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Covid-19: England faces four-week lockdown restrictions https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The move has sparked anger among Tory MPs, with one saying the PM was "pressurised" by scientists. Author -- November 01, 2020 at 10:04AM

How the controversial Nile dam might fix Sudan's floods

How the controversial Nile dam might fix Sudan's floods https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Egypt and Ethiopia are at loggerheads over the mega dam, with Sudan literally stuck in the middle. Author -- November 01, 2020 at 06:03AM

India couple bullied for intimate wedding photoshoot

India couple bullied for intimate wedding photoshoot https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Indian couple trolled for intimate post-wedding photoshoot refuses to give in to bullies. Author -- November 01, 2020 at 05:53AM

Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: Human cost of two nations fighting for 'Motherland'

Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: Human cost of two nations fighting for 'Motherland' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The stories of families who have lost sons in the latest territorial war over Nagorno-Karabakh. Author -- November 01, 2020 at 05:50AM

Belarus protests: The turtle 'anthem' protesters sing in Belarus

Belarus protests: The turtle 'anthem' protesters sing in Belarus https://ift.tt/eA8V8J How music has featured prominently in the protests calling for President Lukashenko to step down. Author -- November 01, 2020 at 05:01AM

The Miraculous Love Kids: Street kids changing their lives with guitars

The Miraculous Love Kids: Street kids changing their lives with guitars https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson is just one star who's recorded with a group of girls from Afghanistan. Author -- November 01, 2020 at 05:02AM

Covid-19: Austria and Portugal announce restrictions

Covid-19: Austria and Portugal announce restrictions https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A number of European countries are enforcing new measures as cases continue to rise. Author -- November 01, 2020 at 03:55AM

Macron 'can understand' Muslims' Muhammad cartoons shock

Macron 'can understand' Muslims' Muhammad cartoons shock https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The French president adds that he cannot accept that depicting the Prophet Muhammad justifies violence. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 11:28PM

Marius Zaliukas: Former Hearts & Rangers defender dead at age of 36

Marius Zaliukas: Former Hearts & Rangers defender dead at age of 36 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Former Hearts and Rangers defender Marius Zaliukas has died at the age of 36, the Lithuanian Football Federation has confirmed. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 10:58PM

Turkey earthquake: Search for survivors continues

Turkey earthquake: Search for survivors continues https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Rescuers workers have pulled people from the rubble in Izmir after Friday's powerful earthquake. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 10:33PM

Lyon attack: 'Orthodox priest wounded in shooting'

Lyon attack: 'Orthodox priest wounded in shooting' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Interior Ministry says a serious incident is under way in the French city. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 09:42PM

Niger: American hostage rescued by US special forces

Niger: American hostage rescued by US special forces https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Philip Walton, an American citizen, was abducted from a village in Niger by armed men on Monday. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 07:55PM

Typhoon Goni: Philippines braced for year's most powerful storm

Typhoon Goni: Philippines braced for year's most powerful storm https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Torrential rain and 215kph winds are expected to hit the main island of Luzon on Sunday. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 07:59PM

Sean Connery: James Bond actor dies aged 90

Sean Connery: James Bond actor dies aged 90 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J He was the first to bring James Bond to the big screen and played the role seven times. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 06:40PM

Obituary: Sir Sean Connery

Obituary: Sir Sean Connery https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Sir Sean Connery left school at 13 and delivered milk, polished coffins and laid bricks. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 05:26PM

Coronavirus: Hungary and Poland see record cases

Coronavirus: Hungary and Poland see record cases https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Hungary and Poland are the latest countries to see record cases, as Europe grapples with a second wave. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 05:47PM

The hours that led to Huawei boss Meng Wanzhou's arrest

The hours that led to Huawei boss Meng Wanzhou's arrest https://ift.tt/eA8V8J More details emerge as a legal battle over the extradition of Meng Wanzhou continues in Canada. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 05:21PM

Tanzania elections: Main opposition parties demand fresh vote

Tanzania elections: Main opposition parties demand fresh vote https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Opposition calls for mass protests after denouncing last week's presidential election as fraudulent. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 04:34PM

US Elections: Athletes of African heritage are hoping to inspire their fans to vote

US Elections: Athletes of African heritage are hoping to inspire their fans to vote https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Athletes of African heritage based in the United States, are hoping to inspire their fans to vote in the US elections. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 03:08PM

Indian doctor duped into buying 'Aladdin's lamp' for $41,500

Indian doctor duped into buying 'Aladdin's lamp' for $41,500 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The alleged con artists said the lamp would make him rich, and pretended to conjure spirits from the lamp. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 02:57PM

Turkey-Greece quake: Search for survivors under rubble

Turkey-Greece quake: Search for survivors under rubble https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Rescue workers hunt through collapsed buildings in the city of Izmir after Friday's deadly quake. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 02:18PM

Ivory Coast elections: Voters go to the polls amid opposition boycott

Ivory Coast elections: Voters go to the polls amid opposition boycott https://ift.tt/eA8V8J President Alassane Ouattara is running for a third term which his opponents say is illegal. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 10:06AM

US election 2020: The Asians who are rooting for Trump to win

US election 2020: The Asians who are rooting for Trump to win https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Some people in Asia see Donald Trump as their man to stand up to China - and nervously hope he'll be re-elected. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 06:31AM

The Kashmir journalists 'harassed' and 'questioned' for doing their job

The Kashmir journalists 'harassed' and 'questioned' for doing their job https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The BBC speaks to journalists in the region who say doing their job has become increasingly difficult. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 06:05AM

Far from home, Rohingya refugees face a new peril on a remote island

Far from home, Rohingya refugees face a new peril on a remote island https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Bangladesh has begun relocating hundreds of refugees to a small remote island, against their will. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 05:46AM

Coronavirus: Slovakia holds national test but president calls for delay

Coronavirus: Slovakia holds national test but president calls for delay https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Everyone in Slovakia over the age of 10 is to be tested for Covid - but the president is sceptical. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 05:24AM

Covid: Belgium announces return to national lockdown

Covid: Belgium announces return to national lockdown https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Non-essential shops will close until mid-December to help curb the highest infection rate in Europe. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 05:28AM

Berlin airport opens... 10 years late

Berlin airport opens... 10 years late https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Berlin's new airport is finally opening to the public, 10 years behind schedule and billions over budget. Author -- October 31, 2020 at 05:02AM

Scared but socially distant in a Tokyo 'haunted house'

Scared but socially distant in a Tokyo 'haunted house' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Could this zombie-inspired experience be for people who want to be frightened but be Covid-19 safe? Author -- October 31, 2020 at 05:00AM

Westgate attack: Two jailed over Kenyan shopping mall attack

Westgate attack: Two jailed over Kenyan shopping mall attack https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The men are sentenced to 18 and 33 years for helping the attackers of Nairobi's Westgate complex. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 07:50PM

Boxer Ramla Ali eyes glory on eve of pro debut

Boxer Ramla Ali eyes glory on eve of pro debut https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ramla Ali begins a professional boxing career on Saturday which the former refugee hopes will take her to both world and Olympic glory. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 07:01PM

Caf President Ahmad hospitalised after contracting Covid-19

Caf President Ahmad hospitalised after contracting Covid-19 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Confederation of African Football president Ahmad is to spend the next five days in a Cairo hospital after contracting coronavirus. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 06:45PM

Ivory Coast Election: Will there be a boycott?

Ivory Coast Election: Will there be a boycott? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ivorian President Ouattara’s decision to run for a third term has caused protests, while the opposition is calling for a boycott. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 06:43PM

Qatar to prosecute officials over forced exams of women at airport

Qatar to prosecute officials over forced exams of women at airport https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The government says procedures were violated when travellers were subjected to invasive searches. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 05:42PM

Earthquake in the Aegean rattles Greece and Turkey

Earthquake in the Aegean rattles Greece and Turkey https://ift.tt/eA8V8J An earthquake has struck off Turkey's Aegean coast, north of the Greek island of Samos, officials say. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 05:51PM

Nice attack: 'Such friendly faces' - city in shock after murders

Nice attack: 'Such friendly faces' - city in shock after murders https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Colleagues and neighbours pay tribute to the three victims of Thursday's attack at Notre-Dame basilica. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 05:55PM

Covid: France returns to lockdown amid new surge

Covid: France returns to lockdown amid new surge https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The new national lockdown aims to tackle a sharp rise in infections and ease pressure on hospitals. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 04:53PM

France attack: Nice in mourning after deadly church stabbings

France attack: Nice in mourning after deadly church stabbings https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Security across France tightens after a suspected Islamist militant stabs three people to death. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 02:52PM

Taiwan's military includes same-sex couples in wedding for first time

Taiwan's military includes same-sex couples in wedding for first time https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Taiwanese military says their inclusion shows its "enlightened [and] progressive" attitude. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 12:47PM

Covid: The 400,000 seafarers who can't go home

Covid: The 400,000 seafarers who can't go home https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Unions say Covid has in effect trapped thousands of seafarers on ships - waiting to go home. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 12:25PM

Maradona at 60: In search of the real Diego - Guillem Balague column

Maradona at 60: In search of the real Diego - Guillem Balague column https://ift.tt/eA8V8J As Diego Maradona turns 60, his biographer Guillem Balague reflects on the rise and fall of a maverick who became one of football's greats. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 05:01AM

Dogs are humans' oldest companions, DNA shows

Dogs are humans' oldest companions, DNA shows https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A study of dog DNA patterns shows that our "best friend" among animals is also our oldest one. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 12:58AM

Bushfire inquiry says Australia must prepare for 'alarming outlook'

Bushfire inquiry says Australia must prepare for 'alarming outlook' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A long-awaited report into Australia's bushfires warns of an "alarming" outlook in future decades. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 09:18AM

SpiceJet: Indian airline turns to seaplanes to boost travel

SpiceJet: Indian airline turns to seaplanes to boost travel https://ift.tt/eA8V8J SpiceJet will fly the aircraft to the site of the world's tallest statue among its new routes. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 07:42AM

New Zealand euthanasia: Assisted dying to be legal for terminally ill people

New Zealand euthanasia: Assisted dying to be legal for terminally ill people https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Early referendum results show 65.2% voted "yes" to enforcing a law allowing assisted dying. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 07:05AM

How a demon slaying film is drawing Japan back to the cinemas

How a demon slaying film is drawing Japan back to the cinemas https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The film is so popular it has broken a box office record held by animated classic Spirited Away. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 07:13AM

