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Top US lawmakers have expressed serious concern over the sudden spike in coronavirus cases in India, saying it is "heartbreaking" to see the "crisis utterly overwhelm the health systems" in the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3gR2b8f

Grammy Awards scrap controversial voting committees

The anonymous committees had been accused of a lack of transparency and inclusivity in their choices.

US Formally Begins Withdrawing Its Troops From Afghanistan

The United States formally begins withdrawing its last troops from Afghanistan Saturday, bringing its longest war nearer to an end but also heralding an uncertain future for a country in the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2RcsRpg

US Exempts Categories Of Students, Journalists From India Travel Ban

Certain categories of students, academics, journalists and individuals have been exempted from the India travel ban announced by President Joe Biden, the US State Department said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3aR9FUI

India's over-18s vaccination to start

The drive has begun to lag at a time when a second deadly wave is devastating the country.

6.8 Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Japan, No Tsunami Warning Issued

A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck off Japan's northeastern coast on Saturday but no tsunami warning was issued, Japanese and US authorities said, with no immediate reports of damage. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3eNSWCS

Covid: Australians could face jail or fines if they return from India

Australia makes it temporarily illegal to return from India, which is being ravaged by Covid-19.

Covid Crisis In India "Very Serious", Cases Yet To Peak: US Official

The COVID-19 crisis in India is indeed very serious, the Biden Administration said on Friday, noting that the cases have not peaked yet. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2QOs1Po

US Republican Lawmakers Criticise Biden For Curbs On Travel From India

Republican lawmakers on Friday criticised President Joe Biden for imposing restrictions on travel from India in view of the sudden surge in COVID-19 cases in the country. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3e7RiwR

Australia Bans Arrivals From India, Says Offenders Will Face Jail, Fines

Australian residents and citizens who have been in India within 14 days of the date they plan to return home will be banned from entering Australia as of Monday and those who disobey will face fines... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3eIz6ck

Google Advises To "Get Vaccinated" Against Covid With Its New Doodle

As COVID-19 continues to impact communities around the world, Google in its new doodle has reached out to people and urged everyone to get vaccinated against the infectious disease. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3t8M4p4

Florida plans to fine social media for banning politicians

The Florida bill proposes fines up to $250,000 per day for companies which violate the rules.

Singapore: What's it like in the best place to live during Covid?

As the pandemic continues to devastate, one Asian island has emerged as the best place to ride it out.

Covid: Pakistan fears 'Impending doom' threatens Pakistan

A slow vaccine roll out, no lockdown and large gatherings are concerning doctors in Pakistan.

How a Nigerian mother fought to hold on to her child in Italy

A Nigerian woman in Italy nearly lost her son as the authorities questioned her parenting style.

Alaska's first CSI takes on blood and burglaries in sub-zero weather

Shasta Pomeroy isn't only the first Fairbanks crime scene investigator, she's the first in the state.

India's Covid vaccine shortage: The desperate wait gets longer

India is facing a severe shortage of vaccines amid a relentless second Covid wave. How did this happen?

France-Algeria relations: The lingering fallout from nuclear tests in the Sahara

France says the tests were carried out in uninhabited areas but local residents beg to differ.

NASA's Mars Ingenuity Helicopter Given New Scouting Mission

After proving powered, controlled flight is possible on the Red Planet, NASA's Mars Ingenuity helicopter has new orders: scout ahead of the Perseverance rover to assist in its search for past signs of... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/337TqOM

Boris Johnson's Personal Mobile Number Online For 15 Years: Reports

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's personal mobile phone number has been on the internet for 15 years, media reports said Friday, raising questions about national security. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2QB8GBu

These people aren't real but could help tackle bias in tech

How technology that generates fake faces is helping to tackle bias in facial recognition systems.

Kyrgyzstan-Tajikistan violence: Deadly clash amid water dispute

Thousands of people are evacuated following some of the worst border fighting in years.

Israel stampede: Chaotic scenes as dozens dead at religious festival

Dozens have been killed and many wounded after a stampede at an Israeli religious festival.

India Covid: Delhi seeks more cremation space as deaths rise

Police in India's capital ask for more cremation sites as a fatal second wave sweeps the country.

Ghislaine Maxwell: Lawyers release photo that shows bruised face

Lawyers release a photo of the British socialite with what looks like bruising under her left eye.

Little Extra Weight Risks Severe Covid, Under-40s Most Impacted: Study

Carrying even a little extra weight raises the risk of developing a severe form of Covid-19, especially in younger adults, according to a new study. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3vwsIvK

France Detects First Case Of Indian Covid Variant: Health Agency

A case of the Indian variant of the coronavirus has now been detected in mainland France, a regional health agency director said Thursday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3vuCWwn

First Emergency Covid Relief Supplies From US Arrive: "Stand With India"

India received the first Covid emergency aid supplies from the United States this morning as the country fights against a deadly second wave that has killed thousands of people in the last few days. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3xLdGnM

Dozens Killed In Stampede At Israel Pilgrimage Site

Dozens of people were killed in a stampede at a Jewish pilgrimage site in the north of Israel on Friday, rescue services said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3gO0sAz

Israel stampede: Dozens killed in crush at religious festival

Emergency services confirm dozens have been killed and many more wounded in north-east Israel.

India-US Ties Intensified In President Biden's First 100 Days: Official

The relationship between India and the United States has intensified in the first 100 days of the Biden administration, a State Department official said in . from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3xvzTpP

Pfizer Begins To Export US-Made Covid Shots: Report

Pfizer Inc's shipment of COVID-19 vaccine to Mexico this week includes doses made in its U.S. plant, the first of what are expected to be ongoing exports of its shots from the United States, a source... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3eL7cfV

Suspects Face Attempted Murder In Kidnapping Of Lady Gaga's Dogs

Three men were charged with attempted murder and robbery on Thursday in the theft of singer Lady Gaga's dogs in February, authorities said, a crime that saw her dog walker shot on a street in... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nAMHqo

India Covid: A nurse's story of fighting the virus

A nurse at the forefront of the battle against the pandemic shares her story with the BBC.

Quiz of the week: Oscar-winner Chloé Zhao, pricey sneakers and Marcelo's civic duty

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

Xueli Abbing: The abandoned baby who became a Vogue model

The 16-year-old's albinism led to her being abandoned as a baby but she is now a successful model.

The ransomware surge ruining lives

A coalition is calling for action from governments as victims describe crippling cyber-attacks.

'It's your device, you should be able to repair it'

The BBC talks to the volunteers running free workshops to help consumers fix broken gadgets.

Africa's week in pictures: 23-29 April 2021

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond.

World's longest pedestrian suspension bridge to open in Portugal

Local residents tested out the 500m walkway, which spans a gorge in Portugal's Arouca Geopark.

'Heartbreaking' return to St Vincent's volcano-hit 'red zone'

The BBC accompanies a school teacher back to a village in St Vincent's restricted volcano-damaged 'red zone'.

Ransomware gangs target firms, schools and hospitals

More than 60 tech firm and law enforcement leaders want aggressive, urgent action against ransomware.

US To Become "Arsenal Of COVID-19 Vaccines" For World: Joe Biden

US President Joe Biden on Wednesday vowed that the United States will become an "arsenal of vaccination" for the rest of the world to fight COVID-19. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3aQjW3M

4 Killed, 1 Injured In Germany Care Clinic Attack

Four people have been killed and one person seriously wounded in an attack at a care clinic in Germany, police said Thursday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2S4asv2

120 Oxygen Concentrators From UK Reach India Amid COVID-19 Surge

A consignment of 120 oxygen concentrators from the United Kingdom reached India, which is in the throes of a deadly second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, on Thursday morning. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3eDsc8m

China Launches First Module For New Space Station

China launched the first module of its space station on Thursday, a milestone in Beijing's ambitious plan to establish a permanent human presence in space. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2R9mx1u

Biden pitches 'once in a generation investment' to Congress

The president lays out jobs, education and social care plans and says "America's on the move again".

West Bengal: India state elections go ahead as deaths hit record high

Voters go to the polls for state elections despite the state the country witnessing a second wave.

China launches first module of new space station

It's a major step in China's ambitions to rival the United States and Russia in space exploration.

Biden Urges US Police Reform By Anniversary Of George Floyd Murder

President Joe Biden called on Congress Wednesday to pass sweeping reforms to US policing by the May 25 anniversary of the killing of George Floyd, who died under a white officer's knee last year. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3aJhZpC

"Made Very Clear To Putin That We Don't Seek Escalation", Says Biden

US President Joe Biden said Wednesday he was not seeking to escalate tensions with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin after imposing sanctions over an array of concerns. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3u2pNu5

Women Make History As Nancy Pelosi, Kamala Harris Flank Biden For Speech

When US President Joe Biden delivered his debut speech to a joint session of Congress Wednesday, history was made behind him, with two powerful women taking their places on the rostrum for the first... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/32XSLzA

US Is "On The Move Again", Says Biden In First Address To Congress

President Joe Biden declared Wednesday that America is "on the move again" at the start of a rousing speech to Congress, calling for trillions of dollars to rebuild the post-Covid US middle class and... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Pwetrg

US "Not Looking For Conflict" With China, Says Biden

The United States will stand up to China but is not looking for conflict, President Joe Biden was to say in an address to Congress on Wednesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3dZz54t

Top US Senators Ask Pharmaceutical Firms For Global Access To Vaccines

As India faces a catastrophic COVID-19 outbreak, five top Democratic senators wrote to Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson, seeking global access to vaccines, including technology transfer. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3vrVddY

Zac Easter: He left his brain behind to save others from his fate

Zac Easter killed himself at the age of 24, having suffered for years from a debilitating disease caused by the sport he loved.

Man With Knife Attacks Kindergarten In China, Kills 2 Children: Report

A man wielding a knife killed two children and wounded 16 more people at a kindergarten in China's southwestern region of Guangxi on Wednesday, China's official Xinhua news agency reported. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3eEQ0sj

EU Accuses Russia, China Of Covid Vaccine Disinformation

Russian and Chinese media are systematically seeking to sow mistrust in Western COVID-19 vaccines in their latest disinformation campaigns aimed at dividing the West, a European report said on... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3u3qiEu

US To Send More Than $100 Million In Covid Supplies To India

The United States is sending supplies worth more than $100 million in the coming days to India to help it fight a surge of COVID-19 cases, the White House said on Wednesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3u1GTZh

Scientists Back Brazil Over Russian Covid Vaccine Import Ban

Scientists have backed Brazil's drug regulator's decision to stop the import of Russia's Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine on the basis that batches they tested carried a live version of a common... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Pv6lqW

Covid: Turkey prepares for its first full lockdown

Turkey was seen as a success story early in the pandemic but now has the highest infection rate in Europe.

They are killing our forest, Brazilian tribe warns

The Awa, who have been called "the most threatened tribe on earth", face fresh challenges in Brazil.

The 'forgotten' Afghan refugees taking their own lives

Many Afghan refugees who spent years stranded in Indonesia awaiting resettlement have lost hope.

India Covid-19: Deadly second wave spreads from cities to small towns

The virus is spreading to remote corners of India where healthcare is poor and the crisis under-reported.

Covid in India: Sikh temple offers drive-through oxygen

More than 1,000 people have used the service being offered by one Gurdwara in Uttar Pradesh.

