Some Cornish residents say the crowds are "madness" and they are banning their children from towns.
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Dangerous heat wave forecast for south-western areas of US
Forecasters say temperatures could rise to 50C on Saturday in parts of Utah, Nevada and California.
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Whaley Bridge dam crisis: What's changed one year on?
Residents in Whaley Bridge reflect on last year's dam crisis that threatened to wipe out their town.
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Bafta TV Awards 2020: Ten things we learned at the virtual ceremony
The night's big highlights, from DIY trophies to Kermit and Miss Piggy.
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Job-hunting: 'I apply everywhere - few firms reply'
The pandemic has created a desperate hunt for jobs in an increasingly competitive market.
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How basketball could revive African economies
NBA Africa is looking to launch the African Basketball League in order to boost the economy.
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Leicester Muslims mark second Eid of extended lockdown
Leicester's religious leaders and council urge people to pray and celebrate the festival at home.
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Coronavirus: Tracking new outbreaks in the sewers
Around 15,000 new cases of the disease have been reported in Spain in the past week.
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India Atkinson: TikTok disability educator goes viral
India Atkinson's videos address misconceptions about a condition that left her without fingers on one hand.
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Coronavirus symptoms: What are they and how long should I self-isolate?
The BBC’s Laura Foster explains how you can recognise the symptoms of coronavirus.
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Week in pictures: 25 July-31 July 2020
A selection of powerful news photographs taken around the world this week.
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US election 2020: The war hero who could be Biden's running mate
Senator Tammy Duckworth is an Iraq war veteran and the first Thai-American woman elected to Congress.
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James Baldwin: World's fastest gamer to real life racer
Gaming gives the 22-year-old a second chance of achieving his real life racing dreams.
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Coronavirus: The bogus meme targeting Dr Fauci, and other fake claims
A round-up of false and misleading claims circulating on American social media this week.
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Job-hunting: 'I apply everywhere - few firms reply'
The pandemic has created a desperate hunt for jobs in an increasingly competitive market.
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Jet2 to refund customers returning early from Spain
The airline says it will refund cancelled return flights from Spain and unused holiday dates.
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BA staff and plane fanatics hunt for 747 souvenirs
The retirement of British Airways' fleet of 747s has triggered a bout of nostalgia from its fans.
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Thursday, 30 July 2020
The 'real' threat to Russia’s former doping mastermind
The ex-mastermind of Russian sports doping, Grigory Rodchenkov, now only appears in disguise. Matt Majendie explains why.
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NBA: Basketball's unique role in the United States' discussion about racism
Basketball is perhaps the sport best placed to challenge racial inequality. Is the NBA doing it right?
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Climate change 'driving UK's extreme weather'
Last year was remarkable for high temperatures and severe swings, according to the Met Office.
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Coronavirus: Can the chancellor save the economy from Covid-19?
Will Rishi Sunak's £190bn superpower be enough to counter the economic effects of coronavirus?
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Bafta TV Awards: Stars prepare for virtual ceremony
There is no red carpet at this year's virtual ceremony - unless the stars unfurl one in their homes.
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Universal Credit 'failing millions of people', say peers
Lords blame the design of the benefit payment for "soaring rent arrears and use of food banks".
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Prison launches take-away meal deliveries
Brixton prison is taking orders for take-aways from its professional-standard training restaurant.
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Kylie and Kendall Jenner endorsed 'knock-off' Apple products on Instagram
They promoted AirPods clones, whose design may be in breach of Apple's intellectual property rights.
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Brain tumour patient Matty gives thanks for 800 letters
Matty, 15, has received messages from astronaut Tim Peake and TV presenters Ant and Dec.
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Coronavirus: Brits, Balearics and battered businesses
Ibiza's nightclub scene has been hit hard by coronavirus, leaving people in need of support.
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'I helped Black Lives Matter without protesting'
Three people share what they have done to support Black Lives Matter without going to protests.
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Quiz of the week: Which star called out disinformation?
How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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Coronavirus: Why some people want to keep working from home
Office workers in England can soon go back to their desks - but many want to keep working remotely.
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Bird in the Sky: The radio play made under a duvet
Dramatising this intriguing true story of an Awol airman involved innovation and perseverance.
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Creeper guitarist: 'I worked on the album from a psychiatric ward'
Creeper's guitarist, Ian, was sectioned last year - now they're releasing a new album.
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What exactly is a 'Karen' and where did the meme come from?
To many the Karen meme - and its male equivalent Ken - sums up a specific type of white privilege.
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What you need to become an internet streaming star
Broadcasting on services like Twitch is becoming increasingly popular - and more professional.
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Wednesday, 29 July 2020
Rape convictions fall to record low in England and Wales
The Crown Prosecution Service says it is "working hard to reverse the trend".
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PM's child poverty claims 'inaccurate,' says statistics watchdog
Labour urges Boris Johnson to "correct the record" after criticism from the statistics authority.
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Extinction: Quarter of UK mammals 'under threat'
Review of UK mammals finds that a quarter of native species are at "imminent threat of extinction".
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PM hails public sector workers in drive for recruits
More police and teachers are being employed, but Labour says services had been cut "to the bone".
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Liberal Democrats: Is targeting the 'yellow halo' key to party's success?
As voting gets under way in their latest leadership contest, new research offers hope to the Lib Dems.
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Coronavirus: UK lockdown solidarity 'starting to fray'
The public are being consulted on how to avoid community divisions opening up in the months ahead.
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Coronavirus in Pakistan: Doctor's video diary of fight against pandemic
A doctor in one of Pakistan’s busiest hospitals has kept a video diary of the country’s struggle with coronavirus.
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Coronavirus: Domestic abuse - ‘You’re with each other 24/7'
The Domestic Abuse Helpline took more than 40,000 calls during the first three months of lockdown, we explore the reality of domestic abuse when confined to your home.
