Saturday, February 29, 2020

Coronavirus: US confirms first death, in Washington state

President Donald Trump says more cases are "likely" but urges people not to panic.

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Liverpool's landmark day takes unexpected turn but Klopp left 'unburdened' by defeat

Liverpool's trip to Watford was supposed to be a landmark day for the Reds but it ended up being one for the wrong reasons, reports Gary Rose.

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Priti Patel urged to respond to bullying claims

Labour's Keir Starmer calls on the home secretary to "explain" after her top civil servant quits.

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Coronavirus: Italian economy takes a body blow

Could Italy's health crisis be the factor that tips the country into another recession?

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Carrie Symonds: Who is Boris Johnson's fiancee?

Boris Johnson and his girlfriend, conservationist Ms Symonds, are engaged and expecting a child.

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Coronavirus: 'Battleplan' role for retired doctors

People could also be urged to work from home if the outbreak worsens, updated government plans say.

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Coventry stabbing: House party link to death of boy, 16

The victim may have been at a house party in Coventry prior to being stabbed, police say.

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Plastic pollution: Snowdon research is a 'wake-up call'

Scientists say pollution on the highest mountain in England and Wales must prompt action.

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Berlin International Film Festival: Iranian film about executions wins top prize

Director Mohammad Rasoulof is banned from leaving Iran and filmed There Is No Evil in secret.

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Running Stories: 'Running helped me deal with my dad’s suicide'

Katie's dad took his own life in 2017. Now, she is carrying on his legacy by keeping running.

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US election: Is this the best way to pick Trump's challenger?

The way Democrats pick a nominee takes months, costs a fortune and doesn't even lead to high turnout.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'railways'

Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "railways"

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Into the Wild: Why tourists are risking their lives to visit a bus

Five more tourists were rescued trying to reach a bus made famous by Into the Wild. Why do they do it?

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One-armed potter: 'I just muddle my way through'

Gary Fulton lost the use of his right arm in a motorcycle accident that nearly killed him.

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6 Music Festival: 'When bands smash guitars it breaks my heart'

6 Music Festival acts on the "chaotic" highs and lows of being a musician in 2020.

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War of words as Nigerian English gets Oxford recognition

Not everyone is happy that the Oxford English Dictionary now includes several unique Nigerian words.

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St David: Ten things about the Patron Saint of Wales

The patron saint of Wales was a teetotal vegetarian who was born in a storm

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South Carolina primary: Joe Biden projected to win

It comes as a major boost to the former vice-president's flagging presidential campaign.

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NHS gender clinic 'should have challenged me more' over transition

A woman is taking legal action against an NHS gender clinic which treated her as a teenager.

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Northern rail: Government takes over after chaos

The government takes over services from Sunday which were previously operated by Arriva Rail North.

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Storm Jorge: Flood-hit areas braced for more severe weather

A "critical incident" is declared in south Wales, while engineers repair defences in Shropshire.

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Leap Year Day: 'I planned an £800K marriage proposal'

It's the one day when women are apparently more likely to pop the question.

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Why has the latest UK storm been named 'Jorge'?

Another storm is set to move across the UK this weekend but why hasn't it been named Ellen?

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Free transport in Luxembourg, but what's the cost?

One aim is to get cars off the road and ease traffic congestion but critics see it as a PR stunt.

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Coronavirus: South Korea sees its largest rise in coronavirus cases

The country has almost 600 new confirmed coronavirus cases, bringing the total to 2,931.

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Storm Jorge flooding: 'Critical incident' declared after flooding

Areas including Pontypridd and Ely in Cardiff are affected after more rain brought by Storm Jorge.

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Friday, February 28, 2020

Slovakia election: Double murder haunts voters

The murder of journalist Jan Kuciak and his fiancée convulsed Slovak politics.

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One in five of UK's top FTSE 350 firms warned over gender diversity

A review into gender balance at senior levels of FTSE firms singles out 63 companies for criticism.

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Coronavirus: Hunt for source of UK-infected case

Officials are trying to find out how a man in Surrey caught Covid-19 and tracing those who he met.

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Most graduates still gain financially from degrees

But one in five would have been better off not going to university, says research.

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Fish oil supplements offer 'little or no benefit' against cancer

Research suggests omega-3 supplements may not be as beneficial as previously suggested.

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Margaret Thatcher: Former PM named outfits after Gorbachev and Reagan

The ex-PM christened her wardrobe, papers show, with references to Mikhail Gorbachev and Ronald Reagan.

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Syria war: Refugees eye Europe as Turkey hits breaking point

Turkey says it is no longer preventing Syrians from leaving for Europe - and the refugees want to move.

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Could deepfakes be used to train office workers?

A consultancy that makes business training videos is advertising for a "deepfake expert".

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Why are Scottish councils closing their outdoor centres?

Residential centres have given generations of schoolchildren a taste of outdoor life, but more are set to close this year.

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Making chopsticks into house furnishings

ChopValue collects 350,000 used bamboo chopsticks from Vancouver restaurants every week.

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Latvia railway: Why I love living in an old train station

Milda Romanova's home is an old rail station, and at 88 she still loves all things trains.

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Week in Pictures: 22-28 February

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

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How calisthenics helped a former raver kickstart a new lifestyle

A former raver says calisthenics helped her through a difficult time and kickstarted a new lifestyle.

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Leap Year: What it's like being born on 29 February?

People around the world tell us what it's like being born on 29 February.

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Walkout as Polanksi wins 'best director' at Césars

The Polish-French director is wanted in the US for the statutory rape of a 13-year-old in the 1970s.

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Knife offenders lack male role models, says senior police officer

Senior officers says it is "too easy" to blame cuts, social media and drugs for a rise in offences.

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The decade that shattered trust in politics

Laura Kuenssberg explores the scandals that shook faith in elites at the start of the 21st century.

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Thursday, February 27, 2020

English Heritage urges end to illegal metal detecting at historic sites

English Heritage says the activity is "robbing us of our past" and appeals to the public for help.

