Coronavirus: Transforming London's ExCeL centre into Nightingale hospital

The ExCeL centre has become the Nightingale and is due to start taking coronavirus patients this week.

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Coronavirus: ASOS denies claims staff are unsafe at work during outbreak

The clothing brand says a claim it is "playing Russian roulette with people’s lives" is nonsense.

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David Hockney shares exclusive art from Normandy, as 'a respite from the news'

The artist, who's in lockdown in Normandy, shares 10 soothing paintings of the springtime.

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Coronavirus briefing: UK testing criticised and Trump warns of 'painful weeks'

Your morning briefing for Wednesday 1 April 2020.

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Coronavirus: Zoom under increased scrutiny as popularity soars

The New York attorney general has written to the videoconferencing company about its security measures.

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Coronavirus: Hospitals urged to use lab space to test NHS staff

The advice comes as the government faces growing criticism over a lack of testing for frontline staff.

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Coronavirus: A fifth of smaller UK firms 'will run out of cash'

Despite government help, almost 20% of UK firms are unlikely to get the money they need to survive.

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Climate change: Warming clips the nightingale's wings

Rising temperatures may be having a profound impact on one of the world's favourite songbirds.

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Coronavirus: When 76 strangers sang happy birthday to a neighbour

A woman surprised her fiancé for his birthday by organising a mass sing-along in their apartment building.

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Coronavirus: MSPs to agree emergency laws

MSPs are expected to pass new emergency powers in a single day in response to the Covid-19 outbreak.

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Coronavirus' 'minimum wage heroes'

Hear from the people on low wages who are taking a risk to keep the country running.

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Coronavirus: How a professional deep clean is carried out

Specialist cleaning services are being inundated with requests to disinfect buildings during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Playing classical music for South Korea hospital patients

Musicians in South Korea have played a classical music concert for coronavirus patients.

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How birth is changing in the age of coronavirus

Coronavirus is throwing many birth plans up in the air and leading some health trusts to increase home births.

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Coronavirus: How it’s affecting young people’s mental health

The coronavirus crisis is having a huge impact on young people with existing mental health conditions.

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Jay Blades: From repairing lives to hosting TV hit The Repair Shop

Jay Blades, host of BBC One's surprise hit The Repair Shop, never aimed for a career on screen.

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Big splash: The world's largest designer of water parks

Geoff Chutter is the founder of Whitewater West, the world's largest water park design firm.

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How Dua Lipa and The Weeknd are bringing the 80s back… again

The 1980s are once again influencing some of the world’s biggest artists like Dua Lipa and The Weeknd.

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Coronavirus: Are loss of smell and taste key symptoms?

However, experts say a fever and a cough are still the main ones to look out for.

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Coronavirus: 3D-printer owners rally to create NHS face masks

More than 1,000 people volunteer to help make face shields for front-line workers.

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Bristol GP surgery's dances a hit with care home

Staff at Green Valleys Health are dancing every lunchtime to entertain residents next door.

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Coronavirus: British Airways suspends all Gatwick flights

The airline says it is facing a challenging environment in "unprecedented circumstances".

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Coronavirus: Record supermarket sales in March 'busier than Christmas'

Grocery sales this month beat all previous records as shoppers stocked up, a survey says,

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Coronavirus: Home abortions approved during outbreak

The government in England has changed its mind on home abortion several times.

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Houseparty offers $1m reward for proof of sabotage

The company says claims it exposed users data were part of a commercial smear campaign.

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Coronavirus briefing: UK shutdown tactics under scrutiny and global latest

Your morning briefing for Tuesday 31 March 2020.

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Coronavirus: American Airlines to seek $12bn in state aid

The US carrier says it will ask for government help to survive during the coronavirus downturn.

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Thomas Becket: Alpine ice sheds light on medieval murder

Ancient air pollution, trapped in ice, reveals details about life and death in 12th Century Britain.

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Coronavirus: Police told to be 'consistent' with lockdown approach

The guidance to officers comes amid criticism of how some forces have enforced social distancing measures.

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Coronavirus: Amazon workers threaten strikes over virus protection

Some US workers at Amazon and Instacart are threatening to strike over inadequate coronavirus protections.

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Coronavirus: Clothing warehouse 'putting lives at risk'

Clipper Logistics is accused of not doing enough to allow staff to follow social distancing advice.

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Coronavirus: I'm in lockdown with my abuser

The BBC has spoken to two women who are currently under lockdown with men who have abused them.

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Coronavirus: The grim crisis in Europe's care homes

News is emerging of growing numbers of deaths from coronavirus in care homes across Europe.

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Coronavirus: US death rates v China, Italy and South Korea

The US has seen its cases spike dramatically in recent days and these graphs show what could be in store.

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Coronavirus: Airport handlers at risk of collapse

Aviation services companies are calling on the government for urgent assistance due to the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Free school meals children to get food vouchers

Ministers say the vouchers could be available to families in England as early as Tuesday afternoon.

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Blood test 'can check for more than 50 types of cancer'

The test could help diagnose tumours sooner, often before any symptoms, scientists hope.

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Delay Brexit deadline amid coronavirus, say MEPS

The UK is due to stop following EU rules by the end of 2020 but a group of MEPs say the date should be pushed back.

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Coronavirus: Protecting yourself in a migrant camp

The often unsanitary conditions in refugee and migrant camps, like this one on Lesbos, pose a challenge for residents trying to avoid coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Has the virus brought borders back to Europe?

The BBC’s Gavin Lee took a road trip in Europe's Schengen area to see how free movement has changed.

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How (not) to cut your hair at home

Stuck at home, some people have enlisted their children to help cut their hair.

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Coronavirus: The good that can come out of an upside-down world

There are reasons to believe the world may emerge from this upheaval enhanced, writes Matthew Syed.

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'The phone slipped into the bath': Conference call tales

How to avoid some of the pitfalls of teleconferencing and how it is changing the way we meet and do business.

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Coronavirus: What should you do if you are stuck abroad?

The government has outlined plans aimed at bringing stranded Britons home.

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Whyte v Povetkin to be called off, says Hearn

Dillian Whyte's heavyweight fight against Alexander Povetkin - due to take place on 2 May - will be called off because of coronavirus, says promoter Eddie Hearn.

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Coronavirus: UK broadband data caps removed during pandemic

Coronavirus pandemic prompts removal of UK broadband data caps on fixed-line connections.

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Alan Merrill: I Love Rock 'N' Roll songwriter dies of coronavirus

Alan Merrill co-wrote and sang the glam rock classic before Joan Jett made it famous.

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Coronavirus: Easter eggs are 'essential' small shops insist

Officials trying to stop convenience stores selling Easter eggs are told they have misread the rules.

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Coronavirus: Grounded planes and deserted airport terminals

Coronavirus has left the UK's major airports deserted, save for scores of grounded aircraft.

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Coronavirus: Man fined for M6 lockdown trip with wife in boot

They made a 220-mile round trip from Coventry to Salford to pick up £15 windows he had bought on eBay.

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Coronavirus: M25 graffiti replaced with NHS thank you

The bridge in Buckinghamshire used to have a message saying "Give Peas a chance" painted on it.

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Meet the team competing as 'England' in 2020... by chance

BBC Sport speaks to the amateur football team who are representing England on the European stage by a fluke.

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Coronavirus briefing: UK 'six months from normal' and US extends restrictions

Your morning briefing for Monday 30 March 2020.

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Coronavirus: 20,000 former NHS staff return to fight virus, PM says

In a video posted online, Boris Johnson says the UK can get through the pandemic "together".

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Coronavirus: Mercedes F1 to make breathing aid

Thousands of the devices, which deliver oxygen to the lungs without needing a ventilator, could be made.

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Coronavirus: Trump extends restrictions beyond Easter

The US president extends measures to 30 April, saying casualties are likely to peak in two weeks.

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Coronavirus: Fake news crackdown by UK government

A rapid response unit is working with social media firms to take down misleading or harmful content.

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Regional connectivity at risk, says airline boss

The head of Loganair, the UK's biggest regional airline, says he will ask the government for help.

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The Marvel Spiderman artist teaching children in Ireland to draw

Irish artist Will Sliney is keeping thousands of kids entertained with daily drawing challenges.

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Coronavirus social distancing advice: What two metres looks like

The UK government is advising us to stay two metres apart - but what does that look like?

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Rob Lawrie, the ex-squaddie, and the girl taken

Rob thought he was helping a refugee girl and her father as they struggled to get to the UK. But he found out it was all a lie.

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Timelapse: The streets of London during the coronavirus pandemic

Have you ever seen the streets of the capital so empty?

