Thursday, 30 April 2020

Three continents, four lives, one day

The stories of people who died on one day, from an exile who returned home to a disaster survivor.

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Australian police shoot man dead after stabbings in Pilbara

The man, armed with a knife, is reported to have injured several people in a WA shopping centre.

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Coronavirus: 'World is too fragile' - UN secretary general

António Guterres tells the BBC he has been "shocked but not surprised" by the coronavirus response.

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Coronavirus: Michigan lockdown protesters enter statehouse

Demonstrators rallied at the state's capitol as legislators voted on extending the state of emergency.

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Thailand reports six new coronavirus cases, no deaths



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Afghanistan likely facing corona 'health disaster': US watchdog

The spread of Covid-19 has significantly impacted Afghanistan from complicating the peace initiative to forcing border crossing closures that have disrupted commercial and humanitarian deliveries, according to a a watchdog report to the US Congress.

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Taylor wins New Zealand Cricket's Top Award, Targets 2023 World Cup

Ross Taylor was awarded the Sir Richard Hadlee Medal in a virtual ceremony held online because of COVID-19 restrictions.

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Coronavirus: Seven million Afghan children risk hunger - report

The coronavirus outbreak poses a "perfect storm" for the war-ravaged country, warns Save the Children.

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Coronavirus: How can I help?

Giving blood, writing a diary, or reading a story to your friends' children are just some of the options.

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Pak National Assembly Speaker tests COVID-19 positive

Pakistan's National Assembly (NA) speaker Asad Qaiser has tested positive for the novel coronavirus and went into self-isolation, he confirmed in a tweet.

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UK universities hit by virus outbreak fallout

With conferences cancelled and revenues hit because of a lack of rent from student accommodation, Britain's universities are reeling from the global coronavirus pandemic. Schools have already lost millions of pounds thanks to enforced closures under lockdown, and things could get worse still.

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WHO should be ashamed of itself, it is like a PR agency for China: Trump

"I think that the World Health Organization should be ashamed of themselves because they are like the public relations agency for China," said US President Donald Trump on Thursday addressing media in the White House. The Trump administration launched a probe into the role of the WHO on coronavirus and has temporarily suspended the US' financial assistance to it.

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Trump officials are said to press spies to link virus and Wuhan labs

Senior Trump administration officials have pushed US spy agencies to hunt for evidence to support an unsubstantiated theory that a government laboratory in Wuhan, China, was the origin of the coronavirus outbreak, according to current and former US officials.

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Coronavirus: Northern Territory first in Australia to lift major restrictions

The Northern Territory lifts major social restrictions in a test case for the rest of the nation.

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UN chief: World should follow South Korea on COVID-19 fight

The United Nations chief said he hopes many countries in the world will follow the ``remarkable example'' of South Korea, which he said has been ``extremely successful'' in addressing the coronavirus pandemic and is planning to tackle climate change in its recovery from COVID-19.

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Coronavirus: Armed protesters enter Michigan statehouse

Several senators reportedly wore bulletproof vests as armed demonstrators looked on from the gallery.

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Nigerian drummer Tony Allen dies aged 79

Nigerian drummer Tony Allen, who created Afrobeat with Fela Kuti, dies aged 79, his manager says.

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Wednesday, 29 April 2020

"Unreal And Unbelievable": Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Mourn Rishi Kapoor

Rishi Kapoor had fought a long battle with cancer before he died at a hospital in Mumbai on Thursday.

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UN warns that 'tragedy beckons' in Syria from virus

The UN humanitarian chief said Wednesday that more than 40 cases of COVID-19 and at least three deaths have been reported in Syria, signaling that "tragedy beckons" after nine years of war that has left the country's health care system decimated.

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BCCI Revisits Rohit Sharma's "Hitman Show" On His 33rd Birthday

The BCCI wished Rohit Sharma on his 33rd birthday by recalling a special knock from his favourite hunting ground.

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Trump says he's not extending social distancing guidelines

President Donald Trump said the federal government will not be extending its coronavirus social distancing guidelines once they expire Thursday, and his son-in-law and adviser, Jared Kushner, predicted that by July the country will be "really rocking again."

