Trump says he will ban TikTok in the US

US security officials fear the Chinese-owned app could be used to collect Americans' personal data. ...

Coronavirus: Mexico's death toll becomes world's third highest

Mexico reports at least 46,688 deaths with coronavirus, with only the US and Brazil recording higher numbers. ...

Trump says he will ban TikTok in the US

US security officials fear the Chinese-owned app could be used to collect Americans' personal data. ...

Coronavirus: More than half of furloughed staff 'back at work'

A think tank suggests 4.5 million are currently furloughed as employers begin contributions today. ...

Dr Fauci grilled on virus spread during protests

"You're putting words into my mouth," the US infectious disease chief says in a grilling by Congress. ...

Dangerous heat wave forecast for south-western areas of US

Forecasters say temperatures could rise to 50C on Saturday in parts of Utah, Nevada and California. ...

How basketball could revive African economies

NBA Africa is looking to launch the African Basketball League in order to boost the economy. ...

Week in pictures: 25 July-31 July 2020

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

Why a new generation of Thais are protesting against the government

A new political divide in Thailand has emerged between the country's youth and its older generation. ...

US election 2020: The war hero who could be Biden's running mate

Senator Tammy Duckworth is an Iraq war veteran and the first Thai-American woman elected to Congress. ...

India coronavirus: Gold rush as pandemic roils country's economy

As Covid-19 worsens the economic slump, Indians are returning to a trusted asset: gold. ...

Phyllis Omido: The woman who won $12m fighting lead battery poisoners

Kenyan activist Phyllis Omido has been ignored, harassed and arrested, but she never gave up. ...

Belarus: The mother challenging an authoritarian president

Political novice Svetlana Tikhanovskaya rallies protesters in a battle with Alexander Lukashenko. ...

Job-hunting: 'I apply everywhere - few firms reply'

The pandemic has created a desperate hunt for jobs in an increasingly competitive market. ...

Jet2 to refund customers returning early from Spain

The airline says it will refund cancelled return flights from Spain and unused holiday dates. ...

BA staff and plane fanatics hunt for 747 souvenirs

The retirement of British Airways' fleet of 747s has triggered a bout of nostalgia from its fans. ...

House prices bounced back in July, says Nationwide

Pent-up demand and the stamp duty holiday boosted prices, but Nationwide warns it could be a false dawn. ...

Spanish economy feels pain of coronavirus

France and Italy also see double-digit contractions as the pandemic hits growth across Europe. ...

Kylie and Kendall Jenner endorsed 'knock-off' Apple products on Instagram

They promoted AirPods clones, whose design may be in breach of Apple's intellectual property rights. ...

Australia unveils plan to force Google and Facebook to pay for news

Google and Facebook would pay news outlets in the "world-leading" plan, the government says. ...

Can Super Rishi save the economy from Covid-19?

Will Rishi Sunak's £190bn superpower be enough to counter the economic effects of coronavirus? ...

Coronavirus: Why some people want to keep working from home

Office workers in England can soon go back to their desks - but many want to keep working remotely. ...

British Airways owner IAG says recovery will not be before 2023

IAG group says recovery will take at least three years as it announces plans to raise billions in new funds. ...

NatWest slumps to loss on bad loan provision

The bank has put aside another £2.1bn, expecting more defaults on loans because of the pandemic. ...

Universal Credit 'failing millions of people', say peers

Lords blame the design of the benefit payment for "soaring rent arrears and use of food banks". ...

Burberry and Tencent team up for concept stores

The luxury British retailer and China's tech giant have joined forces amid growing national tensions. ...

League of Legends European Championship cancels Saudi deal after backlash

Fans of the esports league say they were right to highlight Saudi Arabia's human rights record. ...

Obama eulogy makes thinly veiled digs at Trump

Barack Obama eulogises late congressman John Lewis, with a few jabs at his White House successor. ...

Trudeau: 'no preferential treatment' for WE Charity

Canada's PM denies playing a role in picking a charity tied to his family for a federal programme. ...

South Africa's apartheid-era statues 'should be put in a theme park'

South African sculptor Pitika Ntuli on what we should do with reminders of colonial and racist history. ...

Burberry and Tencent team up for concept stores

The luxury British retailer and China's tech giant have joined forces amid growing national tensions. ...

Lee Teng-hui: Taiwan's 'father of democracy' dies

Lee successfully pushed for more democracy, but took a controversially hard line against China. ...

Michael Brown: Officer won't be charged for 2014 killing of teenager

The killing of 18-year-old Michael Brown in Ferguson triggered protests across the US in 2014. ...

Afghanistan: At least 17 killed in Eid car blast

The explosion came on the eve of a ceasefire declared by the Taliban during the festival of Eid. ...

Covid-19: Why Hong Kong's 'third wave' is a warning

Until recently, the city was seen as a poster child in its handling of the pandemic. What went wrong? ...

What exactly is a 'Karen' and where did the meme come from?

To many the Karen meme - and its male equivalent Ken - sums up a specific type of white privilege. ...

The 'real' threat to Russia’s former doping mastermind

The ex-mastermind of Russian sports doping, Grigory Rodchenkov, now only appears in disguise. Matt Majendie explains why. ...

Bollywood's 'warts and all' biopic on 'human computer'

Bollywood actress Vidya Balan plays Shakuntala Devi who dazzled the world with her skill with numbers. ...

The middle-css Pakistani students fighting for a homeland dream

Shahdad Mumtaz died for his beliefs. Could a missing student end up waging war on the Pakistani state? ...

Lloyds profits wiped out as bank warns about economic outlook

Britain's biggest retail bank sees profits wiped out as it sets aside another £2.4bn for possible bad loans. ...

German economy suffers sharpest decline on record

The economy shrank by 10.1% in the April-to-June period, official figures show. ...

Training your brain to relax on a virtual island

A headset that can measure your brain's reaction to images could improve mental health. ...

Hong Kong bars 12 opposition candidates from election

Opposition candidates had hoped to capitalise on anger over a controversial security law. ...

'Coronavirus has delayed my career prospects'

The government can retrain and support people, but are there the jobs to provide employment? ...

Killer of Rafiki, Uganda's rare silverback mountain gorilla, jailed

The Ugandan hunter said that he had killed the animal in self defence when he was attacked. ...

Redundancy pay to be protected for furloughed workers

Furloughed workers losing their jobs will be eligible for redundancy pay based on their normal wages. ...

Amazon boss Jeff Bezos refutes claims company acted like a 'drug dealer'

The Amazon boss is questioned by US Congress on one company's experience with his business. ...

Standard Chartered profits take coronavirus hit

The bank, whose biggest market is Hong Kong, faces criticism for its stance on China's actions in the city. ...

Coronavirus: Samsung profits soar on work from home demand

The world's biggest producer of memory chips sees demand jump as data centres expanded during lockdowns. ...

Nasa Mars rover: Perseverance robot poised for launch

The one-tonne vehicle will search for signs of Martian life and prepare rocks to send home to Earth. ...

Nasa Mars 2020: First aircraft to fly on another planet

Ingenuity is a 1.8kg (4lb) helicopter that will ride to Mars attached to the belly of Nasa's Perseverance. ...

'I recorded fraudsters stealing my money'

Criminals are exploiting the coronavirus pandemic for gain, according to one leading investigator. ...

Nasa Mars rover: Perseverance robot poised for launch

The one-tonne vehicle will search for signs of Martian life and prepare rocks to send home to Earth. ...

Coronavirus: Samsung profits soar on work from home demand

The world's biggest producer of memory chips sees demand jump as data centres expanded during lockdowns. ...

Coronavirus: Australia's Victoria records huge case jump

The state reports its highest case and death toll - prompting fears that lockdown is not working. ...

Coronavirus: Samsung profits soar on work from home demand

The world's biggest producer of memory chips sees demand jump as data centres expanded during lockdowns. ...

Domino's Pizza New Zealand drops 'free pizza for Karen' offer after backlash

"We wanted to bring a smile to customers," the firm's New Zealand arm said. "We are sorry." ...

What's next after flood of US racial equity donations?

The global outpouring of giving following George Floyd's death inundated charities large and small. ...

Yazidi children still haunted by Islamic State, Amnesty International says

Large numbers of Yazidi were killed by the Islamic State when it overran their homeland in 2014. ...

How to ace a video interview

A job coach offers eight tips for performing your best during a video interview. ...

Apple, Amazon, Facebook, Google face claims of 'harmful' power

The executives of the four US tech giants defend their records at a five-hour hearing in Congress. ...

Young people 'feel anxiety and terror' using fitness apps

A study of young people finds a fine line between getting results and becoming "obsessed". ...

Heathrow calls for coronavirus tests at UK airports

The airport's boss says there needs to be an alternative to the "cliff edge" of quarantine. ...

Egypt TikTok: Female influencers jailed over 'indecent' videos

The five young women are sentenced to two years in prison and fined almost $19,000 (£15,000) each. ...

