Its Catalonia region closes its nightlife as other nations eye increases in new infections warily.
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Saturday, July 25, 2020
Istanbul Convention: Poland to leave European treaty on violence against women
Thousands of women have protested against the withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention.
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German crash: Three die as aircraft hits home in Wesel
The two-seater microlight hits the roof of the large house in the city of Wesel, causing a fire.
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France drugs: PM Castex to impose on-the-spot fines nationwide
The system will apply nationwide from September, as the new PM cracks down on "every day violence".
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Malaysia arrests Bangladeshi migrant who criticised government on TV
The Bangladeshi man criticised the treatment of undocumented workers during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Paw Patrol: Cartoon not cancelled despite White House comments
White House press Kayleigh McEnany got it wrong when she said the cartoon had been a victim of "cancel culture".
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South China Sea dispute: Australia says Beijing's claims have no legal basis
Australia tells the UN the claims have "no legal basis" as it aligns itself more closely with the US.
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ICYMI: Fake baby pandas, a spectacular comet and more
The stories you may have missed this week.
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Donald Trump acts to cut prescription drug prices in US
The president says his executive orders will overhaul the drug market, but some experts are sceptical.
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Supreme Court denies Nevada church's appeal of attendance restriction amid coronavirus pandemic
07/24/20 5:49 ...
Singapore man admits being Chinese spy in US
A court hearing is the latest incident as tensions rise between the US and China in recent days.
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Amazon, Google and Wish remove neo-Nazi products
A BBC investigation finds white-supremacist books and merchandise for sale on top retail platforms.
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Coronavirus: The week when everything changed for Trump
The president underwent a series of U-turns in an effort to save his re-election chances.
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Brazil's racial reckoning: 'Black lives matter here, too'
Police killed nearly six times as many people as in the US last year, and most of them were black.
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Why US-China relations are at their lowest point in decades
Tensions between the US and China are escalating at a dizzying pace. So what will happen next?
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WhereIsMyName: Afghan women campaign for the right to reveal their name
Afghan women are often forced to keep their name secret, even from doctors. But some are fighting back.
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Papa Shirandula: Kenyan actor Charles Bukeko remembered
The BBC's Ferdinand Omondi, a former soap actor himself, remembers an infectious comedic talent.
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Indonesia vows to end practice of bride kidnapping
On an island east of Bali, women are still being abducted for marriage. Now, there is hope it may end.
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By bike, boat and horseback: Epic coronavirus journeys home
With flights grounded and borders closed, these travellers took incredible steps to get home.
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Amazon, Google and Wish remove neo-Nazi products
A BBC investigation finds white-supremacist books and merchandise for sale on top retail platforms.
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Friday, July 24, 2020
Coronavirus: Vietnam bans wildlife trade over pandemic risk
The ban covers the import of wildlife and wildlife products as well as markets, including online sales.
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Sudan mass grave linked to anti-Bashir coup attempt
The 28 bodies are thought to be army officers involved in a failed coup against Omar al-Bashir in 1990.
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Coronavirus: Dr Anthony Fauci throws first pitch of US baseball season
The US' leading expert in infectious diseases, Dr Anthony Fauci, opens the US baseball season with a ceremonial throw.
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Google, Facebook, Amazon, Apple hearing faces delay
The anti-trust hearing is set to be postponed after the death of civil rights leader John Lewis.
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Former Concentration Camp Guard Convicted in Germany
A German court on Thursday convicted a 93-year-old former SS private of being an accessory to murder at the Stutthof concentration camp, where he served as a guard in the final months of World War II. He was given a two-year suspended sentence.
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Chicago pulls Columbus statue from Grant Park overnight: reports
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What will it take to stop India's police brutality?
Two recent cases have once again highlighted the problem of police brutality in the country.
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China Tells US to Close Consulate in Chengdu in Growing Spat
China ordered the United States on Friday to close its consulate in the western city of Chengdu, ratcheting up a diplomatic conflict at a time when relations have sunk to their lowest level in decades.
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China orders US to close consulate in Chengdu
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Retail sales continue to bounce back in June
Sales rose by 13.9%, said the Office for National Statistics, with demand boosted by food shops.
