Black Lives Matter: 'Backlash has been divisive like Brexit'

People have been "shocked", "upset" and "drained" by friends' reactions to Black Lives Matter.

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Coronavirus: More than half of furloughed staff 'back at work'

A think tank suggests 4.5 million are currently furloughed as employers begin contributions today.

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Coronavirus: Locals in Cornwall 'too scared' to go shopping

Some Cornish residents say the crowds are "madness" and they are banning their children from towns.

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Dangerous heat wave forecast for south-western areas of US

Forecasters say temperatures could rise to 50C on Saturday in parts of Utah, Nevada and California.

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Whaley Bridge dam crisis: What's changed one year on?

Residents in Whaley Bridge reflect on last year's dam crisis that threatened to wipe out their town.

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Dr Fauci grilled on virus spread during protests

"You're putting words into my mouth," the US infectious disease chief says in a grilling by Congress.

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Dangerous heat wave forecast for south-western areas of US

Forecasters say temperatures could rise to 50C on Saturday in parts of Utah, Nevada and California.

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Bafta TV Awards 2020: Ten things we learned at the virtual ceremony

The night's big highlights, from DIY trophies to Kermit and Miss Piggy.

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Job-hunting: 'I apply everywhere - few firms reply'

The pandemic has created a desperate hunt for jobs in an increasingly competitive market.

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Leicester Muslims mark second Eid of extended lockdown

Leicester's religious leaders and council urge people to pray and celebrate the festival at home.

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Coronavirus: Tracking new outbreaks in the sewers

Around 15,000 new cases of the disease have been reported in Spain in the past week.

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India Atkinson: TikTok disability educator goes viral

India Atkinson's videos address misconceptions about a condition that left her without fingers on one hand.

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Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how long should I self-isolate?

The BBC’s Laura Foster explains how you can recognise the symptoms of coronavirus.

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Week in pictures: 25 July-31 July 2020

A selection of powerful news photographs taken around the world this week.

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US election 2020: The war hero who could be Biden's running mate

Senator Tammy Duckworth is an Iraq war veteran and the first Thai-American woman elected to Congress.

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James Baldwin: World's fastest gamer to real life racer

Gaming gives the 22-year-old a second chance of achieving his real life racing dreams.

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Coronavirus: The bogus meme targeting Dr Fauci, and other fake claims

A round-up of false and misleading claims circulating on American social media this week.

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Week in pictures: 25 July-31 July 2020

A selection of powerful news photographs taken around the world this week.

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Why a new generation of Thais are protesting against the government

A new political divide in Thailand has emerged between the country's youth and its older generation.

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US election 2020: The war hero who could be Biden's running mate

Senator Tammy Duckworth is an Iraq war veteran and the first Thai-American woman elected to Congress.

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India coronavirus: Gold rush as pandemic roils country's economy

As Covid-19 worsens the economic slump, Indians are returning to a trusted asset: gold.

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Phyllis Omido: The woman who won $12m fighting lead battery poisoners

Kenyan activist Phyllis Omido has been ignored, harassed and arrested, but she never gave up.

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Belarus: The mother challenging an authoritarian president

Political novice Svetlana Tikhanovskaya rallies protesters in a battle with Alexander Lukashenko.

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The 'real' threat to Russia’s former doping mastermind

The ex-mastermind of Russian sports doping, Grigory Rodchenkov, now only appears in disguise. Matt Majendie explains why.

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NBA: Basketball's unique role in the United States' discussion about racism

Basketball is perhaps the sport best placed to challenge racial inequality. Is the NBA doing it right?

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Afghanistan: At least 17 killed in Eid car blast

The explosion came on the eve of a ceasefire declared by the Taliban during the festival of Eid.

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Climate change 'driving UK's extreme weather'

Last year was remarkable for high temperatures and severe swings, according to the Met Office.

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Coronavirus: Can the chancellor save the economy from Covid-19?

Will Rishi Sunak's £190bn superpower be enough to counter the economic effects of coronavirus?

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Bafta TV Awards: Stars prepare for virtual ceremony

There is no red carpet at this year's virtual ceremony - unless the stars unfurl one in their homes.

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Universal Credit 'failing millions of people', say peers

Lords blame the design of the benefit payment for "soaring rent arrears and use of food banks".

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Prison launches take-away meal deliveries

Brixton prison is taking orders for take-aways from its professional-standard training restaurant.

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Kylie and Kendall Jenner endorsed 'knock-off' Apple products on Instagram

They promoted AirPods clones, whose design may be in breach of Apple's intellectual property rights.

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Brain tumour patient Matty gives thanks for 800 letters

Matty, 15, has received messages from astronaut Tim Peake and TV presenters Ant and Dec.

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Coronavirus: Brits, Balearics and battered businesses

Ibiza's nightclub scene has been hit hard by coronavirus, leaving people in need of support.

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'I helped Black Lives Matter without protesting'

Three people share what they have done to support Black Lives Matter without going to protests.

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Quiz of the week: Which star called out disinformation?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

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Coronavirus: Why some people want to keep working from home

Office workers in England can soon go back to their desks - but many want to keep working remotely.

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Bird in the Sky: The radio play made under a duvet

Dramatising this intriguing true story of an Awol airman involved innovation and perseverance.

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Creeper guitarist: 'I worked on the album from a psychiatric ward'

Creeper's guitarist, Ian, was sectioned last year - now they're releasing a new album.

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What exactly is a 'Karen' and where did the meme come from?

To many the Karen meme - and its male equivalent Ken - sums up a specific type of white privilege.

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What you need to become an internet streaming star

Broadcasting on services like Twitch is becoming increasingly popular - and more professional.

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Covid-19: Why Hong Kong's 'third wave' is a warning

Until recently, the city was seen as a poster child in its handling of the pandemic. What went wrong?

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What exactly is a 'Karen' and where did the meme come from?

To many the Karen meme - and its male equivalent Ken - sums up a specific type of white privilege.

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The 'real' threat to Russia’s former doping mastermind

The ex-mastermind of Russian sports doping, Grigory Rodchenkov, now only appears in disguise. Matt Majendie explains why.

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Bollywood's 'warts and all' biopic on 'human computer'

Bollywood actress Vidya Balan plays Shakuntala Devi who dazzled the world with her skill with numbers.

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The middle-css Pakistani students fighting for a homeland dream

Shahdad Mumtaz died for his beliefs. Could a missing student end up waging war on the Pakistani state?

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Yazidi children still haunted by Islamic State, Amnesty International says

Large numbers of Yazidi were killed by the Islamic State when it overran their homeland in 2014.

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Billions have been raised for racial equity groups - what comes next?

The global outpouring of giving following George Floyd's death inundated charities large and small.

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What's next after flood of US racial equity donations?

The global outpouring of giving following George Floyd's death inundated charities large and small.

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Rape convictions fall to record low in England and Wales

The Crown Prosecution Service says it is "working hard to reverse the trend".

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PM's child poverty claims 'inaccurate,' says statistics watchdog

Labour urges Boris Johnson to "correct the record" after criticism from the statistics authority.

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Extinction: Quarter of UK mammals 'under threat'

Review of UK mammals finds that a quarter of native species are at "imminent threat of extinction".

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PM hails public sector workers in drive for recruits

More police and teachers are being employed, but Labour says services had been cut "to the bone".

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Liberal Democrats: Is targeting the 'yellow halo' key to party's success?

As voting gets under way in their latest leadership contest, new research offers hope to the Lib Dems.

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Yazidi children still haunted by Islamic State, Amnesty International says

Large numbers of Yazidi were killed by the Islamic State when it overran their homeland in 2014.

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Coronavirus: UK lockdown solidarity 'starting to fray'

The public are being consulted on how to avoid community divisions opening up in the months ahead.

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Black pupils face trebled exclusion rate in some areas

An analysis shows black pupils are more likely to be excluded than their peers in most council areas.

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Coronavirus in Pakistan: Doctor's video diary of fight against pandemic

A doctor in one of Pakistan’s busiest hospitals has kept a video diary of the country’s struggle with coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: Domestic abuse - ‘You’re with each other 24/7'

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

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How to ace a video interview

A job coach offers eight tips for performing your best during a video interview.

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Black Lives Matter: Can you answer these seven questions about statues and the protests?

Take this quiz to test your knowledge of the monuments and memorials that have attracted controversy.

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Is TikTok doing enough to remove pro eating disorder content?

Radio 1 Newsbeat looks at whether the app is doing enough to remove the content.

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Inside an 'abandoned' panto warehouse

Instead of being measured up and shipped out, pantomime costumes and props fill the high shelves.

