From Sunday, government payments reduce to 60% towards salaries, with employers paying 20%.
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Saturday, 31 July 2021
‘Lenders won’t touch us - my home’s worth nothing'
Campaigners say government attempts to unlock parts of the property market paralysed by the cladding crisis have stalled.
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Heatwave risk from plans to convert shops to homes
Turning more commercial property into homes raises fears of sub-standard conditions, says a report.
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Your pictures on the theme of 'making tracks'
A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.
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The autistic-friendly toy shop: 'We have got this'
Retail worker Romilly, who is autistic, wants to create a comfortable space for other autistic people to shop in.
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The X Factor: What became of the star-making hit show?
How the show that once topped viewing figures, and created big stars appears to have run its course.
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Yami "Rowdy" Lofvenberg: The top hip-hop dancer who can’t count the beats
Dancer Yami "Rowdy" Lofvenberg was labelled "stupid" at school. Now she has returned to education - as a lecturer.
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The perfect storm striking World of Warcraft
All of a sudden, WoW players are in revolt, and its competitors are having a boom.
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Nairobi - the centre of East Africa's thriving arts scene
Artists from across East Africa have converged on Kenya's capital, creating a vibrant scene.
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The Papers: 'Kebabs for jabs' and 'baby no 2' for PM and Carrie
Several papers report that Boris Johnson and wife Carrie are expecting their second child together.
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Volunteer race marshal dies in Brands Hatch crash
The marshal died after an accident during a race at the track, leading to the cancellation of the event.
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Final Test like will be 'like a cup final', says Gatland after loss to South Africa
British and Irish Lions head coach Warren Gatland says the deciding third and final Test against South Africa next Saturday will be a "cup final".
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Friday, 30 July 2021
Guli Frances-Dehqhani: The bishop tackling England's housing crisis
The Church of England owns a lot of land - Guli Frances-Dehqhani wants to use it for the common good.
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Mitholz - the tranquil Swiss village facing a time bomb
More than 60 years after a deadly explosion ruined Mitholz, the village remains under threat.
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Nigeria's kidnap crisis: 'I saw my two-year-old carried by a man with a gun'
Parents of schoolchildren abducted in Nigeria describe their trauma, and dilemma over the ransom demands.
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Brownlee finally claims Olympic gold as GB win triathlon mixed relay
Great Britain's Jessica Learmonth, Jonny Brownlee, Georgia Taylor-Brown and Alex Yee produce a superb performance to win gold in the first triathlon mixed relay event at an Olympics.
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'Covid vaccine scammers nearly got me'
Sioban Moore escaped disaster by a whisker after receiving a fake email inviting her for a jab.
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Storm Evert: Falling tree injures women at party as winds rage
The pair, in their 20s, were believed to have been at an outdoor party when the tree collapsed.
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Thursday, 29 July 2021
Covid-19: Biden tells states to offer $100 vaccine incentive as cases rise
The US president also announced that all federal workers must be vaccinated or subjected to testing.
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Nightclubs start asking for NHS Covid pass in England
It comes as the Lib Dems demand MPs debate their use in England amid concerns over discrimination.
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Scarlett Johansson sues Disney over streaming of Black Widow
The star says box office takings for Black Widow were hit when it was streamed at the same time.
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Marcus Coutain: Knee-on-neck arrest PC will not face disciplinary action
Footage showed Marcus Coutain asking an officer to "get off my neck" during his arrest in July 2020.
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Wednesday, 28 July 2021
Fan injured at Hillsborough dies 32 years later
After suffering life-changing injuries Andrew Devine was cared for by his family in Liverpool.
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Dusty Hill: ZZ Top bassist dies aged 72
Dusty Hill played bass for the iconic US blues rock band for more than five decades.
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Queen's lawyers secured amendment to Scottish green energy law
The legislation was changed so the monarch's private estates could not be subject to compulsory purchase orders.
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Tuesday, 27 July 2021
Covid-19: CDC brings back mask guidance for virus hot spots
In states seeing surges, US health officials again recommend masking indoors - including at schools.
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Eagle eyes spot kestrel chicks in jet plane exhaust
The young birds "lucky to be alive" after found hiding in exhaust of an Airbus plane during repairs.
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Monday, 26 July 2021
US combat forces to leave Iraq by end of year
The move, while largely symbolic, could provide a domestic boost to both the US and Iraqi leaders.
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Sunday, 25 July 2021
Flooded London hospitals ask patients to stay away
Torrential rain saw severe flooding in homes, roads and tube stations in parts of London on Sunday.
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Covid: Fauci says US heading in wrong direction as cases rise
President Joe Biden's top medical adviser says cases are rising in areas with low vaccination rates.
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Speakers' Corner: Woman attacked with knife
The 39-year-old was taken to hospital after the attack in London's Hyde Park, police say.
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Unesco adds Madrid's Paseo del Prado and Retiro Park to heritage list
The famous Paseo del Prado and Retiro Park are symbols of the Spanish capital's history.
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Saturday, 24 July 2021
Six people taken to hospital after funfair incident
Emergency services were called to the scene after a 999 call was made on Saturday evening.
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Clashes in Paris over Covid measures
French anti-riot police fired teargas as clashes broke out during protests against Covid-19 curbs and vaccination.
