CBN's Operation Blessing & Heart for Lebanon Help Victims Recover After Massive Explosion

Operation Blessing has partnered with Heart for Lebanon to provide much-needed aid for victims of the recent explosion in Beirut. 

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Europe's migrant crisis: Is Greece still a gateway to Europe?

Migrant numbers are rising again, but Greece does not want to be seen as a gateway to Europe.

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India's Christians Under Fire, Campaign to Make Country More Hindu Intensifies

Christians in India are facing horrific levels of violence from Hindu radical extremists. This deadly campaign coincides with an Indian government agenda to turn the country into a Hindu nation. 

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Cheng Lei: Australian anchor on Chinese TV detained in China

Cheng Lei, an Australian citizen, worked as a news presenter for government run CGTN in Beijing.

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TikTok owner to 'strictly' obey China's tech takeover law

New rules mean Beijing could block the sale of the app's video recommendation engine.

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India GDP shows worst quarterly slump in decades

It contracted by 23.9% in the quarter from April to June, according to official data.

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Pranab Mukherjee: Former president of India dies after Covid diagnosis

Pranab Mukherjee had a long political career and also served on the boards of IMF and World Bank.

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Yegor Zhukov: Leading Russian opposition blogger beaten up

Yegor Zhukov, who is critical of President Putin, narrowly avoided prison last year.

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French magazine condemned for showing MP Danièle Obono as slave

A right-wing magazine accused of racism apologises to black socialist MP Danièle Obono.

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Paul Rusesabagina: Hotel Rwanda film hero arrested

Paul Rusesabagina's efforts to save people during the Rwanda genocide was depicted in a film.

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Covid: Venezuela seeks testers for Russian vaccine

President Nicolás Maduro, a close ally of Russia's, will ask for volunteers in the coming days.

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Svetlana Tikhanovskaya: Belarus opposition leader 'to address UN Security Council'

Svetlana Tikhanovskaya will reportedly brief the Security Council on Friday as protests continue.

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China launches second Australian wine probe amid tensions

Australia has denied allegations of subsidising or dumping wines in China, as bilateral tensions grow.

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India accuses China of 'border violation'

China is yet react to the allegation which comes after several rounds of peace talks.

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Israel and UAE set for historic direct flight following peace deal

The first commercial flight marks a major step in normalising ties between the two countries.

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Coronavirus: 'Covidiots' criticised on Tui quarantine flight

Mask rules were ignored on a Zante flight where everyone was told to self-isolate, a passenger says.

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The airline founder building Asia’s next super app

AirAsia’s Tony Fernandes is expanding into banking, music and e-payments to help tackle the travel slump.

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Price of plastic carrier bags to double to 10p next year

The fee for single-use bags will rise to 10p and be extended to all shops from April 2021.

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The search engine boss who wants to help us all plant trees

Christian Kroll is the boss of Ecosia, which donates 80% of its profits to tree-planting projects.

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Norway bunker partygoers poisoned with carbon monoxide

More than 20 people were hospitalised after attending the party in the Norwegian capital Oslo.

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Europe's migrant crisis: The year that changed a continent

More than a million people arrived in Europe in 2015. Five years on, we reflect on what's changed.

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The search engine boss who wants to help us all plant trees

Christian Kroll is the boss of Ecosia, which donates 80% of its profits to tree-planting projects.

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Letter from Africa: Why Kenyans are no longer cheering their constitution

It is a time of reflection 10 years after the country was promised a rebirth, writes Waihiga Mwaura.

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Lebanon: Mustapha Adib front-runner for PM after Beirut blast

The government quit this month following an explosion in the capital that killed at least 200 people.

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Chadwick Boseman: Black Panther director Ryan Coogler pays emotional tribute

"The ancestors spoke through him," says Ryan Coogler in a long and loving tribute to the star.

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Girl thrown into air by kite in Taiwan

The three-year-old escaped with minor injuries after being lifted into the air by a gust of wind.

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Alaphilippe wins Tour de France stage in sprint

Frenchman Julian Alaphilippe wins stage two of the Tour de France to claim the yellow jersey in Nice.

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Lionel Messi: Barcelona forward's release clause remains valid, says La Liga

The 700m euros (£624m) release clause in Lionel Messi's Barcelona contract is still valid, says La Liga.

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Chess Olympiad: India and Russia both get gold after controversial final

India is declared joint winner with Russia after two players lost connection during the final round.

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French spying: Senior army officer investigated

The officer is stationed with Nato in Italy and is suspected of spying for Russia, sources say.

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Woman arrested for naked video on India's Lakshman Jhula bridge

The woman faces charges under India's internet law over the incident on the Lakshman Jhula bridge.

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Split emerges among top male tennis players

Novak Djokovic quits as president of the ATP player council to front a new association aiming to increase the power of the players.

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Moss Bros considering closing stores in rescue deal

The suit maker has been hit by Covid-19 restrictions on events such as Royal Ascot and large weddings.

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Belarus: Heavy security for anti-Lukashenko rally in Minsk

Riot police cordon off the main square in the centre of Minsk as columns of people march towards it.

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Montenegro election: Long-ruling party faces tough challenge

An alliance of opposition parties wants the country to have closer ties with Serbia and Russia.

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Germany coronavirus: Anger after attempt to storm parliament

Far-right activists broke away from a large protest in Berlin against coronavirus restrictions.

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Portland clashes: Fatal shooting as protesters clash

One person has been shot dead in Oregon as a large procession of supporters of President Trump clashed with Black Lives Matter protesters in Portland.

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Restaurant in China Collapses During Birthday Party, Killing 29

Rescue efforts ended at a two-story restaurant in a northern China village that collapsed during an 80th birthday celebration for a resident, leaving 29 dead, authorities said Sunday.

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Portland clashes: Fatal shooting as rival groups protest

A pro-Trump procession was met by counter-protesters in another tense night in the Oregon city.

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Canada statue of John A MacDonald toppled by activists in Montreal

John A MacDonald was accused of letting famine and disease decimate indigenous Canadian communities.

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US election 2020: Intelligence chief ends face-to-face security meetings

Democrats cry foul over the move, saying the public had a right to know about foreign interference.

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Jacob Blake: Donald Trump to visit Kenosha amid unrest

The president is due to visit the city of Kenosha on Tuesday to meet local police.

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Searching for the lost dogs of the Beirut blast

Many pets ran away after a massive explosion in Beirut, leaving Leila Molana-Allen pining for a missing puppy.

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'They wanted to drown me at birth - now I'm a poet'

Kuli Kohli has always used writing as a means of escape from the prejudice she has experienced as an Asian woman with cerebral palsy.

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Begum Rokeya: The forgotten 19th Century feminist

Begum Rokeya was a writer, educationalist and reformer who tirelessly fought for women's rights.

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Algeria's lessons from The Plague in the age of coronavirus

Finding parallels between the famous novel and how Algeria is coping with coronavirus amid political upheaval.

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Chadwick Boseman: Tributes pour in for Black Panther actor

Celebrities, civil rights activists and fans share what the actor's life and work mean to them.

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Fire breaks out in Madrid tower block

More than 20 teams of fightfighers helped bring the blaze under control.

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Germany coronavirus: 'Anti-corona' protest in Berlin draws thousands

The protesters, who say Germany's restrictions are "anti-freedom", did not observe social distancing.

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Migrant rescue: UN urges help for Banksy ship and two others in Mediterranean

Some 400 rescued migrants on three ships in the Mediterranean must be allowed to disembark, it says.

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Mauritius oil spill: Thousands march in Port Louis

Massive amounts of oil spilled into a wildlife sanctuary, and 39 dead dolphins have been discovered.

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Hurricane Laura: 400,000 without power in Louisiana

As the clean-up from Hurricane Laura begins, up to 400,000 Louisiana residents remain without power.

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Belarus: Journalists covering protests stripped of accreditation

Journalists reporting for the BBC's Russian service are among those to lose their accreditation.

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Protest against Koran-burning turns violent in Sweden

Some 300 people clashed with police in Malmo, after far-right extremists burned a Koran.

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Tito Mboweni: South Africa's finance minster known for a Twitter roast chicken fail

South Africa's Tito Mboweni is fearless on Twitter, rowing with officials and sharing cooking skills.

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US Open 2020 preview: Serena Williams, Andy Murray & Novak Djokovic head Grand Slam return

For the first time since the world was gripped by coronavirus, one of the four major tournaments is taking place when the US Open starts on Monday.

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Neuralink: Elon Musk unveils pig with chip in its brain

Gertrude the pig is a prototype of a brain-to-machine interface.

