Coronavirus: Seven million Afghan children risk hunger - report

The coronavirus outbreak poses a "perfect storm" for the war-ravaged country, warns Save the Children.

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Coronavirus: UK 'quite likely' to get close to or hit 100,00 tests target - Shapps

Grant Shapps says he is optimistic over the target, as the PM declares the UK is past the peak of the virus.

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Coronavirus: Northern Territory first in Australia to lift major restrictions

The Northern Territory lifts major social restrictions in a test case for the rest of the nation.

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Coronavirus: Armed protesters enter Michigan statehouse

Several senators reportedly wore bulletproof vests as armed demonstrators looked on from the gallery.

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Coronavirus: Calls for clarity as tips due to reopen

Some authorities say waste sites will reopen at the weekend, while others say further guidance is needed.

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Afrobeat pioneer Tony Allen dies aged 79

Nigerian drummer Tony Allen, who created Afrobeat with Fela Kuti, dies aged 79, his manager says.

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Coronavirus: US intelligence debunks theory it was 'manmade'

US spies say they are still investigating the virus origins, as Mr Trump suggests it came from a lab.

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High microplastic concentration found on ocean floor

Mediterranean sediments are shown to have up to 1.9 million tiny plastic pieces per square metre.

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Coronavirus lockdown: Boots offers safe space for domestic abuse victims

People living with abuse will be able to use the pharmacy's consultation rooms to contact helplines.

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Coronavirus: Brian May says the shortage of PPE is 'horrendous'

The guitarist says he is 'angry and sad' over the situation, as Queen release a new charity single.

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Coronavirus: How can I help?

Giving blood, writing a diary, or reading a story to your friends' children are just some of the options.

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Coronavirus: 'We go hungry so we can feed our children'

A growing number of families are struggling to put food on the table during the coronavirus lockdown.

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Ramadan and Coronavirus: Breaking my fast on Zoom

How fasting in lockdown and isolation has changed Ramadan for young Muslims this year.

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Quiz of the Week: On UFOs, lockdown loosening and more

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

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Coronavirus: What it's like to be shielding in your twenties

Grace, 26, doesn't look it but she's deemed extremely vulnerable - here's how she's dealing with having to shield.

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Nordic Islands seen in their 'surreal light'

The breathtaking landscapes of Iceland, Greenland, Norway and the Faroe Islands.

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Coronavirus: When your child's in intensive care with Covid-19

Two mothers tell the BBC about their experiences as their young children battled the virus.

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Coronavirus: Three continents, four lives, one day

The stories of people who died on one day, from an exile who returned home to a disaster survivor.

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Coronavirus: 'Many said goodbye to loved ones in an ambulance'

Dr Nigel Kennea describes his role supporting bereaved families at one London hospital during the coronavirus pandemic.

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How The Assistant exposes Hollywood's abuse silence

The movie which has roots in the exposure of power and abuse in the film industry after #MeToo.

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The worldwide race to make solar power more efficient

Scientists are working on better solar cells that will turn more of the sun's rays into electricity.

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‘Justice not charity’ - the blind marchers who made history

Remembering the maverick blind campaigners who walked to London a century ago to demand equality.

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Lockdown homeschooling: The parents who have forgotten what they learned at school

Parents have been turning to Google to help them teach the things they’ve forgotten.

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Rishi Kapoor: Bollywood's romantic hero dies at 67

Veteran Bollywood actor Rishi Kapoor has died aged 67, two years after being diagnosed with cancer

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Coronavirus: Tube 'could be overwhelmed' when lockdown is lifted

Transport and police in London could come under great strain if restrictions are eased, a report warns.

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Coronavirus: Trump says China wants him to lose re-election

The US president says Beijing faces a "lot" of possible consequence from the US over coronavirus.

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Harrison Ford investigated over LA runway incident

The US actor was piloting a plane that wrongly crossed a runway where another aircraft was landing.

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Builders firms 'months from collapse' with no ease in lockdown

Construction firms in Scotland call for a limited return to work as financial pressure mounts.

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Coronavirus: NHS faces 'massive' challenge helping patients recover

Recovering patients may still experience weakness, breathlessness and anxiety, therapists say.

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Staging a 'socially distanced' boxing match

Inside the Nicaraguan boxing event that caught the world's attention during the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Deadline day for 100,000 tests pledge

It comes as the PM is to lead the Downing Street briefing later - the first time since his return to work.

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Captain Tom Moore given colonel title on 100th birthday

A host of tributes and gifts help the WW2 veteran who raised £29m for the NHS mark his 100th birthday.

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Coronavirus: Jury trials face 'biggest change since WW2'

Measures last seen in World War Two will be needed to allow jury trials to resume, says top judge.

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Tesla warns on shutdown as Musk calls for end to lockdown

The electric car company said forced shutdowns and limits on deliveries had clouded its forecast.

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Facebook and Twitter allow scammers 'free rein'

Consumer watchdog Which? finds credit-card information and Netflix account details for sale on both.

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Coronavirus kills 70 veterans at Massachusetts care home

Officials are investigating if residents received proper medical care at the Massachusetts home.

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Coronavirus: Child abuse calls to NSPCC up 20% since lockdown

Calls specifically about emotional abuse have jumped 50%, the charity says.

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Coronavirus R0: Is this the crucial number?

The number at the heart of the decision whether to lift lockdown.

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Will thermal cameras help to end the lockdown?

Thermal cameras can spot people with a temperature. Will they help to end the lockdown?

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In pictures: Iranian embassy siege in London

Images from 40 years ago, when six gunmen took over the Iranian embassy in Kensington.

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Coronavirus: How does contact tracing work and is my data safe?

Millions in the UK will soon be asked to download an app that helps to limit coronavirus spreading.

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Boris Johnson, Carrie Symonds, and a baby in a very exclusive club

Baby Johnson joins Leo Blair and Florence Cameron to become a member of a very exclusive club.

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Coronavirus: Searching for truth behind Spain's care home tragedy

Families want to know why so many of their elderly relatives have died.

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Coronavirus: Japan's low testing rate raises questions

Japan's relatively low rate of virus testing raises questions about how it has tackled the pandemic.

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How will airlines get flying again?

When passenger planes start flying again, the world of air travel will be very different.

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Coronavirus: Why the fashion industry faces an 'existential crisis'

"No-one wants to buy clothes to sit at home in," as Next's chief executive Simon Wolfson puts it.

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The strange tale of how Man City conquered Europe - 50 years on

Fifty years to the day since Manchester City won their only European trophy, we find out about a rather unusual moment of glory.

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Coronavirus: Switzerland says young children can hug grandparents

Revised guidelines say children under 10 do not transmit the virus, but some experts express caution.

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'All they wanted was an opportunity to prove themselves' - how coronavirus is affecting women's sport

Four sports, five stories - how women's sport is being affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds announce birth of son

Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds announce the birth of son at London hospital.

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Coronavirus: The new 'heroes' on Northern Ireland's walls

Communities on both sides of the divide are using murals to pay tribute to NHS workers.

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Coronavirus 'will hasten the decline of cash'

As people turn to digital payments during the lockdown, there are fears over the long-term future of cash.

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Obituary: Irrfan Khan, star of Slumdog Millionaire and Indian films

The star of Life of Pi, Slumdog Millionaire and dozens of Indian cinema's finest films has died at 53.

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Irrfan Khan: Slumdog Millionaire and Life of Pi actor dies

The Bollywood star, known for roles in Slumdog Millionaire and Jurassic World, has died aged 53.

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Coronavirus: Testing widened, VE Day plans and hidden health costs

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Next expects 40% sales drop amid coronavirus crisis

The fashion retailer said it expects dramatically lower sales this year amid lockdown.

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MOTD podcast: Rank the best players outside the 'big six'

Our Match of the Day pundits discuss who are the best players to play for teams outside the "big six".

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Coronavirus: Thousands of cancer ops at 'Covid-free' hubs

A network of centres is established across England to provide essential cancer surgery in safe conditions.

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Coronavirus: Sport should start again 'from bottom up not top down'

Sports should return from the "bottom-up not the top-down" when the coronavirus lockdown lifts, says a public health adviser.

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Coronavirus: Testing opens for millions more people in England

Staff and residents of care homes, over-65s and people who cannot work at home are now eligible to be tested.

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Coronavirus: Trump orders meatpacking plants to stay open

As the pandemic squeezes US food supply, the president designates the plants critical infrastructure.

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Coronavirus: France mandates masks for schools and transport

Face masks will be compulsory on public transport and in secondary schools when France lifts curbs.

