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Hong Kong: Boris Johnson urged to form alliance over China security law

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

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Coronavirus changes how doctors deal with death

Five doctors administering end-of-life care reflect on the current crisis.

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Our masked identities: Cartoons of India's new normal

Cartoonist Priya Kurian documents how masks became prevalent in India - even before its lockdown.

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How Venezuela's fuel crisis is hitting coronavirus victims

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

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'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.

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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.

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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?

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George Floyd death: Why do some protests turn violent?

In the US, peaceful protests over police violence have escalated into widespread riots and looting.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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'.

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New top story on Hacker News: Am I the longest-serving programmer – 57 years and counting?

Am I the longest-serving programmer – 57 years and counting?
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In May of 1963, I started my first full-time job as a computer programmer for Mitchell Engineering Company, a supplier of steel buildings. At Mitchell, I developed programs in Fortran II on an IBM 1620 mostly to improve the efficiency of order processing and fulfillment. Since then, all my jobs for the past 57 years have involved computer programming. I am now a data scientist developing cloud-based big data fraud detection algorithms using machine learning and other advanced analytical technologies. Along the way, I earned a Master’s in Operations Research and a Master’s in Management Science, studied artificial intelligence for 3 years in a Ph.D. program for engineering, and just two years ago I received Graduate Certificates in Big Data Analytics from the schools of business and computer science at a local university (FAU). In addition, I currently hold the designation of Certified Analytics Professional (CAP). At 74, I still have no plans to retire or to stop programming.

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.

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Trump delays 'outdated' G7 leaders' summit

The US president says he is postponing this year's meeting and wants to invite other leaders as well.

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George Floyd death: Violence breaks out amid US protests

Images from street protests across the US on Saturday following the death of black man George Floyd.

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George Floyd: ‘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.

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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.

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Coronavirus: The self-isolation choir with worldwide members

This weekend thousands of people will gather as an online choir to perform Handel’s Messiah.

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In the middle of the Pacific with nowhere to land

A group of performers were halfway across the ocean in a 75ft boat when the pandemic erupted - leaving them with nowhere to go.

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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.

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My Money: 'Our alternative quarantine holiday'

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

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Coronavirus: Independent cinemas unlikely to open before September

An Independent Cinema Office survey found only a quarter of venues planned to open before autumn.

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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.

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Remi Wolf on how she makes music videos in lockdown

How rising star Remi Wolf made the promotional video for her new track in the middle of the pandemic.

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

How can you treat your own teeth while waiting to see a dentist?

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Coronavirus: Belgian zoo comes back to life from lockdown

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

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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.

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

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

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Coronavirus: School return plan 'like a jigsaw puzzle'

A head teacher explains how she is piecing school life back together before children return.

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'Hackers burned my hand with computer virus'

Student's computer overheated after it was hit with a "crypto-jacking" attack.

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Coronavirus: How drive-in raves and cinemas will work in the UK

The events industry has new ways to keep us entertained while social distancing is still in place.

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

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

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Coronavirus: Debenhams makes some restaurant employees redundant

Retailer Debenhams makes staff in some of its cafes redundant after going into administration.

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White House briefly locked down as unrest reported in Atlanta, Washington and New York City in wake of George Floyd's death

05/29/20 5:38 PM

Coronavirus: What happens next?

Clive Myrie meets patients and staff on the Covid ward at the Royal London Hospital.

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Coronavirus: Renters struggle most with pandemic costs, report says

Private renters are struggling with housing costs more than mortgage-payers, new research suggests.

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Week in pictures: 23-29 May 2020

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

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Coronavirus: Debenhams makes some restaurant employees redundant

Retailer Debenhams makes staff in some of its cafes redundant after going into administration.

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Coronavirus: Renters struggle most with pandemic costs, report says

Private renters are struggling with housing costs more than mortgage-payers, new research suggests.

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Thursday, 28 May 2020

World's deepest octopus captured on camera

A "Dumbo" octopus is photographed at a depth of 7,000m in the Indian Ocean's Java Trench.

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Quiz of the Week: Why was Neighbours back in the news?

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

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

One young woman used popular game Animal Crossing for her family tradition of Bai San.

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RuPaul's Drag Race season 12: The most political, troubled series ever?

The reality show has reminded US viewers to register to vote every week during its 12th season.

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

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

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The African-American high fashion pioneer

The story of the little-known couturier who designed Jackie Kennedy's wedding dress

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The coronavirus conundrum when your mouth is your ‘hand’

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

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The coronavirus 'class divide': Parents judged for school return choices

Parents of year six and year one pupils have been falling out over whether to send them back to school.

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Coronavirus: When will public toilets be reopened?

The lack of public loos has led to reports of visitors defecating in public spaces.

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Coronavirus: How Turkey took control of Covid-19 emergency

Even without imposing a total lockdown, Turkey seems to have handled the outbreak well.

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

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

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

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

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Coronavirus: Two households can meet outside in Wales from Monday

Changes to Wales' stay-at-home lockdown restrictions will be announced by the first minister later.

