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Coronavirus: What it does to the body

Chinese doctors detail the impact the new coronavirus has on patients.

Coronavirus: China shares in biggest fall in four years

The Shanghai index closes nearly 8% lower as investors weigh the impact of the outbreak.

China due to introduce face scans for mobile users

Beijing wants people to use only real identities online but there is concern over data collection.

Renewable energy: Rise in global wind speed to boost green power

Rising winds could increase energy production from turbines by a third over the next decade.

Cyber Monday expected to rake in 'record US sales'

Retailers are poised for bumper Cyber Monday sales in the US after a record-breaking Black Friday.

Sperm whale dies with 100kg 'litter ball' in its stomach

Fishing nets and rope were among the debris found inside the whale which stranded on the Isle of Harris.

Booby traps: Man in Maine killed by own device

The 65-year-old in the US state of Maine had rigged a door to fire a handgun should anyone enter.

Brazil's Bolsonaro says DiCaprio gave cash 'to set Amazon on fire'

The Hollywood actor dismisses Jair Bolsonaro's claim he "gave money to set the Amazon on fire".

Amazon pulls Auschwitz-themed Christmas ornaments

Poland's Auschwitz Memorial called on the retailer to halt sales of the "disturbing" merchandise

Meng Wanzhou: Oil paintings and books for Huawei executive fighting extradition

Meng Wanzhou is fighting extradition to the US on charges of violating sanctions against Iran.

New Orleans shooting: Eleven victims near French Quarter

The incident took place in the early hours on the well-known Canal St, police said.

Russia's Taymyr plan: Arctic coal for India risks pollution

A huge wildlife haven is at risk as Russian coal ships exploit melting Arctic ice in Siberia.

Goo Hara and the trauma of South Korea's spy cam victims

Goo Hara's death shows it's often the victims of spy cams who are punished the most.

India vet murder: Outrage mounts over Hyderabad rape killing

The 27-year-old's death in the southern city of Hyderabad has sparked furious protests.

Climate change: COP25 talks to open as 'point of no return' in sight

Politicians and diplomats meet in Spain as scientists and charities say urgent steps are needed.

AS Roma: Why did Italian club decide to announce signings alongside missing children?

This summer, Italian club Roma began announcing their transfer signings alongside images of missing children. This is why.

Huawei: Trouble overseas but boom time in China

While Huawei tech is blocked in the US, it is helping build one of the world biggest 5G networks at home.

Femicide: New French action amid protests - but is it enough?

France announces new action to counter domestic killings, but many of those protesting remain sceptical.

What we can all learn from this deathbed photo

An image of Norbert Schemm sipping a beer with loved ones spurs others to share final goodbye stories.

Argentina: Catholic priests jailed for abusing deaf children

The case shocks Argentina as people accuse the Church of turning a blind eye.