More festivals face cancellation without government aid

Over a quarter of 2021's music festivals have been scrapped but organisers say others are under threat.
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Covid: Australians could face jail or fines if they return from India

Australia makes it temporarily illegal to return from India, which is being ravaged by Covid-19.
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Florida plans to fine social media for banning politicians

The Florida bill proposes fines up to $250,000 per day for companies which violate the rules.
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Do you know where plastic waste in the oceans is coming from?

The Ocean Cleanup suggests plastic pollution comes from more rivers in the world than previously thought.
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Covid-19: Campaign for St Paul's memorial to virus victims

It would see an online book of remembrance installed in a new structure at the cathedral.
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Wood burners: Sale of coal and wet wood restricted in England

Owners of wood burners and open fires will need to burn cleaner alternatives as new rules come into force.
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Why is this the 'most instagrammable' bird?

How a study designated the rare, odd-looking frogmouth the most instagrammable of avian species.
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HMS Unicorn goes under the microscope for preservation project

A major survey of HMS Unicorn is under way in Dundee as part of a major preservation project.
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Planning my 'big Greek wedding' in a pandemic

Restrictions on wedding guest numbers are due to be lifted on 21 June, but couples are still anxious.
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Week in pictures: 24 - 30 April 2021

A selection of powerful images taken around the world this week.
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Long-distance relationships are tough - but lockdown helped this couple

"In the first lockdown we couldn't see each other. This is round two, just an ocean apart."
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Bobby Sands: The hunger strike that changed the course of N Ireland's conflict

A hunger strike in which 10 IRA prisoners died was a watershed in the Troubles, says Peter Taylor.
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Britney Spears: Does the latest documentary tell us anything new?

Another new documentary examining the singer's conservatorship is released this weekend.
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Singapore: What's it like in the best place to live during Covid?

As the pandemic continues to devastate, one Asian island has emerged as the best place to ride it out.
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Election 2021: 'I was homeless now I'm voting for the first time'

Aaron Scullion was homeless at 21 but he now has a job and home and is voting for the first time.
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Covid: Pakistan fears 'Impending doom' threatens Pakistan

A slow vaccine roll out, no lockdown and large gatherings are concerning doctors in Pakistan.
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Covid in NI: Shops, pubs, cafes and gyms to reopen

Many lockdown restrictions are being lifted but hospitality businesses may only operate outdoors.
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Capt Sir Tom 100: Family and celebrities embark on their own '100 challenge'

Celebrities including David Beckham are also marking what would have been Captain Sir Tom's 101st birthday.
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Covid deaths: More than 20m living in areas with zero Covid deaths

Analysis by the BBC suggests the UK is moving into a new phase of the pandemic.
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World's longest pedestrian suspension bridge to open in Portugal

Local residents tested out the 500m walkway, which spans a gorge in Portugal's Arouca Geopark.
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Covid vaccine offered to 40-year-olds in England

Nine out of every 10 people aged 45 and over have now had a jab in England, NHS officials say.
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Ghislaine Maxwell: Lawyers release photo that shows bruised face

Lawyers release a photo of the British socialite with what looks like bruising under her left eye.
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Student university complaints reach highest level

The universities watchdog received 2,604 complaints in 2020, with £742,132 paid as compensation.
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Bradley to host BBC's new Blankety Blank series

Bradley Walsh will host popular the resurrected game show after the success of a festive special.
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Restaurants struggle to find staff ahead of reopening

Some venues may have to limit their opening hours after more than one in ten hospitality workers left the sector.
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One in seven shops lie empty after lockdown

Research suggests the number of shop vacancies has risen again, with the North of England worse hit.
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'Heartbreaking' return to St Vincent's volcano-hit 'red zone'

The BBC accompanies a school teacher back to a village in St Vincent's restricted volcano-damaged 'red zone'.
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England's 20th Century coastal communities seen from above

Photos of England's popular coastal communities seen from the air during the 20th Century.
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Henny Beaumont: Painting the female victims of violence

Illustrator and cartoonist Henny Beaumont on why she's memorialising female victims of violence.
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Xueli Abbing: The abandoned baby who became a Vogue model

The 16-year-old's albinism led to her being abandoned as a baby but she is now a successful model.
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Boris Johnson flat row: What do we know about the PM’s finances?

With controversy over the Downing Street flat redecoration, how much does the prime minister earn?
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How a cover band inspired Royal Blood's new music

Frontman Mike Kerr says he ditched dozens of songs after watching tribute act Royal Monster in 2018.
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'It's your device, you should be able to repair it'

The BBC talks to the volunteers running free workshops to help consumers fix broken gadgets.
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Australians stuck overseas 'abandoned' by their own country

Australians in India are the latest group to feel abandoned by their government amid virus fears.
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The ransomware surge ruining lives

A coalition is calling for action from governments as victims describe crippling cyber-attacks.
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India Covid: A nurse's story of fighting the virus

A nurse at the forefront of the battle against India's deadly second Covid wave shares her story.
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Israel stampede: Dozens killed in crush at religious festival

Emergency services confirm dozens have been killed and many more wounded in north-east Israel.
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Amazon hopes pandemic habits stick after profits triple

The tech giant may be entering a "golden age" as the pandemic boosts its range of businesses.
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The Papers: 'Strictly want Carrie' and Clarke denies claims

Friday's papers continue to report the row over the PM's flat - and allegations against actor Noel Clarke.
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Arlene Foster: Removal of DUP leader is total mess, says party source

There are concerns in the party it could lead to an early election for the Northern Ireland Assembly.
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PM needs independent standards adviser - Labour

Boris Johnson is coming under pressure to declare when he paid for Downing Street flat refurbishments.
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Samsung: Handsets push profits to pre-pandemic highs

Samsung Electronics strong profits were dented by disappointing results for its chips business.
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DUP: Who are the leadership contenders?

BBC News NI looks at three names being tipped as possible successors to Arlene Foster.
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Free e-cigarettes for smokers in A&E trial

Patients will be selected randomly to measure how successful vaping can be in helping people to quit.
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Students want sexual consent test in university

Most students back an assessment for students to show they "fully understand" consent, says survey.
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NSPCC child abuse helpline has record call numbers in pandemic

The NSPCC says the figures echo fears that lockdown school closures left children more vulnerable.
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India Covid-19: Deadly second wave spreads from cities to small towns

The virus is spreading to remote corners of India where healthcare is poor and the crisis under-reported.
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Covid: Turkey prepares for its first full lockdown

Turkey was seen as a success story early in the pandemic but now has the highest infection rate in Europe.
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Call for Snowdon to only be known by Welsh name Yr Wyddfa

The highest mountain in Wales, Snowdon - also known as Yr Wyddfa - stands at 3,560ft (1,085m).
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NRA's Wayne LaPierre elephant hunt video sparks outrage

In 2013 Wayne LaPierre was filmed repeatedly shooting an elephant, struggling to kill it.
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Man sentenced for blinding motorcyclist with egg in Wigston

Marc Toone lost the sight in his right eye after being hit with an egg thrown from a car.
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eBay launches new trainer authentication scheme

A new authentication scheme is launching in the UK to help spot counterfeit trainers.
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The Troubles: Searching for the 'angel' who saved my life

Peter was shot and paralysed during Northern Ireland's Troubles. He is now hoping to find Betsy, the nurse who helped him through that time. But it has been more than 40 years without any contact.
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Silverdale stink: 'My house and children's toys all smell of landfill'

Residents living near a Silverdale landfill site say their physical and mental health is suffering.
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Covid in India: Sikh temple offers drive-through oxygen

More than 1,000 people have used the service being offered by one Gurdwara in Uttar Pradesh.
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2021 elections: A simple guide to the Scottish, Welsh and local elections

A bumper crop of elections are being held on 6 May across England, Scotland and Wales.
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Line Of Duty: 'My favourite thing is reading the wild fan theories'

Martin Compston, who plays DI Steve Arnott, reveals what happens off-screen on the hit drama.
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Housing: 'Trying to buy in this market is painful'

UK property transactions in March 2021 were at their highest level since records began in 2005, according to the HMRC.
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Zac Easter: He left his brain behind to save others from his fate

Zac Easter killed himself at the age of 24, having suffered for years from a debilitating disease caused by the sport he loved.
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The 'forgotten' Afghan refugees taking their own lives

Many Afghan refugees who spent years stranded in Indonesia awaiting resettlement have lost hope.
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Why virtual away days may be here to stay

Firms have been holding away days online to boost morale and team sprit during the pandemic.
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They are killing our forest, Brazilian tribe warns

The Awa, who have been called "the most threatened tribe on earth", face fresh challenges in Brazil.
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Lotus to launch last pure petrol sports car

The Emira will be the carmaker's last conventionally powered model, as it prepares for an all-electric future.
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Covid: One dose of vaccine halves transmission - study

People who get coronavirus after their first jab are up to 49% less likely to pass it on, research suggests.
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UK's aid cuts for clean water projects criticised

