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'Only God can change this place': Haitians see no end to spiralling violence
Bodies pile up even in the "safest" areas of Port-au-Prince, a capital city reeling from gang warfare.

US reports death of senior Hamas military leader
Details are also released of President Biden's high-stakes call to Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu.

Sex and nudity in films get stricter age ratings
Scenes that were previously acceptable in films with a 12 rating are now more likely to be rated 15.

'Historic moment for fans' - Bill will establish football regulator
The UK government will continue plans for an independent football regulator when the Football Governance Bill is introduced in Parliament on Tuesday.

Why Gillian Anderson found it scary to play Emily Maitlis
The actress plays the Newsnight journalist in a new film that recreates her Prince Andrew interview.

Prince William to visit homeless project
The Prince of Wales will be in Sheffield for the next phase of his project to improve access to housing.

Putin hails Crimea annexation after claiming election win
Russia's president addresses thousands in Moscow after official figures suggest he won 87% of the vote.

MPs overturn changes to Rwanda bill to set up fresh Lords battle
Labour continues its opposition, flagging how six flights to space cost the same as each deportation.

Unilever to cut jobs and split off ice cream unit
Wall's, Ben & Jerry's and Magnum are among the brands that will be spun-off as part of a restructuring plan.

New chapter ahead, Labour's Reeves promises business leaders
At a key lecture in the City of London, the shadow chancellor will also vow to reform the Treasury.

Potholes leave nations' roads at 'breaking point'
A new report says the rate of pothole repairs in England and Wales has reached an eight-year high.

Trump unable to secure $464m bail payment in New York fraud case
The former president must either pay the full amount in cash or secure a bond to continue his appeal.

JD Sports accused of 'irresponsible' motorbike ad
The retailer has come under fire for an advert showing motorcyclists wearing trainers and doing wheelies.

Is TikTok really a danger to the West?
Calls in the US for a ban on TikTok have reignited the global debate about its cyber-security risks.

The Papers: Kate 'pictured in public' and 'key' Rwanda vote
A photo of the Princess of Wales in public post-surgery and the latest Rwanda Bill votes feature on the front pages.

'Untreated trauma led to our soldier son's suicide'
As a study says veterans need better mental health care, bereaved families share their stories.

Miles of new pylons needed for electricity upgrade
New undersea cables and power lines could add up to £30 a year to energy bills, a new plan suggests.

The highs and lows of First Minister Mark Drakeford
Mark Drakeford proved popular with voters in the pandemic, but did the gloss come off?

Bridgerton's Nicola Coughlan: Why I hate on-screen vanity
The actress says it was crucial to look "ugly and messy" in her new role in comedy series Big Mood.

Predicting Putin's landslide was easy, but what comes next?
The Russian president will get a confidence boost from the tightly controlled election, says Steve Rosenberg.

Childcare shortage worsens as costs rise, report says
Fewer than a third of councils in all areas have enough spaces for children under two, a charity finds.

Ex-president Obama visits Sunak in Downing Street
The former US president arrives in London for an unannounced visit to see the UK PM.

BBC takes a close-up look at new Banksy London mural
Crowds have gathered to see a new tree mural in north London after street artist Banksy claimed the piece.

Stormont minister 'concerned' at police's stance on Pride parade
PSNI officers are no longer allowed to attend Pride events while wearing uniform.

Evergrande and its founder accused of $78bn fraud
Former billionaire Hui Ka Yan has been fined and faces being banned from the financial markets for life.

First Japan interest rate hike in 17 years as inflation wish comes true
The historic move comes after the price rises continue to slow.

Fraud trial of British tech tycoon begins in US
Autonomy founder Mike Lynch is accused of fraudulently inflating the value of his software firm.

The US Navy's relentless battle against Houthi attacks
The BBC gets rare access to a US aircraft carrier trying to protect merchant vessels in the Red Sea.

Oldest surviving England player dies at 94
Ron Baynham turned out 434 times for Luton Town and carried on playing after breaking his skull.

Banksy is back, plus the new deep sea treasure hunting
Mystery artist confirms new London tree mural is his work

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The story of a teenage road death told by his family and first responders.

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How are the child benefit rules changing?
Changes announced in the Budget mean people earning up to £80,000 will be able to claim the benefit.

What is GDP and how does it affect me?
A basic guide to how the health of the economy is measured, and why that calculation matters.

What is a recession and how could it affect me?
A recession means the UK economy has shrunk for two three-month periods - or quarters - in a row.

How fast are prices rising in the UK?
The rate at which prices are rising has dropped from record highs, but still remains above the 2% target.

