Why do people link hands to sing Auld Lang Syne?

New research reveals the origin of the new year tradition is connected to freemasonry.

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Southampton v Newcastle postponed, as Klopp fears for Chelsea-Liverpool

Newcastle United's Premier League game at Southampton is postponed because of the number of Covid-19 cases and injuries in the Magpies squad.

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A1(M) crash: Woman fighting for life after wrong-way crash

The woman, in her 90s, was a passenger in a VW Polo which collided with a van, police say.

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Covid-19 vaccinations: African nations miss WHO target

Most African countries are behind with their Covid vaccinations and have now missed two global targets.

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Lukaku comments 'bring noise we don't need', says Chelsea boss Tuchel

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says Romelu Lukaku's comments in an interview in which the striker said he was "not happy" with his role at the club "brings noise that we don't need".

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Most defeats, most ducks, most collapses - England's 'record-breakingly bad' year

Andy Zaltzman digs out the statistics that show how England's savage Ashes defeat caps a woeful year for Joe Root's side.

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Birmingham drug dealer who ran county lines network jailed

Aaqib Ali was the "key player" in the network supplying drugs in Birmingham and Warwickshire.

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Thailand balcony fall: Plea to bring teacher back to UK

Teacher Jill Dodds was seriously injured when a balcony gave way while she was taking a selfie.

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Alan Dershowitz: BBC says interview with Epstein ex-lawyer broke editorial standards

The BBC says Alan Dershowitz was not suitable as an impartial analyst in the Ghislaine Maxwell case.

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Great Yarmouth seal pup found heading towards traffic

The four to five-week-old had probably been spooked by a dog attack, a charity volunteer says.

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Stolen Lord of the Rings books returned to Worcester charity

The culprit is thought to have left the first editions on a shelf after a change of heart.

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Ghislaine Maxwell: Survivors speak of relief after guilty verdict

Annie Farmer, who was groomed by Ghislaine Maxwell, said the verdict was a 'tremendous relief'

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Covid-19: Calls to give NHS staff priority access to lateral flow tests

Supplies of lateral flow tests may need to be "constrained" amid rising demand, Sajid Javid says.

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Covid: Confusion over French travel rules for EU-based Brits

Two cross-channel operators say UK citizens cannot travel through France to their homes in the EU.

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Leicester striker Vardy out for up to month

Leicester City striker Jamie Vardy is set for up to a month on the sidelines after picking up a hamstring injury in the Foxes' win over Liverpool on Tuesday

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Covid: Wales' self isolation period cut from 10 days to seven

It will drop from 10 days to seven, providing people have two negative lateral flow tests.

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Putin and Lukashenko team up for ice hockey match

The Russian and Belarusian leaders both made the scoreboard in a game following talks between the countries.

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Usyk can beat 'vulnerable' Fury, says Wilder's coach

Oleksandr Usyk could beat a "vulnerable" Tyson Fury in a heavyweight undisputed fight, according to Deontay Wilder's coach Malik Scott.

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'I genuinely thought we had a good chance' - Anderson on England's Ashes defeat

England pace bowler James Anderson says he believed the side "genuinely had a good chance" of beating Australia in the Ashes.

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Liverpool bomber made device with murderous intent, coroner says

Emad Al Swealmeen was killed when his homemade bomb went off outside Liverpool Women's Hospital.

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Santander: Bank gave £130m to customers in Christmas blunder

The error meant around 75,000 people woke up on Christmas morning to a surprise payment from Santander.

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Average house price hits record high of £255,000

Typical prices leap almost £24,000 since January, making the strongest year since 2006, Nationwide says.

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Adnams brewery boss says firm lost 50% of Christmas trade

Dark months are ahead for the hospitality industry, the chief executive of Adnams says.

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Sabine Weiss: Legend of street photography dies at 97

Famed for her images of Paris street life, she was the last member of the French humanist group.

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Goalkeepers not to blame for England's football penalty curse

Goalkeepers for the England men's football team are not responsible for a perceived "penalty curse".

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Cristiano Ronaldo statue divides opinion in India

The statue of the Portuguese football star is unveiled in Goa state, a former Portuguese colony.

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Return to Hogwarts: Critics bemoan Rowling's absence in Harry Potter reunion

Return To Hogwarts, which is released on New Year's Day, has received mixed reviews.

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Westbury triplets celebrate first Christmas at home

Their parents say getting to this milestone is a "major achievement" after a difficult start to life.

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Ashes: Is this year's debacle England's worst recent Ashes performance away from home?

After England lost the Ashes inside 12 days, BBC Sport looks at their recent series defeats in Australia and asks if this is the worst one yet?

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Woakes backs Root to remain as England captain

All-rounder Chris Woakes says England captain Joe Root "absolutely" has the players' backing despite the Ashes series defeat in Australia.

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Arteta to miss Arsenal v Man City match after testing positive for Covid again

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta will miss the Premier League match against Manchester City on New Year's Day after testing positive for Covid-19.

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Novak Djokovic withdraws from ATP Cup amid Australian Open uncertainty

World number one Novak Djokovic withdraws from Serbia's ATP Cup team in Sydney amid uncertainty over his participation at the Australian Open.

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'The feelgood factor is back' - will British tennis build on 2021 success?