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How to ace a video interview
A job coach offers eight tips for performing your best during a video interview.
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Black Lives Matter: Can you answer these seven questions about statues and the protests?
Take this quiz to test your knowledge of the monuments and memorials that have attracted controversy.
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Is TikTok doing enough to remove pro eating disorder content?
Radio 1 Newsbeat looks at whether the app is doing enough to remove the content.
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Inside an 'abandoned' panto warehouse
Instead of being measured up and shipped out, pantomime costumes and props fill the high shelves.
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'Bay of Piglets': A 'bizarre' plot to capture a president
How did exiled Venezuelans and former US Special Forces end up joining what looked from the outset like a suicide mission?
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Coastal erosion: The 'forgotten' community left to fall off a cliff
As climate change hastens coastal erosion, why are some areas saved and others abandoned to the sea?
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India and China race to build along a disputed frontier
The rival nuclear powers are trying to out-build each other along their disputed Himalayan border.
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The Umbrella Academy: Where do superheroes on screen go from here?
We ask the cast of Netflix's Umbrella Academy what's next for the genre.
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The sweet smell of success: How Bulgaria took the lead in lavender
Lavender is used for cosmetics, fragrances and even, with the help of bees, to make honey.
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Jordan and Perri: Kiss breakfast hosts on 'stepping into huge shoes'
Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely on early mornings, listening figures and diversity in radio.
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Tuesday, 28 July 2020
More free school meals 'would stop diet disaster'
A national food strategy for England calls for an extension of the scheme to end childhood hunger.
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Coronavirus: Business rescue package has 'delayed the inevitable'
Insolvencies slow during lockdown, but experts say the worst is yet to come.
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Coronavirus: 'Lockdown saved me from life on the streets'
Rough sleeper Simon was offered a hotel room, after the government released emergency funding to get people off the streets during lockdown.
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Coronavirus: Scaled back Hajj pilgrimage due to start in Saudi Arabia
Only a very limited number of Muslims living in the kingdom will be able to make the Hajj this year.
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Bringing Mars back to Earth
An audacious mission to bring rock samples from Mars back to Earth is about to begin - find our more with our illustrated guide
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Pre-colonial communities’ history of gender fluidity
The BBC spoke to three people from cultures that have a long history of gender fluidity.
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Elmhurst Ballet School helping young dancers with body image
The ballet world is competitive and the pressure on young dancers to achieve the "perfect physique" is high.
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Coronavirus on campus: 'We already lost prom and graduation...'
The BBC spoke to three students about the uncertainty of schools reopening in the age of Covid-19.
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Coronavirus: 'Mum died while we were at dad's funeral'
John and Mary Boxer died within 16 days of each other, weeks before their 60th wedding anniversary.
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Spain quarantine rules: The businesses fearing for their futures
Spain's struggling tourist businesses say the UK's new quarantine rules may drive them off the edge.
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Saudi Hajj coronavirus curbs mean 'no work, no salary, nothing'
Covid-19 has hit the annual Hajj and with no international pilgrims, many firms both in Saudi and abroad are suffering.
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'Coronavirus has delayed my career prospects'
The government can retrain and support people, but are there the jobs to provide employment?
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Malta: The island hoping to be 2020's festival hotspot
Malta is set to host four festivals over the coming months after British events were cancelled.
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International students turn to food banks in lockdown
Hundreds of international students are unable afford fees, food or rent as funds dry up due to virus.
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Staycation: 'I would if I could find somewhere'
Holiday rental firms and hotels are reporting unprecedented demand with accommodation filling up fast.
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Coronavirus: Business rescue package has 'delayed the inevitable'
Insolvencies slow during lockdown, but experts say the worst is yet to come.
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Monday, 27 July 2020
Coronavirus: UK quarantine restrictions unjust - Spain PM
Pedro Sánchez says most areas are safer than the UK, and he hopes for a rethink on the Covid rules.
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Coronavirus: Foreign Office repatriation help 'too slow'
Many Britons abroad felt forgotten by the Foreign Office as the crisis unfolded, says MPs' report.
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New Zealand suspends Hong Kong extradition treaty
The country follows Australia and the UK in its response to China's new national security law.
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Coronavirus: Safety fears over lack of translated virus advice
A charity says informing the UK's non-English speakers about Covid-19 is a government "blind spot".
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Coronavirus: 'We’re still waiting at home for them to come back'
While Latinos represent 18% of the total US population, they account for 34% of cases.
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The assistant headteachers aiming to increase BAME representation
Aretha and Youlande set up Mindful Equity UK to tackle the lack of BAME teachers in leadership roles.
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Coronavirus: When home is both prison and sanctuary
Photographer Jo De Banzie records life during the coronavirus lockdown, using an antique camera.
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Sunday, 26 July 2020
US diplomats to leave consulate in Chengdu in tit-for-tat closures
China's decision to close the US mission came after the US shut China's consulate in Houston.
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Sutton murder arrest after woman hit by van dies
Stella Frew was pronounced dead at the scene after being struck by a van on Friday.
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Coming out at 90 years old... to my gay daughter
While writing his memoirs in lockdown, Kenneth Felts opened up to his daughter about his first love.
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The gravedigger’s truth: Hidden coronavirus deaths
Somalia has fewer than 100 official Covid-19 deaths. But its cemeteries tell a different story.
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Terry O'Neill: Capturing celebrity
An exhibition brings together the late photographer Terry O'Neill's memories behind his celebrity images.
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Iraq War: 'I am here today because another man died'
A photographer's decision to capture an image during the Iraq War changed not only his life - but the lives of the marines with him.
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Heathrow Airport brings in robots to fight coronavirus
The airport has installed a number of tech-based measures to help keep travellers safe.
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Coronavirus: How bad will winter really be?
Could we be heading for a double whammy of flu and coronavirus?
