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'He did it for us': US soldier recalls Jesse Jackson's efforts to free him and two other POWs -- In 1999, Jesse Jackson flew to Yugoslavia to help free three US soldiers captured during the Kosovo War.

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Under pressure from Trump, Venezuela's new president has aces up her sleeve -- Delcy Rodriguez knows its in America's interests for her to be a success

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I would scream in my sleep: Women from Syria's Alawite minority tell of kidnap and rape -- The BBC hears harrowing accounts of assaults appearing to target the sect of former President Assad.

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Ros Atkins on...unanswered Andrew questions

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US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson dies aged 84 -- Tributes poured in from politicians who described Jackson as an agent of change and transformative leader. -- US & Canada

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Iran says 'guiding principles' agreed with US at nuclear talks -- Tehran also says more work is needed to get a deal - the US is yet to comment on the issue. -- World

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No DNA matches on glove found in Nancy Guthrie case, police say -- It's been two weeks since the 84 year old's disappearance and authorities say there have not been any arrests -- US & Canada

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Climber on trial for leaving girlfriend to die on Austria's highest mountain

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Nine arrested in France over death of far-right student

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US Homeland Security spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin to leave post

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Police identify suspect in Rhode Island ice rink shooting

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The man whose bad break-up gave Madonna her breakthrough hit Like A Virgin

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USA's Meyers Taylor makes history with monobob gold -- Elana Meyers Taylor made history by winning monobob gold to become the oldest individual athlete to become Winter Olympic champion, all while empowering mothers and female athletes.

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Nine medals up for grabs - Wednesday's guide -- What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

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Trinidad & Tobago seal 'operation don't finish last' -- Trinidad and Tobago's bobsleigh team say it is "mission accomplished" in their 'operation don't come last' as they finished 25th out of 26 in the Olympic two-man event.

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Meet the 61-year-old moonwalking ice rink sensation -- Mark Callan has gone viral for his on-ice antics. But who is he and how did he end up at the Winter Olympics?

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Jesse Jackson: A life in pictures -- A look back at the remarkable life of the US civil rights activist, who died on Tuesday aged 84. -- US & Canada

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'We're going to always be grateful' - Chicagoans mourn loss of Jesse Jackson -- The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue spoke with city residents about what the civil rights leader's passing means for the community shaped by his activism. -- US & Canada

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The Martin Luther King protege who helped reshape America -- The US civil rights activist's influence spread from the churches of the Deep South to the White House. -- US & Canada

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Gold fever hits South Africa after lucky find in cattle pen -- "This is the only hustle we know," miners tell the BBC as they try their luck at the site in Springs. -- Africa

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Food prices are surging in Russia. Is the war hitting Russians in the pocket? -- Russia's economy is hanging between stagnation and decline, and ordinary Russians are beginning to feel the pinch. -- Europe

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Historic trade deals put India on global stage - but challenges remain -- India has signed a string of trade deals recently, but export growth will require deeper reforms, say experts. -- World

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Teen who killed two in crash filmed herself speeding on Snapchat

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Moment officers rescue injured bald eagle from icy Hudson River

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Hockey players recount Rhode Island ice rink shooting

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Amazon van rescued from mudflats

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Shein under EU investigation over childlike sex dolls -- Europe is examining whether the fast fashion giant breached the Digital Services Act. -- Europe

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Family of Zambia's ex-President Lungu dismiss poisoning allegation - lawyers -- It is the latest twist over the fate of Lungu's body, which remains in a South African morgue since his death.

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Eleven killed in multiple strikes on alleged drug boats, US military says -- More than 130 people have been killed in these alleged "narco-trafficking operations" carried out by the US since September.

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Italian toddler in critical condition after transplanted heart 'burned by frostbite' -- Several people are under investigation after the organ was reportedly damaged during transport between hospitals. -- Europe

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US Senator Mark Kelly tells BBC he will 'seriously consider' White House run

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Stephen Colbert says CBS spiked interview with Democrat over FCC fears

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'A sad day' - curling cheating row at Winter Games unsettles Canadians

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Hillary Clinton accuses Trump administration of Epstein files 'cover-up' in BBC interview

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Dual nationals face scramble for UK passports as new rules come into force

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Police assessing Stansted Airport private flights over Epstein ties

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Mourinho's 'big mistake' after 'disgusting' Vinicius incident -- Trent Alexander-Arnold calls the alleged racist abuse of team-mate Vinicius Junior a "disgrace to football", while opposition manager Jose Mourinho is criticised for his comments. -- European Football

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Russia & Belarusian athletes to compete under own flags at Winter Paralympics - Six Russian and four Belarusian athletes will compete under their nations' flags at the upcoming Winter Paralympics. 7 hrs ago - Disability Sport

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Galatasaray hit five past Juventus in frenetic first leg -- Galatasaray will take a three-goal lead to Turin after coming from behind to beat Juventus in a frenetic first leg of their Champions League knockout play-off.

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Substitute Doue inspires PSG to comeback at Monaco -- Substitute Desire Doue inspired holders Paris St-Germain to an impressive comeback against 10-man Monaco in the first leg of their Champions League knockout phase play-off tie.

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Real Madrid tie halted over Vinicius racism allegation -- Real Madrid's Champions League knockout phase play-off tie at Benfica is halted for 10 minutes after Vinicius Junior reports alleged racist abuse.

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No date for Woods return but Masters 'not off the table' -- Tiger Woods says competing at this year's Masters is "not off the table" but the 15-time major champion still has no timetable for his return.

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GB curlers on brink of early exit after Canada defeat -- Team GB's Winter Olympics curling medal hopes are now in serious jeopardy after Bruce Mouat's world champions were beaten 9-5 by Canada in Cortina.

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