Asian stock markets continue the global fallout

Australian shares were among the hardest hit in the region falling to a three-month low.

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Ren Zhiqiang: Outspoken ex-real estate tycoon gets 18 years jail

Ren Zhiqiang went missing earlier this year after writing an essay said to be critical of President Xi.

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Wild maple trees 'in serious need of conservation'

One in five species of maple are threatened in their natural habitats, an extinction study says.

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Ava Max: 'I need to make it, no matter what'

The pop star talks about her 14-year quest for fame, and the determination that kept her going.

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Asian stock markets continue the global fallout

Australian shares were among the hardest hit in the region falling to a three-month low.

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Australia whales: 90 dead in mass stranding off Tasmania

Rescuers are racing to save the survivors of a group of 270 whales beached off Tasmania's west coast.

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TikTok deal under new threat as Trump insists on total US control

The US president says he will not approve the deal if Chinese company Bytedance remains involved.

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Airbus looks to the future with hydrogen planes

The aerospace giant said its hydrogen-fuelled passenger planes could be in service by 2035.

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Italy votes to slash size of parliament by a third

More than 67% voted in favour of reducing the number of lawmakers by a third, projections say.

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NYPD officer charged with spying for China

Baimadajie Angwang reported on activities of Chinese citizens in New York, according to court documents.

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg death: Voters on what happens next

We asked voters from across the US to weigh in on the justice's death and what should happen next.

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Coronavirus economy: The 'banker ladies' saving friends from debt

Amid a pandemic and economic crisis, minority communities turn to traditional saving methods to help.

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How Mali's coup affects the fight against jihadists

Thousands of UN, French and regional soldiers are in Mali fighting Islamist militants - what difference will the coup make?

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Bollywood bets on the small screen as Covid shuts cinemas

The pandemic has shaken the film industry, forcing it to think outside of the box office.

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'Mythical' Aston Martin Bulldog supercar being restored

Only one Bulldog was ever built but it was sold by the company 40 years ago to raise cash.

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The Emotions star Pamela Hutchinson, who sang Best Of My Love, dies

The Emotions star had been suffering health problems for several years, her family say.

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Thailand protests: Plaque calling for royal reform vanishes

The bold symbol of opposition to the monarchy was gone a day after it was installed.

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Emergency measures to help train firms survive extended

New deals will cover the losses of rail companies for another 18 months as passenger numbers stay low.

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FinCEN Files: What are Suspicious Activity Reports?

The FinCEN Files include reports which banks make when they suspect their clients are up to no good.

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Satellite achieves sharp-eyed view of methane

A Canadian company debuts a powerful new capability to monitor the potent greenhouse gas.

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The tech putting the beef into Australian cattle farming

Why Australia's huge farms are increasingly relying on technology to monitor their livestock.

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Emmy Awards 2020: Seven highlights from the ceremony

Monica, Rachel and Phoebe's reunion just about broke the internet during the virtual Emmys ceremony.

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US Supreme Court: The top contenders to fill vacancy

Two conservative women are seen as frontrunners for the vacancy created by Ruth Bader Ginsburg's death.

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Tributes to a 'warrior for gender equality'

From politicians to female lawyers and reporters - people pay respects to an "extraordinary" woman.

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'Ginsburg was an amazing woman' - Trump

President Trump said the justice 'lived an amazing life" while rival Joe Biden praised her legal legacy.

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India Covid-19: Taj Mahal reopens after longest shutdown

The iconic monument was closed in March to halt the spread of coronavirus.

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US Supreme Court: Trump told Woodward judge appointments are 'golden nuggets'

The US president bragged about appointing judges, audio reveals, talking to journalist Bob Woodward.

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2020 Emmy Awards: Complete winners list

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HSBC's shares dive to lowest level since 1995 in HK

The UK bank's Asian valuation suffers its biggest slump for decades, after money laundering allegations.

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Humpback whale finds escape from Australian crocodile river

Australian officials had feared the whale could collide with a boat or get stranded near crocodiles.

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2020 Emmy Awards: Complete winners list

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Solomon Islands: Men working for WW2 bomb clearing agency die in explosion

The men were working to help dispose of the many unexploded World War Two bombs on the islands.

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Climate Week: World split on urgency of tackling rising temperatures, global poll shows

Concern about climate change is growing, but there are big differences about the need for rapid action.

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WATCH: Trump sits down with Mark Levin to discuss law and order, the pandemic and the 2020 election

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Renters: Eviction cases resume after six-month ban

Tenants must be given six months' notice as courts in England and Wales start to hear the most serious cases.

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Emmy Awards 2020: Jimmy Kimmel kicks off virtual ceremony

Nominated actors will have someone waiting outside their home to hand over an award if they win.

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Egypt tomb: Sarcophagi buried for 2,500 years unearthed in Saqqara

The 27 wooden coffins are said to have lain undisturbed inside a well at an ancient necropolis.

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WeChat: Judge blocks US attempts to ban downloads of Chinese app

The ban on the Chinese-owned messaging and payments apps was to come in on Sunday night.

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WeChat: Judge blocks US attempts to ban downloads of Chinese app

The ban on the Chinese-owned messaging and payments apps was to come in on Sunday night.

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Coronavirus: WHO sets rules for testing African herbal remedies

Sound science "will be the sole basis" for safe and effective therapies to be adopted, the WHO says.

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Spain triathlete gives up medal to rival who went wrong way

Diego Méntrida realised the athlete ahead had made a mistake and slowed as he approached the finish.

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Coronavirus: Rolls-Royce considers tapping investors for £2.5bn

The jet engine-maker is reportedly in talks with sovereign wealth funds to raise money.

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Gore-Tex: Inventor of waterproof fabric Robert Gore dies aged 83

Robert W. Gore's invention has been used in space suits, guitar strings and waterproof jackets.

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Uganda Makerere University fire: 'Ivory Tower' gutted

An overnight blaze leaves a distinctive building at one of Africa's oldest universities a shell.

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Gore-Tex: Inventor of waterproof fabric Robert Gore dies aged 83

Robert W. Gore's invention has been used in space suits, guitar springs and waterproof jackets.

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Australia coronavirus cases 'set to be lowest in months'

Hopes are rising after the badly-hit state of Victoria reports just 14 new infections in 24 hours.

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Butlins: 1,000 jobs at risk when furlough ends

The holiday camp firm expects workers to take paid or unpaid leave once the government scheme ends.

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TikTok: Trump says Oracle deal for video app 'has my blessing'

The president says the bid by Oracle and Walmart would protect the data of TikTok users in the US.

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Thailand protests: Activists challenge monarchy by laying 'People's Plaque'

Protesters cement a "People's Plaque" in a park and march in Bangkok calling for political reforms.

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