bbc--2020-07-23--Revealed: Who made your all-time Liverpool XI - and which legends missed out?

When a team has won 19 top-flight titles and six European Cups , picking an all-time XI is no easy task .
We asked you to do just that after Liverpool ended their 30-year wait to be champions of England - and more than 125,000 of you submitted your teams .
It is quite a starting XI , but just as interesting is who missed out , with some legendary figures not making the cut .
As a player Sir Kenny Dalglish inspired the Reds to six league titles and three European Cups , scoring 172 goals in 515 games @ @ @ @ @ @ @ enough to make the Scot the third most-selected player , included in 73 % of teams .
In second place came defender Virgil van Dijk , one of the stars of this season 's success under Jurgen Klopp and last year 's Champions League win .
He was included in 75 % of teams .
But the most-selected player overall ?
Despite being unable to lift the Premier League trophy , an Anfield career taking in 710 appearances and 186 goals - along with countless iconic moments - ensured Steven Gerrard claimed that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ % of teams .
Not a bad side that .
But what about the substitutes ?
Mohamed Salah was picked in 31 % of starting XIs but he was just pipped by Luis Suarez ( 32 % ) as the third most popular striker , so the Egyptian - the catalyst for so much of Liverpool 's recent success - has to make do with a place on the bench .
Suarez and Dalglish are joined up front by Ian Rush , who scored 346 goals in 660 games and made 57 % @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 37 % ) was actually the 10th most-selected player overall but there is no place for him in the most popular 4-3-3 formation , with Gerrard , Graeme Souness ( 63 % ) and John Barnes ( 53 % ) all picked more in midfield .
Jamie Carragher spent his entire career at Anfield but he does not make the cut despite being included by 25 % of you .
Van Dijk and Alan Hansen ( 70 % ) are the preferred centre-back pairing .
Other notable absentees from this XI include Champions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( 11 % ) , along with a host of brilliant attackers , including Kevin Keegan ( 19 % ) , Robbie Fowler ( 17 % ) , Steve McManaman and Sadio Mane ( both 14 % ) and Fernando Torres , Peter Beardsley and Michael Owen ( all 11 % ) .
You can still read about all of the players ' credentials below and pick your XI at the bottom of this page .
Although World War One interrupted his progress , the Northern Irishman spent more than 20 years on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
In 1924 , after pulling off a stunning save against Blackburn Rovers , one fan ran onto the pitch and kissed him .
Bill Shankly 's first-choice keeper , the Scot only missed four league matches in six seasons .
In addition to winning two league titles , the keeper - affectionately nicknamed `` The Flying Pig '' by fans because of his ability to dive around the penalty area despite weighing more than 14 stone - helped Liverpool win their first FA Cup .
A key member of the Bob Paisley @ @ @ @ @ @ @ five league titles and three European Cups in the space of eight years in the 1970s and early 1980s .
Regarded as an eccentric genius , the South Africa-born Zimbabwe international will be best remembered for the wobbly legged penalty heroics in the 1984 European Cup final against Roma - one of 13 major trophies he won during a glittering Anfield career .
Remembered with affection by Reds fans for his heroics during the epic 2005 Champions League success , as Rafael Benitez 's side beat AC Milan on penalties after coming from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ overcome West Ham United on penalties in the 2006 FA Cup final .
Six years later , he was also in goal as Kenny Dalglish 's side beat Cardiff City on penalties in the League Cup final .
When Liverpool paid Roma £66.8m and made the Brazilian the world 's most expensive keeper in July 2018 , the Reds had not won a major trophy for six years .
Now they have a league triumph to back up last season 's Champions League heroics .
Broke his collarbone in the 1965 FA Cup @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before substitutes were allowed .
Despite being in extreme pain , he carried on and helped the Reds win 2-1 .
A right-back whose record of 61 goals was impressive given he was not the club 's penalty taker or free-kick specialist .
The first Liverpool captain to lift the FA Cup .
Described as a `` colossus '' by Shankly and helped turn the Reds into one of the most feared sides in Europe .
Known as the `` Anfield Iron '' , he scored in the 1977 European Cup final as @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the trophy for the first time .
Although he was the first Liverpool captain to lift the European Cup , his contribution went beyond that and was an archetypal Shankly player , matching skill with boundless enthusiasm and battling qualities .
A lifelong Red from Kirkby who went from skippering the youth team to captaining Paisley 's side to European Cup glory in Paris in 1981 .
The most decorated player in the club 's history , winning 22 pieces of silverware in the space of 11 glorious years .
A trusted full-back @ @ @ @ @ @ @ league appearances between December 1974 and September 1983 .
Captained the Reds to their first - and so far only - Double in 1986 and widely regarded as one of the most skilful centre-halves in British football history .
An attacking full-back who had a knack of scoring vital goals - including the winner in the 1981 European Cup final against Real Madrid .
Three years later he scored the decisive penalty in the shootout which decided the 1984 European Cup final against Roma in their own stadium .
Made a name for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ most versatile players as he helped the club win four league titles and one European Cup .
Formed a solid partnership with Alan Hansen in the centre of defence and was a key member of the 1986 Double-winning squad .
A graceful centre-half , the Scotsman played a big part as the Reds finished nine points ahead of nearest challengers Manchester United in 1987-88 - one of three title-winning seasons he was involved in at Anfield .
After becoming player-manager Kenny Dalglish 's first-choice left-back in 1985-86 , the Republic of Ireland international @ @ @ @ @ @ @ winning goal against Chelsea that clinched the 1985-86 title - before helping the Reds beat Everton in the FA Cup final the same season .
Spent his entire career at Anfield and became the first player to represent the Reds 100 times in continental competition .
An integral part of Gerard Houllier 's treble-winning side of 2001 and , four years later , one of the heroes of Istanbul .
The towering Finn became a fans ' favourite during a decade at the club and was an FA Cup , Uefa Cup and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A full-back who could also play on the left of midfield , the Norwegian spent seven years at the club through the Gerard Houllier and Benitez eras .
Emerged from Liverpool 's academy to become a Champions League winner before his 21st birthday and the right-back has made a name for himself for being an assist king .
Has gone from playing in the third division in Scotland in 2013 to winning the Champions League in 2019 - and the Premier League in 2020 .
Since arriving for a club record £75m fee @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Netherlands centre-back has brought a calm , reassuring presence to the backline .
Made more appearances for the club than anyone else , and was with the Reds through their rise from the second tier to the summit of European football .
Played on the right side of Shankly 's midfield .
Helped the Reds win promotion in 1962 and was there when they were crowned champions of England in 1964 .
A powerful presence down the left wing , winning 10 major trophies during 11 years .
Arrived at Anfield as a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as the Reds dominated domestic and European football in the 1970s and early 1980s .
Creative and hard-working , his header against Tottenham in 1978 is regarded as one of the finest team goals seen at Anfield .
A great Reds servant and a consistent performer who contributed to some of the finest moments in the club 's history .
A gritty , fearless operator who captained the team to 1984 European Cup glory .
Captained the Reds to victory in the 1989 FA Cup final - one of 12 major trophies Liverpool @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's time at the club .
Spent seven successful years on Merseyside when Liverpool ruled the league and scored in the FA Cup final win over Everton that clinched the Double in 1985-86 .
Regarded as one of the finest passers of the ball to play for the club - a key presence during the Double-winning season of 1985-86 , with 21 goals in 58 matches .
A powerful presence in the engine room who had a knack of scoring screamers .
Five major trophies in six years .
A shaggy-haired local kid @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to his link-up play with striker Robbie Fowler .
An iconic figure who arguably competes with Dalglish for the title of the greatest to wear the red shirt .
A master in the art of passing , the Spaniard played with authority and enjoyed European and domestic success .
Having joined as a 20-year-old from Sunderland in 2011 , he has secured his name in Anfield folklore by captaining the side to the title - one year after lifting the Champions League trophy in Madrid .
Played a huge part in turning Liverpool @ @ @ @ @ @ @ player to score 100 league goals for Liverpool .
Top scorer with 17 when Liverpool won the league title for the first time in 1900-01 .
Topped the Liverpool goal charts in the first five post-World War One seasons and played a pivotal role in the Reds winning two consecutive championships in 1922 and 1923 .
Third on the list of all-time Liverpool scorers .
Unfortunately his goals were not enough to earn any trophies during his 11 years with the Reds .
A prolific scorer throughout his career at Liverpool , he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in November 1946 , against Portsmouth , Derby and Arsenal .
A player of great versatility , he filled every outfield position but excelled most in an attacking role .
Regarded by fans of a certain generation as one of the best to have played for the club .
Only one other player - Ian Rush - has scored more goals for the club .
Netted 41 goals in 41 games as the Reds won promotion in 1961-62 and was leading scorer during the title-winning 1963-64 season .
Another player responsible for helping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ into a force , while his extra-time goal against Leeds United sealed the club 's first FA Cup .
A powerful forward , the Wales international struck up a fantastic partnership with Kevin Keegan that helped fire the Reds to three league titles , two Uefa Cups and more .
One of Liverpool 's favourite sons and a 1970s superstar , his 100 goals contributed towards two Uefa Cups , three league titles , a European Cup and an FA Cup .
Renowned for his memorable scoring exploits after coming off the bench @ @ @ @ @ @ @ most epic European nights against Saint-Etinenne on their way to winning the competition in 1977 .
The heart and soul of Liverpool having served as both a player and a manager .
A genius with the ball at his feet , `` King Kenny '' was a key member of the all-conquering red machine in the late 1970s and early 1980s .
The club 's record scorer who helped the Reds dominate English football in the 1980s .
Armed with electric pace and an eagle-eye , the Wales striker struck fear into opposition @ @ @ @ @ @ @ silky moves down the wing .
The Jamaica-born dribbler brought flair and style to the side and possessed a sweet left foot which he used to devastating effect .
Playing alongside John Aldridge , and later Rush and Barnes , he was a creative force in a dynamic attack which fired the Reds to two league titles and an FA Cup .
Scored as Liverpool beat Everton to win the 1989 FA Cup final .
Also helped propel the Reds to a league title .
His passion for the club shone through on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ christening him `` God '' .
A big talent during two spells at Anfield .
Hero of the 2001 FA Cup final when , as a 21-year-old , he scored twice in the final 10 minutes as Liverpool came from behind against Arsenal .
While at Liverpool , he was the first English winner of the Ballon d'Or award since Keegan was given the honour for the second consecutive year in 1979 .
Scorer of three hat-tricks in his first season at Anfield , `` El Nino '' was a devastating presence at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ joining from Atletico Madrid .
Premier League top scorer with 31 goals as Brendan Rodgers ' Reds missed out to Manchester City by two points in the race for the 2013-14 league title .
The first Brazilian to score 50 goals in the Premier League .
Described by Klopp as `` unique '' and an `` incredibly important player '' .
The Senegal forward scored some crucial goals during his side 's charge to the title , including winners against West Ham , Norwich , Wolves and Aston Villa .
A Reds superstar @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to reach 50 Premier League goals for the club after achieving the feat in 69 games .

