11.5 Lakh Vaccine Doses Wasted? Rajasthan Denies Union Minister's Claim

Union Jal Shakti Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Monday alleged that Rajasthan wasted 11.5 lakh doses of coronavirus vaccine.

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Peru Covid Deaths Doubled After Revision, Hit Grim Global Record

Peru on Monday more than doubled its official coronavirus death toll, becoming the country with the highest Covid-19 mortality per capita anywhere in the world.

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Rescuers question what3words' use in emergencies

Mountain Rescue in England and Wales shows the BBC dozens of wrong addresses it has been given.

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Rajasthan Eases Lockdown Restrictions Amid Decline In Covid Cases

As the declining trend in COVID-19 cases continued, the Rajasthan government on Monday issued guidelines to start the "unlock" process by easing certain restrictions from June 2.

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Domino’s seeks 5,000 workers as staff return to old roles

Domino’s said Brexit uncertainty and pandemic hires departing were responsible for the shortage.

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Madras High Court Orders Covid-Linked Audit Of Renault-Nissan Plant

Auto major Renault-Nissan will undergo inspection by government officials tomorrow over its compliance with COVID-19 safety precautions, the Madras High Court said as the workers went on strike today.

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पुरुष और महिला खिलाड़ियों की फैमिली भी जाएगी इंग्लैंड:यूके की सरकार ने दी इजाजत, खिलाड़ियों के साथ-साथ कोचिंग और सपोर्ट स्टाफ का परिवार भी रवाना होगा

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Yemen fishermen find $1.5m of ambergris in the belly of a whale

A lucky find in the belly of a whale has changed the lives of a group of poor Yemeni fishermen.

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Covid: Horse therapy for NHS nurse is 'magical'

Intensive care sister Amanda White, who lost her nephew to the virus, says the therapy "reset" her.

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Lockdown album written by Bungay singer, 16, after cancer diagnosis

Pearll, who is now in remission, says she saw the spare time as an "opportunity" to record songs.

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Alfred Fagon: Why his 70s play about black British life still resonates today

Alfred Fagon's pioneering The Death of a Black Man still holds true as it receives a revival.

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Why electric cars will take over sooner than you think

The BBC's Justin Rowlatt explains why we are accelerating towards an electric car future.

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Then and now: Pandemic clears the air

Air pollution is one of the most damaging forms of environmental damage, yet the global Covid-19 pandemic showed us how quickly we could clear the air.

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Corrie actor Colson Smith: 'I've been trolled over my weight for 10 years'

Corrie actor Colson Smith's new show about his love of running is called Bored of Being the Fat Kid.

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The story of Spain’s ‘terrifying confidence’ – and how it conquered the world

One night of embarrassment in October 2006 convinced Spain that something had to change - sparking a momentum shift in world football.

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The dancer aged 106 who bans the word 'old'

Meet Sydney artist Eileen Kramer, who has had some of her most productive years since turning 100.

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Iran's presidential election: Four ways it matters

As Iranians prepare to go to the polls this month, here is why the vote will be closely watched.

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'Gene therapy is a game changer for our son'

A five-month-old becomes the first person in England to receive a drug for a devastating disorder.

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Covid-19: Red list arrivals terminal opens at Heathrow Airport

The dedicated location is for passengers arriving in the UK from nations judged to be most at-risk.

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NSA spying row: US and Denmark pressed over allegations

Denmark is accused of helping the US spy on European politicians such as Germany's Angela Merkel.

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Kingstanding stabbing: Hunt for attackers after boy 14, stabbed to death

Police say up to seven people ran off after the teenager was attacked in north Birmingham.

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Fears vulnerable children traumatised by pandemic

Social workers fear many vulnerable young people have slipped under the radar during the pandemic.

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Flat owners warning over rooftop developments

Leaseholders warn about the potential dangers of adding rooftop developments on blocks of flats.

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"Delhi's Hindrance Creators": JP Nadda Attacks AAP Without Naming It

Marking seven years of BJP rule in India, party chief JP Nadda launched the Seva hi sangathan programme and attacked AAP and Arvind Kejriwal over their criticism of the national party.

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War Horse actor salutes 80s gay Soho in one-man show

Jack Holden's play tells the story of a man diagnosed with HIV who decides to party his last days away.

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Uganda: Finding the truth behind a killing spree in Kampala

BBC finds evidence Ugandan security forces killed unarmed people during a crackdown in November 2020.

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James Barnor: The 91-year-old's photos bringing Ghana to life

Ghanaian-British photographer James Barnor's work is being exhibited at the Serpentine Gallery in London.

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South Korea: From food wasters to recyclers

The country now recycles more than 95% of its food waste - how did they do it?

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Tulsa Race Massacre: What happened in 1921?

Exactly 100 years ago the city in Oklahoma saw one of the biggest race massacres in US history.

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Metal, money, mystery: How Sanjeev Gupta built his empire

The UK helped metals tycoon Sanjeev Gupta save the country's last smelter. It was a lucrative deal.

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The Indian children orphaned by Covid-19

Officially, hundreds of children have lost both their parents. Experts say the number may be much higher.

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The Motherload: How pandemic anger almost destroyed a mums' support group

Abusive messages from angry mums during lockdown almost caused the founder of The Motherload to close it down.

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Are businesses really tackling racial inequality?

Are businesses doing enough to tackle racial inequalities in the boardroom and workplace?

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Noisy appliances: How loud is your house?

Environmental consultancy Quiet Mark is on a mission to ensure technology is seen but barely heard.

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Biosecurity warning over loosely-regulated virus labs

Governments do not have controls to stop terrorists accessing labs and posing a biological threat.

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Israel's Netanyahu Could Lose PM Job As Rivals Move To Unseat Him

Israeli nationalist hardliner Naftali Bennett said Sunday he would join a potential coalition government that could end the rule of the country's longest-serving leader, Prime Minister Benjamin...

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Rs 10 Lakh Aid For Families Of Journalists Who Died Due To Covid In UP

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced Rs 10 lakh financial aid for family members of journalists who died due to COVID-19.

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पोवार से झगड़े को भूल चुकी हैं मिताली:महिला टीम की कप्तान ने कहा- 21 साल से खेल रही हूं, जानती हूं कि निजी मसले को तूल देने का मतलब नहीं

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Israel coalition government a threat to security, warns Netanyahu

The prime minister urges right-wing politicians not to join a proposed new unity government.

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NSA spying row: Denmark helped US gather data on European officials, says report

Denmark's secret service is accused of helping the US target politicians such as Germany's Angela Merkel.

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Hundreds more Afghans and their families to be allowed to settle in UK

Hundreds more who worked for the British military and government will be allowed to settle in the UK.

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Eviction ban end puts thousands in fear of losing their homes

Renters are twice as likely as homeowners to worry about housing costs, a charity's research suggests.

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Whiplash: New rules to crackdown on fraudulent insurance claims

The reforms will save millions of motorists £35 a year in reduced premiums, the government says.

