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DeSantis wins as judge dismisses Disney's lawsuit against him

Disney had claimed the governor orchestrated a campaign of "government retaliation". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vwWY3tK

eBay to pay $59m over illegal pill press sales

The government accused eBay of making it too easy to buy equipment for producing counterfeit pills. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OPoyqIR

Woman arrested with 130 poisonous frogs in her luggage

The Brazilian woman was arrested at the international airport in the Colombian capital, Bogotá. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WzSuJrT

Avantika: Playing Mean Girls' Karen helps break stereotypes

South Asian actress Avantika Vandanapu, 19, takes on the role originally played by Amanda Seyfried. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/t2mUzRj

Divyansh Singh Panwar breaks 10m air rifle world record to win ISSF World Cup gold

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Military-led West African states leave regional bloc

The three junta-led countries were suspended from the bloc amid calls to return to democratic rule. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/R4SyTC0

Xavi: Barcelona manager to leave at end of season

Barcelona manager Xavi says he will step down at the end of the season. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/exMQqt2

Dutch thrash India 7-2 in Hockey5s Women’s World Cup final

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Burkina Faso thanks Russia for 'priceless gift' of wheat

It is the latest overture from an isolated European power seeking to deepen ties with West Africa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NiudcDq

France farmer protests: PM offers key concessions after roads around Paris blocked

Farmers are targeting major roads around the French capital in protest against low food prices. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xkwtRWC

Teenage paddler with Indian roots, Prithika Pavade eyes an encore at Paris Olympics

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ICJ says Israel must prevent genocide in Gaza

But it stops short of ordering Israel to halt the war in Gaza, in a controversial case at The Hague. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32y79fu

'Putin has made mistakes' - Kremlin challenger

Boris Nadezhdin says he has more than 100,000 signatures to register for Russia's presidential election. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qiUxJ8m

Bazball is not about scoring 6-7 runs an over, it’s about trying to be the best version of yourself: Dinesh Karthik

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Boeing boss faces Washington grilling after blow-out

A whistleblower calls Boeing manufacturing a "rambling, shambling, disaster waiting to happen". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wtZLIo2

Al Nassr postpone China friendlies as Cristiano Ronaldo gets injured before Inter Miami clash

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Police probe alleged foul-smelling substance attack on Gaza march

Students at Columbia University say they were doused with a foul-smelling substance, akin to sewage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/veahEH9

IND vs ENG: Rajat Patidar joins Test squad in place of Virat Kohli for England series

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Joseph Boakai: Liberia's new president fails to end inauguration speech

Joseph Boakai, 79, is helped from the podium as the ceremony in the capital Monrovia is cut short. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ByigNnm

Australian Open 2024: Zheng Qinwen and the steady, understated rise of Chinese tennis

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Dying thief stole Wizard of Oz ruby slippers as 'one last score'

Terry Martin was convinced by an ex-mob associate to steal the shoes as "one last score". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mQsM4cS

In Ukraine's river war, drones mean nowhere is safe

Ukraine aims to build a million military drones in 2024. In Kherson, the BBC saw how vital they are. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qHEjgZL

Ayodhya: India PM Modi to open Hindu temple on razed Babri mosque site

Ayodhya is spruced up for the Ram temple launch, but opposition leaders and some Hindu seers are staying away. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Isa9CuO

Ron DeSantis suspends campaign for president

The Florida governor dropped out of the 2024 presidential race whilst endorsing Donald Trump. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/U1YTcBw

Ron DeSantis suspends campaign for president

Republican Governor Ron DeSantis suspends his campaign for US president, saying there is no "clear path to victory" from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Y1g5X6f

Ex-CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch 'vehemently denies' sex trafficking allegations

Mike Jeffries claims the allegations fall outside statute of limitations, and are "meritless". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dGFAR2q

Russia: Cat thrown off train into snow found dead

Russia's state rail company apologises after its conductor dumped the feline in freezing temperatures. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xVo0wln