A stunning year for Emma Raducanu and Cameron Norrie, plus encouraging signs for Andy Murray - BBC Sport assesses British tennis in 2021.

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Covid: Enjoy new year but be cautious, care minister says

People should take a rapid test before going out for New Year's Eve, Gillian Keegan says.

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Russian court orders oldest civil rights group Memorial to shut

The Supreme Court dissolves a civil rights group formed to remember victims of Communist repression.

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Alexa tells 10-year-old girl to put penny in plug socket

Amazon has fixed its voice assistant so that it will not suggest the dangerous “challenge” again.

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Leona Peach: Police seek father of missing 12-year-old girl

Leona Peach was last seen in Newton Abbot and may have travelled to be with her dad, police say.

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Jermaine Cools: Teenager arrested over murder of boy

Jermaine Cools, 14, took himself to a south London hospital but died a short time later.

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Covid in Scotland: Record demand leads to PCR test result delays

Some families tell BBC Scotland they have waited five days for results of PCR tests taken before Christmas.

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Austria's Innsbruck airport denies 110 Britons entry over new Covid rules

Innsbruck airport in Austria refused to let in tourists caught out by updated restrictions.

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Newham death: Man charged with murdering woman

Police say 29-year-old Kirsty Louise Ashley died of blunt force trauma in Newham.

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Egyptian pharaoh's mummy digitally unwrapped for first time

CT scans allowed archaeologists to study Amenhotep I's body and learn about his death and burial.

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Paing Takhon: Myanmar celebrity gets three years in jail for mass protests

Paing Takhon, who has millions of fans, took part in protests against a military coup.

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No new Covid rules in England before new year - Javid

The health secretary's comments come as England reported a record 113,628 cases on Christmas Day.

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Confusion and empty bars under new rules in Wales

New restrictions are affecting the hospitality sector on what should be one of its busiest times.

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Leading American naturalist EO Wilson, dubbed 'Darwin's heir', dies at 92

The award-winning naturalist and conservationist earned the Darwin nickname for his life's work.

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Norfolk search and rescue team finds missing dog Juno

Volunteers are celebrating after a five-day search for Juno who is normally the one searching.

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No new Covid rules to be announced in England on Monday

The PM is being briefed on the latest Covid data in England, as the rest of the UK tightens rules.

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Scottish Covid cases hit record levels over Christmas

New figures show more than 11,000 cases were recorded in Scotland on Boxing Day.

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Premier League: Record 103 new Covid cases announced

A record 103 Premier League players and club staff tested positive for Covid in the seven days up to and including 26 December, new figures show.

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Surrey PC 'honestly shocked' to see crash car driven on M25

Surrey PC Serge Hadfield stopped the car near Cobham on Sunday after a call reporting it to police.

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Shoppers shun Christmas sales as footfall drops amid Covid fears

New data reveals a 37.2% decline in footfall compared with 2019, with central London badly affected.

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Oxford river swimmers criticise Christmas Day sewage release

Thames Water says sewage release is "sometimes necessary" to prevent flooding.

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US snowstorms: California and other western states battered

Almost 30in (76cm) of snow fell in parts of northern California and Nevada in a 24-hour period.

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Amber Heard names new dog after Australian minister embroiled in feud

The US actress names her new dog after the Australian minister who said her dogs should go home in 2015.

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Brazilian town floods after two dams collapse

People in the town of Itabuna can be seen using inflatable rafts and canoes to get from house to house.

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Jean-Marc Vallée: Canadian filmmaker dies aged 58

The director's works included Dallas Buyers Club, Wild and the TV series Big Little Lies.

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Desmond Tutu - the staunch and steadfast healer of a nation

How Desmond Tutu went from public enemy No1 to the pastor of a nation.

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Afghanistan's Taliban ban long-distance road trips for solo women

Afghanistan's rulers say a male relative must accompany women travelling more than 45 miles (72km).

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The Papers: D-Day for New Year's Covid rules, and Tutu tributes

The papers cover the debate over restrictions in England and the death of Archbishop Desmond Tutu.

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Jobari Gooden death: Murder charge over stabbing outside barbers

Jobari Gooden died after he was attacked during a fight in Peckham Rye on 17 December.

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Christmas Day TV: Nine million tune in for Queen's message

A Strictly Come Dancing special and Call the Midwife were also Christmas Day hits, figures show.

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Tottenham v Crystal Palace: Eagles boss Patrick Vieira self-isolating

Crystal Palace will be without Patrick Vieira for Sunday's match at Tottenham after the manager tested positive for coronavirus.

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Dog saved by surgery after chocolate coin feast

Staffordshire bull terrier Hugo had eaten six packets of chocolate coins - including all the foil.

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Desmond Tutu: UK tributes paid to archbishop

Tributes are paid in the UK to Archbishop Desmond Tutu after his death at the age of 90.

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In pictures: The life of Archbishop Desmond Tutu

The first black archbishop of Cape Town, South Africa, was a much-loved figure around the world.

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Queen's Christmas message pays tribute to 'beloved' Philip

The Queen remembers her late husband and how his "mischievous, inquiring twinkle" stayed "bright" to the end.

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Windsor Castle: Armed intruder arrested in castle grounds

The man was found in the grounds of Windsor Castle where the Queen is spending Christmas.