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Britons in coronavirus hotel face Jet2 flight delay

People confined to a Tenerife hotel over coronavirus must complete their quarantine, airline Jet2 says.

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Learning difficulties 'link to brain connections'

After scanning 479 children's brains, researchers found they were organised in multiple "hubs".

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Cosmetic surgery: Woman scarred after procedure in Turkey

Kimberley Saad needs reconstructive surgery and wants to warn others against getting surgery abroad.

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Coronavirus: Shares face worst week since global financial crisis

Asian stock markets continue falling, as the coronavirus spreads across the globe.

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Scientists detect biggest explosion since Big Bang

The blast in the Ophiuchus galaxy cluster left a cavity 15 times bigger than our Milky Way galaxy.

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Philippines volcano: Residents return to visit island

Philippines residents who briefly return to homes near the Taal volcano find haunting scenes.

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Crystal Palace dinosaurs added to 'at risk' register

Historic England says it doesn't want the replicas at Crystal Palace Park "to become extinct again".

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How making a violin brought these two together

When Nashville musician Amanda asked violinmaker Ray to make her one, little did she know where it would lead.

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Quiz of the week: Remember much about the big fight?

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

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Leap years and why we need them

It's a leap year which means there's an extra day in the calendar - 29 February 2020. But why do we need it?

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Meet the Hatton Garden jeweller who rappers go to

Hatton Garden jeweller Abtin Abbassi has clients including London rappers Krept and Young Adz.

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Contemplating the Fens through art

Heather and Ivan Morison's sculpture MOTHER... opens at Wicken Fen in Cambridgeshire.

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The boss who put everyone on 70K

A tech boss introduced a $70,000 minimum salary for all his staff - by cutting his own wages. Five years, on he has no regrets.

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Afghanistan conflict: US-Taliban deal raises hope for peace

A long-awaited accord between the US and the Taliban is greeted cautiously by a war-weary population.

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The crisis forcing mothers to give away their babies

Venezuela's economic crisis is driving some mothers unable to feed their children to drastic measures.

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'We can enjoy life without sound'

A woman who started to lose her hearing as a child is trying to change perceptions about deafness.

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Greta Thunberg: Who is the teenage climate change activist?

The Swedish teenager started a climate change protest that grew into a global movement of millions.

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Protecting whales from the noise people make in the ocean

Oil drilling and construction is creating a din for sealife - new tech is hoping to turn the volume down.

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Road schemes may face Heathrow-style court action

Environmentalists could try to block new road plans if they fail to take climate targets into account.

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Gambling industry 'needs tougher regulation'

The government is being urged to do more to tackle problem gambling by beefing up oversight of the industry.

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Thousands of depression cases 'linked to universal credit'

The number of unemployed people with psychological distress rose 6.6% between 2013 and 2018, a study suggests.

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The Papers: Virus raises fears over economy and major events

Friday's papers say mass UK gatherings may be restricted due to the spread of coronavirus.

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Wednesday, February 26, 2020

Legal victories over 'No DSS' letting agents

Two single mothers win out-of-court settlements against letting agents refusing benefit claimants.

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Britons 'missing out' on daily dose of nature - National Trust

The National Trust urges Britons to "actively" experience nature to help tackle wildlife crisis.

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Coronavirus: Tenerife hotel guests 'horrified' by conditions

Selina Lund said fellow guests were not following hygiene rules to prevent the spread of the virus.

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Government to unveil post-Brexit trade talks goals

Formal negotiations with EU - which has already published its strategy - are due to start on Monday.

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Trump names VP Pence man in charge of coronavirus response

The US President held a press conference to reassure the public amid infection fears.

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'Scent of terror' created in protest against Moscow perfume store

A team in Moscow has created the putrid scent, in a protest against plans for a perfume store in a historic building with a terrible past.

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'There's a whole world to doodle over'

Sam Cox, 25, from Kent earns his living from doodling inside and outside buildings.

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The Californian nuns who set up their own community

A group of Californian nuns wanted to reform their convent, but the Catholic church refused to discuss change.

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Landscapes of chemical and biological warfare

A gallery of landscapes of UK chemical and biological weapon sites by photographer Dara McGrath.

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The Big Moon: Record shopping is like a religion

The all-female band are this year's Record Store Day UK ambassadors. They share some of their favourite vinyl and surprises they have planned for the big day.

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Afghan peace talks: The woman who negotiated with the Taliban

Fawzia Koofi's life changed under the Taliban and they tried to kill her - but she talked to them.

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Forced sterilisation in South Africa: They removed my uterus

Bongekile Msibi is one of 48 women forcibly sterilised at state hospitals in South Africa.

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'After the coral ban, I lost everything'

Thousands of Indonesian coral farms had to close after an export ban, but a policy U-turn offers hope.

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Heathrow expansion: What is the third runway plan?

What are the arguments for and against a third runway?

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Bernie Sanders: 17 things the Democratic front-runner believes

The Democratic candidate has promised a political revolution. But what actually are his stances?

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Coronavirus: How is the UK planning for an outbreak?

What will the government do if there is a UK coronavirus outbreak and how prepared is the NHS?

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West Midlands floods: 'Ten days of difficult conditions' to come

Residents in two flooded towns are evacuated as more rain threatens to swell the River Severn.

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Nando’s employees call for changes to cleaning pay policy

Staff claim they often miss out on overtime amid allegations of poor cleaning practices at some branches.

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Uni admissions could scrap use of predicted grades

Applications to university could switch to after pupils get their A-level results, says watchdog.

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'Go big' to tackle regional inequalities, report urges

Levelling up disadvantaged parts of the UK will require long-term thinking and investment, a new report says.

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Court may upset Heathrow third runway plans

A ruling will decide whether Heathrow's expansion plan should have taken the climate more into account.

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Scientists aim to spot abusers from their hands

A study hopes to discover whether our hands are truly unique by looking at anatomical differences.

