Covid-19: Funding crisis threatens zoos' vital conservation work

The body that represents British zoos says they are facing the biggest cash crisis in their history.
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NBA Finals: Los Angeles Lakers beat Miami Heat 116-98 in game one

LeBron James says the Los Angeles Lakers still have "a lot more work to do" despite a 116-98 win over the Miami Heat in game one of the NBA finals.
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US election: Rules on debates to change after Trump-Biden spat

Tuesday's ugly and ill-tempered first US presidential debate has been widely condemned.
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Covid: Woman 'heartbroken' after terminating baby alone

Partners are still not able to attend terminations at most hospitals amid coronavirus restrictions.
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Covid-19: Growth in cases may be slowing in England

The R number in England appears to have fallen, a study suggests, although case numbers remain high.
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Asylum seekers could be processed on old ferries

Labour describes proposals being considered by the government as "unconscionable".
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Technical glitch halts trading on Japan's exchanges

Stock markets in Tokyo and other cities suffered a day-long suspended trading session on Thursday.
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Bank warned ministers Covid loans were fraud risk

The government was told in May its bounce back loans were at "very high risk of fraud" from organised crime.
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Smart plugs sold on Amazon a 'fire risk', Which? warns

People should immediately stop using the Hictkon smart plug with dual USB ports, the watchdog warns.
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Boats to herd whales from Gare Loch ahead of military exercise

Experts want to move the northern bottlenose whales from Gare Loch before a huge military exercise begins.
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Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict: Russia offers to host Nagorno-Karabakh peace talks

The offer comes as Azerbaijan vows to fight for full control of the disputed Armenian-majority area.
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Families of 12 Hong Kong activists captured at sea by China look for answers

The families of 12 activists captured by China in August demand their swift return.
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Onions, ironing and 'sex appeal': Who is Tony Abbott?

The gaffe-prone former prime minister is a polarising figure in Australia.
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US Election: Whoever becomes the next president, social media is changing

Both Trump and Biden want to take away the US law that protects platforms from being liable for what their users post.
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Coronavirus: Dorset festival artwork tribute to victims

In Memoriam has been created out of bed sheets and was installed on the beach at Sandbanks.
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The fight for women's prayer rights in Israel

How a group of Jewish feminists demanded the same prayer rights as Jewish men.
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'It's all on me': The struggle of being a mother during the pandemic

Three mothers talk about life in a pandemic, and the 'total chaos' of working from home with kids.
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Coronavirus: How Italy has fought back from virus disaster

Italy was the first country in Europe to be overwhelmed by the virus but is so far keeping it in check.
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Coronavirus: How to survive a pandemic as a young entrepreneur

'We've learnt to be agile': Emily, Keaton and Zoe share their tips
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Denise Johnson: Posthumous solo album finally puts singer centre stage

Denise Johnson was almost ready to release her debut when she died unexpectedly in July.
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Job loss fears as furlough lifeline starts to wind down

Firms face higher furlough costs from Thursday, as Labour warns millions of jobs hang in the balance.
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Newspaper headlines: PM warns rule breakers as dad shops without mask

Boris Johnson's statement about a "critical moment" in the pandemic dominates most front pages.
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'I worked a five hour shift and got paid nothing'

A 19-year-old woman begins a campaign to ban unpaid work trials after working a shift for no pay.
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UK beef exports to US resume after more than 20 years

The US banned British beef exports in the wake of the Mad Cow Disease scandal in the 1990s.
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Coronavirus: Restrictions latest, breast screening and quarantine breakers

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Wednesday morning.
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Covid: MPs to vote on renewing emergency powers

Conservative MPs are continuing to press ministers for more say over future restrictions.
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Shell to cut up to 9,000 jobs as oil demand slumps

The move comes five months after it cut its dividend for the first time since World War Two.
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Breast screening: One million women in UK may have missed scans

Some 8,600 women not offered appointments may have undetected breast cancer, a charity estimates.
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Helen Reddy: Australian singer of feminist anthem I Am Woman dies

The Australian singer had a string of hits in the 1970s, but is best known for her feminist pop anthem.
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Brexit: Blow to UK car industry in search for EU deal

Documents seen by the BBC suggest key priorities for the car sector have been rebuffed by Brussels.
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Disney lays off 28,000 at US theme parks

Prolonged closures and limited capacity at the parks has forced the company to cut its workforce.
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US election 2020: Trump and Biden clash in primetime debate

Mr Trump accuses his rival of being beholden to socialists. Mr Biden retorts: "I'm the Democratic party now."
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Covid; Further curbs 'unacceptable' without Parliamentary backing say MPs

The warning comes as Tory backbenchers hold talks with ministers over greater Parliamentary scrutiny.
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Covid student chaos: Paying £30k a year and begging security for food

One US student in self-isolation at an Edinburgh halls of residence says he is getting little help from the university.
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Ascension Island considered as location for asylum centre

The British territory in the southern Atlantic Ocean was suggested as an outpost for processing asylum claims.
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Victorian Society risk list: Auf Wiedersehen, Pet pub added

The Victorian Society releases its annual list of 10 important buildings most at risk of being lost.
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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Trying out tech that may help make worship Covid-secure

Dr John Wright looks at the kit installed in a Bradford mosque in the hope of limiting the spread of Covid-19.
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Universal Credit: Plea not to axe £20 a week ‘lifeline’

The Joseph Rowntree Foundation calls on the chancellor to extend an increase to Universal Credit.
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Egg freezing 10-year limit should be scrapped, says ethics body

UK ethics body says it would give women worried about declining fertility more time and options.
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Black History Month: Postboxes painted to honour black Britons

Sir Lenny Henry is among a variety of figures to feature on the postboxes in Black History Month.
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Great Barrier Reef: Uncovering the secrets of Australia's deep waters

Scientists explain how the biggest deep-sea study of two marine parks led to exciting discoveries.
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Female Koran reciters 'part of Islamic legacy'

How female Muslim Koran reciters are making their voices heard.
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Hydrogen-powered train makes UK maiden journey

The Hydroflex made a 25-mile round-trip in Warwickshire, reaching speeds of up to 50 mph.
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Coronavirus: What is the R number and why does it matter?

Experts keep discussing the value of R, but what is it and why does it matter?
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'The new Covid support for business is nuts'

Dejection over latest government help for business has left many small firms fearing for their futures.
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Russian cleaner sweeps to power in surprise village vote

'Flabbergasted' Marina Udgodskaya only entered the race as her boss needed someone else to stand.
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Bloody Sunday: Public Prosecution Service to reveal outcome of reviews

The Public Prosecution Service is set to announce if more soldiers will face charges.
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Coronavirus: Global toll, North East lockdown and NHS 'triple whammy'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning.
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Amnesty International to halt India operations

The human rights watchdog tells the BBC that the move comes due to reprisal from the government.
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As death toll passes 1m, your tributes to those who died

A collection of your tributes to some of the thousands of people in the UK who have died with coronavirus.
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Covid ICU survivor: 'I have come out the other end'

Tam McCue, 64, spent nearly two weeks on a ventilator after he was diagnosed with coronavirus in April.
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BTS to become multi-millionaires after label goes public

The South Korean K-pop group will become multi-millionaires after their label Big Hit goes public.
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Coronavirus: Global Covid-19 death toll passes one million

The number of infections continues to rise around the world as the hunt for a vaccine continues.
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Young people ‘give up dream job hope’ in pandemic

The coronavirus crisis has eroded young people's confidence in the future, says the Prince's Trust.
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Covid: Public spending rise could last longer

The government must choose between more austerity and permanently higher spending, a think tank warns.
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'I monitor my staff with software that takes screenshots'

Many have struggled to get to grips with working from home, but would surveillance technology help?
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Sir David Attenborough gets quizzed by kids after plea to world leaders to save nature

His hope for the future of the planet lies in the hands of children, so what do they want to ask him?
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Coronavirus: NHS faces pandemic 'triple whammy' this winter

Health bosses warn about rising Covid-19 cases, a major backlog in treatment and reduced capacity.
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Coronavirus: Early pub closing 'putting shop workers at risk'

Staff in stores selling alcohol after 10pm may be exposed to violence and infection, a union warns.
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The water-saving device wasting billions of litres every week

Low flush toilets often waste more water than they save due to poor engineering and confusing buttons.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Tory rebels' virus revolt' amid 'deadly chaos'

Many of Tuesday's papers lead on pressure on ministers to give MPs a say over Covid-19 restrictions.
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TikTok ban: How did TikTok stay online in the US?