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Nathaniel Julius: South Africa police arrested for killing teen

Nathaniel Julius, who had Down's syndrome, was out to buy biscuits when he got shot, his family says.

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Mercy Beguma's family cancels memorial service

The father of a Ugandan woman found dead in Glasgow says the family is awaiting more information about her death.

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Chadwick Boseman: How Black Panther inspired children and adults

Chadwick Boseman and the Black Panther film helped many find their inner superhero.

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Chadwick Boseman: Five things to know about the Black Panther star

US actor Chadwick Boseman, best known for playing Black Panther in the hit Marvel superhero franchise, has died of cancer aged 43.

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March on Washington 2020: 'Change is slow in America'

The BBC spoke to attendees at the March on Washington 2020 to see how far the country has come.

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Chadwick Boseman: Black Panther star dies of cancer aged 43

The US actor, 43, dies of cancer at his home in Los Angeles surrounded by his family.

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Coronavirus: Children's role in spread puzzles scientists

A study from South Korea gives among the clearest pictures yet of children as carriers of the virus.

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Hurricane Laura death toll climbs to 14 in the US

Fourteen people are now confirmed dead in the US after Hurricane Laura battered two states.

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Cloud gaming: Are game streaming services bad for the planet?

Remote streaming services may be the future but could cause a sharp rise in emissions, a study shows.

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Bihar: Destroyed lives and submerged homes in flood-hit India

Homes and livelihoods have been swept away by monsoon rains in India's Bihar state.

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Amazon fires: Are they worse this year than before?

Blazes are continuing to rage in the Amazon rainforest, despite the Brazilian president's fire ban.

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Week in pictures: 22-28 August 2020

A selection of remarkable images taken around the world this week.

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Karachi floods: Pakistan's biggest city hit by record rain and heavy floods

Pakistan is seeing the worst monsoon rain on record and Karachi has been hit by devastating flooding.

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R. Kelly was 'attacked in jail', says his lawyer

The R&B singer was said to be sitting on his bed when a fellow inmate assaulted him.

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Trump speech: President lays out re-election agenda

President Trump spoke for a record breaking 70 minutes - and set out what he would do if he wins a second term.

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Hurricane Laura slams Louisiana and Texas

The category four storm was one of the strongest to ever hit the region before it was downgraded.

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Coronavirus: Gatwick passenger numbers collapse by 14.7 million

The airport says it will take four to five years for air traffic to return to pre-pandemic levels.

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Mobile users still 'ripped off' by operators says Which?

Some customers are still paying full price for contracts even after they paid off expensive phones.

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Scrapping 213 local councils could save £3bn says report

It comes as the government prepares to publish plans on overhauling the local government system.

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Seaweed: The food and fuel of the future?

The farming of seaweed is accelerating as firms exploit its fast growth and green credentials.

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Japan's PM Shinzo Abe intends to Resign for Health Reasons

Japan's longest-serving prime minister, Shinzo Abe, intends to leave office because of declining health, according to his political party. 

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Trump’s speech: From ‘criteria met’ to ‘falsehoods and lies’

This is what happened when four strangers came together to watch President Trump's address.

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Coronavirus: Renters need financial help, campaigners warn

A charity says families are behind with rent after being "punched unexpectedly into debt" due to the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Back-to-work message to be aired as schools reopen

A government campaign starting next week will urge people to go back to the workplace.

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Benefits claimants face landlord discrimination despite ruling

Thousands of listings on a property website are not available to people on benefits.

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Shinzo Abe, Japan's PM, 'set to resign for health reasons'

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is set to resign for health reasons, local media report.

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Trump or Biden? It doesn't matter for China's firms

China Inc expect a fact-based approach to trade from Joe Biden, but a tough US stance will continue.

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NZ takes action over stock market cyber attacks

The comments from New Zealand's finance minister come after trading was hit for the fourth day in a row.

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RNC 2020: Trump warns Biden will 'demolish' American dream

Addressing his party convention, the president lashed his opponent as "the destroyer of American greatness".

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NZ takes action over stock market cyber attacks

The comments from New Zealand's finance minister come after trading was hit for the fourth day in a row.

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UAE implicated in lethal drone strike in Libya

BBC finds evidence that a UAE drone killed 26 unarmed cadets in Libya’s capital Tripoli.

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Melbourne storm: Three killed as winds cause widespread damage

A four-year-old boy is among the victims as a storm fells trees and contaminates drinking water.

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Tough times to continue for Chinese firms in the US

It doesn't matter if Trump or Biden wins, the anti-Chinese sentiment will remain on the White House agenda.

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Kyle Rittenhouse charged over Wisconsin protest deaths

Kyle Rittenhouse is charged with killing two people and injuring another amid protests in Kenosha.

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Delhi 2020 religious riots: Amnesty International accuses police of rights abuses

Amnesty International finds police beat protesters and rioted with Hindu mobs against Muslims.

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British Gas sorry for winter prepayment top-up switch failure

The firm will pay £1.73m after prepayment meter customers were not told about a new provider.

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Mike Pompeo steps up criticism of HSBC over Hong Kong

The US secretary of state accuses the banking giant of aiding China's "political repression".

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Online retailer The Hut Group plans £4.5bn listing

The move by the owner of the Lookfantasic and Illamasqua brands could land its founder a £700m windfall.

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Hurricane Laura causes flash flooding as it makes landfall in Louisiana

The category four storm is expected to cause an "unsurvivable" surge as it moves inland in the US.

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Coronavirus: Payment for people on low incomes who must self-isolate

The benefit will be trialled in some parts of north-west England where coronavirus cases have risen.

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Coronavirus: Rolls-Royce reports record loss as travel slumps

The company, which makes engines for planes, is cutting jobs and selling assets to bolster its finances.

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TikTok boss quits as Trump's ban looms

Kevin Mayer is leaving the video-sharing app at the centre of controversy amid US-China tensions.

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Warnings of 'ghost towns' if staff do not return to the office

Local businesses and jobs will suffer if workers do not return to the office, says the head of the CBI.

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Naomi Osaka leaves WTA tournament over Blake shooting

The WTA New York tournament is suspended after Osaka withdraws in a protest over US police violence.

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Tanya Day: Aboriginal death in custody decision 'devastates' relatives

Tanya Day's relatives say police should be prosecuted over her preventable death in custody.

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TikTok boss quits as Trump's ban looms

Kevin Mayer is leaving the video-sharing app at the centre of controversy amid US-China tensions.

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RNC 2020: Pence warns Americans 'won't be safe' if Biden wins

The US vice-president depicts November's vote as a choice between law-and-order and lawlessness.

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India coronavirus: Covid strikes remote Greater Andamanese tribe

There are just 53 members of the Greater Andamanese tribe left- four test positive for the virus.

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Coronavirus: Vaccine front-runner China already inoculating workers

Chinese health officials say they used emergency powers to secretly test unapproved vaccines.

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NBA, MLB and MLS postpone games after Milwaukee Bucks' walkout over Jacob Blake shooting

After Milwaukee Bucks cancelled a fixture over the shooting of Jacob Blake, other basketball, football, tennis and soccer players follow suit.

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Christchurch shooting: Gunman is first in New Zealand to be given life term without parole

Brenton Tarrant, 29, shot dead 51 people at two mosques in Christchurch in March last year.

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Trump challenges Biden to drug test before debate

The president claims Mr Biden went from incoherent to articulate in a previous debate.

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Jacob Blake: Police officer in Kenosha shooting named

Wisconsin's attorney general names the officer who shot Jacob Blake seven times in the back.

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Caged Congolese man: Why a zoo took 114 years to apologise

Ota Benga was kidnapped from what is now DR Congo in 1904 and taken to the US to be exhibited.

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India NEET, JEE exams: 'Conducting these exams will be a giant mistake'

Indian students are demanding that competitive college exams be postponed due to the pandemic.

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Why Navalny’s team sees Kremlin's hands in attack

Activists do not doubt the Russian opposition figure was targeted for his political work.

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Blueberry farmers warn of 'disaster' crop

Wild blueberry farmers in the US state of Maine are now facing numerous challenges.

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Eusebio Leal: The man who saved Old Havana from decay

Historian Eusebio Leal died last month but his legacy is far-reaching in the city he loved.

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Germany extends coronavirus pay top-up scheme

Short-time work subsidies had been due to expire next March, but will now run until the end of 2021.

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Jacob Blake: 'Three shot' during third night of Wisconsin unrest

People are protesting in Kenosha, Wisconsin, over the police shooting of 29-year-old Jacob Blake.

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Srebrenica: Ratko Mladic to address appeal judges directly

The former Bosnian Serb commander is appealing against his conviction for genocide over Srebrenica.

