SportGeorge Floyd death: Violence erupts on sixth day of protests

Protests continue in cities across the US sparked by the death of George Floyd at the hands of police.

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SportGeorge Floyd, the man whose death sparked US unrest

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

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SportGeorge Floyd death: Why do some protests turn violent?

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

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SportAntifa: Trump says group will be designated 'terrorist organisation'

The president has blamed the anti-fascist group for riots stemming from George Floyd protests.

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SportGeorge Floyd death: Lawyer calls it 'premeditated murder'

Police struggle to stem arson, damage and looting following the death of a black man in custody.

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SportGeorge Floyd: What happened in the final moments of his life

A timeline of events leading up to George Floyd's death has been revealed by authorities.

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SportSpaceX Nasa Mission: Astronaut capsule set to dock with space station

US astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken are closing in for a Sunday rendezvous with the ISS.

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SportGeorge Floyd death: US cities order curfews amid widespread clashes

Police struggle to stem the violence as protesters take to the streets over the death of George Floyd.

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SportGeorge Floyd: ‘As a black American I am terrified’

After the death of George Floyd, young African-Americans in Minneapolis say they are scared for their safety.

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SportTrump delays 'outdated' G7 leaders' summit

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

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SportGeorge Floyd death: Violence breaks out amid US protests

Images from street protests across the US on Saturday following the death of black man George Floyd.

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SportMy Money: 'Our alternative quarantine holiday'

Alyssa Hulme from Utah in the US takes us through her weekly spending during the coronavirus pandemic.

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SportCoronavirus: Biden and Trump face off over China

The US president and his likely election rival have been sparring over China and the coronavirus.

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SportGeorge Floyd death: Minnesota governor decries violent protests

Minnesota fully mobilises the National Guard as it and other US cities prepare for more unrest.

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SportGeorge Floyd death: Rapper Killer Mike's plea to protesters in Atlanta

Rapper Killer Mike delivers an impassioned plea to protesters in Atlanta, after clashes over the killing of George Floyd.

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SportCoronavirus: Backlash after Trump signals US exit from WHO

The president is urged to reconsider, after accusing the health body of being a "puppet of China".

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SportMicrosoft 'to replace journalists with robots'

Dozens working on the MSN site look set to be replaced by AI, media reports say.

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SportGeorge Floyd death: Clashes across US as protesters demand justice

Crowds rally at the White House among other places over the death in police custody of George Floyd.

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Sport90-year-old woman tries to help grandson during arrest

Bodycam footage shows a woman, dressed in a nightgown, seem to fall onto her grandson during the incident.

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SportKylie Jenner: Forbes drops celebrity from billionaire list

The magazine says the Kardashian family misled the press about the value of Jenner's makeup business.

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SportSpaceX launch: Nasa astronauts set for second try

SpaceX will need to beat the weather to get Nasa astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken into orbit.

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SportCoronavirus: Trump terminates US relationship with WHO

The president accuses the UN health agency of "failing" over its handling of the Covid-19 pandemic.

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SportTrump targets China over Hong Kong security law

Donald Trump says he will end Hong Kong's special status with the US over China's new security law.

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SportGeorge Floyd death: Why has a US city gone up in flames?

Tensions in Minneapolis did not start with the death of George Floyd. They've been years in the making.

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SportMinneapolis protests: CNN journalist arrested live on air

Omar Jimenez and a camera crew were detained in Minneapolis during protests

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SportGeorge Floyd death: Ex-officer charged with murder in Minneapolis

An ex-police officer in Minneapolis is detained over the death of unarmed black man George Floyd.

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SportGeorge Floyd: Minnesota governor expects justice 'will be swift'

The governor also condemned the "48 hours of anarchy" amid protests over George Floyd's death.

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SportHarvey Weinstein: Four more women accuse producer of assault

The disgraced movie producer is currently serving a 23-year prison sentence for rape.

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SportMinneapolis unrest: CNN reporter arrested live on air

Omar Jimenez was reporting on protests in Minneapolis when he was detained by officers.

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SportTwitter hides Trump tweet for 'glorifying violence'

For the first time, Twitter has hidden a tweet on the president's profile behind a warning.

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SportGeorge Floyd: National Guard deployed after Minneapolis clashes

State troops are activated after days of protests over the death of a black man in police custody.

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SportTrump signs executive order targeting Twitter after fact-checking row

The US president's move follows a decision by Twitter to add a "fact-check" notice to his tweets.

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SportMartin Scorsese reveals lockdown 'anxiety' and 'relief'

The US film director has made a haunting home video for the BBC about his experience of confinement.

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SportMyka Stauffer: Backlash after YouTubers give up adopted son

Myka Stauffer says her son's behaviour became too difficult but critics accuse her of exploitation.

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SportWhat if the US removes Hong Kong's special status?

