Helen's Law: Killers could still be freed despite new law
The mother of Helen McCourt, who the law is named after, says it could have "gone further". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Trump pardons two convicted by Russia investigation
Ex-campaign aide George Papadopoulos is among 15 people to benefit from a wave of clemency orders. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3pg...
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Covid: New dads share fatherhood experiences
Three men talk of becoming fathers and being unable to go to many appointments because of Covid. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mKkL...
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Covid-19: 'Living with 50 people has been a blessing'
A community living in the same large house say their way of life has thrived in a year of lockdowns. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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The Glasgow artist inspired by what she finds in the fridge
An amateur photographer shares her passion for creating tiny scenes with food and model figures. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nJoZ...
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Rohingya refugees' perilous journey in search of safety
More than 200 Rohingya refugees are believed to have died or gone missing at sea in 2020. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3rhOLFb
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Covid-19: 'Losing Christmas is irreparable damage'
Foppolo ski resort in the Italian Alps is shut and will miss the all-important Christmas ski season. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Widowed penguins hug in award-winning photo
The photo shows the pair appearing to comfort one another in Australia. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3rmMsRe
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Covid-19: The Philippines and its lockdown baby boom
The Philippines is preparing for a surge in births which will overwhelm its already creaking systems. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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'I had zero plans beyond my parents' kitchen'
Hannah Chapman wishes she'd planned ahead after her business almost ran out of cash within months of launching. from BBC News - Home h...
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Grenfell Tower inquiry: 11 key things we’ve learned this year
The inquiry's heard 400 hours of evidence this year - and our Grenfell podcast team has reported on it all. from BBC News - Home https...
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How dependent is the UK on the EU for food?
France's ban on freight from Britain caused havoc for lorry drivers, but will it affect shoppers? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Redundancy plans fall after furlough extension
36,700 redundancies were planned in Britain in November, the lowest figure since March from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3aAXpIX
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Newspaper headlines: 'Tier 4 to be widened' and 'kick in the baubles'
Wednesday's papers report Whitehall sources as saying England's toughest curbs could be extended. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Paul Whelan: 'Grim life' of US prisoner in Russian labour camp
Paul Whelan was convicted as an American spy earlier this year and sentenced to 16 years in prison. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2W...
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UK borrowing hits highest November level on record
The government borrowed £31.6bn last month as it continued to support the economy during the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Covid-19: UK border latest, children's role and Biden's jab
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37DbPGk
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Monday, December 21, 2020
Tashaun Aird: Family of murdered boy critical of school exclusion
Tashaun Aird was stabbed to death in Hackney almost two years after he was excluded from school. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3pfg2...
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Covid: The night London's theatres went dark
The lockdown hobby that became a photo-journal about London's theatre community. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/38wOe9Q
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Trump orders new federal buildings must be 'beautiful'
An executive order says new federal buildings should be in the Greco-Roman classical style. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nFNt4v
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Covid-19: UK and France to set out plan to restart freight
Hundreds of lorries are held up in Kent as politicians thrash out a plan to reopen the border safely. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Covid: PPE 'could be recycled' with help of sunlight
It could help tackle the problem of what to do with the pandemic's medical waste, scientists say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Coronavirus: Impact of new variant on children investigated
Experts urgently assess whether the mutation of coronavirus spreads more easily among the young. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3hfQ5...
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The best albums and songs of 2020: Fiona Apple, Cardi B, Bob Dylan and Dua Lipa
Records by Fiona Apple, Cardi B, Bob Dylan and Dua Lipa feature in the BBC's "poll of polls". from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Covid: Wuhan scientist would 'welcome' visit probing lab leak theory
A top Chinese scientist addresses claims the coronavirus leaked from her lab in the city of Wuhan. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2LN...
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Bedford woman 'lost hands and feet' as Covid led to sepsis
Caroline Coster is determined to enjoy her "second life" despite her limbs being partially amputated. from BBC News - Home https...
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How a young girl's fairy house sparked a magical friendship
When four-year-old Eliana created a fairy house at the start of the pandemic, she soon began finding notes and gifts from a fairy named Sapp...
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Charity single maker LadBaby aims for the Christmas number one for the third year running
LadBaby is aiming for a third successive Christmas number one, with another sausage roll infused take on a chart classic. from BBC News - ...
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Will pregnant women receive the Covid-19 vaccine? It depends
Without pregnant women in trials for the jab, countries are taking different approaches. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3h8jtf6
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1,000 lost on one boat - this woman hopes to name them
An Italian pathologist is trying to identify the migrants on a boat that sank in the Mediterranean in 2015. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Covid: Thanksgiving the cause of a spike in US infections?
Family reunions over the holiday period brought people together, but did they spread coronavirus? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3h8j...
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Tanzania 'using Twitter's copyright policy to silence activists'
The guidance meant to deal with rights infringements is being deployed to muzzle critics. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KG0SuJ
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Tech trends in 2021: Fast planes and homeworking
From a potentially record-breaking electric plane, to new homeworking tech, what to watch out for in 2021. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Covid-19: NI Executive votes against GB-NI travel ban
Ministers did approve plans for further guidance against all but essential travel between GB and NI. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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PSNI chief 'sorry' over policing at Black Lives Matter protests
Simon Byrne apologises after the policing of NI protests is found to be unfair and discriminatory. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2WA...
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UK government 'likely to miss' broadband and 5G targets
More must be done if the UK is to be future-proofed rather than playing catch-up, say MPs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/34wCG5e
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Newspaper headlines: 'Tier 4 for all' and 'Royals break rule of six'
Tuesday's papers report government warnings that the new variant of coronavirus is "everywhere". from BBC News - Home https:...
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MOTD 2 anaylsis: Dublin and Richards praise ‘outstanding’ performance from Scott McTominay
Match of the Day 2 pundits Dion Dublin and Micah Richards praise Scott McTominay's "outstanding" performance during Manchester...
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Covid-19: UK travel bans, NI Christmas bubbles and SPOTY
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Monday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3h74HVT
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Sunday, December 20, 2020
Covid: EU to discuss response to variant as travel bans on UK expand
European officials will discuss a co-ordinated travel response to a new coronavirus variant in the UK. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Pound slides lower as European borders close to UK
Renewed concern over Britain's Covid-19 cases and a missed EU deadline take their toll on the currency. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Covid-19: Boris Johnson to chair emergency meeting amid travel bans
Dover is severely disrupted after France closed its border over fears about a new coronavirus variant. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Covid: Australian states enforce travel bans amid Sydney outbreak
All states and territories have begun enforcing travel bans, upending Christmas plans for many people. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Miss France runner-up April Benayoum targeted by anti-Semitic tweets
Police are investigating insults against April Benayoum after she revealed her Israeli origins. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Wwlyb...
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Brexit: Trade deal talks continue as negotiators fail to reach agreement
The UK and EU resume negotiations in Brussels with 10 days to go until the transition period ends. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/34x...
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The surprising science behind guide dog puppies
Caitlin was partnered with her first guide dog last year, but where do 6% of them come from? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37AZgLO
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Covid: Horrible Histories drive-in Christmas panto 'weird but wonderful'
Families are encouraged to participate by honking horns, flashing lights and turning on wipers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37BVcL...
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Covid: The black cab tour of London’s Christmas lights
The pandemic has hit the black cab industry but one driver came up with an idea to attract customers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Manchester shooting: 'Please help catch my husband's killer'
Abayomi Ajose was shot dead in a crowd of 400 people - but his murderer has still not been caught. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/38l...
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The Belgian 'hero' who invaded UK fishing waters
The story of Victor Depaepe, who tested fishing rights in UK waters granted by King Charles II. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3rfbrF...
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'Yes, people have Zoom fatigue but it's not our fault'
Zoom director Aparna Bawa says video conferencing can tire people out, but her firm isn't to blame. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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How should you talk to friends and relatives who believe conspiracy theories?
Advice from experts and those who used to believe conspiracy theories about how to avoid rows this festive season. from BBC News - Home ht...
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Sudan-Israel deal fuels migrants' fears
Israel is supported by some Sudanese communities, yet restoring relations may not be good news from them. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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K2: 'Savage Mountain' beckons for unprecedented winter climb
Two European climbers set off this week in an attempt to scale the winter summit of K2. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nE48VZ
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European regulator says Boeing's 737 Max is safe
Executive Director Patrick Ky said his organisation had "left no stone unturned" in its review. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Confidence, momentum, quality - Micah Richards on why Man Utd are title contenders again
MOTD2 pundit Micah Richards says Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer deserves more credit than he gets for his side's resurgence...
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Covid-19: Stormont Executive limits NI Christmas bubbles to one day
Stormont ministers held an emergency meeting on Sunday night to discuss new restrictions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KFHEFJ
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Covid: US reaches long awaited deal for coronavirus aid
The deal on the $900bn package comes as millions are jobless or in poverty due to the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/38qCVQ...
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The Papers: Europe bans UK travel, and 'out of control' virus
Moves by European countries to ban passengers travelling from the UK dominates Monday's papers from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3p8...
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'I'm a unique band of one' - Lennon on Celtic's 'monumental' quadruple treble
Neil Lennon thanks Celtic's board for keeping faith after the "monumental achievement" of beating Hearts to secure a 12th cons...
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Saturday, December 19, 2020
Cheeky dogs, Ox dancing and Spider-Man bottle flips - lockdown's viral hits
As Sports Personality offers a chance to reflect on a sporting year like no other, we revisit some of the best lockdown viral videos. from...
