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Could you handle the most remote campsite on earth?
Take a look inside an Antarctic campsite and find out how they survive.
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Tamara Ecclestone burglary: Two held at Stansted Airport
Jewellery valued at tens of millions of pounds was stolen from Tamara Ecclestone's London home.
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What does healing the Brexit divide mean?
The moment of Brexit is a time for healing, says the PM. But what does that mean?
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Brexit: How will it affect my holidays to Europe?
A simple guide to how leaving the EU might affect travel to Europe.
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Mavericks to mainstream: The long campaign for Brexit
The rise of Euroscepticism - a political creed for so long ignored or ridiculed by the Westminster establishment.
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Brexit blind date: Farage and PM's sister Rachel Johnson
Brexit Party founder Nigel Farage and the PM's sister, Rachel Johnson, talk Brexit over dinner.
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Australia fires: How a unique slug species survived
The bright pink species is only found in a small habitat in Australia, experts say.
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Bafta masks: The foundry that makes bronze trophies
An average of 300 Baftas are made every year at a family-run foundry in Middlesex.
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Week in Pictures: 25-31 January
A selection of striking news photographs from around the world this week.
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Kashmir avalanche: 'My baby's toy torch saved me from death'
Shakila was buried for hours under deep snow in Kashmir, hoping her daughter was alive.
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Veganuary, Red January and Dry January: How have people got on?
BBC News speaks to people who gave up meat, ditched alcohol and took up exercise for January.
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Greyfriars Kirk: The 400-year-old church which inspired legends
Greyfriars Kirk is best known for the tale of loyal dog Bobby - but its history contains other notable chapters.
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Senate votes to approve final framework for Trump impeachment trial, scheduling final verdict vote for Wednesday of next week.
01/31/20 4:58 PM
Senate votes to approve final framework for Trump impeachment trial, scheduling final verdict vote for Wednesday of next week.
01/31/20 4:58 PM
Trump impeachment: Failed witnesses vote paves way for acquittal
Bid to call witnesses in the Trump impeachment trial fails, setting up a likely acquittal next week.
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The Papers: 'Make leave not war' and 'what next?'
Saturday's newspapers mark a "moment of history" as Britain leaves the European Union after 47 years.
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Thursday, 30 January 2020
Peppa Pig voice Harley Bird to step down
The 18-year-old has been the voice of the popular cartoon character since the age of five.
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Classicist Mary Beard on the 'nude' in the post #MeToo era
Classicist Mary Beard explains one of her favourite paintings, Titian's Tarquin and Lucretia.
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Quiz of the week: What made Demi Lovato tear up?
Have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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Iowa caucuses: Nine unusual things about the Democratic race
Democrats are deciding who they want to take on Trump - and it can be a noisy, chaotic process.
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Meet one of Piccadilly's longest serving chefs
Filippo Falcone has cooked in the same London restaurant since 1958.
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Coronavirus: Why are we catching more diseases from animals?
Climate change is shifting our relationship with the animal kingdom and helping diseases evolve.
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Brexit: Europeans look to uncertain future as UK leaves EU
Europeans from across the EU share their thoughts about what will change in their relationship with the UK.
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Shane Fitzsimmons: 'Tireless' fire chief steering Australians through disaster
Fire chief Shane Fitzsimmons has worked tirelessly and "masterfully" to save lives, close observers say.
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When a lottery 'wins' sick babies life-saving drugs
The company behind a gene therapy for muscle-wasting disease SMA will give out 100 doses via lottery.
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The real lives behind 'shocking' migrant children's stories
Why a film director feels compelled to tell desperate stories of migrants escaping their countries.
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Making beautiful colours without toxic chemicals
Dyeing clothes uses a lot of water and chemicals, but new tech is drawing on nature for colours.
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HS2: Government review 'advises against cancelling' project
The review, seen by the BBC, advises against cancelling the high speed rail scheme.
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Manufacturers urge clarity on post-Brexit trade
As Britain prepares to leave EU, businesses say the future trading relationship remains unclear.
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HS2: Government review 'advises against cancelling' project
The review, seen by the BBC, advises against cancelling the high speed rail scheme.
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Nicaragua: Six indigenous people reportedly killed in attack
The Mayagna group has been involved in disputes with new settlers searching for land and resources.
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The Papers: Will Brexit hail a 'new dawn' or a 'small island'?
The papers mark the day the UK leaves the EU - "Brexit day" - with a mixture of optimism and regret.
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PROGRAMMING ALERT: Sen. Rand Paul talks impeachment fight on 'The Story,' 7 pm ET
01/30/20 3:52 PM
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Wednesday, 29 January 2020
Madonna resumes her world tour in London after injury
The pop star says she's "happy to have made it" after cancelling several dates due to injury.
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Running Stories: 'I want to tackle male depression through running'
Nii Lartey is an entrepreneur who says he was facing "a lot of negativity and self-doubt". He set up a running group to help other men open-up about issues.
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A holiday camp for India's captive elephants
Once a year, captive elephants get pampered at the camp in India which has become a popular event.
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Surrogates campaign for senators stuck in Washington
Celebrities, politicians, and pets step up while senators are sidelined by impeachment duty
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The music photographer trusted by the stars
Jim Marshall's pictures capture the true face of music in the 1960s and 70s.
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Trachoma: A race to save James's eyesight
A 15-minute surgery can prevent blindness from trachoma, which affects two million people worldwide.
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Is visiting a strip club anti-feminist?
Videos of pop star Dua Lipa at a strip club provoked a question: can a feminist go to a strip joint?
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Super Bowl 2020: Vince Lombardi, the story behind the name on NFL's biggest prize
Vince Lombardi is an NFL legend - his name is on the Super Bowl trophy. But the legacy he left behind goes beyond the sport, too.
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The nursery putting fitness at the heart of learning
Children who are stronger and fitter learn faster, say teachers at a Somerset nursery.
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Break My Stride singer 'thrilled' by TikTok revival
Matthew Wilder was a one-hit-wonder in 1983, but his song's suddenly become a big deal on TikTok.
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The Goldfish Club: The exclusive society of air-sea crash survivors
The Goldfish Club only admits flyers who have ditched into the sea, and survived to tell the tale.
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Mumford & Sons feel 'deep responsibility' to help new bands
Ben Lovett shows us around his new venue and explains how he wants to help ensure the future of the UK's live music scene.
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Northern: Three things that went wrong at the rail firm
Why has the network been re-nationalised, and will this fix its problems?
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New top story on Hacker News: Facebook to Pay $550M to Settle Facial Recognition Suit
Facebook to Pay $550M to Settle Facial Recognition Suit
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Wonga borrowers 'to get 4.3% of compensation claims'
Claimants against the payday lender have been told they will receive little in compensation.
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HS2: Chancellor Sajid Javid 'backs project' ahead of crucial meeting
It is understood the chancellor will tell Boris Johnson he supports the London to Birmingham rail link.