Until now, the US has given Hong Kong favourable trading terms

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SportGabrielle Union: Ex-America's Got Talent judge discusses 'toxic' environment

Actress Gabrielle Union, who left after one series, says there was a "toxic work environment".

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SportTrump to take 'big action' against social media

The US president is expected to sign an executive order following a row with Twitter.

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SportWill coronavirus change America's jobless stigma?

In a country where state aid is frowned upon, the number of Americans receiving benefits has skyrocketed.

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SportHong Kong: US and allies defend 'bastion of freedom'

The joint statement comes as the UK says it could extend visa rights to overseas passport holders.

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SportGeorge Floyd: Minneapolis protests intensify

Thousands took to the streets on a second day of protests over the killing of an unarmed black man by a white police officer.

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SportGeorge Floyd: Minnesota sees second night of clashes over death in custody

Tear gas is fired at protesters angry at the death of a man pinned down by a policeman in Minnesota.

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SportBad weather delays historic SpaceX rocket launch

The first orbital mission from the US in nine years is postponed until the weekend.

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SportTrump to 'sign executive order about social media'

The latest dispute comes after Twitter added fact-check links to the president's tweets for the first time.

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SportCoronavirus deaths in US top 100,0000

The US has seen more deaths (currently 100,047) and infections (1.69 million) than any other country.

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SportCoronavirus: How the pandemic in US compares to rest of world

More than 100,000 people have died and the country is now slowly reopening amid fears of new spikes.

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SportTrump and Biden trade barbs over wearing a mask

President Trump and his likely presidential challenger Joe Biden clash over the humble face covering.

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SportCoronavirus: What attacks on Asians reveal about American identity

Covid-inspired attacks on East Asian people in the US reveal uncomfortable truths about American identity.

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SportHong Kong 'no longer autonomous from China' - Pompeo

The US secretary of state says the territory no longer merits special treatment under US laws.

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SportLarry Kramer: Playwright and Aids activist dies at 84

The author of The Normal Heart was a key and confrontational figure during the 1980s Aids crisis.

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SportMeng Wanzhou: Key decision expected in extradition case

A Canadian court will decide whether the Huawei executive's case counts as "double criminality".

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SportSpaceX launch: What is SpaceX and why is it working with Nasa?

Ahead of the launch of the Crew Dragon mission, the BBC explains what SpaceX does exactly

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SportMinnesota violence: Clashes over death of black man in police custody

Tear gas is fired at protesters angry at the death of a man pinned down by a policeman in Minnesota.

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SportTV host Jimmy Fallon 'very sorry' for 2000 blackface skit

The NBC's Tonight Show host called his depiction of comedian Chris Rock "unquestionably offensive".

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SportTwitter tags Trump tweet with fact-checking warning

This is the first time the social media company has placed a marker on one of President Trump’s tweets.

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SportLori Klausutis death: Twitter will not remove Trump's 'horrifying lies'

The company says it is "deeply sorry" for the pain caused by the tweets about a woman's 2001 death.

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SportFour Minnesota cops fired after death of unarmed black man

The FBI investigates Minneapolis police after video shows man being arrested saying "I can't breathe".

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Sport'Deeply disturbing' report into Ontario care homes released

A Canadian armed forces report documented cases of insect infestation, force feeding, and neglect.

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SportCanada tow-truck turf wars lead to nearly 200 charges

Rival companies resorted to murder and arson as they sought control of Toronto's towing market.

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SportWarner Music Group eyes $13.2bn valuation

The firm, owned by billionaire Len Blavatnik, is planning a flotation on the Nasdaq exchange.

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SportWhite woman called police on black man in dog row

The woman has now been suspended from her job at an investment firm in New York City.

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SportAlberta minister says ban on protests means 'great time' to build pipeline

Alberta's energy minister cites a ban on protests when asked about a controversial project in Canada.

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SportRepublican National Convention: Trump threatens to move event from North Carolina

The president wants North Carolina to ensure there are no restrictions on crowds due to the pandemic.

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SportCoronavirus: 'I see a lot of people, I don't see any masks'

Scores of people visited beach destinations over the Memorial Day weekend, not all abiding by the guidelines.

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SportCoronavirus: New York Stock Exchange trading floor to reopen

The resumption of floor trading comes after a two-month closure due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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SportCoronavirus: Joe Biden emerges from quarantine on Memorial Day

The US Democratic presidential candidate makes his first public appearance in more than two months.

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SportCoronavirus: Americans flock to beaches on Memorial Day weekend

People are seen flouting restrictions on what is known in the US as the unofficial start of summer.

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SportCoronavirus: US suspends travel from Brazil for foreigners

Brazil has recently become a new coronavirus hotspot with more than 300,000 known cases.

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SportMillions of periodical cicadas to emerge in parts of US

After spending most of their lives in the soil, periodical cicadas will come out in three US states.

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SportCoronavirus: China accuses US of spreading 'conspiracies'

The country's top diplomat hits out at Washington - raising tensions between the two world powers.

