SportFoxconn: iPhone maker offers payments for finding new workers

Apple has warned shipments of the iPhone 14 would be delayed due to Covid-19 restrictions.

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SportDanny Masterson: Jury fails to reach a verdict in rape case against That 70s Show actor

A jury fails to reach a verdict in a case against Danny Masterson, accused of raping three women.

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SportIdaho stabbings: Families deliver tributes for the four victims at vigil

The town of Moscow remains on edge two weeks after the murders, with the killer still at-large.

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SportThe magical history of the National Christmas Tree Lighting

Lights up! A look at century-old White House National Christmas Tree Lighting tradition.

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SportOath Keepers: What is the difference between seditious conspiracy and treason?

Seditious conspiracy and treason are two laws rarely used, and the bar for latter is much higher.

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SportMeghan faced very real threats - London police chief

The Duchess of Sussex faced disgusting threats while a serving royal, an outgoing Met Police boss says.

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SportKanye West to pay Kim Kardashian $200,000 per month in child support as divorce settled

The rapper will pay $200,000 a month, while both parents will have custody of the children.

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SportWorld Cup: Some football fans are in trouble with Fifa

Croatia is being investigated by Fifa after fans targeted Canada's goalie for family ties to Serbia.

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SportRespect for Marriage Act: Senate passes same-sex marriage bill

The bill now goes back to the Democrat-led House before President Biden signs it into law.

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SportOath Keepers: Two members of far-right militia guilty of US sedition

Founder Stewart Rhodes and one other member, Kelly Meggs, were both found guilty on the rare charge.

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SportCanadian scientists find new elements in meteorite

Elaliite and elkinstantonite are the new names but the Saar people in Somalia call it Nightfall.

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SportHawaii's Mauna Loa volcano lava seen from space

For the first time in 40 years, Mauna Loa volcano has erupted, startling some Hawaiian residents.

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SportRandy Cox: Officers charged after black man paralysed in van

Body camera footage shows some officers mocking Randy Cox and accusing him of faking his injuries.

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SportGiving Tuesday: How day for 'radical generosity' went global

An idea for "radical generosity" that started in New York a decade ago has spread around the world.

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SportTrudeau pledges support for First Nation rocked by stabbings

The prime minister announces C$62.5m for the First Nations community rocked by an attack that left 11 dead.

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SportMinnesota: 200 anglers rescued from broken ice chunk

The ice broke on Upper Red Lake, a popular fishing destination in the state of Minnesota.

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SportTeen charged with murder after Instagram video chat - police

Police say the 16-year-old video chatted with an acquaintance and asked for help disposing of a body.

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SportTimed Teaser: Why did thousands of people get naked?

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SportBob Dylan apologises for machine-printed 'signatures'

The star charged $600 for "hand-signed" editions of his latest book, but all was not as it seemed.

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SportColorado attack hero: 'Bullies aren't invincible'

A navy officer who helped subdue a shooter at a gay club says he "wanted to save the family he found".

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SportNew York: Man rescued seconds before incoming train

It was reported the man had accidentally fallen onto the tracks in Harlem, New York.

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SportJeff Bezos: Does US-style philanthropy exist in UK?

The Amazon boss joins a long line of Americans giving away their riches. Is it different in the UK?

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SportWorld Cup 2022: Croatia 4-1 Canada - Andrej Kramaric scores twice to send Canada out

Alphonso Davies scores Canada's first ever World Cup goal, but it is not enough to stop them being knocked out following a defeat by Croatia.

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SportWorld Cup 2022: Iran complain to Fifa over flag change on social media by US

Iran's football federation complains to Fifa after the United States removed the emblem of the Islamic Republic from the country's flag in social media posts.

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SportDaughter cannot watch execution of Kevin Johnson, judge rules

Kevin Johnson faces execution in Missouri on Tuesday for the killing of a police officer.

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SportIrene Cara: Fame singer and actress dies aged 63

The American singer and actress won an Oscar for Best Original Song in 1984.

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SportCruise passenger rescued after 15 hours in the sea

Rescuers say it was a miracle he was saved after disappearing from a ship in the Gulf of Mexico.

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SportUS bans sale of Huawei, ZTE tech amid security fears

The restrictions on five Chinese companies are the first to be put in place on security grounds.

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SportUS Walmart shooting: Weapon purchased morning of attack

Officials released new details of the attack, which killed six, including a note from the gunman's phone.

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SportEmergencies Act: Trudeau defends use to end 'Freedom Convoy' protests

The emergency powers were used to help bring an end to Canada's "Freedom Convoy" last winter.

