This year marks the change from the year of the Ox to the year of the Tiger.
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Monday, 31 January 2022
Wine drinkers face higher prices and less choice, firm warns
Proposed changes to alcohol duty could also push smaller firms out of business, a wine seller warns.
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The crime gangs cashing in by burying illegal waste
Organised criminals are illegally burying thousands of tonnes of waste across Scotland, a BBC investigation finds.
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Prince Andrew: US judge seeks statement from former equerry
The request to London's High Court relates to the civil sexual assault case against the prince.
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Anne Frank's betrayal: Dutch publisher apologises for book
The book identifies a person who may have betrayed Anne Frank and her family to the Nazis.
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Sunday, 30 January 2022
The Papers: 'U-turn' on mandatory NHS staff jabs in England
Several papers report on a No 10 "policy blitz" amid ongoing speculation over Sue Gray's Partygate report.
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Spotify: Streaming giant announces plans to clamp down on Covid misinformation
The streaming giant says it will add warnings to all podcasts discussing Covid-19 on its platform.
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In Pictures: US cities clear-up after big-freeze
Some areas saw over two feet (61cm) of snow as the region was hit by the biggest storm in years.
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Everton: Frank Lampard agrees to become manager
Frank Lampard finalises a two-and-a-half-year deal as Everton's new manager and is putting his backroom staff in place and working on new signings.
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Rosie Duffield: MP considers leaving Labour over 'obsessive harassment'
Rosie Duffield says the "rubbish" has been going on for years and nothing has been done to stop it.
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Bloody Sunday: 'I still miss my father, 50 years on'
Relatives of those killed in Londonderry have gathered to remember loved ones, 50 years on.
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Saturday, 29 January 2022
Fulham fan dies after cardiac arrest during game
A Fulham supporter has died after suffering a cardiac arrest which led to the game against Blackpool being stopped for more than 40 minutes.
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Tom Brady: NFL great set to retire after winning seven Super Bowls
Tom Brady, one of the greatest players in NFL history and the winner of seven Super Bowls, is set to retire aged 44.
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Sergio Mattarella: At 80, Italy president re-elected on amid successor row
Sergio Mattarella agreed to stay on after ruling parties failed to find a compromise candidate.
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Australian Open: 'Ashleigh Barty cements place as national hero with Melbourne win'
Described as the quintessential Aussie, Ashleigh Barty has ended the long wait for an Australian Open singles champion.
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Freedom Convoy: Why Canadian truckers are protesting in Ottawa
The 'Freedom Convoy' is protesting vaccine mandates but police are worried about fringe elements.
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Friday, 28 January 2022
The Papers: Anger as Met probe impacts Gray partygate inquiry
Some papers report on "fury" over the police intervention in Sue Gray's inquiry into alleged No 10 parties.
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'Tiger King' murder-for-hire plot sentence shortened
The star of Netflix's Tiger King was convicted of hiring men to kill rival Carole Baskin in 2020
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Hillsborough disaster: Andrew Devine's name engraved on memorial
The name of Andrew Devine, the tragedy's 97th victim, is added to the tribute following his death.
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Why Germany isn't sending weapons to Ukraine
Germany's refusal to arm Ukraine has puzzled and angered some allies. Here's what's behind it.
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DUP rejects ex-leader Edwin Poots' nomination bid
The former party leader lost the nomination to constituency activist Diane Forsythe.
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Sue Gray not expected to wait for police inquiry before delivering report
The police have asked Ms Gray to limit what she says in her report to protect their own investigation.
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Brexit: Irish Sea border checks 'not fit for purpose'
An audit finds the system for checking agri-foods entering Northern Ireland does not comply with EU rules.
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National Insurance: What’s the new Health and Social Care tax and what will it cost me?
A new health and social care tax is being introduced in April.
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Thursday, 27 January 2022
Plastic bag collector says they are a ‘snapshot of time’
Angela Clarke started collecting almost 50 years ago, earning her the nickname "The Bag Lady of Aberdare".
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Apple sales soar despite supply constraints
The iPhone giant's business has boomed during the pandemic.
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US Supreme Court: The women in the running to replace Stephen Breyer
A Washington DC federal judge and a California Supreme Court justice are considered top contenders.
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Man drove without licence for more than 70 years
The man, in his 80s, tells police he has been driving with no licence or insurance since he was 12.
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Liz Truss defends using government plane for Australia trip
The foreign secretary insisted all government decisions - including travel - are "based on value for money".
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Ronnies and trousers: Barry Cryer's BBC moments
How Barry Cryer made us laugh on the BBC over his long performing and writing career.
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Ukraine: What sanctions could be imposed on Russia?
Western diplomats are refusing to be explicit about specific penalties to keep the Kremlin guessing.