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SportIran oil tanker reaches Venezuela amid US tension

Five tankers are being escorted by the Venezuelan military as the country struggles with shortages.

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SportNasa SpaceX launch: Astronauts complete rehearsal for historic mission

Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken ready themselves and their kit for Wednesday's flight to the space station.

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SportNasa SpaceX launch: What's the mission plan?

These are the key phases in the first crew mission to go to orbit from the US in nine years.

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SportCoronavirus: New York state daily death toll drop below 100

A total of 84 people died in 24 hours, the lowest daily toll since March in the worst-hit US state.

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SportSan Francisco fire: Fisherman's Wharf engulfed by flames

More than 100 firefighters battled the blaze, which threatened a historic ship from World War II.

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SportStan's Donuts: A farewell to a shop closed by coronavirus

Coronavirus has forced thousands of small businesses to shut in the US. Stan's Donuts is just one.

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SportNaomi Osaka: Japanese tennis star becomes world's highest-paid female athlete

Japanese tennis player Naomi Osaka overtakes US rival Serena Williams to become the world's highest-paid female athlete.

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SportHertz: Car rental firm files for US bankruptcy protection

The company said the coronavirus pandemic had led to an "abrupt" decline in bookings.

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SportChips are down as Las Vegas prepares to reopen

The immense economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has been felt across the tourist-driven city.

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SportKitten born with two faces in Oregon

The animal, knows as a Janus cat, has been named Biscuits and Gravy - or just Biscuits for short.

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SportSpellers' advice for concentrating on work in lockdown

Two US spelling bee winners give their advice for concentrating on work in lockdown.

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SportTrump will 'override governors' on churches reopening

The president said churches should be considered essential but it will be up to governors whether they open.

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SportCanada v US: Loon stabs eagle through heart

The loon, which is on Canada's dollar coin, and the eagle, America's national bird, fought to the death.

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SportBiden: Black voters considering Trump 'ain't black'

The Democrat later tries to limit the fallout by saying he has never taken black voters for granted.

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SportCoronavirus: Is it safe to visit US national parks?

National parks are re-opening and people can't wait to embrace the Great Outdoors. But is it safe?

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SportUS naval base shooting was 'terrorism related', FBI says

A second suspect may be at large in the attack that injured one and left the shooter dead.

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SportHong Kong: Pompeo condemns China’s law as ‘death knell’ for freedoms

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says the law would be a “death knell” for Hong Kong’s special freedoms.

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SportSon 'murders father' during Zoom video chat in New York state

Several chat participants witness the stabbing of a Long Island man by his son, police say.

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SportTrump removes mask before facing cameras at car factory

The president says he didn't want to "give the press the pleasure of seeing" him in a face covering.

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SportAhmaud Arbery: Third man charged in death of black jogger

William Bryan Jr is accused of felony murder and criminal attempt to commit false imprisonment.

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SportFormer White House butler, 91, dies of coronavirus

Wilson Roosevelt Jerman worked for 11 US presidents in over five decades at the White House.

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SportCoronavirus: US workers seeking jobless aid near 40 million

Almost a quarter of the US workforce has filed for unemployment since mid-March.

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SportUS pulling out of 'Open Skies' arms control deal

The major accord permits unarmed surveillance flights over dozens of participating countries.

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SportEarlier lockdown 'could have saved 36,000 lives' - study

A Columbia University study estimates 36,000 fewer deaths if US lockdown began one week earlier.

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SportCalls to US poison control centres jump during pandemic

There were more than 3,600 cases of disinfectant exposure reported in April compared to 1,676 in February.

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SportCoronavirus: Which countries does US think handled it best?

Americans had praise for South Korea, mixed feelings on the UK, and criticism for China.

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SportLori Loughlin: US actress to plead guilty in college cheating scam

The Full House star and her designer husband will plead guilty in the college admissions scandal.

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SportEmptier US roads more lethal in coronavirus pandemic, report says

March's fatality rates jump by 14% even though people are driving less due to virus restrictions.

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SportWWE's Shad Gaspard dies saving his son

The former wrestler's body has been found washed ashore on Venice Beach in LA.

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SportLana Del Rey: 'I'm not glamorising abuse'

The star says she resents people implying her lyrics are anti-feminist.

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SportZuckerberg: Facebook to 'take down' coronavirus misinformation

Mark Zuckerberg explains how the social network is responding to the Covid-19 crisis.

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SportUS Senate passes bill that could delist some Chinese firms

The moves comes as tensions rise between Washington and Beijing over the coronavirus pandemic.

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SportMika Brzezinski: TV host blasts 'sick' Trump's conspiracy theory

The president is called "disgusting" by Joe Scarborough's furious co-host and wife.

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SportMichael Cohen: Prison release for ex-Trump lawyer over virus

Michael Cohen will continue serving his sentence at home as Covid-19 spreads in prisons.

