Wrestlers protest: The fake smiles of India's detained sporting stars

Indian wrestlers protesting against sexual harassment have been targeted by an artificially generated image.

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AI: War crimes evidence erased by social media platforms

Footage of potential human rights abuses may be lost after platforms delete it, the BBC has found.

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US actor Danny Masterson found guilty on two rape counts

Three women said the actor sexually assaulted them at his Hollywood home between 2001-03.

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Amazon to pay $30m over Alexa and Ring privacy violations

It will also pay out after allowing employees of its Ring doorbell system access to customer recordings.

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Five revelations from Nasa's public UFO meeting

Some sightings turn out to be wayward Bart Simpson balloons. Others remain a mystery.

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Yugoslav war: UN increases sentence on two Serbian war criminals

Jovica Stanišic and Franko Simatovic trained death squads accused of ethnic cleansing, the Hague says.

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Ben Roberts-Smith: How war hero's defamation case has rocked Australia

Ben Roberts-Smith denies killing Afghan civilians, in a case that's shone a light on elite soldier units.

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Manhattanhenge: How to see it this year

The biannual phenomenon draws locals and tourists alike to capture the perfect photo.

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Nato to send 700 more troops to Kosovo after clashes

The reinforcements come after 30 Nato peacekeepers and 52 protesters were hurt in clashes.

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Man prises crocodile's jaws off his head at Australian resort

The 51-year-old had a narrow escape from the animal while snorkelling off a luxury island in Queensland.

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Italy: Agents die when boat capsizes on Lake Maggiore

Two Italian intelligence agents and a former member of Israel's security forces are among four victims.

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The 'exploding' demand for giant heat pumps

Whole towns in Europe are being heated by huge, energy efficient heat pumps.

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Man uniting Indian families torn by colonialism

Shamshu Deen has helped more than 300 people in the Caribbean find long-lost loved ones in India.

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German police arrest stripper over toy gun

Frankfurt police say they took action after receiving reports about a man with an assault rifle.

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Turkey elections: What to expect from newly emboldened Erdogan

Voters in the strategic Nato country opted for a seasoned autocrat - rather than an untested democrat.

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Erdogan hails election victory but Turkey left divided

The president's supporters celebrate long into the night after he secures five more years in power.

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US debt ceiling deal ready for Congress vote - Biden

President Joe Biden said he had not made too many concessions to Republicans as part of the agreement.

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Lake Maggiore tourist boat overturns, with one dead

Italy's fire service said 19 people were rescued but it was still searching for some people reported to be missing.

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Turkish president sings to supporters from top of bus

The Turkish president burst into song as he claimed victory in his country's election.

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'It Was Disturbing': Christian College Scores Big Victory After Public School Cut Ties. Here's Why It Matters

A legal dispute that broke out between Arizona Christian University (ACU) and the Washington Elementary School District has been settled after ACU accused the public school system of cutting ties over the institution’s “religious beliefs.”

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Ukraine war: Zelenksy praises air force after Russia's largest drone attack yet

The Ukrainian president thanks his air force, after most of the Russian drones were shot down.

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Mozambique cholera: Why outbreaks have sparked unrest

Misinformation about measures taken to tackle cholera outbreaks has led to violent protests.

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Portugal housing crisis: 'I'll have to move back in with mum'

Anger is rising in the Portuguese capital Lisbon, where affordable homes are rarer and rarer.

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US debt ceiling: Negotiators agree a deal in principle, McCarthy says

The White House and the Republicans are now said to be ironing out details of a bill to avert a default.

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ChatGPT: US lawyer admits using AI for case research

The lawyer told the judge he did not know content from the artificial intelligence could be false.

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Ken Paxton: Texas House votes to impeach Trump ally

Ken Paxton, Texas' Attorney General, is now suspended from office pending a trial in the state Senate.

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Turkish presidency run-off decides if Erdogan should have five more years

Turks vote in a momentous presidential run-off to decide on their country's future path.

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We're ready to retake our country - Ukraine security boss Oleksiy Danilov

Oleksiy Danilov says it would be "strange" to talk dates but that this was an "historic opportunity".

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Oleksiy Danilov interview: Ukraine counter-offensive 'ready to begin'

Oleksiy Danilov tells the BBC that Kyiv has an "historic opportunity" to strike a major blow to Russia.

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Powerball lottery winner faces lawsuit alleging ticket theft

Edwin Castro won the jackpot last November - but Jose Rivera claims he is the rightful winner.