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Rishi Kapoor: Bollywood's eternal romantic hero dies at 67

Veteran Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor has died in Mumbai, aged 67, two years after being diagnosed with cancer

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US blacklists five Amazon foreign websites

The US government places some of the online shopping giant’s websites on its “notorious markets” list.

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US records 2,502 coronavirus deaths in past 24 hours

The United States recorded 2,502 coronavirus deaths in the past 24 hours, according to the latest real-time tally on Wednesday reported by Johns Hopkins University.

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Britain's hero of the hour 'Captain Tom' turns 100

Britain will celebrate on Thursday the 100th birthday of the World War II veteran whose staggering fundraising efforts inspired the country during the depths of its coronavirus outbreak.

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Coronavirus: Trump says China wants him to lose re-election

The US president says Beijing faces a "lot" of possible consequence from the US over coronavirus.

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Moeen Ali Eager For "Fresh Start" After Ending Test Exile

England all-rounder Moeen Ali said if he gets a call tomorrow to play, he will definitely put his hand up.

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Trump says China wants him to lose his bid for re-election

President Donald Trump said he believes China's handling of the coronavirus is proof that Beijing "will do anything they can" to make him lose his re-election bid in November. He said he believes Beijing wants his Democratic opponent Joe Biden to win the race to ease the pressure on China over trade and other issues.

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Don't believe polls that show Biden ahead in presidential race: Trump

President Donald Trump told Reuters on Wednesday he does not believe opinion polls that show his likely Democratic presidential opponent, Joe Biden, leading in the 2020 race for the White House. During an interview in the Oval Office, the Republican president said he did not expect the election to be a referendum on his handling of the coronavirus pandemic and added he was surprised the former vice president was doing well.

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Coronavirus: Serena Williams among stars to compete in Mario Tennis tournament

Naomi Osaka and the Williams sisters will play and be live-streamed on Facebook's gaming platform.

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Harrison Ford investigated over LA runway incident

The US actor was piloting a plane that wrongly crossed a runway where another aircraft was landing.

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Coronavirus kills 70 veterans at Massachusetts care home

Officials are investigating if residents received proper medical care at the Massachusetts home.

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Irrfan Khan: The Bollywood star loved by Hollywood

Irrfan Khan's biographer, Aseem Chhabra, writes about the life of one of Bollywood's biggest stars.

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Coronavirus: Searching for truth behind Spain's care home tragedy

Families want to know why so many of their elderly relatives have died.

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Coronavirus: Japan's low testing rate raises questions

Japan's relatively low rate of virus testing raises questions about how it has tackled the pandemic.

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Training AI 'to translate mum's phone messages'

How African researchers are using the continent's languages to help spur innovation in Artificial Intelligence.

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Staging a 'socially distanced' boxing match

Inside the Nicaraguan boxing event that caught the world's attention during the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Why the fashion industry faces an 'existential crisis'

"No-one wants to buy clothes to sit at home in," as Next's chief executive Simon Wolfson puts it.

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Coronavirus: Why so many US nurses are out of work

At a time when many healthcare workers are risking their lives, some face pay cuts and job loss.

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How will airlines get flying again?

When passenger planes start flying again, the world of air travel will be very different.

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Sports Fraternity Mourns Irrfan Khan's Death, Kohli Leads Condolences

Irrfan Khan, one of India's top actors, died in Mumbai on Wednesday and the sports fraternity got together to condole his death.

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Concerns raised over Malaysia lockdown penalties

Malaysian lawyers and an international rights group have voiced concern over what they say is excessive sentencing of violators of the country's coronavirus lockdown. Malaysia, which has confirmed 5,851 cases and 100 deaths from COVID-19, has arrested more than 21,000 people since a partial lockdown began March 8. Violators face a fine or a jail term of up to six months.

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Tokyo governor calls to extend state of emergency



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Irrfan Khan, one of Indian cinema's finest exports

The star of Life of Pi, Slumdog Millionaire and dozens of Indian cinema's finest films has died at 53.

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Coronavirus: A new way of dating during lockdown

Omar Mehtab looks at how online dating is being reinvented in these times of social isolation.

