Saturday, April 3, 2021

Bridgerton fans mourn as Regé-Jean Page's exit confirmed for second season

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Kim Kardashian joins those lamenting the news about the second series of the popular Netflix show.

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Spain drug bust: 'Speedboat smugglers' arrested

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Some 100 suspected gang members are accused of trafficking cannabis from Morocco.

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Graffiti art defaced by spectators at South Korea gallery

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A couple visiting the South Korean gallery painted over the piece thinking it was participatory art.

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Suez Canal traffic jam caused by stuck ship Ever Given 'cleared'

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The last vessels blocked by the Ever Given have now passed through the Suez Canal, authorities say.

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Deshaun Watson: Houston Texans quarterback being investigated by police amid 21 civil lawsuits

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Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson is being investigated by police amid allegations of inappropriate behaviour and sexual assault.

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Egypt mummies to pass through Cairo in ancient rulers' parade

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The Cairo spectacle will see the remains of 18 kings and four queens taken to a new resting place.

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Taiwan: Prosecutors seek arrest after train crash which killed 50

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A construction manager's lorry is suspected of sliding on to train tracks, causing the derailment.

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Covid-19: Italy begins strict Easter lockdown

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The measures come as Italy battles a third wave of the pandemic, with more than 20,000 new cases daily.

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Street racing: They're fast, Atlanta's furious

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Screeching tyres disturb the peace in Atlanta, Georgia, as street racers claim the city's highways.

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The women fighting South Africa's 'infodemic'

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South Africa has faced a wave of Covid misinformation, but volunteers are fighting back.

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Week in pictures: 27 March - 2 April 2021

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A selection of powerful images taken around the world this week.

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Friday, April 2, 2021

Taiwan: Rescue efforts after train derailment

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Rescuers are trying to access several badly damaged carriages as up to 200 people remain trapped.

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Covid 19: Pakistan among new countries added to England's travel ban list

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Travel from Pakistan, Bangladesh, Kenya or the Philippines will not be allowed from 9 April.

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USS Johnston: Sub dives to deepest-known shipwreck

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A submersible has reached the USS Johnston, which lies 6.5km beneath the waves in the Pacific.

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Italian restaurant owner wrongly targeted by US sanctions

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It was a case of mistaken identity for the restaurant owner in Verona who has now been taken off blacklist.

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Sachin Tendulkar: India cricket legend in hospital with Covid-19

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The cricket legend says he is in hospital "as a matter of abundant precaution under medical advice".

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Africa's week in pictures: 26 March-1 April 2021

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A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent.

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Michelle Obama: Girls 'all give me hope'

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Speaking to girls from London schools, the former US first lady had inspiring messages to share.

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Taiwan: Dozens feared dead after train derails inside tunnel

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Rescuers are struggling to access four carriages inside a tunnel that are "badly damaged".

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Stock markets hit new records on Biden spending plan

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Asian markets have edged higher after optimistic investors pushed Wall Street to new highs overnight.

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Stock markets hit new records on Biden spending plan

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Asian markets have edged higher after optimistic investors pushed Wall Street to new highs overnight.

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Italian restaurant owner wrongly targeted by US sanctions

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It was a case of mistaken identity for the restaurant owner in Verona who has now been taken off blacklist.

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Dutch PM Rutte narrowly survives no-confidence vote

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Mark Rutte is accused of lying and trying to sideline an MP during talks to form a governing coalition.

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Australia: geologist beaten up by 'angriest octopus' on beach

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In a video, the octopus can be seen in shallow waters lashing out at geologist Lance Karlson.

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Oxfam suspends two aid workers amid sex exploitation claims in DR Congo

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Some staff fear the charity has not learnt the lessons of the 2018 Haiti scandal, the Times reports.

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What it's like driving across the new Irish trade border

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Three months since the creation of the new Irish trade border, the BBC travelled with a lorry driver.

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Nike wins lawsuit over 'Satan Shoes' with human blood

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The art collective that sold the customised Nike sneakers has shipped all but one of the 666 pairs.

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Bottling it: How breweries have survived lockdown

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Over the three national lockdowns most pubs have been shut, meaning breweries have had to adapt.

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James Charles: YouTube star admits to messaging underage boys

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The 21-year-old posted a video on YouTube addressing the recent accusations, saying he believed they were 18.

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Then and now: Rising temperatures threaten corals

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In a monthly feature, we explain how warming waters threaten the survival of a wonder of the seas.