Hajj 2020: 'It would have been my solace'

In the past year, Anisa lost her mother, her job and her house and had hoped Hajj would help her find solace. ...

Coronavirus vaccine: UK signs deal with GSK and Sanofi

The government signs a fourth deal, securing doses of a treatment being developed by GSK and Sanofi. ...

Coronavirus: Nissan shares fall 10% after record loss warning

Japan's second largest carmaker had already been struggling to cut costs and return to profitability. ...

'Fix your bike' website crashes as scheme launches in England

A website offering £50 bike repair vouchers from the government did not work for about four hours. ...

Coronavirus: Kodak pivots itself to become strategic drug maker

The former camera maker moves into drug making and secures a major loan from the US government. ...

How much power does tech 'big four' have?

Regulators are scrutinising Amazon, Apple, Google and Facebook. How much power do the 'big four' hold? ...

Bringing Mars back to Earth

An audacious mission to bring rock samples from Mars back to Earth is about to begin - find our more with our illustrated guide ...

'More than half of Mumbai slum-dwellers had Covid-19'

Mumbai has so far reported more than 110,000 infections and 6,000 deaths. ...

Coronavirus: Malta says 65 rescued migrants test positive

More than two thirds of 94 migrants rescued in the Mediterranean test positive. ...

US election: Biden pledges billions to improve racial equality

The Democratic candidate vows to boost opportunities for Black, Latino and Native American businesses. ...

Dreamworld deaths: Theme park owner pleads guilty to safety breaches

Dreamworld's owner pleads guilty to safety breaches, after a malfunctioning water ride killed four people. ...

Climate change: Coastal erosion 'to threaten more Australian homes'

Australia's love of beachside living will become more precarious as wave movements change, experts say. ...

Coronavirus: Kodak pivots itself to become strategic drug maker

The former camera maker moves into drug making and secures a major loan from the US government. ...

Ecuador on alert over huge Chinese fishing fleet off Galapagos Islands

Ecuador is on alert due to the appearance of a fleet of fishing vessels off the Galapagos Islands. ...

Should police be first to respond in a mental-health crisis?

Why cities in the US and Canada are eyeing removing police from front-line mental-health response. ...

'My Tanzanian family is split over coronavirus'

Sammy Awami writes that his relatives are divided over the Tanzanian leader's policy on Covid-19. ...

'Fix your bike' website crashes as scheme launches in England

Social media users complain they can't access the government website to get a £50 bike repair voucher. ...

Coronavirus: Scaled back Hajj pilgrimage due to start in Saudi Arabia

Only a very limited number of Muslims living in the kingdom will be able to make the Hajj this year. ...

Spain quarantine rules: The businesses fearing for their futures

Spain's struggling tourist businesses say the UK's new quarantine rules may drive them off the edge. ...

Saudi Hajj coronavirus curbs mean 'no work, no salary, nothing'

Covid-19 has hit the annual Hajj and with no international pilgrims, many firms both in Saudi and abroad are suffering. ...

Coronavirus: Business rescue package has 'delayed the inevitable'

Insolvencies slow during lockdown, but experts say the worst is yet to come. ...

Keep furlough open to prevent 10% unemployment, says research

An economic research group says there is a risk the scheme is coming to an end prematurely. ...

Selfridges: Staff cuts ‘toughest decision we've ever had to take’

Upmarket department store chain Selfridges is cutting 450 workers, 14% of its workforce. ...

Tahlequah: Killer whale who carried dead calf for days is pregnant

Tahlequah captured the world's attention when spotted carrying her dead calf for 17 days. ...

’Outrageous’ car loan commission banned

Car loans that encourage dealers to increase interest rates to get extra commission are to be banned. ...

Women working more paid hours as men work less

Men are spending more time on childcare and housework than in the 1970s, but women still do the bulk. ...

Greggs sees 'encouraging' sales recovery

The bakery chain saw losses in the first half of 2020 but says sales are now 72% of last year's level. ...

Chainsmokers gig prompts inquiry over social distancing

New York's health commissioner seeks answers after footage shows crowds standing close together. ...

India Covid-19: Delhi's mask-averse shoppers worry officials

Delhi is slowly reopening as the government starts to ease Covid-19 restrictions. ...

Australia's fires 'killed or harmed three billion animals'

The recent bushfires were "one of the worst wildlife disasters in modern history", conservationists say. ...

Google's new transatlantic data cable to land in Cornwall

The tech giant plans a new high-end transatlantic data cable to go from the US to Bude, in Cornwall. ...

Google's new transatlantic data cable to land in Cornwall

The tech giant plans a new high-end transatlantic data cable to go from the US to Bude, in Cornwall. ...

British Airways faces strike threat over job cut plan

The head of the trade union Unite warns the airline that it plans to move towards industrial action. ...

Google's new transatlantic data cable to land in Cornwall

The tech giant plans a new high-end transatlantic data cable to go from the US to Bude, in Cornwall. ...

Amazon takes on supermarkets with free food delivery

Same or next-day delivery will now be free for Prime subscribers in London on orders above £40. ...

Najib Razak: Former Malaysian PM guilty on all charges in corruption trial

Tuesday's verdicts centred on $10m transferred from a wealth fund to Najib Razak's private accounts. ...

Najib Razak: Former Malaysian PM guilty on all charges in corruption trial

Najib Razak guilty of seven charges in the first of several multi-million dollar corruption trials. ...

Coronavirus: Emirates covers Covid-19 medical and funeral costs

The world's biggest long-haul carrier is making the offer to get people flying again. ...

Coronavirus: Spanish PM says UK travel restrictions 'unjust'

Pedro Sánchez says most parts of Spain are safer than the UK, and he hopes there will be a rethink. ...

Portland protests: US attorney general to condemn attacks on buildings

In congressional testimony, William Barr will defend sending federal security forces to the city. ...

New Zealand suspends Hong Kong extradition treaty

The country follows Australia and the UK in its response to China's new national security law. ...

Kylie Moore-Gilbert: Lecturer jailed in Iran 'moved to remote prison'

British-Australian woman Kylie Moore-Gilbert is reportedly moved to a notorious prison in the desert. ...

Coronavirus: How it turned the tables on Ghana's diaspora

Coronavirus has given Ghanaians a new perspective on the pull of living abroad. ...

Indian Matchmaking: The 'cringe-worthy' Netflix show that is a huge hit

Indian Matchmaking, a new Netflix show, has become a huge hit, spawning hundreds of memes and jokes. ...

Chinese students in Australia targeted in virtual kidnapping scam

Students in Australia are coerced into faking their own kidnappings in the extortion scheme. ...

Coronavirus: Tui warns against blanket quarantine measures

As travellers from Spain to the UK are told to self-isolate, the firm urges a "regionalised" policy. ...

Coronavirus: UK economy 'could take four years to recover'

Forecasters say the economy might not bounce back to its pre-coronavirus size until 2024. ...

Fortnite's British teenage millionaire: One year later

Jaden ‘Wolfiez’ Ashman from Essex is the youngest esports player ever to win a million dollars. ...

Coronavirus: Spain races to save tourism as cases surge

The UK imposed a 14-day quarantine on all arrivals from Spain after a spike in infections. ...

Black Lives Matter: Arkansas senator describes slavery as 'necessary evil'

Arkansas's Tom Cotton says he rejects the idea that the US is systemically racist to its core. ...

Working from home: How to cut your tax bill

Home workers can claim tax allowances for their lighting, heating and other expenses. ...

How a Chinese agent used LinkedIn to hunt for targets

Dickson Yeo, a PhD student-turned-agent, targeted Americans that had access to private information. ...

Coronavirus: Swimming defector was not infected, says S Korea

The suspected patient crawled through a drain then swam to North Korea, the South says. ...

The millions 'hanging by a thread' as coronavirus aid expires

A $600 boost to unemployment benefit is set to expire soon, leaving many people worried about money. ...

Ryanair swings to loss in 'challenging' pandemic

The airline made a loss of €185m in the April-to-June period, when most of its flights were grounded. ...

Heathrow Airport brings in robots to fight coronavirus

The airport has installed a number of tech-based measures to help keep travellers safe. ...

Wiley: Priti Patel probes Twitter and Instagram delay in removing 'appalling' posts

The home secretary says anti-Semitic posts should be taken off Twitter and Instagram more quickly. ...

Huawei holds summit as global pressure grows

The event comes after China's state media said HSBC played a role in the arrest of Huawei's finance chief. ...

Hong Kong launches share index of technology giants

Investors will now have greater access to Chinese tech firms including Alibaba, China's answer to Amazon. ...

Coronavirus: Vietnam alarm after first cases in months

The four locally transmitted cases in Da Nang prompt a tourism ban and renewed prevention measures. ...

Huawei holds summit as global pressure grows

The event comes after China's state media said HSBC played a role in the arrest of Huawei's finance chief. ...

