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Peruvian delivery man carried ancient mummy around in his bag

The Peruvian man said he wanted to show off the mummy, which is at least 600 years old, to his friends.

French football president resigns after scandal

French Football Federation president Noel le Graet resigns following a damning report into the organisation and accusations of sexual harassment.

Professional cyclist Antonio Tiberi fined for shooting San Marino minister's cat

Antonio Tiberi said he was trying out an air rifle when he aimed at his neighbour's pet and fired.

Nato boss Jens Stoltenberg says Ukraine to join bloc in 'long term'

But Jens Stoltenberg says it first needs to fight off the assault from Russia and remain independent.

US Marshals Service target of 'major' cyber-attack

The security breach at the federal law enforcement agency was categorised as a "major incident".

Amritpal Singh: The self-styled preacher raising fears in India's Punjab

Amritpal Singh rose to national attention after his supporters stormed a police station last week.

Physical 100: Are K-reality shows the next Korean cultural trend?

After Squid Game comes the hit survival-of-the-fittest reality show Physical 100.

Lebanon news agency's photo archive stolen in 'crime of national proportions'

A minister calls the theft of the server containing the archive a "crime of national proportions".

Andrew Tate not a Dubai flight risk, lawyer says

The controversial influencer could travel overseas, his lawyer says - but not to evade authorities.

Fishrot: The corruption scandal entwining Namibia and Iceland

Lucrative fishing contracts are at the centre of a corruption trial encompassing both countries.

EU chief to hold 'final talks' with Sunak on NI Brexit deal

The EU's Ursula von der Leyen will be in the UK on Monday for face-to-face talks with PM Rishi Sunak.

Delhi's Manish Sisodia arrested over corruption allegations

Delhi's deputy chief minister denies the allegations - his party says "dirty politics" is behind the move.

Israel and Palestinians pledge to reduce violence

As rare talks were held in Jordan, a Palestinian gunman killed two Israelis in the occupied West Bank.

Madonna's older brother Anthony Ciccone dies aged 66

The star's older brother had struggled with alcoholism and was reportedly homeless for many years.

British and EU leaders to meet over NI Brexit deal

The deputy prime minister earlier said the UK was close to securing a deal with the European Union.

Olivia Newton-John: Australia celebrates 'force of nature' performer

Sir Elton John is among the celebrities who paid tribute to the late actress at a special event.

Northern Ireland Protocol: Sunak wants to get job done on new Brexit deal

The prime minister says no agreement has been made but he is hopeful of a "positive outcome".

G20 meeting deadlocked over calling out Ukraine war

Russia and China refused to condemn Moscow's invasion at a meeting of finance ministers in India.

Northern Ireland Protocol: New Brexit deal 'inching towards conclusion'

Irish PM Leo Varadkar says an agreement on the Northern Ireland Protocol could be reached in days.

Rare snow carpets swathes of storm-hit California

Snow has fallen in Phelan and Lake Hughes, north of Los Angeles, as the state faces blizzard warnings.

Mardi Gras: Australia's PM Anthony Albanese first to join march

Anthony Albanese's presence at Mardi Gras has been welcomed by many but he has also faced criticism.

Thousands of tattooed inmates pictured in El Salvador mega-prison

Suspected gang members are pictured in a huge new jail, part of El Salvador's "war on crime".

New US sanctions for Russia on war anniversary

Joe Biden announces millions of dollars in aid to both Ukraine and its neighbour Moldova.

'I am proud of you' - Zelensky tells troops on invasion anniversary

Ukraine's president paid tribute and handed out medals to emotional families in Kyiv.

Chinyere Igwe: Nigerian politician arrested with $500,000 on election eve

The money was found in Chinyere Igwe's car on the eve of Nigeria's hotly contested elections.

Zelensky on Ukraine's 'year of invincibility'

The Ukrainian president addresses his people one year on from the start of the Russian invasion.