Sophia Smith-Galer explains why President Trump shifted his position on banning new downloads of the app
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Dublin Lord Mayor: Hazel Chu and her Chinese heritage

The city's first Lord Mayor of Chinese heritage reveals the racism she and her family have faced.
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From tea fields to university in Sri Lanka

Theresa is one of the first women from her community of tea pickers in Sri Lanka to go to university.
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Scientists create a microscopic robot that ‘walks’

The scientists behind a microscopic "walking" robot hope their tech could one day be used against cancer.
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The cat who hitched a lift on a worldwide tour

Former Scottish rugby player Dean Nicholson met a lifelong friend as he cycled around the world.
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Ai Weiwei: 'Too late' to curb China's global influence

The Chinese artist and dissident says the West should have worried about China decades ago.
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Life: Doctor Foster spin-off explores 'loneliness in big cities'

BBC One drama Life follows residents of Manchester whose lives intertwine unexpectedly.
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'If you steal music, you aren't a real music fan'

The music industry is trying to clampdown on the latest form of music piracy known as stream-ripping.
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Sir David Attenborough spent lockdown 'listening to birds'

The legendary naturalist says restrictions offered a rare chance to witness the natural world.
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Poland LGBT: Diplomats from 50 countries call for end to discrimination

An open letter calls for an end to discrimination in Poland, where LGBT people have faced hostility.
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Oliver Campbell case: New appeal over 1990 murder conviction

Oliver Campbell, who suffered a brain injury when a baby, has always protested his innocence.
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Brexit: Gove heads to Brussels as EU trade talks resume

Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove will meet EU representatives at the start of a week of negotiations.
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'You're an opera singer? But you're not white...'

The story of Emmanuel "Onry" Henreid and the unexpected duet that went viral.
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TikTok: US judge halts app store ban

District Judge Carl Nichols has issued a temporary injunction preventing a ban on TikTok downloads.
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Lib Dems: Ed Davey promises 'to be the voice of carers'

Ed Davey will draw on his experience as a carer in his first leader's speech at party conference.
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Coronavirus: Up to £10,000 fine for failure to self-isolate in England

New rules mean anyone in England who tests positive for coronavirus has a legal duty to self isolate.
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Covid lockdown: Two-thirds of Wales' population affected

Three more counties have rules imposed, with nearly two million people now affected.
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Coronavirus: 'Forced to work' as medics fighting Covid

Almost 200 health workers have died of Covid-19 in Venezuela since the pandemic began in March.
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Movers 'more likely to buy than first-time buyers'

The coronavirus crisis is changing the dynamic in the UK housing market, researchers suggest.
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Local food heroes: Tesco teams up with Olio

Supermarket chain Tesco has teamed up with the food-sharing app Olio in a bid to reduce food waste.
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Coronavirus tales from Tom's Bench on Clapham Common

Jim Grover's pictures of people he met on Clapham Common who talked about their altered lives.
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Covid: Dementia patient's wife describes 'torture' of lack of visits

A woman describes her pain at not being able to see her husband regularly at his care home.
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Orkney island of Westray claims to have UK's longest golf hole

The monster 738-yard hole on the Orkney island of Westray is one of the longest in the world.
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Voicemail from prison: How a mum and daughter rebuilt their relationship

A voicemail app makes it easier to speak to family members in prison, as one young woman found when her mum was jailed.
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The woman who quit smoking and built a hypnotherapy firm

Grace Smith used hypnosis to give up smoking, and it inspired her to take up the profession.
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Test and Trace: 'I spoke to one person in four months'

People who worked for England's NHS Test and Trace tell of technical problems, confusion and wasted resources.
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High Street hopefuls: The people opening new shops

The entrepreneurs opening High Street businesses during Covid when others have closed or gone digital.
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Meng Wanzhou: The PowerPoint that sparked an international row

The top Huawei executive's closely watched extradition case returns to court on Monday.
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Covid symptoms: What are they and how do I protect myself?

A new cough, fever and change in smell or taste are the key symptoms that mean you may have coronavirus.
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Covid: Seven ways the job market has changed for young people

The coronavirus pandemic has transformed the working lives of the under-25s.
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Strictly Come Dancing: How do you film during a pandemic?

The BBC has revealed how it will protect celebrities, dancers and crew working on the show.
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FIA tightens rules on drivers' post-race clothing

Formula 1 drivers are told they cannot wear clothing bearing any slogans or messages in post-race official duties.
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Covid-19: Plea to let students home for Christmas, and Prince Charles' warning

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.
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Azerbaijan and Armenia clash over disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region

The two sides report fighting over Nagorno-Karabakh and blame each other for starting it.
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Covid-19: Prince Charles highlights coronavirus impact on young people

The coronavirus pandemic means it is a "particularly difficult time to be young", says Prince Charles.
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Manny Pacquiao: Conor McGregor talks have begun, says assistant

Manny Pacquiao's special assistant says that the eight-weight world champion hopes to fight Conor McGregor in 2021.
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Coronavirus lockdown: Students must be allowed home at Christmas - Labour

Labour says students must be able to leave for the holiday as thousands remain in campus lockdowns.
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Brain-eating microbe: US city told not to use water amid contamination concerns

People in Lake Jackson, Texas, are urged not to use tap water because it might be contaminated.
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France racism: Paris to commemorate slave rebellion figure

A statue will honour Solitude, a black woman involved in a 1802 uprising in the French West Indies.
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Coronavirus: Cardiff and Swansea get ready for lockdown

By Sunday evening, 1.5 million people - almost half of Wales' population - will be locked down.
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Brexit trade talks: Deal can and must be made, says CBI boss

The head of the Confederation of British Industry urges a "spirit of compromise" as trade talks resume.
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California wildfires: The inmates training to be firefighters

Brandon Smith is a former inmate firefighter and now helps former prisoners find jobs in the fire service.
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Six the musical: From a bedroom to Broadway (almost)

The musical Six was pulled just hours before its New York debut because of Covid-19.
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Coronavirus: ‘I used to film weddings but now I film funerals’

Ian Wilkinson has filmed more than 100 services since April.
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Female street artists: 'People assume I’m not the artist'

Rosie is passionate about brightening our cities but she says she's faced sexist views on the streets.
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Photography award winners show the fragility and beauty of mangrove forests

The Mangrove Photography Award winners show the beauty and fragility of the unique ecosystems.
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University entrance: The ‘taboo’ about who doesn’t go

How have white working-class boys been so left behind in getting university places?
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Amy Coney Barrett: Who is Trump's Supreme Court pick?

A favourite of social conservatives, Judge Barrett would swing the highest US court further right.
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University students: Tips and tricks to help you cope in a pandemic

From embracing awkward Zoom chats to persevering with annoying flatmates, experts give some advice.
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My Money: 'Hollie thinks she spent less than me'

Jay and Hollie from Liverpool take us through their week's spending.
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Idles: 'We'd love to do a zorb gig'

The Bristol punks talk "mental" live shows, class warfare and "violent-toned" new music.
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What is Donald Trump's Covid record?

The president is under scrutiny for his response to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Italian family fosters Gambian migrant: 'The son we never had'

When Gambian orphan Muhammed Sanneh arrived in Sicily aged 16, his life took an unexpected turn.
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Civil service shake-up: Rewiring the government machine or blowing a fuse?

Can Dominic Cummings succeed in shaking up the way civil servants deliver on the PM's promises?
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NHS Covid-19: App users unable to input negative tests

Users in England and Wales who booked a test outside of the app can only register a positive result.
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Dennis Skinner: Song about ex-MP tops Amazon download charts

A song about the ex-MP has topped the best-seller charts ahead of Kylie Minogue and Bruce Springsteen.
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Covid-19: Quarter of UK under stricter rules, and students stuck in halls

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday morning.
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'Killer whales attacked my yacht for 45 minutes'

A Scottish sailor's boat is badly damaged after being targeted by orcas off the coast of Spain.
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Messi's mood & replacing Suarez - five issues for beleaguered Barca

Lionel Messi's motivation and the exit of Luis Suarez are just some of the major issues Barcelona must address this season.
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'It is worrying' - Connor's concern for global women's game

It is "highly likely" some nations will cut resources for the women's game because of coronavirus, says England director of women's cricket Clare Connor.
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A bold teenage caddie and the first 'tricked up' course - the tales behind Britain's rare Ryder Cup wins

Britain only defeated the US three times in the first 25 Ryder Cups, but behind each victory is a wealth of remarkable stories.
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EasyJet 'hanging by a thread', says union official

The airline disputes the claims made in a leaked recording obtained by the BBC.
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Croydon police shooting: Suspect's background probed over Sgt Matt Ratana death

Tributes have been paid to Sgt Matiu Ratana, 54, who was shot dead in a custody centre in south London.
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Coronavirus: More than a quarter of UK under stricter rules

New local lockdown restrictions come into force in parts of south Wales and northern England this weekend.
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Coronavirus: Shoppers lost £100m in vouchers expiring in lockdown - Which?

