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Tom Steyer ends presidential campaign after Biden wins South Carolina primary

02/29/20 6:20 PM

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

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

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New top story on Hacker News: Ask HN: Good ways to capture institutional knowledge?

Ask HN: Good ways to capture institutional knowledge?
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Successful companies institutionalize the knowledge of their employees; this leads to better continuity and faster on-boarding. Things like huge monorepos of useful code, internal tools, process manuals, etc. are example products of this. Young companies tend to depend on the dedication and talent of key individuals, and in maturation, must somehow make the jump to institutionalized knowledge (so that "if someone got hit by a bus" things are ok). What are some successful methods you have used or seen used to accomplish this transition? What are problems you faced (skeptics, opponents, etc.)? I am involved with an organization that is slowly growing, is about to lose key personnel, and is looking to prepare.

Northern rail: Government takes over after chaos

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

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Coronavirus: Italian economy takes a body blow

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Your pictures on the theme of 'railways'

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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War of words as Nigerian English gets Oxford recognition

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

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

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

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Northern rail: Government takes over after chaos

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

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St David: Ten things about the Patron Saint of Wales

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

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Biden wins South Carolina Democratic primary, Fox News projects, in crucial boost to campaign after early losses

02/29/20 4:01 PM

Joe Biden to win South Carolina vote - US media

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

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Friday, 28 February 2020

Most graduates still gain financially from degrees

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

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

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

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Margaret Thatcher: Former PM named outfits after Gorbachev and Reagan

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

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Making chopsticks into house furnishings

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

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

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

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Week in Pictures: 22-28 February

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

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How calisthenics helped a former raver kickstart a new lifestyle

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

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Syria war: Refugees eye Europe as Turkey hits breaking point

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

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Could deepfakes be used to train office workers?

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

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Why are Scottish councils closing their outdoor centres?

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

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CDC: 2nd coronavirus case due to 'community spread' confirmed in California

02/28/20 4:57 PM

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President Trump holds a rally in North Charleston, S.C., 24 hours before the polls close in the state's Democratic primary. Watc

02/28/20 4:09 PM

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

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

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Walkout as Polanksi wins 'best director' at Césars

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

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Knife offenders lack male role models, says senior police officer

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

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The decade that shattered trust in politics

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

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Thursday, 27 February 2020

Road schemes may face Heathrow-style court action

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

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Gambling industry 'needs tougher regulation'

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

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Philippines volcano: Residents return to visit island

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

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Crystal Palace dinosaurs added to 'at risk' register

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

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How making a violin brought these two together

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

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

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

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Leap years and why we need them

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

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Meet the Hatton Garden jeweller who rappers go to

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

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Contemplating the Fens through art

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

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The boss who put everyone on 70K

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

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Afghanistan conflict: US-Taliban deal raises hope for peace

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

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The crisis forcing mothers to give away their babies

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

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'We can enjoy life without sound'

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

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Greta Thunberg: Who is the teenage climate change activist?

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

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Protecting whales from the noise people make in the ocean

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

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Road schemes may face Heathrow-style court action

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

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Gambling industry 'needs tougher regulation'

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

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New 'east-west divide' splitting north start-up economy

New research shows more start-up business are thriving on the west of the Pennines.

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The boss who put everyone on 70K

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

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'After the coral ban, I lost everything'

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

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Thousands of depression cases 'linked to universal credit'

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

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The Papers: Virus raises fears over economy and major events

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

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Wednesday, 26 February 2020

Landscapes of chemical and biological warfare

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

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The Big Moon: Record shopping is like a religion

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

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Afghan peace talks: The woman who negotiated with the Taliban

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

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Forced sterilisation in South Africa: They removed my uterus

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

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'After the coral ban, I lost everything'

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

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Heathrow expansion: What is the third runway plan?

What are the arguments for and against a third runway?

