Betty White: Biden leads tributes for Golden Girls actress

The long-time Hollywood star died on Friday at the age of 99 after an eight-decade film and TV career.

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Desmond Tutu: Body of South African hero to be aquamated

In line with his eco-friendly beliefs, the water-based process uses a tenth of the energy of cremation.

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Tracy Beaker star Dani Harmer 'fine' after hospital drama during panto

Heavily pregnant Dani Harmer says she's fine after leaving Cinderella mid-performance.

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Betty White, the Golden Girl with a heart of gold, dies

One of America's original screen stars, Betty White enjoyed a career spanning eight decades.

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Colorado Wildfires: Thousands evacuated as buildings burn

Around 30,000 people have been evacuated as wildfires sweep across the US state of Colorado.

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Jeffrey Epstein: Charges dropped against prison guards who falsified records

The pair admitted falsifying records to show they had monitored Epstein on the night of his death.

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New Year's Eve: Firework displays welcome 2022

Celebrations are under way across the world to usher in the New Year.

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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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What went wrong with vaccinating the world?

Why developed countries have a surplus of vaccines while low-income ones are still struggling to battle Covid.

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Hong Kong: The last day of the Stand News pro-democracy website

From raids and arrests to the announcement of its closure, this is how its last day unfolded.

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Climate change: Hurricanes to expand into more populated regions

A warmer world will see tropical cyclones occur in regions near New York, Boston, Beijing and Tokyo.

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Valentina Orellana-Peralta: US teen shot dead by police 'died in mother's arms'

The parents of a 14-year-old girl killed by a stray police bullet while shopping demand justice.

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Myanmar: Save the Children says army attack killed staff

The charity says two of its workers, both new fathers, are among the 35 bodies found on 24 December.

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Desmond Tutu: Remembered by daughter as a 'hugger'

Nontombi Naomi Tutu says her father "went to meet his God, ready and willing."

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France announces tighter Covid restrictions amid Omicron surge

Remote working will become compulsory from 3 January but there will be no New Year's Eve curfew.

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Covid-19: Extra vaccine mandates come into force in New York City

The measures include vaccine mandates for private-sector workers and children entering venues.

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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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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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Man found with crossbow at Windsor Castle sectioned

A crossbow was found on the man after he was stopped on Christmas Day, police say.

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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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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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U.S. Considers Warning Ukraine of a Russian Invasion in Real-Time

By Helene Cooper and Julian E. Barnes from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3swRgq2

Robert Carlyle: Begbie has followed me my whole life

He is one of Scotland's most successful and versatile actors yet one role has defined his career.

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No time for war: Russians see no chance of conflict

With rhetoric becoming harsh and fears of an invasion growing, Muscovites give their views on the crisis.

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Quiz of the Year, part one: Are you a 2021 news expert?

How well do you remember the news of the past 12 months?

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Police stray bullet kills teen in LA store's dressing room

The teenager was in a changing room with her mother trying on dresses for her 15th birthday party.

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Police stray bullet kills teen in LA store's dressing room

The teenager was in a changing room with her mother trying on dresses for her 15th birthday party.

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Social care: Immigration rules to be relaxed to recruit staff

Offering visas to care workers will make it easier to fill gaps in workforces, the government says.

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Police officers unexpectedly deliver baby boy

Mother and baby are doing well after the shock delivery, Hertfordshire Police says.

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Thanks for postman who responded to woman's screams

Louise Whitham said she was crying her eyes out when her postman heard her distress.

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TikTok ousts Google to become favourite online destination

Tiktok.com overtook other US tech giants in 2021, including Amazon, Apple, Facebook and Netflix.

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Covid: Omicron less likely to require hospital care and half of colds could be Covid

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

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Sudan women protest against 'rape by security forces'

Women and girls were allegedly sexually abused by security forces during a demonstration on Sunday.

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Turkey arrests US diplomat over alleged passport handover

Police say the US man gave the document to a Syrian trying to travel to Germany from Istanbul airport.

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Covid: Cases top 100k and jabs approved for some children

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

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Omicron wave appears milder, but concern remains

The risk of needing hospital treatment could be two-thirds lower with Omicron than other variants.

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Xi'an: Chinese city under lockdown as Covid cases rise

More than 13 million people in the city of Xi'an have been told to stay at home amid a Covid outbreak.

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US safety body to probe Tesla on in-car gameplay

It follows a complaint from an owner who discovered he could play games while driving.

