Today's Headlines: Syria takes Turkey 'violations' to UN, 'Intense' John Paul II letters revealed, The Revenant rules at Baftas

Syria takes Turkey 'violations' to UN

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Top News Stories Syria takes Turkey 'violations' to UN Syria condemns Turkish military action against Kurdish fighters in northern Syria which it has described as a violation of its sovereignty. 'Intense' John Paul II letters revealed Hundreds of letters that tell the story of Pope John Paul's close relationship to a married woman have been shown to the BBC. The Revenant rules at Baftas Leonardo DiCaprio wins best actor at the Baftas, while Kate Winslet, Brie Larson and Mark Rylance are also honoured. Ex-chief of Russian anti-doping 'dead' The former executive director of Russia's anti-doping agency, Nikita Kamaev, has died two months after resigning, Tass news agency reports.   Australia police seize A$1bn of meth Police in Sydney have seized methamphetamine worth more than A$1bn ($700m; £500m), much of it hidden inside bras. Sport We passed a mental test - Wenger Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes his side emerged successfully from a crucial mental test by beating Leicester. Joseph 'exceptional' in England win England head coach Eddie Jones praises Jonathan Joseph after the Bath centre's hat-trick helps England thrash Italy. Joseph 'exceptional' in England win England head coach Eddie Jones praises Jonathan Joseph after the Bath centre's hat-trick helps England thrash Italy. Top Videos VIDEO: How Saudi Arabia is tackling extremism VIDEO: 'Transform Mexico' Pope tells the people VIDEO: Viola Beach die in Sweden car crash VIDEO: Pakistan desert rally draws huge crowds

Magazine Will there be more fish or plastic in the sea in 2050? Will there really be more plastic than fish in the sea by 2050? Business Japan sees its economy contract Japan's economy contracts in the three months to December by 0.4% quarter on quarter, compounding the government's economic woes. HSBC to keep headquarters in London UK banking giant HSBC decides to keep its headquarters in London, following a review into whether to move elsewhere.   Technology The dating apps taking on Tinder Valentine's Day drives big audiences to dating apps - but with market leader Tinder boasting 26 million matches daily, is there room for competition? Women write better code, study suggests Computer code written by women has a higher approval rating than that written by men - but only if it is not obvious that the coders are female, new research suggests. From the BBC Cultural Calendar On now: Berlin International Film Festival From February 11th to 21st, Berlin will be buzzing with cinematic activity at various venues around the city.   Find out more about exciting events around the world in the BBC Cultural Calendar.

Autos Photo of the day: Black cab ink As London cabbies protest Uber, one driver shows his true colours   Car as 'driver'—what could go wrong? Meet the movies' 10 naughtiest computers, from HAL to Samantha Capital The speaker who can't speak Sourena Vasseghi can't speak – but he's built a career teaching others how   For the right partner, forget the kiss And ditch the flowers, too. This is the match that matters for lasting love Culture A swinging '60s star who's still a muse How Charlotte Rampling inspires photographer Juergen Teller   Quiz: Love quotes in literature Do you recognise these romantic declarations? Earth Why pairing up for life is a bad idea Sticking with the same partner is rarely a good plan   Sizzling hot dance of an Arctic flower The incredible compass plant, which has an in-built central heating system Future The Curious Cases of Rutherford & Fry Two intrepid docs solve your everyday mysteries   Do we all need to eat more protein? Or are those shakes a waste of money? Travel The colossal cost of ancient Rome Will the people of Rome let its ancient foundations crumble?   Why you should never give up on love A romance that blossomed on 36-hour layovers

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