Ukraine war: The real reason for China's charm offensive over Ukraine and Russia

The West may come away unimpressed - but convincing them was never likely the main goal for Beijing.

Kenyan man freed on appeal over murder-kidnap

A man walks free after 11 years, amid concerns about a Met detective's role in his conviction in Kenya.

Mexico passes controversial reform of election watchdog

The reform reduces the size and the budget of the independent body overseeing elections in Mexico.

Alaska lawmaker censured for asking if fatal child abuse saved taxpayer money

State Rep. David Eastman is censured after making the remarks in the Alaska state legislature.

Lebanon central bank governor faces corruption charges

Riad Salameh denies accusations of money laundering, embezzlement and illicit enrichment.

Winter storm updates: Power outages and travel disruption continues across US

More than 800,000 are without power across several US states as a wild winter storm continues.

Swedish police chief Mats Lofving found dead after inquiry

Mats Lofving's death came after an inquiry found a conflict of interest involving a relationship with a top official.

Russian Wagner chief Prigozhin blames ammunition shortage for high deaths

Notorious mercenary boss Yevgeny Prigozhin accuses Russia's top brass of trying to destroy his group.

Winter storm causes disruption across US states

Hundreds of flights are cancelled as blizzard conditions hit the Dakotas, Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Mystery sphere found on beach perplexes Japan

Authorities say the object is not a threat, but it remains the subject of much speculation.

Teacher stabbed to death by pupil in France: reports

A teacher has been fatally stabbed in a school in south-west France, local media reports.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle dismiss South Park lawsuit rumour

A spokesperson for the royal couple reportedly said claims of a lawsuit are "totally baseless" and "boring".

How Ukraine's children are coping, one year on

As the first anniversary of Russia's invasion nears, Newsround reporter Ricky Boleto spent a week in Ukraine to talk to children about the impact the conflict is having on them.

Andrew Tate has detention extended for third time

Mr Tate and his brother were arrested in December on suspicion of rape and human trafficking.

Alligator kills 85-year-old woman in Florida

The woman was walking her dog when the alligator lunged at her and dragged her under water.

Putin promotes Russian escalation in annual speech

The president says he is taking Russia out of the last nuclear arms control treaty with America.

SoftGrid: The Indian tech firm forcing staff to go home on time

Employees at SoftGrid Computers get a notification to log off, 10 minutes before their shift ends.

Spain officials quit over trains that were made too wide for tunnels

The botched order was for commuter trains due to operate in two mountainous northern regions.

Russia's economy shrinks by less than expected

Despite widespread sanctions, the country's economy fared better last year than many analysts forecast.

New York alligator captured in Brooklyn's Prospect Park

The reptile was spotted by staff in Brooklyn's Prospect Park and later taken to the Bronx Zoo.

Biden visits Zelensky in Kyiv and says Putin 'dead wrong' on Ukraine war

The US president met Ukraine's Zelensky during the surprise trip and reaffirmed his support.

Bhiwani: India anger over charred bodies linked to cow vigilantes

The discovery of two bodies in a burnt-out car has led to a spate of allegations and one arrest.

Robert Mugabe's son arrested in Zimbabwe over cars trashed at Harare party

Robert Mugabe Junior has not yet commented on the allegations he damaged property worth $12,000.

Leiji Matsumoto, legendary manga creator, dies aged 85

The creator was known for his epic space sagas Galaxy Express 999 and Space Battleship Yamato.

Instagram and Facebook to get paid-for verification

The move comes after Twitter introduced a subscription-based verification service last year.

Turkey earthquake: Rescue effort ends in all but two areas

Searches will only continue in Kahramanmaras and Hatay, the country's disaster agency said.

Turkey earthquake: Red balloons placed on rubble to honour child victims

A group of volunteers tie tributes to metal wires sticking out of destroyed buildings in Hatay.

Jeff Koons: Visitor breaks iconic balloon dog sculpture in Miami

The iconic Balloon Dog was knocked to the ground by an art collector in Miami.