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'Bay of Piglets': A 'bizarre' plot to capture a president

How did exiled Venezuelans and former US Special Forces end up joining what looked from the outset like a suicide mission? 

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Coastal erosion: The 'forgotten' community left to fall off a cliff

As climate change hastens coastal erosion, why are some areas saved and others abandoned to the sea?

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India and China race to build along a disputed frontier

The rival nuclear powers are trying to out-build each other along their disputed Himalayan border.

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The Umbrella Academy: Where do superheroes on screen go from here?

We ask the cast of Netflix's Umbrella Academy what's next for the genre.

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The sweet smell of success: How Bulgaria took the lead in lavender

Lavender is used for cosmetics, fragrances and even, with the help of bees, to make honey.

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Jordan and Perri: Kiss breakfast hosts on 'stepping into huge shoes'

Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely on early mornings, listening figures and diversity in radio.

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'Fix your bike' website crashes as scheme launches in England

Social media users complain they can't access the government website to get a £50 bike repair voucher.

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Princess Anne: Fly-tipping 'a major irritation'

The Princess Royal has guest edited Country Life magazine ahead of her 70th birthday.

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Ecuador on alert over huge Chinese fishing fleet off Galapagos Islands

Ecuador is on alert due to the appearance of a fleet of fishing vessels off the Galapagos Islands.

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Should police be first to respond in a mental-health crisis?

Why cities in the US and Canada are eyeing removing police from front-line mental-health response.

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'My Tanzanian family is split over coronavirus'

Sammy Awami writes that his relatives are divided over the Tanzanian leader's policy on Covid-19.

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More free school meals 'would stop diet disaster'

A national food strategy for England calls for an extension of the scheme to end childhood hunger.

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Coronavirus: Business rescue package has 'delayed the inevitable'

Insolvencies slow during lockdown, but experts say the worst is yet to come.

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Coronavirus: 'Lockdown saved me from life on the streets'

Rough sleeper Simon was offered a hotel room, after the government released emergency funding to get people off the streets during lockdown.

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Coronavirus: Scaled back Hajj pilgrimage due to start in Saudi Arabia

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

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Bringing Mars back to Earth

An audacious mission to bring rock samples from Mars back to Earth is about to begin - find our more with our illustrated guide

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Pre-colonial communities’ history of gender fluidity

The BBC spoke to three people from cultures that have a long history of gender fluidity.

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Elmhurst Ballet School helping young dancers with body image

The ballet world is competitive and the pressure on young dancers to achieve the "perfect physique" is high.

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Coronavirus on campus: 'We already lost prom and graduation...'

The BBC spoke to three students about the uncertainty of schools reopening in the age of Covid-19.

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Coronavirus: 'Mum died while we were at dad's funeral'

John and Mary Boxer died within 16 days of each other, weeks before their 60th wedding anniversary.

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Spain quarantine rules: The businesses fearing for their futures

Spain's struggling tourist businesses say the UK's new quarantine rules may drive them off the edge.

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Saudi Hajj coronavirus curbs mean 'no work, no salary, nothing'

Covid-19 has hit the annual Hajj and with no international pilgrims, many firms both in Saudi and abroad are suffering.

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'Coronavirus has delayed my career prospects'

The government can retrain and support people, but are there the jobs to provide employment?

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Malta: The island hoping to be 2020's festival hotspot

Malta is set to host four festivals over the coming months after British events were cancelled.

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International students turn to food banks in lockdown

Hundreds of international students are unable afford fees, food or rent as funds dry up due to virus.

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Staycation: 'I would if I could find somewhere'

Holiday rental firms and hotels are reporting unprecedented demand with accommodation filling up fast.

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Coronavirus: Scaled back Hajj pilgrimage due to start in Saudi Arabia

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

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Spain quarantine rules: The businesses fearing for their futures

Spain's struggling tourist businesses say the UK's new quarantine rules may drive them off the edge.

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Saudi Hajj coronavirus curbs mean 'no work, no salary, nothing'

Covid-19 has hit the annual Hajj and with no international pilgrims, many firms both in Saudi and abroad are suffering.

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Women working more paid hours as men work less

Men are spending more time on childcare and housework than in the 1970s, but women still do the bulk.

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India Covid-19: Delhi's mask-averse shoppers worry officials

Delhi is slowly reopening as the government starts to ease Covid-19 restrictions.

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Google's new transatlantic data cable to land in Cornwall

The tech giant plans a new high-end transatlantic data cable to go from the US to Bude, in Cornwall.

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Australia's fires 'killed or harmed three billion animals'

The recent bushfires were "one of the worst wildlife disasters in modern history", conservationists say.

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Google's new transatlantic data cable to land in Cornwall

The tech giant plans a new high-end transatlantic data cable to go from the US to Bude, in Cornwall.

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Coronavirus: Spanish PM's anger and translation efforts criticised

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Tuesday morning.

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Government 'failing to prioritise tackling racism', says watchdog boss

The head of the UK's equality watchdog says ministers should come up with a "coherent strategy".

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Najib Razak: Former Malaysian PM guilty on all charges in corruption trial

Najib Razak guilty of seven charges in the first of several multi-million dollar corruption trials.

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Republicans introduce $1tn pandemic recovery plan

The proposal would cut a $600 boost to unemployment benefits that has been paid during the pandemic.

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Najib Razak: Former Malaysian PM guilty on all charges in corruption trial

Najib Razak guilty of seven charges in the first of several multi-million dollar corruption trials.

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Coronavirus: UK quarantine restrictions unjust - Spain PM

Pedro Sánchez says most areas are safer than the UK, and he hopes for a rethink on the Covid rules.

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Coronavirus: Foreign Office repatriation help 'too slow'

Many Britons abroad felt forgotten by the Foreign Office as the crisis unfolded, says MPs' report.

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Coronavirus: Spanish PM says UK travel restrictions 'unjust'

Pedro Sánchez says most parts of Spain are safer than the UK, and he hopes there will be a rethink.

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Portland protests: US attorney general to condemn attacks on buildings

In congressional testimony, William Barr will defend sending federal security forces to the city.

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New Zealand suspends Hong Kong extradition treaty

The country follows Australia and the UK in its response to China's new national security law.

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New Zealand suspends Hong Kong extradition treaty

The country follows Australia and the UK in its response to China's new national security law.

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Coronavirus: Safety fears over lack of translated virus advice

A charity says informing the UK's non-English speakers about Covid-19 is a government "blind spot".

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Coronavirus: 'We’re still waiting at home for them to come back'

While Latinos represent 18% of the total US population, they account for 34% of cases.

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The assistant headteachers aiming to increase BAME representation

Aretha and Youlande set up Mindful Equity UK to tackle the lack of BAME teachers in leadership roles.

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Coronavirus: When home is both prison and sanctuary

Photographer Jo De Banzie records life during the coronavirus lockdown, using an antique camera.

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Kylie Moore-Gilbert: Lecturer jailed in Iran 'moved to remote prison'

British-Australian woman Kylie Moore-Gilbert is reportedly moved to a notorious prison in the desert.

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Coronavirus: How it turned the tables on Ghana's diaspora

Coronavirus has given Ghanaians a new perspective on the pull of living abroad.

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Indian Matchmaking: The 'cringe-worthy' Netflix show that is a huge hit

Indian Matchmaking, a new Netflix show, has become a huge hit, spawning hundreds of memes and jokes.

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Coronavirus: Obesity strategy, Spain quarantine and Wales lockdown easing

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Monday morning.

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Virtual kidnapping: Chinese students in Australia targeted in scam

Students in Australia are coerced into faking their own kidnappings in the extortion scheme.

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Coronavirus: Vietnam alarm after first cases in months

The four locally transmitted cases in Da Nang prompt a tourism ban and renewed prevention measures.

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Huawei holds summit as global pressure grows

The event comes after China's state media said HSBC played a role in the arrest of Huawei's finance chief.

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Hong Kong launches share index of technology giants

Investors will now have greater access to Chinese tech firms including Alibaba, China's answer to Amazon.

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Coronavirus: Vietnam alarm after first cases in months

The four locally transmitted cases in Da Nang prompt a tourism ban and renewed prevention measures.

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Huawei holds summit as global pressure grows

The event comes after China's state media said HSBC played a role in the arrest of Huawei's finance chief.

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Hong Kong launches share index of technology giants

Investors will now have greater access to Chinese tech firms including Alibaba, China's answer to Amazon.

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Coronavirus: Labour urges support for quarantining workers

Labour calls for contingency plans to support people returning to the UK from Spain.

