Climate change: Warming clips the nightingale's wings

Rising temperatures may be having a profound impact on one of the world's favourite songbirds.

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Coronavirus: Are loss of smell and taste key symptoms?

However, experts say a fever and a cough are still the main ones to look out for.

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Coronavirus: Zoom under increased scrutiny as popularity soars

The New York attorney general has written to the videoconferencing company about its security measures.

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Coronavirus: Zoom under increased scrutiny as popularity soars

The New York attorney general has written to the videoconferencing company about its security measures.

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Coronavirus: Mandatory quarantine in a five-star Sydney hotel

Australians who return from overseas are now required to spend 14 days in quarantine in hotels.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-52115774

Coronavirus: Stock markets suffer worst quarter since 1987

The Dow Jones and FTSE 100 have fallen more than 20% since the start of the year.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52113841

Coronavirus: When 76 strangers sang happy birthday to a neighbour

A woman surprised her fiancé for his birthday by organising a mass sing-along in their apartment building.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52111825

Coronavirus: The unusual ways countries are managing lockdowns

Countries are adopting movement restrictions ranging from the extreme to the relaxed to the creative.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52109792

Big splash: The world's largest designer of water parks

Geoff Chutter is the founder of Whitewater West, the world's largest water park design firm.

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Why a Frenchman built a 'Tudor' castle in Burkina Faso

Thibault Fornier lives in an ex-French colony, but is enamoured with all things British.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-52103797

How birth is changing in the age of coronavirus

Coronavirus is throwing many birth plans up in the air and leading some health trusts to increase home births.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-52098036

Coronavirus: Playing classical music for South Korea hospital patients

Musicians in South Korea have played a classical music concert for coronavirus patients.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-52095553

Coronavirus: The good that can come out of an upside-down world

There are reasons to believe the world may emerge from this upheaval enhanced, writes Matthew Syed.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52094332

'Phone slipped into the bath': Conference call tales

How to avoid some of the pitfalls of teleconferencing and how it is changing the way we meet and do business.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52032849

Coronavirus and sex: What you need to know

All your questions about sex in the time of coronavirus, answered.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-52063221

A visual guide to the economic impact

Key maps and charts explain how the virus has impacted markets and businesses around the world.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51706225

Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself?

The virus is spreading around the world, but what is it and what are the symptoms?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-51048366

Coronavirus social distancing advice: What two metres looks like

The UK government is advising us to stay two metres apart - but what does that look like?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52054844

Chinese forest fire: Firefighters and guide killed in Sichuan blaze

The group tackling a massive blaze in Sichuan were trapped by a sudden change in wind direction.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-52103106

Houseparty offers $1m reward for proof of sabotage

The company says claims it exposed users data were part of a commercial smear campaign.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52101421

Coronavirus: Anger as migrants sprayed with disinfectant in India

Footage shared thousands of times shows a group of workers in India being sprayed with chemicals.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-52093220

Trump on coronavirus: Heated response to 'snarky, nasty question'

The US president launches an attack on a CNN journalist who questioned his coronavirus response.

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Houseparty offers $1m reward for proof of sabotage

The company says claims it exposed users data were part of a commercial smear campaign.

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Thomas Becket: Alpine ice sheds light on medieval murder

Ancient air pollution, trapped in ice, reveals details about life and death in 12th Century Britain.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-52095694

Coronavirus: I'm in lockdown with my abuser

The BBC has spoken to two women who are currently under lockdown with men who have abused them.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52063755

Coronavirus: American Airlines to seek $12bn in state aid

The US carrier says it will ask for government help to survive during the coronavirus downturn.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52101665

Lagos lockdown over coronavirus: 'How will my children survive?'

Nigeria's commercial hub and the capital have gone into lockdown to curb the spread of coronavirus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-52093343

Coronavirus: Italy extends lockdown amid hopes of turning corner

The number of new daily coronavirus infections is 1,648, down from 3,815 on Sunday.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-52100153

Coronavirus: Has the virus brought borders back to Europe?

The BBC’s Gavin Lee took a road trip in Europe's Schengen area to see how free movement has changed.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-52095551

Coronavirus: US death rates v China, Italy and South Korea

The US has seen its cases spike dramatically in recent days and these graphs show what could be in store.

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'The phone slipped into the bath': Conference call tales

How to avoid some of the pitfalls of teleconferencing and how it is changing the way we meet and do business.

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Coronavirus: Trump says US in good shape to meet 'peak'

The US president says hospitals will have enough ventilators to cope with the outbreak.

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Coronavirus: Amazon workers threaten strikes over virus protection

Some US workers at Amazon and Instacart are threatening to strike over inadequate coronavirus protections.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52096273

Coronavirus: Protecting yourself in a migrant camp

The often unsanitary conditions in refugee and migrant camps, like this one on Lesbos, pose a challenge for residents trying to avoid coronavirus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52095552

Trump: More than a million Americans tested for Covid-19

The President says millions of masks, face shields, surgical gowns and gloves have been distributed

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52099293

'Virus-fighting' scientist gets magnets stuck in nose

The astrophysicist was trying to create a necklace which would stop people touching their faces.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-52094804

Coronavirus: Start-ups use Zoom app to lay off staff

Two California-based start-ups confirm they have used the conference-call app to lay off staff.

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Coronavirus: Tech firm Bloom Energy fixes broken US ventilators

The 170 repaired machines had been in storage since the H5N1 bird flu outbreak of the mid-2000s.

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Hungary government gets sweeping powers

Critics accuse Prime Minister Viktor Orban of exploiting coronavirus to silence opposition.

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Coronavirus: Start-ups use Zoom app to lay off staff

Two California-based start-ups confirm they have used the conference-call app to lay off staff.

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Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics: New dates confirmed for 2021

The Tokyo Olympic Games will start on 23 July, 2021 and finish 8 August, with the Paralympics following from 25 August to 5 September.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/olympics/52091224

Coronavirus: Huge crowds as India lockdown sparks mass migration

Hundreds of thousands have left cities as India went into lockdown to stop coronavirus outbreak.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-52093574

Why Taiwan has become a problem for WHO

Taiwan is effectively locked out of the World Health Organization - and tensions are rising.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-52088167

Coronavirus: Field hospitals treating coronavirus patients around world

As the number of cases globally soars, many countries build temporary hospitals for patients.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52089337

Colombia's ELN rebels call ceasefire over coronavirus

The ELN rebel group said it would lay down arms from 1 April for a month as a "humanitarian gesture".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-52090169

Coronavirus: UK broadband data caps removed during pandemic

Coronavirus pandemic prompts removal of UK broadband data caps on fixed-line connections.

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Alan Merrill: I Love Rock 'N' Roll songwriter dies of coronavirus

Alan Merrill co-wrote and sang the glam rock classic before Joan Jett made it famous.

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A place that makes you ask the questions that really matter

The BBC's Justin Rowlatt found a visit to Antarctica made him emotional, and ultimately hopeful.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/stories-52066238

Coronavirus: EasyJet grounds entire fleet of planes due to virus

The budget airline says it cannot currently give a date for when it will restart commercial flights.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52084003

Coronavirus: Oil price collapses to lowest level for 18 years

The price of crude sinks to $23 a barrel as demand plummets due to the coronavirus pandemic.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52089127

Coronavirus: YouTube stars urge fans to stay at home

More than 100 YouTubers appear in a video message encouraging people to stay at home.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52084700

Coronavirus: Mercedes F1 to make breathing aid

Thousands of the devices, which deliver oxygen to the lungs without needing a ventilator, could be made.

