Cumbria coal mine plan 'damaging PM's reputation'

Foreign ambassadors say Boris Johnson's tacit support for the mine prompts accusations of hypocrisy.

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Lockdown: Wedding venues in Wales can reopen for ceremonies

Weddings or civil partnerships in Wales can take place from Monday but receptions are still banned.

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In pictures: Golden Globes stars shine without red carpet

Images from the 78th annual Golden Globe Awards ceremony split between Los Angeles and New York.

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Covid-19: Officials hunt Brazil virus variant case in England

One of the six cases detected remains unidentified as health officials ask people to come forward.

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Prince Harry speaks about Diana in Oprah Winfrey interview clip

The duke talks about his mother's departure from the Royal Family in excerpts of an upcoming TV special.

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New non-fatal strangulation law to target domestic abusers

Perpetrators will face up to five years in jail under a new law planned by the government.

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Budget 2021: 'Now is not the time for tax rises', say MPs

The Treasury Committee says "now is not the time" for rises, but they may be needed in the future.

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Study shows one-in-three children have rarely been leaving the house

Only a third of children in Bradford had sufficient exercise during the first lockdown, a study shows.

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Covid: How many people get self-isolation payments?

Figures for England and Wales suggest two-thirds of people who ask for self-isolation payments get rejected.

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Waste food: What do you do with 86 tonnes of celeriac?

With hospitality closed during lockdown, charities and apps are stepping in to help cut food waste.

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Sir Kazuo Ishiguro warns of young authors self-censoring out of 'fear'

Writers may be self-censoring because they don't want to be "cancelled", author Kazuo Ishiguro says.

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Why this teen set up a prize-winning fake cosmetics shop

Polish teenager Krystyna Paszko's idea won an EU prize - she tells the BBC the story behind it.

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The midwives braving armed gangs in Colombia

A group of Afro-Colombian women use their skills to help women give birth in areas run by gangs.

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Golden Globe Awards 2021: Virtual ceremony gets under way

Tina Fey and Amy Poehler are hosting the year's first major film and TV awards ceremony.

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Yemen: The nine-year-old war-zone school teacher

Ahmed, blind since birth, stands in for teachers who don't make it in to their ruined school in Yemen.

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Coronavirus: False vaccine claims debunked

Misleading claims about coronavirus vaccines have been spreading online.

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Kooking with a Koori: How a Sydney father's simple meals have won hearts

Aboriginal man Nathan Lyons has found unexpected fame with videos inspired by "doing it tough".

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Tips for first-time runners in lockdown

Radio 1 Newsbeat finds out what you should and shouldn't be doing as a first-time runner.

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Coronavirus and homelessness: 'I was living in the back of a transit van’

Alex has been homeless on and off for 10 years, and lost his job as lorry driver when the pandemic hit.

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The Papers: 'Race to stop Brazil variant' and jabs pass 20m

Many papers report the Brazil variant being found in the UK as officials "hunt" an unidentified case.

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Coronation Street star Johnny Briggs dies aged 85

The actor, who played Mike Baldwin in the soap, died after a long illness, his family said.

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Hong Kong charges 47 activists in largest use yet of new security law

The pro-democracy figures are accused of "subversion" under the controversial security legislation.

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Myanmar coup: Casualties rise as police step up crackdown

Police fire live rounds, tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse anti-coup rallies in several cities.

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Covid-19: Plan to 'get tills ringing again' and tests for pupils' families

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday.

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Exeter WW2 bomb is detonated after homes evacuated

A controlled detonation has been carried out on an unexploded World War Two bomb found in Exeter.

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Covid: Poldark's Richard Harrington took Deliveroo job in lockdown

Richard Harrington was "thankful to go on my bike every day" as work stopped during the pandemic.

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New York Governor Cuomo faces fresh claims of sexual harassment

New York's governor denies wrongdoing and orders an external inquiry after claims by a second ex-aide.

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Budget 2021: £5bn fund for High Street to recover from Covid

It comes as the chancellor warns of "enormous strains" on the public purse ahead of next week's Budget.

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Covid-19: People aged 60 to 63 in England to get jab invites from Monday

The vaccine rollout is gaining "fresh momentum," the NHS says as the next batch of letters are sent out.

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Budget 2021: The challenge facing Rishi Sunak

The BBC looks at the state of the UK economy ahead of the spring Budget.

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Maids in Lebanon: 'My employer treats me like a slave'

Lucy's dream of working in the Middle East turned into a nightmare of abuse. She's not the only one.

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Sam Ryder: TikTok's singing superstar

Sam Ryder on TikTok, Britney, Justin Bieber and his new solo career.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'the beauty of trees'

A selection of striking images from our readers on this week's theme.

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‘Pawstep’ Portraits: Photographing Tails of the Pandemic

"Pawstep Portraits" captures dogs with their owners, who then donate to the NHS or Lanta Animal Welfare.

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Selby rail crash: 2001 disaster remembered

Twenty years on, the Selby rail crash remains the UK's worst rail disaster of the 21st century.

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The challenge of being gay and an MI6 spy

Former intelligence officers describe a precarious existence in which your career could end at any moment.

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Golden Globe Awards 2021: Stars prepare for virtual ceremony

Tina Fey and Amy Poehler return to host the year's first major film and TV awards ceremony on Sunday.

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The influencer effect: 'Love Island star transformed my business'

Influencers can have a bad reputation but for some people they have proved to be a business lifeline.

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LGBT+ History Month: The kiss - a seminal moment, a total accident

Neither Gus Kenworthy nor his then-boyfriend knew the cameras were rolling when they shared a seminal kiss at Pyeongchang 2018.

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Covid vaccine: Germany urged to back AstraZeneca jab for over-65s

A senior German immunologist tells the BBC that his country should reverse its decision on the jab.

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Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine: FDA approves single-shot jab

The US is the first country in the world to approve the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

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Six million accidental savers 'created by Covid crisis'

Lower commuting costs, cancelled holidays and fewer meals out boost some bank accounts, a report says.

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The Papers: Sunak's 'tax raid' and 'goodnight Captain Tom'

Several of Sunday's papers carry details of the chancellor's proposals ahead of the Budget.

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Loan shark fears as fewer investigations begin during Covid crisis

Illegal money lenders have been shaming non-payers on social media during the pandemic.

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Police boss wants cannabis trial for prisoners

The north Wales commissioner says it could cut addiction and violence, but critics reject the call.

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Michael Collins' wolf slippers spark Twitter storm

The emergence of the Irish revolutionary's bright blue plush puppies stunned Irish Twitter users.

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Coronavirus: Biden's $1.9tn Covid relief bill passes House vote

The coronavirus aid plan passes despite total Republican opposition, but must now go to the Senate.

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Covid-19: Public finances facing 'challenge' and Capt Sir Tom Moore's funeral

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday.

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Captain Sir Tom Moore's funeral to be 'spectacular'

A small, family service will be held for the 100-year-old who raised almost £33m for the NHS.

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Tiger Woods car crash: Golfer 'in good spirits' after latest treatment

The golfer received successful "follow-up procedures" following Tuesday's serious car crash in LA.

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Budget 2021: Mortgage guarantee to help buyers with 5% deposit

Boris Johnson says "generation rent" can become "generation buy" through new government-backed loans.

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'We salute you': A poem for Captain Sir Tom Moore

Four young performers pay tribute to the 100-year-old veteran, who raised almost £33m for NHS charities.

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Mary Robinson 'made a big mistake' over Dubai princess

Princess Latifa Al Maktoum was previously described as "troubled" by the former Irish president.

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Hundreds of students evacuated over WW2 bomb

Royal Navy bomb disposal specialists are dealing with a 2.5m (8ft) device.

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Mayday: How the White Helmets and James Le Mesurier got pulled into a deadly battle for truth

James Le Mesurier fell to his death in Istanbul in 2019 with a sense that Syrian and Russian disinformation had destroyed his reputation.

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Bitcoin energy use 'bigger than most countries'

Could the cryptocurrency's huge electricity consumption also sink it?

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Hotel quarantine: Isolation and brown paper bags

What's it like and what can you eat inside the UK's quarantine hotels?

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Covid-19: How would an NHS vaccine passport app work?

There is growing speculation that a certificate scheme could be built into the main NHS app.

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Brexit: Why Irish freight trade is avoiding Britain

Irish freight is being shipped directly to Europe to avoid Brexit bureaucracy.

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Monsters, mania and the unstoppable march of Pokémon

Several waves of Pokémania have swept the globe, keeping this lucrative franchise relevant for 25 years.

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The Papers: Over-40s April jab and 'happy as Harry'

Saturday's papers give their view of the Duke of Sussex's candid interview with James Corden.

