Trump says he will ban TikTok in the US

US security officials fear the Chinese-owned app could be used to collect Americans' personal data.
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Coronavirus: Saturday update as shielding ends for millions of people

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak today.
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Coronavirus: Lockdown easing on hold as shielding ends

More than two million vulnerable people can now leave their home for the first time since lockdown began.
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Black Lives Matter: 'Backlash has been divisive like Brexit'

People have been "shocked", "upset" and "drained" by friends' reactions to Black Lives Matter.
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Coronavirus: More than half of furloughed staff 'back at work'

A think tank suggests 4.5 million are currently furloughed as employers begin contributions today.
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Coronavirus: Locals in Cornwall 'too scared' to go shopping

Some Cornish residents say the crowds are "madness" and they are banning their children from towns.
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Dangerous heat wave forecast for south-western areas of US

Forecasters say temperatures could rise to 50C on Saturday in parts of Utah, Nevada and California.
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Whaley Bridge dam crisis: What's changed one year on?

Residents in Whaley Bridge reflect on last year's dam crisis that threatened to wipe out their town.
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Job-hunting: 'I apply everywhere - few firms reply'

The pandemic has created a desperate hunt for jobs in an increasingly competitive market.
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Bafta TV Awards 2020: Ten things we learned at the virtual ceremony

The night's big highlights, from DIY trophies to Kermit and Miss Piggy.
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Leicester Muslims mark second Eid of extended lockdown

Leicester's religious leaders and council urge people to pray and celebrate the festival at home.
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Coronavirus: Tracking new outbreaks in the sewers

Around 15,000 new cases of the disease have been reported in Spain in the past week.
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India Atkinson: TikTok disability educator goes viral

India Atkinson's videos address misconceptions about a condition that left her without fingers on one hand.
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Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how long should I self-isolate?

The BBC’s Laura Foster explains how you can recognise the symptoms of coronavirus.
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Week in pictures: 25 July-31 July 2020

A selection of powerful news photographs taken around the world this week.
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US election 2020: The war hero who could be Biden's running mate

Senator Tammy Duckworth is an Iraq war veteran and the first Thai-American woman elected to Congress.
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James Baldwin: World's fastest gamer to real life racer

Gaming gives the 22-year-old a second chance of achieving his real life racing dreams.
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Coronavirus: The bogus meme targeting Dr Fauci, and other fake claims

A round-up of false and misleading claims circulating on American social media this week.
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Coronavirus: Care home visits 'delayed' over lack of testing

Providers have the go ahead to resume family visits but say they need to check staff and residents.
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Michael Brown: Officer won't be charged for 2014 killing of teenager

The killing of 18-year-old Michael Brown in Ferguson triggered protests across the US in 2014.
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Afghanistan: At least 17 killed in Eid car blast

The explosion came on the eve of a ceasefire declared by the Taliban during the festival of Eid.
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Lee Teng-hui: Taiwan's 'father of democracy' dies

Lee successfully pushed for more democracy, but took a controversially hard line against China.
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Coronavirus: Why some people want to keep working from home

Office workers in England can soon go back to their desks - but many want to keep working remotely.
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Bird in the Sky: The radio play made under a duvet

Dramatising this intriguing true story of an Awol airman involved innovation and perseverance.
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Creeper guitarist: 'I worked on the album from a psychiatric ward'

Creeper's guitarist, Ian, was sectioned last year - now they're releasing a new album.
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Covid-19: Why Hong Kong's 'third wave' is a warning

Until recently, the city was seen as a poster child in its handling of the pandemic. What went wrong?
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The 'real' threat to Russia’s former doping mastermind

The ex-mastermind of Russian sports doping, Grigory Rodchenkov, now only appears in disguise. Matt Majendie explains why.
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NBA: Basketball's unique role in the United States' discussion about racism

Basketball is perhaps the sport best placed to challenge racial inequality. Is the NBA doing it right?
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Coronavirus in Wales: Up to 30 can meet outdoors from Monday

Children under 11 will no longer have to keep 2m from one another or from adults.
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Coronavirus: Can the chancellor save the economy from Covid-19?

Will Rishi Sunak's £190bn superpower be enough to counter the economic effects of coronavirus?
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Climate change 'driving UK's extreme weather'

Last year was remarkable for high temperatures and severe swings, according to the Met Office.
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Bafta TV Awards: Stars prepare for virtual ceremony

There is no red carpet at this year's virtual ceremony - unless the stars unfurl one in their homes.
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Coronavirus: 'Chancellor must protect' jobs of those shielding

Charities are calling on the chancellor to protect the jobs of workers who have been shielding.
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Universal Credit 'failing millions of people', say peers

Lords blame the design of the benefit payment for "soaring rent arrears and use of food banks".
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Prison launches take-away meal deliveries

Brixton prison is taking orders for take-aways from its professional-standard training restaurant.
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Kylie and Kendall Jenner endorsed 'knock-off' Apple products on Instagram

They promoted AirPods clones, whose design may be in breach of Apple's intellectual property rights.
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Brain tumour patient Matty gives thanks for 800 letters

Matty, 15, has received messages from astronaut Tim Peake and TV presenters Ant and Dec.
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Coronavirus: Brits, Balearics and battered businesses

Ibiza's nightclub scene has been hit hard by coronavirus, leaving people in need of support.
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'I helped Black Lives Matter without protesting'

Three people share what they have done to support Black Lives Matter without going to protests.
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Quiz of the week: Which star called out disinformation?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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What exactly is a 'Karen' and where did the meme come from?

To many the Karen meme - and its male equivalent Ken - sums up a specific type of white privilege.
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Extinction: Quarter of UK mammals 'under threat'

Review of UK mammals finds that a quarter of native species are at "imminent threat of extinction".
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Yazidi children still haunted by Islamic State, Amnesty International says

Large numbers of Yazidi were killed by the Islamic State when it overran their homeland in 2014.
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Billions have been raised for racial equity groups - what comes next?

The global outpouring of giving following George Floyd's death inundated charities large and small.
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Liberal Democrats: Is targeting the 'yellow halo' key to party's success?

As voting gets under way in their latest leadership contest, new research offers hope to the Lib Dems.
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Rape convictions fall to record low in England and Wales

The Crown Prosecution Service says it is "working hard to reverse the trend".
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PM's child poverty claims 'inaccurate,' says statistics watchdog

Labour urges Boris Johnson to "correct the record" after criticism from the statistics authority.
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PM hails public sector workers in drive for recruits

More police and teachers are being employed, but Labour says services had been cut "to the bone".
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Coronavirus in Pakistan: Doctor's video diary of fight against pandemic

A doctor in one of Pakistan’s busiest hospitals has kept a video diary of the country’s struggle with coronavirus.
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Coronavirus: Domestic abuse - ‘You’re with each other 24/7'

The Domestic Abuse Helpline took more than 40,000 calls during the first three months of lockdown, we explore the reality of domestic abuse when confined to your home.
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How to ace a video interview

A job coach offers eight tips for performing your best during a video interview.
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Black Lives Matter: Can you answer these seven questions about statues and the protests?

Take this quiz to test your knowledge of the monuments and memorials that have attracted controversy.
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Is TikTok doing enough to remove pro eating disorder content?

Radio 1 Newsbeat looks at whether the app is doing enough to remove the content.
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Inside an 'abandoned' panto warehouse

Instead of being measured up and shipped out, pantomime costumes and props fill the high shelves.
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'Bay of Piglets': A 'bizarre' plot to capture a president

How did exiled Venezuelans and former US Special Forces end up joining what looked from the outset like a suicide mission? 
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Coastal erosion: The 'forgotten' community left to fall off a cliff

As climate change hastens coastal erosion, why are some areas saved and others abandoned to the sea?
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The Umbrella Academy: Where do superheroes on screen go from here?

