A cyber attack paralyses the operations of Australia's biggest meat processor, and it's creating disarray for farmers across the country. Cyber attacks on JBS meat processor causing livestock trade tumult

A cyber attack paralyses the operations of Australia's biggest meat processor, and it's creating disarray for farmers across the country.

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Buying a backpacker hostel during a pandemic is not an obvious investment choice, but a Victorian couple hope they can make it work. Couple makes unusual investment despite border closures

Buying a backpacker hostel during a pandemic is not an obvious investment choice, but a Victorian couple hope they can make it work.

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Saudi Arabia: Authorities defend mosque speaker restriction

Authorities say they have imposed a maximum volume following complaints from the public.

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The gentle hum of honeybees, hard at work building their hives in WA's north-west, has become a familiar sound to Yawuru woman Naomi Appleby. A growing honey business in the Kimberley is offering hope to the next generation of beekeepers

The gentle hum of honeybees, hard at work building their hives in WA's north-west, has become a familiar sound to Yawuru woman Naomi Appleby.

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The dancer aged 106 who bans the word 'old'

Meet Sydney artist Eileen Kramer, who has had some of her most productive years since turning 100.

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Why electric cars will take over sooner than you think

The BBC's Justin Rowlatt explains why we are accelerating towards an electric car future.

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The story of Spain’s ‘terrifying confidence’ – and how it conquered the world

One night of embarrassment in October 2006 convinced Spain that something had to change - sparking a momentum shift in world football.

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Iran's presidential election: Four ways it matters

As Iranians prepare to go to the polls this month, here is why the vote will be closely watched.

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Viewpoint: Why Germany's Namibia genocide apology is not enough

Germany is sorry for the massacres but the lack of reparations has angered targeted communities.

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China-India clashes: No change a year after Ladakh stand-off

Nomads along the India-China border in the Galwan Valley are still living under the shadow of war.

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Covid: Peru almost triples death toll after review

The official death toll now sits at more than 180,000, up from just under 70,000, after a review.

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Pet products containing medicinal cannabis are big businesses in the US, but with studies still determining how well they work, Australia is still a long way off approving their use. Golden retriever Paddy has painful arthritis, so why can't he have medicinal cannabis for relief?

Pet products containing medicinal cannabis are big businesses in the US, but with studies still determining how well they work, Australia is still a long way off approving their use.

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Covid: WHO renames UK and other variants with Greek letters

The variant first detected in the UK becomes Alpha, with South Africa, Brazil and India also renamed.

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Naomi Osaka withdraws from French Open after refusing to do news conferences

Naomi Osaka says she is withdrawing from the French Open as a result of controversy over her refusal to speak to the media.

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Sinéad O'Connor: My life is actually really boring

"I've got to the time in life where you just want to sit and be peaceful in your garden and knit."

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Nephew of Fetullah Gulen seized and brought back to Turkey

Selahaddin Gulen reappears in custody in Turkey weeks after he goes missing in Kenya.

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Bangladesh arrests tiger poaching suspect after 20-year hunt

The man known as "Tiger Habib" is alleged to have killed about 70 endangered Bengal tigers.

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Belgian ambassador loses South Korea posting after wife slaps worker

The wife of Belgium's ambassador to South Korea is seen slapping a shop worker in CCTV footage.

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Privacy group targets website 'cookie terror'

Campaigners lodge hundreds of complaints against sites they claim break cookie laws.

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France police 'neutralise' armed ex-soldier after Dordogne manhunt

The 29-year-old man was injured in a shoot-out with police after a 24-hour manhunt, reports say.

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Tarzan actor Joe Lara, 58, presumed dead in plane crash

He and six others are missing believed dead after their plane crashed into a lake in the US.

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Texas Democrats block 'discriminatory' bill on voting

A walkout by Democrats deprives the state legislature of a quorum to pass the divisive bill.

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The world's largest meat processing company, JBS Foods, falls victim to cyber attacks that shut down production around the world, including in Australia. Cyber attack shuts down global meat processing giant JBS

The world's largest meat processing company, JBS Foods, falls victim to cyber attacks that shut down production around the world, including in Australia. 

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China allows couples to have three children

The move comes after a once-a-decade census showed China's population grew at its slowest pace in decades.

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New figures show Australia is challenging China for the title of the world's biggest gold producer, but experts say it is too early to tell if Australia will take over top spot. Australia gives China a run as world's biggest gold producer

New figures show Australia is challenging China for the title of the world's biggest gold producer, but experts say it is too early to tell if Australia will take over top spot.

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Rice production is back in a big way across southern New South Wales, with growers bringing in a huge harvest — more than 10 times larger than last season. 'We're over the moon': Farmers catching a break with a rice revival

Rice production is back in a big way across southern New South Wales, with growers bringing in a huge harvest — more than 10 times larger than last season.

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Argentina stripped of Copa America tournament

The 2021 Copa America has been left without a host less than two weeks before it starts after Argentina was stripped of the tournament.

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Ho Chi Minh: Vietnam to test entire city amid new variant fears

13 million people in Ho Chi Minh will be tested and new social distancing rules have been imposed.

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Phone and computer systems at large meatworks across Australia, Canada, and the US have been shut down by a cyber attack. Cyber attack shuts down JBS meatworks across Australia, US, Canada

Phone and computer systems at large meatworks across Australia, Canada, and the US have been shut down by a cyber attack.

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Hundreds more Afghans and their families to be allowed to settle in UK

Hundreds more who worked for the British military and government will be allowed to settle in the UK.

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City owners of working dogs find an outlet for their intelligent pets to exercise their instincts. For bored working dogs in suburban backyards, sheep herding is challenging mind and body

City owners of working dogs find an outlet for their intelligent pets to exercise their instincts.

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Israel coalition government a threat to security, warns Netanyahu

The prime minister urges right-wing politicians not to join a proposed new unity government.

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The Chinese owners of Australia's largest dairy operation sell a dozen farms after a tumultuous few years. Twelve Van Dairy properties back in Australian hands

The Chinese owners of Australia's largest dairy operation sell a dozen farms after a tumultuous few years.

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Mohammed Deif: The one-eyed Hamas chief in Israel's crosshairs

The shadowy figure at the top of Israel most-wanted list has repeatedly eluded attempts to kill him.

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Biosecurity warning over loosely-regulated virus labs

Governments do not have controls to stop terrorists accessing labs and posing a biological threat.

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Somaliland elections: Could polls help gain recognition?

Somaliland is hoping that elections will boost its chances of gaining international recognition.

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James Barnor: The 91-year-old's photos bringing Ghana to life

Ghanaian-British photographer James Barnor's work is being exhibited at the Serpentine Gallery in London.

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Uganda: Finding the truth behind a killing spree in Kampala

BBC finds evidence Ugandan security forces killed unarmed people during a crackdown in November 2020.

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War Horse actor salutes 80s gay Soho in one-man show

Jack Holden's play tells the story of a man diagnosed with HIV who decides to party his last days away.

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Nigeria school abduction: Gunmen kidnap students in Niger state

At least 150 students are reported missing after armed men stormed a school in Niger state.

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France rejects Iranian spy charges for tourist Benjamin Briere

Benjamin Briere was detained in Iran in 2020 after flying a drone near the Iran-Turkmenistan border.

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Israel's right-wing leader Bennett backs deal to oust PM Netanyahu

A right-wing leader expresses support for a unity government that would end the prime minister's 12 years in office.

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Barcelona: Homophobic attacks spark outcry

One man required surgery after he and his friends were beaten up by a group of men on a beach.

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Israeli opposition inch closer to deal to oust Netanyahu

Party leaders are inching towards a coalition deal that would end the era of PM Benjamin Netanyahu.

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French Open 2021: Naomi Osaka faces default from Grand Slam for refusing to speak to media

World number two Naomi Osaka faces expulsion from the French Open if she continues to refuse to speak to the media.

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Colombia protests: UN calls for investigation into Cali deaths

Troops are patrolling the city of Cali after weeks of violent anti-government demonstrations.

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Indonesia ferry fire: More than 270 people rescued from blaze near remote islands

One person is still missing after the fire aboard a passenger ferry near Indonesia's remote Sula Islands.

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Florida shooting: Two dead, more than 20 wounded in Hialeah

Three people fired into a crowd outside a banquet hall in Hialeah, a city north of Miami.

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Mount Everest: 'Aim high' female teacher who set new speed record says

Ex-teacher Tsang Yin Hung, 45, is one of three climbers who have set Everest records in recent days.

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Israel politics: Lapid nears coalition after Netanyahu fell short

Israel's opposition parties are close to a coalition agreement to form a "government of change".

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France manhunt for armed ex-soldier who fired on police

Authorities tell residents to stay indoors as police hunt for the man who opened fire on police.

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Nashville hat shop faces backlash for selling anti-vaccine Nazi Jewish star

The Nashville shop apologises after it used a Nazi symbol to spread a "not vaccinated" message.

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Macron threatens to withdraw French troops from Mali

The French president warned that political instability could lead to greater Islamist radicalisation.

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Partner of Tory peer's son held over Belize death

Jasmine Hartin, the partner of Lord Ashcroft's son, was discovered near the body of a police officer.

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'I’m fine, really': Finding hope as Covid sweeps India

The BBC's Nikita Mandhani reflects on her personal experience of the second wave in India.

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Record plantings, early rain and a global shortage of oilseed crops could set up West Australian farmers for a $2 billion canola harvest. Canola shines bright as West Australian harvest reaps top dollar

Record plantings, early rain and a global shortage of oilseed crops could set up West Australian farmers for a $2 billion canola harvest. 

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Afghanistan: Bus blast kills three university staff

A roadside bomb hits a bus carrying teachers from Al-Biruni university north of the capital Kabul.

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Quiz: How well do you know Roger Federer's Grand Slam

Roger Federer is about to play his first Grand Slam in 16 months - how much do you know about the Swiss great's record at the majors?

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All you need to know about the French Open

The French Open returns to its traditional spring setting as Rafael Nadal bids for a 14th title and Iga Swiatek defends her maiden Grand Slam.

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Ex-US airline pilot admits lewd act in cockpit mid-flight

Michael Haak exposed himself to his female co-pilot and watched porn on a laptop, a court is told.

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San Jose shooting: Guns, petrol and 22,000 rounds of ammunition found

A search of the man's home reveals 12 guns, Molotov cocktails and thousands of rounds of ammunition.

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Sri Lanka's beaches swamped with burning ship debris

Plastic and chemical contamination threatens environment and livelihoods in Sri Lanka.

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North Korea says children volunteering on mines and farms

State news reports the orphans want "to repay even just a millionth of the love the party showed".

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Colombia protests: Duque sends military to Cali

Four people died on Friday night in the city, the epicentre of protests against the government.

