Sunday, January 31, 2021

Accountants warned over fraud expectations

Should auditors be expected to spot companies, such as BHS and Wirecard - at risk of collapse through fraud?

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Covid: Thousands attend Israel funeral for orthodox rabbi

Deputy Prime Minister Benny Gantz has criticised "unequal enforcement" of rules over the gathering.

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Covid: Israel to transfer 5,000 vaccine doses to Palestinians

It is the first such transfer, amid disagreement over who is responsible for inoculations.

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Tigray crisis: 'Genocidal war' waged in Ethiopia region, says ex-leader

Tigray's ousted leader accuses Ethiopian and Eritrean forces of committing atrocities.

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Lionel Messi: Barcelona deny leaking forward's contract

Barcelona say they will take "appropriate legal action" after Spanish newspaper El Mundo published details of Lionel Messi's contract.

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Covid: 'Lessons to be learnt' from NI vaccine row - Irish PM

We need to "calm down" after the EU reverses a plan to put checks on the Irish border, Micheál Martin says.

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Covid vaccination: Los Angeles' Dodger Stadium 'closed by protests'

Protests by anti-vaccine and far-right groups forced the closure of Dodger Stadium, local media report.

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UK applying to join Asia-Pacific free trade pact CPTPP

If successful, Britain will join a club including Japan and Australia and covering 500m people.

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Hilton Valentine, guitarist with the Animals, dies aged 77

The British musician's riff on The House of The Rising Sun is one of the most famous in pop history.

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Covid: Australian city of Perth goes into snap lockdown after guard tests positive

Schools, bars and gyms close in the Australian city after a guard at a quarantine hotel tests positive.

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Donald Trump 'parts with lawyers' before impeachment trial

Donald Trump has reportedly parted ways with lawyers representing him in his impeachment trial.

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Hong Kong residents now eligible for special UK visa

From Sunday, those eligible can apply for a special UK visa using a smartphone app.

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Russia braces for latest Navalny protests

Metro stations are closed and movement is restricted ahead of rallies in support of Alexei Navalny.

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Coronavirus in Algeria: 'No-one could travel to say goodbye to grandpa'

Algeria's coronavirus restrictions mean that people in the diaspora are unable to properly mourn.

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Covid: The pandemic's young widows and widowers

"The grief creeps up on you," says Pamela who is raising two children alone after losing her husband.

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Japan whale hunting: 'By-catch' rule highlighted after minke death

The death of a whale which got trapped in a net off Japan has once again exposed the hunting divide.

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'I was scammed out of £17,000 on Instagram'

Since the pandemic hit the UK, reports of investment scams targeting Instagram users have risen 50%.

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Budget 2021: What is it and when will it happen?

The Budget - when is it, what does it do and what should we expect to hear from the chancellor?

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Lebanon ambulance driver: 'Hospitals can't take our Covid patients'

Lebanon's hospitals are turning away patients as the country buckles under Covid and economic collapse.

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Could a vaccine get rid of malaria for good?

Seventeen-year-old Victoline explores progress to tackle the disease in her home country, Kenya.

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Marseille v Rennes match called off after 300 fans attack training centre

Marseille's match at home to Rennes in France's Ligue 1 is postponed after violent scenes at their training ground on Saturday.

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India protests: Internet cut to hunger-striking farmers in Delhi

Tensions are rising in Delhi where thousands of farmers are demanding agriculture reforms be repealed.

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Saturday, January 30, 2021

UAE to offer citizenship to 'talented' foreigners

The Gulf state relies on its immigrant population but does not usually grant citizenship rights.

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In Case 'Ewe' Missed It: The sheep, the steep and the ski city

Why did 3,000 sheep cross the road? That and more in our weekly video round-up: In Case "Ewe" Missed It.

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GameStop and AMC: UK trading platform IG stops new trades

The move by one of the UK's biggest trading companies comes amid a price war between amateurs and pros.

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Turkey LGBT: Four students arrested over artwork

Officials say the artwork depicted rainbow symbols alongside the most sacred site in Islam.

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Russian billionaire Arkady Rotenberg says 'Putin Palace' is his

Businessman Arkady Rotenberg says he owns the vast property at the centre of a Russian controversy.

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Poland abortion ban: Protesters take to Warsaw streets

Protests have been taking place in Polish cities for the third night in a row following the introduction of a near-total ban on abortion.

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'Visionary' music producer Sophie dies aged 34

The Grammy-nominated artist died following "a sudden accident" in Athens, her manager said.

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Covid vaccines: Those that work - and the others to come

As two new jabs prove effective, where do we stand with vaccines and the fight back against Covid?

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Japanese woman 'kept mother's body in freezer for 10 years'

The Japanese woman reportedly hid the body a decade ago because she "didn't want to move out".

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Cuba helicopter crash: Five dead after aircraft left Holguín

The aircraft crashed after leaving eastern Holguín for a short trip to Guantánamo province.

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Marjorie Taylor Greene: Democrat to move to get away from controversial Republican

Cori Bush said Marjorie Taylor Greene targeted her "unmasked" in the House of Representatives.

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Brian Sicknick: Officer killed in Capitol riot to lie in honour

Brian Sicknick died after sustaining injuries during the pro-Trump violence at the US Capitol.

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Australian Open to allow up to 30,000 fans to attend per day

Up to 30,000 fans a day will be allowed to attend the Australian Open, Victoria's minister for sport has announced.

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Russian anti-Putin anger spreads: 'We have to protest'

Russia is seeing some of the biggest demonstrations for a decade over the imprisonment of Alexei Navalny.

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Amsterdam drugs: Tourists face ban from cannabis cafes

The mayor of Amsterdam has angered coffee shop owners, who fear that drug gangsters could step in.

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Jonas Gwangwa The South African jazz icon who stood up to apartheid

Remembering iconic trombonist and exiled anti-apartheid activist Jonas Gwangwa who has died aged 83.

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Coronavirus: What's behind Latin America's oxygen shortages?

Some Latin American countries struggle with insufficient oxygen as Covid-19 continues to spread.

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Black Lives Matter foundation wins Swedish human rights prize

Organisers of the Olof Palme prize praise the group for promoting "peaceful civil disobedience".

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Covid: Argentina imposes new tax on wealthiest

A one-off tax on Argentina's richest people will pay for medical supplies and help for businesses.

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The exiles: Hong Kong at a crossroads

Pro-democracy protesters face a tough decision over continuing to fight or fleeing to the UK.

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Surfing duck: Pet becomes local celebrity at Australian beach

The duck - called Duck - has become renowned locally for his daily forays into the sea.

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Friday, January 29, 2021

Asian investors inspired by GameStop surge

Malaysia's Top Glove shares are among those to have seen a big spike in activity from private investors.

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Coronavirus: Crowds torch government building as lockdown unrest continues

More than 100 people are reportedly injured in the city of Tripoli in a fourth night of protests.

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Pioneering US actress Cicely Tyson dies aged 96

She was known for playing strong African-American characters during a career spanning seven decades.

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Indomie: Creator of cult favourite 'mi goreng' instant noodle dies

Nunuk Nuraini invented Indomie's "mi goreng" noodle, which has fans across the globe.

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Australian Open tennis players begin to exit hotel quarantine

They have spent 14 days in isolation under anti-Covid measures that have drawn criticism and praise.

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Can striking oil turn Cambodia's economy around?

The country's first oil project has finally started pumping the black gold after 15 years of false starts.

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China warns Taiwan independence 'means war' as US dismisses comments

The warning comes days after China stepped up military activities near the self-governed island.

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Can striking oil turn Cambodia's economy around?

The country's first oil project has finally started pumping the black gold after 15 years of false starts.

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Ford to start building electric Mustangs in China

The US carmaker wants to compete with the likes of Tesla and other Chinese electric carmakers.

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Ford to start building electric Mustangs in China

The US carmaker wants to compete with the likes of Tesla and other Chinese electric carmakers.

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NY undercounted nursing home coronavirus deaths by thousands

The report directly undercuts Governor Andrew Cuomo, who has boasted about his pandemic response.

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US-Mexico border: The gruesome attack that shocked a village

Families look for answers after 19 people were killed then set alight on the US-Mexico border.

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Africa's week in pictures: 21-28 January 2021

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

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UK BNO visa: Can Hong Kong residents now live in the UK?

The government has granted millions of people in Hong Kong new opportunities to live and work in the UK.

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Why roller skating is making a comeback

It's become so popular in the past year that there's now a worldwide shortage of skates.

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Navalny defiant as judge dismisses appeal

The prominent anti-Putin campaigner decried his detention as "illegal" in a video link hearing.

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GameStop: Meet the amateur traders fighting Wall Street

They're young, they're financially savvy and they're angry at being shut out of GameStop share trading.

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Klarna: 'I got a £30 bill - but I've never used it'

There are concerns that fraudsters are signing up for buy now, pay later services in others' names.

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The pilots forced to change career completely

With airlines grounded due to Covid, we speak to three former pilots who have left the industry.

