Many Chinese-Australians fear a "new McCarthyism" as Australia's values are tested by its China row.
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Thursday, 31 December 2020
Brexit: New Irish Sea trade border begins operating
The trade border means most commercial goods entering NI from GB now require a customs declaration.
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MF Doom: Hip-hop star dies aged 49
A number of artists have paid tribute to the artist, real name Daniel Dumile.
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The Papers: New Year hope and campaign to recruit 'jabs army'
The first newspapers of 2021 offer a message of hope after "the worst year in living memory".
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Wednesday, 30 December 2020
Drone users face new rules across Europe and UK
The regulations relax the distinctions between commercial and recreational drone use.
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The Papers: 'Jabs for freedom by Easter' and 'schools chaos'
The papers say the approval of a new vaccine could see the UK open up as soon as April.
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Tuesday, 29 December 2020
Fashion lookahead: Eight major 2021 looks from tie-dye to pastels
The patterns, prints, materials and accessories we're likely to be wearing this year.
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Iraqi interpreters 'stalked by death squads' for helping the British
Ali and Ahmed helped British forces but now they live in fear of being killed by death squads.
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What my grandfather's life taught me about China and America
Vincent Ni reflects on the long life of his grandfather and a crucial choice he made as a young man.
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Quarantine meals: The 2020 food trend no-one predicted
Across the world, people in quarantine facilities were treated to some weird and wonderful combinations.
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Covid-19: Biden says Trump vaccine roll-out is 'falling behind'
The US president-elect calls for vaccinations to be ramped up as he warns of a "tough period" ahead.
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The Papers: 'New tiers eve' and PM's Brexit 'triumph'
The papers say England's toughest virus rules will be extended further, while MPs vote on the UK-EU deal.
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Monday, 28 December 2020
Joe Biden: 'Enormous damage' to US security agencies by Trump
The president-elect says his team is not getting the information it needs on national security.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Spring it on!' and 'don't betray our children'
The papers report details of the Covid vaccine roll out and fears schools may be closed until February.
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The big tech questions for 2021
After a year that saw tech companies prosper, we look ahead to what the coming 12 months could bring.
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When Greta Thunberg met Margaret Atwood... on Zoom
The teenage climate activist and veteran author and environmentalist were brought together by Radio 4's Today Programme.
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Covid in prison: 'We should be treated like humans'
Reports suggest one-in-five prisoners have tested positive for Covid in the US, and 1,700 have died.
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Zoom: All the times virtual meetings didn't go as planned this year
From animal interruptions to catching fire, here's a look back at the year we spent (badly) online.
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Will concerts come back in 2021? And other music stories to look out for
How will live shows look when they resume in 2021, and other music stories to look out for.
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Sunday, 27 December 2020
Covid: South Africa passes one million infections as cases surge
The grim milestone comes after a new variant of coronavirus is identified in the country.
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Climate change: Extreme weather causes huge losses in 2020
Hurricanes, floods and wildfires wreaked havoc, causing deaths and a huge financial impact.
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The Papers: 'Vacc to the future' and village hall jabs
The papers focus on how the UK's vaccination programme will work if the Oxford jab is approved.
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Saturday, 26 December 2020
Friday, 25 December 2020
The Papers: The Queen's pride and a new special relationship?
The Boxing Day front pages reflect on the Queen's Christmas address and the UK's post-Brexit future
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Thursday, 24 December 2020
Daniel Pearl: Court orders release of man accused in journalist's murder
Omar Sheikh was acquitted earlier this year of murdering the US journalist in Pakistan in 2002.
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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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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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Wednesday, 23 December 2020
Trump pardons former advisers Manafort and Stone
Trump pardons former campaign manager Paul Manafort, ex-adviser Roger Stone and the father of Trump's son-in-law.
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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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The Papers: UK and EU on 'verge' of Brexit trade deal
Reports leaders are set to announce an agreement after months of talks is the lead story for most papers on Christmas Eve.
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Tuesday, 22 December 2020
Newspaper headlines: 'Tier 4 to be widened' and 'kick in the baubles'
Wednesday's papers report Whitehall sources as saying England's toughest curbs could be extended.
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Monday, 21 December 2020
Covid-19: NI Executive votes against GB-NI travel ban
Ministers did approve plans for further guidance against all but essential travel between GB and NI.
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Covid: Wuhan scientist would 'welcome' visit probing lab leak theory
A top Chinese scientist addresses claims the coronavirus leaked from her lab in the city of Wuhan.
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NI police chief 'sorry' over BLM protests
Simon Byrne apologises after the policing of NI protests is found to be unfair and discriminatory.
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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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Newspaper headlines: 'Tier 4 for all' and 'Royals break rule of six'
Tuesday's papers report government warnings that the new variant of coronavirus is "everywhere".
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Sunday, 20 December 2020
Covid-19: Stormont Executive limits NI Christmas bubbles to one day
Stormont ministers held an emergency meeting on Sunday night to discuss new restrictions.
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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 Papers: Europe bans UK travel, and 'out of control' virus
Moves by European countries to ban passengers travelling from the UK dominates Monday's papers
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'I'm a unique band of one' - Lennon on Celtic's 'monumental' quadruple treble
Neil Lennon thanks Celtic's board for keeping faith after the "monumental achievement" of beating Hearts to secure a 12th consecutive trophy and his first treble as manager.
