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Coronavirus lockdown eases in Moscow as cases fall in Russian capital

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Residents of Moscow can leave their homes to take a stroll for the first time in nine weeks on Monday under a partial easing of a tough lockdown regime following a fall in novel coronavirus cases. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/3cgcdK4

Hong Kong reports first local COVID-19 cases in two weeks

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Hong Kong has confirmed its first locally transmitted coronavirus cases in more than two weeks, fuelling concerns over its spread as restrictions on movement are relaxed. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2XkUhKf

Rio Tinto apologises for blowing up 46,000-year-old Aboriginal site

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Rio Tinto apologised for the destruction of a sacred Aboriginal cave in Western Australia that showed evidence of continual habitation dating back 46,000 years, and said it would urgently review its plans for other sites in the area. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/3cgbOHy

Japan considering re-opening door to some foreigners: media

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Japan is considering re-opening its borders to travellers from selected countries which have low levels of coronavirus infections, as it begins to ease restrictions put in place earlier this year to control the outbreak. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2yPKOku

Japan says Hong Kong situation deeply concerning

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The situation in Hong Kong is deeply concerning and stability is important, Japan's top government spokesman said on Monday regarding China's decision to impose a new security law on Hong Kong. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/3eD7cNf

Clashes Outside White House Amid Protests Over Death Of Black Man

Clashes outside White House, tear gas fired amid protests over death of black man at hands of police in Minneapolis: news agency AFP from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3csp3Fn

As Protests and Violence Spill Over, Trump Shrinks Back

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By Peter Baker and Maggie Haberman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Xktg9N

China''s May factory activity expands, but weak orders signal bumpy recovery

China`s factory activity rose for a third straight month in May as companies got back to business after strict measures to contain the coronavirus were eased, but a deep contraction in export orders means the recovery remains sluggish from Zee Business: World News https://ift.tt/36OO6Bh

FOX NEWS: British couple: Dangerous Florida scorpion found in our bananas

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British couple: Dangerous Florida scorpion found in our bananas An apple a day will keep the doctor away, but a banana a day might bring you scorpions.

FOX NEWS: Home alcohol sales reportedly stay strong as restaurants reopen: 'Every night is Friday night for people'

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Home alcohol sales reportedly stay strong as restaurants reopen: 'Every night is Friday night for people' It turns out, people might really like drinking at home.

Trump Was Taken To Underground Bunker During White House Protests: Report

As protesters gathered outside the White House on Friday night in Washington DC, US President Donald Trump was briefly taken to the White House underground bunker, The New York Times reported citing a... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2MjsO54

"Nation In Pain": Joe Biden Visits Scene Of US Anti-Racism Protest

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden visited the scene of an anti-racism protest in the state of Delaware on Sunday, saying that the United States was "in pain". from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Xklcph

Nawaz Sharif's Leaked Photo Sparks Debate Over His Health In Pakistan

A fresh picture of Pakistan's former prime minister Nawaz Sharif having tea at a London cafe along with his family went viral on social media, sparking a debate on his health with the ruling Pakistan... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2AnOt9N

Australia eases social distancing restrictions as economic recovery efforts intensify

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Several Australian states eased social distancing restrictions further on Monday, allowing restaurants to host more people and public attractions to reopen, as Canberra moves to revive the country's ailing economy. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2XHDboI

Nearly 600 New Coronavirus Cases In US In Last 24 Hours: Report

The United States recorded 598 coronavirus deaths on Sunday, bringing its total to 104,356 since the global pandemic began, according to a tally kept by Johns Hopkins University. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/36Pqrk3

Coronavirus changes how doctors deal with death

Five doctors administering end-of-life care reflect on the current crisis.

Glimmer of hope for world's rarest primate

The discovery of a new breeding pair raises hope for the future of a critically endangered gibbon.

George Floyd death: Why do some protests turn violent?

In the US, peaceful protests over police violence have escalated into widespread riots and looting.

Remote working: How cities might change if we worked from home more

Our homes, transport and city-centre spaces would change if we worked from home for good.

Russia and Turkey risk turning Libya into another Syria

Gen Haftar's forces have been beaten back from Tripoli but that does not mean peace is at hand.

The man whose death convulsed US

He was an athlete, friend and father whose life and struggles were emblematic of any American.

Nasa SpaceX launch: What is the Crew Dragon?

A guide to SpaceX's Crew Dragon vehicle, which carried astronauts to the space station.

How Venezuela's fuel crisis is hitting coronavirus victims

Venezuela's fuel crisis has been so acute that even funeral homes are struggling to transport bodies to the cemetery.

