February 2021 - North India Kaleidoscope

As vice-president, he abased himself and his office. In reward, Donald Trump sent a mob to kill him. Now, as another impeachment trial looms, he is cast out from Republican ranks

February 3, 2021 US NEWS World

Trump to outline impeachment defense as Biden seeks to undo border family separations – live

February 2, 2021 Corona Virus Health World

Coronavirus live news: Germany may use Russian and Chinese vaccines; Pfizer pledge for 75m extra doses to EU

Debate around other vaccines highlights depth of vaccine crisis in Germany; Pfizer/BioNTech to ramp up production

Hong Kong protest held as 47 activists appear in court March 1, 2021
Hundreds gathered outside the court where 47 pro-democracy figures faced charges of "subversion".
Covid: Japan asks China to stop anal tests on its citizens March 1, 2021
Some Japanese citizens have said the tests for Covid-19 caused them "psychological distress".
Sri Lanka girl, 9, dies in 'exorcism' ritual March 1, 2021
Two people, including the child's mother, have been arrested in connection with the death.
How rape allegations have rocked Australian politics March 1, 2021
A political adviser's accusation has prompted other women to come forward with their own allegations.
Myanmar coup: Aung San Suu Kyi appears in court to face fresh charges March 1, 2021
Ms Suu Kyi's appearance comes a day after the deadliest day of protests, when 18 people were killed.
PM Narendra Modi gets Covid jab as India scales up vaccination March 1, 2021
The country has opened vaccination for people over 60 and those who have other illnesses.
Golden Globes: 'Tears' as Chloe Zhao becomes first Asian woman to win best director March 1, 2021
Chloe Zhao is hailed as a "huge inspiration for young Asian girls" after her Golden Globes win.
Hyunjin: K-pop star's apology for school bullying sparks debate March 1, 2021
The singer of South Korean boy band Stray Kids is accused of being verbally abusive while in middle school.
Chinese investment in Australia plummets 61% March 1, 2021
The drop reflects tougher foreign investment laws and the effects of Covid-19.
Sir Kazuo Ishiguro warns of young authors self-censoring out of 'fear' March 1, 2021
Writers may be self-censoring because they don't want to be "cancelled", author Kazuo Ishiguro says.
Inter Milan owners close Chinese side Jiangsu February 28, 2021
Chinese Super League champions Jiangsu FC - who have the same owners as Inter Milan - "cease operations".
Covid: How this Indian firm is vaccinating the world February 28, 2021
The Serum Institute of India isn't a household name, but it's the world's largest vaccine maker.
Mourning the sisters killed as they taught handicrafts February 27, 2021
Ayesha and Irshad were breadwinners in a former Pakistani tribal area where militancy is rising again.
Monsters, mania and the unstoppable march of Pokémon February 27, 2021
Several waves of Pokémania have swept the globe, keeping this lucrative franchise relevant for 25 years.
China celebrates colourful Lantern Festival February 26, 2021
Villages and cities become a sea of bright light to mark the end of Chinese New Year celebrations.
The young girl who became pen-pal with Bollywood's biggest stars February 26, 2021
A unearthed photo album uncovers personal letters from the biggest stars of the 1950s and 60s.
Fijian rugby league players sing tribute to Sydney quarantine staff February 26, 2021
The rugby league players performed a song from their balconies in hotel quarantine in Australia.
Analysis: Can Asia help Myanmar find a way out of coup crisis? February 26, 2021
While Western sanctions may not help, China and South East Asia's influence may hold some sway.
Minari: Oscar favourite sees Korean family chase the American Dream February 25, 2021
Director Lee Isaac Chung on making the critically-acclaimed film and why he avoided seeing Parasite.
North Korea enslaved South Korean prisoners of war in coal mines February 25, 2021
A report describes how prisoners of war are used as slave labour to generate money for the regime.

Michael Gudinski: Australian music industry icon dies aged 68 March 2, 2021
The music industry icon championed stars including Kylie Minogue and brought huge acts to Australia.
Fortnite: From piano player to pro gamer - aged just eight March 2, 2021
Joseph Deen tells the BBC about his ambitions after signing with a professional esports team.
Documenting emperor penguins in Antarctica March 2, 2021
Stefan Christmann spent almost 15 months in Antarctica alongside 10,000 emperor penguins.
Syria war: 'This is the price we had to pay for freedom' March 2, 2021
Syrian civilians describe the devastating impact 10 years of war has had on them.
Palestinian 'Techno Queen' Sama' Abdulhadi faces court over shrine event March 2, 2021
DJ Sama' Abdulhadi is facing a court hearing following a music event near a West Bank holy site.
Back to school with a little bear and his hearing aids March 2, 2021
How a picture book about a little bear who discovers he is deaf tells a personal story for its creators.
'I feel like I’m playing for my career just now' - Murray digs deep to win in Rotterdam March 1, 2021
Britain's Andy Murray earns his first tour-level win since August with a gutsy fightback against Dutch wildcard Robin Haase in Rotterdam.
Richarlison boosts Everton's top-four hopes and extends Saints' miserable run March 1, 2021
Richarlison continues his good form as Everton keep their European ambitions on track with victory over out-of-form Southampton.
The new voice of The Simpsons character Dr Julius Hibbert March 1, 2021
Kevin Richardson is the first black actor to voice Dr Julius Hibbert on the television comedy.
Whose side could 'implode' without him? Garth Crooks' team of the week March 1, 2021
Who played the most glorious pass you will ever see? Whose performance had been a long time coming? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week.
Taylor Swift criticises Netflix show for 'deeply sexist joke' March 1, 2021
The pop star accuses the Ginny and Georgia series of "degrading" women in an angry tweet.
Covid: France approves AstraZeneca vaccine for over-65s March 1, 2021
Older French patients can now get the jab, which had been initially limited to those aged under 65.
Zoom sees more growth after 'unprecedented' 2020 March 1, 2021
Zoom boss calls working from home "new reality" and predicts growth - but not at last year's pace.
Real Madrid 1-1 Real Sociedad: Vinicius Jr rescues late point for Madrid March 1, 2021
Vinicius Jr marks his 100th Real Madrid appearance with a late equaliser against Real Sociedad in La Liga.
Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: BBC reporter Girmay Gebru detained by military March 1, 2021
Girmay Gebru and four others were taken from a café in the regional capital Mekelle, witnesses say.
Covid vaccines cut risk of serious illness by 80% in over-80s March 1, 2021
The UK will soon be in a "very different world", government scientists promise after the success of the jabs.
'A very close call': Lady Gaga's dog-walker tells of ordeal March 1, 2021
Ryan Fischer is expected to make a full recovery after a dognapper shot him in the chest.
Plan for reinstatement of Russia approved by World Athletics March 1, 2021
Russia moves closer to having its suspension from World Athletics for doping offences lifted after the sport's international governing body approves plans for reform.
Yemen conflict: UK cuts aid citing financial pressure from Covid March 1, 2021
The British government cuts relief by as much as 60%, citing financial pressure from the pandemic.
Sarkozy: Former French president sentenced to jail for corruption March 1, 2021
The ex-president, found guilty of trying to bribe a judge, will remain free while he appeals.