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Budget 2021: BBC editors on what to expect

BBC editors Faisal Islam and Simon Jack tell us what Chancellor Rishi Sunak might have in store.

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Golden Globes: Celebrity make-up artists on their job in the pandemic

Hollywood make-up artists on their experiences of working in the time of Covid-19.

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Ros Atkins on... Is Facebook too powerful?

Ros Atkins looks at the consequences of Facebook's power on events in Myanmar, Washington DC and Australia.

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Week in pictures: 20-26 February 2021

A selection of striking images taken around the world this week.

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How TikTok is powering Duncan Laurence's Eurovision winner

Duncan Laurence won Eurovision with his song Arcade, which is now being powered by TikTok.

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Covid-19: Queen's vaccine call and 'superhero' mum inspires family of nurses

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

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Singapore: Briton jailed for breaking strict quarantine

Nigel Skea, 52, was jailed and fined for breaking hotel quarantine to meet his fiancée on another floor.

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Manchester attack: Government moves forward with 'Martyn's Law'

A consultation begins into new anti-terror legislation in memory of Manchester bomb victim Martyn Hett.

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MPs investigate ditching smart motorways

A coroner says the roads - where hard shoulders become lanes at busy times - create a death "risk".

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Alex Salmond to face Holyrood inquiry amid conspiracy claims

The former first minister is to appear before the inquiry into the government's mishandling of harassment complaints.

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Shamima Begum: Supreme Court to rule on her fate

Five justices will decide later whether the runaway schoolgirl should be allowed back into the UK.

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Mr Potato Head to lose "Mr" title in gender-neutral rebrand

The toy's maker, Hasbro, says it will drop the "Mr" to "promote gender equality and inclusion".

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Biden approves US airstrike on Iran-backed militias in Syria

The Pentagon said the strike on Syria was in response to an attack on US and coalition personnel in Iraq.

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Why Greenpeace is dropping huge boulders into the sea

Fishing community leaders say Greenpeace's action is dangerous and illegal.

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NHS nurse who inspired four of her children to be nurses

A nurse who died with Covid-19 inspired nearly her entire family to join the NHS.

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Young vulnerable people receive vaccine

Nearly 200,000 extremely clinically vulnerable young people have been offered their vaccine.

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K-pop superstars Blackpink in climate change message

K-pop superstars Blackpink have emerged as the latest force in the global fight against climate change.

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'We couldn’t afford IVF so we risked finding a sperm donor on Facebook'

The high cost of fertility treatment leads some to find donors on social media, even though it's risky and could be illegal.

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MLM schemes in the UK: The 'cult-like' beauty businesses in your DMs

Newsbeat hears from young women about their experiences working for multi-level marketing companies.

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Budget 2021: 'My £20 is a lifeline - don't take it away'

A benefits top-up to help the poor survive lockdown is due to end - unless it is extended at the Budget.

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Vintage technology: 'It sounds so much cleaner'

Why do people like to use ancient personal organisers and music players?

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Analysis: Can Asia help Myanmar find a way out of coup crisis?

While Western sanctions may not help, China and South East Asia's influence may have some sway.

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Amazon rainforest plots sold via Facebook Marketplace ads

Protected land reserved for Brazil's indigenous communities is being traded on the social network.

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National Trust to plant blossom trees around UK

The National Trust is planning to plant dozens of blossoming trees at different sites around the UK.

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Jamal Khashoggi: Biden raises human rights in call with Saudi king

The murder of exiled Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018 still overshadows US-Saudi relations.

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Cornelia Connelly: Plan to move nun's remains to US abandoned

The tomb of sainthood candidate Mother Cornelia Connelly will stay at the girls' school she founded.

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The Papers: 'Do one's duty' as Queen makes 'vaccine plea'

The Queen features on many of the front pages after urging people to get the coronavirus vaccine.

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Salmond and Sturgeon: How the best of political double acts fell apart

The enviable political double act which ran Scotland for a decade is long gone. So, what went wrong?

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Hit TV show Frasier to be revived after 20 years

Kelsey Grammer, who played Frasier Crane, will return but it is not known if other cast members will too.

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Insulate homes better or miss carbon targets, ministers told

The UK will never hit its carbon reduction targets unless a grant scheme is rescued, a watchdog says.

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Australia passes law to make Google and Facebook pay for news

The world-first law is designed to make the tech giants pay news publishers for content.

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Man Utd & England striker Marcus Rashford receives prestigious Gold Blue Peter badge

Watch the moment Manchester United and England striker Marcus Rashford is awarded the prestigious Gold Blue Peter badge for his work in making a difference to young people’s lives.

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Covid-19: A-level and GCSE results to be decided by teachers

A combination of mock exams, coursework and essays will be used to decide grades in England this year.

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How 30,000 elephant 'selfies' will help in conservation

Researchers are developing new technology to help reduce human-elephant conflicts.

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Government urged to ensure convicted sex offenders cannot work as tutors

There has been an increase in private tuition during the pandemic but concerns remain about the checks in place.

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Covid: Half with cancer signs didn't contact GP in first wave

Symptoms left unchecked included lumps, changes to moles and coughing up blood, a survey finds.

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Ikea aims to launch delayed 'Buy Back' scheme in UK

UK consumers will soon be able to sell back used items with the aim of reducing waste.

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The colourful fridges popping up on American streets

Local communities in the US have come up with a novel way to help feed those going hungry.

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Inside a domestic violence call centre

Calls to a major domestic violence charity increased by more than 50 per cent during the pandemic in 2020.

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Mother and son become tap-dance lockdown sensation

Lizzi Gee and her eight-year-old son Rufus say tap routines are one positive to come out of lockdown.

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Kenya: A sustainable solution to locust swarms?

An NGO is training and paying communities in Kenya to catch locusts, so they can be turned into animal feed.

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The disabled influencers making their mark on social media

Brands are starting to embrace social media influencers with disabilities to target the "purple pound".

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Brazilian Amazon: Juma descendants of 'last warrior' vow to carry on legacy

After the death of the last male member of an indigenous group, his grandchildren take an unusual step.

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Biden's Covid stimulus plan: It costs $2tn but what's in it?

Democrats are working on a massive package of measures to help the US through the pandemic.

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Budget 2021: 'If I have to pay £13,000, it will destroy my shop'

Struggling shops warn they may have to shut if business rates are brought back at the Budget.

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Looming battle for Yemen's Marib city risks humanitarian disaster

A rebel attack on the government's northern stronghold of Marib threatens mass displacement.

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Have Australians fallen out of love with Sydney and Melbourne?

Figures show Australians are moving out of the large cities in search of a better quality of life.

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UK 4G smartphone owners may be due £480m pay-out

Some 29 million people in the UK could be entitled to up to £30 back on Apple or Samsung smartphones.

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Marcus Rashford interview nets BBC scoop of the year at RTS awards

The England striker spoke about growing up in poverty as he campaigned for free school meals.

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GameStop surges again as Reddit crashes temporarily

Trading in GameStop shares halted minutes before markets closed but jumped again in late trading.

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The Papers: Teachers get 'sweeping powers' and Sunak's 'giveaway'

The papers focus on new rules to be announced later which will let teachers decide exam grades in England.

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Neil Lennon: Celtic manager resigns with side 18 points adrift of Rangers

Celtic manager Neil Lennon resigns with his side 18 points adrift of Rangers in the Scottish Premiership.

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China court orders man to pay wife for housework in landmark case

The landmark case has sparked debate as it shines a spotlight on housewives' unpaid labour.

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Apple buys a company every three to four weeks

The technology giant has bought around 100 companies in six years, chief executive Tim Cook has revealed.

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Biden holds first foreign meeting with Canada's Justin Trudeau

"US leadership has been sorely missed over the past years," the Canadian prime minister said.

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IVF: How one single man hopes to become a father

Stephen Dyer says he will "do anything" to become a parent - including a bill of up to £40,000.

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Tiger Woods: Proud champion who bounced back

The man considered by many to be the greatest golfer of all time has overcome many challenges in his career.

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Rape social media posts: How speaking out got twin sisters sued

Twins Verity and Lucy were taken to court after speaking out on social media, naming their alleged abuser.

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Fashion designer Alexander Wang accused of sexual assault

More allegations against the US designer emerge as a student speaks to BBC News.

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Victims' law call amid falling confidence in criminal justice

The victims' commissioner for England and Wales says victims have for too long been treated like bystanders.

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Johnson has LGBT+ 'blind spot', says peer

The UK's first openly gay cabinet minister, Lord Smith, urges the PM to diversify his top team.

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Walker Swamp: The mission to restore an Australian wetland

Walker Swamp had been destroyed by 150 years of farming - now it is replenished and welcoming life.

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Motera: The world's largest cricket stadium to host India-England Test

India's Motera stadium gives an unobstructed view of the pitch to 110,000 spectators.

