Sunday, May 31, 2020

The mining union says there has been a gas-related safety incident at the coal mine directly next to the Grosvenor Mine at Moranbah, where five men were injured in a an underground explosion last month. 'You cannot play down the seriousness': Union concerns over gas safety incident at Queensland coal mine

The mining union says there has been a gas-related safety incident at the coal mine directly next to the Grosvenor Mine at Moranbah, where five men were injured in a an underground explosion last month.



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A Gippsland hobby farmer is shocked and angry at the killing of her family's pet alpaca. Pet alpaca found 'dying on the ground', shot

A Gippsland hobby farmer is shocked and angry at the killing of her family's pet alpaca.



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Dairy farmers are told the price they will receive from milk processors under a new regime that outlaws retrospective price cuts. Milk prices revealed in first test of mandatory dairy code of conduct

Dairy farmers are told the price they will receive from milk processors under a new regime that outlaws retrospective price cuts.



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As easing restrictions allow Queenslanders to travel around the state, tourism operators, cafes and accommodation providers in the Wide Bay and Burnett regions have eagerly reopened their doors. 'Magnificent opportunity to discover our own backyard': Queensland tourism reopens for business

As easing restrictions allow Queenslanders to travel around the state, tourism operators, cafes and accommodation providers in the Wide Bay and Burnett regions have eagerly reopened their doors.



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George Floyd death: Violence erupts on sixth day of protests

Protests continue in cities across the US sparked by the death of George Floyd at the hands of police.

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UK ex-foreign secretaries Hong Kong alliance

The UK should be leading the response to China's treatment of Hong Kong, seven former foreign secretaries say.

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The tourism sector has been ravaged by coronavirus restrictions, but hopes intrastate travellers will save the season. Region's message to Queensland tourists — we are open for business

The tourism sector has been ravaged by coronavirus restrictions, but hopes intrastate travellers will save the season.



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The Rockhampton Regional Council has voted to change its agricultural show holiday from June 11 to August 14 despite the show being cancelled this year. 'I really apologise': Rockhampton council backflips on agricultural show holiday date

The Rockhampton Regional Council has voted to change its agricultural show holiday from June 11 to August 14 despite the show being cancelled this year.



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An early owner-editor was a controversial political radical and its pages reported on a stock exchange that drove a gold rush boom, but now the Northern Miner is no more. Northern Miner mourned as gold rush era newspaper announces closure

An early owner-editor was a controversial political radical and its pages reported on a stock exchange that drove a gold rush boom, but now the Northern Miner is no more.



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Glimmer of hope for world's rarest primate

The discovery of a new breeding pair raises hope for the future of a critically endangered gibbon.

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Nasa SpaceX launch: What is the Crew Dragon?

A guide to SpaceX's Crew Dragon vehicle, which carried astronauts to the space station.

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How Venezuela's fuel crisis is hitting coronavirus victims

Venezuela's fuel crisis has been so acute that even funeral homes are struggling to transport bodies to the cemetery.

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George Floyd death: Lawyer calls it 'premeditated murder'

Police struggle to stem arson, damage and looting following the death of a black man in custody.

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#JusticeForUwa trends in Nigeria after student murdered in church

The hashtag #JusticeForUwa is trending after the killing of the 22-year-old woman.

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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.

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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.

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Coronavirus: Famous mosques reopen in Saudi Arabia and Jerusalem

Hundreds of worshippers entered mosques in Saudi Arabia and Jerusalem, as restrictions were eased.

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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.

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

The gunmen arrived on motorbikes, shooting into the crowded market, reports say.

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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.

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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.

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Saturday, May 30, 2020

It's difficult to comprehend the age of two rock shelters destroyed in WA, but we need to try much harder in order to preserve our heritage, writes Gareth Hutchens. The destruction of two rock shelters in WA reveals a disturbing lack of appreciation for our heritage

It's difficult to comprehend the age of two rock shelters destroyed in WA, but we need to try much harder in order to preserve our heritage, writes Gareth Hutchens.



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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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My Money: 'Our alternative quarantine holiday'

Alyssa Hulme from Utah in the US takes us through her weekly spending during the coronavirus pandemic.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Coronavirus: Biden and Trump face off over China

The US president and his likely election rival have been sparring over China and the coronavirus.

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The NSW Government wants to attract 3,000 megawatts of investment worth $4.4 billion for the pilot program in Dubbo, as part of a campaign to help NSW reach zero net emissions by 2050. Renewable energy zone plan targets NSW regional businesses

The NSW Government wants to attract 3,000 megawatts of investment worth $4.4 billion for the pilot program in Dubbo, as part of a campaign to help NSW reach zero net emissions by 2050.



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While most Australians bunkered down in the comfort of their own houses, those without a fixed address have faced the prospect of homelessness during COVID-19 restrictions. 'It drives you a bit ratty': Travellers stuck in limbo until COVID-19 restrictions ease

While most Australians bunkered down in the comfort of their own houses, those without a fixed address have faced the prospect of homelessness during COVID-19 restrictions.



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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.

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Cattle station kids are used to isolation, which makes annual school camp extra special — and devastating to miss out on. So they've taken school took camp online. School camp goes virtual for isolated cattle station kids

Cattle station kids are used to isolation, which makes annual school camp extra special — and devastating to miss out on. So they've taken school took camp online.



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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Microsoft 'to replace journalists with robots'

Dozens working on the MSN site look set to be replaced by AI, media reports say.

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Friday, May 29, 2020

A radio station has hosted the first virtual agricultural show on air for communities whose local events were cancelled. Agricultural show goes virtual in a radio first for locked-down communities

A radio station has hosted the first virtual agricultural show on air for communities whose local events were cancelled.



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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.

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Bushfires and COVID-19 restrictions cripple regional cheese businesses reliant on tourism. Australian cheese lovers save regional businesses by ordering online 'rescue boxes'

Bushfires and COVID-19 restrictions cripple regional cheese businesses reliant on tourism.



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While in isolation on her 24-hectare property in northern Victoria, Megan Lawrence decided to brush up on her old skills in clothing design. The result has been a deluge of online orders for her new brand. 'Australian pride' drives country women to snap up brand born under COVID-19 lockdown

While in isolation on her 24-hectare property in northern Victoria, Megan Lawrence decided to brush up on her old skills in clothing design. The result has been a deluge of online orders for her new brand.



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Nobody knows how many wild buffalo are on the loose in the remote Top End, but new space technology could help How satellites no bigger than shoeboxes will help track feral buffalo in northern Australia

Nobody knows how many wild buffalo are on the loose in the remote Top End, but new space technology could help



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While in isolation on her 24-hectare property in northern Victoria, Megan Lawrence decided to brush up on her old skills in clothing design. The result has been a deluge of online orders for her new brand. 'Australian pride' drives country women to snap up brand born under COVID-19 lockdown

While in isolation on her 24-hectare property in northern Victoria, Megan Lawrence decided to brush up on her old skills in clothing design. The result has been a deluge of online orders for her new brand.



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Mexico has tequila and Japan is known for sake, but two New South Wales distillers say Australia is in need of a national spirit and it should start with infusing native fruit. Advocates for bush tucker-infused alcoholic spirit take first international step with plum job

Mexico has tequila and Japan is known for sake, but two New South Wales distillers say Australia is in need of a national spirit and it should start with infusing native fruit.



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People are pining to get outdoors after months of being holed up indoors during COVID-19, and camp sites in South West WA are booking up. Can't get to Bali: Holidaymakers itching to get out book camp sites in south west WA

People are pining to get outdoors after months of being holed up indoors during COVID-19, and camp sites in South West WA are booking up.



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Coronavirus: Belgian zoo comes back to life from lockdown

After two months without visitors, Pairi Daiza is welcoming the public back, but in smaller numbers.

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George Floyd death: Why has a US city gone up in flames?

Tensions in Minneapolis did not start with the death of George Floyd. They've been years in the making.

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Akinwumi Adesina: Why the US is targeting a flamboyant Nigerian banker

The US pushes for new inquiry into allegations of corruption against the African Development Bank boss.

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China-India border: Why tensions are rising between the neighbours

Tensions in the Himalaya have the potential to escalate as they pursue their strategic goals.

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'You can't ask people to die': Coronavirus woes deepen Argentina's crisis

A new deadline to restructure the country's debt is just days away.

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Coronavirus: Bill Gates ‘microchip’ conspiracy theory and other vaccine claims fact-checked

Fact-checking vaccine claims - including ones about the ex-Microsoft boss and a dubious cow-dung trial.

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George Floyd death: Ex-officer charged with murder and manslaughter

Derek Chauvin, one of the officers seen kneeling on George Floyd's neck, has been charged with murder.

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90-year-old woman tries to help grandson during arrest

Bodycam footage shows a woman, dressed in a nightgown, seem to fall onto her grandson during the incident.

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World's largest all-electric plane takes flight

An historic day for the aviation industry as the world's largest all-electric plane takes flight.

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Twitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

For the first time, Twitter has hidden a tweet on the president's profile behind a warning.

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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.

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Thursday, May 28, 2020

Victorian High Country cattleman Philip Maguire loses his court battle to stop feral horses from being shot under a Parks Victoria management plan. Victorian brumby cull challenge rejected by Supreme Court

Victorian High Country cattleman Philip Maguire loses his court battle to stop feral horses from being shot under a Parks Victoria management plan.



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Minneapolis protests continue: 'Nobody's listening'

Protests rock the Twin Cities area after the shocking death of an unarmed black man during an arrest.

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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.

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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.

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Poppy the sniffer dog may still be in training, but the pooch has just unearthed the biggest truffle on record at this northern Tasmanian truffle farm. Trainee sniffer dog Poppy finds $1,500 truffle on Tasmanian farm

Poppy the sniffer dog may still be in training, but the pooch has just unearthed the biggest truffle on record at this northern Tasmanian truffle farm.