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Why are people stealing hospital supplies?

Dr John Wright explains how Bradford Royal Infirmary is preparing for a "tsunami" of Covid-19 cases.

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Coronavirus and sex: What you need to know

All your questions about sex in the time of coronavirus, answered.

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A place that makes you ask the questions that really matter

The BBC's Justin Rowlatt found a visit to Antarctica made him emotional, and ultimately hopeful.

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Coronavirus: The woman behind India's first testing kit

With the first made-in-India kits, the country could hugely scale up testing for the coronavirus.

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'My $60m weight-loss app cured my personal pain'

Victoria Repa has created an app to help people lose weight, an issue she struggled with growing up.

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Saunders sorry for domestic violence advice video

WBO super-middleweight champion Billy Joe Saunders apologises for a video in which he tells people how to hit their female partners during the coronavirus lockdown.

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Close-up footage of Arkansas tornado

An active weather front brings a rapid developing and destructive tornado to Arkansas

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Coronavirus: Domestic abuse victims 'still allowed to leave home'

The government's coronavirus rules are tougher on people at risk of domestic abuse, the home secretary says.

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BBC Sport's five things to do today

Our team give you something to read, watch, try, listen and try - all in one place.

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Pick your favourite tournament memories - which clips do you want to see?

As the International Cricket Council opens up its video archive from global tournaments, we want you to pick your favourite memories.

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Coronavirus: William and Kate urge nation to look after their mental health

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge endorse new advice on wellbeing during the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Restricted funerals 'heartbreaking' to conduct says celebrant

Jo Brewer has overseen more than 1,000 funerals and said services at the moment were "so much harder".

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Coronavirus: Trump backs away from New York quarantine

The US president now says the move is not necessary, after the idea was labelled "preposterous".

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Coronavirus: Doctors urge 'difficult conversations' about death

Palliative care experts urge people to have the "difficult conversations" before it's too late.

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Coronavirus: What we still don't know about Covid-19

There are many unanswered questions about the new coronavirus, Covid-19.

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Alex Salmond's accusers 'devastated' by court verdict

A jury found the former first minister not guilty on 12 sexual assault charges, while another was found not proven.

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Bob Weighton turns 112: The times and life of the world's oldest man

Bob Weighton, from Hampshire, turns 112 today. What has the world's oldest man lived through?

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SNP urges UK government to 'hit pause' on Brexit due to coronavirus

The party says UK ministers should focus on the coronavirus pandemic and seek to extend the transition period.

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Coronavirus: Lessons for lockdown from an Italian family

The Aninnis have been in lockdown in Rome for nearly three weeks. What advice do they have for other families?

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'Memes should be archived in a museum'

People social distancing are sharing memes to feel connected but could they be preserved in a museum?

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Raving to the BBC News theme tune goes viral

Have you seen the kitchen 'remix' of the BBC News theme tune yet?

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Coronavirus: Meet the ‘shielded’ enduring 12 weeks of isolation

Some people face months of coronavirus isolation because of medical conditions. How will they cope?

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Coronavirus: The volunteers feeding the NHS

Meet the people who have made it their mission to feed the National Health Service for free.

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Lockdown, what lockdown? Sweden's unusual response to coronavirus

While swathes of Europe are under lockdown, Sweden is allowing life to go on much as normal.

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Coronavirus: Six things that are booming in sales

Amid the virus, some retailers are seeing trade collapse, but others are overwhelmed by demand.

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Introducing the soaring melodies of Azure Ryder

How one of pop’s brightest new voices found confidence by taking control of a plane.

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Coronavirus: Things will get worse, PM says in letter to Britons

Writing to all UK households, Boris Johnson warns measures to combat coronavirus could get tougher.

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The Papers: 'Tougher lockdown' warning and protect medics call

Boris Johnson's letter to UK households and calls for better protective gear feature on the front pages.

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Coronavirus: Social distancing gig on a houseboat

A community of houseboat owners in Bristol find a unique way to come together during the coronavirus outbreak.

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Coronavirus cradle Wuhan partly reopens after lockdown

People enter the Chinese city where the coronavirus outbreak began for the first time in months.

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Coronavirus: Russia sees no epidemic but starts shutdown

Russia begins a "non-working week" to try to slow the spread of coronavirus.

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'I've signed up to be an NHS volunteer'

England captain Heather Knight talks about volunteering for the NHS, team quizzes and no longer being a fair-weather cyclist during the coronavirus pandemic.

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BBC Sport's five things to do today

Our team give you something to read, watch, try, listen and take on - all in one place.

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Coronavirus: The month everything changed

In the space of a month, the United Kingdom has transformed beyond recognition.

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Retired police 'will jump at' return

Former officers says many would go back into service to help their forces cope during the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Surgeon Adil El Tayar dies in London

Sudanese surgeon Adil El Tayar worked at two of London's main hospitals and in Africa.

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Coronavirus: 'It is a worrying time to be running a zoo'

Animal attractions face huge outgoings without the visitors who provide their income.

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Coronavirus: Testing rolled out for frontline NHS staff

Hundreds of coronavirus tests will take place this weekend, as infections in the UK continue to rise.

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Coronavirus in Wales: Flood-hit families struggle with virus

Flooding triggered by storms caused hundreds of millions of pounds of damage in Wales.

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Coronavirus: Cruise ship in race to transfer passengers off Panama coast

A vessel carrying more than 1,800 people off Panama is moving healthy passengers to a sister ship.

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Coronavirus: Will food supply fears see a rise in home-grown veg?

"Food insecurity" could cause a wave of first time horticulturalists, experts say.

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Coronavirus lockdown: Clubbers go online for music

With the coronavirus lockdown bringing normal nightlife to an end, some enterprising DJs are going online.

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Coronavirus: Stranded in another country

BBC News speaks to some of the people from the UK who have been stranded abroad due to the pandemic.

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The 'Aids quilt' that showed the scale of suffering

In 1985, LGBT activist Cleve Jones came up with a creative idea to spotlight Aids deaths in the US.

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Week in pictures: 21-27 March 2020

A selection of news photographs taken around the world this week.

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Coronavirus: From clapping to kindness, five reasons to be hopeful

As coronavirus continues to spread, the worst of the crisis has brought out of the best in humanity.

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Coronavirus: The fake Bill Gates post and other claims to ignore

Here are the latest examples of coronavirus disinformation.

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Manu Dibango: The saxophone legend who inspired a disco groove

Manu Dibango, whose Soul Makossa filled New York dance floors, died this week at the age of 86.

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Coronavirus: A visual guide to the economic impact

Key maps and charts explain how the virus has impacted markets and businesses around the world.

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How the UK’s coronavirus epidemic compares to other countries

Comparing the UK’s epidemic to other countries

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The Papers: Virus 'strikes at heart of government'

The news that the prime minister has tested positive for coronavirus features on the front pages.

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Mark Blum: Madonna pays tribute to co-star after coronavirus death

Madonna pays tribute to "loving and professional" Mark Blum following his coronavirus-related death.

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Bob Dylan's first song in eight years is about JFK's assassination

The 17-minute song ruminates on the 1960s and the assassination of President John F Kennedy.

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Coronavirus: Essex GP with 'textbook symptoms' dies

The family of Dr Habib Zaidi, 76, say he sacrificed his life for his job.

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Coronavirus: Met Police calls for retired officers to return

The force also wants those nearing retirement to consider staying on in order to tackle coronavirus.

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Coronavirus briefing: NHS staff saluted and US virus cases overtake China

Your morning briefing for Friday 27 March 2020.

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‘I’m devastated there’s no support for me’

Some self-employed workers will fall through the net, while others say they need the help sooner.

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Coronavirus: Jeremy Corbyn says he was proved "right" on public spending

The government now realises it has to invest in the state, the outgoing Labour leader tells the BBC.

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Coronavirus: Protective gear guidance 'to be updated'

New rules on when health staff should wear masks and gloves are expected amid the Covid-19 crisis.

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Coronavirus: Asia shares up on multi-trillion dollar stimulus hopes

Investors are betting that measures by the US and G20 will ease the economic impact of the pandemic.

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Coronavirus travel: China bars foreign visitors as imported cases rise

From Saturday, foreigners will not be allowed into China - even if they have visas.

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Nicolás Maduro: US charges Venezuelan president with 'narco-terrorism'

It also offers a $15m (£12.5m) reward for information leading to Nicolás Maduro's arrest.

