Nicole Thea's husband Global Boga: 'My world has been taken away’

Afrobeats artist Global Boga speaks out about losing his YouTuber wife and their baby son.

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How satellite images are helping one country hand out cash

Togo has found a new way to send emergency cash to people struggling in the pandemic.

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Why I bought the Lil Nas X 'Satan Shoes'

With art collective MSCHF, singer Lil Nas X created a pair of pricey and controversial trainers.

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Batley Grammar School: Blasphemy debate leaves town 'at crossroads'

People in Batley reflect on the row over pupils being shown a cartoon of the Prophet Muhammad.

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Why April is a big month for your finances

Lots of changes to household bills, tax and other elements of finances take place in the course of a week.

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Germany and Namibia: What's the right price to pay for genocide?

Germany is set to apologise to Namibia for a genocide more than 100 years ago - and to pay an as yet unknown amount of money.

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Should airports be allowed to expand?

Climate change: Should aviation be allowed to expand?

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Dragons' Den: The hits, misses, and why investments fall through

Peter Jones and Sara Davies discuss the mechanics of the BBC One show ahead of its 18th series.

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'I have put everything into my winery'

South Africa's winemakers hope for a brighter future after a very tough 12 months.

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40 Years After Reagan, a Bet Big Government Can Get Something Done


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Clerk Who Questioned $20 Bill Watched Floyd Arrest With ‘Disbelief and Guilt’


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Investment Firm’s Collapse Put Unseen Risks on Full Display


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Matt Gaetz investigado por posible tráfico sexual, según fuentes


By BY MICHAEL S. SCHMIDT, KATIE BENNER AND NICHOLAS FANDOS from NYT en Español https://ift.tt/31zxH1N

Nationals Player Tests Positive for Virus Before Opening Day


By BY DAVID WALDSTEIN from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/3dl8Ioh

As Cuomo Sought $4 Million Book Deal, Aides Hid Damaging Death Toll


By BY JESSE MCKINLEY, DANNY HAKIM AND ALEXANDRA ALTER from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3sHjv2D

Factory Mix-Up Ruins Up to 15 Million Vaccine Doses From Johnson & Johnson


By BY SHARON LAFRANIERE AND NOAH WEILAND from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2OaIH2l

Biden’s Infrastructure Plan Meets Skepticism, Signaling Fight to Come


By BY EMILY COCHRANE from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/39uyzsG

As Virus and Economic Woes Ravage Brazil, Bolsonaro Improvises and Confounds


By BY ERNESTO LONDOÑO AND LETÍCIA CASADO from NYT World https://ift.tt/3sBzTBA

Biden bets that tackling climate change will create jobs, not kill them.


By BY CORAL DAVENPORT, NOAM SCHEIBER AND LISA FRIEDMAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3u7EV9p

As devastating video played in court, George Floyd’s brother was there to watch.


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Vaccine passports against 'British instinct' - Starmer

The Labour leader says there could be opposition to vaccine passports if the virus is under control.

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Biden unveils 'once in a generation' spending plan

The $2tn investment plan is aimed at re-igniting US economic growth and fighting climate change.

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The Papers: Race report 'backlash' and Queen 'gets second jab'

Reaction to a government-commissioned report on race and the Queen's vaccine dose are among the front-page stories.

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Letterbox contact: ‘Don’t my birth children have a right to know I’m dying?'

Diagnosed with a terminal illness, Hanna wanted to tell the twins taken from her at 16 - but had no way of reaching them.

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CEO Secrets: 'The stress of being a boss made my hair fall out'

An entrepreneur explains the strategy he devised to protect himself from mental burnout.

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Mayor of London: Two decades in the spotlight

BBC London's Political Editor Tim Donovan looks at the moments that defined the role of mayor of London.

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Scalping: The teens making thousands selling consoles online

If you've been struggling to buy a new PlayStation or Xbox, this might be the reason why.

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Gatwick Airport: Can Crawley turn away from aviation and go green?

A year after British Airways grounded flights at Gatwick Airport, nearby Crawley plots a new course.

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Oscars 2021: The female directors tackling tough truths

Two international film nominees on the personal trials they faced making their hard-hitting films.

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Chauvin Trial: Day 2 Key Moments


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‘No Place for a Child’: Inside the Tent Camp Housing Thousands of Migrant Children


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Scenes from Day 2 of the Derek Chauvin trial.


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State Dept. Reverses Trump Policies on Reproductive and Religious Freedoms


By BY LARA JAKES from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2QTy5WL

Democrats Splinter Over Strategy for Pushing Through Voting Rights Bill


By BY NICHOLAS FANDOS AND MICHAEL WINES from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3cBxJwr

After a day of emotional testimony, here’s what experts expect next.


