Clive Myrie

New human species found in China could be our “closest evolutionary relative” – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “New human species found in China could be our “closest evolutionary relative” – BBC News” – below is their description. A remarkable scientific discovery has been made in China. Researchers say they have found the skull of what they believe is  a new species of human, which could … Read more New human species found in China could be our “closest evolutionary relative” – BBC News

Derek Chauvin jailed for 22.5 years for murder of George Floyd  – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “Derek Chauvin jailed for 22.5 years for murder of George Floyd  – BBC News” – below is their description. A judge in the US city of Minneapolis has sentenced the former police officer, Derek Chauvin, to 22 and half years in jail, for the murder of George Floyd. … Read more Derek Chauvin jailed for 22.5 years for murder of George Floyd  – BBC News

Trump’s plan to expand Alaskan oil and gas drilling is blocked by President Biden – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “Trump’s plan to expand Alaskan oil and gas drilling is blocked by President Biden – BBC News” – below is their description. Donald Trump’s highly controversial plan to expand the development of fossil fuel production in Alaska has been put on hold. President Biden is suspending oil and … Read more Trump’s plan to expand Alaskan oil and gas drilling is blocked by President Biden – BBC News

Japan argues over looming Olympics as Covid emergency extended – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “Japan argues over looming Olympics as Covid emergency extended – BBC News” – below is their description. With just weeks until the Summer Olympics are due to begin in Tokyo, debate is raging in Japan over whether they should go ahead. The International Olympic Committee insists the Games … Read more Japan argues over looming Olympics as Covid emergency extended – BBC News

Former CIA boss calls for tighter control of world’s biological labs after Covid pandemic – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “Former CIA boss calls for tighter control of world’s biological labs after Covid pandemic – BBC News” – below is their description. A former head of the CIA has told the BBC that there’s an urgent need for tighter controls of biological laboratories around the world, to prevent … Read more Former CIA boss calls for tighter control of world’s biological labs after Covid pandemic – BBC News

China to allow three-child families as birth rate declines sharply – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “China to allow three-child families as birth rate declines sharply – BBC News” – below is their description. The authorities in China have announced that couples will be allowed to have up to three children, raising the limit from two. It follows census figures showing a steep decline … Read more China to allow three-child families as birth rate declines sharply – BBC News

India’s Covid fraudsters selling fake drugs and medical supplies – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “India’s Covid fraudsters selling fake drugs and medical supplies – BBC News” – below is their description. As India continues battling a devastating second wave of Covid, police in Delhi have made more than 350 arrests for fraud, relating to counterfeit medical supplies. Many families have fallen victim … Read more India’s Covid fraudsters selling fake drugs and medical supplies – BBC News

Special report: the US police force with the worst record for civilian deaths – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “Special report: the US police force with the worst record for civilian deaths – BBC News” – below is their description. The death of George Floyd shocked the world and turned the spotlight on policing in the United States and beyond. The 46-year-old African American was killed in … Read more Special report: the US police force with the worst record for civilian deaths – BBC News

French police accused of violence, brutality and racism – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “French police accused of violence, brutality and racism – BBC News” – below is their description. The killing of George Floyd in the United States a year ago placed a sharp focus on police racism – not just in America but on law enforcement officers around the world. … Read more French police accused of violence, brutality and racism – BBC News

UK sees surge in hate crime against Chinese and East Asian people during Covid pandemic – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “UK sees surge in hate crime against Chinese and East Asian people during Covid pandemic – BBC News” – below is their description. Police in the UK say the number of hate crimes against Chinese people – and others of East Asian descent – has tripled since the … Read more UK sees surge in hate crime against Chinese and East Asian people during Covid pandemic – BBC News

Brazil’s remote Amazon communities receive Covid vaccines – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “Brazil’s remote Amazon communities receive Covid vaccines – BBC News” – below is their description. Brazil continues to struggle with high coronavirus infection rates and deaths. It’s one of the worst hit countries – more than 400,000 people have died. The government is now trying to speed up … Read more Brazil’s remote Amazon communities receive Covid vaccines – BBC News

Glasgow climate change summit faces huge challenges – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “Glasgow climate change summit faces huge challenges – BBC News” – below is their description. Glasgow is due to host the COP26 climate talks in 2021. It’s a crucial meeting on the future of the planet involving leaders from all over the world. Their aim is to agree … Read more Glasgow climate change summit faces huge challenges – BBC News

Violent scenes as fans invade Manchester United stadium in protest at US owners – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “Violent scenes as fans invade Manchester United stadium in protest at US owners – BBC News” – below is their description. There have been violent and chaotic scenes at Manchester United’s Old Trafford stadium as fans invaded the pitch to protest against the club’s American owners. It led … Read more Violent scenes as fans invade Manchester United stadium in protest at US owners – BBC News

GUILTY of George Floyd murder: jury convicts Derek Chauvin on all charges – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “GUILTY of George Floyd murder: jury convicts Derek Chauvin on all charges – BBC News” – below is their description. A jury in Minneapolis has found Derek Chauvin guilty of the murder of George Floyd. The former police officer was filmed kneeling on Mr Floyd’s neck for more … Read more GUILTY of George Floyd murder: jury convicts Derek Chauvin on all charges – BBC News

Brazil’s President rejects lockdown despite 370,000 Covid deaths – BBC News

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BBC News published this video item, entitled “Brazil’s President rejects lockdown despite 370,000 Covid deaths – BBC News” – below is their description. Brazil has seen more than 370,000 deaths from Covid, one of the highest rates in the world. However the country’s President, Jair Bolsonaro, has refused to order a lockdown, to help control … Read more Brazil’s President rejects lockdown despite 370,000 Covid deaths – BBC News