Friday, July 31, 2020

House prices bounced back in July, says Nationwide

Pent-up demand and the stamp duty holiday boosted prices, but Nationwide warns it could be a false dawn.

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Spanish economy feels pain of coronavirus

France and Italy also see double-digit contractions as the pandemic hits growth across Europe.

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Kylie and Kendall Jenner endorsed 'knock-off' Apple products on Instagram

They promoted AirPods clones, whose design may be in breach of Apple's intellectual property rights.

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Vietnam records first Covid-19 death

The country had spent three months without any new infections before an outbreak in Da Nang city.

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Can 'Super Rishi' save the economy from Covid-19?

Will Rishi Sunak's £190bn superpower be enough to counter the economic effects of coronavirus?

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Coronavirus: Why some people want to keep working from home

Office workers in England can soon go back to their desks - but many want to keep working remotely.

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Australia unveils plan to force Google and Facebook to pay for news

Google and Facebook would pay news outlets in the "world-leading" plan, the government says.

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British Airways owner IAG says recovery will not be before 2023

IAG group says recovery will take at least three years as it announces plans to raise billions in new funds.

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NatWest slumps to loss on bad loan provision

The bank has put aside another £2.1bn, expecting more defaults on loans because of the pandemic.

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Obama eulogy makes thinly veiled digs at Trump

Barack Obama eulogises late congressman John Lewis, with a few jabs at his White House successor.

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Trudeau: 'no preferential treatment' for WE Charity

Canada's PM denies playing a role in picking a charity tied to his family for a federal programme.

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South Africa's apartheid-era statues 'should be put in a theme park'

South African sculptor Pitika Ntuli on what we should do with reminders of colonial and racist history.

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Universal Credit 'failing millions of people', say peers

Lords blame the design of the benefit payment for "soaring rent arrears and use of food banks".

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Burberry and Tencent team up for concept stores

The luxury British retailer and China's tech giant have joined forces amid growing national tensions.

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Michael Brown: Officer won't be charged for 2014 killing of teenager

The killing of 18-year-old Michael Brown in Ferguson triggered protests across the US in 2014.

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Lee Teng-hui: Taiwan's 'father of democracy' dies

Lee successfully pushed for more democracy, but took a controversially hard line against China.

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Afghanistan: At least 17 killed in Eid car blast

The explosion came on the eve of a ceasefire declared by the Taliban during the festival of Eid.

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Covid-19: Why Hong Kong's 'third wave' is a warning

Until recently, the city was seen as a poster child in its handling of the pandemic. What went wrong?

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What exactly is a 'Karen' and where did the meme come from?

To many the Karen meme - and its male equivalent Ken - sums up a specific type of white privilege.

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The 'real' threat to Russia’s former doping mastermind

The ex-mastermind of Russian sports doping, Grigory Rodchenkov, now only appears in disguise. Matt Majendie explains why.

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Bollywood's 'warts and all' biopic on 'human computer'

Bollywood actress Vidya Balan plays Shakuntala Devi who dazzled the world with her skill with numbers.

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The middle-css Pakistani students fighting for a homeland dream

Shahdad Mumtaz died for his beliefs. Could a missing student end up waging war on the Pakistani state?

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Coronavirus: Brits, Balearics and battered businesses

Ibiza's nightclub scene has been hit hard by coronavirus, leaving people in need of support.

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Thursday, July 30, 2020

Lloyds profits wiped out as bank warns about economic outlook

Britain's biggest retail bank sees profits wiped out as it sets aside another £2.4bn for possible bad loans.

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German economy suffers sharpest decline on record

The economy shrank by 10.1% in the April-to-June period, official figures show.

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Training your brain to relax on a virtual island

A headset that can measure your brain's reaction to images could improve mental health.

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Hong Kong bars 12 opposition candidates from election

Pro-democracy campaigners had hoped to capitalise on anger over a controversial security law.

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Killer of Rafiki, Uganda's rare silverback mountain gorilla, jailed

The hunter had previously said that he killed the animal in self defence when he was attacked.

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Redundancy pay to be protected for furloughed workers

Furloughed workers losing their jobs will be eligible for redundancy pay based on their normal wages.

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'Coronavirus has delayed my career prospects'

The government can retrain and support people, but are there the jobs to provide employment?

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Amazon boss Jeff Bezos refutes claims company acted like a 'drug dealer'

The Amazon boss is questioned by US Congress on one company's experience with his business.

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Standard Chartered profits take coronavirus hit

The bank, whose biggest market is Hong Kong, faces criticism for its stance on China's actions in the city.

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'I recorded fraudsters stealing my money'

Criminals are exploiting the coronavirus pandemic for gain, according to one leading investigator.

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Nasa Mars 2020: First aircraft to fly on another planet

Ingenuity is a 1.8kg (4lb) helicopter that will ride to Mars attached to the belly of Nasa's Perseverance.

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Coronavirus: Samsung profits soar on work from home demand

The world's biggest producer of memory chips sees demand jump as data centres expanded during lockdowns.

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Coronavirus: Samsung profits soar on work from home demand

The world's biggest producer of memory chips sees demand jump as data centres expanded during lockdowns.

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Coronavirus: Australia's Victoria records huge case jump

The state reports its highest case and death toll - prompting fears that lockdown is not working.

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Domino's Pizza New Zealand drops 'free pizza for Karen' offer after backlash

"We wanted to bring a smile to customers," the firm's New Zealand arm said. "We are sorry."

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Yazidi children still haunted by Islamic State, Amnesty International says

Large numbers of Yazidi were killed by the Islamic State when it overran their homeland in 2014.

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What's next after flood of US racial equity donations?

The global outpouring of giving following George Floyd's death inundated charities large and small.

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FOX NEWS: Sen. Warner: Big tech has responsibility to remove information that is 'knowingly false'


Sen. Warner: Big tech has responsibility to remove information that is 'knowingly false'



CEOs of Apple, Google, Facebook, and Amazon questioned on political bias, antitrust abuse; Virginia Democratic Sen. Mark Warner weighs in.

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Coronavirus in Pakistan: Doctor's video diary of fight against pandemic

A doctor in one of Pakistan’s busiest hospitals has kept a video diary of the country’s struggle with coronavirus.

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'Bay of Piglets': A 'bizarre' plot to capture a president

How did exiled Venezuelans and former US Special Forces end up joining what looked from the outset like a suicide mission? 

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India and China race to build along a disputed frontier

The rival nuclear powers are trying to out-build each other along their disputed Himalayan border.

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Nile dam row: Egypt fumes as Ethiopia celebrates

Concerns grow as Nile River nations fail to reach a deal on how to share the vital waters.

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The sweet smell of success: How Bulgaria took the lead in lavender

Lavender is used for cosmetics, fragrances and even, with the help of bees, to make honey.

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Turkey's MPs vote to tighten grip on social media

Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube will now need to comply with requests to remove content.

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Barclays: We want our people back in the office

The bank's boss, who has said big offices might be outdated, now wants staff back in the workplace.

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Coronavirus: Nissan shares fall 10% after record loss warning

Japan's second largest carmaker had already been struggling to cut costs and return to profitability.

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Heathrow calls for coronavirus tests at UK airports

The airport's boss says there needs to be an alternative to the "cliff edge" of quarantine.

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Hajj 2020: 'It would have been my solace'

In the past year, Anisa lost her mother, her job and her house and had hoped Hajj would help her find solace.

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Coronavirus vaccine: UK signs deal with GSK and Sanofi

The government signs a fourth deal, securing doses of a treatment being developed by GSK and Sanofi.

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'More than half of Mumbai slum-dwellers had Covid-19'

Mumbai has so far reported more than 110,000 infections and 6,000 deaths.

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Coronavirus: Nissan shares fall 10% after record loss warning

Japan's second largest carmaker had already been struggling to cut costs and return to profitability.

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Coronavirus: Malta says 65 rescued migrants test positive

More than two thirds of 94 migrants rescued in the Mediterranean test positive.

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Climate change: Coastal erosion 'to threaten more Australian homes'

See the damage done by waves – and the problem will only get worse with climate change, experts say.

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US election: Biden pledges billions to improve racial equality

The Democratic candidate vows to boost opportunities for Black, Latino and Native American businesses.

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Dreamworld deaths: Theme park owner pleads guilty to safety breaches

Dreamworld's owner pleads guilty to safety breaches, after a malfunctioning water ride killed four people.

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Coronavirus: Kodak pivots itself to become strategic drug maker

The former camera maker moves into drug making and secures a major loan from the US government.

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'Fix your bike' website crashes as scheme launches in England

Social media users complain they can't access the government website to get a £50 bike repair voucher.

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FOX NEWS: Donald Trump Jr. joins Tucker to discuss Big Tech censorship: It only hurts conservatives


Donald Trump Jr. joins Tucker to discuss Big Tech censorship: It only hurts conservatives



Donald Trump Jr., author of 'Liberal Privilege,' responds to temporary Twitter ban.

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Ecuador on alert over huge Chinese fishing fleet off Galapagos Islands

Ecuador is on alert due to the appearance of a fleet of fishing vessels off the Galapagos Islands.