FOX NEWS: Protesters chant 'no justice, no peace' on steps of Brooklyn Borough Hall

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Protesters chant 'no justice, no peace' on steps of Brooklyn Borough Hall Raw video of peaceful demonstration in Brooklyn following death of George Floyd in police custody in Minneapolis.

FOX NEWS: NYPD sergeant's union shoots back at de Blasio after mayor asks for 'light touch' with protesters

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NYPD sergeant's union shoots back at de Blasio after mayor asks for 'light touch' with protesters Retired members of the NYPD shot back at Mayor Bill de Blasio over comments that he expects officers to use a “light touch” with protesters following the death of Minneapolis man George Floyd.

FOX NEWS: Bernie Kerik urges political leaders to deescalate violent protests, calls on parents to 'get your kids home'

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Bernie Kerik urges political leaders to deescalate violent protests, calls on parents to 'get your kids home' Former NYPD Commissioner Bernie Kerik joins Bill Hemmer on 'America's News HQ.'

Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque reopens after more than two months

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Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque reopened to worshippers on Sunday after a two-and-a-half month coronavirus closure, but Muslim authorities imposed some precautions as health officials warn of an uptick in local infections. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2TUID6s

Trump postpones G7 summit, seeks to expand invitation list

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U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday he would postpone the Group of Seven summit that he wanted to hold in late June and expand the list of countries invited to include Australia, Russia, South Korea and India. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/3gK1ew7

Over 900 New Coronavirus Deaths In US In Last 24 Hours: Report

The United States recorded 960 coronavirus deaths on Saturday, bringing its total to 103,758 since the global pandemic began, according to a tally kept by Johns Hopkins University. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2TUVEgr

Trump Says He Will Delay G7 Summit And Invite Other Countries

US President Donald Trump said Saturday he will delay the G7 summit scheduled to take place in June and invite other countries to join the meeting. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2ZQfn4y

Trump delays 'outdated' G7 leaders' summit

The US president says he is postponing this year's meeting and wants to invite other leaders as well.

FOX NEWS: Chaos builds in Brooklyn, officer injured

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Chaos builds in Brooklyn, officer injured Brooklyn protests begin to turn violent, Bryan Llenas is on scene.

FOX NEWS: Brooklyn protests turn violent

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Brooklyn protests turn violent Protests in Brooklyn turn violent as night begins to fall, Bryan Llenas is on scene.

FOX NEWS: Minnesota governor mobilizes National Guard

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Minnesota governor mobilizes National Guard Former Special Agent in Charge at the ATF, BJ Zapor, joins Jon Scott to discuss handling protests amid growing violence.

FOX NEWS: America braces for another night of unrest as protesters, police clash in major cities

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America braces for another night of unrest as protesters, police clash in major cities Protests continued Saturday as more demonstrations erupted in cities nationwide following the death of Minneapolis man George Floyd.

FOX NEWS: LIVE UPDATES: Protests continue across America in wake of George Floyd death

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LIVE UPDATES: Protests continue across America in wake of George Floyd death Live updates.

FOX NEWS: NY woman faces attempted murder charges for throwing molotov cocktail at NYPD van during riots: reports

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NY woman faces attempted murder charges for throwing molotov cocktail at NYPD van during riots: reports A New York woman has been charged with four counts of attempted murder after throwing a molotov cocktail at an NYPD van occupied by multiple police officers.

FOX NEWS: Hundreds of NYC protesters demand justice for George Floyd a day after violent riots

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Hundreds of NYC protesters demand justice for George Floyd a day after violent riots Hundreds of New Yorkers took to the streets Saturday for the third day of protesting the killing of George Floyd, a black man who died after he was pinned to the ground by a white Minneapolis police officer.

FOX NEWS: Minneapolis woman on riots, looting after George Floyd's death: 'I have nowhere to go now'

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Minneapolis woman on riots, looting after George Floyd's death: 'I have nowhere to go now' A disabled woman from Minneapolis who lives near the site of recent riots sparked by the death of George Floyd said Saturday, that her neighborhood has been destroyed leaving her with no refuge from the carnage and looting sweeping the area. 

FOX NEWS: MLK's daughter, Atlanta mayor among leaders condemning riots after George Floyd's death

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MLK's daughter, Atlanta mayor among leaders condemning riots after George Floyd's death Leaders across the country say that the rioting is no longer about the death of an innocent black man.

FOX NEWS: MN prosecutor says more charges may come in George Floyd case

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MN prosecutor says more charges may come in George Floyd case Former Georgia Prosecutor, Titus Nichols joins Dana Perino to discuss the charges filed in wake of George Floyd's death.

Trump says he is postponing G7 summit

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U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he is postponing until September the G7 summit which had been scheduled for late June. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/3cpx121