Turkey: Foreign tourists evacuated as wildfires threaten resorts

Coastguard vessels and private boats have brought holidaymakers to safety, as the death toll rises.

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Worthington wins gold & GB swimmers make history - day nine so far

Charlotte Worthington wins a dramatic BMX park freestyle Olympic gold as Great Britain's swimmers complete historic Games.

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Boy, five, dies after being found in Ogmore River, Bridgend

The discovery was made after police were called to a report of a missing child.

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Tokyo Olympics: Jamaica's Elaine Thompson-Herah breaks Olympic record and defends 100m title

Watch highlights as Jamaica's Elaine Thompson-Herah defends her 100m title in an Olympic record time of 10.61 seconds at Tokyo 2020.

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Afghanistan: Fighting rages as Taliban besiege three key cities

Fears rise of a humanitarian crisis as Islamist militants seek to capture major Afghan urban areas.

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Billie Eilish opens up to Clara Amfo on trolls

Eilish tells Amfo of her frustration with internet criticism in a new documentary to be broadcast on Saturday.

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ICYMI: Decoding feline feelings and a breathtaking bungee jump

A round-up of the week's news you might have missed.

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Thompson-Herah defends 100m title in Jamaican clean sweep

Elaine Thompson-Herah became the second-fastest woman in history as she beat fellow Jamaican Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce to defend her Olympic 100m title.

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Covid vaccine not to be compulsory for university lectures

Ministers are no longer considering making two doses mandatory for students in England, the BBC learns.

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Covid: Pulse oxygen monitors work less well on darker skin, experts say

Pulse oximeters, which spot falling oxygen levels, may work less well on darker skin, experts warn.

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Tokyo Olympics: Dina Asher-Smith reveals she tore her hamstring at British Olympic trials

Team GB's Dina Asher-Smith tells BBC Sport she tore her hamstring during the British Olympic trials after she is forced to pull out of the 200m.

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Tokyo Olympics: Dina Asher-Smith & Asha Philip fail to qualify but Daryll Neita heads to 100m final

Watch highlights as Team GB's Dina Asher-Smith and Asha Philip fail to qualify for the 100m final but Daryll Neita advances as one of the fastest losers.

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High Wycombe: Murder arrest after man found dead in street

Police officers found the victim in Micklefield Road, High Wycombe in the early hours of Saturday.

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Asher-Smith fails to make 100m final but GB team-mate Neita through

Dina Asher-Smith fails to make the 100m final after clocking a below-par 11.05 seconds in the semi-final - but Great Britain team-mate Daryll Neita is through.

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Simone Biles, struggling with ‘the twisties,’ says she can’t ‘tell up from down.’

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via IFTTT Simone Biles, struggling with ‘the twisties,’ says she can’t ‘tell up from down.’ She wrote on Instagram that she “seriously cannot comprehend how to twist.” Sports New York Times July 29, 2021 at 07:00PM

Tokyo Olympics: Novak Djokovic hurls and smashes racquet in bronze medal match defeat

Novak Djokovic displays his frustrations during his bronze medal match against Pablo Carreno Busta, throwing a racquet and then smashing another against a net post.

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Djokovic beaten to Olympic singles bronze by Carreno Busta

Novak Djokovic throws one racquet and smashes another as his bid for an Olympic medal ends in defeat by Spain's Pablo Carreno Busta.

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Remains of Esther Dingley, Missing British Hiker, Are Found

By Derrick Bryson Taylor from NYT World https://ift.tt/3ydW4Rj
via IFTTT Remains of Esther Dingley, Missing British Hiker, Are Found For months, the authorities and Ms. Dingley’s partner combed the Pyrenees mountains. A DNA test confirmed the identity of remains found near her last known location, a group aiding the search said. World New York Times July 29, 2021 at 07:00PM

Brighton Pride: Gala night kicks off scaled-back festivities

The launch night will feature an array of acts including cabaret, drag, live music and spoken word.

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Pensioner Olympian Mike Bull still pole-vaulting at 74

Mike Bull is a double Commonwealth gold medallist and Olympic finalist in the sport.

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Tokyo Olympics: Great Britain finish fourth after Fiji sevens defeat

Great Britain's women's sevens side fall just short of a medal for the second Olympics in a row as a fast, strong Fiji squeeze out a win in their bronze-medal match.

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Escobar pub accused of glorifying drug lord's reign of terror

Colombians in Nottingham say they are disgusted at a new bar that shares the drug lord's surname.

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Tokyo Olympics: Jonny Brownlee, Adam Peaty and Lauren Price in day eight best bits

Watch the best moments from the early events on day eight at the Tokyo Olympics, including gold-winning relay races for Team GB and more boxing success.

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Covid-19: Furlough 'kick in teeth' for firms and 'Covid jab scammers nearly got me'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday.

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Gold for GB in mixed relay events - what's happened so far on day eight?

Great Britain kick off a golden Saturday by winning two of the new mixed relay events to take their total medal haul in Tokyo to 26.

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Man pleads guilty to Chris Whitty assault

Lewis Hughs pleads guilty to assaulting England's chief medical officer Chris Whitty in central London.

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British Airways owner IAG to ramp up flights

IAG, which also owns Iberia, says it plans to run at 75% of its 2019 passenger capacity by the end of the year.

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Critics praise 'defiant' Billie Eilish album

The teen megastar's second album, Happier Than Ever, gives an unflinching portrayal of global fame.

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Proms conductor: 'We're going to play our hearts out'

Dalia Stasevska discusses the pressures of a pandemic Proms, and the return of Rule, Britannia!

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ابن القذافي ما زال حيا ويريد أن يستعيد ليبيا

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via IFTTT ابن القذافي ما زال حيا ويريد أن يستعيد ليبيا في أول مقابلة له مع صحفي، بعد اختفاء دام عشر سنوات، يصف سيف الإسلام القذافي سنواته المأساوية في الأسر ويلمّح الى احتمال الترشح للانتخابات ليصبح الرئيس القادم للبلد. Magazine New York Times July 29, 2021 at 07:00PM

Scarlett Johansson Sues Disney Over ‘Black Widow’ Release

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via IFTTT Scarlett Johansson Sues Disney Over ‘Black Widow’ Release The star said making the film available on Disney+ at the same time it opened in theaters “dramatically” lowered box office revenue, which could cost her tens of millions of dollars. Business New York Times July 28, 2021 at 07:00PM

Covid-19 pandemic: Japan widens emergency over 'frightening' spike

The Olympics host is facing record Covid case numbers, fuelled by the virulent Delta strain.

