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Australia fires: Residents told to seek shelter in Canberra region https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Some residents are warned it is too late to leave as multiple fires rage south of Canberra. Author -- February 01, 2020 at 12:14PM

Brexit: UK leaves the European Union

Brexit: UK leaves the European Union https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Celebrations and sorrow as the UK begins a new era outside the 27 nation European community. Author -- February 01, 2020 at 05:52AM

Brexit: What changes for EU and UK citizens living abroad?

Brexit: What changes for EU and UK citizens living abroad? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The EU settlement scheme will be open until at least 30 June 2021. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 04:25PM

Brexit: The UK has officially left the EU - what happens next?

Brexit: The UK has officially left the EU - what happens next? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The UK has ended its EU membership after 47 years, but the next phase of Brexit has only just begun. Author -- February 01, 2020 at 04:00AM

Kashmir avalanche: 'My baby's toy torch saved me from death'

Kashmir avalanche: 'My baby's toy torch saved me from death' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Shakila was buried for hours under deep snow in Kashmir, hoping her daughter was alive. Author -- February 01, 2020 at 06:09AM

Brexit: Moment the UK left the EU

Brexit: Moment the UK left the EU https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Pre-recorded bongs from Big Ben played out as the UK left the European Union. Author -- February 01, 2020 at 04:43AM

Coronavirus: US declares emergency and issues new entry rules

Coronavirus: US declares emergency and issues new entry rules https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Foreign nationals who recently visited China will be barred and some US citizens will be quarantined. Author -- February 01, 2020 at 04:25AM

Eurozone economy barely growing at all

Eurozone economy barely growing at all https://ift.tt/eA8V8J An official estimate puts growth in the region at 0.1% in the three months to the end of December. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 06:45PM

Brexit: Sadness and relief - European papers' view

Brexit: Sadness and relief - European papers' view https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Many pundits see Britain's official departure from the EU as diminishing both parties. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 05:55PM

Huduma Namba: Kenya court halts biometric ID over data fears

Huduma Namba: Kenya court halts biometric ID over data fears https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Judges says data protection laws need to be enacted to safeguard a wealth of sensitive information. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 05:01PM

Coronavirus: Worldwide cases surpass Sars outbreak in 2003

Coronavirus: Worldwide cases surpass Sars outbreak in 2003 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The number of worldwide cases of the new coronavirus surpasses that of a similar outbreak in 2003. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 03:44PM

Scientists race to develop a vaccine

Scientists race to develop a vaccine https://ift.tt/eA8V8J US researchers are already working on a vaccine against the new virus that has emerged in China. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 10:04AM

Russia may drop murder charge in Khachaturyan sisters case

Russia may drop murder charge in Khachaturyan sisters case https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Three young women are accused of killing their father after years of domestic abuse. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 03:10PM

Two coronavirus cases confirmed in UK

Two coronavirus cases confirmed in UK https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Two people have tested positive for coronavirus in the UK and are receiving specialist care. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 02:32PM

Swiss humanitarian channel to Iran launches with medical shipments

Swiss humanitarian channel to Iran launches with medical shipments https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Cancer and transplant patients are the first to benefit from the new payment mechanism. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 09:28PM

Gaetan Bong: Nottingham Forest sign Brighton defender for undisclosed fee

Gaetan Bong: Nottingham Forest sign Brighton defender for undisclosed fee https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Brighton defender Gaetan Bong has joined Nottingham Forest until the summer of 2022 for an undisclosed fee. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 02:04AM

Belgium euthanasia: Three doctors cleared in landmark trial

Belgium euthanasia: Three doctors cleared in landmark trial https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Tine Nys's family had argued that her request to die back in 2010 should never have been granted. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 12:58PM

Manufacturers urge clarity on post-Brexit trade

Manufacturers urge clarity on post-Brexit trade https://ift.tt/eA8V8J As Britain prepares to leave EU, businesses say the future trading relationship remains unclear. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 05:10AM

Michel Barnier: 'We are weaker than if we were together'

Michel Barnier: 'We are weaker than if we were together' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J EU's chief negotiator says his thoughts are with millions of people who are sad about Brexit. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 11:05AM

Ursula von der Leyen: 'It's a very emotional day'

Ursula von der Leyen: 'It's a very emotional day' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The President of the European Commission says Brexit has made the rest of the EU more united. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 11:11AM

Brexit: Europeans look to uncertain future as UK leaves EU

Brexit: Europeans look to uncertain future as UK leaves EU https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Europeans from across the EU share their thoughts about what will change in their relationship with the UK. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 05:23AM

Coronavirus: US advises against all travel to China

Coronavirus: US advises against all travel to China https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Americans are also urged to consider leaving China, the epicentre of the deadly coronavirus outbreak. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 09:36AM

Wilbur Ross says Coronavirus could boost US jobs

Wilbur Ross says Coronavirus could boost US jobs https://ift.tt/eA8V8J US commerce secretary Wilbur Ross says firms may bring production back to the US in response to the virus. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 07:59AM

Could Bong Joon-ho win as Oscar for Parasite?

Could Bong Joon-ho win as Oscar for Parasite? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Talking Movies’ Tom Brook speaks to the film's director Bong Joon-ho. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 06:03PM

Australia fires: State of emergency declared for Canberra region

Australia fires: State of emergency declared for Canberra region https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Huge bushfires are raging near Canberra in the worst threat to the region since 2003, officials say. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 07:40AM

Hostage-taker in India shot dead at fake children’s party

Hostage-taker in India shot dead at fake children’s party https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Indian police kill a man who arranged a birthday party for his daughter, then took 20 hostages. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 07:27AM

Coronavirus: Cement mixers become celebrities in China lockdown

Coronavirus: Cement mixers become celebrities in China lockdown https://ift.tt/eA8V8J With millions of people indoors, livestreams of building sites have become surprisingly popular. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 06:43AM

Censorship claims emerge as TikTok gets political in India

Censorship claims emerge as TikTok gets political in India https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A TikTok influencer says his videos on Hindu-Muslim unity have triggered censorship on the app. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 05:34AM

Brexit: Boris Johnson to hail 'dawn of a new era' on departure day

Brexit: Boris Johnson to hail 'dawn of a new era' on departure day https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Boris Johnson will seek to strike a positive tone in a speech as the UK prepares to leave the EU later. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 06:18AM

Africa's week in pictures: 24-30 January 2020

Africa's week in pictures: 24-30 January 2020 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A selection of the best photos from across the continent this week. Author -- January 31, 2020 at 05:10AM

Coronavirus: What it does to the body

Coronavirus: What it does to the body https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Chinese doctors detail the impact the new coronavirus has on patients. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 06:11PM

Nottingham Forest sign Cape Verde striker da Costa

Nottingham Forest sign Cape Verde striker da Costa https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Nottingham Forest sign striker Nuno da Costa from French Ligue 1 side Strasbourg for an undisclosed fee. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 12:00AM

Greek plan to stop migrant boats with floating barriers

Greek plan to stop migrant boats with floating barriers https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A netted installation with flashing lights is planned for the Aegean Sea between Lesbos and Turkey. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 05:32PM

Sierra Leone's Alfred Sankoh explains why he chose the Faroe Islands

Sierra Leone's Alfred Sankoh explains why he chose the Faroe Islands https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Sierra Leone's Alfred Sankoh says money and a chance to play in the European football led him to play in the Faroe Islands. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 03:59PM

Brexit: What will change after Friday, 31 January?

Brexit: What will change after Friday, 31 January? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Brexit will happen at 23:00 on Friday, 31 January, but what changes will we notice? Author -- January 30, 2020 at 06:22AM

Sweets and football: How the UK celebrated joining Europe

Sweets and football: How the UK celebrated joining Europe https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A look at the 11-day "Fanfare for Europe" that followed British entry into the EEC in 1973. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 06:31AM

Greta Thunberg to trademark 'Fridays for Future'

Greta Thunberg to trademark 'Fridays for Future' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The climate change activist said people had tried to sell products and make money in the movement's name. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 03:21PM

Jamia Millia: Indian student injured as man fires at university protest

Jamia Millia: Indian student injured as man fires at university protest https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Indian student was part of a protest against a controversial citizenship law. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 03:14PM

African diaspora: Did Ghana's Year of Return attract foreign visitors?

