'Vax' declared Oxford English Dictionary's word of the year

The Oxford English Dictionary said the word had made "the most striking impact".
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New Zealand bat flies away with bird of the year award

The win, seen by some as a much-needed PR victory for bats, has ruffled feathers among bird-lovers.
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Brexit: UK-EU row over Northern Ireland escalates

Brussels is "increasingly concerned" the UK is embarking on "a path of confrontation" following Brexit.
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Libya: Thousands of migrants and refugees camp on UN's doorstep

Thousands of people are on the streets after fleeing overcrowded detention centres in Libya's capital.
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Covid: Emotional reunions as Australia's border reopens

International travellers hug loved ones at Sydney Airport for the first time in 20 months.
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Toughen up rules on ministers' conduct, says standards watchdog

The Committee on Standards in Public Life says transparency on politicians' behaviour is poor.
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Bam Bus: Three women, one cheating ex and an adventure

Bekah, Abi and Morgan became friends after discovering they were all dating the same man.
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Mount Augustus: Preserving Australia's lesser-known sacred rock

Aboriginal rangers step up efforts to preserve Mount Augustus - a landmark twice the size of Uluru.
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Climate change: The Indian village that could disappear under water

A village in the eastern coast of India faces the risk of going under water amid rising sea levels.
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'Nobody can look away from climate change' Is skiing on the way out?

Olympic skiing silver medallist Gus Kenworthy tells BBC Sport "nobody can look away from climate change" and that governments should be "held accountable".
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How millions don't know they're related to royalty

Being a descendant of medieval monarchs is much more common than might be expected, say genealogists.
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How Japan's new PM is promising a 'new capitalism'

Will leader Fumio Kishida's plans to share the wealth materialise?
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Can we stomach the latest emerging food innovations?

Our growing appetite for novel food tech - from lab grown meat to nano-packaging.
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How film-school reject Khadar Ahmed is winning prizes and hearts

Finnish-Somali prize-winning director Khadar Ahmed credits Africa for his great storytelling.
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Real life Succession battle plagues Canada's largest telecoms firm

A bitter power struggle at Rogers Communications has gone from 'Succession' to 'Game of Thrones'.
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Aukus: French president says Australian PM lied over submarine deal

Asked if Australia's leader was untruthful, France's president responds: "I don't think, I know."
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The Papers: 'Heat is on' as PM warns COP26 can't 'be a cop-out'

Monday's front pages are dominated by the climate summit, which starts in Glasgow.
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Covid-19: Nightclubs reopen in Northern Ireland as restrictions ease

Bars and clubs are expected to be busy on Halloween night with social distancing laws also scrapped.
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One dead in Czech cable car crash

The incident at a popular tourist site happened when one cabin came loose from its cable and fell.
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Tiny forest: Caerphilly community group plants 600 trees

The trees will be planted in a town park as part of efforts to reduce air pollution and flood risk.
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Halloween marked in Northern Ireland as Derry festival returns

Big crowds sampled the atmosphere in Londonderry as the city's annual Halloween festival returned.
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Greta Thunberg: Sometimes you need to anger people, says activist

Greta Thunberg says protesters must ensure no-one is hurt but defends tactics of blocking roads.
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ICYMI: A baby rhino and million dollar trainers

A roundup of stories you might have missed this week, including a hoverbike and million dollar trainers.
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Haverfordwest: Three die on paddleboarding river trip

Two women and a man died at the scene, while a fourth person is in a critical condition in hospital.
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UK and France seek solution to Brexit fishing row

Boris Johnson and Emmanuel Macron discuss the ongoing tensions in Rome and agree to work together.
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'Father of tiramisu' Ado Campeol dies aged 93

Campeol owned a restaurant in Italy where the dessert was invented by his wife and a pastry chef.
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G20 in final push to reach deal on climate at Rome summit

The leaders of the world's richest economies are looking for an agreement ahead of COP26.
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Covid-19: Jab rollout for over-12s and NI nightclubs reopen

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.
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Sudan coup: Three killed in protests against military takeover

Activists say security forces fired live rounds and tear gas at crowds, injuring around 100 people.
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Covid-19: Nightclubs reopen in Northern Ireland as restrictions ease

Bars and clubs are expected to be busy on Halloween night with social distancing laws also scrapped.
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COP26: 'Moment of truth' as world meets for climate summit

COP26 begins in Glasgow, amid dire warnings for the future if urgent climate action is not taken.
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Afghanistan: Gunmen attack wedding to stop music being played

The attack by men who identified themselves as Taliban has left at least two dead, officials say.
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JCB signs green hydrogen deal worth billions

JCB will take 10% of the green hydrogen made by Australian mining company Fortescue Future Industries.
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Alec Baldwin makes first public comments on 'one in a trillion' shooting

In his first public comments, the actor says the cinematographer he accidentally shot was his friend.
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Covid-19 vaccine: Jabs offered to 12-15-year-olds at 800 schools

Health Secretary Sajid Javid says the vaccines "will help keep children in the classroom".
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Israeli woman jailed three times for refusing to join the army

Most Jewish Israelis do military service. But a small number, like Shahar, take an ideological stance.
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Tiny pumpkins a smash hit for Bristol glassmaker

Glassmaker Alice Evans says her tiny sculptures have been a hit, but they require a lot of focus.
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A lifetime with the Yanomami people of the Amazon

The photographer who spent 50 years fighting to protect indigenous people.
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The women reviving a vanishing legacy of Sufi music in Kashmir

This six-piece band has overcome a lot of opposition to be able to play Islamic devotional music.
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‘As a child I saw the plane crash that killed my sisters'

Harriet was waving her sisters off when the plane left the runway and burned. Now she's finding others linked to the tragedy.
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How the Taliban takeover changed my life

From office workers to students, Afghans share how their lives have changed since August.
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The white student braving racial politics in South Africa

Jess Griesel faces a backlash for joining a party that backs the interests of poor black South Africans.
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The Papers: 'Rein in Macron', and 'gladiatorial' moment for Boris

The fishing row and COP26 feature prominently on several of Sunday's front pages.
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Covid-19 origins may never be known, US intelligence agencies say

But US agencies say the virus, first identified in China, was not developed as a biological weapon.
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Prince Andrew asks US court to dismiss case

The royal's lawyers argue Virginia Giuffre failed to sufficiently state her claims and is seeking a "payday".
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Wales v New Zealand: Covid passes for all at Principality Stadium

Wales play before a full crowd at the Principality Stadium for the first time since February 2020.
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Scotland first in world to use new diabetes test

The blood test for people with Type 1 diabetes may allow some patients to stop taking insulin altogether.
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Covid: Work train journeys less than half pre-pandemic

Commuters have increased since August, but are at significantly lower levels than two years ago.
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Fetty Wap: US rapper charged with drug trafficking

The artist was arrested at a stadium in New York City before his concert.
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Wales weather: Landslide wrecks Nefyn road after heavy rain

Earlier this year, a section of cliff and some homes' gardens were lost to a beach below.
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Canada challenges compensation order for indigenous children

The Trudeau government has been told to issue payouts because it underfunded First Nations services.
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Edinburgh warned to prepare for COP26 disruption

Of the 25,000 delegates invited to attend the UN climate conference, about a fifth will stay in the capital.
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Facebook's metamorphosis - will it work?

