Two dead and five wounded in Quebec stabbing, police say

Police confirm at least two people have died and say they have arrested a man in his mid 20s.

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Algeria referendum: A vote 'to end years of deviousness'

The referendum is to cement democratic reforms but some activists say real change is not being made.

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

The stories of families who have lost sons in the latest territorial war over Nagorno-Karabakh.

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How the controversial Nile dam might fix Sudan's floods

Egypt and Ethiopia are at loggerheads over the mega dam, with Sudan literally stuck in the middle.

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India couple bullied for intimate wedding photoshoot

Indian couple trolled for intimate post-wedding photoshoot refuses to give in to bullies.

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'My parents had hearts of gold, they didn't deserve it'

How people are dealing with the effects of coronavirus in one New York neighbourhood.

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

The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson is just one star who's recorded with a group of girls from Afghanistan.

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

How music has featured prominently in the protests calling for President Lukashenko to step down.

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US Election 2020: Biden and Trump in last weekend dash round swing states

Joe Biden is in Michigan while Donald Trump arrives in Pennsylvania, both key to the White House race.

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US election: The big issue that could hurt Trump

Just ahead of the election, the US is seeing what could be the largest outbreak of the pandemic so far.

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US election 2020: 'It just makes me feel like a nobody'

Former prisoner Davion Hampton from Florida wants to vote in this US election. But he can't.

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US election: 'All Republicans should marry Democrats'

Chenren and Cathy Shao haven't let political differences get in the way of their eight-year marriage.

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US election 2020: The great dividing line of this campaign

For some Americans, civil unrest after police shootings is driving their support for Donald Trump.

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

More details emerge as a legal battle over the extradition of Meng Wanzhou continues in Canada.

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Rare 'blue moon' to enchant Halloween stargazers

A full moon at Halloween is a rare event but this year it is a blue moon which is even more unusual.

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US footballer Rapinoe announces engagement

Two-time US World Cup winner Megan Rapinoe and WNBA star Sue Bird have announced their engagement.

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

The alleged con artists said the lamp would make him rich, and pretended to conjure spirits from the lamp.

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Turkey-Greece quake: Search for survivors under rubble

Rescue workers hunt through collapsed buildings in the city of Izmir after Friday's deadly quake.

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

President Alassane Ouattara is running for a third term which his opponents say is illegal.

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Here's what constituents in one small town in the state's biggest electorate have on their minds as polling day arrives — a range of issues is as wide as the electorate itself. Campaigning leaders gave Queensland's largest electorate a miss but its voters want to be heard

Here's what constituents in one small town in the state's biggest electorate have on their minds as polling day arrives — a range of issues is as wide as the electorate itself.

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How social media is preparing for US election chaos

Social media companies are making plans in case of unrest after election day.

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Consolidated Pastoral Company, its hundreds of thousands of cattle, 3.2 million hectares of leases, and a feedlot business in Indonesia, has been bought-out by a British investor for at least $500 million. One of Australia's largest cattle companies, with nearly 300,000 head, sells for at least $500 million

Consolidated Pastoral Company, its hundreds of thousands of cattle, 3.2 million hectares of leases, and a feedlot business in Indonesia, has been bought-out by a British investor for at least $500 million.

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

Bangladesh has begun relocating hundreds of refugees to a small remote island, against their will.

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

Some people in Asia see Donald Trump as their man to stand up to China - and nervously hope he'll be re-elected.

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

The BBC speaks to journalists in the region who say doing their job has become increasingly difficult.

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The 400,000 seafarers who can't go home

Unions say Covid has in effect trapped thousands of seafarers on ships - waiting to go home.

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Climate change: You've got cheap data, how about cheap power too?

The iPhone transformed mobile phones in just 10 years. Could green energy see a similar revolution?

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Scared but socially distant in a Tokyo 'haunted house'

Could this zombie-inspired experience be for people who want to be frightened but be Covid-19 safe?

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US election 2020: Trump is in the fight of his political life

In the throes of an epoch-defining election, those looking for a healing process will be disappointed.

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US election 2020: Fact-checking Trump and Biden's final week

The presidential campaigns are coming to an end. We've fact-checked the candidates' latest claims.

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Mango growers in Kununurra face one of their most challenging mango harvests yet, off the back of a decade of dwindling yields out of WA's Ord Irrigation Scheme. Why aren't there more WA mangoes in the supermarket this season?

Mango growers in Kununurra face one of their most challenging mango harvests yet, off the back of a decade of dwindling yields out of WA's Ord Irrigation Scheme.

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A rabbit boom is wreaking havoc in the West Australian town of Peppermint Grove Beach and residents are calling on authorities to take action. Beach bunnies overrun WA town, undermine roads and footpaths

A rabbit boom is wreaking havoc in the West Australian town of Peppermint Grove Beach and residents are calling on authorities to take action.

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Coronavirus: Slovakia holds national test but president calls for delay

Everyone in Slovakia over the age of 10 is to be tested for Covid - but the president is sceptical.

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Covid: Belgium announces return to national lockdown

Non-essential shops will close until mid-December to help curb the highest infection rate in Europe.

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US election: What Latino first-time voters want

Every 30 seconds, a Latino in the US turns 18 and becomes eligible to vote.

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Berlin airport opens... 10 years late

Berlin's new airport is finally opening to the public, 10 years behind schedule and billions over budget.

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Earthquake in the Aegean rattles Greece and Turkey

A powerful earthquake has struck off Turkey's Aegean coast, north of the Greek island of Samos, officials say.

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Covid: France returns to lockdown amid new surge

The new national lockdown aims to tackle a sharp rise in infections and ease pressure on hospitals.

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Kanye West gives Kim Kardashian birthday hologram of dead father

Kim Kardashian calls the message from beyond the grave "the most thoughtful" 40th birthday gift.

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France attack: Nice in mourning after deadly church stabbings

Security across France tightens after a suspected Islamist militant stabs three people to death.

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Trump v Biden: A tale of two rallies

Donald Trump and Joe Biden slug it out in Florida, with very different campaign styles.

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

The Taiwanese military says their inclusion shows its "enlightened [and] progressive" attitude.

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Bushfire inquiry says Australia must prepare for 'alarming outlook'

A long-awaited report into Australia's bushfires warns of an "alarming" outlook in future decades.

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Home fruit growers in southern Queensland and Northern NSW are urged to be alert for signs of the world's most damaging banana disease after a rapid rise in infections. Outbreaks prompt alerts for killer banana disease lurking in backyards

Home fruit growers in southern Queensland and Northern NSW are urged to be alert for signs of the world's most damaging banana disease after a rapid rise in infections.

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If there's one demographic whose vote US President Donald Trump can count on next week it's American farmers, amid allegations of "vote buying". Trump has the farmers' vote in the US election, despite a trade war with China that cost them billions

If there's one demographic whose vote US President Donald Trump can count on next week it's American farmers, amid allegations of "vote buying".

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

Early referendum results show 65.2% voted "yes" to enforcing a law allowing assisted dying.

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Australian on Qatar flight where women ‘invasively examined' left 'terrified'

A woman on the same flight as "invasively examined" female passengers feared a "hostage situation".

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

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

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Why the humble text message is still a campaign weapon

Every election campaign uses more sophisticated tech, but the text message still cuts through.

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Indian brands reckon with a new challenge: hate

It's an unusual moment for India's corporate culture, which has shied away from political activism.

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Oil firm whistleblower trapped in Croatian holiday hell

A British lawyer exposed huge oil industry corruption - and now Monaco wants him extradited.

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Armenians on the front line in Nagorno-Karabakh

Armenian mothers fear for sons on the front line in Nagorno-Karabakh as both sides suffer heavy casualties.

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

Traffic stretched more than 430 miles (700km) in total just hours before new measures came into force.

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Walmart pulls guns from display over 'civil unrest' concerns

Walmart has removed gun and ammunition displays from its stores citing concerns of "civil unrest".

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Quiz of the week: Which Borat slogan did Kazakhstan embrace?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

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The introduction of a national state of emergency, an all-hazard emergency warning app and more aerial firefighting resources are among the recommendations from the bushfire royal commission's final report. Bushfire royal commission releases final report

The introduction of a national state of emergency, an all-hazard emergency warning app and more aerial firefighting resources are among the recommendations from the bushfire royal commission's final report.

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US Election 2020: Trump and Biden duel in critical state of Florida

Democrat Biden's lead over the US president is narrower in must-win states, with Florida a key prize.

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Coronavirus hardship in Mexico, Nigeria and Bangladesh

Three people from around the world who lost their jobs during the pandemic explain how it has affected their lives.

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'We asked Trump to stop playing YMCA' - Village People singer Victor Willis

Village People's lead singer says he doesn't endorse the US president, who regularly plays the classic at rallies.

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LVMH and Tiffany kiss and make up over takeover dispute

The French luxury brand will pay less to buy the US jeweller, ending a bitter dispute over the deal.

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At least three people have been killed in a knife attack in Nice

Nice Mayor Christian Estrosi said there had been a "terrorist attack at the heart of the Notre-Dame basilica".

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Nice attack: Mayor says deadly stabbing points to terrorism

A man and a woman are reported to have died and the mayor of Nice says it points to a terrorist attack.

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Light pollution: wasted energy seen from space

Entire city dims its streetlights, enabling scientists to measure light pollution from space.

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"The bravest person I have ever met," Farage praises Trump at Arizona rally

"This is the single most resilient and bravest person I have ever met in my life," the Brexit Party founder says of the US president.

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Covid: Lockdowns return as Europe confronts second wave

Two of the continent's biggest economies impose strict restrictions amid dire warnings over Covid-19.

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Old men, chocolate and Ivory Coast's bitter election

The president's U-turn over a third-term bid has opened up wounds in a country with a history of civil wars.

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Muttiah Muralitharan on the 'challenge' of his disputed biopic

A planned biopic of Sri Lanka bowler Muttiah Muralitharan has drawn protests but he insists it will air.

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Coronavirus: Remote Marshall Islands records first cases

The Marshall Islands was one of the few places free of Covid-19 until two US arrivals tested positive.

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Tony Chung: Hong Kong activist detained near US embassy charged

Tony Chung was detained as he reportedly planned to claim asylum at the US consulate.

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

Chilean woman Adriana Rivas was allegedly involved in seven kidnappings before moving to Australia.