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Saudi Hajj coronavirus curbs mean 'no work, no salary, nothing'

Covid-19 has hit the annual Hajj and with no international pilgrims, many firms both in Saudi and abroad are suffering.

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Should police be first to respond in a mental-health crisis?

Why cities in the US and Canada are eyeing removing police from front-line mental-health response.

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'My Tanzanian family is split over coronavirus'

Sammy Awami writes that his relatives are divided over the Tanzanian leader's policy on Covid-19.

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Coronavirus: Business rescue package has 'delayed the inevitable'

Insolvencies slow during lockdown, but experts say the worst is yet to come.

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Coronavirus: Scaled back Hajj pilgrimage due to start in Saudi Arabia

Only a very limited number of Muslims living in the kingdom will be able to make the Hajj this year.

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Coronavirus: Hong Kong implements strict measures amid new cases

Dining in restaurants will be banned and only two people from different households can meet.

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Spain quarantine rules: The businesses fearing for their futures

Spain's struggling tourist businesses say the UK's new quarantine rules may drive them off the edge.

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Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Tahlequah: Killer whale who carried dead calf for days is pregnant

Tahlequah captured the world's attention when spotted carrying her dead calf for 17 days.

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Andrea Bocelli 'humiliated' by Italy's Covid rules

The Italian opera singer says his country's handling of the pandemic has been overblown.

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Rodney King: Camera that captured 1991 beating to be auctioned

A bystander used the Sony Handycam to film King's beating by Los Angeles police in 1991.

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Keep furlough open to prevent 10% unemployment, says research

An economic research group says there is a risk the scheme is coming to an end prematurely.

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Greggs sees 'encouraging' sales recovery

The bakery chain saw losses in the first half of 2020 but says sales are now 72% of last year's level.

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’Outrageous’ car loan commission banned

Car loans that encourage dealers to increase interest rates to get extra commission are to be banned.

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Chainsmokers gig prompts inquiry over social distancing

New York's health commissioner seeks answers after footage shows crowds standing close together.

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Women working more paid hours as men work less

Men are spending more time on childcare and housework than in the 1970s, but women still do the bulk.

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India Covid-19: Delhi's mask-averse shoppers worry officials

Delhi is slowly reopening as the government starts to ease Covid-19 restrictions.

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Google's new transatlantic data cable to land in Cornwall

The tech giant plans a new high-end transatlantic data cable to go from the US to Bude, in Cornwall.

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Australia's fires 'killed or harmed three billion animals'

The recent bushfires were "one of the worst wildlife disasters in modern history", conservationists say.

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Google's new transatlantic data cable to land in Cornwall

The tech giant plans a new high-end transatlantic data cable to go from the US to Bude, in Cornwall.

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British Airways strike threat over job cut plan

The head of the trade union Unite warns the airline that it plans to move towards industrial action.

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Najib Razak: Former Malaysian PM guilty on all charges in corruption trial

Tuesday's verdicts centred on $10m transferred from a wealth fund to Najib Razak's private accounts.

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Najib Razak: Former Malaysian PM guilty on all charges in corruption trial

Tuesday's verdicts centred on $10m transferred from a wealth fund to Najib Razak's private accounts.

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Coronavirus: Emirates covers Covid-19 medical and funeral costs

The world's biggest long-haul carrier is making the offer to get people flying again.

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Coronavirus: Spanish PM says UK's travel restrictions 'unjust'

Pedro Sanchez says he hopes there will be a rethink, and most parts of Spain are safer than the UK.

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Portland protests: US attorney general to condemn attacks on buildings

In congressional testimony, William Barr will defend sending federal security forces to the city.

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New Zealand suspends Hong Kong extradition treaty

The country follows Australia and the UK in its response to China's new national security law.

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Republicans introduce $1tn pandemic recovery plan

The proposal would cut a $600 boost to unemployment benefits that has been paid during the pandemic.

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Kylie Moore-Gilbert: Lecturer jailed in Iran 'moved to remote prison'

British-Australian woman Kylie Moore-Gilbert is reportedly moved to a notorious prison in the desert.

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Coronavirus: How it turned the tables on Ghana's diaspora

Coronavirus has given Ghanaians a new perspective on the pull of living abroad.

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Indian Matchmaking: The 'cringe-worthy' Netflix show that is a huge hit

Indian Matchmaking, a new Netflix show, has become a huge hit, spawning hundreds of memes and jokes.

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Monday, July 27, 2020

Mexico flooding: Tropical depression Hanna drenches north

Heavy rains from Hanna leave parts of the city of Monterrey in northern Mexico under water.

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Harry Harris: US envoy to South Korea shaves off controversial moustache

Harry Harris removes his facial hair, which reminded some South Koreans of colonial rule.

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Chinese students in Australia targeted in virtual kidnapping scam

Students in Australia are coerced into faking their own kidnappings in the extortion scheme.

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Coronavirus: Tui warns against blanket quarantine measures

As travellers from Spain to the UK are told to self-isolate, the firm urges a "regionalised" policy.

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Coronavirus: UK economy 'could take four years to recover'

Forecasters say the economy might not bounce back to its pre-coronavirus size until 2024.

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Coronavirus: Spain races to save tourism as cases surge

The UK imposed a 14-day quarantine on all arrivals from Spain after a spike in infections.

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Black Lives Matter: Arkansas senator describes slavery as 'necessary evil'

Arkansas's Tom Cotton says he rejects the idea that the US is systemically racist to its core.

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Working from home: How to cut your tax bill

Home workers can claim tax allowances for their lighting, heating and other expenses.

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Coronavirus: Swimming defector was not infected, says S Korea

The suspected patient crawled through a drain then swam to North Korea, the South says.

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The millions 'hanging by a thread' as coronavirus aid expires

A $600 boost to unemployment benefit is set to expire soon, leaving many people worried about money.

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Ryanair still flying to Spain despite quarantine

The airline says it will continue flights to Spain as normal, despite the UK's 14-day quarantine.

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Coronavirus: Vietnam alarm after first cases in months

The four locally transmitted cases in Da Nang prompt a tourism ban and renewed prevention measures.

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Huawei holds summit as global pressure grows

The event comes after China's state media said HSBC played a role in the arrest of Huawei's finance chief.

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Huawei holds summit as global pressure grows

The event comes after China's state media said HSBC played a role in the arrest of Huawei's finance chief.

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Hong Kong launches share index of technology giants

Investors will now have greater access to Chinese tech firms including Alibaba, China's answer to Amazon.

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Sudan to send more troops to Darfur after deadly attacks

More than 80 people were killed in two attacks in Sudan's restive western region, the UN says.

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Hong Kong launches share index of technology giants

Investors will now have greater access to Chinese tech firms including Alibaba, China's answer to Amazon.

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Firms with more female executives 'perform better'

Research suggests listed companies do better when women fill more than one in three executive roles.

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US diplomats to leave consulate in Chengdu in tit-for-tat closures

China's decision to close the US mission came after the US shut China's consulate in Houston.

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The children of Korean War prisoners who never came home

South Korea largely forgot its prisoners of war. Now their children are fighting for recognition.

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India coronavirus: Bihar braces for 'corona storm'

Cases are rising fast in one of India's poorest and most populous states. Can it cope?

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Coronavirus in South Africa: Why the low fatality rate is misleading

As coronavirus infections surge, Andrew Harding notes meaningless statistics and a fear of hospitals.

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Iraq War: 'I am here today because another man died'

A photographer's decision to capture an image during the Iraq War changed not only his life - but the lives of the marines with him.

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Sunday, July 26, 2020

Kenyan police officers arrested after fatal shooting in Garissa

Two people were killed during a protest in Garissa sparked by the arrest of a murder suspect.

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How a Chinese agent used LinkedIn to hunt for targets

Dickson Yeo, a PhD student-turned-agent, targeted Americans that had access to private information.

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South Africa jailbreak: Malmesbury prison inmates rearrested

Dozens of inmates fled after a group at Malmesbury Prison overpowered staff during exercise on Friday.

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FOX NEWS: Amazon shares your private info unless you do these steps


Amazon shares your private info unless you do these steps



Amazon’s stock is soaring as it joins the trillion-dollar club alongside Apple, Microsoft, and Alphabet, the parent company of Google and YouTube. The buy-anything-you-need site is even moving into our lexicon. Rather than risking a trip to the store amid the pandemic, we say, "I'll Prime it."

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Coronavirus: 'I killed my mother with my own hands'

Covid-19 is the latest enemy faced by families in Iraq, and it's overrunning its hospitals and cemeteries.

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Breonna Taylor death: Gunshot at Louisville black militia protest

An accidental shooting at a protest by heavily armed militia injured three people.

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Coronavirus: Tui scraps Spanish holidays amid quarantine 'blow'

The travel industry reacts with dismay to the 14-day quarantine for travellers arriving from Spain.

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Seattle protest: Police and anti-racism demonstrators clash at march

Marches in support of anti-racism protests in Portland, Oregon were held across the US on Saturday.

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Nantes cathedral fire: Church volunteer rearrested over arson

The Rwandan refugee, who worked as a volunteer warden, has admitted arson, prosecutors say.

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Coronavirus: Travellers from Spain told to quarantine

The new coronavirus rule means people coming to the UK from Spain must self-isolate for 14 days.

