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Coronavirus live news: Iran death toll exceeds 40,000; warning that Diwali could be ‘super spreader event’

Iran’s death toll increases by 457; senior Delhi health official issues Diwali warning; New Zealand scrambles to trace mystery case; Italy passes 1m cases

Myanmar coup: Deadliest day of protests as police open fire March 1, 2021
At least 18 people are killed as police try to disperse huge anti-coup rallies in several cities.
Sir Kazuo Ishiguro warns of young authors self-censoring out of 'fear' March 1, 2021
Writers may be self-censoring because they don't want to be "cancelled", author Kazuo Ishiguro says.
Hong Kong charges 47 activists in largest use yet of new security law February 28, 2021
The pro-democracy figures are accused of "subversion" under the controversial security legislation.
Inter Milan owners close Chinese side Jiangsu February 28, 2021
Chinese Super League champions Jiangsu FC - who have the same owners as Inter Milan - "cease operations".
Myanmar coup: UN ambassador fired after anti-army speech February 28, 2021
The ambassador made an emotional appeal urging countries to help remove the military from power.
Has China lifted 100 million people out of poverty? February 28, 2021
President Xi says China has achieved his poverty reduction pledge - but has it?
Covid: How this Indian firm is vaccinating the world February 28, 2021
The Serum Institute of India isn't a household name, but it's the world's largest vaccine maker.
Indian man killed by his own bird during cockfight February 27, 2021
The man had tried to stop the bird escaping when he was struck in the groin by a knife on the animal's leg.
Mourning the sisters killed as they taught handicrafts February 27, 2021
Ayesha and Irshad were breadwinners in a former Pakistani tribal area where militancy is rising again.
Covid-19: India in a 'delicate phase' of its coronavirus battle as cases surge February 27, 2021
A surge in cases in some Indian states has scientists worried about a possible new wave.
Monsters, mania and the unstoppable march of Pokémon February 27, 2021
Several waves of Pokémania have swept the globe, keeping this lucrative franchise relevant for 25 years.
BTS: Radio host apologises for comparing band to Covid February 26, 2021
The German radio host made the comments while talking about the band's cover of a Coldplay song.
China celebrates colourful Lantern Festival February 26, 2021
Villages and cities become a sea of bright light to mark the end of Chinese New Year celebrations.
The young girl who became pen-pal with Bollywood's biggest stars February 26, 2021
A unearthed photo album uncovers personal letters from the biggest stars of the 1950s and 60s.
Fijian rugby league players sing tribute to Sydney quarantine staff February 26, 2021
The rugby league players performed a song from their balconies in hotel quarantine in Australia.
Analysis: Can Asia help Myanmar find a way out of coup crisis? February 26, 2021
While Western sanctions may not help, China and South East Asia's influence may hold some sway.
Minari: Oscar favourite sees Korean family chase the American Dream February 25, 2021
Director Lee Isaac Chung on making the critically-acclaimed film and why he avoided seeing Parasite.
North Korea enslaved South Korean prisoners of war in coal mines February 25, 2021
A report describes how prisoners of war are used as slave labour to generate money for the regime.
Namaste Wahala: Does the real-life mirror the film? February 24, 2021
Do real-life couples face the same difficulties as those depicted in the Bollywood-Nollywood crossover?
New Zealand: Rescuers save 28 whales from stranding spot February 24, 2021
Rescuers have successfully refloated 28 pilot whales on a notorious New Zealand beach, Farewell Spit.

Golden Globe Awards 2021: Virtual ceremony gets under way March 1, 2021
Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are hosting the year's first major film and TV awards ceremony.
Myanmar coup: Deadliest day of protests as police open fire March 1, 2021
At least 18 people are killed as police try to disperse huge anti-coup rallies in several cities.
Cape Town: Pictures of how Muslim worship helps quell South African ganglands March 1, 2021
A team of Islamic scholars in South Africa is on a mission to some dangerous and drug-infested areas.
Coronavirus: The misleading claims about an Indian remedy March 1, 2021
A traditional herbal remedy said to "cure" Covid has resurfaced, but there's no evidence it works.
Why this teen set up a prize-winning fake cosmetics shop March 1, 2021
Polish teenager Krystyna Paszko's idea won an EU prize - she tells the BBC the story behind it.
The midwives braving armed gangs in Colombia March 1, 2021
A group of Afro-Colombian women use their skills to help women give birth in areas run by gangs.
Covid: The front-line doctor photographing the pandemic March 1, 2021
Dr Scott Kobner has been documenting the fight to save lives in America's worst-hit county.
Coronavirus: False vaccine claims debunked March 1, 2021
Misleading claims about coronavirus vaccines have been spreading online.
Sir Kazuo Ishiguro warns of young authors self-censoring out of 'fear' March 1, 2021
Writers may be self-censoring because they don't want to be "cancelled", author Kazuo Ishiguro says.
Kooking with a Koori: How a Sydney father's simple meals have won hearts March 1, 2021
Aboriginal man Nathan Lyons has found unexpected fame with videos inspired by "doing it tough".
'Farms are going to need different kinds of robots' March 1, 2021
A growing number of tech firms are helping farmers better look after their animals and crops.
Yemen: The nine-year-old war-zone school teacher March 1, 2021
Ahmed, blind since birth, stands in for teachers who don't make it in to their ruined school in Yemen.
CPAC: Trump rules out new political party in speech to conservatives February 28, 2021
The former US president hints at another run in 2024 as he returns to the political stage.
Liverpool still in 'exciting places' - Klopp after win closes gap on top four February 28, 2021
Jurgen Klopp says Liverpool are still in "exciting places" after beating Sheffield United to end a run of four successive Premier League defeats.
AC Milan beat Roma to maintain pressure on Inter February 28, 2021
AC Milan move four points behind Serie A leaders Inter Milan by beating Roma, thanks to goals from Franck Kessie and Ante Rebic.
Iran nuclear deal: Tehran rules out informal talks on reviving accord February 28, 2021
Tehran insists the US must lift all of its unilateral sanctions before talks can resume.
'100% nailed-on penalty' - Solskjaer fears referees are being swayed by 'outside influences' February 28, 2021
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says his side should have had a "100% nailed-on" penalty in the goalless draw with Chelsea and blames "outside influences" for it not being given.
Formula 1 declines Bahrain Covid-19 vaccination offer February 28, 2021
Formula 1 declines an offer from Bahrain to vaccinate all personnel attending pre-season testing and the year's opening grand prix.
Denver family wows neighbourhood with snow art February 28, 2021
The Mosley family spent 10 hours creating this colourful snake sculpture out of snow.
Man Utd denied penalty in dour draw at Chelsea February 28, 2021
Chelsea and Manchester United boost their top four hopes with a goalless draw as VAR continues to make headlines.