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Covid: WHO in 'close contact' with UK over new variant
UK officials say the new variant is spreading more rapidly, but it is not believed to be more deadly. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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UK's Smith loses super-middleweight title to Alvarez
Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez dominates Callum Smith with a near-flawless display to inflict the first defeat of the British fighter's c...
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Covid-19: Millions in England go into toughest restrictions
Nearly 18 million people entered tier four in England at midnight, with mixing at Christmas also banned. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Callum Smith v Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez: An underdog champion fights a seasoned risk-taker
Britain's Callum Smith is the world champion many have written off when he faces Mexico's Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez on Saturday....
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Joe Biden says 'no time to waste' as climate team unveiled
The US president-elect says the team will lead his "ambitious plan" to combat climate change. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Covid in Sydney: New restrictions announced as outbreak grows
Curbs on gatherings are announced as authorities urge people to stay at home. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nCFW6p
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Covid: Furlough companies list should be published, MPs urge
Staff could be continuing to work as companies claim grants, the government is told. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/38kddNo
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Grenfell Tower inquiry: 'Whistleblower' refusing to give evidence
Claude Wehrle is one of at least two cladding firm workers holding out, a letter seen by the BBC reveals. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Boudicca revolt: Essex dig reveals 'evidence of Roman reprisals'
Archaeologists link the destruction of a "high status" village to the uprising in Roman Britain. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Your pictures on the theme of 'my 2020'
A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "my 2020". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mA8egv
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Budget smartphones: What do you get for £100?
BBC Click's Chris Fox puts eight new budget smartphones to the test to see how they stack up. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/34wc...
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Coronavirus: The care home DJ spreading festive cheer
Chris Morrow has been playing requests from family members who have been unable to visit loved ones. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Brexit: How to prepare for changes in 2021
Here are some of the things you can do to get prepared for the Brexit changes. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nErQBx
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Vanessa Bryant, her mother's lawsuit and the value of childcare
Vanessa Bryant's messy legal dispute with her mother has also got us talking about the value of housework. from BBC News - Home https:...
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A Christmas Carol: How Scrooge is saving theatres this Christmas
The theatres looking to Dickens' classic tale to stay afloat and raise spirits despite Covid-19. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2...
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Covid vaccine: 'Disappearing' needles and other rumours debunked
We examine widely shared false claims about vaccines - from "disappearing" needles to a "dead" nurse. from BBC News - ...
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'We're having a sustainable Christmas'
How can you have green, yet affordable, festivities? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/34pbo0v
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'God will forgive me or not': Inside the world of a people smuggler
Noor charges Afghans thousands of dollars to travel to Europe. He claims he is getting out of the business. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: 'How we survived when Mekelle was shelled'
Ethiopia's prime minister says no civilians were killed in the Tigray conflict. Three witnesses say otherwise. from BBC News - Home ht...
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Alan Shearer would 'not be so sure' about Arsenal staying in Premier League
Former England captain Alan Shearer says he would "not be so sure" about Arsenal surviving in the Premier League at the end of the...
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Watford sack head coach Ivic after four months
Watford sack head coach Vladimir Ivic after just four months in charge. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nvbQ4N
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The Papers: 'Christmas cancelled', and 'surging mutant virus'
The new festive restrictions dominate Sunday's papers, with the PM facing increasing criticism. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2K...
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Covid-19: Ministers meet amid rising cases in England and US approves Moderna jab
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on Saturday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nDwz6w
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Friday, December 18, 2020
FC Santa Claus manager on running a football club in Lapland: 'I've never been so happy in my life'
Ralf Wunderlich has taken charge at Finnish club FC Santa Claus - and may just have the most famous 'boss' in world football. from...
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Covid: Italy latest European country to order Christmas lockdown
Non-essential shops will be closed with travel only allowed for work, health and emergency reasons. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/38...
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Strictly Come Dancing: 7 memorable moments from this series
Bill Bailey, HRVY, Maisie Smith and Jamie Laing will compete for the glitterball trophy on Saturday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Covid: Ministers meet amid rising infection rates in England
The PM is "hoping to avoid" another national lockdown, but nearly 90% of hospital beds are full. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Long Covid: 'I used to run, now I can walk 200 metres'
Dr Nathalie MacDermott, 38, explains how Covid-19 has affected her life. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/38f4snS
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Quiz of the Year, part two: What went on during lockdown?
How well do you remember the news of the past 12 months? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gZs4Rc
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Microplastics, drugs and food - how jellyfish can help us
Jellyfish are being used to develop new medicines, filters for microplastics and for food. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KEY3dc
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Blindian Project: Celebrating black and South Asian relationships
Blindian Project runs workshops to prepare couples for tricky family introductions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/34sGGDz
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North Korea: Potato propaganda is back... but what does it mean?
Why is North Korea promoting the humble spud in movies, culinary shows, and news reports? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37x6m44
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Week in pictures: 12-18 December 2020
A selection of some of the most powerful images taken around the world this week. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/38h4tHL
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Sir David Attenborough on Joe Biden, Christmas wrapping... and flamingos
Sir David examines how wildlife adapts to the forces of nature, such as volcanoes, in a new series. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2W...
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Covid at Christmas: 'Chris Whitty is more popular than Britney Spears'
England's chief medical officer and his deputy Jonathan Van-Tam prove popular with shoppers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2J61H...
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My Money: 'I'm a 33-weeks' pregnant doctor'
Helen Edwards, an NHS doctor from the West Midlands in the UK takes us through her week's spending. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Faith and fertility at Bethlehem's Milk Grotto
Some say the place where Mary is said to have nursed Jesus holds the power to help couples conceive. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Covid: US approves Moderna as second vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration gives the green light for releasing millions of doses. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3axsJYK
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Brexit: UK-EU trade talks enter critical 48-hour period
The EU says the "moment of truth" has arrived as disagreements with the UK over fishing rights continue. from BBC News - Home ht...
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Met Police officer sues over 'sexual and racist' texts
The ex-officer is suing her former colleague after he used racist and sexual language in his messages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Employers back requirement for large firms to disclose ethnicity pay gaps
A government report seen by the BBC suggests strong support for large firms having to publish the data. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Covid-19: Fake 'immunity booster' found on sale in London shops
Tests carried out for the BBC show herbal remedy Coronil offers no protection from coronavirus. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KIOg6...
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Graham Norton presents his final Radio 2 show after 10 years
The star is moving to Virgin Radio after a decade hosting Saturday mornings for Radio 2. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nAzyfX
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The 'ghost' silhouettes popping up in a Scottish Borders village
Residents of West Linton have seen all kinds of creatures appear since the Covid pandemic began. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/38dy1...
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The Papers: 'Lockdown 3 fear' and Oxford jab 'before new year'
Many of Saturday's papers lead with the prospect the UK could enter national restrictions post-Christmas. from BBC News - Home https:/...
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Thursday, December 17, 2020
Openreach creating 5,300 new jobs to speed fibre rollout
The wholesale internet division of BT has been told to speed up the rollout of ultra-fast connections. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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'Appalling' safety at Asda buyers' former company
Packaging firm co-owned by Mohsin and Zuber Issa was prosecuted after a series of injuries from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/34lFXny
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Covid: Pandemic 'exposes' UK security planning gaps
The response to Covid was "inadequate" and more could have been done to prepare, a report says. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Chef 'comes of age' to win Masterchef: The Professionals title
The winner of this year's Masterchef: The Professionals series says "it is the best feeling ever". from BBC News - Home http...
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Covid: Moderna vaccine moves closer to US approval
A panel of US experts say the Moderna vaccine should be given emergency use approval. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/34q7gx9
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Electric cars will leave hole in tax revenues, says Treasury
The Treasury says taxes must rise or services cut to compensate for the loss of fuel tax income. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mwnH...
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Dog theft: Organised crime driving ‘epidemic’ of dog snatching
Dog theft: Organised crime driving ‘epidemic’ of dog snatching. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/34mP07X
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Google sued again over anti-competitive search practices
US states accuse Google of unfairly abusing monopolies to dominate new tech like voice assistants. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nu...
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Celebrating Hanukkah and tackling anti-Semitism
Young Jews have marked the festival by posting videos honouring traditions and fighting anti-Semitism. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Quiz of the Year, part one: Can you even remember January?
How well do you remember the news of the past 12 months? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ntMq7y
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US couple find 100-year-old whisky bottles hidden in walls of home
In 1920, the US banned alcohol but bootleggers went to extraordinary lengths to hide the illicit goods. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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US congressman Joe Cunningham opens beer to toast bipartisanship
Joe Cunningham uses his farewell speech to call on people to "listen to each other, maybe even have a beer". from BBC News - Hom...
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Coronavirus and Christmas: 'I can't wait to see my grandkids'
A family look forward to being reunited at Christmas, after being separated for 10 months. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2J0aVdz
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Covid: How schools managed to save the Christmas nativity
Schools have found new ways of celebrating the festive period during the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3rabYc0...
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Coronavirus: Swiss count cost of surge in deaths
Swiss leaders decide on Friday whether to impose tougher measures, as deaths reach 100 a day. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3asfpoR ...
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Biden cabinet: Does this new team better reflect America?
The role of a president's inaugural cabinet goes beyond just policy - let's take a closer look. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Creating animal food from a greenhouse gas
Animal feed is often transported thousands of miles so scientists are looking at new production methods. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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The angry pop song calling out China's domestic violence problem
Xiao Juan is the first pop song in China to openly discuss what is seen by many as a sensitive topic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Long Covid: Hospital patients to get checks at six weeks
Official guidance has identified 28 common symptoms like dizziness, breathlessness and chest pain. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3p3...
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Wildfire smoke may spread infectious disease
Smoke from wildfires could be a surprising new route for the spread of microbes, experts believe. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3h5S...