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Priti Patel probe findings should be made public 'as soon as possible' - Labour

The home secretary denies bullying staff at three different government departments.

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Coronavirus: Mike Pence flouts rule on masks at hospital

In a deleted tweet, the Mayo Clinic said the US vice-president had been told of their mask rules.

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VE Day anniversary: Queen to lead events 75 years on

The Queen will address the nation as part of a series of events to mark the end of World War Two in Europe.

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Coronavirus: Call for £700 catch-up premium for poorer pupils

Secondary schools should get cash to offer extra tuition to disadvantaged pupils, say MPs and peers.

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Coronavirus: Medical cannabis access eased amid lockdown

Clinics have been offering online consultations.

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Coronavirus: 98-year-old doctor working through the lockdown

France's oldest doctor continues to support patients during the pandemic, despite being at high risk of getting coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: This is what reopening in US looks like

Barber shops, tattoo parlours, beaches and restaurants reopen in Georgia.

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UKA's Salazar review head Rowell to leave board a year earlier than planned

Sarah Rowell, who led UK Athletics' 2015 internal review into its handling of the Alberto Salazar scandal, is to step down a year before planned.

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Smethwick shopping centre murder police arrest eight

Four men are held on suspicion of murder over the knifing at Smethwick's West Cross Shopping Centre.

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Spanish stars lead tributes after ex-Liverpool striker & broadcaster Robinson dies at 61

Former Liverpool and Republic of Ireland striker Michael Robinson dies at the age of 61.

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Reading are first Women's Super League club to furlough players

Reading have become the first club in the Women's Super League to place its players on the government's furlough scheme, BBC Sport understands.

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Coronavirus: Rising care home toll leads to record deaths

Numbers dying with virus in care homes drives weekly deaths to over 22,000 in England and Wales.

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Coronavirus: HSBC puts 35,000 job cuts on hold

The bank says it will pause the cuts to avoid leaving staff unable to find work elsewhere.

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Coronavirus: NHS doctor's son asks Matt Hancock for public apology

Intisar Chowdhury calls on the health secretary to admit mistakes were made in supplying protective kit.

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Coronavirus: Government pledges £3m for child abuse services

MPs will debate domestic abuse later amid fears it is on the rise during the coronavirus outbreak.

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Real Madrid, Liverpool, AC Milan? Who are the all-time champions of Europe?

Match of the Day commentator Steve Wilson has a go at working out which team can claim to be the ultimate European champions.

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Coronavirus: Minute's silence, crucial kit failures and 'Project Restart'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Coronavirus: Top NYC doctor takes her own life

The father of 49-year-old Dr Lorna Breen says: "She tried to do her job and it killed her."

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Record 50.8 million internally displaced, IDMC report says

Those who have fled their homes due to conflict or disaster face the further threat of coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: UK to hold minute's silence for key workers who died

The PM and NHS leaders will join the tribute to front-line workers who have died with coronavirus.

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Missing Luke Durbin 'had a debt to county lines dealers'

Luke Durbin, who disappeared in 2006, was a drug dealer who owed money, a documentary reveals.

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Trump 'can't imagine why' US disinfectant calls spiked

The president says he takes no responsibility for a reported spike in calls to emergency hotlines.

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Coronavirus: Argentina bans commercial flight sales until 1 September

Aviation industry groups warn that the move puts at risk more than 300,000 jobs in the country.

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Coronavirus: 'Thousands' of North Sea oil and gas jobs under threat

The UK's oil and gas industry says many firms will struggle to survive through the coronavirus crisis.

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Coronavirus: Furloughed workers offered online skills training

The government urges staff in lockdown to take online training for the post-virus economy.

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Coronavirus: More than 2,000 prisoners may have been infected, says PHE

The number of infected prisoners could be six times higher than confirmed cases, health officials say.

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Coronavirus: One big weekly shop back in fashion, says Tesco

Supermarket boss Dave Lewis says shopping trips are less frequent but basket sizes have doubled.

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Coronavirus: Councils vying for emergency virus cash

County councils say care funding must be a priority while district councils say services are at risk.

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Coronavirus: Hardship payment for dairy farmers considered

The virus outbreak has led to problems for the dairy industry, with warnings that cows could be slaughtered.

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Stressed firms look for better ways to source products

The way firms get their raw materials may change rapidly now Covid-19 has disrupted supply chains.

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Coronavirus: Greggs to begin reopening shops amid lockdown

The bakery chain plans to reopen a limited number of outlets next month in a "controlled trial".

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Coronavirus: Minute's silence for fallen key workers

The UK is expected to fall silent at 11am on Tuesday after Boris Johnson backs nurses' campaign.

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Coronavirus: North Yorkshire day-trippers 'ignore' rules

One officer says she "endured more abuse than dealing with drunken idiots outside nightclubs".

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NHS rejects Apple-Google coronavirus app plan

The UK's contact-tracing app is set to use a "centralised" system that worries privacy experts.

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Coronavirus alert: Rare syndrome seen in UK children

Doctors have been told to look out for a rare but dangerous reaction that may be linked to Covid-19.

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Return to school in children's interests - Ofsted

Ofsted chief Amanda Spielman says home and online learning are "imperfect substitutes" for school.

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Coronavirus: Hauxton footballer Imogen, 10, aims for 7.1m keepy-uppies

Imogen is hoping people will donate keepy-uppies as well as money, for the 7.1m UK key workers.

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Coronavirus: Germans don compulsory masks as lockdown eases

Simple cloth masks are now mandatory on public transport and in shops within most states.

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Coronavirus: 'I ran the London Marathon on my treadmill'

Complete with fake London landmarks and commentary from legendary voice of the marathon Steve Cram.

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Coronavirus: Fined Lyme Bay divers from Edinburgh and Cornwall

Helicopters, lifeboats and a warship searched for one of the divers after a Mayday call.

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Zeinab Badawi mourns losing Dr Adil El Tayar to coronavirus

Zeinab Badawi mourns her cousin Dr Adil El Tayar, who died protecting others from Covid-19.

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Race Across the World victors pledge winnings to help street children

The globetrotting BBC series came down to a nailbiting climax on Sunday - spoiler alert!

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Coronavirus: Spain eases lockdown measures to allow children outside

For the first time in six weeks, the country's children have been allowed outside to exercise and play.

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Coronavirus: Boris Johnson says this is moment of maximum risk

There are signs the UK is passing the coronavirus peak but we must be patient with the lockdown, the PM warns.

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Coronavirus: Timpson warns some High Street names won't survive

The repair company will reopen some of its outlets this week with strict safety measures in place.

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Coronavirus: Johnson returns, lockdown dilemmas and Capt Tom honoured

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Coronavirus: New Zealand claims no community cases as lockdown eases

After single-figure new cases for more than a week, NZ says it has ended local transmissions for now.

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Coronavirus: Airbus boss warns company is 'bleeding cash'

In a letter to workers Guillaume Faury reportedly said the firm's existence was now threatened.

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Coronavirus: English teacher 'energised' by lockdown learning

Holly King-Mand says she "might still be in pyjamas" if she was not teaching thousands of children.

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Coronavirus: Boris Johnson back at Downing Street to lead response

Boris Johnson will chair the morning cabinet meeting, just over two weeks after leaving hospital.

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Coronavirus: Captain Tom Moore gets Royal Mail birthday postmark

Royal Mail says it is "honoured" to honour the war veteran, who has raised £29m for the NHS.

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'I have lost care support because of coronavirus'

Thousands of Scots no longer have home-care support during the coronavirus crisis, the BBC finds.

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Saudi Arabia to end executions for crimes committed by minors, says commission

The Human Rights Commission says people who committed crimes as minors will no longer be executed.

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Coronavirus: Spain records lowest daily death toll as lockdown eases

The health ministry says 288 people have died of the virus, the lowest number since 20 March.

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Trump faces scrutiny over West Point address plans

The president is scheduled to give the commencement address at the US military academy in June.

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Coronavirus: Athlete's cancer treatment hopes dashed due to lockdown

Sarah Wright was accepted on to a drug trial in the US but cannot fly due to coronavirus restrictions.

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Coronavirus: High Street shops preparing ways to reopen

The British Retail Consortium has issued post-lockdown guidance for non-essential retailers.

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Per Olov Enquist: Swedish author dies at the age of 85

He penned more than 20 novels, plays and essays which won a number of awards at home and abroad.

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Coronavirus: 'Myth' that Sweden has not taken 'serious steps'

Sweden's deputy prime minister, Isabella Lovin, told the BBC's Andrew Marr that measures that were too harsh could not be sustained over time.

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Birmingham's Nightingale hospital 'has no patients'

Birmingham's NHS Nightingale hospital was opened by Prince William on 16 April.

