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Russian strike on buses kills 33, say officials, as deadly attacks on Ukraine surge -- Ukraine accused Russia of targeting the crowded bus in the frontline city to kill as many civilians as possible.

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Premier League clubs fear political interference in Man City appeal

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The wildlife winners set to appear on UK banknotes revealed -- The decision comes after nearly half a million people voted on a shortlist of 18 creatures. -- Business

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Cornell rape case accuser has received 'threats', attorney tells BBC Newshour

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At least five arrested over Renoir museum theft -- The two paintings by the French artist stolen in last month's heist have yet to be recovered. -- Europe

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German chancellor greets UK PM with military honours on Berlin visit -- Ahead of a UK-EU summit next month, Burnham said he was committed to "see if we can bring the UK closer to Europe". -- Politics

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Tanker hit by multiple projectiles in Gulf off Qatar, maritime agency says -- Casualties have been reported on the vessel, identified by a maritime intelligence firm as the oil and chemical tanker, Acers. -- Middle East

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Royal Navy sailor in court accused of preparing to spy for Russia

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LIVE - Premier League latest: Will managers speak on Man City as Blues return to training? Five Premier League managers speak to the media with Manchester City charges the focus after the three-week international break.

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Outspoken Indian actor Nana Patekar suddenly dies at 75 -- Known for his intense performances, Patekar carved out a distinctive place in Indian cinema.

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Would independence make or break oil-rich Alberta's economy?

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How toxic haze is causing Singapore's landmarks to disappear

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Most UK diplomats to leave East Jerusalem consulate, Israel says, as Miliband says 'vital services' to remain

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First Hurricane of the Atlantic season due to hit the Gulf coast

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'Every day there is killing': Gazans face Israeli strikes despite ceasefire as peace deal stalls -- Many Palestinians are still living in cramped tent cities, with the US plan to end the war largely stalled. -- Middle East

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Faster than F1: The extreme motorsport where women keep winning -- Top Fuel drag racing is the only elite motorsport class where women frequently beat men to major titles.

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France's school protests: What lies behind the anger -- Students' blockades and marches spring from real grievances – and from France's habit of settling policy on the street.

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Could Christa Pike face execution again and by what method? -- Killer Christa Pike has survived lethal injection, raising questions about whether Tennessee will try again. -- US & Canada

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'Every day there is killing': Palestinians in Gaza face Israeli strikes despite ceasefire as peace deal stalls -- The ceasefire saw thousands of Palestinians held by Israel released in return for the remaining hostages held in Gaza. -- Middle East

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Inside the £1-an-hour official football shirt factories -- A BBC Sport investigation traces official football shirt production to factories in Cambodia. -- Football

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Which emergency foods should you stock up on?

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'House of Horrors': California couple accused of abusing surrogate-born children

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Moment Nasa scientist Margaret Hamilton receives presidential medal of honour

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Residents airlifted to safety after flooding in central Chile -- The Mapocho river has burst its banks after an unusually large amount of rain fell in recent days. -- Latin America

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Texas carries out first US execution since Christa Pike's botched lethal injections -- Lawyers for Jamaal Howard had asked a judge to pause the execution after Christa Pike's botched lethal injections.

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Former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro expected to face more charges this week -- The new charges are expected to accuse Maduro and his wife of playing a role in the torture of Americans in Venezuelan prisons, US media reports.

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'Bold and inventive' Canadian poet Anne Carson wins Nobel Literature Prize

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Three sisters who drowned in sea off Brighton took own lives, inquest finds

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Christa Pike now walking after failed US execution, lawyer tells BBC

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Margaret Hamilton, whose software helped land Apollo 11 on the Moon, dies at 90

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We spent thousands on a Tui river cruise but ended up on coach trips

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Boots sold in £7bn deal to Canadian billionaire family

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US and Lebanon protecting wanted Syrian general, BBC finds

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Trump wants a new Camp David-like retreat at his Florida golf club

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Engine size limits and working with Iraola - the Liverpool academy approach -- Liverpool academy director Alex Inglethorpe talks to BBC Sport about the value and future of Liverpool's academy.

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Rahm to leave LIV Golf over 'unacceptable' terms -- Jon Rahm will leave LIV Golf after deeming the terms for LIV 2.0 "unacceptable", his lawyer has told a bankruptcy court hearing.

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How Brighton attract and develop the best young players ahead of their rivals -- Brighton sporting director Mike Cave discusses Brighton's transfer policy and how the club signs and nurtures the best young talent in the game.

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Snakes and jungle mind games as Bottas cycles to Singapore GP -- Cadillac driver Valtteri Bottas says he was chased by dogs, saw snakes and leapt over a lizard as he cycled from Malaysia to Singapore for this weekend's Grand Prix.

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