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'Brighton cat killer' Steven Bouquet jailed for stabbing 16 pets

Steven Bouquet has been jailed for more than five years after he killed nine cats in night attacks.

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The X Factor: 'It's always something I'm proud of'

Former X Factor contestants on what it was like to star in one of the biggest show on TV.

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Ballymena: Rare cancer diagnosis leads to unlikely friendship

Cat McKenna and Amber Scott met after being diagnosed with neuroendocrine cancer.

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Esther Dingley: Remains confirmed as those of missing hiker

Esther Dingley disappeared in the Pyrenees mountains in November.

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Drug deaths in Scotland reach new record level

The country continues to have the worst drug death rate in Europe, with a further 1,339 people dying last year.

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Turkey fires: Blazes threaten Marmaris and other coastal resorts

Villages and hotels are evacuated as firefighters attempt to put out dozens of blazes.

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Hong Kong: First person sentenced under security law gets nine years jail

Tong Ying-kit rode a motorbike into police officers while flying a flag with a protest slogan.

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Covid-19: Pregnancy jab plea and nightclubs start asking for Covid pass

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning.

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Storm Evert: Strong winds and heavy rain in South West

A yellow warning for strong to gale force winds remains in place as Storm Evert hits the UK.

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Tokyo Olympics: History-making BMX & more swimming medals in day seven highlights

Watch the best moments from day seven at the Tokyo Olympics, including a historic BMX gold and silver for Great Britain, two more medals in the pool and rowing bronze for the men's eight.

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Shriever takes BMX gold as GB claim five medals

Bethany Shriever claims BMX gold and Kye White silver as Duncan Scott and Luke Greenbank add to Great Britain's swimming medal haul.

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Ardoyne baby death: Woman charged with murder

The 29-year-old is due in court later on Friday over the death of a baby in north Belfast on Tuesday.

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Are America's unvaccinated changing their minds?

Covid cases are surging across the US, fuelled by the Delta variant - and unvaccinated Americans.

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C.D.C. Internal Report Calls Delta Variant as Contagious as Chickenpox

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Tokyo Olympics: Bethany Shriever wins gold for GB in women's BMX final

Britain's Bethany Shriever wins gold in the women's BMX racing final, holding off two-time champion Mariana Pajon.

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Tokyo Olympics: Kye Whyte wins GB's first BMX medal claiming silver in a thrilling final

Team GB's Kye Whyte claims the nation's first Olympic medal in BMX racing with silver in the men's final, finishing just 0.114 seconds behind Dutch rider Niek Kimmann.

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Peter McCombie: Cyclist jailed after Tower Hamlets hit-and-run death

The 72-year-old died eight days after the crash from traumatic head injuries.

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Man admits sharing Islamic State beheading videos

Stefan Aristidou is the 14th person convicted of terror charges of hundreds who returned from Syria.

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Rare Harry Potter book sells for £80k at Leyburn auction

The volume sold at auction in North Yorkshire for almost three times its estimated price.

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The C.D.C. now says fully vaccinated people should get tested after exposure even if they don’t show symptoms.

By Emily Anthes from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3l5MfkH
via IFTTT The C.D.C. now says fully vaccinated people should get tested after exposure even if they don’t show symptoms. Previously, the health agency had said that fully vaccinated people did not need to be tested following possible infection unless they were experiencing symptoms. Health New York Times July 27, 2021 at 07:00PM

X Factor: ITV has no plans for another series of the show

The fat lady may be singing for Simon Cowell's long-running but currently dormant TV talent show.

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Wayne Rooney apologises over hotel photographs

Derby boss Wayne Rooney apologises to his family and club after images of the ex-England and Manchester United forward were shared online.

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Westminster Holocaust memorial given go-ahead by Robert Jenrick

Fears have been raised that the site could become a terrorist target, but ministers say it will be safe.

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'We lost our life savings in a cryptocurrency scam'

A pensioner caught up in an investment saga lost it all, prompting warnings to others.

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Covid: The doctor sisters working through the pandemic

Caitlín and Megan Prosser have been supporting each other throughout the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Hillsborough's 97th victim was unlawfully killed, coroner concludes

Andrew Devine died as a result of injuries he sustained 32 years earlier, a coroner concludes.

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Global education summit targets pandemic-hit schooling

A summit in London is raising aid to support 175 million children in the poorest countries.

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Actor Bob Odenkirk 'stable' after collapsing on set

The US actor is still in hospital after being rushed there from the set of Better Call Saul.

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Covid: University students could be told jabs are required - Raab

There will be "advance warning" if vaccines become compulsory for halls, the foreign secretary says.

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US: China interest in Afghanistan could be positive

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's comments came after Taliban envoys went on a visit to China.

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Drug firm fined for huge price rise that hit NHS

Advanz pushed up the price of thyroid tablet packs more than 10-fold, says the competition watchdog.

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Official Secrets Act: Do government plans threaten investigative journalism?

Campaigners and reporters say planned changes to the Official Secrets Act threaten press freedoms.

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Covid-19: Parents pressure teachers and international cruises resume

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Thursday morning.

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Author of Christmas letter to Santa found by Worksop chimney sweeps revealed

Robert William Crampton said he is hoping to be reunited with the hopeful note penned on his behalf.

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Lily Parr: Unseen photos show first women's football stars

They show superstar striker Lily Parr and her teammates at the height of their success in the 1930s.

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Emotional Wilby disappointed he couldn't win medal for NHS nurse mum

An emotional James Wilby pays tribute to his NHS nurse mother Fiona, saying he was disappointed he could not reward her sacrifices with an Olympic medal.

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Vishal Mehrotra: Police scrapped plans for schoolboy murder appeal

The father of a murdered boy says a police decision not to appeal for information is "disgusting".

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2 Red Objects Were Found in the Asteroid Belt. They Shouldn’t Be There.

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via IFTTT 2 Red Objects Were Found in the Asteroid Belt. They Shouldn’t Be There. The space rocks may have come from beyond Neptune, and potentially offer hints at the chaos of the early solar system. Science New York Times July 27, 2021 at 07:00PM

Tokyo Olympics: Australian athletics team isolating after close contact with Covid-19 case

Multiple members of the Australian athletics team are isolating after coming into close contact with a positive Covid-19 case.

