The 91-year-old African president who keeps defying death rumours
Cameroon’s Paul Biya, 91, has not been seen for about a month, sending the rumour mill into overdrive.
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Oct
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10
Oct
The 91-year-old African president who keeps defying obituary-writers
Cameroon’s Paul Biya, 91, has not been seen for about a month, sending the rumour mill into overdrive.
10
Oct
Eurovision failed to support us amid rows, winner says
Swiss singer Nemo says tensions over Israel’s participation overshadowed the song contest in May.
10
Oct
Kylie Minogue: ‘I told my team, I’m a despicable human being’
The pop star discusses backstage tensions, a surprise duet with Madonna and her love of word games.
09
Oct
The two forces at work on Biden-Netanyahu phone call
The US fears getting dragged into a war with Iran, while some Israelis want to deal it a body blow, Jeremy Bowen writes.
09
Oct
Spain looks to immigrants to drive economy
Spain has seen a big rise in illegal immigration, but some say that the extra workers are needed.
09
Oct
Disabled orphans bear brunt of China’s overseas adoption ban
These kids, who make up the vast majority of those put up for adoption, face a painful wait for families.
09
Oct
Rekha at 70: Bollywood’s timeless icon
Rekha has captured headlines and people’s imaginations for decades while blazing a trail for others.
09
Oct
Biden condemns misinformation about hurricane
BBC Verify looks into claims made about the US government’s response to Hurricane Helene.
09
Oct
Obituary: Ratan Tata, the ‘modest’ Indian tycoon
The businessman led a conglomerate of more than 100 companies, employing some 660,000 people.