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Oracle billionaire Larry Ellison has moved to Lanai, the Hawaiian island he's spent half a billion dollars developing. Here's how Ellison bought 98% of the island and turned it into a sustainability experiment.
December 20, 2020
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Saturday, 19 December 2020
Watford sack head coach Ivic after four months
Watford sack head coach Vladimir Ivic after just four months in charge.
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The Papers: 'Christmas cancelled', and 'surging mutant virus'
The new festive restrictions dominate Sunday's papers, with the PM facing increasing criticism.
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Friday, 18 December 2020
Covid: US approves Moderna as second vaccine
The Food and Drug Administration gives the green light for releasing millions of doses.
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Brexit: UK-EU trade talks enter critical 48-hour period
The EU says the "moment of truth" has arrived as disagreements with the UK over fishing rights continue.
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Met Police officer sues over 'sexual and racist' texts
The ex-officer is suing her former colleague after he used racist and sexual language in his messages.
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Covid-19: Fake 'immunity booster' found on sale in London shops
Tests carried out for the BBC show herbal remedy Coronil offers no protection from coronavirus.
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Graham Norton presents his final Radio 2 show after 10 years
The star is moving to Virgin Radio after a decade hosting Saturday mornings for Radio 2.
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The 'ghost' silhouettes popping up in a Scottish Borders village
Residents of West Linton have seen all kinds of creatures appear since the Covid pandemic began.
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Employers back requirement for large firms to disclose ethnicity pay gaps
A government report seen by the BBC suggests strong support for large firms having to publish the data.
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The Papers: 'Lockdown 3 fear' and Oxford jab 'before new year'
Many of Saturday's papers lead with the prospect the UK could enter national restrictions post-Christmas.
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Thursday, 17 December 2020
Long Covid: Hospital patients to get checks at six weeks
Official guidance has identified 28 common symptoms like breathlessness, dizziness and chest pain.
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US cyber-attack: Hack of government agencies and companies poses 'grave risk'
The US cyber-security agency says thwarting the attack will be "highly complex and challenging".
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Covid: Sydney residents urged to stay home amid new outbreak
Residents are told to stay home as officials scramble to contain a cluster ahead of Christmas.
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The Papers: 'Bleakest midwinter' as Covid tiers extended
The extension of tier three Covid rules to more parts of England is the focus for many of Friday's front pages.
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Wednesday, 16 December 2020
Marcus Rashford's mum: 'Sometimes we didn't even have bread in the house'
Speaking publicly for the first time, Mel Maynard says sometimes she went without food so her children could eat.
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More families 'trapped in temporary accommodation' in England
The number of people without a permanent home in England is at its highest level in 14 years, a report says.
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The Papers: PM's 'stark warning' for merry 'little' Christmas
Boris Johnson's call for a short, small celebration makes it on to most of Thursday's front pages.
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Tuesday, 15 December 2020
Housing: Formula for locating new homes revised after Tory backlash
Urban developments in the Midlands and north of England will now be prioritised in government U-turn.
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Covid-19: Ambulance queues 'at all NI emergency departments'
There were long queues at Antrim Hospital but the situation has now improved.
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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: About 2.3 million children cut off from aid, UN says
The UN urges access to the region where Ethiopian government forces have been battling local fighters.
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LGBT-owned kilt maker denounces kilt-clad Proud Boys
The LGBT-owned business says it has pulled its now-infamous yellow kilts from shelves.
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The Papers: 'Carry on Christmas' as PM refuses to scrap rules
The front pages focus on whether plans to ease restrictions over Christmas could be scrapped or cut.
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Monday, 14 December 2020
Online harms law to let regulator block apps in UK
Ofcom would also be able to fine services huge sums if it believed they had failed to protect users.
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'Unconscious bias training' scrapped by ministers
The government stops anti-bias training for civil servants and wants it to end across public sector.
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Hackney triple shooting: Man critical and two injured
Three men were rushed to hospital with "gunshot injuries" after the shooting in Hackney.
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The Papers: 'Mutant' Covid as London 'plunged' into tier 3
A new variant of the virus and the capital going into the top level of restrictions dominates the front pages.
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Sunday, 13 December 2020
Newspaper headlines: Extra time in Brexit talks for a "final push"
The ongoing Brexit talks dominate the front pages as the UK and EU agree to extend negotiations.
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What next for Arsenal as Gunners make worst start since 1974-75?
Kieran Tierney said Arsenal "deserved" to be booed off after being stunned at home by Burnley, so just how bad is the situation for the Gunners right now?
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Selby beats O'Sullivan to retain Scottish Open title
Mark Selby retains the Scottish Open title with a commanding 9-3 win over world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan in Milton Keynes.
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Saturday, 12 December 2020
Anthony Joshua knocks out Kubrat Pulev to raise hope of Tyson Fury bout
Unified world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua floors Kubrat Pulev four times on his way to a knockout win.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Hours from a no deal' and Tory grandee 'fury'
The impending UK-EU trade talks deadline dominates the front pages.
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Friday, 11 December 2020
Thursday, 10 December 2020
The Papers: Prepare for 'Aussie rules' Brexit as talks stall
Boris Johnson's warning to prepare for no deal dominates the front pages.
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