Do you know where plastic waste in the oceans is coming from?
The Ocean Cleanup suggests plastic pollution comes from more rivers in the world than previously thought. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2RblQ80 via IFTTT
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Grammy Awards scrap controversial voting committees
The anonymous committees had been accused of a lack of transparency and inclusivity in their choices. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ufbcfi via IFTTT
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By Daisuke Wakabayashi and Cayce Clifford from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/3u25eOy via IFTTT
India's over-18s vaccination to start
The drive has begun to lag at a time when a second deadly wave is devastating the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2OcL3hp via IFTTT
Covid: Australians could face jail or fines if they return from India
Australia makes it temporarily illegal to return from India, which is being ravaged by Covid-19. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ueMdZy via IFTTT
Florida plans to fine social media for banning politicians
The Florida bill proposes fines up to $250,000 per day for companies which violate the rules. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2R9GYvo via IFTTT
Singapore: What's it like in the best place to live during Covid?
As the pandemic continues to devastate, one Asian island has emerged as the best place to ride it out. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eJrztU via IFTTT
Covid: Pakistan fears 'Impending doom' threatens Pakistan
A slow vaccine roll out, no lockdown and large gatherings are concerning doctors in Pakistan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gSR3aT via IFTTT
How a Nigerian mother fought to hold on to her child in Italy
A Nigerian woman in Italy nearly lost her son as the authorities questioned her parenting style. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3uaGBPE via IFTTT
Alaska's first CSI takes on blood and burglaries in sub-zero weather
Shasta Pomeroy isn't only the first Fairbanks crime scene investigator, she's the first in the state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2S77YvV via IFTTT
India's Covid vaccine shortage: The desperate wait gets longer
India is facing a severe shortage of vaccines amid a relentless second Covid wave. How did this happen? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xBE17y via IFTTT
France-Algeria relations: The lingering fallout from nuclear tests in the Sahara
France says the tests were carried out in uninhabited areas but local residents beg to differ. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nni07P via IFTTT
Israel stampede: Chaotic scenes as dozens dead at religious festival
Dozens have been killed and many wounded after a stampede at an Israeli religious festival. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3t6N8d5 via IFTTT
India Covid: Delhi seeks more cremation space as deaths rise
Police in India's capital ask for more cremation sites as a fatal second wave sweeps the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vuu75N via IFTTT
BBC business newsGiants Tencent, Bytedance among companies reined in by China
Beijing for years took a hands off approach towards tech firms, but it is now stepping up scrutiny. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gMpOPe via IFTTT
Ghislaine Maxwell: Lawyers release photo that shows bruised face
Lawyers release a photo of the British socialite with what looks like bruising under her left eye. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Sau5S9 via IFTTT
Israel stampede: Dozens killed in crush at religious festival
Emergency services confirm dozens have been killed and many more wounded in north-east Israel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gOf3Ma via IFTTT
India Covid: A nurse's story of fighting the virus
A nurse at the forefront of the battle against the pandemic shares her story with the BBC. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nvR0De via IFTTT
Xueli Abbing: The abandoned baby who became a Vogue model
The 16-year-old's albinism led to her being abandoned as a baby but she is now a successful model. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3e6ovZP via IFTTT
The ransomware surge ruining lives
A coalition is calling for action from governments as victims describe crippling cyber-attacks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2R9dr59 via IFTTT
'It's your device, you should be able to repair it'
The BBC talks to the volunteers running free workshops to help consumers fix broken gadgets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eI10VV via IFTTT
BBC business newsBT confirms talks over the future of its sports business
The telecoms giant is in "early discussions" with a number of potential partners. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Se9v3u via IFTTT
El Risitas: Man behind 'Spanish laughing guy' meme dies
Spanish comedian Juan Joya Borja, known as The Giggles, was famous for his infectious laughter. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aLTXdA via IFTTT
BBC business newsCoronavirus: NatWest says loan defaults lower than expected
Fewer customers than expected are defaulting due to the pandemic, say NatWest Group and Standard Chartered. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/32WKj3o via IFTTT
Britney Spears fans jubilant at news she will address court
Fans celebrated outside a California courthouse after news emerged that Britney Spears would speak in court. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nwY7LE via IFTTT
BBC business newsHeathrow Airport's losses deepen as Covid impact continues
The UK's biggest airport says it has now lost £2.4bn since the start of the pandemic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3vq92JO via IFTTT
West Bengal: India state elections go ahead as deaths hit record high
Voters go to the polls for state elections despite the state the country witnessing a second wave. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nxSsoM via IFTTT
China launches first module of new space station
It's a major step in China's ambitions to rival the United States and Russia in space exploration. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3e2nthu via IFTTT
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By J. David Goodman, Jesse McKinley and Danny Hakim from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3gIs1ew via IFTTT
Biden pitches 'once in a generation investment' to Congress
The president lays out jobs, education and social care plans and says "America's on the move again". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eGBctc via IFTTT
