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Australia's last vote was all about Indigenous people - now they say it's 'silence'

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition leader Peter Dutton have had little to say on First Nations issues. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v2X6jmV

Life inside Iraq's 'Forbidden Zone' controlled by Turkey

Turkey has been building military bases on Iraqi territory, the BBC finds, raising fears of an occupation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eOIJrUp

Spain and Portugal scramble to restore power as officials chase cause of outage

Spain declares a national emergency as millions of people are left without power amid chaotic scenes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/noMzOFN

Police arrest two in connection with theft of Secretary Kristi Noem's bag

The Homeland Security chief had her handbag stolen as she was dining out in Washington with her family on Easter Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IMl4b19

Suryavanshi, 14, makes history with stunning IPL century

Rajasthan Royals' 14-year-old batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi makes history as the youngest player to score a century in men's T20s. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eA5H0ZI

Images of Pope Francis's tomb released

The late pontiff was laid to rest in a private ceremony on Saturday following a public funeral at the Vatican on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AI0Mt2h

South Africa will defend sovereignty, ANC chair says as tensions with US grow

The ANC chair's comments come after months of US tension over race relations and land law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VR6JAK3

Qatar claims slight progress towards ceasefire in Gaza

But the Qatari PM says there was still no "answer for the ultimate question: how to end this war". from BBC News https://ift.tt/DKYSU9R

The price of love - the doctor who has South Africa talking about financial abuse

A medic sparks a national conversation about the financial abuse some female breadwinners face. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sju6XeF

Australia's universal healthcare is crumbling. Can it be saved?

More and more Australians, regardless of where they live, are delaying or going without the care they need. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WlZx05R

Russia detains suspect in car bomb attack that killed general

The FSB say they detained a "Ukrainian special services agent". Kyiv has not commented on the attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RMJG9so

Pope Francis's funeral presents chance for 'brush-by' diplomacy

There may be opportunities for impromptu diplomacy at one of the largest gatherings of world leaders in years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wHTMrL0

Why Pope Francis won't be buried in the Vatican

Pope Francis will be buried in Rome's church of Santa Maria Maggiore, breaking a 100-year-old tradition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AOEz8eT

'My bananas were seized and destroyed' - Malawi-Tanzania trade row escalates

Following the crackdown, some traders have resorted to selling their goods in secret, the BBC hears. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EAhLrbl

'Something different in the air' as hushed Rome reckons with Pope's death

Visitors have noticed a unique atmosphere at the Vatican in the days before Pope Francis's funeral and the conclave. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BbedR9M

Who will win the race to develop a humanoid robot?

Humanoid robots are attracting a lot of investment but will China dominate the industry? from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ez8ikNy

Thousands march through Auschwitz commemorating liberation

Holocaust survivors were part of the crowds taking part in the annual 'March of the Living', 80 years after the camp was liberated. from BBC News https://ift.tt/njKCc3z

Health of Brazil's ex-president Bolsonaro has worsened, doctors say

The 70-year-old, who remains in intensive care, underwent intestinal surgery earlier this month - and currently faces coup charges. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Uuzeh3Y

Could this be the end of the road for Tanzania's great survivor?

Tundu Lissu has survived against the political odds over the years but has now been charged with treason. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8HwlA59

Africa is important to Trump, despite aid cuts, envoy tells BBC

Donald Trump "highly values Africa and African people", says his African envoy, Massad Boulos. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZEe4AQO

Early turnout shatters record in Canada polls with 7.3m ballots cast

Elections Canada, the organisation which runs federal elections, reports a 25% jump when compared to early voting in 2021 polls. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G3BHMek

Ghana president suspends chief justice in unprecedented move

An investigation has been launched into allegations against Gertrude Torkornoo, Ghana's third female chief justice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DPT3uCm

Main opposition leader removed from Ivory Coast electoral list

A court argued Tidjane Thiam forfeited his Ivorian nationality when he became a French citizen in 1987. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yTE245w

Who is Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the acting head of the Vatican?

The cardinal will oversee the Vatican until a new pontiff is elected. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QhtpdmY

US stocks and dollar plunge as Trump attacks Fed chair Powell

The president amps up attack against US central bank boss calling him "a major loser" for not lowering interest rates. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tBpnzEv

New Israel-Gaza ceasefire plan proposed, Hamas source tells BBC

Egyptian and Qatari mediators suggest a truce of up to seven years and a permanent end to the war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QdHlZmW

A death every three minutes: Why India's roads are among the world's deadliest

India's roads claimed over 172,000 lives in 2023 - averaging 474 deaths daily, or one every three minutes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gYWuG9n

Could AI text alerts help save snow leopards from extinction?