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SportKanye West announces 2024 presidential bid

The rapper confirms he intends to run for office, while fighting several scandals over his behaviour.

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SportKris Wu: Chinese-Canadian singer jailed to 13 years for sex crimes

Singer Kris Wu is convicted of sex crimes and given a 13-year prison term by a Beijing court.

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SportMercedes-Benz to introduce acceleration subscription fee

Owners of some Mercedes electric cars in the US can soon pay a $1,200 annual fee to speed up faster.

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SportWhy Donald Trump isn't returning to Twitter (for now)

How the former US president might lose money if he starts tweeting.

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SportJeffrey Epstein victims sue several major banks

Two women have claimed JP Morgan and Deutsche Bank "facilitated" the late sex offender's crimes.

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SportKanye West: Adidas investigates after claims of 'toxic' behaviour

Rolling Stone has reported that staff have complained about West's "problematic behaviour".

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SportNew York Adult Survivors Act allows lawsuits for decades-old abuse claims

A flood of lawsuits is expected as the state opens the window to sue in decades-old sex abuse claims.

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SportRalph Macchio: The Karate Kid on success in his 60s

The Karate Kid star on the difficulties of looking younger than he is, and the legacy of the films.

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SportSarah Palin defeated by Mary Peltola in Alaska comeback bid

The Republican suffers her second loss in three months to Mary Peltola, the first Alaskan Native elected to Congress.

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SportEmergencies Act: How infighting prolonged Canada 'Freedom Convoy'

Bickering among the protesters but also between government officials is laid bare in an inquiry.

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SportBelgium 1-0 Canada: Michy Batshuayi scores after Alphonso Davies misses penalty

Belgium labour to victory in their opening World Cup game as they are pushed all the way by an outstanding effort from Canada.

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SportThey died suddenly - then the anti-vax trolling started

A new "documentary" falsely blames Covid vaccines for deaths of young people.

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SportRSV and flu: Doctors urge Thanksgiving caution as viruses rise

RSV and flu are circulating in the US - here's how to stay safe over the holiday season.

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SportUS shooting: Man kills up to 10 in Virginia Walmart store

A man believed to be the store manager opened fire then turned the gun on himself.

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SportSuspect held after Chinese nationals killed at US cannabis farm

A suspect is arrested in Florida over the deaths of three men and a woman in Oklahoma on Sunday.

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SportBiden extends student loan repayments freeze amid lawsuits

Repayments are put on hold for an eighth time as Republicans challenge the plan to forgive some debt.

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SportTrump taxes: Supreme Court clears Democrats to see returns

Congressional Democrats have been chasing access to Mr Trump's financial records for three years.

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SportTwins born from embryos frozen 30 years ago

It is believed to be a new record for the longest-frozen embryos ever to result in a successful live birth.

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SportChelsea Manning: I would have done the same as Assange

Former US intelligence analyst says she would have published classified documents, if Wikileaks had not.

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SportDisney: Bob Iger begins major shake-up after returning to firm

In a message seen by the BBC, Mr Iger said a close ally to his predecessor would be leaving the firm.

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SportOath Keepers trial: US Capitol riot case goes to jury

Five militia supporters face lengthy jail sentences if convicted of the seditious conspiracy charges.

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SportShe Said stars praise women who spoke out against Harvey Weinstein

The movie tells the story of the investigation that led to the downfall of one of Hollywood's most powerful figures.

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Sport'No fowl play' as Biden pardons Thanksgiving turkeys

As part of a Thanksgiving tradition, President Biden spares two turkeys, named Chocolate and Chip.

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SportTimed Teaser: Which actor kicked off the World Cup?

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SportDisney: Bob Iger in shock return to media giant

Bob Iger, who led the firm for 15 years, said in January it was "ridiculous" to suggest he may return.

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SportClub Q Colorado shooting: Patron used shooter's gun to subdue him - mayor

The quick thinking of patrons prevented a deadly shooting in Colorado from being even worse, officials say.

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SportUS presidential election 2024: Democrats who might challenge Biden

An aging president with poor approval is vulnerable to a primary challenge from inside his own party

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SportFTX crypto exchange owes biggest creditors $3.1bn

FTX owes about $1.45bn to its top 10 creditors, according to its US bankruptcy court filings.

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SportClub Q Colorado shooting: Five dead after attack at nightclub

The Club Q nightclub in Colorado Springs thanked customers who subdued the gunman on Saturday.

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SportMusk reinstates Trump's Twitter account

The ban against the ex-US president is lifted, but Trump says he sees no reason to return.