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North Korea on alert over 'first suspected coronavirus case'

State media say a defector who returned from South Korea has Covid-19 symptoms.

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Coronavirus: 'Soft play is heading for a cliff edge'

With no date for reopening, children's play centres are closing and hundreds more are under threat.

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Hurricane Hanna batters southern Texas

A disaster declaration is issued for 32 counties, amid warnings of a life-threatening storm surge.

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John Lewis: Mourners pay tributes to US civil rights icon

The last of America's Big Six civil rights leaders died on 17 July of pancreatic cancer, aged 80.

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Coronavirus: Why won't India admit how Covid-19 is spreading?

Experts say India's government must accept the virus is spreading there through community transmission.

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The frustration of trying to invest in my hometown

Would-be investors in US black neighbourhoods say they still face significant financial barriers.

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Lupe Fiasco: America's influence in the world is 'dwindling'

Lupe Fiasco says America's influence in the world is "dwindling".

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Viewpoint from Sudan - where black people are called slaves

The use of racial slurs in Sudan shows how deeply entrenched racism is there, writes Zeinab Mohammed Salih.

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Coronavirus: False and misleading claims about vaccines debunked

Misinformation about coronavirus vaccine trials has been spreading on social media.

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WE charity scandal - A simple guide to the new crisis for Trudeau

How a multimillion-dollar scheme to help students embroiled Trudeau and his family in controversy.

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Top 10 tips for diversifying your workplace

How can firms diversify workplaces? Race equality business champion Karen Blackett has some tips.

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Latin American Foto Festival: Culture and coronavirus

Caribbean and Latin American photography features in the third Annual Latin American Foto Festival.

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Coronavirus in India: 'PM Modi, please make men share housework!'

After India's lockdown revealed some hard truths about housework, one woman set out to fix the gender gap.

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Sira Sylla: French President tweets support for targeted black MP

Protesters from Generation Identity held racist signs and lit flares outside Sira Sylla's office.

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Thai gay activists raise Pride flags in Bangkok

The rally in Thailand's capital is the latest in a series of youth-led pro-democracy protests.

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Regis Philbin, iconic US TV host, dies aged 88

The broadcaster became a national figure hosting talk shows with Kathie Lee Gifford and Kelly Ripa.

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Saturday, July 25, 2020

Coronavirus: Spain drives fears of European 'second wave'

Its Catalonia region closes its nightlife as other nations eye increases in new infections warily.

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Istanbul Convention: Poland to leave European treaty on violence against women

Thousands of women have protested against the withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention.

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German crash: Three die as aircraft hits home in Wesel

The two-seater microlight hits the roof of the large house in the city of Wesel, causing a fire.

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France drugs: PM Castex to impose on-the-spot fines nationwide

The system will apply nationwide from September, as the new PM cracks down on "every day violence".

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Malaysia arrests Bangladeshi migrant who criticised government on TV

The Bangladeshi man criticised the treatment of undocumented workers during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Paw Patrol: Cartoon not cancelled despite White House comments

White House press Kayleigh McEnany got it wrong when she said the cartoon had been a victim of "cancel culture".

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FOX NEWS: Sick of slow internet? How to check you’re getting what you pay for


Sick of slow internet? How to check you’re getting what you pay for



We all know the pain of “slow” internet: videos buffer, downloads take ages, and a single page can take forever to load. We wonder whether it’s our browser, our device, or the website we’re visiting.

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South China Sea dispute: Australia says Beijing's claims have no legal basis

Australia tells the UN the claims have "no legal basis" as it aligns itself more closely with the US.

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ICYMI: Fake baby pandas, a spectacular comet and more

The stories you may have missed this week.

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Donald Trump acts to cut prescription drug prices in US

The president says his executive orders will overhaul the drug market, but some experts are sceptical.

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Singapore man admits being Chinese spy in US

A court hearing is the latest incident as tensions rise between the US and China in recent days.

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Amazon, Google and Wish remove neo-Nazi products

A BBC investigation finds white-supremacist books and merchandise for sale on top retail platforms.

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Coronavirus: The week when everything changed for Trump

The president underwent a series of U-turns in an effort to save his re-election chances.

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Brazil's racial reckoning: 'Black lives matter here, too'

Police killed nearly six times as many people as in the US last year, and most of them were black.

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Why US-China relations are at their lowest point in decades

Tensions between the US and China are escalating at a dizzying pace. So what will happen next?

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WhereIsMyName: Afghan women campaign for the right to reveal their name

Afghan women are often forced to keep their name secret, even from doctors. But some are fighting back.

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Papa Shirandula: Kenyan actor Charles Bukeko remembered

The BBC's Ferdinand Omondi, a former soap actor himself, remembers an infectious comedic talent.

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Indonesia vows to end practice of bride kidnapping

On an island east of Bali, women are still being abducted for marriage. Now, there is hope it may end.

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By bike, boat and horseback: Epic coronavirus journeys home

With flights grounded and borders closed, these travellers took incredible steps to get home.

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Amazon, Google and Wish remove neo-Nazi products

A BBC investigation finds white-supremacist books and merchandise for sale on top retail platforms.

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Friday, July 24, 2020

FOX NEWS: Coronavirus sparks surge in online swingers in big cities: report


Coronavirus sparks surge in online swingers in big cities: report



The coronavirus pandemic has sparked a surge in online swingers in America’s biggest cities, according to a report.

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Sudan mass grave linked to anti-Bashir coup attempt

The 28 bodies are thought to be army officers involved in a failed coup against Omar al-Bashir in 1990.

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Coronavirus: Vietnam bans wildlife trade over pandemic risk

The ban covers the import of wildlife and wildlife products as well as markets, including online sales.

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Coronavirus: Dr Anthony Fauci throws first pitch of US baseball season

The US' leading expert in infectious diseases, Dr Anthony Fauci, opens the US baseball season with a ceremonial throw.

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Google, Facebook, Amazon, Apple hearing faces delay

The anti-trust hearing is set to be postponed after the death of civil rights leader John Lewis.

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Former Concentration Camp Guard Convicted in Germany

A German court on Thursday convicted a 93-year-old former SS private of being an accessory to murder at the Stutthof concentration camp, where he served as a guard in the final months of World War II. He was given a two-year suspended sentence.

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China Tells US to Close Consulate in Chengdu in Growing Spat

China ordered the United States on Friday to close its consulate in the western city of Chengdu, ratcheting up a diplomatic conflict at a time when relations have sunk to their lowest level in decades.

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What will it take to stop India's police brutality?

Two recent cases have once again highlighted the problem of police brutality in the country.

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Retail sales continue to bounce back in June

Sales rose by 13.9%, official figures shows, as the reopening of shops released pent-up demand.

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US consulate: China orders US consulate closure in tit-for-tat move

The move comes days after the US ordered China to close its consulate in Houston.

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Hagia Sophia: Former Istanbul museum to open for Muslim worshippers

The former museum will open to worshippers for the first time after being turned back into a mosque.

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Behrouz Boochani: Refugee author granted asylum in New Zealand

Behrouz Boochani was held on Manus Island for six years under Australia's harsh asylum policy.

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Taiwan laundry: Elderly models are unexpected Instagram hit

A man's wish to stop his grandparents being bored leads to unexpected fame and new happiness.

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Coronavirus: New face covering rules come into force in England

Customers in shops, banks, post offices and takeaways are among those who must now wear masks.

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FOX NEWS: Amid coronavirus quarantines, Twitter sees unprecedented spike in users


Amid coronavirus quarantines, Twitter sees unprecedented spike in users



Twitter has received an unprecedented surge of users amid the global coronavirus pandemic and U.S. protests.

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FOX NEWS: Army enters a new era in warfare for 2040 -- the 'Big 10'


Army enters a new era in warfare for 2040 -- the 'Big 10'



U.S. Army leaders are quite vocal and clear about the service’s six major modernization priorities, however, a close look across the spectrum of current major programs raises a pertinent question: Could the Army now be building ten new platforms?

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What is redundancy, who can be made redundant and what are my rights?

As thousands of job losses owing to coronavirus are announced, here is a guide to your financial entitlements.

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Coronavirus: Question mark over 2021 Tokyo Olympics

The Olympics are now one year away - again - but some athletes fear that they won't happen at all.

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IS prisoner issue a ticking timebomb for the West

Unfinished business of foreign fighters presents a renewed security problem in the world.

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Reopening US schools 'makes our kids guinea pigs'

Florida's decision to reopen all brick and mortar schools in August caused a teacher backlash.

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Idris Khattak: 'My father was taken and I don't know why'

Unknown men put a bag over Idris Khattak's head and took him from his car on a highway interchange.

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Did Sweden's coronavirus strategy succeed or fail?

Despite global criticism, Sweden has seen a drop in serious Covid cases without ever having a lockdown.

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Nasa Mars rover: How Perseverance will hunt for signs of past life

If there was life on Mars, how will the US space agency's next robot rover recognise it?

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Thursday, July 23, 2020

Unilever: Ice cream in, personal hygiene out in lockdown

Ice cream sales surge but demand for deodorant and shampoo is down, says consumer goods giant Unilever.

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What are negative interest rates?

What are negative interest rates, and how could they work in favour of consumers?