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Daniel Pearl: US 'outraged' after Pakistan's court acquits men accused of murder

The American journalist was abducted and beheaded while working on a story in Pakistan in 2002.

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Climate activists on Biden plans: 'We're celebrating key victories today'

Two young US campaigners react to the Biden administration's proposals on fighting climate change.

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The story behind the inauguration's sign language Pledge of Allegiance

Fire Captain Andrea Hall stole the show - and there is a personal story behind her unique pledge.

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Congresswoman confronts Parkland survivor

Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene confronts David Hogg over his gun control stance.

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Thursday, January 28, 2021

Singapore's ‘Lion King' cub Simba born from dead dad Mufasa’s semen

Baby lion Simba was born through artificial insemination - after his frail dad had to be put down.

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Like a good deal? Maybe a hagglebot can help

Artificial intelligence is getting better at negotiating and research promises systems that could help you.

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Bridgerton: Netflix says drama is its biggest series ever

The streaming giant says 82 million households watched the show in its first 28 days online.

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Poland enforces controversial near-total abortion ban

Protests are under way and more are planned after the ban came into effect at midnight on Wednesday

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Covid: WHO probe team in China to come out of quarantine

A team of experts will begin interviewing people in the city where Covid-19 was first detected.

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'Bad words' lead to GameStop shares plunging

Private investors using online chatrooms have led to a trading frenzy in some unexpected shares.

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Coronavirus: EU and AstraZeneca seek to resolve vaccine supply crisis

Both sides pledge to work together after a reported 50 million-dose shortfall for the 27-member EU.

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'Bad words' lead to GameStop shares plunging

Private investors using online chatrooms have led to a trading frenzy in some unexpected shares.

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Coronavirus: EU and AstraZeneca seek to resolve vaccine supply crisis

Both sides pledge to work together after a reported 50 million-dose shortfall for the 27-member EU.

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British energy firm threatens to seize India government assets

Cairn Energy could take planes and ships from the Indian government after winning a $1.2bn legal dispute.

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John Kerry: UK climate summit is world's 'last best chance'

The new US climate envoy says time is running out for the world to address the climate crisis.

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Teen held for Christchurch-inspired mosque plot

The 16-year-old boy in Singapore planned to knife Muslims at mosques and livestream the attack.

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Covid Australia: Queensland to reopen to Sydney after outbreak contained

Travel bans ease across Australia after a Covid outbreak in its biggest city is brought under control.

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Chinese New Year: Clamping down on going home for the holidays

China is striving to curtail the world's biggest mass migration event when people go home to see family.

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Antony Blinken: Who is America's new top diplomat?

The 58-year-old is on home turf in the state department, vowing to restore trust after the Trump era.

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Sani Abacha - the hunt for the billions stolen by Nigeria's ex-leader

A phone call in the middle of the night led one Swiss lawyer to pursue Nigeria's stolen money.

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What tech can the US president use?

From the ObamaPad to Joe Biden's Apple Watch and Peloton, being president can be a tech challenge.

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UK car production tumbles to 'worst in a generation'

Output tumbled almost 30% last year as Covid forced factory closures and a fall in consumer demand.

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Staycations: Bookings 'coming in thick and fast'

With new hotel quarantine rules for arrivals from abroad, many people are seeking UK holidays instead.

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Covid-19: US regulators issue warning over 'toxic' Mexico hand sanitisers

Dangerous levels of toxic ingredients are found in many alcohol-based sanitisers imported to the US.

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German Lübcke trial: Far-right defendant faces killing verdict

Stephan Ernst admits firing the shot that killed prominent pro-migrant politician Walter Lübcke.

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Biden: 'Time to act' on climate crisis

President Joe Biden signs executive orders on climate change, saying the US has waited too long.

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Kristal and her students are fighting to eradicate ocean plastic

Kristal Ambrose set up the Bahamas Plastic Movement in 2013 in a bid to reduce pollution.

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021

Covid map: Coronavirus cases, deaths, vaccinations by country

Key maps and charts explaining how the virus has spread around the world.

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Covid: Who are the workers 'excluded' from support?

Why have some taxpayers who have lost their income because of the pandemic been left without funding?

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Holocaust Memorial Day: 'British citizenship saved my mother'

On Holocaust Memorial Day, Lill Saether reflects on how being born in Newry saved her mother's life.

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Climate change: Biggest global poll supports 'global emergency'

More than a million people in 50 countries take part in the biggest poll to date on climate change.

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Covid: US pharmacist in vaccine tampering guilty plea

Steven Brandenburg admits he believed inoculation could harm people, prosecutors in Wisconsin say.

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Joe Biden: The team he hopes can fix the US economy

The new US president has called on a team of Ivy League-trained economists and lawyers to "heal" the economy.

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Rescued Chinese miners 'feel reborn' after harrowing ordeal

Two Chinese miners have described how they survived while trapped underground for two weeks.

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US actress Jane Fonda to get Golden Globes' lifetime achievement award

The 83-year-old Hollywood royalty is also known as an active climate change campaigner.

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China opens door to Ant Group's stock market debut

Regulators suspended the tech giant's planned listing before ordering a shake-up at the company.

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Goldman Sachs boss takes $10m pay cut for 1MDB

David Solomon is being punished for the bank's involvement in the fraudulent Malaysian investment fund.

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Goldman Sachs boss gets $10m pay cut for 1MDB scandal

David Solomon is being punished for the bank's involvement in the fraudulent Malaysian investment fund.

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Elliot Page: Canada's Juno star to divorce Emma Portner

The Oscar-nominated actor and his choreographer wife describe as "difficult" their decision to split.

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Covid crisis: 'I've been excluded from any help'

Millions of people have been shut out of government schemes designed to help, a new study suggests.

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When your 'pandemic puppy' doesn't work out

Lockdown seemed like the perfect time to get a dog, but for some, the excitement turned into regret.

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Victims lose average of £45,000 in investment scams

Lockdown led to a surge in reports of fraudsters imitating genuine investment firms, regulator says.

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Joe Biden: The team he hopes can fix the US economy

The new US president has called on a team of Ivy League-trained economists and lawyers to "heal" the economy.

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CEO Secrets: 'We tried paying everyone the same salary. It failed'

As part of the CEO Secrets series, Calvin Benton discusses his firm Spill's "open" salary policy.

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California’s Governor Newsom eases Covid restrictions - why now?

The governor has lifted the state’s stay-at-home order as test positivity rates have steadily fallen.

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Keystone XL: Why I fought for - or against - the pipeline

President Biden has cancelled the permit for the controversial US-Canada project.

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How women played a major role in Yemen's Arab Spring

Yemeni lawyer Ishraq al-Maqtari shares her memories of being one of the first women to take to the streets in Taiz city, which later became known as the 'cradle of the revolution'.

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The child environmentalist receiving death threats in Colombia

Francisco Vera, 11, was threatened after calling for better access to education during the pandemic.

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Iraq killings: Who's behind a series of murders?

BBC News Arabic investigates a series of killings and the power of Shia militia groups in Iraq.

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Holocaust Memorial Day 2021: 'It's sad when I sit there alone'

Already a difficult day, honouring those killed by the Nazis will be different this year, as the pandemic prevents survivors and their families being together.

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021

Coronavirus: Seafarers stuck at sea ‘a humanitarian crisis’

Crew are asking to be designated 'key workers' so they can go home without risking public health.

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Coronavirus: Seafarers stuck at sea ‘a humanitarian crisis’

Crew are asking to be designated 'key workers' so they can go home without risking public health.

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Covid vaccines: Casino boss resigns after jumping queue

Rod Baker and his wife travelled to the Canadian Arctic and posed as local workers to get the jab.

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'A spike in pandemic-related investments'

EY Africa's Sandile Hlophe tells the BBC how foreign direct investment in Africa is faring.

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Covid vaccines: Casino boss resigns after jumping queue

Rod Baker and his wife travelled to the Canadian Arctic and posed as local workers to get the jab.

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Harvey Weinstein: Court agrees $17m payout for accusers

The money comes from the liquidation of a firm co-founded by the disgraced film director.

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Harvey Weinstein case: Court okays $17m payout for accusers

The money comes from the liquidation of a firm co-founded by the disgraced film director.

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Coronavirus: EU to tighten vaccine exports amid row with AstraZeneca

The EU says it is unacceptable that AstraZeneca is cutting the number of pledged vaccine doses.

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Covid-19: Five days that shaped the outbreak

Before Wuhan was locked down in January 2020 officials said the outbreak was under control - but the virus had spread inside and outside the city.

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Biden adds South Africa to Covid travel bans

The restrictions come as Minnesota records the first US case of the Brazil Covid variant.

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Coronavirus in Zimbabwe: 'We need vaccines now'

Zimbabwean doctor Dixon Chibanda explains why it's so vital that Zimbabwe gets vaccines urgently.

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Randy Rainbow made his name satirising Trump - now what?

Why the show's not over for Randy Rainbow who used Broadway tunes to make fun of Donald Trump.