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Wednesday, 27 May 2020

Coronavirus: Nightmare spreads through Russia's care homes

Carers reveal the hidden spread of Covid-19 and official numbers appear not to tell the whole story.

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

Tracee Ellis Ross says it's "absurd" that women over 50 have ever been "counted out".

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Crossing Divides: The bomb maker turned peacemaker

Once part of the group behind the Bali bombing, now Ali Fauzi is on a mission to end terror.

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

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

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Coronavirus: How the advertising industry is changing

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

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

Concern mounts about Guinea-Bissau commitment to curb drug trafficking, writes Ricci Shyrock.

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Trump to 'sign executive order about social media'

The latest dispute comes after Twitter added fact-check links to the president's tweets for the first time.

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Barr asks US Attorney John Bash to review 'unmasking' before and after 2016 election, DOJ tells Fox News

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Fugitive UConn student wanted in 2 killings is caught in Maryland after manhunt, police say

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Heated protests, reports of looting as tension builds in Minneapolis over George Floyd death

05/27/20 6:25 PM

Trump and Biden trade barbs over wearing a mask

President Trump and his likely presidential challenger Joe Biden clash over the humble face covering.

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Rebecca Parker is playing the piano for 100 days

98-year-old Rebecca Parker is playing the piano for 100 days to raise money for the NHS

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Tuesday, 26 May 2020

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

Watchdog said Revival Shots had suggested its rehydration sachets could help treat the disease.

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Epic 7,500-mile cuckoo migration wows scientists

Scientists have tracked a cuckoo's migratory flight from Africa to its breeding ground in Mongolia.

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TV host Jimmy Fallon 'very sorry' for 2000 blackface skit

The NBC's Tonight Show host called his depiction of comedian Chris Rock "unquestionably offensive".

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COP26: UK proposes new date for delayed climate change summit

Key UN climate talks were due to take place in Glasgow in November 2020 but could now take place one year later.

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Coronavirus: Why barber shops matter to the community

Barber shops are a central part of a community but how has lockdown changed this?

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Denmark embraces live music drive-ins

Mads Langer performs a drive-in concert for music fans in Copenhagen while social distancing.

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Maximus Meadows: Memorial cattery for rescue cat internet star

Stray cat Maximus touched many hearts when he was rescued from the streets of Sandwell in November.

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Coronavirus: Life in lockdown with autism

Andrew Edwards is helping others with autism find new structure to their lives during the outbreak.

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Coronavirus: 'I made a ventilator from a coffee machine'

Businessman Ross Hunter has reached the finals of a global challenge to create a low-cost ventilator.

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

New evidence shows climate change may have wiped out Australia's giant beasts.

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Coronavirus: How childminders are caring for children in their own home

'Lots of soap' is crucial, say childminders who have stayed open for key workers' children.

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Coronavirus: The human cost of virus misinformation

A BBC team tracking coronavirus misinformation has found links to assaults, arsons and deaths - and the potential for even greater indirect harm.

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Coronavirus: 'Our children are all shut behind closed doors'

Lockdown has left many families with disabled children feeling cut-off, isolated and ignored.

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Soul Boy: The teen who found a home on the dancefloor

Anthony Flavin spent most of his life in care - a turning point was finding soul on the dancefloor.

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

Germany’s leader has agreed to shoulder some of the burden, but four "frugal" EU states are unhappy.

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Coronavirus: China's plan to test everyone in Wuhan

Officials said they planned to test all of Wuhan's residents over 10 days, so how have they done?

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

With nearly 30,000 cases, Mumbai accounts for more than a fifth of India's coronavirus infections.

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Monday, 25 May 2020

Coronavirus: Artist adds Queen in face mask to collection

Emelie Hryhoruk said We Will Meet Again "shows everyone is vulnerable no matter who they are".

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Coronavirus: University freshers ‘robbed of experience’

Exploring the impact of the abrupt end to university for three first year students

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Indonesia: Alone in a sinking village

Once home to more than 200 families, the village of Bedono in Central Java is now under water.

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Find out which masks off the most protection and why

You may have heard the term N95 but what does it mean and why are some masks rated higher than others?

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Coronavirus: No new deaths in Republic of Ireland

Ireland's chief medical officer Dr Tony Holohan said the Republic has "suppressed Covid-19 as a country".

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Indigenous nurse on Brazil's frontline in virus fight

Vanderlecia Ortega dos Santos is the sole nurse caring for a community of 700 in Manaus, Brazil.

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Coronavirus: Window cleaner helps elderly clients through isolation

Window cleaner Vin Kennedy has been a link to the outside world for his self-isolating clients.

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Italy's medical workers: 'We became heroes but they've already forgotten us'

With Italy past the peak of coronavirus, medical staff say the trauma is only just hitting them now.

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Coronavirus: What's the future for the office?

As companies hint at more home-working, how could our work culture be about to shift?