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Hiker stranded for 40 hours in the desert films himself

Robert Ringo fell and broke his leg on a hike and did not have a way to communicate.

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Coronavirus: Ministers urged to end face coverings 'confusion'

The government has been accused of mixed messages over whether the masks should be worn in takeaways.

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China-US row: Fugitive researcher 'hiding in San Francisco consulate'

The researcher lied about her military background, the FBI says, amid a row over Chinese consulates.

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Twitter says hackers viewed 36 accounts' private messages

The social network said that one of those affected was a Dutch elected official.

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Uganda - where security forces may be more deadly than coronavirus

No-one has officially died from Covid-19 in Uganda, but 12 people have allegedly been killed by security officers.

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India's diamond-studded response to the virus

Jewelers have been inspired by the pandemic to turn every day masks into something precious.

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China's Tianwen-1 Mars rover rockets away from Earth

The Asian country's first surface mission to the Red Planet heads out on a Long March 5 rocket.

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Woody Johnson: US ambassador to UK denies making racist comments

Woody Johnson says media reports he made insensitive comments about race and gender are "false".

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Western brands face pressure over China Uighur ties

Activists have accused Western companies of "bolstering and benefiting" from abuses of China's Muslim minority.

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China's Star market aims to take on the Nasdaq

Launched a year ago, the tech-heavy Chinese stock market is already worth more than $400bn.

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Western brands face pressure over China Uighur ties

Activists have accused Western companies of "bolstering and benefiting" from abuses of China's Muslim minority.

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China's Star market aims to take on the Nasdaq

Launched a year ago, the tech-heavy Chinese stock market is already worth more than $400bn.

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Last Qantas 747 jet says goodbye with 'flying kangaroo' in sky

Australia says farewell to an era of aviation with the retirement of the final Qantas Boeing 747.

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Coronavirus: South Korea in recession as exports at 57-year low

It joins a growing list of trade-reliant countries that have seen their economies slump.

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Madeleine McCann suspect investigated over rape link

Portuguese police are investigating if a suspect in the case may be linked to a rape three years before.

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Coronavirus: South Korea in recession as exports at 57-year low

It joins a growing list of trade-reliant countries that have seen their economies slump.

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George Floyd murder suspect Derek Chauvin charged with tax evasion

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is charged with multiple counts of tax evasion.

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Canada court rules US 'not safe' for asylum seekers

The US violates the human rights of asylum seekers by imprisoning them, a Canadian judge rules.

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Top 10 tips for diversifying your workplace

How can firms diversify workplaces? Race equality business champion Karen Blackett has some tips.

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Abood Hamam: 'A picture can kill you or save your life'

For years Abood Hamam sent war photos out of Syria anonymously. Now he's using his name, and urging exiles to return.

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George Floyd death: The other names we're also hearing now

For some bereaved relatives fighting for justice the spotlight can be welcome, but it's still painful

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020

B&Q owner sees sales soar in lockdown DIY boom

B&Q owner Kingfisher sees sales soar in lockdown as people do more DIY.

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US orders China to close Houston consulate

Unidentified people were filmed burning paper in the consulate's courtyard after the order was made.

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Amazon-owned Whole Foods in Black Lives Matter legal claim

The Amazon-owned supermarket is accused of discriminating against black staff over BLM face masks.

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Andrew Mlangeni: Last Mandela co-accused dies aged 95

The South African president says Mr Mlangeni's death signifies the end of a generational history.

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Coronavirus: The great contact-tracing apps mystery

Germany and Switzerland are not sure how well their apps are working as the data is out of bounds.

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NWSL: Serena Williams & Natalie Portman invest in new LA women's football team

A group including Serena Williams is to fund a new Los Angeles-based women's team set to launch in time for the National Women's Soccer League in spring 2022.

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Sydney police 'asked woman to remove tampon' in strip-search

A review into police conduct during five controversial strip-searches has called for an official apology.

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Matiullah Jan: Pakistan anger as video shows reporter's abduction

Matiullah Jan, a prominent journalist, was missing for hours, but is now back home.

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Coronavirus: Airlines call for joint US-European testing scheme

Major carriers in the US and Europe want a coordinated programme to get passengers flying again.

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Britney Spears: What exactly is the #FreeBritney campaign?

The superstar's conservatorship and the social media movement - explained.

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Coronavirus: Airlines call for joint US-European testing scheme

Major carriers in the US and Europe want a coordinated programme to get passengers flying again.

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Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong: ‘A few cars are following me’

Joshua Wong believes he is now being followed, after the new security law was passed by China.

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QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory

The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to "offline harm".

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QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory

The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to "offline harm".

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Belarus election: Snatched from the streets in Europe's 'last dictatorship'

Activists and journalists are being rounded up and jailed in Belarus ahead of next month’s elections.

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Trump pivots: 'I'm getting used to the mask'

The president urged Americans to wear a face covering, having previously disparaged them as unsanitary.

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Tokyo Olympics postponement leaves UK firms in limbo

With the Tokyo Olympics delayed to 2021 due to Covid-19, UK firms have seen their plans disrupted.

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AO.com boss: 'Behave as if your mum is watching'

John Roberts, founder of white goods retailer AO.com, shares his business advice for CEO Secrets.

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Coronavirus: How the outbreak has hit tourism in Africa

Africa's tourism sector is battling to survive as coronavirus keeps away holidaymakers from abroad.

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Coronavirus in India: 'PM Modi, please make men share housework!'

After India's lockdown revealed some hard truths about housework, one woman set out to fix the gender gap.

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Singapore election: Does the political shake-up change anything?

It's only ever been run by one party, but another has inched forward to challenge its dominance.

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How deep are Britain and China's economic ties?

The two countries' growing relationship includes nuclear power projects, foreign students and trade.

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Moon bears: Korean campaigners call for farm closures

Animal rights campaigners are calling for the closure of hundreds of moon bear farms.

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Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Lockdown Brits splurge on tea, biscuits and a good book

People working from home have spent heavily on tea, coffee, biscuits and new books.

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Russia report: UK 'top target' for Russia

The Intelligence and Security Committee said the UK's close relationship with the US made it a priority.

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Churchill's legacy leaves Indians questioning his hero status

Yogita Limaye explores how Indians are questioning more about the dark chapters of colonial history.

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Dua Lipa sparks controversy with 'Greater Albania' map tweet

Some accuse the singer of stoking Albanian nationalism, while others say she is defending people's rights.

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UK Coronavirus Vaccine Prompts Immune Response in Early Test

Scientists at Oxford University say their experimental coronavirus vaccine has been shown in an early trial to prompt a protective immune response in hundreds of people who got the shot.

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Woman takes selfie as wild bear sniffs her hair

This brown bear definitely was not social distancing as he pawed at an incredibly calm park visitor.

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UK debt climbs in June amid coronavirus pandemic

Government borrowing hit £35.5bn last month, five times more than in June last year.

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Coronavirus: EU leaders reach recovery deal after marathon summit

Summit chairman Charles Michel says the deal by the 27-nation bloc is a "pivotal moment" for Europe.

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Dreamworld accident: Operator charged over Australian theme park deaths

Four people were crushed to death on a water ride at the Australian theme park in 2016.

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Coronavirus: India's biggest airline IndiGo to cut 10% of staff

The low cost carrier is the latest airline to make cuts as coronavirus-related restrictions hit demand.

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Coronavirus: EU leaders reach recovery deal after marathon summit

Talks ran into a fourth night, as nations worst hit by the virus clashed with those worried about costs.

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Coronavirus: India's biggest airline IndiGo to cut 10% of staff

The low cost carrier is the latest airline to make cuts as coronavirus-related restrictions hit demand.

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FOX NEWS: Pittsburgh-area company makes drone that can disinfect an entire stadium in 3 hours


Pittsburgh-area company makes drone that can disinfect an entire stadium in 3 hours



The company expects to all needed certifications by this fall.

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FOX NEWS: Elon Musk says Neuralink will stream music straight into your brain


Elon Musk says Neuralink will stream music straight into your brain



Tesla CEO Elon Musk claims that his implantable computer interface Neuralink will be able to stream music directly to a person's brain.

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Michigan judge refuses to free girl in missed homework case

The decision to send the 15-year-old girl to juvenile detention has sparked protests in the US.

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M&S: Five reasons the retailer is struggling

M&S has brought forward plans to cut jobs due to the pandemic, but its problems date back much further.

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China warns UK of 'consequences' over Hong Kong 'interference'

The Chinese ambassador in London says the UK has "blatantly interfered" in China's internal affairs.

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'This is our final showdown with Uber, and the stakes are high'

After a five-year legal battle, Uber drivers will learn whether they will be recognised as employees.

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'I was standing at the wrong end of a machine gun'

Sir Jack Petchey built a huge property empire and his own charity, but it was not all plain sailing.

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Coronavirus: Why are Americans so angry about masks?

How face coverings meant to curb virus spread became grounds for political battle.

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Indonesia vows to end practice of bride kidnapping

On an island east of Bali, women are still being abducted for marriage. Now, there is hope it may end.

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TikTok: How app got caught up in the US-China clash

Why is there so much controversy surrounding the popular short-video app?

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'Why our Nigerian online wedding suits us just fine'

Two young Nigerian couples on why they don't regret doing things their own way and breaking with tradition.

