Monday 31 January 2022

Prince Andrew: US judge seeks statement from former assistant

The request to London's High Court relates to the civil sexual assault case against the prince.

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The Agriculture Department aims to ease port congestion by adding capacity.


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Anne Frank's betrayal: Dutch publisher apologises for book

The book identifies a person who may have betrayed Anne Frank and her family to the Nazis.

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Anne Frank's betrayal: Dutch publisher apologises for book

The book identifies a person who may have betrayed Anne Frank and her family to the Nazis.

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Spotify’s Joe Rogan Problem Isn’t Going Away


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Sunday 30 January 2022

Rosie Duffield: MP considers leaving Labour over 'obsessive harassment'

Rosie Duffield says the "rubbish" has been going on for years and nothing has been done to stop it.

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Everton: Frank Lampard agrees to become manager

Frank Lampard finalises a two-and-a-half-year deal as Everton's new manager and is putting his backroom staff in place and working on new signings.

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What to Cook This Week


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Mason Greenwood: Man Utd player arrested over rape claim

Greater Manchester Police says a man in his 20s is being held following allegations on social media.

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Bloody Sunday: 'I still miss my father, 50 years on'

Relatives of those killed in Londonderry have gathered to remember loved ones, 50 years on.

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Cincinnati has had difficulties protecting Burrow.


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Saturday 29 January 2022

Freedom Convoy: Why Canadian truckers are protesting in Ottawa

The 'Freedom Convoy' is protesting vaccine mandates but police are worried about fringe elements.

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In New York City, opinions ranged from ‘it’s terrible’ to ‘it doesn’t seem that bad.’


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Russia: Military drill moved further from Irish shore

Simon Coveney says the news was "welcome" following days of speculation over the exercise.

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Storm Malik: Boy, 9, dies after tree falls during storm

A woman in Aberdeen is also killed by a falling tree as winds cause power cuts and travel disruption.

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When Omicron Isn’t So Mild


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Friday 28 January 2022

How Independent Voters Feel About Biden


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National Insurance: What’s the new Health and Social Care tax and what will it cost me?

A new health and social care tax is being introduced in April.

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The Ukraine crisis has renewed attention on political prisoners in Belarus.


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Restaurants to Customers: Don’t Call Us, We Won’t Call You


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One Good Antarctic Explorer Deserves Another


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Bridge Collapse in Pittsburgh Injures at Least 10 People


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Family members describe a jovial young officer who was ‘obsessed’ with law enforcement.


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Thursday 27 January 2022

Xiomara Castro: Honduras swears in its first female president

Xiomara Castro's arrival marks the end to the right-wing National Party's 12-year reign.

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Ukraine: What sanctions could be imposed on Russia?

Western diplomats are refusing to be explicit about specific penalties to keep the Kremlin guessing.

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What’s next: Here’s the path Biden’s nominee to the Supreme Court is expected to follow.


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Dave Ryding on skiing gold: I never dreamed I'd win one

Dave "the Rocket" Ryding won Britain's first ever alpine skiing World Cup gold medal on Saturday.

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The Best Veggie Burgers Are Made With Vegetables


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Wednesday 26 January 2022

Virginia Giuffre: Prince Andrew demands jury trial in US

Lawyers for the Duke of York, who denies allegations of sexual assault, write to a New York judge.

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Call for rethink of Scottish gender recognition reforms

The Equality and Human Rights Commission says "more detailed consideration" of the reforms is needed.

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The World Awaits Putin’s Word on Ukraine, but on That, He Is Silent


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Russia Ukraine: US sends Moscow formal response over crisis

The secretary of state says he has offered Russia a serious diplomatic path but will help defend Ukraine.

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Covid: Call to publish parties report in full and pet spending boom continues

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Wednesday evening.

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El profeta de los fichajes del fútbol


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Tuesday 25 January 2022

IS militants surrender as Kurdish-led forces surround Syria prison

But dozens remain holed up along with hundreds of children after six days of fierce fighting.

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Ukraine: US could sanction Putin if Russia invades, Biden says

The US president says he would consider personal sanctions on Vladimir Putin if Russia invades Ukraine.

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Playboy 'strongly supports' women accusing Hugh Hefner

A new US docuseries describes Hugh Hefner as a "vampire" who "sucked the life" out of young girls.

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Frank Dutton, Who Took On Apartheid’s Crimes, Dies at 72


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Turkey: Airport warehouse roof collapses in snowstorm

Heavy snowfall across parts of Turkey has caused an airport warehouse roof to collapse.