Hong Kong launches share index of technology giants

Investors will now have greater access to Chinese tech firms including Alibaba, China's answer to Amazon. ...

Huawei holds summit as global pressure grows

The event comes after China's state media said HSBC played a role in the arrest of Huawei's finance chief. ...

Hong Kong launches share index of technology giants

Investors will now have greater access to Chinese tech firms including Alibaba, China's answer to Amazon. ...

Sudan to send more troops to Darfur after deadly attacks

More than 80 people were killed in two attacks in Sudan's restive western region, the UN says. ...

US diplomats to leave consulate in Chengdu in tit-for-tat closures

China's decision to close the US mission came after the US shut China's consulate in Houston. ...

Firms with more female executives 'perform better'

Research suggests listed companies do better when women fill more than one in three executive roles. ...

The millions 'hanging by a thread' as coronavirus aid expires

A $600 boost to unemployment benefit is set to expire soon, leaving many people worried about money. ...

The frustration of trying to invest in my hometown

Would-be investors in US black neighbourhoods say they still face significant financial barriers. ...

Garrett Foster: Police investigate shooting at Austin Black Lives Matter protest

Garrett Foster was pushing his fiancée's wheelchair when he was shot dead by someone in a car. ...

John Lewis: US civil rights icon's body crosses Selma bridge a final time

The late civil rights activist is taken over the historic Edmund Pettus Bridge for a final time. ...

BAME people set to feature on British notes and coins

Black and ethnic minority figures have never been featured on British legal tender. ...

Olivia de Havilland, Golden Age of Hollywood star, dies at 104

Her career spanned more than 50 years and she was the last surviving star of Gone with the Wind. ...

Obituary: Olivia de Havilland, star of Hollywood's Golden Age

Star of Gone With the Wind was one of the last big names from Hollywood's golden era. ...

Spain travel rules: What are my rights?

The new 14-day quarantine on travellers arriving from Spain has caused much "uncertainty and confusion". ...

Coronavirus: Spain says outbreaks under control after UK orders quarantine

Spain says new coronavirus cases are isolated, as the UK tells arriving passengers to self-isolate. ...

How a Chinese agent used LinkedIn to hunt for targets

Dickson Yeo, a PhD student-turned-agent, targeted Americans that had access to private information. ...

Kenyan police officers arrested after fatal shooting in Garissa

Two people were killed during a protest in Garissa sparked by the arrest of a murder suspect. ...

South Africa jailbreak: Malmesbury prison inmates rearrested

Dozens of inmates fled after a group at Malmesbury Prison overpowered staff during exercise on Friday. ...

Coronavirus: 'I killed my mother with my own hands'

Covid-19 is the latest enemy faced by families in Iraq, and it's overrunning its hospitals and cemeteries. ...

Coronavirus: Tui scraps Spanish holidays over quarantine 'blow'

The travel industry reacts with dismay to the 14-day quarantine for travellers arriving from Spain. ...

Seattle protest: Police and anti-racism demonstrators clash at march

Marches in support of anti-racism protests in Portland, Oregon were held across the US on Saturday. ...

Breonna Taylor death: Gunshot at Louisville Black militia protest

An accidental shooting at a protest by heavily-armed militia injured three people. ...

Coronavirus: Travellers from Spain told to quarantine

The new coronavirus rule means people coming to the UK from Spain must self-isolate for 14 days. ...

Nantes cathedral fire: Church volunteer rearrested over arson

The Rwandan refugee, who worked as a volunteer warden, has admitted arson, prosecutors say. ...

North Korea on alert over 'first suspected coronavirus case'

State media say a defector who returned from South Korea has Covid-19 symptoms. ...

Hurricane Hanna batters southern Texas

A disaster declaration is issued for 32 counties, amid warnings of a life-threatening storm surge. ...

Coronavirus: 'Soft play is heading for a cliff edge'

With no date for reopening, children's play centres are closing and hundreds more are under threat. ...

John Lewis: Mourners pay tributes to US civil rights icon

The last of America's Big Six civil rights leaders died on 17 July of pancreatic cancer, aged 80. ...

No end to Covid-19 webcam shortage

The video-call boom means that, months into the pandemic, it is still hard to buy many webcam models. ...

Sira Sylla: French President tweets support for targeted black MP

Protesters from Generation Identity held racist signs and lit flares outside Sira Sylla's office. ...

Regis Philbin, iconic US TV host, dies aged 88

The broadcaster became a national figure hosting talk shows with Kathie Lee Gifford and Kelly Ripa. ...

Coronavirus: Spain drives fears of European 'second wave'

Its Catalonia region closes its nightlife as other nations eye increases in new infections warily. ...

Istanbul Convention: Poland to leave European treaty on violence against women

Thousands of women have protested against the withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention. ...

Malaysia arrests Bangladeshi migrant who criticised government on TV

The Bangladeshi man criticised the treatment of undocumented workers during the Covid-19 pandemic. ...

German crash: Three die as aircraft hits home in Wesel

The two-seater microlight hits the roof of the large house in the city of Wesel, causing a fire. ...

Paw Patrol: Cartoon not cancelled despite White House comments

White House press Kayleigh McEnany got it wrong when she said the cartoon had been a victim of "cancel culture". ...

France drugs: PM Castex to impose on-the-spot fines nationwide

The system will apply nationwide from September, as the new PM cracks down on "every day violence". ...

3D hand tracking wristband and other technology news

BBC Click's LJ Rich looks at the best of the week's technology stories. ...

South China Sea dispute: Australia says Beijing's claims have no legal basis

Australia tells the UN the claims have "no legal basis" as it aligns itself more closely with the US. ...

ICYMI: Fake baby pandas, a spectacular comet and more

The stories you may have missed this week. ...

Donald Trump acts to cut prescription drug prices in US

The president says his executive orders will overhaul the drug market, but some experts are sceptical. ...

Amazon, Google and Wish remove neo-Nazi products

A BBC investigation finds white-supremacist books and merchandise for sale on top retail platforms. ...

Singapore man admits being Chinese spy in US

A court hearing is the latest incident as tensions rise between the US and China in recent days. ...

Amazon, Google and Wish remove neo-Nazi products

A BBC investigation finds white-supremacist books and merchandise for sale on top retail platforms. ...

Coronavirus: The week when everything changed for Trump

The president underwent a series of U-turns in an effort to save his re-election chances. ...

Brazil's racial reckoning: 'Black lives matter here, too'

Police killed nearly six times as many people as in the US last year, and most of them were black. ...

Why US-China relations are at their lowest point in decades

Tensions between the US and China are escalating at a dizzying pace. So what will happen next? ...

WhereIsMyName: Afghan women campaign for the right to reveal their name

Afghan women are often forced to keep their name secret, even from doctors. But some are fighting back. ...

Papa Shirandula: Kenyan actor Charles Bukeko remembered

The BBC's Ferdinand Omondi, a former soap actor himself, remembers an infectious comedic talent. ...

Indonesia vows to end practice of bride kidnapping

On an island east of Bali, women are still being abducted for marriage. Now, there is hope it may end. ...

By bike, boat and horseback: Epic coronavirus journeys home

With flights grounded and borders closed, these travellers took incredible steps to get home. ...

Amazon, Google and Wish remove neo-Nazi products

A BBC investigation finds white-supremacist books and merchandise for sale on top retail platforms. ...

Blackbaud hack: More UK universities confirm breach

More than 20 universities and charities confirm they lost data in the ransomware hack. ...

Intel's next-generation 7nm chips delayed until 2022

The chip-maker is exploring contingency plans following delays developing its future chips. ...

Goldman Sachs settles 1MDB scandal with Malaysia for $3.9bn

The US bank will make a cash payment to the Malaysian government as part of the deal. ...

US lottery jackpot shared after 1992 handshake

Two friends agreed nearly 30 years ago that if one scooped the Powerball lottery they would split it. ...

Hagia Sophia: Why is this museum-turned-mosque at the centre of a culture war?

Why is a museum-turned-mosque at the centre of a culture war? ...

Coronavirus: Portugal still on quarantine list for holidaymakers

Travellers from Portugal will have to self-isolate but restrictions are relaxed for other nations. ...

Goldman Sachs settles 1MDB scandal with Malaysia for $3.9bn

The deal includes a guarantee from Goldman Sachs to return at least $1.4bn in 1MDB bonds. ...

French Connection will claim furlough cash bonus

The fashion retailer said it would accept government payments for staff brought back from furlough. ...

Sudan mass grave linked to anti-Bashir coup attempt

The 28 bodies are thought to be army officers involved in a failed coup against Omar al-Bashir in 1990. ...

Coronavirus: Vietnam bans wildlife trade over pandemic risk

The ban covers the import of wildlife and wildlife products as well as markets, including online sales. ...

Coronavirus: Dr Anthony Fauci throws first pitch of US baseball season

The US' leading expert in infectious diseases, Dr Anthony Fauci, opens the US baseball season with a ceremonial throw. ...