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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Will vaccine sceptics make trials a headache?
The NHS soon needs to start flu vaccinations and Covid vaccine trials - but anti-vax attitudes seem to be spreading.
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'I started a fashion business from two suitcases'
From $800 of clothes in a suitcase to a ticket to Milan Fashion Week.
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The children of Korean War prisoners who never came home
South Korea largely forgot its prisoners of war. Now their children are fighting for recognition.
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Firms with more female executives 'perform better'
Research suggests listed companies do better when women fill more than one in three executive roles.
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Saturday, 25 July 2020
Hurricane Hanna batters southern Texas
A disaster declaration is issued for 32 counties, amid warnings of a life-threatening storm surge.
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Coronavirus: 'Devastated' travellers react to Spain quarantine rules
Holidaymakers arriving in the UK from Spain and its islands must self-isolate for 14 days.
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Coronavirus: 'Soft play is heading for a cliff edge'
With no date for reopening, children's play centres are closing and hundreds more are under threat.
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John Lewis: Mourners pay tributes to US civil rights icon
The last of America's Big Six civil rights leaders died on 17 July of pancreatic cancer, aged 80.
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Nearly 200 released sex offenders had nowhere to live
Almost 200 sex offenders were released from prison in a year without anywhere to live.
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Thai gay activists raise Pride flags in Bangkok
The rally in Thailand's capital is the latest in a series of youth-led pro-democracy protests.
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Nasa Mars rover: Meteorite to head home to Red Planet
The Perseverance robot will take Martian rock with it when it launches from Earth on Thursday.
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The sisters regrowing forests helped by their dogs
Francisca and Constanza Torres and their three dogs, are planting seeds in areas of Chile devastated by wildfires.
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Saving India's traditional rice varieties
Scientist Debal Deb is fighting to save thousands of India's traditional rice varieties.
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Paris police step up anti-noise patrols
After the birdsong and the silence, the sound of engines and sirens seems all the more invasive.
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Coronavirus: Your pictures on the theme of 'homegrown'
A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "home-grown".
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'Injured bats hide under my sofa'
Jenny Harris believes people should celebrate the often maligned mammals.
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The dying teenager who wanted world peace (and love)
An American teen with cancer went to Moscow in 1988 hoping to meet Gorbachev and rid the world of nukes.
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Coronavirus: 'Soft play is heading for a cliff edge'
With no date for reopening, children's play centres are closing and hundreds more are under threat.
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Coronavirus: What would working from home in Barbados really be like?
Tempted by the scheme that lets foreigners "work from home" in Barbados? Here's what you need to know.
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The frustration of trying to invest in my hometown
Would-be investors in US black neighbourhoods say they still face significant financial barriers.
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Lupe Fiasco: America's influence in the world is 'dwindling'
Lupe Fiasco says America's influence in the world is "dwindling".
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Viewpoint from Sudan - where black people are called slaves
The use of racial slurs in Sudan shows how deeply entrenched racism is there, writes Zeinab Mohammed Salih.
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No end to Covid-19 webcam shortage
The video-call boom means that, months into the pandemic, it is still hard to buy many webcam models.
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Hurricane Hanna makes landfall in Texas, with winds reaching 90 mph
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Hurricane Hanna makes landfall in Texas, with winds reaching 90 mph
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Friday, 24 July 2020
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Supreme Court denies Nevada church's appeal of attendance restriction amid coronavirus pandemic
07/24/20 5:49 PM
Supreme Court denies Nevada church's appeal of attendance restriction amid coronavirus pandemic
07/24/20 5:49 PM
Singapore man admits being Chinese spy in US
A court hearing is the latest incident as tensions rise between the US and China in recent days.
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WW2: The nun who saved my life
An extraordinary Catholic nun saved Hélène Ullrich and 82 other children during the Holocaust in France.
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Coronavirus: Wills witnessed by video link to be made legal
The law is being changed to make it easier for people to record their final wishes during the pandemic.
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Almost 1,000 apply for receptionist job in Manchester
With the hospitality sector savaged by the pandemic, jobs are attracting many more applicants.
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Amazon, Google and Wish remove neo-Nazi products
A BBC investigation finds white-supremacist books and merchandise for sale on top retail platforms.
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Coronavirus: Passport renewals to be fast-tracked amid backlog
More than 400,000 documents are yet to sent out because of fewer staff due to the Covid pandemic.
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Small music venues in England get £2.2m emergency government funding
Up to 150 English venues will get help to stop them going to the wall after four months with no gigs.
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Dog meat: Koreans are divided over the issue
Eating dog meat has become controversial within South Korea as growing numbers own dogs as pets.
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Week in pictures: 18 July-24 July 2020
A selection of powerful news photographs taken around the world this week.
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Coronavirus: My pregnancy in a pandemic
Two women document their birth stories for the BBC, to show what it’s like to have a baby in a pandemic.
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'Maskne' and bold makeup: How masks are changing how we look
Face masks are everywhere - and with them, the rise of "maskne" and new mask-friendly makeup trends.
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Coronavirus: The vulnerable mum and daughter continuing to shield
A mother and daughter say they will continue to shield despite restrictions easing on 1 August.
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From Yemen to Wales: 'I thought I would die under that lorry'
Forced to flee for his life, Mujahed Aqlan relives his perilous journey across Europe as a teenager.
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Boohoo: Five things you may not know about the fashion firm
The Instagram-friendly fashion brand has seen a rapid rise, but could its success be under threat?
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Coronavirus: The week when everything changed for Trump
The president underwent a series of U-turns in an effort to save his re-election chances.
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WhereIsMyName: Afghan women campaign for the right to reveal their name
Afghan women are often forced to keep their name secret, even from doctors. But some are fighting back.
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Did Bournemouth beach crowds spread coronavirus?
One month ago, thousands of people visited a beach in Bournemouth, but did they spread coronavirus?