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Buy now, pay later 'growing fast' amid debt fears

A report says services such as Klarna are booming among online shoppers despite concerns for young consumers.

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Tuesday, February 25, 2020

Delhi clashes: 18 killed as Hindu and Muslim groups clash

Eighteen people have been killed, and nearly 200 injured, in clashes in the Indian capital.

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Budget 2020: Chancellor must raise taxes in first Budget, says IFS

A think tank says Rishi Sunak risks breaking the rules on borrowing if he is to boost public spending.

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Women's T20 World Cup: England's Amy Jones stumped early by Thailand

Amy Jones is stumped off the second delivery of the game as Thailand get off to the perfect start against England in their Women's T20 World Cup match.

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Childcare costs: Parents of children under two pay 5% more

A report finds part-time nursery care costs more than £130 per week in England, Scotland and Wales.

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Sydney baboon escapes hospital vasectomy

The monkey was part of a trio of who fled from a Sydney hospital, stunning onlookers.

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NHS Hospital: What it's really like working in A&E

The BBC followed staff in a busy A&E unit who say they're under pressure all year round.

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Outdoor heaters: Paris campaigners want them banned

A campaign is underway in Paris to ban heaters due to concerns about their electricity use.

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Underwater Photographer of the Year

The winners of the Underwater Photographer of the Year competition 2020.

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Dealing with emotions: Borderline personality disorder

Borderline personality disorder, also known as BPD, is characterised by strong emotional reactions, a distorted sense of self and difficult personal relationships.

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Climate change: Why are tomato prices in Africa increasing?

The price of tomatoes have skyrocketed in East Africa in recent weeks after floods ruined crops.

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Secret doorway in Parliament leads to historical treasure trove

Historical treasures - and evidence of a beer-fuelled party - are uncovered in the Commons restoration.

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'How do I convince the Home Office I'm a lesbian?'

More than 1,500 people claim asylum in the UK each year, claiming that they are persecuted for being gay. But it's not an easy thing to prove.

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How did companies sell 'unmentionable' sanitary towels?

How do you build a market for a product society considers unmentionable?

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Could North Korea handle a Covid-19 outbreak?

So far, the country claims to have no cases of Covid-19 - but that has been questioned.

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Solari boards: The disappearing sound of airports

Inside airports, old-school departure boards are falling silent. Outside, it's a different story.

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Viewpoint: Why a Texas county had a radical rethink on crime

A congressman's presidential run helped boost efforts in Texas to reform their criminal justice system.

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How a serious accident led to business success

After a terrible skiing crash, Susanne Najafi embarked on her path as a serial entrepreneur.

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Sickest patients 'facing hours stuck on trolleys'

BBC analysis shows a surge in hospital delays as experts warn 'little in tank' to cope with coronavirus.

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Scottish drugs summit over tackling death rate

The Scottish government holds a summit just 24 hours before a UK government event in the same venue.

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Red squirrels sniff out danger better than greys

A native predator of the red squirrel seems to be an unlikely ally in its battle with its grey rival.

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Coronavirus: Outbreak spreads in Europe from Italy

Cases have emerged in several countries involving travellers from Italy, but borders remain open.

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Homelessness: Councils record 28,000 on the streets over a year

Five times as many rough sleepers were seen in a year than reported in the official one-night snapshot.

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County lines: Police arrest 46 in raids across the UK

There were raids in Merseyside, Lancashire, Cumbria and Tayside on Tuesday morning.

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New coronavirus advice for Britons back from Italy

Anyone returning from north of Pisa is being asked to self-isolate if they have flu-like symptoms.

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Monday, February 24, 2020

'Nobody has the right to call me on a Friday'

About a million people in senior-level jobs work part time, according to official figures.

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Coronavirus: Worst-hit countries boost containment efforts

It comes as the number of cases globally surpasses 80,000 and amid fears of a possible pandemic.

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Gangs: Call to use stop and search more often on women

Lucy Martindale says men and boys make girls carry weapons as they are less likely to be searched.

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News Daily: Life expectancy, Weinstein convicted and floods warning

Your morning briefing for Tuesday 25 February 2020.

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My boyfriend was a police spy

Scotland Yard says it’s credible an ex-police spy had a relationship with a teenage campaigner.

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Harvey Weinstein accusers welcome rape and sexual assault conviction

Lawyers for the ex-movie mogul, who is taken to hospital with reported chest pains, vow to appeal.

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Gui Minhai: Chinese court sentences Swedish bookseller to 10 years jail

Hong Kong based Gui Minhai published books on the personal lives of Chinese Communist Party leaders.

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Brexit: EU set to agree UK trade talks mandate

Ministers from the EU will meet in Brussels later to finalise their red lines for talks with the UK.

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Environment Agency chief: Avoid building new homes on flood plains

The head of the Environment Agency says new buildings should be made more resilient to flooding.

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Weinstein legacy: Life after #MeToo

More than two years after the movement went viral, has anything changed?

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Behind the scenes of The Prince of Egypt

Under, behind and above the scenes of the West End's newest blockbuster

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Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra conducted by centenarian

Arthur Wellard learnt to conduct working with Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra from the age of 97.

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Shrove Tuesday football: 'No quarter asked nor given'

The centuries-old English tradition of Shrove Tuesday "football" matches is alive and kicking.

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Coronavirus: The race to find the source in wildlife

From animals to humans, how did the deadly coronavirus make the leap? We look at the scientific evidence.

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Military Wives: 'Director didn't want us to sound too slick'

The film inspired by much more than Gareth Malone's famous BBC choir series.

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Would you eat a 'steak' printed by robots?

3D printing is meeting some of the ambitions touted when the technology emerged 20 years ago.

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Hungary's new patriotic education meets resistance

The right-wing government aims to instil national pride - but teachers criticise a new curriculum.

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What happens when the internet vanishes?

