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Several European nations have introduced more stringent restrictions on movement as they combat the spread of the coronavirus.  Austria has banned gatherings of more than five people, and expanded the list of countries it restricts entry to.  Romania is set to declare a state of emergency, and the Czech PM said he was likely to declare a quarantine for the whole country.  The moves follow draconian measures taken by France and Spain on Saturday. Country, People, List Of Countries, Bbc World News, Countries, Bbc News, European, Todays News Headlines, News Today
Coronavirus: European nations tighten clampdown - BBC News
Several European nations have introduced more stringent restrictions on movement as they combat the spread of the coronavirus. Austria has banned gatherings of more than five people, and expanded the list of countries it restricts entry to. Romania is set to declare a state of emergency, and the Czech PM said he was likely to declare a quarantine for the whole country. The moves follow draconian measures taken by France and Spain on Saturday.
The disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for rape and sexual assault. He was found guilty in a trial in New York last month, a dramatic fall from grace for one of Hollywood's most powerful figures. The BBC's New York Correspondent Nick Bryant reports Films, York, Harvey Weinstein, Film Producer, Harvey, Bryant
Harvey Weinstein jailed for 23 years - BBC News
The disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein has been sentenced to 23 years in prison for rape and sexual assault. He was found guilty in a trial in New York last month, a dramatic fall from grace for one of Hollywood's most powerful figures. The BBC's New York Correspondent Nick Bryant reports
Taiz, in Yemen's south-west, is home to one of the longest-running battles of the country's civil war.  Known as the city of snipers, Taiz - divided between the Houthi rebels and forces loyal to the government - is constantly under siege.  Saudi air-strikes have continued since the start of the war in 2015 and the people of Taiz say they feel forgotten.  The BBC gained exclusive access to see what life is like for those living on the government controlled side of this divided city. South, Pakistan News, Government, News
Inside a dangerously divided 'city of snipers' - BBC News
Taiz, in Yemen's south-west, is home to one of the longest-running battles of the country's civil war. Known as the city of snipers, Taiz - divided between the Houthi rebels and forces loyal to the government - is constantly under siege. Saudi air-strikes have continued since the start of the war in 2015 and the people of Taiz say they feel forgotten. The BBC gained exclusive access to see what life is like for those living on the government controlled side of this divided city.
Italy is extending its coronavirus quarantine measures, which include a ban on public gatherings, to the entire country. Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said that people would only be permitted to travel for work or family emergencies. He said the measures, which come into effect on Tuesday, were to defend the most fragile members of society. The decision follows a large increase in Italy's coronavirus death toll – which jumped by 97 to 463. It is the worst-hit country in the world after China. Prime Minister, Italy, Public, China, Countries Of The World
Coronavirus: Italy extends strict measures to the whole country – BBC News
Italy is extending its coronavirus quarantine measures, which include a ban on public gatherings, to the entire country. Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said that people would only be permitted to travel for work or family emergencies. He said the measures, which come into effect on Tuesday, were to defend the most fragile members of society. The decision follows a large increase in Italy's coronavirus death toll – which jumped by 97 to 463. It is the worst-hit country in the world after China.
Senegal's health ministry said two new infections were confirmed on Wednesday, bringing to four the number of patients in the West African country. One of the patients has been identified as a 33-year-old British woman who arrived in the capital city, Dakar, on 24 February on a flight from London. It is not clear whether she is a resident of Senegal. The second confirmed case was a 68-year-old woman, a French resident who had arrived on 29 February. Her spouse had tested positive for the virus. London, British, Resident, West African Countries, Health Ministry, African Countries
Coronavirus: Senegal confirms four coronavirus cases - BBC News
Senegal's health ministry said two new infections were confirmed on Wednesday, bringing to four the number of patients in the West African country. One of the patients has been identified as a 33-year-old British woman who arrived in the capital city, Dakar, on 24 February on a flight from London. It is not clear whether she is a resident of Senegal. The second confirmed case was a 68-year-old woman, a French resident who had arrived on 29 February. Her spouse had tested positive for the virus.