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The blasting of cultural sites in the Pilbara is one of the worst destructions of an archaeological site in recent memory, according the chair of the United Nations' cultural property protection body. Rio Tinto blasting of 46,000-year-old Aboriginal sites compared to Islamic State's destruction in Palmyra

The blasting of cultural sites in the Pilbara is one of the worst destructions of an archaeological site in recent memory, according the chair of the United Nations' cultural property protection body.



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A water pipeline supplying Murrurundi will be switched on today where locals have been living under the highest level water restrictions for two years. Taps turned on in drought-ravaged Upper Hunter town living for years on restrictions

A water pipeline supplying Murrurundi will be switched on today where locals have been living under the highest level water restrictions for two years.



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The Longreach Leader, an independent paper in Queensland's central-west, is looking to expand as many regional papers announce they'll cease their print offerings. Independent weekly paper keeping print alive in the outback

The Longreach Leader, an independent paper in Queensland's central-west, is looking to expand as many regional papers announce they'll cease their print offerings.



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Australia's first factory manufacturing food-grade seaweed products from a unique domestic species of the marine plant, has opened on the New South Wales South Coast. 'Not just nori': The new seaweed factory making food, beauty and medicinal products

Australia's first factory manufacturing food-grade seaweed products from a unique domestic species of the marine plant, has opened on the New South Wales South Coast.



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Scientists in the United Kingdom believe they're a step closer to finding a vaccine for the deadly pig disease African swine fever. African swine fever vaccine a step closer

Scientists in the United Kingdom believe they're a step closer to finding a vaccine for the deadly pig disease African swine fever.



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Morning walks to get the paper and saving clippings will be a thing of the past when the Daily Mercury is printed for the last time after serving the community for more than 150 years. Long-time Mercury editor mourns loss of 'archive' of Mackay

Morning walks to get the paper and saving clippings will be a thing of the past when the Daily Mercury is printed for the last time after serving the community for more than 150 years.



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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.

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Australian farmers are among the least subsidised in the world, but the coronavirus is pushing countries to adopt more agricultural protectionism. Australian farmers among the least subsidised in the world: How 'creeping global protectionism' is biting

Australian farmers are among the least subsidised in the world, but the coronavirus is pushing countries to adopt more agricultural protectionism.



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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.

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Thousands of Australian native animals can be killed in the production of wine, rice, grains, fruits and vegetables, and a new certification label aims to identify products that are wildlife friendly. 'Consumers would be shocked': New food label identifies goods produced without killing wildlife

Thousands of Australian native animals can be killed in the production of wine, rice, grains, fruits and vegetables, and a new certification label aims to identify products that are wildlife friendly.



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'Rivers of green' cow poo make New Zealand's water unsafe to swim in, Australian farmers are heeding the lessons. 'Rivers of green' manure in New Zealand waterways scared Australian farmers into action

'Rivers of green' cow poo make New Zealand's water unsafe to swim in, Australian farmers are heeding the lessons.



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Rohingya refugee crisis: 'The bodies were thrown out of the boat'

Khadiza Begum, a Rohingya refugee, left Myanmar to escape violence but found more horror at sea.

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Africa's week in pictures: 22 - 28 May 2020

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

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The films to look out for at the We Are One festival

Cannes, Toronto and Sundance are among the film festivals uniting for an online streaming event.

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The little lights now packing a deadly punch

LEDs already light our houses but developments are making them even more powerful.

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The coronavirus conundrum when your mouth is your ‘hand’

The coronavirus pandemic becomes a different kind of challenge when you use your mouth as your ‘hands’.

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George Floyd: Minnesota sees second night of clashes over death in custody

Tear gas is fired at protesters angry at the death of a man pinned down by a policeman in Minnesota.

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Austrian police publish honey-trap photos in Strache inquiry

The video scandal toppled the government - now police are trying to find the woman in the sting.

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Martin Scorsese reveals lockdown 'anxiety' and 'relief'

The US film director has made a haunting home video for the BBC about his experience of confinement.

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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.

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Coronavirus: 111-year-old Chilean woman recovers

Juana Zúñiga contracted the virus at her care home near Santiago, where she is the oldest resident.

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India policeman's TikTok video helps family find missing father

A TikTok video helped an Indian family find their missing father at the other end of the country.

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Six new cases of COVID-19 are confirmed among crew members of the Al Kuwait livestock carrier under quarantine in Fremantle Port. Coronavirus outbreak on Fremantle live export ship doubles in size as more crew test positive

Six new cases of COVID-19 are confirmed among crew members of the Al Kuwait livestock carrier under quarantine in Fremantle Port.



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China's parliament approves Hong Kong security law

China says the bill will rein in "terrorism" but many feel it will end Hong Kong's unique status.

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Wednesday, May 27, 2020

After enduring the devastation of bushfires, followed by the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic, regional NSW tourism operators are preparing for visitors to return, including those wanting to hit the slopes. Regional NSW puts out the welcome mat for 'pent-up' visitors

After enduring the devastation of bushfires, followed by the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic, regional NSW tourism operators are preparing for visitors to return, including those wanting to hit the slopes.



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Five months since bushfires decimated apple orchards across the NSW Riverina Highlands, many growers are finally able to focus their attention on rebuilding and cleaning up their orchards. Riverina apple growers battling to rebuild

Five months since bushfires decimated apple orchards across the NSW Riverina Highlands, many growers are finally able to focus their attention on rebuilding and cleaning up their orchards.



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When WA farmer Alan Sattler spent months in hospital learning how to walk again, the experience laid bare his long-running issues with mental and physical health, as well as alcohol abuse. How a near-fatal car crash ended up saving this WA farming family

When WA farmer Alan Sattler spent months in hospital learning how to walk again, the experience laid bare his long-running issues with mental and physical health, as well as alcohol abuse.



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Dozens of communities around Australia will lose print editions of their local papers as News Corp slashes jobs and moves editions online. News Corp cuts: is your local newspaper affected?

Dozens of communities around Australia will lose print editions of their local papers as News Corp slashes jobs and moves editions online.



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A Broken Hill business operator says the criteria for a NSW Government small business COVID-19 support package does not take into account the business downturn caused by three years of drought. Call for relaxation of eligibility for NSW small business COVID-19 support grants

A Broken Hill business operator says the criteria for a NSW Government small business COVID-19 support package does not take into account the business downturn caused by three years of drought.



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Most Tuesday nights, Norm Marston can be found on the printing plant floor, checking on the newspaper his family has owned for more than 60 years. The pandemic won't stop this 91-year-old newspaper editor from printing

Most Tuesday nights, Norm Marston can be found on the printing plant floor, checking on the newspaper his family has owned for more than 60 years.



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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.

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Coronavirus: Professional athletes train in lockdown

Professional and Olympic athletes have had to devise ways to continue their rigorous training.

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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.

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Coronavirus: How the advertising industry is changing

A large decline in advertising expenditure is hurting the sector, plus TV channels and newspapers.

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Doug Dagg never intended to become a spud grower — in fact, he'd retired. But his passion for heritage varietals has seen him become something of a specialist in unique spuds. 'Potato people are different': A spud legend on the heritage breeds worth preserving

Doug Dagg never intended to become a spud grower — in fact, he'd retired. But his passion for heritage varietals has seen him become something of a specialist in unique spuds.



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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".

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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.

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Coronavirus: Inside the pro-China network targeting the US, Hong Kong and an exiled tycoon

A coordinated network of accounts on three social networks has been targeting the Chinese government's critics.

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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.

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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.

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Man charged over deadly Kyoto animation studio fire

The arson attack killed 36 people at the Kyoto Animation headquarters in Japan last July.

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

Delhi saw temperatures hit 47C, the highest in decades for this time of year.

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Environmental lawyers say the case involving the critically endangered Leadbeater's possum sets a precedent by applying federal threatened species protection law to the native forest logging industry. State logging in endangered possum's habitat broke law, court rules

Environmental lawyers say the case involving the critically endangered Leadbeater's possum sets a precedent by applying federal threatened species protection law to the native forest logging industry.



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The Royal Australian Air Force is restoring historical aircraft, bombs and rockets launched at an outback military testing range in SA. Bombs and aircraft being restored by RAAF at outback Woomera Missile Park

The Royal Australian Air Force is restoring historical aircraft, bombs and rockets launched at an outback military testing range in SA.



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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.

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Tuesday, May 26, 2020

A north-east Victorian winery says it will be 'detrimental' to the industry if cellar-door tasting is not allowed over the June long weekend. Victorian wineries want cellar-door tasting over long weekend

A north-east Victorian winery says it will be 'detrimental' to the industry if cellar-door tasting is not allowed over the June long weekend.



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The Rural Doctors Association says Australians are starting to "lose faith and trust" in health authorities because of inconsistent messaging from the states. Second false coronavirus alarm in two weeks a 'massive concern'

The Rural Doctors Association says Australians are starting to "lose faith and trust" in health authorities because of inconsistent messaging from the states.



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A new formula for a flame retardant is being hailed a success after trials showed the substance was able to stay on crops for weeks without degrading. Flame retardant success could spell changes for stay-and-defend plans during fires

A new formula for a flame retardant is being hailed a success after trials showed the substance was able to stay on crops for weeks without degrading.



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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Some types of prickly pear are considered a weed, but a researcher, who is also a farmer, believes there are potential health benefits from the plant that need to be explored. Prickly pear may soon be able to shed its weed image

Some types of prickly pear are considered a weed, but a researcher, who is also a farmer, believes there are potential health benefits from the plant that need to be explored.



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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.