China, Japan Trade Acrimonious Barbs Over Fukushima Tweet

China and Japan accused each other of inappropriate behaviour after a Chinese government official posted a tweet of an iconic Japanese woodblock print manipulated to show nuclear waste being poured... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3dWaSMr

Covaxin "Found To Neutralise" Indian 617 Variant: US Adviser Dr. Fauci

Covaxin, India's home-grown Covid vaccine produced by Bharat Biotech, has been found to neutralise the B.1.617 variant or the Indian double mutant strain, House Chief Medical Adviser Anthony Fauci... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3xygJzl

Pfizer Chief Says Oral Drug For COVID-19 Could Be Ready Next Year: Report

Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla has said that an oral drug for treating coronavirus could be ready next year adding the company is working on two antivirals, an oral and an injectable. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2S8YlwW

India's Covid crisis: 'I lost my unborn child and wife on the same day'

As India battles a fierce Covid second wave, two people who are grieving share their stories.

Joe Biden Gets Outpour Of Bipartisan Support Over Covid Help To India

In an outpour of support during India's moment of crisis, American lawmakers applauded President Joe Biden for all help he was extending to save lives of people suffering from COVID-19, and urged him... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sSBD8Y

Regrets Audio Leak Caused "Domestic Infighting": Iran's Foreign Minister

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said Wednesday he regretted that leaked audio of him saying the military had too strong a role in diplomacy turned into "domestic infighting". from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sZ3PXQ

Favour "Adjustment" Between Military, Diplomatic Spheres: Iran's Zarif

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif on Wednesday said he favoured a "smart adjustment" between the military and diplomatic spheres, in his first public reaction after a controversial leaked... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sSRl3S

Biden to sell historic spending plans in speech to Congress

Speaking on the eve of his 100th day in office, the Democrat will propose $4tn (£2.9tn) in spending.

Man Tries To Smuggle 35 Birds Past US Customs For Singing Contests

Customs officials at New York's JFK Airport discovered 35 live finches attached to a man's jacket and ankles as he attempted to smuggle them into the country for singing competitions, federal... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sZMFt9

Samsung Heirs To Pay Over $10 Billion, Donate Picasso In Inheritance Tax

The heirs to South Korea's Samsung group announced their plans to pay more than $10 billion in death duties Wednesday -- one of the world's biggest ever inheritance tax settlements -- including... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3xuYGdv

Australia warns Google and Apple over app stores

Australia's regulator wants the two tech giants to open up their app stores to more competition.

Covid Risk Rises 50% If Passengers Board Planes Back To Front: Study

Boarding passengers seated at the back of the aircraft first -- a Covid-era change by Delta Air Lines Inc. and others to cut the risk of infection -- actually increases the chance of catching the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2PsS7XE

Samsung's Lee Family To Pay More Than 12 Trillion Won Inheritance Taxes

The family of deceased Samsung Electronics chairman Lee Kun-hee said on Wednesday it will pay more than 12 trillion won ($10.78 billion) in inheritance taxes for the estate of the late patriarch. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3vpS4LD

Elon Musk Trolls Jeff Bezos As Space Race Heats Up

The space race between the world's two richest men went into hyperdrive on Tuesday after Tesla chief Elon Musk took a swipe at Jeff Bezos' attempt to challenge a major NASA contract. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3dZNDkV

Richard Pusey: Australian jailed for filming dying officers

Richard Pusey is sentenced to 10 months jail for filming dying police officers at a crash scene.

Mon Laferte: Chile's pop export on repression and injustice

Musician Mon Laferte is releasing her first album since speaking out about the country's protests.

Kuwait: Murder spurs demands for greater safety for women

The killing by the woman's alleged harasser fuels outrage over women's safety in the Gulf state.

Kenyans bitter over al-Qaeda US embassy compensation snub

Kenyan victims of 1998 US embassy bombing lament exclusion from $335m compensation deal.

Why India's Covid crisis matters to the whole world

The situation in India is a bleak reminder that none of us will be safe until everyone is safe.

India coronavirus: Can it make enough vaccines to meet demand?

India is facing a surge in Covid cases while attempting to ramp up its own vaccine programme.

India Covid: 'Sister help us, doctor help us – you’re God'

What it's like working in an emergency room in India, as its devastating second Covid wave continues.

Why a US photographer says 'sorry for the war'

Peter van Agtmael chronicles the perception of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and their realities.

Birds of Oz: The charming natives that found TikTok fame

A colourful set of Australian birds has attracted a surprise global following on social media.

Belgium Bans Arrivals From India, Brazil, South Africa Over Covid Variant

Belgium on Tuesday became the latest territory to ban travel from India, Brazil and South Africa, major countries hit by fast-spreading coronavirus variants. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3dUYTir

Cyber-attack hackers threaten to share US police informant data

The FBI investigates as a group says it has accessed Washington DC police computers, US media report.

West Virginia to give young people $100 bond to get vaccine

West Virginia will offer a savings bond to 16-35 year olds to boost its vaccine drive.

"We Will Win Together": Macron's Message To India In Hindi On Covid Aid

France will send medical equipment, ventilators, liquid oxygen containers and oxygen generators to enhance India's capabilities in fighting the deadly second wave of Covid infections, French President... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tXRPqH

French warn UK ahead of vote on Brexit trade deal

French concern over fishing rights overshadows a key European Parliament vote on EU-UK trade.

China To Finance Coal Plants Abroad Despite Carbon Pledge At Home

China will press ahead with its multi-billion-dollar financing of coal plants in developing countries, a top climate official said Tuesday, despite Beijing's stated aim of slashing carbon emissions. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nnUmbn

Fiji Fears "Covid Tsunami" After Outbreak Found To Be Indian Variant

A Covid-19 outbreak that forced Fiji's capital into lockdown after the island nation avoided transmission for a year was confirmed as the Indian variant Tuesday, with health officials saying they... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nq7dcT

India Covid-19: Delhi adds makeshift crematoriums as deaths climb

India's capital struggles to find space to cremate its dead during the second wave of the pandemic.

India Covid: First UK aid arrives as coronavirus deaths mount

Oxygen equipment lands in Delhi but far more is needed to tackle a devastating Covid wave nationwide.

Israel committing crimes of apartheid and persecution - HRW

The Israeli foreign ministry rejects Human Rights Watch's allegation as "preposterous and false".

Tesla: Bitcoin sales, environmental credits boost profits

But the carmaker's profits were dented by a $299m payment to Tesla boss Elon Musk.

Israel Examines Heart Inflammation Cases After Pfizer Covid Shot

Israel is examining dozens of cases where people experienced heart inflammation after receiving Pfizer Inc. and BioNTech SE's coronavirus vaccine. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3gLI5ft

US police mock dementia sufferer in 'torture' arrest

The Colorado officers are seen reviewing a clip where the 73-year-old's shoulder goes "pop".

Australia To Consider Halting Flights From India As Covid Cases Spike

Australia is set to consider a proposal on Tuesday to suspend flights from India to prevent more virulent coronavirus variants entering the country following a surge in positive COVID-19 cases in... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3gFFGmw

Kanye West's Sneakers Sold For Record-Breaking $1.8 Million

A pair of Nike Air Yeezy 1s worn by rapper Kanye West sold for $1.8 million, triple the previous record for sneakers, Sotheby's said Monday, as the market for rare sports shoes soars. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nqxUhW

Five things to know about Apple's iOS update

New update includes new privacy features, emojis and a way of turning on an iPhone with a mask on.

Gavin Newsom: California's governor faces recall election

Gavin Newsom was up for re-election in 2022, but will now probably face a vote this autumn.

Nigeria: The community that trades by barter instead of money

This Nigerian community still practices trade by barter, where goods are exchanged instead of money.

India Covid: The messages deciding between life and death

Avani Singh was one of thousands of Indians who turned to social media to get help for her family.

Afghan interpreters rejected for resettlement 'face death' after UK exit

Campaigners say many interpreters fired for trivial reasons are being unfairly barred from the UK.

Covid-19 in India: Visual guide to the crisis

Maps, charts and graphics explaining what is happening and what the authorities are doing about it.

France-Algeria relations: The lingering fallout from nuclear tests in the Sahara

France says the tests were carried out in uninhabited areas but local residents beg to differ.

Electric cars: What will happen to all the dead batteries?

In the next 10 years millions of old electric car batteries will need to be recycled or discarded.

Moderna's COVID-19 Vaccine Being Reviewed For Emergency Listing: WHO

Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine is being reviewed on Monday by technical experts for possible WHO emergency use listing, a World Health Organization spokesman told Reuters. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2R25G0v

Britain To Give Covid Vaccine Shots To Everyone Aged 44 Years And Above

Everyone aged 44 and above in Britain will now be able to book their COVID-19 jab starting on Monday as the UK's National Health Service (NHS) vaccine programme expands further to more younger age... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3eA0edq

Covid-19: EU hints at summer return for US travellers

Fully vaccinated Americans might be able to visit, but the bloc has not given an exact timetable.

Rare Siberian Tiger Caught After Attacking A Villager In China

A rare tiger that attacked a villager and damaged a car in northeast China was caught after an hours-long pursuit by police and forestry officials and will be held for 45 days of observation, state... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sS5oqj

Ingenuity Mars helicopter makes third successful flight

The US space agency's Ingenuity chopper completes its most ambitious flight yet on the Red Planet.

UK Denies Report That PM Boris Johnson Said 'Let The Bodies Pile High'

A newspaper report that British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that he would rather bodies piled "high in their thousands" than order a third lockdown is not true, Defence Secretary Ben Wallace... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2QweYlI

Scientist Who Says He Created Bitcoin Can Sue Mystery Website

An Australian scientist who says he created Bitcoin won the backing of a London court to pursue the mystery owners of the bitcoin.org website for allegedly infringing his copyright over the world's... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3vkCd0N

Covid: Perth ends lockdown after Covid cases contained

A snap three-day lockdown was enforced after the state's first case of community transmission in a year.

China Censors Oscars Success Of History-Making Chloe Zhao

Beijing-born Chloe Zhao was scrubbed from Chinese social media on Monday as a nationalist backlash airbrushed out her remarkable achievement of becoming the first woman of colour to win the best... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sLQZMo

Malaysia Says AstraZeneca Vaccine Safe, Will Be Used For People Over 60

Malaysian health authorities on Monday said the vaccine developed by AstraZeneca is safe for use, three days after the Southeast Asian nation received its first batch of the shots bought through the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3dRm3WY

India Covid: Anger as Twitter ordered to remove critical virus posts

The country is struggling with a massive surge in cases and a major oxygen shortage.

Singapore and Hong Kong to open travel bubble

This will be the second major air route in the region to open after Australia and New Zealand.

UK Lawmakers Call For PM Johnson To Publish Big Pharma Lobbying Messages

British lawmakers on Monday called on the government to publish all communications with pharmaceutical companies to understand if private lobbying influenced its opposition to a waiver of intellectual... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sXLbja

Oscars 2021: Nomadland, Hopkins and Kaluuya share glory

Nomadland takes three top awards, with wins for British stars Sir Anthony Hopkins and Daniel Kaluuya.

