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Kenya battles to stop the 'goons and guns' as fears of political violence grow

More than 100 gangs are operating nationwide as the growing use of political thugs raises fears of election violence. from BBC News https://bbc.in/4d73TxT

Trump claims other presidents flouted war powers law. It's a mixed record

Both Bushes and Reagan won authorisation for wars, but Obama and Clinton ducked the requirement. from BBC News https://bbc.in/4uiIAA5

Where's my Oscar? Eight times Academy Awards trophies have gone missing

From burglary to ransom, Oscar-winners like Frances McDormand, Jared Leto, Whoopi Goldberg and Olympia Dukakis have lost their coveted statuettes. from BBC News https://bbc.in/4ncY8mU

It's not just oil: Iran war also threatens Asia's food security

Planting season is beginning in Asia - but the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and Chinese restrictions has hit fertiliser supply. from BBC News https://bbc.in/4unAqGN

Three takeaways from Hegseth's clash with lawmakers over Iran war

The hours-long hearing was the first time the US defence secretary had faced questions under oath since the conflict began. from BBC News https://bbc.in/4tMYT8A

Outrage after Indian man carries his sister's skeleton to a bank to prove her death

A video from Odisha state of Jitu Munda taking the remains to the bank went viral this week, leading to anger. from BBC News https://bbc.in/3QzOkak