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Catwalks, canes and cars: Africa's top shots https://ift.tt/uYRgd2C A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

Suicide poison seller tracked down by BBC https://ift.tt/R6TeHWP Ukrainian Leonid Zakutenko sells a type of chemical online thought to be linked to at least 130 UK deaths.

Biden and Trump make competing trips to US border https://ift.tt/hBRpt5L The two likely presidential candidates make speeches in an effort to show they can tackle illegal crossings.

Alabama lawmakers race to protect providers of IVF https://ift.tt/VwGalkz It follows a ruling by the state's top court that frozen embryos are considered children.

French readers enjoy world’s only four-year newspaper https://ift.tt/pZ41iQz La Bougie du Sapeur comes out once every leap year - so since 1980 only 12 copies have been published.

Biden 'fit for duty' after medical, says doctor https://ift.tt/dM9UlnO The US president says "everything's great" after undergoing his annual physical examination.

Trump and Biden projected to win Michigan primaries https://ift.tt/QKHoLil The BBC's US partner CBS expects victories for the Republican and Democratic frontrunners.

Dozens die after bus falls off bridge in Mali https://ift.tt/0lIsHko Malians and citizens from other regions in West Africa are said to be among the victims.

Apple unplugs electric car project, reports say https://ift.tt/RVIvp5O The firm never acknowledged the project publicly but had recruited about two thousands workers.

Police seize 72 guns from French film star's home https://ift.tt/gFr07Mc Prosecutors say Alain Delon, known for his tough-guy persona on screen, does not have a gun permit.

Top Disney movies boss steps down in shakeup https://ift.tt/upztk9q Sean Bailey, the boss of the media giant's live-action film studio, stepped down after 15 years.

Police ban from Mardi Gras parade divides Australians https://ift.tt/7BotMGm Organisers of Sydney's iconic event uninvited police after an officer allegedly murdered a gay couple.

Paparazzo accuses Taylor Swift's father of assault https://ift.tt/nSLouyC The photographer did not need medical treatment and Australian police are investigating.

Biden hopes for Gaza ceasefire by next week https://ift.tt/ORKmhov The US president says the warring sides are close to a truce but warns that "we're not done yet".

Runaway Indian train travels 70km without driver https://ift.tt/rUpn0av Videos of the train zooming past railway stations went viral on social media.

Police search for missing Sydney couple's bodies https://ift.tt/nlBZRcq A policeman murdered Jesse Baird and Luke Davies last week before moving their bodies, detectives say.

Brazil ex-leader Bolsonaro denies coup allegations https://ift.tt/wzCKZAT Jair Bolsonaro, who lost to his bitter rival in 2022, tells a rally he is a victim of political persecution.

Gaza children search for food to keep families alive https://ift.tt/7FqU0HO As aid reaching the territory dwindles, reports of widespread malnutrition are increasing.

Trump easily wins South Carolina but Haley fights on https://ift.tt/p0rvWcV The former president continues his march towards the Republican nomination with a huge win in his rival's home state.

The price of political opposition in Russia https://ift.tt/QmYnElv Jailed opposition activist Vladimir Kara-Murza refuses to be cowed following the death of Alexei Navalny.

After 1,250 years women join Japan's (nearly) naked festival https://ift.tt/pcQ4fR0 Women take part despite some in the community suggesting it should remain a men-only event.

The blind Ukrainian amputee whose wife's voice kept him alive https://ift.tt/gaW7sYt Serhiy suffered catastrophic injuries - including losing both his legs - when an anti-tank mine blew up his vehicle.

Watch: A look back at the Ukraine war two years on https://ift.tt/Su4zJ7B The BBC's Joe Inwood reflects on two years since Russia launched its full scale invasion of Ukraine.

Oprah and Nigella deepfaked in influencer 'manifestation' ads https://ift.tt/0EtAqOG Piers Morgan and Oprah have criticised the use of AI deepfake ads used to promote a "manifestation" guide.

Odysseus Moon lander 'tipped over on touchdown' https://ift.tt/Go4xClz The history-making robot likely caught its foot on a rock and fell on its side, US operator says.

