Covid-19: 12-week vaccine gap defended, and a different New Year's Eve

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

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Wall Street to kick out three Chinese telecom firms

The New York Stock Exchange will delist the Chinese companies based on claimed links with the military.

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New Year's Eve: UK sees in 2021 with fireworks and light show

The display over London included tributes to NHS staff and figures including Captain Sir Tom Moore.

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Moscow train carriage helps rehome stray pets

The Tails and Paws train features posters of dozens of animals in need of a new home.

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US politics in 2021: What's in store for President-elect Biden?

A new president with an agenda that's already set - and an outgoing president who's not leaving quietly.

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Why 2021 could be turning point for tackling climate change

This year could be a "make or break" moment in the fight against global warming.

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Brexit: 'We welcomed the trade deal like a Christmas present'

Europeans in the UK, and British people around Europe, explain what Brexit will mean for them.

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Entertainment quiz of 2020

It was a year to forget for the arts and entertainment. But let's see what you can remember.

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Was I wrong to fall for a cheating cat?

Anisa Subedar fell in love with a visiting cat. It wanted attention, so she gave it attention. Then it disappeared.

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Australia-China row: 'I'm Australian - why do I need to prove my loyalty?'

Many Chinese-Australians fear a "new McCarthyism" as Australia's values are tested by its China row.

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Moscow train carriage helps rehome stray pets

The Tails and Paws train features posters of dozens of animals in need of a new home.

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US politics in 2021: What's in store for President-elect Biden?

A new president with an agenda that's already set - and an outgoing president who's not leaving quietly.

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Brexit: 'We welcomed the trade deal like a Christmas present'

Europeans in the UK, and British people around Europe, explain what Brexit will mean for them.

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India's love affair with classic British motorbikes

BSA, Norton and Royal Enfield are all owned by Indian firms who want to kickstart the brands.

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Why 2021 could be turning point for tackling climate change

This year could be a "make or break" moment in the fight against global warming.

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Australia-China row: 'I'm Australian - why do I need to prove my loyalty?'

Many Chinese-Australians fear a "new McCarthyism" as Australia's values are tested by its China row.

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Ten African music stars to look out for in 2021

Elaine, Fik Fameica and Omah Lay are among the stars who have impressed BBC Africa's music experts.

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Activists cheer as 'sexist' tampon tax is scrapped

Campaigners say cutting of the 5% VAT rate on tampons and sanitary towels ends a 'sexist' tax.

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Adobe Flash Player is finally laid to rest

The beleaguered web browser plug-in will no longer receive security updates from Adobe.

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'Worst year for High Street job losses in 25 years'

Nearly 180,000 retail jobs were last year, up by almost a quarter on the previous year, analysts say.

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The Archers: Radio 4 to mark 70th anniversary

The station will reflect on the world's longest-running serial drama across its output on Friday.

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London's 'Lido ladies' inspiring others to dive in for mental health

Nicola and Jessica are encouraging women to get back in the pool to enjoy the freedom of swimming.

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: ‘Close to death from Covid, I asked them to save my baby’

A 22-year-old became seriously ill with Covid while pregnant, but ultimately both mother and baby were saved.

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Remembering the entertainment and arts figures we lost in 2020

Remembering some of the figures from music, film, TV, radio and literature who died in 2020.

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Brexit: Advice for people who can't move on

Whether it's loss or joy or family rows, we asked couples therapists how to deal with Brexit.

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Zhang Zhan: The 'rebellious soul' jailed for filming Wuhan

Citizen journalist Zhang Zhan spoke about why she chose to cover the outbreak before her arrest.

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Republican senator to dispute certification of Biden victory

The tactic is expected to change nothing, but will set the stage for what the Biden camp called "antics".

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Deepening divisions: Venezuela's haves and have nots

A relaxation of economic restraints has some benefits - for those with access to US dollars.

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Remembering the entertainment and arts figures we lost in 2020

Remembering some of the figures from music, film, TV, radio and literature who died in 2020.

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India's most uplifting social media moments in 2020

From a dancing doctor to a street food stall owner - people who gave hope in the pandemic year.

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Brexit: New EU trade arrangements to begin after Parliament vote

The UK's hard-fought agreement with the EU is set to come into force at 23:00 GMT on Thursday.

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Brexit: Dover-Calais route 'will work well on 1 January'

Channel Tunnel operator Getlink says there will not be congestion when new trading rules begin later.

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Sir Keir Starmer: UK's best years lie ahead

Labour's leader uses his New Year message to say the country can "rebuild" after Covid.

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Four protests that triggered change - and one that didn't

The BBC looks at a selection of history's powerful protests and why only some achieved their goals.

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Tesco, Pizza Hut and Superdrug in minimum wage fail

Almost 140 companies investigated between 2016-18 failed to pay £6.7 million to over 95,000 workers.

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Drone users face new rules across Europe and UK

The regulations relax the distinctions between commercial and recreational drone use.

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Covid: France mobilises 100,000 police to stop New Year's Eve gatherings

Like other European countries, France will see muted celebrations to mark the last night of the year.

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2020 in pictures: Coronavirus in the UK

Images that defined the year a pandemic dominated the nation.

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Syria attack: At least 28 killed in ambush on bus

A human rights monitor blamed Islamic State for the attack, saying all those killed were soldiers.

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Penn Station: New train hall returns beauty to New York station

The newly-designed hall opens on Thursday after the original landmark was demolished in 1963.

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2020 through the lens of a photojournalist

Photojournalist Leah Millis recaps the year with her favourite images from 2020.

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Yemen war: Video shows moment Aden airport attacked

Television cameras were positioned for the arrival of the new government when the attack happened.

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Four protests that triggered change - and one that didn't

The BBC looks at a selection of history's powerful protests and why only some achieved their goals.

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Norway mudslide: Aerial footage shows devastation

At least nine people are injured and houses have been buried in the Norwegian village of Gjerdrum.

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Tamir Rice killing: US closes investigation into 2014 shooting

The death of the 12-year-old boy, who had been holding a toy gun, led to widespread protests.

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Iraqi interpreters 'stalked by death squads' for helping the British

Ali and Ahmed helped British forces but now they live in fear of being killed by death squads.

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Iraqi interpreters 'stalked by death squads' for helping the British

Ali and Ahmed helped British forces but now they live in fear of being killed by death squads.

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Covid: Millions more braced for tougher rules in England

The health secretary is expected to tell MPs more areas of England will enter tier four as cases surge.

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Striking news photos from around the world in 2020

A selection of some of the best images taken by agency photographers during the past year.

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The puppet show in a box entertaining children in hospital

Little Angel Theatre's performance is designed for young patients to enjoy from their hospital beds.

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Belarus protests: The demonstrators speaking out in new and creative ways

Faced by a government crackdown, demonstrations over the disputed August election have been forced to evolve.

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Eight things we learned about new businesses in lockdown

Eight lessons from our CEO Secrets series looking at start-ups created during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Fashion lookahead: Eight major 2021 looks from tie-dye to pastels

The patterns, prints, materials and accessories we're likely to be wearing this year.

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Iraqi interpreters 'stalked by death squads' for helping the British

Ali and Ahmed helped British forces but now they live in fear of being killed by death squads.

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What my grandfather's life taught me about China and America

Vincent Ni reflects on the long life of his grandfather and a crucial choice he made as a young man.

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Quarantine meals: The 2020 food trend no-one predicted

Across the world, people in quarantine facilities were treated to some weird and wonderful combinations.

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Covid-19: Biden says Trump vaccine roll-out is 'falling behind'

The US president-elect calls for vaccinations to be ramped up as he warns of a "tough period" ahead.

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UK's 1960s French 'Soviet spy' plot with Sunday Times revealed in memos

Then-prime minister Harold Wilson knew about plans between the Foreign Office and the Sunday Times.

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Impressionist Rory Bremner 'saved Sir John Major's bacon' amid MPs revolt

Newly released historical files show the comedian impersonated the then-PM in phone calls with Tory MPs.

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Covid-19: Biden says Trump vaccine roll-out is 'falling behind'

The US president-elect calls for vaccinations to be ramped up as he warns of a "tough period" ahead.

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2020 and me: 'We need to learn life lessons from this'

Mahnaz Rehman lost her husband during lockdown in Karachi, Pakistan.

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Belarus protests: The demonstrators speaking out in new and creative ways

Faced by a government crackdown, demonstrations over the disputed August election have been forced to evolve.

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Quarantine meals: The 2020 food trend no-one predicted

Across the world, people in quarantine facilities were treated to some weird and wonderful combinations.

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Iraqi interpreters 'stalked by death squads' for helping the British

Ali and Ahmed helped British forces but now they live in fear of being killed by death squads.