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Coronavirus: French police seize 140,000 black market masks

Officers caught a businessman unloading the masks from a lorry into a house in St Denis near Paris.

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Coronavirus: UK must find 'new normal' to ease lockdown - Raab

The "heartbreaking" death toll shows why social distancing remains vital, the foreign secretary says.

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Coronavirus: Boris Johnson's return to work 'a boost for the country'

Boris Johnson is "raring to go" as he prepares to resume official duties in No 10, his deputy says.

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Coronavirus: Chelsea Flower Show moves online for first time

Virtual tours, gardening demonstrations and special shows will take place during week-along event.

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Croydon stabbing: Search for Gucci tiger bag after fatal attack

The "distinctive" Bengal tiger bag was stolen from Tyler Roye on the night he died in south London.

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Coronavirus: How nature is reacting to the lockdown

There has been a drop in pollution levels right across Northern Ireland.

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London Marathon: Back-garden runners prepare for 2.6 Challenge

The London Marathon might be postponed but runners are still getting in the miles and raising money for charity - here are some of their inspiring stories.

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Coronavirus: Morning update as military begins mobile testing

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Coronavirus: Naomi Campbell and African artists entertain fans online

Big-name celebrities and artists have been going online to entertain their fans during the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: New York to allow tests in pharmacies

Testing remains a key problem across the US but some states have started to lift restrictions.

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Coronavirus: Ecuador 'victim' found alive in hospital mix-up

The Ecuadorean woman was wrongly declared to be dead, and someone else's ashes were sent to her family.

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Coronavirus: Military to test key workers in mobile units

The mobile units will travel to "hard to reach" areas as the government looks to ramp up testing.

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Coronavirus: Charity dad returns full-time to NHS front line

Paramedic Tristan Cork says he faced a dilemma but wants to "be part of the fight" against Covid-19.

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Coronavirus: Care home staff struggling to get tests

Managers have told the BBC their workers are having to travel long distances for screening.

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Coronavirus: Dorset celebrant hosts handfastings online

A celebrant is hosting a virtual commitment ceremony for couples on their wedding days.

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Coronavirus: Minecraft virtual nightclub raises money for NHS

With the nation urged to stay at home, a night out in a virtual club proves a big draw for three friends.

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Back-garden runners set for 2.6 Challenge - share your story #bbcathletics

The London Marathon might be postponed but runners are still getting in the miles and raising money for charity - here are some of their inspiring stories.

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'Elite only' London Marathon 'one of 10 options' being considered for postponed race

This year's postponed London Marathon could be staged with elite athletes only, says race director Hugh Brasher.

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Coronavirus and sport: Meetings due to take place to discuss restart

Medical directors are due to meet in the coming week to discuss how sport could restart, even if only behind closed doors.

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Coronavirus test website slots unavailable within hour of site reopening

Millions of key workers and people they live with can apply for a coronavirus test online.

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Captain Tom tops the charts, breaking record

He's become the oldest artist to have a number one track, and is donating the proceeds to the NHS.

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Norwich defend furloughing staff with up to £35m loss expected

Norwich City will "stick to their guns" on a decision to furlough non-playing staff and expect to lose up to £35m.

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Coronavirus: Morning update as public urged to seek medical help

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Coronavirus: Doctors dismantle Trump's treatment comments

They warned that heeding his comments on using disinfectants or UV light could have fatal consequences.

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Coronavirus: Some states begin to reopen as US death toll passes 50,000

Georgia, Oklahoma and Alaska lift some restrictions despite warnings that it may be too soon.

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Coronavirus: Dominic Cummings attended meetings of key scientific group

Downing Street confirms the PM's chief adviser attended Sage meetings but denies he is a member.

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Coronavirus: Plea for public to get medical care when they need it

Sick children, or those with cancer or heart symptoms must not delay getting help, say doctors.

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Coronavirus: 'Homeless' struggle to social distance

People living in shared accommodation are concerned about how they stay safe.

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Eurovision Again: Why fans of the song contest get together every Saturday

Fans of the song contest are re-watching old competitions as "a distraction from all the bad stuff".

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Coronavirus: Dancer uses bin night to perform for neighbours

Albert has not been able to dance freely, but that changed the moment he embraced taking the rubbish out as an act of freedom - and a gift to his new neighbours.

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Week in pictures: 18-24 April 2020

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

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Lockdown: The teacher using pavements as blackboards

A mother of five spreads her knowledge of plants and trees by chalking names on local pavements.

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Coronavirus: Has Sweden got its science right?

The strategy devised by scientists was to keep large parts of society open but not everyone is convinced.

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Coronavirus: Are these seven targets being hit?

Ministers have set targets for testing, medical equipment and hospital beds. Have they delivered?

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Coronavirus: Should I worry about my lockdown eating?

Weeks of lockdown is putting a strain on some people's relationship with food.

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Coronavirus: Why going without physical touch is so hard

Touch is the first sense humans develop in the womb - is that why so many are finding lockdown difficult?

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The celebrities striking the right note by spreading comfort and joy

Not all stars have come off well, but some are providing positivity, humour and a human touch.

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Nova Scotia shooting: 'They had no idea the hell they were going to face'

Canada's deadliest shooting is pieced together by the people swept up in its path of terror.

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Coronavirus: The celebrity cash giveaway and other stories fact-checked

Unpicking the week's dubious claims including a fake cash giveaway and a Covid-19 "remedy".

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UK retail sales fall a record 5.1% as lockdown hits

Shopping declines at the steepest rate since the Office for National Statistics started collecting data.

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Uncertainty causing pregnant women distress

Women say the uncertainty surrounding maternity services during the coronavirus outbreak is "making a stressful situation harder".

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Coronavirus: Morning update as testing expanded to millions of workers

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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NFL draft 2020: Joe Burrow selected by Cincinnati Bengals with first pick

Joe Burrow says it is a "dream come true" after being selected first by the Cincinnati Bengals in the 2020 NFL draft.

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Coronavirus: Tokyo hospitals trying to stay ahead

Doctors say the spread of the virus is not being slowed enough to take the pressure off the hospital system.

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Tom Hanks writes to boy called Corona who said he was bullied

The Australian boy sent a letter to the Hollywood star when he heard Hanks had caught the virus.

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Coronavirus: Trump suggests injecting disinfectant as treatment

Doctors call the president's latest remarks about coronavirus treatment "dangerous" and "ridiculous".

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Coronavirus: Virus tests now available to millions of workers

But the government is still some way short of its target of 100,000 tests a day by the end of April.

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Coronavirus: Congress passes $484bn economic relief bill

The bill puts more money towards a small business aid fund, overwhelmed hospitals and testing expansion.

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Prickles the sheep found after seven years of Tasmania self-isolation

A sheep that went missing in the Tasmanian bush has been found seven years later.

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Quiz of the Week: On satellites and stars Together at Home

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

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The retail expert who took a job on the shop floor

When Bryan Roberts lost his job as a retail analyst, he took his first ever job working in a shop.

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Coronavirus: What is contact tracing and how does it work?

When lockdown ends, contact tracing could help limit the spread of coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: 'I can't wash my hands - my water was cut off'

In the midst of a public health crisis, families in Detroit have no water due to non-payment.

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My Money: 'The alcohol bill has increased, but he's earned it!'

As part of a BBC blog series, Claire Millington in the UK talks us through one week during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Ramadan: Fasting safely during coronavirus crisis

During Ramadan, many Muslim people abstain from eating and drinking between sunrise and sunset.

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Coronavirus: Wages, sick pay and time off explained

As many people receive a smaller pay cheque, we explain wages and sick pay during the coronavirus outbreak?

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With humans vulnerable: How about a digital helper?

Robots and digital assistants have proved useful during the Covid-19 pandemic but are still limited.

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10 songs supporting the world through lockdown

DJs around the world reveal the songs helping their listeners keep upbeat while stuck at home.

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Coronavirus: 'I faked having Covid-19 on Facebook and got arrested'

Across the world police are chasing down alleged symptom-fakers who are being accused of triggering panic.

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Coronavirus: Wales lockdown rules tightened over second homes

Tougher rules from Saturday will make it clear people cannot stay or exercise outside their area.

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Coronavirus: Lockdown's heavy toll on Italy's mental health

Italians are struggling to cope with Europe's strictest and longest-running lockdown.

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Coronavirus: How artists are depicting the lockdown

British sculptor Sir Antony Gormley is among the artists sharing work from home during the health crisis.

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Coronavirus: How to cut your own hair at home in lockdown

From fringe to fades to caring for afro hair - these tips will help you stay tidy in lockdown.

