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#Covid #Cyprus #BBCNews #interestingnewsbbc A deadly Covid virus has killed thousands of cats in Cyprus. The disease, called Feline Infectious Peritonitis, or FIP, is known as the feline coronavirus. The government is allowing vets to use anti-Covid pills to treat the animals. The Veterinarians Association said the outbreak began in January and spread across the country within a few months. FIP is not related to Covid-19 and cannot be contracted by humans.

#Hawaii #BBCNews #interestingnewsbbc At least 36 people have died as fast-moving wildfires rage across the Hawaiian island of Maui, officials say. The fires have been fanned by strong winds from a distant hurricane, destroying hundreds of buildings and burning some areas to the ground. Thousands of people have been forced to evacuate their homes and a state of emergency has been declared. A huge search and rescue operation is under way, with some people still unaccounted for.

#JoeBiden #US #interestingnewsbbc #usa #BBCNews A man who posted violent threats against US President Joe Biden and other officials online was shot dead during an FBI raid on Wednesday. Agents were attempting to serve an arrest warrant on Craig Robertson at his home in Utah, just hours ahead of a planned visit to the state by Mr Biden. A criminal complaint said Robertson posted threats on Facebook against Mr Biden and a prosecutor pursuing criminal charges against Donald Trump. The FBI declined to give more details.

#China #Economy #BBCNews #interestingnewsbbc #usa #uk China's imports and exports fell more sharply than expected last month as weaker global demand threatened the recovery prospects of the world's second-largest economy. Official figures show that exports fell by 14.5% in July compared with a year earlier, while imports dropped 12.4%. The grim trade figures reinforce concerns that the country's economic growth could slow further this year. It will increase pressure on Beijing to help boost the post-pandemic recovery.

#russia #ukraine #bbc #interestingnewsbbc #books Authorities in Moscow have unveiled a new schoolbook which aims to justify the war on Ukraine and accuses the West of trying to destroy Russia. According to excerpts published by Russian media, schoolchildren will now be taught that human civilisation could have come to an end had Vladimir Putin not started his "special military operation" against Ukraine. The textbook, called "Russian History, 1945- early 21st century", is the first approved history book to mention events as recent as the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Former President Donald Trump will be in Windham, New Hampshire on Tuesday night to campaign for his 2024 presidential run. #trump#indictment #interestingnewsbbc #bbcnews #usa The New Hampshire rally comes after Mr Trump was charged with four counts for his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. Mr Trump has pleaded not guilty to all charges and the trial is set to begin in May 2024. He faces nearly 80 counts in three states and possibly more if, as expected, he is indicted for election interference in Georgia.

Fans gathered in a Washington D.C. bar at 5 a.m. to watch the U.S. Women's National Soccer team in the World Cup knockout round match against Sweden. #interestingnewsbbc #usa #bbc

#motherlove #interstingnewsbbc #usa An 18-year-old student and her mother are set to travel to space after winning a trip on Virgin Galactic's VSS Unity space craft. Anastatia Mayers and her mother, Keisha Schahaff, are will make history as the first mother and daughter duo to go up into space. Anastatia, originally from Antigua, is studying physics at Aberdeen University, and hopes to one day work for Nasa. The Virgin Galactic rocket plane carried customers into space in its first commercial flight last month.

#Ukrainian #Russian #attack #usa #bbc#interstingnewsbbc At least seven people have been killed in a Russian missile attack on residential buildings in the eastern Ukrainian town of Pokrovsk, officials say. Two missiles hit the town - the second as rescuers were searching for victims of the first. Dozens of people were injured, including police officers and rescuers. Two children were among more than 30 civilians who were hurt. Rescue efforts are continuing.

William Friedkin, director of the classic horror film The Exorcist, died on Monday at the age of 87. No cause of death has yet been confirmed, but the director was said to have suffered health issues in recent years. His other famous films included crime thriller The French Connection, which won five Academy Awards including best director. #interestingnewsbbc #pakistan #usa #uk #bbc #Exorcistdirector

One of the UK's most secretive centres of scientific research - Porton Down - is aiming to stop the next pandemic "in its tracks". Located in the Wiltshire countryside near Salisbury, UK, the new facility is one of the few places in the world equipped to research some of the most dangerous viruses and bacteria. The new vaccine research centre is concentrating on three main things: known infections that are getting harder to deal with, like antibiotic-resistant superbugs, potential threats like new Covid variants and "Disease X" - something unforeseen that takes the world by surprise #

Thousands of scouts at an international event in South Korea are being evacuated from a campsite due to an incoming typhoon. Several countries including the UK had already left the World Scout Jamboree, blaming high temperatures and poor sanitary conditions at the camp. Hundreds had fallen ill amid 35C (95F) heat, with scouts from the UK among those affected by heat exhaustion. #worldscout #southkora #interestingnewsbbc #bbc#usa#uk#news

The Barbie film has hit the billion-dollar mark just 17 days after it was released, according to distributor Warner Bros. It means Greta Gerwig has become the first woman to reach the milestone as a solo director. Starring Margot Robbie as Barbie and Ryan Gosling as Ken, it has drawn in $459m so far in the US and $572m internationally. #barbie #interestingnewsbbc #bbc#usa#uk#news