"Global Cooperation": Indian-American Doctor On Only Way To Address Covid

Indian-American physician Vivek Murthy, the 21st Surgeon General of the US on Sunday said that the only way to address a global COVID-19 pandemic is global cooperation and mutual support. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3dT7ySy

India's Moment Of Need: US Lawmakers Urge Biden To Help Amid Covid Surge

Top US lawmakers rallied behind India in its hour of crisis urging the Biden administration to provide material and healthcare assistance to India to help save lives from the deadly coronavirus. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3gEAM9u

Turkmenistan celebrates new holiday to honour native dog breed

The president leads celebrations of the Alabay shepherd dog - a symbol of national cultural pride.

'I will not return to work': Myanmar coup cripples healthcare system

Myanmar's medical workers are finding themselves torn between their patients and a military government.

The salmon you buy in the future may be farmed on land

A giant fish farm in Florida is rearing salmon for the US market in a huge indoor facility.

Facebook v Apple: The ad tracking row heats up

Why is there is a dispute between the two tech giants and does it matter to you?

Chernobyl nuclear disaster: ‘Three-day evacuation lasted 35 years’

Lyudmila Honchar was four when she had to leave her home in Pripyat, Ukraine after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Now she's going home.

'Apocalyptic' landscape in aftermath of volcanic eruptions on St Vincent.

The island of St Vincent has been blanketed in ash, impacting infrastructure and agriculture.

Space junk map tracks 200 ‘ticking time bombs’

Large defunct rocket bodies have the potential to break into thousands of pieces, threatening functioning satellites that provide vital services like GPS.

France To Provide "Significant" Oxygen Support To India

France plans to offer India "significant" extra oxygen capacity in the coming days to help the country cope with a record surge in Covid-19 infections, the French presidency said on Sunday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2PkXV5p

Covid: Countries send aid to ease India's oxygen emergency

The UK is sending oxygen machines and ventilators while France and the US are also sending supplies.

US Will Consider Sending AstraZeneca Vaccine To India: Top Expert

The United States will consider sending surplus AstraZeneca vaccines to India, as backlash over its stockpile grows and the South Asian giant reels from a Covid-19 surge, top US pandemic advisor... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sUtAIG

Oscars 2021: The railway station now a hosting venue

Union Station in Los Angeles will be one of the venues for this year's Oscars.

Bangladesh Seals Border With India Amid Record Surge In Covid Cases

Bangladesh has decided to close its border with India for the next 14 days following a sharp rise in the country's COVID-19 cases and deaths. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3evb7x9

Somalia violence: Rival units fight amid row over president's term

Pro-government forces are battling rebel soldiers opposed to the president, local media say.

First Case Of Indian COVID-19 Variant Found In Greece: Health Authority

Greece has become the latest European nation to detect a case of the Covid-19 variant that has helped drive an explosion in infections in India, authorities said Sunday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nvmNUZ

Indonesian navy submarine found split into three on sea bed

The shattered hull of the vessel is found on the sea bed off Bali and all 53 crew are confirmed dead.

Man jumps through car window to stop dangerous driver in Albania

A suspect was arrested after breaking through barriers in Tirana's Skanderbeg Square.

Alber Elbaz: Fashion designer dies in Paris aged 59

He worked at some of France's best-known fashion houses and had recently launched his own label.

"Germany Urgently Preparing Support" For Covid-Hit India: Angela Merkel

German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Sunday her government was preparing emergency aid for India as the country struggles to cope with an explosion in coronavirus infections. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3xpH82v

Menstrual leave: South Korea airline ex-CEO fined for refusing time off

Under South Korean law, women can ask for a day off each month if they have painful periods.

UFC 261: Kamaru Usman knocks out Jorge Masvidal to cap incredible night in Jacksonville

Kamaru Usman scores a stunning second-round knockout to finish Jorge Masvidal and retain the undisputed UFC welterweight title.

European Super League: 'A seismic, pivotal week in football - but game not yet over'

BBC sports editor Dan Roan looks back at a 'seismic and pivotal' launch and crash of the European Super League, and what might happen next.

ICYMI: Chinese kite festival and a whale in Italy

Here are a few of the stories you may have missed this week.

82 Dead In Iraq Covid Hospital Fire, 110 Injured

At least 82 people died and 110 were wounded in a Baghdad Covid-19 hospital fire overnight Sunday, the Iraqi interior ministry said in a new toll. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3aEhOf9

Salvage Effort Under Way For Submarine That Sank With 53 Aboard In Bali

The hunt for a missing Indonesian submarine with 53 crew turned into a salvage effort Sunday after recovered debris suggested it broke apart as it sank off the coast of Bali. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3nhH7J2

India Covid: Patients dying without oxygen amid Delhi surge

Delhi hospitals run out of beds and oxygen as families struggle to save their loved ones.

Can Western brands recover from consumer backlash in China?

Some foreign companies are facing a boycott in China - they are not the first and won't be the last.

Covid Vaccine Doses Pass One-Billion Mark As Global Cases Hit New Record

The number of Covid-19 jabs administered globally surpassed the one-billion mark on Saturday, offering hope after months of pandemic misery, even as the number of coronavirus cases worldwide hit a new... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2QZarIb

Iraq Covid hospital fire: At least 23 dead after 'oxygen tank explodes'

Flames across several floors lead to scenes of panic at a hospital in the Iraqi capital.

Deaths climb as India reels from deadly Covid wave

Heart-wrenching images from crematoriums across the country capture the true toll of the virus.

Ghana basks in Twitter’s surprise choice as Africa HQ

Start-ups in the West African nation celebrate as others ponder why their countries were snubbed.

More Than 8,93,000 Coronavius Cases Registered Worldwide: Report

A daily record of more than 893,000 Covid-19 cases has been recorded worldwide, mainly due to a surge of the virus in India, according to an AFP count on Saturday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sNSjhQ

Amid Royal Crisis, Queen Hopeful Things Will Be "Right In End": Report

Queen Elizabeth II, who is no stranger to facing challenges as a reigning monarch, is holding onto the hope that all the tension within the royal family will go away eventually. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3xjlVHj

US Dragon spaceship arrives at International Space Station

SpaceX's Dragon Endeavour spacecraft has docked with the International Space Station.

Recycled Spacex Crew Dragon Brings New Crew To ISS

A recycled SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule with four astronauts docked with the International Space Station early Saturday, the third time Elon Musk's company has safely delivered humans to the orbital... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tIPSyl

Indonesian submarine sank off Bali, navy says

A scan detected the vessel at a depth of 850m, well below the survivable limit, the navy says.

Brazil cuts environment budget despite climate summit pledge

At a climate summit, President Bolsonaro had promised to boost spending and tackle deforestation.

Debris, Believed To Be From Submarine That Went Missing In Bali, Found

Indonesian searchers have recovered debris believed to be from the missing submarine lost in the Bali Sea on Wednesday, the country's military chief said on Saturday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3azkfj2

Iran To Bar Travellers From India Over COVID-19 Variant, Officials Say

Iran said on Saturday that it would bar travellers from India over a COVID-19 variant to avert its spread in the already stricken country. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/32M1mFk

Southeast Asian Leaders Discuss Myanmar Crisis With Junta Chief

Southeast Asian leaders began a crisis meeting on Myanmar on Saturday aiming to persuade Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, who led the military takeover that sparked turmoil in his country, to forge a... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sLyVC3

New And More Potent Strain Of Covid Detected In Sri Lanka: Immunologist

A new coronavirus strain that is airborne and more potent than all those found previously in Sri Lanka has been discovered in the island nation, according to a top immunologist in Colombo. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2QYhBwE

Astronauts Aboard Spacex Capsule Prepare For Docking At ISS

A recycled SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule with four astronauts aboard was speeding on its way to the International Space Station, where the spacecraft is set to dock early Saturday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3xltDkh

US To Work Closely With India On Essential Supplies During Covid Surge

US State Department spokeswoman, Jalina Porter on Friday (local time) during a press briefing reaffirmed that US will work closely with India to facilitate movement of essential supplies during... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tRKzwK

India Covid surge: Hospitals send SOS as record deaths registered

Patients are dying because of a lack of medical oxygen supplies, doctors warn.

Sri Lanka Arrests MP Rishad Bathiudeen, His Brother Over Easter Attacks

Sri Lanka's police Saturday arrested a top Muslim leader and member of parliament in connection with the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks that killed 279 people as pressure to speed up the investigation... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ng71wV

Pressure On Biden To Ship AstraZeneca Vaccine, Medical Supplies To India

The Biden administration has come under intense pressure from lawmakers and eminent Indian-Americans, to ship AstraZeneca, other vaccines and life-saving medical supplies to India, which is witnessing... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3gzRR49

Covid-19: Israel records no daily deaths for the first time in 10 months

The drop in deaths is seen as a promising sign as Israel vaccinates more than 50% of its population.

India Covid crisis: Did election rallies help spread virus?

Did campaigning for state elections in India help coronavirus to spread?

Palestinian election: Leaders face reckoning as rare vote looms

After years without polls, the Palestinian political landscape may be about to change dramatically.

Telegram misogyny: 'They wanted to tie me and my child to a horse'

Abuse victims claim Telegram's moderators need to do more to tackle misogyny and other forms of hate.

Mental health: Trauma, genocide and my invisible illness

The BBC's Victoria Uwonkunda fled Rwanda in 1994 but it took time to recognise the impact it had on her.

It's the Oscars 2021 - but how many people have seen the main films?

This year's Academy Awards take place on Sunday, with a largely low-key crop of contenders.

Week in pictures: 17 - 23 April 2021

A selection of powerful images taken around the world this week.

Tokyo Olympics: The challenges of training in a Covid pandemic

Athletes tell us what it's like training for the world's biggest sporting event during a pandemic.

Japan To Have "Short, Powerful" Emergency To Curb Spread Before Olympics

Japan will declare "short and powerful" states of emergency for Tokyo, Osaka and two other prefectures on Friday as the country struggles to contain a resurgent pandemic just three months ahead of the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3neAlUy

How TikTok, The New "Hit Machine", Chooses Which Songs Go Viral

When Megan Thee Stallion took off her bright orange mask and walked onstage to accept her Grammy on March 14, she fought back tears and thanked God, her mother, and her managers for helping her become... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Pfphdb

US joins race to find stricken Indonesia submarine

Indonesia is trying to rescue 53 crew on board a missing submarine before their oxygen runs out.

Mount Everest: Coronavirus reaches world's tallest peak

The cases are a blow to Nepal, which relies on income from Everest climbs as a source of revenue.

Russia Scrambles Fighter Jet To Accompany US Spy Plane: Report

The Russian military scrambled a MiG-31 fighter jet to escort a U.S. reconnaissance aircraft over the Pacific ocean as it approached the Russian border, the Interfax news agency said on Friday, citing... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3vgToAb

Avoid Travel To India, Pak, Bangladesh, China: US To Citizens Amid Covid

The US has advised its citizens to avoid travelling to India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Afghanistan and the Maldives due to the sudden surge in COVID-19 cases in the region. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/32FczaP

Covid-19: Patients die in India hospital fire amid oxygen crisis

The incident comes as India's hospitals are overwhelmed by a spike in cases and oxygen shortages.

US President Joe Biden to 'propose hiking tax on rich'

The plan would increase US capital gains taxes and the top marginal income tax rate.

