Thursday, December 9, 2021

Omicron: WHO concerned rich countries could hoard vaccines

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There are concerns that booster rollouts in wealthy nations could threaten supply to poorer countries.

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In pictures: Israel hands seized relics to Egypt

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The haul includes figurines of ancient queens, hieroglyphic inscriptions and burial offerings.

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Woman fined €1,200 for causing Tour de France pile-up

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The woman's cardboard sign brought down dozens of cyclists during a stage of the elite race in June.

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Covid: Manchester Airport Group calls for review of travel rules

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The owner of Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands airports is calling for urgent action.

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Farm laws: India farmers end protest after government accepts demands

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The announcement was made after hectic negotiations between farmer groups and the government.

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Sauti Sol singer Chimano hailed in Kenya for coming out as gay

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Kenyan gay rights activists welcome Sauti Sol star Chimano's decision to "no longer live a lie".

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Human remains found in car linked to 45-year-old cold case

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Tests are under way to confirm that the remains belong to missing student Kyle Wade Clinkscales.

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China warns nations will 'pay price' for Olympic boycott

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The US, UK, Australia and Canada won't be sending government representatives to the Winter Olympics.

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Parcel firms told to improve how they handle complaints

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When things go wrong customers often have problems resolving complaints, the regulator says.

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Africa needs China and the US to work together

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The US promotes democracy and China builds infrastructure but people in Africa want both.

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Epstein and Maxwell pictured at Queen's residence at Balmoral

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The image of the couple at Balmoral was shown to a US court on Wednesday.

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Covid: Pfizer says booster shot promising against Omicron

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The company says a third dose of its vaccine could improve protection against the new variant.

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Daunte Wright: Manslaughter trial of ex-police officer begins

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The former officer said she meant to use a Taser when she shot dead black motorist Daunte Wright.

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Boss says sorry for 'blundered' mass Zoom firing

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Vishal Garg says he "is deeply sorry" for sacking 900 staff in an online meeting.

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Sanna Marin: Finland's PM sorry for clubbing after Covid contact

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Sanna Marin went on a night out on Saturday, hours after her foreign minister had tested positive.

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Morocco sex for grades: Hassan I University lecturers in court

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They are charged with incitement to debauchery, gender discrimination and violence against women.

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Call centre staff being stalked and abused, says bank boss

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First Direct is one of 50 firms warning of a rise in abuse by customer in the run-up to Christmas.

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Germany's Olaf Scholz takes over from Merkel as chancellor

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Olaf Scholz is sworn in as chancellor, leading a three-party coalition after 16 years of Merkel rule.

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Evergrande: China property developer debt default fears grow

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Evergrande has not yet made payments to bond holders that were due on Monday, the BBC understands.

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Bipin Rawat: India topmost military official's helicopter crashes

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Chief of Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat was in the helicopter which crashed in southern India.

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Covid travel: Omicron hitting holiday bookings, says Tui

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

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Myanmar: Soldiers accused of shooting, burning 13 villagers

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Myanmar villagers say soldiers carried out the killings in response to an attack on a military convoy.

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Japanese billionaire blasts off to International Space Station

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Yusaku Maezawa will spend 12 days at the International Space Station before returning to Earth.

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Covishield: India vaccine maker halves production

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The Serum Institute is sitting on a stockpile of 500 million doses of Covishield, its CEO said.

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Japanese billionaire blasts off to International Space Station

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Yusaku Maezawa will spend 12 days at the International Space Station before returning to Earth.

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Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Super-rich increase their share of world's income

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A major report on wealth and inequality says 2020 saw the steepest rise in billionaires' wealth on record.

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Michael Steinhardt: US billionaire hands over antiquities worth $70m

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Michael Steinhardt is banned for life from buying such treasures following an investigation.

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Burundi prison fire kills at least 38 in Gitega

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Vice-President Prosper Bazombanza says at least 69 more people are being treated for injuries.

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Grammy Awards: Drake withdraws nominations

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

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Syria blames Israel for rare air strike on main port of Latakia

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An Iranian weapons shipment was reportedly the target of the attack on Latakia's container yard.

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Indonesia volcano: BBC reporter surrounded by houses buried in ash

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Watch Valdya Baraputri in Indonesia describe the path of destruction from Mount Semeru's eruption.

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House price growth at 15-year high, says Halifax

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However, the pace is unlikely to be maintained as household budgets are squeezed, the lender says.

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Indonesia volcano: Toll rises after Mount Semeru buries villages

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Mount Semeru has continued to be active since the major eruption on the island of Java on Sunday.

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Kenyan policeman shoots dead six people including wife

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Authorities are calling the incident a "shooting spree", in which the killer also took his own life.

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Afghanistan: Foreign Office chaotic during Kabul evacuation - whistleblower

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Thousands of pleas for help went unread and the foreign secretary lacked urgency, an ex-official says.

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2022 Beijing Winter Olympics: China criticises US diplomatic boycott

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The White House says no US diplomats will attend the games in China over human rights concerns.

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Ghislaine Maxwell 'gave schoolgirl outfit to Epstein victim'

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An accuser says the socialite suggested she dress up to serve tea to paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

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Tesco: Pre-Christmas strikes planned by 6,500 depot staff

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Trade union Usdaw said 5,000 members at nine warehouses across the country will take industrial action.

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Indonesia volcano: 'The volcano destroyed our houses - we need help'

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Watch this video to see how two survivors' lives have been impacted by Mt Semeru's eruption in Indonesia.

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US diplomats to boycott 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics

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The White House says no US diplomats will attend the games in China, over human rights concerns.

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Amid shortage, Canada taps into emergency maple syrup reserves

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The Canadian province of Quebec produces 70% of the world's maple syrup supply.

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US boss fires 900 employees over Zoom

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"Last time I did this I cried," said the head of the online mortgage lender laying off 15% of his staff.

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US boss fires 900 employees over Zoom

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"Last time I did this I cried," said the head of the online mortgage lender laying off 15% of his staff.

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Monday, December 6, 2021

Spar cyber attack hits more than 300 convenience stores

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The attack targeted a company in Lancashire which operates Spar's tills and IT systems.

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Omicron: Why is Nigeria on the travel red list?

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The UK has placed travel restrictions on arrivals from Nigeria and several other African countries - are they fair?

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Uber prices could rise 20% after UK ruling

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In a move that will affect the whole taxi industry, a judge has ruled Uber must make contracts with its customers.

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Haiti kidnappers release three more missionaries after abduction

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Three people among a group of 17 North American missionaries abducted in October are freed.

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Warnings Covid travel test prices are misleading

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The government's website to find travel tests "is not serving its purpose", an industry trade group says.

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New York's workers must all have vaccine by 27 December

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The city's mayor is introducing a vaccine mandate for all private sector employees from 27 December.

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New York's workers must all have vaccine by 27 December

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The city's mayor is introducing a vaccine mandate for all private sector employees from 27 December.

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