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HS2: Chancellor Sajid Javid 'backs project' ahead of crucial meeting
It is understood the chancellor will tell Boris Johnson he supports the London to Birmingham rail link.
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Wonga borrowers 'to get 4.3% of compensation claims'
Claimants against the payday lender have been told they will receive little in compensation.
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The papers: ITV anchor quits and HS2 'to get green light'
The papers focus on HS2's future, why an ITV newsreader is stepping down, and job cuts at BBC News.
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Tuesday, 28 January 2020
Will the Bank of England cut interest rates?
Some think the Bank's Monetary Policy Committee will seek a cut on Thursday to help lift the economy.
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Zap! How microwaves and electricity are killing weeds
Electricity and microwaves are being used to kill weeds as alternatives are sought to chemicals.
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CEO Secrets: Wipro boss on taking the 'risky path' at work
Abidali Neemuchwala, boss of the global Indian IT firm Wipro, shares his CEO Secrets.
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European Parliament: MEPs set to approve Brexit deal in historic vote
MEPs are set to back the terms of the UK's departure from the EU in a landmark session in Brussels.
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Coronavirus: Australian scientists first to recreate virus outside China
Australian scientists say it is a "significant breakthrough" in efforts to contain the new coronavirus.
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Brexit: Fisheries Bill to enshrine sustainability in law
The government says the Fisheries Bill gives the UK power to operate as an independent coastal state.
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Brexit: French petition launched for Briton denied citizenship
Carpenter Mark Lawrence has lived in France for 27 years but authorities say he does not earn enough.
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Playing basketball with Kobe
Kyle Helton grew up with the late basketball legend and remembers his dedication on and off the court.
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Haunting image of trapped sea turtle wins underwater photo award
Shane Gross captured the haunting photo while diving near the island of Eleuthera in the Bahamas.
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The oak tree in Kew Gardens that taught the world a lesson
The remarkable Turner's Oak in Kew Gardens in London not only survived the Great Storm of 1987, but also changed the way that trees are cared for around the world.
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Brexit: 'The best now is for it to be done and finalised'
Beer boss Sarah John wants to know what's happening with Brexit, and for things to be "finalised".
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Sex Education: 'I wish I knew sex could be fun growing up'
The cast of Sex Education tell us why they wish the show had existed years ago.
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The gay men risking their health for the perfect body
Gay men speak about the pressure to have the perfect body - and how far they have gone to get it.
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Ella Eyre: 'I feel like a boss woman'
One of the UK's best vocalists prepares her comeback after a period in the pop wilderness.
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Super Bowl 2020: The NFL Academy & its first students on new path to US game
The NFL opened a new academy in north London in September. Its 90 students are the first to step out on a new path towards the USA.
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Superb Halep races into Australian Open semi-finals
Simona Halep brushes aside Anett Kontaveit 6-1 6-1 in 53 minutes to reach the Australian Open semi-finals in Melbourne.
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New top story on Hacker News: Ask HN: How do you process payments?
Ask HN: How do you process payments?
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This is how YOU have chosen to do it. Let us know if it is physical or virtual. I found an old post from 2009 about this, wondering what the answers will be a decade later : https://ift.tt/2vnLEmm
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This is how YOU have chosen to do it. Let us know if it is physical or virtual. I found an old post from 2009 about this, wondering what the answers will be a decade later : https://ift.tt/2vnLEmm
The Papers: Lord Lucan 'found' and Prince Andrew 'bewildered'
The UK's decision to use Chinese firm Huawei also features heavily among Wednesday's front pages.
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Monday, 27 January 2020
Watchdog queries impact of £46m 'Get Ready for Brexit' campaign
The £46m publicity blitz did not leave people "significantly better prepared", says the NAO.
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Meadowhall facial recognition scheme troubles watchdog
Regulator calls for inspections after details of police tie-up with Meadowhall scheme emerge.
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Insurer Aviva apologises to mistaken Michaels
Several thousand customers receive an apology from Aviva after they were all wrongly called Michael.
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Northern Rail: Your tales of 'atrocious' service
Commuters and business owners in one village express their frustration about rail disruption.
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Sainsbury's pledges £1bn to cut emissions to zero by 2040
The retailer says it can hit "net zero" by 2040 with action on food waste, packaging and water use.
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Twitter and Facebook accounts for 15 NFL teams hacked
The American football teams were targeted by a group that said the accounts had lax security.
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Huawei 5G verdict is a decision with few good options
The government is due to decide on Tuesday whether to ban Huawei from the UK's 5G networks.
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The man teaching 300 million people a new language
Luis von Ahn is the founder and boss of Duolingo, the world's most popular language learning app.
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Work, protest and play on the streets of Hackney
Neil Martinson's pictures of Hackney in the 1970s and 80s.
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Don Cameron: The Scot shaping the history of hot air balloons
Don Сameron built western Europe's first modern hot air balloon and is now the market leader in special-shaped creations.
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Berkshire parents seek diagnosis for son's unknown syndrome
Ethan has impaired growth and restricted vision, but doctors do not know why.
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The silenced YouTube stars of Indian-administered Kashmir
Kashmiri Kalkharabs, a popular Kashmiri YouTube channel, has been forced into silence since August.
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Are your houseplants bad for the environment?
Gardeners, botanists and environmental campaigners share ways to keep your horticultural hobby sustainable
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Visit Nepal's yeti: How mythical creature divided Himalayan nation
An idea to bring more tourists to Nepal has ended in a row over what a yeti actually looks like.
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Brexit: Tears and relief as the UK's MEPs bid farewell
It's been a "grim" last week for some but others are "delighted" to be leaving the European Parliament.
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Could John Bolton be an impeachment game-changer?
Democrats hope the ex-White House aide's book could deliver a plot twist in the president's trial.
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'I left a house party and got crushed under a car'
Annie Butt, who broke 24 bones in a crash caused by a fellow partygoer, recalls the night she nearly died.
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Letter from Africa: The 'leopard unit', vigilantes and Nigeria's kidnap crisis
A plan by Nigeria's south-western states to start a new security unit divides the country.
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The Papers: Prince Andrew 'snubs FBI' and Holocaust remembered
Tuesday's papers feature claims the Duke of York has provided "zero cooperation" to the FBI's Epstein investigation.
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Sunday, 26 January 2020
Climate Change: Tough questions at first UK assembly
Members of the public from a range of backgrounds gather for the UK's first climate change assembly.
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Global Talent visa: New system to keep UK 'open to talented scientists'
Boris Johnson hails the UK as "open to the most talented minds" with quicker route in for scientists.
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Kobe Bryant death: BBC apologises for TV news footage mistake
Footage of LeBron James was wrongly included in the BBC's News At Ten report on Kobe Bryant's death.
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Coronavirus: Death toll rises to 80 as China extends holiday
The new year holiday has been extended by three days, in an attempt to contain the outbreak.
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Grammys ceremony opens with tribute to Kobe Bryant
The ceremony is taking place at the Staples Center, where Bryant played his entire career.