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Plane built on Mumbai rooftop takes to the skies

No one believed pilot Amol Yadav when he told them his plans, but he proved them wrong.

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Christchurch shooting: Grief, defiance as victims confront gunman

Almost 100 survivors and relatives of victims confronted Australian gunman Brenton Tarrant.

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Usain Bolt: Jamaican sprinter tests positive for coronavirus

Jamaica's eight-time Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt tests positive for coronavirus, his agent confirms.

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Kim Jong-un warns over North Korea typhoon and coronavirus

Despite rumours over his health, the North Korean leaders appears well and in charge.

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RNC 2020: What young Republicans think of Trump

The BBC spoke to young Republicans in the lead-up to the 2020 presidential election.

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Jacob Blake shooting: 'I'm not sad. I'm not sorry. I'm angry'

Jacob Blake's sister says that she is numb after years of seeing black people shot by police.

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Hong Kong pro-democracy lawmakers arrested over Yuen Long

One is accused of rioting, over the 2019 incident which saw protesters attacked at Yuen Long station.

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Ant IPO: China's mighty financial group heads for a mega market debut

Little known in the West, China's dominant mobile payment firm is tipped for the world's biggest IPO.

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Topless sunbathing defended by French interior minister

Gérald Darmanin tweets his support after police asked women relaxing on a beach to cover up.

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Ant IPO: China's mighty financial group heads for a mega market debut

Little known in the West, China's dominant mobile payment firm is tipped for the world's biggest IPO.

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RNC 2020: Melania Trump to take centre stage on second night

The party conference's second night will also hear from presidential children Eric and Tiffany Trump.

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Beirut residents fear they may lose their homes to gentrification after blast

Mrs Beaini has lived in the same Beirut house for more than 60 years, but she can't afford repairs.

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US Postal Service: Three states sue Trump government

Hawaii, New Jersey and New York are suing the Trump administration over alleged "partisan meddling".

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WindowSwap: ‘I think we all are explorers in our own ways’

People from around the world are sharing videos of what’s outside their windows.

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Navalny and Russia’s arsenal of exotic poisons

Nerve agent was apparently used on Putin critic Alexei Navalny – and Russia has a history of poisonings.

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Fears of a serial killer in South African farm community

A farming community in South Africa is reeling after the bodies of five women were recently discovered.

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Carnival and coronavouchers: Brazil’s economic struggles

The disruption caused by coronavirus means that Brazil's samba schools now face an uncertain future.

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Mike Pence at RNC 2020: The rare times he made headlines

The vice-president has largely stayed out of the limelight. We take a look at the few times he didn't.

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Appledore Shipyard to reopen after £7m InfraStrata deal

Appledore Shipyard in Devon closed in March 2019 but has now been bought by InfraStrata.

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Saba Sahar: Afghan actress and film director shot in Kabul

Saba Sahar, an outspoken voice on women's rights, was going to work when a gunman shot at her car.

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Mike Pompeo lands in Sudan after 'historic' flight

The visit comes as the Secretary of State urged more Arab states to make a peace deal with Israel.

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KFC drops Finger Lickin' Good slogan amid coronavirus

The fast food giant says the slogan will be paused as it "doesn't quite fit" during the pandemic.

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Co-op Bank to shed 350 jobs and close branches

Economic uncertainty and the shift to online banking have prompted the cuts, the bank says.

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Virgin Atlantic awaits key vote on survival deal

The airline agreed the £1.2bn rescue deal in July to secure its future beyond the coronavirus crisis.

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Bosnian war: Ratko Mladic appeals against genocide conviction

Ratko Mladic led forces during the 1990s Bosnian war and was jailed for life in 2017.

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Covid-19: South Korea closes Seoul schools amid rise in cases

Almost all students in the greater Seoul area, home to 25 million people, will now take classes online.

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Coronavirus restrictions 'severely hampering' South Asia flood relief

Humanitarian agencies warn that coronavirus restrictions are slowing down Monsoon relief efforts.

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Africa to be declared free of wild polio in 'milestone'

Rumours and misinformation about the vaccine slowed down immunisation efforts.

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KFC drops Finger Lickin' Good slogan amid coronavirus

Fast food giant says the slogan does not feel "quite right" amid the global pandemic.

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RNC 2020: Black speakers praise Trump and reject Democrats

A series of African-American speakers reject Democratic claims that President Trump is racist.

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Climate change: New UK law to curb deforestation in supply chains

UK businesses will have to show that products and supply lines are free from illegal deforestation.

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Coronavirus: Bali closed to foreign tourists until end of 2020

The Indonesian island scraps plans to open up to foreigners next month, over virus concerns.

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Australia fires: Similar or worse disasters 'will happen again'

After a disaster "not seen in Australia in recorded history", an inquiry makes dozens of recommendations.

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Facebook blocks Thai access to group critical of monarchy

The social media giant is preparing legal action to challenge Bangkok's pressure to block the group.

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Trump: US and China hold 'constructive' trade talks after delay

President Trump had previously postponed the trade meeting as he didn't "want to talk to China right now."

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US and China hold 'constructive' trade talks after delay

President Trump had previously postponed the trade meeting as he didn't "want to talk to China right now."

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Coronavirus: Dr Anthony Fauci warns against rushing out vaccine

US President Donald Trump reportedly is considering skipping regulatory steps to get out a vaccine.

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Republican National Convention: Trump warns of 'rigged election'

He opens the Republican conference with disputed claims mail-in ballots could lead to voter fraud.

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Brazil footballer Ronaldinho released in Paraguay

A judge in Paraguay releases the footballer after his detention for a forged passport.

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Hong Kong protest singers fear for their future

Has the new national security law pulled the plug on Hong Kong's pro-democracy musicians?

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Coronavirus in Kenya: How it turned classrooms into chicken coops

Some Kenyan private schools have found new sources of income after they were forced to close.

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Tesco's 16,000 jobs drive to reward lockdown temps

The supermarket says people hired to deal with a surge in deliveries will get permanent roles.

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Israeli youths unearth 1,100-year-old gold coins from Abbasid era

Volunteers at an archaeological dig find 425 coins, enough to buy a mansion when they were buried.

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Trump's postal-vote tweet misleading, says Twitter

The platform flagged the president's tweet and said it could "dissuade voters".

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BTS's Dynamite smashes YouTube records and heads for UK number one

Dynamite is the first video in YouTube history to gain over 100 million views in a 24-hour period.

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Kellyanne Conway: Key moments from her White House career

The president's adviser has announced she is stepping down from her role at the end of August.

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Coronavirus: Bailiffs return to chase pre-lockdown unpaid debts

Bailiffs are resuming operations after a five-month suspension due to coronavirus.

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South Korea on brink of nationwide virus outbreak, officials warn

The country held up as a model for its response to Covid-19 is facing a dangerous new surge.

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Sonia Gandhi to step down as leader of India's Congress party

She has asked the Congress party to elect a new leader following a letter by a group of dissidents.

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Mike Ashley buys long-time rival's business out of administration

The Sports Direct owner will buy gyms and shops from Dave Whelan after they went bust.

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Police make 148 arrests after clashes following PSG Champions League defeat

French police made 148 arrests following riots in the capital after Paris St-Germain's 1-0 defeat by Bayern Munich in the Champions League final.

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Wisconsin: Protests erupt after police shoot black man

A curfew is imposed on the city of Kenosha in the US state, after the man is seriously injured.

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Nóra Quoirin: Malaysia opens inquest into death of London teenager

The 15-year-old vanished from her room during a family holiday last year at a Malaysian resort.

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Kellyanne Conway resigns as senior White House advisor

Ms Conway says she is stepping down at the end of August to give her children "less drama, more mama".

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Coronavirus job losses may deepen regional inequality - Labour

Areas with a high proportion of workers in struggling sectors will be hardest hit by the pandemic, the party says.

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Rio Tinto bosses lose bonuses over Aboriginal cave destruction

Executives at the mining giant Rio Tinto have had their payouts cut over the culturally important site.

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Rio Tinto bosses lose bonuses over Aboriginal cave destruction

Executives at the mining giant Rio Tinto have had their payouts cut over the culturally important site.

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US approves use of blood plasma treatment on coronavirus patients

The move comes after Donald Trump accused regulators of impeding the development of a Covid-19 cure.

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Thousands evacuated as two storms head for southern US

Hurricane Marco and Tropical Storm Laura are both expected to hit the southern US coast days apart.

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Ten countries kept out Covid. But did they win?

Covid-19 has infected almost every country in the world – apart from 10. So what do they do now?