African diaspora: Did Ghana's Year of Return attract foreign visitors? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ghana's president has declared the Year of Return targeting the African diaspora a great success - but is he right? Author -- January 30, 2020 at 05:43AM

Naama Issachar: Putin pardons US-Israeli woman jailed in Russia

Naama Issachar: Putin pardons US-Israeli woman jailed in Russia https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Naama Issachar was arrested in Moscow last year and sentenced to more than seven years in prison. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 01:23AM

How yoga helped an Indian rape survivor to love her body

How yoga helped an Indian rape survivor to love her body https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Natasha Noel overcame childhood abuse and is now a successful yoga and wellness coach in India. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 11:48AM

Yusaku Maezawa: Japanese billionaire cancels search for moon trip 'life partner'

Yusaku Maezawa: Japanese billionaire cancels search for moon trip 'life partner' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Yusaku Maezawa wanted a woman to accompany him to space - but she had to be over 20 and single. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 11:26AM

Australia fires: NSW inquiry to probe climate change impact

Australia fires: NSW inquiry to probe climate change impact https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The independent inquiry will examine the impact of climate change on the recent bushfires. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 02:33AM

Coronavirus Wuhan diary: Living alone in a city gone quiet

Coronavirus Wuhan diary: Living alone in a city gone quiet https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Loneliness, emptiness, and hyper-hygiene - one woman describes life in a city gone quiet. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 10:58AM

Brexit: Tears and Auld Lang Syne as MEPs back terms

Brexit: Tears and Auld Lang Syne as MEPs back terms https://ift.tt/eA8V8J There were emotional moments as members of the European Parliament backed the terms of the UK's exit. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 07:24AM

Coronavirus: How are patients treated?

Coronavirus: How are patients treated? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J There is no cure for far, and currently hospitals can only treat the symptoms. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 09:14AM

Coronavirus: Death toll rises as virus spreads to every Chinese region

Coronavirus: Death toll rises as virus spreads to every Chinese region https://ift.tt/eA8V8J With one of the 7,711 confirmed cases reported in Tibet, the virus is now in every region of China. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 07:41AM

What ancient Rome may teach on post-Brexit tourism

What ancient Rome may teach on post-Brexit tourism https://ift.tt/eA8V8J As more Britons holiday at home and European visitor numbers fall, could we learn from ancient Rome? Author -- January 30, 2020 at 06:06AM

Letter from Africa: How London was sold to a child fleeing war

Letter from Africa: How London was sold to a child fleeing war https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ismail Einashe is transported back to his childhood and the journey he took after fleeing Somalia's civil war. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 05:14AM

Trachoma: A race to save James's eyesight

Trachoma: A race to save James's eyesight https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A 15-minute surgery can prevent blindness from trachoma, which affects two million people worldwide. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 05:07AM

Britons give Brexit boost to idyllic French village

Britons give Brexit boost to idyllic French village https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The share of property held by Britons may be falling in France, but the opposite is happening in Eymet. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 05:13AM

Я/МЫ: Why are Russians using this symbol?

Я/МЫ: Why are Russians using this symbol? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The phrase means "it's all of us" and is being used to rally support against the Russian government. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 05:12AM

A holiday camp for India's captive elephants

A holiday camp for India's captive elephants https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Once a year, captive elephants get pampered at the camp in India which has become a popular event. Author -- January 30, 2020 at 05:01AM

Gang bid to ambush armoured van on Italy motorway fails

Gang bid to ambush armoured van on Italy motorway fails https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Suspects flee after blocking a motorway with burning vehicles in an attempt to raid an armoured van. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 05:10PM

5G: EU issues guidance on 'high-risk' suppliers

5G: EU issues guidance on 'high-risk' suppliers https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Member states have been given until the end of April to draw up security measures for 5G networks. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 04:52PM

Coronavirus: Denmark in cartoon bust-up with China over flag

Coronavirus: Denmark in cartoon bust-up with China over flag https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Danes reject Chinese calls for an apology over a cartoon showing the coronavirus on China's flag. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 04:40PM

Fears as Russian beauty contest winner gets trip to China

Fears as Russian beauty contest winner gets trip to China https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Miss Ostapenko got the government-sponsored prize despite official advice against visiting China. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 04:19PM

Costa Book of the Year: Auschwitz resistance biography wins £30,000 prize

Costa Book of the Year: Auschwitz resistance biography wins £30,000 prize https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Volunteer, by ex-war reporter Jack Fairweather, beats four other books to the £30,000 award. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 02:48PM

Hubert Velud: Sudan appoint former Togo boss as new manager

Hubert Velud: Sudan appoint former Togo boss as new manager https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Sudan Football Association names Frenchman Hubert Velud as their new coach to replace Zdravko Logarusic. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 02:41PM

Wilfried Bony: Ivory Coast forward excited about move to Saudi Arabia

Wilfried Bony: Ivory Coast forward excited about move to Saudi Arabia https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ivory Coast striker Wilfried Bony is looking forward to playing competitive football again as he joins Saudi Arabian club Al-Ittihad. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 01:51PM

Coronavirus: Reporter begins quarantine at home after visiting infected zone

Coronavirus: Reporter begins quarantine at home after visiting infected zone https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Like others who've been in Hubei province, the BBC's Stephen McDonell is staying away from the office for two weeks. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 01:09PM

China coronavirus misinformation spreads online

China coronavirus misinformation spreads online https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The outbreak of the new coronavirus has led to the spread of misleading videos and conspiracy theories online Author -- January 28, 2020 at 09:24PM

Hong Kong stock market takes a tumble on reopen

Hong Kong stock market takes a tumble on reopen https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Coronavirus fears see the Hang Seng Index drop 3% after re-opening following the Chinese New Year break Author -- January 29, 2020 at 11:46AM

European Parliament: MEPs set to approve Brexit deal in historic vote

European Parliament: MEPs set to approve Brexit deal in historic vote https://ift.tt/eA8V8J MEPs are set to back the terms of the UK's departure from the EU in a landmark session in Brussels. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 06:23AM

Aston Villa 2-1 Leicester City (Villa win 3-2 on aggregate): Villa into Carabao Cup final

Aston Villa 2-1 Leicester City (Villa win 3-2 on aggregate): Villa into Carabao Cup final https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Trezeguet's dramatic injury-time winner puts Aston Villa into the Carabao Cup final with victory over Leicester City. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 03:30AM

How worried should we be about 'Big Brother' technology?

How worried should we be about 'Big Brother' technology? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Why do we fear government surveillance, but voluntarily use technology which monitors our lives? Author -- January 29, 2020 at 05:05AM

Kunal Kamra: Airline ban on India comedian sparks fiery debate

Kunal Kamra: Airline ban on India comedian sparks fiery debate https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Kunal Kamra berated popular news anchor Arnab Goswami aboard a flight and released a video, Author -- January 29, 2020 at 10:07AM

Australia fires: Blaze 'sparked by helicopter lights' rages near Canberra

Australia fires: Blaze 'sparked by helicopter lights' rages near Canberra https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The bushfire crisis continues as a national park burns south of Canberra. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 08:31AM

Coronavirus: Starbucks closes 2,000 Chinese branches

Coronavirus: Starbucks closes 2,000 Chinese branches https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The coffee giant is shutting half of its stores in the country and warns of the outbreak's financial impact. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 08:01AM

Brexit: French petition launched for Briton denied citizenship

Brexit: French petition launched for Briton denied citizenship https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Carpenter Mark Lawrence has lived in France for 27 years but authorities say he does not earn enough. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 05:32AM

Putin's Russia: Do Russians care what president does next?

