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General BBC World • 6 months ago

In pictures: New Year welcomed around the world

From spectacular firework displays to chilly sea dips, nations celebrate the start of 2026.

General BBC World • 6 months ago

Zelensky says peace deal is 90% ready in New Year address

Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year speech to tell troops that he "believed in you and our victory" in Ukraine.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

Zelensky says peace deal is 90% ready in New Year address

Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year speech to tell troops that he "believed in you and our victory" in Ukraine.

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Technology TechCrunch • 6 months ago

‘College dropout’ has become the most coveted startup founder credential

AI founders are increasingly using their "dropout" status as a credential during YC pitches.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

Disney worker hurt stopping 180-kg fake boulder from hitting audience

The worker is "recovering" after he was seen on video being knocked off his feet by the 400-lb (180kg) rubber Indiana Jones prop.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

Disney worker hurt stopping 180-kg fake boulder from hitting audience

The worker is "recovering" after he was seen on video being knocked off his feet by the 400-lb (180kg) rubber Indiana Jones prop.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

Teen who died after falling 150 metres from California's Mt Baldy identified

Marcus Alexander Muench Casanova, 19, who fatally fell 500 feet (150m) from a trail, was an "avid sailor and outdoorsman", his family says.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

Anthony Joshua discharged from hospital after Nigeria car crash

Two of the former world champion's closest friends were killed in the accident on Monday.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

What are Russians hoping for in 2026, asks Steve Rosenberg

The BBC's Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

What are Russians hoping for in 2026, asks Steve Rosenberg

The BBC's Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.

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News Sky World • 6 months ago

Anthony Joshua pays respects to friends killed in road crash

Anthony Joshua has been discharged from hospital days after a car crash in Nigeria that killed two of his close friends.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

Condom tax and cheaper childcare: China's plan to boost birth rates

Chinese people pay a 13% sales tax on contraceptives from 1 January, while childcare services are exempt.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

Condom tax and cheaper childcare: China's plan to boost birth rates

Chinese people pay a 13% sales tax on contraceptives from 1 January, while childcare services are exempt.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

EU's top diplomat rejects Russian claims of Ukrainian attack on government sites

It comes as Russia releases video which it claims shows a downed Ukrainian drone launched at one of Putin's residences.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

Bulgaria joins the euro after rocky path to new currency

The move is dividing the nation - some welcome it as a bold leap forwards, but others fear it will lead to economic stagnation.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

Bulgaria joins the euro after rocky path to new currency

The move is dividing the nation - some welcome it as a bold leap forwards, but others fear it will lead to economic stagnation.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

Fireworks, drums and light shows: How the world is welcoming 2026

Countries around the world celebrated the new year with colourful shows and long-held traditions.

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

Israel to bar 37 aid groups as UK and EU warn of severe impact in Gaza

Israel's move is criticised by 10 countries, which say the new registration rules for international NGOs are "restrictive" and "unacceptable".

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

Israel to bar 37 aid groups as UK and EU warn of severe impact in Gaza

Israel's move is criticised by 10 countries, which say the new registration rules for international NGOs are "restrictive" and "unacceptable".

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General BBC World • 6 months ago

Finnish police seize ship suspected of sabotaging undersea cable

Police arrested 14 crew members on the ship sailing from St Petersburg, Russia, to the Israeli port of Haifa.

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