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Cartoonist freed after 15 years in prison without charge in Eritrea

March 12, 2026 - 22:57
Biniam Solomon was known for his witty and critical cartoons before the free press was closed.
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Jo Malone sued for using her own name in collaboration with Zara

March 12, 2026 - 21:57
The perfumier sold the rights to her name in 1999 but has previously said she regretted the move.
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'What if we're left with ruins?': Doubts creep in for Iranians who supported war

March 12, 2026 - 21:49
Teachers, engineers and shopkeepers tell the BBC they fear Iran falling into chaos.
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Questions mount for Hegseth over possible US involvement in strike on Iranian school

March 12, 2026 - 21:22
Democrats have written to ask the defence secretary whether the US was responsible, but he says the issue is being investigated.
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How Iran war laid bare the world's reliance on Gulf oil and gas

March 12, 2026 - 21:04
Countries around the world are feeling the impact of the conflict and the resulting energy price shock.
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Nineteen jailed over deadly Moscow concert attack

March 12, 2026 - 21:00
Gunmen opened fire at Crocus City Concert hall near Moscow in 2024, killing 145 and injuring more than 500.
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Nasa spacecraft weighing 1,300lb re-enters Earth's atmosphere

March 12, 2026 - 20:23
Much of the Van Allen Probe was expected to burn up in the atmosphere, though Nasa said there was a "low" risk of people being struck by surviving components.
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Senegal approves tougher anti-gay law as rights groups raise concerns

March 12, 2026 - 19:52
"Violence and fear" will spike and "equality and non-discrimination" will be trampled on, warn critics.
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Death toll from Ethiopia floods and landslides rises to more than 60

March 12, 2026 - 19:33
Forecasters say storms are becoming more intense in the region, partly due to global warming.
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Hozier, Jessie Buckley and Bruce Springsteen record Shane MacGowan tribute album

March 12, 2026 - 19:32
The album will also feature Primal Scream, David Gray, Jessie Buckley, Johnny Depp and Kate Moss.
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'Fingers on the trigger': Deadly warnings for Iranians being urged to take action

March 12, 2026 - 19:07
Iran's police chief has warned that his forces would treat anyone taking to the streets "at the enemy's request" as an enemy.
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War in Ukraine spills into Hungarian election campaign

March 12, 2026 - 18:03
Hungary is going to the polls soon and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has one public enemy in his sights - Ukraine's president.
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Chinese national arrested over attempt to smuggle 2,000 queen ants from Kenya

March 12, 2026 - 17:43
The suspect had packed some ants in test tubes while others were concealed in tissue paper rolls, prosecutor says.
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China approves 'ethnic unity' law requiring minorities to learn Mandarin

March 12, 2026 - 17:41
The law states that children should be taught Mandarin before kindergarten, until the end of high school.
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What did we learn from China's biggest political meeting?

March 12, 2026 - 17:10
BBC correspondents give us their biggest takeaways from China's National People's Congress.
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The Pussycat Dolls confirm reunion: 'We're celebrating where we're at as women'

March 12, 2026 - 17:03
Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt announce a new single and world tour.
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Draper fights to 'mind-blowing' win over Djokovic

March 12, 2026 - 16:41
Jack Draper produces a superb fightback to beat Novak Djokovic and reach the Indian Wells fourth round - a result he believes could be "a real big moment" in his season.
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Video shows moment point-blank gunshot misses Indian politician

March 12, 2026 - 15:31
Senior Kashmir leader Farooq Abdullah escaped unhurt after the incident and the suspect is in custody.
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'I imagine they had a healthy sex life early on' - Jones and Grant in Austen-inspired drama

March 12, 2026 - 15:10
Ruth Jones and Richard E Grant star in new BBC drama The Other Bennet Sister
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War in Ukraine spills into Hungarian election campaign

March 12, 2026 - 15:00
Hungary is going to the polls soon and Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has one public enemy in his sights - Ukraine's president.
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