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Republican National Convention: What is happening this year?

We answer all your questions, including who is expected to speak and how Covid-19 has affected plans.

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Coronavirus in South Africa: Whistleblower questions winter tent deaths

Suspected Covid-19 patients were routinely left in an open tent, in sub-zero temperatures, the BBC finds.

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Q&A: What is GolfGate and why is it causing Ireland problems?

The golf dinner that led to recriminations, resignations and the recall of the Irish parliament.

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The Iranian immigrant who conquered online video tech

Shahrzad Rafati is the boss of internet video technology firm BroadbandTV.

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Belarus opposition holds mass rally in Minsk despite ban

Tens of thousands gather in Minsk, as pressure on President Lukashenko shows no sign of easing.

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California wildfires seen from a plane as Trump declares major disaster

US President Donald Trump has declared a major disaster and released federal aid.

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Donald Trump's sister says he's an 'unprincipled phoney'

Recordings reveal Maryanne Trump Barry, a former federal judge, saying her brother "has no principles".

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Iran plane crash: Cockpit exchange recorded after missile hit Ukraine jet

All 176 people aboard a Ukrainian plane were killed when it was mistakenly downed by Iran in January.

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Thomas Restobar Club: Crush kills 13 as Peru police raid party violating lockdown

The crush happens as revellers try to leave a nightclub in the capital Lima.

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Miroslava Breach murder: Mexico jails man who ordered journalist's death

The man who ordered the killing of Miroslava Breach in 2017 receives rare 50-year sentence.

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Christchurch mosque gunman Brenton Tarrant faces sentencing hearing

Brenton Tarrant has admitted killing 51 people and wounding dozens more at two New Zealand mosques.

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California wildfires: Trump declares major disaster

One fire tearing through the state is the third largest California has ever seen.

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TikTok launches legal action against Trump over ban

President Donald Trump ordered Americans to stop doing business with the popular Chinese video app.

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Coronavirus: Is the US the worst-hit country for deaths?

President Trump says the death rate in the US is lower than elsewhere - what does the data show?

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Coronavirus: Croatia's culture capital Rijeka tries to salvage year

The cheers had barely died down after Rijeka's opening ceremony when the pandemic struck.

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US trans rights: The teen who sued his school, and won, over bathroom use

Drew Adams, a US trans man, has won a court battle against his school to use the male bathrooms.

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Why a Somali-born fighter is being honoured in Rome

Some Italians are revaluating their colonial past in East Africa, writes Ismail Einashe.

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Coronavirus vaccine: Short cuts and allegations of dirty tricks in race to be first

Russia, China, the US and UK see a vaccine as a projection of their scientific prowess.

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'It's a scary time for stand-up comedians'

Edinburgh Festival Fringe acts are making the best of a bad situation online, but for how long?

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Death Valley: What life is like in the 'hottest place on Earth'

The Death Valley just saw one of the highest temperatures ever recorded on Earth - 130F (54.4C)

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Mpape Crushed Rock: Nigerians flock to new Abuja beauty spot

Nigeria's Mpape Crushed Rock is an unlikely tourist sensation for fun-seekers near the capital, Abuja.

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The two students who took on Coke and Pepsi

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

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TikTok launches legal action against Trump over ban

President Donald Trump ordered Americans to stop doing business with the popular Chinese video app.

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Belarus protests: Mum's search for detained teenage poll observer

Darina, 19, was seized while monitoring voting in the disputed election. Her mum couldn't find her.

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Christchurch mosque attacks: 'I'm close to forgiving, but not there yet'

The wife of a man killed in the Christchurch attacks is preparing to attend the gunman's sentencing.

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China-US comedians: 'We hope jokes travel faster than the virus’

Comedians Jesse Appell in the United States and Tony Chou in China caught up online during the pandemic.

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Belarus: What lies behind the protests?

Mass strikes and protests have been continuing in Belarus, following disputed elections on 9 August.

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Coronavirus pandemic: Children aged 12 and over should wear masks - WHO

The UN health body says there is some evidence teenagers can infect others in the same way as adults.

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Masked Singer Australia suspended after seven crew test positive for Covid-19

The Australian version's entire production team, including celebrities, are now in self-isolation.

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Dozens of WWII Veterans to Gather in Hawaii Amid Pandemic

Several dozen aging U.S. veterans, including some who were in Tokyo Bay as swarms of warplanes buzzed overhead and nations converged to end World War II, will gather on a battleship in Pearl Harbor next month to mark the 75th anniversary of Japan’s surrender, even if it means the vulnerable group may be risking their lives again amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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President Trump's Condemning of 'Beyond Disgraceful' Attacks on Religious Freedom Leads up to UN Commemoration

On August 22, the United Nations (UN) will recognize the second annual "International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief," as a way for states to increase their efforts in raising awareness on violence and discrimination against people based on their religion or belief.

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Oradour-sur-Glane: France's best-known Nazi massacre site vandalised

President Macron condemns the "unspeakable" act at Oradour-sur-Glane, where 642 people were killed.

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Fredie Blom: 'World's oldest man' dies aged 116 in South Africa

Fredie Blom's identity documents showed he was born in 1904, although his record was never verified.

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Coronavirus: Germany puts on crowded 'study concerts' with Tim Bendzko

Scientists are using Saturday's three concerts to explore ways of holding mass indoor events safely.

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ICYMI: Leopard cubs in unlikely places and baby pandas

Baby pandas, leopard cubs and Europe's biggest mural. Some of the stories you may have missed this week.

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Golden State Killer sentenced: Survivors welcome life jail term

Survivors of the crimes of Joseph DeAngelo, known as the Golden State Killer, welcome his life sentence.

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Iraqi activist killing: Why are so many being targeted?

Riham Yaqoob was the face of many local anti-government protests, why are activists being targeted?

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Red Hot Chilli Peppers: Guitarist Jack Sherman dies aged 64

Jack Sherman, who joined the band for their first album and first US tour, is described as "unique".

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Belarus unrest: Opposition leader says Belarusian people must not stop now

In an exclusive interview with the BBC, the Belarusian opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya said the people must continue fighting.

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Alexei Navalny: Putin critic taken to airport for flight to Germany

The Russian opposition activist is being flown to Berlin for treatment, after falling ill in Siberia.

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Viktor Tsoi: How a 33-year-old song became an anthem for change in Belarus

For anyone watching the protests in Belarus, there is one song that keeps being heard in the crowds.

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Syrian refugees left feeling helpless - again - by Beirut blast

Thousands of Syrian refugees living in Lebanon were among those worst affected by the disaster.

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Nile dam row: Ethiopia's pop stars hit out

The battle with Egypt over who has rights to the waters of the River Nile is played out by musicians.

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Coronavirus: Historic Bratislava counts cost of closed borders

Slovakia was praised for its swift response to Covid-19, but its tourist industry is paying the price.

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Brexit: The EU and UK are locked in last-minute power play

Time is running out for Brussels and London to reach a post-Brexit trade deal.

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The couple blamed for an Islamic State attack on their wedding

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

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Microsoft Flight Simulator: The entire world in a game

The latest Flight Simulator title promises a near-perfect replica of the entire world.

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19th amendment: A 100-year milestone for women... and what comes next

A hundred years after US women won the right to vote, female candidates reflect on what’s left to do.

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Coronavirus: Romance scams, the Yahoo boys and my friend Beth

Security experts warn there's been an increase in online fraud during the coronavirus pandemic

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The last meals of US prisoners on death row

Photographer Jackie Black recreated the meals requested by US prisoners before they were executed.

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Brexit: UK-EU trade deal 'seems unlikely' says Michel Barnier

The bloc's negotiator says talks are "going backwards" as the UK says "little progress" has been made.

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Joe Biden's speech 'lots of sweetness and light'

A Trump voter and three Biden voters react to the former vice-president's nomination speech together.

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China floods: World's biggest dam nears capacity

Record floods hit China's Three Gorges Dam on the Yangtze River with millions of people affected.

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Brayden Harrington: Joe Biden and the boy with the stutter

On the final day of the Democratic National Convention, teenager Brayden Harrington steals the show.

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Kansas City Chiefs ban fans from wearing headdresses and face paint

Kansas City Chiefs ban fans from wearing headdresses or face paint that "appropriates American Indian cultures" at their home stadium.

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UK government debt hits £2tn for first time

The government now owes more than 100% of GDP for the first time in 60 years.

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UK retail sales climb back to pre-pandemic levels

Sales rose by 3.6% in July as demand for clothing recovered and people spent more on fuel.

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Coronavirus: Job shortage sees 1,000 people chase one position

Data reveals vacancy adverts are down by 59% compared with last summer, with some areas down 80%.