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Scores Of Children Kidnapped From Islamic Seminary In Nigeria: Officials

Gunmen on Sunday kidnapped scores of children from an Islamic seminary in central Nigeria's Niger state, police and residents said.

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UAE Extends Suspension On Flights From India Till June 30

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Sunday extended the suspension of passenger flights from India till June 30 to combat the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Newspaper headlines: Jabs 'ramped up' and Covid passport 'scrapped'

The vaccination programme and plans for Covid status certificates make the front pages of the papers.

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Chelsea Shatter Man City's Treble Hopes To Win 2nd Champions League Title

Champions League Final: Kai Havertz's goal secured a tense 1-0 win for Chelsea over Manchester City and helped Thomas Tuchel's men to their second Champions League title.

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1.65 Lakh New Covid Cases In India, Positivity Rate Below 10% For 6th Day

India recorded less than 2 lakh Covid cases for the third consecutive day with 1.65 lakh fresh infections, taking overall case count to 2.78 crore. The positivity rate remained below 10 per cent for...

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1 Dead, 4 Taken To Hospital After Shooting Near Toronto

Police in the Peel region near Toronto said on Saturday one person was killed and four were transported to hospitals in the Toronto area "in various conditions" after a shooting.

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चेल्सी ने जीता UEFA चैंपियंस लीग का खिताब:फाइनल में मैनचेस्टर सिटी को 1-0 से हराया, 9 साल बाद यूरोप की चैंपियन बनी चेल्सी

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Senior MP demands answers for leaseholders

Clive Betts asks why new guidance for leaseholders selling or remortgaging flats is not being followed.

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Unfair To Call Kumbh Mela Covid "Super-Spreader", Says Top Official

A top Kumbh Mela official Saturday said it was unfair to call it a Covid "super-spreader" as just 0.2 per cent of the total RT-PCR tests conducted in Haridwar from January 1 till the conclusion of the...

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Hospitals Can't Offer Vaccine Packages With Hotels: Centre To States

Some private hospitals are giving package for Covid vaccination in collaboration with luxury hotels in violation of the guidelines and legal action needs to be initiated against them, the Centre said...

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Weekend Lockdown To Continue In Madhya Pradesh: Shivraj Chouhan

Though the Madhya Pradesh government has approved a phase-wise unlocking of the "corona curfew" restrictions beginning June 1, the weekend lockdown will continue to be in force across the state, Chief...

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"Help Us Free...": Parents Of Belarus Critic Arrested From Diverted Plane

Hundreds of people in Warsaw on Saturday rallied in support of the Belarusian opposition, days after the regime in Minsk diverted a European passenger plane and arrested a dissident journalist...

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Actor Vijay Varma Buys A New Car And Uses An Epic Meme To Share The News

Vijay Varma is riding high on the success of his last few releases. It looks like the talented actor decided to treat himself for all his efforts. In a post on Saturday, the Gully Boy actor told his...

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Newspaper headlines: PM 'weds in secret' and Wuhan lab leak 'feasible'

The front pages are dominated by the 30-guest wedding of Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds.

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'I’m fine, really': Finding hope as Covid sweeps India

The BBC's Nikita Mandhani reflects on her personal experience of the second wave in India.

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How opera helped me come out as trans

Adrian Angelico is one of the few trans male opera singers in the world.

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Dogs rehomed: ‘She went from a defeated dog, to a great pet’

For dogs like June, a new home is a lifesaver - but more animals may need new homes post-lockdown.

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Covid: Teaching post-Covid patients to breathe again

A tai chi teacher found he was contacted by patients during the pandemic.

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Piccadilly 1965: How six Indian friends found their feet in the UK

One day in 1965 Praful Patel heard five men talking Gujarati in London's Central YMCA - they quickly became close friends.

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Samantha Azzopardi: Australia's notorious con artist sentenced for child theft

Authorities are baffled by the "bizarre crime" of a serial con artist who has travelled the world.

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Jeremy Clarkson reveals 'heartache' filming farming TV series

The Grand Tour star is swapping cars for tractors as he embarks on his first solo TV show for Amazon.

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Buying a pink NFT cat was a crypto nightmare

Trying to own a virtual feline proves to be an exhausting and expensive process.

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How Ben Crump became America's go-to civil rights lawyer

When families lose a loved one in a police shooting, more often than not Ben Crump gets a call. Why is he the go-to man?

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Covid and jobs: Why are hospitality workers leaving the industry?

While employers hunt for chefs, waitresses and bar staff, some workers have called time on the sector.

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Thomas Tuchel's masterclass leaves Pep Guardiola in despair

The story of Chelsea's Champions League showpiece cast both managers as its central characters.

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'I made the best selection to win the game' - but did Guardiola get it wrong?

Pep Guardiola was pragmatic following Manchester City's Champions League final defeat to Chelsea, but was it one tinker too many by the City boss?

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Delhi Government Invites Global Tenders For 10 Million Vaccine Doses

The Delhi government has floated a global expression of interest (EOI) for the procurement of 10 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine on an urgent basis.

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Covid Vaccines "The Most Important Subject": S Jaishankar On US Meetings

Calling COVID-19 and vaccines as one of the most important aspects of his discussions with top US officials, Foreign Minister S Jaishankar said the endeavour is to expand production of vaccines in...

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1.73 Lakh Fresh Covid Cases In India, Lowest Daily Rise In 45 Days

India's COVID-19 graph continued to show declining trend with 1.73 lakh new Covid cases recorded in the last 24 hours, the lowest daily spike in 45 days. Earlier this month, the country's daily cases...

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"Will Never Forget": US State Secretary On India's Help During Covid

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday held wide-ranging talks with his counterpart Antony Blinken and thanked the Biden administration for its "strong support and solidarity" with India at...

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Hardik Pandya Is "Creating Memories For Life" With Son Agastya

Hardik Pandya shared an adorable picture with son Agastya.

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BCCI की स्पेशल जनरल मीटिंग आज:बोर्ड और स्टेट एसोसिएशंस के बीच टी-20 वर्ल्ड कप की तैयारियों पर हो सकती है चर्चा; IPL के बाकी बचे मैचों का भी ऐलान संभव

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Biden budget: President sets out $6tn spending plan

The proposed budget would bring the US to spending levels not seen since World War Two.

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CCTV shows Khan before he carried out the attack

CCTV and other footage shown at the inquest shows Usman Khan before he carried out the attack.

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Emmys 2021: The binge-worthy TV shows in this year's race

Ted Lasso, The Queen’s Gambit, The Flight Attendant and I May Destroy You could all be nominated.

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Venezuela's paradise beach resort turns into violent nightmare

The region of Barlovento in northern Venezuela used to be a perfect Caribbean holiday destination.

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Tokyo 2020: Meet the armless archer aiming for gold at the Paralympics

Matt Stutzman was born without arms and always wanted to be a professional athlete.

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Week in pictures: 22 - 28 May 2021

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

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After a 32-year battle for justice, what is Hillsborough's legacy?