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North Korea hails 'super large' launcher test as virus timing condemned

South Korea's army issued a stern statement saying that testing comes at a "very inappropriate" time.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-52087810

Message from president who led Ebola battle

Liberia's ex-President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf says the world must conquer fear to deal with coronavirus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-52061547

Coronavirus: Mercedes F1 to make breathing aid

Thousands of the devices, which deliver oxygen to the lungs without needing a ventilator, could be made.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52087002

Coronavirus: Trump extends restrictions beyond Easter

The US president extends measures to 30 April, saying casualties are likely to peak in two weeks.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52087113

Coronavirus: Six months before UK 'returns to normal' - deputy chief medical officer

The UK faces reviews of measures every three weeks for six months or more, says deputy chief medical officer.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52084517

Coronavirus: The fears of a Kenyan domestic worker who can't stay at home

Esther has to keep working to feed her family in Kenya but is worried about catching coronavirus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-52069027

Coronavirus: Fake news crackdown by UK government

A rapid response unit is working with social media firms to take down misleading or harmful content.

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Trump says Harry and Meghan must pay for security

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex reportedly moved from Canada to the US amid the virus outbreak.

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Coronavirus: 'Millions' of Americans could be infected, expert warns

The US government's leading expert warns up to 200,000 people could die, as cases continue to rise.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52086378

Manufacturers cast doubt on ventilator target

Engineering firms say the UK may not have all the ventilators it needs when virus infections peak.

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Coronavirus: YouTube stars urge fans to stay at home

More than 100 YouTubers appear in a video message encouraging people to stay at home.

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Coronavirus: Belarus Premier League attracts global attention as it plays on

Football fans around the world are turning to Belarus to get their fix during lockdown as the game carries on in the former Soviet republic.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/52084121

Coronavirus: Major cities empty as lockdown measures continue

Cities around the world are almost deserted as measures to tackle the coronavirus pandemic continue.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52081875

Coronavirus: India's PM Modi seeks 'forgiveness' over lockdown

Narendra Modi apologises for sweeping restrictions that have left many jobless and hungry.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-52081396

Coronavirus: Brazil's Bolsonaro in denial and out on a limb

The president is isolating himself from other world leaders as he downplays the coronavirus pandemic.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-52080830

Close-up footage of Arkansas tornado

An active weather front brings a rapid developing and destructive tornado to Arkansas

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Coronavirus: Trump backs away from New York quarantine

The US president now says the move is not necessary, after the idea was labelled "preposterous".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52080119

Lockdown, what lockdown? Sweden's unusual response to coronavirus

While swathes of Europe are under lockdown, Sweden is allowing life to go on much as normal.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-52076293

Coronavirus: Zimbabwean broadcaster Zororo Makamba died 'alone and scared'

The death of young Zimbabwean journalist Zororo Makamba exposes his country's healthcare problems.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-52061697

Introducing the soaring melodies of Azure Ryder

How one of pop’s brightest new voices found confidence by taking control of a plane.

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Could synthetic fish be a better catch of the day?

Start-ups are growing fish "meat" in labs and say it will be competitive with fish from the sea.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51657573

Teen figure skater's Special Olympics dream

Thirteen-year-old Ornela has Down's syndrome and is training to compete in the World Games next year.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52008197

Abandoned Soviet-era resort refugees call home

Georgia plans to revive Tskaltubo, an abandoned Soviet-era spa town, but it's an uncertain time for thousands of civil war refugees living among the decaying sanatoriums.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51374850

'Memes should be archived in a museum'

People social distancing are sharing memes to feel connected but could they be preserved in a museum?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52021890

Coronavirus ICYMI: Special deliveries, a parrot and hotels

Here are some stories you may have missed this week.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52079156

Raving to the BBC News theme tune goes viral

Have you seen the kitchen 'remix' of the BBC News theme tune yet?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52079006

Coronavirus: Lessons for lockdown from an Italian family

The Aninnis have been in lockdown in Rome for nearly three weeks. What advice do they have for other families?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52070787

Coronavirus: NHS turns to big tech to tackle Covid-19 hot spots

Amazon, Google, Palantir, Microsoft and Faculty AI will help decision-makers better understand the crisis.

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Coronavirus: Trump 'considering quarantine on New York'

The president says he is considering quarantining the state, but its governor expresses concern.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52079121

Coronavirus: India defiant as millions struggle under lockdown

The government defends strict lockdown measures that have left millions stranded and without food.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-52077395

Coronavirus: Lack of medical supplies 'a national shame'

Doctors in the United States share the difficulty of obtaining gear to treat patients with Covid-19.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52072238

Coronavirus cradle Wuhan partly reopens after lockdown

People enter the Chinese city where the coronavirus outbreak began for the first time in months.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-52075022

Coronavirus: Deserted London landmarks seen from above

Some of the city's most popular landmarks are devoid of the usual crowds as people stay indoors to help combat coronavirus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52075379

Coronavirus: OneWeb blames pandemic for collapse

OneWeb, the high-profile London-based satellite start-up, files for bankruptcy protection in the US.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-52070949

Joseph Lowery: Veteran US civil rights leader dies aged 98

Joseph Lowery, a former "dear friend" of Martin Luther King Jr, was a champion for civil rights.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52074587

Coronavirus: Russia sees no epidemic but starts shutdown

Russia begins a "non-working week" to try to slow the spread of coronavirus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-52061381

Coronavirus lockdown: Clubbers go online for music

With the coronavirus lockdown bringing normal nightlife to an end, some enterprising DJs are going online.

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Pope gives prayer to empty St Peter's Square

The service usually only happens twice a year but was given as Italy's coronavirus death toll passes 9,000.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-52070082

Coronavirus: Cruise ship in race to transfer passengers off Panama coast

A vessel carrying more than 1,800 people off Panama is moving healthy passengers to a sister ship.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-52072703

Coronavirus: From clapping to kindness, five reasons to be hopeful

As coronavirus continues to spread, the worst of the crisis has brought out of the best in humanity.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52068233

Manu Dibango: The saxophone legend who inspired a disco groove

Manu Dibango, whose Soul Makossa filled New York dance floors, died this week at the age of 86.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-52065869

Coronavirus lockdown in India: ‘Beaten and abused for doing my job’

India's last-mile delivery executives are struggling to function as the country goes in lockdown.

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Coronavirus: The woman behind India's first testing kit

With the first made-in-India kits, the country could hugely scale up testing for the coronavirus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-52064427

'I bought a winery and it caused a US-French row'

When US entrepreneur Michael Baum bought a famous French vineyard it caused a trans-Atlantic spat.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51950286

Coronavirus: A college course world wants to study right now

More than one million people have enrolled in a Yale course on well-being. So what's its secret?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52055242

South Africa: 'Our children are dying, but President Ramaphosa doesn't care'

South Africa's leader Cyril Ramaphosa is accused of inaction over a spate of child murders.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-51875424

How Marsha Hunt fought Hollywood blacklisting

The 102-year-old is one of the last people still alive who was named as a communist sympathiser.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51979690

A 3D-printed ventilator designed for Spain's coronavirus patients

A team took a week to design an emergency-use ventilator out of 3D-printed parts

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Coronavirus lockdown: Clubbers go online for music

With the coronavirus lockdown bringing normal nightlife to an end, some enterprising DJs are going online.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52055789

Coronavirus: Stranded in another country

BBC News speaks to some of the people from the UK who have been stranded abroad due to the pandemic.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52070731

Coronavirus: Vodafone offers 30 days free mobile data

Vodafone is offering half a million pay monthly mobile customers 30 days of free unlimited data.