Frantic Search On For Missing Indonesian Submarine With 53 On Board

Indonesia's desperate search for a missing submarine and its crew of 53 honed in on a radar contact Friday, with just hours to go before the stricken vessel's oxygen reserves ran out. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3vbSrJr

In UK's "Largest Divorce" Case, Son Ordered To Pay $100 Million To Mom

The son at the center of the U.K.'s largest divorce lost a London court ruling over his role in hiding assets from his mother with a judge calling him "a dishonest individual who will do anything to... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2PkH6aY

Dozens injured in East Jerusalem clashes

Israeli police fire tear gas, trying to keep apart rival groups of Jewish activists and Palestinians.

Three abducted Catholic clergy released in Haiti

But seven others seized earlier in April remain in captivity, with a gang demanding $1m in ransom.

Coronavirus: Tokyo Motor Show cancelled for first time in 67 years

The cancellation comes just three months before the Tokyo Olympics is due to go ahead.

SpaceX To Launch Crewed ISS Flight Today After Losing Day To Bad Weather

SpaceX is set to launch its third crew to the International Space Station early Friday (local time), reusing a rocket and crew capsule in a human mission for the first time. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3narjYI

Indian COVID-19 Variant Found In Belgium: Health Official

The Covid-19 variant contributing to a surge in coronavirus cases in India has been detected in Belgium in a group of Indian students who arrived from Paris, Belgian authorities said Thursday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3vcO3ds

Tesla's Autopilot 'tricked' to operate without driver

A Model Y made multiple trips on a test track without a human in the driver's seat, engineers found.

Australia resists calls for tougher climate targets

The country remains out of step with other major nations by refusing to commit to deeper emissions cuts.

How Long Will You Ignore Climate Crisis: Greta Thunberg To Politicians

Environmental campaigner Greta Thunberg assailed powerful politicians on Thursday for "ignoring" climate change, as she demanded an end to fossil fuel subsidies and implored the current generation of... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tNq7gc

Chernobyl radiation damage 'not passed to children'

A study found no mutations associated with a parent's exposure in the 1986 nuclear accident.

The Indonesian island that could host Elon Musk's new SpaceX site

A remote island could host Elon Musk's new Space X project - but its residents are not impressed.

Africa's week in pictures: 16-22 April 2021

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent.

Afghanistan: Have things improved since the Taliban?

With foreign forces due to leave later this year, what progress have Afghans seen in their lives?

European Super League: Why were there no teams from Germany?

There's growing interest in the German model, where fans hold a controlling stake in the clubs.

Over 1,700 Detained At Rallies In Support Of Kremlin Critic Across Russia

More than 1,700 people were detained by police at rallies in support of jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny in dozens of cities across Russia, an independent monitor reported on Thursday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sBnlt3

WHO Seeks Next Steps In Covid Origins Probe

After an international mission to China turned up more questions than answers about the pandemic origins, the WHO is evaluating how to move forward through a diplomatic quagmire to solve the mystery. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Qe8EiJ

Australia Cancels Deals On China's Belt And Road In "National Interest"

Australia said a decision to cancel two accords between Victoria state and China on the Belt and Road Initiative was taken to ensure consistency in foreign relations and was not aimed at any country. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sDKPOb

European Super League Q&A: Why it failed - and will clubs try again?

BBC Sport looks at what the rise and demise of the European Super League within 48 extraordinary hours means for football.

Big Dog's Backyard Ultra: The toughest, weirdest race you've never heard of

The format might be simple - winning this race is anything but. Big Dog's Backyard Ultra is an unusually punishing challenge.

"De-coupling Wrong Way To Go": German Foreign Minister On China

The European Union needs to engage with China despite many differences instead of opting for a more isolationist approach, Germany said on Wednesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3xhMOeT

Billionaire Sir James Dyson moves residency back to the UK

Sir James faced criticism in 2019 over relocating his company's global headquarters to Singapore.

Johnson & Johnson Shot's Future Depends On 15 Cautious Vaccine Experts

Advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are under pressure to decide whether the U.S. can resume use of Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine, perhaps with some limits, 10 days into... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tEW0ri

US Senators Question Apple And Google On Power To "Suppress" Apps

A panel of U.S. senators questioned officials from Apple Inc and Alphabet Inc's Google on Wednesday about the dominance of their mobile app stores and whether the companies abuse their power at the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3xhFAHN

US Police Under Scrutiny After New Fatal Shooting Of Black Suspect

An African-American father of 10 was shot dead by police during an investigation in North Carolina on Wednesday, local authorities said amid a surge in concern over law enforcement shootings. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2QfkfOA

India Covid: Delhi high court criticises 'ridiculous' oxygen shortage

The court says it is the responsibility of the government to beg borrow or steal to ensure oxygen.

US Shares Details Of Sanctions It's Ready To Lift With Iran

The United States has shared with Iran details of the sanctions it is prepared to lift under a return to a nuclear accord, a senior official said Wednesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3egPqRq

Australia provokes China anger over scrapped deals

Beijing described the move to tear up the Belt and Road deals as "unreasonable and provocative".

Google and Apple attacked on app store 'monopoly'

Republican and Democrat senators criticise Apple and Google for alleged anti-competitive behaviour.

Climate change: Biden summit to push for 'immediate' action

Forty world leaders will be urged to increase their carbon-cutting actions at US virtual summit.

India's second wave: 'We were not prepared'

The Covid-19 pandemic is accelerating in India beyond anywhere else in the world.

Oscars 2021: Why Two Distant Strangers is 'important and necessary'

The Oscar-nominated film tells of a black man forced to relive his killing by a US police officer.

What's gone wrong with Australia's vaccine rollout?

The country has been far slower than others including the UK and the US to immunise its population.

Gerd: Sudan talks tough with Ethiopia over River Nile dam

Sudan seems to have sided with Egypt in its row with Ethiopia over a dam on the River Nile.

Afghan War: Do Americans support Biden pulling out?

As Biden prepares to extract troops, we ask three Americans with personal connections what they think.

Alexei Navalny: Police detain hundreds of protesters across Russia

Thousands of people around Russia have joined unauthorised rallies to protest against the detention of jailed opposition leader Alexei Navalny.

ASMR: Why is it being used more in the music industry?

Why ASMR is becoming more used within the music industry.

Climate Basics: Your carbon footprint explained

BBC Reality Check's Chris Morris explains how changing three aspects of how you live can make the biggest dent to your carbon footprint.

Junta Attacks Displace Nearly 250,000 People In Myanmar: UN Envoy

The Myanmar military junta's crackdown on anti-coup protesters has displaced close to a quarter of a million people, a United Nations rights envoy said Wednesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3gzfw4G

Russian Police Detain Kremlin Critic Aides, Activists Before Protests

Russian police on Wednesday searched the Saint Petersburg offices of jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny and detained his top aide Lyubov Sobol and spokeswoman Kira Yarmysh, his allies said, ahead of... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tPuYhf

Scammers steal $32m from 90-year old Hong Kong woman

They told the victim they were investigating a fraud in China and needed her to transfer her funds.

Chad's President Idriss Déby is one of Africa's longest-serving leaders

Chad's President Idriss Déby spent more than three decades in power and was one of Africa's longest-serving leaders.

TikTok sued for billions over use of children's data

The case is being brought on behalf of millions of children by England's former children's commissioner.

Netflix shares plunge amid fears coronavirus boom is over

Netflix said the pandemic disrupted its production pipeline and has forecast fewer new subscribers.

Black Teen Shot Dead By US Police In Ohio

Police in the US state of Ohio fatally shot a Black teenager who appeared to be lunging at another person with a knife, less than an hour before former officer Derek Chauvin was convicted of murdering... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2QJGxb3

George Floyd: The murder that drove America to the brink

Activists vow their march for racial justice is only just beginning, but not everyone is on board.

Ohio shooting: Columbus police shoot dead black teenage girl

The shooting in Columbus happened as police were responding to an attempted stabbing call, media say.

TikTok Faces Privacy Lawsuit In UK On Behalf of Millions of Children

TikTok faces a London lawsuit filed on behalf of millions of children in the U.K. and Europe over privacy concerns. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tEWspv

April Is "Sikh Awareness Month'' In Illinois: Indian American Congressman

Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has entered a statement into the Congressional record to recognise April as 'Sikh appreciation and awareness month'' in his home state of Illinois. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3n4glUq

China's Xi Jinping To Attend Online Joe Biden Climate Summit

China's President Xi Jinping will attend US President Joe Biden's virtual climate summit this week, Beijing said Wednesday, as the world's top polluting nations seek rare common ground despite wider... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2QneqhM

"Necessary Step On Road To Progress": Barack Obama On Ex-Cop Conviction

Hour after Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all charges in the murder trial of African-American George Floyd, former US President Barack Obama said the jury did the right thing but true justice... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3aow4IL

Is the Australia-NZ travel bubble the way ahead?

Australia and New Zealand have quarantine-free travel, but will other countries follow their lead?

Middle East states dominate list of top executioners in 2020 - Amnesty

Iran, Egypt, Iraq and Saudi Arabia follow China in Amnesty's list of who executes the most people.

"Time To Unite As Americans", Avoid Violence: Joe Biden

President Joe Biden called Tuesday on Americans to unite after the guilty verdict in the racially charged murder by a policeman of a Black man and pleaded for protesters to stay clear of violence. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3grN5WA

Queen Elizabeth Marks 95th Birthday, No Public Celebrations

Britain's Queen Elizabeth, the world's oldest monarch, turns 95 on Wednesday, but there will be no public celebrations of an occasion that comes just days after she bade a sad farewell to her husband... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3dyJhRu

US jury finds Derek Chauvin guilty of all counts

Derek Chauvin knelt on the neck of African-American George Floyd for over nine minutes last May.

India Covid-19 second wave: Shortage of oxygen, beds and even cremation slots

A deadly second wave has overrun hospitals and crematoriums in India.

Coronapas: The passport helping Denmark open up after Covid

Football fans, museums and restaurants are opening up, but Danes will have to show a corona passport.

Navalny's supporters fear Russia's Putin wants him dead

President Putin's leading critic is on hunger strike and ahead of planned street protests they warn he could die.

Idriss Déby: Chad's future rocked by president's battlefield death

In power for 30 years, Idriss Déby's death leaves huge uncertainties at the heart of government.

Oscars 2021: The lowdown on the international feature nominees

The five films cover diverse topics from bullying, a drinking experiment, and the horror of war.

European Super League: What happens next?

BBC Sport looks at the seismic impact of the European Super League announcement and what may happen next.

Facebook creates Clubhouse clone Live Audio Rooms

Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg says the social media platform will introduce audio elements.

New Zealand airport worker tests positive day after bubble opens

Flights with Australia will not be suspended as there appears to be no link to the travel bubble.

Brian Sicknick: US Capitol riot policeman 'died of natural causes'

Officials say Brian Sicknick died after suffering two strokes, a day after being confronted by rioters.

Former US Vice President Walter Mondale Dies At 93

Former US Vice President Walter Mondale, a liberal icon who famously told voters to expect a tax increase should he win the presidency, died Monday, US media reported. He was 93 years old. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sz5keQ

India to start vaccinating all adults over 18 amid surge in infections

Amid a surge in cases, all residents in the country over 18 will be eligible for the Covid jab.

Former US Vice-President Walter Mondale dies aged 93

Jimmy Carter's running mate lost heavily to Ronald Reagan in the 1984 presidential election.