Google, Facebook, Amazon, Apple hearing faces delay

The anti-trust hearing is set to be postponed after the death of civil rights leader John Lewis. ...

Google, Facebook, Amazon, Apple hearing faces delay

The anti-trust hearing is set to be postponed after the death of civil rights leader John Lewis. ...

Former Concentration Camp Guard Convicted in Germany

A German court on Thursday convicted a 93-year-old former SS private of being an accessory to murder at the Stutthof concentration camp, where he served as a guard in the final months of World War II. He was given a two-year suspended sentence. ...

China Tells US to Close Consulate in Chengdu in Growing Spat

China ordered the United States on Friday to close its consulate in the western city of Chengdu, ratcheting up a diplomatic conflict at a time when relations have sunk to their lowest level in decades. ...

What will it take to stop India's police brutality?

Two recent cases have once again highlighted the problem of police brutality in the country. ...

Retail sales continue to bounce back in June

Sales rose by 13.9%, said the Office for National Statistics, with demand boosted by food shops. ...

US consulate: China orders US consulate closure in tit-for-tat move

The move comes days after the US ordered China to close its consulate in Houston. ...

Taiwan laundry: Elderly models are unexpected Instagram hit

A man's wish to stop his grandparents being bored leads to unexpected fame and new happiness. ...

Hagia Sophia: Former Istanbul museum to open for Muslim worshippers

The former museum will open to worshippers for the first time after being turned back into a mosque. ...

Behrouz Boochani: Refugee author granted asylum in New Zealand

Behrouz Boochani was held on Manus Island for six years under Australia's harsh asylum policy. ...

Coronavirus: New face covering rules come into force in England

Customers in shops, banks, post offices and takeaways are among those who must now wear masks. ...

What is redundancy, who can be made redundant and what are my rights?

As thousands of job losses owing to coronavirus are announced, here is a guide to your financial entitlements. ...

Uganda - where security forces may be more deadly than coronavirus

No-one has officially died from Covid-19 in Uganda, but 12 people have allegedly been killed by security officers. ...

Hiker stranded for 40 hours in the desert films himself

Robert Ringo fell and broke his leg on a hike and did not have a way to communicate. ...

Coronavirus: Ministers urged to end face coverings 'confusion'

The government has been accused of mixed messages over whether the masks should be worn in takeaways. ...

Twitter says hackers viewed 36 accounts' private messages

The social network said that one of those affected was a Dutch elected official. ...

India's diamond-studded response to the virus

Jewelers have been inspired by the pandemic to turn every day masks into something precious. ...

Facebook: Trump posts misleading ad using Ukraine photo

The US president posts an ad purporting to show violence in the US - but the image is from Ukraine. ...

India coronavirus: Online classes expose extent of digital divide

The pandemic has forced education to move online, but many students are struggling to cope. ...

China's Tianwen-1 Mars rover rockets away from Earth

The Asian country's first surface mission to the Red Planet heads out on a Long March 5 rocket. ...

China's Star market aims to take on the Nasdaq

Launched a year ago, the tech-heavy Chinese stock market is already worth more than $400bn. ...

China's Tianwen-1 Mars rover rockets away from Earth

The Asian country's first surface mission to the Red Planet heads out on a Long March 5 rocket. ...

China's Star market aims to take on the Nasdaq

Launched a year ago, the tech-heavy Chinese stock market is already worth more than $400bn. ...

Woody Johnson: US ambassador to UK denies making racist comments

Woody Johnson says media reports he made insensitive comments about race and gender are "false". ...

Western brands face pressure over China Uighur ties

Activists have accused Western companies of "bolstering and benefiting" from abuses of China's Muslim minority. ...

China's Star market aims to take on the Nasdaq

Launched a year ago, the tech-heavy Chinese stock market is already worth more than $400bn. ...

Western brands face pressure over China Uighur ties

Activists have accused Western companies of "bolstering and benefiting" from abuses of China's Muslim minority. ...

Last Qantas 747 jet says goodbye with 'flying kangaroo' in sky

Australia says farewell to an era of aviation with the retirement of the final Qantas Boeing 747. ...

Coronavirus: South Korea in recession as exports at 57-year low

It joins a growing list of trade-reliant countries that have seen their economies slump. ...

Coronavirus: South Korea in recession as exports at 57-year low

It joins a growing list of trade-reliant countries that have seen their economies slump. ...

Premier League club almost lost £1m to hackers - report

A Premier League club was close to losing £1 million during a transfer deal due to cyber hackers. ...

George Floyd murder suspect Derek Chauvin charged with tax evasion

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is charged with multiple counts of tax evasion. ...

Madeleine McCann suspect investigated over rape link

Portuguese police are investigating if a suspect in the case may be linked to a rape three years before. ...

Canada court rules US 'not safe' for asylum seekers

The US violates the human rights of asylum seekers by imprisoning them, a Canadian judge rules. ...

Top 10 tips for diversifying your workplace

How can firms diversify workplaces? Race equality business champion Karen Blackett has some tips. ...

Nazi eagle in Uruguay auction 'should go to museum'

A US Holocaust centre warns that a bronze eagle in Uruguay could be bought by white supremacists. ...

Mexico archaeology: Pre-Hispanic ruins found on mountaintop

Experts think the site, estimated to be 1,500 years old, was dedicated to the god of the underworld. ...

Daphne Caruana Galizia murder: Middleman critically wounded

Melvin Theuma was due to give evidence in court and police say his wounds were self-inflicted. ...

US orders China to close Houston consulate

Unidentified people were filmed burning paper in the consulate's courtyard after the order was made. ...

What to say - and not to say - about Kanye West

Erratic comments and a long-shot bid to become US president have raised questions about his welfare. ...

Andrew Mlangeni: Last Mandela co-accused dies aged 95

Andrew Mlangeni death signifies the end of a generational history, South Africa's president says. ...

B&Q owner sees sales soar in lockdown DIY boom

B&Q owner Kingfisher sees sales soar in lockdown as people do more DIY. ...

Amazon-owned Whole Foods in Black Lives Matter legal claim

The Amazon-owned supermarket is accused of discriminating against black staff over BLM face masks. ...

Coronavirus: The great contact-tracing apps mystery

Germany and Switzerland are not sure how well their apps are working as the data is out of bounds. ...

Sydney police 'asked woman to remove tampon' in strip-search

A review into police conduct during five controversial strip-searches has called for an official apology. ...

NWSL: Serena Williams & Natalie Portman invest in new LA women's football team

A group including Serena Williams is to fund a new Los Angeles-based women's team set to launch in time for the National Women's Soccer League in spring 2022. ...

Coronavirus: Airlines call for joint US-European testing scheme

Major carriers in the US and Europe want a coordinated programme to get passengers flying again. ...

Matiullah Jan: Pakistan anger as video shows reporter's abduction

Matiullah Jan, a prominent journalist, was missing for hours, but is now back home. ...

Coronavirus: Airlines call for joint US-European testing scheme

Major carriers in the US and Europe want a coordinated programme to get passengers flying again. ...

Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong: ‘A few cars are following me’

Joshua Wong believes he is now being followed, after the new security law was passed by China. ...

Britney Spears: What exactly is the #FreeBritney campaign?

The superstar's conservatorship and the social media movement - explained. ...

QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory

The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to "offline harm". ...

Trump pivots: 'I'm getting used to the mask'

The president urged Americans to wear a face covering, having previously disparaged them as unsanitary. ...

QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory

The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to "offline harm". ...

QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory

The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to "offline harm". ...

Belarus election: Snatched from the streets in Europe's 'last dictatorship'

Activists and journalists are being rounded up and jailed in Belarus ahead of next month’s elections. ...

Tokyo Olympics postponement leaves UK firms in limbo

With the Tokyo Olympics delayed to 2021 due to Covid-19, UK firms have seen their plans disrupted. ...

AO.com boss: 'Behave as if your mum is watching'

John Roberts, founder of white goods retailer AO.com, shares his business advice for CEO Secrets. ...

Churchill's legacy leaves Indians questioning his hero status

Yogita Limaye explores how Indians are questioning more about the dark chapters of colonial history. ...

Lockdown Brits splurge on tea, biscuits and a good book

People working from home have spent heavily on tea, coffee, biscuits and new books. ...

UK property sales still in coronavirus slump

Sales of homes picked up in June as the market reopened but remain 30% down on last year. ...

Russia report: UK 'top target' for Russia

The Intelligence and Security Committee said the UK's close relationship with the US made it a priority. ...

Dua Lipa sparks controversy with 'Greater Albania' map tweet

Some accuse the singer of stoking Albanian nationalism, while others say she is defending people's rights. ...

Rapper Logic signs exclusive deal with Twitch

He says he'll use the platform to help fans "unwind and laugh and smile". ...