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Dave Ryding on skiing gold: I never dreamed I'd win one
Dave "the Rocket" Ryding won Britain's first ever alpine skiing World Cup gold medal on Saturday.
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Wednesday, 26 January 2022
Pam & Tommy: Lily James 'a triumph' as Pamela Anderson in new series
The former Downton Abbey actress transforms into the Baywatch star for new TV drama Pam & Tommy.
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Forced adoption: 'My baby was taken'
Mothers like Lisa Rolland, who felt pressured to give up her baby, are being asked to tell their stories.
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Covid fraud: Rishi Sunak denies writing off stolen support funds
Rishi Sunak says the government will "do everything we can" to recover billions stolen by fraudsters.
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Call for rethink of Scottish gender recognition reforms
The Equality and Human Rights Commission says "more detailed consideration" of the reforms is needed.
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BBC should have amended anti-Semitism story, complaints unit rules
Criticisms over the report's accuracy and impartiality were partially upheld by the BBC's complaints unit.
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Covid: Call to publish parties report in full and pet spending boom continues
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Wednesday evening.
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Tuesday, 25 January 2022
Covid in Wales: Self-isolation to be cut to five days minimum
The change will come on the same day nightclubs reopen and the rule of six in pubs is scrapped.
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Ros Atkins on... Investigating Number 10 parties
Police are investigating multiple events at Downing Street to see if Covid rules were broken.
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IS militants surrender as Kurdish-led forces surround Syria prison
But dozens remain holed up along with hundreds of children after six days of fierce fighting.
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Playboy 'strongly supports' women accusing Hugh Hefner
A new US docuseries describes Hugh Hefner as a "vampire" who "sucked the life" out of young girls.
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Ukraine: What is Nato and why doesn't Russia trust it?
Nato countries are trying to help Ukraine in the face of a possible Russian invasion.
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Monday, 24 January 2022
Africa Cup of Nations: Deadly crush reported at Cameroon stadium
Six people are reportedly killed and dozens hurt in a crush outside a stadium in Cameroon.
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Koshka Duff: Met apology to woman over language in strip search
Police apologise to an academic over the "sexist, derogatory and unacceptable" language.
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George Floyd: Three ex-officers face civil rights trial
Federal prosecutors allege the former officers "wilfully deprived" George Floyd of his civil rights.
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Sex trafficking: Children groomed in Romania sent to UK
BBC correspondent Jean Mackenzie finds children as young as 10 are being groomed in Romania, to be trafficked to the UK.
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Nusrat Ghani: Ex-minister's claims reignite rows over Tories and Islam
The ex-minister's accusations prompt wider questions over how the party handles discrimination cases.
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How anti-social behaviour can devastate lives
BBC Panorama investigates what can happen when anti-social behaviour escalates.
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Sunday, 23 January 2022
Rams dump champions Bucs out of play-offs after incredible finish in Tampa
The Los Angeles Rams end the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' hopes of back-to-back Super Bowl wins with a stunning victory in the play-offs.
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The Papers: Russia-Ukraine tensions and No 10 police quizzed
The papers report on the partygate investigation and fears that gas prices might rise if Russia invades Ukraine.
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Officer hit by motorbike going wrong way on M25 airlifted to hospital
A police officer is airlifted to hospital following the crash, while a 26-year-old man is arrested.
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John Lewis says it is wrong to cut sick pay for unjabbed staff
Unlike rivals, the retailer says all staff get full sick pay regardless of vaccination status.
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Sublime Ziyech strike helps Chelsea beat Tottenham for third time in three weeks
Two second-half goals, including a brilliant strike from Hakim Ziyech, help Chelsea beat Tottenham for the third time in three weeks.
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Saturday, 22 January 2022
The Papers: Partygate probe and Whitehall return to office row
The papers report on the inquiry into alleged parties at Downing Street and an MP's claim she lost a ministerial post due to her "Muslimness".
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German navy chief resigns over Ukraine comments
Kay-Achim Schönbach said the idea that Russia wanted to invade Ukraine was nonsense.
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England routed by West Indies in first T20
England's batting woes cross formats and continents as they are routed by West Indies in the first T20 international in Barbados.
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Anoosheh Ashoori: Iranian-Briton to start hunger strike in prison
The 67-year-old engineer from London hopes the strike will bring attention to those unfairly held in Iran.
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Briton confirmed dead and one injured in Thailand, amid attack reports
The second man was taken to hospital following an incident in Kanchanaburi, the Foreign Office says.
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Jean-Jacques Savin: French adventurer dies crossing Atlantic Ocean
Jean-Jacques Savin, who was 75, had previously made the voyage in a large barrel.
