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Olympics 2024: Ukraine should drop threat of boycott - IOC 9 Feb 2023, 7:44 am

The International Olympic Committee urges Ukraine to drop threats of boycotting Paris 2024 if Russian and Belarusian athletes compete.

European Super League: New proposal would be open competition, say organisers 9 Feb 2023, 7:41 am

A new-look European Super League would be a competition with no permanent members and based on sporting performance, says A22 chief executive Bernd Reichart.

Disney says Toy Story and Frozen sequels on the way as streaming numbers fall 9 Feb 2023, 7:30 am

It comes as the firm reports the first fall in Disney+ subscribers since its launch and 7,000 job cuts.

Turkey-Syria earthquake: First aid convoy reaches opposition-held Idlib 9 Feb 2023, 6:54 am

Vital UN deliveries to the opposition-held region were halted for four days due to road damage.

Roger Waters: Pink Floyd star's UN speech criticised by Ukraine 9 Feb 2023, 6:51 am

Roger Waters tells the United Nations Security Council that Russia's invasion was "not unprovoked".

Succession talk arises after Kim Jong-Un's daughter makes appearance 9 Feb 2023, 6:30 am

Kim Jong-Un's daughter's latest appearance has sparked questions about her future in North Korea.

Turkey earthquake: One ruined neighbourhood at the centre of the devastation 9 Feb 2023, 6:27 am

Thousands are sheltering in makeshift camps like the one set up in heart of this neighbourhood reduced to rubble by Monday's earthquakes.

India v Australia: Ravindra Jadeja takes 5-47 as hosts dominate day one of Border-Gavaskar Trophy 9 Feb 2023, 6:24 am

India dominate the opening day of their series against Australia to take control of the first Test in Nagpur.

Turkey and Syria earthquake: Bodies found in search for volleyball team 9 Feb 2023, 6:11 am

A school group of 39 people were in a hotel in southern Turkey when the building collapsed.

Elena Fanchini: World Cup skiing medallist dies aged 37 9 Feb 2023, 5:17 am

Skier Elena Fanchini, from Italy, has died at the age of 37 after a battle with cancer, says the Italian Winter Sports Federation.

Ukraine war: Elon Musk's SpaceX firm bars Kyiv from using Starlink tech for drone control 9 Feb 2023, 4:01 am

The firm says it has limited Kyiv's ability to use its Starlink satellite internet for military ends.

Alex Morgan: USA forward calls potential Saudi sponsorship deal for 2023 Women's World Cup 'bizarre' 9 Feb 2023, 3:40 am

United States forward Alex Morgan says a potential Visit Saudi sponsorship deal for the 2023 Women's World Cup is "bizarre".

Paul Mescal: My Oscar nomination felt absurd 9 Feb 2023, 3:38 am

Speaking in an interview with the Today programme, the Irish actor reacts to his recent award success.

Japan arrests alleged mastermind of crime spree 9 Feb 2023, 2:27 am

The men had allegedly organised a wave of scams and robberies in Japan from their Philippine jail.

North Korea parades largest long-range missile array 9 Feb 2023, 2:17 am

Kim Jong-un attended the event with his daughter Ju-ae, who took centre stage at a banquet.

Pakistan seeks IMF bailout to stave off economic collapse 9 Feb 2023, 1:57 am

Last-ditch talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are ending - can a deal be struck?

Kerala transgender couple's 'tears of joy' as baby born early 8 Feb 2023, 11:39 pm

Zahad and Ziya, whose pregnancy photos made headlines, say their baby is fine after being born early.

Twitter outage sees users told they are over daily tweet limit 8 Feb 2023, 11:10 pm

Some users reported being notified they were over the tweet-per-day limit, even if they had not posted.

Australia to remove Chinese surveillance cameras amid security fears 8 Feb 2023, 11:03 pm

It follows moves by the UK and US last year citing concerns that China could access the devices.

El Paso Walmart gunman who killed 23 pleads guilty to hate crimes 8 Feb 2023, 9:15 pm

The attacker showed little emotion as he pleaded guilty to one of the deadliest US mass shootings.

Orca mothers make 'lifelong sacrifice' for sons 8 Feb 2023, 8:56 pm

Rearing a son is a lifelong cost for a killer whale mother, a decades-long study reveals.

Rihanna: Super Bowl half-time show to mark singer's live return 8 Feb 2023, 7:32 pm

The singer will headline one of the most prestigious gigs in music at Sunday's Super Bowl in Arizona.