A quarter of people had vouchers that expired when shops were shut, a survey by Which? suggests.
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Coronavirus: Children behind rising demand for tests in England

Three times as many children under nine were tested in early September as in the previous two weeks.
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Lockdown learning 'gulf' sparks call to treble pupil premium

Academy leader Steve Chalke says the government must act before poor children suffer "irrevocable damage".
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Coronavirus: Dawn sea swims help with lockdown mental health

More than 100 people are taking part in weekly sea swims at dawn after seeing a social media post.
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Week in pictures: 19 - 25 September 2020

A selection of remarkable images taken around the world this week.
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'Maskne': How to fight face mask breakouts

They're a part of everyday life, so how can you wear a face mask and have clear skin too?
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The fight for women's prayer rights in Israel

How a group of Jewish feminists demanded the same prayer rights as Jewish men.
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Switzerland gets ready to vote on ending free movement with EU

Switzerland isn't in the EU, but it does enjoy access to free trade - on condition of it also having free movement.
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What's in Boris Johnson's climate in tray?

The PM promises he won't be caught "lagging" on green polices.
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Covid-19: What do scientists think of the PM's plan?

The new coronavirus restrictions have been met with mixed reviews.
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Barga: How Italy's most Scottish town coped without its annual 'invasion'

The population of Barga in Tuscany is usually swelled by visits from Scottish Italians every summer.
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Thomas Cook staff: Redundant twice in a year

A year on from the firm’s collapse, many staff are still out of work while others have set up businesses.
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The day Brexit hit boiling point

Former MPs and ministers tell the story of 25 September 2019 - one of Parliament's most dramatic days.
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Archibald: Vincent Namatjira named art prize's first Aboriginal winner

Vincent Namatjira calls his Archibald Prize victory "very important moment in Australian art".
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Covid: Uncertainty as industries miss out on job support

The chancellor's new wage top-up scheme to replace furlough is aimed at protecting "viable" roles.
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Covid: Royal accounts show potential £35m shortfall due to pandemic

The impact of lockdown on visitors to the Queen's official residences contributes to a fall in income.
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Cardinal Becciu: Vatican official resigns unexpectedly

Cardinal Becciu has left his post and given up his rights as cardinal, the Holy See has confirmed.
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Covid: Tory MPs bid to increase scrutiny over coronavirus rules

Backbenchers raise concerns that measures are being brought in without Parliament having a say.
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'Shop early for Christmas or risk losing out'

With three months to go before the big day, online retailers warn shoppers need to buy early this year.
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Government 'got into a tizzy' about civil servants home working

Indecision over civil servants coming into the office has wasted time and goodwill, a union says.
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California wildfire trend 'driven by climate'

Global warming is behind the scale and impact of recent wildfires in the western US, scientists say.
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Shoppers could pay more after no-deal Brexit

Tariffs could add £3bn to the cost of importing food and drink from the EU, a leading retail body warns.
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Little Mix demanded aftercare on their show

The band insisted on supporting contestants after the show, "because we didn't have that" on X Factor.
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Covid-19 restrictions: 'Asian weddings have 400 guests - not 15'

British Asian weddings are traditionally lavish affairs that tend to have hundreds of guests.
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Coronavirus: Are the lockdown restrictions too strict?

Some people, including scientists, believe the hard lockdown measures can be confusing.
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County lines raids: 1,000 arrests and £1.2m drugs seized

Class A drugs, £526,000 in cash and 200 weapons are seized in raids across England and Wales.
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Magawa the mine-detecting rat wins PDSA Gold Medal

Magawa the African giant pouched rat has won a PDSA Gold Medal for his work detecting landmines.
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How worried should we be about deadly cyber-attacks?

Experts have been warning for years that it's not a matter of if, but when, hackers will kill somebody.
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Quiz of the week: Who made history at the 'pand-Emmys'?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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Michael Kiwanuka is the Mercury Prize winner, 2020

Instead of a ballroom full of excitable musicians, the Mercury Prize 2020 was handed out in the socially distanced One Show studio.
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Coronavirus: 'We're Australian but we're trapped in the UK'

Thousands of Australians are stuck in the UK after struggling to return due to strict travel rules.
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Coronavirus infection: Is there a North-South divide in England?

Half of people in northern England are facing additional restrictions - but no-one in the South.
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Britpop: Photographer Kevin Cummins revisits the 90s

The music scene's heady days are chronicled in a new book by former NME photographer Kevin Cummins.
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The German medical students who want to learn about abortion

Lack of training is restricting access to abortion in Germany, but students are trying to change that.
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Breonna Taylor: Why it's hard to charge US police over shootings

There are reasons why it's rare that excessive use of police force leads to a trial. Here they are.
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'One day everyone will use China's digital currency'

China plans a digital version of its currency, which some say could become a big global payment system.
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Pilot whales Tasmania: Rescuing whales in Australia's worst stranding

Nearly 400 whales have died in Australia's worst stranding. Jools Farrell told the BBC how rescuers help those still alive.
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Obituary: Editor famed for campaigns against injustice

A newspaper editor who became famous for his campaigning journalism.
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Sir Harold Evans: Former Sunday Times editor dies aged 92

The British-American journalist, publisher and author was renowned for his campaigns against injustice.
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North Korea 'killed and burned South Korean official'

The man had disappeared from a patrol boat near the border, said the South Korean defence ministry.
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Male domestic abuse victims 'sleeping in cars and tents'

A charity helping male victims of domestic abuse receives 60% more pleas for help than a year ago.
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Breonna Taylor: Two officers shot during Louisville protests

Protesters are on the streets in Louisville, after no officers were charged over Ms Taylor's death.
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Trump on Meghan Markle: 'I'm not a fan of hers'

The US president spoke out after Prince Harry commented alongside his wife on the looming election.
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Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid welcome baby girl

The ex-One Direction singer shares a picture with the couple's "healthy and beautiful" daughter.
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Covid-19: UK volunteers could be given virus to test vaccine

'Human challenge trials' to test the effectiveness of possible Covid vaccines may be held in London.
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US election: Trump won't commit to peaceful transfer of power

The president also predicted the election result will be determined before the Supreme Court.
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Flu jabs limited due to high demand

A leading chain, facing unprecedented demand, suspends its appointment booking system.
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Many firms 'have not considered Brexit effect'

Only half of UK firms that trade internationally have assessed the impact of Brexit, says a business group.
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Coronavirus: UK lacking leadership, says ex-civil service head

Ministers have "over-promised and under-delivered", former civil service head Lord O'Donnell says.
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Mental Health: 'Kindness can help save lives'

Kamilah was in a crisis when she found flowers with a note saying 'this is a gift'.
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'How Ruth Bader Ginsburg personally shaped our lives'

A plaintiff, a student and a politician speak about the late Supreme Court justice's powerful influence.
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The pandemic is fuelling a surfing boom - in Ohio corn country

With beach holidays curtailed, some landlocked Midwesterners tried out the river surfing scene.
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Transracial adoption: 'I've been accused of kidnapping my white child'

How one man went from being a “street kid” in Uganda, to adopting a white child in the US.
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US 2020 election: The economy under Trump in six charts

President Trump claims he has been responsible for the strongest US economy ever. What do the numbers show?
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Alexei Navalny: How his team found Novichok bottle evidence in Tomsk

Russia's top opposition figure has left hospital but it was his colleagues who gathered the evidence.
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How much gold is there left to mine in the world?