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Fashion lookahead: Eight major 2021 looks from tie-dye to pastels

The patterns, prints, materials and accessories we're likely to be wearing this year.

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What my grandfather's life taught me about China and America

Vincent Ni reflects on the long life of his grandfather and a crucial choice he made as a young man.

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Notable African deaths of 2020: From jazz legends to football heroes

A look back at some of the iconic figures on the African continent who we said farewell to this year.

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Japan to build wooden satellites to cut space junk

One of Japan's largest companies has partnered with Kyoto University in what would be a world first.

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Space images: The best of 2020

There was stunning cosmic imagery to feast on over the past year - here's our pick of the offerings.

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2020 and me: 'Be grateful for what you've got'

Vicky tells the BBC how, like many others, her world suddenly changed when London went into lockdown.

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The big tech questions for 2021

After a year that saw tech companies prosper, we look ahead to what the coming 12 months could bring.

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When Greta Thunberg met Margaret Atwood... on Zoom

The teenage climate activist and veteran author and environmentalist were brought together by Radio 4's Today Programme.

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Covid in prison: 'We should be treated like humans'

Reports suggest one-in-five prisoners have tested positive for Covid in the US, and 1,700 have died.

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Zoom: All the times virtual meetings didn't go as planned this year

From animal interruptions to catching fire, here's a look back at the year we spent (badly) online.

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Seeking justice for Lion Sleeps Tonight composer

A music producer remixes an old classic to correct some injustices of the past.

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China Covid-19: How state media and censorship took on coronavirus

We look back at how China's propaganda and censorship machine responded during a particularly dramatic year.

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India migrants: The tragedy of the tuk-tuk driver who fled Covid

Rajan Yadav is one of millions of migrant workers whose lives were destroyed by India's lockdown.

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Covid, furlough and Topshop collapse: 2020 in business stories

Which BBC Business stories were the most widely read in the year the coronavirus pandemic spread?

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Pregnant at 13 and able to attend school

Sierra Leone lifted its ban on pregnant girls attending school this year. Will Tanzania do the same?

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'If that's darts, I'm offski' - Anderson fuming despite beating Suljovic

Two-time PDC world champion Gary Anderson said darts fans would have been better off watching Coronation Street than his 4-3 third-round win over Mensur Suljovic.

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Coronavirus: Spain to keep registry of those who refuse Covid vaccine

Vaccination will not be mandatory, officials say, and the register will not be made public.

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Zoom: All the times virtual meetings didn't go as planned this year

From animal interruptions to catching fire, here's a look back at the year we spent (badly) online.

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Australian man and child saved after friends walk 12 hours for help

Their friends walked for 12 hours through the Australian desert to seek help after their car got stuck.

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India migrants: The tragedy of the tuk-tuk driver who fled Covid

Rajan Yadav is one of millions of migrant workers whose lives were destroyed by India's lockdown.

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Will concerts come back in 2021? And other music stories to look out for

How will live shows look when they resume in 2021, and other music stories to look out for.

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China Covid-19: How state media and censorship took on coronavirus

We look back at how China's propaganda and censorship machine responded during a particularly dramatic year.

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Seeking justice for Lion Sleeps Tonight composer

A music producer remixes an old classic to correct some injustices of the past.

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Covid in prison: 'We should be treated like humans'

Reports suggest one-in-five prisoners have tested positive for Covid in the US, and 1,700 have died.

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When Greta Thunberg met Margaret Atwood... on Zoom

The teenage climate activist and veteran author and environmentalist were brought together by Radio 4's Today Programme.

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The big tech questions for 2021

After a year that saw tech companies prosper, we look ahead to what the coming 12 months could bring.

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Brexit: Britons warned to prepare for 'some disruption'

Ministers warn of "practical and procedural changes" when the Brexit transition period ends this week.

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Covid: Doctor 'has shed more tears than ever'

But intensive care consultant Bethan Gibson says the vaccine is a "light" at the end of the tunnel.

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KFC launches game console with built-in chicken warmer

The fast food chain said many people thought the built-in warmer was a spoof but is ready for production.

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Chinese games billionaire dies after poisoning

Lin Qi, 39, was the founder of Yoozoo which developed a popular Game of Thrones online game.

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Maestro Dudamel takes virtual reality Symphony on tour

Conductor Gustavo Dudamel believes music can lead the way and wants to inspire young people.

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Chinese games billionaire poisoned to death

Lin Qi, 39, was the founder of Yoozoo which developed a popular Game of Thrones online game.

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Covid: Trump signs relief and spending package into law

The measure restores unemployment benefits and averts a partial US government shutdown.™

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Covid-19: China's painful year fighting the coronavirus

From fear to freedom, we trace China's tumultous year battling the coronavirus.

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UK year in pictures 2020

A selection of the most compelling news photographs from around the UK.

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How Covid conspiracies, 'fake news' and misinformation spread in 2020

Celebrities spread Covid conspiracies and video games were shared as ‘real’ war footage.

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2020 and me: 'I know the value of family more'

Despite the many challenges, Rula in Istanbul believes 2020 will benefit us in the future.

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'To be a black, female headteacher is phenomenal'

Evelyn Forde was crowned Headteacher of the Year, the 'Oscars' of education.

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'She is beautiful but she is Indian': The student who became a Welsh bard at 19

Dorothy Bonarjee was Indian by birth, English by upbringing, French by marriage - and Welsh at heart.

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Books 2021: A pick and mix of what's coming up

A snapshot of some of the many books for next year from established, debut and non-fiction writers.

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Covid: Trump signs relief and spending package into law

The measure restores unemployment benefits and averts a partial US government shutdown.™

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Maestro Dudamel takes virtual reality Symphony on tour

Conductor Gustavo Dudamel believes music can lead the way and wants to inspire young people.

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Covid: South Africa passes one million infections as cases surge

The grim milestone comes after a new variant of coronavirus is identified in the country.

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Climate change: Extreme weather causes huge losses in 2020

Hurricanes, floods and wildfires wreaked havoc, causing deaths and a huge financial impact.

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The Papers: 'Vacc to the future' and village hall jabs

The papers focus on how the UK's vaccination programme will work if the Oxford jab is approved.

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Covid-19: China's painful year fighting the coronavirus

From fear to freedom, we trace China's tumultuous year battling the coronavirus.

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Tigray crisis: Eritrea's role in Ethiopian conflict

Ethiopia's leader says Eritrea armed his troops when they first came under attack in Tigray region.

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'She is beautiful but she is Indian': The student who became a Welsh bard at 19

Dorothy Bonarjee was Indian by birth, English by upbringing, French by marriage - and Welsh at heart.

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2020 and me: 'I know the value of family more'

Despite the many challenges, Rula in Istanbul believes 2020 will benefit us in the future.

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Irish state papers: IRA 'wanted to exclude Sinn Féin from talks'

Irish government papers from 1990 suggest some IRA bosses did not share the party's socialist views.

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Covid: EU launches mass vaccination in 'touching moment of unity'

Some member states jump the gun before Sunday's co-ordinated rollout of a coronavirus jab.

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Covid: EU launches mass vaccination in 'touching moment of unity'

Some member states jump the gun before Sunday's co-ordinated rollout of a coronavirus jab.

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Iran: Climbers die in blizzards and avalanche

At least 10 climbers are killed and seven others are missing in the Alborz mountains near Tehran.

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'How my art helped me quit rock 'n' roll'

Carl Bevan has switched from music to paintings and is drawing attention in the world of art.

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Brexit: PM vows to focus on 'levelling up country' after securing deal

Boris Johnson promises "big changes" after Brexit but fishermen's leaders accuse him of "caving in".

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Nashville explosion 'probably suicide bombing'

Investigators conduct DNA tests after human remains are found and a house is searched.

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Margaret Thatcher: Ex-PM described euro as a 'rush of blood to the head'

Evidence of the former UK prime minister's Euroscepticism is revealed in newly released archives.

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Nashville explosion 'probably suicide bombing'

Investigators conduct DNA tests after human remains are found and a house is searched.

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Coronavirus: What has Covid done for climate crisis?

Lockdowns around the world have led to record falls in CO2 emissions. But will this lead to long lasting change?

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Covid: Citizens Advice contacted by '12 people a minute'

The charity says 75% of people seeking advice over benefits and jobs had never contacted it before.

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Covid in the classroom: How the pandemic changed these three teachers' lives

Three teachers in the US reflect on how drastically their jobs have changed during 2020.

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Hemel Hempstead brothers swap 'revolting' football shirts for Christmas

The tradition began as the brothers wanted to make Christmas more exciting than exchanging vouchers.

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Make-up artist: 'I was sneaking into mum's make-up bag, aged 5'

A 13-year-old girl has built up a following of thousands on social media.