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Indian Premier League 2021: Tournament to resume in United Arab Emirates in September

The remainder of the 2021 Indian Premier League season will take place in the United Arab Emirates in September and October.

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Canada mourns as remains of 215 children found at indigenous school

The mass grave was found during a survey of the former residential school for indigenous people.

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Mali names coup leader Col Assimi Goïta as transitional president

The country's constitutional court says Col Assimi Goïta should now "lead the transition process".

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Mount Nyiragongo: Why DR Congo fears the explosive power of a lake

Volcanic activity has raised fears of a rare eruption at Lake Kivu in the country's east.

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City owners of working dogs find an outlet for their intelligent pets to exercise their instincts. For bored working dogs in suburban backyards, sheep herding is challenging mind and body

City owners of working dogs find an outlet for their intelligent pets to exercise their instincts.

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Footage shows US flight attendant being attacked by passenger

A dispute over the airline's mask policy led to a passenger punching a flight attendant.

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Tiziana Cantone: Italian woman's body to be exhumed in murder probe

Tiziana Cantone was thought to have taken her life in 2016 after a video of her having sex went viral.

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Don't take on China alone, says ex-Australia PM Kevin Rudd

Former Australian PM Kevin Rudd says countries should work together if they seek to challenge China.

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The Rohingya refugees trapped on a remote island miles from land

Rohingya refugees taken to a remote island off Bangladesh tell the BBC they are desperate to leave.

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George Floyd: After a flood of donations, what next?

The Minnesota Freedom Fund received $40m in the wake of Floyd's death. What happened after?

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Ethiopia Tigray crisis: Warnings of genocide and famine

Concern is mounting about the devastating effects of the conflict raging in Tigray since November.

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Kashmir: A father digging up the ground to find his missing son

Nine months after his son's abduction, a father continues to look for closure in India's Kashmir.

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Covid: How the pandemic is affecting your dreams

More than year into Covid-19, do people in your dreams wear masks or socially distance?

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Germany's quiet Catholic rebellion on gay blessings and women preachers

German Catholics challenge the Vatican's conservative teaching on gay blessings and female preachers.

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Could my mum’s toaster help me care for her?

An emerging technology allows carers to remotely monitor a vulnerable relative's energy usage.

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Cruella: Disney's live-action origin story gets mixed reviews

"Extremely entertaining" or "messy, flabby and confused"? The critics weigh in on the new film.

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William Amos: Politician apologises after urinating during video call

It was the second online mishap for Canadian MP William Amos - who previously appeared naked.

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Tesla cameras will monitor driver awareness

The electric car company says it will now "detect inattentiveness" amid safety concerns.

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French oil giant Total rebrands in shift to renewables

Total is the latest energy giant to face pressure from shareholders to reduce carbon emissions faster.

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'I think buying a used car is still in my future'

Ohio's newly minted vaccination lottery millionaire has plans for the windfall.

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Belarus plane: Russia accuses EU of risking passenger safety

Russia condemns a decision to avoid Belarusian airspace over the arrest of a dissident journalist.

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The state government will backdate expenses by three months to February 1, but the NSW Farmers Association says it's too little, too late. 'They let it turn into a plague': Farmers dissatisfied with NSW government response to mouse plague

The state government will backdate expenses by three months to February 1, but the NSW Farmers Association says it's too little, too late.

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Barack Obama: 'Marcus Rashford is way ahead of where I was at 23'

Barack Obama praises footballer Marcus Rashford's anti-poverty work in a Zoom meeting.

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Nike says it split with Neymar over sexual assault investigation

The sportswear giant and Brazilian footballer give conflicting accounts of why they parted ways.

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Sri Lanka: Burning ship coats beaches in oil and debris

Sri Lankan and Indian naval boats are struggling to put out the eight-day blaze on the X-Press Pearl.

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Iran's presidential election: Who the candidates are

What there is to know about the seven men standing in the forthcoming poll.

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Donations of digital currency to a homeless charity on the north coast NSW has saved it from turning away 100 people a week. Digital currency saves homeless charity

Donations of digital currency to a homeless charity on the north coast NSW has saved it from turning away 100 people a week.

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Germany officially recognises colonial-era Namibia genocide

Foreign Minister Heiko Maas asks for forgiveness for atrocities and announces financial support deal.

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Hong Kong: Jimmy Lai jailed again for pro-democracy protests

Media tycoon Jimmy Lai is already serving time for taking part in other demonstrations in 2019.

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Open Skies Treaty: US tells Russia it will not rejoin key arms control deal

The arms control treaty permits unarmed surveillance flights over dozens of participating countries.

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Friends reunion: BTS, Lady Gaga, Justin Bieber censored in China

It's believed the stars were cut from the Friends reunion as they'd previously offended China.

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US 'rapidly' planning to evacuate Afghan interpreters

A top US general says their lives could be in danger as American troops prepare to leave Afghanistan.

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Patrisse Cullors: Black Lives Matter co-founder resigns

Patrisse Cullors says her exit is nothing to do with "right-wing attacks that tried to discredit my character".

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Taiwan must choose between virus and politics

The island is desperately seeking vaccines - but must decide whether to accept China's offers of help.

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The looming battle over abortion in the US

Pro-choice groups say many restrictions have been introduced in states across the US this year.

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In Tarun Tejpal acquittal, judge questions 'appropriate' behaviour for rape victims

A judge clears Tarun Tejpal of rape, noting the alleged victim appeared to be "in a good mood" afterwards.

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Drones and live-streams: How tech is changing conservation

Around the world, animal conservation has evolved so it's not just humans monitoring wildlife.

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Mystery plans to redraw Balkan borders alarm leaders

Unofficial plans to change the borders have caused alarm - but no-one knows whose idea they are.

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Franz Kafka: Manuscripts, drawings and personal letters go online

It comes after years of restoration and cataloguing by the National Library of Israel.

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Covid: China hits back as US revisits Wuhan lab leak theory

China accuses the US of "political manipulation" over investigations into the origins of the pandemic.

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Mountain biker Bienvenido Aguado lands record 100ft front flip

Spanish rider Bienvenido Aguado lands what is believed to be the longest dirt-to-dirt front flip on record.

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Super 'blood' Moon treats stargazers around the world

Two rare celestial events have coincided as the Moon appears larger during a lunar eclipse.

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Ethiopia's Tigray conflict: Biden demands ceasefire and end to abuses

The US president highlights the rights abuses and the possibility of famine as fighting continues.

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Belarus: I'm ready to beg for help, says mother of detained woman

The mother of Sofia Sapega, who was arrested when her flight was grounded in Minsk, speaks to the BBC.

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DR Congo: Thousands flee Goma after second volcano warning

It comes days after an eruption killed 32 people and destroyed hundreds of homes around Goma.

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Melbourne lockdown: Fears over outbreak sparks restrictions

The Australian state of Victoria shuts down again as a fresh outbreak in the capital fuels anxiety.

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César Prieto: Cuban baseball player defects on Florida trip

Cuban officials confirm César Prieto left their delegation during a pre-Olympic tournament.

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Azerbaijan captures six Armenian troops on border

The six were surrounded by Azeri troops who foiled a sabotage mission, Azerbaijan says.

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School of Rock drummer Kevin Clark dies aged 32

Jack Black and Miranda Cosgrove lead tributes to the musician, who was killed in a traffic accident.

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A cannabis empire that caused chaos on Native land

How a rush to cash-in on cannabis ended in disaster in New Mexico.

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Robots and artificial intelligence will replace workers on Australia's first fully automated farm created at a cost of $20 million. Hands-free farming just a robotic arm's length away

Robots and artificial intelligence will replace workers on Australia's first fully automated farm created at a cost of $20 million.

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Pastoralists and Aboriginal leaders in Coober Pedy have come together to offer training and help address a skills shortage in the outback. Pastoral company aims to address skills shortage, provide opportunities for Indigenous workers

Pastoralists and Aboriginal leaders in Coober Pedy have come together to offer training and help address a skills shortage in the outback.

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Mali coup: Col Goïta seizes power - again

The military stages a second coup in under 10 months, drawing an angry reaction from foreign powers.

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Darrilyn Gordon had high hopes for her first term as a Shire of Halls Creek councillor, but a series of unexplained absences has forced her to leave the role. 'I was up for the challenge': WA Rural Woman of the Year disqualified from Kimberley council

Darrilyn Gordon had high hopes for her first term as a Shire of Halls Creek councillor, but a series of unexplained absences has forced her to leave the role.

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Ohio announces winner of first vaccination lottery

A suburban Cincinnati woman wins the Midwestern state's first $1m (£700,000) Vax-a-Million prize.

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It's not bad news for farmers in dire need of rain, but at this time of year the weather bureau's climate outlooks traditionally have a rough time. BOM's wet and dry winter outlook comes with a grain of salt

It's not bad news for farmers in dire need of rain, but at this time of year the weather bureau's climate outlooks traditionally have a rough time.

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It's not bad news for farmers in dire need of rain, but at this time of year the weather bureau's climate outlooks traditionally have a rough time. BOM's wet and dry winter outlook comes with a grain of salt

It's not bad news for farmers in dire need of rain, but at this time of year the weather bureau's climate outlooks traditionally have a rough time.

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Eric Carle: Very Hungry Caterpillar author dies aged 91

The US author of the best-selling children's classic passed away last Sunday, his family said.

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Tulsa massacre: The search for victims, 100 years on

Decades after white mobs razed an affluent black neighbourhood the search for bodies goes on.

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'Fortress Australia': Why calls to open up borders are meeting resistance

Many Australians are loath to relax border controls despite experts warning of the harms of isolation.

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Tokyo Olympic Games: When are they and will they go ahead?

The Tokyo Summer Olympics are due to start in July, despite a surge in Covid cases in Japan.

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Cyclone Yaas: Severe storm makes landfall on India coast

It comes as India is already struggling to deal with a second deadly wave of Covid-19 infections.

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'Doomsday' couple Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell charged with murder

The couple had espoused apocalyptic religious beliefs and were already facing other charges.

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Syria holds presidential election dismissed as farce by opposition

Bashar al-Assad is seen as certain to win an election rejected as a farce by the opposition.

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Galápagos tortoise found alive is from species thought extinct

Tests carried out on a giant tortoise found in 2019 confirm it belongs to a species believed extinct.

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Jacob Zuma: South Africa's ex-president pleads not guilty for multi-billion dollar arms deal

South Africa's former president is accused of corruption over a contract worth $5bn.

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Teotihuacán: Alarm over construction near ancient site

Bulldozers have razed areas near the pre-Hispanic ruins at Teotihuacán, a World Heritage Site.

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Italy cable car fall: Three arrested over fatal accident

Investigators say an emergency brake system had been disabled before the crash, which killed 14.