Italy has placed up to 16 million people under quarantine as it battles to contain the spread of coronavirus.  Anyone living in Lombardy and 14 other central and northern provinces will need special permission to travel. Milan and Venice are both affected.  Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte also announced the closure of schools, gyms, museums, nightclubs and other venues across the whole country.  The measures, the most radical taken outside China, will last until 3 April. Milan, Northern Italy, Museums, Northern Province
Coronavirus: Northern Italy quarantines 16 million people - BBC News
Italy has placed up to 16 million people under quarantine as it battles to contain the spread of coronavirus. Anyone living in Lombardy and 14 other central and northern provinces will need special permission to travel. Milan and Venice are both affected. Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte also announced the closure of schools, gyms, museums, nightclubs and other venues across the whole country. The measures, the most radical taken outside China, will last until 3 April.
A ceasefire appears to be holding for now in the Syrian province of Idlib, with monitors reporting that no warplanes have been flying - for the first time in weeks.   Idlib is the last part of Syria still held by rebels, after 9 years of civil war.  A huge offensive by President Bashar al Assad's forces, backed by Russian air strikes, has led to a new humanitarian crisis , in a war that has already killed hundreds of thousands, and driven millions from their homes. War, Children, Baby Born, Newborn, Bbc
Syria's children: Newborn babies born into war - BBC News
A ceasefire appears to be holding for now in the Syrian province of Idlib, with monitors reporting that no warplanes have been flying - for the first time in weeks. Idlib is the last part of Syria still held by rebels, after 9 years of civil war. A huge offensive by President Bashar al Assad's forces, backed by Russian air strikes, has led to a new humanitarian crisis , in a war that has already killed hundreds of thousands, and driven millions from their homes.
As coronavirus cases continue to be reported around the world, the World Health Organisation says countries still have a chance of containing the outbreak.  Officials have also sought to differentiate Covid-19 from other viruses, as part of efforts to quell public panic.  So what is coronavirus, and what makes it different to something like influenza?  Ros Atkins and the OS team take a closer look at coronavirus and what makes it different from the flu. Closer, Health, Organisation, Influenza, World Health Organization, Covid, Coronavirus, Flu
Coronavirus v Influenza: How do the two viruses compare? - BBC News
As coronavirus cases continue to be reported around the world, the World Health Organisation says countries still have a chance of containing the outbreak. Officials have also sought to differentiate Covid-19 from other viruses, as part of efforts to quell public panic. So what is coronavirus, and what makes it different to something like influenza? Ros Atkins and the OS team take a closer look at coronavirus and what makes it different from the flu.
The UK government has unveiled detailed plans for what measures it would take in the event of a widespread outbreak of Coronavirus.  It considers a scenario  in which schools are closed, retired doctors are asked to return to work in the NHS and the armed forces are called in to help. Ministers say it's likely the UK will be 'significantly affected' in the coming weeks. Return To Work, Doctors, Schools
Coronavirus: UK government says 1 in 5 workers could be off –BBC News
The UK government has unveiled detailed plans for what measures it would take in the event of a widespread outbreak of Coronavirus. It considers a scenario in which schools are closed, retired doctors are asked to return to work in the NHS and the armed forces are called in to help. Ministers say it's likely the UK will be 'significantly affected' in the coming weeks.
Naeem says his brother Faizan died after he was beaten by police during religious rioting in Delhi last week. Video of the incident has gone viral.  More than 40 people died in three days of violence, which largely targeted Muslims - although both Hindus and Muslims were among the dead.  More than 200 others were injured in the violence, which first broke out between supporters and opponents of a controversial citizenship law that critics say discriminates against Muslims. Police, Hindus
Delhi riots: 'My brother died after police beating’ - BBC News
Naeem says his brother Faizan died after he was beaten by police during religious rioting in Delhi last week. Video of the incident has gone viral. More than 40 people died in three days of violence, which largely targeted Muslims - although both Hindus and Muslims were among the dead. More than 200 others were injured in the violence, which first broke out between supporters and opponents of a controversial citizenship law that critics say discriminates against Muslims.
