Newly unveiled bright frescos are believed to show the food that was available in the Roman city.
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Saturday, December 26, 2020
Nashville explosion: Businesses and celebrities pledge $315,000 reward
Three people were injured when a camper van exploded in the city centre early on Christmas Day
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Chinese economy to overtake US 'by 2028' due to Covid
A UK-based think tank says the pandemic has caused economic momentum to shift further in favour of Asia.
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Chinese economy to overtake US 'by 2028' due to Covid
An influential think-tank says the pandemic has caused economic momentum to shift in favour of Asia.
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South Africa raise fists before cricket match
South Africa express their "ongoing commitment" to supporting the Black Lives Matter movement as players raise their fists before the first Test against Sri Lanka.
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Coronavirus: More cases of new Covid variant found in Europe
Spain confirms cases linked to the UK hours after France, as fears grow of the new variant's spread.
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Several injured after shooting in Berlin
Heavily armed police have been sent to the scene in the Kreuzberg district of the German capital.
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George Blake: Soviet Cold War spy and former MI6 officer dies in Russia
Blake was one of the Cold War's most notorious double agents and betrayed dozens of MI6 personnel.
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737 Max: Air Canada flight in unscheduled landing after engine issue
The plane with three crew landed safely after rerouting on a flight from the US to Canada.
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UN peacekeepers killed in Central African Republic on eve of election
The UN said three peacekeepers died in two separate attacks, as rebel and government forces clash.
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What a pandemic Christmas looked like around the world
From masked mass to a socially distanced beach party, here's how Christmas looked in 2020.
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Letter from Africa: Somalia's Christmas birthdays and lost memories
A former refugee considers the importance of memory for those who lose everything in the chaos of war.
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Business review of 2020: Covid-19 and Trump
2020 saw countries grapple with coronavirus, balancing both public health and economic concerns.
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Business review of 2020: Covid-19 and Trump
2020 saw countries grapple with coronavirus, balancing both public health and economic concerns.
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The family with no fingerprints
A family in Bangladesh struggles with an extremely rare genetic condition, "immigration delay disease".
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What a pandemic Christmas looked like around the world
From masked mass to a socially distanced beach party, here's how Christmas looked in 2020.
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Friday, December 25, 2020
Nashville hit by deliberate explosion, police in Tennessee say
Three people have been taken to hospital after the blast on Christmas morning, police say.
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Boko Haram kill villagers in Christmas Eve attack
The Islamist group also burnt down the church in the Christian village in northeast Nigeria.
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Covid: Millions of Americans face unemployment benefits lapse
Critical payments to 14 million people could stop from Saturday in a standoff over a stimulus bill.
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Russian historian jailed for dismembering partner
Oleg Sokolov, an expert on Napoleon, was sentenced to 12 and a half years in prison.
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Australian expeditioner evacuated from Antarctica in five-day mission
Australia, China and the US work together to medically evacuate the expeditioner.
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Rags to riches for cat rescued by waste worker
A waste disposal worker rescues a cat from imminent death while sorting through rubbish at a plant in Russia.
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Pope urges coronavirus vaccine access for all
"We cannot erect walls" to its availability, he says, in his first online Christmas Day message.
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Alexei Navalny ally Lyubov Sobol 'held after raid'
Lyubov Sobol had earlier turned up at the home of an agent Alexei Navalny says helped poison him.
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Notre-Dame: Choir sings inside cathedral for first time since fire
Singers perform inside the Paris cathedral for the first time since the April 2019 fire.
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Ivry Gitlis: Celebrated Israeli virtuoso violinist dies at 98
Described as one of the modern greats of classical music, he was a hugely charismatic figure.
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Brexit: EU diplomats to get trade deal briefing
MPs are waiting to see the full text of the agreement ahead of a vote in Parliament on 30 December.
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Michael Jackson: Neverland Ranch 'sold to billionaire for $22m'
Billionaire Ron Burkle reportedly buys the estate for a quarter of its initial asking price.
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Christmas: The mail order pioneer who started a billion-pound industry
How a 19th Century draper "set up a company similar to Amazon" and created a billion pound industry.
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Covid: Mexico, Chile and Costa Rica begin mass vaccination
Mexico, Chile and Costa Rica become the first countries in Latin America to begin vaccination campaigns.
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Michael Jackson: Neverland Ranch 'sold to billionaire for $22m'
Billionaire Ron Burkle reportedly buys the estate for a quarter of its initial asking price.
