The display over London included tributes to NHS staff and figures including Captain Sir Tom Moore.
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Thursday, December 31, 2020
Moscow train carriage helps rehome stray pets
The Tails and Paws train features posters of dozens of animals in need of a new home.
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US politics in 2021: What's in store for President-elect Biden?
A new president with an agenda that's already set - and an outgoing president who's not leaving quietly.
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Why 2021 could be turning point for tackling climate change
This year could be a "make or break" moment in the fight against global warming.
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Brexit: 'We welcomed the trade deal like a Christmas present'
Europeans in the UK, and British people around Europe, explain what Brexit will mean for them.
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Entertainment quiz of 2020
It was a year to forget for the arts and entertainment. But let's see what you can remember.
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Was I wrong to fall for a cheating cat?
Anisa Subedar fell in love with a visiting cat. It wanted attention, so she gave it attention. Then it disappeared.
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Australia-China row: 'I'm Australian - why do I need to prove my loyalty?'
Many Chinese-Australians fear a "new McCarthyism" as Australia's values are tested by its China row.
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Goldsmith Shot Dead By Terrorists In Jammu And Kashmir
Terrorists shot a goldsmith dead at a busy market here on Thursday, police said.
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Redmi Could Launch the Cheapest Snapdragon 888-Powered Smartphone
Redmi phone with Snapdragon 888 SoC could be the cheapest offering when it comes to phones powered by the latest Qualcomm mobile chipset. There is no release date or pricing associated with this...
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Activists cheer as 'sexist' tampon tax is scrapped
Campaigners say cutting of the 5% VAT rate on tampons and sanitary towels ends a 'sexist' tax.
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Adobe Flash Player is finally laid to rest
The beleaguered web browser plug-in will no longer receive security updates from Adobe.
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'Worst year for High Street job losses in 25 years'
Nearly 180,000 retail jobs were last year, up by almost a quarter on the previous year, analysts say.
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The Archers: Radio 4 to mark 70th anniversary
The station will reflect on the world's longest-running serial drama across its output on Friday.
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Man Allegedly Carries Rs 29 Lakh Cash In Delhi Metro, Arrested
The CISF has apprehended a man for allegedly carrying Rs 29 lakh "suspect" cash at a Delhi Metro station, officials said on Thursday.
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China Deploying "En Masse" Underwater Drones In Indian Ocean: Report
China has deployed a fleet of underwater drones called Sea Wing (Haiyi) glider in the Indian Ocean, which can operate for months on end and make observations for naval intelligence purposes, according...
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"I Am French", Says Boris Johnson's Father, Applying For Citizenship
The father of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Thursday he was in the process of applying for a French passport to maintain his ties with the European Union after Brexit.
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Tsunami Cake: The Latest Viral Food Trend That Has Left Instagram Mesmerised
Viral Food Trend: Tsunami cakes or pull-me-up cakes are the internet's latest obsession. Here's what goes into making them!
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"Angry" With Feuding Family, Farmer Wills Half His Property To Pet Dog
Much like the reel-life dog 'Entertainment' from a Bollywood film by the same name, a pet dog in Madhya Pradesh Chhindwara district has inherited his master's wealth, or at least a part of it.
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Brexit: New era for UK as it completes separation from European Union
Boris Johnson celebrates the "freedom in our hands" as the long Brexit process comes to a conclusion.
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Brexit: New Irish Sea trade border begins operating
The trade border means most commercial goods entering NI from GB now require a customs declaration.
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MF Doom: Hip-hop star dies aged 49
A number of artists have paid tribute to the artist, real name Daniel Dumile.
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The Papers: New Year hope and campaign to recruit 'jabs army'
The first newspapers of 2021 offer a message of hope after "the worst year in living memory".
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Wednesday, December 30, 2020
Covid: New Year's Eve warning as millions are told to stay at home
More areas in England join the top restrictions tier as officials warn against holding parties.
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Scots prepare for 'different' Hogmanay
The first minister has warned: No gatherings, no house parties and no first footing as 2021 is welcomed in at home.
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China's Bottled Water King Dethrones Mukesh Ambani As Asia's Richest
Zhong Shanshan is a private billionaire who's rarely quoted in the press.
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Canada To Require Negative COVID-19 Test For People Entering Country
Canada will require travellers to obtain a negative Covid-19 test before being allowed into the country, the government announced Wednesday.
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India Will Have COVID-19 Vaccine Within Days: AIIMS Director
Terming the approval for Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine for use in the UK as a "big step forward", AIIMS Delhi Director Dr Randeep Guleria on Wednesday said that India will have the COVID-19 vaccine...
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2 Cases Of Mutant Covid Strain Detected In Noida, Meerut: UP Government
Traces of a new strain of coronavirus were found in two people who recently returned from the United Kingdom, an Uttar Pradesh official said on Wednesday.
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Rohit Sharma's Daughter Samaira Turns 2, Wife Ritika Shares Adorable Pics
Rohit Sharma's daughter Samaira celebrated her second birthday on Wednesday and Ritika Sajdeh came up with a series of adorable pictures to wish their cookie monster.
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Gilligan's Island actress Dawn Wells dies of Covid complications
Dawn Wells played Mary Ann on the 1960s sitcom about seven cruise ship castaways on a desert island.
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Remembering the entertainment and arts figures we lost in 2020
Remembering some of the figures from music, film, TV, radio and literature who died in 2020.
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Brexit: Advice for people who can't move on
Whether it's loss or joy or family rows, we asked couples therapists how to deal with Brexit.
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Kerala Government Prohibits Public Gatherings On New Year's Eve
In view of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Kerala government on Wednesday issued an order prohibiting all public gatherings during New Year celebrations and directed that all celebrations in the...
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Brexit: New EU trade arrangements to begin after Parliament vote
The UK's hard-fought agreement with the EU is set to come into force at 23:00 GMT on Thursday.
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Brexit: Dover-Calais route 'will work well on 1 January'
Channel Tunnel operator Getlink says there will not be congestion when new trading rules begin later.
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Sir Keir Starmer: UK's best years lie ahead
Labour's leader uses his New Year message to say the country can "rebuild" after Covid.
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Four protests that triggered change - and one that didn't
The BBC looks at a selection of history's powerful protests and why only some achieved their goals.
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Tesco, Pizza Hut and Superdrug in minimum wage fail
Almost 140 companies investigated between 2016-18 failed to pay £6.7 million to over 95,000 workers.
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Drone users face new rules across Europe and UK
The regulations relax the distinctions between commercial and recreational drone use.
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Covid: France mobilises 100,000 police to stop New Year's Eve gatherings
Like other European countries, France will see muted celebrations to mark the last night of the year.
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2020 in pictures: Coronavirus in the UK
Images that defined the year a pandemic dominated the nation.
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Lookahead 2021: What's happening in the world of science?
The BBC's global science correspondent Rebecca Morelle looks at what's coming up in the next year.
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London's 'Lido ladies' inspiring others to dive in for mental health
Nicola and Jessica are encouraging women to get back in the pool to enjoy the freedom of swimming.
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Coronavirus doctor's diary: ‘Close to death from Covid, I asked them to save my baby’
A 22-year-old became seriously ill with Covid while pregnant, but ultimately both mother and baby were saved.
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The Papers: 'Jabs for freedom by Easter' and 'schools chaos'
The papers say the approval of a new vaccine could see the UK open up as soon as April.
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Tuesday, December 29, 2020
"Good People Finish 1st Too": Ganguly Lauds Rahane For "Special" MCG Win
Australia vs India: BCCI President Sourav Ganguly praised India's performance in their win against Australia in the second Test at the MCG.
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"Outside Interference": Rajnath Singh On Trudeau Comments On Farmers
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday took strong objection to remarks made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau last month concerning protest by farmers on farm laws and said no leader of...
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No Meaningful Outcome Of Talks With China On LAC Standoff: Rajnath Singh
Union Defence Minister on Wednesday said that no "meaningful solution" has come out of diplomatic and military level talks with China to resolve the standoff on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in...
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Zero Degree In Parts Of Haryana, Rajasthan As Coldwave Intensifies
Cold wave conditions intensified in north India on Tuesday with fresh snowfall reported from hill areas, with parts of Haryana and Hisar touching and Delhi recording a minimum temperature of 3.6...
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20 Cases Of UK Coronavirus Strain In India, 8 In Delhi
Fourteen fresh cases of new mutant coronavirus strain - first reported in the United Kingdom in September - have been reported in India, the government said this morning, a day after the country...
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UAE Reports "Limited Number" Of Cases Of New Coronavirus Variant
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has discovered a "limited number" of cases of people infected with the new coronavirus variant in the country, a government official said, the first confirmed cases of a...
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Iraqi interpreters 'stalked by death squads' for helping the British
Ali and Ahmed helped British forces but now they live in fear of being killed by death squads.
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"Shubman Gill Is Special Talent, Don't Compare Him To Anyone": Jaffer
IND vs AUS: Former India opener Wasim Jaffer urged people not to compare him to anyone and put "undue pressure" on him.
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Covid: Millions more braced for tougher rules in England
The health secretary is expected to tell MPs more areas of England will enter tier four as cases surge.
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Eight things we learned about new businesses in lockdown
Eight lessons from our CEO Secrets series looking at start-ups created during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Fashion lookahead: Eight major 2021 looks from tie-dye to pastels
The patterns, prints, materials and accessories we're likely to be wearing this year.
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Iraqi interpreters 'stalked by death squads' for helping the British
Ali and Ahmed helped British forces but now they live in fear of being killed by death squads.
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What my grandfather's life taught me about China and America
Vincent Ni reflects on the long life of his grandfather and a crucial choice he made as a young man.