UK Coronavirus Vaccine Prompts Immune Response in Early Test

Scientists at Oxford University say their experimental coronavirus vaccine has been shown in an early trial to prompt a protective immune response in hundreds of people who got the shot. ...

Woman takes selfie as wild bear sniffs her hair

This brown bear definitely was not social distancing as he pawed at an incredibly calm park visitor. ...

UK debt climbs in June amid coronavirus pandemic

Government borrowing eased back to £35.5bn but is still five times more than last June. ...

Coronavirus: EU leaders reach recovery deal after marathon summit

Talks chairman Charles Michel says the €750bn deal is a "pivotal moment" for the 27-nation bloc. ...

Dreamworld accident: Operator charged over Australian theme park deaths

Four people were crushed to death on a water ride at the Australian theme park in 2016. ...

Coronavirus: India's biggest airline IndiGo to cut 10% of staff

The low cost carrier is the latest airline to make cuts as coronavirus-related restrictions hit demand. ...

Coronavirus: EU leaders reach recovery deal after marathon summit

Summit chairman Charles Michel says the deal by the 27-nation bloc is a "pivotal moment" for Europe. ...

Coronavirus: India's biggest airline IndiGo to cut 10% of staff

The low cost carrier is the latest airline to make cuts as coronavirus-related restrictions hit demand. ...

China warns UK of 'consequences' over Hong Kong 'interference'

The Chinese ambassador in London says the UK has "blatantly interfered" in China's internal affairs. ...

Michigan judge refuses to free girl in missed homework case

The decision to send the 15-year-old girl to juvenile detention has sparked protests in the US. ...

M&S: Five reasons the retailer is struggling

M&S has brought forward plans to cut jobs due to the pandemic, but its problems date back much further. ...

Coronavirus: The stress of leading a start-up through the pandemic

Finding investors is the key for start-ups and during the pandemic that has become harder than ever. ...

'This is our final showdown with Uber, and the stakes are high'

After a five-year legal battle, Uber drivers will learn whether they will be recognised as employees. ...

'I was standing at the wrong end of a machine gun'

Sir Jack Petchey built a huge property empire and his own charity, but it was not all plain sailing. ...

Coronavirus: Harmful lies spread easily due to lack of UK law

MPs say the government must publish a draft bill to tackle online harms by the autumn. ...

Customised 3D printed masks: A more comfortable fit?

A research project is looking at how to make bespoke masks which could benefit health workers. ...

TikTok: How app got caught up in the US-China clash

Why is there so much controversy surrounding the popular short-video app? ...

Uber drivers launch legal battle over 'favouritism'

A union wants the company to be more transparent about how the data it collects affects drivers. ...

Missing Kansas dog makes 50-mile trip to old home in Missouri

Cleo, a four-year-old labrador, walks from Kansas to Missouri, leaving her owner "speechless". ...

Dramatic footage shows house collapsing into flood waters

Monsoon rains caused flooding in several areas of India's capital Delhi on Sunday. ...

Amber Heard: Johnny Depp hit me during row before we were married

US actress Amber Heard takes the witness stand in ex-husband Johnny Depp's libel case. ...

TikTok: We are not 'under the thumb' of China

A senior company official tells the BBC the video-sharing app would never give user data to the government. ...

Gunman attacks family of US federal judge Esther Salas

An attacker dressed as a FedEx driver is sought after the shooting at the home of judge Esther Salas. ...

Hong Kong: UK set to suspend extradition treaty with Chinese territory

It comes amid rising tensions between London and Beijing over a controversial national security law. ...

Why some Kenyans still deny coronavirus exists

Kenya has had more than 11,000 cases of Covid-19 and 200 deaths, yet many don't take it seriously. ...

How Boeing’s 747 became the 'Queen of the Skies'

A brief history of Boeing's 747, once dubbed the "Queen of the Skies", but which is now being grounded by many airlines. ...

TikTok 'not under Chinese government's thumb'

A senior company official tells the BBC that it would refuse any request for data from China. ...

TikTok 'not under Chinese government's thumb'

A senior company official tells the BBC that it would refuse any request for data from China. ...

Coronavirus: Young people on benefits double in lockdown

Experts fear it may take up to four years for youth unemployment to recover from the pandemic. ...

Coronavirus: Wrangling over huge EU recovery plan enters fourth day

EU leaders are still struggling to reach a deal on a recovery fund, with deep differences remaining. ...

Coronavirus: Wrangling over huge EU recovery plan enters fourth day

EU leaders are still struggling to reach a deal on a recovery fund, with deep differences remaining. ...

Coronavirus: China's cinemas start to reopen after shutdowns

The country is the second largest film market in the world after the US, with a box office of $9.2bn in 2019. ...

New Zealand: New volcano alert system 'could have warned of White Island eruption'

They say their system could have given 16 hours advance warning of the deadly White Island eruption of 2019. ...

Coronavirus: China's cinemas start to reopen after shutdowns

The country is the second largest film market in the world after the US, with a box office of $9.2bn in 2019. ...

US election 2020: Kanye West launches unconventional bid for presidency

Fans have questioned whether the rapper's last-minute bid for the presidency is genuine. ...

Test case on virus insurance payouts to begin

The case will rule whether many businesses should get payouts for damage caused by the pandemic. ...

Government 'must stop garment worker exploitation'

The home secretary must act on reports of exploitation at UK suppliers, say MPs and retailers. ...

Klarna: We tightened our lending in lockdown

The buy now, pay later service says it changed its policies to guard against defaulting customers. ...

'Weddings every day of the week' in 2021

The 2021 wedding season is likely to see a huge rise in midweek weddings as couples consider their options. ...

Google Pixel Buds: 'Hissing' bugs those with good hearing

Several wearers have complained of "hissing" and distortion in Google's premium earbuds. ...

Portland protests: Mayor demands federal troops leave city

Mayor Ted Wheeler accuses troops of "sharply escalating" protest-related violence. ...

UAE ready for historic first mission to Mars

The United Arab Emirates is counting down to the launch of its Hope probe to the Red Planet. ...

Italian police find cocaine hidden inside coffee beans

The package from Colombia was intercepted by Italian police at Milan Malpensa Airport. ...

Rightmove and Compass say no to job retention bonus

The property portal and caterer are the latest to shun payouts for staff brought back from furlough. ...

LeBron James rookie card sells for record $1.8m

A rare LeBron James trading card sells for a record $1.8m at auction - nearly doubling the previous record. ...

TikTok's UK headquarters in doubt amid US pressure

Uncertainty over the Chinese video sharing app comes as tension mounts between the UK and China. ...

Chinese Government Orders Low-Income Families to Abandon Their Christian Faith or Lose Financial Aid

In the Chinese government's continuing persecution of Christians, poor families are now being told to renounce their faith or lose welfare benefits. ...

Coronavirus: Zimbabwe arrests 100,000 for 'violations' of measures

Police say people violated the measures but critics say the government is targeting the opposition. ...

Assam flooding: Several rare rhinos die in India's Kaziranga park

Eight one-horned rhinos have been killed after rains left 85% of the Kaziranga park under water. ...

TikTok's UK headquarters in doubt amid US pressure

Uncertainty over the Chinese video sharing app comes as tension mounts between the UK and China. ...

Nantes cathedral volunteer detained after fire

The Rwandan refugee was responsible for closing up the cathedral the day before the fire. ...

Iran halts execution of three protesters after online campaign

It comes after a hashtag against their execution was used millions of times online. ...

Coronavirus: Hong Kong reports biggest one-day rise in cases

The territory will bring back strict lockdown measures, after more than 100 new infections. ...

China's ambassador challenged on treatment of Uighurs

China's ambassador to the UK is confronted with drone footage that appears to show Uighurs being blindfolded and led to trains. ...

Apps help orthopaedic patients prepare for surgery

The coronavirus pandemic has meant healthcare systems having to delay non-emergency surgery. ...

China floods: Huai river alert level raised amid heavy rains

Heavy rains have swept across China for weeks, from the southwest to the east coast. ...

John Lewis: 'He was fighting for justice when it wasn't cool'

Atlanta residents pay tribute to civil rights icon John Lewis. ...

Coronavirus: Ex-factory owner's 'horror' at sweatshop claims

Manjit Jaswal's firm closed in 2018 but the Sunday Times claimed it exploited workers in lockdown. ...

Coronavirus: EU leaders start third day of recovery talks

As global cases rise by record numbers, EU leaders struggle to reach a deal on a recovery package. ...

Portland protests: Oregon state files lawsuit against federal US government

The state attorney general accuses the federal government of violating citizens' rights in protests. ...

Coronavirus: WHO reports record single-day global increase in cases

The number of new cases has surpassed 250,000 in a day, the World Health Organization says. ...

'I was found as a baby wrapped in my mum's coat – but who am I?'

For 70 years Tony May knew nothing about where he came from, except that he'd been left on the bank of the Thames. ...

Coronavirus: New Avon sellers double during UK lockdown

There has been a surge in people signing up to sell Avon beauty products over the past few months. ...