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Bernie Sanders: 17 things the Democratic front-runner believes

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

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Coronavirus prompts buyers to look closer to home

Manufacturers have seen a spike in inquiries as the coronavirus disrupts supply lines from China.

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Tim Cooke says Apple's first Indian store to open 2021

The iPhone maker lags behind competitors in the world's second largest mobile phone market.

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

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

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'Go big' to tackle regional inequalities, report urges

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

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Nando’s employees call for changes to cleaning pay policy

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

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Court may upset Heathrow third runway plans

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

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Scientists aim to spot abusers from their hands

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

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

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

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'Go big' to tackle regional inequalities, report urges

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

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Court may upset Heathrow third runway plans

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

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

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

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How a serious accident led to business success

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

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Tuesday, 25 February 2020

Secret doorway in Parliament leads to historical treasure trove

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

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

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

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How did companies sell 'unmentionable' sanitary towels?

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

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Could North Korea handle a Covid-19 outbreak?

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

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Solari boards: The disappearing sound of airports

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

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

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

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How a serious accident led to business success

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

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Sickest patients 'facing hours stuck on trolleys'

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

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Red squirrels sniff out danger better than greys

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

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Scottish drugs summit over tackling death rate

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

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'We cancelled our holiday because of coronavirus'

Peter and Jill Baker have been left out of pocket over their decision to cancel a holiday in Italy.

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How did companies sell 'unmentionable' sanitary towels?

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

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Would you eat a 'steak' printed by robots?

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

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Coronavirus: Outbreak spreads in Europe from Italy

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

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

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

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County lines: Police arrest 46 in raids across the UK

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

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The Papers: Coronavirus 'action plan' and 'mass testing' in UK

Wednesday's papers say UK schools face closure in new plans to stop the spread of the virus.

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Six-year-old girl arrested at Florida school

Police bodycam footage captured the moment a visibly distressed child was arrested at her school in Orlando.

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Monday, 24 February 2020

Shrove Tuesday football: 'No quarter asked nor given'

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

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Coronavirus: The race to find the source in wildlife

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

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

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

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Would you eat a 'steak' printed by robots?

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

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Hungary's new patriotic education meets resistance

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

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What happens when the internet vanishes?

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

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Great Australian Bight: Equinor abandons controversial oil drilling plans

Environmentalists say it is a "huge win" for safeguarding the seas of the Great Australian Bight.

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Housing: The Yimbys who want to shake up suburbia

BBC News meets a pressure group called London Yimby which thinks it has a solution to the housing crisis.

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Poorest women's life expectancy declines, finds report

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

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

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

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Cardiff woman wins £400k in DWP race discrimination row

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

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Young drivers 'let down over insurance app faults'

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

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'I'm the boss and part time, don't call me slacker'

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

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The boss putting an end to empty homes

Katharine Hibbert is the founder of UK property guardianship company Dot Dot Dot.

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Young drivers 'let down over insurance app faults'

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

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Climate change: Schools failing us, say pupils

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

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

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

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Kobe Bryant: How a basketball legend inspired young players

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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What Donald Trump gets out of his trip to India

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

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How Africa hopes to gain from the 'new scramble'

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

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Labour leadership: Members voting in three-way contest

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

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Canary Islands sandstorm: Flights disrupted as dust cloud strands tourists

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

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Public redundancy bill hits seven-year high

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

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'Women cocoa farmers paid as little as 23p a day'

Campaigning group, Fairtrade, is calling on the government to back a new global equality initiative.

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Public redundancy bill hits seven-year high

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

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Can computer translators ever beat speaking a foreign tongue?

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

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

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

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New questions over Farah's relationship with Salazar

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Nevada caucuses: Bernie Sanders leads in early results

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

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Hip-hop's iconic photos go on display

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

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Simone Biles on abuse, race and life after gymnastics

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

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Your pictures on the theme of 'uphill'

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

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Sheringham Viking Festival 'warrior' finds faith in Norse gods

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

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

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

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Encephalitis: 'I couldn't remember my boyfriend'

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

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Snow, ice and flood warnings in place across Scotland

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

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

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

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Dead within three hours of arrival at a Russian prison

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Man Utd fan invited to Old Trafford after Klopp letter

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

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Email address charges branded 'daylight robbery'

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

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Waitrose named best supermarket by Which?