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Co-op and Morrisons see queues over payments issue

The supermarket chains confirmed that an ongoing issue is affecting payments processing in some stores.

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Shyamala Gopalan: The woman who inspired Kamala Harris

The tale of her rise is rooted in an audacious journey Shyamala Gopalan made more than 60 years ago.

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Covid vaccines: Why some countries will have to wait until 2022

How are Covid-19 vaccines being distributed across the world? As some countries start vaccinating their populations, others are being left behind.

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Covid: The migrant helping Australia with modified masks

When Manmeet Kaur began giving away masks, she realised many people would relish a different design.

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Hope and fear as Somalia’s civil war turns 30

Thirty years since Somalia plunged into civil war, BBC Africa correspondent Andrew Harding has returned to Mogadishu to see what hopes people have for peace.

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Janet Yellen to be first female US treasury secretary

The Senate has confirmed Janet Yellen as first female treasury secretary in US history.

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Brexit parcel price shock: 'I had to pay £30 for a gift'

It's not just shoppers facing surprise costs when EU parcels arrive, but what is behind the charges?

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Deloitte Football Money League: Pandemic set to cost top clubs over £1.7bn

The coronavirus pandemic will cost Europe's 20 richest football clubs over £1.7bn by the end of this season.

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Why your face could be set to replace your bank card

Already widely used in China, facial recognition payment is now expanding in other countries.

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Yellen to be first female US Treasury secretary

Janet Yellen confirmed as first female US Treasury secretary in Senate vote

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Like a good deal? Maybe a hagglebot can help

Artificial intelligence is getting better at negotiating and research promises systems that could help you.

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Monday, January 25, 2021

Protecting the last wild lions in Africa

Photographer George Logan highlights the decline of wild lions using conceptual images.

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Boohoo buys Debenhams brand and website for £55m

The fast fashion retailer is not purchasing the stores or taking on its staff.

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Chinese and Indian troops 'in new border clash'

Several were hurt in the incident three days ago at the Naku La pass in Sikkim, Indian media say.

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North Korea diplomat 'defects to South Korea': Reports

South Korean reports say that Run Hyun-woo - an acting ambassador - fled to South Korea in September.

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China takes new foreign investment top spot from US

The top ranking highlights China's growing influence on the world economic stage.

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Heatwave sweeps Australian cities and raises bushfire danger

A bushfire casts smoke over Adelaide as other parts of Australia face their worst fire risk in a year.

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China takes new foreign investment top spot from US

The top ranking highlights China's growing influence on the word economic stage.

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Covid-19: Mexican President López Obrador tests positive

Andrés Manuel López Obrador, 67, announces he is receiving medical treatment for the coronavirus.

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Covid-19: Top advisor warns France at 'emergency' virus moment

The head of France's scientific council suggests a third lockdown is needed amid spread of variants.

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Boeing 737 Max cleared to fly again 'too early'

A former Boeing manager says more investigations are needed on the plane, grounded after two crashes.

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at January 25, 2021 No comments:

Covid-19: Why the US hasn't hit vaccine targets so far

Biden says the vaccine rollout has been a failure, as he pledges 100 million shots in his first 100 days.

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Lebanon's Coronavirus lockdown: 'We can't leave our homes day or night'

People in Lebanon describe the impact of being confined to their homes for 24 hours a day.

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at January 25, 2021 No comments:

Yang Li: The 'punchline queen' who offended Chinese men

A female comedian's joke on national television has sparked debate on comedy and feminism in China.

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at January 25, 2021 No comments:

Zuckerberg's Biden problem

President Biden's open dislike of Facebook could spell problems for the social network.

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at January 25, 2021 No comments:

Ethiopia's Tigray conflict: 'My wife died giving birth to twins while we hid'

A father tells the BBC his tragic story of fleeing the conflict in Ethiopia's Tigray region.

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Boohoo 'set to buy Debenhams brand and website'

The fast fashion retailer is not purchasing the stores or taking on its staff, the BBC understands.

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Kickstart: Most job roles for youths not yet filled

About 118,000 placements for young people are yet to be filled due to coronavirus lockdowns.

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Boeing 737 Max cleared to fly again 'too early'

A former Boeing manager says more investigations are needed on the plane, grounded after two crashes.

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Barclaycard customers face higher minimum payments

The changes affecting some customers take effect as finances are squeezed by Covid and Christmas.

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How Covid turbocharged the QR revolution

As a cheap and reliable way to store information, the humble QR code is finding new uses.

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Covid-19: Vaccine divides in the Middle East

Israel is vaccinating against Covid-19 faster than anywhere else, but most Palestinians are waiting.

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Detective Jane Mugo: Meet Kenya's 'spy queen'

BBC Africa Eye looks at the inside story of Detective Jane Mugo, the woman they call Kenya’s "spy queen".

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Egypt's dreams of democracy still alive?

It's been 10 years since Egyptians took to the streets to unseat their longest-serving President, Hosni Mubarak.

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Sunday, January 24, 2021

Asos joins race for Topshop, Topman and Miss Selfridge

The online retailer wants to buy the brands, not their shops, suggesting any deal would cost jobs.

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UK firms told 'set up in EU to avoid trade disruption'

Firms say they have been advised by officials to set up EU hubs, but the government says it is not policy.

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Mesut Ozil: Arsenal midfielder joins Fenerbahce on free transfer

Mesut Ozil says he will be a "Gunner for life" after completing his free transfer from Arsenal to Fenerbahce.

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Australia man missing for 18 days 'survived on mushrooms'

Search efforts had been called off for Robert Weber, but he was reportedly found by a local MP.

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Cyclone Eloise brings floods to Mozambique's second city Beira

Officials are assessing the scale of the damage and trying to restore power in parts of Beira.

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UK firms told 'set up in EU to avoid trade disruption'

Firms say they have been advised by officials to set up EU hubs, but the government says it is not policy.

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JoJo Siwa: YouTube star 'never been this happy' after coming out

The teenage YouTube star is supported by fans and celebrities as she talks about her sexuality.

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Covid: New Zealand reports first case in the community in months

The woman, who recently returned from Europe, had completed two weeks in isolation.

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McGregor v Poirier 2: Irishman shocked in UFC rematch at Fight Island

Conor McGregor is left stunned on his return to the UFC as Dustin Poirier wins their rematch at UFC 257 by technical knockout.

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China mine rescue: First survivor brought to surface, say state media

A miner trapped in the collapsed Hushan mine was brought to the surface on Sunday, state media say.

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In pictures: Tens of thousands gather for pro-Navalny protests

Tens of thousands brave a police crackdown to show support for jailed opposition leader Alexei Navalny.

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Tse Chi Lop: Alleged Asian drug lord arrested in Amsterdam

Australia believes Tse Chi Lop's syndicate controls up to 70% of narcotics entering the country.

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The homeless drug addict who became a history professor

Jesse Thistle, a high school dropout, overcame addiction and homelessness to pursue an academic career.

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Tunisians question whether life is better after Arab Spring

Ten years after ousting their strongman leader, some say the new system isn't working.

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Letter from Africa: The continent no longer needs lectures from the US

President Joe Biden will need to renew the relationship with the continent, writes Waihiga Mwaura.

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Coronavirus: How the pandemic has changed the world economy

Key maps and charts explain how the virus has impacted markets and businesses around the world.

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Nazi Ravensbrück camp: How ordinary women became SS torturers

Female SS guards enjoyed home comforts at a camp where they tortured thousands of inmates.

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A wristband that tells your boss if you are unhappy

Technology to help our mental wellbeing has grown in popularity during the coronavirus lockdowns.

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Olivier Duhamel: French incest allegations prompt victims to speak out

A sex abuse case involving a well-known intellectual sparked a deluge of testimonies by victims of abuse.

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Why Iran’s nuclear facilities are still vulnerable to attack

Putting sites underground does not mean they're beyond the reach of those who want them scuppered.

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Firms planned record 800,000 redundancies last year

Despite the furlough scheme, employers decided to a record number of jobs during 2020.

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Coronavirus: How the pandemic has changed the world economy

Key maps and charts explain how the virus has impacted markets and businesses around the world.

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Vissarion: Is this Russian cult leader a fraud?

A mysterious Russian cult leader is accused of embezzling followers' funds and abusing them.

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Covid: Italian PM brands vaccine delay 'unacceptable'

Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte has warned he will take legal action against Pfizer and AstraZeneca.

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Krystina Arielle: Star Wars supports High Republic host after racist abuse

Krystina Arielle, the host of Star Wars: The High Republic Show, was attacked online.

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Saturday, January 23, 2021

Navalny protests: Hundreds arrested in string of protests across Russia

The arrest of the Kremlin's fiercest critic sparks a string of protests across Russia.

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Larry King: Veteran US talk show host dies aged 87

The US host conducted an estimated 50,000 interviews, including with top politicians and celebrities.

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Sri Lanka Minister who promoted 'Covid syrup' tests positive

Pavithra Wanniarachchi, Sri Lanka's health minister, tested positive for Covid on Friday.

