Friday, August 27, 2021

Afghanistan: Former Royal Marine on the chaos at Kabul airport

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A former Royal Marine, who was near to the explosions at Kabul airport, describes being caught in the chaos.

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Kabul airport attack: What do we know?

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The bombings came hours after warnings to citizens to stay away from the airport, due to an imminent threat.

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Afghanistan crisis: Who are Isis-K?

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The jihadist group - set up in 2015 - is blamed for some of the worst atrocities in recent years.

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Travel changes make little difference, says airport boss

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Charlie Cornish says the government should 'overhaul' its traffic light travel system.

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Thursday, August 26, 2021

BA in talks over short-haul Gatwick flights

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The airline confirmed it was talking with unions on plans to create a short-haul flight operation.

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Ron Jeremy: US adult film star indicted on 34 sex crime charges

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Ron Jeremy has pleaded not guilty to assault allegations from 21 women that span over two decades.

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Young Afghan mayor who fled Taliban hidden in car

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One of Afghanistan's first female mayors, Zarifa Ghafari, describes her dramatic escape to Germany.

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US judge reprimands Trump election fraud lawyers

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A US district judge accuses Sidney Powell and others of trying to undermine faith in democracy.

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New species of ancient four-legged whale discovered in Egypt

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The three-metre whale was found in Egypt and has been named after Anubis, the ancient god of death.

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Israel's Bennett seeks reset with US at first meeting with Biden

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Israeli PM hopes Joe Biden will agree to help stop Iran's nuclear programme at their first meeting.

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Nah he tweakin: What it means and why it's all over our timelines

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A row on the use of blood in celebrity-endorsed products has made those three words viral.

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Stalin-era mass grave found in Ukraine

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Thousands of people are thought to be buried at the site - one of the largest ever found in Ukraine.

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Mass brawl erupts in Armenian parliament: Third violent bout in just two days

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Security personnel were called in to remove several members after violence erupted on the parliament floor.

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Abba: Band teases major announcement ahead of new music

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The band, who have not released new music for 39 years, reveal a new project called Abba Voyage.

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Letitia Wright treated for injuries after Black Panther 2 accident

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The actress suffered injuries in a stunt rig accident on the set of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.

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Food firm in 'drastic' action amid driver shortage

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Wholesaler Country Range says it is buying smaller vans to get round the lack of HGV drivers.

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Contactless payments dominated as lockdowns eased

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Spending on cards rose inevitably rose as Covid restrictions were lifted in May, says UK Finance.

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Sports Direct owner's new boss offered potential £100m bonus

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Michael Murray, Mike Ashley's future son-in-law, must more than double the share price to get the deal.

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Wednesday, August 25, 2021

Delta Airlines imposes $200 monthly surcharge on unvaccinated staff

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The US airline also says Covid sufferers won't get sick pay unless they are double-jabbed.

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Delta Airlines imposes $200 monthly surcharge on unvaccinated staff

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The US airline also says Covid sufferers won't get sick pay unless they are double-jabbed.

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Thai police chief, known as Jo Ferrari, wanted over viral torture clip

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Widely known as "Jo Ferrari", the now-sacked officer is being sought over a drug suspect's death.

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British stamps banned from Chagos Islands in Indian Ocean

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The decision moves Mauritius a symbolic step closer to wresting UK control of the archipelago.

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Afghanistan chaos: The British families in limbo

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The stories of Britons stuck in Kabul, families in limbo and Afghans starting new lives in the UK.

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OnlyFans suspends policy change after backlash

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The platform had sparked controversy when it revealed plans to ban sex workers from its platform.

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Unite union elects Sharon Graham as first woman leader

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Sharon Graham replaces Len McCluskey, and vows to focus on workers' rights rather than Westminster politics.

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Coronavirus origins: US intelligence report 'inconclusive'

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US intelligence was tasked with looking into animal-to-human transfer or a possible lab leak.

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Biscarosse beach: Man missing after French plane makes emergency landing

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Rescue services search for a co-pilot who leapt into the sea when a light aircraft got into trouble.

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Iceland supermarket boss sounds alarm over Christmas supplies

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Richard Walker tells the BBC the lorry driver shortage is getting worse, just as retailers start Christmas planning.

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Mr Kipling maker Premier Foods offers staff hybrid working

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Premier Foods says office staff can work "wherever they work best", starting from this month.

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Nirvana sued by the baby from Nevermind's album cover

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Spencer Elden, who was photographed as a four month-old, is alleging child pornography.

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Tears on the tarmac as Afghan journalist speaks to BBC

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Wahida Faizi says she cannot stay in Afghanistan because she believes the Taliban will kill her.

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Japanese rollercoaster shut as injuries investigated

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The world's fastest-accelerating rollercoaster is closed in Japan after claims of serious injuries.

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Amigo warns of collapse as losses jump and compensation payouts rise

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The sub-prime lender Amigo sets aside £345m for compensation for mis-selling and warns it may not survive.

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EY fined £3.5m for failures over 2017 Stagecoach audit

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The Big Four accountancy firm is fined £3.5m for failures over the 2017 audit of the bus and coach company.

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Landslides kill 15 in western Venezuela after heavy rains

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Heavy rains triggered flash floods which swept through towns in the Andes causing extensive damage.

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India woman who accused MP of rape dies in self-immolation

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Her death puts the spotlight on the shameful treatment of women in India.

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Kanye West files to officially change name to Ye

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It's taken three years since the rapper first announced the change.

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Business still has time to help Afghans - AirBnB boss

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Co-founder Brian Chesky urges more firms to help after promising free lodging for 20,000 refugees.

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Charlie Watts: Jagger and Richards pay tribute to Rolling Stones bandmate

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The Rolling Stones' Mick Jagger and Keith Richards salute drummer Charlie Watts, who has died aged 80.

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Charlie Watts: The subtle magnificence of the Rolling Stones' drummer

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He wasn't flashy or prone to pyrotechnics, but Charlie Watts was the heartbeat of the Rolling Stones.

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China schools: 'Xi Jinping Thought' introduced into curriculum

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The education ministry says the guidelines will help establish Marxist belief in the country's youth.

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Tuesday, August 24, 2021

Japanese yakuza mobster sentenced to death

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Nomura Satoru denied ordering four assaults, one of which was deadly.

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Tokyo Paralympics: 2020 Games get under way with powerful opening ceremony

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The Tokyo 2020 Paralympics are officially under way after a powerful opening ceremony.

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A Kabul evacuee's tale: Dread, chaos and the Taliban

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An Indian woman tells the BBC of the on-and-off trauma of getting out of Taliban-held Afghanistan.

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Afghanistan: Secret Kabul talks between CIA and Taliban - US media

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The secret meeting came ahead of a deadline for US troops to leave Afghanistan on 31 August.

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Taliban to US: Don't encourage Afghans to leave, we need them

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Foreign countries should stop encouraging Afghans to leave their country, a Taliban spokesman says.

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Afghanistan: Credible reports of executions by Taliban says UN

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Human rights violations against Afghan women and girls have also been reported, the UN says.

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German poison probe after drinks spiked at university in Darmstadt

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Six people were taken to hospital with bluish extremities after using a science department's tea area.

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How losing his sight spurred cyclist Steve Bate to the Paralympics

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Steve Bate was told he could be blind within four years - now he's defending his Paralympic title.

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How are women in Afghanistan reacting to Taliban takeover?

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The BBC's Secunder Kermani speaks to women in Afghanistan about the Taliban takeover.

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