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Coronavirus: Supermarkets to get government list of vulnerable people

Chains can access a government database with the names of millions who are most at risk of coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Fears of virus in Idlib refugee camps

The UN warns that camps for the displaced in north-western Syria could be devastated by coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: South Africa begins three-week lockdown

Police and the army patrol the streets as all but essential movement is banned across the country.

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Coronavirus social distancing advice: What two metres looks like

The UK government is advising us to stay two metres apart - but what does that look like?

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Quiz of the week: What do you remember about Kenny Rogers?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

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Coronavirus: How do you cope in a flatshare?

Ella from North London lives with four other people, including someone who is high risk.

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Coronavirus: Things to do this weekend

How Ayesha, Tom and Nerea are cooking, singing and sewing their way into the weekend.

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Green sea turtles: Vulnerable animal's hatching season draws to close

The green sea turtle is vulnerable to extinction as the climate warms, Australian scientists say.

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Coronavirus: How can I shop or get deliveries and takeaways safely?

If coronavirus can be transferred on to surfaces, safe food shopping presents challenges.

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Coronavirus: Here's how you can stop bad information from going viral

Experts are calling on the public to practice ‘information hygiene’ to help stop the spread of falsehoods online.

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The Papers: Salute for virus 'heroes' and 'Checkpoint Britain'

Friday's front pages tell of a "moving tribute" to coronavirus staff - and a crackdown on social distancing.

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US Space Force launches first national security mission

The United Launch Alliance Atlas 5 rocket was launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida.

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Coping with coronavirus anxiety

Anxiety UK have experienced a big rise in callers since the Covid-19 outbreak.

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Coronavirus: NHS field hospital plans for Scotland

The chief medical officer says potential sites will be identified this week as Covid-19 cases are set to rise rapidly.

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Why Ralph McTell has updated his hit Streets of London for coronavirus era

The folk legend had always previously refused to write new verses for Streets of London.

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Coronavirus: What’s behind the great toilet roll grab?

Supermarkets and ethical toilet roll firms have seen soaring demand as customers stockpile due to Covid-19.

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Burgers, beer or the buzz: What do you miss about sport?

We asked what little things you miss about sport, while live action is suspended during the coronavirus crisis.

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Coronavirus: Inside a Covid-19 intensive care unit

In a South Korean ICU, nurses wearing heavy self-contained respiratory systems work two-hour shifts.

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Asian 'poster child' sends coronavirus economic impact signal

Singapore's sharp slowdown suggests a major contraction for a world economy battling coronavirus.

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Coronavirus briefing: Help for self-employed and surge in US cases

Your morning briefing for Thursday 26 March 2020.

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Coronavirus: GPs demand 'clarity' over protective gear guidance

Doctors fear some patients could have the virus but no symptoms and unwittingly infect staff.

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Coronavirus: Rishi Sunak to unveil financial aid for self-employed

The chancellor's coronavirus support package comes after the PM pledges to do "whatever we can".

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Banks under fire for coronavirus loan tactics

MPs have criticised banks for asking business owners to put their own property up to secure loans.

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Help needed to rescue UK's old rainfall records

Pre-1960s handwritten rain gauge data can inform drought and flood planning, but only if digitised.

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Coronavirus: Dating, sex and relationships

People globally are finding inventive ways to date and stay safe during the coronavirus outbreak.

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Coronavirus: Why this self-isolating dad told his daughter he was in Africa

Conservationist Julian Bayliss has told his young daughter he's in Africa, while he self-isolates in the field next door.

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Coronavirus: Words at the window from those in isolation

Portraits of families self-isolating in Brooklyn to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

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Turkey sends secret arms shipments into Libya

BBC Africa Eye probes secret arms shipments into Libya, and shows how foreign powers are fuelling war.

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Coronavirus: One case lays bare America's testing failure

"Open your eyes, we have to do something." A retired doctor's quest to discover if she has the virus.

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Coronavirus: Why some countries wear face masks and others don't

Step outside without a face mask in Hong Kong and you'll get looks. That's not true elsewhere. Why?

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How are food supply networks coping with coronavirus?

As the pandemic puts pressure on food supplies, how are the delivery systems holding up?

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Coronavirus: 'I'm stuck in isolation with my homophobic parents'

With the UK on lockdown, some have had to isolate with parents who don't accept their sexuality.

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Coronavirus capital by capital: How are Europeans coping with shutdown?

Europeans face a blizzard of restrictions on their freedoms as authorities try to stop the spread.

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Friday Night Dinner: Why food fights and mayhem have become a TV treat

The stars of Channel 4's anarchic sitcom open up about the shenanigans on and off-screen.

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The Papers: NHS 'kindness army' and Charles test 'queue jump'

"At last some good news" to do with coronavirus as Thursday's papers label NHS volunteers "heroes".

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Coronavirus: Texas says abortions 'non-essential' amid pandemic

Facing medical supply shortages, two US states impose restrictions - critics warn move goes too far.

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Coronavirus briefing: UK construction worker warning and India lockdown

Your morning briefing for Wednesday 25 March 2020.

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Coronavirus: Pressure to halt construction work grows

Former Tory cabinet minister Iain Duncan Smith joins those calling for a pause to non-essential work.

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Cho Ju-bin: South Korea chatroom sex abuse suspect named after outcry

At least 10,000 people used the chatrooms, with some paying up to $1,200 [£1,000] for access.

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Coronavirus: Trump hopes US will shake off pandemic by Easter

As the president sets out "a beautiful timeline", New York warns it is a "canary in the coal mine".

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Asia markets up on US stimulus hopes

Stocks rally around the world as America readies near-$2tn economic package as volatility continues.

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Facebook video calls soar 1000% during Italy's lockdown

The social media platform has seen usage rocket in countries hardest hit by coronavirus lockdowns.

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Coronavirus: Inmates could be freed to ease virus pressure on jails

Coronavirus poses an "acute" risk in prisons, many of which are overcrowded, the justice secretary says.

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Coronavirus: India enters 'total lockdown' after spike in cases

Panic-buying grips major cities as the country brings in restrictions amid the coronavirus crisis.

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Coronavirus: Reopening the US by Easter 'a beautiful timeline'

President Trump said he was speaking to the Coronavirus Taskforce about when to open the US for business.

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Coronavirus: The newly jobless struggle to claim benefits

The system is reeling as hundreds of thousands of people, suddenly without work, try to claim support.

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Coronavirus: 'Symptoms' at three immigration removal centres

People have been quarantined at immigration removal units, the BBC is told.

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Coronavirus: Joe Wicks keeps children fit with online PE classes

The fitness guru is running free online classes every weekday for children.

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Celebrating a birthday party by video chat

With social distancing measures in place, many are adjusting to the new normal online.

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There's treasure in your toilet and it can help the planet

A valuable nutrient is being extracted from human waste in the Netherlands.

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Coronavirus: How Covid-19 is denying dignity to the dead in Italy

Funerals have been banned in Italy - robbing many families of the chance to say a final goodbye.

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Coronavirus: What's the risk to young people?

An 18-year-old has died of coronavirus in England. Are young people at risk from the virus?

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Coronavirus: How to go for a walk safely, without getting shamed

There are ways to stay safe - and politely avoid others - when you go outside to exercise.

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India's poorest 'fear hunger may kill us before coronavirus'

Millions of Indians who rely on daily wages from jobs like cleaning risk running out of money.

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Marini naturals: The haircare business that reaches 12 countries

Michelle Ntalami couldn't buy the products she wanted for her hair, so she set up a company to sell them.

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Coronavirus in South America: How it became a class issue

Early cases involved wealthier people who have been abroad, but fears are growing for the poorest.

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'Avoid using the microwave to get faster internet'

With millions of people working from home, media watchdog Ofcom has some tips to boost internet speed.

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Newspaper headlines: Volunteer 'army' and NHS workers 'threat to quit'

Wednesday's newspapers show a range of coverage on the latest developments of coronavirus in the UK.

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Coronavirus death rate: What are the chances of dying?

The current best guess of a 1% death rate does not apply to everyone.

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Coronavirus: Construction workers fear for their safety

Pressure is growing on government to act to protect construction workers against the coronavirus risk.

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Iceland vans torched in Bristol minutes after PM's lockdown order

Police say it is "beyond belief anyone would be so reckless" after two vans were gutted in Bristol.

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Tokyo 2020: Olympic Games organisers 'agree postponement'

The organisers of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, due to begin on 24 July, agree to a one-year postponement of the event because of the global coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Wuhan to ease lockdown as world battles pandemic

The lockdown in the Chinese city where the outbreak began will be partially lifted next month.

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Coronavirus: MP Nadia Whittome returns to care work

Nadia Whittome, 23, said "the care system is in serious danger of falling apart".