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Sudan to send more troops to Darfur after deadly attacks

More than 80 people were killed in two attacks in Sudan's restive western region, the UN says.

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US diplomats to leave consulate in Chengdu in tit-for-tat closures

China's decision to close the US mission came after the US shut China's consulate in Houston.

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Sutton murder arrest after woman hit by van dies

Stella Frew was pronounced dead at the scene after being struck by a van on Friday.

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Coronavirus: Beauty salons and tattooists in Wales reopen

Beauty salons are reopening but people may have to wait longer for fillers and eyebrow treatments.

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Coming out at 90 years old... to my gay daughter

While writing his memoirs in lockdown, Kenneth Felts opened up to his daughter about his first love.

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The gravedigger’s truth: Hidden coronavirus deaths

Somalia has fewer than 100 official Covid-19 deaths. But its cemeteries tell a different story.

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Terry O'Neill: Capturing celebrity

An exhibition brings together the late photographer Terry O'Neill's memories behind his celebrity images.

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Iraq War: 'I am here today because another man died'

A photographer's decision to capture an image during the Iraq War changed not only his life - but the lives of the marines with him.

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Heathrow Airport brings in robots to fight coronavirus

The airport has installed a number of tech-based measures to help keep travellers safe.

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Coronavirus: How bad will winter really be?

Could we be heading for a double whammy of flu and coronavirus?

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Will vaccine sceptics make trials a headache?

The NHS soon needs to start flu vaccinations and Covid vaccine trials - but anti-vax attitudes seem to be spreading.

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'I started a fashion business from two suitcases'

From $800 of clothes in a suitcase to a ticket to Milan Fashion Week.

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The children of Korean War prisoners who never came home

South Korea largely forgot its prisoners of war. Now their children are fighting for recognition.

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US diplomats to leave consulate in Chengdu in tit-for-tat closures

China's decision to close the US mission came after the US shut China's consulate in Houston.

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Peter Green death: Mick Fleetwood leads tributes to 'dearest friend'

The drummer co-founded Fleetwood Mac with the blues rock guitarist, who has died aged 73.

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North Korea on alert over 'first suspected coronavirus case'

State media say a defector who returned from South Korea has Covid-19 symptoms.

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North Korea on alert over 'first suspected coronavirus case'

State media say a defector who returned from South Korea has Covid-19 symptoms.

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Hurricane Hanna batters southern Texas

A disaster declaration is issued for 32 counties, amid warnings of a life-threatening storm surge.

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Coronavirus: 'Devastated' travellers react to Spain quarantine rules

Holidaymakers arriving in the UK from Spain and its islands must self-isolate for 14 days.

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Hurricane Hanna batters southern Texas

A disaster declaration is issued for 32 counties, amid warnings of a life-threatening storm surge.

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John Lewis: Mourners pay tributes to US civil rights icon

The last of America's Big Six civil rights leaders died on 17 July of pancreatic cancer, aged 80.

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Nearly 200 released sex offenders had nowhere to live

Almost 200 sex offenders were released from prison in a year without anywhere to live.

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Thai gay activists raise Pride flags in Bangkok

The rally in Thailand's capital is the latest in a series of youth-led pro-democracy protests.

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Nasa Mars rover: Meteorite to head home to Red Planet

The Perseverance robot will take Martian rock with it when it launches from Earth on Thursday.

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The sisters regrowing forests helped by their dogs

Francisca and Constanza Torres and their three dogs, are planting seeds in areas of Chile devastated by wildfires.

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Saving India's traditional rice varieties

Scientist Debal Deb is fighting to save thousands of India's traditional rice varieties.

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Paris police step up anti-noise patrols

After the birdsong and the silence, the sound of engines and sirens seems all the more invasive.

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Coronavirus: Your pictures on the theme of 'homegrown'

A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "home-grown".

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'Injured bats hide under my sofa'

Jenny Harris believes people should celebrate the often maligned mammals.

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The dying teenager who wanted world peace (and love)

An American teen with cancer went to Moscow in 1988 hoping to meet Gorbachev and rid the world of nukes.

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Coronavirus: 'Soft play is heading for a cliff edge'

With no date for reopening, children's play centres are closing and hundreds more are under threat.

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Coronavirus: What would working from home in Barbados really be like?

Tempted by the scheme that lets foreigners "work from home" in Barbados? Here's what you need to know.

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The frustration of trying to invest in my hometown

Would-be investors in US black neighbourhoods say they still face significant financial barriers.

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Lupe Fiasco: America's influence in the world is 'dwindling'

Lupe Fiasco says America's influence in the world is "dwindling".

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Viewpoint from Sudan - where black people are called slaves

The use of racial slurs in Sudan shows how deeply entrenched racism is there, writes Zeinab Mohammed Salih.

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No end to Covid-19 webcam shortage

The video-call boom means that, months into the pandemic, it is still hard to buy many webcam models.

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John Lewis: Mourners pay tributes to US civil rights icon

The last of America's Big Six civil rights leaders died on 17 July of pancreatic cancer, aged 80.

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Amazon, Google and Wish remove neo-Nazi products

A BBC investigation finds white-supremacist books and merchandise for sale on top retail platforms.

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Coronavirus: Passport renewals to be fast-tracked amid backlog

More than 400,000 documents are yet to sent out because of fewer staff due to the Covid pandemic.

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Small music venues in England get £2.2m emergency government funding

Up to 150 English venues will get help to stop them going to the wall after four months with no gigs.

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Dog meat: Koreans are divided over the issue

Eating dog meat has become controversial within South Korea as growing numbers own dogs as pets.

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Week in pictures: 18 July-24 July 2020

A selection of powerful news photographs taken around the world this week.

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Coronavirus: My pregnancy in a pandemic

Two women document their birth stories for the BBC, to show what it’s like to have a baby in a pandemic.

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'Maskne' and bold makeup: How masks are changing how we look

Face masks are everywhere - and with them, the rise of "maskne" and new mask-friendly makeup trends.

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Coronavirus: The vulnerable mum and daughter continuing to shield

A mother and daughter say they will continue to shield despite restrictions easing on 1 August.

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From Yemen to Wales: 'I thought I would die under that lorry'

Forced to flee for his life, Mujahed Aqlan relives his perilous journey across Europe as a teenager.

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Boohoo: Five things you may not know about the fashion firm

The Instagram-friendly fashion brand has seen a rapid rise, but could its success be under threat?

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Coronavirus: The week when everything changed for Trump

The president underwent a series of U-turns in an effort to save his re-election chances.

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WhereIsMyName: Afghan women campaign for the right to reveal their name

Afghan women are often forced to keep their name secret, even from doctors. But some are fighting back.

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Did Bournemouth beach crowds spread coronavirus?

One month ago, thousands of people visited a beach in Bournemouth, but did they spread coronavirus?

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Gyms and mental health: 'I can't wait to be back on the squat rack'

With gyms set to reopen, three people tell Radio 1 Newsbeat how exercise helps their mental health.

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Singapore man admits being Chinese spy in US

A court hearing is the latest incident as tensions rise between the US and China in recent days.

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Amazon, Google and Wish remove neo-Nazi products

A BBC investigation finds white-supremacist books and merchandise for sale on top retail platforms.

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Coronavirus: The week when everything changed for Trump

The president underwent a series of U-turns in an effort to save his re-election chances.

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Brazil's racial reckoning: 'Black lives matter here, too'

Police killed nearly six times as many people as in the US last year, and most of them were black.

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Why US-China relations are at their lowest point in decades

Tensions between the US and China are escalating at a dizzying pace. So what will happen next?

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WhereIsMyName: Afghan women campaign for the right to reveal their name

Afghan women are often forced to keep their name secret, even from doctors. But some are fighting back.

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Papa Shirandula: Kenyan actor Charles Bukeko remembered

The BBC's Ferdinand Omondi, a former soap actor himself, remembers an infectious comedic talent.

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Indonesia vows to end practice of bride kidnapping

On an island east of Bali, women are still being abducted for marriage. Now, there is hope it may end.

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By bike, boat and horseback: Epic coronavirus journeys home

With flights grounded and borders closed, these travellers took incredible steps to get home.

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China Tells US to Close Consulate in Chengdu in Growing Spat

China ordered the United States on Friday to close its consulate in the western city of Chengdu, ratcheting up a diplomatic conflict at a time when relations have sunk to their lowest level in decades.

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PM to target junk food ads in obesity crackdown

Measures to curb obesity are yet to be finalised but could include a ban on junk food TV ads before 21:00.

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What will it take to stop India's police brutality?