Jury finds NRA and ex-leader liable for corruption https://ift.tt/HS7T4w5 The jury found former CEO Wayne LaPierre cost the guns group $5.4m through lavish spending on himself.

Man charged with murder of missing Sydney couple https://ift.tt/jU7IZQF Australian TV personality Jesse Baird and his boyfriend Luke Davies were last seen on Monday.

American company makes historic Moon landing https://ift.tt/aWfe4F5 Intuitive Machines completes the first ever lunar touchdown by a privately built spacecraft.

Texas student loses case over dreadlocks punishment https://ift.tt/v7wgWEz Darryl George was suspended for refusing to cut his hair, which a school said violated dress code.

How AI is helping the search for extraterrestrial life https://ift.tt/c9kd38x Artificial intelligence software is being used to look for signs of alien lifeforms.

How did a car get there? Police probe 'unusual' crash https://ift.tt/cakjm5O The driver of the lodged car, who was briefly trapped in the vehicle, was rescued with minor injuries.

Ship blamed for Cape Town stink leaves for Iraq https://ift.tt/Yb0R2Mw South African authorities say conditions on board the livestock vessel from Brazil are "abhorrent".

Woolworths boss quits after TV interview https://ift.tt/L1D6Ssk The Australian grocery chief walked out on a reporter when questioned over alleged price-gouging tactics.

How an asbestos scare has sent Sydney scrambling https://ift.tt/0HeQoKC In an escalating crisis, the toxic substance has been found at dozens of sites across the city.

US zoo extracts 70 coins from white alligator https://ift.tt/JgFYr9Z The zoo found the coins during a routine examination and urged visitors not to throw coins into exhibits.

'Lose-lose' anxiety marks global security talks in Munich https://ift.tt/sHbXFV2 The conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine underline deepening geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties.

Africa's 'flying presidents' under fire for foreign trips https://ift.tt/piVJmFb The Kenyan and Nigerian presidents face domestic criticism for their frequent trips abroad.

Israel sets deadline for ground offensive in Rafah https://ift.tt/fO4x7jK A war cabinet member says unless Hamas frees all hostages by 10 March an assault will begin in Rafah.

More than 50 shot dead in Papua New Guinea ambush https://ift.tt/KivjaJ9 The country has long struggled with tribal violence, but the killings are believed to be the worst in years.

Trump launches own-brand shoes after $355m fine https://ift.tt/ZdhNSCi The ex-president promoted gold-coloured shoes at a sneaker convention in Philadelphia.

Asylum seekers feel unsafe on remote UK island https://ift.tt/WQutLYJ A group of 61 held in a camp on Diego Garcia tell UN inspectors of sexual assaults, rat bites and self-harm.

A US soldier killed two at Mount Fuji. So why must Japan apologise? https://ift.tt/ezMRH1N The early release of Ridge Alkonis, who killed two in a car accident, stirs unease over US-Japan relations.

The Oscar-winning film that captured Navalny's life and possible death https://ift.tt/4QmSaPy The director of the 2022 Oscar-winning film speaks of his shock at the death of Alexei Navalny.

Senegal steps back from the brink - but what next? https://ift.tt/ekzL5qn A court blocks the president's plan to delay elections, but this doesn't mean the political crisis is over.

'Zombie Fires' burning at an alarming rate in Canada https://ift.tt/Bo1hgGz Canada's wildfire season is not over, with dozens of winter fires still burning beneath the soil.

Ukraine troops pull out of key eastern town Avdiivka https://ift.tt/daQi2vR Ukraine's top commander says he has acted to avoid encirclement by Russian forces in the town of Avdiivka.

Cowries, cups and crafts: Africa's top shots https://ift.tt/bhNQFEo A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.

X took payment from terrorists, campaigners say https://ift.tt/RtqnQeC Campaigners at the Tech Transparency Project in the US found paid-for features for organisations.

The moment gunfire erupts in Kansas City shooting https://ift.tt/RtqnQeC Video shows people running for cover and a heavy police response as a Super Bowl celebration was ending.