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Monday, July 20, 2020

Missing Kansas dog makes 50-mile trip to old home in Missouri

Cleo, a four-year-old labrador, walks from Kansas to Missouri, leaving her owner "speechless".

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Dramatic footage shows house collapsing into flood waters

Monsoon rains caused flooding in several areas of India's capital Delhi on Sunday.

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Amber Heard: Johnny Depp hit me during row over pre-nuptial agreement

US actress Amber Heard takes the witness stand in ex-husband Johnny Depp's libel case.

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TikTok: 'We don't give user data to China'

A senior company official tells the BBC the video-sharing app is not "under the thumb" of China.

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Gunman attacks family of US federal judge Esther Salas

An attacker dressed as a FedEx driver is sought after the shooting at the home of judge Esther Salas.

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Hong Kong: UK set to suspend extradition treaty with Chinese territory

It comes amid rising tensions between London and Beijing over a controversial national security law.

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Why some Kenyans still deny coronavirus exists

Kenya has had more than 11,000 cases of Covid-19 and 200 deaths, yet many don't take it seriously.

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How Boeing’s 747 became the 'Queen of the Skies'

A brief history of Boeing's 747, once dubbed the "Queen of the Skies", but which is now being grounded by many airlines.

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TikTok 'not under Chinese government's thumb'

A senior company official tells the BBC that it would refuse any request for data from China.

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Coronavirus: Young people on benefits double in lockdown

Experts fear it may take up to four years for youth unemployment to recover from the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Wrangling over huge EU recovery plan enters fourth day

EU leaders are still struggling to reach a deal on a recovery fund, with deep differences remaining.

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Coronavirus: China's cinemas start to reopen after shutdowns

The country is the second largest film market in the world after the US, with a box office of $9.2bn in 2019.

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New Zealand: New volcano alert system 'could have warned of White Island eruption'

They say their system could have given 16 hours warning of the deadly White Island eruption of 2019.

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Coronavirus: China's cinemas start to reopen after shutdowns

The country is the second largest film market in the world after the US, with a box office of $9.2bn in 2019.

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Coronavirus: Wrangling over huge EU recovery plan enters fourth day

EU leaders are still struggling to reach a deal on a recovery fund, with deep differences remaining.

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Test case on virus insurance payouts to begin

The case will rule whether many businesses should get payouts for damage caused by the pandemic.

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Government 'must stop garment worker exploitation'

The home secretary must act on reports of exploitation at UK suppliers, say MPs and retailers.

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Klarna: We tightened our lending in lockdown

The buy now, pay later service says it changed its policies to guard against defaulting customers.

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US election 2020: Kanye West launches unconventional bid for presidency

Fans have questioned whether the rapper's last-minute bid for the presidency is genuine.

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'Weddings every day of the week' in 2021

The 2021 wedding season is likely to see a huge rise in midweek weddings as couples consider their options.

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'I was standing at the wrong end of a machine gun'

Sir Jack Petchey built a huge property empire and his own charity, but it was not all plain sailing.

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Danish murder on Bornholm island raises tension in race debate

Police and prosecutors rule out racism, but activists ask if hate crimes are being properly investigated.

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Coronavirus in South Asia: Is a lack of testing hiding scale of the outbreak?

India has emerged as a hotspot, but new cases in neighbouring countries appear to be on the decline.

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Sunday, July 19, 2020

Chinese Government Orders Low-Income Families to Abandon Their Christian Faith or Lose Financial Aid

In the Chinese government's continuing persecution of Christians, poor families are now being told to renounce their faith or lose welfare benefits.

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FOX NEWS: How did a group of young people pull off a highly-orchestrated hack of prominent Twitter accounts?


How did a group of young people pull off a highly-orchestrated hack of prominent Twitter accounts?



Young hackers gain access to over 100 prominent Twitter accounts to perpetuate cryptocurrency fraud.

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FOX NEWS: 6 practical reasons to use incognito mode in your browser


6 practical reasons to use incognito mode in your browser



If you browse the web in Incognito mode, everything you do is private, right? In a word, no.

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TikTok's UK headquarters in doubt amid US pressure

Uncertainty over the Chinese video sharing app comes as tension mounts between the UK and China.

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Coronavirus: Zimbabwe arrests 100,000 for 'violations' of measures

Police say people violated the measures but critics say the government is targeting the opposition.

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Assam flooding: Several rare rhinos die in India's Kaziranga park

Eight one-horned rhinos have been killed after rains left 85% of the Kaziranga park under water.

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China's ambassador challenged on treatment of Uighurs

China's ambassador to the UK is confronted with drone footage that appears to show Uighurs being blindfolded and led to trains.

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Nantes cathedral volunteer detained after fire

The Rwandan refugee was responsible for closing up the cathedral the day before the fire.

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Iran halts execution of three protesters after online campaign

It comes after a hashtag against their execution was used millions of times online.

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Coronavirus: Hong Kong reports biggest one-day rise in cases

The territory will bring back strict lockdown measures, after more than 100 new infections.

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John Lewis: 'He was fighting for justice when it wasn't cool'

Atlanta residents pay tribute to civil rights icon John Lewis.

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China floods: Huai river alert level raised amid heavy rains

Heavy rains have swept across China for weeks, from the southwest to the east coast.

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Coronavirus: Ex-factory owner's 'horror' at sweatshop claims

Manjit Jaswal's firm closed in 2018 but the Sunday Times claimed it exploited workers in lockdown.

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Coronavirus: EU leaders start third day of recovery talks

As global cases rise by record numbers, EU leaders struggle to reach a deal on a recovery package.

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Portland protests: Oregon state files lawsuit against federal US government

The state attorney general accuses the federal government of violating citizens' rights in protests.

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Coronavirus: WHO reports record single-day global increase in cases

The number of new cases has surpassed 250,000 in a day, the World Health Organization says.

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Coronavirus: New Avon sellers double during UK lockdown

There has been a surge in people signing up to sell Avon beauty products over the past few months.

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Coronavirus: The slow death of the American all-you-can-eat buffet

Buffets, beloved by many Americans, are rapidly changing their business model to adapt to the virus.

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'My Nigerian great-grandfather sold slaves'

Colonial slave-traders are seeing their legacies reassessed, but what about the Africans who profited?

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Coronavirus face masks: Why men are less likely to wear masks

Covid-19 kills more men than women, so why are they shunning protective masks the most?

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Spain's monarchy shaken by Juan Carlos's hidden Swiss fortune

King Juan Carlos abdicated in 2014 but is once again in the spotlight over his financial dealings.

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'I was found as a baby wrapped in my mum's coat – but who am I?'

For 70 years Tony May knew nothing about where he came from, except that he'd been left on the bank of the Thames.

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Coronavirus: Are mutations making it more infectious?

While there have been thousands of changes to the virus only one is seen as possibly altering its behaviour.

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Nantes cathedral fire rescue in pictures

Stained glass windows and the grand organ were damaged by the fire in the 15th Century building.

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Saturday, July 18, 2020

Coronavirus spike continues amid new Catalonia restrictions

The region has the worst of Spain's 150 new clusters, prompting France to consider border closures.

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Russia's UK ambassador rejects coronavirus vaccine hacking allegations

Russia's representative in the UK also dismisses suggestions of interference in British politics.

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China coronavirus: 'Wartime state' declared for Urumqi in Xinjiang

Urumqi, the capital of Xinjiang, has a small number of infections but strict counter-measures.

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John Lewis: Former presidents join tributes to civil rights icon

Former US presidents have paid tribute after the civil rights icon died of cancer, aged 80.

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Why I fell in love with Irish dancing

Morgan Bullock was accused of "cultural appropriation" after a video of her Irish dancing went viral.

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Iran sends black box of Ukrainian plane to France

Iran says the plane, which had 176 people on board, was mistaken for a cruise missile.

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Amazon soya and beef exports 'linked to deforestation'

UK consumers may unwittingly be buying meat linked to the destruction of the Amazon, experts say.

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FOX NEWS: 6 common tech myths and misbeliefs debunked


6 common tech myths and misbeliefs debunked



We once believed that Macs would never get a virus, closing apps would save battery life, and private mode was really private.

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Sergei Furgal: Fresh protests in Khabarovsk over governor's arrest

Demonstrators say they are taking to the streets "because our governor was stolen from us".

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Nantes: Fire breaks out at Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul cathedral

More than 60 firefighters are attending the scene after flames were seen billowing from the building.

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Twitter hackers manipulated staff to access internal systems

The firm says it is "embarrassed and sorry" for the hack that saw celebrities tweet a Bitcoin scam.

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Coronavirus: Inside Germany's largest airport during the pandemic

The BBC takes a look at how Frankfurt is managing to record only 5-6 new coronavirus cases a day.

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Civil rights icon and congressman John Lewis dies aged 80

Lewis, who was the last of the Big Six civil rights leaders, was diagnosed with cancer in December.

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Unflustered news anchor loses tooth live on air

Marichka Padalko simply put the tooth in her hand and continued presenting the news.

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US military effectively bans Confederate flag with new policy

The flag of pro-slavery states during the US Civil War is no longer authorised on military property.