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

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Email address charges branded 'daylight robbery'

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

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

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

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Waitrose named best supermarket by Which?

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

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Afghanistan war: US and Afghan Taliban start partial truce

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

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

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

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What happens when a Hindu and Muslim YouTuber meet?

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

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Phoebe Waller-Bridge on Fleabag and feminism

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

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Week in Pictures

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

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London's Coffin Club where people plan their final farewell

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

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Wallis Simpson's hard lessons for Harry and Meghan

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

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

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

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

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

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Crossing Divides: What happens when pen pals reunite

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

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

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

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Immigration: How will new laws affect care workers?

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

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London Central Mosque stabbing: Man charged

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

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New blue British passport rollout to begin in March

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

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Thursday, 20 February 2020

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Lori Vallow, mother of missing Idaho kids, arrested in Hawaii on several charges

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Coronavirus: Ukraine protesters attack buses carrying China evacuees

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

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NHS 'took 18 months to help after suicide attempt'

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

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Billions of £20 notes to be made into compost

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

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Schoolboy Man Utd fan gets letter from Jurgen Klopp

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

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

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

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Talking to your neighbours is mandatory if you live here

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

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Running stories: How running helped me fight anxiety and bulimia

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

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

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

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

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

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How Hollywood movies saved a gay Russian teenager

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

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British pianist James Rhodes drives child abuse reform in Spain

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

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

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

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Can computer translators ever beat speaking a foreign tongue?

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

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Brexit: How do you negotiate a trade agreement?

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

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Abandoned seafarers: Hungry, penniless and far from home

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

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The artistic wizard who brought Oz to life

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

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JP Morgan economists warn of 'catastrophic' climate change

Researchers say delaying climate change action risks "potentially catastrophic outcomes".

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Turning billions of £20 notes into compost

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

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Trump takes the stage at Phoenix rally, expected to make his case against debating Dems

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Bloomberg pummeled by Sanders, Warren as his first Dem debate quickly turns nasty

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

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

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New polymer £20 featuring painter Turner enters circulation

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

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Brexit complicates EU Budget plans

Leaders are meeting this week to discuss Budget plans in challenging discussions.

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

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

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

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

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New polymer £20 featuring painter Turner enters circulation

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

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

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

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Sinn Fein surge puts Irish economy in the spotlight

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

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Should your email say if you're he, she or they?

Firms are encouraging staff to make sharing which personal pronouns they use an everyday practice.

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Julian Smith: Boris Johnson approved Stormont agreement

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

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

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

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Tuesday, 18 February 2020

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

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

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

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

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China economy: Why it matters to you

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

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Hollywood studio plans to build film complex in Reading

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

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Jacqueline du Pré: Royal Ballet tells cellist's story

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

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

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

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'I clean the Sistine Chapel frescoes'

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

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CEO Secrets: How Camelot boss got to the top

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

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"Battle Bus" memorialised executed environmentalists

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

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Singapore turns rubbish into energy and footpaths

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

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

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

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Immigration: No visas for low-skilled workers, government says

The post-Brexit immigration plan says employers must stop relying on "cheap labour".

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'Outdated family-court rape views need addressing'

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

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Army training deaths 'will keep happening'

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Why your new work colleague could be a robot

Better sight, better hands and more intelligence are allowing robots to take on more and more jobs.

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

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

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Monday, 17 February 2020

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

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

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Russian activist Anastasia Shevchenko living under house arrest

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

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The unlikely friendship saving Egypt’s synagogues

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

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

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

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How are weather forecasts made?