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SportCoronavirus: What does it mean for natural disaster response?

How are emergency services preparing for natural disasters amid the coronavirus pandemic?

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SportCoronavirus: All 50 US states move toward reopening

As cases climb, most of the US has now taken steps to loosen guidelines, after more than two months.

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SportCarlos Ghosn: US ex-Green Beret and son arrested over escape from Japan

The former soldier and his son are detained for allegedly helping the ex-Nissan boss flee Japan.

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SportGilgamesh tablet: Bid to confiscate artefact from Museum of the Bible

Prosecutors probe the provenance of the artefact, bought by crafts retailer Hobby Lobby for $1.67m.

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SportNasa: Doug Loverro steps down days before crewed launch

Doug Loverro steps down the week before the US's first crewed launch in almost a decade.

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SportMichigan floods: Evacuations after Edenville and Sanford dams collapse

Two dams burst after days of heavy rain, and officials warn of record high water levels in Midland.

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SportMan makes money buying his own pizza on DoorDash app

The owner of a pizza restaurant discovered the app was selling his food cheaper than he was but still paying him full price.

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SportRoe v Wade: Woman behind US abortion ruling was paid to recant

Norma McCorvey, better known as Jane Roe, says she took money from evangelicals to condemn abortion.

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SportNancy Pelosi accused of fat-shaming 'obese' Trump

The House speaker's jab at the president's weight is seen as "fat-phobic" by some, but defended by others.

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SportJohnson & Johnson to stop selling baby powder in US

The healthcare giant faces thousands of lawsuits from consumers claiming talc caused their cancer.

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SportFeud erupts over Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber's US chart position

Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine claims the stars bought their way to US number one, prompting angry denials.

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SportTeenage boy charged in Canada's first 'incel' terror case

The 17-year-old boy is accused of fatally stabbing a woman an erotic massage parlour this year.

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SportTrump says US topping world virus cases is 'badge of honour'

Mr Trump argues the US having the most coronavirus cases in the world is actually "a good thing".

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SportTwilight actor Gregory Tyree Boyce and girlfriend Natalie Adepoju found dead

Gregory Tyree Boyce played Tyler, who almost crushed Bella in the first Twilight film in 2008.

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SportSudan 'must pay' US East African embassy attack victims

The US Supreme Court rules in favour of damages over the 1998 bombings in Kenya and Tanzania.

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SportCanada Facebook fines $6.5m over 'false' privacy claims

Canada's Competition Bureau said the tech firm improperly shared users' data with third parties.

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SportFBI: US naval base attack 'motivated by al-Qaeda'

The Saudi Air Force officer who killed three Americans in Florida spoke to the terror group in Yemen.

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SportPompeo denies inspector general fired as payback for investigation

The US Secretary of State denied wanting an independent watchdog fired for investigating him.

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SportCoronavirus: Trump says he is taking hydroxychloroquine

Speaking at the White House, he told reporters he started taking the malaria and lupus medication recently.

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SportCoronavirus lockdown: The harmonica player giving cheer to neighbours

Frederic Yonnet is an urban jazz harmonica player who believes music can bridge social distancing.

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SportLeonardo DiCaprio joins DR Congo gorilla park campaign after attack

Twelve rangers were killed in an attack on Virunga National Park in DR Congo last month.

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SportCoronavirus: US woman, 96, speaks Welsh for first time in 40 years

Ray McDermott, who suffers short-term memory loss, was afraid she would never speak Welsh again.

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SportTributes to 'vibrant' director Lynn Shelton after her death at 54

Lynn Shelton died at the age of 54 as a result of a previously unidentified blood disorder.

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SportJust Sam: American Idol crowns first ever 'at home' winner

Just Sam was alone in lockdown in California when she sang in the finale - and celebrated her win.

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SportCanadian Snowbirds acrobatic jet crashes in residential area

The Snowbirds jet was on a mission to boost the morale of Canadians fighting the spread of Covid-19.

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SportFed chairman Powell warns downturn 'may last until late 2021'

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said a full rebound may not be possible until a vaccine is made.

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SportSpace Plane: Mysterious US military aircraft launches

The Atlas V rocket, carrying the X-37B space plane, launched from Cape Canaveral on Sunday.

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SportMichael Jordan: NBA legend's trainers sell for record $560,000

Basketball legend Michael Jordan's autographed trainers from 1985 sell for a record $560,000 (£463,000) in an online auction.

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SportNew York Governor Andrew Cuomo takes coronavirus test live on TV

Andrew Cuomo says "there is nothing about the test that should intimidate people" into not taking it.

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SportCoronavirus: Barack Obama and Lebron James congratulate US graduates

Many schools in the US have had to cancel ceremonies, so famous faces have sent the students messages.

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SportHash oil factory blast injures 11 firefighters in Los Angeles

Crews tackling a blaze are hit by a fireball and have to run through a wall of flame to safety.