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Gyms and mental health: 'I can't wait to be back on the squat rack'
With gyms set to reopen, three people tell Radio 1 Newsbeat how exercise helps their mental health.
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Amazon, Google and Wish remove neo-Nazi products
A BBC investigation finds white-supremacist books and merchandise for sale on top retail platforms.
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Thursday, 23 July 2020
Coronavirus: New face covering rules come into force in England
Customers in shops, banks, post offices and takeaways are among those who must now wear masks.
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Harry and Meghan sue over 'drone photos' of son Archie
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex claim pictures of Archie were taken at their US home during lockdown.
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Coronavirus: New face covering rules come into force in England
Customers in shops, banks, post offices and takeaways are among those who must now wear masks.
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Most people in England to be offered flu vaccine
About 30 million people - including everyone over the age of 50 - will be able to have the vaccine.
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How not to wear a face mask
New rules mean face coverings are now mandatory in England in all shops.
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Coronavirus: Question mark over 2021 Tokyo Olympics
The Olympics are now one year away - again - but some athletes fear that they won't happen at all.
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Coronavirus: Lost school time 'will hurt economy for 65 years' - study
The disruption to schools in the pandemic will cause long-term damage, says Royal Society.
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Dame Jenni Murray to leave Woman's Hour
The broadcaster says it is "time to move on" from the Radio 4 show after 33 years.
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Coronavirus: Mothers 'unlikely to infect newborns'
Infected women can stay with and breastfeed their babies if safety measures are taken, a study says.
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Reopening US schools 'makes our kids guinea pigs'
Florida's decision to reopen all brick and mortar schools in August caused a teacher backlash.
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What is redundancy, who can be made redundant and what are my rights?
As thousands of job losses owing to coronavirus are announced, here is a guide to your financial entitlements.
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Wednesday, 22 July 2020
Coronavirus: UK foreign aid spending cut by £2.9bn amid economic downturn
MPs criticise the government for rushing out the decision as Parliament breaks for the summer.
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Cutting screen time lowers risk of death, study finds
Research from the University of Glasgow finds watching two hours or less of television a day could minimize health risks.
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Chancellor 'turning his back' on people needing virus support
MPs say Rishi Sunak has "effectively drawn a line" under helping 1m people needing virus support.
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OneWeb: Minister overrode warning about £400m investment
MPs will probe a £400m investment in the satellite firm after a top civil servant warned of financial risk.
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How long does it take to get to Mars - and why is it so difficult?
Summer 2020 is a popular time for missions to Mars because of the way the planets align - but how long does it take to get there?
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Coronavirus: Government 'too slow to help at-risk arts', say MPs
A committee of MPs says Covid-19 risks causing "a cataclysm in the arts and cultural space".
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QAnon, coronavirus and the conspiracy cult
The bizarre, fringe theory has surged in popularity in the US during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Taika Waititi on charity, homeschooling, racism and Star Wars
Thor and Jojo Rabbit filmmaker Taika Waititi tells BBC News what life has been like during lockdown
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'I just love helping, I'm not ready to give it up'
Dr Melissa Freeman is a doctor in New York City who has been practising for 65 years. The BBC spoke to her about her journey into medicine.
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Coronavirus: People with learning difficulties 'at risk of falling through cracks'
A survey suggests that only 5% of disabled people feel safe to come out of lockdown.
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Birmingham students' pain to be the best at Bhangra
One dancer compares the bid to beat competition rivals with going to war.
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Top 10 tips for diversifying your workplace
How can firms diversify workplaces? Race equality business champion Karen Blackett has some tips.
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Abood Hamam: 'A picture can kill you or save your life'
For years Abood Hamam sent war photos out of Syria anonymously. Now he's using his name, and urging exiles to return.
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Anthony Walker: How a life lost in racist killing has been imagined for TV
A TV drama imagines the future life of Anthony Walker, who was killed in a racist attack in 2005.
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We built a recording studio to take on music industry
New research suggests the industry is still an old boys club.
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George Floyd death: The other names we're also hearing now
For some bereaved relatives fighting for justice the spotlight can be welcome, but it's still painful
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One Direction: 10 years of the band - in pictures
An anniversary look back at the boy band, from being talent show hopefuls to world pop sensations.
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Top 10 tips for diversifying your workplace
How can firms diversify workplaces? Race equality business champion Karen Blackett has some tips.
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Tuesday, 21 July 2020
UK firms still operating at half pre-virus capacity, says BCC
Survey finds worries about consumer demand and local lockdowns is hindering a full re-start of operations.
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Russia report: UK considers tougher security laws after criticism by MPs
It comes as the government prepares to face questions in the Commons over the threat posed by Russia.
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QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory
The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to "offline harm".
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QAnon: Twitter bans accounts linked to conspiracy theory
The social media site says it is taking action to limit behaviour that could lead to "offline harm".
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Belarus election: Snatched from the streets in Europe's 'last dictatorship'
Activists and journalists are being rounded up and jailed in Belarus ahead of next month’s elections.
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Chicago shooting wounds at least 9 on South Side, police say
07/21/20 6:10 PM
Chicago shooting wounds at least 9 on South Side, police say
07/21/20 6:10 PM
Amazon-owned firm in Black Lives Matter legal claim
Whole Foods supermarket accused of discriminating against black staff over BLM face masks.
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Portland protests: US federal agents 'will not retreat', Chad Wolf says
Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf says officers will not leave the city until violence stops.
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Toronto 'Chair Girl' spared jail for 2019 chair stunt
A video of Marcella Zoia throwing a chair from a Toronto high-rise onto a highway went viral.
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Coronavirus in Scotland: Beauticians, nail salons and tattoo parlours reopen
Scotland continues to relax lockdown rules as more restrictions are lifted across the country.
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Coronavirus: How Joe Wicks' fitness workouts 'changed my life'
As the Body Coach ends his live morning workouts, people explain what the sessions have meant to them.
