More festivals face cancellation without government aid
Over a quarter of 2021's music festivals have been scrapped but organisers say others are under threat. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Friday, April 30, 2021
Covid: Australians could face jail or fines if they return from India
Australia makes it temporarily illegal to return from India, which is being ravaged by Covid-19. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ueMd...
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Florida plans to fine social media for banning politicians
The Florida bill proposes fines up to $250,000 per day for companies which violate the rules. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2R9GYvo ...
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Covid: Care home isolation rule axed for low-risk trips in England
The rules will be relaxed in England - allowing for trips without 14 days' quarantine afterwards. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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South Asians in UK at greater risk from Covid
People from an Indian, Pakistani or Bangladeshi background suffered more, the Lancet study shows. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gW0...
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Clubbing returns: 'This is the best day of my life'
For the first time since the pandemic began, a nightclub opens its doors. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3u9R6my
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Do you know where plastic waste in the oceans is coming from?
The Ocean Cleanup suggests plastic pollution comes from more rivers in the world than previously thought. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Covid-19: Campaign for St Paul's memorial to virus victims
It would see an online book of remembrance installed in a new structure at the cathedral. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3358Jbi
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Wood burners: Sale of coal and wet wood restricted in England
Owners of wood burners and open fires will need to burn cleaner alternatives as new rules come into force. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Why is this the 'most instagrammable' bird?
How a study designated the rare, odd-looking frogmouth the most instagrammable of avian species. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gSPR...
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HMS Unicorn goes under the microscope for preservation project
A major survey of HMS Unicorn is under way in Dundee as part of a major preservation project. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3aOBAEU ...
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Planning my 'big Greek wedding' in a pandemic
Restrictions on wedding guest numbers are due to be lifted on 21 June, but couples are still anxious. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Week in pictures: 24 - 30 April 2021
A selection of powerful images taken around the world this week. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2R9AXyO
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Long-distance relationships are tough - but lockdown helped this couple
"In the first lockdown we couldn't see each other. This is round two, just an ocean apart." from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Bobby Sands: The hunger strike that changed the course of N Ireland's conflict
A hunger strike in which 10 IRA prisoners died was a watershed in the Troubles, says Peter Taylor. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3xy...
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Domestic Abuse Bill: For these victims, a new law is long overdue
The landmark Domestic Abuse Bill became law this week. Two survivors describe what it means for them. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Britney Spears: Does the latest documentary tell us anything new?
Another new documentary examining the singer's conservatorship is released this weekend. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3eceH0t
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Singapore: What's it like in the best place to live during Covid?
As the pandemic continues to devastate, one Asian island has emerged as the best place to ride it out. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Election 2021: 'I was homeless now I'm voting for the first time'
Aaron Scullion was homeless at 21 but he now has a job and home and is voting for the first time. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nzn...
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Covid: Pakistan fears 'Impending doom' threatens Pakistan
A slow vaccine roll out, no lockdown and large gatherings are concerning doctors in Pakistan. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gSR3aT ...
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Barclays boss predicts biggest economic boom since 1948
Jes Staley gives his upbeat assessment on the day Barclays reveals profits have more than doubled. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gR...
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These people aren't real but could help tackle bias in tech
How technology that generates fake faces is helping to tackle bias in facial recognition systems. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3xAC...
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Julia James: Community officer died from significant head injuries
Police say they have no motive or suspects following the death of PCSO Julia James near Dover. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gP7p4g...
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Covid-19: Millions living in areas with no deaths and vaccine rollout extended
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3aQWyTy
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Thursday, April 29, 2021
Covid in NI: Shops, pubs, cafes and gyms to reopen
Many lockdown restrictions are being lifted but hospitality businesses may only operate outdoors. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2SgL...
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Capt Sir Tom 100: Family and celebrities embark on their own '100 challenge'
Celebrities including David Beckham are also marking what would have been Captain Sir Tom's 101st birthday. from BBC News - Home https...
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Covid deaths: More than 20m living in areas with zero Covid deaths
Analysis by the BBC suggests the UK is moving into a new phase of the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3xAfMGK
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Covid vaccine offered to 40-year-olds in England
Nine out of every 10 people aged 45 and over have now had a jab in England, NHS officials say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3eJgvNb...
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Ghislaine Maxwell: Lawyers release photo that shows bruised face
Lawyers release a photo of the British socialite with what looks like bruising under her left eye. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Sa...
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World's longest pedestrian suspension bridge to open in Portugal
Local residents tested out the 500m walkway, which spans a gorge in Portugal's Arouca Geopark. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/333...
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Bradley to host BBC's new Blankety Blank series
Bradley Walsh will host popular the resurrected game show after the success of a festive special. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3e4A...
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Restaurants struggle to find staff ahead of reopening
Some venues may have to limit their opening hours after more than one in ten hospitality workers left the sector. from BBC News - Home htt...
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One in seven shops lie empty after lockdown
Research suggests the number of shop vacancies has risen again, with the North of England worse hit. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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'Heartbreaking' return to St Vincent's volcano-hit 'red zone'
The BBC accompanies a school teacher back to a village in St Vincent's restricted volcano-damaged 'red zone'. from BBC News - ...
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Student university complaints reach highest level
The universities watchdog received 2,604 complaints in 2020, with £742,132 paid as compensation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32XSE...
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England's 20th Century coastal communities seen from above
Photos of England's popular coastal communities seen from the air during the 20th Century. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3aO7jGe...
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Henny Beaumont: Painting the female victims of violence
Illustrator and cartoonist Henny Beaumont on why she's memorialising female victims of violence. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Xueli Abbing: The abandoned baby who became a Vogue model
The 16-year-old's albinism led to her being abandoned as a baby but she is now a successful model. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Boris Johnson flat row: What do we know about the PM’s finances?
With controversy over the Downing Street flat redecoration, how much does the prime minister earn? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3u7...
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How a cover band inspired Royal Blood's new music
Frontman Mike Kerr says he ditched dozens of songs after watching tribute act Royal Monster in 2018. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Israel stampede: Dozens killed in crush at religious festival
Emergency services confirm dozens have been killed and many more wounded in north-east Israel. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gOf3Ma...
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Amazon hopes pandemic habits stick after profits triple
The tech giant may be entering a "golden age" as the pandemic boosts its range of businesses. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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The Papers: 'Strictly want Carrie' and Clarke denies claims
Friday's papers continue to report the row over the PM's flat - and allegations against actor Noel Clarke. from BBC News - Home ht...
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Wednesday, April 28, 2021
DUP: Who are the leadership contenders?
BBC News NI looks at three names being tipped as possible successors to Arlene Foster. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Rb2y2p
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Arlene Foster: Removal of DUP leader is total mess, says party source
There are concerns in the party it could lead to an early election for the Northern Ireland Assembly. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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PM needs independent standards adviser - Labour
Boris Johnson is coming under pressure to declare when he paid for Downing Street flat refurbishments. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Samsung: Handsets push profits to pre-pandemic highs
Samsung Electronics strong profits were dented by disappointing results for its chips business. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3u6jCF...
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NSPCC child abuse helpline has record call numbers in pandemic
The NSPCC says the figures echo fears that lockdown school closures left children more vulnerable. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dX...
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Free e-cigarettes for smokers in A&E trial
Patients will be selected randomly to measure how successful vaping can be in helping people to quit. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Call for Snowdon to only be known by Welsh name Yr Wyddfa
The highest mountain in Wales, Snowdon - also known as Yr Wyddfa - stands at 3,560ft (1,085m). from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32X0ca7...
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Students want sexual consent test in university
Most students back an assessment for students to show they "fully understand" consent, says survey. from BBC News - Home https:/...
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NRA's Wayne LaPierre elephant hunt video sparks outrage
In 2013 Wayne LaPierre was filmed repeatedly shooting an elephant, struggling to kill it. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3t12M9N
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India Covid-19: Deadly second wave spreads from cities to small towns
The virus is spreading to remote corners of India where healthcare is poor and the crisis under-reported. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Covid: Turkey prepares for its first full lockdown
Turkey was seen as a success story early in the pandemic but now has the highest infection rate in Europe. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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eBay launches new trainer authentication scheme
A new authentication scheme is launching in the UK to help spot counterfeit trainers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3vFwC5B
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The Troubles: Searching for the 'angel' who saved my life
Peter was shot and paralysed during Northern Ireland's Troubles. He is now hoping to find Betsy, the nurse who helped him through that t...
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Silverdale stink: 'My house and children's toys all smell of landfill'
Residents living near a Silverdale landfill site say their physical and mental health is suffering. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3g...
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Covid in India: Sikh temple offers drive-through oxygen
More than 1,000 people have used the service being offered by one Gurdwara in Uttar Pradesh. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3vpnKAM
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2021 elections: A simple guide to the Scottish, Welsh and local elections
A bumper crop of elections are being held on 6 May across England, Scotland and Wales. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2NKWJYi
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Line Of Duty: 'My favourite thing is reading the wild fan theories'
Martin Compston, who plays DI Steve Arnott, reveals what happens off-screen on the hit drama. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gK3UMn ...
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Housing: 'Trying to buy in this market is painful'
UK property transactions in March 2021 were at their highest level since records began in 2005, according to the HMRC. from BBC News - Hom...
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Zac Easter: He left his brain behind to save others from his fate
Zac Easter killed himself at the age of 24, having suffered for years from a debilitating disease caused by the sport he loved. from BBC N...
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The 'forgotten' Afghan refugees taking their own lives
Many Afghan refugees who spent years stranded in Indonesia awaiting resettlement have lost hope. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3eBoK...