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Labour leadership: Starmer urges end to Westminster power 'monopoly'
The Labour leadership candidate argues against the status quo and for more power in the regions.
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Rockets hit US embassy in Baghdad amid protests
There are reports that three people were injured when rockets hit the embassy in the Iraqi capital.
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Duchess of Cambridge's 'personal' portraits of Holocaust survivors
Photos by the Duchess of Cambridge of two Holocaust survivors are published to mark its Memorial Day.
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Parlez-vous Francais? Maybe not if you're a boy
A study suggests girls are more than twice as likely as boys to pass a GCSE in a foreign language.
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Grammys 2020: Red carpet in pictures
The stars have their glad-rags on for the 62st Grammy awards ceremony.
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The Papers: Death of icon Bryant, and Kate's Holocaust survivors photos
The reported death of basketball great Kobe Bryant and his daughter leads many of today's front pages.
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Would Greta Thunberg generation play with these toys?
Toymakers are far from ditching cheap plastic figures, but is the industry moving to more sustainable products?
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Would Greta Thunberg generation play with these toys?
Toymakers are far from ditching cheap plastic figures, but is the industry moving to more sustainable products?
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Fox News Breaking News Alert
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PROGRAMMING ALERT: Pete Buttigieg Town Hall, 7 pm ET on Fox News
01/26/20 3:54 PM
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Saturday, 25 January 2020
Lesotho's murder mystery, Prime Minister Tom Thabane and his estranged wife
Lesotho's prime minister and his wife are caught up in an investigation into the death of his former partner.
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The tiger ‘gift’ that horrified Polish rescuers
Tigers recovering from a nightmare journey could have ended up as Asian ‘medicine’
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Brexit day 50p coin unveiled by Chancellor Sajid Javid
It comes after the original batch of coins had to be melted down when the Brexit deadline was extended.
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Man takes fake skeleton to drive in car-share lane
Officials say the man dressed the skeleton in a camouflage hat to try to disguise it as a passenger.
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Naturist campsite footpath rerouted after privacy fears
The campsite's owner says she is "relieved it's over and done with" after almost two years.
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Young farmers losing route into industry, says Plaid Cymru
Council-owned land which is rented to new and young farmers is being sold off, figures show.
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Forensic science: How pollen is a silent witness to solving murders
Learning about nature in Wales sparked an interest which led to a woman's career in forensic ecology.
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Coronavirus: Could it damage the global economy?
Inevitably, it will have economic consequences. But how severe and how far will they spread?
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Barmy Army trumpeter to give up cricket tours
Billy Cooper, the Barmy Army's trumpet player, will retire after England's current tour of South Africa.
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Coronavirus: Could it damage the global economy?
Inevitably, it will have economic consequences. But how severe and how far will they spread?
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The Papers: Britons in virus airlift and HS2 cost fury
Many newspapers lead on plans to rescue Britons trapped by the coronavirus, whilst others report fury over HS2 costs.
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Friday, 24 January 2020
NHS staff urged to help service tackle climate change
Staff are encouraged to drive to work less and bring in reusable cups and bottles as part of NHS climate plans.
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Glasgow homeless shelter to allow dogs to stay with owners
The Glasgow City Mission will supply items such as food, bedding and treats for pets from 24 January.
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Home sellers risk losing money over quick sales
Trading Standards warns homeowners to be careful when using quick-sale estate agents.
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China coronavirus: Death toll rises as disease spreads
Fifteen more people have been killed by the virus in China, as the country celebrates Lunar New Year.
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Turkey earthquake: At least 14 dead as buildings collapse
At least 14 people are killed and buildings collapse after the 6.8 magnitude quake.
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Trump first president to attend anti-abortion rally
The president says he wants to defend unborn children, but critics accuse him of distraction tactics.
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Iran raid left '34 US troops with traumatic brain injuries'
The Pentagon announcement comes after President Trump dismissed the injuries as "headaches".
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French Christian charity says four employees missing in Baghdad
SOS Chrétiens d’Orient says three French nationals and one Iraqi have been missing since Monday.
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Bodies of three children found in County Dublin
A woman has been taken to hospital and gardaí described the deaths in Newcastle as 'unexplained'.
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Facebook and YouTube moderators sign PTSD disclosure
Content moderators review hundreds of disturbing images each day for social media sites.
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The Papers: Chinese images of virus lockdown, while Taylor Swift talks
A number of papers lead on concerns over coronavirus, while Taylor Swift reveals her eating disorder.
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New top story on Hacker News: PandaPy has the speed of NumPy and the usability of Pandas
PandaPy has the speed of NumPy and the usability of Pandas
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Thursday, 23 January 2020
Giant koala sand art captures Australian bushfires emotions
Australian artist "Edward" channelled his "raw emotion" about the bushfires into the artwork.
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What does Trump actually believe on climate change?
He has called it all of these things: "mythical", "a hoax", not a hoax, and "a very serious subject".
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What can you use instead of Google and Facebook?
More and more companies are promising privacy online and an alternative to the big internet firms.
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How Top Gear overcame its 'problem phase'
How the BBC Two motoring show turned its fortunes around after a turbulent few years.
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Grayson Perry on his new exhibition and being an 'outsider'
The celebrated artist has put together a new exhibition of some of his earliest works.
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John Stumpf: Ex-Wells Fargo boss pays $17.5m to settle charges
John Stumpf has also been banned from working for US national banks after a fake accounts scandal.
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How Italy's far right is hoping to cause a political earthquake
Matteo Salvini is hoping to cause a political shock by winning a traditional stronghold of the left.
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HS2 risks not priced in at the start, say auditors
No-one took full account of how complex the project was going to be, says the spending watchdog.
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Sonos boss says speakers will work "as long as possible"
The speaker company said it was sorry for the confusion over software updates for older speakers.
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Tesco to ditch plastic-wrap for multipack tins
Supermarket giant says the change will remove 350 million tonnes of plastic from the environment.
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Devoted football fans experience 'dangerous' levels of stress
This can put strain on the heart and is particularly marked during a defeat, a study suggests.
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Tesco to ditch plastic-wrap for multipack tins
Supermarket giant says the change will remove 350 million tonnes of plastic from the environment.
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'I have to live on $1,175 a year'
Brazil's army of fruit workers speak of struggling with low pay and dangerous working conditions.
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Storm Gloria: Spain death toll rises to 13 with four missing
Spain's government is to meet in emergency session after the storm carved a swathe of destruction.
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HS2 risks not priced in at the start, say auditors
No-one took full account of how complex the project was going to be, says the spending watchdog.
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Tesco chief executive on getting rid of multi-wrap plastic use
Tesco chief executive Dave Lewis on the plan to ditch the plastic wrap on tinned food.
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Co-op faces equal pay claims from shop workers
More than 400 claimants have launched an equal pay action against the supermarket chain.
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Bosses set out immigration priorities after Brexit
Industry groups band together to call for flexibility for skilled workers to enter the UK.