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Samuel E Wright: Tributes paid to actor who voiced crab in The Little Mermaid

The actor and singer voiced Sebastian and sang Under The Sea in Disney's 1989 animated favourite.

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'I thought I was too old to be on TikTok'

Spencer West has garnered legions of fans sharing his perspective as a disability advocate.

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Telstra has defended itself against accusations from Federal Minister David Littleproud that the company has abandoned the bush Telstra and David Littleproud embroiled in spat over bush services

Telstra has defended itself against accusations from Federal Minister David Littleproud that the company has abandoned the bush

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For tens of thousands of years, Indigenous people were the custodians of our waterways — but they say they've been locked out of water management and ownership. 'We've got nothing': The forgotten voices in the Murray-Darling Basin debate

For tens of thousands of years, Indigenous people were the custodians of our waterways — but they say they've been locked out of water management and ownership.

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Belarus journalist Roman Protasevich's colleagues fear for their lives

Associates of detained dissident journalist Roman Protasevich say they are receiving death threats.

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There's hope dedicated dung beetle 'nurseries' could help a winter-active species find its feet. 'Another mouth to feed': dung beetles rolled out in NSW Central West

There's hope dedicated dung beetle 'nurseries' could help a winter-active species find its feet.

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After floods killed millions of her bees in March, beekeeper Di McQueen-Richardson has turned to technology to explore alternative uses for bees in farming. Bee venom as therapy: NSW apiarist pivots after losing millions of bees in floods

After floods killed millions of her bees in March, beekeeper Di McQueen-Richardson has turned to technology to explore alternative uses for bees in farming.

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Mast Upgrade: UK experiment could sweep aside fusion hurdle

Results from a UK experiment could help clear a hurdle to achieving commercial fusion power.

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Uefa opens proceedings against Barcelona, Juventus and Real Madrid over European Super League plan

Uefa opens disciplinary proceedings against Barcelona, Juventus and Real Madrid over their involvement in the proposed European Super League.

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After floods killed millions of her bees in March, beekeeper Di McQueen-Richardson has turned to technology to explore alternative uses for bees in farming. Bee venom as therapy? NSW apiarist making big-picture plans to stay in business

After floods killed millions of her bees in March, beekeeper Di McQueen-Richardson has turned to technology to explore alternative uses for bees in farming.

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Grand jury to consider Donald Trump charges

The New York jury will decide whether to indict the ex-president on criminal charges, local media say.

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Marilyn Manson active arrest warrant issued on assault charges

The US singer is accused of two counts of assault at a concert in the state of New Hampshire in 2019.

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NSW Water Minister Melinda Pavey agrees to make public internal government legal advice that suggests most flood plain harvesting in New South Wales is without a licence and is "on the balance" an offence under state water laws. Flood plain harvesters in legal limbo as government releases briefing documents

NSW Water Minister Melinda Pavey agrees to make public internal government legal advice that suggests most flood plain harvesting in New South Wales is without a licence and is "on the balance" an offence under state water laws.

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The refilling of a vast, shallow lake with water has brought prosperity and optimism to the small outback town of Menindee. 'Like a garden of Eden': Outback town of Menindee booming after years of drought

The refilling of a vast, shallow lake with water has brought prosperity and optimism to the small outback town of Menindee.

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France puzzled by mystery anti-Pfizer campaign offer

French social media influencers say they have been offered money to discredit the anti-Covid vaccine.

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AI emotion-detection software tested on Uyghurs

A software engineer tells BBC's Panorama about installing the system in police stations in Xinjiang.

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Sri Lanka navy rescue crew following chemical fire on cargo ship

All 23 members of the Singaporean X-Press Pearl's crew were evacuated.

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Russia threatens to slow down Google over 'banned content'

The country’s media watchdog says it will slow down internet speeds to the site if the content is not deleted.

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Belarus flights redirected after Roman Protasevich's arrest

EU leaders promise more sanctions after a dissident journalist was arrested on a diverted flight.

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Israel-Gaza conflict: Blinken promises US support for Gaza reconstruction

The US secretary of state wants to consolidate a ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian militants.

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Elliot Page: Actor wins praise for sharing swimming shorts image after top surgery

The trans actor previously described top surgery, where breast tissue is removed, as "life-saving".

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Peru's Shining Path kills 16, including children, ahead of polls

An offshoot of the Shining Path rebel group said it was behind the attack in the remote jungle area.

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Ramdev: Doctors furious over yoga guru's insulting Covid remark

A video of Baba Ramdev mocking patients for trying to find oxygen went viral earlier this month.

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Texas to allow unlicensed carrying of handguns

A bill which further eases some of the loosest gun laws in the US is set to be approved.

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Rocco Morabito: Italian fugitive arrested in Brazil

Rocco Morabito, who has been wanted since the 1990s, escaped from a prison in Uruguay in 2019.

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Covid: How the pandemic is affecting your dreams

More than year into Covid-19, do people in your dreams wear masks or socially distance?

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Australia power station explosion leaves thousands without electricity

Energy companies are scrambling to restore electricity supply after a Queensland power station fire.

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Florida governor signs bill to ban Big Tech 'deplatforming'

The Florida measure will fine companies that violate the rules up to $250,000 per day.

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South Coast Dairy is sold Australasian Dairies resulting in job losses with the closure of the Berry processing plant. South Coast Dairy forced to sell and cut jobs due to financial difficulties

South Coast Dairy is sold Australasian Dairies resulting in job losses with the closure of the Berry processing plant.

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Peloton to build first US factory after supply problems

The exercise equipment company has struggled to keep up with demand during the pandemic.

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Australia to shut embassy in Afghanistan over violence fears

Canberra cites an "uncertain security environment", as the pullout of international troops proceeds.

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US issues Japan travel warning weeks before Olympics

It comes amid heightened scrutiny and pressure to call off the Tokyo Olympics due to be held soon.

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Indian police visit Twitter's office after 'manipulated media' label

It comes after the social media giant labelled a ruling party spokesman tweet as "manipulated media".

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Environmental advocates win a court challenge against the federal government and mining giant Adani, over its proposed water use at its coal mine in central Queensland. Australian Conservation Foundation wins Federal Court challenge against Adani

Environmental advocates win a court challenge against the federal government and mining giant Adani, over its proposed water use at its coal mine in central Queensland.

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Regional communities in Western Australia hope a budding green hydrogen industry will stop rural population decline and reinvigorate their economies. Regional towns hope 'global export race' for green hydrogen will fuel economic revival

Regional communities in Western Australia hope a budding green hydrogen industry will stop rural population decline and reinvigorate their economies.

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With the reliability of the emerging superpower's supply chains weakened, miners say it's only a matter of time before Australia taps into its deposits of minerals "crucial" to the manufacture of new technologies. Miners eye 'critical' rare earths market amid potential shift in ground beneath China's feet

With the reliability of the emerging superpower's supply chains weakened, miners say it's only a matter of time before Australia taps into its deposits of minerals "crucial" to the manufacture of new technologies.

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Tata Steel to continue salaries for Covid victims' families in India

The announcement came as deaths linked to the coronavirus in India passed 300,000.

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Fifteen years ago, this mountain in Wychitella was just like any other, but it's now populated a noxious weed for as far as the eye can see. 'A cancer on the landscape': Noxious weed spreads across regional Victoria

Fifteen years ago, this mountain in Wychitella was just like any other, but it's now populated a noxious weed for as far as the eye can see.

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EU agrees new Belarus sanctions after plane arrest

Belarusian airlines will be banned from EU skies after a flight was diverted and a journalist held.

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Kevin Spacey set for acting return in Italian film

It will be the star's first film role since he was accused of sexual assaults, which he denies.

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Fish 'not as carbon friendly' as previously thought

Commercial fishing by so-called bottom trawling could emit as much CO2 as air travel, a study argues.

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Belarus Ryanair flight diverted: Passengers describe panic on board

Those on board describe a "sudden dive" as the aircraft changed course due to a reported bomb threat.

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Myanmar: Aung San Suu Kyi appears in court for first time since military coup

Deposed leader of Myanmar is allowed to meet her lawyers for the first time before adjourned hearing.

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Body of missing man found in Spanish dinosaur statue

Police say the man was reported missing by his family and no foul play is suspected in his death.

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Samoa's first female PM locked out of parliament by losing opponent

Fiame Naomi Mata'afa holds makeshift swearing in ceremony in a tent after opponent locks the doors.

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Mottarone cable car crash: Italy investigates cause of accident

Operators of the cable car near Lake Maggiore said maintenance and checks were carried out regularly.

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Israel-Gaza: How much money does Israel get from the US?

Israel gets billions of dollars in US aid - we look at why, and what that money is used for.

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With no end to the plague in sight, regional communities are desperate for support to control the vermin as they fight to avoid bankruptcy. After surviving drought and a pandemic, the mouse plague might be the final straw for many

With no end to the plague in sight, regional communities are desperate for support to control the vermin as they fight to avoid bankruptcy.

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Top End residents are warned to prepare for an intense fire season, as above-average rainfall leads to destructive weeds growing to levels that could fuel dangerous fires. 'You have no idea how terrifying it is': Invasive gamba grass may fuel intense NT fire season

Top End residents are warned to prepare for an intense fire season, as above-average rainfall leads to destructive weeds growing to levels that could fuel dangerous fires.

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China marathon: Fans mourn top runners killed in deadly race

Many pay tribute to the athletes who died in the controversial ultramarathon that killed 21 people.

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Japan ramps up mass vaccinations in Tokyo and Osaka amid Covid surge

The new vaccination drive in Tokyo and Osaka comes as hospitals struggle to cope with cases.

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Bob Dylan: 80 things you may not know about him on his 80th birthday

A look back at the life and career of the influential and now-octogenarian singer-songwriter.

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A North Queensland farmer who watched his entire crop wiped out by cyclonic winds in March says it's time to consider a national compensation scheme for growers. After five major wipe-outs, this banana farmer is calling for a grower-funded disaster assistance pool

A North Queensland farmer who watched his entire crop wiped out by cyclonic winds in March says it's time to consider a national compensation scheme for growers.

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From tomorrow, anyone over the age of 16 living in country South Australia will be able to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Teenagers to get access to COVID-19 vaccines in regional SA

From tomorrow, anyone over the age of 16 living in country South Australia will be able to get a COVID-19 vaccine.

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Ryanair plane: Western powers voice outrage at plane 'hijacking'

The EU and the US consider sanctions after Belarus forced a plane carrying a journalist to land.

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India records 300,000 Covid deaths as pandemic rages

India took less than a month to record its last 100,000 deaths but experts warn the toll is much higher.