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Wetherspoon boss tells staff get a job at Tesco

Tim Martin says workers can take up jobs with supermarkets following the coronavirus shutdown.

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EasyJet despicable over Egypt rescue flights, Bristol couple says

A Bristol couple were among up to 150 people stranded in Egypt amid coronavirus flights confusion.

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UK lockdown: why does staying at home stop coronavirus?

After Boris Johnson brings in new measures, the BBC explains why staying in is a matter of life and death.

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When They See Us: Netflix wins defamation case

A police training company brought the lawsuit against the streaming service for scenes on the show.

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Coronavirus: Sadiq Khan warns 'stop Tube travel or more will die'

Commuters pack into trains for a second day despite the prime minister banning non-essential travel.

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Albert Uderzo: Asterix co-creator and illustrator dies aged 92

The Italian co-created the comic book hero series and eventually took over the writing.

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Coronavirus: ‘How is £94 a week going to pay anyone’s bills?’

Freelance gig economy workers say they cannot survive on the support offered by the government.

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Coronavirus: UK wakes to strict new curbs on life

Boris Johnson announces new curbs on life in the UK, which police will have the power to enforce, including a ban on public gatherings of more than two people.

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US tech giants team up to tackle coronavirus

Online retail giant Amazon and Microsoft's Bill Gates are working together to track the outbreak's spread.

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Coronavirus: 'Just stay inside' pleads victim's daughter

Michael Gerard, 73, died in hospital on Sunday after getting pneumonia-like symptoms two weeks ago.

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Father rejects killer's rough sex defence

Chloe Miazek was strangled to death during sex but her father rejects claims that she consented.

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Coronavirus: Spanish army finds care home residents 'dead and abandoned'

An inquiry is launched after soldiers discover elderly coronavirus victims "dead in their beds".

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Coronavirus: Private clinic defends charging £375 for test

The clinic in London says it has "paused" its service following reports it sold several thousand tests.

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Coronavirus: Carmakers answer pleas to make medical supplies

The auto industry is pledging to help tackle a shortage of ventilators and masks as virus spreads.

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Coronavirus: Ten of your most-asked questions answered

How long do you have the illness, how does it affect asthmatics and other questions answered.

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Coronavirus: The worry of working in supermarkets and pharmacies

From supermarkets to warehouses to pharmacies, these are the people keeping things running.

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'Uh oh' - Trump backs away as official says she had fever

President Trump social distances from a coronavirus task force expert as she mentions she had a fever.

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Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself?

The virus is spreading around the world, but what is it and what are the symptoms?

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Coronavirus: Hancock admits ‘challenges’ over NHS equipment

It comes after some NHS staff complained of shortages and said they were being treated as "cannon fodder".

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Coronavirus: Harvey Weinstein tests positive

The former producer was convicted of rape and sexual assault last month and is now in a New York prison.

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Global economy will suffer for 'years to come' says OECD

OECD boss Angel Gurría says the economic shock is already bigger than the financial crisis

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Coronavirus: Melbourne zookeeper’s livestream dance goes viral

An Australian zoo has begun streaming its animals – but it’s a keeper who’s proved most popular.

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Coronavirus: MPs to debate emergency legislation

Under the plans, airports could be shut and police could force people with symptoms into isolation.

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Drug dealers 'delivered crack cocaine to mental health hospital'

One former mental health patient says she is "haunted" by her "horror story" experience.

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Coronavirus: Olympic doubts grow as Canada withdraws athletes

As it becomes the first country to pull out, Canada "urgently calls" for the games to be postponed.

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Stocks fall as nations take coronavirus action

Shares in Asia slide on Monday as more drastic action is taken by governments to stop virus spreading.

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Coronavirus: How are people helping each other during the outbreak?

As people are told to social distance to stop the spread of coronavirus, many are doing good for others.

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Coronavirus: Parents urged not to send children to school

Schools are shut from today except to pupils who are vulnerable or whose parents are "key workers".

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Coronavirus to be tracked using its genetic code

Scientists are to track the spread of the coronavirus in the UK by using clues in its genetic code.

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Coronavirus: Blood donors needed after 15% drop, says NHS

Officials urge blood donors to stick to their appointments if they are well enough.

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Tskaltubo: Georgia's abandoned resort that refugees call home

Georgia plans to revive Tskaltubo, an abandoned Soviet-era spa town, but it's an uncertain time for thousands of civil war refugees living among the decaying sanatoriums.

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Apollo 13: One family's agony and triumph

On 11 April 1970, the Lovells watched their husband and father blast off on an ill-fated mission to the Moon.

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Israel's coronavirus patient 74 talks about her experience

Israel's coronavirus patient 74, also known as Dani, posts about her experience on social media.

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Coronavirus: Frozen birthday party held on Zoom video chat app

Thirty children took part in the virtual celebration for a self-isolated four-year-old.

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'I thought he was going to tear chunks out of my skin'

A third of men carrying out rough sex acts such as biting and choking do not ask for consent, a survey finds.

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How Marsha Hunt fought Hollywood blacklisting

The 102-year-old is one of the last people still alive who was named as a communist sympathisers.

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'I bought a winery and it caused a US-French row'

When US entrepreneur Michael Baum bought a famous French vineyard it caused a trans-Atlantic spat.

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South Africa: 'Our children are dying, but President Ramaphosa doesn't care'

South Africa's leader Cyril Ramaphosa is accused of inaction over a spate of child murders.

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'Stay at home' - Doctors and nurses appeal to UK

"If you choose to stay at home, you will save lives," say those on the front line in the coronavirus crisis.

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The Papers: PM warns of '24 hours to avoid complete lockdown'

The prime minister's warning that the UK faces a lockdown if Britons ignore anti-virus measures features on the front pages.

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Paintballing and strict training rules - how Nuno became one of Europe's elite managers

Nuno Espirito Santo has made Wolves a European force, but what is he like and what does he expect from his players?

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Coronavirus: 'Unprecedented scenes' on Welsh hills

Car parks and trails could be shut to stop people visiting Snowdonia as it was "overwhelmed" on Saturday.

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Runners going solo after coronavirus postponements

Participants of cancelled events are choosing to carry on with their challenges alone.

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Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself?

The virus is spreading around the world, but what is it and what are the symptoms?

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Coronavirus: India observes 14-hour curfew

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Sunday's curfew would test India's ability to fight the virus.

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Coronavirus: A couple, a campervan and a baby

Laura Truepenny, Ben Humphreys and their daughter Amala had to cut short a year-long European tour.

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Coronavirus: Call for widespread testing of all key health workers

A senior nurse warns there will not be a functioning health service without widespread testing.

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Coronavirus: No Russia lockdown as Putin puts on show of calm

Russia's president intends to defy the spread of coronavirus and push ahead with a national vote.

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German police arrest man over high-speed rail tampering

The 51-year-old is accused of loosening bolts on a railway track just before a bridge outside Frankfurt.

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Coronavirus: Australian PM warns of lockdowns

Scott Morrison said people must take social distancing seriously after crowds flocked to Bondi Beach.

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Coronavirus: Volunteers flock to join community support groups

An army of volunteers joins Mutual Aid groups to help the vulnerable during the coronavirus crisis.

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Coronavirus: Trauma cleaner 'busiest they've ever been'

The man people call to minimise the risk of coronavirus spreading.

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Terminally ill woman dedicates life to hedgehogs

Sue Bonnington says the mammals are in "serious danger" and caring for them makes her happy.

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Step-by-step guide: How to video call your family

This guide will show you how to make and receive video calls on a variety of devices.

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How Nigeria's kings lost their power

The removal of the revered emir of Kano raises questions about the continued role of Nigeria's traditional rulers.

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Coronavirus: How to behave in an epidemic

Behavioural science is at the heart of the government's planning, writes BBC home editor Mark Easton.

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How Parsis shaped India's taste for soft drinks

Over the past two centuries, fizzy drinks have become a $8bn (£6.9bn) industry in India.

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How the Pet Shop Boys accidentally made the best tour diary in pop history

How the Pet Shop Boys inadvertently ended up with the best tour diary in pop history.

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OneWeb increases mega-constellation to 74 satellites

The London-based start-up expands its network with a Soyuz launch from Baikonur in Kazakhstan

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Newspaper headlines: 'Stay home alone to save your life'

Boris Johnson's plea for people not to visit their mums on Mother's Day dominates the front pages.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'reading'

Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "reading".

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The virtual reality church that isn't shutting its doors

Even before the coronavirus pandemic, one church has been experimenting with virtual reality.

