212 deaths in Gaza, including 100 women and children
US President Joe Biden has voiced his support for a ceasefire after eight days of violence between Israel and Palestinian militants in Gaza. Mr Biden...
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Covid cases at Everest base camp raise fears of serious outbreak
Mountaineers and authorities at Everest base camp in Nepal have told the BBC they are seeing rising numbers of climbers with Covid-19 symptoms and rising...
Is there an antidote to ‘digital intensity’?
Since the pandemic hit, we’ve been using more digital tools to work longer hours, creating a cognitive load that’s tough on our brains. How do...
Oscars 2021: 19 geeky facts from Borat to Boseman
After an awards season which has dragged on even longer than some of the nominated films, the Oscars finally take place this Sunday. The 2021...
EXPERT ADVICE FOR A HEALTHY RAMADAN 2021 DURING COVID-19 FROM INTERNATIONAL SOS
Ahead of the Ramadan season, anticipated to begin on 12 April until 13 May, International SOS, provides health tips for employees observing the holy month...
Why India and Nepal’s forest fires are worrying scientists
The lush-green mountains in the background usually make the famous Nainital lake in Uttarakhand state of northern India more picturesque. But for several weeks now...
Prince Philip has died aged 99, Buckingham Palace announces
Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth II’s husband, has died aged 99, Buckingham Palace has announced. In a statement shortly after midday, the palace said: “His Royal...
Beijing now has more billionaires than any city
Beijing is now home to more billionaires than any other city in the world, according to the latest Forbes’ annual rich list. The Chinese capital...
Floods and landslides in Indonesia and East Timor kill more than 100
At least 101 people have died after flash floods and landslides hit Indonesia and East Timor on Sunday. Torrential rain sparked widespread destruction in the...
Mafia fugitive caught after posting cooking show on YouTube
A fugitive Italian gangster’s urge to show off his cooking skills has landed him in jail after seven years on the run. Italian police tracked...