As the collapse of the last criminal trial marks the end of a long legal road, Judith Moritz asks what the legacy of Britain’s worst sports disaster is.

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George Floyd: After a flood of donations, what next?

The Minnesota Freedom Fund received $40m in the wake of Floyd's death. What happened after?

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Tetraplegic Steven Webb is elected mayor of Truro

Steven Webb was paralysed as a teenager and 30 years later has become mayor of his home city.

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Mud reveals secrets of when humans began to change planet

Scientists have tracked 4,000 years of human influence on the planet - all from long tubes of mud.

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Is Kintyre's 'Route 66' the next road to recovery?

K66 is being promoted as a new scenic route on and around the Kintyre peninsula in Argyll.

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Champions League final: Dover Athletic face ruin in 'dog eat dog' football world

English clubs dominate Europe, but Dover Athletic face ruin at the bottom of the football pyramid.

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Sonia Gandhi's Move To Fix Issues Amid Amarinder Singh-Navjot Sidhu Feud

Congress president Sonia Gandhi on Friday set up a three-member committee to resolve differences among its leaders in Punjab amid an open war of words between Chief Minister Amarinder Singh and his...

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NHS calls for ban on toy neodymium magnets amid child safety fears

In England, 65 children have needed urgent surgery after swallowing magnets in the last three years.

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Festivals face 'another lost summer' without government safety net, MPs say

Many events can't proceed without government-backed cancellation insurance, a committee of MPs says.

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Stonewall boss defends new strategy amid criticism

Nancy Kelley says she is excited about its path despite claims it is taking an "extremist stance".

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Mantuan roundel: UK places export bar on £17m artefact

Ministers want the unique 15th Century piece depicting mythical gods to be "saved" for the nation.

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Mehul Choksi Can't Be Deported Yet, Says Dominica Court, Grants Legal Aid

A court in Dominica has put on hold the deportation of fugitive diamond jeweler Mehul Choksi, who was arrested in the Caribbean island nation while trying to escape to Cuba from Antigua, where he had...

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Over 100 Inflammatory Syndrome Cases In Children As Post-Covid Reaction

More than 100 cases of multi-organ inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) have been reported in northern India in the last five days as post-Covid reaction, Indian Academy of Pediatric Intensive...

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Covid: Surgery waiting times could be cut with specialist hubs, say surgeons

Surgeons in England want specialist sites for non-urgent operations delayed because of the pandemic.

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What Next For Mehul Choksi, Arrested In Island Nation? Dominica Says This

Mehul Choksi can only be sent back to Antigua and Barbuda since he is a citizen of the Caribbean island nation and not India, the fugitive businessman's legal team in Delhi has said after he was...

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Apprehension That We Are Going Chinese Way: Infosys' Former Top Official

Information Technology industry veteran V Balakrishnan on Thursday criticised the new digital rules, alleging that they appear to be unduly compromising the privacy right of citizens.

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Patrisse Cullors: Black Lives Matter co-founder resigns

Patrisse Cullors says her exit is nothing to do with "right-wing attacks that tried to discredit my character".

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Covid in Scotland: Decision due on Glasgow restrictions

Nicola Sturgeon is to announce whether Glasgow will remain in level three of Covid-19 restrictions.

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US 'rapidly' planning to evacuate Afghan interpreters

A top US general says their lives could be in danger as American troops prepare to leave Afghanistan.

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Barack Obama praises Marcus Rashford in Zoom meeting

Former US president gives his backing to footballer and anti-poverty campaigner Marcus Rashford.

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Covid: Small businesses' account delays are over, insist banks

Start-ups had expressed anger that some banks had stopped accepting new account applications.

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Pockit promises action over frozen customer accounts

The head of the online pre-paid card firm vows to act after some customers have their accounts frozen.

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Canary Islands: 'Taking in migrants changed my life'

A British businessman has turned his Canary Islands hotel into a home for migrants from Africa.

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Brighton artist turns coma hallucinations into graphic novel

Zara Slattery had vivid hallucinations during a medical coma while fighting a flesh-eating bug.

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The teenagers fighting India's deadly Covid crisis

Suhani and Prabhpreet are part of a team who find and verify what resources are available for families in need.

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Cicadas: The US chef cooking up the insect 'flavour bombs'

Billions of cicadas have emerged in the US and Brooklyn cook Joseph Yoon is making good use of them.

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Taiwan must choose between virus and politics

The island is desperately seeking vaccines - but must decide whether to accept China's offers of help.

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Glasgow: The city that has been locked down for nine months

People in Glasgow have been enduring some of the strictest restrictions in the country since last autumn.

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The looming battle over abortion in the US

Pro-choice groups say many restrictions have been introduced in states across the US this year.

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In Tarun Tejpal acquittal, judge questions 'appropriate' behaviour for rape victims

A judge clears Tarun Tejpal of rape, noting the alleged victim appeared to be "in a good mood" afterwards.

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Drones and live-streams: How tech is changing conservation

Around the world, animal conservation has evolved so it's not just humans monitoring wildlife.

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PM Modi To Visit Odisha, Bengal Tomorrow To Review Damage By Cyclone Yaas

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Odisha and West Bengal tomorrow to review the damage caused by Cyclone Yaas in the two coastal states.

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Was COVID-19 Made In China Lab? Facebook Changes Stand On Posts

The latest move by Facebook, announced late Wednesday on its website, highlights the challenge of policing misinformation and disinformation on the world's largest social network.

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Newspaper headlines: Doubt over lockdown easing as Hancock faces pressure

Friday's papers focus on warnings from the prime minister as fears grow over the Indian variant.

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Belarus plane: Lukashenko hits back at condemnation of journalist's arrest

As Western pressure grows, Alexander Lukashenko says his country's critics are "strangling" Belarus.

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The Black Lives Matter protests impacted relationships within families and couples in the UK.

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Belarusian airlines will be banned from EU skies after a flight was diverted and a journalist held.

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US President Joe Biden slammed Belarus on Monday for the "outrageous" act of forcing a flight from Greece to Lithuania to land in Minsk where a dissident journalist onboard was arrested.

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UK tourism spending 'worth just half of pre-pandemic level'

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Tuesday's front pages look back at Covid deaths in hospitals and ahead to further lockdown easing.

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India took less than a month to record its last 100,000 deaths but experts warn the toll is much higher.

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A year on from the death of George Floyd, BBC presenter Eddie Nestor examines his role as a father.

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The CBI says burying the Brexit hatchet and focusing on new opportunities will benefit everyone.

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Phil Mickelson becomes the oldest man to win a major as he claims the US PGA Championship to win a sixth major title.

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Trials suggest dogs could contribute to efforts to prevent the spread of Covid at mass gatherings.

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Martin Bashir apologised to Princes William and Harry but said claims linking his actions to her death were "unreasonable".

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China's Mars rover drove from its landing platform and began exploring the surface on Saturday, state-run Xinhua news agency said, making the country only the second nation to land and operate a rover...