In Pakistan, it's hoped newly-developed AI cameras could warn villagers via text to move their livestock if snow leopards enter the area. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dxMDrsb

Ten women, one guy: The risk-taking dating show that stirred Ethiopia

Ethiopia's answer to The Bachelor has prompted discussions about dating norms in the conservative country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KRyqr6o

Inside Elon Musk's government-subsidised Texas headquarters

The tycoon and Donald Trump advisor has moved his businesses from California to a mostly rural central Texas county. What do the neighbours think? from BBC News https://ift.tt/XqAUfO6

India's sword-wielding grandmother still going strong at 82

At 82, Meenakshi Amma is possibly the oldest woman to practise an ancient Indian martial art. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ns8cOw3

The mother and children trapped between two conflicts

Fighting between rival forces resumes in South Sudan, while a full-scale civil war rages in neighbouring Sudan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4gJ8Kaf

Anxiety at US colleges as foreign students are detained and visas revoked

High-profile detentions and visa revocations are putting students on edge, as Trump tightens his squeeze on US schools. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EjN8si3

Designed in US, made in China: Why Apple is stuck

China sits at the heart of Apple's supply chain - and has benefited hugely from it. Can they break up? from BBC News https://ift.tt/7JMZeVN

Ukraine minerals deal may not buy peace after Trump threat

As Trump threatens to walk from peace talks, a mineral deal looks unlikely to offer Ukraine security. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DoeFdWx

Trial of nearly 200 people opens after Turkey protests

Students and journalists are among the 189 people on trial in Istanbul after protests last month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y3QlJXr

Trump and Meloni talk up chances of US trade deal with Europe

"There will be a trade deal, 100%," Trump said, while Meloni said she was "sure" they could reach agreement. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PZQ5kTx

Zelensky accuses US envoy Witkoff of spreading 'Russian narratives'

Witkoff appeared to suggest that a peace deal hinged on the status of five Ukrainian regions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AMdXPgG

Six injured in shooting at Florida State University

One person was taken into custody after the shooting on Thursday, according to CBS News, the BBC's US partner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W41bHpS

The truth about life on other planets - and what it means for humans

Could discoveries of alien life ever change the human psyche in how we view ourselves and each other? from BBC News https://ift.tt/IFDMgb8

US actress Michelle Trachtenberg died from diabetes complications

The Buffy the Vampire Slayer actress was found "unresponsive" at her New York City apartment in February. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VAvb51G

Watch: Michigan town forms human chain to move 9,100 books for shop

Community members in the small town of Chelsea passed the books one-by-one to the bookstore's new location a block away. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pnBxFbD

Gboard Gets New Toolbar and Voice Typing Features on Pixel and Select Other Phones

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Moment elephants huddle to protect calves during earthquake

The behaviour is known as an 'alert circle', a formation meant to protect elephant calves from threats. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KSQ8VOa

Blue Origin crew safely back on Earth after all-female space flight

Six women - including pop star Katy Perry - blasted off into space as part of an all-women suborbital mission from BBC News https://ift.tt/WT8QYZh

Watch from launch to landing: All-female crew travels into space

The flight, carrying celebrities like Katy Perry and Gayle King, reached a height of about 60 miles (96.6km) above Earth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bz7ZYuE

Katy Perry kisses the ground as Blue Origin crew return to land

The all-female crew are back on Earth after reaching space on Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin rocket. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PE1umtM

Landmark antitrust trial could force Zuckerberg to sell Instagram

The case against Facebook owner Meta alleges the company bought Instagram and WhatsApp to wipe out competition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PGxpief

BBC visits scene of destruction in Sumy after Russian attack

The BBC's James Waterhouse describes the scene of a Russian strike that has killed at least 34 people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u4t3Uq5

Teen killed parents as part of Trump assassination plot, says FBI

The suspect's phone allegedly contains material about a neo-Nazi group and praise for Adolf Hitler. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Og5orVP

'Russians are even trying to ban our holidays' - women speak out from occupied Ukraine

Ukrainians in Russian-held land tell the BBC about the difficulties of life under occupation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w0YmZ6P

Rourke leaves Big Brother after 'unacceptable behaviour'

The Hollywood actor was formally warned by the show earlier this week over "offensive" language he had used. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A7Q5oC3

Tanzania's main opposition party banned from election

The move comes days after its leader and presidential candidate was arrested and charged with treason. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ptRTreV

From Dubai to Lidl: How one woman's pregnancy craving launched a craze

The story behind the Can’t Get Knafeh of It chocolate bar, which combines the flavours of chocolate, pistachio and tahini with shredded pastry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HWb4skc

Judge allows Columbia graduate Mahmoud Khalil's deportation

Mahmoud Khalil was arrested in March for his role in pro-Palestinian protests at the University of Columbia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AoOgp8m

A bitter price hike in US coffee shops after tariffs

Higher prices are worrying independent US coffee shops, which import almost all their beans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9aRzK8H

US pastor kidnapped during church service in South Africa

Police say four armed and masked men abducted the pastor in his car on Thursday evening. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z0Re35m

Israel to include Rafah in Gaza 'security zones' - defence minister

The Israeli defence minister says the military is leaving Gaza "smaller" and "more isolated" to press Hamas into releasing hostages. from BBC News https://ift.tt/smQqWDl