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Australian winemakers are celebrating their most lucrative export year in more than a decade, as Chinese drinkers pay more for less wine. Australia's wine exports top $3bn as trade with China grows, despite allegations of dumping

Australian winemakers are celebrating their most lucrative export year in more than a decade, as Chinese drinkers pay more for less wine.

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Ask Pappinbarra grandmother Sue Frost, and she'll tell you that having a firefighter for a husband can be a blessing and a curse, given he is often needed elsewhere in an emergency. Either way, she says, she and her family are now prepared. Sue Frost fought off a bushfire with her daughters and granddaughter. They're prepared to do it again

Ask Pappinbarra grandmother Sue Frost, and she'll tell you that having a firefighter for a husband can be a blessing and a curse, given he is often needed elsewhere in an emergency. Either way, she says, she and her family are now prepared.

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US Election 2020: Trump slams lockdowns, Biden accuses him of insulting victims

The president says Mr Biden will cancel family gatherings, while the Democrat pledges to follow science.

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

A senior UN official says the Taliban is still tied to al-Qaeda in Afghanistan, in spite of US deal.

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US election: 'Our kids died in the Parkland shooting, but we disagree on guns'

The parents of two Parkland victims share different views on the issue of gun violence in the US.

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US election 2020: What to look out for on election night

Americans will pick their next president on 3 November. Here's what to look for as results roll in.

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This "rare" blue crustacean won't cuddle you at the end of the day, but the eye-catching native crayfish is becoming a popular pet of choice during the pandemic across the globe. Forget designer dogs, pet owners can't get enough of this electric-blue crustacean

This "rare" blue crustacean won't cuddle you at the end of the day, but the eye-catching native crayfish is becoming a popular pet of choice during the pandemic across the globe.

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Mali Radisson Blu attack: Two Islamists sentenced to death

Two Islamists are convicted of carrying out two attacks targeting foreigners, in which 25 people died.

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Facebook, Twitter and Google face questions from US senators

Heads of Facebook, Google and Twitter defend a key piece of internet law, in front of senators.

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US Election 2020: Will America's race issue decide the next president?

The BBC's Clive Myrie goes to the crucial state of Arizona, where black votes could decide who wins.

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Animal Crossing: 'My sister lives on in a video game'

Tending to her sister's virtual town in Animal Crossing helps Meredith Myers keep her memory alive and cope with her grief.

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

Ephraim, a British-Nigerian activist at the heart of the End Sars protests in Lagos, talks about what he saw.

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

A guest at a dinner the president attended later tested positive for coronavirus.

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Poland abortion ruling sparks 'women's strike'

Anger over a court's near-total ban continues as the ruling party says there is no turning back.

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John Bolton clashes with Emily Maitlis on Newsnight

Emily Maitlis clashes with John Bolton over his failure to testify at President Trump's impeachment trial.

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Melbourne cheers end of Australia's strictest lockdown

After months of restrictions, Melbourne's bars, restaurants and shops are finally open again.

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

Standing 500m (1,640ft) tall, the "blade-like" reef was found off Australia's far north.

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

Ankhi Das was at the centre of allegations that Facebook allowed anti-Muslim posts by BJP supporters.

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A gobsmacked outback worker has captured photos of a cow apparently trying to swallow a snake in a bizarre roadside scene in the remote north. Cow caught chewing on large python in bizarre outback scene

A gobsmacked outback worker has captured photos of a cow apparently trying to swallow a snake in a bizarre roadside scene in the remote north.

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World Series: LA Dodgers beat Tampa Bay Rays to triumph for first time since 1988

The Los Angeles Dodgers win their first World Series in 32 years, beating the Tampa Bay Rays 3-1 to secure a 4-2 win in the best-of-seven championship.

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A gobsmacked outback worker has captured photos of a cow apparently trying to swallow a snake in a bizarre roadside scene in the remote north. Cow caught chewing on large python in bizarre outback scene

A gobsmacked outback worker has captured photos of a cow apparently trying to swallow a snake in a bizarre roadside scene in the remote north.

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Kim Kardashian 'humbly' has 40th birthday party on private island

The reality star says she held the trip "after two weeks of multiple health screens and asking everyone to quarantine".

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Polls open in Tanzania's general election

Voting begins amid nationwide reports of social media restrictions, plus violence in Zanzibar.

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Police officer raiding illegal cockfight gets killed by rooster

Lt Christine Bolok was struck by a gaffed rooster on his left thigh, slicing his femoral artery.

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Traditional local shows may have been cancelled but that hasn't stopped a family-owned show bag business from hitting the road. Local agricultural shows may be off, but the show bags must go on

Traditional local shows may have been cancelled but that hasn't stopped a family-owned show bag business from hitting the road.

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Orange County wildfires 'may have been started by electrical equipment'

Local utility company Southern California Edison its equipment might have sparked the blaze.

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Surviving a week in Afghanistan

One violent week in a long war. Here are some of those who died and those who survived.

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

China's ambition to retake Taiwan - possibly by force - could become a major flashpoint with the US.

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Seychelles elections: How a priest rose to become president

Wavel Ramkalawan brings his party in from 43 years in opposition to lead the island nation.

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US election: The sinking island voting for Trump

Tangier Island is on the frontline of climate change but residents say saving jobs now is the priority.

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US election 2020: The five Senate races to watch

The battle for control of the Senate is as consequential as the race for the White House.

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US election: A generational divide over Trump among Vietnamese-Americans

Young Vietnamese-Americans see things differently to elders who settled in US after the Vietnam War.

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A highly prized calf will soon be born in New Zealand from an embryo collected in Western Australia and sired in Canada. Cash cow: Cattle embryo-collection facility receives export accreditation

A highly prized calf will soon be born in New Zealand from an embryo collected in Western Australia and sired in Canada.

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US election: Biden hits new battleground, Trump blitzes Midwest

Joe Biden blasts Donald Trump as a conman, while the president promises "economic survival".

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'Invasive' exams affected women from 10 flights says Australia

The female passengers were searched without consent in Qatar after an abandoned baby was found

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US-India 2+2: Crucial defence deal signed

Stronger India-US ties are aimed at countering China's influence in the region, experts say.

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Syria: Inside a refugee camp where Covid is spreading

Doctors say Covid-19 is now rampant in the refugee camps of Idlib, north-west Syria.

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Kazakhstan adopts Borat phrase for tourism campaign

The film initially caused outrage - but now the tourism board sees it as the perfect marketing tool.

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Fresh apples from the United States are one step closer to being imported to Australia following the release of a draft report by the Federal Department of Agriculture. Fears foreign apples could spoil Australian barrel as US imports get biosecurity tick

Fresh apples from the United States are one step closer to being imported to Australia following the release of a draft report by the Federal Department of Agriculture.

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

Her birth has also led to a debate about the ethics of using technology to create a child.

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Labor has joined the LNP and Katter's Australian Party in offering cheaper water prices for Queensland farmers ahead of the state election. 'It will create jobs': Major parties promise cheaper water for Queensland farmers ahead of election

Labor has joined the LNP and Katter's Australian Party in offering cheaper water prices for Queensland farmers ahead of the state election.

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

The viral image has raised questions about the conservational impact on the animal native to Indonesia.

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The live export industry says it's won a six-month "audition period" days before the implementation of new laws that would significantly reduce stocking densities. Old live export rules stay afloat for now as 'enormous change' to industry delayed

The live export industry says it's won a six-month "audition period" days before the implementation of new laws that would significantly reduce stocking densities.

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Pakistan blast: At least four dead in Peshawar school attack

Dozens of others were injured in the attack during a class in the city of Peshawar, police said.

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HSBC to accelerate restructure plan to slash costs

The bank is yet to say if it will shed more jobs beyond the 35,000 it flagged earlier this year.

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Covid: Protests erupt across Italy over anti-virus measures

Police clashed with demonstrators in Milan, Turin and Naples shortly after new rules came into force.

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The gift of a fasciated pineapple at a Sunshine Coast barbecue has QUT biology students Ynna Hernandez-Europa and Sandie McEwan turning to the internet for answers. We helped by interviewing the experts. Fabulous or freaky? So what's the story with this fasciated — fan-top — pineapple?

The gift of a fasciated pineapple at a Sunshine Coast barbecue has QUT biology students Ynna Hernandez-Europa and Sandie McEwan turning to the internet for answers. We helped by interviewing the experts.

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

Aboriginal Australians condemn the destruction of the tree, which holds particular importance to women.

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France targets radical Islam amid row with Turkey

President Macron's crackdown on Islamists causes political waves at home and abroad.

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Social media: Is it really biased against US Republicans?

Many conservative Americans believe Facebook and Twitter are biased against them, despite denials.

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

A Chinese rocket scientist helped two superpowers reach the moon, but his story is remembered in only one of them.

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The inventor inspired by wanting to keep his daughter safe

Kim Kyeong Yeon developed his virus-destroying machine after his child injured herself.

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

The US president has sided with Egypt in the escalating dispute over a mega dam, analysts say.

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Beached: Can rescuers save this dolphin in time?

Hundreds of dolphins beach each year, but this US team has dramatically improved survival rates

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Amy Coney Barrett confirmed to US Supreme Court

Donald Trump scores pre-election win as US Senate confirms Amy Coney Barrett as Supreme Court judge.

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US Election 2020: Trump's border wall and the battle over immigration

Will Trump’s promise to build a wall along the Mexico border help or hinder his attempt to win four more years?

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US election 2020: What does it cost and who pays for it?

With presidential candidates spending billions of dollars to win, the world's most powerful job doesn't come cheap.

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US election 2020: Could postal voting upend the US election?

The huge number voting this way injects massive uncertainty into the White House race.

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Therapy patients blackmailed for cash after clinic data breach

Stolen data appears to have included personal identification records and notes about therapy sessions.

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

Praised for its initial response to the pandemic, the Czech Republic is now preparing for the worst.

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Turkey's Erdogan urges boycott of French goods

Ties between Turkey and France worsen in a row over secular values and radical Islam.

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

More than 50 people reportedly die in the attack, which puts at risk a ceasefire in the area.

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Chileans on referendum: 'Chance to make things right'

Chileans speak about how they voted in the constitutional referendum and their hopes for the future.

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Covid: Italy brings in sweeping new coronavirus measures

Gyms, pools, cinemas and theatres are closed, while restaurants and bars cut short their table service.

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Pakistan's PM asks Facebook to ban Islamophobic content

It comes a day after Imran Khan accused French President Emmanuel Macron of "attacking Islam".