By BY ANDRÉS R. MARTÍNEZ AND MARIE FAZIO from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3dhqwkg

State Dept. Reverses Trump Policies on Reproductive and Religious Freedoms


By BY LARA JAKES from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3sBmcTa

Biden Announces Actions to Combat Anti-Asian Attacks


By BY ZOLAN KANNO-YOUNGS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3dj8NbX

How to Stop Schools That Prey on Veterans


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Covid-19: Shielding coming to an end for millions

People seen as clinically extremely vulnerable are still being told to take precautions over Covid.

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Brazil military chiefs resign in new crisis for Bolsonaro

It comes amid a cabinet reshuffle as Jair Bolsonaro fights to contain a crisis over his leadership.

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'Sobriety ankle tags' rolled out across England

The electronic tags monitor offenders' sweat to see if they are breaching court-ordered drinking bans.

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Brexit: UK 'risks falling behind' EU on workers’ rights

The EU is working to improve conditions but the UK is not keeping pace, says the TUC.

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A few frequent flyers 'dominate air travel'

A small minority of frequent flyers dominates air travel in countries with high aviation emissions.

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Outdoor UK attractions fared better during pandemic

Kew Gardens and RHS Wisley feature in the top 10 most visited attractions for the first time.

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What did we learn from Scotland election debate?

The party leaders all called each other by their first names - but the deep divisions between them showed.

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Scottish election 2021: Leaders' debate fact-checked

Reality Check looks at claims about child poverty, renewable energy and mental health.

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Nike sues over 'Satan Shoes' with human blood

Nike sues an art collective over its 'Satan Shoes', produced in collaboration with rapper Lil Nas X.

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Hong Kong: China to pass 'patriot' electoral reforms

The changes aim to only have "patriots" in office in Hong Kong but critics warn it will stifle dissent.

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The Papers: England 'on track' to reopen and pandemic treaty plea

The PM's comments that England remains on course to ease further restrictions on 12 April is among the front-page stories.

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Keeping score on UK-EU relations since Brexit

Despite promises to work together, it has been far from plain sailing between the UK and the EU since Brexit.

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Abortion in Italy: 'I found a grave with my name on it'

Women in Italy who had an abortion or miscarriage have discovered the fetus had been given a religious burial in a grave marked with the mother's name, without their consent.

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Photographing the "endless diversity" of America by streetlight

Photographer Daniel Freeman travelled across the US to capture striking night-time shots.

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Is this the future for international business deals?

A new facility has opened in Singapore where business people hold meetings in glass "bubbles".

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'Finding work feels impossible for my generation'

Young people could see rising levels of unemployment even as the crisis eases, warns Prince's Trust.

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The crisis at the Tavistock's child gender clinic

A number of reports have raised concerns about the country's only NHS gender clinic for young people.

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Evidence mounts Covid jab protects those around you

Out-of-date information may be deterring people from being vaccinated.

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How bees and drones team up to find landmines

Drones are being used to track bees that have been trained to sense chemicals in landmines.

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'I catch rats for a living and couldn’t be happier'

How to work your way to happiness, and break that daily grind.

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Uganda climate change: The people under threat from a melting glacier

A glacier in western Uganda is disappearing, endangering the traditions of those who live nearby.

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AstraZeneca vaccine - was it really worth it?

AstraZeneca has become a political football in a European blame game over its covid vaccine.

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Democrats start preparing a path for Biden’s spending plans, but it will be a bumpy one.


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With an Eye on 2024, a Rarely Bashful Pompeo Grows More Combative


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Biden Pushes Mask Mandate as C.D.C. Director Warns of ‘Impending Doom’


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Need a Virtual Escape? Why Not Fly Above the Suez Canal.


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On the first day of the trial, Americans remembered George Floyd.


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The Supreme Court faces an odd quandary in a lawsuit pension funds brought against Goldman Sachs.


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A multinational tangle in the Suez grounding, but a Japanese shipbuilding giant may end up holding the bag.


By BY MOTOKO RICH, HIKARI HIDA, MAKIKO INOUE, HISAKO UENO AND VIVIAN YEE from NYT World https://ift.tt/3wcJq4c

Given power of video, legal experts say Chauvin should consider testifying.


By BY ANDRÉS R. MARTÍNEZ AND TIM ARANGO from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3sC7n2J

Cause of death will be a major issue for both sides.


By BY GINA KOLATA from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3fn5jYz

Channel Nine cyber-attack disrupts live broadcasts in Australia

The broadcaster says it is investigating whether the hack was "the work of a foreign nation".

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Inside America’s Most Interesting Magazine, and Media’s Oddest Workplace


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Paris doctors warn that hospitals may be overwhelmed as cases surge anew.


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Virus fader


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The Netflix show putting the spotlight on menopause

The new Netflix show Bombay Begums puts the spotlight on menopause, but why aren't we talking about it?