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Whitehaven Coal's plan to extend its Narrabri underground mine hits a hurdle due to concerns about the project's potential impact on groundwater supplies in the area. Miner's 'counterintuitive' water modelling in the spotlight

Whitehaven Coal's plan to extend its Narrabri underground mine hits a hurdle due to concerns about the project's potential impact on groundwater supplies in the area.

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A regional NSW family, expecting their third child, are funding a rental subsidy from their own pocket to entice a new obstetrician to the region. Expectant family personally offers rental subsidy in hopes of finding an obstetrician for town

A regional NSW family, expecting their third child, are funding a rental subsidy from their own pocket to entice a new obstetrician to the region.

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Children speak of sickness and neglect in US asylum camps

The BBC has uncovered allegations of cold temperatures, sickness, neglect, lice and filth, through a series of interviews with children and staff at US detention camps for children.

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US PGA Championship: Phil Mickelson becomes oldest major winner with sixth title

Phil Mickelson becomes the oldest man to win a major as he claims the US PGA Championship to win a sixth major title.

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Germany's quiet Catholic rebellion on gay blessings and women preachers

German Catholics challenge the Vatican's conservative teaching on gay blessings and female preachers.

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Eritrea viewpoint: I fought for independence but I'm still waiting for freedom

As Eritrea marks 30 years of independence from Ethiopia, a former fighter reflects on what has been achieved.

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Farmers across the globe are producing more food and better ecosystems with some help from a sought-after TAFE course in Albury. From the Amazon to Asia, Aussie permaculture is gaining momentum

Farmers across the globe are producing more food and better ecosystems with some help from a sought-after TAFE course in Albury.

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A small island in the Gulf of Carpentaria has made moves to control its horse population and improve the employment prospects of its young people. Harnessing young people's love of horses aims to solve two problems in one

A small island in the Gulf of Carpentaria has made moves to control its horse population and improve the employment prospects of its young people.

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Mount Nyiragongo: Volcanic eruption in DR Congo leaves people homeless

People are telling of their fears after a volcano erupted in DR Congo, sending lava towards homes.

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Belarus 'diverts Ryanair flight to arrest journalist', says opposition

A flight from Greece to Lithuania lands in Minsk, reportedly because of a bomb scare.

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ICYMI: Eiffel Tower art and a new plane fuel

From Eiffel Tower art to cooking-oil plane fuel, here are some stories you might have missed this week.

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Indian Olympic wrestler Sushil Kumar arrested in murder case

Sushil Kumar is accused of being involved in the murder of fellow wrestler Sagar Dhankhar.

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Eight dead after cable car falls in Italy

At least eight killed after cable car falls near Lake Maggiore in northern Italy, rescuers say

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Israel-Gaza: A conflict on pause as both sides claim victory

Morale among supporters of Gaza's armed groups remains intact after the 11-day conflict with Israel.

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Damiano David: Eurovision winner denies taking drugs

The lead singer of winning Italian band Måneskin denies taking cocaine after online claims.

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Mount Nyiragongo: Lava destroys houses after DR Congo volcano erupts

Thousands of people have fled their homes after fountains of lava burst from the Mount Nyiragongo.

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More than 1,000 flock to the tiny outback Queensland town of Thargomindah this weekend for the annual shearing festival. 'Caravan parks are full': Crowds flock to outback Queensland shearing comp

More than 1,000 flock to the tiny outback Queensland town of Thargomindah this weekend for the annual shearing festival.

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Black fungus: India reports nearly 9,000 cases of rare infection

The normally rare infection has a 50% mortality rate, and is hitting recovering Covid-19 patients.

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Virgin Galactic rocket plane soars to edge of space

Sir Richard Branson's spaceplane completes the first of three key test flights above New Mexico.

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China race: Severe weather kills cross-country runners

At least 20 die as freezing rain and winds hit a cross-country race in a mountainous tourist site.

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Atletico edge Real Madrid to Spanish title

Atletico Madrid edge city rivals Real Madrid to the La Liga title in dramatic fashion by coming from behind to beat Real Valladolid in the final game.

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Two months ago, floodwater rapidly surrounded Ann Biasol's home and she feared she would lose her three beloved horses. Life is yet to return to normal, but her horses are alive and thriving and she feels very lucky. 'One more day, my horses would have drowned': Happy ending after heroic flood rescue

Two months ago, floodwater rapidly surrounded Ann Biasol's home and she feared she would lose her three beloved horses. Life is yet to return to normal, but her horses are alive and thriving and she feels very lucky.

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One of the nation's most productive swine sperm banks is taking extra steps to protect itself against a virus that has been labelled "COVID for pigs". How 'hotel quarantine' for sperm-donor pigs could help stave off deadly virus

One of the nation's most productive swine sperm banks is taking extra steps to protect itself against a virus that has been labelled "COVID for pigs".

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Does a $75m settlement make up for three decades in prison?

Two brothers have received a $75m payout over their wrongful 1983 murder conviction.

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Koori Mail: Thirty years of reporting on Aboriginal Australia

The Koori Mail, Australia's only fully Indigenous-owned and managed newspaper, is turning 30.

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Indian tribal area had oxygen while cities gasped

The poor district of Nandurbar was prepared for a deadly second wave - unlike the rest of India.

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Forgotten Cyprus hero who eradicated island's malaria

Mehmet Aziz was behind one of Cyprus's most important recent achievements but few have heard of him.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'woodland walk'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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Italy wins Eurovision: 'Rock and roll never dies'

Italy's Måneskin have won the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 with their entry, Zitti e Buoni.

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Israel-Palestinian conflict: Eyes on peace options as Gaza truce holds

Mediators try to cement the truce, as Israel and Palestinian militants take stock of an 11-day conflict.

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Bayern Munich 5-2 Augsburg: Robert Lewandowski breaks goalscoring record

Robert Lewandowski scores in the final minute of the season for Bayern Munich to break Gerd Muller's 49-year record of goals in a Bundesliga campaign.

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Princess Latifa: Dubai photo appears to show missing woman

The Emirati princess has been imprisoned in Dubai since she tried to escape in 2018.

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Covid: India tells social media firms to remove 'India variant' from content

Platforms are told to take down all content that refers to an "Indian variant" of the coronavirus.

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French army chief says UN report into air strike was biased

Gen Lecointre says he believes Europe will still be fighting jihadism in the Sahel in 10 years time.

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China's Zhurong rover takes first drive on Mars

China is now the second country after the US to operate a rover on the Red Planet.

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Myanmar coup: Junta head claims Aung San Suu Kyi 'in good health'

Min Aung Hlaing makes the claim in his first interview since seizing power in February.

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Covid: Argentina starts new lockdown as cases soar

The country that endured one of the world's longest quarantines is back under restrictions.

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Salmonella: CDC urges Americans not to kiss chickens amid outbreak

The US public health agency asks people to be careful around live poultry after a multi-state outbreak.

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The seat of the Upper Hunter is a must win for both major parties but it's a complex seat where mining and agriculture often go head to head and voters' priorities are some of the most diverse in the state. Follow our live blog for rolling updates as polls close and votes are counted. Live: Voting in critical Upper Hunter by-election draws to a close

The seat of the Upper Hunter is a must win for both major parties but it's a complex seat where mining and agriculture often go head to head and voters' priorities are some of the most diverse in the state. Follow our live blog for rolling updates as polls close and votes are counted.

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Coronavirus: How Covid-19 crushed India's healthcare systems

Experts say Covid-19 has exposed the inadequacies of India's healthcare infrastructure.

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Hire car companies offloaded their fleets when the pandemic hit last year, leaving frustrated tourists without wheels. To tackle the problem, the Tasmanian government will offer private car owners a $1,000 incentive to rent their vehicles to visitors. Would you rent your personal car to a tourist? What if there was a $1,000 incentive?

Hire car companies offloaded their fleets when the pandemic hit last year, leaving frustrated tourists without wheels. To tackle the problem, the Tasmanian government will offer private car owners a $1,000 incentive to rent their vehicles to visitors.

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Air India cyber-attack: Data of millions of customers compromised

Passport details, ticket information and credit card data were compromised in the February attack.

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Einstein handwritten letter with E=mc2 equation auctioned

The rare example of the equation in Einstein's handwriting sells for $1.2m, much more than expected.

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Prison guards spared jail time in Epstein suicide plea deal

The two prison workers fabricated log entries to make it seem like they checked on Epstein.

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One Queensland school hasn't had a stable drinking water supply for almost 50 years, and its oval is so hard and dry it's not safe. But fixing the issue is creating a real dust-up. Cruz, Brooke and Ari have never played on their school oval, but they'd like to

One Queensland school hasn't had a stable drinking water supply for almost 50 years, and its oval is so hard and dry it's not safe. But fixing the issue is creating a real dust-up.

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Myanmar: The small embattled town that stood up to the army

Mindat put up tenacious resistance to the Burmese army but is now in desperate need of help.

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Champion horse mystery in the Gulf angers Poles

A horse deal gone sour underlines problems bedevilling a world-famous Polish stud farm.

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A Japanese composer, a Burkina Faso story-teller and a Congolese rapper make an opera

Japanese composer Keiko Fujiie and Burkina Faso griot Maboudou Sanou helm an ambitious new opera.

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Tennessee cops mocked dying man's plea: 'I can't breathe'

"Help me," pleaded William Jennette as officers restrained him, "they're going to kill me."

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George Floyd death: How US police are trying to win back trust

A year after George Floyd's death, it's not just civilians who'll be reflecting on what happened.

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'A meme that almost made me quit my family WhatsApp group'

Some Indians are sharing dark humour memes inspired by the pandemic - and occasionally offending cousins in the diaspora.

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Amazon in pictures: Sebastião Salgado's last frontier

Photographer Sebastião Salgado captured images of the Amazon's forest, rivers, and tribes.

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Gaza-Israel conflict in pictures: 11 days of destruction

People in Gaza and Israel assess the damage to their homes and cities after 11 days of fighting.

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Palestinians and Israelis react to ceasefire

Whilst Palestinians took to the streets to celebrate, reaction from Israelis was more subdued.

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Israel-Gaza: How children on both sides experienced the conflict

The BBC talks to children on both sides of the Israel-Gaza conflict about their experiences.

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Alabama overturns decades-old ban on yoga in schools

Yoga, banned in Alabama public schools since 1993, can be taught again - but with some restrictions.

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The beauty YouTuber who's hosting Eurovision

Nikkie de Jager is Eurovision's first transgender host, telling Newsbeat it's "a dream come true".

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Dave Bautista swaps Guardians of the Galaxy for wrestling zombies

Dave Bautista, of Guardians of the Galaxy and WWE fame, leads the charge against a city of zombies in his latest movie

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France's 18-year-olds given €300 culture pass

French teens can use the funds for cinema tickets, musical instruments or to buy books and videos.