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Two of these Liverpool legends made the cut - but one missed out
When a team has won 19 top-flight titles and six European Cups, picking an all-time XI is no easy task.
We asked you to do just that after Liverpool ended their 30-year wait to be champions of England - and more than 125,000 of you submitted your teams.
It is quite a starting XI, but just as interesting is who missed out, with some legendary figures not making the cut.
The three most-selected players
As a player Sir Kenny Dalglish inspired the Reds to six league titles and three European Cups, scoring 172 goals in 515 games. But that remarkable record is only enough to make the Scot the third most-selected player, included in 73% of teams.
In second place came defender Virgil van Dijk, one of the stars of this season's success under Jurgen Klopp and last year's Champions League win. He was included in 75% of teams.
But the most-selected player overall? Despite being unable to lift the Premier League trophy, an Anfield career taking in 710 appearances and 186 goals - along with countless iconic moments - ensured Steven Gerrard claimed that honour. He was included in 92% of teams.
Gerrard was the driving force as Liverpool came from 3-0 down at half-time to beat AC Milan in the 2005 Champions League final
Your all-time Liverpool XI
Which legends missed out?
Not a bad side that. But what about the substitutes?
Mohamed Salah was picked in 31% of starting XIs but he was just pipped by Luis Suarez (32%) as the third most popular striker, so the Egyptian - the catalyst for so much of Liverpool's recent success - has to make do with a place on the bench. Suarez and Dalglish are joined up front by Ian Rush, who scored 346 goals in 660 games and made 57% of your teams.
Xabi Alonso (37%) was actually the 10th most-selected player overall but there is no place for him in the most popular 4-3-3 formation, with Gerrard, Graeme Souness (63%) and John Barnes (53%) all picked more in midfield.
Jamie Carragher spent his entire career at Anfield but he does not make the cut despite being included by 25% of you. Van Dijk and Alan Hansen (70%) are the preferred centre-back pairing.
In goal, Ray Clemence (44%) edged out Alisson (33%).
Other notable absentees from this XI include Champions League and Premier League-winning captain Jordan Henderson (11%), along with a host of brilliant attackers, including Kevin Keegan (19%), Robbie Fowler (17%), Steve McManaman and Sadio Mane (both 14%) and Fernando Torres, Peter Beardsley and Michael Owen (all 11%).
You can still read about all of the players' credentials below and pick your XI at the bottom of this page.
GOALKEEPERS
Elisha Scott Career span at Liverpool: (1912-15 and 1919-34). Appearances/goals: 468/0. Major honours: League title (2) - 1922, 1923.
Although World War One interrupted his progress, the Northern Irishman spent more than 20 years on Merseyside and helped Liverpool win two titles. In 1924, after pulling off a stunning save against Blackburn Rovers, one fan ran onto the pitch and kissed him.
Tommy Lawrence (1957-71). 390/0. League title (2) - 1964, 1966. FA Cup (1) - 1965.
Bill Shankly's first-choice keeper, the Scot only missed four league matches in six seasons. In addition to winning two league titles, the keeper - affectionately nicknamed "The Flying Pig" by fans because of his ability to dive around the penalty area despite weighing more than 14 stone - helped Liverpool win their first FA Cup.
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Ray Clemence (1967-81). 665/0. League title (5) - 1973, 1976, 1977, 1979, 1980. European Cup (3) - 1977, 1978, 1981. Uefa Cup (2) - 1973, 1976. FA Cup (1) - 1974. League Cup (1) - 1981.
A key member of the Bob Paisley era, he went on to win five league titles and three European Cups in the space of eight years in the 1970s and early 1980s.
Bruce Grobbelaar (1981-94). 628/0. League title (6) - 1982, 1983, 1984, 1986, 1988, 1990. European Cup (1) - 1984. FA Cup (3) - 1986, 1989, 1992. League Cup (3) - 1982, 1983, 1984.
Regarded as an eccentric genius, the South Africa-born Zimbabwe international will be best remembered for the wobbly legged penalty heroics in the 1984 European Cup final against Roma - one of 13 major trophies he won during a glittering Anfield career.
Jerzy Dudek (2001-07): 186/0. Champions League (1) - 2005. FA Cup (1) - 2006. League Cup (1) - 2003.
Remembered with affection by Reds fans for his heroics during the epic 2005 Champions League success, as Rafael Benitez's side beat AC Milan on penalties after coming from 3-0 behind in Istanbul.
Pepe Reina (2005-14). 394/0. FA Cup (1) - 2006. League Cup - (1) - 2012.
Helped Liverpool overcome West Ham United on penalties in the 2006 FA Cup final. Six years later, he was also in goal as Kenny Dalglish's side beat Cardiff City on penalties in the League Cup final.
Alisson (2018-present). 86/0. League title (1) - 2020. Champions League (1) - 2019.
When Liverpool paid Roma £66.8m and made the Brazilian the world's most expensive keeper in July 2018, the Reds had not won a major trophy for six years. Now they have a league triumph to back up last season's Champions League heroics.
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DEFENDERS
Gerry Byrne (1957-69). 333/4. League title (2) - 1964, 1966. FA Cup (1) - 1965.
Broke his collarbone in the 1965 FA Cup final against Leeds United at a time before substitutes were allowed. Despite being in extreme pain, he carried on and helped the Reds win 2-1.
Chris Lawler (1960-75). 549/61. League title (3) - 1964, 1966, 1973. Uefa Cup (1) - 1973. FA Cup (2) - 1965, 1974.
A right-back whose record of 61 goals was impressive given he was not the club's penalty taker or free-kick specialist.
Ron Yeats (1961-71). 454/16. League title (2) - 1964, 1966. FA Cup (1) - 1965.
The first Liverpool captain to lift the FA Cup. Described as a "colossus" by Shankly and helped turn the Reds into one of the most feared sides in Europe.
Tommy Smith (1962-78). 638/48. League title (4) - 1966, 1973, 1976, 1977. European Cup (1) - 1977. Uefa Cups (2) - 1973, 1976. FA Cup (2) - 1965, 1974.
Known as the "Anfield Iron", he scored in the 1977 European Cup final as Liverpool beat Borussia Monchengladbach 3-1 to win the trophy for the first time.
Emlyn Hughes (1967-79). 665/49. League title (4) - 1973, 1976, 1977, 1979. European Cup (2) - 1977, 1978. Uefa Cup (2) - 1973, 1976. FA Cup (1) - 1974.
Although he was the first Liverpool captain to lift the European Cup, his contribution went beyond that and was an archetypal Shankly player, matching skill with boundless enthusiasm and battling qualities.
Phil Thompson (1971-84). 477/13. League title (7) - 1973, 1976, 1977, 1979, 1980, 1982, 1983. European Cup (3) - 1977, 1978, 1981. Uefa Cups (2) - 1973, 1976. FA Cup (1) - 1974. League Cup (2) - 1981, 1982.
A lifelong Red from Kirkby who went from skippering the youth team to captaining Paisley's side to European Cup glory in Paris in 1981.
Phil Neal (1974-85). 650/59. League title (8) - 1976, 1977, 1979, 1980, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1986. European Cup (4) - 1977, 1978, 1981, 1984. Uefa Cup (1) - 1976. League Cup (4) - 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984.
The most decorated player in the club's history, winning 22 pieces of silverware in the space of 11 glorious years. A trusted full-back, he made a record 365 consecutive league appearances between December 1974 and September 1983.
Alan Hansen (1977-91). 620/14. League title (8) - 1979, 1980, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1986, 1988, 1990. European Cup (3) - 1978, 1981, 1984. FA Cup (2) - 1986, 1989. League Cup (4) - 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984.
Captained the Reds to their first - and so far only - Double in 1986 and widely regarded as one of the most skilful centre-halves in British football history.
Alan Kennedy (1978-86). 359/20. League title (5) - 1979, 1980, 1982, 1983, 1984. European Cup (2) - 1981, 1984. League Cup (4) - 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984.
An attacking full-back who had a knack of scoring vital goals - including the winner in the 1981 European Cup final against Real Madrid. Three years later he scored the decisive penalty in the shootout which decided the 1984 European Cup final against Roma in their own stadium.
Steve Nicol (1981-94). 468/46. League title (4) - 1984, 1986, 1988, 1990. European Cup (1) - 1984. FA Cup (3) - 1986, 1989, 1992.
Made a name for himself as one of the game's most versatile players as he helped the club win four league titles and one European Cup.
Mark Lawrenson (1981-1988). 356/18. League title (5) - 1982, 1983, 1984, 1986, 1988. European Cup (1) - 1984. FA Cup (1) - 1986. League Cup (3) - 1982, 1983, 1984.
Formed a solid partnership with Alan Hansen in the centre of defence and was a key member of the 1986 Double-winning squad.
Gary Gillespie (1983-91). 214/16. League title (3) - 1986, 1988, 1990. European Cup (1) - 1984.
A graceful centre-half, the Scotsman played a big part as the Reds finished nine points ahead of nearest challengers Manchester United in 1987-88 - one of three title-winning seasons he was involved in at Anfield.
Jim Beglin (1983-89). 98/3. League title (1) - 1986. FA Cup - 1986.
After becoming player-manager Kenny Dalglish's first-choice left-back in 1985-86, the Republic of Ireland international played a part in his boss' winning goal against Chelsea that clinched the 1985-86 title - before helping the Reds beat Everton in the FA Cup final the same season.
Jamie Carragher (1996-2013). 737/5. Champions League (1) - 2005. Uefa Cup (1) - 2001. FA Cup (2) - 2001, 2006. League Cup (3) - 2001, 2003, 2012.
Spent his entire career at Anfield and became the first player to represent the Reds 100 times in continental competition. An integral part of Gerard Houllier's treble-winning side of 2001 and, four years later, one of the heroes of Istanbul.
Sami Hyypia (1999-2009). 464/35. Champions League (1) - 2005. Uefa Cup (1) - 2001. FA Cup (2) - 2001, 2006. League Cup (2) - 2001, 2003.
The towering Finn became a fans' favourite during a decade at the club and was an FA Cup, Uefa Cup and League Cup treble winner in 2000-01.
John Arne Riise (2001-08). 348/31. Champions League (1) - 2005. FA Cup (1) - 2006. League Cup (1) - 2003.
A full-back who could also play on the left of midfield, the Norwegian spent seven years at the club through the Gerard Houllier and Benitez eras.
Trent Alexander-Arnold (2016-present). 132/7. League title (1) - 2020. Champions League (1) - 2019.
Emerged from Liverpool's academy to become a Champions League winner before his 21st birthday and the right-back has made a name for himself for being an assist king.