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Tokyo Olympics postponement leaves UK firms in limbo
With the Tokyo Olympics delayed to 2021 due to Covid-19, UK firms have seen their plans disrupted.
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AO.com boss: 'Behave as if your mum is watching'
John Roberts, founder of white goods retailer AO.com, shares his business advice for CEO Secrets.
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Monday, 20 July 2020
China warns UK of 'consequences' over Hong Kong 'interference'
The Chinese ambassador in London says the UK has "blatantly interfered" in China's internal affairs.
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M&S: Five reasons the retailer is struggling
M&S has brought forward plans to cut jobs due to the pandemic, but its problems date back much further.
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Russia report: Long-awaited probe due into interference in UK
A new report based on secret intelligence assesses the extent of Russian interference in UK affairs.
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Coronavirus: Almost 900,000 public sector workers get above-inflation pay rise
Doctors, teachers and police officers are among those who will be rewarded for their work in the pandemic.
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Portland protests: Trump threatens to send officers to more US cities
The president said more officers would be sent to a number of cities run by "liberal Democrats".
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River Thames 'severely polluted with plastic'
The Thames has some of the highest recorded levels of microplastics in the world, a study says.
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Coronavirus: Harmful lies spread easily due to lack of UK law
MPs say the government must publish a draft bill to tackle online harms by the autumn.
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Delyn MP Rob Roberts invited intern to 'fool around' with him
Rob Roberts is facing allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards two junior parliamentary staff.
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New penalties proposed for rule-breaking MPs
The Commons standards committee says a wider range of penalties is required to effectively punish MPs.
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St Louis couple charged for pointing guns at protesters
Mark and Patricia McCloskey are charged with unlawful use of a weapon over the incident in St Louis.
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Coronavirus could lead to thousands more cancer deaths
Disruption to essential cancer services means treatable tumours will have been missed, experts say.
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'This is our final showdown with Uber, and the stakes are high'
After a five-year legal battle, Uber drivers will learn whether they will be recognised as employees.
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'This is our final showdown with Uber, and the stakes are high'
After a five-year legal battle, Uber drivers will learn whether they will be recognised as employees.
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'I was standing at the wrong end of a machine gun'
Sir Jack Petchey built a huge property empire and his own charity, but it was not all plain sailing.
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Sunday, 19 July 2020
Test case on virus insurance payouts to begin
The case will rule whether many businesses should get payouts for damage caused by the pandemic.
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Test case on virus insurance payouts to begin
The case will rule whether many businesses should get payouts for damage caused by the pandemic.
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Government 'must stop garment worker exploitation'
The home secretary must act on reports of exploitation at UK suppliers, say MPs and retailers.
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Klarna: We tightened our lending in lockdown
The buy now, pay later service says it changed its policies to guard against defaulting customers.
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Coronavirus: Young people on benefits double in lockdown
Experts fear it may take up to four years for youth unemployment to recover from the pandemic.
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Red kite 30-year Chilterns project a 'conservation success'
The "near-extinct" species is thriving 30 years after being reintroduced in England.
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Coronavirus: Student health workers on the Covid front line
How four healthcare students joined 40,000 others in volunteering to join the NHS's fight against the pandemic.
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Coronavirus: Social distancing for the visually impaired in Italy
A photo series highlights the challenges faced by those with visual impairment in Italy.
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Coronavirus: Lessons from 2008 for the class of 2020
Advice for people leaving education on how to handle employment prospects in the wake of coronavirus.
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Gaza's disturbing rise in suicides
The sudden death of a 25-year-old activist has brought suicide into the spotlight.
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The Mongolian Rooney, the thief, and the fightback
A fake agent stole $6,000 from a teenager with ambitions to become a footballer - then he fought back.
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Don Black: Why he has you singing with the stars
The lyricist on writing the words to many of the big hits in the worlds of music, theatre and film.
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Coronavirus: 'Thousands came to Bournemouth but the town was dead'
The beach has been packed, but Covid-19 could be the 'nail in the coffin' for some high street shops.
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'I was standing at the wrong end of a machine gun'
Sir Jack Petchey built a huge property empire and his own charity, but it was not all plain sailing.
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Danish murder on Bornholm island raises tension in race debate
Police and prosecutors rule out racism, but activists ask if hate crimes are being properly investigated.
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Coronavirus in South Asia: Is a lack of testing hiding scale of the outbreak?
India has emerged as a hotspot, but new cases in neighbouring countries appear to be on the decline.
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'Weddings every day of the week' in 2021
The 2021 wedding season is likely to see a huge rise in midweek weddings as couples consider their options.
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Saturday, 18 July 2020
Portland protests: Oregon state files lawsuit against federal US government
The state attorney general accuses the federal government of violating citizens' rights in protests.
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Coronavirus: Northumberland holiday home for sick children remains closed
A holiday home for families with ill children remains closed until next year due to coronavirus.
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Coronavirus: WHO reports record single-day global increase in cases
The number of new cases has surpassed 250,000 in a day, the World Health Organization says.
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Coronavirus: Boris Johnson 'does not want second national lockdown'
Having the option of a nationwide shutdown is like a "nuclear deterrent", the prime minister says.
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Live gigs are back - but social distancing poses problems
An Elton John tribute is one of the first acts to perform in front of an audience since lockdown.
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Mark Drakeford 'will not serve whole Senedd term'
The first minister says it will "be time for somebody else to have a chance to do this job".
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Changing Places toilets for disabled people to be compulsory
Campaigners say rules for Changing Places toilets in new buildings are "nothing short of life changing".
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Suffolk Punch horse born using sex-sorted sperm technology
The filly is the first in the UK to be born using sex-sorted sperm to determine its gender.
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Coronavirus: New Avon sellers double during UK lockdown
There has been a surge in people signing up to sell Avon beauty products over the past few months.