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Larry King: US TV legend who hosted 50,000 interviews

Larry King - who has died aged 87 - was one of the giants of US broadcasting.

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Loyal dog's six-day wait for poorly owner outside Turkish hospital

Boncuk waited outside a hospital in Turkey every day while her owner was being treated.

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Climate change: Six questions about the Cumbria coal controversy

Green groups are calling on the PM to cancel the project - but how was the decision reached?

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Alexei Navalny: Dozens detained in protests in eastern Russia

Russian authorities crack down on protests in support of jailed Putin critic Alexei Navalny.

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Back inside the Wuhan market where Covid-19 was first traced

BBC China correspondent Robin Brant has visited the building housing Wuhan's famous 'wet' market.

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Trudeau conveys Keystone pipeline 'disappointment' to Biden

Despite the revoking of the Keystone XL permit, the Canadian PM hails "a new era" in bilateral ties.

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Afghan war: Biden administration to review Trump's Taliban deal

Officials say they want to check the group are "living up to its commitments" as violence continues.

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Can a Nudge or two make us better savers?

A government-backed firm is looking for new ways to get people to put money aside for a "rainy day".

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National Guard: President Biden apologises over troops sleeping in car park

Photographs of hundreds of National Guard members sheltering underground sparked anger among lawmakers.

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What next for Trump - and Trumpism?

Stripped of presidential powers and silenced online, can Trump still make a political comeback?

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Wuhan marks its anniversary with triumph and denial

In the city where the virus first emerged there is now an insistence that it came from elsewhere.

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Uganda's Yoweri Museveni overcomes Bobi Wine challenge - for now

President Yoweri Museveni sees off another challenger despite the expectation surrounding Bobi Wine.

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Rémy Julienne: Stunt king to the stars who fell to Covid

Rémy Julienne was one of the world's top stunt artists, devising crashes and collisions in 1,400 films.

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Covid hand-outs: How different countries pay if you are sick

As the UK rejects £500 Covid pay outs, how are others countries getting people to stick to the rules?

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Islamic State tries to shore up relevance with Iraq carnage

Despite their territorial defeat, the extremists are striving to prove they still matter.

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Week in pictures: 16-22 January 2021

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

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East West and Northumberland rail lines get £794m boost

The government says the funding will connect "left-behind" communities.

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How Joe Biden's ancestral Irish home is celebrating

Celebrations broke out across Ballina when Biden's presidential victory was declared - and for the young people of the town, it meant that anything was possible.

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Friday, January 22, 2021

Google says goodbye to giant internet balloons idea

Parent company Alphabet is scrapping Loon, a project set up to beam the internet to rural areas.

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China falling short of US trade deal targets

The country agreed to buy $200bn worth of US goods in a trade agreement signed one year ago.

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Trump impeachment: Republicans seek delay until February

Members of the ex-president's party say he deserves "a full and fair process that respects his rights".

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at January 22, 2021 No comments:

Google threatens to withdraw search engine from Australia

The tech giant says it will remove its main search function from Australia if it passes a new law.

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Julie Payette: Canada governor general quits amid bullying claims

The Queen's representative says she is sorry for the lack of a healthy work environment at her office.

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Paula Badosa: Australian Open player 'sorry' after revealing she has Covid

Paula Badosa reveals she has the virus and apologises for making complaints about quarantine rules.

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Steinmetz trial: Swiss verdict for tycoon in Guinea mine corruption trial

The trial of Israeli businessman Beny Steinmetz is seen as the biggest corruption case in mining.

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Brexit: Retailers could burn goods stuck in EU

UK retailers may abandon goods EU customers want to return because it is cheaper than bringing them home.

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Google threatens to withdraw search engine from Australia

The tech giant says it will remove its main search function from Australia if it passes a new law.

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Beckhams pay themselves £21m despite business losses

The couple paid themselves the sum despite heavy losses at Mrs Beckham's fashion brand.

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Premium Bonds operator NS&I 'must work hard to win back customers'

Its boss apologises after customers were left to wait an average of 20 minutes for calls to be answered.

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'I've never met my team but have lunch with them weekly'

Some firms are encouraging staff who are working from home to take their lunch breaks together.

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Iraq bombing: IS says it was behind deadly suicide attacks in Baghdad

The jihadists said the biggest bombing in Iraq's capital for three years was aimed at Shia Muslims.

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at January 22, 2021 No comments:

Wuhan anniversary: How China tackled its Covid pandemic

The world's first coronavirus lockdown began in Wuhan a year ago - how has China changed since then?

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at January 22, 2021 No comments:

Facebook's Oversight Board to rule on Trump ban

The new board will decide whether the former president can use Facebook and Instagram again.

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at January 22, 2021 No comments:

Africa's long wait for the Covid-19 vaccine

Africa will have to wait "weeks if not months" before getting WHO-approved vaccines, officials say.

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The vehicle that got a village smiling

When her friends died in childbirth, a Nigerian woman hatched a plan to make a difference.

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Bridgerton second series 'exciting', says writer

The author behind the book speaks exclusively to the BBC about the news of a second series.

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at January 22, 2021 No comments:

Covid-19: Caring for five younger siblings at age 25

Vanessa Pérez, 25, and her siblings lost their mother to Covid. She's now the primary caregiver.

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Nissan says Brexit deal 'positive' and commits to UK

The Japanese car maker has told the BBC its Sunderland plant is secure for the long term.

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Covid: How a £20 gadget could save lives

Doctors say people should buy a pulse oximeter to monitor their oxygen levels at home.

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at January 22, 2021 No comments:

Manaus: Brazil's city on the Amazon river buckles under second Covid wave

Doctors in the Amazon's biggest city, Manaus, are struggling to control rising numbers of deaths and cases.

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at January 22, 2021 No comments:

President Biden and unity: Can the next generation unify America?

Democrat Ala'a and Republican Caleb, both 16, on whether President Biden's call for unity can be achieved.

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Thursday, January 21, 2021

Covid: Nine million people forced to borrow more to cope

There is a "widening financial gap" between households because of the pandemic, says the ONS.

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Italian coastguard recover huge whale carcass

They were led to the dead mammal by a young whale calf in distress.

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at January 21, 2021 No comments:

Lockdown entrepreneur Ben Gulliver urges others 'never give up'

Ben Gulliver saw a chance to make money, selling items people struggled to get during the pandemic.

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Iraq attack: Rare suicide bombing in central Baghdad kills six

The attacker detonated an explosive belt at a clothing market in Tayaran Square, local media say.

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Universities degree 'not the only route to success'

Ministers announce plans to reform post-16 education to give employers the skilled people they need.

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Covid: House hunters travelling 'hundreds of miles' to view homes

Estate agents call for tougher measures - as buyers race to beat the end of the stamp duty holiday.

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Australia Day row: PM Morrison criticises Cricket Australia over words' removal

Scott Morrison criticises Cricket Australia for dumping references to the controversial holiday.

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at January 21, 2021 No comments:

Star-studded concert marks Joe Biden's inauguration

Foo Fighters, John Legend, Demi Lovato and Katy Perry all play the Celebrating America concert.

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Manila police chief faces sack over rape probe

Was Christine Dacera raped and murdered? Differing accounts in the Philippines have caused outrage.

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China's telecom giants ask for Wall Street relisting

The New York Stock Exchange has already changed its mind several times about delisting the companies.

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at January 21, 2021 No comments:

The story of Trump's last day and Biden's inauguration

A look back at the moments that defined a historic day in the US capital.

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at January 21, 2021 No comments:

Kamala Harris: 'Believe in what we can do together'

The new US vice-president speaks of the values President Joe Biden wants to "summon" in America.

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at January 21, 2021 No comments:

China's telecom giants ask for Wall Street relisting

The New York Stock Exchange has already changed its mind several times about delisting the companies.

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Elephants counted from space for conservation

Satellite imagery is being used to count elephants in a breakthrough that could aid conservation.

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at January 21, 2021 No comments:

Coronavirus: How President Biden plans to tackle the pandemic

America's new president has promised to spend $1.9tn on combatting Covid-19, with a pledge to vaccinate 100 million people in his first 100 days.

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Covid: Israel vaccine fears 'out of context and inaccurate'

Israel is likely to be the first country to see an impact from vaccination - but it is still too early.

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Race in South Africa: 'We haven't learnt we are human beings first'

A teacher was charged with fraud for describing himself as "African".

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at January 21, 2021 No comments:

Do you 'Zoom lunch' with home-working colleagues?

Some firms are encouraging staff who are working from home to take their lunch breaks together.

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at January 21, 2021 No comments:

Biden inauguration: Global media consider 'colossal challenge'

The US's allies - and enemies - have been setting out their hopes for the new administration.

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Ben & Jerry's maker Unilever to insist suppliers pay 'living wage'

Unilever says that by 2030 suppliers must pay staff enough to cover a family's basic needs.