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Israel-Gaza: What Bella Hadid’s stance says about changing conversations

Social media conversations on Israel-Gaza are changing, but why are many celebrities still staying quiet?

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Italy wins Eurovision: 'Rock and roll never dies'

Italy's Måneskin have won the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 with their entry, Zitti e Buoni.

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Guatemala disappeared: Reuniting families with the remains of loved ones

Thousands are still searching for their loved ones 25 years after Guatemala's armed conflict ended.

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Postcards: Londoners' lockdown secrets revealed

Eleanor Tattersfield sent out postcards asking people to divulge their lockdown secrets.

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Chris Higgins was diagnosed with dementia in lockdown after his wife noticed a change in his behaviour.

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BBC Moscow correspondent Sarah Rainsford gets rare access to the Russian military base, known as Arctic Trefoil.

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An emerging technology allows carers to remotely monitor a vulnerable relative's energy usage.

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Jon Cruddas: Labour guru's plan to win back the working class

Veteran Labour thinker Jon Cruddas says the answer to the party's woes is staring it in the face.

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Two brothers have received a $75m payout over their wrongful 1983 murder conviction.

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The poor district of Nandurbar was prepared for a deadly second wave - unlike the rest of India.

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At Least 16 Dead As Extreme Weather Hits China Cross-Country Race

At least 16 people were killed and five more are missing after extreme weather hit runners taking part in a 100-kilometre cross-country mountain race in China, state news agency Xinhua said Sunday.

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Martin Bashir: I never wanted to harm Diana and don't believe we did

The journalist says he is "deeply sorry" to Princes William and Harry over the 1995 Panorama interview.

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A US court ruled that Danny Masterson must stand trial for the alleged rape of three women at his home in the Hollywood Hills.

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One million more people will get text messages inviting them to book the first dose of their vaccine.

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The incident happened as the plane was trying to land in bad weather in Kaduna state, the military says.

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The two prison workers fabricated log entries to make it seem like they checked on Epstein.

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The Dialogue and Development Commission got donations for over 2,300 oxygen concentrators.

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US President Joe Biden said creating a Palestinian state alongside Israel is the "only answer" to the conflict.

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Lady Gaga said that she was raped by a music producer when she was 19.

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Over 3,000 fans will attend the final of this year's Eurovision Song Contest

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George Floyd death: How US police are trying to win back trust

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George Best: How Man Utd legend left for Dunstable Town

George Best was still only 28. A mercurial genius when on song for Manchester United, his next move was to Dunstable Town.

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Myanmar: The small embattled town that stood up to the army

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Timeline: Martin Bashir's actions from Diana interview to Dyson report

An inquiry into Martin Bashir’s interview with Princess Diana in 1995 concludes that he acted in a “deceitful” way.

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After Narada Order That Divided Judges, Larger High Court Bench Announced

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Israel-Palestinian conflict: Aid arrives in Gaza as ceasefire holds

Humanitarian convoys arrive as Gazans take stock of the damage from 11 days of intense fighting.

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Eurovision: United Kingdom's hopes rest on James Newman

Can the Settle-born singer take home the coveted glass microphone trophy from Rotterdam?

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Covid-19: Sewage testing ramped up in England

Programme to test wastewater for the virus that causes Covid now covers two-thirds of England's population.

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Behind the scenes of Glastonbury's live-stream concert

The five-hour show stars Jorja Smith, Coldplay and Haim - all playing to a deserted Worthy Farm.

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Up To 300% More Antibodies When Second Dose Delayed, Says Study

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FIR Against Captain Of Barge That Sank Off Mumbai On Survivor's Complaint

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Coronavirus Live Updates: Black Fungus Cases Concern For States

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Air Force Pilot Killed In MiG-21 Bison Accident In Punjab

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Prince Harry says heavy drinking masked pain of mum Diana's death

Prince Harry also says he was willing to turn to drugs to cope with grief, and had panic attacks.

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Hamas Claims Victory In Conflict With Israel After Ceasefire

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Indian-Origin Girl Elected Oxford Student Union President In Byelection

An Indian-origin Human Sciences student from Magdalen College at the University of Oxford has been declared the winner at the end of a Student Union (SU) byelection.

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Israeli-Palestinian ceasefire comes into effect

The ceasefire brings to an end 11 days of bombardment in which more than 240 people have died.

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Medical experts are concerned that low Covid infection rates may be leading to complacency.

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Israel, Hamas Begin Truce, Gazans Celebrate

A truce between Israel and Hamas began came into affect today.

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Shiv Sena Seeks Union Minister's Resignation After Barge Sinks Off Mumbai

The Shiv Sena today sought a high-level probe into the barge tragedy off the Mumbai coast during cyclone Tauktae and demanded the resignation of Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and the ONGC...

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Covid: Stillbirth and prematurity risks may be higher

A study suggests that while the overall risks remain low, coronavirus may increase stillbirths.

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Contaminated blood inquiry: Matt Hancock to give evidence

The health secretary will face questions about compensation for victims of contaminated blood on Friday.

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Schools set to lose £118m funding for poor pupils

Pupils who became eligible between October 2020 and January 2021 will not now be counted until October 2021.

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Higher plastic bag charge comes into force in England

Single-use plastic carrier bags in English shops now cost 10p, twice the previous price.

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Author Hilary Mantel says UK needs written constitution

The Wolf Hall writer bases her views on Boris Johnson's 2019 attempt to suspend Parliament.

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The Papers: Princes' 'rage and sadness' at BBC 'lies' to Diana

The findings of an inquiry into a BBC interview with Princess Diana dominates Friday's front pages.

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George Nkencho killing: 'The door closed and then I heard the shots'

George Nkencho was shot dead by police officers outside his Dublin home in December 2020.

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Dimple Arora was a 34 year-old-dentist with everything to live for when she died of Covid-19.

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Congressman Urges Biden To Give 60 Million Vaccine Doses To India

Raja Krishnamoorthi has urged President Joe Biden to allocate at least 60 million vaccine doses to India out of the 80 million announced earlier by the US President.

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Singapore on Thursday ordered Facebook and Twitter to carry a correction notice to users of the social media platforms in the country over what it says is a false statement about a new virus variant...

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Israel-Gaza: Hamas official predicts ceasefire 'within a day or two'

A Hamas official talks of a ceasefire "within a day or two", but firing from both sides continue.

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Nord Stream 2: Biden waives US sanctions on Russian pipeline

The US also waives sanctions on a Putin ally who leads the firm behind the Nord Stream 2 project.

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Republicans defy Trump to back Capitol riot probe

Thirty-five Republicans sided with Democrats in the House of Representatives to set up a commission.

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Thousands have fled intense armed clashes which involve Venezuela’s army and Colombia’s rebel groups.

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NI Covid-19 vaccine booking opens for 25-29 group

People aged from 25 to 29 years are now eligible for a Covid-19 vaccine from Thursday.

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296 people donate organs in first year of new consent law

Max and Keira's Law presumes all adults in England as potential organ donors unless they opt out.