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Friday, 21 January 2022
First-time buyer: 'I couldn't keep paying so much rent'
There were a record number of first-time buyers in 2021, figures from lender Halifax suggest.
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Gabby Petito: Boyfriend of blogger 'responsible' for her murder
Brian Laundrie admitted in a journal to killing Gabby Petito during a cross-country trip, says the FBI.
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Afghan women taken from their homes after speaking out
The BBC searches for an Afghan woman removed from her home after protesting against Taliban rule.
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Carlow body: Inquiry after 'dead man' brought into post office
Reports suggest a deceased pensioner was "propped up by two men" who tried to claim his pension.
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A1(M) crash: Woman critical after car plunges from bridge
The Vauxhall Astra went through a barrier and landed on its roof when it plunged onto the A1 (M).
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Five slices of Meat Loaf: Iconic moments on the BBC
He'd do anything for fun... Watch our highlights from Meat Loaf's many BBC appearances over the decades.
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Do Ukrainians and Russians believe a full-scale war is possible?
Amid growing fears of a Russian invasion, BBC correspondents gauge the public mood in Kyiv and Moscow.
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Covid vaccinations: Anti-vaxers use 'crime number' to try to halt jabs
Police say the number merely acknowledges an allegation - not that a crime has been committed.
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Thursday, 20 January 2022
Capitol riot inquiry asks Ivanka Trump to voluntarily testify
Congressional investigators believe she pressed her father to try to call off the rioters.
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Pastor Mick: Duke and Duchess show support for Burnley charity
Prince William and Catherine visit a Burnley charity set up during the pandemic to help those in need.
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Lone women drivers are top priority, says AA after tweet backlash
The firm came under fire after it told a customer it did not put calls from lone women drivers first.
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Peloton shares dive on report it halted production
The firm's shares fell more than 20% as investors worry that demand for its pricey exercise machines is waning.
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Rare twin elephants born in Kenya
Twins account for only 1% of elephant births, with the last known birth recorded in 2006.
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Paris Fashion Week: Louis Vuitton shows Virgil Abloh's last collection
The French fashion house pays tribute to its late artistic director during Paris Fashion Week.
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Teen becomes youngest woman to fly solo around the world
Zara Rutherford, 19, has arrived back in Belgium after her five-month journey over 52 countries.
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Wednesday, 19 January 2022
Roeburndale bridge collapse: Partner pays tribute to victim
Brian Harwood, 73, was among 11 people travelling in a vehicle and trailer that fell into a river.
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Bergwijn's astonishing injury-time double snatches Spurs victory at Leicester
Steven Bergwijn scores two injury-time goals as Tottenham snatch an incredible win at Leicester in a thrilling finish.
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Christian Wakeford's long walk to defection
The MP's journey from the Tories to Labour follows ideological doubts and a lengthy wooing process.
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Unilever says it will not increase £50bn bid for rival
Consumer goods giant Unilever says it will not sweeten its bid for the healthcare arm of GlaxoSmithKline.
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'We hope that she's doing OK' - leading players call for information on Peng's wellbeing
Victoria Azarenka, Naomi Osaka and Ashleigh Barty call for more information on Chinese player Peng Shuai's wellbeing.
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Tuesday, 18 January 2022
Texas synagogue siege: Teens held in UK released without charge
Greater Manchester Police say the pair, detained in south Manchester, have not been charged.
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Channel migrants: MPs criticise use of navy to tackle English Channel crossings
A former minister says the navy would just be helping Border Force be a "more efficient taxi service".
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Coercive behaviour: Carwyn Roberts controls girlfriend
He met his girlfriend on Plenty of Fish and also lied about a £300,00 inheritance, court hears.
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Team GB gymnasts join defibrillator campaign
Becky and Ellie Downie have joined a defibrillator campaign after their brother suffered a cardiac arrest.
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Ashling Murphy: 'Community is needed to overcome such evil'
Mourners say "nothing is going to be the same again" after the killing of Ashling Murphy.
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Mobile firms agree another 5G delay at US airports
Airlines have pushed for postponement, saying risks from 5G will force them to cancel flights.
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Monday, 17 January 2022
Morrisons confirms sick pay cut for unvaccinated staff
The supermarket joins a list of firms which pay the legal minimum to unvaccinated staff obliged to isolate.
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Plastic crisis needs binding treaty, report says
Pollution from plastics is a global emergency in need of a robust UN treaty, according to a report.
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The papers: Cummings claims PM lied, and energy bills warning
A mix of stories lead Tuesday's newspaper front pages, including the latest on the No 10 parties row.
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Government defeated as Lords vote to make misogyny a hate crime
Peers vote to make misogyny a hate crime and block new powers to impose conditions on noisy protests.