Covid-19: Record traffic out of Paris as second French lockdown begins

Covid-19: Record traffic out of Paris as second French lockdown begins https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Jams stretched more than 430 miles (700km) in total just hours before new measures came into force. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 05:55AM

Oil firm whistleblower trapped in Croatian holiday hell

Oil firm whistleblower trapped in Croatian holiday hell https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A British lawyer exposed huge oil industry corruption - and now Monaco wants him extradited. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 06:27AM

Africa's week in pictures: 23 - 29 October 2020

Africa's week in pictures: 23 - 29 October 2020 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 06:48AM

Armenians on the front line in Nagorno-Karabakh

Armenians on the front line in Nagorno-Karabakh https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Armenian mothers fear for sons on the front line in Nagorno-Karabakh as both sides suffer heavy casualties. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 05:48AM

Coronavirus hardship in Mexico, Nigeria and Bangladesh

Coronavirus hardship in Mexico, Nigeria and Bangladesh https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Three people from around the world who lost their jobs during the pandemic explain how it has affected their lives. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 05:02AM

Indian brands reckon with a new challenge: hate

Indian brands reckon with a new challenge: hate https://ift.tt/eA8V8J It's an unusual moment for India's corporate culture, which has shied away from political activism. Author -- October 30, 2020 at 05:23AM

Covid: Macron promises solidarity for new French lockdown

Covid: Macron promises solidarity for new French lockdown https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Schools and universities will remain open as France goes into lockdown for the whole of November. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 03:11AM

Covid-19: Altnagelvin staff at the front line 'exhausted and emotional'

Covid-19: Altnagelvin staff at the front line 'exhausted and emotional' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Nurses and doctors treating Covid-19 at Altnagelvin Hospital say they're stretched to the limit. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 12:43PM

Nice attack: Mayor says deadly stabbing points to terrorism

Nice attack: Mayor says deadly stabbing points to terrorism https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The mayor of Nice says one person has been arrested after the attack at the Notre-Dame basilica. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 02:48PM

Rhodes parasailing accident: Two British teenagers die and one injured

Rhodes parasailing accident: Two British teenagers die and one injured https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A boy, 15, was also injured when the rope holding their parachute snapped, the Greek coastguard says. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 07:40AM

MPs and peers in UK demand Russia interference probe

MPs and peers in UK demand Russia interference probe https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A cross-party group starts legal action, claiming ministers failed to protect UK democracy. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 11:00AM

Channel migrants: Kurdish-Iranian family died after boat sank

Channel migrants: Kurdish-Iranian family died after boat sank https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Relatives are "desperate" for news of the youngest child, a baby, after a boat bound for the UK sank. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 01:51AM

Juventus 0-2 Barcelona: Win is best response to club turmoil, says Sergi Roberto

Juventus 0-2 Barcelona: Win is best response to club turmoil, says Sergi Roberto https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Barcelona provided "the best response" to the turmoil off the pitch by convincingly beating Juventus in the Champions League, says midfielder Sergio Roberto. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 03:49AM

Stock markets sink amid alarm at Covid surge

Stock markets sink amid alarm at Covid surge https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Financial markets in the US and Europe fall as concerns rise about the coronavirus impact on economic growth. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 01:21AM

Borussia Dortmund 2-0 Zenit St Petersburg: Jadon Sancho and Erling Haaland score

Borussia Dortmund 2-0 Zenit St Petersburg: Jadon Sancho and Erling Haaland score https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Jadon Sancho scores a late penalty to give Borussia Dortmund their first win of the Champions League season. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 03:07AM

Covid: Lockdowns return as Europe confronts second wave

Covid: Lockdowns return as Europe confronts second wave https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Two of the continent's biggest economies impose strict restrictions amid dire warnings over Covid-19. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 10:50AM

Coronavirus: Remote Marshall Islands records first cases

Coronavirus: Remote Marshall Islands records first cases https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Marshall Islands was one of the few places free of Covid-19 until two US arrivals tested positive. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 09:42AM

Tony Chung: Hong Kong activist detained near US embassy charged

Tony Chung: Hong Kong activist detained near US embassy charged https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Tony Chung was detained as he reportedly planned to claim asylum at the US consulate. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 09:25AM

Adriana Rivas: Pinochet-era kidnap suspect 'eligible for extradition'

Adriana Rivas: Pinochet-era kidnap suspect 'eligible for extradition' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Chilean woman Adriana Rivas was allegedly involved in seven kidnappings before moving to Australia. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 09:12AM

Samsung posts highest-ever quarterly revenue

Samsung posts highest-ever quarterly revenue https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The tech giant's business was likely boosted by US sanctions against its Chinese rival Huawei. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 07:20AM

Old men, chocolate and Ivory Coast's bitter election

Old men, chocolate and Ivory Coast's bitter election https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The president's U-turn over a third-term bid has opened up wounds in a country with a history of civil wars. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 05:49AM

Muttiah Muralitharan on the 'challenge' of his disputed biopic

Muttiah Muralitharan on the 'challenge' of his disputed biopic https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A planned biopic of Sri Lanka bowler Muttiah Muralitharan has drawn protests but he insists it will air. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 05:29AM

Al-Qaeda still 'heavily embedded' within Taliban in Afghanistan, UN official warns

Al-Qaeda still 'heavily embedded' within Taliban in Afghanistan, UN official warns https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A senior UN official says the Taliban is still tied to al-Qaeda in Afghanistan, in spite of US deal. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 05:35AM

Climate change: China's forest carbon uptake 'underestimated'

Climate change: China's forest carbon uptake 'underestimated' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Scientists put new numbers of Chinese trees' ability to pull carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 09:06PM

FBI charges 'Chinese agents who coerced dissidents'

FBI charges 'Chinese agents who coerced dissidents' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The "agents" are accused of trying to force opponents of the Communist Party to return to China. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 10:23PM

Typhoon Molave batters Vietnamese coast

Typhoon Molave batters Vietnamese coast https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The storm hit Vietnam's central coastline on Wednesday, leaving at least two people dead. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 07:15PM

How US and China's break-up could affect the world

How US and China's break-up could affect the world https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The BBC's Zhaoyin Feng investigates the rivalry between the two superpowers. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 01:50AM

Mali Radisson Blu attack: Two Islamists sentenced to death

Mali Radisson Blu attack: Two Islamists sentenced to death https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Two Islamists are convicted of carrying out two attacks targeting foreigners, in which 25 people died. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 05:05AM

End Sars protests: 'I felt I was going to die there'

End Sars protests: 'I felt I was going to die there' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ephraim, a British-Nigerian activist at the heart of the End Sars protests in Lagos, talks about what he saw. Author -- October 29, 2020 at 05:05AM

Poland abortion ruling sparks 'women's strike'

Poland abortion ruling sparks 'women's strike' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Anger over a court's near-total ban continues as the ruling party says there is no turning back. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 03:08PM

Turkey vows legal action over Erdogan cartoon

Turkey vows legal action over Erdogan cartoon https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The cartoon showing the president lifting the skirt of a veiled woman was printed in Charlie Hebdo. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 03:51PM

South Africa Rugby investigating after player dies at illegal tournament

South Africa Rugby investigating after player dies at illegal tournament https://ift.tt/eA8V8J South Africa Rugby is investigating after a player died at a tournament - despite the amateur game still being suspended in the country because of the coronavirus pandemic. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 02:33PM

Coronavirus: South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa self-quarantines

Coronavirus: South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa self-quarantines https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A guest at a dinner the president attended later tested positive for coronavirus. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 02:32PM

Great Barrier Reef: Scientists find reef taller than Empire State Building

Great Barrier Reef: Scientists find reef taller than Empire State Building https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Standing 500m (1,640ft) tall, the "blade-like" reef was found off Australia's far north. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 01:24PM

Comic Relief will stop sending celebrities to Africa

Comic Relief will stop sending celebrities to Africa https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The charity will also stop using images of starving people or ill children in its fundraising show. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 01:11PM

Coronavirus: What's happening to the numbers in Africa?

Coronavirus: What's happening to the numbers in Africa? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J There's been a rise recently in cases and deaths in some areas, but is this a longer-term trend? Author -- October 27, 2020 at 07:36PM

Ankhi Das: Facebook India's policy head quits amid hate speech row

Ankhi Das: Facebook India's policy head quits amid hate speech row https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ankhi Das was at the centre of allegations that Facebook allowed anti-Muslim posts by BJP supporters. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 12:15PM

Melbourne cheers end of Australia's strictest lockdown

Melbourne cheers end of Australia's strictest lockdown https://ift.tt/eA8V8J After months of restrictions, Melbourne's bars, restaurants and shops are finally open again. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 01:06PM

Channel migrants: Deaths should be 'a wake-up call' for those in power

Channel migrants: Deaths should be 'a wake-up call' for those in power https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Charities call for a legal route for refugees to reach the UK, after four die crossing the Channel. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 12:12PM

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu resigns

Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu resigns https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu resigns but says he has accepted proposals for the club to join a European Super League. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 02:44AM

Borussia Monchengladbach 2-2 Real Madrid: Real score two late goals to snatch draw

Borussia Monchengladbach 2-2 Real Madrid: Real score two late goals to snatch draw https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Real Madrid score two late goals to snatch a dramatic Champions League draw against Borussia Monchengladbach in Germany. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 04:39AM

Aston Martin: Mercedes to take 20% stake in luxury brand

Aston Martin: Mercedes to take 20% stake in luxury brand https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The German company will also provide the struggling British luxury marque with electric car technology. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 01:25AM

Brexit: Irish Sea Border to affect plant and seed imports

Brexit: Irish Sea Border to affect plant and seed imports https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Some plant products from GB-NI will be subject to new inspections, new paperwork and new costs. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 11:16PM

Oscar Pistorius: BBC removes documentary trailer after backlash

Oscar Pistorius: BBC removes documentary trailer after backlash https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Twitter users criticised the BBC because the trailer did not name his murder victim Reeva Steenkamp. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 10:47PM

Polls open in Tanzania's general election

Polls open in Tanzania's general election https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Voting begins amid nationwide reports of social media restrictions, plus violence in Zanzibar. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 09:02AM

TikTok shrugs off Trump attack with expansion plans

TikTok shrugs off Trump attack with expansion plans https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Chinese-owned app is tying up with Shopify to create video ads and hiring thousands of engineers. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 08:53AM