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El Salvador: Remains of 24 people found in ex-policeman's garden

Officials in El Salvador believe the mass grave may contain up to 40 bodies, mostly of women or girls.

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Critically ill Covid-19 patients 'more likely' to die in Africa

There is a shortage of specialised staff and equipment such as oxygen monitors, researchers find.

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Coronavirus: Spain to lift restrictions for UK and Japanese travellers

UK tourists will be free to enter the country without a negative Covid-19 PCR test from Monday.

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Copa America games moved amid Colombia protests

Colombia will no longer co-host the 2021 Copa America tournament with Argentina after a series of protests in the country.

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Tarun Tejpal: Indian former editor cleared of raping colleague

Tarun Tejpal had denied allegations that he raped a female colleague in a hotel elevator in 2013.

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Japan bullet train driver leaves cockpit for loo break

The Japanese man may be punished for leaving the controls in the hands of an untrained conductor.

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School Strike 4 Climate: Thousands join Australia protest

Thousands of students attend rallies across the country to demand more action on climate change.

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WeWork reports loss of nearly $2.1bn ahead of stock market debut

The troubled office-sharing startup's business was hit particularly hard by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Some Western Australian businesses are commencing drug testing in response to the state's new workplace safety laws, and it's making their hiring difficulties worse. Employers' hiring troubles made worse by mandatory drug testing policy

Some Western Australian businesses are commencing drug testing in response to the state's new workplace safety laws, and it's making their hiring difficulties worse.

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The problem of feral deer in Tasmania is reaching a level where the government is being warned the animals could soon cause "significant damage" in Wilderness World Heritage areas — while near urban areas, the options of human sedatives and nets has again been raised. Sedatives, nets considered as deer problem threatens wilderness

The problem of feral deer in Tasmania is reaching a level where the government is being warned the animals could soon cause "significant damage" in Wilderness World Heritage areas — while near urban areas, the options of human sedatives and nets has again been raised.

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Biden signs law to tackle anti-Asian hate crimes

President Biden signs a bipartisan law to "stop the hatred and the bias" against Asian Americans.

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Israeli-Palestinian ceasefire comes into effect

The ceasefire brings to an end 11 days of bombardment in which more than 240 people have died.

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Covid: Why has Seychelles seen rising case numbers?

It's the most vaccinated country in the world, but infections have risen in the island nation.

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Covid: Australia's vaccine hesitancy worries medical experts

Medical experts are concerned that low Covid infection rates may be leading to complacency.

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Sri Lanka: Covid increases China influence in India's backyard

As India struggles to deal with the virus, China steps in to help its neighbours like Sri Lanka.

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Eurovision: TIX, Tourettes and mental health

Norway's Eurovision entry has come to this years competition with more than music on the agenda.

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Black fungus: Call to declare epidemic in Indian states

The health authorities ask states to declare an epidemic after a normally rare infection surges.

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Belgian national park shut in hunt for far-right soldier

The manhunt for the heavily armed weapons trainer continues in a vast area near the Dutch border.

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Carrefour in Kenya: The true price of the discounts

The French retailer has expanded massively in Kenya but a tribunal has found it guilty of unfair practices.

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Ceuta migrants: The photos that captured Spain's attention

A photo of a volunteer comforting a migrant in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta goes viral.

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German officer who posed as Syrian refugee in terror trial

Caught leading a double life, Lt Franco A denies planning far-right attacks on politicians.

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Farewell (again) to Microsoft's Internet Explorer

Microsoft has set a deadline for retiring its legacy web browser from consumer versions of Windows 10.

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Nicolas Sarkozy: Ex-president goes on trial for illegal campaign funding

He is accused of illegally overspending by millions of euros on his failed 2012 re-election campaign.

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Friends: 7 things the trailer reveals about the reunion

Including guest stars, emotional moments, set visits, table reads and Phoebe's singing.

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Climate change: EU official backs German Greens on curbing flights

The Greens' leader - a strong candidate for chancellor - wants to ban short-haul flights.

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Queensland offers cash bonus to attract tourism workers

The offer is open to people in Australia who want to come and work in Queensland.

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Australia's biggest beef producer has posted an operating profit of $24.4 million – or $17.7m, excluding JobKeeper – but there won't be a dividend for shareholders. 12 months ago AACo needed JobKeeper — now it's posted a profit

Australia's biggest beef producer has posted an operating profit of $24.4 million – or $17.7m, excluding JobKeeper – but there won't be a dividend for shareholders.

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ByteDance: TikTok's co-founder to step down as chief executive

The hugely popular short-video app was regularly criticised by former President Donald Trump.

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Qantas accelerates cost cuts as $1.5bn loss looms

The Australian flag carrier also said its debts had peaked as domestic travel returns to near-normal.

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Four beheaded in Guatemala prison riot, police say

At least four prisoners are beheaded during a fight between rival gangs at a jail in Quetzaltenango.

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A popular low-cost campground south of Adelaide could be under threat with the local council seeking advice on a legal letter it received pushing for it to be closed. Campsite popular with influencers at risk of closure after legal push

A popular low-cost campground south of Adelaide could be under threat with the local council seeking advice on a legal letter it received pushing for it to be closed.

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In a bid to reduce reliance on imported food, Christmas Island's only farm hopes to produce 3 tonnes of fruit and vegetables per week. Christmas Island's only farm aims to solve food security issue

In a bid to reduce reliance on imported food, Christmas Island's only farm hopes to produce 3 tonnes of fruit and vegetables per week. 

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Israel-Gaza: Hamas official predicts ceasefire 'within a day or two'

A Hamas official talks of a ceasefire "within a day or two", but firing from both sides continue.

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Republicans defy Trump to back Capitol riot probe

Thirty-five Republicans sided with Democrats in the House of Representatives to set up a commission.

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US v Canada: Who won the vaccine rollout?

The BBC's Ritu Prasad and Holly Honderich discuss the Covid-19 vaccine rollout in their respective countries.

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Breast implant scandal compensation ruling due

Thousands of women given substandard implants should finally find out if they will receive compensation.

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Russia flexes muscles in challenge for Arctic control

Russia vows to protect its interests from a remote outpost as global warming opens up the Arctic.

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'His death is a catastrophe': Gaza doctors mourn specialist killed in air strike

Dr Ayman Abu al-Ouf and 12 members of his family were killed in an Israeli raid on Sunday.

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Covid-19: What went wrong in Singapore and Taiwan?

They were once hailed as success stories, but both places are now seeing a steep rise in virus cases.

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On top of Indonesia's concern about COVID-19 potentially coming into the country on boxes, the pandemic in India has created serious issues in the supply chain. Frozen buffalo meat trade between India, Indonesia halted over COVID-19 concerns

On top of Indonesia's concern about COVID-19 potentially coming into the country on boxes, the pandemic in India has created serious issues in the supply chain. 

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Amphotericin-B: Concern over 'black fungus' drug shortage as cases rise

The intravenous injection is in short supply as hospitals report a spike in cases.

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Indonesia: Climate change destroying world's oldest animal painting

Higher temperatures have accelerated build-up of salts, which causes the art to flake off the walls.

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Police are warning farmers to be on high alert, with the consumer watchdog already receiving more than 30 reports of farm machinery scams this year. Inspect before you buy: Fake machinery businesses scam farmers, with more than $330k in losses

Police are warning farmers to be on high alert, with the consumer watchdog already receiving more than 30 reports of farm machinery scams this year.

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Somerton man: Body exhumed in bid to solve Australian mystery

Investigators hope DNA advances will uncover clues as to the identity of the body found in the 1940s.

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Japan pulls controversial asylum seeker bill after criticism

Criticism of the bill was mounting after the death of a Sri Lankan refugee held in detention.

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Pelosi calls for China Winter Olympics boycott

The Speaker of the House said heads of state should not attend the Games due to human rights abuses.

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Covid: France to reopen bars and restaurants as lockdown eases

The country prepares for a phased reopening as daily Covid cases fall and vaccinations accelerate.

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An inquiry recommends a dedicated unit be established to support new dairy farmers in New South Wales. NSW dairy inquiry highlights challenges for young dairy farmers

An inquiry recommends a dedicated unit be established to support new dairy farmers in New South Wales.

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New York prosecutor says Trump inquiry now 'criminal'

A spokesman for the state's top prosecutor says the inquiry is "no longer purely civil".

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Google AI tool can help patients identify skin conditions

The tech giant says its "dermatology assist" tool can recognise 288 different skin ailments.

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A Mudgee winemaker uses a 6,000-year-old technique to turn grapes into shiraz in just a matter of months rather than years. Ancient winemaking technique turns shiraz into wine in just months

A Mudgee winemaker uses a 6,000-year-old technique to turn grapes into shiraz in just a matter of months rather than years.

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The Morgan Sawmill at Jamestown in mid-north SA is a family business that has been recently reliant on processing timber from the Adelaide Hills, but a recent tender process has changed things. Fear for 75 jobs in small SA town as sawmill fears closure if it can't get logs

The Morgan Sawmill at Jamestown in mid-north SA is a family business that has been recently reliant on processing timber from the Adelaide Hills, but a recent tender process has changed things. 

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Bravus, formerly Adani, deemed to have adequate measures in place to minimise erosion issues near major rail project, despite having potentially polluted a waterway. Mining company to be closely monitored following report into Carmichael Project's impact on waterway

Bravus, formerly Adani, deemed to have adequate measures in place to minimise erosion issues near major rail project, despite having potentially polluted a waterway.

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India's holiest river is swollen with Covid victims

Hundreds of corpses have been found floating in the Ganges or buried in the sand of its banks.

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Denmark and the Syrian refugees no longer welcome to stay

Denmark is criticised for becoming the first European country to revoke residence status for 200 people.

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Schalke's Bundesliga agony: Champions for four minutes & 38 seconds

On the final day of the Bundesliga season in May 2001, Schalke were champions for four minutes and 38 seconds. It was agony.

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Letter from Africa: The woman bucking the trend in Ghana to embrace her grey hair

Elizabeth Ohene has ditched the hair dye which keeps most people's hair black in Ghana.

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Graziers say construction of the Rookwood Weir dam — billed as a landmark project — has made their driest year even worse and forced some to reduce their herds. How construction of Rookwood Weir worsened graziers' driest year

Graziers say construction of the Rookwood Weir dam — billed as a landmark project — has made their driest year even worse and forced some to reduce their herds.

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The NSW government has applied for urgent approval to allow the use of a poison called bromadiolone on farms. So what is it, and should you be worried? 'The equivalent of napalming': NSW farmers promised bromadiolone to control mice plague

The NSW government has applied for urgent approval to allow the use of a poison called bromadiolone on farms. So what is it, and should you be worried?

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Six announcements from Google developer conference

Google's annual conference unveils their latest tech. Here's what we found interesting.

