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Why did Russian mega earthquake not cause more tsunami damage?
The earthquake was one of the strongest ever recorded, but its tsunami was not as bad as feared.
Tsunami warning sparks evacuations in Japan and US after powerful Russia earthquake
Tsunami waves have been reported across the Pacific following the 8.8 magnitude quake, but there are no initial reports of severe damage or injuries.
UK wants to ‘affect situation on ground’ in Gaza
The government has announced it will recognise a Palestinian state unless Israel agrees to end the crisis.
Rape crisis centre to launch single sex-only meetings after trans row
The new group will run alongside an existing service which allows trans and non-binary people to take part
The doctor strike is ending – what comes next?
With doctors returning to work after five-day walkout, is there an opportunity for talks to re-start?
Why plane turbulence is really becoming more frequent – and more severe
Flights are getting bumpier, thanks in part to climate change. But new studies are looking into innovative potential ways to turbulence-proof wings – using AI and owls
Watch: How did Gaza get to the brink of starvation?
The BBC’s diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams explains how the people of Gaza have reached a point of starvation.
Famine ‘currently playing out’ in Gaza, UN-backed experts warn
It comes as aid agencies warn Israel’s recent measures to increase aid supplies are not enough.
Theft of royal items prompts £3m insurance payout
The annual finances of the Royal Collection Trust show the scale of the theft of royal items on loan to a Paris museum.
Trump’s Scotland trip gives him three things he likes – and one thing he doesn’t
As Trump wraps up his working holiday in the UK, the BBC’s North America editor Sarah Smith assesses its success.