Police officer raiding illegal cockfight gets killed by rooster

Police officer raiding illegal cockfight gets killed by rooster https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Lt Christine Bolok was struck by a gaffed rooster on his left thigh, slicing his femoral artery. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 09:07AM

Essex lorry deaths: Driver's 999 call played in court

Essex lorry deaths: Driver's 999 call played in court https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Maurice Robinson reported finding "loads" of unconscious people in his trailer, the Old Bailey hears. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 01:30AM

Seychelles elections: How a priest rose to become president

Seychelles elections: How a priest rose to become president https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Wavel Ramkalawan brings his party in from 43 years in opposition to lead the island nation. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 05:13AM

US election: The Taiwan-sized challenge facing the next US president

US election: The Taiwan-sized challenge facing the next US president https://ift.tt/eA8V8J China's ambition to retake Taiwan - possibly by force - could become a major flashpoint with the US. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 05:03AM

'Invasive' exams affected women from 10 flights says Australia

'Invasive' exams affected women from 10 flights says Australia https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The female passengers were searched without consent in Qatar after an abandoned baby was found Author -- October 28, 2020 at 04:47AM

Surviving a week in Afghanistan

Surviving a week in Afghanistan https://ift.tt/eA8V8J One violent week in a long war. Here are some of those who died and those who survived. Author -- October 28, 2020 at 05:07AM

Hong Kong activist Tony Chung detained near US consulate

Hong Kong activist Tony Chung detained near US consulate https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Tony Chung was at a coffee shop near the embassy when he was carried out by plain-clothed officers. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 08:18PM

Alleged planner of Mali Radisson Blu hotel attack goes on trial

Alleged planner of Mali Radisson Blu hotel attack goes on trial https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The militants are standing trial on charges of planning and executing two attacks targeting foreigners. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 08:00PM

Nigeria police brutality inquiry hears graphic testimony

Nigeria police brutality inquiry hears graphic testimony https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The panel looking into police brutality heard from a victim who said he was beaten and tortured. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 07:22PM

Huge Bangladesh rally calls for boycott of French products

Huge Bangladesh rally calls for boycott of French products https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Marchers burn an effigy of Emmanuel Macron in anger at his defence of cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 06:10PM

Turkish lira sinks amid Erdogan fury with allies

Turkish lira sinks amid Erdogan fury with allies https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The lira hits a record low against the dollar amid jitters over Turkish regional ambitions. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 05:17PM

Coronavirus: Russia steps up restrictions as infections surge

Coronavirus: Russia steps up restrictions as infections surge https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Masks must be worn in all public areas and bars and restaurants should close overnight, officials say. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 04:34PM

Belgium's ex-king meets daughter after paternity battle

Belgium's ex-king meets daughter after paternity battle https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Princess Delphine is the child of an 18-year affair Albert had with a baroness before he was king. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 04:38PM

Tanzania election: Zanzibar presidential candidate 'arrested trying to vote'

Tanzania election: Zanzibar presidential candidate 'arrested trying to vote' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Maalim Seif Sharif's party says he was detained at a polling station but police have not commented. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 03:45PM

Coronavirus in Africa: Why I breastfed my child despite having Covid-19

Coronavirus in Africa: Why I breastfed my child despite having Covid-19 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Faith Kariuki breastfed her five-month-old child whilst Covid-19 positive. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 04:31PM

Aisha Yesufu: 'End Sars is a fight for the next generation of Nigerians'

Aisha Yesufu: 'End Sars is a fight for the next generation of Nigerians' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Renowned activist Aisha Yesufu on why the anti-Sars protests in Nigeria are a turning point for youth. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 03:29PM

US-India 2+2: Crucial defence deal signed

US-India 2+2: Crucial defence deal signed https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Stronger India-US ties are aimed at countering China's influence in the region, experts say. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 02:20PM

Kazakhstan adopts Borat phrase for tourism campaign

Kazakhstan adopts Borat phrase for tourism campaign https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The film initially caused outrage - but now the tourism board sees it as the perfect marketing tool. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 03:25PM

Viral photo sparks concerns about Indonesia's 'Jurassic Park'

Viral photo sparks concerns about Indonesia's 'Jurassic Park' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The viral image has raised questions about the conservational impact on the animal native to Indonesia. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 12:05PM

County Cork: Father and sons dead after shooting

County Cork: Father and sons dead after shooting https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The bodies of a man in his 50s and two men in their 20s are found at a property in Kanturk. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 03:43AM

Pakistan blast: At least four dead in Peshawar school attack

Pakistan blast: At least four dead in Peshawar school attack https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dozens of others were injured in the attack during a class in the city of Peshawar, police said. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 10:20AM

HSBC to accelerate restructure plan to slash costs

HSBC to accelerate restructure plan to slash costs https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The bank is yet to say if it will shed more jobs beyond the 35,000 it flagged earlier this year. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 10:05AM

Covid: Protests erupt across Italy over anti-virus measures

Covid: Protests erupt across Italy over anti-virus measures https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Police clashed with demonstrators in Milan, Turin and Naples shortly after new rules came into force. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 09:09AM

Djab Wurrung tree: Anger over sacred Aboriginal tree bulldozed for highway

Djab Wurrung tree: Anger over sacred Aboriginal tree bulldozed for highway https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Aboriginal Australians condemn the destruction of the tree, which holds particular importance to women. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 08:00AM

Qian Xuesen: The scientist deported from the US who helped China into space

Qian Xuesen: The scientist deported from the US who helped China into space https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A Chinese rocket scientist helped two superpowers reach the moon, but his story is remembered in only one of them. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 05:41AM

The inventor inspired by wanting to keep his daughter safe

The inventor inspired by wanting to keep his daughter safe https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Kim Kyeong Yeon developed his virus-destroying machine after his child injured herself. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 05:06AM

France targets radical Islam amid row with Turkey

France targets radical Islam amid row with Turkey https://ift.tt/eA8V8J President Macron's crackdown on Islamists causes political waves at home and abroad. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 05:42AM

Trump and Africa: How Ethiopia was 'betrayed' over Nile dam

Trump and Africa: How Ethiopia was 'betrayed' over Nile dam https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The US president has sided with Egypt in the escalating dispute over a mega dam, analysts say. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 05:44AM

India's first 'saviour sibling' cures brother of fatal illness

India's first 'saviour sibling' cures brother of fatal illness https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Her birth has also led to a debate about the ethics of using technology to create a child. Author -- October 27, 2020 at 05:04AM

Pakistan's first metro line opens to passengers in Lahore

Pakistan's first metro line opens to passengers in Lahore https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Chinese-built Orange Line will cut journey times across the notoriously congested city. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 08:46PM

Jack Ma's Ant Group set for record $34bn stock market listing

Jack Ma's Ant Group set for record $34bn stock market listing https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Chinese firm is set for the biggest public share offering ever, eclipsing Saudi Aramco's $29bn flotation. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 07:44PM

Covid-19: How the Czech Republic's response went wrong

Covid-19: How the Czech Republic's response went wrong https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Praised for its initial response to the pandemic, the Czech Republic is now preparing for the worst. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 06:52PM

Therapy patients blackmailed for cash after clinic data breach

Therapy patients blackmailed for cash after clinic data breach https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Stolen data appears to have included personal identification records and notes about therapy sessions. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 05:44PM

Syria war: 'Russian air strikes kill dozens' in Idlib

Syria war: 'Russian air strikes kill dozens' in Idlib https://ift.tt/eA8V8J More than 50 people reportedly die in the attack, which puts at risk a ceasefire in the area. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 06:24PM

Turkey's Erdogan urges boycott of French goods

Turkey's Erdogan urges boycott of French goods https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ties between Turkey and France worsen in a row over secular values and radical Islam. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 06:21PM

Historian Frankopan: Widespread disease is not new

Historian Frankopan: Widespread disease is not new https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The historian says the response to the coronavirus crisis has been confused in the West. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 04:22PM

Booker Prize: Ethiopian writer Maaza Mengiste on The Shadow King

Booker Prize: Ethiopian writer Maaza Mengiste on The Shadow King https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ethiopian writer Maaza Mengiste has been shortlisted for the Booker Prize for her book, The Shadow King. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 05:23PM

Covid: Italy brings in sweeping new coronavirus measures

Covid: Italy brings in sweeping new coronavirus measures https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Gyms, pools, cinemas and theatres are closed, while restaurants and bars cut short their table service. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 04:28PM

Climate change: 'Dangerous and dirty' used cars sold to Africa

Climate change: 'Dangerous and dirty' used cars sold to Africa https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Millions of polluting and unsafe used cars from rich nations are exported to Africa and Asia. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 02:48PM

Pakistan's PM asks Facebook to ban Islamophobic content

Pakistan's PM asks Facebook to ban Islamophobic content https://ift.tt/eA8V8J It comes a day after Imran Khan accused French President Emmanuel Macron of "attacking Islam". Author -- October 26, 2020 at 02:38PM

Hopes of shake-up at Samsung after death of chairman

Hopes of shake-up at Samsung after death of chairman https://ift.tt/eA8V8J There is speculation that the heirs of chairman Lee Kun-hee might sell assets to meet a huge tax bill. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 02:21PM

Tanker stowaways: ‘Hijacking’ ends after special forces storm ship

Tanker stowaways: ‘Hijacking’ ends after special forces storm ship https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Seven stowaways, believed to be Nigerians seeking asylum, were handed over to Hampshire Police. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 01:14PM

'Nigerian' stowaways held after tanker stormed in UK

'Nigerian' stowaways held after tanker stormed in UK https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Seven stowaways, believed to be Nigerians seeking asylum, were handed over to Hampshire Police. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 12:17PM

Egypt sex attacks fuel 'feminist revolution'

Egypt sex attacks fuel 'feminist revolution' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Women and girls are fighting back against sexual harassment like never before. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 06:03AM

Confederation Cup: Moroccans RS Berkane win first African title

Confederation Cup: Moroccans RS Berkane win first African title https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Morocco's RS Berkane win the Confederation Cup as they beat Egyptians Pyramids 1-0 in a hard-fought contest in Rabat. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 01:56AM

Covid-19: China tests entire city of Kashgar in Xinjiang

Covid-19: China tests entire city of Kashgar in Xinjiang https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Kashgar city officials say around 4.7m people will be tested over a few days. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 09:26AM

