Fire, tear gas and yellow jackets - BBC News
Police in Paris have fired tear gas on protesters as a fourth weekend of anti-government protests turned violent.
The clashes came after up to 8,000 demonstrators gathered in the city centre. More than 500 people have been taken into custody.
Police told the BBC that 30 people have been injured in the capital, including three police officers.
The "yellow vest" movement opposed fuel tax rises but ministers say it has been hijacked by "ultra-violent" protesters.
Around 8,000 police and 12 armoured vehicles have been deployed in Paris, and nearly 90,000 countrywide.
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December 08, 2018
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Yellow vest movement: Paris police fire tear gas at protesters - BBC News
Police in Paris have fired tear gas on protesters as a fourth weekend of anti-government protests turned violent.
Up to 5,000 demonstrators have gathered in the city centre, and at least 272 people have been arrested.
Some 8,000 officers and 12 armoured vehicles have been deployed in Paris alone, and nearly 90,000 in the country as a whole.
The "yellow vest" movement opposed fuel tax rises but ministers say it's been hijacked by "ultra-violent" protesters.
Last week, hundreds of people were arrested and scores injured in violence in Paris - some of the worst street clashes in the French capital for decades.
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December 08, 2018
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France protests: Demonstrators flee police tear gas - BBC News
Police have fired tear gas at demonstrators in Paris who are staging another weekend of protests against President Emmanuel Macron.
Some 8,000 officers have been deployed in the city, where about 5,000 protesters have gathered.
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December 08, 2018
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Nepal eyes world record with Dead Sea of plastic bags - BBC News
Dozens of volunteers have made a map of the Dead Sea out of 100,000 used plastic bags collected in Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu.
They hope to break the world record for the largest sculpture of plastic bags and raise awareness of the harm plastic waste is doing to the world’s oceans.
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December 08, 2018
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Near miss for Melbourne dog - BBC News
The passenger pooch narrowly avoided cars when it fell out of a car window while travelling the Mullum Mullum tunnel in Melbourne, Australia.
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December 08, 2018
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Flooding and snow as storm hits California - BBC News
A winter storm has caused chaos in parts California, bringing heavy rains to some areas and snow elsewhere.
The state is still recovering from devastating wildfires which killed dozens of people last month.
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December 07, 2018
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Trailblazers: The Irish mother who exposed a cervical cancer scandal - BBC News
Vicky Phelan is an Irish mother of two who has been diagnosed with terminal cancer after receiving false smear test results.
It was Vicky who exposed the cervical cancer scandal in Ireland in April when she settled a High Court action for €2.5 million.
After settling her case against the Health service and American Laboratory (who the tests were outsourced to) she refused to sign a confidentiality agreement.
It has now emerged that 162 women with cervical cancer had not been informed about the past false tests.
Of 209 women who could have had earlier intervention, 20 have died. Vicky has said 'I don't want my death to be in vain' and has been campaigning to bring the cover up to light and get justice for the women involved.
Because of her work Health Minister Simon Harris has launched an inquiry into the controversy, and mandatory disclosures have been introduced.
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December 07, 2018
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Fake or fir? Your Christmas tree's carbon footprint - BBC News
They're the ultimate Christmas decoration and millions are bought in the UK each year. But what impact do Christmas trees - real and artificial - have on the environment?
Reality Check's Lora Jones takes a look.
Motion graphics by Jacqueline Galvin.
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December 07, 2018
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Trailblazers: The CCTV images that sparked a movement - BBC News
Around half of all women in Peru have experienced violence from their partner.
Cindy Arlette Contreras Bautista became the face of a campaign against domestic violence when a video of her being attacked by her boyfriend went viral.
Elizabeth Alanya Sanchez had boiling water thrown in her face. And Nelva Evangelista Loa was murdered by her partner.
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December 07, 2018
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Falcon 9 rocket guides itself to sea - BBC News
Because the rocket could not be sure of a stable landing, it guided itself away from the targeted touchdown zone on land and instead touched down on water just offshore.
The rocket showed off its skills by hovering over the water before it toppled over.
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December 06, 2018
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Full Interview: Prime Minister Theresa May - BBC News
Theresa May says she "is talking to colleagues" about their concerns over the Northern Ireland "backstop" ahead of a crucial vote on her EU deal.
She suggested MPs could be "given a role" in deciding whether to activate the backstop, which is designed to stop the return of a physical border.
But she told the BBC there could be no deal with the EU without it.
No 10 has said the Commons vote will go ahead on Tuesday, despite claims it could be delayed to avoid defeat.
And in another development, the European Court of Justice said it would deliver a ruling on Monday on whether the UK could unilaterally cancel Brexit by reversing Article 50 - the day before the MPs' crunch vote.
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Mrs May told BBC Radio 4's Today programme she had not given up on winning the vote on her Brexit deal - negotiated over the past 18 months or so - despite dozens of her own MPs and all opposition parties being against it.