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Online festival celebrates arts affected by Covid-19

Playwright Nick Green launched the Social Distancing Festival to shine a spotlight on lost projects.

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Liverpool '100% certain' to be champions - data simulations predict rest of season

With the 2019-20 football season suspended across Europe, BBC Sport enlists the help of data experts to see how it might pan out.

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Hamilton self-isolating but allays coronavirus concerns

F1 world champion Lewis Hamilton allays fans' concerns that he may have coronavirus after he was recently pictured with actor Idris Elba, who has tested positive for the virus.

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Coronavirus: Portsmouth's James Bolton, Andy Cannon & Sean Raggett test positive

Three Portsmouth players, James Bolton, Andy Cannon and Sean Raggett, test positive for coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: 'I've lost half of myself' - bereaved husband

The husband of a British woman who died in Bali after testing positive for coronavirus speaks to the BBC about her death.

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Ryder Cup: Paul Casey would support postponement of tournament

Paul Casey says he would support any decision to postpone the Ryder Cup because of the coronavirus crisis.

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Country music star Kenny Rogers dies

American country music star Kenny Rogers dies aged 81, his family announces.

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Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself?

The virus is spreading around the world, but what is it and what are the symptoms?

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Coronavirus: Police take action on Bondi Beach crowds

Large crowds of people are still flocking to Sydney's beaches despite the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: US Senators face calls to resign over ‘insider trading’

Four US senators sold off stocks after the chamber received a classified briefing on coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: 'Relief' for businesses after government vows to pay wages

Business leaders welcome the government's vow to subsidise wages, as pubs and restaurants are ordered to close.

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Coronavirus: Doctors urge conversations about dying

Discuss all possible scenarios with loved ones - even uncomfortable ones, palliative care doctors say.

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North Korea fires two projectiles into sea

The launch is the third this month, according South Korea's Yonhap news agency.

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How Britain’s ‘plague village’ is coming together

Eyam in Derbyshire quarantined itself during the plague, how are they dealing with coronavirus?

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Turning SXSW disappointment into an online opportunity

Musicians due to play on the British Embassy stage at SXSW in Texas have been offered a platform of a different kind.

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Coronavirus: Chris Packham on Covid-19's impact on nature

Chris Packham says nature can help during self-isolation and considers coronavirus's environmental impact.

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Coronavirus: The social events you can join from your sofa

Meet the people using the internet to keep social gatherings alive during the coronavirus outbreak.

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Coronavirus: The school of Mum and Dad

There are plenty of online resources to help children keep learning while schools are closed.

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Coronavirus: 'My virtual date sent me £15 for wine'

Video chat, drinking games and awkward toilet moments. Virtual dating is here.

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Coronavirus: Why are Australia's remote Aboriginal communities at risk?

Australia is severely restricting access to remote Aboriginal communities amid coronavirus fears.

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Victor Olaiya: Nigeria's 'evil genius' trumpeter who influenced Fela Kuti

Nigerian Victor Olaiya, who died last month, was a musical pioneer and mentor to the Afrobeat legend.

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Coronavirus information: What should I do?

Step-by-step, what to do to help prevent the spread of the virus.

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Newspaper headlines: Wage bailout as 'Britain shuts down'

The papers focus on the government's shutdown of pubs and restaurants and support for those unable to work.

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Week in Pictures: 14-20 March 2020

A gallery of news images taken around the world this week.

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Coronavirus: The drill track by rapper Pyschs that's 'spreading awareness'

Psychs says he made a coronavirus track to raise awareness "especially for my generation".

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Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself?

The virus is spreading around the world, but what is it and what are the symptoms?

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Coronavirus briefing: Retired medics and wage protection

Your morning briefing for Friday 20 March 2020.

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Coronavirus: The taxi driver falsely accused of links to

Jude Ikuenobe was falsely accused on social media of using a Covid-19 patient to extort money.

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Coronavirus: Train services to be cut amid falling demand

Operators will gradually reduce services from Monday, amid falling demand.

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The Papers: Queen's 'stirring message' as PM offers 'hope'

The papers carry calls from the monarch and the PM to follow government advice to beat the virus.

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Coronavirus: Thousands of retired medics asked to return to NHS

More than 65,000 retired doctors and nurses are asked to help tackle "greatest global health threat in history"

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Vampire bats 'French kiss with blood' to form lasting bonds

Researchers observing the mammals saw them sharing regurgitated blood with their neighbours.

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Coronavirus: Nurse's despair as panic-buyers clear shelves

The exhausted critical care nurse says that people need to make sure everyone can get healthy food.

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Coronavirus: California issues 'stay at home' order amid virus

The governor projects the virus will soon infect more than half of the 40 million people in his state.

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Coronavirus: When will the outbreak end and life get back to normal?

When will life get back to normal or are we stuck with the virus for the long-term.

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US students party on spring break despite coronavirus

US university students flocked to Florida, despite warnings over the new coronavirus.

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Quiz of the week: What has Bill Gates been up to?

Have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

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What does kids TV look like in North Korea?

Exploring the weird, wonderful and surprisingly violent world of North Korean children's television.

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Coronavirus: The taxi driver falsely accused of extortion

Jude Ikuenobe was falsely accused on social media of using a Covid-19 patient to extort money.

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Coronavirus: Robots use light beams to zap hospital viruses

Demand has surged for robots equipped with powerful ultraviolet lights that can kill viruses.

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Coronavirus: Premier League players join charity FIFA 20 tournament

It's been organised by League Two club Leyton Orient to keep fans entertained while games are postponed.

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Coronavirus: A visual guide to the economic impact

Key maps and charts explain how the virus has impacted markets and businesses around the world.

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Delhi Nirbhaya rape death penalty: What do hangings mean for India's women?

The victim was dubbed Nirbhaya, 'the fearless one', but that's not how most women really feel.

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Coronavirus: Chancellor prepares wage package rescue plan

Rishi Sunak is expected to launch a fresh package of measures to try to protect millions of UK jobs.

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Coronavirus information: What should I do?

Step-by-step, what to do to help prevent the spread of the virus.

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Nirbhaya case: Four Indian men executed for 2012 Delhi bus rape and murder

The men were convicted of raping and murdering a student in the Indian capital in 2012.

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Singer Duffy unveils music comeback 'to lift spirits in troubling times'

The star says she hopes her first original song since 2010 lifts spirits in "these troubling times".

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Coronavirus: What are independent supermarkets doing to help?

As shoppers stockpile in response to coronavirus, how are independent shops coping?

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Coronavirus: Energy bill help for vulnerable amid outbreak

Prepayment meter customers may get credit through the post or funds automatically added to their meter.

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Coronavirus: Singing to raise spirits during isolation

Cor-ona is a social media group where people can post videos of themselves singing while isolated.

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Next boss: 'People do not buy a new outfit to stay at home'

The retailer says both online and store sales will suffer "significant losses" as a result of coronavirus.

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Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself?

The virus is spreading around the world, but what is it and what are the symptoms?

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Coronavirus: Schools shut down prompts exams clarity calls

Teachers and universities want to know how pupils will get qualifications, with UK schools set to close.

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Coronavirus: Trump puts US on war footing to combat outbreak

Two US Navy hospital ships will also be sent to help relieve an expected shortage of sick beds.

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ECB launches emergency £700bn coronavirus package

European Central Bank head Christine Lagarde: "There are no limits to our commitment to the euro".

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Coronavirus: Air pollution and CO2 fall rapidly as virus spreads

Some regions show significant drops in air pollutants as the coronavirus hits work and travel.

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Coronavirus: Vodafone and TalkTalk report surge in internet use

An EU commissioner has suggested that TV streaming services should provide content in lower resolution.

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Coronavirus: Asian nations face second wave of imported cases

South Korea, China and Singapore all report a rise in cases as people start arriving back home.

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Coronavirus: 40 London Underground stations to be closed

The night Tube will be stopped from this weekend as part of new contingency plans across London.

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Ghislaine Maxwell sues Jeffrey Epstein's estate over legal fees

Ghislaine Maxwell's lawsuit also claims she has had to hire security over "regular death threats".

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Thomas Cook: Taxpayers face £156m bill for company's collapse

The company's collapse last year left 9,000 staff out of work and 150,000 holidaymakers stranded.

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Coronavirus: Schools and charities working to keep children fed

Charities are working to help pupils who are entitled to free school meals after they are sent home.

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Coronavirus: Trump grilled on use of term 'Chinese virus'

Reporters quiz the president on his language and if athletes are getting priority testing.

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New Zealand passes law decriminalising abortion

Parliament's vote to remove the procedure from the Crimes Act changes a law in force since 1977.