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Worksop chimney sweeps find Santa letter lost for decades

The slightly burnt note asks for a "cowboy suit and guns and a hat and everything".

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Covid travel: No quarantine for fully jabbed from EU and US coming to UK

The travel industry had been pushing for the rule change so tourists can more easily come to England.

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Wales' slate landscape wins World Heritage status

The north-west slate mining area is said to have "roofed the world" at its height in the 19th Century.

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Simone Biles is withdrawing from the Olympic all-around gymnastics competition.

By Juliet Macur from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/3ieQV61
via IFTTT Simone Biles is withdrawing from the Olympic all-around gymnastics competition. Biles will not compete Thursday after missing most of the team final because she said she was not in the right mental place to continue without risking severe injury. Sports New York Times July 27, 2021 at 07:00PM

Covid: Self-isolation rule changes on 16 August 'nailed on' - PM

Recent falls in cases are encouraging but it is too early to draw conclusions, Boris Johnson says.

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Covid: Deaf woman wins claim over lack of sign language at briefings

A lack of sign language at government briefings amounts to discrimination, a High Court judge finds.

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The Biden administration is considering a vaccine mandate for federal workers.

By Michael D. Shear from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3iSPf16
via IFTTT The Biden administration is considering a vaccine mandate for federal workers. It is a major shift in approach that reflects the White House’s growing concern about the spread of the highly-contagious Delta variant. U.S. New York Times July 26, 2021 at 07:00PM

Boris Johnson predicts steady economic recovery post-pandemic

Boris Johnson still warns of "bumps on the road" ahead as the IMF predicts 7% growth for the UK economy.

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Housing market cools as stamp duty break withdrawn

UK house prices still rose by 10.5% compared with a year ago, Nationwide building society says.

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Unesco: Wales' slate landscape bids for place on World Heritage list

Welsh slate landscape bids to join Egypt's Pyramids and India's Taj Mahal on prestigious list.

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Simone Biles is withdrawing from the Olympic all-around gymnastics competition.

By Juliet Macur from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/3i6NZIf
via IFTTT Simone Biles is withdrawing from the Olympic all-around gymnastics competition. Biles will not compete Thursday after missing most of the team final because she said she was not in the right mental place to continue without risking severe injury. Sports New York Times July 27, 2021 at 07:00PM

Covid test plan a 'pointless solution' says Iceland boss

Supermarket boss says government scheme only fixes half the issue because it excludes store workers.

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Honda workers in Swindon to face 'reality check' after it closes

Swindon car plant prepares to stop production on July 30 after 35 years of production.

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Cannabis part of the future says tobacco giant

British American Tobacco says its future lies in getting people to switch to nicotine alternatives.

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Kris Wu: Why a superstar sparked China's sexual consent debate

A growing rape allegation controversy centering on Kris Wu has renewed discussion on sexual consent.

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Tokyo Olympics: Simone Biles out of individual all-around final

American gymnast and four-time Olympic gold medallist Simone Biles withdraws from the individual all-around final Tokyo Olympics.

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Covid-19: Quarantine travel review and Sydney extends lockdown

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Wednesday morning.

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Wayne Rooney: Police drop blackmail complaint

Police say no offences have taken place regarding the social media photographs of Wayne Rooney.

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Harborough District Council sends out 700 court summonses in error

The authority says some residents may not have received a final warning over unpaid council tax.

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Tidal turbine in Orkney starts generating power

The device, anchored in waters off Orkney, is now connected to the grid.

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Relay gold and sculling silver for GB - what's happened on day five?

Olympic gold and silver medallists Tom Dean and Duncan Scott help Great Britain win the 4x200m freestyle relay as the team's gold run continues.

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U.S. Declines to Defend Trump Ally in Lawsuit Over Jan. 6 Riot

By Katie Benner from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3i6xSKQ
via IFTTT U.S. Declines to Defend Trump Ally in Lawsuit Over Jan. 6 Riot The move could mean that the Justice Department is also unlikely to defend former President Donald J. Trump in the case. U.S. New York Times July 26, 2021 at 07:00PM

Who could be this season's breakout Premier League star?

BBC Sport selects nine players who could make a genuine impact on the Premier League next season.

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Russia topped the United States for gold after Simone Biles’s stunning withdrawal.

By Juliet Macur from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/3BJDjal
via IFTTT Russia topped the United States for gold after Simone Biles’s stunning withdrawal. The departure of the top American star after the vault — the first apparatus — gave Russia a clear path to victory. Sports New York Times July 26, 2021 at 07:00PM

Covid: Alert over inaccurate thermometers bought in UK

Sales have increased in the pandemic but some products are not fit for purpose, UK regulator warns.

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As Virus Cases Rise, Another Contagion Spreads Among the Vaccinated: Anger

By Roni Caryn Rabin from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3zCVigS
via IFTTT As Virus Cases Rise, Another Contagion Spreads Among the Vaccinated: Anger Frustrated by the prospect of a new surge, many Americans are blaming the unvaccinated. A tougher stance may backfire, some experts warn. Health New York Times July 26, 2021 at 07:00PM

Covid: PM warns against 'premature conclusions' as cases fall

The prime minister is urging people to "remain cautious" despite a fall in UK Covid cases.

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Tesco offers £1,000 joining bonus for HGV drivers

The supermarket chain is deploying the recruitment tactic amid a shortage in lorry drivers.

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Home Office to investigate deportation of Chinese sailors after WW2

An MP says investigating why Chinese sailors were deported from Liverpool is a "step in the right direction".

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DaBaby's HIV and gay comments 'perpetuate discrimination'

The rapper made false claims about the life expectancy of people with HIV at a US festival.

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Turner Prize returns to Tate Liverpool after 15 years

The renowned event will be held at the Tate Liverpool gallery in late 2022, it is announced.

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What is stop and search and what are my rights?

Police could carry out more stop and searches without 'reasonable grounds' under new proposals.

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Jill Biden, Changing the Fashion Game

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via IFTTT Jill Biden, Changing the Fashion Game Cheering the American Olympians, the first lady broke with recent sartorial customs. Style New York Times July 25, 2021 at 07:00PM

'Culture of cover-up' saw Lambeth care home children abused

More than 700 children suffered cruelty and sexual abuse at care homes in Lambeth, a report finds.