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Andrew Robertson (2017-present). 125/4. League title (1) - 2020. Champions League (1) - 2019.
Has gone from playing in the third division in Scotland in 2013 to winning the Champions League in 2019 - and the Premier League in 2020.
Virgil van Dijk (2018-present). 120/11. League title (1) - 2020. Champions League (1) - 2019.
Since arriving for a club record £75m fee from Southampton in 2018, the powerful Netherlands centre-back has brought a calm, reassuring presence to the backline.
MIDFIELDERS
Ian Callaghan (1959-78). 857/68. League title (5) - 1964, 1966, 1973, 1976, 1977. European Cup (2) - 1977, 1978. Uefa Cup (2) - 1973, 1976. FA Cup (2) - 1965, 1974.
Made more appearances for the club than anyone else, and was with the Reds through their rise from the second tier to the summit of European football.
Gordon Milne (1960-67). 282/18. League title (2) - 1964, 1966.
Played on the right side of Shankly's midfield. Helped the Reds win promotion in 1962 and was there when they were crowned champions of England in 1964.
Steve Heighway (1970-81). 475/76. League title (4) - 1973, 1976, 1977, 1979. European Cup (2) - 1977, 1978. Uefa Cup (2) - 1973, 1976. FA Cup (1) - 1974. League Cup (1) - 1981.
A powerful presence down the left wing, winning 10 major trophies during 11 years.
Ray Kennedy (1974-82). 393/72. League title (5) - 1976, 1977, 1979, 1980, 1982. European Cup (3) - 1977, 1978, 1981. Uefa Cup (1) - 1976. League Cup (1) - 1981.
Arrived at Anfield as a Double winner with Arsenal before enjoying success as the Reds dominated domestic and European football in the 1970s and early 1980s.
Terry McDermott (1974-82). 329/81. League title (5) - 1976, 1977, 1979, 1980, 1982. European Cup (3) - 1977, 1978, 1981. Uefa Cup (1) - 1976. League Cup (2) - 1981, 1982.
Creative and hard-working, his header against Tottenham in 1978 is regarded as one of the finest team goals seen at Anfield.
Sammy Lee (1976-86). 295/19. League title (3) - 1982, 1983, 1984. European Cup (2) - 1981, 1984. League Cup (4) - 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984.
A great Reds servant and a consistent performer who contributed to some of the finest moments in the club's history.
Graeme Souness (1978-84). 359/55. League title (5) - 1979, 1980, 1982, 1983, 1984. European Cup (3) - 1978, 1981, 1984. League Cup (3) - 1982, 1983, 1984.
A gritty, fearless operator who captained the team to 1984 European Cup glory.
Ronnie Whelan (1979-94). 493/73. League title (6) - 1982, 1983, 1984, 1986, 1988, 1990. European Cup (1) - 1984. FA Cup (2) - 1986, 1989. League Cup (3) - 1982, 1983, 1984.
Captained the Reds to victory in the 1989 FA Cup final - one of 12 major trophies Liverpool won during the Republic of Ireland international's time at the club.
Craig Johnston (1981-88). 271/40. League title (5) - 1982, 1983, 1984, 1986, 1988. European Cup (1) - 1984. FA Cup (1) - 1986. League Cup (2) - 1983, 1984.
Spent seven successful years on Merseyside when Liverpool ruled the league and scored in the FA Cup final win over Everton that clinched the Double in 1985-86.
Jan Molby (1984-96). 292/61. League title (3) - 1986, 1988, 1990. FA Cup (2) - 1986, 1992.
Regarded as one of the finest passers of the ball to play for the club - a key presence during the Double-winning season of 1985-86, with 21 goals in 58 matches.
Steve McMahon (1985-1991). Appearances/goals: 277/50. League title (3) - 1986, 1988, 1990. FA Cup (2) - 1986, 1989.
A powerful presence in the engine room who had a knack of scoring screamers. Five major trophies in six years.
Steve McManaman (1990-99). 364/66. FA Cup (1) - 1992. League Cup (1) - 1995.
A shaggy-haired local kid who quickly became a Kop favourite thanks to his link-up play with striker Robbie Fowler.
Steven Gerrard (1998-2015). 710/186. Champions League (1) - 2005. Uefa Cup (1) - 2001. FA Cup (2) - 2001, 2006. League Cup (3) - 2001, 2003, 2012.
An iconic figure who arguably competes with Dalglish for the title of the greatest to wear the red shirt.
Xabi Alonso (2004-09). 210/19. Champions League (1) - 2005. FA Cup: 2006.
A master in the art of passing, the Spaniard played with authority and enjoyed European and domestic success.
Jordan Henderson (2011-present). 364/29. League title (1) - 2020. Champions League (1) - 2019. League Cup (1) - 2012.
Having joined as a 20-year-old from Sunderland in 2011, he has secured his name in Anfield folklore by captaining the side to the title - one year after lifting the Champions League trophy in Madrid.
James Milner (2015-present). 212/26. League title (1) - 2020. Champions League (1) - 2019.
Played a huge part in turning Liverpool from also-rans to title-winners.
FORWARDS
Sam Raybould (1900-07). 226/129. League title (2) - 1901, 1906.
The first player to score 100 league goals for Liverpool. Top scorer with 17 when Liverpool won the league title for the first time in 1900-01.
Harry Chambers (1915-28). 339/151. League title (2) - 1922, 1923.
Topped the Liverpool goal charts in the first five post-World War One seasons and played a pivotal role in the Reds winning two consecutive championships in 1922 and 1923.
Gordon Hodgson (1925-36). 377/241.
Third on the list of all-time Liverpool scorers. Unfortunately his goals were not enough to earn any trophies during his 11 years with the Reds.
Jack Balmer (1935-1952). 312/111. League title (1) - 1947.
A prolific scorer throughout his career at Liverpool, he scored hat-tricks in three successive league matches in November 1946, against Portsmouth, Derby and Arsenal.
Billy Liddell (1938-61). 534/228. League title (1) - 1947.
A player of great versatility, he filled every outfield position but excelled most in an attacking role. Regarded by fans of a certain generation as one of the best to have played for the club.
Roger Hunt (1958-1969). 492/286. League title (2) - 1964, 1966. FA Cup (1) - 1965.
Only one other player - Ian Rush - has scored more goals for the club. Netted 41 goals in 41 games as the Reds won promotion in 1961-62 and was leading scorer during the title-winning 1963-64 season.
Ian St John (1961-71). 425/118. League title (2) - 1964, 1966. FA Cup - 1965.
Another player responsible for helping turn Liverpool from a mediocre second-tier side into a force, while his extra-time goal against Leeds United sealed the club's first FA Cup.
John Toshack (1970-78). 247/96. League title (3) - 1973, 1976, 1977. Uefa Cup (2) - 1973, 1976. FA Cup (1) - 1974.
A powerful forward, the Wales international struck up a fantastic partnership with Kevin Keegan that helped fire the Reds to three league titles, two Uefa Cups and more.
Kevin Keegan (1971-77). 323/100. League title (3) - 1973, 1976, 1977. European Cup (1) - 1977. Uefa Cup (2) - 1973, 1976. FA Cup (1) - 1974.
One of Liverpool's favourite sons and a 1970s superstar, his 100 goals contributed towards two Uefa Cups, three league titles, a European Cup and an FA Cup.
David Fairclough (1975-83). 154/55. League title (3) - 1976, 1977, 1980. European Cup (2) - 1977, 1978. Uefa Cup (1) - 1976. League Cup (1) - 1983.
Renowned for his memorable scoring exploits after coming off the bench. Scored in one of Liverpool's most epic European nights against Saint-Etienne on their way to winning the competition in 1977.
Kenny Dalglish (1977-90). 515/172. League title (6) - 1979, 1980, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1986. European Cup (3) - 1978, 1981, 1984. FA Cup (1) - 1986. League Cup (4) - 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984.
The heart and soul of Liverpool having served as both a player and a manager. A genius with the ball at his feet, "King Kenny" was a key member of the all-conquering red machine in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Ian Rush (1980-87 & 1988-96). 660/346. League title (5) - 1982, 1983, 1984, 1986, 1990. European Cup (2) - 1981, 1984. FA Cup (3) - 1986, 1989, 1992. League Cup (5) - 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984, 1995.
The club's record scorer who helped the Reds dominate English football in the 1980s. Armed with electric pace and an eagle-eye, the Wales striker struck fear into opposition defenders.
John Barnes (1987-97). 407/108. League title (2) - 1988, 19890. FA Cup (2) - 1989, 1992. League Cup (1) - 1995.
Set pulses racing with his silky moves down the wing. The Jamaica-born dribbler brought flair and style to the side and possessed a sweet left foot which he used to devastating effect.
Peter Beardsley (1987-91). 175/59. League title (2) - 1988, 1990. FA Cup - 1989.
Playing alongside John Aldridge, and later Rush and Barnes, he was a creative force in a dynamic attack which fired the Reds to two league titles and an FA Cup.
John Aldridge (1987-89). 104/63. League title (1) - 1988. FA Cup (1) - 1989.
Scored as Liverpool beat Everton to win the 1989 FA Cup final. Also helped propel the Reds to a league title.
Robbie Fowler (1993-2001 and 2006-07). 369/183. Uefa Cup (1) - 2001. FA Cup (1) - 2001. League Cup (2) - 1995, 2001.
His passion for the club shone through on the pitch and led to Liverpool fans christening him "God". A big talent during two spells at Anfield.
Michael Owen (1996-2004). 297/158. Uefa Cup (1) - 2001. FA Cup (1) - 2001. League Cup (2) - 2001, 2003.
Hero of the 2001 FA Cup final when, as a 21-year-old, he scored twice in the final 10 minutes as Liverpool came from behind against Arsenal. While at Liverpool, he was the first English winner of the Ballon d'Or award since Keegan was given the honour for the second consecutive year in 1979.
Fernando Torres (2007-11). Appearances/goals: 142/81.
Scorer of three hat-tricks in his first season at Anfield, "El Nino" was a devastating presence at the tip of Benitez's attack after joining from Atletico Madrid.
Luis Suarez (2011-14). 133/82. League Cup (1) - 2012.
Premier League top scorer with 31 goals as Brendan Rodgers' Reds missed out to Manchester City by two points in the race for the 2013-14 league title.
Roberto Firmino (2015-present). 242/77. League title (1) - 2020. Champions League (1) - 2019.
The first Brazilian to score 50 goals in the Premier League. Described by Klopp as "unique" and an "incredibly important player".
Sadio Mane (2016-present). 168/80. League title (1) - 2020. Champions League (1) - 2019.
The Senegal forward scored some crucial goals during his side's charge to the title, including winners against West Ham, Norwich, Wolves and Aston Villa.
Mohamed Salah (2017-present). 150/94. League title (1) - 2020. Champions League (1) - 2019.
A Reds superstar, the Egyptian is the quickest player to reach 50 Premier League goals for the club after achieving the feat in 69 games.