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Why virtual away days may be here to stay
Firms have been holding away days online to boost morale and team sprit during the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3sZjDtp
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They are killing our forest, Brazilian tribe warns
The Awa, who have been called "the most threatened tribe on earth", face fresh challenges in Brazil. from BBC News - Home https:...
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The Papers: 'Boris painted into corner' and how to get 'fancy wallpaper'
The papers report the Electoral Commission's probe into funding the refurbishment of the PM's flat. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Tuesday, April 27, 2021
Biden to sell historic spending plans in speech to Congress
Speaking on the eve of his 100th day in office, the Democrat will propose $4tn (£2.9tn) in spending. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2...
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Lotus to launch last pure petrol sports car
The Emira will be the carmaker's last conventionally powered model, as it prepares for an all-electric future. from BBC News - Home ht...
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Covid: One dose of vaccine halves transmission - study
People who get coronavirus after their first jab are up to 49% less likely to pass it on, research suggests. from BBC News - Home https://...
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Self-driving cars to be allowed on UK roads this year
The government previously said it hoped to legalise hands-free driving by spring 2021. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3sVlHTj
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Covid vaccine: Sore arm and headache most common side effects
A UK study of more than 600,000 people found reactions to the jabs were "mild and short-lived". from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Boris Johnson faces MPs amid questions over Downing Street flat revamp
Boris Johnson is under pressure to give full details of how refurbishments to his home were paid for. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Business leaders set out plan for Covid recovery
A new relationship between business and government could boost economic growth, says Covid Recovery Commission. from BBC News - Home https...
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Internet access: 1.5m UK homes still offline, Ofcom finds
People without internet access were most likely to be aged over 65 or live in low income households. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Demand high as cruises gear up for a restart
Cruises around England can resume in May, and operator Fred Olsen says it's already sold two thirds of its capacity. from BBC News - H...
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Richard Pusey: Australian jailed for filming dying officers
Richard Pusey is sentenced to 10 months jail for filming dying police officers at a crash scene. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2PsBR...
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Burkina Faso ambush: Spaniards and Irishman killed after abduction
Two Spanish journalists, an Irish national and a local soldier were abducted by gunmen on Monday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3aDs...
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Family-meal image wins international food photo contest
A photo of a family preparing a meal in China wins Pink Lady Food Photographer of the Year 2021. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dWr9...
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Children of the 90s study: 'I feel privileged to be part of it'
In 1991, Bristol University began tracking 14,000 pregnant women - and it's still studying their children. from BBC News - Home https:...
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Birds of Oz: The charming natives that found TikTok fame
A colourful set of Australian birds has attracted a surprise global following on social media. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3noINAN...
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Why a US photographer says 'sorry for the war'
Peter van Agtmael chronicles the perception of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and their realities. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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CEO Secrets: Why crying can help you succeed in business
Tina Chen explains how it can be tough starting a business on your own in a new country. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3voecpB
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'This bank has changed people's lives'
Eight locations across the UK are testing ideas aimed at ensuring future access to cash for those who need it. from BBC News - Home https:...
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Dog theft: Simple tips to stop your puppy being pinched
With dog thefts on the rise, here are some tips on how you can keep your dog as safe as possible. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dUA...
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Emilia Clarke on the book that helped her to grieve for her dad
Jenny Diski's writing was "tonic for the soul" for the Game of Thrones star after her father died. from BBC News - Home http...
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Kenyans bitter over al-Qaeda US embassy compensation snub
Kenyan victims of 1998 US embassy bombing lament exclusion from $335m compensation deal. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nrrJtE
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Kuwait: Murder spurs demands for greater safety for women
The killing by the woman's alleged harasser fuels outrage over women's safety in the Gulf state. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Mon Laferte: Chile's pop export on repression and injustice
Musician Mon Laferte is releasing her first album since speaking out about the country's protests. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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The Papers: 'PM urged to come clean' and 'June olé days'
The papers report more claims in the Boris Johnson's flat row - and the return of Spanish holidays. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Monday, April 26, 2021
Cabinet to meet as PM tries to move past leaks
Ministers are to gather as a senior source says the government must now refocus on Covid and vaccines. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Lockdown fines: Fixed penalty notices should all be reviewed - MPs
Many of the 93,000 fixed penalties issued in England and Wales were discriminatory or unfair, MPs argue. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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US police mock dementia sufferer in 'torture' arrest
The Colorado officers are seen reviewing a clip where the 73-year-old's shoulder goes "pop". from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Lockdowns hurt child speech and language skills - report
Delays to speech and language skills are a top concern for primary schools, researchers say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3vnrW48
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Bafta TV Awards: Diversity's BGT routine up for must-see moment award
The controversial routine is among the nominees for Bafta's must-see TV moment of the last year. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Gavin Newsom: California's governor faces recall election
Gavin Newsom was up for re-election in 2022, but will now probably face a vote this autumn. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dSe8bD
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Ex-SAS soldier from Hereford set for solo row across Atlantic
Ian Rivers, who escaped across Syria in 2013, will use the stars and a sextant to navigate. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3npacCt
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Miscarriage rates 'over 40% higher' in black women
Everyone who has even one miscarriage should be offered tailored help and support, experts say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dTL2Z...
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Covid-19 in India: Visual guide to the crisis
Maps, charts and graphics explaining what is happening and what the authorities are doing about it. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2S...
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UK's first hijabi firefighter: ‘Firefighters don’t look like me’
Uroosa Arshid says she hopes other young Muslim women may feel inspired to follow in her footsteps. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2P...
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Recovering from lockdown: Five tips to boost your child's vocabulary
Research shows the lockdown has had an impact on young children's language skills. How can parents help? from BBC News - Home https://...
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Nigeria: The community that trades by barter instead of money
This Nigerian community still practices trade by barter, where goods are exchanged instead of money. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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India Covid: The messages deciding between life and death
Avani Singh was one of thousands of Indians who turned to social media to get help for her family. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dT...
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Afghan interpreters rejected for resettlement 'face death' after UK exit
Campaigners say many interpreters fired for trivial reasons are being unfairly barred from the UK. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gG...
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Electric cars: What will happen to all the dead batteries?
In the next 10 years millions of old electric car batteries will need to be recycled or discarded. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3xu...
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Inside a long Covid clinic: 'I want to play with my kids again'
Croydon University Hospital's clinic has already seen 1,000 patients, with another 500 on the waiting list. from BBC News - Home https...
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Sir Tom Jones: 'I might be old but my voice is still young'
The star on his lost McCartney collaboration, fighting US censors and why he's not a covers artist. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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France-Algeria relations: The lingering fallout from nuclear tests in the Sahara
France says the tests were carried out in uninhabited areas but local residents beg to differ. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nni07P...
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Coronavirus: Portugal records no daily deaths for first time since August
The last time the country recorded no coronavirus-related deaths in a 24-hour period was in August. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3x...
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Kanye West's Yeezy trainers sell for record $1.8m
The musician's prototype trainers are the first to fetch more than $1m at auction. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32N9llN
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Firefighter who became defining image of mountain gorse fire
A photo of firefighter Hayley Agnew became the defining image of the Slieve Donard gorse fire. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32SHU9X...
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Belfast girl goes from Park Runs to being world's fastest at 12
Belfast girl Emer McKee says she just tries to "run as fast as I can" after setting a new world 5km record for a 12-year-old. fr...
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The Papers: 'Boris on ropes' and new 'let Covid rip' claim
Tuesday's papers report controversy around the prime minister over comments allegedly made last year. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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'Why it is an honour to win such a physical Women's Six Nations final'
England prop Shaunagh Brown explains why it is an honour to play in and win such a physical Women's Six Nations final against France. ...
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Oscars 2021: Nomadland, Anthony Hopkins and Daniel Kaluuya share glory
Nomadland takes three top awards, with wins for British stars Sir Anthony Hopkins and Daniel Kaluuya. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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IPL: Ravichandran Ashwin, Adam Zampa, Kane Richardson & Andrew Tye leave amid Covid-19 concerns
Australians Adam Zampa, Kane Richardson and Andrew Tye return home from the IPL as India's Ravichandran Ashwin takes a break to support ...
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Inside the mind of European Super League architect Perez
Portrayed as greedy and some kind of devil figure for his role in plans for a European Super League, what is Florentino Perez really like? ...
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Sunday, April 25, 2021
Why Spurs face 'huge summer' after 'disastrous few months' – Jenas on what next for Tottenham
MOTD2 pundit and former Tottenham midfielder Jermaine Jenas explains why Spurs have got much bigger issues than Sunday's Carabao Cup fin...
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Turkmenistan celebrates new holiday to honour native dog breed
The president leads celebrations of the Alabay shepherd dog - a symbol of national cultural pride. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32P...
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Oscars 2021: 13 major red carpet looks from the Academy Awards
All the suits, sparkles and sequins from Sunday night's Academy Awards. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gEkBsQ
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Dominic Cummings allegations: Top civil servant to face MPs
The cabinet secretary is expected to say an inquiry into the leak of lockdown plans is ongoing. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32Kwdl...
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Chloe Zhao, from 'outsider' to Hollywood history-maker
Chinese-born, British-educated, US-based Zhao is the first woman of colour to win best director. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3eznD...
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Catalytic converters: Demand for precious metals drives surge in thefts
There has been a surge in offences as thieves cash in on the precious metals they contain. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dMNPDU
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The salmon you buy in the future may be farmed on land
A giant fish farm in Florida is rearing salmon for the US market in a huge indoor facility. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32KniAM
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Can Western brands recover from consumer backlash in China?
