Novel coronavirus losing potency, top Italian doctor says
Head of a Milan hospital tells RAI TV that recent swab tests show less viral load compared with previous findings. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dyyW5L
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Microsoft 'to replace journalists with robots'
Dozens working on the MSN site look set to be replaced by AI, media reports say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2AkYzbh
Taiwan recall vote brings new problems for pro-China Kuomintang
Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu faces June 6 recall after being accused of neglecting his duties when he ran for president. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3gGAmwR
Michael Jordan: I support those calling out the ingrained racism
The basketball great joins growing number of sports stars who have voice support for protests against police brutality. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zRxtbZ
George Floyd: Minnesota Attorney General Ellison to lead case
Announcement comes after calls by protesters, activists and Floyd's family for Keith Ellison to take over case. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Y1NGUb
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Riots break out in cities across US, including fires, violence near White House 05/31/20 7:57 PM
Bolsonaro saddles up to join rally against Brazil's top court
Brazil's president shook hands with supporters, wearing no face mask despite its use being mandatory in the capital. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TTTOMD
Christo, the artist who wrapped the world, dies at 84
Christo changed the way people look at the world's most famous monuments and the way they engaged with the outdoors. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XRbzxD
Brazil coronavirus cases surge, Bolsonaro defiant: Live updates
Brazil records more than 29,000 deaths, as political temperature rises over Bolsanaro investigation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MePbIP
Video shows semi-truck driving through protesters in Minneapolis
Witnesses describe chaotic scene as protesters ran and jumped over barricades to avoid being hit by truck. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZT7gUT
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Semitrailer speeds into crowd of protesters on Minneapolis bridge; injuries unclear 05/31/20 4:29 PM
Zimbabwe lockdown: Grandmothers offer free therapy
The Friendship Bench programme aims to tackle depression and anxiety during the pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ApGEAp
Egypt says 19 fighters killed in Sinai; 5 casualties among troops
Army says it launched raids and air attacks in Bir al-Abed, Rafah and Sheikh Zuweid, targeting 'terrorist hideouts'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MgtUig
Tropical Storm Amanda threatens major flooding to Central America
Tropical storm warnings have been issued for the coasts of El Salvador and Guatemala. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36LZ0aF
George Floyd: Curfews defied as demonstrations escalate across US
Major cities gripped by another night of protests decrying police brutality following killing of an unarmed Black man. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XMleVZ
Floyd family seeks independent autopsy on police brutality victim
Legal team of George Floyd's family asks for his body after coroner raises doubts about suffocation as cause of death. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XiiCAh
Death and 'spy' pigeons in Indian-administered Kashmir
Even ordinary things like funerals and pigeons have become political in Kashmir, where ongoing conflict disrupts normal life. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dkdRM9
Remembering George Floyd: Devoted father, 'gentle giant'
Friends and relatives pay tribute to the Black man who suffocated under the knee of a white policeman in Minneapolis. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZZerLz
DR Congo activists fight misinformation around COVID-19
Activists in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are facing challenges beating myths and COVID-19 itself. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2AmMmms
Amazon UK website defaced with racist abuse
The online giant blames a "bad actor" for the language appearing alongside multiple product listings. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zCKN3Z
'Love and dignity': Inside the UK's special needs schools
How schools are supporting the most vulnerable families - educationally, financially and emotionally. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BcWMp6
Somalia: Six killed as minibus hits roadside bomb near Mogadishu
No immediate claim of responsibility for explosion on road frequently used by government and security vehicles. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MfMHtP
Call for economic support for Indian-administered Kashmir
India's government says it will spend $250bn to help prop up the economy nationwide, but business leaders in Kashmir say they are being forgotten. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3gFCm8E
From NY to Seattle, protests against police brutality escalate
A round-up of photos from the demonstrations that are gripping major US cities following the killing of George Floyd. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2yN8xSk
George Floyd protesters: 'We don't need a curfew, we need change'
Minneapolis protesters, undeterred by curfew and National Guard, demand all cops involved in Floyd's death be charged. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZRCJXz
Coronavirus: Al-Aqsa Mosque reopens after more than 2 months
Muslim worshippers enter Jerusalem compound for dawn prayers after weeks of closure to slow pandemic's spread. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3chMSiT
How the US and Afghanistan can jump-start talks with the Taliban
Reduction in violence is a key prerequisite for the Afghan government and the Taliban to sit at the negotiating table. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XOawy6
Brazil's coronavirus death toll now the world's fourth-highest
With close to half a million confirmed cases, the minister of health says the real number could be 15 times higher due to the lack of testing. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Mc1cPt
UK scientists warn against lifting lockdown too soon
As the UK basks in the sun, scientists warn the government against lifting lockdown restrictions too soon. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zLvO7J
Supernatural: The next-generation keep-fit coach?
Will virtual reality fitness classes lead a revolution in home workouts - or is it a passing craze? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2XktLka
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Los Angeles mayor calls for National Guard help 05/30/20 8:25 PM
Trump postpones G7 summit, seeks to expand invitation list
US president says he wants to expand the list of countries invited to include Australia, Russia, South Korea and India. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cmPxaV
Latin America coronavirus deaths top 50,000: Live updates
South America cases near one million with Brazil registering half of infections as other countries prepare to reopen. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TWpsJs
George Floyd: US protests over police brutality intensify - Live
Several US states activate National Guard troops as protests over police killings of unarmed Black people grow. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36N3zBu
AI and our health data: A pandemic threat to our privacy
The coronavirus pandemic gives big tech firms a chance to access the holy grail of datasets - medical records. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2AjFPZU
Trump is winning the political spin game
The US president is finding a way to turn the coronavirus into something that will rally his base. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dgOM4N
Remembering my father's Biafra: The politics of erasing history
Decades after the Nigeria-Biafra war, the truth of what happened is denied, so we forfeit the chance to learn from it. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZPLVM8
'Cynical': Critics slam Italy's amnesty for undocumented migrants
New measure that grants temporary permits to migrants in agriculture and care work is act of 'cynicism', activists say. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zLcJlZ
France, UK, Germany 'regret' US end to three Iran nuclear waivers
European countries criticise US decision to end measures that allowed work designed to prevent weapons development. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dfB9Tq
UK charity services: Volunteers see sharp rise in need for help
Al Jazeera looks at the charities and volunteers filling the gaps, as the UK's welfare system is overwhelmed by the coronavirus pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3es9PBo
Protests across US as cop charged with murder of George Floyd
Demonstrations erupt in major cities as thousands defy Minneapolis curfew to protest against unarmed Black man's death. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2yL766U
Israel police kill unarmed Palestinian in occupied East Jerusalem
Iyad el-Hallak, 32, attended and worked at a special needs school in the Old City, close to where he was shot. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TUMyQL
India and Pakistan face the worst locust attack in decades
Fears of a food shortage as plagues of locusts destroy crops in parts of India and Pakistan. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2AjnmfU
In Lockdown, a Neighborhood Opens Up
By BY NELLIE BOWLES AND CAYCE CLIFFORD from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3cfPSwm
Twitter Had Been Drawing a Line for Months When Trump Crossed It
By BY KATE CONGER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3dgvigp
Two days of rain have revived the roar of waterfalls in Salalah
As a tropical cyclone develops just offshore, it has been raining heavily for two days in southern Oman. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3gC3xRH
Merkel declines Trump invite for in-person G7 summit
Spokesman says German chancellor cannot agree to travel to Washington 'considering the overall pandemic situation'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3evCh5s
UNSC extends South Sudan arms embargo until May 2021
The US-drafted resolution also extends individual sanctions and expresses 'deep concern at continued fighting'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Ajf8EH
Renault job losses: French automaker suffers a slump in demand
French automaker Renault is to slash 15,000 jobs worldwide, in a bid to save billions of dollars. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Xh6fnY
Niger adopts new wire-tapping legislation on curbing 'terrorism'
Opposition raises privacy concerns but government insists new law 'is not a threat to liberty'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36Ie752
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Supreme Court rejects challenge to limits on church services; Roberts sides with liberals 05/30/20 12:44 AM
US cops break ‘blue wall of silence’ for George Floyd’s death
Here is what law enforcement officials in the US are saying about the actions of the four officers involved in George Floyd's death. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3eCoIkR
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Fox News Breaking News Alert At Trump request, Pentagon puts military police on alert to combat riots 05/30/20 12:11 AM
Without a legal trace: Eradicating statelessness in Kyrgyzstan
Meet some of the thousands left stateless after the Soviet Union's dissolution, and those who are working to help them. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TTbsjH
George Floyd protesters: No justice unless all four cops charged
Protesters say murder charge against one Minneapolis officer not enough; all officers involved must be held accountable. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TPE2Cs
Brazil's coronavirus death toll overtakes Spain's: Live updates
Brazil's coronavirus deaths has reached 27,878, making it the country with the fifth-highest number of fatalities. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dhPTBd
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Fox News Breaking News Alert White House briefly locked down as unrest reported in Atlanta, Washington and New York City in wake of George Floyd's death 05/29/20 5:38 PM
Doctor's Note: Does a high viral load make coronavirus worse?