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Brexit: 'I was asked to pay an extra £82 for my £200 coat'

Shoppers buying items from Europe now have to pay customs or VAT charges on those above a certain value.

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at January 21, 2021 No comments:

How to investigate a firm with 60 million documents

Artificial intelligence helped investigators in a daunting examination of Airbus's business.

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at January 21, 2021 No comments:

Yellow: K-pop artist Lim Kim bites back against stereotypes

Lim Kim says her music challenges prejudices about Asian women and attacks Orientalism.

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at January 21, 2021 No comments:

Wednesday, January 20, 2021

South Africa 'Dr Death' row: Clinics defend Basson's right to practise

The cardiologist, who works in Cape Town, once headed the apartheid-era secret germ warfare programme.

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Trump leaves Washington, snubbing inauguration

Donald Trump and his wife Melania depart on Marine One hours ahead of his successor Joe Biden's inauguration.

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Navalny video: Putin palace claims reach millions for jailed critic

The jailed opposition figure alleges the property was paid for "with the largest bribe in history".

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Low-deposit mortgages return after Covid slump

There has been a four-fold increase in mortgage products offering a 10% deposit.

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Sibusiso Moyo: Zimbabwe foreign minister dies from Covid-19

The southern African state has recorded a surge in cases since the end of the festive season.

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Prada drops Chinese actress over alleged surrogacy row

The actress has been accused of abandoning children she had through a surrogate.

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Jack Ma makes first appearance since October

Fears had grown over the Alibaba founder's whereabouts because of pressure from Chinese authorities.

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Natural wonder: Wing 'clap' solves mystery of butterfly flight

The cupped clap of a butterfly's wings may be the key to their flying abilities and their survival.

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Inflation jumps despite Covid Christmas curbs

The UK inflation rate jumps to 0.6% in December from 0.3% in November, led by higher transport costs.

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Biden inauguration: Democrat to be sworn in as Trump leaves office

The new president will take the oath of office in a Washington DC fortified against any civil unrest.

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Jack Ma makes first appearance since October

Fears had grown over the Alibaba founder's whereabouts because of pressure from Chinese authorities.

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Trump pardons Bannon in final acts of clemency

His ex-adviser faces fraud charges over a fundraising campaign to build a wall on the Mexican border.

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Audi to make electric cars with China's oldest carmaker FAW

FAW counts Red Flag limousines, used by China's communist party leaders, among its products.

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Audi to make electric cars with China's oldest carmaker FAW

FAW counts Red Flag limousines, used by China's communist party leaders, among its products.

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SLS: Nasa finds cause of 'megarocket' test shutdown

An issue with hydraulic systems led to the early shutdown of a test for Nasa's new "megarocket".

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at January 20, 2021 No comments:

Coronavirus: Why South Africa has yet to roll out vaccines

South Africa is the worst-hit country in Africa, but has not yet started doing Covid-19 vaccinations.

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Coronavirus: French students highlight pandemic's mental health toll

Student protests around the country are set to highlight the mental health impacts of the pandemic.

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Greece #Metoo: Women ending silence of sport abuse shake Greece

The decision by ex-champion Sofia Bekatorou to describe how she was assaulted leads to a #Metoo moment.

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Government confirms £23m support scheme for fishing firms

It comes as industry workers warn their livelihoods are at risk due to Brexit border problems.

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MPs criticise HMRC over gaps in Covid support schemes

Out-of-date tax systems mean people are falling through the cracks for help, MPs say.

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'There is beauty and strength in diversity'

Elona Mortimer-Zhika, chief executive of Iris Software Group, shares her business advice.

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Iran nuclear deal: What are Biden's plans and challenges

With so much hostility - and mistrust - between Washington and Tehran, will President Biden be able to revive the nuclear deal?

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Luke Grenfell-Shaw: Cycling around the world with cancer

After discovering an "enormous" tumour under his shoulder blade, Luke Grenfell-Shaw has just completed the first part of his round-the-world challenge.

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Tuesday, January 19, 2021

ONA: Vegan restaurant becomes first in France to get Michelin star

ONA in the south-west is the first eatery serving plant-based food to win a prestigious Michelin star.

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Tandav: Amazon drama apologises for Hindu offence

The Amazon Prime drama starring Saif Ali Khan was accused of 'deliberately mocking Hindu gods'.

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Superdry losses widen amid Covid 'disruption'

The fashion chain says there may be "significant doubt" over its ability to continue as a going concern.

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Covid: Self-employed mothers 'deserve equal help'

Campaigners say 75,000 women who took maternity leave are losing out on government Covid payments.

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CBI calls for more business support before Budget

The business lobby group calls for the extension of support schemes for firms affected by Covid.

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Surat accident: Truck crushes 16 migrant workers to death in India

They were sleeping on the pavement next to a motorway when a truck ran them over in Gujarat state.

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Big firms to pay small companies within 30 days

Changes to the Prompt Payment Code mean big companies will have half as long to pay small firms.

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Migrant caravan: Mexico presses US to reform immigration policies

The Mexican president spoke out as thousands gather in Guatemala en route to Mexico and the US.

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Fang Fang: Author vilified for Wuhan Diary speaks out a year on

Wuhan writer Fang Fang talks about the price she has had to pay for her controversial lockdown diaries.

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Olivier Duhamel: French incest allegations prompt victims to speak out

A sex abuse case involving a well-known intellectual sparked a deluge of testimonies by victims of abuse.

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Why Iran’s nuclear facilities are still vulnerable to attack

Putting sites underground does not mean they're beyond the reach of those who want them scuppered.

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Italy smoking: Want to light up in Milan? Not any more, you can't

Smoking within 10m (30ft) of others is no longer allowed in parks, play areas, bus and tram stops.

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The schoolboy who witnessed a colonial massacre

The shooting dead of striking miners in 1949 continues to have resonance in Nigeria today.

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How a robot investigator searched 60 million files

Artificial intelligence helped investigators in a daunting examination of Airbus's business.

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Will the UK really refuse trade deals over human rights?

The government is being scrutinised over trade deals with countries with poor human rights records.

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Kyrgios criticises Djokovic over Australian Open quarantine row

Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios takes aim at Novak Djokovic ahead of the Australian Open.

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Tunisia protests: Hundreds arrested as clashes continue

Demonstrators angered by high unemployment and an economic crisis clash with police.

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at January 19, 2021 No comments:

Biden says travel bans will stay despite Trump order

The US president-elect dismisses a White House order lifting entry bans for much of Europe and Brazil.

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Depop: 'I felt so violated when my account was hacked'

Hackers are selling Depop app account details on the dark web for as little as 77p each online.

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'My boss made me come to work and I caught Covid'

Despite the risks, people say they are being asked to work on site when they could do it from home.

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Covid self-employment income support scheme unfair say mothers

Campaigners are bringing a judicial review for indirect sexual discrimination on Thursday.

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A wristband that tells your boss if you are unhappy

Technology to help our mental wellbeing has grown in popularity during the coronavirus lockdowns.

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at January 19, 2021 No comments:

Conquering K2 in winter 'together'

The BBC speaks to Nirmal Purja, among the first Nepalese climbers who reached the K2 summit in winter.

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Monday, January 18, 2021

Lee Jae Yong: Samsung heir gets prison term for bribery scandal

A South Korean court sentenced Lee Jae Yong to two and a half years in prison.

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Alexei Navalny: EU and US demand release of poisoned Putin critic

Alexei Navalny returned to Moscow from Germany months after a nerve agent attack nearly killed him.

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Australia unlikely to fully reopen border in 2021, says top official

The border closure is likely to remain even with widespread vaccinations, a top official says.

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Migrant caravan: Guatemala blocks thousands bound for US

Security forces block a caravan of thousands that could pose an early test for the Biden White House.

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Trapped Chinese miners' note sparks hopes for rescue

Rescuers say at least 12 workers are alive a week after an explosion blocked the mine's exit.

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at January 18, 2021 No comments:

Covid-19: China's economy grows in fourth quarter, bucking global trend

China's economy grew at 2.3% for the year, making it the only major economy to see growth last year.

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Covid-19: China's economy grows in fourth quarter, bucking global trend

China's economy grew at 2.3% for the year, making it the only major economy to see growth last year.

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The Capitol Police officer in a MAGA hat. What’s the real story?

He coordinated with Trump supporters during the Capitol riot - but new video suggests it was part of a ploy.

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Yemen: The doctor alone in a Covid-ravaged hospital

As war-torn Yemen braces itself for a second wave of Covid-19, one doctor tells her story of battling the pandemic alone after her colleagues fled.

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Nazi Ravensbrück camp: How ordinary women became SS torturers

Female SS guards enjoyed home comforts at a camp where they tortured thousands of inmates.

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Biden inauguration: How the White House gets ready for a new president

Taking down pictures and clearing out desks is part of a huge operation readying for a new president.

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at January 18, 2021 No comments:

A wristband that tells your boss if you are unhappy

Technology to help our mental wellbeing has grown in popularity during the coronavirus lockdowns.