HS Prannoy struggles to get going physically, bows out in semifinals of India Open

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Théo Luhaka: French police officers given suspended sentences for brutal assault

Théo Luhaka suffered severe injuries from a police baton in a case which triggered days of protests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PAeXDuL

HS Prannoy rides wave of crowd support to counter tricky Wang; reaches India Open semifinal against Shi Yu Qi

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Eisenkot: Key Israeli war leader challenges Netanyahu over Gaza strategy

Gadi Eisenkot condemns the prime minister, who insists Israel's offensive will go on until "complete victory". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ki7k2SF

Uzbekistan show mirror to Indian football in a 3-0 rout in AFC Asian Cup 2024

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Georgia Stalin: Icon removed from Tbilisi church

The icon showed the Soviet dictator being blessed by a saint, but the Church says it has to be changed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/js0OJn9

‘He is low on confidence’: Lakshya Sen’s Mission Paris needs a reboot and the key lies in the mind

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Blinken grounded in Davos as plane has 'critical failure'

The US secretary of state was due to return from the World Economic Forum in Davos when the issue occurred. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lRiNsg9

Ethiopia hunger: About 225 starve to death in Tigray - officials

There are fears that a famine is looming in the drought-hit and war-scarred Ethiopian region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gVb8Y9z

Palestinian envoy Husam Zomlot says UK guilty of hypocrisy

Husam Zomlot says the UK's policies towards Israel have caused it "reputational damage". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bigOCc7

Two British brothers banned from Switzerland for museum heist

The Metropolitan Police issue mugshots of the Ahearne brothers following their sentencing. from BBC News - World https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-67988454?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Iran sentences Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi to additional prison term

Narges Mohammadi is serving multiple sentences and has been in jail almost continuously since 2010. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KtwFrv5

Kenyan Airbnb murder: How femicide exposed toxic online misogyny

A young woman was dismembered and stuffed in a plastic bag - the internet blames her. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XoReYs5

Italian culture minister probed over stolen painting

Vittorio Sgarbi is accused of possessing and exhibiting a 17th Century painting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/K4aX6uQ

FIH Olympic Qualifiers: Salima Tete delivers left, right and center as India step up in must-win match vs New Zealand

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Frederik X kisses wife as he becomes King of Denmark

The new monarch blinks back tears as he greets the cheering crowds outside Christiansborg Castle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kF5hLBe

Boris Akunin: Russia designates author ‘foreign agent’

The Kremlin labels the bestselling author, Boris Akunin, a foreign agent over his stance on Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tPeni1m

Satwik-Chirag save six game points to stun world champions and enter Malaysian Open final

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Israel strikes southern Gaza city swollen with displaced people

Ten people in a Rafah house sheltering displaced people were killed, the Hamas-run health ministry says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aClcbDL

AFC Asian Cup: Ravaged by injuries, India face World No 25 Australia first up

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Amazon rainforest: Deforestation rate halved in 2023

Preliminary data shows more than 5,000 sq km were cleared, still over six times the size of New York City. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QGkeNzc

Huge ancient city found in the Amazon

The city was built 2,500 years ago but may have been abandoned after a volcanic eruption. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3BpJ9T0

India vs Afghanistan T20I series: Dube excels with bat and ball, T20 regulars play their roles as hosts record facile win

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'This is my home’ – a 13-year-old vlogger's life in Gaza

Nadine Abdul Latif moved home three times since the war began, and an Israeli air strike killed her brother. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UsJOx6D

Eurovision: Finnish artists want Israel barred from Eurovision over Gaza war

More than 1,400 music professionals demand action from public broadcaster Yle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/K1bVqnH

Swedish £6,000 dine and dash investigation reopened

A group of 35 people allegedly left a Malmö restaurant without paying on Christmas Day. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tq5D4fZ

Aman Sehrawat begins new year with title, braces for showdown with Ravi Dahiya in race to Paris

