Thursday, 30 September 2021

Levelling up needs to be more than a slogan, say Tory MPs

The prime minister needs to put "meat on the bones" of his levelling up plan - or pay the political price, MPs say.

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Spanish women filmed urinating left humiliated by judge

Eighty women and girls were videoed by secret cameras at a festival, but a judge dismissed the case.

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Covid-19 vaccinations: More than 50 nations have missed a target set by the WHO

Most of those not making the target of 10% of people fully vaccinated by the end of September are in Africa.

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The writer behind musicals about Princess Diana and Tom Jones (twice)

An award-winning US playwright talks about his new Princess Diana and Tom Jones stage shows.

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Shopping centre clinics to help tackle NHS backlog

They will be kitted out with equipment to carry out X-rays, breast screening, ultrasounds and scans.

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Botox-style injections and lip filler ban for under-18s in England

Campaigners say the new rules in England do not stretch far enough to protect everyone.

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Super Bowl LVI halftime show will be packed with star power

A quintet of musical trailblazers will come together on the Super Bowl LVI halftime show stage in February.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Shaming of the Met' and 'never let him out'

Friday's papers are dominated by the sentencing to a whole life term of Sarah Everard's killer.

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Covid in Scotland: Vaccine passport app launch hit by problems

The NHS Scotland Covid Status app only became available to download at about 17:30 on Thursday.

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E4 sorry for broadcasting wrong Married At First Sight episode

The channel says "ongoing tech issues" caused it to broadcast Wednesday's show rather than the finale.

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Greg Gilbert lead singer of Delays dies aged 44

The singer was diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer in 2016 and was taken off treatment in August.

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Sarah Everard: Female officers 'fear reporting male colleagues'

"The police service is very sexist and misogynistic," says former high-ranking Met officer Parm Sandhu.

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Gloria Estefan says she was sexually abused aged nine

The singer reveals she was molested by a family member when she was a child at music school.

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Ecuador riot: Anxious families await news after fighting kills 116 inmates

With bodies decapitated or dismembered, it could take days for the victims to be identified.

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Turkey: 'Missing' man joins search party looking for himself

A Turkish man joined a search party without realising he was the person they were looking for.

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Wednesday, 29 September 2021

Dave Grohl: My whole life is like an out-of-body experience

The Foo Fighters star says his whole life is an "out-of-body experience" as he publishes his memoir.

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Covid: Cancelled physio sessions 'could shorten my life'

Long-term cancellation of physiotherapy sessions are having a detrimental impact on peoples' lives.

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Changing China: How Beijing's crackdowns are impacting business

Businesses are under intense scrutiny as President Xi attempts to narrow China's wealth gap.

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Zaid Ait Malek: The stowaway who became a Spanish ultra running star

Zaid Ait Malek had always been a good runner. Now it would make the difference between capture and escape.

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Can you be coached on how to be happy?

The happiness industry has grown in popularity during the pandemic but it's not without its critics.

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Britney Spears' father suspended as her conservator



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Britney Spears' father suspended as conservator

Jamie Spears was removed after the singer alleged abuse, but another conservator remains in charge.

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Many can stop anti-depressants without relapse

Staying on them reduces the risk of depression recurring but there's no guarantee, a study suggests.

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JK Rowling table saved from cafe gutted by fire

The antique that sections of the Harry Potter books were written on is now being taken to a restorer.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Sarah didn't stand a chance' and 'women lose trust'

Thursday's papers lead with details of the murder of Sarah Everard who was abducted in London earlier this year.

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No more visa schemes for businesses, say government sources

Some sectors want a relaxation of immigration rules but the government says firms should pay staff more.

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Don't say 'panic' amid fuel crisis, Cabinet Office warns councils

Documents seen by the BBC reveal the government's messaging advice over petrol supply problems.

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Sarah Everard murder: Victim impact statements in full

In court, the family of Sarah Everard confront her murderer and lay bare their loss and anguish.

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Labour conference: Starmer speech 'an honour' for murdered nurse

The parents of Jane Clough, who was killed by her former partner, welcome the Labour leader's words.

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Sarah Everard murder: Police release interview footage with Wayne Couzens

In the interview, days after Sarah Everard's disappearance, Couzens denies knowing who she is.

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Tuesday, 28 September 2021

People also suffer 'long flu', study shows

Similar to Covid, other viruses can cause prolonged symptoms that take time to get over.

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Dalai Lama cafe: Tibetan woman overwhelmed as Edinburgh cafe saved

Reka Gawa opened the Himalaya Cafe after a chance meeting with the spiritual leader almost 20 years ago.

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Behind the scenes at Sir Keir Starmer's first conference as leader

At his first party conference as Labour leader, the BBC looks at Sir Keir Starmer’s week so far.

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Paralysed woman to tackle London Marathon in motorcycle gear

Claire Lomas, who was paralysed after a horse riding accident, will tackle the course in a wheelchair.

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German coalition talks: Where Brits see a crisis, Germans find unity

Coalition governments are rare in the UK. Germany has had nothing but them since the end of the war.

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Hathras rape case: Prisoners in their own home, lives on hold, a village divided

The BBC revisits the family of a 19-year-old who died in India last year after reporting gang rape.

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CEO Secrets: Don't fire staff for making mistakes

Tech firm CEO Jeff Lawson warns bosses not to make hasty judgements about their employees.

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Turner Prize 2021: Salmon farming and neurodiversity explored

The work on display is from five collectives who help to "inspire social change through art".

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Daniel Craig's last film as James Bond has royal premiere

Daniel Craig joins his co-stars - including members of the royal family - on the red carpet for his final outing as James Bond.

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Life at 50C: Mexico's struggle for water

Climate change is causing once-mighty rivers to dry up and temperatures to rise to deadly levels in Mexico.

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Garden ponds help boost biodiversity

The UK's ponds dramatically declined in the 20th Century but even garden ponds can make a difference.

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Calais: On patrol with the troops looking for migrants

General Frantz Tavart says he will withdraw troops from the coastline if funding from the UK is withheld.

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Covid grief: 'We didn't want the prime minister's condolences'

Hannah, who lost both her dad and grandmother to Covid, speaks to the BBC about meeting the prime minister.

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Labour conference: Starmer promises to get Labour back in business

The Labour leader will pledge more money for schools and mental health in his big conference speech.

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Iona Fyfe: Scots traditional singer was 'offered gig help in return for sex'

Award-winning singer Iona Fyfe says she was propositioned by a man from a well-known band when she was 20.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Forecourt punch-ups' and 'PM to save Christmas'

Wednesday's papers liken scenes at forecourts to the Wild West amid signs the fuel crisis is easing.

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Women's and trans rights are not in conflict, says Angela Rayner

Her comments come as one delegate says she received transphobic abuse in the conference centre.

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Real Madrid 1-2 Sheriff Tiraspol: Champions League debutants snatch win

Sheriff Tiraspol produce one of the great Champions League shocks by beating Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.

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Katie Price's family post message of concern and support after crash

The star's family say their "worst fears nearly came true" after reports that she was in an accident.

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Monday, 27 September 2021

Can a love coach help you find a man by Christmas?

It's a multi-billion-dollar industry and one that makes bold promises. Do love coaches actually deliver?

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Green investing: How your savings can fight climate change

Campaigners say you should see your money as a secret superpower that can help save the planet

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The race to replace persistent chemicals in our homes

Why widely-used PFAS coatings found on objects like frying pans and raincoats are in the spotlight.

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Most teenagers willing to have Covid jab - study

The findings come from one of the first surveys asking young people, rather than parents, their views.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Fuel firms cash in' and Army called up amid crisis

Tuesday's papers lead with news that the Army is now on standby to assist with fuel deliveries.

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Writer's block, betrayal and tremolo guitars: The making of Billie Eilish's Bond theme

Billie Eilish, Finneas and Johnny Marr discuss the making of the No Time To Die theme song.