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IPL 2023: Who are India's next cricketing stars?

These players and their dazzling performances at the IPL make a case for their inclusion in India's national side.

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Faith-Based Group Sends Bibles, Food to Persecuted Christians: 'They Will Risk Death for a Bible'

World Help, a faith-based humanitarian group, is trying to help North Korean Christians both in body and spirit by bringing both food and Bibles into the communist country. 

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Driver swept backwards in raging Spanish floodwaters

Video filmed on a phone shows the driver losing control of the car before getting caught in the current.

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NY woman charged over threats after Club Q shooting

Sharon Robinson, 40, allegedly told one Colorado venue it would get “shot up like Club Q”.

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Africa's week in pictures: 19-25 May 2023

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week.

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Channel migrants tragedy: Five French soldiers accused of failing to help

Five French soldiers are accused of failing to help during the incident when 27 people died.

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Hamida Banu: Indian wrestler whose ‘marriage bout’ no one could win

Hamida Banu's feats brought her international fame and an almost mythical status - but then she vanished.

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Google removes 'Slavery Simulator' game amid outrage in Brazil

The app, which allowed players to "buy and sell" black characters, was launched last month.

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Aderrien Murry: Mississippi boy, 11, shot by officer after calling police

Aderrien Murry has been released from hospital and is recovering from his injuries.

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Silicon Valley Bank: 500 jobs cut by new owner First Citizens

The move comes two months after SVB's collapse triggered fears of a banking crisis.

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Why Turkey's election is being closely followed in Africa

Whoever wins Sunday's Turkish presidential run-off cannot ignore the country's growing ties with Africa.

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Will these Trump voters back DeSantis this time?

Republicans tell the BBC why the Florida governor is an attractive alternative in the 2024 race.

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Belgorod: Russian paramilitary group vows more incursions

Moscow says it repelled the raid and vowed a harsh response to further infiltration of its border.

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Watch: Eight of Tina Turner's most legendary songs

A look back at some of the singer's hits after her death at the age of 83.

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‘Demons’ Review: Grief Is the Thing With Red Fur

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Don’t Travel on Memorial Day Weekend. Try New Restaurants Instead.

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Ron DeSantis: Who is the Florida governor and White House contender?

The Ivy League-educated former naval officer is lauded by many on the right as a political rock star.

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Tiny Love Stories: ‘I Never Saw My Parents Kiss’

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Ron DeSantis to launch 2024 presidential bid on Twitter - reports

The 44-year-old Florida governor is expected to be Donald Trump's main Republican 2024 challenger.

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The Brilliance of Blur

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Adolf Hitler house in Austria to be used for police human rights training

It is the latest twist in a long-running row over what to do with the building in Braunau am Inn.

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E. Jean Carroll Seeks New Damages From Trump for Comments on CNN

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Rick Wolff, Sports Radio Host and Much More, Is Dead at 71

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60 Christians Dead, 400 Churches Destroyed in Violent Uprising: 'Literally On the Run'

Christians in northeast India are under attack as a violent conflict between two ethnic groups continues to cause civil unrest.

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The Welfare Debate Stalling the Debt Talks

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Erdogan Secures Endorsement of Former Rival for President

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What Bills Did DeSantis Sign as He Propelled Florida to the Right?

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As Russia Claims Victory in Bakhmut, Ukraine Sees Opportunity Amid Ruins

By BY ANDREW E. KRAMER from NYT World https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/21/world/europe/russia-bakhmut-battle-ukraine.html?partner=IFTTT

With His Party Ahead in Elections, Greek Leader Claims ‘Political Earthquake’

By BY NIKI KITSANTONIS from NYT World https://ift.tt/f4AaWYP

The U.S. believes Ukraine has the equipment it needs for a counteroffensive.

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China Bans Some Sales of Chips From U.S. Company Micron

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US debt ceiling: Joe Biden and Kevin McCarthy seek to break impasse

The president flies home from the G7 summit amid hopes of a deal with top Republican Kevin McCarthy.

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Who will win the Preakness Stakes? Here’s what our experts think.

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Requiem for the 7 dead horses of Kentucky Derby week.

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British novelist Martin Amis dies aged 73

The influential author of Money and London Fields was one of the most celebrated writers of his generation.

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James de Jongh, Who Put Stories of Slavery Onstage, Dies at 80

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More Than a Dozen People Killed in Northern Italy Flooding

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Greek elections: Rail tragedy hangs over vote dominated by dynasties

Ahead of Sunday's election, Greece's worst rail crash is held up as proof of a broken government.