Some experts believe we may have hit "peak gold" production in our pursuit of the precious metal.
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Rwandan genocide orphan's 'miracle' WhatsApp reunion

A girl orphaned at two during the 1994 Rwandan genocide finds relatives thanks to social media.
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Covid-19: Sunak set to unveil emergency jobs scheme

The chancellor is expected to announce new measures to replace the furlough scheme which expires next month.
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NHS Covid-19 app: England and Wales get smartphone contact tracing for over-16s

Users are being urged to install the app to protect themselves and others against the resurgent virus.
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Richmond School teacher Dave Clark killed by cows

Dave Clark was an "enormous character" and "the heart and soul" of Richmond School.
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Covid in Scotland: Household visits now banned

Exactly six months since Scotland's first lockdown, tougher restrictions apply to every household in the country.
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Covid in Scotland: Hundreds of Dundee students told to isolate

All 500 residents at Parker House in Dundee have been asked to self-isolate until contact tracing is completed.
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Brexit letter warns of 7,000-truck queues in Kent

Exporters to the EU face two-day delays to trade after transition period ends, a cabinet minister warns.
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Women 'should be protected' by hate crime laws

The Law Commission recommends treating misogyny like other forms of discrimination.
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Musk: Cheaper Tesla ready 'in about three years'

News about cheaper batteries and cars didn't excite investors as $50bn was wiped from its value.
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Australia whale stranding: 470 animals now beached in Tasmania record

Australian rescuers find more beached whales during a large rescue effort, but fear many are dead.
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Nike expects permanent shift to online sales

The sportswear giant has seen digital sales soar and says few customers will revert back to stores.
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Covid: Boris Johnson warns of tougher measures if new rules are flouted

Boris Johnson says "we must reserve the right to go further" with measures if virus cases keep rising.
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Coronavirus: Whitty and Vallance faced 'herd immunity' backlash, emails show

Chris Whitty and Sir Patrick Vallance were alarmed by questions over the controversial concept, emails show.
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UK sends US evidence on Islamic State 'Beatles'

Alexanda Kotey and El Shafee Elsheikh are accused of killing Western hostages in Iraq and Syria.
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Yew Trees hospital: Ten staff suspended at mental health unit

Inspectors say CCTV footage recorded at Yew Trees hospital in Kirby-le-Soken, Essex, shows
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Could churches double up as bank branches in cash-stricken areas?

The idea is one of a number being trialled to help improve access to cash in remote areas.
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Pascale Ferrier: White House ricin package suspect in court

Pascale Ferrier, a Canadian computer programmer, is also accused of mailing poison to Texas authorities.
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Sean Lennon to host anniversary show for his father, John, on his 80th birthday

Sean Ono Lennon will interview Sir Paul McCartney and his half-brother Julian Lennon for Radio 2.
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Rakhmabai Raut: The child bride whose divorce Queen Victoria approved

Rakhmabai Raut won a historic battle to get a divorce. But she was a pioneer in more ways than one.
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Siberia climate change: Behind the scenes reporting from Yakutia

A glimpse behind the scenes of the challenges in reporting from the remote Yakutia region of Siberia.
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Documenting lockdown through drone photography

Chris Gorman captured unique images of empty shopping malls and theme parks.
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Gordi: The pop star doctor who answered the Covid call

Australian singer Gordi is "reaching people" through medical consultations, as well as her music.
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The ‘Trump train’: 'I'm tired of people putting down our president'

Trump supporters in liberal towns organise truck convoys to foster solidarity among conservatives.
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Six African heritage sites under threat from climate change

A recent study warns that without intervention many of the continent's ancient sites could be lost.
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Is the world entering a new Cold War?

The recent US-China tensions were laid bare in speeches by Trump and Xi at the UN in New York.
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Why the case of a maid who battled a millionaire has gripped Singapore

The case described by some as a "David versus Goliath battle" has stirred up debate in Singapore.
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Covid: School bus drivers fearful of coronavirus infection risk

Drivers and unions raise concerns about a lack of social distancing on school services.
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Sturgeon to announce new Scots Covid restrictions

Nicola Sturgeon will address the Scottish parliament after a Cobra meeting with the other UK leaders.
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National Trust details colonialism and slavery links

Some 93 of its properties have such connections, a new report commissioned by the charity shows.
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Australia whales: 90 dead in mass stranding off Tasmania

Rescuers are racing to save the survivors of a group of 270 whales beached off Tasmania's west coast.
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Italy votes to slash size of parliament by a third

More than 67% voted in favour of reducing the number of lawmakers by a third, projections say.
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Flu jab 'more important than ever' this winter

People can catch flu and coronavirus at the same time with serious or deadly consequences, experts warn.
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Countryside improvements fund 'could be raided'

A "green" fund to protect wildlife on England’s farms may be under threat, BBC News has learned.
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Amazon criticised over 'Black Lives Don't Matter' caps

A barrister questions whether the retailer has any checks in place after spotting the racist hats.
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Mozambique: Why did these men shoot a naked woman dead?

The BBC and human rights researchers examined a video of a killing in northern Mozambique.
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Erlestoke Prison 'less safe' following Covid-19 restrictions

An inspection at HMP Erlestoke found cases of violence and self-harm and indiscipline being rewarded.
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Wild maple trees 'in serious need of conservation'

One in five species of maple are threatened in their natural habitats, an extinction study says.
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Broadband: Old TV signal hit village internet speed for 18 months

Connectivity was disrupted each morning, causing issues for households trying to get online.
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Brazil's Amazon: Fireman 'saving what's not burnt'

Carlos Rodrigues is among the firefighters trying to save patches of Brazil's rainforest from burning.
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In pictures: The beauty of the fens

Photographer Paul Hart's pictures capture the Lincolnshire Fens in black and white.
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Helena Bonham Carter and Millie Bobby Brown on Enola Holmes

Stranger Things star plays Sherlock's sister in Enola Holmes alongside Helena Bonham Carter.
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Wigs: A new fashion trend for black men?

A start-up in London called New Fade is on a mission to make wigs cool, with a focus on young, black men.
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Long Covid: 'My fatigue was like nothing I've experienced before'

Thousands of Long Covid patients are waiting for help but the health service is struggling to cope.
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Coronavirus: There's no law to 'harvest' DNA from Covid-19 tests

BBC Reality Check debunks claims about Covid tests, a death in police custody and the pandemic's origins.
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Coronavirus economy: The 'banker ladies' saving friends from debt

Amid a pandemic and economic crisis, minority communities turn to traditional saving methods to help.
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Rathlin Island: The UK island with no coronavirus cases

Only 150 residents, one shop, one pub... and no coronavirus.
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'Lack of investment' behind snarled-up legal system

Court cases face serious delays in the UK and lawyers say more investment in technology would help.
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Bollywood bets on the small screen as Covid shuts cinemas

The pandemic has shaken the film industry, forcing it to think outside of the box office.
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Ava Max: 'I need to make it, no matter what'

The pop star talks about her 14-year quest for fame, and the determination that kept her going.
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Social media 'a blessing and a curse' for Little Mix

The band say the pressures associated with an online presence can be harmful to young people's mental health.
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French MP left red-faced after parked car blocks train

Jean Lassalle apologises after he mistakenly left his car on a level crossing while in a hurry.
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Man City's Gundogan tests positive for coronavirus

Manchester City midfielder Ilkay Gundogan tests positive for coronavirus.
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Coronavirus: Ministers 'ruling by decree' on virus, warns Sir Graham Brady

Sir Graham Brady suggests the public are being "treated like children" and MPs must have more say.
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The Emotions star Pamela Hutchinson, who sang Best Of My Love, dies

The Emotions star had been suffering health problems for several years, her family say.
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Coronavirus: Scientists' warning, impact on schools and rail deal

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Monday morning.
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Emergency measures to help train firms survive extended

New deals will cover the losses of rail companies for another 18 months as passenger numbers stay low.
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Emmy Awards 2020: Seven highlights from the ceremony

Monica, Rachel and Phoebe's reunion just about broke the internet during the virtual Emmys ceremony.
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Succession: What's the big deal about the Emmy-winning drama?

The HBO drama loved by critics won big at the Emmy Awards on Sunday night.
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India Covid-19: Taj Mahal reopens after longest shutdown

The iconic monument was closed in March to halt the spread of coronavirus.
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Solomon Islands: Men working for WW2 bomb clearing agency die in explosion

The men were working to help dispose of the many unexploded World War Two bombs on the islands.
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Humpback whale finds escape from Australian crocodile river

Australian officials had feared the whale could collide with a boat or get stranded near crocodiles.
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Satellite achieves sharp-eyed view of methane

A Canadian company debuts a powerful new capability to monitor the potent greenhouse gas.
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Covid: UK at 'critical point' in pandemic, top scientists to warn

The government's most senior advisers are to hold a televised briefing later, as coronavirus cases surge.
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Jogging when you're black - the calculations you have to make

A law enforcement expert and a black runner analyse a police encounter that went wrong.
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'Mythical' Aston Martin Bulldog supercar being restored

Only one Bulldog was ever built but it was sold by the company 40 years ago to raise cash.
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Moths: Intricacies of UK's under-threat insects

Sarah Gillespie's detailed prints highlight the declining numbers of moths in the UK.
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Lagos Inferno: The blast that destroyed a Nigerian girl's school

An explosion in Lagos, Nigeria killed 23 people and destroyed a girls’ boarding school. But what caused it?
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Music boosts memories for ethnic minority dementia patients

Charities are using tailored music to bring back memories for dementia patients from ethnic minorities.
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Inside Poland’s 'LGBT-free zones'

Dozens of Polish towns have declared themselves free of "LGBT ideology". It means difficult choices for gay people living in them.
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The black-owned coffee firm that became a bestseller

US firm Blk & Bold has seen sales surge this year on the back of the Black Lives Matter movement.
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Emmy Awards 2020: Jimmy Kimmel kicks off virtual ceremony

Nominated actors will have someone waiting outside their home to hand over an award if they win.
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Coronavirus: UK firms voluntarily return £215m in furlough cash

Over 80,000 firms have returned furlough scheme payments they did not need or took in error.
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A bleak start for Man Utd - and tough early questions for Woodward

Manchester United's first game of the season did little to instil confidence that this will be a year of progress, writes Simon Stone.
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US Open: Rory McIlroy features in US Open third round best shots

Watch some of the best shots from day three of the US Open including a lovely chip from Rory McIlroy on the 17th hole at Winged Foot, New York.
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Coronavirus: £10,000 fines for failing to self-isolate and lockdown life in photos

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.
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Butlins: 1,000 jobs at risk when furlough ends

The holiday camp firm expects workers to take paid or unpaid leave once the government scheme ends.
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Where will new signing Jota fit in among Liverpool's attacking superstars?

