Archaeologists think the mummy, found near Lima, could be up to 1,200 years old.
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Saturday, November 27, 2021
Burkina Faso: Tear gas fired at protesters decrying Islamist attacks
The protest comes amid fear of an Islamist encroachment following a number of recent attacks.
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Winter Olympics 2022: Testing times in the Chongli mountains
Beijing is pushing ahead with Winter Olympics test events, despite Covid and human rights allegations.
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Covid: Dozens test positive on SA-Netherlands flights
The results are being examined for cases of the new Omicron variant emerging in southern Africa.
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Peng Shuai: WTA concerned over 'censorship or coercion'
The head of women's tennis says he is not certain Peng Shuai is free of Chinese censorship or coercion.
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Covid: World races to contain new Omicron variant
Nations ban travellers from southern Africa, a day after health officials named the new Covid-19 strain.
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The gangs enticing migrants to cross the English Channel
The BBC has uncovered evidence showing that smugglers are still telling migrants it is safe to cross.
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Ros Atkins on... Migrants crossing English Channel to UK
This week at least 27 migrants died while trying to make the journey, the deadliest crossing on record.
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Russia-Ukraine border: Why Moscow is stoking tensions
The Kremlin is sending the West a message, but how big a risk is there of conflict?
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Winter Olympics 2022: Athletes get ready for Games
Just a short journey from Beijing, athletes are training for the 2022 Winter Olympics in Chongli.
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Kenya tree felling sparks anger over Nairobi's new highway
Some 4,000 young and mature trees face being cut down to make way for a Chinese-financed project.
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Covid: Conspiracy and untruths drive Europe's Covid protests
Amid some legitimate concerns, misinformation and extreme views are radicalising people to violent protest.
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NFHS: Does India really have more women than men?
An Indian government survey says so - but the numbers don't add up.
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737 Max: Boeing refutes new safety concerns
Critics claim publicly available data shows worrying failures on the 737 Max since its return to service.
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Channel disaster: Kurdish woman is first victim identified
Maryam Nuri Mohamed Amin was a 24-year-old Kurdish woman from northern Iraq.
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Omicron: Mutations prompt new coronavirus variant concern from WHO
The World Health Organization says the variant has a large number of mutations, some are concerning.
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Friday, November 26, 2021
Ukraine-Russia conflict: Zelensky alleges coup plan involving Russians
He says an alleged plan to overthrow his government comes amid threats of a Russian invasion.
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Browns of Chester: How a city is coping without Debenhams
Browns of Chester served the city for 241 years before it closed when the chain collapsed in May.
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New Covid variant: Pride and punishment follows South Africa discovery
South Africans feel they are paying the price for their ability to monitor new Covid variants.
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UK car output suffers worst October for 65 years
Chip shortages lead to production dropping to the lowest level recorded for October since 1956.
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Covid variant: Reaction to new rules on travel from southern Africa
Travellers at Cape Town airport respond to new UK quarantine measures over Covid variant.
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Coronavirus: Countries shut borders over new South Africa variant
Nations ban flights as health officials hold an urgent meeting over a new variant in southern Africa.
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Why Iraqi Kurds risk their lives to reach the West
What drives people to make the perilous journey, which for many has ended in death?
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Poorest face food crisis amid fertiliser shortage
The boss of the world's largest fertiliser producer says gas prices are responsible for higher food prices.
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Covid: Airlines' share prices plunge on new variant
BA-owner IAG and EasyJet see their shares fall ahead of a suspension of flights from six countries.
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Poorest face food crisis amid fertiliser shortage
The boss of the world's largest fertiliser producer says gas prices are responsible for higher food prices.
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France scraps UK talks over Johnson migrants letter
France cancels high-level talks with UK in protest at letter published by PM Boris Johnson on the migrant crisis.
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Chinese tech giant Tencent told to suspend new app roll outs
It comes as China's technology industry regulator reviews compliance with new privacy rules.
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Black Friday spending set to soar despite fewer deals
Analysts say this year's sale will be the biggest ever, but retailers won't offer as many discounts.
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Watchdog questions effectiveness of Kickstart job placement scheme
It is unclear whether the placement scheme for 16-24 year olds is working, says National Audit Office.
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'I don't need a new TV, but I'll probably get one'
Black Friday is back and Americans, flush with Covid cash, are going out to spend.
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Black Friday: 'Harder to give big, headline discounts'
Steve Finch of toy retailer bopster, explains the pressures his firm is under for Black Friday this year.
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Egypt: Grand opening for Luxor's 'Avenue of the Sphinxes'
The ancient walkway, connecting two of the Egyptian city's greatest temples, took decades to excavate.
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Dramatic rescue of 300 from migrant boat in Italy
Some people were already in the water when the Italian coastguard reached them off Lampedusa Island.
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UK PM calls on France to take back migrants
A returns agreement would have an "immediate" impact on the number of crossings, Boris Johnson says.
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Channel tragedy: Whose lives were lost off Calais?
At least 27 people died trying to reach the UK by boat. Officials are trying to find their identities.
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Turkey: Police fire tear gas at women's rights march
It comes months after Turkey withdrew from a treaty to combat violence against women.
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Covid: Africa travel restrictions over variant fear
Several southern African countries have been added to the red list, Health Secretary Sajid Javid says.
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Macy's Thanksgiving Parade: Baby Yoda and Snoopy delight crowds
Thousands turn out to enjoy the annual parade with millions more watching on television.
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Thursday, November 25, 2021
Amazon workers plan Black Friday strikes
Strikes or protests are planned in 20 countries, on one of the busiest days of the year for retail.
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Siberia: Dozens missing after deadly Russian mine accident
Emergency services have paused the search for survivors amid concerns over possible explosions.
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UAE general accused of torture elected Interpol president
Ahmed al-Raisi was chosen despite facing claims of complicity in torture by UAE security forces.
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Orbit Energy becomes the latest UK firm to go bust
The UK energy market has seen 23 companies collapse since September after wholesale gas prices rose.
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Passports: Delivery firm apologises for delays
FedEx apologises as hundreds say they have faced long waits to receive their travel documents.
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London Stratford emerges as UK's busiest station
It was the most used during a year of lockdowns that saw passenger numbers drop 78% due to Covid.
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Christmas parties set to be smaller this year, says pub boss
Parties are also likely to be in venues outside city centres, says the owner of Harvester and All Bar One.
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Frank Turner says he's reconciled with trans parent
The musician tells The Guardian his estranged father is "a lot more considerate" since transitioning.
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Channel migrants: UK and France agree need for action after boat deaths
After at least 27 people die in the Channel, Boris Johnson and Emmanuel Macron say cooperation is needed.
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Solomon Islands: Australia sends peacekeeping troops amid riots
Violent riots have rocked the Pacific Island nation for a second straight day.
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JPMorgan boss 'regrets' China joke amid backlash
Jamie Dimon has apologised after saying that his Wall Street bank would outlast China's ruling party.
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