Iran has been scrambling to control the outbreak of the coronavirus this week, but the spread of online misinformation is presenting a new challenge to the authorities.   False or misleading medical advice, fake letters or remarks attributed to senior officials, and a number of conspiracy theories about the origin of the virus have appeared on Iranian social media and messaging apps in recent days. Conspiracy Theories, Apps, Medical Advice, Conspiracy, Theories, Control
Coronavirus: How is Iran responding to the outbreak? - BBC News
Iran has been scrambling to control the outbreak of the coronavirus this week, but the spread of online misinformation is presenting a new challenge to the authorities. False or misleading medical advice, fake letters or remarks attributed to senior officials, and a number of conspiracy theories about the origin of the virus have appeared on Iranian social media and messaging apps in recent days.
Number of deaths worldwide now more than 3,000 More than 90% are in Hubei, China, but there have been deaths in 10 other countries. European Union disease prevention agency raises risk level to "moderate to high"South Korea reports 476 new cases, total 4,212, and four more deaths, total 26 The leader of a South Korean church linked to the outbreak gets on his knees to apologize Indonesia, Iceland, Portugal, Armenia, and Andorra confirm their first cases of the virus in AUSTRALIA Raising, Indonesia, Disease Prevention, Disease, Andorra, Risk
Coronavirus: EU raises virus risk level as world cases grow - BBC News
Number of deaths worldwide now more than 3,000 More than 90% are in Hubei, China, but there have been deaths in 10 other countries. European Union disease prevention agency raises risk level to "moderate to high"South Korea reports 476 new cases, total 4,212, and four more deaths, total 26 The leader of a South Korean church linked to the outbreak gets on his knees to apologize Indonesia, Iceland, Portugal, Armenia, and Andorra confirm their first cases of the virus in AUSTRALIA
Crisis talks have been taking place to prevent a major international escalation of the civil war in northern Syria - after a surge in fighting between Turkish and Syrian forces. 33 Turkish soldiers were killed in an airstrike, and Turkey has responded by targeting hundreds of Syrian government sites.  Reeta Chakrabarti presents coverage on BBC News at Ten, with correspondents Orla Guerin and Jonah Fisher. Fisher Fc, Syria Crisis, Turkish Soldiers, Troops, Northern
Syria Crisis: Fighting escalates after Turkish troops killed - BBC News
Crisis talks have been taking place to prevent a major international escalation of the civil war in northern Syria - after a surge in fighting between Turkish and Syrian forces. 33 Turkish soldiers were killed in an airstrike, and Turkey has responded by targeting hundreds of Syrian government sites. Reeta Chakrabarti presents coverage on BBC News at Ten, with correspondents Orla Guerin and Jonah Fisher.
At least 33 Turkish soldiers have died in a Syrian government attack in opposition-held north-western Syria, in a major escalation of the conflict.  Turkey, which backs the opposition, says it hit 200 government targets in response, "neutralising" 309 soldiers.  Russia, Syria's key military ally, says Turkish troops were attacked in Idlib province by Syrian forces while operating alongside jihadist fighters.  The EU has warned the crisis could escalate further. North Western, North
Syria war: Alarm after 33 Turkish soldiers killed in the attack in Idlib - BBC News
At least 33 Turkish soldiers have died in a Syrian government attack in opposition-held north-western Syria, in a major escalation of the conflict. Turkey, which backs the opposition, says it hit 200 government targets in response, "neutralising" 309 soldiers. Russia, Syria's key military ally, says Turkish troops were attacked in Idlib province by Syrian forces while operating alongside jihadist fighters. The EU has warned the crisis could escalate further.