A leaked memo suggests taxpayers could be critical of the timing - as the world copes with a pandemic.
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Self-driving cars to be allowed on UK roads this year

The government previously said it hoped to legalise hands-free driving by spring 2021.
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Covid vaccine: Sore arm and headache most common side effects

A UK study of more than 600,000 people found reactions to the jabs were "mild and short-lived".
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Boris Johnson faces MPs amid questions over Downing Street flat revamp

Boris Johnson is under pressure to give full details of how refurbishments to his home were paid for.
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Richard Pusey: Australian jailed for filming dying officers

Richard Pusey is sentenced to 10 months jail for filming dying police officers at a crash scene.
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Burkina Faso ambush: Spaniards and Irishman killed after abduction

Two Spanish journalists, an Irish national and a local soldier were abducted by gunmen on Monday.
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Business leaders set out plan for Covid recovery

A new relationship between business and government could boost economic growth, says Covid Recovery Commission.
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Internet access: 1.5m UK homes still offline, Ofcom finds

People without internet access were most likely to be aged over 65 or live in low income households.
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Demand high as cruises gear up for a restart

Cruises around England can resume in May, and operator Fred Olsen says it's already sold two thirds of its capacity.
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Family-meal image wins international food photo contest

A photo of a family preparing a meal in China wins Pink Lady Food Photographer of the Year 2021.
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Children of the 90s study: 'I feel privileged to be part of it'

In 1991, Bristol University began tracking 14,000 pregnant women - and it's still studying their children.
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Birds of Oz: The charming natives that found TikTok fame

A colourful set of Australian birds has attracted a surprise global following on social media.
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Why a US photographer says 'sorry for the war'

Peter van Agtmael chronicles the perception of the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq and their realities.
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CEO Secrets: Why crying can help you succeed in business

Tina Chen explains how it can be tough starting a business on your own in a new country.
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'This bank has changed people's lives'

Eight locations across the UK are testing ideas aimed at ensuring future access to cash for those who need it.
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Dog theft: Simple tips to stop your puppy being pinched

With dog thefts on the rise, here are some tips on how you can keep your dog as safe as possible.
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Emilia Clarke on the book that helped her to grieve for her dad

Jenny Diski's writing was "tonic for the soul" for the Game of Thrones star after her father died.
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Kenyans bitter over al-Qaeda US embassy compensation snub

Kenyan victims of 1998 US embassy bombing lament exclusion from $335m compensation deal.
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Kuwait: Murder spurs demands for greater safety for women

The killing by the woman's alleged harasser fuels outrage over women's safety in the Gulf state.
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Mon Laferte: Chile's pop export on repression and injustice

Musician Mon Laferte is releasing her first album since speaking out about the country's protests.
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The Papers: 'PM urged to come clean' and 'June olé days'

The papers report more claims in the Boris Johnson's flat row - and the return of Spanish holidays.
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India Covid: First UK aid arrives as coronavirus deaths mount

Oxygen equipment lands in Delhi but far more is needed to tackle a devastating Covid wave nationwide.
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Whitbread: Premier Inn owner braces for strong 'staycation' demand

Whitbread, which also owns Beefeater, expects a summer bounce as Covid restrictions ease on 17 May.
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Covid-19: Pressure mounts on Johnson and MPs demand lockdown fines review

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning.
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Cabinet to meet as PM tries to move past leaks

Ministers are to gather as a senior source says the government must now refocus on Covid and vaccines.
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Lockdown fines: Fixed penalty notices should all be reviewed - MPs

Many of the 93,000 fixed penalties issued in England and Wales were discriminatory or unfair, MPs argue.
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Lockdowns hurt child speech and language skills - report

Delays to speech and language skills are a top concern for primary schools, researchers say.
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US police mock dementia sufferer in 'torture' arrest

The Colorado officers are seen reviewing a clip where the 73-year-old's shoulder goes "pop".
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Miscarriage rates 'over 40% higher' in black women

Everyone who has even one miscarriage should be offered tailored help and support, experts say.
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Bafta TV Awards: Diversity's BGT routine up for must-see moment award

The controversial routine is among the nominees for Bafta's must-see TV moment of the last year.
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Gavin Newsom: California's governor faces recall election

Gavin Newsom was up for re-election in 2022, but will now probably face a vote this autumn.
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Ex-SAS soldier from Hereford set for solo row across Atlantic

Ian Rivers, who escaped across Syria in 2013, will use the stars and a sextant to navigate.
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Covid-19 in India: Visual guide to the crisis

Maps, charts and graphics explaining what is happening and what the authorities are doing about it.
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UK's first hijabi firefighter: ‘Firefighters don’t look like me’

Uroosa Arshid says she hopes other young Muslim women may feel inspired to follow in her footsteps.
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Recovering from lockdown: Five tips to boost your child's vocabulary

Research shows the lockdown has had an impact on young children's language skills. How can parents help?
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Nigeria: The community that trades by barter instead of money

This Nigerian community still practices trade by barter, where goods are exchanged instead of money.
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India Covid: The messages deciding between life and death

Avani Singh was one of thousands of Indians who turned to social media to get help for her family.
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Afghan interpreters rejected for resettlement 'face death' after UK exit

Campaigners say many interpreters fired for trivial reasons are being unfairly barred from the UK.
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Electric cars: What will happen to all the dead batteries?

In the next 10 years millions of old electric car batteries will need to be recycled or discarded.
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Inside a long Covid clinic: 'I want to play with my kids again'

Croydon University Hospital's clinic has already seen 1,000 patients, with another 500 on the waiting list.
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Kanye West's Yeezy trainers sell for record $1.8m

The musician's prototype trainers are the first to fetch more than $1m at auction.
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Firefighter who became defining image of mountain gorse fire

A photo of firefighter Hayley Agnew became the defining image of the Slieve Donard gorse fire.
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Belfast girl goes from Park Runs to being world's fastest at 12

Belfast girl Emer McKee says she just tries to "run as fast as I can" after setting a new world 5km record for a 12-year-old.
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Coronavirus: Portugal records no daily deaths for first time since August

The last time the country recorded no coronavirus-related deaths in a 24-hour period was in August.
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Walton-on-Thames: Shaan Mir charged with murder

Shaan Mir is charged with murder and attempted murder following an altercation in Walton-on-Thames.
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Covid-19: Lockdown eases in Scotland and vaccine rollout extended in England

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Monday morning.
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'Why it is an honour to win such a physical Women's Six Nations final'

England prop Shaunagh Brown explains why it is an honour to play in and win such a physical Women's Six Nations final against France.
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Oscars 2021: Nomadland, Anthony Hopkins and Daniel Kaluuya share glory

Nomadland takes three top awards, with wins for British stars Sir Anthony Hopkins and Daniel Kaluuya.
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IPL: Ravichandran Ashwin, Adam Zampa, Kane Richardson & Andrew Tye leave amid Covid-19 concerns

Australians Adam Zampa, Kane Richardson and Andrew Tye return home from the IPL as India's Ravichandran Ashwin takes a break to support his family.
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Inside the mind of European Super League architect Perez

Portrayed as greedy and some kind of devil figure for his role in plans for a European Super League, what is Florentino Perez really like?
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Why Spurs face 'huge summer' after 'disastrous few months' – Jenas on what next for Tottenham

MOTD2 pundit and former Tottenham midfielder Jermaine Jenas explains why Spurs have got much bigger issues than Sunday's Carabao Cup final defeat by Manchester City.
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Turkmenistan celebrates new holiday to honour native dog breed

The president leads celebrations of the Alabay shepherd dog - a symbol of national cultural pride.
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Oscars 2021: 13 major red carpet looks from the Academy Awards

All the suits, sparkles and sequins from Sunday night's Academy Awards.
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Dominic Cummings allegations: Top civil servant to face MPs

The cabinet secretary is expected to say an inquiry into the leak of lockdown plans is ongoing.
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Catalytic converters: Demand for precious metals drives surge in thefts

There has been a surge in offences as thieves cash in on the precious metals they contain.
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Chloe Zhao, from 'outsider' to Hollywood history-maker

Chinese-born, British-educated, US-based Zhao is the first woman of colour to win best director.
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'I will not return to work': Myanmar coup cripples healthcare system

Myanmar's medical workers are finding themselves torn between their patients and a military government.
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Space junk map tracks 200 ‘ticking time bombs’

Large defunct rocket bodies have the potential to break into thousands of pieces, threatening functioning satellites that provide vital services like GPS.
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Shops, pubs and pools reopen in Scotland

Travel restrictions are also eased, allowing people to travel between Scotland and other parts of the UK.
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Older workers 'see biggest jobs fall since 1980s'

There were 109,000 more jobless older workers between December and February than a year ago, a report says.
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'We do like a rave!' Inside the UK's last lesbian bars

There are only a few fixed lesbian venues left in the UK, and they are having to adapt to keep going.
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Chernobyl nuclear disaster: ‘Three-day evacuation lasted 35 years’

Lyudmila Honchar was four when she had to leave her home in Pripyat, Ukraine after the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Now she's going home.
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Cladding victims ‘let down by the system’

Bassel lost his flat in the war in Syria and is now at risk of losing everything again, as a victim of flammable cladding.
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'Apocalyptic' landscape in aftermath of volcanic eruptions on St Vincent.