During a troublesome protest or tricky election, some countries just cut the online cord.

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Poorest women's life expectancy declines, finds report

The gap between the health of rich and poor in England is widening, according to a report.

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Period poverty: MSPs set to back plans for free sanitary products

Labour MSP Monica Lennon's bill now has the support of all parties following a government U-turn.

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Cardiff woman wins £400k in DWP race discrimination row

The Department for Work and Pensions created a "hostile environment" for one employee, a judge rules.

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Young drivers 'let down over insurance app faults'

Carrot uses phone data to measure braking and acceleration - but some say it often fails to work.

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Hunters: Jewish groups criticise Holocaust portrayal in Amazon show

The drama series draws ire for a gruesome and fictitious human chess scene at Auschwitz.

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Sunday, February 23, 2020

Donald Trump in India: US president begins first official trip

The US president's visit is expected to focus on ties between the world's two largest democracies.

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News Daily: Coronavirus spreading, UK housing gap and Whitehall tensions

Your morning briefing for Monday 24 February 2020.

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Home Secretary Priti Patel 'deeply concerned' by 'false allegations'

The home secretary hits back following claims of distrust from MI5 bosses and bullying behaviour.

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Virus credit crunch hits millions of Chinese firms

Prolonged shutdowns for businesses in China are bringing many firms to the brink of survival.

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Coronavirus: North Korea quarantines foreigners amid fears

Meanwhile, South Korea has quarantined 7,700 troops after an outbreak in the military.

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Whitehall HR boss sought amid Number 10 'tensions'

The £60,000-a-year role involves overseeing the recruitment and treatment of special advisers.

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Alberto Salazar's spectacular fall from grace

From helping Mo Farah become Britain's most successful track athlete in history, to appealing a four-year ban from athletics, BBC Panorama investigates Alberto Salazar's fall from grace.

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Climate change: Schools failing us, say pupils

Educated people cause most harm to the planet so schools must change, say teenage climate campaigners.

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Public toilets: Should you be able to pee for free?

Toilet access in London can be a real issue for many people who live in and visit the city.

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Kobe Bryant: How a basketball legend inspired young players

Three young basketballers from different corners of the world tell us how important Kobe Bryant was to them.

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Earth Harp: The man behind the unique instruments 'epic' sound

The inventor of the world's longest string instrument explains its unique and majestic sound.

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'My journey to accept being a childless woman' in Niger

Filmmaker Aicha Macky from Niger is on a journey to determine her role in society as a childless woman.

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'We are trapped in the house that killed our son'

Zane Gbangbola was poisoned during flooding at his home. But has the full story of his death been told?

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What Donald Trump gets out of his trip to India

The US president's first official trip to the world's largest democracy will be a photo-op and a half.

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How Africa hopes to gain from the 'new scramble'

The continent's leaders have been globe-trotting to attend Africa-themed summits, but do they have a plan?

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Labour leadership: Members voting in three-way contest

Sir Keir Starmer, Lisa Nandy and Rebecca Long-Bailey remain in the race to succeed Jeremy Corbyn.

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Canary Islands sandstorm: Flights disrupted as dust cloud strands tourists

Flights to and from the Spanish islands have been disrupted, leaving tourists stranded at airports.

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Public redundancy bill hits seven-year high

Taxpayers are facing a £346m bill after a spate of high-profile business failures on the High Street.

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Help us make venues safer, urges bomb victim's mum

The mother of Manchester Arena terror attack victim Martyn Hett urges venues to help shape a new law.

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New questions over Farah's relationship with Salazar

Fresh questions over Mo Farah's relationship with his disgraced former coach Alberto Salazar are raised in a new BBC Panorama investigation.

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Flooding: Call for UK cash to fund flood relief in Wales

MPs and assembly members ask the chancellor for £30m to help affected areas in Rhondda Cynon Taff.

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Bruno Fernandes: Why Manchester United fans have a new hero - Peter Crouch analysis

Arrogant, cheeky and a touch of class - MOTD2 pundit Peter Crouch explains why Bruno Fernandes has already made a big impact at Manchester United.

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Tyson Fury says beating Deontay Wilder in Las Vegas 'written in the stars'

Tyson Fury says his WBC heavyweight title win over Deontay Wilder was "written in the stars" and he's now "completed everything" in boxing.

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Harry Dunn crash: Family urge government to block Julian Assange extradition

The family's demand comes after the US refused to extradite the suspect involved in Mr Dunn's death.

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Coronavirus: Russia denies spreading US conspiracy on social media

US officials accused “malign” Russian actors of promoting unfounded theories about the virus online.

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Saturday, February 22, 2020

Coronavirus: More to leave quarantine as cruise Britons isolate

Around 150 UK nationals end their two-week period in Milton Keynes as 30 others begin their isolation.

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'He is a warrior and I'll be waiting' - champion Fury expects third Wilder fight

Tyson Fury expects "warrior" Deontay Wilder to request a third fight the Briton took his WBC heavyweight title in Las Vegas.

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'Mad' Mike Hughes dies after crash-landing homemade rocket

"Mad" Mike Hughes, 64, wanted to launch himself into space to prove that the Earth was flat.

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Tyson Fury beats Deontay Wilder in Las Vegas

Tyson Fury became world heavyweight champion for the second time after cruising to victory over Deontay Wilder in Las Vegas.

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Coronavirus: Italy imposes strict lockdown in outbreak hotspots

PM Giuseppe Conte announces "extraordinary measures", as two infected Italians die.

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Brexit: Emmanuel Macron 'not sure' of UK-EU trade deal by end of year

The French president's doubts come as the UK government is set to publish its demands.

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Nevada caucuses: Bernie Sanders leads in early results

Bernie Sanders looks set to cement his status as the Democratic front-runner to take on Donald Trump.

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Hip-hop's iconic photos go on display

The International Center of Photography is showcasing photos of hip-hop's greatest stars.