James Charles: YouTube temporarily demonetises beauty influencer

The YouTuber admitted to messaging with 16-year-old boys earlier this month.

Covid in Uttar Pradesh: Coronavirus overwhelms India's most populous state

With a population larger than Brazil, an Indian state struggles to cope as Covid-19 sweeps through it.

"If Biden Wants To Keep Our Country Safe...": Trump's Advice To Successor

Former US President Donald Trump has urged his successor Joe Biden to reinstate the travel ban on certain Muslim countries in order to keep the country safe from "radical Islamic terrorism". from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/32rujpR

6 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Nias Region In Indonesia

An earthquake of magnitude 6 struck in the Nias region in western Indonesia, the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said on Tuesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3eh0Fcz

US Police To Demand Tesla Crash Data, Elon Musk Denies Autopilot Use

Texas police will serve search warrants on Tesla Inc on Tuesday to secure data from a vehicle that crashed on the weekend, killing two people, a senior officer told Reuters on Monday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3xaFukT

Police Officer In US Capitol Riot Died Of Strokes: Chief Medical Examiner

The police officer who died following the attack on the US Capitol by supporters of president Donald Trump in January was killed by two strokes, the Washington city coroner ruled Monday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3go1anH

Cuba Gets New Leader Miguel Diaz-Canel As Last Castro Retires

Cuba marked the end of an era Monday with the official transfer of power from the Castro clan, in charge for six decades, to the communist country's first civilian leader, Miguel Diaz-Canel. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3duA0tI

Germany conservatives: Armin Laschet backed by Merkel party in chancellor race

Armin Laschet looks certain to be the centre-right's choice for chancellor in September's elections.

Drought-hit Taiwan rations water to protect tech

The island has tried everything from cloud seeding to prayer during its worst drought in 56 years.

How a bicycle tripled one woman's income

"You realise what a bicycle can do. It's a catalyst for unlocking so much potential."

'Russia is heading for a catastrophe'

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg travels 2,000 miles east of Moscow to gauge the mood of ordinary Russians.

Redonda: The Caribbean island transformed into an eco haven

After invasive rats and goats were removed from Redonda, the island's wildlife has been thriving.

The Ugandan mum who was once ashamed of her gay son

A support group in Uganda is helping parents come to terms with their children's sexuality.

George Floyd death: Three Americans assess Derek Chauvin trial

A retired police veteran, a Minnesota resident and a black political hopeful share their thoughts.

Oscars 2021: 19 geeky facts from Borat to Boseman

Everything you need to know ahead of the 93rd Academy Awards on Sunday.

Derek Chauvin trial: Key moments from 14 days of testimony

Watch the most critical exchanges from 14 days of testimony at the trial over the death of George Floyd.

Facebook: Our staff can carry on working from home after Covid

The US technology giant tells the BBC that remote working after the pandemic is "the future".

Australia New Zealand bubble: Emotional families reunite as quarantine-free travel begins

The first flight, from Sydney to Auckland, carried thrilled travellers to reunite with loved ones.

Kremlin Critic To Be Transferred To Hospital: Russia's Prison Service

Russia's prison service said Monday that jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, who is currently on hunger strike, would be transferred to a hospital for inmates, but deemed his condition to be... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/32tj7t8

"No Hope Of Good News": Kremlin Critic Ally On His Health

An ally of jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny said on Monday she was braced for bad news on the health of the hunger-striking opposition politician when his lawyers see him again, after they were... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3dsFLrB

India coronavirus: Delhi announces lockdown as Covid cases surge

With record daily spikes all last week, the Indian capital is now the worst-hit city in the country.

Egypt's second deadly rail accident in a month kills 11

Eleven people were killed and 98 injured when four carriages of a train derailed north of Cairo.

Spain dismantles workshop making 3D-printed weapons

The raid in Tenerife unearthed gun parts and manuals on guerrilla warfare, police say,

The best climate solution you've never heard of

Meet the teams who track down and destroy hidden sources of greenhouse gases.

Abba: Why the UK gave the Swedish band 'nul points' at Eurovision

Björn Ulvaeus on the Swedish band's song contest win on British soil, and the future of streaming.

Radical Pakistan Party Releases 11 Police Hostages After Anti-France Protests

Eleven Pakistani police officers seized by supporters of a radical Islamist group as part of their campaign to get the French ambassador expelled have been released, officials said Monday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3mZ3Fy5

Saudi Crown Prince's Latest Economic Plan Comes With Big Risks

Saudi Arabia's latest economic plan comes with a big risk: while it might help boost investment, it could also hit the government's finances. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tuhoj6

Covid Survivors May Need Just One Shot Of 2-Dose Vaccines, Say Studies

Coronavirus vaccines were just rolling out in December when more than 1,000 staffers at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles volunteered for a sweeping study. The goal: pinpoint how immune... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3uZRxQj

Byron Bay: Calls for Netflix boycott over reality show plans

Plans for the reality show featuring "hot Instagrammers" has sparked anger in the coastal community.

Super League: Why are football's biggest clubs starting new tournament?

Europe's biggest football clubs have suffered during the Covid pandemic and seek financial stability.

Pakistan Police And Rangers Taken Hostage In Anti-France Protests

Eight Pakistan police officers and special rangers were being held hostage Sunday by supporters of a radical Islamist party, officials said, after days of violent anti-France protests. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3x5c4oo

More Than Half Of US Adults Have At Least Taken One Vaccine Dose: Report

More than half of US adults have received at least one dose of a Covid-19 vaccine, government data showed on Sunday, as the White House bids to beat a worrying surge in new cases. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ap9m3g

Google Doodle Honours Vera Gendroitch, Russia's First Female War Surgeon

Google celebrates Russian surgeon, professor, poet, and author Dr. Vera Gedroits on her 151st birthday today. Known as Russia's first female military surgeon, Dr. Gedroits was one of the world's first... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ajykBm

South African Variant May "Break Through" Pfizer Vaccine, Says Study

The coronavirus variant discovered in South Africa can break through the protection provided by Pfizer Inc and BioNTech's COVID-19 vaccine to some extent, a real-world data study in Israel found. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3echG7H

China's Ant Group Explores Ways For Jack Ma To Exit: Report

Ant Group is exploring options for founder Jack Ma to divest his stake in the financial technology giant and give up control, according to a source familiar with regulators' thinking and two people... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3gryWc1

Australia opens travel bubble with New Zealand

The world's first major travel bubble set up in the Covid pandemic allows quarantine-free visits.

Time: A love story coloured by incarceration

Garrett Bradley may become the first black director to win an Oscar for her first feature documentary.

How product placements may soon be added to classic films

Getting consumer goods in shot is big business for movies and TV series, and items can now be added digitally.

Covid-19 vaccines: What's happening to unused jabs?

Surplus vaccine doses are piling up in some countries while others say they are not getting enough.

Indianapolis gunman bought rifles despite earlier gun confiscation

Brandon Hole legally bought two rifles despite having had a gun confiscated by police months before.

Salisbury poisoning suspects 'linked to Czech blast'

The Czech Republic expels 18 Russian diplomats after linking the operatives to a 2014 explosion.

5.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Iran, 5 Injured: Report

A 5.9-magnitude earthquake Sunday hit Iran's southwestern Bushehr province, which houses a nuclear power plant, injuring five people but causing no major damage, state media said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3xe0xU3

AstraZeneca Could Have Covid Vaccine Against Variant By End-2021: Report

A modified version of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine tailored to combat a coronavirus variant first documented in South Africa could be ready by the end of 2021, an AstraZeneca official in Austria... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tv9qpU

Putin critic Navalny 'will not be allowed to die in prison'

Russia's ambassador to the UK says opposition leader Alexei Navalny's medical treatment will be "taken care of".

Syria to hold election in May after years of war

The vote is expected to pave the way for President Bashar al-Assad to serve another seven-year term.

Mars helicopter first flight: Nasa to test Ingenuity

Ingenuity is set to be the first rotorcraft to fly on another planet. This is how it'll work.

Plane ditches in ocean during Florida airshow

The World War Two-era aircraft made an emergency landing in shallow water.

Bangladesh Arrests Islamist Hardliners Over Protests Against PM Modi

Hundreds of hardline Islamists have been arrested by Bangladesh police over the past week, officials said Sunday, after deadly protests against the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3v4xFf1

Israel Revokes Outdoor Coronavirus Mask Requirement, Fully Reopens School

Israel rescinded the mandatory wearing of face masks outdoors and fully reopened schools on Sunday in the latest return to relative normality, boosted by a mass-vaccination campaign against the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3mUDk4q

8 Family Members Killed In Shooting At Mosque In Afghanistan

Eight members of the same family were gunned down in an attack on a mosque in eastern Afghanistan, officials said Sunday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3uYeTWv

From Lizards To Water, Environment Concerns Hit Tesla's Germany Plant

In the green forest outside Berlin, a David and Goliath-style battle is playing out between electric carmaker Tesla and environmental campaigners who want to stop its planned "gigafactory". from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3stlbvE

Canada Records Second Case Of Rare Blood Clot After AstraZeneca Shot

Canadian health authorities said Saturday the country has recorded a second case of rare but serious blood clotting linked to AstraZeneca's Covid-19 vaccine, but still recommend the shot for use. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3x3qu8w

China and US pledge climate change commitment

The US and China announced actions to tackle climate change following meetings in Shanghai last week.

UK Warships To Sail For Black Sea Amid Ukraine-Russia Tensions: Report

British warships will sail for the Black Sea in May amid rising tensions between Ukraine and Russia, the Sunday Times newspaper reported, citing senior naval sources. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2OZbQy3

Queen Elizabeth Stands Alone As Husband Prince Philip Is Buried

Queen Elizabeth bade farewell to Prince Philip at a funeral on Saturday that celebrated his seven decades of service and gave grandsons William and Harry the chance to talk in public for the first... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3eaT5QK

Russia Critic Navalny's Situation "Totally Unfair": Joe Biden

US President Joe Biden said Saturday that jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, who doctors have warned faces imminent cardiac arrest due to his hunger strike, was in a "totally unfair" situation. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3dt0eN7

Covid in Brazil: Pandemic meets poverty in growing crisis

The country struggling to contain a Covid-19 surge faces a possible explosion of poverty.

How cancer put me off joining Amazon union

Carla Jonson's story helps explain how Amazon won last week's union vote in Alabama.

India's first 'intimacy coordinator' helps choreograph sex on screen

Aastha Khanna's job is to ensure safety during scenes involving simulated sex, nudity and sexual violence.

JD Vance: Trump whisperer turned Senate hopeful

The author of the bestselling Hillbilly Elegy is being courted by Republicans for a Senate run.

Sindi van Zyl: The 'people's doctor' who revealed her own struggles

South Africans are mourning Dr Sindi van Zyl who helped thousands through her social media work.

Russia Ukraine conflict: Fact-checking Russian TV's Ukraine claims

Misleading videos were aired on Russian TV claiming to show the arrival of US tanks and planes in Ukraine.