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'Levelling up' must be more targeted, say peers

Lords warn Boris Johnson's pledge will leave deprived areas "short-changed" if not focused correctly.

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Niko Omilana and Max Fosh are two prominent YouTubers who stood for London mayor at the election.

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Butlin's resorts back open for business

Butlin's holiday resort in Skegness, Lincolnshire, welcomed back visitors and staff this week.

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Sixteen-year-olds try to break into China's livestream market

Xiao Yu is hoping for a career in livestream selling, an industry expected to grow to a value of £200bn in 2021.

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Eurovision 2021: Covid upsets Iceland's live shows

Iceland's entrant Daði og Gagnamagnið will no longer be performing live at Eurovision.

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US v Canada: Who won the vaccine rollout?

The BBC's Ritu Prasad and Holly Honderich discuss the Covid-19 vaccine rollout in their respective countries.

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'This is NYC's rebirth' says food truck owner

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BJP's ''Forgery'' To Divert Attention: Congress On "Toolkit" Charge

Congress chief spokesperson Randeep Surjewala accused the BJP party of deploying "forgery" to divert public attention from the government's alleged failures in managing the coronavirus pandemic.

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Breast implant scandal compensation ruling due

Thousands of women given substandard implants should finally find out if they will receive compensation.

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Teachers' grades biased to more 'agreeable' pupils

Psychologists warn teachers' grades will be influenced by students' personality rather than ability.

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Latin jokes: How the civil service is posher than in the 1960s

A behavioural code makes it harder for working-class mandarins to reach the top, report says.

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The Papers: Holiday 'police' to visit homes amid travel 'chaos'

Some papers report fears over travel, while others look at the status of plans to end lockdown in June.

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US Vaccines Effective Against Covid Variant Found In India: Top Officials

COVID-19 vaccines that are available in the United States are effective against the deadly variant that was first detected in India, top US health officials said on Tuesday.

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UP Minister Vijay Kashyap Dies Of Covid, PM Modi Pays Condolences

Uttar Pradesh Minister of State for Revenue and Flood Control Vijay Kashyap died from coronavirus at a Gurgaon hospital on Tuesday.

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Natasa Stankovic rocked in her all-white look, while India cricketer Hardik Pandya donned a new avatar that included a white-colored wig on his head and huge glasses.

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Nancy Pelosi Calls US, World Leaders To Boycott China's 2022 Olympics

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US Civil Rights Leader To Ask Biden 60 Million Vaccine Doses For India

Eminent American civil rights leader Rev. Jesse L. Jackson is urging President Joe Biden to release 60 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines to India, which is experiencing one of the worst outbreaks of...

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Covid: Government criticised over pre-pandemic planning

Ministers failed to prepare for a threat on the scale of the pandemic, the spending watchdog says.

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Rape victims: Calls for pre-recorded evidence to be used in trials

Seeing defendants face-to-face in court causes unnecessary stress, the victims' commissioner says.

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Many front pages report on confusion surrounding the government's advice on international travel.

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George Floyd one year on: Reflections from the UK

The BBC's Adina Campbell speaks to people in Coventry about the legacy of George Floyd's death.

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Kabul attack: 'You have to be brave to send your child to school'

Mothers speak of their grief and fear after bomb blasts near a Kabul school killed at least 85 people, many of them schoolgirls.

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'Women are perfectionists - it can hold us back'

Anna Brailsford from Code First Girls on the personality trait she thinks holds women back at work.

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Robot artist Ai-Da self-portraits go on display

Self-portraits by Ai-Da, an artist android, go on display at the Design Museum in London.

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India's holiest river is swollen with Covid victims

Hundreds of corpses have been found floating in the Ganges or buried in the sand of its banks.

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Under deadly attack French police demand better protection

Officers call for a tougher response to the violence they face after two were killed within a month.

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Denmark and the Syrian refugees no longer welcome to stay

Denmark is criticised for becoming the first European country to revoke residence status for 200 people.

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On the final day of the Bundesliga season in May 2001, Schalke were champions for four minutes and 38 seconds. It was agony.

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France Files Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Resolution At UN

France has filed a resolution with the UN Security Council, in coordination with Egypt and Jordan, calling for a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza conflict, the president's office said late Tuesday.

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Unpublished hospital patient safety reports exposed

BBC Panorama finds dozens of reports into concerns over hospital services have not been made public.

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UK government to pay older farmers to retire

Older farmers will be paid to retire under a UK government scheme to bring new blood into the trade.

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UK must do better over electric cars - MPs

They're still too expensive and there are not enough charging points, a report warns.

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146 Onboard Barge Adrift Off Mumbai Rescued In "Challenging Conditions"

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Dr KK Aggarwal, Ex-Chief Of India Medical Association, Dies Of COVID-19

KK Aggarwal, a former president of the Indian Medical Association and a prominent face of the medical fraternity in the country, died last night of Covid.

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Crypto Scammers Made Over $2 Million Through Fake Elon Musk Giveaways

Fake promised giveaways by celebrities such as Elon Musk are being used by scammers to cash in on interest in cryptocurrencies, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission said on Monday in noting a jump in...

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Coronavirus: Ministers to step up vaccine take up calls amid variant fears

Matt Hancock is urging anyone who is unsure about having a Covid jab to "look at the situation in Bolton".

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Pfizer vaccine can now be stored in fridge for longer, EU drug regulator says

The European Medicines Agency ruling could help the EU's Covid vaccine rollout.

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US To Share Extra 20 Million Covid Vaccine Doses With Other Countries

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Israel-Gaza violence: Joe Biden calls for ceasefire

The US president spoke with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu as violence continues.

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Delhi Police Announces Rs 1 Lakh Reward For Info On Wrestler Sushil Kumar

Delhi Police has announced a reward of Rs 1 lakh for any information that leads to the arrest of wrestler Sushil Kumar, who is on the run in connection with Chhatrasal stadium murder case.

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Biden's tax return shows steep fall in income

The filing shows he and his wife earned $607,336 last year, compared with $985,223 a year earlier.

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Long Covid pay decision for key workers could take a year

There is increasing concern about financial support if people can't return to work.

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Porn blocker 'missing' from Online Safety Bill prompts concern

Campaigners are "astonished" that a promised age check for porn is not in the Online Safety Bill.

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Green light for 'net zero' equivalent for nature

The government is expected to announce a legally-binding target for 2030 to halt nature loss.

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Wrongfully Convicted US Brothers To Receive $84 Million

Two African-American half-brothers who spent 31 years in prison in the southern US state of North Carolina for a crime they did not commit have been awarded $84 million, their lawyer said Monday.

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Biden Tells Netanyahu He Backs "Ceasefire" In Israel-Palestinian Conflict

US President Joe Biden told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday that he backs having a ceasefire in the bloody exchanges between Israelis and Palestinians, but he stopped short of...

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Russia spy chief suggests West behind SolarWinds cyber-attack

Sergei Naryshkin speaks to the BBC in a rare interview about 2020's SolarWinds cyber-attack in the US.