Putin's Russia: Do Russians care what president does next? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Russia's president plans to change things at the top but most Russians have little time for Moscow politics. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 05:39AM

Coronavirus: Foreigners evacuated from Wuhan as China death toll rises

Coronavirus: Foreigners evacuated from Wuhan as China death toll rises https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Hundreds of people fly out of Wuhan as the death toll from the coronavirus outbreak rises to 132. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 06:19AM

Rochdale child rapist extradited from Pakistan

Rochdale child rapist extradited from Pakistan https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Choudhry Ikhalaq Hussain was convicted in 2016 of raping and sexually abusing a child in Rochdale. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 12:00AM

Coronavirus: Australian scientists first to recreate virus outside China

Coronavirus: Australian scientists first to recreate virus outside China https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Australian scientists say it is a "significant breakthrough" in efforts to contain the new coronavirus. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 04:34AM

Shaheen Bagh: The 'traitors' targeted by hardliners in poll battle

Shaheen Bagh: The 'traitors' targeted by hardliners in poll battle https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Protesters in a Muslim-dominated part of Delhi have become the focus of a bitter battle for votes. Author -- January 29, 2020 at 05:15AM

Neelam Krishnamoorthy: The film tickets that destroyed a family

Neelam Krishnamoorthy: The film tickets that destroyed a family https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Neelam Krishnamoorthy got film tickets for her kids one June day. She now calls them "tickets to death". Author -- January 29, 2020 at 05:32AM

Watchdog queries impact of £46m 'Get Ready for Brexit' campaign

Watchdog queries impact of £46m 'Get Ready for Brexit' campaign https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The £46m publicity blitz did not leave people "significantly better prepared", says the NAO. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 07:15AM

India to introduce African cheetahs

India to introduce African cheetahs https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The world's fastest land animal was hunted into extinction in the country more than 70 years ago. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 02:59PM

Huawei set for limited role in UK 5G networks

Huawei set for limited role in UK 5G networks https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The US failed to convince the Prime Minister to ban the Chinese firm from any involvement. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 05:09PM

India cleared to bring cheetahs back to forests

India cleared to bring cheetahs back to forests https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The world's fastest land animal was hunted into extinction in the country more than 70 years ago. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 02:59PM

Man arrested with 30 phones in cycling shorts after rock gig

Man arrested with 30 phones in cycling shorts after rock gig https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dutch police catch a suspect in a tight spot after being alerted to mobile phone thefts. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 03:46PM

Coronavirus: Hong Kong to slash border travel as virus spreads

Coronavirus: Hong Kong to slash border travel as virus spreads https://ift.tt/eA8V8J It wants to drastically reduce visits from mainland China, where the death toll has reached 106. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 03:14PM

Coronavirus: Wuhan residents shout from windows in solidarity

Coronavirus: Wuhan residents shout from windows in solidarity https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Residents in the quarantined city battling a virus outbreak are shouting and singing to boost morale. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 02:05PM

Australian bushfire: Didier Drogba and Dwight Yorke to play in charity game

Australian bushfire: Didier Drogba and Dwight Yorke to play in charity game https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba will join other former players in a charity football match to raise money for the Australian bushfire appeal. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 01:16PM

Wilfed Ndidi: Leicester midfielder rising above N'Golo Kante comparisons

Wilfed Ndidi: Leicester midfielder rising above N'Golo Kante comparisons https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A key player for Leicester and statistically one of the best defensive midfielders in Europe, has Wilfred Ndidi surpassed comparisons with N'Golo Kante? Author -- January 28, 2020 at 12:20PM

Frictionless N Ireland trade 'impossible'

Frictionless N Ireland trade 'impossible' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The EU's chief negotiator says the Brexit deal makes checks on goods entering NI "indispensible". Author -- January 27, 2020 at 11:35PM

Airbus reaches deal to settle corruption probe

Airbus reaches deal to settle corruption probe https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Reports say the aircraft maker could end up paying fines of more than £2.5bn. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 01:06PM

Coronavirus: Tales of solidarity from China's virus-hit Wuhan

Coronavirus: Tales of solidarity from China's virus-hit Wuhan https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The number of coronavirus cases continues to climb but some in Wuhan are determined to spread cheer. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 01:07PM

Bride Price: 'My husband can't afford me'

Bride Price: 'My husband can't afford me' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Some cultures exchange money before a marriage, but should we continue the Bride Price tradition? Author -- January 28, 2020 at 10:18AM

'It's astounding to find out she died violently'

'It's astounding to find out she died violently' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A team of experts appear to have solved a mystery that has confounded academics - and the public - for decades. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 10:53PM

Newport Ship: How do you restore a 15th Century vessel?

Newport Ship: How do you restore a 15th Century vessel? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Archaeologists want to see the vessel on public display by 2025. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 02:03PM

Examining the effects of Brexit on a Worthing pharmaceutical firm

Examining the effects of Brexit on a Worthing pharmaceutical firm https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Once the UK leaves the EU, new drugs will have to be tested here and in Europe. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 12:18PM

UK to decide whether to ban Huawei from 5G

UK to decide whether to ban Huawei from 5G https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The government is due to decide on Tuesday whether to ban Huawei from the UK's 5G networks. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 07:28AM

Coronavirus: Death toll climbs to 106 as China tightens measures

Coronavirus: Death toll climbs to 106 as China tightens measures https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Transport restrictions have been further tightened, with some cities suspending public transport. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 07:06AM

Could virus damage the global economy?

Could virus damage the global economy? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Inevitably, it will have economic consequences. But how severe and how far will they spread? Author -- January 26, 2020 at 06:05AM

Brexit: Tears and relief as the UK's MEPs bid farewell

Brexit: Tears and relief as the UK's MEPs bid farewell https://ift.tt/eA8V8J It's been a "grim" last week for some but others are "delighted" to be leaving the European Parliament. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 05:56AM

Letter from Africa: The 'leopard unit', vigilantes and Nigeria's kidnap crisis

Letter from Africa: The 'leopard unit', vigilantes and Nigeria's kidnap crisis https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A plan by Nigeria's south-western states to start a new security unit divides the country. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 05:04AM

The silenced YouTube stars of Indian-administered Kashmir

The silenced YouTube stars of Indian-administered Kashmir https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Kashmiri Kalkharabs, a popular Kashmiri YouTube channel, has been forced into silence since August. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 05:16AM

Visit Nepal's yeti: How mythical creature divided Himalayan nation

Visit Nepal's yeti: How mythical creature divided Himalayan nation https://ift.tt/eA8V8J An idea to bring more tourists to Nepal has ended in a row over what a yeti actually looks like. Author -- January 28, 2020 at 05:01AM

South Africa's Thembi Kgatlana signs for Benfica Feminino

South Africa's Thembi Kgatlana signs for Benfica Feminino https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The 2018 African Women's Player of the Year Chrestinah 'Thembi' Kgatlana signs for Portugal's Benfica Feminino. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 06:14PM

Global Talent visa: New system to keep UK 'open to talented scientists'

Global Talent visa: New system to keep UK 'open to talented scientists' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Boris Johnson hails the UK as "open to the most talented minds" with quicker route in for scientists. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 04:28PM

German police probe Nazi-style beer brand

German police probe Nazi-style beer brand https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A beer with a label stating "German Reich Brewery" sells out in a store in eastern Germany. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 04:45PM

Manzoor Pashteen: Activist who dared to challenge Pakistan army held

Manzoor Pashteen: Activist who dared to challenge Pakistan army held https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Pashtun tribesman who became the face of protests alleging rights abuses by troops is in custody. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 04:32PM

Orji Okwonkwo: Nigerian 'feels lucky' to play under Thierry Henry

Orji Okwonkwo: Nigerian 'feels lucky' to play under Thierry Henry https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Nigeria youth international Orji Okwonkwo says he is looking forward to playing under France and Arsenal legend Thierry Henry at MLS side Montreal Impact Author -- January 27, 2020 at 05:03PM

Confederation Cup: Libya's Al Nasr one of five teams to advance

Confederation Cup: Libya's Al Nasr one of five teams to advance https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Libya's Al Nasr are one of five teams to progress to the last eight of the Confederation Cup as Enugu Rangers end Pyramids winning run. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 04:33PM

Dos Santos: Whistleblower named a Football Leaks author

Dos Santos: Whistleblower named a Football Leaks author https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Man behind football revelations named a Luanda Leaks whistleblower about Africa's richest woman. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 03:26PM

Passenger plane crashes in Afghanistan

Passenger plane crashes in Afghanistan https://ift.tt/eA8V8J An aircraft has crashed and caught fire in the eastern province of Ghazni, officials say. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 03:44PM

Kobe Bryant: Philippines mourns basketball hero and family man

Kobe Bryant: Philippines mourns basketball hero and family man https://ift.tt/eA8V8J For many in the Philippines, where basketball is huge, Kobe's ethics made him the perfect sport star. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 02:21PM

Coronavirus: How worried should we be?