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Veep star mixes politics and comedy at convention

The Veep star and host of Joe Biden's convention night poked fun at President Trump - but was she funny?

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Alibaba tells Trump we 'support American brands'

The comments from the online retail giant's boss come as the firm saw sales jump in the wake of the pandemic.

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Singing 'no riskier than talking' for virus spread

It does not produce many more respiratory particles than speaking at similar volume, a study finds.

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News publishers fight tech giants for better deals

Apple and Google face pressure from news providers who want a greater share of revenue for their content.

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News publishers fight tech giants for better deals

Apple and Google face pressure from news providers who want a greater share of revenue for their content.

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US Demands International Community Restore UN Sanctions Against Iran

The United States on Thursday demanded that virtually all of the previous UN sanctions against Iran be restored, citing the Islamic republic’s failure to abide by the terms of the 2015 nuclear deal – known formally as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

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Evo Morales: Exiled Bolivian ex-president accused of rape

Bolivia's former leader has not commented on the allegations of rape and human trafficking.

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DNC 2020: We will overcome this season of darkness - Joe Biden

Joe Biden accepts the nomination for president at the Democratic National Convention.

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China's Alibaba offers olive branch to Trump

The comments from the online retail giant's boss come as the firm saw sales jump in the wake of the pandemic.

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DNC 2020: Biden depicts election as battle of light and darkness

The former US vice-president said his rival has unleashed "too much fear, too much division".

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Alexei Navalny: Plane to bring 'poisoned' Russian critic to Germany

Opposition figure Alexei Navalny is in a coma in a Siberian hospital after falling ill on a plane.

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Lyft and Uber receive reprieve in California employment rights row

The companies have appealed a court ruling to classify their drivers as employees, not contractors.

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Coronavirus: Youthful Pakistan appears to avoid worst of pandemic

Testing in Pakistan has been low, but the country seems to have suffered less than its neighbours.

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Coronavirus: Why Spain is seeing second wave

Spain has Europe's fastest-rising caseload two months after it lifted one of the strictest lockdowns.

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Africa's week in pictures: 14-20 August 2020

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

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Croatia could be next on UK quarantine list, say sources

If confirmed, anyone travelling to the UK from the country would have to quarantine for 14 days.

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Mothercare finalises deal to sell products in Boots

The agreement is part of a restructure of the baby goods firm, which closed its UK stores in January.

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Breast cancer: One-dose radiotherapy 'as effective as full course'

A University College London study followed more than 2,000 women for five years after the treatment.

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Thom Brennaman: Cincinnati Reds suspend broadcaster for homophobic slur

The Cincinnati Reds baseball team suspend commentator Thom Brennaman after he broadcasted a homophobic comment that he believed was off air.

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Kamala Harris speech: What was the verdict on how she did?

The California senator made history to formally accept the Democratic VP nomination. How did she do?

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Sports Direct owner Frasers Group sees signs of 'normality' returning

Despite the recovery Frasers Group says profits fell during "the most challenging year" in its history.

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Obama and top Democrats go after Donald Trump

On a night that crowned the vice-presidential nominee, the party had choice words for the commander-in-chief.

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Jessie and Austin: The Bodies in the Suitcase

TikTok: Viral video of murder victims stays up, despite the family’s request.

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QAnon: Trump lauds bizarre conspiracy theory

The president said he did not know much about the online group, except that its adherents like him.

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Anthony Horowitz: 'I feel the need to do the unexpected'

The prolific novelist's latest work is a mind-bending murder mystery to tie readers in knots.

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DNC 2020: Kamala Harris savages Trump 'failure of leadership'

The California senator says the Republican leader "turns our tragedies into political weapons".

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Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny 'poisoned'

Alexei Navalny is unconscious in hospital after falling ill on a flight, his spokeswoman says.

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Airbnb puts stock market launch back on the table

The online booking firm had plans to publicly list before the coronavirus struck earlier this year.

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Hong Kong: US suspends extradition treaty over national security law

Three treaties between the US and Hong Kong were suspended, the latest move to pressure China.

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Kamala Harris: at DNC 2020: There is no vaccine for racism

The Democratic vice-presidential candidate Kamala Harris speaks at the Democratic National Convention.

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Anon Nampa: Thai lawyer arrested over monarchy protest

Anon Nampa has been a leading figure in unprecedented calls for reform of the powerful institution.

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Coronavirus-hit Qantas posts £1bn annual loss

The Australian airline expects around 4,000 of its planned job cuts to be finalised by the end of September.

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Calls for new inquiry into Belgian police custody tragedy

New images show a police officer giving a Nazi salute while the Slovak man was pinned down on a bed.

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Democratic convention: Obama to blast Trump's 'reality show'

The former US president will say his Republican successor "hasn't grown into the job because he can't."

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The king, his lover - and the elephant in the palace

Corinna zu Sayn-Wittgenstein speaks out about a multi-million euro gift from Spain's ex-king and an ill-fated elephant hunt.

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US Election 2020: Kamala Harris targeted by false conspiracy theories

The Democratic vice-presidential nominee has been subjected to lots of false claims on social media.

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Arctic National Wildlife Refuge: The animals at risk from Alaska oil drilling

As Donald Trump pushes forward with plans for drilling in the Alaskan wilderness, what is at stake?

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Gunjan Saxena: India female pilot’s war biopic flies into a row

Gunjan Saxena, the female pilot who played a starring role in the Kargil conflict, sets the record straight.

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Cuba Gooding Jr accused of raping woman

The Oscar-winning actor is alleged to have assaulted the unnamed woman in New York in 2013.

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Mpape Crushed Rock: Nigerians flock to new Abuja beauty spot

Nigeria's Mpape Crushed Rock is an unlikely tourist sensation for fun-seekers near the capital, Abuja.

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UK inflation rises to 1% in July as lockdown eases

The rate of Consumer Price Index inflation jumped from 0.6% in June to 1% in July, official figures show.

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China record floods wet feet of Leshan Giant Buddha

More than 100,000 people are also evacuated as the worst flooding in decades hits the region.

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Trump gives nod to Oracle buyout of TikTok in US

Oracle's chairman Larry Ellison is a supporter of the US president and held a fundraiser for him this year.

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Trump gives nod to Oracle buyout of TikTok in US

Oracle's chairman Larry Ellison is a supporter of the US president and held a fundraiser for him this year.

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South Korea tightens Covid-19 curbs amid warning of new 'crisis'

Bars and museums in and around Seoul are closed amid warnings of an impending virus crisis.

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Trump campaign Russia contacts were 'grave threat', says Senate report

A Republican-led Senate committee says the Trump campaign's Russia links were an intelligence threat.

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Can Harry Potter magic tourists back to Japan?

Film studio Warner Bros hopes its new tourist attraction based on the boy wizard will be ready for 2023.

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Can Harry Potter magic tourists back to Japan?

Film studio Warner Bros hopes its new tourist attraction based on the boy wizard will be ready for 2023.

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US Election 2020: Biden is crowned as Democratic nominee

Elder statesmen Bill Clinton, Colin Powell and John Kerry line up to endorse Mr Biden.

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Chrystia Freeland named Canada's first female finance minister

The prime minister also announced he will suspend Parliament until 23 September.

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Kamala Harris speech: Women who paved way for first black female VP hopeful

How would-be White House women have campaigned and reflected on their pioneering candidacies.

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Death Valley: What life is like in the 'hottest place on Earth'

The Death Valley just saw one of the highest temperatures ever recorded on Earth - 130F (54.4C)

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Belarus on the brink: What now?

After 26 years under President Lukashenko people in Belarus are demanding change.

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Somali hotel raid: 'How I survived my fourth siege'

An ex-BBC journalist on his ordeal and how his friend was amongst the 20 people to die in the attack.

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Coronavirus: Romance scams, the Yahoo boys and my friend Beth

Security experts warn there's been an increase in online fraud during the coronavirus pandemic

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Broadway workers fight to stay afloat with theatres closed

Broadway theatres will be shut until 2021 leaving performers and crew jobless for nearly a year.

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Iconic British music brand NME launches in Asia

The announcement comes as much of the global media industry is being forced to make significant cuts.

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Iconic British music brand NME launches in Asia

The announcement comes as much of the global media industry is being forced to make significant cuts.

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'I'm very anxious about getting back to work'

Charities say thousands who have been shielding may have to choose between a job and their health.

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Mali's president resigns and dissolves parliament

Mali's President Ibrahim Boubacar Keïta has resigned, after being detained by soldiers on Tuesday, state TV reports

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Beirut blast: Born without a father

Two weeks after the explosion that shattered Beirut, we meet families whose lives changed forever.