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Russia-Ukraine crisis: UK sending weapons to defend Ukraine, says defence secretary
The defence secretary says he is sending short-range anti-tank missiles amid Russian invasion fears.
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Women's safety: 'I begged the bus driver to let me travel home safely'
A disabled woman calls for a greater understanding of female safety after she "begged" a bus diver to let her travel home.
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Braintree missing cat found after owner hears meow on vet's phone
Barnaby's owner recognises his distinctive meow while on the phone to her vet.
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Russia-Ukraine crisis: Why Brussels fears Europe is 'closest to war' in decades
Fears are rising over Russia's plans to shake up the region, writes BBC Europe editor Katya Adler.
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Sunday, 16 January 2022
Ruth Davidson had mental health concerns over leader role
The former Scottish Tory leader said she almost did not stand as leader, fearing her mental health history would be revealed.
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Funeral costs drop for first time in 18 years
A report says the cost fell by 3.1% but the cheapest type of funeral - a direct cremation - rose in price.
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The Papers: PM quizzed on parties as he battles 'to save skin'
Reports of measures Boris Johnson is taking in a bid to hold onto his premiership dominate Monday's papers.
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Britain's most dangerous roads
Panorama has investigated the roads that kill a jumbo jet's worth of people every three months.
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Covid vaccine: Your concerns answered
BBC Reality Check answers your vaccine concerns - from pregnancy fears to production speed.
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Energy bills: 'It feels like I'm sleeping outside'
People tell of their struggles to cope, with energy bills set to soar by more than £700 this year.
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'Everton owner Moshiri gambled big time on Benitez - and lost'
BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at Rafael Benitez's almost seven-month reign as Everton boss and what next for the club.
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Cladding crisis: Norwegian wealth fund urged to pressure firms and builders
Grenfell survivors have asked a huge public fund to have 11 firms "resolve" buildings' fire safety defects.
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Saturday, 15 January 2022
Nino Cerruti: Italian fashion great dies aged 91
The celebrated designer and businessman once said: "I have always dressed the same person, myself."
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‘It’s hard to see how Benitez survives’ - is Norwich defeat one too many for Everton boss?
Under pressure in person, online and on air, how long can Rafael Benitez stay in control of a downwardly mobile Everton?
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Aston Villa 2-2 Manchester United: Philippe Coutinho scores on debut to rescue point for hosts
Philippe Coutinho scores on his Aston Villa debut to earn Steven Gerrard's side a point at home to Manchester United.
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Novak Djokovic: Court to decide player's Australian Open fate
Judges will hear the player's appeal against his visa being revoked on grounds of public interest.
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Friday, 14 January 2022
Prince Andrew: Ruthless royals move to limit the damage
The Royal Family has tried to distance itself from the allegations facing Prince Andrew.
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Single page of Spider-Man comic sells for over $3.3m
An auction house in Dallas erupted into cheers when the record-smashing bid won out.
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Ex-supermarket boss Lord Sainsbury of Preston Candover dies at 94
The company's current chief executive described John Sainsbury as a "shopkeeper to his core".
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Ashling Murphy: 'What happened to her could have happened to me'
People across Ireland came together in solidarity, rage and grief at the killing of Ashling Murphy.
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Squalor of Sheffield autistic man's attic 'prison' revealed in picture
Police picture shows inside the bedroom where a vulnerable 22-year-old was kept for seven months.
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Thursday, 13 January 2022
NI murder victims 'not warned they were targets'
The police ombudsman has published a report on Ulster Defence Association attacks during the Troubles.
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Don't use refund firms to claim tax rebates, says Which?
The consumer group says people are paying third party firms hundreds of pounds unnecessarily.
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The papers: Prince Andrew 'throne out' as Queen strips his titles
The Queen removing Prince Andrew's military titles and royal patronages dominates the front pages.
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Greyfriars Bobby and the dogs immortalised in statues
On the 150th anniversary of his death, we tell the story of Bobby and some other dogs who have inspired statues.
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A peek into Jewish life before World War Two
A huge trove of artefacts that was saved from the Nazis offers a fascinating glimpse of a lost era.
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Quiz of the week: Why was a rat awarded a medal?
How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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The 'green' row over the UK's largest renewable power plant
The UK's wood-burning Drax power plant hopes to expand but faces questions on its green credentials.
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Secret audio sheds light on toppled dictator’s frantic last hours
The BBC has obtained extraordinary recordings believed to be of phone calls made by Tunisian ex president Zine al-Abidine Ben Ali as he flew out of the country in 2011.
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'As a black woman in STEM I'm used for photo opportunities'
Chemist Cynthia Chapple talks about how to get more black girls from inner-cities into STEM careers.
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Ukraine crisis: Risks remain as Russia and West talk
After a week of talks, there is no sign of Russia pulling back its forces from areas near Ukraine.
