The Darfur migrants still seeking safety and economic security in UK - BBC News
It is 17 years since the Darfur conflict began in western Sudan. It led to hundreds of thousands of deaths and charges of genocide against Sudan's former president.
The worst of the violence was more than a decade ago and the UK has granted asylum to some of those fleeing continuing instability in Darfur.
However many more migrants from there are still determined to reach the UK — hoping to find safety and economic security.
Mishal Husain presents BBC News at Ten reporting from Fergal Keane, who reported from Darfur in 2004. He's been talking to two cousins who are from Darfur - and now find themselves on different sides of the Channel.
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July 12, 2020
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More than 70 workers contract coronavirus at farm in Herefordshire - BBC News
Around 200 workers at a vegetable farm in Herefordshire are having to self isolate after more than 70 of them tested positive for Covid-19.
The outbreak was identified after mass testing of the workers, who are from Eastern Europe. Public Health England says it is the first serious outbreak on a farm.
Mishal Husain presents BBC News at Ten reporting from Joan Cummins.
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July 12, 2020
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Confusion over masks policy after UK minister says they should not be compulsory - BBC News
Two days after Boris Johnson signalled a stricter approach to face coverings in England, one of his most senior ministers has said he believes they should not be made compulsory in shops.
Michael Gove, the Cabinet Office minister, said he trusted people's common sense and that it was “good manners” to wear a mask in a shop. Labour has called for clarity.
Currently masks are mandatory on public transport in England. In Scotland they must also be worn in shops. In Wales, wearing a face covering is recommended but not compulsory, wherever social distancing is difficult.
Mishal Husain presents BBC News at Ten reporting from Business Correspondent Katy Austin and Medical Correspondent Fergus Walsh.
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July 12, 2020
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Coronavirus: Donald Trump finally wears mask in public - BBC News
US President Donald Trump has worn a mask in public for the first time since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
The president was visiting the Walter Reed military hospital outside Washington, where he met wounded soldiers and health care workers.
"I've never been against masks but I do believe they have a time and a place," he said as he left the White House.
He has previously said that he would not wear a mask and mocked Democratic rival Joe Biden for doing so.
But on Saturday he said: "I think when you're in a hospital, especially in that particular setting, where you're talking to a lot of soldiers and people that, in some cases, just got off the operating tables, I think it's a great thing to wear a mask."
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July 12, 2020
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Former British Islamic State fighter killed in prison in Syria - BBC News
A former fighter with the Islamic State group has died in a prison run by Kurdish forces in a region of Syria that they control.
The BBC has learned that Ishak Mostefaoui was killed in the notorious Hasakah prison where many IS fighters are held. Reliable sources have said that he lost his life, either in a riot or having been shot while trying to escape.
He had left the UK to fight against the Syrian regime in 2014. His British citizenship was later revoked.
Reeta Chakrabarti presents BBC News reporting by Home Affairs Correspondent Daniel Sandford.
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July 11, 2020
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Coronavirus: Escaping to space in lockdown - BBC News
An astronomer and an astrophotographer have been using their knowledge of space to escape the effects of lockdown during the coronavirus pandemic.
Armed with a telescope and a camera, Rob Tilsley and Chris Wright have been capturing the night sky around Devon and Cornwall.
They said it was a way of connecting with people around the world, as well as alleviating mental health anxieties.
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July 11, 2020
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'Our Irish island is the last stop before America' - BBC News
A couple from Dublin has left city life behind to take up residence on one of Ireland’s most remote Islands.
The Great Blasket Island is off the cost of County Kerry and is the most westerly point in Europe.
In recent years a number of the houses have been restored and tourists have been welcomed back to the island.
An advertisement for two vacancies as caretakers attracted more than 23,000 applications from around the world.
The successful candidates were Eoin Boyle and Annie Birney from Dublin.
Ms Birney says it’s still sinking in.
“Every morning we wake up and there is a massive seal colony on the beach right on our doorstep and the next thing you look out your window and a donkey is walking past, you don’t know what you’ll see next.”
The couple will live in accommodation on the island until October and run the island's coffee shop and private cottages.
