Only Fools and Horses actor John Challis dies aged 79
Actor John Challis, who played Boycie in Only Fools And Horses, has died at the age of 79.
His family said in a statement he passed away "peacefully in his sleep, after a long battle with cancer".
A statement from the family said: "It is with heavy hearts that we bring you such sad news.
"Our dear friend and yours, John Challis, has died peacefully in his sleep, after a long battle with cancer."
The Bristol-born actor, who was born in 1942, had an extensive television career.
He was best known for playing Terrance Aubrey "Boycie" Boyce in the long-running BBC sitcom.
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September 19, 2021
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Jimmy Greaves: Tottenham record scorer dies at the age of 81
Former England, Tottenham and Chelsea striker Jimmy Greaves has died at the age of 81.
In May 2015, Greaves suffered a stroke which left him wheelchair-bound and with severely impaired speech.
Tottenham said he had died at home on Sunday morning.
Hotspurs have announced the sad news and extended their sympathies to the former striker’s family.
The Premier League club tweeted: “We are extremely saddened to learn of the passing of the great Jimmy Greaves. We extend our deepest sympathies to Jimmy’s family and friends at this sad time. Rest in peace, Jimmy.”
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September 19, 2021
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Russian elections: Protestors detained as they manifest in Moscow
The footage captures the detention of people protesting against Putin’s government in Pushkin Square in Moscow, Russia.
The demonstrations took place on September 18, the day before Russia’s parliamentary election.
Most vocal Kremlin critics have been barred from running on these elections and opposition leader Alexi Navalny, jailed, had hoped to challenge President Vladimir Putin’s United Russia party with the help of the app ‘Smart Voting’.
The app, which would have helped voters understand who to vote for in order to beat the Kremlin-aligned politicians, was removed from Apple and Google stores on Friday when Russians started casting their ballots.
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September 18, 2021
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Kabul bombing: Two injured in Afghanistan capital’s explosion
Footage captures the aftermath of a sticky bomb explosion in Kabul, Afghanistan on Saturday, September 18.
Afghanistan police officials have confirmed that this explosion injured a few people.
It still isn’t immediately clear what the target of the bomb was or whether any Taliban officials were amongst the wounded.
This comes as a series of three explosives set off around the country, targeting Taliban vehicles in the capital of Afghanistan’s eastern Nangarhar province.
There is no evidence that any of these explosions might be connected at this point. However, the attacks on Taliban’s vehicles have left three dead and 20 wounded.
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September 18, 2021
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Arc de Triomphe wrapped in new art installation
The city of Paris on Saturday unveiled a monumental artwork built around an actual monument: the Arc de Triomphe completely wrapped in silver and blue fabric.
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September 18, 2021
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Police officer feared for his life as suspect pointed ‘gun’ at his face
A police officer has told of the moment he feared for his life after a man apparently pointed a gun at his face and threatened to shoot him.
Sergeant Tony Webb, of West Midlands Police, was with a colleague responding to reports of a disturbance in Erdington, Birmingham, at just before midnight on April 13 when he saw a man grabbing a woman by the neck then throwing her to the floor and kicking her in the ribs.
Sgt Webb chased him to a property before the suspect turned and pointed a handgun-shaped object at his face and threatened to “blast” him.
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September 18, 2021
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Unvaccinated students urged to get Covid jab during freshers’ week
Unvaccinated university students have been urged to get a Covid jab during freshers’ week to protect themselves and their peers against the virus.
The NHS’s top doctor has called on freshers to get the vaccine at pop-up clinics and walk-in centres set up by universities before their courses begin.
The plea comes as thousands of students are arriving at university campuses across the UK over the next few weeks.
Professor Stephen Powis, national medical director of NHS England, said: “Starting university is a really exciting time and getting your Covid vaccine means you will be armed with maximum protection against the virus.
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September 18, 2021
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France recalls US and Australia ambassadors in protest over submarine deal
France is immediately recalling its ambassadors to the US and Australia after Australia scrapped a big French conventional submarine purchase in favour of nuclear subs built with US technology.
It was the first time ever France has recalled its ambassador to the US, according to the French foreign ministry.
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September 18, 2021
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Pep Guardiola refuses to apologise for comments about Man City fans
Pep Guardiola refused to back down over his comments about Manchester City fans’ support
The manager was criticised for encouraging fans to turn up in greater numbers yesterday (Friday) for the club's clash against Southampton after 38,062 watched City beat RB Leipzig on Wednesday.
