Israeli media say this is the worst Gaza border incident since the 2014 war with Hamas militants.
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Saturday, 17 February 2018
Florida students to lawmakers: 'Shame on you'
Students have been addressing a rally after the February 14 shooting in which 17 people died.
Pope renews Vatican's anti-sexual abuse panel
Pope Francis reactivates his child protection panel on sexual abuse amid fresh controversy.
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Mexico earthquake: Helicopter crashes in emergency killing 13 http://ift.tt/2ocRX53
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UK Independence Party sacks leader http://ift.tt/2EAifoH
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Grace Mugabe PhD: Arrest made over corruption allegations http://ift.tt/2GpcCuh
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Iranian wrestler Karimachiani banned for throwing match http://ift.tt/2ENgwjn
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Zuma's fall a chance to take moral leadership http://ift.tt/2ohbCRA
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Mexico earthquake: Helicopter crashes in emergency killing 13
The aircraft was carrying Mexico's interior minister and the Oaxaca state governor but both survived.
UK Independence Party sacks leader
UKIP members vote to sack party leader Henry Bolton after controversy over racist messages sent by his partner
Grace Mugabe PhD: Arrest made over corruption allegations
An investigation was launched after the former first lady was awarded a doctorate in just months.
Iranian wrestler Karimachiani banned for throwing match
Karimachiani would have faced an Israeli in the next round, and deliberately lost the match.
Rare cello returned after knifepoint theft in Paris
The instrument, made in 1737, is worth more than €1m but was returned undamaged.
Zuma's fall a chance to take moral leadership
The BBC's Fergal Keane on a moment of hope in South Africa - a nation that both infuriates and inspires.
Nyagura Arrested Over Grace Mugabe's PhD University of Zimbabwe (UZ) Vice-Chancellor Professor Levi Nyagura was arrested yesterday on allegations of abuse of office involving the awarding of a Doctor of Philosophy degree to former First Lady Grace Mugabe. Prof Nyagura was arrested in Harare and is likely to appear in court today. Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) spokesperson Ms Phyllis Chikundura confirmed the arrest. “Yes, he has been arrested on allegations of abuse of office over the doctorate of former First Lady Grace Mugabe,” she said. “He is detained at Mabelreign Police Station and he will appear in court tomorrow (today).” Prof Nyagura is being accused of unprocedurally awarding the Doctor of Philosophy degree without the approval of both the University Council and the Senate Committee. He recently blasted lecturers in the Department of Sociology for challenging the awarding of the contentious doctorate, saying they were “ignorant Messrs and doctors”, with no academic capacity to supervise a PhD student.
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May's reply to 'regrettable' Brexit remark http://ift.tt/2BypAXs
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May's reply to 'regrettable' Brexit remark
Prime Minister Theresa May was told "things would be so much easier" if the UK stayed in the EU.
Earthquake felt across parts of UK
Tremors have been reported in Wales and England from the quake which is estimated to be 4.4 magnitude.
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Winter Olympics: Lizzy Yarnold defends skeleton gold as Laura Deas takes bronze http://ift.tt/2Fehrax
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Winter Olympics: Elise Christie crashes out of 1500m semi-final http://ift.tt/2Cs3qme
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London Fashion Week: How Christopher Bailey changed Burberry
How Christopher Bailey reversed Burberry's fortunes, as he has his last show at London Fashion Week.
Winter Olympics: Lizzy Yarnold defends skeleton gold as Laura Deas takes bronze
Great Britain's Lizzy Yarnold defends her Winter Olympic title with gold in the skeleton, as team-mate Laura Deas takes bronze.
Winter Olympics: Elise Christie crashes out of 1500m semi-final
Elise Christie crashes out of her women's 1500m speed-skating semi-final at Pyeongchang 2018.
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New scanning technique reveals secrets behind great paintings http://ift.tt/2Eyqp0O
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Mexico earthquake: Tremor shakes newspaper office
Journalists at the office of Mexican newspaper Milenio film the moment a 7.2-magnitude earthquake hit.
New scanning technique reveals secrets behind great paintings
An innovative scanning system is making it easier to find the hidden stories behind artworks.
Nigeria bomb blasts cause deaths at fish market
Three suicide bombers strike in the town of Konduga killing at least 18.
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Russia-Trump inquiry: President says 'no collusion' as FBI charges Russians http://ift.tt/2Hpv6fi
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Attacks are out of proportion, says Oxfam's Mark Goldring http://ift.tt/2sBWP9i
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Plymouth man completes 20,000-mile pub adventure http://ift.tt/2o5B3Gh
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Theresa May warns EU not to block post-Brexit security deal http://ift.tt/2szahLj
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Pakistan: Zainab Ansari's killer gets four death sentences
Man sentenced to death for raping and killing six-year-old girl whose murder sparked outrage in Pakistan.