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How to Survive When Stocks Behave Badly


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Monday 24 January 2022

Listen to ‘The Ezra Klein Show’


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Production is halted for ‘Perfect Crime’ after the theater’s copper pipes were stolen.


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Proposals by California officials move to treat the coronavirus as endemic.


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Burkina Faso: A once-stable West African nation now prone to violence.


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Italians Vote for a President. Here’s Why It Matters.


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How anti-social behaviour can devastate lives

BBC Panorama investigates what can happen when anti-social behaviour escalates.

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Military announces takeover in West African nation of Burkina Faso.


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Sunday 23 January 2022

Covid: Clashes at Belgium protest against restrictions

A rally sees violent exchanges in Brussels as tens of thousands marched against Covid restrictions.

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John Lewis says it is wrong to cut sick pay for unjabbed staff

Unlike rivals, the retailer says all staff get full sick pay regardless of vaccination status.

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Von Miller has helped the Rams generate sacks despite defensive injuries.


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Jalen Ramsey and Odell Beckham should create decisive matchups against the Buccaneers.


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Sublime Ziyech strike helps Chelsea beat Tottenham for third time in three weeks

Two second-half goals, including a brilliant strike from Hakim Ziyech, help Chelsea beat Tottenham for the third time in three weeks.

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Ngannou Keeps U.F.C. Heavyweight Crown Amid Contract Dispute


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Saturday 22 January 2022

How Meat Loaf Made a Cult Favorite: ‘Paradise by the Dashboard Light’


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Unusual Ice and Snow Storm Hits the Carolinas and Virginia


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Rapid Inflation Fuels Debate Over What’s to Blame: Pandemic or Policy


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The Olympic torch relay shrinks to ‘prioritize safety.’


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Why Boris Johnson May Finally Have Gone Too Far


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Jean-Jacques Savin: French adventurer dies crossing Atlantic Ocean

Jean-Jacques Savin, who was 75, had previously made the voyage in a large barrel.

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Here's what we know about Omicron and how it differs from other variants.


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Friday 21 January 2022

Why Pete Davidson and Colin Jost Just Bought a Staten Island Ferry


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Five slices of Meat Loaf: Iconic moments on the BBC

He'd do anything for fun... Watch our highlights from Meat Loaf's many BBC appearances over the decades.

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Do Ukrainians and Russians believe a full-scale war is possible?

Amid growing fears of a Russian invasion, BBC correspondents gauge the public mood in Kyiv and Moscow.

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Texas Man Charged With Threatening to Kill Georgia Election Officials


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The Best of Late Night This Week 🌙


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Thursday 20 January 2022

'Pastor' arrested after disabled people found locked in his basement

The man and his wife claimed they were operating a "personal care home" in the dead-bolted basement.

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Lone women drivers are top priority, says AA after tweet backlash

The firm came under fire after it told a customer it did not put calls from lone women drivers first.

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Atlanta D.A. Requests Special Grand Jury in Trump Election Inquiry


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Omicron was probably in N.Y.C. well before the first U.S. case was detected, wastewater data suggest.


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Vegetable Soups for the Soul


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What’s in Our Queue? Mozart and More


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Can Omicron cause long Covid?


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Wednesday 19 January 2022

High-Resolution Drone Video Shows Closer Angle of Kabul Strike


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Robinho: Brazilian footballer loses final appeal against rape conviction

Brazilian footballer Robinho loses his final appeal against a conviction for taking part in the gang rape of a woman in Milan in 2013.

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Shrewsbury MP Daniel Kawczynski suspended for one day over bullying

Daniel Kawczynski, Shrewsbury's Conservative MP, is sanctioned for undermining his own apology.

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Unilever says it will not increase £50bn bid for rival

Consumer goods giant Unilever says it will not sweeten its bid for the healthcare arm of GlaxoSmithKline.

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'We hope that she's doing OK' - leading players call for information on Peng's wellbeing

Victoria Azarenka, Naomi Osaka and Ashleigh Barty call for more information on Chinese player Peng Shuai's wellbeing.

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Post-infection immunity was very protective against Delta, the C.D.C. reports, but vaccines still offer the best defense.


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Tuesday 18 January 2022

New York City’s mayor says ‘we are winning’ against Omicron, as experts urge caution.


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Texas synagogue siege: Teens held in UK released without charge

Greater Manchester Police say the pair, who were detained in south Manchester, have not been charged.

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New York City’s mayor says ‘we are winning’ against Omicron, as experts urge caution.


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With Activision, Microsoft Bets on the Future


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What’s All the Hype About the Metaverse?


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The Nines, an Elegant Supper Club, Opens in the Former Acme Space


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Blinken Will Meet With Russia as U.S. Pushes for More Diplomacy


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