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1689 - Prince William of Orange (future King William III of Britain), summons Convention Parliament to discuss ruling jointly with his wife Mary (daughter of exiled King James II). 1840 - Under the leadership…

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First case of mystery Chinese virus diagnosed in US

A man returning from China has become the first person in the US to be diagnosed with a mystery new virus. Chinese state media say the latest strain in different from those…

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Europe prepares for ‘credible threat’ of Chinese flu pandemic spreading despite likelihood is considered low

The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) on Monday considered the likelihood of introduction of the virus to the EU to be "low", warning however that the risk…

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Ozzy Osbourne opens up about his struggle with Parkinson’s

Ozzy Osbourne revealed on Tuesday morning that he has Parkinson's in an emotional interview with his wife Sharon. The 71-year-old sat down with Good Morning America to reveal he could…

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James Bond will remain male after Craig’s departure

James Bond films' producer ruled out making the character female after Daniel Craig's departure. No Time To Die, which will be released in April, marks Craig's final outing as 007,…

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1525 - The Swiss Anabaptist Movement is born when Conrad Grebel, Felix Manz, George Blaurock, and a dozen others baptize each other in the home of Manz's mother in Zürich, breaking a thousand-year tradition of church-state union.…

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WHO to convene emergency meeting as China virus spreads

The World Health Organisation is set to hold an emergency meeting to decide whether the deadly coronavirus is an international emergency. China confirmed on Monday that the virus, which has…

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Experts say cervical cancer could be eliminated in England

Experts say cervical cancer could be eliminated in England through a combination of the vaccine and NHS screening, which will now test every woman for HPV, the virus that causes…

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Highlights from the International Green Week fair in Berlin 2020

Highlight during the International Green Week fair in Berlin, Germany. The International Green Week fair runs from 17 to 26 January. This year’s edition is the 85th. Berlin International Green…

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1265 - First English Parliament summoned other than by royal command (in this instance by Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester) mets in Westminster Hall. 1841 - China cedes Hong Kong to the British during the…

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Microsoft and Danone commit to Artificial Intelligence for a responsible food industry

Danone and Microsoft have partnered in an artificial intelligence (AI) program dubbed ‘AI Factory For AgriFood’ that seeks to support sustainable food and regenerative agriculture in France. The AI Factory…

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China confirms sharp rise in cases of SARS-like virus across the country

China on Monday reported a mysterious SARS-like virus had spread across the country, including to Beijing, raising concerns as millions begin trips for the Lunar New Year. A third person…

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Photo Story: The 26th Screen Actors Guild Awards

South Korean film Parasite has won the biggest award of the night at the Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAG). Bong Joon Ho's black comedy about two families, one rich and one…

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379 - Theodosius installed as co-emperor of the Eastern Roman Empire. 1812 - Peninsular War: After a ten-day siege, Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, orders British soldiers of the…

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VIDEO: Highlights Paris Fashion Week FW2020/21

Fashion Week festivities have made their way over to France’s capital of Paris. Welcoming in the Fall/Winter 2020 season, the city’s dazzling streets and ornate architecture have become the latest…

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French fashion designer Jean-Paul Gaultier announces retirement

French designer Jean-Paul Gaultier said Friday that his next Paris haute couture fashion show will be his last. The flamboyant creator said he would be bowing out Wednesday with a…

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American health authorities recommend avoiding e-cigarettes that contain THC

US health officials retreated from a previous warning about e-cigarette use, instead recommending that people not use THC-containing e-cigarette or vaping products. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended…

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Experts warn over scale of China mystery virus as US airports start screening

The true scale of the outbreak of a mysterious SARS-like virus in China is likely far bigger than officially reported, scientists have warned, as countries ramp up measures to prevent…

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One of art world’s biggest mysteries solved

A stolen painting has been discovered hidden inside the walls of an Italian art gallery 23 years after it disappeared, it was confirmed on Friday. Art experts confirmed the…

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Joint Sky & NBC News Channel Confirmed

Variety reports that Comcast confirmed plans to launch a global news platform with Sky News at the launch of its highly anticipated streaming offering Peacock. Variety reported that the channel…

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Nestlé to launch plant-based sausages in Europe and US

Good news for barbecue fans who want to put some vegan treats on the grill this year: Nestlé is launching plant-based sausages in Europe and the United States that look,…

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Second person dies from mystery Chinese virus

A second person has died in China from a mystery virus that has stricken dozens and appeared in two other Asian countries, officials said late on Thursday. The news comes…

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1734 - Augustus III was crowned king of Poland. 1773 - Captain James Cook becomes 1st to cross Antarctic Circle (66° 33' S). 1873 - A group of Modoc warriors…

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HIV in the UK: A new report by Public Health England shows transmission have continued to fall

A new report shows that thanks to increases in HIV testing, fewer people remain unaware of their HIV status. The drop in HIV transmission has been especially large among gay,…

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Photo Story: Queen in South Korea

Brian May of Queen, vocalist Adam Lambert and Roger Taylor of Queen attend a press conference ahead of the Rhapsody Tour at the Conrad Hotel in Seoul, South Korea, 16…

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Japan confirms first case of new China coronavirus strain

Japan has confirmed its first case of infection from the new China coronavirus that has killed one person and prompted a travel alert from the US state department. A…

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Heartbreak for actor Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson after father dies aged 75

Tributes have been paid to Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's father and former pro wrestler Rocky Johnson following his death aged 75. Johnson, who was born in Nova Scotia, Canada, was…