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: The drug combination that may help us beat Covid-19

Dr John Wright expects a treatment involving three different types of drug to be effective against the virus.

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Coronavirus: Call for clear face masks to be 'the norm'

Transparent masks allow deaf people to communicate - but supplies are short where they are most needed.

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Coronavirus in South Africa: Smokers fume at cigarette ban

The government is to ease lockdown restrictions and allow the sale of alcohol - but not cigarettes.

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

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

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

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

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New top story on Hacker News: Ask HN: Has anybody shipped a web app at scale with 1 DB per account?

Ask HN: Has anybody shipped a web app at scale with 1 DB per account?
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A common way of deploying a web application database at scale is to setup a MySQL or Postgres server, create one table for all customers, and have an account_id or owner_if field and let the application code handle security. This makes it easier to run database migrations and upgrade code per customer all at once. I’m curious if anybody has taken the approach of provisioning one database per account? This means you’d have to run migrations per account and keep track of all the migration versions and statuses somewhere. Additionally, if an application has custom fields or columns, the differences would have to be tracked somehow and name space collisions managed. Has anybody done this? Particularly with Rails? What kinda of tools or processes did you learn when you did it? Would you do it again? What are some interesting trade offs between the two approaches?

Sunday, 24 May 2020

Coronavirus: Drivers plan to walk more to keep cleaner air of lockdown - survey

Survey suggests British motorists are ready to change their behaviour to protect the environment.

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

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

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UK turns to delivery cream teas during lockdown

Sweet treat deliveries see a surge in interest during lockdown, search data suggests.

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Could you have to pay your bank to save money?

As countries take extreme measures keep the economy afloat, could we see negative interest rates?

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Coronavirus: UK government draws up plan to rescue key firms

The government could aid strategically important firms impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Care home creates 'drive-through' visit

After careful planning, families were able to see the residents of one care home from the safety of their cars.

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The South Korean protester living in the sky

Kim Yong-hee has spent a year living on a 20-metre-high traffic tower in protest at Samsung's zero-union policy.

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Coronavirus lockdown could ‘deal fatal blow’ to HIV in the UK

The coronavirus lockdown has created a unique opportunity to reduce HIV transmissions in the UK, according to one of Europe’s largest sexual health clinics.

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Coronavirus: Creative solutions to social distancing

As some lockdown restrictions ease, countries are finding inventive ways to keep people safe in public spaces.

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Coronavirus: How lockdown brought a village closer together

A huge volunteer effort has brought Piddlehinton's 500 residents closer together.

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The Metro Manila priests fighting coronavirus with the cross

With the cross in one hand, alcohol spray in the other, a group of Catholic priests in Metro Manila have been risking their lives to serve their poverty-stricken community.

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'I left my campervan in Argentina'

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

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Capt Tom donations: How the £33m actually being spent on?

The money raised cannot be used to buy core equipment - instead it is being used in other ways.

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The man who sells 700 million sandwiches a year

Patrick Coveney, is the boss of the UK's largest sandwich maker of pre-packaged sandwiches.

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Coronavirus: The unseen key workers keeping things going

Our toilets still flush and our homes still have power in lockdown thanks to these key workers.

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Coronavirus: UK government draws up plan to rescue key firms

The government could aid strategically important firms impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Saturday, 23 May 2020

Nasa SpaceX launch: Who are the astronauts?

BBC News profiles the space travellers who will launch in SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule on Wednesday.

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Death payment and sick pay boost for Scottish care staff

Care workers who test positive for coronavirus will be given enhanced payments in future.

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Coronavirus: Your pictures of 'the view from my window'

Our readers reveal the view from their windows as they spend time indoors during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: When can we hug our friends and family again?

Advice on how to look after your mental health during the pandemic crisis.

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

British artist Harriet Davey is among the CGI artists creating virtual models for fashion shows.

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Coronavirus: Your tributes to those who have died

A collection of your tributes to some of the thousands of people in the UK who have died with coronavirus.

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

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

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Coronavirus: Which health claims are circulating online?

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

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Coronavirus: Spending lockdown in Henry VIII's palace

What's it like living and working in the UK's former castles and palaces during the pandemic?

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'My mother died as she lived - not wanting to make a fuss'

When Howard Jacobson's mother died this month there could be no big family funeral - but then she never wanted to be a bother to anyone.

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: A patient given hours to live, who proved us wrong

Mary Blessington was discharged then soon deteriorated, showing that the path to recovery can be long and hard.

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Coronavirus: Why reopening French schools is a social emergency

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

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Coronavirus: Care homes could 'go to the wall' as costs rise

Thirty out of 102 care home providers contacted by the BBC said none of their staff had been tested.

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Coronavirus exodus: Death and despair as Indian workers flee cities

Tens of thousands of Indians are trying to get back to their home villages, with many forced to walk hundreds of miles with little food or water.

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The Papers: Cummings faces fresh claims as PM defends aide

Allegations Boris Johnson's senior adviser broke lockdown rules for a second time features on many front pages.

