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UK ex-foreign secretaries Hong Kong alliance

The UK should be leading the response to China's treatment of Hong Kong, seven former foreign secretaries say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dkZuXL

Japan says Hong Kong situation deeply concerning

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The situation in Hong Kong is deeply concerning and stability is important, Japan's top government spokesman said on Monday regarding China's decision to impose a new security law on Hong Kong. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/3eD7cNf

Our masked identities: Cartoons of India's new normal

Cartoonist Priya Kurian documents how masks became prevalent in India - even before its lockdown. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2zR41me

How Venezuela's fuel crisis is hitting coronavirus victims

Venezuela's fuel crisis has been so acute that even funeral homes are struggling to transport bodies to the cemetery. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gHQU7t

'People use us to go to sleep to': Sudoku solvers become internet sensation

Hundreds of thousands of people from all over the world are watching these men solve Sudoku puzzles. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3crpMXm

Coronavirus: The South African village preparing for Covid-19

For people in South Africa's rural areas trying to protect themselves from Covid-19, hand washing in clean water isn't possible. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2ZVLpfO

Coronavirus: When will shops open and what will the rules be?

Non-essential shops can reopen in England in June, but will I be able to buy a book or have a haircut? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3d8sTEv

George Floyd death: Why do some protests turn violent?

In the US, peaceful protests over police violence have escalated into widespread riots and looting. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2ApEFMs

Remote working: How cities might change if we worked from home more

Our homes, transport and city-centre spaces would change if we worked from home for good. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dlAKP3

Russia and Turkey risk turning Libya into another Syria

Gen Haftar's forces have been beaten back from Tripoli but that does not mean peace is at hand. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3cpaIZX

Carly Fiorina's journey from secretary to CEO

The US entrepreneur started her business career answering the phone, and went on to lead Hewlett-Packard. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2zQUQCv

Dancing On My Own: The story behind Robyn's 2010 'sad banger'

The Swedish singer discusses her pop classic, and how she once became 'tired of the broken heart'. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2MtBW7z

Coronavirus changes how doctors deal with death

Five doctors administering end-of-life care reflect on the current crisis. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2yUlQR8

Australia eases social distancing restrictions as economic recovery efforts intensify

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Several Australian states eased social distancing restrictions further on Monday, allowing restaurants to host more people and public attractions to reopen, as Canberra moves to revive the country's ailing economy. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2XHDboI

Coronavirus changes how doctors deal with death

Five doctors administering end-of-life care reflect on the current crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2yUlQR8

Glimmer of hope for world's rarest primate

The discovery of a new breeding pair raises hope for the future of a critically endangered gibbon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gyXSvA

George Floyd death: Why do some protests turn violent?

In the US, peaceful protests over police violence have escalated into widespread riots and looting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ApEFMs

Remote working: How cities might change if we worked from home more

Our homes, transport and city-centre spaces would change if we worked from home for good. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dlAKP3

Russia and Turkey risk turning Libya into another Syria

Gen Haftar's forces have been beaten back from Tripoli but that does not mean peace is at hand. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cpaIZX

The man whose death convulsed US

He was an athlete, friend and father whose life and struggles were emblematic of any American. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2MiLMZz

Nasa SpaceX launch: What is the Crew Dragon?

A guide to SpaceX's Crew Dragon vehicle, which carried astronauts to the space station. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gOOGn8

How Venezuela's fuel crisis is hitting coronavirus victims

Venezuela's fuel crisis has been so acute that even funeral homes are struggling to transport bodies to the cemetery. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gHQU7t

Australia's stalled migrant boom derails golden economic run

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Australia's three decades of uninterrupted prosperity are coming to an abrupt end as the global coronavirus pandemic crashes one of its most lucrative sources of income – immigration. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/3eD9oo8

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

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

Peru's most catastrophic natural disaster

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

Coronavirus: Biden and Trump face off over China

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

Germany's confirmed coronavirus cases rise by 286 to 181,482

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The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Germany increased by 286 to 181,482, data from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for infectious diseases showed on Friday. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2XZePaj