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Coronavirus: How to exercise while staying at home

How do we keep fit while heeding the government's new advice on avoiding unnecessary social contact?

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Coronavirus testing: What is the UK government's plan?

The government aims to reach 25,000 tests a day, at the moment only hospital patients are being routinely screened for the virus.

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Coronavirus: How the government hopes to stop you touching your face

With coronavirus spreading, ministers are looking for new ways to make us behave more hygienically.

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Coronavirus: The detectives racing to contain the virus in Singapore

Tracing every contact of virus patients has meant Singapore could stay one step ahead of it, so far.

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Coronavirus: Three grandmothers self-isolating together

Doreen, Carol and Dotty have come up with a plan to live together if further restrictions are brought in.

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Coronavirus information: What should I do?

Step-by-step, what to do to help prevent the spread of the virus.

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Alex Salmond case: Witness says accuser did not attend Bute House dinner

Alex Salmond is accused of attempting to rape a woman after a meal with a celebrity at the first minister's official residence.

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Coronavirus: MPs told to stay out of Commons chamber

Tories and Labour say only those asking the PM questions should attend, as coronavirus fears continue.

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Glastonbury festival cancelled due to coronavirus

Taylor Swift, Paul McCartney and Kendrick Lamar had been due to headline the event in June.

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Coronavirus: Tokyo 2020 Olympic organisers respond to frustrated athletes

Olympic organisers warn "no solution will be ideal" in preparing for Tokyo 2020 after being accused of putting athletes "in danger".

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Coronavirus: EastEnders suspends filming 'until further notice'

The BBC One soap will also reduce the number of episodes broadcast to two per week.

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Coronavirus: Vanessa Hudgens sorry for 'people are going to die' comments

The High School Musical star seemed to question how serious people dying from coronavirus is.

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Coronavirus: Asian nations face virus battle amid WHO warning

The World Health Organization said some needed to "act now" with "aggressive measures".

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Coronavirus: Second home owners urged to stay away

A rural GP says local health services will not be able to cope with a surge in people relocating.

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Coronavirus: Violinists play Titanic hymn in front of empty toilet paper isle

The violinists say their widely shared performance is about coping and having a laugh in tough times.

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Sainsbury's takes steps to help elderly shoppers

The supermarket chain takes measures to help the elderly after stockpilers strip supermarket shelves.

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News Daily: Coronavirus latest from the UK and worldwide

Your morning briefing for Wednesday 18 March 2020.

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Coronavirus: Care companies fear bankruptcy

Firms which support people at home are struggling with the extra demands, care chiefs say.

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Plan to protect veterans from 'vexatious claims'

The bill protects troops from prosecution for alleged historical offences in conflicts overseas.

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Coronavirus: Renters 'need more help' in UK's plans

The government's new £350bn financial support package does not help some groups, chancellor told.

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Coronoavirus: Vulnerable people could need to 'cocoon'

The announcement comes after the total number of confirmed cases in the Republic rose to 223.

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HMP Eastwood Park: Concern over segregated transgender women prisoners

The Independent Monitoring Board also had concerns about women facing homelessness on release.

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Coronavirus hits all 50 US states as death toll rises

The Pentagon pledges to make available masks and respirators, as New York City considers a lockdown.

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Coronavirus: How can we stay in virtual touch with older relatives?

Older people who may not already have video-calling devices are being told to avoid leaving home.

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How do I know if I have coronavirus?

The BBC’s Laura Foster explains how you can recognise the symptoms of coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: How to help the rural elderly?

Coronavirus means many elderly people will be isolated in the countryside, far from their families.

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Grace Millane's killer to appeal against conviction and sentence

The 28-year-old, who cannot be named, was jailed for at least 17 years last month for her murder.

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Joe Biden crushes Bernie Sanders in Florida vote

The former US vice-president is favourite to face President Donald Trump in November.

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Coronavirus information: What should I do?

Step-by-step, what to do to help prevent the spread of the virus.

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Coronavirus: Spanish deaths surge close to 500

The latest figures come as the EU plans cross-border travel bans and France begins its lockdown.

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Coronavirus: How many cases are there in your area?

Key graphics explaining how the respiratory virus has grown in the UK and the government's response.

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Coronavirus: 'We have gone from £140,000 a year to nothing'

Small businesses across the country face bankruptcy as coronavirus fears put the brakes on the economy.

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Britons urged to avoid non-essential travel abroad

UK Foreign Office advises Britons against all non-essential foreign travel for initial period of 30 days

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Amazon: Staff told to work overtime as virus spikes demand

Unions say the retailer is putting "profit before safety" as it tells some warehouse staff to work overtime.

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Laura Ashley blames coronavirus as it heads for administration

The retailer is set to appoint administrators after the outbreak had an immediate impact on trading.

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UK mobile networks face problems

There are increasing reports of issues with voice calls as more people work from home

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Alex Salmond says there was 'no policy' stopping him working alone with women

Scotland's former first minister has begun giving evidence in his own defence at the High Court in Edinburgh.

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Coronavirus: Odeon and Cineworld shut UK cinemas

The move comes a day after Prime Minister Boris Johnson advised people to avoid public venues.

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Van Dyck painting thieves 'may have escaped in boat'

Police say a vessel could have been used "to access and leave" the Christ Church Picture Gallery.

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Coronavirus: Five ways to work well from home

The coronavirus outbreak means many will be working from home for the first time. Here's how to get it right.

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Coronavirus: New advice issued for pregnant mothers

The government says it is acting with caution as it advises those who are pregnant to shield themselves.

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Carphone Warehouse to close all standalone stores at cost of 2,900 jobs

The move, which is not related to the coronavirus outbreak, will lead to 531 shops being shut.

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Child deaths 'not properly investigated' at top hospital

Great Ormond Street Hospital is accused of putting reputation above patient care.

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Coronavirus: Hong Kong to quarantine all arrivals from abroad

Hong Kong has seen 57 new infections over the past two weeks, 50 of which were imported.

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UK to unveil new virus financial measures

It comes after people were told to avoid "non-essential" contact and places like pubs and theatres.

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World stocks rocked by record volatility

The Dow has seen its five biggest ever one-day points falls in the last month on coronavirus fears.

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Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson released from coronavirus treatment

Meanwhile, fellow actor Idris Elba announces he has the virus - telling followers "no panic".

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Croydon bus death: Boy, 16, charged over Damani Mauge stabbing

Damani Mauge was killed in south London on Sunday evening, police say.

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Plan to extend early prisoner release scheme

It is hoped the move will ease population pressures in jails across England and Wales.

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Climate change: The rich are to blame, international study finds

The Leeds University study looked at 86 countries and came to broadly the same conclusions about the rich.

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Why Mel and Sue quit Bake Off on first day of filming

The presenting duo resigned "because it was not a kind show" and had "stiff words" with producers.

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Coronavirus: UK changes course amid death toll fears

Ministers were warned hundreds of thousands of people in the UK would die without stronger measures.

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Mini-tournament could decide Champions League and Europa League

A mini-tournament to decide the Champions League and Europa League will be one option put forward to ease fixture congestion caused by the coronavirus outbreak.

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Coronavirus: Germany latest country to close borders

Only goods and workers can pass, with France also warning its situation is "deteriorating fast".

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Roy Hudd, actor and comic, dies aged 83

The News Hudlines presenter also played Archie Shuttleworth in Coronation Street.

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Future of rugby league as a sport 'on the line' - Saints chairman McManus

St Helens chairman Eamonn McManus says the government may have to help rugby league clubs due to coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Airlines slash more flights

The owner of BA cuts 75% of flights while EasyJet says it may have to ground most of its planes.

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Coronavirus: Stocks plunge despite global central bank action

FTSE 100 dives 7% despite central banks announcing a co-ordinated effort to ease the coronavirus impact.

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Satoshi Uematsu: Japanese man who killed 19 disabled people sentenced to death

Satoshi Uematsu said disabled people who were unable to communicate well had no human rights.

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News Daily: More countries in lockdown, UK virus latest and Democrat debate

Your morning briefing for Monday 16 March 2020.

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Australian man charged over supermarket 'assault'

The alleged assault in Sydney took place as other shoppers argued over stockpiling items.

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Coronavirus: Louis Vuitton owner to start making hand sanitiser

Luxury goods firm LVMH will make disinfectant gels in France as demand soars during virus pandemic.

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Coronavirus clears Venice of crowds

A Venice resident shows us how the city has been completely transformed by the coronavirus shutdown.