Two recent cases have once again highlighted the problem of police brutality in the country.

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Coronavirus: Face coverings, flu vaccines and lockdown babies

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Friday morning.

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Fury over 'significant' delays to driving licences

Drivers are fuming as delays mount at the DVLA, with stories of lost documents and delayed driving licences.

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'They said I'd be cleaning toilets so I quit'

Retail staff returning to work are being asked to take on new duties - and they have mixed feelings about it.

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'We can't afford to keep giving NHS discounts'

Some business owners said they have been asked up to 100 times for deductions on food bills by NHS staff over the lockdown.

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US consulate: China orders US consulate closure in tit-for-tat move

The move comes days after the US ordered China to close its consulate in Houston.

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Hagia Sophia: Former Istanbul museum to open for Muslim worshippers

The former museum will open to worshippers for the first time after being turned back into a mosque.

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Taiwan laundry: Elderly models are unexpected Instagram hit

A man's wish to stop his grandparents being bored leads to unexpected fame and new happiness.

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US consulate: China orders US consulate closure in tit-for-tat move

The move comes days after the US ordered China to close its consulate in Houston.

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Taiwan laundry: Elderly models are unexpected Instagram hit

A man's wish to stop his grandparents being bored leads to unexpected fame and new happiness.

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Hagia Sophia: Former Istanbul museum to open for Muslim worshippers

The former museum will open to worshippers for the first time after being turned back into a mosque.

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Behrouz Boochani: Refugee author granted asylum in New Zealand

Behrouz Boochani was held on Manus Island for six years under Australia's harsh asylum policy.

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Harry and Meghan sue over 'drone photos' of son Archie

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex claim pictures of Archie were taken at their US home during lockdown.

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Coronavirus: New face covering rules come into force in England

Customers in shops, banks, post offices and takeaways are among those who must now wear masks.

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Most people in England to be offered flu vaccine

About 30 million people - including everyone over the age of 50 - will be able to have the vaccine.

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How not to wear a face mask

New rules mean face coverings are now mandatory in England in all shops.

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Coronavirus: Question mark over 2021 Tokyo Olympics

The Olympics are now one year away - again - but some athletes fear that they won't happen at all.

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Coronavirus: Mothers 'unlikely to infect newborns'

Infected women can stay with and breastfeed their babies if safety measures are taken, a study says.

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Dame Jenni Murray to leave Woman's Hour

The broadcaster says it is "time to move on" from the Radio 4 show after 33 years.

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Coronavirus: Lost school time 'will hurt economy for 65 years' - study

The disruption to schools in the pandemic will cause long-term damage, says Royal Society.

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Reopening US schools 'makes our kids guinea pigs'

Florida's decision to reopen all brick and mortar schools in August caused a teacher backlash.

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Premier League club almost lost £1m to hackers

A Premier League club was close to losing £1 million during a transfer deal due to cyber hackers.

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Coronavirus: South Korea in recession as exports at 57-year low

It joins a growing list of trade-reliant countries that have seen their economies slump.

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George Floyd murder suspect Derek Chauvin charged with tax evasion

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is charged with multiple counts of tax evasion.

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George Floyd murder suspect Derek Chauvin charged with tax evasion

Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is charged with multiple counts of tax evasion.

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Madeleine McCann suspect investigated over rape link

Portuguese police are investigating if a suspect in the case may be linked to a rape three years before.

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Coronavirus: UK foreign aid spending cut by £2.9bn amid economic downturn

MPs criticise the government for rushing out the decision as Parliament breaks for the summer.

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Coronavirus: Government 'too slow to help at-risk arts', say MPs

A committee of MPs says Covid-19 risks causing "a cataclysm in the arts and cultural space".

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Cutting screen time lowers risk of death, study finds

Research from the University of Glasgow finds watching two hours or less of television a day could minimize health risks.

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Chancellor 'turning his back' on people needing virus support

MPs say Rishi Sunak has "effectively drawn a line" under helping 1m people needing virus support.

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OneWeb: Minister overrode warning about £400m investment

MPs will probe a £400m investment in the satellite firm after a top civil servant warned of financial risk.

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Canada court rules US 'not safe' for asylum seekers

The US violates the human rights of asylum seekers by imprisoning them, a Canadian judge rules.

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How long does it take to get to Mars - and why is it so difficult?

Summer 2020 is a popular time for missions to Mars because of the way the planets align - but how long does it take to get there?

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QAnon, coronavirus and the conspiracy cult

The bizarre, fringe theory has surged in popularity in the US during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Taika Waititi on charity, homeschooling, racism and Star Wars

Thor and Jojo Rabbit filmmaker Taika Waititi tells BBC News what life has been like during lockdown

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'I just love helping, I'm not ready to give it up'

Dr Melissa Freeman is a doctor in New York City who has been practising for 65 years. The BBC spoke to her about her journey into medicine.

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Coronavirus: People with learning difficulties 'at risk of falling through cracks'

A survey suggests that only 5% of disabled people feel safe to come out of lockdown.

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Birmingham students' pain to be the best at Bhangra

One dancer compares the bid to beat competition rivals with going to war.

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Top 10 tips for diversifying your workplace

How can firms diversify workplaces? Race equality business champion Karen Blackett has some tips.

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Abood Hamam: 'A picture can kill you or save your life'

For years Abood Hamam sent war photos out of Syria anonymously. Now he's using his name, and urging exiles to return.

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Anthony Walker: How a life lost in racist killing has been imagined for TV

A TV drama imagines the future life of Anthony Walker, who was killed in a racist attack in 2005.

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We built a recording studio to take on music industry

New research suggests the industry is still an old boys club.

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George Floyd death: The other names we're also hearing now

For some bereaved relatives fighting for justice the spotlight can be welcome, but it's still painful

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One Direction: 10 years of the band - in pictures

An anniversary look back at the boy band, from being talent show hopefuls to world pop sensations.

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Archer says sport is 'fickle' and reports racist social media abuse

England's Jofra Archer says sport is "fickle" and reveals he has reported racist abuse on social media before the third Test against West Indies.

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Arteta says season 'not good enough' as Gunners certain of worst finish for 25 years

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal's season "is not good enough for this club" after defeat at Aston Villa confirms the Gunners' worst finish since 1995.

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Sydney police 'asked woman to remove tampon' in strip-search

A review into police conduct during five controversial strip-searches has called for an official apology.

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NWSL: Serena Williams & Natalie Portman invest in new LA women's football team

A group including Serena Williams is to fund a new Los Angeles-based women's team set to launch in time for the National Women's Soccer League in spring 2022.

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Anti-Semitism: Labour whistleblower lawsuit expected to be settled

The party is being sued for defamation by ex-staff who spoke out last year about handling of complaints.

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Home insulation scheme must guarantee high-quality work, say campaigners

Homeowners using a energy efficiency grant must be protected from bad quality work, campaigners say.

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Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong: ‘A few cars are following me’

Joshua Wong believes he is now being followed, after the new security law was passed by China.

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Matiullah Jan: Pakistan anger as video shows reporter's abduction

Matiullah Jan, a prominent journalist, was missing for hours, but is now back home.

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Coronavirus: Airlines call for joint US-European testing scheme

Major carriers in the US and Europe want a coordinated programme to get passengers flying again.

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Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong: ‘A few cars are following me’

Joshua Wong believes he is now being followed, after the new security law was passed by China.

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Britney Spears: What exactly is the #FreeBritney campaign?

The superstar's conservatorship and the social media movement - explained.

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UK firms still operating at half pre-virus capacity, says BCC

Survey finds worries about consumer demand and local lockdowns is hindering a full re-start of operations.

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Russia report: UK considers tougher security laws after criticism by MPs

It comes as the government prepares to face questions in the Commons over the threat posed by Russia.

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QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory

The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to "offline harm".

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QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory

The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to "offline harm".

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Trump pivots: 'I'm getting used to the mask'

The president urged Americans to wear a face covering, having previously disparaged them as unsanitary.

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Belarus election: Snatched from the streets in Europe's 'last dictatorship'

Activists and journalists are being rounded up and jailed in Belarus ahead of next month’s elections.

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Belarus election: Snatched from the streets in Europe's 'last dictatorship'

Activists and journalists are being rounded up and jailed in Belarus ahead of next month’s elections.

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Amazon-owned firm in Black Lives Matter legal claim

Whole Foods supermarket accused of discriminating against black staff over BLM face masks.

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Portland protests: US federal agents 'will not retreat', Chad Wolf says

Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf says officers will not leave the city until violence stops.