Nigeria election 2023 in Katsina: 'You let kidnappers take me, now you want my vote' 8 Feb 2023, 7:11 pm

Kidnapping gangs have spread terror across Nigeria - how will this affect this month's elections?

Ramcharitmanas: The Hindu epic poem causing a political storm in India 8 Feb 2023, 7:11 pm

The famous 16th-Century poem Ramcharitmanas has become a battle ground over claims it's discriminatory.

Indigenous sports wow crowds at Arctic Winter Games 8 Feb 2023, 7:08 pm

Alaskan high kick, stick pull and kneel jump were among the competitive games in Canada this year.

Ben and Joe Wilmot: Two brothers and a chat about football and sexuality 8 Feb 2023, 7:07 pm

Ben Wilmot's big brother is his biggest fan. But how has Joe's sexuality affected the way he and Ben see the sport they love?

Turkey and Syria earthquake: ‘As soon as he looked at me, I started crying’ 8 Feb 2023, 7:06 pm

Ahmed al-Masri describes the horror he felt while treating Syrian children injured in the earthquake.

Droughts leave cargo riverboats high and dry 8 Feb 2023, 7:01 pm

Falling river levels are affecting the use of cargo riverboats around the world.

Turkey earthquake: Hope as foreign help arrives in quake-ravaged Antakya 8 Feb 2023, 5:10 pm

After a slow initial response, roads into the city are now gridlocked with aid vehicles arriving.

Chinese balloon part of worldwide fleet, US officials say 8 Feb 2023, 4:49 pm

US officials say the object is part of a wider fleet of balloons that has spanned five continents.

Turkey-Syria earthquake: Survivor in rubble sparks hope for more 'miracles' 8 Feb 2023, 4:21 pm

Days after Turkey's devastating earthquake, there are still some moments of joy, but they are fewer.

Ukraine war: President Volodymyr Zelensky visits the UK 8 Feb 2023, 4:10 pm

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke in Westminster Hall and met King Charles at Buckingham Palace.

How rescue videos give only glimpse into Syria quake horror 8 Feb 2023, 3:48 pm

A look at how the BBC is able to cover the story with such limited access on the ground.

The clues in the State of the Union that suggest Joe Biden will run for president in 2024 8 Feb 2023, 3:01 pm

His address carried hints at what a re-election bid may look like, our North America editor says.

Baby among those rescued days after quake 8 Feb 2023, 2:03 pm

Families in some badly-hit areas complain they have had no help digging to find relatives.

Turkey earthquake: How do search and rescue teams save people? 8 Feb 2023, 1:06 pm

A search and rescue operation is under way, with specialist teams arriving from around the world.

Turkey earthquake: Anger at building standards grows 8 Feb 2023, 12:13 pm

Recently built properties advertised as earthquake proof were among collapsed buildings in Turkey.

Turkey earthquake: Erdogan 'responsible for this' opposition leader says 8 Feb 2023, 11:46 am

Many are accusing the Turkish government of being underprepared ahead of Monday's huge quakes.

Turkey-Syria earthquake: Fire at Iskenderun port extinguished 8 Feb 2023, 11:06 am

The authorities say the Iskenderun blaze is now out after it reignited on Wednesday.

Gabby Petito appears bruised and bloodied in new photo 8 Feb 2023, 10:26 am

A woman killed last year during a trip with her fiancé took a troubled selfie weeks before she died.

'I'm an alcoholic taking regular doses of alcohol' 8 Feb 2023, 8:57 am

A lifetime alcoholic tells how a project which gives out regular doses of beer or wine is proving a lifeline to him.

Notorious Russian nationalist Igor Mangushev shot dead in Ukraine 8 Feb 2023, 8:01 am

Igor Mangushev was shot in the head and his killing sparks speculation about who was to blame.

Mary Queen of Scots: Deposed ruler's secret prison letters found and decoded 8 Feb 2023, 7:10 am

The letters, written during her English captivity, were found during a trawl of French archives.

Fawlty Towers: John Cleese to revive series with daughter Camilla 8 Feb 2023, 6:45 am

John Cleese will write and star in the revival alongside his daughter Camilla Cleese.

Turkey earthquake: 'This building is just a snapshot of the devastation' 8 Feb 2023, 6:05 am

The BBC's Anna Foster has spent two days travelling alone towards the earthquake epicentre.

Turkey earthquake: Long journeys to try to find family 8 Feb 2023, 4:36 am

One man travelled to Turkey to try and find his missing brother by sifting through rubble himself.

