Elmo responds to outpouring of angst on social media

When the Sesame Street puppet asked how people were, thousands of social media users offloaded on him.

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Boris Nadezhdin: Putin challenger submits bid to run for Russian president

The former councillor has been openly critical of the Kremlin and of Russia's war in Ukraine.

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Kenyan President Ruto says Haiti mission to go ahead soon despite court ruling

President Ruto says it will start "as soon as next week" despite courts declaring it unconstitutional.

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What’s the Matter With Europe?

By Paul Krugman from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/49f2f9B

Disguised Israelis raid West Bank hospital, killing three militants

Dressed as medics and civilians, the Israeli forces shot three militants in the West Bank hospital.

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Joinville: Acid spill covers Brazil river in thick white foam

A state of emergency is declared after a truck crash releases sulfonic acid into the Rio Seco.

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Los Alerces: Wildfire rages through national park in Argentina

An official said arson was to blame for the blaze at the park which is a Unesco World Heritage site.

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Camels and zebras rescued from burning US trailer

Video shows circus animals being led to safety after their trailer caught fire in Indiana.

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Expats: Nicole Kidman show about Hong Kong not shown in city

It's a show about the life of foreigners in Hong Kong - but has aired everywhere except the city itself.

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Sinner wins Australian Open after epic fightback

Jannik Sinner lands the Grand Slam title he has long promised with an extraordinary fightback to beat Daniil Medvedev in the Australian Open final.

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Aeromexico passenger opens plane door and walks on wing

Passengers say they had been kept on the tarmac for four hours without air conditioning or water.

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Watch: Soup thrown at Mona Lisa painting

Protesters have thrown soup at the glass-protected Mona Lisa painting in Paris.

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Germany: Scholz warns against rise of neo-Nazi networks

To mark Holocaust Memorial Day, the German chancellor voices concern about "neo-Nazis and their dark networks".

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Kenya femicide: Hundreds protest at violence against women

Gruesome killings and rising violence prompt hundreds to join protests in cities across the country.

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The Best Bowl of Beans I’ve Ever Had

By Eric Kim from NYT Magazine https://nyti.ms/4b97pWq

Huge diplomacy over Gaza war - but little hope for those suffering

There's a chasm between what Gaza needs and what it's receiving, writes Quentin Sommerville.

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Women take the lead in India’s Republic Day parade

Every year, the country celebrates the day its constitution came into effect with a grand spectacle.

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Moment twins taken and sold at birth reunite with mum

Amy and Ano are among thousands in Georgia who were stolen from hospitals and trafficked.

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Thailand: Lion filmed riding in open-top Bentley

Police in Thailand have arrested a woman following the incident in Pattaya.

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Ghana coup plot: Soldiers among six sentenced to death by hanging

The six have been sentenced to death by hanging for their involvement in a 2021 coup plot.

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The Meaning of Gaza’s Tunnels

By Bret Stephens from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/3ObPGnB

Mongolia: Six dead after liquified natural gas tanker crashes

Hundreds of firefighters battled the massive blaze following a car crash in Mongolia's capital.

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World's first IVF rhino pregnancy 'could save species'

A fertility breakthrough offers hope for saving the northern white rhino from extinction.

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Russian jet crashes carrying Ukrainian PoWs - Moscow

A Russian transport plane with 65 Ukrainians onboard crashes in a region bordering Ukraine, says Russia.

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Zambia mine: Chinese nationals among miners trapped in flooded shaft

Five Zambians and two Chinese nationals are trapped in a copper mine after it flooded.

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Judge Unseals Records in Divorce Case That Has Entangled Trump Prosecutors

By Danny Hakim and Richard Fausset from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4b69BOA

Dramatic footage shows moment car smashes into café window in Italy

Customers were enjoying their breakfast when the vehicle ploughed into the local coffee shop.

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A Woman Who Shows Age Is No Barrier to Talk Show Stardom

By Motoko Rich from NYT World https://nyti.ms/3UavLsX

Japan hopes sunlight can save stricken Slim Moon lander

The Slim spacecraft was switched off after failing to generate power - but the Sun may now revive it.

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Ron DeSantis: Watch the rise and fall of self-proclaimed no drama candidate

The Florida governor drops out of the race for the White House - watch his ups and downs here.

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Bwari kidnapping: Nigeria police secure release of sisters taken from Abuja

The girls were kidnapped from their home in Abuja, along with another sister who was later killed.

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Nikki Haley Has Written Three Books. Here Are Five Takeaways.

By Jazmine Ulloa from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3uaYQtz

Fifa boss calls for tougher action on racism

Fifa president Gianni Infantino calls for an automatic forfeit of games for teams whose fans commit racist abuse.

