Thursday, 31 March 2022

Liz Truss visits India on same day as Sergei Lavrov

Rival trips seek to enlist Delhi's support over the war in Ukraine.

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How Rose Matafeo Shaped the Romance in ‘Starstruck’


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Nigerian student's search for a new university after fleeing Ukraine

Chinaza, a Nigerian student, is scrambling to continue his studies since escaping the war in Ukraine.

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Rising Wages Could Complicate America’s Inflation Cool-Down


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French intelligence chief Vidaud fired over Russian war failings

Gen Eric Vidaud loses his job as military intelligence boss for not predicting Russia's invasion.

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Wednesday, 30 March 2022

Shane Warne: Sir Elton John and Ed Sheeran lead tributes at emotional memorial

Sir Elton John, Ed Sheeran and a host of former cricketers lead tributes to Australia legend Shane Warne at a state memorial service.

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Casino Bonanza May Soon Hit New York


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Don't forget families like us, Covid bereaved tell inquiry chief

The head of the UK Covid inquiry, Baroness Hallett, is talking to people who lost loved ones in the pandemic.

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If You Think Kale Is ‘So 2010,’ You’re Not Growing the Right Ones


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Shropshire baby deaths: The parents who lost babies

"I can still hear them saying, we can't hear the heartbeat" - one of the many parents on losing their child.

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Tuesday, 29 March 2022

El Clasico: Match set to break women's crowd record - but is it a one off?

More than 90,000 tickets have been sold for Barcelona's Champions League quarter-final second leg with Real Madrid at the Nou Camp.

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Desperate for Cash, Afghans Toil in Mines That Are Deadlier Than Ever


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Saudi Arabia could host Usyk-Joshua in late June

Saudi Arabia could host the Oleksandr Usyk-Anthony Joshua rematch in late June, according to the Ukrainian's promoter Alexander Krassyuk.

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A Russian attack leaves a gaping hole in a government building in Mykolaiv.


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Londonderry: Security alert disrupts access to Covid test centre

It follows the discovery of a suspicious object in the Campsie area just outside Londonderry.

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Monday, 28 March 2022

How the feel-good film Coda caused an Oscars upset

Apple TV's film about the hearing daughter of a deaf family wasn't expected to win best picture.

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Sainsbury's urged to up pay to match cost of living

A group of investors wants the supermarket to ensure pay covers the rising cost of living.

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Noel Clarke: Police not investigating sexual harassment claims

The Met Police say there is not enough evidence for a criminal investigation.

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Does Social Media Make Teens Unhappy? It May Depend on Their Age.


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Teenage social media use linked to less life-satisfaction for some

Survey suggests teenagers may be more vulnerable to social media at particular ages, with heavy use a risk.

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Biden Aims to Boost Military and Social Spending in 2023 Budget


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Sunday, 27 March 2022

The Victims of Scammers Aren’t Stupid. They’re Human.


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Canada pledges to help countries stop using Russian oil

Canada says its can provide more oil, gas and uranium to help solve the global energy crisis.

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This Is What It’s Like to Witness a Nuclear Explosion


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The Sunday Read: ‘Nurses Have Finally Learned What They’re Worth’


By BY LAUREN HILGERS, JOHN WOO, AARON ESPOSITO, JACK D’ISIDORO, MARION LOZANO AND ZACHARY MOUTON from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/tzGwrPD

What Africa Needs to Fight Covid Now


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Bethnal Green: Murder arrest over stabbed mother-of-two

Yasmin Begum, 40, was stabbed multiple times while her children were at school.

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Saturday, 26 March 2022

A Young Parisian Chef with a Theatrical Flair


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Tracking the Ukrainian counter-attacks in maps

Russia says it is focusing on taking full control of the east of Ukraine as counter-attacks push its troops back in several areas of the country.

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Black man 'not dressed for climate' searched by Met police

Officers are heard in footage saying it was "odd" the man was wearing a coat in warm weather.

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Man and woman die in Nottingham house fire

Police say the terraced house was "severely damaged", with adjoining properties evacuated.