At least 20 civilians, including nine children, were killed in Syrian army strikes in the Idlib region on Tuesday, a Syrian human rights monitor said. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said schools and hospitals were among the targets.   Idlib is the last stronghold of the rebel and jihadist fighters who have been trying to overthrow Syrian President Bashar al-Assad since 2011. The opposition once controlled large parts of the country. Rebel
Syria war: Strikes on Idlib ‘target schools and hospitals’ - BBC News
At least 20 civilians, including nine children, were killed in Syrian army strikes in the Idlib region on Tuesday, a Syrian human rights monitor said. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said schools and hospitals were among the targets. Idlib is the last stronghold of the rebel and jihadist fighters who have been trying to overthrow Syrian President Bashar al-Assad since 2011. The opposition once controlled large parts of the country.
The outbreak of coronavirus in Italy is getting worse, BBC correspondent Bethany Bell reports.  The authorities say four children have been infected, the first such cases in this county.  Twelve people have died – all of them either elderly or with underlying health problems.  Several cases in other European countries have been reported among people who have recently been in northern Italy. Elderly, Bethany, First Child
Coronavirus: First children infected in Italy - BBC News
The outbreak of coronavirus in Italy is getting worse, BBC correspondent Bethany Bell reports. The authorities say four children have been infected, the first such cases in this county. Twelve people have died – all of them either elderly or with underlying health problems. Several cases in other European countries have been reported among people who have recently been in northern Italy.
Several European countries have announced their first coronavirus cases, with all appearing to be linked to the growing outbreak in Italy.  Austria, Croatia and Switzerland said the cases involved people who had been to Italy, as did Algeria in Africa.  The first positive virus test has been recorded in Latin America - a Brazilian resident just returned from Italy.  Italy has in recent days become Europe's worst-affected country, with more than 300 cases and 11 deaths. Africa, Minister, European Countries
Coronavirus: Iran's deputy health minister tests positive as outbreak worsens - BBC News
Several European countries have announced their first coronavirus cases, with all appearing to be linked to the growing outbreak in Italy. Austria, Croatia and Switzerland said the cases involved people who had been to Italy, as did Algeria in Africa. The first positive virus test has been recorded in Latin America - a Brazilian resident just returned from Italy. Italy has in recent days become Europe's worst-affected country, with more than 300 cases and 11 deaths.
Former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak has died in hospital in Cairo aged 91.  Mubarak spent three decades in office before a popular uprising swept Egypt.  He was found guilty of complicity in the killing of protesters during the revolution. That conviction was overturned and he was freed in March 2017. Popular, Presidents, Egypt, Egyptian, Hosni Mubarak
Former Egyptian president Hosni Mubarak dies - BBC News
Former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak has died in hospital in Cairo aged 91. Mubarak spent three decades in office before a popular uprising swept Egypt. He was found guilty of complicity in the killing of protesters during the revolution. That conviction was overturned and he was freed in March 2017.
The crisis inside the last rebel area in Syria is deepening, with millions of people who have long opposed the regime trapped at the border with Turkey.  The UN says it’s the greatest exodus of the war, and warns that there is now no safe shelter in Idlib.  The BBC's Middle East Correspondent Quentin Sommerville reports. Syria Conflict, Middle East
Syria conflict: Inside the final rebel stronghold - BBC News
The crisis inside the last rebel area in Syria is deepening, with millions of people who have long opposed the regime trapped at the border with Turkey. The UN says it’s the greatest exodus of the war, and warns that there is now no safe shelter in Idlib. The BBC's Middle East Correspondent Quentin Sommerville reports.
Off-duty police officers Chase and Nicole McKeown were eating dinner when they noticed an armed man enter the restaurant they were in.  The married couple tell BBC News how they sprang into action and stopped the man attempting a robbery at Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers at the Mid City Mall in Louisville, Kentucky.  The would-be thief was later arrested. Kentucky, Action, Police Officer, Dating, Married Couple
Date night couple foil attempted armed robbery - BBC News
Off-duty police officers Chase and Nicole McKeown were eating dinner when they noticed an armed man enter the restaurant they were in. The married couple tell BBC News how they sprang into action and stopped the man attempting a robbery at Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers at the Mid City Mall in Louisville, Kentucky. The would-be thief was later arrested.