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Coronavirus: Boris Johnson was 'just another patient' - New Zealand nurse

Jenny McGee said treating intensive care patients involves getting them "through the night".

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Coronavirus: Morning update as study tracks immunity and infection

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Phil Neville: England women's boss to step down

Phil Neville is to step down as England women's manager next summer.

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Coronavirus: Australia urges G20 action on wildlife wet markets

It's thought the Coid-19 outbreak may have begun in a Chinese market that sold wildlife alongside food.

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Zoom meetings targeted by abuse footage sharers

A lecturer who spoke at one meeting says his computer was "overtaken" by "incredibly distressing" footage.

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Coronavirus: Should I start taking vitamin D?

Some people might want to consider it during the pandemic. Here's why.

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Coronavirus: Study to track infection and immunity levels

The findings will help to inform the government's strategy for easing the lockdown.

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Coronavirus: Trump signs order on immigration green card suspension

The president has justified pausing applications for permanent residence to protect American jobs.

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Coronavirus lockdown: Living with my parents under new house rules

Madeleine, 22, shows us what life is like for a college student who has moved back in with her parents.

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Coronavirus: Health claims debunked

Beware of false claims about 5G, inhaling steam, skin colour and vaccines.

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Sex, Disability, and Sex and Disability

Disability and sex is a topic around which there are a lot of misconceptions, but what do disabled people think when people get awkward talking about sex with them?

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Book recommendations from today's top selling authors

Five authors, including Margaret Atwood and Adam Kay, tell BBC arts editor Will Gompertz what their go-to books are for lockdown.

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Coronavirus: The parents in lockdown with violent children

When your own child is a danger to you, how do you endure the isolation of social distancing?

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Coronavirus: Can my boss make me return to work? And other questions

Does the UK have reusable protective equipment and other coronavirus questions answered by BBC experts.

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Developing world economies hit hard by coronavirus

The Covid-19 pandemic is badly damaging developing countries' economies in a number of ways.

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Coronavirus: Preparing for a Ramadan under lockdown

Key workers like Dr Kiran Rahim may be unable to fast this year due to the intensity of their work.

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Coronavirus: Stories of unemployment, fear and hope in the US

The unemployment figures are staggering - but there's a human story behind each of the numbers too.

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Rina Sawayama: Turning familial pain into pop gold

How one of the year's catchiest pop albums started out as a dissertation on intergenerational pain.

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Coronavirus: How will the developing world cope?

There is growing concern about the impact the virus will have on poorer countries.

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Heads say 1 June earliest realistic school opening

A practical timetable for reopening schools is likely to mean next half term, say head teachers.

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Coronavirus: Test data 'reassuring for frontline healthcare workers'

The number of positive tests was no different to that of staff in non-clinical roles, say researchers.

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Big Night In: Doctor Who stars past and present unite for BBC charity show

Doctors from the past 50 years will appear on the star-studded fundraising telethon later.

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Coronavirus: Facebook launches UK Covid-19 symptom survey

The social-media giant will ask users about their health in an effort to track the spread of Covid-19.

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Coronavirus: RAF plane lands in UK with PPE from Turkey

The delayed flight arrived with about half of the promised protective kit for NHS staff.

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Earth Day: Don't forget 'deeper emergency', says UN chief

Environmental crises must not be forgotten amid the pandemic, says the UN Secretary General.

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Coronavirus: 'First Ryanair agreed to a refund, then it didn't'

Consumer group Which? says many of the UK's biggest airlines and travel companies are breaking the law.

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MOTD Top 10: The Premier League's most bonkers moments

Gary Lineker, Alan Shearer and Ian Wright debate the Premier League's top 10 most bonkers moments and you can rank yours too.

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Coronavirus: Morning update

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Coronavirus: Speeding drivers flout limit during lockdown

One motorist is clocked at more than three times the limit, as thousands are caught speeding.

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Coronavirus: Government facing fresh questions over EU equipment scheme

The UK had ample chance to join an EU scheme to source medical equipment, sources tell the BBC.

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Will anyone ever find Shackleton's lost ship?

Last year's failed attempt to locate one of the world's great wrecks has lessons for future efforts.

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Coronavirus: Experts question UK self-isolation advice

Public health experts fear the current UK advice may not be enough to stop the spread of the disease.

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Coronavirus advice ignored by Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro

The president was seen coughing at a public rally, as criticisms against his response grow.

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Coronavirus: How a plus-size fashion retailer is adapting

Ojoma Idegwu, founder of plus-size fashion label Dear Curves, explains how she is adapting to coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Dressing up in isolation

Photographer Julia Keil finds inspiration in art as she turns the camera on herself while in isolation.

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Ex porn-star and activist explores men's rights issues

Philipp travels to a conference on men’s issues in Chicago, shedding light on the controversial movement.

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A coronavirus survivor's story: 'I touched death'

Elizabeth says she feels lucky to be alive after falling seriously ill with the virus.

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Coronavirus: The NHS staff living away from homes and families

In order to protect loved ones, some NHS staff are living away from home while they care for patients.

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Coronavirus: Meet the UK's DIY mask-makers

Thousands of people are producing cloth masks, despite UK authorities saying they are unnecessary.

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Coronavirus: Businesses adapting to life under lockdown

UK companies tell the BBC how they have changed in order to survive the coronavirus lockdown.

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India migrants ask: When can I go home?

Millions of desperate migrant workers are trapped far away from home with no jobs or money.

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Coronavirus: US green cards to be halted for 60 days, Trump says

The US president's immigration ban will not be applied to temporary workers entering the country.

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Tiny fraction of 'at risk' children attending schools

Fears grow that thousands of children in England face increased danger during the current lockdown.

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Coronavirus cure: When will we have a drug to treat it?

There no drugs proven to help doctors treat the disease, but work is under way around the world.

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Coronavirus: Supermarkets 'to face day of reckoning' on wages

Staff risking their health to serve the public should get more pay and respect, a union boss says.

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#GoalsAtHome: Can you recreate this amazing Didier Drogba goal?

For this week's #GoalsAtHome challenge, stay at home and recreate this stunner from Didier Drogba in Chelsea's 2012 FA Cup semi-final thrashing of Tottenham.

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Coronavirus: Morning update

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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UK employment rate at record high before lockdown

Unemployment stayed roughly the same and pay continued to outstrip inflation, official figures show.

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Coronavirus: Airports 'at risk' of closure as flights drop 90%

Most remaining services are for freight, supplies and repatriation of people from overseas.

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Coronavirus: Restaurant bosses call for rent holiday

More than two million jobs are at risk in the hospitality sector, the High Street eateries say.

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Coronavirus: Advice issued for spending Ramadan in lockdown

This year's Ramadan will be a very different experience, the Muslim Council of Britain says.

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Kim Jong-un illness rumours denied amid intense speculation

South Korea says reports that Kim Jong-un is gravely ill are not true, after intense speculation.

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Coronavirus: Children with autism allowed to play in Italian park

Italy has closed its parks during lockdown, but one is opening for children with autism.

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Coronavirus: Immigration to US to be suspended amid pandemic, says Trump

The US president says he will sign an executive order to suspend all immigration because of coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Masks for public 'could put NHS supplies at risk'

The hospitals bosses' warning comes ahead of a review into whether the public should be urged to wear masks.

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Coronavirus: How the funeral industry is coping with Covid-19

A south-east London funeral directors say their workload has doubled since the outbreak.

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Virgin Australia slumps into voluntary administration

Australia's second-largest carrier cut almost all flights last month amid virus travel bans.

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: The patient who married hours before dying

Dr John Wright relates two love stories from the Covid wards of Bradford Royal Infirmary.

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Coronavirus: Are hospital cleaners forgotten heroes in this crisis?

Hygiene has never seemed more important. Here's how a woman who cleans wards in Chicago is being affected.

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Coronavirus: Why are international comparisons difficult?

Should you be comparing Covid-19 statistics between countries?

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Afghanistan: The detention centre for teenage Taliban members

The Afghan detention centre houses some 300 boys under 18, of whom half are alleged to be militants.

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Coronavirus: Why hanging on to a ticket could save your favourite festival

Some independent festivals are worried refunding after virus cancellation could end their business.

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Coronavirus: Key workers are clapped and cheered, but what are they paid?

Every Thursday the country comes together to celebrate our key workers, but how well are they paid?

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Coronavirus: Somali diaspora sends home stories of woe

British-Somalis have been badly hit in both economic and human terms.

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Alcohol fuels rise in assaults on over 50s, study suggests

Drink-related violence may be behind a rise in A&E visits by older people, as total admissions fall.

