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March 4, 2021 World

China’s five-year plan for economy is crucial to meeting net zero by 2060

Imminent economic blueprint has implications for planet – and whether Paris agreement likely to be met

December 26, 2020 World

China to overtake US as world’s biggest economy by 2028, report predicts

Centre for Economics and Business Research says it expects this to happen half a decade sooner than it forecast a year ago

China NPC: China set to overhaul HK electoral system March 5, 2021
The changes will be discussed at China's largest political meeting which kicked off on Friday in Beijing.
New Zealand earthquakes: Tsunami warnings lifted after evacuations March 5, 2021
A series of earthquakes shook the region, triggering evacuation orders that were later stood down.
The Himalayan hazards nobody is monitoring March 5, 2021
Retreating Himalayan glaciers can become hazardous but such dangers are not being monitored, experts say.
Northern Pacific seastar: The sea intruder causing havoc in Tasmania March 5, 2021
Locals hope removing an introduced starfish can help save an iconic Australian species.
Myanmar coup: 'Everything will be OK' teenage protester mourned March 4, 2021
Kyal Sin, known as Angel, was one of 38 people killed in anti-coup protests on Wednesday.
Hong Kong activists: 15 of 47 granted bail but remain detained pending appeal March 4, 2021
Fifteen of 47 charged HK pro-democracy activists are granted bail but stay in custody pending appeal.
BTS named world's best-selling artists of 2020 March 4, 2021
The Korean boyband beat Taylor Swift and Drake to top the chart.
Pakistan Super League suspended after seven coronavirus cases March 4, 2021
The Pakistan Super League is suspended with "players not in the right mental state" after seven cases of coronavirus were reported.
Hardoi: India man arrested for beheading teenaged daughter March 4, 2021
In a video shot by the police, the man is seen walking on a road carrying the severed head.
Covishield and Covaxin: What we know about India's Covid-19 vaccines March 4, 2021
As India’s homegrown Covaxin shows 81% efficacy, here's what we know about the country’s vaccination drive.
Linda Reynolds: Australian minister 'regrets' slur on alleged rape victim - PM March 4, 2021
Linda Reynolds is sorry for the “offensive remark” about an alleged rape victim, Australia's PM says.
Thai navy rescue four cats from burning ship March 4, 2021
The cats were found huddled together on the sinking vessel when the navy was sent to check the site.
India Supreme Court: Calls for Justice Sharad Bobde to quit over rape remarks March 4, 2021
Calls are growing in India for Chief Justice Sharad Bobde to resign over his "atrocious" remarks.
Twin sisters worth millions thanks to female gamers March 4, 2021
The Nakajima twins develop games for women and three-quarters of their workforce are female.
South Korea's first transgender soldier found dead March 3, 2021
Byun Hee-soo had been dismissed by the military for undergoing gender reassignment surgery.
World's first platypus refuge in Australia March 3, 2021
Conservationists in Australia have announced exciting plans to open the world's first platypus refuge.
The couples accused of destroying Japan's families March 3, 2021
An archaic Japanese law requires married couples to adopt the same surname, but many are asking why.
'If the others go I'll go': Inside China's scheme to transfer Uighurs into work March 2, 2021
A high-level Chinese study says a massive work scheme is reducing Uighur population density in Xinjiang.
How rape allegations have rocked Australian politics March 2, 2021
A political adviser's accusation has prompted other women to come forward with their own allegations.

China NPC: China set to overhaul HK electoral system March 5, 2021
The changes will be discussed at China's largest political meeting which kicked off on Friday in Beijing.
International Women's Day: Illustrating the Covid-19 pandemic March 5, 2021
These three artists turn complex research into easy to digest information to help fight coronavirus.
New Zealand earthquakes: Tsunami warnings lifted after evacuations March 5, 2021
A series of earthquakes shook the region, triggering evacuation orders that were later stood down.
Pope due in Iraq despite virus and security risks March 5, 2021
It will be Pope Francis's first international trip since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Father: Why Olivia Colman's new film will leave you disoriented March 5, 2021
The Father puts you in the confused head of a dementia sufferer, played by Sir Anthony Hopkins.
Covid-19: San Diego zoo apes given experimental vaccine March 5, 2021
The vaccinations were carried out in February after an outbreak among gorillas at the zoo.
The Himalayan hazards nobody is monitoring March 5, 2021
Retreating Himalayan glaciers can become hazardous but such dangers are not being monitored, experts say.
New York cinemas reopen but will people come? March 5, 2021
Movie theatres are welcoming back audiences on Friday hoping there is pent-up demand for a night out.
Data experts are becoming football's best signings March 5, 2021
A growing number of clubs big and small are using more technology to help performances on the pitch.
Covid variants: What happens when a virus mutates? March 5, 2021
New Covid-19 variants keep appearing – and their mutations are very different to the comic book kind.
Northern Pacific seastar: The sea intruder causing havoc in Tasmania March 5, 2021
Locals hope removing an introduced starfish can help save an iconic Australian species.
Nalleli Cobo: How a nine-year-old fought an oil company and won March 5, 2021
Nalleli Cobo started suffering from asthma, nosebleeds and headaches.
'We can't rely on past' - Robertson warning as Chelsea inflict fifth straight home loss on Reds March 4, 2021
Andy Robertson says Liverpool cannot "rely on the past" after Chelsea inflict a fifth successive home defeat on the champions for the first time.
YouTube to lift Trump ban if violence threat falls, says CEO March 4, 2021
Chief executive Susan Wojcicki says there's a way back for the former president on YouTube.
Bilbao to play two Copa del Rey finals in April March 4, 2021
Athletic Bilbao defeat Levante in the Copa del Rey semi-finals - and will now play in two of the finals in April.
'The handball rule is crazy' - Parker wants law change after loss to Spurs March 4, 2021
Fulham manager Scott Parker says the video assistant referee is "killing" the excitement in football.
Covid: Italy 'blocks' AstraZeneca vaccine shipment to Australia March 4, 2021
The bar on shipping 250,000 doses amid a row with the firm is backed by the EU.
Everton are 'dreaming of Champions League' after win at struggling Baggies March 4, 2021
Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti admits he is "dreaming" of Champions League qualification, but says his side's performances must improve.
'Baby bust' as US birth rate falls during pandemic March 4, 2021
Nine months after the pandemic began, the birth rate was down in several states.
Celebrating the world's largest female afro March 4, 2021
Simone Williams sees her hair, which measures nearly 1.5m in circumference, as a symbol of pride.

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