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The site is still a work in progress, so expect new countries to be added over time.

World News Headlines

Mali president dissolves constitutional court amid unrest
on July 12, 2020
President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita is attempting to calm unrest that saw four people killed on Friday.
Coronavirus: Thousands protest in Israel over handling of economy
on July 12, 2020
Thousands have rallied against what they say is hardship caused by the mishandling of the crisis.
Coronavirus: Donald Trump finally wears mask in public
on July 11, 2020
The US president previously said he could not see himself wearing a mask in public.
Coronavirus: The chaplains toiling on the frontlines
on July 11, 2020
Spiritual care workers have been thrust onto the frontlines in new ways during this global pandemic.
Coronavirus: Fake cures in Latin America’s deadly outbreak
on July 11, 2020
The desperate search for a cure has led people to 'harmful and ineffective' alternatives online.
Russian journalists in shock as FSB hunts enemy within
on July 11, 2020
Colleagues say Ivan Safronov's arrest for spying is absurd and it has prompted talk of "spy mania".
Mexico crime: Could this become the bloodiest year on record?
on July 11, 2020
On 7 June, an astonishing 117 murders were recorded, making it the most violent day of the year so far.
Chop in Seattle: Why this police-free protest zone ultimately failed
on July 11, 2020
On 8 June protesters set up a police-free protest zone in the city. Less than a month later, it had been dismantled.
George Floyd: 'If you don't break the chain, then who will?'
on July 11, 2020
Across the US, street artists have been inspired by the death of George Floyd earlier this year.
Hong Kong security law: Why we are taking our BNOs and leaving
on July 11, 2020
As China enforces new restrictions, some are turning to their British National (Overseas) passport.
Saving one of the world's rarest antelope
on July 11, 2020
There are fewer than 500 hirola living in the wild, down from thousands just 40 years ago.
Walt Disney World reopens in Florida amid Covid-19 surge
on July 11, 2020
Visitors are required to wear masks, socially distance and have temperature checks on arrival.
Coronavirus: Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan tests positive
on July 11, 2020
The actor, 77, and his son were taken to Mumbai's Nanavati hospital.
South African church attack: Five dead after 'hostage situation'
on July 11, 2020
The church, on the outskirts of Johannesburg, was attacked amid reports of fighting over leadership.
Islamic State inmate who grew up in London 'killed in Syria'
on July 11, 2020
The London man is the first Islamic State supporter from the UK to die in Syrian Democratic Forces custody.
Hagia Sophia: World Council of Churches appeals to Turkey on mosque decision
on July 11, 2020
The World Council of Churches says returning the Turkish landmark to a mosque is mistaken.
Srebrenica: Bosnia marks 25 years since massacre
on July 11, 2020
A funeral is held for recently identified victims as part of a memorial ceremony for the atrocity.
Srebrenica: Scaled-back ceremony marks 25 years since massacre
on July 11, 2020
Restrictions put in place to slow the spread of coronavirus meant fewer dignitaries were able to attend the ceremony.
Shark kills teenage surfer in Australia's New South Wales
on July 11, 2020
Nearby by surfers rushed to his aid but first aid efforts on the beach failed to save his life.
Russia far east protest over Khabarovsk governor's arrest
on July 11, 2020
Thousands rally on the streets of Khabarovsk as a regional leader is accused of contract killings.
Roger Stone: Critics blast Trump for commuting ex-adviser's jail term
on July 11, 2020
Democrats condemn the US president's decision to spare ex-adviser and friend Roger Stone from prison.
'Our Irish island is the last stop before America'
on July 11, 2020
A couple from Dublin has set up home on Great Blasket Island off the cost of County Kerry.
Nigeria: 11-year old dancer challenges ballet stereotypes
on July 10, 2020
11-year-old Anthony Mmesoma Madu is challenging ballet stereotypes.
Killing Eve: How author Luke Jennings created Villanelle
on July 8, 2020
We speak to the man who created the character of Villanelle, author Luke Jennings.
Shooting celebrities: Thirty years behind the lens
on July 7, 2020
Celebrity portrait photographer Andy Gotts celebrates 30 years behind the camera.
Cancel culture: What unites young people against Obama and Trump
on July 7, 2020
The push to bring down memorials has renewed criticisms of "cancel culture" from current and past presidents.
Iran's female gamers face challenges to stay online
on July 6, 2020
There's been a lockdown gaming boom – but in Iran it's been difficult to stay connected.