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Labour conference: Party promises to bring back neighbourhood policing

The shadow home secretary says Labour will "tackle anti-social behaviour" if the party wins power.

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The testimony that convicted R. Kelly

Several women said the R&B superstar had attacked them and forced them into humiliating sex acts.

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R. Kelly convicted of racketeering and sex trafficking



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R. Kelly faces decades in prison on federal charges

Kelly, who has been on trial since Aug. 18, has pleaded not guilty to all charges

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Fuel supply: Army put on standby to ease pressure on petrol stations

Military drivers are being trained so they are ready to be deployed if necessary, the government says.

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Labour conference: Comrade Bercow makes debut

The former Commons Speaker picks up the left's lingo as he appears at his new party's event in Brighton.

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R. Kelly found guilty in sex trafficking trial

After decades of allegations, the singer was found guilty of running a scheme to abuse women and children.

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Sabina Nessa: Man charged with teacher's murder

The 28-year-old primary school teacher was found dead in a south-east London park.

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Germany election: Coalition talks begin after close election

The election is over but months of talks are just getting started to see who will be chancellor.

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Coronavirus: Social distancing ends in shops and theatres

However, ministers have not halted the 1m social distancing rule for hospitality venues.

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Sunday, 26 September 2021

In rural Afghanistan, a family welcomes Taliban rule

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen travels to Helmand province, a month after the hardline Islamists took control.

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Dalai Lama backs bid to save Edinburgh cafe he inspired

Reka Gawa opened the Himalaya Cafe after a chance meeting with the spiritual leader almost 20 years ago.

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Can football-playing robots beat the World Cup winners by 2050?

The robot football league that is hoping to eventually beat the best human team in the world.

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Xianzi: The #MeToo icon China is trying to silence

A court has thrown out a high-profile sexual harassment case. Can China's feminist movement survive?

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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Why are hundreds of aid trucks stranded?

The UN says hundreds of trucks have not returned from Tigray and it's affecting the flow of aid.

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US makes Ryder Cup history

Team US regained the Ryder Cup on Sunday following a dominant performance over Europe at Whistling Straits.

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San Marino votes to legalise abortion in referendum

Over three quarters of voters approved changes to the total ban on abortion in the European enclave.

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Switzerland same-sex marriage: Two-thirds of voters back yes

Nearly two-thirds have voted yes to the proposal, already law in most of western Europe.

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US regain Ryder Cup with crushing win over Europe

The United States regain the Ryder Cup and are set to end up beating Europe by a record score at Whistling Straits in Wisconsin.

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Fuel supply: UK suspends competition law to get petrol to forecourts

Oil firms will be able to share information to target petrol stations which are low on fuel after panic buying.

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'Arteta could be next Wenger' - Arsenal boss reflects on 'special day'

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta reflects on "special day" after watching his side crush Spurs at the Emirates.

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Arsenal 5-0 Manchester City: Brilliant Gunners sweep past visitors to go top

Arsenal reaffirm their title credentials with a classy 5-0 win over Manchester City at Meadow Park to go top of the Women's Super League.

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Arsenal 3-1 Tottenham: Spurs 'overrun and embarrassed' in north London derby

Tottenham suffered an embarrassing 3-1 defeat in the north London derby, as Harry Kane failed to end his beginning-of-the-season goal drought.

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Aberdeen scientists develop ice stupas for Himalayan water crisis

Aberdeen scientists are developing ice stupa technology, invented by Indian engineer Sonam Wangchuk.

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Suranne Jones unveils 'Gentleman Jack' sculpture

Anne Lister's life was dramatised in the television series Gentleman Jack.

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Former marine completes unsupported Atlantic row

Dave 'Dinger' Bell arrives on land in Cornwall after leaving New York 119 days ago.

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Saturday, 25 September 2021

Rwanda genocide 'kingpin' Théoneste Bagosora dies in prison

Bagosora was serving a 35-year sentence for his role in the massacre of 800,000 people.

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Covid-19: Ireland ends mandatory hotel quarantine for travellers

No traveller arriving in the Republic from any country will now have to quarantine in a hotel.

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London Marathon 2021: Student runs with Essex bone marrow donor 'who saved my life'

A student says it will be "so special" to do the London Marathon alongside her bone marrow donor.

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Nuclear weapons: Explained in numbers

Reality Check takes a look at the facts and figures behind the world's nuclear weapons

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Climate change: How to measure a shrinking glacier

Scientists warn that under the current melting rate even major glaciers are at risk of disappearing.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'new beginnings'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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In love with the Resistance: My mother-in-law's war

Researching family history, Rosie Whitehouse uncovered a story of Protestants and Jews uniting against the Nazis in a French town.

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Bake Off meets Brassed Off - how a community bakery became a showstopper

A new stage musical tells the story of how a Liverpool bakery sparked a neighbourhood fightback.

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COP26: What is the Glasgow climate conference and why is it important?

A crucial climate change summit is being held in the UK- who's going and what's at stake?

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Letter from Africa: The wonders of Somali cuisine and a taste of home

Ethiopian and Eritrean food is well known globally, but this is your chance to discover Somali cooking.

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Labour conference: Tax private schools to help poorer children, says Starmer

Labour will end the charitable status of private schools in England, saying it will raise £1.7bn.

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Usyk stuns Joshua to win heavyweight titles by unanimous decision

Oleksandr Usyk is the new unified heavyweight world champion after dethroning Anthony Joshua with an incredible performance in London.

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'It's what we dream for' - brilliant Bees hold Liverpool and spoil Salah's big moment

It was described as a "wild ride" and a "crazy game" as Brentford defied the odds to come from behind to draw with Liverpool.

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Hauliers and poultry workers to get temporary visas

Some 10,500 foreign lorry drivers and poultry workers will be able to work in the UK until Christmas Eve.

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Channel 4 goes off air after 'technical problem'

A still from a programme was shown for about 25 minutes before normal broadcasting resumed.

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Britain's Okolie retains WBO cruiserweight title with third-round knockout

Britain's Lawrence Okolie retains his world cruiserweight title with a comfortable third-round knockout of Dilan Prasovic.

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Global Citizen Live: Billie Eilish and Ed Sheeran feature in 24-hour concert

The Global Citizen: Live festival will see performances from more than 60 artists in six continents.

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Brentford come from behind twice to hold Liverpool in thriller

Yoane Wissa scores a late equaliser as Brentford hold Liverpool to a draw in a thrilling encounter at the Brentford Community Stadium.

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Friday, 24 September 2021

Team US in the driver's seat after strong opening day at Ryder Cup

Powered by a raucous home crowd, Team US took a strong 6-2 lead at the 43rd Ryder Cup.

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A gravestone missing for almost 150 years was being used as a marble slab to make fudge

A turned-over gravestone served as the perfect surface to make fudge for a woman living in Michigan.

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A look back at some of the most awkward moments at conference.

From Theresa May's incident-strewn speech in 2017 to Tony Blair sweating through his shirt.

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Week in pictures: 18 - 24 September 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.

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Climate change: Whisper it cautiously... there's been progress in run up to COP26

Pledges made at the UN have lifted hopes for the Glasgow summit, but some major questions remain.

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La Palma volcano: Visual guide to what happened

A series of maps and charts explaining what happened after an eruption in the Spanish Canary Islands.

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Labour: Has Sir Keir Starmer stood by his pledges?

As Sir Keir prepares for his first in-person conference as leader, we look at the promises he has made.

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Can green energy power Africa's future?

Energy access is a big issue for businesses in Africa, but can the continent go green as well?

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200-year-old palm comes down in Edinburgh Botanics renovations

The 60ft tree is too big to be removed from a hot house in renovations at Edinburgh's Botanic Gardens.

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Sustainable fashion: From the red carpet to our wardrobes?