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Senegal's teenage jockey races to fame

Fallou Diop won the country's top racing prize when he was just 17.

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Priyanka Dewan: The roller-skating star who beat disability stigma

Since taking up skating at the age of eight, Priyanka Dewan has become an international champion.

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The Simpsons creator Matt Groening on equality, memes and monorails

BBC Radio 1 Newsbeat sits down for a Zoom chat with Matt Groening.

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CEO Secrets: 'My billion pound company has no HR department'

Greg Jackson, founder and CEO of Octopus Energy, explains why he doesn't need a human resources team.

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Does size matter for Britain's shrinking Army?

Brigadier John Clark says the British army will become "leaner", ahead of the defence review.

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Budget 2021: 'I've been furloughed twice in one year'

More support for jobs is expected in Chancellor Rishi Sunak's Budget, but will it be enough?

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Covid: English secondary summer schools part of catch-up plan

A total of £720m will help ensure "no child is left behind" due to the pandemic, Boris Johnson says.

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Smear tests: Women to trial 'do-it-at-home' kits for NHS

The swab checks can help spot early signs of cervical cancer.

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Women boardroom roles make 'dramatic' jump in five years

Boards of big companies have 50% more women present than in 2015, a government review has found.

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Daniel Prude: No charges for US officers over 'spit-hood' death

Officers in New York were filmed using a hood to restrain Daniel Prude until he stopped breathing.

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The Papers: 'Faster path to freedom' and stamp duty 'to be extended'

Wednesday's front pages continue to focus on how the UK will emerge from lockdown.

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Vanessa Bryant criticises Meek Mill for 'insensitive' Kobe Bryant lyric

She says lyrics for a leaked song are "extremely insensitive and disrespectful" to her family.

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MWC Shanghai: Gadget companies gather for rare pandemic tech expo

New products include a phone that fully charges in 20 minutes and an under-screen selfie camera.

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Lockdown exit plan: 'Why we can't wait to get back on the pitch'

With outdoor sport hopefully set to resume in March, Newsbeat hears about the importance of playing football.

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Covid-19: PM 'optimistic' restrictions can end by 21 June

There will also be a review into the idea of "vaccine passports", Boris Johnson said.

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Crown Office raises 'concerns' over Alex Salmond papers

The documents were published ahead of the former first minister giving evidence to a Holyrood inquiry.

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Will I be able to go on a foreign holiday? And other questions

We answer some of your questions about England's roadmap out of lockdown, and other Covid-related issues.

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Earl of Strathmore jailed for sex attack at Glamis Castle home

The Earl of Strathmore attacked a woman in her room during an event he was hosting at Glamis Castle.

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Covid in Scotland: Plan to ease lockdown restrictions to be unveiled

The easing of restrictions in Scotland will be "driven by data rather than by hard and fast dates".

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Covid-19: PM defends 'cautious' plan, and travel bookings surge

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

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UK unemployment rate rises to 5.1%

The rate of unemployment in the UK rose 5.1% in the three months to December, figures show.

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Clubhouse confirms data spillage of its audio streams

A user has been banned for streaming audio from multiple Clubhouse chatrooms onto their website.

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Lockdown: England plan 'one-way road to freedom', Boris Johnson insists

Restrictions could be fully eased by 21 June under Boris Johnson's roadmap - if all goes to plan.

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Facebook to restore news pages in Australia

Facebook will reverse a decision to block access to news content, Australia's government says.

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Boeing 777: Signs of 'metal fatigue' found on Denver plane engine

The aircraft had to make an emergency landing after its engine failed, scattering debris over homes below.

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Alex Salmond alleges 'malicious' attempt to damage him

In a written submission to Holyrood the former first minister names people he claims attempted to damage his reputation.

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Jeep pushed to retire Cherokee name from SUVs

The chief of the Cherokee Nation says 'it's time' for corporations to stop using native American names.

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El Chapo's wife Emma Coronel Aispuro arrested in US over 'drug trafficking'

Emma Coronel Aispuro's arrest comes two years after her husband was convicted in the US over his cartel.

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Gender-reveal device explosion kills father-to-be

Christopher Pekny was making a device to be used at his child's gender-reveal party, police say.

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Schools reopening: How at risk are children?

BBC's Health reporter Laura Foster explains what we know currently about how children are affected by the virus.

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Extinction: Freshwater fish in 'catastrophic' decline

Numbers are plunging due to pollution, unsustainable fishing and the draining of rivers.

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Keir Starmer urges government to buy more food from British farmers

Sir Keir Starmer will be the first Labour leader to address the farmers' union since 2008.

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Sri Lanka human rights: UK seeks new UN resolution on abuses

The resolution calls for human rights abusers in the bloody civil war to be held to account.

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Canada's parliament declares China's treatment of Uighurs 'genocide'

Canada is just the second country after the US to recognise China's actions in Xinjiang as genocide.

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Covid-19: PM to announce lockdown exit plan, and Scottish and Welsh schools start to reopen

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

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Bitcoin keeps hitting new highs after Tesla backing

Having broken through the $50,000 level last week the cryptocurrency has extended its rally this year.

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China 'Sexy tea' shop apologises for calling women 'bargains'

The popular beverage chain had previously sold tea bags with the phrase "Master I want you".

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United Airlines grounds planes after engine failure

The airline stops flying 24 planes after an engine burst into flames soon after take-off from Denver.

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Afghanistan's Ghani sees 'window of opportunity' for peace process

In an exclusive interview with the BBC, Ashraf Ghani discusses the "hard decision" on war and peace.

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Over-The-Rhine: Is this a model for urban renewal or a warning sign?

In Cincinnati's Over-The-Rhine neighbourhood, does urban revitalisation come at a cost?

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Covid: Australian Open fans criticised for 'booing vaccine'

A crowd's booing of a reference to Covid-19 vaccines is "disgusting", Australia's deputy PM says.

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Covid: Catch-up narrative putting 'huge pressure' on children, psychologists say

The British Psychological Society warns against reinforcing the notion that school pupils are "behind".

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Myanmar coup: Military leaders must release Aung San Suu Kyi - Raab

The military must respect the wishes of Myanmar's people, the foreign secretary will tell the UN.

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More than half of UK employers planning to recruit staff

The number of firms planning to make staff redundant in the first quarter of 2021 is also falling.

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Fly-tipping: Licensing system failing to stop dumping, Panorama finds

A BBC Panorama investigation finds licensed firms involved in the dumping of rubbish.

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'They wanted to jail a banker - I was that banker'

Tom Hayes, jailed for rigging interest rates, tells the BBC fresh evidence will show his conviction was unsafe.

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Edvard Munch wrote 'madman' Scream graffiti on painting, scans show

The words "Can only have been painted by a madman" are written in the corner of the famous painting.

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Divya Kakran: 'I became famous for wrestling boys'

Divya Kakran, a young Indian wrestler, dreams of making history at the Olympics.

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Mask force: London's five centuries of face coverings

Not a new normal: A brief history of five centuries of face masks.

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Spurs have problems 'I cannot resolve' but are not in crisis - Mourinho

Tottenham manager Jose Mourinho says Spurs "have problems I cannot resolve" but insists they are not in crisis after losing to West Ham.

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The Papers: 'March to freedom' and 'return to the great outdoors'

Monday's papers are dominated by the expected contents of the PM's road map out of lockdown in England.

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Covid and PTSD: Dispelling misconceptions on those who may have it and why

Lifting the lid on common misconceptions, a mother and former Facebook moderator share their experience with post traumatic stress disorder.

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The Walking Dead cast on the final season of a global hit

The Walking Dead is back for a new season - but it's also the show's last.

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The video call apps linking home workers with strangers

A number of tech firms are connecting people working from home with strangers via video calls.

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Africa's data gap: Measuring the cost of not counting the dead

Just eight countries in Africa have adequate death registration systems, a BBC investigation finds.

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Eden Park: Blind man's death after platform fall sparks safety call

Cleveland Gervais fell from a platform that had no tactile paving and was hit by a passing train.

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'Coins can inspire people to look into the past'

BBC News website readers share their old coin collections and the stories behind them.

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Cambridge moonflower: Time-lapse video captures 'UK first'

See the bloom of an Amazonian moonflower that captured interest from around the world.

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Ruthless Djokovic wins ninth Australian Open and 18th Grand Slam title

Novak Djokovic continues his dominance of the Australian Open by overwhelming Daniil Medvedev to win a record-extending ninth men's title.

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'I gave him a ring to see if he was interested' - England coach Jones on Wales' Rees-Zammit

Eddie Jones admits he was always going to struggle to convince Wales wing Louis Rees-Zammit to play for England.