Some foreign companies are facing a boycott in China - they are not the first and won't be the last. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Facebook v Apple: The ad tracking row heats up
Why is there is a dispute between the two tech giants and does it matter to you? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gD7nMN
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'I will not return to work': Myanmar coup cripples healthcare system
Myanmar's medical workers are finding themselves torn between their patients and a military government. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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India Covid: Patients struggle at home as hospitals choke
India's Covid sick struggle to get treatment at home due to black marketing of oxygen and drugs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Space junk map tracks 200 ‘ticking time bombs’
Large defunct rocket bodies have the potential to break into thousands of pieces, threatening functioning satellites that provide vital serv...
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Shops, pubs and pools reopen in Scotland
Travel restrictions are also eased, allowing people to travel between Scotland and other parts of the UK. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Older workers 'see biggest jobs fall since 1980s'
There were 109,000 more jobless older workers between December and February than a year ago, a report says. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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The Papers: 'PM under pressure' and 'India at breaking point'
Several front pages continue to focus on questions facing Boris Johnson over the renovation of his Downing Street flat. from BBC News - Ho...
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'We do like a rave!' Inside the UK's last lesbian bars
There are only a few fixed lesbian venues left in the UK, and they are having to adapt to keep going. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Chernobyl nuclear disaster: ‘Three-day evacuation lasted 35 years’
Lyudmila Honchar was four when she had to leave her home in Pripyat, Ukraine after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Now she's going home....
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Cladding victims ‘let down by the system’
Bassel lost his flat in the war in Syria and is now at risk of losing everything again, as a victim of flammable cladding. from BBC News -...
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'Apocalyptic' landscape in aftermath of volcanic eruptions on St Vincent.
The island of St Vincent has been blanketed in ash, impacting infrastructure and agriculture. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3njW7WZ ...
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Menstrual leave: South Korea airline ex-CEO fined for refusing time off
Under South Korean law, women can ask for a day off each month if they have painful periods. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3xmNdN1
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PM's flat refurbishment 'came from his own pocket', says Liz Truss
Boris Johnson paid for the work, Liz Truss says, but she would not say if a Tory donor provided the money first. from BBC News - Home http...
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M62: Motorcyclist dies after crash with car on motorway
A 23-year-old man dies while a car driver is in a serious condition in hospital. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dMN2mf
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Kane, Aguero & De Bruyne could all be fit for Carabao Cup final
Tottenham's Harry Kane as well as Manchester City's Sergio Aguero and Kevin de Bruyne could all be fit for Sunday's Carabao Cup ...
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Laura Muir and Adelle Tracey win at USATF Grand Prix in Oregon
Britain's Adelle Tracey beats compatriot Jemma Reekie by one hundredth of a second to win the women's 800m at the USATF Grand Prix. ...
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Covid-19: Under-50s jab campaign and fans return to Wembley
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3evFnYF
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Covid in Scotland: Free test kits to be available on demand
The lateral flow test kits can be picked up from testing centres or ordered online from Monday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3tPxHq...
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India Covid: Patients dying without oxygen amid Delhi surge
Delhi hospitals run out of beds and oxygen as families struggle to save their loved ones. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2PjX7xI
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Saturday, April 24, 2021
'Tough' England show winning character but 'plan B' needed for World Cup
Head coach Simon Middleton hails his England side after they win a bruising encounter against France to claim a third successive Women's...
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Usman knocks out Masvidal to retain UFC welterweight title
Kamaru Usman scores a stunning second-round knockout to finish Jorge Masvidal and retain the undisputed UFC welterweight title. from BBC N...
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Dominic Cummings allegations: Labour calls for government to face MPs
Party wants a government minister to face questions in the Commons amid claims by former No 10 aide. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Iraq Covid hospital fire: At least 23 dead after 'oxygen tank explodes'
Flames across several floors lead to scenes of panic at a hospital in the Iraqi capital. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3sNau7h
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Oscars 2021: Stars prepare for in-person ceremony
The 93rd Academy Awards take place on Sunday night, from multiple locations around the world. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3xkFJKv ...
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Cisco says computer chip shortage to last six months
The semiconductor shortage is affecting firms from carmakers to smartphone manufacturers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3aBFuAZ
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Brazil: Environment police battle for Amazon rainforest
Riots, policy changes and funding cuts have all threatened the mission to protect the Amazon rainforest from deforestation. from BBC News ...
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TikTok: 'My nan has helped me get millions of views'
Lewis Leigh, 19, has attracted 1.2m followers on TikTok - with a little help from his family. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3eseftQ ...
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Oscars 2021: 'I don't mind being the underdog'
Irish animation studio Cartoon Saloon's latest film Wolfwalkers is up for an Oscar on Sunday night. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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How Armel Zola is helping people to 'stay positive' at home
The former footballer is teaching dancing in lockdown to young adults with Down's Syndrome. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3eswvD...
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Your pictures on the theme of 'fences'
A selection of striking images from our readers on this week's theme. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3tL6oxM
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Afghanistan War: How can the West fight terrorism after leaving?
As Western troops prepare to go, there are concerns over the future of counter-terrorism operations. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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The Voice: Grace Holden tells of opening up about her grief
Grace Holden found talking about her mum's death hard - until she opened up about it on The Voice. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Deaths climb as India reels from deadly Covid wave
Heart-wrenching images from crematoriums across the country capture the true toll of the virus. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2S5rAR...
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Screen time at 'breaking point' but can tech help?
There is growing evidence notifications and too much screen time can reduce attention and productivity. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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India Covid surge: Hospitals send SOS as record deaths registered
Patients are dying because of a lack of medical oxygen supplies, doctors warn. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dLbPXP
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Three-lorry M5 crash in Gloucestershire leaves driver dead
The fatal crash, on the M5 in Gloucestershire, closes the route between Thornbury and Stroud. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2QVaXao ...
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Razzies: Singer Sia named 'worst director' for controversial film Music
The pop star's directorial debut tops the infamous Razzies - the awards for the year's worst movies. from BBC News - Home https://...
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The real-life nomads of Nomadland
Meet the Americans whose lives on the road inspired the Oscar-nominated film. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3neXIgN
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Covid-19: Indian hospitals buckle under surge and US lifts J&J jab pause
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2QV89tS
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Slieve Donard: Firefighters return to tackle Mourne Mountain blaze
The public is urged to stay away from the area as the firefighting operation escalates. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32J1421
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Boris Johnson rebuts Dominic Cummings' attack on his integrity
Boris Johnson's former top adviser made a string of explosive allegations about the PM's conduct. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Friday, April 23, 2021
Covid-19: Israel records no daily deaths for the first time in 10 months
The drop in deaths is seen as a promising sign as Israel vaccinates more than 50% of its population. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Covid: 'Smell training' recommended for lost sense of smell
About one in five people say they still cannot smell properly eight weeks after a Covid infection. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3vk...
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Brexit: UK and Australia agree 'vast majority' of trade deal
A full trade agreement in principle should be agreed between the UK and Australia by June from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dKbe8N
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Myanmar: Military chief set to make first foreign trip since coup
The Jakarta regional summit will be Min Aung Hlaing's first trip since the army took power in a coup. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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The Papers: Cummings' 'war' with PM and 'No masks by summer'
Saturday's front pages focus on former No 10 adviser Dominic Cummings' attack on the prime minister. from BBC News - Home https://...
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Two 13-year-old boys desperate to get a vaccine
Vaccines are currently unlicensed for the under-16s and it's up to individual doctors to decide. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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George Floyd: Black Lives Matter protesters react to Chauvin conviction
Two young women who demonstrated after George Floyd's death react to Derek Chauvin's conviction. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Iceland volcano eruption: Music video and wedding filmed at Fagradalsfjall
How an Icelandic band and a marriage ceremony made the most of spectacular scenes at Fagradalsfjall. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Tokyo Olympics: The challenges of training in a Covid pandemic
Athletes tell us what it's like training for the world's biggest sporting event during a pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Week in pictures: 17 - 23 April 2021
A selection of powerful images taken around the world this week. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3vj5Nnd
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It's the Oscars 2021 - but how many people have seen the main films?
This year's Academy Awards take place on Sunday, with a largely low-key crop of contenders. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dO5Am...
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Mental health: Trauma, genocide and my invisible illness
The BBC's Victoria Uwonkunda fled Rwanda in 1994 but it took time to recognise the impact it had on her. from BBC News - Home https://...
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Telegram misogyny: 'They wanted to tie me and my child to a horse'
Abuse victims claim Telegram's moderators need to do more to tackle misogyny and other forms of hate. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Gregory's Girl: 'The affection for it overwhelms me'
The teenage romantic comedy set in a Scottish new town has been an enduring success for 40 years. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dLI...
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Palestinian election: Leaders face reckoning as rare vote looms
After years without polls, the Palestinian political landscape may be about to change dramatically. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3v...
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Working abroad: 'The pandemic just made it harder'
With global travel restrictions, Covid has had a huge impact on the lives of those working abroad. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3aC...
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Thursday, April 22, 2021
Covid-19: Patients die in Indian hospital ICU fire
It comes as hospitals in several states struggle with oxygen shortages amid a spike in Covid cases. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3d...
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Mount Everest: Coronavirus reaches world's tallest peak
The cases are a blow to Nepal, which relies on income from Everest climbs as a source of revenue. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3xkZ...
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Covid: Scientists find more evidence of human-to-cat transmission
Researchers at Glasgow University identified two cases where they believe cats developed Covid-19 after their owners. from BBC News - Home...
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Carabao Cup & Premier League predictions: Lawro v Wolf Alice bassist Theo Ellis
Mark Lawrenson takes on Wolf Alice bassist Theo Ellis to make predictions for this weekend's EFL Cup final and Premier League fixtures. ...
