Parhaat Front Line Defenders Podcastit (2024)

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Can HGV lorries go green faster? | BBC News 6:30

3h ago6:30

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There are millions of heavy goods trucks driving on roads all over the world.But why are so few of them running on electricity?Alasdair Keane visited Södertälje in Sweden - home to one of Europe's biggest truck manufacturers, Scania - to find out if the switch can be made.Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUogFor more news, analysis and features vis…

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Keir Starmer and Joe Biden hold talks in Washington | BBC News 6:00

5h ago6:00

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with US President Joe Biden at the White House, where they discussed Ukraine, the Middle East and the Indo-Pacific. After the meeting, Starmer gave no indication if the UK and US would allow Ukraine to use long-range weapons inside Russia. Biden said Putin will "not prevail" in the war in Ukraine, during the meeti…

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US election: Will the Trump v Harris debate change how people vote? | BBC News 24:51

2h ago24:51

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You’re watching Path to the Presidency with Caitríona, Sumi and Katty – a weekly discussion about the 2024 US election with the BBC’s official election night anchors. This week the trio discuss the aftermath of the recent US presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. Will the debate impact how people vote in key swing states? Subsc…

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Can Taylor Swift win the US election for Kamala Harris? | BBC Americast 24:27

3h ago24:27

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Taylor Swift has endorsed Kamala Harris - but what difference is it likely to make, in terms of persuading the undecideds, and getting new voters registered? BBC Americast also looks back at the history behind celebrity endorsements from Frank Sinatra’s backing of JFK to Bruce Springsteen and Ronald Reagan, what motivates a star to back a politicia…

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Russians snitch on “enemies and traitors” - fellow citizens who oppose Ukraine War | BBC News 4:46

3h ago4:46

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Since President Putin's invasion of Ukraine more than two years ago, there's been a crackdown in Russia on anyone expressing anti-war views. Even everyday conversations can have dire consequences. Russians are reporting and denouncing fellow citizens to the police - with some facing long prison terms. It’s revived grim memories of the Soviet past, …

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Stranded Nasa astronauts hold press conference from International Space Station | BBC News 12:45

5h ago12:45

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Stranded Nasa astronauts Barry 'Butch' Wilmore and Sunita Williams say they feel "grateful" to spend more time in space, despite difficulties.The two gave a news conference about their experience of being stuck on the International Space Station for months.The two Americans, who arrived on the ISS in June, have been unable to get home because of a …

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The Defender's Journal Episode 18 - Tom Baxley 35:25

21h ago35:25

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Welcome to another episode in our *fortnightly series. This week, we’re excited to welcome Tom Baxley to the sofa! Ever wonder how a 12-year-old tinkerer with computers grew up to become a CISO at one of the world’s top asset management firms? Listen now… + Interested in joining us on the show? Connect with either Jeff Harrod or Cameron Wenham via …

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Nigeria flood affects up two million people, says official | BBC News 6:10

9h ago6:10

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The governor of Nigeria's northeastern Borno state has told the BBC that up to two million people have been affected by major flooding in the region. The floods began when a dam overflowed following heavy rains.Local officials said it was the worst flooding in the state in two decades.Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUogFor more news, analysis and…

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Taliban defend changes in Afghanistan in BBC interview | BBC News 8:19

12h ago8:19

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t’s been three years since the Taliban took control of Afghanistan.Interviews with their leaders have become increasingly difficult to get. In an exclusive sit down-interview, the BBC’s Yogita Limaye has spoken to Taliban government deputy spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat who defended their time in power and a new edict which further curbs women’s freedo…

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Farmers and students star in China's viral new football league | BBC News 3:05

1d ago3:05

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This is the ultimate underdog story.Rongjiang, a humid county in southwest China’s Guizhou province, is usually known for its watermelon production. But the agricultural town has created the nation’s most popular football league: the Guizhou Village Super League. With thousands of fans and players who might be farmers, students or shopkeepers, the …

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96. STOP Physician Suicide with this Physician Leadership Crucial Conversation 10:15

1d ago10:15

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We can't stop all physician suicides, but we can reach out to everybody who is visibly struggling. Recognize physician burnout and use this outreach protocol to potentially save a colleague’s life. Here’s how … ~ Learn a simple, powerful process to identify and reach out to colleagues who may be in distress and burned out. ~ Discover how to create …

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Russia strips accreditation of six British diplomats | BBC News 10:56

14h ago10:56

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Russia has revoked the accreditation of six British diplomats it has accused of spying.The country's security service FSB claimed their activities threatened the country's security and said in a statement it had received documents indicating Britain's involvement in inflicting "a strategic defeat" on Russia.The UK Foreign Office said the accusation…

