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Coronavirus: Brazil now fourth-highest nation in Covid-19 deaths

Brazil records almost 1,000 deaths in a day, taking its overall number of fatalities past France. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eBGg0u

Mining firm Rio Tinto sorry for destroying Aboriginal caves

The caves in Western Australia sheltered prehistoric people in the Ice Age 46,000 years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36MdwiF

Mining firm Rio Tinto sorry for destroying Aboriginal caves

The caves in Western Australia sheltered prehistoric people in the Ice Age 46,000 years ago. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36MdwiF

Coronavirus: Famous mosques reopen in Saudi Arabia and Jerusalem

Hundreds of worshippers entered mosques in Saudi Arabia and Jerusalem, as restrictions were eased. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TSbSqr

George Floyd: What happened in the final moments of his life

A timeline of events leading up to George Floyd's death has been revealed by authorities. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gB3LZb

Burkina Faso gunmen 'kill 20 at cattle market' in Kompienga

The gunmen arrived on motorbikes, shooting into the crowded market, reports say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cleqnq

Bayern Munich 5-0 Fortuna Dusseldorf: Robert Lewandowski scores twice in rout

Robert Lewandowski scores twice against Fortuna Dusseldorf to equal his most prolific season as Bayern Munich move 10 points clear at the Bundesliga summit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36MKKOR

Amazon UK website defaced with racist abuse

The online giant blames a "bad actor" for the language appearing alongside multiple product listings. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zCKN3Z via IFTTT

Amazon UK website defaced with racist abuse

The online giant blames a "bad actor" for the language appearing alongside multiple product listings. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zCKN3Z

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SpaceX Nasa Mission: Astronaut capsule set to dock with space station

US astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken are closing in for a Sunday rendezvous with the ISS. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2AkfUBb

Microsoft 'to replace journalists with robots'

Dozens working on the MSN site look set to be replaced by AI, media reports say. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AkYzbh

George Floyd death: Violence breaks out amid US protests

Images from street protests across the US on Saturday following the death of black man George Floyd. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eusX1y

ICYMI: Making waves and signature scents

From social distancing dinner dates to candle scents inspired by pubs, here are some stories you may have missed this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dixfJv

George Floyd death: US cities order curfews amid widespread clashes

Police struggle to stem the violence as protesters take to the streets over the death of George Floyd. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gCNwuB

In the middle of the Pacific with nowhere to land

A group of performers were halfway across the ocean in a 75ft boat when the pandemic erupted - leaving them with nowhere to go. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Bc7tIw

My Money: 'Our alternative quarantine holiday'

Alyssa Hulme from Utah in the US takes us through her weekly spending during the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XgH9FE

Brothers' Home: South Korea's 1980's 'concentration camp'

In the 1980s, innocent children and adults were taken off South Korea's streets - and locked away. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Mfs3KA

Coronavirus in South Africa: Eight lessons for the rest of the continent

What South Africa can teach other African countries gearing up for a spike in infections. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3coS0SA

Peru's most catastrophic natural disaster

On 31 May 1970 an earthquake struck in Peru, triggering a landslide and leading to the deaths of 70,000. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3djAv7m

Coronavirus: Biden and Trump face off over China

The US president and his likely election rival have been sparring over China and the coronavirus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ArLI7q

Supernatural: The next-generation keep-fit coach?

Will virtual reality fitness classes lead a revolution in home workouts - or is it a passing craze? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XktLka via IFTTT

Trump delays 'outdated' G7 leaders' summit

The US president says he is postponing this year's meeting and wants to invite other leaders as well. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dmac08

LGBT: Covid-19 forced me back home where I'm 'unwanted'

'Emma' lost her job and had to move back to the village where she feels 'misunderstood'. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cppIY9

George Floyd: ‘As a black American I am terrified’

After the death of George Floyd, young African-Americans in Minneapolis say they are scared for their safety. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XitMot

Coronavirus: The self-isolation choir with worldwide members

This weekend thousands of people will gather as an online choir to perform Handel’s Messiah. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gJSUwn

SpaceX launch: Nasa astronauts blast off to the International Space Station

Two astronauts launched into orbit for historic mission to the International Space Station. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Mb9R4A

Coronavirus: Pret a Manger plans rent talks in bid to avoid closures

The sandwich chain is "radically" changing its business model in the wake of the coronavirus epidemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2B9vtMn

George Floyd death: Unrest spreads across US

Images from protests and violence as anger over the death of black man George Floyd increases. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2MeJLxv

Coronavirus: Belgian Prince Joachim tests positive after lockdown party

Spanish police are investigating whether a party attended by Prince Joachim breached lockdown rules. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eAcFUW

SpaceX launch: Nasa astronauts blast off to the International Space Station

Two astronauts launched into orbit for historic mission to the International Space Station. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Mb9R4A via IFTTT

Nasa SpaceX launch: Astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken successfully launch

The historic mission to the ISS is the first crewed outing from American soil in nine years. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3couEwo via IFTTT

George Floyd death: Minnesota governor decries violent protests

Minnesota fully mobilises the National Guard as it and other US cities prepare for more unrest. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZPW6jJ

Coronavirus: Backlash after Trump signals US exit from WHO

The president is urged to reconsider, after accusing the health body of being a "puppet of China". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZQX537

Coronavirus: India to loosen lockdown despite record cases

A plan to ease the world's biggest lockdown begins on 8 June with restaurants and malls re-opening. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dhz7lN

George Floyd death: Rapper Killer Mike's plea to protesters in Atlanta

Rapper Killer Mike delivers an impassioned plea to protesters in Atlanta, after clashes over the killing of George Floyd. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Mcsghr

Austria set to host Formula 1 season openers in July

The Formula 1 season-openers in Austria have been approved by the country's government, according to reports. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XgU3DV

Coronavirus: Italy's Tower of Pisa reopens after three months shut

Only 15 at a time will be allowed up the tourist attraction, and they will have to wear masks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2AjNk30

Roger Federer becomes world's highest paid athlete, says Forbes

Swiss tennis player Roger Federer overtakes footballer Lionel Messi as the world's highest paid athlete for 2020, according to Forbes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZWlxjA

‘Why I recreated my local pub in virtual reality’

Tristan Cross taught himself how to make the 3D models from scratch by watching YouTube videos. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36JSMYR via IFTTT

Microsoft 'to replace journalists with robots'

Dozens working on the MSN site look set to be replaced by AI, media reports say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2AkYzbh

George Floyd death: Clashes flare amid appeals for calm

Violence continued in US cities for a fourth night over the death of George Floyd in police custody in Minneapolis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TNrUCb

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George Floyd death: Clashes across US as protesters demand justice

Crowds rally at the White House among other places over the death in police custody of George Floyd. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2McTG6N

Coronavirus: Debenhams makes some restaurant employees redundant

Retailer Debenhams makes staff in some of its cafes redundant after going into administration. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TP4DzS

Coronavirus: Renters struggle most with pandemic costs, report says

Private renters are struggling with housing costs more than mortgage-payers, new research suggests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36PIiaE

Coronavirus: Chancellor set to outline furlough scheme changes

The government is currently paying part of the wages of more than 8 million furloughed workers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2MbViO4

Minneapolis unrest: CNN reporter arrested live on air

Omar Jimenez was reporting on protests in Minneapolis when he was detained by officers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2MbmL2I

Coronavirus: Italian minister Azzolina targeted with sexist abuse

Education Minister Lucia Azzolina and some other top officials now have police protection. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d9Kr3b

'Cannabis burned during worship' by ancient Israelites - study

Cannabis residues have been found on an altar in an ancient desert temple in Israel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Xcm1QS

Ethiopia accused by Amnesty of illegal killings and mass arrests

The incidents happened in 2019 when the prime minister won the Nobel Peace Prize, Amnesty says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gxoqgM

Thousands of TalkTalk users hit by internet problems

Firm says the issue is now resolved after customers across the UK reported connection difficulties. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MbBSc8 via IFTTT

Coronavirus: South Korea closes schools again after biggest spike in weeks

Schools that had just re-opened days ago have now been forced shut again after a spike in cases. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XdfRA8

What is it like being at school in South Korea?