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North Devon Healthcare NHS Trust: 20 deaths or serious harm cases in maternity

A Devon hospital is linked to 20 deaths or serious harm cases since 2008, according to an NHS review.

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Advice to ban mass gatherings in force in Scotland

The Scottish government wants organisers to cancel events involving more than 500 people.

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Autism: How to talk to a child about their autism

Tips from a mum on how to talk to a child about their autism.

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Tree planting: 'I want to plant one million’

At top speed, Canadian Shelby Barber can plant more than 4,000 trees a day.

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The Cashmere crisis in the Himalayan ice desert

Photographer Adrian Newey has documented the lives of the Changpa nomads and the threat to Cashmere wool.

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Domestic homicide: 'The violence my sister suffered was horrendous'

Caroline Crossan was murdered by her husband in 1997 in what was described as a "savage" assault.

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The 'climate doomers' preparing for society to fall apart

Few scientists think climate change will cause society to collapse any time soon - but some people are getting ready anyway.

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The Boss: 'I embraced being a feminist boss'

How fashion boss Katrina Lake was able to succeed despite having to battle sexism.

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Ethiopia's missing students: Families' pain and the unsolved mystery

The government has been slow to resolve the issue linked to the country's ethnic tensions.

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Islamic State: US military says RAF airstrikes may have killed civilians

The UK has been bombing IS for five years - but accepts responsibility for just one civilian casualty.

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Ancient tsunami may have struck Falkland Islands

Evidence of past underwater landslides suggests giant waves probably hit the British territory.

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The Papers: 'Pull together' for elderly as virus sees banks act

Some of Monday's papers focus on examples of community spirit brought about by the coronavirus crisis.

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Coronavirus: Isolation for over-70s 'within weeks'

Action to isolate over-70s to shield them from coronavirus is planned in coming weeks, health secretary says.

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Coronavirus: Applause rings out for health workers in Spain

Residents in Spain and Italy show their gratitude to health personnel treating coronavirus patients.

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Bristol fire: Crews tackle Guildhall blaze

About 50 firefighters remain in Small Street, where the Guildhall has been ablaze since the early hours.

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Coronavirus: US airports in disarray over screening

Travellers returning from Europe queue for hours as new health screening measures are introduced.

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Fountain in India restored thanks to Northampton 'twin'

The project in Mumbai uncovered a link between their structure and one 4,000 miles away in Northampton.

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Coronavirus: A visual guide to the pandemic

Key charts explaining how the respiratory virus has spread and how it is being dealt with.

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Coronavirus: Elderly to be 'shielded' as PM seeks to equip NHS

Boris Johnson is to urge companies to make more ventilators "at speed" to tackle the coronavirus crisis.

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Coronavirus: Australia orders all arrivals to self-isolate for 14 days

PM Scott Morrison orders 14 days self-quarantine for anyone entering Australia from midnight.

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'I was sectioned - now I'm working for change'

A teenager says working with the mental health trust that treated her is "nerve-wracking" but exciting.

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Extinction Rebellion: 'Why is climate activism so white?'

Climate activists say more needs to be done to make protests more inclusive for everyone.

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Trump tests negative for coronavirus - White House doctor

The US president was tested a week after meeting Brazilian officials later found to be infected.

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Bus cuts leave a million people without a regular service

Campaigners said reductions in bus routes and funding had left some people "trapped in their homes".

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Coronavirus: Postcard bid to help self-isolating neighbours

Becky Wass came up with the idea because she wanted to "spread kindness" amid the coronavirus fear.

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Coronavirus: 'Future of UK aviation' at risk, say airlines

Airlines said the industry may not survive the coronavirus pandemic without financial support.

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MRKH syndrome: 'The day I discovered I was born without a vagina'

A routine question about menstruation led Julian Peter to discover she had no vagina, womb or cervix.

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Coronavirus: Supermarkets ask shoppers to be 'considerate' and stop panic buying

Some UK retailers have started rationing products such as pasta and hand gels to stop them selling out.

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Mark Carney: What legacy will he leave the Bank of England?

The first non-British governor to lead the Bank in its 325-year history steps down this weekend.

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Throbbing Gristle's Genesis P-Orridge dies aged 70

The musician, artist and provocateur had been battling leukaemia for two-and-a-half years.

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Basingstoke man says wheelchair isn't a barrier to flying

Stuart Miller is training to be a pilot and says once you're in the air there is no disability.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'neon signs'

Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "neon signs".

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Did Spanish spies harass ex-king's 'lover'?

Corinna zu Sayn-Wittgenstein has accused Spanish intelligence of waging a campaign against her.

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Daniel Radcliffe says his parents helped him cope with fame

The Harry Potter star says his family and living in the UK helped him keep a sense of "perspective".

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Ratan Tata: An unlikely friendship between a magnate and a millennial

The Indian businessman behind the Tata empire has formed an unlikely friendship with a 27-year-old.

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Coronavirus: UK deaths double in 24 hours

Ten more people have died after testing positive for the virus, NHS England says.

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Coronavirus: NI and Irish leaders meeting over cross-border plans

The first and deputy first ministers are meeting Irish ministers including Taoiseach Leo Varadkar.

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'Supernatural' Semenya targets Olympic 200m

Two-time Olympic 800m champion Caster Semenya says she is "supernatural" as she confidently targets the 200m at Tokyo 2020.

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Coronavirus: Spanish cases up by 1,500 in a day

The news comes as the government prepares to declare a nationwide state of emergency.

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Coronavirus: Jet2 flights to Spain turn round in mid-air over virus fears

Infections in Spain have risen sharply and thousands of people have been placed in lockdown.

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Coventry 'drive-by shooting': Two held as man, 19, killed

Two people, one aged 15, are held in Coventry after shots were fired from a car later found burnt out.

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Coronavirus: Catholic churches preparing to suspend Mass

Churches in England might live-stream services to avoid further spreading of the coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Italians sing from their windows to boost morale

A countrywide lockdown has not stopped Italians from bursting into morale-boosting song.

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Coronavirus: How professional cleaners are dealing with the outbreak

As we try to avoid coronavirus, how are cleaners dealing with the risks of possible contamination?

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Mamie Stuart: Sunderland burial for 1919 murder victim

Mamie Stuart's remains were in a laboratory cupboard for decades before her great-niece intervened.

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Coronavirus: New Zealand PM says all arrivals must self-isolate

PM Jacinda Ardern says it is the world's strictest measure, with only Pacific islanders being exempt.

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Coronavirus: US travel ban on 26 European countries comes into force

The US president has also declared a national emergency, freeing up to $50bn in relief funds.

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Coronavirus: Cafe and bar jobs 'gone by May' if laws do not change - trade body

UK Hospitality says well-known cafe, dining and pub chains could fold because of the coronavirus.

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Climate change: Will planting millions of trees really save the planet?

From Greta Thunberg to oil firms, people are pushing for more trees to be planted - but why?

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Sport Relief appeal raises more than £40m for charities

Some of the money will go to projects dealing with challenges caused by the coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Eight charts on how it has shaken economies

Key maps and charts explain how the virus has impacted markets and businesses around the world so far.

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Week in Pictures: 7-13 March 2020

A gallery of news images taken around the world this week.

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Triple drowning: Off-duty lifeguard returns to scene of tragedy

Lifeguard Brendon Prince returns to the beach where he saw three people drown.

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Tree planting: 'I want to plant one million’

At top speed, Canadian Shelby Barber can plant more than 4,000 trees a day.

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The actor who was really stabbed on stage

Conor Madden was playing Hamlet when a sword fight went badly wrong. Would he ever act again?

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France's Macron defies coronavirus lockdown with elections

Not even the coronavirus emergency will stop the French voting in local elections.

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Coranavirus: Emergency plan for prisons in England and Wales

Prisons in England and Wales bring in measures to deal with "unprecedented" challenges.

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The Papers: 'Life on hold' as PM 'U-turns' on mass gatherings ban

The papers report on what such a policy could mean for everyday life.

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Mount Everest: Nepal's government shuts off mountain amid virus outbreak

The highest mountain in the world will be closed to climbers until at least 30 April.

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Coronavirus: Asian stocks extend global markets rout

Friday's slump follows the biggest one-day declines in the US and UK since Black Monday in 1987.

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Coronavirus 'could cost millions of tourism jobs'

The World Travel and Tourism Council says that up to 50 million jobs are at risk.

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Iraq base attack: US launches retaliatory strikes on Iran-backed fighters

They follow a rocket attack on a military base in Iraq that killed two Americans and a British soldier.

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EU sewage tests show ‘ecstasy is no longer a niche drug’

Tests of sewage water from 23 European countries suggest ecstasy is no longer "a niche drug".