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Dozens injured in East Jerusalem clashes
Israeli police fire tear gas, trying to keep apart rival groups of Jewish activists and Palestinians. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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US President Joe Biden to 'propose hiking tax on rich'
The plan would increase US capital gains taxes and the top marginal income tax rate. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3aydyhv
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Uyghurs: MPs state genocide is taking place in China
More than a million people are estimated to have been detained at camps in the region of Xinjiang. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3tM...
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Tesla's Autopilot 'tricked' to operate without driver
A Model Y made multiple trips on a test track without a human in the driver's seat, engineers found. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Australia resists calls for tougher climate targets
The country remains out of step with other major nations by refusing to commit to deeper emissions cuts. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Scottish election 2021: Is this Scotland’s climate election?
We take a look at one of the big issues of this election – and one of the biggest facing the world. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3s...
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Covid: The man who took pictures of social distancing signs
Photographer Matthew Chattle has collected hundreds of images of social distancing floor signs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3sG1AZ...
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European Super League: Why were there no teams from Germany?
There's growing interest in the German model, where fans hold a controlling stake in the clubs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Q...
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Afghanistan: Have things improved since the Taliban?
With foreign forces due to leave later this year, what progress have Afghans seen in their lives? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3eom...
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Lockdown lip fillers gone wrong: 'My lips went black'
Clinics say more patients are needing help after going to unaccredited people during lockdown. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2QhcZ4L...
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Shopping in 10 minutes: The new supermarket battleground
A raft of app-based delivery systems now promise to bring you your groceries almost instantly. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nblXwl...
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The Indonesian island that could host Elon Musk's new SpaceX site
A remote island could host Elon Musk's new Space X project - but its residents are not impressed. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Oscars 2021: Why the Academy needs to recognise casting directors
Experts in the field explain why their role is crucial and needs recognition at the Oscars. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gC91OH
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What is conversion therapy?
"Abhorrent" practices aimed at changing sexual orientation or gender identity could be banned. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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One Covid vaccine cuts infection risk in all age groups
Real-world data found the AZ and Pfizer jabs worked equally well in over-75s and younger people. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ax7w...
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Post Office scandal: Postmasters await Appeal Court ruling
A group of 42 people hope their convictions for stealing money from the Post Office will be quashed. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2...
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Chernobyl radiation damage 'not passed to children'
A study found no mutations associated with a parent's exposure in the 1986 nuclear accident. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nb93...
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Charities sound alarm over buy-now-pay-later debt
The Citizens Advice network says people often regret using the increasingly popular payments method. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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The Papers: Cummings accused of leaks and beaming Prince Louis
Friday's papers report on No 10 sources accusing ex-aide Dominic Cummings of leaking the PM's texts. from BBC News - Home https://...
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Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Scottish election 2021: Can unionists block another independence referendum?
In the second of two Scottish election pieces, we look at the parties opposing another vote on independence. from BBC News - Home https://...
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MI5 joins Instagram to bust 'martini-drinking stereotypes'
Launching the account, MI5's boss says: "You can insert your own joke about whether we will be following you." from BBC News...
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London Grammar: 'Men aren't told what to wear, so why was I?'
Hannah Reid, from London Grammar, tells Radio 1 Newsbeat that music is still a sexist industry. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3elyQz...
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Driving tests resume but getting a date like 'gold dust'
Most centres are currently booked up until August, with a 420,000 backlog because of the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32E...
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‘Pervasive racism’ blamed for failure to commemorate black and Asian troops
Thousands of black and Asian British Empire troops were not commemorated properly, says a report. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3av3...
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Marcus Rashford's budget cookery serves up fish finger sandwich
The footballer and food poverty campaigner is launching a new affordable meals project. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ndEY11
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Brit Awards to have live audience as part of Covid event trials
The audience will not have to wear masks or be socially distanced, as part of a government trial. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3epW...
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Google and Apple attacked on app store 'monopoly'
Republican and Democrat senators criticise Apple and Google for alleged anti-competitive behaviour. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3n...
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Church shortlists for senior posts 'must include ethnic minorities'
Failing to act would have "devastating effects" on the future of the Church of England, a report says. from BBC News - Home http...
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Met Office and Microsoft to build climate supercomputer
The Met Office will work with Microsoft on a supercomputer which will help model climate change. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nab3...
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ASMR: Why is it being used more in the music industry?
Why ASMR is becoming more used within the music industry. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3vb5jQg
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Climate Basics: Your carbon footprint explained
BBC Reality Check's Chris Morris explains how changing three aspects of how you live can make the biggest dent to your carbon footprint....
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What's gone wrong with Australia's vaccine rollout?
The country has been far slower than others including the UK and the US to immunise its population. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3t...
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Oscars 2021: Why Two Distant Strangers is 'important and necessary'
The Oscar-nominated film tells of a black man forced to relive his killing by a US police officer. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3v4...
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Could this lidless paper cup cut coffee waste?
A new crop of coffee companies have solutions to cut waste in their industry. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3x8e8vQ
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Post Office scandal: What the Horizon saga is all about
The background to the case of sub-postmasters whose convictions were based on evidence from faulty IT. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Big Dog's Backyard Ultra: The toughest, weirdest race you've never heard of
The format might be simple - winning this race is anything but. Big Dog's Backyard Ultra is an unusually punishing challenge. from BBC...
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Lockdown rules: What are the restrictions in your area?
Use our search tool to find out about coronavirus rules and restrictions where you live. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3cU7Cit
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Climate change: Biden summit to push for 'immediate' action
Forty world leaders will be urged to increase their carbon-cutting actions at US virtual summit. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32DBT...
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Dyson lobbying row: Labour calls for probe into PM texts
The party wants a "thorough investigation" into Boris Johnson's conduct, amid a row over lobbying. from BBC News - Home http...
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Employment: North and Midlands 'leading jobs recovery
Several areas now have more job vacancies than before the pandemic, a study finds. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dEyIfR
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The Papers: George Floyd's legacy and EU 'to welcome tourists'
No one story dominates the papers, but some reflect on racism in US after Derek Chauvin's conviction. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Is this the end of line for the landline phone?
Four million homes have dropped their fixed line phones since 2000 a trend which may see a post-pandemic boost. from BBC News - Home https...
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European Super League timeline: Game changer - football's volatile 48 hours
Just when you thought this season could not get any stranger, along came a plan that appeared to divide the game and then united fans in fig...
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Covid-19: PM told Dyson he would 'fix' tax issue and the passport helping Denmark open up
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Wednesday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2QDFpWi
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Rising fuel costs drive UK inflation to 0.7 in March
The cost of living rose to 0.7% in March, from 0.4% in February, as fuel, transport and clothes prices increased. from BBC News - Home htt...
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Tuesday, April 20, 2021
Boris Johnson told Sir James Dyson by text he would 'fix' tax issue
The prime minister and businessman sent text messages over plans for ventilators during the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Netflix: Shares plunge as subscribers switch off
Netflix said the pandemic disrupted its production pipeline and has forecast fewer new subscribers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32...
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EuroMillions: UK ticket-holder wins £59m jackpot
The winner matched all five numbers and the two Lucky Star numbers, at odds of around 1 in 140 million. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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George Floyd: The murder that drove America to the brink
Activists vow their march for racial justice is only just beginning, but not everyone is on board. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2QC...
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Queen will mark 95th birthday in low-key fashion
The monarch's birthday on Wednesday comes four days after the funeral of her husband, Prince Philip. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Is the Australia-NZ travel bubble the way ahead?
Australia and New Zealand have quarantine-free travel, but will other countries follow their lead? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3n4...
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Middle East states dominate list of top executioners in 2020 - Amnesty
Iran, Egypt, Iraq and Saudi Arabia follow China in Amnesty's list of who executes the most people. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Climate change: Growing doubts over 'chip fat' biofuel
A new study questions the sustainability of used cooking oil imports into Europe to make biodiesel. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Q...
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Navalny's supporters fear Russia's Putin wants him dead
President Putin's leading critic is on hunger strike and ahead of planned street protests they warn he could die. from BBC News - Home...
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Derek Chauvin conviction: 'This is monumental. This is historic'
The conviction of the police officer for the death of George Floyd has been hailed as a watershed. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dC...
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The beauty ideal fuelling an illicit drugs trade
For Altou, a 19-year-old model, having a ‘slim thick’ body is the key to getting more likes and more work. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Newspaper headlines: Super League 'in tatters' and Chauvin found guilty
Wednesday's front pages continue to chart the fate of football's "crumbling" European Super League. from BBC News - Home...
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London elections: 'I don't feel welcome in this city'
Accessible transport campaigner Katie Pennick says a lack of progress by consecutive London mayors has left her feeling "unwelcome...
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Surfer reunited with big wave board discovered 2,700km away
Danny Griffiths was stunned when a surfboard he had lost four years earlier turned up 2,700km away. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3s...
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Shanghai Auto Show: Five electric car brands to look out for in China
Robin Brant talks through five companies showcasing electric vehicles at the Shanghai Auto Show. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32DYZ...
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CEO Secrets: 'No money is better than the wrong money'
CEO Augustin Celier says he was tempted by a €500,000 loan "but it could have ruined our company". from BBC News - Home https://...
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‘My sister took her life waiting for abusive ex-partner to face trial’
Gemma Robinson died just days before she was due to see her ex-partner in court. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3v6ZSBP
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India Covid-19 second wave: Shortage of oxygen, beds and even cremation slots
A deadly second wave has overrun hospitals and crematoriums in India. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2P9gRnK
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Oscars 2021: The lowdown on the international feature nominees
The five films cover diverse topics from bullying, a drinking experiment, and the horror of war. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2QbXh...
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Coronapas: The passport helping Denmark open up after Covid
Football fans, museums and restaurants are opening up, but Danes will have to show a corona passport. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Climate change: Carbon 'surge' expected in post-Covid energy boom
This year should see the second-biggest-ever rise in CO2 emissions as economies rebound from Covid. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3s...
