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EU accuses Turkey of using desperate migrants ‘for political purposes’
Foreign ministers issued a statement as clashes between Greek riot police and people attempting to cross the border erupted again.
Hotel used for Coronavirus quarantine collapses with 70 people trapped in rubble in China
Several people are reported trapped in the rubble in the south-eastern city of Quanzhou.
Coronavirus UK – Hospital visitors stealing hand sanitiser amid coronavirus fears
Bosses at Northampton General Hospital said three wall-mounted dispensers had been ripped off.
Queen to ‘distance herself’ from Dubai ruler following court case
The High Court ruled Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum abducted two of his daughters against their will.
Female refugees face dire situation after aid workers flee Lesbos
Two British humanitarian workers described the challenges facing refugees as the world prepares to mark International Women’s Day.
Brexit perfect opportunity to ban supertrawlers from UK waters, say campaigners
The controversial factory ships can be hundreds of feet long and ‘vacuum’ up huge quantities of fish every day.
Coronavirus death toll surpasses 3,400 globally as cases hit 100,000
Governments around the world have been implementing new measures as they bid to contain the spread.
Trump mocks Elizabeth Warren after withdrawal from White House race
The president, who nicknamed her Pocahontas because of her disputed claims of Native American ancestry, said she was mean and lacked talent.
Tampon tax expected to be abolished in Budget
The Treasury estimates the move will save the average woman nearly £40 over her lifetime.