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Great Barrier Reef's World Heritage status at risk

The Australian government believes an 'in danger' listing could dent the global appeal of the reef, one of the country's top tourism attractions

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Olympic characters face stiff competition in mascot-mad Japan

One cult favourite is punk-rock 'pear fairy' Funassyi, who shot to fame a decade ago

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Nasa rover preparing to take first Mars rock samples

The Perseverance rover will analyse surface samples with instruments and scoop some rocks for a return trip to Earth

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How much do Instagram influencers really make?

HypeAuditor conducted a survey of 1,865 Instagram influencers, asking them about their income, their workload and time invested

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3 sports we’d love to see at the Olympics

Here are some of the activities that might follow in the footsteps of karate and 3x3 basketball

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Unesco removes Liverpool from world heritage list

It is only the third such removal from Unesco's list, following two days of discussions about how cities can preserve their past while moving forward

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Indian Ocean ballet: South Africa’s breathtaking ‘sardine run’

Scientists believe the phenomenon is linked to their reproductive cycle

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In Mecca, women set off on hajj as 'guardian' rule cast aside

As part of recent reforms, women of all ages are allowed to make the pilgrimage without a male relative, as long as they go in a group

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You can now join group calls in progress on WhatsApp

Previously, Whatsapp users could not join a call after initially missing it or not answering

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Digital detox: apps that help you cut down on smartphone use

Whether you use it for work or leisure, it can sometimes be hard to put your smartphone down

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LVMH takes majority stake in Virgil Abloh streetwear label Off-White

Abloh will retain 40% and remain creative director for the men's collections of Louis Vuitton

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World’s richest man Jeff Bezos blasts into space

The Amazon founder was 'amazed and awestruck by the Earth and its beauty'

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Tokyo’s real life Paw Patrol keeps crime on short leash

Wan-Wan Patrol is a programme that enlists dogs and their owners to turn their daily walks into a neighbourhood watch