Russian school shooting suspect suffered brain disorder

The 19-year-old accused of carrying out a school shooting in Kazan had been diagnosed with a brain disorder, according to investigators. Charges are expected to be brought against Ilzan Galyaviyev after nine people died in the attack on Tuesday. Julia Chapman has more.

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Full public inquiry into UK government's handling of Covid-19 announced

A full public inquiry into how the UK's government has dealt with the Covid-19 pandemic has been announced.

Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, says this inquiry will ensure that the country is better prepared for a future pandemic.

Chris Jones has more in London.

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Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni Sworn-in for Sixth Term

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Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has been sworn in for a sixth term in office  at a tightly guarded event.
 
The Ugandan leader is one of the longest-serving in Africa, having been in office for 35 years.

Isabel Nakirya reports

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WHO CONCLUDES COVID-19 PANDEMIC PREVENTABLE

The World Health Organisation says the Covid-19 pandemic was preventable, and that millions of lives could have been saved.

An independent panel looking into the world's response found "global political leadership was absent" and there were "weak links at every point in the chain."

Stuart Smith reports from Brussels.

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UK Economic Recovery

The UK economy grew by over 2% in March, as some Coronavirus restrictions were eased.

But it followed a sharp decline during the winter lockdown.

John Bevir (Beaver) reports.

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EU upgrades economic forecast amid successful vaccine roll-out

The European Union has upgraded its economic forecast of how its 27 member states will perform this year.

The EU's executive arm now foresees a GDP rate of 4.2% - up from last years prediction of 3.7%.

Lucy Hough has more from Brussels. 

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UN DEPLOYS RAPID RESPONSE UNIT

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The United Nations peacekeeping mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo says it is deploying rapid-reaction units in the east of the country to help the government deal with armed groups.

The decision comes two days after a female peacekeeper was killed in an attack on a UN base by rebels. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa.

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Indian COVID-19 strain surfaces in Nigeria, diseases centre alerts NCDC

A COVID-19 strain which has been infecting thousands of people in parts of India has been reportedly found in Nigeria.

This is coming after the government released another set of restrictions across the country to curb the spread of coronavirus disease.

Correspondent Phil Ihaza reports in Abuja

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Germany prepares to reopen as Covid-19 cases fall

Germany is preparing to reverse several lockdown measures as Covid-19 cases continue to fall. 

With the weather warming up, politicians in several major cities say a return to outdoor dining could be just days away. 

From Berlin, Trent Murray reports. 

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MIDDLE EAST CRISIS DEEPENS

A state of emergency's been declared in the Israeli city of Lod after rioting by Israeli Arabs, as Palestinian militants and Israeli forces intensify rocket fire and air strikes.

Palestinian militants have fired hundreds of rockets at Israel, and Israel has launched air strikes on Gaza.

There have been international calls for calm and restraint after some of the worst violence in the region in years.

The Telegraph's Middle East correspondent James Rothwell says Israel's Prime Minister is warning of further retaliation.

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India records highest COVID-19 related deaths since the start of the pandemic

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Another grim milestone for India, as the country reports 4200 deaths – its highest daily tally ever.

Close to 350,000 cases have been reported in the past 24 hours.

Dead bodies are washing ashore the banks of river Ganga – causing concern that the crisis could be far worse than official figures suggest.

Ishan Garg reports.

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Australia – Federal budget released amidst coronavirus uncertainty

Australia's Federal government has been released with billions of dollars expected to flow towards jobs creation but doubts remain with the country's international border to remain closed until 2022.

Businesses have welcomed tax breaks and incentives but many fear Australias recovery from the recession could be held back by the continued lockdown.

Shaun Bindley reports from Brisbane

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Academic Proposes Million Yuan Rewards to Boost China's Birth Rate

A renowned Chinese academic has sparked debate over the high costs of raising children in China following the release of the country's population census.

Professor Liang Jianzhang of Peking University's School of Economics has called on the government to offer parents a 1 million yuan reward to help shore up its declining birth rate.

Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.

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Serious coronavirus cases and home deaths rising in Japan

People suffering with serious COVID-19 symptoms in Japan hit a fresh record on Tuesday, reaching 1176. The news comes as some areas are reporting a growing number of virus deaths at home.

Phoebe Amoroso reports from Tokyo.

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Uber and Lyft: Free Rides to Vaccination Sites

Two of the largest ride-sharing services in the US have promised free rides to COVID-19 vaccination sites. It's part of the Biden Administration's push to vaccinate 70 percent of American adults by July 4th. 

Rachel Silverman has details. 

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Big losses on Wall Street after volatile session

It was another day of losses for the U.S. markets Tuesday as inflation
concerns continue to impact investor sentiment.

But in a wild day of trading the tech sector managed to recover much
of the losses seen earlier in the session.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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BELGIUM DRAWS UP PLAN FOR SUMMER REOPENING

Belgium has drawn up a plan for relaxing pandemic restrictions over the summer, as the number of cases of Covid-19 slowly decreases.

Two main criteria will be assessed before each new phase begins: the number of adults vaccinated, and the number of patients in intensive care.

Stuart Smith has more from Brussels.

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Violence spirals in Middle East with more than 26 Palestinians confirmed dead

At least 26 Palestinians have been killed after Israel launched an offensive in the Gaza Strip in response to the firing of more than 300 rockets at Israel by Hamas there.

International pleas for a de-escalation in the conflict have had no discernible impact yet, with Hamas claiming that it's acting to protect the Al Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem - one of Islam's holiest sites - from Israeli "aggression and terrorism".

Bel Trew, Middle East correspondent for The Independent is in Ashkelon, across the border from the Gaza Strip.

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Police search for possible serial killer victim

New evidence has come to light about a possible victim of Fred West - one of the UKs most notorious serial killers. 

Police have sealed off a cafe in Gloucester, in South West England, believing a body might be buried there.

John Bevir (Beaver) reports.

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UK gvt’s plans for year ahead unveiled in Queen’s Speech

The Queen has carried out her first engagement in public since the death of Prince Philip. 

 

Her Majesty delivered the Queen's Speech in the UK Parliament, which sets out the government's upcoming legislative agenda.

 

From London, Benji Hyer reports.

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