Coronavirus: How worried should we be? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Hundreds of people people have been infected with a newly-discovered virus. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 11:12AM

Climate Change: Tough questions at first UK assembly

Climate Change: Tough questions at first UK assembly https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Members of the public from a range of backgrounds gather for the UK's first climate change assembly. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 08:46AM

Brexit: Zero tariff, zero quota aim for trade talks, says Barclay

Brexit: Zero tariff, zero quota aim for trade talks, says Barclay https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The prime minister will set out trade talk details in a speech next month, says the Brexit secretary. Author -- January 26, 2020 at 07:21PM

Varadkar: EU will have upper hand in trade talks with UK

Varadkar: EU will have upper hand in trade talks with UK https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Irish PM warns the UK not to try for a "piecemeal" trade deal, saying the EU will not accept it. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 11:11AM

Photos from families ripped apart by the Holocaust

Photos from families ripped apart by the Holocaust https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Jewish survivors use family photos to describe their relatives murdered by the Nazis at Auschwitz. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 05:39AM

Auschwitz survivor recalls his ordeal in the camp

Auschwitz survivor recalls his ordeal in the camp https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Henri Kichka lost his family in Auschwitz but lived to tell his own story of survival. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 05:29AM

Air India: Can the national carrier finally find a buyer?

Air India: Can the national carrier finally find a buyer? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Indian government has said it will sell its entire stake in the loss-making national airline. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 11:51AM

Woman dies in Australian Day lamington-eating contest

Woman dies in Australian Day lamington-eating contest https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The woman, aged 60, suffered a seizure while speed-eating the cakes during an Australia Day event. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 07:52AM

Coronavirus: Death toll rises to 80 as China extends holiday

Coronavirus: Death toll rises to 80 as China extends holiday https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The new year holiday has been extended by three days, in an attempt to contain the outbreak. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 07:08AM

'I was 90% dead': Henri's story of surviving Auschwitz

'I was 90% dead': Henri's story of surviving Auschwitz https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Henri Kichka lost his family in the Nazi death camp, but lived on to tell his own story of survival. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 05:27AM

The Fighter and the Pimp: Fighting for Kinshasa’s most vulnerable girls

The Fighter and the Pimp: Fighting for Kinshasa’s most vulnerable girls https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Shaki is an inspiration for dozens of street children, and her home has become a refuge for girls. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 05:01AM

Angola's Joao Lourenço - the man taking on Isabel dos Santos

Angola's Joao Lourenço - the man taking on Isabel dos Santos https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Angola's President Joao Lourenço is accused of orchestrating a witch-hunt against Isabel dos Santos. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 05:10AM

Salvini faces setback in Italian regional election

Salvini faces setback in Italian regional election https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Italian far-right leader had focused heavily on campaigning in the Emilia-Romagna region. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 04:49AM

Nambi Narayanan: The fake spy scandal that blew up a rocket scientist’s career

Nambi Narayanan: The fake spy scandal that blew up a rocket scientist’s career https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Falsely charged with selling secrets to Pakistan, Nambi Narayanan's life was knocked off course. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 05:01AM

Holocaust: Dutch PM apologises over failure to protect Jews

Holocaust: Dutch PM apologises over failure to protect Jews https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mark Rutte is the first prime minister to acknowledge the Netherlands' role in persecuting Jews. Author -- January 27, 2020 at 03:22AM

Coronavirus: Ivory Coast tests woman for China virus

Coronavirus: Ivory Coast tests woman for China virus https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A student returning to the country from China has shown flu-like symptoms, health officials say. Author -- January 26, 2020 at 11:48PM

England in South Africa: Joe Root moves tourists closer to series win

England in South Africa: Joe Root moves tourists closer to series win https://ift.tt/eA8V8J England close in on a series victory after setting South Africa an unlikely 466 to win the fourth Test in Johannesburg. Author -- January 26, 2020 at 09:11PM

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's aunt reappears after six years

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's aunt reappears after six years https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Kim Kyong-hui, once a powerful figure, has not been seen since her husband's execution. Author -- January 26, 2020 at 08:23PM

Why Australia probably doesn't need more koala mittens

Why Australia probably doesn't need more koala mittens https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Canada sent thousands of crafts to help animals, but local rescue groups say they are overwhelmed. Author -- January 26, 2020 at 09:07PM

Turkey earthquake: Rescue efforts near end as death toll rises

Turkey earthquake: Rescue efforts near end as death toll rises https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Hopes fade of finding more survivors from a powerful earthquake that hit eastern Turkey on Friday. Author -- January 26, 2020 at 07:42PM

Ndayishimiye: Burundi government's presidential hopeful

Ndayishimiye: Burundi government's presidential hopeful https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A 52-year-old major-general and former rebel combatant will contest the election in May. Author -- January 26, 2020 at 07:35PM

Mali: Militants on motorbikes kill 15 troops, officials say

Mali: Militants on motorbikes kill 15 troops, officials say https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Gunmen raid a military camp in the centre of the country, as witnesses tell of "complete chaos". Author -- January 26, 2020 at 07:01PM

African Champions League: Holders Esperance confirm quarter-final place

African Champions League: Holders Esperance confirm quarter-final place https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Holders Esperance draw at home with Raja Casablanca as both clubs confirm their places in the quarter-finals of the African Champions League. Author -- January 26, 2020 at 06:06PM

China coronavirus: 2,000 infected and more than 50 dead

China coronavirus: 2,000 infected and more than 50 dead https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The new coronavirus is said to be infectious during its incubation period, making to harder to contain. Author -- January 26, 2020 at 02:17PM

A murder mystery, the PM and his estranged wife

A murder mystery, the PM and his estranged wife https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Lesotho's prime minister and his wife are caught up in an investigation into the death of his former partner. Author -- January 26, 2020 at 05:06AM

The tiger ‘gift’ that horrified Polish rescuers

The tiger ‘gift’ that horrified Polish rescuers https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Tigers recovering from a nightmare journey could have ended up as Asian ‘medicine’ Author -- January 26, 2020 at 05:01AM

Three women who were part of a quiet resistance against the Nazis in Berlin

Three women who were part of a quiet resistance against the Nazis in Berlin https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The three were part of a quiet resistance against the Nazis in Second World War Berlin. Author -- January 26, 2020 at 05:01AM

Dublin child deaths: Three McGinley children found dead in house

Dublin child deaths: Three McGinley children found dead in house https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Grieving father releases a photo of his two young sons and daughter found dead in a Dublin house. Author -- January 25, 2020 at 06:52PM

Thai officials accidentally auction off car loaded with amphetamine

Thai officials accidentally auction off car loaded with amphetamine https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Thailand's anti-drugs chief apologises after 94,000 pills are found in a car sold at a police auction. Author -- January 25, 2020 at 07:58PM

China coronavirus spread is accelerating, Xi Jinping warns

China coronavirus spread is accelerating, Xi Jinping warns https://ift.tt/eA8V8J China's president tells a high-level meeting that the country faces a "grave situation". Author -- January 25, 2020 at 06:07PM

Turkey earthquake: At least 20 dead as buildings collapse

Turkey earthquake: At least 20 dead as buildings collapse https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A devastating earthquake has hit Turkey's Elazig province, with over a thousand injured and many dead. Author -- January 25, 2020 at 02:46PM

Bodies of three children found in County Dublin

Bodies of three children found in County Dublin https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A woman has been taken to hospital and gardaí described the deaths in Newcastle as 'unexplained'. Author -- January 25, 2020 at 02:27AM

China coronavirus: Death toll rises as disease spreads

China coronavirus: Death toll rises as disease spreads https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Fifteen more people have been killed by the virus in China, as the country celebrates Lunar New Year. Author -- January 25, 2020 at 06:22AM

Why China’s LGBT hide their identities at Lunar New Year

Why China’s LGBT hide their identities at Lunar New Year https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Representation of China's LGBT community is improving but many still struggle during Lunar New Year. Author -- January 25, 2020 at 05:14AM

Nigeria: Discovering Lagos nightlife by danfo

Nigeria: Discovering Lagos nightlife by danfo https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Danfo is a way for party-goers to reach the city’s hot spots in an affordable way. Author -- January 25, 2020 at 05:19AM

Auschwitz: Searching for traces of my grandfather

Auschwitz: Searching for traces of my grandfather https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Meijer Nieweg was murdered in August 1942. It has taken decades for details of his death to emerge. Author -- January 25, 2020 at 05:11AM

Coronavirus: How can China build a hospital so quickly?