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US cyber-attack: Hack of government agencies and companies poses 'grave risk'
The US cyber-security agency says thwarting the attack will be "highly complex and challenging". from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Covid: Sydney residents urged to stay home amid new outbreak
Residents are told to stay home as officials scramble to contain a cluster ahead of Christmas. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/389TXC6...
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The Papers: 'Bleakest midwinter' as Covid tiers extended
The extension of tier three Covid rules to more parts of England is the focus for many of Friday's front pages. from BBC News - Home h...
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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Australian Open delayed by three weeks due to coronavirus pandemic
The Australian Open will start on 8 February next year after being pushed back because of the coronavirus pandemic. from BBC News - Home h...
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Toy deliveries to miss Christmas amid port delays
With Christmas fast approaching, popular lines including Lego, dolls and puzzles are out of stock at some toy stores. from BBC News - Home...
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Brexit trade talks with India: 'We don't duck the difficult issues'
Dominic Rabb says the UK wants a post-Brexit trade deal with India, but will also hold it accountable for human rights issues. from BBC Ne...
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Google ad practices under fire in new lawsuit
Ten US states accuse the tech firm of illegally trying to preserve its online advertising monopoly. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3g...
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Royal Christmas card: Prince William and Kate release family photograph
Charles and Camilla also release an annual photo, showing the couple smiling in their garden. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3akHLB1 ...
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Covid: Areas in England await Covid tier changes
NHS bosses express concern about "prematurely" easing restrictions in areas of northern England. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Cancelling Christmas: 'They said they understood'
As infections rise, these people say they've decided to cancel their Christmas plans. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Wmm2AF
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Covid: Cancer scan backlog raises late detection fears
Waiting times grow across the UK for potentially life-saving MRI and CAT scans, figures show. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3h6BScp ...
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Dancing starling spectacle solves power cut mystery in Airth
Engineers investigating the unexplained outages found they were caused by murmurations of starlings. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Covid: Woman discovers 'thrill' of wildlife photography in lockdown
Laura Lake now loves capturing wildlife after borrowing a camera and a zoom lens earlier this year. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3m...
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In pictures: The beauty of toilets
Photographer Elena Heatherwick captures the stories behind them in villages in Rwanda and Madagascar. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Our Lives: 'It's not impossible to be happy'
BBC journalist Emma Clifford Bell visits Drumchapel, Scotland, to see how lockdown has impacted lives there. from BBC News - Home https://...
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'Christmas is here again' sung by schools around the UK
Emma Hutchinson's efforts to create something positive in lockdown led to a Christmas song. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3akosb...
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Dangerous cladding: 'Fire patrols at our flats cost us £500,000'
Years after flammable cladding issues emerged, more flat owners are facing costly 24-hour patrols. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3p0...
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Coronavirus doctor's diary: 'Have I got Covid for a second time?'
Dr John Wright thought he'd had Covid in spring - but last week he tested positive. So what's going on? from BBC News - Home https...
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Viola Davis: 'In my world, there are a lot of Ma Raineys'
Viola Davis on her new movie with Chadwick Boseman and how black women are represented on screen. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Kd1...
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How Phoebe Bridgers made one of 2020's best albums
The making of Punisher, from break-ups and primal screams to learning how to drive a tractor. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3896LIU ...
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Marcus Rashford's mum: 'Sometimes we didn't even have bread in the house'
Speaking publicly for the first time, Mel Maynard says sometimes she went without food so her children could eat. from BBC News - Home htt...
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UK and US in talks over mini trade deal
US trade chief Robert Lighthizer says he is working with Liz Truss on a deal to reduce trade tariffs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Covid and vitamin D: 'Not enough evidence' for treatment
People are still advised to take a daily supplement this winter to keep bones and muscles healthy. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gR...
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More families 'trapped in temporary accommodation' in England
The number of people without a permanent home in England is at its highest level in 14 years, a report says. from BBC News - Home https://...
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China's Chang'e-5 mission returns Moon samples
A capsule lands in Inner Mongolia with the first lunar rock to be brought to Earth in 44 years. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3anN2I...
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The Papers: PM's 'stark warning' for merry 'little' Christmas
Boris Johnson's call for a short, small celebration makes it on to most of Thursday's front pages. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Tuesday, December 15, 2020
MacKenzie Scott gives away $4.2bn in four months
The ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has been focusing on women, people of colour and food banks. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Gay conversion therapy: Hundreds of religious leaders call for ban
More than 370 leaders from the world's major faiths join a call to stop "harmful practices". from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Post-Grenfell cladding inspections find other fire risks
Hundreds of tower blocks have been discovered with faulty fire prevention measures, the BBC finds. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/38b...
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Glastonbury 2021: Emily Eavis says 'we're doing everything we can'
But "we're a long way from being able to say we're confident 2021 will go ahead," Emily Eavis says. from BBC News - Home...
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Prato: The Italian town turning rags into new clothes
A small Italian town has built its fortune on transforming the world's old scraps into new clothes. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Our Lives: 'We don't have to be shooting each other'
The BBC's Fergal Keane returns to Northern Ireland to see how one community is dealing with the legacy of the Troubles. from BBC News ...
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Beirut explosion: The architect rebuilding families' homes for free
Joe Salloum and his team are bringing hope, and homes, back to people who live in the poorest areas of Beirut. from BBC News - Home https:...
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The Archers tackles the 'hidden' connection between disability and modern slavery
As The Archers reveal three characters kept as slaves have a learning or mental health disability, how widespread is the problem in the UK? ...
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'Fear is the only thing that stops you. I had to give it a try'
Three stories of people working in retail who set up new businesses during Covid-19. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3p8LJ4f
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Germany starts Christmas lockdown amid Covid surge
New restrictions come into force limiting festivities to the smallest of family gatherings. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3r2nTZq
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French culture takes centre stage in Covid protest
Actors, musicians and theatre directors gather to criticise the decision not to reopen culture venues. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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'Tier 3 has ruined our dream restaurant opening'
With sit-down dining now off the menu in much of England, restaurant owners say they're facing a difficult Christmas. from BBC News - ...
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Rail fares to rise more than expected next year
January's planned rise is delayed until March - when prices will increase by an inflation-busting 2.6%. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Great Pyramid: Lost Egyptian artefact found in Aberdeen cigar box
The 5,000-year-old piece of wood, originally found in the Great Pyramid in 1872, is said to be "hugely significant". from BBC Ne...
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Prince Harry and Meghan sign Spotify podcast deal
In a trailer, the couple promise "different perspectives" and interviews with "amazing people". from BBC News - Home h...
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Covid: First care home residents in Wales get vaccine
A care home pilot for the Covid jab will begin later ahead of a possible rollout before Christmas. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gQ...
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What are the Christmas Covid rules?
Laura Foster explains who you can see and how to stay safe. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2ISQDmd
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Kangaroos can 'communicate' with humans, study finds
Their behaviour challenges a notion that such abilities come only from domestication, a study finds. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Historic England: Shipwreck and Selfridges on 2020 protected list
Historic England has added 423 sites to its National Heritage List in 2020. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2K6s7P2
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Vaccine doctors on TikTok: 'Come for the fun, stay for the science'
Meet the doctors working on vaccines and providing information about the jabs on TikTok. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gNH18Y
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Housing: Formula for locating new homes revised after Tory backlash
Urban developments in the Midlands and north of England will now be prioritised in government U-turn. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: About 2.3 million children cut off from aid, UN says
The UN urges access to the region where Ethiopian government forces have been battling local fighters. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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The Papers: 'Carry on Christmas' as PM refuses to scrap rules
The front pages focus on whether plans to ease restrictions over Christmas could be scrapped or cut. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Monday, December 14, 2020
Universal Credit: 'I felt guilty claiming benefits for the first time'
Women under the age of 30 have seen the sharpest increase in unemployment benefit claims since March. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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A68a iceberg: Science mission to investigate frozen giant
Scientists will send robotic vehicles under the colossal berg drifting in the South Atlantic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37i4dJe ...
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Covid-19 isolation 'detrimental for children' - Ofsted
Periods of repeated isolation have "chipped away" at pupils' progress pupil , says the head of Ofsted. from BBC News - Home ...
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New Covid strain: How worried should we be?
Scientists will keep a close eye on this variant to see if it is a better spreader than others. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37jGFn...
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Covid: Millions more face tier 3 as new strain identified
London, most of Essex and parts of Hertfordshire will enter the toughest restrictions on Wednesday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/38...
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Gay 'conversion therapy': Man given electric shocks demands apology
A university is accused of giving traumatising electric shocks in the 1970s to "cure" homosexuality. from BBC News - Home https:...
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Joe Biden says 'will of people prevailed' after victory confirmed
The Democrat has been formally certified as the next US president by the country's electoral college. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Covid: Twelve charts on how Covid changed our lives
From cancelled operations to benefit claim rises, how has the pandemic impacted peoples' lives? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3o...
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Australia storms: Floods spark evacuation warnings for NSW towns
Some New South Wales residents are told to leave their homes, after storms batter two states. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mqAjqM ...
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Actor Craig McLachlan cleared of indecent assault
The former Neighbours actor has consistently denied allegations raised by four women in Australia. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/384...
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Cartoonist Charlie Mackesy: 'Don't give up, the storm ends'
Cartoonist Charlie Mackesy dedicated his drawings to the people on the front line tackling Covid-19. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Nottingham street dancer: ‘Why I dance in front of strangers’
Jamal Sterrett performs a style known as bruk up. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2K2wZEQ
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Experiencing a lockdown world through hang gliding
Hang glider Wolfgang Siess lost his job due to coronavirus, so he started filming his flights to try and attract more people to the sport. ...