John Lewis: Former presidents join tributes to civil rights icon

Former US presidents have paid tribute after the civil rights icon died of cancer, aged 80. ...

Why I fell in love with Irish dancing

Morgan Bullock was accused of "cultural appropriation" after a video of her Irish dancing went viral. ...

Email charges: 'They've got you over a barrel'

Ofcom say it is concerned some people are "not being treated fairly" in email address charges. ...

The Addenbrooke's Hospital app giving patients who cannot talk a voice

The hospital-developed program lets ill patients who cannot speak the chance to interact with staff. ...

Iran sends black box of Ukrainian plane to France

Iran says the plane, which had 176 people on board, was mistaken for a cruise missile. ...

Amazon soya and beef exports 'linked to deforestation'

UK consumers may unwittingly be buying meat linked to the destruction of the Amazon, experts say. ...

Can this high intensity interval bike boost your workout?

The bike uses interval training to optimise your exercise, but what is it like to use? ...

Fahim Saleh: Pathao and Gokada CEO's assistant charged with his murder

The body of Fahim Saleh was found decapitated and dismembered in his Manhattan apartment on Tuesday. ...

Sergei Furgal: Fresh protests in Khabarovsk over governor's arrest

Demonstrators say they are taking to the streets "because our governor was stolen from us". ...

Twitter hackers manipulated staff to access internal systems

The firm says it is "embarrassed and sorry" for the hack that saw celebrities tweet a Bitcoin scam. ...

Twitter hackers manipulated staff to access internal systems

The firm says it is "embarrassed and sorry" for the hack that saw celebrities tweet a Bitcoin scam. ...

Nantes: Fire breaks out at Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul cathedral

More than 60 firefighters are attending the scene after flames were seen billowing from the building. ...

Coronavirus: Inside Germany's largest airport during the pandemic

The BBC takes a look at how Frankfurt is managing to record only 5-6 new coronavirus cases a day. ...

Civil rights icon and congressman John Lewis dies aged 80

Lewis, who was the last of the Big Six civil rights leaders, was diagnosed with cancer in December. ...

Unflustered news anchor loses tooth live on air

Marichka Padalko simply put the tooth in her hand and continued presenting the news. ...

US military effectively bans Confederate flag with new policy

The flag of pro-slavery states during the US Civil War is no longer authorised on military property. ...

Email charges: 'They've got you over a barrel'

Ofcom say it is concerned some people are "not being treated fairly" in email address charges. ...

Coronavirus: Donald Trump vows not to order Americans to wear masks

His remarks come as infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci urged people to wear face coverings. ...

Coronavirus tests: Swabs don't damage the brain and other claims fact-checked

False rumours that coronavirus tests can be harmful have circulated in several different languages. ...

How a Colombian market is using AI to combat Covid-19 outbreaks

Markets have been virus hotspots in Colombia, so one of them is trying a new way to curb the spread. ...

Could Canada's worst mass shooting have been avoided?

Questions still remain three months after Gabriel Wortman went on a rampage across Nova Scotia. ...

My Money: 'My house looks happy'

Anna Josse Eklund from Sweden takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic. ...

US cars 'must be left out of post-Brexit trade deal'

UK safety campaigners raise concerns about an increase in the number of US deaths caused by SUVs. ...

Electric cars: St Athan confirmed as site for planned battery factory

Britishvolt says its plans could create up to 3,500 jobs and lead to £1.2bn of investment. ...

US tech and film 'collaborating' with China - Barr

Such dealings with Beijing risk undermining the liberal order, the US attorney general says. ...

British Airways retires entire 747 fleet after travel downturn

British Airways is permanently grounding its jumbo jets which are nicknamed "the queen of the skies". ...

Why can’t Egypt and Ethiopia agree on the Nile dam?

A look behind the fraught stand-off over a controversial new dam on the Blue Nile. ...

Netflix warns of slowdown after subscriber surge

The company has already added nearly as many subscribers as it did in all of 2019. ...

Real Madrid win La Liga for 34th time

Real Madrid wrap up their first La Liga title in three years as they beat Villarreal at the Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium. ...

EU leaders meet in push for Covid recovery deal

Hopes of reaching an agreement are not high, but some countries say they need urgent funding. ...

British Airways retires entire 747 fleet after travel downturn

British Airways is permanently grounding its jumbo jets which it nicknamed "the queen of the skies". ...

New South Wales erosion: Huge swells leave homes at risk of collapse

Huge waves have lashed the New South Wales coastline this week, causing erosion beneath homes. ...

Coronavirus: UN makes record $10.3bn appeal for pandemic fight

The UN says up to 265 million people could face starvation because of the impact of Covid-19. ...

Doctor Room: The counsellor helping digital sex crime victims

"I felt that taking a break is a sin," she says. "If I sleep it means more videos get out there." ...

Calls to change justice system 'stacked against' indigenous Australians

More than half the children locked up in Australia are indigenous, despite making up only 3% of the population. ...

UK sees spike in IT job advertisements as lockdown eases

Despite rising unemployment numbers, some sectors are still seeing a demand for new workers. ...

Coronavirus: Sheep wool 'barely worth selling any more'

Coronavirus has meant a "terrible year" for British wool farmers, with fleeces now almost worthless. ...

Coronavirus: How the financial shockwave is affecting jobs and money

With the UK facing a severe economic downturn, what is the outlook for our personal finances? ...

Vodafone calls for 5G auction to be scrapped

It cites the need to strip out Huawei equipment coupled with economic uncertainty as reasons ...

Coronavirus: 'Dear customers, I face ruin, please come back'

Rumit Shah, who runs a chain of greeting cards shops, explains why empty city streets are ruining his business. ...

Coronavirus: How Covid-19 hit the comedy industry

With many sectors of the leisure economy hit by coronavirus, what has been the effect on comedy? ...

Alan Rusbridger: Facebook oversight board must avoid 'half-baked judgements'

Alan Rusbridger, a member of the oversight board, acknowledged a desire to launch ahead of US vote. ...

Coronavirus: TikTok deletes 29,000 rule-breaking videos

But the short-video app says it has seen "low levels" of coronavirus misinformation this year. ...

UK sees spike in IT job advertisements as lockdown eases

Despite rising unemployment numbers, some sectors are still seeing a demand for new workers. ...

Research robot helps with housework and other news

BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at the best of the week's technology stories. ...

What sort of future does the conference industry have?

Running conferences was a giant business before Covid-19, now the industry is looking for a new direction. ...

Megan Thee Stallion 'suffered gunshot wounds', apparently injuring foot

The hit US rapper says she's "grateful to be alive" after apparently being injured in the foot. ...

Boohoo: MPs demand answers over Boohoo exploitation claims

MP Philip Dunne says it is "shameful" it took the pandemic for the retailer to acknowledge issues. ...

Del Mar: Racing suspended as 15 jockeys at US track test positive for coronavirus

Racing is suspended at the Del Mar track in California after 15 jockeys test positive for coronavirus. ...

Coronavirus: UK payrolls shrink by 650,000 jobs in lockdown

Official figures reveal a drop in the number of people in employment compared to March. ...

Climate change: Siberian heatwave 'clear evidence' of warming

The heatwave would have been almost impossible without human-caused climate change, a study says. ...

Google becomes latest US tech giant to invest in India's Jio

The search engine giant's $4.5bn bet comes after Facebook, Intel and Qualcomm bought stakes in Jio. ...

Coronavirus: Chinese economy bounces back into growth

China's economy grew 3.2% in the second quarter of this year following a record coronavirus-related slump. ...

Coronavirus: Chinese economy bounces back into growth

China's economy grew 3.2% in the second quarter of this year following a record coronavirus-related slump. ...

Brad Parscale replaced as Trump's campaign manager

Brad Parscale was reportedly blamed by Mr Trump's inner circle for a poorly attended rally in Oklahoma. ...

Coronavirus: How African firms are adapting to the pandemic

The pandemic has impacted many businesses, but some entrepreneurs have thrived by adapting quickly. ...

UK electrical waste mountain growing

Households and businesses in the UK are producing 1.45 million tonnes of electrical waste a year. ...

Seven countries with big (and small) population problems

A look at seven countries facing dramatic population changes - and how they are tackling the problem. ...

Coronavirus: 'How we’re surviving a second virus lockdown'

From star-gazing to Nintendo workouts - people facing lockdown again share what's keeping them sane. ...

India coronavirus: Kuwait's new expat bill has Indians worried

Kuwait's expat quota bill, if approved, will force nearly 800,000 Indians to return home. ...

My Money: 'I'm a sucker for a promo sticker'

Charmel Flemming from South Africa takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic. ...

Banks propose 'student loans style' scheme to avert job losses

UK banks fear 800,000 firms could go bust if they are unable to defer payments on coronavirus loans. ...