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Quarantine meals: The 2020 food trend no-one predicted
Across the world, people in quarantine facilities were treated to some weird and wonderful combinations.
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Income Tax Body Detects Suspect Transactions Of Rs 300 Crore In Delhi
The Income Tax department raided a number of hawala operators in Delhi and detected suspect transactions worth Rs 300 crore, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) said today.
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Covid-19: Biden says Trump vaccine roll-out is 'falling behind'
The US president-elect calls for vaccinations to be ramped up as he warns of a "tough period" ahead.
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UK's 1960s French 'Soviet spy' plot with Sunday Times revealed in memos
Then-prime minister Harold Wilson knew about plans between the Foreign Office and the Sunday Times.
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Impressionist Rory Bremner 'saved Sir John Major's bacon' amid MPs revolt
Newly released historical files show the comedian impersonated the then-PM in phone calls with Tory MPs.
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Striking news photos from around the world in 2020
A selection of some of the best images taken by agency photographers during the past year.
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The puppet show in a box entertaining children in hospital
Little Angel Theatre's performance is designed for young patients to enjoy from their hospital beds.
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2020 and me: 'We need to learn life lessons from this'
Mahnaz Rehman lost her husband during lockdown in Karachi, Pakistan.
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Belarus protests: The demonstrators speaking out in new and creative ways
Faced by a government crackdown, demonstrations over the disputed August election have been forced to evolve.
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The Papers: 'New tiers eve' and PM's Brexit 'triumph'
The papers say England's toughest virus rules will be extended further, while MPs vote on the UK-EU deal.
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Monday, December 28, 2020
Nurse who nearly died from Covid returns to work
A video of Natasha Jenkins' emotional return to her children from hospital was viewed worldwide.
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Covid: US House votes to boost stimulus package payments
The chamber backs President Trump's call for $2,000 payments but the move could stall in the Senate.™
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Covid-19: Health workers 'back in eye of storm', says NHS chief
But Sir Simon Stevens says he expects all the UK's most vulnerable to be offered a vaccine by late spring.
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Parents warned of 'sharp rise' in eating disorders
Child health leaders say the increase is partly down to the pandemic's impact on young people.
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Space images: The best of 2020
There was stunning cosmic imagery to feast on over the past year - here's our pick of the offerings.
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2020 and me: 'Be grateful for what you've got'
Vicky tells the BBC how, like many others, her world suddenly changed when London went into lockdown.
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The big tech questions for 2021
After a year that saw tech companies prosper, we look ahead to what the coming 12 months could bring.
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When Greta Thunberg met Margaret Atwood... on Zoom
The teenage climate activist and veteran author and environmentalist were brought together by Radio 4's Today Programme.
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Covid in prison: 'We should be treated like humans'
Reports suggest one-in-five prisoners have tested positive for Covid in the US, and 1,700 have died.
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Zoom: All the times virtual meetings didn't go as planned this year
From animal interruptions to catching fire, here's a look back at the year we spent (badly) online.
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Seeking justice for Lion Sleeps Tonight composer
A music producer remixes an old classic to correct some injustices of the past.
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China Covid-19: How state media and censorship took on coronavirus
We look back at how China's propaganda and censorship machine responded during a particularly dramatic year.
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India migrants: The tragedy of the tuk-tuk driver who fled Covid
Rajan Yadav is one of millions of migrant workers whose lives were destroyed by India's lockdown.
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Covid, furlough and Topshop collapse: 2020 in business stories
Which BBC Business stories were the most widely read in the year the coronavirus pandemic spread?
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Pregnant at 13 and able to attend school
Sierra Leone lifted its ban on pregnant girls attending school this year. Will Tanzania do the same?
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'If that's darts, I'm offski' - Anderson fuming despite beating Suljovic
Two-time PDC world champion Gary Anderson said darts fans would have been better off watching Coronation Street than his 4-3 third-round win over Mensur Suljovic.
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Pandemic Severe, But "Not Necessarily The Big One": WHO
The novel coronavirus has had a devastating impact around the globe, but the World Health Organization warned Monday that worse pandemics could lie ahead, urging the world to get "serious" about...
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Rohit Reacts As Dhoni Wins ICC Spirit Of Cricket Award Of The Decade
Former India captain MS Dhoni won the ICC spirit of cricket award of the decade on Monday
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2nd Test, Day 4 Live: Bumrah Ends Cummins' Vigil, Australia 7 Down
India vs Australia Test Live Cricket Score: The visitors will be aiming to seal victory on Day 4 of the ongoing second Test match, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
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Biden Says Trump Pentagon Stalling Transition, Posing Risks
President-elect Joe Biden said Monday that Donald Trump's appointees at the Pentagon were stalling on the transition and warned that the United States faces security risks as a result.
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Joe Biden: 'Enormous damage' to US security agencies by Trump
The president-elect says his team is not getting the information it needs on national security.
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Ghislaine Maxwell denied $28.5m bail in sex crime case
The British socialite, the ex-girlfriend of sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, was arrested in July.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Spring it on!' and 'don't betray our children'
The papers report details of the Covid vaccine roll out and fears schools may be closed until February.
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Sunday, December 27, 2020
Suhana And Alia Chiba, Twinning In White, In A Picture Perfect Moment
Alia Chiba and Suhana Khan frequently feature on each other's Instagram profiles
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Fresh Covid Cases Jump Almost 7% In A Day, Total Crosses 1.02 Crore
Coronavirus: 20,021 fresh COVID-19 cases in India, nearly 9% higher than yesterday; 1.02 crore total cases, 1,47,901 deaths
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Covid-19: Hospitals face 'pressure' as coronavirus cases rise
Rising demand is down to the "rapid spread" of the new variant of Covid-19, health bosses say.
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Two-Day Coronavirus Vaccine Dry Run Starts In Four States Today
A two-day dry run for coronavirus vaccine program starts today in Andhra Pradesh, Punjab, Gujarat and Assam.
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Sena's Sanjay Raut's Wife Summoned In PMC Bank Money Laundering Case
The Enforcement Directorate has summoned Varsha Raut, wife of Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut, for questioning in the PMC Bank money laundering case on December 29, officials said on Sunday.
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Chinese games billionaire dies after poisoning
Lin Qi, 39, was the founder of Yoozoo which developed a popular Game of Thrones online game.
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Maestro Dudamel takes virtual reality Symphony on tour
Conductor Gustavo Dudamel believes music can lead the way and wants to inspire young people.
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Coronavirus India LIVE Updates: India's Covid Tally Climbs To 1,01,87,850
The tally of coronavirus cases in India reached 1,01,87,850 after 18,732 new COVID-19 infections were reported in the last 24 hours, according to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW).
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US Facing "Four Historic Crises At Once", Says Joe Biden
US President-elect Joe Biden on Sunday said that his country is facing "four historic crises at once", adding that his team is work working hard to tackle the time-bound challenges.
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After A Week's Delay, Trump Signs $900 Billion Covid Relief Bill
After nearly a week's delay and under pressure from all sides, President Donald Trump signed a $900 billion Covid-19 relief bill Sunday, the White House said, extending benefits to millions of...
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Covid: Trump signs relief and spending package into law
The measure restores unemployment benefits and averts a partial US government shutdown.™
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Covid-19: China's painful year fighting the coronavirus
From fear to freedom, we trace China's tumultous year battling the coronavirus.
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UK year in pictures 2020
A selection of the most compelling news photographs from around the UK.
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How Covid conspiracies, 'fake news' and misinformation spread in 2020
Celebrities spread Covid conspiracies and video games were shared as ‘real’ war footage.
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2020 and me: 'I know the value of family more'
Despite the many challenges, Rula in Istanbul believes 2020 will benefit us in the future.
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'To be a black, female headteacher is phenomenal'
Evelyn Forde was crowned Headteacher of the Year, the 'Oscars' of education.
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'She is beautiful but she is Indian': The student who became a Welsh bard at 19
Dorothy Bonarjee was Indian by birth, English by upbringing, French by marriage - and Welsh at heart.
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Books 2021: A pick and mix of what's coming up
A snapshot of some of the many books for next year from established, debut and non-fiction writers.
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2nd Test, Day 3 LIVE: Jadeja Hits Fifty, India Lead By Over 100 Runs
India vs Australia Test Live Cricket Score: Ajinkya Rahane's gutsy knock has finally come to an end, with the stand-in captain falling to a run out on Day 3 of the 2nd Test match. Ravindra Jadeja...
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Nashville Blast Suspect Died In Explosion, Police Say
The 63-year-old suspect in the bombing that rocked Nashville on Christmas Day morning was killed in the blast that destroyed his motor home and damaged more than 40 businesses, authorities said on...
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Covid: South Africa passes one million infections as cases surge
The grim milestone comes after a new variant of coronavirus is identified in the country.
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Climate change: Extreme weather causes huge losses in 2020
Hurricanes, floods and wildfires wreaked havoc, causing deaths and a huge financial impact.
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The Papers: 'Vacc to the future' and village hall jabs
The papers focus on how the UK's vaccination programme will work if the Oxford jab is approved.
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Saturday, December 26, 2020
Delhi's Minimum Temperature Rises Slightly But Relief Will Be Short-Lived
The minimum temperature in the national capital rose slightly on Sunday under the influence of a Western Disturbance affecting the upper Himalayas, according to the India Meteorological Department.
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Delhi Records 655 Covid Cases In 24 Hours, Lowest In Over 4 Months
Delhi recorded 655 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours - the lowest in over four months - bringing a much-needed relief for the capital that had seen a sharp spike in cases in November.