Hannah Peel wore a sustainable dress to the Mercury Awards - but is the fashion industry changing?

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Pilot left dangling in power lines after crash

A Georgia pilot was rescued from power lines after his small plane crashed.

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The Papers: 'Petrol panic' as 'transport chaos spreads'

Dominating Saturday's front pages is the ongoing supply chain crisis - and No 10's plans to tackle it.

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Meng Wanzhou: The PowerPoint that sparked an international row

After almost three years, Huawei's chief financial officer has had a US extradition request against her blocked.

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Boy, 12, dies after being injured at Tamworth Snow Dome

The Health and Safety Executive has been informed of the incident in Tamworth, police say.

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Angela Rayner pledges fair pay talks between workers and bosses

Deputy party leader Angela Rayner will open Labour's conference with the party's offer to workers.

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Prince Andrew's lawyers accept he was served with US case papers

Virginia Giuffre is claiming damages from Prince Andrew over allegations he sexually assaulted her.

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R. Kelly trial: A look at the key moments as jury deliberates

The five-week trial heard harrowing details of abuse and assault. Here are the key moments.

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Elon Musk says he and partner Grimes are semi-separated

The SpaceX founder said that their work had seen them spending significant amounts of time apart.

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Thursday, 23 September 2021

'How we re-delivered a baby's postcard - 75 years on'

After an illness, Stu began reuniting old postcards with their owners - and revived some buried memories.

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Singapore migrant workers are still living in Covid lockdown

The workers in Singapore are enduring one of the longest Covid confinement periods in the world.

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German elections 2021: The conspiracy theories targeting voters

One wildly inaccurate claim suggests Germany does not actually exist.

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Keir Starmer is taking a big risk

As Labour conference approaches, Sir Keir Starmer intends to take the fight to his critics inside the party.

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Little Boots says Abba's new live band is 'badass cool'

The pop star is joining Abba's live band next year, after crowd-funding her sparkling new album.

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Spying concerns fuel the market for more secure tech

Revelations about spyware have spurred interest in more secure phones and software.

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LGBT freshers: 'I worried University of Oxford wouldn't accept me'

New LGBT students share their hopes and concerns as analysis reveals the extra challenges they face.

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Covid: Cancer backlog could take a decade to clear

Research identifies 20,000 missing patients in England - and warns more staff and equipment are needed.

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Migrants freezing to death on Belarus-Poland border

The BBC finds stranded migrants facing sub-zero temperatures amid a row between Poland and Belarus.

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Gabby Petito case: FBI issues arrest warrant for boyfriend Brian Laundrie

The indictment says Brian Laundrie used a debit card that did not belong to him after her death.

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Seven out of ten win benefits challenges at tribunal

More than 287,000 people in three years overturn initial government decision.

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Stop knocking down buildings, say engineers

Britain’s top engineers are urging the government to stop buildings being demolished.

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Restaurants set to be banned from withholding staff tips

The government is set to make it illegal for hospitality bosses to withhold tips from their workers.

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The Papers: Fuel shortage warning and Sussex and the City

The arrest of a man on suspicion of the murder of Sabina Nessa also makes many of Friday's front pages.

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Labour conference: Party pledges to cap foreign sales of new homes

The party will set out the plan at its annual conference, arguing it will help first-time buyers.

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R Kelly lawyer compares him to Martin Luther King

The defence makes its final arguments in the singer's sex-abuse trial before the jury retires.

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Why are so many Haitians at the US-Mexico border?

Thousands of migrants are at the Texas-Mexico border. Here's what we know about why they are coming.

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Ministers examining how to fill food sector labour shortages

The government said it is "looking at options" to deal with labour shortages ahead of Christmas.

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RuPaul's Drag Race UK season 3's Victoria Scone on making herstory

Racers, start your engines. We're saying "hello, hello, hello" to the queens of season three.

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Sabina Nessa killing: Man held on suspicion of murder

A 38-year-old is arrested in Lewisham as police release a CCTV image of a man they are searching for.

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Meghan and Harry make New York appearance

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited 9/11 memorial sites during their Big Apple trip.

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Wednesday, 22 September 2021

Covid debt: A baby, job loss - and now eviction

Tenants are being evicted due to rent arrears built up during the pandemic, an investigation finds.

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Extremists using video-game chats to spread hate

Campaigners say including extremist narratives among everyday conversations can be a pathway to radicalisation.

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The Papers: 'Winter of woe' and France rift deepens

The ongoing gas crisis and France's anger over a new UK-US-Australia military pact make the front pages.

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Johnson and Biden: Contrasting characters do business

No major gaffes and progress on climate change on PM's US trip but a trade deal remains a distant prospect.

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Energy firms' collapse hits 1.5 million customers

Several energy suppliers, such as Avro Energy and Green, have gone bust in recent weeks.

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Time for humanity to grow up on climate, says PM

The world is approaching a critical turning point, Boris Johnson will warn the UN's General Assembly.

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Labour conference: Keir Starmer sets out what he stands for in essay

The Labour leader writes 11,500 words on how he would change the UK, ahead of his party conference.

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France to return ambassador to US as Biden admits missteps in high-stakes call with Macron



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Food firms warn of panic-buying this Christmas

Empty supermarket shelves may become commonplace as labour shortages bite, industry bodies say.

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Tuesday, 21 September 2021

Seaside suburb inspires worldwide photo collaboration

Photographers around the world worked together on a seafront exhibition in Portobello, Edinburgh.

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Covid vaccine stockpiles: Are 241m doses at risk of going to waste?

Joe Biden wants more global vaccine equality but the US and other nations have not backed promises with action.

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Pen Farthing: Charity Commission scrutinises Afghan animal rescue

Around 150 animals were evacuated to the UK, along with Paul "Pen" Farthing and animal shelter staff.

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The Papers: UK-US trade deal speculation and energy bill fears

The focus is on the future of UK-US trade after the Washington DC meeting between Boris Johnson and Joe Biden.

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Sharon Graham: Unite leader to skip Labour conference

Sharon Graham insists she is not snubbing party leader Keir Starmer but it's a matter of priorities.

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Canada is back where it started after a bitter pandemic election

Justin Trudeau just effectively proved you can win and lose an election at the same time.

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Gabby Petito: Body found in Wyoming is missing 'van life' blogger

A coroner says the 22-year-old's death was a homicide but gives no details as to how she died.

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Boris Johnson and Joe Biden meet at White House

The UK prime minister and US president are holding talks in Washington after attending the UN.

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Harry Styles haunts Noel Gallagher with win at Ivor Novello Awards

It's eight years after Noel Gallagher praised the event because "clowns like One Direction" don't win.

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Museum of the Year: Colchester gallery Firstsite wins £100,000 prize

Alongside top exhibitions, its café became a canteen offering free school meals during the pandemic.

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Monday, 20 September 2021

Sex Education: Isaac actor George Robinson gets intimate about disability

George Robinson on subverting expectations as Isaac - the Netflix show's first disabled character.

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The mother and son who waited 58 years for a hug

Calvin Barrett flies from the US to the UK to meet his "Ma" after tracing her through a DNA test.

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Twitch hate raids: Minority streamers have 'a target on their back'

Streamers tell Newsbeat about the targeted hate they get and what they want Twitch to do about it.

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How 'nerd' culture powered through the pandemic

Meet the online content creators beating the odds to build successful careers from their passions.

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Royals recall Duke of Edinburgh's mustard joke

Duke of Cambridge reveals Prince Philip's mustard-squirting antics in a poignant BBC documentary.

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Texas abortion: Doctor sued in first known challenges of new law

The cases against a doctor who admitted to performing an abortion are the first known lawsuits.

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Community in race to buy remotest mainland pub

Locals are facing a challenge from potential private buyers to purchase The Old Forge in Knoydart.