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SportSafe haven laws and the surrendered infants in US

Michelle told no-one she was pregnant. So when she gave birth by the roadside, she did something she came to regret.

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SportUniversity of Idaho students stabbed to death in their beds

Mystery shrouds the killing of three young women and a young man in their rental home on 13 November.

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SportNaomi Biden: Biden's granddaughter to marry at the White House

Joe Biden's granddaughter Naomi will get married there this weekend. Who else's nuptials did it host?

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SportTaylor Swift tour: Excruciating to watch Ticketmaster ticket chaos, says pop star

The US pop star says she had been told Ticketmaster could handle demand, despite the chaos this week.

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SportRSV and flu: Canada getting foreign supply of pain meds next week

The shipments will begin to arrive next week amid a months-long shortage of the drugs in Canada.

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SportViktor Bout: Russia hopeful for arms dealer prisoner swap with US

Notorious arms dealer Viktor Bout could be exchanged for US basketball player Brittney Griner.

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SportGame-changing type 1 diabetes drug approved in US

It is the first drug to be approved that delays the onset of the condition.

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SportWhat Washington's divided government means for Biden

The Democrats currently control all three branches of government, but that will change in January.

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SportHouse Republicans says 'top priority' to probe Biden family

"This is an investigation of Joe Biden," said one lawmaker, who will helm a powerful committee.

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SportCanada grapples with shortage of children's pain medication

Canada says a foreign supply is on the way to help with the months-long shortage worrying parents.

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SportHaiti: Canadian accused of plot to topple Jovenel Moise government

The plot to topple Jovenel Moise's government was unrelated to his killing, Canadian police say.

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SportWhat awaits Brittney Griner in Russian penal colony?

The US basketball player is believed to be in a remote jail 500km (310 miles) south-east of Moscow.

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SportWaukesha trial: US man sentenced to life for car-ramming attack

The driver was convicted of a deadly car-ramming at a Christmas parade last year, killing six.

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SportTaylor Swift Ticketmaster crash draws ire on Capitol Hill

A glitch caused by high demand for her concerts has triggered monopoly-busters in Washington DC.

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SportDonald Trump 2024: Fact-checking the former president

Mr Trump made only brief references to false claims of election fraud. How did his other statements stack up?

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SportNasa's Artemis Moon rocket lifts off Earth

Nasa launches the most powerful rocket in its history as it kick-starts efforts to get humans back to the Moon.

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SportDonald Trump says he'll run for president again in 2024

The announcement sets up a possible rematch of 2020's bitter contest with President Joe Biden.

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SportVirginia McLaurin: Woman who danced with Obamas dies at 113

Virginia McLaurin lived her dream of not just seeing the first black president, but dancing with him at the White House.

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Sport'I don't think Trump is the future': Voters on 2024 run

The BBC asked former Trump voters: Would you support him if he runs for the White House in 2024?

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SportUS midterms: Republicans nominate Kevin McCarthy for House leadership

The Republican House representative is on track to replace Nancy Pelosi as Speaker of the House.

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SportKari Lake defeat: Did democracy win in US midterms?

Many election deniers lost in their races, which would have put them in positions to control future counts.

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SportLego railway station model donated to Nottingham museum

Tyler Lawler, who lives in the US, is planning to send the 11,000-piece Lego model to the UK.

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SportDonald Trump and Mitch McConnell: Republican anger over midterms

Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell criticised after the Democrats keep control of the Senate.

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SportTimed Teaser: What did Melania Trump's former lawyer do?

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SportElon Musk Tesla pay package heads to court

A shareholder wants Elon Musk's $56bn pay package to be revoked.

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SportUS midterms: Race to control House majority down to the wire

Republicans are still slightly favoured to secure the 218 seats they need to win back the majority.

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SportXi Biden meeting: US leader promises 'no new Cold War' with China

The leaders of the US and China strike a conciliatory tone in their first in-person talks for years.

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SportUVA shooting: Three killed, suspect at large

The suspect, who police believe is a student, is still at large and said to be "armed and dangerous".

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SportCountry star Dolly Parton gets $100m award from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos

The Amazon founder commended the country music star for her commitment to improving literacy.

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SportUS midterms: Republicans blame Trump and McConnell for poor showing

Donald Trump and Mitch McConnell get heat from colleagues after the Democrats keep control of the Senate.

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SportThe fall of the FTX ‘King of Crypto’ Sam Bankman-Fried

How a crypto empire built on video game battles and beanbags came crashing down.

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SportUS midterms: Democrats retain control of Senate after key Nevada victory

The results for Joe Biden's Democrats amount to the best midterm performance for a sitting party in 20 years.