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Spain's La Palma volcano eruption declared over after three months

The Cumbre Vieja volcano in Spain's Canary Islands had been spewing lava and ash since September.

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Trump Scottish golf resorts claimed over £3m in furlough

Accounts reveal the former US president's two golf courses in Scotland made financial losses last year.

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Obituary: Ray Illingworth, former England captain, coach and administrator

Ray Illingworth was one of the leading figures in English cricket for four decades as player, captain, commentator, administrator and coach.

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Ray Illingworth - Yorkshire and England great dies

Former England captain Ray Illingworth has died at the age of 89, Yorkshire have announced.

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Kate surprises audience with piano performance

Kate appeared alongside the musician Tom Walker in a clip shown at the Westminster Abbey event.

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Pope Francis Urbi et Orbi address: World ignoring huge tragedies

In his Christmas Day speech, the Pope said "immense tragedies" were being passed over in near silence.

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Met Office confirms white Christmas as snow falls in Scotland

Snow fell overnight in Aberdeenshire, Shetland, Perthshire and the Scottish Borders.

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Chris Noth: Fourth woman accuses Sex and the City actor of assault

US singer Lisa Gentile alleges the Sex and the City actor groped her in a New York apartment in 2002.

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Tesla disables gaming while driving feature

It follows an inquiry into Passenger Play, which allowed games to be played while a car was moving.

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Premier League meeting 'a waste of time', says Spurs boss Conte

Tottenham boss Antonio Conte says Thursday's meeting between managers and the Premier League to discuss issues around the Covid-19 pandemic was like talking to a brick wall.

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Burnley-Everton called off because of Covid cases and injuries

The Premier League postpones Everton's match at Burnley on Sunday because of coronavirus cases and injuries.

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James Franco accusers call him 'completely insensitive' after interview

Oscar-nominated actor James Franco recently admitted having sex with students at his drama school.

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Woolworths 1920s Christmas nativity scene still going strong

The decoration has been part of a Norfolk family's Christmas for almost 100 years.

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Christmas: Dogs perform Welsh chapel's nativity play

The Christmas story is performed by a Welsh chapel's dogs with the help of treats and tinsel.

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Covid in Wales: Festive swims off over Omicron and restrictions

The rapid spread of the new variant and Welsh Government restrictions leads to the cancellations.

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'Little donkey' on a dusty... dual carriageway

Two days before Christmas, a wandering donkey is "shepherded" away from the A46, police say.

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Liverpool-Leeds & Wolves-Watford postponed because of Covid cases

The Premier League postpones Liverpool's game against Leeds United and the match between Wolves and Watford because of coronavirus.

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James Franco admits sleeping with students from his acting school

The actor spoke at length about allegations of sexual misconduct made against him in 2018.

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England name much-changed squad for West Indies T20 tour

England captain Eoin Morgan will lead a much-changed 16-man squad during January's five-match Twenty20 tour of the West Indies.

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Julie Morris: Wigan deputy head teacher jailed for raping girl

Julie Morris and her partner had a "horrendous sexual interest in children", prosecutors say.

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Louise Minchin: Stalker Carl Davies jailed more than two years

Carl Davies admitted sending intimidating comments to presenter Louise Minchin and her daughter Mia.

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Celebrity MasterChef: Channel 5 News apologises for revealing winner

The broadcaster announced the winner's name early during one of its news bulletins.

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Jacob Rees-Mogg cleared of breaking MP rules over loans

The senior minister says he is grateful to the standards commissioner for rejecting a complaint.

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LadBaby, Ed Sheeran and Elton John's Christmas hit

LadBaby are going for a record fourth UK Christmas number one in a row - with help from Ed and Elton.

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Salford snake: Forklift driver finds deadly reptile in brickyard

The saw-scaled viper was rescued by the RSPCA after it survived a 4,000 mile trip from Pakistan.

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New Covid-19 rules: 'I'm not isolating at Christmas now'

An early Christmas present to some in England who now won't need to isolate with Covid-19.

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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang star Sally Ann Howes dies aged 91

The actress also appeared on Broadway in My Fair Lady and won a Tony Award for her part in Brigadoon.

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CrossCountry: Strike action set to disrupt Christmas Eve trains

A union says members voted to strike as they felt the role of guards was being undermined.

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Benjamin Mendy: Man City footballer charged with another rape

Footballer Benjamin Mendy is now facing seven counts of rape and one count of sexual assault.

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Wightlink ferry crewman takes passenger 270 miles to party

Mark Mitchell makes a 500-mile round trip to get Hilary Spinks to her "Turkey and Tinsel" holiday.

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Hundreds of trains cancelled as Covid hits railways

Christmas journeys are at risk as train operators prepare for more disruption.

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Gary Walker: Ex-police officer's 2004 murder conviction overturned

Gary Walker spent 17 years in prison after he was convicted of the murder of Audra Bancroft in 2004.

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Sir David Amess: Ali Harbi Ali pleads not guilty to murdering MP

Sir David Amess, an MP since 1983, was stabbed while holding a constituency surgery in Essex in October.

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Covid: Scotland considering whether to cancel major events

New restrictions on events such as Hogmanay street parties, concerts and major sporting fixtures could be announced.

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Princess Haya: The princess, the sheikh and the £550m divorce settlement

A UK court publishes a ruling in the divorce case of Sheikh Mohammed and his ex-wife Princess Haya.