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Malaika And Arjun Are Holidaying At This Beach Destination With Friends
Keeping up with Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor
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2021 CNB Viewers' Choice Award: Tech/Gadget Of The Year Nominees
This year at carandbike we have the tech/gadget viewers choice award of the year honouring the things that have made life easier.
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India's Daily New COVID-19 Cases Hit A Near 6-Month Low
India's daily number of COVID-19 cases today stood at 18,732 - the lowest in nearly six months. Up to 279 deaths were recorded in the past 24 hours, taking the overall count since the outbreak in...
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"We Do Nothing To Prevent Next One": WHO Chief's Warning On Pandemics
The coronavirus crisis will not be the last pandemic, and attempts to improve human health are "doomed" without tackling climate change and animal welfare, the World Health Organization's chief said.
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Brexit: PM vows to focus on 'levelling up country' after securing deal
Boris Johnson promises "big changes" after Brexit but fishermen's leaders accuse him of "caving in".
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101-Year-Old Woman First In Germany To Receive Coronavirus Vaccine
A 101-year-old woman became the first German to receive a vaccine against the coronavirus on Saturday, a day ahead of the official start of the country's vaccination campaign, local broadcaster MDR...
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Watch: Tim Paine Pulls Off A "Screamer" To Dismiss Pujara On Day 2
India vs Australia: Tim Paine pulled off an excellent catch behind the stumps, despite being wrong footed, to dismiss Cheteshwar Pujara.
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2000-Year-Old Roman-Era Equivalent Of Fast Food Stall Unearthed In Italy
A 2,000-year-old fast-food stall unearthed from the ash of Pompeii has given researchers new clues about the snacking habits of the ancient Romans.
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Nashville explosion 'probably suicide bombing'
Investigators conduct DNA tests after human remains are found and a house is searched.
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Margaret Thatcher: Ex-PM described euro as a 'rush of blood to the head'
Evidence of the former UK prime minister's Euroscepticism is revealed in newly released archives.
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Covid: Citizens Advice contacted by '12 people a minute'
The charity says 75% of people seeking advice over benefits and jobs had never contacted it before.
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Hemel Hempstead brothers swap 'revolting' football shirts for Christmas
The tradition began as the brothers wanted to make Christmas more exciting than exchanging vouchers.
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How Covid-19 altered world events in 2020
The pandemic affected us all - and shaped global issues, with knock-on effects for millions.
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Former Assam Minister Ajanta Neog Meets Amit Shah, To Join BJP
Former Assam minister and Golaghat MLA Ajanta Neog met Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday.
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Newspaper headlines: Oxford jab 'set for approval' as vulnerable identified
Most of Sunday's papers report that the Oxford Covid vaccine could be approved within days.
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Covid in the classroom: How the pandemic changed these three teachers' lives
Three teachers in the US reflect on how drastically their jobs have changed during 2020.
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Make-up artist: 'I was sneaking into mum's make-up bag, aged 5'
A 13-year-old girl has built up a following of thousands on social media.
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Coronavirus: What has Covid done for climate crisis?
Lockdowns around the world have led to record falls in CO2 emissions. But will this lead to long lasting change?
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2020 and me: 'EndSARS was our Black Lives Matter'
After protests, a strike, and lockdown, Kiki, a student from Lagos, Nigeria, can’t wait for the year to be over.
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"Most Bizarre": Smriti Irani's Lawyer On Case Filed By Shooter
Union Minister Smriti Irani's legal counsel Kirat Nagra on Saturday said the case filed against her by shooter Vartika Singh is based on "the most bizarre and mischievous set of falsehoods" and that...
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Coronavirus: EU countries begin mass vaccination
Countries across the EU received their first shipments of the Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccines.
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Friday, December 25, 2020
US Doctor Has Severe Allergic Reaction To Moderna Covid Vaccine: Report
A doctor in Boston with a shellfish allergy developed a severe allergic reaction after receiving Moderna's coronavirus vaccine on Thursday, the New York Times reported on Friday, citing the doctor.
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21-Year-Old College Student Likely To Be Next Mayor Of Thiruvananthapuram
Twenty one-year-old Arya Rajendran, who successfully contested the recent civic polls, is likely to become the next Mayor of Thiruvananthapuram, CPI(M) sources said on Friday.
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France Confirms First Case Of British Virus Variant In London Returnee
The first case of a particularly infectious coronavirus variant that recently emerged in Britain has been confirmed in France, the health ministry said on Friday.
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China To Overtake US As World's Biggest Economy By 2028: Report
China will overtake the United States to become the world's biggest economy in 2028, five years earlier than previously estimated due to the contrasting recoveries of the two countries from the...
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Chinese National, 3 Others Arrested For Loan Apps Fraud In Telangana
A Chinese national and three members of a gang have been arrested in an instant loan apps fraud case at Cyberabad.
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LIVE Updates: India's COVID-19 Recovery Rate Improves To 95.77%
Christmas brought good news for India as country's overall COVID-19 recovery rate improved to 95.77 per cent on Friday, with Mumbai's Dharavi, one of the worst affected areas in the country, reported...
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Coronavirus: Millions wake to tighter Covid restrictions
More areas in England enter tier 4, as lockdowns are in place in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
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Court Seeks Video On Search At Office Of Advocate For Delhi Riots Accused
A court on Friday sought a status report from Delhi police in relation to the search conducted by it at the office premises of advocate Mehmood Pracha, a lawyer representing some of the accused in the...
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Watch: Jadeja Takes Fine Catch Despite Minor Collision With Shubman Gill
Australia vs India: Ravindra Jadeja completed a brilliant catch to sent Matthew Wade packing despite a minor coming together with Shubman Gill.
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FASTag Mandatory From January 1, Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari Says
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that FASTag is being made mandatory for all vehicles in the country from the new year.
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Mark Easton's Boxing Day family puzzler 2020
This is the festive quiz in which no-one is expected to know any of the answers.
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TV in 2021: Shows coming to the small screen
Despite the impact of Covid-19 on the industry, there are still some popular shows on the way.
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Business review of 2020: Covid-19 and Trump
2020 saw countries grapple with coronavirus, balancing both public health and economic concerns.
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Infinix Zero 8i Review
The Infinix Zero 8i packs in some impressive specifications on paper, but does that translate to good performance? Check out my review of the Infinix Zero 8i to find out.
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Covid: Post-exposure antibody protection trialled
The first ten people are jabbed in London as part of a global trial.
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Extreme E: Lewis Hamilton helping make racing environmentally friendly
Lewis Hamilton isn't just the world's most successful F1 driver, he's also a key backer of a new off-road electric vehicle racing series called Extreme E.
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Fur-st Family: The long history of US presidents and pets
From Socks the cat to Macaroni the pony, the US presidential tradition is returning with Joe Biden.
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The Masked Singer UK: The most Covid-safe show of 2020?
Host Joel Dommett chats about the second series of the Masked Singer UK - the singing celebrity guessing game.
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The family with no fingerprints
A family in Bangladesh struggles with an extremely rare genetic condition, "immigration delay disease".
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The casualties of this year's viral conspiracy theories
Conspiracy theories ripped through the internet this year, destroying relationships and endangering lives.
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2nd Test, Day 1 Live: Jasprit Bumrah Gives India Early Breakthrough
India vs Australia Test Live Cricket Score: Marnus Labuschagne is the new man at the crease, following the dismissal of Joe Burns on Day 1 of the second Test against India in Melbourne.
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Coronavirus: France finds first case of new variant
The health ministry says an asymptomatic Frenchman who arrived from England tested positive.
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The Papers: The Queen's pride and a new special relationship?
The Boxing Day front pages reflect on the Queen's Christmas address and the UK's post-Brexit future
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Thursday, December 24, 2020
Seven US Lawmakers Write To Mike Pompeo On Farmers' Protest In India
A group of seven influential US lawmakers, including Indian-American Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, have written to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, urging him to raise the issue of farmers'' protest...
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Covid: Heroic response praised in religious leaders' Christmas messages
The Christmas messages reflect on the impact of the pandemic as well as people's response.
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Mamata Banerjee Defends Amartya Sen Over "Illegal Occupants" Reports
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has defended Nobel Laureate Amartya Sen over reports that he was on the Visva Bharati University's list of illegal plot holders and said such allegations...
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Trump Team Weighs Immunity For Saudi Prince In Assassination Plot: Report
The Trump administration is weighing a Saudi request to grant Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman immunity from prosecution over accusations that he orchestrated a conspiracy to kill a former high-level...
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"Big Screens, Leaflets": BJP's Plan For PM's Speech To Farmers Today
The BJP is sparing no expense to reach out to farmers today, when Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address nine crore farmers and clarify the centre's position on the farm laws, as well as release...
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Brexit: EU diplomats to get trade deal briefing
MPs are waiting to see the full text of the agreement ahead of a vote in Parliament on 30 December.
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Madhya Pradesh Farmers In Lurch As Rice Firm Goes Back On Contractual Promise
A Delhi-based rice company has allegedly refused to buy paddy from the farmers of Madhya Pradesh's Hoshangabad district under the agreement of contract farming - highlighting one of the key issues the...
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Covid: Queen spends Christmas apart from family
The monarch will reflect on the hardships of the pandemic in her Christmas speech at 15:00 GMT.
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Covid: Mexico, Chile and Costa Rica begin mass vaccination
Mexico, Chile and Costa Rica start administering the Pfizer-BioNTech jab for Covid-19.
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Christmas cards: You won't believe the effort this family goes to!
From Game of Thrones to Elf - meet the family whose Christmas cards take months to make.
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Georgia climbers who risk their lives for Christmas trees
In the Republic of Georgia, workers harvest the seeds of Nordmann firs for export to Europe.