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Coronavirus: New working arrangements for MPs as Commons returns

Questions by video link and strict social distancing will be among new features of parliamentary life.

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Plant disease: UK restricts olive tree imports to halt infection

Imports of lavender and rosemary will also be restricted from today to halt a deadly plant infection.

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Coronavirus dreams: Why are people having lockdown nightmares?

Some people are reporting more intense dreams while in lockdown due to coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Mortuaries to be expanded by 30,000 spaces

Ministers say the move is to ensure enough capacity for the most pessimistic outcome on the number of deaths.

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Coronavirus: Millions to claim as government job site goes live

The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme will cover 80% of workers' monthly wages up to £2,500.

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Coronavirus: Government unveils £1.3bn scheme to help start-ups

The new package will fund smaller loss-making firms focusing on research and development.

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Disney stops paying 100,000 workers during downturn

Entertainment giant Disney will stop paying nearly half its workforce as it battles virus shutdowns.

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US oil prices drop to 21-year low as demand dries up

Coronavirus downturn has put major pressure on oil prices with demand slumping and storage running out.

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Former paratrooper self-isolating on uninhabited Hildsay

Chris Lewis was midway through a charity challenge to walk the UK coastline when the lockdown began.

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Coronavirus: Protecting the 'one in a million' girl

Bex Price's family went into isolation early as coronavirus would almost certainly kill her.

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Prince Harry and Meghan tell tabloids: No more co-operation

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex accuse popular newspapers of publishing "salacious gossip" for clicks.

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Coronavirus: Hay-fever symptoms could mimic Covid-19, GPs warn

Doctors warn those allergic to pollen to consider if their reaction has changed from previous years.

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Coronavirus: Plasma treatment to be trialled

The hope is blood from coronavirus survivors could treat hospital patients ill with Covid-19.

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Australia coronavirus lockdown: Kangaroo hops through empty Adelaide streets

South Australia Police have spotted a kangaroo on the empty city streets during coronavirus lockdown.

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In pictures: Meeting the neighbours during isolation

Photographer Zoë Savitz meets her neighbours for the fist time, as they stay at home during the coronavirus crisis.

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Hay fever or coronavirus: The symptoms compared

The Royal College of General Practitioners is warning people not to mix up the symptoms.

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Gold mining in Ghana: Going underground with a child miner

Thousands of illegal gold mines tempt children into potentially lucrative but very dangerous work.

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Fruit labourers: 'If you don't want to work like a slave, you're out'

The BBC investigates allegations of exploitation in Spain's fruit and vegetable growing region Almeria.

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Coronavirus: 'I'm the nurse who switches off the ventilator'

Medical teams face tough decisions about when to turn off breathing machines for Covid-19 patients. One nurse tells her story.

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Coronavirus: How do I home-school my children?

Many parents are now responsible for their children's education, but as social media evidence suggests, it's not easy.

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Coronavirus: Six ways the lockdown has changed the UK

After three weeks of the restrictions, many aspects of everyday life have been transformed.

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How Typhoid Mary left a trail of scandal and death

The chilling story of an Irish immigrant cook who brought typhoid to well-to-do families in New York.

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Coronavirus: How to get to sleep during lockdown

If you've been counting sheep since lockdown started, these tips might help.

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'Coronavirus is the biggest low in my career'

How designer Roksanda Ilincic is adapting her business during the coronavirus lockdown.

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Coronavirus: 'There is help out there if you ask for it'

Charities are giving vital financial help to families who never expected to be on the breadline.

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Coronavirus: US faced with protests amid pressure to reopen

Residents demand relaxation of infection prevention measures despite signs it is too soon to reopen.

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Coronavirus: Morning update as care home deaths remain in focus

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Coronavirus: The Archers BBC R4 soap to broadcast archives

"Important moments" from the past two decades will be broadcast over the course of three weeks.

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Coronavirus: UK launches first Bangladesh rescue flights

The Foreign Office says up to 850 Britons in the South Asian country will have the chance to get home.

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Coronavirus: Front-line NHS staff deserve extra £29 a day, Lib Dems say

The Lib Dems says workers should be financially rewarded in the same way as military staff on deployment.

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Coronavirus lockdown: Laptops offered for online school lessons at home

Pupils studying at home will have online lessons and disadvantaged teenagers can borrow computers.

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Together At Home concert: 9 things we spotted

From the most heartfelt performances to the messiest bedrooms, these are the moments that stood out.

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Coronavirus: Care home deaths in a week 'double previous month'

Covid-19 related deaths in residential care could be far higher than official figures, a report warns.

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Coronavirus: Spanish PM promises to ease confinement of children

From 27 April children will be able to get some fresh air for the first time since the lockdown began.

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Coronavirus: Orthodox Easter weekend marked under lockdown

The Holy Fire ceremony goes ahead in Jerusalem as most worshippers worldwide are told to stay at home.

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Coronavirus: Capt Tom guest of honour at Harrogate hospital opening

The 99-year-old will join the opening of a Nightingale hospital in Yorkshire via video link.

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Coronavirus: Stables owner's fight to survive lockdown

The owner of an Edinburgh horse riding business says the lockdown is having a "horrendous" impact.

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Lancashire Police officer threatened 'to make something up'

The clip shows an officer warning the man: "Who are they going to believe, me or you?"

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The internet has fun with the BBC News theme tune

Piano, dance, drums... people are sharing videos of their takes on the familiar music.

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Coronavirus: ‘Buying a round’ to thank NHS workers

Social enterprise Brewgooder is helping people buy beers for those on the coronavirus front line.

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Coronavirus: The view from my window

Jemima Yong's pictures record the comings and goings on a patch of land outside her London home.

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The Papers: 'No 10 ignored warning' and 'PM takes back control'

Sunday's papers suggest Downing Street is beginning to plot the UK's exit from coronavirus lockdown.

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Coronavirus: UK's first 'TikTok house' opens during outbreak

Some of the UK's biggest social media stars are living in a house together during the lockdown.

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Doctor's diary: 'Fake news makes patients fear medical staff'

Conspiracy theories have been spreading among some parts of the BAME community, says Dr John Wright.

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Coronavirus: Advice columnists give tips on dating, work and parents

"Don't flirt with the cute girl at the checkout line" - and other advice for Covid-19 times.

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Coronavirus: Talking to yourself in lockdown? You're not alone

Now that they're self-isolating, some people have started talking to themselves. Should they be worried?

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Hudeidi: The Somali 'king of oud' who was felled by coronavirus

Somali musician Ahmed Ismail Hussein Hudeidi died in London from coronavirus at the age of 91.

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Coronavirus: Madrid’s medical heroes in the fight of their lives

Medics at one of the capital's busiest hospitals tell of services on the brink and becoming infected.

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We'll all die if coronavirus comes here, say worried Haitians

Haiti has barely 60 ventilators for 11 million people, and a limited number of doctors who can operate them.

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Coronavirus: Early prison release scheme suspended after errors

An administrative failure sees six low-risk inmates released by mistake, prompting a review.

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Euromillions: UK ticket-holder scoops £58m jackpot

The win catapults the ticket-holder's wealth to equal singer Harry Styles and footballer Sergio Aguero.

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Coronavirus: How long does it take to recover?

Recovery from Covid-19 can be a lengthy process, depending on how seriously people get the virus.

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Green’s retail empire could close over 100 stores

The owner of Topshop and Miss Selfridge is serving notice on landlords to walk away from more than 100 stores

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Coronavirus: Isles of Scilly seasonal workers stranded

Workers have travelled to the Isles of Scilly and been left with no income as tourism comes to a halt.

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Coronavirus: East Midlands lockdown captured by drone

City centres are eerily quiet, once gridlocked roads now clear and building sites dormant.

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Longest period with no mountain rescue in 19 years

Scottish Mountain Rescue says people are heeding warnings not to venture into the hills.

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Coronavirus: How health care staff put on PPE

Staff at Addenbrooke's Hospital show how much protective clothing is needed to work in intensive care.

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Captain Tom Moore: How will coronavirus fundraising be spent?

Captain Tom Moore has raised millions for NHS charities - what will happen to the money?

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Week in pictures: 11-17 April 2020

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

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Cornish dad bakes pasty the size of his newborn son

Tim Fuge, from Cornwall, says it was a struggle to find a baking tray for the 4,000-calorie pasty.

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National Youth Orchestra's Ode to Joy across Great Britain

The orchestra's 164 musicians joined together to perform the classic piece in a show of solidarity.

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Apollo 13: The silence in the blackout from those who were there

Fifty years on, hear the story from those who lived through the blackout at mission control.