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Big Ben will bong again to see in the new year

The Elizabeth Tower, which houses the bell and famous clock, has undergone four years of repairs.

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Christmas restrictions: 'I don't have a turkey in the fridge'

With just four days until Christmas, people are wondering if new restrictions will be brought in.

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Alt-J's Thom Sonny Green: From shielding to getting back on tour

Thom Sonny Green says the risk of catching Covid is worth it to get back on stage.

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Covid: PM says he will not hesitate to go further on Covid rules

Ministers will rule nothing out as Omicron cases continue to surge ahead of Christmas, the PM says.

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Premier League: Clubs to fulfil fixture list despite Covid-19 disruption

Premier League clubs meet and decide to keep all fixtures in place over the festive period despite ongoing Covid-19 disruption.

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Sir Richard Sutton: Partner's son gets life sentence for murder

Thomas Schreiber was sentenced to at least 36 years in prison for the "ferocious" knife attack.

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Brighton: Council accused of 'dumping' homeless in neighbouring towns

Brighton's council is accused of placing vulnerable people in unsuitable housing away from the city.

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Prosecutors call Ghislaine Maxwell 'sophisticated predator' in closing arguments

Prosecutors say Ms Maxwell was a "sophisticated predator" of vulnerable children. She denies all charges.

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Covid in Scotland: Omicron wave may last until February

Models suggest a peak in Scotland in late January or early February, according to Prof Jason Leitch.

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Omicron: Half of West End theatres hit by Covid cancellations at weekend

Almost 50% of London's major venues scrapped performances this weekend as Covid continues to spread.

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Paul Marsh jailed for killing Jessica Dalgleish after she refused to eat lunch

A court hears Paul Marsh inflicted catastrophic injuries on his girlfriend's disabled daughter.

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Hobnobs maker warns biscuit prices set to soar

McVities, which also makes Jaffa Cakes and Penguins, is facing higher ingredient and labour costs.

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Laura Kuenssberg to step down as BBC's political editor

After seven years in the post, the journalist will now take on other roles within the BBC.

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Harry Miller: Legal victory after alleged 'transphobic tweets'

A national police policy had a "chilling effect" on freedom of speech, the Court of Appeal rules.

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In pictures: Mountain summits 'float' above the clouds

A weather phenomenon called a temperature inversion leads to some striking images on Scotland's hills.

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Lord Frost: I didn't support PM's coercive Covid plan

The former Brexit minister insists his resignation was about policy, not Boris Johnson's leadership.

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Strictly: Rose Ayling-Ellis on her historic Strictly win

Watch the first interview the actor and her dance partner Giovanni Pernice gave after their victory.

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The Ashes: Australia beat England in second Test despite Jos Buttler resistance

Australia complete a 275-run victory over England in the final session of the second Ashes Test to take a 2-0 lead in the series.

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Dorries ousted from WhatsApp group for praising PM

The culture secretary was kicked out after calling on MPs to show "a bit of loyalty" to Boris Johnson.

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Bermuda police confirm stabbing of city footballer

Osagi Bascome, who played for Bristol City under-23s, died after suffering multiple stab wounds.

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Piers Corbyn arrested over video calling for arson

It appears to show him calling for direct action against MPs who support Covid restrictions.

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Hibernian 1-2 Celtic: Kyogo Furuhashi inspires Celtic to League Cup win

The returning Kyogo Furuhashi inspired Celtic to a Scottish League Cup final victory over manager-less Hibernian as they clinched their first trophy under boss Ange Postecoglou.

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Car crashes through Sainsbury's supermarket window

A red Audi is left among food aisles after careering into a branch of Sainsbury's.

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The Ashes: England facing second Test defeat after Joe Root falls in final over of day four

England are four wickets down, needing to bat out the final day for a draw in Adelaide having been set a nominal 468 to win.

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Strictly 2021: The best bits as Rose Ayling-Ellis wins Saturday's final

Deaf actor Rose Ayling-Ellis and former Bake Off winner John Whaite fought for the famous Glitterball trophy.

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Eel-powered Christmas lights and a Messi mural - stories you may have missed

Copenhagen's 700 festive kayaks and some of the stories you might have missed this week.

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Pioneering architect Rogers designed some of world's most iconic buildings

Pioneering, sometimes controversial architect who designed some of the world's most iconic buildings.

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The Andrew Marr show: Moments that made it

After he presents his final show, watch the moments Marr grilled some of the world's leaders.

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NFL Highlights: Jonathan Taylor scores 67-yard touchdown as Indianapolis Colts beat New England Patriots

Watch Jonathan Taylor score a late 67-yard touchdown late for the Indianapolis Colts to crush any hopes of a comeback from the New England Patriots.

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Covid-19: More than 10,000 new Omicron cases found in UK

A major incident has been declared in London after it saw a record jump in Covid cases on Friday.

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Sutton house fire: Woman held after twin brothers killed bailed

The 27-year-old had been arrested on suspicion of child neglect following the fatal fire in Sutton.

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Ghislaine Maxwell defence rests as she calls case 'unproven'

The defence struggled to produce witnesses on Friday and only nine out of a proposed 35 testified.

