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Rhode Island authorities are investigating the case of a man who died after being handcuffed by police in Providence. (May 8)

In Italy, a TV series with a predominantly black cast is breaking down stereotypes in a country where racist language and imagery are not uncommon. Made by Netflix, "Zero" follows the antics of a young black Italian man with supernatural powers who helps solve mysteries and crimes.

The family of George Floyd has welcomed the indictment of four ex-police officers on US civil rights charges in relation to Floyd's death. (May 8)

San Felice Circeo (Italy) (AFP) – The fossilised remains of nine Neanderthal men have been found in a cave in Italy, with the discovery described by Italy's culture ministre as 'truly exceptional'.

Porto (Portugal) (AFP) – The EU has passed the ball back to Washington in a debate over Covid vaccine patents, pushing the US for a concrete proposal and a commitment to export much-needed jabs. Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel, speaking after a summit of EU and Indian leaders, said the EU had exported much of its own production and that America should follow suit.

Mexico City (AFP) – Hundreds of protesters hold a vigil in the Mexican capital, demanding justice for the 26 people killed when an elevated metro line with a history of problems came crashing down.

Porto (Portugal) (AFP) – Speaking on the second day of the EU summit in Porto, French President Emmanuel Macron says the priority in the worldwide vaccine rollout is not patenting but production. He adds that the EU exports 50% of all vaccines it produces, contrasting this with the US and UK where he says "100% of what was produced was consumed in the domestic market.

An Ohio state lawmaker used a virtual background of his home office in an apparent attempt to conceal the fact that he was driving during a Zoom meeting. (May 7)

It was the turn of the heavyweights on day 3 of the International Judo Federation Grand Slam in Kazan, Russia, the final event of this year's tour. And the honours were evenly shared, with Japan, Russia, Germany, France and the Netherlands all picking up one gold apiece.

The World Health Organization has given the green light to the Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine, paving the way for use of the Chinese-made worldwide.

In less than three months, the world will be watching as Japan attempts to host the Summer Olympics in the midst of a global pandemic. As a fourth coronavirus wave takes shape, doctors fear the country's medical system could be pushed beyond the breaking point.

Forest Whitaker, Giancarlo Esposito and Ilfenesh Hadera discuss adjusting to COVID-19 safety protocols while filming season two of “Godfather of Harlem” during the pandemic. (May 7)