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Missouri couple who pointed guns at BLM protesters 'to speak at Republican convention'

Mark and Patricia McCloskey were filmed pointing guns at racial justice demonstrators in June.

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Mauritius oil spill: Bad weather impedes clean-up

Rough seas make it too risky to clear the remaining oil from a ship that ran aground on a coral reef.

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Lego hand comes out of boy's nose after two years

Samir Anwar was eating a muffin on a day out when he sneezed the 10 mm piece out of his nose.

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Fountainstown Beach: Bioluminescent plankton light up Cork beach

Bioluminescent plankton light up the waves at Fountainstown Beach, just south of Cork City.

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Former Chancellor Javid returns to JP Morgan

Mr Javid quit as chancellor in February after refusing to sack his advisers.

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Democratic National Convention: What you missed on day one

Eva Longoria, Megan Rapinoe and Biden's singing grandchildren - how Democrats tried to hook the at-home audience.

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Wuhan coronavirus: From silent streets to packed pools

Images of crowds at a waterpark festival show how far the city has moved on from its January lockdown.

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Pandit Jasraj: A ‘huge pillar of Indian music has fallen’

The vocalist died at his home in the US after suffering a cardiac arrest.

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M&S to cut 7,000 jobs over next three months

The High Street retailer says the coronavirus pandemic has meant a "material shift in trade".

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Michelle Obama: Trump is 'wrong president' for US

Michelle Obama speaks at the 2020 Democratic National Convention.

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Trump dangles cash for US firms moving from China

The US president is enticing companies to move factories back to America while punishing those who don’t.

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Citibank sues for $176m payment made in error

Citigroup says the over-payment to hedge fund Brigade was due to an "operational mistake".

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Democratic convention: Trump clearly over his head - Michelle Obama

"Donald Trump is the wrong president for our country," says the ex-first lady in an emotional message.

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Former CIA officer charged with spying for China

It is the latest espionage arrest at a time of growing tension between Washington and Beijing.

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Trump dangles cash for US firms moving from China

The US president is enticing companies to move factories back to America while punishing those who don’t.

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Ellen DeGeneres: Three producers fired over 'toxic workplace' claims

The departures follow allegations by former staff members of bullying, racism and sexual misconduct.

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China defends detention of Uighur model in Xinjiang

Merdan Ghappar sent video and texts about life in Xinjiang's secretive detention system to his family.

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Rafik Hariri tribunal: Verdict due over assassination of Lebanon ex-PM

Four men have been tried in absentia over the killing of Rafik Hariri in a 2005 bomb attack.

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Bill Morneau: Canada finance minister quits amid charity probe

Bill Morneau denies his exit is linked to the ethics scandal that has ensnared both him and the PM.

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US election 2020: The 19th amendment and a 100-year milestone for women

A hundred years after US women won the right to vote, female candidates reflect on what’s left to do.

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With UAE deal, Israel opens tentative new chapter with Gulf Arabs

The UAE's decision to normalise relations with Israel is a gamble for the Gulf state, writes Frank Gardner.

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Libya conflict: Why Egypt might send troops to back Gen Haftar

The fall of Col Gaddafi nine years ago unleased chaos in North Africa, which Egypt fears could spill over.

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Microsoft Flight Simulator: The entire world in a game

The latest Flight Simulator title promises a near-perfect replica of the entire world.

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Google says Australian law would put search and YouTube at risk

The tech firm is fighting efforts to make it pay for local media content.

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CBN News Jerusalem Marks 20 Years of Coverage in Israel and the Middle East

August 17 marks the twentieth anniversary of the CBN News Bureau in Jerusalem, which has grown from a tiny office to a global outreach. Bureau Chief Chris Mitchell takes a look back.

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In pictures: Belarus rocked by anti-government protests

Hundreds of thousands of people have taken to the streets amid anger over a disputed election.

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

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

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Ryanair cuts flights as EU virus rates hit bookings

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

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US tightens restrictions on Huawei computer chip access

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

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Ryanair cuts flights as EU virus rates hit bookings

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

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Colombia offers reward after eight young partygoers killed

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

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Thai protests: Thousands join rally in Bangkok

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

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

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

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Selfridges to offer clothing rental in environmental push

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

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

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

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Morrisons considers ditching all 'bags for life' for paper

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

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Strikes expected in Belarus after mass protests

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

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Coronavirus: Japan suffers its biggest economic slump on record

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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The couple blamed for an Islamic State attack on their wedding

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

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

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

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The two students who took on Coke and Pepsi

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

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Beirut explosion: The story of Platoon Five

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

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

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

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MSC Grandiosa: First Mediterranean cruise launches after five-month pause

Operator MSC Cruises says everyone aboard has been tested for coronavirus amid safety concerns.

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Kei Nishikori tests positive for coronavirus two weeks before US Open

Japan's Kei Nishikori tests positive for coronavirus and will not play at the Cincinnati Masters, with the US Open two weeks away.

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Mogadishu attack: Somali troops battle gunmen who stormed Elite Hotel

Troops battle al-Shabab militants who stormed the Elite Hotel in the capital, Mogadishu.

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What's happening in Belarus?

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

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Coronavirus: How music played on in lockdown

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

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Israel and UAE launch direct phone links after historic accord

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

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Jessica McCaskill beats Cecilia Braekhus to become undisputed world welterweight champion

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

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Zimbabwe rejects Catholic bishops' criticism of corruption and abuse

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

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

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

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Thai protests: Thousands gather in Bangkok to demand reforms

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

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Debenhams hires liquidator in contingency plan

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

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Dropshipping: The hustlers making millions from goods they never handle

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

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

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

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Mauritius oil spill: Wrecked MV Wakashio breaks up

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

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

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

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Robert Trump: President's younger brother dies in hospital

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

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Fawzia Koofi: Afghan negotiator and campaigner shot by gunmen

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

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Belarus: Vladimir Putin 'pledges support' for President Lukashenko

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

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Egypt Facebook page raises hopes for missing children

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Coronavirus: Ten African innovations to help tackle Covid-19

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

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Angola orders Brazil evangelical churches to close

Prosecutors seize buildings run by the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God, alleging corruption.

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

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

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Tea at the Ritz soured by credit card scammers

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

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Coronavirus: France quarantine starts after race to beat deadline

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

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MS Dhoni: India legend retires after 16-year international career

India great and World Cup-winning captain MS Dhoni retires after a 16-year international career.

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Belgian cyclist crashes off bridge in Italy

Remco Evenepoel has crashed and fallen several metres off a bridge during the Il Lombardia race.

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MS Dhoni retirement leaves a void in world cricket

India's most successful captain and one of the all-time greats had a profound impact on the sport.

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Pompeo signs deal to redeploy troops from Germany to Poland

The agreement, signed in Warsaw, will see some US troops redeployed from Germany to Poland.

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China restaurant apologises for weighing customers

The policy was introduced after a national campaign against food waste was launched.

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Australia surfer saves wife by punching shark

A husband leapt on to the shark as it attacked his wife off Port Macquarie, New South Wales.

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Barcelona: What next after their humiliating 8-2 defeat by Bayern Munich?

What next for Barcelona after a humiliating 8-2 Champions League quarter-final defeat by Bayern Munich?

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Belarus: Baltic states call for new 'transparent' election amid protests

The leaders of Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia urge Belarus to re-run its disputed presidential vote.

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Thai king commutes death sentence of UK pair’s killers

Two men from Burma were convicted of murdering backpackers David Miller and Hannah Witheridge.

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Dolly Parton: 'Of course black lives matter!'

The legendary country singer has been reticent to share her political beliefs in the past.

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Belarus election: 'He threatened to burn us alive'

The BBC speaks to some of those arrested and detained during anti-government protests in Belarus.

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'Miel Gibson' honey lands Chilean entrepreneur in hot water

One small company found itself in trouble after using the Hollywood actor's image to sell honey.

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VJ Day: Japan marks 75 years since end of WWII

Japan's surrender on 15 August 1945, also known as VJ Day, marked the end of World War Two.

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Trump visits brother in New York hospital

"He's having a tough time," the president said, though the younger sibling's condition is unclear.

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'If you croak we don't care': Brutality in Belarus

The BBC hears shocking accounts of police brutality as the Belarus president defies mass protests.

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VJ Day: A WW2 hero and a reckoning with Japan's past

Hiroo Onoda had sworn never to surrender. He believed the rest of his countrymen would do the same.

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Netanyahu focus of Israeli protests against 'the king'

The prime minister's home becomes the focal point of the biggest demonstrations for years.