A high prevalence of particles makes patients more infectious, but it is unclear if it leads to a more severe infection. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cd0Wua
Indian workers' rights suspended to restart the economy
The states say the changes will help businesses and get the economy back on track but workers are already paying the price. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cfOwRY
Twitter Places Warning on a Trump Tweet, Saying It Glorified Violence
By BY RAYMOND ZHONG AND RUSSELL GOLDMAN from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3ddA0LT
India victims of 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy dying of coronavirus
Indian families that suffered from the deadly industrial disaster in 1984 accuse the government of abandoning them. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cekq1o
India's coronavirus death toll surpasses China's
India registers 175 new deaths taking the toll to 4,706 as the country emerges as a new hotspot of the virus. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BdVjPw
Afghan forces killed as gov't urges Taliban to extend ceasefire
Afghan government says efforts under way to extend the ceasefire as Taliban delegation arrives in Kabul for talks. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2yNbylM
Reports of Qatar leaving Gulf bloc 'incorrect and baseless'
Qatar denies GCC leaving reports as it prepares to mark three years of blockade by Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain and Egypt. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3diAZKU
Brother of George Floyd: 'I just want justice'
Philonise 'tired of seeing Black men die' as protests continue across the US over deadly arrest of unarmed Black man. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Xe0Zl9
Twitter Places Warning on a Trump Tweet, Saying It Glorified Violence
By BY RAYMOND ZHONG AND RUSSELL GOLDMAN from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3ddo7G3
Twitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'
For the first time, Twitter has hidden a tweet on the president's profile behind a warning. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3esnb0y
Twitter flags, 'hides' Trump tweet that 'glorified violence'
Trump tweeted 'when the looting starts, the shooting starts', referring to protests about deadly arrest of George Floyd. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TP7VD4
'Revenge': Murdered Libyan smuggler's family kills 30 migrants
Killings took place in Mezdah, 150km south of capital Tripoli, the interior ministry said. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2B84ukh
The rushed easing of lockdown measures could devastate Italy
There is little doubt that the Italian economy needs to restart, and restart soon. But at what cost? from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cc0mN5
Coronavirus: All you need to know in under 500 words
Virus reported to have originated in China's Wuhan has killed more than 360,000 people and infected 5.8 million. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TWyZBf
Hundreds of Pakistan children under 10 in Sindh with COVID-19
Pakistan is considering imposing another nationwide lockdown in hope of flattening 'the curve'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TOVcQO
Tracking Africa's coronavirus cases
Experts warn fragile healthcare systems in many nations could be overwhelmed in the face of a severe COVID-19 outbreak. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UzPMtI
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump vows military support to Minnesota governor 05/28/20 11:30 PM
A Raspberry Pi robot with emotions and other tech news
BBC Click's Paul Carter looks at some of the best of the week's technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cf6Jiy
'Why are we still struggling?' ask Australia bushfire victims
People who lost nearly everything as fires tore through vast tracts of Australia say they are still waiting for help. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2M8bPCL
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Protesters Breach Police Station 05/28/20 9:05 PM
'Double-edged sword': Hong Kong gov't warns US on special status
Territory warns US not to interfere over China's national security legislation, as Carrie Lam tries to rally residents. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XCSpvi
14 million face hunger in Latin America: Live coronavirus updates
World Food Programme calls for urgent assistance to millions facing severe hunger in Latin America and the Caribbean. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3gtTBd3
Brazil records another 1,000-plus daily coronavirus deaths
Brazil remains the second most affected country after the US, with 25,598 COVID-19 deaths and 411,821 cases. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2M5hJED
Turkey, Greece spat over border policy and treatment of refugees
Turkey's foreign ministry says Greece is misleading public opinion by manipulating facts. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XA02CF
Coronavirus pandemic: Which politicians and celebs are affected?
Top politicians, celebrities and sportspeople have been infected as governments take strict measures to curb the virus. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ISGum6
China's parliament approves Hong Kong national security bill
National People's Congress votes 2,878 to 1 in favour of decision to impose national security legislation on Hong Kong. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2yDykfF
Coronavirus: What sporting events are affected by the pandemic?
As the virus spreads across the globe, sports bodies are cancelling or postponing events. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2W6S5Wx
Coronavirus: Ghana war veteran, 95, walks 23km to raise funds
WWII veteran Joseph Hammond logs 14 miles in a week as part of a fundraiser to support Africa's front-line workers. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cavmx9
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Minneapolis unrest continues 05/28/20 12:40 AM
India: A toddler waking dead mother highlights migrants' misery
At least nine migrants have died in recent days exposing suffering of migrant workers due to coronavirus lockdown. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2M2I6es
Ali Ismael: Egypt's Musical Maestro
The story of a legendary composer whose foot-tapping, energetic rhythms marked a golden age of Egyptian cinema. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dd9UZq
South Korea's coronavirus fight 'in trouble' amid surge in cases
Concern grows as health officials in Seoul report 79 new cases on Thursday in the biggest jump since April 5. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3eDd0qf
Tensions boil in Hong Kong as China national security law looms
Two pro-democracy politicians removed from debating chamber amid increasing tension over Hong Kong's future. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2M2BMUg
Coastguard plans to add drones to air fleet
The use of unmanned aerial vehicles will form part of a new search and rescue contract. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZHUDMo
US Congress approves China sanctions over Uighur crackdown
US House passes bill authorising sanctions against Chinese officials over the mass incarceration of Muslim Uighurs. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cgp1Al
Trump to 'sign executive order about social media'
The latest dispute comes after Twitter added fact-check links to the president's tweets for the first time. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2X7xQI2
George Floyd death: Pressure mounts for US officers to be charged
Calls grow for prosecution of cops involved in the arrest an unarmed Black man who died after police pinned him down. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3elx4Nm
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Barr asks US Attorney John Bash to review 'unmasking' before and after 2016 election, DOJ tells Fox News 05/27/20 7:08 PM
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Fugitive UConn student wanted in 2 killings is caught in Maryland after manhunt, police say 05/27/20 6:51 PM
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Heated protests, reports of looting as tension builds in Minneapolis over George Floyd death 05/27/20 6:25 PM
'Nothing but soundbites': UK PM Boris Johnson left isolated
There is an urgent need to rebuild trust in leadership, say experts, after multiple failures in UK government strategy. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2M6b6Sw
'A blow to autonomy': China's planned Hong Kong security law
The legislation will be imposed unilaterally in a move critics say signals the end of Hong Kong's autonomy. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3gtNIfQ
Video streaming: Lockdown sees fifth of UK homes sign deals
Britons turned to Disney+ in droves, data suggests, but Apple TV has struggled to engage viewers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3erjNmF
Keeping fit in lockdown: Apps and sites which could help
Kate Russell looks at the online tools and guides helping motivate you to take exercise. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/36z1ut2
100,000 coronavirus deaths in US; 355,000 globally: Live updates
Brazil's COVID-19 death toll also surpasses 25,000 while Egypt records the highest jump in daily rates of infections. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3caz1ej
Grit: Surviving the World's Largest Mud Disaster
In Indonesia, Dian and her community fight for justice from corporate powers accused of a terrible fracking disaster. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZGd9ov
Footballers join calls against domestic violence amid lockdowns
Joint campaign launched by FIFA and WHO to raise awareness about violence towards women, children during pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36Asusf
North India sizzles as temperature touches 50C
Parts of the capital New Delhi record the hottest May day in 18 years with the mercury hitting 47.6C. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36GB20I
Hundreds held as HK police use pepper pellets to disperse protest
Demonstrators take to streets to express opposition to national anthem bill and Beijing's planned national security law. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2X3U7Xq
Missile attack on Yemen army command in Marib kills at least 7
Military sources say chief of staff in Marib province survived attack blamed on Houthis, but son and nephew did not. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2M0w8lp
Tanzania COVID-19 response: Government accused of a coverup
Tanzania's government is accused of sending out false messaging about COVID-19 and covering up a crisis. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3erSM2z
Asia’s ‘travel bubbles’ could change travelling post-pandemic
With many airports deserted, 'travel bubbles' could help a struggling industry get back on its feet. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2yGjoh0
Rouhani urges cooperation as newly elected Parliament convenes
Opening session of new legislative body dominated by 220 conservatives takes places under strict health protocols. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3ei0kEO
US TV host Jimmy Fallon apologises for past blackface skit
A Saturday Night Live clip from 2000 featuring Fallon wearing blackface has prompted a backlash online. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Xy7KwZ
Rwanda genocide: French court to decide on handing suspect to UN
Wanted for genocide. A decision is due in France on where a top suspect in the Rwandan genocide should be tried. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36ADSEn
In Pictures: Iconic sites around the world reopen their doors
Famed archaeological sites are among the global tourist destinations that are once again allowed to welcome visitors. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36ze5fG
In vast Kenya camp, refugee journalists on coronavirus front line
KANERE is on a mission to raise awareness about pandemic in Kakuma, one of world's largest camps for displaced people. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3gujU2v
Spain begins 10-day mourning period for coronavirus victims
Flags across nation to be lowered to half-mast until June 5 to honour more than 27,000 lives lost so far to COVID-19. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZBf65A
South Korea reports biggest spike in coronavirus cases in 49 days
The outbreak at an e-commerce facility comes as some two million students return to class. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3c5NjN5
The Isle of Eigg and the possibilities of building a new economy
An economist explains what one small island in the UK can tell us about the failings of our economy and how to fix them. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3enP35X
Trump says he wants full Afghanistan pullout but sets no timeline
US forces have already begun withdrawing after 19 years of war as part of an agreement signed with Taliban in February. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2X5Cx5b
Japan police arrest man in Kyoto anime arson that killed 36
Shinji Aoba faces murder, arson charges after he stormed into anime studio in 2019 and set it alight killing 36 people. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZFimgk
Hong Kong: Why China's national anthem bill is so controversial
If passed into law by Hong Kong's legislature, the bill will make 'disrespect' of the Chinese national anthem a crime. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2M0N5fB
Excerpts: When Afghanistan was still considered the 'just war'
Author Taran Khan's Shadow City documents lives in Kabul away from the war machinery and foreign aid workers. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36wk7h2
Twitter fact-checks Trump as US president cries vote meddling
Social media platform has been tightening policy amid criticism it has allowed fake accounts, misinformation to thrive. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2AXNo8G
Hong Kong on edge before National Anthem Bill: Live updates
Riot police surround Hong Kong's legislature as protest threat looms over second reading of controversial bill. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2A6mNpD
Trump hints at action against China over Hong Kong security law
White House spokeswoman says US president finds it 'hard to see' how Hong Kong can remain a financial hub amid conflict. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZGknss
Spain to mourn its coronavirus dead: Live updates
Country to observe 10 days of national mourning as WHO says Americas have emerged as new epicentre of pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2X1WVnU
Burkina Faso: The 'devastating impact' of attacks on education
Surge in armed group attacks on schools in recent years deprives some 350,000 students of access to education, HRW says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TC2F5O
'New normal': Indonesian army set to enforce COVID-19 measures
Some 340,000 officers across Indonesia tasked with ensuring people observe rules issued to slow coronavirus spread. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TH1UIq
No school until coronavirus vaccine is available: Duterte
Philippine president says without a vaccine, sending children to school 'spells disaster'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3c40Jtd
Burkina Faso conflict: HRW says 350,000 children out of school
Human Rights Watch says children beg for food or work, and many young girls are forced into early marriages. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2X2fGrn
Which countries have made wearing face masks compulsory?