bbc--2020-07-23--Trump cancels Republican convention in Florida as virus soars

President Donald Trump has cancelled the Republican party convention in Florida , citing the pandemic , as US coronavirus cases passed four million .
`` It 's not the right time for that , '' he said , adding that he would still give a convention speech in a different form .
Some Republican delegates will still gather in Charlotte , North Carolina , the original venue for the convention .
Mr Trump had moved part of the event to Florida because of social distancing rules introduced by North Carolina .
At that half-day event on 24 August , the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ party to be its standard-bearer in November 's presidential election .
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What did the president say ?
Mr Trump told Thursday 's White House coronavirus briefing that safety was his main concern in calling off the four-night extravaganza .
`` It 's a different world , and it will be for a little while , '' the president said , adding that he `` just felt it was wrong '' to put tens of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We did n't want to take any chances , '' he told reporters .
`` We have to be vigilant .
we have to be careful and we have to set an example . ''
The sheriff in Jacksonville warned this week the city was not ready for next month 's political jamboree .
Florida is behind only California and New York in total cases .
Mr Trump switched the location to Florida after the Democratic governor of North Carolina insisted in May on limiting the crowd size at the planned Republican convention @ @ @ @ @ @ @ suggest Mr Trump is facing an uphill battle for a second term in office amid criticism of his handling of the pandemic .
Democratic Party officials taunted the president over his announcement .
They are going to hold an almost entirely virtual convention in August in Milwaukee , Wisconsin , where Mr Trump 's challenger , Joe Biden , will formally accept the party nomination .
A Democratic strategist involved in their conference planning said : `` I wonder who will have the better convention - the party who recognised the limitations early @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mostly virtual/digital television production to capitalise on a prime-time audience of millions , or the clowns who keep moving theirs from place to place and have no concrete plan a month out . ''
In a `` socially-distanced '' conversation released on Thursday , Mr Biden and his former boss , ex-President Barack Obama , poured scorn on Mr Trump 's deflection of blame back in March - `` I do n't take responsibility at all '' - when asked about delays in Covid-19 testing .
`` Can you imagine standing up when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's not my responsibility ? '
'' said Mr Biden , the former US vice-president , in their chat recorded last week .
Mr Obama replied : `` Those words did n't come out of our mouths when we were in office . ''
As well as passing four million confirmed cases on Thursday , the US has recorded more than 144,000 deaths from Covid-19 .
On Wednesday , California passed New York - the former epicentre of the US outbreak - for the most confirmed cases with 409,000 .
On the same @ @ @ @ @ @ @ West Virginia all broke their records for the most new cases in a 24-hour period .
Alabama , Idaho and Texas also reported new record highs in daily deaths .
Across the US on Wednesday , a total 69,707 new virus cases were recorded .
Republicans and Democrats in Congress are meanwhile negotiating a deal to pass a fifth economic stimulus package .
The price tag for the previous four stands at $ 3tr ( £2.4tr ) .
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A Democratic strategist involved in the preparations said: "I wonder who will have the better convention - the party who recognised the limitations early on and have been planning for a mostly virtual/digital television production to capitalise on a prime-time audience of millions, or the clowns who keep moving theirs from place to place and have no concrete plan a month out."


bbc--2020-07-23--UK and US say Russia fired a satellite weapon in space

The US and UK have accused Russia of testing a weapon-like projectile in space that could be used to target satellites in orbit .
The US State Department described the recent use of `` what would appear to be actual in-orbit anti-satellite weaponry '' as concerning .
Russia 's defence ministry earlier said it was using new technology to perform checks on Russian space equipment .
The US has previously raised concerns about new Russian satellite activity .
But it is the first time the UK has made accusations about Russian test-firing in space .
They come just days after @ @ @ @ @ @ @ badly underestimated '' the threat posed by Russia .
In a statement on Thursday , US Assistant Secretary of State for International Security and Non-proliferation , Christopher Ford , accused Moscow of hypocrisy after it said it wanted arms control to be extended to space .
`` Moscow aims to restrict the capabilities of the United States while clearly having no intention of halting its own counter-space programme , '' he said .
The head of the UK 's space directorate , Air Vice Marshal Harvey Smyth , said he was also concerned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ which he said had the `` characteristics of a weapon '' .
`` Actions like this threaten the peaceful use of space and risk causing debris that could pose a threat to satellites and the space systems on which the world depends , '' he said .
He urged Russia to be `` responsible '' and to `` avoid any further such testing '' .
Russia , the UK , the US and China are among more than 100 nations to have committed to a space treaty that stipulates that outer space is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for peaceful purposes .
The treaty adds that weapons should not be placed in orbit or in space .
The US said the Russian satellite system was the same one it raised concerns about in 2018 and earlier this year when the US accused it of manoeuvring close to an American satellite .
In this latest incident , Gen Jay Raymond , who heads US space command , said there was evidence Russia `` conducted a test of a space-based anti-satellite weapon '' .
Gen Raymond added : `` This is further evidence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and test space-based systems and [ is ] consistent with the Kremlin 's published military doctrine to employ weapons that hold US and allied space assets at risk . ''
This Russian test of what the Americans say is an anti-satellite weapon is part of a pattern of recent Russian space activity .
In February , the US military said that two Russian satellites manoeuvred close to an American one , and in April Moscow test-fired a ground-based satellite interceptor .
Only four countries - Russia , the US , China and India @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the past decades .
Anti-satellite warheads have been carried aloft by aircraft or rockets , and satellites have also been illuminated by lasers .
But Moscow is also clearly looking at using one satellite to kill another .
Interest in such weapons is growing given our reliance upon satellites for a variety of purposes such as intelligence gathering , communications , navigation and early-warning .
There is no treaty banning or limiting such weapons though a number of countries have argued for some kind of agreement to do just this .
But in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the new frontier with several countries organising specific commands in their armed forces to deal with both the defensive and offensive aspects of protecting their essential space-based systems .
A test of a new Russian satellite took place on 15 July with the aim of performing checks on the country 's space equipment , Russia 's defence ministry said at the time .
`` During testing of the latest space technology , one of the domestic satellites was examined close up using the specialised equipment of small space craft , '' the ministry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
It added that `` valuable information about the technical condition of the object under investigation '' had been recorded .

"Actions like this threaten the peaceful use of space and risk causing debris that could pose a threat to satellites and the space systems on which the world depends," he said. He urged Russia to be "responsible" and to "avoid any further such testing".


bbc--2020-07-23--Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez denounces 'sexist slur by congressman'

US Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has given a speech rejecting a colleague 's apology after he allegedly used a sexist slur in an argument .
The New York City Democrat took to the House floor to accuse Republican Ted Yoho of accosting her on the steps of the US Capitol on Monday .
Ms Ocasio-Cortez , who is often a target of conservatives , said the words showed a `` pattern '' of bad behaviour by men .
Mr Yoho denies saying the slur and has called for civility .
`` This issue is not about one incident .
It is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ calling it a culture `` of accepting a violence and violent language against women , an entire structure of power that supports that . ''
She added that she was prepared to let the incident go until Mr Yoho `` made excuses '' by citing his wife and daughters in a speech on Wednesday .
What happened in the incident ?
Ms Ocasio-Cortez said she was entering Congress to vote when Mr Yoho , a Florida congressman , and Texas Congressman Roger Williams approached her as they departed the chamber .
She said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said `` you are out of your freaking mind '' in what a reporter who also witnessed the incident called a `` brief but heated exchange '' about recent comments Ms Ocasio-Cortez made about crime being linked to poverty .
Ms Ocasio-Cortez - a member of the so-called `` squad '' of young female Democrats - said she told him he was being `` rude '' .
Then , as Mr Yoho walked away , he was overheard by reporters using profanity and a sexist slur used to denigrate women .
Mr Yoho @ @ @ @ @ @ @ word , and said he had exclaimed `` bullshit '' to himself instead as he was leaving .
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What did Ocasio-Cortez say ?
In a passionate speech on Thursday , Ms Ocasio-Cortez rejected Mr Yoho 's comments on the House floor one day earlier , in which he apologised for the `` abrupt manner of the conversation '' with her and said he was `` very cognizant '' of his language because he was married and had daughters .
`` I will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will conduct myself from a place of passion and understanding that policy and political disagreement be vigorously debated with the knowledge that we approach the problems facing our nation with the betterment of the country in mind and the people we serve , '' Mr Yoho told his colleagues .
`` I can not apologise for my passion or for loving my God , my family and my country , '' he added .
`` Mr Yoho mentioned that he has a wife and two daughters , '' Ms Ocasio-Cortez , 30 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two years younger than Mr Yoho 's youngest daughter .
I am someone 's daughter too .
My father , thankfully , is not alive to see how Mr Yoho treated his daughter . ''
`` I am here because I have to show my parents that I am their daughter and that they did not raise me to accept abuse from men , '' she continued .
`` When you do that to any woman , what Mr Yoho did was give permission to other men to do that to his daughters @ @ @ @ @ @ @ using that language , in front of the press , he gave permission to use that language against his wife , his daughters , women in his community , and I am here to stand up to say that is not acceptable . ''
Ms Ocasio-Cortez , the youngest Democrat in the chamber , spoke about her upbringing in New York City 's Bronx borough and other times in her life when she had heard abusive language from men .
`` I want to be clear that representative Yoho 's comments were not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' she added .
`` Because I have worked a working-class job .
`` I have waited tables and I have ridden the subway .
I have walked the streets in New York City .
And this kind of language is not new .
`` I have encountered words uttered by Mr Yoho and men uttering the same words as Mr Yoho while I was being harassed in restaurants .
I have tossed men out of bars that have used language like Mr Yoho 's . ''
`` This issue is not about @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' she said , calling it a culture `` of accepting a violence and violent language against women , an entire structure of power that supports that '' .
What did other lawmakers say ?
House Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy defended Mr Yoho , who is 65-years-old and retiring in January , saying `` when someone apologises they should be forgiven '' .
`` I just think in a new world , in a new age , we now determine whether we accept when someone says ' I 'm sorry ' if it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he continued .
Democratic Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi - the top Democrat in the chamber - called the alleged slur `` a manifestation of attitude in our society really '' .
`` I can tell you that firsthand , they 've called me names for at least 20 years of leadership , 18 years of leadership , '' she said , referring to Republicans .
`` I personally have experienced a lifetime of insults , racism and sexism , '' California Congresswoman Barbara Lee said on the House floor .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ stop after being elected to public office . ''

