Saturday, July 31, 2021

Worthington wins gold & GB swimmers make history - day nine so far

Charlotte Worthington wins a dramatic BMX park freestyle Olympic gold as Great Britain's swimmers complete historic Games.

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Turkey: Foreign tourists evacuated as wildfires threaten resorts

Coastguard vessels and private boats have brought holidaymakers to safety, as the death toll rises.

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Simone Biles withdraws from floor final at Tokyo Olympics

American Simone Biles withdraws from the floor final but is yet to make a decision on whether to compete on beam.

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Tokyo Olympics: GB's Charlotte Worthington wins BMX freestyle gold in dramatic final

Watch the dramatic closing stages of the BMX freestyle final as Charlotte Worthington narrowly beats USA's Hannah Roberts to wins gold at Tokyo 2020.

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Tokyo Olympics: Charlotte Worthington wins BMX freestyle gold for Great Britain

Great Britain's Charlotte Worthington wins a thrilling gold in the women's BMX park freestyle Olympic final.

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Anti-eviction lawmaker camps overnight on US Capitol steps

Cori Bush fears millions of US tenants could be at risk if an eviction freeze is allowed to expire.

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GB win record eighth swimming medal, Scott becomes most decorated British Olympian

Great Britain wins a record eighth swimming medal in Tokyo while Duncan Scott becomes the most decorated British Olympian at a Games after silver in the men's 4x100m medley relay.

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Taxi and food discounts offer to boost youth jabs

The government's latest vaccine drive comes as 67% of 18 to 29-year-olds in England have had a first jab.

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Covid: One in five firms plan job cuts as furlough tapers - survey

From Sunday, government payments reduce to 60% towards salaries, with employers paying 20%.

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‘Lenders won’t touch us - my home’s worth nothing'

Campaigners say government attempts to unlock parts of the property market paralysed by the cladding crisis have stalled.

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Heatwave risk from plans to convert shops to homes

Turning more commercial property into homes raises fears of sub-standard conditions, says a report.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'making tracks'

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

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The autistic-friendly toy shop: 'We have got this'

Retail worker Romilly, who is autistic, wants to create a comfortable space for other autistic people to shop in.

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The X Factor: What became of the star-making hit show?

How the show that once topped viewing figures, and created big stars appears to have run its course.

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Yami "Rowdy" Lofvenberg: The top hip-hop dancer who can’t count the beats

Dancer Yami "Rowdy" Lofvenberg was labelled "stupid" at school. Now she has returned to education - as a lecturer.

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The perfect storm striking World of Warcraft

All of a sudden, WoW players are in revolt, and its competitors are having a boom.

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Nairobi - the centre of East Africa's thriving arts scene

Artists from across East Africa have converged on Kenya's capital, creating a vibrant scene.

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The Papers: 'Kebabs for jabs' and 'baby no 2' for PM and Carrie

Several papers report that Boris Johnson and wife Carrie are expecting their second child together.

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Friday, July 30, 2021

Donald Trump ordered to hand over tax returns to Congress

The ruling is a big legal blow to the ex-president, who has not publicly disclosed his tax returns.

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Tokyo Olympics: GB win gold in the 4x100m mixed medley relay in world record time

Watch as Britain's Kathleen Dawson, Adam Peaty, James Guy and Anna Hopkin win mixed relay gold in a new world record time at Tokyo 2020.

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Simone Biles: Tokyo Olympics gymnast withdraws from two more events

American Simone Biles pulls out of the vault and uneven bars gymnastics finals at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

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Imelda Staunton pictured as Queen in Netflix's The Crown for first time

Staunton takes on the role played by Claire Foy and Olivia Colman for the drama's fifth series.

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Home car charger owners urged to install updates

Security vulnerabilities in two domestic electric car chargers were discovered by researchers.

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Owners of home car chargers urged to install updates

Security vulnerabilities in two domestic electric car chargers have been discovered by researchers.

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'Bennerley Viaduct has Facebook followers in Germany'

The Victorian rail bridge was almost demolished but now has fans all over the world.

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Week in pictures: 24-30 July 2021

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

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‘If only I’d found out earlier I had pelvic congestion syndrome’

Sophie Robehmed suffered from back and stomach pains for years before being diagnosed with PCS.

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Employee shortages: Where have all the workers gone?

From hospitality to road haulage, firms say they can't get staff. So are employees now calling the shots?

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Elon Musk: 'I don't want to be CEO of anything'

Elon Musk reiterated on Friday that he doesn't want to be Space X or Tesla boss. What's going on?

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Guli Frances-Dehqhani: The bishop tackling England's housing crisis

The Church of England owns a lot of land - Guli Frances-Dehqhani wants to use it for the common good.

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Mitholz - the tranquil Swiss village facing a time bomb

More than 60 years after a deadly explosion ruined Mitholz, the village remains under threat.

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Nigeria's kidnap crisis: 'I saw my two-year-old carried by a man with a gun'

Parents of schoolchildren abducted in Nigeria describe their trauma, and dilemma over the ransom demands.

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Brownlee finally claims Olympic gold as GB win triathlon mixed relay

Great Britain's Jessica Learmonth, Jonny Brownlee, Georgia Taylor-Brown and Alex Yee produce a superb performance to win gold in the first Olympic triathlon mixed relay.

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From Afghan interpreter to US homeless - until reaching the American dream

Thousands of Afghan interpreters have waited years to flee to the US. Arriving is a different story.

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KT Tunstall on her show-halting hearing loss

The singer-songwriter has put her touring plans on hold over concerns she could become completely deaf.

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The Papers: Summer breaks in Europe on 'brink' and 'hols hell'

Several of Saturday's front pages carry fears that Spain could be added to the UK's amber plus list.

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Dorset photographer shoots Star Wars Lego in cinematic style

A 34-year-old Dorset photographer is recreating cinematic sci-fi scenes using his Star Wars Lego kits.

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The man who 'killed' Pluto

How Mike Brown’s discovery of a larger object threatened Pluto’s 75-year status as a planet

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Tokyo Olympics: Declan Brooks 'won't ever get over' double-backflip BMX crash

Declan Brooks was knocked unconscious in a crash that almost cost him his BMX place at Tokyo.