BBC business newsSamsung: Handsets push profits to pre-pandemic highs
Samsung Electronics strong profits were dented by disappointing results for its chips business. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3u6jCFq via IFTTT
Covid: Turkey prepares for its first full lockdown
Turkey was seen as a success story early in the pandemic but now has the highest infection rate in Europe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aNnq6U via IFTTT
India Covid-19: Deadly second wave spreads from cities to small towns
The virus is spreading to remote corners of India where healthcare is poor and the crisis under-reported. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gNcOZK via IFTTT
They are killing our forest, Brazilian tribe warns
The Awa, who have been called "the most threatened tribe on earth", face fresh challenges in Brazil. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nzB3f9 via IFTTT
The 'forgotten' Afghan refugees taking their own lives
Many Afghan refugees who spent years stranded in Indonesia awaiting resettlement have lost hope. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3eBoKes via IFTTT
Zac Easter: He left his brain behind to save others from his fate
Zac Easter killed himself at the age of 24, having suffered for years from a debilitating disease caused by the sport he loved. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/33499OR via IFTTT
India's Covid crisis: 'I lost my unborn child and wife on the same day'
As India battles a fierce Covid second wave, two people who are grieving share their stories. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2QGjpu9 via IFTTT
BBC business newsAustralia warns Google and Apple over app stores
Australia's regulator wants the two tech giants to open up their app stores to more competition. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gKMzTK via IFTTT
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By Roni Caryn Rabin, Emily Anthes and Sheryl Gay Stolberg from NYT Health https://ift.tt/32Q851d via IFTTT
Biden to sell historic spending plans in speech to Congress
Speaking on the eve of his 100th day in office, the Democrat will propose $4tn (£2.9tn) in spending. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Pt0ySO via IFTTT
Australia warns Google and Apple over app stores
Australia's regulator wants the two tech giants to open up their app stores to more competition. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gKMzTK via IFTTT
Richard Pusey: Australian jailed for filming dying officers
Richard Pusey is sentenced to 10 months jail for filming dying police officers at a crash scene. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2PsBR91 via IFTTT
Mon Laferte: Chile's pop export on repression and injustice
Musician Mon Laferte is releasing her first album since speaking out about the country's protests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aI95Zs via IFTTT
Kuwait: Murder spurs demands for greater safety for women
The killing by the woman's alleged harasser fuels outrage over women's safety in the Gulf state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dX9w4j via IFTTT
Kenyans bitter over al-Qaeda US embassy compensation snub
Kenyan victims of 1998 US embassy bombing lament exclusion from $335m compensation deal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3nrrJtE via IFTTT
Why India's Covid crisis matters to the whole world
The situation in India is a bleak reminder that none of us will be safe until everyone is safe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32UAqDG via IFTTT
India coronavirus: Can it make enough vaccines to meet demand?
India is facing a surge in Covid cases while attempting to ramp up its own vaccine programme. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35rGhSj via IFTTT
BBC business newsDemand high as cruises gear up for a restart
Cruises around England can resume in May, and operator Fred Olsen says it's already sold two thirds of its capacity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3npKlKP via IFTTT
BBC business newsElectric cars: What will happen to all the dead batteries?
In the next 10 years millions of old electric car batteries will need to be recycled or discarded. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3xuBKv4 via IFTTT
BBC business newsHeathrow 'disproportionate' funding bid rejected
Regulator says a request to recover £2.6bn lost through Covid is 'not in the interest of consumers'. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3npE9SR via IFTTT
BBC business newsCity of London to convert offices into homes in post-Covid revamp
The City of London Corporation set out plans on Tuesday to create 1,500 new residential units by 2030. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3nnpDLB via IFTTT
India Covid-19: Delhi adds makeshift crematoriums as deaths climb
India's capital struggles to find space to cremate its dead during the second wave of the pandemic. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3aFU1vi via IFTTT
French warn UK ahead of vote on Brexit trade deal
French concern over fishing rights overshadows a key European Parliament vote on EU-UK trade. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dUK4fB via IFTTT
Israel committing crimes of apartheid and persecution - HRW
The Israeli foreign ministry rejects Human Rights Watch's allegation as "preposterous and false". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3tUo8Xy via IFTTT
BBC business newsWhitbread: Premier Inn owner braces for strong 'staycation' demand
Whitbread, which also owns Beefeater, expects a summer bounce as Covid restrictions ease on 17 May. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3vpXV3k via IFTTT
BBC business newsVegan butchers: Could one be opening on your high street?
Is the arrival of vegan butchers on high streets the logical next step in the fake meat trend? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3gIwuOq via IFTTT
India Covid: First UK aid arrives as coronavirus deaths mount
Oxygen equipment lands in Delhi but far more is needed to tackle a devastating Covid wave nationwide. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xlLxU5 via IFTTT
BBC business newsHSBC rebounds with 79% surge in quarterly profit
It's a major turnaround for the lender, which saw profits fall last year due to Covid-19. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2QYeYe4 via IFTTT
BBC business newsTesla: Bitcoin sales, environmental credits boost profits
But the carmaker's profits were dented by a $299m payment to Tesla boss Elon Musk. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/3tW3Ixu via IFTTT