How to get a job: Six expert tips for finding work
There are 10m people out of work in the UK, so if you're searching for a job you're not alone. Here are some tips on how to get started.

Five tips when asking for a pay rise
Recruiters, a manager and a workplace psychologist give their advice on how to negotiate for more money.

Potholes leave nations' roads at 'breaking point'
A new report says the rate of pothole repairs in England and Wales has reached an eight-year high.

Stormont minister 'concerned' at PSNI Pride stance
PSNI officers are no longer allowed to attend Pride events while wearing uniform.

Miles of new pylons needed for electricity upgrade
New undersea cables and power lines could add up to £30 a year to energy bills, a new plan suggests.

First Minister Mark Drakeford to officially quit
Wales' first minister will tender his resignation on Tuesday after five years in the job.

England beat New Zealand in T20 series opener
Heather Knight's 63 from 39 balls set up a comfortable win for England in the first T20 against New Zealand.

Raducanu withdraws from Miami Open through injury
Britain's Emma Raducanu withdraws from this week's Miami Open with a lower back injury.

Growing up with Wales - Ampadu poised to make history
Wales midfielder Ethan Ampadu will become the youngest Wales player to reach 50 caps if he faces Finland in Thursday's Euro 2024 play-off.

F1 Q&A: Your questions answered before Australian GP
BBC Sport's chief F1 writer Andrew Benson answers your questions as teams get ready for the Australian Grand Prix.

'Historic moment for football fans' - bill introduced to establish regulator
The UK government will continue plans for an independent football regulator when the Football Governance Bill is introduced in Parliament on Tuesday.

Garbisi or Ford? Six Nations team of the tournament
John Barclay and Sam Warburton pick different fly-halves in their teams of the tournament. Who do they pick?

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UN ‘alarmed’ by reports of civilian casualties in Myanmar air attacks
Continuing air raids in the restive country's Rakhine state are reported to have killed dozens.

Police fire pepper spray on food crisis protesters in Argentina
Argentinian police used pepper spray to disperse protesters marching against government cuts to community food kitchens.

Haitian gangs unleash new attacks on upscale Port-au-Prince
Armed gangs attacked two upscale neighborhoods in the capital in a rampage that left at least a dozen people dead.

The Gambia votes to reverse landmark ban on female genital mutilation
Rights groups say proposed rollback of 2015 law will overturn women’s rights across the region as a whole.

Harsh Mongolian winter leaves 4.7m animals dead; Red Cross issues appeal
Mongolian herders are experience extreme 'dzud' cold waves more often with little time to recover in between the UN says

Is­rael’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 165
Twenty Palestinians were killed in the early hours of Tuesday in Rafah, while UN warns Gaza heading towards famine.

Can India’s Rahul Gandhi defeat Narendra Modi with ‘unity marches’?
The opposition launches its 2024 election campaign amid hope among supporters and cynicism from critics.

Bank of Japan scraps negative interest rate in first hike in 17 years
Japan's central bank begins unwinding one of the world's most aggressive monetary easing programmes.

Uk’s government to introduce independent football regulator
The regulator will have the power to fine clubs up to 10 percent of their turnover for noncompliance with regulations.

North Korea’s Kim oversees ‘super-large’ rocket launcher drills
Pyongyang has broken with much of its inter-Korean policy in recent years and ramped up weapons testing.

Elon Musk defends using prescribed ketamine for ‘negative frame of mind’
Tesla CEO dismisses suggestion his drug use could influence the perceptions of investors.

Schedule, teams, format: All to know about the Indian Premier League 2024
The 17th season of the mega-money T20 tournament begins on Friday with 10 teams vying for the title.

Haiti unrest fuels fear, frustration in tight-knit Haitian diasporas
Despite myriad challenges, Haitians in US and Canada say they remain hopeful of a better future for Caribbean nation.

Tech giant Nvidia unveils higher performing ‘superchips’ to power AI
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang tells developers conference that computing is advancing at an 'insane' rate.

After success of BTS and Parasite, South Korea woos digital nomads
Critics say the criteria for new digital nomad visa are too stringent to attract remote workers in large numbers.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 754
As the war enters its 754th day, these are the main developments.

Biden warns Netanyahu against ‘mistake’ of invading Rafah: White House
The US president reportedly told Israeli prime minister that a 'coherent strategy' is needed to defeat Hamas in Gaza.

How the uncommitted vote against Biden’s Gaza policy is going ‘national’
After expectation-busting showings in US states like Michigan and Minnesota, organisers outline plans for months ahead.