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'Covid vaccine scammers nearly got me'

Sioban Moore escaped disaster by a whisker after receiving a fake email inviting her for a jab.

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Storm Evert: Falling tree injures women at party as winds rage

The pair, in their 20s, were believed to have been at an outdoor party when the tree collapsed.

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Thursday, July 29, 2021

US sailor charged over massive USS Bonhomme warship blaze in 2020

More than 60 people were injured, and the $1bn USS Bonhomme Richard had to be scrapped.

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'I was asked how often I use the toilet'

Disabled jobseekers have to overcome too many barriers, MPs say.

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Coronavirus: Israel to give third jab to people aged over 60

It will be the first country to offer such a Covid booster amid a recent surge in infections.

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Covid in Wales: Self-isolation rules to ease for double jabbed

Fully vaccinated contacts of positive Covid cases will not have to isolate from 7 August.

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Olympics: The hidden sight of Tokyo's homeless

For many among Tokyo's homeless community the Olympics are far from a cause for celebration.

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Rapper ENNY talks sexual consent in latest track

The rising south London rapper talks about art imitating life in her new single.

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Cheerleader Sarah Frei's fight back after having both legs amputated

A drunk driver changed teenager Sarah Frei’s life, but a year on, she’s determined to stay positive.

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‘I'm black, my partner's white - stop asking me if this is my baby’

When Ena Miller had a baby, she was unprepared for the constant comments about her daughter's skin tone.

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China warns UK as carrier strike group approaches

A fleet of British ships is currently sailing through the South China Sea en route to Japan.

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The Strokes debut Is This It at 20: Nudes, booze and 9/11

How the New York City band's 2001 debut album heralded "a new spirit in guitar music".

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Dressage: How to make a horse dance

For some, it's an oddity to watch only at the Olympics... for others, it's a lifetime of training.

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The seaweed farmers with high hopes for their harvest

Kelp grown off the coast of the Isle of Skye could be used in food, packaging and cosmetic products.

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The fungus and bacteria tackling plastic waste

Bacteria, fungus and enzymes can all digest plastic, but can they work at a useful commercial scale?

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Covid and a coup: The double crisis pushing Myanmar to the brink

A surge in virus cases has dealt a fresh blow to a country already dealing with military coup.

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Pregnant women urged to get jab as majority unvaccinated

Estimates suggest that hundreds of thousands of pregnant women in England have not yet had the vaccine.

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Migrant women and babies held in shocking conditions, MPs find

A group of MPs describes scenes at a Dover asylum unit as "wholly inappropriate" and a Covid risk.

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Dairy giant Arla says driver crisis hitting milk supply

Supermarket supplier Arla Foods says a lorry driver shortage has forced it to cut deliveries by up to 25%.

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Empty shop numbers rise as Covid continues to bite

The number of vacant shops continues to rise after a year of lockdowns, the BRC says.

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The Papers: 'No jab, no job' threat and 'red alert' for travel

The papers cover concerns about compulsory vaccination at work and possible changes to travel rules.

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Settlement in Canadian wrong sperm lawsuit

Former fertility doctor Norman Barwin used his own or unknown sperm to impregnate patients.

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Amazon predicts slower sales growth as Covid boost eases

The tech giant says third quarter sales growth will be slower as customers return to physical shops.

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Bumble to give staff unlimited paid leave

The dating app's policy is subject to manager approval and comes after the firm shut down for a week.

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Disease killing 'Europe's oldest' elm tree

Believed to almost 800 years old, the Beauly elm has been laser scanned as part of work to document it.

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Medal misses in rowing and swimming - what's happened so far on day six?

Day six of Tokyo 2020 has brought two more fourth-place finishes for Team GB in rowing, while swimmer James Wilby finishes sixth in the 200m breaststroke.

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Outspoken billionaire Sun Dawu jailed for 18 years in China

Sun Dawu has in the past been vocal in criticising authorities and has spoken out about human rights.

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Arthur: Popular children's show to end after 25 years

US public broadcaster PBS confirmed the final episode will air in winter 2022.

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Tokyo Olympics: USA's Caeleb Dressel breaks Olympics record to win 100m freestyle

Watch as USA swimmer Caeleb Dressel wins the 100m freestyle to claim his second gold at the Tokyo Olympics.

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Tokyo Olympics: Emily Craig and Imogen Grant miss out on lightweight double sculls medal

Watch as Emily Craig and Imogen Grant miss out on a lightweight double sculls medal by just 0.01 seconds at the Tokyo Olympics.

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UK already undergoing disruptive climate change

Last year was the third warmest, fifth wettest and eight sunniest on record in the UK, scientists warn.

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Fresh warning over rip-off locator forms on Google

'Devious' sites which charge money for a free passenger locator form top search engine results.

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Google workers will need Covid jabs to return to office

The search engine says it will roll the policy out globally across its offices in the coming months.

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Covid vaccines: Tourists head to the US to get vaccinated

Some tourists are spending thousands of dollars to travel to the US to get a coronavirus vaccine.

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Mikey Poulli: The young blind footballer backed by star players

Mikey Poulli, who lost his sight due to a rare degenerative condition, dreams of playing for England.

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Pingdemic: Bar staff being told to delete NHS app

One in five hospitality workers are isolating, and some are being told to delete the NHS Covid app.

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H.E.R. on shedding her anonymity and conquering R&B

For years the singer stayed in the shadows but after Grammy and Oscar wins she's ready to be seen.

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Gaza photographer hopes digital art boom can help raise aid money

A Palestinian photographer wants to help children by selling an image from May's conflict.

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South Africa riots: The inside story of Durban's week of anarchy

The worst unrest since white-minority rule ended has left deep scars, especially in the coastal city of Durban.

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Music industry turns to livestreaming to boost revenue

Festivals, DJs and musicians are all using new tech to entertain fans and make money during Covid.

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My Money: 'I had forgotten how it all adds up'

Marketeer Toni says being able to socialise more and meet colleagues is pushing her spending higher.

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Glover & Swann miss out on medal in Olympic women's pair

Helen Glover's return to rowing does not have a fairytale finish as the mother-of-three and Polly Swann finish fourth in the Olympic women's pair.