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Lewis wins with explosive KO and Briton Aspinall secures biggest victory of his career

Underdog Derrick Lewis wins at UFC Fight Night 185 in Las Vegas while Briton Tom Aspinall claims his biggest career success.

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Covid-19: PM's new vaccine target, and the special effects livening up lockdown

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday.

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Child heart transplants: Record year for new-style operations

A novel approach is cutting waiting lists and helping children like Freya get organ transplants.

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Teens arrested after car stolen with two young children inside

The "distraught" father of the boys, aged two and four, said the vehicle was taken from his driveway.

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RAF sonic boom: Ministry of Defence receives TV and window damage claims

Homes were shaken across eastern England after RAF Typhoons were launched to intercept a plane.

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Australian PM is vaccinated as rollout begins

Scott Morrison received the Pfizer vaccine as Australia begins its nationwide inoculation programme.

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Israel eases restrictions following vaccine success

Shops, libraries and museums will now be open to the public, following easing of Covid rules.

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How Trump offered Kim a ride on Air Force One

A new BBC series shows how threats of nuclear war against North Korea gave way to a Trump-Kim bromance.

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Singapore vending machines now dispense salmon, crab and even cacti

The city state has a dizzying array of vending machines, dispensing everything from cacti to pizza.

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How European businesses are adapting to Brexit

Companies doing business between Europe and the UK talk to the BBC about the impact of the new rules.

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Covid-19: Which countries in Africa are administering vaccines?

Some African nations have just begun vaccination programmes, but many have yet to start.

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Covid-19: Fewest firms planning job cuts since pandemic began

The figures suggest the decision to extend the furlough scheme has helped to prevent wider job losses.

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Lockdown review: What are the risks of schools, pubs and shops reopening?

Lockdown could slowly be lifted soon but what are the risks associated with relaxing certain restrictions?

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The Papers: Jabs ‘for all adults’ by July and ‘free by summer’

Sunday’s papers are dominated by Boris Johnson’s pledge to offer every UK adult a vaccine by 31 July.

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The homemade special effects livening up lockdown

Peter Quinn moved from Northern Ireland to America to work in the VFX industry over a decade ago.

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May Willis: 'I'm almost 111 and make the most of what I've got'

May Willis, from Bexhill, credits her long life to no smoking, no alcohol - and lots of chocolate.

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Covid: 'Each one of these people mattered'

Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg is using art to show the "depth and breadth" of Covid's US death toll.

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Pablo Hasel: Luxury stores looted and vehicles ablaze in Barcelona protests

The arrest of the Catalan rapper has ignited ignited a debate over freedom of speech in Spain.

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Don't ask me which vaccine is best, please

Dr John Wright says he's often asked which vaccine is best, but the answer is it's too early to say.

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Are streaming algorithms really damaging film?

Director Martin Scorsese says streaming algorithms demean cinema and treat viewers as consumers.

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Flood warnings in Wales follow 'persistent rain' alert

More than 20 flood warnings are in place, as well as a Met Office amber alert for heavy rain.

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Covid-19: Care home visitors and ambulance delay 'victims'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday.

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Covid-19: UK should send vaccines to poorer nations now - WTO chief

The head of the World Trade Organization says it is in richer countries' interest to share vaccines.

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Alaska woman attacked by bear while using toilet

Shannon Stevens was shocked to find there was a bear behind when she used an outhouse in Alaska.

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Covid: Confusion over gestational diabetes advice

Some women who've had the condition have been told to shield while others have not.

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Texas weather: President Biden to declare major disaster

As electricity slowly returns to Texas, many residents still do not have access to running water.

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Covid-19: Care home residents in England to be allowed one regular visitor

Matt Hancock says the 8 March rule change is a "first step to getting back to where we want to be".

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Ambulance delays led to 'secondary Covid victims'

Waiting times outside some hospitals increased over Christmas, with a knock-on effect for 999 call-outs

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Covid and diabetes: My story

While it's known that diabetics are more at risk of suffering severe cases of Covid-19 - new evidence suggests the virus could actually be triggering the condition in some cases.

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Margaret Mitchell: Google fires AI ethics founder

She is the second senior figure to leave the online giant's ethics unit over the past few months.

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HSBC fraud helpline's 20-hour wait 'disgraceful'

The daughter of a fraud victim says it took hours to speak to staff after thousands were stolen from her father's bank account.

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Holidays: Travel industry begs for 'route out of crisis'

Industry figures have urged the prime minister to provide a "roadmap" to get people travelling again.

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Are migrants being influenced to enter the EU by vlogs?

Stephanie Hegarty meets the people sharing their story of trying to illegally enter the EU on social media.

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What the latest No 10 exit means for the Union

The PM is looking for his third head of the Union unit in as many weeks after Oliver Lewis resigned.

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Covid-19 lockdown: Britain's 'plague village'

Almost a year since the start of the pandemic, how have Eyam residents been coping?

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The petrol that was poisoning children

How a successful campaign led to the banning of lead in petrol in the UK

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Week in pictures: 13-19 February 2021

A selection of striking images taken around the world this week.

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Coronavirus: What Europeans have learned from a year of pandemic

Since the first case in northern Italy a year ago the lives of Europeans have been changed forever.

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Facebook in Australia: What happened after news was blocked?

The removal of news sites has led to concerns about the spread of disinformation.

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Disability and dating: 'I didn’t know what bisexual was'

People with learning difficulties are often overlooked when it comes to sex education.

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Future generations bill sounds 'namby pamby' but it's start, says Lord Bird

The man behind the magazine wants a new law to protect future generations - but is anyone listening?

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Algeria's protests are back and the president is worried

The Hirak movement marks its second anniversary with hopes of a rebirth despite appeasement efforts.

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The Papers: Sussexes lose royal roles, and lockdown exit plan

The announcement that Harry and Meghan will not return as working royals dominate Saturday's papers.

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Covid-19: UK's surplus vaccine pledge and two million 'not given flight refunds'

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

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UK government borrowing hits highest January level since records began

It is the first time in 10 years that more have been borrowed than collected as tax and other income.

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Myanmar coup: Woman shot during anti-coup protests dies

Mya Thwe Thwe Khaing, 20, is the first protester to die since the 1 February coup.

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Iran nuclear deal: US agrees to join talks 'at critical moment'

The US says it is prepared to meet Iran to salvage a 2015 deal to limit its nuclear programme.

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What does Princess Latifa case mean for British sport?

The accusations against Dubai's ruler leaves British horse racing facing some uncomfortable questions.

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Texas storm: ‘He’s 92 so we wrapped him tight like a mummy’

Like so many desperate Texans, Henry is struggling to stay warm without power.

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Brazil: Can you vaccinate a whole town against Covid?

Scientists are vaccinating the entire adult population of a town in Brazil against Covid-19, to see if it helps bring life back to normal.

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Black lawyer was told ‘people like you don’t become barristers’

Figures show around 3.2% of members of the Bar are from black and ethnic backgrounds.

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Climate Change: How much did it cost the US economy in 2020?

Last year saw a record numbers of extreme weather events costing billions of dollars in damages.

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The dentist who helped a koala to walk

Jon Doulman built a unique prosthetic after hearing about Triumph, a koala born without a foot.

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Cancel culture: Have any two words become more weaponised?

What do a series of recent controversies tell us about the politics around "cancel culture"?

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Now Norway is offering drug-free treatment to people with psychosis

People with psychosis are usually given powerful medication - in Norway they can now choose to go drug-free.

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Iran nuclear deal: Clock ticks as rivals square up

A looming election could bury any chance of saving the deal, while Iran and the US play tough.

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France's elite forced to confront sexual abuse scandals

Revelations about sexual assaults and incest hit the reputation of France's intellectual elite.

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Foot-and-mouth outbreak's parallels with Covid pandemic

Twenty years on from the start of the foot-and-mouth crisis, the Covid parallels appear stark.

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The search widens for hot rocks that provide power

Geothermal power projects have seen a surge of investment as countries encourage renewable energy.

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Wales plans wider school return from 15 March

All primary schools could reopen fully if Covid cases continue to fall, under Welsh Government plans.

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Covid: Unblock logjam for new laws, senior MPs urge ministers

Commons select committee chiefs want laws held up during the pandemic to be put back on the agenda.

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'We can't get a refund for our £980 flights'

Holidaymakers prevented from flying by travel restrictions or lockdowns may not be entitled to a refund.

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UK to launch 'high risk' science agency

The new agency will help "cement the UK's position as a science superpower", the government says.

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Covid: Health workers appeal to PM for better personal protection

In a letter, 20 organisations say measures to tackle airborne spread of coronavirus are "inadequate".

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No Covid variants found on London Tubes, buses and stations

This does not mean none is circulating or commuters can let down their guard, the researchers say.