The island of St Vincent has been blanketed in ash, impacting infrastructure and agriculture.
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The salmon you buy in the future may be farmed on land

A giant fish farm in Florida is rearing salmon for the US market in a huge indoor facility.
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Can Western brands recover from consumer backlash in China?

Some foreign companies are facing a boycott in China - they are not the first and won't be the last.
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Facebook v Apple: The ad tracking row heats up

Why is there is a dispute between the two tech giants and does it matter to you?
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Eight-year-old boy praised for his quick thinking

An eight-year-old boy has been praised for his presence of mind after he made an 999 call to emergency services.
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How Chelsea reached the Women's Champions League semi-final

Watch all the goals from Chelsea's 5-1 aggregate win over two-time champions Wolfsburg in the Women's Champions League quarter-final.
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Fares Maatou: Boy, 14, charged with murder after Newham stabbing

A boy is charged with the murder of Fares Maatou, who was stabbed outside a pizza restaurant.
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Menstrual leave: South Korea airline ex-CEO fined for refusing time off

Under South Korean law, women can ask for a day off each month if they have painful periods.
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PM's flat refurbishment 'came from his own pocket', says Liz Truss

Boris Johnson paid for the work, Liz Truss says, but she would not say if a Tory donor provided the money first.
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Kane, Aguero & De Bruyne could all be fit for Carabao Cup final

Tottenham's Harry Kane as well as Manchester City's Sergio Aguero and Kevin de Bruyne could all be fit for Sunday's Carabao Cup final.
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M62: Motorcyclist dies after crash with car on motorway

A 23-year-old man dies while a car driver is in a serious condition in hospital.
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Covid-19: Under-50s jab campaign and fans return to Wembley

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.
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Covid in Scotland: Free test kits to be available on demand

The lateral flow test kits can be picked up from testing centres or ordered online from Monday.
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Laura Muir and Adelle Tracey win at USATF Grand Prix in Oregon

Britain's Adelle Tracey beats compatriot Jemma Reekie by one hundredth of a second to win the women's 800m at the USATF Grand Prix.
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India Covid: Patients dying without oxygen amid Delhi surge

Delhi hospitals run out of beds and oxygen as families struggle to save their loved ones.
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Usman knocks out Masvidal to retain UFC welterweight title

Kamaru Usman scores a stunning second-round knockout to finish Jorge Masvidal and retain the undisputed UFC welterweight title.
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Dominic Cummings allegations: Labour calls for government to face MPs

Party wants a government minister to face questions in the Commons amid claims by former No 10 aide.
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Iraq Covid hospital fire: At least 23 dead after 'oxygen tank explodes'

Flames across several floors lead to scenes of panic at a hospital in the Iraqi capital.
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Brazil: Environment police battle for Amazon rainforest

Riots, policy changes and funding cuts have all threatened the mission to protect the Amazon rainforest from deforestation.
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TikTok: 'My nan has helped me get millions of views'

Lewis Leigh, 19, has attracted 1.2m followers on TikTok - with a little help from his family.
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Oscars 2021: 'I don't mind being the underdog'

Irish animation studio Cartoon Saloon's latest film Wolfwalkers is up for an Oscar on Sunday night.
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How Armel Zola is helping people to 'stay positive' at home

The former footballer is teaching dancing in lockdown to young adults with Down's Syndrome.
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Your pictures on the theme of 'fences'

A selection of striking images from our readers on this week's theme.
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Afghanistan War: How can the West fight terrorism after leaving?

As Western troops prepare to go, there are concerns over the future of counter-terrorism operations.
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The Voice: Grace Holden tells of opening up about her grief

Grace Holden found talking about her mum's death hard - until she opened up about it on The Voice.
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Deaths climb as India reels from deadly Covid wave

Heart-wrenching images from crematoriums across the country capture the true toll of the virus.
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Screen time at 'breaking point' but can tech help?

There is growing evidence notifications and too much screen time can reduce attention and productivity.
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Boy, 14, stabbed to death outside Newham pizza restaurant named

Three boys are arrested after Fares Maatou was attacked with "a large bladed item", police say.
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England 10-6 France: Red Roses win Women's Six Nations for third year in a row

England win the Women's Six Nations for the third year in a row with a hard-fought final win against France.
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US Dragon spaceship arrives at International Space Station

SpaceX's Dragon Endeavour spacecraft has docked with the International Space Station.
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Indonesian submarine sank off Bali, navy says

A scan detected the vessel at a depth of 850m, well below the survivable limit, the navy says.
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Brazil cuts environment budget despite climate summit pledge

At a climate summit, President Bolsonaro had promised to boost spending and tackle deforestation.
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Three-lorry M5 crash in Gloucestershire leaves driver dead

The fatal crash, on the M5 in Gloucestershire, closes the route between Thornbury and Stroud.
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Razzies: Singer Sia named 'worst director' for controversial film Music

The pop star's directorial debut tops the infamous Razzies - the awards for the year's worst movies.
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The real-life nomads of Nomadland

Meet the Americans whose lives on the road inspired the Oscar-nominated film.
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'I walked 5,000 miles to show people are not alone'

Fleming Keery, 69, talks to those he passes, wearing a coat signalling a suicide prevention helpline.
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India Covid surge: Hospitals send SOS as record deaths registered

Patients are dying because of a lack of medical oxygen supplies, doctors warn.
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Covid-19: Indian hospitals buckle under surge and US lifts J&J jab pause

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday morning.
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Slieve Donard: Firefighters return to tackle Mourne Mountain blaze

The public is urged to stay away from the area as the firefighting operation escalates.
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Boris Johnson rebuts Dominic Cummings' attack on his integrity

Boris Johnson's former top adviser made a string of explosive allegations about the PM's conduct.
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Covid-19: Israel records no daily deaths for the first time in 10 months

The drop in deaths is seen as a promising sign as Israel vaccinates more than 50% of its population.
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The Papers: Cummings' 'war' with PM and 'No masks by summer'

Saturday's front pages focus on former No 10 adviser Dominic Cummings' attack on the prime minister.
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Two 13-year-old boys desperate to get a vaccine

Vaccines are currently unlicensed for the under-16s and it's up to individual doctors to decide.
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George Floyd: Black Lives Matter protesters react to Chauvin conviction

Two young women who demonstrated after George Floyd's death react to Derek Chauvin's conviction.
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Iceland volcano eruption: Music video and wedding filmed at Fagradalsfjall

How an Icelandic band and a marriage ceremony made the most of spectacular scenes at Fagradalsfjall.
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Tokyo Olympics: The challenges of training in a Covid pandemic

Athletes tell us what it's like training for the world's biggest sporting event during a pandemic.
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Week in pictures: 17 - 23 April 2021

A selection of powerful images taken around the world this week.
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Mental health: Trauma, genocide and my invisible illness

The BBC's Victoria Uwonkunda fled Rwanda in 1994 but it took time to recognise the impact it had on her.
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Gregory's Girl: 'The affection for it overwhelms me'

The teenage romantic comedy set in a Scottish new town has been an enduring success for 40 years.
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Palestinian election: Leaders face reckoning as rare vote looms

After years without polls, the Palestinian political landscape may be about to change dramatically.
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US joins race to find stricken Indonesia submarine

Indonesia is trying to rescue 53 crew on board a missing submarine before their oxygen runs out.
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Covid-19: India joins 'red list' and human-to-cat transmission cases

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning.
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Covid-19: India hospital fire kills 13 amid Covid oxygen crisis

The incident comes as India's hospitals are overwhelmed by a spike in cases and oxygen shortages.
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Mount Everest: Coronavirus reaches world's tallest peak

The cases are a blow to Nepal, which relies on income from Everest climbs as a source of revenue.
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Covid: Scientists find more evidence of human-to-cat transmission

Researchers at Glasgow University identified two cases where they believe cats developed Covid-19 after their owners.
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Election 2021: Jackie Weaver explains parish councils

The viral sensation explains what parish councillors do and why you should vote for them on 6 May.
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Carabao Cup & Premier League predictions: Lawro v Wolf Alice bassist Theo Ellis

Mark Lawrenson takes on Wolf Alice bassist Theo Ellis to make predictions for this weekend's EFL Cup final and Premier League fixtures.
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Dozens injured in East Jerusalem clashes

Israeli police fire tear gas, trying to keep apart rival groups of Jewish activists and Palestinians.
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US President Joe Biden to 'propose hiking tax on rich'

The plan would increase US capital gains taxes and the top marginal income tax rate.
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Tesla's Autopilot 'tricked' to operate without driver

A Model Y made multiple trips on a test track without a human in the driver's seat, engineers found.
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Australia resists calls for tougher climate targets

The country remains out of step with other major nations by refusing to commit to deeper emissions cuts.
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Scottish election 2021: Is this Scotland’s climate election?