Trained Dogs Can Sniff Out Covid +ve Samples With 96% Accuracy: Study

A proof-of-concept investigation published today in the journal PLOS ONE suggests that specially trained detection dogs can sniff out COVID-19-positive samples with 96 per cent accuracy. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/32khzkW

Double-Masking Can Be Potent To Protect People From Covid: Study

A new study by the University of North Carolina Health Care shows that wearing two face coverings can nearly double the effectiveness of filtering out SARS-CoV-2-sized particles, preventing them from... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3v1tznB

Five Dead In Protest At Chinese-Financed Plant In Bangladesh

Azizul Islam, Banshkhali police chief, said about 2,000 protesters threw rocks and bricks at police, who responded with gunfire. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3mTBWim

COVID-19 Deaths Cross A Staggering 3 Million Globally: Report

The number of people who have died from Covid-19 around the world passed three million on Saturday, according to an AFP tally at 0830 GMT, as the number of fatalities continues to rise despite... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Q26aE3

Myanmar's Junta Leader "Confirmed" To Attend Asean Meet: Thai Government

Myanmar's junta leader General Min Aung Hlaing will attend a special meeting of Southeast Asian leaders next week, said a spokesman with Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs Saturday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3uWbibj

3 Astronauts Return From International Space Station

Two Russian cosmonauts and a NASA astronaut touched down Saturday on the steppe of Kazakhstan following a half-year mission on the International Space Station, footage broadcast by the Russian space... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2OWAm2F

Myanmar's Junta Releases 23,000 Prisoners In New Year's Amnesty

The junta is planning to release more than 23,000 prisoners nationwide, an official said Saturday, even as the military continues to detain and issue arrest warrants for anti-coup dissidents. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3adQ3tR

Pompeo, Wife Asked Staff To Make Reservations, Take Care Of Dog: Watchdog

Former US secretary of state Mike Pompeo and his wife violated ethics rules by asking staff to conduct personal errands including walking their dog and making restaurant reservations, a long-awaited... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tq4KBu

Castro Era In Cuba To End As Raul Confirms He's Retiring

Raul Castro confirmed he was handing over the leadership of the all-powerful Cuban Communist Party to a younger generation at its congress that kicked off on Friday, ending six decades of rule by... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3vaNy3F

US, Japan Show United Front On China In Biden's First Summit

The United States and Japan vowed Friday to stand firm together against an assertive China and to step up cooperation on climate change and next-generation technology as President Joe Biden made his... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3gipaJ6

Joe Biden Backs Japanese PM On Holding "Safe And Secure" Olympic Games

US President Joe Biden on Friday gave his backing to Japan's efforts to hold a "safe and secure" Olympic Games this year after talk of cancelation due to the Covid-19 pandemic. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2QdvXZI

Brazil 'needs $10bn to reach zero emissions' says minister

Brazil is also seeking aid from the US in return for protecting the Amazon rainforest.

Queen Elizabeth To Bury Her "Strength And Stay" Prince Philip Today

Queen Elizabeth II bids a final farewell to her late husband, Prince Philip, on Saturday, at a funeral restricted by coronavirus rules but reflecting his long life of military and public service. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/32qt0ra

"Working On Fixing Problem": Twitter Services Down For Thousands Of Users

Twitter Inc said late on Friday that it was working on fixing an access issue after thousands of users reported problems with the platform. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3e7lMy1

Potential Boeing 737 MAX Issue Affects More Of Plane: Report

The potential electrical problem that prompted airlines to remove some 737 MAX planes from service has been found in more areas of the plane than initially known, a report said Friday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3spRtri

Facebook board delays decision about Trump's possible return

Facebook's Oversight Board announced it will instead announce its decision "in the coming weeks".

On the front line in eastern Ukraine

The BBC's Jonah Fisher reports from the front line between soldiers and separatists.

Sputnik V: How Russia's Covid vaccine is dividing Europe

The vaccine has not yet been approved by Europe's medicines agency but orders are piling in.

20 years in Afghanistan: Was it worth it?

The BBC's Frank Gardner asks the awkward question about a war with an astronomical human cost.

India's Kumbh festival attracts big crowds amid devastating second Covid wave

'I left everything to God', says one devotee who attended the festival amid a devastating second wave.

Why IS involvement in Mozambique is exaggerated

The militants claiming of a recent attack got publicity but they may not have actually been behind it.

Nepal fires: 'We saw huge flames coming towards our garden’

This year’s wildfire season in Nepal has been worse than usual with more fires, burning longer.

Hijab regulations: Two women's experience

Nadya and Emna live 12,000 km away from each other but both have been told what they can and can’t wear.

Indian-Origin Mathematician Found Dead, Neighbours Saw Strange Behaviour

The body of a 31-year-old Indian-origin mathematician working with cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence was found floating in the Hudson River in New York, according to a media report which said... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3gfST5q

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: Arsenal forward treated in hospital for malaria

Arsenal forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has been treated in hospital after he contracted malaria while on international duty with Gabon.

Indianapolis mass shooting: Eight dead at FedEx facility

Many people are injured as a gunman opens fire at a FedEx facility before taking his own life.

Mass Shooting At FedEx Unit In Indianapolis, US, Gunman Dead: Police

Multiple people were shot in the city of Indianapolis late Thursday, according to US media, although the severity of their injuries was not immediately clear. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2QuPLaM

"China Poses Biggest Geopolitical Test For US In 21st Century": CIA Chief

China poses the single biggest geopolitical test for the US in the 21st century, CIA Director William Burns has said, stressing that this threat is more serious than those from Russia during the Cold... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2QuOrVm

Titanic: Searching for the 'missing' Chinese survivors

When the Titanic sank, six Chinese men were rescued - but their ordeal didn't end there.

"Need To Do Better Job For Employees": Jeff Bezos In Last Letter As CEO

US tech giant Amazon on Thursday sounded conciliatory notes as the US government considers stricter regulatory measures against America's largest digital platforms. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2OS5YXc

Indian-Americans Welcome New Rules On Overseas Citizens of India Cards

Indian-Americans have welcomed the Indian government's decision to simplify the process of maintaining Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) cards, saying more overseas citizens will now opt for this form... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3x30tGC

US Cop Charged With George Floyd's Murder Decides Not To Testify At Trial

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin said Thursday that he would not testify at his murder trial for the death of George Floyd, as a policewoman facing charges for the killing of another... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ge6fyZ

"Sikhs Share Sense Of Selfless Service": US Senator's Praise On Vaishakhi

Noting that Sikhs share a strong sense of community, family, and selfless service, a senior US Senator has greeted members of community from across the world as two important celebrations are taking... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2QuTplf

"Pakistan Aided Taliban, Played On Both Sides In Afghanistan": US Senator

Pakistan has played on both sides of the field in Afghanistan, contributing to the Taliban's success, a senior US senator has reminded his colleagues, a day after Washington announced plans to... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3afw7Xg

China's economy grows 18.3% in post-Covid comeback

The record figures for the first quarter of the year are skewed due to last year's nationwide lockdown

China GDP Grows Record 18.3% In First Quarter In Coronavirus Rebound

China reported Friday record economic growth of 18.3 percent in the first three months of the year, in a sharp turnaround from its historic contraction due to the Covid-19 outbreak a year ago. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tpzTF5

Buckingham Palace Reveals List Of 30 Guests For Prince Philip's Funeral

Britain's coronavirus restrictions forced Queen Elizabeth II to limit attendance to just 30 guests at Saturday's funeral of her husband Prince Philip. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sltr0D

Pfizer Boss: Vaccine 3rd Dose "Likely" In 12 Months

The head of Pfizer said in an interview aired Thursday that people will "likely" need a third dose of his company's Covid-19 vaccine within a year of being fully vaccinated. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3eczAYa

William, Harry Won't Be Shoulder-To-Shoulder At Prince Philip Funeral

British royals William and Harry will not walk side by side in the procession at this weekend's funeral of Queen Elizabeth II's husband Prince Philip, Buckingham Palace revealed Thursday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/32l3FyU

Sputnik V Deliveries To India To Begin In April: Envoy

Indian Ambassador to Russia, Bala Venkatesh Varma on Thursday said that the first batch of Russia's COVID-19 vaccine Sputnik V will be delivered to India in April. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3v7u9AD

Chile sees Covid surge despite vaccination success

The country's vaccination rollout is one of the fastest in the world, so why are Covid cases surging?

Jimmy Lai: The Hong Kong billionaire risking it all by speaking out

Opposition newspaper owner Jimmy Lai was arrested under Hong Kong's new national security law.

India's desperate Covid-19 patients turn to black market for drugs

Amid a punishing third wave, people across India are finding drugs, oxygen and beds in short supply.

How sex surrogates are helping injured Israeli soldiers

Therapy with surrogate sexual partners is used in Israel to rehabilitate badly injured soldiers.

How George Floyd's death changed a small Iowa town

Issues of race were rarely discussed in Decorah, until a death 160 miles away changed everything.

Why Aboriginal people are still dying in police custody

Australia holds a dismal record on indigenous deaths in custody despite decades of calls for change.

Mystery tree beast turns out to be croissant

Polish animal welfare officers responding to a call discover the creature is in fact a pastry.

Xi Jinping To Join French-German Virtual Climate Summit: Report

Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend a climate change leaders summit video conference on April 16 with France and Germany, said China's foreign ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying, according to a... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3wQjYlo

Why Australia is in hysterics over a 'navy twerking' dance

Dancers in hotpants at a military event have sparked a heated debate about women, sex and power.

"We're Running Out Of Sperm": Swedish Clinic Search For Donors

Sweden is facing an acute shortage of sperm for assisted pregnancy as would-be donors avoid hospitals during the coronavirus pandemic, halting inseminations in large parts of the healthcare system and... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3abSc9n

Downton Abbey-Style Home And Other Wishes Of The Rich In Pandemic Era

Space is the No. 1 priority for real estate hunters in the pandemic era at every level of the market. But for the rich, that means far more than just another bedroom. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3slJbAT

Harvard Grads Opened The Door To World's Biggest SPAC Deal

A few years after launching Grab Holdings Inc. in 2012, Anthony Tan got a piece of advice from Jack Ma. The co-founder of Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. told the entrepreneur that life is a tsunami. When... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/32elsbh

Myanmar Security Forces Open Fire On Protesting Medical Workers: Report

Myanmar security forces opened fire on Thursday on a pro-democracy protest by medical workers in the city of Mandalay, and during more shooting in a nearby area one man was killed and several were... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tloF4E

US Envoy John Kerry Starts Climate Talks In China

US climate envoy John Kerry met with his Chinese counterparts in Shanghai on Thursday, in the first visit to China by an official from a Biden administration seeking to re-establish America's... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3wWcygz

Instagram fixes ‘mistake’ promoting harmful diet content

Some users said they were offered "appetite suppressants" and "fasting" by the search feature.

Psilocybin: Magic mushroom compound 'promising' for depression

A study of 59 people compared the drug with a conventional antidepressant.

South Africa Pauses Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Use Over Blood Clot Risks

South Africa has joined the US in suspending its rollout of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, following reports that six women who received the immunisation doses had developed unusual blood... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3gaZL3S

US Congressman's Resolution To Recognise Significance Of "Baisakhi"

A US Congressman has introduced a resolution in the House of Representatives to recognise the significance of ''vaisakhi'' and those who celebrate it. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3txnuPq

US poised to sanction Russia for cyber-attacks

The Biden administration may place sanctions on more than 30 Russian entities as soon as Thursday.