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Newspaper headlines: Fears over variant spread as millions reunited

Many papers report fears that the Indian variant could delay the planned end of lockdown in June.

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Carolyn Mendelsohn spent six years photographing dozens of girls aged between 10 and 12.

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Working from home: 'Why not work in the car?'

A support worker who relocated her office to her car during lockdown says she plans to stay put.

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Medical cannabis 'saved my life'

A student tells how medical cannabis means she is no longer living in pain.

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How US police training compares with the rest of the world

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Senior Bengal Journalist Anjan Bandopadhyay Dies After Battle With Covid

One of Bengal's leading news television anchors, Anjan Bandopadhyay, died in Kolkata Sunday night after a month-long battle against COVID-19. He was 56.

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Cyclone Tauktae Turns "Extremely Severe", Likely To Hit Gujarat Today

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Free At Last To Hug And Party: UK Reopens For Business

Friends will hug, pints will be pulled and swathes of the British economy will reopen on Monday giving 65 million people a measure of freedom after the gloom of a four-month COVID-19 lockdown.

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Long Working Hours Are A Killer, WHO Study Shows

Working long hours is killing hundreds of thousands of people a year in a worsening trend that may accelerate further due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the World Health Organization said on Monday.

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China 'Regrets' US Blocking UN Statement On Israel-Palestine Crisis

China on Sunday voiced regret that the United States was blocking a UN Security Council statement on Israeli-Palestinian violence as it urged greater international efforts to stop the bloodshed.

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IPL: Australian cricketers caught by India ban fly home

It comes as the government faces fresh criticism for failing to support Australians stranded in India.

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Israel Gaza conflict: Gazan officials say Sunday was 'deadliest day'

Gazan officials say 42 were killed, as the UN head calls for an end to "utterly appalling" violence.

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Israel Gaza conflict: Homes and buildings destroyed in Sderot and Gaza City

Rocket attacks on Israel and air strikes on Gaza have continued, turning homes on both sides to rubble.

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India's Covid crisis hits Covax vaccine-sharing scheme

The largest single supplier to the international Covax scheme has made no shipments since March.

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Nigeria's Boko Haram militants: Six reasons they have not been defeated

After more than a decade of fighting, the Islamist militant group is still causing havoc in the north-east.

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US Secretary of State In Flurry Of Calls To Seek End To Mideast Clashes

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Sunday held talks with key counterparts influential in the Middle East as the United States seeks to de-escalate deadly clashes between Israel and the...

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Campaign launched to mark Queen's Platinum Jubilee

People across the UK are encouraged to "plant a tree for the Jubilee" to mark the Queen's 70-year reign.

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The video-sharing site will pay for ads on buses, billboards and its own site to promote vaccination.

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High-resolution images of Israel and Gaza are available, so why not via public mapping tools?

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NewNew aims to connect artists with their fans who can vote on aspects of their work and daily life.

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Indoor entertainment venues in many areas can now reopen, so what's on and how will they work?

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Transgender men, such as Laurie, are not automatically contacted for potentially life-saving smear tests.

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Eurovision's highest-scoring winner Salvador Sobral says he now has to go his own way and set new goals.

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As the Indian Covid variant spreads in the UK, doctors raise concerns about Monday's easing of rules.

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Property in Wales: Buying a home 'unachievable' for many

Nearly half the homeowners helped by the Help to Buy scheme earn at least £40,000, a report says.

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Leading conservatives Raisi and Larijani enter Iran presidential race

Judiciary chief Ebrahim Raisi and ex-parliamentary speaker Ali Larijani register for the June vote.

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Israel bombed the home of Hamas's chief in Gaza early on Sunday and the Islamist group fired rocket barrages at Tel Aviv as hostilities stretched into a seventh day with no sign of abating.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, blaming Hamas for starting nearly a week of hostilities by firing rockets at Israel, said on Saturday Israel will continue to strike in Gaza as long as necessary and...

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Frankie Morris: Three arrested after teen's disappearance

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UN Chief "Deeply Disturbed" By Israel Strike On Gaza Media Building

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Covid: A tenth of Britain's restaurants lost during pandemic

As bars, pubs and restaurants get ready to welcome customers back indoors, some will not be reopening at all.

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Dubai is the world's busiest airport and its boss says vaccine passports will get us flying again.

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Conservationists have built an ingenious system to help the endangered Javan slow loris.

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A woman from County Londonderry has fostered more than 60 children over the last 14 years.

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We examine false and misleading claims from both sides that have been shared widely on social media.

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Saved from demise by Beatrix Potter, the Herdwick breed is synonymous with the lakes' landscape.

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For years a priceless sculpture collection lay hidden behind a door on the staircase leading to David Willey's flat.

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A year ago, the US economy tanked. Will it return to normal once the pandemic is over?

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The acts of this year's Eurovision have been navigating a global pandemic to take part in Rotterdam.

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Chelsea women: Why Emma Hayes is the driving force behind success

The Chelsea women's coach is hoping for a historic win in tonight's Champions League final.

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China lands its Zhurong rover on Mars

The six-wheeled robot has made the hazardous descent to the surface of the Red Planet, China announces.

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Lourdes: Pilgrims flock to French sanctuary online in their millions

With travel limited, millions are joining e-pilgrimages to a cave famed for its miraculous healings.

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Chile indigenous: Time to make our voices heard

Members of indigenous groups in Chile will be represented in the constitutional convention.

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China's Zhurong Rover Makes History With Mars Landing

China's Zhurong rover touched down on Mars early Saturday, state media reported, a triumph for Beijing's increasingly bold space ambitions and a history-making feat for a nation on its first-ever...

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Indian-American Neera Tanden To Serve As Senior Adviser To Biden

The Biden administration has announced that Indian-American Neera Tanden will join the White House as a senior adviser to President Joe Biden.

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India's Cumulative Vaccination Coverage Crosses 18 Crore Mark: Centre

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Last Debenhams stores close their doors

After 240 years of trading, the department store's remaining stores are welcoming customers for the last time.

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China uses Uyghur forced labour to make solar panels, says report

A report says 45% of the world's supply of a key panel component is obtained by a system of coercion.

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White House vows probe into migrant children kept on buses

In at least one case a child was kept on a coach for four days, waiting to join his family.

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Pokémon card sales at major US retailer halted over security fears

A major US chain acts after a customer pulled a gun in a fight over the collectible trading cards.

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UK troops seize IS weapons in Mali operation

A UK task force arrived in the West African country last year as part of a UN peacekeeping mission.

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Rough sleepers in England to get £203m funding to help them off the streets

But the number of people helped by the funding "will only scratch the surface", charity Crisis warns.

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A lost whale - 6,000 miles from home

A grey whale called Wally is lost in the Mediterranean - far away from its home in the Pacific. Why?

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Experts warn extreme weather could cause 'climate trauma' pandemic

Mitzi says she has "climate trauma" because of the typhoons that have repeatedly flooded her home.

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Liz Cheney: Why her sacking by the Republican Party matters

The BBC's Ros Atkins explains the decision to dismiss the congresswoman from her party leadership role.