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Friday, 17 July 2020
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Chicago police, protesters clash near Columbus statue in Grant Park
07/17/20 7:46 PM
Chicago police, protesters clash near Columbus statue in Grant Park
07/17/20 7:46 PM
Federal agents 'abuse power' in Portland protester arrests
Men wearing camouflage and driving unmarked cars grabbed demonstrators without explanation.
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Why I fell in love with Irish dancing
Morgan Bullock was accused of "cultural appropriation" after a video of her Irish dancing went viral.
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Coronavirus: Donald Trump vows not to order Americans to wear masks
His remarks come as infectious disease expert Dr Anthony Fauci urged people to wear face coverings.
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Coronavirus: US v other countries... did it mess up its reopening?
By the time most Americans emerged from lockdown restrictions, a second surge was already under way.
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Week in pictures: 11-17 July 2020
A selection of powerful news photographs taken around the world this week.
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Social media influencers warned against promoting fake brands
Trading standards and police are warning social media influencers against promoting fake brands.
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Coronavirus tests: Swabs don't damage the brain and other claims fact-checked
False rumours that coronavirus tests can be harmful have circulated in several different languages.
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Rockfield Studios: Where Ozzy, Oasis, Queen and Coldplay took off
The studio on the Welsh-English border which has been the hangout for rock royalty for 60 years.
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Netflix Cursed: Could the cast survive medieval times?
As new medieval fantasy Cursed launches, we ask the cast how they'd have coped living in the past.
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My Money: 'My house looks happy'
Anna Josse Eklund from Sweden takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Email charges: 'They've got you over a barrel'
Ofcom say it is concerned some people are "not being treated fairly" in email address charges.
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Thursday, 16 July 2020
New top story on Hacker News: Ask HN: What is the best enterprise software you use every day?
Ask HN: What is the best enterprise software you use every day?
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A few days ago there was a discussion about worst enterprise software. What is the BEST one?
50 by bonfire | 69 comments on Hacker News.
A few days ago there was a discussion about worst enterprise software. What is the BEST one?
Dambusters dog: Headstone replaced to remove racist name
A headstone honouring 617 Squadron's mascot - a black labrador - is replaced at RAF Scampton.
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Coronavirus: UN makes record $10.3bn appeal for pandemic fight
The UN says up to 265 million people could face starvation because of the impact of Covid-19.
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Netflix warns of slowdown after subscriber surge
The company has already added nearly as many subscribers as it did in all of 2019.
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Doctor Room: The counsellor helping digital sex crime victims
"I felt that taking a break is a sin," she says. "If I sleep it means more videos get out there."
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Alan Rusbridger: Facebook oversight board must avoid 'half-baked judgements'
Alan Rusbridger, a member of the oversight board, acknowledged a desire to launch ahead of US vote.
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Ellie Goulding: 'I'd just become a robot'
The star explains why she almost quit music, and how she found her way back after five years off.
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What sort of future does the conference industry have?
Running conferences was a giant business before Covid-19, now the industry is looking for a new direction.
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EU leaders meet in push for Covid recovery deal
Hopes of reaching an agreement are not high, but some countries say they need urgent funding.
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Cédric Chouviat: French police charged over death of delivery driver
Cédric Chouviat, 42, shouted "I'm suffocating" seven times as officers put him in a chokehold.
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The bilbies ‘thriving’ after a 100-year absence in New South Wales
The marsupial has bred in the wild in New South Wales for the first time in a century.
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Quiz of the week: Which Chicken Run star was 'plucked and stuffed'?
How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days?
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Coronavirus: 'Dear customers, I face ruin, please come back'
Rumit Shah, who runs a chain of greeting cards shops, explains why empty city streets are ruining his business.
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The Simpsons: The black actor hoping his impressions get him a job
Jayden Libran has had loads of support on Simpsons fan sites - but is it enough to get him a job?
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Vodafone calls for 5G auction to be scrapped
It cites the need to strip out Huawei equipment coupled with economic uncertainty as reasons
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Wednesday, 15 July 2020
Jobless figures 'not showing full extent of crisis'
Unemployment increased by 34,000 in April to reach 1.3 million, according to official data.
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Banks propose 'student loans style' scheme to avert job losses
UK banks fear 800,000 firms could go bust if they are unable to defer payments on coronavirus loans.
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UK electrical waste mountain growing
Households and businesses in the UK are producing 1.45 million tonnes of electrical waste a year.
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IOPC to probe Suffolk Police after black couple quizzed
Ingrid Antoine-Onikoyi was accused of "jumping on the bandwagon" when she complained to officers.
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Trump replaces campaign manager Brad Parscale, as polls show Biden ahead
07/15/20 6:01 PM
Trump replaces campaign manager Brad Parscale, as polls show Biden ahead
07/15/20 6:01 PM
Coronavirus: Big choices for EU leaders on recovery billions
After months of video meetings, EU leaders will meet in person to decide how to fund Covid-19 recovery.
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Iran judiciary halts protesters' executions after social media storm
The hashtag #do_not_execute trended after a court had upheld the death sentences of three protesters.
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Say Her Name: 'Black women are killed by police too'
The campaign group Say Her Name believes deaths of black women at the hands of police are overlooked.
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Adoptee Kara Bos's search for her roots in South Korea
Kara Bos was adopted as a baby from South Korea by a US couple. But her birth father is standing in the way of her discovering her roots.
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Coronavirus holiday quiz: Do you know the rules about travelling abroad?
Take this quiz to test your knowledge of the government's advice on foreign holidays this summer.
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Coronavirus: Seven tips for job hunters
As coronavirus puts huge strain on the jobs market, four experts offer advice for finding work.
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Coronavirus: 'How we’re surviving a second virus lockdown'
From star-gazing to Nintendo workouts - people facing lockdown again share what's keeping them sane.
