2020-08-09

Greece

Seven killed in floods after torrential downpours on Greek island

Authorities in the Greek island of Evia say seven people have died and dozens remain trapped in their homes and cars after flash floods caused by a torrential downpour.

09/08/2020

World News

Coronavirus: Britain records more than 1,000 new COVID-19 cases

The UK reported 1,062 new cases of coronavirus on Sunday, the highest number of new cases since late June.

09/08/2020

Mauritius

Mauritius races to contain oil spill and protect coastline

The Indian Ocean island's prime minister declared a state of emergency and appealed for international help after a ship leaked oil on a coral reef.

09/08/2020

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Seven dead after storm causes flooding on Greek island

Torrential rains and floods swept the Greek island of Evia, killing seven, damaging dozens of houses and blocking roads.

09/08/2020

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Chinese 'robotaxis' take riders for a spin

As technology companies race to put self-driving vehicles on the road, some Chinese companies are launching taxi pilot projects in cities.

09/08/2020

Belarus

Belarus election: Protests break out after disputed presidential vote

The presidential election was marked by a crackdown on opposition candidates and widespread anti-government protests.

09/08/2020

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Enormous Chinese string dance show sets world record

The World Record Certification Agency said it's "the biggest one around the world".

09/08/2020

World News

Brazil COVID-19 death toll passes 100,000

Brazil is the second-most impacted country by COVID-19 with more than three million cases and 100,000 deaths.

09/08/2020

World News

International donors say aid to Lebanon should come with reform

France and the United Nations are leading an international donor conference to pool resources for Beirut following last week's deadly explosion.

09/08/2020

Ireland

Ireland closes off three regions to stem 'merciless' coronavirus

Movement has been restricted and restaurants, as well as sport and entertainment venues, have been closed for two weeks in the counties of Kildare, Laois and Offaly.

09/08/2020

Japan

Nagasaki pleads for nuclear ban on 75th anniversary of US bombing

"The true horror of nuclear weapons has not yet been adequately conveyed to the world at large", said Nagasaki's mayor Tomihisa Taue.

09/08/2020

Czech Republic

Eleven dead in Czech building fire

Authorities said the fire might have been set deliberately. One person has been arrested in connection with the incident.

09/08/2020

Green News

Disposable masks pose a real environmental threat

An increasing number of eco-friendly PPEs are available made from materials such as fishing net and wood pulp.

09/08/2020