Will Mark Zuckerberg's bet on a new name and the metaverse succeed?
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La Palma: Living with lava

Residents on the Spanish island share how Cumbre Vieja's eruption has changed their lives.
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'Why I reunite dead cats with their owners'

Natalie Bennett helps people say goodbye to their pets after her own cat was dumped in landfill.
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The viral basketball star changing views on Muslim women in sport

Viral basketball sensation Jamad Fiin's videos have racked up millions of views online.
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Week in pictures: 23 - 29 October 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.
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'I'm proud to be a real-life witch'

Tonks Brown describes herself as a hedge witch and says Halloween is the biggest event in her calendar.
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The 17-year-old making films fun for deaf children

Mariella, 17, made an app during lockdown that's helping some kids enjoy films for the first time.
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Lifelong fight of the first black American world champion

Marshall 'Major' Taylor was the first black American to become a world champion, in 1899. This is his largely forgotten story.
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Wikipedia in Chinese editing war of words

A ban on some pro-Beijing "editors" may lead to bias in the online encyclopaedia, some people fear.
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T20 World Cup: The toxic trolling of India's cricket stars

As online abuse becomes the main form of venting, many worry about the toxicity cricketers face on social media.
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How lifting Kenya's curfew may push revellers to get jabbed

Kenyans are loving their freedom as Covid restrictions ease, but vaccination rates are alarmingly low.
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The Papers: 'Last chance' to save Earth, and UK 'must be punished'

The imminent COP26 climate talks in Glasgow feature prominently on Saturday's front pages.
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Biden lands in Europe with domestic spending plans in limbo

The president's fellow Democrats abandon plans for a vote, leaving his whole platform up in the air.
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Ed Sheeran's = is a perfectly balanced pop album

The star's fourth album is largely a love-letter to his new wife and their baby daughter, Lyra.
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Covid: Call for rich nations to airlift millions of surplus vaccines

It would be unethical to waste doses while thousands are dying with Covid daily, former world leaders say.
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Andrew Cuomo: Ex-NY governor accused of groping in court filing

The criminal complaint alleges the ex-NY governor forcibly touched a woman at the governor's mansion.
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Inside the controversial US gunshot-detection firm

BBC News has been given access to ShotSpotter, the controversial US technology company that detects gunshots.
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E-cigarettes could be available on NHS to tackle smoking rates

Manufacturers are being invited to submit products for approval to go onto a prescription list.
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Two US neo-Nazis from 'the Base' jailed for terrorist plot

The sentence comes as part of a federal government crackdown on violent white nationalists.
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Amazon to pay billions to prevent Christmas shortages

The online retail giant said it would take steps to "minimise the impact" of supply chain issues.
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Girls Night In: 'We formed a human chain to stop drink spikings'

Dozens of women took part in the demonstration in Gedling, Nottinghamshire.
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TikTok HGV driver: 'Lorry driving is for anyone'

A 22-year-old HGV driver has turned to TikTok to show people it can be a "career for anyone".
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Shogun: 'I told the prison guards I wasn't coming back'

The Scottish rapper told the BBC how his approach to his career evolved after his track Vulcan went viral.
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Flowers, fruit and bakes compete for best in show

Photographer Jim Grover explores the world of horticultural shows.
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'I was told I'd be delivered from homosexuality'

A survivor explains how he came to deliver conversion therapy, as a consultation into banning it starts.
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Colin Kaepernick: Netflix drama follows the birth of a protest figurehead

The series tries to show how a sport-mad teenager became a civil rights figurehead.
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Why the vending machine is making a comeback

From milkshakes to pizzas, new vending machines are selling an expanding range of products.
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The British twins who set up a black-founded $1bn 'unicorn'

Oliver and Alexander Kent-Braham built tech firm Marshmallow during their 20s - it's now worth $1bn.
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Biden announces revamped $1.75 trillion social spending plan

The president said that his party was "on board" though the scaled-back plan's fate is uncertain.
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Chronic fatigue guidelines scrap exercise therapy advice

After delays, the advice is now out and makes it clear that exercise is not a panacea for the condition.
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Japan election: Why the ruling party keeps winning

As Sunday's polls approach, we look at why it is so difficult to defeat the ruling party.
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Covid in Wales: Restrictions could return if Welsh case rates do not fall

Cinemagoers will need Covid passes next month, but Mark Drakeford says he may have to go further.
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The Papers: Scallops row and e-cigarettes on prescription

The front pages focus on post-Brexit fishing rights and plans to prescribe vaping to help smokers quit.
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Black History Month: How Windrush and Bruce Lee played a part in Lutalo Muhammad’s Olympic medals

Two-time Olympic medallist Lutalo Muhammad takes us back to his grandparents' arrival in the UK from Jamaica, to explain how their sacrifice and his dad's influences led to him becoming one of the world's best taekwondo athletes.
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BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2021 shortlist revealed - vote for your favourite

The shortlist for the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2021 is revealed - and you can vote for your favourite.
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China limits construction of 'super high-rise buildings'

The decision is being seen as part of a larger bid to crackdown on vanity projects.
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Budget 2021: There has been a shift in Tory philosophy - minister

The Chief Secretary to the Treasury says he makes "no apologies" for spending on public services.
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Abuse survivor fights for justice after 70 years

A victim of sexual abuse in a children's home in the 1950s wants an inquiry and an apology.
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Top US general says Chinese launch 'very concerning'

Gen Milley's comments were the first US acknowledgment of claims China tested a hypersonic missile.
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The plumber giving 'white van man' an eco-makeover

Plumber Martin Broer explains why he swapped his van for an electric cargo bike.
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T20 World Cup: England thrash Bangladesh for second win in Super 12s

England claim a second win in two games at the T20 World Cup thanks to an eight-wicket hammering of Bangladesh.
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Ruth Negga on her latest role – as a black woman passing as white

Based on the 1929 book by Nella Larsen, the film tells the story of childhood friends who meet in later life.
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Covid passes set to stay as Europe heads for winter

There have been protests but much of Europe has accepted the QR codes as a means of extending freedoms.
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How the pandemic made us more adventurous drinkers

Sales of more unusual drinks have soared since the start of the pandemic.
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'You have to prove your faith when you're dating as a black Muslim'

Radio 1 Newsbeat speaks to black Muslims about their experiences in the dating world and society.
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Climate change: Can India meet its targets?

As a major global climate summit approaches, is the Indian government on track to meet its own commitments?
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Breakfast radio shows lost listeners during pandemic

Many DJs lose audiences as the ratings body unveils the first figures under a new measurement system.
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Agnes Wanjiru murder: Army chief appalled by Kenyan murder allegations

Agnes Wanjiru was allegedly murdered by a British soldier nearly 10 years ago.
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Climate change: Polls shows rising demand for government action

Ahead of COP26, a BBC World Service poll finds growing support for strong political leadership.
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Charles and Camilla launch centenary poppy appeal

They meet 10 volunteer collectors for the Royal British Legion at a Clarence House event.
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Joy Division: Photographer Kevin Cummins on capturing the post-punk icons

Photographer Kevin Cummins on turning his Joy Division photos into a time capsule of the city.
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Ronald Koeman: Barcelona sack head coach after Rayo Vallecano loss

Ronald Koeman is sacked as head coach of Barcelona after 14 months in charge at the Nou Camp following a defeat by Rayo Vallecano.
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The Papers: Sunak's spending spree and 'the Bankers' Budget'

Reaction to Rishi Sunak's Budget leads all but one of Thursday's front pages.
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Archaeological digs in new locations at Culloden Battlefield

National Trust for Scotland hopes the excavations will provide new insights into the battle of 1746.
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Bobbie Goulding in group of ex-rugby league internationals to sue over brain damage

A group of 10 former rugby league players - including ex-Great Britain scrum-half Bobbie Goulding - are claiming the sport has left them with brain damage.
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Water to ice, balls to pucks & bikes to skates - Beijing prepares for a Games first

With 100 days before Beijing 2022, BBC Sport looks at the venues and athletes switching from summer to winter Games.
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'I feel like this is my time' - Ormerod confident for Beijing Winter Olympics after 2018 agony

After breaking her heel on the eve of the Pyeongchang 2018 Winter Olympics, Katie Ormerod feels Beijing 2022 is "her time".
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Huma Abedin: Clinton aide details sex assault by US senator

In a new book, Huma Abedin says she was assaulted after a senator invited her into his home.
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Moldova: Russia threatens gas supply in Europe's poorest state

Moldova has made history by buying gas from somewhere other than Russia. How will the Kremlin react?
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Covid: Australia to end ban on citizens leaving country

For the first time in 19 months, Australians will not need an exemption to travel overseas.
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COP26: Deadline day to avert crippling rail strike

ScotRail and the Scottish government have given the RMT until 17:00 on Wednesday to accept their offer.
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Covid: Charlize Theron wants fairer distribution of vaccines

The actress tells the BBC that nations must start sharing jabs to help reach the WHO's vaccination goals.
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Brazil senators back criminal charges against Bolsonaro over Covid handling

A Brazilian senate inquiry recommends the president face charges for his handling of the pandemic.
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Mort Sahl: Legendary comedian and satirist dies at age 94

His political satire spared no side and revolutionised how stand-up comedy is now performed.
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Life at 50C: Surviving in Kuwait's 'unbearable' heat

The Middle East is warming faster than much of the world, leaving Kuwaitis struggling with everyday life.
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Julian Assange: WikiLeaks founder's extradition appeal explained

The US begins its appeal in order to extradite the WikiLeaks founder. We explain how we got here.
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Ros Atkins on... India's climate challenge

A look at how India is trying to balance banishing poverty with meeting its climate commitments.
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Girls Night In: 'Spiking is part of going out - so we're staying in'

Campaigners say the situation has reached "boiling point" and venues need to do more to keep them safe.
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Who is the redhead living in the Tower of London?