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SportDallas air show crash: Two World War Two planes collide in mid-air

Footage shows the two planes colliding at a commemorative air show near Dallas in Texas.

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SportUS midterms: Senate race neck and neck as Democrat Mark Kelly wins Arizona

Former astronaut Mark Kelly is projected to win seat for the Democrats, with just two states outstanding.

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SportAI reunites Holocaust survivor with childhood photos

Google engineer develops technology to help identify Holocaust victims in archive photos.

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SportMidterm elections results: Three days on this is where the races stand

Control of Congress remains in the balance as the final results of the 2022 midterms trickle in.

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SportConstruction halted at Obama Center after noose found

The Obama Foundation called the incident a "shameless act of cowardice and hate".

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SportUS midterm results: Will election-denier Kari Lake become Arizona's governor?

The TV anchor turned Trump-backed candidate is good at delivering a message. But does she believe in it?

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SportMidterm elections results: Rivalry spills open as Trump lashes out at DeSantis

The ex-president calls Florida's governor "desperate" in the first draw of a metaphorical pistol.

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SportUS regulator FTC says it is concerned about Twitter

The Federal Trade Commission says developments at Twitter could risk it violating regulatory orders.

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SportInside the capture of a Russian oligarch's superyacht

A $325m luxury boat is floating in a US cargo port after the FBI tracked it down in the Pacific.

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SportHurricane Nicole: Rare November tropical storm hits land in Florida

Evacuation orders in place as Hurricane Nicole makes landfall before weakening to a tropical storm.

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SportUS elections: Biden hails better-than-expected midterms results

The president says a "red wave" of Republican gains did not materialise, as Congress hangs in the balance.

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SportUS election results: Who is Lauren Boebert - Colorado's Maga star?

Colorado representative Lauren Boebert was adored by the Republican base - but is now fighting for her political life.

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SportUS elections: John Fetterman's victory in Pennsylvania boosts Democrats

John Fetterman overcame a stroke to beat a TV doctor who had Donald Trump's fulsome support on Pennsylvania.

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SportFour states voted to reject slavery, but not Louisiana. Here's why

The measure failed after its sponsor withdrew support, saying that it could actually encourage slavery.

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SportHow Muna got a fresh start, thanks to Phoebe Bridgers

The LA pop trio were dropped by their record label, then one of their biggest fans stepped in.

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SportAbortion election results: Vermont first to put abortion rights in constitution

Four other states have voted on abortion rights - an issue that is close to the top of voters' priorities.

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SportUS midterm elections: The key governor races to watch

These candidates have enormous power, as many aspects of American life are decided at the state level.

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SportUS midterm elections: Who won, who lost and what it means

Votes are still being counted across the US but it's clear that there's already one big winner.

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SportElon Musk sells almost $4bn of Tesla shares

It comes less than two weeks after the world's richest man completed his $44bn takeover of Twitter.

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SportUS election: Republicans optimistic of House of Representatives win

The opposition party has been widely expected to retake the House, with the Senate race too close to call.

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Sport'One of the hottest start-up spaces in the US'

North Carolina is aiming to become a hub for start-ups to grow and do business.

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SportHow Philadelphia's rotisserie 'chicken man' became viral sensation

Hundreds gathered to witness a man eat his 40th rotisserie chicken, celebrating his odd achievement.

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SportUS Midterms: Will Kentucky deliver another shock abortion vote?

The vote in Kentucky will be a test for Americans' support of abortion in a post-Roe world.

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SportTrudeau accuses China of 'aggressive' election interference

It follows reports that Canada has identified 11 Beijing-funded candidates at the 2019 elections.

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SportFoxconn: iPhone maker bets on electric truck firm Lordstown Motors

The Taiwanese technology giant says it will invest up to $170m in Ohio-based Lordstown Motors.

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SportHushpuppi: Notorious Nigerian fraudster jailed for 11 years in US

The FBI says ex-social media star Hushpuppi is one of the word's most high-profile money launderers.

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SportUS midterm elections: 'Angry, petrified'... US voters share their fears

Most of the millions of Americans voting are pessimistic about the future. We ask them for their worst fears.

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SportPowerball: Lotto rises to $1.9bn world record prize with no jackpot winner

The odds of winning the jackpot are one in 292.2 million, with no winner in more than three months.

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SportAaron Carter: Backstreet Boys star leads tributes to late brother

Backstreet Boys star Nick Carter blames "addiction and mental illness" for the death of his sibling.

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SportWhy slave descendants want the Benin Bronzes to stay in US

A group of African Americans wants to stop the return of some Benin Bronzes to Nigeria.