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Covid: Furlough scheme set to wind down further

Employers will have to contribute more to the job support scheme before it is phased out in September.

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Richer parents pressured teachers on exam grades

"Sharp-elbowed" parents have been chasing better grades in this year's replacement exams, says study.

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Car production hit by 'pingdemic' and global chip shortage

The UK industry says the demand is there but it is "desperately trying to get back to full capacity".

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'Reckless' to scrap BTecs, educators warn

The government is urged to rethink its plans to introduce new technical qualifications in England.

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The Papers: Travel 'hope' and 'health risk' over quarantine end

The papers cover the impact of the decision to ease quarantine for vaccinated US and EU travellers.

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Activision Blizzard staff walk out over harassment claims

Employees of the company behind Call of Duty are angry over allegations of sexism and harassment.

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Tokyo Olympics: Team GB miss out on rowing men's four medal with dramatic steering issues

Team GB miss out on a medal in the men's four final after some dramatic steering issues almost cause a crash at the Tokyo Olympics.

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Tokyo Olympics: Team GB claim silver in men's quadruple sculls final

Team GB claim their first ever Olympic medal in the men's quadruple sculls with silver at Tokyo 2020.

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Canadian police reveal decade-long Manitoba residential school inquiry

Police are investigating abuse claims at a former school that sought to assimilate indigenous children.

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Tokyo Olympics: Great Britain rowers win silver in men's quadruple sculls

Britain's rowers win their first Olympic medal in the men's quadruple sculls as Harry Leask, Angus Groom, Tom Barras and Jack Beaumont claim silver at Tokyo 2020.

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Electric car charging prices 'must be fair' say MPs

Consumers should not have to pay excessive prices to use public car charging, MPs say.

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Gilgamesh tablet: US authorities take ownership of artefact

The Gilgamesh Dream Tablet was imported illegally into the US before being bought by Hobby Lobby.

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What happens to British ships when satellites don't work?

The Royal Navy and merchant fleet have no back-up if navigation systems are disrupted, experts warn.

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The black immigrant who challenged US segregation - nearly 190 years ago

A black Brazilian immigrant was the first person in US history to challenge segregation in a courtroom

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CEO Secrets: The son who hired his father and sister

Ross Testa explains why he hired his sister and then his father for his social media business.

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Capitol riot: Policeman tells 6 January hearing he feared he would die

Officers on duty when Trump supporters stormed the US Capitol give tearful testimony at an inquiry.

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'Transformative' disability plan to be unveiled

A £1.6bn strategy aimed at improving the lives of disabled people is to be set out by the government.

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Chronic health issues for third in late 40s - study

About one in three has problems such as high blood pressure and mental ill health, a study suggests.

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Joey Jordison: Slipknot founding drummer dies aged 46

Jordison was a founding member of the heavy metal band, and remained the group's drummer until 2013.

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The Papers: UK 'reopens to world' and 'betrayed' kids in care

A quarantine waiver for EU and US travellers and a cover-up in social care lead the front pages.

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Lebanon’s descent into darkness

The country's economic crisis has forced some families to move into refugee camps to survive.

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Roma student: 'My only goal is to finish school'

How one school in Croatia is working to improve education opportunities for Roma children like Kristina.

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US sells unique Wu-Tang Clan album seized from 'pharma bro' Martin Shkreli

The album was handed over as part of a $7.4m deal with a notorious former drug firm executive.

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'Luxury' race will be among most expensive on earth

A four-day ultramarathon covering 120 miles on the west coast of Scotland will cost £15,499 to enter.

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Scottish boy plucked from obscurity stars in Indian film Mimi on Netflix

Three-year-old Jacob Smith of Aberdeen was plucked from obscurity on holiday and cast with Kriti Sanon in Mimi.

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Coronavirus: Four numbers that reveal the real trends

Does a week of falling case numbers mean we're close to the end?

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Zimbabwean with football dreams to be kicked out of UK

Christopher Arundell grew up in the UK but after doing time in jail is being deported to Zimbabwe.

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Fully-jabbed from EU and US could avoid quarantine

Senior cabinet ministers are due to discuss the move for arrivals to England in a meeting on Wednesday.

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Murder investigation after child dies in Ardoyne

Emergency services were called to a house in Brompton Park shortly after a quarter past eight on Tuesday evening.

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Monday, July 26, 2021

North and South Korea restore communication hotline

The two countries have not spoke since Pyongyang cut off all channels of communication last year.

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Boris Johnson pledges to target drug abuse in anti-crime push

More local officers and tagging of ex-prisoners are also promised, but police demand extra funding.

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Stealthing: 'I didn't realise it's rape until it happened to me'

Two women share their experiences of non-consensual condom removal during sex.

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Extreme weather: What causes flash flooding?

Cities across the world are at risk of extreme rainfall overwhelming their streets

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Can better tech make video meetings less excruciating?

Technology firms are scrambling to add new features but will video calls improve.

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Kenyans sue the British army over fire at wildlife sanctuary

Some 1,000 people are going to court after a fire destroyed 12,000 acres of land at a wildlife sanctuary.

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How Amy Winehouse's legacy is helping women in addiction recovery

Amy's Place provides safe housing for women when they leave rehab to help them live independently.

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John Stonehouse: Bizarre tale of the MP who faked his own death

Was John Stonehouse a spy who betrayed his country? Or a naive and broken man? James Naughtie investigates.

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Mapping the advance of the Taliban in Afghanistan

Maps of Afghanistan showing who controls districts in fighting between the government and Taliban.

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MPs call for national register of home-educated children

They say the government must "get a grip" on the number of children taught at home in England.

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House prices at new high as buyers seek more space

Strong demand for houses will last into 2022 as buyers react to the pandemic, says property website Zoopla.

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Thomas Barrack: Top Trump aide pleads not guilty to working as foreign agent

Thomas Barrack has been accused of lobbying the US government on behalf of the United Arab Emirates.

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The Papers: 'Pure gold' at Olympics and tags for burglars plan

The papers cover the UK's gold medals in Tokyo and government plans for a "crackdown" on crime.

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Brazil: Why are so many pregnant women dying from Covid?