It's true a Beefeater's daughter lives within the ancient walls - but this redhead is no blue-blood.
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Charlottesville: Why are the ‘Unite the Right’ organisers on trial?

Nine people injured at the 2017 far-right 'Unite the Right' rally in Virginia are suing organisers.
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Malkhan Singh: The surrender of India's bandit king

Forty years ago, a photographer spent a week following India's dreaded "bandit king" Malkhan Singh.
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Alex Clare: The singer who chose his faith over Adele tour

Alex Clare on record label ultimatums and a hopeful return to a kinder music industry.
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Wage rises will put 30p on a pint, says pub chain

Clive Watson, boss of City Pub Group, says the rise will be needed to pay for a higher minimum wage.
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McDonald's workers in US strike again over sexual harassment

Workers at restaurants in 12 cities walk out amid claims the chain is failing to stop harassment.
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Lincolnshire boy has £2m of cryptocurrency seized by police

The teenager set up a fake gift voucher website and bought a haul of Bitcoins which soared in value.
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Drink spiking: ‘We don’t feel safe going out any more’

Three women explain how drink spiking has impacted them ahead of a nationwide venue boycott.
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Premier Inn owner Whitbread warns of staff shortages as demand recovers

Whitbread is paying millions in wage rises and bonuses to try to combat persistent shortages.
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Alec Baldwin film tragedy: What are the rules for guns on movie sets?

The regulations are under scrutiny after the death of a film-maker on the set of an Alec Baldwin film.
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Covid-19: Public sector pay freeze to be lifted and new US travel rules

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning.
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Oil tanker runs aground off Isle of Wight

The tanker was en route to Egypt when it became wedged on a shingles bank off The Needles.
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Afro hair comb inventor hopes to inspire young black women

Youmna Mouhamad hopes more young black women "feel heard and accepted" and get into engineering.
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Manchester Arena bomber Salman Abedi's parents living in Libya

Ramadan Abedi and his wife Samia Tabbal are under surveillance by Libyan authorities, the BBC confirms.
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Afghans press UK over resettlement scheme

Afghans are pressing the UK government to announce when its new resettlement scheme will open.
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Blue Origin: Jeff Bezos unveils plans for 'space business park'

His space company Blue Origin hopes its venture will replace the International Space Station.
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Japan's Princess Mako finally marries commoner boyfriend Kei Komuro

She will lose her royal status and has declined a $1.3m payment for leaving the family.
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Climate change: Australia pledges to reach net zero emissions by 2050

The 2050 target controversially omits new short-term goals and cuts to fossil fuel industries.
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Chappelle slams cancel culture amid Netflix transgender furore

"I am not bending to anybody's demands," says the US comic of the transgender backlash he faces.
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Facebook earns $9bn despite whistleblower scandal

The firm posts strong profits as it continues to face negative press over leaked internal documents.
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Fleeing Afghanistan: 'Women are imprisoned, while the criminals are free'

When Afghanistan fell, hundreds of female judges went into hiding. After months living in fear, 26 have escaped.
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'Why I returned to Boko Haram and how I escaped'

Aisha Yerima, who was kidnapped aged 21, tells of her time living with militants in Nigeria.
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Police sexual misconduct: 'No place' for officers who abuse authority

Referrals of officers using their position for a sexual purpose have nearly doubled since 2016.
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Covid vaccine: 'I saved lives here, now I'm back for Comic Con'

Neely vaccinated people at London's ExCel centre and has returned to the former field hospital.
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Why women may wait decades for an ADHD diagnosis

At least tens of thousands in the UK, it is estimated, are not receiving the help they need.
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The Harder They Fall: 'Raising hell' in Netflix's all-black Western

London-born Jeymes Samuel directs Regina King and Idris Elba in The Harder They Fall.
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The African tech firm hoping to power space missions

Hypernova hopes that its thruster technology will be adopted on thousands of future small satellites.
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Climate change: Sir David Attenborough in 'act now' warning

"If we don't act now, it'll be too late," warns Sir David Attenborough ahead of COP26 climate summit.
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Covid: Biden sets new rules as air travel to the US reopens

All foreign travellers to the US will be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative test.
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The Papers: End to pay freeze and Facebook 'in the dock'

Many of the papers focus on Wednesday's Budget, including plans to scrap a public sector pay freeze.
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Steve Allen apologises to Strictly's Tilly Ramsay after calling her 'chubby'

Tilly Ramsay said the comments from the LBC presenter were a "step too far".
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Insulate Britain: Protesters block east London roads

In a statement, the group said: "We won't stand by while the government kills our kids."
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Homecare costs outstrip funding from councils, says report

Homecare companies say the rates they are paid by local authorities do not cover basic costs.
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Covid-19: NHS funding boost and call to protect schools from protests

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Monday morning.
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Scilly Isles' only remaining bank to close in 2022

Lloyds bank will close in April 2022 with customers being told to use the Post Office instead.
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Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe: Husband begins new hunger strike in London

Aid worker Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe is distraught at the prospect of returning to jail, her husband says.
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China postpones Beijing marathon due to Covid surge

Around 30,000 people were expected to take part in the marathon on October 31.
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Sudan's civilian leaders arrested amid coup reports

It comes amid rising tensions between the country's military and civilian transitional authorities.
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Covid: Protect schools from anti-vax protests - Starmer

Councils should be able to use exclusion zones to stop the protests outside schools, Labour says.
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Michael Jordan's trainers sell for record $1.47m at auction

The US basketball legend wore the pair of red and white trainers during his first NBA season in 1984.
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Uganda: One killed in bomb attack at Kampala bar

Islamic State says it was behind the bombing - a week after the UK warned about a possible attack.
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Ofcom orders phone networks to block foreign scam calls

UK networks agree to block almost all internet calls coming from abroad if they pretend to be UK numbers.
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Homecare costs outstrip funding from councils, says report

Homecare companies say the rates they are paid by local authorities do not cover basic costs.
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Climate change: Tata Steel wants roadmap to make industry greener

There are fears thousands of jobs could be lost in the fight against climate change.
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How can Coca-Cola solve its plastic problem?

The drinks company has been named the world's biggest plastic polluter.
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Inside the Indonesian cave where oldest animal art was found

The BBC is given rare access to film the 45,500-year-old images found on an Indonesian island.
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The Gambia: 'We are crying for justice'

A report into alleged human rights abuses during the rule of former president Jammeh has been delayed.
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Woman finds father after 58 years thanks to online group

A woman has found her biological father after help from a community Facebook group.
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Ipswich murders: Prostitution returns to town's streets

Fifteen years after five women were killed in Ipswich, prostitution returns to streets in the town.
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Is internet addiction a growing problem?