"China Increasingly Becoming Near-Peer Competitor": Top US Intel Officer

China is increasingly becoming a near-peer competitor of the US, posing challenges in multiple domains, while pushing to revise global norms in ways that favour the authoritarian Chinese system, a top... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Q7Aw7Q

Johnson & Johnson Covid Vaccine Pause Continues After Experts Defer Vote

A pause on all US vaccinations with the Johnson & Johnson Covid shot will continue for at least another week after members of a government-convened expert panel said Wednesday they needed more time to... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3g6jAcG

Ponzi Scheme Mastermind, Sentenced To 150 Years, Dies In US Prison

Bernard L. Madoff, who died April 14 at 82, was the mastermind of perhaps the largest Ponzi scheme in history, a reviled symbol of Wall Street greed and, once, one of the most sought-after... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3g9d3xJ

India, Pak, Russia Have Stake In Stable Future Of Afghanistan: Joe Biden

US President Joe Biden has said India, Pakistan, Russia, China, and Turkey have a significant stake in the stable future of Afghanistan and these regional stakeholders should do more to bring peace in... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3e9MyWC

India coronavirus second wave: ‘A Covid tsunami we had never seen before’

India's cases plummeted earlier this year, but are now on the rise again. What happened?

St Vincent volcano: UN warns humanitarian crisis will last months

Thousands have fled their homes on the island of St Vincent as a volcano continues to erupt.

Afghanistan: 'We have won the war, America has lost', say Taliban

A BBC team meets the Taliban, a group that clearly sees itself as Afghanistan's government-in-waiting.

Why are so many babies dying of Covid-19 in Brazil?

As the pandemic rages in Brazil, hundreds of babies and young children are dying of Covid.

Why Russia may not be planning invasion Ukraine fears

President Biden's proposal for a summit with Russia's leader means the risk of an escalation has faded.

Is Alibaba's fate a warning to China’s tech giants?

Alibaba’s run-in with Chinese regulators has made things tense for its other technology giants.

UAE Partners With Japan To Send Rover To Moon In 2022

Japanese space company iSpace will transport a United Arab emirates rover to the moon in 2022, the company announced on Wednesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tgN1MJ

Satellite Images Capture Explosive Volcano On Caribbean Island

The ongoing explosion of the La Soufriere volcano has left the entire island of St Vincent covered in a layer of smoke. The eruption has caused a heavy cloud of ash to cover vegetation and buildings... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3shSYHS

South Korea Aims To Move World Court Over Japan's Fukushima Decision

South Korean President Moon Jae-in ordered officials to explore moving an international court over Japan's decision to release water from its Fukushima nuclear plant, his spokesman said, amid protests... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2QkKWky

Protection From Our COVID-19 Vaccine Still Strong Six Months On: Moderna

Moderna Inc said on Tuesday that its COVID-19 vaccine still showed strong protection against the illness six months after people received their second shot. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2PUrpaO

Report On Capitol Hill Riot Criticises Police Preparation, Response

Capitol Police had more intelligence than was previously known ahead of the January 6 riot at Congress but were instructed not to use their most aggressive tactics to repel the mob, a report cited... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3e4uVam

Millions Of Women Face Restrictions On Their Body: UN Report

Nearly half the women in 57 countries around the world face restrictions on what they can do with their bodies, such as have sex, use contraception or seek health care, the UN said in a report... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3sgbelg

Queen Returns To Royal Duties 4 Days After Husband's Death: Report

Britain's Queen Elizabeth returned to royal duties on Tuesday, four days after the death of her husband, Prince Philip, in an event to mark the retirement of her household's most senior official, PA... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3uPF2Xy

Afghans face pivotal moment as US prepares to 'close the book'

Could the US decision to pull its troops from Afghanistan by 11 September lead to civil war?

J&J Pause Over Blood-Clots To Educate Doctors, Study Cases: US Regulator

U.S. health officials urged a pause on the use of Johnson & Johnson's Covid-19 vaccine due to dangerous blood-clotting to give them time to educate doctors on how to treat the exceedingly rare... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/32abAzd

Neighbours: Actress Sharon Johal also alleges racism on soap

Sharon Johal says she faced taunts and mockery of her Indian background from other castmates.

TikTok Founder, 38, Is Among World's Richest With $60 Billion Fortune

Just last year, the world's most valuable startup, ByteDance Ltd., was being squeezed from all sides. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3geNThv

NZ to launch world-first climate change rules

New Zealand is bringing in a law to force its financial firms to report on climate-related risks.

Joe Biden Greets People Celebrating Navratri, Other Festivals

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday extended greeting to the South Asian and Southeast Asian communities, celebrating festivals like Vaisakhi, Navratri, and Songkran. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/32d24vi

Grab set for $40bn valuation in US share listing

The Singapore-based firm started as a ride-hailing company and has since expanded.

Egypt "Seizes" Suez Megaship, Demands Nearly $1 Billion Compensation

The megaship which blocked Egypt's Suez Canal and crippled world trade for nearly a week has been "seized" on court orders until the vessel's owners pay $900 million, canal authorities said Tuesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3mIQ8uq

Covid-19 Patients With Sedentary Habits More Likely To Die: Study

Among covid patients, a lack of exercise is linked to more severe symptoms and a higher risk of death, according to a study covering nearly 50,000 people who were infected with the virus. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3wMt5Ua

Pfizer Says It Can Deliver 10% More Covid Vaccines By End Of May

Pfizer has "ramped up production" of its Covid-19 vaccine and can deliver 10 percent more doses than expected to the United States by the end of May, its CEO Albert Bourla said on Tuesday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3mJSWri

US seeks China climate agreements ahead of Biden summit

US envoy John Kerry will hold talks in Shanghai ahead of a climate summit hosted by President Biden.

Iran nuclear deal: Shadow of sabotage hangs over critical talks

An attack on Iran's key nuclear site has just complicated efforts to save the frayed accord.

Covid: 'Israel may be reaching herd immunity'

A leading doctor describes it as the "only explanation" for cases falling as restrictions are eased.

Why $30m didn't protect Nigerian pupils after Chibok

The 2014 student abductions led to a plan backed by the UK but little has come of it seven years on.

Why 'stay-at-home parent' is a job title

LinkedIn now gives parents a way to reflect a career gap. Can it help the return-to-work challenge?

The student loan bubble 'is going to burst'

Cancelling student debt was once a fringe idea in the US, but it's become increasingly mainstream.

Biggest Volcano Explosion Yet Hits Tiny Caribbean Island

Hot flows of ash, rock fragments and gas tore down the flanks of the La Soufriere volcano on the tiny Caribbean island of Saint Vincent on Monday after its most powerful explosion yet, four days after... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2Rl7phF

Watch: Mary Millben, US Singer Greets Indians, Recites Sanskrit Shlokas

India is celebrating Gudi Padwa, Ugadi and a host of other auspucious New Years today. On the happy occasion, popular American singer Mary Millben greeted the Indians by reciting Sanskrit shlokas.... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3g0Hsym

Taiwan: 'Record number' of China jets enter airspace

Beijing sends 25 military aircraft into Taiwan as the US warns against an 'increasingly aggressive' China.

World's 8 Richest Now Worth $1 Trillion, Added $110 Billion This Year

The rally in tech shares has taken the number of people with fortunes of more than $100 billion to eight. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3wThaDY

Fukushima: Japan approves releasing wastewater into ocean

Most experts say it's a normal and safe practice but environmentalists and locals are not happy.

Gruppe S: German far-right group on trial for 'terror plot'

The 12 men are accused of planning attacks on migrants, Muslims and politicians in Germany.

Sputnik V: What we know about India's Covid-19 vaccines

Russia's Sputnik V is deemed to be safe and works in a way similar to the Oxford-AstraZeneca jab.

World's wealthiest 'at heart of climate problem'

The so-called “polluter elite” must change their lifestyles to tackle climate change, a report says.

Release Of Fukushima Water "Extremely Irresponsible": China

China on Tuesday hit out at Japan's plan to release more than one million tonnes of treated water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the ocean. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3g5kg1T

Auction Houses Sotheby's, Phillips Latest To Join NFT Craze

Sotheby's and Phillips launched so-called NFT auctions on Monday, a month after Christie's sold a digital artwork for $69.3 million, as traditional auction houses seek to capitalize on the craze... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3a5tc3z

George Floyd death: The prosecution's case against Derek Chauvin

Over 11 days of testimony, we heard from eyewitnesses, fellow police officers and medical experts.

G7 Urges Russia To Stop "Provocations", De-Escalate On Ukraine

The Group of Seven leading economic powers on Monday called on Russia to stop its "provocations" and "de-escalate tensions" following its troop build-up on the border with Ukraine. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/326sZc5

Ireland To Limit AstraZeneca Covid Shot To Over-60s

Ireland's vaccine taskforce on Monday recommended the AstraZeneca coronavirus jab be limited to those aged over 60, following European reviews of evidence linking the shot to rare blood clotting... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3scCukC

Massive Fire At Russia's Historic Saint Petersburg Factory Still Burning

A spectacular fire gutted a historic factory in Russia's second city Saint Petersburg on Monday, sending clouds of black smoke over the former imperial capital. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3g9hkBk

UK Covid Variant Not Linked To More Serious Infections: Study

The English variant of the novel coronavirus does not increase the severity of Covid-19 compared to other strains, according to research published Tuesday that also confirmed its increased... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3uHj7BN

Approved Plan To Release Treated Fukushima Water Into Sea: Japan PM

Japan's government on Tuesday approved a plan to release more than one million tonnes of treated water from the stricken Fukushima nuclear plant into the ocean, in a controversial decision that... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tfndk7

Saving the kelp forest that stars in My Octopus Teacher

The makers of the Bafta-winning documentary want to preserve the underwater ecosystem it features.

Iran and Israel's shadow war takes a dangerous turn

The Middle East foes are engaged in brinkmanship on several fronts.

Myanmar coup: The people shot dead since the protests began

Hundreds have been killed since February. Now, their families are telling their stories.

Somaliland and Taiwan: Two territories with few friends but each other

Taiwan and Somaliland are basically fully functioning territories but neither is recognised internationally.

The exchange project uniting young Americans during the pandemic

Teenagers from across the US are coming together to discuss their vastly differing backgrounds.

Covid accelerates India's millionaire exodus

As Covid cases surge, India's wealthy lead global enquiries for citizenship and residency abroad.

The anti-vax movement targeting German children

An anti-lockdown, anti-vaccine movement with ties to the far right has recruited hundreds of children.

Prince Harry Arrives Back In The UK For Prince Philip Funeral

Prince Harry, whose explosive interview alongside his wife Meghan plunged the royal family into its biggest crisis in decades, has arrived back in Britain for Prince Philip's funeral on Saturday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3dRSvaw

Bangladesh To Shut Offices, Transport For 8 Days As Covid Cases Surge

Bangladesh authorities on Monday ordered an eight-day closure of all offices and international and domestic transport, as coronavirus cases hit a new high. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3g41l7Q

Iran vows revenge for 'Israeli' attack on Natanz nuclear site

Iran's foreign ministry blames Israel for Sunday's incident at the Natanz uranium enrichment plant.