Coronavirus: How can China build a hospital so quickly? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Wuhan is building a new hospital that will be finished within six days, according to China's state media. Author -- January 25, 2020 at 05:03AM

Chinese diasporas on edge over coronavirus

Chinese diasporas on edge over coronavirus https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Chinese overseas are concerned for their own health and that of their families back home. Author -- January 25, 2020 at 04:33AM

Irish general election: Issues at the heart of Irish election campaign

Irish general election: Issues at the heart of Irish election campaign https://ift.tt/eA8V8J For the first time since Irish independence, a general election will be held on a Saturday. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 03:37PM

Brexit: EU leaders sign UK withdrawal deal

Brexit: EU leaders sign UK withdrawal deal https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The deal formally ending UK membership is signed by EU leaders in Brussels. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 02:55PM

Coronavirus: Chinese embassy in Paris finds woman who 'cheated' checks

Coronavirus: Chinese embassy in Paris finds woman who 'cheated' checks https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The woman boasted about taking medicine to bring her temperature down in order to clear customs. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 08:09AM

Rolls-Royce plans mini nuclear reactors by 2029

Rolls-Royce plans mini nuclear reactors by 2029 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The firm says it plans to build up to 15 of the mini reactors, which can be delivered by a lorry. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 02:01PM

Locusts: UN calls for international help in East Africa

Locusts: UN calls for international help in East Africa https://ift.tt/eA8V8J "Unprecedented" swarms of desert locusts, the worst in decades, are devouring crops in East Africa. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 02:35PM

Saido Berahino 'regrets every moment' of reaction to rejected Tottenham bids

Saido Berahino 'regrets every moment' of reaction to rejected Tottenham bids https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Former West Brom striker Saido Berahino says he "regrets every moment" of his reaction to rejected Tottenham transfer bids. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 01:51PM

Liverpool to check on Sadio Mane injury following win over Wolves

Liverpool to check on Sadio Mane injury following win over Wolves https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Liverpool will assess Sadio Mane after the forward suffered a hamstring injury in their 2-1 win over Wolves. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 04:15AM

Soros attacks Trump and plans university network

Soros attacks Trump and plans university network https://ift.tt/eA8V8J "The world would be a better place if they weren't in power," Mr Soros said at Davos. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 12:01PM

Felix Tshisekedi's year as DR Congo president

Felix Tshisekedi's year as DR Congo president https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Felix Tshisekedi looks back at his first year in power in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 04:31PM

Caroline Wozniacki career ends with loss to Ons Jabeur at Australian Open

Caroline Wozniacki career ends with loss to Ons Jabeur at Australian Open https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Caroline Wozniacki's hugely impressive career ends with a three-set less to Ons Jabeur in the Australian Open third round. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 12:04PM

China's travel industry counts cost of coronavirus

China's travel industry counts cost of coronavirus https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Airlines and hotels are having to pay out refunds to tourists affected by the deadly outbreak. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 11:04AM

China virus: What's life like in quarantined Wuhan?

China virus: What's life like in quarantined Wuhan? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The city is at the centre of a deadly virus outbreak, and has been sealed off by authorities. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 10:40AM

Serena Williams knocked out of Australian Open by Wang Qiang in third round

Serena Williams knocked out of Australian Open by Wang Qiang in third round https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Serena Williams is knocked out of the Australian Open, losing 6-4 6-7 (2-7) 7-5 to China's Wang Qiang in the third round. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 10:02AM

Australia fires: US crew killed in air tanker crash identified

Australia fires: US crew killed in air tanker crash identified https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The three victims of an air tanker crash had extensive experience fighting fires, their employer says. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 09:17AM

Indonesian needlefish boy: 'A fish jumped out the water and stabbed my neck'

Indonesian needlefish boy: 'A fish jumped out the water and stabbed my neck' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Muhammad Idul tells the BBC the force threw him from his boat before a desperate race to hospital. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 08:57AM

Coronavirus: Chinese embassy in Paris finds woman who 'cheated' checks

Has Felix Tshisekedi tackling DR Congo's six biggest problems?

Has Felix Tshisekedi tackling DR Congo's six biggest problems? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ordinary Congolese hoped Felix Tshisekedi would transform their lives when he became president. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 05:54AM

Africa's week in pictures: 17-23 January 2020

Africa's week in pictures: 17-23 January 2020 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 05:40AM

China coronavirus: The lessons learned from the Sars outbreak

China coronavirus: The lessons learned from the Sars outbreak https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Almost two decades after Sars, a new mystery virus puts China back in the global spotlight. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 05:45AM

Coronavirus: 'We've been advised not to leave our rooms'

Coronavirus: 'We've been advised not to leave our rooms' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J What's it like for those in the Chinese cities in lockdown over the spread of a new virus. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 10:06PM

George Soros takes aim at President Xi and Trump

George Soros takes aim at President Xi and Trump https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The billionaire launches an attack on US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Xinping. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 04:07AM

What's the difference between pandemic and epidemic?

What's the difference between pandemic and epidemic? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Concerns are growing that the recently-detected coronavirus may spread. Dr Rosalind Eggo explains. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 05:09AM

How Italy's far right is hoping to cause a political earthquake

How Italy's far right is hoping to cause a political earthquake https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Matteo Salvini is hoping to cause a political shock by winning a traditional stronghold of the left. Author -- January 24, 2020 at 05:08AM

Coronavirus: Taobao warns firms not to profit from outbreak

Coronavirus: Taobao warns firms not to profit from outbreak https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Online giant Taobao tells sellers of protective gear not to take advantage of the outbreak. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 04:05PM

Myanmar Rohingya: World court orders prevention of genocide

Myanmar Rohingya: World court orders prevention of genocide https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The decision comes despite Myanmar de facto leader Aung San Suu Kyi's defence arguments. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 03:35PM

Coronavirus: How do you quarantine a city - and does it work?

Coronavirus: How do you quarantine a city - and does it work? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J People in Wuhan are being stopped from leaving - but it may not prevent the virus from spreading. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 03:21PM

British man missing in Ibiza, Foreign Office confirms

British man missing in Ibiza, Foreign Office confirms https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The 25-year-old went for a ride on his motorbike before he disappeared in the Balearic Islands. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 09:54PM

Lyon sign Zimbabwe striker Tino Kadewere

Lyon sign Zimbabwe striker Tino Kadewere https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Lyon sign Zimbabwe striker Tino Kadewere from French rivals Le Have and loan him back to the Ligue 2 side for the rest of the season. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 02:43PM

World leaders gather in Israel for Holocaust forum

World leaders gather in Israel for Holocaust forum https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The event marking the 75th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation will focus on fighting anti-Semitism. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 02:46PM

Meet Vyom - India's first robot 'astronaut'

Meet Vyom - India's first robot 'astronaut' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J India's space agency has unveiled a robot that will travel to space later this year. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 01:44PM

Ivorian Soro passes Celtic medical ahead of transfer

Ivorian Soro passes Celtic medical ahead of transfer https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ismaila Soro passes medical in Israel ahead of his proposed transfer to Celtic from Bnei Yehuda as the midfielder awaits a work permit and international clearance. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 10:24PM

Isabel Dos Santos: Africa's richest woman accused of fraud

Isabel Dos Santos: Africa's richest woman accused of fraud https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Africa's richest woman has been formally accused of embezzlement by her country's prosecutors. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 01:24PM

Juventus 3-1 Roma: Cristiano Ronaldo scores as Juve reach Coppa Italia semi-finals

Juventus 3-1 Roma: Cristiano Ronaldo scores as Juve reach Coppa Italia semi-finals https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 13th goal in his past 10 matches as Juventus beat Roma 3-1 to reach the semi-finals of the Coppa Italia. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 03:48AM

Macron orders Israeli security to 'go outside' at Jerusalem church

Macron orders Israeli security to 'go outside' at Jerusalem church https://ift.tt/eA8V8J French President Emmanuel Macron berates the security for not leaving a Jerusalem basilica. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 10:35PM

Coronavirus: British passenger 'wasn't sure' he could get out of Wuhan'

Coronavirus: British passenger 'wasn't sure' he could get out of Wuhan' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J British passenger describes the journey from the virus-hit Chinese city of Wuhan after the spread of coronavirus. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 01:06PM

Coronavirus: Anxiety rises as Chinese city goes into lockdown

Coronavirus: Anxiety rises as Chinese city goes into lockdown https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Authorities suspend outbound planes, trains and public transport in the city of 11 million people. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 12:08PM

Why Uber Eats couldn't deliver in India

Why Uber Eats couldn't deliver in India https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Why did Uber sell its food delivery service in India to local rival Zomato? Author -- January 23, 2020 at 12:10PM