We take a look at one of the big issues of this election – and one of the biggest facing the world.
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Covid: The man who took pictures of social distancing signs

Photographer Matthew Chattle has collected hundreds of images of social distancing floor signs.
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European Super League: Why were there no teams from Germany?

There's growing interest in the German model, where fans hold a controlling stake in the clubs.
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Afghanistan: Have things improved since the Taliban?

With foreign forces due to leave later this year, what progress have Afghans seen in their lives?
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Lockdown lip fillers gone wrong: 'My lips went black'

Clinics say more patients are needing help after going to unaccredited people during lockdown.
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Shopping in 10 minutes: The new supermarket battleground

A raft of app-based delivery systems now promise to bring you your groceries almost instantly.
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The Indonesian island that could host Elon Musk's new SpaceX site

A remote island could host Elon Musk's new Space X project - but its residents are not impressed.
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Oscars 2021: Why the Academy needs to recognise casting directors

Experts in the field explain why their role is crucial and needs recognition at the Oscars.
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What is conversion therapy?

"Abhorrent" practices aimed at changing sexual orientation or gender identity could be banned.
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One Covid vaccine cuts infection risk in all age groups

Real-world data found the AZ and Pfizer jabs worked equally well in over-75s and younger people.
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Chernobyl radiation damage 'not passed to children'

A study found no mutations associated with a parent's exposure in the 1986 nuclear accident.
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The Papers: Cummings accused of leaks and beaming Prince Louis

Friday's papers report on No 10 sources accusing ex-aide Dominic Cummings of leaking the PM's texts.
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Covid-19: India sets global record for new cases amid oxygen shortage

The country records 314, 835 new daily cases as Delhi hospitals fear running out of oxygen in hours.
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Covid-19: Call for PM-Dyson probe and driving tests like 'gold dust'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Thursday morning.
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India's second wave: 'We were not prepared'

The Covid-19 pandemic is accelerating in India beyond anywhere else in the world.
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Scottish election 2021: Can unionists block another independence referendum?

In the second of two Scottish election pieces, we look at the parties opposing another vote on independence.
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London Grammar: 'Men aren't told what to wear, so why was I?'

Hannah Reid, from London Grammar, tells Radio 1 Newsbeat that music is still a sexist industry.
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MI5 joins Instagram to bust 'martini-drinking stereotypes'

Launching the account, MI5's boss says: "You can insert your own joke about whether we will be following you."
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Driving tests resume but getting a date like 'gold dust'

Most centres are currently booked up until August, with a 420,000 backlog because of the pandemic.
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‘Pervasive racism’ blamed for failure to commemorate black and Asian troops

Thousands of black and Asian British Empire troops were not commemorated properly, says a report.
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Google and Apple attacked on app store 'monopoly'

Republican and Democrat senators criticise Apple and Google for alleged anti-competitive behaviour.
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Church shortlists for senior posts 'must include ethnic minorities'

Failing to act would have "devastating effects" on the future of the Church of England, a report says.
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Climate change: Biden summit to push for 'immediate' action

Forty world leaders will be urged to increase their carbon-cutting actions at US virtual summit.
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Dyson lobbying row: Labour calls for probe into PM texts

The party wants a "thorough investigation" into Boris Johnson's conduct, amid a row over lobbying.
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Marcus Rashford's budget cookery serves up fish finger sandwich

The footballer and food poverty campaigner is launching a new affordable meals project.
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Brit Awards to have live audience as part of Covid event trials

The audience will not have to wear masks or be socially distanced, as part of a government trial.
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Met Office and Microsoft to build climate supercomputer

The Met Office will work with Microsoft on a supercomputer which will help model climate change.
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ASMR: Why is it being used more in the music industry?

Why ASMR is becoming more used within the music industry.
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Climate Basics: Your carbon footprint explained

BBC Reality Check's Chris Morris explains how changing three aspects of how you live can make the biggest dent to your carbon footprint.
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What's gone wrong with Australia's vaccine rollout?

The country has been far slower than others including the UK and the US to immunise its population.
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Oscars 2021: Why Two Distant Strangers is 'important and necessary'

The Oscar-nominated film tells of a black man forced to relive his killing by a US police officer.
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Could this lidless paper cup cut coffee waste?

A new crop of coffee companies have solutions to cut waste in their industry.
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Post Office scandal: What the Horizon saga is all about

The background to the case of sub-postmasters whose convictions were based on evidence from faulty IT.
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Big Dog's Backyard Ultra: The toughest, weirdest race you've never heard of

The format might be simple - winning this race is anything but. Big Dog's Backyard Ultra is an unusually punishing challenge.
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Lockdown rules: What are the restrictions in your area?

Use our search tool to find out about coronavirus rules and restrictions where you live.
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George Floyd: Chauvin conviction a giant step forward, says Biden

The US president welcomes the conviction in the George Floyd murder case but says more must be done.
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Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah: Coroner calls for air pollution law change after girl's death

An inquest finds air pollution "made a material contribution" to Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah's death.
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Ohio shooting: Columbus police shoot dead black teenage girl

The shooting in Columbus happened as police were responding to an attempted stabbing call.
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Daily Mail owner sues Google over search results

The owner of the MailOnline site alleges the search engine has hidden links to its coverage on certain topics.
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George Floyd: Family reacts to Derek Chauvin murder conviction

George Floyd's family react to the murder conviction of Derek Chauvin who knelt on Floyd's neck.
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'I let you down' - Liverpool owner apologises to fans for ESL involvement

Liverpool owner John W Henry apologises to Reds supporters for the club's involvement in a proposed European Super League.
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Mother gives birth in dramatic Uber hospital dash

Victoria White's waters broke as she was being driven to hospital to give birth to her second child.
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European Super League timeline: Game changer - football's volatile 48 hours

Just when you thought this season could not get any stranger, along came a plan that appeared to divide the game and then united fans in fighting against it.
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Covid-19: PM told Dyson he would 'fix' tax issue and the passport helping Denmark open up

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Wednesday morning.
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UK inflation rate rises to 0.7% in March

The cost of living was pushed higher by the increasing prices of clothes, fuel and transport.
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Boris Johnson told Sir James Dyson by text he would 'fix' tax issue

The prime minister and businessman sent text messages over plans for ventilators during the pandemic.
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Netflix: Shares plunge as subscribers switch off

Netflix said the pandemic disrupted its production pipeline and has forecast fewer new subscribers.
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TikTok sued for billions over use of children's data

The case is being brought on behalf of millions of children by England's former children's commissioner.
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George Floyd: The murder that drove America to the brink

Activists vow their march for racial justice is only just beginning, but not everyone is on board.
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Queen will mark 95th birthday in low-key fashion

The monarch's birthday on Wednesday comes four days after the funeral of her husband, Prince Philip.
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Is the Australia-NZ travel bubble the way ahead?

Australia and New Zealand have quarantine-free travel, but will other countries follow their lead?
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Middle East states dominate list of top executioners in 2020 - Amnesty

Iran, Egypt, Iraq and Saudi Arabia follow China in Amnesty's list of who executes the most people.
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Climate change: Growing doubts over 'chip fat' biofuel

A new study questions the sustainability of used cooking oil imports into Europe to make biodiesel.
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Navalny's supporters fear Russia's Putin wants him dead

President Putin's leading critic is on hunger strike and ahead of planned street protests they warn he could die.
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Derek Chauvin conviction: 'This is monumental. This is historic'

The conviction of the police officer for the death of George Floyd has been hailed as a watershed.
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Newspaper headlines: Super League 'in tatters' and Chauvin found guilty

Wednesday's front pages continue to chart the fate of football's "crumbling" European Super League.
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India Covid-19 second wave: Shortage of oxygen, beds and even cremation slots

A deadly second wave has overrun hospitals and crematoriums in India.
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Coronapas: The passport helping Denmark open up after Covid

Football fans, museums and restaurants are opening up, but Danes will have to show a corona passport.
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Covid: UK town crier championships to be held in silence

This year's British Town Crier Championships will be judged only on the quality of written entries.
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Climate change: Carbon 'surge' expected in post-Covid energy boom

This year should see the second-biggest-ever rise in CO2 emissions as economies rebound from Covid.
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Super League created to save football, says Real president Perez

The European Super League has been created "to save football", says Real Madrid president Florentino Perez.
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UK jobs market 'remains subdued'

The unemployment rate fell to 4.9% in the three months to February, official figures show.
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Covid-19: Lockdown to ease further in Wales and job market 'remains subdued'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning.
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Brexit: Boris Johnson promises to end GB-NI trade barriers

The prime minister says he will take steps to end “ludicrous barriers” to trade between NI and GB.
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Scottish election 2021: Can independence supporters force another referendum?