"When you do that to any woman, what Mr Yoho did was give permission to other men to do that to his daughters," she added. "In using that language, in front of the press, he gave permission to use that language against his wife, his daughters, women in his community, and I am here to stand up to say that is not acceptable."


bbc--2020-07-23--US arrests three Chinese nationals for visa fraud

The US has charged four Chinese nationals with visa fraud for allegedly lying about their membership of China 's armed forces .
Three are under arrest while the FBI is seeking to arrest the fourth , who is said to be in China 's San Francisco consulate .
FBI agents have also interviewed people in 25 US cities who have an `` undeclared affiliation '' with China 's military .
Prosecutors say it is part of a Chinese plan to send army scientists to the US .
Members of the People 's Liberation Army ( PLA ) applied for research @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' with the military , US justice department attorney John C Demers said in a press release .
`` This is another part of the Chinese Communist Party 's plan to take advantage of our open society and exploit academic institutions . ''
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• The Hong Kong crisis and the new world order The arrests come after the US announced a Chinese scientist had taken shelter in the San Francisco consulate , and the day after US officials ordered the closure of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it was involved in stealing intellectual property .
On Thursday - before the arrests were announced - Chinese foreign ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin described the US allegations as `` malicious slander '' and said China `` must make a necessary response and safeguard its legitimate rights '' .
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly clashed with China in recent months , over trade , the coronavirus pandemic and the new Hong Kong security law .
Hours after the charges were announced US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo denounced a `` new tyranny '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Nixon Presidential Library in California , Mr Pompeo called on `` on every leader of every nation '' to stand up to China , adding that securing freedoms from the Chinese Communist Party was `` the mission of our time '' .
What are the charges ?
The four individuals charged with visa fraud are Wang Xin , Song Chen , Zhao Kaikai and Tang Juan .
Ms Tang is thought to be in the San Francisco consulate .
All the Chinese nationals are said to have lied about their service in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ served in the military or no longer served .
Wang Xin was arrested on 7 June after questioning by Customs and Border Protection agents at Los Angeles International Airport .
He disclosed that he remains a PLA member , and works at a military university lab , the justice department release said , having stated on his visa that he had left the military in 2016 .
Song Chen and Zhao Kaikai meanwhile were both arrested on 18 July .
Prosecutors allege that Ms Song claimed to be a neurologist who had left @ @ @ @ @ @ @ still affiliated with PLA Air Force ( PLAAF ) hospitals in China , while Zhao Kaikai claimed never to have served in the military but in fact was a member of a top PLA research institution .
Ms Tang is thought to be a member of the PLAAF .
An agent found photos of her in military uniform and evidence that she worked at an air force medical university .
She also allegedly wrote on her visa application that she had never been in the military .
FBI agents have also interviewed people @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` undeclared affiliation '' with China 's military , the justice department said .
What is happening at China 's consulates ?
The arrests come two days after China 's consulate in Houston came under scrutiny .
Footage showed people throwing what appeared to be paper into flaming bins .
Emergency services were called to the building but Houston police say they were not granted access .
On Wednesday , the administration gave China 72 hours to close the consulate `` to protect American intellectual property and Americans ' private information '' .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the US , not counting the embassy in Washington .
China described the closure as a `` political provocation '' .
What is stoking tensions between China and the US ?
There are a number of flashpoints between Beijing and Washington .
Some of the most serious are : • Coronavirus : President Trump has repeatedly referred to Covid-19 as the `` China virus '' .
and alleged it originated from a Chinese laboratory , despite his own intelligence officers saying it `` was not manmade '' .
In response , Chinese officials @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Covid-19 might have originated in the US • Trade : Mr Trump has long accused China of unfair trading practices and intellectual property theft .
The US and China have engaged in a tit-for-tat tariff war since 2018 as a result of the dispute • Hong Kong : China 's imposition of a sweeping new national security law in Hong Kong in June led the US to revoke the region 's preferential economic treatment .
Beijing has accused the US of `` gross interference '' in its domestic affairs , promising it will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two countries have also clashed over Beijing 's pursuit of offshore resources in disputed waters , with Mr Pompeo calling it a `` campaign of bullying '' .

Prosecutors allege that Ms Song claimed to be a neurologist who had left the armed forces but in reality was still affiliated with PLA Air Force (PLAAF) hospitals in China, while Zhao Kaikai claimed never to have served in the military but in fact was a member of a top PLA research institution.


bbc--2020-07-23--Mayors respond to Trump agent 'surge'

Mayors respond to Trump agent 'surge'

President Donald Trump is to send a `` surge '' of federal security forces to US cities in a crackdown @ @ @ @ @ has prompted a backlash from various US mayors across the country .
A number of @ @ @ @ @ Mayor Lori Lightfoot , criticised the president , saying the move was `` unconstitutional '' @

President Donald Trump is to send a "surge" of federal security forces to US cities in a crackdown on crime. The announcement has prompted a backlash from various US mayors across the country.
A number of Democratic mayors, including Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, criticised the president, saying the move was "unconstitutional".


bbc--2020-07-23--Rap duo 4 Wheel City and the power of disabled rap

Black New Yorkers Ricardo Velasquez and Namel Norris were shot and paralysed when they were teenagers .
As rap duo 4 Wheel City they have received global acclaim and raised the prominence of Krip-Hop - a sub-genre of Hip-Hop which puts disabled matters front and centre and lets them express the `` double drama '' of being in two minority groups '' We grew up in the street so we were involved with guns and one day he was playing around with one , '' Namel says .
`` It went off and the bullet struck me in my neck @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he simply wanted to get back to what he 'd always done .
He met up with his old friends , but it was n't the same and all the dynamics had changed now he could n't walk .
At the same time , Namel was getting fed-up with the constant questions people kept asking him about his injury - `` questions like , 'Are you going to walk again ? '
and , 'Does this work ? '
.
I was tired of people asking . ''
Listen to Namel and Rick @ @ @ @ @ @ @ podcast ... '' When your life gets changed or flipped upside down it makes you think differently , '' Namel says .
`` I think that 's why a lot of people out there are protesting right now because I feel like they had a wake-up call . ''
Mount Sinai Hospital commissioned them to rap about pressure sores - a serious problem for people with spinal cord injuries who may sit in their wheelchair for long periods of time - and a local organisation , Being First , recruited them to talk @ @ @ @ @ @ @ school students .
The rap duo last performed in the UK in 2012 at the London Paralympics , a unifying and positive event for disabled people around the world .
But they say the summer of 2020 with Covid-19 and BLM protests has , in some ways , made them feel the same .

But after Namel was discharged he simply wanted to get back to what he'd always done. He met up with his old friends, but it wasn't the same and all the dynamics had changed now he couldn't walk.


bbc--2020-07-23--Nova Scotia shooting: Officials announce review of deadliest mass shooting

Federal and provincial leaders in Canada have announced a review of the Nova Scotia mass shooting that left 22 people dead this April .
The shooting , where a gunman posing as a police officer went on a rampage for 13 hours on 18-19 April , is the deadliest in Canada 's modern history .
A three-member panel will review what occurred , the police response and recommend preventative measures .
Officials have been criticised over the delay in beginning the public review .
The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia say the joint independent review will look into central @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` the causes , context and circumstances giving rise to the incident , the response of police , and steps taken to inform , support and engage victims , families and affected citizens '' .
Access to firearms , police response and communications with the public , as well as gender-based and domestic violence are some of the topics to be reviewed , according to officials .
Both the interim and final reports will be made public .
• Could Canada 's worst mass shooting have been avoided ?
Retired Nova Scotia Chief @ @ @ @ @ @ @ panel .
He is joined by Anne McLellan , a public policy lawyer , and Leanne Fitch , the former Fredericton chief of police .
`` This review by the three-member independent Review Panel will provide a better understanding of what happened and provide recommendations to help prevent such tragedies in the future , '' said Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair .
For months , the families of the victims , as well as conservative and progressive lawmakers , have been calling for a public inquiry into the tragedy .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Wednesday to demand answers .
Nova Scotia Royal Canadian Mounted Police ( RCMP ) have been criticised for relying on social media to alert residents of the manhunt for the gunman .
• 'They had no idea the hell they were going to face' Some family members of victims have questioned whether a provincial alert could have prevented some of the deaths .
Police have defended the lack of an alert , saying they were preparing one when the suspect was shot and killed , and that officials were trying to process @ @ @ @ @ @ @ April shooting include a 17-year-old , a pregnant healthcare worker and a veteran RCMP officer .
On Thursday , Nova Scotia 's Attorney General and Minister of Justice , Mark Furey said the government is committed to ensuring answers come in `` a timely manner '' .
`` We anticipate this Review will generate recommendations that will make our communities safer .
We will continue to support and care for the families throughout this process and on the journey ahead . ''

The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia say the joint independent review will look into central questions surrounding the mass shooting, including "the causes, context and circumstances giving rise to the incident, the response of police, and steps taken to inform, support and engage victims, families and affected citizens".


bbc--2020-07-23--Ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen's jailing 'was retaliation' for book