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Coronavirus: Online child abuse warning during lockdown

Europol is warning that online child abusers are preparing to take advantage of more unsupervised kids online.

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Coronavirus: Zoom is in everyone's living room - how safe is it?

It may have got everyone chatting but some are talking about whether it is actually safe.

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Coronavirus: Deaths rise sharply in Spain while infection rate stabilises

With strict measures in place to fight coronavirus, officials believe the outbreak's peak is close.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-52060900

Coronavirus: India 'super spreader' quarantines 40,000 people

A religious preacher in the northern state of Punjab who died of Covid-19 may have infected hundreds.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-52061915

Coronavirus: Malaysian men in shopping muddle amid lockdown

Confusion for some in the grocery aisles as Malaysia allows only 'heads of the family' to shop.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-news-from-elsewhere-52040256

Bob Dylan's first song in eight years is about JFK's assassination

The 17-minute song ruminates on the 1960s and the assassination of President John F Kennedy.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52061447

Coronavirus: How can I shop or get deliveries and takeaways safely?

If coronavirus can be transferred on to surfaces, safe food shopping presents challenges.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-52040138

Pop star MP Bobi Wine sings coronavirus alert for the world

Uganda's Bobi Wine is using his music to encourage collective action to stop the spread of the virus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-52057381

Coronavirus: Peak District drone police criticised for 'lockdown shaming'

Derbyshire Police is accused of "nanny policing" after sharing aerial shots of Peak District walkers.

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Coronavirus: Here's how you can stop bad information from going viral

Experts are calling on the public to practice ‘information hygiene’ to help stop the spread of falsehoods online.

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Coronavirus travel: China bars foreign visitors as imported cases rise

From Saturday, foreigners will not be allowed into China - even if they have visas.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-52059085

French Christian charity workers kidnapped in Iraq are freed

The three French nationals and an Iraqi were abducted in Baghdad in January.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-52058969

Coronavirus: Tears, fears and anxiety amid job losses

Rosie Alumbaugh lost both her jobs this month. She's one of more than 3 million Americans unemployed because of coronavirus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/52058632

Coronavirus: South Africa begins three-week lockdown

Police and the army patrol the streets as all but essential movement is banned across the country.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-52058717

The uncertain future for China's electric car makers

China is the biggest market for electric vehicles, but the coronavirus is the latest blow to shake the industry.

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Coronavirus: Fears of virus in Idlib refugee camps

The UN warns that camps for the displaced in north-western Syria could be devastated by coronavirus.

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No alcohol, no dog walks: Lockdown life in South Africa

South Africa government has introduced stringent measures to halt the spread of coronavirus.

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The uncertain future for China's electric car makers

China is the biggest market for electric vehicles, but the coronavirus is the latest blow to shake the industry.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51711019

Coronavirus: Here's how you can stop bad information from going viral

Experts are calling on the public to practice ‘information hygiene’ to help stop the spread of falsehoods online.

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Africa's week in pictures: 20-26 March 2020

A selection of the best photos from across the continent this week.

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Coronavirus: How do you cope in a flatshare?

Ella from North London lives with four other people, including someone who is high risk.

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Green sea turtles: Vulnerable animal's hatching season draws to close

The green sea turtle is vulnerable to extinction as the climate warms, Australian scientists say.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-51923654

Huawei P40 flagship phones launch amid Covid-19 crisis

Experts say demand outside of China is likely to be weak because of the virus pandemic and absent apps.

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Coronavirus: Fears over rapid spread in Italy's south

As the worst-hit northern region sees improvements, concerns are growing over poorer southern areas.

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Robert Levinson: Iran denies US former agent died there

His family say they now believe he died in custody in the Islamic republic, where he vanished in 2007.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-52051116

Coronavirus: UK’s WhatsApp bot working after false start

The service, provided by the government, failed to respond to some users when launched on Wednesday.

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Coronavirus: Australia reverses 30 minute hair appointment rule

Barbers and hairdressers have been allowed to remain open, despite coronavirus restrictions.

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Coronavirus: Robert Kelly whose kids crashed BBC interview talks about working from home

The BBC speaks to the family who became a global hit in 2017 when the children crashed a live TV interview.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52050099

Coronavirus: Man planning to bomb Missouri hospital killed, FBI says

The suspect wanted to bomb a facility treating coronavirus cases to cause severe harm, the FBI says.

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India coronavirus: $22bn bailout announced for the poor

The package is aimed at countering the economic impact of the global Covid-19 pandemic.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-52047263

Coronavirus: Inside a Covid-19 intensive care unit

In a South Korean ICU, nurses wearing heavy self-contained respiratory systems work two-hour shifts.

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Coronavirus: Government orders 10,000 ventilators from Dyson

The engineering firm developed a new type of ventilator in response to calls on behalf of the NHS.

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Remote working: Seven tips for successful video meetings

Workplace consultant Guenaelle Watson gives seven tips for better video meetings.

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Great Barrier Reef suffers third mass bleaching in five years

The third such event in five years prompts scientists to renew urgent warnings about climate change.

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Asian tiger sends virus economic impact signal

Singapore's sharp slowdown suggests a major contraction for a world economy battling coronavirus.

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Coronavirus row helps topple Kosovo government

The ruling coalition implodes over differences on how to fight the pandemic, with no clear way forward.

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Why orange juice prices are soaring on global markets

Demand is rising for orange juice during virus outbreak while supply is hit by transport restrictions.

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Coronavirus: Flight attendant gives emotional goodbye as routes cease

Cassy Appleton receives applause from passengers as Virgin Australia prepares to suspend flights.

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Coronavirus capital by capital: How are Europeans coping with shutdown?

Europeans face a blizzard of restrictions on their freedoms as authorities try to stop the spread.

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Coronavirus: Words at the window from those in isolation

Portraits of families self-isolating in Brooklyn to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Why some countries wear face masks and others don't

Step outside without a face mask in Hong Kong and you'll get looks. That's not true elsewhere. Why?

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Coronavirus: One case lays bare America's testing failure

"Open your eyes, we have to do something." A retired doctor's quest to discover if she has the virus.

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India lockdown: The heroes on the frontline of the coronavirus war

From hospital workers, to police, to rubbish collectors - key workers in India face a daunting task.

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Coronavirus: Why Ghana has gone into mourning after mass funeral ban

How the measures against the coronavirus in Ghana are challenging the country's religious way of life.

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Turkey sends secret arms shipments into Libya

BBC Africa Eye investigates secret arms shipments into Libya, and shows how foreign powers are fuelling an ongoing war.

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Coronavirus in South America: How it became a class issue

Early cases involved wealthier people who have been abroad, but fears are growing for the poorest.

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Coronavirus: What's young people's risk?

An 18-year-old has died of coronavirus in England. Are young people at risk from the virus?

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Facebook group calls soar 1,000% during Italy's lockdown

The social media platform has seen usage rocket in countries hardest hit by coronavirus lockdowns.

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Cho Ju-bin: South Korea chatroom sex abuse suspect named after outcry

At least 10,000 people used the chatrooms, with some paying up to $1,200 (£1,000) for access.