Where will Diogo Jota fit into a Liverpool side that possesses one of the best attacks in football? BBC Sport takes a look.
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Thailand protests: Activists challenge monarchy by laying 'People's Plaque'

Protesters cement a "People's Plaque" in a park and march in Bangkok calling for political reforms.
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Battle of Britain: Westminster Abbey service to mark 80th anniversary

The event to remember those who died will be "reduced in stature but not in spirit", organisers say.
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Coronavirus: Church bells ring out again after Covid-19

Campanologists have been celebrating the return of church bell ringing.
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The National Trust homes where colonial links are 'umbilical'

Up to a third of the National Trust's 300 UK houses have links to colonialism, a project found.
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Emmy Awards 2020: Stars prepare to dial in for virtual ceremony

Nominated actors will have someone waiting outside their home to hand over an award if they win.
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TikTok: Trump says Oracle deal for video app 'has my blessing'

The president says the bid by Oracle and Walmart would protect the data of TikTok users in the US.
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British Airways accused of snubbing refund request

A passenger is told she had accepted vouchers, although BA's website did not list them as an option.
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Singapore rolls out Covid tracing tokens

Thousands of devices are being distributed to vulnerable groups such as the elderly.
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Labour conference: Don't retreat on pledges, union warns Starmer

The Fire Brigades Union urges Labour leader not to "water down" environment and workers' rights promises.
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Scottish medieval coin 'lost' and found in Norfolk declared treasure

The coin, bearing the head of a Scottish king and turned into jewellery, was found in a field.
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How the oil industry made us doubt climate change

Energy companies stand accused of trying to downplay their contribution to global warming.
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A cold, flu or coronavirus - which one do I have?

A blocked or runny nose, a sore throat and a cough are common, especially in the winter. But how do you know if you have coronavirus?
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Your pictures on the theme of 'night vision'

A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "night vision".
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The film within a film that tries to save lives

I Made This For You is a film about a group of friends trying to stop someone from taking their own life.
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‘Our foster child asked us to adopt him – by drawing himself on to a family photo’

George was neglected by his parents, then an adoption went wrong. There was only one family that he felt loved by.
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The Indian queens who modelled for the world's first vaccine

The mystery surrounding a 19th Century portrait and its role in one of the first immunisation campaigns.
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'I still spend so much time on the kids - that needs to change'

Sarah Dahia from Australia takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Janusz Walus: Why far-right Polish football fans idolise a murderer in South Africa

Janusz Walus killed anti-apartheid leader Chris Hani in 1993, sparking fears of a racial civil war.
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Labour urges pay rises for care workers for 'Covid sacrifices'

Deputy Leader Angela Rayner says thousands of staff deserve a "real living wage" to get by.
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Coronavirus: PM considers new measures and the music venues still opening

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday morning.
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Dominic Raab's bodyguard 'left gun on plane'

The foreign secretary was returning to London when the incident is reported to have happened.
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Syria war: US deploys reinforcements to Syria after Russia clashes

A US official says the move sends a "signal to Russia" to avoid "provocative actions" in Syria.
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Liverpool agree £45m deal for Wolves forward Jota

Liverpool agree to sign Wolves forward Diogo Jota for £41m in a deal which could rise to £45m with add-ons.
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‘Liverpool are getting an absolute superstar’ - what Thiago will add to Klopp's side

What can Liverpool expect from new signing Thiago Alcantara? How does he compare to their other midfielders?
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'Let's use our voices to grow our game' - Isa Guha column

Isa Guha, the former England bowler and now BBC cricket commentator, discusses the growth of the women's game and why the England v West Indies series is so important.
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Covid: PM considering new restrictions amid second coronavirus wave

Options being looked at include a ban on households mixing, and reducing hospitality opening hours.
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Coronavirus: Devolved leaders urge PM to help aerospace sector

First ministers of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland call for a task force to help the industry.
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The racist church bombing that shocked the world

In 1963, four young black girls were killed in a racist bomb attack at a church in Alabama.
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How many people does it take to oust a political leader?

How big does a protest need to be to topple a political leader? One estimate is 3.5% of the country's population.
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: US Supreme Court judge dies of cancer aged 87

The justice, an iconic champion of women's rights, dies after suffering from pancreatic cancer.
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Coronavirus: NHS workers who died in the pandemic

More than 600 health and social care workers have died from the coronavirus pandemic.
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More Afghan interpreters eligible to settle in UK after rule change

A rule change means about 100 more of those who served with British forces will be able to live in the UK.
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Labour Party: Starmer aims to build trust with 'new leadership' slogan

Sir Keir Starmer has a new message - but will it help Labour win back votes where the party needs them?
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Danny Masterson: That ’70s Show star's lawyer denies rape charges in court

The actor's lawyer dismisses the charges as politically motivated at a court hearing in Los Angeles.
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Rock climbing when you're blind

Matthew Shifrin took up the sport almost a year ago - with the help of a friend and a childhood toy.
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ICYMI: A thirsty armadillo and record-breaking free diver

Some of the stories you may have missed this week.
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Week in pictures: 12 - 18 September 2020

A selection of remarkable images taken around the world this week.
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Super Mario at 35: 'The little plumber who defined a genre'

Battling Bowser, protecting Peach, what makes Mario magical as he celebrates 35 years?
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Supreme Court Justice dies

The US Supreme Court justice was a feminist heroine, cultural icon and national treasure.
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Covid: How should I talk to neighbours who break the rules?

With new restrictions on social gatherings how can you raise concerns without causing arguments?
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'We had to find a way of getting open' - launching a music venue in a pandemic

"This is a moment when we're needed more than ever, so we just had to find a way of getting open."
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Puppy prices soar during coronavirus lockdown

The cost of a puppy has more than doubled, with dogs typically selling for nearly £1,900.
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Home Office immigration unit has 'no idea' - MPs

The department does not know what its £400m-a-year immigration enforcement unit achieves, MPs warn.
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Global coronavirus infections top 30 million

Over 940,000 people have died since the outbreak began last year, says Johns Hopkins University.
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Coronavirus: Care homes to get free PPE until March under winter plan

A new chief nurse will also be hired to provide more guidance, as part of the government's winter plan.
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Belarus protests: Women try to unmask those detaining protesters

Women want to hold to account the masked people picking protesters off the street in Belarus.
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Rail nationalisations may be coming down the track

Control of certain struggling franchises could be handed back to the government, sources say.
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Siberia landscape scarred by climate change

Scientists are warning about the consequences of vast swathes of ground thawing in Siberia.
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Van Morrison to release lockdown protest songs

The musician attacks the government and "scientists making up crooked facts" in his latest music.
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Climate Change: Is the movement diverse enough?

Too white? Too middle class? Activist Fatima explores the climate change movement's diversity.
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Quiz of the week: Who scored the Premier League's opening goal?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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Breaking down the Brexit border problem

BBC's Ros Atkins explains the latest Brexit row and the thorny issue of customs checks and Northern Ireland.
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US West Coast fires in maps, graphics and images

A visual guide to the fires ravaging California, Oregon and other western states.
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Covid-19 Singapore: A ‘pandemic of inequality’ exposed

Life has returned to normal for many in Singapore, but one group of people still remain in lockdown.
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US election: Are older Trump voters sticking with him?