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Putin warns West it risks “fighting Russia” if it lets Ukraine use long-range missiles | BBC News 5:50

1d ago5:50

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Russia’s President Putin has warned that the United States and European countries would be “directly participating” in the war in Ukraine if they lift restrictions on it using long-range missiles to strike Russian territory. He said that would change the nature of the conflict and mean the US and other NATO countries were “fighting with Russia”. It…

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AI chip makers battle for dominance | BBC News 21:17

1d ago21:17

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Computer chip designer Nvidia has come to dominate the market for chips used in artificial intelligence (AI) systems, which process large amounts of data for AI workloads.Nvidia is the third-most valuable company in the US, behind only Microsoft and Apple.Startup Groq is challenging Nvidia’s market dominance and has raised nearly a billion dollars …

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Donald Trump says no more Kamala Harris debates | BBC News 6:43

1d ago6:43

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Donald Trump has announced that he will not participate in a second debate against Kamala Harris ahead of the November elections.The former president claimed on Truth Social that polls showed he "clearly won" his first debate against Harris in Philadelphia earlier this week.Trump added that Harris "should focus on what she should have done" while v…

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Jared Isaacman completes first private spacewalk with Space X | BBC News 10:23

1d ago10:23

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Billionaire Jared Isaacman and engineer Sarah Gillis have become the first non-professional crew to perform one of the riskiest manoeuvres in space - a spacewalk. The pair stepped out of the SpaceX spacecraft around 15 minutes apart, starting at 11:52BST, wearing specially-designed suits. It was commercially funded by Mr Isaacman. Before, only astr…

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Mpox vaccines arrive in DRC as cases continue to increase | BBC News 4:04

1d ago4:04

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The much-awaited mpox vaccines are finally arriving in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). As mpox cases continue to increase in parts of Africa, questions are being asked about how countries, if they can even get vaccines, are able store and distribute them. Few facilities are up to the task as the vaccines need to be stored at particular temperat…

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The cost of helping Ukraine – less training for British soldiers 45:37

1d ago45:37

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More than 40,000 Ukrainians have had military training in the UK since Russia’s full-scale invasion of their country, but that’s made it harder for the Army to access its own training areas with bids now eight times more likely to be rejected. Former Royal Navy Commodore Steve Prest explains why the UK thinks it’s a price worth paying, for now. The…

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EXTRA – The Iranian Embassy Siege First Hand. 26:43

1d ago26:43

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It remains an iconic piece of news footage and now historian Ben MacIntyre, the man behind SAS Rogue Heroes, has been given permission to talk to the men who took part in the operation to end the siege of the Iranian Embassy in London in 1980. Some of them have never spoken openly about the mission until now and these personal accounts detail the b…

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SpaceX astronauts make history as they conduct first private spacewalk | BBC News 8:01

1d ago8:01

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Billionaire businessman Jared Isaacman becomes the first non-professional astronaut to walk in space. "Back at home we all have a lot of work to do, but from here Earth sure looks like a perfect world," the businessman said as he stepped out into space. Mission specialist Sarah Gillis followed Isaacman's spacewalk. Isaacman is bankrolling the Polar…

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Harris or Trump: Who won the US presidential debate? | BBC Americast 16:35

1d ago16:35

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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump meet for the first time on a debate stage in Philadelphia, sparring over key issues and exchanging deep personal attacks. The momentous meeting was marked by question dodging, finger pointing… and a claim about pet-eating. The BBC's Justin Webb, Sarah Smith, Marianna Spring and Anthony Zurcher give their analysis on t…

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Debate verdict: defensive Trump rattled by confident Harris | BBC News 7:17

2d ago7:17

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Donald Trump was left looking angry and frustrated in his crucial TV debate with Kamala Harris in Philadelphia.In a fiery 90 minutes that could help decide the presidential race, Harris frequently rattled the former president with personal attacks that threw him off message and raised the temperature of this highly-anticipated contest.Her jibes on …

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Who won the Harris-Trump presidential debate? | BBC News 4:58

2d ago4:58

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Donald Trump and Kamala Harris went head to head in their first televised debate in the US election campaign.In 90 minutes of often fiery exchanges, the Republican and Democratic presidential candidates traded claims over key election issues including the economy, immigration and abortion. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUogFor more news, analysi…

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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump attend 9/11 memorial | BBC News 3:00

2d ago3:00

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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump attended the same 9/11 memorial the morning after a fiery debate - their first of the 2024 US presidential election. Both presidential candidates will attend a number of events throughout the day, marking the 23rd anniversary of 9/11. The 9/11 memorial involved Americans who lost family members on 11 September 2001. T…