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The refugees feeding a nation
How did French Guiana come to rely on its Hmong citizens for food?
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The best of the cheesy Christmas movies
If you are looking for pure festive escapism with a guaranteed happy ending, check these films out.
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'White Christmas': The biggest selling single of all time
The story of Bing Crosby and 'White Christmas'
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A scene in The Pianist changed Arson Fahim's life
As a young boy, Fahim saw a piano on screen in a refugee camp. "What I saw captivated me," he said.
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Bridgerton: Everything you need to know about the Netflix drama
The period drama, which launches on Christmas Day, is based on the best-selling romance novels.
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Christmas: The mail order pioneer who started a billion-pound industry
How a 19th Century draper "set up a company similar to Amazon" and created a billion pound industry.
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Nick Butter: The man who ran a marathon in every country in the world
Nick Butter was 26 when inspiration came. He set out on a unique adventure but, despite two years' planning, wasn't ready for what came next.
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Astronaut Scott Kelly: How to survive a year in space
Record-breaking astronaut Scott Kelly talks about living in space and his desire to go back.
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Indian Vaccine Covaxin Has Drawn Global Attention: Top Medical Body
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has said that the Indian vaccine against COVID-19, Covaxin, has drawn global attention.
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Daniel Pearl: Court orders release of man accused in journalist's murder
Omar Sheikh was acquitted earlier this year of murdering the US journalist in Pakistan in 2002.
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Michael Jackson: Neverland Ranch 'sold to billionaire for $22m'
Billionaire Ron Burkle reportedly buys the estate for a quarter of its initial asking price.
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In pictures: Christmas celebrations around the world
This year's services and events are being attended by far fewer people because of the Covid outbreak.
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Wednesday, December 23, 2020
"As Kind As His Stories": Aditi Pays Tribute To 'Sufiyum Sujathayum' Director
"I hope your Sufi soul finds a place as beautiful as the one you created for us in Sufiyum Sujathayum," wrote the actress
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Mumbai Indians Emerge As Most Digitally Engaged Team In IPL
Mumbai Indians has once again reinforced its dominance as one of the most successful sports clubs in India, and a fast emerging Indian sports brand globally.
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Alibaba being investigated by China over monopoly tactics
The Chinese tech giant is face a probe by regulators into locking merchants into its platform.
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Asian markets push higher on hopes of Brexit deal
The pound and Asian markets have made gains ahead of an expected UK-EU trade deal on Thursday.
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UK terror plots: Durham teenager asks to remain anonymous
The teenager, convicted of neo-Nazi terror offences, cannot currently be named because of his age.
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Muslim-Canadian's 'first Christmas' goes viral
As a Christmas first-timer, Mohammad Hussain shared his unique perspective on the holiday on Twitter.
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Flooding dampens Christmas spirit as homes and shops hit
Emergency services and councils deal with hundreds of calls for help, as rail and road is disrupted.
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Benishangul-Gumuz: Attackers kill dozens in western Ethiopia
More than 100 people were killed in fires or by shooting and stabbing attacks, reports say.
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Trump Pardons More Allies, Including Son-In-Law's Father: White House
US President Donald Trump issued a new raft of pardons on Wednesday for allies including Jared Kushner's father, adding to a long list he has granted in his waning days in office.
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Brexit: UK-EU trade talks continue ahead of expected deal
Officials continue to thrash out final details, after weeks of argument over fishing and business rules.
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Five families, five Christmases: A festive season like no other around Europe
Families in five countries explain how their plans have changed and how they're staying upbeat.
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EU to allow post-Brexit UK farm produce exports
While this is a "critical step forward" seed potatoes are not included due to EU regulatory fears.
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Pete Evans: Facebook removes celebrity chef's page over conspiracies
Australian celebrity chef Pete Evans has been criticised for spreading misinformation to his followers.
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Covid: Santa Claus explains how to keep safe at Christmas
Father Christmas explains how to have a Covid secure Christmas
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Dickens Museum: A Christmas Carol performance goes online
Charles Dickens's London home will host a special performance of A Christmas Carol.
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Banjo Paterson: 120-year-old chocolate found in Australian poet's belongings
Remarkably well-preserved chocolate - found in Australia - gives a fascinating glimpse into history.
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Games of 2020: The Press X To Continue awards
BBC Sounds podcast Press X To Continue chooses its best and worst of gaming in 2020.
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The celebrity hairdresser with a secret of his own
John Harding was a hairdresser to the stars - but there was a reason he rarely answered the phone.
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Oscars 2021: What can we expect for the ceremony?
The film industry is hoping it will be high-profile rather than low-key after such a tough year.
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"Umbrella Of Protection" Over US Against Covid By Next Summer: Top Expert
If the rollout of Covid-19 vaccines proceeds smoothly, it might be possible to achieve widespread population immunity in the United States by next summer, top scientist Anthony Fauci has said.
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Trump pardons former advisers Manafort and Stone
Trump pardons former campaign manager Paul Manafort, ex-adviser Roger Stone and the father of Trump's son-in-law
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"Remember...": From Mumbai Police, A Message On Night Curfew
All essential activities, businesses and even travelling with certain conditions will be allowed during the night curfew in Mumbai, the police said on Wednesday, listing out the rules for the renewed...
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The Papers: UK and EU on 'verge' of Brexit trade deal
Reports leaders are set to announce an agreement after months of talks is the lead story for most papers on Christmas Eve.
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Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Covid-19: UK-France services return as travel ban eased
Trade and travel restrictions are partially lifted as the military helps with mass screening in Kent.
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California Secretary Of State To Replace Kamala Harris In US Senate
Alex Padilla was named Tuesday as Vice President-elect Kamala Harris' replacement in the US Senate, becoming the first Latino to represent California in the nation's upper house.
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At PM's Residence, Vajpayee's First Reaction To The Pokhran II Tests
Exclusive excerpt from 'Vajpayee: The Years That Changed India' by Shakti Sinha
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Here's What Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Wrote On Parents' Anniversary
The actress lost her father in 2017
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Covid: New dads share fatherhood experiences
Three men talk of becoming fathers and being unable to go to many appointments because of Covid.
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Kernowite: New green mineral discovered in 220-year-old rock
The dark green mineral has been called kernowite as it was discovered from a rock mined in Cornwall.
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Christmas dinner: A beginner's guide to the perfect feast
If you're about to make your festive debut, Radio 1 Newsbeat's got your back.
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‘I was desperate for a cancer manual – but there isn’t one’
How do you cope when your young partner receives a terminal diagnosis?
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Trump Pardons 15, Including Two Charged In Russia Probe
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced a wave of pardons including two for men who pleaded guilty in Robert Mueller's investigation and also to Republican allies who once served in Congress...
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Helen's Law: Killers could still be freed despite new law
The mother of Helen McCourt, who the law is named after, says it could have "gone further".
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Trump pardons two convicted by Russia investigation
Ex-campaign aide George Papadopoulos is among 15 people to benefit from a wave of clemency orders.
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How dependent is the UK on the EU for food?
France's ban on freight from Britain caused havoc for lorry drivers, but will it affect shoppers?
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Redundancy plans fall after furlough extension
36,700 redundancies were planned in Britain in November, the lowest figure since March
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Covid-19: 'Living with 50 people has been a blessing'
A community living in the same large house say their way of life has thrived in a year of lockdowns.
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The Glasgow artist inspired by what she finds in the fridge
An amateur photographer shares her passion for creating tiny scenes with food and model figures.
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Rohingya refugees' perilous journey in search of safety
More than 200 Rohingya refugees are believed to have died or gone missing at sea in 2020.
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Covid-19: 'Losing Christmas is irreparable damage'
Foppolo ski resort in the Italian Alps is shut and will miss the all-important Christmas ski season.
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Widowed penguins hug in award-winning photo
The photo shows the pair appearing to comfort one another in Australia.
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Covid-19: The Philippines and its lockdown baby boom
The Philippines is preparing for a surge in births which will overwhelm its already creaking systems.
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'I had zero plans beyond my parents' kitchen'
Hannah Chapman wishes she'd planned ahead after her business almost ran out of cash within months of launching.
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Amazon Fab Phones Fest Sale Goes Live: Best Offers
Amazon Fab Phones Fest sale is now live with discounts and bundled offers on a range of popular mobile phones. We've handpicked the best deals on mobile phones that are available today.
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What Volkswagen India's SUVW Strategy Entails
Volkswagen India is all set to roll out it's new SUVW strategy in the country and there'll be a number of products that will be coming our way. We tell you what's happening behind closed doors.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Tier 4 to be widened' and 'kick in the baubles'
Wednesday's papers report Whitehall sources as saying England's toughest curbs could be extended.
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Monday, December 21, 2020
Covid: PPE 'could be recycled' with help of sunlight
It could help tackle the problem of what to do with the pandemic's medical waste, scientists say.
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New Covid Variant In UK "Not Out Of Control": WHO
The new coronavirus variant discovered in Britain with a higher transmission rate is not yet out of control and can be contained using existing measures, the World Health Organization said on Monday.
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Taimur Ali Khan's 4th Birthday Menu Was All About 'Cake, Cake And More Cake' (See Pics Inside)
Taimur turned 4 yesterday on 20th December, 2020 and had a lovely celebration with family with loads of cake on the table!
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Redmi 9 Power to Go on Sale Today for the First Time in India
Redmi 9 Power is set to go on sale for the first time in India today. The smartphone will be available on Amazon as well as on the company's official website. It is priced at Rs. 10,999 for the...
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Coronavirus: Impact of new variant on children investigated
Experts urgently assess whether the mutation of coronavirus spreads more easily among the young.