China Communist Party plenum kicks off in Beijing

China Communist Party plenum kicks off in Beijing https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The three-day meeting comes amid speculation that President Xi intends to be 'President-for-life'. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 09:15AM

US election 2020: Indian and Pakistani diaspora rally together

US election 2020: Indian and Pakistani diaspora rally together https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The countries share a hostile history but in the US the election campaign has brought them together. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 06:08AM

Tanzania elections: Why pop stars are hailing President Magufuli

Tanzania elections: Why pop stars are hailing President Magufuli https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Hugely popular "bongo flava" musicians are kept on a tight leash when it comes to politics. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 06:11AM

Covid in Australia: Victoria sees first day without a case since June

Covid in Australia: Victoria sees first day without a case since June https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The state had seen daily infections since June, forcing Melbourne into a marathon lockdown. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 04:04AM

'I went to school and woke up in intensive care'

'I went to school and woke up in intensive care' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Some children who fell seriously ill in Malaysia when they inhaled toxic gases in 2019 say they are still suffering. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 05:12AM

France urges Arab nations to prevent boycotts over Macron's cartoons defence

France urges Arab nations to prevent boycotts over Macron's cartoons defence https://ift.tt/eA8V8J President Macron's comments about "Islamist separatism" have angered some in the Muslim world. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 04:37AM

Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: Armenia and Azerbaijan agree US-brokered ceasefire

Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: Armenia and Azerbaijan agree US-brokered ceasefire https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Two previous ceasefires over the conflict in disputed Nagorno-Karabakh were broken almost immediately. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 03:47AM

Belarus protests: Nationwide strike to go ahead, says opposition leader

Belarus protests: Nationwide strike to go ahead, says opposition leader https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The opposition has urged workers to strike from Monday after police fired stun grenades at protesters. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 12:48AM

Coronavirus: Berlin breaks up 600-strong party over Covid

Coronavirus: Berlin breaks up 600-strong party over Covid https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Police said the venue was too small for distancing, as the virus takes a toll on German festivities. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 11:49PM

Poland abortion ruling: Protesters disrupt church services

Poland abortion ruling: Protesters disrupt church services https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Women chant "we are sick of this" as they stage unusual protests inside churches across Poland. Author -- October 26, 2020 at 12:18AM

Mass protests against Lukashenko as Belarus opposition threatens strikes

Mass protests against Lukashenko as Belarus opposition threatens strikes https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The opposition has threatened a mass walkout by workers if President Alexander Lukashenko does not resign. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 11:02PM

Giro d'Italia: Tao Geoghegan Hart wins first Grand Tour

Giro d'Italia: Tao Geoghegan Hart wins first Grand Tour https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Tao Geoghegan Hart becomes only the second British man to win the Giro d'Italia as he takes the title in Milan. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 08:51PM

Wilton Gregory: Pope Francis names first African-American cardinal

Wilton Gregory: Pope Francis names first African-American cardinal https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Wilton Gregory, Washington DC's archbishop, is among 13 new cardinals to be nominated. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 08:48PM

Lewis Hamilton breaks Michael Schumacher's win record at the Portuguese Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton breaks Michael Schumacher's win record at the Portuguese Grand Prix https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Lewis Hamilton passes Valtteri Bottas to take a commanding victory in the Portuguese Grand Prix and break Formula 1's all-time win record. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 07:56PM

Coronavirus: Italy shuts cinemas, gyms and pools in Covid fight

Coronavirus: Italy shuts cinemas, gyms and pools in Covid fight https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Bars and restaurants will also have to close early as the number of infections continues to rise. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 05:48PM

Doha airport in Qatar 'examined women internally' after newborn baby found

Doha airport in Qatar 'examined women internally' after newborn baby found https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Thirteen Australians were reportedly among those inspected after a newborn was found in Doha, Qatar. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 05:17PM

Swimming with sharks at Bondi Beach

Swimming with sharks at Bondi Beach https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Two Grey Nurse sharks were feeding on a large school of salmon while swimmers had a morning dip. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 04:58PM

Europe's streets empty again

Europe's streets empty again https://ift.tt/eA8V8J With infections rising across Europe, tighter Covid restrictions are being enforced. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 02:21PM

Seychelles election: Wavel Ramkalawan in landmark win

Seychelles election: Wavel Ramkalawan in landmark win https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The opposition wins the presidency for the first time since independence from the UK. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 04:12PM

Post-Brexit trade talks extended, says No 10

Post-Brexit trade talks extended, says No 10 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J No 10 confirms the EU's Michel Barnier will stay in London, rather than returning to Brussels later. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 03:32PM

UFC champion Nurmagomedov retires after victory

UFC champion Nurmagomedov retires after victory https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov retires from the UFC after beating Justin Gaethje in the second round in Abu Dhabi. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 03:17AM

Venezuela opposition figure Leopoldo López leaves Spanish embassy

Venezuela opposition figure Leopoldo López leaves Spanish embassy https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Leopoldo López, who took shelter in the Spanish embassy in Caracas, is going to Spain, his father says. Author -- October 24, 2020 at 11:17PM

Samsung Group titan Lee Kun-hee dies aged 78

Samsung Group titan Lee Kun-hee dies aged 78 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mr Lee helped to grow his father's small trading business into a global industrial powerhouse. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 09:30AM

France recalls Turkey envoy after Erdogan says Macron needs 'mental check'

France recalls Turkey envoy after Erdogan says Macron needs 'mental check' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J France recalls its ambassador after President Erdogan suggests French leader needs "mental check". Author -- October 25, 2020 at 07:19AM

British-bred Royal Enfield speeding ahead in Asia

British-bred Royal Enfield speeding ahead in Asia https://ift.tt/eA8V8J One of the world's oldest motorbike brands is expanding in Asia, the biggest market for two-wheelers. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 04:13AM

Dussehra: Covid-19 forces grand Hindu festival to go online

Dussehra: Covid-19 forces grand Hindu festival to go online https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The pandemic has interrupted a centuries-old Indian tradition, the yearly performance of an ancient Hindu epic. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 04:44AM

My search for novelist Rumer Godden's famed French summer

My search for novelist Rumer Godden's famed French summer https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Hugh Schofield looks for the truth behind Rumer Godden's The Greengage Summer in northern France. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 04:10AM

Nigeria protests: Police chief deploys 'all resources' amid street violence

Nigeria protests: Police chief deploys 'all resources' amid street violence https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The shooting of unarmed protesters earlier this week sparked the worst street violence seen in two decades. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 02:25AM

Cameroon: Children killed in attack on school in Kumba

Cameroon: Children killed in attack on school in Kumba https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Officials have blamed Anglophone secessionists for the attack on a private school in a restive region. Author -- October 25, 2020 at 12:13AM

Thai king in rare praise for pro-monarchists

Thai king in rare praise for pro-monarchists https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The king praises a man who held up a royal portrait during a recent anti-government protest. Author -- October 24, 2020 at 09:10PM

Afghan bombing: Kabul education centre attack kills at least 13

Afghan bombing: Kabul education centre attack kills at least 13 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J At least 30 are also wounded as a suicide bomber detonates explosives in the Afghan capital. Author -- October 24, 2020 at 08:24PM

Paraguay finds seven bodies in container shipment from Serbia

Paraguay finds seven bodies in container shipment from Serbia https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Paraguay believes the seven "migrants" may have wanted to travel only from Serbia to Croatia. Author -- October 24, 2020 at 05:48PM

Ethiopia River Nile dam: PM condemns 'aggressions' after Trump comment

Ethiopia River Nile dam: PM condemns 'aggressions' after Trump comment https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Its PM condemns "aggressions" after Donald Trump says Egypt might destroy a controversial Nile dam. Author -- October 24, 2020 at 04:44PM

Protests in Naples over possible lockdown

Protests in Naples over possible lockdown https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Protests broke out after the region's leader suggested that Campania should go into full lockdown. Author -- October 24, 2020 at 03:44PM

Nigerian-American activist Opal Tometi: 'Why I co-founded Black Lives Matter'

Nigerian-American activist Opal Tometi: 'Why I co-founded Black Lives Matter' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Nigerian-American activist Opal Tometi co-founded the Black Lives Matter movement in 2013. Author -- October 24, 2020 at 01:10PM

Covid-19: Poland President Duda tests positive for virus

Covid-19: Poland President Duda tests positive for virus https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Andrzej Duda, 48, has contracted Covid-19 but is feeling "fine", a presidential minister says. Author -- October 24, 2020 at 12:36PM

Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: 'Execution' video prompts war crime probe

Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: 'Execution' video prompts war crime probe https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A video posted on social media appears to show the execution of two Armenian prisoners by troops from Azerbaijan. Author -- October 24, 2020 at 05:22AM

United Nations at 75 plagued by new crises and cash crunch

United Nations at 75 plagued by new crises and cash crunch https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Faced with wars, climate change and a pandemic, the United Nations is struggling to make an impact. Author -- October 24, 2020 at 05:07AM

How the End Sars protests have changed Nigeria forever

How the End Sars protests have changed Nigeria forever https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The campaign against police brutality has encouraged young Nigerians to take on the older generation. Author -- October 24, 2020 at 04:51AM

The Indian doctor taking care of thousands of elephants

The Indian doctor taking care of thousands of elephants https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Kushal Kunwar Sharma is affectionately known as the "elephant doctor" in India's wildlife community. Author -- October 24, 2020 at 05:17AM

Coronavirus: France puts 46 million under night curfew

Coronavirus: France puts 46 million under night curfew https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A night-time curfew already affecting nine cities will now cover two-thirds of France. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 03:33PM

Italian held in France on suspicion of 160 rapes and sexual assaults

Italian held in France on suspicion of 160 rapes and sexual assaults https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The 52-year-old man, wanted in Germany, was detained in north-eastern France. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 03:23PM

Kamchatka: Toxic algae blamed for mass marine death in Russia

Kamchatka: Toxic algae blamed for mass marine death in Russia https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Russian officials say it was algae, rather than man-made factors, behind an incident in the east. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 03:27PM

Libya rivals sign ceasefire deal in Geneva

Libya rivals sign ceasefire deal in Geneva https://ift.tt/eA8V8J It follows talks between military leaders from the government and representatives of Gen Haftar's forces. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 03:15PM

China warns UK not to offer citizenship to Hong Kong residents

China warns UK not to offer citizenship to Hong Kong residents https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The UK plans to offer a path to citizenship to many in Hong Kong after Beijing's new security law. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 02:31PM