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BBC correspondents and contributors read poetry from the personal to the universal

Listen to some BBC correspondents and guests sharing the poems that have helped them through difficult moments.

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Coronavirus and alcohol: One in three drink less but one in five drink more - survey

As research suggests one in three is drinking less, a look at changing alcohol habits.

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Coronavirus: BCG rumours and other stories fact-checked

Fact-checking the week's most popular dodgy claims, including BCG jabs and Iran's highly dubious testing device.

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Extreme piercing: A festival of self-inflicted pain

Since time immemorial, a village in West Bengal has paid tribute to Shiva by self-inflicting pain. This year coronavirus put a stop to it.

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Coronavirus: Is pandemic being used for power grab in Europe?

Some of Europe's leaders stand accused of taking advantage of a health crisis.

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Ethiopia and Eritrea: A wedding, birth and baptism at the border

The recent peace between once bitter enemies Ethiopia and Eritrea has transformed lives there.

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Coronavirus: AI steps up in battle against Covid-19

How machine learning is crunching data to search for drugs that could alleviate or cure Covid-19.

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Coronavirus: Germany says its outbreak is 'under control'

The number of new infections has fallen significantly in Germany, where testing is at a high level.

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Nasa to launch first manned mission from US in decade

The mission will take place on 27 May using a rocket and spacecraft made by private firm SpaceX.

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The Papers: '7,500 care home deaths' and British vaccine hopes

Saturday's papers report a UK "breakthrough" in the search for a coronavirus vaccine.

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Coronavirus: Aneurin Bevan's birthplace Tredegar claps for NHS

Residents living in the street where Aneurin Bevan grew up, clap for the NHS and keyworkers.

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Coronavirus: Royal couple say lockdown 'stressful' on mental health

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge say it's important people know where they can find support.

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Coronavirus fundraiser Margaret Payne, 90, 'climbing Suilven' on stairs for NHS

Inspired by Captain Tom Moore, Margaret Payne will make 282 trips upstairs at her Sutherland home.

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Coronavirus: Fly-tipping rise prompts plea to reopen tips

Some local authorities say they have seen a "sharp rise" in illegal dumping.

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Coronavirus: Care home workers move into campervans

Thirteen carers are staying at the care home where they work to reduce the risk to residents.

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Coronavirus: Families wait to meet babies born during pandemic

Getting the extended family together for new arrivals is proving tricky because of social distancing.

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Captain Tom Moore: How the war veteran captured our hearts

The war veteran set out to raise £1,000 only to pass the £15m mark has inspired legions of fans.

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Coronavirus hospitals: Leading a team of 500 during a pandemic

Dr Ali Sanders talks of the challenges she and her team of more than 500 hospital staff face.

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Quiz of the week: What did 'Captain Tom' set out to do?

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

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Coronavirus: A run through the 'warzone' of New York

A BBC reporter jogs around Central Park, encountering grim sights and pandemic-weary New Yorkers.

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Giant pumpkin rivalry brings growers together in Australia

Australia's giant pumpkin growers are spurred on by friendly rivalry and community bonds.

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Coronavirus: The untold story of America's biggest outbreak

Infections spread like wildfire through a pork factory in South Dakota. Here's how it happened.

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How UK's biggest radio show now comes from home

The public are turning to radio for companionship and escapism amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: 'My housemate refuses to social distance'

The UK's in lockdown, but some people aren't following the rules - and their housemates are worried.

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The scientists who made a 'home-brew' coronavirus test

Testing for coronavirus requires complicated mixtures of chemicals that can only be supplied by specific companies.

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Coronavirus: Astronaut Helen Sharman shares isolation coping strategies

The UK's first person in space has past experience of restricted movement and time away from family.

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Africans in China: We face coronavirus discrimination

The Guangzhou authorities deny their actions have been racist, but admit that all African nationals have been tested.

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Coronavirus: Iran and the US trade blame over sanctions

Iran has blamed US sanctions for impeding its fight against Covid-19 - but the US says that's not true.

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Climate change: US megadrought 'already under way'

A drought as bad as any in recorded history may be under way in the US.

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Coronavirus: Why shoppers are afraid to put things back on the shelf

Shoppers are facing new dilemmas as they try to follow the correct etiquette to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

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NHS boss: 'I’ve hardly any gowns, can I call Burberry?'

The NHS Trust director warns that he only has enough protective gowns for another 24 hours.

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Keir Starmer: I hated selling myself to party members

The new Labour leader tells the BBC he is "much more comfortable" taking leadership decisions.

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The Papers: 'Three more weeks... what then?'

Friday's papers ponder the extension of lockdown conditions - and what might happen next.

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Arsenal's Robin van Persie scores twice and is elbowed against Blackburn in FA Cup

Robin van Persie suffers an elbow to the face after scoring a late double to seal Arsenal’s place in the 2005 FA Cup final.

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Vote for which classic match you watch on Football Focus

Vote for which classic Premier League match you want to watch on Football Focus

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'Acting, singing, magic… TikTok is my new obsession!’

In the fourth part of BBC Sport's 'In isolation with...' series, tennis player Heather Watson discusses her TikTok obsession.

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Coronavirus: Morning update

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Mass participation events launch 2.6 Challenge to help charities

Organisers of the UK's major mass-participation events - including the London Marathon - launch a campaign to help charities plug an expected £4bn shortfall.

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Local pharmacies face cash crisis

Independent pharmacies warn they may have to shut up shop.

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Coronavirus: Three-week lockdown extension set to be approved

Labour says it will support an extension but calls for details on how and when the lockdown will end.

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North Korean defector becomes first to win South Korea parliamentary seat

Thae Yong-ho, the highest ranking official to ever defect from North Korea, made history with his win.

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South Korea election: Ruling party wins amid coronavirus outbreak

President Moon Jae-in's party won a decisive victory in an election held under tight virus controls.

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Coronavirus: Brits in India slam UK government's 'shambolic' repatriation

Thousands are returning but some said the British response was "incompetent" and "uncaring".

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Coronavirus: Fears of spike in poaching as pandemic poverty strikes

Conservation groups say poaching is on the rise as tourism income dries up at wildlife reserves.

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Coronavirus: 'Profound' mental health impact prompts calls for urgent research

Concerns over increased anxiety and isolation are already affecting the public, two surveys suggest.

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Coronavirus: Hospital to trial 'glimmer of hope' blood treatment

Blood will be extracted from people who have recovered from Covid-19 and the plasma given to patients.

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Coronavirus: Major UK takeaway chains start to reopen

Burger King, KFC and Pret A Manger announce limited openings after shutting at the lockdown's start.

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Coronavirus: How California kept ahead of the curve

The Golden State has only had a fraction of the coronavirus deaths experts expected - why?

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Coronavirus: The businesses crowdfunding to survive

UK companies are turning to their local communities to help them survive the coronavirus lockdown.

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Seafarers in limbo as coronavirus hits shipping

The shipping industry is already feeling the impact of Covid-19 as the world heads for recession.

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Declan McKenna goes 'hyper-surreal'

After being pigeon-holed as a protest singer, he's made a sci-fi concept album inspired by Bowie.

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Coronavirus: Trump says peak is passed and US to reopen soon

"We'll be the comeback kids," the president says, predicting some states will reopen this month.

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Coronavirus: Should I wear a mask to stop the virus?

The BBC's Laura Foster looks at the science about when and where we should wear face masks.

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Coronavirus: False claims by politicians debunked

Reality Check exposes some false coronavirus claims made by leading politicians.

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Coronavirus: Rwandan radio stars spread hygiene message

Young people from Rwanda are producing radio plays to educate people about the importance of hand-washing.

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Coronavirus: 'I'm scared my dreams of becoming a mother are gone'

With fertility clinics stopping treatment because of coronavirus, women wanting to conceive fear their hopes are being dashed.

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Coronavirus lockdown: How can we lift restrictions?

What is the path to normality as coronavirus leaves countries in lockdown?

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Coronavirus: Morning update

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Coronavirus: More tests promised for care homes

The health secretary pledges tests for all staff and residents with coronavirus symptoms.

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Coronavirus: ‘Last resort’ plans revealed for PPE reuse by health workers

Plans seen by the BBC say protective gowns and masks could be re-used if supplies run low.

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'Shamed' despite sticking to social distancing rules

Even those abiding by the lockdown regulations can find themselves the target for shaming.

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Coronavirus: Thousands of shielding letters go to wrong addresses

Some 13,000 letters for people most vulnerable to coronavirus went to old addresses by mistake.

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Coronavirus: Southampton team sanitises city centre

Jake Anthony is using his cleaning company to sanitise public spaces in Southampton to help beat coronavirus.