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Email charges: 'They've got you over a barrel'

Ofcom say it is concerned some people are "not being treated fairly" in email address charges.

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Coronavirus: Donald Trump vows not to order Americans to wear masks

His remarks come as infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci urged people to wear face coverings.

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Jeyaraj and Benicks: Why was a viral video on custodial deaths taken down?

Suchitra Ramadurai's Instagram video catapulted a case nationally - then disappeared from the internet.

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Coronavirus tests: Swabs don't damage the brain and other claims fact-checked

False rumours that coronavirus tests can be harmful have circulated in several different languages.

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How a Colombian market is using AI to combat Covid-19 outbreaks

Markets have been virus hotspots in Colombia, so one of them is trying a new way to curb the spread.

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Could Canada's worst mass shooting have been avoided?

Questions still remain three months after Gabriel Wortman went on a rampage across Nova Scotia.

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My Money: 'My house looks happy'

Anna Josse Eklund from Sweden takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Friday, July 17, 2020

Coronavirus: India's Covid-19 cases cross one million

After the US and Brazil, India is only the third country to record more than a million coronavirus cases.

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Coronavirus aid: California man arrested over fraud claim

A California man is accused of gambling away federal aid intended for businesses hit by coronavirus.

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Protests after Detroit teen detained over missed homework

Michigan's supreme court says it will review the original family court ruling against 'Grace'.

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Cadbury accused of 'shrinkflation' as packs get smaller

Owner Mondelez says the move will fight obesity, but the firm faces accusations of "shrinkflation".

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Coronavirus: Piracy incidents double across Asia during pandemic

The economic downturn could fuel a rise in offshore robbery and attacks, experts have warned.

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Varavara Rao: Outrage as jailed Indian poet contracts Covid

Varavara Rao is a Maoist ideologue and poet who has espoused radical thinking and revolutionary ideas.

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Sergei Furgal: The arrest fuelling anti-Moscow anger in Russia's far east

Thousands have been rallying in Khabarovsk to demand their governor be returned for a fair trial.

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Electric cars: St Athan confirmed as site for planned battery factory

Britishvolt says its plans could create up to 3,500 jobs and lead to £1.2bn of investment.

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Why can’t Egypt and Ethiopia agree on the Nile dam?

A look behind the fraught stand-off over a controversial new dam on the Blue Nile.

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EU leaders meet in push for Covid recovery deal

Hopes of reaching an agreement are not high, but some countries say they need urgent funding.

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Real Madrid win La Liga for 34th time

Real Madrid wrap up their first La Liga title in three years as they beat Villarreal at the Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium.

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FOX NEWS: Congress demands answers about massive Twitter hacking attack


Congress demands answers about massive Twitter hacking attack



The Twitter attack was part of scam involving cryptocurrency; senior correspondent Claudia Cowan reports from San Francisco.

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British Airways retires entire 747 fleet after travel downturn

British Airways is permanently grounding its jumbo jets which it nicknamed "the queen of the skies".

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New South Wales erosion: Huge swells leave homes at risk of collapse

Huge waves have lashed the New South Wales coastline this week, causing erosion beneath homes.

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Coronavirus: UN makes record $10.3M appeal for pandemic fight

The UN says up to 265 million people could face starvation because of the impact of Covid-19.

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Doctor Room: The counsellor helping digital sex crime victims

"I felt that taking a break is a sin," she says. "If I sleep it means more videos get out there."

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Vodafone calls for 5G auction to be scrapped

It cites the need to strip out Huawei equipment coupled with economic uncertainty as reasons

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EU leaders meet in push for Covid recovery deal

Hopes of reaching an agreement are not high, but some countries say they need urgent funding.

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Doctor Room: The counsellor helping digital sex crime victims

"I felt that taking a break is a sin," she says. "If I sleep it means more videos get out there."

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India coronavirus: Delhi breathes again as Covid-19 cases dip

India's capital lost control of the pandemic but now cases are plummeting. Can we trust the data?

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Echoes of Empire: Aboriginal Australians and the legacy of colonialism

The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil explores how the life chances of indigenous Australians are rooted in colonialism.

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Alan Rusbridger: Facebook oversight board must avoid 'half-baked judgements'

Alan Rusbridger, a member of the oversight board, acknowledged a desire to launch ahead of US vote.

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Calls to change justice system 'stacked against' indigenous Australians

More than half the children locked up in Australia are indigenous, despite making up only 3% of the population.

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Thursday, July 16, 2020

Coronavirus: Chances of getting a loan or mortgage are squeezed

Lenders say they will reduce the availability of mortgages, loans and other credit despite demand rising.

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China says a US travel ban on Communist Party members would be 'pathetic'

US media earlier reported the Trump administration was considering a travel ban on party members.

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President Trump and Ivanka criticised over Goya support

The pair shared endorsements for the Hispanic food brand on social media, prompting ethics concerns.

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EU-US Privacy Shield for data struck down by court

The EU-US Privacy Shield, governing the transfer of citizens' data, has been declared invalid.

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EU-US Privacy Shield for data struck down by court

One of the main ways companies send data from the EU to the US has been declared invalid by the ECJ.

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Megan Thee Stallion 'suffered gunshot wounds', apparently injuring foot

The hit US rapper says she's "grateful to be alive" after apparently being injured in the foot.

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Breonna Taylor: Kenny Stills arrested during Kentucky protest

Stills was one of 87 people detained during protests over the police killing of Breonna Taylor.

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Boohoo: MPs demand answers over Boohoo exploitation claims

MP Philip Dunne says it is "shameful" it took the pandemic for the retailer to acknowledge issues.

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Del Mar: Racing suspended as 15 jockeys at US track test positive for coronavirus

Racing is suspended at the Del Mar track in California after 15 jockeys test positive for coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: UK payrolls shrink by 649,000 jobs in lockdown

Official figures reveal a drop in the number of people in employment compared to March.

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FOX NEWS: Twitter detected 'coordinated social engineering attack' after high-profile hacks, company says


Twitter detected 'coordinated social engineering attack' after high-profile hacks, company says



After dozens of high-profile Twitter accounts were hacked Wednesday, the company said it had detected a “coordinated social engineering attack.”

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FOX NEWS: Obama, Biden, Gates, Bezos among the targets of high-profile Twitter scam


Obama, Biden, Gates, Bezos among the targets of high-profile Twitter scam



It's not clear how the hackers got around Twitter's multi-factor authentication or whether any user data was stolen; Jacqui Heinrich reports.

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Climate change: Siberian heatwave 'clear evidence' of warming

The heatwave would have been almost impossible without human-caused climate change, a study says.

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Ambani: Google latest US tech giant to invest in India's Jio

The search engine giant's $4.5bn bet comes after Facebook, Intel and Qualcomm bought stakes in Jio.

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Coronavirus: Chinese economy bounces back into growth

China's economy grew 3.2% in the second quarter of this year following a record coronavirus-related slump.

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FOX NEWS: Widespread Twitter hack hits high-profile accounts


Widespread Twitter hack hits high-profile accounts



Twitter responds to the incident, initiates investigation.

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Brad Parscale replaced as Trump's campaign manager

Brad Parscale was reportedly blamed by Mr Trump's inner circle for a poorly attended rally in Oklahoma.

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Coronavirus: Chinese economy bounces back into growth

China's economy grew 3.2% in the second quarter of this year following a record coronavirus-related slump.

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Coronavirus: How African firms are adapting to the pandemic

The pandemic has impacted many businesses, but some entrepreneurs have thrived by adapting quickly.

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Seven countries with big (and small) population problems

A look at seven countries facing dramatic population changes - and how they are tackling the problem.

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Coronavirus: 'How we’re surviving a second virus lockdown'

From star-gazing to Nintendo workouts - people facing lockdown again share what's keeping them sane.

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India coronavirus: Kuwait's new expat bill has Indians worried

Kuwait's expat quota bill, if approved, will force nearly 800,000 Indians to return home.

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My Money: 'I'm a sucker for a promo sticker'

Charmel Flemming from South Africa takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Capital gains tax review is standard practice, says Treasury

The Treasury has launched a review of the capital gains tax system to “ensure the system is fit for purpose”.

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Assam: Fifty dead and two million hit by India monsoon floods

Heavy rain has submerged villages across Assam state, with tigers and rhinos also badly affected.

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Fahim Saleh: Pathao and Gokada entrepreneur found dead in New York

Fahim Saleh, 33, who co-founded Gokada and Pathao, was found dead in his flat.

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Nigeria table tennis great Oshonaike: 'I was physically and sexually abused'

As Nigeria takes a serious look at sexual assault and the way women are treated, six-time Olympic table tennis great Funke Oshonaike talks for the first time about her experience.

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Russia’s young liberals confronted by MeToo moment

A spate of resignations follows details of harassment in the workplace in Russia's liberal media.

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Coronavirus: Teenagers most likely to have been furloughed

Women aged 17 are most likely to have been put on furlough during the coronavirus crisis, data shows.

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Coronavirus: Credit card spending fell 50% at start of lockdown

The use of credit cards dropped by nearly half at the start of lockdown as people shunned big purchases.

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Hong Kong: China vows to retaliate after Trump ends special economic status

Beijing strongly condemns the US move to end Hong Kong's special trade status and target officials.

