Covid: Honours for top UK medics and pub singers 'out of pocket'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday morning.
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Fireworks and Big Ben mark subdued UK new year amid Covid spread

Public events to see in 2022 were scrapped in London and Edinburgh amid the spread of Omicron.
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Colorado: Residents return following devastating fire

Tens of thousands of people in Boulder County were forced to flee their homes on Thursday.
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Covid: Cathay Pacific flights cut after Hong Kong clampdown

The announcement comes after the city tightened its coronavirus quarantine regulations for aircrew.
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Scots urged to stay at home for Hogmanay amid Omicron surge

The public has been asked to minimise new year socialising amid record-high Covid cases.
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Essex baby given £1.79m drug has new lease of life

Edward, aged one, has taken his first steps after receiving the world's most expensive drug.
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Cape Verde: Drone delivers medical supplies to remote islands

Computer scientist Erico Pinheiro has invented a drone system to deliver medical supplies to the remote communities of his island nation Cape Verde.
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Subbuteo: Meet Wales' 12-year-old table football champion

Ruby Matthews is set to represent the nation in the table football World Cup next year.
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The 'heartbreakingly beautiful' art of Laurie Anderson

The pioneering artist speaks about her new exhibit, which blends painting, film, music and writing.
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Africa's year in pictures 2021: Giggles and coronations

A selection of the best photos from across the African continent this year.
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Quiz of the week: Vinyl sales, Biden pranked and a dog's dinner

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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California Innocence Project: The man who helps people on death row

American Justin Brooks, who is partly based in the UK, has freed people from death row.
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Ukraine tensions: Putin tells Biden new sanctions could rupture ties

The US and Russian presidents spoke by phone for almost an hour amid rising tensions over Ukraine.
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Omicron: South Africa ends night-time curfew

Officials relax restrictions noting lower hospital admissions from the Omicron variant than feared.
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Boy, 15, stabbed to death in London park

A murder inquiry begins as teenage killings in the capital hit 29 in 2021, equalling a record high.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Spotlight falls on Andrew' and Covid test supply woes

The front pages say the spotlight has fallen on Prince Andrew following the conviction of his former friend Ghislaine Maxwell
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Why Chinese stand-up comedians are turning to English

Alex Shi says her comedy comes from her Chinese heritage but she feels more comfortable performing in a foreign language.
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Man Utd move back into top six after beating Burnley

Manchester United climb into the top six of the Premier League after an entertaining victory over Burnley at Old Trafford.
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Covid: Surge hospital hubs in England and warning of 'tsunami' of global cases

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Thursday morning.
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Australia: Protesters set Old Parliament House in Canberra on fire

The blaze was quickly put out but marks an escalation in indigenous protests in Canberra.
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Elon Musk rejects claims that his satellites are hogging space

His comments come after China complained to the United Nations about his internet satellite project.
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TikTok moderator sues over 'psychological trauma'

Candie Frazier says her mental health suffered after watching "extreme and graphic" video content.
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Ghislaine Maxwell: Key moments in the sex trafficking trial

The jury has now delivered a series of convictions - here's what you need to know about the evidence.
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Ten-man Southampton frustrate Tottenham at St Mary's

Antonio Conte is frustrated as his Tottenham side are held by Southampton despite having a one-man advantage for over 50 minutes.
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Former champions Cross and Wright into last 16 at World Championship

Former world champions Rob Cross and Peter Wright make it through to the last 16 in the PDC World Darts Championship.
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UK cost of living squeeze in 2022, says think tank

The Resolution Foundation says households face a £1,200 hit due to higher taxes and energy bills.
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Boeing 737 Max: Indonesia lifts ban after 2018 Lion Air crash

The announcement came just a day after Ethiopian Airlines said it would resume 737 Max flights.
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Welsh language lessons for refugees and asylum seekers

Women who have come to Wales say they're learning the language for their children and job prospects.
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The Papers: 'New hope' on Covid and 'year of the squeeze'

Several front pages focus on suggestions Omicron presents a reduced threat and fears UK families could face a £1,200 rise in costs in 2022.
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'I was trampled by cows and thought I would die'

Pip Peacock suffered serious injuries when she was trampled by a herd of cows in the Peak District.
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Louis Wain: The artist who changed how we think about cats

A century ago illustrator Louis Wain was a household name. Who was the man behind the cat drawings?
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Ashes: Joe Root's & Chris Silverwood's future, county cricket - the fall-out begins

Minutes had barely passed before the fall-out from England's dismal Ashes defeat had begun, from Joe Root's future to the state of county cricket, here is the best reaction.
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‘The doctors came and I had to tell my father he was dying’

Is it always appropriate for relatives to interpret for deaf loved ones?
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2021: A political year in words

From the jibes of Ant and Dec to the rise of Nadhim Zahawi, it's been a strange and busy 12 months.
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Ashes: England thrashing by Australia 'gut-wrenching' says Joe Root

Joe Root describes England's Ashes defeat as "gut-wrenching" as Australia retain the urn with a crushing innings-and-14-run victory.
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Demi Skipper plans to keep trading after hairpin-to-house swap

TikToker Demi Skipper made headlines this month when she successfully traded items until she got a house.
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My art channels the pain from Ethiopia's war

US-based Tigrayan artist Gabrielle Tesfaye uses her work to share her feelings over the civil war.
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Why I'm proud to be black and Jewish

Black and Jewish journalist Nadine Batchelor-Hunt travels to Israel to meet the Ethiopian community and explore this dual identity.
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‘Reuniting with mum ended my cycle of homelessness’

Rhyss spent years sleeping rough in Newcastle - until seeing his mum changed everything.
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Coming for Camelot: The battle to land the UK's National Lottery

Who's in the running to get the UK lotto licence - and what's at stake for players and Olympians?
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Fear and loathing in South Africa where foreigners live in danger

Foreigners in South Africa tell photographer Shiraaz Mohamed how they cope with xenophobia and crime.
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How this clip restored one man's dream of being a pilot