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Aston Villa v Burnley postponed after Villa record 'increased amount' of positive Covid-19 cases

Aston Villa's match with Burnley is postponed after the Birmingham club confirmed an "increased amount of Covid-19 test results" in their squad.

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Sacked NatWest worker has customer details under her bed

A former NatWest worker claims she has repeatedly tried to return the details of 1,600 customers.

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The Ashes: Australia in control of second Test after England collapse

Watch highlights as Australia dominate England, who suffer another batting collapse, on day three of the second Ashes Test against in Adelaide.

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Super Typhoon Rai: Dozens feared dead in Philippines

Some three million people are without power after a devastating typhoon swept over the Philippines.

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England's hopes fade after another dismal collapse in Ashes

England's Ashes hopes are in a sorry mess after another dismal batting collapse on day three of the second Test against Australia.

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Downing Street parties inquiry: Opposition MPs call for independent figure to lead probe

The new civil servant appointed to lead the investigation cannot be independent, some opposition MPs say.

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The Ashes: Stuart Broad dismissed for nine as England all out for 236

Watch as England's Stuart Broad is caught by Travis Head to end the innings 237 runs behind hosts Australia during the third day of the second Ashes Test in Adelaide.

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Two teens slide to safety from fourth floor New York apartment fire

Watch this dramatic video of them escaping through a window and sliding down a pole to the ground.

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Royal Albert Hall boss notes huge drop in sales since spread of Omicron

Craig Hassall calls for "a stronger government position" to help the struggling theatre industry.

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'I've got Covid so am self-isolating alone at Christmas'

Anyone testing positive now will be self-isolating on 25 December.

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Sweden's Gavle Christmas goat torched... again

A giant straw goat that is an annual highlight in the city of Gavle is burned down by an arsonist.

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Covid: 'We're not looking forward to doing it all again'

St George's Hospital in London is bracing for another wave of Covid in the wake of the Omicron variant.

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North Shropshire by-election: How did Tories turn off true blue voters?

Voters say the result sends a message to the PM as Lib Dems end 200 years of Tory control.

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Covid: How has Omicron changed a Christmas night out in Ipswich?

With many people opting to stay at home, what is it like for those on a night out?

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North Shropshire by-election: Has Boris Johnson lost his winning touch?

Just two years after a landslide general election victory, the PM suffers a big loss in a Tory heartland.

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George Ezra: Why I spent summer in a Christmas jumper

He shares his tips along with producer Tre Jean Marie on how to make the perfect festive track.

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Australia tighten grip on second Ashes Test against England - highlights and report

England face a huge battle to get back into the Ashes series after Australia dominate again on day two of the second Test in Adelaide.

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The Ashes: Michael Neser removes Haseeb Hameed with second ball in Test cricket

Haseeb Hammed clips the ball straight to mid-on to give Michael Neser a wicket with his second ball in Test cricket as England struggle on day two of the second Ashes Test in Adelaide.

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The Ashes: Australia get early breakthrough as Rory Burns edges to Steve Smith

England opening batter Rory Burns falls for four as he edges the ball to Australia captain Steve Smith on day two of the second Ashes Test in Adelaide.

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Pregnant women put on UK's priority Covid vaccine list

Experts say it is vital mums-to-be get immunised to protect themselves and their unborn child.

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Covid: First UK patients given take-at-home pill

The tablet - molnupiravir - is given twice a day to high-risk patients who have caught the virus.

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M&S accuses Aldi of copying Christmas gin

The retailers are locked in a legal spat for the second time this year - this time over bottles of gin.

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TikToker Demi Skipper trades up from a hairpin to a house

Demi Skipper started with a hairpin and traded it up until she got a house.

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British or Irish reached remote islands before Vikings

People from Britain or Ireland may have reached the remote Faroe Islands before the Vikings.

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NHS Tracker: How is the NHS in your area coping this winter?

Winter and Covid are putting the NHS under severe strain, find out what's happening in your area.

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Bruce Springsteen sells his entire music catalogue for $500m

The star follows in the footsteps of Bob Dylan, Stevie Nicks and Blondie by cashing in on his songs.

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John Cleese to complain over BBC interview

The Monty Python star says he was made to look "harmful" during a discussion on cancel culture.

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Star Hobson murder: Brockhill and Smith to have sentences reviewed

The toddler's mother also has her sentence for causing or allowing her death referred.

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Strictly finalists: 'We all represent something'

The last three couples in this year's contest tell Newsbeat how they're feeling ahead of the final.

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School apology after bleak Christmas lunch photo goes viral

The festive lunch at Steynham Grammar School was compared to prison food on social media.

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Ashes: David Warner and Marnus Labuschagne grind down England on day one in Adelaide

England suffer another dispiriting day in the Ashes as David Warner and Marnus Labuschagne dominate again on day one of the second Test in Adelaide.

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Interest rates: What are they and why do they matter?

The Bank Rate is one of the main tools used to keep the economy growing steadily.

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Covid: Firms plead for help as customers cancel bookings

Businesses call for government support as consumer confidence falls amid the surge in Covid cases.

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Covid: France to drastically restrict travel from UK

Non-residents will need compelling reasons to travel, as France tries to slow the spread of Omicron.

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Lewis Hamilton gets knighthood from Prince Charles

Lewis Hamilton receives his knighthood just three days after he was denied an eighth Formula 1 drivers' title.