We ask the cast of Netflix's Umbrella Academy what's next for the genre.
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The sweet smell of success: How Bulgaria took the lead in lavender

Lavender is used for cosmetics, fragrances and even, with the help of bees, to make honey.
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Jordan and Perri: Kiss breakfast hosts on 'stepping into huge shoes'

Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely on early mornings, listening figures and diversity in radio.
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Nasa Mars 2020: First aircraft to fly on another planet

Ingenuity is a 1.8kg (4lb) helicopter that will ride to Mars attached to the belly of Nasa's Perseverance.
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Black pupils face trebled exclusion rate in some areas

An analysis shows black pupils are more likely to be excluded than their peers in most council areas.
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Coronavirus: UK lockdown solidarity 'starting to fray'

The public are being consulted on how to avoid community divisions opening up in the months ahead.
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'I recorded fraudsters stealing my money'

Criminals are exploiting the coronavirus pandemic for gain, according to one leading investigator.
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India and China race to build along a disputed frontier

The rival nuclear powers are trying to out-build each other along their disputed Himalayan border.
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Coronavirus: Care homes criticism, ethnicity studies and 'zombie' firms

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Wednesday morning.
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PC Andrew Harper's widow asks PM for murder retrial

Three teenagers were convicted of the officer's manslaughter but cleared of murder after a trial.
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US election: Biden pledges billions to improve racial equality

The Democratic candidate vows to boost opportunities for Black, Latino and Native American businesses.
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Alzheimer's: 'Promising' blood test for early stage of disease

The test could spot the disease at the earliest stage before symptoms appear, studies suggest.
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Climate change: Coastal erosion 'to threaten more Australian homes'

See the damage done by waves – and the problem will only get worse with climate change, experts say.
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Princess Anne: Fly-tipping 'a major irritation'

The Princess Royal has guest edited Country Life magazine ahead of her 70th birthday.
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Coronavirus: Kodak pivots itself to become strategic drug maker

The former camera maker moves into drug making and secures a major loan from the US government.
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'Fix your bike' website crashes as scheme launches in England

Social media users complain they can't access the government website to get a £50 bike repair voucher.
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Coronavirus: 'Lockdown saved me from life on the streets'

Rough sleeper Simon was offered a hotel room, after the government released emergency funding to get people off the streets during lockdown.
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Pre-colonial communities’ history of gender fluidity

The BBC spoke to three people from cultures that have a long history of gender fluidity.
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Elmhurst Ballet School helping young dancers with body image

The ballet world is competitive and the pressure on young dancers to achieve the "perfect physique" is high.
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Coronavirus on campus: 'We already lost prom and graduation...'

The BBC spoke to three students about the uncertainty of schools reopening in the age of Covid-19.
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Coronavirus: 'Mum died while we were at dad's funeral'

John and Mary Boxer died within 16 days of each other, weeks before their 60th wedding anniversary.
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Spain quarantine rules: The businesses fearing for their futures

Spain's struggling tourist businesses say the UK's new quarantine rules may drive them off the edge.
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Saudi Hajj coronavirus curbs mean 'no work, no salary, nothing'

Covid-19 has hit the annual Hajj and with no international pilgrims, many firms both in Saudi and abroad are suffering.
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'Coronavirus has delayed my career prospects'

The government can retrain and support people, but are there the jobs to provide employment?
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Malta: The island hoping to be 2020's festival hotspot

Malta is set to host four festivals over the coming months after British events were cancelled.
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International students turn to food banks in lockdown

Hundreds of international students are unable afford fees, food or rent as funds dry up due to virus.
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More free school meals 'would stop diet disaster'

A national food strategy for England calls for an extension of the scheme to end childhood hunger.
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Coronavirus: Hong Kong implements strict measures amid new cases

Dining in restaurants will be banned and only two people from different households can meet.
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Coronavirus; Business rescue package has 'delayed the inevitable'

Insolvencies slow during lockdown, but experts say the worst is yet to come.
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Coronavirus: Scaled back Hajj pilgrimage due to start in Saudi Arabia

Only a very limited number of Muslims living in the kingdom will be able to make the Hajj this year.
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Bringing Mars back to Earth

An audacious mission to bring rock samples from Mars back to Earth is about to begin - find our more with our illustrated guide
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Coronavirus: German officials 'very concerned' by rising cases

The head of the Robert Koch Institute says people have become "negligent" as new cases rise.
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Madeleine McCann investigators search German allotment

It is connected with an investigation into the man suspected over the three-year-old's disappearance.
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Drake overtakes Madonna and The Beatles to break US Billboard chart record

The Canadian star has now had more Billboard Top 10 singles than any other artist.
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Coronavirus: UK defends quarantine as Spain calls it 'unjust'

Government minister Simon Clarke says "we respectfully disagree" with the Spanish PM over the travel rules.
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Greggs sees 'encouraging' sales recovery

The bakery chain saw losses in the first half of 2020 but says sales are now 72% of last year's level.
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Chainsmokers gig prompts inquiry over social distancing

New York's health commissioner seeks answers after footage shows crowds standing close together.
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Australia's fires 'killed or harmed three billion animals'

The recent bushfires were "one of the worst wildlife disasters in modern history", conservationists say.
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Google's new transatlantic data cable to land in Cornwall

The tech giant plans a new high-end transatlantic data cable to go from the US to Bude, in Cornwall.
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Coronavirus: Spanish PM's anger and translation efforts criticised

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Tuesday morning.
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Government 'failing to prioritise tackling racism', says watchdog boss

The head of the UK's equality watchdog says ministers should come up with a "coherent strategy".
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Najib Razak: Former Malaysian PM guilty on all charges in corruption trial

Tuesday's verdicts centred on $10m transferred from a wealth fund to Najib Razak's private accounts.
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Republicans introduce $1tn pandemic recovery plan

The proposal would cut a $600 boost to unemployment benefits that has been paid during the pandemic.
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Coronavirus: Spanish PM says UK's travel restrictions 'unjust'

Pedro Sanchez says he hopes there will be a rethink, and most parts of Spain are safer than the UK.
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Coronavirus: Foreign Office repatriation help 'too slow'

Many Britons abroad felt forgotten by the Foreign Office as the crisis unfolded, says MPs' report.
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New Zealand suspends Hong Kong extradition treaty

The country follows Australia and the UK in its response to China's new national security law.
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Coronavirus: 'We’re still waiting at home for them to come back'

While Latinos represent 18% of the total US population, they account for 34% of cases.
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The assistant headteachers aiming to increase BAME representation

Aretha and Youlande set up Mindful Equity UK to tackle the lack of BAME teachers in leadership roles.
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Coronavirus: When home is both prison and sanctuary

Photographer Jo De Banzie records life during the coronavirus lockdown, using an antique camera.
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Coronavirus: Safety fears over lack of translated virus advice

A charity says informing the UK's non-English speakers about Covid-19 is a government "blind spot".
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Amazon takes on supermarkets with free food delivery

Same or next-day delivery will now be free for Prime subscribers in London on orders above £40.
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Men and women's working hours 'nearly equal'

A new study shows working hours are now almost evenly spilt but men get paid for more of their time.
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Kylie Moore-Gilbert: Lecturer jailed in Iran 'moved to remote prison'

British-Australian woman Kylie Moore-Gilbert is reportedly moved to a notorious prison in the desert.
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Kelp found off Scotland dates back 16,000 years to last ice age

Experts from Heriot-Watt University's Orkney campus analysed the genetic composition of oarweed from 14 areas.
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Coronavirus: Spain races to save tourism as cases surge

The UK imposed a 14-day quarantine on all arrivals from Spain after a spike in infections.
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Coronavirus in Scotland: What is known about care home deaths?

When the BBC's Marc Ellison set out to map Scotland's 1,950 care home deaths he found the task surprisingly difficult.
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Fortnite's British teenage millionaire: One year later

Jaden ‘Wolfiez’ Ashman from Essex is the youngest esports player ever to win a million dollars.
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Coronavirus: Obesity strategy, Spain quarantine and Wales lockdown easing

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Monday morning.
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Coronavirus: Vietnam coma pilot warns people 'not to be blasé'

Scot Stephen Cameron spent more than two months in a coma in Vietnam after contracting coronavirus.
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Ryanair swings to loss in 'challenging' pandemic

The airline made a loss of €185m in the April-to-June period, when most of its flights were grounded.
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Virtual kidnapping: Chinese students in Australia targeted in scam

Students in Australia are coerced into faking their own kidnappings in the extortion scheme.
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Coronavirus: Vietnam alarm after first cases in months

The four locally transmitted cases in Da Nang prompt a tourism ban and renewed prevention measures.
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Huawei holds summit as global pressure grows

The event comes after China's state media said HSBC played a role in the arrest of Huawei's finance chief.
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Hong Kong launches share index of technology giants

Investors will now have greater access to Chinese tech firms including Alibaba, China's answer to Amazon.
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Coronavirus: Labour urges support for quarantining workers

Labour calls for contingency plans to support people returning to the UK from Spain.
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Sutton murder arrest after woman hit by van dies

Stella Frew was pronounced dead at the scene after being struck by a van on Friday.
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US diplomats to leave consulate in Chengdu in tit-for-tat closures

China's decision to close the US mission came after the US shut China's consulate in Houston.
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Coronavirus: Beauty salons and tattooists in Wales reopen

Beauty salons are reopening but people may have to wait longer for fillers and eyebrow treatments.
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Coming out at 90 years old... to my gay daughter

While writing his memoirs in lockdown, Kenneth Felts opened up to his daughter about his first love.
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The gravedigger’s truth: Hidden coronavirus deaths

Somalia has fewer than 100 official Covid-19 deaths. But its cemeteries tell a different story.
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Terry O'Neill: Capturing celebrity

An exhibition brings together the late photographer Terry O'Neill's memories behind his celebrity images.
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Iraq War: 'I am here today because another man died'

A photographer's decision to capture an image during the Iraq War changed not only his life - but the lives of the marines with him.
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Heathrow Airport brings in robots to fight coronavirus

The airport has installed a number of tech-based measures to help keep travellers safe.
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Coronavirus: How bad will winter really be?

