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‘We give patients their voices back’: the speech therapists on the Covid-19 frontline

The work of speech and language therapists like Sally Archer is often overlooked, but they have been vital in fighting Covid-19

WeChat: Judge blocks US attempts to ban downloads of Chinese app September 20, 2020
The ban on the Chinese-owned messaging and payments apps was to come in on Sunday night.
FinCEN Files: HSBC moved Ponzi scheme millions despite warning September 20, 2020
The transfers took place after officials were told of the $80m fraud, the secret files reveal.
Australia coronavirus cases 'set to be lowest in months' September 20, 2020
Hopes are rising after the badly-hit state of Victoria reports just 14 new infections in 24 hours.
Thailand protests: Activists challenge monarchy by laying 'People's Plaque' September 20, 2020
Protesters cement a "People's Plaque" in a park and march in Bangkok calling for political reforms.
TikTok: Trump says Oracle deal for video app 'has my blessing' September 20, 2020
The president says the bid by Oracle and Walmart would protect the data of TikTok users in the US.
The Indian queens who modelled for the world's first vaccine September 19, 2020
The mystery surrounding a 19th Century portrait and its role in one of the first immunisation campaigns.
'I still spend so much time on the kids - that needs to change' September 19, 2020
Sarah Dahia from Australia takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.
Singapore rolls out Covid tracing tokens September 19, 2020
Thousands of devices are being distributed to vulnerable groups such as the elderly.
Yasukuni Shrine: Japan's ex-PM Abe visits controversial memorial September 19, 2020
Shinzo Abe, who last visited the Yasukuni Shrine in 2013, made the trip days after stepping down.
Pakistan outcry over police victim-blaming of gang-raped mother September 19, 2020
A police chief's comments spark an unprecedented backlash after a woman was raped in front of her children.
Afghan mothers' names to be included on children's ID cards September 18, 2020
Mothers' names will now be printed on national ID cards following a three-year-long campaign.
India's Covid crisis sees rise in child marriage and trafficking September 17, 2020
Reports of under-age marriage and child labour rose as the lockdown pushed people deeper into poverty.
Covid-19 Singapore: A ‘pandemic of inequality’ exposed September 17, 2020
Life has returned to normal for many in Singapore, but one group of people still remain in lockdown.
China debt dogs Maldives' 'bridge to prosperity' September 17, 2020
After borrowing vast sums for infrastructure projects, can the tiny island nation repay the loans?
The student daring to challenge Thailand’s monarchy September 16, 2020
Panusaya Sithijirawattanakul read out a 10-point manifesto calling for reform of the monarchy.
Yoshihide Suga: The unexpected rise of Japan’s new prime minister September 16, 2020
What we know about the new leader who replaces long-time premier Shinzo Abe.
Recovering from Covid-19 in India: 'I can't get the images out of my head' September 15, 2020
Many patients are at the risk of suffering from PTSD, but India lacks infrastructure to treat them.
Coronavirus: Beijing's back and forth lockdown September 13, 2020
Stephen McDonell explores 'the new normal’ in China's capital as it adapts to life with coronavirus.
Coronavirus: How the lockdown has changed schooling in South Asia September 12, 2020
The pandemic has led to schools in South Asia shifting to remote learning but there are huge obstacles.
Coronavirus: South Korea's Covid detectives September 12, 2020
Contact tracers battle long hours and awkward conversations as they try to get suspected carriers to co-operate.

Trump's plan to replace Ginsburg an abuse of power, says Biden September 20, 2020
The Democratic presidential nominee says it is wrong to replace Justice Ginsburg before the election.
Son scores four as Spurs thrash Southampton September 20, 2020
Son Heung-min says it was "incredible" to score four goals as Tottenham secure their first Premier League win of the season by coming from behind to thrash Southampton.
UK sets £10,000 fines for self-isolation breaches September 20, 2020
The warning comes as people in England who refuse an order to self-isolate could be fined up to £10,000.
Iran vows 'crushing response to US bullying' after sanctions announcement September 20, 2020
President Rouhani says the US is alone in trying to reimpose UN sanctions as nations reject the move.
WeChat: Judge blocks US attempts to ban downloads of Chinese app September 20, 2020
The ban on the Chinese-owned messaging and payments apps was to come in on Sunday night.
Mane nets double as Liverpool beat 10-man Chelsea September 20, 2020
Sadio Mane scores two second-half goals as defending champions Liverpool win comfortably at Stamford Bridge against 10-man Chelsea.
Tour de France: Tadej Pogacar secures title as Sam Bennett wins in Paris September 20, 2020
Slovenia's Tadej Pogacar confirms his victory as the second youngest Tour de France champion in history after Sam Bennett wins the final sprint in Paris.
Covid-19: Hundreds protest against localised Madrid lockdowns September 20, 2020
Residents in poorer areas call the measures discrimination as Spain tries to curb a rise in Covid-19.
FinCEN Files: UAE central bank failed to prevent sanctions evasion September 20, 2020
The bank failed to act on warnings about a local firm which was helping Iran, leaked documents show.
The FinCEN Files: Your guide to eight years of finance leaks September 20, 2020
What have been the major financial disclosures and what action has been taken?
FinCEN Files: Sanctioned Putin associate ‘laundered millions’ through Barclays September 20, 2020
The account was used to avoid US financial restrictions, a leak of bank documents suggest.
FinCEN Files: What are Suspicious Activity Reports? September 20, 2020
The FinCEN Files include reports which banks make when they suspect their clients are up to no good.
FinCEN Files: All you need to know about the documents leak September 20, 2020
Revelations in secret files shows how major banks have helped move dirty money around the world.
Egypt tomb: Sarcophagi buried for 2,500 years unearthed in Saqqara September 20, 2020
The 27 wooden coffins are said to have lain undisturbed inside a well at an ancient necropolis.
Uganda Makerere University fire: 'Ivory Tower' gutted September 20, 2020
An overnight blaze leaves a distinctive building at one of Africa's oldest universities a shell.
Spain triathlete gives up medal to rival who went wrong way September 20, 2020
Diego Méntrida realised the athlete ahead had made a mistake and slowed as he approached the finish.
Coronavirus: WHO sets rules for testing African herbal remedies September 20, 2020
Sound science "will be the sole basis" for safe and effective therapies to be adopted, the WHO says.
Flypast marks Battle of Britain anniversary September 20, 2020
Planes flew over Westminster Abbey in a box formation to mark the 80th anniversary.
Lee Kerslake: Former Ozzy Osbourne and Uriah Heep drummer dies aged 73 September 20, 2020
The musician, who was also part of heavy metal band Uriah Heep, had been diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Gore-Tex: Inventor of waterproof fabric Robert Gore dies aged 83 September 20, 2020
Robert W. Gore's invention has been used in space suits, guitar strings and waterproof jackets.