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South Korea: The celebrity tattooist criminalised for his art
Doy is one of South Korea's most famous tattoo artists, but also a criminal for doing his job.
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Africa Cup of Nations is 'a sign of representation' for UK fans
As the Africa Cup of Nations returns, Newsbeat speaks to fans supporting their home nations.
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Dutch King Willem-Alexander retires coach amid slavery row
Critics say the carriage depicts an image that celebrates the Netherlands' slave-owning past.
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London 'hitman' on trial over plot to kill Pakistani activist in Netherlands
Muhammad Gohir Khan is accused of agreeing to kill a Pakistani military critic for £100,000.
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The puzzle of America's record Covid hospital rate
Europe has fewer Covid patients in hospital now. Why are the US and Canada bucking the Omicron trend?
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Wednesday, 12 January 2022
Berney Arms: The hamlet that has all but disappeared
What does the future hold for an isolated hamlet surrounded by marshland in Norfolk?
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The people using YouTube to pay for their French chateau
How chateaux owners are using advertising revenues from social media posts to earn a living.
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Covid: Hundreds in Wales take antiviral tablets
It is hoped the pills will reduce the number of people put in hospital by the virus.
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Hoda Muthana: Alabama IS bride loses appeal for return to US
US-born Hoda Muthana is a citizen and should be allowed to return with her son, the lawsuit argued.
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Kim Kardashian sued in crypto 'pump and dump' case
The star is one of three celebrity defendants being sued by investors in the EthereumMax crypto-currency..
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Baby found by teenagers in -20C in Siberia doing well
The girl was found by teens whose family now want to adopt her if relatives cannot be found.
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A trade deal with India in 2022 would be a big prize
The UK is starting ambitious negotiations with India, but that won't solve the problems with its overall trade strategy.
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The papers: PM's future on 'knife edge' amid 'operation save Boris'
The papers focus on Boris Johnson's future after he apologised for attending a drinks gathering in lockdown.
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Ronnie Spector: Be My Baby singer of The Ronettes dies at 78
The rock and roll super star was the lead singer of the 1960 pioneering all-girl group the Ronettes.
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Novak Djokovic: Newsreaders caught in expletive-laden rant
A leaked video shows Australian journalists giving candid opinions on the tennis star's visa saga.
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Sheffield couple found guilty of imprisoning autistic son
Lorna and Craig Hewitt had denied keeping Matthew Langley, 22, confined in a "disgusting" room.
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Tuesday, 11 January 2022
Can the 'Silver Fox' outwit Vladimir Putin?
Wendy Sherman, a former social worker-turned-top US diplomat, is helping lead the Russia talks.
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Biden calls for 'turning point' on election laws
The president warns of a "grave" threat to democracy, but Republicans say no such threat exists.
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The 52-year-search for a missing girl
On 12 January 1970, a British toddler disappeared from Fairy Meadow beach in NSW, Australia.
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The struggle to keep open London's 'friendliest stables'
How £1m was raised to save a stables helping disabled young people ride, groom and be around horses.
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In pictures: British tank soldiers' final year in Germany
Tobias Wilkinson spent a year documenting the Queen's Royal Hussars before their return home in 2019.
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Ukrainians wait as Russia faces off with the West
What Ukrainians think about the conflict threatening their country, as Russia and the West meet.
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Covid: Seth Burke, 13, returns home after weeks in hospital
Seth tested positive days after becoming the first wheelchair user sworn into the Welsh Youth Parliament.
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Ros Atkins on... Lockdown parties at No 10
The PM faces uproar about parties held at Downing Street when Covid-19 lockdown rules were in place.
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Covid: Quebec to impose health tax on unvaccinated Canadians
The unvaccinated represent 15% of the population, but over half of all hospital admissions.
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RSV: Parents should be alert to symptoms of common winter virus
As with Covid, most children have mild symptoms but a small number need hospital treatment.
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The papers: Is the party over for PM and 'contempt for victims'
The newspapers question Boris Johnson's future following the drinks event at No 10 during lockdown.
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BBC boss says personal error to blame for Alan Dershowitz interview
Director-general Tim Davie says a lack of "due diligence" was to blame when Alan Dershowitz was booked.
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Prince Charles commissions Holocaust survivor portraits
Seven survivors of the Holocaust are recorded in paintings to go on show at Buckingham Palace.
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Sacked belly-dancing teacher sparks Egypt debate over women's rights
Aya Yousef was sacked and divorced after she was filmed moving to music at a work social event.
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Covid: Matt Hancock contracts virus for second time
The former health secretary says he is self-isolating after the positive test result.