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Ezinma: How Beyoncé's violinist is tearing up the classical rulebook

The musician is pushing classical music forward with her fusion of orchestral music and trap beats.

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Under deadly attack French police demand better protection

Officers call for a tougher response to the violence they face after two were killed within a month.

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Ceuta: Spain sends troops as 6,000 migrants enter enclave

PM Pedro Sánchez vows to restore order as migrants wade and swim into Ceuta from Morocco.

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Andrew Brown: No charges for police who shot black motorist

The officers who fatally shot black motorist Andrew Brown will not face charges, prosecutors say.

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In pictures: Fear and mourning as Israel-Gaza violence rages on

Striking images capture the human cost of the fighting between Israel and Palestinian militants.

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SEG Plaza evacuation: Shaking China skyscraper sends shoppers fleeing

Local authorities do not yet know what caused the SEG Plaza in the city of Shenzhen to wobble.

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Migrants determined to enter Spain's Ceuta enclave: 'Either I'll die or I'll cross'

At least 5,000 migrants have reached Spain's Ceuta enclave from neighbouring Morocco, a record number over a single day, Spanish officials say.

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Lost village emerges from Italian lake

Repair works at a reservoir in Italy have revealed the remains of a village submerged for decades.

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Belarus raids top news site in widening crackdown

Major independent site Tut.by goes offline and its editor's home is raided.

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Amazon 'in talks to buy MGM Studios for $9bn'

The deal would give the e-commerce giant's streaming service a vast library of content.

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Argentina is one of the world's biggest beef exporters, but with an election looming and domestic prices on the rise, it's shutting down trade for 30 days in a move that is likely to have a significant global impact. Argentina puts snap ban on beef exports and China is going to feel it

Argentina is one of the world's biggest beef exporters, but with an election looming and domestic prices on the rise, it's shutting down trade for 30 days in a move that is likely to have a significant global impact.

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Just 20 firms behind more than half of single-use plastic waste - study

The study looked at approximately 1,000 factories that make the raw materials for single-use products.

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More than a billion sparrows in the world, study finds

At least 50 billion individual wild birds are on the planet, including 1.6 billion house sparrows, scientists say.

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The closure of the St Lawrence home at Harden forced 35 residents — many with dementia — to leave. Now a new provider has announced it will take over the site. Months after shock closure, aged care home will reopen

The closure of the St Lawrence home at Harden forced 35 residents — many with dementia — to leave. Now a new provider has announced it will take over the site.

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The woman trailblazer set to take the reins in Samoa

For the first time ever, a Samoa election was tightly contested - and it's a woman who came out top.

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Galapagos Islands: Erosion fells Darwin's Arch

The famous rock formation has collapsed due to natural erosion, Ecuador's environment ministry says.

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GrainCorp celebrates exporting its millionth tonne of grain through the Port of Newcastle. NSW grain exports going gangbusters

GrainCorp celebrates exporting its millionth tonne of grain through the Port of Newcastle.

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Pfizer vaccine can now be stored in fridge for longer, EU drug regulator says

The European Medicines Agency ruling could help the EU's Covid vaccine rollout.

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Israel-Gaza violence: Joe Biden calls for ceasefire

The US president spoke with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu as violence continues.

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Gaza-Israel conflict: Israel defends strategy as death toll mounts

A ferocious bombardment aims to hobble Hamas's capabilities, but civilians are also in harm's way.

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After almost 20 months stuck in Australia, seasonal worker Helder Dias Ferreira finally heads home to family. Timor-Leste workers head home after 19 months stuck in Australia

After almost 20 months stuck in Australia, seasonal worker Helder Dias Ferreira finally heads home to family. 

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Should encryption be curbed to combat child abuse?

Cyber-security experts, tech firms and lawyers weigh in on the end-to-end encryption debate.

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Covid in India: Tracing a family’s fight to save a father

Covid has overrun India's hospitals, leaving many fighting to find treatment for sick relatives.

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Job Maseko: The South African WW2 hero who didn't get a Victoria Cross

Job Maseko blew up a German ship but his bravery was not properly recognised because he was black, campaigners say.

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How US police training compares with the rest of the world

Amid calls to improve training in the US, we examine how it compares with other developed countries.

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Israel-Gaza violence: Calls to protect civilians as conflict endures

The UN, US and UK are among those making pleas for people caught in continuing, intense violence.

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Ethiopia election: Fears over new delay

The prime minister promises the election will be held soon, and will be free and fair.

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Bill Gates left Microsoft amid affair investigation

Microsoft has said that it investigated Mr Gates' attempt in 2000 "to initiate an intimate relationship".

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Myanmar election: No evidence fraud in 2020 vote, observers say

Conclusion contradicts claim by the military, which argues February coup was justified by voter fraud.

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Rapper J Cole scores on Basketball Africa debut

Coach Alan Major says he is proud of US rapper J Cole as he makes his debut for Rwandan side Patriots in the Basketball Africa League.

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MTV Movie & TV Awards 2021: WandaVision wins big

The Disney+ Marvel hit collected four awards including best show at the in-person Hollywood event.

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Chile constitution: Sweeping changes possible as independents win

The right-wing government fails to win a third of the seats and will struggle to stop major changes.

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Israeli air strikes bombard Gaza Strip

Israeli aircraft carried out dozens more air strikes on Gaza as fighting enters its second week.

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Train derails and explodes into flames

The freight train was carrying highly flammable fertiliser and nearby residents have been evacuated.

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Belgian ambassador's wife claims diplomatic immunity over Seoul slap

The wife of Belgium's ambassador to South Korea is seen slapping a shop worker in CCTV footage.

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Australia crocodile: Skull identified as part of new extinct species

An eight-million-year-old skull found in 2009 is now believed part of an undiscovered reptile.

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Thailand: Record number of Covid cases as prison clusters grow

The country last week admitted there were growing virus clusters in two jails outside Bangkok.

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A viral disease that decimated the abalone industry in 2006 is proving worrisome, with more affected clusters found at two reefs west of Portland. 'A kick in the guts': More dead and diseased abalone found

A viral disease that decimated the abalone industry in 2006 is proving worrisome, with more affected clusters found at two reefs west of Portland.

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Long working hours killing 745,000 people a year, study finds

The World Health Organization says the trend may worsen due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Cyclone Tauktae: Covid-battered India braces for storm

Cyclone Tauktae is believed to be the strongest storm to hit the western state of Gujarat since 1988.

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Women's Champions League final: Chelsea 0-4 Barcelona

Chelsea concede four goals in the first 36 minutes as Barcelona blow them away to win the Women's Champions League final.

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US general reflects on Afghanistan departure

General Scott Miller tells the BBC support to Afghan forces will continue ahead of the Nato pull-out.

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Colin Hickey loves to watch the magpies in his backyard, but he's worried after finding five dead in a week. Concern native birds are being poisoned as residents bait homes against rising mice numbers

Colin Hickey loves to watch the magpies in his backyard, but he's worried after finding five dead in a week.

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SA Police says the 53-year-old Munno Para West man, hit at the Ingham's chicken production and processing plant on Burton Road about 8:20am today, died at the scene. Man hit by semi-trailer at poultry plant in Adelaide's northern suburbs dies

SA Police says the 53-year-old Munno Para West man, hit at the Ingham's chicken production and processing plant on Burton Road about 8:20am today, died at the scene.

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AT&T nearing $150bn Discovery streaming merger: Reports

A deal could see Harry Potter-maker Warner Bros. and Discovery's lifestyle channels under the same owner.

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IPL: Australian cricketers caught by India ban fly home

It comes as the government faces fresh criticism for failing to support Australians stranded in India.

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Israel Gaza conflict: Gazan officials say Sunday was 'deadliest day'

Gazan officials say 42 were killed, as the UN head calls for an end to "utterly appalling" violence.

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India's Covid crisis hits Covax vaccine-sharing scheme

The largest single supplier to the international Covax scheme has made no shipments since March.

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The aftermath of the 2019 Cobraball bushfires is still being felt across the Livingstone Shire and locals remain apprehensive as a dry winter season approaches. Cobraball community learns how to reduce fuel load to prevent repeat of devastating bushfires

The aftermath of the 2019 Cobraball bushfires is still being felt across the Livingstone Shire and locals remain apprehensive as a dry winter season approaches. 

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Israel Gaza conflict: Homes and buildings destroyed in Sderot and Gaza City

Rocket attacks on Israel and air strikes on Gaza have continued, turning homes on both sides to rubble.

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Cyber-crime: Irish health system targeted twice by hackers

Department of Health confirms its IT systems was hit by a ransomware attack last Thursday.

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Dr Mara Hickey has dedicated her life to helping sick animals. Now she and her colleagues need help to address the mental health crisis that's casting a shadow over the veterinary industry. Veterinary workers are four times more likely to commit suicide. Here's why

Dr Mara Hickey has dedicated her life to helping sick animals. Now she and her colleagues need help to address the mental health crisis that's casting a shadow over the veterinary industry. 

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After 12 months of the trade war, Australian farmers and miners are warned that relations with China may not normalise — but many have already started to find success in new markets. China dream 'over' as Australian producers face up to new world trade order

After 12 months of the trade war, Australian farmers and miners are warned that relations with China may not normalise — but many have already started to find success in new markets.

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Two killed as seats collapse at synagogue in West Bank

The structure at a partially built synagogue near Jerusalem had been packed for a religious festival.

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Israeli PM Netanyahu defends Gaza press building bombing

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu says destroying a high-rise block in Gaza on Saturday was justified.

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Covid: Taiwan orders toughest curbs amid infections spike

Cinemas and entertainment venues are shutting down, and limits on public gatherings are tightened.

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John Kerry: US climate envoy criticised for optimism on clean tech

John Kerry told the BBC technologies that don't yet exist will play a huge role in stabilising the climate.

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Myanmar military take rebel town of Mindat, Chinland

Anti-military activists in the town armed themselves following protests against the February coup.

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John Kerry: 50% carbon emission cuts to come from technology 'we don't yet have'

The US climate envoy says half of reductions to reach net zero will come from technology "we don't yet have".

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Driving Japan's first bullet trains

The world's fastest ever train was launched in Japan in 1964.

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ICYMI: DJ set in the clouds and Harry Potter in NYC

Here's some news from this week that you might have missed.

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In 25 years of living in Murrumbateman, Dan and Jenny have never seen so many mice around their home. To make matters worse, baits and traps are in short supply. Mice are moving into homes and sheds across the Canberra region, much to the dismay of locals

In 25 years of living in Murrumbateman, Dan and Jenny have never seen so many mice around their home. To make matters worse, baits and traps are in short supply. 