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India vs Australia, 3rd T20I: Harmanpreet’s struggles, Healy’s intent stand in contrast as India go down 1-2 in series

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Global economy set for weakest growth since pandemic, warns World Bank

Concerns over interest rates and Middle East mean the World Bank expects growth of just 2.4% in 2024. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OpToi3M

Football’s all-conquering Emperor, German great Franz Beckenbauer no more

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Alaskan Airlines flight 1282: Key questions behind door plug blowout

Many questions remain after a 737 Max Boeing plane suffered a mid-air blowout in the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/E7o9KuG

After Ranji Trophy debacle against Pondicherry, Delhi sack Yash Dhull as captain, Himmat Singh to take over

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Bangladesh election: PM Sheikh Hasina wins fourth term in controversial vote

Ms Hasina secures her fourth straight term after the main opposition boycotts the election. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vX18hH5

India vs Australia 2nd T20I: Ellyse Perry’s reinvention stands out on 300th appearance as visitors bounce back to level series

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EU Council President Charles Michel to step down early

Charles Michel's decision to step down means EU leaders will need to find a replacement quickly. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/71CKznE

French Cup side makes 8,000-mile round trip, loses 12-0

Golden Lion from Martinique endures an 8,000-mile round trip only to lose 12-0 to Lille in the French Cup. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2xRiltD

Japan earthquake: Woman in 90s found alive under rubble five days later

More than 120 people have been confirmed dead since the 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck on Monday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZqxWCe

India vs Australia first T20I: ‘Sorted’ Titas Sadhu shines on a near-perfect night as hosts outplay world champions

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Israeli ex-hostage returns to site of Nova festival massacre and kidnappings

Survivors and relatives of those killed or kidnapped pay emotional visits to the festival site for a memorial event. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tyBQ2UE

McDonald's hit by Israel-Gaza 'misinformation'

It is a striking acknowledgment of the impact from the conflict on the burger giant. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4eUWDYS

Dog enjoys priciest meal of his life - $4,000 cash

Typically a well behaved dog, this seven-year-old chowed down on an envelope of his owners' money. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OMhRwZz

IS claims responsibility for deadly Iran bombings that killed 84

The Islamic State group says it carried out Wednesday's attack in southern Iran that killed 84 people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Nv14bOY

Saleh al-Arouri: Hamas leader's death 'won't go unpunished', says Hezbollah chief

The head of Lebanon's largest military force says the death of Saleh al-Arouri will be avenged. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/x1CR3ie

WFI controversy: Junior wrestlers protest in Delhi, blaming Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia and Sakshi Malik for halting their careers

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Test cricket is very important for my career, says Mohammed Siraj after career best bowling against South Africa

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Francoise Bornet: Woman in Robert Doisneau’s Paris kiss photo dies aged 93

Francoise Bornet was part of a young couple who were seen embracing on the street in 1950. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9nEYvKh

Claudine Gay resigns as Harvard University president

The university's top official resigns amid allegations of plagiarism and criticism over her comments on antisemitism. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xyptfPW

Japan Airlines: How the passenger plane burst into flames

A professor in investigating accidents tells the BBC what might have caused the plane to burst into flames. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/seRqDEx

Turkey detains 34 on suspicion of spying for Israel

Investigators allege the suspects were planning abductions on behalf of Israeli intelligence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jCdsNr1

Lee Jae-myung: South Korea opposition leader stabbed in Busan.

Lee Jae-myung was stabbed on the left side of his neck during a news conference during a visit to Busan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/41PIO9E

Robert Pether: Australian jailed in Iraq reaches 1,000-day milestone

Robert Pether has been detained for 1,000 days, in what his family call a "hostage" situation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gNbS1hB

India vs South Africa 2nd Test Live Streaming: When and where to watch IND vs SA live?

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Ethiopia signs agreement with Somaliland paving way to sea access

The prime minister of the landlocked country has said that sea access was an existential question. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YXKTd9z