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Fri, 10 Sep 2021 05:46:16 GMT
Emma Raducanu reaches US Open final in New York
British teenager Emma Raducanu reaches the US Open final as her meteoric rise continues with a stunning straight-set win over Greece's Maria Sakkari.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 06:58:27 GMT
Covid: Boosters not needed for all, says Oxford jab creator
Prof Dame Sarah Gilbert says immunity from two doses of a Covid vaccine is "lasting well".

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 08:40:34 GMT
MI5 boss warns of Afghanistan 'morale boost' for extremists
The head of the security service says the fall of Afghanistan will have "emboldened" UK terrorists.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 07:10:21 GMT
UK economic growth slows sharply in July
The UK economy grew just 0.1% in July as the last Covid restrictions were lifted in England.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 08:25:22 GMT
England v India 2021: Fifth Test at Old Trafford cancelled amid Covid-19 concerns
England's fifth Test against India at Old Trafford is cancelled after a number of the tourists' backroom staff tested positive for Covid-19.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 05:56:10 GMT
Old Trafford stabbing: Boy, 16, dies after being attacked in street
Two unknown males stabbed the teenager in Norton Street, Old Trafford on Thursday, police say.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 21:54:05 GMT
National Television Awards 2021: Ant and Dec 'overwhelmed' by 20th win
The duo have won the TV presenting prize at the National Television Awards every year since 2001.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 01:25:23 GMT
Rail industry urges workers not to spurn the train
City centres and High Streets could suffer unless workers start taking the train again, the industry warns.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 05:18:23 GMT
Chelsea Flower Show: Pumpkins as event held in autumn for first time
It is the first time in 108 years the world-famous event will be held in the autumn.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 05:39:20 GMT
First UK LGBT business champion appointed
Iain Anderson says he will work to "build a bridge" between the government and LGBT community.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 21:20:51 GMT
Don't mix business and public duty, Tory co-chair Ben Elliot told
Party co-chair Ben Elliot is warned to be "cautious" and avoid lobbying on behalf of business clients.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 06:31:05 GMT
Covid-19: Booster jab use queried and workers urged to return to rail
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 13:39:16 GMT
Covid: Pfizer and AstraZeneca approved as booster vaccines
The UK regulator's decision paves the way for a rollout ahead of winter to millions of people.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 08:43:44 GMT
Covid: Mandatory jabs for health staff being considered in consultation
Some unions and care organisations have warned that making the jabs mandatory will lead to staff shortages.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 13:31:39 GMT
Universities told to give students face-to-face teaching
Education Secretary Gavin Williamson says students should expect in-person teaching for new term.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 14:27:44 GMT
Green and amber lists could go in travel rules shake-up
The BBC has been told that the green and amber categories could be removed and replaced with a new system.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 17:01:30 GMT
Covid: Scotland to get vaccine passports and regulator approves booster jabs
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Thursday evening.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 12:01:34 GMT
AstraZeneca bosses warn against rush for boosters
Data on whether they are needed is still awaited but ministers say the NHS is ready to go if they are.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 16:04:35 GMT
Covid: Positive Anglesey care home staff cover shift amid shortage
Two care home staff worked to cover a night-shift gap as there was no emergency cover available.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 07:20:42 GMT
US Open: Emma Raducanu says reaching final is 'crazy, cool and absolutely mind-blowing'
British teenager Emma Raducanu says reaching her first Grand Slam final at the US Open feels "crazy, cool and absolutely mind-blowing".

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 23:49:20 GMT
'How a roof fall inspired me to become a musician'
When Tony Kofi had a near-fatal accident, he had a vision of himself playing a musical instrument. It would change his life forever.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 00:22:51 GMT
National Television Awards 2021: Seven highlights from the ceremony
From cute dogs to trophy stealing, it was a night of chaotic fun at the National Television Awards.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 05:11:15 GMT
Lorry driver shortages: 'It's a very good career'
More than 100,000 lorry drivers are needed to meet a national shortage which is causing stock delays.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 07:45:50 GMT
London's Oyster card: Are its days numbered?
Passengers prefer paying by contactless which means Oyster card usage is dwindling. What next?