Edson Suemitsu produces handmade katanas, a type of curved sword used by samurai in ancient Japan. Despite a large number of Japanese descendants living in Brazil, Suemitsu is the country's only full-time katana forger, earning him the title of "Brazil's last samurai." Samurai, Japanese, New World, Ancient, Katana
Meet Brazil's 'last samurai' - BBC News
Edson Suemitsu produces handmade katanas, a type of curved sword used by samurai in ancient Japan. Despite a large number of Japanese descendants living in Brazil, Suemitsu is the country's only full-time katana forger, earning him the title of "Brazil's last samurai."
A suspected far-right extremist carried out the attack on two shisha bars in western Germany, killing at least nine people, officials say.  Federal prosecutors are treating the case in the city of Hanau as terrorism, with authorities saying indications point to an anti-foreigner motive.  In both places targeted on Wednesday night the clientele were reported to have been predominantly Kurdish.  The suspect was found dead at his home along with the body of his mother. Federal
Nine dead after gun attacks on Germany shisha bars - BBC News
A suspected far-right extremist carried out the attack on two shisha bars in western Germany, killing at least nine people, officials say. Federal prosecutors are treating the case in the city of Hanau as terrorism, with authorities saying indications point to an anti-foreigner motive. In both places targeted on Wednesday night the clientele were reported to have been predominantly Kurdish. The suspect was found dead at his home along with the body of his mother.
Low-skilled workers would not get visas under post-Brexit immigration plans unveiled by the government.  It is urging employers to "move away" from relying on "cheap labor" from Europe and invest in retaining staff and developing automation technology.  The Home Office said EU and non-EU citizens coming to the UK would be treated equally after UK-EU free movement ends on 31 December.  Labour said a "hostile environment" would make it hard to attract workers. Development, How To Plan, Investing
UK Immigration: No visas for low-skilled workers, the government says - BBC News
Low-skilled workers would not get visas under post-Brexit immigration plans unveiled by the government. It is urging employers to "move away" from relying on "cheap labor" from Europe and invest in retaining staff and developing automation technology. The Home Office said EU and non-EU citizens coming to the UK would be treated equally after UK-EU free movement ends on 31 December. Labour said a "hostile environment" would make it hard to attract workers.
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Syria war: Hundreds of thousands flee as airstrikes continue - BBC News
Health officials in China have published the first details of more than 44,000 cases of Covid-19, in the biggest study since the outbreak began.  Data from the Chinese Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CCDC) finds that more than 80% of the cases have been mild, with the sick and elderly most at risk.  The research also points to the high risk to medical staff.  A hospital director in the city of Wuhan died from the virus on Tuesday. Centre, Wuhan, Disease Control, High Risk, Centers For Disease Control And Prevention, Prevention
Coronavirus: Largest study suggests elderly and sick are most at risk - BBC News
Health officials in China have published the first details of more than 44,000 cases of Covid-19, in the biggest study since the outbreak began. Data from the Chinese Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CCDC) finds that more than 80% of the cases have been mild, with the sick and elderly most at risk. The research also points to the high risk to medical staff. A hospital director in the city of Wuhan died from the virus on Tuesday.