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Simone Biles on abuse, race and life after gymnastics

Simone Biles takes time out of training in Texas to answer questions from young fans around the world.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'uphill'

Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "uphill"

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Sheringham Viking Festival 'warrior' finds faith in Norse gods

Viking re-enactor Richard Mehmed says he found faith with Norse gods while "wielding a six-foot axe".

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The 'ironmums' (and 'irongrans') taking on endurance feats

Three so-called "ironmums" explain the appeal of taking on one of sport's most gruelling challenges.

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Encephalitis: 'I couldn't remember my boyfriend'

Georgia Lee is 23 but feels like she's 17 after a virus which affected her memory and also took her sense of smell.

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Snow, ice and flood warnings in place across Scotland

Wintry showers are expected in the central Scotland, Grampian, Highlands and Argyll and Bute regions.

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Brixton Hill police pursuit hit-and-run death: Man charged

Quincy Anyiam, 26, is accused of causing the death of Anisha Vidal-Garner in Brixton Hill.

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Dead within three hours of arrival at a Russian prison

Despite claims that Russian prisons are cleaning up their act, inmates and their families tell a different story.

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We will 'fight to the death' to save the Amazon rainforest

Teenagers from the Amazon rainforest speak about their hopes for the future.

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Dubs or subs? Parasite renews debate on how to watch foreign films

Subtitles are the film connoisseur's choice - but Netflix is sounding the dub-a-dub-dub for dubbing.

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Inter Milan v Sampdoria among three Serie A games postponed over coronavirus

Inter Milan's game against Sampdoria is among three Serie A fixtures that have been postponed over fears of the spread of coronavirus.

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New video by OfficialOAFC on YouTube

Leyton Orient v Oldham Athletic highlights
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L'Arche founder Jean Vanier sexually abused women - internal report

A report by L'Arche finds that Jean Vanier, who died last year, abused women for decades.

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Simon Warr: BBC broadcaster and former teacher dies aged 65

The former teacher campaigned for the rights of the wrongly accused after he was cleared of sex abuse.

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The suicide prevention message from the rugby scrum

Boys told "open up" don't "man up" by top rugby players, in a suicide prevention scheme.

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Coronavirus: South Korea confirms huge rise in cases

Seoul says the 229 new cases raise the total number of confirmed infections to 433.

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Michael O'Leary: Ryanair boss criticised for Muslim profiling comments

The Ryanair boss says Muslim men should be profiled at airports because "that is where the threat is".

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Friday, February 21, 2020

Email address charges branded 'daylight robbery'

Ofcom is asking why broadband firms charge people to keep old email addresses after switching providers.

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US election 2020: What do young voters want in Nevada?

Voters born after 1980 had the lowest turnout rate in 2016. What will get them to the polls?

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Waitrose named best supermarket by Which?

Waitrose has been rated the best UK in-store supermarket again in Which?'s annual supermarket satisfaction survey.

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Afghanistan war: US and Afghan Taliban start partial truce

If successful, the seven-day "reduction in violence" will lead to the signing of a peace deal.

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Man Utd fan invited to Old Trafford after Klopp letter

Man Utd fan Daragh Curley said Liverpool were "winning too many games" and it was making him sad.

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The cast of EastEnders go head-to-head to test their knowledge of Albert Square

As the show celebrates its 35th birthday, six of the show's youngest stars test their Albert Square knowledge in our quiz.

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What happens when a Hindu and Muslim YouTuber meet?

More young people are turning to social media to explore their faith.

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Phoebe Waller-Bridge on Fleabag and feminism

The actress and writer speaks to BBC Radio 4's Woman's Hour about her conflicting feelings towards feminism.

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Week in Pictures

A selection of striking news photographs from around the world this week.

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London's Coffin Club where people plan their final farewell

Death isn't easy to talk about, but London now has a "Coffin Club" where people plan their final farewell.

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Wallis Simpson's hard lessons for Harry and Meghan

What the Sussexes could learn from the miserable exile of Edward VIII and his demonised US lover.

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Crash Landing on You: The defector who brought North-South Korean romance to life

Hit drama Crash Landing on You was made possible by the key insights of one North Korean defector.

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Hanau shooting: Why Germany’s far-right AfD is blamed over racist violence

The anti-Islam AfD is accused of fuelling racist violence, amid German shock at the Hanau killings.

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Crossing Divides: What happens when pen pals reunite

Girls from very different backgrounds reconnect after three years to address India's divisions.

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Trump in India: A brief history of US presidents' trips

Ahead of President Trump's first state visit to India, here's a look at how his predecessors fared.

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Immigration: How will new laws affect care workers?

Will foreign workers in the UK be able to stay, and more of your questions answered.

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London Central Mosque stabbing: Man charged

Daniel Horton, 29, is accused of attacking a worshipper in his 70s during afternoon prayers.

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New blue British passport rollout to begin in March

They will begin to replace the current burgundy passports, following the UK's departure from the EU.

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Thursday, February 20, 2020

News Daily: Millane killer jailed and coronavirus evacuees attacked

Your morning briefing for Friday 21 February 2020.

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EastEnders 35th anniversary: My life as a superfan

It's the 35th anniversary this week - here's what the show means to a superfan.

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'What was that all about?': Donald Trump mocks Oscars winner Parasite

"What was that all about?" Trump asked as he spoke at a campaign rally in Colorado.

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Dot Cotton: Actress June Brown says she has left EastEnders 'for good'

The 93-year-old has played Dot Cotton, one of the programme's longest-running characters, for 35 years.

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Iran hardliners set to sweep parliamentary polls

Thousands of moderates were barred from standing, with the outcome likely to weaken the president.

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Germany shooting: Vigils held for victims of racist attack

Germany's government is facing calls to do more to combat far-right extremism following the attack.

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Wood burners: Most polluting fuels to be banned in the home

Owners of wood burners and open fires will be discouraged from burning coal or wet wood from next year.