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Covid-19: Lockdown to ease further in Wales and job market 'remains subdued'
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3tAPFNx
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Super League created to save football, says Real president Perez
The European Super League has been created "to save football", says Real Madrid president Florentino Perez. from BBC News - Home...
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UK jobs market 'remains subdued'
The unemployment rate fell to 4.9% in the three months to February, official figures show. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32u6IVH
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Brexit: Boris Johnson promises to end GB-NI trade barriers
The prime minister says he will take steps to end “ludicrous barriers” to trade between NI and GB. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3v0...
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Monday, April 19, 2021
European Super League: PM to meet football officials over breakaway group
Boris Johnson says the plan is "ludicrous" but Real Madrid's president says it will "save football". from BBC News...
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Covid contracts: PPE fixer who was Tory donor named in admin error
Samir Jassal, who has campaigned with the PM, was a contact in a £100m deal for Covid safety gear. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3xc...
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Scottish election 2021: Can independence supporters force another referendum?
In the first of two Scottish election pieces we explore the differences in the pro-independence movement. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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James Charles: YouTube temporarily demonetises beauty influencer
The YouTuber admitted to messaging with 16-year-old boys earlier this month. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2QgByyC
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All the times the US spent big on infrastructure
Where does President Biden's plan rank among the largest projects in American history? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3edLKzT
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Former US Vice-President Walter Mondale dies aged 93
Jimmy Carter's running mate lost heavily to Ronald Reagan in the 1984 presidential election. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2QFtI...
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Car insurance sees biggest price drop in six years
The average cost of car insurance has fallen by £87 in 12 months, according to new data. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32xRBdG
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George Floyd death: Three Americans assess Derek Chauvin trial
A retired police veteran, a Minnesota resident and a black political hopeful share their thoughts. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3x8...
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'Russia is heading for a catastrophe'
The BBC's Steve Rosenberg travels 2,000 miles east of Moscow to gauge the mood of ordinary Russians. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Covid: Police watchdog says officers confused by unclear pandemic laws
A major review of policing during the pandemic says officers regularly struggled to enforce restrictions. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Newspaper headlines: 'Great game robbery' and 'red card from Wills'
Opposition and anger towards the European Super League plans dominate Tuesday morning's front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Are black women getting enough support for mental health?
Black women are more likely than white women to experience common mental health problems. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ak4PiL
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How a bicycle tripled one woman's income
"You realise what a bicycle can do. It's a catalyst for unlocking so much potential." from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3v...
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Redonda: The Caribbean island transformed into an eco haven
After invasive rats and goats were removed from Redonda, the island's wildlife has been thriving. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Oscars 2021: 19 geeky facts from Borat to Boseman
Everything you need to know ahead of the 93rd Academy Awards on Sunday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3x2Wp9f
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Could electric tattoos be the next step in body art?
Researchers are experimenting with thin, flexible circuits that can be transferred to the skin. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3egxNk...
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Online dating: 'In 2021 everyone is a kind-of catfish'
The hit US reality show is getting its own UK version - hosted by Julie Adenuga and Oobah Butler. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32rS...
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The Ugandan mum who was once ashamed of her gay son
A support group in Uganda is helping parents come to terms with their children's sexuality. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3aqnd9...
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Amateur jockey Brooke dies in hospital after fall at Taunton
Amateur jockey Lorna Brooke dies in hospital after a fall during a race at Taunton earlier this month. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Johnson cancels India trip amid rising Covid cases
Prime Ministers Boris Johnson and and Narendra Modi "will meet in person later this year". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Leeds, Saints, Cas and Wigan win as Women's Super League starts
Leeds, Castleford, St Helens and Wigan all win convincingly as the Women's Super League gets under way. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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India coronavirus: Delhi announces lockdown as Covid cases surge
With record daily spikes all of last week, the Indian capital is now the worst-hit city in the country. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Covid-19: UK investigates India variant and job centre staff 'feel unsafe'
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Monday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32oMvRd
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Sunday, April 18, 2021
Byron Bay: Calls for Netflix boycott over reality show plans
Plans for the reality show featuring "hot Instagrammers" have sparked anger in the coastal community. from BBC News - Home https...
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Super League: Why are football's biggest clubs starting new tournament?
Europe's biggest football clubs have suffered during the Covid pandemic and seek financial stability. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Australia opens travel bubble with New Zealand
The world's first major travel bubble set up in the Covid pandemic allows quarantine-free visits. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Libya: Ten years on the front line
Our correspondent on what it's been like to cover the 10 years since Colonel Gaddafi was deposed and killed. from BBC News - Home http...
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Teenage blacksmith Ben Perkins forges social media following
Ben Perkins built a blacksmith's forge in his back garden and taught himself the traditional craft. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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The disabled doctors not believed by their colleagues
People often feel nervous when they visit a doctor, but what if you are a doctor but your colleagues don't believe you're ill? fro...
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Abba: Why the UK gave the Swedish band 'nul points' at Eurovision
Björn Ulvaeus on the Swedish band's song contest win on British soil, and the future of streaming. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Northern Ireland: Did anyone warn about Brexit border checks?
Border checks have caused tension in Northern Ireland but were there warnings in the Brexit campaign? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Covid-19 vaccines: What's happening to unused jabs?
Surplus vaccine doses are piling up in some countries while others say they are not getting enough. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3a...
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Time: A love story coloured by incarceration
Garrett Bradley may become the first black director to win an Oscar for her first feature documentary. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Low-deposit mortgage scheme is launched
First-time buyers will get cheaper deals if they can stretch to a bigger deposit, analysts say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3txCNI...
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Clergy speak out over 'racism in Church of England'
Some staff who complained of racism within the Church have been paid off to "buy their silence". from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Russia expels Czech diplomats over explosion row
The Czech Republic has accused Russia of being involved in a blast at a munitions factory in 2014. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Qy...
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Big Ask: Children in England asked their hopes for post-Covid future
Millions of children in England will be surveyed in an attempt to tackle "generational problems". from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Priti Patel: Facebook encryption plan ‘must not not hamper child protection’
The Home Secretary will deliver a speech critical of Facebook's privacy plan for its apps. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3swK5KR...
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Job centre workers 'feel unsafe returning to work'
A union representing job centre staff says three in five feel unsafe interacting with the public. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32rm...
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2021 elections: Voters urged to register ahead of polls deadline
Up to 9.4 million people have not yet ensured they can cast a ballot in May's elections. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32nXKJH
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'Absolutely disgusting, bang out of order' - MOTD2 pundits discuss European Super League plans
Match of the Day 2 pundits Danny Murphy and Dion Dublin discuss the news that six Premier League clubs have agreed to join a new European Su...
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Charles Geschke: Adobe co-founder who helped develop the PDF dies
Charles Geschke set up Adobe in 1982, giving the world the ubiquitous PDF technology. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3v0FeTP
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Indianapolis gunman bought rifles despite earlier gun confiscation
Brandon Hole legally bought two rifles despite having had a gun confiscated by police months before. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Reopening: Prime minister 'must stick to hospitality roadmap'
Leaders of the UK's biggest hospitality firms sign an open letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Lyra McKee's sister Nichola Corner says her 'heart is still broken'
The sister of journalist Lyra McKee has spoken of her grief on the second anniversary of her death. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3n...
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YouTube star wins with knockout inside two minutes
YouTube star-turned-boxer Jake Paul wins his fight with ex-UFC fighter Ben Askren with a first-round knockout inside two minutes. from BBC...
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Why celebrities are being spotted in Somerset
As lockdown eases people are re-emerging into society but why is Somerset such a celebrity hotspot? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32...
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Midsomer Murders: The county that hopes a police show will lure back visitors
"I thought it would be nice to find the places it was filmed - I used to go out most weekends." from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Oxford Street 'pop-up' shop to host online retailers
A former sushi outlet on London's busiest shopping street is to host a series of "pop-up" stores. from BBC News - Home https...
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Covid-19: Queen sits alone at funeral, and three million deaths worldwide
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32owZVl
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Saturday, April 17, 2021
Ronnie O'Sullivan 'harassed' by fan before win
Reigning world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan says he was "harassed" by a "boozed-up" fan while he was relaxing prior to...
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China and US pledge climate change commitment
The US and China announced actions to tackle climate change following meetings in Shanghai last week. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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PM 'risks losing red wall' over lobbying 'shame'
Senior Tory Sir Bernard Jenkin warns Boris Johnson about the crisis escalating in Whitehall. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gkmWc7
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Covid in Brazil: Pandemic meets poverty in growing crisis
The country struggling to contain a Covid-19 surge faces a possible explosion of poverty. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dttPWG
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Russia Ukraine conflict: Fact-checking Russian TV's Ukraine claims
Misleading videos were aired on Russian TV claiming to show the arrival of US tanks and planes in Ukraine. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Salisbury poisoning agents 'linked to Czech blast'
The Czech Republic has expelled 18 Russian diplomats in retaliation following the explosion claim. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Q5...
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Covid: Gig with no social distancing to be part of government pilot
Ticket-holders for the outdoor concert in Liverpool will have to provide proof a negative test. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3v46wZ...
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Inside the chemist made entirely out of felt
After wowing art lovers in the US and China, Lucy Sparrow's latest felt fantasy is her first UK show in five years. from BBC News - Ho...
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The Zurich students living cheaply in a luxury hotel
Students in one of the world's most expensive cities get stunning views of Zurich in a former business hotel. from BBC News - Home htt...
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These teenage climate activists are pushing for change in Australia
These teenage climate activists are pushing for change in Australia. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3x4qW6x
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Would universities call parents in a mental health crisis?