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'The grim reality of reporting in China that forced me out’

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Beijing is ruthlessly shutting down reporters, says John Sudworth, who was forced to move to Taiwan.

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Celebrities in Australia anger stranded citizens over 'double standard'

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Dozens of Hollywood stars have relocated during the pandemic while many Australians remain shut out.

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Solitary confinement: New York bans prison isolation over 15 days

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New York is bringing in solitary confinement reforms amid calls for changes throughout the US system.

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Riz Ahmed: 'Listening is not just with your ears'

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The Oscar-nominated star of Sound of Metal on why it was his hardest and most rewarding screen role.

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Thursday, April 1, 2021

Dragons' Den: The hits, misses, and why investments fall through

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Peter Jones and Sara Davies discuss the mechanics of the BBC One show ahead of its 18th series.

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Google rejigs remote working as its reopens offices

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The tech giant said it will only let staff work from home for more than 14 days a year if they apply for it.

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Google rejigs remote working as its reopens offices

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The tech giant said it will only let staff work from home for more than 14 days a year if they apply for it.

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Germany 1-2 North Macedonia: Four-time world champions suffer shock defeat

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North Macedonia stun Germany as Elif Elmas' late goal secures a shock win in World Cup qualifying.

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Covid vaccine manufacturers should work with poorer countries, says WTO chief

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WTO head Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala says the AstraZeneca deal with India is a good example.

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'Child among four dead' in shooting at office building in Orange, California

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Police say the suspect was shot and wounded and the situation has now been "stabilised".

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Covid vaccine manufacturers should work with poorer countries, says WTO chief

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WTO head Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala says the AstraZeneca deal with India is a good example.

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Runway dining at $540 a meal proving hit in Japan

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Japan's biggest airline is making the most of grounded planes while Australian carriers are cutting prices.

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Hong Kong: Media mogul Jimmy Lai found guilty over 2019 mass protests

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The Apple Daily founder is among seven people found guilty of unauthorised assembly in 2019 protests.

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Brazil: More than 60,000 people died of Covid-19 in March

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Despite the rising cases, President Bolsonaro urges local governors to ease lockdown measures.

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Runway dining at $540 a meal proving hit in Japan

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Japan's biggest airline is making the most of grounded planes while Australian carriers are cutting prices.

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Microsoft to sell augmented reality goggles to army

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The tech giant will provide around 120,000 headsets to the US army in a 10-year deal worth $21.9bn.

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Facebook bans 'voice of Trump' from platform

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An interview with the ex-president was posted by his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, on Facebook.

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'I have put everything into my winery'

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South Africa's winemakers hope for a brighter future after a very tough 12 months.

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George Floyd: What witnesses have said in the Chauvin trial

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Witnesses in Minneapolis have given emotional testimony about being at the scene of Mr Floyd's arrest.

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Tiger Woods crash: Los Angeles police determine the cause of golfer's car accident

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The details of what caused Tiger Woods' car crash will only be released if the 15-time major winner gives permission for police to share their findings.

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Covid: Brisbane lockdown to end ahead of Easter weekend

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The Australian city of two million residents has seen a low infection rate, but concerns remain.

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Can a VR headset or pot plant boost productivity?

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From peloton bikes to teabags - how the corporate world is motivating home workers.

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CEO Secrets: 'The stress of being a boss made my hair fall out'

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An entrepreneur explains the strategy he devised to protect himself from mental burnout.

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Inside the lives of Asian massage workers: 'How can we not be scared?'

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Asian female massage workers in the US speak up about the stigma surrounding their profession.

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Germany and Namibia: What's the right price to pay for genocide?

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Germany is set to apologise to Namibia for a genocide more than 100 years ago - and to pay an as yet unknown amount of money.

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How satellite images are helping one country hand out cash

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Togo has found a new way to send emergency cash to people struggling in the pandemic.

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Why I bought the Lil Nas X 'Satan Shoes'

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With art collective MSCHF, singer Lil Nas X created a pair of pricey and controversial trainers.

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021

Deliveroo shares drop 30% on stock market debut

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Deliveroo shares open well below expected price after big investors' attitude to company soured.

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New York City hunt for man who repeatedly kicked Asian American woman

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The attack left the victim, 65, in hospital and police said the suspect made anti-Asian statements.

