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Huge anti-government protests in Tehran and other Iranian cities, videos show -- Rallies on major roads in the capital and in Iran's second city were peaceful and not dispersed by security forces.

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What is ICE and what powers do its agents have to use force? -- The immigration agency is under scrutiny following the fatal shooting of Minneapolis woman Renee Nicole Good.

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Analysis: Why Trump chose Maduro's VP over Nobel winner -- What is it about Delcy Rodríguez that caught the eye of the Trump administration?

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One million spent hours without heat and water after Russian strikes, Ukraine says -- Efforts are continuing to restore services in Dnipropetrovsk, officials say, after wide-spread attacks in the southeast.

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Eight people killed by Israeli air strikes, Gaza civil defence agency says -- Four children including an 11-year-old girl are among those killed in the past 24 hours, the agency says.

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In pictures: Protests held in US cities after woman shot dead by immigration agent

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Vance says ICE shooting investigation is 'federal issue' as Minnesota officials say FBI blocked them from case -- The homeland security secretary denies state investigators have been frozen out, telling reporters they have "no jurisdiction" and should focus on investigating people "inciting violence".

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LIVE - Internet blackout in Iran as large anti-government protests held across country - Protests are reported in Tehran and other major cities, while an internet monitoring groups says there is a "nationwide blackout".

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Oligarch linked to bribery paid Andrew £15m for mansion

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US involvement in Venezuela could last years, Trump says

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Influential China church reports arrests as crackdown on Christians intensifies

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Trump withdraws US from key climate treaty and dozens of other groups

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US sighting of rare whale first recorded off Ireland 'extraordinary'

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'We are not for sale': Greenlanders express fear and indignation as Trump eyes territory -- Greenlanders tell the BBC they have no interest in becoming American as the White House restates its desire for annexation.

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Children in Gaza return to school after years without formal education -- Most of the schools in the territory have been damaged or destroyed during the war, Unicef says. -- Middle East

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How could Donald Trump 'take' Greenland? -- The White House says it is considering a range of options to acquire the island, including deploying the military. -- World

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We were fired, and we're owning it – here's how to find a new job that works for you -- January is a natural time to reflect on your career. If you're looking for a new job, here are four ways to help.

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Eyewitness video shows how deadly shooting in Minneapolis unfolded, second by second

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Watch: Eyewitnesses recount deadly ICE shooting

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Video shows moment US immigration agent fatally shoots woman

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Watch: 105-year-old dancing queen shows off moves

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Tracking the oil tankers seized by the US

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Spain's Catholic Church signs deal on sexual abuse compensation -- The accord follows complaints that religious leaders had failed to tackle the issue adequately.

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Unions accuse McDonald's of 'repeated harassment' against staff in UK -- It follows a BBC investigation three years ago which exposed a toxic culture at the fast-food chain.

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Cambodia extradites alleged scam mastermind to China after arrest -- Chen Zhi is charged with turning his business into a front for fraud hubs that stole from people around the world.

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Abandoned baby Elsa to be adopted and regularly see two siblings -- Police say all enquiries to find the parents of the three babies abandoned in London have now been "exhausted".

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Vance criticises Denmark and Europe's handling of 'critical' Greenland

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Bowen: Trump risks pushing world back to age of empires

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Who was Renee Nicole Good, the woman killed by ICE?

9 hours ago

Two starkly opposed Americas laid bare by deadly ICE shooting

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Nasa considers whether to bring sick crew member back to Earth

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Venezuela's interim leader sacks general in charge of Maduro's guard

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Inside the sub-zero lair of the world's most powerful computer

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Premier League: Frustrated leaders Arsenal being held at home by Liverpool -- Follow live as Premier League leaders Arsenal host Liverpool, with the Gunners bidding to go eight points clear at the top.

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LIVE - Real Madrid beat Atletico to reach Spanish Super Cup final - Real Madrid beat rivals Atletico Madrid to book their spot in Sunday's Spanish Super Cup final.

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Mourinho makes Benfica players sleep at training ground -- Jose Mourinho takes his players to stay at Benfica's training ground after they lose against Braga in the League Cup semi-final.

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Tournament chiefs admit errors after wildcard's dire display goes viral -- The organisers of a professional women's tournament which has gone viral because of a wildcard player's poor performance acknowledge she should not have been allowed to play.

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Brook, 'Boozeball' and another Ashes hangover -- The revelation Harry Brook got into a fight with a bouncer brings further focus on the culture of the England team.

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Dolphins' McDaniel becomes eighth NFL coach culled -- Miami Dolphins fire head coach Mike McDaniel after four seasons in charge.

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'Whoever signed off England's tour has to go' - Agnew column -- England's 4-1 Ashes defeat is the most disappointing I have covered and whoever signed off on the tourists' preparation has to go, writes Jonathan Agnew.

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