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US soldiers arrive in Nigeria to aid its fight against Islamist militantsTue 17th Feb 2026 15:03 GMT
US soldiers arrive in Nigeria to aid its fight against Islamist militants

The troops, who landed at an airfield in Bauchi state, will not take part in combat operations, officials say.

France releases suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker after fine paidTue 17th Feb 2026 14:20 GMT
France releases suspected Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker after fine paid

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said the vessel was departing Marseille after a payment of "several million euros".

Lunar New Year 2026: Celebrations around the worldTue 17th Feb 2026 08:02 GMT
Lunar New Year 2026: Celebrations around the world

Millions of people around the world are celebrating the start of the Lunar New Year, with festivities taking place from Hong Kong to Buenos Aires.

Under pressure from Trump, Venezuela's new president has aces up her sleeveWed 18th Feb 2026 00:48 GMT
Under pressure from Trump, Venezuela's new president has aces up her sleeve

Delcy Rodriguez knows its in America's interests for her to be a success

Gold fever hits South Africa after lucky find in cattle penWed 18th Feb 2026 00:28 GMT
Gold fever hits South Africa after lucky find in cattle pen

"This is the only hustle we know," miners tell the BBC as they try their luck at the site in Springs.

'He did it for us': US soldier recalls Jesse Jackson's efforts to free him and two other POWsWed 18th Feb 2026 00:23 GMT
'He did it for us': US soldier recalls Jesse Jackson's efforts to free him and two other POWs

In 1999, Jesse Jackson flew to Yugoslavia to help free three US soldiers captured during the Kosovo War.

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