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Uganda's Kanungu cult massacre that killed 700 followers
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Uganda's Kanungu cult massacre that killed 700 followers
Twenty years ago, they were locked inside a church that was set on fire in south-west Uganda.
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Coronavirus: How are lockdowns and other measures being enforced?
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How are virus lockdowns being enforced?
From fines, to prison, to deportation - measures in the global battle against coronavirus.
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Coronavirus: Stars join the fight against Covid-19
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Stars join in coronavirus fight
From elbow greetings to hand-washing songs, celebs are offering their own versions of virus advice.
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Climate change: The rich are to blame, international study finds
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Climate change: The rich are to blame, international study finds
The Leeds University study looked at 86 countries and came to broadly the same conclusions about the rich.
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Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson released from coronavirus treatment
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Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson released from hospital
Meanwhile, fellow actor Idris Elba announces he has the virus - telling followers "no panic".
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World stocks rocked by record volatility
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Coronavirus: Stocks bounce as volatility continues
Markets rise as policymakers launch fresh stimulus measures to tackle the impact of the virus.
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Coronavirus: Hong Kong to quarantine all arrivals from abroad
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Coronavirus: Hong Kong to quarantine all arrivals from abroad
Hong Kong has seen 57 new infections over the past two weeks, 50 of which were imported.
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Amazon on hiring spree as coronavirus spurs demand
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Amazon: Staff told to work overtime as virus spikes demand
Unions say the retailer is putting "profit before safety" as it tells some warehouse staff to work overtime.
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Coronavirus: Australian supermarkets open early for elderly shoppers
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Australian supermarkets open early for older shoppers
Woolworths has started a special "elderly hour" for older shoppers and those with disabilities.
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Coronavirus: UK to unveil new financial measures to support economy
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Coronavirus: UK businesses feel impact of latest measures
Changes to daily life and the economy hit ahead of a government announcement on spending.
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Coronavirus: Australian scientists map how immune system fights virus
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Coronavirus: Australian scientists map how immune system fights virus
Australian researchers identify four types of immune cells which present in response to Covid-19.
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Coronavirus: German Big Brother contestants to be told about pandemic
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Coronavirus: German Big Brother cast told about pandemic live on TV
Some of the housemates - who hadn't been told about the pandemic - expressed fear for their parents.
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England bowler Archer condemns racist abuse on social media
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Jofra Archer: England bowler condemns racist abuse on social media
England bowler Jofra Archer condemns racist abuse on social media after posting a series of messages he has received.
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Japan still planning 'complete' Tokyo Olympics
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Coronavirus: Japan still planning 'complete' Tokyo Olympics
Japan's Olympic minister says the country is still planning for a "complete" hosting of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and will be held on time with spectators in attendance.
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Nemanja Matic: Manchester United trigger extension in midfielder's contract
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Nemanja Matic: Manchester United trigger extension in midfielder's contract
Manchester United trigger a clause to extend midfielder Nemanja Matic's contract by one year until 2021.
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Iran students sorry for ‘raining aubergines’ videos
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Iran students sorry for ‘raining aubergines’ videos
The videos, which went viral, showed vegetables raining down on cars and people’s heads.
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Cats movie loses big time at the Razzie Awards
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Cats movie loses big time at the Razzie Awards
The widely derided film version of the hit stage musical gets six "awards" including worst picture.
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Trump angers Beijing with 'Chinese virus' tweet
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Trump angers Beijing with 'Chinese virus' tweet
The US president used the term despite warnings to avoid stigmatising one region or group.
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Euro 2020 postponed until next summer, says the Norwegian FA
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Euro 2020 postponed until 2021
Euro 2020 is postponed by one year until 2021 because of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Coronavirus: Horse racing in the UK suspended until end of April
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Coronavirus: Horse racing in Great Britain suspended until end of April
All horse racing in Great Britain will be suspended from Wednesday until the end of April because of the coronavirus outbreak.
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Coronavirus: Spanish deaths surge close to 500
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Coronavirus: European Union seals borders to most outsiders
The unprecedented 30-day travel ban will bar foreign travellers, with some exceptions.