Strict safety measures are in place, but more than 200 schools have been forced to close just days after they re-opened. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36QW8cV

Coronavirus: New mortgage holiday should affect credit rating, says Nationwide boss

The UK's biggest building society says struggling applicants should be flagged to lenders. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cfCmbM

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Hong Kong: What is the BNO and what does the UK move mean?

The UK waded into the Hong Kong security row by proposing more rights for holders of a special passport. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3deHQFg

Twitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

For the first time, Twitter has hidden a tweet on the president's profile behind a warning. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3esnb0y

Twitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

For the first time, Twitter has hidden a tweet on the president's profile behind a warning. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3esnb0y

UK could offer 'path to citizenship' for Hong Kong's British passport holders

Hong Kong residents holding a UK overseas passport could gain a route to UK citizenship. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ddsFMy

Twitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

For the first time, Twitter has hidden a tweet on the president's profile behind a warning. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3esnb0y via IFTTT

A Raspberry Pi robot with emotions and other tech news

BBC Click's Paul Carter looks at some of the best of the week's technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cf6Jiy via IFTTT

Renault cuts 15,000 jobs in major restructuring

The French carmaker announces a €2bn cost-cutting plan after seeing a collapse in sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TQ7kRv

Minneapolis protests continue: 'Nobody's listening'

Protests rock the Twin Cities area after the shocking death of an unarmed black man during an arrest. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zxHkDP

Coronavirus: 'I built a memorial to my grandfather on Animal Crossing'

One young woman used popular game Animal Crossing for her family tradition of Bai San. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3etq6Gb

When Covid-19 hit, zookeeper Caitlin Henderson ended up in lockdown with 70 spiders

When Covid-19 hit, zookeeper Caitlin Henderson ended up in lockdown with 70 spiders. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36IM8Cq

Lion attack in Australia leaves zookeeper badly injured

The woman is being treated for critical injuries after the incident in New South Wales, authorities say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cf4QCF

Gough Whitlam dismissal: Australian court grants access to Queen's letters

A historian argues they should be public record over the sacking of Australia's prime minister in 1975. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZNFc5i

Trump signs executive order targeting Twitter after fact-checking row

The US president's move follows a decision by Twitter to add a "fact-check" notice to his tweets. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Xb0pV5

Coronavirus: Chechen leader Kadyrov 'healthy' after Covid scare

Ramzan Kadyrov, a key ally of President Putin, did not deny having been to hospital in Moscow. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36NX1mx

Coronavirus: 111-year-old Chilean woman recovers

Juana Zúñiga contracted the virus at her care home near Santiago, where she is the oldest resident. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2M6wKpQ

Uber destroys thousands of bikes and scooters

Videos of the red bikes being crushed were shared online after Uber sold its Jump business to Lime. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XCI6XZ via IFTTT

Coronavirus: Harrods hits the shopping mall to stop congestion

The department store will open at a nearby Westfield centre to ensure social distancing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2M2ysIK

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India policeman's TikTok video helps family find missing father

A TikTok video filmed in north India helped a family on the other end of the country find their father. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dgA91q

Nissan shuts Barcelona plant with the loss of 2,800 jobs

Almost 3,000 jobs will go as Nissan, which owns a huge factory in Britain, reacts to falling car sales. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZQ0Shr

China's parliament backs Hong Kong security bill

China says the bill will rein in "terrorism" but many feel it will end Hong Kong's unique status. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TNSuee

Coastguard plans to add drones to air fleet

The use of unmanned aerial vehicles will form part of a new search and rescue contract. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZHUDMo via IFTTT

EasyJet plans to cut staff by up to 30%

The airline is struggling to cope with the collapse in demand for air travel caused by the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3eruVQk

Travel firms say quarantine plan must be scrapped

More than 70 industry bosses say a 14-day quarantine will put visitors off coming to the UK. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3d7VRoc

Trump to 'sign executive order about social media'

The latest dispute comes after Twitter added fact-check links to the president's tweets for the first time. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2X7xQI2

Trump to 'sign executive order about social media'

The latest dispute comes after Twitter added fact-check links to the president's tweets for the first time. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2X7xQI2 via IFTTT

Trump to 'sign executive order about social media'

The latest dispute comes after Twitter added fact-check links to the president's tweets for the first time. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X7xQI2

Coronavirus: Professional athletes train in lockdown

Professional and Olympic athletes have had to devise ways to continue their rigorous training. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36zgN4O

Coronavirus: What attacks on Asians reveal about American identity

Covid-inspired attacks on East Asian people in the US reveal uncomfortable truths about American identity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3c7ts0e

Coronavirus: How the advertising industry is changing

A large decline in advertising expenditure is hurting the sector, plus TV channels and newspapers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36FGn8j

EPA Administrator Wheeler Kicks Off Georgia Trip at Southern Belle Farm

EPA Administrator Wheeler Kicks Off Georgia Trip at Southern Belle Farm Region 04 McDonough, Ga. (May 27, 2020) — Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler kicked off his swing through Georgia by highlighting the critical role agriculture has with our society and well-being at Southern Belle Farm in McDonough. Published May 27, 2020 at 09:30AM Read more

The High Note: Why Tracee Ellis Ross 'only got better with age'

Tracee Ellis Ross says it's "absurd" that women over 50 have ever been "counted out". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ernloZ

Crossing Divides: The bomb maker turned peacemaker

Once part of the group behind the Bali bombing, now Ali Fauzi is on a mission to end terror. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2M6EA2A

Cocaine and Guinea-Bissau: How Africa's 'narco-state' is trying to kick its habit

Concern mounts about Guinea-Bissau commitment to curb drug trafficking, writes Ricci Shyrock. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Xbdb6d

Video streaming: Lockdown sees fifth of UK homes sign deals

Britons turned to Disney+ in droves, data suggests, but Apple TV has struggled to engage viewers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3erjNmF via IFTTT

Keeping fit in lockdown: Apps and sites which could help

Kate Russell looks at the online tools and guides helping motivate you to take exercise. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36z1ut2 via IFTTT

UK furlough scheme now covers 8.4 million workers

The scheme to pay wages of workers on leave because of coronavirus has now cost £15bn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X4tZvl

Hairdressers say they are ready to open in June

Salons are asking the government to let them open before July to cut hair. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X4653a

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Roman mosaic floor found under Italian vineyard

Authorities north of Verona in Italy found the well-preserved tile floor after decades of searching. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XyD66H

India heatwave: Delhi temperature hits 47C as north India reels

Delhi saw temperatures hit 47C, the highest in decades for this time of year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3etgPOF

Coronavirus: What are my rights as a non-essential shop worker?

Some shops will reopen from June, but what needs to be in place to keep staff safe? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TFj61e

Minnesota violence: Clashes over death of black man in police custody

Tear gas is fired at protesters angry at the death of a man pinned down by a policeman in Minnesota. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2A9V2wn

Man charged over deadly Kyoto animation studio fire

The arson attack killed 36 people, but Shinji Aoba was too badly burned to be detained until now. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2X43iXF

Mexico: Roma director Alfonso Cuarón makes plea for domestic workers

He says domestic workers laid of during the Covid-19 pandemic should continue to receive pay. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TIkksj

Australia's megafauna roamed the tropics with first humans but then disappeared

New evidence shows climate change may have wiped out Australia's giant beasts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eoE0cT

Record drop in energy investment, warns IEA think-tank

The pandemic has caused a record fall in energy investment and will likely lead to more pollution. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3c7aeb0

Coronavirus: Why Merkel may help fund Europe's recovery plan

Germany’s leader has agreed to shoulder some of the burden, but four "frugal" EU states are unhappy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3c1IuEJ

Tests vital for Africa's fight against coronavirus

Early successes have been hailed by some but governments must start getting more data, reports Anne Soy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XAbXQK

Coronavirus: The human cost of virus misinformation

A BBC team tracking coronavirus misinformation has found links to assaults, arsons and deaths - and the potential for even greater indirect harm. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zy9Bdg

Coronavirus: Lebanon's woes worsen as country pushed to the brink

Country was already rocked by unrest over the cost of living - then came coronavirus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TFqiKy