Experts warn that the pandemic lockdowns have made more people vulnerable.
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Living with the world's oldest mummies

In a town in northern Chile it is not unusual for residents to stumble across ancient mummies.
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Newspaper headlines: Free school meals 'clash' and Queen misses church

Several of Monday's front pages dissect Chancellor Rishi Sunak's plans for the upcoming Budget.
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Leeds Museum: Woman recalls 'extraordinary' 1949 fossil find

Pauline Hoggard was 16 when she found the tail end of an ichthyosaur in a cliff in Whitby.
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Covid-19: Cheaper tests for travellers and PM's booster jab plea

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.
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Why are Red Bull quickest again? US GP all you need to know

There's a genuine sense of post-Covid recovery at the United States GP; but the cracks are appearing in the cars now.
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T20 World Cup: Pick your dream XI for men's tournament

Become a selector for the day and choose your team from all the players at the Men's T20 World Cup.
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Title hopes, pressure on Solskjaer and Salah v Ronaldo - why Man Utd v Liverpool is as big as ever

BBC Sport looks at some of the biggest talking points from Sunday's game between Manchester United and Liverpool.
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Picasso masterpieces fetch nearly $110m at Las Vegas auction

The works, which were owned by MGM Resorts, featured in the Picasso Restaurant at the Bellagio Hotel.
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Colombia's most wanted drug lord Otoniel captured

The US had placed a $5m bounty on the head of Dairo Antonio Usuga, better known as Otoniel.
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'My student loan refund took six years'

Rebecca Gale says she was "shocked and then angry" the Student Loans Company took so long to repay her.
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Kim Leadbeater: Serious conversations needed on safety for MPs

Kim Leadbeater says a "serious conversation" about the safety of people in public life is needed.
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'I've learnt to communicate through art'

Matthew Rutherford lost the ability to speak after a car crash but has embraced a new approach.
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Your pictures on the theme of 'minimalism'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.
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‘I left university and adopted my brother and sister’

When Jemma Bere’s family was in crisis, she made a split-second decision that changed the trajectory of her life.
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What's next after the release of Meng Wanzhou?

Ms Meng and the two Canadian Michaels are home - but will the relations with China ever be the same?
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Stephen Merchant: How Outlaws creator took comedy to the dark side

His show, which throws seven strangers together, is a far cry from The Office and Lip Sync Battle.
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Budget 2021: What is it and when will it happen?

The Budget - when is it, what does it do and what should we expect to hear from the chancellor?
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China's hypersonic test - does it signal a new arms race?

China's firing of a new nuclear-capable missile carried on a glider has raised questions about a US response.
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Iran: The painful choices of being pregnant and unmarried

Abortion or emigration are often considered the only way out by cohabiting couples who conceive.
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Covid: Travellers to be able to use cheaper Covid tests

Fully-jabbed people returning to England can take lateral flow tests instead of PCR tests from Sunday morning.
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Chancellor to announce 'skills revolution' funding

The government sets out its package for boosting skills and further education in England.
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A-level textbook withdrawn over 'shocking' Native American question

The exam board AQA apologises and says the textbook should never have been approved.
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Newspaper headlines: Ministers consider Covid Plan B and 51 MPs report threats

Speculation over tougher Covid restrictions and the upcoming Budget feature on Sunday's front pages.
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Covid: Rollercoaster fan takes 6,000th ride after pandemic delays

Covid left him waiting to pass the milestone after 25 years of enjoying the wooden rollercoaster.
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Greta Thunberg: 'We need public pressure, not just summits'

The climate activist speaks to the BBC about the COP26 conference, emissions targets and rickrolling.
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China seeks to lift homework pressures on schoolchildren

A new law urges parents to allow children time for rest and exercise, and restrict time spent online.
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COP26: Disruption forecast in Glasgow as busy roads begin to close

Key routes near the SEC in Glasgow will close over the weekend and some commuters are expecting "major challenges".
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Three dads cross finish line on £400k suicide awareness walk

They walked 300 miles for a suicide prevention charity after their daughters took their own lives.
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Covid-19: Half of Scotland's 12 to 15-year-olds get first jab and dogs disguised as strays

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday morning.
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The 83-year-old clocking off work at Kelly's Hardware after 66 years

Oliver Tumelty has worked in his local hardware shop in County Down since 1955 but it is closing.
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Road sign bungle sees Yorkshire sign erected in Lincolnshire

The mysterious sign appeared on the outskirts of Sandtoft in North Lincolnshire earlier this week.
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Twitter says Online Safety Bill needs more clarity

The government says it will tackle extreme posts but Twitter warns Ofcom will be "muddling through".
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Covid: Dogs bought in lockdown being abandoned

A charity says animals that cannot be sold are disguised as fake strays so rescue centres take them.
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Moped gangs with machetes target London's cyclists

Cyclists are having their bikes stolen in violent attacks from thieves in the capital.
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Record high migrant entries at US-Mexico border

The US says over 1.7 million migrants were stopped in the past 12 months, including 145,000 children.
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Alec Baldwin told gun was safe before fatal shooting - court records

The actor was handed the weapon by an assistant director before Halyna Hutchins was shot, a warrant says.
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Budget 2021: Ministers pledge £500m to support young families

A network of "family hubs" is to be funded in England to provide support services in one place.
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Budget 2021: English city regions to get £6.9bn for public transport

The chancellor will announce increased funding for tram, train and bus services in England outside London.
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Budget 2021: Six things that could affect you

Chancellor Rishi Sunak will deliver his second Budget for 2021 next week. How will it affect you?
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Kerala floods: Our son was buried by mud - we couldn't save him

The walls of three-year-old Sachu's house collapsed when it was hit by heavy rain and flooding in Kerala.
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Ros Atkins on… Rising Covid cases in the UK

Ros Atkins looks at why Covid infections are rising in the UK – and what should happen next.
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Bristol artist celebrates women's bodies by making casts

The artist says women who take part in the project use it as a process of healing their trauma.
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Week in pictures: 16-22 October 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.
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Covid: 'Fake strays' surge post-lockdown sees more dogs put down

Some lockdown pet owners pretend dogs are genuine strays after trying to sell them, rescuers say.
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'I. Am. So. Sorry': Talking about my miscarriages

The BBC's Tulip Mazumdar has reported on maternal health and the issues women face across the world. Here she reflects on her own experiences of pregnancy and baby loss.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Hollywood horror' and 'sluggish booster jab campaign'

Many papers lead on actor Alec Baldwin's "heartbreak" after he fatally shot a colleague with a prop gun.
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Moped gangs with machetes target London's cyclists

Cyclists are having their bikes stolen in violent attacks from thieves in the capital.
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Crime-hit Chicago grapples with police vaccine revolt

Vaccination rates have lagged among US police, even as Covid-19 becomes their leading cause of death.
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Russia's Covid nightmare driven by vaccine rejection

More than 1,000 people are dying in Russia every day, and in Vologda only one in four is vaccinated.
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'We knew something was wrong when mum shrank overnight'

Alison McDonald was diagnosed with a blood cancer after she suddenly lost several inches in height.
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Bangladesh's Hindus living in fear following mob attacks

Homes and temples of Hindu Bangladeshis have been torched across the country, and at least seven killed.
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Alec Baldwin fatally shoots woman with prop gun on movie set

A man is also being treated in hospital after the firearm was discharged on set in New Mexico.
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Long delay for hundreds of rape cases, says report

The Crown Court backlog could remain a problem for years, severely affecting victims, says a watchdog.
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One of world's last northern white rhinos retired from breeding scheme

Najin, 32, has been part of a programme in Kenya trying to save her species from extinction.
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COP26: PM warned over aid cuts ahead of climate summit

Government advisers express "deep concern" at planned reductions in aid spending before COP26.
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Second-hand car prices surge amid new car shortage

Some used car models are growing in value despite getting older, research by the motoring group suggests.
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Ed Sheeran: Singer to read CBeebies Bedtime Story about stuttering

The singer will read I Talk Like a River, about a boy whose father helps him with his stutter.
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The Papers: 'Royal health concern' and GP appointment 'row'

Some papers cover the Queen's hospital stay in their late editions, while others focus on Covid.
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How to plug the UK into desert sunshine

One company plans to build the world's longest electricity cable to connect Morocco to the UK.
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Quiz of the week: How did Sex Education influence baby names?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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Khaby Lame: What is the secret to success for the Senegal-born TikToker?