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The midwives who stopped murdering girls and started saving them | BBC News 15:51

2d ago15:51

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Warning: includes content some viewers may find distressing . Almost thirty years ago, a journalist in India’s northern state of Bihar interviewed a group of village midwives who told a shocking story. Speaking on camera, these women admitted that they routinely murdered new-born baby girls on the orders of the girls’ families.These shocking confes…

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US and UK foreign ministers in Ukraine amid calls to allow strikes deep into Russia | BBC News 3:15

3d ago3:15

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy have arrived in Kyiv on a joint visit as Ukraine continues to press for the right to use US and British long-range missiles against Russia.The two men travelled together to the Ukrainian capital after talks in London. They are due to meet President Volodymr Zelensky, who has …

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Mpox infections rise in Congo | BBC News 7:08

3d ago7:08

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Medical staff on the front line of the battle against mpox in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have told the BBC they are desperate for vaccines to arrive so they can stem the rate of new infections.At a treatment centre in South Kivu province that the BBC visited in the epicentre of the outbreak, they say more patients are arriving every day -…

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US presidential debate to see Donald Trump and Kamala Harris face off | BBC News 7:18

3d ago7:18

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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump will debate for the first time in the 2024 US presidential election.The Republican ex-president and the Democratic vice-president remain locked in a tight race, both nationally and in the swing states.Voters in the US go to the polls on 5 November to elect their next president. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUogFor…

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UK halts all Iran flights as allies step up sanctions | BBC News 3:10

3d ago3:10

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The UK, France and Germany said they have imposed fresh sanctions on Iran for supplying Russia with ballistic missiles for use in Ukraine, including restrictions on national carrier Iran Air's ability to fly to the UK and Europe.Also among the new measures, which have been announced as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits London, are travel …

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Beyonce snubbed at country music awards | BBC News 3:27

3d ago3:27

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Beyoncé has been snubbed by the Country Music Awards, despite having one of the biggest country hits of the year with Texas Hold 'Em.When the nominees for the ceremony were announced on Monday morning, the star was notably absent - with not a single nomination.Beyoncé had widely been expected to gain recognition at the awards, with fans speculating…

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Flooding kills more than 20 in Morocco and Algeria | BBC News 4:27

3d ago4:27

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The death toll continues to rise in Algeria and Morocco, following deadly flooding caused by torrential rains. Morocco's interior ministry said at least 18 people lost their lives, in what is described as usually excessively dry areas in the south of the country. They added that four others are missing. Meanwhile in neighbouring Algeria, authoritie…

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Israeli strike in Gaza humanitarian zone kills 19, Hamas-run health ministry says | BBC News 3:46

3d ago3:46

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At least 19 people have been killed in an overnight Israeli strike in the designated humanitarian zone in southern Gaza, the Hamas-run health ministry says.Witnesses said the strike obliterated an area crowded with tents for displaced Palestinians in al-Mawasi, south-west of Khan Younis, leaving huge craters in the sand.“The bombing was incredibly …

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Australia to ban children from using social media | BBC News 3:36

3d ago3:36

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Australia is planning to ban children from using social media due to the "mental health consequences".The legislation will impose and enforce a minimum age to use social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram by the end of the year. Although the exact age has yet to be revealed by the government, it is likely to be between 14 and 16 with the A…

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95. Physician Leadership – Recognize the 3 Symptoms of Physician Burnout in Yourself and Others. 9:15

4d ago9:15

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All physician leaders must be able to recognize physician burnout and survival mode in themselves and others. Early diagnosis enables early outreach and intervention! In this episode: ~ Learn the 3 symptoms of physician burnout and exactly what the little voice in your head says in each case. ~ Learn how to spot survival mode in yourself and your t…

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Harris and Trump to debate in pivotal campaign test | BBC News 8:24

4d ago8:24

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Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are set to have their first presidential debate. The Republican ex-president and the Democratic vice-president remain locked in a tight race, both nationally and in the swing states. The primetime duel on ABC News will be their first meeting and only the second time they have shared the same room. It is not the first …

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Green Ultra Athlete & Entrepreneur: Pushing Limits for the Planet 59:17

4d ago59:17

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Carole Fuchs is a green ultra athlete, entrepreneur, and climate activist who has climbed some of the world’s highest peaks, including Mount Everest. As the founder of Feel Run, a circular economy business that creates sustainable sportswear, Carole is passionate about reducing the environmental impact of the sports industry. We explore her many ad…