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"Make Match-Fixing Criminal Offence": Shoaib Akhtar Fumes At PCB

Former pacer Shoaib Akhtar has lashed out at the Pakistan Cricket Board for not taking serious action against people who get themselves involved in match-fixing.

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Cricket Scotland Offer To Host Australia, New Zealand Behind Closed Doors

Scotland have matches scheduled against New Zealand and Australia in June.

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New Zealand's Jacinda Ardern spoke to Queen on pandemic response



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Slumdog Millionaire actor Irrfan Khan dies

The Bollywood star, known for roles in Slumdog Millionaire and Jurassic World, has died aged 53.

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Tuesday, 28 April 2020

Watch: Russell Sings Hindi Song, Wows KKR Teammates In Throwback Video

KKR tweeted a throwback video of Andre Russell entertaining his teammates with his rendition of a hit Bollywood song.

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CIA had issued 12 warnings to Trump about Covid-19

Current and former US intelligence officials told The Washington Post that Trump, in the month of January and February, had repeatedly ignored warnings conveyed in issues of the President's Daily Brief, a sensitive report that is produced before dawn each day and designed to call the president's attention to the most significant global developments and security threats.

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Indonesia govt to defend corona spending in top court



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Coronavirus: This is what reopening in US looks like

Barber shops, tattoo parlours, beaches and restaurants reopen in Georgia.

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Thailand reports nine new coronavirus cases, no more deaths



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Biden wins Ohio's mail-in primary delayed by coronavirus

Joe Biden won Ohio's presidential primary Tuesday, clinching a contest that was less about the Democratic nomination and more about how states can conduct elections in the era of the coronavirus. The primary was the first major test of statewide elections via mail amid an outbreak. There were reports of confusion but no widespread disruption with a strong turnout.

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US closer to testing international air travelers: Trump

President Donald Trump said his administration is considering requiring travelers on certain incoming international flights to undergo temperature and virus checks to help stop the spread of the coronavirus.

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David Warner Says Australia "Unlikely" To Tour England And Scotland

Australia opening batsman David Warner has said that the side's upcoming tour of England and Scotland is unlikely to go ahead due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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No. of coronavirus cases in US crosses 1 million, fatalities 58,000

“We continue to pray for the victims as well as for those Americans who are grieving their lost ones and their loved ones. There's never been anything like this. We suffer with one heart but we will prevail. We are coming back, and we're coming back strong,” US President Donald Trump said at the White House during his remarks on the Paycheck Protection Program.

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Failure to stop corona at source led to 184 countries 'going through hell': Trump



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US registers millionth case as pandemic lockdowns ease

Excitement over partial easing of the lockdowns affecting more than half of humanity has been tempered by fear of new outbreaks and growing evidence of the economic devastation wreaked by the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Pentagon releases 'UFO' videos taken by US Navy pilots

The Pentagon has officially released three videos taken by US Navy pilots showing mid-air encounters with what appear to be UFOs. The grainy black and white footage had previously been leaked and the Navy had acknowledged they were Navy videos. "The aerial phenomena observed in the videos remain characterized as 'unidentified,'" the Pentagon statement said.

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Worried about coronavirus, US House won’t return — for now

Facing the stark, startling reality that Congress may not be able to fully resume for a year, House leaders are desperately reaching for work-from-home options after a revolt from the ranks over the health risks of convening during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Trump orders US meatpacking plants to stay open

As the pandemic squeezes US food supply, the president designates the plants critical infrastructure.

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Monday, 27 April 2020

UK sets up new insurance scheme for NHS medics' families

The UK has announced a 60,000-pound insurance scheme for the families of National Health Service workers who lose their lives on the frontlines of fighting the coronavirus pandemic, which has killed over 21,000 people in the country.

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3-Year Ban "Harsh", Umar Akmal To Challenge Decision: Kamran Akmal

Kamran Akmal said the three-year ban imposed on Umar Akmal was harsh considering other players were given much lighter punishment for a similar offence.

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"Top Cricketer": Raina Likens Rishabh Pant To Yuvraj And Sehwag

During an Instagram Live with spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, Suresh Raina said Rishabh Pant "is as dominant" as Yuvraj Singh and Virender Sehwag.