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SportSteve Linick: Democrats probe Trump's firing of inspector general

The president's firing of the state department's inspector general will be investigated by Congress.

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SportCoronavirus: Obama criticises Trump administration's virus response

The former US president says top officials "aren't even pretending to be in charge" amid the crisis.

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SportActor Leslie Jordan on his lockdown Instagram fame

The Emmy Award-winning star's videos have helped him to hit more than four million followers.

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SportPlinofficial: The downfall of a Russian rapper who loved dollars

How did a young Russian rapper become accused by the FBI of working with global cybercriminals?

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SportNew York Giants's Deandre Baker surrenders after robbery charge

The other accused, Quinton Dunbar of the Seattle Seahawks, is still wanted by police in Florida.

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SportJC Penney: US department store files for bankruptcy

The 118-year-old company has warned stores will close as a result of the filing.

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SportSteve Linick: Trump fires state department inspector general

Steve Linick was investigating Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, a senior Democrat says.

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SportTrump outlines plans for coronavirus vaccine

The US president elaborated on Operation Warp Speed, which aims to expedite vaccine development.

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SportCoronavirus: Ousted US vaccine chief's stark warnings

Congress hears doomladen testimony on the pandemic from former US vaccines supremo Dr Rick Bright.

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SportScuffle as virus protesters harangue city leader on doorstep

A fracas breaks out as demonstrators turn up at the home of Fresno council's leader.

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SportLittle things people are doing while socially distanced

We saw flyovers by the Blue Angels, the Obamas reading to people online, and a socially distant table for one in Sweden.

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SportKobe Bryant helicopter crash post-mortem released

An examination finds that all nine victims of the crash died as a result of blunt force trauma.

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SportCoronavirus and chloroquine: Is there evidence it works?

A former top US health official has raised concerns about anti-malarial drugs and the coronavirus response.

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SportTrump vows Covid-19 vaccine will be ready in 2020

'Operation Warp Speed' will deliver, the president says - but America must return to normal without a vaccine.

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SportWorld War Two US Navy ship discovered in Pacific Ocean

The USS Nevada was the only ship to be present at both D-Day and the attack on Pearl Harbor.

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SportFive arrested for brazen teen abduction over drug debt

Toronto police say a 14-year-old teenage boy was abducted to settle his stepbrother's drug debt.

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SportUS targets Huawei with tighter chip export rules

The action is its latest against the Chinese tech giant, which the US says is a national security threat.

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SportNFL's Deandre Baker and Quinton Dunbar charged with armed robbery

Deandre Baker of the New York Giants and Quinton Dunbar of the Seattle Seahawks both face charges.

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SportRick Bright: 'Ousted' US expert says 'inaction' caused virus deaths

Former top health official Rick Bright says he was removed from his post due to political pressure.

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SportUS church sues Zoom after Bible study 'zoombombed' by porn

A hacker took over worshippers' computers and played 'sickening' pornographic images, the suit says.

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SportCoronavirus: Are states reopening ahead of White House guidelines?

There is concern some states are relaxing restrictions prematurely. Are the guidelines being followed?

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SportBamboo shortage forces zoo to return pandas to China

Two Pandas are expected to be returned to China from a Canadian zoo due to a shortage of imported bamboo.

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SportAppalachian Trail: Covid postpones the great American adventure

For Americans are missing the great outdoors, the Appalachian Trail is waiting.

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SportRichard Burr: US Senate intelligence chairman resigns amid FBI probe

The Republican is suspected of insider trading for selling $1.7m of stocks ahead of a market plunge.

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SportCoronavirus: Is the pandemic relaxing US drinking laws?

Many states are relaxing rules about selling alcohol to-go to accommodate Covid closures.

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SportCoronavirus: Trump says Dr Fauci's warning 'not acceptable'

The president criticises his task force expert's caution about reopening the US too quickly.

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SportRepublicans snatch rarest prize of California seat

It is the first Republican win from a Democrat in the liberal stronghold since 1998.

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SportFed warns of slow recovery without more virus relief

The comments by the head of America's central bank come as the US debates additional relief.

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SportWhy this ICU nurse treating Covid patients could be deported

Jonathan Vargas Andres is one of many 'Dreamer' nurses awaiting a key Supreme Court decision.

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SportCoronavirus: US accuses China of hacking coronavirus research

The FBI said it had seen hacking attempts on groups researching vaccines, treatments and testing.

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SportThey're 8,000 miles away and share the same passion

Erin Rae, in Nashville, and Mali, in Mumbai, share their experiences as musicians in lockdown.

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SportWild horse rescued from bog in Alberta

A group of volunteers found the animal stuck in mud in the foothills of Alberta, Canada.

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SportEx-Trump aide Paul Manafort to serve sentence at home amid virus fears

Manafort, 71, spent about a year of a seven year sentence behind bars, but will serve the rest at home.