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Monday, 10 January 2022
Maya Angelou: Poet is first black woman on US quarter
The civil rights activist and writer is the first in a series of US women honoured on the US quarter.
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NHS staff: 'We're doing the absolute best we can'
A young frontline paramedic and doctor on the pressures of omicron on their work right now.
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The controversy of wood pellets as a green energy source
Wood pellets are touted as a 'green' way to make electricity, but many reject these claims.
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'Fans had no idea what was going on' - but Gerrard refuses to blame VAR for Villa's FA Cup exit
Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard accepted VAR's decision to rule out an equaliser for his side, but many watching the FA Cup defeat to Manchester United from home were left confused.
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Antarctica: Invasive species 'hitchhiking' on ships
Ships travelling to Antarctica could bring invasive species to the ocean’s last pristine ecosystem.
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PTSD: Ex-soldier builds castle as mental health rehab space
Mike Allen created the space as a "coping mechanism" and to help others with mental health issues.
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Why I went from being an actor to a clowndoctor
Scots actor Carmen Pieraccini says her most rewarding role is being a clowndoctor for sick children.
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Petrol prices: Are we paying too much at the pump?
Fuel retailers face calls to reduce prices, as the cost of living rises
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#NoSpendJanuary: Can it really be done?
Every year, the hashtag #nospendjanuary is seen on social media - but how literally do people take it?
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The papers: 'Downing It Street' and pressure grows to cut isolation
News that people were invited to a Downing Street garden party during lockdown leads most of the papers.
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Man gets genetically-modified pig heart in world-first transplant
David Bennett, 57, is doing well three days after surgery, doctors in Baltimore, Maryland, say.
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Sunday, 9 January 2022
'They looted everything': Counting the cost of Kazakh protests
Violent protests have left Kazakhstan stunned and angry, the BBC's Abdujalil Abdurasulov finds.
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Virgin and O2 users to not face EU roaming charges
Virgin Media O2 says it will not reintroduce fees for mobile data use and calls in EU countries.
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India begins booster shots as Covid-19 cases surge
Frontline workers and vulnerable adults will get booster jabs as the country battles a spike in cases.
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The Papers: 'Living with Covid' plan and 5 day isolation support
Several of Monday's papers carry reports on how the UK might navigate the next phase of the pandemic.
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Paralympic swimmer Will Perry 'sick to death' of dwarfism abuse
A Paralympic swimmer calls for people's support to end the ridiculing of people with dwarfism.
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Cost of living: 'I do struggle to pay my bills'
"Fuel prices have increased, food prices have increased, rents have increased," says a retired teacher.
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Air pollution: Delhi's smog problem is rooted in India's water crisis
Years of ill-conceived farming practices have contributed to India's worsening air pollution.
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Calls to male sexual abuse helpline double in 2021
Demand for support through a helpline for male survivors of sexual abuse grew by 110% last year.
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The AI software that could turn you in to a music star
Artificial intelligence is now smart enough to write tracks that earn streaming service royalties.
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Gloucestershire course helps ex-offenders start fitness career
A college is helping former offenders and recovering addicts achieve qualifications in the fitness industry.
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Covid in schools: 'Fresh air will help stop the spread'
Classroom windows are open this winter in line with Covid advice to keep England's schools ventilated.
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Saturday, 8 January 2022
Year of the Dog: Film shows 'lifeline' between homeless people and their dogs
Primal Scream's Simone Butler challenges perceptions about the relationship in Year of the Dog.
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Afcon Cameroon 2022: Playing football in the shadow of a rebellion
Africa's top football tournament is about to start in Cameroon, despite a bitter four-year conflict.
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The Ashes: Watch the best shots from Zak Crawley's half-century against Australia
Watch the best shots from Zak Crawley's impressive half-century on day five of the fourth Ashes Test in Sydney.
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The Ashes: Cameron Green dismisses impressive Zak Crawley for 77
England lose the impressive Zak Crawley for 77 as he is trapped lbw by Cameron Green as Australia chase victory on day five of the fourth Ashes Test in Sydney.
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NFL play-offs: Which teams can qualify on final day of regular season?
Three play-off spots and crucial post-season seedings - BBC Sport's guide to what's at stake on the final day of the NFL's regular season.
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The Papers: 'End of free lateral flow tests' and 'stop mass jabs'
Sunday's front pages carry reports on what the future of living with Covid might start to look like.
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Ashley Cole: Police investigate racist abuse towards ex-England defender at Swindon
Police are investigating racist abuse that was directed at ex-England defender Ashley Cole at Swindon's FA Cup clash with Manchester City.
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Friday, 7 January 2022
Dog theft: Fighting to bring Molly back home
Molly was stolen in July 2020. Her owner Ciara will never stop trying to find her.