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Coronavirus: Walsall couple live stream wedding on Facebook

Kirsten and Richard Groom's dream wedding was thrown into doubt by the coronavirus restrictions.

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Coronavirus: Joe Wicks keeps children fit with online PE classes

The fitness guru is running free online classes every weekday for children.

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Will the coronavirus change the way we watch films?

The US and China, the world's most lucrative movie markets, are rethinking how they launch new films.

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Asia markets rise after US stimulus package agreed

Stocks rally around the world as America agrees a near-$2tn economic package to support its economy.

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Cho Ju-bin: South Korea chatroom sex abuse suspect named after outcry

At least 10,000 people used the chatrooms, with some paying up to $1,200 [£1,000] for access.

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Afghan gunmen storm Sikh temple in Kabul

An unknown number of people are reportedly trapped in the temple as security forces try to free them.

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Coronavirus: Trump hopes US will shake off pandemic by Easter

As the president sets out "a beautiful timeline", New York warns it is a "canary in the coal mine".

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Celebrating a birthday party by video chat

With social distancing measures in place, many are adjusting to the new normal online.

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Coronavirus: Reopening the US by Easter 'a beautiful timeline'

President Trump said he was speaking to the Coronavirus Taskforce about when to open the US for business.

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Coronavirus: How Covid-19 is denying dignity to the dead in Italy

Funerals have been banned in Italy - robbing many families of the chance to say a final goodbye.

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India's poorest 'fear hunger may kill us before coronavirus'

Millions of Indians who rely on daily wages from jobs like cleaning risk running out of money.

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Marini naturals: The haircare business that reaches 12 countries

Michelle Ntalami couldn't buy the products she wanted for her hair, so she set up a company to sell them.

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'Avoid using the microwave to get faster internet'

With millions of people working from home, media watchdog Ofcom has some tips to boost internet speed.

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Fossil worm shows us our evolutionary beginnings

A tiny, 555-million-year-old seafloor creature reveals why our bodies are organised the way they are.

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'Uh oh' - Trump backs away as official says she had fever

President Trump social distances from a coronavirus task force expert as she says she felt unwell.

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Afghanistan conflict: US to cut $1bn in aid over political feud

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announces the sanction after failing to get rival politicians to agree.

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Manu Dibango: African saxophone legend dies of Covid-19

Manu Dibango, the 86-year-old African jazz legend, dies in Paris after catching the coronavirus.

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Albert Uderzo: Asterix co-creator and illustrator dies aged 92

The Italian illustrated the comic book hero series and eventually took over the writing.

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Mammal study explains 'why females live longer'

Across wild mammal species, females live over 18% longer than males because of genetics and environment.

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Coronavirus: Wuhan to ease lockdown as world battles pandemic

The lockdown in the Chinese city where the outbreak began will be partially lifted next month.

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Coronavirus: Giuseppe Berardelli among 50 priests killed

Giuseppe Berardelli who gave his respirator to a patient is among 50 priests killed in Italy so far.

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Robo-chef cooks noodles in Tokyo and other tech news

Paul Carter looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week.

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Tokyo 2020: Why is Olympic decision taking so long?

It now seems almost certain that Tokyo 2020 will be postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic sweeping the world, BBC Sport takes a closer look.

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Coronavirus: Italian parcel delivery drivers rally in song

The workers sing as they pack parcels in Bergamo, Italy, one of the cities worst hit by coronavirus.

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Coronavirus information: What should I do?

Step-by-step, what to do to help prevent the spread of the virus.

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Coronavirus: Melbourne locals celebrate vivid sunrise 'amid the chaos'

Locals post images of spectacular orange skies, with many describing it as a welcome distraction.

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US tech giants team up to tackle coronavirus

Online retail giant Amazon and Microsoft's Bill Gates are working together to track the outbreak's spread.

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Coronavirus: Carmakers answer pleas to make medical supplies

The auto industry is pledging to help tackle a shortage of ventilators and masks as virus spreads.

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Coronavirus: Private clinic defends charging £375 for test

The clinic in London says it has "paused" its service following reports it sold several thousand tests.

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Coronavirus: Spanish army finds care home residents 'dead and abandoned'

An inquiry is launched after soldiers discover elderly coronavirus victims "dead in their beds".

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Antarctic seal photo wins top prize

A drone photo of crabeater seals resting on an ice float is overall winner in a nature photography competition.

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Coronavirus: How did Australia's Ruby Princess cruise debacle happen?

The Ruby Princess was allowed to unload 2,700 passengers in Sydney - now almost 50 have coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Trump wants US open for business amid pandemic

As conservative voices warn of damage to the economy, the president may be reassessing restrictions.

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Coronavirus: Life in Rome under lockdown

Italy is now the epicentre of the coronavirus crisis in Europe, but what is life in lockdown like?

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Teen figure skater's Special Olympics dream

Thirteen-year-old Ornela has Down's syndrome and is training to compete in the World Games next year.

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Ukraine's missing people amid ongoing conflict

Thousands of people have gone missing since the conflict started in 2014, according to the Red Cross.

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Coronavirus: Facebook cuts video quality to ease net strain

Netflix, Apple TV+ and Disney+ have also lowered their bitrates.

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Mozambique jihadists seize key town in Cabo Delgado.

Security forces are trying to retake the town where militants raised their flag at an army base.

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Coronavirus: Trump to deploy National Guard in three states

Troops will be used in New York, California and Washington to deliver urgently needed medical aid.

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UK coronavirus app 'must respect privacy rights'

Health chiefs are asked to be more open about plans for an app to tackle the spread of coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: South Korea reports lowest number of new cases in four weeks

The news fuels hope that Asia's worst coronavirus outbreak outside China may be abating.

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OneWeb increases mega-constellation to 74 satellites

The London-based start-up expands its network with a Soyuz launch from Baikonur in Kazakhstan

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Machine 'could quadruple' heart and lung transplants

The device managed to pump oxygenated blood into both organs in a world-first procedure.

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Coronavirus: Harvey Weinstein tests positive

The former producer was convicted of rape and sexual assault last month and is now in a New York prison.

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Global economy will suffer for 'years to come' says OECD

OECD boss Angel Gurría says the economic shock is already bigger than the financial crisis

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Coronavirus: Melbourne zookeeper’s livestream dance goes viral

An Australian zoo has begun streaming its animals – but it’s a keeper who’s proved most popular.

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Coronavirus: Olympic doubts grow as Canada withdraws athletes

As it becomes the first country to pull out, Canada "urgently calls" for the games to be postponed.

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Stocks fall as nations take coronavirus action

Shares in Asia slide on Monday as more drastic action is taken by governments to stop virus spreading.

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Israel's coronavirus patient 74 talks about her experience

Israel's coronavirus patient 74, also known as Dani, posts about her experience on social media.

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Coronavirus: Indians bang pots and pans to support fight

Millions of Indians came out on their balconies and rooftops to show support for health workers.

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Coronavirus: More myths to ignore

Reality Check tackles misleading health advice being shared online.

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The volunteer army helping self-isolating neighbours

The coronavirus outbreak has left many feeling trapped indoors, but for some help may not be far away.

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How Marsha Hunt fought Hollywood blacklisting

The 102-year-old is one of the last people still alive who was named as a communist sympathisers.

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'I bought a winery and it caused a US-French row'

When US entrepreneur Michael Baum bought a famous French vineyard it caused a trans-Atlantic spat.