More than 50 countries require people to cover their faces when they leave home. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2RYltLK
When the C.E.O., Already Facing a Crisis, Gets the Coronavirus
By BY ERIN GRIFFITH from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2X1rv0K
China’s Virus Apps May Outlast the Outbreak, Stirring Privacy Fears
By BY RAYMOND ZHONG from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3d1RXNq
Qatar's birdlife thriving amid pandemic restrictions
The coronavirus lockdown in Qatar has had a positive effect on an array of wildlife with everything from whale sharks to turtles and hundreds of species of birds. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LXYAEF
Millions unemployed the Philippines amid COVID-19 lockdown
The government implemented one of the world's strictest and longest lockdowns amid the coronavirus pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZBzVhh
Coronavirus: All you need to know in under 500 words
Virus reported to have originated in China's Wuhan has killed more than 346,000 people and infected 5.4 million. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TWyZBf
Africa Day: Galaxy of stars shine at virtual coronavirus concert
More than 100 artists and celebrities from across continent take part in online event to raise awareness about COVID-19. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XxLqDx
Afghanistan to free 900 more Taliban prisoners: Government
The move comes after President Ashraf Ghani announced release of Taliban prisoners following Eid ceasefire by Taliban. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2A8P3YG
Hospitals overwhelmed as coronavirus cases explode in India
More than a fifth of the country's coronavirus cases are in Mumbai, where people struggle to find hospital beds. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TByo7a
Remember the MOOCs? After Near-Death, They’re Booming
By BY STEVE LOHR from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2M4BLit
Idlib's displaced: Syrians return home for Eid celebrations
In spite of widespread destruction wrought by government bombardment, they missed home and wanted to return for Eid. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3d4Fl8e
Covid-19 brings remote medicine revolution to the UK
Doctors are finding new ways of working including reviewing patients' scans and X-rays at home. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zlJyGg
Drone to deliver masks to Scottish island
During a two-week trial, the unmanned aircraft will deliver supplies to the Isle of Mull. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zxYqB8
Carrie Lam says security laws will not affect Hong Kong freedoms
Hong Kong leader tries to dispel fears about China's move to impose national security legislation on the city. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3d6kQbw
Saudi Arabia to end curfew on June 21, except in Mecca
Bans on domestic travel, holding prayers in mosques, and workplace attendance will be lifted starting May 31. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36Co6Je
8,000 'excess deaths' in Mexico City as coronavirus rages: study
Magazine Nexos has counted 39,173 fatalities until May 20 - a sharp increase compared with the previous four years. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LXqCjD
WHO sounds warning on coronavirus 'second peak': Live updates
Warning comes as Europe and United States ease lockdowns and people flock to crowded beaches at start of summer season. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Xyiyeq
Find out which masks off the most protection and why
You may have heard the term N95 but what does it mean and why are some masks rated higher than others? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zjKz1v
Taiwan targets truth not justice as it investigates darker times
Justice commission modelled on bodies in South Africa and South America probes killings during years of martial law. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36tB5Na
Still Here: A story of incarceration and gentrification in the US
Many formerly imprisoned women of colour return to neighbourhoods transformed beyond recognition. What awaits them? from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LTZW3e
Russia seeks 18-year prison term for ex-US Marine in spy trial
Moscow wraps up trial of Paul Whelan, who is accused of receiving state secrets, with verdict expected on June 15. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cWzpOF
PA easing coronavirus restrictions in occupied West Bank
Palestinian Authority says time for 'gradual return to normal' as it announces reopening of shops and places of worship. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3gmRKXp
Rohingya Refugees: Inside the Crisis
'No other story has had as much of an impact on me as this one has.' from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3edXAZd
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Who deserves to be a billionaire?
The idea that billionaires deserve their vast fortunes is a ridiculous and destructive myth. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TB0fnT
Coronavirus: What sporting events are affected by the pandemic?
As the virus spreads across the globe, sports bodies are cancelling or postponing events. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2W6S5Wx
PM Shinzo Abe declares end to Japan's coronavirus emergency
Nationwide restrictions end as state of emergency is lifted in Tokyo and four other areas. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zklP9r
Disability support: UK charities urge the government to do more
Staying at home and feeling ignored, this is how disabled people are struggling behind closed doors and under lockdown. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3gk6Lce
Eid al-Fitr in Iraq: Some worshippers defying government lockdown
Forced to forego ancient traditions this Eid, Iraqis use technology to mark the religious holiday, overshadowed by the coronavirus pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tyl9np
US Muslims celebrate 'distanced' Eid al-Fitr amid COVID-19 fears
A number of Muslim communities arranged socially distant celebrations in the US. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XpeSMg
Western Australia hit by 'once-in-a-decade storm'
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Mangga hits Perth, downs trees and leaves tens of thousands of people without electricity. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3ggJfNo
Ramaphosa: South Africa coronavirus lockdown to ease from June 1
Country moved into level three of a five-tier system, allowing reopening of economy under 'strict health protocols'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2M8WNgh
Formula E driver disqualified for gamer swap-in
Formula E driver Daniel Abt is disqualified and ordered to pay £8,900 to charity for getting a professional gamer to compete under his name in an official esports race. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3gm0Ovp
Afghan president pledges to release up to 2,000 Taliban prisoners
Ashraf Ghani's spokesman describes move as a 'goodwill gesture' after the Taliban proposed ceasefire during Eid holiday. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2A4bs9x
Coronavirus: How Chinese rivals are trying to take Zoom's crown
The coronavirus lockdown has fuelled the market for teleconferencing technology apps. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZA08Ni
Cemeteries overflow in Aden as COVID-19 deaths spike in Yemen
The country's only COVID treatment facility is overwhelmed and turning patients away. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bWE0zb
Could coronavirus kickstart more accessible tech?
Video calling has risen during the pandemic but for some disabled people it also brought challenges. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TCKzjV
Crackdown as HK security chief warns of growing 'terrorism'
Pro-Beijing officials expect no delays to the passage of new law amid signs the annual June 4 vigil will be banned. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36yS2FZ
US curbs travel from Brazil amid deepening coronavirus outbreak
New restrictions come into force on May 28 but exclude green card holders and close relatives of American citizens. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TAdxku
Australia begins wide-ranging investigation into deadly bushfires
Six-month Royal Commission to investigate bushfires that killed 33 people and left billions of dollars worth of damage. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3d1DeC6
Taiwan offers help to Hong Kong activists as China tightens grip
Taiwan's laws already provide help to Hong Kong citizens whose safety and liberty are threatened for political reasons. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3gmsOis
US bars travellers from Brazil: Coronavirus live updates
US move comes after Brazil records second-highest number of coronavirus cases in the world. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TyFut5
Is Libya's Khalifa Haftar on the way out?
Eastern-based military commander's setbacks in Tripoli are causing his domestic support base to fragment, analysts say. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LTQDjZ
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Netanyahu arrives at court for corruption trial amid protests
Netanyahu become first serving Israeli PM to face criminal charges as he goes on trial over corruption allegations. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LTy2o1
HK security law must be imposed 'without slightest delay': China
As thousands protest in Hong Kong, China's top diplomat says bill is 'imperative' to guarantee its national security. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cZ5JjZ
Putin changes Russia's electoral law to allow remote vote
Russians will be able to vote electronically or by mail in local and national elections as well as referendums. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LVeLT7
Jaywick's fight: Community support in one of UK's poorest towns
It might be one of the poorest places in the UK, but this small town is taking coronavirus in its stride. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bXE3uC
In Pictures: Eid al-Fitr in the time of coronavirus
Subdued Eid celebrations across the Muslim world as many people mark the end of Ramadan under lockdown. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Zu13yF
Senegal eases COVID-19 restrictions as food crisis looms
A crisis unfolding in Senegal, the World Food Programme warns 130 million people are facing starvation because of the pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Zv4a9o
No political prisoners freed as Egypt pardons thousands on Eid
President el-Sisi grants clemency to 3,157 people, including ex-policeman jailed for murder of singer Suzanne Tamim. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zrpySj
Churches hold first Sunday mass across France as lockdown eases
French government allows churches, mosques and synagogues to reopen after two months of coronavirus lockdown. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3gkYe8U
Poland picks chief justice candidates amid judicial overhaul
Supreme Court judges select five candidates for court president as government critics fear for judicial independence. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3e8f7Sq
Ecuador: Families desperate to find relatives' remains
Families in Ecuador desperately search for the remains of their loved ones, as hospitals and morgues become inundated with coronavirus victims. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LUcyHF
First Iranian oil tanker reaches Venezuelan waters
Five vessels carrying Iranian fuel heading to Venezuela amid rising tensions over a possible US move to halt delivery. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3e6qevg
A lonely Eid al-Fitr under a highway in Jakarta
Workers in the Indonesian capital struggle to earn a living and support their families amid the coronavirus pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cZ1Fjv
Listen, Watch, Learn: Peru's school system takes to the airwaves
A look at Aprendo en Casa, Peru's education-from-home TV show that covers school curricula for children in lockdown. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XmT0RD
As coronavirus ravages UK care homes, it spares one centre
How one British care home managed to protect its residents entirely from COVID-19 on the Isle of Wight. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3ghV3z6
Myanmar submits first report on Rohingya to UN's top court
Document about steps Myanmar took for protecting Rohingya from genocide is with ICJ, official says as critics cry foul. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LWBXR8
Afghan president pledges to expedite release of Taliban prisoners
Ashraf Ghani's statement comes after welcoming announcement by armed group of a three-day ceasefire during Eid al-Fitr. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2AX7jVr
Brazil's Indigenous tribes: COVID-19 spreading in Amazon region
As coronavirus pandemic spreads in Brazil, its Indigenous communities are taking a disproportionate hit. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3ecuXeU
Hong Kong braces for protests on heels of proposed security law
Nearly 200 political figures denounce China's proposed laws as 'comprehensive assault' on the city's autonomy. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bXepWN
Eid: end of Ramadan celebrations go virtual amid coronavirus
Muslims globally find online alternatives to celebrate and organise Eid-related events amid the COVID-19 pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZzgtSa
North Korea's Kim vows to further bolster nuclear war deterrence
Meeting of powerful Central Military Commission marks Kim Jong Un's first public appearance in three weeks. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bROe3K
Eid al-Fitr celebrated under coronavirus lockdown: Live updates
Iraq reports steepest single-day spike in cases as Turkey orders weekend lockdown to help contain spread of infection. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36oSPt0
Hong Kong braces for protests over new China security law
Activists say Beijing's ban on activity considered subversive signals the end of autonomy and have called for demonstrations. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZwEpFY
May temperature records broken across Australia's Queensland
A cold blast of air brings an early winter to parts of the state. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2AWjyBF
Papua New Guinea's ex-PM Peter O'Neill arrested over corruption
His arrest is part of a probe into the alleged unauthorised purchase of two Israeli generators while in office. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XqBifN
Reopening England: Growing calls to protect livelihoods
The UK attempts to strike a balance between public health and reopening the economy. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3eiVjMt
Planting trend in Lebanon amid deepening financial crisis