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How a BBC show helped shape Africa

The BBC Focus on Africa programme has played a dramatic role in covering the continent over the last 60 years.

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The fiery Indian student who ran a secret radio station for independence

Usha Mehta was 22 when she started broadcasting during India's freedom movement.

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Ex-pizza delivery boy's gym firm worth over £1bn

Ben Francis, the founder of sportswear company Gymshark, has sold a 21% stake to a US investor.

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Belarus: Opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya speaks from exile

Belarusian opposition leader Svetlana Tikhanovskaya speaks out from exile via a video she uploaded to YouTube.

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Nestlé sued over tonnes of dead fish in French river

The fish were found in a river in north-eastern France and some 14 species have been affected.

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Coronavirus: 'Serious mistakes' made over Ruby Princess outbreak

An Australian inquiry is highly critical of the authorities' handling of the Ruby Princess outbreak.

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Just Eat to stop using gig economy workers

Boss Jitse Groen says he would rather have staff who get benefits and more workplace protection.

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The students risking it all to challenge the Thai monarchy

In Thailand, criticising the royal family can mean secret trials and long prison sentences.

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Madagascar president's herbal tonic fails to halt Covid-19 spike

Cases of Covid-19 in Madagascar quadrupled over a month despite the president pushing an unproven remedy.

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

France and the Netherlands have been added to the list of UK quarantine countries.

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Eurotunnel warns travellers not to turn up without a booking

The firm says customers trying to return early from France must have a booking to travel.

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New Zealand extends Auckland ‘lockdown’ for 12 days

The country went 102 days without community transmission, but now has a cluster of 29 cases.

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Coronavirus: Florida sheriff bans deputies from wearing masks

The order also requires visitors to the sheriff's office to have their face uncovered.

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Amazon launches online pharmacy in India

The internet retail giant's move comes as US tech firms are investing billions of dollars in India.

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Taliban prisoner release: Afghan government begins setting free last 400

The prisoners include some 44 insurgents who are of particular concern to the United States and other countries.

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Amazon launches online pharmacy in India

The internet retail giant's move comes as US tech firms are investing billions of dollars in India.

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China 'may question' trade talks with US amid tension

The two economic superpowers have seen tensions rise considerably since their last negotiations.

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'Firenado' rages through Angeles National Forest

The brush fire north of Los Angeles is not contained. At least 100 structures were evacuated.

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US 'foils' militant cryptocurrency fundraising

The US government seizes millions from the Islamic State group, al-Qaeda and the armed wing of Hamas.

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Rise in far-right threats against Justin Trudeau, police warn

The threats follow a number of security incidents targeting Canadian federal officials.

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Department of Justice says Yale discriminates against whites and Asians

The Ivy League university denied that its admissions process breached Supreme Court rulings.

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The girl who picked up an AK47 to defend her family

An Afghan girl was hailed as a hero, but her story was more complicated than it first looked.

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Beirut blast: Picking up the pieces of a shattered city

The destruction goes for miles, but Beirutis are slowly picking up the pieces in a broken city.

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Mauritius oil spill: Are major incidents less frequent?

Oil slicks can lead to major environmental disasters but industry experts say regulations are now much tighter.

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Robots go their own way deep in the ocean

Firms are building robots that can survey the seabed and underwater structures without human help.

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FOX NEWS: One lie security experts use all the time and you should, too

One lie security experts use all the time and you should, too



Our online identities are always under attack. If you think that sounds dramatic, consider this: Cybercrime makes about $1.5 trillion in profits a year, and that's a conservative estimate.

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Spanish region bans smoking over coronavirus risk

Experts say the risk of transmission is higher because droplets are projected when exhaling smoke.

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National Express to use jobs bonus to cut bus fares

The government's job retention bonus scheme will be used to cut fares in the West Midlands and Dundee.

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Coronavirus: Price cap plan for funerals shelved by CMA

A long-running investigation finds the sector is not working well for grieving families.

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FC Dallas' Reggie Cannon condemns booing as players took a knee

FC Dallas' Reggie Cannon condemns the "disgusting" booing of players kneeling during the national anthem by some home fans before an MLS game.

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Tui: Holiday bookings for next summer jump 145%

The travel giant makes a £1bn loss in three months - but says summer bookings for 2021 are up 145%.

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US Says Iran briefly Seizes Oil Tanker Near Strait of Hormuz

The Iranian navy boarded and briefly seized a Liberian-flagged oil tanker near the strategic Strait of Hormuz amid heightened tensions between Tehran and the U.S., a U.S. military official said Thursday.

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US calls for shower rules to be eased after Trump hair complaints

The US calls for rules to be eased after Donald Trump complained of issues washing his hair.

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China launches 'Clean Plate' campaign against food waste

Some local restaurants have been urged to limit the number of dishes diners can order.

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Dolphin stampede wows whale watchers

A safari group sailing near Dana Point in southern California came across a travelling pod of dolphins.

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China's Tencent downplays Trump's WeChat app ban

The ban on Tencent's messaging app could end up being be more damaging to iPhone maker Apple.

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Trump's WeChat ban could take bite out of Apple

The ban on Tencent's messaging app could end up being be more damaging to the US iPhone maker.

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New Zealand coronavirus: 14 new Covid-19 cases reported

The country's biggest city, Auckland, is back in lockdown after a family cluster emerged.

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Coronavirus: Netflix to stream Diana musical before Broadway debut

The life story of the princess will become the first Broadway show to premiere on the small screen.

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Coronavirus: Netflix to stream Diana musical before Broadway debut

The life story of the princess will become the first Broadway show to premiere on the small screen.

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US holds off on threatened tariff hike in EU Airbus fight

The US will maintain import duties on $7.5bn worth of items including French cheese and whiskies.

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Belarus election: Second Belarus protester dies as UN sounds alarm

Protesters accuse police of brutality in the wake of Sunday's disputed presidential election.

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Americans, go home: Tension at Canada-US border

Fears about spikes in US Covid-19 cases have led to some hostility between Canadians and Americans.

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What Europe's cities are doing to handle heatwaves

As London swelters, we look at how urban areas can adapt to deal with higher temperatures.

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Why the Mauritius oil spill is so serious

The location of the Mauritian oil spill means the environmental consequences of the incident could be wide-ranging

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Coronavirus in India: Did men do more housework during lockdown?

Some hope the pandemic will prove a lasting leveller for gender relations in the domestic setting.

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The millions being made from cardboard theft

With the global market for recycled cardboard worth billions of dollars, it is attracting criminals.

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Rapper who refused Bollywood to become voice of poor

Dule, a former migrant worker, has turned to rap music to make a difference – and a living.

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Asos: Sports gear and face cream sales boom as lockdown eases

The fashion retailer says "stronger than anticipated" demand has continued even as lockdown has eased.

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FOX NEWS: First B-21 test aircraft starting to 'look like a plane'

First B-21 test aircraft starting to 'look like a plane'



The first B-21 stealth bomber test aircraft is “starting to look like an airplane” as parts arrive, suppliers integrate technologies and production surges forward.

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FOX NEWS: Tech smarts: How to tell if someone blocked your calls

Tech smarts: How to tell if someone blocked your calls



In the time of quarantine and social distancing, our phones keep us connected to the people we care about.

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FOX NEWS: Belarus experienced 'nation-scale' internet disruption during election, says web monitoring group

Belarus experienced 'nation-scale' internet disruption during election, says web monitoring group



Belarus was hit with widespread disruption in internet connectivity during the country’s closely-watched election Sunday, according to web monitoring organization NetBlocks.

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FOX NEWS: One lie security experts use all the time and you should, too

One lie security experts use all the time and you should, too



Our online identities are always under attack. If you think that sounds dramatic, consider this: Cybercrime makes about $1.5 trillion in profits a year, and that's a conservative estimate.

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FOX NEWS: God mode, remote help, and video streaming: Windows 10 tricks the pros use

God mode, remote help, and video streaming: Windows 10 tricks the pros use



Windows 10 turned five this past July. Over time, the operating system can start to take its toll on older computers. Tap or click here for proven ways to make your Windows PC run faster.

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FOX NEWS: Dystopian Deeds: How China's top-notch mass surveillance system threatens global freedoms

Dystopian Deeds: How China's top-notch mass surveillance system threatens global freedoms



Every millimeter of Beijing is monitored by state-of-the-art surveillance cameras, according to the Beijing Public Safety Bureau.