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

'I've gone from a large office in Soho to painting in my bedroom,' says Cece Philips who quit her job to become an artist.

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

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

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Lockdown Lego: The enthusiasts building mini masterpieces

One family recreated James Bond scenes while others paid homage to festivals and their favourite pub.

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Coronavirus: The care home that locked down early

Despite government pressure to take patients being discharged from hospitals, this care home refused and locked down early.

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Coronavirus: Simon Hart's exercise claims 'not correct,' says chief constable

Simon Hart wrote on Twitter that people in Wales could travel 15 miles for exercise.

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Week in pictures: 16-22 May 2020

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

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How to find a meteorite in Antarctica

Justin Rowlatt joins a team of scientists looking for small space rocks in Antarctica.

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Iranian Parkour athlete arrested over a rooftop kiss

Alireza Japalaghy performs life-threatening stunts, but has been detained for 'vulgar acts'.

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Canada v US: Loon stabs eagle through heart

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

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Coronavirus: The advice you would give your pre-lockdown self

If you could go back to the start of 2020 and give yourself pre-lockdown advice, what would it be?

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Coronavirus: Five things a Covid-19 symptom-tracking app tells us

A major study suggests cases rose after sports events and two million had the disease at its peak.

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

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

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Coronavirus: The shops refusing to pay their rent

As the next quarter's rent falls due, who should pay it while businesses are closed?

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

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

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Officers 'wary' as spit attacks rise in coronavirus pandemic

The Crown Prosecution Service says it is 'moving quickly' to bring these cases to justice.

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Brazil court releases foul-mouthed Bolsonaro video

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

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The Papers: Cummings lockdown 'breach', and holiday 'hope'

The news the PM's senior adviser travelled from London to Durham to self-isolate with Covid-19 symptoms features on many front pages.

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Thursday, 21 May 2020

Eid: Celebrities urge Muslims to celebrate festival at home

TV baker Nadiya Hussain and Citizen Khan's Adil Ray encourage Muslims to enjoy the festival virtually.

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Coronavirus: Flexible working will be a new normal after virus

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

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How will we pay for the coronavirus damage?

Coronavirus has cost the UK government hundreds of billions of pounds. How will we pay for it?

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National People's Congress: China's parliament meets for post-virus show of strength

The session comes as China emerges from the virus crisis, and appears set to limit Hong Kong's freedoms.

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How bumble bees trick plants into flowering early

It's the first time scientists have observed this behaviour, which bees do when pollen is scarce.

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Coronavirus: Job adverts increase in rural areas despite Covid-19

Roofers and security guards are among professions with increased demand, one study suggests.

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Coronavirus: St Paul's Cathedral sets up online book of remembrance

St Paul's Cathedral is organising the virtual memorial, with choristers recording a piece of music.

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Earlier coronavirus lockdown 'could have saved 36,000 lives'

As study estimates death toll if lockdown began a week earlier, President Trump says 'I was so early'.

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Pollution: Birds 'ingesting hundreds of bits of plastic a day'

Plastic pollutants in UK rivers are finding their way into wildlife and moving up the food chain.

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Coronavirus: Could there be a second wave?

What factors determine a potential second wave of Covid-19 infections?

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Quiz of the Week: How did the Queen fare on the rich list?

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

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Coronavirus: Photos charting mental health in lockdown

How photographer Suzie Larke carried on photographing struggles with mental wellbeing.

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'Sharks everywhere': Angler films feeding frenzy in Australia

An Australian fisherman says he was stunned to come across dozens of sharks feeding in shallow waters.

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Eid in lockdown: Muslim influencers share their style tips

Three Muslim influencers share their style tips, as millions prepare to celebrate the end of Ramadan.

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Keith Urban on his lockdown drive-in concert

The US country music star performed to healthcare workers in their cars in Tennessee.

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Coronavirus: Time running out on track and trace, NHS leaders warn

The NHS Confederation warns of "severe" consequences if a track and trace strategy is not implemented soon.

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Coronavirus: Hydroxychloroquine trial begins in the UK

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

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Coronavirus in Scotland: Nicola Sturgeon to unveil lockdown easing 'route map'

Further details of Scotland's approach to relaxing its coronavirus rules are to be announced by the first minister.

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Captain Tom Moore fund donates £20m to hospital charities

Good causes across the country have already received money raised by the 100-year-old.

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

Lockdown measures may prove a "recipe for disaster", problem gamblers tell the BBC.

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Coronavirus: 'Tackle harmful lockdown drinking,' BMJ editorial warns

Supermarket sales of alcohol have risen and liver disease could too, a BMJ editorial says.

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

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

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Coronavirus: Benefit claims fraud could be £1.5bn

Officials say criminals and individuals may be taking advantage of relaxed benefits processes.

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Michael Cohen: Prison release for ex-Trump lawyer over virus

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

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Coronavirus: Tinder boss says 'dramatic' changes to dating

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

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Coronavirus: Chancellor 'could extend mortgage holiday'

The Chancellor is believed to be discussing ways of extending the three month mortgage holiday.