How growing your own groceries is saving some from a looming food crisis in Lebanon. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tzjw94
The Conspiracy Virus: COVID-19 misinformation in the US
How a conspiracy documentary hijacked US social media and fuelled fake news around coronavirus. Plus, schooling in Peru. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36nBNLK
Kenya lockdown measures taking toll on Eid festivities
Businesses in Kenya suffer, as coronavirus lockdowns hit the normally busy Eid al-Fitr holiday trade. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cXyHkh
Turkey imposes its broadest yet lockdown for Eid al-Fitr
Under new nationwide 24-hour curfew, people in 81 cities are banned from leaving home from May 23 to 26. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3gkgeAC
Bolivia's health minister held for 'ventilator corruption'
Police arrest Navajas, a day after President Anez orders an investigation into the shady purchase of ventilators. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zao1QK
UK contact-tracing phone app against coronavirus to miss deadline
Bureaucracy and new tweaks needed mean app for mobile phone contact tracing will miss June 1 deadline. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2znoL4Z
Iraqis abducted, tortured for partaking in protests: UN report
Demonstrators were abducted by armed actors commonly referred to as 'militia' since last October, new UNAMI report says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tt3bTq
Rouhani says Iran to reopen cultural and religious sites
Iranian president says museums and historical sites to reopen on Sunday to coincide with the Eid el-Fitr celebrations. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Zulqvz
Bolsonaro's coronavirus response: A threat to Brazil's economy
We look at how President Jair Bolsonaro's handling of COVID-19 crisis has decimated Brazil's health service and economy. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2AUXrLU
Peru extends nationwide lockdown until end of June
The extension comes amid a continued spike in infections, making Peru's lockdown one of the longest in the world. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LRmAcx
Berlin church hosts Muslim prayer in 'amazing sign of solidarity'
Church steps in to help nearby mosque comply with German physical distancing rules by hosting part of its worshippers. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Xg1cmo
Thousands of Palestinians stranded abroad urge for repatriation
As the PA does not control its borders, Palestinians face obstacles in returning home during the coronavirus pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WVnwTD
China reports no new coronavirus cases for first time
Milestone comes a day after Communist Party leaders celebrated 'major achievements' in fight against virus. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3gjRvfM
ILO chief: Workers in informal economy face 'utter destitution'
As COVID-19 shutdowns spike unemployment, the labour body's Guy Ryder discusses how governments can protect workers. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XloNCp
Wikipedia sets new rule to combat “toxic behaviour”
Female and LGBTQ editors of the online encyclopaedia have complained of harassment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WW1LDe
Brazil overtakes Russia in coronavirus cases; now second highest
The grim milestone comes as the WHO calls South America 'a new epicentre' of the deadly virus. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XAZZqj
Malta rescues 140 migrants, holds them on tourist boats offshore
Malta has chartered tourist boats to hold migrants rescued by its patrols. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tx2mcb
Brazil has world's second highest coronavirus cases: Live updates
Health authorities in Brazil confirm 330,890 coronavirus cases and more than 21,000 deaths. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bY7a0J
Video of cabinet meeting puts Brazil's Bolsonaro under fire
Video is a key component of a criminal probe against Bolsonaro into allegations made by ex-Justice Minister Sergio Moro. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bWG8qk
Egypt accepts Ethiopia-Sudan proposal to renegotiate dam dispute
Agreement needs to allow for 'Egypt's water interests as well as those of Ethiopia and Sudan' says foreign ministry. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TuNjzJ
Coronavirus, lockdowns and the looming second wave
Countries under pressure to reopen economies tentatively relax restrictions to avoid lasting financial damage. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TuTp37
Brazil coronavirus deaths surpass 20,000 after record daily toll
Country registers 1,188 deaths in 24-hour period, as President Bolsonaro continues calls to scrap lockdown measures. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3ee0Tj7
Drones help to plant seedpods and other tech news
BBC Click's Marc Cieslak looks at some of the best technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cPwtDo
COVID-19 brings renewed urgency to remedies for cholera in Haiti
In this time of extraordinary global challenges, the UN is obligated to remedy the harm it caused in Haiti urgently. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LRULRw
Coronavirus: Travel restrictions, border shutdowns by country
Countries around the world have taken drastic measures, including border closures, in an attempt to curb COVID-19. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UkZJd6
Football matches resume in Costa Rica as virus curbs ease
As Costa Rica successfully contains COVID-19, football fans celebrate return of professional league matches. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tuzmlt
Amazon trials online food delivery in India
The firm has started working with restaurants to deliver meals in parts of Bengaluru. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3e1peIG
Coronavirus: All you need to know in under 500 words
Virus reported to have originated in China's Wuhan has killed more than 333,000 people and infected 5.1 million. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TWyZBf
Which countries have not reported any coronavirus cases?
Coronavirus has been labelled a pandemic but a handful of countries have not yet reported any cases. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3ehBO7t
Malawi's electoral chief resigns ahead of election rerun
Ansah has been the target of protests calling for her resignation over her handling of last year's disputed election. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ToeZ9B
Where's Kim? North Korea leader keeps unusually low profile
Kim's has appeared just four times in public since the start of April, considerably less than the same period last year. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZvAysz
New Zealand opposition leader replaced as Ardern popularity soars
Little known Todd Muller takes helm of centre-right Nationals and faces uphill battle to unseat PM Jacinda Ardern. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ARMn26
Thailand lockdown: Jobless and trapped migrant workers in limbo
Thailand's migrant workers face a precarious future as the country emerges from coronavirus restrictions. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36mqmUE
Trump to withdraw US from Open Skies treaty
Expected withdrawal will be latest move by Trump administration to remove US from major global treaty. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Xj3SQq
Scotland lockdown: First minister announces lifting restrictions
The development comes more than two weeks after the UK prime minister announced the lifting of lockdown. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WQ5H8i
Protests, anger greet China plan for Hong Kong security law
Activists say they will march to China Liaison Office, as democrats condemn move as 'end of Hong Kong'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bOz6UB
‘Culture of violence’: The Thai military’s problem with abuse
Death of drug suspect after violent interrogation has put spotlight on allegations of abuse in Thailand’s military. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2A2FWJe
Interactive: How did we get to five million coronavirus cases?
Visual timeline of the pandemic spread in different countries, as global COVID-19 infections hit the five million mark. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZnpkGx
Family of Jamal Khashoggi forgives killers of Saudi journalist
Khashoggi's son Salah says in tweet that those who forgive and make reconciliation will be rewarded by God. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36nEXiw
Record coronavirus toll in Brazil; US flags to fly at half-staff
Brazil's coronavirus deaths exceed 20,000 and Donald Trump orders US flags at half-mast as nation's toll nears 100,000. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZmiYY2
UK to roll out antibody testing, planning 'antibody certificates'
At least one in 20 people in England have already had coronavirus, say public health experts. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LO9m07
Could coronavirus change how we tackle the climate crisis?
Environmental improvements are minimal as COVID-19 threatens future commitments to fighting climate emergency. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZoZXnE
Malaysia’s Ramadan bazaars go online amid pandemic
Vendors at Malaysia's Ramadan bazaars are finding new opportunities despite lockdown restrictions. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3e6HRep
What happens if you catch the new coronavirus?
What we know so far on what COVID-19 does to the human body in cases of infections and deaths. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/37gtvEc
Coronavirus: All you need to know in under 500 words
Virus reported to have originated in China's Wuhan has killed more than 328,000 people and infected five million. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TWyZBf
Doctors race to understand new illness afflicting children
More and more cases of a Kawasaki-like disease, called PMIS or MIS-C, reported among children exposed to coronavirus. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bSgzH7
Surveillance will not save us from COVID-19
The use of tech-based surveillance to fight the virus can exacerbate the suffering of the most vulnerable communities. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tr33Un
Iraq announces arrest of ISIL number two Nasser al-Qirdash
Nasser al-Qirdash was appointed in the role of deputy leader to the current ISIL chief, Abu Ibrahim al-Quraishi. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZpJlMv
Coronavirus: Afghan girls make ventilators out of car parts
The award-winning schoolgirl team is racing against time to help coronavirus patients. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZlneXz
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Mental Health Awareness: Keeping your screen time healthy
There's no escaping screens, but here's how to steal some time back from them. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cRZzBY
Bangladesh using controversial law to 'gag media, free speech'
At least 20 journalists have been charged or arrested under a controversial law in the past one month. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ylxTqd
How coronavirus cases reached five million worldwide
Visual timeline of the pandemic spread in different countries, as global COVID-19 infections hit the five million mark. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZnpkGx
China accuses US of 'blackmailing' Hong Kong government
US says hard to assess level of autonomy in Hong Kong after recent incidents, including arrest of veteran politicians. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36fqmG6
Zuckerberg: Facebook in 'arms race' against electoral interference
Facebook's founder Mark Zuckerberg told the BBC it has "learned lessons" from political scandals. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZkSFkZ
Zuckerberg: Facebook to 'take down' coronavirus misinformation
Mark Zuckerberg explains how the social network is responding to the Covid-19 crisis. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2AOaG0R
Cyclone Amphan leaves trail of destruction in Bangladesh, India
At least 20 killed, thousands of houses destroyed and millions without power as cyclone batters the region. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WMFtDH
Zack Snyder's Justice League re-cut headed for HBO Max
The announcement comes a week ahead of the launch of the new HBO streaming service. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Xf6GxT
UK interest in online casinos at 'all-time high' in lockdown
Lockdown measures may prove a "recipe for disaster", problem gamblers tell the BBC. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cNIRUA
Latest UK 'terrorism' legislation criticised by rights groups
A further tightening of measures against people who have not been convicted undermines British justice, say campaigners. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cRFRX0
Top Tokyo prosecutor to resign after virus breach: Japanese media
Magazine reported prosecutor Hiromu Kurokawa was gambling at mahjong in defiance of social-distancing rules. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bMalZr
US approves $180m sale of advanced torpedoes to Taiwan
Approval for submarine-launched weapon sale comes on same day President Tsai Ing-wen was inaugurated for a second term. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TlJAo8
Coronavirus battleground shifts to Latin America: Live updates
Brazil expected to overtake Russia as the country with second-highest infections as cases in Peru surpass 100,000. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36jAqxW
Top Swiss prosecutor faces possible impeachment over FIFA probe
Attorney General Michael Lauber could be removed from office over alleged bungling of anti-corruption investigation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cL9OIm
Prosecutors seek 21-year sentence for Norway mosque attacker
Philip Manshaus, 22, is accused of murder and committing an act of terror. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36hK4Rl
More than 1,000 COVID-19 infections in Buenos Aires slum
Activists in Argentina are calling for the government to help a poor area of Buenos Aires, which has been hit hard by COVID-19. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zOmiQV
Cambridge University moves learning online for full year
Some back decision to limit spread of coronavirus as others question whether any savings will be passed on to students. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Xf1PwM
Malaysian man sentenced to death in Singapore via Zoom call
Punithan Genasan, a 37-year-old Malaysian, received the sentence for his role in a 2011 heroin transaction. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3g5LOlb
'Immense challenges' as Taiwan's Tsai Ing-wen begins second term
Taiwan's first female president takes oath of office for a second term amid worsening ties with China. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3e17oW9
Which countries have made wearing face masks compulsory?