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Eurovision 2021: From child refugee to Swedish pop star

"It's a huge honour for me... It's like the biggest thank you I can give."

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Week in pictures: 8 - 14 May 2021

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

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TikTok: How Israeli-Palestinian conflict plays out on social media

As fighting escalates, the social network has become a platform for airing grievances.

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"Abstract flowers in an otherwise arid field": a world of artistry, history and surprising beauty.

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Tokyo Olympics: Why doesn't Japan cancel the Games?

Current polls in Japan show nearly 70% of the population do not want the Olympics to go ahead.

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Theatres in England get ready to reopen, but fear a Covid plot twist

Which shows are opening from Monday, will audiences return - and could the comeback be short-lived?

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Is there a future for Alex Salmond?

The former Scottish first minister and SNP leader gambled on a breakaway new party and lost. Is this the end?

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Teen girl found in boat drifting for three weeks at sea

Aicha, 17, was making the journey from Ivory Coast to Europe for the "chance of a better life".

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Qatar Sends Consignment Of Medical Supplies To India

Qatar on Thursday sent a consignment of medical supplies including 200 oxygen concentrators, 40 ventilators and 4,300 Remdesivir vials to India as the latter reels from a devastating COVID-19 crisis.

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UN Security Council To Meet Sunday On Mideast After US Delay

The UN Security Council will hold a virtual public meeting Sunday to address the soaring violence between Israel and the Palestinians, diplomats said Thursday.

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Covid in Bolton: What's causing the spike?

The town has seen a sharp spike in Covid cases - driven by the emergence of the Indian variant.

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MPs urge Boris Johnson to deliver on social care reform vow

It comes after the Queen's Speech failed to give detailed proposals for the new system.

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SNP holds Airdrie and Shotts seat in by-election

Anum Qaisar-Javed wins the seat for the SNP after holding off a challenge from Scottish Labour.

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Covid crisis grips crowded Kolkata

Kolkata, one of the most densely-populated cities in India, hasn't escaped the Covid-19 surge.

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WCMX: The backflipping wheelchair star helping others

The first Australian to land a wheelchair backflip shares his skills to help others overcome obstacles.

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The singer-songwriter got stuck in Nashville, USA, during the pandemic.

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Africa's top shots: 7-13 May 2021

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

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'We cannot sleep': Mothers caught in the Israel-Gaza conflict

Mothers in Israel and Gaza tell the BBC they are terrified for their families as fighting escalates.

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As the DUP prepares to select a new leader, Chris Page says the party has detected worrying signs.

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How India's vaccine drive went horribly wrong

A botched-up plan for procuring jabs has dried up stocks and sent prices soaring on the private market.

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Jeff Bezos and the secretive world of superyachts

The world's richest man will reportedly set sail next month on one of the largest superyachts ever built.

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Face masks in labour: 'I feared I would vomit'

Women giving birth are exempt from face mask rules - but not all maternity staff know the rules.

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'Overcoming my silence as a child led me into speech therapy'

Niamh Foy was unable to speak to classmates at school, but finding her voice led her to help others.

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Building's hard problem - making concrete green

Concrete accounts for 8% of carbon dioxide emissions, but some firms are hoping to cut that down.

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Moved To US To "Break Cycle" Of Family "Pain And Suffering": Prince Harry

Prince Harry moved his wife and son to California to break a family cycle of "pain and suffering" after realizing his father Prince Charles "treated me the way he was treated," he said in an interview...

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Bihar Village Counts Its Dead, Says 70% People Sick But Few Covid Tests

The villagers say most of the people died from Covid-like symptoms, sometimes untested, sometimes before test results came in.

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Covid vaccines have saved 11,700 lives and 33,000 hospital admissions

Most deaths prevented were in the over-80s, and far fewer over-75s went to hospital, an analysis found.

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Covid: £13.5bn needed to help pupils catch up, report says

The Education Policy Institute also calls for a longer school day and summer activities.

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Howard Beckett: Labour suspends union official after Patel tweet

Howard Beckett had apologised for posting that Home Secretary Priti Patel "should be deported".

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Mary Beard's 'retirement present' to fund students

Historian and TV presenter is paying for scholarships to widen access to classics beyond "posh" people.

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The papers: Cameron's grilling and race to stop India variant

The former prime minister facing questions over the his lobbying features on several front pages.

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Tesla's Musk Reverses Course On Taking Bitcoin, Citing Climate Concerns

Tesla Inc has suspended the use of bitcoin to purchase its vehicles because of climate concerns, Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk said in a tweet on Wednesday.

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Tesla will no longer accept bitcoin over climate concerns, says Musk

The initial decision made by Tesla in March to accept bitcoin caused an outcry from environmentalists.

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Shoot Your Shot: US State Offers $1 Million Covid Vaccine Lottery

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Adar Poonawalla To Send 1.5 Crore Covishield Doses: Maharashtra Minister

Serum Institute of India CEO Adar Poonawalla has promised Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray to deliver 1.5 crore doses of COVID-19 vaccine Covishield to Maharashtra after May 20, said the state health...

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TV Giant Ellen Degeneres To End Her Long-Running Talk Show

Ellen DeGeneres, a star of daytime American talk show culture, on Wednesday said she was calling it quits after 19 seasons anchoring a TV staple that had become tainted by toxic workplace allegations.

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David Cameron to face MPs over Greensill lobbying

The former prime minister will be asked about his messages to ministers on behalf of the finance firm.

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What is going on between Israel and the Palestinians?

The BBC's Ros Atkins looks at the reasons behind the increased hostilities in the region.

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HS2 high-speed rail project begins underground tunnel

At 170m long, "Florence" is the largest ever tunnelling machine to be used on a UK rail project.

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Uyghur imams targeted in China's Xinjiang crackdown

China has targeted Muslim religious leaders, according to a new report, charging many with extremism.

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Colonial Pipeline: US fuel firm resumes service after cyber-attack

Colonial Pipeline warns it could take days for delivery supply chain to return to normal.

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Covid: The race to vaccinate the world

What happens when vaccines are slow to arrive - and what it means for ending lockdowns.

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Falkland Islands: Veterans reunite after almost 40 years

Navy veteran David reaches out to other survivors of an event that killed 12 crew members.

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The plasterer redecorating domestic violence survivors' homes

Naima-Ben Moussa, who offers her services for free, believes more needs to be done to support victims.

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Eid: 'You can be Muslim and still enjoy playing football'

For young Muslim footballers like Omar and Rahma, it's vital that faith and football go together.

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Lampedusa: Italy's gateway to Europe struggles with migrant influx

Italy appeals for EU help as 2,000 arrivals within days fill Lampedusa's migrant camp.

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I love being a mogul: The Hollywood stars going into business

With the pandemic shutting down Hollywood over the past year, actors have been starting companies.

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St Vincent: 'Without music, I'd be dead'

Inspired by her father's release from prison, St Vincent says her new album feels like a lifeline.