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The WA Government is forced to back down after lashing the Commonwealth's handling of a coronavirus outbreak on a live export ship, with the Federal Agriculture Minister hitting back. Emails reveal warning of illness on live export ship with coronavirus outbreak

The WA Government is forced to back down after lashing the Commonwealth's handling of a coronavirus outbreak on a live export ship, with the Federal Agriculture Minister hitting back.



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Vessel delayed by COVID-19 in crew could trigger an exemption to new animal welfare laws and send 56,000 live sheep to the Middle East in peak summer heat. Outbreak ship may carry live sheep into summer heat, despite welfare laws

Vessel delayed by COVID-19 in crew could trigger an exemption to new animal welfare laws and send 56,000 live sheep to the Middle East in peak summer heat.



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One of the Sunshine Coast's oldest farming families is pleading for respect and more parking to be provided for popular Mount Ngungun — before somebody gets hit by a car. Farmers plead for more parking for climbers in the Glass House Mountains

One of the Sunshine Coast's oldest farming families is pleading for respect and more parking to be provided for popular Mount Ngungun — before somebody gets hit by a car.



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SpaceX launch: What is SpaceX and why is it working with Nasa?

Ahead of the launch of the Crew Dragon mission, the BBC explains what SpaceX does exactly

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Coronavirus: Egypt doctors accuse government over medics' deaths

A union says the health ministry bears "full responsibility" for doctors' deaths from Covid-19.

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Clickbait and podcasts: France frowns on English words

The French language enrichment commission announces a new list of alternatives to English terms.

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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.

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Coronavirus: French alarm at Covid-linked Med pollution

Environmentalists in the south of France find masks and gloves littering the seabed.

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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.

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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.

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Traditional owners in the Pilbara are left devastated after mining giant Rio Tinto detonates explosives near ancient sites of significant cultural heritage. Traditional owners fear Pilbara mining blast destroyed 46,000yo cultural sites

Traditional owners in the Pilbara are left devastated after mining giant Rio Tinto detonates explosives near ancient sites of significant cultural heritage.



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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.

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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.

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Stanley Ho: Macau casino tycoon dies aged 98

Ho was credited with steering Macau to overtake Las Vegas as the gambling capital of the world.

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Monday, May 25, 2020

These Victorian winemakers say the challenges of 2020 have already guided new products, much like other challenging years that spawned innovation. Rutherglen winemakers use downturn to make space and be strategic, despite hardships

These Victorian winemakers say the challenges of 2020 have already guided new products, much like other challenging years that spawned innovation.



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Addressing a growing trade dispute between Canberra and Beijing, Chinese Commerce Minister Zhong Shan accuses Australia of being the source of tensions, saying it has launched more than 100 trade investigations against China since the two countries established diplomatic relations in 1972. China criticises Peter Dutton's 'sinister intentions', says barley tariffs 'cautious and restrained'

Addressing a growing trade dispute between Canberra and Beijing, Chinese Commerce Minister Zhong Shan accuses Australia of being the source of tensions, saying it has launched more than 100 trade investigations against China since the two countries established diplomatic relations in 1972.



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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.

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Boy, 12, followed down mountain by brown bear

Alessandro was hiking with his family in northern Italy when they realised he was being followed.

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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.

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Former Dow Chemical chief executive Andrew Liveris and the former chief minister who signed off on Darwin's multi-billion-dollar Inpex gas project will lead the Territory's post-COVID-19 economic recovery. Trump favourite Andrew Liveris to head NT's new Economic Reconstruction Commission

Former Dow Chemical chief executive Andrew Liveris and the former chief minister who signed off on Darwin's multi-billion-dollar Inpex gas project will lead the Territory's post-COVID-19 economic recovery.



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A gorilla is on the loose in Hamilton. Well, a man in a gorilla suit, perhaps. Hammo runs through streets of Hamilton in rural Victoria, bringing smiles to many affected by the COVID-19 shutdowns. 'Everyone's loving it': How Hammo the Gorilla is helping a town to stay positive

A gorilla is on the loose in Hamilton. Well, a man in a gorilla suit, perhaps. Hammo runs through streets of Hamilton in rural Victoria, bringing smiles to many affected by the COVID-19 shutdowns.



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A Far North Queensland manufacturer has plans to treble production of its locally-made fish treats for dogs with a $450,000 expansion of its operation at Mission Beach. Fish treats for dogs proves a winner for commercial fisher

A Far North Queensland manufacturer has plans to treble production of its locally-made fish treats for dogs with a $450,000 expansion of its operation at Mission Beach.



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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.

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The nation's largest organic dairy company, Organic Dairy Farmers of Australia, is owned by farming families which administrators say are owed millions. Australia's largest organic dairy company in the hands of administrators, owing millions

The nation's largest organic dairy company, Organic Dairy Farmers of Australia, is owned by farming families which administrators say are owed millions.



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This cactus ensnares animals, slashes tyres, and halves property prices. Now, researchers have found a weapon to take it down. 'Going great guns': Meet the tiny insect bred to bring down an animal-killing cactus

This cactus ensnares animals, slashes tyres, and halves property prices. Now, researchers have found a weapon to take it down.



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Huawei: What would happen if the UK ditched the Chinese firm?

Officials are taking another look into Huawei, but the Chinese firm warns against a 5G ban.

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

Worried by teens' mental health struggles during Kyrgyzstan's coronavirus lockdown, one group acted.

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Coronavirus: Spain to stop quarantining arrivals from 1 July

The country hopes to save the summer season but UK tourists face quarantine in their own country.

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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.

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Balbir Singh: India mourns loss of hockey legend and independence hero

Balbir Singh, who has died aged 95, helped seal hockey gold for newly independent India in 1948.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Marie Cau: First transgender mayor elected in France

The council of Tilloy-lez-Marchiennes chose Marie Cau as their new mayor on Saturday.

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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.

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The NSW Farmers Association demands explanation of decision to leave livestock producers out of $140 million bushfire aid program. Farmers 'disgusted' by exclusion from $140m bushfire recovery funding

The NSW Farmers Association demands explanation of decision to leave livestock producers out of $140 million bushfire aid program.



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Sunday, May 24, 2020

Popular farmers' market Harvest Market Launceston reopened over the weekend after a nine-week hiatus. Farmers' market reopens in Launceston

Popular farmers' market Harvest Market Launceston reopened over the weekend after a nine-week hiatus.



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The iconic Birdsville Races event is cancelled for 2020 due to travel and social distancing restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic. Birdsville Races the latest outback event to be cancelled

The iconic Birdsville Races event is cancelled for 2020 due to travel and social distancing restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic.



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Hong Kong security law 'needed to tackle terrorism'

The territory's security chief says the controversial security law will save the city from violence.

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

An ex-tropical cyclone and a cold front combined to create a "once-in-a-decade" event, officials say.

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New Zealand earthquake hits during PM Ardern live TV interview

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern carries on an interview as an earthquake hits parliament.

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

Tiger Woods, Tom Brady, Peyton Manning and Phil Mickelson raised $20m for coronavirus relief efforts in The Match: Champions for Charity.

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Youth unemployment has soared in Toowoomba, which also recorded the highest overall jobless rate in the country for April, according to a new report. Toowoomba records 'horrific' youth unemployment rate of 24 per cent

Youth unemployment has soared in Toowoomba, which also recorded the highest overall jobless rate in the country for April, according to a new report.



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A group of farmers in central west NSW says drifting farm chemicals have damaged established trees but the mayor blames drought. 'Once you see it you can't unsee it': Farmers fear spray drift damaging trees

A group of farmers in central west NSW says drifting farm chemicals have damaged established trees but the mayor blames drought.



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The Government says they are "large invasive herbivores", the Maguires say they're a cultural icon. While the battle of the brumbies will be heard in court, this cattleman says a judge won't stop him saving Victoria's wild horses. Inside the mission to save Victoria's High Country brumbies from being culled

The Government says they are "large invasive herbivores", the Maguires say they're a cultural icon. While the battle of the brumbies will be heard in court, this cattleman says a judge won't stop him saving Victoria's wild horses.



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

President Sebastián Piñera warns of the strain on hospitals as the number of cases approaches 70,000.

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'I left my campervan in Argentina'

Thousands of van-driving nomads were living the dream - until the coronavirus pandemic brought them to a sudden halt.

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

Saad al-Jabri fled to Canada but officials are going after his children back home, the BBC is told.

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Coronavirus in Sudan exposes new leaders

Some medics have refused to work and elderly people have been dying, writes Zeinab Mohammed Salih.

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Caribbean tourism reels from coronavirus

Tourism is vital to the Caribbean but visitors are absent amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Silo art has been embraced by rural towns looking to attract visitors but one regional community goes retro with a plan to install a 'big thing' to put its town on the map. Big Mallee Stump or Big Loo? Pinnaroo debates building large-scale tourist attraction

Silo art has been embraced by rural towns looking to attract visitors but one regional community goes retro with a plan to install a 'big thing' to put its town on the map.



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Some resource companies expand in regional Queensland, creating much needed jobs as economies tank from the coronavirus. 'We're creating jobs': The resource companies expanding during the coronavirus

Some resource companies expand in regional Queensland, creating much needed jobs as economies tank from the coronavirus.



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Coronavirus: Austrian president 'sorry' for breaking lockdown curfew

President Van der Bellen stayed at a Vienna restaurant beyond the mandated closing time of 23:00.

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Once the major driving force behind Australian prosperity, China is now using trade as a retaliatory weapon. But Beijing needs us as much as we need them, at least for the next few years, writes Ian Verrender. China and Australia — who really holds the power?

Once the major driving force behind Australian prosperity, China is now using trade as a retaliatory weapon. But Beijing needs us as much as we need them, at least for the next few years, writes Ian Verrender.



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Bundesliga: Timo Werner scores three as Leipzig thrash Mainz

Timo Werner scores his first goals since the Bundesliga returned from its two-month suspension with a hat-trick as RB Leipzig thump Mainz.