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Yemen: How Covid-19 spread in a war zone
Already facing a humanitarian crisis, Yemenis have been left in the dark over the coronavirus outbreak. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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MasterChef final is dream come true for Nepal’s Santosh Shah
Getting to the MasterChef final is like a dream for Santosh Shah, who is from a tiny village in Nepal. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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'We'd just begun our careers - and then the pandemic hit'
The sudden lockdown in March turned the world of work upside down for millions, including the very newest, apprentices. from BBC News - Ho...
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Hunger spikes, demand rises for US food banks
Amid the pandemic, one in eight Americans say their household has experienced a food shortage. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3qY1oon...
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A palm oil alternative could help save rainforests
Plantations for palm oil are blamed for rainforest destruction, but an artificial palm oil is close. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Senegal's Dakar Fashion Week: The catwalk in a baobab forest
Held outside because of the pandemic, a fashion show in Senegal embraces the environmental message. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3a...
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Online harms law to let regulator block apps in UK
Ofcom would also be able to fine services huge sums if it believed they had failed to protect users. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2...
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'Unconscious bias training' to be scrapped by ministers
The government scraps anti-bias training for civil servants and wants it to end across public sector. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Hackney triple shooting: Man critical and two injured
Three men were rushed to hospital with "gunshot injuries" after the shooting in Hackney. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ac...
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The Papers: 'Mutant' Covid as London 'plunged' into tier 3
A new variant of the virus and the capital going into the top level of restrictions dominates the front pages. from BBC News - Home https:...
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Spain housing: Evictions and broken promises in a pandemic
Spain's prime minister promised nobody would be evicted during the pandemic but activists say thousands have. from BBC News - Home htt...
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Sunday, December 13, 2020
'He ran the Baggies ragged' - who made Garth Crooks' team of the week?
Which striker made Garth Crooks' team of the week despite not having a shot? Find out here. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2K0N3X...
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Covid-19: White House officials to receive some of first Pfizer vaccines
Top officials are set to be given some of the first vaccines, which are being rolled out in the US. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3m...
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New Zealand and Australia agree on quarantine-free travel bubble
Both countries have very few cases and will allow travellers to go back and forth without quarantine. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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New Zealand sex worker wins six-figure sum in sexual harassment case
The payout comes after the woman filed a sexual harassment case against a business owner. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37ha01y
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Brexit trade talks: Process 'still has legs', UK source says
UK and EU negotiators to continue talks after both sides agreed to "go the extra mile" to reach a deal. from BBC News - Home htt...
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Covid vaccine: GPs in England to begin offering Pfizer jab
Surgeries in more than 100 locations are receiving their first deliveries of the Pfizer jab. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/349S7zS
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Covid vaccine: How does a vaccine get approved?
The NHS is carrying out the biggest mass vaccination campaign in its history - what safety checks were made? from BBC News - Home https://...
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Covid-19: London council tells schools to teach online
Greenwich council leader writes to head teachers and parents warning of "extreme risk" of rising cases. from BBC News - Home htt...
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Australia storms: Wild weather lashes vast stretch of east coast
Heavy rain and huge ocean swells batter popular tourist spots, prompting hundreds of calls for help. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Covid PPE: Hospital gowns that cost £122m never been used
Medical safety gear worth millions of pounds has yet to be distributed months after it was bought. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/34b...
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Blood donation: Rule change means more gay and bisexual men can give blood
Men who have sex with men in a long-term relationship will now be able to donate blood at any time. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2K...
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The moment landmark hotel demolished in Virginia
The former Holiday Inn offered views of Washington DC, but was brought down without a hitch in a controlled implosion. from BBC News - Hom...
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Challenging dementia 'stigma' in Sikh communities
Nirmal Singh says he wants his community to learn from his family's experience with the disease. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2...
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US election 2020: What is the electoral college?
The president of the United States is not chosen directly by voters, but by what's known as the electoral college. from BBC News - Hom...
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Contact tracer: 'People threaten us and block our calls'
An NHS Test and Trace worker says many members of the public don't answer or refuse to co-operate. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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The new podcast ‘smashing the box’ of disabled feminism
An 'unsanitised' retelling of the lives of Helen Keller, Mabel Normand and Rosa May Billinghurst in a new podcast reveals their impa...
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The surprise Christmas show for an audience of one
Dundee Rep Theatre is staging individual performances of its Christmas show at the homes of lucky nominees. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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How clean is the air in your office?
Due to Covid, and many of us hoping to return to the office in 2021, workplace air quality is a growing concern. from BBC News - Home http...
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Kenya's black market baby trade: A mother's choice
What drives a mother to sell her baby for £70? The story of a woman caught between poverty and traffickers. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Newspaper headlines: Extra time in Brexit talks for a "final push"
The ongoing Brexit talks dominate the front pages as the UK and EU agree to extend negotiations. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3nbjk...
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What next for Arsenal as Gunners make worst start since 1974-75?
Kieran Tierney said Arsenal "deserved" to be booed off after being stunned at home by Burnley, so just how bad is the situation fo...
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Selby beats O'Sullivan to retain Scottish Open title
Mark Selby retains the Scottish Open title with a commanding 9-3 win over world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan in Milton Keynes. from BBC ...
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Charley Pride: Country music singer dies of Covid-19
The Grammy-winning artist was the first black singer to enter the Country Music Hall of Fame. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2W7Hnxt ...
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Covid-19: How are couples coping with home working?
More people than ever are finding themselves working from home, often alongside their partner. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2JPTtJq...
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Poulter, Fleetwood, Westwood and Stenson surprise Covid-19 doctor
Professional golfers Ian Poulter, Tommy Fleetwood, Henrik Stenson and Lee Westwood surprise a Covid-19 doctor with a day that she will never...
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Covid-19: 'Third wave' warning and how work from home couples are coping
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on Sunday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/382vcYm
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Saturday, December 12, 2020
Figueiredo overcomes point deduction to defend title at UFC 256
UFC flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo retain his title after a thrilling majority draw decision against Brandon Moreno in the main even...
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Electoral College: The people who ultimately pick the US president
Members of the US Electoral College meet on Monday - but who are they? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2W89Y67
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Brexit: EU offer 'unacceptable' as trade talks continue
Post-Brexit trade talks have entered their final day but sources say there is little sign of agreement. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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US Covid vaccination: 'The mission begins'
Gen Gustave Perna says he is confident of the safe distribution of the "precious commodity" across the US. from BBC News - Home ...
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Paolo Rossi: Italian World Cup hero's home burgled during funeral
A watch and cash are among items reported stolen from the late World Cup winner's home on Saturday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Scotland care home vaccinations begin on Monday
Both staff and older residents will begin receiving the Pfizer/ BioNTech vaccine from the start of this week. from BBC News - Home https:/...
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Teenage glider pilot flies solo for first time on 14th birthday
Alex Westgate completed the flight in Leicestershire after he started training in March. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37W7TiV
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Call of Duty: US and British military go head to head
Teams from the US and British forces compete for the first time to raise money for veteran charities. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Abortion laws: Polish women forced abroad for terminations
Even more Polish women are seeking abortions abroad, after the procedure has been all but banned. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37SO...
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Hurricane season 2020: Is global warming making hurricanes stronger?
The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season was one of the most active on record - was it due to global warming? from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Drag Race UK: The Frock Destroyers on making music in lockdown
Divina De Campo, Blu Hydrangea and Baga Chipz appeared on season one of RuPaul's Drag Race UK. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Wg...
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Heritage railway decked out with 13,000 Christmas lights
A heritage railway is running special seasonal services in the run up to Christmas. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3a7caTh
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‘I was in prison at 20 - and a music executive by 28’
As he faced jail, the life Niyah Smith had once dreamed of looked impossible. But then came a chance to turn his fortunes around. from BBC...
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Covid vaccines: Will drug companies make bumper profits?
Governments and charities have invested billions in vaccines developed by private firms. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3oPnxmW
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No pickers, no coffee: How Covid threatens Colombia's harvest
Labour shortages caused by the coronavirus pandemic are hitting coffee growers in Colombia hard. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KhAy...
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The women inspiring others in a male-dominated industry
Women who have risen to the top in the banking world share the challenges they have faced. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3oMWDMQ
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Impressive AJ, fans return, Fury responds & Mayweather's surprise appearance
Anthony Joshua stops Kubrat Pulev in style, fans return and Floyd Mayweather's surprise appearance - how the boxing world reacted. fro...
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Anthony Joshua knocks out Kubrat Pulev to raise hope of Tyson Fury bout
Unified world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua floors Kubrat Pulev four times on his way to a knockout win. from BBC News - Home https:...
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Newspaper headlines: 'Hours from a no deal' and Tory grandee 'fury'
The impending UK-EU trade talks deadline dominates the front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gOK7tq
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Friday, December 11, 2020
Covid: US drugs agency FDA approves Pfizer vaccine
The US Food and Drug Administration gave its approval late on Friday after White House pressure. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2W9ih...
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'Test and dine' proposed to support Birmingham restaurants
Many of Birmingham's hospitality businesses have been forced to close since the second lockdown. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Pubs in Scotland prepare for level 3 reopening
Hospitality venues will be able to open on Saturday, however, no alcohol can be sold, and premises must close at 18:00. from BBC News - Ho...
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Alfred Bourgeois: Second death row inmate executed in two days
President Donald Trump has planned three more executions before he leaves office on 20 January. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2IHsJd...