President Trump 's ex-lawyer will return to home confinement after a judge ruled he was sent back to jail in retaliation for writing a tell-all book .
Michael Cohen had been released in May over Covid-19 concerns from a three-year sentence for charges including Trump campaign finance violations .
Authorities this month had said Cohen resisted the terms of his confinement .
Cohen argued his re-arrest was retaliation for his plans to publish a critical book about Donald Trump .
He said that probation officers had asked him to sign a release agreement that would prohibit him from speaking to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ When he questioned this order , he was taken back into custody .
US Judge Alvin Hellerstein issued the ruling during a tele-hearing on Thursday .
He said that Cohen 's return to jail was `` retaliatory because of his desire to exercise his First Amendment rights to publish a book and to discuss anything about the book or anything else he wants on social media and with others '' .
The Manhattan judge added that , in 21 years on the bench , he had never seen such a provision for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ any other inference but that it was retaliatory ? ''
Cohen was re-arrested on 9 July - days after he tweeted that he was `` close to completion '' of his tell-all book relating to the president .
The book reportedly details alleged racist comments made by Mr Trump .
This week , Cohen had sued US Attorney General William Barr and the prison bureau director over the so-called `` gag order '' .
You might also like The suit , brought by Cohen 's attorneys and the American Civil Liberties Union ( @ @ @ @ @ @ @ re-jailing over the order violated his constitutional right to free speech .
According to court filings , Cohen 's book would provide `` graphic and unflattering details about the President 's behaviour behind closed doors '' , including descriptions of his `` pointedly anti-Semitic remarks and virulently racist remarks '' against former President Barack Obama and Nelson Mandela .
The White House has not yet commented on these allegations .
Prosecutors on Wednesday argued that Cohen had been combative during the discussion and took issue with nearly all aspects of the home confinement @ @ @ @ @ @ @ judge has ordered prosecutors and Cohen to renegotiate his confinement terms within a week .
Cohen has temporarily agreed to the current confinement order so that he can return home immediately , his lawyer said , according to Reuters .
The 53-year-old will be released home this afternoon , local time , from the Otisville federal prison following a Covid-19 test .
`` Today 's important ruling recognises that individuals retain their right to speak even when they are incarcerated , '' said ACLU attorney Vera Eidelman .
Cohen has served a year @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fixer admitted to lying to Congress about a Trump Tower project in Moscow , and to campaign finance violations for his role in making hush money payments to women alleging affairs with Mr Trump .
He also admitted to other tax and bank fraud charges unrelated to the president .
The Department of Justice earlier declined to comment on the matter .

He said that Cohen's return to jail was "retaliatory because of his desire to exercise his First Amendment rights to publish a book and to discuss anything about the book or anything else he wants on social media and with others".


bbc--2020-07-23--Coronavirus: Disney delays blockbuster films due to pandemic

Walt Disney has delayed and postponed the release of three major films , dealing a fresh blow to cinema operators struggling amid the pandemic .
The new Avatar and Star Wars films have been delayed a year , while Mulan has been removed from schedules completely .
Mulan , already delayed because of cinema closures , had been scheduled for release at the end of August .
A rise in virus cases in the US and the impact globally on film production forced the change .
It had been hoped that Mulan might spark a late-summer rebound in cinema-going .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ debut in theatres in December 2022 , and the next Star Wars movie in December 2023 .
`` It 's become clear that nothing can be set in stone when it comes to how we release films during this global health crisis , '' a Disney spokesman said .
`` Today that means pausing our release plans for Mulan as we assess how we can most effectively bring this film to audiences around the world . ''
On Thursday , the AMC and Cineworld cinema chains pushed back the reopening date for their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from the end of July .
The Mulan delay follows Warner Bros ' decision to postpone the August release of Christopher Nolan 's thriller Tenet .
Cinema owners were pinning hopes on the two films to salvage part of the lucrative summer season .
Avatar 2 would have been one of next year 's biggest films .
It is the follow-up to James Cameron 's 2009 blockbuster , which is the second highest-grossing film of all time .
Other delayed Disney film is Sir Ridley Scott 's historical thriller The Last Duel , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
That has shifted from December of this year to October 2021 .
While cinemas in England were allowed to reopen from 4 July - as long as social distancing guidelines were followed - the picture across North America is much more uncertain .
New York City and Los Angeles , the two biggest markets in the US , have no concrete plans for reopening cinemas .

"It's become clear that nothing can be set in stone when it comes to how we release films during this global health crisis," a Disney spokesman said. "Today that means pausing our release plans for Mulan as we assess how we can most effectively bring this film to audiences around the world."


bbc--2020-07-23--Washington NFL franchise adopt new name for 2020 season

Last updated on .From the section American Football Washington 's NFL team will be called the `` Washington Football Team '' during the 2020 season .
Major sponsors had threatened to pull funding from the team unless they considered renaming themselves .
The club say they will conduct an in-depth branding process as they choose a new name and logo .
A statement on the club website read : `` Starting tomorrow and over the next 50 days , we will begin the process of retiring all Redskins branding from team properties .
`` We encourage fans , media and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Team ' immediately . ''
The club also announced that fans will be able to purchase merchandise with the interim name on it in the coming days , as they unveiled new player uniforms including helmets scrubbed of the team 's former logo .
The Washington Football Team are set to face the Philadelphia Eagles in their first game of the regular NFL season on 13 September .
Team owner Dan Snyder had been a boyhood fan of the 87-year-old team - which was named the Redskins in 1933 when it was still @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to never change its moniker .
But amid recent protests over police brutality and racism , major sponsors FedEx , Nike , Pepsi and Bank of America all called on Snyder to consider finally changing the name .
The NFL team are not the first Washington DC sports franchise to change their name amid shifting cultural attitudes .
In 1995 , basketball 's Washington Bullets were renamed the Wizards after the NBA team owner said he had become uncomfortable with the name 's violent overtones .
The Redskins , who moved to DC @ @ @ @ @ @ @ George Preston Marshall , who believed in racial segregation .
They were the last team to allow black players onto the team , and only did so after the US government threatened to revoke the lease on their stadium in 1962 .

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Washington's NFL franchise was first named the Redskins in 1933, when they still played in Boston
Washington's NFL team will be called the 'Washington Football Team' during the 2020 season.
Earlier in July, the franchise announced that they would drop the team name 'Redskins', a name offensive to Native Americans.
Major sponsors had threatened to pull funding from the team unless they considered renaming themselves.
The club say they will conduct an in-depth branding process as they choose a new name and logo.
A statement on the club website read: "Starting tomorrow and over the next 50 days, we will begin the process of retiring all Redskins branding from team properties.
"We encourage fans, media and all other parties to use 'Washington Football Team' immediately."
Washington NFL team drop controversial name and logo
The club also announced that fans would be able to purchase merchandise with the interim name on it in the coming days, as they unveiled new player uniforms including helmets scrubbed of the team's former logo.
The Washington Football Team are set to face the Philadelphia Eagles in their first game of the regular NFL season on 13 September.
Team owner Dan Snyder had been a boyhood fan of the 87-year-old team - which was named the Redskins in 1933 when it was still based in Boston - and had vowed to never change its moniker.
But amid recent protests over police brutality and racism, major sponsors FedEx, Nike, Pepsi and Bank of America all called on Snyder to consider finally changing the name.
The NFL team are not the first Washington DC sports franchise to change their name amid shifting cultural attitudes.
In 1995, basketball's Washington Bullets were renamed the Wizards after the NBA team owner said he had become uncomfortable with the name's violent overtones.
The Redskins, who moved to DC in 1937, were founded by businessman George Preston Marshall, who believed in racial segregation.
They were the last team to allow black players onto the team, and only did so after the US government threatened to revoke the lease on their stadium in 1962.


bbc--2020-07-23--Coronavirus: Question mark over 2021 Tokyo Olympics

For some athletes , today was the last chance to take part in the Tokyo Olympics .
They are too old , too exhausted or too financially stretched to wait for another year .
One of them is 35-year-old Tetsuya Sotomura .
When I met him on a sweltering afternoon earlier this week he was still hard at it in a converted factory building in a north Tokyo suburb , flying high into the air , spinning and tumbling on a massive trampoline .
Back in 2008 Tetsuya placed 4th at the Beijing Olympics , just missing a bronze medal @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that put him out of London in 2012 and Rio in 2016 .
Tokyo was to be his last hurrah , a hometown Olympics to end his trampolining career on a high .
But another year is just too much .
`` Back in 2008 , if the Beijing Games had been postponed by a year I would have thought ok , it 's another year to train , another year to grow , '' he tells me .
`` But now I am 35 .
A year feels like a very long @ @ @ @ @ @ @ retirement is the only option . ''
But there is another reason Tetsuya is getting off the trampoline .
He thinks Tokyo 2021 may never happen .
`` It 's so uncertain .
No one knows the probability .
If what awaits us next year is cancellation , I would have lost another year for nothing .
So that is another reason to go now . ''
Enthusiasm for the games has plummeted in Japan since Covid-19 arrived here in January .
The Japanese government has closed Japan 's borders to most foreigners @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and many Japanese people are in no hurry to see them re-open for athletes or spectators .
TV reporters have been visiting the towns due to host various foreign teams and asking locals how they feel .
The residents of a town north of Tokyo due to host the Brazilian team were clearly struggling to maintain any semblance of enthusiasm .
An opinion poll by the Kyodo news agency found just 23 % of people in Japan now support holding the games if Covid infections are still widespread next year .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ( WHO ) do not make for happy viewing .
More than 15 million infections worldwide , and that number is growing by about a million every four to five days .
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From the US to Brazil , from India to South Africa , suppression efforts are failing and infections are surging .
Of course , a year feels like a long time , but many health experts say it is now very unlikely @ @ @ @ @ @ @ summer .
At Kobe University Hospital in western Japan , Professor Kentaro Iwata says the only hope for the Olympics is a vaccine .
`` If a vaccine is available it could be a game changer , '' he says .
`` Phase 1 and 2 trials have some promising results .
I have not lost hope .
But generally speaking vaccines do n't eradicate a virus , they lower the incidence by about half .
So , I do n't think Covid-19 can be eradicated .
Instead ( even with a vaccine @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Professor Iwata is particularly concerned looking at what is going on in the US , the country that more than any other pays for the Olympics .
`` The US will suffer from Covid for many months to come , '' he says .
`` Can athletes come from the US come here ?
Can we have the Olympics without Americans ?
Most likely not .
The priority must be the safety of the athletes and of Japanese people .
The US TV companies may not like that , but is the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ show ? ''
There is one seemingly simple solution : push the Tokyo games back another year to 2022 .
It is far more likely the pandemic will have run its course by then .
But that has been ruled out by the Japanese government .
From his home in Montreal the longest-serving member of the International Olympic Committee , Dick Pound , told me it is now 2021 or bust .
`` What we do know is 2021 is our last chance , '' he says .
`` It 's not something @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2023 .
I do n't think it 's fair to expect Japan to keep the balls in the air any longer .
To the extent that it 's safe for the athletes to come , every effort will be made for the Games to go forward .
That said , if public health authorities in Japan and around the world conclude that it 's not safe enough , there is probably no alternative but to say , 'oh well , the pandemic is the new war ' . ''
The only time an @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is because of World War Two , and that games was - you guessed it - 1940 in Tokyo .
So how about one final idea : a much-simplified games , with foreign athletes going through quarantine before arrival but foreign spectators kept away ?
According to Dick Pound , this is a non-starter .
`` In the North American phrase - you either have the fish or cut bait , '' he says .
`` Japan would have to decide , do they want the Games to go ahead or are the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Japan would probably propose , and the IOC would accept , cancellation . ''
On Thursday night inside the Olympic stadium they held a ceremony to reset the clock , one year until the opening ceremony .
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe insists the Games must go on but Covid-19 is almost certainly not listening .