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Covid: Insurance threat for pinged holidaymakers

Some travel insurance policies will not cover cancellation costs for travellers told to self-isolate.

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Bradford child sexual abuse: Authorities apologise after review

The Bradford Partnership said "more needs to be done" to help victims of child sexual abuse in the district.

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Wayne Rooney: Cheshire Police reviewing blackmail complaint

Cheshire Police confirm a complaint of blackmail was made in relation to photos of Wayne Rooney.

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Rep. Clay Higgins, a staunch opponent of mask mandates, announces he and his family have Covid-19.

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Beach handball: 'It's shocking to have to pay to not play in our pants'

Tonje Lerstad tells Newsbeat about a rollercoaster week for Norway's women's beach handball team.

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Is there a future for Africa's lions?

As lion populations decline across much of Africa, could community-led conservation help reverse this trend?

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Covid: The healthcare heroes vaccinating Scotland

Meet the people who have gone above and beyond to get jabs into arms across the country.

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Vunipola, Murray and Harris to start second Lions Test

British and Irish Lions name squad for second South Africa test - with Mako Vunipola, Conor Murray and Chris Harris starting.

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Russia Is Banned, Yet It’s Everywhere at the Games

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via IFTTT Russia Is Banned, Yet It’s Everywhere at the Games A doping punishment changes a country’s official name but little else about its Olympic experience. Sports New York Times July 25, 2021 at 07:00PM

Whipps Cross Hospital cancels operations after flooding

Appointments at Whipps Cross have also been rearranged with some to be held virtually.

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Covid-19: Olympic champion's coronavirus comeback and more tests for 'pinged' workers

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning.

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Malcolm Turnbull: Australia ex-PM says vaccine rollout 'a colossal failure'

Ex-PM Malcolm Turnbull tells the BBC he believes Australia's borders won't reopen until early 2022.

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Ronan Keating accepts phone hacking damages

The ex-Boyzone singer's lawyers told the High Court of the distress caused by newspapers stories.

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Wayne Rooney reports photos to Greater Manchester Police

The images appear to show the ex-England footballer asleep with unknown women posing beside him.

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Standon Calling festival-goers make most of mud as heavy rain hits

Organisers of the festival call it off due to flooding and risk of lightning.

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Broadcaster Apologizes for ‘Inappropriate’ Images Aired During Olympic Parade

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via IFTTT Broadcaster Apologizes for ‘Inappropriate’ Images Aired During Olympic Parade The South Korean broadcaster MBC showed photographs associating pizza with Italy, Chernobyl with Ukraine and Count Dracula with Romania in its coverage of the opening ceremony. Sports New York Times July 24, 2021 at 07:00PM

Sir Richard Sutton: Murder accused pleads not guilty

Thomas Schreiber is charged with murdering one of UK's richest men, Sir Richard Sutton, in Dorset.

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Joey Barton denies assaulting his wife Georgia

The Bristol Rovers manager is accused of attacking his wife Georgia leaving her with a head injury.

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Heathrow warns of further fall in passenger numbers

The airport says it could see even fewer travellers in 2021 due to testing requirements and restrictions.

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Pink offers to pay bikini bottoms fine for Norway women's handball team

The Norway women's side were last week fined for wearing shorts instead of bikini bottoms in a match.

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No Longer ‘Hidden Victims,’ Children Are Dying as Virus Surges in Indonesia

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via IFTTT No Longer ‘Hidden Victims,’ Children Are Dying as Virus Surges in Indonesia Hundreds have died from Covid-19 in recent weeks, many of them under the age of 5. National leaders face mounting criticism that they have been unprepared. World New York Times July 24, 2021 at 07:00PM

Weekend of water deaths 'is worst in memory'

Six people died in accidents on Loch Lomond and on rivers in South Lanarkshire between Friday and Sunday.

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Tokyo 2020: S Korea TV sorry for using pizza to depict Italy

MBC also used Chernobyl to depict Ukraine and Dracula to show Romania at the Olympics opening ceremony.

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The Making of Tom Daley

Olympian Tom Daley looks back at the moments that have shaped his life and career.

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Dieter Brummer: Home and Away actor dies aged 45

Brummer famously played Shane Parrish - Melissa George's love interest on the TV soap in the 1990s.

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Tokyo Olympics: Great Britain's Tom Pidcock takes mountain biking gold

Great Britain's Tom Pidcock claims Olympic gold with a dominant display in the men's mountain bike cross-country in Tokyo.

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Covid-19: Falling infections in UK and cases rise in US

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Monday morning.

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Coronavirus: Irish pubs and restaurants to resume indoor service

Many pubs, especially those that don't serve food, have been closed since March 2020.

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Covid: 'I earned less, but spent the same'

A new Couch to Financial Fitness programme aims to help people organise their finances post-pandemic.

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Daley and Lee win Olympic diving gold

Tom Daley wins a first gold medal at his fourth Olympic Games as he claims victory alongside Matty Lee in the men's synchronised 10m platform.

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Nancy Mace Called Herself a ‘New Voice’ for the G.O.P. Then She Pivoted.

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via IFTTT Nancy Mace Called Herself a ‘New Voice’ for the G.O.P. Then She Pivoted. Her shift reflects how rank-and-file Republicans — even those who may disagree with him — have decided it is too perilous to openly challenge former President Donald J. Trump. U.S. New York Times July 24, 2021 at 07:00PM

National Adoption Strategy: £48m to improve services in England

A new National Adoption Strategy aims to enhance support to families and end a postcode lottery.

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Team GB's first gold and a second silver - what's happened so far on day three?

It's day three of the Tokyo Olympics, where Adam Peaty has won Team GB's first gold medal of the Games.

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Fauci Wants to Make Vaccines for the Next Pandemic Before It Hits

By Gina Kolata from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3rwYZlr
via IFTTT Fauci Wants to Make Vaccines for the Next Pandemic Before It Hits If funded, a government program costing several billion dollars could develop “prototype” vaccines to protect against 20 families of viruses. Health New York Times July 24, 2021 at 07:00PM

Migrant boats getting bigger, says Home Office

Some 378 people crossed the Channel on Sunday, after record numbers made the journey last month.