Could we be heading for a double whammy of flu and coronavirus?
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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Will vaccine sceptics make trials a headache?

The NHS soon needs to start flu vaccinations and Covid vaccine trials - but anti-vax attitudes seem to be spreading.
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'I started a fashion business from two suitcases'

From $800 of clothes in a suitcase to a ticket to Milan Fashion Week.
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The children of Korean War prisoners who never came home

South Korea largely forgot its prisoners of war. Now their children are fighting for recognition.
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Coronavirus: PM to set out strategy to tackle obesity in UK

The plan includes 12-week programmes to help people lose weight and cycling being prescribed by GPs.
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Coronavirus: Spain quarantine and soft play centre crisis

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.
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North Korea on alert over 'first suspected coronavirus case'

State media say a defector who returned from South Korea has Covid-19 symptoms.
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Peter Green death: Mick Fleetwood leads tributes to 'dearest friend'

The drummer co-founded Fleetwood Mac with the blues rock guitarist, who has died aged 73.
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Hurricane Hanna batters southern Texas

A disaster declaration is issued for 32 counties, amid warnings of a life-threatening storm surge.
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Thai gay activists raise Pride flags in Bangkok

The rally in Thailand's capital is the latest in a series of youth-led pro-democracy protests.
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The sisters regrowing forests helped by their dogs

Francisca and Constanza Torres and their three dogs, are planting seeds in areas of Chile devastated by wildfires.
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Coronavirus: 'Devastated' travellers react to Spain quarantine rules

Holidaymakers arriving in the UK from Spain and its islands must self-isolate for 14 days.
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Saving India's traditional rice varieties

Scientist Debal Deb is fighting to save thousands of India's traditional rice varieties.
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Paris police step up anti-noise patrols

After the birdsong and the silence, the sound of engines and sirens seems all the more invasive.
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Coronavirus: Your pictures on the theme of 'homegrown'

A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "home-grown".
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'Injured bats hide under my sofa'

Jenny Harris believes people should celebrate the often maligned mammals.
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The dying teenager who wanted world peace (and love)

An American teen with cancer went to Moscow in 1988 hoping to meet Gorbachev and rid the world of nukes.
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Coronavirus: 'Soft play is heading for a cliff edge'

With no date for reopening, children's play centres are closing and hundreds more are under threat.
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Coronavirus: What would working from home in Barbados really be like?

Tempted by the scheme that lets foreigners "work from home" in Barbados? Here's what you need to know.
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The frustration of trying to invest in my hometown

Would-be investors in US black neighbourhoods say they still face significant financial barriers.
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Lupe Fiasco: America's influence in the world is 'dwindling'

Lupe Fiasco says America's influence in the world is "dwindling".
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Viewpoint from Sudan - where black people are called slaves

The use of racial slurs in Sudan shows how deeply entrenched racism is there, writes Zeinab Mohammed Salih.
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No end to Covid-19 webcam shortage

The video-call boom means that, months into the pandemic, it is still hard to buy many webcam models.
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Motorway roadworks speed limit to be raised in England

The increase from 50mph to 60mph in England is intended to ease driver "frustrations".
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John Lewis: Mourners pay tributes to US civil rights icon

The last of America's Big Six civil rights leaders died on 17 July of pancreatic cancer, aged 80.
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Nearly 200 released sex offenders had nowhere to live

Almost 200 sex offenders were released from prison in a year without anywhere to live.
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Nasa Mars rover: Meteorite to head home to Red Planet

The Perseverance robot will take Martian rock with it when it launches from Earth on Thursday.
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PC Andrew Harper death: Innocent man's family 'torn apart' by murder charge

Jed Foster was charged with killing PC Andrew Harper before the case against him was dropped.
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Coronavirus: Indoor gyms and pools in England start to reopen

Facilities must follow strict hygiene and social distancing measures in latest easing of lockdown.
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Harry and Meghan 'did not contribute' to new book Finding Freedom

Finding Freedom claims there was tension between Harry and Meghan and other royal households.
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Coronavirus: Gyms reopen and did beach crowds cause a spike?

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this morning.
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Donald Trump acts to cut prescription drug prices in US

The president says his executive orders will overhaul the drug market, but some experts are sceptical.
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Singapore man admits being Chinese spy in US

A court hearing is the latest incident as tensions rise between the US and China in recent days.
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WW2: The nun who saved my life

An extraordinary Catholic nun saved Hélène Ullrich and 82 other children during the Holocaust in France.
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Almost 1,000 apply for receptionist job in Manchester

With the hospitality sector savaged by the pandemic, jobs are attracting many more applicants.
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Small music venues in England get £2.2m emergency government funding

Up to 150 English venues will get help to stop them going to the wall after four months with no gigs.
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Dog meat: Koreans are divided over the issue

Eating dog meat has become controversial within South Korea as growing numbers own dogs as pets.
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Week in pictures: 18 July-24 July 2020

A selection of powerful news photographs taken around the world this week.
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Coronavirus: My pregnancy in a pandemic

Two women document their birth stories for the BBC, to show what it’s like to have a baby in a pandemic.
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'Maskne' and bold makeup: How masks are changing how we look

Face masks are everywhere - and with them, the rise of "maskne" and new mask-friendly makeup trends.
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Coronavirus: The vulnerable mum and daughter continuing to shield

A mother and daughter say they will continue to shield despite restrictions easing on 1 August.
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From Yemen to Wales: 'I thought I would die under that lorry'

Forced to flee for his life, Mujahed Aqlan relives his perilous journey across Europe as a teenager.
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Boohoo: Five things you may not know about the fashion firm

The Instagram-friendly fashion brand has seen a rapid rise, but could its success be under threat?
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Coronavirus: The week when everything changed for Trump

The president underwent a series of U-turns in an effort to save his re-election chances.
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WhereIsMyName: Afghan women campaign for the right to reveal their name

Afghan women are often forced to keep their name secret, even from doctors. But some are fighting back.
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Did Bournemouth beach crowds spread coronavirus?

One month ago, thousands of people visited a beach in Bournemouth, but did they spread coronavirus?
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Gyms and mental health: 'I can't wait to be back on the squat rack'

With gyms set to reopen, three people tell Radio 1 Newsbeat how exercise helps their mental health.
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Coronavirus: Wills witnessed by video link to be made legal

The law is being changed to make it easier for people to record their final wishes during the pandemic.
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Amazon, Google and Wish remove neo-Nazi products

A BBC investigation finds white-supremacist books and merchandise for sale on top retail platforms.
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Coronavirus: Passport renewals to be fast-tracked amid backlog

More than 400,000 documents are yet to sent out because of fewer staff due to the Covid pandemic.
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US consulate: China orders US consulate closure in tit-for-tat move

The move comes days after the US ordered China to close its consulate in Houston.
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Hagia Sophia: Former Istanbul museum to open for Muslim worshippers

The former museum will open to worshippers for the first time after being turned back into a mosque.
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Taiwan laundry: Elderly models are unexpected Instagram hit

A man's wish to stop his grandparents being bored leads to unexpected fame and new happiness.
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Harry and Meghan sue over 'drone photos' of son Archie

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex claim pictures of Archie were taken at their US home during lockdown.
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Coronavirus: New face covering rules come into force in England

Customers in shops, banks, post offices and takeaways are among those who must now wear masks.
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Coronavirus: Lost school time 'will hurt economy for 65 years' - study

The disruption to schools in the pandemic will cause long-term damage, says Royal Society.
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Dame Jenni Murray to leave Woman's Hour

The broadcaster says it is "time to move on" from the Radio 4 show after 33 years.
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Most people in England to be offered flu vaccine

About 30 million people - including everyone over the age of 50 - will be able to have the vaccine.
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How not to wear a face mask

New rules mean face coverings are now mandatory in England in all shops.
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Coronavirus: Question mark over 2021 Tokyo Olympics

The Olympics are now one year away - again - but some athletes fear that they won't happen at all.
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Coronavirus: Mothers 'unlikely to infect newborns'

Infected women can stay with and breastfeed their babies if safety measures are taken, a study says.
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Reopening US schools 'makes our kids guinea pigs'

Florida's decision to reopen all brick and mortar schools in August caused a teacher backlash.
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Boris Johnson: The prime minister's year in No 10

From Brexit battles to coronavirus - along with a new baby - it has been a busy 12 months for the PM.
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Tokyo 2020: ‘Delaying the Olympics changed our careers’

For some, it means competing when they couldn’t before. For others, it’s a year too long to wait.
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Quiz of the week: Which Joaquin Phoenix film had a role in a hostage drama?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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Caitlin Moran adapts her book How To Build A Girl for big screen

Actress Beanie Feldstein has read all her books and now she is playing "a version" of author Caitlin Moran in How To Build A Girl.
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Legacy of Kenyan clan 'branded evil' by colonialists

The BBC’s Anne Soy travelled to her birthplace to meet clan members in her Kalenjin ethnic community.
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Boris Johnson: After one year in power, how is the PM doing?