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US consulate: China orders US consulate closure in tit-for-tat move
The move comes days after the US ordered China to close its consulate in Houston.
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Hagia Sophia: Former Istanbul museum to open for Muslim worshippers
The former museum will open to worshippers for the first time after being turned back into a mosque.
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Behrouz Boochani: Refugee author granted asylum in New Zealand
Behrouz Boochani was held on Manus Island for six years under Australia's harsh asylum policy.
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Taiwan laundry: Elderly models are unexpected Instagram hit
A man's wish to stop his grandparents being bored leads to unexpected fame and new happiness.
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Coronavirus: New face covering rules come into force in England
Customers in shops, banks, post offices and takeaways are among those who must now wear masks.
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What is redundancy, who can be made redundant and what are my rights?
As thousands of job losses owing to coronavirus are announced, here is a guide to your financial entitlements.
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Coronavirus: Question mark over 2021 Tokyo Olympics
The Olympics are now one year away - again - but some athletes fear that they won't happen at all.
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IS prisoner issue a ticking timebomb for the West
Unfinished business of foreign fighters presents a renewed security problem in the world.
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Reopening US schools 'makes our kids guinea pigs'
Florida's decision to reopen all brick and mortar schools in August caused a teacher backlash.
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Idris Khattak: 'My father was taken and I don't know why'
Unknown men put a bag over Idris Khattak's head and took him from his car on a highway interchange.
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Did Sweden's coronavirus strategy succeed or fail?
Despite global criticism, Sweden has seen a drop in serious Covid cases without ever having a lockdown.
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Nasa Mars rover: How Perseverance will hunt for signs of past life
If there was life on Mars, how will the US space agency's next robot rover recognise it?
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Thursday, July 23, 2020
Hiker stranded for 40 hours in the desert films himself
Robert Ringo fell and broke his leg on a hike and did not have a way to communicate.
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Coronavirus: Ministers urged to end face coverings 'confusion'
The government has been accused of mixed messages over whether the masks should be worn in takeaways.
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China-US row: Fugitive researcher 'hiding in San Francisco consulate'
The researcher lied about her military background, the FBI says, amid a row over Chinese consulates.
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Twitter says hackers viewed 36 accounts' private messages
The social network said that one of those affected was a Dutch elected official.
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Uganda - where security forces may be more deadly than coronavirus
No-one has officially died from Covid-19 in Uganda, but 12 people have allegedly been killed by security officers.
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India's diamond-studded response to the virus
Jewelers have been inspired by the pandemic to turn every day masks into something precious.
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China's Star market aims to take on the Nasdaq
Launched a year ago, the tech-heavy Chinese stock market is already worth more than $400bn.
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Last Qantas 747 jet says goodbye with 'flying kangaroo' in sky
Australia says farewell to an era of aviation with the retirement of the final Qantas Boeing 747.
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China's Tianwen-1 Mars rover rockets away from Earth
The Asian country's first surface mission to the Red Planet heads out on a Long March 5 rocket.
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Woody Johnson: US ambassador to UK denies making racist comments
Woody Johnson says media reports he made insensitive comments about race and gender are "false".
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Western brands face pressure over China Uighur ties
Activists have accused Western companies of "bolstering and benefiting" from abuses of China's Muslim minority.
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China's Star market aims to take on the Nasdaq
Launched a year ago, the tech-heavy Chinese stock market is already worth more than $400bn.
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Western brands face pressure over China Uighur ties
Activists have accused Western companies of "bolstering and benefiting" from abuses of China's Muslim minority.
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Coronavirus: South Korea in recession as exports at 57-year low
It joins a growing list of trade-reliant countries that have seen their economies slump.
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Coronavirus: South Korea in recession as exports at 57-year low
It joins a growing list of trade-reliant countries that have seen their economies slump.
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Madeleine McCann suspect investigated over rape link
Portuguese police are investigating if a suspect in the case may be linked to a rape three years before.
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George Floyd murder suspect Derek Chauvin charged with tax evasion
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is charged with multiple counts of tax evasion.
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Canada court rules US 'not safe' for asylum seekers
The US violates the human rights of asylum seekers by imprisoning them, a Canadian judge rules.