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2020 and me: 'EndSARS was our Black Lives Matter'

After protests, a strike, and lockdown, Kiki, a student from Lagos, Nigeria, can’t wait for the year to be over.

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How Covid-19 altered world events in 2020

The pandemic affected us all - and shaped global issues, with knock-on effects for millions.

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Why is India denying prisoners spectacles and straws?

Jail officials have been called out for being cruel to prisoners - especially the government's critics.

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How Ugandan Nasa scientist Catherine Nakalembe uses satellites to boost farming

Catherine Nakalembe won this year's Africa Food Prize for pioneering work using satellite images.

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How Covid-19 altered world events in 2020

The pandemic affected us all - and shaped global issues, with knock-on effects for millions.

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Newspaper headlines: Oxford jab 'set for approval' as vulnerable identified

Most of Sunday's papers report that the Oxford Covid vaccine could be approved within days.

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Covid in the classroom: How the pandemic changed these three teachers' lives

Three teachers in the US reflect on how drastically their jobs have changed during 2020.

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Coronavirus: What has Covid done for climate crisis?

Lockdowns around the world have led to record falls in CO2 emissions. But will this lead to long lasting change?

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2020 and me: 'EndSARS was our Black Lives Matter'

After protests, a strike, and lockdown, Kiki, a student from Lagos, Nigeria, can’t wait for the year to be over.

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Leicester friends feed 2,000 people Christmas dinner

Festive meals have been cooked and given to homeless and vulnerable people in the Midlands.

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'Despite Covid, why 2020 was the best year of my life'

People talk about why their 2020 was one to remember, despite everything.

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Next week crucial for Arsenal to avoid relegation battle - Arteta

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta admits the next seven days will be crucial for Arsenal if they are to avoid a relegation battle.

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'Leicester v Man Utd is the big one' - Lawro's Premier League predictions v Rick Astley

Mark Lawrenson takes on singer and Manchester United fan Rick Astley to make predictions for the festive Premier League fixtures.

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UN peacekeepers killed in Central African Republic on eve of election

The UN said three peacekeepers died in two separate attacks, as rebel and government forces clash.

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Coronavirus: Northern Ireland begins six-week lockdown

Only essential shops can remain open and must close by 20:00 every day in the first week of lockdown.

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Coronavirus: How the pandemic sparked a puppy craze

It seems buying a dog has become as popular as Zoom quizzes, but animal charities have concerns.

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Brexit: UK and EU can have 'special relationship', says Michael Gove

The cabinet secretary says he has lost friends over Brexit and admits it turned UK politics "ugly".

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Coronavirus: Millions wake to tighter Covid restrictions

More areas in England enter tier 4, as lockdowns are in place in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

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Business review of 2020: Covid-19 and Trump

2020 saw countries grapple with coronavirus, balancing both public health and economic concerns.

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Business review of 2020: Covid-19 and Trump

2020 saw countries grapple with coronavirus, balancing both public health and economic concerns.

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What a pandemic Christmas looked like around the world

From masked mass to a socially distanced beach party, here's how Christmas looked in 2020.

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Letter from Africa: Somalia's Christmas birthdays and lost memories

A former refugee considers the importance of memory for those who lose everything in the chaos of war.

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Mark Easton's Boxing Day family puzzler 2020

This is the festive quiz in which no-one is expected to know any of the answers.

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TV in 2021: Shows coming to the small screen

Despite the impact of Covid-19 on the industry, there are still some popular shows on the way.

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Covid: Post-exposure antibody protection trialled

The first ten people are jabbed in London as part of a global trial.

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Extreme E: Lewis Hamilton helping make racing environmentally friendly

Lewis Hamilton isn't just the world's most successful F1 driver, he's also a key backer of a new off-road electric vehicle racing series called Extreme E.

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Fur-st Family: The long history of US presidents and pets

From Socks the cat to Macaroni the pony, the US presidential tradition is returning with Joe Biden.

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The Masked Singer UK: The most Covid-safe show of 2020?

Host Joel Dommett chats about the second series of the Masked Singer UK - the singing celebrity guessing game.

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The family with no fingerprints

A family in Bangladesh struggles with an extremely rare genetic condition, "immigration delay disease".

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The casualties of this year's viral conspiracy theories

Conspiracy theories ripped through the internet this year, destroying relationships and endangering lives.

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The family with no fingerprints

A family in Bangladesh struggles with an extremely rare genetic condition, "immigration delay disease".

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What a pandemic Christmas looked like around the world

From masked mass to a socially distanced beach party, here's how Christmas looked in 2020.

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Michael Jackson: Neverland Ranch 'sold to billionaire for $22m'

Billionaire Ron Burkle reportedly buys the estate for a quarter of its initial asking price.

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Covid: Heroic response praised in religious leaders' Christmas messages

The Christmas messages reflect on the impact of the pandemic as well as people's response.

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Brexit: EU diplomats to get trade deal briefing

MPs are waiting to see the full text of the agreement ahead of a vote in Parliament on 30 December.

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Brexit: EU diplomats to get trade deal briefing

MPs are waiting to see the full text of the agreement ahead of a vote in Parliament on 30 December.

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Covid: Queen spends Christmas apart from family

The monarch will reflect on the hardships of the pandemic in her Christmas speech at 15:00 GMT.

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Covid: Mexico, Chile and Costa Rica begin mass vaccination

Mexico, Chile and Costa Rica start administering the Pfizer-BioNTech jab for Covid-19.

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In pictures: Christmas celebrations around the world

This year's services and events are being attended by far fewer people because of the Covid outbreak.

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Christmas cards: You won't believe the effort this family goes to!

From Game of Thrones to Elf - meet the family whose Christmas cards take months to make.

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Georgia climbers who risk their lives for Christmas trees

In the Republic of Georgia, workers harvest the seeds of Nordmann firs for export to Europe.

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The refugees feeding a nation

How did French Guiana come to rely on its Hmong citizens for food?

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The best of the cheesy Christmas movies

If you are looking for pure festive escapism with a guaranteed happy ending, check these films out.

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'White Christmas': The biggest selling single of all time

The story of Bing Crosby and 'White Christmas'

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A scene in The Pianist changed Arson Fahim's life

As a young boy, Fahim saw a piano on screen in a refugee camp. "What I saw captivated me," he said.

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Bridgerton: Everything you need to know about the Netflix drama

The period drama, which launches on Christmas Day, is based on the best-selling romance novels.

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Christmas: The mail order pioneer who started a billion-pound industry

How a 19th Century draper "set up a company similar to Amazon" and created a billion pound industry.

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Nick Butter: The man who ran a marathon in every country in the world

Nick Butter was 26 when inspiration came. He set out on a unique adventure but, despite two years' planning, wasn't ready for what came next.

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Astronaut Scott Kelly: How to survive a year in space

Record-breaking astronaut Scott Kelly talks about living in space and his desire to go back.

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The refugees feeding a nation

How did French Guiana come to rely on its Hmong citizens for food?

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In pictures: Christmas celebrations around the world

This year's services and events are being attended by far fewer people because of the Covid outbreak.

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A scene in The Pianist changed Arson Fahim's life

As a young boy, Fahim saw a piano on screen in a refugee camp. "What I saw captivated me," he said.

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Astronaut Scott Kelly: How to survive a year in space

Record-breaking astronaut Scott Kelly talks about living in space and his desire to go back.

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How delivery drivers became vital in the pandemic

They made sure no-one had to leave the house but now they are taking on an even more important role.

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Georgia climbers who risk their lives for Christmas trees

In the Republic of Georgia, workers harvest the seeds of Nordmann firs for export to Europe.

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UK terror plots: Durham teenager asks to remain anonymous

The teenager, convicted of neo-Nazi terror offences, cannot currently be named because of his age.

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Muslim-Canadian's 'first Christmas' goes viral

As a Christmas first-timer, Mohammad Hussain shared his unique perspective on the holiday on Twitter.

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NBA game off as Covid depletes Houston Rockets

The Houston Rockets' season opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder has been postponed because the Rockets are unable to field enough players.

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Flooding dampens Christmas spirit as homes and shops hit

Emergency services and councils deal with hundreds of calls for help, as rail and road is disrupted.

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Benishangul-Gumuz: Attackers kill dozens in western Ethiopia

More than 100 people were killed in fires or by shooting and stabbing attacks, reports say.

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EU to allow post-Brexit UK farm produce exports

While this is a "critical step forward" seed potatoes are not included due to EU regulatory fears.

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Five families, five Christmases: A festive season like no other around Europe

Families in five countries explain how their plans have changed and how they're staying upbeat.

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Oscars 2021: What can we expect for the ceremony?

The film industry is hoping it will be high-profile rather than low-key after such a tough year.

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Muslim-Canadian's 'first Christmas' goes viral

As a Christmas first-timer, Mohammad Hussain shared his unique perspective on the holiday on Twitter.