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Covid: Lockdown protest at Mark Drakeford's home 'crossed line'

First Minister Mark Drakeford's predecessor says the protesters are "on a different planet".

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Hugo Millan: Spaniard, 14, dies after crash at MotorLand Aragon

Hugo Millan, a 14-year-old motorbike rider, has died after crashing at a race in Spain.

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Large meteor wows Norway after blazing through night sky

The meteor is believed to have landed in a forest after flashes of light were seen across Norway.

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Wildfires spread from California to Nevada

Fire crews are battling extreme temperatures to control wildfires in California and Nevada.

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Jackie Mason, rabbi turned comedian, dies aged 93

The famed US stand-up comedian and actor voiced Krusty the Clown's father in The Simpsons.

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Australia Covid: Anti-lockdown protesters condemned

It comes after thousands marched through Australian cities to demand an end to lockdown measures.

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Nigeria school kidnappers abduct man delivering ransom

Criminals kidnap an elderly man who was sent to pay a ransom for the release of 136 school children.

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East Dulwich stabbing: Man charged with murder of woman, 36

Beatrice Stoica, 36, died in hospital after a knife attack in East Dulwich, south-east London.

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Simone Biles starts Olympics with a floor exercise that isn’t up to her usual standards.

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Man, woman and boy die in Loch Lomond incident

Police say they died at the scene near Ardlui after getting into difficulty in the water.

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Football manager Joey Barton charged with attacking woman

The former Premier League player is charged by police after an incident in London.

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Sajid Javid apologises for 'cower' Covid remark

The health secretary says he used a poor choice of word in a tweet, after criticism from victims' group.

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Tokyo Olympics: Chelsie Giles wins GB's first medal, Bradly Sinden guarantees at least silver

Day two of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics is under way, and Team GB's first medal has been won.

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Boy, 11, dies in river at Alexander Hamilton Memorial Park

Police Scotland said the child was pulled from the water on Saturday afternoon but died at the scene.

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Afghanistan curfew imposed as Taliban militants advance

The government says the measure is to help its forces stop Taliban militants infiltrating cities.

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Carrickfergus: Funfair incident caused by teens, Planet Fun says

Planet Fun says injuries were caused in County Antrim on Saturday because of "misuse of equipment".

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Hundred organisers say online 'racism or other forms of abuse' unacceptable

Organisers of The Hundred say they do not "accept racism or other forms of abuse" following "recent online comments directed towards players and fans".

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Climate change: Hebden Bridge boy, 11, starts 200 mile walk

Jude will walk 10 miles each day for 21 days to reach Westminster, where he will lobby ministers.

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Tokyo Olympics: Chelsie Giles wins Team GB's first medal with judo bronze

Judoka Chelsie Giles wins Team GB's first medal of the Tokyo Olympics with bronze in the women's -52kg event.

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Spain Pledged Citizenship to Sephardic Jews. Now They Feel Betrayed.

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Tokyo Olympics: Rowing races postponed due to weather and tennis heat policy activated

Tokyo 2020 Olympics organisers have cancelled two days of rowing with adverse weather conditions expected to hit Japan's capital.

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Covid-19: Covid cost to last for 'decades' - and is UK a variant breeding ground?

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Sunday morning.

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Unesco World Heritage: Wales' slate landscape bid for honour

Slate from north-west Wales "roofed the 19th Century world" as it was exported around the globe.

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Man arrested after car hits group of people on Blackpool North Pier

The driver fled the scene but police later arrested a 30-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder.

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Budapest Pride stands up for LGBT rights in Hungary

Organisers accuse Hungary's right-wing government of seeking to discriminate against gay people.

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Murder probe after Bury woman dies from severe burns

Three men are arrested in connection with the death of the 31-year-old in Bury, Greater Manchester.

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Fatuma Kadir: Missing 11-year-old Bolton girl is found

Fatuma Kadir, who travelled from Bolton to London, is found after police mount a nationwide search.

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India monsoon: Rescuers search for survivors after heavy rains

Heavy rains have battered India's western coast, leaving dozens dead and prompting mass evacuations.

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Joggers and walkers' joy as England Parkrun resumes

The free 5km community event, which takes place in parks, was suspended during the Covid pandemic.

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Covid in Scotland: Thousands turn off tracking app

Protect Scotland was active on just 900,000 phones last week, despite two million downloads.

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An Olympic beach volleyball match is decided by a Covid infection.

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Open water: Swimmers urged not to take chances

It is thought 28 people have lost their lives in open water during the recent hot weather.

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British and Irish Lions 2021: Injured prop Wyn Jones replaced by Rory Sutherland against South Africa

Injured British and Irish Lions prop Wyn Jones is ruled out of Saturday's first Test against South Africa, with Scotland's Rory Sutherland starting and Mako Vunipola of England added to the bench.

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Covid vaccine: Gareth Southgate urges young people to get jab

The England manager says vaccination is a chance to "get your freedom back".

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Lightning strikes and storms follow UK heatwave

Days of high summer temperatures give way to storms.

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Missing hiker's partner told of remains find

The hiker disappeared on a solo walk near the France-Spain border in November.

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Romsey industrial estate blaze involving 35,000 tonnes of waste

Residents near the blaze at Yokesford Hill Industrial Estate are advised to shut their windows.

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Goole WWII bomb: M62 closure in place ahead of detonation

Restrictions remain in place in Goole ahead of detonation on Saturday afternoon.

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Australia Covid: Arrests at anti-lockdown protests

Thousands take to the streets in Sydney, with further protests in Melbourne and Brisbane.

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DRC volcano: Reuniting children with families after the eruption

Children are still separated from parents, two months after a volcano erupted near Goma in DR Congo.

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Storm warning as lightning strike damages homes

Heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast for southern England and Wales as extreme heat comes to an end.

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Tributes to Stoke-on-Trent man who died on trip to beach

The family of 21-year-old Hamza Mansoor have thanked "all the heroes" who tried to save him.

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The young imam using Instagram to change opinions

Sabah Ahmedi wants to show imams can "have a laugh", have "a bit of banter" and "wear colourful socks".

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Israeli Data Suggests Possible Waning in Effectiveness of Pfizer Vaccine

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Covid-19: More testing sites and PM faces isolation pressure

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Saturday evening.

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Surfside tower collapse: Search for bodies concludes

Firefighters say their search is over, a month after the building collapsed, with 97 confirmed dead.

