South Africa gold mine: Rescue underway for 955 trapped workers
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Today's Headlines February 2
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South Africa gold mine: Rescue underway for 955 trapped workers
The South African workers have been stuck since Wednesday, when a power cut stopped the lifts.
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French climber Elisabeth Revol describes 'Killer Mountain' rescue
French climber Elisabeth Revol says, to be rescued, she had to leave her climbing partner behind.
Cuba: Fidel Castro's son 'takes own life'
Fidel Ángel Castro Díaz-Balart, known as 'Fidelito', is found dead in Cuba.
Natalie Wood death: Police say Robert Wagner 'person of interest'
Los Angeles investigators are re-examining the 1981 death of Hollywood actress Natalie Wood.
 
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Los Angeles school shooting by girl, 12, 'was unintentional'
A 12-year-old girl has been charged with "negligent discharge of a firearm" after five were injured.
Sport
Lifting Russian doping bans 'craven & spineless'
Sports leaders are accused of making "craven and spineless" decisions, after life bans given to Russian athletes are overturned.
England keeper Bardsley carried off on stretcher
WSL leaders Manchester City survive an early injury to goalkeeper Karen Bardsley in a goalless draw against Chelsea.
Stokes in England ODI squad for New Zealand series
All-rounder Ben Stokes is named in England's 15-man squad for the five-match one-day series against New Zealand.
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French climber Elisabeth Revol describes 'Killer Mountain' rescue
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China police state: Fear and resentment
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Egypt election: Al-Sisi one of two remaining candidates
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SLEEPCINEMAHOTEL: Where they want you to fall asleep
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You're on the verge of losing everything - but you don’t understand why
A run of bad luck left one man struggling to make sense of the UK benefits system - and at risk of losing his home.
Business
Apple sells fewer phones but profits rise
The price of the iPhone X compensates for a dip in handset sales during the last three months of 2017.
Amazon 2017 sales jump by nearly a third
The online retail giant benefits from a strong holiday season and its Alexa digital assistant.
 
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Technology
Deepfake porn videos deleted from internet by Gfycat
The Gyfcat video clip hosting service says the computer-generated clips are objectionable.
Atari co-founder denied award over sexist behaviour
Social media campaign sees top gaming body abandon plan to honour Atari founder.
Capital
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The entourages of the travel elite
When travelling with super-rich jet-setters is part of your job
 
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How Ikea has changed the way we shop
The furniture giant influences buyer behaviour in subtle – but powerful – ways
Culture
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How ocean liners shaped modern design
The luxurious Art Deco ships that symbolised speed, glamour and adventure
 
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The TV comedy that skewers millennials
Portlandia reflects how those on the left love to make fun of themselves
Earth
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BBC Earth nominated for Lovie Awards
A finalist in three categories ‘honouring the best of the European internet'
 
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New BBC Earth film coming soon
Earth: One Amazing Day, the long awaited sequel to box-office hit Earth
Future
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How your social media betrays your mood
Could your tweets predict your mental health status?
 
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Is tongue rolling down to genes?
A tale with a surprising twist
Travel
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Where Dutch directness comes from
‘We think truthfulness goes before empathy’
 
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Macaroni cheese’s mysterious origins
Despite its worldwide popularity, a trail of clues points to the Swiss Alps
 
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