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India farmer protests: How rural incomes have struggled to keep up

Protests are continuing in India over new laws which farmers say will damage their livelihoods.

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Trump pardons: Paul Manafort, Roger Stone and Charles Kushner granted clemency

Two key allies jailed over the Russia inquiry benefit from the latest wave of presidential pardons.

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Brexit: UK-EU trade talks continue ahead of expected deal

Officials continue to thrash out final details, after weeks of argument over fishing and business rules.

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Five families, five Christmases: A festive season like no other around Europe

Families in five countries explain how their plans have changed and how they're staying upbeat.

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EU to allow post-Brexit UK farm produce exports

While this is a "critical step forward" seed potatoes are not included due to EU regulatory fears.

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Pete Evans: Facebook removes celebrity chef's page over conspiracies

Australian celebrity chef Pete Evans has been criticised for spreading misinformation to his followers.

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Covid: Santa Claus explains how to keep safe at Christmas

Father Christmas explains how to have a Covid secure Christmas

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Dickens Museum: A Christmas Carol performance goes online

Charles Dickens's London home will host a special performance of A Christmas Carol.

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Banjo Paterson: 120-year-old chocolate found in Australian poet's belongings

Remarkably well-preserved chocolate - found in Australia - gives a fascinating glimpse into history.

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Games of 2020: The Press X To Continue awards

BBC Sounds podcast Press X To Continue chooses its best and worst of gaming in 2020.

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The celebrity hairdresser with a secret of his own

John Harding was a hairdresser to the stars - but there was a reason he rarely answered the phone.

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Oscars 2021: What can we expect for the ceremony?

The film industry is hoping it will be high-profile rather than low-key after such a tough year.

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Trump pardons: Paul Manafort, Roger Stone and Charles Kushner granted clemency

Two key allies jailed over the Russia inquiry benefit from the latest wave of presidential pardons.

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Banjo Paterson: 120-year-old chocolate found in Australian poet's belongings

Remarkably well-preserved chocolate - found in Australia - gives a fascinating glimpse into history.

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Covid: New dads share fatherhood experiences

Three men talk of becoming fathers and being unable to go to many appointments because of Covid.

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Kernowite: New green mineral discovered in 220-year-old rock

The dark green mineral has been called kernowite as it was discovered from a rock mined in Cornwall.

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Covid-19: 'Living with 50 people has been a blessing'

A community living in the same large house say their way of life has thrived in a year of lockdowns.

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Christmas dinner: A beginner's guide to the perfect feast

If you're about to make your festive debut, Radio 1 Newsbeat's got your back.

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‘I was desperate for a cancer manual – but there isn’t one’

How do you cope when your young partner receives a terminal diagnosis?

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How dependent is the UK on the EU for food?

France's ban on freight from Britain caused havoc for lorry drivers, but will it affect shoppers?

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Redundancy plans fall after furlough extension

36,700 redundancies were planned in Britain in November, the lowest figure since March

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The Glasgow artist inspired by what she finds in the fridge

An amateur photographer shares her passion for creating tiny scenes with food and model figures.

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Rohingya refugees' perilous journey in search of safety

More than 200 Rohingya refugees are believed to have died or gone missing at sea in 2020.

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Covid-19: 'Losing Christmas is irreparable damage'

Foppolo ski resort in the Italian Alps is shut and will miss the all-important Christmas ski season.

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Widowed penguins hug in award-winning photo

The photo shows the pair appearing to comfort one another in Australia.

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Covid-19: The Philippines and its lockdown baby boom

The Philippines is preparing for a surge in births which will overwhelm its already creaking systems.

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'I had zero plans beyond my parents' kitchen'

Hannah Chapman wishes she'd planned ahead after her business almost ran out of cash within months of launching.

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The pioneering lawyer who fought for women’s suffrage in India

Mithan Lam left an indelible stamp on the struggle for gender equality in India.

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Trump urges Congress to amend 'wasteful' coronavirus aid bill

He asks lawmakers to "remove wasteful and unnecessary items", adding the package "really is a disgrace".

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Trump pardons two convicted by Mueller inquiry

The president also pardons three former Republican congressmen in a wave of clemency orders.

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Messi breaks Pelé scoring record

Lionel Messi scores his 644th goal for Barcelona during his side's win over Real Valladolid to break Pele's record of the most goals for one club.

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Covid-19: The Philippines and its lockdown baby boom

The Philippines is preparing for a surge in births which will overwhelm its already creaking systems.

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The pioneering lawyer who fought for women’s suffrage in India

Mithan Lam left an indelible stamp on the struggle for gender equality in India.

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The Nigerian blogger scouring the past to inform the future

How a young man's passion for history may help future generations of Nigerians.

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Covid-19: 'Losing Christmas is irreparable damage'

Foppolo ski resort in the Italian Alps is shut and will miss the all-important Christmas ski season.

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Rohingya refugees' perilous journey in search of safety

More than 200 Rohingya refugees are believed to have died or gone missing at sea in 2020.

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Talking Movies: How documentary films flourished in 2020

Audiences embraced a wave of non-fiction films including several on the coronavirus pandemic.

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The best albums and songs of 2020: Fiona Apple, Cardi B, Bob Dylan and Dua Lipa

Records by Fiona Apple, Cardi B, Bob Dylan and Dua Lipa feature in the BBC's "poll of polls".

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Covid: Wuhan scientist would 'welcome' visit probing lab leak theory

A top Chinese scientist addresses claims the coronavirus leaked from her lab in the city of Wuhan.

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Bedford woman 'lost hands and feet' as Covid led to sepsis

Caroline Coster is determined to enjoy her "second life" despite her limbs being partially amputated.

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How a young girl's fairy house sparked a magical friendship

When four-year-old Eliana created a fairy house at the start of the pandemic, she soon began finding notes and gifts from a fairy named Sapphire.

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Charity single maker LadBaby aims for the Christmas number one for the third year running

LadBaby is aiming for a third successive Christmas number one, with another sausage roll infused take on a chart classic.

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Will pregnant women receive the Covid-19 vaccine? It depends

Without pregnant women in trials for the jab, countries are taking different approaches.

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1,000 lost on one boat - this woman hopes to name them

An Italian pathologist is trying to identify the migrants on a boat that sank in the Mediterranean in 2015.

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Covid: Thanksgiving the cause of a spike in US infections?

Family reunions over the holiday period brought people together, but did they spread coronavirus?

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Tanzania 'using Twitter's copyright policy to silence activists'

The guidance meant to deal with rights infringements is being deployed to muzzle critics.

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Tech trends in 2021: Fast planes and homeworking

From a potentially record-breaking electric plane, to new homeworking tech, what to watch out for in 2021.

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NZ killer of British backpacker guilty of more attacks

Grace Millane's killer can now be named after he was convicted of sex attacks on two more women.

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SLS: Crucial test for Nasa's 'mega-rocket'

Part of a giant rocket that will send humans back to the Moon has undergone a critical test.

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Leyla Güven: Turkey sentences Kurdish politician to 22 years in prison

Leyla Güven, an ex-MP for the opposition HDP party, is convicted of membership of a terrorist group.

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Will pregnant women receive the Covid-19 vaccine? It depends

Without pregnant women in trials for the jab, countries are taking different approaches.

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1,000 lost on one boat - this woman hopes to name them

An Italian pathologist is trying to identify the migrants on a boat that sank in the Mediterranean in 2015.

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Covid: Thanksgiving the cause of a spike in US infections?

Family reunions over the holiday period brought people together, but did they spread coronavirus?

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Tanzania 'using Twitter's copyright policy to silence activists'

The guidance meant to deal with rights infringements is being deployed to muzzle critics.

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Covid-19: NI Executive votes against GB-NI travel ban

Ministers did approve plans for further guidance against all but essential travel between GB and NI.

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PSNI chief 'sorry' over policing at Black Lives Matter protests

Simon Byrne apologises after the policing of NI protests is found to be unfair and discriminatory.

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UK government 'likely to miss' broadband and 5G targets

More must be done if the UK is to be future-proofed rather than playing catch-up, say MPs.

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Covid: Wuhan scientist would 'welcome' visit probing lab leak theory

A top Chinese scientist addresses claims the coronavirus leaked from her lab in the city of Wuhan.

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Bats, roadblocks and the origins of coronavirus

The BBC came across roadblocks and checkpoints as they tried to report on a decade-long project into viruses that bats carry.

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How a young girl's fairy house sparked a magical friendship

When four-year-old Eliana created a fairy house at the start of the pandemic, she soon began finding notes and gifts from a fairy named Sapphire.

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Covid-19: Boris Johnson to chair emergency meeting amid travel bans

Dover is severely disrupted after France closed its border over fears about a new coronavirus variant.