Australia fires: US crew dead in firefighting plane crash

Australia fires: US crew dead in firefighting plane crash https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The large air tanker went down while tackling a bushfire in southern New South Wales. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 11:00AM

Rohingya crisis: The Gambian who took Aung San Suu Kyi to the world court

Rohingya crisis: The Gambian who took Aung San Suu Kyi to the world court https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Gambian Abubacarr Tambadou has forced the Nobel laureate to defend Myanmar against genocide charges. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 06:29AM

Rohingya crisis: The Gambia who took Aung San Sui Kyi to the world court

Rohingya crisis: The Gambia who took Aung San Sui Kyi to the world court https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Gambian Abubacarr Tambadou has forced the Nobel laureate to defend Myanmar against genocide charges. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 06:29AM

Auschwitz: How death camp became centre of Nazi Holocaust

Auschwitz: How death camp became centre of Nazi Holocaust https://ift.tt/eA8V8J It is 75 years since Soviet Union troops liberated Auschwitz - now marked as Holocaust Memorial Day. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 06:06AM

Wuhan: The London-sized city where virus began

Wuhan: The London-sized city where virus began https://ift.tt/eA8V8J It may not be as famous as Beijing or Shanghai, but Wuhan is a huge city with global connections. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 01:16PM

Three generations join Delhi women's citizenship sit-in

Three generations join Delhi women's citizenship sit-in https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Thousands of women are camping out in a Delhi suburb in protest over a law they see as anti-Muslim. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 05:30AM

Lions and tigers escape circus for vast new home

Lions and tigers escape circus for vast new home https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Seventeen big cats rescued from Guatemalan circuses have moved to a South African wildlife sanctuary. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 05:36AM

Ivory Coast is using plastic waste to build schools

Ivory Coast is using plastic waste to build schools https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The West African country has partnered with UNICEF to transform landfill waste into bricks for schools. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 05:32AM

Yad Vashem: Why Poland won't be attending Holocaust memorial

Yad Vashem: Why Poland won't be attending Holocaust memorial https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Poland's president has snubbed an Israeli event to mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. Author -- January 23, 2020 at 05:16AM

Ghent Altarpiece: Lamb's 'alarmingly humanoid' face surprises art world

Ghent Altarpiece: Lamb's 'alarmingly humanoid' face surprises art world https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A project to restore the Ghent Altarpiece, a 15th Century masterpiece, surprises art critics. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 05:54PM

Storm Gloria: Sea foam engulfs streets of Spanish town

Storm Gloria: Sea foam engulfs streets of Spanish town https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Marine foam brought ashore my Storm Gloria floods streets in Tossa De Mar in Spain. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 05:19PM

'Lost' LS Lowry painting fetches £2.65m at auction

'Lost' LS Lowry painting fetches £2.65m at auction https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The artwork, titled The Mill, Pendlebury, was lost to the art world for more than seven decades. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 02:18PM

Australian Open: Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic into third round

Australian Open: Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic into third round https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic both enjoy comfortable wins to reach the third round of the Australian Open. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 04:42PM

Celtic match to honour 1970 Fraserburgh lifeboat disaster

Celtic match to honour 1970 Fraserburgh lifeboat disaster https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Glasgow side will face Fraserburgh in a special fundraising match 50 years on from the tragedy. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 04:35PM

Holocaust row seethes as leaders gather in Israel

Holocaust row seethes as leaders gather in Israel https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The 75th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation threatens to be overshadowed by recriminations. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 05:42AM

Reinier Jesus: Who is Real Madrid's latest Brazilian starlet?

Reinier Jesus: Who is Real Madrid's latest Brazilian starlet? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Who is the teenage Brazilian playmaker, Reinier Jesus, who has cost Real Madrid £26m? Author -- January 22, 2020 at 02:16PM

Storm Gloria floods major river delta in eastern Spain

Storm Gloria floods major river delta in eastern Spain https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A storm surge ruins rice paddies on Spain's Ebro River and beach resorts are damaged. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 04:33PM

South Korea transgender soldier to sue after landmark dismissal

South Korea transgender soldier to sue after landmark dismissal https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Byun Hui-soo accuses South Korea's military of intolerance after it said she had broken regulations. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 04:21PM

Zindagi Tamasha: Pakistan film suspended after religious uproar

Zindagi Tamasha: Pakistan film suspended after religious uproar https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Officials warned of unrest after an Islamist party objected to the portrayal of a struggling cleric. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 04:11PM

Libya considering CHAN invite

Libya considering CHAN invite https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Libya Football Federation is considering an invite to replace Tunisia at the 2020 African Nations Championship (CHAN) in Cameroon, Author -- January 22, 2020 at 03:21PM

Greece migrant crisis: Islanders strike over crowded camps

Greece migrant crisis: Islanders strike over crowded camps https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Protests take place on Lesbos, Samos and Chios over the handling of people arriving from Turkey. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 03:13PM

Spanish fourth-tier side Manchego deny Mathias Pogba has left

Spanish fourth-tier side Manchego deny Mathias Pogba has left https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Spanish side Manchego deny that Guinea's Mathias Pogba has joined fourth-tier rivals Lorca FC, a club whose starting line-ups are chosen by fans via a smartphone app. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 02:51PM

Australia fires: Malcolm Turnbull accuses Scott Morrison of 'misleading' nation

Australia fires: Malcolm Turnbull accuses Scott Morrison of 'misleading' nation https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Malcolm Turnbull tells the BBC he "cannot explain" Scott Morrison's actions during the crisis. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 11:13AM

New China virus: 'Don't go to Wuhan, don't leave Wuhan'

New China virus: 'Don't go to Wuhan, don't leave Wuhan' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Travellers are advised not to visit the Chinese city from which the new virus originated. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 11:14AM

Australia fires: 'I can't explain Morrison actions'

Australia fires: 'I can't explain Morrison actions' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ex-Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull says Scott Morrison has failed to act like a leader during the crisis. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 11:23AM

Meng Wanzhou 'irreplaceable' to company, says Huawei executive

Meng Wanzhou 'irreplaceable' to company, says Huawei executive https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Huawei CFO is fighting extradition to the US from Canada, where she was arrested in 2018. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 10:57AM

New China virus 'could mutate and spread further'

New China virus 'could mutate and spread further' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Health authorities have confirmed that human-to-human transmission has taken place. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 08:26AM

Earth's oldest asteroid impact 'may have ended ice age'

Earth's oldest asteroid impact 'may have ended ice age' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The 2.2 billion-year-old asteroid impact may explain the end of an ice age, scientists say. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 08:24AM

Risking my life to protect Congo's rainforest

Risking my life to protect Congo's rainforest https://ift.tt/eA8V8J How a conservationist tried to protect Congo's rainforest during the country's civil war Author -- January 22, 2020 at 05:45AM

These glasses are made of something we usually throw away

These glasses are made of something we usually throw away https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Leftovers from a popular drink are collected and used to create these sunglasses Author -- January 22, 2020 at 05:46AM

The Sudanese women breaking taboos by playing football

The Sudanese women breaking taboos by playing football https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Women in Sudan are taking on the patriarchy and challenging social norms. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 05:11AM

China coronavirus: What we know so far

China coronavirus: What we know so far https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The BBC's online health editor explains what we know about the coronavirus. Author -- January 22, 2020 at 05:02AM

Davos: 'Forget about net zero, we need real zero' - Greta Thunberg

Davos: 'Forget about net zero, we need real zero' - Greta Thunberg https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg has addressed world leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Author -- January 21, 2020 at 05:52PM

France apology after history textbook links CIA to 9/11

France apology after history textbook links CIA to 9/11 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The statement aimed at students echoed a debunked conspiracy theory and was spotted by teachers. Author -- January 21, 2020 at 05:35PM

Learning how to live like a Mars colonist

Learning how to live like a Mars colonist https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A project designed to see how humans will cope with the demands of living on Mars has been created. Author -- January 21, 2020 at 04:49PM

Davos: Trump decries climate 'prophets of doom' at World Economic Forum

Davos: Trump decries climate 'prophets of doom' at World Economic Forum https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The US leader attacks environmentalists at the World Economic Forum, which Greta Thunberg is attending. Author -- January 21, 2020 at 05:12PM

Future Forward: Thai opposition party cleared over Illuminati claims

Future Forward: Thai opposition party cleared over Illuminati claims https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A court acquits a major opposition party accused of having links to the mythical secret society. Author -- January 21, 2020 at 04:09PM

