Juan Carlos: Spain's former king confirmed to be in UAE

Juan Carlos, now linked to a corruption probe, has been in the Gulf country for two weeks, palace says.

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Ryanair cuts flights as EU virus rates hit bookings

The airline said activity for September and October "notably weakened" over the past 10 days.

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US tightens restrictions on Huawei computer chip access

The actions will aim to stop the firm buying computer chips made using US tech, even if they are made abroad.

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Ryanair cuts flights as EU virus rates hit bookings

The airline said activity for September and October "notably weakened" over the past 10 days.

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Colombia offers reward after eight young partygoers killed

Gunmen shot dead the youths at a party in Nariño province, an area where drug gangs are active.

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Thai protests: Thousands join rally in Bangkok

The anti-government rally in Bangkok is thought to be the biggest in the country for six years.

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'Hottest temperature on Earth' as Death Valley, US hits 54.4C

A reading of 130F (54.4C) recorded in Death Valley could be the highest reliable recording ever.

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Selfridges to offer clothing rental in environmental push

Customers are demanding that businesses take environmental concerns seriously, says boss.

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Belarus protests: 'There's no way back. The people will not forgive this'

Belarusian media figures tell the BBC how their lives have been turned upside down during the protests.

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Morrisons considers ditching all 'bags for life' for paper

The grocer says customers are ready to stop using plastic bags and promises sturdy paper replacements.

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New best story on Hacker News: Apple Music on Android asks user's card details to avoid Google's 30% cut

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New best story on Hacker News: Remote work is reshaping San Francisco, as tech workers flee and rents fall

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Strikes expected in Belarus after mass protests

Rallies against the disputed election were held over the weekend but the president remains defiant.

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Coronavirus: Japan suffers its biggest economic slump on record

The world’s third largest economy saw growth contract by a record 27.8% amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Ruby Princess: New South Wales premier apologises over cruise ship outbreak

State officials made "serious mistakes" in letting 2,650 ship passengers disembark, an inquiry found.

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USPS: Pelosi to recall the House to 'save' the post office

Speaker Nancy Pelosi accuses President Donald Trump of a "campaign to sabotage the election".

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Egypt TikTok and Instagram stars pay heavy price for 'indecency'

They have millions of followers, but Egypt's social media stars are paying a heavy price.

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The couple blamed for an Islamic State attack on their wedding

An Islamic State bomb devastated the happiest day of Rehana and Mirwais' life - then they were blamed.

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Joe Biden: Where does the US presidential hopeful stand on key issues?

Where does the 2020 Democratic presidential hopeful stand on key issues for voters in the election?

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The two students who took on Coke and Pepsi

German friends Mirco Wiegert and Lorenz Hampl launched best-selling Fritz-Kola in 2003.

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Beirut explosion: The story of Platoon Five

Nine firefighters and paramedic Sahar Fares were the first on the scene when a large fire was reported at Beirut's Warehouse 12, on the city's northern Mediterranean coast.

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US conventions: What happens? And what's different in 2020?

It's convention season in the US election, but this year won't be like previous ones.

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What's happening in Belarus?

Protesters keep up pressure over disputed elections, as President Lukashenko vows to stand firm.

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New best story on Hacker News: Amazon Liable for Defective Third-Party Products Rules CA Appellate Court

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Coronavirus: How music played on in lockdown

The music industry nearly ground to a halt as the pandemic gripped the UK, so how have companies coped?

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Israel and UAE launch direct phone links after historic accord

The two countries' foreign ministers hold a telephone call following a deal to normalise relations.

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Jessica McCaskill beats Cecilia Braekhus to become undisputed world welterweight champion

Jessica McCaskill hands Cecilia Braekhus her first professional defeat in a huge upset to become the undisputed world welterweight champion.

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Zimbabwe rejects Catholic bishops' criticism of corruption and abuse

A government minister accuses the Church leaders of joining groups seeking "to manufacture crises".

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India rape: Two men arrested for 13-year-old's rape and murder

Police deny the family's account that the girl's eyes had been gouged during the ordeal.

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Thai protests: Thousands gather in Bangkok to demand reforms

Thousands gather in Bangkok to demand a revised constitution and reform of the monarchy.

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Debenhams hires liquidator in contingency plan

The department store chain appoints specialist firm Hilco Capital but says it is "trading strongly".

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Dropshipping: The hustlers making millions from goods they never handle

Dropshippers buy cheap products from China and then pay internet celebrities to promote them.

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Belarus protests: 'We can breathe for the first time in our lives'

After 26 years of President Lukashenko's rule, there is a sense of euphoria among protesters.

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Mauritius oil spill: Wrecked MV Wakashio breaks up

The MV Wakashio, which spilled more than 1,000 tonnes of fuel oil off Mauritius, has split apart.

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Man City 1-3 Lyon: Lyon stun Man City in Champions League

Manchester City's Champions League dream is over for another year as Lyon stun Pep Guardiola's side 3-1 to reach the semi-finals.

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Robert Trump, brother of the president, dead at 71

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Robert Trump: President's younger brother dies in hospital

The president visited his brother, Robert Trump, in hospital on Friday afternoon.

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Fawzia Koofi: Afghan negotiator and campaigner shot by gunmen

The US envoy said shooting of Fawzia Koofi was an attempt to disrupt the Afghan peace process.

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Belarus: Vladimir Putin 'pledges support' for President Lukashenko

President Lukashenko says Russia offered comprehensive assistance, as protests continued on Saturday.

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Egypt Facebook page raises hopes for missing children

After years searching in vain, a father's nightmare is brought to an end using an unlikely source.

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Philippines death penalty: A fight to stop the return of capital punishment

The death penalty might soon return to the Philippines, but critics warn it targets the most vulnerable.

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Democratic National Convention: What to expect at Biden's nomination party

Covid may have spoiled the party in Wisconsin, but there's still a lot you need to know about the virtual event.

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Spree: The Drake-produced 'takedown' of attention-seeking violence

Stranger Things' Joe Keery stars as a taxi driver who resorts to desperate measures for internet fame.

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Coronavirus: Ten African innovations to help tackle Covid-19

Coronavirus has inspired Africans to create a wide range of inventions to help fight the pandemic.

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New best story on Hacker News: Apple removes Fortnite from App Store after Epic attempts to bypass fees

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Tea at the Ritz soured by credit card scammers

Scammers posed as hotel staff to trick customers into handing over payment information.

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Chloe McCardel: Swimmer seeks to beat men's Channel record and quarantine

Chloe McCardel hopes her 35th Channel swim, beating the men's record, will not end in self-isolation.

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Coronavirus: France quarantine starts after race to beat deadline

Holidaymakers had just hours to return to the UK to avoid the 14-day self-isolation requirement.

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