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Bolsonaro's party accepts Brazil election defeat, but he refuses to concede

Brazil's opposition party accepts President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's election victory, but Flávio Bolsonaro won't concede, while President Trump calls the vote "rigged" without offering evidence.

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Ballon d'Or ceremony raises case of French sports journalist jailed in Algeria

He is in jail accused of supporting terrorism after travelling to the politically sensitive region Kabylie.

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Norway and Finland leaders hold rare call with Putin

This is the first time European leaders have had direct communication with Russia's president in more than a year.

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A 'Green Army' is out to thwart El Niño flooding

In Nairobi, a city prone to floods, workers in the "Green Army" are making preparations to prevent disaster when El Niño arrives.

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Mbappé sorry for 'ill-judged' Mao remark after backlash in China

The France star had referred to the former Chinese leader as a "dictator" during an interview about memes.

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How Kane defied doubters to become world's best

Harry Kane is the humble 'anti-superstar' who defied doubters to achieve Ballon d'Or greatness, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

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Co-ordinated cattle raids kill at least 72 people in South Sudan

The cycle of revenge attacks continue as the country heads towards its first election since independence.

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Ex-FBI chief James Comey faces federal charges for third time

Comey's lawyers say the case stems from alleged disclosure of classified information to the New York Times in 2016.

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Democrats have a midterm edge, poll shows. And, Israelis vote in high-stakes election

Democrats are still holding a slight edge with Election Day a week away, according to a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. And, Israelis are casting their votes in an election that could change leadership.

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Netherlands pulls out of Eurovision again over Israel participation

A Dutch broadcaster reverses a decision to take part, citing "sensitivities" over Israel's participation.

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Turnout so far highest on record as Israelis vote in pivotal election

The elections - the first since the Hamas-led attacks on Israel and the wars which followed - are widely seen as a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu.

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What does Israel's election mean for Gaza and the wider world?

The BBC's diplomatic correspondent James Landale reports from Jerusalem as ballots are cast.

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