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Covid: Australian states enforce travel bans amid Sydney outbreak

All states and territories have begun enforcing travel bans, upending Christmas plans for many people.

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Brexit: Trade deal talks continue as negotiators fail to reach agreement

The UK and EU resume negotiations in Brussels with 10 days to go until the transition period ends.

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Covid: Australian states enforce travel bans amid Sydney outbreak

All states and territories have begun enforcing travel bans, upending Christmas plans for many people.

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The surprising science behind guide dog puppies

Caitlin was partnered with her first guide dog last year, but where do 6% of them come from?

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Covid: Horrible Histories drive-in Christmas panto 'weird but wonderful'

Families are encouraged to participate by honking horns, flashing lights and turning on wipers.

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Covid: The black cab tour of London’s Christmas lights

The pandemic has hit the black cab industry but one driver came up with an idea to attract customers.

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Manchester shooting: 'Please help catch my husband's killer'

Abayomi Ajose was shot dead in a crowd of 400 people - but his murderer has still not been caught.

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The Belgian 'hero' who invaded UK fishing waters

The story of Victor Depaepe, who tested fishing rights in UK waters granted by King Charles II.

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'Yes, people have Zoom fatigue but it's not our fault'

Zoom director Aparna Bawa says video conferencing can tire people out, but her firm isn't to blame.

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How should you talk to friends and relatives who believe conspiracy theories?

Advice from experts and those who used to believe conspiracy theories about how to avoid rows this festive season.

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Sudan-Israel deal fuels migrants' fears

Israel is supported by some Sudanese communities, yet restoring relations may not be good news from them.

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K2: 'Savage Mountain' beckons for unprecedented winter climb

Two European climbers set off this week in an attempt to scale the winter summit of K2.

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Covid-19: Stormont Executive limits NI Christmas bubbles to one day

Stormont ministers held an emergency meeting on Sunday night to discuss new restrictions.

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European regulator says Boeing's 737 Max is safe

Executive Director Patrick Ky said his organisation had "left no stone unturned" in its review.

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Confidence, momentum, quality - Micah Richards on why Man Utd are title contenders again

MOTD2 pundit Micah Richards says Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer deserves more credit than he gets for his side's resurgence.

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European regulator says Boeing's 737 Max is safe

Executive Director Patrick Ky said his organisation had "left no stone unturned" in its review.

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The Belgian 'hero' who invaded UK fishing waters

The story of Victor Depaepe, who tested fishing rights in UK waters granted by King Charles II.

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'Yes, people have Zoom fatigue but it's not our fault'

Zoom director Aparna Bawa says video conferencing can tire people out, but her firm isn't to blame.

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How should you talk to friends and relatives who believe conspiracy theories?

Advice from experts and those who used to believe conspiracy theories about how to avoid rows this festive season.

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Sudan-Israel deal fuels migrants' fears

Israel is supported by some Sudanese communities, yet restoring relations may not be good news from them.

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K2: 'Savage Mountain' beckons for unprecedented winter climb

Two European climbers set off this week in an attempt to scale the winter summit of K2.

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Captagon - Destroying the frontline drug

A seizure with a street value of more than $1bn (£900m) has revealed the scale of illegal drug production in Syria.

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Joe Biden says 'no time to waste' as climate team unveiled

The US president-elect says the team will lead his "ambitious plan" to combat climate change.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'my 2020'

A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "my 2020".

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Budget smartphones: What do you get for £100?

BBC Click's Chris Fox puts eight new budget smartphones to the test to see how they stack up.

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Coronavirus: The care home DJ spreading festive cheer

Chris Morrow has been playing requests from family members who have been unable to visit loved ones.

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Brexit: How to prepare for changes in 2021

Here are some of the things you can do to get prepared for the Brexit changes.

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Vanessa Bryant, her mother's lawsuit and the value of childcare

Vanessa Bryant's messy legal dispute with her mother has also got us talking about the value of housework.

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A Christmas Carol: How Scrooge is saving theatres this Christmas

The theatres looking to Dickens' classic tale to stay afloat and raise spirits despite Covid-19.

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Covid vaccine: 'Disappearing' needles and other rumours debunked

We examine widely shared false claims about vaccines - from "disappearing" needles to a "dead" nurse.

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'We're having a sustainable Christmas'

How can you have green, yet affordable, festivities?

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'God will forgive me or not': Inside the world of a people smuggler

Noor charges Afghans thousands of dollars to travel to Europe. He claims he is getting out of the business.

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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: 'How we survived when Mekelle was shelled'

Ethiopia's prime minister says no civilians were killed in the Tigray conflict. Three witnesses say otherwise.

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Grenfell Tower inquiry: 'Whistleblower' refusing to give evidence

Claude Wehrle is one of at least two cladding firm workers holding out, a letter seen by the BBC reveals.

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Boudicca revolt: Essex dig reveals 'evidence of Roman reprisals'

Archaeologists link the destruction of a "high status" village to the uprising in Roman Britain.

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Alan Shearer would 'not be so sure' about Arsenal staying in Premier League

Former England captain Alan Shearer says he would "not be so sure" about Arsenal surviving in the Premier League at the end of the season.

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Christmas celebrations to go ahead in Bethlehem

BBC Middle East correspondent Yolande Knell joins the rehearsals for the festive processions.

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Covid vaccine: 'Disappearing' needles and other rumours debunked

We examine widely shared false claims about vaccines - from "disappearing" needles to a "dead" nurse.

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'God will forgive me or not': Inside the world of a people smuggler

Noor charges Afghans thousands of dollars to travel to Europe. He claims he is getting out of the business.

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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: 'How we survived when Mekelle was shelled'

Ethiopia's prime minister says no civilians were killed in the Tigray conflict. Three witnesses say otherwise.

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Uganda election: False claims about Joe Biden and others

Claims about the US president-elect are among misinformation being widely shared during an election.

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Spain housing: Evictions and broken promises in a pandemic

Spain's prime minister promised nobody would be evicted during the pandemic but activists say thousands have.

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Senegal's Dakar Fashion Week: The catwalk in a baobab forest

Held outside because of the pandemic, a fashion show in Senegal embraces the environmental message.

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MasterChef final is dream come true for Nepal’s Santosh Shah

Getting to the MasterChef final is like a dream for Santosh Shah, who is from a tiny village in Nepal.

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Canada 'Sixties Scoop': Indigenous survivors map out their stories

Canada's "Sixties Scoop" saw thousands of indigenous children forcibly removed from their families.

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Blindian Project: Celebrating black and South Asian relationships

Blindian Project runs workshops to prepare couples for tricky family introductions.

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North Korea: Potato propaganda is back... but what does it mean?

Why is North Korea promoting the humble spud in movies, culinary shows, and news reports?

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Week in pictures: 12-18 December 2020

A selection of some of the most powerful images taken around the world this week.

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The 'ghost' silhouettes popping up in a Scottish Borders village

Residents of West Linton have seen all kinds of creatures appear since the Covid pandemic began.

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Sir David Attenborough on Joe Biden, Christmas wrapping... and flamingos

Sir David examines how wildlife adapts to the forces of nature, such as volcanoes, in a new series.

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Covid at Christmas: 'Chris Whitty is more popular than Britney Spears'

England's chief medical officer and his deputy Jonathan Van-Tam prove popular with shoppers.

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My Money: 'I'm a 33-weeks' pregnant doctor'

Helen Edwards, an NHS doctor from the West Midlands in the UK takes us through her week's spending.

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Faith and fertility at Bethlehem's Milk Grotto

Some say the place where Mary is said to have nursed Jesus holds the power to help couples conceive.

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Covid: US approves Moderna as second vaccine

The Food and Drug Administration gives the green light for releasing millions of doses.

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Covid : US Vice-President Pence 'didn't feel a thing'

Mike Pence receives the coronavirus vaccine live and says he "didn't feel a thing".

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Vanessa Bryant, her mother's lawsuit and the value of childcare

Vanessa Bryant's messy legal dispute with her mother has also got us talking about the value of housework.

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Covid: US approves Moderna as second vaccine

The Food and Drug Administration gives the green light for releasing millions of doses.

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Employers back requirement for large firms to disclose ethnicity pay gaps

A government report seen by the BBC suggests strong support for large firms having to publish the data.

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Graham Norton presents his final Radio 2 show after 10 years

The star is moving to Virgin Radio after a decade hosting Saturday mornings for Radio 2.

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Covid: The countries worried they won't get the vaccine

Countries such as Zimbabwe, Mexico and Pakistan are likely to have to wait for the coronavirus vaccine.

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Faith and fertility at Bethlehem's Milk Grotto

Some say the place where Mary is said to have nursed Jesus holds the power to help couples conceive.