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Russia: Explosion causes large fire at gas terminal

Video of the explosion near St Petersburg was shared by regional governor, Aleksander Drozdenko.

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Flashback: Your Weekly History Quiz, January 20, 2024

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Letting Trump Off the Hook Would Change the Shape of History

By Jamelle Bouie from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/4b7oQqG

Australian Open 2024: Iga Swiatek stunned by Linda Noskova in third round

World number one Iga Swiatek is stunned by Czech 19-year-old Linda Noskova in the Australian Open third round.

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Explosions hit Syrian capital - local media

There were also 'plumes of smoke' seen across the city, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said.

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Australian Open 2024 results: Mirra Andreeva stages comeback win, Aryna Sabalenka & Coco Gauff progress

Teenager Mirra Andreeva saves a match point as she completes a stunning third-set comeback to reach the Australian Open fourth round.

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Comoros cuts internet after violent election protests

Opposition supporters are angry at the re-election of President Assoumani, describing it as fraud.

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Australian Open 2024 results: Emma Raducanu loses to Wang Yafan

Emma Raducanu sees her first Grand Slam appearance since wrist and ankle surgeries ended by Wang Yafan in the Australian Open second round.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger detained over EU tax for luxury watch

The probe for alleged tax evasion came as the actor arrived in Munich on his way to an auction.

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Long Island Midwife Gave Pellets Instead of Vaccines to 1,500 Children

By Joseph Goldstein from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/3vGaA7S

Dua Lipa: Fans don't want pop stars to be smart

The singer says musicians are treated with suspicion if they discuss politics or literature.

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Flight returns to Japan after ‘drunk’ man bites crew member

The man, reportedly a 55-year-old American, said he did not remember what happened.

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Poland's journalists caught up in battle for airwaves

Public TV and radio are entangled in a political battle as Poland shifts away from the right.

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Sachin Tendulkar: Indian cricket legend flags 'disturbing' deepfake video

The fake video appears to show Sachin Tendulkar promoting an online gaming app.

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What Dentists Wish You Knew

By Jancee Dunn from NYT Well https://nyti.ms/3k96fol

Iowa caucuses: DeSantis edges out Haley for distant second behind Trump

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is projected to win a distant second place, with Nikki Haley in third.

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British brothers raided Swiss museum 'to clear a debt'

Stewart and Louis Ahearne admitted being part of a gang which raided a museum in Geneva.

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Five Republican storylines to watch for at Iowa caucuses

A possible knockout punch, a fight for second place and one candidate's last stand - Anthony Zurcher has the lowdown.

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Ukraine says it shot down Russian A-50 spy plane

Army chief Gen Valerii Zaluzhnyi said the air force had "destroyed" an A-50 radar detection aircraft.

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Sagiv Jehezkel: Israel footballer in Turkey facing sack for hostage plea

Sagiv Jehezkel held up a bandaged hand that read "100 days. 7/10", a reference to Hamas's 7 October attacks.

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Mine landslide kills 21 people in Tanzania

Defence agencies are working to remove more bodies from the rubble, Tanzania's president says.

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Taiwan election: China says US 'gravely wrong' to congratulate new leader

Beijing accuses the US of violating its commitment to maintain only unofficial ties with Taiwan.

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Namibia criticises German support for Israel over ICJ genocide case

Germany officially acknowledged committing genocide during its colonial occupation of Namibia in 2021.

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Two SEAL Team Members Missing After Incident Off Somalia Coast

By Julian E. Barnes and Eric Schmitt from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/4aPMZBT

U.S. Strikes Against Houthis in Yemen for Second Day, as Conflict Escalates

By Vivian Nereim, Helene Cooper and Thomas Fuller from NYT World https://nyti.ms/3Hjhfrd

Yemen strikes: What we've verified and know so far

BBC Verify examines video of US and UK strikes on Houthi targets and explains the situation so far.

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‘Sopranos’ Cast Reunites in Little Italy for 25th Anniversary

By Alex Vadukul and Katie Van Syckle from NYT Style https://nyti.ms/3HiqwzM

Israel says South Africa distorting the truth in ICJ genocide case

Its lawyer rebuffs South Africa's accusations while defending actions in Gaza at the UN's top court.

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Cape Verde reaches malaria-free milestone

The island state becomes the first sub-Saharan country to get rid of the deadly disease in 50 years.

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Afcon 2023: Gambia squad 'could have died' on aborted flight to Ivory Coast

The Gambia squad flying to the Africa Cup of Nations "could have died" from carbon monoxide poisoning, coach Tom Saintfiet says.