Boris Johnson has been in power for a year, is he delivering on the goals set out in his first speech?
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Did Sweden's coronavirus strategy succeed or fail?

Despite global criticism, Sweden has seen a drop in serious Covid cases without ever having a lockdown.
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Rap duo 4 Wheel City and the power of disabled rap

Namel and Ricardo were paralysed in shootings, now as rap duo 4 Wheel City they talk about the 'double drama' of being black and disabled.
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Coronavirus: 'We made a feature film in lockdown'

How some UK film makers have kept working during the coronavirus pandemic.
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IS prisoner issue a ticking timebomb for the West

Unfinished business of foreign fighters presents a renewed security problem in the world.
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Nasa Mars rover: How Perseverance will hunt for signs of past life

If there was life on Mars, how will the US space agency's next robot rover recognise it?
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'I have this deep desire to be out of reach' - 400m world record holder Van Niekerk keen to break 43-second barrier

Olympic champion Wayde van Niekerk wants to set an "untouchable" 400m world record as his legacy.
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Woody Johnson: US ambassador to UK denies making racist comments

Woody Johnson says media reports he made insensitive comments about race and gender are "false".
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Western brands face pressure over China Uighur ties

Activists have accused Western companies of "bolstering and benefiting" from abuses of China's Muslim minority.
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Coronavirus: Domestic abuse helpline sees lockdown surge

Calls to the National Domestic Abuse Helpline were up 80% in June, says the charity Refuge.
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Premier League club almost lost £1m to hackers

A Premier League club was close to losing £1 million during a transfer deal due to cyber hackers.
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George Floyd murder suspect Derek Chauvin charged with tax evasion

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is charged with multiple counts of tax evasion.
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Chancellor 'turning his back' on people needing virus support

MPs say Rishi Sunak has "effectively drawn a line" under helping 1m people needing virus support.
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How long does it take to get to Mars - and why is it so difficult?

Summer 2020 is a popular time for missions to Mars because of the way the planets align - but how long does it take to get there?
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Coronavirus: UK foreign aid spending cut by £2.9bn amid economic downturn

MPs criticise the government for rushing out the decision as Parliament breaks for the summer.
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Coronavirus: Government 'too slow to help at-risk arts', say MPs

A committee of MPs says Covid-19 risks causing "a cataclysm in the arts and cultural space".
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Cutting screen time lowers risk of death, study finds

Research from the University of Glasgow finds watching two hours or less of television a day could minimize health risks.
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Top 10 tips for diversifying your workplace

How can firms diversify workplaces? Race equality business champion Karen Blackett has some tips.
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Anthony Walker: How a life lost in racist killing has been imagined for TV

A TV drama imagines the future life of Anthony Walker, who was killed in a racist attack in 2005.
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One Direction: 10 years of the band - in pictures

An anniversary look back at the boy band, from being talent show hopefuls to world pop sensations.
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QAnon, coronavirus and the conspiracy cult

The bizarre, fringe theory has surged in popularity in the US during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Taika Waititi on charity, homeschooling, racism and Star Wars

Thor and Jojo Rabbit filmmaker Taika Waititi tells BBC News what life has been like during lockdown
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'I just love helping, I'm not ready to give it up'

Dr Melissa Freeman is a doctor in New York City who has been practising for 65 years. The BBC spoke to her about her journey into medicine.
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Coronavirus: People with learning difficulties 'at risk of falling through cracks'

A survey suggests that only 5% of disabled people feel safe to come out of lockdown.
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Birmingham students' pain to be the best at Bhangra

One dancer compares the bid to beat competition rivals with going to war.
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Abood Hamam: 'A picture can kill you or save your life'

For years Abood Hamam sent war photos out of Syria anonymously. Now he's using his name, and urging exiles to return.
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We built a recording studio to take on music industry

New research suggests the industry is still an old boys club.
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George Floyd death: The other names we're also hearing now

For some bereaved relatives fighting for justice the spotlight can be welcome, but it's still painful
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What happened in the Championship on the final night?

On a dramatic final night of the 2019-20 Championship season, here's a round-up of what happened.
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Watford's confidence 'crazy low' after thrashing by Man City - Foster

Watford goalkeeper Ben Foster admits his side's confidence is "crazy low" after a 4-0 defeat by Manchester City plunges them into the relegation zone.
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Arteta says season 'not good enough' as Gunners certain of worst finish for 25 years

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal's season "is not good enough for this club" after defeat at Aston Villa confirms the Gunners' worst finish since 1995.
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Home insulation scheme must guarantee high-quality work, say campaigners

Homeowners using a energy efficiency grant must be protected from bad quality work, campaigners say.
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Archer says sport is 'fickle' and reports racist social media abuse

England bowler Jofra Archer speaks about the "fickle" nature of sport and says he's reported racist social media abuse before the third Test against West Indies.
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Anti-Semitism: Labour whistleblower lawsuit expected to be settled

The party is being sued for defamation by ex-staff who spoke out last year about handling of complaints.
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Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong: ‘A few cars are following me’

Joshua Wong believes he is now being followed, after the new security law was passed by China.
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UK firms still operating at half pre-virus capacity, says BCC

Survey finds worries about consumer demand and local lockdowns is hindering a full re-start of operations.
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Russia report: UK considers tougher security laws after criticism by MPs

It comes as the government prepares to face questions in the Commons over the threat posed by Russia.
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QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory

The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to "offline harm".
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Belarus election: Snatched from the streets in Europe's 'last dictatorship'

Activists and journalists are being rounded up and jailed in Belarus ahead of next month’s elections.
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Amazon-owned firm in Black Lives Matter legal claim

Whole Foods supermarket accused of discriminating against black staff over BLM face masks.
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Portland protests: US federal agents 'will not retreat', Chad Wolf says

Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf says officers will not leave the city until violence stops.
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Toronto 'Chair Girl' spared jail for 2019 chair stunt

A video of Marcella Zoia throwing a chair from a Toronto high-rise onto a highway went viral.
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Coronavirus in Scotland: Beauticians, nail salons and tattoo parlours reopen

Scotland continues to relax lockdown rules as more restrictions are lifted across the country.
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Coronavirus: UK passport application backlog reaches 400,000

Reduced staffing to allow social distancing is one reason for the mounting backlog, a minister says.
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Moon bears: Korean campaigners call for farm closures

Animal rights campaigners are calling for the closure of hundreds of moon bear farms.
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Birmingham designer creates PPE for men with turbans

A designer has created PPE for men who wear turbans or have long beards.
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AO.com boss: 'Behave as if your mum is watching'

John Roberts, founder of white goods retailer AO.com, shares his business advice for CEO Secrets.
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Coronavirus: What jobs are available post-lockdown?

The world of work is changing thanks to Covid-19 - which sectors are hiring and which are struggling?
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Coronavirus: How Joe Wicks' fitness workouts 'changed my life'

As the Body Coach ends his live morning workouts, people explain what the sessions have meant to them.
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Olympics postponement leaves UK firms in limbo

With the Tokyo Olympics delayed to 2021 due to Covid-19, UK firms have seen their plans disrupted.
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How singer Samantha Crain rebuilt her career after a life-changing accident

US singer Samantha Crain lost the use of her hands after three crashes. Here's how she recovered.
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Coronavirus in India: 'PM Modi, please make men share housework!'

