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Sir James Dyson to sell Singapore penthouse at a loss October 19, 2020
The British tycoon has reportedly accepted a $62m offer for the massive penthouse one year after buying it.
Crown Resorts: Australian casino operator faces laundering probe October 19, 2020
Crown Resorts may have breached laws against money laundering and financing terrorism, authorities say.
China's economy continues to bounce back from virus slump October 19, 2020
The world's second-biggest economy saw growth of almost 5% in the third quarter of the year.
Alibaba increases stranglehold on Chinese shoppers October 19, 2020
The tech giant is increasing its offline footprint by acquiring leading supermarket chain Sun Art.
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.
Coronavirus in Australia: Victoria to ease lockdown as cases fall October 18, 2020
The southern state - home to a quarter of Australia's population - will loosen measures from Monday.
Vietnam landslide: Rescuers search for survivors at barracks October 18, 2020
The huge landslide buried 22 soldiers as the country battles its worst floods for years.
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.
New Zealand election: Jacinda Ardern's Labour Party scores landslide win October 17, 2020
Labour wins a rare outright parliamentary majority after a poll dubbed "the Covid election".
Missing Hong Kong protester Alexandra Wong 'was held in mainland China' October 17, 2020
"Grandma Wong" says she was detained by mainland police and forced to renounce her activism.
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.

Shanghai zoo fatal bear attack: Visitors see worker being killed October 19, 2020
The fatal attack in Shanghai Wild Animal Park's "wild beast area" is under investigation.
American Kokrak wins CJ Cup for first PGA Tour title October 19, 2020
Jason Kokrak beats fellow American Xander Schauffele to win his first PGA Tour title at the CJ Cup in Las Vegas, with England's Tyrrell Hatton tied for third.
Inventor Dyson to sell Singapore penthouse at loss October 19, 2020
The British tycoon has reportedly accepted a $62m offer for the massive penthouse one year after buying it.
How to save money working from home this winter October 19, 2020
Some experts say energy bills could double - here's how to stop that happening.
Vote for the season's most extraordinary game so far October 19, 2020
Choose from our selection of the most head-shaking moments from an exhilarating start to the Premier League season.
Northern Cyprus: Right-wing nationalist Ersin Tatar elected president October 19, 2020
Ersin Tatar, who is pro-Turkey and wants Cyprus to be two separate states, is elected president.
Dodgers beat Braves to make World Series again October 19, 2020
The Los Angeles Dodgers overturn a 3-1 series deficit to beat the Atlanta Braves and reach the World Series, where they will face the Tampa Bay Rays.
Crown Resorts: Australian casino operator faces laundering probe October 19, 2020
Crown Resorts may have breached laws against money laundering and financing terrorism, authorities say.
China's economy continues to bounce back from virus slump October 19, 2020
The world's second-biggest economy saw growth of almost 5% in the third quarter of the year.
Alibaba increases stranglehold on Chinese shoppers October 19, 2020
The tech giant is increasing its offline footprint by acquiring leading supermarket chain Sun Art.
EU investigates Instagram over handling of children's data October 19, 2020
Facebook could face a large fine if Instagram is found to have broken European Union privacy laws.
Covid-19: Italy tightens rules after coronavirus cases surge October 19, 2020
PM Giuseppe Conte targets public gatherings, hospitality and recreation "to avoid a new lockdown".
UK archbishops issue Brexit warning October 19, 2020
The intervention comes as peers are due to debate the Internal Markets Bill for the first time.
Coronavirus: The place in North America with no cases October 19, 2020
Nunavut, in Canada's north, has managed to keep coronavirus out of its communities.
Bolivia election: Polls close in presidential race October 19, 2020
The election comes after last year's disputed poll which forced Evo Morales to resign.
Could cold water hold a clue to a dementia cure? October 19, 2020
Swimmers at a London lido aid understanding of what cold does to the body.
'The fake reporter wanted to know about our software' October 18, 2020
As image recognition software is increasingly used, one firm had to deal with subterfuge.
Far-right online: 'I got them back on social media' October 18, 2020
'I cannot bear the chance of something that I've done makes somebody else go and do something horrific.'
Sudan khalwas: Undercover in the schools that chain boys October 18, 2020
A BBC News Arabic investigation has uncovered systemic child abuse inside Islamic schools in Sudan.
Anti-Trump TikTokkers not declaring paid content October 18, 2020
TikTok creators have been making anti-Trump videos without disclosing they were paid for.

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