How the Senegalese-born 21-year-old's myth-busting of "life hacks" made him a household name.
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Book Week NI: ‘I am the poetry pharmacist’

Philanthropist and author William Sieghart says he can find a poem to ease anyone's troubles.
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Covid: Are people wearing masks less often?

The number of people wearing masks has fallen, but ministers don't want to reintroduce restrictions.
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Newcastle United: Why is Saudi Arabia-led takeover controversial?

Here are some of the reasons why the Saudi-led consortium has proved controversial.
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Sex and relationship lessons ‘help pupils feel safe’

Sex education is compulsory in England's secondary schools, while primary schools teach about relationships.
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Social care faces tsunami of unmet need - watchdog

England's Care Quality Commission issues a warning, saying the workforce is "exhausted and depleted"
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Heat blamed for mysterious deaths of California hiker family

The family of three and their dog were found dead on a trail in Devil's Gulch Valley two months ago.
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Nottinghamshire Police investigate 12 reports of needle spiking

Police said victims reported effects that were "consistent with a substance being administered".
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127-year-old 'good luck' coin found on HMS Victory

The Victorian-era coin was discovered during restoration work on Lord Nelson's flagship.
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Weight loss and mental health: 'Food has been my happiness'

The BBC followed India, 28, before and after gastric sleeve surgery.
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Solskjaer turns it around under pressure - but which Man Utd will face Liverpool?

The reaction to Man Utd's 3-2 win over Atalanta was just about as confused as trying to sum up Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's status as manager, writes Simon Stone.
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Trump to launch new social media platform TRUTH Social

The former US president said it would be used to "stand up to the tyranny of big tech".
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Abolish energy price cap, says Scottish Power boss

The recent crisis exposed deep flaws in the way the market was structured, top executive says.
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Tax cheat schemes cost governments billions

Major tax evasion and avoidance schemes have deprived countries of £127bn, research shows.
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The tax fraud merry-go-round that cost billions

A former banker is now a poster boy for a scandal described as "the theft of the century".
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Covid: Doctors criticise ministers over new rules refusal

A doctors' union accuses the government of taking its "foot off the brake" as cases rise.
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Gene silencing medicine transforms crippling pain

The NHS is set to fund innovative therapy that patients say has given them their lives back.
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Flooding death toll passes 100 in Nepal and India's Uttarakhand

Heavy rain triggers flash floods in India's northern state of Uttarakhand and parts of Nepal.
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COP26: Document leak reveals nations lobbying to change key climate report

Countries are asking the UN to play down the need to move rapidly away from fossil fuels.
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Eurovision: Dua Lipa's team will choose UK's entry for 2022

The star's management company will select this year's song after the UK came bottom last year.
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The Papers: Covid fight 'not over' as 'miracle pill' ordered

Thursday's front pages focus on the health secretary urging people to get Covid jabs to avoid new restrictions.
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God and robots: Will AI transform religion?

Robot "priests" can recite prayers, perform funerals, and even comfort those experiencing a spiritual crisis.
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Cladding: 'We're paying to live in a dark, dull box'

A Birmingham tower block resident, where combustible cladding is being removed, explains his plight.
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The four-year-old footballer scouted by Arsenal while still at nursery

Zayn Ali Salman is the youngest-ever recruit to Arsenal's pre-academy.
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Unboxed: Oil rig in lido to form part of UK-wide arts event

The decommissioned North Sea platform will relocate to Weston-super-Mare as part of 2022's Unboxed.
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'We didn't call ourselves mum and dad for 10 months'

Nina and Steven fostered a baby hoping in vain to adopt her. With a second baby they finally became parents.
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Lorry driver shortages: 'Driving lorries is a bit like riding horses'

What is it like to be a new lorry driver in an industry experiencing severe shortages?
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Covid: WHO warns pandemic will drag on into 2022

Slow vaccine supply to poorer nations means the crisis will last longer than it needs to, experts say.
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Nearly 1,500 arrests in county lines drug dealing crackdown

Police targeted county lines operations where gangs supply drugs via dedicated phone numbers.
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Care staff shortage harms services for thousands, say managers

Many care staff are struggling with an increased workload and want to quit, research suggests.
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Climate change: Fossil fuel production set to soar over next decade

Government plans to extract coal, oil and gas are incompatible with safe temperatures, says the UN.
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Steve Bannon: Lawmakers vote to hold ex-Trump aide in contempt

Steve Bannon could be prosecuted for refusing to give evidence to lawmakers investigating the Capitol riot.
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Average cash withdrawal climbs to £80

The average amount Britons take out of cash machines rises by over £10, but there are fewer visits.
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Environment bill: Green groups dismay as ministers reject changes

Ministers say the new law will demonstrate global leadership, but critics accuse them of "inaction".
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Brewdog's solid gold beer can ad misleading, ASA says

The advertising watchdog says three Brewdog adverts for a gold can competition were "misleading".
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The world's most famous basketball court gets a facelift

Harlem's legendary Rucker Park basketball court receives a major makeover.
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Covid: Bring back rules amid rising cases, urge NHS chiefs

Hospital bosses warn of a winter crisis - but ministers say there are no plans to roll out Plan B.
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Science cuts in Autumn budget would threaten prosperity, says ex-minister

The science committee chair will hear of the impact of possible changes to research spending.
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Rachel Levine: Transgender official sworn in as four-star admiral

Dr Rachel Levine is already the nation's most prominent openly transgender federal official.
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Squid Game helps Netflix subscriptions bounce back

The streaming giant added 4.4 million new users in the third quarter as foreign language shows continued to fly.
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The Papers: PM's 'green gamble' and 'booster jabs plea'

The papers focus on the government's climate strategy and fears of another Covid wave as cases rise.
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Capitol riots officer: The moment the mob took me

Video from outside the Capitol shows police officer Mike Fanone scream as he was tasered in the head.
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Myanmar: Mass release of political prisoners

Some of the political prisoners released by the authorities in Myanmar describe how they endured life in jail.
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School steps in to give classes to Afghan children living in hotel

Hear from Afghan teenagers who are receiving English lessons, thanks to a local school.
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When a cobra became a murder weapon

A 28-year-old man killed his wife using a cobra, in what prosecutors say is the first crime of its kind.
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Prevent scheme: Why the government's programme is so difficult

The strategy aimed at stopping people becoming terrorists is facing calls for it to be overhauled.
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Can Online Safety Bill tackle social media abuse of MPs?

After Sir David Amess' death, we look at the detail of the Online Safety Bill and what measures it offers.
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North Korea confirms 'successful' submarine-launched missile test

This comes a day after South Korea reported an apparent weapons test in waters off Japan's coast.
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Oleg Deripaska: FBI searches US homes linked to Russian oligarch

Agents are sweeping homes linked to Oleg Deripaska, a Russian oligarch who is under US sanctions.
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Iraq war: Abuse claims against soldiers close with no prosecutions

While some allegations against British troops are credible, others are not, defence secretary says.
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Aberfan disaster: Surviving schoolchildren's trauma 55 years on

Fifty-five years on, survivors say they live with the images of death and destruction.
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'Heaviest' kidneys removed in high-risk operation

Warren Higgs speaks before and after having his kidneys, which weighed more than five stone (35kg), removed.
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'He is already a £100m player at 18' - why Bellingham is at forefront of England's future

At 18, Jude Bellingham is a Champions League regular for Borussia Dortmund - and could be at the forefront of England's future.
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Championship or bust for Nets & how much longer for LeBron James? NBA 75th anniversary season preview

As the NBA celebrates its 75th season, BBC Sport looks at the runners and riders as the best basketballers on the planet take to the hardwood once more.
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Tesco opens its first checkout-free store

The supermarket's new GetGo format allows customers to shop without scanning a product or using a till.
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North Korea fires ballistic missile into waters off Japan

The launch, confirmed by the South, is the latest in a series of missile tests by Pyongyang.
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Diver finds 900-year-old crusader sword off Israel's coast