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

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Hundreds of staff injured at Amazon UK warehouses, GMB claims

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

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

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

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Hundreds of staff injured at Amazon UK warehouses, GMB claims

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

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Criminals end up with 'smaller brains'

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

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No putting meat on expenses, says property firm

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

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Denny Hamlin wins his third Daytona 500 after string of crashes

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No putting meat on expenses, says property firm

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

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Regular savers tempted with cash prizes

Nationwide is offering a prize draw to lure savers, but would it be better to choose higher rates?

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

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

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Transgender patients self-medicating over NHS waits

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

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Woman 'conceived by rape' claim leads to arrest

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

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Lewis Capaldi expected to triumph at the Brits

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

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Brexit: France warns UK of bitter trade negotiations

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

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

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

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Met Office forecasters set for 'billion pound' supercomputer

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

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Coronavirus: Bicester Village 'having a tough time'

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

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The doctors and lawyers giving advice on TikTok

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

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'I lost my left ear to my tanning addiction'

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

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Rape survivor writes poem about attack

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

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How safe are breast implants?

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

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'I reinvented the hair tie from my uni halls'

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

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Egg-freezing: What's the success rate?

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

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Brit Awards: 10 memorable moments ahead of 40th ceremony

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

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

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

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Coronavirus: A Cameroon student on how he recovered

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

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Daytona 500 postponed to Monday afternoon following rain delays

02/16/20 4:05 PM

Coronavirus: Bicester Village 'having a tough time'

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

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

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

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Crossing Divides: The 'youngsters' gaining respect at work

A demand for social media skills is bringing younger people into the workplace, but this can create friction.

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Pregnant actresses: 'We're not treated like people'

The way some actresses are treated is straight out of "the dark ages", says the Equality Commission.

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The monk saving Timbuktu's treasures

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

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Mark Zuckerberg: Facebook boss urges tighter regulation

Mark Zuckerberg says social media firms should not decide what counts as legitimate free speech.

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

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

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Why the world needs 'Instagrans'

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

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Your pictures on the theme of 'wooden'

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

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US election 2020: Could it be Bernie Sanders v Donald Trump?

If Bernie Sanders isn't the Democratic front-runner at this point, the word has little meaning.

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'City of Women': A refuge for Colombia's displaced

Women displaced by Colombia's armed conflict created their own community to offer each other support.

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Swiss Crypto AG spying scandal shakes reputation for neutrality

The revelation that foreign intelligence used a Swiss company's devices for spying provokes outrage.

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'Period-shaming' Indian college forces students to strip to underwear

Dozens of women were made to remove their knickers to prove they were not menstruating.

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Crossing Divides: The hostel promoting tourism to ease Israel's tensions

An Arab-Jewish-owned hostel caused controversy but is being held up as a symbol of change.

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Friday, 14 February 2020

HS2: UK in talks with China over construction of high-speed line

China's state railway company says it could build the line in just five years, according to reports.

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Robbie Williams and wife Ayda welcome fourth child

Beau Benedict Enthoven Williams was born via the same surrogate as daughter Coco, Ayda Field Williams says.

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'I live in a Gaudi building visited by a million tourists each year'

Ana Viladomiu lives in La Pedrera, a building designed by architect Antoni Gaudí, in Barcelona. Around a million tourists a year pay 22 euros ($24) to visit the popular landmark.

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Why being gay in Russia is about 'love and passion'

The secret moment between two gay Russian lovers that defied haters.

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Week in Pictures: 8-14 February

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

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HS2: Views from along the track

Supporters and critics give their thoughts on the government decision to build HS2.

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The fake 'kitchen hacks' with billions of views

Kitchen hacks and baking videos are hugely popular on YouTube - but do all the tips actually work?

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She pretends to have a baby for adoption - can she get help to stop?

Gabby cannot stop tricking childless couples. She needs therapy, but her father cannot pay for it.

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'How I hid my autism to fit in'

Eloise Stark describes how she created strategies to help her "fit in" with others until her diagnosis.