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U.S. Men Fail to Qualify for Olympic Soccer Tournament


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Getting to Yes: A Nursing Home’s Mission to Vaccinate Its Hesitant Staff


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On Hallowed Ground


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As Militants Seize Mozambique Gas Hub, a Dash for Safety Turns Deadly


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Covid: Outdoor meetings and sport to resume in England

People are still being advised to minimise their journeys amid the latest easing of lockdown rules.

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Covid jab: One dose in care homes gives 'substantial' protection

A study suggests 62% of residents are protected by a single dose of the vaccines used in the UK.

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Doctors warn against cuts to youth drug and alcohol treatment

Young people's lives are being put at risk without help for drugs and alcohol problems, they say.

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Brisbane lockdown: Australian city to shut down over seven cases

The Australian city of about two million people is to enter a snap three-day lockdown.

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'Spongy roads' to be Slough's new claim to fame

Move over David Brent, settle down John Betjeman, the town is going to be an environmental pioneer.

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'It's do or die time for my insurer to pay up'

Thousands of businesses across the country are feeling the pinch as insurers 'drag their heels' paying Covid claims.

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'Astronauts aren't just men - we're astronauts too'

Seven-year-old Elizabeth built her own rocket and launched it into the sky during lockdown.

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Covid: The pandemic's 'dramatic' effect on cancer care

Experts predict a rise in serious cancers due to deferred screenings and treatments.

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Covid: 'We need a memorial to remember'

Ellis Tustin, founder of Names not Numbers, explains why he thinks the UK needs a permanent memorial to those who have died of Covid-19.

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'It is so easy to choose what voluntary work to do'

Charities are turning to technology to help them attract more volunteers.

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Josh O'Connor: Romeo role 'greatest experience of my career'

The Crown star's stage role in Romeo and Juliet fizzled out - but was reborn by making a TV film.

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George Floyd: When does Derek Chauvin's trial start?

A US police officer is accused of killing a black man last year. Here's why the world is watching.

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The Suez Canal blockage explored in numbers

The costs are mounting as efforts to free the stranded Ever Given ship go into a sixth day.

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Easter celebrations set to rival Christmas - even down to the tree

Easter trees and garden furniture are being sought out by shoppers keen to make the most of lockdown easing.

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Covid: Boris Johnson urged to share vaccines with poorer nations

A group of charities is calling on Boris Johnson to begin donating vaccines through Covax.

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Many U.S. graduations are curtailed again, but some commencements will go on without guests.


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Myanmar coup: US 'horrified' by deadliest day since military takeover

International leaders condemn the military after Saturday's violence - the deadliest since the coup.

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Project 17: The photograph that united a family

A photograph of a "burner boy" working on a toxic dump in Ghana helped his family to find him.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'sculpture'

A selection of striking images from our readers on this week's theme.

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How the 'world's worst sniffer dog' is helping the NHS

Dexter used to work as a sniffer dog for the Met but he was "too sociable" for the job.

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Keeping Parliament clean in a pandemic

The team keeping the Palace of Westminster spick and span describes a year like no other.

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Derek Chauvin trial: Why role of TV cameras could come into focus

Cameras will be in court, thanks to the network behind OJ Simpson’s trial. What role will they play?

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Covid: What's happened to crime during the pandemic?

From dog theft to drug crime, lockdown has led to some big changes in policing.

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Black Power: A British story of resistance told through music

This time, the revolution is being televised, but it was music that gave Black Power a timeless platform.

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AI: Ghost workers demand to be seen and heard

Workers who label content and help computers understand language want their own voices to be heard.

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The real reason humans are the dominant species

How demand for energy has been central to the development of humanity.

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The lost letters that found New York drag scene's secret trailblazers

The film PS Burn This Letter Please tells untold stories from the lives of 1950s drag artists.

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'My pet has helped me so much during the pandemic'

Research has shown pets can have a huge benefit to our mental health - especially this past year.

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Insurgents Seize Mozambique Town, Killing Several People; Fate of Hundreds Unknown


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Dozens Killed in One of Myanmar’s Deadliest Days Since February Coup


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Covid: Rapid home test kits to be available for workers

Firms in England with more than 10 employees that are unable to provide on-site testing can apply.

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Meet the Aussie skateboarding 4,000km

Gordy says he is skating from Melbourne to Cairns but says he "didn't realise how big Australia was".

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Covid: 'Heart-breaking' wait for Rhondda couple to travel for IVF

Kevin and Nicci Button from Rhondda Cynon Taf have been trying for a child for more than four years.

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Senedd 2021: Wales' first minister criticised over English-only leaflet

Labour say the Senedd election leaflets backing Mark Drakeford were sent by the local party group.

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Union creates hotline for disgruntled Amazon staff

Unite urges workers to come forward to voice their complaints about hours, pay, targets and breaks.