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Italian officer 'caught selling secrets to Russia'

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Military police detain a navy officer and a Russian in the act of exchanging secret documents, say police.

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Why Narendra Modi's visit to Bangladesh led to 12 deaths

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The Indian PM's visit to Bangladesh turned deadly last week as violent protests erupted on his arrival.

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Indonesia crash: Sriwijaya Air plane's voice recorder recovered

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The "black box" could explain why the Sriwijaya Air jet crashed into the sea in January.

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Terrace House: Japan man fined $80 over Netflix star's suicide

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Before she died, Hana Kimura had written social media posts implying she was cyberbullied.

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Chauvin trial: 'I called police on the police'

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The prosecution called several witnesses - some becoming emotional - on day two of the proceedings.

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Nashville floods kill four people

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The storms in Tennessee required 100 people to be rescued from vehicles and buildings.

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Volvo goes global with its Swedish family values

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The Chinese-owned carmaker will offer its generous parental leave scheme to 40,000 employees globally.

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Chinese-owned Volvo takes on Sweden's family values

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The carmaker will offer a generous paid parental leave scheme to its 40,000 employees globally.

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Google Maps to start showing eco-friendly routes

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The driving app will highlight journeys with lowest emissions based on factors such as traffic.

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Watergate mastermind G Gordon Liddy dies aged 90

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G Gordon Liddy served nearly five years in jail for his role in the scandal that toppled President Nixon.

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Google Maps to start showing eco-friendly routes

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The driving app will highlight journeys with lowest emissions based on factors such as traffic.

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Xiaomi to invest $10bn in electric vehicle race

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The Chinese phone maker is entering a competitive market to build electric cars of the future.

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Covid: Australia falls 85% short of vaccine delivery goal

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The slow rollout sparks concern as Brisbane faces a possible extension of a citywide lockdown.

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Biden's dog Major bites again at White House

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Major had been sent to Delaware for training after nipping a White House employee earlier this month.

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The businesses counting the cost of Brexit red tape

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Three months since the end of the transition period, bosses share their stories of how trade has changed.

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Brexit: UK 'risks falling behind' EU on workers’ rights

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The EU is working to improve conditions but the UK is not keeping pace, says the TUC.

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'I catch rats for a living and couldn’t be happier'

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How to work your way to happiness, and break that daily grind.

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A few frequent flyers 'dominate air travel'

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A small minority of frequent flyers dominates air travel in countries with high aviation emissions.

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The cost of speaking up against China

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Uyghurs abroad describe a pattern of harassment and intimidation they say is designed to silence them.

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Beware the return of the Iberian wolf, say Spain's farmers

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A plan to ban hunting of wolves in north-west Spain worries farmers but is hailed by conservationists.

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China sets sights on Middle East with Iran co-operation deal

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The strategic accord will help expand Chinese influence in the region and challenge US dominance.

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Tuesday, March 30, 2021

Mexico police under fire after woman's death in custody

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Mexico's president said the mother-of-two from El Salvador had been "brutally treated and murdered".

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Easter egg sales 'soar by almost 50%'

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Spending on Easter eggs is up by almost £50m, research suggests, as people prepare for weekend celebrations.

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Liberty Steel nationalisation 'an option' says business secretary

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Kwasi Kwarteng concerned about "black box" structure of firm but won't rule out public ownership,

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Manipur: India state reverses order turning away Myanmar refugees

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Officials say an earlier order issued amid reports of people fleeing the coup was "misconstrued".

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Wetherspoon plans new pubs and jobs if ‘no further lockdowns’

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The chain plans to open 18 new pubs and upgrade others, but only if there are no more Covid restrictions.

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Suez Canal: Ships begin sailing through cleared waterway

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Authorities hope to clear the backlog of vessels waiting to use the vital trade route within days.

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Uyghurs: Xinjiang cotton ban is self-defeating, China tells H&M

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Western brands are facing Chinese boycotts for expressing concern over the treatment of Uyghurs.

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Suez Canal reopens after giant stranded ship is freed

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It took almost a week to dislodge a giant container ship blocking one the world's busiest trade routes.

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Inauguration poet Amanda Gorman: 'My life changed in six minutes'

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Amanda Gorman became the youngest inaugural poet when she recited The Hill We Climb.

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US to seize Top Glove products over labour abuses

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Customs and Border Protection says the Malaysian firm uses forced labour to make disposable gloves.