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Friday, 25 March 2022

‘P&O Ferries weren’t just jobs - they were our homes’

Former P&O employee John, who was made redundant suddenly, explains his anger with the operator.

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Defiant Ukrainian troops tell Russians: 'Go home while you're still alive'

Quentin Sommerville and cameraman Darren Conway have spent time with two fighters since the very start.

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Queen's delight as teapot factory comes to her

She was originally meant to visit the Staffordshire firm - but it arranged to bring its wares to Windsor.

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Thursday, 24 March 2022

P&O boss Peter Hebblethwaite asked if he is a 'shameless criminal'

P&O Ferries chief executive Peter Hebblethwaite issues a "late apology" after the on-the-spot sacking of 800 staff.

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Prince Harry: Parts of legal case to be kept secret, court says

The Duke of Sussex is challenging the government's decision to refuse him police security during visits.

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What’s in North Korea’s weapons arsenal?


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Rachel Zegler: West Side Story actress gets Oscars invitation after outcry

Rachel Zegler plays Maria in the new West Side Story, which has seven Academy Award nominations.

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Wednesday, 23 March 2022

George Montague: Tributes to 'oldest gay' campaigner after death at 98

Pride director Paul Kemp said George Montague was "a lovely spirit" who "died a happy man".

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A cellist plays Bach in the ruined streets of his hometown.


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From the Border, the Whitney Biennial Asks What American Art Can Be


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War in Ukraine: 'Pets are getting left at train stations'

A photographer from the UK travels to western Ukraine to rescue pets displaced by war.

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My Artist Ghost


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'I was shocked to find out I now have four kidneys'

Transplant patient Stuart Middleton has both his kidneys - along with two he received from donors.

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Tuesday, 22 March 2022

Cherry West: From schoolboy Sam to drag teen

Sam Carlin, 15, found his passion for drag while on a family holiday in Lanzarote five years ago.

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At ‘Grief Camp,’ Kids Learn to Process Loss Together


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'What a goal!' Young goalkeeper scores amazing long-range winner

A video of Charlie Clarke scoring from inside his own half is watched more than a million times.

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Russia Navalny: Jailed opposition leader found guilty in trial branded 'sham'

Alexei Navalny, already in a Russian penal colony, could now be transferred to a top security jail.

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Monday, 21 March 2022

Por qué ómicron es tan mortífera en Hong Kong


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Could the U.S. See Another Covid Wave?


By BY SABRINA TAVERNISE, RACHELLE BONJA, KAITLIN ROBERTS, MICHAEL SIMON JOHNSON, MARC GEORGES, LISA CHOW, DAN POWELL, MARION LOZANO, COREY SCHREPPEL AND CHRIS WOOD from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/17u5Do4

China Eastern has not had a deadly crash in 18 years.


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Free-range eggs no longer available in UK due to bird flu

The amount of time hens have been kept indoors due to bird flu means eggs will now be labelled "barn eggs".

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How Much Do You Know About Bahrain?


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War in Ukraine: Protesters in Kherson appear to make Russian tank drive backwards

Footage shows civilians protesting against Russian occupation in Kherson on Sunday.

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Sunday, 20 March 2022

LeBron James becomes second all-time leading scorer but Los Angeles Lakers lose to Washington Wizards

LeBron James passes Karl Malone to become the NBA's second all-time leading scorer, despite the Los Angeles Lakers' loss to the Washington Wizards.

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Por un horario flexible de trabajo


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I will help with costs where I can, says Rishi Sunak

The chancellor says he will "stand by" people, as he faces pressure to act on rising living costs.

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The Russia I Know Is Being Erased. What’s Coming Next Is Darker.


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Ukraine conflict: Emotional reunion of Ukrainian sisters at UK airport

Iryna has been waiting anxiously to find out if her sister Olya and her family would make it to the UK.

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Saturday, 19 March 2022

Ukraine: Fire engine convoy leaves UK with vital supplies for firefighters

The 22 vehicles containing equipment offered from across the UK will reach Poland in three days.