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Afghanistan: Taliban prisoner release amid Eid al-Fitr ceasefire

The government says up to 2,000 prisoners will be freed, after the Islamist group proposed a truce.

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Coronavirus in South Africa: Outbreak closes Mponeng gold mine

South Africa's Mponeng gold mine only resumed operations in April following a national lockdown.

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

People around the world are inventing their own gadgets and designs to adhere to social distancing.

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Coronavirus: China accuses US of spreading 'conspiracies'

The country's top diplomat hits out at Washington - raising tensions between the two world powers.

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In pictures: Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr amid coronavirus

After a Ramadan marked by lockdowns and social distancing, Muslims begin celebrating the festival.

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Iran oil tanker reaches Venezuela amid US tension

Five tankers are being escorted by the Venezuelan military as the country struggles with shortages.

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Nasa SpaceX launch: Astronauts complete rehearsal for historic mission

Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken ready themselves and their kit for Wednesday's flight to the space station.

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Saturday, May 23, 2020

With his red beard and worn Crocs, part-time truckie Sascha Hanel is a sight to behold striding down the road, bucket in hand, to pick fruit off a neighbour's tree — but it his way of fitting in. 'I've always been a bit weird': How one man is using fruit and veg to make new friends

With his red beard and worn Crocs, part-time truckie Sascha Hanel is a sight to behold striding down the road, bucket in hand, to pick fruit off a neighbour's tree — but it his way of fitting in.



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Netanyahu trial: Israeli prime minister faces Jerusalem court

The country is gripped by the spectacle of a serving leader being tried for the first time.

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

The country's entire western coast is expected to be affected by torrential rain and massive waves.

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Towns in western NSW struggling through years of extreme drought are seeing the environment burst back to life and showing incredible resilience with new river flows. Darling River wildlife, vegetation show signs of life as they come back from the brink after drought

Towns in western NSW struggling through years of extreme drought are seeing the environment burst back to life and showing incredible resilience with new river flows.



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

Nearly 200 signatories say Beijing's proposal is an "assault on the city's fundamental freedoms".

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For a northern Victorian camel farmer, demand for the rare milk continues to be an udder delight. Camel milk producer sees bump in demand for allergen-free, vitamin-rich dairy equivalent

For a northern Victorian camel farmer, demand for the rare milk continues to be an udder delight.



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

Coronavirus has forced thousands of small businesses to shut in the US. Stan's Donuts is just one.

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Rwanda genocide: How Félicien Kabuga evaded capture for 26 years

Félicien Kabuga outwitted Rwandan genocide prosecutors by using 28 aliases and powerful connections.

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Coronavirus: Why reopening French schools is a social emergency

Children returning to school are often from wealthier families, so why are other pupils staying home?

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

The Indian arm of a South Korean multinational was charged after a leak from its factory killed 12.

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Coronavirus: Which health claims are circulating online?

A wide range of false and misleading health claims continue to spread on social media.

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Afghanistan: Taliban announce three-day Eid ceasefire with government

The truce with government forces will take effect when the Muslim festival of Eid begins on Sunday.

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Coronavirus: New York state daily death toll drop below 100

A total of 84 people died in 24 hours, the lowest daily toll since March in the worst-hit US state.

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

Over 40 people who attended a Baptist service in Frankfurt after curbs were eased were infected.

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As Northern Territory tour guides ask Australians "where the bloody hell are you?" in coronavirus lockdown, crocs and rare birds send a reminder of Kakadu's inspiring beauty. The plains of Africa are off the cards, but this NT tour guide is reminding us about the wonder of Kakadu NP

As Northern Territory tour guides ask Australians "where the bloody hell are you?" in coronavirus lockdown, crocs and rare birds send a reminder of Kakadu's inspiring beauty.



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Coronavirus: Anti-lockdown car protest draws thousands

An opposition party urges people to protest from their cars in order to maintain social distancing.

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Berlin WW2 bombing survivor Saturn the alligator dies in Moscow Zoo

His colourful history included escaping from a zoo and a rumour that he belonged to Adolf Hitler.

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

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

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Hana Kimura: Netflix star and Japanese wrestler dies at 22

The wrestler turned Netflix Reality TV personality had posted about online bullying before she died.

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Friday, May 22, 2020

Hertz: Car rental firm files for US bankruptcy protection

The company said the coronavirus pandemic had led to an "abrupt" decline in bookings.

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For decades, Australia's largest wine region, the Riverland, has been known for producing cheap bulk wine, but small producers are trying to change the reputation around it. 'We need our recognition': Australia's largest wine region fights for its rights

For decades, Australia's largest wine region, the Riverland, has been known for producing cheap bulk wine, but small producers are trying to change the reputation around it.



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Ramadan: German church opens doors for Muslim prayers

New social distancing rules meant many worshippers had nowhere to go until the church stepped in.

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Coronavirus: Is it safe to visit US national parks?

National parks are re-opening and people can't wait to embrace the Great Outdoors. But is it safe?

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Here are some of examples of Chinese investment in Australia's export industries that could face uncertainty in the current trade environment. Beijing has to be careful in its target of Australian exports — some manufacturing companies are owned by Chinese investors

Here are some of examples of Chinese investment in Australia's export industries that could face uncertainty in the current trade environment.



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

At least 92 people have died after a PIA plane hit a Karachi residential area during landing.

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Coronavirus: Protective badges and cannabis claims fact-checked

Claims that badges can protect wearers from coronavirus and a cannabis treatment fact-checked.

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

The BBC's Mercy Juma had to watch her cousin's burial online - until her internet connection failed.

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Week in pictures: 16-22 May 2020

A selection of news photographs taken around the world this week.

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

A Dubai-based couple are still stuck at a deserted resort, more than two months after their wedding.

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

Seventy-five years after his death, the Nazi SS leader's possessions are due to go on display in the UK.

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Coronavirus: Can children catch and pass on coronavirus?

BBC's Health Correspondent Laura Foster explains what we know currently about how children are affected by the virus.

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As shearing sheds adapt to workplace rules, a backlog of unshorn sheep is mounting in Tasmania, exacerbated by travel restrictions on mainland workers. Coronavirus workplace rules create woolly problems for Tasmanian shearers

As shearing sheds adapt to workplace rules, a backlog of unshorn sheep is mounting in Tasmania, exacerbated by travel restrictions on mainland workers.



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Brazil court releases foul-mouthed Bolsonaro video

It is part of a probe into allegations the president tried to replace top federal police officials.

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Canada v US: Loon stabs eagle through heart

The loon, which is on Canada's dollar coin, and the eagle, America's national bird, fought to the death.

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China's new law: Why Hong Kong is worried

A simple guide to the new national security law China has proposed in Hong Kong and why it matters.

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Augustin Bizimana: Remains of top Rwanda genocide suspect found

Augustin Bizimana was defence minister when about 800,000 people were killed in 100 days.

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Pakistan International Airlines passenger plane crashes in Karachi

Pakistan International Airlines plane has crashed in Karachi on flight from Lahore, officials say.

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

Several chat participants witness the stabbing of Long Island's man Dwight Powers by his son.

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Farmers in Queensland's Bundaberg region take last-ditch court action over a plan to lower the Paradise Dam wall. Queensland farmers take government to court over plan to lower dam wall

Farmers in Queensland's Bundaberg region take last-ditch court action over a plan to lower the Paradise Dam wall.



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Three local artists have teamed with SA Water to create a stunning mural on a water pipeline, representing reconciliation and connection. Aboriginal artists paint reconciliation mural on pipeline at Port Augusta

Three local artists have teamed with SA Water to create a stunning mural on a water pipeline, representing reconciliation and connection.



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When mine electrician Paul McGuire clocked on for his shift in May 2014, he was sent to his death by a job card mistakenly instructing him to access an area filled with methane. How 'grossly deficient' record keeping led to fatal suffocation of miner Paul McGuire

When mine electrician Paul McGuire clocked on for his shift in May 2014, he was sent to his death by a job card mistakenly instructing him to access an area filled with methane.



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Thursday, May 21, 2020

It has been a huge week for mine safety in Queensland with industrial manslaughter legislation passing Parliament and an inquiry established to look into 40-plus gas incidents, just a fortnight on from a mine blast that seriously injured five workers. Moranbah mine blast triggers safety reform in Queensland

It has been a huge week for mine safety in Queensland with industrial manslaughter legislation passing Parliament and an inquiry established to look into 40-plus gas incidents, just a fortnight on from a mine blast that seriously injured five workers.



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Cyclone Amphan: Survivors return to face destruction left by storm

A massive clean-up operation begins after the storm flattened homes and left cities without power.

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An online food network platform developed in Violet Town has taken off across the world as producers look for alternative ways to sell produce. Food network created by Victorian farmers goes global

An online food network platform developed in Violet Town has taken off across the world as producers look for alternative ways to sell produce.



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Potato growers call on Federal Government's emergency trade powers to save the Australian industry, as a European potato glut continues to build. Flood of cheap foreign chips has potato growers worried

Potato growers call on Federal Government's emergency trade powers to save the Australian industry, as a European potato glut continues to build.



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The organisers of an annual fox shoot in Western Australia are calling on people to share the "real" stories about the damage wrought by the pests. Pest control group launches campaign to show the 'horrific' damage foxes cause

The organisers of an annual fox shoot in Western Australia are calling on people to share the "real" stories about the damage wrought by the pests.



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China scraps annual economic growth target for first time

The world's second largest economy takes unprecedented step not to give forecast for the year ahead.

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

Muhammad Shalehan was originally denied the prize as judges claimed he mispronounced "Tony Hadley".

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Coronavirus: Flexible working will be a new normal after virus

Facebook and New Zealand's prime minister are the latest to support a radical shift in how we all work.