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Coronavirus: Ukraine protesters attack buses carrying China evacuees

President Volodymyr Zelensky urged people to show solidarity and remember "we are all human".

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NHS 'took 18 months to help after suicide attempt'

Poor treatment for those who self-harm or attempt suicide is putting lives at risk, psychiatrists say.

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Billions of £20 notes to be made into compost

Around two billion paper £20 notes will be replaced with polymer notes in the next few months.

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Schoolboy Man Utd fan gets letter from Jurgen Klopp

Donegal schoolboy Daragh Curley asked the Liverpool manager if his side could lose some matches.

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The poster project spreading 'happiness and kindness' to NHS staff

An artist known for his positive poster messages has directed his new creations at healthcare workers.

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Talking to your neighbours is mandatory if you live here

A block of flats in Sweden is tackling loneliness by mixing age groups - and making socialising an obligation.

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Running stories: How running helped me fight anxiety and bulimia

Jess has anxiety and has previously had depression and bulimia, but says running has given her a new energy.

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Quiz of the week: On the Brits, Storm Dennis and more

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

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Daniel Radcliffe on the 'genius' story he felt had to be told

The actor's new film tells the true story of an escape by anti-apartheid activists from Pretoria Prison in 1979.

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How Hollywood movies saved a gay Russian teenager

A mail order bride moved to the US with her gay son, but her conservative husband had a surprise in store.

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British pianist James Rhodes drives child abuse reform in Spain

Spain's child abuse laws are set for an overhaul under the new government thanks to James Rhodes.

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Hinds: The band who answered The Strokes' last-minute call

A crazy week in the world of Spanish act Hinds, who are on the road with the New York indie icons.

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Can computer translators ever beat speaking a foreign tongue?

Developers say you can now converse effortlessly using translation tech, but others are not so sure.

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Brexit: How do you negotiate a trade agreement?

There are a lot of negotiations to be done this year. Chris Morris looks at how they should be done.

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Abandoned seafarers: Hungry, penniless and far from home

Hundreds of seafarers are stranded around the world on board ships abandoned by their owners.

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The artistic wizard who brought Oz to life

George Gibson was responsible for the backdrops of some legendary films during Hollywood's golden age.

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Wednesday, February 19, 2020

No-fault evictions: 'Our lives are falling apart'

Becky Palmer and her family were given two months to leave a home they had rented for 12 years.

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Grace Millane murder: Killer's sentencing 'is not closure'

"Grace is gone", her cousin says in a BBC interview, and no jail term will change the fact.

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Larry Tesler: Computer scientist behind cut, copy and paste dies aged 74

Larry Tesler was responsible for many of the innovations that made personal computing accessible.

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Democratic debate: Bloomberg rivals line up to attack billionaire

The billionaire faces off against opponents for first time in a slugfest debate worthy of Las Vegas.

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Coronavirus: Britons on Diamond Princess cruise ship to be flown home

Only those who are well can travel, and they will be quarantined on their return, it is understood.

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Coronavirus: Walking through Beijing's near empty streets

The city is unrecognisable as people work from home and avoid going out.

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Facebook boss faces 'blow-dried armpit' jibes

Mark Zuckerberg faced jibes on social media over a claim that he has staff blow-dry his armpits.

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'Astonishing' blue whale numbers at South Georgia

The biggest animal on Earth is returning to waters where it was nearly driven to extinction.

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Jagermeister logo does not offend Christians, Swiss court rules

It had been argued that the Jägermeister logo could offend Swiss Christians.

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Australia weather: 'We’ve gone from hell to high water'

Australians on the drought, dust, fire and floods of one of the most turbulent summers in memory.

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In pictures: The battle of the oranges

Once a year the citizens of the old medieval town of Ivrea gather in the main square to hurl oranges.

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Seeing double: The Indian town filled with twins

One town in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu is home to hundreds of twins and no-one knows why.

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Sinophobia: How a virus reveals the many ways China is feared

A wave of discrimination that's emerged with the coronavirus crisis shows how differently the world views China.

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'Until I met my debt mentor, I couldn't always feed my kids'

Audie was in debt and losing hope. But Jeannette, who'd once been in debt herself, was able to help.

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How a stolen safe changed a burglar's life

When Matthew Hahn saw what was inside a safe he had stolen, he knew he had to do something

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My Money: 'My husband and I have 90 minutes together each week'

As part of a new BBC blog series, Maura Hannon from Switzerland shares what she spent her money on this week.

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‘Both my parents went to prison... I was labelled the bad kid’

Toni was 11 when her mum first when to prison, she's now 21 and speaks about her experiences.

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Sinn Fein surge puts Irish economy in the spotlight

As the Irish parliament convenes to try to choose its new leader, concerns about inequality linger.

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Storm Dennis: UK set for month's worth of rain in 24 hours amid floods

Downpours continue as some areas struggle to cope with flooding in the wake of Storm Dennis.

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New polymer £20 featuring painter Turner enters circulation

A new polymer £20 banknote featuring artist JMW Turner starts to appear in ATMs on Thursday.

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Tony Blair: Labour needs 'head-to-toe renewal'

The ex-prime minister will urge Labour leadership candidates to adopt a new "radical" politics.

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Julian Smith: Boris Johnson approved Stormont agreement

Former NI Secretary Julian Smith dismisses claims the PM was unaware of the Stormont deal details.

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Syria civil war: How a father helps his daughter cope with life in a warzone

Abdullah and his family are living in a warzone but they've come up with a unique way to cope with air strikes.

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Tuesday, February 18, 2020

Coronavirus: First passengers disembark from Diamond Princess in Japan

Some Diamond Princess passengers are being allowed to leave if they have tested negative for Covid-19.

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News Daily: Immigration plans, Brit Awards and coronavirus

Your morning briefing for Wednesday 19 February 2020.

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Storm Dennis: More heavy rain forecast amid flood defence fears

Three Met Office warnings for rain are issued, as 1,400 properties are already affected by floods.