The story behind a face mask clip that restored a young man's dream of being a pilot.
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Why I quit an accountancy career to be a prison officer

Caprice Roberts, now 25, was a trainee accountant at a top firm, when she made a huge career change.
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Scott Marsh: Viral and controversial art of 'Australia's Banksy'

He uses quintessential Australian larrikinism to skewer politicians, climate sceptics and others.
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India's unwinnable battle against spitting

The pandemic briefly renewed efforts to curb an infamous Indian habit - spitting in public.
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Desmond Tutu: South Africa mourns anti-apartheid hero

The nation is holding a week of commemorative events after the clergyman's death at the age of 90.
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Roe v Wade US abortion rights lawyer Sarah Weddington dies

Sarah Weddington won the landmark 1973 US Supreme Court case that legalised abortions across the US.
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Long Covid: 'I have to choose between walking and talking'

People say their lives have been ruined by long Covid, amid fears the number of sufferers is rising.
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A Very British Scandal: Claire Foy's historic take on revenge porn

Claire Foy's latest role shows how a 1960s high-profile divorce was used to "shame" women.
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Israeli 'psychic' Uri Geller still baffling fans at 75

Now wowing visitors at his museum, the famous spoon bender recalls his rise from poverty to stardom.
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Love story sends TV fans in search of idyllic Alps

Crash Landing On You has been a big hit and now fans are travelling to the filming locations.
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Letter from Africa: Why Kenya's taxman is eyeing social media

Socialites are becoming wary of what they post online in case Kenya's revenue authority comes calling.
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The Ashes: Dawid Malan caught for 14 as Pat Cummins strikes for third wicket

Watch as Dawid Malan is caught by David Warner off the bowling of Pat Cummins for 14 as England lose their third wicket on day one of the third Ashes Test in Melbourne.
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Parosmia from Covid: Coping with distorted smell and taste at Christmas

Sufferers of parosmia - a long Covid side-effect that ravages taste and smell - gear up for Christmas.
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Why I travel back in time for Christmas

Nostalgia-lovers are marking Christmas in the style of times past for very different reasons.
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Robert Carlyle: Begbie has followed me my whole life

He is one of Scotland's most successful and versatile actors yet one role has defined his career.
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Irish citizenship: Covid backlog leads to 'heartbreaking' delays

More than 30,000 people face a two-year wait on applications - affecting plans to live and work abroad.
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No time for war: Russians see no chance of conflict

With rhetoric becoming harsh and fears of an invasion growing, Muscovites give their views on the crisis.
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Quiz of the Year, part one: Are you a 2021 news expert?

How well do you remember the news of the past 12 months?
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'Surreal and beautiful' - relive Raducanu's Fairytale of New York

Three months on from her US Open triumph, those close to Emma Raducanu recall her 'Fairytale in New York' in a BBC Radio 5 Live documentary to be aired on Thursday.
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Covid: Boris Johnson says getting a jab is an 'invaluable present'

In his annual Christmas message, Boris Johnson says getting vaccinated shows a neighbourly spirit.
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Rare pink handfish spotted in Australia for first time in decades

Australian researchers found the endangered "walking" handfish in wild waters off Tasmania.
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Park Geun-hye: South Korea's ex-president granted government pardon

Park had previously received a 22-year prison term for her role in a vast corruption scandal.
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Selfridges sold for £4bn to Thai-Austrian alliance

The British luxury store chain is being bought by Thailand's Central Group and Signa Group of Austria.
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Cities start to attract property buyers again

Data suggests that demand for flats is reviving after the race for space during the pandemic.
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Georgia: The rise of the right

LGBT activists cancelled Tbilisi Pride this year after violence from far-right protesters.
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James Webb Space Telescope: How does it work?

The telescope has been 30 years in the making and is nearly ready to launch, but what makes it so special?
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Your pictures on the theme of 'sparkles'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.
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Climate change: Small army of volunteers keeping deniers off Wikipedia

A group of editors is working tirelessly to keep bad climate info off the user-generated encyclopaedia.
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Murray Head: 'Unsung at home, but a hero in France'

Murray Head is all but forgotten in the UK, but in his adopted home France he ranks among the greats.
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Switzerland's wolves get too close for comfort

Alpine villages say the animals have started approaching children and they need to fend them off.
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Covid: Hyde Park Picture House archive details 1918-19 flu pandemic

Ledgers from a Leeds cinema reveal how the nation reacted to the Spanish flu after World War One.
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What do giant veg growers eat on Christmas Day?

BBC News meets gardeners who use their gargantuan growing skills to help food banks and feed friends.
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Hazlewood to miss third Test but Starc set to play again

Australia coach Justin Langer suggests Mitchell Starc will play in the third Ashes Test, but Josh Hazlewood will again miss out.
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Pride and Prejudice: Glaswegian adaptation becomes a West End hit

West End production Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a comedy adaption of the classic book.
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The 21 best albums and songs of 2021

From Adele and Olivia Rodrigo to Little Simz and Lil Nas X, here's the music that critics loved.
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Gay Santa ad highlights big shift in Norwegian society

The ad showing Father Christmas kissing a man highlights 50 years of changes in Norwegian LGBT rights.
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Is this the world's largest virtual fashion show?

Asia's biggest metaverse - an intricate world populated by young women shopping for avatar outfits.
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Covid: Who is not vaccinated in the US and what's the risk?