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Swansea grandmother breaks bauble Guinness World Record

Sylvia Pope, fondly known as Nanna Baubles, is the proud owner of 1,760 festive ornaments.

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Brown, Bellingham and Challis up for Young Sports Personality award

Sky Brown, Jude Bellingham and Ellie Challis are shortlisted for the BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year award.

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'I've made this decision for my health' - Aguero in tears as he announces retirement from football

Sergio Aguero announces his retirement from football within six months of joining Barcelona from Manchester City.

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England face New Zealand and South Africa in 'mini World Cup' in 2022 autumn Tests

England's four home matches in the 2022 Autumn Nations Series is a "mini World Cup" says Eddie Jones.

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Man Utd set to return to training after Covid outbreak among players

Manchester United's players are expected to return to training on Wednesday after a Covid-19 outbreak at the Old Trafford club.

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Premier League agrees new Covid measures to stem outbreaks at clubs

Premier League players and club staff will need to take a lateral flow test every day in order to get into training grounds as part of new measures agreed on Tuesday.

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Covid: 'Quarantine hotel fiasco has cost us £5,500'

People staying in government-approved hotels have complained of inedible food and feeling unsafe.

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Arsenal strip Aubameyang of club captaincy after 'latest disciplinary breach'

Arsenal strip Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of the club captaincy after his "latest disciplinary breach".

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Online Safety Bill: New offences and tighter rules

The next stage of the landmark Online Safety Bill recommends major changes and tougher regulation.

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Covid-19: High demand blamed for shortage of PCR appointments in England

Appointments for in-person PCR tests were temporarily unavailable across the whole of England earlier.

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Arctic heat record is like Mediterranean, says UN

The highest temperature recorded in the region last year - 38C (100F) - is officially confirmed.

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Belarusian opposition leader jailed for 18 years

Sergei Tikhanovsky, a former presidential candidate, is convicted after a trial condemned as a sham.

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Star Hobson: The short life and death of a beloved toddler

How did a toddler loved and adored by many end up dead after months of physical and emotional abuse?

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Some schools struggling to stay open as cases rise

Head teachers warn some schools are struggling to stay open due to high Covid rates.

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Covid: New social mixing guidelines likely in Scotland

The first minister is expected to give new advice on how many other people or households you should meet in a day.

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Lewis Hamilton will be back, says David Coulthard after controversial Abu Dhabi finale

Seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton is a "fantastic example" on "how to handle defeat" and is "committed" to coming back stronger next season, says ex-Formula 1 driver David Coulthard.

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Emma Raducanu tests positive for Covid-19 and withdraws from Mubadala exhibition event

Emma Raducanu hopes to "get back soon" after testing positive for Covid-19 and withdrawing from the Mubadala World Tennis Championships.

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Manchester United unsure if Brentford game 'safe' to play after Covid-19 outbreak

Manchester United are in discussions with the Premier League over whether it is "safe" for Tuesday's game at Brentford to go ahead after a Covid outbreak.

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Kentucky tornadoes: Race to find missing in flattened US towns

Search efforts continue as families await news of loved ones following Kentucky's deadly tornadoes.

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Tion Wayne and Russ Millions' Body named TikTok UK song of 2021

Tion Wayne and Russ Millions' drill track Body is a the most used track for UK creators.

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The ultra-violent cult that became a global mafia

A BBC investigation into Black Axe has unearthed new evidence of political infiltration, and a scamming and killing operation spanning the globe.

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Cabaret: Critics make song and dance over Eddie Redmayne musical

The new West End production, starring Eddie Redmayne and Jessie Buckley, opened to rave reviews.

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Tony's sorry for missing advent chocolate stunt

Tony's Chocolonely apologises for leaving an advent calendar window empty to highlight inequality.

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Kentucky tornadoes: Rebuilding lives from 'hell on Earth'

Residents in the US state are sifting through the rubble that was once a town.

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Man Utd to face PSG in Champions League with holders Chelsea playing Lille

Manchester United are drawn to face Ligue 1 leaders Paris St-Germain in the Champions League last 16, while Chelsea play Lille.

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Buy now pay later: How does it work?

It is estimated about 15 million adults of all ages in the UK are actively using this form of credit.

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Max Verstappen: Formula 1's 'bull fighter' & the family that shaped him

Max Verstappen was born to be an F1 driver - both his parents were racers. But his father effectively programmed him as one, too.

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Shadwell death: Girl, 11, dies as chemicals found in east London building

The Met Police says a number of other people in the same address reported feeling unwell.

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Petra Srncova: Man bailed as search for missing hospital worker continues

Petra Srncova's disappearance is described as "out of character" by police.

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Covid: First people in UK hospitals with Omicron variant

The variant accounts for a third of infections in London, Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi says.

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Covid: Double-vaccinated contacts in England told to take daily rapid tests

The change will mean those in close contact with the Omicron variant no longer need to self-isolate.

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Russia Ukraine: Massive consequences if Moscow invades, G7 says

Moscow is amassing troops on Ukraine's border, but President Putin insists they pose no threat.

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Anne Rice, author of Interview with the Vampire, dies aged 80

The American author was best known for her 1976 gothic novel Interview with the Vampire.