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The papers: 'Perseverance pays off' and 'foreign holiday hope'

Friday's papers carry images from Mars and report new data showing the early impact of vaccines.

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Covid-19: 'Strong decline' in virus and 'long Covid' compensation call

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

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'Roaring Kitty' GameStop investor hit with lawsuit

Keith Gill is being sued over claims he duped fellow investors into buying its shares last month.

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Covid-19: Late Christmas decorations 'light up lockdown'

Christmas lights and trees are left up late to raise spirits during the pandemic.

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Long Covid: MPs call for compensation for keyworkers

The condition should be classed as an occupational disease, MPs say in a letter to Boris Johnson.

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Prince Philip spends second night in hospital

The 99-year-old duke is said to be in "good spirits" at London's King Edward VII Hospital.

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Demi Lovato 'had three strokes and a heart attack' after 2018 overdose

In a new documentary, the singer reveals she was minutes from death after her overdose in 2018.

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Commercial TV channels unite to screen Covid vaccine myth-busting video

The celebrity-led film will urge people from ethnic minority communities to have the Covid jab.

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Strong decline in coronavirus across England since January, React study shows

Study finds infections fell by two-thirds - and more in London - but warns virus levels remain high.

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Covid shows need for bigger government role, says Starmer

The Labour Party leader will say there can be "no return to business as usual" after the pandemic.

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Australia news code: What’s this row with Facebook and Google all about?

A law that would force tech firms to pay for news is being closely watched globally. We explain why.

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Covid: Phase out furlough gradually, chancellor urged

The government employee support scheme needs to be wound down gently, think tank says.

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How Afghanistan police train for Taliban attacks and suicide bombers

Police in Afghanistan are training to deal with militant attacks amid Taliban threats.

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Nasa Perseverance rover: How this Mars landing will be different

Nasa's Perseverance rover is aiming for Jezero Crater, considered “too dangerous” for previous spacecraft.

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Covid: How work life changed for a home-schooler and a supermarket manager

How the pandemic has changed work life for a home-schooling parent and a supermarket manager.

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas locked down in London

Speaking as her autobiography is published, the actress talks about lockdown in the UK.

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Brexit charges: Why is my online shopping more expensive?

Some UK customers have been hit by extra charges since Brexit but why?

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Covid and suicide: Japan's rise a warning to the world?

For the first time in 11 years, suicide among women has gone up, and the pandemic is playing a part.

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'Clothes should float in and out of our lives'

The companies that are adopting a "circular economy" model to doing business.

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Texas weather: Are frozen wind turbines to blame for power cuts?

Frozen wind turbines are being blamed for power failures - but problems with fossils fuels are a bigger issue.

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Archie Brennan: Discover why Prue Leith loved this little known artist's work

The Bake Off judge loved his work and he had famous friends so why is he not more celebrated?

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Broadband credit score mistake 'cost me thousands'

Omar Khalid says a mistake by broadband provider Virgin Media damaged his credit score for years.

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Omegle: Children expose themselves on video chat site

Omegle links up random people for virtual video and text chats, and claims to be moderated.

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Trustpilot removed 2.2 million bogus reviews in 2020

The review website publishes its first transparency report as its own sector comes under scrutiny.

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Covid-19: Plea to put 'generation Covid' centre stage, and why you may be feeling numb

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

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Inflation: Cost of living up in January amid coronavirus curbs

Prices rose by 0.7% in the 12 months to January in the UK, up from 0.6% to December.

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Blickling Hall: Wasps deployed to protect mansion from moths

Pests and moulds are thriving at historic properties in lockdown, the National Trust says.

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Captain Sir Tom Moore: 'An unimaginable legacy', family says

The 100-year-old who raised millions for NHS charities wanted to keep going, his daughter says.

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Princess Latifa: UN to question UAE about Dubai ruler's daughter

The UN is analysing videos in which the daughter of Dubai's ruler says she fears for her life.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's wife makes first appearance in a year

Ri Sol-ju joined her husband at a concert on Tuesday to mark the birthday of his late father.

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China overtakes US as EU's biggest trading partner

China's demand for cars and luxury goods from Europe bounced back in 2020 as its economy recovered.

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Hospital waiting list 'may double to 10m by April'

There could be a surge in demand from delayed referrals and delays to treatment, a think tank warns.

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Climate change: Don't raid home insulation scheme, MPs urge ministers

The government hopes to claw back money from a £1.5bn fund to promote home insulation.

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Covid: How will we know if the vaccine is working?

Deaths are falling faster for the over-80s - but does that mean the vaccine is working?

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Covid-19: Losing both parents to coronavirus

BBC reporter Cathy Killick shares her experience after both of her parents died within weeks.

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Nodeep Kaur: The jailed activist Meena Harris tweeted about

Who is Nodeep Kaur, the young woman whose arrest has caused global outrage?

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Covid deaths: If you're feeling numb, you're not alone

"Compassion fatigue" is common among NHS staff, but many more of us could be feeling it right now

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Coronavirus: Should university students get a refund?

The pandemic has meant most students have been unable to go to lectures - so should they get a refund?

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Covid: Make children priority after pandemic, Anne Longfield says

England's children's commissioner calls on Boris Johnson to put them "centre stage" of his plans.

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Covid: Trials test the efficacy of Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine on children

Some 300 volunteers will take part in the first coronavirus vaccination trial on children and young adults aged six to 17.

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Spy pixels in emails 'have become endemic'

Email app Hey reveals that two-thirds of the messages it handles contain the hidden trackers.

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Princess Latifa: Jailed in Dubai by my father

Princess Latifa disappeared in 2018, but managed to send secret messages to her friends.

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Mars landings that did (and didn't) go to plan

With two missions to land on Mars in 2021, Laura Foster looks back at the previous 17 attempts.

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‘People are starting to see light at the end of the tunnel’

Doctors in Wales describe the pressure to help patients who’ve suffered delayed treatment during the pandemic.

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Trump attacks "dour" leader McConnell

Donald Trump railed against senior Republican Mitch McConnell for implying he incited the Capitol riot.

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Covid: Melbourne lockdown to end after quarantine outbreak controlled

The "circuit-breaker" lockdown was designed to crush a coronavirus breach from hotel quarantine.

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The papers: 'Ready, test, go' and 'roadmap revealed'

Wednesday's papers outline the potential route out of lockdown in England as 1.7 million are told to shield.

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Covid-19: Scotland school return plan due and why we may have to live with the virus

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

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Spinners take all 10 England wickets as India thrash tourists to level series

England succumb to an inevitable 317-run defeat by India on the fourth day of the second Test in Chennai.

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Covid in Scotland: Sturgeon set to confirm phased return to schools

The first minister has said she is "very keen" to proceed with a phased return to more normal schooling.

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Osaka cruises into Australian Open semi-finals

Three-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka cruises past Hsieh Su-wei in just 66 minutes to reach the semi-finals of the Australian Open.

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US snow: Winter storm tightens grip in southern states

More than 150 million Americans are under winter storm warnings, with a state of emergency in Texas.

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Full-face hot-wax TikTok videos prompt warnings

Skin experts raise health-and-safety concerns about the videos, which do not carry a warning.

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Without music, will New Orleans survive?

Known as the birthplace of Jazz, New Orleans has thousands of musicians that rely on gigs to survive.

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How Congo-Brazzaville's shark population came under threat

The shark population off Congo-Brazzaville is threatened as desperate fishermen search deeper waters.

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Could churches do more to fight climate change?

Some young Christians in the UK say they want to see more action in their own churches.

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Students 'see the beauty in the ordinary'

First-year photography students at the University for the Creative Arts show off their work.

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'My mum was an alcoholic and it was a massive secret'

Becky Ellis Hamilton's mum had an alcohol problem but no-one talked about it - and this had tragic consequences.

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Optimism as Cuba set to test its own Covid vaccine

The first trials of the Cuban-produced Soberana 2 are "encouraging", Cuban scientists say.

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Covid: Ardrossan care worker caught virus twice and fears it could happen again

Care worker Michelle Lamont tested positive for coronavirus last April and then again in November.

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The hypercar maker who was told to give up his dream

Mate Rimac struggled to get anyone to believe that cutting edge sportscars could be made in Croatia.

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Free speech plan to tackle 'silencing' views on campus

New post is among proposals aimed at strengthening academic freedom in England's universities.

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Sacked LGBT veterans can reclaim lost medals

Former military personnel dismissed because of their sexuality may apply to restore honours.

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Yemen: The boy who saved his sister from a sniper

Hundreds of children have been killed or wounded by sniper fire as Yemen's civil war continues.

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'Concerning' rise in pre-teens self-injuring

The rate of hospital admissions for nine to 12-year-olds who self-injure has doubled in six years.