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Fertility rate: Shrinking population in six easy lessons
Research suggests most countries' populations will have shrunk by the end of the century.
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My Money: 'I'm a sucker for a promo sticker'
Charmel Flemming from South Africa takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Coronavirus: How Covid-19 hit the comedy industry
With many sectors of the leisure economy hit by coronavirus, what has been the effect on comedy?
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Coronavirus: How African firms are adapting to the pandemic
The pandemic has impacted many businesses, but some entrepreneurs have thrived by adapting quickly.
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Tuesday, 14 July 2020
Coronavirus chaos: Inside South Africa's 'hospitals of horrors'
A BBC investigation exposes chronic failures in the health system in one of the poorest areas.
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Naya Rivera: Glee star died of accidental drowning, California officials say
Her body was found several days after she went missing last week during a boating trip with her son.
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Could US or UK ban TikTok?
With the short-video app already banned in India, Sophia Smith Galer looks at whether the UK or the US could be next.
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: US Supreme Court oldest justice treated for possible infection
The 87-year-old undergoes a procedure to clean out a bile duct stent in Baltimore's hospital.
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Coronavirus: ‘Lego helped me get out of bed’
Charlotte Tyrer, 25, makes portraits of celebrities to keep herself busy during lockdown.
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David LaChapelle's London shopfront exhibition opens
The photographer's work returns to London on a massive scale.
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'Men didn't understand my medicated tampon business'
Valentina Milanova launched a tampon with built-in pain relief to take on the multinationals.
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Coronavirus: which way to wear a face mask?
Across the world, people are being asked to wear face coverings to help stop coronavirus from spreading.
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Coronavirus: A user's guide to wearing a face mask to the shops
From stopping your glasses fogging up to washing techniques, here's what you need to know.
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OnlyFans: 'I started selling sexy photos online after losing my job'
The number of people signing up to sell adult content online has spiked during coronavirus.
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Coronavirus: The last-round fight for NYC's bastions of boxing?
With no clear path to reopening, New York's boxing gyms fear they may never return after the pandemic.
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How updating Dolly Parton's Jolene helped Raye find her voice
"I feel I've stumbled on a sound," says Raye, whose new single is a modern retelling of Jolene.
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US election: Do postal ballots lead to voting fraud?
President Trump says postal ballots lead to widespread fraud - but what evidence is there?
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'Thermographic scans gave my son false hope'
The family of a young musician who relied on the scans says they didn't warn that his cancer had spread.
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Egypt desperate to revive coronavirus-hit tourism industry
The pandemic brought Egypt's tourism industry to a virtual halt, affecting millions of livelihoods.
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Trump says he has ended preferential treatment for Hong Kong
The president says he has also signed a bill to impose sanctions on Chinese officials over Hong Kong.
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Monday, 13 July 2020
Winter wave of coronavirus 'could be worse than first'
Modelling suggests there could be a deadly second peak, killing more than 100,000 people in the UK.
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Gough Whitlam: Queen not told in advance of Australia PM's sacking, letters show
Her representative dismissed Gough Whitlam without telling her first, newly released letters show.
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New top story on Hacker News: Gitlab deletes then opens account to others without warning
Gitlab deletes then opens account to others without warning
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I've been a GitLab free tier user for years, and just yesterday GitLab deleted my account and is allowing new account registration under the same name. No messaging at all, including emails about bad access. I didn't pay for support so I don't deserve any level of acknowledgment from GitLab, but I do give this warning without description of the rarity of incidence: Your account may be deleted without warning and opened for public registration, and someone can take over your public identity simply by registering under the same name. Be careful about using Deno with repositories under free GitLab accounts. There is no recourse and no channel for communication.
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I've been a GitLab free tier user for years, and just yesterday GitLab deleted my account and is allowing new account registration under the same name. No messaging at all, including emails about bad access. I didn't pay for support so I don't deserve any level of acknowledgment from GitLab, but I do give this warning without description of the rarity of incidence: Your account may be deleted without warning and opened for public registration, and someone can take over your public identity simply by registering under the same name. Be careful about using Deno with repositories under free GitLab accounts. There is no recourse and no channel for communication.
Coronavirus: California reimposes sweeping restrictions amid virus spike
The governor has rolled back reopening plans across the state as virus cases soar.
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Coronavirus: White House targets US disease chief Dr Anthony Fauci
A memo leaked over the weekend said several officials were "concerned" by Dr Fauci's past comments.
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'No DSS' letting bans 'ruled unlawful' by court
A court rules that refusing to rent to a person because they are on housing benefit is unlawful.
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South China Sea dispute: China's pursuit of resources 'unlawful', says US
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says China is treating the disputed waters as its "maritime empire".
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'Hope' and ambition drive UAE's Mars mission
The United Arab Emirates is sending a satellite to the Red Planet to study its weather and climate.
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Twelfth: Bands march in local Twelfth parades across NI
The Orange Order urged people to stay at home, but crowds gathered in some parts of Belfast.
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Cumbrian vet 'first woman' to complete Wainwright challenge
Sabrina Verjee ran across 214 Lake District peaks in six days, 17 hours and 51 minutes.
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Roger Stone joins 'Hannity' for his first TV interview since his prison sentence was commuted by President Trump. Tune in to Fox
07/13/20 5:47 PM
Roger Stone joins 'Hannity' for his first TV interview since his prison sentence was commuted by President Trump. Tune in to Fox
07/13/20 5:47 PM
The Papers: 'About bleedin' time' welcome for masks in shops
Most of the papers lead on face coverings becoming mandatory in English shops from 25 July.
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Female gamers are on the rise in the 'world capital of gaming'
Female gamers in Asia are growing at a faster rate than their male rivals in online video games.