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The Papers: Gas crisis 'spirals' and 'sleepover massacre'

Continuing concerns over soaring gas prices dominate Tuesday's newspaper front pages.

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BTS and their army of fans pop in on UN General Assembly

K-pop band BTS stopped by a United Nations meeting to speak and perform their song "Permission to Dance."

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Increase climate change commitments, Boris Johnson to urge Joe Biden

Boris Johnson is meeting US President Joe Biden in the Oval Office in Washington DC on Tuesday.

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Wally the wandering walrus is spotted in Iceland

The 800kg mammal had not been seen for more than three weeks.

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Afghanistan: Investigation launched into interpreter data breach

More than 250 people seeking relocation to the UK were mistakenly copied into an email from the MoD.

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Pimlico Plumbers sold to US firm Neighborly

The deal will see founder Charlie Mullins offload his 90% stake in the group.

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CBeebies: Channel appoints George Webster as new host

The appointment of 20-year-old George Webster prompts praise on social media from viewers.

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Sunday, 19 September 2021

Football agent Aidy Ward broke rules by targeting minors

Aidy Ward also tried to involve his then-client Raheem Sterling in a bid to attract an underage player.

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The papers: Energy firms seek support and 'goodbye Greavsie'

The fallout from the ongoing gas crisis and the death of footballer Jimmy Greaves feature on the front pages.

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My husband and son fought in Afghanistan - it changed all of us

America's two decades in Afghanistan impacted those who served - and the families waiting at home.

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My dad, held hostage in Iran

London-based baker Elika Ashoori is campaigning to bring her father home from jail in Iran.

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Street dreams of Nairobi dance crew hoping to beat the odds

A group of street dancers in Nairobi, Kenya, struggle against the odds to become celebrities.

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Giving birth under the Taliban

Pregnant women, new mothers and infants are bearing the brunt of a worsening healthcare crisis.

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Can apps manage our chronic health conditions?

A Swedish tech firm has created an app to help alleviate people's joint pain.

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Canada election: What you need to know about the campaign

Canadians are voting on Monday and Justin Trudeau's party faces a stiff challenge to retain power.

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Aukus: France pulls out of UK defence talks amid row

Paris is angry after Australia cancelled a submarine contract in favour of a deal with the UK and US.

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Gabby Petito: Body matching missing blogger found in Wyoming

Crews searching for missing Florida woman Gabby Petito have found a body, the FBI says.

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Emmy Awards 2021: The Crown and Ted Lasso among early winners

The 73rd Emmy Awards are currently taking place in Los Angeles.

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MP Rosie Duffield says public women always thinking about security

Rosie Duffield says she will not be attending Labour's conference because of fears about her safety.

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Gas price rise: Government considering loans for energy firms

Boris Johnson says market forces should be "very swift" in resolving issues caused by recent gas price increases.

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Killamarsh deaths: Man arrested after four bodies found

A murder investigation is under way after the bodies were discovered in Killamarsh, Derbyshire.

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Folic acid to be added to UK flour to help prevent birth defects

It is estimated that fortifying flour with folic acid could prevent up to 200 birth defects a year.

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Russia election: Putin's party heads for victory amid vote fraud claims

The pro-Kremlin United Russia party is on course to win amid allegations of fraud.

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UK energy company seeks funds to avoid collapse

Bulb, the UK's sixth largest energy provider, is seeking funds due to price rises in wholesale gas.

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Volcano on Canary Island La Palma erupts, spewing ash and lava into national park

Video shows the volcano, on La Palma, spewing ash and lava in its first major eruption since 1971.

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Covid-19 origins: Why the search for the source is vital

No clear culprit.

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Saturday, 18 September 2021

SpaceX: Inspiration4 amateur astronauts return to Earth after three days

The four amateur astronauts landed safely in the Atlantic Ocean after three days orbiting Earth.

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UK security planning loose and lacks oversight, MPs and peers say

Events in Afghanistan highlighted "serious weaknesses" in the government's approach, a committee says.

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Emmy Awards 2021: 7 things to know ahead of the ceremony

That's one possibility at this year's event, where Ted Lasso and The Crown are among other nominees.

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Turkmenistan: Getting Covid in a land where no cases officially exist

People in Turkmenistan are struggling to get treatment in a system that denies there are any cases.

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Sickle cell: 'Did our son have to die to change things?'

It's the fastest-growing genetic condition in the UK but some feel the illness, which mostly affects black people, isn't taken seriously.

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Nadine Dorries: Best-selling author, nurse, reality star and, now, cabinet minister

Mistrusted by some in the arts, the new culture secretary is said by a colleague to be "up for the fight".

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Fake Paralympians boss: 'I didn't know about cheating'

The man fined for sending non-disabled athletes to the Sydney Paralympics breaks his silence.

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Should schools retain online parents' evenings?

Parents and teachers seem to agree it is the number one innovation worth keeping post-lockdown.

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Canada election: Why it’s easier to vote in Canada than the US

Things like advanced voting and federally-run elections make it easier for Canadians to vote.

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Migrants in Texas: Thousands moved to processing centres

More than 10,000 people have gathered under a bridge in Del Rio, a Texas border town.

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Afghanistan: The 'shattered dreams' of the Ariana cabin crew

The BBC's Lyse Doucet meets the female crew of Afghanistan's national airline, who are in hiding.

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Morgan Bullock makes professional debut in Riverdance

Morgan Bullock from Richmond, Virginia, joins the UK touring company of the acclaimed Irish dance show.

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The link between climate change, seaweed and ice cream

Seaweed production has been affected by warming seas – this is how farmers are adapting.

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Baby squirrel abandoned on Cambridge patio bonds with carer

The squirrel, named Paquito, formed an unexpected friendship with his temporary carer.

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Students must have say over online learning - regulator

The higher education regulator says students must have a say on how much of their teaching is online.

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Get an Eiffel of this performer walking the line in Paris

Nathan Paulin walks along a 70m (230ft) high slackline attached to an iconic French landmark.

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The papers: Truss 'wades into row' and plea for calm over gas prices

The foreign secretary intervening in a row over the UK's new defence pact is among the lead stories.

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Strictly champ Oti Mabuse goes for hat-trick with rugby star Ugo Monye

Oti Mabuse and Ugo Monye's rivals include the show's first all-male pair - John Whaite and Johannes Radebe.

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Boxer Amir Khan removed from US flight

The Briton was asked to leave the plane at Newark airport after a reported row over face coverings.

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Shocked Dudley couple find python hiding in bedroom

The couple say they have no idea how the 5ft female python got into their home.

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Friday, 17 September 2021

Week in pictures: 11 - 17 September 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.

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Climate change: Should green campaigners put more pressure on China to slash emissions?

UK activists have protested on the M25, but should they instead be picketing China's embassy?

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Strictly Come Dancing: 15 things we learned from the stars of 2021

A round-up of 15 things we learned from this year's Strictly Come Dancing celebrities.

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German elections: How Angela Merkel changed her country

Young people have never known another leader, and many worry for the future as old certainties shift.

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Muriel Gardiner: The heiress who saved countless lives

Muriel Gardiner's courage fighting fascism in Austria inspired an Oscar-winning film. Who was she?

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Covid calculator spots people vulnerable despite jabs

An online tool could help doctors identify those who would benefit from boosters or early therapy.

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Ros Atkins On… the ethics of Covid booster jabs

Ros Atkins looks at the ethics of Western countries rolling out Covid booster jabs while millions globally remain unvaccinated.

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Afghanistan: The escape of the whirling dancer

How the only female whirling dancer in Afghanistan made it out of Kabul.

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Planes turned into graffiti canvasses by street artist

Street artist Jim Vision had an idea for what to do with planes that have ended their flying days.

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Lib Dem conference: Sir Ed Davey gambles on targeting Tories

The Lib Dems are facing a battle to get heard at their online conference but they are in good spirits.