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Beijing to shut coronavirus special hospital, clears all cases

Authorities in Beijing are set to close a COVID-19 special hospital after clearing all the cases even as China reported six new coronavirus infections and 40 fresh asymptomatic cases, health officials said. The move to shut down the hospital comes after China's coronavirus epicentre Wuhan recently closed 16 temporary hospitals and discharged its last patient on Sunday.

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Thailand reports seven new coronavirus cases, two new deaths



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Brazil's SC authorizes investigation of Jair Bolsonaro



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World cannot afford a lost generation of youth due to Covid-19: Guterres

Listing "startling" numbers, UN secretary-general Antonio Guterres said one of every five young people was already not in education, training or employment and one of every four is affected by violence or conflict. The UN chief said that failure to address these issues by those in power today makes it "all too easy for extremist groups to exploit the anger".

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Record 50.8 million internally displaced, IDMC report says

Those who have fled their homes due to conflict or disaster face the further threat of coronavirus.

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New York cautious as more US states ease virus lockdowns

More US states began lifting coronavirus lockdown orders on Monday but New York -- America's economic engine and coronavirus epicenter -- is in no hurry, with hospitalization rates still high.

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Is Brazil the next big hot spot as other nations ease up?

As some US states and European countries moved gradually Monday to ease their limits on movement and commerce, the intensifying outbreak in Brazil -with 211 million people -- pushed some hospitals to the breaking point, with signs that a growing number of victims now dying at home. Brazil officially reported about 4,500 deaths and around 67,000 confirmed cases.

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Trump: US may seek damages from China over coronavirus

"We are not happy with China," Trump said at a White House briefing. "We are not happy with that whole situation because we believe it could have been stopped at the source. He suggested that the US may seek damages from China.

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Luckin Coffee: Scandal-hit raided by regulators in China

The company's shares have slumped this month since it revealed $310m in fabricated transactions.

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Coronavirus: What Trump voters think of his handling of crisis

'Dumbfounded' or 'great job' - Americans who backed the president in 2016 rate his pandemic response.

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Coronavirus: Families foster pets during outbreak

As animal shelters are forced to limit operations, many people have applied to temporarily rehome a pet.

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Coronavirus: Florida pastor continues in-person services

Pastor Rich Vera is among a minority in America who say it’s appropriate to gather to worship.

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Trump 'can't imagine why' US disinfectant calls spiked

The president says he takes no responsibility for a reported spike in calls to emergency hotlines.

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Coronavirus: Argentina bans commercial flight sales until 1 September

Aviation industry groups warn that the move puts at risk more than 300,000 jobs in the country.

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The Uber driver evicted from home and left to die of coronavirus

Rajesh Jayaseelan found himself homeless and sick in London with Covid-19. His widow tells his story.

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Coronavirus: What Africa countries are doing to help people to eat amid the lockdowns

What Africa countries are doing to help people to eat amid the lockdowns.

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Coronavirus: Mexico factory staff question 'essential work'

Concerned about coronavirus, Mexican workers are calling for US-owned factories to be closed.

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Stressed firms look for better ways to source products

The way firms get their raw materials may change rapidly now Covid-19 has disrupted supply chains.

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Coronavirus immunity: Can you catch it twice?

Immunity is the crucial question and understanding it will tell us how the pandemic will end.

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Coronavirus and climate: Australia's chance to shift to green energy

Scientists say the economic impact of the virus gives a window for action to cut emissions.

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Watch: Warner, Wife Candice "Switch" Roles In Hilarious TikTok Video

David Warner and wife Candice have taken his debut in TikTok quite seriously and have been putting up a flurry of videos.

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Bangladesh cleric tests positive for coronavirus after leading Ramzan prayers

According to the report, authorities are making a list of around 20-25 people who attended the prayers and they will be tested for any symptom of the virus. Tanveer Rahman, chief executive officer of Shalikha sub district, was quoted as saying in the report that the cleric's Bagharpara Pashchima village, which is one-and-a-half kilometres from the mosque, has been put under lockdown following the discovery.

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South Korea's ex-strongman on trial for defamation

Chun Doo-hwan seized power in a military coup in 1979 and ruled South Korea with an iron fist until 1988, stepping down after mass demonstrations forced him to agree to the restoration of democracy. In 1996 he was convicted of treason and bribery and sentenced to death, but it was later commuted to life in prison.