US President Donald Trump at debate: Look at India. The air is filthy

US President Donald Trump at debate: Look at India. The air is filthy https://ift.tt/eA8V8J President Trump's 'filthy air' remark drew both anger and introspection from Indians. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 01:10PM

Fukushima: Contaminated water could damage human DNA, Greenpeace says

Fukushima: Contaminated water could damage human DNA, Greenpeace says https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The group says the water has a radioactive substance amid reports it could be released into the sea. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 02:41PM

Bihar elections: Huge crowds gather at rallies, raising coronavirus fears

Bihar elections: Huge crowds gather at rallies, raising coronavirus fears https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Experts warn flouting of safety rules at India rallies could have devastating consequences. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 12:59PM

Nigeria's End Sars protests: Families living with the pain of losing loved ones

Nigeria's End Sars protests: Families living with the pain of losing loved ones https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Two families whose lives have been forever changed by police violence seek justice for their loved ones. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 02:30PM

Nigeria End Sars protest: Key protest group says stay at home

Nigeria End Sars protest: Key protest group says stay at home https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Feminist Coalition also advises people to follow any curfews in place in their states. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 01:34PM

Poland abortion ruling: Police use pepper spray against protesters

Poland abortion ruling: Police use pepper spray against protesters https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Pepper spray is used against crowds in Warsaw after Thursday's controversial court ruling. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 12:45PM

Africa calls on Caf president Ahmad to seek second term

Africa calls on Caf president Ahmad to seek second term https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Leaders of 46 African federations call on Ahmad to pursue a second term as Confederation of African Football president. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 11:54AM

Roofe scores wonder goal in Liège

Roofe scores wonder goal in Liège https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Rangers earn a first away win in the Europa League group stage under Steven Gerrard after Kemar Roofe's outrageous halfway-line goal caps off a fine win in a rain-soaked Liege. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 12:41AM

Tougher UK Covid rules kick in for millions

Tougher UK Covid rules kick in for millions https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Greater Manchester moves to England's highest alert, while Wales begins a 17-day lockdown later. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 11:45AM

Coronavirus: Canary Islands added to UK's safe travel list

Coronavirus: Canary Islands added to UK's safe travel list https://ift.tt/eA8V8J UK tourists will also no longer need to quarantine after visiting Mykonos, the Maldives and Denmark. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 09:27PM

Norway funds satellite map of world's tropical forests

Norway funds satellite map of world's tropical forests https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Norway pays for a monthly satellite dataset to track the state of the world's tropical forests. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 10:00PM

South Korea deaths 'not linked' to flu vaccination drive

South Korea deaths 'not linked' to flu vaccination drive https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Officials say the country's vaccination drive continues and that several recent deaths are unrelated. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 10:02AM

US and North Korea: Trump and Biden clash over Kim Jong-un relationship

US and North Korea: Trump and Biden clash over Kim Jong-un relationship https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Biden accuses Trump of "legitimising" North Korea as Trump describes his relationship with Kim Jong-un. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 08:40AM

Coronavirus: North Korea warnings over 'yellow dust coming from China'

Coronavirus: North Korea warnings over 'yellow dust coming from China' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J There is no known link between the seasonal dust clouds and Covid-19 but Pyongyang is on high alert. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 10:13AM

Huawei 'forging forward' despite Trump sanctions

Huawei 'forging forward' despite Trump sanctions https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The phone maker is at the centre of the Trump administration's crackdown on Chinese tech firms. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 08:14AM

Australia child abuse: Police arrest 44 suspects and rescue 16 children

Australia child abuse: Police arrest 44 suspects and rescue 16 children https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The arrests took place across the country and 16 children were "removed from harm", police say. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 06:00AM

Nagorno-Karabakh: The three-year-old orphaned by war

Nagorno-Karabakh: The three-year-old orphaned by war https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Hadija’s mum, dad and older sister were killed in the Azerbaijaini town of Ganja. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 04:11AM

Brexit: Why is fishing a stumbling block in the trade talks?

Brexit: Why is fishing a stumbling block in the trade talks? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Fishing is one of the key stumbling blocks preventing a trade deal between the UK and EU. Author -- October 23, 2020 at 04:52AM

France teacher attack: Seven charged over Samuel Paty's killing

France teacher attack: Seven charged over Samuel Paty's killing https://ift.tt/eA8V8J They include two students, a parent of a pupil and three of the killer's friends. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 04:32PM

Coronavirus: Sweden advises elderly to avoid self-isolation

Coronavirus: Sweden advises elderly to avoid self-isolation https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Sweden now says the over-70s and others at risk should follow the same advice as the general population. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 02:57PM

Poland abortion: Top court to rule on almost total ban

Poland abortion: Top court to rule on almost total ban https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Poland has some of Europe's strictest laws, but new proposals could stop abortion for foetal defects. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 03:14PM

Thailand protests: State of emergency lifted after days of rallies

Thailand protests: State of emergency lifted after days of rallies https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Authorities revoke an emergency decree which has failed to curb months of anti-government rallies. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 03:00PM

Afghanistan conflict: Children among dead after air strike on school

Afghanistan conflict: Children among dead after air strike on school https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Local officials say least 12 civilians were killed, a day after a major Taliban attack on troops. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 03:20PM

US approves massive $1.8bn arms deal for Taiwan

US approves massive $1.8bn arms deal for Taiwan https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The $1.8bn weapons sale is likely to further strain tensions with China, which claims Taiwan. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 10:22AM

India coronavirus: The Covid doctor whose dance video went viral

India coronavirus: The Covid doctor whose dance video went viral https://ift.tt/eA8V8J He danced to cheer up his patients - little knowing his video would reach millions. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 10:14AM

Ireland tightens Covid rules

Ireland tightens Covid rules https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The new rules will be backed by fines for people hosting house parts and travelling beyond the 5km limit. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 04:01AM

Real Madrid 2-3 Shakhtar Donetsk: Zinedine Zidane's side shocked at home

Real Madrid 2-3 Shakhtar Donetsk: Zinedine Zidane's side shocked at home https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane takes responsibility as the 13-time European Cup winners are handed a humiliating defeat by a second-string Shakhtar Donetsk side. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 01:30AM

Own goal gives Liverpool win over Ajax

Own goal gives Liverpool win over Ajax https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Premier League champions Liverpool are helped by an own goal from Ajax's Nicolas Tagliafico to get off to a winning start in the Champions League. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 02:39AM

South Korea flu jab: Investigation into 13 deaths after vaccine

South Korea flu jab: Investigation into 13 deaths after vaccine https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Health officials stress there is no proven link between the flu vaccine and the fatalities. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 10:15AM

Asia suffering "worst recession in living memory"

Asia suffering "worst recession in living memory" https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Economic growth for the region has been downgraded - despite China's emerging recovery. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 07:53AM

Australia aged care: Inquiry hears 50 sexual assaults happen each week

Australia aged care: Inquiry hears 50 sexual assaults happen each week https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The widespread sexual abuse of elderly residents is a "national shame", a top inquiry hears. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 07:54AM

Brexit: UK to ban more EU citizens with criminal records

Brexit: UK to ban more EU citizens with criminal records https://ift.tt/eA8V8J From January, EU citizens sentenced to more than a year in prison will be barred. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 06:25AM

Thailand protest: Why young activists are embracing Hong Kong's tactics

Thailand protest: Why young activists are embracing Hong Kong's tactics https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Thailand’s activists are increasingly adopting methods used last year by demonstrators in Hong Kong. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 04:11AM

Coronavirus: 'I caught Covid at my uncle's funeral'

Coronavirus: 'I caught Covid at my uncle's funeral' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A man in India who spread coronavirus after catching it at a funeral reflects on his decision to attend. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 04:13AM

FBI says Iran and Russia have US voter information

FBI says Iran and Russia have US voter information https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Intelligence officials say Iran was behind threatening emails sent to Democrats earlier this week. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 05:34AM

End Sars protests: 'It was a massacre... We pay for these bullets'

End Sars protests: 'It was a massacre... We pay for these bullets' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J An organiser of protests against police brutality in Nigeria tells the BBC he saw soldiers shoot people dead. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 04:16AM

Coronavirus: Italians find new ways to eat out

Coronavirus: Italians find new ways to eat out https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Traditional restaurants are trying to find ways of staying in business in a second wave of Covid-19. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 04:02AM

Will cruise ships return to Venice?

Will cruise ships return to Venice? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Pressure is mounting on the Italian authorities to decide on the future of cruise ships in Venice. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 04:19AM

Nagorno-Karabakh: The Armenian-Azeri 'information wars'

Nagorno-Karabakh: The Armenian-Azeri 'information wars' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J There are false videos that have gone viral. Some are doctored or old footage that has thousands of views. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 04:21AM

France teacher attack: Macron leads vigil for beheaded teacher

France teacher attack: Macron leads vigil for beheaded teacher https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The French President described Samuel Paty as a "quiet hero" at a memorial in Paris. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 04:01AM

Moria camp: 'I want to make a life for my daughter'

Moria camp: 'I want to make a life for my daughter' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J One year on since Zainab was heavily pregnant and living in Europe's largest refugee camp, Moria. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 04:13AM

Zambia: Anglo American sued for 'mass lead poisoning'

Zambia: Anglo American sued for 'mass lead poisoning' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A lawsuit seeks compensation from a subsidiary of Anglo American over alleged mass poisoning. Author -- October 22, 2020 at 12:15AM

Melbourne lockdown: Cycling trend ‘burbing’ takes off under tight restrictions

Melbourne lockdown: Cycling trend ‘burbing’ takes off under tight restrictions https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ben Loke cycled 1,371km whilst under Melbourne's tough restrictions. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 08:17PM

Nigeria End Sars protest: Eyewitnesses say ‘the soldiers opened fire’

Nigeria End Sars protest: Eyewitnesses say ‘the soldiers opened fire’ https://ift.tt/eA8V8J There were violent clashes at an End Sars demonstration and protestors claim the army opened fire 'to kill'. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 09:18PM

Pope Francis indicates support for same-sex 'civil unions'

Pope Francis indicates support for same-sex 'civil unions' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J "They are children of God and have a right to a family," Pope Francis says in a new documentary. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 08:11PM

Nigeria's End Sars protests, in pictures

Nigeria's End Sars protests, in pictures https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Demonstrations against a controversial police unit have been taking place for two weeks. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 06:47PM