China may give Russia weapons for Ukraine war, Anthony Blinken warns

The US secretary of state said Beijing was considering "lethal support" for Russia in Ukraine.

North Korean TV airs missile launch footage

State TV aired footage of the Hwasong-15, which landed off Japan's Hokkaido island.

Rishi Sunak: Ukraine's long-term security must be ensured now

Allies must give advanced Nato-standard equipment and long-term security assurances, Sunak says.

Ukraine war: Russia has committed crimes against humanity, US says

Kamala Harris said the US has "formally determined" that Russia has committed crimes against humanity.

Turkey earthquake: Antakya now unrecognisable to tour guide

A 20-year tour guide takes the BBC into the Turkish city, where his usual reference points are in ruins.

A dozen South African cheetahs arrive in India

Twelve cheetahs from South Africa have been flown to India on Saturday.

Manchester United sale: Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos confirm bid

British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his petrochemicals firm Ineos confirm their bid for Manchester United.

N Korea fires missile after threatening retaliation

Pyongyang fires a missile into the sea a day after warning the US and Seoul against military drills.

Bruce Willis has frontotemporal dementia - what is it?

It's not the same as dementia, but it can affect a person's personality, language and behaviour.

Syrians in Turkey cross border after earthquake

Many are making the trip to border crossings to reunite with their families in Syria.

Michigan derailment: No hazardous material spilled in second rail crash

A train carrying chemicals derailed in Michigan, two weeks after the Ohio crash, but nothing leaked.

Iran protesters march in several cities in mourning for executed men

Videos showed anti-government rallies in several cities - the most widespread unrest in weeks.

EDF: French energy giant posts worst-ever results

The €17.9bn (£16bn) loss is being blamed on capped prices as well as repairs to power stations.

Germany: Flights cancelled as strikes wipe out air travel

More than 2,300 flights, affecting 300,000 passengers, have been cancelled across Germany.

Turkey earthquake: The warnings at the luxury apartments that turned to dust

Concerns were raised at the flats in Gaziantep, where 136 people died last week - the BBC has found.

German ballet director who smeared critic with faeces sacked

Hanover State Opera has fired Marco Goecke, saying his actions unsettled the audience and public.

Raquel Welch: A life in pictures

The US actress and model appeared in more than 30 movies and 50 television shows.

Florida plant nursery engulfed in huge fire

A local fire official says at least two acres (8,000 sq metres) of pallets holding plastic plant pots were ablaze.

Olaplex products cause hair loss, lawsuit claims

Twenty-eight women are suing the haircare company, saying its products ruined their hair.

MC Stan wins Bigg Boss: Indian rap royalty finds new home on reality TV

MC Stan, who grew up in a slum, now has millions of fans after winning reality show Bigg Boss.

Italy ex-PM Silvio Berlusconi acquitted in 'bunga-bunga' party case

The billionaire is acquitted of bribing witnesses to lie about his notorious "bunga-bunga" parties.

Syria earthquake baby Aya moved amid kidnap fears

Health officials reportedly take precautions to protect Aya from kidnapping and adoption fraud.

Libya shipwreck: At least 73 migrants presumed dead

Only seven people are known to have survived after a boat sank on its way to Europe.

Peru's Machu Picchu reopens as protests shift to capital

The popular Inca site was closed three weeks ago when anti-government protesters cut off access routes.

Chagos Islands: UK should pay reparations, says Human Rights Watch

A rights group criticises the UK after people were evicted from the British territory in the 1960s.

Russian journalist Maria Ponomarenko jailed for highlighting Mariupol killings

Maria Ponomarenko faces six years for detailing Russia's deadly attack on a theatre in Ukraine.

South African rapper AKA was assassinated - police

Police say the rapper was shot dead at close range in an apparent contract killing.