After India's lockdown revealed some hard truths about housework, one woman set out to fix the gender gap.
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'Fighting to prove we're British'

Three people struggling to secure their lives in the UK after learning they're not legally British.
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Coronavirus: Almost 900,000 public sector workers get above-inflation pay rise

Doctors, teachers and police officers are among those who will be rewarded for their work in the pandemic.
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Russia report: Long-awaited probe due into interference in UK

A new report based on secret intelligence assesses the extent of Russian interference in UK affairs.
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Portland protests: Trump threatens to send officers to more US cities

The president said more officers would be sent to a number of cities run by "liberal Democrats".
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China warns UK of 'consequences' over Hong Kong 'interference'

The Chinese ambassador in London says the UK has "blatantly interfered" in China's internal affairs.
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Delyn MP Rob Roberts invited intern to 'fool around' with him

Rob Roberts is facing allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards two junior parliamentary staff.
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St Louis couple charged for pointing guns at protesters

Mark and Patricia McCloskey are charged with unlawful use of a weapon over the incident in St Louis.
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Coronavirus: Harmful lies spread easily due to lack of UK law

MPs say the government must publish a draft bill to tackle online harms by the autumn.
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New penalties proposed for rule-breaking MPs

The Commons standards committee says a wider range of penalties is required to effectively punish MPs.
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River Thames 'severely polluted with plastic'

The Thames has some of the highest recorded levels of microplastics in the world, a study says.
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Coronavirus could lead to thousands more cancer deaths

Disruption to essential cancer services means treatable tumours will have been missed, experts say.
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'This is our final showdown with Uber, and the stakes are high'

After a five-year legal battle, Uber drivers will learn whether they will be recognised as employees.
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Customised 3D printed masks: A more comfortable fit?

A research project is looking at how to make bespoke masks which could benefit health workers.
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Coronavirus in South Africa: A day in the life of a contact tracer

The BBC gained exclusive access to follow a small team of contact tracers in the city of Bloemfontein, South Africa.
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How a 10-year-old created a lockdown print hit for punk fans

Arlo Lippiatt's lockdown magazine project has been a hit with musicians and fans around the world.
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Black Lives Matter: Mixed-race people share their stories

Parents and young adults share their stories of being mixed-race and dealing with racism..
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Churchill's legacy leaves some Indians questioning his hero status

Yogita Limaye explores how Indians are questioning more about the dark chapters of colonial history.
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Indonesia vows to end practice of bride kidnapping

On an island east of Bali, women are still being abducted for marriage. Now, there is hope it may end.
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Coronavirus: Why are Americans so angry about masks?

How face coverings meant to curb virus spread became grounds for political battle.
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By bike, boat and horseback: Epic coronavirus journeys home

With flights grounded and borders closed, these travellers took incredible steps to get home.
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TikTok: How app got caught up in the US-China clash

Why is there so much controversy surrounding the popular short-video app?
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Jermaine Dupri: There's a 'big gap' for R&B to return

The hit producer discusses the state of R&B, R Kelly's imprisonment and Usher's Confessions Pt III.
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Coronavirus: The stress of leading a start-up through the pandemic

Finding investors is the key for start-ups and during the pandemic that has become harder than ever.
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Klarna: We tightened our lending in lockdown

The buy now, pay later service says it changed its policies to guard against defaulting customers.
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TikTok 'not under Chinese government's thumb'

A senior company official tells the BBC that it would refuse any request for data from China.
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Coronavirus vaccine: UK government signs deals for 90 million doses

The vaccines are still being researched, but offer hope of getting life back to normal.
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Coronavirus: Protein treatment trial 'a breakthrough'

Synairgen says preliminary results suggest its nebuliser treatment can lower the risk of disease.
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Coronavirus: Data breach, young on benefits and insurance test case

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Monday morning.
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New Zealand: New volcano alert system 'could have warned of White Island eruption'

They say their system could have given 16 hours warning of the deadly White Island eruption of 2019.
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Coronavirus: Wrangling over huge EU recovery plan enters fourth day

EU leaders are still struggling to reach a deal on a recovery fund, with deep differences remaining.
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Coronavirus: China's cinemas start to reopen after shutdowns

The country is the second largest film market in the world after the US, with a box office of $9.2bn in 2019.
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Hong Kong: UK set to suspend extradition treaty with ex-colony

It comes amid rising tensions between London and Beijing over a controversial national security law.
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US election 2020: Kanye West launches unconventional bid for presidency

Fans have questioned whether the rapper's last-minute bid for the presidency is genuine.
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Test case on virus insurance payouts to begin

The case will rule whether many businesses should get payouts for damage caused by the pandemic.
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Coronavirus: 'Thousands came to Bournemouth but the town was dead'

The beach has been packed, but Covid-19 could be the 'nail in the coffin' for some high street shops.
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Coronavirus: Young people on benefits double in lockdown

Experts fear it may take up to four years for youth unemployment to recover from the pandemic.
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Red kite 30-year Chilterns project a 'conservation success'

The "near-extinct" species is thriving 30 years after being reintroduced in England.
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Coronavirus: Student health workers on the Covid front line

How four healthcare students joined 40,000 others in volunteering to join the NHS's fight against the pandemic.
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Coronavirus: Social distancing for the visually impaired in Italy

A photo series highlights the challenges faced by those with visual impairment in Italy.
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Coronavirus: Lessons from 2008 for the class of 2020

Advice for people leaving education on how to handle employment prospects in the wake of coronavirus.
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Gaza's disturbing rise in suicides

The sudden death of a 25-year-old activist has brought suicide into the spotlight.
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The Mongolian Rooney, the thief, and the fightback

A fake agent stole $6,000 from a teenager with ambitions to become a footballer - then he fought back.
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Don Black: Why he has you singing with the stars

The lyricist on writing the words to many of the big hits in the worlds of music, theatre and film.
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'I was standing at the wrong end of a machine gun'

Sir Jack Petchey built a huge property empire and his own charity, but it was not all plain sailing.
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Danish murder on Bornholm island raises tension in race debate

Police and prosecutors rule out racism, but activists ask if hate crimes are being properly investigated.
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Coronavirus in South Asia: Is a lack of testing hiding scale of the outbreak?

India has emerged as a hotspot, but new cases in neighbouring countries appear to be on the decline.
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Brighton Royal Sussex hospital staff member injured in stabbing

A man is arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after the attack in a hospital in Brighton.
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Coronavirus: Daily update as Boris Johnson rejects second national lockdown

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak today.
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Coronavirus: EU leaders start third day of recovery talks

As global cases rise by record numbers, EU leaders struggle to reach a deal on a recovery package.
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Portland protests: Oregon state files lawsuit against federal US government

The state attorney general accuses the federal government of violating citizens' rights in protests.
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Coronavirus: Northumberland holiday home for sick children remains closed

A holiday home for families with ill children remains closed until next year due to coronavirus.
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Coronavirus: Boris Johnson 'does not want second national lockdown'

Having the option of a nationwide shutdown is like a "nuclear deterrent", the prime minister says.
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Live gigs are back - but social distancing poses problems

An Elton John tribute is one of the first acts to perform in front of an audience since lockdown.
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Coronavirus: WHO reports record single-day global increase in cases

The number of new cases has surpassed 250,000 in a day, the World Health Organization says.
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Changing Places toilets for disabled people to be compulsory

Campaigners say rules for Changing Places toilets in new buildings are "nothing short of life changing".
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Suffolk Punch horse born using sex-sorted sperm technology

The filly is the first in the UK to be born using sex-sorted sperm to determine its gender.
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Coronavirus: Are mutations making it more infectious?

While there have been thousands of changes to the virus only one is seen as possibly altering its behaviour.
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Mark Drakeford 'will not serve whole Senedd term'

The first minister says it will "be time for somebody else to have a chance to do this job".
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The woman forced to flee her country for rapping.

Iranian rapper Justina tells her story from exile after facing jail in her country, where women are banned from singing solo.
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Coronavirus: 'When coffins lined the streets of my hometown'

Ecuadorean journalist Blanca Moncada was on the front line of the Covid-19 crisis in her town of Guayaquil.
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Samaritans: What it's like volunteering during lockdown

Volunteer Laura Bealin-Kelly says working at the charity is "the highlight of my week".
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Coronavirus: Women turn street food carts into disinfection units

Dozens of women in Afghanistan who were operating solar-powered food carts have had the vehicles converted into mobile disinfection units to help tackle coronavirus.
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Coronavirus: The slow death of the American all-you-can-eat buffet

Buffets, beloved by many Americans, are rapidly changing their business model to adapt to the virus.
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Coronavirus doctor's diary: So, did the Bradford choir have Covid-19 in January?