China media bristles at U.S. moves on Hong Kong over national security push

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China's state media lashed out on Sunday at possible retaliatory moves by the United States to impose sanctions and end Hong Kong's special status if Beijing imposes new national security laws, as the city braces for fresh protests. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/36SpEPq

Trump postpones G7 summit, seeks to add countries to invitation list

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U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday he would postpone a Group of Seven summit he had hoped to hold next month until September or later and expand the list of invitees to include Australia, Russia, South Korea and India. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2yMUrQW

South Korea says it will discuss Trump's invitation to G7 summit with the U.S.

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South Korea is aware of U.S. President Donald Trump's invitation to Seoul to join this year's Group of Seven summit and will discuss the matter with the United States, a government official told Reuters on Sunday. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2XfdwES

China reports two new coronavirus cases for May 30

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China recorded two new confirmed cases of coronavirus on May 30, down from four the day before, data from the country's health authority showed on Sunday. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/3dvsg8t

Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque reopens after more than two months

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Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque reopened to worshippers on Sunday after a two-and-a-half month coronavirus closure, but Muslim authorities imposed some precautions as health officials warn of an uptick in local infections. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2TUID6s

Trump delays 'outdated' G7 leaders' summit

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

Teepee built at East Bergholt school to allow social distancing

The structure was constructed by staff at an events company whose children attend the school. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2TQokqM

Trump delays 'outdated' G7 leaders' summit

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

Trump postpones G7 summit, seeks to expand invitation list

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U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday he would postpone the Group of Seven summit that he wanted to hold in late June and expand the list of countries invited to include Australia, Russia, South Korea and India. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/3gK1ew7

Global coronavirus cases surpass 6 million

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Global coronavirus cases surpassed 6 million on Saturday, according to a Reuters tally, as Latin America reported a grim milestone of 50,000 deaths from the disease. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2XLT5OY

George Floyd death: Violence breaks out amid US protests

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

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

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

In pictures: Peru's most catastrophic natural disaster

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

Coronavirus: The self-isolation choir with worldwide members

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

In the middle of the Pacific with nowhere to land

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

Coronavirus: 'I'm high risk but made a full recovery'

Positive stories from people considered at high risk who have made a full recovery from coronavirus. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2MgCj50

My Money: 'Our alternative quarantine holiday'

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

Coronavirus: Independent cinemas unlikely to open before September

An Independent Cinema Office survey found only a quarter of venues planned to open before autumn. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2XR2sNs

Coronavirus doctor's diary: Why does Covid-19 make some healthy young people really sick?

Dr John Wright tells the story of Marium Zameer, who became very unwell with Covid-19 despite being young and healthy. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3cj8H1J

DIY dentistry: What is safe to do to your own teeth?

How can you treat your own teeth while waiting to see a dentist? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2yPllYy

Coronavirus: Belgian zoo comes back to life from lockdown

After two months without visitors, Pairi Daiza is welcoming the public back, but in smaller numbers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2ZPbdKn

What is it like being at school in South Korea?

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

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

Tensions in Minneapolis did not start with the death of George Floyd. They've been years in the making. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ezFr86

Coronavirus: School return plan 'like a jigsaw puzzle'

A head teacher explains how she is piecing school life back together before children return. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3cf4Sul

'Hackers burned my hand with computer virus'

Student's computer overheated after it was hit with a "crypto-jacking" attack. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2XesPNT

U.S. businesses awake to 'sad day' in Hong Kong as Trump moves to squeeze economic ties

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The American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong said on Saturday it was a sad day for the global financial centre, hours after U.S. President Donald Trump moved toward stripping the city of its special treatment in a bid to punish China. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2yLDmqx

Mexico reports 84,627 total coronavirus cases and 9,415 deaths

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Mexico on Friday registered 3,227 new cases of the coronavirus and 371 more deaths, bringing the total numbers to 84,627 cases and 9,415 fatalities, according to data from health authorities. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/3dfVcRJ