Showing posts with label bbc news. Show all posts
Showing posts with label bbc news. Show all posts

Monday, January 22, 2024

MrBeast reveals he made $250,000 from X video

The world's most popular YouTuber had previously said he would not bother posting videos on the site.

Joseph Boakai: Liberia's new president fails to end inauguration speech

Joseph Boakai, 79, is helped from the podium as the ceremony in the capital Monrovia is cut short.

Dying thief stole Wizard of Oz ruby slippers as 'one last score'

Terry Martin was convinced by an ex-mob associate to steal the shoes as "one last score".

Sunday, January 21, 2024

In Ukraine's river war, drones mean nowhere is safe

Ukraine aims to build a million military drones in 2024. In Kherson, the BBC saw how vital they are.

Ayodhya: India PM Modi to open Hindu temple on razed Babri mosque site

Ayodhya is spruced up for the Ram temple launch, but opposition leaders and some Hindu seers are staying away.

Ron DeSantis suspends campaign for president

The Florida governor dropped out of the 2024 presidential race whilst endorsing Donald Trump.

Ron DeSantis suspends campaign for president

Republican Governor Ron DeSantis suspends his campaign for US president, saying there is no "clear path to victory"

Saturday, January 20, 2024

Israel-Gaza: Netanyahu defies pressure over Palestinian state

The Israeli prime minister's comments come amid pressure on his government to accept Palestinian statehood.

US personnel injured in missile attack on Al Asad airbase in Iraq

Missiles and rockets were fired at the airbase by an Iranian-backed militia, the US military says.

Ex-CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch 'vehemently denies' sex trafficking allegations

Mike Jeffries claims the allegations fall outside statute of limitations, and are "meritless".

Russia: Cat thrown off train into snow found dead

Russia's state rail company apologises after its conductor dumped the feline in freezing temperatures.

Friday, January 19, 2024

Alec Baldwin faces fresh manslaughter charge over 'Rust' shooting

A New Mexico grand jury has charged the actor anew over the on-set shooting death of Halyna Hutchins.

Théo Luhaka: French police officers given suspended sentences for brutal assault

Théo Luhaka suffered severe injuries from a police baton in a case which triggered days of protests.

Eisenkot: Key Israeli war leader challenges Netanyahu over Gaza strategy

Gadi Eisenkot condemns the prime minister, who insists Israel's offensive will go on until "complete victory".

Thursday, January 18, 2024

Brent Sikkema: Arrest after death of prominent US art dealer

Police say Brent Sikkema was stabbed multiple times in a "premeditated and cruel" attack.

'Chaos and confusion' hindered police response to Uvalde

The critical report spanning more than 400 pages focuses on the slow response to the school shooting.

Georgia: Stalin Icon removed from Tbilisi church

The icon showed the Soviet dictator being blessed by a saint, but the Church says it has to be changed.

Wednesday, January 17, 2024

US woman gets 26 years for mother's 'suitcase murder'

Heather Mack helped to kill her mother and stuff her body in a suitcase in Bali a decade ago.

Spain shaman arrests: Police say group sold psychoactive drugs to members

Members of the group are accused of promoting rituals involving psychoactive substances like toad venom.

Italian influencers to be bound by tighter rules

Social media creators will face hefty fines if they fail to abide by strict rules on commercial interests.