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Women banned from speaking in public by Afghanistan's Taliban rulers | BBC News 6:25

4d ago6:25

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Three years after the Taliban returned to power in Afghanistan a new law has been passed compelling women to cover their face and body completely when leaving their homes. The latest restrictions also state that women’s voices must no longer be heard in public. They are the latest in a series of draconian restrictions imposed on women by the countr…

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iPhone 16 makes debut with Apple Intelligence | BBC News 4:11

4d ago4:11

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Apple has unveiled its latest smartphone, the iPhone 16, alongside an updated Apple watch. In tech terms, it's the blue ribbon event, with Apple remaining one of the biggest companies in the world - and the latest generation of tech is the key to its fortune. This model features AI and a new camera button, which autofocuses and has a shutter releas…

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Afghanistan hospital struggling to save starving babies | BBC News 8:55

4d ago8:55

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In Afghanistan, there are 3.2 million children with acute malnutrition, according to the UN. Seven hundred children have died in the past six months at one hospital, the Taliban’s public health department in Nangarhar told us. That’s more than three a day. Malnutrition is a condition that has plagued Afghanistan for decades, triggered by 40 years o…

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Kate says she has completed chemotherapy treatment in video message | BBC News 3:07

4d ago3:07

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The Princess of Wales has spoken of her relief at completing her course of chemotherapy, in a personal video released by Kensington Palace. Catherine revealed in March that she was undergoing cancer treatment and has been out of sight of the public for much of this year. She will be carrying out a few engagements this year, which could include Reme…

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What we know about the Trump-Harris presidential debate | BBC News 3:37

4d ago3:37

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Kamala Harris will face off against former President Donald Trump in the second presidential debate on 10 September. In a first televised debate in 2024 between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, the US presidential candidates traded barbs and personal takedowns. President Joe Biden's performance forced him to drop out of the race and his Vice-President K…

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Ukraine's vital eastern town Pokrovsk in Russian sights | BBC News 3:24

5d ago3:24

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Ukraine’s surprise incursion into Russia’s Kursk region last month helped to boost national morale, but the Kremlin has retaliated with serious of missile attacks. On Sunday, Russia claimed to have taken control of a village just 10km from a key transportation hub Pokrovsk, in eastern Ukraine. The front line is less than 8km (4.9 miles) from Pokrov…

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Venezuela's Edmundo González vows to 'continue to fight' for democracy after Spain asylum | BBC News 3:48

5d ago3:48

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Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo González has vowed to "continue to fight" for democracy in his own country, after being granted asylum in Spain.Mr González left Venezuela, after having spent weeks in hiding, arriving at the Torrejón military air base in Madrid with his wife at about 16:00 local time on Sunday (14:00 GMT).The departure of th…

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Inside Afghanistan: millions of children suffering extreme malnutrition | BBC News 8:47

5d ago8:47

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Millions of children in Afghanistan are suffering extreme food shortages with many dying from hunger and disease. The United Nations says more than three million children under the age of 5 are malnourished. The humanitarian crisis is worsening in a country suffering extreme poverty after years of war and economic collapse. Major aid donors includi…

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Venezuela opposition leader granted political asylum in Spain | BBC News 5:11

6d ago5:11

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The Venezuelan government has said opposition presidential candidate Edmundo González has left the country for Spain, where he is to be granted political asylum.Mr González has been in hiding ever since an arrest warrant was issued after he disputed July's presidential election result - in which the government-controlled National Electoral Council …

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Children injured in deadly Russian attack on Ukraine | BBC News 5:11

6d ago5:11

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At least two civilians have died with children among the injured after a Russian air strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy. Ukraine says it shot down 15 Russian launched attack drones and one guided missile during attacks overnight. Meanwhile, funeral services have been held in Poltava where 51 people were killed following another Russian air strike…

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Three civilians killed in West Bank-Jordan border attack, say Israeli officials | BBC News 4:04

6d ago4:04

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Three people have been killed in an attack at the border between Jordan and the occupied West Bank, Israeli officials say.The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said three Israeli civilians were killed in the shooting at the Allenby Bridge crossing.The attacker approached the area from the Jordanian side in a truck, then got out and opened fire, the IDF s…

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Tennis star Jack Draper vomits on court during US Open semi-final | BBC News 7:25

7d ago7:25

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British tennis star Jack Draper has said being sick on court in his US Open semi-final defeat was "the worst feeling ever." As the contest became more physical in the second set, a peaky-looking Draper vomited three times and was unable to inflict enough damage on his opponent, Jannik Sinner. Speaking after the match, Draper said: "I didn't have an…

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