Competitive professional cricket returns to UK for first time in months

England's first Test against West Indies got underway (10G) on Wednesday behind closed doors -- it's the first competitive professional cricket match in the UK so far this summer. 

The coronavirus pandemic has prevented any fixtures from taking place. 

Stand-in captain Ben Stokes says the country has been "craving" the return of the sport. 

From London, Benji Hyer reports. 

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BOOHOO LAUNCHES REVIEW AFTER FACTORY ALLEGATIONS

Fast fashion brand Boohoo has launched an independent review of its UK supply chain after allegations of poor working conditions at an English factory.

It comes after major retailers Next, Asos and Amazon removed Boohoo goods from sale amid claims workers were underpaid and not socially distancing.

Holly Hudson has more. 

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Angela Merkel heads to Brussels to kickstart her EU Council Presidency

German Chancellor Angela Merkel heads to Brussels in her first trip outside of Germany since the pandemic, and for the first time leading the EU Council Presidency. Merkel is due to present her plans to EU lawmakers on Brexit, the EU budget, and her strategy to tackle the covid-19 crisis. Mia Alberti reports from Frankfurt.

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UK NEUROLOGISTS FIND COVID-19 SIDE EFFECTS

UK neurologists have published details of serious brain conditions seemingly triggered by COVID-19.

They published reports of more than 40 UK patients who suffered neurological complications - ranging from brain inflammation, to strokes, to nerve damage.

Stuart Smith has more from London.

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AUSTRALIA: The stock market falls again with ongoing COVID 19 fears

The Australian Stock Exchange suffered another bad day with the ongoing coronavirus crisis in the State of Victoria impacting all sectors.
Arthur Stevens has more

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UK UNVEILS NEW COVID-19 ECONOMIC PACKAGE

The UK government's unveiling its latest multi-billion dollar support package for the economy.

It includes a scheme to subsidise work placements for young people at risk of long-term unemployment.

The government's already promised billions of spending on green investment and infrastructure, in response to the hit from the coronavirus crisis.

Conservative peer Nicky Morgan says it's not what you'd normally expect from her party, but is much-needed.

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Russian ex-journalist held on suspicion of treason

Colleagues of a former journalist in Russia accused of treason say his arrest is absurd because he is a 'true patriot'. Ivan Safronov was detained on Tuesday on suspicion of trading state secrets. Moscow Correspondent Lucy Taylor reports.

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Satellite images show India-China troop's withdrawl

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Tensions along the India China border seem to be easing.

Reports suggest that troops from both sides have moved back from the de-facto border.

The two nuclear neighbors had locked horns since June 15th.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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Mumbai allows Covid-19 tests for everyone

Mumbai has opened up Covid-19 testing for everyone in the city. India's financial capital is one of the hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic, as infections continue to surge in the country.

India has so far largely only allowed people to be tested if they are referred by a doctor.

Our correspondent, Rebecca Bundhun, reports from Mumbai

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S. Korea, U.S. hold talks on alliance, inter-Korean ties

U.S. envoy Stephen Biegun has met with top South Korean officials in Seoul. He's discussing cooperation with South Korea and stalled diplomacy with the North Koreans.

Bruce Harison reports from Seoul. 

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Bus Plunges into Lake in China, Killing At Least 21

A bus plunged into a lake in China's Guizhou province, killing at least 21 people and injuring 15 others.

Reports say the victims included students preparing to sit college entrance exams.

Patrick Fok reports from Beijing.

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Fauci warns that falling US Covid death rate is a "false narrative"

America's top infectious disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci, has warned that "taking comfort" in the decreasing death rate among coronavirus patients in the US is a "false narrative".

But President Trump has repeatedly touted the falling mortality rate as proof that his response to the virus has been successful.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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Rain warning extends to central Japan

A heavy rain emergency warning has been issued for the central parts of Japan, as the death toll in the south continues to rise. The country's meteorological agency says the areas are experiencing rainfalls that have not been seen in several decades. Grace Lee reports from Tokyo.

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Australia: Border closed as infections rise at record rates

In Australia, five people from Melbourne coronavirus hotspots have been prevented from crossing the NSW-Victoria border overnight as COVID-19 infections increase at records rates.

Shaun Bindley reports

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WALL STREET: US market hit session lows in last few minutes of trading

The Dow ended Tuesday down nearly 400 points as stocks fell to a
session low in just the last few minutes of trading.

Analysts say investors remain concerned by the coronavirus.

Sarah Walton reports from New York.

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US to Withdraw from World Health Organization

The United States is withdrawing from the World Health Organization. 

This will cut the W.H.O. off from one of its biggest sources of funding as it plays a significant role in the fight against COVID-19.

US Correspondent Rachel Silverman has details. 

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United States COVID-19 Cases Surge

Health officials have raised the alarm over a surge in coronavirus cases across the US.

The nation's top infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci noted that the rise is due to various states trying to open up too early.

United States Correspondent Danielle Robertson has more.

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Brazil's President Bolsonaro Tests Positive for Covid-19

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has tested positive for COVID-19. Bolsonaro has repeatedly made light of the disease, calling it a "little flu." 

Our Latin American Correspondent Mary Triny Mena has more. 

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U.S. government gives Novavax $1.6 billion to speed up COVID-19 vaccine development

The U.S. government is giving the vaccine firm Novavax $1.6 billion to speed up its development of a vaccine for COVID-19.

It's the largest deal to come out of the Trump administration's "Operation Warp Speed" so far.

Our Washington correspondent Giles Gibson reports.

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Lawyers say Johnny Depp newspaper assault allegations are 'complete lies'

It's a "complete lie" to claim that Johnny Depp was violent towards ex-wife Amber Heard, according to his lawyers during a trial at the High Court in London.

The American actor is suing News Group Newspapers, the publisher of The Sun, and the British tabloid's Executive Editor Dan Wootton, over an April 2018 article that referred to him as a "wife beater."

From London, Benji Hyer reports. 

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