Iranians vote in presidential poll marred by bans

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Dissidents and some reformists have called for a boycott, saying the barring of several contenders left Mr Raisi with no serious competition. Also in the programme: Japan's chief Covid-19 advisor said having no fans would be the least risky option, days before the organisers of the Tokyo Olympics decide whether to allow spectators into events; and we hear what a newly found species of ancient giant rhino looked like. (Photo: An Iranian woman holds a document after voting during presidential elections at a polling station in Tehran. Credit: Reuters).

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