Nigerian army says it safely rescued 33 people kidnapped by gunmen

The people were abducted while travelling through the country's north-western Zamfara state on Saturday.

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Australia is the planet's extinction hotspot, but one animal offers a glimmer of hope

The country is home to some of the world's most unique species - but it is losing them at an alarming rate.

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Fast-moving Canada wildfire doubles in size forcing thousands to flee homes

The Bald Range wildfire in British Columbia, still considered "out of control", has spread to more than 36 sq miles (95 sq km).

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What we know so far about the deadly Thailand shooting

At least seven people have died after a teenage boy shot his grandparents before opening fire on a school in Bangkok.

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Watch: BBC questions Infantino over backing as Fifa president

The head of the football governing body has faced multiple calls to quit after his aborted attempt to sell private stakes in the World Cup.

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DR Congo river boat under quarantine for Ebola after five deaths

The health minister says all the passengers are being screened as a precautionary measure.

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Mexican influencer shot dead during livestream

César Gastélum, who was known for comedy and lifestyle posts, was killed at close range by a man on a motorbike.

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