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Indian PM's Twitter hacked with bitcoin tweet

The Indian prime minister's account had a message stating that bitcoin would be distributed to citizens.

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Mexico truck crash: 'I woke up 50 metres from the truck'

A survivor of a crash that killed 54 speaks to the BBC about the people who did not survive.

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Murder charge after Kenton house stab death

Tony Nichols was found with a stab wound and died in hospital.

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Covid: Omicron study suggests major wave in January

More stringent restrictions may be needed to prevent coronavirus from overwhelming hospitals, scientists say.

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Arthur Labinjo-Hughes: Football club's tribute to young fan

Birmingham City has renamed the stadium's family zone in memory of the murdered six-year-old.

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Queues form as Banksy Colston statue trial T-shirts go on sale

The shirts were released to mark the trial of four people accused of toppling the Edward Colston statue.

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Eamonn Holmes to host his own show on GB News

The former Sky News and GMTV presenter will leave his role on ITV's This Morning.

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Downing Street flat: Standards adviser unhappy but not resigning at this stage, BBC told

Lord Geidt is facing calls to reopen an inquiry into how the prime minister paid for a flat revamp.

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Briton feared for life in Singapore otter attack

Graham George Spencer was left with more than 20 wounds after he was bitten by the animals.

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16th Century books sell for £365,000 at Exeter auction

The two books were expected to sell for between £3,000 and £5,000 at an auction in Exeter.

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Stephen Port: How Met failings contributed to the deaths of three men

A look at the failings by the Met Police, which contributed to the deaths of serial killer Stephen Port's final three victims.

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A Lost World Emerges in the Pages of a Teenager’s Diary

By BY KEN KRIMSTEIN from NYT Books

Swansea: Cinema & Co bolted shut amid Covid breach summons

Cinema & Co owner Anna Redfern receives court summons over allegedly defying closure order.

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Cash Is Out. Crypto Is In. Can We Trust What’s Happening to Money?

By BY PETER COY from NYT Opinion

We're fully booked up, says lorry driving trainer

As the government seeks to boost an HGV training scheme, a firm says the system cannot cope.

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New York City Needs to Sing (While It Can)

By BY BOB MORRIS from NYT New York

Cambo oil field development being paused

Siccar Point Energy's decision to pause the controversial comes a week after Shell pulled out.

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What Goes Up …

By BY ANDREW ROSS SORKIN, JASON KARAIAN, SARAH KESSLER, STEPHEN GANDEL, MICHAEL J. DE LA MERCED, LAUREN HIRSCH AND EPHRAT LIVNI from NYT Business

‘The Real Charlie Chaplin’ Review: Not Enough Funny Business

By BY NICOLAS RAPOLD from NYT Movies

Five Holiday Movies to Stream

By BY ELISABETH VINCENTELLI from NYT Movies

Un manual para la fiesta navideña pandémica

By BY RONDA KAYSEN from NYT en Español

‘Beijing Spring’ Review: The Politics of Aesthetics

By BY DEVIKA GIRISH from NYT Movies

HMS Queen Elizabeth returns to Portsmouth minus £100m fighter jet

The flagship is set to return to Portsmouth from its 26,000 mile maiden operational deployment.

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Here’s what data shows about vaccine supply and demand in the most vulnerable places.

By BY KEITH COLLINS AND JOSH HOLDER from NYT World

Longannet power station chimney blown up

The Fife site produced Scotland's last coal-fired energy until it ceased operation in 2016.

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A group backed by top companies is trying to combat A.I. in hiring.

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Children, Coping With Loss, Are Pandemic’s ‘Forgotten Grievers’

By BY SHERYL GAY STOLBERG from NYT U.S.

Downing Street party: Investigation could be widened, says Sajid Javid

The health secretary says other gatherings held last year could be included in an official investigation.

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Conservative Party fined over PM's Downing Street flat refurbishment

The Electoral Commission fines the party £17,800 for failing to accurately report a donation for the work.

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Boris and Carrie Johnson announce birth of girl

Boris and Carrie Johnson announce birth of healthy daughter, their second child since he became prime minister.

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NHS Tracker: How is the NHS in your area coping?

Waits for emergency care are worsening - use the BBC lookup to find out how busy your local service is.

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Standing Ready in the Aftermath of Disaster

By BY KRISTEN BAYRAKDARIAN from NYT Neediest Cases

Nick Cannon: Comedian announces death of five-month-old son Zen

The American's five-month-old son Zen died after having had a brain tumour, he said on his show.

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10 Works of Art That Evaded the Algorithm This Year

By BY JASON FARAGO from NYT Arts

Just in Time for Christmas: Knitwear Fit for a T. Rex

By BY MARIA CRAMER from NYT World

Schools Are Closing Classrooms on Fridays. Parents Are Furious.

By BY GIULIA HEYWARD from NYT U.S.

Fieldston, the Bronx: A Private City Enclave Where Rocks Are the Stars

By BY C. J. HUGHES from NYT Real Estate

Una futbolista golpeada, un divorcio y una guerra de rumores: lo que se sabe de la agresión en el PSG

By BY TARIQ PANJA from NYT en Español

Covid travel: Omicron hitting holiday bookings, says Tui

Winter bookings especially are slowing down as Omicron variant spreads, holiday giant says.