Storm Gloria: Deadly squall batters Spain, then shifts to France

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Van Gogh self-portrait is genuine, experts decide

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Disney+ to launch a week earlier than planned in the UK

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Pyjamas in public: Chinese city apologises for 'shaming' residents

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Meng Hongwei: China sentences ex-Interpol chief to 13 years in jail

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Villa sign Tanzania's Samatta for £10m

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Australian Open: Maria Sharapova set to drop out of top 350 after defeat

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New China virus: 'Wash your hands, be honest with your doctors'

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Uber sells its India food delivery business to Zomato

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New China virus: Drug makers soar on contagion fears

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New China virus: Fourth person dies as human-to-human transfer confirmed

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How Nigeria's cricket team 'shocked the world'

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Sri Lanka civil war: Rajapaksa says thousands missing are dead

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Yellow vest protests: Inquiry into police beating video

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Muzaffarpur shelter home: India court convicts 19 in abuse case

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South Africa v England: Tourists win by an innings in Port Elizabeth

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Five killed as boiling water floods Russian hotel

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UK-Africa summit: Wooing Africa after Brexit

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Seven Kings stabbing: Three killed after disturbance

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UK-born children of migrants 'face more prejudice' than foreign migrants

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Australia storms: Huge hail causes chaos in two cities

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Single-use plastic: China to ban bags and other items

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China coronavirus: Number of cases jumps as virus spreads to new cities

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Australia fires: Storms wreak damage but bushfires 'far from over'

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Medical test ordeal for young African migrants in Spain

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Australia fires: Your questions about arson, travel and recovery

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Is China addicted to coal?

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Indonesia dance where men perform as women

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Harry and Meghan: No other option but to step back, says duke

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Trump impeachment: What's Ukraine got to do with it?

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Davos 2020: An overview of the WEF summit in numbers

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India v Australia: Rohit Sharma century leads hosts to ODI series win

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Iran plane crash: Ukrainian victims of jet's downing repatriated

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Isabel dos Santos: Africa's richest woman 'ripped off Angola'

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Peter Mathebula: South Africa's world champion boxer dies

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Comme Des Garçons: Row over white fashion models' cornrow wigs

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New coronavirus 'preventable and controllable', China says

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Facebook blames 'technical issue' for offensive Xi Jinping translation

Facebook blames 'technical issue' for offensive Xi Jinping translation https://ift.tt/eA8V8J President Xi Jinping's name is badly mistranslated into English during his state visit to Myanmar. Author -- January 19, 2020 at 02:46PM

South African rugby: Meet the female players changing the game

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Czech fire: Eight killed at disabled people's home

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Chekhov's Three Sisters gets Nigerian reboot

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Henry Onyekuru: Nigerian cleared to make Galatasaray debut

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Libya civil war: Rivals to join major powers in Germany

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Australia fires: Victoria braces for severe storms

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Australia fires: Have gum trees made the bushfires worse?

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When sexual abuse was called seduction: France confronts its past

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Davos 2020: What is the World Economic Forum and is it elitist?

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Davos 2020: What to expect at the WEF summit

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Orthodox Christians brave an icy dip to mark Epiphany

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Harry and Meghan to lose royal titles

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Libya civil war: UN envoy Salamé says foreign intervention must end

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FBI arrests three more members of right wing extremist group 'The Base'

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Australia fires: Heavy rains hit some blaze-hit regions

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Nepal avalanche: Four South Korean trekkers among missing

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Australian Open 2020: Margaret Court to be 'recognised' - why is she such a divisive figure?

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Spain's Magaluf and Ibiza crack down on alcohol-fuelled holidays

Spain's Magaluf and Ibiza crack down on alcohol-fuelled holidays https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Balearic Islands ban pub crawls and happy hours in popular destinations in Ibiza and Majorca. Author -- January 18, 2020 at 06:16AM

Simpsons actor Hank Azaria says he will no longer voice Apu

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Khagendra Thapa Magar: World’s shortest mobile man dies aged 27

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Countdown clock to illuminate Downing Street on Brexit Day

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Brexit: 'No alignment' with EU on regulation, Javid tells business

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Pakistan two-star general: Farewell to a social media celebrity

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Global Hawk drones: A look at Nato's new spy tool

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In pictures: The sniffer dogs taking on Africa’s poachers

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Australia bushfires: Pollution concerns for tennis tournament

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German foreign office sorry for #SeduceSomeoneInFourWords tweet

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Edinburgh brothers set rowing world records in the Atlantic

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Brexit: There will be no automatic deportation for EU citizens - Verhofstadt

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Collector pays UK-record £1m for rare coin

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Climate change: Can Glasgow go carbon neutral?

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Fake drugs: How bad is Africa’s counterfeit medicine problem?

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Ukraine PM Honcharuk offers to quit in audiotape furore

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What's behind the fight for Libya?

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Never mind Transylvania, Dracula was Irish

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Kenenisa Bekele to take on Eliud Kipchoge at London Marathon 2020

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Australia droughts: ‘Wall of dust’ envelops town

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Mukesh Ambani: Asia's richest man in $13bn ruling boost

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What my great-granddad, Nelson Mandela, would make of 2020 South Africa

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Chinese birth rate falls to lowest since PRC was formed

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China's economic growth hits three-decade low

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Brexit relationship: EU reveals clues ahead of talks with UK

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Ayia Napa false rape claim trial: Briton files appeal against conviction

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'Chinese Restaurant Syndrome' - what is it and is it racist?

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Wu Huayan: Chinese charity accused of withholding donations

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The Indian TikTok star who teaches her followers English

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Serbia migrants: The man offering heat to people rejected by Europe

Serbia migrants: The man offering heat to people rejected by Europe https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A priest tries to ease migrants' winter misery near Hungary's tightly-guarded border. Author -- January 17, 2020 at 05:10AM

Africa's week in pictures: 10-16 January 2020

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What's behind the fight for Libya?

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Syria war: Society leaders hold secret peace summit in Berlin

Syria war: Society leaders hold secret peace summit in Berlin https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Leading figures met this week to overcome the sectarian divides that are tearing their country apart. Author -- January 16, 2020 at 06:10PM

Smog in southern Europe sparks car bans and street protests

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Prince Harry on first royal duty since talks with Queen

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Australia fires: Rain finally falls on some bushfires

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Indians bake the world's 'longest cake'

Indians bake the world's 'longest cake' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Those who were lucky enough to grab a bite say it was 'up to the mark'. Author -- January 16, 2020 at 04:23PM

Violence against women: 'Battered faces' poster campaign appears in Milan

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Belgian held at airport with 20 birds in suitcase

Belgian held at airport with 20 birds in suitcase https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Belgian traveller was trying to smuggle the protected species to Spain, officers say. Author -- January 16, 2020 at 03:13PM

Germany agrees plan to phase out coal power by 2038

Germany agrees plan to phase out coal power by 2038 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The plan to shut down coal-fired power plants involves compensation of €40bn ($45bn; £34bn). Author -- January 16, 2020 at 03:13PM

Climate protesters block Shell's Aberdeen headquarters

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Turkey's Wikipedia ban ends after almost three years

Turkey's Wikipedia ban ends after almost three years https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A top court rules the country's censorship of Wikipedia violated freedom of expression. Author -- January 16, 2020 at 02:52PM

Indian arrested after confessing to murder on TV

Indian arrested after confessing to murder on TV https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The man said he killed his girlfriend because of tensions between their families. Author -- January 16, 2020 at 12:31PM

Hakan Sukur: How former Turkey star ended up in the US as a taxi driver

Hakan Sukur: How former Turkey star ended up in the US as a taxi driver https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Turkish football legend Hakan Sukur now drives taxis and sells books in the US after a rift with President Erdogan Author -- January 15, 2020 at 12:27AM

Kashmir avalanche: Girl rescued after 18 hours buried in snow

Kashmir avalanche: Girl rescued after 18 hours buried in snow https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The 12-year-old said she thought she would die after an avalanche in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. Author -- January 16, 2020 at 12:02PM

Taal: Rescuing animals from a Philippines volcano

Taal: Rescuing animals from a Philippines volcano https://ift.tt/eA8V8J When Taal erupted, Edsel Padres set up an animal shelter in his home to look after pets left behind. Author -- January 16, 2020 at 12:27PM

Why are Chinese fishermen finding so many 'submarine spies'?