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CNN correspondent: Recalling envoys a move 'reserved for adversaries, not for allies'

CNN's Melissa Bell reports.

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Robert Durst found guilty of best friend's murder to cover up wife's disappearance



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The papers: Holiday bookings 'surge' and gas price rises

A boom in holiday bookings following a change to England's travel rules is among the stories leading the papers.

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Pele: Brazil football legend 'recovering well' says daughter

Brazilian legend Pele is "recovering well" from a recent operation, his daughter says, after he had been readmitted to intensive care.

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Aukus: France recalls envoys amid security pact row

The "exceptional decision" follows a pact between Australia, the US and UK, which scuppered a French deal.

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Ronapreve: 'Most vulnerable' to get new Covid drug next week

Antibody therapy Ronapreve, given to Donald Trump, will be given to eligible NHS patients in hospital.

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US admits Kabul drone strike killed civilians

A US drone strike in Kabul days before the military pullout killed 10 innocent people, an inquiry finds.

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Mad cow disease found on Somerset farm

Officials say there is no current risk to public health from the infection, known as mad cow disease.

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Thursday, 16 September 2021

Gen Z battles to bring back unions, one Starbucks at a time

Younger Americans are reviving US labour activism amid stagnant wages and Covid hardship.

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Lil Nas X: Is the rapper the defining star of his generation?

The rapper has subverted hip-hop with his LGBT-positive lyrics, while dominating critics on social media.

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Party political conferences: What to expect this year

Our guide to what conferences are, when and where they're taking place, and what's likely to happen.

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Jamie Campbell: We need more stories from outside London

A new film tells the story of a boy who lives on a council estate and is obsessed with drag.

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Canada federal election: The man who could topple Trudeau

The new Conservative leader has tied Justin Trudeau in the polls with a pitch to moderate voters.

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Andrew Neil: I was minority of one at GB News

The ex-BBC presenter who quit the channel says people can decide themselves if it is too right wing.

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The Papers: Double-jabbed 'holiday joy' and defence pact challenged

Changes to travel test rules and the fallout from the UK's submarine pact are among the front-page stories.

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Timeline of missing 22-year-old Instagram adventurer's whereabouts as authorities continue search



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Lyra McKee: Two men charged with murder of journalist

The men, 21 and 33, have been charged over the shooting in Londonderry's Creggan estate in April 2019.

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US and UK leave Europe furious and confused on China



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Covid: Italy to require all workers to show 'green pass' certificate

New rules mean workers must show they are vaccinated, have tested negative, or recovered from Covid.

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Reshuffle: Boris Johnson hands out dozens of junior roles

Boris Johnson moves more ministers as one ousted MP warns the new top team may lack experience.

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Afghanistan's singers flee Taliban violence

The BBC spoke with six singers who crossed to Pakistan illegally and are now living in hiding.

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Father sues US school for cutting daughter's hair

The US man says his daughter's rights were violated when she had her her cut without permission.

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Sir Clive Sinclair: Computing pioneer dies aged 81

The inventor, entrepreneur and ZX Spectrum pioneer died at his London home following a long illness.

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Obituary: Sir Clive Sinclair

The prolific innovator invented the pocket calculator and the ill-fated Sinclair C5 electric car.

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Wednesday, 15 September 2021

On the trail of fake medicine smugglers in Benin

Since the beginning of the pandemic, there’s been an increase in counterfeit drugs around the world.

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The 22-year-old who took on a housing giant and won

As a new report claims dilapidated housing can kill, the BBC meets an unlikely champion for tenants.

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Covid: The lives upended by Australia's sealed border

Eighteen months after Australia shut its border, people reveal tales of separation and despair.

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Alex Murdaugh: The hot shot US lawyer and the hit man

Months after his wife and son were found dead, police say a lawyer arranged a hit - on himself.

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Most office workers will never return full-time, survey says

Most people do not believe workers will return to the office full-time, according to new YouGov research.

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The Papers: PM 'wields axe' as he 'lays ground for next election'

Thursday's front pages are dominated by Boris Johnson's major reshuffle of his cabinet.

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SpaceX to launch world's first all-tourist crew into orbit



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Covid-19: Pope puzzled about vaccine hesitancy in the Church

Pope Francis says most people at the Vatican are vaccinated except for a "small group".

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Microsoft's passwordless plans lets users switch to app-based login

Microsoft says users can delete all passwords from their accounts and use a different login system.

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UK, US and Australia launch landmark security pact

The three nations agree to share advanced technologies, including nuclear-powered submarine know-how.

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Afghanistan: Life under Taliban rule one month on

Secunder Kermani looks at life in northern Afghanistan, four weeks after the militants seized power.

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Manchester Arena Inquiry told police failed in response to bombing

Police "failed" in their response to the Manchester Arena attack in 2017, an inquiry hears.

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Liz Truss: Fast tracker who landed prime cabinet role

The life of the new foreign secretary, from left-wing parents to the top of the Conservative Party.

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Cabinet reshuffle: Losers, winners and challenges ahead

Our correspondents look at the legacy of those out of a job and the challenges facing their successors.

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Cabinet reshuffle: Who's in and who's out?

The prime minister has fired a string of cabinet ministers in a major cabinet reshuffle.

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Nadine Dorries becomes new culture secretary

The MP for Mid Bedfordshire and former health minister replaces Oliver Dowden.

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Who is Dominic Raab? Karate black-belt who is no stranger to controversy

The Conservative MP loses his job at the foreign office but becomes deputy PM and justice secretary.

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Cabinet reshuffle 2021: Who is in Boris Johnson's new cabinet?

Prime Minister Boris Johnson reshuffles his cabinet for the first time since February 2020. Who's in it now?

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Tuesday, 14 September 2021

Gleision: Call for inquest into mining disaster 10 years on

The families of four miners who died when water flooded the Gleision drift mine say questions remain.

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Gleision: 'Guilt of surviving mine disaster with me forever'

A decade on from the Gleision mine disaster, two men who survived still carry the weight of the tragedy.

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Russian elections: How democratic are they?

Ahead of this week's elections many opposition candidates have been prevented from running.

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Pakistan: How to cool Karachi as temperatures rise

In Karachi, Pakistan, one entrepreneur is on a mission to plant urban forests to cope with rising temperatures.

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Call for South Asian bone marrow donors to save four-year-old

Esha Nadeswaran from London has leukaemia and needs a stem cell donor to save her life.

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Strictly Come Dancing: How Rose Ayling-Ellis will hear the music

EastEnders star Rose Ayling-Ellis will become the show's first deaf contestant later this month.

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Hushpuppi - the Instagram influencer and international fraudster

How Nigerian Ramon Abbas went from a romance scammer to a so-called "Billionaire Gucci Master".

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CEO Secrets: 'You can run a business and have a baby'

Planning for a maternity leave when you're the boss of a fast-growing company.

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Miss Ireland 2021: First black winner 'proud' of crown

Pamela Uba moved to the country as a seven-year-old - now she's making history after taking the title.

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To Trump voters, chaos in Afghanistan 'another betrayal' by Biden

Democrats who turned to Trump in rural Kentucky see US withdrawal as proof Biden can't be trusted.

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The Papers: PM's 'plan for the worst' and 'back to panic stations'

Boris Johnson's strategy for tackling Covid during autumn and winter dominate Wednesday's front pages.

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Worried Trump could 'go rogue,' Milley took top-secret action to protect nuclear weapons: Woodward book



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Haiti PM Ariel Henry banned from leaving country amid murder inquiry

Charges are sought against Ariel Henry over alleged links with a suspect in the president's killing.

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Faroe Islands: Anger over killing of 1,400 dolphins in one day

Hunting is under scrutiny after more than 1,400 dolphins were killed in one day - a reported record.

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Afghanistan: Taliban leaders in bust-up at presidential palace, sources say

Taliban officials say the group's co-founder left Kabul after an argument over the interim government.