Kevin Parker, general secretary of the club's official supporters' group, suggested Guardiola was out of touch.
"Mr Parker should review the comments," Guardiola said.
"I will not apologise to him, absolutely not. I'm not going to apologise for what I said. I love this club, I am part of this club, otherwise, I would not be in my sixth season here."
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September 18, 2021
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Newborn red panda name revealed after undergoing first health check
An endangered red panda kit has been named after undergoing her first health check at a UK zoo.
Ruby was born in July at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland's Edinburgh Zoo.
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September 18, 2021
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Transport Secretary Grant Shapps explains the new travel rules as restrictions are eased
Transport Secretary Grant Shapps explains how the traffic light system for international travel is to be scrapped along with changes to testing from October 4.
It comes following complaints from travelers and businesses who said that the former regulations aimed at staving off the spread of Covid-19 were cumbersome and ineffective.
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September 17, 2021
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US military says Kabul drone strike that killed 10 civilians was a 'tragic mistake'
The U.S. military has officially said that a drone strike in Kabul last month killed as many 10 civilians, including seven children, and it apologized for what the Pentagon said was a tragic mistake.
Senior U.S. officers had said the August 29 strike that took place as foreign forces completed the last stages of their withdrawal from Afghanistan targeted an Islamic State suicide bomber who posed an imminent threat to Kabul airport.
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September 17, 2021
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Amber list scrapped as international travel rules eased
The traffic light system for international travel is to be scrapped and the number of countries from which returning travellers will be required to quarantine in a hotel is to be cut, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has announced
From October 4, there will be a single red list of countries from where travellers to England must stay in a Government-supervised hotel – with Turkey, Pakistan and the Maldives all removed from the line-up.
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September 17, 2021
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Watch again: U.S. Capitol Police brief media on 'Justice for J6' rally
US Supporters of the defendants being prosecuted for their actions at the U.S. Capitol last January 6 hold a "Justice for J6" rally in the area between Union Station and the Capitol. The Metropolitan Police Department has postponed vacation days requested by its officers for that day and will place its entire force on an emergency mobilization.
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September 17, 2021
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Live: U.S. Capitol Police brief media on 'Justice for J6' rally
US Supporters of the defendants being prosecuted for their actions at the U.S. Capitol last January 6 hold a "Justice for J6" rally in the area between Union Station and the Capitol. The Metropolitan Police Department has postponed vacation days requested by its officers for that day and will place its entire force on an emergency mobilization.
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September 17, 2021
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Live: Thousands of white flags unveiled to honour US Covid deaths
A ceremony is being held to open an exhibition of more than 640,000 white flags, which had been placed across 20 acres of the National Mall in honour of those Americans who died of Covid-19.
The artist who conceived the project, Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg, is expected to deliver remarks.
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September 17, 2021
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Tasmanian devil mother carries around babies on her back
Adorable footage of a mother Tasmanian Devil rounding up her rambunctious children and giving them a "piggy-back" has been shared by Healesville Sanctuary in Australia.
Rosalind gave birth to her litter of joeys only five months ago as part of the "Save the Tasmanian Devil" breeding recovery program, which aims to increase the numbers of the critically endangered species.
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September 17, 2021
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Prince William announces first ever Earthshot Prize finalists
HRH Prince William announces the 15 finalists in the first ever Earthshot Prize, an initiative encouraging innovative environmental solutions to the greatest challenges facing the planet.
From these 15 finalists, the five winners will be selected by The Earthshot Prize Council. Each winner will receive £1 million in prize money and the ceremony will take place on October 17.
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September 17, 2021
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Pelosi says breakdown of NI Protocol would be ‘problematic’ for UK-US relations
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has warned that any breakdown of the Good Friday Agreement would jeopardise the relations between the UK and US, and make any potential trade deal very unlikely.
Pelosi made the remarks at London’s Chatham House in a speech on the “state of American democracy” a day after she held talks with Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
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September 17, 2021
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Teenager breaks world record for quickest 'limbo skate'
A teenager from western India has broken the world record for the quickest ever limbo-skate.
The impressive activity involves doing the splits while roller-skating under bars just inches from the ground.
Shristi Dharmendra Sharma, 17, slid under 10 bars in just 1.69 seconds, setting a new Guinness World Record.
The teenager, who competes nationally in roller hockey and short track ice speed skating, holds four other world records.
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September 17, 2021
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