Mumbai: How Covid-19 has ravaged India's richest city

With nearly 30,000 cases, Mumbai accounts for more than a fifth of India's coronavirus infections. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zqNSEa

Record drop in energy investment, warns IEA think-tank

The pandemic has caused a record fall in energy investment and will likely lead to more pollution. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c7aeb0

Hong Kong ramps up security ahead of controversial bill reading

Protesters were urged to disrupt proceedings in an attempt to derail the bill's second reading. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2AeGN9O

Facebook shareholders try to block encryption plan

A groups of investors is concerned the social network could become a haven for child exploitation. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XtiDQG via IFTTT

Coronavirus: Apprentice star's ads banned over Covid-19 claims

Watchdog said Revival Shots had suggested its rehydration sachets could help treat the disease. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2X2yxT9 via IFTTT

Coronavirus: NHS app paves the way for 'immunity passports'

"Passports" showing individuals' health status could become the next front for fighting the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2B5eGu0 via IFTTT

Twitter tags Trump tweet with fact-checking warning

This is the first time the social media giant has said President Trump's tweet could be misleading. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3c78P49

Coronavirus: Climate change 'could have greater impact'

SSE reveals its "greenprint" for rebuilding "a cleaner and more resilient economy for the future". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2THjM5Y

Trafficked Nigerian women rescued from Lebanon

The 50 return home a month after a woman working as a maid in Beirut was found for sale on Facebook. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2M1vLY6

Coronavirus: French alarm at Covid-linked Med pollution

Environmentalists in the south of France find masks and gloves littering the seabed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2B3VUTR

White woman called police on black man in dog row

The woman has now been suspended from her job at an investment firm in New York City. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d2Zuvn

Clickbait and podcasts: France frowns on English words

The French language enrichment commission announces a new list of alternatives to English terms. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2X1l7Xl

Australia bushfires: Hundreds of deaths linked to smoke, inquiry hears

More than 4,000 people were admitted to hospital due to the smoke, a government inquiry has heard. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3elfWHQ

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Alberta minister says ban on protests means 'great time' to build pipeline

Alberta's energy minister cites a ban on protests when asked about a controversial project in Canada. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bXLSjO

Car dealership 'to trust customers' on test drives

No staff member will accompany members of the public on test drives as part of social distancing measures. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36xbuDe

Stanley Ho: Hong Kong's 'king of gambling' dies aged 98

Ho was credited with steering Macau to overtake Las Vegas as the gambling capital of the world. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LXkWGa

Alberta minister says ban on protests means 'great time' to build pipeline

Alberta's energy minister cites a ban on protests when asked about a controversial project in Canada. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bXLSjO

Zara Abid: Model presumed dead in Pakistan plane crash abused online

Zara Abid, 28, was being mourned by friends and family, but then trolls began abusing her legacy online. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zv62Vc

Stanley Ho: Hong Kong's 'king of gambling' dies aged 98

Ho was credited with steering Macau to overtake Las Vegas as the gambling capital of the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LXkWGa

Aston Martin chief leaves amid share price collapse

The struggling luxury carmaker says goodbye to Andy Palmer and welcomes Tobias Moers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AbRKsl

Coronavirus: What's the future for the office?

As companies hint at more home-working, how could our work culture be about to shift? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XwmOLw

Covid-19 brings remote medicine revolution to the UK

Doctors are finding new ways of working including reviewing patients' scans and X-rays at home. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zlJyGg via IFTTT

Drone to deliver masks to Scottish island

During a two-week trial, the unmanned aircraft will deliver supplies to the Isle of Mull. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zxYqB8 via IFTTT

Republican National Convention: Trump threatens to move event from North Carolina

The president wants North Carolina to ensure there are no restrictions on crowds due to the pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d56O9T

Boy, 12, followed down mountain by brown bear

Alessandro was hiking with his family in northern Italy when they realised he was being followed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LZehvf

Coronavirus: New York Stock Exchange trading floor to reopen

The resumption of floor trading comes after a two-month closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2X2YB0A

Coronavirus: New York Stock Exchange trading floor to reopen

The resumption of floor trading comes after a two-month closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X2YB0A

Hong Kong security law: Carrie Lam dismisses concerns over rights

Carrie Lam says a security law planned by China is a "responsible" move which won't infringe on rights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gkkjVb

Coronavirus: The strangers reaching out to Kyrgyzstan's lonely teenagers

Worried by teens' mental health struggles during Kyrgyzstan's coronavirus lockdown, one group acted. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2B1xoTk

Find out which masks off the most protection and why

You may have heard the term N95 but what does it mean and why are some masks rated higher than others? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zjKz1v via IFTTT

Coronavirus outbreak: Five ways Europe is easing lockdown

Jogging in a Madrid park, having a Czech beer, taking a Greek ferry - Europe is opening up more. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3edTQqD

Suriname election: Will a convicted murderer be re-elected?

Suriname's President Desi Bouterse was convicted of murder but he is confident he will be re-elected. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bVX7sV

Nikoloz Basilashvili: Georgian tennis star charged with assaulting ex-wife

Nikoloz Basilashvili is accused by his ex-wife of attacking her - an allegation he denies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36s96gV

Volkswagen loses landmark German 'dieselgate' case

A ruling in a German court could have implications for other VW motorists seeking compensation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TDyo6m

Coronavirus: Americans flock to beaches on Memorial Day weekend

People are seen flouting restrictions on what is known in the US as the unofficial start of summer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2B2qvkN

Marie Cau: First transgender mayor elected in France

The council of Tilloy-lez-Marchiennes chose Marie Cau as their new mayor on Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2X3TSM9

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The Metro Manila priests fighting coronavirus with the cross

Catholic priests in Metro Manila are risking their lives to serve their poverty-stricken community. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LUrENj

Formula E driver disqualified for gamer swap-in

Formula E driver Daniel Abt is disqualified and ordered to pay £8,900 to charity for getting a professional gamer to compete under his name in an official esports race. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gm0Ovp via IFTTT

Coronavirus: How Chinese rivals are trying to take Zoom's crown

The coronavirus lockdown has fuelled the market for teleconferencing technology apps. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZA08Ni via IFTTT

Could coronavirus kickstart more accessible tech?

Video calling has risen during the pandemic but for some disabled people it also brought challenges. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TCKzjV via IFTTT

Grenfell fears prevent timber building boom

Plans to reduce the height of wood-based properties contradicts advice to increase construction. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Xr1tTF

Hong Kong security law 'needed to tackle terrorism'

The territory's security chief says the controversial security law will save the city from violence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Tv8GB9

Western Australia storm: Ex-cyclone brings widespread damage to coast

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New Zealand earthquake hits during PM Ardern live TV interview

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Tiger Woods & Peyton Manning beat Tom Brady & Phil Mickelson in $20m charity match

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Coronavirus: Chile's president says healthcare system 'very close to the limit'

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Could you have to pay your bank to save money?

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Family of exiled top Saudi officer Saad al-Jabri 'targeted'

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Coronavirus in Sudan exposes new leaders

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Caribbean tourism reels from coronavirus

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'I left my campervan in Argentina'

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Coronavirus: UK government draws up plan to rescue key firms

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Bundesliga: Timo Werner scores three as Leipzig thrash Mainz

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For farms and farmers: on launching of Rajiv Gandhi Kisan Nyay Yojana

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Danger in the air: On PIA flight crash

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UK must agree 'air bridges', warn business groups

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Afghanistan: Taliban prisoner release amid Eid al-Fitr ceasefire

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Coronavirus: Could these social distancing hacks make it to market?

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Coronavirus in South Africa: Outbreak closes AngloGold Ashanti mine

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Coronavirus: Could these social distancing hacks make it to market?

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Coronavirus: China accuses US of spreading 'conspiracies'

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Iran oil tanker reaches Venezuela amid US tension

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In pictures: Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr amid coronavirus

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Coronavirus: Jaguar Land Rover in talks over government loan

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Nasa SpaceX launch: Astronauts complete rehearsal for historic mission

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Netanyahu trial: Israeli prime minister faces Jerusalem court

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Western Australia prepares for 'once-in-a-decade' storm

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Hong Kong: World political figures condemn China's security law plan

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Has the virus prompted an early mid-life crisis for some?

