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Panic on crowded train - passenger tells BBC of moment of Russian drone strike -- Five people died in the attack in northeastern Ukraine when three drones targeted the train. -- Europe

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Why China views the UK visit as part of something bigger -- Sir Keir Starmer is one of a number of world leaders heading to Beijing -- BBC InDepth

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Grief and shock after Indian politician Ajit Pawar killed in plane crash

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Fulham agree to sign Man City winger Bobb for £27m -- Fulham agree a £27million deal with Manchester City to sign Oscar Bobb.

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West Ham agree £35.5m sale of Paqueta to Flamengo -- West Ham agree a deal to sell Brazil forward Lucas Paqueta to Flamengo for more than 41m euros (£35.5m).

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Trump says Minneapolis mayor is 'playing with fire' over immigration comments -- The US president hits out at the city's mayor, who said "Minneapolis does not and will not enforce federal immigration laws".

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It's in Venezuela's interest to co-operate with US, Rubio says in heated testimony -- Secretary of State Marco Rubio's appearance in the Senate will be the first time Trump's administration has formally answered questions over the raid in Caracas.

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Amazon confirms 16,000 job cuts after accidental email

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LIVE - False information about Minneapolis shooting victim Alex Pretti spreading online

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Moment BA plane to London loses wheel after take-off in Vegas

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Man guilty of assault after Barron Trump reported attack to UK police

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Are we tennis players or zoo animals? - Swiatek on cameras

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Republicans wrestle with immigration message after Minneapolis backlash -- Some lawmakers are questioning the crackdown as public anger grows over two citizens killed by federal agents.

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Everything to know about Tom Homan, Trump's 'border tsar' sent to Minneapolis -- The US border tsar has long been a ferocious defender of Donald Trump's immigration policies.

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Who was Alex Pretti, the intensive care nurse shot dead? -- He has been described as an avid outdoorsman who loved mountain biking.

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The politician whose death leaves a vacuum in India's richest state - Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash, reshaped Maharashtra's politics in surprising ways. 4 hrs ago

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Six English clubs, one huge night - all to play for in Champions League -- With the league phase of the Champions League almost over, which teams can join Arsenal and Bayern Munich in the top eight?

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A string of scandals and luxury handbags: Who is South Korea's former first lady? -- Kim was accused of accepting luxury bags, a diamond necklace and other gifts as bribes.

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'I was diagnosed with OCD at 10'. Here's how to spot the signs -- Most of us will have intrusive thoughts at some point. Dr Nina Higson-Sweeney explains when you should seek help.

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The model who moved to Ghana and wrapped her prosthetic leg in its famous fabric -- Abena Christine Jon'el left the US and now aims to raise the profile of people with disabilities in Ghana.

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Watch: Giant pandas play in Washington DC snowstorm

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Watch: Why Trump is hitting the road to rally Americans

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'Every second counts' - Doomsday Clock moves closer to midnight

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'Government, just do your job': Frustration at US airports as shutdown delays continue

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US YouTube star IShowSpeed to get Ghanaian passport as Africa tour ends -- Ghana's foreign minister says the influencer is a "worthy ambassador", but some Ghanaians criticised the move. -- Africa

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Spurs' Wembanyama 'horrified' by Minnesota shootings -- San Antonio Spurs' Victor Wembanyama says he is "horrified" after two fatal shootings by immigration agents in Minnesota.

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Rwanda seeks £100m from UK over axed asylum deal -- The African nation argues it is owed payments but the Home Office says it will fight the case.

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Mexico president asks South Korea for more BTS concerts -- About a million fans were vying for 150,000 concert tickets, which sold out in less than 40 minutes.

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Trump warns Iran 'time is running out' for nuclear deal as US military builds up in Gulf

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Is the US preparing to strike Iran?

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Ecuador says ICE agent attempted to enter its Minneapolis consulate

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'I don't let bullies win,' says US congresswoman Omar after substance thrown at her

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'I couldn't save them' - US mum's horror as three sons die falling through pond ice

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US to send ICE agents to Winter Olympics, prompting Italian anger

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Europe must act urgently and stop outsourcing defence, says EU's Kallas

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Sterling leaves Chelsea by mutual consent -- Raheem Sterling leaves Chelsea by mutual consent after reaching an agreement on his departure. -- Chelsea

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LIVE - Arsenal face Morocco's AS FAR Rabat for place in women's Champions Cup final - Follow live text commentary as Arsenal take on FAR Rabat in the Fifa Women's Champions Cup semi-final.

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Fury to face Makhmudov in April comeback fight -- Former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury will face Arslanbek Makhmudov in the UK on 11 April as he ends his latest spell of retirement.

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Fresh or undercooked? Djokovic unsure where fortune leaves him -- Novak Djokovic has only played 11 sets on his way to the Australian Open semi-finals, largely thanks to some good fortune. Does that help or hinder him?

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