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Crossing Divides: Why 'cartooning' political opponents is bad for us

Ignoring stereotypes like "snowflakes" and "gammons" helps us find common ground, research suggests.

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Pregnant actresses: 'We're not treated like people'

The way some actresses are treated is straight out of "the dark ages", says the Equality Commission.

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Australia weather: How much rain did it take to put out NSW fires?

A massive dump of water in the past week has turned the fortunes of the fire-hit Australian state.

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The racism denier in charge of defending black rights in Brazil

Sergio Camargo is the latest in a series of controversial government appointments.

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Labour leadership: Emily Thornberry eliminated from race

The shadow foreign secretary failed to secure enough support to qualify for the members' ballot.

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Duchess of Cambridge says 'amazing granny' inspires her parenting

The Duchess of Cambridge says she wants to pass on experiences with art, gardening and cooking.

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Astronomers want public funds for intelligent life search

Astronomers want more public funds to help search for intelligent life elsewhere in the universe.

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The Papers: China HS2 talks and 'pioneering police scheme'

China holding talks with the UK about constructing HS2 is among Saturday's front-page stories.

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Thursday, 13 February 2020

France's César Academy board quits en masse amid Polanski row

The resignation of the entire César Academy board follows demands for "profound reform".

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Woman who learned English from Jeopardy! becomes contestant

Kristyna Ng, who moved to Canada from China as a child, says Jeopardy! helped her learn English.

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William Barr: Trump tweets make my job 'impossible'

US Attorney General William Barr said he would not be bullied by anyone, including the president.

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Trade shows hit hard by coronavirus

The world's largest mobile phone trade show joins a growing list of cancellations around the globe.

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Savage x Fenty: Why sex still sells in women's fashion

As brands come under fire for overly sexualised advertising, how lucrative is it to sell sex appeal in fashion?

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Dating website 'scammed me out of hundreds of pounds'

Sacha Cowlam says a dating website charged her £270 without her knowledge or permission.

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Google ordered to reveal author of Australian dentist's bad review

The Australian court ruling forces the US firm to hand over details about the anonymous poster.

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Coronavirus: Will someone develop a vaccine?

Global pharmaceutical companies may not see enough profitability from developing a Covid-19 vaccine.

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McConnell reacts to Barr's criticism of Trump tweets: 'I think the president should listen to his advice'

02/13/20 4:21 PM

The Papers: PM's 'power grab' and Harry and Meghan 'axe team'

Friday's front pages focus on the drama of Boris Johnson's "unexpectedly brutal" cabinet reshuffle.

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Wednesday, 12 February 2020

Coronavirus: Will someone develop a vaccine?

Global pharmaceutical companies may not see enough profitability from developing a Covid-19 vaccine.

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Fly-tipping: Organised crime behind 'large rise'

Gangs are setting up fake waste companies and dumping lorry loads of rubbish on private land.

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Big Ben: Cost of repairing Elizabeth Tower rises by £18.6m

A survey of London's famous 177-year-old landmark revealed bomb damage, pollution and asbestos.

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Nestle axes low sugar chocolate due to weak sales

Milky Wowsomes were the processed food giant's first products using a new 'hollow' sugar technology.

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Education ministers pull plug on 5,000 post-GCSE qualifications

Many courses with few or no students will be scrapped as ministers prepare for T-levels in England.

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Help us or you'll kill the High Street, warn jewellers

The stark warning comes from jewellers F Hinds, one of 50 retailers urging the government to act.

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Storm Ciara: Wisbech Town match postponed over wrecked stand

The stand at Wisbech Town Football Club was destroyed in strong winds during the storm on Sunday.

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'Tricky' commute warning as snow and ice forecast in Scotland

Motorists have been warned to expect disruption to their commute as the wintry weather continues.

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Nestle axes low sugar chocolate due to weak sales

Milky Wowsomes were the processed food giant's first products using a new 'hollow' sugar technology.