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Toronto 'Chair Girl' spared jail for 2019 chair stunt

A video of Marcella Zoia throwing a chair from a Toronto high-rise onto a highway went viral.

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Coronavirus in Scotland: Beauticians, nail salons and tattoo parlours reopen

Scotland continues to relax lockdown rules as more restrictions are lifted across the country.

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Coronavirus: How Joe Wicks' fitness workouts 'changed my life'

As the Body Coach ends his live morning workouts, people explain what the sessions have meant to them.

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Woman takes selfie as wild bear sniffs her hair

This brown bear definitely was not social distancing as he pawed at an incredibly calm park visitor.

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Coronavirus: Virus misinformation, workers' pay rise and herd immunity

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Tuesday morning.

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UK debt climbs in June amid coronavirus pandemic

Government borrowing hit £35.5bn last month, five times more than in June last year.

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Afrobeats: New chart names genre's biggest artists in the UK

J Hus, Burna Boy and NSG top the list, which will be announced on BBC Radio 1Xtra on Sunday.

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M&S: Five reasons the retailer is struggling

M&S has brought forward plans to cut jobs in the pandemic, but its problems date back much further.

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Dreamworld accident: Operator charged over Australian theme park deaths

Four people were crushed to death on a water ride at the Australian theme park in 2016.

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Coronavirus: India's biggest airline IndiGo to cut 10% of staff

The low cost carrier is the latest airline to make cuts as coronavirus-related restrictions hit demand.

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Coronavirus: EU leaders reach recovery deal after marathon summit

Summit chairman Charles Michel says the deal by the 27-nation bloc is a "pivotal moment" for Europe.

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Coronavirus: EU leaders reach recovery deal after marathon summit

Summit chairman Charles Michel says the deal by the 27-nation bloc is a "pivotal moment" for Europe.

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'Fighting to prove we're British'

Three people struggling to secure their lives in the UK after learning they're not legally British.

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China warns UK of 'consequences' over Hong Kong 'interference'

The Chinese ambassador in London says the UK has "blatantly interfered" in China's internal affairs.

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China warns UK of 'consequences' over Hong Kong 'interference'

The Chinese ambassador in London says the UK has "blatantly interfered" in China's internal affairs.

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Michigan judge refuses to free girl in missed homework case

The decision to send the 15-year-old girl to juvenile detention has sparked protests in the US.

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Russia report: Long-awaited probe due into interference in UK

A new report based on secret intelligence assesses the extent of Russian interference in UK affairs.

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Coronavirus: Almost 900,000 public sector workers get above-inflation pay rise

Doctors, teachers and police officers are among those who will be rewarded for their work in the pandemic.

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Portland protests: Trump threatens to send officers to more US cities

The president said more officers would be sent to a number of cities run by "liberal Democrats".

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River Thames 'severely polluted with plastic'

The Thames has some of the highest recorded levels of microplastics in the world, a study says.

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Coronavirus: Harmful lies spread easily due to lack of UK law

MPs say the government must publish a draft bill to tackle online harms by the autumn.

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Delyn MP Rob Roberts invited intern to 'fool around' with him

Rob Roberts is facing allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards two junior parliamentary staff.

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New penalties proposed for rule-breaking MPs

The Commons standards committee says a wider range of penalties is required to effectively punish MPs.

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St Louis couple charged for pointing guns at protesters

Mark and Patricia McCloskey are charged with unlawful use of a weapon over the incident in St Louis.

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Coronavirus could lead to thousands more cancer deaths

Disruption to essential cancer services means treatable tumours will have been missed, experts say.

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'This is our final showdown with Uber, and the stakes are high'

After a five-year legal battle, Uber drivers will learn whether they will be recognised as employees.

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Coronavirus: Data breach, young on benefits and insurance test case

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak this Monday morning.

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Coronavirus: Wrangling over huge EU recovery plan enters fourth day

EU leaders are still struggling to reach a deal on a recovery fund, with deep differences remaining.

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New Zealand: New volcano alert system 'could have warned of White Island eruption'

They say their system could have given 16 hours warning of the deadly White Island eruption of 2019.

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Coronavirus: Wrangling over huge EU recovery plan enters fourth day

EU leaders are still struggling to reach a deal on a recovery fund, with deep differences remaining.

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Coronavirus: China's cinemas start to reopen after shutdowns

The country is the second largest film market in the world after the US, with a box office of $9.2bn in 2019.

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New Zealand: New volcano alert system 'could have warned of White Island eruption'

They say their system could have given 16 hours warning of the deadly White Island eruption of 2019.

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Coronavirus: China's cinemas start to reopen after shutdowns

The country is the second largest film market in the world after the US, with a box office of $9.2bn in 2019.

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Hong Kong: UK set to suspend extradition treaty with ex-colony

It comes amid rising tensions between London and Beijing over a controversial national security law.

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US election 2020: Kanye West launches unconventional bid for presidency

Fans have questioned whether the rapper's last-minute bid for the presidency is genuine.

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Test case on virus insurance payouts to begin

The case will rule whether many businesses should get payouts for damage caused by the pandemic.

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US election 2020: Kanye West launches unconventional bid for presidency

Fans have questioned whether the rapper's last-minute bid for the presidency is genuine.

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Coronavirus: Young people on benefits double in lockdown

Experts fear it may take up to four years for youth unemployment to recover from the pandemic.

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Red kite 30-year Chilterns project a 'conservation success'

The "near-extinct" species is thriving 30 years after being reintroduced in England.

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Coronavirus: Student health workers on the Covid front line

How four healthcare students joined 40,000 others in volunteering to join the NHS's fight against the pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Social distancing for the visually impaired in Italy

A photo series highlights the challenges faced by those with visual impairment in Italy.

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Coronavirus: Lessons from 2008 for the class of 2020

Advice for people leaving education on how to handle employment prospects in the wake of coronavirus.

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Gaza's disturbing rise in suicides

The sudden death of a 25-year-old activist has brought suicide into the spotlight.

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The Mongolian Rooney, the thief, and the fightback

A fake agent stole $6,000 from a teenager with ambitions to become a footballer - then he fought back.

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Don Black: Why he has you singing with the stars

The lyricist on writing the words to many of the big hits in the worlds of music, theatre and film.

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Coronavirus: 'Thousands came to Bournemouth but the town was dead'

The beach has been packed, but Covid-19 could be the 'nail in the coffin' for some high street shops.

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'I was standing at the wrong end of a machine gun'

Sir Jack Petchey built a huge property empire and his own charity, but it was not all plain sailing.

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Danish murder on Bornholm island raises tension in race debate

Police and prosecutors rule out racism, but activists ask if hate crimes are being properly investigated.

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Coronavirus in South Asia: Is a lack of testing hiding scale of the outbreak?

India has emerged as a hotspot, but new cases in neighbouring countries appear to be on the decline.

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Texas Pastor Ed Young Warns 'Woke' Christians Against Jumping on 'Cultural Hype Trains'

Ed Young chuckled to himself, realizing the backlash he’d soon receive for warning “woke” Christians against jumping too quickly onto “cultural hype trains.”

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China's ambassador challenged on treatment of Uighurs

China's ambassador to the UK is confronted with drone footage that appears to show Uighurs being blindfolded and led to trains.

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Hundreds attend illegal rave at RAF Charmy Down near Bath

The gathering near Bath, which drew complaints from people as far away as Bristol, is ongoing.

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Nantes cathedral volunteer detained after fire

The Rwandan refugee was responsible for closing up the cathedral the day before the fire.

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Brighton Royal Sussex hospital staff member injured in stabbing

A man is arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after the attack in a hospital in Brighton.

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England v West Indies: Ben Stokes drops Alzarri Joseph as England miss early chance

England miss a golden opportunity early on day four as Ben Stokes drops a catch at second slip off the West Indies' Alzarri Joseph during the second Test at Old Trafford.

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China's ambassador challenged on treatment of Uighurs

China's ambassador to the UK is confronted with drone footage that appears to show Uighurs being blindfolded and led to trains.

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China floods: Huai river alert level raised amid heavy rains

Heavy rains have swept across China for weeks, from the southwest to the east coast.

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John Lewis: 'He was fighting for justice when it wasn't cool'

Atlanta residents pay tribute to civil rights icon John Lewis.

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Coronavirus: Daily update as Boris Johnson rejects second national lockdown

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus outbreak today.

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Coronavirus: EU leaders start third day of recovery talks

As global cases rise by record numbers, EU leaders struggle to reach a deal on a recovery package.

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Coronavirus: EU leaders start third day of recovery talks

As global cases rise by record numbers, EU leaders struggle to reach a deal on a recovery package.