Ukraine war: Borrowed time for Bakhmut as Russians close in 8 Feb 2023, 1:29 am

This small Ukrainian city has been at the centre of an epic six-month battle on the front line.

Biden's State of the Union guest list: Why Bono was on Biden's guest list 8 Feb 2023, 12:47 am

Bono, Paul Pelosi and the family of Tyre Nichols were among the notable guests at this year's address.

Crowds erupt as family rescued from ruins in Syria 7 Feb 2023, 11:33 pm

Video shows a rescue team pull two adults and four children from rubble in Idlib, Syria.

State of the Union: How Brandon Tsay is shouldering the spotlight 7 Feb 2023, 10:41 pm

Brandon Tsay disarmed a gunman. The president praised him during Tuesday's big speech.

Drone flies over destroyed streets in Hatay 7 Feb 2023, 9:22 pm

New video shows the extent of the earthquake damage across the city in southern Turkey.

A secret room that saved this girl's life 7 Feb 2023, 9:08 pm

Behind the sale of a masterpiece painting is the story of a Jewish girl's extraordinary escape from the Nazis.

In pictures: Press Photographer of the Year 7 Feb 2023, 9:01 pm

The winning images from this year's British Press Photographer of the Year competition.

Black Sabbath The Ballet to premiere in Birmingham in September 7 Feb 2023, 8:42 pm

The brainchild of Tony Iommi and Carlos Acosta, the production will feature eight of the band's tracks.

No crown for King Charles on new stamp 7 Feb 2023, 8:05 pm

Royal Mail reveals the minimalist image that will appear on stamps from 4 April.

India paper leaks: Cheating plagues India jobs coveted by millions 7 Feb 2023, 7:25 pm

Cheating in exams is common in India, where students go to great lengths to land a government job.

Turkey-Syria earthquake: Newborn baby pulled from collapsed building 7 Feb 2023, 7:05 pm

Dramatic video showed a rescuer carrying the girl, whose mother, father and four siblings were killed.

Relics of zero-Covid dot China as life moves on 7 Feb 2023, 4:56 pm

The country amassed zero-Covid infrastructure - now much of it is being dismantled or repurposed.

Lavrov in Africa: Have Wagner mercenaries helped Mali's fight against jihadists? 7 Feb 2023, 1:37 pm

Amid Russia's isolation, its friendship with Mali blossoms, but has it stopped jihadist violence?

Turkey earthquake: Bodies in street after quake as anger grows over aid 7 Feb 2023, 1:36 pm

The death toll in Turkey continues to rise as survivors struggle to find shelter and support.

Turkey earthquake: BBC reports from Antakya, a city reduced to rubble 7 Feb 2023, 12:10 pm

The BBC's Quentin Sommerville has seen first hand the destruction in Antakya, a city in the south of Turkey.

The Afghan women cyclists who fled the Taliban to pursue Olympic dream 7 Feb 2023, 11:27 am

Since arriving in the UK from Afghanistan, Mina, Persia and Arifa have been training twice a week.

Super Bowl 2023: Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts making NFL history in Arizona 7 Feb 2023, 8:33 am

We look at why having two black quarterbacks in the Super Bowl is such a big moment for the NFL, and profile star men Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts.

David Carrick: How a monster finally lost control 7 Feb 2023, 8:16 am

A detective tells BBC News how the former police officer and serial rapist was finally stopped.

Disabled Shropshire man completes seven-day marathon feat 7 Feb 2023, 5:55 am

Darren Edwards has finished a gruelling seven global marathons in a week.

Harry Styles dancers reveal Grammys routine went in one direction - the wrong one 7 Feb 2023, 4:44 am

Harry Styles and his dancers discover on live TV that the stage didn't just go in one direction.

What three luxury homes reveal about who owns UK property 6 Feb 2023, 7:04 pm

Despite new transparency laws, the owners of 50,000 British premises remain hidden from public view.

Kerala: The transgender couple whose pregnancy photos went viral 6 Feb 2023, 6:10 pm

The couple have paused their gender transition to have a baby together.

Vinesh Phogat: 'I had no picnics or holidays, it was just training, diet and sleep' 6 Feb 2023, 4:43 am

BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year nominee Vinesh Phogat says her uncle's regime meant waking up at 3.30am for training

State of the union: Following the president's speech is no easy task 5 Feb 2023, 3:08 pm

Some who follow the president's grandiose State of the Union speech have blossomed. Others haven't.