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Stan's Donuts: A farewell to a shop closed by coronavirus

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Rwanda genocide: How Félicien Kabuga evaded capture for 26 years

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Coronavirus: Why reopening French schools is a social emergency

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LG Polymers: Was negligence behind India's deadly gas leak?

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Coronavirus: Which health claims are circulating online?

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Coronavirus: The 3D artists helping fashion through Covid-19

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Afghanistan: Taliban announce three-day Eid ceasefire with government

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Coronavirus: New York state daily death toll drop below 100

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Coronavirus: Over 40 Covid-19 cases traced to church service in Germany

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Coronavirus: Anti-lockdown car protest draws thousands

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Berlin WW2 bombing survivor Saturn the alligator dies in Moscow Zoo

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La Liga can resume from 8 June, says Spain's prime minister

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Hertz: Car rental firm files for US bankruptcy protection

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Hana Kimura: Netflix star and Japanese wrestler dies at 22

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Hertz: Car rental firm files for US bankruptcy protection

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Ramadan: German church opens doors for Muslim prayers

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Wikipedia sets new rule to combat “toxic behaviour”

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Coronavirus: Is it safe to visit US national parks?

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Pakistan plane crash: 'All I could see was fire'

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Coronavirus: Protective badges and cannabis claims fact-checked

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Coronavirus in Kenya: 'I buried my cousin on Facebook Live'

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Week in pictures: 16-22 May 2020

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Coronavirus in the Maldives: The couple trapped on never-ending honeymoon

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Heinrich Himmler: How a fake stamp led to the Nazi SS leader's capture

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Coronavirus: Can children catch and pass on coronavirus?

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Brazil court releases foul-mouthed Bolsonaro video

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Canada v US: Loon stabs eagle through heart

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Theo Paphitis: ‘Retail will never, ever be the same again’

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Pakistan International Airlines passenger plane crashes in Karachi

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Son 'kills father' during Zoom video chat in New York state

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Coronavirus: Wetherspoons sets out post-lockdown plan for pubs

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Son 'kills father' during Zoom video chat in New York state

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Drones help to plant seedpods and other tech news

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Amazon trials online food delivery in India

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UK borrowing soars to cope with impact of virus

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Coronavirus: Retail sales crash in April as lockdown hits shops

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Mortgage payment holiday extended for further three months

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Cyclone Amphan: Survivors return to face destruction left by storm

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China scraps annual economic growth target for first time

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Coronavirus: Flexible working will be a new normal after virus

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Jamal Khashoggi: Saudi journalist's family 'forgives' his killers

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Singapore quizzer finally wins $10k after Tony Hadley's message

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China scraps annual economic growth target for first time

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Coronavirus: Flexible working will be a new normal after virus

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Coronavirus: The Bolivian orchestra stranded in a German castle

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Coronavirus: Is Latin America the next epicentre of the pandemic?

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Coronavirus sparks a sanitary pad crisis in India

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Get ready for the 'holy grail' of computer graphics

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Africa's week in pictures: 15 - 21 May 2020

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Zuckerberg: Facebook to 'take down' coronavirus misinformation

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Zuckerberg: Facebook in 'arms race' against electoral interference

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Zuckerberg: Facebook to 'take down' coronavirus misinformation

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Zuckerberg: Facebook in 'arms race' against electoral interference

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Mastercard staff can work from home 'until ready'

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Zack Snyder's Justice League re-cut headed for HBO Max

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UK interest in online casinos at 'all-time high' in lockdown

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Amphan: Indian city of Kolkata devastated by cyclone

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Pakistan girls: Man arrested for 'murdering cousins over video'

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Tony Hadley, a radio quiz, one syllable - and a $10,000 riddle

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US Senate passes bill that could delist some Chinese firms

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US Senate passes bill that could delist some Chinese firms

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Mika Brzezinski: TV host blasts 'sick' Trump's conspiracy theory

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Ex-Trump lawyer Cohen to be freed from prison

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Coronavirus: World sees highest daily increase in virus cases - WHO

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Coronavirus: Sleepless nights for doctors in a war zone

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Coronavirus: What does it mean for natural disaster response?

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Doctor who raised concerns over PPE shortage admitted to mental hospital

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Colombia: How armed gangs are using lockdown to target activists

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Coronavirus: Universities fear fall in lucrative overseas students

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Coronavirus: The Russian republic enduring a 'catastrophe'

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Africa didn't dither but faces long coronavirus fight

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Coronavirus: Tinder boss says 'dramatic' changes to dating

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Coronavirus: Serco apologises for sharing contact tracers' email addresses

Outsourcing giant Serco has apologised for the data breach, which affects almost 300 people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cLiL4A via IFTTT

Canada Facebook fines $6.5m over 'false' privacy claims

Canada's Competition Bureau said the tech firm improperly shared users' data with third parties. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cLsqbn via IFTTT

BND: Court curbs German spy agency's bugging abroad

The BND intelligence agency is told to limit its monitoring of foreigners' data overseas. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2X9kPwF via IFTTT

Coronavirus: Rolls-Royce to cut 9,000 jobs worldwide

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Coronavirus lockdown: The Indian migrants dying to get home

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Zelensky's Ukraine: Why comic's dream of transformation may be over

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Does chloroquine work against coronavirus?

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Coronavirus: What are President Trump's charges against the WHO?

The World Health Organization rejects US criticism it mishandled the early days of the coronavirus outbreak. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ag2p1v

Coronavirus: What's the risk on public transport?

Bus and train operators are reducing services and increasing cleaning. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Iz0o5k

Amphan: Heavy rains in India and Bangladesh as cyclone bears down

Cyclone Amphan is expected to make landfall near the border between the two countries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cZ0e4A

Coronavirus: World Bank warns 60m at risk of 'extreme poverty'

The financial impact of the coronavirus is hitting poor nations hard and destroying millions of livelihoods. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TmNxcg

Roe v Wade: Woman behind US abortion ruling was paid to recant

Norma McCorvey, better known as Jane Roe, says she took money from evangelicals to condemn abortion. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zPeq1A

Coronavirus: World Bank warns 60m at risk of 'extreme poverty'

The financial impact of the coronavirus is hitting poor nations hard and destroying millions of livelihoods. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TmNxcg

Social distancing: When extreme weather and coronavirus collide

People displaced by extreme weather are forced to break Covid-19 social distancing safety guidelines. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XdU9e3

Correcting the Record: EPA Administrator Responds to Inaccurate "Staff Report"

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Facebook Shops: Online stores open on Facebook and Instagram

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Trump says US topping world virus cases is 'badge of honour'

Mr Trump argues the US having the most coronavirus cases in the world is actually "a good thing". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zVCKz2

Venezuelan bank files legal claim with Bank of England over gold

The Central Bank of Venezuela says the gold's value could be used to tackle coronavirus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ymD6hG

Teenage boy charged in Canada's first 'incel' terror case

The 17-year-old boy is accused of fatally stabbing a woman at an erotic massage parlour this year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2XbIaOj

Rami Makhlouf: The rift at the heart of Syria's ruling family

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Coronavirus bites into Australia's bushfire recovery

Some tourist towns had barely survived fires when the virus hit, and locals say they are struggling. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZjO0Qd

Coronavirus in Africa: Contained or unrecorded?