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Apple has €13bn Irish tax bill overturned

The EU's second highest court says the tech giant will not have to pay a record sum in back taxes.

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Norway stabbings: Woman killed and two more injured in Sarpsborg

Police arrest a man in Sarpsborg, south-east of the capital Oslo, after three women were attacked.

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Apple has €13bn Irish tax bill overturned

The EU's second highest court says the tech giant will not have to pay a record sum in back taxes.

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Asos to repay furlough cash as lockdown sales rise

The fashion retailer saw group sales increase by 10% as shoppers shifted to online during lockdown.

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UK inflation picks up as clothing prices rise

Consumer price inflation rises slightly to 0.6% in June, although food prices fell.

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Why US firms shouldn't 'freak out' yet over Hong Kong

As US President Donald Trump targets China over Hong Kong, companies advised to "wait and see".

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Fertility rate: 'Jaw-dropping' global crash in children being born

Nearly every country will see their populations fall as the world has fewer babies.

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Naya Rivera: Glee star died of accidental drowning, California officials say

Her body was found several days after she went missing last week during a boating trip with her son.

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New York Times to move Hong Kong staff to Seoul over press freedom fears

The paper warns the city's new security law is undermining Hong Kong as a global media hub.

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UK's Huawei 5G network ban 'disappointing and wrong'

China's ambassador to the UK hits out at the move to exclude Huawei from Britain's 5G networks.

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Trump says he has ended preferential treatment for Hong Kong

The president says he has also signed a bill to impose sanctions on Chinese officials over Hong Kong.

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Coronavirus chaos: Inside South Africa's 'hospitals of horrors'

A BBC investigation exposes chronic failures in the health system in one of the poorest areas.

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Coronavirus: The last-round fight for NYC's bastions of boxing?

With no clear path to reopening, New York's boxing gyms fear they may never return after the pandemic.

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US election: Do postal ballots lead to voting fraud?

President Trump says postal ballots lead to widespread fraud - but what evidence is there?

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Egypt desperate to revive coronavirus-hit tourism industry

The pandemic brought Egypt's tourism industry to a virtual halt, affecting millions of livelihoods.

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Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Germany Charges Former Nazi Guard With War Crimes

A German court on Monday charged a 95-year-old man with war crimes for his role as a former Nazi guard at the Stutthof concentration camp in what is now Gdansk in Poland.

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Bastille Day: France honours health workers amid pandemic

There is no parade and the audience is being socially distanced amid the ongoing pandemic.

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Iran executes man convicted of selling missile information to CIA

The ex-defence ministry employee was accused of selling information about Iran's missile programme.

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Naya Rivera: Glee cast and other stars pay tribute

Lea Michele and Jane Lynch are among those paying respect, after the actress's death was confirmed.

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Aztec palace's remains uncovered off Mexico City's main Zócalo plaza

The location of ruler Axayácatl's palace was later used by Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés.

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Ghislaine Maxwell due to appear at bail hearing

The British socialite denies grooming underage girls for the late paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

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Timbuktu's jihadist police chief before ICC for war crimes

He is charged with war crimes, crimes against humanity, rape and making girls marry militants.

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Armenia-Azerbaijan border sees deadly clashes

At least four Azeri troops die in two days of clashes with Armenia.

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Jenny Hocking: The Australian historian who took on the Palace and won

Australia's PM was sacked in 1975 under a murky legal decision which has only now been fully revealed.

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Coronavirus: Britain faces tax rises or spending cuts, OBR warns

The Office for Budget Responsibility warns of more austerity as the economy is set to shrink 12.4% in 2020.

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Ocado says switch to online shopping is permanent

The online grocer saw "years of growth in months" amid the lockdown and says the retail world has changed.

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The perfume makers that can't smell a thing

Perfumers are using AI to create millions of scents, but will it replace the traditional methods?

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Fake pharmaceutical industry thrives in West Africa

Law enforcement agencies are battling to break foreign-linked criminal syndicates.

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Grant Imahara: Mythbusters TV host dies suddenly at 49

He was known for Mythbusters and White Rabbit Project, and made models for the Star Wars prequels.

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US Supreme Court allows federal executions to resume

The court clears the way for the first executions of federal prisoners in 17 years.

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UK economy shrinks by one-fifth under lockdown

The UK's economy shrank by 19.1% in the three months to May, the Office for National Statistics says.

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Coronavirus: Asia's 'shining star' suffers biggest ever slump

Singapore falls into recession as as the global economy braces for the pandemic downturn.

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Gough Whitlam: Queen not told in advance of Australia PM's sacking, letters show

Her representative dismissed Gough Whitlam without telling her first, newly released letters show.

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Coronavirus: Asia's 'shining star' suffers biggest ever slump

Singapore falls into recession as as the global economy braces for the pandemic downturn.

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Brazil: Outrage over São Paulo policeman stepping on woman's neck

Pictures are broadcast on TV showing a police officer stepping on the neck of a black woman.

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Coronavirus: HK Disneyland to close one month after reopening

The Hong Kong theme park will shut its gates after a recent surge in coronavirus cases.

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Coronavirus: California reimposes sweeping restrictions amid virus spike

The governor has rolled back reopening plans across the state as virus cases soar.

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Female gamers are on the rise in the 'world capital of gaming'

Female gamers in Asia are growing at a faster rate than their male rivals in online video games.

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Monday, July 13, 2020

Google announces $10bn investment in 'digital India'

The money, to be channelled through a fund for India, will be used to bolster digital infrastructure.

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French man accused of molesting hundreds of children dies in Indonesia

Francois Camille Abello, 65, died in a suspected suicide in his cell in Jakarta, police say.

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Coronavirus: Disney heir and Ben & Jerry’s call for higher taxes

Some of the world’s richest people want governments to raise taxes on them to help pay for Covid-19.

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Coronavirus: Disney heir and Ben & Jerry’s call for higher taxes

Some of the world’s richest people want governments to raise taxes on them to help pay for Covid-19.

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Wearing masks in shops a 'reasonable' measure, says Waterstones boss

James Daunt says making masks compulsory in England would be acceptable if it reassures people.

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Huawei: BT says 'impossible' to remove all firm's kit in under 10 years

On Tuesday, the UK government is expected to announce deadlines to stop using the Chinese firm's kit.

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Jewish Graves Vandalized in Europe’s Oldest Jewish Cemetery

Dozens of graves in what is believed to be the oldest surviving Jewish cemetery in Europe were vandalized last week, sparking an outcry in the Jewish community.

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Xinjiang: Rubio and Cruz hit with tit-for-tat China sanctions

The move comes after the US sanctions Chinese officials for Beijing's actions in Xinjiang.

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Christopher Aurier, brother of Tottenham's Serge Aurier, shot dead in France

Christopher Aurier dies in hospital after being shot in the French city of Toulouse.

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Coronavirus: Oil producers expected to increase crude output

Opec ministers are meeting this week amid signs of growing energy demand as coronavirus lockdowns ease.

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Elvis Presley's grandson dies aged 27

Benjamin Keough was the only grandson of the late Elvis Presley.

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Quiz suspends supplier amid exploitation claims

The fast-fashion firm is the latest to face allegations of poor working condition at its suppliers.

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Nelson Mandela's daughter Zindzi dies at 59

The youngest daughter of South Africa's first black president dies aged 59.

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'Lockdown brought out the workaholic in me'

A personal trainer, an advertising agency worker and a musician share their experiences of burnout.

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Dead Seoul mayor accused of sexual harassment

The alleged victim said the harassment included the mayor of Seoul sending semi-naked pictures.

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Actress Kelly Preston, John Travolta's wife, dies aged 57

The actress and wife of John Travolta died after a "two-year battle with breast cancer", he says.

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Coronavirus: Nail bars and tattoo salons reopen as England lockdown eases

Beauty salons, spas and tattoo parlours are also allowed to reopen in the latest phase of changes.

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Coronavirus: Welsh pubs and cafes reopen - but only outdoors

Only about half of independent pubs expected to reopen Monday, with many chains staying shut.

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Shopping centres reopen as lockdown restrictions are eased

The first minister describes the week ahead as "the most significant easing of lockdown" in Scotland.

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Brexit: Ads highlight changes for UK holidaymakers

Government campaign will also carry advice for UK and EU firms before the transition period ends.

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Coronavirus: Oil producers expected to increase crude output

Opec ministers are meeting this week amid signs of growing energy demand as coronavirus lockdowns ease.

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Daniel Lewis Lee: First US federal execution to go ahead after 17 years

The execution of convicted murderer Daniel Lewis Lee had been blocked on Friday by a federal judge.

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The woman who wants to make kids better with money

Louise Hill is the founder of GoHenry, which provides prepaid debit cards for children.

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Sunday, July 12, 2020

Window Closing for Cristina to Become Seasons 1st Hurricane

Despite forming several days ago and spending several days over the open waters of the Eastern Pacific Ocean, AccuWeather forecasters say the window for Tropical Storm Cristina to emerge as the first hurricane of 2020 in the Western Hemisphere is closing.

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FOX NEWS: Bitcoin scammers extracted $24 million in 2020 alone: report


Bitcoin scammers extracted $24 million in 2020 alone: report



The scammers use a variety of techniques, and will only get more advanced.