More than 50 countries require people to cover their faces when they leave home. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2RYltLK
Niger: 12 soldiers killed in Boko Haram attack on military base
At least 10 other soldiers were also wounded in the attack on the Blabrine military base near the Diffa town in Niger. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XrRuxJ
Coronavirus: All you need to know in under 500 words
Virus reported to have originated in China's Wuhan has killed more than 323,000 people and infected 4.9 million. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TWyZBf
Voting begins in Burundi's presidential election
The election is meant to usher in the first democratic transition in 58 years of independence for the nation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tmy5N4
Cambridge University: All lectures to be online-only until summer of 2021
There will be no face-to-face lectures in the next academic year due to coronavirus, the university says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZlgQzQ
Poor video calling? Tech advice to fix it
Kate Russell explains the steps which could improve your wi-fi connection. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zPlNGr
UN envoy warns foreign backers will worsen Libyan conflict
UN envoy says influx of foreign mercenaries, arms will intensify war and hurt civilians the most. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XjOIum
Man makes money buying his own pizza on DoorDash app
The owner of a pizza restaurant discovered the app was selling his food cheaper than he was but still paying him full price. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TmXcQ4
Coronavirus: Serco apologises for sharing contact tracers' email addresses
Outsourcing giant Serco has apologised for the data breach, which affects almost 300 people. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cLiL4A
Canada Facebook fines $6.5m over 'false' privacy claims
Canada's Competition Bureau said the tech firm improperly shared users' data with third parties. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3cLsqbn
BND: Court curbs German spy agency's bugging abroad
The BND intelligence agency is told to limit its monitoring of foreigners' data overseas. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2X9kPwF
US oil prices: Markets rally but still far from 2020 peak
Oil prices show some signs of recovery thanks to improving demand and production cuts by key energy producers. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3e5YhUr
Kashmir internet blackouts thwart coronavirus fight
Experts say contact tracing, which helps track down infected people, cannot be carried out due to internet shutdowns. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bKyzmz
Taiwan's Tsai Ing-wen says no to 'one country, two systems'
After inauguration for second term, island's president says Taiwan and China must find peaceful way to coexist. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3g7NL0w
Bangladesh, India brace for Amphan - biggest cyclone in 20 years
Millions evacuated as super cyclone barrels from Bay of Bengal with winds equivalent to a category 5 hurricane. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WL6Cqu
A City Locks Down to Fight Coronavirus, but Robots Come and Go
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Bolsonaro touts chloroquine as Brazil coronavirus crisis deepens
At least 1,179 deaths recorded on Tuesday as country reports third-highest number of cases, behind Russia and US. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3e4UCpA
Palestinian President Abbas says accords with Israel, US are void
The practical implications of Abbas' announcement, made across national television, remain unclear. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WOqrxs
Coronavirus deaths in Brazil reach daily record: Live updates
Outbreak in Brazil is third-worst in the world, with President Jair Bolsonaro opposed to life-saving lockdowns. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TkrZNk
Brazil lets Cuban doctors resume work amid coronavirus struggle
Doctors who stayed after Havana cancelled a programme helping Brazil's healthcare system receive new medical licenses. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WHTcvu
Eid al-Fitr 2020: Everything you need to know
The Muslim festival marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Zh6xwz
Pompeo demands China reveal whereabouts of Tibet's Panchen Lama
Top US diplomat's call comes 25 years after six-year-old monk was seized and has since never been seen in public. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WNvT3H
Burundi gears up to hold tense presidential election
More than five million people are eligible to cast ballots in race to succeed longtime President Pierre Nkurunziza. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36bk2PT
Tracking Africa's coronavirus cases
Experts warn fragile healthcare systems in many nations could be overwhelmed in the face of a severe COVID-19 outbreak. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UzPMtI
Chile COVID-19 lockdown: Poor Santiago residents demand food, aid
Hundreds defy curbs to demand food and medical aid in one of the poorest neighbourhoods of Chile's capital. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2yiqyry
South Sudan's Riek Machar, wife test positive for coronavirus
'A number of his office staff and bodyguards' have also been infected, his office said in a Facebook post. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3g4qJrm
Iraq: Rocket lands near US embassy inside Baghdad's Green Zone
No reports of casualties in attack; Iraqi military says rocket launched from an eastern district of Baghdad. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dWWMrj
Trump threatens permanent freeze on WHO funding
Trump tells WHO chief he will reconsider US membership unless health agency demonstrates independence from China. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3e2eHNB
Top tennis stars pitch in for Pakistan coronavirus relief efforts
Federer, Nadal, Djokovic donate signed memorabilia for auction to help feed Pakistani families affected by pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WK8TT5
Qatar confirms coronavirus in jail but denies widespread outbreak
Government says the 12 inmates confirmed with disease were immediately taken to hospital for treatment. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WLJ6Kh
Taiwan tells US it is complying with North Korea sanctions
Move comes after reports of ship-to-ship transfers of petroleum products to North Korea using vessels based in Taiwan. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ydMjsq
From 'how to' to hair dye: our lockdown web searches
New trends in search engine queries are emerging as people seek new skills and home school help. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Xay3ZP
Elon Musk: Tesla raises cost of 'self-driving' cars
Elon Musk hikes the price of Tesla's "self-driving" option by $1,000 and says it will continue to rise. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3g3LIe4
Coronavirus: Uber announces drastic cuts to secure its future
Uber announces drastic action to scale back its business as its losses balloon amid pandemic lockdowns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TcbZwX
How disabled people are problem-solving in the pandemic
As people adapt to self-isolation, one community is helping itself find solutions to very particular challenges. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dTcXWA
India's 'superfood' jackfruit goes global
Jackfruit has morphed from a back yard nuisance into the meat-substitute darling of vegans and vegetarians in the West. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LHmm7D
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Danger lurks in lockdown for survivors of trafficking, violence
Coronavirus lockdowns are physically trapping survivors with abusers, while removing chances for economic empowerment. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TiNBK4
Forced off air by Philippines Duterte, ABS-CBN turns to court
Country's largest TV network asks Supreme Court to order immediate reopening, calling shutdown 'grave injustice'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2z0sHso
Trump attacks WHO as 'puppet of China': Coronavirus live updates
US continues to put political pressure on WHO and China, as it pledges $11b to ramp up own COVID-19 testing efforts. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bKQz06
British MPs back plans to tighten immigration rules
New rules imply thousands of front-line key workers are 'unwelcome in our country', says Labour figure. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ABeIcF
Disney's head of streaming to become CEO of TikTok
Kevin Mayer will be in charge of the global development of the short-form video platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZhYSxR
India evacuates thousands as cyclone Amphan set to hit east coast
Amphan, expected to gain strength in the next 12 hours, expected to hit states of Odisha and West Bengal. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cJjZgr
Jewish settler convicted in arson that killed Palestinian
Attack in occupied West Bank village of Duma killed 18-month-old Ali Dawabsheh and his parents. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3fXG3Gh
Africa's population is aging and it needs social protection
Africa may be the youngest continent on earth, but its older population is growing, too, and it is growing fast. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3fVSyCe
US autoworkers back on assembly lines as car sales plummet
Across United States, unsold cars by the thousands sit idle, competing with cheaper, used cars. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/36buuGQ
King upholds Muhyiddin as Malaysia PM in brief Parliament sitting
All but state media barred from session, first since Muhyiddin took power, with king's speech only item on agenda. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cGKWBH
Afghan intelligence officials killed in Taliban car bombing
At least seven people killed and 40 others wounded in attack in Ghazni city claimed by the Taliban armed group. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ThdbPv
Taliban talks in sight as Afghan political rivals end feud
President Ghani signs deal with his rival Abdullah, who will head peace talks with the Taliban amid surge in violence. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zN4TrX
Parts of Europe ease coronavirus curbs as new infections drop
Leaders urge caution as some countries in Europe begin to emerge from lockdowns imposed to curb the pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Th9HMV
Libya's GNA recaptures strategic al-Watiya airbase
Announcement by Tripoli-based administration comes after month-long offensive against forces loyal to Khalifa Haftar. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Zl0Ygq
Canada air force aerobatics team member dies in plane crash
Canadian forces' Snowbirds jet crashes in British Columbia on a tour to lift spirits during coronavirus pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3fXZwXm
Lina Attalah: Egypt's news outlet's chief editor released on bail
Mada Masr says its editor-in-chief Attalah was arrested by Egyptian security forces outside Cairo's Tora Prison complex. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3fVCalc
On the road with London's gig economy workers
The UK's often overlooked and underpaid couriers and drivers share their stories of working during the pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cJefmZ
US coronavirus: Experts fear new wave of infections
As most states in US, encouraged by president, lift their lockdowns, health officials fear new wave of infections. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/366StqU
'Playful escape': How sport is tackling coronavirus pandemic
As leagues resume play behind closed doors, teams are adjusting to new routines and restrictions amid health concerns. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2X49f5X
Brazil's president pushes for end to lockdown
Coronavirus cases are still increasing across the country, as thousands have died of COVID-19 so far. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2AvBrqz
Benin votes in controversial local polls despite COVID-19 threat
Critics warned health risks were too high for a vote opposition insisted should not be happening in the first place. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cJLJld
Hong Kong legislators trade blows as China anthem law looms
Pro-democracy legislators carried out of assembly as pro-Beijing legislators attempt to seize control of key committee. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3g5wXaL
Rich List: Inventor Sir James Dyson is UK's richest person
The entrepreneur replaces the Hinduja brothers after increasing his wealth by £3.6bn. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2X1LrQb
Coronavirus: UCC fashion students turn to Instagram for graduation show
Students from University Centre Colchester were due to stage a graduation fashion show this month. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3fVZS0K
Coronavirus: Live entertainment is evolving online to be a lifeline
Creative minds are coming up with new ideas to give us back some of the human connection we've lost. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ZfYUX8
Coronavirus probe gains momentum ahead of World Health Assembly
Many join call for independent probe into pandemic, as world health body faces questions over Taiwan's participation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2z6xkB1
UN's Guterres asks Bangladesh to move Rohingya to refugee camps
Refugees rescued in early May floating adrift in the Bay of Bengal are held at an island prone to deadly monsoon. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ADSwih
Selfie-snapping Bolsonaro defies coronavirus advice: Live updates
Brazil's president plucks children from crowd for photos, as country's outbreak becomes larger than Spain and Italy. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zMo2u5
Hospitals running out of ICU beds in Brazil
Brazil's healthcare system is heading towards collapse as coronavirus spreads. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WBPsf6
Tracking Africa's coronavirus cases
Experts warn fragile healthcare systems in many nations could be overwhelmed in the face of a severe COVID-19 outbreak. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UzPMtI
Netanyahu says new Israeli gov't should annex illegal settlements
New coalition government is being sworn in in Israel, ending months of political uncertainty. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZhLASl
Afghanistan: Ghani and Abdullah sign power-sharing deal
Under the agreement, Abdullah will lead council for peace talks and members of his team will be included in the cabinet. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zGXoTo
Crowds flock to the beach as heatwave hits Greece
Beachgoers in Greece try to cool down as temperatures approach 40 degrees Celsius. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WBGIWk
Iran's businesses struggle to stay afloat amid COVID-19
Iran, already struggling under sanctions, now also dealing with financial strain brought on by coronavirus pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tb2VIs
GNA: Haftar forces shelling kills 7 at displaced people's shelter
Libya's internationally-recognised government says 17 civilians also wounded in attack in Tripoli's Fornaj district. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dUjIHW
Which countries have made wearing face masks compulsory?