In the first of two Scottish election pieces we explore the differences in the pro-independence movement. 
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European Super League: PM to meet football officials over breakaway group

Boris Johnson says the plan is "ludicrous" but Real Madrid's president says it will "save football".
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Covid contracts: PPE fixer who was Tory donor named in admin error

Samir Jassal, who has campaigned with the PM, was a contact in a £100m deal for Covid safety gear.
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All the times the US spent big on infrastructure

Where does President Biden's plan rank among the largest projects in American history?
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Former US Vice-President Walter Mondale dies aged 93

Jimmy Carter's running mate lost heavily to Ronald Reagan in the 1984 presidential election.
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Car insurance sees biggest price drop in six years

The average cost of car insurance has fallen by £87 in 12 months, according to new data.
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James Charles: YouTube temporarily demonetises beauty influencer

The YouTuber admitted to messaging with 16-year-old boys earlier this month.
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George Floyd death: Three Americans assess Derek Chauvin trial

A retired police veteran, a Minnesota resident and a black political hopeful share their thoughts.
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'Russia is heading for a catastrophe'

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg travels 2,000 miles east of Moscow to gauge the mood of ordinary Russians.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Great game robbery' and 'red card from Wills'

Opposition and anger towards the European Super League plans dominate Tuesday morning's front pages.
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Are black women getting enough support for mental health?

Black women are more likely than white women to experience common mental health problems.
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How a bicycle tripled one woman's income

"You realise what a bicycle can do. It's a catalyst for unlocking so much potential."
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Redonda: The Caribbean island transformed into an eco haven

After invasive rats and goats were removed from Redonda, the island's wildlife has been thriving.
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Oscars 2021: 19 geeky facts from Borat to Boseman

Everything you need to know ahead of the 93rd Academy Awards on Sunday.
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Could electric tattoos be the next step in body art?

Researchers are experimenting with thin, flexible circuits that can be transferred to the skin.
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Online dating: 'In 2021 everyone is a kind-of catfish'

The hit US reality show is getting its own UK version - hosted by Julie Adenuga and Oobah Butler.
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The Ugandan mum who was once ashamed of her gay son

A support group in Uganda is helping parents come to terms with their children's sexuality.
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European Super League a 'grotesque concept', says Villa chief executive Purslow

Aston Villa chief executive Christian Purslow says the European Super League would go against everything football stands for.
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Amateur jockey Brooke dies in hospital after fall at Taunton

Amateur jockey Lorna Brooke dies in hospital after a fall during a race at Taunton earlier this month.
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Coronavirus: Boris Johnson cancels India trip amid rising cases

Prime Ministers Boris Johnson and and Narendra Modi "will meet in person later this year".
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Leeds, Saints, Cas and Wigan win as Women's Super League starts

Leeds, Castleford, St Helens and Wigan all win convincingly as the Women's Super League gets under way.
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India coronavirus: Delhi announces lockdown as Covid cases surge

With record daily spikes all of last week, the Indian capital is now the worst-hit city in the country.
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Covid-19: UK investigates India variant and job centre staff 'feel unsafe'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Monday morning.
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Byron Bay: Calls for Netflix boycott over reality show plans

Plans for the reality show featuring "hot Instagrammers" have sparked anger in the coastal community.
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Super League: Why are football's biggest clubs starting new tournament?

Europe's biggest football clubs have suffered during the Covid pandemic and seek financial stability.
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Low-deposit mortgage scheme is launched

First-time buyers will get cheaper deals if they can stretch to a bigger deposit, analysts say.
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Clergy speak out over 'racism in Church of England'

Some staff who complained of racism within the Church have been paid off to "buy their silence".
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Russia expels Czech diplomats over explosion row

The Czech Republic has accused Russia of being involved in a blast at a munitions factory in 2014.
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Big Ask: Children in England asked their hopes for post-Covid future

Millions of children in England will be surveyed in an attempt to tackle "generational problems".
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Priti Patel: Facebook encryption plan ‘must not not hamper child protection’

The Home Secretary will deliver a speech critical of Facebook's privacy plan for its apps.
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Job centre workers 'feel unsafe returning to work'

A union representing job centre staff says three in five feel unsafe interacting with the public.
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Australia opens travel bubble with New Zealand

The world's first major travel bubble set up in the Covid pandemic allows quarantine-free visits.
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2021 elections: Voters urged to register ahead of polls deadline

Up to 9.4 million people have not yet ensured they can cast a ballot in May's elections.
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Libya: Ten years on the front line

Our correspondent on what it's been like to cover the 10 years since Colonel Gaddafi was deposed and killed.
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Teenage blacksmith Ben Perkins forges social media following

Ben Perkins built a blacksmith's forge in his back garden and taught himself the traditional craft.
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The disabled doctors not believed by their colleagues

People often feel nervous when they visit a doctor, but what if you are a doctor but your colleagues don't believe you're ill?
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Abba: Why the UK gave the Swedish band 'nul points' at Eurovision

Björn Ulvaeus on the Swedish band's song contest win on British soil, and the future of streaming.
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Northern Ireland: Did anyone warn about Brexit border checks?

Border checks have caused tension in Northern Ireland but were there warnings in the Brexit campaign?
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Covid-19 vaccines: What's happening to unused jabs?

Surplus vaccine doses are piling up in some countries while others say they are not getting enough.
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Time: A love story coloured by incarceration

Garrett Bradley may become the first black director to win an Oscar for her first feature documentary.
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Helen McCrory was 'meteor in our life' says husband Damian Lewis

The Peaky Blinders star's husband Damian Lewis says she armed her family with "courage to go on".
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Reopening: Prime minister 'must stick to hospitality roadmap'

Leaders of the UK's biggest hospitality firms sign an open letter to Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
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Charles Geschke: Adobe co-founder who helped develop the PDF dies

Charles Geschke set up Adobe in 1982, giving the world the ubiquitous PDF technology.
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Indianapolis gunman bought rifles despite earlier gun confiscation

Brandon Hole legally bought the rifles despite having had a gun confiscated by police months before.
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Lyra McKee's sister Nichola Corner says her 'heart is still broken'

The sister of journalist Lyra McKee has spoken of her grief on the second anniversary of her death.
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YouTube star wins with knockout inside two minutes

YouTube star-turned-boxer Jake Paul wins his fight with ex-UFC fighter Ben Askren with a first-round knockout inside two minutes.
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Why celebrities are being spotted in Somerset

As lockdown eases people are re-emerging into society but why is Somerset such a celebrity hotspot?
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Midsomer Murders: The county that hopes a police show will lure back visitors

"I thought it would be nice to find the places it was filmed - I used to go out most weekends."
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Oxford Street 'pop-up' shop to host online retailers

A former sushi outlet on London's busiest shopping street is to host a series of "pop-up" stores.
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Covid-19: Queen sits alone at funeral, and three million deaths worldwide

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.
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Ronnie O'Sullivan 'harassed' by fan before win

Reigning world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan says he was "harassed" by a "boozed-up" fan while he was relaxing prior to his first-round win.
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China and US pledge climate change commitment

The US and China announced actions to tackle climate change following meetings in Shanghai last week.
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PM 'risks losing red wall' over lobbying 'shame'

Senior Tory Sir Bernard Jenkin warns Boris Johnson about the crisis escalating in Whitehall.
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Salisbury poisoning agents 'linked to Czech blast'

The Czech Republic has expelled 18 Russian diplomats in retaliation following the explosion claim.
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Covid: Gig with no social distancing to be part of government pilot

Ticket-holders for the outdoor concert in Liverpool will have to provide proof a negative test.
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Inside the chemist made entirely out of felt

After wowing art lovers in the US and China, Lucy Sparrow's latest felt fantasy is her first UK show in five years.
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The Zurich students living cheaply in a luxury hotel

Students in one of the world's most expensive cities get stunning views of Zurich in a former business hotel.
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These teenage climate activists are pushing for change in Australia

These teenage climate activists are pushing for change in Australia.
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Would universities call parents in a mental health crisis?