We break down the facts on who's getting the shot and who's not - and each group's odds of survival.
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Carol in sign language spreads festive cheer

A school for deaf and visually impaired children has recorded a special Christmas carol video.
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Gaming disorder: Inside the clinic helping addicted teens

BBC News has exclusive access to the UK's only facility for video game addiction.
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Afghanistan: From a UK wedding to the streets of Kabul, in 24 hours

Lucy, 24, is one of 750 British soldiers who helped evacuate people from Afghanistan this summer.
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The Maasai TikTokers wowing Bollywood fans

Tanzanian siblings Kili and Neema Paul lip sync perfectly in Hindi, accruing millions of followers.
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Perfectly preserved dinosaur embryo found in China

Researchers say the fossil is at least 66 million years old and was about to hatch just like a chicken.
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Madagascar: Minister 'swims for 12 hours' after helicopter crashes at sea

The Madagascar police minister was part of a team looking for survivors after a boat accident.
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The Matrix's real-world legacy - from red pill incels to conspiracies and deepfakes

As The Matrix returns, we explore the enduring legacy of the franchise in culture, tech and beyond.
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Why China could win the new global arms race

China has a long-term plan to rival the world's biggest military powers.
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Omicron: South African scientists probe link between variants and untreated HIV

Covid variants may be mutating inside people with suppressed immunity.
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Indian Christians fear attacks or jail over conversions

Christians in Karnataka state say attacks against them have grown ahead of a new anti-conversion law.
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Berlusconi seeks comeback role as Italian president

Despite the scandals and a tax fraud conviction, Italy's most colourful ex-PM could be head of state.
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Covid: All sports events in Wales go behind closed doors

Post-Christmas rugby games and Welsh Grand National are among events which will have no crowds.
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How to read your weather app

What you need to know about weather forecasts on your phone
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Virtual reality worship: What carols at home looks like this Christmas

The Church of England has released a series of virtual reality carols
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Chile election: Laser shone at Gabriel Boric during victory speech

The bouncing green light did not seem to faze Gabriel Boric as he spoke to supporters in Santiago.
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The world’s first octopus farm - should it go ahead?

The world’s first commercial octopus farm is closer to becoming reality - but scientists are up in arms.
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The robot chefs that can cook your Christmas dinner

If you fancy not having to do the cooking on 25 December then a robotic chef might be the solution.
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Pen Farthing: 'I was called disgusting over Kabul animal rescue'

Pen Farthing says he wants the truth to be known after being accused of putting pets above people.
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Coronavirus: Is Christmas the time to lay off the daily diet of stats?

Should we be watching our daily data intake along with the Christmas chocolates this year?
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Three decades of Brit: How the school was born

More than 30 years after an "awe-inspiring" gig, how did one concert shape the music industry's future?
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How to avoid gadget frustration on Christmas Day

Modern tech gifts might not be ready to work straight away - are you ready for Christmas morning?
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Australia bouncy castle fall: Sixth child dies in hospital

Chace Harrison, 11, died in hospital three days after falling from a castle blown into the air.
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Covid: French ski season in disarray as UK tourists banned

Snow on the slopes of Mont Blanc is the best Chamonix has seen in years - but few Brits will enjoy it.
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Parker beats Britain's Chisora in brutal thriller

New Zealand heavyweight Joseph Parker secures a brilliant points win over Britain's Derek Chisora in a thrilling fight at the AO Arena in Manchester.
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'It was awesome' - Woods returns to golf alongside 12-year-old son

The 15-time major champion played alongside his son as he returned to competitive golf for the first time since he was in a car crash.
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The Papers: Brexit minister quits and Strictly winner announced

The focus of most front pages this morning is on Lord Frost's resignation as Brexit minister.
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Monkey given cocaine and flushed down loo recovering

Milly is recovering and even has a fellow marmoset as a companion after life with an abusive owner.
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The school in Northern Ireland giving all its pupils free meals

St Joseph’s College, Coalisland, had not used all of its heating budget due to the Covid lockdown.
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'We're celebrities in the canal boating community'

Living on a canal boat - and naturism - have improved Colin Dobson-Fox's mental health.
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BBC Bitcoin mining report used in crypto-scam

The BBC’s Silicon Valley correspondent investigates how his report was used to steal life savings.
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Omicron: 'I took Covid tests at university for my grandma's sake'

Students say the new Omicron variant is making them extra-cautious as they go home for Christmas.
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Hong Kong: Why the Legco elections are so controversial

Sweeping changes put in place by China altered the way the city chooses its lawmakers this year.
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Chileans divided ahead of presidential run-off

The election, set to be the most polarised in decades, pits a far-right candidate against a leftist.
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Leeds gardeners donate hundreds of Christmas toys to charity

A group from Leeds spends thousands of pounds on Christmas toys to give to charity.
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Strictly Come Dancing: Why Rose Ayling-Ellis delights deaf dancers

As Strictly's final approaches, we ask deaf dancers how Rose's success has challenged perceptions.
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Climate change: How can renters make their homes warmer and greener?

Poorly insulated homes are bad for bills and the environment - but how can renters get improvements?
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Caroline and Martine: Picture book heroines who fought for French hearts

For nearly 70 years, Caroline and Martine have been rivals for the hearts of French schoolchildren.
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Solway Coast bird flu death numbers 'unprecedented'

Avian flu has left a reserve on the Solway Coast dealing with "unprecedented" numbers of dead geese.
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Strictly 2021: Six memorable moments ahead of the finale

AJ Odudu, John Whaite and Rose Ayling-Ellis will compete to lift the glitterball trophy on Saturday.
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Scottish Power probe into claims of 'aggressive' energy debt tactics

A call handler says he was told to threaten Scottish Power customers with enforcement - even over mistaken bills.
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Ryan Reynolds: More playing as Wrexham on Football Manager

The club's takeover by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney has boosted their virtual popularity.
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Philippines typhoon Rai: Month-old baby rescued in a tub

Thousands have been evacuated as the storm brought 165km/h (103 mph) winds and heavy rain.
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Omicron: I'm worried about Covid - can I get a refund?

What options do you have if you're thinking twice about going to events in the run-up to Christmas?
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Beijing Winter Olympics: When are they and why is there a boycott?