The US president relied on over-65s to win the White House in 2016 but their support this time is not assured.
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India's Covid crisis sees rise in child marriage and trafficking

Reports of under-age marriage and child labour rose as the lockdown pushed people deeper into poverty.
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Taylor Swift, Fall Out Boy and Linkin Park roadies start own band

They've worked with some of the biggest artists on the planet, but now they're going solo.
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How photographers track down stolen pictures

Some call them copyright trolls, but these companies say they defend photographers' rights.
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How the Kanneh-Masons hope to demystify classical music

The siblings on making their first group album with help from Michael Morpurgo and Olivia Colman.
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Coronavirus testing: Simple test gives results in 90 minutes

The device is already being used in some hospitals to identify Covid patients.
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Alligator on gas snaps up Ig Nobel prize

The 2020 Ig Nobel prizes honour crocodilian vocalisations, narcissistic eyebrows and vibrating worms.
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Schools in poorer areas lack catch-up cash

Schools in disadvantaged areas could be "badly placed" for funding, says Institute for Fiscal Studies.
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No new 2p or £2 coins to be made for 10 years

Coin mountains in storage mean The Royal Mint has no plans to produce any more for a decade.
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Coronavirus: North-east England local lockdown begins

Early pub closures and restrictions on households mixing came into force at midnight.
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Thiago Alcantara: Liverpool close in on £27m deal for Bayern Munich midfielder

Liverpool are closing in on a deal to sign Spanish midfielder Thiago Alcantara from Bayern Munich for £27m.
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'Records, takeaways and the Shipping Forecast' - England's summer in a bio-secure bubble

As England men's summer comes to a close, BBC Sport looks at the winners and losers from the unique time in the bio-secure bubbles.
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John Lewis scraps bonus for first time since 1953

The partnership posted a £55m loss in the six months to 25 July as costs soared during the pandemic.
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Coronavirus: Government to announce £546m care home package

The government will announce the funds amid concerns about coronavirus infections in care homes.
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England v Australia: Glenn Maxwell & Alex Carey rescue amazing win and seal series win for Australia

Glenn Maxwell and Alex Carey's record-breaking 212-run partnership helps Australia recover from 73-5 to beat England by three wickets and seal a thrilling one-day series victory at Old Trafford.
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Coronavirus: North-east England braced for fresh measures and PM 'not in favour of sneak culture'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Thursday morning.
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Manchester United: Will Old Trafford side push for major honours this season?

As Manchester United prepare for their season opener against Crystal Palace on Saturday, BBC Sport's Simon Stone looks at whether they can challenge for major trophies.
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Coronavirus: Speak to rule-breakers first before calling police - PM

Boris Johnson says he is not a fan of "sneak culture" over his new rule banning gatherings larger than six.
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In pictures: Seaside photos taken 800 miles apart

Photographers in Scotland and Iceland paired up to capture their local areas.
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Covid court delays: Dead pigeons and four-year waits for justice

People accused of crimes in England and Wales - and alleged victims - wait years for a resolution.
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Migrant crisis 2015: What happened to Nujeen Mustafa?

Nujeen fled war in Syria, and crossed Europe in her wheelchair in 2015, but where is she now?
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Chris Grayling to advise ports operator in £100,000 role

The former transport secretary's part-time job is with the owner of Harwich and Felixstowe terminals.
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Cyber threat to disrupt start of university term

The National Cyber Security Centre warns that universities face a rising wave of cyber-attacks.
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Revenge porn 'new normal' after cases surge in lockdown

Cases of revenge porn have risen by a fifth this year, with lockdown to blame, say campaigners.
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Coronavirus testing: What's going wrong?

Empty testing centres, overstretched labs and rising demand - what is behind the UK's problems?
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Being a fresher during coronavirus

First year students describe their first impressions of university life, with Covid restrictions in place.
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Environment activists: 'I got death and rape threats’

Last year was the worst on record since the charity, Global witness, started tracking deaths in 2012.
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The Australian family that travels 1,800km to run an outback pub

The Ellis family in Australia make frequent trips on a small plane, fulfilling what they call "a dream".
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US election 2020: When will we get a result for the US election?

Lots of postal ballots, legal disputes and stubborn candidates could delay the results.
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Coronavirus: 'I cut a carrot for the first time, aged 41'

Diagnosed with ADHD just before she turned 40, Alia used lockdown to face her fear - cooking.
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How Rocks movie stars went from classroom to big screen

The novice stars of this gritty tale of female friendship applaud its focus on diversity in film.
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The student daring to challenge Thailand’s monarchy

Panusaya Sithijirawattanakul read out a 10-point manifesto calling for reform of the monarchy.
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'For me whale meat is my childhood, my memories'

Sales of whale meat rise in Norway, helped by more Norwegians going on staycations.
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Coronavirus: Testing latest, inflation and NHS masks innovation

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Wednesday morning.
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Vulnerable children will 'slip out of view', commissioner warns

England's children's commissioner expects an increase in referrals to social services post-lockdown.
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Tour de France: Defending champion Egan Bernal withdraws before stage 17

Ineos Grenadiers rider Egan Bernal ends his Tour de France defence with a withdrawal before stage 17.
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Eating out scheme pushes down August inflation

The UK's inflation rate fell to 0.2% in August as Eat Out to Help Out scheme pushed down restaurant prices.
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Coronavirus: Trump denies downplaying severity of virus

The president said in an interview earlier this year he minimised the virus's severity to avoid panic.
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Coronavirus: India infections top five million mark

It is the world's second-highest caseload, amid reports of intensive care beds and oxygen shortages.
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Child power pushes Lego to ditch plastic bags

Lego and supermarket chain Iceland become the latest companies to make sustainability pledges.
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Brexit freight system 'will be ready on time'

The government says a beta version will be ready when the new arrangements begin on 1 January.
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Coronavirus: Government to prioritise NHS and care homes for testing

The government's pledge comes as Manchester's mayor warns time is running out to fix the system.
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Brexit: Dominic Raab seeks to reassure US politicians over Brexit bill

The foreign secretary's visit comes amid warnings that a UK-US trade deal could be threatened.
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TikTok: Cambridgeshire police officers warned over 'offensive' videos

Two officers posted clips of themselves "shouting offensive language" and dancing "inappropriately".
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'Redundancy floodgates will open' says Unite union

Unite warns of a 'miserable Christmas' for workers without an extension of government jobs support.
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Child killers could face life sentences in criminal justice shake-up.

The justice secretary hails changes to criminal tariffs as a "fundamental shift" to punish offenders.
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UK Space Agency funds tech for orbital awareness

Grants will promote ideas to detect, characterise and track the millions of objects moving overhead.
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John Bolton: Criminal inquiry opened into explosive memoir

President Trump's ex-adviser is being investigated for possibly disclosing classified information.
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Full circuit: Round-Britain photographer Quintin Lake's epic journey

Photographer Quintin Lake completes his walk, five years and 10,000km on.
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Teen entrepreneurs’ top business tips

Two young businessmen who started their ventures when they were at school share their advice on how to sustain your business during the pandemic.
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Violence and hostility: Inside the French police

French journalist Valentin Gendrot describes the two years he spent undercover as a French police officer.
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Coronavirus: How we faced redundancy in lockdown

Young people are losing more jobs than any other age group - Newsbeat has been speaking to some of them.
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West Coast fires: How we outran a California wildfire

Trapped by a fast-moving wildfire, four friends were forced to hike their way to safety.
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Coronavirus testing: Government claims fact-checked

We examine two ministers' claims about how the Covid-19 testing system is performing in England.
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US election 2020: What is Trump's record on the environment?

The president has dismissed the science on climate change. But what is his record on the environment?
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Recovering from Covid-19: 'I can't get the images out of my head'

Many patients are at the risk of suffering from PTSD, but India lacks infrastructure to treat them.
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'We can't keep losing money' - Government talks over fans in stadiums to be held this week

The UK government will meet senior sporting officials this week as one rugby union club says it fears some teams may not survive the season.
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Women's Super League: Which star signing will have the biggest impact?