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No alternative to vaccine passports, says Dubai airport boss

Dubai is the world's busiest airport and its boss says vaccine passports will get us flying again.

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The mid-air walkways saving endangered animals

Conservationists have built an ingenious system to help the endangered Javan slow loris.

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Torlonia marbles: 'The priceless statues I saw covered in dust and dirt'

For years a priceless sculpture collection lay hidden behind a door on the staircase leading to David Willey's flat.

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Israel-Gaza: What the law says about the fighting

Are Hamas and Israel acting within international law?

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Covid economy: What economists got right (and wrong)

A year ago, the US economy tanked. Will it return to normal once the pandemic is over?

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Africa's lost languages: How English can fuel an identity crisis

The far-reaching repercussions of African students forgetting their mother tongues.

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Israel-Palestinian conflict: False and misleading claims fact-checked

We examine false and misleading claims from both sides that have been shared widely on social media.

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How do you convince people to have babies?

As China and the US look set to shrink in population, what can they do to encourage people to procreate?

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India Covid-19: The 'tuk-tuk ambulance' helping patients

A tuk-tuk driver in India's capital, Delhi, is running a free ambulance service for Covid patients.

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Hvaldimir: Seeking sanctuary for whale dubbed a Russian spy

A campaign to protect a mysterious beluga whale near Norway is gathering pace - but will it work?

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Israel Gaza conflict: Biden calls leaders amid escalating violence

The US president makes diplomatic calls after a sixth day of violence in the region.

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Leading conservatives Raisi and Larijani enter Iran presidential race

Judiciary chief Ebrahim Raisi and ex-parliamentary speaker Ali Larijani register for the June vote.

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It doesn't matter who you are or where you live: Mark is making videos about the day-to-day life on his farm for you, so you can make choices that align with your values in the supermarket. Mark wants to help you understand what farmers actually do. Here's why you should pay attention

It doesn't matter who you are or where you live: Mark is making videos about the day-to-day life on his farm for you, so you can make choices that align with your values in the supermarket.

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How Israel's Iron Dome missile shield works

The Israeli military says the Iron Dome is intercepting about 90% of the rockets fired from Gaza.

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Hong Kong's Ray Cordeiro, 'world's most durable DJ', retires at 96

"Well that's it," says Ray Cordeiro in his final radio show, after more than 70 years in broadcasting.

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Gaza tower containing media offices collapses after Israeli strike

A warning was given before the tower block, which housed news outlets, was destroyed.

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Cranes: Flying giant returning to Ireland after 300 years

A pair of cranes are nesting on a rewetted peat bog in the Republic of Ireland's midlands.

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DR Congo Eid violence: Court hands down death sentences

Rival Muslim groups clashed over who should lead end-of-Ramadan celebrations, killing one policeman.

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Eurovision 2021: Tusse - from child refugee to Swedish pop star

"It's a huge honour for me... It's like the biggest thank you I can give," says Sweden's act Tusse.

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Australia's oldest surviving irrigation settlement is paving the way in global water stewardship, helping to restore the environment it once drew from so heavily with past irrigation practices. Renmark Irrigation Trust flowing into future with environmental sustainability at front of mind

Australia's oldest surviving irrigation settlement is paving the way in global water stewardship, helping to restore the environment it once drew from so heavily with past irrigation practices. 

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Covid: First Australian repatriation flight from India lands in Darwin

Many of the intended passengers on the repatriation flight were barred after positive Covid tests.

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China Zhurong rover: Spacecraft successfully lands on Mars

An animation shows how the six-wheeled Zhurong rover touched down on the Red Planet.

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Israel Gaza violence: US envoy arrives for de-escalation talks

Appeals to Israeli and Palestinian leaders for calm have so far failed to produce a ceasefire agreement.

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A global construction boom has sent the price of building-related commodities soaring, with timber and iron ore hitting record prices this week. Steel and timber prices are through the roof, but what does it mean for home builders?

A global construction boom has sent the price of building-related commodities soaring, with timber and iron ore hitting record prices this week.

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Biden revokes Trump order to punish statue vandals

Also scrapped is a Trump plan for a sculpture garden to US heroes, such as Whitney Houston.

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Israeli-Palestinian conflict gives Biden foreign policy headache

The US president and his aides wish to avoid being drawn into this graveyard of US-led peace initiatives.

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China lands its Zhurong rover on Mars

The six-wheeled robot has made the hazardous descent to the surface of the Red Planet, China announces.

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White House vows probe into migrant children kept on buses

In at least one case a child was kept on a coach for four days, waiting to join his family.

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Tokyo Olympics: Why doesn't Japan cancel the Games?

Current polls in Japan show nearly 70% of the population do not want the Olympics to go ahead.

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TikTok: How Israeli-Palestinian conflict plays out on social media

As fighting escalates, the social network has become a platform for airing grievances.

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Lourdes: Pilgrims flock to French sanctuary online in their millions

With travel limited, millions are joining e-pilgrimages to a cave famed for its miraculous healings.

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Chile indigenous: Time to make our voices heard

Members of indigenous groups in Chile will be represented in the constitutional convention.

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Holocaust: Synagogue opens at Nazi massacre site in Ukraine

The building is part of a new memorial at Babyn Yar, a site where nearly 34,000 Jews were murdered.

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Eid in Senegal: Pictures of Dakar's Korité fashion

Men and women often get new clothes specially made for Korité - the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.

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Covid: Greece ends lockdown measures and opens to tourists

Flights arrive in Greece as restrictions on movement are lifted, but infections are still quite high.

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Covid cases mean Australia repatriation flight from India not full

Dozens of citizens are understood to have tested positive ahead of the first flight home from Delhi.

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Kenya's BBI blocked in scathing court verdict for President Kenyatta

President Kenyatta's plan to change the constitution is blocked after the court said it was illegal.

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Lottery jackpot 'winner' says she destroyed $26m ticket in laundry wash

A woman who claims she bought the winning California Lottery ticket says she put it in the laundry.

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Irish health service hit by cyber attack

The Health Service Executive in Ireland temporarily shuts down its IT system after a "significant ransomware attack".

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Is Bitcoin bad for the environment?

The BBC's Ros Atkins looks into Bitcoin's affect on the environment after Tesla suspended vehicle purchases using Bitcoin due to climate change concerns.

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US fuel pipeline 'paid hackers $5m in ransom'

Reports say Colonial Pipeline paid cyber-criminal gang DarkSide a ransom to prevent a data leak.

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Lebanon: Karpowership shuts down electricity supply

Turkish firm Karpowership shuts down its generators over a lack of payment and a legal dispute.

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Israel-Gaza violence: Rockets and shelling continue

Israel continues bombardment of Gaza in response to more rocket attacks from the Hamas-run enclave.

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An application to rebuild the Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island is given the green light by the SA government more than a year after the luxury resort was destroyed — but the project still faces major hurdles. Luxury lodge destroyed by Kangaroo Island bushfire approved for rebuild

An application to rebuild the Southern Ocean Lodge on Kangaroo Island is given the green light by the SA government more than a year after the luxury resort was destroyed — but the project still faces major hurdles.

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Israel intensifies attacks in Gaza as conflict enters fifth day

More than 100 people have been killed in Gaza and seven have died in Israel since Monday.

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A shearing contractor has been fined $16,500 over a 2017 incident, where roustabout Casey Barnes was scalped in a horrific workplace accident north of Dubbo, when her hair became entangled in an overhead shaft. Contractor fined $16,500 after shearer scalped in rural NSW

A shearing contractor has been fined $16,500 over a 2017 incident, where roustabout Casey Barnes was scalped in a horrific workplace accident north of Dubbo, when her hair became entangled in an overhead shaft.

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The NSW water regulator alleges "willful and reckless" water theft by irrigators. NSW irrigators face fines totalling millions over alleged water theft

The NSW water regulator alleges "willful and reckless" water theft by irrigators.

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Marjorie Taylor Greene accused of 'verbal assault' on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene reportedly shouted at the Democrat in a Capitol Hill corridor

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Paris seeks to ban through traffic in city centre by 2022

The council wants to create a low-traffic zone to reduce pollution and congestion.

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Israel-Gaza: Conflict stalls Arab-Israeli rapprochement

The violent flare-up comes months after some Arab nations normalised relations with Israel.

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'We cannot sleep': Mothers caught in the Israel-Gaza conflict

Mothers in Israel and Gaza tell the BBC they are terrified for their families as fighting escalates.

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How India's vaccine drive went horribly wrong

A botched-up plan for procuring jabs has dried up stocks and sent prices soaring on the private market.

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Jeff Bezos and the secretive world of superyachts

The world's richest man will reportedly set sail next month on one of the largest superyachts ever built.

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'I have no food': What it's like to live inside Cambodia's Covid red zone

An estimated 120,000 people live in red zones in Phnom Penh, where they say food and help, is scarce.

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Colombia protesters: 'We're not scared anymore'

Protests in Colombia are in their third week with demonstrators saying they plan to carry on.

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WE Charity: Trudeau cleared of ethics wrongdoing in political scandal

Mr Trudeau said the watchdog report had confirmed what he had 'said from the beginning'.

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Russia picks team for film shot on International Space Station

An actress and director will blast off in October - but Tom Cruise also plans to visit the ISS.

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Woman gives birth in Kyiv metro underpass

Police in Ukraine helped a woman who went into labour in a metro underpass in the capital Kyiv.

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Kenya MP Moses Kuria admits taking $1,000 parliamentary bribe

Moses Kuria's claim has been denied but the politician says such inducements are commonplace.

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Amazon set to hire 75,000 workers in US and Canada

The online retail giant is hiring extra staff to meet growing demand as the pandemic continues.

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Film studio sorry for dubbing Laverne Cox's voice with a man

Laverne Cox's character in Oscar-winning film Promising Young Woman was dubbed by a man in Italy.

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Israel-Gaza: Tensions high as violence continues

Israeli ground troops are massing on the border with Gaza after more violence.

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Alireza: Alleged killing of Iranian gay man sparks outcry

Ali Fazeli Monfared, known as Alireza, is said to have been murdered last week.

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Colombia protests: Shortages in Cali as demonstrations rumble on

With protesters blockading key roads into Cali, residents are struggling to access essential items.

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Eid 2021: Muslims celebrate the end of Ramadan

Millions of worshippers are celebrating Eid al-Fitr, one of the biggest events in the Muslim calendar.

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Pierre-Charles Boudot: Top French jockey under investigation for rape

Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe winner Pierre-Charles Boudot has denied assaulting a woman in February.

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Israel-Gaza: Deaths mount as Israel-Gaza violence worsens

Civilians tell of their terror as rocket fire and airstrikes rain down in Gaza and Israel.

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Elisabetta Belloni: Italy appoints first female spy chief

"Woman of courage" Elisabetta Belloni is appointed head of Italy's secret services.