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Boy Scouts of America: Why is it filing for bankruptcy?

How the childhood organisation became 'the largest paedophile ring on Earth' according to a lawyer.

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Brits 2020: The real winners and losers

From best impromptu duet to biggest gaffe, here are the awards you didn't see on TV.

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Coronavirus: Passengers allowed to leave cruise ship

The Foreign Office says it hopes to fly back the Britons who have been stranded on the ship this week.

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Children facing uncertain future, experts warn

The World Health Organization says "radical change" is needed before it is too late

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Camp Hill: Three children among dead in 'horrific' Australia car fire

Three children, all under 10, have died after a car was allegedly set alight in a Brisbane suburb.

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Hollywood studio plans to build film complex in Reading

US company Blackhall Studios wants to build a movie-making complex at Thames Valley Science Park.

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Fair Isle: The remote island where jumpers are always in fashion

Photographer Chris Morphet travelled to Fair Isle 50 years ago to document designs which are still influencing fashion.

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'I clean the Sistine Chapel frescoes'

The BBC has rare access to the annual check-up and cleaning of the Sistine Chapel's masterpieces.

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CEO Secrets: How Camelot boss got to the top

Nigel Railton, who is boss of Camelot UK, which runs the National Lottery, explains how he got there.

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"Battle Bus" memorialised executed environmentalists

Artist Sokari Douglas Camp wanted to honour Nigerian environmentalist Ken Saro Wiwa who was controversially executed in 1995

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Singapore turns rubbish into energy and footpaths

Singapore is running out of room for rubbish so is experimenting with putting it to work.

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Jeff Bezos Earth Fund: How can $10bn fight climate change?

Jeff Bezos has pledged $10bn (£7.7bn) to fight climate change - but how should the money be spent?

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'Outdated family-court rape views need addressing'

Lawyers and women's rights groups react to a judge who dismissed a woman's claim she had been raped.

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Army training deaths 'will keep happening'

A dead soldier's parents demand action as investigation reveals multiple health and safety breaches.

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UK's cash system 'will collapse without new laws'

British bank notes and coins could disappear much earlier than expected, campaigners warn.

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Climate change: Fertiliser could be used to power ocean-going ships

Ammonia, the key ingredient of fertiliser, can be burned in ships’ engines in place of polluting diesel.

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China economy: Why it matters to you

As China struggles to cope with the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, we look at the scale and importance of it's financial might.

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Jacqueline du Pré: Royal Ballet tells cellist's story

The Royal Ballet tells the story of gifted cellist Jacqueline du Pré, whose career was cut short by multiple sclerosis.

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Back To The Future is being rebooted - on stage, not on screen

Another movie would be like "selling your kids into prostitution", one of the film's creators says.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Historic' immigration shake-up and Brits glamour

The first look at the government's post-Brexit immigration plan leads many of Wednesday's papers.

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Monday, February 17, 2020

News Daily: Storm Dennis, coronavirus latest and Brexit positioning

Your morning briefing for Tuesday 18 February 2020.

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Billie Eilish on Bond and online bullying

In an exclusive interview with the BBC, the singer speaks ahead of her performance at the Brit Awards.

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Cambridge University don wrote erotic fiction about students

Dr Peter Hutchinson wrote the book the same year sexual harassment complaints were made against him.

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Storm Dennis: Dozens evacuated as severe flood warnings remain

Residents in towns by the River Severn spent an anxious night as water threatened to top flood defences.

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Coronavirus: Foreign Office working to rescue Britons stranded on cruise ship

The Foreign Office is "working to organise a flight" to bring back 74 Britons from the Diamond Princess.

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HSBC sees annual profit slump by 33%

The earnings have been posted on the same day as interim chief Noel Quinn unveils a new shake-up.

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Football gambling links 'gone too far', ex-FA boss says

Football clubs need to "wean themselves off" gambling sponsorship, Mark Palios says.

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British radio antenna to arrive at space station

The UK's first industrial contribution to the orbiting platform will improve its communication links.

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Coronavirus triggers boom in private jet inquiries

Private jet firms have seen a huge rise in people hoping to hire planes but they can't meet demand.

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Memory quilt: Stitching together fragments of a child’s life

When teenager Jaxon Elliott-Sprysa died, his mother arranged for something deeply personal to be made.

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Russian activist Anastasia Shevchenko living under house arrest

Anastasia Shevchenko is facing six years in prison for her opposition political activism.

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The unlikely friendship saving Egypt’s synagogues

Magda, who is Jewish, and Marwa, who is Palestinian and Muslim, are driving a push to rescue Egypt's Jewish heritage.

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Should organ donors be paid? The heavy toll of US kidney shortage

Thousands of Americans die from kidney failure each year, but efforts to find organ donors remain contentious.

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How are weather forecasts made?

Extreme weather events are happening around the world regularly and forecasts can help people prepare.

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Julian Assange: Father fears 'worried' son's extradition

John Shipton said Julian Assange had felt "ceaseless anxiety" over the past decade.

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Hundreds of staff injured at Amazon UK warehouses, GMB claims

There were 622 serious injuries or near misses in three years, figures compiled by the GMB union claim.

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Criminals end up with 'smaller brains'

Scans suggest people who show antisocial behaviour throughout life have some brain abnormalities.

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No putting meat on expenses, says property firm

Developers Igloo Regeneration has gone vegetarian to cut its environmental impact.

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Earl of Snowdon: Queen's nephew and his wife to divorce

David Armstrong-Jones and his wife Serena are separating after 26 years, a spokesman says.

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Transgender patients self-medicating over NHS waits

One woman, who has waited over two years to be seen, said it had left her suicidal.

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Woman 'conceived by rape' claim leads to arrest

"Vicky" alleges her mother was aged 13, under the age of consent, when her father raped her.

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Lewis Capaldi expected to triumph at the Brits

The singer is favourite to win best new artist and best single at the ceremony on Tuesday.

