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BBC News - World
Women given shorts at Oktoberfest to prevent upskirting -- The step at the Munich festival comes after thousands of voyeuristic videos emerged on social media.
18 hours ago
What happened in the failed execution of Christa Pike - and what next? -- The convicted killer is in hospital in Tennessee after surviving two lethal injections, in a case that has raised many questions.2 days ago
Flydubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe, UAE official says -- The man accused of trying to take over the Israel-bound jet is named as Hamam al-Hammami by several media outlets.7 hours ago
Medical plane with 6 on board missing off Massachusetts coast -- The aircraft lost communication with flight controllers after significantly dropping in altitude, according to flight data.1 hour ago
Russia hits second major bridge in Ukraine's capital Kyiv -- The strike on the Pivnichnyi (Northern) Bridge comes after repeat attacks on another major bridge in Ukraine's capital.5 hours ago
'Anger in the streets': Tens of thousands protest in Spain over housing crisis -- More than 50 protests are taking place on Saturday after the government failed to get emergency legislation through parliament.35 minutes ago
G7 to release millions of barrels of oil and diesel after Trump threat -- The co-ordinated release is aimed at heading off further price spikes and avoiding a ban on US diesel exports.11 hours ago
Why has Brazil accused the US of election interference? -- The Latin American country will vote for its next president, as Lula da Silva and Bolsonaro clash over sovereignty, security and ties with Washington.2 hours ago
UK-Iranian dual national bailed after RAF Fairford incident arrest -- The 25-year-old man was arrested in the London borough of Westminster on Thursday.5 hours ago
Riot police clash with students as education protests rage in France -- About 735 schools have faced disruption as violent protests over standards and lack of teachers continue.20 hours ago
Cornell frat house rape accuser 'under siege' online, says lawyer -- A lawyer for Jane Doe says she is "not doing well" amid attempts to uncover her identity.17 hours ago
Kim wins Asian Games gold to secure military exemption -- Golfer Tom Kim wins gold at the Asian Games to secure an exemption from mandatory service in South Korea's military.8 hours ago
Could El Niño mean there are no Atlantic hurricanes this year? -- For the first time in three decades there has not been a single Atlantic hurricane in September, normally the most active month.17 hours ago
Joker persona helps Cong 'feel the fear' in opponents -- Wang Cong dismisses critics who say she she is not deserving of facing Natalia Silva for the flyweight world title at UFC 332 on Saturday.8 hours ago
EV drivers love their cars, but some passengers feel sick - this could be why -- Research shows there are several reasons people might experience motion sickness in electric vehicles.7 hours ago
The South African men trying to end violence against women: 'Every man needs to play a part' -- The discovery of 12 women's bodies near Johannesburg has again highlighted South Africa's problem with violence against women.17 hours ago
The vanishing world of India's street magicians -- India's street performers are struggling to survive as audiences shrink and public spaces become harder to access.17 hours ago
Will Spain's housing crisis lead to a snap election? -- The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe is in Madrid, where a series of marches have been scheduled, after Spain's Congress rejected measures aimed at tackling the country's housing crisis.5 hours ago
Newly released video shows Luigi Mangione's arrest -- The bodycam footage also shows a police officer finding a gun in Mangione's backpack, days after the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.21 hours ago
How widely used is the death penalty in the US? -- The death penalty is back in the news after Christa Pike survived two lethal injection attempts in Tennessee - but how widely used is it in the US?11 hours ago
Watch: Why students in France are protesting -- Demonstrations started in the French capital, then spread across the country in the days that followed.17 hours ago
Watch: Emotional pilot recounts moment of Flydubai attack -- He has been hailed a hero for opening the cockpit door, allowing passengers to overpower his co-pilot.1 day ago
Tennessee prison chief to resign after Christa Pike's failed execution, governor says -- Pike survived two lethal injections on Wednesday and is currently in critical condition in hospital.1 hour ago