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"Ouch": Sangakkara, Pietersen Join Forces To Ruthlessly Troll Bopara

With cricket off the grounds, cricketers are involved full-time in posting stuff on social media and trolling other cricketers.

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Williamson Names Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers As Best Batsmen In The World

Kane Williamson discussed his favourite batsmen on an Instagram live chat session with David Warner.

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Pak's anti-graft body issues arrest warrant against Sharif



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Sunday, 26 April 2020

China's Wuhan city discharges last coronavirus patient from hospital

China's National Health Commission (NHC) announced on Monday that three new confirmed coronavirus cases, including two from the Chinese returning from abroad and one local transmission were reported on Sunday. The overall death toll stood at 4,633 and no new fatalities were reported on Sunday.

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Pak govt moves to grant voting right to expatriates

The incumbent Pakistan-Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) government has once again mobilised efforts to grant expatriates the right of voting and decided in principle to start the process of their registration, it was reported on Monday.

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"Like Picking Between Mom-Dad": Bumrah's Cheeky Reply To Yuvraj's Googly

Yuvraj Singh asked Jasprit Bumrah to make some tough choices during their Instagram live chat session.

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New Zealand has won a battle against virus transmission: PM Jacinda Ardern

"There is no widespread, undetected community transmission in New Zealand," Ardern declared. "We have won that battle." After nearly five weeks at the maximum Level Four restrictions -- with only essential services operating -- the country will move to Level Three late on Monday.

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Coronavirus: New Zealand claims no community cases as lockdown eases

After single-figure new cases for more than a week, NZ says it has ended local transmissions for now.

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Airbus is 'bleeding cash', chief executive warns

In a letter to workers Guillaume Faury reportedly said the firm's existence was now threatened.

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Osaka to name and shame pachinko parlours defying corona lockdown



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Saudi Arabia abolishes death penalty for juveniles

"The decree helps us in establishing a more modern penal code and demonstrates the Kingdom's commitment to following through on key reforms across all sectors of our country as part of Vision 2030, directly supervised by the Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman," said Awwad Alawwad, President of the Saudi Human Rights Commission (HRC) on Monday.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un 'alive and well': South Korea

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is "alive and well", a top security adviser to the South's President Moon Jae-in said, downplaying rumours over Kim's health following his absence from a key anniversary. The adviser said that Kim had been staying in Wonsan -- a resort town in the country's east -- since April 13.

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The boy who photographed La Belle Époque of France

Jacques Henri Lartigue documented La Belle Époque of France.

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Saudi Arabia to end executions for crimes committed by minors, says commission

The Human Rights Commission says people who committed crimes as minors will no longer be executed.

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Jack Ma: The billionaire trying to stop coronavirus (and fix China's reputation)

How Jack Ma's growing clout during the coronavirus crisis may put him in the sights of China's jealous leaders.

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Why so much US resistance to lockdown?

The protesters have made global headlines but it's ideology not economics driving them.

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Rare glimpse into El Salvador's overcrowded prisons

A rare glimpse into El Salvador's notoriously overcrowded prisons.

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Ken Walibora: How Kenya's 'king' of Swahili writing inspired me

Ken Walibora died on 10 April and left behind a generation of Kenyans who grew up on his books.

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Coronavirus: Is it too early to expand our 'social bubbles'?

New Zealand is relaxing some social distancing measures, but is it safe for other nations?

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A visual guide to the economic impact

Key maps and charts explain how the virus has impacted markets and businesses around the world.

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Miandad, Akram To Hold Online Sessions To Inspire Budding Cricketers

The PCB revealed that senior players like Javed Miandad and Wasim Akram will be holding online sessions with current and emerging cricketers in the country to help them remain focused in the wake of...

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Saqlain Mushtaq "Surprised" By Ravichandran Ashwin's Exclusion From ODIs

Saqlain Mushtaq fails to understand how a proven performer like Ravichandran Ashwin has been kept out of India's limited-overs set-up

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Russia coronavirus cases surpass 80,000; death toll at 747

Russia has registered record 6,361 new coronavirus cases over the past 24 hours, bringing the total to 80,949, the national coronavirus response center said on Sunday. The country's COVID-19 death toll has increased by 66 to 747.