A Bradford choir that coughed in January gets the gold standard T-cell test - and is surprised by the result.
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'My Nigerian great-grandfather sold slaves'

Colonial slave-traders are seeing their legacies reassessed, but what about the Africans who profited?
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Coronavirus face masks: Why men are less likely to wear masks

Covid-19 kills more men than women, so why are they shunning protective masks the most?
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'Weddings every day of the week' in 2021

The 2021 wedding season is likely to see a huge rise in midweek weddings as couples consider their options.
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Spain's monarchy shaken by Juan Carlos's hidden Swiss fortune

King Juan Carlos abdicated in 2014 but is once again in the spotlight over his financial dealings.
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Coronavirus: My 86 days in hospital fighting Covid-19

Babak Khosrowshahi spent more than 12 weeks in hospital - he was determined to walk out a survivor.
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Jofra Archer: England bowler fined and given written warning by ECB

England pace bowler Jofra Archer is fined and warned by the England and Wales Cricket Board for returning home between Tests.
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Sturgeon urges pub-goers not to 'drop their guard'

The warning from Nicola Sturgeon as Scotland heads into the first weekend of pubs being open indoors.
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England v West Indies: Rain delays start of day three in second Test

Rain delays the start of day three in the second Test at Emirates Old Trafford, with West Indies 32-1 in reply to England's 469.
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Nantes: Fire breaks out at Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul cathedral

More than 60 firefighters are attending the scene after flames were seen billowing from the building.
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Twitter hackers manipulated staff to access internal systems

The firm says it is "embarrassed and sorry" for the hack that saw celebrities tweet a Bitcoin scam.
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Is it safe to sing yet?

Scientists are studying whether singers and musicians playing wind instruments can perform in public.
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Coronavirus: Daily update as English councils get new shutdown powers

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak today.
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Email charges: 'They've got you over a barrel'

Ofcom say it is concerned some people are "not being treated fairly" in email address charges.
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Civil rights icon and congressman John Lewis dies aged 80

Lewis, who was the last of the Big Six civil rights leaders, was diagnosed with cancer in December.
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Obituary: Representative John Lewis

John Lewis forged his legacy as a champion for civil rights and racial equality in the 1960s.
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Coronavirus: Councils in England get new powers for local shutdowns

They can now target coronavirus outbreaks at local level, cancelling events and shutting premises.
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Federal agents 'abuse power' in Portland protester arrests

Men wearing camouflage and driving unmarked cars grabbed demonstrators without explanation.
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Why I fell in love with Irish dancing

Morgan Bullock was accused of "cultural appropriation" after a video of her Irish dancing went viral.
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Netflix Cursed: Could the cast survive medieval times?

As new medieval fantasy Cursed launches, we ask the cast how they'd have coped living in the past.
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My Money: 'My house looks happy'

Anna Josse Eklund from Sweden takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Coronavirus: Donald Trump vows not to order Americans to wear masks

His remarks come as infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci urged people to wear face coverings.
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Coronavirus: US v other countries... did it mess up its reopening?

By the time most Americans emerged from lockdown restrictions, a second surge was already under way.
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Amazon soya and beef exports 'linked to deforestation'

UK consumers may unwittingly be buying meat linked to the destruction of the Amazon, experts say.
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Fahim Saleh: Pathao and Gokada CEO's assistant charged with his murder

The body of Fahim Saleh was found decapitated and dismembered in his Manhattan apartment on Tuesday.
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Week in pictures: 11-17 July 2020

A selection of powerful news photographs taken around the world this week.
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Social media influencers warned against promoting fake brands

Trading standards and police are warning social media influencers against promoting fake brands.
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Coronavirus tests: Swabs don't damage the brain and other claims fact-checked

False rumours that coronavirus tests can be harmful have circulated in several different languages.
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Rockfield Studios: Where Ozzy, Oasis, Queen and Coldplay took off

The studio on the Welsh-English border which has been the hangout for rock royalty for 60 years.
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Cadbury accused of 'shrinkflation' as packs get smaller

Owner Mondelez says the move will fight obesity, but the firm faces accusations of "shrinkflation".
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Coronavirus: NHS to get extra £3bn and BA's 747s reach end of runway

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Friday morning.
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Coronavirus: Sheep wool 'barely worth selling any more'

Coronavirus has meant a "terrible year" for British wool farmers, with fleeces now almost worthless.
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Blackpool's Central Pier: Fire crews tackle blaze

Fire crews called to the scene found a workshop and ride well alight at about 03:00 BST.
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British Airways retires entire 747 fleet after travel downturn

British Airways is permanently grounding its jumbo jets which it nicknamed "the queen of the skies".
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New South Wales erosion: Huge swells leave homes at risk of collapse

Huge waves have lashed the New South Wales coastline this week, causing erosion beneath homes.
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Hospital wedding for terminally ill patient

When Tash Young was given weeks to live, she was determined to marry her boyfriend before she died.
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In pictures: How coronavirus swept through Brazil

As the country passes 2m cases, we tell the story of how the outbreak spread in pictures.
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Coronavirus: UN makes record $10.3bn appeal for pandemic fight

The UN says up to 265 million people could face starvation because of the impact of Covid-19.
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Netflix warns of slowdown after subscriber surge

The company has already added nearly as many subscribers as it did in all of 2019.
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Dambusters dog: Headstone replaced to remove racist name

A headstone honouring 617 Squadron's mascot - a black labrador - is replaced at RAF Scampton.
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EU leaders meet in push for Covid recovery deal

Hopes of reaching an agreement are not high, but some countries say they need urgent funding.
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Cédric Chouviat: French police charged over death of delivery driver

Cédric Chouviat, 42, shouted "I'm suffocating" seven times as officers put him in a chokehold.
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The bilbies ‘thriving’ after a 100-year absence in New South Wales

The marsupial has bred in the wild in New South Wales for the first time in a century.
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Quiz of the week: Which Chicken Run star was 'plucked and stuffed'?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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Coronavirus: 'Dear customers, I face ruin, please come back'

Rumit Shah, who runs a chain of greeting cards shops, explains why empty city streets are ruining his business.
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The Simpsons: The black actor hoping his impressions get him a job

Jayden Libran has had loads of support on Simpsons fan sites - but is it enough to get him a job?
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Doctor Room: The counsellor helping digital sex crime victims

"I felt that taking a break is a sin," she says. "If I sleep it means more videos get out there."
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Alan Rusbridger: Facebook oversight board must avoid 'half-baked judgements'

Alan Rusbridger, a member of the oversight board, acknowledged a desire to launch ahead of US vote.
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Ellie Goulding: 'I'd just become a robot'

The star explains why she almost quit music, and how she found her way back after five years off.
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What sort of future does the conference industry have?

Running conferences was a giant business before Covid-19, now the industry is looking for a new direction.
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Coronavirus: Spain orders culling of almost 100,000 mink

A minister says the cull in Aragon province was ordered "to avoid the risk of human transmission".
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Poorest 'will pay price' of aid department merger - MPs

The Department for International Development is due to be combined with the Foreign Office.
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Coronavirus: UK payrolls shrink by 649,000 jobs in lockdown

Official figures reveal a drop in the number of people in employment compared to March.
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Jofra Archer excluded from second England-West Indies Test

England fast bowler Jofra Archer is excluded from the second Test against West Indies after breaching the bio-secure protocols.
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Coronavirus: Pandemic hits employment and thousands 'fight for holiday refunds'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Thursday morning.
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Jen Reid: Bristol Black Lives Matter statue being removed

Workers start taking down the statue of Jen Reid from the plinth where Edward Colston's once stood.
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Brad Parscale replaced as Trump's campaign manager

Brad Parscale was reportedly blamed by Mr Trump's inner circle for a botched rally in Oklahoma.
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Huge rise in reports of online child abuse images

New figures show reports of child abuse images online increased by 50% during lockdown.
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PM suggests York as Parliament's temporary home

MPs and peers may need to move while the Palace of Westminster undergoes restoration works.
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Coronavirus: Call to infect volunteers in Covid-19 vaccine hunt

Prominent scientists call for so-called "challenge trials" to accelerate vaccine development.
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Jobless figures 'not showing full extent of crisis'

Unemployment increased by 34,000 in April to reach 1.3 million, according to official data.
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Banks propose 'student loans style' scheme to avert job losses

UK banks fear 800,000 firms could go bust if they are unable to defer payments on coronavirus loans.
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Iran judiciary halts protesters' executions after social media storm

The hashtag #do_not_execute trended after a court had upheld the death sentences of three protesters.
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Coronavirus: 'My once-in-lifetime holiday hasn't been refunded'

A couple tell of their holiday refund "panic" as consumer group Which? calls for action from regulators.
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Coronavirus: Big choices for EU leaders on recovery billions

After months of video meetings, EU leaders will meet in person to decide how to fund Covid-19 recovery.
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UK electrical waste mountain growing

Households and businesses in the UK are producing 1.45 million tonnes of electrical waste a year.
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IOPC to probe Suffolk Police after black couple quizzed

Ingrid Antoine-Onikoyi was accused of "jumping on the bandwagon" when she complained to officers.
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Say Her Name: 'Black women are killed by police too'

The campaign group Say Her Name believes deaths of black women at the hands of police are overlooked.
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Adoptee Kara Bos's search for her roots in South Korea

Kara Bos was adopted as a baby from South Korea by a US couple. But her birth father is standing in the way of her discovering her roots.
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Coronavirus holiday quiz: Do you know the rules about travelling abroad?