Bereaved parents call for universities to contact students' families to reduce risk of suicides. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Nil-by-mouth foodie: The chef who will never eat again
Loretta Harmes hasn't eaten or tasted food for six years, but she hasn't lost her passion for cooking. from BBC News - Home https:...
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How cancer put me off joining Amazon union
Carla Jonson's story helps explain how Amazon won last week's union vote in Alabama. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2QzOYW4
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Another great Hamilton lap & another political row - all is well in F1
When the car performance isn't as dominant as it once was, the Hamilton factor keeps Mercedes on top. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Watson unable to seal GB win in Billie Jean King Cup
Heather Watson is unable to clinch victory for Great Britain at the first time of asking in their Billie Jean King Cup play-off tie against ...
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Helen McCrory: Stars pay tribute to Peaky Blinders actress
Cillian Murphy, JK Rowling and Sir Sam Mendes lead tributes to "fearless and magnificent" actress. from BBC News - Home https://...
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Covid map: Coronavirus cases, deaths, vaccinations by country
Key maps and charts explaining how the virus has spread around the world. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2vkUT6Z
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Covid-19 deaths pass three million worldwide
It comes as the World Health Organization warns of deaths and cases increasing at a "worrying rate". from BBC News - Home https:...
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Man City are 'benchmark' in Europe, says Chelsea boss before FA Cup semi-final
Manchester City are the "benchmark" across Europe but Chelsea "will hunt them" next season, says the London side's m...
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Wembley would be ideal for Fury fight, says Joshua
Anthony Joshua says Wembley Stadium would be the "ideal" venue for the world heavyweight clash with rival British champion Tyson F...
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Embiid 'clearly the MVP this season' - NBA round-up
Joel Embiid scores 36 points and adds 14 rebounds as his Philadelphia 76ers side defeat the Los Angeles Clippers 106-103. from BBC News - ...
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Friday, April 16, 2021
Covid-19: 'Unethical' vaccine passports and staff plea to returning customers
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3x4ROTO
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Bellator 257: Report, highlights and full replay
Vadim Nemkov meets Phil Davis at Bellator 257 while Corey Anderson ends his career and Britons Paul Daley and Saul Rogers feature - and you ...
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Government 'risks public trust' without probes into ministers
Lord Evans says a number of allegations against ministers "haven't been completely investigated". from BBC News - Home https...
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Bellator 257: Watch Britain's Paul Daley in thriller versus Sabah Homasi
Britain's Paul "Semtex" Daley secures his 32nd career knockout after a thrilling back-and-forth battle with American Sabah Hom...
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Biden backtracks on keeping Trump cap on refugees
A refugee organisation says the White House's explanation of the order is "completely false". from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Covid-19: Vaccine passports 'unethical', church ministers warn
More than 1,200 ministers have written to the PM warning Covid certificates are a "form of coercion". from BBC News - Home https...
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Facebook board delays decision about Trump's possible return
Facebook's Oversight Board announced it will instead announce its decision "in the coming weeks". from BBC News - Home https...
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On the front line in eastern Ukraine
The BBC's Jonah Fisher reports from the front line between soldiers and separatists. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dpCr0H
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Hijab regulations: Two women's experience
Nadya and Emna live 12,000 km away from each other but both have been told what they can and can’t wear. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Week in pictures: 10 - 16 April 2021
A selection of powerful images taken around the world this week. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mV7Rz0
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Nepal fires: 'We saw huge flames coming towards our garden’
This year’s wildfire season in Nepal has been worse than usual with more fires, burning longer. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Q1LUm...
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Sputnik V: How Russia's Covid vaccine is dividing Europe
The vaccine has not yet been approved by Europe's medicines agency but orders are piling in. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3x2rg...
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Cinema and big event organisers targeted by extreme anti-vax activists
Large events are going ahead this weekend as part of trials to reopen the economy, but some are receiving hate for participating. from BBC...
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Pub and shop staff: 'Please be nice to us this weekend'
Newsbeat hears from staff heading back to work after four months away. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ggRKuh
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20 years in Afghanistan: Was it worth it?
The BBC's Frank Gardner asks the awkward question about a war with an astronomical human cost. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32l...
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Reopening verdict: 'It was 'buzzing, chaotic and crazy'
Business owners tell how their first week of trading has gone after lockdown rules eased in England and Wales. from BBC News - Home https:...
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Covid-19: Scotland eases restrictions and summer holiday season 'can be saved'
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Q7I4Yn
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Indianapolis mass shooting: Many casualties at FedEx facility
A gunman opens fire at a FedEx facility near the city airport before taking his own life, police say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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China's economy grows 18.3% in post-Covid comeback
The record figures for the first quarter of the year are skewed due to last year's nationwide lockdown from BBC News - Home https://if...
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'I'd come home crying because all these tough players kicked lumps out of me'
As he prepares for Sunday's FA Cup semi-final against Leicester, Southampton winger Nathan Redmond tells BBC Sport about the role his mo...
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Thursday, April 15, 2021
I need fans at World Championship to bring out best in me - Trump
World number one Judd Trump says the return of fans will help bring out his best at the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield. from BBC ...
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Hancock and sister own firm given NHS contract
The health secretary is accused of "cronyism" but the government says he acted "entirely properly". from BBC News - Ho...
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Adam Toledo: Chicago releases video of police shooting boy
Adam Toledo raises his hands but does not appear to be holding a gun in the moment he was shot. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gkuQC...
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US imposes sanctions on Russia over cyber-attacks
Dozens of entities are targeted over attacks including alleged interference in the 2020 elections. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ga...
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Jimmy Lai: The Hong Kong billionaire risking it all by speaking out
Opposition newspaper owner Jimmy Lai was arrested under Hong Kong's new national security law. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3e5...
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Scotland eases rules on travel and meeting up
The Scottish government says the lockdown changes are designed to help reunite families and close friends. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Families need cannabis prescriptions support, say MPs and peers
Politicians complain that only three NHS scripts have been issued since the law changed in 2018. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3uXCG...
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TUI says summer holiday season can be saved
The boss of Europe's biggest holiday company thinks successful vaccine programmes can prevent another washout. from BBC News - Home ht...
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Colin the Caterpillar cake row: Judge Rinder gives his verdict
Marks & Spencer has begun legal action against Aldi, arguing the retailer's Cuthbert the Caterpillar cake infringes its Colin the Ca...
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Newspaper headlines: 'Brothers apart' amid Queen's 'final tribute'
The Duke of Edinburgh's funeral plans - and the choreography of the procession - make the front pages. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Escaping the anti-vax conspiracy rabbit hole
Catherine was a big believer in anti-vaccine conspiracy theories, but has since stopped believing in them. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Cages around houses: Life at Belfast's peace wall
There are over 20 miles of peace walls - or peace lines - across Northern Ireland. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Qow0lk
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Scottish election: How independence could be key to how people vote
The BBC’s Connor Gillies takes a look at how the upcoming elections in Scotland could affect the likelihood of an indyref2. from BBC News ...
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Chile sees Covid surge despite vaccination success
The country's vaccination rollout is one of the fastest in the world, so why are Covid cases surging? from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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How sex surrogates are helping injured Israeli soldiers
Therapy with surrogate sexual partners is used in Israel to rehabilitate badly injured soldiers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3djI8...
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Health anxiety: The fear of illness making people quit jobs and move home
For some people, Covid has fuelled a debilitating mental health condition known as health anxiety. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3af...
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How George Floyd's death changed a small Iowa town
Issues of race were rarely discussed in Decorah, until a death 160 miles away changed everything. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dkp...
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Lateral-flow tests: What are the risks and benefits?
What are the risks and benefits from using wide-scale lateral-flow tests? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3wYOc5I
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Smaller and better smartphone cameras are on the way
Smaller and more powerful lenses promise to bring even better smartphone cameras. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3uYUYH3
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Wednesday, April 14, 2021
Covid-19: Vaccine passports could create 'two-tier society', equality watchdog warns
Vaccine certificates could help to reopen society but risk discrimination, a UK equality body warns. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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In pictures: 2021 Sony World Photography Awards
Craig Easton wins Sony Photographer of the Year award with photos on community representation in Blackburn. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Matchbox cars get green makeover in eco drive
The toymaker is launching new toy cars based on electric models and making some from recycled materials. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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St Vincent volcano: UN warns humanitarian crisis will last months
Thousands have fled their homes on the island of St Vincent as a volcano continues to erupt. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3x4ZdTp
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Senegal: The HIV success story that’s failing gay men
Senegal has successfully reduced HIV but infection remains high among gay men. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3wV5Kj7
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Torres Strait 8: Australian Islanders in landmark climate fight
The group claim Australia has breached their human rights by failing to act on climate change. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3shCyj4...
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'My mother's fertility doctor is my father'
When a DNA test revealed a decades-old family secret, Maia’s life was turned upside down. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3twwNPC
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Why are so many babies dying of Covid-19 in Brazil?
As the pandemic rages in Brazil, hundreds of babies and young children are dying of Covid. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3e5b9f6
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Anorexia: 'Difficult' to get proper support in lockdown
Radio 1 Newsbeat looks at how lockdown has impacted those living with the eating disorder anorexia. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3w...
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Duke of Edinburgh's Award: 'Without DofE there would be no baby'
Six decades of Duke of Edinburgh's Award participants share the impact it has had on their lives. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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A watershed moment: What now for Liverpool?
Liverpool City Council has been engulfed in accusations of intimidation and bribery. How did we get here? from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Why Russia may not be planning invasion Ukraine fears
President Biden's proposal for a summit with Russia's leader means the risk of an escalation has faded. from BBC News - Home https...