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at January 18, 2021 No comments:

US in Somalia: 'We still need the Americans for security'

A partial withdrawal of US troops from Somalia is coming at a critical time for the country.

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at January 18, 2021 No comments:

Capitol riots: Are US militia groups becoming more active?

Following the events at the US Capitol, there are concerns about the activity of militia groups.

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at January 18, 2021 No comments:

Covid: UK travel corridors closure to come into force

Passengers, whether by boat, train or plane, will have to show proof of a negative Covid test to be allowed in.

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Brexit: 'Putting UK, not GB, delayed my fish for 24 hours'

New trading rules are causing problems for some firms, creating backlogs and uncertainty.

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Covid: Brazil approves and rolls out AstraZeneca and Sinovac vaccines

A nurse receives the first jab, after months of delay and political discord over the programme.

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Alexei Navalny: What happened when he returned to Russia?

The prominent Kremlin critic was detained moments after arriving in Moscow, and wasn't allowed to bring his lawyer with him.

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BT faces £600m lawsuit over 'historic overcharging'

A group of pensioners is accusing BT of "historic" excessive pricing of landlines.

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Protecting fragile ecosystems from lithium mining

More lithium is needed to supply the electric car market, but can it be produced in a sustainable way?

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at January 18, 2021 No comments:

Biden inauguration: Fortified US statehouses see scattered protests

Small groups - some armed - gather in US cities, amid tight security before Joe Biden's inauguration.

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Racism in education: How truth pages helped students fight back

'Truth pages', where students share their experiences of racism, have snowballed on social media since the killing of George Floyd.

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at January 18, 2021 No comments:

Covid-19: The road back to Wuhan

The BBC's Stephen McDonell visits Wuhan ahead of the anniversary of the world's first Covid-19 lockdown.

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Sunday, January 17, 2021

'Clashes kill 48 people' in Sudan's Darfur region

Fighting erupted after a man was stabbed in a row between two men from different ethnic groups.

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Obituary: Phil Spector

The troubled genius who transformed pop music and died while serving a jail sentence for murder.

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Eurostar: Government urged to 'safeguard' rail firm's future

A group of London firms has written to ministers calling for financial support for the rail firm.

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Coronavirus: Concerns over bosses breaking Covid safety rules

The Health and Safety Executive says it received 2,945 complaints about workplaces in one week.

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Russia Navalny: Poisoned opposition leader due to fly home

The opposition leader has been recovering in Germany, but expects arrest when he lands in Moscow.

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Indonesia earthquake: Heavy rain hampers search for survivors

The death toll has now risen to 73 following the powerful tremor on Sulawesi island on Friday.

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Airline industry needs up to another $80bn to survive pandemic

The world's airlines need another $70-$80bn of government aid to get through the pandemic, the industry says.

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Biden inauguration: Executive orders to reverse Trump policies

The new president will repeal Trump travel bans and re-join the Paris climate accord after being sworn in.

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Uganda election: Bobi Wine 'fearful for life' after Museveni win

The main opposition candidate rejects the result that saw President Museveni win a sixth term.

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Fighting for the Parthenon marbles

In the 1980s Greece demanded Britain return the Parthenon marbles, a sculptural frieze removed by Lord Elgin almost two hundred years earlier.

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Afghanistan conflict: Female judges shot dead in Kabul

The two women were targeted by gunmen while travelling to their office in a vehicle, officials say.

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Covid-19 cases force Australian Open players into lockdown

Dozens of top players are forced to isolate for 14 days, throwing their preparations into disarray.

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G7: UK to host Cornwall seaside summit in summer

The leaders of the US, France, Germany and other leading economies will meet in Cornwall in June.

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Dr Dre: Rap legend returns home after brain aneurysm

In a tweet, fellow rapper Ice-T said he had spoken to Dr Dre, who was "safe and looking good".

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Covid: Airport support scheme to open in England

The government is aiming to provide grants by April to mitigate the impact of Covid travel rules.

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Airline industry needs up to another $80bn to survive pandemic

The world's airlines need another $70-$80bn of government aid to get through the pandemic, the industry says.

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How Gambia is grappling with gruesome past under Yahya Jammeh

Gambia's truth commission has revealed tales of murder and torture that jar with Gambians' self image.

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Wilmington 1898: When white supremacists overthrew a US government

In 1898 a white mob stormed Wilmington, North Carolina and forced locally elected leaders to resign.

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The Instagrammers who worry Iran

From "extreme" selfies to dancing to pop - the fun posts considered a crime.

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Are women let down by period trackers?

Millions of women use apps to track their menstrual cycle, but many say they do not work well enough.

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Will the Trump corporate backlash make a difference?

After the storming of the US Capitol, Donald Trump is facing "a very different set of calculations".

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Lekki toll gate shootings: What really happened?

Mayeni Jones investigates what happened when the army opened fire on protesters in Lagos in October.

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The man startling millions of starlings with lasers

During starling season in winter, up to four million of the birds descend on Rome, covering streets and vehicles with their droppings.

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Covid-19: France begins 6pm curfew

Prime Minister Jean Castex said the measures would be in place for at least 15 days.

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SLS: Nasa's 'megarocket' set to fire up engines in crucial test

The four main engines for Nasa's new "megarocket" are to be fired in unison for the first time.

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Saturday, January 16, 2021

Mount Semeru: Erupting volcano spews ash above Indonesia's Java island

Mount Semeru has erupted, pouring volcanic matter miles into the air and placing locals on alert.

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Capitol riots: What are far-right Trump supporters saying?

Members of the extreme right are searching for new online homes, amid paranoia that they are being ‘set up’ by the authorities.

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ICYMI: Spacing out and a famous frozen waterfall

From a fitness-obsessed sausage dog to other news in our weekly video round up: In Case You Missed It.

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Nepali climbers make history with winter summit of K2 mountain

K2, almost the height of Everest, is the world's last major mountain to be topped during winter.

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Biden inauguration: All 50 US states on alert for armed protests

National Guard troops from across the country descend on Washington DC amid tightened security.

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Uganda: Veteran leader Yoweri Museveni declared election winner

But his main rival Bobi Wine claims vote-rigging and vows to produce evidence.

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Armin Laschet elected leader of Merkel's CDU party

Centrist Armin Laschet is now in a good position to succeed Angela Merkel as Germany's chancellor.

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Dustin Higgs: Final execution of Trump presidency is carried out

The execution of Dustin Higgs, 48, is the 13th federal death sentence carried out since July.

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Covid: UK variant could drive 'rapid growth' in US cases, CDC warns

Health officials warn the highly contagious UK Covid variant could become the dominant strain by March.

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Trump's Christian supporters and the march on the Capitol

Christian supporters of President Trump were among the thousands who descended on Washington.

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Ethiopia's Oromia conflict: Why a teacher was killed 'execution-style'

An increasing number of civilians are becoming victims of the conflict in Ethiopia's Oromia region.

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Brexit: End to Gibraltar land border prompts joy and trepidation

For residents on both sides of the border there are hopes of an end to queues, but not everyone is convinced.

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India to begin first round of massive Covid vaccination programme

Health and frontline workers are first in line for jabs at vaccination centres across the country.

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Covid in California: The state is struggling to contain the virus

California's poor residents are among those hardest hit by the pandemic.

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US Election 2020: What do countries around the world want from Joe Biden?

The BBC World Service speaks to reporters in six regions around the world about the hopes and expectations for Joe Biden's administration.

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Martin Luther King Jr: New documentary on FBI surveillance

New documentary highlights extent of the FBI surveillance of the US civil rights leader.

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Project 17: One girl's quest for clean water in Rwanda

Joyce, 17, explores progress towards the goal of clean water for all in her country, Rwanda.

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Friday, January 15, 2021

Several dead and hundreds injured in Indonesia

At least seven people are killed and hundreds injured in a quake on Sulawesi.

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Thailand allows visitors to play golf in quarantine

At six resorts, visitors will be able to play golf, rather than just having to isolate in their rooms.

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Thailand allows visitors to play golf in quarantine

At six resorts, visitors will be able to play golf, rather than just having to isolate in their rooms.

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Trump takes final swipe at China's biggest companies

With just days left, the US president continues crackdown on Chinese firms with more sanctions and bans.

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Trump takes final swipe at China's biggest companies

With just days left, the US president continues crackdown on Chinese firms with more sanctions and bans.

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Rules of origin: Why are Percy Pigs a headache for M&S?

Rules of origin are a key part of the UK's trade deal with the EU. What are they?

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North Korea unveils new submarine-launched missile

The show of military strength comes days before the inauguration of Joe Biden as US president.

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US has conceded too much to Taliban, says Afghan vice-president

The Afghan vice-president tells the BBC that the latest US troop withdrawal will lead to violence.

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Biden unveils $1.9tn US economic relief package

The plan would help communities the US president-elect says have been hit hardest by the pandemic.

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Fleetwood Mac's Mick Fleetwood sells his recordings to BMG

The company acquires 300 recordings, or "18 hours of drumming", from the Fleetwood Mac founder.