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11 Festive Dishes for the Merriest of Christmas Eve Dinners

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Covid Omicron: Variant will push Europe hospitals towards brink, says WHO

The UN health body's Europe head says another storm is coming, as countries brace for a surge in cases.

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Irish urged to limit contact to Christmas day guests

Ireland's chief medical officer says people should only see those they plan to spend Christmas with.

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Fines for Wales employees not working from home

People must work from home unless there is "a reasonable excuse" with fines for bosses and workers.

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Spain police thwart raffle of Christmas hamper stuffed with drugs

Police have arrested two men allegedly trying to raffle off a "narco-basket" stuffed with drugs.

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Omicron: Sandringham Royal watchers will miss seeing the Queen

Royal watchers will miss seeing the monarch at Sandringham but back her decision to stay away.

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A Teen Sensation Grows Up

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Elon Musk says he'll be paying $11bn in tax this year

The Tesla founder and world's richest person has been involved in a public spat over his tax bill.

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Donald Trump sues NY attorney to block inquiry into his company

The former US president says the probe into his businesses violates his constitutional rights.

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Viya: Top Chinese live-streamer fined $210m for tax evasion

Internet celebrity Huang Wei, known as Viya, is accused of hiding her personal income from officials.

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Young pupils allegedly forced to re-enact Holocaust in Washington school

An investigation is underway regarding the alleged incident involving young pupils in Washington DC.

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Gabon youth coach arrested after male rape claims which he denies

Patrick Eyi, a former Gabon U17 coach, is arrested after claims of sexual abuse against him, which he denies.

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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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Timed Teaser: Bruce Springsteen's back catalogue - who bought it?

Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go!

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Covid: Christmas travel will fuel spread of Omicron, US expert warns

The US infectious disease expert says the Covid-19 variant will spread - even among the vaccinated.

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Liz Truss replaces Lord Frost in post-Brexit talks

The foreign secretary will become the UK's lead negotiator with the EU over the Northern Ireland Protocol.

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Drakeo the Ruler dies after stabbing at LA music festival

The 28-year-old was stabbed during an altercation backstage at a Los Angeles music festival.

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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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Jake Paul: YouTube star knocks out Tyron Woodley in Florida for fifth win

Jake Paul calls his sixth-round knockout of Tyron Woodley "the moment of my life" after he extends his perfect record to five wins.

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Covid: Dutch go into Christmas lockdown over Omicron wave

Non-essential shops, schools, bars, restaurants and other public venues will be closed until at least mid-January.

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Explosion at Pakistan bank kills at least 14

Officials say the blast in the southern city of Karachi may have been caused by a gas leak.

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Sports Personality 2021: Simone Biles honoured with Lifetime Achievement award

American gymnast Simone Biles has been honoured with BBC Sports Personality of the Year's Lifetime Achievement award.

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Ghislaine Maxwell: Key moments in the trial so far

Ghislaine Maxwell is accused of grooming girls for abuse by late paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

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Rangers 1-0 Dundee United: League leaders edge out Covid-hit visitors to extend lead at top

Rangers extend their lead at the Scottish Premiership summit with their eighth consecutive league win after edging out a Covid-hit Dundee United.

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The Ashes: England collapse again as Australia take total control of second Test

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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Anti-5G necklaces found to be radioactive

Conspiracy theories about 5G have fuelled a market for "anti-5G" accessories.

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Covid: Another record for Covid cases and first Omicron booster study

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

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RAF Typhoon jet shoots down 'small hostile drone' in Syria

It is the first time the RAF has shot down enemy aircraft since the Falklands nearly 40 years ago.

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Haiti kidnappers release remaining missionaries

The missionaries from the US and Canada were abducted in mid-October by a powerful crime gang.

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Ghislaine Maxwell trial: Defence attorneys begin arguments

A spokesperson for Ms Maxwell said on Wednesday she is "too fragile" to testify in her own defence.

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Court backlog: 'I don't believe my abuse case will get to court'

Alex says the wait for her alleged abuser's court trial leaves her "constantly thinking about it".

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Reddit: Social media platform files to go public

Reddit was at the centre of the so-called "meme stock" phenomenon earlier this year.

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That Job at Harvard? It’s Not Real.

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On the front line as Afghan children battle malnutrition and measles

The BBC reports from a hospital in remote Ghor province which is struggling to cope.

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David Fuller: The sisters killed in a car crash, abused after death

A woman whose daughters were abused in a mortuary by David Fuller says "there is no more joy".

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Covid passports: 'As an artist I feel safer that people are tested'

What do those who run and visit places which now need Covid passports make of the changes?