One in five women that died from coronavirus in Brazil didn't have access to an intensive care unit.

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Parkour athlete: 'She wants to be a doctor so she can fix me'

Luke Callinan, 35, has been diagnosed with a rare form of multiple sclerosis.

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Archibald Prize: 100 years of Australia's top portrait honour

Over 100 years, the Archibald Prize has become better at reflecting Australian diversity.

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Hemingway 'lookalike' chosen in Florida contest

A 63-year-old won the Key West, Florida contest for his likeness to the award-winning author.

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Surfside tower collapse: Final victim identified from rubble

The family of Estelle Hedaya say they have confirmation she is the 98th victim of the Surfside disaster.

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Bezos' $2bn offer to get back in race to the Moon

The billionaire offers to pay $2bn in Nasa costs to be reconsidered for a key Moon lander contract.

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Mum hit by car at Denbighshire festival as daughter, 2, 'thrown to safety'

Jenna O'Neill suffered serious injuries but praises "hero husband for saving" daughter Ayla.

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Tesla profit surge driven by record car deliveries

The electric carmaker's revenues nearly doubled in the three months to 30 June compared with last year.

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Shetland fires 'should act as warning to modular building industry'

Two devastating fires involved buildings made from factory-built units brought up to islands by sea.

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German lawyers wrangle over pensioner's WW2 tank in basement

The 84-year-old kept the vehicle in his basement, along with an anti-aircraft gun and a torpedo.

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Sunday, July 25, 2021

Team GB's first gold and a second silver - what's happened so far on day three?

It's day three of the Tokyo Olympics, where Adam Peaty has won Team GB's first gold medal of the Games.

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Migrant boats getting bigger, says Home Office

Some 378 people crossed the Channel on Sunday, after record numbers made the journey last month.

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New Zealand to allow IS-linked mother to be repatriated

Permission for a mother and her children to travel was not taken lightly, NZ prime minister says.

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Tokyo Olympics: Naomi Osaka, Garbine Muguruza, Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova into third round of women's singles

Japan's Naomi Osaka cruises into the third round of the Tokyo Olympics women's singles with a 65-minute victory over Viktorija Golubic.

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Adam Peaty: Watch emotional interview with Team GB gold medal winner at Tokyo Olympics

Watch Adam Peaty react to wining his second Olympic gold with victory in the 100m breaststroke at Tokyo 2020.

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Peaty writes his name into history books

Adam Peaty writes his name into the history books once again as he wins 100m breaststroke gold in Tokyo to become the first British swimmer to defend his Olympic title.

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Scottish climber Rick Allen dies in K2 avalanche

The 68-year-old was attempting a new route on the world's second highest mountain.

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Adam Peaty: Team GB star wins 100m breaststroke gold at Tokyo Olympics

Watch Adam Peaty create history by becoming the first British swimmer to retain an Olympic title with gold in the 100m breaststroke at Tokyo 2020.

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Tunisia PM sacked after violent Covid protests

Protesters clashed with police as they demanded the government be dismissed over Covid failings.

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Tokyo Olympics: Great Britain beat Canada convincingly in opening rugby sevens match

Great Britain's men begin their rugby sevens campaign with a convincing 24-0 win over Canada at the Tokyo Olympics.

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Senior doctors in England to be consulted on NHS pay offer

The BMA doctors' union says the 3% pay rise offer for NHS staff in England is "bitterly disappointing".

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Deadly street protests over Iran water shortages

Khuzestan is one of the country's hottest regions, where temperatures can reach 50C.

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The new surgical tool inspired by a wasp

The device avoids clogging by using friction instead of suction, similar to the way a parasitoid wasp lays its eggs.

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The repair team preserving an 18th Century home

Meet the people who work to keep Dennis Severs' 18th Century house in Spitalfields open.

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The repair shop trying to fix throwaway culture

A social enterprise has opened up shop in Glasgow to encourage communities to repair and reuse their possessions.

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Afrobeats in Japan: British-Nigerian hip hop dancer teaching children how to dance

Yinka Oshiletu, a British-Nigerian hip hop dancer is bringing Afrobeats sounds to Japan's young dancers.

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Could Covid vaccine be taken as a pill?

Researchers are looking at easier ways for people to get the vaccine, including via inhalers and tablets.

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Tokyo Olympics: One athlete braved sharks and crocodiles

Training for the Olympics can be a full-time job but Jo Brigden-Jones has combined it with much more.

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Why remote working leaves us vulnerable to cyber-attacks

Experts warn working from home has led to complacency over security protocols

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Covid-19: Recent claims about cremations and vaccines fact-checked

Debunking claims shared widely on social media about cremations in the UK and US vaccine statistics.

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Climate change: Researchers begin discussions on vital report

A two-week virtual negotiation begins on the most critical climate change report since 2013.

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The Papers: Cases fall as jabs 'turn tide' and unions fight testing plan

A sustained fall in UK cases for the first time out of lockdown is among the stories leading the papers.

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Speakers' Corner: Woman attacked with knife

The 39-year-old was taken to hospital after the attack in London's Hyde Park, police say.

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Football manager Joey Barton charged with attacking woman

The former Premier League player is charged by police after an incident in London.

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Climate change: Hebden Bridge boy, 11, starts 200 mile walk

Jude will walk 10 miles each day for 21 days to reach Westminster, where he will lobby ministers.

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Sajid Javid apologises for 'cower' Covid remark

The health secretary says he used a poor choice of word in a tweet, after criticism from victims' group.

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Tokyo Olympics: Rowing races postponed due to weather and tennis heat policy activated

Tokyo 2020 Olympics organisers have cancelled two days of rowing with adverse weather conditions expected to hit Japan's capital.

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Saturday, July 24, 2021

Unesco World Heritage: Wales' slate landscape bid for honour

Slate from north-west Wales "roofed the 19th Century world" as it was exported around the globe.

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Covid-19: Covid cost to last for 'decades' - and is UK a variant breeding ground?

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

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Andy Murray withdraws from Olympics singles

Andy Murray withdraws from the men's singles at the Tokyo Olympics with a minor thigh strain.

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Sajid Javid criticised for 'cower' Covid remark

Opposition MPs and a victims' group founder criticise the health secretary's "insensitive comments".