'Love is a beautiful thing': Australian PM gets engaged https://ift.tt/RtqnQeC Anthony Albanese is the first Australian prime minister to get engaged while in office.

Indonesia election: What the maps don’t show about this Asian nation https://ift.tt/oTRcJxa The BBC’s Frances Mao explains why Indonesia's election is a big one to watch in a crucial region.

France bans 28 Israeli settlers over West Bank violence https://ift.tt/oTRcJxa The sanctions affect 28 individuals, far more than the numbers recently listed by the UK and US.

Trump endorses daughter-in-law Lara Trump for RNC leadership https://ift.tt/D4gnX1S A successful co-chair bid for Lara Trump would shift the Republican committee closer to Mr Trump's campaign.

Lakewood Church: Armed woman killed in Joel Osteen Texas megachurch shootout https://ift.tt/D4gnX1S The 36-year-old attacker's seven-year-old son was critically injured in the shootout in Houston.

Kiptum's last BBC interview before fatal accident https://ift.tt/D4gnX1S The Kenyan athlete spoke to the BBC in 2023 about beating Eliud Kipchoge's marathon world record.

Conservative ex-PM Alexander Stubb elected Finland president https://ift.tt/aerYZvL His victory comes amid rising tensions between Finland, the newest Nato member, and neighbouring Russia.

Kenya's Kelvin Kiptum: Marathon world record holder dies in road accident https://ift.tt/aerYZvL Kelvin Kiptum, 24, was killed alongside his coach near the Kenyan town of Eldoret, an official says.

Afcon 2023: Nigeria 1-2 Ivory Coast - Haller wins final for Elephants https://ift.tt/aerYZvL Sebastien Haller is the hero again as Ivory Coast come from behind to beat Nigeria and win the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final.

Trinidad and Tobago hit by mystery ship oil spill https://ift.tt/knxYuhz At least 15km (nine miles) of Tobago's coast is already affected after a mysterious ship overturned.

Israel-Gaza war: Warnings mount as Israel plans Rafah offensive https://ift.tt/knxYuhz More countries urge Israel against any military operation in the southern Gazan city crammed with refugees.

DR Congo violence: Panic in Goma as M23 rebels advance https://ift.tt/knxYuhz The rebel M23 group is blocking the main roads into Goma as it continues to wreak havoc in the east.

Guarding the Middle East's most dangerous border https://ift.tt/M2R8d6G Clashes between Israel and Hezbollah are intensifying as the risk of a wider regional conflict grows.

Israel-Gaza war: US says it will not back unplanned Rafah offensive https://ift.tt/M2R8d6G The White House says it won't support operations in the southern Gaza city without due consideration for refugees there.

Ex-US government informant gets life over Haiti president's murder https://ift.tt/M2R8d6G Joseph Vincent is the fourth of 11 defendants in the case to be sentenced to life by a Miami court.

Putin tells Tucker Carlson deal can be reached to free jailed US reporter Evan Gershkovich https://ift.tt/gpZ7QSw It's the first time the Russian leader has sat down with a Western journalist since Russia invaded Ukraine.

Israel-Gaza war: US will not support unplanned Rafah offensive https://ift.tt/gpZ7QSw Officials are warning Israel over sending in troops without due consideration for refugees there.

US Supreme Court sceptical of Colorado's move to bar Donald Trump from ballot https://ift.tt/gpZ7QSw Justices intensely questioned attorneys who argued he should be removed from Colorado's primary ballot.

Pakistan elections 2024: Count under way after controversial election https://ift.tt/gpZ7QSw Election officials are calling for results to be speeded up, after delays in announcing vote tallies.

Lava flows over roads and bursts water pipe after Iceland eruption https://ift.tt/gpZ7QSw A key water pipe has been burst by the stream of lava, leaving 28,000 people without hot water.

Nuclear fusion: new record brings dream of clean energy closer https://ift.tt/gpZ7QSw Nuclear fusion still remains a long way off but brings the world one step closer to endless clean energy.