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Developers of an island resort, off the coast of central Queensland, say the dilapidated facility is being targeted by vandals. 'Rite of passage' to vandalise Great Keppel Island, resort developers say

Developers of an island resort, off the coast of central Queensland, say the dilapidated facility is being targeted by vandals.

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Farmers have described the damage caused by a monumental hail storm as 'heartbreaking' as it has flattened crops near Coonamble, New South Wales. 'A kick in the guts': Hail destroys farmers' first crops after three years of drought

Farmers have described the damage caused by a monumental hail storm as 'heartbreaking' as it has flattened crops near Coonamble, New South Wales.

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China Communist Party plenum kicks off in Beijing

The three-day meeting comes amid speculation that President Xi intends to be 'President-for-life'.

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'We're not going to control pandemic' admits Trump's chief of staff

Chief of Staff Mark Meadows says Covid can only be defeated through vaccines and other "mitigation areas".

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

Kashgar city officials say around 4.7m people will be tested over a few days.

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Nine bilbies are moved from Thistle Island in the Spencer Gulf to an arid nature reserve near Roxby Downs to repopulate the area. Bilby experts hope boost in the SA gene pool will help speedy marsupials breed faster

Nine bilbies are moved from Thistle Island in the Spencer Gulf to an arid nature reserve near Roxby Downs to repopulate the area.

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Jubilation as Chile votes to rewrite constitution

An overwhelming majority vote to tear up the dictatorship-era constitution and create a new one.

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Covid-19: US pulls plan to give early vaccine to Santa Claus

Santa, Mrs Claus and elves all would have received early access in exchange for promoting vaccinations.

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

Some children who fell seriously ill in Malaysia when they inhaled toxic gases in 2019 say they are still suffering.

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US election: 'Help! Everyone around me disagrees with my politics'

Paul and Kayleah live in two different political bubbles, but they've found a place to vent online.

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The LNP commits $45 million to build 2 weirs in the Burnett, but farmers are pushing for all parties to commit to building water infrastructure in the Burnett. Farmers call for bipartisan support to get weirs built in the Burnett

The LNP commits $45 million to build 2 weirs in the Burnett, but farmers are pushing for all parties to commit to building water infrastructure in the Burnett.

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Vegetable harvesters in the Lindenow Valley say a proposed mine could ruin the "clean and green" reputation of their farmland. Dust-up over proposed mine's impact on one of Victoria's greenest food bowls

Vegetable harvesters in the Lindenow Valley say a proposed mine could ruin the "clean and green" reputation of their farmland.

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Egypt sex attacks fuel 'feminist revolution'

Women and girls are fighting back against sexual harassment like never before.

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US election 2020: Indian and Pakistani diaspora rally together

The countries share a hostile history but in the US the election campaign has brought them together.

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Tanzania elections: Why pop stars are hailing President Magufuli

Hugely popular "bongo flava" musicians are kept on a tight leash when it comes to politics.

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

President Macron's comments about "Islamist separatism" have angered some in the Muslim world.

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There's no escaping heavy industry in Mount Isa — the stacks from the mining town's lead smelter dominate the skyline and so do their contents. So how is the air quality monitored? What's in Mount Isa's plume and what should you do if it exceeds safe levels?

There's no escaping heavy industry in Mount Isa — the stacks from the mining town's lead smelter dominate the skyline and so do their contents. So how is the air quality monitored?

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Belarus protest: Police 'fire stun grenades' at demonstrators in Minsk

Police fire stun grenades at protesters in Minsk hours ahead of a deadline for the president to resign.

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Poland abortion ruling: Protesters disrupt church services

Women chant "we are sick of this" as they stage unusual protests inside churches across Poland.

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Coronavirus: Berlin breaks up 600-strong party over Covid

Police said the venue was too small for distancing, as the virus takes a toll on German festivities.

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Mass protests against Lukashenko as Belarus opposition threatens strikes

The opposition has threatened a mass walkout by workers if President Alexander Lukashenko does not resign.

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Wilton Gregory: Pope Francis names first African-American cardinal

Wilton Gregory, Washington DC's archbishop, is among 13 new cardinals to be nominated.

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US election 2020: Pence stays campaigning despite aide's Covid diagnosis

The US vice-president has tested negative himself and says he will not self-isolate.

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

Bars and restaurants will also have to close early as the number of infections continues to rise.

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

Thirteen Australians were reportedly among those inspected after a newborn was found in Doha, Qatar.

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From civil rights to Smethwick: Why was Malcolm X in the West Midlands?

Why was the civil rights activist in a small industrial town in the Midlands?

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Swimming with sharks at Bondi Beach

Two Grey Nurse sharks were feeding on a large school of salmon while swimmers had a morning dip.

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Dr Fauci: Covid vaccine could come by end of 2020

The US government scientist says we should know if a vaccine is "safe and effective" by December.

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Seychelles election: Wavel Ramkalawan in landmark win

The opposition wins the presidency for the first time since independence from the UK.

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'Murder hornet': First nest found in US eradicated with vacuum hose

The Asian giant hornets can wipe out a colony of honeybees in hours.

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Europe's streets empty again

With infections rising across Europe, tighter Covid restrictions are being enforced.

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Misty Copeland: Ballet’s listening after George Floyd

Radio 1 Newsbeat hears from dancers about how the Black Lives Matter movement has changed ballet.

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Nuclear weapons treaty: Campaigners hail new era for nuclear disarmament

A 50th nation ratifies a key UN treaty and it will come into force - but five major powers are missing.

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UFC champion Nurmagomedov retires after victory

Lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov retires from the UFC after beating Justin Gaethje in the second round in Abu Dhabi.

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Samsung Group titan Lee Kun-hee dies aged 78

Mr Lee helped to grow his father's small trading business into a global industrial powerhouse.

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Asian giant hornets are a major concern for farmers in North America, who fear important local bee populations will be devastated. Workers vacuum murder hornets from first nest found in the US

Asian giant hornets are a major concern for farmers in North America, who fear important local bee populations will be devastated.

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

France recalls its ambassador after President Erdogan suggests French leader needs "mental check".

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'Not just numbers': The women disappearing in Peru

Thousands of women go missing in Peru every year and many are never found.

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

The pandemic has interrupted a centuries-old Indian tradition, the yearly performance of an ancient Hindu epic.

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US election 2020: President Trump casts his vote

President Donald Trump votes early in the US election, while on a campaign visit in Florida.

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Afghan bombing: Kabul education centre attack kills at least 13

A suicide bomber detonated his explosives outside the centre in the Afghan capital, officials say.

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Paraguay finds seven bodies in container shipment from Serbia

Paraguay believes the seven "migrants" may have wanted to travel only from Serbia to Croatia.

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ICYMI: The puppy born green and other curiosities

Our weekly video round-up, In Case You Missed It, brings you some of the stories that might have passed you by.

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

Its PM condemns "aggressions" after Donald Trump says Egypt might destroy a controversial Nile dam.

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Osiris-Rex: Nasa probe risks losing asteroid sample after door jams

The Osiris-Rex spacecraft collected so much rock from asteroid Bennu that bits are leaking out.

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Clashes in Naples over possible Covid-19 lockdown

Protests broke out after the region's leader suggested that Campania should go into full lockdown.

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The man who taught Uber how to say sorry

Economist John List had a bad ride with Uber and never got an apology, so he showed them the best way to do it.

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Covid-19: Poland President Duda tests positive for virus

Andrzej Duda, 48, contracts coronavirus as his country hits a daily record of new cases.

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Coronavirus: Clashes in Naples over tightening restrictions

Hundreds protested in the southern Italian city, some throwing firecrackers and smoke bombs.

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The WA Government orders a review into Blackwood Security Inc's employment of two men who let their dogs attack and kill a pig and a fox. 'Truly shocking': Government-funded feral pest controllers charged with animal cruelty

The WA Government orders a review into Blackwood Security Inc's employment of two men who let their dogs attack and kill a pig and a fox.

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George Floyd protests: 'Boogaloo' member held in precinct attack

A member of an extremist group has been charged with rioting during the May George Floyd protests.

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Coronavirus: US cases reach record high amid new wave of infections

Over 83,000 infections were reported on Friday, with death and hospitalisation numbers also rising.

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US Election 2020: Biden seeks to clarify remark on ending oil

The Democrat says he meant fossil fuel subsidies, as Mr Trump claims it was a serious gaffe.

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

A video posted on social media appears to show the execution of two Armenian prisoners by troops from Azerbaijan.

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US election 2020: How Trump has changed the world

From fake news to how other countries see the US - here's a look at the president's global impact.

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US man jailed for supplying guns used in San Bernardino shootings

Enrique Marquez was found guilty of buying guns for a couple who carried out the 2015 San Bernardino attack.

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How the End Sars protests have changed Nigeria forever

The campaign against police brutality has encouraged young Nigerians to take on the older generation.

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United Nations at 75 plagued by new crises and cash crunch

Faced with wars, climate change and a pandemic, the United Nations is struggling to make an impact.

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Chile's choice: Out with the old, in with the new?

After a year of often violent protests, Chileans get to decide whether they want a new constitution.

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The Indian doctor taking care of thousands of elephants

Kushal Kunwar Sharma is affectionately known as the "elephant doctor" in India's wildlife community.

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Week in pictures: 17-23 October 2020

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

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Covid blood plasma donation: What is blood plasma?

The NHS wants us to donate blood plasma to help fight Covid-19. But why?

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Australia's biggest barramundi farm secures a NAIF loan worth $24 million to increase production and fund a new breeding program. Australia's biggest barramundi farm set to get even bigger

Australia's biggest barramundi farm secures a NAIF loan worth $24 million to increase production and fund a new breeding program.

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

The Feminist Coalition also advises people to follow any curfews in place in their states.

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The Bingera sugar mill near Bundaberg will not crush again as the mill operator Bundaberg Sugar Limited says it will close the site this year after 135 years in operation. End of an era as Bundaberg Sugar announces closure of historic mill

The Bingera sugar mill near Bundaberg will not crush again as the mill operator Bundaberg Sugar Limited says it will close the site this year after 135 years in operation.

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Bihar elections: Crowds throng rallies amid coronavirus fear

Experts say that flouting coronavirus safety rules at rallies can have devastating consequences.

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Presidential debate 2020: Voters react to final Trump-Biden clash

Two Biden voters. Two Trump voters. Two undecided voters. Did the final debate change anyone's mind?