As Alex Morgan's move to Tottenham concludes a busy Women's Super League transfer window, BBC Sport looks at the best signings of 2020.
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Tennessee Titans win at Denver Broncos as Pittsburgh Steelers beat New York Giants

Stephen Gostkowski makes a match-winning kick with 17 seconds remaining as Tennessee Titans beat Denver Broncos.
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Young people hit as unemployment rate rises

The unemployment rate increases to 4.1% from 3.9%, its highest level for two years.
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Coronavirus: UK jobs latest, testing system strain and lockdown start-ups

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning.
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Coronavirus: Why it could be a 'lonely time' for Jewish families

From Friday, the Jewish faith will enter its most holy period, marking Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.
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The Hundred: Women's players can keep contracts for 2021

Players due to play in this year's postponed women's Hundred will have the option of keeping their contracts for next summer.
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Whose 'days of mediocrity' are over? Garth Crooks' team of the week

Who makes Garth Crooks' first Premier League team of the week this season?
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Coronavirus: NHS staff off work due to testing shortages, say bosses

Hospital bosses warn that a lack of coronavirus tests for NHS staff is putting services at risk.
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US West Coast fires: Trump fans flames of climate row in California

On a visit to fire-ravaged California, President Trump tells an official it will "start getting cooler".
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Housing crisis: The 59-year-old woman who lives in a van

Official figures undercount the real numbers waiting for social housing by 500,000. a study claims.
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'Soaring alcohol misuse' could overwhelm service

People are drinking more during the pandemic and addiction services may not cope, experts warn.
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Unison: Care workers who made £4 an hour awarded in £100,000 court case

After a court case awarded home carers more than £100,000, a union has called for intervention.
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Gene editing to produce 'super dad' livestock

Modified animals could improve sustainable meat production, but safety and ethical issues remain.
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Coronavirus: Safety guidance issued for Jewish festivals

Stay 2m from the blowing of the shofar, the government advises UK Jews.
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Digital divide: 'My children's classroom is a car park'

During the coronavirus pandemic, life has turned to the internet. But not everyone has it.
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As Naomi’s TikTok followers grew so did racist abuse

After the death of George Floyd student Naomi Eluwa found she needed to change her TikTok content.
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Blind veteran writes cookery book for other visually-impaired people

Ex-Royal Marine Simon Mahoney says he hopes the book will help blind people to start cooking.
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Coronavirus in Africa: Explaining the bogus 'viral blockers' worn by some politicians

BBC Africa explains the facts behind 'protective badges' that some politicians have been wearing.
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Ship with no crew to sail across the Atlantic

A full-size, crewless research ship is to make one of the world's first autonomous transatlantic voyages.
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Five reasons why Israel's peace deals with the UAE and Bahrain matter

Gulf states see opportunities for trade while Israel lessens its isolation, writes Jeremy Bowen.
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When changing a light bulb is a really big deal

Lighthouses have been upgrading to more efficient LED lights, but for some that is a step too far.
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The Nigerian filmmakers risking jail with lesbian movie Ife

The film board in Nigeria, where same-sex relationships are banned, says the film violates strict laws on homosexuality.
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Leighton Buzzard gets second earthquake in a week

The British Geological Survey says the 2.1-magnitude quake was felt on Sunday night.
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Fifth ex-PM speaks out against post-Brexit bill

David Cameron says he has "misgivings" about the proposed law to override the UK-EU Brexit deal.
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'No risk' at Wetherspoons as 66 staff test positive

The company dismisses claims pubs are "dangerous" places after some workers contract Covid-19.
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Coronavirus: 'Rule of six', GP appointments and life under lockdown

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Monday morning.
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Yoshihide Suga picked by Japan's governing party to succeed Shinzo Abe

Japan's governing party has picked him to succeed Shinzo Abe who stepped down due to health reasons.
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Humpback whales enter crocodile river 'in Australian first'

At least one humpback whale remains in the Northern Territory river after getting lost, experts say.
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TikTok rejects Microsoft bid at eleventh hour

Oracle is now the favourite to take over US operations of the popular Chinese-owned video-sharing app.
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Brexit: Geoffrey Cox says PM 'damaging' UK's reputation with bill

The former attorney general vows to vote against government's attempts to override the Withdrawal Agreement.
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Climate change: Warmth shatters section of Greenland ice shelf

A big chunk of ice breaks away from the Arctic's largest remaining ice shelf - 79N, or Nioghalvfjerdsfjorden.
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Coronavirus: 'Rule of six' comes into effect in England

The ban on social gatherings above six people applies indoors and outdoors, and includes children under 12.
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Coronavirus: WHO reports record daily rise in new infections

The largest increases in new infections were reported in India, the US and Brazil, the agency said.
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US Open 2020: Dominic Thiem fights back to beat Alexander Zverev

Dominic Thiem clinches his first Grand Slam title after fighting back from two sets down to beat Alexander Zverev in the US Open final.
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ARM: UK-based chip designer sold to Nvidia

The Cambridge-based company's technology helps power most smartphones among many other gadgets.
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Give us green post-Covid recovery, urges CBI boss

The head of the industry body is urging government to create new green jobs to lift productivity.
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Battle of Britain radar tower in Essex given protected status

The Chain Home Tower at Great Baddow is the only one of its kind surviving in the British Isles.
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Hold Still: UK lockdown caught on camera

Pictures taken by members of the public for an online exhibition capturing four months of lockdown.
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US election 2020: How to become president

How is the president of the United States actually elected?
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Covid in Yemen: The city where all the doctors fled - except one

During the height of the pandemic in Yemen, there was only one functioning hospital in the city of Aden, home to a million people.
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Coronavirus: Beijing's back and forth lockdown

Stephen McDonell explores 'the new normal’ in China's capital as it adapts to life with coronavirus.
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‘I came from a mother and baby home’

Eunan Duffy was 47 years old when he found out he was adopted and reconnected with his birth mother.
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David Tennant says TV drama Des 'does not celebrate' killer Dennis Nilsen

The actor explains why he played the notorious mass murderer as "boring" in a new TV drama.
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Criminal Records: Singer creates label for jailhouse Scots

Jill Brown says the new label will give "a voice" to musically-minded inmates at HMP Barlinnie.
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How her own illness led one woman to set up a global firm

Jules Miller set up dietary supplements firm The Nue Co after suffering irritable bowel syndrome.
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M5 closed in Gloucestershire after 'serious collision'

Police were called to an incident involving several vehicles at about 05:20 BST.
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'Music gives my Down’s syndrome son a voice'

Jack Rogers began taking piano lessons through video calls during the coronavirus lockdown.
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Coronavirus: Vaccine trial resumes and divorce 'boom'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on Sunday.
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Coronavirus: Nottingham house party host fined £10K

A man, 19, is issued with a fixed penalty notice after allowing more than 50 people into his home.
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National eczema week: 'I wanted to rip my skin off'

A survey finds 89% of adults with eczema feel it significantly reduces their quality of life.
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Teenagers convicted of terrorism could be jailed for life

The government describes its sentencing reform plans as the most radical in nearly 20 years.
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Sue Barker leaving BBC's A Question of Sport show

Team captains Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell will also depart the long-running sports quiz show.
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Coronavirus: Virtual Great North Run in 57 countries

Participants will be "together in spirit" after it was cancelled due to coronavirus, organisers say.
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Russia: Local elections test Kremlin party's grip on power

They come only weeks after the suspected poisoning of opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
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'I've tried to mature' - Osaka on how coronavirus break helped her win US Open

US Open champion Naomi Osaka says the time she was forced to take off tennis because of the coronavirus pandemic helped her win a third Grand Slam.
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Brexit: Tony Blair and John Major urge MPs to reject bill

Boris Johnson's contentious proposals will be debated for the first time in the Commons on Monday.
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Moria migrants tear-gassed by Greek police in protest over new camp

Migrants and refugees were made homeless when the camp on the Greek island of Lesbos burned down.
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After covid: 'Working from home' is long term ambition

Nearly a third of people should still work from home even when coronavirus eases, say ministers.
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US film Nomadland triumphs at Venice Film Festival

The festival was the first such event held with live audiences since the start of Covid-19 outbreak.
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Girl, 3, with brain damage walks marathon with assistance dog

Izzy, three, completed the challenge with her assistance dog, Pepsi.
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Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards 2020 finalists revealed

A grumpy sea turtle and a waving brown bear were also also competition finalists.
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Alleged computer hacker Lauri Love: Living with my autism

Alleged computer hacker Lauri Love won his appeal against extradition and his autism was cited as a factor.
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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Will universities be able to avoid spreading the virus?

US colleges had numerous Covid outbreaks when students returned last month. This will be a challenge for the UK too.
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Working from home: The rise of the DIY office

From treetops to ironing-board desks - a look at some of your creative home offices.
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Why do women appear to bear the brunt of ageism at work?

Older women fight back against the double whammy of ageism and sexism in the workplace.
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Coronavirus: How Christmas could be different this year

New restrictions on social gatherings could stay in place until the end of the year.
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Brian Cox and Adele's producer Paul Epworth discuss music and the cosmos

How do physics and space travel inspire musicians? Award-winning producer Paul Epworth finds out.
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I felt my life was over when I saw my damaged face

Seria Hogg was left with mental and physical scars when she knocked off her bike by a hit-and-run driver.
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Obituary: Toots Hibbert - the man who coined the word reggae

The frontman of Toots and the Maytals was known for songs like Pressure Drop and Monkey Man.
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Will Emily be allowed to keep her baby?