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The Papers: UK 'must brace for virus' and NHS doctors bullied

Coronavirus developments and an investigation into mistreated doctors feature in Thursday's newspapers.

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'Help us or you'll kill the High Street'

The stark warning comes from jewellers F Hinds, one of 50 retailers urging the government to act.

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'My court record only emerged when I got a job'

The number of people in their 20s with county court judgements against them has risen sharply in the last year.

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Tuesday, 11 February 2020

From macho to mindfulness: How rugby has changed

Newsbeat goes behind the scenes with Harlequins as they use meditation and mindfulness to help the mental health of their players.

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An 'unhappy marriage' that has saved thousands of lives

Uma cared for her ailing husband until he died. Now she's helping other Indians get medical treatment.

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The clever glass box that reshaped the world

Wardian cases safely took plants across the world, revolutionising agriculture, politics and trade.

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US telecoms giants get $26bn takeover green light

A judge ruled that the merger of T-Mobile US and Sprint would not mean higher prices for customers.

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Google starts appeal against £2bn shopping fine

The case of Google versus the European Commission will be heard in Luxembourg over three days.

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Wildlife photos: Squabbling mice top 'people's poll' award

An image of two mice fighting on the underground over a crumb of food tops a popular wildlife photo poll.

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'You are groomed to work to a retirement date'

An insurer calls for a more flexible approach to the state pension after running "mid-life MOTs" for staff.

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Google starts appeal against £2bn shopping fine

The case of Google versus the European Commission will be heard in Luxembourg over three days.

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Australia fires: 113 animal species 'need emergency help'

Koalas along with birds, fish and frogs need the most help after Australia's fires, says a report.

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US schoolboy lifted off floor in police chokehold

The support resource officer at a high school in Arkansas is under investigation for use of excessive force.

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Andrew Yang expected to suspend his presidential campaign, senior adviser says

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The Papers: HS2 'gamble' and Storm 'Dennis the Menace'

Several of Wednesday's newspapers focus on Boris Johnson's approval of the high-speed rail project.

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Automatic compensation for energy switch errors

Victims of switching mistakes will be paid £30 automatically under the new scheme which starts in May.

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'You are groomed to work to a retirement date'

An insurer calls for a more flexible approach to the state pension after running "mid-life MOTs" for staff.

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Blockchain: The revolution that hasn't quite happened

Blockchain was hyped as a secure and cheap way to store or retrieve data, but it is yet to take off.

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Monday, 10 February 2020

Daniel arap Moi: How Kenyans learnt to laugh at the president

Ex-President Moi left a mixed legacy but Kenyans learnt to laugh at his dictatorial excesses.

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The school play that sent an Indian mother to prison

A play critical of India's controversial new citizenship law has sparked an unusual turn of events.

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Frozen-egg storage 10-year limit 'could be extended'

Women's choices on when to have children may be affected by the current law, ministers say.

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'Post Office false theft claim left me bankrupt'

Lee Castleton was left broke after the Post Office spent £320,000 pursuing him over false losses.

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The Papers: Royal couple 'separate' and £5bn for local buses

Tuesday's papers report on Peter Phillips relationship and new investment for buses and cycle lanes.

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Coronavirus: 'I walk around my block of flats to stay sane'

Working from home during the coronavirus outbreak has its ups and downs for millions stuck indoors.

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'Post Office false theft claim left me bankrupt'

Lee Castleton was left broke after the Post Office spent £320,000 pursuing him over false losses.

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'I remember the roaches walking across the floor'

When Rob Bernshteyn and his family escaped the Soviet Union, they initially found the US was worse.

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Sunday, 9 February 2020

Africa Eye: Torture ‘rampant’ among Nigeria’s security forces

BBC Africa Eye uncovers evidence that torture is being used by the Nigerian police and armed forces.

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Rio and Kate Ferdinand: 'I was naive about being a stepmum-of-three at 27'

The former Manchester United star and his new wife talk about their struggle to adapt to being a step family.