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Cars towed for 'dangerous' parking in Snowdonia
Authorities are trying to avoid a repeat of summer 2020, when hundreds of cars obstructed roads.
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Friday, 23 July 2021
Covid: Gareth Southgate urges young people to have jab
The England manager says vaccination is a chance for them to "get your freedom back".
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Concern mounts for missing 11-year-old schoolgirl from Bolton
The parents of Fatuma Kadir, who travelled from Manchester to London by train, say they are in "shock".
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Thursday, 22 July 2021
UK food workers to be exempt from Covid isolation
Key parts of the food industry will move to daily Covid testing, the government says, after isolating workers led to supply shortages.
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The Hundred: Oval Invincibles secure entertaining win over Manchester Originals in first men's game
Oval Invincibles edge out Manchester Originals in an entertaining first men's match of The Hundred at The Oval.
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Wednesday, 21 July 2021
The Hundred: Oval Invincibles beat Manchester Originals in opening-night thriller
Oval Invincibles pull off a thrilling victory over Manchester Originals as the women's Hundred begins with a bang at The Oval.
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Tuesday, 20 July 2021
Violence against women: Top police role to be announced
A new strategy for England and Wales comes amid concern about rape convictions and abuse in schools.
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China floods: Thousands evacuated as rail stations and roads submerged
Record rainfall has left more than 12 dead and flooded stations and roads in Zhengzhou city.
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Pegasus: French President Macron identified as spyware target
The president's phone number was found on a list of numbers that were potential phone hacking targets.
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Monday, 19 July 2021
Covid: Boris Johnson resisted autumn lockdown as only over-80s dying - Dominic Cummings
Boris Johnson also questioned whether the NHS would be overwhelmed, his former aide tells the BBC.
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Sunday, 18 July 2021
Johnson urges caution as Covid rules ease in England
There will be no limit on how many people can meet, nightclubs can reopen and large events resume.
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Oil producing nations agree deal to control prices
The Opec cartel and Russia will boost supply which should see petrol prices at the pumps come down.
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Saturday, 17 July 2021
Cannes Film Festival: Titane wins top Palme d'Or prize
The outlandish Titane wins after jury president Spike Lee reveals the award in a ceremony slip-up.
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In pictures: Masks and social distancing at downsized Hajj
Only about 60,000 pilgrims living in Saudi Arabia were eligible to take part this year.
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Oosthuizen takes one-stroke lead into final Open round
Louis Oosthuizen takes a one-stroke lead into the final day of The Open at Royal St George's after holding off Collin Morikawa.
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Friday, 16 July 2021
Stone man charged with racially abusing Rio Ferdinand
He is accused of using racist words and gestures against the ex-footballer at Molineux.
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Alan Bircher: Former medallist among swimming coaches suspended
It follows a review sparked by concerns raised by parents of swimmers at Ellesmere College Titans.
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Thursday, 15 July 2021
Covid: Foreign Office still advising against travel to countries set to turn green
Both will be added to the UK's green list on Monday, but the foreign office still advises against travel.
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Durham A1 motorway crash: Police report fatalities
People are believed to have died after two lorries and several cars crashed on the A1 (M), police say.
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Wednesday, 14 July 2021
Tuesday, 13 July 2021
Covid: Masks to remain compulsory on London transport
Sadiq Khan says commuters will be required to wear face coverings on TfL services after 19 July.
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Compulsory vaccinations for care home staff in England backed by MPs
But Conservative MPs criticise the government for not publishing an impact assessment before the vote.
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Ex-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn: How I escaped Japan in a box
The former boss of Nissan and Renault reveals how evaded house arrest to flee to Lebanon.
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Monday, 12 July 2021
Marcus Rashford: England striker 'won't apologise' for who he is after receiving racist abuse
England and Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford says he "will never apologise for who I am" after receiving racist abuse following England's Euro 2020 final loss to Italy.
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Cuba protests: Arrests after thousands rally against government
Thousands rallied on Sunday, angry at the country's economic crisis and curbs on civil liberties.
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Two arrested after boy, 16, fatally stabbed in Croydon
Police say the teenage victim was taken by members of the public to hospital, where he later died.
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Northern Ireland: Moment giant bonfire collapses
Over 200 bonfires were lit on Sunday night as part of the Loyalist 12 July celebrations.
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Sunday, 11 July 2021
Covid-19: PM urges caution as 19 July unlocking set to go ahead
Boris Johnson warns that Covid cases, currently at 30,000 a day, will rise as restrictions end.
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Covid lockdown in Wales: 'Time to end all restrictions'
A government advisor says it is safe to lift restrictions due to vaccinations and immunity levels.
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Bonucci pounces to grab Italy equaliser
Italy grab a deserved equaliser against England as Leonardo Bonucci pounces on a loose ball in the six-yard box to draw his side level in the Euro 2020 final at Wembley.
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Italy v England in Euro 2020 final - rate the players
Rate the players in the Euro 2020 final between Italy and England.
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Saturday, 10 July 2021
The Papers: 'We Kane be heroes' and 'jab gap to be cut'
Sunday's papers report a "heartfelt message" from the Queen ahead of England's Euro final against Italy.
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Jovenel Moïse: President's widow speaks for first time
Martine Moïse, who was injured in the attack which killed her husband, speaks for the first time.
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