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The best albums and songs of 2020: Fiona Apple, Cardi B, Bob Dylan and Dua Lipa
Records by Fiona Apple, Cardi B, Bob Dylan and Dua Lipa feature in the BBC's "poll of polls".
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Trump Presents PM Modi With Top US Honour 'Legion Of Merit'
US President Donald Trump on Monday presented the prestigious Legion of Merit to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his leadership in elevating strategic partnership of the two countries and emergence...
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Hyderabad Man Shot At In US, Claims Family
A 43-year-old man from Hyderabad was fired upon and injured in Chicago in the United States, his family members said on Monday.
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New UK Virus Strain Doesn't Appear To Be Deadlier: Indian-American Doctor
Indian-American physician Vivek Murthy, US President-elect Joe Biden's pick for Surgeon General, has said there is no evidence to suggest that a new and more contagious coronavirus variant reported in...
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Covid: Wuhan scientist would 'welcome' visit probing lab leak theory
A top Chinese scientist addresses claims the coronavirus leaked from her lab in the city of Wuhan.
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Bedford woman 'lost hands and feet' as Covid led to sepsis
Caroline Coster is determined to enjoy her "second life" despite her limbs being partially amputated.
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How a young girl's fairy house sparked a magical friendship
When four-year-old Eliana created a fairy house at the start of the pandemic, she soon began finding notes and gifts from a fairy named Sapphire.
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Charity single maker LadBaby aims for the Christmas number one for the third year running
LadBaby is aiming for a third successive Christmas number one, with another sausage roll infused take on a chart classic.
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Will pregnant women receive the Covid-19 vaccine? It depends
Without pregnant women in trials for the jab, countries are taking different approaches.
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1,000 lost on one boat - this woman hopes to name them
An Italian pathologist is trying to identify the migrants on a boat that sank in the Mediterranean in 2015.
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Covid: Thanksgiving the cause of a spike in US infections?
Family reunions over the holiday period brought people together, but did they spread coronavirus?
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Tanzania 'using Twitter's copyright policy to silence activists'
The guidance meant to deal with rights infringements is being deployed to muzzle critics.
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Tech trends in 2021: Fast planes and homeworking
From a potentially record-breaking electric plane, to new homeworking tech, what to watch out for in 2021.
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Joe Biden Receives COVID-19 Vaccine Live On Television
US President-elect Joe Biden received a Covid-19 vaccine live on television Monday in a campaign to boost Americans' confidence in the jabs.
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Covid-19: NI Executive votes against GB-NI travel ban
Ministers did approve plans for further guidance against all but essential travel between GB and NI.
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PSNI chief 'sorry' over policing at Black Lives Matter protests
Simon Byrne apologises after the policing of NI protests is found to be unfair and discriminatory.
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UK government 'likely to miss' broadband and 5G targets
More must be done if the UK is to be future-proofed rather than playing catch-up, say MPs.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Tier 4 for all' and 'Royals break rule of six'
Tuesday's papers report government warnings that the new variant of coronavirus is "everywhere".
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Sunday, December 20, 2020
US Says Looking "Very Carefully" At New Virus Variant Spreading In UK
US authorities are looking "very carefully" into the virus variant spreading in the United Kingdom, top health officials said Sunday, while indicating that a ban on UK travel was not currently in the...
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Brexit: Trade deal talks continue as negotiators fail to reach agreement
The UK and EU resume negotiations in Brussels with 10 days to go until the transition period ends.
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"Yogi Adityanath Didn't Trust UP Police": BJP Leader To NDTV On Hathras
A senior BJP leader in Uttar Pradesh has indicated that the UP Police failed to do their job properly in handling the gang-rape and murder case of a 20-year-old woman in Hathras district, days after...
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"Will Quit If Anyone Tries To Abolish Minimum Crop Price": ML Khattar
In an attempt to reassure the farmers, Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, on Sunday said that if someone tries to abolish Minimum Support Price (MSP) then he will leave politics.
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Saudi Halts International Flights Over New Fast-Spreading Strain Of Virus
Saudi Arabia on Sunday halted international flights and suspended entry through its land and sea ports for at least a week, after a new fast-spreading strain of coronavirus appeared in Britain.
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The surprising science behind guide dog puppies
Caitlin was partnered with her first guide dog last year, but where do 6% of them come from?
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Covid: Horrible Histories drive-in Christmas panto 'weird but wonderful'
Families are encouraged to participate by honking horns, flashing lights and turning on wipers.
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Covid: The black cab tour of London’s Christmas lights
The pandemic has hit the black cab industry but one driver came up with an idea to attract customers.
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Manchester shooting: 'Please help catch my husband's killer'
Abayomi Ajose was shot dead in a crowd of 400 people - but his murderer has still not been caught.
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The Belgian 'hero' who invaded UK fishing waters
The story of Victor Depaepe, who tested fishing rights in UK waters granted by King Charles II.
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'Yes, people have Zoom fatigue but it's not our fault'
Zoom director Aparna Bawa says video conferencing can tire people out, but her firm isn't to blame.
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How should you talk to friends and relatives who believe conspiracy theories?
Advice from experts and those who used to believe conspiracy theories about how to avoid rows this festive season.
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Sudan-Israel deal fuels migrants' fears
Israel is supported by some Sudanese communities, yet restoring relations may not be good news from them.
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K2: 'Savage Mountain' beckons for unprecedented winter climb
Two European climbers set off this week in an attempt to scale the winter summit of K2.
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Covid-19: Stormont Executive limits NI Christmas bubbles to one day
Stormont ministers held an emergency meeting on Sunday night to discuss new restrictions.
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European regulator says Boeing's 737 Max is safe
Executive Director Patrick Ky said his organisation had "left no stone unturned" in its review.
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Confidence, momentum, quality - Micah Richards on why Man Utd are title contenders again
MOTD2 pundit Micah Richards says Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer deserves more credit than he gets for his side's resurgence.
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Delhi Records Coldest Morning This Season At 3.4 Degrees
A cold wave swept Delhi on Sunday as it recorded the coldest morning of the season so far at 3.4 degrees Celsius, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.
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Covid: US reaches long awaited deal for coronavirus aid
The deal on the $900bn package comes as millions are jobless or in poverty due to the pandemic.
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Marcus Rashford given special BBC award
England and Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford is given the Expert Panel Special Award at the BBC Sports Personality show.
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The Papers: Europe bans UK travel, and 'out of control' virus
Moves by European countries to ban passengers travelling from the UK dominates Monday's papers
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Sports Personality winners: Who won the awards in 2020?
See the full list of winners from the BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2020 show.
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'I'm a unique band of one' - Lennon on Celtic's 'monumental' quadruple treble
Neil Lennon thanks Celtic's board for keeping faith after the "monumental achievement" of beating Hearts to secure a 12th consecutive trophy and his first treble as manager.
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Saturday, December 19, 2020
As Protests Enter Day 25, Farmers Threaten UP Border Blockade: 10 Points
As protests against the centre's contentious agricultural laws near Delhi borders enter their 25th day, demonstrators have threatened to block Ghazipur border between Uttar Pradesh and the national...
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Callum Smith v Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez: An underdog champion fights a seasoned risk-taker
Britain's Callum Smith is the world champion many have written off when he faces Mexico's Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez on Saturday.
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Joe Biden says 'no time to waste' as climate team unveiled
The US president-elect says the team will lead his "ambitious plan" to combat climate change.
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Covid in Sydney: New restrictions announced as outbreak grows
Curbs on gatherings are announced as authorities urge people to stay at home.
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Covid: Furlough companies list should be published, MPs urge
Staff could be continuing to work as companies claim grants, the government is told.
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Boris Johnson Orders New Curbs To Slow More Infectious Virus Strain
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Saturday announced a "stay at home" order for London and southeast England to slow a new coronavirus strain that is significantly more infectious.
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Manipur Cop Returns Bravery Medal After Court Order On Drugs Case
Manipur Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Thounaojam Brinda on Friday returned his Chief Minister's Gallantry Medal, she received for a drugs probe, in which the former Bharatiya Janata Party...
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"I Vaccinated Santa Claus Myself": Top US Doctor Tells Children
Santa Claus can safely deliver gifts to good girls and boys on Christmas, after a special visitor went all the way to the North Pole to deliver a coronavirus vaccine.
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Your pictures on the theme of 'my 2020'
A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "my 2020".
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Budget smartphones: What do you get for £100?
BBC Click's Chris Fox puts eight new budget smartphones to the test to see how they stack up.
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Coronavirus: The care home DJ spreading festive cheer
Chris Morrow has been playing requests from family members who have been unable to visit loved ones.
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Brexit: How to prepare for changes in 2021
Here are some of the things you can do to get prepared for the Brexit changes.
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Vanessa Bryant, her mother's lawsuit and the value of childcare
Vanessa Bryant's messy legal dispute with her mother has also got us talking about the value of housework.
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A Christmas Carol: How Scrooge is saving theatres this Christmas
The theatres looking to Dickens' classic tale to stay afloat and raise spirits despite Covid-19.
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Covid vaccine: 'Disappearing' needles and other rumours debunked
We examine widely shared false claims about vaccines - from "disappearing" needles to a "dead" nurse.
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'We're having a sustainable Christmas'
How can you have green, yet affordable, festivities?
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'God will forgive me or not': Inside the world of a people smuggler
Noor charges Afghans thousands of dollars to travel to Europe. He claims he is getting out of the business.
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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: 'How we survived when Mekelle was shelled'
Ethiopia's prime minister says no civilians were killed in the Tigray conflict. Three witnesses say otherwise.
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Grenfell Tower inquiry: 'Whistleblower' refusing to give evidence
Claude Wehrle is one of at least two cladding firm workers holding out, a letter seen by the BBC reveals.