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Serial killer on death row Rodney Alcala dies of natural causes

Infamous "Dating Game Killer" Rodney Alcala was sentenced in 2010 for murdering women in California.

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Taxpayers to bear Covid cost for decades to come, say MPs

UK national debt has increased to more than £2.2 trillion during the pandemic, almost 100% of GDP.

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The experiences replacing closed High Street stores

Go-karts, bowling alleys and eateries have taken the place of closed retailers on the High Street.

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Female military staff denied justice by inadequate system - MPs

A landmark report says serious sexual assault and rape cases should be tried in civilian courts.

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R. Kelly accused of abusing teenage boy he met in McDonald's

The R&B star had sexual contact with a 17-year-old he met in McDonald's, prosecutors claim.

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From lockdown animations to Snoop Dogg music video

After his homemade animations went viral, Snoop Dogg asked Peter Quinn to direct his new video.

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Tokyo Olympics: The youngest athletes, past and present

GB skateboarder Sky Brown is 13 years old, but there have been even younger in the history of the Games.

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The battle for Indonesia's Gold Island

There are fears that a mine will threaten Sangihe island's ancient forests and local water supply.

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Goole WW2 bomb: Army experts carry out controlled explosion

A live Word War Two bomb, unearthed by builders on a housing development, has been destroyed in a controlled explosion.

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'You'd walk out if your husband hit you - you can't when it's your child'

Parenting a violent child is a traumatic experience, and one that is often hidden from view.

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The YouTubers who blew the whistle on an anti-vax plot

A mysterious marketing agency secretly offered to pay social media stars to spread disinformation about Covid-19 vaccines

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Excitement over wooden shipwreck found in Antigua's seabed

Historians believe the wreck found in Antigua to be the 1762 Beaumont, a French merchant ship.

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Great Yarmouth: 'This town got stuck in time but now I'm loving it'

Great Yarmouth is turning its fortunes round with an increase in visitors and several big projects.

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LA man who mocked Covid-19 vaccines dies of virus

Stephen Harmon, who opposed getting vaccinated, has died after a month-long struggle with the virus.

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The Papers: Double jab for football and PM's crime 'blitz'

A government plan for vaccine passports to attend football matches is among the front-page stories.

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Tributes to Stoke-on-Trent man who died on trip to beach

The family of 21-year-old Hamza Mansoor have thanked "all the heroes" who tried to save him.

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The young imam using Instagram to change opinions

Sabah Ahmedi wants to show imams can "have a laugh", have "a bit of banter" and "wear colourful socks".

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Friday, July 23, 2021

Surfside tower collapse: Search for bodies concludes

Firefighters say their search is over, a month after the building collapsed, with 97 confirmed dead.

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Covid-19: More testing sites and PM faces isolation pressure

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday evening.

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Covid-19: Sadiq Khan urges PM to change isolation rules earlier

Fully vaccinated people should avoid quarantine now by testing daily, the Mayor of London says.

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Baby orca, Toa, dies in New Zealand after failed search for mother

Toa, a killer whale stranded from his family, had washed ashore on the New Zealand coast.

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Covid-19: More testing sites for key workers to avoid isolation in England

Police, transport, freight and fire workers will be able to join the daily contact testing scheme.

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Covid-19: Air travel takes off on busiest weekend since pandemic

As school holidays begin for many, the airline industry says tens of thousands are flying abroad.

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Latitude festival: Magical, emotional... and a little bit frightening

Bands and fans describe the atmosphere at the UK's first full-capacity festival in the UK since 2019.

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Scarborough hotel owner couple helping homeless people

Jess and Andrew Waggitt opened their doors to vulnerable people during the pandemic and continue to do so.

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Tips from the Netherlands on how to build a nation of cyclists

Some tips from the Dutch Cycling Embassy on how to make bikes the easiest and safest way to travel.

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'People have never seen anything like this before'

Live-streamed footage of a family of blue tits has had more than 41m views online.

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Week in pictures: 17-23 July 2021

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

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Covid: The holiday makers having to self-isolate abroad

Some holidaymakers who tested positive for Covid while abroad are having to stay and self-isolate.

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Covid vaccines: Why a giant plastic bag shortage is slowing the rollout

A look at the critical vaccine components in short supply, as a new global marketplace is launched to tackle bottlenecks.

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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: What's stopping aid getting in?

A renewed surge in fighting has made it ever more difficult for aid to reach areas in desperate need.

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Escape to Victory: The Ipswich footballers who made a cult classic

How did a group of Ipswich Town players end up starring in a film with Pele, Stallone and Caine?

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Clubbing and Covid passports: 'Protect vulnerable people' or 'against civil liberties'?

Radio 1 Newsbeat chats to clubbers about having to have two jabs to go clubbing.

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Face palm: When the emoji you want doesn't exist

There are about 3,000 emojis to choose from but what happens when the one you want isn't there?

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China imposes sanctions on US officials

The sanctions are in response to recent US sanctions on Chinese officials in Hong Kong.

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Covid: Food exemption scheme delayed until Monday

Iceland warns the move will not solve the issue of staff shortages in supermarkets themselves.

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Jeff Bezos and Sir Richard Branson not yet astronauts, US says

The US government has tightened rules on which space-goers can claim their astronaut wings.

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Newspaper headlines: Pingdemic 'to last weeks' and healthy 'rewards' planned

Several of Saturday's papers also carry images of the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympic Games.

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Thursday, July 22, 2021

Government rules out searching Matt Hancock's private emails

Matt Hancock was among four ministers who used their personal email accounts for official business.

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The refugee athlete who lost his mum to Covid

Abdullah Sediqi, 24, is competing at the Tokyo Games in her honour.

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Climate change, a coalmine and a town that needs jobs

In Cumbria, environmental concerns come into conflict with economic hopes.

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Daily contact testing in schools cuts absences, study finds

A study in 200 English secondary schools and colleges found very few infections in close contacts of cases.

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Covid vaccine: Eight-week gap seen as sweet spot for Pfizer jab antibodies

Spacing out doses boosts antibody levels, say researchers - who suggest eight weeks as the "sweet spot"

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Washington shooting: Gunman opens fire outside restaurant

It comes as gun violence is on the rise in Washington DC and other American cities.