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Wednesday, 22 January 2020
Survivor's story: Church of England sex abuse scandal
Sexual abuse survivors tell of their grooming at the hands of Bishop Peter Ball.
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Three generations join Delhi women's citizenship sit-in
Thousands of women are camping out in a Delhi suburb in protest over a law they see as anti-Muslim.
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Running and male suicide: ‘Running almost pushed me over the edge’
Mark used running to cope with his friend’s suicide. But it grew to take over his identity.
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Ivory Coast is using plastic waste to build schools
The West African country has partnered with UNICEF to transform landfill waste into bricks for schools.
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Lions and tigers escape circus for vast new home
Seventeen big cats rescued from Guatemalan circuses have moved to a South African wildlife sanctuary.
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Impeachment: Democrats reject witness swap in Trump trial
Joe Biden says he wants no part of "a farce or political theatre" in the Senate impeachment case.
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Two weeks of leave for UK parents who lose a child
The law, which will come into force in April, will be the most generous in the world, ministers say.
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Davos Diaries: Day 3
Davos Diaries: Day 3. What's happening on Thurs 23 Jan at Davos 2020.
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The Papers: Fears over deadly virus and 'sour' UK-US relations
Thursday's newspapers feature a range of stories, including the latest on the Chinese coronavirus.
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Yad Vashem: Why Poland won't be attending Holocaust memorial
Poland's president has snubbed an Israeli event to mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.
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Two weeks of leave for UK parents who lose a child
The law, which will come into force in April, will be the most generous in the world, ministers say.
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Deepfakes: A threat to democracy or just a bit of fun?
Deepfakes, or computer-generated images of people, can be dangerous for democracy, warn experts.
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'I had to get tickets... it was a huge sum: £397!'
As part of a BBC blog series, Sunneva María Svövudóttir from Iceland shares what she spent this week.
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Tuesday, 21 January 2020
New 'transformational' code to protect children's privacy online
Future generations will be "astonished" to think we did not protect kids, the information commissioner says.
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China coronavirus: What we know so far
The BBC's online health editor explains what we know about the coronavirus.
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Australia fires: How ravaged bushland is already regenerating
Australia's bushfire crisis has crippled habitats, but there are also remarkable signs of life.
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The Sudanese women breaking taboos by playing football
Women in Sudan are taking on the patriarchy and challenging social norms.
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Risking my life to protect Congo's rainforest
How a conservationist tried to protect Congo's rainforest during the country's civil war
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These glasses are made of something we usually throw away
Leftovers from a popular drink are collected and used to create these sunglasses
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The writers breathing life into black British history
Several little-known but remarkable stories of the 18th and 19th Centuries are being told on stage.
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Cardiff hospital trials cooling patients after cardiac arrest
Andrew Barnett is backing a trial at a hospital a year after he nearly died while playing football.
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What happens when we're too old to be 'useful'?
Can we afford to pay pensions, given the huge demographic challenge of our ageing population?
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Rough sex murder defence: Why campaigners want it banned
Campaigners say men are increasingly using the defence to try to get away with murdering women.
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Holocaust row bubbles as leaders gather in Israel
The 75th anniversary of Auschwitz's liberation threatens to be overshadowed by recriminations.
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Christmas magic vanishes for the UK toy industry
Toy sales fall by 6% for the second year in a row with politics blamed for the slump.
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Sirius: 'You feel sorry for people who've invested a lot'
Mining giant Anglo American will buy Sirius, but for only a quarter of what it was worth months ago.
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What happens when we're too old to be 'useful'?
Can we afford to pay pensions, given the huge demographic challenge of our ageing population?
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Super-rich elites making London 'off-limits'
Moving to London is unaffordable for those from poorer backgrounds, says social mobility report.
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Dementia patients being 'dumped in hospital'
One in 10 dementia patients spends over a month in hospital after being admitted as an emergency.
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Warning over youth career aspiration-reality disconnect
Five times as many want to work in art, entertainment and sport as there are jobs, a study suggests.
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Newspaper headlines: Ozzy Osbourne's diagnosis and Trump climate row
Rock star Ozzy Osbourne's announcement that he has Parkinson's disease features on many front pages.
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Monday, 20 January 2020
Seven Kings stabbing: Fight 'part of ongoing dispute'
Police link the deaths of three men in east London to a nearby altercation the night before.
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Workplace bullying: 'Fear is the biggest factor'
A quarter of employees think their firm turns a blind eye to workplace harassment, says a report.
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Call to tax 'hidden' sugar in pre-mixed alcoholic drinks
Some cans of spirits and cocktails sold in shops and supermarkets contain eight teaspoons of sugar.
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Trump impeachment trial: Five possible twists ahead
Many believe President Trump will be acquitted in the end. But could it yet diverge from the script?
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Paternity leave: Why taking Japan is talking about Shinjiro Koizumi
This politician is going on leave to take care of his newborn son, and it's pretty controversial.
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Portishead's Hedgehog Lady on the hunt for volunteers
Beryl Casey has been rescuing hedgehogs for 25 years and wants someone to carry on as she gets older.
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The Solway Firth haaf netters fighting to save a fishing tradition
The tradition dates back more than 1,000 years - but fishermen fear it could die out within a generation.
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Terrorism laws to get tougher within weeks, government vows
Offenders will face more time in jail as "hard truths" are faced after attacks, the Home Office says.
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Sperm donations from dead men should be allowed, study says
Research suggests the method could help curb a growing shortage of UK donations.
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Young offenders in 'harmful solitary confinement' in England and Wales
The prisons inspectorate finds "flaws" in policy of separating young offenders in England and Wales.
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Newspaper headlines: Harry 'flies to Canada' and Lord Hall steps down
Tuesday's front pages carry a mix of stories, including on the royals and the BBC's director general.
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Workplace bullying: 'Fear is the biggest factor'
A quarter of employees think their firm turns a blind eye to workplace harassment, says a report.
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'I lost £90,000 in the House of Fraser sale'
The retailer went through a controversial insolvency process increasingly used to rescue firms.
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How Dan Aykroyd went from battling spirits to selling them
Hollywood actor Dan Aykroyd is also the boss of a popular vodka company.
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Davos summit: Protesters hike up to Davos
Several hundred protesters are making a three-day hike up to Davos, to coincide with President Trump's arrival at the World Economic Forum.
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Sunday, 19 January 2020
Virginia gun rally: Authorities gear up for unrest in Richmond
Thousands are expected to take part in the Richmond rally, which authorities fear could turn violent.
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Australia fires: Storms wreak damage but bushfires 'far from over'
Thunderstorms bring rain to fire-affected areas but also cause damage through hail and flash floods.
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UK-born children of migrants 'face more prejudice' than foreign migrants
Data suggests 30% of second generation migrants feel discriminated against because of their ethnicity.
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Trump impeachment: What's Ukraine got to do with it?
The reason US President Donald Trump is facing an impeachment trial lies thousands of miles away.