China threatens retaliation against countries refusing to send officials to the Games.
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How Russia tries to censor Western social media

Western social media companies face huge fines as Russia pressures them to remove content it objects to.
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Last Train to Christmas: Michael Sheen on his time-shifting festive film

The actor stars in Last Train to Christmas which raises questions about the impact of our actions.
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Tech trends 2022: Starships and missing chips

From giant rockets to new ways to heat your home, a look at the technology that will emerge in 2022.
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The Lost Daughter: Olivia Colman on her 'searingly honest' film on motherhood

The actress talks about The Lost Daughter, which confronts the true challenges of motherhood.
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Australia captain Cummins out of second Ashes Test

Australia captain Pat Cummins will miss the second Ashes Test against England at Adelaide after being deemed a close contact of someone who tested positive for Covid-19.
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Kelly Catlin: A family's search for answers on links between concussion and suicide

Kelly Catlin was 23 when she took her own life. An Olympic cyclist, she suffered a bad crash in training. Her family believe it changed her.
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Afghanistan: What humanitarian aid is getting in?

Millions of people are at risk of starvation as a result of harsh winter conditions and economic collapse.
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Covid-19 outbreaks in sport: Several football and rugby games have been postponed

Three Premier League matches in a week are called off because of new Covid-19 outbreaks, with football and rugby games at the weekend already postponed.
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The Papers: Cut back mixing, public urged, as Omicron surges

Most papers lead on a call by England's chief medical officer for people to reduce festive socialising.
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CEO Secrets: How a lockdown wine business went viral

Partner in Wine founder Lucy Hitchcock shares ideas on becoming a ‘biz-fluencer’ for CEO Secrets.
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Overcrowding: School doesn't understand why I fall asleep in class

Ridwan is one of more than a million children without enough space at home.
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James Webb: A $10bn machine in search of the end of darkness

The biggest space telescope ever built is ready to show us the first stars to light up the cosmos.
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Kentucky tornadoes: I spent my 40th birthday trapped under rubble

Kyanna Parsons-Perez never imagined that her 40th birthday would be spent pinned to the floor of the Mayfield candle factory.
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Ethiopia civil war: How PM Abiy led fight-back against rebel advance

Abiy Ahmed has thwarted a rebel advance on the capital a year into a brutal civil war.
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Afghanistan: UK charities launch winter crisis appeal

A million children in the country at risk of starving to death this winter, UK aid agencies warn.
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Manchester United: Ralf Rangnick's art of 'club building' & new challenge at Old Trafford

Ralf Rangnick has made big changes at every club he's shaped. A different challenge awaits at Manchester United.
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Sex and cancer: 'I was ashamed to ask for help'

Cait didn't know why it hurt to masturbate after her treatment - and didn't know who to ask.
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The strangers sharing stories on Edinburgh's listening bench

BBC Scotland's Angie Brown takes a seat on an Edinburgh bench where people are urged to chat to tackle loneliness.
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Miami is banking on cryptocurrency and New York wants in

MiamiCoin and NYCCoin are experiments designed to put these cities on the cryptocurrency map.
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Covid: Call for volunteers as 500k book boosters in a day

The government is aiming to give one million jabs a day across the UK during the rest of December.
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UK to unveil Human Rights Act reform proposals

Measures commit to staying within the European Convention - despite pressure from some Conservatives.
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How hologram tech may soon replace video calls

The coronavirus pandemic and travel bans have accelerated interest in holographic communication.
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Covid vaccine: How many people are vaccinated in the UK?

A look at the progress made in vaccinating the country's population, as more than 51 million people have received at least one dose.
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France resists US challenge to its values

The government is fighting back at what it sees as imported cultural ideas from the UK and US.
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Omicron: How do you detect it?

Swabs from PCR tests can help identify omicron, but genetic analysis is needed to confirm it.
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Trains: Crosskeys to Newport service is first since 1962

A village that shares its name with a pub toasts a rail link restored after 60 years.
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The papers: A million jabs a day, as PM declares 'emergency'

Boris Johnson's announcement on expanding the booster jab rollout makes the front of most of Monday's papers.
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Your pictures on the theme of 'misty mornings'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.
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Meth and heroin fuel Afghanistan drugs boom

With a collapsing economy and severe drought, Afghanistan’s drug trade is on the rise.
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The technology helping keep women safe on the streets

There are plenty of apps which can make women feel safer on a night out.
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Storm Arwen: Why power cuts left people unable to phone for help

People with new digital phone lines were unable to call for help during the Storm Arwen power cuts.
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The priests navigating Colombia's conflict zones

Catholic clergy are sometimes the only ones who can access areas where armed groups are active.
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The Nigerian woman whose life changed when she visited a leprosy colony

A Nigerian woman living in the US never imagined that leprosy still existed in her home country.
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Brazil nightclub fire: Four convicted over blaze that killed 242

The fire in 2013 began when a band playing at a nightclub used flares which set light to the ceiling.
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Rosie Kay: Dancers write open letter to choreographer after gender row

Choreographer Rosie Kay says she was forced out of her company over her views on sex and gender.
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Houses of Parliament: The search for people to save palace buildings

The Palace of Westminster requires urgent repair, but a skills shortage means fresh talent is needed.
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The woman who digs for the truth in mass graves

Mercedes Doretti has dedicated her life to searching for victims of war and state violence, as part of the Argentine Forensic Anthropology Team.
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Week in pictures: 4-10 December 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.
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Women's safety: Why I shared pictures of my assault online

Student Reegan Kay posted on Twitter about being assaulted on her way home from a night out.
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Finnish teacher who secretly taught IS children in Syrian camps by text

Using WhatsApp, Ilona Taimela found a novel way to educate Finnish children held in a Syrian camp.
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Ghislaine Maxwell: Key moments in the trial so far

Ghislaine Maxwell is accused of grooming girls for abuse by late paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
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Kashmir killings: The families still waiting for bodies of loved ones

Relatives of people killed by security forces during encounters say they have little hope of justice.
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Who could be most affected by US abortion changes?