Armed robbers in Hong Kong made off with hundreds of toilet rolls worth more than HKD1,000 ($130; £98).  Toilet rolls are currently in short supply in Hong Kong due to shortages caused by panic-buying during the coronavirus outbreak.  Knife wielding men robbed a delivery man outside a supermarket in the Mong Kok district, police said.  Police have arrested two men and recovered some of the stolen loo rolls, local media reports said. Hong Kong, Mong Kok, Kong, Hong, Delivery Man
Coronavirus: Hong Kong gang steals hundreds of toilet rolls - BBC News
Armed robbers in Hong Kong made off with hundreds of toilet rolls worth more than HKD1,000 ($130; £98). Toilet rolls are currently in short supply in Hong Kong due to shortages caused by panic-buying during the coronavirus outbreak. Knife wielding men robbed a delivery man outside a supermarket in the Mong Kok district, police said. Police have arrested two men and recovered some of the stolen loo rolls, local media reports said.
Two planes carrying hundreds of US citizens from a coronavirus-hit cruise ship have left Japan, officials say. One plane has landed at a US Air Force airbase in California, and its passengers will be isolated at military facilities for 14 days. There were some 400 Americans onboard the Diamond Princess. The ship with some 3,700 passengers and crew have been in quarantine since 3 February. Meanwhile, China reported a total of 2,048 new cases on Monday. Cruise, First Plane, American
Coronavirus: Americans from quarantined cruise ship flown from Japan - BBC News
Two planes carrying hundreds of US citizens from a coronavirus-hit cruise ship have left Japan, officials say. One plane has landed at a US Air Force airbase in California, and its passengers will be isolated at military facilities for 14 days. There were some 400 Americans onboard the Diamond Princess. The ship with some 3,700 passengers and crew have been in quarantine since 3 February. Meanwhile, China reported a total of 2,048 new cases on Monday.
How is President Trump's plan to solve the Israeli Palestinian conflict being received on the ground?  The BBC's Middle East correspondent Tom Bateman went to visit two homes in the occupied West Bank; starting with a Palestinian family whose house is in a fenced off enclave within an Israeli settlement.  Israel has said it intends to formally annex all settlements in the West Bank based on President Trump's plan.
The Palestinian family with its own checkpoint - BBC News
How is President Trump's plan to solve the Israeli Palestinian conflict being received on the ground? The BBC's Middle East correspondent Tom Bateman went to visit two homes in the occupied West Bank; starting with a Palestinian family whose house is in a fenced off enclave within an Israeli settlement. Israel has said it intends to formally annex all settlements in the West Bank based on President Trump's plan.
The Chancellor Sajid Javid has resigned without warning in the middle of the Prime Minister's reshuffle - after Boris Johnson ordered him to fire his team of advisers if he wanted to stay in the post. Mr Javid refused to do so, saying "no self-respecting minister" could accept such a condition.  He has walked out four weeks before he was due to deliver his first Budget.  His replacement as Chancellor is Rishi Sunak, who's had a meteoric rise. Johnson, Boris Johnson, Chancellor
Cabinet reshuffle: Chancellor Sajid Javid resigns – BBC News
The Chancellor Sajid Javid has resigned without warning in the middle of the Prime Minister's reshuffle - after Boris Johnson ordered him to fire his team of advisers if he wanted to stay in the post. Mr Javid refused to do so, saying "no self-respecting minister" could accept such a condition. He has walked out four weeks before he was due to deliver his first Budget. His replacement as Chancellor is Rishi Sunak, who's had a meteoric rise.
On another cruise ship in Hong Kong, 3,600 passengers people were quarantined because of fears that people on board might have the virus.  They were only allowed to disembark after tests came back negative.  And a cruise ship carrying more than 1,450 passengers, which left Hong Kong on 1 February, was turned away from ports in Japan, Taiwan, Guam and the Philippines, despite having no infections on board. It has now been told it can dock in Cambodia. Guam
The largest coronavirus outbreak outside China is on a cruise ship - BBC News
On another cruise ship in Hong Kong, 3,600 passengers people were quarantined because of fears that people on board might have the virus. They were only allowed to disembark after tests came back negative. And a cruise ship carrying more than 1,450 passengers, which left Hong Kong on 1 February, was turned away from ports in Japan, Taiwan, Guam and the Philippines, despite having no infections on board. It has now been told it can dock in Cambodia.