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Snapchat drug dealers target Middlesbrough school children
Dealers are attracting new users by offering free MDMA, a type of ecstasy, if they enter a raffle.
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The Papers: Harry's 'sadness' and 'duke and duchess of Netflix'
Prince Harry's first speech since he and Meghan said they would step back from royal duties dominates Monday's papers.
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Preparing for an active volcano to stir
People living at the foot of a volcano in Ecuador are being taught what to do if disaster strikes
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Is China addicted to coal?
China is a country caught in the middle of a global struggle: to develop but also be green.
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Indonesia dance where men perform as women
Rianto is a master of Lengger Lanang, a traditional Indonesia dance where men perform as women.
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Davos 2020: An overview of the WEF summit in numbers
BBC News looks at some of the numbers around the 50th World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
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Influencers 'being offered thousands for sex'
One influencer said social media had become "a catalogue" for men to select their next conquest.
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Australia fires: Your questions about arson, travel and recovery
Your questions about the Australia bushfires.
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HPV puts 'strain' on millennial sex and dating
Changes to smear tests will mean more HPV diagnoses but there is concern over myths about the virus.
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Should schools be allowed to ban slang words like 'peng'?
Research suggests that slang bans in schools may be more harmful than good.
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UK-Africa summit: Wooing Africa after Brexit
Heads of state are meeting in London for a UK-Africa summit ahead of the UK's departure from the EU.
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How Dan Aykroyd went from battling spirits to selling them
Hollywood actor Dan Aykroyd is also the boss of a popular vodka company.
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Period poverty: Schools urged to order free menstrual products
Period poverty campaigners are urging schools and colleges to opt-in to the new scheme in England.
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Stagecoach takes rail franchise row to High Court
Stagecoach and its partners say the government acted unlawfully in barring them from bidding.
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Stagecoach takes rail franchise row to High Court
Stagecoach and its partners say the government acted unlawfully in barring them from bidding.
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Davos 2020: An overview of the WEF summit in numbers
BBC News looks at some of the numbers around the 50th World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
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Saturday, 18 January 2020
Elephant Man city statue plan faces 'freak show' criticism
Fundraising for a statue of Joseph Merrick has been slowed by prejudice, the woman behind it claims.
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Post Office 'assisting' review of postmasters' convictions
The Post Office's response comes after ex-workers call for convictions to be overturned.
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Gail Porter: 'Everyone saw me naked, inside I was breaking'
Gail Porter's mental health is the focus of a new BBC documentary as she retraces significant moments in her career.
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Georgie Aldous: 'Make-up was my coping mechanism after coming out'
How make-up helped beauty influencer Georgie Aldous get through the bad days.
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Dragon boating: The ancient sport helping breast cancer survivors
The sport helps the women make friends and share their experiences.
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Amazon warehouse one of Europe's 'most high-tech buildings'
Robots and people work alongside each other in the internet-giant's latest warehouse in Leicestershire.
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When sexual abuse was called seduction: France confronts its past
Vanessa Springora has given an account of the traumatic effects of her relationship with a writer.
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Acclaimed scientist gets brain surgery for alcohol addiction
Microbiologist Frank Plummer say he's found relief from alcohol abuse disorder after the procedure.
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The rescue worker who refuses to leave a bombed-out town
Few now remain in Saraqeb, a town in Syria's last opposition-held province, Idlib. Laith al-Abdullah is one.
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Davos 2020: What is the World Economic Forum and is it elitist?
The rich and powerful will gather in Davos this week, but claims of elitism still dog the event.
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Australia fires: Have gum trees made the bushfires worse?
Eucalyptus trees tend to be highly flammable, but they also have the ability to recover from fires.
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Frank Skinner: ‘I’m all for a bit of moral menace’
The comedian on telling jokes in the "woke" era, fame, fatherhood and football.
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What has Donald Trump actually achieved on trade?
The self-styled 'Tariff Man' uses tariffs for negotiation but how successful has he been?
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New top story on Hacker News: Very 'close' Qantas jets came within 800m of each other
Very 'close' Qantas jets came within 800m of each other
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Davos 2020: What is the World Economic Forum and is it elitist?
The rich and powerful will gather in Davos this week, but claims of elitism still dog the event.
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Trump impeachment: Legal team says charges 'brazen and unlawful'
The response to the trial summons gives the first glimpse of what will form the White House's defence.
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US National Archives sorry for blurring Trump signs
The US agency says it was wrong to blur out signs critical of the president at the 2017 Women's March.
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What has Donald Trump actually achieved on trade?
The self-styled 'Tariff Man' uses tariffs for negotiation but how successful has he been?
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Friday, 17 January 2020
New top story on Hacker News: How do you have deep, written discussions with your teams?
How do you have deep, written discussions with your teams?
10 by jgbond | 1 comments on Hacker News.
What is the best way to have careful, deep, written discussions among distributed teams? Are there tools meant for this? Would something like a BBS work. If so, are there good modern options? We use distributed teams. We communicate using a mix of email, Slack, and Zoom. Our work involves lengthy discussions and deep dives into complex issues. This type of 'deep discussion' benefits from carefully written arguments and counterarguments. Emails often start fine. Someone sends a well structured, well written argument. The first few replies will be strong. But then it diverges into a mess of threads that are hard to follow. People resort to color-coding their responses in-line, etc. Slack is too chatty. Other chat-based solutions are the same. I've never seen it work for this type of 'deep discussion.' Conversations get scattered across channels and threads within channels. Maybe we're using it wrong. To me it's the worst way to encourage deep discussion. Zoom, calls, and in-person meetings are hit or miss. The advantage is they seem to cut to the chase on simple issues. But for deep discussion, they often go nowhere. They favor speaking ability. No one prepares enough. Instead of careful thought and discussion, you get hot takes. A lot of our discussion benefits from going away to gather evidence or think more. Rarely is there a need for synced discussion. And there's never enough time. I've tried to find off-the-shelf solutions. A simple, old-fashioned BBS seems best. It breaks things into the right unit of discussion. It works for short- or long-form discussion. It creates a coherent timeline of discussion, etc. I worry that without the bells and whistles of a modern app, getting the team to use it will be a challenge. It'll be viewed as a stale company discussion board. A lot of options I've looked at have clunky interfaces and tough learning curves for what should be super simple and intuitive.
10 by jgbond | 1 comments on Hacker News.
