NYC snow days: Dismay as school snow days cancelled

Dismay from parents, students and teachers as authorities say students can keep learning from home.

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South Africa security guard 'fears for life' after escaping ambush

Security van driver says he is being threatened after footage showed him coming under gunshot fire.

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Kabul attack: Blast near school leaves at least 25 dead

The attack took place as the students - thought to be mainly girls - were leaving the Kabul school.

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Covid: Macron calls on US to drop vaccine export bans

The French president spoke out after the US backed a proposal to waive patents on Covid-19 vaccines.

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Trump officials obtained Washington Post reporters' phone data

The publisher known for its criticism of Donald Trump said it was "deeply troubled" by the move.

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Mexico City metro: Hundreds protest at scene of deadly rail collapse

Demonstrators from around Mexico City demand justice after 26 people died when an overpass collapsed.

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Covid: Pakistan enters partial lockdown as Eid nears

A health official warns the country is facing a "critical period" as it battles a third wave.

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European Super League: Real Madrid, Barcelona & Juventus defend plans in face of Uefa 'threat'

Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus defend their plans for a European Super League in the face of "threats" from Uefa.

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Post Office scandal: Former staff contacted over prosecutions

It is contacting former workers potentially caught up in the UK's most widespread miscarriage of justice.

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Prince Misizulu named next Zulu king amid family feud

Prince Misizulu is now expected to lead the Zulu nation of about 11 million people in South Africa.

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Al-Aqsa mosque: Dozens hurt in Jerusalem clashes

At least 163 Palestinians and six Israeli police are injured in protests over evictions in Jerusalem.

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Philippines Covid surge throws country into disarray

A second Covid surge is putting renewed pressure on the country's healthcare and economy.

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'Our first day of freedom on American soil'

Adrian Meza and his family from Nicaragua have just been released from detention by US border officials.

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The 'smart and cheeky' Aboriginal boy teaching Australia a lesson

A film about an Aboriginal boy's experience of school shines a light on Australia's failure to give all children a fair start.

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The misinformation bubble threatening Brazil's indigenous people

Health workers report resistance because of fake content spread over WhatsApp.

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Up close with Biden and Trump's top diplomats

America's mild-mannered top diplomat finds relief overseas that the era of Trump unilateralism is gone.

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India's Covid crisis delivers a blow to brand Modi

Narendra Modi's carefully crafted image has taken a hit as India reels from a punishing Covid wave.

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Spy row revs up Czech-Russian tensions

The Czechs and Russians, ex-communist bloc allies, are in a new diplomatic Cold War.

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Michelle Obama: Black parents have 'fear in our hearts'

The former US first lady says she is worried her daughters could be racially profiled.

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The hippo with a unique rainy day hobby

"We have no explanation for it," say zoo staff. "I've never seen another hippo doing it."

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Twitter adds 'tip jar' to pay for good tweeting

Twitter launches a new payment feature for good tweets - but it comes with privacy concerns.

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Japan extends Covid-19 restrictions as Olympics draw nearer

Officials have extended the state of emergency in several regions until the end of the month.

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Rio de Janeiro police accused by residents of abuses after deadly raid

Residents of a Rio de Janeiro slum accuse police of violence and abuses in a raid that left 25 dead.

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California condors swoop on home and 'declare war'

The large protected birds are "messing with stuff and pooping everywhere", the family says.

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Covid travel rules: 'Green list' countries to be revealed

England’s list of “green countries”, with fewest restrictions, is expected to be released later.

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Liz Cambage: Australian criticises Olympic team photo shoot

Australian basketball star Liz Cambage says a promotional photo of Olympians lacks diversity.

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British Airways owner IAG calls for action to restart flights

The airline group says there is a "high level" of pent-up demand from passengers.

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China's exports soar as US recovers and India stalls

Export growth soared 32% in April as demand jumped for goods from the world's second largest economy.

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Big Chinese rocket segment set to fall to Earth

Tracking radars are following closely the gradual fall to Earth of a large Chinese rocket vehicle.

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Report: China emissions exceed all developed nations combined

The country is responsible for 27% of global greenhouse gas emissions, according to a new report.

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Chernobyl spirit drinks seized by Ukraine security teams

The first batch of a spirit made with ingredients grown in the Chernobyl exclusion zone is seized.

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US sends reinforcements for Afghan withdrawal

Joe Biden has set the withdrawal deadline for 11 September, but it comes amid escalating violence.

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Australia to resume India repatriation flights after backlash

The government will bring some "vulnerable" Australians home after its travel ban ends next week.

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Florida governor signs voting restriction law

Democrats say the measures are voter suppression but Republicans say they protect election integrity.

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Juukan Gorge: Rio Tinto investors in pay revolt over sacred cave blast

Shareholders voted against outgoing boss's $10m bonus after sacred Aboriginal shelters were destroyed.

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Idaho school shooting: Girl in Boise wounds three, police say

The girl, likely aged 11 or 12, shot and wounded two of her fellow students and a member of staff.

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Trump social media: Twitter suspends account sharing ex-president's posts

The social media platform said the account was trying to evade Mr Trump's Twitter ban

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Holiday costs to jump this summer, warns travel boss

Travel will be more expensive as airlines can't afford to bring many planes back into service.

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Covid-19: Australians trapped in India 'betrayed' by ban on returning home

Affected citizens say they've been shut out by Australia and won't forget the trauma it's caused.

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Taiwan: Judo class puts a seven-year-old in a coma

The incident in Taiwan shows a tendency to allow child abuse in the name of discipline, experts say.

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Eurovision's noisy fans are back despite Dutch pandemic

It's Europe's most popular cultural event and the Netherlands will host it despite battling a third Covid wave.

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Covid-19 vaccines: Why some African states have leftover doses

African countries struggled to get vaccines, but now several of them have thousands of expired doses.

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Africa's top shots: 30 April-6 May 2021

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

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UK economy set to grow at fastest rate since WW2

Economy expected to grow by 7.25% in 2021 as lockdown restrictions are eased, says Bank of England.

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Tokyo Olympics: World's oldest person pulls out of torch relay

Kane Tanaka, 118, says she's worried about spreading Covid-19 to others in her nursing home.

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India Covid aid: Is emergency relief reaching those in need?

Emergency relief is flowing into India but concerns are mounting about delays in supply.

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UK service sector growth hits seven-year high

The UK's dominant services sector rebounded in April as lockdown restrictions were eased.

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Jarryd Hayne: Ex-Rugby League player jailed for 2018 sex assault

Former Rugby League player Jarryd Hayne is jailed for more than five years for the 2018 attack.

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Drone trucker: Sharing wild Australian landscapes for a cause

Truck driver Ben Stamatovich uses a drone to capture rugged landscapes on his journeys across Australia.

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Twitter tells users to be nice and think twice before replying

The social media platform will prompt users to review "potentially harmful or offensive" replies.

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