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Thailand protest: Why young activists are embracing Hong Kong's tactics

Thailand’s activists are increasingly adopting methods used last year by demonstrators in Hong Kong.

Australia aged care: Inquiry hears 50 sexual assaults happen each week

The widespread sexual abuse of elderly residents is a "national shame", a top inquiry hears.

With a recent rule change and some unusual help from a private jet, Nick Saban coached the Crimson Tide to victory.

ALAN BLINDER AND KATHERINE J. WU

The Czech Republic will close shops and further tighten rules to stem its outbreak.

MEGAN SPECIA

Scientists raise doubts about Britain’s plan to deliberately infect volunteers.

BENJAMIN MUELLER

US Election 2020: Trump and Obama lock horns in rival rallies

Mr Obama liken his successor to a "crazy uncle", while Mr Trump mocks his old adversary.

Your Thursday Briefing

NATASHA FROST

Security forces in Nigeria open fire on protesters.

Richard Grenell Pursued Talks of Maduro, Power Change in Venezuela

KENNETH P. VOGEL AND LARA JAKES

A close ally of President Trump quietly met with an associate of President Nicolás Maduro, whom the United States does not recognize as the leader of Venezuela.

US approves massive $1.8bn arms deal for Taiwan

The $1.8bn weapons sale is likely to further strain tensions with China, which claims Taiwan.

Thailand protests: Public gathering ban lifted after days of rallies

Authorities have revoked an emergency decree which banned gatherings, following days of mass rallies.

Melbourne lockdown: Cycling trend ‘burbing’ takes off under tight restrictions

Ben Loke cycled 1,371km whilst under Melbourne's tough restrictions.

The C.D.C. updates its definition of ‘close contact’ in relation to infection risk.

GINA KOLATA

Europe Wonders if It Can Rely on U.S. Again, Whoever Wins

STEVEN ERLANGER

America’s deeply polarized politics have marked foreign policy, too, undermining Washington’s authority and reputation for reliability.

South Korea flu jab: Investigation into 13 deaths after vaccine

Health officials stress there is no proven link between the flu vaccine and the fatalities.

James Randi: Magician and sceptic dies aged 92

Randi, who once toured with rock star Alice Cooper, became famous for debunking paranormal claims.