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Ransomware key to unlock customer data from REvil attack

The gang behind the attack had previously asked for $70m to access the stolen files.

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Wales boss Ryan Giggs pleads not guilty to assaulting women

The Wales manager is accused of attacking two women during an incident in Salford.

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Printer ink pricier than champagne finds Which?

According to a Which survey a pint of printer ink could cost up to £1,300.

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Latitude Festival: 'It's so nice to get back into the festival vibe'

About 40,000 people are expected at this year's Latitude Festival, which was cancelled in 2020.

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America in 2090: The Impact of Extreme Heat, in Maps

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Firm fined £2.6m for claiming clothes prevent Covid

Australian activewear company Lorna Jane is branded "exploitative" and "predatory" by a judge.

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US fires: Inside a US fire truck driving through a wildfire

As burning ash pelts their vehicle, video shows firefighters in California drive through the flames.

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Greensill: Lady Heywood's anger at 'scapegoating' of late husband by inquiry

Lady Heywood calls a report on the Greensill lobbying scandal a "fabricated attack" on her late husband.

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Rail services face cuts as staff self-isolate

Operators say they may have to run fewer trains as more employees are hit by the "pingdemic".

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Soldier found dead in barracks at Larkhill, Salisbury

The Ministry of Defence says it is investigating the circumstances surrounding her death.

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Covid infections around the UK continue to rise

Cases continue to increase, with more rises possible once the impact of easing restrictions kicks in.

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John Simpson: Good Morning Britain hosts apologise after swearing

Veteran foreign correspondent let the rude word slip on the ITV show shortly before 0650 BST.

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Mystery orcas spotted in Scotland found in Norway

The pod of six killer whales photographed in a Norwegian fjord were last spotted off Vatersay in 2018.

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Omagh bomb: 'Real prospect attack could have been prevented'

A judge also calls for new investigations to be held on both sides of the Irish border.

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13 Reasons Why star Tommy Dorfman comes out as transgender

The 29-year-old confirmed on Instagram her pronouns are now "she/her".

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Children in Need and Comic Relief to air from BBC Salford studios

The BBC's annual fundraising events will be broadcast from the city from 2021 onwards.

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Man rescued in Alaska after week-long bear attack ordeal

US Coast Guard officials spotted an SOS sign on a remote shack where the man had been staying.

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Euro 2020 boosts food and drink retail sales

Sales rose by 0.5% as millions stocked up on food and drink to watch the Euro 2020 football tournament.

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Covid-19: Isolation exemption, and daily pupil testing 'cuts' absences

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning.

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Sarm Heslop: Missing woman's parents still have hope

Four months after she vanished, it is still not known what happened to Sarm Heslop.

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Tokyo 2020: Katarina Johnson-Thompson's battles with injury & self-doubt in pursuit of Olympic gold

How Katarina Johnson-Thompson tore up everything to claim world gold and will have to upset the odds once more to win in Tokyo.

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It’s Time to Trust China’s and Russia’s Vaccines

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Climate change, a coalmine and a town that needs jobs

In Cumbria, environmental concerns come into conflict with economic hopes.

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Post Office scandal: Postmasters to get up to £100,000

Subpostmasters wrongly convicted of offences during an IT scandal are to receive interim compensation.

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UK has no idea of EU fishing catch in its waters, says Labour

The government says it is trying to get EU boats to declare everything they land in UK waters.

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Michael Jackson super fan among those sanctioned by UK

A vice-president of Equatorial Guinea is among five people to receive UK "anti-corruption" sanctions.

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Tokyo 2020: Hend Zaza, 12, is youngest athlete at Olympics

Hend Zaza from Syria reveals her inspiration for getting into table tennis at such a young age.

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‘Please Save Us!’ Grim Scenes in China as Flood Inundates a Subway

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Tommy Robinson loses High Court libel case

Syrian schoolboy Jamal Hijazi is awarded £100,000 in damages.

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Zoomtown-on-Sea? The lure of a new life on the coast

Remote working meant the Lancaster family could live anywhere - they found their sea view in Scarborough.

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Mercury Prize nominations: Wolf Alice, Arlo Parks and Celeste make the shortlist

The band are joined by Arlo Parks, Celeste, Ghetts and Mogwai on the album of the year shortlist.

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Croydon tram crash: Passengers accidentally killed, jury concludes

Seven people died when the tram tipped over and spun off the track in Croydon in November 2016.

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Greensill had extraordinarily privileged access to government, says inquiry

An official report on lobbying says Lex Greensill's conflicts of interest 'should have been considered".

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Tokyo Olympics: I beat an Olympian...when I was younger

Radio 1 Newsbeat speaks to people who can boast they once beat some of the current Team GB.

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More than 600,000 people told to self-isolate by NHS Covid-19 app

618,903 people in England and Wales received self-isolation alerts in the week up to 14 July

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China floods: Drone footage shows the scale of damage as clean up begins

As aerial pictures show the extent of destruction, our correspondent reports on the situation on the ground.

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Pegasus spyware seller: Blame our customers not us for hacking

NSO Group tells BBC News: "The finger-pointing should be at the customer."

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Joe Biden says he's self-conscious as president

The president reflects on his first six months in the White House in a town hall hosted in Ohio.

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John Coates: Australian Olympic boss in awkward 'mansplaining' row

In an awkward exchange, John Coates ordered politician Annastacia Palaszczuk to attend the Olympics.

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Australia and NZ pull out of Rugby League World Cup

Australia and New Zealand pull out of the Rugby League World Cup because of "player welfare and safety concerns" related to the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Covid-19: Pressure on shops and NHS pay offer 'anger'

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Thursday morning.

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Building a legacy for Sunderland fan Bradley Lowery

Bradley's mother Gemma explains how her charity is building a holiday home for children with illnesses.

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Students offered cash to defer medical degree

Applicants offered free accommodation and £10,000 cash by Exeter University to defer until 2022.

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Nottingham maternity scandal: 'The pain never goes away'

More than 20 families demand a completely independent inquiry into an NHS trust's failing maternity services.

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Olympics opening ceremony director dismissed on eve of event

After the removal of Kentaro Kobayashi, organisers are now re-assessing how to hold Friday's event.

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Covid: Shops try to keep shelves stocked as more staff isolate

The government must "act fast" to avoid disruption to food supply, the British Retail Consortium says.