The blade, which is encrusted with marine organisms, is believed to be about 900 years old.
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Friendship Games 1984: When Great Britain took part in the 'Iron Curtain Olympics'

Steroids, the threat of nuclear war and... lost luggage. A small team of female British athletes went to the Friendship Games of 1984.
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Lacazette's late Arsenal equaliser 'tough' to take for Palace boss Vieira

Patrick Vieira says Arsenal's late equaliser is "really tough" to take as his Crystal Palace side are held to a draw at Emirates Stadium.
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England leave big names out of autumn Test squad but call up Quirke & Freeman

Sale scrum-half Raffi Quirke is one of four uncapped players named in England's squad but a host of big names miss out again.
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Harassment and bullying MPs could face vote to trigger election

Labour says a government plan to close a loophole in future cases should also apply retrospectively.
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Afghanistan: US envoy Zalmay Khalilzad steps down after troops withdrawal

Zalmay Khalilzad led talks with the Taliban that resulted in a deal to fully withdraw US troops.
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Kerry says COP26 'last best hope for the world'

US climate envoy John Kerry says to avoid the worst consequences of climate change decisions have to be made now.
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Apple unveils new computer chips amid shortage

The new M1 Pro and M1 Max chips expand the firm's use of silicon it has designed.
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Covid: Australia's Flying Doctors take vaccines to vast remote areas

The famed service is helping solve the immense challenge of vaccinating remote Australia.
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Covid: Why are UK cases so high?

The UK has higher infections than most of its neighbours, as scientists fear a difficult winter.
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The shortages hitting countries around the world

People and businesses across the world are facing shortages of everything from coal to coffee.
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Eric Zemmour: Far-right journalist cast as Macron election rival

Eric Zemmour - tipped to run for the French presidency - is rebranding far-right nationalism.
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The battle to make lighter life-saving body armour

New materials are making body armour lighter but nanotechnology could provide a breakthrough.
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Narendra Modi: 'Why is the Indian PM's photo on my Covid vaccine certificate?'

A 62-year-old Indian wants a new Covid-19 vaccine certificate without Narendra Modi's photograph.
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The Papers: A city 'born of grief' and call to end online hate

The front pages focus on MPs' tributes to Sir David Amess - and his family's visit to the scene of the killing.
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Welsh independence to be considered by commission

Independence is one of the options a commission on Wales' future in the UK will look at.
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Facebook to hire 10,000 in EU to work on metaverse

Mark Zuckerberg is a leading voice on the metaverse - a virtual reality version of the internet.
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Afghan girls are ‘left in darkness’ by the Taliban

BBC correspondent Yogita Limaye in Kabul asks the Taliban when girls can go back to school.
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Australian pair survive days without water in remote outback

The man and teenage boy endured up to four days without water in "harsh" conditions, police say.
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Irish poet and author Brendan Kennelly dies

Mr Kennelly spent decades working as a professor of modern literature at Trinity College Dublin.
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Belarus: French ambassador leaves Minsk after Minsk expels him

France, among other countries, does not recognise the president's claim to a sixth term.
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Israel: Hundreds strip naked by the Dead Sea

Hundreds of people stripped naked by the Dead Sea in Israel to highlight environmental changes.
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Norrie becomes first Briton to win Indian Wells title

Cameron Norrie wins one of the biggest titles in tennis when he fights back to beat Nikoloz Basilashvili at Indian Wells.
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Climate change: Welsh industry's 23 million tonne carbon problem

Wales' "carbon-intensive" economy may make cutting greenhouse gases more difficult.
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The Papers: Sir David Amess's family 'broken' by MP's killing

Most papers lead on the statement released by the family of MP Sir David Amess, who was killed on Friday.
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Has Covid changed New York City nightlife forever?

A photographer is confronted with the new reality of empty streets and closed clubs.
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Songhaï: A 'zero waste' agricultural system to increase food security in Africa

Fr Godfrey Nzamujo runs a "zero waste" agriculture system aimed at increasing food security and creating jobs.
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McIlroy wins CJ Cup for 20th PGA Tour title

Rory McIlroy bounces back from Ryder Cup disappointment as he cards a final-round six-under-par 66 to win the CJ Cup and secure his 20th PGA Tour title.
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Cotton, slavery and poetry: Theatre turns spotlight on its problematic past

Manchester's Royal Exchange was key to the 19th Century cotton trade, which relied on slavery.
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You may be able to book a flying taxi within three years

Firms are racing to bring flying taxis and the mini-airports they need into service.
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Covid: Thousands of children left without parents in Iran

Thousands of children in Iran have been left without parents, and many people blame the leadership.
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The nightmare of India's tallest rubbish mountain

India's oldest and tallest mountain of rubbish in the city of Mumbai is 18 storeys high.
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Morrisons takeover: Bradford retail giant in the bagging area

As shareholders prepare to vote on a £7bn takeover, what are the views from Morrisons' birthplace?
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Scams: Cost of impact on well-being calculated as £9bn a year

Consumer group Which? says costs to victims' well-being are greater than the amount stolen by fraudsters.
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Nebra Sky Disc: British Museum to display world's 'oldest map of stars'

The Nebra Sky Disc is dated 3,600-years-old and considered one of the most important archaeological finds.
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Buy now, pay later firm Klarna to offer 'pay now' option

Klarna's boss says people should mostly "pay with the money they have", rather than take out credit.
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Further strikes threatened at universities this term

UK university staff are being balloted on fresh strike action over pay, pensions and conditions.
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A waxwork Queen and Squid Game manicure - stories you may have missed

A Squid Game manicure, Harry Potter wand classes, a fountain covered in nails, and the latest waxwork of the Queen.
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BBC's Rainsford can return if Russian journalists gets UK visas - ambassador

Ambassador Andrei Kelin says the BBC reporter can return if Russian journalists gets UK visas.
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Murder inquiry after boy, 14, stabbed to death at Glasgow railway station

Justin McLaughlin was found seriously injured at High Street station in Glasgow on Saturday.
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Brighton bin strike: Private firms tackle waste piles as talks go on

A third-party contractor begins clearing Brighton's "worst-affected areas" on the strike's 13th day.
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Speedo Mick passes through Dorset and Hampshire on fund-giving walk

The trunk-wearing fundraiser is on the last leg of his walk to give out money he has raised.
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Salisbury Plain soldier death: Jethro Watson-Pickering named by Army

Pte Jethro Watson-Pickering, 23, was part of a crew operating an Army vehicle at Salisbury Plain.
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Gas price rises: Russia not withholding supplies, says ambassador to UK

Russia is not slowing gas supplies for political reasons, Andrei Kelin says.
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Westfield Stratford closed after fire in first floor shop

The complex in east London is evacuated after the discovery of a small fire in a first-floor shop.
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Teenage boy dies after incident at railway station

A 14-year-old boy dies after an incident at a railway station in Glasgow.
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Six things the UK could do to tackle climate change

People from the Queen to Greta Thunberg are calling for action - so what should that action be?
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David Amess death: Priti Patel says MPs must be safe and accessible

The death of David Amess has raised questions about the contact between MPs and their constituents.
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Sir David Amess: Southend city bid would be a 'fitting tribute' to stabbed MP

Sir David championed calls for Southend's profile to be raised by putting in a bid for city status.
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Southeastern train services taken over by government

The rail operator was stripped of its franchise for failing to declare millions in taxpayer funding.
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Covid-19: Golden age for new vaccines, and UK cases remain high

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.
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Haiti: US missionaries reportedly kidnapped in Port-au-Prince

As many as 17 American Christian missionaries and their families have reportedly been kidnapped.
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Sir David Amess: MPs' security being reviewed at pace, says Commons speaker

Sir Lindsay Hoyle says he wants MPs to be able to meet constituents safely, following the killing of Sir David Amess.
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Venezuelan President Maduro's close aide extradited to US

Venezuela halted talks with the opposition after Alex Saab was flown from Cape Verde to the US.
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Robert Durst: US millionaire hospitalised with Covid after life sentence

Robert Durst was on Thursday convicted of murder and is a suspect in two other deaths.
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Pigs at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport help to keep skies safe