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Coronavirus: Ministers under pressure over schools return date

A number of councils either express opposition or warn they will not be ready to reopen on 1 June.

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

The financial impact of the coronavirus is hitting poor nations hard and destroying millions of livelihoods.

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Coronavirus: Diabetic people offered support

A study reveals, for some, having diabetes is linked to an increased risk of dying with coronavirus.

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Johnson & Johnson to stop selling baby powder in US

The healthcare giant faces thousands of lawsuits from consumers claiming talc caused their cancer.

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Coronavirus: Rees-Mogg sticks by plan to bring MPs back

MPs are set to return to Westminster in two weeks' time - despite opposition concerns about spreading coronavirus.

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Covid: Concerns over 'out of pocket' rail passengers

Some season ticket holders 'in the dark' over refunds, but firms say refund demand is unprecedented.

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Facebook Shops: Online stores open on Facebook and Instagram

From brand pages to live streams, Facebook is rolling out new shopping features across its apps.

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Terror suspects could face indefinite curbs under new legislation

New legislation would allow curfews and travel bans to continue beyond the current two-year limit.

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Coronavirus: Cancer surgery delays risk 'thousands' of deaths

The NHS is warned not to "lose sight" of other areas of life-saving medicine amid the coronavirus outbreak.

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Coronavirus: 'Wash hands at least six times a day'

Simple soap and water can kill the virus if you use it often enough, experts say.

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

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

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Coronavirus: 'I'm doing my university year abroad in Australia online'

University students in the UK are facing virtual year abroad courses amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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My Chemical Romance: Lockdown is 'just a pause button'

My Chemical Romance had a comeback scheduled for 2020, but bassist Mikey says fans shouldn't panic.

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Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Trump threatens to keep WHO funding freeze in place after investigation

05/18/20 8:49 PM

Coronavirus leads to food industry crisis in Europe

Across Europe, much of the food and agriculture industry has been badly affected by the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Children get school dinner recipe to make their own

Eight-year-old Arthur has been missing his favourite school dinner of mince and dumplings.

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Did VE Day parties cause a spike in Covid-19 cases?

Six days after the VE Day anniversary there was a jump in new Covid cases at Bradford Royal Infirmary.

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Coronavirus: What's going wrong in Sweden's care homes?

Swedish healthcare is under scrutiny over the high rate of Covid-19 deaths in care homes.

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

Elon Musk hikes the price of Tesla's "self-driving" option by $1,000 and says it will continue to rise.

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Delirium 'may be common' in Covid seriously ill

Long stays in intensive care and being ventilated could increase the risk, researchers say.

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Coronavirus: Review of plans to restore Parliament

MPs and peers were to move out for five years from 2025, but a squeeze on finances may change this..

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Coronavirus: UK too slow to increase testing capacity, say MPs

The Science and Technology Committee says UK capacity was not increased "early or boldly enough".

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MPs give initial backing to immigration bill

The legislation paves the way for the UK to create a new post-Brexit immigration system.

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Disney's head of streaming to become CEO of TikTok

Kevin Mayer will be in charge of the global development of the short-form video platform.

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Coronavirus: Muslims urged to avoid communal Eid celebrations

The Muslim Council of Britain says people should celebrate virtually during the coronavirus lockdown.

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Coronavirus: Trump accuses WHO of being a 'puppet of China'

The remarks come as his health secretary accuses the body of letting the pandemic spin "out of control".

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Elaphrosaur: Rare dinosaur identified in Australia

The elaphrosaur roamed Australia 110 million years ago and was related to the Tyrannosaurus Rex.

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Coronavirus: French court orders ban on worship to end

The ban was put in place as part of measures to manage the coronavirus outbreak.

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New top story on Hacker News: Ask HN: Do kids drag your career down?

Ask HN: Do kids drag your career down?
19 by giantg2 | 16 comments on Hacker News.
It seems that since I had a kid my career is in decline. I am currently working from home, but prior to this I would need to be home at a specific time to watch the kid. This obviously means I have less time to spend at work. Less hours means less dedication in the eyes of management. On a side note, I took parental leave last year and was basically told by a manager friend that it means a lower rating. What is your experience?

Coronavirus: Better-off children 'spend more time studying'

A study suggests young people in wealthier households do more learning at home than poorer peers.

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Flagship immigration bill returns to Commons

Ministers launch a fresh attempt to repeal EU freedom of movement rules as MPs debate legislation.

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

Public hospitals in São Paulo have reached 90% capacity for emergency beds, the city's mayor warns.

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Cornoavirus: Tears inside Milan’s quarantine hotel

Italy may be reopening shops, restaurants and hairdressers, but people here are still living in limbo.

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Barbara Hepworth's workshop gets listed status

The sculptor used the space opposite her home to create prototypes of major commissions.

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Normal People decoded: Grinds, Debs and shifting

We unpack some of the Irish slang that may have passed you by in the much-loved BBC Three series.