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Do celebrities still matter in a crisis?

The role of celebrities in this crisis - how much do we listen to them?

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Epic Games delays the release of Fortnite's new season

The gaming industry has experienced delays because of restrictions on developers working from home.

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Coronavirus: Scammers use 'hook' of pandemic to target victims

Fraudsters are targeting vulnerable and self-isolating people, the National Crime Agency warns.

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Burger King ads for 'plant-based' Whopper banned

Ads suggested the burger, which is cooked alongside meat, is suitable for vegans, the watchdog says.

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“My firm is viable – but I can’t get a loan”

Businesses say coronavirus loans are being approved too slowly to help firms hit by lockdown measures.

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Coronavirus: South Korea holds elections in masks and clinics

With coronavirus seemingly under control, South Korea is holding an election unlike any other.

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The Papers: 'Grim' economic forecast shows 'dark days ahead'

A watchdog's bleak warning of the potential effect of coronavirus dominates Wednesday's papers.

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Coronavirus: Isolation portraits over the internet

Photographer Fran Monks's portraits of those in isolation due to the coronavirus.

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Italy’s coronavirus lockdown puts restaurants out of business

As the lockdown in Italy enters its sixth week, some restaurants and bars are already going out of business.

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Life on Estonia's 'corona island'

The island of Saaremaa is under strict quarantine with officials estimating that half the population have contracted Covid-19.

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Coronavirus: What do all the terms mean?

Use our tool to check the meaning of key words and phrases associated with the Covid-19 outbreak

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Notre Dame fire: Fragile old lady of Paris waits for rescue

A year after fire devastated Notre Dame, construction has stopped and the cathedral is quiet.

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'Belsen showed me how low mankind can sink'

What Ian Forsyth saw at the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in WW2 has haunted him for the past 75 years.

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Cyclone Harold and coronavirus: Pacific Islands face battle on two fronts

Aid agencies warn social distancing is impossible in the wake of natural disaster like Cyclone Harold.

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Coronavirus: Are the bodies of victims undermining Iran's official figures?

Could the number of coronavirus victims be worse than Iran makes out?

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Coronavirus: ‘My business could go bust if insurers don’t pay’

Insurer Hiscox has refused to pay out on claims relating to coronavirus, some small businesses have said.

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Coronavirus: Police stop family on 500-mile Lake District trip

The family from Greater London claimed it was acceptable if they wore masks and gloves, police say.

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'Clubs at every level are at risk' - the financial nightmare facing football

With English football suspended indefinitely, BBC Sport's Simon Stone takes a closer look at the financial implications on the game.

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BBC Sport's five things to do today

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

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Tour de France set to be postponed amid coronavirus pandemic

The Tour de France looks set to be postponed following the French government's decision to extend a ban on mass gatherings until mid-July.

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Coronavirus: Morning update

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Coronavirus: Scientists to review impact of lockdown measures

The group's evaluations will be passed to ministers - but restrictions are not expected to be lifted.

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MPs summon China-owned firm execs over security concerns

MPs to summon British based, Chinese-owned firm executives over plans to transfer sensitive technology.

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Coronavirus: Austria reopens some shops as lockdown eased

Garden centres and small shops will open as part of a step-by-step plan to restart the economy.

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Gyms face legal action over rent

The gym industry is calling on the government to prevent landlords from evicting businesses.

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Coronavirus: TV costume makers create scrubs for NHS staff

Specialist kit for NHS staff is being made by the teams from shows like His Dark Materials.

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Doctor's diary: Getting messages of hope to the sick

Relatives may be distraught that they cannot visit a loved one, but efforts are made to keep them in touch.

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Coronavirus: 'Without these deliveries my children would starve'

About 1.5m homes in England are at least a half hour round trip from a food store, figures show

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Coronavirus: Six ways the lockdown has changed the UK

After three weeks of the restrictions, many aspects of everyday life have been transformed.

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New coronavirus helpline set up for vulnerable Scots

A new phone line is set up to provide help and advice for Scots who lack a support network at home.

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Coronavirus: The school 'hubs' open daily over the Easter holidays

Some schools are providing childcare to help key workers over what should be the Easter break.

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Police target online sexual predators with new campaign

Officers fear lockdown has brought a "heightened risk" of child sexual exploitation over the internet.

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Coronavirus: Health workers around the world on fears and fighting virus

Medics from countries around the world on their fears and the challenges of fighting Covid-19.

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Pets in Middle East abandoned over coronavirus fears

Pets in the Middle East are being left abandoned as their owners fear they could spread coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: How to cope with living alone in self-isolation

For those living alone, quarantine means being more cut off than ever. There are simple ways to manage.

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Coronavirus: 'I lost my mum on Mother's Day'

Egyptian Aya says she would have crumbled were it not for the support of strangers on WhatsApp.

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Greek artists fight race violence with a digital map

Artists and activists in Greece are bringing racist violence out of the shadows - by illustrating it.

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The audacious plan that could save a species

With only two northern white rhinos left in the world - both female - extinction seems a certainty.

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India coronavirus: World's largest postal service turns lifesaver

India Post steps in to transport vital medical supplies during the coronavirus lockdown.

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Coronavirus: New Zealand nurse who treated Boris Johnson says it was 'surreal'

Jenny McGee, a New Zealand nurse, is among those praised by Boris Johnson for helping save his life.

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Coronavirus: Spain begins to ease lockdown to revive economy

Manufacturing and construction workers can return to work, but other people must remain at home.

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Coronavirus: Morning update as UK faces fourth week of lockdown

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Coronavirus: Parents are 'proud' of daughter who nursed PM

Mike and Caroline McGee are the parents of one of the nursing team who cared for Boris Johnson.

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Coronavirus: What's happening to the beer left in pubs?

Millions of pints of ale and lager could be lost if pub closures last into the summer.

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Coronavirus: 'I lost my job, now we're on the bare minimum'

Many workers did not qualify for emergency government support and find themselves struggling.

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Harry Kane: Tottenham will not sell striker to domestic rival this summer

Tottenham do not intend to let England striker Harry Kane leave the club this summer and will not sell to a domestic rival.

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FA Cup: Vote for which past FA Cup semi-final is shown again on BBC

BBC Sport has picked out some of the best FA Cup semi-finals of the last five years so now it's up to you to select your favourite and we will show the winner again in full.

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FA Cup: Chesterfield 3-3 Middlesbrough - when Spireites almost made history

Chesterfield almost became the first third tier side to reach the FA Cup, three players from that side tell BBC Sport their stories from the incredible run.

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Coronavirus: How the UK marked Easter weekend amid lockdown

From 'bear hunts' to virtual church services, social distancing meant Easter looked very different this year.

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Coronavirus: UK enters fourth week of lockdown ahead of review

Under coronavirus emergency legislation, ministers will take stock of social distancing rules this week.

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Coronavirus: Six people shot at California house party during lockdown

The "large" party was being held in an apartment complex despite a statewide order "stay at home".

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Deadly tornadoes batter southern US states

Officials say people should not let coronavirus lockdowns stop them seeking shelter from the storms.

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Coronavirus: Call for testing of firefighters as 3,000 isolate

The Fire Brigades Union says England is the only UK nation not to commit to testing its members.

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Coronavirus: Italian tenor Bocelli sings at Milan's empty cathedral

Italian tenor Bocelli sings at an empty cathedral with a message of hope to those in lockdown.

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Coronavirus: Japan rushes to house thousands of homeless people

The cafes are a common destination for homeless people but coronavirus has forced many to shut.

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Coronavirus: Ecuador struggles to bury its victims

Families in Ecuador's biggest city are frustrated by the struggle to bury their loved ones.

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Coronavirus: 'Dear Class of 2020' video shares graduating seniors' messages

One student's initiative is letting high school seniors open up about their final year being cut short.

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Coronavirus: Winchester medical student graduates early

Junior doctor Molly Dineen has graduated early to help NHS workers in the fight against coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: What's the latest with Brexit and other big stories?

From Brexit to Syria, what else is happening as the global pandemic dominates the agenda?

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Coronavirus: What Boris Johnson's Greek hero teaches us about epidemics

As Boris Johnson recovers from Covid-19, he will be reflecting on the plague that hit Athens in 430 BC, writes Armand D'Angour.

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Coronavirus: The grandad who became a TikTok star without realising it

Joe Allington was persuaded to dance on TikTok for the first time in January. Now he's got 1.5 million followers.

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Coronavirus hacks: How to build better relationships remotely

Tips to make more meaningful connections by phone or Zoom while you're stuck in self-isolation.