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FOX NEWS: Hogan Gidley: Facebook can’t be ‘wishy-washy’ to suit own political agenda

Hogan Gidley: Facebook can’t be ‘wishy-washy’ to suit own political agenda



Facebook bans advertising from pro-Trump super PAC over the sharing of ‘false’ information; reaction and analysis from Trump 2020 national press secretary Hogan Gidley on ‘America’s Newsroom.’

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FOX NEWS: Gadgets to get your home and kids ready for online learning

Gadgets to get your home and kids ready for online learning



Kurt 'CyberGuy' Knutsson reveals his tech lessons for a successful school semester at home.

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FOX NEWS: Facebook and Twitter suspend accounts over misinformation

Facebook and Twitter suspend accounts over misinformation



FCC commissioner Brendan Carr and Turning Point USA president Charlie Kirk react.

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FOX NEWS: Air Force and Navy air-launch ICBM

Air Force and Navy air-launch ICBM



U.S. nuclear triad exist to ensure a decisive retaliatory strike.

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Agnes Chow: Hong Kong activist hailed as the 'real Mulan'

The 23-year-old democracy activist arrested under a new security law is a folk hero to her supporters.

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UK officially in recession for first time in 11 years

The UK has officially fallen into recession after suffering its biggest slump on record between April and June.

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Three killed in Bangalore clashes over Prophet Muhammad post

Police in the southern city of Bangalore opened fire on protesters angered by the Facebook post.

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Disney ends the historic 20th Century Fox brand

The move comes after the firm paid more than $71bn for most of Rupert Murdoch's film and TV business.

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Coronavirus: World's biggest gambling hub reopens for business

The "Las Vegas of Asia" is hoping to bring back the high-rollers after its virus-driven visitor slump.

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Why Kamala Harris is a historic VP pick for Joe Biden

Biden's choice breaks barriers as she's the first black and Asian-American woman on a presidential ticket.

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Mexico: Ex-President Enrique Peña Nieto accused of corruption and bribery

Prosecutors open an investigation after allegations made by the ex-head of the state oil company.

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Coronavirus: World's biggest gambling hub reopens for business

The "Las Vegas of Asia" is hoping to bring back the high-rollers after its virus-driven visitor slump.

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Indigenous Australians 'farmed bananas 2,000 years ago'

It further dispels a myth that Indigenous Australians were solely hunter-gatherers, scientists say.

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Coronavirus: France's champagne industry goes flat amid pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has led to plummeting demand - leaving growers and producers at loggerheads.

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Enoch Adeboye sexism row: Why the Nigerian pastor is popular

Enoch Adeboye riles social media critics with his views on women, but this has not dented his standing.

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Coronavirus: Can California's economy survive the latest surge?

The US state has had to reverse its reopening plans amid a surge in cases.

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Apple Daily: The Hong Kong newspaper that pushed the boundary

China has arrested the founder of the Apple Daily, a rare paper unafraid to openly criticise Beijing.

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Heathrow: Coronavirus quarantine 'strangling UK economy'

Britain is being cut off from critical markets, says the airport, which saw traffic plunge in July.

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Beirut explosion: 'Who could replace her?'

Sahar Fares, a firefighter medic, was called to the scene of a fire. She died in blast that followed.

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Stunning 'reverse waterfall' filmed near Sydney

Wild weather on the New South Wales coast in Australia has blown waterfalls upstream.

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Belarus election: Opposition leader Tikhanovskaya 'safe' in Lithuania

Svetlana Tikhanovskaya leaves Belarus as protests continue over Sunday's disputed elections.

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UK employment falls by biggest amount in over a decade

Employment decreased by 220,000 between April and June, said the Office for National Statistics.

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Coronavirus: Australia's Northern Territory extends border restrictions for virus hotspots

The virus-free Northern Territory will continue to ban visitors from Victoria and New South Wales.

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Trump: Tech giants challenge US foreign worker crackdown

Amazon, Apple and Facebook are among the firms backing the legal case against the temporary visa ban.

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Trump: Tech giants challenge US foreign worker crackdown

Amazon, Apple and Facebook are among the firms backing the legal case against the temporary visa ban.

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Apple Daily: Hong Kong newspaper defiant after crackdown

The pro-democracy paper vows to fight on after the arrest of owner Jimmy Lai under a new security law.

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Apple boss Tim Cook joins the billionaires club

The company's share price has soared, helping to boost the personal wealth of its chief executive.

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Apple boss Tim Cook joins the billionaires club

The company's share price has soared, helping to boost the personal wealth of its chief executive.

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Coronavirus and South Africa's toxic relationship with alcohol

A ban on drinking highlights a legacy of the country's racist past but threatens it economic future.

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Berlin murder: Slovakia to expel three Russian diplomats

The expulsions are reportedly related to the murder of a Georgian man in Berlin last year.

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Beirut explosion: Where else is ammonium nitrate being stored?

After the Beirut disaster, concerns are being raised about stockpiles of ammonium nitrate in other countries.

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Belarus: Five things you may not know about the country

The country's election has put Belarus back into the headlines but what do you know about the country?

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'Bacha bazi' outrage after pandemic takes play to the small screen

The Boy Who Danced on Air is cancelled after its TV debut provokes a backlash among Afghans.

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India Air crash survivor recounts final minutes in plane

Yuojin Yusuf was one of 190 passengers aboard an Air India Express plane that skidded and crashed.

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Downfall: BP worker sacked after Hitler meme wins payout

Scott Tracey used the scene from Downfall to portray scenes from company wage negotiations.

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Fixing the scars of Beirut's explosion

A plastic surgeon is offering free surgery to people like Romy, who was driving near the port when the blast hit.

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Coronavirus: Keeping the virus at bay on S Korea's beaches

Authorities have implemented a number of safety measures to keep visitors safe this summer.

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Trump rushed out of news conference amid 'shooting'

In the opening minutes of his press conference, the US president was asked to step outside by a Secret Service agent.

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Coronavirus: Does your mask need an upgrade?

Designer Anne Sophie Cochevelou decorates her face coverings with anything from Barbies to Pokemon toys.

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Greece on alert as Turkey sends survey ship to disputed waters

A Turkish research ship sails to an area of the Mediterranean where energy resources are contested.

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Lockdown home worker: 'Artificial office noise helps me concentrate'

People are turning to artificial office noise to help them while working from home during lockdown.

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In pictures: Deadly floods hit Yemen's historic capital

Some 130 people have died in heavy rains since mid-July, authorities in rebel-held Sanaa say.

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Belarus election: Opposition disputes Lukashenko landslide win

President Lukashenko's main challenger refuses to accept defeat amid fears of vote-rigging.

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Kenyan military deployed to fight fire in Tsavo park

The Kenya Wildlife Service blames the huge fire in the country's biggest park on arsonists.

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Mexico bear that sniffed woman's hair castrated

The black bear was captured after he was filmed approaching a visitor at an ecological park.

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China imposes sanctions on US senators over Hong Kong

High-profile US officials are sanctioned but China avoids targeting anyone in the Trump administration.

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Beirut explosion: DJ finds 'sense of relief' in music

28-year old DJ and music producer 'june as' is one of the thousands of people trying to piece back his life after the blast.

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Simon Cowell thanks medics after breaking back in electric bike fall

The music mogul says he should have "read the manual" before riding his new electric bicycle.

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Beirut explosion: Death toll rises to 200 as protests continue

The governor of Lebanon's capital says dozens remain missing, as anti-government protests continue.

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US angers China with high-profile Taiwan visit

Health Secretary Alex Azar is the highest-ranking US politician to visit the island for decades.

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US PGA Championship: Collin Morikawa wins to deny Paul Casey first major

American Collin Morikawa emerges from a stacked leaderboard to win the 2020 US PGA Championship after a flawless final round in San Francisco.

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Whale migration: ‘Super rare’ whale encounter on the Great Barrier Reef

A dive instructor has recorded his ‘special moment’ with a humpback whale.

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Jimmy Lai: Hong Kong media tycoon arrested under security law

The prominent pro-democracy supporter is accused of foreign collusion under controversial new laws.

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Jimmy Lai: Hong Kong's rebel mogul and pro-democracy voice

The rags-to-riches rise of a fiercely anti-Communist Hong Kong tycoon.

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Twitter 'looking' at a possible TikTok tie-up

The messaging platform has approached under-fire TikTok about a possible deal, according to sources.

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Coronavirus: Australia records deadliest day but fewer new infections

An outbreak in Victoria has seen over 100 deaths in the past week, but new infections may be slowing.

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Twitter 'looking' at a possible TikTok tie-up

The messaging platform has approached under-fire TikTok about a possible deal, according to sources.

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Hong Kong pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai arrested

Jimmy Lai is accused of colluding with foreign forces under a new security law, his aide says.

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