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Coronavirus: Fasting for Ramadan on the front line

What's it like to fast for Ramadan as a healthcare worker during the coronavirus pandemic?

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The Great British Menu chef opening his first restaurant during lockdown

Great British Menu finalist Kray Treadwell is planning to open his debut restaurant in Birmingham in August.

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Coronavirus: Who is behind Glasgow's Covid street art?

The pandemic has inspired a new wave of street art on the walls of Glasgow city centre.

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Coronavirus: How have independent shopkeepers been faring?

How high street independent shops have battled to stay loyal to customers during the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Live entertainment is evolving online to be a lifeline

Creative minds are coming up with new ideas to give us back some of the human connection we've lost.

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Coronavirus: They grabbed my breasts and said, 'You're not a woman'

Panama's lockdown allows men and women out on alternate days - but for trans people it's been tough.

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Universities' move online 'must be done the right way'

Universities have been teaching remotely this term but can the online model work long-term?

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The man who bought 60,000 oil and gas wells

Rusty Hutson Jr is the boss of fast-growing US energy firm Diversified Gas & Oil.

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

Firooza Omar volunteered to nurse newborns after a deadly attack on an Afghan maternity ward.

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Saturday, 16 May 2020

New top story on Hacker News: Ask HN: What PostgreSQL client do you use?

Ask HN: What PostgreSQL client do you use?
16 by iameoghan | 13 comments on Hacker News.
There are seemingly a plethora of clients for Postgres [1]. What client(s) do HN use day-to-day? Why have you chosen it? I'm looking for recommendations to use for light usage. Ideally, something that would help build the schema visually. [1] https://ift.tt/2Z8mWDu

Coronavirus: Boris Johnson accepts 'frustration' over lockdown changes

Boris Johnson says more complex messages are needed in the next phase of the coronavirus response.

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

The president's firing of the state department's inspector general will be investigated by Congress.

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Coronavirus: Extra support for women involved in prostitution

Community Safety Minister Ash Denham says the restrictions have increased the risk of gender-based violence.

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One every eight minutes: India's missing children

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

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Coronavirus: South Africa's alcohol and cigarette lockdown

In South Africa, illegal sellers are defying the prohibition on buying alcohol and cigarettes.

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Coronavirus: Can gaming help stop lockdown loneliness?

Gamers like Millicent say their online adventures are helping them stay connected to friends in lockdown.

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Coronavirus: Capturing isolation on New Zealand's Stewart Island

As the country emerges from lockdown, a photographer has documented life on rugged Stewart Island.

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Coronavirus: Your pictures of working at home

Our readers reveal the new normal of life during a pandemic.

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Actor Leslie Jordan on his lockdown Instagram fame

The Emmy Award-winning star's videos have helped him to hit more than four million followers.

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#LastNormalPhoto: Thousands share last images before lockdown

We asked you to post your last 'normal' photo before coronavirus. A lot of you replied.

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Coronavirus: The couples for whom love doesn't wait

The coronavirus outbreak may have scuppered many wedding plans, but plenty of couples are still getting engaged.

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Coronavirus: Are Italians losing faith in the EU?

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

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Coronavirus: 'I’m scared of being buried as the wrong gender'

Some LGBT people say they feel in "more danger" than ever before.

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My Money: 'No expenditure at all today!'

Bex Young from Dundee takes us through her spending in a week in her life in lockdown.

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Plinofficial: The downfall of a Russian rapper who loved dollars

How did a young Russian rapper become accused by the FBI of working with global cybercriminals?

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: A super-spreading funeral that led to three deaths

Before the lockdown, many mourners at a funeral in Bradford became infected with Covid-19, and three died.

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Friday, 15 May 2020

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert

House passes $3 trillion coronavirus stimulus bill McConnell dubbed 'parade of absurdities' -- despite 14 Democratic 'no' votes

05/15/20 6:34 PM

Coronavirus: Public urged to avoid England's beauty spots

Councils fear a surge in visitors to beaches and country parks could result in a rise in infections.

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Coronavirus: Trump says US reopening 'vaccine or no vaccine'

The president hopes a vaccine will come this year, but made clear the lockdown must end either way.

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Kobe Bryant helicopter crash post-mortem released

An examination finds that all nine victims of the crash died as a result of blunt force trauma.

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Remains in suitcases: Woman charged with murder

A woman will appear in court after human remains were found in two suitcases in the Forest of Dean.

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"I'm living on cards": The businesses still waiting for emergency loans

BBC News has seen a string of complaints about leading banks from customers unable to get any money.

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Coronavirus: Trial begins to see if dogs can 'sniff out' virus

The dogs are already trained to detect odours of cancers, malaria and Parkinson's disease.

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Relaxed Swiss borders will reunite families and lovers

Switzerland, Germany, and Austria begin relaxing restrictions, ahead of a full reopening.

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Coronavirus: Grieving together with a yellow heart

The placing of a yellow heart in the window is allowing grieving families to celebrate the life of their loved ones who have died of Covid-19.