Take this quiz to test your knowledge of the government's advice on foreign holidays this summer.
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Coronavirus: Seven tips for job hunters

As coronavirus puts huge strain on the jobs market, four experts offer advice for finding work.
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Coronavirus: 'How we’re surviving a second virus lockdown'

From star-gazing to Nintendo workouts - people facing lockdown again share what's keeping them sane.
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Fertility rate: Shrinking population in six easy lessons

Research suggests most countries' populations will have shrunk by the end of the century.
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My Money: 'I'm a sucker for a promo sticker'

Charmel Flemming from South Africa takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Coronavirus: How Covid-19 hit the comedy industry

With many sectors of the leisure economy hit by coronavirus, what has been the effect on comedy?
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Clothing and games push up UK shop prices

Consumer price inflation rises slightly to 0.6% in June, although food prices fell.
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Trump says he has ended preferential treatment for Hong Kong

The president says he has also signed a bill to impose sanctions on Chinese officials over Hong Kong.
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UK's Huawei 5G network ban 'disappointing and wrong'

China's ambassador to the UK hits out at the move to exclude Huawei from Britain's 5G networks.
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Firms start price cuts as £4bn VAT boost begins

Starbucks and McDonald's are the latest firms to cut some prices, but not all businesses can afford to do so.
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Coronavirus: Smokers quit in highest numbers in a decade

Action on Smoking and Health estimates one million people have stopped smoking in the UK since April.
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Fertility rate: 'Jaw-dropping' global crash in children being born

Nearly every country will see their populations fall as the world has fewer babies.
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Fewer heart attacks seen by NHS amid coronavirus

Hospital admissions in England dropped by a third, suggesting thousands did not receive expert care.
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Naya Rivera: Glee star died of accidental drowning, California officials say

Her body was found several days after she went missing last week during a boating trip with her son.
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Pubs and hairdressers reopen in Scotland

The most significant easing so far of Scotland's lockdown begins, but it comes with a warning.
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Coronavirus: ‘Lego helped me get out of bed’

Charlotte Tyrer, 25, makes portraits of celebrities to keep herself busy during lockdown.
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David LaChapelle's London shopfront exhibition opens

The photographer's work returns to London on a massive scale.
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'Men didn't understand my medicated tampon business'

Valentina Milanova launched a tampon with built-in pain relief to take on the multinationals.
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Coronavirus: which way to wear a face mask?

Across the world, people are being asked to wear face coverings to help stop coronavirus from spreading.
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Coronavirus: A user's guide to wearing a face mask to the shops

From stopping your glasses fogging up to washing techniques, here's what you need to know.
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OnlyFans: 'I started selling sexy photos online after losing my job'

The number of people signing up to sell adult content online has spiked during coronavirus.
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Coronavirus: The last-round fight for NYC's bastions of boxing?

With no clear path to reopening, New York's boxing gyms fear they may never return after the pandemic.
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How updating Dolly Parton's Jolene helped Raye find her voice

"I feel I've stumbled on a sound," says Raye, whose new single is a modern retelling of Jolene.
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US election: Do postal ballots lead to voting fraud?

President Trump says postal ballots lead to widespread fraud - but what evidence is there?
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'Thermographic scans gave my son false hope'

The family of a young musician who relied on the scans says they didn't warn that his cancer had spread.
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Egypt desperate to revive coronavirus-hit tourism industry

The pandemic brought Egypt's tourism industry to a virtual halt, affecting millions of livelihoods.
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Coronavirus chaos: Inside South Africa's 'hospitals of horrors'

A BBC investigation exposes chronic failures in the health system in one of the poorest areas.
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Could US or UK ban TikTok?

With the short-video app already banned in India, Sophia Smith Galer looks at whether the UK or the US could be next.
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: US Supreme Court oldest justice treated for possible infection

The 87-year-old undergoes a procedure to clean out a bile duct stent in Baltimore's hospital.
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The woman leading the first Arab interplanetary mission

The UAE's Hope probe will study the planet's weather and climate, in order to learn about its past.
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Tea, drugs and war: Hong Kong's British history explained

How the British obsession with tea in the 1800s started the unique story of Hong Kong.
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Coronavirus: How to talk about conspiracy theories

Conspiracy theories have thrived during the pandemic - what's the right way to talk to someone who believes them?
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South Asian anti-black racism: 'We don't marry black people'

Amit's relationship with Michelle was a secret for years because he feared his family's reaction.
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Coronavirus: How did Florida get so badly hit by Covid-19?

Florida is becoming the new US epicentre - but what's behind the rising case counts?
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Coronavirus: Why attitudes to masks have changed around the world

Boris Johnson and Donald Trump both publicly wore face masks for the first time. Why now?
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The perfume makers that can't smell a thing

Perfumers are using AI to create millions of scents, but will it replace the traditional methods?
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Yemen war: Tortured for supporting the 'wrong' side

Disappearances and brutality have become hallmarks of the fighting in Yemen, documented cases show.
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Coronavirus India: Rush for plasma therapy as Covid-19 cases rise

Several Indian states are offering plasma therapy to Covid-19 patients, but does it work?
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Coronavirus: Will women have to work harder after the pandemic?

Women often say they have to work harder to prove themselves than men - will Covid-19 turn back the clock for women's careers?
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Brexit: All you need to know about the UK leaving the EU

A simple guide on the UK leaving the European Union.
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Coronavirus: HK Disneyland to close one month after reopening

The Hong Kong theme park will shut its gates after a recent surge in coronavirus cases.
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Natural solutions boosted to help prevent floods

Hollows in the ground to catch and store heavy rain water are among projects that will get cash.
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Winter wave of coronavirus 'could be worse than first'

Modelling suggests there could be a deadly second peak, killing more than 100,000 people in the UK.
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Gough Whitlam: Queen not told in advance of Australia PM's sacking, letters show

Her representative dismissed Gough Whitlam without telling her first, newly released letters show.
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'Hope' and ambition drive UAE's Mars mission

The United Arab Emirates is sending a satellite to the Red Planet to study its weather and climate.
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Coronavirus: California reimposes sweeping restrictions amid virus spike

The governor has rolled back reopening plans across the state as virus cases soar.
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Coronavirus: White House targets US disease chief Dr Anthony Fauci

A memo leaked over the weekend said several officials were "concerned" by Dr Fauci's past comments.
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'No DSS' letting bans 'ruled unlawful' by court

A court rules that refusing to rent to a person because they are on housing benefit is unlawful.
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South China Sea dispute: China's pursuit of resources 'unlawful', says US

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says China is treating the disputed waters as its "maritime empire".
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Twelfth: Bands march in local Twelfth parades across NI

The Orange Order urged people to stay at home, but crowds gathered in some parts of Belfast.
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Cumbrian vet 'first woman' to complete Wainwright challenge

Sabrina Verjee ran across 214 Lake District peaks in six days, 17 hours and 51 minutes.
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The Papers: 'About bleedin' time' welcome for masks in shops

Most of the papers lead on face coverings becoming mandatory in English shops from 25 July.
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'It was as bleak as it could be' - Howe on Bournemouth's remarkable fightback

Eddie Howe says Bournemouth went into half-time of the remarkable 4-1 win with their hopes '"as bleak as they could be".
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From nothing to top four in two years - how Man Utd rebuilt a women's team

Manchester United Women went from nothing to fourth in the Women's Super League in two seasons. How have they done it?
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Coronavirus: Further lockdown easing but more action against local outbreaks

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Monday morning.
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Coronavirus: More than 100 outbreaks tackled a week, says Matt Hancock

"Targeted action" means outbreaks are being swiftly dealt with, the health secretary says.
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Coronavirus: Nail bars and tattoo salons reopen as England lockdown eases

Beauty salons, spas and tattoo parlours are also allowed to reopen in the latest phase of changes.
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Anguish of father whose son's murder remains unsolved