A team of 20 at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport is part of a range of measures being used to reduce bird-strikes.
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Baby Loss Awareness Week: Two families’ stories

Steve and Laura Hughes open up about the pain of losing their son Jesse, who died in pregnancy.
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Breast cancer: 'Both my husband and I survived the disease'

Pat and Mark James both survived breast cancer, and want to warn "macho" men they could get it too.
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Prof Sarah Gilbert, Covid vaccine creator: Now let’s take on 12 more diseases

Medical science has transformed the pandemic and put rocket boosters on ambitions for new vaccines.
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The Papers: 'Terror will not win' and MP murder suspect named

Sunday's front pages are dominated by reaction to the killing of Conservative MP Sir David Amess.
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Myanmar army general Min Aung Hlaing excluded from leaders' summit

South East Asian countries decide not to invite the military coup leader to their meeting.
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COP26: Barack Obama to attend climate change summit in Glasgow

The former US president is expected to meet young climate activists during his visit to the UN conference.
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Thomas Rainey charged with murder of wife Katrina Rainey

Thomas Rainey is charged with killing Katrina Rainey, who died after being found in a burning car.
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Man charged with Crawley kidnap and police impersonation

A 14-year-old girl was stopped and searched by a stranger while on her way to school on Wednesday.
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Sir David Amess killing casts shadow over Leigh-on-Sea constituency

Constituents in Leigh-on-Sea mourn Sir David Amess as they try to make sense of what happened.
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Minicab drought: 'Rotten' rates biting into Uber drivers' wages

"Rotten" rates of pay are being blamed for a minicab drought that has been afflicting passengers.
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Twickenham stabbing: Boy charged with playing field murder

Hazrat Wali was found with knife injuries and died a short time later.
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Sir David Amess: Boris Johnson leads tributes to much-loved MP who has died after being stabbed

Friends and colleagues remember Essex MP David Amess's "wonderful smile" and "photographic memory".
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Soldier dies in Salisbury Plain training exercise

Wiltshire Police is investigating the death, the Ministry of Defence says.
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Afghanistan: US offers to pay relatives of Kabul drone attack victims

Ten people were mistakenly killed by the US military in a drone strike on the Afghan capital.
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Sir David Amess: MPs express fears after constituency stabbing

The stabbing of the veteran Southend West MP has thrown a spotlight on the risks politicians face.
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Texas abortion law: Biden administration to request block on abortion ban

The president's administration will ask the Supreme Court to block a restrictive Texas abortion law.
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Life at 50C: Fleeing Sahara's shifting sands

Rising temperatures and desertification are forcing many Mauritanians to leave their ancestral homes in search of a better life.
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Norway attack: Killer held in medical custody amid mental health investigation

Police believe a bow-and-arrow attack that killed five may have been as a result of mental illness.
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Pregnancy: Some women in Wales to get pre-eclampsia test

Paige Thomas lost her baby to pre-eclampsia and wants tests rolled out for all women.
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Shipping disruption: Why are so many queuing to get to the US?

A surge in demand for toys and sports equipment has contributed to logjams at US ports.
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Ros Atkins on… China-Taiwan Tensions

Ros Atkins examines why tensions between China and Taiwan have increased over recent weeks.
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Meghan Markle's donation a 'lifesaver' for community kitchen users

Money donated by the Duchess of Sussex has been spent on feeding Nottingham's most vulnerable.
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Heart attack survivor urges people to learn CPR

A heart attack survivor tells of his battle to live - and why learning CPR is so important.
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Cardigan Bay dolphins may have high-pitch Welsh accent

The dolphins have been recorded making ultra-high pitch whistles off Cardigan Bay.
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Channel smugglers step up risks to outfox France and UK

The number of migrants crossing has doubled in a year, so why is it proving so hard to stop their smugglers?
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Sir David Amess killing was terrorist incident, Met Police say

Police say the fatal stabbing of the Conservative MP has a potential link to Islamist extremism.
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Beirut port blast: Day of mourning in Lebanon after bloodshed at protest

At least six people were killed and 32 injured in a shooting at a protest in Beirut on Thursday.
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'They will hang me': Afghan interpreters blocked by UK seek appeal

Former interpreters fear for their lives after the UK blocks their evacuation on security grounds.
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Indian Wells: Cameron Norrie beats Argentina's Diego Schwartzman to reach semi-finals

Britain's Cameron Norrie beat Argentina's Diego Schwartzman to reach the semi-finals of the Indian Wells Masters.
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Bill Clinton: Former US president in hospital for 'non-Covid infection'

The former US president is said to be "on the mend" and in "good spirits" in hospital in California.
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Covid Australia: Sydney to welcome quarantine-free international travel

The Australian city could see international visitors as early as next month but the plan needs federal approval.
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Coronavirus: India to allow foreign tourists after 19 months

In the first instance, foreign tourists arriving on chartered flights will be allowed in from 15 October.
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Father charged after toddler fatally shot mother during Zoom call

Police said the gun had been kept loaded in a children's backpack on the floor of the couple's room.
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Ikea warns stock shortages to last into next year

The Swedish furniture giant says it will take another year before shipping and supplies return to normal.
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Microsoft Chief Digital Officer tops Powerlist

The Powerlist 2022 recognises the most powerful people of African and African Caribbean heritage in the UK.
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The mystery of how long Covid damages our memory

Since Chrissy Gibson was diagnosed with Covid-19, she has had to re-learn many aspects of her life.
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Quiz of the week: Why was this Dutch princess in the news?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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The Harder They Fall: Idris Elba on 'culture rich' western

Idris Elba chats to Naga Munchetty about his role in The Harder They Fall.
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Phoebe Frances Brown: 'I made sense of my cancer by creating art'

Despite surgery for an incurable brain tumour, the actress has continued her career on stage.
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Africa's week in pictures: 8-14 October 2021

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.
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Super-sized wind turbine race happening ‘too quickly’

Huge wind turbines are pushing the limits of what ports and installation vessels can handle.
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Produce Pandas: The plus-size musicians making waves in China

As stars are criticised for being image-obsessed, more relatable celebrities have become popular.
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Laurie Cunningham: An electric trailblazer, Real Madrid's first British player

Laurie Cunningham was the first Briton to sign for Real Madrid, a pioneer at a time when there were few black players in the English game.
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South Sudan: How to deliver Covid vaccines in a country with few roads

Delivering vaccines around South Sudan is more expensive than the cost of the jab itself.
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Easy On Me: Is Adele's comeback single a Hit or a Miss?

Easy On Me is the Adele's first new material since 2015 - but what does it tell us about the star?
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The Papers: Green Queen 'vents her anger', and pig crisis

A range of stories make Friday's newspaper front pages, including comments from the Queen.
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Prince William: Saving Earth should come before space tourism

The Duke of Cambridge says great minds should focus "on trying to repair this planet" not exploring space.
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Climate change: Carbon emissions from rich countries rose rapidly in 2021

Emissions from the richest countries are going up again this year as the global economy rebounds.
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Community wins £500,000 in funding for remotest mainland pub

Locals hoping to take over The Old Forge on the Knoydart Peninsula win more than £500,000 in funding.
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The tattoo artist covering the scars of self-harm

Tattooist John Paterson is using his inking skills to make people more confident in their skin.
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Covid: Will Scotland's teenagers buck the vaccination trend?