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Child winter respiratory illness on rise in summer

Parents are warned to look out for signs of RSV, after lockdown disrupted its normal winter spread.

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Road planners 'can ignore climate change'

Government guidelines mean road planners can effectively ignore climate change, campaigners say.

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Racism probe as 'bananas thrown at Cardiff City academy players'

Probe as former Cardiff City youth team footballer says he and a team-mate were racially abused.

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'Ghost school' with no students for a second year

English language schools warn they are on the "brink of collapse" after two summers without students.

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Extreme Heat: NI temperature record broken for third time in a week

A weather station in the city of Armagh recorded a high of 31.4 C on Thursday afternoon.

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Fashion for Crocs continues to break records

The chunky shoe's sales nearly doubled in the three months to the end of June compared with last year.

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Amy Winehouse: Could there be new music on the way?

Ten years after her death, Amy's parents say they want fans to hear CDs of her unreleased material.

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Tusker Rock's shipwrecks graveyard captured in art project

Photographer Peter Britton wants his project to stand as a legacy to those lost to Tusker Rock.

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The cost of hosting the Olympics

Holding the world's biggest sporting event comes with a hefty price tag

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Parents' fears over sexting and abuse among teenagers

A mother and a father reveal their shock at learning of their children's experiences of online sex.

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Wuhan virus: Was US money used to fund risky research in China?

What's the row about virus research in China between a prominent Republican and Dr Anthony Fauci?

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What does a future-proofed home look like?

The technology exists to make homes more resilient to extreme weather, but it can be expensive.

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Trading sex for cosmetic surgery in Mexico's narco capital

The influence of narcos has caused many women to undergo cosmetic surgery in Mexico's Sinaloa state.

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Tokyo Olympics: Japanese artists reimagine countries as anime samurai

The creators have used the flags of competing nations as inspiration to design Japanese warriors.

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Coronavirus: Italy brings in Covid certificate amid spike in infections

All those aged 12 and over with at least one jab will be able to access bars, cinemas and gyms.

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The Papers: 'Ping peril' and pupils isolating 'needless'

Concerns over workers and school children being told to isolate continue to dominate the front pages.

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'Serious' crash as car hits people outside Pontyclun pub

Six people have been taken to hospital in what police have described as a "critical incident".

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Nurses may consider industrial action over 3% NHS pay rise, union says

The Royal College of Nursing says members are "angry and upset" about the size of the increase.

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China floods: People unite on social media to help flood victims

China's Weibo platform became an online space connecting people seeking help with rescue teams.

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Eating disorders: Number of under-20s in hospital up 50%

Admissions soared during the pandemic, and NHS bosses warn they are running out of beds.

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Charity, dating and pet spending booms, says Nationwide

People have been spending more on non-essentials as Covid restrictions ease, Nationwide says.

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Sport is 'marking its own homework' on athletes' brain injuries, say MPs

There has been little effort to protect athletes or track concussion problems, an MPs' inquiry says.

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Stinky Bay? Local names added to map to aid coastal rescue

Local names for coastal places are added to OS maps to help rescuers locate those in need.

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Lone women in Covid quarantine hotels to get female guards

The government is responding to continuing complaints of sexual harassment in hotel quarantine.

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Halima Aden and Tommy Hilfiger: ‘It’s not just about diverse catwalks’

The world’s first hijab-wearing supermodel talks to fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger about why she quit the industry.

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The jungle-trekking Covid vaccinators helping to protect remote Indian villages.

Latgam Singpu and his team use rope bridges, school buses and incentives to reach remote villages

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'I survived Norway's worst terror attack'

Lisa Husby recalls hiding in fear as far-right extremist Anders Breivik went on a killing spree in a summer camp for young activists on Utøya island on 22 July 2011.

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Tokyo 2020: Travelling to an Olympic Games like no other

The BBC's Mariko Oi reflects on her personal experience of covering the Games during a global pandemic.

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'I thought rape isn't something that happens to men'

Support charities say male victims of sexual assault sometimes feel their experiences don't count.

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Anne-Marie: I've always loved the idea of revenge

The pop star on beating anxiety, growing bored of her biggest song, and her revenge fantasies.

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Covid: Where and why is the US vaccine rollout slowing down?

Vaccinations in the US are slowing as infections rise - we've looked at where and why this is happening.

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Soldier statue reignites Spanish row over fascism

Spain's legionnaires symbolised fascism, but Madrid may soon have a statue honouring them.

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How global conferences are using tech to stay in business

Moving events online kept the industry going during the pandemic and now they're here to stay.

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Benin Bronzes: Nigeria dispute jeopardises return of artefacts

Several museums in Europe have talked of returning the looted artefacts - but where will they be housed in Nigeria?

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Tokyo 2020 Olympics: India's top medal contenders

India sends its largest ever contingent to the Tokyo Olympics in the hope of bettering its medals tally.

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Self-isolation hits bin collections across country

Campaigners are worried fly-tipping will increase as people struggle to get rid of waste.

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Argentina introduces new ID cards for non-binary people

Under the new system, residents can select 'x' as their gender on passports and national ID cards.

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US firefighters battle blaze from top of moving train

Officials in California are pulling out all the stops to contain the state's largest wildfire.

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Nord Stream 2: US and Germany reach deal on controversial Russian gas pipeline

The US says the agreement prevents Russia from using the pipeline as a political weapon over Europe.

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The Papers: 'Pingdemic' hits supermarkets and NHS pay 'insult'

The front pages focus on the impact of isolating staff on shops and the 3% pay rise offer for NHS staff.

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

Seaside poor health overlooked, warns Whitty

Bad housing and deprivation are a toxic mix for health, says England's chief medical officer.

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Nigeria secures release of 100 kidnapped mothers and children

The group, most of them women and children, were kidnapped last month in Nigeria's Zamfara state.

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Covid: France rolls out health pass as cases soar

From Wednesday people will need proof of vaccination or a negative test to access some public places.

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Covid: Anger as half of Australians in lockdown again

Three states enforce stay-at-home orders, fuelling criticism of Australia's slow vaccination rate.