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Covid: Brazil ministers replaced in major cabinet reshuffle

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President Bolsonaro has seen his popularity plummet amid criticism of his handling of the pandemic.

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Covid-19: World leaders call for international pandemic treaty

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Boris Johnson and more than 20 other leaders say another health crisis is a matter of "not if, but when".

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Lady Gaga dog walker Ryan Fischer 'had to have part of his lung removed'

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Ryan Fischer was shot in the chest as he walked the star's three French bulldogs in February.

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Nike sues over 'Satan Shoes' with human blood

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Nike sues an art collective over its 'Satan Shoes', produced in collaboration with rapper Lil Nas X.

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'Finding work feels impossible for my generation'

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Young people could see rising levels of unemployment even as the crisis eases, warns Prince's Trust.

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AstraZeneca vaccine - was it really worth it?

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AstraZeneca has become a political football in a European blame game over its covid vaccine.

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How bees and drones team up to find landmines

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Drones are being used to track bees that have been trained to sense chemicals in landmines.

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Is this the future for international business deals?

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A new facility has opened in Singapore where business people hold meetings in glass "bubbles".

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Hong Kong: China to pass 'patriot' electoral reforms

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The changes aim to only have "patriots" in office in Hong Kong but critics warn it will stifle dissent.

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George Floyd: Americans react to Day One of the Chauvin trial

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A black political hopeful, a Minnesota resident and a retired officer share their thoughts.

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Photographing the "endless diversity" of America by streetlight

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Photographer Daniel Freeman travelled across the US to capture striking night-time shots.

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Hong Kong: What is China's 'patriot' plan for electoral reform?

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Aiming to tighten control over Hong Kong, China wants only "patriots" to run for office.

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Nike sues Lil Nas X over blood-filled 'Satan Shoes'

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Nike is suing Lil Nas X and an art collective for using its shoes to make a controversial product.

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Monday, March 29, 2021

Credit Suisse and Nomura warn of hedge fund hit to profits

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Major investment banks warn of losses after hedge fund crisis sparks share dump of billons of pounds.

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Galápagos tortoises: 185 babies seized from smugglers

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Officials found 185 baby Galápagos tortoises wrapped in plastic and packed into a suitcase.

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Mozambique conflict: What's behind the unrest?

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Islamic militants operating in the north have been the cause of growing concern in the region.

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Deliveroo flotation price to be at bottom of target range

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The food delivery business says it is pricing shares "responsibly" amid “volatile” market conditions.

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French drug company fined over Mediator weight loss pill

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The drug was authorised for overweight diabetics but is believed to have killed hundreds of people.

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Trump asks wedding party: 'Do you miss me yet?'

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Donald Trump turned up at a wedding at Mar-a-Lago and railed against Joe Biden, China and Iran.

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Barack Obama's Kenyan grandmother dies, aged 99

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Affectionately known as Granny Sarah by the former president, she defended him during his election campaign.

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BBC reporter records phone call with fraudster

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BBC Money Box reporter Dan Whitworth was phoned by a fraudster and managed to record the call.

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George Floyd: Derek Chauvin trial begins as family demands justice

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Derek Chauvin, the white policeman accused of killing George Floyd in May last year, goes on trial.

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Suez canal: Stuck Ever Given container ship partially freed from shoreline

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The stranded Ever Given has been partly moved but efforts to fully refloat it will continue later.

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India Covid-19: PM Modi 'did not consult' before lockdown

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A BBC investigation finds that key ministries and states were not consulted ahead of the Covid lockdown.

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Australia PM shifts rape-accused minister in cabinet reshuffle

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Christian Porter - who denies rape - is no longer attorney general but will remain in the cabinet.

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Ever Given: Stranded Suez container ship reported freed

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Huge container ship blocking Suez Canal for a week now reported to be afloat.

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Indonesia fire: Massive blaze erupts at oil refinery

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Several have been injured and hundreds evacuated to safety from the blaze in West Java province.

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China's answer to YouTube slumps on market debut

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Shares of Bilibili opened 2.2% below their issue price before slipping further in early trade

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'It is so easy to choose what voluntary work to do'

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Charities are turning to technology to help them attract more volunteers.

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The Netflix show putting the spotlight on menopause

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The new Netflix show Bombay Begums puts the spotlight on menopause, but why aren't we talking about it?

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The Suez Canal blockage explored in numbers

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The costs are mounting as efforts to free the stranded Ever Given ship go into a sixth day.