More than 50 countries require people to cover their faces when they leave home. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2RYltLK
Under the cover of COVID-19: Cracking down on Hong Kong
The coronavirus pandemic is used as a cover to stifle voices of dissent in Hong Kong. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WDpYxN
Chinese ambassador to Israel found dead in Tel Aviv home
Police say they have launched an investigation after Du Wei was found dead in his residence in Herzliya. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dTVDRC
Mexican journalist killed in Sonora, third to be slain in 2020
Jorge Armenta, director of media outlet Medios Obson, was reportedly under gov't protection after receiving threats. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bG5R6i
Zimbabwe extends coronavirus lockdown 'indefinitely'
President Emmerson Mnangagwa says the country needs to ease out of the lockdown 'in a strategic and gradual manner'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LBT2Q4
Clashes between separatists, pro-gov't forces kill 14 in Yemen
Fighting between supposed allies continues for sixth straight day on outskirts of Zinjibar, Abyan province. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cI1fya
In the UK, popular beaches are still mostly empty
Restrictions are being partially lifted in England, but confusion and worry reign. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZeYJLJ
Class of 2020: Graduating in the time of coronavirus
For many of the millions of students graduating from high school in the US, this is not the celebration they had hoped for. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2X6qByP
A moment of reckoning - when coronavirus meets climate change
Cyclones in the Pacific and pandemics tell us a lot about global inequality and highlight our futile pursuit of profit. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2X23DsR
Doctor's Note: How can we help victims of abuse during lockdown?
Coronavirus has forced many victims of violence to be locked in with their abusers, with nowhere to go to for respite. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cEHSWD
Western mercenaries arrived in Libya to support Haftar: Report
UN discloses new information about two UAE-based companies dispatching soldiers to the North African country. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2X21VHP
'Tick a box': Malaysia MPs to meet two months after power grab
King's speech is only item on agenda, in a move that has driven anger among opposition questioning government majority. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ya0VsX
'Heroic' mother breastfeeds orphaned babies after Kabul attack
Gunmen killed 24 women, children and babies at a maternity hospital in the Afghan capital, leaving the world in shock. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3fVHl4G
Brazil surpasses Spain in coronavirus cases: Live updates
Brazil's health ministry reports 14,919 new cases of COVID-19, while infections worldwide hit more than 100,000 a day. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WEO3V3
Polish archbishop refers child abuse negligence case to Vatican
New documentary accuses Polish Bishop Edward Janiak of shielding priests known to have sexually abused children. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Z8qOEw
Coronavirus: Can gaming help stop lockdown loneliness?
Gamers like Millicent say their online adventures are helping them stay connected to friends in lockdown. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WBbUoD
UK eases restrictions: Some people now back at work
Warnings of a second wave of coronavirus infections as United Kingdom allows people to return to work. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/365fFFS
Netherlands: Climate activists protest Schiphol airport expansion
Environmental activists are angry about the Dutch government's decision to approve the expansion of a major airport. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2X3RbJ0
Protest in Arizona as state lifts COVID-19 restrictions
Protesters in US state of Arizona say end of lockdown there will have deadly consequences. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/368Vo2q
Iran sentences French academic to six years in prison: Lawyer
Fariba Adelkhah is sentenced to five years in jail for conspiring against Iran's security and one year for propaganda. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2X5VpQk
Palestinians tear gassed in protests against Israeli settlements
Israeli army injures dozens of Palestinian protesters during two demonstrations in northern occupied West Bank. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ZbMnUC
Iraqi protesters remain in jail in test for new PM
Courts yet to act on order by Iraq's new prime minister to release demonstrators. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tc0Fkq
More displacement in East Africa as Lake Victoria swells
Almost half a million people have been left homeless as floods devastate East Africa. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LwEeC2
Five wildlife films to watch during lockdown
The executive producer of Al Jazeera's award-winning environmental solutions series, earthrise, shares her top picks. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WzlBE4
All coronavirus patients recover in Cambodia, no cases for weeks
The last COVID-19 patient, a 36-year-old woman from Banteay Meanchey, has been discharged from a hospital in Phnom Penh. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Arjqts
Amidst Lockdown, Philippines's Largest TV Network Goes Off Air
Filipino government forces a TV network off air. Plus, COVID-19 is used as cover to stifle dissent in Hong Kong. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cE8bfF
Now More Than Ever, Facebook Is a ‘Mark Zuckerberg Production’
By BY MIKE ISAAC, SHEERA FRENKEL AND CECILIA KANG from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3cD5c7b
Rising CAR unrest threatens to reignite war
Fighting has intensified between ethnic groups and armed gangs vying for territory. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Za3xCg
US House Democrats pass $3 trillion coronavirus relief bill
Senate Republicans have pledged to block measure, and Trump has promised a veto if it were to reach his desk. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LAfGbo
India: Truck crash kills 23 workers going home amid lockdown
Accident in Uttar Pradesh latest to highlight extreme risks faced by poor under measures to stop coronavirus spread. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cDnpS6
Brazil: Coronavirus pandemic reaches dozens of Indigenous groups
A survey finds 446 cases of new coronavirus and 92 deaths among Indigenous groups, mainly in Brazilian Amazon. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WC7nSY
Benin to hold contentious local polls despite coronavirus threat
Critics have called on voters to boycott polls over ballot absence of key opposition parties and coronavirus risks. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/362Nw2p
Jordan warns Israel of 'massive conflict' over annexation
King Abdullah II says Jordan is considering 'all options' over Israel's plan to annex parts of the occupied West Bank. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dTC77N
Police raid in quarantined Brazil slum kills 10
Clashes erupt after police seeking a local drug kingpin raid a cluster of poor neighbourhoods in Rio de Janeiro. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2y5MzJV
EU to launch diplomatic push against Israeli West Bank annexation
The European Union is united in opposing Israel's plan, but divided in what to do about it. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dORVZh
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Brazil, Mexico hit new daily record for virus cases: Live updates
Mexico official says nation is facing most 'difficult moment' as coronavirus infections hit a new daily record of 2,437. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2y7jIVD
U.S. Is Said to Plan to File Antitrust Charges Against Google
By BY CECILIA KANG, DAVID MCCABE AND DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3bwqbHm
Stigma, fears of quarantine hinder Kenya’s COVID-19 fight
COVID-19 testing ramps up across worst-affected parts of Kenya, but many are worried they will be forced into quarantine. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3fSpFqA
Slovenia first European nation to declare end of epidemic at home
President 'calls off' coronavirus epidemic as extraordinary measures are eased, but experts warn threat remains present. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3fXsFSL
Emergency teams race to contain virus spread in Rohingya camps
Local official said an entire block in one camp, housing about 5,000 people, was shut off after a confirmed case. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zBDskO
Key workers at risk: UK companies accused of overlooking safety
Couriers are essential workers in the UK, but delivery companies are under fire for not looking out for the safety of their employees. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/360zmyJ
Yemeni army says Houthis killed in al-Badya clashes
Clashes reported after UN Yemen envoy told UNSC warring parties made 'significant progress' towards ceasefire agreement. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/361ZHMJ
Timeline: How the new coronavirus spread
More than 4.4 million coronavirus cases confirmed worldwide, with at least 301,000 deaths and 1.6 million recoveries. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3aFqnEV
Nakba Day: For Palestinians it is not just an historical event
While the Zionist project fulfilled its dream of a homeland in Palestine, Palestinian displacement has never stopped. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LrW9Kn
Samantha Power: 'US is pulling away from its democratic allies'
Former US ambassador to UN discusses President Trump's scaled-down global leadership role during coronavirus pandemic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2X2mJim
US Senate approves bill to sanction China over Uighur rights
Legislators give unanimous consent to bill imposing sanctions on Chinese officials responsible for Uighur rights abuses. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WxBzyh
Zimbabwe water shortages add plight to multiple crises
Water shortages are causing increased hardships for many, on top of coronavirus restrictions, unemployment and the crippling economic crisis. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Wy6jzl
Brazil's president defiant as coronavirus death toll soars
Grief grips Brazil as deaths from COVID-19 spike sharply but Bolsonaro insists the country must get back to work. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WztTvJ
A passenger drone hotel and other technology news
BBC Click's Jen Copestake looks at some of the best technology news stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dT5yXD
China's Wuhan has tested third of residents for coronavirus
City embarks on enormous testing exercise after emergence of new clusters of cases following end of lockdown. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2X43khk
Aarogya Setu: Why India's Covid-19 contact tracing app is controversial
Aarogya Setu, India's contact tracing app, has crossed 100 million downloads, but has raised concerns. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/35YykDc
US church sues after bible study 'Zoombombed' by child abuse
A hacker took over worshippers' computers and played 'sickening' images of child abuse, the suit says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/361nEnt
How coronavirus is changing NHS technology
Hospitals across the UK have been making improvements to their technology in response to Covid-19. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bybfZe
Rise in deaths with COVID-like symptoms in south Yemen: aid group
Poor testing facilities in means COVID-19 cases could be much higher in south where ceasefire failed to take hold. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Wxnn8t
'Role model': Pakistan's Hazara woman packing a punch
Kulsoom Hazara has won medals at national and international karate tournaments, inspiring young Pakistanis. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dLBZab
US says ISIL was responsible for Kabul hospital attack
Envoy urges Afghans to persist with peace effort with Taliban after gov't said it would resume offensive against group. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WXmJ39
Hong Kong police watchdog to release report on protest response
Police have been accused of disproportionate use of force with protesters calling for an independent inquiry. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Z4JXY0
Grand Theft Auto free download crashes Epic Games store
Within minutes of the offer going live the website began experiencing glitches. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2zGCTG8
Slovenia calls an end to its coronavirus epidemic: Live updates
Slovenia begins easing border controls after calling an end to its epidemic - the first European country to do so. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XbH6tR
Right-wing UK minister under fire for 'Islamophobic fake news'
Nadine Dorries on Thursday retweeted a far-right Twitter account known for Islamophobic misinformation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cwRfYg
Police are using the COVID-19 pandemic as an excuse to abuse Roma
The coronavirus pandemic exacerbated the ugly, systematic state violence against Romani people. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T60S8D
What happens if you catch the new coronavirus?
