Threats, insults, and Kremlin 'robots': How Russian diplomacy died under Putin

Russian diplomacy is no longer about co-operation but "putting Westerners in their place", say ex-Kremlin insiders.
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Hollywood actors union eyes video game strike

If authorised, it would mean SAG members would be striking against TV, film and video game firms.
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When a child is shot, doctors must heal more than just bullet holes

The number of youth who have been shot is on the rise in the US, especially after the pandemic.
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Gabon coup leaders name General Brice Oligui Nguema as new leader

Brice Oligui Nguema is named transitional leader after the overthrow of President Ali Bongo.
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US Open 2023 results: Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev through in New York

Carlos Alcaraz has a short start to the defence of his US Open men's title after German opponent Dominik Koepfer retires injured.
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Chevron: Workers at major Australia gas facilities to strike

The Chevron plants produce more than 5% of the world's liquefied natural gas.
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US Open 2023 results: Coco Gauff & Iga Swiatek win, Maria Sakkari out

American hope Coco Gauff fights back to beat German qualifier Laura Siegemund in the US Open first round.
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How robotaxis are dividing San Francisco

The city has become the crucible of an experiment - are robotaxis ready for the streets?
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Jacksonville shooting: Racist gunman kills three black people in Florida store

Two men and a woman were killed by a gunman who then shot himself, in a "hate-filled" attack, officials say.
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New Zealand 7-35 South Africa: Springboks inflict record defeat on All Blacks as Scott Barrett sent off

South Africa score five tries at Twickenham to record the biggest defeat on the All Blacks, as second row Scott Barrett is sent off.
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Americans react to Donald Trump's mugshot

Though the Georgia election case is the fourth criminal case against him, this is his first mugshot.
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Trump's surrender at Georgia jail explained...in 90 seconds

When the former president turns himself in on Thursday it will be unlike any of his previous cases.
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Three reasons why Trump's arrest in Georgia may be different

When he turns himself in at Fulton County Jail, the process won't be the same as his last three arrests.
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Katty Kay: Why bad news is good news for Trump - for now

It's not politics as usual for Biden and Trump going into the 2024 US presidential election.
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Donald Trump confirms he will skip Republican presidential debates

The US ex-president says he is far ahead of his rivals in the 2024 White House race and the public knows him.
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Former UK PM Gladstone's family to apologise over slavery links

Family of 19th Century prime minister will visit the Caribbean to apologise for role in slave trade.
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How England became so good at women’s football

More than 50 years after a ban on women's football was lifted, England are in to the World Cup final - but how did we get here?
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Hurricane Hilary heads for Mexico and California

Hilary is expected to become a tropical storm - the first in 80 years to make landfall in California.
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Canada wildfires: The past 2 days in 75 seconds

As Canada's northern and western provinces battle historic wildfires, thousands have been displaced.
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Emmerson Mnangagwa - Zimbabwe’s ‘crocodile’ who wants another bite

What drives Robert Mugabe's ouster, Emmerson Mnangagwa, as he seeks a second term in office?
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Week in pictures: 12-18 August 2023

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.
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Father Ted writer holds gig dogged by trans row

Graham Linehan's Edinburgh show was cancelled over concerns about his views on transgender issues.
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Death masks recreate face of Bonnie Prince Charlie

The image shows what the Scottish prince could have looked like during the Jacobite Rising.
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Drone attack hits building in central Moscow

Russian officials say air defences shot down the drone and its debris landed on the city's Expo Center.
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Hawaii wildfires: Maui emergency chief quits after sirens criticism

Hawaii residents tell the BBC a stronger emergency response could have saved lives in the blaze.
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Evergrande: China property giant files for US bankruptcy protection

The move comes as fears grow over problems in the world's second largest economy.
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North Korea: Taekwondo athletes believed headed to Kazakhstan

It will mark the first overseas appearance of North Korean athletes since the pandemic.
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Saudi crown prince invited to visit UK, government source says

The visit, which not yet confirmed, would be the first since the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
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'Thanks for the worst press conference I've ever had'

Australia head coach Eddie Jones tells journalists to "give yourselves uppercuts" after his World Cup squad is questioned before their departure for France.
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Britney Spears and husband Sam Asghari split, US media say

The couple married in June 2022 soon after the termination of the pop star's conservatorship.
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Cincinnati Open: Novak Djokovic eases through on USA singles return

Novak Djokovic eases to victory in his first singles match in two years in the United States at the Cincinnati Open.
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Why Ethiopia's Amhara militiamen are battling the army

Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed is at the centre of a new conflict after falling out with powerful allies.
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Disney's Snow White: Has the fairy tale already gone sour?

The forthcoming remake of the 1937 animation is facing a backlash for its new interpretation.
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Ecuador: Thousands of soldiers move gang leader Fito

Jose Adolfo Macias. or "Fito", is accused of threatening a murdered Ecuadorian presidential candidate.
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Nelson Chamisa: The comeback preacher who wants to be Zimbabwe president

Who is the 45-year-old who fell from grace in 2020 but is once more vying to be president?
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Ukraine war: Sex lives in focus for Ukraine's injured veterans

The charity ReSex is providing guidance for wounded soldiers looking for help with their sex lives.
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China property giant Country Garden warns of up to $7.6bn loss

The announcement is the latest indicator of major issues faced by the world's second largest economy.
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Hawaii wildfires burn historic town of Lahaina to the ground

Six people are dead and thousands are displaced as fires rage on Maui and the Big Island.
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WeWork: Shares slide as it raises 'substantial doubt' over future

Shares of the once globally hyped company fall by close to 24% in extended trading in New York.
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Tory Lanez: Sentencing for shooting of Megan Thee Stallion delayed

Canadian rapper Tory Lanez injured her during an argument after a pool party in 2020.
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HSBC executive sorry for saying UK 'weak' over China

The bank's head of public affairs criticised the British government for complying with US demands.
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Disgraced Lostprophets frontman stabbed in jail - reports

The disgraced musician was reportedly stabbed at HMP Wakefield, where he is serving a 29-year sentence.
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Keira Walsh: England's Lionesses get Women's World Cup boost as midfielder returns to training

England midfielder Keira Walsh returns to team training following a knee injury in a boost to the Lionesses' Women's World Cup hopes.
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Starbucks Vietnam: Why the US chain cannot crack a coffee-loving nation

The verdict is clear: Vietnamese people love coffee, but they don’t really seem to like Starbucks.
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Joshua Sills: Philadelphia Eagles player acquitted of rape and kidnapping

Joshua Sills, 25, an offensive guard for the NFL franchise, is found not guilty by a jury in Ohio.
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Niger: President Mohamed Bazoum calls on US for help after coup

Mohamed Bazoum warns that the region could fall to Russian influence via the Wagner group.
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Australian museum to return stolen Cambodian artefacts

The bronze sculptures will be given back to Cambodia amid a global push return looted goods.
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Lizzo accused of sexual harassment and weight-shaming

Three former dancers allege the singer contributed to creating a hostile work environment.
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Lori Vallow: Cult mum who killed children sentenced to life in prison

Lori Vallow tells the court the victims' spirits visit her to tell her she "didn't do anything wrong".
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Sudan conflict: Women tell BBC horror stories of rape

Women give the BBC harrowing accounts of rape by fighters, as conflict rages in the country.
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