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"Every Cricketer In The World Wants To Play Under MS Dhoni": Mohit Sharma

Describing MS Dhoni's special quality, Mohit Sharma said the former India skipper always takes responsibility of a loss by attending media sessions himself, while sends the match-winner to attend...

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Per Olov Enquist: Swedish author dies at the age of 85

He penned more than 20 novels, plays and essays which won a number of awards at home and abroad.

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Boris Johnson to be back to work at Downing Street from Monday

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will return to work at 10 Downing Street in London on Monday, three weeks after he was admitted to a hospital here as his coronavirus symptoms worsened.

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ICC Congratulates Pakistan's Sana Mir For ''Excellent Career''

Former Pakistan women's cricket team captain Sana Mir recently announced her retirement from international cricket.

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Pak denies preparing vaccine for COVID-19; cases cross 12,000

Pakistan on Saturday clarified that no vaccine was being prepared after reports emerged that the country was on the verge of developing it with the help of China even as the coronavirus cases climbed to 12,644. Advisor on health Zafar Mirza said that currently there was no coronavirus vaccine in Pakistan and no work of any kind was going on for its development.

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"Remember The Name": RCB Director Impressed With 6-Year-Old's Technique

The coronavirus lockdown has confined majority of the population to their houses and young kids like Swara Gurav have no choice but to hone their skills playing indoors.

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After Pujara Shares What He Misses Most In Lockdown, Dhawan Trolls Him

Shikhar Dhawan gave Cheteshwar Pujara a friendly reminder of the dressing room banter that the batsman is missing out on.

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South Korea reports 10 new coronavirus cases

The state-run Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the additionally reported cases brought the country's total to 10,728 with 242 deaths. It says 8,717 patients have recovered and been released from quarantine. South Korea has recently relaxed some of its social distancing rules, but officials have still raised worries about possible transmissions by "quiet spreaders."

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"Real Pain": Pat Cummins Names This Indian As Toughest Batsman To Bowl To

During a Q&A session on Instagram, Pat Cummins was asked who was the "toughest batter to bowl to" in world cricket.

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"Bahut Mehengi Padi": Hardik Pandya On 'Koffee With Karan' Controversy

Dinesh Karthik caught up with Mumbai Indians all-rounders Hardik and Krunal Pandya in an Instagram Live session.

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Watch: Warner, Wearing Full Australian Gear, Puts On A Show With Family

David Warner performed a dance routine along with wife Candice and two of their daughters.

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Coronavirus: Naomi Campbell and African artists entertain fans online

Big-name celebrities and artists have been going online to entertain their fans during the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Can these robot roommates liven up lockdown?

The BBC's Cody Godwin invites some robots to entertain her - and her dog Bogart - during lockdown.

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Thousands demonstrate against Israeli coalition deal

The protesters on Saturday oppose having Netanyahu as prime minister as long as he is a criminal suspect. The protesters say the unity government agreement, which gives Netanyahu influence over the appointment of judges and legal officials, “crushes democracy” and is meant to rescue Netanyahu from his legal troubles.

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Beijing bans 'uncivilised' behaviour to improve public hygiene

Beijing has banned "uncivilised" behaviour such as not covering the mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, the city government said Sunday, in a new set of regulations to improve public hygiene amid the coronavirus outbreak.

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Yemen war: Separatists declare autonomous rule in south

The Yemeni government has warned of "dangerous and catastrophic consequences" of the move.

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Coronavirus: New York to allow tests in pharmacies

Testing remains a key problem across the US but some states have started to lift restrictions.

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As coronavirus crisis ravages Pakistan, military trumps Imran Khan

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has been trumped by the country's powerful military yet again, this time over his government's inadequate steps and its poor response in curbing the coronavirus outbreak in the country, even as cases soared over 12,500.

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Russia ignores Ukraine's unilateral ceasefire and attacks kindergarten

Ukraine's president says Russia has "spurned the ceasefire" and Kyiv is deciding on further action to take. from BBC News ht...