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Six arrested amid massive anti-lockdown protests in London

Eight police officers were injured during yesterday's demonstration in the British capital, which up to 10,000 people are thought to have attended.

25/04/2021

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As lockdown lifts, pandemic pet-lovers prove fair-weather friends

During the lockdown, dog's homes couldn't re-house pets fast enough. Now, they're seeing pet owners give their animals back.

25/04/2021

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UK's Boris Johnson faces questions over flat refurbishment funding

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing questions about the refurbishment of his flat on London's Downing Street amid allegations by his former advisor.

24/04/2021

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Liverpool, Manchester United fans protest against American owners

Fans of Liverpool and Manchester United called for the removal of their clubs' American owners during protests outside their stadiums prompted by the ill-fated European Super League project on Saturday.

24/04/2021

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UK policy to deport EU rough sleepers condemned as 'inhumane'

The Home Office has published guidance on how to implement new immigration rules that could see non-UK nationals sleeping rough lose permission to remain in the country

21/04/2021

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London Design museum opens mini-supermarket

With the help of artist Camille Walala, the London Design Museum has transformed its gift shop into a supermarket selling a range of products designed by emerging artists to highlight the importance of creativity.

21/04/2021

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Queen Elizabeth turns 95, days after funeral of Prince Philip

This year's birthday will be overshadowed by the death of Prince Philip, her husband of 73 years.

20/04/2021

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Clashes in N.Ireland after protests over Brexit 'protocol'

Clashes break out in Northern Ireland as pro-UK unionists hit the streets against the post-Brexit "protocol" for the British province

20/04/2021

Conscious Travel

A guide to the UK’s best routes for walkers and cyclists

After months of confinement, a movement-filled holiday out in nature is the perfect summer adventure

20/04/2021

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Boris Johnson enjoys post-lockdown pint

Boris Johnson enjoys post-lockdown pint, but Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer thrown out of Bath pub in lockdown row.

19/04/2021

Money

The UK is considering a new 'Britcoin' digital currency

The UK has become the latest country to look into the potential of having a central bank-backed digital currency, following similar moves by China and Sweden.

19/04/2021

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Jose Mourinho sacked as Tottenham manager days before cup final

Jose Mourinho sacked as Tottenham manager days before cup final

19/04/2021

Sci-tech

Garden pod provides answer to home working needs

An architectural firm in London has created a space that is intended to meet the needs of people who have to work from home during the pandemic.

18/04/2021

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Minute of silence in London's Piccadilly Circus in homage to Prince Ph

People pay their respects to Prince Philip in London's Piccadilly Circus as Britain fall silent in a one-minute's silence in memory of the Duke of Edinburgh.

17/04/2021

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In pictures: British royal consort laid to rest

The Duke of Edinburgh was laid to rest in a funeral service steeped in military tradition on Saturday. Here are some of the highlights of the day's ceremonies.

17/04/2021

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Prince Philip funeral: Duke remembered as man of 'courage'

The Duke of Edinburgh died at the age of 99 on April 9.

17/04/2021

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'Peaky Blinders' actress Helen McCrory dies of cancer at 52

Her husband, actor Damian Lewis, said McCrory died "peacefully at home" after a "heroic battle with cancer."

16/04/2021

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All the details of Prince Philip's COVID-friendly, 'no fuss' farewell

With no state ceremony, a custom-built hearse and a 30-person guest list, the Duke of Edinburgh's adieu will look a little different to other royal funerals.

16/04/2021

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UK reports 77 cases of COVID variant first detected in India

Some 77 cases of a variant thought to be behind a recent surge of infections in India have been detected in the UK.

16/04/2021

Destinations

Here's why UK's Yorkshire Dales is the 'best national park in Europe'

The UK’s Yorkshire Dales has been voted as the best National Park in Europe. Jack Ramage heads to the hills to find out why.

15/04/2021

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Welsh river turns white after milk tanker crashes into it

"An unknown quantity" of milk flowed into the river, officials said.

15/04/2021

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Queen returns to royal duties after death of Prince Philip

The 94-year-old British monarch attended a retirement ceremony for a senior royal official on Tuesday, according to the Court Circular.

14/04/2021

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Mix and match COVID vaccine study expanded to include Moderna, Novavax

The aim of the study is to assess how well people's immune systems respond when their second "boost" dose is a different type of vaccine to their first "prime" dose.

14/04/2021

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London Zoo reopens to public after latest lockdown closure

Visitors returned to ZSL London Zoo Monday (12 April 2021) as the attraction reopened to the public for the first time since its closure on 4 January, for the third national lockdown

13/04/2021

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UK COVID variant not more dangerous than original, say studies

Two teams of researchers in the UK found the new strain discovered in September 2020 has higher transmission rates but does not lead to more severe symptoms than the original.

13/04/2021

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UK government to investigate David Cameron's lobbying for Greensill

The British government has launched an independent inquiry into David Cameron's lobbying for Greensill.

12/04/2021