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Thomas Barrack: Top Trump aide accused of working as foreign agent

Thomas Barrack is alleged to have lobbied the US government on behalf of the United Arab Emirates.

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Cyber-flashing: 'I get explicit messages every day'

Influencer Elle Edwards lets us inside her DMs to show the extent of sexual abuse faced by women online.

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Meet Mick, Scarborough's 'fly-tipping hero'

Mick Couzens is working with different community groups and the council in Scarborough to tackle the problem head on.

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The battle for Indonesia's Gold Island

There are fears that a mine will threaten Sangihe island's ancient forests and local water supply.

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Tens of thousands of Jurassic fossils found at secret site

The fossils were originally uncovered by two hobby palaeontologists during lockdown.

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Cocaine in the UK: The DJ and friends helping addicts kick their 'beasts'

More people in the UK are taking cocaine. A DJ and ex-addict in Liverpool is helping them stop.

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Covid: What happens when people no longer have to wear masks?

Face coverings became optional in many settings in England on Monday - what's the evidence for them?

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Heatwaves: What do they do to the body and who is at risk?

What impact do high temperatures have on our bodies?

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Is there a solution to the hospitality staff crisis?

Aside from Covid and Brexit, are there other reasons for the shortage of hospitality workers?

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Darfur conflict's latest surge in violence displaces thousands

"I have cried so much, my eyes can barely see," one mother tells the BBC after seeing her brother die.

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Covid: The Mexican villages refusing to vaccinate

Take-up of the vaccine among indigenous towns in Chiapas state is as low as 2% in some areas.

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Lee Child: Why Forsyth's Day Of The Jackal was a game-changer for thrillers

The Jack Reacher novelist explains the huge influence of Frederick Forsyth's first thriller.

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E-scooter crash leaves girl, 3, seriously injured

A three-year-old is left with "life-changing" injuries from a collision with an e-scooter.

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American football star Tom Brady cracks election results joke at White House

The star quarterback shared a laugh with President Biden and said people "don't think we won" either.

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Netflix to include mobile games for subscribers

The firm said on Tuesday that the "time is right to learn more about how our members value games".

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Heatwave: People 'walking into A&E with life-threatening conditions'

One hospital boss says people with life-threatening conditions are walking into A&E.

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Diamonds swapped for pebbles in London gem heist

Gems worth £4.2m were allegedly swapped for pebbles at a Mayfair jewellers, a court hears.

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Strife-torn Haiti gets new prime minister

Ariel Henry's appointment comes nearly two weeks after President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated.

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The Papers: 'Gunboat diplomacy' and fears of new Covid rules

The front pages focus on migrant crossings and warnings new Covid restrictions may be needed in England.

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Premier League footballer held over child sex allegations

The Premier League player has since been bailed and suspended by his club while inquiries continue.

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Microsoft: Chinese authorities slam 'groundless' hacking claims

A group of Western countries had accused China of carrying out a major cyber-attack on the tech giant.

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Jeff Bezos to blast into space aboard New Shepard rocket ship

Billionaire Jeff Bezos will launch into space in the first crewed flight of his rocket ship.

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Covid: Vaccine passport plan for nightclubs 'concerning'

Manchester's night-time economy advisor brands the government's certification plan "discriminatory".

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How a football fan's collection of memorabilia is helping others

How a football fan's once-treasured collection is helping others to remember happier times.

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Channel crossings: 'We need a safe place'

A BBC team encounters some of the migrants trying to make the dangerous journey to England.

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Covid: Which children can have the vaccine in the UK?

Hundreds of thousands of under-18s will now be offered the jab in the UK - but not all. Here's why.

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Monday, July 19, 2021

Plans to modernise power of attorney system

People can put someone in charge of their affairs but the process is criticised for being slow to enact.

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Record 430 migrants cross English Channel in single day

Around 50 people were seen landing on a beach in Kent in a single dinghy.

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National Archive: Tony Blair did not approve Irish Famine statement, files show

Files show the former PM's private secretary wrote the message and could not reach him for approval.

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Pedro Castillo declared president-elect of Peru

The leftist candidate won the popular vote but had been accused of fraud by rival Keiko Fujimori.

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Tokyo Olympics: Athletes find new ways to train in lockdown

Participants in the upcoming Games have been going to unusual lengths to stay in shape under restrictions.

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First space tourist Dennis Tito: 'I was euphoric'

Dennis Tito paid $20 million to travel to the International Space Station in 2001.

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Can seaside town Scarborough's post-lockdown boom last?

The BBC's David Sillito visits his hometown of Scarborough, which is seeing a post-lockdown boom.

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The little tech firm gunning for an airspeed record

Electroflight has built the E-NXT which it hopes will break the electric airspeed record.

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Covid: Will lockdowm change England's new tech habits?

The pandemic brought about big changes in the way people use tech - the question is will they last?

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A weekend in America: Shootings in Washington spotlight growing problem

A stadium was sent into panic and a six-year-old was killed in two of the weekend's worst shootings.

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Covid: Ivermectin, milk among Indonesia's unproven cures

As Indonesia sees a surge fueled by the Delta variant, misleading health claims are spreading.

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David Cameron lacked judgement over Greensill, MPs' report says

David Cameron showed a lack of judgement when he informally lobbied on behalf of Greensill Capital, MPs say.

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Oregon Bootleg Fire: Evacuations as largest US fire burns 300,000 acres

The Bootleg Fire has burned an area larger than Los Angeles and forced thousands to evacuate.

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Writing fake online reviews could be made illegal

A plan to crack down on online rip-offs has been outlined by the government.

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Bristol Bisons gay rugby player allowed to stay in UK

Ken Macharia feared for his safety in Kenya, where homosexuality is illegal.

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The Papers: 'Free cheers' and the 'price of freedom'

As nightclubs reopen, the papers react to the news that vaccine passports will be required from autumn.

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Sunday, July 18, 2021

England should be favourites for T20 World Cup - Vaughan

England "have got absolutely everything covered" before the T20 World Cup this year, says former captain Michael Vaughan.

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Cavendish feels he is 'getting younger' after cementing status as Tour great

How Mark Cavendish rode into Tour de France history to share the stage win record with Eddy Merckx and to win the green jersey.