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Brexit: UK-EU trade talks to resume with one day to go
Four Royal Navy boats have been placed on standby to patrol UK waters as negotiations enter their final hours. from BBC News - Home https:...
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What is climate change?
Countries are to set out how they intend to cut their emissions, but what's brought us to this point? from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Covid: London's coronavirus levels rising, ONS says
But infections kept falling in most English regions as the second lockdown ended. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37QT9C8
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How Saddam Hussein tried to break into the film business
Oliver Reed travelled to Iraq in the 1980s when Saddam Hussein tried to join the movie business. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gDZ6...
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Covid: Homeless people in Milton Keynes left struggling for shelter
The BBC's Jon Ironmonger met rough sleepers on the streets of Milton Keynes. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mdf9w1
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The Balkans on film, 25 years since the Dayton Agreement
Scottish photographer Chris Leslie has worked in the region since the 1995 Dayton Agreement. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3oGJDrS
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Week in pictures: 5 - 11 December 2020
A selection of striking images taken around the world this week. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2JZPCcx
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Covid vaccine: How will the UK jab millions of people?
The logistics of delivering the biggest vaccination programme the country has ever seen. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gFyqVH
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The science of addiction: Do you always like the things you want?
A leading US scientist, Prof Kent Berridge, has transformed our understanding of human desire. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ncr0fb...
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Pushbacks: Migrants accuse Greece of sending them back out to sea
Greece insists such accusations are an insult but some migrants documented their trips with GPS. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3781J...
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Test and Trace: 'Tackling Covid got me a job'
Newsbeat finds out what it’s like to work for NHS Test and Trace. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37aLIX9
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'I made £1,265 selling my clothes second-hand'
Resale clothing and accessories sites like Depop, Poshmark and ThredUp say activity is up due to the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https:...
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Climate change: UK to end aid for fossil fuel projects abroad
As the UK hosts a key climate summit, the government announces an end to funding for overseas oil and gas. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Space tourism: Virgin space plane set for first crewed flight
Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Galactic embarks on the first crewed flight of its rocket-powered tourist plane. from BBC News - Home htt...
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Aztec skull tower: Archaeologists unearth new sections in Mexico City
A further 119 skulls of men, women and children are found near a famous Aztec temple in Mexico City. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Klarna plans to tell credit agencies if repayments fail
The Buy Now, Pay Later firm Klarna tells Money Box it plans to start reporting missed payments to credit referencing agencies. from BBC Ne...
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Monkeys could be banned as pets, says government
Many of the thousands of primates kept in homes in England are said to be living in misery. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/378uM3p
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Newspaper headlines: Christmas plans warning and 'IT chaos' hits vaccines
A call to rethink Christmas bubbles and a warning from GPs over computer systems are among the stories leading the papers. from BBC News -...
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US Supreme Court rejects Trump-backed bid to overturn election
The lawsuit sought to invalidate results in four states where President Trump lost the US election. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3m...
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Thursday, December 10, 2020
Covid: China asks cabin crew to wear nappies to reduce virus risk
New coronavirus guidelines recommend cabin crew use disposable diapers and avoid the toilet. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37XcqBX
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Biden and Harris named Time's Person of the Year
The US president-elect and his running mate beat three other finalists, including Donald Trump. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/377sh1...
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Covid: Australian vaccine abandoned over false HIV response
Trials of the Australian vaccine returned false-positive HIV tests, but did not harm participants. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/376...
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Disney ramps up Star Wars and Marvel franchises
The move marks another industry shift away from cinema to streaming. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3n9cuEP
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Climate change: Covid drives record emissions drop in 2020
The world has seen the biggest annual fall in CO2 emissions since World War Two, say researchers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3n2G...
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Covid testing of students finds few positive cases
First results of mass Covid testing of students report "low numbers" of positive cases. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/39Y5...
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Quiz of the week: Moon for sale - but for how much?
How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37N...
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Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: Chadwick Boseman 'a character actor'
Oscar-winner, Davis, stars alongside Boseman in the highly anticipated Ma Rainey's Black Bottom. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Brexit: Is the EU treating the UK differently?
With no agreement on a Brexit trade deal, Ros Atkins takes a look at what the UK and EU are demanding. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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New Zealand: Fixing the ruined Christchurch Cathedral that's frozen in time
New drone footage shows Christchurch Cathedral that's been untouched since the 2011 earthquake. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2J...
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Revenge of the secretaries: The protest movement that inspired the film 9 to 5
The 1980 hit comedy 9 to 5 was inspired by a real protest movement, which is profiled in a new documentary. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Waldemar Haffkine: The vaccine pioneer the world forgot
Waldemar Haffkine created the world's first vaccines for cholera and plague. Then a disaster derailed his life. from BBC News - Home h...
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Plexiglass, sanitiser and masks: US mall Santas prepare for Christmas
Malls that have hosted visits with Santa for over 100 years are being forced to change their approach. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Latin America politics: UK's 1960s covert activity revealed
Declassified files reveal Britain's attempts to wield influence in Latin America in the 1960s. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/376...
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Ridley Scott inspires Network Rail’s cave-exploring drone
Scenes from the movie Prometheus inspired Network Rail to develop a drone that can explore caves. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37O1...
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Dame Barbara Windsor: Carry On and EastEnders actress dies aged 83
The actress was best known for her roles in EastEnders and the Carry On films. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3n7Hghf
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Covid in Scotland: Shops to reopen as toughest restrictions eased
Non-essential shops across much of western Scotland - including Glasgow - will open for first time in three weeks. from BBC News - Home ht...
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Hundreds of volunteers are helping to map the Great Barrier Reef
Volunteers have been asked to take and categorise thousands of photos of the Great Barrier Reef. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/376ue...
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Covid-19: Lockdown restrictions lift across NI
Businesses such as restaurants, cafes and hotels, can reopen but "drink-only" pubs must stay shut. from BBC News - Home https://...
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Charity that helped Grenfell victims 'institutionally racist', review says
A review finds the London-based Westway Trust "lost sight of the reason for its establishment". from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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In pictures: Barbara Windsor
Actress Dame Barbara Windsor, best known for her roles in EastEnders and the Carry On films, has died aged 83. from BBC News - Home https:...
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Obituary: Barbara Windsor
Bubbly, blonde Carry On pin-up who became the matriarch of the Queen Vic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3qOfA3e
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The Papers: Prepare for 'Aussie rules' Brexit as talks stall
Boris Johnson's warning to prepare for no deal dominates the front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3445xNT
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Wednesday, December 9, 2020
US Covid vaccine: Three key questions answered
How will Americans receive the vaccine? Will it be free? And will enough people take it? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3m4qLS3
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Brexit: UK and Singapore sign free trade agreement
The deal is one of many aimed at replicating trade pacts that will cease when the UK leaves the EU. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37...
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US election: YouTube to ban videos alleging widespread voter fraud
The world's largest streaming site said the ban would affect any posts uploaded from Wednesday from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2VZ...
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Asian honeybees 'defend hives from hornets with faeces'
The finding is thought to be the first to document the use of tools by Asian honeybees. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3qIRabt
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Vulnerable teen given tent to live in, watchdog report finds
A report reveals a litany of damaging and unlawful decisions made about children in care. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2JQJnI3
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Paolo Rossi, Italy's 1982 World Cup hero, dies aged 64
The striker's hat-trick eliminated Brazil on the way to Italy's triumph in the competition in Spain. from BBC News - Home https://...
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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: How a soldier survived an 11-hour gun battle
Ethiopian soldiers recount the dramatic moment their army camps were raided in Tigray. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/377fH2p
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The dead professor and the vast pro-India disinformation campaign
A Harvard icon and fake media have been used in a global campaign to serve Indian interests, research reveals. from BBC News - Home https:...
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Elderly couple 'happily married' before dementia killing, report finds
Hilda and Michael Hubbard had been happy together before his dementia took hold, a report says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2VYNkN...
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Covid-19: The mask-wearing US city that bucked the trend
Compulsory mask-wearing has been highly controversial in the US. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gA3E0C
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Covid: Students and retirees form long-distance friendships
The pandemic inspires a scheme to pair language students with older people in France via video link. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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The Syrian mercenaries used as 'cannon fodder' in Nagorno-Karabakh
Four Syrians say they enlisted for sentry duties in Azerbaijan and were sent to the Nagorno-Karabakh front line. from BBC News - Home http...
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Greater Manchester Police 'let down' victims and failed to record crimes
Greater Manchester Police "let down" victims and failed to record 80,000 crimes in 2019/20, a report finds. from BBC News - Home...
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Demand for property 'losing a bit of steam'
Sales of homes and house prices are rising, but surveyors are expecting a slowdown early next year. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37...
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France Islam: French cabinet backs law targeting extremism
The draft legislation is given added impetus following a series of recent attacks by extremists. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3m1YG...
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Losing my dad: 'Everything looks the same but it isn't'
Lobby and Ruth are in different stages of grief. Here's an honest conversation between them. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3779g...
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Covid-19: How everyday life has changed in Wuhan
While the rest of the world is battling a second wave of infections Wuhan hasn’t had any locally transmitted cases for months. from BBC Ne...
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Black hair code launched to tackle racial discrimination
Campaigners have created a black hair code to try and end discrimination in schools and workplaces. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3g...