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South Africa: 'Our children are dying, but President Ramaphosa doesn't care'

South Africa's leader Cyril Ramaphosa is accused of inaction over a spate of child murders.

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Tskaltubo: Georgia's abandoned resort that refugees call home

Georgia plans to revive Tskaltubo, an abandoned Soviet-era spa town, but it's an uncertain time for thousands of civil war refugees living among the decaying sanatoriums.

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'I thought he was going to tear chunks out of my skin'

A third of men carrying out rough sex acts such as biting and choking do not ask for consent, a survey finds.

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Apollo 13: One family's agony and triumph

On 11 April 1970, the Lovells watched their husband and father blast off on an ill-fated mission to the Moon.

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Coronavirus: Frozen birthday party held on Zoom video chat app

Thirty children took part in the virtual celebration for a self-isolated four-year-old.

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IOC sets Tokyo Olympics decision deadline

The International Olympic Committee is considering a postponement of Tokyo 2020, and has given itself a deadline of four weeks to make a decision.

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Coronavirus: At least 23 killed in Colombia prison riot

Prisoners held protests against overcrowding and poor health services during the coronavirus outbreak.

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Coronavirus: Germany tightens curbs and bans meetings of more than two

The country expands restrictions on social interaction as Chancellor Merkel goes into quarantine.

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Coronavirus: New York warns of major shortages in 10 days

New York's mayor issues a stark warning as the state struggles to slow the spread of coronavirus.

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Zagreb hit by largest earthquake in 140 years

The Coratian PM says the 5.3 magnitude earthquake is the largest to hit Zagreb in 140 years.

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Coronavirus: Bar Mitzvah celebrations online

Religious communities take on the coronavirus lockdown by going virtual.

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Coronavirus: India observes 14-hour curfew

More than a billion people are being asked to stay indoors for 14-hours to try to combat the pandemic.

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Earthquake rocks Croatia's capital Zagreb

The 5.3-magnitude tremor sent chunks of buildings falling into the streets in Zagreb.

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Cigarette leads police to Florida cold case murder suspect

DNA evidence helped Florida police identify a man suspected of murdering a young mother in 1985.

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Coronavirus: India observes 14-hour curfew

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Sunday's curfew would test India's ability to fight the virus.

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Coronavirus: Australian PM warns of lockdowns

Scott Morrison said people must take social distancing seriously after crowds flocked to Bondi Beach.

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How Parsis shaped India's taste for soft drinks

Over the past two centuries, fizzy drinks have become a $8bn (£6.9bn) industry in India.

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How the Pet Shop Boys accidentally made the best tour diary in pop history

How the Pet Shop Boys inadvertently ended up with the best tour diary in pop history.

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How Nigeria's kings lost their power

The removal of the revered emir of Kano raises questions about the continued role of Nigeria's traditional rulers.

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Coronavirus: No Russia lockdown as Putin puts on show of calm

Russia's president intends to defy the spread of coronavirus and push ahead with a national vote.

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The 'climate doomers' preparing for society to fall apart

Few scientists think climate change will cause society to collapse any time soon - but some people are getting ready anyway.

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How to argue with a racist: Five myths debunked

Stereotypes and myths about race are not just used by racists. Here's how to debunk five myths.

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Step-by-step guide: How to video call your family

This guide will show you how to make and receive video calls on a variety of devices.

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The virtual reality church that isn't shutting its doors

Even before the coronavirus pandemic, one church has been experimenting with virtual reality.

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Online festival celebrates arts affected by Covid-19

Playwright Nick Green launched the Social Distancing Festival to shine a spotlight on lost projects.

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OneWeb increases mega-constellation to 74 satellites

The London-based start-up expands its network with a Soyuz launch from Baikonur in Kazakhstan

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German police arrest man over high-speed rail tampering

The 51-year-old is accused of loosening bolts on a railway track just before a bridge outside Frankfurt.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51992070

Coronavirus: Lombardy region announces stricter measures

More than 4,825 people have died in Italy since the coronavirus outbreak began.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51991972

Diamond samples in Canada reveal size of lost continent

A billion-year-old continent was larger than previously thought, Canadian geologists find.

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Coronavirus: Police clamp down on crowds in Bondi Beach

Police temporarily close the beach after crowds exceeded Australia's gathering limit.

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Coronavirus: A father's fears in Kenya's crowded Kibera settlement

A family of seven in one room in Kenya's largest informal settlement fear the spread of Covid-19.

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Country music star Kenny Rogers dies

American country music star Kenny Rogers dies aged 81, his family announces.

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Coronavirus: Police take action on Bondi Beach crowds

Large crowds of people are still flocking to Sydney's beaches despite the coronavirus pandemic.

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Five reasons to find hope amid chaos

From environmental improvements to acts of kindness, there are glimmers of light amid the crisis.

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Coronavirus: When elderly parents want to carry on socialising

What if older relatives or friends prefer to ignore the risks and don't want to stay in?

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Victor Olaiya: Nigeria's 'evil genius' trumpeter who influenced Fela Kuti

Nigerian Victor Olaiya, who died last month, was a musical pioneer and mentor to the Afrobeat legend.

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Coronavirus: Why are Australia's remote Aboriginal communities at risk?

Australia is severely restricting access to remote Aboriginal communities amid coronavirus fears.

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60 days of coronavirus in the US - in 60 seconds

The first case of Covid-19 in the United States appeared in Seattle, Washington on 21 January.

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Coronavirus: How to spread joy in a world of self-isolation

Whether it's music, art or 'modifed block parties', coronavirus is changing the way we interact.

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Coronavirus: The school of Mum and Dad

There are plenty of online resources to help children keep learning while schools are closed.

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North Korea fires two projectiles into sea

The launch is the third this month, according South Korea's Yonhap news agency.

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Coronavirus: People in Beijing begin to head outdoors

The BBC's China correspondent Stephen McDonell met people venturing out for the first time in weeks.

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Turning SXSW disappointment into an online opportunity

Musicians due to play on the British Embassy stage at SXSW in Texas have been offered a platform of a different kind.

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Coronavirus: US, Canada and Mexico restrict border traffic

As the US battles the coronavirus outbreak, "non-essential" traffic is suspended across its borders.

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Coronavirus: Four members of New Jersey family die

The death of Grace Fusco and three of her adult children is an "unbearable tragedy", relatives say.

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Kenyan athletics star Eliud Kipchoge explains how he's keeping fit while in quarantine.

The greatest marathon runner in the world, Eliud Kipchoge, is keeping a video diary for the BBC while he is self-isolating.

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Aurlus Mabele: Congolese music legend dies 'from coronavirus'

'King of soukous' Aurlus Mabele died on the same day he was taken into hospital.

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Coronavirus: Elon Musk 'child immunity' tweet will stay online

The Tesla and SpaceX founder falsely claimed that children were "essentially immune" to the virus.

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Coronavirus: US Senators face calls to resign over ‘insider trading’

Two US senators reportedly sold millions of dollars in stocks while downplaying the virus' threat.

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Coronavirus: BT has 'plenty of capacity' despite Netflix quality cuts

Amid concerns about capacity, Netflix slashes its network use – but BT says there is no problem.

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Japan cherry blossom season wilted by the coronavirus pandemic

The traditional cherry blossom viewing, or hanami, season is hugely economically and culturally important.

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Is Iran covering up its outbreak?

Iran has seen one of the worst coronavirus outbreaks but the true scale may be being downplayed.