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The Scariest Part About the Boeing 737 Max 9 Blowout

By Peter Coy from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/41Sehn4

Nigerian army arrests soldiers after viral torture video

The two soldiers were filmed repeatedly whipping and kicking a civilian as he pleaded for mercy.

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Serbian rescue for livestock trapped on island in Danube

One local farmer says some animals have already died after freezing temperatures set in this week.

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Lauren Boebert's ex-husband arrested after Colorado restaurant row

Jayson Boebert had accused his ex-wife of assaulting him in a restaurant but said he would not press charges.

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Adan Canto: X-Men and Designated Survivor star dies of cancer at 42

Kiefer Sutherland and Halle Berry lead tributes to the "wonderful spirit" of the Mexican star.

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Cuba to increase price of fuel by more than 500%

The island is experiencing a crippling economic crisis which has already driven thousands to emigrate.

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Israeli border residents demand action as Hezbollah clashes escalate

As fighting spirals, Israelis living near Lebanon worry about a full-scale attack by Hezbollah.

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Macron picks Attal, 34, as France's youngest PM

Gabriel Attal is named France's next prime minister, as Emmanuel Macron aims to revive his presidency.

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Ethiopia-Somaliland deal makes waves in Horn of Africa

The agreement for Somaliland to lease some coastline to Ethiopia has triggered a storm of controversy.

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Apple pays out over claims it deliberately slowed down iPhones

The tech giant is compensating US customers and faces similar allegations in the UK.

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Ousman Sonko: Gambian ex-minister to go on trial in Switzerland for murder

Ousman Sonko is accused of crimes against humanity for abuses under former President Yahya Jammeh.

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Things Have Gotten Pretty Weird With New York’s Mayor

By Mara Gay and David Firestone from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/48B4mEy

Bilkis Bano: India Supreme Court cancels release of 2002 riots rapists

The early release of 11 men who raped Bilkis Bano and murdered her family caused global outrage.

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Israel-Palestinian bitterness deepened by Hamas attack and war

Both Israelis and Palestinians believe the world does not understand their pain and suffering.

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Watch: Can you guess these impressions?

At the end of Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, comedian Jon Culshaw shares impressions of two politicians.

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F.A.A. Orders Airlines to Ground Some Boeing 737 Max 9 Jets After Midair Emergency

By Mark Walker and Niraj Chokshi from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/3H7rLlp

What the Supreme Court Should Not Do in Trump’s Disqualification Case

By Gerard N. Magliocca from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/3OfZFbF

Mario Zagallo: Brazil's four-time World Cup winner dies aged 92

Brazilian football legend Mario Zagallo, who won four World Cups as either a player or coach, dies aged 92.

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Joseph Lelyveld, Former Top Editor of The New York Times, Dies at 86

By Robert D. McFadden from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/3RMjgkn

Listen: Alaska flight's distress call to air traffic control

Radio communications between the Boeing plane and airport staff are obtained after the aircraft's loses part of its fuselage.

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Japan earthquake: Video shows buildings swept away by landslide in Wajima

Residents are seen running as the landslide crashes down in footage from New Year's Day.

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Tetris: Watch moment US teenager becomes 'first to beat game'

Willis Gibson, 13, falls back in his chair in shock as he apparently becomes the first to beat the game.

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Mexico police free migrants kidnapped off coach

The migrants had been kidnapped by armed men who boarded their bus bound for to the US-Mexico border.

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Queen Margrethe II of Denmark embarks on final ride in gold carriage before abdication

Queen Margrethe II will formally step down next Sunday, after announcing her abdication last month.

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Twin blasts near Iran general Qasem Soleimani's tomb kill 50 - state media

Two explosions hit a ceremony marking the fourth anniversary of Qasem Soleimani's assassination.

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In pictures: Nordic states gripped by winter freeze

Sweden and Finland record their coldest temperatures of the winter, as Denmark is hit by a snowstorm.

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Watch: Buildings still smouldering in quake-hit Majima

The BBC's Jean Mackenzie made it to one of the worst affected towns after a powerful earthquake rocked Japan.

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Mickey Mouse horror film unveiled as copyright ends

The trailer for the slasher movie was released as the cartoon character entered the public domain.

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Caregivers Helped Us Be a Family. Everyone Should Have That Option.

By Rachael Scarborough King from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/41Lgjp6

Watch: First pictures of plane on fire on Tokyo runway

The Japan Airlines plane was in flames as it landed on a runway at Haneda airport.

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Moment quake hits Japan coastal town

Footage from Japanese broadcaster NHK shows a powerful earthquake shake Suzu, Ishikawa prefecture.

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