India coronavirus: Four Modi claims fact-checked

India coronavirus: Four Modi claims fact-checked https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been talking about his government's response to the coronavirus. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 05:44PM

Nigeria Sars protest: Unrest in Lagos after shooting

Nigeria Sars protest: Unrest in Lagos after shooting https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Witnesses say soldiers opened fire on demonstrators in Nigeria's biggest city on Tuesday. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 07:51PM

Cocaine worth $500m found hidden in charcoal shipment

Cocaine worth $500m found hidden in charcoal shipment https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Police in Paraguay discovered the record haul of the drug in a container destined for Israel. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 04:01PM

End Sars protests: Growing list of celebrities pledge support for demonstrators

End Sars protests: Growing list of celebrities pledge support for demonstrators https://ift.tt/eA8V8J It comes amid reports that several people have been shot dead or wounded at a protest in Lagos. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 03:56PM

Taiwan charges Chinese captain over killing of 'Somali pirates'

Taiwan charges Chinese captain over killing of 'Somali pirates' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Officials say the Chinese national ordered the killings while captaining a Taiwanese vessel in 2012. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 09:34PM

Mysterious Berlin attack targets 70 museum artefacts

Mysterious Berlin attack targets 70 museum artefacts https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The attack took place on the German capital's Museum Island and took over two weeks to come to light. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 01:47PM

Iceland PM keeps her cool as earthquake disrupts interview

Iceland PM keeps her cool as earthquake disrupts interview https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Katrín Jakobsdóttir kept calm as a 5.5 magnitude earthquake interrupted a live TV interview. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 01:43PM

Afghanistan: Many killed and wounded in visa stampede

Afghanistan: Many killed and wounded in visa stampede https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The stampede broke out after thousands gather in a stadium to apply for visas to Pakistan. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 01:04PM

EU asks: Is a vegetarian sausage really a sausage?

EU asks: Is a vegetarian sausage really a sausage? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A bill that would ban vegetarian items from being called sausages or burgers is set to be voted on. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 10:34AM

Coronavirus: New fines for coronavirus breaches in Ireland

Coronavirus: New fines for coronavirus breaches in Ireland https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The government are introducing spot fines of up to €500 (£455) in the Republic of Ireland. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 02:13AM

Barcelona 5-1 Ferencvaros: Lionel Messi equals another record in Champions League win

Barcelona 5-1 Ferencvaros: Lionel Messi equals another record in Champions League win https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Lionel Messi scores in a joint record 16th Champions League season and 17-year-old Pedri nets his first senior goal as Barcelona beat Ferencvaros. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 02:18AM

Vuelta a Espana: Chris Froome struggles as Primoz Roglic wins first stage

Vuelta a Espana: Chris Froome struggles as Primoz Roglic wins first stage https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Two-time champion Chris Froome struggles as Slovenia's Primoz Roglic takes the opening stage of the Vuelta a Espana. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 10:15PM

France teacher attack: Macron urges Russia to boost anti-terror fight

France teacher attack: Macron urges Russia to boost anti-terror fight https://ift.tt/eA8V8J France's leader calls his Russian counterpart after the beheading of a teacher by a Russian-born man. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 09:47AM

Cathay Pacific axes regional carrier and 8,500 jobs

Cathay Pacific axes regional carrier and 8,500 jobs https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Hong Kong’s flag carrier is closing Cathay Dragon and cutting jobs as part of a restructuring plan. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 08:46AM

Trump maintains a Chinese bank account, says NYT

Trump maintains a Chinese bank account, says NYT https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mr Trump, who sparked a trade war with Beijing, is critical of US firms doing business in China. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 08:21AM

India-China dispute: India hands over soldier who crossed border

India-China dispute: India hands over soldier who crossed border https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The PLA soldier was apprehended by India after he strayed across their contested border on Monday. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 08:21AM

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao swaps punching for payments

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao swaps punching for payments https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The legendary fighter is launching PacPay to help streamline online payments for social media influencers. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 05:05AM

Covid: China's Sinovac vaccine to be included in Brazil immunisation plan

Covid: China's Sinovac vaccine to be included in Brazil immunisation plan https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Officials say an immunisation programme using CoronaVac could begin as soon as January 2021. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 05:18AM

Nigeria unrest: Protesters shot in Lagos as millions put under curfew

Nigeria unrest: Protesters shot in Lagos as millions put under curfew https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Casualty figures and who opened fire in Lagos are not yet known, as anti-police anger spreads. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 02:18AM

Jamal Khashoggi: Journalist's fiancee sues Saudi crown prince

Jamal Khashoggi: Journalist's fiancee sues Saudi crown prince https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Hatice Cengiz files a lawsuit against Mohammed bin Salman over the journalist's murder in Istanbul. Author -- October 21, 2020 at 12:24AM

Taiwan charges Chinese captain over killing of 'Somali pirates'

Nuclear arms treaty: Hopes rise for breakthrough on US-Russia deal

Nuclear arms treaty: Hopes rise for breakthrough on US-Russia deal https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A breakthrough appears to have been made to extend the nations' last-remaining treaty - New Start. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 09:34PM

Vietnam battles its deadliest floods for decades

Vietnam battles its deadliest floods for decades https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Floodwaters have killed over 100 and left homes submerged, crops destroyed and livestock swept away. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 06:28PM

Coronavirus: German Alpine region goes into lockdown

Coronavirus: German Alpine region goes into lockdown https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Berchtesgaden area starts a two-week lockdown, Germany's first since the spring Covid peak. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 07:51PM

End Sars protests: Nigeria governor imposes curfew in Lagos

End Sars protests: Nigeria governor imposes curfew in Lagos https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The state governor says criminals have hijacked recent anti-police protests "to unleash mayhem". Author -- October 20, 2020 at 05:23PM

France teacher attack: Mosque ordered to close over Facebook videos

France teacher attack: Mosque ordered to close over Facebook videos https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The mosque, which shared videos condemning Samuel Paty before his killing, must shut for six months. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 04:56PM

DR Congo jail break: 'Islamist ADF rebels' free 900 inmates

DR Congo jail break: 'Islamist ADF rebels' free 900 inmates https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The attackers came in large numbers and broke the jail's door, officials say. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 04:33PM

Danish submarine killer Madsen 'caught in prison escape'

Danish submarine killer Madsen 'caught in prison escape' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Police have arrested a man and Danish media say it was Peter Madsen, jailed for life in 2018. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 03:26PM

On the hunt for Piedmont’s famous truffles

On the hunt for Piedmont’s famous truffles https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Rajan Datar meets a local truffle hunter to learn how to find the valuable fungi. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 01:12PM

Japan gets deer-friendly bags to stop animals eating plastic

Japan gets deer-friendly bags to stop animals eating plastic https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The bags are an answer to the trail of potentially deadly plastic left by tourists each year. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 02:17PM

Bletchley Park’s contribution to WW2 'over-rated'

Bletchley Park’s contribution to WW2 'over-rated' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The code-breaking hub is not "the war winner" many people think it is, says a history of spy agency GCHQ. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 04:46AM

Sleeping giants to host Messi and Ronaldo

Sleeping giants to host Messi and Ronaldo https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ferencvaros, once one of Europe's most revered sides, are the sleeping giants set to welcome Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 04:01AM

Tokyo Olympics: Russian hackers targeted Games, UK says

Tokyo Olympics: Russian hackers targeted Games, UK says https://ift.tt/eA8V8J UK officials say Russian intelligence took aim at the 2020 Olympics before they were delayed. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 11:02PM

Young child among migrants crossing the English Channel

Young child among migrants crossing the English Channel https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dozens of people make the crossing in small boats as winds increase in the English Channel. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 10:37PM

Covid: Cathay Pacific to run at half capacity next year

Covid: Cathay Pacific to run at half capacity next year https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The airline describes the forecast as "optimistic" and warns it depends on a successful Covid vaccine. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 03:45PM

US 2020 election: Who does China really want to win?

US 2020 election: Who does China really want to win? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J With the US battered by the coronavirus and political polarisation, China thinks its time has come. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 02:34AM

Tokyo Olympics: Russian hackers targeted Games, UK says

China-Taiwan tensions erupt over diplomats' fight in Fiji

China-Taiwan tensions erupt over diplomats' fight in Fiji https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Both sides say their officials were injured at an event organised to mark Taiwan's national day. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 09:37PM

Coronavirus: How pollution could make India’s Covid fight tougher

Coronavirus: How pollution could make India’s Covid fight tougher https://ift.tt/eA8V8J New studies show an association between severe pollution and a spike in Covid-19 cases and deaths. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 04:35AM

Samuel Paty: Beheading of teacher deepens divisions over France's secular identity

Samuel Paty: Beheading of teacher deepens divisions over France's secular identity https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mass rallies over the murder of a teacher mask growing dissent over the country's secular identity. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 04:16AM

Trump set to remove Sudan from state sponsors of terrorism list

Trump set to remove Sudan from state sponsors of terrorism list https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The US president says he will act once Sudan pays $335m to "US terror victims and families". Author -- October 20, 2020 at 04:06AM

How clothes reflect growing Oromo ethnic pride in Ethiopia

How clothes reflect growing Oromo ethnic pride in Ethiopia https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Oromos have complained of marginalisation but they are now increasingly assertive in their identity. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 04:30AM

Coronavirus: Republic of Ireland to move to highest restrictions

Coronavirus: Republic of Ireland to move to highest restrictions https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The new rules, broadly similar to the spring lockdown, are due to last for six weeks. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 01:43AM

Eating jellyfish: Why scientists are talking up a 'perfect food'

Eating jellyfish: Why scientists are talking up a 'perfect food' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Amid fresh concern about overfishing, scientists say eating more jellyfish may give us benefits. Author -- October 20, 2020 at 12:46AM

Brexit: UK welcomes EU pledge to 'intensify' trade talks

Brexit: UK welcomes EU pledge to 'intensify' trade talks https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Michael Gove says the EU's offer is "constructive" but warns against the "illusion of engagement". Author -- October 19, 2020 at 09:03PM

End Sars protests: Amnesty warns of 'escalating attacks'

End Sars protests: Amnesty warns of 'escalating attacks' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Protesters at the offices of the central bank are wounded after being attacked, rights group says. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 09:38PM

Bank boss: UK facing 'unprecedented economic uncertainty'

Bank boss: UK facing 'unprecedented economic uncertainty' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey warns there is significant risk of lower economic growth. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 01:04PM