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Coronavirus in South Africa: Unravelling the mystery

Antibody tests show that up to a third of South Africans may have contracted coronavirus during the first wave.

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US evictions crisis: 'My pride has gone. We're pretty much homeless now'

Millions face being homeless as an eviction ban ends - and a lifeline from Congress remains uncertain.

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Blindian Project: Celebrating black and South Asian relationships

Blindian Project runs workshops to prepare couples for tricky family introductions.

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North Korea: Potato propaganda is back... but what does it mean?

Why is North Korea promoting the humble spud in movies, culinary shows, and news reports?

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Microplastics, drugs and food - how jellyfish can help us

Jellyfish are being used to develop new medicines, filters for microplastics and for food.

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Hunger spikes, demand rises for US food banks

Amid the pandemic, one in eight Americans say their household has experienced a food shortage.

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Kangaroos can 'communicate' with humans, study finds

Their behaviour challenges a notion that such abilities come only from domestication, a study finds.

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US couple find 100-year-old whisky bottles hidden in walls of home

In 1920, the US banned alcohol but bootleggers went to extraordinary lengths to hide the illicit goods.

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US congressman Joe Cunningham opens beer to toast bipartisanship

Joe Cunningham uses his farewell speech to call on people to "listen to each other, maybe even have a beer".

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Coronavirus and Christmas: 'I can't wait to see my grandkids'

A family look forward to being reunited at Christmas, after being separated for 10 months.

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Covid: How schools managed to save the Christmas nativity

Schools have found new ways of celebrating the festive period during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Swiss count cost of surge in deaths

Swiss leaders decide on Friday whether to impose tougher measures, as deaths reach 100 a day.

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Biden cabinet: Does this new team better reflect America?

The role of a president's inaugural cabinet goes beyond just policy - let's take a closer look.

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Creating animal food from a greenhouse gas

Animal feed is often transported thousands of miles so scientists are looking at new production methods.

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The angry pop song calling out China's domestic violence problem

Xiao Juan is the first pop song in China to openly discuss what is seen by many as a sensitive topic.

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Covid: Moderna vaccine moves closer to US approval

A panel of US experts say the Moderna vaccine should be given emergency use approval.

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Deb Haaland: Historic Native American 'pick for Biden cabinet'

Deb Haaland would be the first Native American in a cabinet secretary role, overseeing public lands.

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Google sued again over anti-competitive search practices

US states accuse Google of unfairly abusing monopolies to dominate new tech like voice assistants.

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Long Covid: Hospital patients to get checks at six weeks

Official guidance has identified 28 common symptoms like breathlessness, dizziness and chest pain.

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Wildfire smoke may spread infectious disease

Smoke from wildfires could be a surprising new route for the spread of microbes, experts believe.

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US couple find 100-year-old whisky bottles hidden in walls of home

In 1920, the US banned alcohol but bootleggers went to extraordinary lengths to hide the illicit goods.

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Covid: Sydney residents urged to stay home amid new outbreak

Residents are told to stay home as officials scramble to contain a cluster ahead of Christmas.

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Covid vaccine: India expects to 'begin vaccination in January'

India's vaccination programme aims to reach 300 million people by early August.

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Coronavirus: Swiss count cost of surge in deaths

Swiss leaders decide on Friday whether to impose tougher measures, as deaths reach 100 a day.

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Biden cabinet: Does this new team better reflect America?

The role of a president's inaugural cabinet goes beyond just policy - let's take a closer look.

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'A total mess': Venezuelans see little hope of improvement

With many Venezuelans spending days in queues for fuel, hope for the future is at a new low.

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Africa's week in pictures: 11 - 17 December 2020

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent.

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Covid in India: How do you vaccinate 1.3 billion people?

The BBC looks at how India plans to vaccinate its vast population against Covid-19.

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The impact of Covid rule-breakers

Is rule-breaking causing the Covid-19 surge?

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Celebrating Hanukkah and tackling anti-Semitism

Young Jews have marked the festival by posting videos honouring traditions and fighting anti-Semitism.

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Covid: Cancer scan backlog raises late detection fears

Waiting times grow across the UK for potentially life-saving MRI and CAT scans, figures show.

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Dancing starling spectacle solves power cut mystery in Airth

Engineers investigating the unexplained outages found they were caused by murmurations of starlings.

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Covid: Woman discovers 'thrill' of wildlife photography in lockdown

Laura Lake now loves capturing wildlife after borrowing a camera and a zoom lens earlier this year.

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In pictures: The beauty of toilets

Photographer Elena Heatherwick captures the stories behind them in villages in Rwanda and Madagascar.

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Our Lives: 'It's not impossible to be happy'

BBC journalist Emma Clifford Bell visits Drumchapel, Scotland, to see how lockdown has impacted lives there.

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'Christmas is here again' sung by schools around the UK

Emma Hutchinson's efforts to create something positive in lockdown led to a Christmas song.

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Dangerous cladding: 'Fire patrols at our flats cost us £500,000'

Years after flammable cladding issues emerged, more flat owners are facing costly 24-hour patrols.

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: 'Have I got Covid for a second time?'

Dr John Wright thought he'd had Covid in spring - but last week he tested positive. So what's going on?

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Viola Davis: 'In my world, there are a lot of Ma Raineys'

Viola Davis on her new movie with Chadwick Boseman and how black women are represented on screen.

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How Phoebe Bridgers made one of 2020's best albums

The making of Punisher, from break-ups and primal screams to learning how to drive a tractor.

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Marshall Islands: Record drugs haul washes up on shore

About 49kg (1,430lbs) of cocaine was found hidden inside a boat that had washed ashore.

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'Love jihad': What a reported miscarriage says about India's anti-conversion law

A young Hindu says she miscarried after being separated from her Muslim husband under a new law.

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China's drinkers develop taste for home-grown wines

Chinese drinkers are increasingly choosing to buy and drink wines from their own country.

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Tigray crisis: How Ethiopian doctors fled militia attacks

Ethiopian doctors tell the BBC about their efforts to treat wounded civilians during fighting last month.

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Brexit trade talks: Could the UK and the EU keep negotiating?

What happens if there's a last-minute Brexit trade deal or they need to keep talking?

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In pictures: The beauty of toilets

Photographer Elena Heatherwick captures the stories behind them in villages in Rwanda and Madagascar.

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Viola Davis: 'In my world, there are a lot of Ma Raineys'

Viola Davis on her new movie with Chadwick Boseman and how black women are represented on screen.

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Marcus Rashford's mum: 'Sometimes we didn't even have bread in the house'

Speaking publicly for the first time, Mel Maynard says sometimes she went without food so her children could eat.

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Covid and vitamin D: 'Not enough evidence' for treatment

People are still advised to take a daily supplement this winter to keep bones and muscles healthy.

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More families 'trapped in temporary accommodation' in England

The number of people without a permanent home in England is at its highest level in 14 years, a report says.

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China's Chang'e-5 mission returns Moon samples

A capsule lands in Inner Mongolia with the first lunar rock to be brought to Earth in 44 years.

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Covid: Melbourne towers lockdown 'breached human rights'

A snap decision to confine 3,000 people to public housing units was unlawful, a report finds.

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CCTV shows the moment farm animals visited a town hall

A sheep, a goat and three lambs escaped from their farm in Turkey, ending up at a nearby town hall.

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What are the Christmas Covid rules?

Laura Foster explains who you can see and how to stay safe.

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Prato: The Italian town turning rags into new clothes

A small Italian town has built its fortune on transforming the world's old scraps into new clothes.

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Kangaroos can 'communicate' with humans, study finds

Their behaviour challenges a notion that such abilities come only from domestication, a study finds.

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Our Lives: 'We don't have to be shooting each other'

The BBC's Fergal Keane returns to Northern Ireland to see how one community is dealing with the legacy of the Troubles.

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Beirut explosion: The architect rebuilding families' homes for free

Joe Salloum and his team are bringing hope, and homes, back to people who live in the poorest areas of Beirut.

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Vaccine doctors on TikTok: 'Come for the fun, stay for the science'

Meet the doctors working on vaccines and providing information about the jabs on TikTok.

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The Archers tackles the 'hidden' connection between disability and modern slavery

As The Archers reveal three characters kept as slaves have a learning or mental health disability, how widespread is the problem in the UK?

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'Fear is the only thing that stops you. I had to give it a try'

Three stories of people working in retail who set up new businesses during Covid-19.

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Germany starts Christmas lockdown amid Covid surge

New restrictions come into force limiting festivities to the smallest of family gatherings.

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French culture takes centre stage in Covid protest

Actors, musicians and theatre directors gather to criticise the decision not to reopen culture venues.

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'Tier 3 has ruined our dream restaurant opening'

With sit-down dining now off the menu in much of England, restaurant owners say they're facing a difficult Christmas.