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The Battle for Kyiv Looms as a Long and Bloody Conflict


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Russians board International Space Station in Ukrainian colours

Three cosmonauts ditch the standard-issue Russian uniforms in an apparent show of solidarity.

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Need a Covid Test? Here’s One, and Take Another.


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William and Kate setting off on Caribbean tour to mark jubilee

One of their first visits in Belize is cancelled after it was reportedly opposed by local residents.

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Friday, 18 March 2022

How Oni and Uché Blackstock, Doctors, Spend Their Sundays


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Max Verstappen: 'A mistake or crash can happen in a blink'

Max Verstappen tells Newsbeat about retaining his title and not feeling the pressure to change.

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Can Scent Be Democratized?


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Sarah Everard: Killer Wayne Couzens charged with four counts of indecent exposure

The alleged offences are said to have taken place when Wayne Couzens was still serving Met officer.

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The Secret Is Out on This ‘Bridgerton’ Star


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Thursday, 17 March 2022

¿Cómo saber si una prueba de covid sirve de verdad?


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Four Paths Forward in Ukraine


By BY MICHAEL BARBARO, ASTHAA CHATURVEDI, MICHAEL SIMON JOHNSON, STELLA TAN, PATRICIA WILLENS, M.J. DAVIS LIN, DAN POWELL, ELISHEBA ITTOOP AND CHRIS WOOD from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/lYEH52A

El miedo a la pandemia cede paso a la fiebre por los refugios antibombas


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P&O cancels services and tells ships to stay in port

Cross-Channel ferry operator cancels sailings ahead of company announcement, but says it isn't going bust

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Ocado sales hit as workers return to the office

The online grocer says its sales have fallen in recent months as people revert to pre-pandemic habits.

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Rethink over crackdown on MPs' second jobs

Boris Johnson's call to limit the hours MPs spend on outside work is not practical, a minister says.

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UK to introduce Online Safety Bill

Under its rules, social networks could be fined or blocked if they fail to remove harmful content.

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Ukraine claims to shoot down 10 Russian rockets and planes over Kyiv.


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Wednesday, 16 March 2022

Lighter started Paisley fire that killed three children

Investigators found that the blaze in Paisley in June 2020 began when bedding was set on fire.

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War in Ukraine: Surrogate babies wait for parents in Kyiv bomb shelter

At least 21 infants born through surrogacy are left in limbo because of the war in Ukraine.

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Weekly Accessible Learning Activities: Cellular Meat, Emotional Intelligence, Palau


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Tuesday, 15 March 2022

Couple injured in Alton Towers Smiler crash to marry

Leah Washington and Joe Pugh overcame severe injuries and continued dating after their recoveries.

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At Home With Jerry Zaks


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Lord Young barred from debate after falling asleep in Parliament

A Labour member of the House of Lords has been told off for falling asleep in the debating chamber.

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Roman Abramovich: Sanctions restrict rent payments to Crown Estate

Companies that manage the Russian's assets own a mansion on land belonging to the British monarch.

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Monday, 14 March 2022

Cost of living: Food boss says prices could rise by up to 15%

The boss of food firm 2 Sisters warns prices will jump as a result of the war in Ukraine.

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Inflation: Sports bras in, doughnuts out of cost of living measure

Pet collars and frozen Yorkshire puddings are other goods now used to measure changes in the cost of living.

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Serial Killers, Bank Robbers and H.M.S. Bounty Mutineers


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Rolling Stones announce first UK dates since Charlie Watts' death

The band will play in Liverpool and London as part of their 60th anniversary European tour.

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Sunday, 13 March 2022

Irbil attack: Missiles from Iran hit northern Iraqi city, US says

The missiles damaged buildings near the US consulate in Irbil, but no casualties have been reported.

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Russia’s air assault on a Ukrainian base brings the war closer to the Polish border.


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Ukraine: Ireland's 'priority is humanitarian' as it takes 5,500 refugees

'Ireland has never experienced anything on this scale before', says Taoiseach Micheál Martin.

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Missiles Fired From Iran Hit Near U.S. Consulate Site in Iraq


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