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US election 2020: Kristen Welker was 'clear winner' on social media

The NBC correspondent is labelled "clear winner" for the way she led the final presidential debate.

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Poland abortion ruling: Police use pepper spray against protesters

Pepper spray is used against crowds in Warsaw after Thursday's controversial court ruling.

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Presidential debate: Second Trump v Biden debate in pictures

Donald Trump and Joe Biden went head-to-head in the second and final US presidential debate.

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

There is no known link between the seasonal dust clouds and Covid-19 but Pyongyang is on high alert.

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US election 2020: Trump and Biden final debate fact-checked

The final face off between Donald Trump and Joe Biden covered a wide range of issues

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South Korea deaths 'not linked' to flu vaccination drive

Officials say the country's vaccination drive continues and that several recent deaths are unrelated.

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US Election 2020: Trump and Biden row over Covid, climate and racism

The bitter rivals' final TV debate was more restrained this time but there were plenty of personal jabs.

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Trump and Biden spar in final presidential debate

Their last time together on stage featured a much more subdued debate with real policy discussions.

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

Biden accuses Trump of "legitimising" North Korea as Trump describes his relationship with Kim Jong-un.

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Hunter Biden: What was he doing in Ukraine and China?

What is the background to the claims made by President Trump about Ukraine and the Bidens?

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The former federal police commissioner did not seek to extend his tenure as the Interim Inspector-General (IIG) for the Basin when his term ended last month. Murray-Darling Basin left without top cop as Keelty steps down

The former federal police commissioner did not seek to extend his tenure as the Interim Inspector-General (IIG) for the Basin when his term ended last month.

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Presidential debate: Trump and Biden row about Russia and China money

In the final debate, the candidates accuse each other of being involved with China and Russia deals.

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Memories of Queensland Arts Councils productions are firmly lodged in the minds of many from their school years but the old funding model has been quietly axed. Parents fight to bring touring performance groups back to bush schools

Memories of Queensland Arts Councils productions are firmly lodged in the minds of many from their school years but the old funding model has been quietly axed.

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

The arrests took place across the country and 16 children were "removed from harm", police say.

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Weather insurers have seen a spike in interest since La Niña was declared active by BOM, with grain growers looking to protect their best winter harvest in years. Weather insurance spikes with La Niña and long-awaited winter harvest

Weather insurers have seen a spike in interest since La Niña was declared active by BOM, with grain growers looking to protect their best winter harvest in years.

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Rangers begin doorknocking properties near where a wombat was rescued, believed to have been shot some days before he was taken to Adelaide for emergency surgery. Hunt for Harold the wombat's killer underway after young animal peppered with pellets

Rangers begin doorknocking properties near where a wombat was rescued, believed to have been shot some days before he was taken to Adelaide for emergency surgery.

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Covid: US gives full approval for antiviral remdesivir drug

The drug will be given to patients in hospitals, but the UN health agency says it has little effect.

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

Fishing is one of the key stumbling blocks preventing a trade deal between the UK and EU.

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Coronavirus: Sweden advises elderly to avoid self-isolation

Sweden now says the over-70s and others at risk should follow the same advice as the general population.

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James Randi: Magician and sceptic dies aged 92

Randi, who once toured with rock star Alice Cooper, became famous for debunking paranormal claims.

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South Korea flu jab: Investigation into 13 deaths after vaccine

Health officials stress there is no proven link between the flu vaccine and the fatalities.

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Thailand protests: Public gathering ban lifted after days of rallies

Authorities have revoked an emergency decree which banned gatherings, following days of mass rallies.

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

A man in India who spread coronavirus after catching it at a funeral reflects on his decision to attend.

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US approves massive $1.8bn arms deal for Taiwan

The $1.8bn weapons sale is likely to further strain tensions with China, which claims Taiwan.

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A fisherman is under investigation after he caught more than he bargained for, taking a 1.7-metre croc home from a north Queensland dam. 'Buy him a round of beer': Fisherman illegally takes home 1.7m croc that was menacing local dam

A fisherman is under investigation after he caught more than he bargained for, taking a 1.7-metre croc home from a north Queensland dam.

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US Election 2020: Trump and Obama lock horns in rival rallies

Mr Obama liken his successor to a "crazy uncle", while Mr Trump mocks his old adversary.

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

The widespread sexual abuse of elderly residents is a "national shame", a top inquiry hears.

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Osiris-Rex: Nasa asteroid mission confident of success

The first images are released of the Osiris-Rex spacecraft trying to grab rock from asteroid Bennu.

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

Thailand’s activists are increasingly adopting methods used last year by demonstrators in Hong Kong.

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Fred Koch moved to Australia in 1974, fleeing increasing crime, pollution and political turmoil in the United States to pursue a life of "community and natural agriculture" in rural Victoria. 'I was known as the eccentric American': Fred Koch on founding a 'hippie community' in Australia

Fred Koch moved to Australia in 1974, fleeing increasing crime, pollution and political turmoil in the United States to pursue a life of "community and natural agriculture" in rural Victoria.

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After years of drought, farmers are now working around the clock to get their first crop since 2016 off before it rains. 'Scary' forecast: Farmers race against rain to harvest grain crop

After years of drought, farmers are now working around the clock to get their first crop since 2016 off before it rains.

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Arthur Olsson hasn't turned 3 yet, but he's already inspired a tiny central Queensland town to get behind an important cause. Wowan, population 216, raises $10k to help its rural kids hear and speak

Arthur Olsson hasn't turned 3 yet, but he's already inspired a tiny central Queensland town to get behind an important cause.

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FBI says Iran and Russia have US voter information

Intelligence officials say Iran was behind threatening emails sent to Democrats earlier this week.

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Trump's lawyer Giuliani dismisses 'compromising' clip from new Borat film

Rudy Giuliani describes as a "fabrication" a scene appearing to show him with hands down his trousers.

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Coronavirus: Italians find new ways to eat out

Traditional restaurants are trying to find ways of staying in business in a second wave of Covid-19.

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Will cruise ships return to Venice?

Pressure is mounting on the Italian authorities to decide on the future of cruise ships in Venice.

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Tanzania President John Magufuli: The man who 'banned' coronavirus

President John Magufuli’s idiosyncratic handling of Covid-19 has put Tanzania in the global spotlight.

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

There are false videos that have gone viral. Some are doctored or old footage that has thousands of views.

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Asafoetida: The smelly spice India loves but never grew

Asafoetida occupies a treasured spot in the Indian pantry, but has never been farmed there until now.

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US election 2020: A guide to the final presidential debate

On Thursday, candidates will share a stage one last time. Here's what you need to know.

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US election 2020: Has Trump delivered on his promises?

Donald Trump made voters a number of promises before they elected him. But has he kept his word?

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Nigeria Sars protests: Nigerian horror over shootings in Lagos

Anger and shock after men in camouflage open fire on those protesting at Lagos' Lekki toll gate.

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The Countdown: AOC on Twitch, Lesley Stahl and Obama's inspiration

AOC slays imposters on Twitch to get out the vote and the scene in the most segregated US city.

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Cocaine worth $500m found hidden in charcoal shipment

Police in Paraguay discovered the record haul of the drug in a container destined for Israel.

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

It comes amid reports that several people have been shot dead or wounded at a protest in Lagos.

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Mysterious Berlin attack targets 70 museum artefacts

The attack took place on the German capital's Museum Island and took over two weeks to come to light.

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Iceland PM keeps her cool as earthquake disrupts interview

Katrín Jakobsdóttir kept calm as a 5.5 magnitude earthquake interrupted a live TV interview.

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Breonna Taylor: Grand jury 'not given chance to bring homicide charges'

A grand juror says the panel was not given the opportunity to bring homicide charges against police.

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Afghanistan: Many killed and wounded in visa stampede

The stampede broke out after thousands gather in a stadium to apply for visas to Pakistan.

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Machines to 'do half of all work tasks by 2025'

Millions more jobs will be lost to robots with Covid accelerating the trend, says the World Economic Forum.

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Long Covid: Who is more likely to get it?

A study suggests old age increases the risk, as does asthma, excess weight, and being female.

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NSW farmers are busier than they've been in years, but they're being urged to slow down amid a string of accidents, including two deaths and a gruesome incident that saw a man's arm taken "completely off his boy". Farmer drives tractor half a kilometre after arm ripped off in hay baler

NSW farmers are busier than they've been in years, but they're being urged to slow down amid a string of accidents, including two deaths and a gruesome incident that saw a man's arm taken "completely off his boy".

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LNP leader Deb Frecklington promises to "fix the juvenile crime problem" in north Queensland by setting a youth curfew and fining the parents of offending kids, a plan branded "a little bit ludicrous" by Katter's Australian Party. LNP plan to enforce Townsville youth curfew branded 'a dog pound for kids'

LNP leader Deb Frecklington promises to "fix the juvenile crime problem" in north Queensland by setting a youth curfew and fining the parents of offending kids, a plan branded "a little bit ludicrous" by Katter's Australian Party.

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

France's leader calls his Russian counterpart after the beheading of a teacher by a Russian-born man.

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EU asks: Is a vegetarian sausage really a sausage?

A bill that would ban vegetarian items from being called sausages or burgers is set to be voted on.

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New sections of native forest in the Shoalhaven are earmarked for logging less than a year after fires destroyed more than 80 per cent of the region's bush. NSW Forestry to push ahead with post-bushfire logging despite EPA warning

New sections of native forest in the Shoalhaven are earmarked for logging less than a year after fires destroyed more than 80 per cent of the region's bush.

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A Sunshine Coast couple is bringing back memories and introducing new generations to mulberry fruit, as one of the few commercial growers in the country. 'You can see them going back to childhood': Nostalgia a boon for mulberry farmers

A Sunshine Coast couple is bringing back memories and introducing new generations to mulberry fruit, as one of the few commercial growers in the country.

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India hands over Chinese soldier who crossed border

The PLA soldier was apprehended by India after he strayed across their contested border on Monday.

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Trump maintains a Chinese bank account, says NYT

Mr Trump, who sparked a trade war with Beijing, is critical of US firms doing business in China.

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Farmers in south eastern NSW battle an aphid infestation on a scale never seen before, prompting animal welfare concerns. Aphid outbreak prompts animal welfare concerns from authorities

Farmers in south eastern NSW battle an aphid infestation on a scale never seen before, prompting animal welfare concerns.