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Coronavirus: Ways to stay social online while in self-isolation

Workouts, cooking lessons and pub quizzes - how people are using the internet to socialise in self-isolation.

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Coronavirus: The taxi driver falsely accused of links to

Jude Ikuenobe was falsely accused on social media of using a Covid-19 patient to extort money.

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Delhi Nirbhaya rape death penalty: How the case galvanised India

Four convicts in the Delhi bus rape case have been hanged, ending a seven-year legal battle.

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Coronavirus: California issues 'stay at home' order amid virus

The governor projects the virus will soon infect more than half of the 40 million people in his state.

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Coronavirus: Nowruz festival overshadowed by outbreak

Iran's actual death toll is feared to be higher and its neighbours are braced for worse to come.

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Vampire bats 'French kiss with blood' to form lasting bonds

Researchers observing the mammals saw them sharing regurgitated blood with their neighbours.

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Delhi Nirbhaya rape death penalty: What do hangings mean for India's women?

The victim was dubbed Nirbhaya, 'the fearless one', but that's not how most women really feel.

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Coronavirus: Robots use light beams to zap hospital viruses

Demand has surged for robots equipped with powerful ultraviolet lights that can kill viruses.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51914722

Quiz of the week: What has Bill Gates been up to?

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

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What does kids TV look like in North Korea?

Exploring the weird, wonderful and surprisingly violent world of North Korean children's television.

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Coronavirus: The taxi driver falsely accused of extortion

Jude Ikuenobe was falsely accused on social media of using a Covid-19 patient to extort money.

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US students party on spring break despite coronavirus

US university students flocked to Florida, despite warnings over the new coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Robots use light beams to zap hospital viruses

Demand has surged for robots equipped with powerful ultraviolet lights that can kill viruses.

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Nirbhaya case: Four Indian men executed for 2012 Delhi bus rape and murder

The men were convicted of raping and murdering a student in the Indian capital in 2012.

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Catherine Hamlin: Grief in Ethiopia as trailblazing Australian doctor dies

Australian Catherine Hamlin helped women treated like "modern-day lepers" after giving birth.

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Coronavirus: Twitter bans 'unsafe' advice about the outbreak

Restriction covers misinformation about the virus and promotion of unverified treatments.

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German police raid neo-Nazi Reichsbürger movement nationwide

The anti-Semitic Reichsbürger members say they do not recognise the post-war German state.

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WHO head tells Africa to 'wake up' to coronavirus threat

The continent has a low number of confirmed Covid-19 cases, but is warned to prepare for the worst.

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Coronavirus: Europe already looking to extend virus lockdowns

Stringent measures could be long-lasting, with France and Italy talking tough on transgressors.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51959243

Gal Gadot, Natalie Portman and Amy Adams in star-studded Imagine cover

The self-isolating Wonder Woman actress enlists Natalie Portman and Amy Adams for a cover of Imagine.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51959070

Tens of thousands gather in Bangladesh amid virus concerns

The religious leader who organised the event said it would offer people protection from the virus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-51956510

Coronavirus: Facebook group helps parents and kids during lockdown

As families self-isolate, one mum created a group to share fun tips and ideas for engaging children.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51955043

European Central Bank launches emergency €750bn plan

European Central Bank head Christine Lagarde: "There are no limits to our commitment to the euro".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51955389

Coronavirus: Air pollution and CO2 fall rapidly as virus spreads

Some regions show significant drops in air pollutants as the coronavirus hits work and travel.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-51944780

Coronavirus in Africa: What impact could virus have on the continent?

The BBC’s Andrew Harding looks at the impact Coronavirus could have in countries across Africa.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-51952739

Coronavirus: South Africa braces for the worst

Andrew Harding visits a poor South African neighbourhood to see how it will cope with an outbreak.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-51949125

Coronavirus protest in Brazil sees millions bang pots from balconies

Millions of people across the country express anger at the president's response to the outbreak.

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Coronavirus: Asian nations face second wave of imported cases

South Korea, China and Singapore all report a rise in cases as people start arriving back home.

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Coronavirus: Trump puts US on war footing to combat outbreak

Two US Navy hospital ships will also be sent to help relieve an expected shortage of sick beds.

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Ghislaine Maxwell sues Jeffrey Epstein's estate over legal fees

Ghislaine Maxwell's lawsuit also claims she has had to hire security over "regular death threats".

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Coronavirus: Should you let your children play with other children?

As more and more schools close around the world, parents are wrestling with the same dilemma.

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Coronavirus: The detectives racing to contain the virus in Singapore

Tracing every contact of virus patients has meant Singapore could stay one step ahead of it, so far.

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Singapore has moved all its hawkers indoors, and other big Asian cities are following suit

Singapore has moved all its street food vendors indoors. Could that be a model for other cities?

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Does pandemic offer US and Iran chance for partial reset?

Jonathan Marcus looks at whether the crisis might lead to some rapprochement between the arch-foes.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-51948510

Facebook content moderators paid to work from home

The company will also increase the use of AI to moderate and remove inappropriate content.

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New Zealand passes law decriminalising abortion

Parliament's vote to remove the procedure from the Crimes Act changes a law in force since 1977.

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Hiking and beach cleaning - in heels and drag

Pattie Gonia is on a mission to get everyone, especially LGBTQ people, outside and caring for Mother Nature.

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US-Canada border to close amid virus crisis

Donald Trump and his Canadian counterpart Justin Trudeau are stopping all but essential travel.

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Coronavirus: Tourists quarantined on cruise ship Aidamira off South Africa

Six of the 1,7000 people on board the Aidamira, off Cape Town, are being tested for coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Elon Musk's US Tesla factory suspends production

The factory begins a three-week lockdown in line with other non-essential businesses in the Bay Area.

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Facial recognition: Artists trying to fool cameras

A group of protesters are angry about the use of facial recognition cameras by police in London.

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Coronavirus: Temporary hospital being built in Moscow

Construction work is underway on a temporary hospital that has been designed to treat hundreds of patients.

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Coronavirus: EU entry ban hits travellers as lockdown widens

A 30-day ban on travellers comes into force as the bloc tries to halt the spread of coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Amazon blocks non-essential items from warehouses

The retail giant wants to prioritise stocking of important household and medical supplies.

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Leroy Brewer: South Africa hunt rhino poaching investigator's killers

South Africa's police chief pays tribute to Lt Col Leroy Brewer after he is shot dead in an ambush.

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Coronavirus: Venice canals clearer after lockdown

Venetians say they're seeing fish once again in the city's famous waters.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51943104

Coronavirus: Violinists play Titanic hymn in front of empty toilet paper isle

The violinists say their widely shared performance is about coping and having a laugh in tough times.

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Coronavirus: 'Aggressive' action needed in South East Asia, says WHO

It comes as many countries in the region have been slow in responding to the outbreak.

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Coronavirus: Facebook to give staff $1,000 bonuses

The social media giant is handing out payments to employees and offering grants to small businesses.

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Virus could shake up world's most expensive cities

The rankings of the most expensive cities to live in could see a big shift after coronavirus impact.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51922267

Coronavirus: Asia stocks steady on stimulus plans

Market turmoil cools after US and UK unveil packages to ease the economic impact of the pandemic.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51921922

Coronavirus hits all 50 US states as death toll rises

The Pentagon pledges to make available masks and respirators, as New York City considers a lockdown.