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Top 10 tips for diversifying your workplace
How can firms diversify workplaces? Race equality business champion Karen Blackett has some tips.
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Abood Hamam: 'A picture can kill you or save your life'
For years Abood Hamam sent war photos out of Syria anonymously. Now he's using his name, and urging exiles to return.
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George Floyd death: The other names we're also hearing now
For some bereaved relatives fighting for justice the spotlight can be welcome, but it's still painful
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Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Andrew Mlangeni: Last Mandela co-accused dies aged 95
The South African president says Mr Mlangeni's death signifies the end of a generational history.
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Coronavirus: The great contact-tracing apps mystery
Germany and Switzerland are not sure how well their apps are working as the data is out of bounds.
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Tsunami warning issued for parts of Alaska
07/22/20 12:01 ...
NWSL: Serena Williams & Natalie Portman invest in new LA women's football team
A group including Serena Williams is to fund a new Los Angeles-based women's team set to launch in time for the National Women's Soccer League in spring 2022.
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Sydney police 'asked woman to remove tampon' in strip-search
A review into police conduct during five controversial strip-searches has called for an official apology.
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Coronavirus: Airlines call for joint US-European testing scheme
Major carriers in the US and Europe want a coordinated programme to get passengers flying again.
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Matiullah Jan: Pakistan anger as video shows reporter's abduction
Matiullah Jan, a prominent journalist, was missing for hours, but is now back home.
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Coronavirus: Airlines call for joint US-European testing scheme
Major carriers in the US and Europe want a coordinated programme to get passengers flying again.
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Britney Spears: What exactly is the #FreeBritney campaign?
The superstar's conservatorship and the social media movement - explained.
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Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong: ‘A few cars are following me’
Joshua Wong believes he is now being followed, after the new security law was passed by China.
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Chicago shooting wounds at least 9 on South Side, police say
07/21/20 6:10 ...
QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory
The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to "offline harm".
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QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory
The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to "offline harm".
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Belarus election: Snatched from the streets in Europe's 'last dictatorship'
Activists and journalists are being rounded up and jailed in Belarus ahead of next month’s elections.
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Trump pivots: 'I'm getting used to the mask'
The president urged Americans to wear a face covering, having previously disparaged them as unsanitary.
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Tokyo Olympics postponement leaves UK firms in limbo
With the Tokyo Olympics delayed to 2021 due to Covid-19, UK firms have seen their plans disrupted.
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AO.com boss: 'Behave as if your mum is watching'
John Roberts, founder of white goods retailer AO.com, shares his business advice for CEO Secrets.
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Coronavirus: How the outbreak has hit tourism in Africa
Africa's tourism sector is battling to survive as coronavirus keeps away holidaymakers from abroad.
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Coronavirus in India: 'PM Modi, please make men share housework!'
After India's lockdown revealed some hard truths about housework, one woman set out to fix the gender gap.
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Singapore election: Does the political shake-up change anything?
It's only ever been run by one party, but another has inched forward to challenge its dominance.
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How deep are Britain and China's economic ties?
The two countries' growing relationship includes nuclear power projects, foreign students and trade.
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Moon bears: Korean campaigners call for farm closures
Animal rights campaigners are calling for the closure of hundreds of moon bear farms.
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Tuesday, July 21, 2020
Russia report: UK 'top target' for Russia
The Intelligence and Security Committee said the UK's close relationship with the US made it a priority.
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Dua Lipa sparks controversy with 'Greater Albania' map tweet
Some accuse the singer of stoking Albanian nationalism, while others say she is defending people's rights.
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Churchill's legacy leaves Indians questioning his hero status
Yogita Limaye explores how Indians are questioning more about the dark chapters of colonial history.
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UK Coronavirus Vaccine Prompts Immune Response in Early Test
Scientists at Oxford University say their experimental coronavirus vaccine has been shown in an early trial to prompt a protective immune response in hundreds of people who got the shot.
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Woman takes selfie as wild bear sniffs her hair
This brown bear definitely was not social distancing as he pawed at an incredibly calm park visitor.