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Tarpeena is hoping to beat Melbourne and become the home of a $60m timber processing facility that will secure dozens of new jobs. Tiny SA timber town hopes to snare 'new age' production facility from Melbourne

Tarpeena is hoping to beat Melbourne and become the home of a $60m timber processing facility that will secure dozens of new jobs.

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Elderly couple, married for 60 years, reunited after 215 days apart

Joseph and Eve, who have been married for 60 years, were separated due to Covid restrictions.

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

Officials say an immunisation programme using CoronaVac could begin as soon as January 2021.

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Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao swaps punching for payments

The legendary fighter is launching PacPay to help streamline online payments for social media influencers.

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Danish submarine killer Madsen caught in prison escape

Peter Madsen was jailed for life in 2018 for murdering Swedish journalist Kim Wall.

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France teacher attack: Mosque ordered to close over Facebook videos

The mosque, which shared videos condemning Samuel Paty before his killing, must shut for six months.

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Exxon clarifies Trump phone call: 'It never happened'

The oil giant distances itself from the President's "hypothetical" funds-for-contracts phone call.

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Why the US vote matters so much to Germans

Trump has singled out Berlin for repeated criticism, but some say it was a much needed wake-up call.

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US election 2020: How would Biden change foreign policy?

The two candidates offer very different visions of the world so allies - and adversaries - are watching closely.

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New Yorker's Jeffrey Toobin exposes himself in Zoom call

The New Yorker magazine suspends Jeffrey Toobin who apologises for "an embarrassingly stupid mistake".

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Japan gets deer-friendly bags to stop animals eating plastic

The bags are an answer to the trail of potentially deadly plastic left by tourists each year.

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Robert Redford: Retired actor mourns the death of his son James aged 58

The film star's son James dies aged 58, after being diagnosed with liver cancer.

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An iconic cattle station in the Northern Territory, once owned by Kerry Packer, is revealed as the proposed location for the world's biggest solar farm. Famous cattle station once owned by Kerry Packer earmarked for massive solar farm

An iconic cattle station in the Northern Territory, once owned by Kerry Packer, is revealed as the proposed location for the world's biggest solar farm.

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A $440 million rail project was meant to improve western Victoria's century-old network, but the revised business plan suggests some key components be scrapped after a cost blowout. Derailed Murray Basin freight project needs $244m to get back on track, but drops crucial work

A $440 million rail project was meant to improve western Victoria's century-old network, but the revised business plan suggests some key components be scrapped after a cost blowout.

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Jeff Bridges: Oscar-winning US actor reveals he has lymphoma

The Big Lebowski actor acknowledges it "is a serious disease" but says his prognosis is good.

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COVID-19 restrictions may have broken up the Riverland Wine and Food Festival riverfront party, but its impromptu multi-venue format could be the way forward. Riverland Wine and Food Festival evolves from party to weekend tastings

COVID-19 restrictions may have broken up the Riverland Wine and Food Festival riverfront party, but its impromptu multi-venue format could be the way forward.

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Coronavirus: Argentina's confirmed cases surpass one million

The South American nation becomes the fifth country in the world to reach the grim milestone.

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US election 2020: Trump and Biden feud over debate topics

The Republican and the Democratic campaigns accuse each other of trying to dodge tough questions.

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

With the US battered by the coronavirus and political polarisation, China thinks its time has come.

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How clothes reflect growing Oromo ethnic pride in Ethiopia

Oromos have complained of marginalisation but they are now increasingly assertive in their identity.

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

New studies show an association between severe pollution and a spike in Covid-19 cases and deaths.

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Colorado battles a record-breaking wildfire

The Cameron Peak wildfire has become the largest fire in state history, burning over 200,000 acres.

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US election: What can the US learn from other pandemic elections?

Early voting is already under way in the US but what can the country learn from other nations that have held elections during the coronavirus pandemic?

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

Amid fresh concern about overfishing, scientists say eating more jellyfish may give us benefits.

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In the early 1990s, Mick Burgess was gifted a single ceramic pig, and now his shed is full of thousands of them. Strangely, he's not the only one in his small country town with a love of collecting. How one man's pig obsession is helping to draw tourists from far and wide

In the early 1990s, Mick Burgess was gifted a single ceramic pig, and now his shed is full of thousands of them. Strangely, he's not the only one in his small country town with a love of collecting.

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"Farmers are p***ed off" as the Government rules out an illegal worker amnesty that would allow undocumented workers to come forward without fear of being deported. Farmers accuse Government of driving dodgy labour by not supporting illegal worker amnesty

"Farmers are p***ed off" as the Government rules out an illegal worker amnesty that would allow undocumented workers to come forward without fear of being deported.

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

Amid fresh concern about overfishing, scientists say eating more jellyfish may give us benefits.

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Tokyo Olympics: Russian hackers targeted Games, UK says

British officials say Russian intelligence took aim at the 2020 Olympics before their postponement.

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End Sars protests: Amnesty warns of 'escalating attacks'

Protesters at the offices of the central bank are wounded after being attacked, rights group says.

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The Countdown: Early voting, Biden's ads and the Beastie Boys

Why is it such a quiet week for Joe Biden and what can the Beastie Boys tell us about this election?

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Coronavirus: New Covid-19 cases rising rapidly across US

Cases are rising in 48 states, and infections hit about 70,000 for the first time since July.

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Coronavirus: Belgium facing 'tsunami' of new infections

The country is close to being overwhelmed as the number of cases soars, the health minister warns.

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Indigenous Colombians march on Bogotá over killings

Thousands of indigenous people demand Colombia's president hear their concerns about rising violence.

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Coronavirus: Germany improves ventilation to chase away Covid

Public buildings receive €500m of German state cash to improve ventilation systems.

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Thailand protests: Authorities move to ban Telegram messaging app

Internet providers have been ordered to block the secure messaging app used by activists.

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Wild boar family killed by police in Rome children's playground

The city's mayor orders an investigation amid outrage from residents and animal rights groups.

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US election countdown and a TikTok takedown

With 15 days to go, Donald Trump is dashing across America and Republican celebs come out fighting.

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

The country’s biggest female pop star Aryana Sayeed is fighting taboos against women who want to sing.

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France teacher attack: Police raid homes of suspected Islamic radicals

Muslim organisations are being investigated too after the beheading of French teacher Samuel Paty.

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

Prime Minister Jugnauth says the UK cannot talk about human rights and remain in the Chagos Islands.

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Shanghai zoo fatal bear attack: Visitors see worker being killed

The fatal attack in Shanghai Wild Animal Park's "wild beast area" is under investigation.

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Two protesters plead not guilty to criminal charges after using a bobcat to dig holes in the grass outside of Northern Territory Parliament House last year. Anti-fracking protesters who drilled into lawn of NT Parliament House face court

Two protesters plead not guilty to criminal charges after using a bobcat to dig holes in the grass outside of Northern Territory Parliament House last year.

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Sir James Dyson to sell Singapore penthouse at a loss

The British tycoon has reportedly accepted a $62m offer for the massive penthouse one year after buying it.

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Shearers from New Zealand who boarded the first flights to Melbourne should have been praised for their work ethic not "poo-pooed by the Premier", an industry representative says. NZ shearers on flights into Melbourne 'should have been applauded by Premier Andrews'

Shearers from New Zealand who boarded the first flights to Melbourne should have been praised for their work ethic not "poo-pooed by the Premier", an industry representative says.

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Crown Resorts: Australian casino operator faces laundering probe

Crown Resorts may have breached laws against money laundering and financing terrorism, authorities say.

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Dozens of north Queensland boaties attended a weekend rally in Cardwell to call on state election candidates to dredge One Mile Creek. Dozens of boaties take to the streets demanding election candidates 'pledge to dredge'

Dozens of north Queensland boaties attended a weekend rally in Cardwell to call on state election candidates to dredge One Mile Creek.

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China's economy continues to bounce back from virus slump

The world's second biggest economy saw growth of almost 5% in the third quarter of the year.

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Chile protests turn violent on anniversary

The protests were marking a year since the start of a protest movement that rocked Chile for months.

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EU investigates Instagram over handling of children's data

Facebook could face a large fine if Instagram is found to have broken European Union privacy laws.

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The Show Society and Toowoomba Council are in talks to save the major equestrian event. Washouts and COVID-19 puts 'biggest horse show in the country' under threat

The Show Society and Toowoomba Council are in talks to save the major equestrian event.

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Demand for Australian thermal coal has peaked, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), and renewables will deliver 80 per cent of the world's energy needs in the next few years. Solar and wind tipped to overtake coal within five years, report author says

Demand for Australian thermal coal has peaked, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA), and renewables will deliver 80 per cent of the world's energy needs in the next few years.

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Coronavirus in Australia: Victoria to ease lockdown as cases fall

The southern state - home to a quarter of Australia's population - will loosen measures from Monday.

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Graziers Sue and Simon Gedda feel conflicted about the environmental impact of their beef enterprise, but rather than abandon the industry, they are becoming more sustainable. Farming at the frontline of climate change following record-breaking flood

Graziers Sue and Simon Gedda feel conflicted about the environmental impact of their beef enterprise, but rather than abandon the industry, they are becoming more sustainable.

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Covid-19: Italy tightens rules after coronavirus cases surge

PM Giuseppe Conte targets public gatherings, hospitality and recreation "to avoid a new lockdown".

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Bolivia election: Voters head to polls for presidential race

The election comes after last year's fraudulent poll which forced Evo Morales to resign.

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Israel and Bahrain establish formal diplomatic relations

Bahrain becomes only the fourth Arab country in the Middle East to recognise Israel.

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Palestinian official Erekat in Israel hospital

Chief negotiator Saeb Erekat, 65, is transferred from his West Bank home to a hospital in Tel Aviv.

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

Pascal Affi Nguessan has called for a boycott of the 31 October election.

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End Sars protests: Osun governor escapes 'assassination attempt'

The governor had joined the anti-police brutality protesters when a group of people opened fire.

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France teacher attack: 11th arrest in Samuel Paty murder case

The arrest comes ahead of rallies across French cities in support of Samuel Paty.

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

Facing strong criticism, the royals cut short a trip to Greece they began during a partial lockdown.

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Egypt releases satirical blogger Shadi Abu Zeid

The activist is reunited with his family after spending 29 months in jail for spreading "fake news".

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Why the US election could decide battle against climate change

Who next occupies the White House could be decisive in the battle to limit global warming.

