The tour unfolded during India’s independence and partition, with cricketers facing turmoil.
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Living in Delhi smog is like watching a dystopian film again and again
Toxic, deadly, poisonous – these words are back in the headlines as Delhi’s pollution spikes again.
The former president seeking to lead Ghana once more
Mahama’s colourful story involves a historic coup, a stay in Moscow and a surprise dancehall hit.
Palestinian olive harvest under threat from Israeli attacks and restrictions
Harvesting olives is an economic necessity for many Palestinians, but it is increasingly precarious.
Ugandan opposition figure faces military court after Kenya expulsion
Kizza Besigye’s wife says he is being held in a military jail and demands the government free him.
MSF halts work in Haitian capital over attacks
The charity acts after an attack on its staff in the capital and the alleged killing of two patients by police.
Logan Paul accused of misleading fans over crypto investments
New evidence suggests the YouTuber promoted investments without revealing his financial interest in them.
Russian gains accelerating as Biden approves new weapon use for Ukraine
Moscow’s forces have taken more ground since September than they did over the course of 2023, analysts say.
Biden agrees to give Ukraine anti-personnel mines
A US official tells the BBC the mines will be given soon, as Russia advances steadily in the east.
Republican lawmaker moves to bar trans colleague from women’s bathrooms
The measure is introduced just weeks after Sarah McBride became the first-ever openly transgender lawmaker elected to the House.