The continent has had less than 100,000 cases so far, but could be in for a prolonged outbreak. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WM0rTe

Oil collapse: 'Right now everything I have is shut down'

After years of boom, is the US oil industry now going bust? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WJsYJa

China abductions: Parents find son snatched in hotel 32 years ago

Li Jingzhi quit her job to search China for her son, Mao Yin, who went missing in 1988. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36eo1uM

Coronavirus: Bosses' bonuses banned in exchange for virus loans

The Treasury and the Bank of England will restrict company payouts for firms seeking taxpayer funds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2TmVVZo

Thai Airways saved from the brink by government

Thailand's national carrier had been waiting for the government to approve its restructuring plan. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LHUUqm

Coronavirus: Brazil records third-highest Covid-19 infection level

Brazil is now only behind the US and Russia in numbers of confirmed cases of coronavirus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bESCCV

Coronavirus vaccine: First evidence jab can train immune system

Larger trials now needed to see if the vaccine can protect against the coronavirus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LCCiIp

Disney's head of streaming to become CEO of TikTok

Kevin Mayer will be in charge of the global development of the short-form video platform. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZhYSxR

Nasdaq to tighten rules amid concerns over Chinese firms

The move comes as tensions rise between there US and China and the Luckin Coffee scandal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36jgV8E

Huge rise in people claiming unemployment benefit

The claimant count went up by 856,500 to 2.097 million in April, the first full month of the lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/36ebHe1

Ovo Energy to close offices and cut 2,600 jobs

The new owner of SSE's retail division says the lockdown has forced it to accelerate cost-cutting measures. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fYi2Pj

Amphan: India evacuates millions ahead of super cyclone

The storm is expected to make landfall on Wednesday on India's eastern coast. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3fZznY9

From 'how to' to hair dye: our lockdown web searches

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Elon Musk: Tesla raises cost of 'self-driving' cars

Elon Musk hikes the price of Tesla's "self-driving" option by $1,000 and says it will continue to rise. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3g3LIe4 via IFTTT

Coronavirus: Uber announces drastic cuts to secure its future

Uber announces drastic action to scale back its business as its losses balloon amid pandemic lockdowns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TcbZwX via IFTTT

How disabled people are problem-solving in the pandemic

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Coronavirus: Trump gives WHO ultimatum over Covid-19 handling

The US president accuses the UN agency of having an "alarming lack of independence" from China. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2AyrTer

Coronavirus: Young people 'most likely to lose work' in lockdown

One in three young workers is earning less than before the coronavirus outbreak, a report suggests. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bPTxAQ

Elon Musk: Tesla raises cost of 'self-driving' cars

Elon Musk hikes the price of Tesla's "self-driving" option by $1,000 and says it will continue to rise. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3g3LIe4

Coronavirus: Chile protesters clash with police over lockdown

Police use tear gas and water cannon to disperse protesters in Santiago's El Bosque district. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bKPzJo

Disney's head of streaming to become CEO of TikTok

Kevin Mayer will be in charge of the global development of the short-form video platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZhYSxR via IFTTT

Coronavirus lockdown: The harmonica player giving cheer to neighbours

Frederic Yonnet is an urban jazz harmonica player who believes music can bridge social distancing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2yiHr5u

Dark web scammers exploit Covid-19 fear and doubt

From miracle cures to co-ordinated hacking the dark web is a hive of coronavirus scamming. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fXRUEi via IFTTT

Dark web scammers exploit Covid-19 fear and doubt

From miracle cures to co-ordinated hacking the dark web is a hive of coronavirus scamming. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3fXRUEi

Burundi election: Nkurunziza set to become 'supreme guide'

Burundi's president did everything to remain in power five years ago but is now stepping down - officially at least. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LDkcpw

Burkina Faso unveils 'corrected' Thomas Sankara statue

A new monument to the African nationalist hero is unveiled after parts of the original "melted". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LznfPM

Night at the museum: Man breaks into dinosaur exhibit, taking selfies

An international student broke into Australia's oldest museum, taking selfies with the exhibits. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZhejXc

Sir Frederick Barclay's nephew 'caught with bugging device' at Ritz hotel

CCTV footage from the Ritz hotel is at the centre of a row between the families of the Barclay twins. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WIW0bX

Coronavirus: Vauxhall's Luton plant reopens production

Managing director Stephen Norman says 800 out of 1,600 staff have returned to work. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WH9CnP

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Coronavirus: Shopping centre giant Intu warns of debt default risk

Trafford Centre-owner Intu is asking lenders for breathing space as coronavirus hampers recovery. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WE3pJu

Hong Kong: Lawmakers carried out during parliament mayhem

Pro-democracy lawmakers were dragged out by guards during a row partly about the Chinese national anthem. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dTP15C

Coronavirus: Stilton sales plunge 30% amid pandemic

Makers of the UK's only trademarked cheese hope the British public will start buying more of the product. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bDvrcp

Coronavirus football: FC Seoul apologises for 'sex dolls' in stands

A company that produces sex toys gave the club 30 mannequins to fill some of their empty seats. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TjiKgy

Coronavirus: Bridgend Ford return to work marks 40 years

The engine plant's re-opening after a Covid-19 shutdown will only be for a final few months. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X0h6RW

Coronavirus: How have independent shopkeepers been faring?

How high street independent shops have battled to stay loyal to customers during the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Zf1qgy

Rich List: Inventor Sir James Dyson is UK's richest person

The entrepreneur replaces the Hinduja brothers after increasing his wealth by £3.6bn. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2X1LrQb via IFTTT

Coronavirus: UCC fashion students turn to Instagram for graduation show

Students from University Centre Colchester were due to stage a graduation fashion show this month. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fVZS0K via IFTTT

Coronavirus: Live entertainment is evolving online to be a lifeline

Creative minds are coming up with new ideas to give us back some of the human connection we've lost. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZfYUX8 via IFTTT

Ryanair says passenger numbers set to halve

But the airline says it will weather the coronavirus crisis and emerge stronger afterwards. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2XcCIe6

Japan's economy slips into recession amid coronavirus woes

The world's third biggest economy has fallen into recession for the first time in more than four years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2ZeQKyq

Japan's economy slips into recession amid coronavirus woes

The world's third biggest economy has fallen into recession for the first time in more than four years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZeQKyq

Coronavirus: Can India replace China as world's factory?

Delhi is keen to exploit any shift in global investment flows prompted by the coronavirus crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36cNo07

Coronavirus: Hospitals in Brazil's São Paulo 'near collapse'

Public hospitals in São Paulo have reached 90% capacity for emergency beds, the city's mayor warns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3g0ljhe

Afghan maternity ward attack: The woman nursing the babies of murdered mothers

Firooza Omar volunteered to nurse newborns after a deadly attack on an Afghan maternity ward. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Ay0gCd

Coronavirus: Heath workers face violent attacks in Mexico

While in many countries doctors and nurses are being praised for their work on the coronavirus front line, in Mexico dozens have been attacked. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2X8j2Yq

Coronavirus: Why Africans should take part in vaccine trials

Scientists in Africa explain that any trials would be properly regulated and so the scare stories should be ignored. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bG8oxp

The man who bought 60,000 oil and gas wells

Rusty Hutson Jr is the boss of fast-growing US energy firm Diversified Gas & Oil. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2yghzXW

India extends coronavirus lockdown by two weeks

The country's major cities will remain under strict restrictions, with some relaxation elsewhere. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2AtlLnJ

Israel swears in unity government after long political crisis

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his rival Benny Gantz agree to share power amid virus crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T8gj0b

Coronavirus: Barack Obama and Lebron James congratulate US graduates

Many schools in the US have had to cancel graduation ceremonies, so famous faces have sent the students messages. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36enLME

Jorge Armenta: Mexican journalist killed in 'armed attack'

Jorge Armenta, director of Medios Obson, had received threats and was under government protection. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3fZf39c

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Félicien Kabuga: Rwanda genocide survivors happy with arrest

A widows' group says "everyone has been waiting" for his apprehension, 26 years after the slaughter. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bLieyl

Meet the baby orangutans learning to climb trees

Baby orangutans are learning new skills from their human surrogate parents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LAy8AO

Chinese ambassador to Israel found dead at home

China has yet to comment on news of the death of Du Wei, who became ambassador in February. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zOBSfa

Hash oil factory blast injures 11 firefighters in Los Angeles

Crews tackling a blaze are hit by a fireball and have to run through a wall of flame to safety. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ZchTlC

Pakistan 'honour killing': Two girls die over mobile video

The teenage Pakistani girls were reportedly killed by a relative after video showed them with a man. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/366YYda

German Bundesliga returns: What did football's new reality look like?

The German Bundesliga restarts and gives a glimpse into what the Premier League and other top leagues may look like. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zOtgoT

My Money: 'No expenditure at all today!'