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Newspaper headlines: Brexit trade speech and No 10 adviser resigns

Tuesday's newspapers include reports of the UK's chief Brexit negotiator's speech in Brussels.

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Sunday, February 16, 2020

Harry Gregg: Munich hero dies aged 87

The Manchester United and NI goalkeeper will also be remembered for his bravery in the 1958 Munich air disaster.

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News Daily: Storm Dennis and Love Island tribute to Caroline Flack

Your morning briefing for Monday 17 February 2020.

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Coronavirus: Armed robbers steal hundreds of toilet rolls in Hong Kong

Toilet rolls have become hot property in the city due to a shortage from coronavirus panic-buying.

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Amazon: Suspect child car seats found for sale on its store again

Trading standards officers are probing the products, which Amazon has now removed from sale.

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GM scraps historic Holden car brand in Australia

The move comes as the US car giant retreats from more markets as it focuses on more profitable countries

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Storm Dennis: Flood threat remains after weekend of disruption

Eight severe flood warnings are in place in England, after a weekend of heavy rain and wind.

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ABC raid: Australian public broadcaster loses legal challenge

Last year, police searched the Sydney newsroom of the ABC and the home of one of its journalists.

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Japan's economy shrinks at fastest rate since 2014

The world's third largest economy was hit by a sales tax rise, a destructive typhoon and weak global demand.

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Do voters need therapy?

Psychotherapy might have the answers about why we are so emotional about politics.

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Brexit: France warns UK of bitter trade negotiations

The UK and EU will "rip each other apart" as they vie for advantage, France's foreign minister says.

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Met Office forecasters set for 'billion pound' supercomputer

A new supercomputer is to be built by 2022 to improve the accuracy of weather forecasting.

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Coronavirus: Bicester Village 'having a tough time'

Spending by visitors from China in the UK stood at £714m in September 2019.

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'I reinvented the hair tie from my uni halls'

Sophie Trelles-Tvede is the boss of Invisibobble, which is now sold in more than 70 countries.

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Egg-freezing: What's the success rate?

The fertility expert Lord Winston warns the success rate could be as low as 1% but others say it is considerably higher.

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Brit Awards: 10 memorable moments ahead of 40th ceremony

Starring Jarvis Cocker, Stormzy, Adele, John Prescott and current host Jack Whitehall.

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French reforms: Why France is resisting Macron's push on pensions

President Macron's pension reforms reach the National Assembly - but the protests have not gone away.

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Coronavirus: A Cameroon student on how he recovered

China-based student Kem Senoua is the first African to contract the virus - he spoke to the BBC.

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Can we fix our way out of the growing e-waste problem?

Levels of electrical and electronic waste are expected to more than double by 2050, according to the UN.

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The Papers: Flack's boyfriend's heartache and 'tough' trade talks

The fall-out from Caroline Flack's death and warnings about bitter UK-EU trade talks make the front pages.

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The doctors and lawyers giving advice on TikTok

The BBC meets the medics and lawyers across America who are using the app to help educate the public.

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'I lost my left ear to my tanning addiction'

Anthea Smith tells the BBC's Laura Mcmullan, who also had skin cancer, that she used sunbeds for years.

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Rape survivor writes poem about attack

Michaela Spencer was diagnosed with PTSD after being attacked at a house party.

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How safe are breast implants?

It's a question that's surprisingly difficult to answer.

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Elton John halts concert due to pneumonia

The star, 72, sobs on stage as he loses his voice mid-way through a sold-out show in New Zealand.

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Late Ajer goal clinches Celtic victory at Aberdeen

Celtic stretch their winning run to nine games as Kristoffer Ajer's late winner earned Scottish Premiership victory against a battling Aberdeen.

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Caroline Flack: Laura Whitmore pays tribute to 'vivacious, loving' friend

Laura Whitmore also criticised trolls and tabloids, and appealed to listeners to "be kind" to others.

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Racing on a frozen lake as ice cracks below

Over three days, competitors from around the world travel 205km on Siberia's frozen Lake Baikal.

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Uganda's Queen of Katwe star Nikita Pearl Waligwa dies aged 15

The child actress in the 2016 Disney film about a Ugandan chess prodigy had a brain tumour.

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Budget may be delayed, says Transport Secretary Grant Shapps

Grant Shapps says the new chancellor, Rishi Sunak, needs "a few days to decide on the date".

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Australia fires: Thousands in Sydney for Fight Fire Australia concert

Australians attend a huge benefit concert in Sydney aiming to raise millions for bushfire relief.

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Costa Rica makes biggest ever cocaine haul

Police found more than five tonnes of the illegal dug hidden in a shipment of flowers, officials say.

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Saturday, February 15, 2020

Flood defences in England get 1% of infrastructure spending

Nearly £5bn is due to be spent on flood defences in England up until 2026, government figures show.

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Caroline Flack: Love Island and TV stars pay tribute to presenter

Celebrities and ex-Love Island contestants are among those mourning Caroline Flack following her death aged 40.

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Flood fears as Storm Dennis continues to lash UK

Soldiers are sent to shore up defences in Yorkshire as experts warn floods could be worse than Ciara.

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Coronavirus: Couple quarantined on cruise ship criticise UK government

David Abel and his wife, Sally, accuse the UK government of ignoring their pleas for help.

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Coronavirus: China announces drop in new cases for third straight day

Foreign minister Wang Yi said the fall showed the outbreak was being managed effectively.

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The monk saving Timbuktu's treasures

Why is a Benedictine monk travelling to Mali to save Islamic texts?

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Young onset Parkinson's disease surgery gives Luton man 'lifeline'

The disease, which normally affects people later in life, forced Ryan to make a "scary" decision.

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Why the world needs 'Instagrans'

A new generation of influencers are making their mark on social media.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'wooden'

Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "wooden".

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Gavin & Stacey: An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the Christmas finale

BBC News goes behind the scenes during the filming of final ever episode and speaks to the whole cast. from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/n...