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

The journalist was murdered inside the Saudi consulate in Istanbul in October 2018.

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Trump removes mask before facing cameras at car factory

The president says he didn't want to "give the press the pleasure of seeing" him in a face covering.

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Coronavirus: The Bolivian orchestra stranded in a German castle

The young musicians have been in a moated castle in eastern Germany for 73 days after Bolivia closed its borders.

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

New cases have been rising sharply in Brazil and Mexico, along with other countries in the region.

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Coronavirus sparks a sanitary pad crisis in India

Schools normally provide students with pads in a country where millions of women go without.

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Get ready for the 'holy grail' of computer graphics

Ray tracing produces stunning lighting effects but has been too complex for computers, until now.

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

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

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Farmers fear Western Australia will bear the brunt of a "new norm" in the country's trading relationship with China, amid rising diplomatic tensions over the inquiry into the coronavirus pandemic. 'Penalise, punish, reward': How one diplomatic misstep could put Australian farmers on the brink

Farmers fear Western Australia will bear the brunt of a "new norm" in the country's trading relationship with China, amid rising diplomatic tensions over the inquiry into the coronavirus pandemic.



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Brisbane residents have received a long weekend in August as the Ekka public holiday moves to a Friday to help the tourism industry. Ekka public holiday moves for Brisbane residents to enjoy a long weekend

Brisbane residents have received a long weekend in August as the Ekka public holiday moves to a Friday to help the tourism industry.



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Coronavirus: Tinder boss says 'dramatic' changes to dating

Elie Seidman discusses the impact of coronavirus and how his dating app will react.

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Wednesday, May 20, 2020

Coronavirus: Hydroxychloroquine trial begins in the UK

The study will test the drugs - one of which Donald Trump has said he is taking - against a placebo.

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Zuckerberg: Facebook to 'take down' coronavirus misinformation

Mark Zuckerberg explains how the social network is responding to the Covid-19 crisis.

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Amphan: Indian city of Kolkata devastated by cyclone

Many of the city's 14 million people are without electricity and communications have been disrupted.

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

The 52-second video was reportedly shot nearly a year ago, but went viral a few weeks ago.

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Spandau Ballet, a radio quiz, one syllable - and a $10,000 riddle

When a Singaporean quizzer lost a huge cash prize over one syllable, he got some unlikely help.

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US Senate passes bill that could delist some Chinese firms

The moves comes as tensions rise between Washington and Beijing over the coronavirus pandemic.

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The US beef industry loses at least $US13 billion and is still in turmoil after outbreaks of coronavirus in meat plants across the country. US beef industry in turmoil after coronavirus outbreaks in meat plants

The US beef industry loses at least $US13 billion and is still in turmoil after outbreaks of coronavirus in meat plants across the country.



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

The president is called "disgusting" by Joe Scarborough's furious co-host and wife.

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Queenslanders have received a long weekend in August as the Ekka public holiday moves to a Friday to help the tourism industry. Ekka public holiday moves for Queenslanders to enjoy a long weekend

Queenslanders have received a long weekend in August as the Ekka public holiday moves to a Friday to help the tourism industry.



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A majority of the 36,000 voters who took part in an ABC poll want Queensland's borders to stay closed until at least September, but there was one notable exception. Thousands of Queenslanders want borders to stay shut until September, ABC poll finds

A majority of the 36,000 voters who took part in an ABC poll want Queensland's borders to stay closed until at least September, but there was one notable exception.



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Ex-Trump lawyer Cohen to be freed from prison

Michael Cohen will continue serving his sentence at home as Covid-19 spreads in prisons.

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Robbie Katter wants unemployed tourism and retail employees to pack up and move to the outback temporarily to fill unskilled roles. Katter calls for out of work coastal Queenslanders to apply for outback jobs

Robbie Katter wants unemployed tourism and retail employees to pack up and move to the outback temporarily to fill unskilled roles.



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When birds started dropping out of the sky in front of Michelle Crisp in Esperance, she contacted her local newspaper. The resulting story led to a government inquiry into lead poisoning, and is an example of what may soon be lost. 'That's where we find out our news': Communities are mourning the loss of regional papers

When birds started dropping out of the sky in front of Michelle Crisp in Esperance, she contacted her local newspaper. The resulting story led to a government inquiry into lead poisoning, and is an example of what may soon be lost.



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

The head of the World Health Organization warns the pandemic is a "long way" from being over.

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Coronavirus: Sleepless nights for doctors in a war zone

People in Afghanistan dared to hope for peace, but they are now fighting both violence and the virus.

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Coronavirus: What does it mean for natural disaster response?

How are emergency services preparing for natural disasters amid the coronavirus pandemic?

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Doctor who raised concerns over PPE shortage admitted to mental hospital

The Andhra Pradesh medic was suspended after complaining about the lack of protective equipment.

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Colombia: How armed gangs are using lockdown to target activists

Campaigners were already at risk but restrictions have left them easy targets for militia groups.

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Coronavirus: Universities fear fall in lucrative overseas students

Education is one of the sectors of the global economy that is being hardest hit by the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: The Russian republic enduring a 'catastrophe'

The coronavirus outbreak in Dagestan in southern Russia saw 10 dying each day at its peak.

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Africa didn't dither but faces long coronavirus fight

How the continent's sense of vulnerability may help it adapt to yet another deadly disease.

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Man makes money buying his own pizza on DoorDash app

The owner of a pizza restaurant discovered the app was selling his food cheaper than he was but still paying him full price.

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Tuesday, May 19, 2020

Australia's largest cattle company may be back in the black, but the road ahead includes the fallout from COVID-19 and trade troubles with China. Australia's largest cattle company turns its finances around, but uncertain times lay ahead

Australia's largest cattle company may be back in the black, but the road ahead includes the fallout from COVID-19 and trade troubles with China.



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Coronavirus lockdown: The Indian migrants dying to get home

Many poor Indians, fleeing hunger in locked down cities, have died of exhaustion or in accidents.

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

Ukraine's president is still popular after a year in power but his top team has fallen apart.

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Does chloroquine work against coronavirus?

President Trump says he takes the drug as a preventative measure. But what do we know about its effectiveness?

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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.

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Coronavirus: What's the risk on public transport?

Bus and train operators are reducing services and increasing cleaning.

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After more than a year of lobbying by cement, minerals and freight industry groups, the Federal Government abandons a promise that would raise millions of dollars to protect Australian farmers from pests and diseases. Lobbyists thwart Government levy plan designed to tackle pests and diseases

After more than a year of lobbying by cement, minerals and freight industry groups, the Federal Government abandons a promise that would raise millions of dollars to protect Australian farmers from pests and diseases.



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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.

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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.

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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.

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Social distancing: When extreme weather and coronavirus collide

People displaced by extreme weather are forced to break Covid-19 social distancing safety guidelines.

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The Queensland Beekeepers' Association says many honey producers have been forced to hand feed their insects to keep them alive after an unprecedented combination of drought and bushfires. Beekeepers' dire warning if starving bees don't make it through winter

The Queensland Beekeepers' Association says many honey producers have been forced to hand feed their insects to keep them alive after an unprecedented combination of drought and bushfires.



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Recent rain across South Australia's Yorke Peninsula has bought greenery back to the region and farmers busy planting this season's grain crop. 'I still have flashbacks': Edithburgh fire recovery six months on sees green paddocks, busy farmers

Recent rain across South Australia's Yorke Peninsula has bought greenery back to the region and farmers busy planting this season's grain crop.



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A Central Coast councillor is angling for Lake Macquarie's iconic Big Prawn, but the man who built it says he wants it to stay in his community. Plans for Big Prawn to join Central Coast's giant animal menagerie

A Central Coast councillor is angling for Lake Macquarie's iconic Big Prawn, but the man who built it says he wants it to stay in his community.



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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".

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Venezuelan bank files legal claim with Bank of England over gold

The Central Bank of Venezuela says the gold's value will be used to tackle coronavirus.

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

The 17-year-old boy is accused of fatally stabbing a woman an erotic massage parlour this year.

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

What's behind the angry videos posted by the billionaire relative of Bashar al-Assad?

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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.

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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.

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

After years of boom, is the US oil industry now going bust?

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A Victorian hobby farmer had no choice but to euthanase one of her pigs after it was attacked, she believes, by hunters flouting coronavirus restrictions. Farmer's pig stabbed as hunters go 'absolutely berserk' amid eased restrictions

A Victorian hobby farmer had no choice but to euthanase one of her pigs after it was attacked, she believes, by hunters flouting coronavirus restrictions.



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Coronavirus: Remote controlled mask invented to allow eating

Israeli investors have developed a coronavirus mask that has an automatic mouth hole.

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US sees first gig in months

Fans wore masks and had their temperatures taken before watching the show in Arkansas.

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Sudan 'must pay' US East African embassy attack victims

The US Supreme Court rules in favour of damages over the 1998 bombings in Kenya and Tanzania.

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Coronavirus: World Health Organization members agree coronavirus response probe

The vote follows criticism of the organisation and China, particularly from the United States.

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Pakistan: Man who kissed murdered girls in video arrested

Police in Pakistan also detained two others believed to be involved in the teenagers' killings.

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EasyJet admits nine million customers hacked

The attack was "sophisticated" the airline said, adding that some credit card details had been accessed.

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Polish hit song on grieving 'censored', sparking protests

Public radio is accused of censoring an anti-government song that topped the charts.

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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.

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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.

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Work is to start next week on a massive upgrade of the world's longest fence. Rebuild of world's longest fence about to begin

Work is to start next week on a massive upgrade of the world's longest fence.



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Coronavirus vaccine: First evidence jab can train immune system

Larger trials now needed to see if the vaccine can protect against the coronavirus.

