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Soldiers in Benin say they have seized power from President Talon

A message from the French embassy in Benin said gunfire had been reported near t...

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Young people on benefits to be offered construction and hospitality work

The government says it will fund training and work experience for 350,000 not in...

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Nightclub fire in India's Goa kills 25 people including staff and tourists

Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic in one of Goa's bustling nightlife areas....

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Watch: Moment Hawaii volcano eruption engulfs camera

Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, has been erupting intermitten...

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Watch: BBC reports from scene of deadly Goa nightclub fire

India Editor Vikas Pandey visits the Indian nightclub where 25 people were kille...

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Reverse advent calendar call-out from foodbank

Every day up until Christmas, the Redcar foodbank is asking the community to don...

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Ukrainian city hit by 'massive' strike as peace talks in US conclude

Russia carried out strikes on Kremenchuk, while its defence ministry said it had...

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Bethlehem Christmas tree illuminated for first time since Gaza war began

Hundreds gathered in Manger Square to bask in the festivities that included musi...

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Hong Kong votes in election as city mourns deadly fire

The Legislative Council election is seen as a test of public sentiment following...

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Death toll from devastating Indonesia floods passes 900

More than 100,000 homes were destroyed when powerful rains lashed the South East...

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A new museum in Doha celebrates Indian art legend MF Husain

Lawh Wa Qalam is dedicated to the late Indian artist whose prolific paintings fa...

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Japan is facing a dementia crisis – can technology help?

Japan's ageing population is putting strain on national budgets and society as a...

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How the solar storms that cause the Northern Lights can wreak havoc on Earth

The aurora borealis can bring stunning night skies, but hidden dangers can accom...

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Sold 30 items on Vinted? Don't panic if you get a message about tax

Here's what you need to know about tax rules if you're selling items online....

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Sold 30 items on Vinted? Don't panic if you get a message about tax

Here's what you need to know about tax rules if you're selling items online....

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Iceland boss Richard Walker to become Labour peer, sources say

The supermarket chair quit the Conservative Party to throw his support behind Si...

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Olympics flame arrives in Rome ahead of Winter Games

The Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 is set to take place in February....

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At least 11 killed in South Africa mass shooting

Gunmen stormed a hostel near Pretoria and opened fire, killing 11 people includi...

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Americans to get free entry to parks on Trump's birthday

At the same time, the Trump administration is withdrawing free entry on Martin ...

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Can you ban kids from social media? Australia is about to, but some teens are a step ahead

The law comes into effect this week but critics worry it can't be enforced - and...

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