Any changes to US abortion laws will disproportionately impact younger, poorer and black women.
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The papers: Booster can stop Omicron and PM flat row 'deepens'

Saturday's papers cover the efficiency of booster jabs against Omicron and rows over PM's flat refurbishment.
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I'm treated differently to other drivers - Verstappen

Before his title-deciding race with Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen feels he is treated differently from other drivers when it comes to the rules.
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Mothers reborn: The surprising benefits of lifelike dolls

Reborn dolls are hyper-realistic dummies, treated like real children, given a birthing ceremony and even a heartbeat.
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Carolina García: The woman deciding what you watch

US-based executive Carolina García shares how she picks hit TV shows and how she plans to improve diversity both on-screen and behind the scenes.
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'The unvaccinated ask for jabs, but by then it's too late'

Many Covid patients at Newcastle's Royal Victoria Infirmary are unvaccinated - and ask to be jabbed when they come in.
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Climate change: Four cheap ways to save energy at home

Where do you lose energy in your home? Here are some tips to save energy cheaply this winter
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Madagascar food crisis: How a woman helped save her village from starvation

Loharano has avoided the fate of many in southern Madagascar through the use of new farming methods.
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Valérie Pécresse: Part-Thatcher, part-Merkel and wants to run France

Valérie Pécresse has given the Republicans a lift, and a poll suggests she could be president.
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'It was magical' - meet the first disabled crew to fly in zero-gravity

The disabled crew making space travel more inclusive for everyone.
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The country that is Europe's hub for cargo bikes

In Germany, generous subsidies are leading to more sophisticated cargo bikes.
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Where are Afghanistan's women MPs now?

Sixty of Afghanistan's 69 women MPs are scattered across the globe, but many aim to continue fighting for women's rights.
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The Papers: 'Another day, another lie' and PM 'under the cosh'

Prime Minister Boris Johnson once again features prominently on the front pages.
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Record number of children in UK held over terror crimes

It comes as police say seven late-stage UK terror plots have been foiled since the pandemic began.
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Covid: Bereaved family angry at No 10 lockdown party

Mavis Doreen D'Arcy died alone in hospital in Hull, with her family given a single hospital visit.
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Sir Phil Redmond calls for soaps to 'tackle the real social issues'

The creator of Brookside and Grange Hill calls for more gritty soap storylines as he is knighted.
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Myanmar coup: The women abused and tortured in detention

Women held for protesting against a military takeover say they were sexually assaulted and tortured.
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Downing Street party: What were the Covid rules at the time?

Any party at Downing Street would have breached the government's guidelines at the time.
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The Ashes: Ollie Robinson takes two wickets in two balls

England's Ollie Robinson takes the wickets of David Warner and Cameron Green in consecutive balls on the second day of the first Ashes Test at the Gabba.
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Afghan women: Secret diaries of changing lives

Five women's secret diary posts, sent to the BBC, reveal how deeply the Taliban takeover has affected them.
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Robin Robin: How Gillian Anderson found her inner feline

The actress on the challenges of voicing a menacing cat in the Aardman short Robin Robin.
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Covid vaccines: Why is Nigeria unable to use its supply?

It's reported that up to one million doses of Covid vaccine in Nigeria have expired and are to be destroyed.
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Covid-19: Vaccinating a city where uptake is low

Almost a third of the population of Peterborough have not received their first Covid-19 jab.
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Max Verstappen: Formula 1's 'bull fighter' & the family that shaped him

Max Verstappen was born to be an F1 driver - both his parents were racers. But his father effectively programmed him as one, too.
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'I thought I'd forever regret not taking the opportunity'

A growing number of people are deciding to switch to a career that has a positive impact.
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Eilish, cheugy and Omicron among 2021's most mispronounced words

Billie Eilish, cheugy and Glasgow also feature on a list of the words people find trickiest to say.
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Fish ‘whoops and growls’ recorded on restored reef

Recordings of fish 'whooping, croaking and growling' reveal reef coming back to life, scientists say.
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Biden warns Putin of 'strong measures' amid Ukraine invasion fears

In a call with President Biden, Russia's Vladimir Putin seeks guarantees against eastward Nato expansion.
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Pupils pressured regularly for nude photos, Estyn report finds

One girl told school inspectors that "boys ask for nudes or keep spamming your phone".
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100 Women: The former child refugee helping Afghan asylum seekers

Former child refugee Rehana Popal now helps Afghans with asylum applications.
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The ‘gals’ behind Samoa’s first woman PM

Samoa's first woman prime minister has been supported throughout her career by a group of powerful female friends.
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Reverse advent calendar: A simple idea helping Australians at Christmas

After starting her own reverse advent calendar to help others, Heather Luttrell took the idea nationwide.
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CEO Secrets: 'Call centre work trained me to be a CEO'

Steven Bartlett, the 29-year-old co-founder of Social Chain, shares his business advice.
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Throwing a tea party for children with cancer

Charity Spread a Smile has put on a tea party for seriously ill children who spent lockdown in hospital.
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How Bangladeshis are lured into slavery in Libya

A 19-year-old tells of his harrowing ordeal at the hands of traffickers who tricked him and his parents.
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Putin-Biden talks: What next for Ukraine?

Russia's president will want to register some kind of victory before his troops return, writes Jonathan Marcus.
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Indonesia's biodiesel drive is leading to deforestation

Indonesia aims to use biofuels to cut greenhouse gas emissions, but it may damage its forests in the process.
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FIA boss: Electric F1 racing is 'simply not possible'

With Formula One race distance at 200 miles, switching to electric vehicles remains a long way off.
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Christmas movie production snowballs to reach new record

The number of new festive films listed for release in 2021 is four times higher than a decade ago.
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The Papers: No 10 'party clowns' and 'a sick joke'

Wednesday's headlines focus on a video of No 10 staff joking about a party in Downing Street last year.
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Jussie Smollett testifies at trial: 'There was no hoax'

Jussie Smollett says a "massive" man in a ski mask attacked him after shouting slurs in Chicago.
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Creating hostility over sex or gender should be hate crime - report

But the Law Commission is criticised over its stance on misogyny in a wide-ranging report.
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Drug targets for prisons in England and Wales

Under new plans, each jail will be given a target on the number of drug tests that must be carried out.
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Hong Kong Covid: The Cathay pilots stuck in 'perpetual quarantine'