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Halo Infinite: Time to 'mix-up' the series

How some of the brains behind Halo: Infinite developed it in a fast-changing gaming landscape.

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Who Wants to Be Governor of New York?

By BY LUIS FERRÉ-SADURNÍ from NYT New York

Scientists Have a New Explanation for Mysterious Sand Spikes

By BY KATHERINE KORNEI from NYT Science

Can the Press Prevent a Trump Restoration?

By BY ROSS DOUTHAT from NYT Opinion

The Year on the Red Carpet

By BY VANESSA FRIEDMAN from NYT Style

We’re Getting Close to ‘Universal’ Vaccines. It Hasn’t Been Easy.

By BY KIM TINGLEY from NYT Magazine

The Key to Marketing to Older People? Don’t Say ‘Old.’

By BY CORINNE PURTILL from NYT Business

10 Ways I Fed My Fandom(s)

By BY MAYA PHILLIPS from NYT Theater

Trump Won’t Let America Go. Can Democrats Pry It Away?

By BY THOMAS B. EDSALL from NYT Opinion

The Best Science Fiction and Fantasy Books of 2021

By BY AMAL EL-MOHTAR from NYT Books

These Books Stand the (Silly, Messy, Topsy-Turvy) Test of Time

By BY LIZA WEISSTUCH from NYT Books

I’m an E.R. Doctor in Michigan, Where Unvaccinated People Are Filling Hospital Beds

By BY ROB DAVIDSON from NYT Opinion

What are a coronavirus’s genes made of?

By BY CARL ZIMMER from NYT Science

Four Big Questions About Omicron

By BY DAVID LEONHARDT from NYT Briefing

U.K. tightens testing rules for arriving travelers as Omicron continues to spread.

By BY AINA J. KHAN from NYT World

A New Strategy for Prosecuting School Shootings

By BY MICHAEL BARBARO, DANIEL GUILLEMETTE, SYDNEY HARPER, LUKE VANDER PLOEG, RACHEL QUESTER, PAIGE COWETT, BRAD FISHER AND CHRIS WOOD from NYT Podcasts

Novak Djokovic will play in the ATP Cup, organizers say, after weeks of uncertainty.

By BY YAN ZHUANG from NYT World

Sri Lanka’s Plunge Into Organic Farming Brings Disaster

By BY AANYA WIPULASENA AND MUJIB MASHAL from NYT World

Grammy Awards: Drake withdraws nominations

The decision has reportedly been made at the request of Drake and his management.

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Millions of Followers? For Book Sales, ‘It’s Unreliable.’

By BY ELIZABETH A. HARRIS from NYT Books

Mixed-race family suffered years of racist abuse from neighbours

A family was forced to move from their home, schools and jobs by their neighbours' harassment.

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It’s Never Too Late to Go to College and Rewrite Your Story

By BY CHRIS COLIN from NYT U.S.

Ahead of Biden’s Democracy Summit, China Says: We’re Also a Democracy

By BY KEITH BRADSHER AND STEVEN LEE MYERS from NYT World

Companies Linked to Russian Ransomware Hide in Plain Sight

By BY ANDREW E. KRAMER from NYT World

Inside Tesla as Elon Musk Pushed an Unflinching Vision for Self-Driving Cars

By BY CADE METZ AND NEAL E. BOUDETTE from NYT Technology

The Best Thrillers of 2021

By BY SARAH LYALL from NYT Books

Bearing Witness to Svalbard’s Fragile Splendor

By BY MARCUS WESTBERG from NYT Travel

‘Just Total Chaos’: Floods Bring Death and Devastation to Dairies

By BY KIRK JOHNSON from NYT U.S.

Why New York Is Unearthing a Brook It Buried a Century Ago

By BY WINNIE HU AND JAMES THOMAS from NYT New York

Union loses legal challenge to PM's decision to back Priti Patel

Boris Johnson kept his home secretary in place, saying she had not broken ministerial rules.

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Yasmin Evans to leave BBC Radio 1Xtra on Christmas Eve

The 1Xtra DJ will be leaving after nine years at the network.

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The Pandemic Has Your Blood Pressure Rising? You’re Not Alone.

By BY RONI CARYN RABIN from NYT Health

New York Religious Schools Face a Vaccine Mandate. Will They Fight It?

By BY EMMA G. FITZSIMMONS, LIAM STACK AND JEFFERY C. MAYS from NYT New York

What Does the U.S. Owe Separated Families? A Political Quandary Deepens

By BY JEREMY W. PETERS AND MIRIAM JORDAN from NYT U.S.

A Glimmer of Justice in Death Penalty States

By BY MARGARET RENKL from NYT Opinion

El metaverso viene en camino y el mundo no está preparado

By BY ZOE WEINBERG from NYT en Español

An Apartment in the Big City, at Wisconsin Prices

By BY MARIAN BULL from NYT Real Estate

Matt Hancock: Breaking Covid guidance 'failure of leadership'

The former health secretary Matt Hancock tells the BBC he is "sorry for all the people I let down".

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Joni Mitchell and Bette Midler pick up Kennedy Center Honors

The legendary Canadian singer makes a rare public appearance at a ceremony hosted by Joe Biden.

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We Are Not Going to Run Out of Hypocrisy Anytime Soon

By BY GAIL COLLINS AND BRET STEPHENS from NYT Opinion