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| Hello. US President Joe Biden has endorsed his Vice-President Kamala Harris after quitting his bid for re-election in November. Anthony Zurcher explains the implications of that choice. From the Spanish island of Majorca, Nick Beake reports on why locals are turning against mass tourism. And as Paris prepares to host the Olympic Games for the third time, Andrew Harding looks at how the past events still make their presence felt in the city. | |
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TOP OF THE AGENDA | Democrats rally to back Harris as nominee | | Ms Harris has picked up endorsements from many big figures in the party, but she is yet to be officially nominated. Credit: EPA/EFE | Another week, yet another twist in the race for the White House. US President Joe Biden has bowed out of the November election after pressure from Democratic Party donors and members in the aftermath of the 27 June presidential debate against rival Donald Trump. Mr Biden swiftly endorsed his Vice-President Kamala Harris, who has vowed to "earn and win" the nomination at the upcoming party convention, due to begin on 19 August. The event, usually a carefully scripted affair, is now suddenly one to watch, writes North America correspondent Anthony Zurcher. For Democrats, the priority will be to rally behind the new presumptive nominee, notes North America editor Sarah Smith. Some, including Hollywood stars, have already done so, while others may need more convincing. For Ms Harris, one key decision is who to pick as her running mate. As Ms Harris's campaign takes shape, follow the latest on our live page.
A 'closely held decision': As recently as Saturday, Mr Biden's aides were putting together a campaign schedule for the following week. Then, on Sunday, everything changed, reports Courtney Subramanian.
Kamala Harris profile: The first woman, as well as the first black and Asian-American, to serve as vice-president could now break the ultimate glass ceiling.
Republican strategy: The party spent a week at their convention attacking Mr Biden - now their focus turns to Ms Harris. | |
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| Housing issues core to anti-tourism | | Sonia Ruiz is struggling to find a new place to live after her landlord asked them to leave. Credit: BBC. | Tourism has long been an engine of economic growth for Spain's sun-soaked coast and islands. But as visitors opt out of hotels for more permanent accommodation, driving up housing costs, locals are starting to reconsider whether the price of tourism is worth paying. |
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| | Sonia and her partner are separated but have been forced to live together because individually they cannot afford the cost of rent, despite taking home 2,400 euros a month between them. “They ask you for deposits of several months. Some have even told me that they don't want children, they don't want animals. And so many people are looking.” |
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BEYOND THE HEADLINES | Third time's a charm for Olympics host |
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| | | Back in 1900, but the Cipale vélodrome was also used for gymnastics, football, rugby… and cricket. Credit: BBC | Paris first hosted the Olympic Games in 1900. The second time was 100 years ago, in 1924. The memory - and very concrete infrastructure - of those events are making their presence felt as the city prepares to host the world's best athletes once again. |
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SOMETHING DIFFERENT | Hot springs alternative | Japan is perhaps too famous for its onsen. For a less crowded bath, head to Taiwan. | |
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And finally... | San Diego Zoo has welcomed the first giant pandas to enter the US in 21 years. Yun Chuan and Xin Bao arrived from China and are acclimatising to the new environment before making their public debut next month. Until then, we can enjoy a 30-second video of the pair making themselves at home. | |
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Medal Moments | Your daily newsletter guide to the Paris Olympics, from global highlights to heroic stories, throughout the Games. | |
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