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Monday, May 18, 2020

Amphan: India evacuates millions ahead of super cyclone

The storm is expected to make landfall on Wednesday on India's eastern coast.

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Australia's barley trade with one of the most lucrative markets in the world has effectively ended overnight. Here's why farmers can't just sell it for the same price somewhere else. Without Chinese brewers to supply, Australian barley farmers could lose hundreds of millions

Australia's barley trade with one of the most lucrative markets in the world has effectively ended overnight. Here's why farmers can't just sell it for the same price somewhere else.



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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.

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Geraldton based seafood operators are hoping their successes in state wide produce awards will cement the region as a recognised seafood hotspot and aid industry recovery from coronavirus market shut downs. Could Geraldton become a seafood capital in Western Australia?

Geraldton based seafood operators are hoping their successes in state wide produce awards will cement the region as a recognised seafood hotspot and aid industry recovery from coronavirus market shut downs.



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Geraldton based seafood operators are hoping their successes in state wide produce awards will cement the region as a recognised seafood hotspot and aid industry recovery from coronavirus market shut downs. Could Geraldton become a seafood capital in Western Australia?

Geraldton based seafood operators are hoping their successes in state wide produce awards will cement the region as a recognised seafood hotspot and aid industry recovery from coronavirus market shut downs.



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Tourism and resort operators push to move the traditional Brisbane mid-week Ekka public holiday to a Friday to create a long weekend. Should the Ekka holiday be moved to Friday for 2020?

Tourism and resort operators push to move the traditional Brisbane mid-week Ekka public holiday to a Friday to create a long weekend.



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Coronavirus: Chile protesters clash with police over lockdown

Police use tear gas and water cannon to disperse protesters in Santiago's El Bosque district.

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Coronavirus lockdown: The harmonica player giving cheer to neighbours

Frederic Yonnet is an urban jazz harmonica player who believes music can bridge social distancing.

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Coronavirus splits couple from baby born through surrogacy 8,000 miles away

Flavia and José have not yet been able to meet their baby, born through surrogacy seven weeks ago.

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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.

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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.

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Converting commercial fishing into a quota system could leave the industry open to corporate takeover, industry stakeholders fear, as the State Government seeks to tighten the net on fisheries with major reforms. Fears of corporate takeover as SA Government seeks to put quotas on fisheries

Converting commercial fishing into a quota system could leave the industry open to corporate takeover, industry stakeholders fear, as the State Government seeks to tighten the net on fisheries with major reforms.



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Ryanair: Air passenger quarantine plans 'idiotic'

CEO Michael O'Leary tells BBC Radio 5 Live that measures to contain coronavirus have too many exemptions to be effective.

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Israeli convicted of West Bank arson attack that killed three Palestinians

A Palestinian infant and his parents were killed when their home in Duma was firebombed in 2015.

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Burkina Faso unveils 'corrected' Thomas Sankara statue

A new monument to the African nationalist hero is unveiled after parts of the original "melted".

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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.

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The four bidders shortlisted by Virgin Australia's appointed administrator Deloitte include a mix of Australian and foreign-based players and some with greater aviation focus than others. Four bidders have been shortlisted to take over Virgin Australia. This is what we know about them

The four bidders shortlisted by Virgin Australia's appointed administrator Deloitte include a mix of Australian and foreign-based players and some with greater aviation focus than others.



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Senior DFAT bureaucrat Julie Delforce, who is also the mother of a renowned animal rights activist, has resigned following an investigation into her links to the Aussie Farms website. Activist's mother resigns from DFAT following investigation into Aussie Farms website connections

Senior DFAT bureaucrat Julie Delforce, who is also the mother of a renowned animal rights activist, has resigned following an investigation into her links to the Aussie Farms website.



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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.

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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.

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Sunday, May 17, 2020

A farmer from South Australia's mid-north says Americans cannot get enough of Australian carob, a sweet and tasty chocolate substitute. Carob from South Australia a sweet success story in the US market

A farmer from South Australia's mid-north says Americans cannot get enough of Australian carob, a sweet and tasty chocolate substitute.



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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.

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Why the cancellation of Australia's 'chicken Olympics' could change the future of poultry for the better. COVID-19 lays the foundation for future 'chicken Olympics' champions

Why the cancellation of Australia's 'chicken Olympics' could change the future of poultry for the better.



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Victorian tourist destinations devastated by bushfires have welcomed back visitors for the first time since coronavirus restrictions were imposed. Fire-scarred Gippsland welcomes tourists back as restrictions ease

Victorian tourist destinations devastated by bushfires have welcomed back visitors for the first time since coronavirus restrictions were imposed.



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The Federal Agriculture Minister confirms he's been unable to speak with his Chinese counterpart on the eve of an expected tariff being formally imposed on Australian barley. Australian Agriculture Minister told China has no time to talk with him

The Federal Agriculture Minister confirms he's been unable to speak with his Chinese counterpart on the eve of an expected tariff being formally imposed on Australian barley.



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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.

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Virgin Australia and its administrator Deloitte shortlist four parties who could end up being the new owners of Australia's second major carrier. Shortlist of four suitors in the running to take over Virgin Australia

Virgin Australia and its administrator Deloitte shortlist four parties who could end up being the new owners of Australia's second major carrier.



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A Queensland agronomist says he's got farmers who haven't sown a winter crop since 2916 — but this year there are seeds in the ground and hope in the air. Queensland farmers plant winter crops for the first time in years

A Queensland agronomist says he's got farmers who haven't sown a winter crop since 2916 — but this year there are seeds in the ground and hope in the air.



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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.

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Coronavirus: European countries set to further ease lockdowns

Italy, Spain and Portugal are among the countries that will relax their restrictions from Monday.

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One dead after Canadian Snowbirds acrobatic jet crashes into home

The Snowbirds jet was on a mission to boost the morale of Canadians fighting the spread of Covid-19.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Jorge Armenta: Mexican journalist killed in 'armed attack'

Jorge Armenta, director of Medios Obson, had received threats and was under government protection.

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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.

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Meet the baby orangutans learning to climb trees

Baby orangutans are learning new skills from their human surrogate parents.

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Chinese ambassador to Israel 'found dead at home'

China has yet to confirm the Israeli media reports about the death of Ambassador Du Wei.

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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.

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Pregnant couples and the recently bereaved are among hundreds of skilled migrants unable to leave or return to Australia while the Federal Government's international travel bans remain in effect. 'The pain is unbearable': Workers separated from children, jobs and homes by Australia's travel bans

Pregnant couples and the recently bereaved are among hundreds of skilled migrants unable to leave or return to Australia while the Federal Government's international travel bans remain in effect.



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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.

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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.

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Saturday, May 16, 2020

Pregnant couples are among those separated with little hope of reunion as travel bans keep Australians and non-citizens apart during international travel bans. 'The pain is unbearable': Workers leave children, jobs and homes behind as they are locked out of Australia

Pregnant couples are among those separated with little hope of reunion as travel bans keep Australians and non-citizens apart during international travel bans.



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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.

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A collection of 50-year-old rodeo photos shared online prompts a flood of memories and stories from people across the Top End. 'There weren't many women': Historic rodeo photos prompt memories and bush yarns

A collection of 50-year-old rodeo photos shared online prompts a flood of memories and stories from people across the Top End.



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High-ranking calls to China have gone unanswered amid an escalating trade dispute with Australia that has been fuelled by requests for an investigation into the origins of COVID-19. China not returning Trade Minister's calls amid escalating tensions

High-ranking calls to China have gone unanswered amid an escalating trade dispute with Australia that has been fuelled by requests for an investigation into the origins of COVID-19.



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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.

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Trains stopped running on the historic Ida Bay Railway in 2018 after a derailment, but former driver Dave Collins says "it sucks you in" and he and other enthusiasts want to pay to get the attraction back on the rails. Former driver says he would 'lay down as a sleeper' to restart railway

Trains stopped running on the historic Ida Bay Railway in 2018 after a derailment, but former driver Dave Collins says "it sucks you in" and he and other enthusiasts want to pay to get the attraction back on the rails.



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High-ranking calls to China have gone unanswered amid an escalating trade dispute with Australia that has been fuelled by requests for an investigation into the origins of COVID-19. China not returning Trade Minister's calls amid escalating tensions

High-ranking calls to China have gone unanswered amid an escalating trade dispute with Australia that has been fuelled by requests for an investigation into the origins of COVID-19.



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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.

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Coronavirus: Are Italians losing faith in the EU?

As Italy slowly emerges from coronavirus lockdown many citizens feel let down by the EU.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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Letter from Africa: Spare a thought for stranded migrants

Ismail Einashe writes that migrants are facing a tougher time since the outbreak of coronavirus.

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One every eight minutes: India's missing children

Many of those who vanish are trafficked and exploited, but there's little public outrage.

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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.

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JC Penney: US department store files for bankruptcy

The 118-year-old company has warned stores will close as a result of the filing.

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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.

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Eurovision: Singers from cancelled contest say thank you

With the song contest cancelled, this year's Eurovision artists have recorded a message for fans.

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ICYMI: Seals, North Korea and penguins at a museum

Here are some stories you may have missed this week.

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Félicien Kabuga: Rwanda genocide suspect arrested in France

Businessman Félicien Kabuga is alleged to have financed the groups that carried out the Rwandan genocide.

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

Fariba Adelkhah's lawyer says she has been convicted of national security charges.

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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.

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Steve Linick: Trump fires state department inspector general

Steve Linick was investigating Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, a senior Democrat says.

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India coronavirus lockdown: Road accident kills 24 migrant workers

Millions of Indian workers are travelling home after losing their jobs in the coronavirus lockdown.

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Friday, May 15, 2020

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.

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Australia's bioenergy industry says Australia could be better at utilising the green fuels being produced in regional Australia, much of which is instead shipped overseas. Biofuels industry says COVID-19 pandemic a good time to review energy policy

Australia's bioenergy industry says Australia could be better at utilising the green fuels being produced in regional Australia, much of which is instead shipped overseas.