Iran Blames Israel For Nuclear Site Incident, Vows "Revenge": Report

Iran blames its regional arch-foe Israel for Sunday's incident at the Natanz nuclear site and will take its revenge, state TV quoted Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif as saying on Monday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3279znm

Elon Musk Tweaks Twitter Bio To Add This Curious Designation

Tech billionaire Elon Musk knows how to get social media's attention. And now, Mr Musk has changed his bio on the social media platform to add, "Imperator of Mars" to it. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3fZy8uF

Protests near Minneapolis after black man shot dead by police

Police fire tear gas at demonstrators after a black man was fatally shot during a traffic stop.

Prince Philip: The Vanuatu tribes mourning the death of their 'god'

As Britain grieves his death, so do some Pacific tribespeople who revere him as a spiritual figure.

Haridwar: Crowds surging at India's Kumbh Mela amid deadly Covid wave

Tens of thousands are participating in Kumbh Mela even as India records its highest-ever Covid spike.

Clashes In Minneapolis After US Cop Shoots 20-Year-Old Black Man

Protests broke out Sunday night after US police fatally shot a young Black man in a suburb of Minneapolis -- where a former police officer is currently on trial for the murder of George Floyd. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3mDT9vY

China's Sinovac Cuts Risk Of Symptomatic Covid But 50% Effective: Study

Sinovac Biotech Ltd.'s coronavirus vaccine cut in half the risk of developing symptomatic Covid-19 in a key Brazilian study, suggesting two doses of the shot is less potent than some other... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3d5VAV8

Guillermo Lasso: Conservative ex-banker elected Ecuador president

Guillermo Lasso, 65, has vowed to attract foreign investment and break away from leftist policies.

"Gratitude": Alibaba's Odd Response To China's Record Anti-Trust Fine

After China imposed a record antitrust fine on Alibaba Group Holding Ltd., the e-commerce giant did an unusual thing: It thanked regulators. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3wN4C0W

Iran Blames "Nuclear Terrorism" For Incident At Natanz Enrichment Site

Iran's top atomic official said an incident at the country's largest uranium enrichment facility was an act of "nuclear terrorism" by opponents of talks between the Islamic Republic and world powers... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3g2havz

St Vincent volcano: Eruptions likely in coming days, experts warn

The Caribbean island of St Vincent has been blanketed in ash after the La Soufrière volcano erupted.

Chinese official says local vaccines 'don't have high protection rates'

However he later appeared to backtrack, saying his comments were a "complete misunderstanding".

China Considers Mixing COVID-19 Vaccines To Boost Protection Rate

China's top disease control official has said the country is formally considering mixing COVID-19 vaccines as a way of further boosting vaccine efficacy. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3mBL631

Apple Agrees To Testify Before US Senate On App Store Antitrust Concerns

A senior Apple Inc executive has agreed to testify before the U.S. Senate on competition issues related to mobile app stores, days after panel leaders criticized the company for refusing to appear. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3dRoKGQ

Alibaba accepts record China fine and vows to change

China's regulators slapped a $2.8bn fine on the e-commerce giant over monopoly concerns

Lower Entry Barriers After Record Antitrust Fine: Alibaba As Shares Rally

Alibaba Group CEO Daniel Zhang said on Monday he does not expect any material impact from the change of exclusivity arrangement imposed by China's regulators, after an anti-trust probe found the firm... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3g8PlSx

Yuri Gagarin: Sixty years since the first man went into space

The BBC speaks to the woman who, as a child, witnessed Yuri Gagarin's return to Earth 60 years ago.

Camille Pissarro: Transatlantic struggle for painting stolen by Nazis

A Pissarro painting is the focus of a custody battle involving a Holocaust survivor and a US museum.

Why India's forest fires are worrying scientists

Activists say authorities in India and Nepal seem underprepared to fight forest fires.

Being mixed race like Kamala Harris: 'I feel just as Indian as I feel black'

Three women who share Kamala Harris' mixed parentage open up about balancing the two sides of their lives.

US soldier faces guns and pepper spray in traffic stop

A black army lieutenant is suing police after he was pulled over by two officers in Virginia.

Queen Elizabeth Says Prince Philip's Death Left "Huge Void In Her Life"

Queen Elizabeth II has described feeling a "huge void in her life" following the death of her husband Prince Philip, their son Prince Andrew said on Sunday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3tb7T87

Jordan King, Prince Make First Joint Appearance Since "Plot" Crisis

Jordan's King Abdullah appeared in public Sunday alongside Prince Hamzah, state TV showed, their first joint public appearance since a palace crisis implicating the prince rocked the kingdom. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3wNQiFG

UAE Selects First Arab Woman For Space Programme

The United Arab Emirates has selected the first Arab woman to train as an astronaut, as the Gulf country rapidly expands into the space sector to diversify its economy. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3fXK3ck

St Vincent volcano: Power cuts after another 'explosive event'

Monitors report another "explosive event" at a volcano on the now ash-covered Caribbean island of St Vincent.

Benin elections: The fight for a democratic future

Several opposition leaders are barred from Sunday's poll in a country once seen as a model for Africa.

Cyclone Seroja: Western Australia braces as category two storm nears

Officials warn of a threat to lives as the tropical storm approaches Western Australia.

Serpent star Tahar Rahim on Bafta awards nomination

Tahar Rahim has been nominated for his part in The Mauritanian.

How Prince Philip's death was reported worldwide

Media outlets around the globe break the news of the Duke of Edinburgh's death, aged 99.

"Accident" At Iran Nuclear Facility A Day After New Deal Breach: Official

An "accident" took place at an Iranian nuclear facility on Sunday but caused no casualties or damage, the Fars news agency reported, citing the spokesman of Iran's nuclear agency. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/326rf2g

China mine rescue: Crews race to free trapped workers in Xinjiang

Twenty-one people are trapped underground after a coal mine flooded in the Xinjiang region.

China Mulls Mixing Different Covid Vaccines To Improve Efficacy Of Jabs

China is considering the mixing of different Covid-19 vaccines to improve the relatively low efficacy of its existing options, a top health expert has told a conference. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3a4bcGC

US Dials Down Tension Over Warship Passage Through India's Exclusive Zone

The United States has sought to dial down differences with India on the passage of a US warship through India's Exclusive Economic Zone in the Arabian Sea, which had taken place without New Delhi's... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3mAwO2B

Covid-19: India vaccination crosses 100 million doses

The world's biggest inoculation drive aims to cover 250 million people by July.

Egypt Unveils 3,000-Year-Old "Lost" City Near Luxor

Archaeologists Saturday showed off their finds at what they say is the "largest" ancient city ever found in Egypt, dating to a golden age of the pharaohs 3,000 years ago. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3t7HcRX

Irish Prime Minister Warns Against Return To Violence In Northern Ireland

Irish prime minister Micheal Martin warned against a "spiral back" into sectarian conflict in Northern Ireland on Saturday, as a week-long streak of riots raised fears for the future of a fragile... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3a1nP5p

21 Miners Trapped After Coal Mine Accident In China: Report

Eight miners have been rescued and 21 remain trapped in a coal mine that flooded in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, state-backed newspaper China Daily reported on Sunday citing... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2PLm2e0

Police Fine 100 At Underground Paris Restaurant For Flouting Covid Norms

Paris police said Saturday they had fined over 100 diners at an underground restaurant flouting coronavirus restrictions and arrested its organiser, after a week of allegations that ministers attended... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3g0frqt

NASA Delays Mars Helicopter Flight For Tech Check

NASA has delayed by at least several days the first flight of its mini-helicopter on Mars after a possible tech issue emerged while testing its rotors, the US space agency said Saturday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3uL6CFn

Ecuador picks president under the shadow of Covid

The young left-wing candidate Andrés Arauz faces pro-market former banker Guillermo Lasso.

Moscow's palatial Yeliseyevsky food hall closes after 120 years

The iconic supermarket on Tverskaya Street in central Moscow first opened its doors 120 years ago.

Ghana's farmers eye sweet success from chocolate

Ghana is the world's second largest cocoa producer but sees little of the profits from chocolate - for now.

Saving green turtles... by cooling their eggs

Warmer sand temperatures from climate change are leading to way more females being hatched than males.

Watch: Gun Salutes Fired Across UK In Tribute To Prince Philip

Gun salutes echoed around the United Kingdom on Saturday as the military paid solemn tribute to Queen Elizabeth II's husband, Prince Philip, after his death aged 99. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3scU7kk

Alibaba: Chinese regulator slaps huge fine on tech giant

The e-commerce company Alibaba Group is fined $2.75bn for violating anti-monopoly rules.

US Approaching China From Position Of Patience, Not In Hurry: White House

The Biden administration is approaching China from the position of patience and is not in a hurry, the White House has said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3fYsAjT

Gun Salutes, Silence To Mark Prince Philip's Death

Military guns will be fired across Britain and sporting events will fall silent on Saturday as part of worldwide tributes to mark the death of Queen Elizabeth II's husband, Prince Philip. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3uF6Aid

China's COVID-19 Vaccine Output To Hit 3 Billion By Year-End: Official

China's will likely have produced 3 billion doses of COVID-19 vaccines by the end of the year, a National Health Commission official said on Saturday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3wMZQ3Q

India, Japan To Hold Meet Amid Chinese Aggression In Indo-Pacific: Report

India and Japan are planning to hold a "2+2" format meeting of foreign and defence ministers in Tokyo later this month, Japanese media reported. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3ahu715

Iran Starts Up Advanced Centrifuges In New Nuclear Deal Breach

Iran announced Saturday it has started up advanced centrifuges that enrich uranium more quickly, in a new breach of its undertakings under a troubled 2015 nuclear agreement. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3dUL3ew

6.0-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Indonesia Coast: US Agency

A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Indonesia's Java island Saturday, the United States Geological Survey said. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3uHFiYi

Prince Philip: Biden, Ardern and other world leaders pay tribute to Duke of Edinburgh

Joe Biden called the duke "a heck of a guy", while Jacinda Ardern highlighted his awards scheme.

Brazil's Bolsonaro Blames "Judicial Activism" For Covid Probe

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro said Friday he was the victim of "judicial activism" after a Supreme Court judge ordered the Senate to launch an inquiry into his government's handling of the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2PUJe9r

Judge Hands Amazon A Setback In New York Lawsuit Over COVID-19 Shortfalls

A federal judge on Friday ruled against Amazon.com Inc as the company defends against New York Attorney General Letitia James' lawsuit claiming it prioritized profit over worker safety during the... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3d3jtfS

All-Civilian Spaceflight Crew Ready With Tickets, Training

Several hundred people have already booked their tickets and begun training for a spectacular voyage: a few minutes, or perhaps days, in the weightlessness of space. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3a1koLZ

Coronavirus: WHO chief criticises 'shocking' global vaccine divide

Supply deals between wealthy nations risk worsening vaccine inequality, the health body says.

US Congress To Probe Trump Ally Over Sex-Trafficking Allegations

A US congressional ethics panel said Friday it has opened an investigation into the actions of Matt Gaetz, a Republican lawmaker who faces allegations of sex trafficking and having sex with a minor. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/3dTZDTs

Prince Philip A "Heck Of A Guy": Biden

US President Joe Biden paid tribute to the late Prince Philip on Friday as a "heck of guy" who "never slowed down" over his long life. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/39YhEzc

Volcano Spews Ash, Hot Gravel On Caribbean Island Of St Vincent. Video