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Biden unveils $1.9tn US economic relief package

The plan would help communities the US president-elect says have been hit hardest by the pandemic.

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China’s pressure and propaganda - the reality of reporting Xinjiang

In addition to heavy restrictions on journalists in the Xinjiang region, China alleges “fake news”.

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Taliban cracks down on 'costly' polygamy

The group's leader in Afghanistan says the practice is "inviting criticism". It's also proving expensive.

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Rajini Chandy: The 69-year-old Indian actress trolled for ‘too sexy’ photos

Rajini Chandy, a southern Indian actress, has raised hackles in a state where women still dress modestly.

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Villarejo: The rise and fall of the Spanish state's secret fixer

An undercover policeman now facing trial amassed a hoard of Spanish state secrets.

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German chancellor race: The men vying for Merkel's job

Three candidates are challenging to lead Angela Merkel's CDU, but the race may not end there.

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Uganda social media row raises question over regulation in Africa

There will be increasing tension between the platforms and African governments, analysts say.

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Brexit: No plans to dilute workers' rights, minister says

It comes after reports that protections including the 48-hour work week could be dropped.

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Small businesses await Covid insurance case ruling

The Supreme Court ruling will define payouts for many thousands of firms affected by the first lockdown.

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Brexit: 'most difficult week I've had in this job in 20 years'

Hauliers fear their jobs will get worse before they get better

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Australia rebukes Google for blocking local content

The tech giants are fighting the Australian government over plans to make them pay for news content.

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Young, black and more likely to die in Brazil

A BBC investigation uncovers who is most at risk of lethal police violence in Brazil.

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Johan 'N0tail' Sundstein: Inside the world's richest esports player's mansion

Johan Sundstein, aka "N0tail", has earned more than $7.4m (£5.4m) in prize money to date.

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Thursday, January 14, 2021

Twitter boss: Trump ban is 'right' but 'dangerous'

Jack Dorsey acknowledges that banning the president undermines the ideals of an open internet.

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Indonesia: Archaeologists find world's oldest animal cave painting

The life-sized picture of a wild pig found in a remote cave is thought to be 45,000 years old.

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Coronavirus: Loganair plans for 'recovery' with Isle of Man routes

Loganair says it hopes to 'ramp up' flights between UK and Isle of Man despite the ongoing pandemic.

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Flint water crisis: Michigan charges ex-governor Rick Snyder

It follows a new investigation into the deadly contamination of water in the Michigan city in 2014.

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How did the pilot survive this plane crash?

Surveillance footage shows the moment a plane fell out of the sky in Oyster Bay, New York.

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New York City is latest to cut Trump business ties

The Trump Organization has contracts with the city to run skating rinks, a carousel and a golf course.

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New York City is latest to cut Trump business ties

The Trump Organization has contracts with the city to run skating rinks, a carousel and a golf course.

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Has coronavirus made us more ethical consumers?

Studies show shoppers on both sides of the Atlantic are more ethically and environmentally minded.

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How much can Joe Biden get done on the US economy?

The new US president may have more scope to make change than initially thought.

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Capitol riots: Did Trump's words at rally incite violence?

Donald Trump stands accused of inciting violence that left five people dead. So what did the president say?

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Moment Trump impeached for second time

The US House of Representatives has voted with a trial due to begin in the Senate in the coming days.

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Trump impeachment: Republicans defend - and some attack - president

Ten Republicans voted to impeach the president this time - but most in the party came to his defence.

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Trump: 'Violence and vandalism have no place in our country'

US President Donald Trump called on his supporters to make their voices heard peacefully.

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Trump impeachment: What happens to impeached presidents?

Johnson, Nixon and Clinton: Mr Trump follows three US presidents who have already faced impeachment.

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Bosses failing to support domestic abuse victims, says government

The government wants bosses to do more to help victims as reports of domestic abuse soar in lockdown.

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Covid-19: Passengers told to check train times as routes cut

Services in England are being cut from 87% of normal levels to 72%, the Rail Delivery Group says.

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'Covid means we may lose our first home'

First-time buyers are calling on the government to extend a Help to Buy deadline amid Covid-related delays.

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Vaccine confidence: holiday bookings grow among older tourists

Some companies have seen bookings more than double those of last year amongst retirees

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Covid-19: New test rule for UK arrivals pushed back to Monday

A negative test had been due to be required from Friday, but ministers said people needed time to prepare.

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How much can Joe Biden get done on the US economy?

The new US president may have more scope to make change than initially thought.

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Has coronavirus made us more ethical consumers?

Studies show shoppers on both sides of the Atlantic are more ethically and environmentally minded.

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Uganda elections 2021: Yoweri Museveni faces Bobi Wine in presidential contest

Veteran Yoweri Museveni stands against singer-turned-politician Bobi Wine in a hotly contested poll.

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Rap against Dictatorship: The rappers taking on Thailand's leaders

Thai group Rap Against Dictatorship is known for its outspoken comments against the military and monarchy,

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Wednesday, January 13, 2021

YouTube suspends Donald Trump's channel

The Google-owned service said the president had broken its rules over the incitement of violence.

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Australia: Spectacular ‘tree of life’ found in lake

An amateur photographer’s aerial photos are gaining attention for this little known "natural wonder".

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Lockdown Christmas: Pink prosecco and takeaway sales surge

Lidl, Just Eat and Asos say demand for fizz, takeaways and clothes all rose during December.

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Shincheonji: Korean sect leader found not guilty of breaking virus law

Lee Man-hee was however found guilty of embezzlement and handed a suspended jail term.

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Lisa Montgomery: US executes only woman on federal death row

Lisa Montgomery, who killed a pregnant woman and took her baby, died by lethal injection in Indiana.

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Media billionaire David Barclay dies, aged 86

Together with his twin brother, Sir David built a business empire spanning hotels, retail and newspapers.

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YFN Lucci: US rapper wanted in Atlanta for suspected murder

Police in Atlanta want to question YFN Lucci, 29, over a fatal shooting in the city last month.

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Tesla moves a step closer to launching in India

The electric car maker has registered a company in the country although its future plans remain unclear.

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Sinovac: Brazil results show Chinese vaccine 50.4% effective

Latest results show Sinovac's Covid-19 vaccine is less effective than previous data suggested.

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Impeachment: Republicans begin to turn on Trump

A top House Republican says she will vote to impeach Mr Trump over last week's US Capitol riot.

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Kelly Craft: US cancels top envoy's visit to Taiwan

The trip planned by Donald Trump's outgoing administration had infuriated China.

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Huawei patent mentions use of Uighur-spotting tech

The company denies selling technology that can identify the ethnic group and plans to reword the patent.

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Is this the world's smartest face mask?

Gaming company Razer claims to have made the world's most technologically advanced mask

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Coon Cheese rebrands in Australia after anti-racism campaign

The 86-year-old name will disappear in Australia from July, after a campaign by Aboriginal groups.

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Philippines: Anti-'drug war' priest charged with sedition

A vocal anti-"drug war" Catholic priest in the Philippines is to stand trial on charges of sedition.

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Coon Cheese rebrands in Australia after anti-racism campaign

The 86-year-old name will disappear in Australia from July, after a campaign by Aboriginal groups.

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Kuwait's stateless man who set himself alight

Hamad had descended into despair, one of a Kuwaiti community denied rights for generations.

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Viewpoint: Global media's Nigeria abductions coverage 'wrong'

Novelist Adaobi Tricia Nwaubani criticises coverage of the kidnapping of schoolchildren.

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Is seeing your doctor on online working?

The coronavirus pandemic has helped spark a boom in virtual doctor's visits.

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Huawei patent mentions use of Uighur-spotting tech

The company denies selling technology that can identify the ethnic group and plans to reword the patent.

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CEO Secrets: 'I couldn't build a company on my own'

The co-founders of German nutritional drink start-up YFood explain why they rely on each other.

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'Ndrangheta group: Italy braces for biggest mafia trial in decades

Hundreds of people will face a judge following a major inquiry into the 'Ndrangheta criminal group.

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Indonesia coronavirus: The vaccination drive targeting younger people

Instead of inoculating the elderly, Indonesia is focusing on working-age adults. Will it succeed?

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Tuesday, January 12, 2021

Lisa Montgomery: Judge halts execution of only woman on US death row

The judge orders a mental competency hearing to be held - just hours before the scheduled execution.

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Kelly Craft: US envoy's 'last-minute' Taiwan visit angers China

The trip comes as Washington lifts long-standing curbs on official interactions with Taipei.

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Irish mother and baby homes report to be published

Taoiseach Micheál Martin said the findings of the report are a "shocking and difficult read".

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Firms scrap political donations over Capitol riots

Many companies say they won't donate to Senators who refused to certify President-elect Biden's win.

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China: Make-up wipes ad pulled over victim-blaming claims

The Chinese ad sparked outrage for allegedly implying that women were to blame for unwanted attention.