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FOX NEWS: Amazon says email sent to employees to delete TikTok was a mistake


Amazon says email sent to employees to delete TikTok was a mistake



What's the real story behind Amazon backtracking on the demand to delete the Chinese video-sharing app? Kurt 'CyberGuy' Knutsson weighs in.

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FOX NEWS: Live with snoops or just want privacy? Tech smarts for your smartphone


Live with snoops or just want privacy? Tech smarts for your smartphone



Your phone is your constant coronavirus companion. It’s there for news, entertainment, work, and communication. It’s more important now than ever to make sure your phone doesn’t have a digital virus. Tap or click here for the tell-tale signs your phone is infected with malware, a keylogger, or worse.

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Coronavirus: I trust people's sense on face masks - Gove

Minister Michael Gove says he does not think face coverings should be mandatory in shops in England.

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Coronavirus: Three generations of Bollywood Bachchan family infected

Actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, her father-in-law, husband and daughter test positive for Covid-19.

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Hagia Sophia: Pope 'pained' as Istanbul museum reverts to mosque

The Pope is the latest faith leader to voice concern at the Istanbul museum reverting to a mosque.

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Sudan scraps apostasy law and alcohol ban for non-Muslims

The ban on alcohol is lifted for non-Muslims, while the apostasy law and public flogging are scrapped.

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Hong Kong: Opposition primaries draw thousands despite security law fears

Hundreds of thousands of people vote despite fears that doing so may breach a new security law.

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Coronavirus: Primark says no to £30m job retention bonus

The retailer will not apply for the state-funded scheme that pays to keep furloughed staff.

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Poland election: Clash of ideals as voters choose head of state

The run-off election is seen as a fierce liberal-conservative battle for the country's future.

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Roger Stone: Robert Mueller defends indictment over Russia probe

Ex-US special counsel Robert Mueller intervenes after President Trump commutes an aide's jail term.

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Coronavirus: President Trump wears face mask for first time

US President Trump is seen wearing a face mask for the first time during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Fox News: Tucker Carlson writer Blake Neff resigns over racist messages

The writer for host Tucker Carlson posted highly offensive messages online under the name CharlesXII.

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My Money: 'Instead of the holiday buffet, it's egg and toast at home'

Priya Aiyer from Kent takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Thousands protest in Israel over handling of economy

Thousands have rallied against what they say is hardship caused by the mishandling of the crisis.

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Coronavirus: Donald Trump finally wears mask in public

The US president previously said he could not see himself wearing a mask in public.

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Hong Kong security law: Why we are taking our BNOs and leaving

As China enforces new restrictions, some are turning to their British National (Overseas) passport.

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Chop in Seattle: Why this police-free protest zone ultimately failed

On 8 June protesters set up a police-free protest zone in the city. Less than a month later, it had been dismantled.

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Russian journalists in shock as FSB hunts enemy within

Colleagues say Ivan Safronov's arrest for spying is absurd and it has prompted talk of "spy mania".

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Mexico crime: Could this become the bloodiest year on record?

On 7 June, an astonishing 117 murders were recorded, making it the most violent day of the year so far.

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Coronavirus: The chaplains toiling on the frontlines

Spiritual care workers have been thrust onto the frontlines in new ways during this global pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Fake cures in Latin America’s deadly outbreak

The desperate search for a cure has led people to 'harmful and ineffective' alternatives online.

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Saturday, July 11, 2020

World-Renowned Evangelist Morris Cerullo Passes Away at 88

World-renowned evangelist Morris Cerullo passed away on Saturday at the age of 88.

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Srebrenica: Scaled-back ceremony marks 25 years since massacre

Restrictions put in place to slow the spread of coronavirus meant fewer dignitaries were able to attend the ceremony.

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Shark kills teenage surfer in Australia's New South Wales

Nearby by surfers rushed to his aid but first aid efforts on the beach failed to save his life.

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Srebrenica: Bosnia marks 25 years since massacre

World leaders address a memorial ceremony for the atrocity that saw 8,000 Muslim men killed.

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South African church attack: Five dead after 'hostage situation'

The church, on the outskirts of Johannesburg, was attacked amid reports of fighting over leadership.

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ICYMI: 'Twin' elephants and balloon-powered internet

Here are some of the stories you may have missed this week.

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Jada Pinkett Smith tells Will Smith of her 'relationship'

Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith were talking on her Facebook chat show Red Table Talk.

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Russia far east protest over Khabarovsk governor's arrest

Thousands rally on the streets of Khabarovsk as a regional leader is accused of contract killings.

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Roger Stone: Critics blast Trump for commuting ex-adviser's jail term

Democrats condemn the US president's decision to spare ex-adviser and friend Roger Stone from prison.

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Roger Stone reacts to President Trump's clemency decision

President Trump has commuted his former adviser's prison term, which had been due to begin next week.

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'Our Irish island is the last stop before America'

A couple from Dublin has set up home on Great Blasket Island off the cost of County Kerry.

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FOX NEWS: University of Houston researchers create heated air filter that can kill coronavirus 'instantly'


University of Houston researchers create heated air filter that can kill coronavirus 'instantly'



Researchers at the University of Houston claimed to have designed a special air filter that can trap the novel coronavirus and blast it with heat to kill the disease on contact.

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Coronavirus: Thrifty Germany takes on debt to rescue arts

Germany pours money into the arts as cultural life takes a battering from coronavirus.

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Trump and Supreme Court: How has it changed America?

This court has been billed the most conservative in modern history. But does it vote that way?

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Coronavirus: Why politics means success or failure in South America

Argentina has been singled out for success but the situation could not be more different in Brazil.

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Breast cancer: Zimbabwe woman's struggle to avoid mastectomy

A Zimbabwean woman is campaigning to get the machine fixed to avoid a mastectomy.

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Huawei: Why the UK might hang up on 5G and broadband kit supplier

The Chinese telecoms equipment provider's fate in the UK is set to be revealed on Tuesday.

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Iran's female gamers face challenges to stay online

There's been a lockdown gaming boom – but in Iran it's been difficult to stay connected.

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Killing Eve: How author Luke Jennings created Villanelle

We speak to the man who created the character of Villanelle, author Luke Jennings.

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Shooting celebrities: Thirty years behind the lens

Celebrity portrait photographer Andy Gotts celebrates 30 years behind the camera.

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Roger Stone: Trump commutes ex-adviser's sentence

The president has said all along the self-proclaimed political dirty trickster was treated unfairly.

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Duda vs Trzaskowski: The fight for Poland's future

One is a Catholic social conservative, the other a pro-LGBT mayor. Who will win on Sunday?

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Bosnia's Srebrenica massacre 25 years on - in pictures

Bosnian Serb and Serbian units systematically murdered 8,000 Muslims at Srebrenica in July 1995.

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Friday, July 10, 2020

Thousands cancel Gym Group memberships in lockdown

The company plans to reopen but says it has lost 178,000 customers in the past three months.

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Swedish ex-ambassador Anna Lindstedt acquitted

Anna Lindstedt is found not guilty of holding unauthorised talks with China.

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Ex-Barclays bankers call female boss 'tart' and 'dolly bird'

Court case between Amanda Staveley and the bank hears claims she was a 'complete unknown'.

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FOX NEWS: 7 steps you can take now to lower your internet bill


7 steps you can take now to lower your internet bill



Now more than ever, the internet is our lifeline to what’s going on in the world. We’re all scrolling social media, streaming, and reading the news more than ever before.

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Philippines top broadcaster ABS-CBN denied new licence

Government critics say the ABS-CBN shutdown is an attack on media freedom by President Duterte.

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Naya Rivera: Glee star likely drowned in tragic accident, police say

Naya Rivera was reported missing after going on a boating trip with her four-year-old son.

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Africa's week in pictures: 3-9 July 2020

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

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Coronavirus: Can I get travel insurance and what are my travel rights?

As quarantine rules are relaxed, holidays are back on the agenda but will your insurance cover you?

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Pop Smoke: Five arrested in connection to rapper's death

The rapper, whose debut album was released this month, was killed in a suspected robbery in February.

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What are the questions for Ghislaine Maxwell?

The arrest of Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend has reignited interest in her and her alleged role in Epstein's abuse of minors.

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TikTok halts Hong Kong access after security law

Popular short video app TikTok has blocked access in Hong Kong as it comes under increasing scrutiny.

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Climate change: Road plans will scupper CO2 targets, report says

The majority of emissions cuts from electric cars will be wiped out by new road-building.

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Biden challenges Trump with ‘Buy American’ economic plan

The Democrat promises a jobs boom, savaging President Trump's record on the economy and Covid-19.

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Vikas Dubey: India gangster shot dead after arrest

Police they shot dead Vikas Dubey when he stole the gun of a cop and tried to flee from custody.

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US Supreme Court rules half of Oklahoma is Native American land

The justices decide an eastern swathe of the state should be recognised as part of a reservation.

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Singapore election held against backdrop of pandemic and recession

Strict safety measures are in place, with voters concerned about the virus and a looming recession.

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Coronavirus: Idlib's first Covid-19 case raises fears for Syria camps

Aid groups say the first case is "a major blow" for huge numbers of refugees in north-west Syria.

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