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Vietnam landslide: Rescuers search for survivors at barracks

The huge landslide buried 22 soldiers as the country battles its worst floods for years.

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ICYMI: Robot dolphins and a skeleton worth millions

Some of the stories you may have missed this week.

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More than 8,600 patients on the books at Gorge Health in Katherine may be without a doctor after practice owner Peter Spafford set October 28 as its last day of operation as a general practice. Katherine's Gorge Health clinic facing closure as race to find buyer continues

More than 8,600 patients on the books at Gorge Health in Katherine may be without a doctor after practice owner Peter Spafford set October 28 as its last day of operation as a general practice.

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Mullets make a comeback in the Shire of Manjimup, with an estimated one in four youths there rocking this iconic Aussie hairdo and about 6,000 punters entering an online competition. It's business up front, party in the back for Manjimup's youths

Mullets make a comeback in the Shire of Manjimup, with an estimated one in four youths there rocking this iconic Aussie hairdo and about 6,000 punters entering an online competition.

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Guinea elections: Alpha Condé takes on Cellou Dalein Diallo again

A divisive new constitution allows Alpha Condé to stand again, amid political and ethnic tensions.

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US woman faces first federal execution since 1953

Lisa Montgomery is due to become the first woman to face federal execution in the US in 67 years.

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‘I hugged the man who murdered my father’

Candice Mama's father was killed by a man nicknamed "Prime Evil", yet the only way she could find peace was to forgive him.

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

Young Thais are falling out with their parents over calls to reform an institution seen as untouchable.

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US election 2020: American lives that could be reshaped in weeks

One law, 10 years on, and 23 million Americans whose healthcare access could change on 10 November.

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How smart devices are exploited for domestic abuse

Two women explain how their partners turned internet-connected gadgets into a means of control.

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Hidden camera's hugging tiger wins wildlife photo award

A camera-trap image of an Amur tiger takes the grand prize at Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2020.

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Coronavirus: Dutch royals return amid anger over Covid holiday

The family flew back from Greece after just a day on holiday there, amid intense criticism.

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

Riot police disperse a crowd reportedly including neo-Nazis outside the government building.

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Nagorno-Karabakh: Armenia and Azerbaijan agree new humanitarian truce

The fresh ceasefire in Nagorno-Karabakh comes after a truce agreed last weekend failed to hold.

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Hong Kong campaigner Alexandra Wong 'won't give up fighting'

Alexandra Wong tells reporters she was detained in mainland China and forced to renounce her activism.

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

The International Criminal Court accuses ousted President Omar al-Bashir of genocide and war crimes.

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

"Grandma Wong" says she was detained by mainland police and forced to renounce her activism.

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Pakistan stops bid to smuggle endangered falcons

The falcons are on the endangered species list and are said to be worth almost £1m.

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Thailand protests: Thousands rally for third straight day despite government ban

Many are angry that the authorities used water cannon to disperse protesters on Friday.

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Kenya's Jepchirchir breaks half-marathon record

Kenya's Peres Jepchirchir breaks her own world record for a women-only half marathon in Gdynia, Poland.

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

Jacinda Ardern may find it hard to reconcile the demands of her disparate voters, says columnist Josh Van Veen.

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Nagorno-Karabakh: Civilians hit amid Armenia Azerbaijan conflict

Each accuses the other of targeting civilians in renewed fighting over the Nagorno-Karabakh region.

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

Parents complained after the teacher at the French school used Prophet Muhammad cartoons in class.

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Hundreds queue in Yiwu, China for experimental Covid-19 vaccine

The vaccine is available to the public in the city of Yiwu but is still in the final trial stages.

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Macron calls Paris beheading 'Islamist terrorist attack'

The teacher killed in a Paris suburb reportedly showed his pupils cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad.

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Lebanon protesters' euphoria gives way to despair

The country's problems have worsened since huge crowds took to the streets a year ago.

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

Why did Nigerian protests against police brutality gain international attention and support?

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

With barely any new film releases and the pandemic still raging, India's cinemas stare at losses.

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US election 2020: 'Rigged' votes, body doubles and other false claims

The contest between Donald Trump and Joe Biden is full of rumours and falsehoods.

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Week in pictures: 10-16 October 2020

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

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How to get promoted when working from home

If you are still not going back to the office, what's the best way to stand out from colleagues?

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Why Africa's animation scene is booming

While the film sector struggles to produce new content, the global demand for animation has soared.

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Mennel: 'I thought about giving up music'

Mennel Ibtissem became an internet sensation following her performance on The Voice France.

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Florida city sells swans after Queen's gift leads to overpopulation

Queen Elizabeth II's donation to Lakeland, Florida in 1957 was a gift that kept on giving too much.

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

Thousands of pro-democracy protesters rally again in Bangkok to demand political reforms.

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French ex-president Sarkozy charged with 'criminal conspiracy'

It is the latest in a string of charges against ex-president Nicolas Sarkozy, which he denies.

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Coronavirus: Israel to ease second lockdown after cases decline

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the month-long lockdown has been a "major success".

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

Passengers from New Zealand will not quarantine in Sydney but must do so if they return.

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Covid: Remdesivir 'has little or no effect' on survival, says WHO

Drug manufacturer Gilead has questioned the findings, from a clinical study by the WHO.

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Indian man rescued from mortuary freezer dies

Mistakenly declared dead, the 74-year-old had been placed in a freezer ahead of his funeral.

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Fukushima: Japan 'to release contaminated water into sea'

The water was used to cool the Fukushima nuclear plant which went into meltdown in 2011.

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Thailand blocks Change.org as petition against king gains traction

The petition had called for the king to be declared persona non grata in Germany.

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Salvador Cienfuegos Zepeda: Mexico's ex-defence minister arrested in the US

Gen Salvador Cienfuegos Zepeda was arrested at LA airport, reportedly on a drugs agency warrant.

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

The Sars police unit is accused of widespread abuses, leading to 10 days of nationwide protests.

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From End Sars to End Swat, Nigeria protests explained

How and why did Nigeria's End Sars protests turn into End Swat protests?

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Disney updates content warning for racism in classic films

Films such as Dumbo and Peter Pan now warn of "negative depictions... of people or cultures".

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US election 2020: Trump and Biden face voters' questions

Instead of debating each other, the rivals in the US presidential race took part in separate events.

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Portugal's radical decision to decriminalise all drugs

How Portugal became the first country to decriminalise all drugs for personal use

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Hospitality and tourism businesses desperate for staff are considering incentives to entice workers, like British backpacker Claudia Page, to the Kimberley region to cope with the influx of tourists. Tourist town begs for backpackers, workers as 'one of the busiest wet seasons ever' looms

Hospitality and tourism businesses desperate for staff are considering incentives to entice workers, like British backpacker Claudia Page, to the Kimberley region to cope with the influx of tourists.

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Hospitality and tourism businesses desperate for staff are considering incentives to entice workers, like British backpacker Claudia Page, to the Kimberley region to cope with the influx of tourists. Tourist town begs for backpackers, workers as 'one of the busiest wet seasons ever' looms

Hospitality and tourism businesses desperate for staff are considering incentives to entice workers, like British backpacker Claudia Page, to the Kimberley region to cope with the influx of tourists.

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Two years on from a freak hail storm, these pineapple farmers are battling pandemic and further storm and bushfire forecasts, but this season's harvest is shaping up as a good one. 'We were very lucky': Pineapple harvest ripens up two years after freak tornado wiped out crops

Two years on from a freak hail storm, these pineapple farmers are battling pandemic and further storm and bushfire forecasts, but this season's harvest is shaping up as a good one.

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Refugees and migrants are being trained in basic agricultural skills as part of a new course aimed at addressing farm labour shortages. This Myanmar refugee is learning to drive tractors to ease the ag worker squeeze

Refugees and migrants are being trained in basic agricultural skills as part of a new course aimed at addressing farm labour shortages.

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Western Australia's horticultural industry will be able to access more foreign workers to relieve harvest labour shortages, including around 300 Vanuatu workers already in the Northern Territory. Seasonal worker boost offers WA farmers some relief, but is it too late for this year's harvest?

Western Australia's horticultural industry will be able to access more foreign workers to relieve harvest labour shortages, including around 300 Vanuatu workers already in the Northern Territory.

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Viewpoint: Why Turkey is flexing its muscles abroad

Turkey's engagement in the Southern Caucasus is only the latest venture in a tougher foreign policy.

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Inside Canada's decades-long lobster feud

A fight over indigenous rights has erupted in Canada's billion-dollar lobster fishing industry.

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Africa's week in pictures: 9-15 October 2020

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

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Yemen war: Mass prisoner swap under way

It is the biggest exchange of captives by the warring sides since the conflict began in 2015.

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Kyrgyzstan election: President Jeenbekov resigns after protests

Sooronbay Jeenbekov warned the country was close to conflict after a disputed election.

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

The army warned "subversive elements and trouble makers" to desist at protests against police brutality.

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'Person in jetpack' spotted flying again near LA airport

The new sighting on Wednesday was at 6,000ft (1,829m), seven miles from the airport, officials say.

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Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: Armenian PM admits significant casualties

Nikol Pashinyan says Armenia faces a "difficult situation" in its fight over disputed Nagorny Karabakh.

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

Reporter Dan Oakes had faced potential criminal charges for exposing alleged war crimes.

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Some 12 months ago, Lachlan Macdonald noticed his livestock behaving strangely, presenting symptoms that proved fatal for some of his stock. The results of the investigation that followed only seemed to add to the mystery. This farmer's cattle mysteriously went blind — now they're banned from sale

Some 12 months ago, Lachlan Macdonald noticed his livestock behaving strangely, presenting symptoms that proved fatal for some of his stock. The results of the investigation that followed only seemed to add to the mystery.

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A local river management group says "alarm bells" should be ringing as Queensland's Mary River slows to a trickle, putting the environment and hundreds of irrigated farms at risk. 'Dire circumstances' as mighty Mary River stops running

A local river management group says "alarm bells" should be ringing as Queensland's Mary River slows to a trickle, putting the environment and hundreds of irrigated farms at risk.

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

A new documentary follows the teenage climate change activist through her rise to fame.

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

Aid groups say civilians must be given safe passage amid clashes between Taliban and government forces.

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From flexible work to recreation, farmers are finding innovating ways to keep seasonal workers and backpackers on the payroll for longer, as the estimated 26,000 staff shortage looms. Farmers vie to keep staff as 'tables turn' putting backpackers in demand

From flexible work to recreation, farmers are finding innovating ways to keep seasonal workers and backpackers on the payroll for longer, as the estimated 26,000 staff shortage looms.