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SportUS midterms: Democrats elevated this Republican. Will it backfire?

If Don Bolduc snatches the New Hampshire Senate seat off Democrats, he may have them to thank.

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SportUS midterms: Why the economy may decide the vote

Democrats have faltered in their messaging on the economy, while Republicans have hammered them.

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SportTwitter users jump to Mastodon - but what is it?

The little-known social network's user base has swelled after Elon Musk's takeover of Twitter.

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SportHouston Astros clinch baseball's World Series title

The Houston Astros win their second World Series title as a 4-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies helps them clinch the seven-game series 4-2.

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SportUS midterms: False and misleading claims about the vote go viral

False election fraud claims and manipulated content are being widely shared ahead of the vote.

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The odds of winning Monday's jackpot are one in 292.2 million, with no winner in more than three months.

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SportDuelling US presidents descend on key swing state Pennsylvania

Trump, Obama and Biden all rally in Pennsylvania, urging Americans to vote in the midterm elections.

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Controversially Twitter says blue-tick status will be open to those who pay a monthly $7.99.

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SportAaron Carter: Singer, rapper and brother of Backstreet Boys' Nick dies aged 34

Aaron Carter was the younger brother of Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter.

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SportJack Dorsey: Twitter co-founder breaks silence on Elon Musk takeover

The former CEO appeared to agree with the dismissals, saying he had grown the company "too quickly".

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SportTwitter: Musk defends deep cuts to company's workforce

The site's new owner says he had "no choice" but to slash jobs - cuts which appear to affect 50% of staff.

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SportUS hospital flu cases hit 10-year high as vaccinations fall

Five million fewer influenza doses have been administered this year to US adults than this time last year.

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SportUS midterms: Pro- and anti-Trump Republicans' fates diverge in Colorado

An ultra pro-Trump congresswoman and an anti-Trump Senate candidate are both Republicans in the same state.

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SportUS midterms: What does Trump want from the elections?

Many see the upcoming elections as a test of the former president's influence on the Republican Party.

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SportTrump drops strong hint about 2024 White House run

The former president tells a crowd in Sioux City, Iowa, he will "very, very, very probably do it again" in 2024.

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SportCanada: Ontario could fine striking teachers C$4,000 a day

The measure is being criticised for infringing civil rights and unions say they will walk out, regardless.

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SportShe welcomes student loan relief. He says it's an insult

They owe thousands of dollars, but these two US voters view debt forgiveness very differently.

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Turnout in US elections falls below other countries. We look 10,000 miles away for a possible solution.

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SportFBI warns of 'credible threat' to New Jersey synagogues

The agency urges Jews in the US state to "take all security precautions" to protect their communities.

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SportTrump sues NY Attorney General Letitia James for 'intimidation'

New York Attorney General Letitia James started a fraud case against the former president in September.

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SportFBI arrests two members of extremist 'Boogaloo' group

One of the pair allegedly threatened to blow up Facebook's headquarters and the US tax collection agency.

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Mr Xi's vision is in stark contrast to what the West had hoped for from decades of trade and engagement.

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SportUS interest rates rise to fresh 14-year high

The Federal Reserve is steering borrowing costs higher at the fastest rate in decades.

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SportUS tech firm 'fails’ to detect some knives and bombs

Technology used in the Manchester Arena to find weapons has limitations, according to a report.

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SportEx-heavyweight boxer Goran Gogic charged with cocaine trafficking

Montenegrin Goran Gogic is alleged to have arranged the transport of more than $1bn of cocaine to Europe.

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SportCVS and Walgreens agree to pay $10bn to settle opioids lawsuits

Local governments and others who had brought more than 3,000 lawsuits must now decide whether to accept the deals.

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Paxton and Melanie have very different views on whether abortion should be banned or protected in the US.

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SportPaul Pelosi: Who is spreading false claims about attack on Nancy Pelosi's husband?

False claims about the violent attack have gone viral in the days following the incident.

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SportElon Musk says $8 monthly fee for Twitter blue tick

Critics say the change could make it harder for people to find reliable sources on the social media site.

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SportKansas woman who led all-female IS battalion sentenced to 20 years

Allison Fluke-Ekren also admitted training more than 100 women and girls, including some as young as 10.

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SportGhosts, monsters and teddies attend New York Halloween parade

Thousands of New Yorkers attend the 49th annual Village Halloween Parade.

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SportTakeoff: Migos rapper shot dead in Houston, reports say

The star, whose group found fame with hits like Bad and Boujee and Stir Fry, was 28 years old.

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