Afghanistan: General says Taliban gains threaten global security
An Afghan general warns of devastating consequences if the Taliban win their fight against government forces. BBC News Now retrieving
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Covid vaccine inequity ‘completely unacceptable and unethical’
A panel convened by the World Health Organization to look at what lessons could be learnt from the Covid pandemic
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Finance firms plan to close coal plants in Asia
“By purchasing a coal-fired power plant with, say, 50 years of operational life ahead of it and shutting it down
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Tokyo Olympics: Chinese nationalists turn on their athletes
To ultra-nationalists online, losing an Olympic medal is being “unpatriotic”, experts say. BBC News Now retrieving an image set. Water
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Covid-19: The mystery of rising infections in India’s Kerala
So the state appears to be testing widely, reporting cases honestly, vaccinating quickly and ensuring that hospitals are not overwhelmed.
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Tokyo Olympics: India rejoices at women’s hockey team’s semi-final spot
Kaur’s name will show on the score-sheet, but Punia starred in the match in equal measure. Her fantastic saves were
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Belarus Olympian safe in Tokyo hotel after refusing 'forced' flight home
Krystsina Tsimanouskay alleges she was almost forced onto a plane home after criticising her coaches. BBC News Now retrieving an
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How South Korea's migrant wives are breaking the glass ceiling
Many arrived not knowing the language, but are now carving out a significant place in society. BBC News Now retrieving
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Sky News Australia barred for week by YouTube over Covid misinformation
In an article on the Sky News Australia website, digital editor Jack Houghton said that if conversation about Australia’s Covid-19
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India reptile park struggles to survive amid Covid
Founded in 1972 in India’s Chennai city, the Guindy Snake Park is home to some of the most unique reptiles
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China nuclear: Taishan reactor shut down over damaged fuel rods
The operator says the EPR reactor at Taishan in China is “under control” despite fuel rod concerns. BBC News Now
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'Liberate Hong Kong': The slogan that will land you in jail
An eight-character phrase popularised during the protests has landed one man in jail for nine years. BBC News Now retrieving
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Hong Kong man sentenced to nine years jail in landmark ruling
Tong Ying-kit rode a motorbike into police officers while flying a “liberate Hong Kong” flag. BBC News Now retrieving an
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Didi: Chinese ride-hailing giant denies plans to go private
Its shares surged by almost 50% in pre-market trade after a report that it planned to go private. BBC News
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Covid and a coup: The double crisis pushing Myanmar to the brink
Myanmar has so far reported more than 280,000 cases and 8,200 deaths. But the case numbers are thought to be
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Olympics: The hidden sight of Tokyo's homeless
For many among Tokyo’s homeless community the Olympics are far from a cause for celebration. BBC News Now retrieving an
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Afghanistan Taliban: Flash flooding kills dozens in remote province
At least 60 people die and many are missing in a remote area controlled by Islamist militants. BBC News Now
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Anger as Covid-ravaged Malaysia lifts pandemic measures
It comes as hospitals are overwhelmed, with pictures showing patients sharing oxygen cylinders. BBC News Now retrieving an image set.
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Kris Wu: Why a superstar sparked China’s sexual consent debate
Mr Wu has denied plying her with alcohol, and also rejected other allegations that he had enticed girls to have
Read moreIndians turn to crowdfunding to pay Covid bills
More and more Indians are asking strangers to help them pay off crushing medical debt. BBC News Now retrieving an
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