Republican Nikki Haley enters 2024 presidential race

The ex-UN ambassador is the first Republican to challenge Donald Trump for the presidency.

Israeli soldier jailed for assaulting Palestinian activist in Hebron

A US journalist filmed the soldier throwing Palestinian Issa Amro to the ground and kicking him.

South Africa: Tour bus crash kills 20 in Limpopo province

The tour bus collided with an armoured vehicle on a bridge and then fall into the river below.

Cyclone Gabrielle: Pictures show huge devastation across New Zealand

Cyclone Gabrielle leaves behind widespread flooding and devastating landslides in the North Island.

How has China reacted to the balloon saga?

From complaints to fevered speculation, responses from Chinese officials and netizens have shifted.

Equatorial Guinea vice-president's superyacht and homes seized in South Africa

A South African businessman sued Equatorial Guinea's vice-president for unlawful arrest and torture.

Turkey earthquake: Nurses rush to protect baby incubators as quake strikes

CCTV from inside a hospital in Gaziantep, Turkey shows the neonatal unit in the minutes after the deadly earthquake.

Viral TikTok boosts father's thriller book to bestseller

Lloyd Devereux Richards' crime thriller is a bestseller after 11 years of almost no sales.

Turkey earthquake: Young girl rescued after 178 hours under rubble

Video shows Miray being rescued from under a Turkish building a week after a huge earthquake.

Turkey: Huge cracks appear on highway after earthquake

Damage and destruction follows in the wake of last week's earthquake, which has left more than 33,000 dead.

More than 4,800 victims of sexual abuse uncovered in Portugal's Catholic Church

An independent commission today paid tribute to the victims who have come forward.

Israel judicial reform plans draw mass protests outside parliament

Critics say the government will have too much power, as a constitutional crisis divides the country.

Islamic State blamed for Syria attack killing 11

Militants shot at 75 people picking mushrooms in central Syria, away from where Monday's quake hit.

Nigeria election 2023: Nigeria military denies coup plot claim ahead of poll

An official of the ruling party claims that generals met a major opposition candidate.

Turkey quake rescue effort saves man's life after five days under rubble

Extraordinary footage shows Dr Malcolm Russell find the man, after 20 hours of digging.

Tiny creature unlocks life before the ice age

A cave in Canada has been declared a globally significant location to preserve a rare amphipod.

Ukraine war: Russian soldier death rate highest since first week of war

Ukrainian data shows 824 Russians dying per day, and the UK says the trends are "likely accurate".

Quake-hit Turkey issues 113 building arrest warrants

Before the quake, there were amnesties for contractors who swerved regulations.

Grieving a daughter's Covid death in Wuhan - while being surveilled

Yang Min has demanded "justice" for her daughter, who died of Covid in China three years ago.

US aircraft shoots down new airborne object over Canada

It comes after the US shot down an aerial object off the coast of Alaska on Friday.

Turkey earthquake rescue: How two sisters were saved from the rubble

The BBC witnesses the hours-long rescue of Merve and Irem from a collapsed apartment block in Turkey.

Thousands of pregnant Russian women fly to Argentina

The women are trying to ensure their children obtain Argentinian passports, officials say.

Alex Murdaugh: The US murder trial obsessing true crime tourists

A wealthy lawyer from a prominent South Carolina family is accused of killing his wife and son.

AKA shot dead: Top South African rapper killed with friend

Police say Kiernan Forbes and Tebello Motsoane were killed at close range in the city of Durban.

Sergei Furgal: Former Russian regional governor jailed in murder cases

Sergei Furgal - who beat the Kremlin's preferred candidate in his region - is sentenced to 22 years.

Ethiopia Orthodox Church split: Social media restricted

A fallout between the Orthodox Church and a splinter group of clerics is inflaming tensions.

Eskom crisis: What does South Africa’s state of disaster mean?

Will the state of disaster help the government deal with the unprecedented power-cuts?