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Marine pollution: Russian fly spray and 1800s shoes among beach litter

The National Trust said the items were quirky but a sign of a "deluge" of long-lasting marine litter.

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Niall Horan on Elton's advice and touring with no trousers

The ex-One Direction star discusses songwriting tips and the perils of touring with Lewis Capaldi.

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Christchurch mosques shooting victim one-year on

Wasseim and his daughter were among the victims of New Zealand's Christchurch mosques shooting.

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Emiliano Sala: Fatal plane crash report to be published

Emiliano Sala died in a plane crash last year shortly after signing for Cardiff City.

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Teen referees report abuse and threats from parents

Sixteen-year-old referee Ryan regularly faces verbal abuse from players, coaches and managers.

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Eleonore Laloux is looking to prove it as France’s first political candidate with Down’s Syndrome

And Eleonore Laloux is looking to prove it as France’s first political candidate with Down’s Syndrome

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Quiz of the week: Name Harry and Meghan's royal farewell

Have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

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Should school uniforms be less expensive?

MPs will debate a bill aimed at ensuring schools keep the cost of their uniforms down.

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White storks bred in Oxford released in West Sussex

White storks, which were nearly extinct in the UK, are being returned to the wild.

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How the net closed on Oxford's grooming gang

How did sex offenders at the centre of Oxford's depraved underworld finally come to face justice?

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'I quit college to care for my alcoholic mum'

As her mum's drinking worsened and her mental health suffered, Niamh found herself thrust into the role of full-time carer.

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Perimenopause: 'I went from triathlon training to needing naps'

Emily Barclay was hit by perimenopause, which can last up to 10 years before the menopause itself.

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Are female urinals the answer to queues at the loos?

Clever designs are trying to tackle queues for female loos, but will the innovations catch on?

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Saviour of the dead: Burying the bodies India forgets

Mohammad Shareef never got to bury the son he lost in religious riots, so now he lays others to rest.

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Christchurch mosque attacks: Anniversary to be marked by joint prayers

Fifty-one people were killed during the shootings in the New Zealand city one year ago.

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EU to give migrants in Greece €2,000 to go home

The scheme aims to ease the burden on Greece, where migrant camps are squalid and overcrowded.

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Up to two-year wait for sleep disorder treatment

Estimates suggest one in 20 people will develop the disorder, with a spike in diagnosis linked to obesity.

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The Papers: PM's 'bleak' warning and markets in 'meltdown'

Boris Johnson's warning that many more families will lose loved ones makes the front pages.

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Coronavirus: Stocks plunge amid US-Europe travel ban

The FTSE 100 slumps more than 6% as Donald Trump restricts travel to the US from mainland Europe.

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Gambling firm Betway hit with record £11.6m penalty

The Gambling Commission says the firm failed to protect customers and make proper money-laundering checks.

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News Daily: US restricts entry from Europe and British soldier killed in Iraq

Your morning briefing for Thursday 12 March 2020.

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Greenland and Antarctica ice loss accelerating

The Earth's great ice sheets are losing mass six times faster today than they were in the 1990s.

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Tom Hanks coronavirus: Actor and wife Rita Wilson test positive

The couple are being isolated after confirming they have coronavirus in Australia, Hanks says.

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Floyd Mayweather's ex-partner found dead in car

Josie Harris, mother to three of the boxer's children, was unresponsive on her California driveway.

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V&A snaps up medieval brooch found on Brigstock farmland

Detectorist Justin Owens initially thought the "priceless" brooch was "an old bottle top".

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Sex offender's hard drive in police commissioner's safe for 14 years

West Yorkshire's police commissioner says he was unaware the files were on a hard drive in his office.

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Young teetotallers help 'nolo' beer sales to rocket

No or low alcohol will drive the 2020 market, the craft beer trade body says, as it claims 23% of 18-24 year-olds are teetotal.

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Coronavirus: Trump halts travel from Europe to US

President Trump suspends all travel to US from European countries – except the UK - for 30 days, due to coronavirus

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How cruise ships contribute to Southampton's air pollution

How one of the most profitable leisure industries in the world can also be one of the most polluting.

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'Bionic' powerlifter Ted Brown still competing at almost 90

Superhuman Ted, 89, has no plans to slam the weights down just yet.

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The vaccine that saved millions

How a group of US scientists led by Dr Jonas Salk discovered the first polio vaccine.

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Delhi riots: 'No-one who saw the photo thought I would survive'

A photo of Mohammad Zubair being beaten by a Hindu mob became the defining image of riots in Delhi.

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CEO Secrets: 'My lasting, enduring lesson from a Turkish bazaar'

Hakan Bulgurlu leads Arçelik, a multi-billion dollar white goods company, but he puts his success in life down to lessons he learned selling gold in a Turkish bazaar.

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Harvey Weinstein: How a Hollywood giant faced his reckoning

The judge said this was not a referendum on #MeToo. But at times, his trial felt like one.

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'TikTok famous' - but making money?

Social media app TikTok has created a host of young stars in the UK, but can they make money from the medium?

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'My anti-depressant withdrawal was worse than depression'

Charity Mind is signposting people withdrawing from anti-depressants to street-drug charities.

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How Europe deals with terror offenders when they are freed from jail

Fearful of the risk from radicalised offenders, European countries plays a delicate balancing act.

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Dietmar Hopp: Bundesliga protests focus on Hoffenheim owner, but is it all about him?

Dietmar Hopp is the man at the centre of a controversy that is dominating German football. Why is he the focal point for so much hate?

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Pavement parking could be banned in England

Ministers consult on a ban to help pedestrians, but the AA warns it could lead to "parking chaos".

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Top ten garden pests and diseases revealed

The box tree caterpillar comes top of the list of gardeners' concerns for the third year in a row.

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The Papers: 'Tories splash the cash' and £30bn 'war on virus'

The chancellor pumping billions into the economy to tackle coronavirus dominates the front pages.

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How feminist protesters tackled a 'sexist' pageant

In 1970, protesters who felt the pageant was sexist made a stand - it's now being retold in the film Misbehaviour.

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How feminist protesters tackled a 'sexist' pageant

In 1970, protesters who felt the pageant was sexist made a stand now being retold in the film Misbehaviour.

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Joe Biden extends lead over rival Sanders in Democratic presidential race

The Democratic front-runner solidifies his lead after heading for a win in the key state of Michigan.

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'My dad was away for six years of my life'

Teenager Alex says her father was out of her life for six years when he was in the Royal Navy.

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Can Finland's Saimaa seals survive climate change?

This breed of seal is facing extinction but conservationists in Finland are trying to save it.

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Life and struggle after YouTube fame

Dax was one of YouTube's first stars, but 13 years later, few people remember his name. Can a vlogging legend seize glory again?

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British racing drivers on show at Silverstone

Photographer Indira Flack's portraits of British racing drivers.

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Blasian dating in South Africa: ‘Will my Asian family accept my black boyfriend?’

Blasian - black and Asian - couples now exist in South Africa... but they don't always have an easy time.

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The spectacular failures and successes of massive dams

It can be fiendishly complex to measure the social and environmental effects of large-scale dams.

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General election 2019: What's the evidence that Russia interfered?

A trove of confidential UK government documents was leaked online in the run-up to the last general election – but who’s to blame? We look at the evidence.

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'That was the worst day of my business life'

How coffee company Equator managed to survive and grow after a major threat to its business.

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Spain still haunted by spectre of poverty trap

Why does Spain, the eurozone's fourth-biggest economy, have so many people in the poverty trap?

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Manchester City v Arsenal: Premier League match postponed over coronavirus fears

Manchester City's Premier League match with Arsenal on Wednesday has been postponed as a "precautionary measure" over coronavirus fears.

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Budget 2020: Chancellor to unveil plans amid coronavirus pressures

Chancellor Rishi Sunak will present the government's first fiscal plans since it won the election.

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'Going to meet the son I thought was dead'

Thanks to a BBC report, Indonesian mother Hana Bedong was reunited with her son, who she last saw when he was six.

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Menstrual cup misuse 'can cause pelvic organ prolapse'

The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy wants manufacturers to include better safety advice for women.

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Susan Long murder: Case 'could still be solved' 50 years on

Police say DNA evidence could identify the killer of Susan Long, who was found dead in March 1970.

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Microsoft takes down global zombie bot network

The network operated on the computer power of unsuspecting victims and caused numerous cyber-crimes.

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Benidorm police 'failings' leave sons unable to bury father

Phil Pearce's body was found in November but Spanish police did not tell his sons for three months.

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