There is one seemingly simple solution: push the Tokyo Games back another year to 2022. It is far more likely the pandemic will have run its course by then. But that has been ruled out by the Japanese government. From his home in Montreal the longest-serving member of the International Olympic Committee, Dick Pound, told me it is now 2021 or bust.


bbc--2020-07-23--Elton John's ex-wife demands £3m over film and memoir

Sir Elton John 's ex-wife , Renate Blauel , is seeking an estimated £3m in damages amid claims the singer broke the terms of their divorce deal .
The sound engineer , who was married to the star for four years , is suing over passages in Sir Elton 's 2019 memoir Me , and the hit movie Rocketman .
Ms Blauel claims these revealed details of the marriage , breaking an agreement they made when they divorced in 1988 .
The disclosures triggered long-standing mental health problems , her claim said .
In response , Sir Elton 's defence @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which both parties signed , but denied any breaches or causing `` psychological harm '' .
According to papers filed at the High Court in London , Sir Elton agreed to remove certain passages from his autobiography before it was published last year , and in the final draft , Ms Blauel only appears on eight pages .
Sir Elton describes her in positive terms throughout the book , calling her `` dignified '' , `` decent '' and `` someone I could n't fault in any way '' .
However , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ passages `` seriously misrepresented the nature of their relationship '' .
For instance , Sir Elton claimed in his book that he did not enter their marriage with the intention of starting a family .
Ms Blauel contests that they `` did attempt to have children during their relationship but were unable to do so '' .
A request to have this passage removed was rejected , according to court documents .
She also claimed not to have been consulted about her appearance in Rocketman , in which she was played by Celinde @ @ @ @ @ @ @ less than five minutes of screentime .
Ms Blauel also said that , following the release of the movie and the memoir , a journalist had `` been trying to locate her in her local village '' , causing her `` great anxiety '' .
Her lawyer , Yisrael Hiller , told the BBC that Sir Elton had `` ignored '' his promise to keep the details of their marriage private .
`` Renate is particularly upset by the film , '' he added .
`` In her mind , the film seeks @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which she wholeheartedly disputes and considers a false and disrespectful portrayal of their time together .
`` Renate wants the privacy that was promised to her - that is why she is seeking an injunction .
Any claim for monetary relief is secondary , and would just cover damages and future expenses caused by Elton 's breaches . ''
Her court filing does not suggest a figure for the damages , but the £3m sum is referred to in Sir Elton 's defence , as a figure that had been disclosed in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A source close to the singer told the BBC : `` Elton is shocked and saddened by Renate 's claim after 30 years of a mutually amicable and respectful divorce , especially as he has only ever praised her publicly . ''
The pair met in 1983 , as Sir Elton recorded his comeback album Two Low For Zero at London 's Air Studios , where Ms Blauel worked as an engineer .
The couple married the following year in Australia , with Ms Blauel telling United Press International : `` He 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' .
However , they divorced four years later .
Sir Elton , who had told Rolling Stone magazine in 1976 that he was bisexual , subsequently told the same publication he was `` quite comfortable being gay '' .
The star went on to marry filmmaker David Furnish in 2005 , and the couple have two children .
Ms Blauel has kept a low profile since the divorce , but Sir Elton has previously spoken of his `` huge guilt and regret '' over the hurt he caused her .
Details of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , when Ms Blauel filed for an injunction at London 's High Court .
Further details emerged after Sir Elton 's team filed a response this week .
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For instance, Sir Elton claimed in his book that he did not enter their marriage with the intention of starting a family. Ms Blauel contests that they "did attempt to have children during their relationship but were unable to do so".


bbc--2020-07-23--Plastic pollution to weigh 1.3 billion tonnes by 2040

An estimated 1.3 billion tonnes of plastic is destined for our environment - both land and water - by 2040 , unless worldwide action is taken .
That 's according to a global projection of the scale of the problem over the next 20 years .
Dr Costas Velis from the University of Leeds said the number was `` staggering '' but that we had `` the technology and the opportunity to stem the tide '' .
The report is published in the journal Science .
`` This is the first comprehensive assessment of what the picture could be in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Velis explained .
`` It 's difficult to picture an amount that large , but if you could imagine laying out all that plastic across a flat surface , it would cover the area of the UK 1.5 times .
`` It 's a complex model because plastic is everywhere and in every part of the world it 's different in terms of how they use and deal with it .
But our model tries to simplify that reality and come up with the numbers . ''
The team 's calculations were based @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disposal of plastic around the world .
The team then created a model to `` forecast '' future scenarios .
The `` business as usual '' scenario was based on the current trend of increasing plastic production and no significant change in the amount of reuse and recycling .
Adjusting those parameters allowed the researchers to project how much of a difference interventions would make - such as increased recycling , reducing production and replacing plastic with other materials .
But even if `` all feasible action '' was taken , Dr Velis @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be 710 million extra tonnes of plastic waste in the environment by 2040 .
There is no `` silver bullet solution '' , for the plastic problem .
But an often overlooked issue that this study highlighted was the fact that an estimated 2 billion people in the Global South have no access to proper waste management .
`` They have to just get rid of all their rubbish , so they have no choice but to burn or dump it , '' said Dr Velis .
And despite playing a major role @ @ @ @ @ @ @ roughly 11 million waste pickers - people who collect and sell reusable materials in low-income countries - often lack basic employment rights and safe working conditions .
Dr Velis said : `` Waste pickers are the unsung heroes of recycling - without whom the mass of plastic entering the aquatic environment would be considerably greater . ''
He added that policies to support them and make their work safer were a vital part of solving this problem .
Dr Ian Kane , from the University of Manchester , who was recently part of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ micro-plastic in the seabed , described the picture the researchers had painted as `` horrifying '' .
`` The authors are clear that there are large uncertainties in the data and analysis but regardless of the exact figures , the increasing rate of plastic production to meet increasing global demand has pretty dire consequences for the environment , '' he told BBC News .
• expanding waste collection rates in middle/low-income countries and supporting the `` informal collection '' sector • building facilities to dispose of the 23 % of plastic that can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ transitional measure Prof Jamie Woodward , also from the University of Manchester , pointed out the irony in this scenario being laid out during the pandemic .
`` Plastic has kept many frontline workers safe through this , '' he said .
`` But PPE waste over the next decade could be horrendous .
`` There are parallels with the climate change problem in that business as usual will be disastrous .
We need to radically change our behaviour . ''

There is no "silver bullet solution", for the plastic problem. But an often overlooked issue that this study highlighted was the fact that an estimated 2 billion people in the Global South have no access to proper waste management. "They have to just get rid of all their rubbish, so they have no choice but to burn or dump it," said Dr Velis.


bbc--2020-07-23--Taylor Swift announces surprise lockdown album Folklore

Taylor Swift has announced she is to release a `` surprise '' eighth studio album , called Folklore , at midnight .
The 16-track album was written and recorded in isolation during the Covid-19 lockdown , she said on social media .
`` Most of the things I had planned this summer did n't end up happening , '' added Swift , who was set to headline Glastonbury 's Pyramid stage in June .
`` But there is something I had n't planned on that DID happen , '' she told fans , before revealing the new album .
Folklore @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 've poured all of my whims , dreams , fears , and musings into , '' she continued , and sees her collaborate ( remotely ) with `` musical heroes '' inclduing The National 's Aaron Dessner , Bon Iver and Jack Antonoff .
`` Before this year I probably would 've over-thought when to release this music at the 'perfect ' time , but the times we 're living in keep reminding me that nothing is guaranteed , '' said Swift .
`` My gut is telling me that if you make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ put it out into the world .
That 's the side of uncertainty I can get on board with . ''
She also revealed that a fresh music video , which she has written and directed , for a track called Cardigan , would be released alongside the album .
`` The entire shoot was overseen by a medical inspector , everyone wore masks , stayed away from each other , and I even did my own hair , makeup , and styling , '' she wrote on Instagram .
• Taylor Swift @ @ @ @ @ @ @ • Pop music is getting faster ( and happier ) Swift had been due to play her seventh album , Lover , at a string of festivals this summer , before the coronavirus pandemic put paid to live music .
In February , the star directed a video for her single The Man , in which she played a man-spreading , cigar smoking , strip-club-going businessman .
The satirical video took aim at male music executives - in particular Scooter Braun , who purchased her back catalogue last year .
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"My gut is telling me that if you make something you love, you should just put it out into the world. That's the side of uncertainty I can get on board with."


bbc--2020-07-23--Italian Carabinieri station in Piacenza shut over torture claims

A group of Carabinieri military police have been arrested and their police station closed after investigators uncovered a raft of alleged crimes taking place in the barracks .
The Carabinieri in the northern city of Piacenza are suspected of drug-trafficking , blackmail and torture .
The case has shocked prosecutors and residents in the northern Italian city .
`` We are untouchable , '' one of the suspects is alleged to have told a colleague on a police wiretap .
Accounts of the team 's exploits were front-page news in Italy on Thursday , and local prosecutor Grazia Pradella said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ barracks was legal - they were out-and-out criminals '' .
The allegations read like the pages of a crime novel , and many of the offences took place in the weeks when Italy went into pandemic lockdown , even though the police operation began in 2017 .
`` While the city of Piacenza was counting so many coronavirus deaths , these Carabinieri supplied drugs to the drug dealers who were stuck at home without drugs under anti-Covid rules , '' the prosecutor said .
Piacenza is in the northern region of Emilia Romagna @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rates in Italy .
She compared what went on at the barracks to the practices of organised crime syndicates .
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One photo released to the media showed a detainee in handcuffs and bare feet with a bloody nose .
According to one wiretap , one member of the corps was heard saying they would never be caught .
`` I 've made a criminal gang , guys !
In short @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We stand on top - me you and him - we 're untouchable ok ? ''
The prosecutor said Carabinieri in the Levante barracks were suspected of drug dealing , receiving stolen property , extortion , illegal arrest , embezzlement and abuse of office .
While 12 people were under investigation , five people were detained and a sixth placed under house arrest .
The military prosecutor in Verona , who has jurisdiction in the case , said he had opened an investigation and was working in close contact with his colleagues in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tarnishing the image of 110,000 men and women who did their best every day to uphold the values of the military police force , Italy 's defence minister said .
However , reports also emerged of a young Carabiniere who refused to join in the beatings , drugs and other alleged illegal activities .
The most recent arrival at the barracks , identified in Italian reports as having the initials RB , was recorded complaining to his father about what was going on .
According to Italian media , his father told him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would feel more comfortable