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450,000 families ‘behind on rent because of Covid’

One in 20 private renters say they have been refused rent reductions, a report says.

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Fake Amazon reviews 'being sold in bulk' online

A Which? investigation found 10 sites offering fake Amazon Marketplace reviews from as little as £5 each.

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Covid: Father and daughter to leave quarantine hotel after 'error'

They were told they could isolate at home, and no longer had to stay in the hotel for 10 days.

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Independent commission to investigate Capitol riots

US House of Representatives speaker Nancy Pelosi says it will be modelled on the 9/11 attacks inquiry.

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Covid: Rapid tests could help reopen nightclubs, PM suggests

Boris Johnson suggests testing clubbers and theatregoers to reopen venues that have been closed since March.

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Covid: Rabbi urges pause to ultra-Orthodox wedding parties

Call by senior rabbi in London's Stamford Hill follows last month's police raid on 150-guest wedding.

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India farmers activist arrest 'attack on democracy'

Delhi chief minister criticises the arrest of Disha Ravi, 22, over a document intended to help farmers.

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At-home food selling concerning, says Food Standards Agency

Food sales through social media puts further pressure on a hygiene inspection system already under strain.

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'The next train arriving is the first for 56 years'

The new station opening was kept under wraps so people were not temped to break lockdown rules.

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Japan's economy shrinks 4.8% in 2020 due to Covid

The disappointing figure comes despite surging growth in the second half of the year.

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Australian Open: Daniil Medvedev reaches quarter-finals

Fourth seed Daniil Medvedev cruises into the Australian Open quarter-finals with a straight-set victory over Mackenzie McDonald.

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Pegula stuns Svitolina to reach Australian Open quarter-finals

American Jessica Pegula produces a shock win to knock out fifth seed Elina Svitolina and reach the Australian Open quarter-final.

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Covid: New phase begins after first vaccine target hit in England

The rollout extends to younger people, as England and Wales hit targets for most vulnerable.

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New York City : Man charged with deadly subway stabbings

Two people die and another two are injured in a string of attacks said to have targeted homeless people.

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HS2: Aerial footage shows what London to Birmingham route looks like now

Take a flight along phase one of the high-speed rail network – from London to Birmingham.

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Covid: Should we double mask face coverings?

There’s a lot of choice about which type of face covering to wear – and in some countries the advice is changing.

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Why this Australian girl has cleaned graves for eight years

Australian girl Tj Kleeman began scrubbing graves to overcome a fear, but now does it to "feel amazing".

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Coronavirus: The 'Fabulous Ladies' book club helping to vaccinate their small town

Dr Keri Rath recruited her club members to help distribute Covid vaccines to their New Mexico town.

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Gordon Ramsay 'needed room to breathe' on new game show

The TV chef discusses his new BBC game show and how restaurants are coping in lockdown.

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Decimalisation and the coin you really want to find in your change

To mark 50 years since decimalisation in the UK, an expert from The Royal Mint highlights recent coins of interest.

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Surviving rape: 'I'd watch TV and start feeling sick'

Martha was raped by a man she had trusted. She explains what it's been like trying to overcome this.

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Why the US is eyeing a $300 monthly child benefit

Child poverty in the US "is an emergency and not a temporary one" advocates say.

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Computer says go: Taking orders from an AI boss

As artificial intelligence systems get more prevalent, some of us already have computers as managers.

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Indian farmers' protests: Why they matter to British Indians

Young British Indians tell Radio 1 Newsbeat why the Indian farmers' protests are important to them.

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Bill Gates: Solving Covid easy compared with climate

Solving global warming would be “the most amazing thing humanity has done”, says the billionaire.

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Covid-19: Hotel quarantine to come into force in UK

Travellers will pay £1,750 to spend 10 days quarantining in government-sanctioned hotels.

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Claudia Lawrence: Father of missing chef dies aged 74

Peter Lawrence campaigned for families of missing people but never discovered his daughter's fate.

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The Papers: 'Jab milestone' and Harry and Meghan's 'joy'

A 15 million vaccinations landmark and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's baby news lead the papers.

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'Valentine's Day murder' remains unsolved 45 years on

Police believe Helen Hooper was planning to leave her husband at the time she went missing.

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Chris Harrison: Bachelor host to step aside over racism row

Chris Harrison was accused of minimising controversial photos of a cast member on the hit US show.

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Mr and Mrs Smith reboot to star Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Donald Glover

The original 2005 film about married assassins starred Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie.

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Amanda Holden 'devastated' at lockdown rule break

The Britain's Got Talent judge admits she travelled over 200 miles after a "distressing" call from her parents.

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Covid: Remove all lockdown laws by May, Tory MP group demands

A group of 63 backbenchers is calling for the prime minister to abolish coronavirus restrictions.

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TJ Ducklo: Biden aide quits over 'abhorrent' language

TJ Ducklo allegedly threatened to "destroy" a female reporter asking questions about his private life.

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Covid: Michelin-starred restaurants sell gourmet burgers

Michelin-starred restaurants are relying on takeaways and cook-at-home boxes to survive the pandemic.

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Covid-19: Celebrating Valentine's Day during a pandemic

Covid-19 means that some people are having to find innovative ways to mark the day.

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Covid-19: South Africa to reopen border crossings

The country has been hit hard by a second wave of the outbreak linked to a new Covid variant.

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Dating coach Haifa Barbari shares her top tips on finding love in lockdown

Author and dating coach Haifa Barbari shares her top tips on how to find love in lockdown.

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Covid: Home-schooling triplets mum tells parents to 'hang in there'

Esther, from Nottinghamshire, has filmed a video diary.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'shelter'

A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "shelter".

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Where are Cape Town's great white sharks?

Barely a single great white shark has been spotted off the city's coast for two years, where once there were hundreds.

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Will Covid be with us forever, like flu?

Vaccination is unlikely to provide a permanent defence, writes Dr John Wright, so Covid may never be eliminated.

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Slalom: Film director 'was afraid' to tell story of abuse on the slopes

A director draws on her own experiences in this story of a talented teen groomed by her ski coach.

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Does yoga have a conspiracy theory problem?

Some online yoga influencers are accused of spreading conspiracy theories. Does yoga have a problem?

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Kohima: Britain's 'forgotten' battle that changed the course of WWII

A group of British-Indian soldiers held off an entire Japanese division for three months in 1944.

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Neonatal pay: 'I was cheated out of time with my premature baby’

Campaigners and MPs are calling on the government to bring in pay and leave for parents of neonatal babies.

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Covid-19: Over-65s to receive jab in next phase of rollout in England

The clinically vulnerable are also being invited, as the rollout in England enters a new phase.

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Renters: Eviction ban in England extended until March

Eviction notices, which were set to resume on 22 February, cannot now be served for another six weeks.

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Devon twins celebrate 90th birthdays by moving in together

Pauline Vincent and Jacqueline Hetherington are living together for the first time since their 20s.

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Josh Warrington stunned by Mauricio Lara in knockout defeat at Wembley Arena

Josh Warrington falls to a stunning defeat as Mexico's Mauricio Lara causes a huge shock at Wembley Arena.

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The Papers: 'Back in the pub garden' and 'final lockdown' call

The papers look at plans to reopen pubs and schools as Tory MPs press for an end to restrictions.

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Tennis coach walks out of match after being yelled at

Daniil Medvedev's coach walks out of his Australian Open third-round match as the Russian blows a two-set lead before winning.

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Rutland dad and son, 10, sleep in garden igloo at -5C

Alex Asbridge and his three boys build an igloo using only a plastic box to make bricks.

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Remembering Viola Beach five years on

Five years after rising stars Viola Beach died in a crash, their families consider the band's legacy.

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Olympic swimmer Klete Keller faces new charges over Capitol riots

The gold medallist was allegedly spotted among the crowd in the Rotunda wearing his Team USA jacket.

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Covid: We could live with virus 'like we do flu' by end of year, says Hancock

The health secretary says he hopes Covid-19 will be a treatable disease by the end of the year.

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Karim Khan: UK lawyer elected chief prosecutor at ICC

Karim Khan, currently investigating Islamic State war crimes, joins the court in the Hague in June.

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US to allow in thousands of asylum seekers waiting in Mexico

The Biden administration will start by processing some 25,000 people, reversing a Trump-era policy.

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CaSSIS mission: The camera capturing Mars' craters and canyons

The instrument takes images of dust storms, frost deposits and minerals on the Red Planet's surface.

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The video of a protester's arrest Russian police 'leaked to scare people'

Footage shows police interrogating a supporter of Alexei Navalny while pushing him on to his dog's food bowl.

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Nasa's pioneering black women

The mathematicians who worked behind the scenes on the American space programme.