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The Papers: 'Moderna jabs in 3 weeks' and school abuse inquiry

Sunday's papers carry reports that a third Covid vaccine will be rolled out in the next three weeks.

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Cambridge University: Butterfly found pressed inside centuries-old book

A university says a butterfly found in a book could be hundreds of years old.

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Biden: Georgia voting restriction law is 'atrocity'

The president decries new state voting restrictions that he likened to past racist laws of the US South.

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The challenge facing Joe Biden at the border

Can the new president match his words on the campaign trail with action?

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Baby goat, emu and goose make friends on Wiltshire farm

The three arrivals at Caenhill Countryside Centre in Wiltshire have become social media stars.

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Covid lockdown projects: How you danced, wrote, ran and invented games

You told us what projects kept you going in lockdown, from dancing to writing and inventing games.

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The vaccine misinformation battle raging in France

Online conspiracy theories are exacerbating existing vaccine scepticism.

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Home-schooling around the world: How have we coped?

Indigenous children have been hit hardest and the crisis has reached a "tipping point", say experts

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Sŵnami: 'Why can't we sing in Welsh and be successful?'

As streaming opens audiences to Welsh language bands, Sŵnami say it's getting easier to break through.

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Advocates are pushing for D.C. statehood to be included in a broader voting rights bill.


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Stop the Executions, President Biden


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Over-70s could get booster Covid jab from September - vaccines minister

Nadhim Zahawi said No 10 was hoping to have eight different Covid jabs available by the autumn.

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'Ice-cream toothache' mystery explained

Scientists say they have worked out how teeth become sensitive and hurt with cold food and drinks.

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Batley school protests: Identifying prophet row teacher 'unacceptable'

Making a teacher fear for their safety is "unacceptable", the equality commission chair says.

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Local elections: Tories warn of post-Corbyn Labour 'bounce'

The party promises to "build back better" from the pandemic as it launches its English elections push.

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Phone companies 'must do more' to stop fraud calls

A senior law enforcement officer says the UK needs "a step change" in its response to fraud.

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Georgia Law Kicks Off Partisan Battle Over Voting Rights


By BY NICK CORASANITI AND REID J. EPSTEIN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/39hhX7E

Analysis: Biden reveals how he views the threat from China.


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How to Protect Massage Workers


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After the Tornadoes, Small Towns Grieve for Lost Lives and Wrecked Homes


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What to Watch: Philip K. Dick on Film


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Covid: Grassroots sports set ready for lockdown release

Millions of people across England are preparing for outdoor grassroots sports being allowed again from Monday.

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Belarus banned from Eurovision over song lyrics

The country has been disqualified for twice fielding songs deemed to have broken competition rules.

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Beverly Cleary, children's author behind Ramona Quimby, dies aged 104

The beloved writer created the feisty characters of Henry Huggins and Ramona Quimby.

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The Papers: 'Over-70s autumn booster' and shops 'open till 10'

Some of Saturday's papers look ahead to lockdown rules easing for millions in England on Monday.

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Covid: BAME doctors 'still waiting for risk checks'

Many say key risk assessments have either not taken place or have not been acted on.

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US and UK ratchet up sanctions on Myanmar's military

A row over a Yangon development reflects a confused international response to the coup in Myanmar.

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999 response officers receive extra psychological support

Police forces are offering extra psychological support to 999 response officers.

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Winslet's same-sex role 'simply a love story'

Oscar winning actress Kate Winslet’s latest role sees her as the 19th century fossil hunter Mary Anning.

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Promising Young Woman: Carey Mulligan film 'deeply troubling'

Promising Young Woman, starring Carey Mulligan, is a dark and twisted take on "hook-up culture".

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Coronavirus and shielding: 'I've only left my home five times this year'

Michaela Hollywood led a jet-set lifestyle until coronavirus hit, then she had to shield.

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Why my ancestral home could be lost to climate change

As Bangladesh turns 50, a UK-Bangladeshi reflects on how climate change affects his parent's country.

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Learning to code 'will seriously change your life'

Software developers are in high demand and well paid, but how do you break into the industry?

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US immigration: The suffocated youth unafraid of a perilous journey

Tougher policies and deaths on the road are unlikely to stop Guatemalans from trying to reach the US.

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Like Cuomo family members, a drug company boss with longstanding ties to the governor got special access to virus testing.


By BY DAVID C. GOODMAN, LUIS FERRÉ-SADURNÍ AND JESSE MCKINLEY from NYT World https://ift.tt/3ffQLu0

Biden Assails Republicans Over Voting Rights and Defends Record on Border


By BY MICHAEL D. SHEAR AND ZOLAN KANNO-YOUNGS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2QHp56X

JAMA Editor Placed on Leave Following Racial Controversy


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With revenue slumping, Pope Francis orders pay cuts at the Vatican.


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The court’s decision has heavy symbolic meaning, even if it may have little practical impact.

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