Bereaved parents call for universities to contact students' families to reduce risk of suicides.
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Covid in Brazil: Pandemic meets poverty in growing crisis

The country struggling to contain a Covid-19 surge faces a possible explosion of poverty.
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Nil-by-mouth foodie: The chef who will never eat again

Loretta Harmes hasn't eaten or tasted food for six years, but she hasn't lost her passion for cooking.
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How cancer put me off joining Amazon union

Carla Jonson's story helps explain how Amazon won last week's union vote in Alabama.
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Russia Ukraine conflict: Fact-checking Russian TV's Ukraine claims

Misleading videos were aired on Russian TV claiming to show the arrival of US tanks and planes in Ukraine.
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In Pictures: The Queen and nation bid farewell to Prince Philip

The funeral for the Duke of Edinburgh is being held in the grounds of Windsor Castle.
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Helen McCrory: Stars pay tribute to Peaky Blinders actress

Cillian Murphy, JK Rowling and Sir Sam Mendes lead tributes to "fearless and magnificent" actress.
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Covid map: Coronavirus cases, deaths, vaccinations by country

Key maps and charts explaining how the virus has spread around the world.
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Covid-19 deaths pass three million worldwide

It comes as the World Health Organization warns of deaths and cases increasing at a "worrying rate".
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Man City are 'benchmark' in Europe, says Chelsea boss before FA Cup semi-final

Manchester City are the "benchmark" across Europe but Chelsea "will hunt them" next season, says the London side's manager Thomas Tuchel.
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Wembley would be ideal for Fury fight, says Joshua

Anthony Joshua says Wembley Stadium would be the "ideal" venue for the world heavyweight clash with rival British champion Tyson Fury.
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Embiid 'clearly the MVP this season' - NBA round-up

Joel Embiid scores 36 points and adds 14 rebounds as his Philadelphia 76ers side defeat the Los Angeles Clippers 106-103.
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Covid-19: 'Unethical' vaccine passports and staff plea to returning customers

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday morning.
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Bellator 257: Report, highlights and full replay

Vadim Nemkov meets Phil Davis at Bellator 257 while Corey Anderson ends his career and Britons Paul Daley and Saul Rogers feature - and you can watch the full event again on iPlayer.
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Government 'risks public trust' without probes into ministers

Lord Evans says a number of allegations against ministers "haven't been completely investigated".
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Bellator 257: Watch Britain's Paul Daley in thriller versus Sabah Homasi

Britain's Paul "Semtex" Daley secures his 32nd career knockout after a thrilling back-and-forth battle with American Sabah Homasi at Bellator 257.
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Biden backtracks on keeping Trump cap on refugees

A refugee organisation says the White House's explanation of the order is "completely false".
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Covid-19: Vaccine passports 'unethical', church ministers warn

More than 1,200 ministers have written to the PM warning Covid certificates are a "form of coercion".
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On the front line in eastern Ukraine

The BBC's Jonah Fisher reports from the front line between soldiers and separatists.
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Facebook board delays decision about Trump's possible return

Facebook's Oversight Board announced it will instead announce its decision "in the coming weeks".
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Hijab regulations: Two women's experience

Nadya and Emna live 12,000 km away from each other but both have been told what they can and can’t wear.
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Week in pictures: 10 - 16 April 2021

A selection of powerful images taken around the world this week.
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Nepal fires: 'We saw huge flames coming towards our garden’

This year’s wildfire season in Nepal has been worse than usual with more fires, burning longer.
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Sputnik V: How Russia's Covid vaccine is dividing Europe

The vaccine has not yet been approved by Europe's medicines agency but orders are piling in.
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Cinema and big event organisers targeted by extreme anti-vax activists

Large events are going ahead this weekend as part of trials to reopen the economy, but some are receiving hate for participating.
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Pub and shop staff: 'Please be nice to us this weekend'

Newsbeat hears from staff heading back to work after four months away.
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20 years in Afghanistan: Was it worth it?

The BBC's Frank Gardner asks the awkward question about a war with an astronomical human cost.
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Reopening verdict: 'It was 'buzzing, chaotic and crazy'

Business owners tell how their first week of trading has gone after lockdown rules eased in England and Wales.
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'I'm in a set of squats & I'm bawling my eyes out' - Shiffrin on pain of father's death

Alpine skier Mikaela Shiffrin's beloved father died in 2020, and it's given her a change in perspective before Beijing 2022.
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Prince Philip: Duke of Edinburgh's funeral 'has his fingerprints over it'

The funeral on Saturday will be a "tremendous celebration" of the duke's life, the head of the Army says.
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Indianapolis mass shooting: Eight dead at FedEx facility

Many people are injured as a gunman opens fire at a FedEx facility before taking his own life.
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Covid-19: Scotland eases restrictions and summer holiday season 'can be saved'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning.
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China's economy grows 18.3% in post-Covid comeback

The record figures for the first quarter of the year are skewed due to last year's nationwide lockdown
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I need fans at World Championship to bring out best in me - Trump

World number one Judd Trump says the return of fans will help bring out his best at the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield.
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'I'd come home crying because all these tough players kicked lumps out of me'

As he prepares for Sunday's FA Cup semi-final against Leicester, Southampton winger Nathan Redmond tells BBC Sport about the role his mother has played in his career.
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Hancock and sister own firm given NHS contract

The health secretary is accused of "cronyism" but the government says he acted "entirely properly".
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Adam Toledo: Chicago releases video of police shooting boy

Adam Toledo raises his hands but does not appear to be holding a gun in the moment he was shot.
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Jimmy Lai: The Hong Kong billionaire risking it all by speaking out

Opposition newspaper owner Jimmy Lai was arrested under Hong Kong's new national security law.
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Scotland eases rules on travel and meeting up

The Scottish government says the lockdown changes are designed to help reunite families and close friends.
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Families need cannabis prescriptions support, say MPs and peers

Politicians complain that only three NHS scripts have been issued since the law changed in 2018.
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TUI says summer holiday season can be saved

The boss of Europe's biggest holiday company thinks successful vaccine programmes can prevent another washout.
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Colin the Caterpillar cake row: Judge Rinder gives his verdict

Marks & Spencer has begun legal action against Aldi, arguing the retailer's Cuthbert the Caterpillar cake infringes its Colin the Caterpillar trademark.
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Escaping the anti-vax conspiracy rabbit hole

Catherine was a big believer in anti-vaccine conspiracy theories, but has since stopped believing in them.
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Cages around houses: Life at Belfast's peace wall

There are over 20 miles of peace walls - or peace lines - across Northern Ireland.
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Scottish election: How independence could be key to how people vote

The BBC’s Connor Gillies takes a look at how the upcoming elections in Scotland could affect the likelihood of an indyref2.
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Chile sees Covid surge despite vaccination success

The country's vaccination rollout is one of the fastest in the world, so why are Covid cases surging?
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How sex surrogates are helping injured Israeli soldiers

Therapy with surrogate sexual partners is used in Israel to rehabilitate badly injured soldiers.
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Health anxiety: The fear of illness making people quit jobs and move home

For some people, Covid has fuelled a debilitating mental health condition known as health anxiety.
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How George Floyd's death changed a small Iowa town

Issues of race were rarely discussed in Decorah, until a death 160 miles away changed everything.
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Lateral-flow tests: What are the risks and benefits?

What are the risks and benefits from using wide-scale lateral-flow tests?
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Smaller and better smartphone cameras are on the way

Smaller and more powerful lenses promise to bring even better smartphone cameras.
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Sir David Attenborough's new doc: 'Humans are intruders'

Sir David Attenborough fronts a new documentary on lockdown's effect on the natural world.
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Covid-19: Vaccine passports could create 'two-tier society', equality watchdog warns

Vaccine certificates could help to reopen society but risk discrimination, a UK equality body warns.
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In pictures: 2021 Sony World Photography Awards

Craig Easton wins Sony Photographer of the Year award with photos on community representation in Blackburn.
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Matchbox cars get green makeover in eco drive

The toymaker is launching new toy cars based on electric models and making some from recycled materials.
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St Vincent volcano: UN warns humanitarian crisis will last months

Thousands have fled their homes on the island of St Vincent as a volcano continues to erupt.
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Senegal: The HIV success story that’s failing gay men

Senegal has successfully reduced HIV but infection remains high among gay men.
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Torres Strait 8: Australian Islanders in landmark climate fight

The group claim Australia has breached their human rights by failing to act on climate change.
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'My mother's fertility doctor is my father'

When a DNA test revealed a decades-old family secret, Maia’s life was turned upside down.
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Why are so many babies dying of Covid-19 in Brazil?

As the pandemic rages in Brazil, hundreds of babies and young children are dying of Covid.
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Anorexia: 'Difficult' to get proper support in lockdown

Radio 1 Newsbeat looks at how lockdown has impacted those living with the eating disorder anorexia.
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Duke of Edinburgh's Award: 'Without DofE there would be no baby'

Six decades of Duke of Edinburgh's Award participants share the impact it has had on their lives.
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A watershed moment: What now for Liverpool?

Liverpool City Council has been engulfed in accusations of intimidation and bribery. How did we get here?
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Why Russia may not be planning invasion Ukraine fears

President Biden's proposal for a summit with Russia's leader means the risk of an escalation has faded.
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The Circle's Manrika on trolling: 'You're a woman of colour. It makes a difference.'

Manrika Khaira has been trolled and sent death threats since going on the Channel 4 reality show.
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Election 2021: How do I vote?