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Americans’ wine consumption dropped for the first time in 25 years

Wine is falling out favour with Americans. That's according to a new report from industry group IWSR that found wine consumption has dropped for the first time in 25 years.…

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U.S. issues warning about pneumonia outbreak in China

The U.S. State Department warned Americans in China about an outbreak of pneumonia in the central city of Wuhan believed to be caused by a new strain of coronavirus, and…

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Photo Story: World premiere of ‘Bad Boys For Life’ in Hollywood

US actors Will Smith (L) and Martin Lawrence (R) arrive for the world premiere of the movie 'Bad Boys For Life' at the TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX in Hollywood, Los…

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588 BC - Nebuchadrezzar II of Babylon lays siege to Jerusalem under Zedekiah's reign. The siege lasts until July 23, 586 BC. 1535 - Henry VIII declares himself head of the…

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1526 - Charles V and Francis I sign the Treaty of Madrid, forcing Francis to give up claims to Burgundy, Italy and Flanders. 1641 - United East Indian Company conquers…

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KitKat launches gold edition

After Ruby and Green Tea Matcha, Nestlé has unveiled the latest edition of its most iconic confectionery brand: the new KitKat Gold. KitKat Gold offers a combination of crispy wafer…

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Nominations for Oscars revealed

The nominations for this year's Academy Awards have been announced, with Joker and Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood currently leading the field. Joker is up for costume design, original…

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Photo Story: The 18th International Gastronomy Fair opens in Madrid

A series of photos taken during the 18th 'Madrid Fusion 2020' International Gastronomy Fair in Madrid, Spain, 13 January 2020. The gastronomic event, under the slogan 'Essential cuisine, thoughtful simplicity',…

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Chinese mystery virus outbreak not spreading at present

An outbreak of pneumonia that has killed one person in China and infected 40 others appears to be linked to a single seafood market in the central city of Wuhan…

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532 - Nika riots begin in Constantinople, revolt against Emperor Justinian I, prompted by chariot racing. 1785 - John Walter publishes 1st issue of "The Times" of London. 1898 -…

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Domino’s plans to open more than 800 pizzerias in Italy

American pizza giant Domino's has announced that it plans to open at least 880 outlets across Italy in the next decade. The hundreds of new Italian Domino's outlets are planned…

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1528 - Gustav I of Sweden crowned King of Sweden, rules for 37 years and becomes known as the "father of the nation". 1554 - Bayinnaung crowned King of Burma, goes on to assemble the…

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First death from China mystery illness outbreak

A 61-year-old man has died from pneumonia in the central Chinese city of Wuhan in an outbreak of a yet to be identified virus while seven others are in critical…

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1599- Jacob van Neck's fleet leaves Bantam, Java in modern day Indonesia with 1 million pounds of pepper and cloves and a further half a ship full of nutmeg, mace and…

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Photo Story: Sir David Attenborough opens Turner’s House exhibit in London

Sir David Attenborough with British artist J.M.W Turner's original paintings at the artist's former home in Twickenham, London, Britain, 10 January 2020. Attenborough opened the first exhibition of Turner's original…

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49 - BC Julius Caesar defies the Roman Senate and crosses the Rubicon, uttering "alea iacta est" (the die is cast), signaling the start of civil war which would lead to his appointment as Roman dictator for life.…

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Sea of Thieves notches up 10 million players

More than 10 million people have played Sea of Thieves since its launch, the game’s creator has revealed. To mark reaching the impressive milestone, Rare Studios is giving fans of…

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Two new David Bowie records to be released in 2020

Two new David Bowie records will be released this year, with a digital EP featuring unheard versions of songs being released weekly and a live session, which will be out…

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1431 - Judges' investigations for the trial of Joan of Arc begin in Rouen, France, the seat of the English occupation government. 1760 - Afghans defeat Marathas in battle of Barari Ghat. 1839 - Daguerreotype photo process announced at French Academy…

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Singer Justin Bieber reveals he has Lyme disease

Canadian pop singer Justin Bieber has revealed he has been diagnosed with Lyme disease. The symptoms often include a rash, muscle pain, and tiredness. In a long message on his…

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WHO fears China’s mysterious outbreak could be new virus

Chinese state media said on Thursday that an outbreak of more than 50 pneumonia cases in the central city of Wuhan could be caused by a new strain of coronavirus.…

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Spread of polio still an international public health concern

The spread of polio internationally remains a global public health concern, experts meeting in Geneva have concluded. The opinion comes in a statement released on Tuesday following the latest meeting of the Emergency Committee convened by the…

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1656 - Oldest surviving commercial newspaper begins (Haarlem, Netherlands). 1790 - 1st US President George Washington delivers 1st state of the union address. 1835 - US national debt is $0 for the first and only time in history.…

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1610 - During this month in 1610, Italian astronomer Galileo made the earthshaking discoveries that four moons revolve around Jupiter and that the telescope reveals many more stars than are visible to the naked eye. 1714 - Typewriter patented…

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Sars ruled out as dozens fall ill in China

A mysterious viral pneumonia that has infected dozens in central China is not Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (Sars), health chiefs have said. They also discounted bird flu and Middle East…

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Celebrated annually this day, Epiphany is a major feast that commemorates, for Western Christians, the coming of the Magi and, for Eastern Orthodox Christians, Jesus' birth, baptism by John, and first miracle. 1649 - The English Rump Parliament votes…

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