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Megan Thee Stallion 'told to dance' by Tory Lanez before alleged shooting

Rapper Tory Lanez is accused of hurting the songwriter after a party in Hollywood in July 2020.

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Republicans Who Assailed Biden’s Stimulus Bill Are Embracing the Money

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MPs back Covid passes in England despite big Tory rebellion

Boris Johnson gets the backing for Covid passes in England, amid anger from many of his own MPs.

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Channel tragedy: French authorities identify 26 victims

Sixteen Kurdish people, including two friends from Iraq, were among those who perished last month.

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Covid: Omicron probably in most countries, WHO says

The heavily mutated coronavirus variant is spreading at an unprecedented rate, the WHO's head warns.

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National Lottery scratch card fraud: Men jailed over £4m jackpot claim

Two men who bought a £4m jackpot-holding scratch card using stolen debit card details are jailed.

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My parcel was delivered to my bin on collection day

It seems deliveries to bins are common, but what are your rights if your package goes missing?

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Sex and cancer: 'I was ashamed to ask for help'

Cait didn't know why it hurt to masturbate after her treatment - and didn't know who to ask.

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Workers at two Boston-area Starbucks seek to unionize after a win in Buffalo.

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Covid: Scots urged to limit socialising and West End shows hit by outbreaks

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

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Covid: Tougher Wales restrictions at Christmas not ruled out

Welsh health minister says she does not want to cancel Christmas but is not ruling anything out.

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Law student, 19, sues landlord and wins first case

Jack Simm sued his landlord after saying his accommodation was like a "building site".

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Kenya’s high court temporarily blocks the government’s sweeping vaccine mandate.

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Kim Kardashian passes California 'baby bar' law exam

The reality TV star and businesswoman says "don't ever give up" after passing on her fourth attempt.

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How Much Do You Know About the Maldives?

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After 15 Years of Infighting, James Brown’s Estate Is Sold

By BY BEN SISARIO AND STEVE KNOPPER from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3ynxLRD

Inflationary Wave Changes Political Terrain for Right-Wing Populists

By BY MATT PHILLIPS, CARLOTTA GALL, FLÁVIA MILHORANCE AND BENJAMIN NOVAK from NYT Business https://ift.tt/33gyVCY

Duck for the Holidays

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Scenes of the damage in Kentucky.

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Harry Dunn crash: Anne Sacoolas to face Westminster magistrates

Mrs Sacoolas returned to the US after diplomatic immunity was asserted on her behalf.

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La música ranchera perdió a Vicente Fernández, su ‘Rey’

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What to Cook This Week

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New Covid rules in Wales likely 'in next few weeks'

There "will come a point" when the Welsh government could advise against Christmas parties.

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At least 70 are dead in Kentucky, in ‘the most devastating tornado event’ in state history.

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Biden deploys federal resources to devastated areas.

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Less Mange, More Frills: Rome’s New Mayor Bets on His Christmas Tree

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Some Voters Are at Odds With Their Party on Abortion

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Abortion: Real Stories, Not Abstractions

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What documents do you need to travel abroad now?

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‘Our church is totally gone’: Tornado changes the landscape of a Kentucky town.

By BY RICK ROJAS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3rXSNFw

Why Do We Ignore How the Other Half Lives?

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Remembering Fred Hiatt

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We Can Live Better Lives While Being Smart About Covid

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Man dies after being shot in police confrontation

Officers are responding to an incident in Kensington but it is not terror-related, police say.

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Citizen Enforcement of Abortion Law Violates Texas Constitution, Judge Rules

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French court jails former Tory councillor David Turtle over wife's murder

Stephanie Turtle was killed when her husband deliberately ran her over with his car in 2017

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'Deadliest tornado system to ever run through Kentucky'

The governor of the US state of Kentucky says Friday's tornadoes were the worst the state has seen.

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Deaths are confirmed at an Amazon warehouse in Illinois that took a direct hit.

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Echoes of Trump at a Rally for France’s Far-Right Upstart

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Three vaccine doses key for tackling Omicron

UK scientists shows two doses of a Covid vaccine are not enough to stop you catching the Omicron variant.

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PM's press chief Jack Doyle offered to quit over party, source say

Downing Street insists Jack Doyle did not offer to resign over a party he attended last December.

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The Monkees star Michael Nesmith dies at 78

With the group, the singer and guitarist had a string of hits and starred in a TV sitcom in the 1960s.