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After a 25-year absence, Ford unveils the reborn Bronco with retro styling and off-road tech
07/13/20 5:12 PM
After a 25-year absence, Ford unveils the reborn Bronco with retro styling and off-road tech
07/13/20 5:12 PM
Sunday, 12 July 2020
'Lockdown brought out the workaholic in me'
A personal trainer, an advertising agency worker and a musician share their experiences of burnout.
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How video is challenging the traditional CV
Personal videos are increasingly being used in the job application process.
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Three generations on the impact of George Floyd's death
Three generations of one family discuss their experiences of racism and whether things are changing.
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Home-schooling during coronavirus: a child's verdict
What do Britain's children think of home-schooling during the Covid-19 pandemic?
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Dunston Staiths: A symbol of the past fighting for its future
Reputedly Europe's largest timber structure, is there a future for Dunston Staiths?
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India's growing Covid-19 waste challenges workers
Millions are using gloves and masks but safely discarding them is proving to be challenge.
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Coronavirus doctor's diary: Why are people remaining ill for so long?
Dr John Wright on two young patients seen at Bradford Royal Infirmary's Covid-19 "survivors' clinic".
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I May Destroy You: How do you film a sex scene in 2020?
Ita O'Brien worked as intimacy co-ordinator on I May Destroy You, Normal People and Sex Education.
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The woman who wants to make kids better with money
Louise Hill is the founder of GoHenry, which provides prepaid debit cards for children.
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Wounds of Dutch history expose deep racial divide
Faced with protests and attacks on statues, the Dutch are struggling with a legacy of racism.
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Daniel Lewis Lee: First US federal execution to go ahead after 17 years
The execution of convicted murderer Daniel Lewis Lee had been blocked on Friday by a federal judge.
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New top story on Hacker News: Ask HN: Advanced Linux users, which distribution do you run? Why?
Ask HN: Advanced Linux users, which distribution do you run? Why?
5 by psxuaw | 5 comments on Hacker News.
This is for the technically competent Linux users. Which distribution(s) do you run on your desktops/laptops/servers? Why did you choose them? What problems do you face with them and what changes would you like them do make?
5 by psxuaw | 5 comments on Hacker News.
This is for the technically competent Linux users. Which distribution(s) do you run on your desktops/laptops/servers? Why did you choose them? What problems do you face with them and what changes would you like them do make?
Saturday, 11 July 2020
Coronavirus: Your pictures on the theme of 'reflections'
A selection of pictures from our readers on the theme of "reflections".
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George Floyd: 'If you don't break the chain, then who will?'
Across the US, street artists have been inspired by the death of George Floyd earlier this year.
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Hong Kong security law: Why we are taking our BNOs and leaving
As China enforces new restrictions, some are turning to their British National (Overseas) passport.
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Chop in Seattle: Why this police-free protest zone ultimately failed
On 8 June protesters set up a police-free protest zone in the city. Less than a month later, it had been dismantled.
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James Bay on the 'fantastic drama' of fame
The star opens up about his 13-year relationship, fickle fans and writing with The Killers.
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Mexico crime: Could this become the bloodiest year on record?
On 7 June, an astonishing 117 murders were recorded, making it the most violent day of the year so far.
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My Money: 'Instead of the holiday buffet, it's egg and toast at home'
Priya Aiyer from Kent takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Coronavirus: Fake cures in Latin America’s deadly outbreak
The desperate search for a cure has led people to 'harmful and ineffective' alternatives online.
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Leicester lockdown: 'Stop-start routine' affecting children's wellbeing
The effects of an extended lockdown are being keenly felt by Leicester's youngest residents.
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Coronavirus: The chaplains toiling on the frontlines
Spiritual care workers have been thrust onto the frontlines in new ways during this global pandemic.
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My Money: 'Instead of the holiday buffet, it's egg and toast at home'
Priya Aiyer from Kent takes us through her week during the coronavirus pandemic.
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2 Texas police officers killed in line of duty, chief says
07/11/20 7:03 PM
2 Texas police officers killed in line of duty, chief says
07/11/20 7:03 PM
The letters of love sneaked out from Auschwitz-bound dad
Daniele Israel's daily letters to his family from jail in Trieste paint a moving portrait of a family shattered by the Holocaust.
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Coronavirus: Donald Trump finally wears mask in public
The US president previously said he could not see himself wearing a mask in public.
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Friday, 10 July 2020
GCSE and A-level results 'could be affected by bias'
GCSE and A-level students in England could get poor grades due to bias from teachers, say MPs
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Nóra Quoirin death: Malaysian authorities to begin inquest in August
The family of the teenager who died in Malaysia in August last year have campaigned for an inquest.
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Duda vs Trzaskowski: The fight for Poland's future
One is a Catholic social conservative, the other a pro-LGBT mayor. Who will win on Sunday?
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MoD announces measures to tackle 'unacceptable' discrimination
A 24-hour helpline and training on how to call out inappropriate behaviour are part of the plans.
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Iron Age 'mystery' murder victim found in Wendover HS2 dig
A Stonehenge-style wooden formation and a lead-lined Roman burial are also among the finds.
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Coronavirus: Downturn must not increase north-south divide, Labour warns
Labour urges the government not to leave regions behind after the PM promised to "level up" the country.
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Coronavirus: Holiday homes in Wales reopen after lockdown
Holidaymakers are due to arrive at cottages and caravans in Wales for the first time since March.
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Coronavirus: Why aren't more politicians wearing face masks?
They are advised in enclosed public spaces in England, so what's with the mask-free photo ops?
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New top story on Hacker News: Commander X16 8 bit computer now has its own website
Commander X16 8 bit computer now has its own website
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10 by orionblastar | 1 comments on Hacker News.
Coronavirus: Lockdown song written by Cardiff children
Schoolchildren sing about their worries for relatives and wanting to see friends again.
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The loneliness of living in the lockdown city
As the lockdown is extended in the city, how is it affecting the most isolated residents?
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