Brazilian authorities carry out raids against illegal miners

Brazil's government has seized weapons, blocked roads and destroyed vehicles.

Jerusalem: Two people killed in car ramming attack

Several people were also injured when the car mounted the pavement at a bus stop, medics say.

China seeks 'bold' steps to lift birth rate

China's birth rate is at a record low, with officials identifying the cost of childcare as a major issue.

Brazilian authorities carry out raids against illegal miners

Brazil's government has seized weapons, blocked roads and destroyed vehicles.

Chile wildfires threaten animals

An emergency clinic was set up in Santa Juana to treat some of the animals.

Nicaraguan prisoners freed: 222 opposition figures deported to US

The prisoners, who are critics of the government, have left jail but were deported to the US.

Chinese balloon capable of gathering intelligence - US official

The airship carried equipment able to collect communications signals, a state department official said.

Turkey and Syria earthquake rescues offer hope

Over 15,000 people are known to have died after Monday's earthquakes, with that number expected to rise.

Turkey port blaze: Video shows aid plane gliding through smoke

Aerial footage shows thick, dark smoke billowing from a port in southern Turkey which reignited.

Succession talk arises after Kim Jong-Un's daughter makes appearance

Kim Jong-Un's daughter's latest appearance has sparked questions about her future in North Korea.

Two children dead after bus crashes into Quebec daycare centre

The 51-year-old bus driver has been arrested and charged with homicide, police say.

Tyre Nichols: Policeman took and shared photos of injured man

A new report details the brutality the 29-year-old suffered at the hands of five Memphis officers.

Turkey-Syria earthquake: Fire at Turkey port adds to quake disruption

Despite claims the fire had been extinguished, the BBC witnessed it still smouldering on Wednesday.

Notorious Russian nationalist Igor Mangushev shot dead in Ukraine

Igor Mangushev was shot in the head and his killing sparks speculation about who was to blame.

Mary Queen of Scots: Deposed ruler's secret prison letters found and decoded

The letters, written during her English captivity, were found during a trawl of French archives.

Turkey earthquake: 'This building is just a snapshot of the devastation'

The BBC's Anna Foster has spent two days travelling alone towards the earthquake epicentre.

Pervez Musharraf: Thousands attend funeral of ex-Pakistan military leader

Funeral prayers took place at a military compound in Karachi, but were not attended by army leaders.

Ukraine war: Russians seen reinforcing east ahead of offensive

Tens of thousands of Russians are being sent to eastern Ukraine, the Luhansk governor says.

Ecuador polls: Murdered candidate elected as mayor

Omar Menéndez was shot dead the evening before the election during a brutal attack on his headquarters.

Dramatic rescue saves Thai baby who fell down well

The 19-month-old child slipped between a 30cm (12in) wide gap and fell to the bottom of the well.

Turkey and Syria earthquake: ‘It was like a doomsday scenario'

Ismael had just left his son in hospital when the building started to collapse.

Disney removes Simpsons 'forced labour' episode in Hong Kong

Disney cuts the episode from its streaming platform amid concerns over the Chinese territory's laws.

Turkey and Syria earthquake: Aerial footage shows Syria aftermath

Drone footage shows the earthquake aftermath and the search and rescue operation in Idlib, Syria.

Syria-Turkey earthquake:Toddler rescued from collapsed building

A child is pulled from the rubble after a deadly earthquake shakes Syria and Turkey.

Bageshwar Dham Sarkar: The Indian guru making headlines over 'miracle' cures

Bageshwar Dham Sarkar's supporters claim he has divine powers, can heal the sick and read people's minds.

Grammys: Viola Davis joins exclusive winners' club

The star is only the 18th person to win each of an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award.

Pope and protestant leaders denounce anti-gay laws

Pope Francis said laws which criminalise homosexuality were a sin and "an injustice".

China balloon: US searches in Atlantic for wreckage

The US is trying recover debris from the suspected spy balloon that fell in shallow waters off South Carolina.