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The Victorian Parliament is considering legislation which would make it legal to camp along river frontages on Crown land leased by farmers, sometimes for generations. Camping on Crown land river frontages leased by farmers triggers biosecurity, safety fears

The Victorian Parliament is considering legislation which would make it legal to camp along river frontages on Crown land leased by farmers, sometimes for generations.

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Adelaide vegetable grower Rainbow Fresh is unsure how to get stock on supermarket shelves after fire gutted a shed and destroyed equipment. 'Devastating' fire causes $2.5 million in damage at vegetable farm

Adelaide vegetable grower Rainbow Fresh is unsure how to get stock on supermarket shelves after fire gutted a shed and destroyed equipment.

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A lack of rain as the growing season peaked has removed millions of tonnes of grain from Western Australia's expected harvest. Dry September robs millions of tonnes from West Australian grain harvest

A lack of rain as the growing season peaked has removed millions of tonnes of grain from Western Australia's expected harvest.

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Royal Hobart Show and more than a dozen other smaller, shorter events in places as far flung as the Bass Strait islands, King and Flinders, have all been cancelled due to COVID-19. But it doesn't mean you have to miss out entirely. Missing your annual agricultural show fix? Why not recreate it at home

Royal Hobart Show and more than a dozen other smaller, shorter events in places as far flung as the Bass Strait islands, King and Flinders, have all been cancelled due to COVID-19. But it doesn't mean you have to miss out entirely.

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I Am Greta: The coming of age movie wrapped up in a super-hero flick

A documentary about the teenage climate change activist is compelling because it's so unlikely.

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US election 2020: Why it matters so much to Germans

Trump has singled out Berlin for repeated criticism but some say it was a much needed wake-up call.

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Is Australia really seeing more shark attacks?

Seven people have been killed by sharks this year - the highest number in more than 90 years.

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

Alpha Condé, who spent years in opposition, is seeking a controversial third term.

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Kamala Harris asks Amy Coney Barrett: 'Do you believe climate change is happening?'

Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett is questioned by Democratic vice-presidential candidate Kamala Harris.

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A key union is concerned the new owner is aiming to put former Jetstar boss Jayne Hrdlicka in charge of Virgin Australia and turn the airline into a low-cost carrier. Bain is 'ripping out the heart of Virgin' says union amid fears Virgin Australia CEO could lose his job

A key union is concerned the new owner is aiming to put former Jetstar boss Jayne Hrdlicka in charge of Virgin Australia and turn the airline into a low-cost carrier.

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Vatican: Italian woman arrested in fraud scandal

The 39-year-old says she was paid €500,000 by a former top Vatican official accused of embezzlement.

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Great Barrier Reef has lost half of its corals since 1995

Every type of coral has declined since 1995 because of climate change, an Australian study finds.

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New Shepard: Jeff Bezos' rocket tests Nasa Moon landing tech

The New Shepard rocket carried technology designed to return humans to the Moon in four years.

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Ginger and Glen Macpherson, novice farmers from Queensland, discover what toothpicks, time limits, ladders and hermaphroditic flowers have to do with the much prized fruit of orchids. Hunting for gold in vanilla vines, the orchid fruit commanding 'insane' prices

Ginger and Glen Macpherson, novice farmers from Queensland, discover what toothpicks, time limits, ladders and hermaphroditic flowers have to do with the much prized fruit of orchids.

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NZ election: The people left behind in Ardern's 'kind' New Zealand

Critics say Jacinda Ardern has not done enough to combat child poverty as she seeks another term.

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Young farmers bring water, technology and new ideas to historic properties in Tasmania's Central Highlands. Irrigation and new technology brings change to historic region

Young farmers bring water, technology and new ideas to historic properties in Tasmania's Central Highlands.

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US elections: The African evangelicals praying for Trump to win

They see the US president as a defender of religious freedom and their conservative values.

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The BTS fans investing in their favourite K-pop band

BTS, one of K-pop's biggest groups, are offering fans a chance to buy shares in a $822m market launch.

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Brexit: Why France is raising the stakes over fishing

Fishing has become a key sticking point in Brexit trade talks, and French fishermen need a good deal.

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Philippines: Anger over death of baby separated from jailed mother

A Filipina newborn died two months after she was separated from her mother, a political detainee.

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Supreme Court nominee Amy Coney Barrett in her own words

What kind of justice might Amy Coney Barrett be? We take a look at her own words to find out.

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The battle over what US children learn about American history

As President Trump pushes "patriotic education", some teachers want US history curriculum reform.

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Wynyard doctor Jim Berryman thinks healthcare starts as soon as you walk in the door, and his wish to create a "welcoming, non-clinical" space for patients is winning industry awards. An open fire and eclectic furniture: The rural doctor's surgery crowned the best in the state

Wynyard doctor Jim Berryman thinks healthcare starts as soon as you walk in the door, and his wish to create a "welcoming, non-clinical" space for patients is winning industry awards.

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Outback emergency services are warning summer holidaymakers to be prepared for heat, flash flooding and the potential of being stuck in small towns with limited services. Heading to the outback this summer? Be prepared for the unexpected

Outback emergency services are warning summer holidaymakers to be prepared for heat, flash flooding and the potential of being stuck in small towns with limited services.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un gets emotional during speech

Observers suggest he may be trying to appear sympathetic in a difficult year for North Koreans.

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Growers urged to look out for insect which is classified as a serious threat to Australia's grain, rice, cotton, horticultural and sugar industries and can feed on up to 350 plant species. After decimating crops across the world, the fall armyworm has moved into new Australian territory

Growers urged to look out for insect which is classified as a serious threat to Australia's grain, rice, cotton, horticultural and sugar industries and can feed on up to 350 plant species.

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Creating fuel from thin air with artificial leaves

Plants derive energy from carbon dioxide in the air and scientists are trying to mimic that process.

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What does place that predicts US presidents say this time?

Vigo County in Indiana has backed every winning candidate since 1888, bar two.

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Nobel: US auction theorists win Economics Prize

The work of Paul Milgrom and Robert Wilson is used in the sale of airport slots and radio spectrums.

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Bangladesh to introduce death penalty for rape

The change follows protests sparked by a brutal gang rape and rising case numbers.

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Cardinal George Pell meets Pope Francis for first time since acquittal

The Vatican's ex-treasurer had his conviction for sexual abuse overturned in Australia in April.

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Israel unblocks big immigration of Ethiopian Jews

Thousands have been waiting in camps to be allowed to settle in Israel for years.

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China to test city of nine million over five days

The decision comes after Qingdao saw 12 new confirmed cases linked to a local hospital.

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Australians sign Kevin Rudd's call for inquiry into Murdoch influence

More than 100,000 people support Kevin Rudd's call for a probe into Rupert Murdoch's media influence.

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Power outage: Mumbai's 'unprecedented' power cut affects millions

A rare disruption in electricity supply has affected India's financial capital Mumbai.

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How Australia-China relations have hit 'lowest ebb in decades'

Recent tensions have read like a geopolitical thriller. But with so much at stake, how will the story end?

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As consumers get their first chance to compare how safe different makes of quad bikes are, Farmsafe reports a record number of deaths from the popular machine. Stability ratings now mandatory on quad bikes for sale

As consumers get their first chance to compare how safe different makes of quad bikes are, Farmsafe reports a record number of deaths from the popular machine.

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North Korea: What we know about the 'massive' new missile on parade

A defence expert explains why a new missile displayed at a military parade is a threat to the US.

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After years without rain, many NSW farmers are now preparing themselves for a bumper crop. But with a La Niña weather event, the Bureau of Meteorology warns there's a possibility things could "swing from drought to flood". After four years of punishing drought, Rick still needs to pinch himself at this year's harvest

After years without rain, many NSW farmers are now preparing themselves for a bumper crop. But with a La Niña weather event, the Bureau of Meteorology warns there's a possibility things could "swing from drought to flood".

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US Election 2020: Anthony Fauci says Trump campaign ad quote misleading

The ad appears to show Dr Anthony Fauci praising Donald Trump, but he is talking about his own work.

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Turkish ship at centre of Greece row to return to Mediterranean

The seismic research vessel Oruc Reis was at the centre of a row with Greece in August.

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The tropical rock oyster industry is set to become a reality in Western Australia after 30,000 hatchery grown spat are transferred to farm sites off the Dampier Archipelago. 'More meaning than the mining game': Tropical rock oyster industry moves into the Pilbara

The tropical rock oyster industry is set to become a reality in Western Australia after 30,000 hatchery grown spat are transferred to farm sites off the Dampier Archipelago.

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New South Wales wildlife management officials say a new baiting and trapping method shows promise in helping to solve the ongoing wild deer problem in the state's north. 'Humane way' to cull feral deer trialled in northern NSW

New South Wales wildlife management officials say a new baiting and trapping method shows promise in helping to solve the ongoing wild deer problem in the state's north.

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Covid: Trump 'no longer a transmission risk to others'

The White House doctor says tests show "there is no longer evidence of actively replicating virus".

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Covid: Brazil's coronavirus death toll passes 150,000

The country, which recently passed five million cases, has the world's second-highest number of dead.

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Belarus protests: Lukashenko holds meeting with opponents in jail

The meeting - supposedly on constitutional reform - comes amid two months of opposition protests.

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‘We were students negotiating with armed guerrillas for my father’s life’

When Miles Hargrove’s dad was kidnapped by Colombian guerrillas, he asked a young friend to act as negotiator.

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The tale of Algeria's stolen cannon and France's cockerel

Hopes grow that a gigantic weapon stolen after the invasion of Algiers in 1830 may soon be returned.

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Life is tough on the Nullarbor at the best of times, but with a crippling drought wreaking havoc everywhere those who make a living off the land are contemplating an even more challenging future. Surviving on the Nullarbor — adapt or crumble under the worst drought on record

Life is tough on the Nullarbor at the best of times, but with a crippling drought wreaking havoc everywhere those who make a living off the land are contemplating an even more challenging future.

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There are concerns research on cattle breeding in Australia could be stifled, following another failed attempt by Australia's cattle industry to block a controversial genome patent from the US. Australia's cattle industry chalks up another loss in bid to overturn US-controlled cattle genome patent

There are concerns research on cattle breeding in Australia could be stifled, following another failed attempt by Australia's cattle industry to block a controversial genome patent from the US.