Vishambar Mehrotra says news a paedophile named a report after his son is a "major revelation".
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Tougher sentences for attacks on emergency workers considered

Two years after the maximum sentence was doubled in England and Wales, ministers may do so again.
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Coronavirus: Welsh pubs and cafes reopen - but only outdoors

Only about half of independent pubs expected to reopen Monday, with many chains staying shut.
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Shopping malls reopen as lockdown restrictions are eased

The first minister describes the week ahead as "the most significant easing of lockdown" in Scotland.
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Brexit: Ads highlight changes for UK holidaymakers

Government campaign will also carry advice for UK and EU firms before the transition period ends.
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Priti Patel to set out post-Brexit immigration details

A new system is set to come into force next year, once freedom of movement with the EU has ended.
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Coronavirus: Scottish firm lands £7m Covid-19 test safety deal

The "breakthrough" chemical solution has been created by Bonnybridge-based E&O Laboratories.
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'Lockdown brought out the workaholic in me'

A personal trainer, an advertising agency worker and a musician share their experiences of burnout.
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How video is challenging the traditional CV

Personal videos are increasingly being used in the job application process.
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Three generations on the impact of George Floyd's death

Three generations of one family discuss their experiences of racism and whether things are changing.
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Home-schooling during coronavirus: a child's verdict

What do Britain's children think of home-schooling during the Covid-19 pandemic?
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Dunston Staiths: A symbol of the past fighting for its future

Reputedly Europe's largest timber structure, is there a future for Dunston Staiths?
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India's growing Covid-19 waste challenges workers

Millions are using gloves and masks but safely discarding them is proving to be challenge.
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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Why are people remaining ill for so long?

Dr John Wright on two young patients seen at Bradford Royal Infirmary's Covid-19 "survivors' clinic".
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I May Destroy You: How do you film a sex scene in 2020?

Ita O'Brien worked as intimacy co-ordinator on I May Destroy You, Normal People and Sex Education.
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The woman who wants to make kids better with money

Louise Hill is the founder of GoHenry, which provides prepaid debit cards for children.
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Wounds of Dutch history expose deep racial divide

Faced with protests and attacks on statues, the Dutch are struggling with a legacy of racism.
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Daniel Lewis Lee: First US federal execution to go ahead after 17 years

The execution of convicted murderer Daniel Lewis Lee had been blocked on Friday by a federal judge.
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Coronavirus: Thousands protest in Israel over handling of economy

Thousands have rallied against what they say is hardship caused by the mishandling of the crisis.
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Brexit Party campaign in Wales to scrap Welsh devolution

Mark Reckless, the party's leader in Cardiff Bay, wants to get rid of members of the Senedd.
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Fears WW2 plane in Netherlands lake could be recovered with 'grabber'

The Short Stirling Bomber based at RAF Downham Market was lost returning from a 1943 raid on Germany.
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Coronavirus: Leicester bride-to-be hoping for third time lucky

Her wedding plans are already delayed by the collapse of Thomas Cook and the coronavirus pandemic.
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North Belfast: Petrol bomb attacks on police for second night

Police had earlier warned of "consequences" for those involved in the previous night's violence.
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Jack Charlton 'changed everything in Ireland'

Mick McCarthy believes the passing of former Republic of Ireland manager Jack Charlton "will be felt in Ireland more than anywhere else".
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Leicester lockdown: 'Stop-start routine' affecting children's wellbeing

The effects of an extended lockdown are being keenly felt by Leicester's youngest residents.
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BFI competition winners mini-TV shows broadcast

Winners of a BFI competition will get their submissions broadcast on national television.
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Saving one of the world's rarest antelope

There are fewer than 500 hirola living in the wild, down from thousands just 40 years ago.
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Coronavirus: Your pictures on the theme of 'reflections'

A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "reflections".
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George Floyd: 'If you don't break the chain, then who will?'

Across the US, street artists have been inspired by the death of George Floyd earlier this year.
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Hong Kong security law: Why we are taking our BNOs and leaving

As China enforces new restrictions, some are turning to their British National (Overseas) passport.
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Make cheese or shoes? Five unusual skills learned in lockdown

We know about the lockdown bakers - but who learned the skills to separate themselves from the crowd?
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Chop in Seattle: Why this police-free protest zone ultimately failed

On 8 June protesters set up a police-free protest zone in the city. Less than a month later, it had been dismantled.
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James Bay on the 'fantastic drama' of fame

The star opens up about his 13-year relationship, fickle fans and writing with The Killers.
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Mexico crime: Could this become the bloodiest year on record?

On 7 June, an astonishing 117 murders were recorded, making it the most violent day of the year so far.
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My Money: 'Instead of the holiday buffet, it's egg and toast at home'

Priya Aiyer from Kent takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Coronavirus: Fake cures in Latin America’s deadly outbreak

The desperate search for a cure has led people to 'harmful and ineffective' alternatives online.
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Coronavirus: The chaplains toiling on the frontlines

Spiritual care workers have been thrust onto the frontlines in new ways during this global pandemic.
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Russian journalists in shock as FSB hunts enemy within

Colleagues say Ivan Safronov's arrest for spying is absurd and it has prompted talk of "spy mania".
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The letters of love sneaked out from Auschwitz-bound dad

Daniele Israel's daily letters to his family from jail in Trieste paint a moving portrait of a family shattered by the Holocaust.
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Coronavirus: Donald Trump finally wears mask in public

The US president previously said he could not see himself wearing a mask in public.
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Brexit border infrastructure gets £705m boost

It follows reported concerns from the international trade secretary over the readiness of Britain's ports.
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Coronavirus: Risk of wrong grades and Labour wants clarity over face coverings

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Saturday morning.
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'Our Irish island is the last stop before America'

A couple from Dublin has set up home on Great Blasket Island off the cost of County Kerry.
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GCSE and A-level results 'could be affected by bias'

GCSE and A-level students in England could get poor grades due to bias from teachers, say MPs
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Coronavirus: Labour calls for clarity over face coverings in England

The government is considering making face coverings mandatory in shops in England, sources say.
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Nóra Quoirin death: Malaysian authorities to begin inquest in August

The family of the teenager who died in Malaysia in August last year have campaigned for an inquest.
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Nigeria: 11-year old dancer challenges ballet stereotypes

11-year-old Anthony Mmesoma Madu is challenging ballet stereotypes.
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MoD announces measures to tackle 'unacceptable' discrimination

A 24-hour helpline and training on how to call out inappropriate behaviour are part of the plans.
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Duda vs Trzaskowski: The fight for Poland's future

One is a Catholic social conservative, the other a pro-LGBT mayor. Who will win on Sunday?
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Iron Age 'mystery' murder victim found in Wendover HS2 dig

A Stonehenge-style wooden formation and a lead-lined Roman burial are also among the finds.
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Coronavirus: Downturn must not increase north-south divide, Labour warns

Labour urges the government not to leave regions behind after the PM promised to "level up" the country.
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Coronavirus: Holiday homes in Wales reopen after lockdown

Holidaymakers are due to arrive at cottages and caravans in Wales for the first time since March.
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Love and guilt in lockdown: Your stories of getting in touch with an ex

Readers' stories about reflecting on old romances in lockdown - and either apologising or rekindling them.
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Bosnia's Srebrenica massacre 25 years on - in pictures

Bosnian Serb and Serbian units systematically murdered 8,000 Muslims at Srebrenica in July 1995.
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Coronavirus: 'Being in the bath just isn't the same as the pool'

Swimmers get ready to go back to the pool but the rules will be very different to before.
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Rishi Sunak's 'Kickstart' jobs scheme: Back to the future?

What do those who were on Labour's 2009 Future Jobs Fund say about Rish Sunak's "Kickstart" programme?
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Trump and Supreme Court: How has it changed America?

This court has been billed the most conservative in modern history. But does it vote that way?
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Huawei: Why the UK might hang up on 5G and broadband kit supplier

The Chinese telecoms equipment provider's fate in the UK is set to be revealed on Tuesday.
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Coronavirus: Why aren't more politicians wearing face masks?

They are advised in enclosed public spaces in England, so what's with the mask-free photo ops?
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Coronavirus: Lockdown song written by Cardiff children

Schoolchildren sing about their worries for relatives and wanting to see friends again.
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The loneliness of living in the lockdown city

As the lockdown is extended in the city, how is it affecting the most isolated residents?
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Roger Stone: Trump commutes ex-adviser's sentence

The president has said all along the self-proclaimed political dirty trickster was treated unfairly.
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Jada Pinkett Smith tells Will Smith of her 'relationship'

Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith were talking on her Facebook chat show Red Table Talk.
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