About 48 million people will be able to vote in a series of elections on Thursday, 6 May.
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'We realised that by joining together we could make a difference'

The cooperative firms who say their business model made them more resilient to the pandemic.
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Greensill: Cameron says he will 'respond positively' to MPs' lobbying inquiry

As MPs announce another inquiry into the Greensill row, David Cameron suggests he will co-operate.
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Chauvin trial: Floyd's death should be 'undetermined', defence expert says

An expert called by the defence says drugs and heart problems contributed to George Floyd's death.
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Covid: 82% of positive rapid tests 'were correct'

There had been concerns that large numbers would have to self-isolate after a false positive result.
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Afghanistan: 'We have won the war, America has lost', say Taliban

A BBC team meets the Taliban, a group that clearly sees itself as Afghanistan's government-in-waiting.
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Psilocybin: Magic mushroom compound 'promising' for depression

A study of 59 people compared the drug with a conventional antidepressant.
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Instagram fixes ‘mistake’ promoting harmful diet content

Some users said they were offered "appetite suppressants" and "fasting" by the search feature.
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Charity shops tell donators: 'Think before giving'

Charity retailers ask givers to book before just turning up with donations as people flock back.
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Greensill: Labour's call to widen Greensill probe rejected by No 10

Tory MPs will vote against Labour's demand for an inquiry that could question witnesses in public.
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Tesco counts cost of Covid trading as profits drop

The UK's largest supermarket saw full-year sales soar but the pandemic hit its bottom line.
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Chinese man kidnapped and killed in elaborate body swap scheme

The victim was used as a replacement for another corpse, whose family wanted to avoid a burial ban.
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Covid-19: 'Mix and match' vaccines trial expanded and black youth 'hit hardest' by unemployment

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Wednesday morning.
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James Dyson says Brexit has given him 'freedom'

Sir James Dyson defends moving his firm's headquarters to Singapore and says Dyson is a British firm.
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Ludwig Ahgren breaks Twitch subscription record after 31-day stint

Ludwig Ahgren has more than 282,000 paying subscribers after a month-long Twitch ‘subathon‘.
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Afghans face pivotal moment as US prepares to 'close the book'

Could the US decision to pull its troops from Afghanistan by 11 September lead to civil war?
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County lines gang 'recruited teen in 80 minutes via Snapchat'

A boy tells how he replied to an advert on Snapchat and was groomed to sell drugs at the age of 14.
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Neighbours: Actress Sharon Johal also alleges racism on soap

Sharon Johal says she faced taunts and mockery of her Indian background from other castmates.
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'Mix and match' UK Covid vaccine trial expanded

Using different shots for the first and second doses might give better protection, say experts.
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UK woodlands 'at crisis point' amid wildlife decline

A review of the state of Britain's native woods and trees finds only 7% are in good condition.
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Mary Agyapong: Pregnant nurse’s family yet to get GoFundMe money

More than £186,000 was raised on a GoFundMe page set up after Mary Agyapong died with Covid-19.
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Newquay is hottest sellers' market, says Rightmove

Online property portal names Cornish surfing town as place where properties sell fastest.
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Seven things you might not know about Brick Lane

From corpses on horseback to a market selling lions - the varied history of London's Brick Lane.
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US seeks China climate agreements ahead of Biden summit

US envoy John Kerry will hold talks in Shanghai ahead of a climate summit hosted by President Biden.
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Black youth unemployment 'hits 35% in pandemic'

Young black people three times more likely to be out of work than white peers, new research shows.
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'No say over my body': Alleged US ICE detainee medical abuse

Dozens of women allege they faced invasive gynaecological procedures while being held at a US immigration detention centre.
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Lockdown learning 'made me feel a lot more confident'

Teenagers are due back in school next week but despite the challenges, some benefited from lockdown learning.
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Meet the songwriters who told pop stars: 'Don't steal from us'

A group of writers are exposing the dirty business of making pop hits, and campaigning for change.
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Why $30m didn't protect Nigerian pupils after Chibok

The 2014 student abductions led to a plan backed by the UK but little has come of it seven years on.
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Covid: 'Israel may be reaching herd immunity'

A leading doctor describes it as the "only explanation" for cases falling as restrictions are eased.
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CEO Secrets: 'Taking risks is how we found our edge'

Public relations firm boss George James thought clients would be put off by his youth but turned his weakness into a strength.
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Why 'stay-at-home parent' is a job title

LinkedIn now gives parents a way to reflect a career gap. Can it help the return-to-work challenge?
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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West agree joint custody after divorce

US reality star Kim Kardashian married rapper Kanye West in 2014 but filed for divorce in February.
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West Sussex learning disability support services 'are a lifeline'

Three learning disability support centre users describe the impact of closures during the pandemic.
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Covid: Over-45s invited to book vaccine

People over 45 can now book a Covid jab via the NHS website, as the vaccination programme enters a new phase.
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Afro wigs: Norfolk hair donor proud of 'historic breakthrough'

Carly Gorton, 11, had challenged a charity which said it could not make wigs using her hair.
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Covid-19: Vaccination milestone and variant cluster in south London

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning.
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UK economy grew slightly in February

The economy "showed some improvement" as it grew 0.4% in February, according to official figures.
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BBC 'receives 100,000 complaints' over Prince Philip coverage

Thousands of viewers contacted the BBC to say they felt the amount of coverage was excessive.
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Covid-19: England gets third jab as Moderna rollout begins

It offers an alternative to the AstraZeneca jab for under-30s, after very rare blood clot concerns.
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Covid lockdown eases: England 'buzzing' after first night out in 97 days

As outdoor hospitality reopens, revellers find the atmosphere "celebratory" despite a nip in the air.
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Taiwan: 'Record number' of China jets enter airspace

Beijing sends 25 military aircraft into Taiwan as the US warns against an 'increasingly aggressive' China.
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Gruppe S: German far-right group on trial for 'terror plot'

The 12 men are accused of planning attacks on migrants, Muslims and politicians in Germany.
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Uefa Euro 2020: Trafalgar Square earmarked for 12,500-capacity fan park

Up to nine matches could be shown on giant TV screens in central London if licensing is approved.
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Fukushima: Japan approves releasing wastewater into ocean

Most experts say it's a normal and safe practice but environmentalists and locals are not happy.
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World's wealthiest 'at heart of climate problem'

The so-called “polluter elite” must change their lifestyles to tackle climate change, a report says.
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Cressida Cowell: Children's Laureate leads call for £100m primary school library fund

Cowell and other leading writers want yearly funding to aid primary school libraries post-pandemic.
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Lockdown lifting in Liverpool: 'Light at the end of the tunnel'

Excitement, relief and cocktails flowed as bars and non-essential shops reopened in Liverpool.
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Covid: 'The world through my eyes is different'

Usha Mistry has very limited sight and is worried about having to move around London as lockdown eases.
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Saving the kelp forest that stars in My Octopus Teacher

The makers of the Bafta-winning documentary want to preserve the underwater ecosystem it features.
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The anti-vax movement targeting German children

An anti-lockdown, anti-vaccine movement with ties to the far right has recruited hundreds of children.
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Quick guide to Russia-Ukraine military tensions

What you need to know about Russia's troop build-up around eastern Ukraine.
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'I put those goggles on and just fell in love'

Drones capable of 90mph are being raced in a league which supporters say is close to the big time.
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What is Ramadan and when is it?

Ramadan is one of the most important events in the Islamic calendar, but it's been affected by lockdown.
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The exchange project uniting young Americans during the pandemic

Teenagers from across the US are coming together to discuss their vastly differing backgrounds.
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Coronavirus: England's shops, gyms and hairdressers reopen

Hairdressers and zoos also reopened in England, with pubs and restaurants welcoming customers outside.
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NHS Covid-19 app update blocked for breaking Apple and Google's rules

Apple and Google's rules state that no location data from app users can be shared.
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Joseph Siravo: The Sopranos and Jersey Boys star dies aged 64

Tributes have been paid to the actor, who played mobster Tony Soprano's father Johnny.
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Dante Mullings: Four jailed over rival gang murder plot

Four men are handed life terms after the gang killing, arranged in revenge for a serious stabbing.
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Neighbours star Nicola Charles claims cast members tried to get her deported

British actress Nicola Charles alleges that two co-stars contacted Australia's immigration service.
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Pubs reopen in England: Gong marks the occasion

The Greyhound Inn in Buxton is one of many pubs in England open for outside seating from today.
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Iran vows revenge for 'Israeli' attack on Natanz nuclear site

Iran's foreign ministry blames Israel for Sunday's incident at the Natanz uranium enrichment plant.
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Greensill: Former PMs 'must never lobby government', says Gordon Brown

The ex-Labour leader says a new law may be needed after the row over David Cameron and Greensill Capital.
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Deaf Norfolk sheepdog Peggy learns 'sign language'

She was given up when she could not work, but her latest owners have taught the old dog new tricks.
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Covid-19: 'Behave responsibly' as lockdown eases and China 'vaccine efficacy low'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Monday morning.
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Daunte Wright shooting: Protests near Minneapolis after police killing