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Boudicca revolt: Essex dig reveals 'evidence of Roman reprisals'
Archaeologists link the destruction of a "high status" village to the uprising in Roman Britain.
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Alan Shearer would 'not be so sure' about Arsenal staying in Premier League
Former England captain Alan Shearer says he would "not be so sure" about Arsenal surviving in the Premier League at the end of the season.
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Watford sack head coach Ivic after four months
Watford sack head coach Vladimir Ivic after just four months in charge.
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The Papers: 'Christmas cancelled', and 'surging mutant virus'
The new festive restrictions dominate Sunday's papers, with the PM facing increasing criticism.
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Friday, December 18, 2020
Congress Preps To Elect New Chief; Gandhis, Rebels Meet Today: 10 Points
Congress chief Sonia Gandhi will flag off a series of meetings today - to be held over the next 10 days - with senior party leaders to elect the next president, top spokesperson Randeep Surjewala...
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COVID-19 Vaccine Can Turn People Into "Crocodiles": Brazilian President
Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has launched an attack on coronavirus vaccines, even suggesting that the one developed by Pfizer-BioNTech could turn people into crocodiles or bearded ladies.
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Covid: Ministers meet amid rising infection rates in England
The PM is "hoping to avoid" another national lockdown, but nearly 90% of hospital beds are full.
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Long Covid: 'I used to run, now I can walk 200 metres'
Dr Nathalie MacDermott, 38, explains how Covid-19 has affected her life.
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Brexit: UK-EU trade talks enter critical 48-hour period
The EU says the "moment of truth" has arrived as disagreements with the UK over fishing rights continue.
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Met Police officer sues over 'sexual and racist' texts
The ex-officer is suing her former colleague after he used racist and sexual language in his messages.
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Quiz of the Year, part two: What went on during lockdown?
How well do you remember the news of the past 12 months?
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Microplastics, drugs and food - how jellyfish can help us
Jellyfish are being used to develop new medicines, filters for microplastics and for food.
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Blindian Project: Celebrating black and South Asian relationships
Blindian Project runs workshops to prepare couples for tricky family introductions.
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North Korea: Potato propaganda is back... but what does it mean?
Why is North Korea promoting the humble spud in movies, culinary shows, and news reports?
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Week in pictures: 12-18 December 2020
A selection of some of the most powerful images taken around the world this week.
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The 'ghost' silhouettes popping up in a Scottish Borders village
Residents of West Linton have seen all kinds of creatures appear since the Covid pandemic began.
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Sir David Attenborough on Joe Biden, Christmas wrapping... and flamingos
Sir David examines how wildlife adapts to the forces of nature, such as volcanoes, in a new series.
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Covid at Christmas: 'Chris Whitty is more popular than Britney Spears'
England's chief medical officer and his deputy Jonathan Van-Tam prove popular with shoppers.
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My Money: 'I'm a 33-weeks' pregnant doctor'
Helen Edwards, an NHS doctor from the West Midlands in the UK takes us through her week's spending.
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Faith and fertility at Bethlehem's Milk Grotto
Some say the place where Mary is said to have nursed Jesus holds the power to help couples conceive.
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Amit Shah Arrives In Bengal For Two-Day Visit, Welcomed By BJP Leaders
BJP leader and Union Home Minister Amit Shah arrived in Kolkata after 1 am on Saturday on a two-day visit to take stock of his party's affairs in West Bengal ahead of the Assembly elections slated to...
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Covid: US approves Moderna as second vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration gives the green light for releasing millions of doses.
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Employers back requirement for large firms to disclose ethnicity pay gaps
A government report seen by the BBC suggests strong support for large firms having to publish the data.
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Covid-19: Fake 'immunity booster' found on sale in London shops
Tests carried out for the BBC show herbal remedy Coronil offers no protection from coronavirus.
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Graham Norton presents his final Radio 2 show after 10 years
The star is moving to Virgin Radio after a decade hosting Saturday mornings for Radio 2.
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Several US Political Leaders Line Up For Early Coronavirus Vaccines
Several senior US officials including Vice President Mike Pence got early Covid-19 vaccinations Friday, contrasting with Europe, where two leaders were quarantining after testing positive and EU...
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The Papers: 'Lockdown 3 fear' and Oxford jab 'before new year'
Many of Saturday's papers lead with the prospect the UK could enter national restrictions post-Christmas.
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Thursday, December 17, 2020
'Appalling' safety at Asda buyers' former company
Packaging firm co-owned by Mohsin and Zuber Issa was prosecuted after a series of injuries
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Covid: Pandemic 'exposes' UK security planning gaps
The response to Covid was "inadequate" and more could have been done to prepare, a report says.
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Chef 'comes of age' to win Masterchef: The Professionals title
The winner of this year's Masterchef: The Professionals series says "it is the best feeling ever".
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Covid: Moderna vaccine moves closer to US approval
A panel of US experts say the Moderna vaccine should be given emergency use approval.
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Electric cars will leave hole in tax revenues, says Treasury
The Treasury says taxes must rise or services cut to compensate for the loss of fuel tax income.
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Dog theft: Organised crime driving ‘epidemic’ of dog snatching
Dog theft: Organised crime driving ‘epidemic’ of dog snatching.
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Google sued again over anti-competitive search practices
US states accuse Google of unfairly abusing monopolies to dominate new tech like voice assistants.
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Celebrating Hanukkah and tackling anti-Semitism
Young Jews have marked the festival by posting videos honouring traditions and fighting anti-Semitism.
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Quiz of the Year, part one: Can you even remember January?
How well do you remember the news of the past 12 months?
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US couple find 100-year-old whisky bottles hidden in walls of home
In 1920, the US banned alcohol but bootleggers went to extraordinary lengths to hide the illicit goods.
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US congressman Joe Cunningham opens beer to toast bipartisanship
Joe Cunningham uses his farewell speech to call on people to "listen to each other, maybe even have a beer".
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Coronavirus and Christmas: 'I can't wait to see my grandkids'
A family look forward to being reunited at Christmas, after being separated for 10 months.
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Covid: How schools managed to save the Christmas nativity
Schools have found new ways of celebrating the festive period during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Coronavirus: Swiss count cost of surge in deaths
Swiss leaders decide on Friday whether to impose tougher measures, as deaths reach 100 a day.
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Biden cabinet: Does this new team better reflect America?
The role of a president's inaugural cabinet goes beyond just policy - let's take a closer look.
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Creating animal food from a greenhouse gas
Animal feed is often transported thousands of miles so scientists are looking at new production methods.
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The angry pop song calling out China's domestic violence problem
Xiao Juan is the first pop song in China to openly discuss what is seen by many as a sensitive topic.
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Respect Her Sentiment: India On Sheikh Hasina's Comments On Pakistan
India on Thursday appeared to endorse Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's recent comments that Pakistan cannot be forgiven for the atrocities it unleashed during the 1971 liberation war.
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Long Covid: Hospital patients to get checks at six weeks
Official guidance has identified 28 common symptoms like dizziness, breathlessness and chest pain.
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Wildfire smoke may spread infectious disease
Smoke from wildfires could be a surprising new route for the spread of microbes, experts believe.
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US cyber-attack: Hack of government agencies and companies poses 'grave risk'
The US cyber-security agency says thwarting the attack will be "highly complex and challenging".
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Covid: Sydney residents urged to stay home amid new outbreak
Residents are told to stay home as officials scramble to contain a cluster ahead of Christmas.
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The Papers: 'Bleakest midwinter' as Covid tiers extended
The extension of tier three Covid rules to more parts of England is the focus for many of Friday's front pages.
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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Covid: Areas in England await Covid tier changes
NHS bosses express concern about "prematurely" easing restrictions in areas of northern England.
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Covid Transmission Chain Can Be Broken In Six Months, Says AIIMS Chief
It could take up to six months before a sufficient number of people could be vaccinated to break the chain of coronavirus transmission and another six months before life could get close to the...
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PM Chief Guest At Centenary Celebrations, AMU Warns About Politics
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the centenary celebration of the Aligarh Muslim University on December 22. He will be the chief guest and attend the priogramme virtually with Union Education...
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India And World Bank Sign $400 Million Project To Help Aid Poor
India on Wednesday signed a pact worth 400 million dollar with the World Bank in a bid to aid the poor and vulnerable reeling under the coronavirus crisis.
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UK and US in talks over mini trade deal
US trade chief Robert Lighthizer says he is working with Liz Truss on a deal to reduce trade tariffs.
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Cancelling Christmas: 'They said they understood'
As infections rise, these people say they've decided to cancel their Christmas plans.
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Covid: Cancer scan backlog raises late detection fears
Waiting times grow across the UK for potentially life-saving MRI and CAT scans, figures show.
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Dancing starling spectacle solves power cut mystery in Airth
Engineers investigating the unexplained outages found they were caused by murmurations of starlings.
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Covid: Woman discovers 'thrill' of wildlife photography in lockdown
Laura Lake now loves capturing wildlife after borrowing a camera and a zoom lens earlier this year.
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In pictures: The beauty of toilets
Photographer Elena Heatherwick captures the stories behind them in villages in Rwanda and Madagascar.
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Our Lives: 'It's not impossible to be happy'
BBC journalist Emma Clifford Bell visits Drumchapel, Scotland, to see how lockdown has impacted lives there.
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'Christmas is here again' sung by schools around the UK
Emma Hutchinson's efforts to create something positive in lockdown led to a Christmas song.
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Dangerous cladding: 'Fire patrols at our flats cost us £500,000'
Years after flammable cladding issues emerged, more flat owners are facing costly 24-hour patrols.