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Nightclubs reopening: The problems the industry faces because of Covid

Figures given to Radio 1 Newsbeat show a quarter of clubs have closed in the past six years.

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Katie Hopkins to be deported from Australia over quarantine rules

Katie Hopkins - a right-wing British commentator - bragged about plans to break isolation rules.

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Covid: Double-jabbed NHS staff could avoid isolation if service under pressure

Quarantine could end for fully-vaccinated health workers in England if services are under pressure.

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Kurt Westergaard, Danish cartoonist behind Muhammad cartoon, dies at 86

His 2005 drawing of the Prophet Muhammad sparked protests across the Muslim world.

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Esraa Abdel Fattah: Egyptian activist released from prison

Esraa Abdel Fattah earned the moniker "Facebook Girl" for her role in the 2011 revolution.

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Why I've hosted more than 30 refugees in my house

Karina Litvack has housed dozens of refugees in London since her daughters moved out.

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Lex Gillette: Record-breaking blind long jumper

With the support of his sighted guide, the four-time Paralympic medallist hopes to win gold in Tokyo.

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Covid: 'The shift to online has been life-changing'

Jase Puddicombe, 27, says the rise of digital services has improved access for disabled people.

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Protesting India farmers brave cold, heat and Covid

Seven months on, farmers are still striking against contentious new laws outside the national capital.

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Covid: Face mask rules relax but what do workers think?

It is no longer a legal requirement to wear a face covering in England, but some employees are nervous.

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How to cool your home in a warming world

Low-energy designs and technologies can keep homes comfortable, come rain or shine.

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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Unvaccinated patients with many regrets

The number of Covid patients in Bradford Royal Infirmary is rising sharply - and half are unvaccinated.

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Pegasus: Spyware sold to governments 'targets activists'

Israeli tech firm NSO denies media reports that its software has been sold to authoritarian regimes.

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Horse racing: Thousands of racehorses killed in slaughterhouses

Some horses once trained by some of racing’s top names are being slaughtered, BBC Panorama finds.

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Covid: Home-education numbers rise by 75%

"Covid anxiety" is among the explanations for the increasing popularity of out-of-school teaching.

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Covid: Global healthcare workers missing out on jabs

Campaigners say millions have not had even one vaccine dose, raising concerns for their communities.

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Covid: Restrictions ease as Scotland moves to level zero

The whole of Scotland has now moved to the lowest level of Covid regulations.

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The Papers: 'Freedom day farce' and PM's isolation 'flip flopping'

Monday's papers are dominated by the news the PM and chancellor are self-isolating ahead of the lifting of Covid rules in England.

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Olympics: Defying threats, Iranian athletes speak out to back ban

Olympics organisers are being urged to investigate allegations of threats, discrimination and abuse.

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Using plastic waste to help solve sand shortages

With construction sand in short supply crushed plastic is being used as an alternative.

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Thousands of orders cancelled after Ocado robot fire

The online grocer says the blaze was caused by a collision between robots at one of its warehouses.

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Europe floods: Residents return home to see damage inflicted

Resident in Kleivelderweg, deep inside the Dutch disaster zone, find homes and businesses destroyed.

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Euro 2020: Men sought over Wembley final disorder

Ten men are wanted in connection with disorder at the Euro 2020 final at Wembley, police say.

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Fit-again Jones and 'rough diamond' Simmonds to start? Dawson picks his Lions Test XV, vote for yours

Former British and Irish Lion Matt Dawson picks his starting XV for the first Test against South Africa on 24 July.

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'My daughter made me fall back in love with cycling after horrific Rio experience'

Lizzie Deignan says she is a "stronger" person ahead of the Tokyo Olympics, after a "horrific" experience at Rio 2016.

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Saturday, July 17, 2021

Two athletes test positive for Covid-19 at Olympic village

Two athletes become the first to test positive for coronavirus at the Tokyo Olympic athletes' village - five days before the start of the Games.

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Fresh tactics, England match-ups & breakout stars - why BBC Sport pundits are excited for The Hundred

James Anderson, Alex Hartley, Isa Guha and other BBC pundits explain what they're looking forward to seeing in The Hundred.

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Haiti: Wife of assassinated president returns from US after surviving attack

Wearing a bulletproof vest, Martine Moïse flew back from the US after being wounded in the attack.

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Covid: Ministers wait to hear if they face quarantine after Javid tests positive

Health Secretary Sajid Javid, who has tested positive for Covid, is isolating and working from home.

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Europe floods: Victims face massive clean-up as waters recede

Residents of the worst-affected areas struggle to recover from the devastation as flood waters recede.

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Moment New York mum saves five-year-old from kidnap

The mother pulled her son from a car after he was taken from her in broad daylight in the New York City.

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Abir Moussi: The Tunisian MP who was slapped but not beaten

Abir Moussi uses a megaphone in parliament and gets death threats but many say her voice is crucial.

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Covid: Vaccine offered to all UK adults, says government

More than two-thirds of people have had both doses as England prepares for rules to ease on Monday.

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Long Covid funding to unearth new treatments

Researchers from across the UK will investigate everything from brain fog to ongoing breathlessness.

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Daughter of Afghan envoy kidnapped and injured in Pakistan

Afghan officials urge Pakistan to keep diplomats safe, amid tensions between the two neighbours.

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Covid-19 tests while you wait in Israeli airport

Ben Gurion airport in Israel has introduced fast Covid-19 tests for travellers.

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Joshi is swapping life in captivity for a new start in the jungle

After a lifetime in captivity, Joshi is going to live in the jungle in Congo-Brazzaville.

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TikTok: Dog training tips from 'small-town Essex boy'

Adam's videos on looking after dogs have attracted more than a million followers during lockdown.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'under the stars'

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

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The Broadway dancer whose lockdown business bloomed

When Covid closed New York theatres, dancer Robbie Fairchild started a business that put down roots.

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'Working in Mum's care home brought us closer'

Lydia Loader, whose mother Sally has dementia, heard her speak for the first time in 18 months.

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Australian rugby star Hayne will not face new rape trial

Prosecutors have dropped rape charges against Jarryd Hayne having "carefully considered" the public interest. from BBC News http...