Niger's coup leaders have closed the country's airspace until further notice, citing the threat of military intervention from their neighbours. Flight tracking website Flightradar24 showed on Monday morning that there were no aircraft in Niger's skies. The West African group of countries, Ecowas, had earlier warned it could use force if President Mohamed Bazoum was not reinstated by 23:00 GMT on Sunday. A junta spokesman has said Niger's armed forces are ready to defend the country. #Niger #coup #leaders #airspace #interestingnewsbbc #bbc#usa#uk

At least 30 people have been killed and 100 injured when an express train derailed in southern Pakistan. Several carriages of the Hazara Express overturned near Sahara railway station in Nawabshah. The train was travelling from Karachi to Rawalpindi. Rescue teams freed survivors from the twisted wreckage and the injured were taken to nearby hospitals. Railway Minister Saad Rafiq said initial investigations showed the train was travelling at normal speed and they were trying to establish what led to the derailment. Reeta Chakrabarti presents BBC News at Ten reporting by Caroline Davies in Pakistan. #pakistan #interestingnewsbbc #traincrash #bbc

More than 50 supporters of the former prime minister of Pakistan Imran Khan have been detained for protesting against his three-year prison sentence. Mr Khan has called for nationwide protests after he was handed a jail sentence over corruption allegations. He was found guilty of not declaring money earned from selling gifts he received in office. He denies the charges and says he will appeal. #pakistan #interestingnewsbbc #bbc #imrankhan #pti

In a live interview with former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, he addressed two critical century cases that shaped his political journey and governance. The first century case revolves around his commitment to eradicating corruption from the nation. Imran Khan, a renowned cricketer, took up the role of a politician to challenge the deeply ingrained corrupt practices in Pakistani politics. He pledged to build a "Naya Pakistan," a new Pakistan, based on transparency, accountability, and meritocracy. Throughout his tenure, he implemented comprehensive reforms, establishing anti-corruption mechanisms, and promoting a culture of accountability at all levels of government. His relentless pursuit of accountability led to the prosecution of several high-profile politicians and bureaucrats involved in corrupt practices, setting a precedent for future leaders. The second century case is centered on his vision for economic growth and development. Imran Khan aimed to revitalize the Pakistani economy and improve the living standards of its citizens. He prioritized investments in education, healthcare, and infrastructure, recognizing the pivotal role they play in the nation's progress. Through strategic partnerships with international investors and prudent fiscal policies, he sought to attract foreign direct investment and bolster economic growth. Despite facing numerous challenges, he remained steadfast in his commitment to uplift the socio-economic condition of Pakistan. Throughout the interview, Imran Khan emphasized the importance of perseverance, integrity, and visionary leadership in shaping the destiny of a nation. He acknowledged that these century cases represent only a fraction of the challenges faced during his tenure, but they symbolize the transformative potential of principled governance and strong leadership in bringing about positive change. #imrankhan #pmimran #primeminsterkhan #pakistan #leader

A Russian tanker has been hit in a Ukrainian attack in the Black Sea, Russian officials have said. They said the vessel's engine room was damaged in the overnight strike in the Kerch Strait. No-one was hurt. Ukraine has not publicly commented. But a Ukrainian security service source told the BBC a sea drone had been used. #Russai #Ukrainian#interestingnewsbbc #news

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has been given a three-year jail sentence over corruption allegations. A court in Islamabad found him guilty of not declaring money he had earned from selling state gifts. He has denied the charges and has said he will appeal. After the verdict, Mr Khan was taken into custody from his home in Lahore. #imrankhan #pakistan #interestingnewsbbc

Ukraine says it has badly damaged a Russian naval ship in the Black Sea, in a naval drone attack that was captured on video. The assault is said to have taken place near the Russian port of Novorossiysk, which is a major hub for Russian exports. Russia's defence ministry said it had repelled a Ukrainian attack on its naval base there which involved two sea drones, but did not admit any damage. But Ukrainian security service sources say Russian military ship, the Olenegorsky Gornyak, was hit and suffered a serious breach in its hull.

Imprisoned Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny has told supporters not to lose the will to resist, after his jail term was extended to 19 years. Mr Navalny was found guilty of founding and funding an extremist organisation. He denies the charges. He was already serving a nine-year term for parole violations, fraud and contempt of court. The charges are widely viewed as politically motivated. The trial was held in a remote penal colony, where he has been since 2021. The Kremlin's most vocal critic will serve his time in a "special regime colony", which Russian state prosecutors had been calling for.

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The government of Alberta has pulled its support for a bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games due to rising costs. Tourism and Sport Minister Joseph Schow said the bill was estimated at C$2.7bn (£1.5bn; $2bn) - a burden "too high for the province to bear". The organiser of the Games has said it is "sorry to hear that Alberta is no longer developing its bid proposal". Last month Australia pulled out of hosting the 2026 Games in Victoria due to budget blowouts.

The oceans have hit their hottest ever recorded temperature as they soak up warmth from climate change. The average daily global sea surface temperature beat a 2016 record this week, according to the EU's climate change service Copernicus. It reached 20.96C. That's far above the average for this time of year. Oceans are a vital climate regulator. They soak up heat, produce half Earth's oxygen and drive weather patterns.

A woman who played the violin during her brain surgery has been reunited with the surgeon who removed her tumour. Dagmar Turner's operation in London in January 2020 was planned so that her ability to play the violin would not be impaired as a result of the surgery. The 57-year-old has since returned to playing music in the Isle of Wight. She said she was "eternally grateful" to consultant neurosurgeon Prof Keyoumars Ashkan.