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'It's do or die time for my insurer to pay up'

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Thousands of businesses across the country are feeling the pinch as insurers 'drag their heels' paying Covid claims.

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Learning to code 'will seriously change your life'

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Software developers are in high demand and well paid, but how do you break into the industry?

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Brisbane lockdown: Australian city to shut down over seven cases

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The Australian city of about two million people is to enter a snap three-day lockdown.

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George Floyd: When does Derek Chauvin's trial start?

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A US police officer is accused of killing a black man last year. Here's why the world is watching.

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'It is so easy to choose what voluntary work to do'

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Charities are turning to technology to help them attract more volunteers.

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Sunday, March 28, 2021

Covid: Barcelona hosts large gig after testing crowd

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The pilot project aims to see if mass Covid testing will allow the return of big events.

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Kenyan DJs sacked after blaming woman for being pushed off building

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The DJs apologise to a woman after debating if it was her fault that she was pushed off a building.

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Liberty Steel won't receive £170m bailout

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The government refuses a request for £170m to support the struggling metals group.

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Channel Nine cyber-attack disrupts live broadcasts in Australia

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The broadcaster says it is investigating whether the hack was "the work of a foreign nation".

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ICYMI: Hotdogs, hungry horses and orange skies

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See volcanic fast food and other stories in our weekly video round up: In Case You Missed It.

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Bolsonaro: Brazil's president ordered to pay damages to journalist

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A judge says Bolsonaro damaged a reporter's honour by suggesting she offered sex for information.

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Green Homes Grant scheme to insulate houses axed

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Homeowners were invited to apply for grants to insulate houses but the scheme is being suddenly ended.

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Coronavirus: Search after people flee Dublin hotel quarantine

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Two people remain missing after leaving a quarantine hotel on Saturday, but a third has been found.

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The lost letters that found New York drag scene's secret trailblazers

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The film PS Burn This Letter Please tells untold stories from the lives of 1950s drag artists.

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Makassar explosion: Worshippers wounded in Indonesian church bombing

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Police say suicide bombers attacked the church during a Palm Sunday service in Makassar.

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Suez Canal: Effort to refloat wedged container ship continues

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Tugboats will renew attempts to dislodge the Ever Given from the canal on Sunday.

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Earth Hour: Cities around the world turn lights off

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Famous landmarks around the world have been switching off their lights to raise awareness of environmental issues.

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Myanmar coup: US 'horrified' by deadliest day since military takeover

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International leaders condemn the military after Saturday's violence - the deadliest since the coup.

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India coronavirus: The high-risk young demanding Covid jabs

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Cancer patients who are under the age of 45 are struggling to get Covid jabs in India.

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Kenya's Mike Sonko: The rise and fall of Nairobi's ex-governor

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Mike Sonko was elected governor of Kenya's capital despite a criminal past - and now faces more legal woes.

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Hunting rare birds in Pakistan to feed the sex drive of princes

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A glimpse into the closed world of hunts for houbara bustards, thought by some to be an aphrodisiac.

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Easter celebrations set to rival Christmas - even down to the tree

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Easter trees and garden furniture are being sought out by shoppers keen to make the most of lockdown easing.

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Union creates hotline for disgruntled Amazon staff

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Unite urges workers to come forward to voice their complaints about hours, pay, targets and breaks.

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Covid: Rapid home test kits to be available for workers

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Firms in England with more than 10 employees that are unable to provide on-site testing can apply.

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Melbourne to Cairns: Meet the Australian skateboarding an 'insane' 4,000km

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Gordy says he is skating from Melbourne to Cairns but says he "didn't realise how big Australia was".

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Derek Chauvin trial: Why role of TV cameras could come into focus

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Cameras will be in court, thanks to the network behind OJ Simpson’s trial. What role will they play?

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AI: Ghost workers demand to be seen and heard

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Workers who label content and help computers understand language want their own voices to be heard.

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Project 17: The photograph that united a family

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A photograph of a "burner boy" working on a toxic dump in Ghana helped his family to find him.

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Jedward shave off their famous quiffs for cancer charity

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The Irish twins removed each other's quiffs live on TV in memory of their late mother.

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Mozambique insurgency: Islamist militants 'ambush workers fleeing hotel'

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Workers were trapped in a hotel when Islamist militants stormed the town of Palma, reports say.

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