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Coronavirus: The last 'normal' photo on your phone

Thirteen people tell us about the last 'normal' photo they took, before coronavirus changed everything.

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Eurovision Song Contest: Graham Norton to lead celebration

The presenter will lead a series of programmes on the night the contest would have taken place.

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Eurovision 2019 winner Duncan Laurence 'missing the bubble'

Eurovision 2019 winner Duncan Laurence on this year's cancelled contest and how the UK could win in future.

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Coronavirus: 'Lockdown is opportunity of a lifetime for bike lanes'

Gil Penalosa of urban reform group 8 80 Cities says lockdown is the right time to make cities more bike-friendly.

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RAF Benson's running stormtrooper aims for 1,000 miles

An RAF squadron leader swaps his uniform for a Star Wars outfit in a bid to raise £50,000.

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Following UK entrant James Newman as he deals with Eurovision's cancellation

Following UK entrant James Newman as he deals with Eurovision's cancellation, featuring his brother John Newman, Olly Murs, Mollie King as well as other Eurovision contestants.

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Week in pictures: 9-15 May 2020

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

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Coronavirus: Should furloughed workers offer their skills for free?

Furloughed workers are offering their skills for free, but some freelancers are taking issue with the trend.

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Coronavirus: What should the opposition do in a crisis?

The coronavirus dilemma faced by Sir Keir Starmer and others whose job it is to criticise the government.

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

Infowars claims about testing, the viral body bag video in Brazil and other claims fact-checked.

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Brexit trade deal: Who really owns UK fishing quotas?

Reality Check investigates the value of foreign-owned British fishing quotas.

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New top story on Hacker News: Ask HN: Darkmode for HN Please?

Ask HN: Darkmode for HN Please?
32 by krm01 | 29 comments on Hacker News.
Of all places, HN should be dark mode by default, without any of us using a plugin or specific browser. I don't want my eyes to burn when I'm browsing HN at night on my phone. Anyone?

Coronavirus: Avanti introduces social distancing measures on its trains

Rail firm Avanti urges passengers not to turn up without an advanced ticket and wear face coverings.

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Coronavirus lockdown exit plan for Wales to be published

Wales' first minister will say how he plans to lift the country out of coronavirus restrictions.

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Coronavirus: Academy trust to open schools on 1 June

Opposition to reopening schools is "rather middle class" claims head of academy trust.

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Rick Bright: 'Ousted' vaccine expert says US is facing its 'darkest winter'

The dire warning on coronavirus comes from a former top health official who says he was ousted.

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Coronavirus: Amsterdam trials 'Covid-safe' restaurant

Dutch restaurants are currently closed but a trial is under way to see how they could operate safely.

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Coronavirus: Mental health of NHS staff at long-term risk

Trauma experts say NHS staff are a high-risk group for PTSD in the aftermath of the pandemic.

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'Surge' in illegal bird of prey killings since lockdown

The RSPB says it has been "overrun" by reports of birds of prey being illegally killed.

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Coronavirus: How a 'virtual Parliament' works

How the House of Commons has found new ways of working in the face of coronavirus.

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How the super-rich spent lockdown

Luxury Bunkers and Private Islands: How the super-rich spent lockdown

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Quiz of the Week: Little Richard, Project Restart and more

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

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Australia Fires: Rescue dog Bear saves scores of koalas

A koala-detecting dog has come to the rescue in the aftermath of Australia's fires.

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Coronavirus: How exposed is your job?

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

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Coronavirus: How the pandemic is relaxing US drinking laws

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

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Coronavirus: Is Putin rushing Russia out of lockdown?

The Russian president has declared a six-week lockdown over but the infection rate is still very high.

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Chennai Six: Nick Dunn reveals what Indian prison life was like

Nick Dunn spent years in prison in India for a crime he did not commit. How did he cope?

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Coping with coronavirus in a war zone

How a British charity is helping war-torn Libya deal with the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus puts spotlight on landmark year for nature

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

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Coronavirus: US accuses China of hacking coronavirus research

The FBI said it had seen hacking attempts on groups researching vaccines, treatments and testing.

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Coronavirus: Uber and Addison Lee to install protective screens

Addison Lee and Uber are installing partitions and providing taxi drivers with protective gear.

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

More than £800m was distributed to artists and writers last year, but a storm is coming.

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Coronavirus: Re-starting NHS 'may take months'

Experts warn tackling the backlog in treatment will take time as the NHS tries to restore services.

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Inside a reopened primary school in the time of coronavirus

Primary school children in Denmark have been back at school for a month, the first county to reopen them in Europe.

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Coronavirus: A day in lockdown life around the world

As coronavirus lockdowns continue, we asked young people in 14 different countries how they're coping.

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They're 8,000 miles away and share the same passion

Erin Rae, in Nashville, and Mali, in Mumbai, share their experiences as musicians in lockdown.

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Coronavirus: Why hasn't the UK listed loss of smell as a symptom of Covid-19?