Germany pulls fresh air into fight against Covid

Germany pulls fresh air into fight against Covid https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The German government is investing heavily in air purifiers to help curb the spread of coronavirus. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 07:44PM

Pop star Aryana Sayeed is fighting criticism against female performers in the country

Pop star Aryana Sayeed is fighting criticism against female performers in the country https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The country’s biggest female pop star Aryana Sayeed is fighting taboos against women who want to sing. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 05:26PM

Coronavirus: Belgium facing 'tsunami' of new infections

Coronavirus: Belgium facing 'tsunami' of new infections https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Health minister Frank Vandenbroucke warns the country is close to being overwhelmed as cases soar. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 06:49PM

Coronavirus: Germany improves ventilation to chase away Covid

Coronavirus: Germany improves ventilation to chase away Covid https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Public buildings receive €500m of German state cash to improve ventilation systems. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 05:01PM

Thailand protests: Authorities move to ban Telegram messaging app

Thailand protests: Authorities move to ban Telegram messaging app https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Internet providers have been ordered to block the secure messaging app used by activists. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 04:36PM

Investigation ordered after police kill wild boar family in Rome park

Investigation ordered after police kill wild boar family in Rome park https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The city's mayor orders an investigation amid outrage from residents and animal rights groups. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 04:49PM

France teacher attack: Police raid homes of suspected Islamic radicals

France teacher attack: Police raid homes of suspected Islamic radicals https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Muslim organisations are being investigated too after the beheading of French teacher Samuel Paty. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 03:40PM

Chagos Islands dispute: Mauritius calls US and UK 'hypocrites'

Chagos Islands dispute: Mauritius calls US and UK 'hypocrites' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Prime Minister Jugnauth says the UK cannot talk about human rights and remain in the Chagos Islands. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 03:26PM

Firms urged to get ready for new EU relationship

Firms urged to get ready for new EU relationship https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The government campaign says "Time is running out", but firms say many unanswered questions remain. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 11:59AM

Sir James Dyson to sell his Singapore penthouse

Sir James Dyson to sell his Singapore penthouse https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The British Tycoon has reportedly accepted an $62m offer for the massive penthouse one year after buying it. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 12:25PM

Crown Resorts: Australian casino operator faces laundering probe

Crown Resorts: Australian casino operator faces laundering probe https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Crown Resorts may have breached laws against money laundering and financing terrorism, authorities say. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 10:08AM

China's economy continues to bounce back from virus slump

China's economy continues to bounce back from virus slump https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The world's second biggest economy saw growth of almost 5% in the third quarter of the year. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 07:20AM

Alibaba increases stranglehold on Chinese shoppers

Alibaba increases stranglehold on Chinese shoppers https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The tech giant is increasing its offline footprint by acquiring leading supermarket chain Sun Art. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 07:24AM

EU investigates Instagram over handling of children's data

EU investigates Instagram over handling of children's data https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Facebook could face a large fine if Instagram is found to have broken European Union privacy laws. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 06:48AM

UK archbishops issue Brexit warning

UK archbishops issue Brexit warning https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The intervention comes as peers are due to debate the Internal Markets Bill for the first time. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 06:06AM

Sudan khalwas: Undercover in the schools that chain boys

Sudan khalwas: Undercover in the schools that chain boys https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A BBC News Arabic investigation has uncovered systemic child abuse inside Islamic schools in Sudan. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 04:07AM

‘Red, red wine': The meaning of African election symbols

‘Red, red wine': The meaning of African election symbols https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Campaign colours and why they are so important for those in pursuit of power. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 04:04AM

India coronavirus: The woman who ferries patients in a school bus

India coronavirus: The woman who ferries patients in a school bus https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Bus driver Neelam Singh, who contracted the virus while working, says she is glad to help. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 04:00AM

Right-wing nationalist Ersin Tatar wins in northern Cyprus

Right-wing nationalist Ersin Tatar wins in northern Cyprus https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Ersin Tatar, who is pro-Turkey and wants Cyprus to be two separate states, was elected president. Author -- October 19, 2020 at 03:43AM

Covid-19: Italy tightens rules after coronavirus cases surge

Covid-19: Italy tightens rules after coronavirus cases surge https://ift.tt/eA8V8J PM Giuseppe Conte targets public gatherings, hospitality and recreation "to avoid a new lockdown". Author -- October 19, 2020 at 01:19AM

Coronavirus in Australia: Victoria to ease lockdown as cases fall

Coronavirus in Australia: Victoria to ease lockdown as cases fall https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The southern state - home to a quarter of Australia's population - will loosen measures from Monday. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 08:28PM

Ivory Coast election: Pascal Affi Nguessan's home burnt down

Ivory Coast election: Pascal Affi Nguessan's home burnt down https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Pascal Affi Nguessan has called for a boycott of the 31 October election. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 08:32PM

France teacher attack: Rallies held to support beheaded Samuel Paty

France teacher attack: Rallies held to support beheaded Samuel Paty https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Samuel Paty was murdered after showing cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad in class. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 07:09PM

Hay Festival severs UAE ties after sex assault claim by employee

Hay Festival severs UAE ties after sex assault claim by employee https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Abu Dhabi's minister of tolerance has denied allegations he sexually assaulted a festival organiser. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 07:28PM

End Sars protests: Osun governor escapes 'assassination attempt'

End Sars protests: Osun governor escapes 'assassination attempt' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The governor had joined the anti-police brutality protesters when a group of people opened fire. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 06:40PM

Coronavirus: Dutch PM concedes 'wrong assessment' over royal holiday

Coronavirus: Dutch PM concedes 'wrong assessment' over royal holiday https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Facing strong criticism, the royals cut short a trip to Greece they began during a partial lockdown. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 04:53PM

Egypt releases satirical blogger Shadi Abu Zeid

Egypt releases satirical blogger Shadi Abu Zeid https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The activist is reunited with his family after spending 29 months in jail for spreading "fake news". Author -- October 18, 2020 at 04:10PM

Is sainthood on the cards for a computer programmer?

Is sainthood on the cards for a computer programmer? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A computer programmer’s beatification could lead to the world’s first millennial saint. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 03:47PM

Vietnam landslide: Rescuers search for survivors at barracks

Vietnam landslide: Rescuers search for survivors at barracks https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The huge landslide buried 22 soldiers as the country battles its worst floods for years. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 02:51PM

African Champions League: Ahly beat Wydad

African Champions League: Ahly beat Wydad https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Egypt's Al Ahly seize a big advantage over Wydad Casablanca in the African Champions League semi-final with a 2-0 win in the first leg in Morocco. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 02:37AM

Guinea elections: Alpha Condé takes on Cellou Dalein Diallo again

Guinea elections: Alpha Condé takes on Cellou Dalein Diallo again https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A divisive new constitution allows Alpha Condé to stand again, amid political and ethnic tensions. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 05:12AM

Philippines: Environmentalists criticise artificial beach in Manila Bay

Philippines: Environmentalists criticise artificial beach in Manila Bay https://ift.tt/eA8V8J There is controversy over a new artificial beach in the Philippine capital, Manila, made from crushed dolomite rock which some people say is bad for the environment. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 04:09AM

Lesbos: What really happened in the refugee camp destroyed by flames?

Lesbos: What really happened in the refugee camp destroyed by flames? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J BBC Newsnight looks into the origins of the fire that destroyed Europe's largest refugee camp. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 04:03AM

‘I hugged the man who murdered my father’

‘I hugged the man who murdered my father’ https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Candice Mama's father was killed by a man nicknamed "Prime Evil", yet the only way she could find peace was to forgive him. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 04:13AM

Thailand protests: 'My father is blinded by his love for the monarchy'

Thailand protests: 'My father is blinded by his love for the monarchy' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Young Thais are falling out with their parents over calls to reform an institution seen as untouchable. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 04:14AM

Coronavirus: Dutch royals return amid anger over Covid holiday

Coronavirus: Dutch royals return amid anger over Covid holiday https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The family flew back from Greece after just a day on holiday there, amid intense criticism. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 02:07AM

Nagorno-Karabakh: Armenia and Azerbaijan agree new humanitarian truce

Nagorno-Karabakh: Armenia and Azerbaijan agree new humanitarian truce https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The fresh ceasefire in Nagorno-Karabakh comes after a truce agreed last weekend failed to hold. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 01:15AM

Covid: Far-right protesters attack Slovak government office over virus measures

Covid: Far-right protesters attack Slovak government office over virus measures https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Riot police disperse a crowd reportedly including neo-Nazis outside the government building. Author -- October 18, 2020 at 01:28AM

Omar Bashir: ICC delegation begins talks in Sudan over former leader

Omar Bashir: ICC delegation begins talks in Sudan over former leader https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The International Criminal Court accuses ousted President Omar al-Bashir of genocide and war crimes. Author -- October 17, 2020 at 11:03PM

Pakistan stops bid to smuggle endangered falcons

Pakistan stops bid to smuggle endangered falcons https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The falcons are on the endangered species list and are said to be worth almost £1m. Author -- October 17, 2020 at 07:32PM

Missing Hong Kong protester Alexandra Wong 'was held in mainland China'

Missing Hong Kong protester Alexandra Wong 'was held in mainland China' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J "Grandma Wong" says she was detained by mainland police and forced to renounce her activism. Author -- October 17, 2020 at 07:21PM

Jacinda Ardern's majority may prove to be her biggest challenge

Jacinda Ardern's majority may prove to be her biggest challenge https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Jacinda Ardern may find it hard to reconcile the demands of her disparate voters, says columnist Josh Van Veen. Author -- October 17, 2020 at 04:38PM

Peres Jepchirchir breaks women's half-marathon world record

Peres Jepchirchir breaks women's half-marathon world record https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Kenya's Peres Jepchirchir breaks her own world record for a women-only half marathon in Gdynia, Poland. Author -- October 17, 2020 at 04:08PM

France teacher had received 'days of threats' before his brutal killing

France teacher had received 'days of threats' before his brutal killing https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Parents complained after the teacher at the French school used Prophet Muhammad cartoons in class. Author -- October 17, 2020 at 02:04PM

Nagorno-Karabakh: Civilians hit amid Armenia Azerbaijan conflict

Nagorno-Karabakh: Civilians hit amid Armenia Azerbaijan conflict https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Each accuses the other of targeting civilians in renewed fighting over the Nagorno-Karabakh region. Author -- October 17, 2020 at 02:20PM