At least one dead in Hudson River helicopter crash

It is unclear how many people were on board the helicopter at the time of the crash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YTNUykl

Watch: Pope seen without usual papal attire

Pope Francis visits St Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, still with an oxygen tube, as he continues to recover from ill health. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9X72Bqz

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War has changed Zelensky - but now is the time for him to transform again

As the "coalition of the willing" meets at Nato headquarters today, pledging to support Ukraine with a peacekeeping force, how have the last three years shaped the wartime president - and where does he go from here? from BBC News https://ift.tt/NVUMPkX

Trump pauses higher tariffs for 90 days but escalates China trade war

Trump has said he is authorising a universal "lowered reciprocal tariff of 10%" for most countries, except China, while tariff negotiations continue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SRe0yNn

US stocks surge after White House pauses some tariffs for talks

But Trump also raises tariffs on goods from China to at least 125% "effective immediately". from BBC News https://ift.tt/pKew6v7

Can the US return man deported to El Salvador? Immigration lawyers think so

Lawyers and experts say the case has the potential to upend due process for immigrants in the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mIRNHne

US court orders White House to restore access for AP journalists

The AP was prevented from accessing the White House over its continued use of the term "Gulf of Mexico" in its coverage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/um6asFK

South Korea's president has been removed from power: What happens now?

The constitutional court unanimously upheld the impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5wny1Lk

Iran says it is ready for nuclear deal if US stops military threats

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran will "never accept coercion" ahead of Saturday's talks in Oman. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mwi32c0

Watch: Plume of black smoke over Parisian skyline after 'major' fire

A fire at a waste disposal centre caused smoke to rise above buildings in the French capital city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UDc9hVq

US in direct nuclear talks with Iran, says Trump

The US president says negotiations have taken place at a "very high level" between the two countries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bZjcKQB

Trump threatens new 50% tariffs on China

The US president said he will introduce the extra tariff unless China withdraws its own 34% counter-tariff on American goods. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6lqr1yo

Red Crescent calls for inquiry into Israel's killing of Gaza paramedics

The organisation says the attack by Israeli troops on a convoy of ambulances constitutes a "fully-fledged war crime". from BBC News https://ift.tt/tIwXgPM

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 to Reportedly Come With Android 16-Based One UI 8

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Poco M7 5G Review: Familiar Territory

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Israeli strike on Gaza City school kills 27, health ministry says

Palestinian authorities say children were among the dead, while Israel says it hit a Hamas command-and-control centre. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TxZHszk

Defiant Trump officials vow to stay course as countries scramble over tariffs

The US commerce secretary says a 10% "baseline" tariff on imports will definitely stay in place for weeks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RM6sILS

Israel admits mistakes over medic killings in Gaza

Israeli forces shot dead 15 emergency workers in a convoy of ambulances near Rafah on 23 March. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Fv8xSTa

Anti-Trump protests in cities across US declare 'hands off'

Thousands of protesters have gathered for the most visible opposition movement of Trump's second term. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5lphxcO

Trump urges US to 'hang tough' as 10% tariffs come into effect

It comes on the largest day of protests against Trump's administration since he returned to office. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nyOYAQt

Flooding sweeps away 9-year-old as storms slam central US

High winds and heavy rain were expected to continue into Sunday, delaying clean-up efforts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kHqaULj

Bats Avoid Mid-Air Crashes by Adjusting Their Echolocation During Flight

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Videos show aftermath of Israeli strike on school-turned-shelter in Gaza

BBC Verify explains what we know about the incident after reviewing videos that were posted online. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HLns9jQ

Realme GT 7 Confirmed to Launch in April; to Get MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ SoC

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Gaza bakeries shut and painkillers on ration after month of Israeli blockade

Many Palestinians say they are going hungry after Israel stopped all aid deliveries to put pressure on Hamas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vHG29DN

Virginia Giuffre grateful for 'love and support' after car crash

Ms Giuffre 'remains in serious condition' in hospital following a collision with a school bus, her family say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rKQJdmS

'We still have hope': Searching for quake survivors in Mandalay

The BBC speaks to people in Mandalay close to where Myanmar's deadly 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BRkSY4A

Israel PM attacks Qatar probe as 'witch hunt' after aides arrested

Benjamin Netanyahu testified to police after two men were arrested over alleged payments from the Gulf Arab state. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SUEbtGx

US deports more alleged gang members to El Salvador

Officials said 17 alleged criminals were deported despite a court order. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E9iqJFw

Five Israeli men acquitted of rape charge in Cyprus

The woman told police she was sexually assaulted and raped by the five men in September, 2023. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EAIcNwg

Israel orders evacuation of southern Gaza city of Rafah

It is the biggest such order since Israel resumed its offensive in the Palestinian territory earlier this month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PwlMptU

Zimbabwe shuts down amid calls for protests

Many streets across Zimbabwe remained deserted and empty on the day of a planned protest. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nibT5OX