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I’m Often Wide Awake at 3 A.M. How Do I Get Back to Sleep?

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Liverpool stripped of Unesco World Heritage status

The city is deleted from the much-coveted Unesco list because of developments on the waterfront.

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GB women's footballers take knee ahead of first win

Great Britain's women's football squad take the knee before their opening 2-0 win over Chile at Tokyo 2020.

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Dr Michael Heath: Families feared they cremated the wrong person

Families say Dr Michael Heath made multiple errors investigating the deaths of their loved ones.

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Giant hail damages cars and windows in heatwave storm

Golf ball-sized hail comes "thundering down" as the extreme heat warning for England continues.

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Waist-high flooding hits China trains and roads

Roads and subway stations have been submerged and one region recorded 40cm (15 inches) of rainfall.

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Marcus Rashford defends charity deals over profit claims

The England striker asks why footballers "can't just do the right thing" for charity.

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Covid-19: Cancelling Olympics 'not ruled out' and lockdown anger

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Wednesday morning.

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Wales braces for record temperatures as holiday getaway begins

An extreme heat weather warning is in place as temperatures could hit 32C (90F) on Wednesday.

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M&S warns of higher prices and less choice in Northern Ireland

Chairman Archie Norman is urging the government to act to prevent "pointless" customs checks.

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'Squiggly wiggly' fossils rise from a Jurassic sea

Scientists are excavating one of the most important Jurassic sites ever discovered in the UK.

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A Drought So Dire That a Utah Town Pulled the Plug on Growth

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via IFTTT A Drought So Dire That a Utah Town Pulled the Plug on Growth Groundwater and streams vital to both farmers and cities are drying up in the West, challenging the future of development. U.S. New York Times July 19, 2021 at 07:00PM

Thomas Barrack, Trump Fund-Raiser, Is Indicted on Lobbying Charge

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The Delta variant makes up an estimated 83 percent of U.S. cases, the C.D.C. director says.

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Women’s Handball Players Are Fined for Rejecting Bikini Uniforms

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Bezos thanks Amazon workers and customers for his vast wealth, prompting backlash.

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She Hates Biden. Some of Her Neighbors Hate the Way She Shows It.

By Ed Shanahan from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3iq9xid
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J.&J. Vaccine May Be Less Effective Against Delta, Study Suggests

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via IFTTT J.&J. Vaccine May Be Less Effective Against Delta, Study Suggests Many who received the shot may need to consider boosters, the authors said. But federal health officials do not recommend second doses. Health New York Times July 19, 2021 at 07:00PM

Canada will reopen its border with the U.S. and hopes to allow others in by early September.

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Wally Funk Is Defying Gravity and 60 Years of Exclusion From Space

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Loneliness Is Breaking America

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Republicans Have Their Own Private Autocracy

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via IFTTT Republicans Have Their Own Private Autocracy Loyalty signaling, flattery inflation and the modern G.O.P. Opinion New York Times July 18, 2021 at 07:00PM

The Beta Variant: What Scientists Know

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via IFTTT The Beta Variant: What Scientists Know The variant can dodge some of the immune system’s defenses, but is still vulnerable to vaccines. Health New York Times July 18, 2021 at 07:00PM

Nike halts footwear production due to Covid outbreak

Nike could run out of its Vietnamese-made trainers because of a rise in Covid infections in the region.

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Migrant crossings: What happens to migrants who reach the UK?

The government wants to cut the number of migrants crossing the Channel.

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HMV backs High Street with plans for 10 new stores

The music chain's owner says people love shopping and want to touch goods before buying.

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Ben & Jerry’s to Stop Selling Ice Cream in Israeli-Occupied Territories

By Eric Nagourney from NYT World https://ift.tt/2VO8PDB
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Women's state pension: Compensation closer for Waspi campaigners

The government was too slow to tell women they would be directly affected by the rising state pension age.

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Eid al-Adha prayers continue as rockets fired in Afghanistan

Some of the worshippers appeared frightened and unsure what to do when they heard multiple explosions.

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Man stuck in M4 jam plays football on carriageway

There was a three-hour tailback on the M4 in Wiltshire after a lorry caught fire.

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Raye and Polydor split after claims record label wouldn't release debut album

The 23-year-old singer says she and Polydor have "different goals artistically".

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Rescheduling Games 'caused sleepless nights', says IOC president

Rescheduling the Tokyo Olympics "caused sleepless nights" but must go ahead "to give hope" for the future, says IOC President Thomas Bach.

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How Bad Is the Bootleg Fire? It’s Generating Its Own Weather.

By Henry Fountain from NYT Climate https://ift.tt/2VUC2wJ
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Tokyo 2020: The hijabi referee making Olympic history

The first Arab and African woman to referee 3x3 basketball at the Olympics shares how her Muslim faith has guided her career.

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Channel crossings migrants: 'We need a safe place'

A BBC team encounters some of the migrants trying to make the dangerous journey to England.

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UK to bake in 33C amid extreme heat warning

Parts of Wales and southern and central England could be hotter than Tenerife and Marbella later.

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Premier League footballer held over child sex allegations

The Premier League player has since been bailed and suspended by his club while inquiries continue.

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Covid-19: Cummings makes fresh claims and sick patients urge caution

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning.

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Microsoft: Chinese authorities slam 'groundless' hacking claims

A group of Western countries had accused China of carrying out a major cyber-attack on the tech giant.

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Jeff Bezos to blast into space aboard New Shepard rocket ship

Billionaire Jeff Bezos will launch into space in the first crewed flight of his rocket ship.

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Covid: Vaccine passport plan for nightclubs 'concerning'

Manchester's night-time economy advisor brands the government's certification plan "discriminatory".

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How a football fan's collection of memorabilia is helping others

How a football fan's once-treasured collection is helping others to remember happier times.

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A wildfire near Lake Tahoe spreads quickly, prompting evacuations.

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via IFTTT A wildfire near Lake Tahoe spreads quickly, prompting evacuations. Multiple blazes burning around California have strained crews. U.S. New York Times July 18, 2021 at 07:00PM

Covid: Which children can have the vaccine in the UK?

Hundreds of thousands of under-18s will now be offered the jab in the UK - but not all. Here's why.

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This Train Crash Killed 49 People. It Didn’t Have to Happen.