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Myanmar coup: What led to the military seizing power?

The people of Myanmar watched a coup unfold on 1 February. Why are they scared?

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Steve Cotterill: Shrewsbury manager with Covid winning from hospital

Steve Cotterill is recovering in hospital but is still leading Shrewsbury Town from his sick bed.

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Week in pictures: 6-12 February 2021

A selection of striking images taken around the world this week.

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Covid-19: The secret life of museums during lockdown

Museums and art galleries are closed but inside their walls, a select few people are busy at work.

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How I bickered and bonded with a Spotify hacker

Eloise Horsfield communicated with her hacker through song titles picked via the music-streaming app.

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Covid: What can families do over the half-term break?

With restrictions still in place, parents will need to be creative to keep the children entertained.

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Cumbria coal mine: What is the controversy about?

Cumbrian councillors are reviewing their support for a controversial coal mine near Whitehaven.

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Tomas Soucek: West Ham midfielder's rise from rejection to Premier League star

Unwanted by second-tier clubs back home and considered clumsy, Tomas Soucek has emerged as one of this season's standout players.

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Covid vaccine: Over-70s urged to get vaccine as UK nears target

The government is aiming to offer a vaccine to 15 million people in priority groups by Monday.

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Brexit lorry chaos avoided as freight flows 'back to normal'

Internal government data says lorries are moving again, but some were empty as trade dropped.

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Post-Brexit trade: 'If you don't speak French, you're stuffed'

Three traders, three sets of problems, weeks into the UK-EU deal company complaints continue rising.

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Trump impeachment: Insurrection incitement charge a 'monstrous lie'

The ex-president's lawyers present evidence in the US Senate relating to the deadly Capitol riots.

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Newspaper headlines: A 'road map' out of lockdown?

As the UK nears 15 million vaccinations, the front pages examine when lockdown might be eased.

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Covid: Victoria state to enter third lockdown after outbreak of UK variant

Officials say the "sharp circuit breaker" is needed to halt the infectious strain's rapid spread

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UK economy poised like a coiled spring, says Bank economist

Andy Haldane says the economy will surge back this spring thanks to the vaccine programme rollout.

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Stonehenge building blocks linked to Wales

One of Britain's biggest and oldest stone circles has been found in west Wales by archaeologists.

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Anna Sorokin: Fake heiress released from US prison

Anna Sorokin was jailed in 2019 after spending years living as a wealthy socialite in New York.

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British Gymnastics: Abuse support helpline set to close after receiving 221 calls

A support helpline set up in response to abuse allegations within gymnastics is set to close after receiving 221 calls.

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'Hedge trimmer' fish facing global extinction

These extraordinary fish, which are a type of ray, are vanishing in many countries due to overfishing.

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Covid and gun violence: Tijuana, the city with a double pandemic

Aida and Daniel are married - and both paramedics in Tijuana, one of the most violent cities in the world.

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Covid: Wales first in UK to reach February vaccine target

Everyone in top four priority groups will have been offered a Covid jab by Friday, ministers say.

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Huawei takes HSBC to court as it tries to stop extradition

The Chinese giant is trying to stop the extradition of its chief financial officer from Canada to the US.

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Quiz of the week: Desert islands, Brexit and more Zoom drama

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

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Forests the size of tennis courts

Micro-forests are being planted in towns and cities around the world.

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The Sussex pensioner with a litter-picking 'obsession'

Ursula Pethick has been on daily walks, whatever the weather, determined to tidy up her local area.

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LGBT History Month: Newcastle artists reflect on movement in Pride project

Four artists create new projects based on their memories and views of the LGBT movement.

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Covid-19 and Wuhan: Why don't we know more?

As countries scramble to protect themselves against Covid-19, the search for its origin continues.

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Have lockdowns affected my child's physical and mental health?

Should parents of under-fives worry about Covid restrictions harming their child's development?

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Coronavirus vaccines: How’s my country and the rest of the world doing?

When it comes to vaccine distribution there is one question most people are asking - when will I be offered it?

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Arab Spring: How the uprisings still echo, 10 years on

Revolutions brought dramatic to change to the region - but the causes have not gone away.

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There's more to JC Stewart than his viral Friends parody

The singer, who has written with Lewis Capaldi and Niall Horan, is poised for success in 2021.

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Valentine's Day: How to pimp your dating profile

Top tips from a dating expert on how to improve your 'love life CV'

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Covid-19: Chinatowns fighting racism and pandemic to survive

People have been avoiding Chinatowns since the start of the pandemic - and now they're struggling.

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The global race to produce hydrogen offshore

There is much excitement about the prospect of making hydrogen on offshore windfarms. Could it work?

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Impeachment: 'Convict Trump or it could happen again,' trial told

Democrats wrap up their impeachment case against former President Donald Trump.

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The Papers: 'Win for Meghan' and 'over-65s to get jab invites'

Many of Friday's front pages report on the Duchess of Sussex's victory in her high court privacy case against the Mail on Sunday.

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Ozone layer 'rescued' from CFC damage

A steady decline in the levels of ozone-harming CFCs in the atmosphere has resumed, scientists say.

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Covid vaccine priority for 'severe' asthma

Asthma patients who need steroids are to be included in priority-group six, the clinically "at risk".

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GameStop investors on a wild ride: 'It was a rollercoaster of emotion'

Now that the dust has settled, who are the winners and losers in the GameStop saga?

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Trump impeachment: Democrats say Trump left those at Capitol 'for dead'

The second day of Donald Trump's impeachment trial saw him labelled as an "inciter-in-chief".

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NHS bureaucracy being cut to improve care

Health services and councils will be encouraged to work together as 2012 reforms are unpicked in England.

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Egypt's revolution: 'The roar of the crowd shook my feet'

Photographer Laura El-Tantawy looks back at her work documenting the 2011 revolution in Egypt.

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Liberty Barros: 'What is happening to my spine?'

Liberty, from Leicester, discovered she could bend her body in half while watching a Rihanna video.

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Numbats: Saving a marsupial 'unique even to Australia'

The numbat is one of the world’s most endangered animals, with about 1,000 left in the wild.

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Central African Republic: A country under siege

Catherine Byaruhanga explains what’s going on in Central African Republic, as rebels surround the capital.

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Pablo Escobar: Why scientists want to kill Colombia's hippos

Illegally brought to Colombia by drug baron Pablo Escobar, the animals have become a major headache.

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Stamp duty holiday deadline 'is making us nervous'

A rush to complete sales before tax breaks end on 31 March is causing delays and calls for government help.

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Elisa Lam: What really happened in the Cecil Hotel

The 21-year-old went missing in 2013, and internet folklore has haunted her memory ever since.

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The cinemas now hiring out their screens to gamers

With cinemas badly by Covid-19 restrictions they are looking for new revenue streams.

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The Great Indian Kitchen: Serving an unsavoury tale of sexism in home

The drama that unfolds in a grimy kitchen raises unsettling questions about insidious sexism within homes.

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Covid: Prisoners like 'caged animals' in lockdown jails

Prisoners have been locked in their cells for 90% of the day during pandemic, the prisons watchdog says.

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Obesity: Appetite drug could mark 'new era' in tackling condition

Some of the people on the 15-month trial lost more than a fifth of their body weight.

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Toxic air puts six million at risk of lung damage

Six million people aged over 65 in England are at high risk of lung damage, a new report says.

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Covid-19: Kent variant 'on course to sweep world'

The expert heading the UK's genetic surveillance says research into strains will go into the 2030s.

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Brexit: Preserving NI protocol is 'the only way' forward, warns EU

The European Commission's vice-president says "swift solutions" must be found to "teething problems" in trade.

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EU could cut UK out of financial markets - Andrew Bailey

The Bank of England governor says Brussels wants to "dictate" financial rules to the City of London.

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Bruce Springsteen DWI: Singer charged with drink-driving

The US rock icon was arrested in November for allegedly driving while intoxicated, officials say.

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Hustler founder and free-speech activist Larry Flynt dies aged 78

Flynt was also known for his legal battles that reinforced free speech rights in the United States.

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The Papers: 'Hols on hold' and over-70s 'must have jabs'

The transport secretary's warning that it is too soon to start making holiday plans features on many of Thursday's front pages.

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Twitter's 'extraordinary year' sees record revenues

The messaging platform saw healthy growth for earnings and user numbers as online activity boomed.

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Cladding: Extra cash to deal with crisis expected to be announced

The housing secretary will make a statement later, as thousands face huge bills for safety renovations.

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Myanmar coup: Military raids Aung San Suu Kyi's party headquarters

The attack on the National League for Democracy's office comes as thousands continue to protest the coup.

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Beer and pub leaders plead for reopening date after sales halve in 2020

The industry shows the government a "roadmap to recovery" as it waits for a reopening date.