One Cathay Pacific pilot said he had spent almost 150 days in quarantine this year alone.
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Wall Street watchdogs probe Trump media firm deal

At the weekend the Trump Media and Technology Group said it had secured $1bn of investment.
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Mahbouba Seraj: Afghanistan is a country in trouble

Mahbouba Seraj is a prominent Afghan women’s rights activist. She has a personal message for the Taliban.
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Why I celebrated my 40th birthday with 29 hours of spin

Jackie Scully thought she wouldn't reach the age of 40, but did - marking the day with a feat of endurance.
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'I had to move across America when I became allergic to the sun'

After experiencing an unusual allergic reaction, Carrie moves across America to escape the sun.
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Landscapers: The surreal suburban murders behind a TV drama

The quietly bizarre murder story has been reimagined into a drama starring Olivia Colman.
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Covid vaccine: Why our black and South Asian friends and family still won't have a jab

Some black and South Asian people say conversations about the vaccine are "frustrating" and "tense".
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Amalia: The heir to the Dutch throne keeps it normal at 18

Princess Amalia had an ordinary childhood and wants her life to continue that way.
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Lara Croft: 25 years of Tomb Raider and a British gaming icon

The team behind Lara Croft talk to Newsbeat about her history and where she goes next.
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Ashes: England's James Anderson to miss first Test against Australia

England fast bowler James Anderson is set to miss the first Ashes Test against Australia at the Gabba.
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Afghanistan: Foreign Office chaotic during Kabul evacuation - whistleblower

Thousands of pleas for help went unread and the foreign secretary lacked urgency, an ex-official says.
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Nasa unveils new class of astronaut candidates

The six men and four women could fly to the space station and on future missions to the Moon.
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The Papers: Afghans 'left to die' and Omicron spreading rapidly

Tuesday's headlines include a former diplomat's testimony about the "chaotic" exit from Afghanistan.
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Ghislaine Maxwell 'gave schoolgirl outfit to Epstein victim'

An accuser says the socialite suggested she dress up to serve tea to paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
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Hollywood legend Mel Brooks' autobiography published

Hollywood legend Mel Brooks discusses love, life and bad taste as his autobiography is published.
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Tesco: Pre-Christmas strikes planned by 6,500 depot staff

Trade union Usdaw said 5,000 members at nine warehouses across the country will take industrial action.
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Hunting bill: NI politicians reject hunting with dogs ban

Northern Ireland is the only part of the UK where hunting wild animals with dogs is permitted.
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Ros Atkins on... the No 10 Christmas party denials

Ros Atkins looks at the gap between government assurances and available evidence.
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Aung San Suu Kyi: Myanmar court sentences ousted leader to four years jail

This is the first verdict delivered for the ex-leader, who faces a total of 11 charges.
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FARC: Colombian rebel commander 'El Paisa' killed in Venezuela

The feared ex-Farc commander had become notorious for his bloody guerrilla attacks and kidnappings.
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Pakistan: Brutal mob killing of Sri Lankan sparks protests

More than 100 have been arrested over the lynching of a Sri Lankan man accused of insulting Islam.
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Sarah Gilbert: Next pandemic could be more lethal than Covid

More funding is needed to prepare for pandemics and prevent gains from being lost, Dame Sarah Gilbert says.
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County lines: Government pledges to dismantle 2,000 gangs in drug policy overhaul

A 10-year drug strategy will also see increased investment in treatment and recovery, the government says.
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Tesco: Distribution centre workers plan pre-Christmas strikes

Up to 1,200 workers across four sites will stage walkouts over pay, according to the Unite union.
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Navy rape survivor backs civilian court trials for serious offences

The woman says there were serious failings in the handling of her rape case by a military court.
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How Lebanon's economic problems could leave Sara blind

Lebanon stopped has stopped subsidising many medical expenses, which leaves poorer patients in danger.
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World War Two pilot backs campaign to honour photographic unit

Campaigners call for a memorial to members of an RAF reconnaissance unit who died in World War Two.
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James Webb Space Telescope scientist: 'It's the future of astrophysics'

The James Webb Space Telescope is expected to be 100 times more powerful than the Hubble.
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Care homes: Following the money trail

BBC Panorama unpicks the financial webs behind leading companies, as families ask where their fees go.
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Climate change: Is ‘blue hydrogen’ Japan’s answer to coal?

The Fukushima disaster turned Japan away from nuclear. A new energy source may help it quit coal.
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The tech helping shops - and Santa - deliver this Christmas

A number of tech solutions are out there to help retailers optimise sending out our presents.
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Bob Dole: From WW2 casualty to top Republican

Long-serving senator, who recovered from terrible injuries to run for president, dies at 98
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Putin in India: What Russian president's visit means for world politics

Russia and India ties are facing challenges from fast-changing geopolitics in Asia and beyond.
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Covid in Uganda: The man whose children may never return to school

The 20-month school closure in Uganda could have a long-term impact on many lives there.
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Thomas Massie: US Congressman condemned for Christmas guns photo

The image shows Thomas Massie and his family holding firearms days after a deadly school shooting.
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Wet Leg, Pink Pantheress and Central Cee make BBC Sound of 2022 list

They're among 10 acts tipped for success in the annual BBC list, previously won by Adele and Celeste.
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HGV driver shortage: Signs pressures are easing, trade group says

Fewer drivers are leaving the profession, Logistics UK says, but more action is needed to attract recruits.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Beware cost of Christmas' and 'justice for Arthur'

Monday's headlines include warnings from scientists over the risk of a post-Christmas Covid surge.
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Manchester Arena attack: Families 'disgusted' by memorial trespassing

Fences at a site dedicated to the 22 victims of the Manchester Arena attack were pulled down on Sunday.
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Storm Arwen: Business secretary says power cuts unacceptable

The electricity supplier for the North East says 3,900 homes are still without power.
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Pope condemns treatment of migrants in Europe