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Met Gala 2021: Which celeb shone brightest on the red carpet?

After skipping last year because of coronavirus, celebrities went all out in the fashion stakes.

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Monday, 13 September 2021

Climate change: World now sees twice as many days over 50C

BBC research finds the number of days passing 50C has doubled in the past 40 years.

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Tanya Fear: Missing Dr Who actress found safe in LA

Tanya Fear was reported missing by friends and family, who said she had not been seen since last week.

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Liverpool star gives fan his kit after chance meeting while having X-rays

A "shocked" teenager met Liverpool's Harvey Elliott after they were both injured playing football.

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Taylor Swift: 'Lovely' pop star poses for selfies in Belfast

Wildest Dreams came true when the American pop princess visited the city.

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TMZ sold to Fox Entertainment

TMZ will now be a part of Fox Entertainment, the companies announced Monday.

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Covid jab rollout for 12 to 15-year-olds to start in schools in England

Parental consent will be sought for the programme for children aged 12 to 15, the government says.

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Afghan women hit back at Taliban with #DoNotTouchMyClothes campaign

Afghan women show off their traditional dress as black burqas spread under the Taliban.

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Sunday, 12 September 2021

Garden photography reveals a world of hedgehogs and foxes

Ola Maddams used a remote camera to capture natural scenes in her garden.

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The epicentre of Britain's pandemic house price boom

House prices have surged in many parts of the UK - and in one district they have risen by 29% in a year.

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Jesse Lingard takes control of a Rainbow Six Siege esports team

The footballer believes his experiences on the pitch will translate to the online world.

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The pressures - and rewards - of being an influencer

Running your own popular YouTube channel can be lucrative, but it comes with downsides.

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India appointed three top women judges. Is it too early to celebrate?

Appointment of three women to India's Supreme Court is being hailed as a "historic moment".

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Kenyan influencers paid to take 'guerrilla warfare’ online

Shadowy financiers are closing down a once democratic space on Twitter for political debate in Kenya.

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British American Tobacco negotiated bribe for Mugabe, new evidence suggests

Documents reveal British American Tobacco’s role in bribery and spying in southern Africa.

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COP26: UK still lagging on climate policy, report says

UK policies will deliver a quarter of emissions cuts needed, say campaigners ahead of the COP26 summit.

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UK must prepare for more economic shocks, says TUC

The Covid pandemic will not be a one-off, with climate chaos already a reality, says Frances O'Grady.

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NHS sparks pride but one in five go private, survey finds

The charity Engage Britain polled more than 4,000 British adults on their attitudes to the NHS.

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The Papers: PM 'to rip up virus rules' and a gong for Raducanu

Boris Johnson's winter plan and calls for an honour for the teenage tennis ace make the front pages.

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Trump characterizes Robert E. Lee as a unifier and premier war strategist. Here's what history shows



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Ronaldo? Lukaku? Both? Who made Garth Crooks' team of the week?

Which defender looks 'menacing' in the opposition area? Who looks imperious? Which 'boy can play'? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week.

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Match crowd catches falling cat in a flag

The cat used one of its nine lives at the American football match in Miami Gardens, Florida.

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Italian Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton says 'halo' safety system saved his life in crash

Lewis Hamilton says Formula 1's 'halo' safety device saved his life in his crash at the Italian Grand Prix.

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Cressida Dick: Tech giants make it impossible to stop terrorists

Pressure on tech firms intensifies as Priti Patel unveils fund for technologies to keep children safe.

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Ferraris sale worth £8.5m help fund Pwllheli RNLI boathouse

Legacy gift from classic car enthusiast pays for new state-of-the-art lifeboat base on Welsh coast.

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Saturday, 11 September 2021

Your pictures on the theme of 'breaking free'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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Women's state pension: 'It is like you've lived one big lie'

How women born in the 1950s had their retirement plans upended by state pension age changes.

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Phil Wang: I wouldn’t be a comic if I wasn’t mixed-race

The TV and stand-up star talks about loneliness, family, food and his viral Tom Hiddleston video.

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Keeping up with the Californians: Recall vote 2021

A ragtag bunch of 46 challengers hope voters will remove the governor and let them run California.

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The chilling day the swastika flew beside the union jack

The image may be the only time the union jack was pictured together with the swastika in Britain.

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'It means everything to hold this trophy... I don't want to let go'

Emma Raducanu says she does not want to let go of the US Open trophy as her fairytale in New York culminated in the ultimate happy ending.

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US Open: Emma Raducanu beats Leylah Fernandez to win maiden Grand Slam

Emma Raducanu ends Britain's 44-year wait for a women's Grand Slam singles champion as she beats Leylah Fernandez to win the US Open.

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Families and leaders mark 20th anniversary of 9/11

Commemorations have taken place on the 20th anniversary of the 11 September attacks.

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Bullying probe recommends Bishop Anne Dyer should leave role

Bishop Anne Dyer faces claims of bullying and that her Aberdeen and Orkney diocese is "dysfunctional".

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9/11 anniversary: Moment of silence as families recite names of victims

On the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attack, New York City held a moment of silence for the lost 2,977 lives.

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M1 crash: Mum accused of killing children might alter appearance, say police

Mary McCann is wanted by police after two of her children died in a crash on the M1.

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Finsbury Park mosque attacker fears eye loss after prison stabbing

The Finsbury Park mosque attacker was stabbed by an inmate while serving a life sentence for murder.

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Friday, 10 September 2021

Week in pictures: 4-10 September 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.

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'Vaccine passports make me even more reluctant to get a Covid jab'

The new uni term starts soon but anyone who isn't fully vaccinated won't be allowed into clubs.

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Covid: UK expats struggle with Australia lockdowns

People who left the UK to settle in Australia tell what life has been like during six lockdowns.

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Manic Street Preachers: 'A Design For Life saved us'

The Welsh band on Trojan horse tracks, losing Richey Edwards and finding a new piano-pop direction.

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Why is the UK waiting when others are jabbing young teens?

Concerns over a very rare heart side-effect are giving vaccine experts pause for thought.

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Must-watch videos of the week



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9/11 anniversary: Terrorism failed to undermine our freedom, says PM

Boris Johnson says that while the terror threat remains, people refuse "to live in permanent fear".

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Tax on landlords could pay for social care, says Keir Starmer

The Labour leader responds to the PM's plan to raise taxes to pay for the NHS and social care.

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Raducanu: 'Isn't it every 18-year-old's dream?'

Britain's "cool, calm and composed" US Open finalist Emma Raducanu is meeting the challenges of her first overseas Grand Slam head on.

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Two of six Palestinian prison escapees recaptured - Israel

A manhunt was launched after six inmates tunnelled out of a prison in northern Israel on Monday.

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Prince Andrew served with papers, accuser's team claims

Legal documents were served to a police officer in Windsor last month, US court papers say.

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Thursday, 9 September 2021

First UK LGBT business champion appointed

Iain Anderson says he will work to "build a bridge" between the government and LGBT community.

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The Papers: Mass booster warning and anger over benefit cuts

The Oxford jab creator's rejection of third doses and Universal Credit concerns lead the papers.

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From council house to royal palace: My life as the Queen’s piper

Pipe Major Scott Methven held one of the most prestigious jobs in the piping world, a role which dates back to Queen Victoria’s reign.

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Covid: Biden requires employees of big businesses to be vaccinated or face testing

President Biden is using his executive power to require that big companies vaccinate employees.

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Amazon offers to pay college fees for 750,000 US staff

The online shopping giant says all US frontline workers will be eligible as it fights to attract new employees.

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National Television Awards 2021: Ant and Dec 'overwhelmed' by 20th win

The duo have won the TV presenting prize at the National Television Awards every year since 2001.

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Don't mix business and public duty, Tory co-chair Ben Elliot told

Party co-chair Ben Elliot is warned to be "cautious" and avoid lobbying on behalf of business clients.

