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Roman Polanski: Actress walkout as he wins best director at 'French Oscars'

Several actresses leave 'French Oscars' ceremony after Roman Polanski wins prize for best director.

Coronavirus: Unexplained West Coast cases raise fears in US

Three cases involving people with no connection with affected countries are found on the West Coast.

Afghan conflict: US and Taliban sign deal to end 18-year war

The US and its Nato allies have vowed to withdraw all troops if the Taliban uphold their commitments.

Coronavirus: Quarantined inside Italy's red zone

What is life like for a family living in one of Italy's quarantined villages?

Coronavirus: Iran's deaths at least 210, hospital sources say

The tally by BBC Persian is six times higher than the health ministry's official death toll of 34.

Coronavirus: Global shares suffer worst week since financial crisis

US shares slide as fears over the impact of the coronavirus continue to grip investors.

Coronavirus: Risk of spread upgraded to highest level

The World Health Organization says healthcare systems are still unprepared, but containment is possible.

Tim Cook says Apple's first Indian store to open 2021

The iPhone maker lags behind competitors in the world's second largest mobile phone market.

Coronavirus: Microsoft warns of hit to computer sales

Microsoft is the latest tech firm to warn of disruption as suppliers are hit by coronavirus shutdown.

Canada to stop paying Harry and Meghan's security

The government confirmed it will cease providing security for the couple "in the coming weeks".

Taylor Swift literally plays The Man in new video

The singer wears a beard, wig and suit and sings about the joys of being male in the music business.

Coronavirus in Europe: epidemic or 'infodemic'?

Italy suffers losses as the epicentre of coronavirus in Europe, as infections spread to more countries.

China may send ducks to battle Pakistan's locust swarms

The hungry ducks could be sent to eat the insects that are devouring crops in Pakistan, experts say.

Ten-year-old in Houston, Texas accidentally shot by babysitter

The babysitter had been taking selfies with the weapon when the shooting occurred on Tuesday.

Coronavirus: Japan to close all schools to halt spread

The month-long closure will affect 13 million students, the government says.

Coronavirus: How China is keeping busy during quarantine

Businesses in China are turning to live streaming apps and messaging groups to try and sell their products.

Creator of New York City subway map Michael Hertz dies

His re-design is credited with boosting ridership and making the map more visually representative.

Coronavirus cases surge to 400 in Italy

Europe's worst-hit country reports a rise of 25% in a day, as the virus spreads fast outside China.

Five dead in Milwaukee shooting at Molson Coors beer company

The gunman dies from "self-inflicted wounds" during the shooting in the mid-western Wisconsin state.

Hong Kong to give cash gift of $1,200 to residents

Officials hope it will boost spending as the city's economy struggles after a tumultuous year.