What we know so far on what COVID-19 does to the human body in cases of infections and deaths. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/37gtvEc
South Africa: Many in Johannesburg are going hungry
The mayor of South Africa's biggest city says nearly one million households do not have enough to eat. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bunt59
Mumbai coronavirus cases spike as India begins to ease lockdown
Health officials struggle to contain the spread of the virus in financial hub, complicating India's recovery. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T4DnwL
The coronavirus is not good for nature
It may seem like COVID-19 has led to a resurgence of nature, but the full picture is not so rosy. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cCepwE
Coronavirus: Nicaragua moves over 2,800 prisoners to house arrest
None of at least 86 opposition figures in jail among those released, advocates say. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2yUxPOv
US: Undocumented healthcare workers face deportation threat
The US is the worst affected country by coronavirus in the world, but thousands of its front-line healthcare workers could soon be forced out of their jobs. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ySYdYY
Taliban claim deadly attack on court in Afghanistan's Paktia
At least five killed in truck bomb attack on a military court in Gardez city days after dozens killed in deadly attacks. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3fL4ruF
South Korean farmers embrace hi-tech methods
Smart farm technologies in South Korea help reduce the need for manpower in rural areas where they do not have enough workers. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T4vjvZ
Typhoon roars towards the Philippines amid coronavirus lockdown
Typhoon Vongfong last spotted 230km off the country's eastern region with maximum wind gusts of up to 185kph. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2yLozfK
China’s ‘OK Boomer’: Generations Clash Over the Nation’s Future
By BY LI YUAN from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2AstQJt
US officials warn of COVID-19-related condition in children
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns doctors of coronavirus-related condition that has killed three children in New York. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2YZzddc
Farmers, shepherds face loss of livelihoods in occupied West Bank
Palestinians in the Jordan Valley already have limited space to expand and movement is limited because of COVID-19. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zxTIDg
Which countries have made wearing face masks compulsory?
More than 50 countries require people to cover their faces when they leave home. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2RYltLK
Wristband helps workers maintain social distancing
Rolled out at the port of Antwerp the device vibrates if the wearer is too close to another worker. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Lq7bzH
'Horrific act': Kabul hospital carnage shakes Afghanistan
Gunmen kill 24 people, including 16 women and two newborns, as Afghanistan comes to terms with deadly attacks. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/35UXPFE
US envoy threatens to trigger return of all UN sanctions on Iran
Threat part of US strategy to ensure that Iran arms embargo due to expire in October remains in force. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2AlFOo4
Geopolitical drama: Fans swoon over North, South Korea romance
Crash Landing on You is a love story across borders and reveals aspects of North Korea that are rarely seen. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2AsccFJ
TikTok Broke Privacy Promises, Children’s Groups Say
By BY NATASHA SINGER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2WslAlk
US sails warship near Taiwan ahead of presidential inauguration
Taiwan has accused China of intimidation, as the mainland and US stepped up manoeuvres in recent weeks. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WuT2rt
US hits China-linked coronavirus research hacking: Live updates
US scientists, public health officials warned of cyber-theft, while Brazil confirms a daily record of 11,385 new cases. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2AoChFz
Swiss attorney-general to be questioned over FIFA meetings
Michael Lauber is facing allegations of misconduct in his FIFA corruption investigation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3fMlbBJ
Coronavirus: Uber and Addison Lee to install protective screens
Addison Lee and Uber are installing partitions and providing taxi drivers with protective gear. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3dG1KJ0
FBI 'mistakenly reveals Saudi official linked' to 9/11 attackers
Mistake was made in a declaration by an FBI official in response to lawsuit by families of 9/11 victims, report says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zCSw1e
Sudan rejects Ethiopia proposal to sign Nile mega-dam agreement
Sudan calls on Ethiopia, Egypt to resume talks immediately over the controversial dam amid high tensions. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WPNJBQ
Afghan president orders operation against Taliban
Afghanistan's president orders the military to resume attacks against the Taliban and other armed groups. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3covABw
Senegalese engineering students fight coronavirus with inventions
Students at top Dakar school turn skills towards easing pressure on hospitals with innovations such as medical robots. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3fH98Wh
What happens if you catch the new coronavirus?
What we know so far on what COVID-19 does to the human body in cases of infections and deaths. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/37gtvEc
Coronavirus: Travel restrictions, border shutdowns by country
Countries around the world have taken drastic measures, including border closures, in an attempt to curb COVID-19. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UkZJd6
Timeline: How the new coronavirus spread
More than 4.2 million coronavirus cases confirmed worldwide, with at least 291,000 deaths and 1.5 million recoveries. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3aFqnEV
Tracking Africa's coronavirus cases
Experts warn fragile healthcare systems in many nations could be overwhelmed in the face of a severe COVID-19 outbreak. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UzPMtI
Saudi Arabia to enforce coronavirus curfew during Eid
Nationwide 24-hour curfew will be imposed from May 23 to 27 following the end of Ramadan as COVID-19 cases rise. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WpaLQO
US says Taiwan's exclusion from WHO caused loss of lives
Report by top commission comes as Taiwan and US step up efforts to get the island included in World Health Assembly. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dMmPSh
Pompeo arrives in Israel for talks on Iran, annexation plans
US official to meet Netanyahu and Gantz and discuss Israel's annexation plans for parts of occupied West Bank. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2YZFaHm
Judge stalls US government move to drop Flynn's criminal case
Former Trump national security adviser seeks to withdraw 2017 guilty plea in which he admitted to lying to the FBI. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LmSkpw
Iceland's ancestry records give coronavirus clues
Why Iceland's population records and a blood bank could reveal secrets of the coronavirus. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/3bt4nfy
Qatar: Drive-through testing to 'allow understanding of virus'
Through the initiative, authorities seek to gain insight into community transmission of virus and asymptomatic cases. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3co4VVv
COVID-19 cases soar in Brazil, Chile amid accusations of neglect
As number of victims mounts in Brazil and Chile, governments are under fire for failing to mount adequate response to crisis. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SV99wb
Sri Lanka election body mulls delaying polls due to coronavirus
Snap parliamentary election was delayed previously because of lockdown, but opposition urges holding them soon. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WqbO2Y
UK gov't criticised for neglect of coronavirus in care homes
Critics say government failed to protect elderly in nursing centres early on. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3fLyi6n
Coronavirus: Twitter allows staff to work from home 'forever'
The social media company said its work-from-home approach during the lockdown had been a success. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2T0bLch
Brazil's Bolsonaro 'caught on video' pushing to swap police chief
Ex-justice chief Sergio Moro says tape should be made public as it proves president's interference in law enforcement. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WqRJtf
Brazil records deadliest day yet as coronavirus cases surge
Worsening outbreak comes as President Jair Bolsonaro, who has played down COVID-19, pressures state governors to reopen. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WU4Faj
Coronavirus lockdown hobbles Vanuatu cyclone recovery effort
Thousands of families remain homeless after Cyclone Harold destroyed properties worth as much as $100m. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cqNtj6
Trump support ebbs as US coronavirus deaths mount: Live updates
Latest survey shows 56 percent disapprove of Trump as the death toll mounts in the world's worst-affected country from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2yQXWpA
Coronavirus funding plan threatens EU defence ambitions
A multibillion-euro plan to boost the EU's defence sector is at risk due to the scale of coronavirus recovery funding. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dEKqE9
Yemen gov't vows to fight separatists as clashes erupt in south
Internationally-recognised gov't says it will confront STC fighters as deadly fighting erupts on outskirts of Zinjibar. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LidJQX
Is Tanzania covering up the real number of coronavirus deaths?
