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10th Night of Protest Follows Somber Memorial June 5, 2020
Thousands of demonstrators poured into streets across the nation, marching over the Brooklyn Bridge and gathering outside City Hall in Seattle.
At George Floyd Memorial, an Anguished Call for Change June 5, 2020
Flanked by the family of Mr. Floyd, the Rev. Al Sharpton said, “It’s time to stand up and say, ‘Get your knee off our necks.’”
Surging Coronavirus Caseloads Put Strongmen on the Back Foot June 5, 2020
Two major Covid-19 studies were retracted. The Trump administration will require states to report demographic data around infections.
Trump, On George Floyd Protests, Tests a Role He’s Long Admired: A Strongman June 4, 2020
The president’s unapologetic calls for force, and his efforts to bring the military into his political line, follow a strongman’s playbook. It’s a risky move for him, and for democracy.
What to Expect from the May Jobs Report: Live Updates June 5, 2020
The latest on stock market and business news during the coronavirus outbreak.
A Crisis That Began With an Image of Police Violence Keeps Providing More June 5, 2020
Chaos in the streets and the ubiquity of cellphones have created a disturbing array of videos reflecting violent police behavior.
Six Dead in Apparent Murder-Suicide in San Antonio June 5, 2020
A couple and their four children were found in the family’s garage, apparently having suffered intentional carbon monoxide poisoning, the police said.
Buffalo Police Officers Suspended After Shoving 75-Year-Old Protester June 5, 2020
The protester, who was seen on video motionless on the ground and bleeding from his ear, was in serious condition late Thursday.

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Coronavirus live news: Brazil death toll passes Italy; virus 'under control' in France, says government adviser June 5, 2020
New York urges protesters to get tested; Turkey announces weekend lockdown in 15 cities; US jobless claims pass 42mBrazil infections pass 600,000 as death toll passes Italy’s South Africa sees record jump in casesUK coronavirus updates – liveAustralia coronavirus updates – liveCoronavirus latest: at a glanceSee all our coronavirus coverage 10.10am BST The Ph […]
Covid-19: Lancet retracts paper that halted hydroxychloroquine trials June 4, 2020
Retraction made after Guardian investigation found inconsistencies in dataHow doubt snowballed over Covid-19 drug researchCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageThe Lancet paper that halted global trials of hydroxychloroquine for Covid-19 because of fears of increased deaths has been retracted after a Guardian investigation found inconsi […]
Global report: South Africa records biggest jump in Covid-19 cases since pandemic hit June 5, 2020
Brazil surges past 600,000 cases as death toll jumps Italy’s; New York governor urges protesters to be tested; Turkey imposes weekend lockdownCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageSouth Africa has reported a record jump in new Covid-19 cases – nearly 80% higher than its previous daily record – as the the country gradually eases its lock […]
'Can't quite believe it': New Zealand tiptoes towards elimination of coronavirus June 4, 2020
With an anonymous woman in Auckland the last confirmed case, scientists expect to be able to declare next week that the nation is virus-freeCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageAs health officials announce each new day of no new Covid-19 cases, social media explodes with New Zealanders celebrating the news.“That feeling like you got aw […]
German prisoner is ‘strongest Madeleine McCann suspect yet’ June 4, 2020
Police in UK, Portugal and Germany launch joint appeal for information about Christian BrücknerDetectives in three countries have appealed for evidence in relation to the strongest suspect they have had in 13 years to the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, as German authorities said they believe she is dead.Circumstantial evidence has convinced detectives th […]
Business leaders demand delay to Irish Sea border checks June 5, 2020
Six months needed to prepare for Brexit border checks, warn Northern Ireland business groupsNorthern Ireland business groups are calling for a six month delay to Brexit checks in the Irish Sea saying that Boris Johnson’s late admission that he is legally obliged to implement them has left them no time to prepare for the December cliff edge.They have also hit […]
'Get your knee off our necks’ Sharpton delivers moving eulogy at Floyd memorial June 5, 2020
Minneapolis memorial is first of three around the countryProtesters also gather outside court where three officers are dueGeorge Floyd killing – latest US updatesSee all our George Floyd coverageThe family of George Floyd and invitees gathered amid sobs and bubbling rage on Thursday afternoon in Minneapolis for the first of three memorial services across the […]
Rio Tinto blames 'misunderstanding' for destruction of 46,000-year-old Aboriginal site June 5, 2020
Iron ore chief says company has ‘taken accountability’ for destroying site in blast to expand Brockman 4 mineThe head of Rio Tinto’s iron ore division said he has “taken accountability” for the destruction of a 46,000-year-old Aboriginal heritage site but refused to give a direct answer when asked if the company knew traditional owners did not want the rock […]

The BBC

George Floyd: Videos of police brutality during protests shock US June 5, 2020
Cases emerge of police mistreatment amid unrest over the death of African American George Floyd.
George Floyd protests: Ex-top general rebukes Trump's troops threat June 5, 2020
Gen Martin Dempsey denounces the president's threat to use troops to suppress ongoing civil unrest.
Coronavirus: AstraZeneca to begin making potential vaccine June 5, 2020
AstraZeneca says it could provide two billion doses of a potential vaccine, helped by backing from Bill Gates.
Samoan rugby team that set off 104 days ago still not home June 5, 2020
While waiting for flights to resume, 20 players shared a single room in Auckland for three months.
Coronavirus: Influential study on hydroxychloroquine withdrawn June 4, 2020
Researchers flagged concerns with data after suggesting hydroxychloroquine increased the risk of death.
Australian police seek ban on Black Lives Matter rally over coronavirus June 5, 2020
The prospect of thousands of people gathering in one place poses a coronavirus risk, they argue.
Ahmaud Arbery: White man 'used racial slur' after shooting black jogger June 4, 2020
A judge has ruled that there is enough evidence to try three suspects for Ahmaud Arbery's murder.
NBA: Disney World Resort set to host rest of 2020 season June 4, 2020
The remainder of the NBA season will be played at Florida's Disney World Resort from 31 July.

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