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Brexit: EU diplomats to get trade deal briefing
MPs are waiting to see the full text of the agreement ahead of a vote in Parliament on 30 December.
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How delivery drivers became vital in the pandemic
They made sure no-one had to leave the house but now they are taking on an even more important role.
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Georgia climbers who risk their lives for Christmas trees
In the Republic of Georgia, workers harvest the seeds of Nordmann firs for export to Europe.
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What Brexit deal means for me: Six bosses tell all
Saving thousands or anxious they need more time, six bosses explain how the Brexit deal affects them.
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The refugees feeding a nation
How did French Guiana come to rely on its Hmong citizens for food?
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In pictures: Christmas celebrations around the world
This year's services and events are being attended by far fewer people because of the Covid outbreak.
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A scene in The Pianist changed Arson Fahim's life
As a young boy, Fahim saw a piano on screen in a refugee camp. "What I saw captivated me," he said.
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Astronaut Scott Kelly: How to survive a year in space
Record-breaking astronaut Scott Kelly talks about living in space and his desire to go back.
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Thursday, December 24, 2020
'Balloon boy hoax' parents pardoned in Colorado
The couple were convicted of the hoax in 2009 after saying their son was carried away by a balloon.
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The 101-year-old veteran with thousands of Christmas cards
John received mail from around the world after speaking about the loss of his wife on BBC Breakfast
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California man 'kills fellow Covid patient with oxygen tank'
The victim, 82, was praying in his hospital bed when a patient in his room got upset, LA police say.
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Chrissy Teigen 'sad she will never be pregnant again'
The US model lost the baby she was expecting with husband John Legend earlier this year.
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Coronavirus mutes Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem
Celebrations will look very different in Jesus' birthplace this year as virus keeps visitors at bay.
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Universal Credit: 'It is embarrassing having to rely on family again'
People on Universal Credit say they worry about the end of a £20-a-week boost to the benefit.
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Brexit: UK-EU trade talks continue ahead of likely deal
Johnson and von der Leyen are likely to have another phone call after talks continued overnight.
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Pete Evans: Facebook removes celebrity chef's page over conspiracies
Australian celebrity chef Pete Evans has been criticised for spreading misinformation to his followers.
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Alibaba being investigated by China over monopoly tactics
The Chinese tech giant is face a probe by regulators into locking merchants into its platform.
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Saumitra Khan: India MP threatens to divorce wife who switched party
Indian MP Saumitra Khan sent a divorce notice to wife Sujata Mondal Khan after she joined a rival party.
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Coronavirus: New York City orders international visitors to quarantine
Foreign travellers who break the new rules will be fined $1,000 a day, as cases surge across the US.
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Airline fires pilot blamed for Taiwan's first Covid case in months
A contact of the pilot tested positive, leading to the first local case since April.
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NBA game off as Covid depletes Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets' season opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder has been postponed because the Rockets are unable to field enough players.
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Asian markets push higher on hopes of Brexit deal
The pound and Asian markets made gains ahead of a possible trade deal on Thursday between the UK and EU.
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Alibaba being investigated by China over monopoly tactics
The Chinese tech giant is face a probe by regulators into locking merchants into its platform.
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EU to allow post-Brexit UK farm produce exports
While this is a "critical step forward" seed potatoes are not included due to EU regulatory fears.
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Five families, five Christmases: A festive season like no other around Europe
Families in five countries explain how their plans have changed and how they're staying upbeat.
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Oscars 2021: What can we expect for the ceremony?
The film industry is hoping it will be high-profile rather than low-key after such a tough year.
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Muslim-Canadian's 'first Christmas' goes viral
As a Christmas first-timer, Mohammad Hussain shared his unique perspective on the holiday on Twitter.
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India farmer protests: How rural incomes have struggled to keep up
Protests are continuing in India over new laws which farmers say will damage their livelihoods.
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EU to allow post-Brexit UK farm produce exports
While this is a "critical step forward" seed potatoes are not included due to EU regulatory fears.
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Trump pardons former advisers Manafort and Stone
Paul Manafort, Roger Stone and the father of Trump's son-in-law benefit from the latest presidential pardons.
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Banjo Paterson: 120-year-old chocolate found in Australian poet's belongings
Remarkably well-preserved chocolate - found in Australia - gives a fascinating glimpse into history.