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Review: For Once, Singing of Complete and Utter Clarity

By BY ZACHARY WOOLFE from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3ycT5t8

Covid: Two jabs 'not enough to stop Omicron infection' and highest UK cases since January

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

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Spanish floods claim first victim as towns are engulfed

At least one person died when rivers burst their banks in northern Spain.

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Better.com’s C.E.O. is ‘taking time off’ after firing 900 workers over Zoom.

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New York A.G. to Subpoena Trump to Testify in Fraud Investigation

By Jonah E. Bromwich, Ben Protess and William K. Rashbaum from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3EMRyfW

In the Mountain West, the ‘Dirty’ Soda Rush Is On

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Scottish budget 2022-23: At a glance

Finance Secretary Kate Forbes has detailed her tax and spending proposals for the year ahead.

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Omicron and boosters: Your questions answered

Will we need regular boosters, can we vaccinate children under 12? Experts answer your questions.

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China Evergrande Defaults on Its Debt. Now What?

By Alexandra Stevenson and Cao Li from NYT Business https://ift.tt/3pJnpaM

Biden praises Dole as a true ‘giant of our history.’

By BY ZOLAN KANNO-YOUNGS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3yiLx8g

Can an Athlete’s Blood Enhance Brainpower?

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Covid-19: Vaccinating a city where uptake is low

Almost a third of the population of Peterborough have not received their first Covid-19 jab.

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As the U.K. considers new restrictions, the government is accused of flouting rules last Christmas.

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A Penny for Your Squats?

By BY GRETCHEN REYNOLDS from NYT Well https://ift.tt/3y6jIQk

What to Cook Right Now

By BY SAM SIFTON from NYT Food https://ift.tt/3dzgSKm

Radical Passion is a Family Matter for Me and My 98-year-old Mom

By BY TOM MORELLO from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3IsmaWh

Some Jan. 6 Rioters May Use Police Brutality as a Defense

By BY ALAN FEUER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3052ndW

In a Reversal, Meadows Refuses to Cooperate With Jan. 6 Inquiry

By BY LUKE BROADWATER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3y1tbsf

Quarantine hotels: Returning Brits struggle to book

Some UK residents coming back from South Africa are still struggling to find quarantine hotel rooms.

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Aurangabad: Indian teen arrested for beheading pregnant sister

The 19-year-old had eloped and married a man without her family's consent, police said.

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Kellogg Workers Prolong Strike by Rejecting Contract Proposal

By BY NOAM SCHEIBER from NYT Business https://ift.tt/3dtRbuy

He Was a Black Star 60 Years Before Jackie. Now He’s a Hall of Famer.

By BY BENJAMIN HOFFMAN from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/3GmhOOC

Ghislaine Maxwell was ‘a new friend,’ an accuser said. Then she introduced her to Jeffrey Epstein.

By BY REBECCA DAVIS O’BRIEN AND BENJAMIN WEISER from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3duwFK4

Exxon Mobil aims for net-zero emissions from its operations in the Permian Basin by 2030.

By BY CLIFFORD KRAUSS from NYT Business https://ift.tt/3EtFQ9C

India and Russia Expand Defense Ties, Despite Prospect of U.S. Sanctions

By BY MUJIB MASHAL AND KARAN DEEP SINGH from NYT World https://ift.tt/3DtnMuU

Covid: Omicron spreading in the community, Javid confirms

There are now 336 cases of the new coronavirus variant across the UK, the health secretary says.

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US diplomats to boycott Beijing Olympics

US announces no diplomats will attend the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, over human rights concerns.

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Storm Barra: Coastal areas braced for strong winds

A rare red alert is in place in Ireland on Tuesday, while wind and snow are expected in parts of the UK.

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Omicron: Why is Nigeria on the travel red list?

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

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The Timesian Urge to Explain a Meme

By BY ANNA P. KAMBHAMPATY from NYT Style https://ift.tt/3DuUQD5

Pope Exploring a 2nd Meeting With Russian Orthodox Church

By BY JASON HOROWITZ from NYT World https://ift.tt/3orfDTr

Alana Haim Surprised Everyone With Her Movie Debut. Even Herself.

By BY LINDSAY ZOLADZ from NYT Movies https://ift.tt/3Duq64M

What to Cook Right Now

By BY SAM SIFTON from NYT Food https://ift.tt/3lFnmM6

Eric Adams, New York’s mayor-elect, does not commit to the new vaccine mandate for private employers.

By BY DANA RUBINSTEIN from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3Dt4mqa