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Tommy Mallet: 'I don't read emails longer than five words'

The Only Way Is Essex star Tommy Mallet opens up about the challenges he has faced with literacy and dyslexia.

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Joe Biden Spoke To Benjamin Netanyahu, Hopes Israel Violence To End Soon

US President Joe Biden said Wednesday that Israel has a right to defend itself but after speaking with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu he hopes violent clashes with Palestinians will end quickly.

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US environmental agency releases climate report delayed by Trump

The report says the impact of climate change is being felt by Americans "with increasing regularity".

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Courts could punish paedophiles on intent not harm

Under the plans judges could treat offenders caught in stings the same as those who harm real children.

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Researchers are still analysing whether injecting two different vaccines leads to better protection.

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In the UK more than two million people experience furniture povert yet it’s rarely spoken about.

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Freemasons: Young people 'on waiting lists' to join notoriously secretive society

The first report by Freemasons in 300 years shows it is popular with young people.

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Accessibility and outdoor socialising: 'I feel unwelcome in my own city'

Pippa Stacey, 26, faces "all kinds of obstacles" as venues sprawl on to pavements.

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Ramadan is one of the most important events in the Islamic calendar, but it's been affected by lockdown.

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How Italy's healthcare staff survived the pandemic

Nurses in Italy have been instrumental in helping to fight Covid-19 - but it's taken a heavy toll.

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CEO Secrets: 'Master every aspect of your business'

Windfarm CEO Sarah Merrick says being involved in all areas of her business has paid dividends.

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Budget: Australia tries to win back women with childcare boost

The government's new budget boosts childcare and women's health, but critics say more reform is needed.

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Over 200 Rockets Fired At Israel: Palestinian Militant Group

Palestinian militant group Hamas said Wednesday it had fired more than 200 rockets into Israel in retaliation for strikes on a tower block in Gaza.

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Younger People More Affected By Covid As They're Going Out: Medical Body

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Indian Covid Variant Found In 44 Countries: WHO

The World Health Organization said Wednesday that a variant of Covid-19 behind the acceleration of India's explosive outbreak has been found in dozens of countries all over the world.

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India coronavirus: 'My city is under siege from Covid'

The BBC's Vikas Pandey has called Delhi home for more than a decade - but Covid has changed everything.

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Violent crime falls sharply during Covid lockdown - study

Researchers gathered data on violence-related injuries from 133 NHS centres in England and Wales.

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Social media firms could face fines over harmful online content

The Online Safety Bill threatens media giants with big fines - but aims to protect political debate.

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The Brits 2021: Great show, shame about the videos

Fans say they loved seeing live music again, but weren't so keen on the pre-taped performances.

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Covid: Medic memorial statue unveiled ahead of final finish

The BBC is given a view of the first figure on the planned national emergency services memorial.

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'Talk to me': A train driver asking men to open up

A tragedy inspired Scotland's only woman freight train driver to get men talking about mental health.

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Liverpool City Council: Staff at council feared speaking out

Government inspector Max Caller says staff at Liverpool City Council felt intimidated to speak out.

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Universities could face fines over free speech breaches

Universities in England could face fines if they fail to protect free speech on campus under new legislation.

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Chase Celebs Who Recovered From Covid To Donate Plasma: Court To Delhi

The Delhi High Court on Tuesday suggested to the Delhi government to "chase" celebrities who have recovered from COVID-19 to donate plasma and also give a statement encouraging others to also donate.

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India Move Allowing 5G Trials Without Chinese Firms A "Sovereign" One: US

India's recent decision authorising 5G trials without Chinese companies Huawei and ZTE is a sovereign one, a top State Department official has said.

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Google Adds Vaccine Info Panels To Search, Bed Availability On Its Maps

Tech giant Google has made discovering vaccine-related information easier by carrying out a scope of updates across its different services.

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The papers: Queen's Speech 'backlash' and Fred West cops dig

Many papers react to the Queen's Speech as some report on a search for possible victim of Fred West.

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Brits 2021 winners: Dua Lipa, Little Mix, Taylor Swift win on a big night for female acts

Big winner Dua Lipa joined other stars including Little Mix and Arlo Parks for the in-person ceremony.

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Why India Celebrates May 11 as National Technology Day

National Technology Day 2021 marks India's entry into the elite club of nuclear-armed nations. Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee declared May 11 as the National Technology Day after India...

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China Records Slowest Population Growth In Decades

China's population has grown at its slowest pace in decades, reaching 1.41 billion, census results showed on Tuesday.

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Israel Airstrikes Kill 20, Palestinians Say, After Militants Fire Rockets

Violent clashes over Jerusalem escalated dramatically on Monday with Gaza health officials saying at least 20 people, including nine children, were killed by Israeli air strikes launched after...

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Twitter Donates $15 Million For COVID-19 Relief In India

Microblogging giant Twitter has donated USD 15 million to help address the COVID-19 crisis in India which is battling the unprecedented second wave of the deadly pandemic.

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11 Covid Patients Die In Andhra Hospital Due To Lag In Oxygen Supply

At least 11 Covid-19 patients died due to a problem in oxygen supply inside the ICU in Ruia Hospital in Andhra Pradesh's Tirupati late on Monday night, Chittoor district Collector M Hari Narayanan...

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Mamata Banerjee's Cabinet Takes Charge Amid Smoke-Signals Of Trouble

Including Mamata Banerjee, there are nine women ministers in her third government, and 20 new ministers in all, seven of them from the minority community and four each from the Scheduled Castes and...

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Brit Awards: Stars descend on London for in-person awards

The show takes place on Tuesday, with live performances from Dua Lipa and Headie One.

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Disbarred Jonathon Seed wins Wiltshire PCC race

Jonathon Seed withdrew from the Police and Crime Commissioner election due to a driving conviction.

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Apple's UK users deserve app price compensation, claim says

Legal action in the UK seeks compensation from Apple for high prices from a lack of competition.

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'Sea kayaking helps my recovery from depression'

Nick Ray says he finds relief on the sea, enjoying close encounters with seals and dolphins.

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How to get Bangladeshi men talking about mental health

Bangladeshi men in the UK are being encouraged to talk about the effects the pandemic has had on them.

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'I'm ashamed my father was a Capitol Hill rioter'

Robyn knew her dad was immersed in right-wing conspiracies - then she saw him under arrest on 6 January.

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What chicken, ketchup and chlorine have in common

The pandemic has helped create some surprising shortages - and people are scrambling.

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The volunteers using 'honeypot' groups to fight anti-vax propaganda

Volunteers are busting anti-vaccine conspiracy theories with decoy Facebook groups.

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Northern Ireland abortion: 'Real lives and situations' behind new drama

Lola Petticrew plays a pregnant schoolgirl whose mum faces prosecution after buying abortion pills.

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Mind-boggling magnets could unlock plentiful power

Powerful magnets are bringing abundant, pollution-free electricity a step closer.

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Biloela family: Locked up by Australia for three years

Two young girls and their asylum seeker parents remain in detention despite years of campaigning.

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