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Wednesday, December 23, 2020
Macron's dog Nemo in video plea to be kind to pets
The French president's pooch sends the Christmas message "adopt with awareness!"
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Covid-19: 'Losing Christmas is irreparable damage'
Foppolo ski resort in the Italian Alps is shut and will miss the all-important Christmas ski season.
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Hong Kong pro-democracy media mogul Jimmy Lai granted bail
The founder of Apple Daily, a fierce critic of the Chinese authorities, faces strict house arrest.
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Whitbread: Premier Inn owner asks landlords for rent cut
Trading at Whitbread, which also owns the Beefeater chain, has been hit by pandemic restrictions.
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Gunman kills three police officers in France
The officers had been called to a small village to investigate a domestic incident.
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Shopify stores riddled with fakes and fraudsters
E-commerce authentication service Fakespot says 21% of Shopify stores pose a risk to customers.
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Argentina blackout: Buenos Aires hit by huge power cut
Much of the Argentine capital is left without electricity after fire breaks out near a substation.
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Macau gambles on tech for its Covid-19 recovery
The gaming hotspot has been hit hard by travel bans as its economy is heavily reliant on gambling.
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Elon Musk says Apple's boss snubbed takeover deal
Tesla's founder claims Apple CEO Tim Cook refused talks during the car company's "darkest days".
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Elon Musk says Apple's boss snubbed takeover deal
Tesla's founder claims Apple CEO Tim Cook refused talks during the car company's "darkest days".
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Trump urges Congress to amend 'wasteful' coronavirus aid bill
He asks lawmakers to "remove wasteful and unnecessary items", adding the package "really is a disgrace".
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Messi breaks Pelé scoring record
Lionel Messi scores his 644th goal for Barcelona during his side's win over Real Valladolid to break Pele's record of the most goals for one club.
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Trump pardons two convicted by Russia investigation
Ex-campaign aide George Papadopoulos is among 15 people to benefit from a wave of clemency orders.
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The Nigerian blogger scouring the past to inform the future
How a young man's passion for history may help future generations of Nigerians.
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Redundancy plans fall after furlough extension
36,700 redundancies were planned in Britain in November, the lowest figure since March
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How dependent is the UK on the EU for food?
France's ban on freight from Britain has caused havoc for lorry drivers, but how much will it affect shoppers?
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Tech trends in 2021: Fast planes and homeworking
From a potentially record-breaking electric plane, to new homeworking tech, what to watch out for in 2021.
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Dr Deborah Birx: White House virus expert quits over holiday travel
Dr Deborah Birx says the criticism she has faced for a family get-together is "very difficult".
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Covid-19: The Philippines and its lockdown baby boom
The Philippines is preparing for a surge in births which will overwhelm its already creaking systems.
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The pioneering lawyer who fought for women’s suffrage in India
Mithan Lam left an indelible stamp on the struggle for gender equality in India.
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Covid-19: 'Losing Christmas is irreparable damage'
Foppolo ski resort in the Italian Alps is shut and will miss the all-important Christmas ski season.
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Rohingya refugees' perilous journey in search of safety
More than 200 Rohingya refugees are believed to have died or gone missing at sea in 2020.
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Talking Movies: How documentary films flourished in 2020
Audiences embraced a wave of non-fiction films including several on the coronavirus pandemic.
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Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Are forest fires unlocking radiation in Chernobyl?
Ukraine's firefighters expose dangerous conditions tackling fires in Chernobyl's exclusion zone.
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Thai man revives baby elephant with CPR after motorbike accident
The elephant had been hit by a motorbike - but luckily, an off-duty rescue worker came across it.
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Paul Whelan: 'Grim life' of US prisoner in Russian labour camp
Paul Whelan was convicted as an American spy earlier this year and sentenced to 16 years in prison.
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UK borrowing hits highest November level on record
The government borrowed £31.6bn last month as it continued to support the economy during the pandemic.
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Covid-19: UK and France aim to restart freight as queues grow
Hundreds of lorries are held up in Kent as politicians thrash out a plan to reopen the border.
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US blacklists companies with possible military ties
The move is part of a wider push to increase pressure on China before Donald Trump leaves office.
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Trump orders new federal buildings must be 'beautiful'
An executive order says new federal buildings should be in the Greco-Roman classical style.
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Sydney Covid cases drop amid record testing
Australia's largest city has recorded its fewest number of new coronavirus cases in several days.