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Grace Millane's killer to appeal against conviction and sentence

The 28-year-old, who cannot be named, was jailed for at least 17 years last month for her murder.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-essex-51939561

Coronavirus: Australia bans 'non-essential' gatherings of over 100 people

PM Scott Morrison announces sweeping new measures, but stops short of declaring a full lockdown.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-51939211

Coronavirus: Why washing hands is difficult in some countries

The World Health Organisation's advice is difficult to follow in some developing countries.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-51929598

New York: The city that never sleeps on lockdown

The streets of America's largest city, New York, are empty as business grinds to a halt.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51880799

Coronavirus: How can we stay in virtual touch with older relatives?

Older people who may not already have video-calling devices are being told to avoid leaving home.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51933618

How the Ivorian president stunned West Africa by calling it quits

Ivory Coast's President Alassane Ouattara confounds critics by announcing he will step down.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-51911380

Coronavirus: How to stay in virtual touch with older relatives

Older people who may not already have video-calling devices are being told to avoid leaving home.

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Joe Biden crushes Bernie Sanders in Florida vote

The former US vice-president is favourite to face President Donald Trump in November.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51939611

Trump angers Beijing with 'Chinese virus' tweet

The US president used the term despite warnings to avoid stigmatising one region or group.

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Coronavirus: Spanish deaths surge close to 500

The latest figures come as the EU plans cross-border travel bans and France begins its lockdown.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51927790

Trump angers Beijing with 'Chinese virus' tweet

The US president used the term despite warnings to avoid stigmatising one region or group.

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Chad 'repaying $100m debt to Angola with cattle'

The first batch of 74,000 animals, to be shipped over 10 years, has reportedly arrived in Luanda.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-51925035

UK mobile networks face problems

There are increasing reports of issues with voice calls as more people work from home

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Iran students sorry for ‘raining aubergines’ videos

The videos, which went viral, showed vegetables raining down on cars and people’s heads.

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Cats movie loses big time at the Razzie Awards

The widely derided film version of the hit stage musical gets six "awards" including worst picture.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51925486

Carphone Warehouse to close all standalone stores at cost of 2,900 jobs

The move, which is not related to the coronavirus outbreak, will lead to 531 shops being shut.

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Coronavirus: German Big Brother contestants to be told about pandemic

Until now the Big Brother housemates in Germany have been unaware about the global pandemic.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-51923334

Coronavirus: Australian scientists map how immune system fights virus

Australian researchers identify four types of immune cells which present in response to Covid-19.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-51921403

Coronavirus: Australian supermarkets open early for elderly shoppers

Woolworths has started a special "elderly hour" for older shoppers and those with disabilities.

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Coronavirus: Stars join the fight against Covid-19

From elbow greetings to hand-washing songs, celebs are offering their own versions of virus advice.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-51913872

Amazon on hiring spree as coronavirus spurs demand

The online retail giant is taking on 100,000 workers in the US to deal with a surge in online orders.

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Amazon on hiring spree as coronavirus spurs demand

The online retail giant is taking on 100,000 workers in the US to deal with a surge in online orders.

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Coronavirus: Hong Kong to quarantine all arrivals from abroad

Hong Kong has seen 57 new infections over the past two weeks, 50 of which were imported.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51921515

World stocks rocked by record volatility

The Dow has seen its five biggest ever one-day points falls in the last month on coronavirus fears.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51921420

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson released from coronavirus treatment

Meanwhile, fellow actor Idris Elba announces he has the virus - telling followers "no panic".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-51921513

Climate change: The rich are to blame, international study finds

The Leeds University study looked at 86 countries and came to broadly the same conclusions about the rich.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51906530

The Indian couple who swear by blind love

An Indian photographer documents an unusual love story that looks beyond appearances.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-51737916

Uganda's Kanungu cult massacre that killed 700 followers

Twenty years ago, they were locked inside a church that was set on fire in south-west Uganda.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-51821411

Why Texas is saying 'no' to all new refugees

Texas' longstanding reputation for hospitality has taken a hit as it embraces a new Trump refugee plan.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51551701

Reducing brain damage in sport without losing the thrills

Sports like NFL and rugby are taking head injuries much more seriously and employing technology to help.

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Reducing brain damage in sport without losing the thrills

Sports like NFL and rugby are taking head injuries much more seriously and employing technology to help.

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Coronavirus: Some China schools reopen after more than a month

Students in Guizhou province, south-west China, are returning to school after more than a month off.

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Coronavirus: Broadband firms say no issue with extra demand

Staying at home is unlikely to cause any problems with the nation's broadband network, ISPs say.

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Church sexual abuse: French priest jailed for five years

Bernard Preynat was found guilty of abusing dozens of children in the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51910689

Coronavirus: How to manage anxiety and OCD during the pandemic

How are people with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) coping during the coronavirus outbreak?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-51909368

Coronavirus: US man who stockpiled hand sanitiser probed for price gouging

Matt Colvin, from Tennessee in the US, bought 17,700 bottles of hand gel to re-sell on Amazon.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51909045

Mumbai is India's most 'forgetful' city, says Uber

Phones and false teeth are some of the items left behind in taxis, cab hailing firm Uber says.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-51905870

Coronavirus: Germany latest country to close borders

Only goods and workers can pass, with France also warning its situation is "deteriorating fast".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51905129

Coronavirus: African states impose strict restrictions

Several states restrict foreign nationals, close schools and ban mass gatherings to halt the outbreak.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-51906053

Coronavirus: Job interviews go online as candidates stuck at home

Recruiters say it's also easier to reach candidates as they work out of the office during the pandemic.

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Coronavirus clears Venice of crowds

A Venice resident shows us how the city has been completely transformed by the coronavirus shutdown.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51902703

Satoshi Uematsu: Japanese man who killed 19 disabled people sentenced to death

Satoshi Uematsu said disabled people who were unable to communicate well had no human rights.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-51903289

Coronavirus: New York City shuts down schools, restaurants and theatres

Mayor Bill de Blasio says the city faces "an unprecedented threat" and needs a "wartime mentality".

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51902681

Christchurch attack: Messages of hope one year one

One year after the mosque attacks, a campaign has collected messages for Christchurch's Muslims.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-51903530

Coronavirus: Louis Vuitton owner to start making hand sanitiser

Luxury goods firm LVMH will make disinfectant gels in France as demand soars during virus pandemic.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51868756

Israeli rivals hold unity government talks to tackle coronavirus

Benjamin Netanyahu and Benny Gantz pledge to hold more talks after failing to reach a deal on Sunday.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-51902678

Australian man charged over supermarket 'assault'

The alleged assault in Sydney took place as other shoppers argued over stockpiling items.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-51903149

The 'climate doomers' preparing for society to fall apart

Few scientists think climate change will cause society to collapse any time soon - but some people are getting ready anyway.

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The Cashmere crisis in the Himalayan ice desert

Photographer Adrian Newey has documented the lives of the Changpa nomads and the threat to Cashmere wool.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-51708991

Ethiopia's missing students: Families' pain and the unsolved mystery

The government has been slow to resolve the issue linked to the country's ethnic tensions.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-51411720

The Boss: 'I embraced being a feminist boss'

How fashion boss Katrina Lake was able to succeed despite having to battle sexism.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51851100

Coronavirus: PM urges industry to help make NHS ventilators

Boris Johnson is to ask engineering firms to shift production lines to build the life-saving equipment.

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Minecraft ‘loophole’ library of banned journalism

How the popular video game Minecraft is being used as a way for journalism to beat global censors.