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Historic England: Shipwreck and Selfridges on 2020 protected list

Historic England has added 423 sites to its National Heritage List in 2020.

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Great Pyramid: Lost Egyptian artefact found in Aberdeen cigar box

The 5,000-year-old piece of wood, originally found in the Great Pyramid in 1872, is said to be "hugely significant".

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Prato: The Italian town turning rags into new clothes

A small Italian town has built its fortune on transforming the world's old scraps into new clothes.

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Abhishek Bachchan: A Bollywood star's romance with kabaddi

Abhishek Bachchan's team is the subject of a new TV series by an award winning British filmmaker.

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SolarWinds: Why the Sunburst hack is so serious

The hack of thousands of high-profile organisations, including the US government, could have major consequences.

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Kangaroos can 'communicate' with humans, study finds

Their behaviour challenges a notion that such abilities come only from domestication, a study finds.

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Housing: Formula for locating new homes revised after Tory backlash

Urban developments in the Midlands and north of England will now be prioritised in government U-turn.

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Prince Harry and Meghan sign Spotify podcast deal

In a trailer, the couple promise "different perspectives" and interviews with "amazing people".

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The Papers: 'Carry on Christmas' as PM refuses to scrap rules

The front pages focus on whether plans to ease restrictions over Christmas could be scrapped or cut.

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The architect rebuilding Beirut's homes for free

Joe Salloum and his team are bringing hope, and homes, back to people who live in the poorest areas of Beirut.

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Germany starts Christmas lockdown amid Covid surge

New restrictions come into force limiting festivities to the smallest of family gatherings.

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French culture takes centre stage in Covid protest

Actors, musicians and theatre directors gather to criticise the decision not to reopen culture venues.

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Cartoonist Charlie Mackesy: 'Don't give up, the storm ends'

Cartoonist Charlie Mackesy dedicated his drawings to the people on the front line tackling Covid-19.

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Nottingham street dancer: ‘Why I dance in front of strangers’

Jamal Sterrett performs a style known as bruk up.

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Experiencing a lockdown world through hang gliding

Hang glider Wolfgang Siess lost his job due to coronavirus, so he started filming his flights to try and attract more people to the sport.

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Yemen: How Covid-19 spread in a war zone

Already facing a humanitarian crisis, Yemenis have been left in the dark over the coronavirus outbreak.

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MasterChef final is dream come true for Nepal’s Santosh Shah

Getting to the MasterChef final is like a dream for Santosh Shah, who is from a tiny village in Nepal.

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'We'd just begun our careers - and then the pandemic hit'

The sudden lockdown in March turned the world of work upside down for millions, including the very newest, apprentices.

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Hunger spikes, demand rises for US food banks

Amid the pandemic, one in eight Americans say their household has experienced a food shortage.

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A palm oil alternative could help save rainforests

Plantations for palm oil are blamed for rainforest destruction, but an artificial palm oil is close.

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Senegal's Dakar Fashion Week: The catwalk in a baobab forest

Held outside because of the pandemic, a fashion show in Senegal embraces the environmental message.

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Joe Biden says 'will of people prevailed' after victory confirmed

The Democrat has been formally certified as the next US president by the country's electoral college.

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Australia storms: Floods spark evacuation warnings for NSW towns

Some New South Wales residents are told to leave their homes, after storms batter two states.

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EU Digital Services Act set to bring in new rules for tech giants

Europe is set to announce two new acts in the biggest shake-up of digital laws in 20 years.

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Online harms law to let regulator block apps in UK

Ofcom would also be able to fine services huge sums if it believed they had failed to protect users.

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'Unconscious bias training' to be scrapped by ministers

The government scraps anti-bias training for civil servants and wants it to end across public sector.

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Hackney triple shooting: Man critical and two injured

Three men were rushed to hospital with "gunshot injuries" after the shooting in Hackney.

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The Papers: 'Mutant' Covid as London 'plunged' into tier 3

A new variant of the virus and the capital going into the top level of restrictions dominates the front pages.

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MasterChef final is dream come true for Nepal’s Santosh Shah

Getting to the MasterChef final is like a dream for Santosh Shah, who is from a tiny village in Nepal.

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Hunger spikes, demand rises for US food banks

Amid the pandemic, one in eight Americans say their household has experienced a food shortage.

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Senegal's Dakar Fashion Week: The catwalk in a baobab forest

Held outside because of the pandemic, a fashion show in Senegal embraces the environmental message.

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Why India's doctors differ on Covid-19 plasma therapy

The therapy is allowed in many countries despite unanswered questions over its efficacy.

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A palm oil alternative could help save rainforests

Plantations for palm oil are blamed for rainforest destruction, but an artificial palm oil is close.

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Yemen: How Covid-19 spread in a war zone

Already facing a humanitarian crisis, Yemenis have been left in the dark over the coronavirus outbreak.

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Experiencing a lockdown world through hang gliding

Hang glider Wolfgang Siess lost his job due to coronavirus, so he started filming his flights to try and attract more people to the sport.

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Covid vaccine: How does a vaccine get approved?

The NHS is carrying out the biggest mass vaccination campaign in its history - what safety checks were made?

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Blood donation: Rule change means more gay and bisexual men can give blood

Men who have sex with men in a long-term relationship will now be able to donate blood at any time.

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Australia storms: Wild weather lashes vast stretch of east coast

Heavy rain and huge ocean swells batter popular tourist spots, prompting hundreds of calls for help.

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Covid-19: London council tells schools to teach online

Greenwich council leader writes to head teachers and parents warning of "extreme risk" of rising cases.

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The moment landmark hotel demolished in Virginia

The former Holiday Inn offered views of Washington DC, but was brought down without a hitch in a controlled implosion.

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Challenging dementia 'stigma' in Sikh communities

Nirmal Singh says he wants his community to learn from his family's experience with the disease.

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US election 2020: What is the electoral college?

The president of the United States is not chosen directly by voters, but by what's known as the electoral college.

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Contact tracer: 'People threaten us and block our calls'

An NHS Test and Trace worker says many members of the public don't answer or refuse to co-operate.

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The new podcast ‘smashing the box’ of disabled feminism

An 'unsanitised' retelling of the lives of Helen Keller, Mabel Normand and Rosa May Billinghurst in a new podcast reveals their impact on modern feminism.

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The surprise Christmas show for an audience of one

Dundee Rep Theatre is staging individual performances of its Christmas show at the homes of lucky nominees.

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How clean is the air in your office?

Due to Covid, and many of us hoping to return to the office in 2021, workplace air quality is a growing concern.

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Kenya's black market baby trade: A mother's choice

What drives a mother to sell her baby for £70? The story of a woman caught between poverty and traffickers.

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Australia storms: Wild weather lashes vast stretch of east coast

Heavy rain and huge ocean swells batter popular tourist spots, prompting hundreds of calls for help.

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Ambrose Dlamini: Eswatini's PM dies after testing positive for Covid-19

The country's government says Ambrose Dlamini, 52, died in hospital in South Africa on Sunday.

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Newspaper headlines: Extra time in Brexit talks for a "final push"

The ongoing Brexit talks dominate the front pages as the UK and EU agree to extend negotiations.

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What next for Arsenal as Gunners make worst start since 1974-75?

Kieran Tierney said Arsenal "deserved" to be booed off after being stunned at home by Burnley, so just how bad is the situation for the Gunners right now?

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Inside a vaccine cold storage room

The BBC's Karishma Vaswani takes a look around a vaccine cold storage facility in Singapore.

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Kenya's black market baby trade: A mother's choice

What drives a mother to sell her baby for £70? The story of a woman caught between poverty and traffickers.

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US election 2020: What is the electoral college?

The president of the United States is not chosen directly by voters, but by what's known as the electoral college.

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Fear and mistrust stalk Kashmir polls

The first elections since the region lost its special status last year have seen low voter turnout.

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Canada 'Sixties Scoop': Indigenous survivors map out their stories

Canada's "Sixties Scoop" saw thousands of indigenous children forcibly removed from their families.

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Covid vaccine: How does a vaccine get approved?

The NHS is carrying out the biggest mass vaccination campaign in its history with a jab that protects against Covid-19. What safety checks were made for it to get to this point?

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US election: Can you explain the electoral college in 10 seconds?

Jay and Peter are two of the 538 US electors, who vote on Monday to formally choose the next president.

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Teenage glider pilot flies solo for first time on 14th birthday

Alex Westgate completed the flight in Leicestershire after he started training in March.

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Paolo Rossi: Italian World Cup hero's home burgled during funeral

A watch and cash are among items reported stolen from the late World Cup winner's home on Saturday.

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Covid vaccines: Will drug companies make bumper profits?

Governments and charities have invested billions in vaccines developed by private firms.