All Emily's previous children have been taken into care. Social services now have to make a decision on her 10th.
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Coronavirus: Children will stay part of rule of six, says Gove

Under 12s will not be exempt, minister says, as scientist warns the UK is "losing control" of virus.
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Toots Hibbert: Jamaican reggae legend dies aged 77

Frederick Nathaniel "Toots" Hibbert was the front man of reggae band Toots & the Maytals.
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Coronavirus: Testing system 'falling over' and dentists 'firefighting'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on Saturday.
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‘Signings could open up title race’ - Shearer previews new Premier League season

Alan Shearer thinks Manchester City will win the Premier League title back off Liverpool but says predictions are difficult until the transfer window closes on 5 October.
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Venezuela: President Maduro says US spy seized near oil sites

The marine working for the CIA had weapons and large amounts of cash, the Venezuelan president says.
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Dentists struggling to deal with huge backlog

Warning that some surgeries are struggling, and patients will have "nowhere to go" if they close.
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Typewriter artist James Cook's first exhibition features Hollywood stars

James Cook uses the characters of a typewriter to create likenesses of Tom Hanks and Bill Murray.
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Thiem overcomes tough Medvedev test to reach first US Open final

Dominic Thiem will face Alexander Zverev in Sunday's US Open men's final after defeating Russia's Daniil Medvedev in a semi-final of high quality.
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Spain sentences El Salvador ex-colonel to 133 years in jail for priests' murder

Inocente Orlando Montano is sentenced to 133 years in prison for the 1989 murders in El Salvador.
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Brexit: Back me over the bill, Johnson tells Tory MPs

Boris Johnson calls for no return to "squabbling", but the EU ramps up opposition to UK plans.
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Afghanistan war: 'Historic' peace talks with Taliban set to begin

Landmark talks aimed at ending four decades of war get under way on Saturday, after months of delay.
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Woman who sawed off own hand found guilty of fraud

The 22-year-old Slovenian woman was found guilty of cutting off her hand to make an insurance claim.
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Pregnancy loss: ‘He wasn’t with me when we got the bad news’

A couple who suffered miscarriage during lockdown want "clearer" rules around hospital visits.
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Living with IBD: Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease

BBC reporter Bryony Hopkins explores how IBD impacts the lives of three young people.
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Week in pictures: 5-11 September 2020

A selection of remarkable images taken around the world this week.
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Lockdown for a second time: 'It can't get any worse'

How are firms in Bolton - many of which have just reopened - coping with the new local restrictions?
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I read all those Trump tell-alls. Here's what I learned

With yet more books offering fresh info on Trump, what do you get when you take them together?
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Migrants on Lesbos: 'Europe does not exist. This is hell'

The migrants and refugees are now sleeping wherever they can after the camp burned to the ground.
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'Traditions should change' says Proms composer Errollyn Wallen

Errolyn Wallen on how she has reworked Jerusalem so it is more "gentle and reflective".
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ZaraLena: Sharing my alopecia online is 'liberating'

The Ex on the Beach reality star tells Radio 1 Newsbeat how she's coming to terms with the loss of her hair.
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Coronavirus: False claims test kits for ‘Covid-19’ were sold in 2017

Our latest debunk of misinformation includes claims about the World Bank, thermometers and llamas.
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Over 500,000 flee 'unprecedented' Oregon fires

At least one of the deadly infernos in the western US state is being treated as possible arson.
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Google and Twitter to block election misinformation

The tech firms are ramping up measures ahead of the US elections to block false or misleading content.
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Belgium ex-king's love child seeks royal rights and titles

After years of denial, former King Albert accepted he was the father of artist Delphine Boël.
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Brexit talks set to resume despite UK rejecting EU ultimatum

The UK rejects the EU's demand to scrap plans to alter the withdrawal treaty, but talks will continue.
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Moria migrants: Greece calls for European action after fire on Lesbos

Greece is struggling to find shelter to thousands of migrants left homeless after a fire at a camp.
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Fake driving licences offered online for £600

A BBC investigation finds scammers on social media claiming to sell full driving licences.
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Breonna Taylor family: 'Hold every officer accountable'

The 26-year-old's aunt says she is worried about a "cover-up" in the case of her killing by police.
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The man who owned 3,000 cameras

One of the largest camera collections in the world is hidden away in a village hall in Fife.
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Former prisoner fighting for US criminal justice reform

Harvey Murphy's life changed when he was wrongly accused of stealing and later served time in jail for drug offences.
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Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2020: Andromeda Galaxy image wins top prize

A photo of the Andromeda Galaxy has won this year's Astronomy Photographer of the Year Awards.
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Quiz of the week: If Neil Buchanan is not Bansky, what is he doing now?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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Coronavirus: Who will get the vaccine first?

If scientists succeed in making a coronavirus vaccine, when will we get it, how much will it cost and who will get it first?
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'Scammer cloned my business on Instagram'

How a fake soap company attempted to clean out the bank accounts of followers.
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Why black Americans are more likely to be vegan

African Americans are almost three times as likely to be vegan than white Americans.
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Coronavirus: How technology could keep football fans safe at stadiums

Tech firms are working on solutions to enable fans to move safely outside, inside and around grounds.
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Retracing final moments The Singapore Grip author's life

JK Farrell, the writer of ITV's upcoming drama series, drowned in 1979 while fishing in Ireland.
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Suspension of a US professor sparks debate over a Chinese word

News of the controversial suspension of a US university professor for using a Mandarin word reaches China.
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George Bizos obituary: Remembering Mandela's gentle but fierce lawyer

The South African champion of human rights remained active and outspoken into his tenth decade.
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Furlough 'must be extended' to avoid mass unemployment, say MPs

The furlough scheme should be extended for struggling industries, the Treasury Select Committee says.
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Leeds DWP office failed to enforce social distancing

A Health and Safety Executive inspection found staff congregating around a desk at the Leeds office.
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Coronavirus: Wales to restrict indoor gatherings to six people

Indoor meetings of more than six people from an extended household will be illegal from Monday.
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Pringles tube tries to wake from 'recycling nightmare'

Kellog redesigns the snackfood container that was dubbed the "number one villain" for recycling.
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Selling Sunset: Is that really how homes are sold in LA?

UK viewers are lapping up the glamour, drama and multi-million dollar homes in a hit TV show.
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Angelina Jolie donates to boys' lemonade stand for Yemen

Six-year-old Londoners Ayaan Moosa and Mikaeel Ishaaq have been raising money to help people in Yemen.
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Photographs of Cadbury's 'factory in a garden' on display

More than 400 rare photographs go on display showing how an entrepreneur's vision became a reality.
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Brexit: UK and EU set for emergency talks as tensions rise

The EU calls for clarity over Boris Johnson's proposed changes to the Brexit withdrawal agreement.
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Alexei Navalny: Substantial chance Russia behind poisoning, Pompeo says

The US secretary of state declines to say how the Trump administration will respond.
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L'Oreal launches make-up recycling across UK shops

The firm's Maybelline brand has set up recycling points in shops including Tesco and Superdrug.
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Coronavirus: Concerns over Boris Johnson's 'moonshot' testing plans

Medical experts raise doubts about plans to have "millions" of coronavirus tests processed every day.
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California wildfire: Three killed in explosive inferno

One of the victims was a motorist who fled his or her car and was overcome by the flames, say police.
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Covid vaccine: 8,000 jumbo jets needed to deliver doses globally, says IATA

Shipping a coronavirus vaccine will be "largest transport challenge ever" says the airline industry.
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WestJet cancels flight because of mask dispute with child

All passengers were told to disembark the WestJet flight because a young girl was not wearing her mask.
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Moria migrants: Greek camp fire sparks race to find shelter for 13,000

The Moria camp on the island of Lesbos, designed for fewer than 3,000 people, has been destroyed.
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Climate change: Tax frequent fliers, get rid of SUVs, government told

Climate change: Tax frequent fliers, phase out polluting SUVs, citizens say
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Wildlife in 'catastrophic decline' due to human destruction, scientists warn

Conservation group WWF says global wildlife populations have shrunk by two-thirds since 1970.
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The mind-boggling size of California's wildfires

Over two million acres of land have burned in California, compared to 118,000 acres razed in 2019.
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Black Cyclists Network: 'Why I thought this group was needed'

Mani Arthur was stopped and searched by the police last year during a ride to promote diversity.
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Trade talks: Why chicken, cheese, and cod are a tricky menu

The UK this week pursues simultaneous talks with Japan, the US and EU to secure its post-Brexit future.
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Fantasy football: Maths and patience 'are how to win'

Reigning champion and numbers whiz Josh Bull tells Radio 1 Newsbeat how to win.
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How Trump and Biden's abortion policies compare

It's a divisive issue in US politics. Here's where Donald Trump and Joe Biden stand on abortion.
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