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Portland protests: Oregon state files lawsuit against federal US government

The state attorney general accuses the federal government of violating citizens' rights in protests.

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Portland protests: Oregon state files lawsuit against federal US government

The state attorney general accuses the federal government of violating citizens' rights in protests.

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Coronavirus: Northumberland holiday home for sick children remains closed

A holiday home for families with ill children remains closed until next year due to coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: WHO reports record single-day global increase in cases

The number of new cases has surpassed 250,000 in a day, the World Health Organization says.

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Coronavirus: Boris Johnson 'does not want second national lockdown'

Having the option of a nationwide shutdown is like a "nuclear deterrent", the prime minister says.

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Live gigs are back - but can they really work with social distancing?

An Elton John tribute is one of the first acts to perform in front of an audience since lockdown.

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Coronavirus: WHO reports record single-day global increase in cases

The number of new cases has surpassed 250,000 in a day, the World Health Organization says.

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Mark Drakeford 'will not serve whole Senedd term'

The first minister says it will "be time for somebody else to have a chance to do this job".

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Changing Places toilets for disabled people to be compulsory

Campaigners say rules for Changing Places toilets in new buildings are "nothing short of life changing".

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Suffolk Punch horse born using sex-sorted sperm technology

The filly is the first in the UK to be born using sex-sorted sperm to determine its gender.

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'I was found as a baby wrapped in my mum's coat – but who am I?'

For 70 years Tony May knew nothing about where he came from, except that he'd been left on the bank of the Thames.

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Coronavirus: Inside Germany's largest airport during the pandemic

The BBC takes a look at how Frankfurt is managing to record only 5-6 new coronavirus cases a day.

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US civil rights icon John Lewis dies

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

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Obituary: Representative John Lewis

John Lewis forged his legacy as a champion for civil rights and racial equality in the 1960s.

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Coronavirus: Councils in England get new powers for local shutdowns

They can now target coronavirus outbreaks at local level, cancelling events and shutting premises.

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Civil rights icon and congressman John Lewis dies aged 80

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

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Federal agents 'abuse power' in Portland protester arrests

Men wearing camouflage and driving unmarked cars grabbed demonstrators without explanation.

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Why I fell in love with Irish dancing

Morgan Bullock was accused of "cultural appropriation" after a video of her Irish dancing went viral.

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Unflustered news anchor loses tooth live on air

Marichka Padalko simply put the tooth in her hand and continued presenting the news.

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US military effectively bans Confederate flag with new policy

The flag of pro-slavery states during the US Civil War is no longer authorised on military property.

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Coronavirus: Donald Trump vows not to order Americans to wear masks

His remarks come as infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci urged people to wear face coverings.

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Coronavirus: US v other countries... did it mess up its reopening?

By the time most Americans emerged from lockdown restrictions, a second surge was already under way.

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Week in pictures: 11-17 July 2020

A selection of powerful news photographs taken around the world this week.

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Social media influencers warned against promoting fake brands

Trading standards and police are warning social media influencers against promoting fake brands.

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Coronavirus tests: Swabs don't damage the brain and other claims fact-checked

False rumours that coronavirus tests can be harmful have circulated in several different languages.

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Rockfield Studios: Where Ozzy, Oasis, Queen and Coldplay took off

The studio on the Welsh-English border which has been the hangout for rock royalty for 60 years.

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Netflix Cursed: Could the cast survive medieval times?

As new medieval fantasy Cursed launches, we ask the cast how they'd have coped living in the past.

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My Money: 'My house looks happy'

Anna Josse Eklund from Sweden takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Donald Trump vows not to order Americans to wear masks

His remarks come as infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci urged people to wear face coverings.

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Coronavirus tests: Swabs don't damage the brain and other claims fact-checked

False rumours that coronavirus tests can be harmful have circulated in several different languages.

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How a Colombian market is using AI to combat Covid-19 outbreaks

Markets have been virus hotspots in Colombia, so one of them is trying a new way to curb the spread.

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Could Canada's worst mass shooting have been avoided?

Questions still remain three months after Gabriel Wortman went on a rampage across Nova Scotia.

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My Money: 'My house looks happy'

Anna Josse Eklund from Sweden takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Is COVID-19 Causing a Church Crisis? Almost Two-Thirds of US Churches Report Drop in Giving

America's churches could be facing a critical COVID-19 financial crisis.

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Blackpool's Central Pier: Fire crews tackle blaze

Fire crews called to the scene found a workshop and ride well alight at about 03:00 BST.

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Real Madrid win La Liga for 34th time

Real Madrid wrap up their first La Liga title in three years as they beat Villarreal at the Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium.

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British Airways retires entire 747 fleet after travel downturn

British Airways is permanently grounding its jumbo jets which it nicknamed "the queen of the skies".

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New South Wales erosion: Huge swells leave homes at risk of collapse

Huge waves have lashed the New South Wales coastline this week, causing erosion beneath homes.

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Hospital wedding for terminally ill patient

When Tash Young was given weeks to live, she was determined to marry her boyfriend before she died.

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In pictures: How coronavirus swept through Brazil

As the country passes 2m cases, we tell the story of how the outbreak spread in pictures.

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Coronavirus: UN makes record $10.3bn appeal for pandemic fight

The UN says up to 265 million people could face starvation because of the impact of Covid-19.

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Dambusters dog: Headstone replaced to remove racist name

A headstone honouring 617 Squadron's mascot - a black labrador - is replaced at RAF Scampton.

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New South Wales erosion: Huge swells leave homes at risk of collapse

Huge waves have lashed the New South Wales coastline this week, causing erosion beneath homes.

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Netflix warns of slowdown after subscriber surge

The company has already added nearly as many subscribers as it did in all of 2019.

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Doctor Room: The counsellor helping digital sex crime victims

"I felt that taking a break is a sin," she says. "If I sleep it means more videos get out there."

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Alan Rusbridger: Facebook oversight board must avoid 'half-baked judgements'

Alan Rusbridger, a member of the oversight board, acknowledged a desire to launch ahead of US vote.

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Ellie Goulding: 'I'd just become a robot'

The star explains why she almost quit music, and how she found her way back after five years off.

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What sort of future does the conference industry have?

Running conferences was a giant business before Covid-19, now the industry is looking for a new direction.

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Coronavirus: UN makes record $10.3bn appeal for pandemic fight

The UN says up to 265 million people could face starvation because of the impact of Covid-19.

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EU leaders meet in push for Covid recovery deal

Hopes of reaching an agreement are not high, but some countries say they need urgent funding.

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Cédric Chouviat: French police charged over death of delivery driver

Cédric Chouviat, 42, shouted "I'm suffocating" seven times as officers put him in a chokehold.

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The bilbies ‘thriving’ after a 100-year absence in New South Wales

The marsupial has bred in the wild in New South Wales for the first time in a century.

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Quiz of the week: Which Chicken Run star was 'plucked and stuffed'?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?

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Coronavirus: 'Dear customers, I face ruin, please come back'

Rumit Shah, who runs a chain of greeting cards shops, explains why empty city streets are ruining his business.

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The Simpsons: The black actor hoping his impressions get him a job

Jayden Libran has had loads of support on Simpsons fan sites - but is it enough to get him a job?

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Doctor Room: The counsellor helping digital sex crime victims

"I felt that taking a break is a sin," she says. "If I sleep it means more videos get out there."

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Calls to change justice system 'stacked against' indigenous Australians

More than half the children locked up in Australia are indigenous, despite making up only 3% of the population.

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Coronavirus: Call to infect volunteers in Covid-19 vaccine hunt

Prominent scientists call for so-called "challenge trials" to accelerate vaccine development.

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Brad Parscale replaced as Trump's campaign manager

Brad Parscale was reportedly blamed by Mr Trump's inner circle for a botched rally in Oklahoma.

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Coronavirus: Chinese economy bounces back into growth

China's economy grew 3.2% in the second quarter of this year following a record coronavirus-related slump.

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Coronavirus: 'My once-in-lifetime holiday hasn't been refunded'

A couple tell of their holiday refund "panic" as consumer group Which? calls for action from regulators.

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Jobless figures 'not showing full extent of crisis'

Unemployment increased by 34,000 in April to reach 1.3 million, according to official data.

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Banks propose 'student loans style' scheme to avert job losses

UK banks fear 800,000 firms could go bust if they are unable to defer payments on coronavirus loans.

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UK electrical waste mountain growing

Households and businesses in the UK are producing 1.45 million tonnes of electrical waste a year.