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West End actors performing on your doorstep
Professional actors can be booked to perform on doorsteps across the UK. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37N8mUF
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Dad steps in to sing national anthem when it fails to play at son's basketball game
When the US national anthem failed to play at his son's basketball match, this dad saved the day. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Elon Musk's Starship prototype makes a big impact
The US entrepreneur's latest Starship rocket prototype impresses in flight, but crashes on landing. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Artemis: Nasa picks astronauts for new Moon missions
Nasa has announced 18 astronauts who will travel to the Moon under the agency's Artemis programme. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Newspaper headlines: 'Deadlock at dinner' as Brexit trade talks 'go badly'
Boris Johnson's late-night dinner in Brussels to agree a Brexit trade deal dominates many front pages. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Fraud risk warning: 'I was desperate for a job'
One victim's tells of "pushy" fraudsters as a charity says mental health issues leave people exposed to scams. from BBC News...
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Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Students' mental health hit by Covid isolation
Students' mental health has declined amid the isolation of the Covid pandemic, a survey suggests. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Rich countries hoarding Covid vaccines, says People's Vaccine Alliance
Poorer nations will miss out despite steps to ensure access is fair, campaigners warn. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/370ksux
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Covid-19: Singapore 'cruise to nowhere' ends after passenger tests positive
The ship returned to port early after a passenger tested positive for coronavirus. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3lUBGh7
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Brexit: Boris Johnson to fly to Brussels as time runs out in trade talks
Mr Johnson will meet Ursula von der Leyen for talks over dinner, as time runs out to reach a trade deal. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Fort Hood: Soldiers fired and suspended after Vanessa Guillen probe
The US Army launched an investigation into the base after soldier Vanessa Guillen was killed there. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2J...
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Little pygmy possum found on Australian island for first time since fires
The world’s smallest possum had not been seen on Kangaroo Island since Australia's fires a year ago. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Finder of Forrest Fenn’s treasure reveals identity
This year, Forrest Fenn confirmed the discovery of the bronze chest he hid in the Rocky Mountains. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3qP...
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Climate change: Low-carbon revolution 'cheaper than thought'
The UK can make major cuts to carbon emissions more cheaply than previously thought. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3n3Wggg
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What's changed since this 1960s race documentary?
One family reflects on the impact of their relative who featured in a programme about racism in 1968. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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University students struggle with Covid restrictions
More investment in mental health services for students is needed, according to the NUS. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/39Sl9rB
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Covid: The Giggle Doctors bringing joy during the pandemic
The performers would normally visit ill children in hospital but have had to change the way they work. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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The stranded giraffes being rescued by raft
A group of the animals in Kenya, who became trapped on a new island, are being rehomed and it isn't easy. from BBC News - Home https:/...
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Covid: 'How a picture of my foot became anti-vaccine propaganda'
A misunderstanding turned a woman's skin condition into fuel for conspiracy theories. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3lYtcW3
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The people saving pantomime this Christmas - oh yes they are!
Pantomime producers are finding creative ways to make sure the show does go on despite the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Could Brexit make my food more expensive?
The UK is negotiating a new trade deal with the EU - how might the result affect food prices? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2K5JBuu ...
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Covid vaccine: What you need to know about vaccine safety
And how to immunise yourself against fake news about vaccine safety. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3702ecB
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Currys PC World asked to honour cancelled Black Friday sales
Shoppers say they are being charged full price to re-order products cancelled because of a fault. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/33UW...
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US cybersecurity firm FireEye hit by 'state-sponsored' attack
FireEye says tools used for testing clients' security have been stolen, without naming the culprits. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Covid: Schools in England can close for Christmas a day early
To give teachers "a break" from identifying potential Covid-19 cases, schools can have an inset day. from BBC News - Home https:...
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France helicopter crash: Five killed in Alps
The aircraft was on a rescue mission with six people on board when it went down in the Savoie area. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2V...
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Venice floods as weather catches city off-guard
Flood barriers were rolled out too late, causing heavy rain to flood the city. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2JEj4F7
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Newspaper headlines: Covid-19 vaccine 'giant leap' and Johnson heads to Brussels
Most of Wednesday's newspapers picture Margaret Keenan, who became the first person in the UK to be vaccinated. from BBC News - Home h...
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Madeleine McCann: Public 'would reach same conclusion' on suspect
Prosecutor says if public "knew the evidence we had" they would think Madeleine McCann was killed. from BBC News - Home https://...
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Covid-19: Vaccine roll-out, Scotland tiers and our tribute
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2JO2YbL
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Cold water swim 'obliterated' woman's short-term memory
Sue Hodge lost seven hours and has no memory of going in the sea or even driving to Newquay. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gpkpLM
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Monday, December 7, 2020
Chuck Yeager: First pilot to fly supersonic dies aged 97
The US pilot broke the sound barrier in 1947, helping to pave the way for America's space programme. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Japan to fund AI matchmaking to boost birth rate
Authorities hope artificial intelligence may be better at spotting successful potential couples. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Lidt...
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Lloyd Austin: Biden picks ex-general as defence secretary
Lloyd Austin, who headed US Central Command, will be the first African-American defence secretary. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/36T...
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Uber sheds self-driving cars to focus on profits
Driverless cars were one seen as core to the company's future but lately it's focused on rides and food. from BBC News - Home http...
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'Brother against brother' in Trump country
What's it like to be a Biden voter in a Trump heartland where many believe the election was rigged? from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Christchurch massacre: Inquiry finds failures ahead of attack
However, a report reveals inquiry a series of failures ahead of the 2019 attack. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3oCmuqF
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Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors made Dark Sky Reserves
Planets, shooting stars and the Northern Lights can be seen at night in winter due to good astronomy conditions. from BBC News - Home http...
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Encrypted messaging puts children at risk, CCE warns
The children's commissioner for England warns that encrypted message apps are a danger to children. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Coronavirus: Your tributes to those who have died
A collection of your tributes to some of the thousands of people in the UK who have died with coronavirus. from BBC News - Home https://if...
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Justin Welby and Ephraim Mirvis reflect on personal grief
The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, and Chief Rabbi Ephraim Mirvis reflect on their grief. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/39Ph...
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Kabul University attack: Fears for mental health one month on
One month after the Kabul University attack, students worry about the impact it's had on their mental health. from BBC News - Home htt...
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Astronomy: 'Odd radio circles' in the sky a ‘genuine mystery’
A new high-powered telescope has discovered inexplicable ghostly circles in the sky. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mVT3iJ
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'Looking for part-time jobs was soul-destroying'
With employers cutting hundreds of thousands of jobs, competition for work is fierce. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2JNiNzo
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Mateusz Kuzimski: How a warehouse veg packer became a pro footballer
Mateusz Kuzimski was working in England - before returning to Poland to chase his dream. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2IpMl5z
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So you want a career in computer games tournaments?
The first e-sports graduates are about to hit the jobs market, so was it worth the time and expense? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Covid: UK vaccination programme getting under way
About 70 hospital hubs in the UK are gearing up to vaccinate the over-80s and some health and care staff. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Lottery player age to rise amid gambling crackdown
There will be 'a major review' of gambling laws in a bid to protect children and vulnerable people. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Coronavirus: Your vaccine questions answered by an expert
Dr Penny Ward, a professor of pharmaceutical medicine, answers four questions about the Covid-19 vaccine. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Is the Covid vaccine safe?
Busting myths and explaining the facts around vaccines. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3fs5EaC
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The Papers: Vaccine 'fightback' begins, and PM's Brexit showdown
The first patients due to receive the Covid-19 vaccine on Tuesday feature on several front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/33OC...
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Sunday, December 6, 2020
Ex-judge Sir Peter Gross to head human rights law review
Sir Peter Gross will look at whether 22-year-old legislation is working properly today. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gf890k
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Andhra Pradesh: 'Mystery' illness puts hundreds in hospital
More than 200 people are in hospital in Andhra Pradesh state because of an unidentified illness. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2VK3m...
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Brexit: UK-EU talks to resume in final push for trade deal
Talks continue after a tense weekend - as No 10 disputes EU claims an agreement on post-Brexit fishing is close. from BBC News - Home http...
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Australia bushfire: Fraser Island residents told to leave immediately
The massive fire front has raced within 700m of a holiday township on Fraser Island off Queensland. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/36...
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BBC Sound of 2021 longlist includes Griff, Girl In Red and Greentea Peng
They rising musicians are among 10 acts tipped for success on the annual BBC talent list. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/33RkMK5
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Beer and crisps used to help tackle climate change
Walkers will make fertiliser by mixing potato waste with CO2 captured from beer fermentation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37KjvW8 ...
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Coronation Street in numbers, as the famous soap turns 60
Stars of the world's longest-running soap look back at 60 years of life on the cobbles. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2K08Kag
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What's it like moving back home (as an adult)?
The coronavirus pandemic has led millions of young Americans to move back in with their parents. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3qxVp...
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Letters to kids: Why it's a good time to write to your children
If you've been struck by the feeling of living through history, maybe it's time to write it down. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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'Kevin's identity was stolen by police after he died'
The Met Police faces legal action after undercover officers used four dead children's identities. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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The disabled activist who led a historic 24-day sit-in
Judy Heumann has fought all her life to challenge the stereotypes and misconceptions associated with disability. from BBC News - Home http...
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Covid-19 vaccination: Needle phobia - it's the jab, not the vaccine, some fear
Up to one in 10 of the population are anxious about injections - so what can they do? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/36OMCbL
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Rose Island: Netflix adapts the story of 'prince of anarchists' Giorgio Rosa
A new Netflix film tells the story of Giorgio Rosa and the island he built off the coast of Italy. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/33P...
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The 'virtual nannies' looking after kids via Zoom
As parents have struggled with childcare this year, a number of tech firms are offering solutions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3qA...