Russia-Trump inquiry: President says 'no collusion' as FBI charges Russians
Special counsel Robert Mueller indicts 13 Russians and three firms over election meddling.
Attacks are out of proportion, says Oxfam's Mark Goldring
The charity's critics are motivated by an anti-aid agenda, suggests chief executive Mark Goldring.
Theresa May warns EU not to block post-Brexit security deal
Ideology must not get in the way of public safety, the prime minister will say in a speech in Munich.
Winter Olympics: Jamaica bobsleighers to use preferred sled after purchase
The Jamaican women's bobsleigh team will use their preferred sled at the Winter Olympics after it is purchased by a beer producer.
Plymouth man completes 20,000-mile pub adventure
It took Ben Coombs seven months to drive from the Arctic Circle to the southernmost tip of Chile.
The woman challenging the meaning of femininity
Is language taking too long to catch up with conversations about gender?
17 February, 2018 For Immediate Release Attack on Capitol Radio and BBC Journalists in Karonga Nyika Media Club – NMC, would like to condemn in strongest terms, the attack on one of its members, Mr. Henry Mhango and three other foreign media practitioners, by communities surrounding St. Mary’s in Karonga, for allegedly being thought to be blood suckers. At the time of the incident, Mr. Mhango, who works for Capitol Radio, was working as a fixer/aide, for the British Broadcasting Corporation – BBC journalists, who were carrying out their duties in the district. NMC has been informed that that the community rounded up the team, armed with panga knives, axes, hoes, and several other life threatening weapons. However, they were saved by some two community members who suggested that they be taken to their village headman. Throughout the 1 kilometre journey to the headman’s house, they were physically assaulted by the angry mob. One BBC journalist was severely injured, and rushed to Karonga District Hospital for medical attention. During the fracas, the irate mob also stole almost all BBC equipment, which ranged from drones, cameras, to other accessories. They also stole some personal belongings such mobile phones, and smashed one vehicle, a Mazda Demio, belonging to Mr. Henry Mhango. It took about one hour for police to respond to the situation, after they were alerted. It took the effort of Member of Parliament for Karonga Central, Frank Mwenefumbo, to have the team rescued. In view of the above scenario, NMC would like to condemn the barbaric acts. Issues of blood sucking have always been a mere myth, therefore it is very unfortunate that they keep on haunting our society. As such, NMC would like to call on government, and other development partners, both locally and internationally, to invest in civic education in all districts, so that Malawi completely wipes out this unbecoming belief. NMC would also like to deplore the delayed response from law enforcers. Life of a human being should always be prioritized, especially where it is at the verge of being eliminated. The 1 hour law enforcers took to respond to the incident was more than enough for the mob to kill these journalists. NMC is therefore urging law enforcers to be quick in responding to violent scenes, especially where the life of an individual is at stake. The club would also wish to extend heartfelt appreciations to Hon. Frank Mwenefumbo for the swift intervention, which contributed a lot to helping the irate community understand that there were mere journasts: NMC Chairperson NMC General Secretary Mandy Pondani Themba Mwale (099 9 537 972) (088 8 733 151)
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France: Rape inquiry into Gérald Darmanin dropped
Prosecutors say they cannot prove absence of consent after a woman accused Gérald Darmanin of rape.
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Florida school shooting: A killer comes to 'paradise' http://ift.tt/2sHjj99
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Mexico earthquake: Strong tremor hits Oaxaca state
The 7.2-magnitude tremor hits in the Oaxaca state, causing buildings to shake in Mexico City.
Black Panther quiz: Which character are you?
The first Marvel superhero film with a predominantly black cast has won rave reviews and is expected to smash box office records.
More refugees than Syria: What's going on in DR Congo?
The crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo has produced millions of refugees, more than Syria, Yemen or Iraq.
The week in pictures
A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week.
Vietnam War: The battle that destroyed a city
Communist forces overran the key southern city of Hue triggering one of the biggest battles of the war.
Florida school shooting: A killer comes to 'paradise'
Students re-live Wednesday's shooting in Florida - and demand tougher gun laws from their government.
New Zealand goose: How one blind bisexual bird became an icon
Henry the goose spent many years in a love triangle with two swans, helping raise their children.
Reality Check: Has Shinzo Abe's 'womenomics' worked in Japan?
PM Shinzo Abe claims narrowing the gender gap is a political priority. But how much progress has actually been made during his time in office?
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President Cyril Ramaphosa pledges 'new dawn' for South Africa
The new South African president vows to fight corruption in his first State of the Nation speech.
Chelsea 4-0 Hull City
Olivier Giroud scores his first Chelsea goal as they brush aside Hull City to reach the FA Cup quarter-finals.
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The 17-day ordeal comes to an end after it is confirmed all 12 boys and their coach have been rescued.
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Stoke City are well beaten by newly promoted Wigan Athletic as the winless Championship start goes on for Gary Rowett's Potters.