Fast progress is currently being made vaccinating the 12-15 age group in Scotland.
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GP rescue plan to boost face-to-face consultations

Extra £250m available to pay for locum staff to help practices in England improve access over winter.
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Covid: Lateral flow tests more accurate than first thought, study finds

Positive results from the widely-used rapid Covid tests should be trusted, say UCL researchers.
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Biden plans to expand offshore wind turbines to US coasts

President Biden's plan calls for offshore turbines to be built along nearly every coastal state.
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Facebook whistleblower claims checked for breach of UK law

The information commissioner will check a whistleblower's claims to see if Facebook has broken UK law.
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Port delays: 'We've run out of Harry Potter stock'

Retailers say their supply chains have been severely impacted by the container logjam at UK ports.
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Keisha the Sket author says she felt shame at her viral story

Jade LB's story spread on BlackBerry Messenger and MSN - before the age of shares, likes and tweets.
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Climate change in India: The young inventor's solar-powered ironing cart

India's ironing vendors use charcoal as fuel, but Vinisha Umashankar's cart harnesses the Sun's energy.
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Charles Dickens House: 'It's like living in Victorian-era housing"

Some residents in Charles Dickens House say vermin and mould in their homes is harming their health.
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Afghanistan: The New York Rabbi evacuating desperate Afghans

Rabbi Moshe Margaretten says he gets calls in the middle of the night from people in Afghanistan asking for help.
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French fishermen warn of blockades in UK licence row

Why the fishermen of Boulogne-sur-Mer are angry at being refused licences to fish in British waters.
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Fashionable farming - the people growing their own clothes

A team of people in the north of England are now making clothes, from seeds to finished garments.
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The Velvet Underground: The band that made an art of being obscure

The 60s rock band are the latest musicians to receive a renewed boost from a documentary.
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Europe gas prices: How far is Russia responsible?

Moscow has been accused by some of playing politics with gas supplies, but there's a range of factors at work.
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Covid boosters: Who needs them and how do they help?

Millions are eligible for another Covid vaccine dose but remain confused about who needs them.
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Covid-19 in Brazil: 'My mum was used as a guinea pig'

A Brazilian healthcare provider is accused of conducting trials on Covid-19 patients without consent.
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Leeds bakery bins best-seller biscuit over illegal sprinkles

Get Baked, in Leeds, is told to stop using US-made cake decorations containing prohibited additive.
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The Papers: 'Buy Christmas gifts early', and EU's Brexit offer

A mix of stories lead Thursday's front pages, including worries over the retail industry's supply chain problems.
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Irish president leads tributes to Chieftains founder Moloney

The piper founded the Irish traditional music group, The Chieftains, in 1962.
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Mike Tindall on Parkinson's Disease

The former England rugby player speaks to those living with the same condition as his father.
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Owain Wyn Evans: How drumming saved me

The Welsh weatherman talks about growing up as a young gay man in Ammanford, and how drumming saved him.
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Domestic violence: Mum begged for violent son to be taken away

A service supporting families in Wales saw a rise in "child on parent" domestic abuse in lockdown.
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CEO Secrets: 'No need to convince the haters you're worthy'

Michele Roberts, executive director of the National Basketball Players Association, shares her CEO Secrets.
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Minneapolis police 'hunted' protesters with rubber bullets

An activist and former officer analyse video of Minneapolis police days after George Floyd's death.
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Ros Atkins on... The US climate conundrum

Ahead of COP26, Ros Atkins looks at what the world's biggest emitters are doing to tackle climate change.
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Police dashcam shows close call during highway crash

A Florida police officer inspecting a flat tire had to suddenly dodge a crashing vehicle.
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Covid: Misleading vaccine claims target children and parents

The vaccine is being offered to children aged 12 and older.
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What those living with dementia want people to know

"Dementia is something you learn to live with, not just die of," - tips from, those living with the condition.
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What's the secret of a great comedy song?

As he launches a podcast on the science of funny songs, comedian Phil Nichol reveals his favourites.
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The men going to military jail for their faith

The island nation has a strict military conscription programme, putting pacifists in a difficult situation.
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Why wives around the world do not earn as much as their husbands

Researchers say data from 45 countries over 40 years shows household is a place of great inequality.
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Ghana’s role in honouring a US civil rights hero

A state-of-the-art complex is to be built in Ghana to remember WEB Du Bois.
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Halifax hum: Mystery noise blights village for a year

The source of the daily noise is being investigated but so far it remains a mystery.
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Dutch crown princess could marry woman and be queen - Rutte

A hypothetical same-sex marriage for Princess Amalia would not be a legal problem, says Mark Rutte.
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Stourbridge taxi driver 'dumped' blind man over guide dog row

He leaves his passenger stranded at the roadside when a £2 surcharge for the dog is queried.
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Al Capone memorabilia sells for $3m at auction

The notorious gangster's favourite gun made top dollar - $860,000 - at the California sale.
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The Papers: Goods stuck at UK port, and Brexit deal offer

A mix of stories lead Wednesday's papers, including a warning over Christmas present shortages.
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London's New Year fireworks cancelled for a second year

The mayor's office blames "uncertainty caused by the pandemic", but other options will be planned.
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California to enforce 'gender neutral' toy aisles in large stores

The state has become the first in the US to pass the law, which aims to tackle gender stereotypes.
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Euromillions: UK's biggest ever lottery jackpot up for grabs

If a single UK ticket-holder wins the £184m Euromillions prize, they will be the UK's richest ever winner.
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Budget: Little room for more spending, says IFS

Despite recent tax rises, there is limited scope to spend more on public services, says the IFS.
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Building strategy to look at embodied carbon, says government

Carbon emissions from making building materials - or embodied carbon - had led to calls to end demolitions.
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Rising up against racism: London's forgotten Bangladeshi squatters

Hundreds of Bangaldeshis took over empty properties in London in the 1970s, demanding better housing.
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From a Borders village to the Royal Swedish Ballet

Calum Lowden becomes principal dancer - despite admitting he is "not the most supple person".
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24-hour pub crawl: St Neots man 'sets new world record'

Matt Ellis is waiting for Guinness World Records to verify his feat, which began in Cambridge.
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Africa's iconic architecture in 12 buildings

Two architects are determined to showcase the architecture of Africa to the world - past and present.
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Why does the internet keep breaking?

Outages of Facebook and its family of apps now lead to significant disruption for firms worldwide
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Call Her Daddy's Alex Cooper: 'Not everyone can just do a podcast'

Call Her Daddy host Alex Cooper has relaunched her podcast after getting a huge deal with Spotify.
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Paul Merson on gambling addiction: 'I wouldn't wish this on anybody'

In a new film coming to BBC One, former England footballer Paul Merson investigates his addiction to gambling.
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Jammu and Kashmir: Killing of civilians sparks militancy fear

People, especially religious minorities, now fear for their safety in Indian-administered Kashmir.
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DC Comics reveal that latest Superman character is bisexual

In an upcoming comic the new reiteration of Superman, Jon Kent, will be pictured in a same-sex kiss.
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Milos Zeman: The Czech leader proud to be politically incorrect

Ailing Czech President Milos Zeman is famously fond of liquor and provocative jokes.
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Footballers threaten legal action over 'data misuse'

A group of 850 players has threatened legal action against 17 companies over the use of their data.
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'I can't leave people without a tree at Christmas'

Matthew Corrie hopes his customers will make deliveries for him because he cannot find staff.
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Why X Factor's Grace Davies has taken four years to release Roots

X Factor runner-up Grace Davies has finally put out the song that got her noticed back in 2017.
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PM expected to back loans for gas price-hit firms

Boris Johnson is set to approve plans for emergency loans to energy-intensive firms, the BBC understands.
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Covid: UK start to pandemic worst public health failure ever, MPs say

Government too slow to lock down and test-and-trace was chaotic, but jabs rollout a success, MPs say.
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The Papers: 'Damning' Covid report, and gas crisis loans

Several of Tuesday's papers focus on a new inquiry by MPs into how the UK handled the pandemic.
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Black scientists say UK research is institutionally racist

Senior black scientists tell the BBC they believe UK science to be "institutionally racist".
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Asos boss exits as firm warns profits to plunge

The online fashion giant's chief executive is stepping down as it warns rising costs will hit profits.
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Malaria vaccine 'will change African lives forever'

As African countries get the vaccine, Newsbeat speaks to two people who've grown up with Malaria.
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Paul McCartney says John Lennon 'instigated' the Beatles' break-up

"It was John who wanted a divorce," he says, setting the record straight on the band's break-up.
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'If one person watches and says "I need help" that would be a major success story'

In a new film coming to BBC One, former England footballer Paul Merson investigates his addiction to gambling.
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Emergency talks over gas price crisis continue

The government is to hold further talks with industry over soaring energy prices.
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