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 23:10:23 GMT
Boden boss declares the end of formal office wear
As the British brand celebrates 30th anniversary, its founder reflects on how fashion tastes have changed.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 07:46:25 GMT
Twin Town: Premiere of follow-up to cult film shot only on phones
Rhys Ifans and Dougray Scott star in new romantic comedy and 'companion piece' to cult Brit flick.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 17:03:38 GMT
WW2 pilot has 100th birthday flight over Shropshire
John Trotman, twice awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, has got behind the controls once more.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 19:42:18 GMT
National Television Awards 2021: The best red carpet images
Thursday marked the first National Television Awards ceremony since January 2020.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 00:21:40 GMT
Will Boris Johnson’s plan for the NHS work?
The prime minister believes new funds will tackle the Covid backlog - but refuses to set targets.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 08:55:04 GMT
Mercury Prize: Sault and Arlo Parks among favourites to win album award
Arlo Parks, Sault and Laura Mvula are the bookmakers' tips to be named album of the year later.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 22:46:54 GMT
'My flight home was booked for two weeks ago'
British teenager Emma Raducanu expresses her surprise at her run to the US Open semi-finals, having had flights back to the UK booked a fortnight ago.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 05:21:18 GMT
How green is Scotland's space industry?
Scotland's thriving space sector is trying to have a reduced impact on the planet.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 14:38:17 GMT
Why tax pay packets more and not property?
The pandemic response has spurred a greater willingness to tax wages rather than property.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 14:13:20 GMT
Social care: 'It's too late for my mum, her house has been sold'
Some people who have paid tens of thousands of pounds on social care feel let down by the new plans.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 16:08:37 GMT
Fortnite gamer's mum becomes pro herself
Anne Fish began as her son's manager and has just signed a professional gaming contract.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 05:11:15 GMT
From council house to royal palace: My life as the Queen’s piper
Pipe Major Scott Methven held one of the most prestigious jobs in the piping world, a role which dates back to Queen Victoria’s reign.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 20:19:06 GMT
National Television Awards: Stars hit the red carpet
It's the first big awards night for British TV since the pandemic began.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 11:19:46 GMT
Rio Ferdinand: 'I have to explain the monkey emoji to my kids'
Former England footballer Rio Ferdinand tells MPs about his experience of online hate and racism.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 18:45:35 GMT
Genesis: Tour ‘putting it to bed’ after 54 years
The singer is returning on tour with Genesis despite ongoing health problems.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 23:12:32 GMT
Leicestershire sisters on track for Olympic glory
Indienne and Shaikira have both recently been crowned national champions.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:32:22 GMT
Boris Johnson on need to address NHS wait times
Boris Johnson says around 9m treatments could be funded by proposed government investment.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 04:18:08 GMT
The Papers: Mass booster warning and anger over benefit cuts
The Oxford jab creator's doubts about third doses and Universal Credit concerns lead the papers.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 05:06:13 GMT
Autistic boy knocked unconscious by fellow students
Jeremiah required hospital treatment after being attacked on his way home from school.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 17:21:28 GMT
Scotland to launch vaccine passports on 1 October
Plans to only allow fully vaccinated people into nightclubs and other large events are approved by MSPs.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 06:20:05 GMT
Covid-19: Schools safe for children and staff, says CMO
Sir Michael McBride says there is a "certainty of long-term harm to many children" from not attending school.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 05:00:32 GMT
Afghanistan: First refugees arrive in Wales after Taliban coup
Those arriving in the country have directly supported Welsh-based armed forces in Afghanistan.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 05:48:39 GMT
Wiltshire PCC criticises Stonewall trans policy on women-only areas
Wiltshire chief Philip Wilkinson says it "is a matter of public security and not inclusiveness".



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