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Coronavirus doctor's diary: 'Have I got Covid for a second time?'
Dr John Wright thought he'd had Covid in spring - but last week he tested positive. So what's going on?
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Viola Davis: 'In my world, there are a lot of Ma Raineys'
Viola Davis on her new movie with Chadwick Boseman and how black women are represented on screen.
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How Phoebe Bridgers made one of 2020's best albums
The making of Punisher, from break-ups and primal screams to learning how to drive a tractor.
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Legal Notice Sent To 4 AAP Leaders Over "False Allegations": Civic Body
A senior leader of the BJP-led North Delhi Municipal Corporation on Wednesday claimed that "legal notices" have been sent to Delhi minister Satyendar Jain and three other senior AAP leaders for...
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Marcus Rashford's mum: 'Sometimes we didn't even have bread in the house'
Speaking publicly for the first time, Mel Maynard says sometimes she went without food so her children could eat.
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Covid and vitamin D: 'Not enough evidence' for treatment
People are still advised to take a daily supplement this winter to keep bones and muscles healthy.
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More families 'trapped in temporary accommodation' in England
The number of people without a permanent home in England is at its highest level in 14 years, a report says.
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China's Chang'e-5 mission returns Moon samples
A capsule lands in Inner Mongolia with the first lunar rock to be brought to Earth in 44 years.
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Twitter to Shut Down Periscope Streaming App by March 2021
Twitter said it would shut down live-streaming app Periscope due to declining usage over the past couple of years and high supporting costs.
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The Papers: PM's 'stark warning' for merry 'little' Christmas
Boris Johnson's call for a short, small celebration makes the front of most of Thursday's front pages.
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Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Covid: First care home residents in Wales get vaccine
A care home pilot for the Covid jab will begin later ahead of a possible rollout before Christmas.
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Post-Grenfell cladding inspections find other fire risks
Hundreds of tower blocks have been discovered with faulty fire prevention measures, the BBC finds.
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Glastonbury 2021: Emily Eavis says 'we're doing everything we can'
But "we're a long way from being able to say we're confident 2021 will go ahead," Emily Eavis says.
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Prato: The Italian town turning rags into new clothes
A small Italian town has built its fortune on transforming the world's old scraps into new clothes.
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Our Lives: 'We don't have to be shooting each other'
The BBC's Fergal Keane returns to Northern Ireland to see how one community is dealing with the legacy of the Troubles.
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Beirut explosion: The architect rebuilding families' homes for free
Joe Salloum and his team are bringing hope, and homes, back to people who live in the poorest areas of Beirut.
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Vaccine doctors on TikTok: 'Come for the fun, stay for the science'
Meet the doctors working on vaccines and providing information about the jabs on TikTok.
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The Archers tackles the 'hidden' connection between disability and modern slavery
As The Archers reveal three characters kept as slaves have a learning or mental health disability, how widespread is the problem in the UK?
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'Fear is the only thing that stops you. I had to give it a try'
Three stories of people working in retail who set up new businesses during Covid-19.
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Germany starts Christmas lockdown amid Covid surge
New restrictions come into force limiting festivities to the smallest of family gatherings.
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French culture takes centre stage in Covid protest
Actors, musicians and theatre directors gather to criticise the decision not to reopen culture venues.
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'Tier 3 has ruined our dream restaurant opening'
With sit-down dining now off the menu in much of England, restaurant owners say they're facing a difficult Christmas.
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Historic England: Shipwreck and Selfridges on 2020 protected list
Historic England has added 423 sites to its National Heritage List in 2020.
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Trump To Continue Election-Related Litigation, Says White House Official
US President Donald Trump will continue his legal fight for re-election, said White House spokeswoman Kayleigh McEnany during a press briefing on Tuesday (local time).
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Housing: Formula for locating new homes revised after Tory backlash
Urban developments in the Midlands and north of England will now be prioritised in government U-turn.
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Rail fares to rise more than expected next year
January's planned rise is delayed until March - when prices will increase by an inflation-busting 2.6%.
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Great Pyramid: Lost Egyptian artefact found in Aberdeen cigar box
The 5,000-year-old piece of wood, originally found in the Great Pyramid in 1872, is said to be "hugely significant".
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Prince Harry and Meghan sign Spotify podcast deal
In a trailer, the couple promise "different perspectives" and interviews with "amazing people".
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The Papers: 'Carry on Christmas' as PM refuses to scrap rules
The front pages focus on whether plans to ease restrictions over Christmas could be scrapped or cut.
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What are the Christmas Covid rules?
Laura Foster explains who you can see and how to stay safe.
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Kangaroos can 'communicate' with humans, study finds
Their behaviour challenges a notion that such abilities come only from domestication, a study finds.
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Vi (Vodafone Idea) Reportedly Rolling Out Wi-Fi Calling Service
Vi (formally known as Vodafone Idea) has started rolling out its Wi-Fi calling service in India, according to a report. Alongside the new rollout, Vi has upgraded its portfolio with the Rs. 59 and...
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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: About 2.3 million children cut off from aid, UN says
The UN urges access to the region where Ethiopian government forces have been battling local fighters.
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Monday, December 14, 2020
A68a iceberg: Science mission to investigate frozen giant
Scientists will send robotic vehicles under the colossal berg drifting in the South Atlantic.
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Covid-19 isolation 'detrimental for children' - Ofsted
Periods of repeated isolation have "chipped away" at pupils' progress pupil , says the head of Ofsted.
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New Covid strain: How worried should we be?
Scientists will keep a close eye on this variant to see if it is a better spreader than others.
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Covid: Millions more face tier 3 as new strain identified
London, most of Essex and parts of Hertfordshire will enter the toughest restrictions on Wednesday.
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Gay 'conversion therapy': Man given electric shocks demands apology
A university is accused of giving traumatising electric shocks in the 1970s to "cure" homosexuality.
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Joe Biden says 'will of people prevailed' after victory confirmed
The Democrat has been formally certified as the next US president by the country's electoral college.
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Covid: Twelve charts on how Covid changed our lives
From cancelled operations to benefit claim rises, how has the pandemic impacted peoples' lives?
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Australia storms: Floods spark evacuation warnings for NSW towns
Some New South Wales residents are told to leave their homes, after storms batter two states.
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Actor Craig McLachlan cleared of indecent assault
The former Neighbours actor has consistently denied allegations raised by four women in Australia.
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Cartoonist Charlie Mackesy: 'Don't give up, the storm ends'
Cartoonist Charlie Mackesy dedicated his drawings to the people on the front line tackling Covid-19.
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Nottingham street dancer: ‘Why I dance in front of strangers’
Jamal Sterrett performs a style known as bruk up.
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Experiencing a lockdown world through hang gliding
Hang glider Wolfgang Siess lost his job due to coronavirus, so he started filming his flights to try and attract more people to the sport.
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Yemen: How Covid-19 spread in a war zone
Already facing a humanitarian crisis, Yemenis have been left in the dark over the coronavirus outbreak.
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MasterChef final is dream come true for Nepal’s Santosh Shah
Getting to the MasterChef final is like a dream for Santosh Shah, who is from a tiny village in Nepal.
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'We'd just begun our careers - and then the pandemic hit'
The sudden lockdown in March turned the world of work upside down for millions, including the very newest, apprentices.
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Hunger spikes, demand rises for US food banks
Amid the pandemic, one in eight Americans say their household has experienced a food shortage.
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A palm oil alternative could help save rainforests
Plantations for palm oil are blamed for rainforest destruction, but an artificial palm oil is close.
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Senegal's Dakar Fashion Week: The catwalk in a baobab forest
Held outside because of the pandemic, a fashion show in Senegal embraces the environmental message.
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Online harms law to let regulator block apps in UK
Ofcom would also be able to fine services huge sums if it believed they had failed to protect users.
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'Unconscious bias training' to be scrapped by ministers
The government scraps anti-bias training for civil servants and wants it to end across public sector.
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Hackney triple shooting: Man critical and two injured
Three men were rushed to hospital with "gunshot injuries" after the shooting in Hackney.
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William Barr: US attorney general to leave post by Christmas
President Trump announces the departure of William Barr, who disputed his election fraud claims.
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The Papers: 'Mutant' Covid as London 'plunged' into tier 3
A new variant of the virus and the capital going into the top level of restrictions dominates the front pages.
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Sunday, December 13, 2020
Ever Tried Anda Ghotala? The Smashing Street Food Recipe Involves No Scam!
Anda Ghotala is basically, chunks of eggs mixed in bhaji (of pav bhaji), finished off with a fried egg.
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"...Because Shudras Don't Understand": BJP MP Pragya Thakur's Shocker
BJP MP Pragya Thakur on Sunday hit out at Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over the attack on BJP president JP Nadda's convoy in West Bengal, and claimed the Trinamool Congress leader "has gone...
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"Next Four To Six Months Could Be Worst Of Pandemic," Warns Bill Gates
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, whose foundation has been part of the effort to develop and deliver COVID-19 vaccines, warned on Sunday that the next four to six months could be the worst of the...
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Railway Top Cop Peddles 600-Kilometre To Promote Cycling
Tamil Nadu Railway police chief C Sylendra Babu cycled a distance of 600-Kilometre between Chennai and Rameswaram in 36 hours to promote cycling among the youth.
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Covid vaccine: GPs in England to begin offering Pfizer jab
Surgeries in more than 100 locations are receiving their first deliveries of the Pfizer jab.
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Covid vaccine: How does a vaccine get approved?
The NHS is carrying out the biggest mass vaccination campaign in its history - what safety checks were made?
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Covid-19: London council tells schools to teach online
Greenwich council leader writes to head teachers and parents warning of "extreme risk" of rising cases.