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Firms scrap political donations over Capitol riots

Many companies say they won't donate to Senators who refused to certify President-elect Biden's win.

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Sriwijaya Air crash: Indonesia's black box locator damaged

Authorities are still searching for the data recorders of the crashed Sriwijaya Air plane.

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US private equity firm eyes stake in All Blacks

New Zealand's national treasure has burned through nearly half of its cash reserves due to lockdowns.

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Private equity firm eyes stake in All Blacks

New Zealand's national treasure has burned through nearly half of its cash reserves due to lockdowns.

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Samsung bets on bespoke fridges to lure millennials

The South Korean electronics firm says it is focusing on personalised devices for younger customers.

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Bill Belichick: NFL coach turns down Presidential Medal of Freedom

New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick turns down Donald trump's offer, citing the Capitol riots.

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Uganda elections 2021: What you need to know

Five things you need to know about Uganda's divisive election.

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Brexit leaves Spain's Costa Brits facing dilemmas

British expats in Spain tell the BBC how the new post-Brexit rules have changed their lives.

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Silencing Trump: How 'big tech' is taking Trumpism offline

Within days tech giants have moved to "deplatform" the president and some of his supporters.

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Danke Apartment: The 'broken eggshell' that left young Chinese homeless

The Danke housing controversy has exposed the vulnerability of young workers in China's cities.

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Hindu shrine desecration: Can Pakistan protect its religious minorities?

The destruction of a sacred shrine by a mob has left Pakistan's Hindu minority feeling vulnerable.

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Retail sales in 2020 worst on record, says BRC trade body

A slump in demand for fashion and homeware during lockdown left many retailers struggling.

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UK leading the way in use of language-learning apps

As the pandemic has given us time to fill, more of us are learning a new language.

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Cuba placed back on US terrorism sponsor list

Donald Trump made the decision days before Joe Biden, who wants friendlier US-Cuban ties, takes office.

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Which Covid vaccine is better? Pfizer v Oxford v Moderna

Three vaccines have been approved in the UK - what are the differences between them?

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Stammering: 'I thought it made me a failure'

Joe Biden will be the first known president with a stammer to take office.

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Plastic surgery: Surgeons who target black women and use influencers for promotion

A BBC investigation finds women suffered life changing conditions after going to Turkey for surgery.

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Being a TikTok influencer without the internet

Wasil lives in Jammu Kashmir and for more than a year the Indian government has blocked connectivity in the region.

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Monday, January 11, 2021

William Burns: Biden nominates veteran diplomat as CIA director

William Burns, who served for three decades as a diplomat, was key in reaching the Iran nuclear deal.

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Yemen war: US to designate Houthi rebels as terrorist organisation

Aid groups say it may threaten operations in areas where millions of people are facing starvation.

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Which country has been hit hardest by coronavirus?

Key charts and maps explaining how the virus has spread around the world.

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Cryptoasset investing? Be prepared to lose the lot, warns watchdog

The Financial Conduct Authority issues a striking warning to investors in unregulated cryptoassets.

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Ugandans warned not to eat dead fish washed ashore

This comes after a large-scale death of fish was reported on Lake Victoria and the River Nile.

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In pictures: Storm Filomena hits Spain as Greeks bask in heatwave

Spain has seen heavy snow and plunging temperatures, while in Greece it is unusually warm.

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China's Baidu and Geely partner up for smart cars

The search engine giant and carmaker will go up against Tesla and other homegrown competitors.

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Parler social network drops offline after Amazon pulls support

The platform had been reliant on Amazon's cloud computing service, which has pulled its support.

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Royal Mail: Former Test and Trace director named as new boss

Simon Thompson, who also worked for online grocer Ocado, will begin his role immediately.

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Dr Martens kickstarts plan to join stock market

The current owner of the footwear brand is considering making shares in the firm available to investors.

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Parler social network drops offline after Amazon pulls support

The platform had been reliant on Amazon's cloud computing service, which has pulled its support.

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Trump National stripped of 2022 US PGA Championship

Trump National in Bedminster is stripped of the 2022 US PGA Championship, with organisers saying using the course would be "detrimental".

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Snow storms bring deadly chaos to Japan

Japan is hit by severe snow storms, killing at least eight and bringing some regions to a standstill.

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Beny Steinmetz: Mining billionaire goes on trial in Guinea

Beny Steinmetz denies allegations of corruption over a major mining deal in Guinea.

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Women's Six Nations: Tournament set to be pushed back to April

The 2021 Women's Six Nations is set to be pushed back and start in April because of issues around coronavirus.

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Sriwijaya Air crash: Indonesia divers search wreckage as black box hunt resumes

Divers resume their search for the black boxes after a passenger plane crashed into the Java Sea.

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China brings in new law to fight Trump's sanctions

Chinese officials are bracing for more punitive measures in Donald Trump's final days in office.

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China's Baidu and Geely partner up for smart cars

The search engine giant and carmaker will go up against Tesla and other homegrown competitors.

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China brings in new law to fight Trump's sanctions

Chinese officials are bracing for more punitive measures in Donald Trump's final days in office.

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Terra Carta: Prince Charles asks companies to join 'Earth charter'

He wants businesses to do more to protect the planet as he marks 50 years of environmental campaigning.

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Uganda elections 2021: Who is Bobi Wine?

Uganda's Bobi Wine is aiming to unseat President Yoweri Museveni after 35 years in power.

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Covid: Record number of small firms 'set to close'

Without more help to counter the pandemic, a quarter of a million firms could go, an industry body says.

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Greener planes of the future... or just pretty plans?

The aerospace industry is testing models of radical looking aircraft, but will they ever make it into production?

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Indonesia landslide: Rescuers buried as they help victims

Two landslides hit the same village in Indonesia within hours, leaving emergency teams trapped.

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Sunday, January 10, 2021

Six rangers killed in DR Congo's Virunga National Park

Mai-Mai militia group is being blamed for the ambush at a famous park where endangered gorillas live.

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Cladding flat owners told not to talk to press

The government says a draft agreement saying flat owners need its approval first is "standard".

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Indonesia Sriwijaya Air crash: Distraught relatives await news

Information is emerging about those on board the Sriwijaya Air flight that crashed off Indonesia.

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Twitter deletes China embassy's Xinjiang 'emancipation' tweet

China had claimed its birth control policies - widely seen as a crackdown - gave women more freedom.

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India allege racist abuse in third Australia Test

Cricket Australia apologises to India and investigates claims visiting players were subjected to racist abuse from fans during the third Test.

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ICYMI: A ‘singing’ lake and a lava fountain

From some chilled out phenomena to feeling the heat in our weekly video round up: In Case You Missed It.

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Online retailer Ocado warns of 'missing items' as suppliers cut choice

It said there may be "an increase of missing items and substitutions over the next few weeks."

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CES 2021: The tech expo swaps Vegas for a virtual show

How the giant tech showcase has swapped Vegas for a virtual event this year.

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The secret artists creating miniature buildings for street mice

From record stores to pharmacies, secret artist group AnonyMouse have been creating little places for mice.

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Motorhomes 'missing' after rental firm collapsed

Lenders face big losses after the company went bust owing £7m, while some vehicles are "missing".

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Indonesia Boeing 737 passenger plane crash site found, Navy says

Ships with navy divers are sent to the site where a plane is believed to have plunged into the sea.

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Viewpoint: What the Capitol riot means for US foreign policy

President-elect Joe Biden needs to unite his nation to fix US policy abroad, Jonathan Marcus writes.

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Singapore: Why these defiant 'nail house' owners refuse to sell

A block of luxury flats in Singapore is being built around two homes whose owners refuse to move.

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Albania races to rescue children from jihadist camp

Why Albania wants to repatriate dozens of youngsters from al-Hol in northern Syria.

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Uganda elections 2021: How ex-rebel Yoweri Museveni has stayed in power for 35 years

Uganda's Yoweri Museveni is running for a sixth elected term in office, against 10 challengers.

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Can onboard rollercoasters save the cruise industry?

The Mardi Gras is going overboard with new features to lure back passengers including a micro-brewery.

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India coronavirus: Can its vaccine makers meet demand?

India is a big player in global vaccine production - but also one of the worst-hit countries for coronavirus.

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The K-pop inspired band that challenged gender norms in Kazakhstan

With their long hair, earrings and guyliner, Ninety One challenged gender norms and angered many.

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Can onboard rollercoasters save the cruise industry?

The Mardi Gras is going overboard with new features to lure back passengers including a micro-brewery.

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Pakistan power cut plunges country into darkness

Officials appeal for calm but warn it could take several hours before electricity is fully restored.

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When driving a tuk-tuk pays more than making art

Papier mache artisans in Kashmir are giving up the dying craft for more lucrative jobs.

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How South African police are tackling pangolin smugglers

The pangolin is said to be the world's most trafficked mammal. The BBC filmed a rescue operation.

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Pompeo: US to lift restrictions on contacts with Taiwan

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says contact between officials should no longer be "shackled".

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