What is the best way to have careful, deep, written discussions among distributed teams? Are there tools meant for this? Would something like a BBS work. If so, are there good modern options? We use distributed teams. We communicate using a mix of email, Slack, and Zoom. Our work involves lengthy discussions and deep dives into complex issues. This type of 'deep discussion' benefits from carefully written arguments and counterarguments. Emails often start fine. Someone sends a well structured, well written argument. The first few replies will be strong. But then it diverges into a mess of threads that are hard to follow. People resort to color-coding their responses in-line, etc. Slack is too chatty. Other chat-based solutions are the same. I've never seen it work for this type of 'deep discussion.' Conversations get scattered across channels and threads within channels. Maybe we're using it wrong. To me it's the worst way to encourage deep discussion. Zoom, calls, and in-person meetings are hit or miss. The advantage is they seem to cut to the chase on simple issues. But for deep discussion, they often go nowhere. They favor speaking ability. No one prepares enough. Instead of careful thought and discussion, you get hot takes. A lot of our discussion benefits from going away to gather evidence or think more. Rarely is there a need for synced discussion. And there's never enough time. I've tried to find off-the-shelf solutions. A simple, old-fashioned BBS seems best. It breaks things into the right unit of discussion. It works for short- or long-form discussion. It creates a coherent timeline of discussion, etc. I worry that without the bells and whistles of a modern app, getting the team to use it will be a challenge. It'll be viewed as a stale company discussion board. A lot of options I've looked at have clunky interfaces and tough learning curves for what should be super simple and intuitive.
Spain's Magaluf and Ibiza crack down on alcohol-fuelled holidays
The Balearic Islands ban pub crawls and happy hours in popular destinations in Ibiza and Majorca.
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Global Hawk drones: A look at Nato's new spy tool
The Global Hawk, which is unmanned, can travel halfway around the world on one tank of fuel.
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Guildford pub bombings police 'seize files'
Police entered Surrey History Centre and "seized" files in a constabulary archive, a memo claims.
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Doncaster property training debt soldier killed himself
Before his death, Danny Butcher paid £13,000 for training with Samuel Leeds' Property Investors firm.
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'You can quit': Colombian cocaine farmers' message to UK user
Two Colombian producers tell a British cocaine user they wouldn't take it as they know what's in it.
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Bury FC: The football fans without a team
When Bury FC was expelled from the English Football League, supporters were left with a hole in their lives.
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Malvern's touchscreen tech secrets now on your radar
Hopes that a new science centre at one of Britain's most secret sites will inspire next generation.
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Week in Pictures: 11-17 January 2020
A selection of news photographs taken around the world this week.
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My 'butterfly skin' could kill me but I want to raise awareness for others
Epidermolysis bullosa is a rare genetic condition where skin can tear at the slightest touch.
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Australia bushfires: Pollution concerns for tennis tournament
Tennis players have raised concerns about the air quality ahead of Australian Open.
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Unprofessional TikTok medical videos 'not the norm'
TikTok videos made by doctors and nurses this week have been accused of spreading misinformation.
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Why Iran plane crash protests mark most serious test yet
Unique factors make the latest anti-government protests different from those in the past.
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The big question Canadians have about royal move
Canadians want to know if they will be picking up the tab for Harry and Meghan's security if they move there.
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Rough Trade: We're selling more records than ever
The music retailer launches a partnership with Apple Music, saying that streaming boosts vinyl sales.
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SpaceX to practise emergency crew capsule escape
A final technology demonstration from the California company should clear the way to fly astronauts.
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Sainsbury's named cheapest supermarket of 2019 by Which?
The study by Which? compared the price of 53 products but did not include discounters Aldi and Lidl.
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'Value for money' review of £1.3bn university funding
A review will examine how university funding can be targeted at priority subjects.
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Sainsbury's named cheapest supermarket of 2019 by Which?
The study by Which? compared the price of 53 products but did not include discounters Aldi and Lidl.
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Thursday, 16 January 2020
Climate change: Can Glasgow go carbon neutral?
As more cities declare climate emergencies, we look at how Glasgow aims to cancel out its carbon footprint.
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What's behind the fight for Libya?
The oil-rich North African country has been beset by a civil war for nearly a decade.
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Social media data needed for 'harm' research, say doctors
Understanding usage by children is key to studying potential harms and benefits, psychiatrists say.
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Panama: Seven people found dead after suspected exorcism
Authorities in Panama's Ngäbe-Buglé region believe an exorcism was performed on the victims.
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Collector pays UK-record £1m for rare coin
Only six Edward VIII sovereigns were made but it is not just its rarity that fascinates historians.
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Flybe boss says government loan is not a bailout
However the airline is "in conversation" with the government over a loan, Mark Anderson has confirmed.
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London council's special needs inquiry caused by 'systemic failures'
The cases of all children with suspected special educational needs in Richmond are going to be reviewed.
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Wireless taxi charging to be trialled at Nottingham station
The six-month trial will see 10 electric taxis in Nottingham given hardware to charge while waiting.
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The Papers: Harry's 'farewell' and social media firm 'payback'
The front pages question whether Prince Harry has had his "swan song" before he and Meghan "step back".
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Harry and Meghan: How people split time between two countries
Four people share their experiences - good and bad - of having two homes thousands of miles apart.
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Flybe: Viable business or destined to fail?
The airline has been through several restructurings - can this latest rescue save the company?
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Collector pays UK-record £1m for rare coin
Only six Edward VIII sovereigns were made but it is not just its rarity that fascinates historians.
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Why is kosher food soaring in popularity?
Sales of kosher accredited food is booming around the world, with more and more firms getting in on act.
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Does your company nurture neurodiverse talent?
Universal Music UK have changed their work culture to be more inclusive to neurodiverse people.
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How the dog biscuit became a million dollar idea
The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how the dog biscuit became a million dollar idea.
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Wednesday, 15 January 2020
Twitter apologises for letting ads target neo-Nazis and bigots
Social network apologises for allowing the use of discriminatory ad keywords it had meant to ban.
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Stormont to get an extra £1bn from Westminster
The money is on top of a further £1bn added to Stormont's budget as a result of UK spending plans.
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David Bowie: Unseen footage released by De Montfort University
The footage shot in 1998 was to create a holographic artwork on David Bowie's album Hours.
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South Ronaldsay's 'amazing' horse costumes inspire catwalk collection
Girls on South Ronaldsay dress in elaborate outfits at a festival thought to date back at least 200 years.
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Buddha heirloom returned to Sri Lanka by Hampshire family
Relatives of a Sri Lankan archaeologist return a Buddha relic to a sacred temple 100 years later.
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Running Stories: 'Epilepsy was a blessing in disguise'
Ellie-May is a runner who stopped partying and lost mates due to epilepsy but running changed that.
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Hip-hop artist: 'I'm called Satan when I rap'
"Mina the Veiled" is a Senegalese hip-hop artist who is often mocked because of her passion for rap.
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'I was sexually abused by a shaman at an ayahuasca retreat'
Ayahuasca's psychedelic powers are attracting more and more tourists. But the scene appears to have a dark side.
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Iran protests: Who are the opposition in the country?
There have been anti-government protests in Iran, but how strong is opposition inside the country?
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Harvey Weinstein trial: How do you select a jury?
Harvey Weinstein's trial is closely linked to the #MeToo movement - and finding a jury could be hard.
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Meet the NASA intern who discovered a new planet on his third day
This teenager found a new planet on the third day of his internship at the US space agency.
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Why are opioids still given for chronic pain?
