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South Australia reimposes Covid restrictions in response to fresh outbreak – live news

International flights into SA suspended and ADF brought in as the state’s new Covid cluster grows to 17 – follow the latest updates

How a blow to Australian wine shows tensions with China December 3, 2020
The once successful trade story now represents a worst case scenario of Australia and China tensions.
Hong Kong pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai detained for fraud December 3, 2020
The prominent pro-democracy supporter's detention comes a day after several activists were jailed.
Top teacher wins $1m and gives half away December 3, 2020
An Indian village school teacher wins the Global Teacher Prize and shares the award with runners-up.
China and Australia: How an online spat quickly escalated December 3, 2020
It started with a shocking tweet, and swiftly led to censorship and furious insults.
US pushes ahead with new rules for Chinese firms December 3, 2020
The move to delist non-compliant companies coincides with a wider push to ramp up pressure on China.
India Muslim man arrested under 'love jihad' law December 3, 2020
He is the first to be arrested under a controversial anti-conversion law passed last month.
South Korea: The life-changing exam that won't stop for a pandemic December 3, 2020
Despite a third wave, nearly 500,000 South Koreans will sit for critical university entrance tests.
Hong Kong: Joshua Wong and fellow pro-democracy activists jailed December 2, 2020
The trio were convicted of unauthorised assembly during mass protests in the city last year.
Mango dress: Teen makes 1,400-mango gown to highlight food waste December 2, 2020
Australian teenager Jess Collins says she wants to draw attention to how many mangoes are left to rot.
China #MeToo: Court to hear landmark case of intern versus TV star December 2, 2020
Six years after the alleged incident, one woman is taking a prominent TV star to court.
India farmers: The viral image that defines a protest December 2, 2020
Why this photograph of a policeman swinging his baton at an elderly Sikh farmer went viral.
Nike's diversity advert causing a backlash in Japan December 2, 2020
The sportswear giant is facing criticism online, but it could work in its favour with more sales.
Sydney storm sets bell tower ablaze and cuts power to thousands December 2, 2020
Lightning sparks a fire in a heritage building as damaging winds cut power to 20,000 homes.
Delhi sees deadliest month amid raging pandemic December 2, 2020
November was the deadliest month in India's capital and the city's crematoriums are overwhelmed.
Agnes Chow: Hong Kong’s 'real Mulan' fighting for democracy December 1, 2020
The pro-democracy activist is “traumatised” after being arrested under a controversial security law.
India builds bridge to help reptiles cross road December 1, 2020
The unique bridge is constructed over a busy highway to protect animals from being run over.
Covid-19: Thailand's food hawkers sell at protests to stay afloat December 1, 2020
Thai authorities may be worried by the protests, but the country's food vendors smell opportunity.
Masked Indian comic superhero fights Covid-19 fear December 1, 2020
India's first female comic superhero Priya, a gang-rape survivor, battles disinformation around Covid-19.
India GDP: What car sales reveal about India’s stalling economy November 30, 2020
India's economy is officially in recession but improving car sales hint at a possible rebound.
Stubble burning: Why it continues to smother north India November 30, 2020
The toxic fumes from stubble burning affects hundreds of millions - but curbs to stop it keep failing.

Brexit: 'Prospect of breakthrough receding' in UK-EU talks December 3, 2020
Talks continue, as a source tells the BBC that Brussels are "bringing new elements into the negotiation".
Zorya Luhansk 1-0 Leicester City: Foxes undone by late winner December 3, 2020
Leicester's hopes of sealing top spot in Europa League Group G with a game to spare are dashed by Ukrainian side Zorya Luhansk.
Tottenham into Europa League last 32 after exciting draw December 3, 2020
Dele Alli scores from the spot as Tottenham secure a place in the Europa League knockout stages despite LASK earning a late draw.
Puerto Rico: The moment the Arecibo Observatory telescope collapsed December 3, 2020
Video shows one of the world's largest telescopes at Puerto Rico's Arecibo Observatory come crashing down.
Davis set to sign new $190m deal with Lakers and James to agree extension December 3, 2020
Anthony Davis agrees a new five-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, while LeBron James is set to sign a two-year extension.
Dr Fauci: The UK 'was not as careful' as US in vaccine approval December 3, 2020
The UK has defended its process, and says the vaccine is safe and effective.
Iran rejects Biden's terms for reviving nuclear deal December 3, 2020
Tehran says the US is in no position to set preconditions and economic sanctions must be lifted.
Three Ex-US presidents pledge to film themselves getting Covid vaccine December 3, 2020
Barack Obama, George W Bush and Bill Clinton want to promote confidence in Covid vaccine safety.
Future Zoom users will be able to smell the virtual coffee December 3, 2020
Zoom boss Eric Yuan predicts that artificial intelligence will bring physical sensations to video meetings.
George Russell under 'no pressure' in Mercedes car for Sakhir Grand Prix December 3, 2020
George Russell says he is under “no pressure” as he prepares to race Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes at this weekend’s Sakhir Grand Prix.
Gaia 'discovery machine' updates star catalogue December 3, 2020
The world's most productive astronomical facility releases its third big tranche of sky data.
Ivanka Trump questioned over inauguration funds 'misuse' December 3, 2020
President Trump's daughter has denounced a lawsuit as "politically motivated".
Boeing 737 Max sees first firm order since crashes December 3, 2020
Irish airline Ryanair's purchase is a boost for the Max, which was grounded after two deadly crashes.
Rome bans horse-drawn carriages from its streets December 3, 2020
Italy's capital wants to protect the animals, but some say it doesn't go far enough.
Amazon rainforest rock art depicts giant Ice Age creatures December 3, 2020
Researchers say the paintings in modern-day Colombia are believed to be about 12,000 years old.
Leclerc feared Grosjean had died in Bahrain crash December 3, 2020
Charles Leclerc says he feared Romain Grosjean had been killed in the immediate aftermath of the Frenchman’s fiery crash in Bahrain.
No more emotional support peacocks on US planes December 3, 2020
Only dogs can qualify as psychological service animals, says the US transportation department.
Namibia: Man named after Adolf Hitler wins local election December 3, 2020
He usually calls himself Adolf Uunona and insists he has no plans for world domination.
Covid: Are countries under pressure to approve a vaccine? December 3, 2020
After the UK's approval of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine, are other nations under pressure to follow suit?
Is Africa overtaking the Middle East as the new jihadist battleground? December 3, 2020
As 300 UK troops arrive in Mali, the BBC's Frank Gardner looks at the role of Islamist militants across Africa.

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