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Biden announces new vaccine mandates that could cover 100 million Americans



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Arlo Parks wins the 2021 Mercury Prize

Soul singer Arlo Parks scoops the 2021 Mercury Prize for her debut album, Collapsed In Sunbeams.

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National Television Awards: Stars hit the red carpet

It's the first big awards night for British TV since the pandemic began.

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Biden administration sues Texas over restrictive abortion law

The Texas law effectively bans abortions from as early as six weeks into a pregnancy.

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Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Prize 2021 winner revealed

Cao Fei won the Deutsche Börse Photography Foundation Prize for her work reflecting our digital age.

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Genesis: Tour ‘putting it to bed’ after 54 years

The singer is returning on tour with Genesis despite ongoing health problems.

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Wednesday, 8 September 2021

Edinburgh sex attacker who raped four women 'checked pulse of victim'

Dillon Anderson raped four young women in a series of attacks, the first when he was 14.

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Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes 'lied and cheated', trial hears

Elizabeth Holmes falsely claimed her blood testing devices worked, prosecutors say, as fraud trial begins.

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Poland 1-1 England: Three Lions drop their first points in World Cup qualifying

Substitute Damian Szymanski scores a stoppage-time equaliser to deny England victory in their World Cup qualifying game away to Poland.

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Afghanistan: A new order begins under the Taliban's governance

The Taliban's new ministers have taken office - but are they any different this time around?

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Nxivm co-founder Nancy Salzman sentenced to 3 1/2 years in prison

Nancy Salzman, who created Nxivm alongside Keith Raniere, was sentenced to 3 1/2 years in prison Wednesday.

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Covid: Boris Johnson concerned over unvaccinated hospital patients

Boris Johnson says a "higher proportion" of younger people are being affected by the virus.

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Attenborough to Climate Assembly: 'You've given me a lot of hope'

Sir David Attenborough met with members in Parliament to discuss action on climate change.

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Tuesday, 7 September 2021

Canada federal election: Two years of Justin Trudeau in two minutes

As Canadians prepare to head back to the polls, here are some key moments since the last election.

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Mexico decriminalises abortion in landmark ruling

The Supreme Court rules that prosecuting women for terminating pregnancies is unconstitutional.

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Covid in Scotland: 'I'm double-vaccinated but can't show the proof'

A woman who got one jab in England and one in Scotland says her vaccine certificate only confirms a single dose.

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The papers: PM's social care gamble and highest tax since war

The announcement of a tax rise to pay for social care leads all of the morning papers.

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Austria 0-1 Scotland: Lyndon Dykes penalty earns huge away win

Scotland impressively revive their World Cup hopes with a momentous victory over Austria to climb into the Group F play-off spot.

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Woman refused 5pm finish wins £185,000 payout

Alice Thompson was awarded £185,000 after being told she could not work shorter hours to pick up her child.

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Record numbers of UK students head for university

More UK students have accepted uni places this year but EU student numbers fall sharply.

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Chinese social media site Weibo suspends 22 K-pop accounts

The social media site says 22 fan accounts have been suspended for "irrational celebrity support”.

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Monday, 6 September 2021

Nizar Banat: The death shaking the Palestinian leadership

The killing of Nizar Banat in Palestinian custody has fuelled rare protests calling for change.

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Why coders love the AI that could put them out of a job

Artificial intelligence is getting better at penning code but still a long way from working alone.

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Planned job cuts fall despite furlough deadline

August saw the fewest redundancies since 2014 despite plans to end furlough on 30 September.

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Cookie banners: G7 urged to consider solution to pop-up notices

Information commissioner Elizabeth Denham believes the issue needs to be solved collectively.

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Netflix to continue with BBFC age ratings after successful trial

The streaming giant and the regulator will work together long term after a successful trial.

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The papers: NHS tax-rise anger and October firebreak plan

A "manifesto-busting" tax rise to help pay for the NHS is among a mix of stories leading the papers.

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Channel migrants: Children among those brought ashore at Dungeness

A steady stream of crossings is thought to be have taken place amid calm waters and sunny skies.

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Michael K. Williams, 'Wire' actor, found dead



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UK fires up coal power plant as gas prices soar

The country has had to bring an old plant back online after a spike in the price of natural gas.

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Six Palestinian prisoners escape Israeli jail through tunnel

Israel launches a huge manhunt after six militants dig their way out of the high-security jail.

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Red Funnel Southampton check-in kiosk flattened by lorry

Staff members and passengers rush to help three people working inside a ferry kiosk in Southampton.

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Sunday, 5 September 2021

Reports of sex abuse between children double in two years

Reports of children sexually abusing other children double in two years, BBC Panorama finds.

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Black intern: 'You just need to give us a chance'

Young black university students are being invited to apply for 2,000 internships at top companies.

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NHS to receive extra £5.5bn to help Covid recovery, says government source

A government source says the money will help the health service this winter and tackle the backlog.

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The Papers: PM faces tax plan 'mutiny', and Harding tributes

Dominating Monday's papers are Boris Johnson's expected plans to raise National Insurance contributions.

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Afghanistan: Boris Johnson to face MPs over handling of crisis

Boris Johnson will vow to to use "every economic, political and diplomatic lever" to help Afghans.

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Afghanistan: Rural areas welcome peace and end of war

In more rural areas of Afghanistan, people welcome the end of a war that has killed tens of thousands.

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Grenfell Tower: Families angry at lack of consultation over demolition

Bereaved relatives say they have not been consulted on when the tower will be taken down.

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Striking images of the final US flight out of Afghanistan

CNN's Oren Liebermann has details on the mission commander of the final US flight out of Afghanistan.

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Mantel: Cromwell wouldn't have holidayed in a crisis

Wolf Hall author Hilary Mantel says modern political figures don't match up to past ones.

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Saturday, 4 September 2021

Why does Alfred Wainwright still loom large over the Lake District?

Alfred Wainwright remains synonymous with the Lake District, but why is the connection so enduring?

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Paralympics: ‘We the disabled community are here to stay’

Four champions share their glory and their pain from the 16th Paralympic Games in Tokyo.

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'I studied law in jail - now I want to change the system'

LaTonya Myers spent nine months in jail because she couldn’t afford bail - now she's helping others facing the same challenge.

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Hamid Nouri: How Sweden arrested a suspected Iranian war criminal

Prosecutors have put Hamid Nouri on trial over a 1988 massacre in Iran. This is how they did it.

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Covid: How do I get the vaccine and will I need a booster?

A third dose is being offered to up to half a million people in the UK with weakened immune systems.

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Kenyan men join battle to end FGM

Campaigners say it is important that Kenyan men join the battle to end female genital mutilation.

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Catalans produce astonishing comeback to beat Saints and secure Super League Leaders' Shield

James Maloney's golden-point drop-goal wins Catalans their first League Leaders' Shield as the Dragons come from 30-12 down to beat St Helens.

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Katie Taylor: Irishwoman beats Jennifer Han to remain undisputed lightweight champion

Ireland's Katie Taylor remains undisputed world lightweight champion but is made to work by USA's Jennifer Han before winning on points.

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'She's played brilliantly' - Sophie Devine hits half-century

New Zealand captain Sophie Devine leads here side to victory over England with a big-hitting fifty in the second T20 international at Hove.

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Ivermectin: Oklahoma doctor warns against using unproven Covid drug

People are arriving at US hospitals after overdosing in the unproven belief it can treat Covid.

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MPs told to smarten up their clothing ahead of Commons return

Jeans and chinos are banned in a toughening of post-Zoom Commons rules set by the Speaker.

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Friday, 3 September 2021

Married Anglican bishop joins Catholic Church

Jonathan Goodall made the decision after a long period of prayer, which has been a "testing" period.