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West Point faces worst cheating scandal in decades
Dozens of cadets at the top US military academy cheated on an online maths test, officials say.
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Leyla Güven: Turkey sentences Kurdish politician to 22 years in prison
Leyla Güven, an ex-MP for the opposition HDP party, is convicted of membership of a terrorist group.
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Lorna Jane: Activewear brand in court for 'anti-virus' claims
Australian women's sportswear firm Lorna Jane said its clothes could stop the spread of Covid-19.
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NZ killer of British backpacker guilty of more attacks
Grace Millane's killer can now be named after he was convicted of sex attacks on two more women.
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SLS: Crucial test for Nasa's 'mega-rocket'
Part of a giant rocket that will send humans back to the Moon has undergone a critical test.
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Will pregnant women receive the Covid-19 vaccine? It depends
Without pregnant women in trials for the jab, countries are taking different approaches.
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1,000 lost on one boat - this woman hopes to name them
An Italian pathologist is trying to identify the migrants on a boat that sank in the Mediterranean in 2015.
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Covid: Thanksgiving the cause of a spike in US infections?
Family reunions over the holiday period brought people together, but did they spread coronavirus?
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Tanzania 'using Twitter's copyright policy to silence activists'
The guidance meant to deal with rights infringements is being deployed to muzzle critics.
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Bats, roadblocks and the origins of coronavirus
The BBC came across roadblocks and checkpoints as they tried to report on a decade-long project into viruses that bats carry.
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How a young girl's fairy house sparked a magical friendship
When four-year-old Eliana created a fairy house at the start of the pandemic, she soon began finding notes and gifts from a fairy named Sapphire.
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UK government 'likely to miss' broadband and 5G targets
More must be done if the UK is to be future-proofed rather than playing catch-up, say MPs.
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Life on the road for truckers amid ports chaos
The French ban on hauliers travelling from the UK has added to disruption in ports such as Dover.
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Offices share £481m rebate after interim business rates ruling
An interim ruling is set to cut business rates for offices after they lay empty during the pandemic.
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'Yes, people have Zoom fatigue but it's not our fault'
Zoom director Aparna Bawa says video conferencing can tire people out, but her firm isn't to blame.
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Monday, December 21, 2020
Kyle Rittenhouse: YouTube struggles with hero worship
Kyle Rittenhouse, awaiting trial for killing two protesters, is a hero on parts of YouTube.
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Supermarkets try to calm food shortage fears amid border chaos
But Sainsbury's could see "gaps" in supply if the French ban on hauliers travelling from the UK continues.
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Rwanda bolsters force in CAR as rebels 'held back'
It has deployed what it calls a "protection force" after its peacekeepers there came under attack.
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Refunds pledge for scrapped Christmas travel plans
All cancelled rail or coach journeys over Christmas in England will be refunded, the government says.
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Christmas star: Planets set to align in the night sky
Jupiter and Saturn - the Solar System's largest planets - are set to cross paths in the night sky.
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Covid-19: Couple holds 10,000 people drive-thru wedding in Malaysia
It took three hours for all guests to exchange a wave and smile with the newly-weds in Malaysia.
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Covid: Denmark to dig up millions of mink culled over virus
The animals will be exhumed from mass graves next year to prevent pollution, the government says.
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Pound slides lower as European borders close to UK
Renewed concern over Britain's Covid-19 cases and a missed EU deadline take their toll on the currency.
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Covid: EU to discuss response to variant as travel bans on UK expand
European officials will discuss a co-ordinated travel response to a new coronavirus variant in the UK.
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Covid: Thailand tests thousands after virus outbreak in seafood market
Tens of thousands will be tested after hundreds of cases linked to Thailand's biggest seafood market.
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Covid: Australian states enforce travel bans amid Sydney outbreak
All states and territories have begun enforcing travel bans, upending Christmas plans for many people.
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European regulator says Boeing's 737 Max is safe
Executive Director Patrick Ky said his organisation had "left no stone unturned" in its review.
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'Yes, people have Zoom fatigue but it's not our fault'
Zoom director Aparna Bawa says video conferencing can tire people out, but her firm isn't to blame.
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European regulator says Boeing's 737 Max is safe
Executive Director Patrick Ky said his organisation had "left no stone unturned" in its review.
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Four ways Covid changed how we live - and shop
We couldn't go out in 2020, so we brought the world into our homes, says John Lewis's lifestyle survey.