Opioids work only for some with long-term pain - so why are they still being given to patients?
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Why is kosher food soaring in popularity?
Sales of kosher accredited food is booming around the world, with more and more firms getting in on act.
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CEO Secrets: Vegan ice cream entrepreneur shares her advice
Cecily Mills explains how moving back to her parents' house provided her business breakthrough.
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TV cameras to be allowed in Crown Courts in England and Wales
Judges' sentencing remarks in high-profile criminal cases in England and Wales are to be filmed.
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NHS tells betting firms to stop 'vicious gambling cycle'
Free bets other incentives should be banned to make gambling safer, a letter to companies says.
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Agriculture Bill: Soil at heart of UK farm grant revolution
Soil protection will be a core issue as the Agriculture Bill returns to Parliament later.
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The Papers: 'Dazzling duchess' Kate and Putin's Kremlin revamp
William and Kate's first engagement since 'Megexit' and Putin's Kremlin plans lead some newspapers.
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Estate agents report 'uplift' in housing market
Expectations of future sales have "risen sharply" according to property professionals.
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Twitter apologises for letting ads target neo-Nazis and bigots
Social network apologises for allowing the use of discriminatory ad keywords it had meant to ban.
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Tuesday, 14 January 2020
COP26: Climate summit may cost 'several hundred million pounds'
The UK government shows "lack of clarity" on funding the COP26 conference in Glasgow this year.
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Do your colleagues know how much you earn?
One in five people are banned from telling people they work with about their salary, a union says.
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Meet The Coffin Club who meet to make their coffins
The Coffin Club of Rotorua in New Zealand organises weekly coffin making sessions.
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CEO Secrets: Vegan ice cream entrepreneur shares her advice
Cecily Mills explains how moving back to her parents' house provided her business breakthrough.
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South Africa: 'When I'm surfing, I feel like everything is possible'
Mental health is an important topic for young people worldwide. In South Africa, one way young people are coping is with surfing.
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Is it OK to call in sick with a common cold?
Should you just crack on with it when you have a cold, or hide under the duvet for everybody's sake?
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Harry and Meghan: Who are the royals' most powerful aides?
The Royal Family have met to discuss the couple's future. But who are the people closest to them?
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How the sewing machine accidentally liberated women
A device that changed women's lives was originally intended to make one man rich.
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Australia fires: The farmers burying their own cattle
The fires have killed thousands of cattle - leaving farmers to count the cost.
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Bombshell: Charlize Theron on 'wrapping her head around' Megyn Kelly
Charlize Theron on becoming Megyn Kelly in the Oscar-nominated Bombshell.
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Rebecca Long Bailey: What's in a hyphen?
Why Rebecca Long Bailey's lack of a hyphen in her surname has caused some confusion.
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New top story on Hacker News: Thanks HN: You helped me get a new job
Thanks HN: You helped me get a new job
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I remember like it was yesterday: I applied to a job overseas through a job platform and didn't get hired. People from the platform contacted me telling me one of the possible reasons was that I didn't have any code on GitHub. After that I started uploading all my code as open source projects and began to search places to tell people about it. Soon I learned about Hackernews and made a post that got 1 vote. I then decided to contact HN to ask how can I get more traction to my projects and they told me about the Show HN, a tag design to share small and even unfinished projects. Soon I was posting every idea I ever had made into a project. After InvaderZ - a space invaders clone that uses genetic algorithm - people started liking my projects and I started to gain some attention. That was very important causa I was being approached by some companies. I don't do projects to gather attention, I do cause I have fun doing them. I already had a lot of things done when I decided to upload them to GitHub. Well, in one of those times when my post was in top 10, a cool company from São Paulo saw me and called me for an interview. They liked my project so much they offer me a job. I'm living on São Paulo now, it's a huge city full of things to do and places to visit. It's been really cool so far and I have a huge appreciation for Hackernews and the good people that work here. They provide cool platform where people can share relevant news. They provide tools for people to start they own startup. They share jobs openings. They share companies that are hiring. It's a neat place for programmers, hackers and tech enthusiasts in general. I wrote this cause you never know when your story will inspire others and maybe there's someone on the struggle right now looking for a job. This was my experience. HN help me a lot and I think it might help you to. Thank you all and have a wonderful year.
4 by atum47 | 0 comments on Hacker News.
I remember like it was yesterday: I applied to a job overseas through a job platform and didn't get hired. People from the platform contacted me telling me one of the possible reasons was that I didn't have any code on GitHub. After that I started uploading all my code as open source projects and began to search places to tell people about it. Soon I learned about Hackernews and made a post that got 1 vote. I then decided to contact HN to ask how can I get more traction to my projects and they told me about the Show HN, a tag design to share small and even unfinished projects. Soon I was posting every idea I ever had made into a project. After InvaderZ - a space invaders clone that uses genetic algorithm - people started liking my projects and I started to gain some attention. That was very important causa I was being approached by some companies. I don't do projects to gather attention, I do cause I have fun doing them. I already had a lot of things done when I decided to upload them to GitHub. Well, in one of those times when my post was in top 10, a cool company from São Paulo saw me and called me for an interview. They liked my project so much they offer me a job. I'm living on São Paulo now, it's a huge city full of things to do and places to visit. It's been really cool so far and I have a huge appreciation for Hackernews and the good people that work here. They provide cool platform where people can share relevant news. They provide tools for people to start they own startup. They share jobs openings. They share companies that are hiring. It's a neat place for programmers, hackers and tech enthusiasts in general. I wrote this cause you never know when your story will inspire others and maybe there's someone on the struggle right now looking for a job. This was my experience. HN help me a lot and I think it might help you to. Thank you all and have a wonderful year.
New top story on Hacker News: DoD Wants Help with “Predictive Health” (Scroll Down)
DoD Wants Help with “Predictive Health” (Scroll Down)
5 by killjoywashere | 1 comments on Hacker News.
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Miscarriage can lead to 'long-term post-traumatic stress'
One in six women is still suffering nine months after they lose their baby, research suggests.
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Alaskan wilderness survivor tells his story
After his cabin caught fire in the Alaskan woods, Tyson Steele survived without shelter for 23 days.
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Hernia mesh implants used 'with no clinical evidence'
The devices cut into tissue and nerves, leaving some unable to walk, work or care for their children.
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The Papers: 'Markle vs Markle' and PM targets crime gangs
Some titles report Thomas Markle may testify against his daughter, Meghan, in her legal battle against a newspaper.
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Do your colleagues know how much you earn?
One in five people are banned from telling people they work with about their salary, a union says.
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Is it OK to call in sick with a common cold?
Should you just crack on with it when you have a cold, or hide under the duvet for everybody's sake?
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How the sewing machine accidentally liberated women
A device that changed women's lives was originally intended to make one man rich.
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Plug-in and sail: Meet the electric ferry pioneers
Battery powered ferries are becoming bigger and are sailing further, but they are still expensive.