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SportCoronavirus: US 'won't use Russian ventilators' linked to fires

The ventilators have been linked to two deadly hospital blazes in Russia and are being investigated.

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SportCoronavirus: Broadway actor Nick Cordero wakes from coma

The Canadian star has been in hospital since late March and has had his right leg amputated.

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SportCoronavirus: Tesla stand-off eases as officials reach deal

The boss of the electric carmaker had defied shutdown orders to reopen the firm's factory.

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SportBreonna Taylor: Lawsuit after US health worker shot dead by police

The family of Breonna Taylor, 26, accuse officers of causing her wrongful death.

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SportAhmaud Arbery mum 'believes there will be justice'

The mother of Ahmaud Arbery, who was killed while out for a jog, says the case is moving in the "right direction".

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SportChina's Luckin Coffee sacks bosses amid accounting scandal

Its chief executive and chief operating officer were sacked after a probe into an accounting scandal.

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SportRapper 6ix9ine has $200k charity donation rejected

US charity No Kid Hungry says it has a policy of rejecting funding from donors who do not fit its values.

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SportJoe Biden assault claim: What does 'believe women' mean now?

The rallying cry of the #MeToo movement has been tested by allegations against Joe Biden.

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SportBryan Adams apologises for coronavirus tirade on Instagram

The star was under fire after posting an expletive-laden coronavirus rant on Instagram.

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SportHamilton film to be released a year early on Disney+

Disney brings forward the filmed Broadway show which was due to hit cinemas next year.

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SportCoronavirus and tipping: Will the outbreak make us more generous?

One service says tips are up 99%, and there's a powerful factor which affects how people give to others.

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SportUS Supreme Court hears arguments over Trump's tax returns

The Supreme Court will rule on the president's attempts to keep his financial records secret.

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SportHackers hit A-list law firm of Lady Gaga, Drake and Madonna

Grubman Shire Meiselas & Sacks hit by hackers who claim to have contracts and personal emails of stars.

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SportCoronavirus: Fauci to warn Senate of 'needless suffering and death'

The US's top infectious diseases doctor will warn senators of the risks of re-opening too soon.

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SportTrump spars with Asian American reporter over 'nasty question'

CBS reporter Weijia Jiang asked Mr Trump why testing is a contest to him. He said she should ask China.

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SportCoronavirus: Musk defies orders and reopens Tesla's California plant

The boss of the electric carmaker said he would be on the assembly line with other Tesla workers.

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SportCoronavirus: The lost six weeks when US failed to contain outbreak

Having watched Asian and European countries struggle, the US was slow to test and lock down.

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SportWhite House staff ordered to wear masks

President Trump takes questions on testing after White House staff test positive for coronavirus.

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SportWife of US 'spy' is wanted fugitive, says Interpol

An Interpol notice has been issued in relation to suspect Anne Sacoolas.

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SportAhmaud Arbery: What do we know about the case?

The fatal shooting of Ahmaud Arbery has drawn national attention. Here's what we know.

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SportAhmaud Arbery: Hate crime charges considered over US jogger killing

The justice department says it is assessing evidence after unarmed black man Ahmaud Arbery was shot dead.

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SportBetty Wright: Tributes paid as soul star dies, aged 66

Chaka Khan, John Legend and Snoop Dogg mourn the death of the Grammy-winning soul singer.

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SportHow are people making the best of social distancing?

A happy hour in Harlem, a teacher gives hugs behind a plastic wall, and puppies visit a care home.

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SportCoronavirus: What did China do about early outbreak?

China and the US are in a tense war of words but what actually happened during the early outbreak?

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SportCoronavirus: South Dakota Sioux refuse to take down 'illegal' checkpoints

Tribal officials say the checkpoints are the only way to ensure the virus does not enter their land.

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SportJerry Stiller: Seinfeld star and father of actor Ben dies aged 92

The father of actor Ben played the volatile and cantankerous Frank Costanza for six years.

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SportCuomo demands twice weekly care home Covid-19 tests

NY elderly care facilities will lose licenses if they don't abide by new Covid rules, says governor.

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SportCoronavirus: White House task force members self-isolate

Top diseases expert Dr Anthony Fauci is one of the three members of President Trump's task force to self-isolate.

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SportAnna Jarvis: The woman who regretted creating Mother's Day

She created Mother's Day out of love for her own mother but was shocked by how it became commercialised.

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SportCoronavirus: Elon Musk vows to move Tesla factory in lockdown row

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the firm will leave California after he is ordered to keep a factory shut.

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SportCoronavirus: Obama calls US response 'chaotic disaster'

Barack Obama strongly criticises his successor Donald Trump over his response to the coronavirus crisis.

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SportLittle Richard : Rock 'n' roll pioneer dies

The self-styled "king and queen of rock 'n' roll" - who inspired Elvis and The Beatles - dies at 87.

