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Royal children pose with Queen on 90th birthday

Thursday, 21 April 2016 12:25

A photograph of the Queen surrounded by her five great-grandchildren and her two youngest grandchildren has been released to mark her 90th birthday.

Utah declares porn a public health hazard

Wednesday, 20 April 2016 12:44

The US state of Utah has become the first to declare pornography a public health risk in a move its governor says is to "protect our families and our young people".

India still wants Koh-i-noor back

Wednesday, 20 April 2016 12:03

The Indian government says it is still seeking to reclaim the priceless Koh-i-noor diamond from Britain, despite the Supreme Court being told otherwise.

Just 7% of Great Barrier Reef escapes bleaching

Wednesday, 20 April 2016 10:27

An extensive aerial and underwater survey has revealed that 93% of Australia's Great Barrier Reef has been affected by coral bleaching.

Deadly 'suicide bomb' hits central Kabul

Tuesday, 19 April 2016 11:47

Several people have been killed in a large explosion in the centre of the Afghan capital Kabul, President Ashraf Ghani has said.

Ecuador quake: Death toll rises to 413

Tuesday, 19 April 2016 10:31

At least 413 people are now known to have died in the earthquake that struck Ecuador, the country's government says.

Czech Republic to be 'Czechia'

Tuesday, 19 April 2016 10:10

The Czech Republic wants to be known as "Czechia" to make it easier for companies and sports teams to use it on products and clothing.

Migrant crisis: Hundreds dead after capsize

Tuesday, 19 April 2016 09:45

Hundreds of migrants drowned when their boat capsized in the Mediterranean, survivors have told the BBC - although there is no official confirmation.

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