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Why Europe's big cannabis route is so hard to shut
Authorities are struggling to stop smugglers moving drugs over the Greek-Albanian border. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/33SeR7A
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Zalando boss to quit 'to prioritise wife's career'
The co-chief executive of Europe's largest online fashion platform is cutting short his contract. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Covid: Scottish Care homes trial rapid tests for visitors
The lateral flow tests will be trialled among visitors to 14 care homes in five local authority areas. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Covid: Most of California faces strict new lockdown as cases surge
Over half of the US state's 40 million people will be affected as intensive care capacity plummets. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Our Lives: 'I became a painter during lockdown'
Xavier Leopold took up painting during lockdown, discovering a positive way of looking after his mental health. from BBC News - Home https...
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The Papers: PM 'ready to quit' EU talks, and vaccine 'V Day'
The latest news on the Brexit talks and the roll-out of the Covid-19 vaccine lead the front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ox...
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Byron Bay: Why a famous Australian beach is disappearing
The sands of Byron Bay's iconic Main Beach have been steadily eroding due to the nearby headland. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Why Arsenal's Aubameyang has lost his scoring belief - Jermaine Jenas analysis
MOTD2 pundit Jermaine Jenas says Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's lack of confidence in Sunday's defeat by Tottenham is a...
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'Totally disrespectful' - angry Jones fires back at criticism of England's style
Eddie Jones calls criticism of England's style of play "totally disrespectful" after his side beat France 22-19 in extra-time ...
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Covid-19: Vaccine rollout 'unaffected by Brexit'
The medicines regulator says the UK is "ready" for "any outcome", as talks on a UK-EU deal continue. from BBC News - H...
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What will happen to closed High Street shops?
As retail chains fade, town centres may have to find other ways to attract custom. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2VHdfc5
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Coronavirus: How lockdown interrupted wedding plans
One bride, one groom, a wedding ceremony and a reception - what could go wrong? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Iglrgn
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Why Fnatic is giving fans a chance to part-own the team
Newsbeat talks to Fnatic boss Sam Mathews about opening the team up to be part-owned by fans from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/39IsQR3
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South Africa v England: First ODI called off again after positive Covid tests
England's first one-day international in South Africa is again called off because of positive coronavirus tests, this time from members ...
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Saturday, December 5, 2020
Covid-19: Covid jab roll-out to start and Cambridges' train tour
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3lNBkJ4
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Marcus Rashford-inspired 'donate-a-sheep' appeal launches
Farmers are asked to donate a sheep to help those struggling due to the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/39Gl36i
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Brexit: 'Final throw of the dice' as trade talks resume
There are still "significant differences" to be resolved by Lord Frost and Michel Barnier. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Climate change: Lower Thames Crossing CO2 impact figures revealed
Campaigners accuse Boris Johnson of mocking his own promises on climate change and emissions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/33M9iaF ...
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Trump presses Georgia governor to help overturn result
The US president holds his first post-election campaign rally in Georgia ahead of key Senate runoffs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Coronavirus: NHS to begin vaccine roll-out this week
Health Secretary Matt Hancock says the start of the vaccination scheme is "a historic moment". from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Covid test-and-trace: Is backwards contact tracing the way forward?
How turning back the clock with contact tracing can stop coronavirus superspreading events. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3qwJ9GB
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Couple divided for nine months by Covid and an ocean
A special pass for long-distance couples allowed Tina and Victor to reunite after nine months on different sides of the world. from BBC Ne...
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'Proud to be different, proud to stand out'
A video of an incident in which a Sikh boy was kicked and punched outside his school in Telford has sparked an outpouring of messages of sup...
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National Trust volunteer: 'He can do things they said he would never do'
James Drury, a volunteer on the Longshaw Estate, has no speech and communicates through photographs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Covid tensions in US hotspot of North Dakota: 'Grow up, mask up'
One in every 800 North Dakotans has now died from Covid, but people remain split on how seriously to take it. from BBC News - Home https:/...
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Noor Hossain and the image that helped bring down a dictator
A search for the story behind a picture of Noor Hossain, whose killing helped inspire an uprising. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3lL...
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The Black Panther who hijacked a jet to Algeria and started again in France
Melvin McNair hijacked a US airliner with his wife and children and then became a model French citizen. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Alex Wheatle: Why the 'amazingly exciting' Chester Himes should be better known
Himes' stories of crime, racism and poverty remain relevant 60 years on, says novelist Alex Wheatle. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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How a lockdown 'sex party' doomed a Hungarian Euro MP
It was not just breaching Covid rules that did for Hungarian Jozsef Szajer but claims of hypocrisy too. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Alabama sheriff's 'thugshot' Christmas tree draws complaints
A sheriff department in Alabama posted a doctored image of a Christmas tree adorned with mugshots. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/36I...
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Newspaper headlines: 'Final throw of the dice' for Brexit trade deal
Several papers report Boris Johnson has given a Brexit trade deal a "final throw of the dice". from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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England seek to end year with second trophy - and revenge over France
England will attempt to round off 2020 by clinching the inaugural Autumn Nations Cup and taking revenge on an under-strength France at Twick...
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Erlestoke Prison guard: Drug smuggler has jail term increased
Hannah Gaves hid crack cocaine and cannabis in her underwear and smuggled it into a prison. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3gdn0rX
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Liverpool mayor Joe Anderson bailed in bribery inquiry
He was arrested with four other people in an investigation into the awarding of building contracts. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/39...
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Illingworth explosion: Three people taken to hospital
Firefighters were called to an explosion at a house in Green Lane in Illingworth, near Halifax. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/36Jnsv...
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ICYMI: Covid street fight and near cat catastrophe
Our weekly video round-up, In Case You Missed It, looks at some stories that may have passed you by. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Why did the Netflix rival Quibi go so wrong?
The BBC speaks to three Quibi content creators on the rapid rise and fall of the Netflix rival. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3omSDS...
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South Africa v England: ODI series to start on Sunday after negative coronavirus tests
England's one-day international series against South Africa will begin on Sunday after the hosts' players tested negative for Covid-...
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Covid: Russia begins vaccinations in Moscow
The home-grown Sputnik V vaccine, which is still undergoing mass testing, is being used. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/39Ll7lo
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Friday, December 4, 2020
Covid-19: Care home jabs to start in two weeks and Jamaica flight prisoner catches Covid
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37IwaZY
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Obama and Jordan basketball vests sell for record sums
Sports shirts worn by the former president and the Chicago Bulls star were auctioned in Los Angeles. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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Jamaica flight: Prisoner tests positive for Covid-19
The man is being held under quarantine in a hospital in the Jamaican capital, Kingston. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3lRzqHv
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Brexit: Boris Johnson and EU chief seek to break trade deal deadlock
EU and UK negotiators call in leaders in last ditch effort to secure a trade deal. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3lIWOGP
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World's biggest iceberg captured by RAF cameras
A reconnaissance flight in the South Atlantic obtains spectacular imagery of the giant iceberg A68a. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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COVID-19: The students at school in a pandemic
Students in Hartlepool talk about what it's like going to school during a pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mDWavC
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Beirut explosion: The abandoned ship in the blast 'war zone'
This is what happened to Lebanon's only cruise ship, which was docked in the explosion's epicentre. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Week in pictures: 28 November - 4 December 2020
A selection of striking images taken around the world this week. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/33KDFOu
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Fighting air pollution: 'Without solidarity the world will be doomed'
Nineteen-year-old Abhiir Bhalla has campaigned against air pollution in Delhi most of his life. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/33KwoO...
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Christian Picciolini: The neo-Nazi who became an anti-Nazi
Christian Picciolini became a Nazi skinhead as a teenager but now he fights extremism. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3oqydIy
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Leg-lengthening: The people having surgery to be a bit taller
Hundreds of people are having long, often painful surgery to extend their legs. Is it worth the risk? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Covid Christmas: Are gift cards wise or wasteful?
With High Street retailers such as Topshop in trouble, will we give gift cards and vouchers this Christmas? from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Brexit: What trade deals has the UK done so far?
Securing a UK-EU trade deal is a top priority in the weeks ahead. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2XfjbIP
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Coronavirus: Defiant ski nations bid to save winter season
Many of Europe's ski slopes will be closed, but the Swiss and Austrians have made their own plans. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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New Zealand's Stuff news group apologises for anti-Maori bias
After a deep dive into their reporting, Stuff found their coverage of Maori issues had been racist. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3m...
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Newspaper headlines: 'Le bust-up' as France 'derails Brexit talks'
The pause on the post-Brexit trade talks between the UK and EU dominates Saturday's front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2...
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Brexit: All you need to know about the UK leaving the EU
Time is running out for the UK and EU to strike a deal - what is happening now? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2dsANy8
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Nasa to pay company $1 to collect rocks from moon
The US space agency has awarded two American and one Japanese firm contracts to pick up lunar soil. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37...
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Thursday, December 3, 2020
VAR - hit or miss? Fans' poll on football's most controversial debate
Video assistant refereeing has dominated the headlines this Premier League season - a BBC Sport poll reveals fans are not impressed. from ...
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Covid in Wales: What are the new rules and restrictions?
New rules restrict hospitality and ban indoor activities, but do allow travel into England. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3okOXRB
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Brexit: ‘Breakthrough still possible’ as UK-EU trade talks resume
Brexit talks are to resume on Friday as compromises over issues such as fishing rights are sought. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37B...