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Breathtaking images from the Landscape Photographer of the Year competition

The awe-inspiring images came from 840 photographers from around the world.

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Norfolk film-makers explore 'heartbreaking' experiences of sexual harassment

Two women have made a film based on "heartbreaking" real experiences of sexual harassment.

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Labour leadership: The party's ups and downs charted over a century

What 100 years of voting tells us about the scale of the task ahead for a new Labour leader.

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'Without suicide forums, Callie might still be alive'

The Samaritans have called for suicide forums to be "buried" online in a new Panorama documentary.

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Remarkable journey from refugee to Rhodes scholar

Getting an education was always a matter of life or death for Summia Tora.

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'I remember the roaches walking across the floor'

When Rob Bernshteyn and his family escaped the Soviet Union, they initially found the US was worse.

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Mental health in Kenya: ‘I was accused of bewitching my husband’

Kenyan Esther Kiama's husband had a bipolar disorder, but his family thought she had cast a spell.

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HIV in older people: 'I thought it was a young person's illness'

Six in 10 over-50s with HIV receive a late diagnosis, as experts call for more awareness of sexually transmitted infections.

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NDAs 'should not silence sexual harassment claims'

Arbitration service Acas says agreements should not be routinely used as part of new guidance.

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The 200-year-old diary that's rewriting gay history

A Yorkshire farmer's journal from 1810 reveals surprisingly modern views on being gay.

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Newspaper review: 'Storm of the century' and virus 'super-spreader'

The paper's reflect on Storm Ciara, and a Briton is thought to have infected seven with coronavirus.

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NDAs 'should not silence sexual harassment claims'

Arbitration service Acas says agreements should not be routinely used as part of new guidance.

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HS2: Six reasons why the rail route is so expensive

The controversial high-speed rail project could potentially cost as much as £106bn.

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A new rural bank branch opening! What's going on?

Is Hawes, in the Yorkshire Dales, a template for the future of bank branches and community services?

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Oscars 2020: Life lessons from Europe's last wild beekeeper

The story of the woman at the centre of an Oscar-nominated film has struck a chord around the world.

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Oscars 2020: 12 things to watch out for at Sunday's Academy Awards

The likely winners, memorable performers and other talking points ahead of Sunday's ceremony.

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Brexit: What trade deals has the UK done so far?

Securing a UK-EU trade deal will be top a priority over the months ahead.

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Ukraine's teen bullying drama that shattered taboos and stirred a nation

Ukraine's Early Swallows is a TV hit, giving teenagers the courage to open up about their lives.

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Clare Grogan: 'I'm still waiting for the bubble to burst'

Gregory's Girl and Altered Images star Clare Grogan reveals the secret of surviving 40 years in the limelight.

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Has Airbnb grown a conscience?

Airbnb is the latest US company to pledge it will serve society. Has the corporate world grown a conscience?

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Coronavirus deaths surpass SARS fatalities from 2002-2003; at least 811 have died

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'I spent more than £500 on deposit-free renting'

Some renters are choosing the option without understanding the costs involved, housing groups warn.

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Solar Orbiter launch: what is it and what's it going to do?

Many scientists are calling it the UK's most important mission for a generation.

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Mental health clarity urged for uni students' parents

Universities are urged to clarify if they would tell families when students have mental health problems.

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Climate change: Why are US senators wearing this symbol?

Climate Stripes, a graphic made by a UK academic, is being worn by US politicians posted on social media.

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The murder of Joy Morgan: 'My sister's death showed me life is precious'

It's been a year since Dionne's sister, Joy Morgan, was murdered by a man she met at her church.

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How some women are still losing out on Oscars

A film critic explains why Oscar-winning roles for minority women are rarely strong leads.

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Tracking IS from Syria to the Philippines

The BBC's Middle East correspondent Quentin Sommerville follows the spread of Islamic State group, from Syria to the Philippines.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'paths'

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

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