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IOPC to probe Suffolk Police after black couple quizzed

Ingrid Antoine-Onikoyi was accused of "jumping on the bandwagon" when she complained to officers.

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Brad Parscale replaced as Trump's campaign manager

Brad Parscale was reportedly blamed by Mr Trump's inner circle for a poorly attended rally in Oklahoma.

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Coronavirus: Big choices for EU leaders on recovery billions

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

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Iran judiciary halts protesters' executions after social media storm

The hashtag #do_not_execute trended after a court had upheld the death sentences of three protesters.

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Say Her Name: 'Black women are killed by police too'

The campaign group Say Her Name believes deaths of black women at the hands of police are overlooked.

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Adoptee Kara Bos's search for her roots in South Korea

Kara Bos was adopted as a baby from South Korea by a US couple. But her birth father is standing in the way of her discovering her roots.

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Coronavirus holiday quiz: Do you know the rules about travelling abroad?

Take this quiz to test your knowledge of the government's advice on foreign holidays this summer.

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Coronavirus: Seven tips for job hunters

As coronavirus puts huge strain on the jobs market, four experts offer advice for finding work.

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Coronavirus: 'How we’re surviving a second virus lockdown'

From star-gazing to Nintendo workouts - people facing lockdown again share what's keeping them sane.

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Fertility rate: Shrinking population in six easy lessons

Research suggests most countries' populations will have shrunk by the end of the century.

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My Money: 'I'm a sucker for a promo sticker'

Charmel Flemming from South Africa takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: How Covid-19 hit the comedy industry

With many sectors of the leisure economy hit by coronavirus, what has been the effect on comedy?

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Seven countries with big (and small) population problems

A look at seven countries facing dramatic population changes - and how they are tackling the problem.

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Coronavirus: 'How we’re surviving a second virus lockdown'

From star-gazing to Nintendo workouts - people facing lockdown again share what's keeping them sane.

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India coronavirus: Kuwait's new expat bill has Indians worried

Kuwait's expat quota bill, if approved, will force nearly 800,000 Indians to return home.

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My Money: 'I'm a sucker for a promo sticker'

Charmel Flemming from South Africa takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.

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New York Times to move Hong Kong staff to Seoul over press freedom fears

The paper warns the city's new security law is undermining Hong Kong as a global media hub.

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UK's Huawei 5G network ban 'disappointing and wrong'

China's ambassador to the UK hits out at the move to exclude Huawei from Britain's 5G networks.

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Firms start price cuts as £4bn VAT boost begins

Starbucks and McDonald's are the latest firms to cut some prices, but not all businesses can afford to do so.

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Fertility rate: 'Jaw-dropping' global crash in children being born

Nearly every country will see their populations fall as the world has fewer babies.

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Coronavirus: Smokers quit in highest numbers in a decade

Action on Smoking and Health estimates one million people have stopped smoking in the UK since April.

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Fewer heart attacks seen by NHS amid coronavirus

Hospital admissions in England dropped by a third, suggesting thousands did not receive expert care.

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Pubs and hairdressers reopen in Scotland

The most significant easing so far of Scotland's lockdown begins, but it comes with a warning.

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Coronavirus chaos: Inside South Africa's 'hospitals of horrors'

A BBC investigation exposes chronic failures in the health system in one of the poorest areas.

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Naya Rivera: Glee star died of accidental drowning, California officials say

Her body was found several days after she went missing last week during a boating trip with her son.

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Could US or UK ban TikTok?

With the short-video app already banned in India, Sophia Smith Galer looks at whether the UK or the US could be next.

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: US Supreme Court oldest justice treated for possible infection

The 87-year-old undergoes a procedure to clean out a bile duct stent in Baltimore's hospital.

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Coronavirus: ‘Lego helped me get out of bed’

Charlotte Tyrer, 25, makes portraits of celebrities to keep herself busy during lockdown.

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David LaChapelle's London shopfront exhibition opens

The photographer's work returns to London on a massive scale.

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'Men didn't understand my medicated tampon business'

Valentina Milanova launched a tampon with built-in pain relief to take on the multinationals.

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Coronavirus: which way to wear a face mask?

Across the world, people are being asked to wear face coverings to help stop coronavirus from spreading.

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Coronavirus: A user's guide to wearing a face mask to the shops

From stopping your glasses fogging up to washing techniques, here's what you need to know.

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OnlyFans: 'I started selling sexy photos online after losing my job'

The number of people signing up to sell adult content online has spiked during coronavirus.

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Coronavirus: The last-round fight for NYC's bastions of boxing?

With no clear path to reopening, New York's boxing gyms fear they may never return after the pandemic.

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How updating Dolly Parton's Jolene helped Raye find her voice

"I feel I've stumbled on a sound," says Raye, whose new single is a modern retelling of Jolene.

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US election: Do postal ballots lead to voting fraud?

President Trump says postal ballots lead to widespread fraud - but what evidence is there?

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'Thermographic scans gave my son false hope'

The family of a young musician who relied on the scans says they didn't warn that his cancer had spread.

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Egypt desperate to revive coronavirus-hit tourism industry

The pandemic brought Egypt's tourism industry to a virtual halt, affecting millions of livelihoods.

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Egypt desperate to revive coronavirus-hit tourism industry

The pandemic brought Egypt's tourism industry to a virtual halt, affecting millions of livelihoods.

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Coronavirus: Why attitudes to masks have changed around the world

Boris Johnson and Donald Trump both publicly wore face masks for the first time. Why now?

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The perfume makers that can't smell a thing

Perfumers are using AI to create millions of scents, but will it replace the traditional methods?

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Yemen war: Tortured for supporting the 'wrong' side

Disappearances and brutality have become hallmarks of the fighting in Yemen, documented cases show.

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Coronavirus India: Rush for plasma therapy as Covid-19 cases rise

Several Indian states are offering plasma therapy to Covid-19 patients, but does it work?

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Coronavirus: Will women have to work harder after the pandemic?

Women often say they have to work harder to prove themselves than men - will Covid-19 turn back the clock for women's careers?

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Brexit: All you need to know about the UK leaving the EU

A simple guide on the UK leaving the European Union.

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Gough Whitlam: Queen not told in advance of Australia PM's sacking, letters show

Her representative dismissed Gough Whitlam without telling her first, newly released letters show.

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Coronavirus: HK Disneyland to close one month after reopening

The Hong Kong theme park will shut its gates after a recent surge in coronavirus cases.

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Coronavirus: UK charities launch appeal to help world’s most vulnerable countries

Fourteen charities - including Oxfam and the British Red Cross - are asking the public to donate.

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Natural solutions boosted to help prevent floods

Hollows in the ground to catch and store heavy rain water are among projects that will get cash.

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Coronavirus: Asia's 'shining star' suffers biggest ever slump

Singapore falls into recession as as the global economy braces for the pandemic downturn.

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Brazil: Outrage over São Paulo policeman stepping on woman's neck

Pictures are broadcast on TV showing a police officer stepping on the neck of a black woman.

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Winter wave of coronavirus 'could be worse than first'

Modelling suggests there could be a deadly second peak, killing more than 100,000 people in the UK.

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Gough Whitlam: Queen not told in advance of Australia PM's sacking, letters show

Her representative dismissed Gough Whitlam without telling her first, newly released letters show.

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Coronavirus: California reimposes sweeping restrictions amid virus spike

The governor has rolled back reopening plans across the state as virus cases soar.

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Coronavirus: White House targets US disease chief Dr Anthony Fauci

A memo leaked over the weekend said several officials were "concerned" by Dr Fauci's past comments.

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'No DSS' letting bans 'ruled unlawful' by court

A court rules that refusing to rent to a person because they are on housing benefit is unlawful.

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South China Sea dispute: China's pursuit of resources 'unlawful', says US

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says China is treating the disputed waters as its "maritime empire".

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'Hope' and ambition drive UAE's Mars mission

The United Arab Emirates is sending a satellite to the Red Planet to study its weather and climate.

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Twelfth: Bands march in local Twelfth parades across NI

The Orange Order urged people to stay at home, but crowds gathered in some parts of Belfast.

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Cumbrian vet 'first woman' to complete Wainwright challenge

Sabrina Verjee ran across 214 Lake District peaks in six days, 17 hours and 51 minutes.

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The Papers: 'About bleedin' time' welcome for masks in shops

Most of the papers lead on face coverings becoming mandatory in English shops from 25 July.

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Coronavirus: California reimposes sweeping restrictions amid virus spike

The governor has rolled back reopening plans across the state as virus cases soar.