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Sophia Duleep Singh: Princess and suffragette inspires children's book
Princess Sophia, who grew up in Suffolk, became a campaigner for women's rights in the 1900s.
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Ros Atkins on... the US Capitol riot anniversary
Simmering tensions remain one year on from unprecedented scenes in Washington DC.
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Snowdonia: ‘Don’t climb the mountain if you’re not prepared’
The rescue team for Snowdon had more call-outs in 2021 than ever before, amid a tourism surge.
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The Ashes: Jack Leach bowls Steve Smith for 23
Jack Leach bowls Australia's Steve Smith for 23 to take his second wicket on day four of the fourth Ashes Test in Sydney.
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Week in pictures: 1 - 7 January 2022
A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.
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Families seek justice for Iran plane crash victims
Two years on, the families of downed flight PS752 victims are left without answers.
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How KFC in Kenya got fried over its chip shortage
Kenyans called for a KFC boycott after it was discovered that its fries were imported from Egypt.
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The Ashes: Mark Wood removes David Warner early as he edges to substitute wicketkeeper Ollie Pope
Mark Wood removes David Warner early in Australia's second innings as he edges to substitute wicketkeeper Ollie Pope on day four of the fourth Ashes Test in Sydney.
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Covid: I'm unvaccinated and can't get fertility treatment
The Scottish government has deferred IVF treatment for unvaccinated women over Omicron concerns.
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Kazakhstan: 'Like something from an apocalypse film'
A BBC reporter sees the aftermath of protests and deadly violence in Kazakhstan's biggest city Almaty.
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Berlin cannibal jailed for murdering engineer
A German court finds a man guilty of murdering a man he met on an online dating site.
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Denmark frees suspected pirates in dinghy in Gulf of Guinea
The suspects had been detained at sea in the Gulf of Guinea in November. A fourth remains in custody.
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Thursday, 6 January 2022
Munich: Edge of War gives Neville Chamberlain a makeover
The Jeremy Irons and George MacKay film re-examines the events leading up to World War Two.
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The Ashes: Ben Stokes hits a half-century - best shots
With some luck on his side, Ben Stokes battles through injury to reach a half-century on day three of the fourth Ashes Test in Sydney.
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The Ashes: Stokes survives as ball hits off stump but bails remain on
Ben Stokes somehow survives as Cameron Green's delivery thuds into off stump but the bails remain planted on day three of the fourth Ashes Test in Sydney.
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Myanmar coup: The doctors and nurses defying the military
Many healthcare workers have refused to work in state hospitals and are now operating underground.
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The Papers: '1.2m more face 40p tax' and 'Prisoner Djokovic'
The papers report concerns about a looming cost of living crisis and the latest twist for Novak Djokovic.
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Ros Atkins on... Djokovic in immigration detention
The BBC's Ros Atkins looks at the twists and turns of the row over the tennis star's cancelled visa.
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Wednesday, 5 January 2022
Caviar sales soar as more people get a taste for posh fish eggs
Global producers of caviar say that demand has soared since the first lockdown.
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China: Is it burdening poor countries with unsustainable debt?
China has become a big lender to poorer countries, and there's been criticism of its approach.
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Dominant Chelsea beat Spurs in first leg of Carabao Cup semi-final
Chelsea deservedly beat Tottenham in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final, but had so many chances they should have already sealed their place at Wembley.
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Ghislaine Maxwell: Lawyers call for retrial over juror comments
A juror at the trial said he shared his own experience of sexual abuse to sway other jurors.
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The Papers: 'Colston four walk free' and 'go with your flow'
The papers report the decision of a Bristol jury to clear four protesters who toppled a statue last year.
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PMQs: Labour's Angela Rayner steps up call for 5% energy bill VAT cut
Angela Rayner says rising living costs are hitting families hard, but the PM insists help is available.
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Grammy Awards 2022: Omicron postpones music's biggest night
A new date for the music industry celebration in Los Angeles will be announced soon, organisers say.
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Tuesday, 4 January 2022
Snowbound in Virginia traffic for over 10 hours
One passenger's harrowing journey after heavy snowfall paralysed miles of highway in Virginia.
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Can a solar-power fridge get more people vaccinated?
A fridge designed for areas with no electricity is now helping dispense Covid vaccines in Kenya.
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Sound of 2022: Wet Leg 'started a band for fun, now it's doing really well'
Isle of Wight indie-pop duo Wet Leg finish second on the BBC Sound of 2022 new music list.
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The Papers: 'Ride the wave' and 'testing rules to be relaxed'
The papers cover the PM's hope that England can avoid more restrictions and plans to ease staff shortages.
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Kazakhstan unrest: State of emergency declared after fuel protests
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev declares a two-week state of emergency including curbs on movement.