Bex Young from Dundee takes us through her spending in a week in her life in lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dLKK42

Coronavirus: The couples for whom love doesn't wait

The coronavirus outbreak may have scuppered many wedding plans, but plenty of couples are still getting engaged. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bGS4MS

Coronavirus: Obama criticises Trump administration's virus response

The former US president says top officials "aren't even pretending to be in charge" amid the crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/365ene4

HS2 'badly off course' with bosses 'blindsided', MPs say

A damning parliamentary report raises questions about transparency on the high-speed rail project. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LBMW2c

Steve Linick: Democrats probe Trump's firing of inspector general

The president's firing of the state department's inspector general will be investigated by Congress. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3fS3vox

Coronavirus: Can gaming help stop lockdown loneliness?

Gamers like Millicent say their online adventures are helping them stay connected to friends in lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WBbUoD via IFTTT

Coronavirus: Why Taiwan won't have a seat at the virus talks

As the world meets to tackle the coronavirus crisis, one of the most successful countries is not invited. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zOR9g3

Gedhun Choekyi Niyima: Tibetan Buddhism's 'reincarnated' leader who disappeared aged six

Twenty-five years after the Panchen Lama disappeared, Tibetans abroad urge China to reveal his fate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2X1uLrX

Plinofficial: The downfall of a Russian rapper who loved dollars

How did a young Russian rapper become accused by the FBI of working with global cybercriminals? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WDhgzG

How Covid-19 is threatening Central America's economic lifeline

Many communities rely heavily on remittances but these are drying up due to coronavirus lockdowns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dK2AEG

Letter from Africa: Spare a thought for stranded migrants

Ismail Einashe writes that migrants are facing a tougher time since the outbreak of coronavirus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bFsQym

One every eight minutes: India's missing children

Many of those who vanish are trafficked and exploited, but there's little public outrage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zFYpei

Coronavirus: How face masks are becoming fashionable

With governments recommending face masks, the fashion world is ensuring they remain on trend. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z9F5k9

Borussia Dortmund 4-0 Schalke: Haaland scores in Dortmund win on Bundesliga return

Erling Braut Haaland scores for Borussia Dortmund as they mark the return of the Bundesliga during the coronavirus outbreak with a convincing derby win over Schalke. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cEaNtY

New York Giants's Deandre Baker surrenders after robbery charge

The other accused, Quinton Dunbar of the Seattle Seahawks, is still wanted by police in Florida. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dOVzlZ

Are online volunteers taking work from hard-up freelancers?

Furloughed workers are offering their skills for free, but some freelancers are taking issue with the trend. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cCY8HJ via IFTTT

Bosnia: Protesters condemn Mass for WWII Croat Nazi collaborators

Thousands of people march in the Bosnian capital Sarajevo against a service to honour Nazi-allied Croatian soldiers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TdN8Zx

JC Penney: US department store files for bankruptcy

The 118-year-old company has warned stores will close as a result of the filing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zHBpvy

Eurovision: Singers from cancelled contest say thank you

With the song contest cancelled, this year's Eurovision artists have recorded a message for fans. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T5JbpR

ICYMI: Seals, North Korea and penguins at a museum

Here are some stories you may have missed this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Tb53jM

Félicien Kabuga: Rwanda genocide suspect arrested in France

Businessman Félicien Kabuga is alleged to have financed the groups that carried out the Rwandan genocide. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ybSk98

Tracking the outbreak in maps and charts

Key maps and charts explaining how the respiratory virus has spread around the world and how it is being dealt with. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2vkUT6Z

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German Bundesliga: Season resumes after coronavirus shutdown

The German Bundesliga becomes the first major European league to restart after the coronavirus shutdown this weekend. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WYTrBu

Fariba Adelkhah: French academic 'jailed for six years' in Iran

Fariba Adelkhah's lawyer says she has been convicted of national security charges. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cDLkki

Steve Linick: Trump fires state department inspector general

Steve Linick was investigating Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, a senior Democrat says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zFxejK

India coronavirus lockdown: Road accident kills 24 migrant workers

Millions of Indian workers are travelling home after losing their jobs in the coronavirus lockdown. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2z57Eor

Little things people are doing while socially distanced

We saw flyovers by the Blue Angels, the Obamas reading to people online, and a socially distant table for one in Sweden. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3fVUiLA

Coronavirus: Italy to lift travel restrictions as lockdown eases

The government will allow travel to and from the country as of 3 June, as it eases its lockdown. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z8SARp

Kobe Bryant helicopter crash post-mortem released

An examination finds that all nine victims of the crash died as a result of blunt force trauma. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z8rvxq

Coronavirus: Two Americas in the nation's capital

Social and racial divides play out in Washington DC as the city, and nation, grapple with Covid-19. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zHi4ut

Coronavirus leaves Gulf migrant workers stranded

For decades, migrant workers built the economies of the Gulf, but Covid-19 has left them stranded. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Lzv9Zf

Coronavirus in Nigeria: The child beggars at the heart of the outbreak

Tens of thousands of Koranic school children were recently sent home, unwittingly helping to spread coronavirus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dNNduU

Coronavirus: Why “shark attacks” won’t go down as Covid deaths

Infowars claims about testing, the viral body bag video in Brazil and other claims fact-checked. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/367LYUS

EPA Proposes Relief for Small Businesses by Restoring Wood Heater Sales Opportunities Lost to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency

EPA Proposes Relief for Small Businesses by Restoring Wood Heater Sales Opportunities Lost to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Headquarters, Air and Radiation (OAR) WASHINGTON (May 15, 2020) — Due to the nation-wide spread of the COVID-19 virus, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to allow more time for retailers to sell Step 1-certified residential wood heating devices. This proposed action Published May 15, 2020 at 09:30AM Read more

Burning EU flag can now bring German jail term

Defiling the European Union's emblem and other foreign flags will be classed as a hate crime. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WVvBGA

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Coronavirus: Royal Mail boss Rico Back in surprise exit

Rico Back leaves after less than two years in the role amid reports he ran the firm from Switzerland. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fNghEC

Coronavirus: Surrogate babies stranded in Ukraine

Babies born to surrogate mothers are stuck in Ukraine due to coronavirus lockdown measures. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T9CFON

German economy in biggest contraction for 11 years

It shrank by 2.2% in the first quarter as the coronavirus pandemic took its toll on activity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cxNnGs

William Hill punters bet on table tennis in sports lull

William Hill says gamblers have switched to "alternative sports" during the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LrI27R

Coronavirus: Baltic states open a pandemic 'travel bubble'

Residents of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania can now travel freely between the three nations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zGOftI

Coronavirus: How much will it cost the UK?

The pandemic will cost the government hundreds of billions of pounds. Where will it all come from? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2X2gET4

Aarogya Setu: Why India's Covid-19 contact tracing app is controversial

Aarogya Setu, India's contact tracing app, has crossed 100 million downloads, but has raised concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35YykDc via IFTTT

US church sues after bible study 'Zoombombed' by child abuse

A hacker took over worshippers' computers and played 'sickening' images of child abuse, the suit says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/361nEnt via IFTTT

A passenger drone hotel and other technology news

BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dT5yXD via IFTTT

How coronavirus is changing NHS technology

Hospitals across the UK have been making improvements to their technology in response to Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bybfZe via IFTTT

Mexico at 'peak moment' of coronavirus crisis after biggest daily rise in cases

The country records its largest one-day rise in cases of the virus so far. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WYHbRh

Coronavirus 'could cost global economy $8.8tn' says ADB

It comes as authorities around the world have taken aggressive action to support their economies. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WYXDkp

Coronavirus: How 'overreaction' made Vietnam a virus success

Vietnam chose to prevent rather than fight Covid-19, a strategy which means it has had no virus deaths. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T7dqg4

Coronavirus: WTO head steps down a year early as downturn looms

Roberto Azevedo's exit comes as global trade is expected to slump to historic lows amid the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dN8bKg

Coronavirus: WTO head steps down a year early as downturn looms

Roberto Azevedo's exit comes as global trade is expected to slump to historic lows amid the pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dN8bKg

Grand Theft Auto free download crashes Epic Games store

Within minutes of the offer going live the website began experiencing glitches. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zGCTG8 via IFTTT

Coronavirus: Is Putin rushing Russia out of lockdown?