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'It was as bleak as it could be' - Howe on Bournemouth's remarkable fightback

Eddie Howe says Bournemouth went into half-time of the remarkable 4-1 win with their hopes '"as bleak as they could be".

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Actress Kelly Preston, John Travolta's wife, dies aged 57

The US actress died after a "two-year battle with breast cancer", Travolta said.

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Anguish of father whose son's murder remains unsolved

Vishambar Mehrotra says news a paedophile named a report after his son is a "major revelation".

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Coronavirus: More than 100 outbreaks tackled a week, says Matt Hancock

"Targeted action" means outbreaks are being swiftly dealt with, the health secretary says.

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Coronavirus: Nail bars and tattoo salons reopen as England lockdown eases

Beauty salons, spas and tattoo parlours are also allowed to reopen in the latest phase of changes.

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Tougher sentences for attacks on emergency workers considered

Two years after the maximum term was doubled in England and Wales, ministers may do so again.

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Coronavirus: Welsh pubs and cafes reopen - but only outdoors

Only about half of independent pubs expected to reopen Monday, with many chains staying shut.

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Shopping malls reopen as lockdown restrictions are eased

The first minister describes the week ahead as "the most significant easing of lockdown" in Scotland.

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Priti Patel to set out post-Brexit immigration details

A new system is set to come into force next year, once freedom of movement with the EU has ended.

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Coronavirus: Scottish firm lands £7m Covid-19 test safety deal

The "breakthrough" chemical solution has been created by Bonnybridge-based E&O Laboratories.

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Brexit: Ads highlight changes for UK holidaymakers

Government campaign will also carry advice for UK and EU firms before the transition period ends.

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'Lockdown brought out the workaholic in me'

A personal trainer, an advertising agency worker and a musician share their experiences of burnout.

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How video is challenging the traditional CV

Personal videos are increasingly being used in the job application process.

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Three generations on the impact of George Floyd's death

Three generations of one family discuss their experiences of racism and whether things are changing.

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Home-schooling during coronavirus: a child's verdict

What do Britain's children think of home-schooling during the Covid-19 pandemic?

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Dunston Staiths: A symbol of the past fighting for its future

Reputedly Europe's largest timber structure, is there a future for Dunston Staiths?

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India's growing Covid-19 waste challenges workers

Millions are using gloves and masks but safely discarding them is proving to be challenge.

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Why are people remaining ill for so long?

Dr John Wright on two young patients seen at Bradford Royal Infirmary's Covid-19 "survivors' clinic".

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I May Destroy You: How do you film a sex scene in 2020?

Ita O'Brien worked as intimacy co-ordinator on I May Destroy You, Normal People and Sex Education.

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The woman who wants to make kids better with money

Louise Hill is the founder of GoHenry, which provides prepaid debit cards for children.

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Wounds of Dutch history expose deep racial divide

Faced with protests and attacks on statues, the Dutch are struggling with a legacy of racism.

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Daniel Lewis Lee: First US federal execution to go ahead after 17 years

The execution of convicted murderer Daniel Lewis Lee had been blocked on Friday by a federal judge.

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Daniel Lewis Lee: First US federal execution to go ahead after 17 years

The execution of convicted murderer Daniel Lewis Lee had been blocked on Friday by a federal judge.

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North Belfast: Petrol bomb attacks on police for second night

Police had earlier warned of "consequences" for those involved in the previous night's violence.

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BFI competition winners mini-TV shows broadcast

Winners of a BFI competition will get their submissions broadcast on national television.

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Make cheese or shoes? Five unusual skills learned in lockdown

We know about the lockdown bakers - but who learned the skills to separate themselves from the crowd?

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Saving one of the world's rarest antelope

There are fewer than 500 hirola living in the wild, down from thousands just 40 years ago.

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Coronavirus: Your pictures on the theme of 'reflections'

A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "reflections".

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George Floyd: 'If you don't break the chain, then who will?'

Across the US, street artists have been inspired by the death of George Floyd earlier this year.

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Hong Kong security law: Why we are taking our BNOs and leaving

As China enforces new restrictions, some are turning to their British National (Overseas) passport.

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Chop in Seattle: Why this police-free protest zone ultimately failed

On 8 June protesters set up a police-free protest zone in the city. Less than a month later, it had been dismantled.

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James Bay on the 'fantastic drama' of fame

The star opens up about his 13-year relationship, fickle fans and writing with The Killers.

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Mexico crime: Could this become the bloodiest year on record?

On 7 June, an astonishing 117 murders were recorded, making it the most violent day of the year so far.

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My Money: 'Instead of the holiday buffet, it's egg and toast at home'

Priya Aiyer from Kent takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Fake cures in Latin America’s deadly outbreak

The desperate search for a cure has led people to 'harmful and ineffective' alternatives online.

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Leicester lockdown: 'Stop-start routine' affecting children's wellbeing

The effects of an extended lockdown are being keenly felt by Leicester's youngest residents.

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Coronavirus: The chaplains toiling on the frontlines

Spiritual care workers have been thrust onto the frontlines in new ways during this global pandemic.

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The letters of love sneaked out from Auschwitz-bound dad

Daniele Israel's daily letters to his family from jail in Trieste paint a moving portrait of a family shattered by the Holocaust.

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Coronavirus: Thousands protest in Israel over handling of economy

Thousands have rallied against what they say is hardship caused by the mishandling of the crisis.

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Coronavirus: Donald Trump finally wears mask in public

The US president previously said he could not see himself wearing a mask in public.

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Hong Kong security law: Why we are taking our BNOs and leaving

As China enforces new restrictions, some are turning to their British National (Overseas) passport.

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Chop in Seattle: Why this police-free protest zone ultimately failed

On 8 June protesters set up a police-free protest zone in the city. Less than a month later, it had been dismantled.

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Russian journalists in shock as FSB hunts enemy within

Colleagues say Ivan Safronov's arrest for spying is absurd and it has prompted talk of "spy mania".

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Mexico crime: Could this become the bloodiest year on record?

On 7 June, an astonishing 117 murders were recorded, making it the most violent day of the year so far.

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Coronavirus: The chaplains toiling on the frontlines

Spiritual care workers have been thrust onto the frontlines in new ways during this global pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Fake cures in Latin America’s deadly outbreak

The desperate search for a cure has led people to 'harmful and ineffective' alternatives online.

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Huawei: Why the UK might hang up on 5G and broadband kit supplier

The Chinese telecoms equipment provider's fate in the UK is set to be revealed on Tuesday.

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'Our Irish island is the last stop before America'

A couple from Dublin has set up home on Great Blasket Island off the cost of County Kerry.

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GCSE and A-level results 'could be affected by bias'

GCSE and A-level students in England could get poor grades due to bias from teachers, say MPs

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Nóra Quoirin death: Malaysian authorities to begin inquest in August

The family of the teenager who died in Malaysia in August last year have campaigned for an inquest.

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Duda vs Trzaskowski: The fight for Poland's future

One is a Catholic social conservative, the other a pro-LGBT mayor. Who will win on Sunday?

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MoD announces measures to tackle 'unacceptable' discrimination

A 24-hour helpline and training on how to call out inappropriate behaviour are part of the plans.

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Iron Age 'mystery' murder victim found in Wendover HS2 dig

A Stonehenge-style wooden formation and a lead-lined Roman burial are also among the finds.

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Coronavirus: Downturn must not increase north-south divide, Labour warns

Labour urges the government not to leave regions behind after the PM promised to "level up" the country.

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Coronavirus: Holiday homes in Wales reopen after lockdown

Holidaymakers are due to arrive at cottages and caravans in Wales for the first time since March.

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Coronavirus: Why aren't more politicians wearing face masks?

They are advised in enclosed public spaces in England, so what's with the mask-free photo ops?

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Coronavirus: Lockdown song written by Cardiff children

Schoolchildren sing about their worries for relatives and wanting to see friends again.

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The loneliness of living in the lockdown city

As the lockdown is extended in the city, how is it affecting the most isolated residents?

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Roger Stone: Trump commutes ex-adviser's sentence

The president has said all along the self-proclaimed political dirty trickster was treated unfairly.

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Jada Pinkett Smith tells Will Smith of her 'relationship'

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

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Roger Stone: Trump commutes ex-adviser's sentence

The president has said all along the self-proclaimed political dirty trickster was treated unfairly.

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Coronavirus: Thrifty Germany takes on debt to rescue arts

Germany pours money into the arts as cultural life takes a battering from coronavirus.

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Trump and Supreme Court: How has it changed America?

This court has been billed the most conservative in modern history. But does it vote that way?

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