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Stock and station agent Peter MacCallum is confident a historical rainfall graph is proof that we are well on the way out of the worst drought in living memory. Is the drought over? These hopeful farmers say an unequivocal 'yes!'

Stock and station agent Peter MacCallum is confident a historical rainfall graph is proof that we are well on the way out of the worst drought in living memory.



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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.

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Brewers are expected to tip millions of litres of beer down the drain as it goes stale in pubs with no patrons, but also to avoid paying alcohol taxes if they try to sell it later. 'Millions of litres' of beer tipped down drain due to ongoing pub closures

Brewers are expected to tip millions of litres of beer down the drain as it goes stale in pubs with no patrons, but also to avoid paying alcohol taxes if they try to sell it later.



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Brewers are expected to tip millions of litres of beer down the drain as it goes stale in pubs with no patrons, but also to avoid paying alcohol taxes if they tried to sell it later. 'Millions of litres' of beer tipped down drain due to ongoing pub closures

Brewers are expected to tip millions of litres of beer down the drain as it goes stale in pubs with no patrons, but also to avoid paying alcohol taxes if they tried to sell it later.



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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.

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With water in the Lower Darling river for the first time in over 18 months and recent rainfall, an outback publican says "it'll be exciting times" when restrictions are fully lifted. Flowing river lifts mood in outback NSW as the pubs get ready to reopen

With water in the Lower Darling river for the first time in over 18 months and recent rainfall, an outback publican says "it'll be exciting times" when restrictions are fully lifted.



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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.

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Coronavirus leaves Gulf migrant workers stranded

For decades, migrant workers built the economies of the Gulf, but Covid-19 has left them stranded.

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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.

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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.

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Week in pictures: 9-15 May 2020

A selection of news photographs taken around the world this week.

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NFL's Deandre Baker and Quinton Dunbar charged with armed robbery

Deandre Baker of the New York Giants and Quinton Dunbar of the Seattle Seahawks both face charges.

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Coronavirus pushes German economy into recession

The economy shrank 2.2% in the first three months of 2020 as the pandemic took its toll on activity.

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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.

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Coronavirus: Surrogate babies stranded in Ukraine

Babies born to surrogate mothers are stuck in Ukraine due to coronavirus lockdown measures.

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The WA timber industry slams the State Government for halting a logging project approved two years ago. ‘Shambolic political interference’: Forestry industry lashes Government over 11th-hour review

The WA timber industry slams the State Government for halting a logging project approved two years ago.



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Coronavirus: Baltic states open a pandemic 'travel bubble'

Residents of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania can now travel freely between the three nations.

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Members of Australia's biggest wheat exporter have narrowly voted to remove a board member, Trevor Badger, for the first time in the WA cooperative's 87-year history. CBH Group members support board member dismissal

Members of Australia's biggest wheat exporter have narrowly voted to remove a board member, Trevor Badger, for the first time in the WA cooperative's 87-year history.



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Thursday, May 14, 2020

An organic avocado grower who hit rock bottom due to drought last year is lifting hundreds of strangers' spirits, with the gift of beautiful sunflowers. Farmer's generous gift after fighting back from depression

An organic avocado grower who hit rock bottom due to drought last year is lifting hundreds of strangers' spirits, with the gift of beautiful sunflowers.



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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.

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"It gives a little bit of security, not a lot," say Murray Valley irrigators who will receive their first water allocation in two years and hope to plant rice. 'Just a little bit of certainty': Irrigators hope to plant rice after small water allocation

"It gives a little bit of security, not a lot," say Murray Valley irrigators who will receive their first water allocation in two years and hope to plant rice.



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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.

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The past 74 hours has been like Christmas, Easter and New Year's Eve all rolled into one for the team the Portland tackle shop in south-west Victoria. Fishers delighted to hear southern bluefin tuna bag limits will not be halved

The past 74 hours has been like Christmas, Easter and New Year's Eve all rolled into one for the team the Portland tackle shop in south-west Victoria.



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Rural tourism operators experience a jump in inquiries and bookings as regional travel becomes possible again. Early signs of potential domestic tourism boom

Rural tourism operators experience a jump in inquiries and bookings as regional travel becomes possible again.



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A new report on safety in Western Australia's mining industry reveals hundreds of workers have been seriously injured on the job, including incidents where a driller had two fingers amputated and another worker broke both ankles in a rock fall. 'Wounded soldiers of industry': Safety has improved dramatically but mining 'still a dangerous job'

A new report on safety in Western Australia's mining industry reveals hundreds of workers have been seriously injured on the job, including incidents where a driller had two fingers amputated and another worker broke both ankles in a rock fall.



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Rural tourism operators experience a jump in inquiries and bookings as regional travel becomes possible again. Early signs of potential domestic tourism boom

Rural tourism operators experience a jump in inquiries and bookings as regional travel becomes possible again.



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The wet Tasmanian Autumn has left potatoes rotting in the field with paddocks too muddy for harvest. Muddy spuds rot in the field with ground too soft to harvest

The wet Tasmanian Autumn has left potatoes rotting in the field with paddocks too muddy for harvest.



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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.

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According to a new Australia's Exporter Supply Chain Assurance System report, two companies breached animal welfare standards in Indonesia and Vietnam last year. Live export animal welfare rules breached in Indonesia and Vietnam, Ag Department finds

According to a new Australia's Exporter Supply Chain Assurance System report, two companies breached animal welfare standards in Indonesia and Vietnam last year.



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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.

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Coronavirus: How the pandemic is relaxing US drinking laws

Many states are relaxing rules about selling alcohol to-go to accommodate Covid closures.

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Appalachian Trail: Covid postpones the great American adventure

For Americans are missing the great outdoors, the Appalachian Trail is waiting.

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Coronavirus: How exposed is your job?

See how your job compares to others in terms of exposure to disease and closeness to other people.

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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.

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Coral bleaching: Scientists 'find way to make coral more heat-resistant'

Researchers say they have developed a lab-grown strain of microalgae which is more tolerant to heat.

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Coronavirus: New Zealand lockdown eased as businesses reopen

New Zealand has reported no new cases of the virus in the past three days.

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1MDB: Malaysia drops charges against Wolf of Wall Street producer

Riza Aziz, producer of the Wolf of Wall Street, was caught up in the 1MDB state fund scandal.

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

Investigators suspect the 45-year-old sergeant major of links to the far right.

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Coronavirus Sanofi: France resists idea of US getting vaccine first

The government says French drug giant Sanofi should not prioritise the US market.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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It has been just over four months since a bushfire nearly destroyed Dan Tarasenko's free-range chicken farm and his applications for Government recovery loans have stalled. Farmers still waiting for bushfire loan applications to be assessed

It has been just over four months since a bushfire nearly destroyed Dan Tarasenko's free-range chicken farm and his applications for Government recovery loans have stalled.



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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.

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Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Duck processor Luv-a-Duck has been forced to cut more than 60 jobs because of the impact of coronavirus on the food service industry. One of Australia's largest duck processors stands down over 60 staff

Duck processor Luv-a-Duck has been forced to cut more than 60 jobs because of the impact of coronavirus on the food service industry.



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Australia produced more than 10.6 million trays of mangoes last season. But the big question is, who produced more — Queensland or the Northern Territory? Queensland and the NT are mango-growing rivals. This year there is a clear winner

Australia produced more than 10.6 million trays of mangoes last season. But the big question is, who produced more — Queensland or the Northern Territory?



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Three Central Australian cattle stations covering 565,800 hectares are bought by a Red Centre pastoralist for $38.5 million bare of stock and plant. Local pastoralist buys three NT cattle properties for $38.5m

Three Central Australian cattle stations covering 565,800 hectares are bought by a Red Centre pastoralist for $38.5 million bare of stock and plant.



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A proposed bicycle trail could help the Barossa Valley bounce back from drought, fires and coronavirus restrictions. Barossa Valley post-coronavirus plans include 'very unique' cycle trail

A proposed bicycle trail could help the Barossa Valley bounce back from drought, fires and coronavirus restrictions.



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

The president criticises his task force expert's caution about reopening the US too quickly.

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Coronavirus puts spotlight on landmark year for nature

The pandemic could have an impact on conservation efforts for years to come, say conservation experts.

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A hydrogen project in WA's Mid West could produce enough fuel to power tractors by the end of 2022. Clean green hydrogen could power tractors

A hydrogen project in WA's Mid West could produce enough fuel to power tractors by the end of 2022.



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Tasmania's small highway towns say they have been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic and the shutting of the state's borders, and are urging anyone passing through to support them. 'Don't forget we're here': Coronavirus turns highway stops into ghost towns

Tasmania's small highway towns say they have been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic and the shutting of the state's borders, and are urging anyone passing through to support them.



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Republicans snatch rare prize of California seat

It is the first Republican win from a Democrat in the liberal stronghold since 1998.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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We will have summer tourist season, promises EU

The European Union is to propose a gradual lifting of borders to kick-start a tourist industry.

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Coronavirus: Broadway actor Nick Cordero wakes from coma

The Canadian star has been in hospital since late March and has had his right leg amputated.

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Ahmaud Arbery mum 'believes there will be justice'

The mother of Ahmaud Arbery, who was killed while out for a jog, says the case is moving in the "right direction".

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Coronavirus: Brazil records highest daily rise in deaths

The country, which is at the centre of the Latin American outbreak, registers 881 deaths in a day.

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Nature crisis: Moths have 'secret role' as crucial pollinators

Fluttering creatures of the night are also vital pollinators of plants and flowers, say scientists.