The Russian president has declared a six-week lockdown over but the infection rate is still very high. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/36bUeTT

Coronavirus: How the pandemic is relaxing US drinking laws

Many states are relaxing rules about selling alcohol to-go to accommodate Covid closures. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T8fSmC

Appalachian Trail: Covid postpones the great American adventure

For Americans are missing the great outdoors, the Appalachian Trail is waiting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zyfyqd

Coronavirus: How exposed is your job?

See how your job compares to others in terms of exposure to disease and closeness to other people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z1Ib9W

Aarogya Setu: Why India's Covid-19 contact tracing app is controversial

Aarogya Setu, India's contact tracing app, has crossed 100 million downloads, but has raised concerns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35YykDc

Coronavirus: False claims viewed by millions on YouTube

About one in four most-viewed coronavirus videos on YouTube contain false claims, research suggests. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LvC1Xu via IFTTT

Coronavirus Sanofi: France resists idea of US getting vaccine first

The government says French drug giant Sanofi should not prioritise the US market. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T48DMo

Germany far right: Explosives found at elite soldier's home

Investigators suspect the 45-year-old sergeant major of links to the far right. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T6bNz4

Coronavirus: New Zealand reopens with midnight barbers queues

Shops, cafes and parks reopen for New Zealanders - and some keen customers can't wait until morning. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dKdZEp

China relocates villagers living in 800m-high cliffs in anti-poverty drive

The village became famous for the precarious rattan ladder its residents used to get home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Ams7oR

Matt Damon breaks Irish lockdown cover with surprise radio call

A local radio station had been trying to get in contact with Damon for weeks before he phoned in. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WWEwrg

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Remdesivir: Five Indian and Pakistani firms to make drug to 'fight coronavirus'

The deal between Gilead and companies in South Asia will help make the drug for 127 countries. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z1iq9N

Tesco changes bonus rules after Ocado success hits pay

Dave Lewis and other executives see pay boost after high-flying Ocado is removed from bonus calculator. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WNdvGA

Coronavirus: Lloyd's of London says claims to be biggest since 9/11

Insurance market Lloyd's of London says it expects coronavirus-related claims to cost it up to $4.3bn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Lqx3vt

Burkina Faso: Twelve terror suspects 'found dead in their cells'

An investigation is launched after 12 people die in police cells overnight in Burkina Faso. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Z0oAqB

Wristband helps workers maintain social distancing

Rolled out at the port of Antwerp the device vibrates if the wearer is too close to another worker. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Lq7bzH via IFTTT

Music royalties reach a record high - but a storm is coming

More than £800m was distributed to artists and writers last year, but a storm is coming. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cvVYJJ

Buzzfeed closing UK and Australian news operations

The online media company says it will be focusing on stories for its US audiences. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35WIfJp

Coronavirus: Trump says Dr Fauci's warning 'not acceptable'

The president criticises his task force expert's caution about reopening the US too quickly. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dFuWzV

Coronavirus puts spotlight on landmark year for nature

The pandemic could have an impact on conservation efforts for years to come, say conservation experts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/364vEEk

Coronavirus: Uber and Addison Lee to install protective screens

Addison Lee and Uber are installing partitions and providing taxi drivers with protective gear. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dG1KJ0

Fed warns of slow recovery without more virus relief

The comments by the head of America's central bank come as the US debates additional relief. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35W5IKZ

Republicans snatch rare prize of California seat

It is the first Republican win from a Democrat in the liberal stronghold since 1998. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dJXPek

Why this ICU nurse treating Covid patients could be deported

Jonathan Vargas Andres is one of many 'Dreamer' nurses awaiting a key Supreme Court decision. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YYOg76

Somalia's coronavirus khat bans leaves chewers in a stew

Somalia's government curbs the use of khat after raising concern that it could help spread Covid-19. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WwBrzo

Coronavirus: France's boom city Toulouse shaken by pandemic

There are fears France's fastest growing city this decade could be vulnerable after the pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TjaD3F

Coronavirus: Uber and Addison Lee to install protective screens

Addison Lee and Uber are installing partitions and providing taxi drivers with protective gear. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dG1KJ0 via IFTTT

Robert De Niro on coronavirus lockdown and US politics

The Oscar winning actor spoke to the BBC about life in New York during the outbreak and the country's leadership. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35YWXQb

China's Luckin Coffee sacks bosses amid accounting scandal

Its chief executive and chief operating officer were sacked after a probe into an accounting scandal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WsZuik

Iceland's ancestry records give coronavirus clues

Why Iceland's population records and a blood bank could reveal secrets of the coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bt4nfy via IFTTT

Tui warns of 8,000 job losses as it cuts costs

The travel firm says earnings will be significantly lower because of the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2zBF5is

'I was shunned over coronavirus fears'

Coronavirus stigma surrounds the East African nation's health workers, patients and survivors. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2yHr7eQ

UK economy shrinks at fastest pace since financial crisis

The economy contracted by 2% in the first three months of the year, official figures show. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fIUT3b

Coronavirus: Twitter allows staff to work from home 'forever'

The social media company said its work-from-home approach during the lockdown had been a success. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2T0bLch via IFTTT

Coronavirus: Twitter allows staff to work from home 'forever'

The social media company said its work-from-home approach during the lockdown had been a success. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2T0bLch

Coronavirus: Crew on virus-hit cruise ship allowed to disembark in Uruguay

Passengers on the Greg Mortimer had already left the ship last month. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35W6l7h

Coronavirus: Self-employed grant scheme to open to applications

Grants will be paid into the accounts of eligible people six days after applying, the government says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dDL44U

Coronavirus: India announces $264bn economic rescue package

Narendra Modi outlines financial support for farmers and small businesses hit by the virus shutdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fEz4lD

Rapper 6ix9ine has $200k charity donation rejected

US charity No Kid Hungry says it has a policy of rejecting funding from donors who do not fit its values. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zughbY

Coronavirus and tipping: Will the outbreak make us more generous?

One service says tips are up 99%, and there's a powerful factor which affects how people give to others. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3fErLu2

The faded beauty of abandoned cars

Photographer Dieter Klein searched Europe and the US to discover cars lost to time. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WU6NPr

Saudi Arabia: Just how deep are its troubles?

It has been rocked by coronavirus, an oil price collapse and the fallout from a high-profile murder. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cqiaFi

Coronavirus: China’s new army of tough-talking diplomats

How Beijing is mounting an aggressive campaign to defend its handling of the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WPgYVf

Joe Biden assault claim: What does 'believe women' mean now?

The rallying cry of the #MeToo movement has been tested by allegations against Joe Biden. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WOZc4y

India coronavirus: How cake and songs made police pandemic heroes

India's lockdown has brought the police and public closer, but will it last? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T0tyzV

Coronavirus: 'We feel so lost' - Young face job despair

History shows school leavers' job prospects are often hardest hit after this kind of economic slump. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WSul74

Facebook to pay $52m to content moderators over PTSD

The class-action lawsuit covers moderators working in four US states from 2015 until now. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WsZyyN

Abba’s Björn Ulvaeus fears for future of West End theatres

Abba’s Björn Ulvaeus, co-writer of musical Mamma Mia!, says he fears for the future of the West End. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3fKSGob

'Peak season is starting, but we are at zero occupancy'

The boss of budget hotel chain Point A says the hotels' fate depends on how business picks up after the lockdown. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AlpZhb

The robot assistant that can guess what you want

In a five-year project a group of robotics experts have developed a robot that can assist in maintenance tasks. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3cmYX7e

Only 10% of office space in use, says Land Securities

Land Securities says the majority of its customers' employees are now working from home. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SVnlVK

Valéry Giscard d’Estaing accused of sexual harassment

Officials launch an inquiry into the former president for allegedly groping a female journalist. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3fIC1kP

Coronavirus: Josh Frydenberg tested for Covid-19 after coughing fit

Josh Frydenberg lost his voice from the coughing, and is now being tested for Covid-19. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bpXfki