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Coronavirus: UK Parliament to return virtually on 21 April

"Technological solutions" are being prepared for consideration next week.

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Coronavirus: I play computer games for hours each day

From junk food makers to online gaming and porn sites, the coronoavirus crisis has given some firms a boost.

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Coronavirus: Morning update as UK deaths set to pass 10,000

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Liverpool legend Dalglish released from hospital

Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish is released from hospital after testing positive for coronavirus.

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England's visually impaired team face up to missing out on Ashes

England’s visually impaired cricket team are concentrating on the T20 World Cup after the Ashes are cancelled.

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Coronavirus: Archbishop of Canterbury praises 'heroism' of key workers in Easter sermon

With the UK in lockdown, the Archbishop of Canterbury will deliver a virtual service from his kitchen.

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Coronavirus: What's it like being a teenager during lockdown?

As the UK continues its coronavirus measures, three teens share their experiences of life in lockdown.

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Bill Gates: Few countries will get 'A-grade' for coronavirus response

The Microsoft billionaire says we find ourselves in uncharted territory with the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: PM thanks NHS staff as UK deaths set to pass 10,000

Boris Johnson says he owes his life to the staff treating him for coronavirus in hospital.

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Coronavirus: Pope Francis urges people not to 'yield to fear'

He delivers an Easter service in an almost empty St Peter's Basilica because of the coronavirus lockdown.

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Coronavirus: Front-line NHS staff 'at risk of PTSD'

There's a risk of a "future mental health crisis", the British Psychological Society says.

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Coronavirus: UK gives £200m in aid to developing nations

The government says helping poorer countries would help stop a "second wave" of infections in the UK.

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Sheikh Mujibur Rahman: Army officer hanged for murder of Bangladesh's founding president

Abdul Majed spent 25 years on the run after he was found guilty of murdering Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'insects'

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

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Care leavers say they're struggling during lockdown

Care leavers living under coronavirus restrictions say they're struggling with no family support.

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Truckers: We're being treated like second class citizens

Truckers are key workers but believe they’re being treated like second class citizens.⁣

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Ex-Disney animator brings Antarctic story to life

After working on Frozen and Big Hero 6, Sarah Airriess left Hollywood to create a graphic about early Antarctic explorers

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Coronavirus in New York: 24 hours on the frontline

Two doctors. Two nursing home staff. An undertaker. One day on the frontline of the coronavirus fight.

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Easter in lockdown: Feasting in the time of coronavirus

Four families across Europe explain how they are taking comfort in the food associated with Easter.

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Coronavirus: Why Denmark taking steps to open up again

Danish schools will reopen soon, but curbs will only be lifted gradually.

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How live theatre is still running despite lockdown

The small ventures finding inventive ways to make sure the show goes on.

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Why does President Trump want to mine on the Moon?

The US president signed an order this week stating Americans had rights to use resources in space.

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Bollywood: Coronavirus brings India's mega movie industry to standstill

India's Hindi film industry sees abandoned film sets, closed cinemas and movie stars with empty diaries

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Coronavirus: Rainbow trail success surprises Ipswich mum

Crystal Stanley says the rainbows represent "positivity, hope and togetherness" during the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: 12 ways our life tasks big and small have changed

From registering a birth to visits from the bailiff - here are 12 questions you may still be asking.

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Formula 1: The hardest car liveries quiz ever

We all have a favourite F1 car livery - but can you name the team and the year of the classic colourscheme?

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Hull City: Angus MacDonald on his cancer, recovery & return to football

After being diagnosed with bowel cancer seven months ago, Hull City defender Angus MacDonald discusses his diagnosis, recovery and return to playing.

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Ben Earl: Saracens & England forward on must-read books for lockdown

England and Saracens forward Ben Earl, who has a degree in comparative literature, lists five must-read books for lockdown.

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Football Focus' #GoalsAtHome: Your best Thierry Henry wonder goal recreations

Football Focus asked you to recreate Thierry Henry's stunning goal for Arsenal against Manchester United in 2000 - Match of the Day's Steve Wilson runs the rule over your best efforts.

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Coronavirus: Morning update as UK daily death toll surpasses Italy and Spain's worst days

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.

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Ashes: Relive Ben Stokes' epic Ashes Test at Headingley

Follow live text and Test Match Special commentary of the final day of the iconic 2019 Ashes Test at Headingley on Saturday.

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Coronavirus: Doctors' lives at risk over PPE shortages, says BMA

The British Medical Association says doctors are treating Covid-19 patients without proper protection.

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Coronavirus lockdown: How can we lift restrictions?

What is the path to normality as coronavirus leaves countries in lockdown?

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Coronavirus: Virus deepens struggle for migrants

Migrants in Calais and the UK say the Covid-19 pandemic is deepening the struggles they face.

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Coronavirus: Holby City donates ventilators to London Nightingale hospital

The BBC medical drama donated the ventilators to help "the courageous and selfless real-life medics".

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Coronavirus: World celebrates Easter despite lockdown

Across the globe, people are finding innovative ways to celebrate the Christian festival.

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Russia prison: Jail ablaze in Angarsk Siberia after inmates riot

Russian prison officials say a guard was attacked but rights groups say inmates were being mistreated.

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Coronavirus: what we can learn from the war generation

What can younger people learn from the generations that lived through World War Two?

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Coronavirus: 'My parents' campervan has become my office'

A marketing manager explains why she turned a campervan into her office during coronavirus.

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Rare Ravi Shankar footage released to mark centenary

Archive images show the celebrated Indian musician alongside the Queen and George Harrison.

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Week in pictures: 4-10 April 2020

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

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Coronavirus: What can the UK learn from Germany on testing?

The UK's chief medical adviser says there's "a lot to learn" from Germany, so what has it been doing?

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Coronavirus: Bogus Jeff Bezos message and other misleading stories unpicked

Fact-checking the week's most popular dubious stories including a billionaire's fake quote and 5G myths.

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Coronavirus: Can I make a cake for a friend? And other questions

Are casual hook-ups allowed, how at-risk are asthmatic teens, and other questions answered.

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Coronavirus: Why some US churches are still open this Easter

The battle rages on over the right to gather in houses of worship as most Americans remain confined.

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Final Fantasy 7 Remake: 'This is not just for the players of the original'

The original 1997 game sold more than 12 million copies and a 2020 remake has just been released.

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Coronavirus: Good Friday update as Boris Johnson's father warns he needs to 'rest up'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak today.

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Mikel Arteta: Arsenal manager 'completely recovered' from coronavirus

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta tells Football Focus presenter Dan Walker that he has "completely recovered" after contracting coronavirus last month.

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Coronavirus tests and masks sold by fraudsters online

A BBC investigation has found online scams selling fake protective equipment and coronavirus tests.

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Coronavirus: New York has more cases than any country

Photos emerge of workers in hazmat outfits stacking coffins in a mass grave in New York City.

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Coronavirus: Great apes on lockdown over threat of disease

Fears are growing that gorillas, orangutans and others apes could contract the virus.

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Coronavirus: We can't have a normal Easter, Britons told

Ministers urge people to keep up coronavirus distancing as the PM begins his recovery in hospital.

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Oil producers agree to cut production by a fifth

The group will cut production by 10 million barrels a day from May to combat a fall in demand.

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Coronavirus: Love and dating in lockdown

How dating and love continue for three couples during the coronavirus lockdown.

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Coronavirus: Seven people stuck in a lift. Then one coughs...

A new film explores race and fear in the age of the coronavirus. The BBC's Tom Brook interviewed the director.

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How to celebrate some of the most important religious celebrations of the year - virtually

How to celebrate some of the most important religious celebrations of the year digitally and safely.

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Quiz of the week: On the loss of a Bond girl, and more

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

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The Beatles: Quarrymen photo emerges on Fab Four split anniversary

The previously unpublished photo of The Quarrymen was captured in a Liverpool home in 1959.

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Coronavirus: The people fighting fakes from their sofas

Bad information is spreading online. But a band of volunteers up and down the country are trying to stamp it out.

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Coronavirus: Who’s in charge if the PM is ill?

Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab is deputising "where necessary" for Boris Johnson, who remains in hospital with coronavirus. But what does that mean in reality?

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: 'The most urgent research race in living memory'

Dr John Wright says "we are running for our lives" as we search to find a treatment for Covid-19.

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Cadet Rated Legend album: Krept on his cousin's life and legacy

Krept reflects on Cadet's life and legacy more than a year since his death, as his debut album is released.

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Laura Marling: 'I was in danger of being bored of myself'

The songwriter on why her music had to change; and the family revelation that sparked a new song.

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