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Chrissy Teigen sorry for bullying Courtney Stodden on Twitter

TV personality Courtney Stodden accepts her apology but questions its sincerity.

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Champions League final moved to Porto and 12,000 Chelsea and Manchester City fans can attend

The Champions League final between Chelsea and Manchester City on 29 May is switched to Portugal from Turkey.

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Ellen DeGeneres reveals why she is ending her talk show

She tells viewers "my instinct told me it's time", but doesn't directly address the recent scandal.

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Israel: Jewish and Arab mobs spread violence

A Jewish mob assaults a man live on TV while Israeli Arabs attack a Jewish driver in Acre.

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Chinese county bans birthday parties in bid to be frugal

The rules only apply to all communist party members, civil servants and village organisation leaders.

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Sydney casinos to ban cash after money laundering scandal

It comes after an inquiry found evidence of criminal activity and money laundering at Australian casinos.

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Tesla will no longer accept bitcoin over climate concerns, says Musk

The initial decision made by Tesla in March to accept bitcoin caused an outcry from environmentalists.

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Covid vaccine: Ohio lottery offers residents shot at $1m

The US state's governor tries to boost flagging demand for jabs with government-funded cash prizes.

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A stand of rare and endangered northern sandalwood trees grows from 15 to 50 thanks to one landholder seeking them out, buying the property they are growing on, and encouraging them to grow. Landowner nurtures tree species back from brink of extinction in Victoria

A stand of rare and endangered northern sandalwood trees grows from 15 to 50 thanks to one landholder seeking them out, buying the property they are growing on, and encouraging them to grow.

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'Cocaine of the sea' threatens critically endangered vaquita

The vaquita marina in Mexico is threatened by a clash of interests between fishing and conservation.

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Taliban capture Afghan district ahead of Eid ceasefire

The Taliban have stepped up attacks on government forces, with US troops set to withdraw.

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Air France crash: Trial ordered for Airbus and airline over 2009 disaster

The Paris court ruling comes 12 years after flight AF447 crashed into the Atlantic killing 228 people.

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Spooky 'Finding Nemo' fish washes up on California beach

Anglerfish, which are known to lurk deep down on the seabed, very rarely wash up on land.

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Regional Victoria's aspiring learner drivers are now able to do their learner's permit test online, but there is a catch — the exam takes several hours to complete. Aspiring drivers get behind the keyboard before getting behind the wheel

Regional Victoria's aspiring learner drivers are now able to do their learner's permit test online, but there is a catch — the exam takes several hours to complete.

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Israel-Gaza: Fears of war as violence escalates

The barrage of Palestinian militant rockets and Israeli air strikes grows, in the worst violence in years.

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The Victorian Farmers Federation said the service was a vital one, and it was hoped there would be no reduction in counsellors. 'Most staff' to be retained under restructure of Sunraysia's Rural Financial Counselling Service

The Victorian Farmers Federation said the service was a vital one, and it was hoped there would be no reduction in counsellors.

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Israel-Gaza: How locals are reacting to the latest violence

Locals in Israel and Gaza terrified amid the worst flare-up in the conflict for years.

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How did a cyber-attack lead to long queues for petrol in the US?

How did a cyber attack lead to a shortage of petrol in the US?

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Caroline and Kel Henry operate south of Eden and have received about 470mm of rain since March, with fresh water putting their oysters at risk. Oyster farmers fear major stock losses after third flood event this year

Caroline and Kel Henry operate south of Eden and have received about 470mm of rain since March, with fresh water putting their oysters at risk.

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Hong Kong: Top cop caught in unlicensed massage parlour raid

The officer involved is allegedly the director of Hong Kong's National Security Department.

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Israel declares emergency in Lod as unrest spreads

Riots sweep Lod as unrest grows after days of fighting between Israel and Palestinian militants.

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Victorian farmers spend a huge amount of money on sowing this season's crop, but it won't germinate without rain. Crop sowing in Victoria a big gamble as Mallee farmers wait for rain

Victorian farmers spend a huge amount of money on sowing this season's crop, but it won't germinate without rain.

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The biggest rodeo in the southern hemisphere is held in Mount Isa, and stars Lee Kernaghan and Guy Sebastian will headline the event. Guy Sebastian to headline at Isa Rodeo as tourism to outback Queensland kickstarts

The biggest rodeo in the southern hemisphere is held in Mount Isa, and stars Lee Kernaghan and Guy Sebastian will headline the event.

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Liz Cheney faces vote to remove her from Republican leadership

In an impassioned speech on the eve of the vote, Ms Cheney trained her fire again on "liar" Mr Trump.

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Biodiversity: Throwing money at schemes ineffective - charity

Many internationally funded conservation schemes are underfunded and ineffective, researchers conclude.

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Donald Rabbitt was killed when he became trapped under heavy machinery in 2020. Now the mine operator has been charged in relation to his death. Mining company charged after man crushed to death at Queensland mine

Donald Rabbitt was killed when he became trapped under heavy machinery in 2020. Now the mine operator has been charged in relation to his death.

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Colorado gunman killed six at party 'as he was not invited'

The man who shot his girlfriend and five relatives at a birthday celebration had "control issues".

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How Italy's healthcare staff survived the pandemic

Nurses in Italy have been instrumental in helping to fight Covid-19 - but it's taken a heavy toll.

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President Biden's claims on the US economy fact-checked

The president is hailing his economic progress since he came to office. We look at some of his claims.

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Budget: Australia tries to win back women with childcare plan

The government's new budget targets women's health and childcare, but critics say more reform is needed.

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What are Eid and Ramadan and when are they?

Ramadan is one of the most important events in the Islamic calendar, but it's been affected by lockdown.

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As India halts vaccine exports, Nepal faces its own Covid crisis

The landlocked country, which relies on India for medical supplies, is seeing a dramatic rise in cases.

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The Zimbabwe bill that could outlaw 'unpatriotic acts'

Activists fear the proposed measure could limit the freedom to criticise the government.

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Bob Marley: 40th anniversary of the music pioneer's death

The reggae music legend died of cancer in 1981 aged just 36.

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Brazil Amazon: Deadly shootout as illegal miners enter indigenous land

Violence in Brazil's Amazon is increasing, with tens of thousands of illegal miners in protected areas.

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Rapper J Cole to play in Basketball Africa League

US rapper J Cole is set to sign for a Rwandan club ahead of the inaugural Basketball Africa League.

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The federal government hopes that by extending tax incentives, and spending big on soil management and biosecurity, it will help Australian farmers to recover from drought and the industry will be worth $100 billion by 2030. How rural and regional Australians will benefit from the budget

The federal government hopes that by extending tax incentives, and spending big on soil management and biosecurity, it will help Australian farmers to recover from drought and the industry will be worth $100 billion by 2030.

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Houston suspect arrested as pet tiger remains on the loose

A murder suspect is in custody but his pet tiger is still roaming the streets of a Houston suburb.

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NSW farmers call for a $25,000 government rebate to help pay for bait, as the plague puts winter crops in doubt and affects the mental health of those battling the pests. Worsening NSW mouse plague now an 'economic and public health crisis'

NSW farmers call for a $25,000 government rebate to help pay for bait, as the plague puts winter crops in doubt and affects the mental health of those battling the pests.

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Escape tunnel found at Australian detention centre

A refugee group claims the tunnel was close to breaching the site's outer perimeter.

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Eleven dead in shooting at Russian school

Children and a teacher have been killed in a shooting in the Russian city of Kazan, officials say.

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Forests the size of France regrown since 2000, study suggests

Conservation groups say naturally restored forests can help in the fight against climate change.

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WHO says India Covid variant of 'global concern'

The WHO says the B.1.617 mutation spreads more easily than other variants and requires further study.

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China: Census reveals slowest population growth in decades

The results add pressure on Beijing to boost measures for couples to have more babies.

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Myanmar: Journalists who fled coup face Thailand deportation

Five journalists and activists who fled Myanmar's violence are on trial for illegally entering Thailand.

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Ahmaud Arbery: US state of Georgia abolishes citizen's arrest law

Georgia becomes the first US state to make the move, which was spurred by a black man's shooting.

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Kate Spaulding works in a takeaway food store but her passion is foraging for wild foods, especially edible invasive weeds. And she wants others to try them. The 'invasivore': Why Kate wants to weed fast food out of our diets

Kate Spaulding works in a takeaway food store but her passion is foraging for wild foods, especially edible invasive weeds. And she wants others to try them.

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With international travel off the cards, domestic tourists are driving demand for Australian-made products that have long been emblematic of life in the bush. Strewth, sometimes it takes four months to get an Akubra hat

With international travel off the cards, domestic tourists are driving demand for Australian-made products that have long been emblematic of life in the bush.

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Biden denies benefits are holding back job-seekers

The US president rejects claims that unemployed Americans have less of an incentive to find work.

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Strait of Hormuz: US fires warning shots at Iranian boats in Gulf

The Pentagon accuses Iranian boats of acting "aggressively" near US vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Jerusalem violence: Deadly Israeli air strikes after Gaza rocket attacks

Tensions between Israel and the Palestinians heighten after spiralling in recent days.

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Pakistan prepares for Eid, rattled by India's second wave

As its neighbour succumbs to a devastating Covid crisis, fears rise in Pakistan in the run up to Eid.

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Biloela family: Locked up by Australia for three years

Two young girls and their asylum seeker parents remain in detention despite years of campaigning.

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Love Has Won: Family's grief at death of mummified cult leader

Police in Colorado say the body of Amy Carlson was mishandled, leaving her family appalled.

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The volunteers using 'honeypot' groups to fight anti-vax propaganda

Volunteers are busting anti-vaccine conspiracy theories with decoy Facebook groups.

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Covid: DR Congo in race against time to vaccinate people

In one of Africa's largest countries, people worry more about security and other diseases than Covid-19.

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China: Man left dangling from bridge after glass breaks

The tourist was given counselling following his ordeal in a mountainous part of north-eastern China.

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German priests defy Vatican to bless gay couples

The Love Wins movement emerged after the Catholic Church said in March that God "cannot bless sin".

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Why Colombia's protests are unlikely to fizzle out

The government has agreed to hold talks with protest leaders but divisions run deep.

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Ethiopian former UN peacekeepers seek asylum in Sudan

More than 100 people apply for asylum, as concern mounts over the conflict in Tigray.

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Russian top doctor who treated Navalny emerges from forest

The ex-hospital chief whose team treated Putin critic Alexei Navalny went missing, but is safe now.

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Everest: China to set up 'separation line' at summit

A team of mountaineers will mark a line between the Nepal and Chinese side to stop climbers mixing.

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French soldiers warn of civil war in new letter

Members of the military accuse the French government of granting concessions to Islamism.

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