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Romance fraud on rise in coronavirus lockdown

Authorities warn about the scams criminals employ ahead of Valentine's Day.

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Investor group calls for Tesco healthy food plan

The UK has one of the highest rates of obesity in the world.

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Barbie has best sales in more than five years in lockdown boost

The pandemic has been good for the toy industry.

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Fake Covid videos 'will cost lives'

Sima Kotecha follows the origins of a 'dangerous' viral video about a false Covid-19 treatment.

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Pandemic means young people face cancer treatment alone

Covid restrictions mean patients such as Sophie must attend appointments without family or friends.

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One in 10 teens in UK has tried hard drugs

A study of 20,000 young people finds a third have used cannabis and half admit to binge-drinking.

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'Revealing' the unseen virus on film

Nicola Muirhead's manipulated photos capture the isolation of living with the pandemic.

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The woman who live-tweets inquests

George Julian live-tweets inquests of people with learning disabilities and autism.

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Covid-19 parosmia: 'Public toilets smell nice to me now'

NHS dietician Victoria says that since she had Covid-19, things that normally taste and smell nice are repulsive but loos smell good.

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Trump impeachment: What the Proud Boys did before president's speech

A detailed examination of video reveals how far right extremists and militia stormed the US Capitol.

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'People appreciate the NHS but don't always think about the porters'

Life on the front line - as a porter during the pandemic.

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Amazon worker fight: 'You're a cog in the machine'

Activists are trying to unionise Amazon workers in Bessemer, Alabama, which would be a first for the US - if they succeed.

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West Side Story's Rita Moreno: 'J-Lo can't be sole representative' of Latinos

Oscar-winning Rita Moreno calls for more and better roles for Latin Americans working in film.

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Covid: How Serbia soared ahead in vaccination campaign

Leaders in this European country do not care where the vaccines come from as long as they are safe.

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Trump impeachment: Senate says trial is constitutional and can go ahead

The Senate rejects arguments from Trump's defence he should not face trial as he has left office.

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Europe's oldest person survives Covid just before 117th birthday

Having battled coronavirus, French nun Sister Andre will celebrate her 117th birthday this week.

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Ryan Reynolds & Rob McElhenney: Hollywood duo complete Wrexham takeover

Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s takeover of National League club Wrexham is finalised.

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Genocide trade bill row: Government sees off Tory rebellion

But ministers are accused of playing "appalling" games to avoid Commons defeat on the issue.

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The Papers: 'Travel crackdown' and cash for cladding crisis

The news that travellers to England could face up to 10 years in jail if they lie about high-risk journeys leads many of Wednesday's papers.

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Chinese regulators throw spanner in Tesla's works

Elon Musk's electric vehicle firm has been summoned over quality and safety issues with its cars.

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Covid: HMP Stocken outbreak 'behind Rutland's surge'

The rate of infection has more than tripled across England's smallest county.

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Myanmar coup: Police clamp down as protesters defy ban on gatherings

Water cannon is deployed again as thousands take to the streets despite a ban on mass gatherings.

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Britain's Watson through in Australian opener

Heather Watson beats Kristyna Pliskova to reach the Australian Open second round, despite a 14-day quarantine limiting her preparations.

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Robinhood: US family sue trading app over son's suicide

The parents of Alex Kearns, 20, say he thought he had lost $730,000 when he took his own life.

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Covid-19: Downton Abbey's Hugh Bonneville is vaccine marshal

Hugh Bonneville has been surprising people queuing for the vaccine at a hub near his home.

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Night exercise: Top tips to exercise safely

One consequence of lockdown has been that neighbourhoods come to life after dark.

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Lockdown: How religious services have been changed by Covid

Three religious leaders tell Radio 1 Newsbeat how they've adapted their services in the pandemic.

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Australian Open: How the event is trying to stay Covid-safe

Tens of thousands of tennis fans are being allowed in each day to watch, after a three week delay.

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Covid: Why Australia's 'world-class' quarantine system has seen breaches

Australian cities have entered snap lockdowns over single breaches - what can be done to prevent them?

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Covid: How I got through a winter lockdown

Tips on lockdown life in cold weather, from keeping your windows open to watching films in the bath.

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Whatever happened to local TV?

A decade ago, the government set out a plan for channels to be "a new voice for local communities".

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Hyundai: The carmaker aiming to become a tech firm

Hyundai is making a name for itself as an innovator, even though talks with Apple have fizzled out.

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Brexit: What trade deals has the UK done so far?

The UK-EU agreement came into force on 1 January 2021, but what other trade deals has the UK done?

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Trump impeachment: Supporters rioted 'of their own accord'

They say supporters of the ex-president rioted of their own accord, ahead of his impeachment trial.

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Covid: Support 'repeatedly skewed towards men', say MPs

Gender inequalities in the economy have been ignored during the pandemic, a Commons committee says.

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Brexit effect: No custard creams for Brits in Europe

A British supermarket chain in Belgium is on the verge of closure with no deliveries since December.

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Covid-19: NHS app has told 1.7 million to self-isolate

Ministers believe the contact-tracing app has prevented 600,000 cases of the disease in England and Wales.

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Newspapers concerned over government's FOI process

A Cabinet Office unit is alleged to have blocked request for information by journalists.

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Hacker tries to poison water supply of Florida city

An attempt to raise the level of a corrosive chemical in the water of Oldsmar, Florida, is thwarted.

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The Papers: Call to tighten borders and PM 'puts faith in Oxford jab'

Prof Jonathan Van-Tam's remarks that the South African coronavirus variant is no cause for panic feature on many of the front pages.

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Travellers to UK set to be tested after arrival

The new testing regime, to be announced soon, is aimed at tracking cases and detecting new variants.

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Amazing escape as Utah avalanche buries snowmobilers

Dramatic video shows an avalanche burying a group of snowmobilers on the same day another slide kills four.

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Covid-19: Minister urges vaccine confidence, as South Africa stops AstraZeneca jab rollout

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

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Boohoo buys Dorothy Perkins, Wallis and Burton brands

The online fashion retailer takes over the brands but not the shops from failed retail group Arcadia.

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Covid: Public can have confidence in UK's vaccines, Nadhim Zahawi says

The vaccines being used appear to work well against dominant variants in the UK, Nadhim Zahawi says.

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Super Bowl 55 highlights: Tom Brady wins record seventh title

Watch highlights as Tom Brady guides the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a 31-9 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs to win his seventh Super Bowl.

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Uttarakhand: Seven dead after India glacier bursts dam

A piece of a Himalayan glacier had fallen into a river, bursting open a dam in northern India.

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Super Bowl Halftime show: How did The Weeknd do?

The star's socially-distanced set focused largely on the songs over spectacle.

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Super Bowl 2021: Tom Brady wins seventh title as Tampa Bay beat Kansas City 31-9

Tom Brady steers the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to a comfortable 31-9 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs to extend his record for Super Bowl wins to seven.

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Trump impeachment explained

Donald Trump’s second impeachment trial opens on Tuesday - but what's it all about?

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Uighurs: 'Credible case' China carrying out genocide

A legal opinion concludes the Chinese government has shown an intent to destroy the Uighur minority.

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Abducted, trafficked or killed: The life of a sex worker in Sierra Leone

Africa Eye investigates the disappearance of a sex worker and uncovers abuse, trafficking and murder

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In pictures: Cycling 5,000 miles in a city of change

Geoffrey Hiller spent a year cycling around a US city, witnessing the pandemic, protests and wildfires.

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Disabled Derbyshire woman set to take on Parkrun

Alice Lee, 20, from Alfreton in Derbyshire, will take on the 5km challenge with a bespoke walker.

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Online bullying: 'I've blocked nearly 10,000 abusive accounts'

Phoebe says she received 100 death threats in one day in 2020, and believes coronavirus is to blame.

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The computers rejecting your job application

A growing number of firms are using artificial intelligence to pass or fail jobseekers.

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The myth and reality of the super soldier

China has been accused of trying to create enhanced soldiers - but is this even possible?

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Assassins: How CCTV gave Kim Jong-nam murder documentary added intrigue

Assassins director explains how crime scene footage finally emerged and led to his film.

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Imlonely: How a YouTube music channel became a mental health hub

The Youtube channel that started as a musical diary but became a mental health hub.

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Tesco tells Chancellor to hit online rivals with sales tax

Boss Ken Murphy has asked Chancellor Rishi Sunak for a "level playing field" when it comes to tax.

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Covid: 'Clean up' awarding of contracts, says Labour

The party will call for tougher transparency rules for spending and criticise the pandemic response.

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Boohoo tells suppliers not to subcontract, raising job fears

The demand has caused concern among some suppliers about how they will pay to hire new workers.

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