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Spain's Canary Islands see new influx of African migrants

More than 1,000 have arrived in recent days and this year has seen a big increase from 2019.

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Africa 'needs $1.2tn' to recover coronavirus losses

The economic damage caused by coronavirus leaves the continent with a big repair bill, the IMF says.

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North Korea hosts military spectacle

As North Korea celebrates its military arsenal, leader Kim Jong-un says his country is "healthy and sound" in terms of coronavirus.

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Khabarovsk: Police in Russia's far east break up anti-Kremlin protests

The far eastern city of Khabarovsk has seen months of protests after a popular governor was detained.

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Hurricane Delta makes landfall in Louisiana

The US state is still recovering from the damage caused by a previous hurricane in August.

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US election 2020: Texas judge blocks postal voting restrictions

The governor of Texas wanted to limit the number of absentee ballot drop-off points in each county.

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Nagorno-Karabakh: Armenia and Azerbaijan agree ceasefire

The ceasefire, announced by the Russian foreign minister, comes after 10 hours of talks in Moscow.

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Hurricane Delta makes landfall in storm-battered Louisiana

The state is still recovering from the damage caused by another storm, Hurricane Laura, in August.

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Gazans struggle with pandemic and blockade

Citizens in the overcrowded Palestinian territory are struggling to deal with the pandemic amid an ongoing blockade by Israel and Egypt.

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US election 2020: 'QAnon might affect how my friends vote'

Millions of Americans are tuning into an entirely different election conversation.

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Hathras case: A woman repeatedly reported rape. Why are police denying it?

A young Indian woman repeatedly said she was raped, but authorities insist there was no sexual assault.

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Week in pictures: 3 - 12 October 2020

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

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Why Covid could remove barriers for women in the car industry

Bentley's Astrid Fontaine explains why Covid could remove barriers for women in the car industry.

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Glass ceilings and black holes: How history was made in the 2020 science Nobels

What this year's science Nobel Prizes showed us about the darkest mysteries of the Universe.

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Australian boss fined over Belgian backpacker's fruit picking death

Olivier Max Caramin collapsed from heat stress after picking fruit for hours in the sun.

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Hong Kong's last authentic junk in troubled waters

The image of a Chinese junk boat is a popular symbol of Hong Kong and recognised around the world.

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Once unknown Nigerian 'masterpiece' by Ben Enwonwu up for sale

Experts did not know of Ben Enwonwu's Court of the Oba of Benin until it was offered for sale.

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Row over 'insult' to Indian dish Kamala Harris likes

The idli is a steamed rice cake appreciated by millions - including US VP candidate Kamala Harris.

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A hay and seed producer from the Douglas Daly region, south of Darwin, has been granted the Northern Territory's first licence to grow industrial hemp. Top End grower given green light to plant NT's first hemp crop

A hay and seed producer from the Douglas Daly region, south of Darwin, has been granted the Northern Territory's first licence to grow industrial hemp.

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As the pandemic began egg producers were concerned about restaurant closures, but instead they saw people buying up big for cooking at home. Home cooking sees egg sales continue to surge during pandemic, surprising farmers

As the pandemic began egg producers were concerned about restaurant closures, but instead they saw people buying up big for cooking at home.

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A man is fined for failing to properly train his workers, contributing to the death of a backpacker on a Queensland watermelon farm from the effects of hot weather. Backpacker employer fined $65k over farm death linked to heat stress

A man is fined for failing to properly train his workers, contributing to the death of a backpacker on a Queensland watermelon farm from the effects of hot weather.

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Why Trump wants Sudan to befriend Israel

With Sudan desperate for sanctions to be lifted, the US and Israel have spotted an opportunity.

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Owners and growers of pretty agapanthus are noticing a spike in their uptake for their fire-retardant properties, but authorities say residents should not put too much faith in these "little soldiers". Adelaide Hills residents put faith in agapanthus to stem bushfires, but it's no silver bullet

Owners and growers of pretty agapanthus are noticing a spike in their uptake for their fire-retardant properties, but authorities say residents should not put too much faith in these "little soldiers".

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What we can expect to see at North Korea's 'biggest military parade'

Will Pyongyang use it to show it still has weapons capable of striking the US, after talks failed?

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Halle synagogue attack: Neo-Nazi trial revives horror of attack

A witness in the German trial returns to Halle, a year after the deadly attack at a synagogue.

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Africa's week in pictures: 2-8 October 2020

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

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At what is regarded as the biggest brahman sale in the world, a bull sells for a record price of $210,000 at Rockhampton’s annual Brahman Week sale. Big bucks for bulls as records tumble at Brahman Week

At what is regarded as the biggest brahman sale in the world, a bull sells for a record price of $210,000 at Rockhampton’s annual Brahman Week sale.

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VP debate: Kamala Harris v Mike Pence outshone by fly

A fly has outshone the candidates in the vice-presidential debate after it landed on Mike Pence's head.

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State-owned Essential Energy says it will review all its assets to resolve confusion over the ownership and maintenance of 'private' power poles. Landowners dispute energy company's demands to maintain poles and wires

State-owned Essential Energy says it will review all its assets to resolve confusion over the ownership and maintenance of 'private' power poles.

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Matt Wilkinson: Former pro-surfer survives close call with shark

Australian surfer Matt Wilkinson was alerted to the shark by lifeguards using a drone.

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Movie-going could 'become extinct' warns director

Wonder Woman director Patty Jenkins gives a stark warning about the film industry as more movies are delayed.

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Australia partner visas to require English test under new law

Couples will need to prove their language skills to secure a partner visa, the government says.

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Kyrgyzstan election: Euphoria turns to insecurity as mob rule spreads

A power vacuum resulting from the seizure of parliament threatens to further destabilise the country.

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Four years and counting: The epic China-US takeover

The deadline for a Chinese firm's buyout of an American rival has already been extended 16 times.

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A West Australian council is handing out free pocket ashtrays to reduce the huge number of cigarette butts discarded every day. Free pocket ashtrays handed out in WA to combat butt litter

A West Australian council is handing out free pocket ashtrays to reduce the huge number of cigarette butts discarded every day.

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Outback Queensland grazier Rob Ievers was 20 years old when he and his brother found the fossil of a prehistoric marine reptile, sparking a career he never knew he would have. Grazier who discovered Jurassic fossil in outback 'ocean' goes from dig to digital

Outback Queensland grazier Rob Ievers was 20 years old when he and his brother found the fossil of a prehistoric marine reptile, sparking a career he never knew he would have.

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Hathras case: A fatal assault, a cremation and no goodbye

The family of an Indian woman who died after an alleged gang rape by upper-caste men are in torment.

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The friends who drove a bus behind the Iron Curtain

The men and women who drove across Europe in a double-decker bus that was older than them.

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Coronavirus in Africa: Five reasons why Covid-19 has been less deadly than elsewhere

The continent of a billion people has had fewer deaths than the UK despite the generally fragile health systems.

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Giant hogweed: One man's battle against 'toxic invader'

Oskars has spent eight years trying to stop an invasive toxic weed surrounding his home in Latvia.

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France passes new law to protect child influencers

The legislation regulates the hours young internet stars can work and what happens to their earnings.

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Big Tech: Between a rock and a hard place

Whoever wins the US elections, Big Tech is about to get clobbered.

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Hurricane Delta: Mexico's Riviera Maya braces for storm

Forecasters warn of a life-threatening storm surge and strong winds in the Yucatán peninsula.

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September was the warmest on record, scientists say

Scientists say it is a clear indication of temperatures being driven up by emissions from human society.

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As of today, farmers can instantly write-off the full value of machinery purchases, through changes announced in the Federal Government's COVID-19 recovery Budget. Farmers expected to buy-in to machinery write-off Budget initiative

As of today, farmers can instantly write-off the full value of machinery purchases, through changes announced in the Federal Government's COVID-19 recovery Budget.

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Australia's dairy industry wants to bring a milk program back into schools to help address a significant shortfall in the dairy intake of school-aged children. School milk: The dairy industry wants to bring it back

Australia's dairy industry wants to bring a milk program back into schools to help address a significant shortfall in the dairy intake of school-aged children.

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Tasmanian farm property which is home to two historic homesteads, gets a facelift as it diversifies to welcome farm tourists. Facelift on the cards for historic Tasmanian property

Tasmanian farm property which is home to two historic homesteads, gets a facelift as it diversifies to welcome farm tourists.

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Some agricultural shows have been cancelled for the first time in up to 150 years, but a trail of scarecrows across the state is keeping the country spirit alive. Scarecrows breathe life into country shows after 'traumatic' COVID cancellations

Some agricultural shows have been cancelled for the first time in up to 150 years, but a trail of scarecrows across the state is keeping the country spirit alive.

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The bush families who volunteer to record Australia's rainfall are being recognised for being involved for more than 100 years. 'Without them we'd be a lot worse off': Bush families have diligently recorded rainfall for more than 100 years

The bush families who volunteer to record Australia's rainfall are being recognised for being involved for more than 100 years.

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This year's Federal Budget has no increase to childcare funding but a renewed focus on science and technology opportunities. Here's what you need to know. Child care, domestic violence and science jobs: What's in the budget for women, and what didn't make the cut?

This year's Federal Budget has no increase to childcare funding but a renewed focus on science and technology opportunities. Here's what you need to know.

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Johnny Nash: Reggae singer-songwriter dies aged 80

The American artist, best known for the 1972 hit I Can See Clearly Now, dies of natural causes.

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Misleading India-China claims being shared online

Videos of the India-China border stand-off have been circulating - but they are not what they claim to be.

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Tech tales of love, sex and online abuse in India

The crowd-sourced Instagram art project documents women's experiences of online abuse.

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Kamala Harris v Mike Pence: Why this vice-president debate matters

Not usually considered a must-watch, this campaign's vice-presidential debate has taken on fresh importance.

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US Election 2020: Your most pressing questions answered

From contested elections to to the electoral college, we answer the burning questions you sent us.

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Kamala Harris: Where does she stand on key issues?

She's made history as the first black and Asian woman on a major US party ticket. What are her views?

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Navalny poisoning: Kremlin critic recalls near-death Novichok torment

Alexei Navalny tells the BBC his poisoning has left him struggling with sleep and muscular control.

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Greece Golden Dawn: Neo-Nazi party faces crime organisation verdict

The trial in Athens has lasted five years and 68 people are accused of criminal activities.

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