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UK debt climbs in June amid coronavirus pandemic
Government borrowing eased back to £35.5bn but is still five times more than last June.
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Coronavirus: EU leaders reach recovery deal after marathon summit
Talks chairman Charles Michel says the €750bn deal is a "pivotal moment" for the 27-nation bloc.
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Dreamworld accident: Operator charged over Australian theme park deaths
Four people were crushed to death on a water ride at the Australian theme park in 2016.
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Coronavirus: India's biggest airline IndiGo to cut 10% of staff
The low cost carrier is the latest airline to make cuts as coronavirus-related restrictions hit demand.
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Coronavirus: EU leaders reach recovery deal after marathon summit
Talks ran into a fourth night, as nations worst hit by the virus clashed with those worried about costs.
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Coronavirus: India's biggest airline IndiGo to cut 10% of staff
The low cost carrier is the latest airline to make cuts as coronavirus-related restrictions hit demand.
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M&S: Five reasons the retailer is struggling
M&S has brought forward plans to cut jobs in the pandemic, but its problems date back much further.
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Michigan judge refuses to free girl in missed homework case
The decision to send the 15-year-old girl to juvenile detention has sparked protests in the US.
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China warns UK of 'consequences' over Hong Kong 'interference'
The Chinese ambassador in London says the UK has "blatantly interfered" in China's internal affairs.
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'This is our final showdown with Uber, and the stakes are high'
After a five-year legal battle, Uber drivers will learn whether they will be recognised as employees.
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'I was standing at the wrong end of a machine gun'
Sir Jack Petchey built a huge property empire and his own charity, but it was not all plain sailing.
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By bike, boat and horseback: Epic coronavirus journeys home
With flights grounded and borders closed, these travellers took incredible steps to get home.
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Coronavirus: Why are Americans so angry about masks?
How face coverings meant to curb virus spread became grounds for political battle.
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Indonesia vows to end practice of bride kidnapping
On an island east of Bali, women are still being abducted for marriage. Now, there is hope it may end.
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TikTok: How app got caught up in the US-China clash
Why is there so much controversy surrounding the popular short-video app?
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'Why our Nigerian online wedding suits us just fine'
Two young Nigerian couples on why they don't regret doing things their own way and breaking with tradition.
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Monday, July 20, 2020
Amber Heard: Johnny Depp hit me during row over pre-nuptial agreement
US actress Amber Heard takes the witness stand in ex-husband Johnny Depp's libel case.
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TikTok: 'We don't give user data to China'
A senior company official tells the BBC the video-sharing app is not "under the thumb" of China.
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Gunman attacks family of US federal judge Esther Salas
An attacker dressed as a FedEx driver is sought after the shooting at the home of judge Esther Salas.
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Hong Kong: UK set to suspend extradition treaty with Chinese territory
It comes amid rising tensions between London and Beijing over a controversial national security law.
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Why some Kenyans still deny coronavirus exists
Kenya has had more than 11,000 cases of Covid-19 and 200 deaths, yet many don't take it seriously.
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How Boeing’s 747 became the 'Queen of the Skies'
A brief history of Boeing's 747, once dubbed the "Queen of the Skies", but which is now being grounded by many airlines.
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TikTok 'not under Chinese government's thumb'
A senior company official tells the BBC that it would refuse any request for data from China.
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Coronavirus: Wrangling over huge EU recovery plan enters fourth day
EU leaders are still struggling to reach a deal on a recovery fund, with deep differences remaining.
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Coronavirus: Young people on benefits double in lockdown
Experts fear it may take up to four years for youth unemployment to recover from the pandemic.
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Coronavirus: China's cinemas start to reopen after shutdowns
The country is the second largest film market in the world after the US, with a box office of $9.2bn in 2019.
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New Zealand: New volcano alert system 'could have warned of White Island eruption'
They say their system could have given 16 hours warning of the deadly White Island eruption of 2019.
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Coronavirus: China's cinemas start to reopen after shutdowns
The country is the second largest film market in the world after the US, with a box office of $9.2bn in 2019.
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Coronavirus: Wrangling over huge EU recovery plan enters fourth day
EU leaders are still struggling to reach a deal on a recovery fund, with deep differences remaining.