Suspicion over official COVID-19 numbers grows as critics accuse gov't of of failing to inform public on true extent. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2YU9ZNq
Denmark's female imam: 'We challenge the structure from within'
Sherin Khankan, who opened the women's Mariam Mosque in Copenhagen, believes the concept of reform is inherent to Islam. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2yO62zd
Coronavirus: Fauci to warn on risk of opening US economy too soon
Top disease expert will tell US Senate that reopening economy too soon may result in 'needless suffering and death'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Wmxq0i
Nurses fighting coronavirus lack handwashing facilities: Report
On International Nurses Day, aid groups call on governments to ensure protection and safety of healthcare workers. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WnX4l3
Afghanistan: Gunmen storm Kabul hospital
Security forces reach the site to counter the attack at the government-run Dasht-e-Barchi Hospital, official say. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/35Q0ccA
Several coronavirus patients killed in Russia hospital fire
Russia's emergency ministry confirms incident while local media reports said five killed due to overloaded ventilators. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/35RWxLq
China legal scholar briefly detained after coronavirus criticism
Zhang Xuezhong had also called on the country's legislative body to draft a new constitution while urging more freedom. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2yM3kKs
People return to work after eight weeks of lockdown in France
France has ended its lockdown, with people allowed to return to shops and work, but cafes and restaurants remain closed. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/35Qc7Hu
Mexico's president orders military on streets for four more years
New decree comes as violence grinds on in Mexico, with 3,000 murders recorded in March alone. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Wlq9Oe
In Pictures: The Moroccan fisherwomen
Fisherwomen in Moroccan coastal villages are breaking through boundaries to enter the male-dominated world of fishing. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WHx1EA
New Zealand to stick with Taiwan support despite China rebuke
Country says will stand by Taiwan on coronavirus because of its 'tremendous success' in dealing with the outbreak. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WNZFnt
Bitcoin 'halving': What does the much-hyped event mean?
Investors are debating what impact the adjustment will have on the cryptocurrency market. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WmUXxV
Vital Kamerhe, top aide to DRC president, on trial for corruption
President Felix Tshisekedi's chief of staff and two other defendants accused of embezzling more than $50m. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2yCchGr
Brazil deploys thousands of troops to protect Amazon's trees
Government troops, environmentalists deployed three months ahead to help reduce forest fires as deforestation continues. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WIK7Bs
Trump gets testy with Asian-American reporter in media briefing
US president ends news conference on coronavirus after what was described as 'racist' incident with CBS journalist. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3fHuTp9
Oxfam says coronavirus ceasefire efforts 'catastrophic failure'
NGO stresses halt to violence is only way to ensure an effective response to the pandemic in conflict-affected areas. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2YVqzfO
PM Boris Johnson forced to clarify UK lockdown advice
The British prime minister's new lockdown plans led to confusion, chaos and parody. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dErrJM
WHO has 7-8 'top' candidates for coronavirus vaccine: Live update
UN health agency calls for more funds to accelerate vaccine development as eased lockdowns trigger spike in cases. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dCyVND
Social distancing game inspired by professor's lockdown walk
Players of the free game must avoid other people and collect PPE and healthy food to gain points. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2yPE4TD
Spanish cafes reopen as daily death toll falls to seven-week low
About 40 percent of Spain's small businesses have reopened, says a trade union. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2YRM5C6
France and Germany see infection uptick as lockdown eased
Officials are urging vigilance to social distancing rules, or risk a return to lockdown. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2AkadTS
Coronavirus: Musk defies orders to reopen Tesla's California plant
The boss of the electric carmaker said he would be on the assembly line with other Tesla workers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Wq8kxE
Celebrating Mother's Day in Latin America amid coronavirus
Region marks Mother's Day with novel twists amid lockdowns and mounting death tolls. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SR39UX
Malta diplomat in Finland quits after comparing Merkel and Hitler
Zammit Tabona wrote on Facebook: 'Who will stop Angela Merkel? She has fulfilled Hitler's dream! To control Europe.' from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2yAeJ05
Employers Rush to Adopt Virus Screening. The Tools May Not Help Much.
By BY NATASHA SINGER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2yA3B3j
Tracking Africa's coronavirus cases
Experts warn fragile healthcare systems in many nations could be overwhelmed in the face of a severe COVID-19 outbreak. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UzPMtI
'War crimes' committed by Russia, Assad gov't in Syria: Amnesty
Amnesty report documents 18 attacks on clinics and schools in violations that amount to war crimes. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2YRmYzr
Fox News Breaking News Alert
Fox News Breaking News Alert Jerry Stiller, comedian best known for ‘Seinfeld’ role, dead at 92 05/11/20 2:25 AM
Realme Narzo 10 series brings gaming to the budget segment
Realme has announced the Narzo 10A and Narzo 10 in its new Narzo series.The smartphones are priced starting at ₹8,499 and will be available from Flipkart and Realme online store.After the success of its budget devices in India, Chinese smartphone maker Realme today announced its new Narzo series that will take on the budget and mid-range segment. The company announced the Narzo 10A and Narzo 10 smartphones in the country.The Narzo 10A is a budget device and is being touted as one of the best gaming devices in the budget segment. On the other hand, the Narzo 10 has been placed slightly above the Narzo 10A.Realme Narzo 10A, Narzo 10 pricing and availabilityPhonePriceRealme Narzo 10A₹8,499Realme Narzo 10₹11,999The Narzo 10A will be available in So Blue and So White colour options from Flipkart from Business Insider India https://ift.tt/2YT4KxE
Fox News Breaking News Alert
Fox News Breaking News Alert At least 19 Iranian sailors killed in training exercise accident: report 05/11/20 1:00 AM
Google ropes in the India research head at Microsoft Azure's cloud division
Google today announced the appointment of Anil Bhansali as the VP of Engineering for Google Cloud in India.Bhansali comes in at Google after a 28-year stint at Microsoft, where he was last the Corporate Vice President of their Azure cloud division. Google has been expanding its cloud offering in India. In March 2020, Google announced that it was adding a second region to its Google Cloud Platform in India.Google today announced the appointment of Anil Bhansali as the Vice President of Engineering for Google Cloud in India. Bhansali comes in at Google after a 28-year stint at Microsoft, where he was last the Corporate Vice President of their Azure cloud division. Bhansali was also the India site head for the research and development of Azure. He also led the engineering efforts of Microsoft’s from Business Insider India https://ift.tt/2WJWe11
10 things in tech you need to know today
Good morning! This is the tech news you need to know this Monday.Tesla CEO Elon Musk has said the firm will 'immediately' leave California after coronavirus shutdowns forced the company to close its main car factory. In a tweet Saturday morning, Tesla's chief executive said it would file a lawsuit against county officials over not being able to run its factory.A documentary-style video called "Plandemic" went viral this week across YouTube, Facebook, and other social platforms. The video includes widely debunked claims about coronavirus touted online by extremists and conspiracy theorists, such as wearing masks makes people sick, social distancing makes people more susceptible to the virus, or that COVID-19 was man-made in order to profit off vaccines.Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says drivers from Business Insider India https://ift.tt/2WiJVtI
Three UN troops killed in roadside bomb attack in Mali
Four soldiers also seriously wounded as convoy of Chadian peacekeepers on patrol hit explosive devices in the north. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SUzEld
Malls, salons reopen as Turkey eases coronavirus lockdown
On Sunday, Turkey's senior citizens were also allowed to go outside after seven weeks. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3bsqO4U
Malaysia urged to end violent threats against Rohingya refugees
Rights groups call on Malaysia to act after prominent Rohingya activists threatened with murder and sexual violence. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WID2Rr
Iran missile 'accidentally' strikes own ship, kills one sailor
State media say missile hit a support ship in a friendly-fire incident, killing at least one sailor and wounding others. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zq7yrd
Which countries have made wearing face masks compulsory?
More than 50 countries require people to cover their faces when they leave home. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2RYltLK
Apps and sites to help cope with the stress of lockdown
BBC Click finds the mental health sites and wellness apps which may help during the pandemic. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WIB1EJ
India to 'gradually' restart rail operations in lockdown easing
The government plans to run up to 300 special trains for migrants who have been forced to walk hundreds of miles. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3cnETSi
South Korea scrambles to contain new spike in coronavirus cases
Authorities looking to find and test thousands after cases traced to a number of clubs and bars in Seoul. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Wm8YvP
Coronavirus: Elon Musk vows to move Tesla factory in lockdown row
Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the firm will leave California after he is ordered to keep a factory shut. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2WF4DmC
Top 6 smartphones launched in India during the coronavirus lockdown
Smartphone makers have opted for online launch events due to the nationwide coronavirus lockdown.Apple, OnePlus and Xiaomi are among the companies that have launched their smartphones recently.The nationwide coronavirus lockdown has affected several businesses and the smartphone industry is one of them. While several companies postponed their launches due to the coronavirus pandemic, some companies opted for online-only launch events.Apple, OnePlus and Xiaomi are the companies that launched smartphones during the lockdown. Additionally, Realme and Poco are scheduled to launch their new devices soon. If you are looking to buy a smartphone in the coming days, here are some of the latest options. OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro75667593OnePlus announced the flagship OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro during from Business Insider India https://ift.tt/2WHpjug
India's National Technology Day is a celebration of its nuclear prowess after the Pokhran test
India observes the National Technology Day on May 11 to mark the Pokhran Nuclear tests and celebrate the country’s technological advancements.India had detonated five nuclear bombs during Operation Shakti in Pokhran.This marked India’s entry into the nuclear club.The National Technology day is observed every year on May 11 to celebrate the technological advancements in India. On May 11, 1998, India successfully conducted its first nuclear test in Pokhran in an operation codenamed as ‘Operation Shakti’.The operation was led by late President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam when Atal Bihari Vajpayee was the Prime Minister. The nuclear test was followed by sanctions from several countries including the United States and Japan.As per reports, India currently has around 130 to 140 nuclear warheads and has a from Business Insider India https://ift.tt/2SRWKZZ
Confusion over health of detained former Saudi crown prince
Deleted tweet by Saudi Arabia's prison authority said Prince Mohammed bin Naif was being treated after heart attack. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WjnrZB
UK opts for cautious easing of coronavirus lockdown: Live updates
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says country will take 'careful steps' out of lockdown as global cases exceed 4 million. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2YSgNeo
Hundreds gather in Baghdad in new round of anti-gov't protests
Demonstrators gather demanding 'actual results' following a series of pledges by new PM Mustafa al-Kadhimi. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/3dxOHcB
'People need to make a living': Djibouti eases COVID-19 lockdown
Foreign minister says 'process of incrementally unlocking' the country will start on Monday. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WjcPKb
Iran ready to exchange prisoners with US 'without preconditions'
Gov't spokesman says Tehran keen on swap talks because of fears coronavirus could put lives of prisoners in US at risk. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2WHCfAb
Lebanon lockdown takes heavy toll on hospitality industry
Lebanon reopens, but new normal is not good news for businesses struggling to survive. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2zmrfjR
Polar vortex brings spring snow to parts of North America
Winter in May - snowfall covers parts of northeast United States and Canada. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Wi7jY7
What does coronavirus cluster mean? COVID-19 terms explained
We explain the jargon surrounding COVID-19 to help you understand the pandemic and how the world seeks to contain it. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UvwG6U