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SportMagician Roy Horn dies after catching coronavirus

He and his stage partner Siegfried Fischbacher were one of the longest-running acts in Las Vegas.

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SportCoronavirus: Tesla ordered to keep main US plant closed

It reportedly planned to re-open on Friday, but authorities say this could lead to more virus cases.

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SportJoshna Maharaj - The chef who lost her sense of smell

Chef Joshna Maharaj couldn't smell for years. Now she's working to regain some of what she lost.

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SportUS Vice-President Mike Pence's aide tests positive for coronavirus

The diagnosis comes one day after Trump's personal valet tested positive for the virus.

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SportBiden accuser says he 'should take the polygraph'

Tara Reade says she hopes the presidential candidate will 'step forward and be held accountable'.

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SportAhmaud Arbery: Trump says 'it's a disturbing situation'

Ahmaud Arbery was on a residential street in February when he was confronted by a father-son pair.

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SportVenezuela: Trump denies role in bungled incursion

Venezuela has accused the US of being behind a botched raid to oust President Maduro.

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SportCoronavirus: Pandemic sends US jobless rate to 14.7%

US unemployment rises to its highest level since the 1930s as coronavirus devastates the economy.

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SportCoronavirus bailouts: Which country has the most generous deal?

A look at the different ways nations are trying to cushion the blow from the virus shutdowns.

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SportAhmaud Arbery: Dad and son charged with murder of US black jogger

Ahmaud Arbery was jogging on a residential street in February when he was confronted by the pair.

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SportMalls re-open: 'We were dying to get out of the house'

In states like Texas, malls can operate at a 25% capacity and for some, it's a reason to get out of the house.

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SportCoronavirus: Meat shortage leaves US farmers with 'mind-blowing' choice

As the virus disrupts the food chain, millions of pigs could be put down without ever making it to table.

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SportTara Reade: Biden sex attack accuser urges him to quit race

Tara Reade says the Democrat "should not be running on character" to challenge President Trump.

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SportEx-Trump adviser Michael Flynn charges of lying to FBI 'to be dropped'

Michael Flynn pleaded guilty two years ago to lying to the FBI shortly before Mr Trump took office.

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SportTexas governor amends lockdown and orders salon owner freed from jail

The governor's order names the Dallas hairdresser who was jailed on Tuesday for staying open.

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SportAxl Rose and Steven Mnuchin in coronavirus Twitter spat

Guns n' Roses singer Axl Rose insulted Mnuchin over the government's handling of the pandemic.

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SportCoronavirus: Google ends plans for smart city in Toronto

Sister firm Sidewalk Labs cites Covid-19 as the reason for stepping back from its ambitious plan.

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SportUS Supreme Court overturns 'Bridgegate' convictions

The aides to ex-New Jersey Governor Chris Christie were jailed for arranging a massive traffic jam.

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SportMother of killed Georgia man seeks justice

Wanda Cooper says her son, Ahmaud Arbery, was "hunted down like an animal and killed".

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SportCoronavirus: US unemployment claims hit 33.3 million amid virus

Data shows more than 15% of the US workforce is now claiming unemployment benefit.

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SportWas (Not Was) vocalist Hillard 'Sweet Pea' Atkinson dies aged 74

Hillard 'Sweet Pea' Atkinson leant his gruff, soulful vocals to Was (Not Was) and the Boneshakers.

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SportCoronavirus: Professor Bing Liu's murder fuels wild theories

US police say Bing Liu was shot dead by his lover, but conspiracy theorists have other ideas.

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SportLife for asylum seekers in lockdown on the US-Mexico border

Magaly Contreras has spent nine months in a Tijuana shelter and is worried about her future.

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SportTrump says coronavirus 'worse attack' than Pearl Harbor

"There's never been an attack like this," says the president, blaming China for failing to stop it.

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SportCoronavirus: Will we ever shake hands again?

Will Covid-19 make handshakes a relic of the past? If so, what might that mean about the future of human touch and interaction?

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SportRuth Bader Ginsburg: US Supreme Court Justice returns to work from hospital bed

Ruth Bader Ginsburg, 87, participates in two cases from her bed following non-surgical treatment.

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SportNew US campus sex assault plan gets pushback

US universities must allow assault victims and defendants to be cross-examined under new guidance.

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SportCoronavirus: Texas banned abortions - how did that affect women?

In Texas, abortions are resuming as virus restrictions ease - but for many, the damage has been done.

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SportCoronavirus: Trump says virus task force to focus on reopening economy

The president says it will focus on reopening the economy, a day after indicating it may be disbanded.

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SportDuchess of Sussex reads to Archie on his first birthday

The Duchess of Sussex reads to her son, in a video to support of Save The Children's coronavirus appeal.

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SportCoronavirus: Dallas hair salon owner jailed for week for defying lockdown

Shelley Luther told a Texas judge feeding her children was not selfish, but he jailed her for a week.