Coronavirus: 'My once-in-lifetime holiday hasn't been refunded'

A couple tell of their holiday refund "panic" as consumer group Which? calls for action from regulators. ...

Jobless figures 'not showing full extent of crisis'

Unemployment increased by just 34,000 in April to reach 1.3 million, according to official data. ...

Coronavirus: Seven tips for job hunters

As coronavirus puts huge strain on the jobs market, four experts offer advice for finding work. ...

My Money: 'I'm a sucker for a promo sticker'

Charmel Flemming from South Africa takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic. ...

Gadget-makers face ban on easy-to-guess passwords

UK government also proposes manufacturers inform buyers how long security updates will be provided for. ...

Companies hope to avoid 'catastrophic' EU data-transfer ruling

A Facebook privacy case in Europe's top court could have major implications for companies worldwide. ...

‘A powerful story’ - Giancarlo Esposito on Far Cry 6 role

Games publisher Ubisoft has revealed plans for its biggest titles for the coming year. ...

Nigeria table tennis great Oshonaike: 'I was physically and sexually abused'

As Nigeria takes a serious look at sexual assault and the way women are treated, six-time Olympic table tennis great Funke Oshonaike talks for the first time about her experience. ...

Russia’s young liberals confronted by MeToo moment

A spate of resignations follows details of harassment in the workplace in Russia's liberal media. ...

Capital gains tax review is standard practice, says Treasury

The Treasury has launched a review of the capital gains tax system to “ensure the system is fit for purpose”. ...

Assam: Fifty dead and two million hit by India monsoon floods

Heavy rain has submerged villages across Assam state, with tigers and rhinos also badly affected. ...

Fahim Saleh: Pathao and Gokada entrepreneur found dead in New York

Fahim Saleh, 33, who co-founded Gokada and Pathao, was found dead in his flat. ...

Teenagers most likely to have been furloughed

Women aged 17 are most likely to have been put on furlough during the coronavirus crisis, data shows. ...

Coronavirus: Credit card spending fell 50% at start of lockdown

The use of credit cards dropped by nearly half at the start of lockdown as people shunned big purchases. ...

Apple has €13bn Irish tax bill overturned

The EU's second highest court says the tech giant will not have to pay a record sum in back taxes. ...

OnlyFans: 'I started selling sexy photos online after losing my job'

The number of people signing up to sell adult content online has spiked during coronavirus. ...

Hong Kong: China vows to retaliate after Trump ends special economic status

Beijing strongly condemns the US move to end Hong Kong's special trade status and target officials. ...

Apple has €13bn Irish tax bill overturned

The EU's second highest court says the tech giant will not have to pay a record sum in back taxes. ...

Norway stabbings: Woman killed and two more injured in Sarpsborg

Police arrest a man in Sarpsborg, south-east of the capital Oslo, after three women were attacked. ...

Apple has €13bn Irish tax bill overturned

The EU's second highest court says the tech giant will not have to pay a record sum in back taxes. ...

Asos to repay furlough cash as lockdown sales rise

The fashion retailer saw group sales increase by 10% as shoppers shifted to online during lockdown. ...

UK inflation picks up as clothing prices rise

Consumer price inflation rises slightly to 0.6% in June, although food prices fell. ...

Why US firms shouldn't 'freak out' yet over Hong Kong

As US President Donald Trump targets China over Hong Kong, companies advised to "wait and see". ...

Fertility rate: 'Jaw-dropping' global crash in children being born

Nearly every country will see their populations fall as the world has fewer babies. ...

Naya Rivera: Glee star died of accidental drowning, California officials say

Her body was found several days after she went missing last week during a boating trip with her son. ...

New York Times to move Hong Kong staff to Seoul over press freedom fears

The paper warns the city's new security law is undermining Hong Kong as a global media hub. ...

UK's Huawei 5G network ban 'disappointing and wrong'

China's ambassador to the UK hits out at the move to exclude Huawei from Britain's 5G networks. ...

UK's Huawei 5G network ban 'disappointing and wrong'

China's ambassador to the UK hits out at the move to exclude Huawei from Britain's 5G networks. ...

Egypt desperate to revive coronavirus-hit tourism industry

The pandemic brought Egypt's tourism industry to a virtual halt, affecting millions of livelihoods. ...

Trump says he has ended preferential treatment for Hong Kong

The president says he has also signed a bill to impose sanctions on Chinese officials over Hong Kong. ...

Ghislaine Maxwell due to appear at bail hearing

The British socialite denies grooming underage girls for the late paedophile Jeffrey Epstein. ...

Timbuktu's jihadist police chief before ICC for war crimes

He is charged with war crimes, crimes against humanity, rape and making girls marry militants. ...

Jenny Hocking: The Australian historian who took on the Palace and won

Australia's PM was sacked in 1975 under a murky legal decision which has only now been fully revealed. ...

Naya Rivera: Glee cast and other stars pay tribute

Lea Michele and Jane Lynch are among those paying respect, after the actress's death was confirmed. ...

Aztec palace's remains uncovered off Mexico City's main Zócalo plaza

The location of ruler Axayácatl's palace was later used by Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés. ...

Armenia-Azerbaijan border sees deadly clashes

At least four Azeri troops die in two days of clashes with Armenia. ...

Coronavirus: Britain faces tax rises or spending cuts, OBR warns

The Office for Budget Responsibility warns of more austerity as the economy is set to shrink 12.4% in 2020. ...

Ocado says switch to online shopping is permanent

The online grocer saw "years of growth in months" amid the lockdown and says the retail world has changed. ...

Grant Imahara: Mythbusters TV host dies suddenly at 49

He was known for Mythbusters and White Rabbit Project, and made models for the Star Wars prequels. ...

The perfume makers that can't smell a thing

Perfumers are using AI to create millions of scents, but will it replace the traditional methods? ...

Fake pharmaceutical industry thrives in West Africa

Law enforcement agencies are battling to break foreign-linked criminal syndicates. ...

Facebook 'scam hostage' freed after year in Nigeria

The 46-year-old woman from Washington DC was held for more than a year and lost $48,000, police say. ...

US Supreme Court allows federal executions

The US Supreme Court clears the way for the first executions of federal prisoners in 17 years. ...

UK economy shrinks by one-fifth under lockdown

The UK's economy shrank by 19.1% in the three months to May, the Office for National Statistics says. ...

Coronavirus: Asia's 'shining star' suffers biggest ever slump

Singapore falls into recession as as the global economy braces for the pandemic downturn. ...

Google announces $10bn investment in 'digital India'

The money, to be channelled through a fund for India, will be used to bolster digital infrastructure. ...

Gough Whitlam: Queen not told in advance of Australia PM's sacking, letters show

Her representative dismissed Gough Whitlam without telling her first, newly released letters show. ...

Coronavirus: Asia's 'shining star' suffers biggest ever slump

Singapore falls into recession as as the global economy braces for the pandemic downturn. ...

Brazil: Outrage over São Paulo policeman stepping on woman's neck

Pictures are broadcast on TV showing a police officer stepping on the neck of a black woman. ...

Coronavirus: HK Disneyland to close one month after reopening

The Hong Kong theme park will shut its gates after a recent surge in coronavirus cases. ...

Female gamers are on the rise in the 'world capital of gaming'

Female gamers in Asia are growing at a faster rate than their male rivals in online video games. ...

Coronavirus: California reimposes sweeping restrictions amid virus spike

The governor has rolled back reopening plans across the state as virus cases soar. ...

Female gamers are on the rise in the 'world capital of gaming'

Female gamers in Asia are growing at a faster rate than their male rivals in online video games. ...

Google announces $10bn investment in 'digital India'

The money, to be channelled through a fund for India, will be used to bolster digital infrastructure. ...

Jewish Graves Vandalized in Europe’s Oldest Jewish Cemetery

Dozens of graves in what is believed to be the oldest surviving Jewish cemetery in Europe were vandalized last week, sparking an outcry in the Jewish community. ...

French man accused of molesting hundreds of children dies in Indonesia

Francois Camille Abello, 65, died in a suspected suicide in his cell in Jakarta, police say. ...

Coronavirus: Disney heir and Ben & Jerry’s call for higher taxes

Some of the world’s richest people want governments to raise taxes on them to help pay for Covid-19. ...

Wearing masks in shops a 'reasonable' measure, says Waterstones boss

James Daunt says making masks compulsory in England would be acceptable if it reassures people. ...

Huawei: BT says 'impossible' to remove all firm's kit in under 10 years

On Tuesday, the UK government is expected to announce deadlines to stop using the Chinese firm's kit. ...

Huawei: BT says 'impossible' to remove all firm's kit in under 10 years

On Tuesday, the UK government is expected to announce deadlines to stop using the Chinese firm's kit. ...

Christopher Aurier, brother of Tottenham's Serge, shot dead in France

Christopher Aurier dies in hospital after being shot in the French city of Toulouse. ...