She said she recognised concerns about the Northern Ireland border backstop keeping the UK tied to the EU indefinitely.
And she conceded the UK would have "no unilateral right" to pull out of the backstop under her EU withdrawal agreement - but she said the UK would have a choice over whether or not to enter into it.
"The backstop is something nobody wants to go into in the first place, and we will be working to make sure that we don't go into it," she said.
"If we get to the point where it might be needed, we have a choice as to what we do, so we don't even have to go into the backstop at that point."
December 06, 2018
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Former President George W Bush pays tribute to his father - BBC News
Former President George W Bush, son of Bush Sr, began his tribute by talking about how well his father lived life.
"I once heard it is said of man that the idea is to die young as late as possible."
"At age 85, a favourite pastime of George HW Bush was firing up his boat, The Fidelity, and opening up the three 300-power engines to fly across the Atlantic with the Secret Service boats straining to keep up."
"At age 90, George H W Bush parachuted out of an aircraft and landed on the grounds of St Ann's [Church] by the sea in Kennebunkport, Maine."
The younger Bush added: "Mother liked to say he chose the location just in case the chute didn't open."
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"Dad could relate to people from all walks of life. He was an empathetic man. He valued character over pedigree, and he was no cynic. He looked for the good in each person and he usually found it."
Bush Jr said his father taught him public service was noble and necessary.
"He strongly believed it was important to give back to the community and country... he recognised serving others enriched the giver's soul."
December 05, 2018
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Former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney gives eulogy - BBC News
Former Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney began the second eulogy with fulsome tribute.
"I believe it will be said that in the life of this country, the United States, which is in my judgement the greatest democratic republic that God has ever placed on the face of this earth, I believe it will be said that no occupant of the Oval Office was more courageous, more principled and more honourable than George Herbert Walker Bush."
To the laughter of the crowd, Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney relates a Bush anecdote from an international summit.
He says Bush used to diligently take notes at international meetings. And at a Nato summit in Brussels the president continued to scribble notes during an interminable speech by the prime minister of Iceland, which was only cut off when the secretary general firmly decreed a coffee break.
Afterwards, Bush put down his pen and told Mulroney: "Brian, I've just learned the fundamental principle of international affairs."
"What's that, George?" Mulroney replies.
"The smaller the country the longer the speech," says Bush.
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December 05, 2018
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Jenna Bush gives second reading - BBC News
As the choir sings The King of Love My Shepherd Is, former first daughter Jenna Bush Hager, granddaughter of Bush Sr, makes her way to the front of the cathedral for the second reading.
This excerpt is from Revelation 21:1-4, 23-25, describing the new heaven on earth in Jerusalem.
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December 05, 2018
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Granddaughters give first reading - BBC News
Bush's granddaughters, Lauren Bush Lauren and Ashley Walker Bush, began the funeral by reading passages from the Book of Isaiah 60:1-5, about the glory of Zion.
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December 05, 2018
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George HW Bush Funeral: Ceremony begins- BBC News
The former president's casket has been set down at the front of the National Cathedral.
The choir leads the mourners in singing the hymn Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven.
After a prayer from Reverend Randolph Marshall Hollerith, Bush Sr's granddaughters Lauren Bush Lauren and Ashley Walker Bush will begin the first reading.
US and world leaders and dignitaries are at the US National Cathedral in Washington DC to pay their respects at the state funeral of former President George HW Bush.
The body of Mr Bush, which had been lying in state at the US Capitol, was moved to the cathedral just before the funeral began.
His son, ex-President George W Bush, is to deliver one of the eulogies.
Mr Bush senior, who served as the 41st US president between 1989 and 1993, died on Friday at the age of 94.
He will be buried in his home state of Texas, alongside his wife Barbara.
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December 05, 2018
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George HW Bush Funeral: Hearse arrives at National Cathedral - BBC News
The hearse carrying the remains of former President George HW Bush has arrived at the National Cathedral, after one last drive-by his old home.
President Donald Trump, and predecessors Barack Obama, Bill Clinton and Jimmy Carter are all attending the service.
The Prince of Wales, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Jordan's King Abdullah II are among the world figures there to pay their respects.
Former leaders, including John Major, who was UK prime minister for most of Mr Bush's term, is also attending.
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December 05, 2018
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George HW Bush Funeral: President Trump Arrives at the National Cathedral - BBC News
President Donald Trump and his First Lady Melania Arrive at the National Cathedral for George WH Bush Funeral
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December 05, 2018
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America bids farewell to George HW Bush - BBC News
The Bush family has left the US Capitol.
A military guard carried the former president's casket down the Capitol steps and placed it inside the hearse.
They are making their way to the National Cathedral, an approximately 20-minute journey.
The route is lined by mourners paying their respects.