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Australia storms: Wild weather lashes vast stretch of east coast
Heavy rain and huge ocean swells batter popular tourist spots, prompting hundreds of calls for help.
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Covid PPE: Hospital gowns that cost £122m never been used
Medical safety gear worth millions of pounds has yet to be distributed months after it was bought.
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Blood donation: Rule change means more gay and bisexual men can give blood
Men who have sex with men in a long-term relationship will now be able to donate blood at any time.
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The moment landmark hotel demolished in Virginia
The former Holiday Inn offered views of Washington DC, but was brought down without a hitch in a controlled implosion.
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Challenging dementia 'stigma' in Sikh communities
Nirmal Singh says he wants his community to learn from his family's experience with the disease.
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US election 2020: What is the electoral college?
The president of the United States is not chosen directly by voters, but by what's known as the electoral college.
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Contact tracer: 'People threaten us and block our calls'
An NHS Test and Trace worker says many members of the public don't answer or refuse to co-operate.
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The new podcast ‘smashing the box’ of disabled feminism
An 'unsanitised' retelling of the lives of Helen Keller, Mabel Normand and Rosa May Billinghurst in a new podcast reveals their impact on modern feminism.
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The surprise Christmas show for an audience of one
Dundee Rep Theatre is staging individual performances of its Christmas show at the homes of lucky nominees.
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How clean is the air in your office?
Due to Covid, and many of us hoping to return to the office in 2021, workplace air quality is a growing concern.
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Kenya's black market baby trade: A mother's choice
What drives a mother to sell her baby for £70? The story of a woman caught between poverty and traffickers.
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Farmers To Go On Hunger Strike Today As Protests Escalate: 10 Facts
As protests against the government's new agricultural laws escalate, all leaders of farmers' bodies - backing thousands of protesters camping near Delhi borders since late November - will hold a...
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Newspaper headlines: Extra time in Brexit talks for a "final push"
The ongoing Brexit talks dominate the front pages as the UK and EU agree to extend negotiations.
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New York Police Shoots Gunman Who Opened Fire At Christmas Concert
A man was shot and critically injured by police after he opened fire near crowds who had gathered to watch carol-singing outside a New York church on Sunday.
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What next for Arsenal as Gunners make worst start since 1974-75?
Kieran Tierney said Arsenal "deserved" to be booed off after being stunned at home by Burnley, so just how bad is the situation for the Gunners right now?
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Selby beats O'Sullivan to retain Scottish Open title
Mark Selby retains the Scottish Open title with a commanding 9-3 win over world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan in Milton Keynes.
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Saturday, December 12, 2020
Solar Eclipse 2020: Date, Time, Place Of Last Surya Grahan Of The Year
Solar Eclipse 2020: The last Surya Grahan will not be visible in India but people can watch it live on NASA's virtual link. The total Solar Eclipse will only be visible in parts of Chile and Argentina...
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Electoral College: The people who ultimately pick the US president
Members of the US Electoral College meet on Monday - but who are they?
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"Will Exceed Expectations": PM Modi On Paris Climate Talks Targets
India is not only on track to achieve its Paris Agreement targets, but to exceed them beyond expectations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said during the Climate Ambition Summit 2020 on Saturday,...
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Brexit: EU offer 'unacceptable' as trade talks continue
Post-Brexit trade talks have entered their final day but sources say there is little sign of agreement.
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US Covid vaccination: 'The mission begins'
Gen Gustave Perna says he is confident of the safe distribution of the "precious commodity" across the US.
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Paolo Rossi: Italian World Cup hero's home burgled during funeral
A watch and cash are among items reported stolen from the late World Cup winner's home on Saturday.
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Scotland care home vaccinations begin on Monday
Both staff and older residents will begin receiving the Pfizer/ BioNTech vaccine from the start of this week.
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Teenage glider pilot flies solo for first time on 14th birthday
Alex Westgate completed the flight in Leicestershire after he started training in March.
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US Hits 16 Million Covid Cases Even As Vaccine Begins Roll-Out
The United States hit a record 16 million COVID-19 cases on Saturday afternoon, with deaths closing in on the 300,000 mark, even as millions of doses of a new vaccine were expected to start rolling...
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Opinion: Should Sharad Pawar Replace Sonia Gandhi As UPA Boss?
An interesting debate has raised its head this week. According to media reports, the anti-BJP camp is debating whether Sonia Gandhi can be replaced by Sharad Pawar as the chairperson of the UPA.
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Call of Duty: US and British military go head to head
Teams from the US and British forces compete for the first time to raise money for veteran charities.
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Abortion laws: Polish women forced abroad for terminations
Even more Polish women are seeking abortions abroad, after the procedure has been all but banned.
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Hurricane season 2020: Is global warming making hurricanes stronger?
The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season was one of the most active on record - was it due to global warming?
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Drag Race UK: The Frock Destroyers on making music in lockdown
Divina De Campo, Blu Hydrangea and Baga Chipz appeared on season one of RuPaul's Drag Race UK.
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Heritage railway decked out with 13,000 Christmas lights
A heritage railway is running special seasonal services in the run up to Christmas.
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‘I was in prison at 20 - and a music executive by 28’
As he faced jail, the life Niyah Smith had once dreamed of looked impossible. But then came a chance to turn his fortunes around.
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Covid vaccines: Will drug companies make bumper profits?
Governments and charities have invested billions in vaccines developed by private firms.
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No pickers, no coffee: How Covid threatens Colombia's harvest
Labour shortages caused by the coronavirus pandemic are hitting coffee growers in Colombia hard.
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The women inspiring others in a male-dominated industry
Women who have risen to the top in the banking world share the challenges they have faced.
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Impressive AJ, fans return, Fury responds & Mayweather's surprise appearance
Anthony Joshua stops Kubrat Pulev in style, fans return and Floyd Mayweather's surprise appearance - how the boxing world reacted.
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Article 370 Gone Forever, Will Never Come Back: Minister Anurag Thakur
Union Minister of State (MoS) Anurag Thakur on Saturday asserted that Article 370 has "gone forever", despite several statements made by former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Ministers Farooq Abdullah and...
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Newspaper headlines: 'Hours from a no deal' and Tory grandee 'fury'
The impending UK-EU trade talks deadline dominates the front pages.
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Joshua outclasses Pulev with ninth-round stoppage to raise hopes of Fury showdown
Unified world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua floors Kubrat Pulev four times on his way to a knockout win.
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Friday, December 11, 2020
Amazfit GTR 2 Smartwatch Pre-Order Begins Ahead of Launch in India
Amazfit GTR 2 can be pre-ordered via Amazfit India's website and Flipkart. The smartwatch is set to be launched in India next week. Amazfit GTR 2 is priced at Rs. 12,999 for the Sports Edition. The...
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Climate change: UK to end aid for fossil fuel projects abroad
As the UK hosts a key climate summit, the government announces an end to funding for overseas oil and gas.
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Space tourism: Virgin space plane set for first crewed flight
Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Galactic embarks on the first crewed flight of its rocket-powered tourist plane.
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Klarna plans to tell credit agencies if repayments fail
The Buy Now, Pay Later firm Klarna tells Money Box it plans to start reporting missed payments to credit referencing agencies.
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Monkeys could be banned as pets, says government
Many of the thousands of primates kept in homes in England are said to be living in misery.
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Covid: London's coronavirus levels rising, ONS says
But infections kept falling in most English regions as the second lockdown ended.
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How Saddam Hussein tried to break into the film business
Oliver Reed travelled to Iraq in the 1980s when Saddam Hussein tried to join the movie business.
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Covid: Homeless people in Milton Keynes left struggling for shelter
The BBC's Jon Ironmonger met rough sleepers on the streets of Milton Keynes.
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The Balkans on film, 25 years since the Dayton Agreement
Scottish photographer Chris Leslie has worked in the region since the 1995 Dayton Agreement.
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Week in pictures: 5 - 11 December 2020
A selection of striking images taken around the world this week.
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Covid vaccine: How will the UK jab millions of people?
The logistics of delivering the biggest vaccination programme the country has ever seen.
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The science of addiction: Do you always like the things you want?
A leading US scientist, Prof Kent Berridge, has transformed our understanding of human desire.
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Pushbacks: Migrants accuse Greece of sending them back out to sea
Greece insists such accusations are an insult but some migrants documented their trips with GPS.
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Test and Trace: 'Tackling Covid got me a job'
Newsbeat finds out what it’s like to work for NHS Test and Trace.
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'I made £1,265 selling my clothes second-hand'
Resale clothing and accessories sites like Depop, Poshmark and ThredUp say activity is up due to the pandemic.
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Car Hits Multiple Protesters At Black Lives Matter March In New York
A motorist struck about half a dozen people taking part in a protest in New York City on Friday, causing injuries but no deaths, police and eyewitnesses said.
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US Top Court Dismisses Texas Suit Seeking To Overturn Trump's Poll Loss
The US Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a bid by Texas to overturn the results of the presidential election, which Republican Donald Trump lost to Democrat Joe Biden, in a fresh setback for the...
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Aztec skull tower: Archaeologists unearth new sections in Mexico City
A further 119 skulls of men, women and children are found near a famous Aztec temple in Mexico City.
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Newspaper headlines: Christmas plans warning and 'IT chaos' hits vaccines
A call to rethink Christmas bubbles and a warning from GPs over computer systems are among the stories leading the papers.
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Delhi Man, Trying To Stop Fight, Dies After Being Stabbed 22 Times: Cops
A man died after he was stabbed 22 times, while his two friends were injured in a fight with another group of three people, including a juvenile, the police said on Friday.
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