Visiting a camp in Greece, Francis called on Europe to take responsibility for the situation.
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Trump social media firm raises $1bn from investors

The former US president is working to launch a social media app called Truth Social early next year.
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Norwich: 'Mr Christmas' installs 16,000 lights on his house

Mark Abbott is raising money for a charity that helped him when he was homeless 15 years ago.
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Arthur Labinjo-Hughes: National inquiry into boy's death

Lessons will be learnt to protect other children from such evil crimes, the government says.
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India Nagaland: Security forces kill 13 civilians amid ambush blunder

Home Minister Amit Shah expresses "anguish" after troops fire on miners in the country's north-east.
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Covid-19: Test changes a 'hammer blow' to travel, and the pros and cons of mandatory jabs

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.
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Head and Starc to play in first Ashes Test

Middle-order batter Travis Head and left-arm bowler Mitchell Starc will play for Australia in the first Ashes Test against England in Brisbane on Wednesday.
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Covid travel test changes a 'hammer blow' to industry

The return of pre-departure tests for travellers to the UK will come into force on 04:00 GMT Tuesday.
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Afghanistan: Taliban warned against targeting former security forces

US and allies "deeply concerned" about human rights abuses against former Afghan security forces.
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Prince William reveals emotional toll of air ambulance rescues

The Duke of Cambridge recalls taking home other people's "sadness" when he was a pilot.
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Omicron: Last-minute call on Wales Covid pass pub extension

They may be extended to pubs and restaurants due to the emergence of the Omicron variant.
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Chris Cuomo: CNN fires presenter over help he gave politician brother

The star TV presenter is sacked over efforts to help his brother defend sexual harassment claims.
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Pacific Ocean garbage patch is immense plastic habitat

Researchers discover coastal species living on debris miles from their natural surroundings.
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Newspaper headlines: Covid pill roll-out, and families' 'fury' at No 10

Sunday's papers include reports the first at-home Covid treatment could be offered before Christmas.
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'I balanced a Mini on my head'

A head balancer wants to break his 100th world record before retirement.
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South Africa: The rape survivor who convicts rapists

Rape survivor Sgt Catherine Tladi has secured several convictions for rape in South Africa's courts.
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Mandatory vaccinations: Three reasons for and against

Blanket vaccination mandates are on the agenda but do they work and what are their costs?
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I'm A Celebrity: 'Keep show in UK to help climate change'

ITV is urged to "set an example" by not flying celebrities to Australia and to base itself in Wales.
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Hand cycling has given me my freedom back

Amputee Neil Russell is planning to embark on a challenge to cycle around Scotland on his hand bike.
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Women's FA Cup final: The preparation and superstition

Radio 1 Newsbeat speaks to Chelsea stars Erin Cuthbert and Millie Bright about the final.
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Grenfell Tower: Hamilton says F1 deal with firm 'nothing' to do him

His F1 team Mercedes has been criticised for partnering with Kingspan, a firm linked to Grenfell Tower.
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Covid: GPs can defer some services in booster jab push

Practices in England can postpone minor surgery and routine health checks for over-75s, NHS chiefs say.
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Russia Ukraine: Biden warns Russia against Ukraine 'red lines'

Intelligence officials fear Russia could invade Ukraine as soon as early 2022, US media reports.
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Fraud: 'I had £18,000 stolen after my drink was spiked'

Fraudsters appear to be adopting the "sinister" tactic of spiking drinks to steal money, campaigners warn.
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Ready for power: Team Scholz promises a new Germany

Next week will see a handover of power from the Merkel era and this is what to expect.
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Bid to end visa fee for UK's foreign-born veterans

Two MPs who served in the Army want to scrap the £2,389 charge for those with five years' service.
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Bolsonaro: Brazilian Supreme Court opens investigation into vaccine comments

Brazil's president will face a Supreme Court inquiry for his falsehood about Covid-19 jabs and Aids.
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MH370: Could missing Malaysian Airlines plane finally be found?

A British engineer believes he may help solve one of the world's greatest aviation mysteries.
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Wet Leg, Central Cee and Pink Pantheress make BBC Sound of 2022 list

They're among 10 acts tipped for success in the annual BBC list, previously won by Adele and Celeste.
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Will the Conservatives hold on to traditionally-safe North Shropshire seat?

The BBC's Jonathan Blake talks to voters in the West Midlands constituency ahead of the by-election.
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Parag Agrawal: Why Indian-born CEOs dominate Silicon Valley

Parag Agrawal, Twitter's new CEO, is the latest of several Indian-Americans leading global tech firms.
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Why Ugandan troops have entered DR Congo - again

Previous incursions have led to accusations of looting and abuse, so will it be different this time?
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Saudi Arabia Grand Prix: A race for equal rights

As F1 races in Saudi Arabia, can it be a positive thing for female and LGBT rights?
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Anti-Semitism: 2021 likely to be 'the worst year on record'

BBC journalist Tom Brada, who happens to be British and Jewish, investigates what's going on.
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Ros Atkins on… America’s abortion divide

How abortion rights in the US look likely to be changed by a conservative majority Supreme Court.
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Rare turtle washes up on UK beach 4,000 miles from home

Tally the Turtle is recovering in a UK zoo awaiting a flight back to the warm waters of Mexico.
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Week in pictures: 27 November - 3 December 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.
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Weakest Link: Romesh Ranganathan 'not trying to emulate' Anne Robinson

Comedian Romesh Ranganathan is set to host a rebooted version of the BBC One quiz show.
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Brother of Amber Gibson charged with her murder

Connor Gibson was also charged with offences relating to the Sexual Offences Act 2009.
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Newspaper headlines: Omicron 'red alert', and Arthur failings probe

Several of Saturday's papers lead with scientists' warnings over the latest coronavirus variant.
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'Rock star' pandas - not exactly a love story

They arrived like rock stars 10 years ago and their love life has been the source of endless speculation.
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December rate rise hangs in balance amid Omicron

