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Winter Olympics: Athletes advised to use burner phones in Beijing January 18, 2022
A mandatory Covid monitoring app to be used by all Games attendees has security risks, analysts warn.
Hong Kong to cull 2,000 hamsters and small mammals over Covid case January 18, 2022
A Delta outbreak in "zero Covid" Hong Kong will result in the euthanasia of 2,000 small mammals.
Tonga tsunami sparks 'unprecedented disaster', government says January 18, 2022
Tonga's government gives its first statement since a deadly tsunami to hit the island nation.
Australian Open: Tennis Australia 'deeply regrets' impact of Novak Djokovic saga January 18, 2022
The Novak Djokovic visa saga was "a significant distraction for everyone", say Australian Open organisers.
China's Xi Jinping defends 'common prosperity' crackdowns January 18, 2022
The Chinese leader made the comments during an address to the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting.
Afghanistan twin quakes kill at least 22 in poorest areas January 18, 2022
Officials say the death toll could rise from two earthquakes which hit the north-west of the nation.
Hong Kong police charge two former aircrew over Covid rules January 18, 2022
If convicted, the two former flight attendants could face up to six months in prison.
Collarwali: Remembering India’s ‘super mum’ tigress January 18, 2022
Charismatic Collarwali played a key role in boosting tiger numbers and made her sanctuary famous.
No general ticket sale for Beijing Olympics January 17, 2022
Organisers of this year's Winter Olympics in Beijing have cancel plans to sell tickets to the general public as part of strict Covid-19 restrictions in the Chinese capital.
Covid: Beijing city urges end to overseas deliveries over Omicron January 17, 2022
Health officials in the Chinese capital say a local woman may have been infected after opening a parcel.
Novak Djokovic: What next for 20-time Grand Slam champion after Australia row? January 17, 2022
Novak Djokovic has been deported from Australia following the row over a vaccine exemption. What happens next for the Serb?
Why satellites are key to understanding Pacific volcano January 17, 2022
When the huge eruption happened over the weekend, a fleet of spacecraft overhead gathered key data.
North Korea fires missiles again amid unusual flurry of tests January 17, 2022
It has conducted four launches in two weeks - an unusual frequency for this time of the year.
China cuts interest rates as economic growth slows January 17, 2022
Compared to a year earlier, the economy grew 4% in the last three months of 2021, official figures show.
Virat Kohli: Why quitting was the only option for ‘cornered’ captain January 17, 2022
Sports writer Suresh Menon reflects on the career of Indian Test cricket's most successful captain.
Colombo Port City: A new Dubai or a Chinese enclave? January 17, 2022
China is helping Sri Lanka build a new city to rival global offshore centres. Who will it benefit?
Colombo Port: The city that will change Sri Lanka forever January 17, 2022
Colombo Port City, which Sri Lanka is building with Chinese help, aims to rival Dubai or Hong Kong.
Novak Djokovic: The visa drama in 90 seconds January 16, 2022
Deported from Australia and unable to defend his Open title, how did it get to this point?
Novak Djokovic: The politics behind Australia's decision January 14, 2022
The decision to cancel his visa for the second time is largely about saving face in an election year.
Novak Djokovic: The twists and turns of his Australia mess January 14, 2022
What was meant to be the start of a new year of tennis glory has turned into a global controversy.

Texas synagogue hostage-taker was known to MI5 January 18, 2022
Malik Faisal Akram, who took four people hostage, was investigated but deemed no longer a threat.
Ashling Murphy killing: Irish police arrest man January 18, 2022
The 23-year-old died after being attacked along a County Offaly canal last Wednesday.
Villa Aurora: Rome property fails to sell for €471m at auction January 18, 2022
The starting price of €471m for the Villa Aurora and its unique art proved too high.
Nobody told me drinks event broke rules - Johnson January 18, 2022
Boris Johnson denies lying to Parliament about a gathering in No 10 garden during the first lockdown.
Murray 'couldn't have asked for any more' as he wins five-set thriller on Melbourne return January 18, 2022
Andy Murray marks his return to the Australian Open - where in 2019 he thought he might have to retire - with a tense first-round win.
Metsola: EU parliament elects youngest ever president January 18, 2022
Roberta Metsola, from Malta, was asked by journalists about her record of being anti-abortion.
Saudis warned of jail time for posting rumours after harassment claims January 18, 2022
Women fear being silenced over claims of sexual harassment after a concert was cancelled in Riyadh.
Microsoft plans to buy Activision Blizzard January 18, 2022
It's the biggest deal in gaming history, bringing some of the world's most popular titles to Game Pass.
'World first' vegan violin created using berries and pears in Malvern January 18, 2022
Wild berries, steamed pears and local spring water have been used to create the instrument.
Rooney and Lampard in frame for Everton job after Martinez approach blocked January 18, 2022
Wayne Rooney and Frank Lampard are in the frame for the manager's job at Everton after an initial move for Belgium coach Roberto Martinez ended in frustration.
5G phones: How serious is the threat to US flights? January 18, 2022
Ten leading US airlines are warning that the imminent rollout of 5G services could be disastrous.
Australian Open: Emma Raducanu beats Sloane Stephens on Melbourne debut January 18, 2022
Britain's Emma Raducanu shows quality and resilience to beat American Sloane Stephens in three sets for a spot in the Australian Open second round.
In pictures: Stunning Wolf Moon dazzles around the world January 18, 2022
Photographers across the globe captured the lunar event alongside some spectacular landscapes.
Winter Olympics: Athletes advised to use burner phones in Beijing January 18, 2022
A mandatory Covid monitoring app to be used by all Games attendees has security risks, analysts warn.
Tonga tsunami: Before and after eruption January 18, 2022
Satellite and aerial images show impact of eruption of underwater volcano near Tonga island chain.
Man Utd boss Rangnick says Martial matter is 'resolved' January 18, 2022
Interim Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick considers the Anthony Martial matter "resolved" after speaking to the forward.
Joss Whedon: Buffy and Justice League director denies misconduct claims January 18, 2022
The Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Justice League director has been accused of bad behaviour on set.
Indonesia names new capital that will replace Jakarta January 18, 2022
Lawmakers approve proposals to relocate the capital from Jakarta, which is sinking at an alarming rate.
Tonga tsunami: Health warnings over volcanic ash January 18, 2022
People are being advised to remain indoors to escape the dangerous smog.
Hong Kong to cull 2,000 hamsters and small mammals over Covid case January 18, 2022
A Delta outbreak in "zero Covid" Hong Kong will result in the euthanasia of 2,000 small mammals.

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