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Bill Gates steps down from Microsoft board to focus on philanthropy

The company's 65-year-old co-founder will spend more time on philanthropic activities.

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Spain's King Felipe VI renounces father's inheritance

King Felipe cancels an annual allowance of €194,000 for his scandal-hit father Juan Carlos.

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Van Dyck painting stolen from University of Oxford gallery

Two other high-value works were stolen from the Christ Church Picture Gallery late on Saturday.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-oxfordshire-51897201

Coronavirus: US slashes rates and launches huge stimulus programme

The move to combat the impact of coronavirus is a co-ordinated action with Europe, Japan and Canada.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51901998

Coronavirus: EU states record highest one-day death toll

Italy, Spain and France all report grim new figures for fatalities from the coronavirus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51901976

Coronavirus: Pubs asked to close by Irish government

The move is part of social distancing measures to slow the spread of coronavirus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51901372

Coronavirus: Nigerian celebrities wear blinged-up masks

They don jewelled masks on the red carpet and add #CoronaVirusFashion to social media posts.

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Coronavirus: 'Please stay at home'

Police use drones to enforce movement restrictions in Spain's fight against the coronavirus infection

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51900325

Mali backs singer Rokia Traoré after French arrest

She is accused of kidnapping her five-year-old daughter after she lost her custody battle.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-51896376

Simone Biles hits back at USA Gymnastics 'happy birthday' tweet

Simone Biles reiterates call for independent investigation into Larry Nassar sex abuse scandal after happy birthday tweet from USA Gymnastics.

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Coronavirus: Austria bans most gatherings as restrictions tighten

European countries are tightening restrictions as the number of coronavirus cases rises.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51897069

Coronavirus: Applause rings out for health workers in Spain

Residents in Spain and Italy show their gratitude to health personnel treating coronavirus patients.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51895386

Coronavirus: US airports in disarray over screening

Travellers returning from Europe queue for hours as new health screening measures are introduced.

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ICYMI: 'Super worm moon' and a burst of colour

Here are some stories you may have missed this week – before measures to combat coronavirus came in.

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Coronavirus: Australia orders all arrivals to self-isolate for 14 days

PM Scott Morrison orders a 14-day self-isolation for anyone entering Australia from midnight Sunday.

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Trump tests negative for coronavirus - White House doctor

The US president was tested a week after meeting Brazilian officials later found to be infected.

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MRKH syndrome: 'The day I discovered I was born without a vagina'

A routine question about menstruation led Julian Peter to discover she had no vagina, womb or cervix.

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Ratan Tata: An unlikely friendship between a magnate and a millennial

The Indian businessman behind the Tata empire has formed an unlikely friendship with a 27-year-old.

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Canadian and Italian tourists kidnapped in Burkina Faso turn up in Mali

Édith Blais and Luca Tacchetto, seized in 2018, apparently escaped and were picked up by UN forces.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-51893154

France orders non-essential public places to close

PM Edouard Philippe asks citizens to go out as little as possible.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51892477

Coronavirus: Tokyo Olympics will go ahead, says Japan's PM Shinzo Abe

Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe says the Tokyo Olympic Games will go ahead as planned in July, despite coronavirus concerns.

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Coronavirus: Washing hands no longer 'a luxury' – Irish deputy PM

Irish deputy PM Simon Coveney says the coronavirus is going to change the way in which everyone lives.

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Coronavirus: US to extend coronavirus travel ban to UK and Ireland

The new restriction will come into force in the early hours of Tuesday morning.

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Iraq base attack: Coalition and Iraqi troops hurt as Taji targeted again

The attack comes a day after US air strikes in retaliation for a previous attack on the base.

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Coronavirus: Italian patients treated in tents and warehouse

As Italy is overwhelmed with the coronavirus crisis, one hospital has to treat patients in warehouses.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51883589

Coronavirus: Spanish cases up by 1,500 in a day

The news comes as the government prepares to declare a nationwide state of emergency.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51888936

Coronavirus: Italians sing from their windows to boost morale

A countrywide lockdown has not stopped Italians from bursting into morale-boosting song.

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Coronavirus: Do face masks actually work?

With face masks in high demand, we look at whether they really can protect people from the virus.

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Coronavirus: New Zealand PM says all arrivals must self-isolate

PM Jacinda Ardern says it is the world's strictest measure, with only Pacific islanders being exempt.

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Coronavirus: US travel ban on 26 European countries comes into force

The US president has also declared a national emergency, freeing up to $50bn in relief funds.

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Shincheonji and coronavirus: The mysterious 'cult' church blamed for S Korea's outbreak

The Shincheonji Church is known for its secretive practices, which many say helped the virus spread.

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France's Macron defies coronavirus lockdown with elections

Not even the coronavirus emergency will stop the French voting in local elections.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51862828

Africa v coronavirus: A challenge for the continent

How countries across the continent are preparing as the deadly virus spreads around the world.

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US-Mexico border: Pregnant woman from Guatemala dies after fall from wall

The case shows a change in how migrants are trying to reach the US amid new measures, officials say.

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South Africa King Dalindyebo arrested after 'axe rampage'

Buyelekhaya Dalindyebo, recently freed from jail on parole, stormed the palace to confront his son.

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Farooq Abdullah: Kashmir leader released from seven-month detention

Farooq Abdullah was among thousands India put under house arrest before Kashmir lost its special status.

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Apple's China stores reopen after a month

The iPhone maker reopens dozens of stores across China after nearly a month.

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Uefa: All competitions including Champions League and Europa League postponed

All Uefa competitions, including the Champions League and Europa League, are postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/51870540

Pentagon to reconsider Jedi $10bn cloud contract

Amazon argues the decision to award the contract to Microsoft was politically motivated.

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Carlos Cordeiro: US Soccer president resigns following 'offensive' law suit papers

US Soccer president Carlos Cordeiro resigns after taking responsibility for "offensive" language used in court papers submitted in an equal pay case.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/51868203

Coronavirus: Indian greeting namaste goes global

In an effort to halt the spread of Covid-19, many have switched from the handshake to the namaste.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-51854798

Coronavirus: First death confirmed in India

The 76-year-old man returned from Saudi Arabia on 29 February after a month-long visit.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-51866903

Mount Everest: Nepal's government shuts off mountain amid virus outbreak

The highest mountain in the world will be closed to climbers until at least 30 April.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-51866342

Coronavirus: Asian stocks extend global markets rout

Friday's slump follows the biggest one-day declines in the US and UK since Black Monday in 1987.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51849106

Coronavirus: Tourism in Thailand hit by Covid-19

Thailand's tourism industry, once considered very robust, is now struggling because of coronavirus.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51796812

Saviour of the dead: Burying the bodies India forgets

Mohammad Shareef never got to bury the son he lost in religious riots, so now he lays others to rest.

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Life inside China's lockdown

Two filmmakers record life inside the epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak in China.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51858226

Are female urinals the answer to queues at the loos?

Clever designs are trying to tackle queues for female loos, but will the innovations catch on?

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51293676

Coronavirus: How hackers are preying on fears of Covid-19

How to spot five of the biggest email phishing scams based around Covid-19 concerns.

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Game-playing robot admits mistakes, plus other news

BBC Click’s Kitty Knowles looks at some of the best technology news stories of the week.

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Iraq base attack: US launches retaliatory strikes on Iran-backed fighters

They follow a rocket attack on a military base in Iraq that killed two Americans and a British soldier.

source https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-51865489