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via IFTTT This Train Crash Killed 49 People. It Didn’t Have to Happen. A Times investigation found that systemic failures at a government agency contributed to Taiwan’s worst rail disaster in seven decades. World New York Times July 18, 2021 at 07:00PM

Plans to modernise power of attorney system

People can put someone in charge of their affairs but the process is criticised for being slow to enact.

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NYPD officer uses crisp packet to save stabbing victim

The police officer in New York has been praised for his decisive actions.

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What easing restrictions mean to people in a Witham estate

What does the lifting of restrictions in England mean to those living in a housing estate?

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Dolly Parton Tried. But Tennessee Is Squandering a Miracle.

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China accused of cyber-attack on Microsoft Exchange servers

The UK and the EU have accused China in connection with a major cyber-attack on Microsoft servers.

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Paralympian told to wear more appropriate shorts

Double world champion para-athlete Olivia Breen said she was left angry and speechless after being told to wear 'more appropriate' shorts.

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Let the Games … Be Gone?

By John Branch from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/3et1zni
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Covid: Lifting all restrictions in one go is reckless, says Sir Keir Starmer

Boris Johnson has urged caution as most legal rules on social contact are lifted in England.

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Colin Pitchfork: Double killer will not be on sex offenders register

The government says Colin Pitchfork, who raped and murdered two girls, will be subject to other "strict" conditions.

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Biden Administration Transfers Its First Detainee From Guantánamo Bay

By Carol Rosenberg and Charlie Savage from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3kFqaca
via IFTTT Biden Administration Transfers Its First Detainee From Guantánamo Bay The Biden team picked up where the Obama administration left off with the repatriation of a Moroccan man, reducing the prison population to 39. U.S. New York Times July 18, 2021 at 07:00PM

Post Office Horizon scandal: More subpostmasters cleared

The Court of Appeal clears 12 more former subpostmasters who were wrongly convicted.

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Strictly Come Dancing: Greatest Dancer winner joins professional dancer line-up

Poland's Jowita Przystal is one of four new additions to the BBC One's team of professional dancers.

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In ‘My Unorthodox Life,’ Julia Haart Bares More Than Just Her Knees

By Alexis Soloski from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3ed9Rzy
via IFTTT In ‘My Unorthodox Life,’ Julia Haart Bares More Than Just Her Knees Less than a decade after fleeing a repressive ultra-Orthodox Jewish community, Haart heads a global talent empire. Her next challenge? Letting viewers peek behind the curtain. Arts New York Times July 12, 2021 at 07:00PM

Guto Harri quits GB News over taking the knee row

The journalist was suspended for a gesture made during a chat about the abuse of black footballers.

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19 July: The station where masks are mandatory - and not

Commuters at Farringdon station react to the varying face-covering rules now in place in London.

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Iceland and Greene King shut sites amid 'pingdemic'

The firms have had to shut shops and pubs due to staff shortages caused by people self-isolating.

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In pictures: UK soaks up sun as heatwave set to continue

Sunseekers have been flocking to beaches as all four UK nations record the hottest day of the year.

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Experts recommend Covid jabs for some under-18s in UK

The vaccines minister says experts think vulnerable children and those close to 18 should be jabbed.

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England nightclubs reopen: Cheers and celebrations as clubbers return for first night out

For some revellers in Leeds, this was the first time they'd ever been to a nightclub.

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Covid-19: Nightclubs reopen as restrictions ease and Katie Hopkins deported

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Monday morning.

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Hamilton racially abused online after British Grand Prix victory

Lewis Hamilton is the target of racist abuse on social media after his victory in Sunday's British Grand Prix.

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Why People Are So Awful Online

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via IFTTT Why People Are So Awful Online On social media, we are all hammers seeking nails. Opinion New York Times July 16, 2021 at 07:00PM

Covid: Is China's vaccine success waning in Asia?

Thailand and Indonesia's switch to other Covid jabs has raised questions about Chinese vaccines.

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Carlos Ghosn: Father and son sentenced for helping ex-Nissan boss escape

Michael and Peter Taylor were convicted of helping ex-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn escape Japan in 2019.

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England v Pakistan T20: Liam Livingstone smashes six out of Headingley - twice!

Liam Livingstone smashes two sixes out of Headingley as England face Pakistan in their second T20 match of the three-match series.

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England v Pakistan T20: Six, four and out for Jason Roy

Jason Roy has a short but eventful first over at Headingly with a six, a four and a dismissal during England's second T20 match of the series against Pakistan.

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Covid: 'Pingdemic' threatens shop openings say supermarkets

M&S says it may have to reduce opening hours if more workers are forced to self-isolate.

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Covid-19: Ireland's top medical officers targeted by abusive calls

Gardaí are investigating reports of abusive calls to Ireland's chief medical officer and his deputy.

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'It's about getting the ball to our danger players' - Vieira's impact at Palace

Patrick Vieira's reign at Crystal Palace got off to a winning start and the Eagles will hope history doesn't repeat itself under the France World Cup winner.

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Comedian Tom O'Connor dies aged 81

The presenter and comic had had Parkinson's for many years, his family says.

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Covid: UK faces a difficult summer, says leading scientist

Prof Neil Ferguson says there could be as many as 200,000 cases a day as restrictions ease.

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World Student Games: Sheffield's forgotten sporting spectacle

Sheffield's decision to host the World Student Games in 1991 still divides opinions across the city.

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Labour: Why would we oppose a social care tax?

But the shadow health secretary says he would want a guarantee the money would be used for care.

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Covid-19: PM and chancellor to self-isolate in U-turn

It comes after anger over "VIP testing" allowing them to work following Sajid Javid's positive test.

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Anjem Choudary: Radical preacher's public speaking ban lifted

The strict licence conditions Anjem Choudary was subjected to after leaving prison come to an end.

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Britney Spears says she will not perform while father controls career

The singer says the arrangement controlling her personal and financial affairs has "killed my dreams".

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Europe floods: Residents return home to see damage inflicted

Resident in Kleivelderweg, deep inside the Dutch disaster zone, find homes and businesses destroyed.

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Covid: London's Metropolitan Line reopens after staff pinged by NHS app

The Metropolitan Line was closed on Saturday as control room staff were pinged by the NHS app.

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Do We Really Need to Take 10,000 Steps a Day for Our Health?

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