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Monday, 13 January 2020
Australia fires: What's being done to fight the flames?
Here's what Australia is doing to tackle the worst wildfires the country has seen in decades.
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A miracle baby born to infertile mother
Jennifer Gobrecht’s uterus transplant allowed her to have a baby.
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Cathy Come Home: The TV drama that put homelessness on the map
The producer of the groundbreaking Cathy Come Home, Tony Garnett, has died but its legacy continues.
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Typewriter artist James Cook says 'it's a weird way of having fun'
Artist James Cook uses "obsolete technology" to bash out a picture one key at at a time.
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The 'sorcerer' keeping Mali's marionette tradition alive
A trip to a leading puppet workshop in Mali reveals the art is in trouble as insecurity has reduced tourist income.
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Using Huawei in UK 5G network 'would be madness', US claims
US officials handed over new evidence suggesting that Huawei's 5G technology is a security risk.
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US reverses China 'currency manipulator' label
The move comes as the two countries are expected to sign a preliminary trade agreement this week.
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Climate change: Australia fires will be 'normal' in 3C world
UK scientists say the recent fires in Australia are a foretaste of decades to come.
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Deloitte Football Money League: Barcelona top as Man Utd 'at risk' in Premier League
Barcelona are generating more money than any club in Europe but why might Manchester United's revenue fall?
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Using Huawei in UK 5G network 'would be madness', US claims
US officials handed over new evidence suggesting that Huawei's 5G technology is a security risk.
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Deloitte Football Money League: Barcelona top as Man Utd 'at risk' in Premier League
Barcelona are generating more money than any club in Europe but why might Manchester United's revenue fall?
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The Papers: The Queen's 'reluctant farewell' and 'Orf you go'
Most titles lead on the Queen's acceptance of Prince Harry and Meghan's decision to step away from the royal family.
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The billionaire retailer whose shops had no stock
Luiza Trajano, owner of Brazilian shop chain Magazine Luiza, is one of the country's richest people.
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Sunday, 12 January 2020
Retired Pope Benedict warns Francis against relaxing priestly celibacy rules
The surprise appeal comes as Pope Francis considers an easing of the rule banning married priests.
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Oscar nominations: 6 things to look out for
A female director, a repeat of #OscarsSoWhite or a good year for British talent?
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Hevrin Khalaf: Death of a peacemaker
Syrian-Kurdish leader Hevrin Khalaf was executed by a Syrian army faction, BBC Arabic reports.
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Can Australia's PM Scott Morrison recover from the fires?
Since September, bushfires have killed at least 28 people and destroyed thousands of homes.
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Hired by Weinstein to spy on celebrities
The spy posed as a journalist to extract information from Hollywood stars for Weinstein.
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'I want an egg donor with my heritage'
When IVF failed, Natasha was sad to learn that there are few egg donors of Afro-Caribbean heritage.
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Child car seats: Why is it so hard to recycle them?
Children under 12 must use a car seat, but many parents struggle to dispose of them responsibly afterwards.
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The disabled teenagers who's identity crisis led them to modelling careers
Models Brinston and Caitlin turned to fashion to boost their confidence after becoming wheelchair-users, then gained international careers.
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Australia fires: Aboriginal planners say the bush 'needs to burn'
What would happen if Australia followed the ancient bushfire management practices of Aboriginal people?
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UK Somalis 'racially profiled' over FGM
Parents are wrongly being arrested due to the stigma around female genital mutilation, campaigners say.
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The billionaire retailer whose shops had no stock
Luiza Trajano, owner of Brazilian shop chain Magazine Luiza, is one of the country's richest people.
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Northern England's disused mills 'at risk'
A quarter of northern England's 2,000 disused mills are at risk, says Historic England.
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Saturday, 11 January 2020
Malta: Robert Abela elected new PM after crisis over journalist's murder
Robert Abela is the new Labour Party leader, after Joseph Muscat resigned over a journalist's murder.
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Australia fires: PM admits mistakes in handling of crisis
Scott Morrison responds to criticism over the bushfires, proposing an inquiry into the crisis.
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'I've paid £250,000 for a ticket into space'
Space tourism is set to take off in 2020 as firms offering tickets get ready for the final countdown.
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Sri Lanka elephants: 'Record number' of deaths in 2019
Officials warn that human activity is resulting in rising numbers of elephant deaths.
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Love Island: Inside the new villa in South Africa
Newsbeat's Roisin Hastie has a sneak peak at the luxurious pad in Cape Town.
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LGBT armed forces ban: 'How far we've come'
Two decades after the ban on gay people serving in the armed forces ended, three people share their stories.
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Your pictures on the theme of 'individuality'
Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "individuality".
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Australia fires: Plants photographed regrowing in ashes
Plants are photographed regrowing in parts of Australia ravaged by fire last month.
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John Baldessari: The artist who cremated his own paintings
John Baldessari, who touched the art world with his irreverent humour, has died at the age of 88.
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Brenda Blethyn's Vera: More than a scruffy mac and hat
The star of the popular detective series on how she has learned to love her dogged, scruffy sleuth.
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The GP practice where patients can share appointments
Group sessions allow more GP time and the chance to meet others with the same illness, advocates say.
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The deadly 'ghost gear' which haunts seas and coastlines
Tonnes of fishing equipment are lost or abandoned every year, posing a risk to wildlife at sea and on shore.
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Maxence Melo's Jamii Forums: Tanzania’s 'accidental journalist'
Maxence Melo, the online freedom champion in Tanzania is apprehensive of what might happen in an election year
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Researchers: Are we on the cusp of an ‘AI winter’?
AI researchers admit that the hype around AI may be cooling off once again.
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'I've paid £250,000 for a ticket into space'
Space tourism is set to take off in 2020 as firms offering tickets get ready for the final countdown.
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Friday, 10 January 2020
Stormont: Parties return to assembly after striking deal
Sinn Féin and the DUP back a deal to restart the devolved government after three years of deadlock.
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'I'm in shock about how big it has all got' - Sherrock on fame, trolls & historic wins
Darts star Fallon Sherrock tells the BBC how her life has changed since becoming the first woman to beat a man at the PDC World Championship.
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Qasem Soleimani: Crisis puts Mid-East friends and foes on edge
The effect of the US-Iran flare-up is rippling across America's allies and enemies in the region.
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Iran admits it ‘unintentionally’ shot down Ukrainian jetliner, according to state TV
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Iran admits it ‘unintentionally’ shot down Ukrainian jetliner, according to state TV
01/10/20 8:05 PM
Iran says it 'unintentionally' shot down plane
Iran had so far denied responsibility for Wednesday's Ukrainian plane crash, in which 176 people died.
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Taiwan election: Tsai bids for second term against contender Han
The contest between President Tsai Ing-wen and Han Kuo-yu will shape Taiwanese-Chinese relations.
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Sultan Qaboos of Oman dies aged 79
The sultan deposed his father in a bloodless coup in 1970 and then set Oman on a path to development.
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