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07/19/20 6:46 ...
Government 'must stop garment worker exploitation'
The home secretary must act on reports of exploitation at UK suppliers, say MPs and retailers.
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Test case on virus insurance payouts to begin
The case will rule whether many businesses should get payouts for damage caused by the pandemic.
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Klarna: We tightened our lending in lockdown
The buy now, pay later service says it changed its policies to guard against defaulting customers.
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US election 2020: Kanye West launches unconventional bid for presidency
Fans have questioned whether the rapper's last-minute bid for the presidency is genuine.
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Coronavirus: Lessons from 2008 for the class of 2020
Advice for people leaving education on how to handle employment prospects in the wake of coronavirus.
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The Mongolian Rooney, the thief, and the fightback
A fake agent stole $6,000 from a teenager with ambitions to become a footballer - then he fought back.
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'I was standing at the wrong end of a machine gun'
Sir Jack Petchey built a huge property empire and his own charity, but it was not all plain sailing.
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Danish murder on Bornholm island raises tension in race debate
Police and prosecutors rule out racism, but activists ask if hate crimes are being properly investigated.
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Coronavirus in South Asia: Is a lack of testing hiding scale of the outbreak?
India has emerged as a hotspot, but new cases in neighbouring countries appear to be on the decline.
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Sunday, July 19, 2020
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TikTok's UK headquarters in doubt amid US pressure
Uncertainty over the Chinese video sharing app comes as tension mounts between the UK and China.
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Coronavirus: Zimbabwe arrests 100,000 for 'violations' of measures
Police say people violated the measures but critics say the government is targeting the opposition.
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Assam flooding: Several rare rhinos die in India's Kaziranga park
Eight one-horned rhinos have been killed after rains left 85% of the Kaziranga park under water.
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China's ambassador challenged on treatment of Uighurs
China's ambassador to the UK is confronted with drone footage that appears to show Uighurs being blindfolded and led to trains.
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Nantes cathedral volunteer detained after fire
The Rwandan refugee was responsible for closing up the cathedral the day before the fire.
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Iran halts execution of three protesters after online campaign
It comes after a hashtag against their execution was used millions of times online.
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Coronavirus: Hong Kong reports biggest one-day rise in cases
The territory will bring back strict lockdown measures, after more than 100 new infections.
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John Lewis: 'He was fighting for justice when it wasn't cool'
Atlanta residents pay tribute to civil rights icon John Lewis.
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China floods: Huai river alert level raised amid heavy rains
Heavy rains have swept across China for weeks, from the southwest to the east coast.
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Coronavirus: Ex-factory owner's 'horror' at sweatshop claims
Manjit Jaswal's firm closed in 2018 but the Sunday Times claimed it exploited workers in lockdown.
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Coronavirus: EU leaders start third day of recovery talks
As global cases rise by record numbers, EU leaders struggle to reach a deal on a recovery package.
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Portland protests: Oregon state files lawsuit against federal US government
The state attorney general accuses the federal government of violating citizens' rights in protests.
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Coronavirus: WHO reports record single-day global increase in cases
The number of new cases has surpassed 250,000 in a day, the World Health Organization says.
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Coronavirus: New Avon sellers double during UK lockdown
There has been a surge in people signing up to sell Avon beauty products over the past few months.
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Coronavirus: The slow death of the American all-you-can-eat buffet
Buffets, beloved by many Americans, are rapidly changing their business model to adapt to the virus.
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'My Nigerian great-grandfather sold slaves'
Colonial slave-traders are seeing their legacies reassessed, but what about the Africans who profited?
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Coronavirus face masks: Why men are less likely to wear masks
Covid-19 kills more men than women, so why are they shunning protective masks the most?
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Spain's monarchy shaken by Juan Carlos's hidden Swiss fortune
King Juan Carlos abdicated in 2014 but is once again in the spotlight over his financial dealings.
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'I was found as a baby wrapped in my mum's coat – but who am I?'
For 70 years Tony May knew nothing about where he came from, except that he'd been left on the bank of the Thames.
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Coronavirus: Are mutations making it more infectious?
While there have been thousands of changes to the virus only one is seen as possibly altering its behaviour.
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