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SportTom Cruise and Nasa join forces to shoot movie in space

The actor is well known for his daring stunts, but this takes things to another level.

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SportBiden demands justice for Georgia killing of black jogger Arbery

Ahmaud Arbery, a 25-year-old black man, was confronted by an ex-policeman and his son while jogging.

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SportWorst song possible plays as Trump tours mask plant

As the president touts plans to reopen the economy, Live And Let Die blares over a loudspeaker.

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SportUS Supreme Court Justice Ginsburg back in hospital

The 87-year-old is "resting comfortably" after non-surgical gallbladder treatment, the court says.

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SportSpin-offs, sequels and stars - Netflix's Tiger King has spawned a monster

Stars have been falling over themselves to be involved in a string of new scripted adaptations.

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SportDisney suffers $1.4bn hit due to coronavirus

Lockdowns have forced the company to close its theme parks and has hurt advertising.

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SportCoronavirus: White House plans to disband virus task force

The vice-president says the task force may wind down by the end of May or early June.

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SportCoronavirus lockdown: I got a life-changing opportunity

Ana Carmona was quarantined with her parents and siblings in NYC, when she got some big news.

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SportCoronavirus: Why is there a US backlash to masks?

It's a very American phenomenon - here's what's behind the growing aversion to face coverings.

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SportFive-year-old caught driving parents' car in Utah

With $3 in his pocket, the Utah boy said he was driving to California to buy a Lamborghini.

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SportVenezuela detains two Americans over speedboat incursion

President Maduro claims "terrorist mercenaries" tried to enter the country by sea to overthrow him.

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SportThe Met Gala ball is off - but stars dressed to impress anyway

The fashion extravaganza was axed, but some stars revealed their outfits anyway, and fans joined in.

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SportUS family 'murdered shop guard for enforcing mask policy'

A Michigan store guard is shot in the back of the head after confronting a customer who had no mask.

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SportCoronavirus: When might Hollywood reopen for business?

Cast and crews might have to quarantine together in the future when filming begins again.

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SportColson Whitehead: Black author makes Pulitzer Prize history

The awards - postponed for the coronavirus - were first held just a year before the Spanish Flu.

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SportCoronavirus: US to borrow record $3tn as spending soars

The sum is more than five times the previous quarterly record, in the 2008 financial crisis.

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Sport'Murder hornets' land in the US for the first time

The "shockingly large" hornets can kill humans with their sting and are known to destroy beehives.

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SportCoronavirus: Amazon vice-president quits over virus firings

A senior engineer claims "a vein of toxicity" is running through the firm after it fired protesters.

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SportCoronavirus lockdown: Dance teacher takes his classes online

Armel Omatoko moved his dance classes online so people can stay involved during the pandemic.

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SportDon Shula: Miami Dolphins Super Bowl-winning head coach dies, aged 90

Legendary Miami Dolphins coach Don Shula, who has the most wins as an NFL head coach, dies aged 90.

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SportPresident warns of 100,000 coronavirus deaths in US

President Trump also told Fox News a vaccine would be ready by the end of the year.

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Sport'I just designed a destruction of a life'

The US designer who rebuilt his life after destroying it through cocaine and crystal meth addiction.

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SportCoronavirus: 'We used to donate to this food bank, now we rely on it'

The pandemic has left nearly 30 million unemployed in the US. Now, many are turning to charities for help.

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SportMichael Wray: How a Hell's Kitchen winner ended up on the streets

Michael Wray won the first US series of Hell's Kitchen, but then his life took a turn for the worse.

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SportCanada navy helicopter crash: Five presumed dead

A Nato helicopter crashed off a Greek island, and the sixth crew member's body has been found.

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SportUS Women's equal pay claim dismissed by court

The US women's football team's bid for equal pay is dismissed by a court, with the judge rejecting the players' claims that they were underpaid.

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SportCoronavirus: US authorises use of anti-viral drug Remdesivir

The Food and Drug Administration authorises emergency use of the experimental anti-viral drug.

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Sport'Tumbleweed tornado' hits US driver

An eerily beautiful dust devil flings picking up hundreds of tumbleweeds in Washington state.

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SportNew White House Press Secretary: 'I will never lie to you'

Kayleigh McEnany held the first White House press briefing in 459 days.

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SportCoronavirus: Immigration detention centres in crisis

There are Covid-19 outbreaks in supply-strapped detention centres across the US.

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SportEminem 'detained an intruder' in his living room

An intruder entered the US rapper's home last month, his representative confirms.

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SportCanada announces ban on assault-style weapons

New rules would make it illegal to sell or use 1,500 kinds of assault weapons.

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SportTrumplomacy: What's behind new US strategy on China?

Tensions between US and China are longstanding but the virus and a US election have amplified the war of words.

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SportJoe Biden denies sexually assaulting staff assistant Tara Reade

The US Democratic candidate says an alleged assault nearly 30 years ago "never happened".

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