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Covid: US reaches long awaited deal for coronavirus aid
The deal on the $900bn package comes as millions are jobless or in poverty due to the pandemic.
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Creating animal food from a greenhouse gas
Animal feed is often transported thousands of miles so scientists are looking at new production methods.
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Covid: US reaches long awaited deal for coronavirus aid
The deal on the $900bn package comes as millions are jobless or in poverty due to the pandemic.
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The Belgian 'hero' who invaded UK fishing waters
The story of Victor Depaepe, who tested fishing rights in UK waters granted by King Charles II.
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How should you talk to friends and relatives who believe conspiracy theories?
Advice from experts and those who used to believe conspiracy theories about how to avoid rows this festive season.
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Sudan-Israel deal fuels migrants' fears
Israel is supported by some Sudanese communities, yet restoring relations may not be good news from them.
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K2: 'Savage Mountain' beckons for unprecedented winter climb
Two European climbers set off this week in an attempt to scale the winter summit of K2.
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Captagon - Destroying the frontline drug
A seizure with a street value of more than $1bn (£900m) has revealed the scale of illegal drug production in Syria.
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Sunday, December 20, 2020
Ethiopia explosion: 'Abandoned' bomb kills three in Addis Ababa
All those who died in the Addis Ababa blast were homeless, police say, and five others were wounded.
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François Bozizé: CAR former president denies 'attempted coup'
François Bozizé's spokesman denies the government's claim that he is marching on the capital.
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Covid: Tui cancels flights out of Luton Airport
The holiday firm says Luton is now in tier four, but flights will continue from Stansted and Gatwick.
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Covid: Italy, Belgium and Netherlands ban flights from UK over variant
Italy is set to join the Netherlands and Belgium, with other nations also considering measures.
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Nigeria kidnapping: Mahuta children rescued after gun battle
Police say vigilantes helped rescue 84 children after Nigeria's second mass kidnapping in eight days.
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Covid: Belgium and Netherlands ban flights from UK over variant
Italy is set to join the Netherlands and Belgium in suspending flights from the UK.
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Covid: Belgium and Netherlands ban flights from UK over variant
Italy is set to join the Netherlands and Belgium in suspending flights from the UK.
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'Stop-start' Covid rules cost shops £2bn a week, says industry
Retailers warn more jobs and businesses are at risk as non-essential shops are forced to close.
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Cardinal Pell says his conservative views drove public against him
The ex-Vatican treasurer was acquitted of child sexual abuse and released from prison this year.
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Covid: WHO in 'close contact' with UK over new variant
UK officials say the new variant is spreading more rapidly, but it is not believed to be more deadly.
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Joe Biden says 'no time to waste' as climate team unveiled
The US president-elect says the team will lead his "ambitious plan" to combat climate change.
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Covid: Furlough companies list should be published, MPs urge
Staff could be continuing to work as companies claim grants, the government is told.
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'We're having a sustainable Christmas'
How can you have green, yet affordable, festivities?
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Brexit: How to prepare for changes in 2021
Here are some of the things you can do to get prepared for the Brexit changes.
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Covid vaccine: 'Disappearing' needles and other rumours debunked
We examine widely shared false claims about vaccines - from "disappearing" needles to a "dead" nurse.
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'God will forgive me or not': Inside the world of a people smuggler
Noor charges Afghans thousands of dollars to travel to Europe. He claims he is getting out of the business.
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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: 'How we survived when Mekelle was shelled'
Ethiopia's prime minister says no civilians were killed in the Tigray conflict. Three witnesses say otherwise.
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Uganda election: False claims about Joe Biden and others
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BBC Middle East correspondent Yolande Knell joins the rehearsals for the festive processions.
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Spain housing: Evictions and broken promises in a pandemic
Spain's prime minister promised nobody would be evicted during the pandemic but activists say thousands have.
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Senegal's Dakar Fashion Week: The catwalk in a baobab forest
Held outside because of the pandemic, a fashion show in Senegal embraces the environmental message.
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MasterChef final is dream come true for Nepal’s Santosh Shah
Getting to the MasterChef final is like a dream for Santosh Shah, who is from a tiny village in Nepal.
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Canada 'Sixties Scoop': Indigenous survivors map out their stories
Canada's "Sixties Scoop" saw thousands of indigenous children forcibly removed from their families.
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