Some scientists argue that it is becoming urgent to tell people with sudden loss of smell to self-isolate.

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Coronavirus and Antarctica: 'Isolated within isolation'

Why the people on the only continent without a recorded case of coronavirus are in lockdown.

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Coronavirus: Behind each statistic, there was a life

As hundreds of deaths have become thousands, it's been easy to forget the people claimed by coronavirus.

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'We're clinging on' - theatre leaders discuss lockdown crisis

Venue bosses are attempting to plan for a future they cannot predict.

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Coronavirus: Uber and Addison Lee to install protective screens

Addison Lee and Uber are installing partitions and providing taxi drivers with protective gear.

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Fed warns of slow recovery without more virus relief

The comments by the head of America's central bank come as the US debates additional relief.

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Tuesday, 12 May 2020

Coronavirus: What does a 'Covid-secure' office look like?

One way corridors and Perspex screens, the future of the office will look very different.

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

Abba’s Björn Ulvaeus, co-writer of musical Mamma Mia!, says he fears for the future of the West End.

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Fighting for the pill in Japan

It took until 1999 for Japanese women to be allowed to take the contraceptive pill.

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Coronavirus: Venezuelans struggling with fuel shortage

Venezuela has the world's largest reserves of oil, but Covid-19 has worsened the current crisis.

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Coronavirus: Lockdown confusion at the borders

Which lockdown rules apply for those who live in one country and work in another?

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

History shows school leavers' job prospects are often hardest hit after this kind of economic slump.

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

One service says tips are up 99%, and there's a powerful factor which affects how people give to others.

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Coronavirus: Self-employed grant scheme to open to applications

Grants will be paid into the accounts of eligible people six days after applying, the government says.

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Coronavirus: India announces $264bn economic rescue package

Narendra Modi outlines financial support for farmers and small businesses hit by the virus shutdown.

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

History shows school leavers' job prospects are often hardest hit after this kind of economic slump.

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Facebook to pay $52m to content moderators over PTSD

The class-action lawsuit covers moderators working in four US states from 2015 until now.

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

Abba’s Björn Ulvaeus, co-writer of musical Mamma Mia!, says he fears for the future of the West End.

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

The boss of budget hotel chain Point A says the hotels' fate depends on how business picks up after the lockdown.

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The robot assistant that can guess what you want

In a five-year project a group of robotics experts have developed a robot that can assist in maintenance tasks.

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Rihanna rockets onto Sunday Times Rich List

The pop star debuts on the list in third place, with an estimated fortune of £468m.

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Monday, 11 May 2020

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

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

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Coronavirus: Chancellor to set out future of job retention scheme

The government scheme, due to end in June, is currently subsidising the wages of six million people.

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Coronavirus: Lockdown could bring hope for drugs gang teens

The lockdown could help troubled teenagers, including street gang members, turn their lives around.

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Bus firms face uphill struggle as lockdown eases

Safety concerns and warnings against public transport will affect the industry, it says.

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Lockdown: ‘Noisy neighbours are ruining my life’

Several UK councils report a rise in noise complaints since the start of the lockdown.

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The lost six weeks when US failed to control the virus

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

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

Doubt is cast on claims fossil fuel companies are curbing their CO2 in line with net zero targets.

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Coronavirus: Seacole hospital 'a tribute' to BAME NHS staff

A new community hospital recognises Jamaican-born nurse Mary Seacole - and BAME staff who have died.

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

The boss of the electric carmaker said he would be on the assembly line with other Tesla workers.

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Coronavirus: Stonehenge summer solstice gathering cancelled

The ban on mass gatherings has ruled out the event that normally attracts 10,000 visitors.

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Coronavirus: How to run a factory during a pandemic

Control Techniques is still running at full production, despite the coronavirus. Here's how.

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International Nurses Day: The gran, mum and daughter on the front line

Meet three generations of a North East family working on the front line to fight coronavirus.

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: 'They say I have blood on my hands'

Abusive messages were sent to an Asian doctor because of a myth that non-white patients are left to die.

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Coronavirus: 'I run lockdown marathons in the dead of night'

Runners tell of the dramatic ways their training has changed during the coronavirus lockdown.

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Joshna Maharaj - The chef who lost her sense of smell

Chef Joshna Maharaj couldn't smell for years. Now she's working to regain some of what she lost.

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The robot assistant that can guess what you want

In a five-year project a group of robotics experts have developed a robot that can assist in maintenance tasks.

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Sunday, 10 May 2020

Saudi Arabia triples VAT to support coronavirus-hit economy

The oil-rich kingdom's finances have been rocked after the pandemic forced down global energy prices.

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

Iran's navy was reportedly testing a new anti-ship missile when the accident took place.

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Colombian airline Avianca files for bankruptcy in US court

The firm said its income has dropped 80% since grounding its fleet due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Colombian airline Avianca files for bankruptcy in US court

The firm said its income has dropped 80% since grounding its fleet due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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