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No pickers, no coffee: How Covid threatens Colombia's harvest

Labour shortages caused by the coronavirus pandemic are hitting coffee growers in Colombia hard.

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Electoral College: The people who ultimately pick the US president

Members of the US Electoral College meet on Monday - but who are they?

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Interior Chinatown: The novel taking on Hollywood’s Asian tropes

This year's winner of the US National Book Award for fiction explores what it means to be Asian in America.

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India farmers: Misleading claims about high-profile support

Misinformation is being shared about prominent politicians and the current protests in India.

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Earth Photo winners announced

A project on abandoned spaces reclaimed by nature has won the 2020 Earth Photo competition.

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Astronomy: 'Odd radio circles' in the sky a ‘genuine mystery’

A new high-powered telescope has discovered inexplicable ghostly circles in the sky.

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Mateusz Kuzimski: The veg packer who became a pro footballer

Mateusz Kuzimski was working on a line in England - before returning to Poland to chase his dream.

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Call of Duty: US and British military go head to head

Teams from the US and British forces compete for the first time to raise money for veteran charities.

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Abortion laws: Polish women forced abroad for terminations

Even more Polish women are seeking abortions abroad, after the procedure has been all but banned.

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Hurricane season 2020: Is global warming making hurricanes stronger?

The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season was one of the most active on record - was it due to global warming?

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Drag Race UK: The Frock Destroyers on making music in lockdown

Divina De Campo, Blu Hydrangea and Baga Chipz appeared on season one of RuPaul's Drag Race UK.

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Heritage railway decked out with 13,000 Christmas lights

A heritage railway is running special seasonal services in the run up to Christmas.

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‘I was in prison at 20 - and a music executive by 28’

As he faced jail, the life Niyah Smith had once dreamed of looked impossible. But then came a chance to turn his fortunes around.

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Covid vaccines: Will drug companies make bumper profits?

Governments and charities have invested billions in vaccines developed by private firms.

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No pickers, no coffee: How Covid threatens Colombia's harvest

Labour shortages caused by the coronavirus pandemic are hitting coffee growers in Colombia hard.

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The women inspiring others in a male-dominated industry

Women who have risen to the top in the banking world share the challenges they have faced.

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Impressive AJ, fans return, Fury responds & Mayweather's surprise appearance

Anthony Joshua stops Kubrat Pulev in style, fans return and Floyd Mayweather's surprise appearance - how the boxing world reacted.

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Abortion laws: Polish women forced abroad for terminations

Even more Polish women are seeking abortions abroad, after the procedure has been all but banned.

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Call of Duty: US and British military go head to head

Teams from the US and British forces compete for the first time to raise money for veteran charities.

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Hurricane season 2020: Is global warming making hurricanes stronger?

The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season was one of the most active on record - was it due to global warming?

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Klarna plans to tell credit agencies if repayments fail

The Buy Now, Pay Later firm Klarna tells Money Box it plans to start reporting missed payments to credit referencing agencies.

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Monkeys could be banned as pets, says government

Many of the thousands of primates kept in homes in England are said to be living in misery.

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Covid: London's coronavirus levels rising, ONS says

But infections kept falling in most English regions as the second lockdown ended.

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How Saddam Hussein tried to break into the film business

Oliver Reed travelled to Iraq in the 1980s when Saddam Hussein tried to join the movie business.

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Covid: Homeless people in Milton Keynes left struggling for shelter

The BBC's Jon Ironmonger met rough sleepers on the streets of Milton Keynes.

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The Balkans on film, 25 years since the Dayton Agreement

Scottish photographer Chris Leslie has worked in the region since the 1995 Dayton Agreement.

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Week in pictures: 5 - 11 December 2020

A selection of striking images taken around the world this week.

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Covid vaccine: How will the UK jab millions of people?

The logistics of delivering the biggest vaccination programme the country has ever seen.

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The science of addiction: Do you always like the things you want?

A leading US scientist, Prof Kent Berridge, has transformed our understanding of human desire.

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Pushbacks: Migrants accuse Greece of sending them back out to sea

Greece insists such accusations are an insult but some migrants documented their trips with GPS.

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Test and Trace: 'Tackling Covid got me a job'

Newsbeat finds out what it’s like to work for NHS Test and Trace.

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'I made £1,265 selling my clothes second-hand'

Resale clothing and accessories sites like Depop, Poshmark and ThredUp say activity is up due to the pandemic.

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Pushbacks: Migrants accuse Greece of sending them back out to sea

Greece insists such accusations are an insult but some migrants documented their trips with GPS.

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GeeSixFive: The woman who became a pop sensation at 65

Olpha Selepe, also known as GeeSixFive, shot to fame with a hit single just weeks before her death.

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China Covid: Infected woman defends herself after public shaming

A 20-year-old who was rounded on by Chinese internet trolls has spoken out.

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The man behind Mariah Carey's All I Want For Christmas Is You

Walter Afanasieff co-wrote and produced Mariah Carey's festive classic, which has hit UK number one after 26 years.

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US Supreme Court rejects Trump-backed bid to overturn election

The lawsuit sought to invalidate results in four states where President Trump lost the US election.

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Aztec skull tower: Archaeologists unearth new sections in Mexico City

A further 119 skulls of men, women and children are found near a famous Aztec temple in Mexico City.

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Newspaper headlines: Christmas plans warning and 'IT chaos' hits vaccines

A call to rethink Christmas bubbles and a warning from GPs over computer systems are among the stories leading the papers.

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US Supreme Court rejects Trump-backed bid to overturn election

The lawsuit sought to invalidate results in four states where President Trump lost the US election.

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Aztec skull tower: Archaeologists unearth new sections in Mexico City

A further 119 skulls of men, women and children are found near a famous Aztec temple in Mexico City.

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How Saddam Hussein tried to break into the film business

Oliver Reed travelled to Iraq in the 1980s when Saddam Hussein tried to join the movie business.

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Turning sounds from around the world into music

Classically-trained musician Belle Chen uses ambient recordings sent from people across the globe.

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Charity that helped Grenfell victims 'institutionally racist', review says

A review finds the London-based Westway Trust "lost sight of the reason for its establishment".

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Covid testing of students finds few positive cases

First results of mass Covid testing of students report "low numbers" of positive cases.

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Quiz of the week: Moon for sale - but for how much?

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

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Ma Rainey's Black Bottom: Chadwick Boseman 'a character actor'

Oscar-winner, Davis, stars alongside Boseman in the highly anticipated Ma Rainey's Black Bottom.

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Brexit: Is the EU treating the UK differently?

With no agreement on a Brexit trade deal, Ros Atkins takes a look at what the UK and EU are demanding.

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New Zealand: Fixing the ruined Christchurch Cathedral that's frozen in time

New drone footage shows Christchurch Cathedral that's been untouched since the 2011 earthquake.

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Revenge of the secretaries: The protest movement that inspired the film 9 to 5

The 1980 hit comedy 9 to 5 was inspired by a real protest movement, which is profiled in a new documentary.

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Waldemar Haffkine: The vaccine pioneer the world forgot

Waldemar Haffkine created the world's first vaccines for cholera and plague. Then a disaster derailed his life.

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Plexiglass, sanitiser and masks: US mall Santas prepare for Christmas

Malls that have hosted visits with Santa for over 100 years are being forced to change their approach.

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Latin America politics: UK's 1960s covert activity revealed

Declassified files reveal Britain's attempts to wield influence in Latin America in the 1960s.

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Ridley Scott inspires Network Rail’s cave-exploring drone

Scenes from the movie Prometheus inspired Network Rail to develop a drone that can explore caves.

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Muslim men on no-fly list have right to sue FBI, says US Supreme Court

Three men say the FBI violated their religious beliefs by pressuring them to spy on other Muslims.

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Plexiglass, sanitiser and masks: US mall Santas prepare for Christmas

Malls that have hosted visits with Santa for over 100 years are being forced to change their approach.

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Latin America politics: UK's 1960s covert activity revealed

Declassified files reveal Britain's attempts to wield influence in Latin America in the 1960s.

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Iran's Supreme Leader: Who might succeed Ali Khamenei?

Rumours about Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's health have thrown the spotlight on his possible successors.

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Waldemar Haffkine: The vaccine pioneer the world forgot

Waldemar Haffkine created the world's first vaccines for cholera and plague. Then a disaster derailed his life.

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Dame Barbara Windsor: Carry On and EastEnders actress dies aged 83

The actress was best known for her roles in EastEnders and the Carry On films.

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Covid in Scotland: Shops to reopen as toughest restrictions eased

Non-essential shops across much of western Scotland - including Glasgow - will open for first time in three weeks.

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In pictures: Barbara Windsor

Actress Dame Barbara Windsor, best known for her roles in EastEnders and the Carry On films, has died aged 83.

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