Coronavirus: Oil producers expected to increase crude output

Opec ministers are meeting this week amid signs of growing energy demand as coronavirus lockdowns ease. ...

Elvis Presley's grandson dies aged 27

Benjamin Keough was the only grandson of the late Elvis Presley. ...

Quiz suspends supplier amid exploitation claims

The fast-fashion firm is the latest to face allegations of poor working condition at its suppliers. ...

'Lockdown brought out the workaholic in me'

A personal trainer, an advertising agency worker and a musician share their experiences of burnout. ...

Dead Seoul mayor accused of sexual harassment

The alleged victim said the harassment included the mayor of Seoul sending semi-naked pictures. ...

Nelson Mandela's daughter Zindzi dies at 59

The youngest daughter of South Africa's first black president dies aged 59. ...

Actress Kelly Preston, John Travolta's wife, dies aged 57

The US actress died after a "two-year battle with breast cancer", Travolta said. ...

Coronavirus: Nail bars and tattoo salons reopen as England lockdown eases

Beauty salons, spas and tattoo parlours are also allowed to reopen in the latest phase of changes. ...

Coronavirus: Welsh pubs and cafes reopen - but only outdoors

Only about half of independent pubs expected to reopen Monday, with many chains staying shut. ...

Shopping centres reopen as lockdown restrictions are eased

The first minister describes the week ahead as "the most significant easing of lockdown" in Scotland. ...

Brexit: Ads highlight changes for UK holidaymakers

Government campaign will also carry advice for UK and EU firms before the transition period ends. ...

Coronavirus: Oil producers expected to increase crude output

Opec ministers are meeting this week amid signs of growing energy demand as coronavirus lockdowns ease. ...

Beyond Zoom: The future of virtual meetings

Chris Fox explores how virtual reality could become the office of the future. ...

How video is challenging the traditional CV

Personal videos are increasingly being used in the job application process. ...

Daniel Lewis Lee: First US federal execution to go ahead after 17 years

The execution of convicted murderer Daniel Lewis Lee had been blocked on Friday by a federal judge. ...

Iran plane crash: 'Human error' to blame for downing of Ukrainian jet

Iran says equipment error and poor communication caused civilian plane to be shot down by military. ...

Mali opposition rejects President Keïta's concessions amid unrest

Opposition leaders reject President Keïta's "nonsense" concessions as political unrest grows. ...

Xu Zhangrun: Outspoken professor freed after six days

A friend said constitutional law professor Xu Zhangrun was in good health. ...

Window Closing for Cristina to Become Seasons 1st Hurricane

Despite forming several days ago and spending several days over the open waters of the Eastern Pacific Ocean, AccuWeather forecasters say the window for Tropical Storm Cristina to emerge as the first hurricane of 2020 in the Western Hemisphere is closing. ...

Southern China hit by heavy flooding

The country's flood response alert has been raised to the second highest level. ...

Coronavirus: Three generations of Bollywood Bachchan family infected

Actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, her father-in-law, husband and daughter test positive for Covid-19. ...

Hagia Sophia: Pope 'pained' as Istanbul museum reverts to mosque

The Pope is the latest faith leader to voice concern at the Istanbul museum reverting to a mosque. ...

Hong Kong: Opposition primaries draw thousands despite security law fears

Hundreds of thousands of people vote despite fears that doing so may breach a new security law. ...

Coronavirus: I trust people's sense on face masks - Gove

Minister Michael Gove says he does not think face coverings should be mandatory in shops in England. ...

Sudan scraps apostasy law and alcohol ban for non-Muslims

After more than 30 years of Islamist rule, the new justice minister outlines wide-reaching reforms. ...

Coronavirus: Primark says no to £30m job retention bonus

The retailer will not apply for the state-funded scheme that pays to keep furloughed staff. ...

Poland election: Clash of ideals as voters choose head of state

The run-off election is seen as a fierce liberal-conservative battle for the country's future. ...

Roger Stone: Robert Mueller defends indictment over Russia probe

Ex-US special counsel Robert Mueller makes a rare intervention after President Trump commutes an aide's jail term. ...

Coronavirus: President Trump wears face mask for first time

US President Trump is seen wearing a face mask for the first time during the Covid-19 pandemic. ...

Fox News: Tucker Carlson writer Blake Neff resigns over racist messages

The writer for host Tucker Carlson posted highly offensive messages online under the name CharlesXII. ...

My Money: 'Instead of the holiday buffet, it's egg and toast at home'

Priya Aiyer from Kent takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic. ...

Coronavirus: Thousands protest in Israel over handling of economy

Thousands have rallied against what they say is hardship caused by the mishandling of the crisis. ...

Hong Kong security law: Why we are taking our BNOs and leaving

As China enforces new restrictions, some are turning to their British National (Overseas) passport. ...

Chop in Seattle: Why this police-free protest zone ultimately failed

On 8 June protesters set up a police-free protest zone in the city. Less than a month later, it had been dismantled. ...

Russian journalists in shock as FSB hunts enemy within

Colleagues say Ivan Safronov's arrest for spying is absurd and it has prompted talk of "spy mania". ...

Mexico crime: Could this become the bloodiest year on record?

On 7 June, an astonishing 117 murders were recorded, making it the most violent day of the year so far. ...

Coronavirus: The chaplains toiling on the frontlines

Spiritual care workers have been thrust onto the frontlines in new ways during this global pandemic. ...

Coronavirus: Fake cures in Latin America’s deadly outbreak

The desperate search for a cure has led people to 'harmful and ineffective' alternatives online. ...

Hagia Sophia: World Council of Churches appeals to Turkey on mosque decision

The World Association of Churches says returning the Turkish landmark to a mosque is mistaken. ...

Srebrenica: Scaled-back ceremony marks 25 years since massacre

Restrictions put in place to slow the spread of coronavirus meant fewer dignitaries were able to attend the ceremony. ...

Srebrenica: Bosnia marks 25 years since massacre

World leaders address a memorial ceremony for the atrocity that saw 8,000 Muslim men killed. ...

South African church attack: Five dead after 'hostage situation'

The church, on the outskirts of Johannesburg, was attacked amid reports of fighting over leadership. ...

Shark kills teenage surfer in Australia's New South Wales

Nearby by surfers rushed to his aid but first aid efforts on the beach failed to save his life. ...

Jada Pinkett Smith tells Will Smith of her 'relationship'

Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith were talking on her Facebook chat show Red Table Talk. ...

ICYMI: 'Twin' elephants and balloon-powered internet

Here are some of the stories you may have missed this week. ...

Russia far east protest over Khabarovsk governor's arrest

Thousands rally on the streets of Khabarovsk as a regional leader is accused of contract killings. ...

Roger Stone: Critics blast Trump for commuting ex-adviser's jail term

Democrats condemn the US president's decision to spare ex-adviser and friend Roger Stone from prison. ...

Roger Stone reacts to President Trump's clemency decision

President Trump has commuted his former adviser's prison term, which had been due to begin next week. ...

'Our Irish island is the last stop before America'

A couple from Dublin has set up home on Great Blasket Island off the cost of County Kerry. ...

Roger Stone: Trump commutes ex-adviser's sentence

The president has said all along the self-proclaimed political dirty trickster was treated unfairly. ...

Coronavirus: Thrifty Germany takes on debt to rescue arts

Germany pours money into the arts as cultural life takes a battering from coronavirus. ...

Trump and Supreme Court: How has it changed America?

This court has been billed the most conservative in modern history. But does it vote that way? ...

Coronavirus: Why politics means success or failure in South America

Argentina has been singled out for success but the situation could not be more different in Brazil. ...

Breast cancer: Zimbabwe woman's struggle to avoid mastectomy

A Zimbabwean woman is campaigning to get the machine fixed to avoid a mastectomy. ...

Huawei: Why the UK might hang up on 5G and broadband kit supplier

The Chinese telecoms equipment provider's fate in the UK is set to be revealed on Tuesday. ...

Iran's female gamers face challenges to stay online

There's been a lockdown gaming boom – but in Iran it's been difficult to stay connected. ...

Killing Eve: How author Luke Jennings created Villanelle

We speak to the man who created the character of Villanelle, author Luke Jennings. ...

Shooting celebrities: Thirty years behind the lens

Celebrity portrait photographer Andy Gotts celebrates 30 years behind the camera. ...

Huawei: Why the UK might hang up on 5G and broadband kit supplier

The Chinese telecoms equipment provider's fate in the UK is set to be revealed on Tuesday. ...

Huawei: Why the UK might hang up on 5G and broadband kit supplier

The Chinese telecoms equipment provider's fate in the UK is set to be revealed on Tuesday. ...

Coronavirus: How can we make post-pandemic cities smarter?

Will the "anthropause" brought on by lockdowns make our cities greener, cleaner and quieter in future? ...

Swedish ex-ambassador Anna Lindstedt acquitted

Anna Lindstedt is found not guilty of holding unauthorised talks with China. ...

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