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The Circle's Manrika on trolling: 'You're a woman of colour. It makes a difference.'
Manrika Khaira has been trolled and sent death threats since going on the Channel 4 reality show. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mNV...
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Election 2021: How do I vote?
About 48 million people will be able to vote in a series of elections on Thursday, 6 May. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2ONpMuK
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'We realised that by joining together we could make a difference'
The cooperative firms who say their business model made them more resilient to the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3to0pPh
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Greensill: Cameron says he will 'respond positively' to MPs' lobbying inquiry
As MPs announce another inquiry into the Greensill row, David Cameron suggests he will co-operate. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3e0...
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Chauvin trial: Floyd's death should be 'undetermined', defence expert says
An expert called by the defence says drugs and heart problems contributed to George Floyd's death. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Covid: 82% of positive rapid tests 'were correct'
There had been concerns that large numbers would have to self-isolate after a false positive result. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Afghanistan: 'We have won the war, America has lost', say Taliban
A BBC team meets the Taliban, a group that clearly sees itself as Afghanistan's government-in-waiting. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Psilocybin: Magic mushroom compound 'promising' for depression
A study of 59 people compared the drug with a conventional antidepressant. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32imUZY
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Instagram fixes ‘mistake’ promoting harmful diet content
Some users said they were offered "appetite suppressants" and "fasting" by the search feature. from BBC News - Home ht...
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Charity shops tell donators: 'Think before giving'
Charity retailers ask givers to book before just turning up with donations as people flock back. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3diNv...
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Newspaper headlines: 'Sleaze is back' and a 'grand line-up' of royals
The David Cameron lobbying row and a new image of Prince Philip and family feature in the papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3g7L...
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Tesco counts cost of Covid trading as profits drop
The UK's largest supermarket saw full-year sales soar but the pandemic hit its bottom line. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3deSGN...
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Chinese man kidnapped and killed in elaborate body swap scheme
The victim was used as a replacement for another corpse, whose family wanted to avoid a burial ban. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3a...
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Covid-19: 'Mix and match' vaccines trial expanded and black youth 'hit hardest' by unemployment
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Wednesday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3wVukk8
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James Dyson says Brexit has given him 'freedom'
Sir James Dyson defends moving his firm's headquarters to Singapore and says Dyson is a British firm. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Ludwig Ahgren breaks Twitch subscription record after 31-day stint
Ludwig Ahgren has more than 282,000 paying subscribers after a month-long Twitch ‘subathon‘. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3abf8pb
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Afghans face pivotal moment as US prepares to 'close the book'
Could the US decision to pull its troops from Afghanistan by 11 September lead to civil war? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ggedYe
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Tuesday, April 13, 2021
County lines gang 'recruited teen in 80 minutes via Snapchat'
A boy tells how he replied to an advert on Snapchat and was groomed to sell drugs at the age of 14. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2R...
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Neighbours: Actress Sharon Johal also alleges racism on soap
Sharon Johal says she faced taunts and mockery of her Indian background from other castmates. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3g7HbJW ...
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'Mix and match' UK Covid vaccine trial expanded
Using different shots for the first and second doses might give better protection, say experts. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3tiw8B...
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Black youth unemployment 'hits 35% in pandemic'
Young black people are three times more likely to be out of work than white peers, research shows. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mI...
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UK woodlands 'at crisis point' amid wildlife decline
A review of the state of Britain's native woods and trees finds only 7% are in good condition. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2PT...
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Mary Agyapong: Pregnant nurse’s family yet to get GoFundMe money
More than £186,000 was raised on a GoFundMe page set up after Mary Agyapong died with Covid-19. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Q3GiH...
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Newquay is hottest sellers' market, says Rightmove
Online property portal names Cornish surfing town as place where properties sell fastest. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3a8MSDG
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Seven things you might not know about Brick Lane
From corpses on horseback to a market selling lions - the varied history of London's Brick Lane. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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US seeks China climate agreements ahead of Biden summit
US envoy John Kerry will hold talks in Shanghai ahead of a climate summit hosted by President Biden. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Newspaper headlines: 'Sleazy access' in lobbying row and 'thirst in the queue'
The papers cover new revelations over David Cameron's lobbying and the easing of virus restrictions. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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'No say over my body': Alleged US ICE detainee medical abuse
Dozens of women allege they faced invasive gynaecological procedures while being held at a US immigration detention centre. from BBC News ...
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Lockdown learning 'made me feel a lot more confident'
Teenagers are due back in school next week but despite the challenges, some benefited from lockdown learning. from BBC News - Home https:/...
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Meet the songwriters who told pop stars: 'Don't steal from us'
A group of writers are exposing the dirty business of making pop hits, and campaigning for change. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Q3...
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Why $30m didn't protect Nigerian pupils after Chibok
The 2014 student abductions led to a plan backed by the UK but little has come of it seven years on. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Covid: 'Israel may be reaching herd immunity'
A leading doctor describes it as the "only explanation" for cases falling as restrictions are eased. from BBC News - Home https:...
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CEO Secrets: 'Taking risks is how we found our edge'
Public relations firm boss George James thought clients would be put off by his youth but turned his weakness into a strength. from BBC Ne...
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Why 'stay-at-home parent' is a job title
LinkedIn now gives parents a way to reflect a career gap. Can it help the return-to-work challenge? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3u...
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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West agree joint custody after divorce
US reality star Kim Kardashian married rapper Kanye West in 2014 but filed for divorce in February. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32...
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West Sussex learning disability support services 'are a lifeline'
Three learning disability support centre users describe the impact of closures during the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3m...
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Covid: Over-45s invited to book vaccine
People over 45 can now book a Covid jab via the NHS website, as the vaccination programme enters a new phase. from BBC News - Home https:/...
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Afro wigs: Norfolk hair donor proud of 'historic breakthrough'
Carly Gorton, 11, had challenged a charity which said it could not make wigs using her hair. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3g6vy6c
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UK exports to EU rebound after January's slump
Despite the improvement, exports still remain below 2020 levels, the UK statistics body says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3a6x3NO ...
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Covid-19: Vaccination milestone and variant cluster in south London
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3daXaF6
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Monday, April 12, 2021
Covid-19: England gets third jab as Moderna rollout begins
It offers an alternative to the AstraZeneca jab for under-30s, after very rare blood clot concerns. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3s...
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Uefa Euro 2020: Trafalgar Square earmarked for 12,500-capacity fan park
Up to nine matches could be shown on giant TV screens in central London if licensing is approved. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2PWd...
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Covid lockdown eases: England 'buzzing' after first night out in 97 days
As outdoor hospitality reopens, revellers find the atmosphere "celebratory" despite a nip in the air. from BBC News - Home https...
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Taiwan: 'Record number' of China jets enter airspace
Beijing sends 25 military aircraft into Taiwan as the US warns against an 'increasingly aggressive' China. from BBC News - Home ht...
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Gruppe S: German far-right group on trial for 'terror plot'
The 12 men are accused of planning attacks on migrants, Muslims and politicians in Germany. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dhzHm1
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Fukushima: Japan approves releasing wastewater into ocean
Most experts say it's a normal and safe practice but environmentalists and locals are not happy. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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World's wealthiest 'at heart of climate problem'
The so-called “polluter elite” must change their lifestyles to tackle climate change, a report says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Quick guide to Russia-Ukraine military tensions
What you need to know about Russia's troop build-up around eastern Ukraine. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3uLwxg5
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Cressida Cowell: Children's Laureate leads call for £100m primary school library fund
Cowell and other leading writers want yearly funding to aid primary school libraries post-pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3d...
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Lockdown lifting in Liverpool: 'Light at the end of the tunnel'
Excitement, relief and cocktails flowed as bars and non-essential shops reopened in Liverpool. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3a65lAV...
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Covid: 'The world through my eyes is different'
Usha Mistry has very limited sight and is worried about having to move around London as lockdown eases. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Saving the kelp forest that stars in My Octopus Teacher
The makers of the Bafta-winning documentary want to preserve the underwater ecosystem it features. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mF...
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The anti-vax movement targeting German children
An anti-lockdown, anti-vaccine movement with ties to the far right has recruited hundreds of children. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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'I put those goggles on and just fell in love'
Drones capable of 90mph are being raced in a league which supporters say is close to the big time. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3wS...
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What is Ramadan and when is it?
Ramadan is one of the most important events in the Islamic calendar, but it's been affected by lockdown. from BBC News - Home https://...
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The exchange project uniting young Americans during the pandemic
Teenagers from across the US are coming together to discuss their vastly differing backgrounds. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3wSAG3...
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Covid accelerates India's millionaire exodus
As Covid cases surge, India's wealthy lead global enquiries for citizenship and residency abroad. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Deaf Norfolk sheepdog Peggy learns 'sign language'
She was given up when she could not work, but her latest owners have taught the old dog new tricks. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3d...
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Pubs reopen in England: Gong marks the occasion
The Greyhound Inn in Buxton is one of many pubs in England open for outside seating from today. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3uJc0Z...
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Iran vows revenge for 'Israeli' attack on Natanz nuclear site
Iran's foreign ministry blames Israel for Sunday's incident at the Natanz uranium enrichment plant. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Covid-19: 'Behave responsibly' as lockdown eases and China 'vaccine efficacy low'
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Monday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Qeq6Do
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Daunte Wright shooting: Protests near Minneapolis after police killing
A curfew is imposed and tear gas fired amid protests over the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mCtnZ2...
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Haridwar: Crowds surging at India's Kumbh Mela amid deadly Covid wave
Tens of thousands are participating in Kumbh Mela even as India records its highest-ever Covid spike. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Sunday, April 11, 2021
Prince Philip: The Vanuatu tribes mourning the death of their 'god'
As Britain grieves his death, so do some Pacific tribespeople who revere him as a spiritual figure. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3t...