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Government to cut £1bn from rail budget
The cut comes at a time when the industry is suffering from low passenger numbers due to the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Call for probe into 'missing' £50bn of UK cash
The money has disappeared from circulation and is unaccounted for, say MPs and auditors. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2JEWOKJ
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Cyber-warning for festive shoppers
Online shoppers are being warned of the risks of cyber-fraud during the festive season. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/39JfO5I
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Joe White: UK appoints entrepreneur as first tech envoy to US
Joe White will also act as consul-general to San Francisco when he takes on the role later this year. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Government to 'redefine treasure finds' in UK
Changes to the 1996 Treasure Act are aimed at protecting newly-discovered treasure. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2VzYZ4V
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Thailand’s youth rebellion: Protest movement demands monarchy reform
A student-led protest movement has started demanding reform of the monarchy and an end to military coups. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Newburgh: The town that loves its 'wonky' Christmas lights
The children of Newburgh in Fife have been trusted to design the town's festive illuminations. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Ia...
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Quiz of the week: How does George Clooney keep his hair trim?
How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3qp...
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Covid-19: Do I have to be vaccinated?
Ros Atkins from BBC's Outside Source asks if people will have to be vaccinated against the virus. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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The hidden story of African-Irish children
The mixed-race Irish people searching for their African roots. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ombCwN
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'Covid killed my wife - so I'm taking part in a vaccine trial'
The death of Nigel Demaline's wife, Pauline, of Covid-19, prompted him to help test a new vaccine. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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'The rare condition slowly paralysing my arms and legs'
Filmmaker Xavier Alford explores up to his rare illness for the first time as it slowly paralyses his arms and legs. from BBC News - Home ...
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Covid: Five ways to be better at online uni
"It's so hard to concentrate when you're in your own room because they can't see you." from BBC News - Home https://...
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Norway excavates a Viking longship fit for a king
A rare excavation south of Oslo will provide new details about Viking culture. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3qlFcVb
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Coronavirus: Is India's test and tracing strategy working?
The country has recorded the second highest number of Covid-19 cases globally. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37xraHj
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Volunteering my phone to research Covid-19 while I sleep
100,000 people are donating their smartphone power to scientists to help research into Covid-19. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3qrrU...
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Biden to ask Americans to wear masks for 100 days
The president-elect says he expects universal masking will bring a "significant reduction" in Covid-19. from BBC News - Home htt...
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The Papers: Vaccine priorities and Brexit deal block
The latest twists in the UK's vaccine rollout and trade negotiations with the EU lead the papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Hong Kong pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai detained for fraud
The prominent pro-democracy supporter's detention comes a day after several activists were jailed. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Solskjaer admits leaving Fred on might have been mistake
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says he may have made a mistake in not substituting midfielder Fred off before he was sent off i...
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Covid-19: Pupils promised exam 'fairness' and vaccine a 'game-changer' for NHS staff
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Thursday morning. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3g2Bzyq
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Wednesday, December 2, 2020
Defund the Police: Obama says 'snappy slogan' risks alienating people
His comments drew a backlash from progressive Democrats who want to see police funds diverted. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3g3TMMe...
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Champion jockey Murphy 'saw cocaine' night before test
Champion flat jockey Oisin Murphy admits he saw "cocaine was present" the night before he tested positive for the drug in July. ...
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European Super League: Poll finds younger fans happier about prospect of breakaway league
A BBC poll shows younger fans are happier about the prospect of a European Super League than older fans. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Chinese step up attempts to 'influence' Biden team
A US intelligence official says Beijing is targeting people close to the incoming US president. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/39xYFf...
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Covid: Jersey to enter 'hospitality circuit breaker'
Pubs, restaurants and other hospitality outlets on the island are expected to close until 4 January. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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'We've just moved to a remote island we'd never visited'
Alex and Buffy dropped everything to start a new life on the Isle of Rum, which they had only seen in pictures. from BBC News - Home https...
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'Covid ended our marriage': The couples who split in the pandemic
Around the world, previously happy couples are splitting up and divorcing due to the stress of the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://...
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South Korea: The life-changing exam that won't stop for a pandemic
Despite a third wave, nearly 500,000 South Koreans will sit for critical university entrance tests. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/39...
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Travel after Brexit: How will it affect my holidays to the EU?
A simple guide to how leaving the EU will affect travel to Europe. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2IIDrzn
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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: 'How the conflict made my uncle a refugee in Sudan'
A BBC reporter's relative fled to neighbouring Sudan by foot and boat, losing his shoes on the way. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Will Santa have enough bikes for Christmas Day?
Millions of bicycles were sold this year, with fears there won't be enough for the festive period. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Extra measures 'to ensure fair exams next summer'
There will be generous grades and advance notice of topics, as GCSEs and A-levels in England go ahead. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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Covid-19: Do not resuscitate orders may have been used without consent
There was a jump in complaints about such orders in the first wave of the pandemic, the care watchdog says. from BBC News - Home https://i...
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Live animal exports to be banned in England and Wales
The environment secretary says the ban could be in place by the end of 2021 in a move away from EU rules. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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'Ditch high definition and new tech to fight climate change'
Scientists are urging people and firms to change the way they use technology to reduce emissions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/33Fd...
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Toilets: Men’s, Women’s or Gender-Neutral?
The government says its review will help “ensure there is a diversity of provision and facilities for everyone.” from BBC News - Home http...
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Mango dress: Teen makes 1,400-mango gown to highlight food waste
Australian teenager Jess Collins says she wants to draw attention to how many mangoes are left to rot. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt...
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SEND students not back full-time according to charities
Jacob is among the many students with a disability not back in school full-time in the UK. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37xdc8g
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Tracey Emin on bladder cancer: 'Art kept me alive'
One of Britain's most celebrated artists tells the BBC how her new exhibition helped her get through cancer treatment. from BBC News -...
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The Papers: Shot in the arm for Britain and jab Brexit row
The news the UK has become the first country to approve a Covid vaccine dominates the front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/36v...
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Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Humans waging 'suicidal war' on nature - UN chief Antonio Guterres
Secretary General Antonio Guterres says our "war" on the natural world will come back to haunt us. from BBC News - Home https://...
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Fans return to English football - but how do they actually feel about it?
A BBC Sport poll suggests football fans are divided on whether they should be allowed to return to matches before a Covid-19 vaccine is avai...
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Conception boat fire: Captain charged with 34 deaths
Prosecutors say the captain's alleged failure to follow safety rules sparked "a hellish nightmare". from BBC News - Home htt...
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Coronavirus: New Covid tier system comes into force in England
More than 55 million people must abide by the two strictest levels after MPs approved the measures. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2J...
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Christmas: Shops offer early festive discounts in battle for survival
Shop prices are falling in the run-up to Christmas as retailers race to clear stock, a report says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/36...
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Brexit trade: 'Serious disruption' risk at Channel post-transition period
Ministers are "taking limited responsibility" for readiness ahead of the transition period ending, MPs say. from BBC News - Home...
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Dame Jenni Murray on why she's taking her clothes off on TV
The former Women's Hour presenter will appear on ITV's The Real Full Monty On Ice. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37pzKbd
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Small waters 'can help address biodiversity crisis'
Experts call for urgent action to protect England's smallest freshwater sites, from ponds to streams. from BBC News - Home https://ift...
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Georgia official: Trump inciting election violence
"It's all gone too far!" says the voting systems manager as he rebukes fellow Republicans. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Keeping pools closed 'a catastrophe for health and wellbeing'
More than 200 council-run pools will stay closed despite the easing of lockdown restrictions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2KPy4zU ...
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The New ‘Nigerian Princes’ of hacking?
BEC hacking is one of the most common types of cyber-attack and experts say Nigeria is its epicentre. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/...
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Crochet is helping pay for my cancer treatment
Suzie Aries took up crocheting during the first lockdown and her creations are now helping pay for her immunotherapy. from BBC News - Home...
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Coronavirus: Delhi's deadliest month
November was the deadliest month in India's capital and the city's crematoriums are overwhelmed. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Zanele Muholi: Celebrating South Africa's black LGBTQIA+ community
South African photographer Zanele Muholi's black, queer and trans images go on show in London. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mx...
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Adoption: 'One boy stood out to me - he's now my son'
John is one of a growing number of men embarking on fatherhood alone. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37s0jMU
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Brexit: All you need to know about the UK leaving the EU
Time is running out for the UK and EU to strike a deal - what is happening now? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2dsANy8
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Covid brainwave: 'I turned my office into a cyclists' cafe'
Three stories of people working in hospitality who have set up new businesses during Covid-19. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/37rXiw4...
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Steps debate the merits of entering Eurovision
The band seem like a perfect fit for the song contest but, they tell the BBC, "we have a split camp". from BBC News - Home https...
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Trump travel ban: 'I might finally see my sons again'
A lorry driver who has never lived with his sons is waiting for Joe Biden to reverse Trump's travel ban. from BBC News - Home https://...
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Strangers swap cemeteries to remember loved ones
How two people living about 250 miles apart ended up tending the graves of one another's relatives. from BBC News - Home https://ift.t...
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Debenhams website overwhelmed as shoppers swoop on sales
The 242-year-old department store is offering huge discounts after it collapsed on Tuesday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3fV6EUO
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Slack sold to business software giant for $27.7bn
The workplace messaging app's sale comes as the pandemic has increased the focus on remote work. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3...
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The Papers: Vaccine by the weekend and care home visits return
The news visitors who test negative for Covid can see relatives in care homes makes several front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift....
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Advent calendar: Day 1 - Could you run a full marathon in your living room?
BBC Sport looks back at the moments that made us smile in 2020, starting with an incredible feat from Bolton Wanderers head of communication...
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Monday, November 30, 2020
Online grooming: 'My modelling job turned out to be a gang rape trap'
The NSPCC said the coronavirus lockdown has created "a perfect storm" for online grooming abusers. from BBC News - Home https://...
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Vulnerable children in lockdown 'national concern'
Ofsted's annual report warns of children out of sight and in danger during the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3lq2VzM
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