A curfew is imposed and tear gas fired amid protests over the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright.
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Haridwar: Crowds surging at India's Kumbh Mela amid deadly Covid wave

Tens of thousands are participating in Kumbh Mela even as India records its highest-ever Covid spike.
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Prince Philip: The Vanuatu tribes mourning the death of their 'god'

As Britain grieves his death, so do some Pacific tribespeople who revere him as a spiritual figure.
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Covid-19: G7 nations 'should finance global vaccine scheme' - Brown

Former PM Gordon Brown says £22bn is needed so vaccines can be administered in lower income countries.
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Guillermo Lasso: Conservative ex-banker elected Ecuador president

Guillermo Lasso, 65, has vowed to attract foreign investment and break away from leftist policies.
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St Vincent volcano: Eruptions likely in coming days, experts warn

The Caribbean island of St Vincent has been blanketed in ash after the La Soufrière volcano erupted.
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Cyclone Seroja: Fast-moving cyclone lashes Western Australia

Tropical cyclone Seroja left a trail of destruction, with wind speeds of up to 170km/h (105mph).
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Chinese official says local vaccines 'don't have high protection rates'

However he later appeared to backtrack, saying his comments were a "complete misunderstanding".
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Alibaba accepts record China fine and vows to change

China's regulators slapped a $2.8bn fine on the e-commerce giant over monopoly concerns
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Prince Philip: Politicians around UK to pay tribute to duke

The Duke of Edinburgh's death will be marked in Westminster, Holyrood, Cardiff and Stormont.
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Markus Söder joins German chancellor race

Bavaria's premier finally says he may be the conservatives' candidate to replace Angela Merkel.
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Yuri Gagarin: Sixty years since the first man went into space

The BBC speaks to the woman who, as a child, witnessed Yuri Gagarin's return to Earth 60 years ago.
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Being mixed race like Kamala Harris: 'I feel just as Indian as I feel black'

Three women who share Kamala Harris' mixed parentage open up about balancing the two sides of their lives.
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Burnley 1-2 Newcastle United: Saint-Maximin inspires Magpies turnaround at Turf Moor

Allan Saint-Maximin inspires Newcastle to a vital win at Burnley that lifts them six points clear of the relegation zone.
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NI riots: Adult influence in disorder 'amounts to child abuse'

Young people rioting in Northern Ireland are being "exploited", says the children's commissioner.
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Nikki Grahame's friends 'heartbroken' at Big Brother star's death

Ex-Emmerdale actress Gemma Oaten posted an emotional video saying: "I wish I could have done more".
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Covid-19: India vaccination crosses 100 million doses

But despite the huge inoculation drive, India has just registered another record increase in cases.
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Prince Philip: Funeral an 'ideal opportunity' to end royal rifts, says Major

Shared grief over Prince Philip's death is an "ideal opportunity" to mend rifts within the Royal Family, Sir John Major says.
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St Vincent volcano: Power cuts after another 'explosive event'

Monitors report another "explosive event" at a volcano on the now ash-covered Caribbean island of St Vincent.
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Covid-19: Shoppers urged to respect staff, and PM won't attend Philip's funeral

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.
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Hillsborough group disbands as families look to 'move on'

Victims' families will mark the 32nd anniversary of the stadium disaster privately on Thursday.
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Covid: Shoppers 'must respect staff' when retail reopens

People are urged to be considerate when non-essential retail rules ease in England and Wales on Monday.
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Sir Richard Sutton: Man charged with murder

Thomas Schreiber is charged with murder, attempted murder and dangerous driving.
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St Vincent volcano: Ash rains down on Caribbean island

Thousands of people in Saint Vincent have been evacuated after the La Soufrière volcano erupted.
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Prince Philip: PM will not attend the duke's funeral, No 10 says

Boris Johnson wants to allow "as many family members as possible" to attend amid 30-guest Covid limit.
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Gyms re-opening: 'Everyone's raring to go - but take it slow'

Gyms open in England this week, but people should "take it slow" to get their fitness levels back.
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Lockdown eases: How we fit bras at a social distance

Bravissimo's Leanne Cahill explains how her shops will work when they reopen after lockdown.
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Prince Philip: The Royal Navy years

Prince Philip's Royal Navy years were a defining experience, and led to him meeting Princess Elizabeth.
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Saving green turtles... by cooling their eggs

Warmer sand temperatures from climate change are leading to way more females being hatched than males.
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Your pictures on the theme of 'my favourite food'

A selection of striking images from our readers on this week's theme.
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Moscow's palatial Yeliseyevsky food hall closes after 120 years

The iconic supermarket on Tverskaya Street in central Moscow first opened its doors 120 years ago.
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Covid-19: Debunking the latest wave of medical misinformation

A round-up of the latest false and misleading posts about Covid-19 going viral on social media
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Rachael Blackmore: Historic Grand National triumph for modest trailblazer

The rise of jockey Rachael Blackmore - the modest trailblazer who made Grand National history
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‘I can’t wait to go shopping again, it's been ages’

Some are eager to hit the High Street when non-essential shops reopen on Monday - but others remain wary.
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Ghana's farmers eye sweet success from chocolate

Ghana is the world's second largest cocoa producer but sees little of the profits from chocolate - for now.
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Rescheduled Dubai Expo hopes to attract 25 million visits

Rescheduled Dubai Expo hopes to attract 25 million visits
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Covid: Over 100 Paris restaurant diners fined for violating rules

More than 100 diners at a Paris restaurant are fined and the manager arrested for violating Covid restrictions.
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Prince Philip: Montage of images from the life of the Duke of Edinburgh

A montage of images from the life of the Duke of Edinburgh, who has died at the age of 99.
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Prince Philip: World leaders and royals send heartfelt sympathy

The Pope adds his condolences as tributes to the Duke of Edinburgh pour in from across the world.
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Grand National 2021: Pinstickers' guide to Aintree runners & riders

Runners, riders, trainers and form - all the key details you need to know for Saturday's big race at Aintree.
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Devon and Cornwall police officers sacked after speeding

The policemen were on road safety duty when they drove at 89mph in a seized vehicle.
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Alibaba: Chinese regulator slaps huge fine on tech giant

The e-commerce company Alibaba Group is fined $2.75bn for violating anti-monopoly rules.
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When the Queen was snapped 'giggling' at Prince Philip

A royal occasion descended into bewilderment and chuckles after a swarm of bees descended.
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Former Norwich North MP Ian Gibson dies aged 82

Dr Gibson served as the MP for Norwich North from 1997 to 2009 when he was forced to resign.
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In pictures: Tributes continue for the duke

Tributes are being paid to the Duke of Edinburgh, after his death at the age of 99 at Windsor Castle
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Prince Philip: How the Royal Navy shaped the Duke of Edinburgh

From his rescue as a toddler to thwarting wartime sea raids, the duke - and his outlook on life - was shaped by the navy.
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Belfast riots: Police injured during another night of NI violence

Police appeal for calm after more attacks on officers, this time in north Belfast.
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Covid-19: Palace urges crowds not to gather, and infections fall

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday morning.
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Coronavirus: WHO chief criticises 'shocking' global vaccine divide

Supply deals between wealthy nations risk worsening vaccine inequality, the health body says.
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La Soufrière: Thousands flee Caribbean volcano

La Soufrière on St Vincent island spews ash 6km into the air as thousands are evacuated.
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Prince Philip: Gun salutes planned across UK in tribute to the Duke of Edinburgh

The Duke of Edinburgh, Queen Elizabeth II's husband of 73 years, died on Friday at the age of 99.
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Prince Philip: Every living US president pays respects

The Duke of Edinburgh saw 18 presidents elected in his lifetime and met many of them with the Queen.
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Prince Philip: Family visits Buckingham Palace at 1am to lay flowers

Alex and his two children came to lay flowers at 01:00 BST in memory of the Duke of Edinburgh.
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Race report: Boris Johnson urged to withdraw 'whitewashing' inquiry

An open letter signed by 20,000 says a report into racial inequality "provoked national indignation".
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Prince Philip: What are the plans for his funeral?

What happens next in the days leading up to the ceremonial funeral of the Duke of Edinburgh?
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LS Lowry Beach Scene bought for £162,500 for Berwick-upon-Tweed

The "matchstick figures" artist, better known for his industrial scenes, used to holiday in Berwick.
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Covid-19: Ireland adds 16 countries to hotel quarantine list

Travellers from the US, Canada and France are among those who will be required to stay in hotels.
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The Queen and Prince Philip: An enduring royal romance

During their 73-year marriage, he was the Queen's public support and the person who knew her best.
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Sofagate: Turkey and the story of three presidents and only two chairs

When European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was left standing because of a lack of chairs in Turkey this week, she reacted with an audible "erm".
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'Lost golden city' found in Egypt reveals lives of ancient pharaohs

The city near Luxor has been hailed as one of the most important finds since Tutankhamun's tomb.
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