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Covid-19: G7 nations 'should finance global vaccine scheme' - Brown
Former PM Gordon Brown says £22bn is needed so vaccines can be administered in lower income countries. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Guillermo Lasso: Conservative ex-banker elected Ecuador president
Guillermo Lasso, 65, has vowed to attract foreign investment and break away from leftist policies. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/323...
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Chinese official says local vaccines 'don't have high protection rates'
However he later appeared to backtrack, saying his comments were a "complete misunderstanding". from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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St Vincent volcano: Eruptions likely in coming days, experts warn
The Caribbean island of St Vincent has been blanketed in ash after the La Soufrière volcano erupted. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Cyclone Seroja: Fast-moving cyclone lashes Western Australia
Tropical cyclone Seroja left a trail of destruction, with wind speeds of up to 170km/h (105mph). from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3wQEn...
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Alibaba accepts record China fine and vows to change
China's regulators slapped a $2.8bn fine on the e-commerce giant over monopoly concerns from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3wOQioD
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Markus Söder joins German chancellor race
Bavaria's premier finally says he may be the conservatives' candidate to replace Angela Merkel. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Masters 2021: Hideki Matsuyama claims one-shot victory at Augusta National
Hideki Matsuyama holds on to win the Masters by one shot and become the first Japanese man to claim a major title. from BBC News - Home ht...
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Prince Philip: Politicians around UK to pay tribute to duke
The Duke of Edinburgh's death will be marked in Westminster, Holyrood, Cardiff and Stormont. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2QhCx...
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Cyclone Seroja: Storm makes landfall in Western Australia
The storm made landfall late on Sunday, leaving thousands of homes without power. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3s61sSn
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Yuri Gagarin: Sixty years since the first man went into space
The BBC speaks to the woman who, as a child, witnessed Yuri Gagarin's return to Earth 60 years ago. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Being mixed race like Kamala Harris: 'I feel just as Indian as I feel black'
Three women who share Kamala Harris' mixed parentage open up about balancing the two sides of their lives. from BBC News - Home https:...
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Oxford Street: Wooing shoppers back to Europe's busiest high street
Empty stores and American sweets - what consumers on Oxford Street can expect to see as shops reopen. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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The 'Iron Man' body armour many of us may soon be wearing
The market for exoskeletons - high-tech external body support systems - is tipped to grow strongly. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3t...
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Camille Pissarro: Transatlantic struggle for painting stolen by Nazis
A Pissarro painting is the focus of a custody battle involving a Holocaust survivor and a US museum. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Why India's forest fires are worrying scientists
Activists say authorities in India and Nepal seem underprepared to fight forest fires. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mCU0gB
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China mine rescue: Crews race to free trapped workers in Xinjiang
Twenty-one people are trapped underground after a coal mine flooded in the Xinjiang region. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2OCLHoq
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NI riots: Adult influence in disorder 'amounts to child abuse'
Young people rioting in Northern Ireland are being "exploited", says the children's commissioner. from BBC News - Home https...
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Nikki Grahame's friends 'heartbroken' at Big Brother star's death
Ex-Emmerdale actress Gemma Oaten posted an emotional video saying: "I wish I could have done more". from BBC News - Home https:/...
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Covid-19: India vaccination crosses 100 million doses
But despite the huge inoculation drive, India has just registered another record increase in cases. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2O...
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Prince Philip: Funeral an 'ideal opportunity' to end royal rifts, says Major
Shared grief over Prince Philip's death is an "ideal opportunity" to mend rifts within the Royal Family, Sir John Major says. ...
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St Vincent volcano: Power cuts after another 'explosive event'
Monitors report another "explosive event" at a volcano on the now ash-covered Caribbean island of St Vincent. from BBC News - Ho...
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Covid-19: Shoppers urged to respect staff, and PM won't attend Philip's funeral
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3a0IUNw
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Hillsborough group disbands as families look to 'move on'
Victims' families will mark the 32nd anniversary of the stadium disaster privately on Thursday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3s...
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Saturday, April 10, 2021
Prince Philip: PM will not attend the duke's funeral, No 10 says
Boris Johnson wants to allow "as many family members as possible" to attend amid the 30-guest limit. from BBC News - Home https:...
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Covid: Shoppers 'must respect staff' when retail reopens
People are urged to be considerate when non-essential retail rules ease in England and Wales on Monday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Sir Richard Sutton: Man charged with murder
Thomas Schreiber is charged with murder, attempted murder and dangerous driving. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3a2TbbP
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St Vincent volcano: Ash rains down on Caribbean island
Thousands of people in Saint Vincent have been evacuated after the La Soufrière volcano erupted. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/323Fn...
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Matt Hancock had 'private drink' with David Cameron and Lex Greensill
An ally of Matt Hancock tells the BBC he "acted in entirely the correct way" after the 2019 meeting. from BBC News - Home https:...
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Gyms re-opening: 'Everyone's raring to go - but take it slow'
Gyms open in England this week, but people should "take it slow" to get their fitness levels back. from BBC News - Home https://...
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Lockdown eases: How we fit bras at a social distance
Bravissimo's Leanne Cahill explains how her shops will work when they reopen after lockdown. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/320e0...
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Prince Philip: The Royal Navy years
Prince Philip's Royal Navy years were a defining experience, and led to him meeting Princess Elizabeth. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Saving green turtles... by cooling their eggs
Warmer sand temperatures from climate change are leading to way more females being hatched than males. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Your pictures on the theme of 'my favourite food'
A selection of striking images from our readers on this week's theme. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3wKLPDs
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Moscow's palatial Yeliseyevsky food hall closes after 120 years
The iconic supermarket on Tverskaya Street in central Moscow first opened its doors 120 years ago. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3dQ...
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Covid-19: Debunking the latest wave of medical misinformation
A round-up of the latest false and misleading posts about Covid-19 going viral on social media from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mDKpq0...
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‘I can’t wait to go shopping again, it's been ages’
Some are eager to hit the High Street when non-essential shops reopen on Monday - but others remain wary. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Ghana's farmers eye sweet success from chocolate
Ghana is the world's second largest cocoa producer but sees little of the profits from chocolate - for now. from BBC News - Home https...
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Rescheduled Dubai Expo hopes to attract 25 million visits
Rescheduled Dubai Expo hopes to attract 25 million visits from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3t90pCI
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Prince Philip: World leaders and royals send heartfelt sympathy
The Pope adds his condolences as tributes to the Duke of Edinburgh pour in from across the world. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3fTV...
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Grand National 2021: Pinstickers' guide to Aintree runners & riders
Runners, riders, trainers and form - all the key details you need to know for Saturday's big race at Aintree. from BBC News - Home htt...
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Devon and Cornwall police officers sacked after speeding
The policemen were on road safety duty when they drove at 89mph in a seized vehicle. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3t5BY9i
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Alibaba: Chinese regulator slaps huge fine on tech giant
The e-commerce company Alibaba Group is fined $2.75bn for violating anti-monopoly rules. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3wGArIS
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When the Queen was snapped 'giggling' at Prince Philip
A royal occasion descended into bewilderment and chuckles after a swarm of bees descended. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3d6QnfL
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In pictures: Tributes continue for the duke
Tributes are being paid to the Duke of Edinburgh, after his death at the age of 99 at Windsor Castle from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Former Norwich North MP Ian Gibson dies aged 82
Dr Gibson served as the MP for Norwich North from 1997 to 2009 when he was forced to resign. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3g6rgLM
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Prince Philip: How the Royal Navy shaped the Duke of Edinburgh
From his rescue as a toddler to thwarting wartime sea raids, the duke - and his outlook on life - was shaped by the navy. from BBC News - ...
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Belfast riots: Police injured during another night of NI violence
Police appeal for calm after more attacks on officers, this time in north Belfast. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mywGR4
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Covid-19: Palace urges crowds not to gather, and infections fall
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/324VR4e
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Friday, April 9, 2021
Coronavirus: WHO chief criticises 'shocking' global vaccine divide
Supply deals between wealthy nations risk worsening vaccine inequality, the health body says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3d3gfJi ...
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Prince Philip: Gun salutes planned across UK after Duke of Edinburgh dies aged 99
The Duke of Edinburgh, Queen Elizabeth II's husband of 73 years, died on Friday at the age of 99. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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La Soufrière: Thousands flee Caribbean volcano
La Soufrière on St Vincent island spews ash 6km into the air as thousands are evacuated. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mz3zx2
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Prince Philip: Every living US president pays respects
The Duke of Edinburgh saw 18 presidents elected in his lifetime and met many of them with the Queen. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Prince Philip: Family visits Buckingham Palace at 1am to lay flowers
Alex and his two children came to lay flowers at 01:00 BST in memory of the Duke of Edinburgh. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3fSUOg2...
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Prince Philip: What are the plans for his funeral?
What happens next in the days leading up to the ceremonial funeral of the Duke of Edinburgh? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3fUtWvZ
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Race report: Boris Johnson urged to withdraw 'whitewashing' inquiry
An open letter signed by 20,000 says a report into racial inequality "provoked national indignation". from BBC News - Home https...
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LS Lowry Beach Scene bought for £162,500 for Berwick-upon-Tweed
The "matchstick figures" artist, better known for his industrial scenes, used to holiday in Berwick. from BBC News - Home https:...
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Covid-19: Ireland adds 16 countries to hotel quarantine list
Travellers from the US, Canada and France are among those who will be required to stay in hotels. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3fYG...
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The Queen and Prince Philip: An enduring royal romance
During their 73-year marriage, he was the Queen's public support and the person who knew her best. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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