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Australia's farm lobby attempts to quash fears that China's trade blitz on Australian agriculture could grow. NFF concerned by China's clampdown but says 'issues do arise'

Australia's farm lobby attempts to quash fears that China's trade blitz on Australian agriculture could grow.



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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.

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Tuesday, May 12, 2020

'I was shunned over coronavirus fears'

Coronavirus stigma surrounds the East African nation's health workers, patients and survivors.

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Queensland's Premier is writing to the Prime Minister in a bid to stop a "full-blown trade war" with China, which she says could threaten thousands of the state's beef processing jobs. More than 3,000 jobs could be lost over China trade tensions, Premier warns

Queensland's Premier is writing to the Prime Minister in a bid to stop a "full-blown trade war" with China, which she says could threaten thousands of the state's beef processing jobs.



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Increased interest in Victorian minerals slows down the exploration application process. Five-year high for mineral mining applications in Victoria

Increased interest in Victorian minerals slows down the exploration application process.



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The Coonamble show is cancelled but as the NSW town recovers from years of drought, empty shops will exhibit quilts, pumpkins and flowers in a 'show-not-show' event. Dagwood dogs at cafes, craft in empty shopfronts for locked-down Coonamble show

The Coonamble show is cancelled but as the NSW town recovers from years of drought, empty shops will exhibit quilts, pumpkins and flowers in a 'show-not-show' event.



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This man has collected organic food waste for 15 years, and says it recently skyrocketed. Bunbury panic-buyers cause food waste to 'double'

This man has collected organic food waste for 15 years, and says it recently skyrocketed.



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

Passengers on the Greg Mortimer had already left the ship last month.

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Thousands of flowers and bulbs are being planted in Toowoomba despite uncertainty over whether the Carnival of Flowers will go ahead in September. Carnival of Flowers plantings go ahead, despite COVID-19 doubt

Thousands of flowers and bulbs are being planted in Toowoomba despite uncertainty over whether the Carnival of Flowers will go ahead in September.



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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.

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Nurses and staff at Gidgee Healing in Mount Isa chat live to Her Royal Highness Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and the Countess of Wessex Sophie. Rural nurses meet with Duchess of Cambridge for a chat

Nurses and staff at Gidgee Healing in Mount Isa chat live to Her Royal Highness Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and the Countess of Wessex Sophie.



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The emerging bioenergy industry could play a fundamental role in Australian agriculture meeting its $100 billion value by 2030 and also help New South Wales achieve its target of zero net emissions by 2050. Could farmers fuel the next stage of renewables?

The emerging bioenergy industry could play a fundamental role in Australian agriculture meeting its $100 billion value by 2030 and also help New South Wales achieve its target of zero net emissions by 2050.



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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.

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The faded beauty of abandoned cars

Photographer Dieter Klein searched Europe and the US to discover cars lost to time.

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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.

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

How Beijing is mounting an aggressive campaign to defend its handling of the coronavirus pandemic.

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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.

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India coronavirus: How cake and songs made police pandemic heroes

India's lockdown has brought the police and public closer, but will it last?

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Hackers hit A-list law firm of Lady Gaga, Drake and Madonna

Grubman Shire Meiselas & Sacks hit by hackers who claim to have contracts and personal emails of stars.

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Czech media name Russian diplomat in 'poison plot' row

Russia's embassy in Prague asks for police protection in response to the report on Czech TV.

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Coronavirus: Fauci to warn Senate of 'needless suffering and death'

The US's top infectious diseases doctor will warn senators of the risks of re-opening too soon.

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Studio Ghibli artist teaches anime fans how to draw Totoro

Anime film producer's top tips on drawing the famous character like a pro.

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Valéry Giscard d’Estaing accused of sexual harassment

Officials launch an inquiry into the former president for allegedly groping a female journalist.

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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.

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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.

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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 feared.

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Monday, May 11, 2020

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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A scientist is surprised by reports of a rare dolphin found dead on the road at Cahills Crossing, 60 kilometres from the sea where crocodiles rule the East Alligator River. Rare dolphin found dead up croc infested river in Kakadu National Park

A scientist is surprised by reports of a rare dolphin found dead on the road at Cahills Crossing, 60 kilometres from the sea where crocodiles rule the East Alligator River.



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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.

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

Investors are debating what impact the adjustment will have on the cryptocurrency market.

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Victoria's Agriculture Minister blames recruitment delays at the Pig Services Centre on coronavirus, but details have emerged of unexplained delays before that. Victoria's Pig Services Centre recruitment delays blamed on coronavirus

Victoria's Agriculture Minister blames recruitment delays at the Pig Services Centre on coronavirus, but details have emerged of unexplained delays before that.



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The Rockhampton Agricultural Show is off this year, due to coronavirus restrictions, but residents will still get a public holiday. Rocky Show no go, but public holiday still on

The Rockhampton Agricultural Show is off this year, due to coronavirus restrictions, but residents will still get a public holiday.



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Locals and wildlife groups in bushfire-devastated NSW work hard to restore crucial koala habitat. Koala habitat rescue bid underway after bushfire devastation

Locals and wildlife groups in bushfire-devastated NSW work hard to restore crucial koala habitat.



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Widespread autumn rainfall across most of New South Wales has brought a sense of optimism to rural communities as machinery sales surge, property prices rocket and livestock prices soar. Rain renews confidence in the paddock, farm prices soar for many NSW farmers

Widespread autumn rainfall across most of New South Wales has brought a sense of optimism to rural communities as machinery sales surge, property prices rocket and livestock prices soar.



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Coronavirus: The lost six weeks when US failed to contain outbreak

Having watched Asian and European countries struggle, the US was slow to test and lock down.

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Drinkers will need to prove where they live to get a beer at an outback Queensland pub. Is your licence up to date? It might cost you a beer

Drinkers will need to prove where they live to get a beer at an outback Queensland pub.



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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.

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Until the coronavirus pandemic, Leogate Estate Wines was flying high, but many of its sales channels have been shut off and now a spat between Australian and China is threatening its main export market. Farmers on the front line in a diplomatic row with China

Until the coronavirus pandemic, Leogate Estate Wines was flying high, but many of its sales channels have been shut off and now a spat between Australian and China is threatening its main export market.



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Coronavirus: France eases lockdown after eight weeks

France and some other European countries ease restrictions after two months of lockdown.

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Skateboarder, 11, lands record 1080-degree turn

Gui Khury from Brazil achieved the goal after using his time in lockdown to practise.

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Coronavirus: Mexican jailed gang leader Escamilla dies

Mexican Moisés Escamilla was serving a sentence for crimes including the decapitation of 12 people.

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Coronavirus: Robot dog enforces social distancing in Singapore park

The four-legged robot carries a camera and speaker to play social distancing messages in Singapore.

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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.

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Moscow care home fire kills at least nine

A night-time blaze traps elderly hospice residents in Krasnogorsk on the edge of Moscow.

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Coronavirus: Crowd concerns as Australia’s restrictions ease

Crowds flock to shopping centres as Australia comes out of lockdown.

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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.

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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.

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Australian grain farmers have stopped sowing barley mid-stream as they brace for lower prices and the prospect of losing a major market, in a brewing trade storm. Trade tensions with China lead Australian farmers to reduce barley plantings

Australian grain farmers have stopped sowing barley mid-stream as they brace for lower prices and the prospect of losing a major market, in a brewing trade storm.



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A former judge or Queen’s Counsel is to be selected to head up an independent board of inquiry into a Queensland coal mine explosion that critically injured five workers. 'Unacceptable' coal mine explosion to be investigated by independent board of inquiry

A former judge or Queen’s Counsel is to be selected to head up an independent board of inquiry into a Queensland coal mine explosion that critically injured five workers.



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Sunday, May 10, 2020

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Niger attacks: At least 20 killed in Tillaberi villages

The unidentified assailants reportedly looted shop, stole cattle and ordered inhabitants to flee.

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A huge reward is offered for a husky that lives in the desert but sleeps in a fridge and demands ice at Threeways Roadhouse, missing for more than a month. 'It's like someone stole my child': Reward for missing dog from remote roadhouse

A huge reward is offered for a husky that lives in the desert but sleeps in a fridge and demands ice at Threeways Roadhouse, missing for more than a month.



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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.

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Mount Isa's rescue animals are used when pets need blood transfusions, giving local vets a reliable system. Canine blood transfusions from rescued animals

Mount Isa's rescue animals are used when pets need blood transfusions, giving local vets a reliable system.



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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.

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Migrants struggle to send money home

The Covid-19 pandemic is limiting the ability of people to send and receive money around the world.

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

Psychologists have seen people with coronavirus symptoms more associated with disasters or war.

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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.

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New research suggests the agriculture industry should prepare to import large shipments of feed grain for livestock, despite the biosecurity risks. Livestock industry investigates importing feed grain

New research suggests the agriculture industry should prepare to import large shipments of feed grain for livestock, despite the biosecurity risks.



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A specialised isolation exercise program is working to keep young people physically and mentally fit during the coronavirus pandemic. 'It feel goods to get fit': Online program gives teens purpose during isolation

A specialised isolation exercise program is working to keep young people physically and mentally fit during the coronavirus pandemic.



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New technology for residents in the remote Indigenous community means they can keep in contact with family, but it also helps staff retention for organisations like the health centre. 4G connection for Doomadgee to help retain vital health workers

New technology for residents in the remote Indigenous community means they can keep in contact with family, but it also helps staff retention for organisations like the health centre.



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NY care homes ordered to test workers for Covid-19

NY elderly care facilities will lose licenses if they don't abide by new Covid rules, says governor.

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Several good falls of rain in autumn come as a blessing for farmers in the Central West region of New South Wales after three years of crippling drought. 'As good as it gets': Farmers set up for best season in years after big rainfall

Several good falls of rain in autumn come as a blessing for farmers in the Central West region of New South Wales after three years of crippling drought.



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