End Sars: Sports stars join protest against police brutality

End Sars: Sports stars join protest against police brutality https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Sports men and women from around the world have been lending their support in the protest looking to end police brutality in Nigeria. Author -- October 17, 2020 at 11:24AM

Macron calls Paris beheading 'Islamist terrorist attack'

Macron calls Paris beheading 'Islamist terrorist attack' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The teacher killed in a Paris suburb reportedly showed his pupils cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad. Author -- October 17, 2020 at 06:03AM

End Sars: How Nigeria's anti-police brutality protests went global

End Sars: How Nigeria's anti-police brutality protests went global https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Why did Nigerian protests against police brutality gain international attention and support? Author -- October 17, 2020 at 04:50AM

India Covid-19: Bollywood faces biggest box office test as cinemas open

India Covid-19: Bollywood faces biggest box office test as cinemas open https://ift.tt/eA8V8J With barely any new film releases and the pandemic still raging, India's cinemas stare at losses. Author -- October 17, 2020 at 04:51AM

Azerbaijan at war: Reporter’s journal

Azerbaijan at war: Reporter’s journal https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A BBC team spent a week looking at the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict from the Azerbaijani side. Author -- October 17, 2020 at 04:18AM

Guinea elections: Campaigning during Covid-19

Guinea elections: Campaigning during Covid-19 https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Candidates and their supporters in Guinea's presidential election have had to campaign during Covid-19. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 09:49PM

Thailand protests: Riot police fire water cannon as protesters defy rally ban

Thailand protests: Riot police fire water cannon as protesters defy rally ban https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Thousands of pro-democracy protesters rally again in Bangkok to demand political reforms. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 07:25PM

Brexit: What is the 'no-deal' Australia option?

Brexit: What is the 'no-deal' Australia option? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J If the UK leaves the EU without a trade deal it will have to trade on WTO terms. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 04:50PM

French ex-president Sarkozy charged with 'criminal conspiracy'

French ex-president Sarkozy charged with 'criminal conspiracy' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J It is the latest in a string of charges against ex-president Nicolas Sarkozy, which he denies. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 05:43PM

Brexit: EU trade deal is still possible, says Dominic Raab

Brexit: EU trade deal is still possible, says Dominic Raab https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The foreign secretary urges more flexibility from the EU, as both sides indicate they want to keep talking. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 01:45PM

Indian man rescued from mortuary freezer dies

Indian man rescued from mortuary freezer dies https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Mistakenly declared dead, the 74-year-old had been placed in a freezer ahead of his funeral. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 12:56PM

Fukushima: Japan 'to release contaminated water into sea'

Fukushima: Japan 'to release contaminated water into sea' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The water was used to cool the Fukushima nuclear plant which went into meltdown in 2011. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 01:45PM

Thailand blocks Change.org as petition against king gains traction

Thailand blocks Change.org as petition against king gains traction https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The petition had called for the king to be declared persona non grata in Germany. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 01:58PM

Wales travel ban: Rules for travel from England hotspots

Wales travel ban: Rules for travel from England hotspots https://ift.tt/eA8V8J There are questions over how the move will be policed and whether it will cause "division". Author -- October 16, 2020 at 12:38PM

End Sars: Hated Nigerian police unit founder 'feels guilty'

End Sars: Hated Nigerian police unit founder 'feels guilty' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Sars police unit is accused of widespread abuses, leading to 10 days of nationwide protests. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 01:40PM

Project Iceman: Anders Hofman and Antarctica's first Ironman triathlon

Project Iceman: Anders Hofman and Antarctica's first Ironman triathlon https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Anders Hofman doesn't even like triathlons, but he travelled thousands of miles to complete one in sub-zero temperatures and create the history he craved. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 10:06AM

Gyms and coronavirus: What are the facts?

Gyms and coronavirus: What are the facts? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Areas where transmission is highest in England are shutting gyms, but does the science support it? Author -- October 16, 2020 at 05:04AM

From End Sars to End Swat, Nigeria Protests Explained

From End Sars to End Swat, Nigeria Protests Explained https://ift.tt/eA8V8J How and why did Nigeria's End Sars protests turn into End Swat protests? Author -- October 16, 2020 at 11:32AM

Thai protests: How pro-democracy movement gained momentum

Thai protests: How pro-democracy movement gained momentum https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Thousands of young people in Thailand are defying the authorities - but what is behind the movement? Author -- October 15, 2020 at 06:24PM

Covid: One-way 'travel bubble' opens between Australia and NZ

Covid: One-way 'travel bubble' opens between Australia and NZ https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Passengers from New Zealand will not quarantine in Sydney but must do so if they return. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 09:32AM

Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt confirms he has cancer

Bollywood star Sanjay Dutt confirms he has cancer https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Sanjay Dutt said he will 'beat the disease soon' and would begin shooting his next film in November. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 09:36AM

Conservation: Bridge of hope for world's rarest primate

Conservation: Bridge of hope for world's rarest primate https://ift.tt/eA8V8J An artificial rope bridge across a divided forest could help save the ape, a type of gibbon, from extinction. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 08:00PM

Héritier Lumumba: Ex-player sues AFL and club over alleged racism

Héritier Lumumba: Ex-player sues AFL and club over alleged racism https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Héritier Lumumba says the league and club Collingwood failed to prevent him from enduring abuse. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 07:43AM

Amina: The Afghan girl who survived a shooting at two hours old

Amina: The Afghan girl who survived a shooting at two hours old https://ift.tt/eA8V8J When she was shot in the legs at two hours old, doctors feared for her life, now they are hopeful she will walk. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 04:00AM

The Tibetans serving in ‘secretive’ Indian force

The Tibetans serving in ‘secretive’ Indian force https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The death of a Tibetan soldier has highlighted the community's role in India's defence forces. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 06:41AM

Portugal's radical decision to decriminalise all drugs

Portugal's radical decision to decriminalise all drugs https://ift.tt/eA8V8J How Portugal became the first country to decriminalise all drugs for personal use Author -- October 16, 2020 at 04:47AM

Viewpoint: Why Turkey is flexing its muscles abroad

Viewpoint: Why Turkey is flexing its muscles abroad https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Turkey's engagement in the Southern Caucasus is only the latest venture in a tougher foreign policy. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 04:31AM

Covid-19: Is Sweden getting it right?

Covid-19: Is Sweden getting it right? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The BBC's Ros Atkins looks at one country that has been an outlier from the start of the pandemic. Author -- October 16, 2020 at 04:00AM

Heineken fined for forcing pubs to stock too many of its beers

Heineken fined for forcing pubs to stock too many of its beers https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The firm's pubs division is fined £2m for breaching rules, but it says it is considering an appeal. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 02:49PM

Kyrgyzstan election: President Jeenbekov resigns after protests

Kyrgyzstan election: President Jeenbekov resigns after protests https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Sooronbay Jeenbekov warned the country was close to conflict after a disputed election. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 02:40PM

How Covid-19 hit New York's African community

How Covid-19 hit New York's African community https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The pandemic, and the associated economic fallout, is tough on Harlem's African community. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 02:27PM

End Sars: Nigerian army warning amid anti-police brutality protests

End Sars: Nigerian army warning amid anti-police brutality protests https://ift.tt/eA8V8J The army warned "subversive elements and trouble makers" to desist at protests against police brutality. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 01:40PM

Why are more Scots supporting independence?

Why are more Scots supporting independence? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J For the first time in Scottish polling history, support for independence is consistently higher than for staying in the Union. Author -- October 14, 2020 at 10:08PM

Australian police drop case against journalist who reported 'war crimes'

Australian police drop case against journalist who reported 'war crimes' https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Reporter Dan Oakes had faced potential criminal charges for exposing alleged war crimes. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 11:26AM

Virgin Australia boss quits ahead of new ownership

Virgin Australia boss quits ahead of new ownership https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Paul Scurrah had reportedly clashed with Bain Capital over plans to make it a low cost-carrier. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 10:10AM

Giro d'Italia: Arnaud Demare claims his fourth victory in sprint finish

Giro d'Italia: Arnaud Demare claims his fourth victory in sprint finish https://ift.tt/eA8V8J France's Arnaud Demare claims his fourth win of the 2020 Giro d'Italia in a sprint finish on stage 11. Author -- October 14, 2020 at 09:18PM

Brexit: PM 'disappointed' with progress ahead of EU summit

Brexit: PM 'disappointed' with progress ahead of EU summit https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Boris Johnson has previously set Thursday's EU meeting as the deadline for a post-Brexit trade deal. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 12:53AM

Brexit: What has happened since 31 January?

Brexit: What has happened since 31 January? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J There are still major unresolved issues around Brexit and time is running out. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 04:58AM

I Am Greta: Movie tells climate activist's 'coming of age' story

I Am Greta: Movie tells climate activist's 'coming of age' story https://ift.tt/eA8V8J A new documentary follows the teenage climate change activist through her rise to fame. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 04:45AM

Afghan-Taliban conflict: Fears grow for families trapped in Helmand

Afghan-Taliban conflict: Fears grow for families trapped in Helmand https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Aid groups say civilians must be given safe passage amid clashes between Taliban and government forces. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 08:44AM

A hit share market debut for BTS's music label

A hit share market debut for BTS's music label https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Big Hit Entertainment's shares more than doubled on debut on South Korea's Kospi exchange. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 06:13AM

Guinea elections: The 82-year-old seeking six more years

Guinea elections: The 82-year-old seeking six more years https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Alpha Condé, who spent years in opposition, is seeking a controversial third term. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 04:51AM

Why Africa's animation scene is booming

Why Africa's animation scene is booming https://ift.tt/eA8V8J While the film sector struggles to produce new content, the global demand for animation has soared. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 04:10AM

BTS - from chart success to stock market gold?

BTS - from chart success to stock market gold? https://ift.tt/eA8V8J BTS is one of the world's top boy bands. Now the company behind them is headed for the stock market. Author -- October 15, 2020 at 05:33AM

Mary Cholhok: Becoming a 'boss woman', being apart from her son & inspiring a generation

Mary Cholhok: Becoming a 'boss woman', being apart from her son & inspiring a generation https://ift.tt/eA8V8J Loughborough Lightning's Ugandan star Mary Cholhok on the sacrifices she's made for netball and why she wants to inspire a future generation. Author -- October 14, 2020 at 10:24AM

Daiya Seto suspended by Japan Swimming federation after having affair