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Airman to Remain Detained as He Awaits Trial

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How West Ham's night of glory turned ugly... in 85 seconds

Players confronted AZ Alkmaar fans in chaotic scenes after the friends and family area was attacked.

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‘The Fears’ Review: Group Therapy Was Never More Triggering

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Blur Surprises With a Reflection on Fame, and 9 More New Songs

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Regulators Rebut Claims by Silicon Valley Bank’s Ex-C.E.O.

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A Royal Paradox: Harry and Meghan Seek Both Privacy and Publicity

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'I Will Not Yield': Teen Handing Out Bibles Refuses to Back Down After Police Arrest Him

Law enforcement officers in Alberta, Canada, reportedly arrested a teenager handing out Bibles after an altercation broke out between him, his supporters, and a group of counter-protesters.

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What to Know About Post-Shingles Encephalitis

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Disney scraps $867m Florida plan amid Ron DeSantis feud

The company makes the decision amid an escalating legal battle with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

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Disney Pulls Plug on $1 Billion Development in Florida

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An Insider’s View of the George Floyd Murder Trial

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Serbians hand in guns and question culture of violence after two shootings

Back-to-back attacks prompt a gun amnesty and fears among some that the country is becoming more like the US.

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Kusama Takes On the Infinite With a Sly Wink

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Newly Published, From Young Adult Novels to China’s Cultural Revolution

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Desert Monoliths Reveal World’s Oldest Architectural Plans

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What’s a President to Do When a Nation’s Capital Is Sinking? Move It.

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Asante King asks British Museum to return gold to Ghana

Asante King met with the British Museum's director on a recent visit to London.

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Kentucky State Senate District 28 Special Election Results

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Sam Altman: CEO of OpenAI calls for US to regulate artificial intelligence

Sam Altman says government regulation is "critical" to control the risks of artificial intelligence.

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U.S. Tech Espionage Team Unveils First Cases Involving China and Russia

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With a new tranche of weapons, Ukraine has much of what it needs for a counteroffensive, analysts say.

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Staff Members Attacked With Bat at Congressman’s Virginia Office

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Staff Members Attacked With Bat at Congressman’s Virginia Office

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What We Learned Through a Quarter of the M.L.B. Season

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'War Against People of Faith': Expert Warns A.I. Could Be 'Single Greatest Weapon Against Religion'

As warnings about artificial intelligence abound, an expert with the Media Research Center, a conservative content analysis group, believes religious liberty could be in peril.

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ExxonMobil settles decades-old torture case with Indonesian villagers

The villagers allege torture, sexual assault and beatings by soldiers contracted by the oil company.

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Owen Davidson, Who Won 8 Grand Slams With Billie Jean King, Dies at 79

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Don Denkinger, Umpire Remembered for Botched Call, Dies at 86

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Frame of Mind

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Your Monday Briefing: Thailand Votes for Change

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Here is how you pronounce Kilicdaroglu.

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U.S. officials, often exasperated by Erdogan, are watching the vote closely.

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Time for the favorite: Sweden’s entry, Loreen, with ‘Tattoo.’

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Up now: Blanca Paloma, from Spain.

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Heavy gunfire in Sudan ahead of ceasefire talks

Fierce fighting continues in Khartoum, on the eve of a new round of Saudi-brokered ceasefire talks.

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As the war rages, some Ukrainians turn to Eurovision for a bit of cheer.

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Sudan crisis: Sudanese singer Shaden Gardood killed in crossfire

Shaden Gardood, 37, died one day after Sudan's warring parties signed a deal to protect civilians.

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How Britain hosted a Eurovision for Ukraine.

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Pakistan shut down the internet - but that didn't stop the protests

Millions were plunged offline after Imran Khan's arrest but the blackout hasn't stopped protests.

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Texas has been taking immigration matters into its own hands.

By BY J. DAVID GOODMAN from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/11/us/texas-immigration.html?partner=IFTTT

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In Deposition, Former Prosecutor Rebuffs G.O.P. Questions About Trump Case

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17-year-old Honduran migrant dies in US custody

The Honduran foreign affairs office said Ángel Eduardo Maradiaga Espinoza died at a Florida facility

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Listen to the Mother of All Playlists

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Elon Musk says he has appointed new Twitter boss

The billionaire has been under pressure to name someone else to lead the company and focus on his other firms.

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Days After Crowning the King, Archbishop Condemns U.K. Migrant Plan

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