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Lee Collins: Partner demands welfare for pro players

Rachel Gibbon wants players to avoid crises like those faced by the late Yeovil Town captain Lee Collins.

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Tokyo Olympics: Crowds line streets for Caerphilly homecoming

Boxer Lauren Price won gold and Lauren Williams won silver in the women's -67kg taekwondo in Tokyo.

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'My parents won't let me get the Covid vaccine'

In some countries, the Covid-19 vaccine can be given to all teenagers over the age of 12 but not all are allowed.

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The ATMs that dispense green fuel

How a start-up in Kenya is changing the way people cook.

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Week in pictures: 28 August - 3 September 2021

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken this week.

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‘You will never be a CEO’

Gillian Tee, boss of care services provider Homage, shares what she has learned so far.

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What's it like to be in the 1% of female lorry drivers?

The chronic shortage of lorry drivers has led haulage firms to try to attract more women to the role.

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'I've eaten the same breakfast for the last 22 years'

A veteran hotel inspector reveals the highs and lows of working undercover in Scotland.

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Why has Australia switched tack on Covid zero?

Australia is racing to vaccinate its population ahead of a huge shift in its pandemic strategy.

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Beijing 2022: China readies for Winter Olympics as pressure grows

The upcoming Games are already proving controversial with calls for a boycott growing.

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Then and now: Why deforestation is such a hot topic

Trees are part of the solution for climate change, but are we felling more than we are planting?

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Back to school: How are pupils being kept Covid-safe?

Many children are returning to school after the holidays, while Scottish pupils already returned.

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Why China's bitcoin miners are moving to Texas

Beijing's crackdown on cryptocurrency sends bitcoin entrepreneurs moving to the wild wild west.

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The Papers: Child jabs decision 'chaos', and royal funeral leak

Dominating Saturday's papers are reports that plans to vaccinate 12-15-year-olds are due to go ahead.

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Will Hurricane Ida cause a spike in Covid-19?

Residents and experts fear the storm's damage will go beyond destruction from floods and winds.

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Afghanistan: Fate of Panjshir Valley in balance amid heavy fighting

Reports of heavy fighting continue in Panjshir Valley, as both sides claim to have the upper hand.

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Strictly's Ballas lights up Blackpool Illuminations

Shirley Ballas leads a star-studded line-up to start an extended run for Blackpool's famous lights.

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Dan Evans battles into US Open fourth round

Dan Evans produces a gritty comeback from two sets down to beat Alexei Popyrin in a gruelling match and reach the US Open fourth round.

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Dizzee Rascal: Rapper denies headbutting ex-girlfriend

The rapper, whose real name is Dylan Mills, is due to go on trial in February next year.

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Hardys wine owner warns of Christmas shortage risk

The firm behind Echo Falls says continued staff shortages could definitely hit the festive season.

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Thursday, 2 September 2021

Tokyo 2020: ‘We found our first Paralympian at the supermarket’

Aruba had never had a Paralympic team until a student in her 20s decided to make it happen.

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Afghanistan crisis: How Europe soured on Joe Biden

In many EU circles, the honeymoon period for Donald Trump's successor may be coming to an end.

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Shang-Chi: Why Marvel's first Asian superhero is empowering change

Shang-Chi And The Legend Of The Ten Rings sees Simu Liu front an Asian-led cast. Why does it matter?

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'I'm living my childhood dream as a theme park designer'

Bitten by the funfair bug when just three in Aberdeen, Iona Jost now works in America designing attractions.

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How to back up your data and keep it safe

Experts recommend using three drives to back up your data and using cloud-based services.

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Molly-Mae: 'I’m not just an influencer anymore'

The former Love Island contestant is taking on a new job as a creative director in fashion.

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Climate change: Arctic warming linked to colder winters

A new study connects the heating of the Arctic region to extreme winter weather in the US.

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Climate-above-all plea by US fails to stir China

Envoy John Kerry's 'it's more important than politics' appeal falls on deaf ears.

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Man guilty over abusive emails sent to Starmer and Thornberry

David Knott sent an "excessive number of abusive emails" to Sir Keir Starmer and Emily Thornberry.

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Storm Ida: Death toll climbs to 41 across four US north-east states

President Biden calls for "historic investment" to tackle the climate crisis as the US reels from the storm.

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The Papers: 'Tax rise for 25m' and 'dithering' over boosters

Plans for funding social care and criticism of delays to rolling out booster jabs feature on the front pages.

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The moment when flash floods hit NY subway

NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio said the city was "enduring an historic weather event".

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Islamic State 'Beatles' member pleads guilty over US hostage deaths

Alexanda Kotey is on trial for his involvement in the murders of US journalists and relief workers.

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Councils hit by bin collection delays due to driver shortage

Some 18 councils across the UK are suffering waste collection delays due to a lack of bin lorry drivers.

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Texas abortion: Biden vows 'whole-of-government' response to new law

The president called the decision not to block the law an "unprecedented assault" on women's rights.

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Hungary v England: Visiting players racially abused at Puskas Arena

England players are racially abused during their 4-0 win over Hungary in a World Cup qualifier in Budapest.

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Pat Hume, widow of John Hume, has died

Her family said they were "heartbroken" but that she died peacefully and was "generous to the end".

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England put four past Hungary to keep up 100% World Cup qualifying record

England maintain their 100% winning record in World Cup qualifying with an impressive second-half showing to ease past Hungary.

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Northern Ireland win in Lithuania to boost World Cup hopes

Northern Ireland secure a vital 4-1 victory away to Lithuania to keep their World Cup 2022 qualification hopes alive.

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Wednesday, 1 September 2021

Canada federal election: How much trouble is Trudeau in?

Canada's leader called a snap election, but midway through the campaign his party is struggling.

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Why picking a good company name is a tricky business

With the number of new start-ups soaring they all have to choose a name for themselves.

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Children's Code: What is it and how will it work?

The ICO's Children's Code will make technology companies reassess how they offer services to children.

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Simon Amstell: How the comedian is peeling away the layers of shame

The stand-up comedian and writer on how telling the truth on-stage and on-screen sets him free.

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Beaten and humiliated for being a Muslim in India

Attacks on Muslims by Hindu mobs have risen in India, with little apparent official condemnation.

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China steps in to regulate brutal '996' work culture

Workers in China are fed up with the brutal 12-hour work days once seen as a key driver of success.

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Taliban show off captured weapons at victory parade



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Texas passes law banning abortion after six weeks

The law, one of the most restrictive in the US, passes as the Supreme Court fails to block it.

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McDonald’s hiring 14 year-olds in Oregon amid labour shortage

An Oregon branch sees flood of applications after failing to recruit older workers.

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The Papers: Ministers 'at war' - and call for more booster jabs

The papers report on a "blame game" over Afghanistan and calls for more adults to get an extra Covid jab.

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Mr Zelensky (finally) goes to Washington

The Ukrainian president pressed by Donald Trump gets his White House visit - and a new set of worries.

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Afghanistan crisis: Unclear if ruthless Taliban will change, says US general

General Mark Milley says it "remains to be seen" whether the Islamist group will change.

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Ronaldo breaks men's international goal record

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks the world record for goals scored in men's international football with two headers against the Republic of Ireland.

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Syed Ali Geelani: Kashmir's separatist patriarch dies aged 92

Veteran separatist leader Syed Ali Geelani, a staunch critic of India, had been under house arrest.

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Declan Donnelly: Men admit plot to steal presenter's car

The group of four admit they had planned to steal about £750,000 worth of high-value vehicles.

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Maddie Durdant-Hollamby: Woman found in house was stabbed to death

Maddie Durdant-Hollamby was stabbed while Benjamin Green's injuries were self-inflicted, police say.

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Texas abortion law: What women make of six-week abortion ban

Anti-abortion activists celebrate but a doctor who could be targeted by new law fears for the future.

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Woman charged with stalking McCann family

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