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Covid: Critical incidents declared over staff shortages
Norfolk's health care system is placed on the highest alert as other health trusts raise the alarm.
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Monday, 3 January 2022
Is there a better way to make new resolutions stick?
There are lots of apps that promise to make you healthier and happier but are they any good?
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How my pregnancy led to a life-changing diagnosis
Helena Merriman was diagnosed with otosclerosis, which causes hearing loss, after her second child was born.
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Elizabeth Holmes: Theranos founder convicted of fraud
A jury found the Silicon Valley ex-CEO guilty on four of 11 counts after seven days of deliberations.
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'I was a heroin addict - now I'm guarding Buckingham Palace'
How a heroin addict got himself off drugs to become a Scots Guard.
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The Papers: NHS staffing 'crisis' and 'secret' Epstein deal
The front pages focus on Covid's impact on the NHS and a 2009 deal between Epstein and Virginia Giuffre.
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Wright beat Smith in thriller to win second world darts title
Scotsman Peter Wright overcomes England's Michael Smith 7-5 to win his second PDC World Darts Championship.
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Sunday, 2 January 2022
Games to look out for in 2022
The BBC's gaming reporter Steffan Powell runs through what to look out for over the coming year.
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Kunal Kamra: The comedians under fire from Hindu nationalists
Kunal Kamra and Munawar Faruqui talk to the BBC about having shows cancelled in the face of right-wring ire.
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Can fitness apps be as effective as a personal trainer?
A growing number of fitness apps use artificial intelligence software to personalise workouts.
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Memorial: Russia’s civil rights group uncovering an uncomfortable past
Memorial, one of the oldest civil rights groups in Russia, was uncovering uncomfortable truths for the authorities.
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How Falklands War and rugby led to 40-year friendship
How Argentine prisoner of war and his Welsh guard struck an unlikely friendship on a mutinous ship.
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Sound Of 2022: Lola Young's slow-burning anthems are bubbling over
After recording the John Lewis Christmas song, Lola Young's smouldering songs are aimed at the top.
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Books 2022: A pick of what's coming up
Love reading? We're here with a taste of new titles you might want on your wishlist.
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Brown 'no longer a Buc' after walking off in middle of NFL game
Wide receiver Antonio Brown is "no longer" with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers after dramatically walking out of their game at the New York Jets.
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MOTD2 analysis: 'Goal of the season contender' - How Kovacic scored his 'unbelievable' goal
Match of the Day 2's Mark Chapman, Jermaine Jenas and Alan Shearer look at the "individual brilliance" of Mohamed Salah and Mateo Kovacic, who both scored during Chelsea and Liverpool's 2-2 draw.
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The Papers: 'Backlash' at masks in schools and NHS staffing 'crisis'
Several front pages report on the impact of coronavirus on schools and staff shortages in the NHS.
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Emily in Paris: Ukraine complains over Kiev character stereotype
Ukraine's culture minister has described the portrayal of a character from Kiev as 'insulting'.
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Saturday, 1 January 2022
Dogs trained to sniff out high risk animal imports
The dogs can detect products that carry a risk of diseases such as African swine fever or foot and mouth.
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Light pollution: Parkour group saving energy by turning off city lights
A group of young men are using their gymnastic abilities to reduce the impact of light pollution in their hometown.
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Climate change: Living by coal tip leaves family fearing rain
Phil Thomas has even thought about which way to run "if something starts pouring down the hill".
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Weight loss transformation for army veteran with PTSD
An ex-soldier from Cannock loses eight stone after running helped his mental health crisis.
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In the footsteps of the women who escaped a Nazi death march
When Gwen Strauss' great-aunt revealed she had led nine women in an escape from a Nazi death march in 1945, Gwen decided to retrace their steps.
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2022 sporting calendar: Big events from Winter Olympics to the World Cup
The Winter Olympics, Commonwealth Games, Women's Euros and the men's World Cup are just some of the big events taking place in 2022.
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‘The doctors came and I had to tell my father he was dying’
Is it always appropriate for relatives to interpret for deaf loved ones?
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Match of the Day analysis: Why Arsenal were 'outstanding' despite losing to Man City
Match of the Day's Ian Wright and Dion Dublin look at the reasons why Arsenal were able to "impose" themselves so well on Manchester City, despite eventually losing 2-1.
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Covid: Workplaces told to plan for absences of up to 25%
Rising Covid cases could see a worst case scenario of up to a quarter of staff off work, the government says.
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Colorado wildfire: Three people reported missing and presumed dead
A local sheriff previously said it had been a miracle no one was reported missing or dead.
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The Papers: Masks back in classrooms and 'Andrew must go'
Sunday's papers cover new rules for England's schools and the fallout of the Maxwell trial for Prince Andrew.
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