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Coronavirus: 'India must cut pollution to avoid Covid disaster' October 19, 2020
New studies show an association between severe pollution and a spike in Covid-19 cases and deaths.
Eating jellyfish: Why scientists are talking up a 'perfect food' October 19, 2020
Amid fresh concern about overfishing, scientists say eating more jellyfish may give us benefits.
US 2020 election: Who does China really want to win? October 19, 2020
With the US battered by the coronavirus and political polarisation, China thinks its time has come.
Tokyo Olympics: Russian hackers targeted Games, UK says October 19, 2020
UK officials say Russian intelligence took aim at the 2020 Olympics before they were delayed.
China-Taiwan tensions erupt over diplomats' fight in Fiji October 19, 2020
Both sides say their officials were injured at an event organised to mark Taiwan's national day.
Pop star Aryana Sayeed is fighting criticism against female performers in the country October 19, 2020
The country’s biggest female pop star Aryana Sayeed is fighting taboos against women who want to sing.
Thailand protests: Authorities move to ban Telegram messaging app October 19, 2020
Internet providers have been ordered to block the secure messaging app used by activists.
Covid: Cathay Pacific to run at half capacity next year October 19, 2020
The airline describes the forecast as "optimistic" and warns it depends on a successful Covid vaccine.
India coronavirus: The woman who ferries patients in a school bus October 18, 2020
Bus driver Neelam Singh, who contracted the virus while working, says she is glad to help.
Thailand protests: 'My father is blinded by his love for the monarchy' October 17, 2020
Young Thais are falling out with their parents over calls to reform an institution seen as untouchable.
Philippines: Environmentalists criticise artificial beach in Manila Bay October 17, 2020
There is controversy over a new artificial beach in the Philippine capital, Manila, made from crushed dolomite rock which some people say is bad for the environment.
Jacinda Ardern's majority may prove to be her biggest challenge October 17, 2020
Jacinda Ardern may find it hard to reconcile the demands of her disparate voters, says columnist Josh Van Veen.
India Covid-19: Bollywood faces biggest box office test as cinemas open October 16, 2020
With barely any new film releases and the pandemic still raging, India's cinemas stare at losses.
The Tibetans serving in ‘secretive’ Indian force October 16, 2020
The death of a Tibetan soldier has highlighted the community's role in India's defence forces.
Afghanistan conflict: The families caught in crossfire on Helmand front line October 15, 2020
Civilians fled if they could as fighting erupted between the Taliban and Afghan troops in Helmand.
Amina: The Afghan girl who survived a shooting at two hours old October 15, 2020
Doctors feared for her life when she was shot in the legs at two hours old, but they are now hopeful she will walk.
Jacinda Ardern's key leadership moments October 15, 2020
A look back at the New Zealand prime minister's first term in office.
Thai protests: How pro-democracy movement gained momentum October 15, 2020
Thousands of young people in Thailand are defying the authorities - but what is behind the movement?
BTS - from chart success to stock market gold? October 15, 2020
BTS is one of the world's top boy bands. Now the company behind them is headed for the stock market.
Is Australia really seeing more shark attacks? October 14, 2020
Seven people have been killed by sharks this year - the highest number in more than 90 years.

Gaviria tests positive for coronavirus for second time this year & is out of Giro October 20, 2020
UAE Team Emirates rider Fernando Gaviria tests positive for coronavirus for a second time this year and is out of the Giro d'Italia.
Robert Redford: Retired actor mourns the death of his son James aged 58 October 20, 2020
The film star's son James dies aged 58, after being diagnosed with liver cancer.
UK plan to be first to run human challenge Covid trials October 20, 2020
Work is under way to start trials in January where volunteers will be deliberately exposed to the virus.
Covid-19: First UK airport coronavirus testing begins October 20, 2020
The aim is to help people travelling to destinations where a negative result is required on arrival.
Who will win the Champions League? Experts' predictions and vote October 20, 2020
As the Champions League returns on Tuesday, BBC Sport's European football writers make their predictions.
Jeff Bridges: Oscar-winning US actor reveals he has lymphoma October 20, 2020
The Big Lebowski actor acknowledges it "is a serious disease" but says his prognosis is good.
Indigenous Colombians rally in Bogotá over killings October 20, 2020
Thousands of indigenous people demand Colombia's president hear their concerns about rising violence.
Bletchley Park’s contribution to WW2 'over-rated' October 19, 2020
The code-breaking hub is not "the war winner" many people think it is, says a history of spy agency GCHQ.
Coronavirus: 'India must cut pollution to avoid Covid disaster' October 19, 2020
New studies show an association between severe pollution and a spike in Covid-19 cases and deaths.
How clothes reflect growing Oromo ethnic pride in Ethiopia October 19, 2020
Oromos have complained of marginalisation but they are now increasingly assertive in their identity.
Nasa's Osiris-Rex probe aims for daring 'high five' with asteroid Bennu October 19, 2020
Osiris-Rex will make the briefest of contacts with Asteroid Bennu to try to pick up rock samples.
Knot numbers hit record level at RSPB Snettisham October 19, 2020
Seeing record-breaking numbers of knot take flight "should be on everybody's bucket list".
Samuel Paty: Beheading of teacher deepens divisions over France's secular identity October 19, 2020
Mass rallies over the murder of a teacher mask growing dissent over the country's secular identity.
The forklift truck drivers who never leave their desks October 19, 2020
Remote-controlled vehicles are becoming increasingly common in the workplace.
Visa and Mastercard accused of charging 'excessive' fees October 19, 2020
Retail groups say the fees charged by credit card firms have almost doubled in two years.
Eating jellyfish: Why scientists are talking up a 'perfect food' October 19, 2020
Amid fresh concern about overfishing, scientists say eating more jellyfish may give us benefits.
US election: What can the US learn from other pandemic elections? October 19, 2020
Early voting is already under way in the US but what can the country learn from other nations that have held elections during the coronavirus pandemic?
New name for a Canadian town called Asbestos October 19, 2020
Town residents pick Val-des-Sources to replace the moniker that paid homage to its mining history.
Messi's form could be better - Koeman October 19, 2020
Barcelona boss Ronald Koeman says star player Lionel Messi's performances "could be better" as they start their Champions League campaign.
Wolves beat Leeds to go sixth in Premier League October 19, 2020
Wolves' win at Leeds United, which moves them into sixth in the Premier League, was a "massive result" according to defender Conor Coady.