A Bank of England policymaker says he wants more data on new virus variant before rates decision.
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Biden blasted for reviving Trump's Remain in Mexico policy

Activists warn restoring 'Remain in Mexico' at the border will result in "torture, rape, and death".
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Covid: Pfizer and Moderna jabs give best overall boost, UK trial finds

Researchers say there are signs the boosters would still offer protection against new variant Omicron.
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Old Bexley and Sidcup by-election: Conservatives win seat

The south-east London by-election was prompted by the death of former MP James Brokenshire.
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Covid risk remains higher for some ethnic groups

A major report reveals who in society has been hit hardest by each wave of Covid in the UK.
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Retailers make shocking petrol profit says RAC

Fuel retailers are charging unnecessarily high prices for petrol according to the RAC motoring organisation.
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The drought ravaging East African wildlife and livestock

At least 26m people are struggling for food across northern Kenya, Somalia and southern Ethiopia.
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Covid loan anti-fraud checks inadequate, says watchdog

The government acted too slowly to stop fraudsters exploiting its Bounce Back Loan scheme, a report says.
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Wedding ring lost in Uist potato patch in 1960s is found

The ring was returned to Peggy MacSween, 86, after it was unearthed by a metal detectorist.
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The Indian granny who became literate at 104

Kuttiyamma, from the southern Indian state of Kerala, aced a government test that measures literacy.
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The Papers: 'Appalling cruelty', and jab results boost hopes

Many of Friday's papers lead with the tragic case of six-year-old Arthur Labinjo-Hughes.
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NunTok: How religion is booming on TikTok and Instagram

Nuns, imams and Buddhist monks are among those sharing successful - and often fun - short-form videos on social media.
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Quiz of the week: Who beat Taylor Swift on most streamed artist list?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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Africa's week in pictures: 26 November - 2 December 2021

A selection of the best photos from the African continent and beyond.
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Why Turkey's currency crash does not worry Erdogan

Turkey's national currency has plummeted 45% against the dollar this year
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Boxing Day: Festive film debut for Little Mix's Leigh-Anne Pinnock

Boxing Day, the first British Christmas rom-com led by an all-black cast, is released Friday 3 December.
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Broome: Diving the remnants of a WW2 attack on Australia

A WW2 air raid on Broome killed scores of people - historians say it should be better remembered.
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Ed and Elton reveal their Christmas chart contender

The pop stars have teamed up for a collaborative Christmas song - but can it get to number one?
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How to spot the software that could be spying on you

Software used to spy on someone via their phone is a growing threat and common in domestic abuse cases.
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Storm Arwen: Surviving seven days of winter without electricity

The stories from Scotland and the north of England of those with no power a week after Storm Arwen.
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Man Utd 3-2 Arsenal: Cristiano Ronaldo passes 800 goals in win tinged with controversy

Cristiano Ronaldo makes it 801 career goals as Manchester United beat Arsenal in a brilliant see-saw game that has controversy and crucial VAR decisions.
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Labour's Margaret Hodge to step down as MP for Barking

The Barking MP held ministerial posts and chaired the powerful Public Accounts Committee.
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Asbestos exposure from 20 years ago killed IT worker

Jason Williams was given months to live when he became ill due to asbestos exposure 20 years ago.
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UK approves another antibody treatment for Covid

It's called sotrovimab and should cuts the risk of severe illness, even for new variants such as Omicron, say scientists.
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Covid: Annual jabs 'for years to come' and trigger for AZ clots found

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Thursday morning.
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Louis Watkiss: Parents held son as he died in SnowDome crash

Louis Watkiss, 12, was pronounced dead in front of his father minutes after he arrived at the scene.
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Pfizer boss: Covid vaccines have saved society

In an exclusive interview, Dr Albert Bourla says jabs have saved millions of lives and trillions of dollars.
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Covid: Trigger of rare blood clots with AstraZeneca jab found by scientists

Researchers in Cardiff and the US work out how the Covid jab may be linked to the extremely rare clots.
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Firms opt for smaller Christmas parties over Omicron fears

Companies are deciding against holding a big bash in favour of allowing small, optional gatherings.
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Ministry of Defence aims to double women recruits in military by 2030

The Ministry of Defence unveils the target in response to concerns raised by a committee of MPs.
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Covid: Don't kiss strangers under mistletoe - minister

People should try to reduce Covid transmission so we can all enjoy Christmas "knees up", Therese Coffey says.
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'My teenager disappears under coats to keep warm'

A charity estimates that domestic gas bills in April will be double those of 18 months earlier.
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New plan to pay farmers who protect winter soil

The empty brown fields of winter countryside could be transformed under new land subsidy rules for England.
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Disney elects woman as chairman for first time in 98-year history

Susan Arnold, who has been a board member for 14 years, will succeed Bob Iger at the end of the year.
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Epstein accuser: Ghislaine Maxwell is a 'master manipulator'

The BBC spoke to Teresa Helm, who accused Epstein of sexually assaulting her at the age of 22.
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Meet the David Attenborough of sound

After 55 years recording the sounds of nature, Martyn Stewart is making his archive public.
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Social care: Teen twins search for personal assistant

Alex and Sam, who have spinal muscular atrophy, are struggling to find the support they need.
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Venezuela's hospital 'hell'

The healthcare system lacks equipment, buildings are crumbling and many healthcare workers have left in search of better lives.
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'How I got my dream job with a Tube station pitch'

Haider Malik landed a dream position after finding a unique way to attract employers' attention.
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‘It’s like hell in here’: The struggle to save Afghanistan's starving babies

Doctors in Afghanistan’s crisis-hit hospitals are caring for their patients in almost impossible conditions.
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Would you give 10% of your salary to charity?

A growing number of people are deciding to give up a substantial chunk of their wages.
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Will two-year football kit cycles become the norm?

Brentford FC's keeping its home shirt for two seasons - and some say other teams may follow suit.
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The Papers: 'Let it flow' and more booster jabs ordered

The front pages lead with recommendations to curb Covid cases over Christmas and extra jabs being ordered.
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