Weekend avalanches kill 10 in Austria and Switzerland

Officials in western Austria warned winter sports enthusiasts of dangerous conditions in the area.

Iran protests: Thousands of prisoners pardoned by ayatollah

Iranians involved in anti-government protests are among those set to be released.

Balloon saga deflates efforts to mend US-China relations

Concerns about the balloon have derailed a vital visit to China this week by the US's top diplomat.

China balloon: US going to take care of it, says Joe Biden

The US president faces pressure to shoot down a suspected Chinese spy balloon flying across the US.

Ohio train: Huge fire breaks out after derailment

Flames light the sky over a village near Pittsburgh after about 50 carriages reportedly derail.

Chris Parry and Andrew Bagshaw's bodies recovered in prisoner swap - Ukraine

Kyiv says Chris Parry and Andrew Bagshaw's remains were handed over as part of a prisoner swap.

Perth shark attack: Teenage girl dies in Swan River

The 16-year-old girl was thought to have been swimming in the Swan River, Western Australia Police say.

Chile wildfires: State of emergency declared in two regions

Several people are killed in Chile as wildfires sweep through 14,000 hectares.

UN envoy: Israel and Palestinian violence at critical point

"Firm" diplomatic intervention is needed to stem growing bloodshed, Tor Wennesland tells the BBC.

Ukraine war: On the front line with engineers working to fix stricken power grid

The BBC watches engineers and technicians as they race to repair damage across the country.

US halts Blinken China visit after spy balloon row

The US secretary of state's trip to China is postponed after a spy balloon is tracked across the US.

Alleged spy balloon over US is weather device - China

China says a suspected spy balloon is actually a wayward "civilian airship" used for weather monitoring.

Designer Paco Rabanne dies aged 88

Paco Rabanne, best known for his perfumes and fashion designs, dies aged 88

Ismail Mashal: Taliban arrests Afghan professor who backed girls' education

Prof Ismail Mashal is an outspoken critic of the Taliban's restrictions on women's education.

Willie Kimani: Kenya ex-policeman sentenced to death for lawyer's murder

Willie Kimani, his client and driver were abducted, tortured, killed and their bodies dumped in a river.

Historic deep freeze to hit US northeast as ice storm subsides in south

The weather service is warning of "once-in-a-generation" wind chills from Pennsylvania to Maine.

Italian fugitive Edgardo Greco tracked down as pizza maker after 16 years

Edgardo Greco was wanted for the grisly murder of two brothers in Italy in 1991.

Ukraine war: 80 years on, we are facing German tanks again - Putin

He was speaking in Volgograd - formerly Stalingrad - to mark a World War Two anniversary.

Mikheil Saakashvili: The former Georgian president's condition has sparked concern

Mikheil Saakashvili appeared in court via video link where world leaders were shocked by his appearance.

Bringing music to the masses... on a tram

Two French musicians brought a piano to entertain travellers in Nantes, France.

Pakistan mosque blast: Bomber used police uniform as disguise, official says

CCTV footage reveals the movements of the man who blew up a mosque on Monday.

Two MEPs lose immunity in Qatargate corruption case

Marc Tarabella and Andrea Cozzolino deny wrongdoing as a scandal rocks the European Parliament.

Ukraine billionaire Ihor Kolomoisky targeted in new anti-corruption swoop

Authorities launch a fresh wave of raids, including on leading tycoon Ihor Kolomoisky.

Pope in DR Congo: Dancing and huge crowds greet Pope Francis

The BBC's Aleem Maqbool joins worshippers on the streets as Pope Francis makes a long-awaited appearance.

Pope Francis in DR Congo: A million gather for Kinshasa mass

This is said to be the second largest mass Pope Francis has held, after one in the Philippines in 2014.

Myanmar coup anniversary: 'Silent strike' marks two years of military rule

Protesters urge the public to stay at home as the military is hit by new Western sanctions.