A memorial service for ex-President George HW Bush is held at Washington National Cathedral at 11:00 (1600 GMT)
The nation's 41st president, who died on Friday aged 94, has lain in state since Monday in the rotunda of the US Capitol
Bush's son, George W Bush, will give a eulogy. The three other living ex-US presidents will attend, and President Trump
Britain's Prince Charles, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and Jordan's King Abdullah II are among foreign dignitaries
His remains will be buried on Thursday at his presidential library in Texas next to wife, Barbara Bush, who died in April
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December 05, 2018
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PMQs: Theresa May faces MPs' questions
Prime ministers Theresa May faces MPs questions in the houses of Commons.
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December 05, 2018
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Remembering Roger, the world's buffest kangaroo.🦘Rescued as a joey after his mother was killed in a car accident, Roger grew up big and strong - earning viral fame around the world for his enormous size and impressive physique. 💪 But after 12 wonderful years, the Kangaroo Sanctuary in Australia's Alice Springs announced the death of their beloved Roger, who passed away after struggling with arthritis, fading vision and old age. Rest in peace, big fella. 🧡 And to read more about Roger, click on the link in our bio 👆#rogerthekangaroo #kangaroo #australia
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(Giant) panda playtime. 🐼🐼 Cheng Jiu and Shuang Hao have a play in the snow at Hangzhou Zoo, China. Chinese conservation efforts played a huge role in bringing the animals back from the brink of extinction - but how? Tap the link in our bio to find out. 📷: Lian Guoqing/VCG via Getty Images. #panda #giantpanda #cute #smile #BBCNews
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🎅🏼🤶🏽🎅🏾🎅🏿🤶🏻🤶🏻🎅🏻🎅🏼🤶🏿How many Santas can you spot? Thousands of people dressed as Father Christmas have taken part in a run in Madrid, Spain. The event is one of many marking the start of the festive period there and helps raise funds for good causes. Tap the link in our bio for more fun Christmas traditions from around the world. 📷: Gabriel Bouys/AFP. #Christmas #Fun #Smile #SantaClaus #PapaNoel #BBCNews
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A protester in Paris gives flowers to riot police. For the fourth week in a row, anti-government demonstrators have taken to the streets and clashed with police officers. Tap the link in our bio for the latest on the gilet jaunes/yellow vest protests - and the reasons why some people have taken to the streets. 📷: Bertrand Guay / AFP #Paris #France #Macron #Protest #BBCNews
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What a lucky boy. This dog took a nasty detour while riding in its owner's car with the windows down. The pooch flew out of the vehicle in a busy motorway tunnel but luckily the other drivers were alert and managed to avoid hitting it. It's believed the car's window was kept open to help the dog keep cool in hot weather, but authorities say it's important to make sure the dog can't get out of the car when it's moving. Phew! #dog #luck #australia #car #doggo #BBCNews
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A truly ❄️white❄️ Christmas! After a photo of an adorable white reindeer went viral this week, we put a call out for your pictures of the rare, beautiful animals - and you didn't disappoint. Tap the link in our bio to see more pictures of the striking creatures and to find out the reason that they look so special. 📷: Kaisa Sirén/Visit Finland #reindeer #cute #white #winter #christmas #wildlifephotography #BBCNews
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These pictures are changing people's hearts. Angela Forker takes photos of babies with terminal illnesses and disabilities to show that they are beautiful and worthy of our love. Angela says too many photographers try to hide the accessories these babies need to live. Instead, she aims to celebrate them. #photography #hope #smile #family #instagood #positive #baby #love #BBCNews
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Hello deer! 🦌 This inquisitive animal wandered over to say hi to Kerry Long when she visited Glen Etive in the Highlands of Scotland. 📸 Photo Kerry Long. #deer #scotland #photography #glenetive #bbcnews
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Shaparak says she's just a normal woman who wants to fight for her rights. She removed her headscarf in protest against the compulsory hijab rule in Iran, and was forced to flee the country. She says she respects women who choose to wear a hijab, but it makes her feel restricted and oppressed – tap the link in our bio for more.
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“A place where they completely understood us... the twins just could be who they were. A holiday of a lifetime for Alex and Will. The twins have nonverbal autism but their faces say it all. They're at Megan's Wonderland in Texas - a whole world created for children with disabilities. Click the link in our bio👆to see the full film and learn more about the theme park set up by one dad inspired by his daughter. #themepark #autism #autismawareness #parenting #bbcnews
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“It takes a tremendous amount of time to get any law enforcement to our building and we need to be prepared.” These US teachers are being trained to carry concealed guns to protect their students.
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This is the Falcon 9 rocket experiencing a hydraulic problem on its way back to Earth. Because the rocket could not be sure of a stable landing, it guided itself away from a targeted touchdown zone on land and instead touched down on water just offshore.
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