Why are Chinese fishermen finding so many 'submarine spies'? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Fisherman are catching foreign 'spy drones' – giving us a rare insight into covert sea surveillance. Author -- January 16, 2020 at 10:40AM

Buddha heirloom returned to Sri Lanka by Hampshire family

Buddha heirloom returned to Sri Lanka by Hampshire family https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Relatives of a Sri Lankan archaeologist return a Buddha relic to a sacred temple 100 years later. Author -- January 16, 2020 at 05:04AM

Grieving Kenyan grandmother calls for better road safety

Grieving Kenyan grandmother calls for better road safety https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Kenyan Mary Wambui's daughter and grandson died after being hit crossing a major highway. Author -- January 16, 2020 at 05:59AM

Dong Tam village: Anger in Vietnam over deadly 'land grab' raid

Dong Tam village: Anger in Vietnam over deadly 'land grab' raid https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Three police officers and a villager died when a long-running land dispute turned violent. Author -- January 16, 2020 at 05:37AM

Hip-hop artist: 'I'm called Satan when I rap'

Hip-hop artist: 'I'm called Satan when I rap' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J "Mina the Veiled" is a Senegalese hip-hop artist who is often mocked because of her passion for rap. Author -- January 16, 2020 at 05:18AM

In pictures: Tokyo at night

In pictures: Tokyo at night https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Liam Wong's dramatic pictures of night-time Tokyo. Author -- January 16, 2020 at 05:09AM

Buddha heirloom returned to Sri Lanka by Hampshire family

US and China sign 'phase one' deal

US and China sign 'phase one' deal https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mr Trump has hailed the deal as a "momentous step", but the majority of tariffs will remain in place. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 11:18PM

Vatican appoints first woman to senior role in Church

Vatican appoints first woman to senior role in Church https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Francesca Di Giovanni has been hired in the Secretariat of State and will co-ordinate with the UN. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 07:28PM

Swansea charity worker who fled DR Congo wins asylum fight

Swansea charity worker who fled DR Congo wins asylum fight https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Thousands signed a petition to stop Otis Bolamu from being deported in December 2018. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 03:32AM

2021 Africa Cup of Nations: Cameroon FA announce change of dates

2021 Africa Cup of Nations: Cameroon FA announce change of dates https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Cameroon Football Federation announces that the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations will kick off in January due to the weather conditions. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 07:48PM

Russian government resigns as Putin plans future

Russian government resigns as Putin plans future https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The move came after President Vladimir Putin announced plans to change the constitution. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 07:24PM

Russia's Putin seeks to stimulate birth rate

Russia's Putin seeks to stimulate birth rate https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Russia's president announces a series of measures including benefit payments for new mothers. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 04:30PM

Biafra 50 years on: A grandmother's perspective on the war

Biafra 50 years on: A grandmother's perspective on the war https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Caroline talks to her granddaughter about living through the Biafran conflict, 50 years on. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 03:35PM

Kashmir gets partial internet but no social media

Kashmir gets partial internet but no social media https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Indian government is easing the blackout after a court order, but severe restrictions remain. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 03:11PM

Zaira Wasim: Man jailed for molesting former Bollywood actress

Zaira Wasim: Man jailed for molesting former Bollywood actress https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Indian businessman has been sentenced to three years in prison for molesting Zara Wasim in 2017. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 03:38PM

South Africa: 'When I'm surfing, I feel like everything is possible'

South Africa: 'When I'm surfing, I feel like everything is possible' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mental health is an important topic for young people worldwide. In South Africa, one way young people are coping is with surfing. Author -- January 14, 2020 at 10:11PM

Amazon in India: Jeff Bezos announces $1bn Indian investment

Amazon in India: Jeff Bezos announces $1bn Indian investment https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The billionaire's visit to India is expected to be marred by protests by small business owners. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 01:00PM

Deadly blast at chemical plant in Tarragona, Spain

Deadly blast at chemical plant in Tarragona, Spain https://ift.tt/eA8V8J At least one person is killed and several injured, as local residents are urged to stay indoors. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 05:10AM

Person 'behind video' of downed Ukraine plane held

Person 'behind video' of downed Ukraine plane held https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The person detained is believed to be facing charges relating to national security. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 03:22AM

Remembering Nigeria's Biafra war that many prefer to forget

Remembering Nigeria's Biafra war that many prefer to forget https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Fifty years from the end of Nigeria's civil war three people on the losing side reflect on its impact. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 06:05AM

India police probe death of newborn 'mauled by dog' in hospital

India police probe death of newborn 'mauled by dog' in hospital https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Indian hospital says the baby was stillborn. But the parents allege the dog killed the infant. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 11:43AM

Liang Jun: China's first female tractor driver, and national icon, dies

Liang Jun: China's first female tractor driver, and national icon, dies https://ift.tt/eA8V8J At 18, Liang Jun became China's first female tractor driver - and eventually a national icon. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 10:40AM

Strongman Putin stokes patriotism in small-town Russia

Strongman Putin stokes patriotism in small-town Russia https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Nationalism, patriotism and poverty on show in the Russian town of Kolomna. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 06:02AM

Iran chess ref Shohreh Bayat fears returning home over hijab row

Iran chess ref Shohreh Bayat fears returning home over hijab row https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Shohreh Bayat, 32, has caused controversy after appearing in photographs without a headscarf. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 10:32AM

Australia fires: Family blames teenager’s death on bushfire smoke

Australia fires: Family blames teenager’s death on bushfire smoke https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Courtney Partridge-McLennan suffered a suspected asthma attack in her fire-ravaged town in Australia. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 09:57AM

Kem Sokha: Journalists turned away from Cambodia treason trial

Kem Sokha: Journalists turned away from Cambodia treason trial https://ift.tt/eA8V8J At least two journalists were told the court was full as the highly controversial trial is set to start. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 06:36AM

BTS art project includes balloons and scribbles

BTS art project includes balloons and scribbles https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The K-pop band are joining forces with leading artists including Antony Gormley and Tomás Saraceno. Author -- January 14, 2020 at 09:12PM

Student rape reports: The battle to be believed

Student rape reports: The battle to be believed https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Women who report violent sexual assaults at university say the perpetrators are getting away with it. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 05:19AM

The Indian small-town shop owner who became a TikTok star

The Indian small-town shop owner who became a TikTok star https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Sumit Jain from India has discovered TikTok fame thanks to his singing and dancing skills. Author -- January 15, 2020 at 05:16AM

Wuhan pneumonia outbreak: First case reported outside China

Wuhan pneumonia outbreak: First case reported outside China https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The outbreak of the virus, which is from the same family as Sars, began in Wuhan in December. Author -- January 14, 2020 at 05:28PM

French film director Christophe Ruggia arrested over abuse claims

French film director Christophe Ruggia arrested over abuse claims https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Christophe Ruggia is held over allegations of sexual harassment made by actress Adèle Haenel. Author -- January 14, 2020 at 04:34PM

Irish general election to be held on 8 February

Irish general election to be held on 8 February https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Taoiseach Leo Varadkar is expected to dissolve the Dáil (Irish parliament) later today. Author -- January 14, 2020 at 04:59PM

Iran nuclear deal: European powers triggered dispute mechanism

Iran nuclear deal: European powers triggered dispute mechanism https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Fears for future of 2015 accord grow as the UK, France, Germany complain of repeated violations. Author -- January 14, 2020 at 04:36PM

NikkieTutorials: Beauty YouTuber reveals she is transgender

NikkieTutorials: Beauty YouTuber reveals she is transgender https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Make-up guru NikkieTutorials releases an emotional video explaining she transitioned as a teenager. Author -- January 14, 2020 at 03:55PM

Spike Lee becomes first black Cannes jury head

Spike Lee becomes first black Cannes jury head https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The cult filmmaker of Do the Right Thing says he's "shocked, happy, surprised and proud". Author -- January 14, 2020 at 03:34PM

Libya conflict: Haftar 'leaves' Moscow ceasefire talks without deal

Libya conflict: Haftar 'leaves' Moscow ceasefire talks without deal https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The ceasefire talks were aimed at ending months of deadly fighting around the Libyan capital. Author -- January 14, 2020 at 03:16PM

Iran plane downing: 'Several people detained' for shooting down airliner

Iran plane downing: 'Several people detained' for shooting down airliner https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The detentions came as part of an investigation into the incident which killed all 176 people on board. Author -- January 14, 2020 at 03:01PM

Australia fires: Players struggle with poor air quality at Australian Open