The case for no candidate like Biden ever again
His long track record of promoting corporate interests has contributed to the struggles of impoverished Americans.

UN-backed report says famine ‘imminent’ in northern Gaza
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called a report on hunger in Gaza ‘an appalling indictment’ of conditions.

What’s the impact of Niger cutting military ties with the US?
Niger was a crucial Western ally before a coup happened there last July.

Israel asks ICJ not to order new measures over looming famine in Gaza
Israel asks the UN court to reject South Africa's request for more emergency orders in the Gaza genocide case.

At least 12 bodies found after gang attacks in upscale Haiti suburb
Bodies found outside capital, Port-au-Prince, as attacks by gang members have ravaged the country for weeks.

Lawyers say ‘not possible’ for Trump to post bond in $454m civil fraud case
The former US president is appealing a New York ruling that he inflated his wealth to deceive lenders and insurers.

Gunmen in Nigeria kidnap at least 87 people in new attack
The attack comes days after an armed gang seizes 286 students and staff from a school.

Global Times

Hometown witness: Spring Festive spirit remains unfaded in Shandong, the birthplace of Confucian culture

Hometown witness: China's coal capital Shanxi births new vitality with ancient charm

Showcasing tech achievements

China's central bank conducts net fund injections via MLF loans for 15th straight month

More foreign-owned financial institutions waiting to enter China's market

Ports, cross-border freight trains from China see record workloads during Spring Festival holidays

Number of mainland travelers visiting Hong Kong surpasses 2018 level: official

FTA finalized

Fukushima radioactive water leakage accident once again demonstrates TEPCO management disorder: Chinese FM

'Beijing's constructive role may be highlighted' in Scholz's reported China visit in April

Netanyahu rejects Hamas' proposed cease-fire terms in blow to Washington's diplomacy in Middle East, highlighting US-Israel divisions

Taste of Homeland: 'Agricultural census' campaign uncovers hidden local specialties across China, secret to rural revitalization

Chinese automakers navigate global markets with own shipping fleet, showcasing nation's manufacturing prowess

Diving into New Year

India has little room for maneuver to delay withdrawing its troops from Maldives: experts

Biden wins South Carolina's Democratic primary, but real challenges lie ahead

Philippines courts Europe to back its illegal moves in South China Sea

New Dynamics in New Year: Global delicacies spice up Spring Festival, bolstered by China's economic revival and high standard opening-up

Itaewon protest

A set of new regulations officially implemented in February, bride price issues highlighted

Pensions guaranteed to be paid in full and on time: Ministry of Finance

Central govt requests all departments ensure safety of people, property and happy holidays as extreme weather sweeps China during Spring Festival travel rush

Chinese firms aid African countries in overcoming devt hurdles, while US focuses on rivalry with China: experts

EU's 50 billion euro fund to Ukraine more to boost confidence than to play significant role

Western slander of Article 23 made out of 'prejudice, defamation, and malicious intention'

Taiwan's exercise hyping PLA turning drills into attack only political show, exposes guilty conscience of 'Taiwan independence' secessionists: experts

Power plant blast

Localities make emergency plans in response to unprecedented weather challenges during 'busiest' Spring Festival travel rush

Ministry of State Security warns against using environmentalism to hide politically motivated trade protectionism

Manila manipulates issues in South China Sea

PLA holds live-fire missile drill along southeastern coast, 'warns secessionists, external forces'

Chinese FM accuses US of politicizing academic research, damaging people-to-people exchanges

GraphicAnalysis: Biz execs bullish on 2024 China economy, defying doomsayers

China expected to play bigger role in Middle East: Yemeni official

GT investigates: Philippine military vessel 'grounded' at Ren'ai Jiao pollutes environment, damages biodiversity in South China Sea: experts

Defying the wire

NATO chief's hyping China, Russia threats will not alleviate US' fatigue in aiding Ukraine: expert

US arms sales hit record high in FY2023 as diplomacy 'kidnapped by military-industrial complex'

Chinese NEV companies aim to double sales in 2024; export outlook optimistic: experts

Baking flower bun

Hong Kong begins public consultation on Article 23

Chinese scientists urge enhanced BCI research, industry collaboration

US probes of Chinese firms affect operations, hurt confidence: MOFCOM

Experiencing holiday vibe

The Chinese dragon line

Spring Festival travel rush to face extreme winter storms, with experts warning possible traffic congestion

Mainland, HK implement arrangement to recognize each other's judgments of civil, commercial court cases

Xinjiang regional 'two sessions' kick off

Easing tensions

Multi-ministry guideline aims to boost industries of the future