The most recent arrival at the barracks, identified in Italian reports as having the initials RB, was recorded complaining to his father about what was going on. According to Italian media, his father told him to move to a department where he would feel more comfortable


bbc--2020-07-23--Coronavirus: South Africa death toll could be 'far higher'

South African researchers say the number of deaths from coronavirus could be far higher than the official toll .
The South African Medical Research Council ( SAMRC ) report says excess natural deaths rose by 17,000 , a 59 % increase compared to past years .
Professor Debbie Bradshaw , one of the authors , said it revealed a `` huge discrepancy '' in the numbers .
On Thursday the country said there had been a record 572 deaths in the last 24 hours .
South Africa currently has the fifth highest number of confirmed cases worldwide with more than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 5,940 .
This is a far lower death toll than in other countries that have fewer confirmed cases , for example the UK .
In a televised address on Thursday , President Cyril Ramaphosa ordered the closure of public schools for four weeks amid the sharply rising case numbers .
What does the report say ?
SAMRC released the Report on Weekly Deaths in South Africa late on Wednesday .
It shows that between 6 May and 14 July this year there were 17,090 excess natural deaths - far higher than in past @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
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That number suggests there have been 11,000 unexplained deaths .
Prof Bradshaw said these reports `` have revealed a huge discrepancy between the country 's confirmed Covid-19 deaths and number of excess natural deaths '' .
Early on in the pandemic , South Africa recorded 9 % fewer deaths on average compared to previous years , which has been attributed to a ban on alcohol and the national lockdown .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of deaths being recorded more recently is purely down to the pandemic , but researchers think this could be a factor .
There are also concerns people are dying because they are staying away from hospitals , for fear of becoming infected or because of a lack of space .
SAMRC President Prof Glenda Gray said the rise `` may be attributed to both Covid-19 deaths as well non-Covid-19 due to other diseases such as TB , HIV and non-communicable diseases , as health services are re-orientated to support this health crisis '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mkhize told parliament by video link that the SAMRC figures were `` comparable to countries like India and Russia , but significantly lower than the UK or Spain . ''
How has South Africa been handling the pandemic ?
South Africa is the worst affected nation on the continent .
President Ramaphosa imposed a strict lockdown in the country at the end of March , even banning the sale of cigarettes and alcohol in a bid to ease pressure on health workers .
The restrictions were enforced by soldiers on the streets in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ control .
Authorities later lifted the alcohol ban as business reopened and people returned to work .
But infection numbers have soared in recent weeks .
President Ramaphosa reintroduced the alcohol ban in July as the country grappled with a chronic shortage of hospital beds and state hospitals - on which 80 % of the population depend - faced unprecedented strain .
Confirmed cases are now rising by more than 10,000 a day .
What about other African countries ?
Overall , there are now more than 770,000 confirmed cases throughout Africa .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ the World Health Organization said five countries - Algeria , Egypt , Ghana , Nigeria and South Africa - account for more than 70 % of all cases on the continent .
But there has also been a worrying rise in cases in countries like Kenya and Namibia in recent weeks .
Note : Data for Egypt can be found by selecting the Middle East region from the drop-down menu in both the map and country table below .

It is not clear if the higher number of deaths being recorded more recently is purely down to the pandemic, but researchers think this could be a factor. There are also concerns people are dying because they are staying away from hospitals, for fear of becoming infected or because of a lack of space.


bbc--2020-07-23--Israeli fighter jets challenge Iran passenger plane - Iran media

Israeli fighter jets have come dangerously close to an Iranian passenger plane in Syrian airspace , Iran 's Irib state @ @ @ @ @ says the pilot of the Mahan Air aircraft had to quickly change altitude , which @ @ @ @ @ passengers .
Video posted by Irib shows one jet from the window of the plane @ @ @ @ @ blood on his face .
Irib later quoted sources as saying the fighter jets could @ @ @ @ @ Air aircraft en route from Tehran to Beirut later landed safely , an airport source @ @ @ @ @ Reuters news agency .
It was not immediately known how many passengers and crew were @ @ @ @ @ Neither Israel nor the US have commented on the reported incident .
Mahan Air is @ @ @ @ @ was established in 1991 .
In 2011 , the US imposed sanctions on Mahan Air @ @ @ @ @ financial , material and technological support to Iran 's elite Revolutionary Guards .
In 2019 @ @ @ @ @ the company from operating at their airports .

Tensions between Iran and the US have soared since early 2018 when Donald Trump abandoned a multi-power agreement with Iran over its controversial nuclear programme. Since then the two countries have accused each other of carrying out provocative actions against their interests in the region.


bbc--2020-07-23--Charges dropped against Red Bull heir over policeman death

Charges have been dropped against Red Bull heir Vorayuth Yoovidhaya over the 2012 hit-and-run killing of a police officer .
Mr Yoovidhaya was accused of hitting the officer with his car in the capital , Bangkok , then fleeing .
He repeatedly failed to meet police to face the charges , which include reckless driving causing death .
Thai Police say these charges have now been dropped , but it is unclear why .
Mr Vorayuth is the grandson of Chaleo Yoovidhaya , who co-founded the Red Bull empire with Austrian Dietrich Mateschitz .
At the time of his death @ @ @ @ @ @ @ richest person in Thailand , according to Forbes magazine , with a net worth of $ 5bn ( £3.93bn ) .
Police Sergeant-Major Wichian Klanprasert was riding his motorbike along Bangkok 's Sukhumvit Road when he was hit by a grey Ferrari , which dragged his body more than 100m ( 109yds ) down the road , before driving off .
Investigating officers followed a trail of brake fluid to a luxury home less than a kilometre away .
The badly-dented Ferrari was there , but initially the police detained a driver employed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
When they subsequently discovered the car had actually been driven by Mr Vorayuth , then 27 , he was tested and found to have excessive alcohol in his blood - but , he said , this was from drinking at home after the accident .
He was arrested but then released shortly afterwards .
Subsequently , he was summoned repeatedly to face charges , but each time his lawyers said he was unable to do so , citing overseas work commitments and illness .
An initial investigation team had to be disbanded @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up for Mr Vorayuth 's involvement .
Thai authorities finally issued an arrest warrant for Mr Vorayuth five years after the accident , after he missed eight legal summons .
The closely watched case has fuelled criticism that Thailand 's elite enjoy special treatment by the authorities .

When they subsequently discovered the car had actually been driven by Mr Vorayuth, then 27, he was tested and found to have excessive alcohol in his blood - but, he said, this was from drinking at home after the accident.


bbc--2020-07-23--Greece wildfires rage out of control

Greece wildfires rage out of control

Firefighters are battling out of control forest fires in Greece .
Locals and tourists have been evacuated as fires continue @ @ @ @ @ of Corinth in the eastern Peloponnese for a second day .
The city 's mayor @ @ @ @ @ of control and has called for a state of emergency to be declared in the @ @ @ @ @ firefighters are currently tackling the blaze , with 10 helicopters and 10 planes assisting .
@ @ @ @ @ almost all the aerial firefighting equipment is operating in the area , the situation is @ @ @ @ @ Mayor Vassilis Nanopoulos told local media .
No injuries or fatalities have been reported yet @

The city's mayor says the flames are out of control and has called for a state of emergency to be declared in the region.


bbc--2020-07-23--BBC News reaching highest ever global audience

BBC News is now reaching its largest ever audience outside the UK , according to new figures .
A total of 438 million people from around the world came to BBC News on average every week in the year to March .
This is an increase of 49 million - or 13 % - compared to the previous year .
For the first time , digital platforms are the most popular means of accessing BBC News - surpassing syndicated TV and radio .
India , the United States , Nigeria and Kenya are the biggest international markets .
Digital audiences @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the coronavirus outbreak from January to March .
`` Whatever your views on the BBC , it 's a reminder that we are without question one of Britain 's strongest and best-known brands , synonymous with quality and accuracy worldwide , '' Tony Hall , director-general of the BBC , said in a statement .
`` Our international news services rank first for trust and reliability .
Our World Service remains a beacon of democratic values and a lifeline for millions living in fear , captivity or uncertainty . ''
Across the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ globally than ever before - more than 468 million each week , an increase of 11 % on last year .
The BBC aims to be reaching 500 million people a week by 2022 .
Africa Eye , Africa Sport and What 's New have been picked out as new content helping to attract audiences .

"Whatever your views on the BBC, it's a reminder that we are without question one of Britain's strongest and best-known brands, synonymous with quality and accuracy worldwide," Tony Hall, director-general of the BBC, said in a statement.


bbc--2020-07-23--Black Lives Matter protests: Local officials criticise federal agent presence in Portland

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Here are some of the changes to US policing introduced since the @ @ @

Portland anti-racism protesters say federal agents are attacking them.
The agents were sent to protect buildings from "anarchists" after US President Donald Trump issued a mandate.
Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum says: "Every American needs to be concerned about what's happening in Portland."


bbc--2020-07-23--Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: 'He called me disgusting, he called me crazy'

US Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has given a speech rejecting a colleague 's apology after he allegedly using a sexist slur @ @ @ @ @ passionately spoke about the incident and how women across the United States have to deal @ @ @ @ @ by men .

US Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has given a speech rejecting a colleague's apology after he allegedly using a sexist slur in an argument.
She passionately spoke about the incident and how women across the United States have to deal with being called derogatory names by men.


bbc--2020-07-23--'Enough is enough': Why businesses are defying lockdowns

Despite rising Covid-19 cases and stringent orders in some states , not everyone is complying .
From restaurants to gyms @ @ @ @ @ is why business owners say they 're staying open .

Despite rising Covid-19 cases and stringent orders in some states, not everyone is complying. From restaurants to gyms and even churches, this is why business owners say they're staying open.