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Afghan attack: Gunmen storm Kabul maternity hospital

Afghan special forces are battling gunmen at a clinic in the capital, with casualties reported. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zxlH5S

Coronavirus: New safety measures for transport network

The government urges people to avoid using public transport to get to work wherever possible. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YUL3pa

Coronavirus: Wuhan draws up plans to test all 11 million residents

Wuhan has proposed an ambitious battle plan to test its entire population in just 10 days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SWIZsS

Coronavirus: The ski resort saving snow for next season

The Finnish ski resort that had the best snowfall in years, and won't let it go to waste. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3fFGqW0

Coronavirus: Ryanair plans to restore 40% of flights in July

The airline aims to operate nearly 1,000 flights a day, which is 90% of its regular timetable. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/35QdpCk

Five Covid-19 patients die in Russia hospital fire

Five Covid-19 patients die in St Petersburg hospital fire after short-circuit in ventilator - Russian news agencies from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SUs368

Scott Johnson death: Australian man arrested in 1988 gay hate killing

US scholar Scott Johnson was found dead at the bottom of beach cliffs in Sydney in 1988. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LjHqkv

India's carbon emissions fall for first time in four decades

The fall in the carbon dioxide emissions is not just due to the country's coronavirus lockdown. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35OGtu3

Coronavirus: Musk defies orders to reopen Tesla's California plant

The boss of the electric carmaker said he would be on the assembly line with other Tesla workers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Wq8kxE

Bitcoin 'halving': What does the much-hyped event mean?

Investors are debating what impact the adjustment will have on the cryptocurrency market. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WmUXxV

Coronavirus: Chancellor to set out future of job retention scheme

The government scheme, due to end in June, is currently subsidising the wages of six million people. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LncCiV

Bitcoin 'halving': What does the much-hyped event mean?

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Bitcoin 'halving': What does the much-hyped event mean?

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The lost six weeks when US failed to control the virus

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Coronavirus: Musk defies orders to reopen Tesla's California plant

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Social distancing game inspired by professor's lockdown walk

Players of the free game must avoid other people and collect PPE and healthy food to gain points. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2yPE4TD via IFTTT

Trump spars with Asian American reporter over 'nasty question'

CBS reporter Weijia Jiang asked Mr Trump why testing is a contest to him. He said she should ask China. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2yMYgFQ

Climate change: Study pours cold water on oil company net zero claims

Doubt is cast on claims fossil fuel companies are curbing their CO2 in line with net zero targets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WqtADr

Coronavirus: Musk defies orders to reopen Tesla's California plant

The boss of the electric carmaker said he would be on the assembly line with other Tesla workers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Wq8kxE

Coronavirus: Do I have to go back to work after lockdown?

With lockdown restrictions eased, people may start going back to work. But what are your rights? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dAoz0F

Coronavirus: South Dakota Sioux refuse to take down 'illegal' checkpoints

Tribal officials say the checkpoints are the only way to ensure the virus does not enter their land. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35Qx05p

Coronavirus: Crowd concerns as Australia’s restrictions ease

Crowds flock to shopping centres as Australia comes out of lockdown. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bjX2za

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Coronavirus: Wuhan in first virus cluster since end of lockdown

As China continues easing restrictions, new virus clusters in Wuhan and elsewhere have emerged. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35O6c5L

Coronavirus: Simpler funerals now the norm, says Dignity

Families are opting for simpler, cheaper services amid the pandemic, the funeral services group says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2YQMlBn

Apps and sites to help cope with the stress of lockdown

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How are people making the best of social distancing?

A happy hour in Harlem, a teacher gives hugs behind a plastic wall, and puppies visit a care home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YOQYMo

Richard Pusey: Australian driver 'taunted dying police at crash scene'

Richard Pusey, who was uninjured, mocked the officers as they lay pinned under a truck say police. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35QxqZi

Coronavirus: Dutch care home reunites families in a glass pod

With visits banned, one Dutch care home has found an innovative way to bring people together. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Lj7X1q

Coronavirus: Elon Musk vows to move Tesla factory in lockdown row

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the firm will leave California after he is ordered to keep a factory shut. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WF4DmC via IFTTT

Saudi Arabia triples VAT to support coronavirus-hit economy

The oil-rich kingdom's finances have been rocked after the pandemic forced down global energy prices. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bmjgR0

Iranian navy ship Konarak 'sunk by friendly fire' from frigate

Iran's navy was reportedly testing a new anti-ship missile when the accident took place. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zqM65y

Saudi Arabia triples VAT to support coronavirus-hit economy

The oil-rich kingdom's finances have been rocked after the pandemic forced down global energy prices. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bmjgR0

Niger attacks: At least 20 killed in Tillaberi villages

The unidentified assailants reportedly looted shop, stole cattle and ordered inhabitants to flee. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2WmYg8t

Colombian airline Avianca files for bankruptcy in US court

The firm said its income has dropped 80% since grounding its fleet due to the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SRbdFk

Colombian airline Avianca files for bankruptcy at US court

The firm said its income has dropping 80% since grounding its fleet due to the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2SRbdFk

Coronavirus anxiety: How to cope with life after lockdown

Mental health experts see a new phenomenon - anxiety about going back to a routine after lockdown. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zun31b

The high-flying circus firm for pop and rock stars

How friends Billy Alwen and Julian Bracey built circus performance firm Cirque Bijou. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LjIaGe

Migrants struggle to send money home

The Covid-19 pandemic is limiting the ability of people to send and receive money around the world. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2xRbsZL

Eurovision: How coronavirus changed the 2020 song contest

The inside story on this year's cancellation from the artists who were due to sing in Rotterdam. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35RZQ5w

Coronavirus: Italy’s other emergency - survivors’ mental health

Psychologists have seen people with coronavirus symptoms more associated with disasters or war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cpbRBC

Coronavirus: How ‘secret burials’ in South Africa could help tackle Covid-19

South Africa's ban on large gatherings has meant the rediscovery of old traditions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Wiz6Yx

Coming to terms: On India refusing to admit community transmission

Centre, States must enforce virus containment measures, assuming community spread from The Hindu - Editorial https://ift.tt/2YRpFRK

Tragedy on the tracks: On the killing of 16 migrant workers

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Tragedy on the tracks

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Coming to terms

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Italian aid worker kidnapped in Kenya in 2018 returns home

Silvia Romano, 25, was freed on Saturday in Somalia, in an operation by Italy's secret services. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35OWnUY

Angela Merkel compared to Hitler by Malta ambassador who then quits

Michael Zammit Tabona said the German chancellor "has fulfilled Hitler's dream" to control Europe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3bqSPtD

Coronavirus lockdown around the world in pictures

Restrictions ease in some countries but the World Health Organization warns infections could rise. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2STvYAh

Coronavirus: Airlines warned over passenger refund rights

The aviation watchdog says it could take action if plane companies don't give customers their money back. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2A9U2s4

Indian and Chinese troops 'clash on border' in Sikkim

Four Indian soldiers and seven Chinese soldiers are reportedly injured in a border fist fight. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LsC5HT

Coronavirus: Germany infection rate rises as lockdown eases

Just days after Angela Merkel loosens restrictions, the virus reproduction rate rises above 1. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LfD1z5

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Coronavirus: White House task force members self-isolate

Top diseases expert Dr Anthony Fauci is one of the three members of President Trump's task force to self-isolate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2YQDNuy

Coronavirus: What shape will the recession be?

As the world braces for recession, a look at the four letters that could indicate the way the economy recovers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2LfpkQH

Coronavirus: How South Korea 'crushed' the curve

South Korea was once a Covid-19 hotspot but used technology and testing to avoid a total lockdown. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Wl0UM6

Coronavirus: Shops should reopen based on safety - retail chief

The British Retail Consortium says practical safety measures will protect staff and shoppers. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3bh1yyo

Coronavirus: The sex toy manufacturer making NHS gear

The BBC speaks to unexpected sources who are supplying PPE amid coronavirus shortages. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3dzsiMa

"Can I get a mortgage if I'm only on 80% pay?"

As millions of people have their salaries cut, will mortgage providers lend based on reduced salary? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WjJdfI