Video journalist: Niall McCracken
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July 11, 2020
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Battle of Britain: The schoolgirl who helped design the Spitfire - BBC News
Meet the young mathematician who helped design the Spitfire, the iconic aircraft that took part in the Battle of Britain, which started 80 years ago.
Hazel Hill helped her father do the calculations that meant Spitfires could be built with eight guns instead of four. Many believe this made a big difference to the outcome of the Battle of Britain.
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July 11, 2020
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25 years after Srebrenica massacre, genocide-denial lives on - BBC News
25 years ago the worst atrocity in Europe since the Nazis took place — the murder of 8,000 Bosnian Muslim men and boys at Srebrenica, by Bosnian-Serb forces.
Every year, the anniversary is marked by a mass gathering and dozens of funerals, as more bodies are identified and returned to their families.
But even now, after the recovery of thousands of victims and war-crimes trials for a number of those responsible, some still deny that the genocide took place.
Clive Myrie presents BBC News at Ten reporting from Special Correspondent Allan Little, who at the time reported extensively on the Bosnian war for the BBC.
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July 10, 2020
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Baby deaths scandal: 300 new cases investigated at two hospitals - BBC News
There are new, disturbing revelations concerning two troubled hospitals at the centre of a baby deaths scandal, potentially dating back several decades.
An independent review into claims that children and mothers died, or were permanently harmed by care failures, at Telford's Princess Royal and the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital, is now looking at 300 more cases.
It takes the total number of cases under investigation to 1,500 over a 40 year period.
It follows concerns raised again by the Care Quality Commission about wider hospital services at the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust.
Clive Myrie presents a BBC News at Ten exclusive report from Social Affairs Correspondent Michael Buchanan.
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July 10, 2020
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Tighter rules on face coverings likely says Boris Johnson- BBC News
Boris Johnson says he may have to tighten the rules on face coverings in England, encouraging their use in confined spaces, like shops.
At the moment they're only mandatory on public transport, but the Prime Minister says the scientific advice on masks has shifted.
Speaking during an online question and answer session at Downing Street, he also urged people to go back to work if they can, instead of working from home.
Face coverings are now mandatory in shops in Scotland, as well as on public transport there, with the First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, saying it's an important public health initiative.
Clive Myrie presents BBC News at Ten reporting from Science Editor David Shukman and Political Correspondent Alex Forsyth.
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July 10, 2020
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Coronavirus: How Mexican cartels are taking advantage of pandemic - BBC News
Mexico is one of the countries most badly affected by coronavirus in Latin America.
A months long shutdown has left many unable to work, with the government accused of not doing enough to help.
Now, some of Mexico’s powerful drug cartels are trying to step in to fill the void.
The BBC secured exclusive access to one cartel trying to win over the hearts and minds of Mexico’s poor.
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July 10, 2020
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Trump: Supreme Court ruling a 'witch hunt' and 'hoax' - BBC News
The US Supreme Court has ruled that President Trump's financial records can be examined by prosecutors in New York.
In a related case, the court ruled that this information did not have to be shared with Congress.
The president has come under fire for not making his tax returns public like his predecessors.
White House Press secretary Kayleigh McEnany insisted his tax returns would be made available after they have finished being audited.
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July 10, 2020
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One metre social distancing - what does it look like? - BBC News
The UK government is advising people to practise social distancing, but the distance varies depending on where you live.
In Scotland and England, you are now allowed to socially distance at 'one metre plus', but the advice is still to stick to two metres where you can, to protect yourself from catching coronavirus.
In Wales the advice is to always stick to two metres but in Northern Ireland, one metre social distancing is allowed.
But it can be hard to know exactly what that looks like.
The BBC's health correspondent Laura Foster helps explain the best ways to keep safe and keep the correct distance away from other people.
Video by Laura Foster, Ameer Ahmed and Terry Saunders
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July 10, 2020
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What are the questions for Ghislaine Maxwell? - BBC News
The arrest of Jeffrey Epstein's former girlfriend Ghislaine Maxwell has reignited interest in her and her alleged role in Epstein's abuse of minors.
She’s facing charges relating to the events of 1994-97, when she was among Epstein’s closest associates.
Ros Atkins has taken a look at the many remaining questions for Ghislaine Maxwell, in the latest of his weekly reports for the BBC News YouTube channel.
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July 10, 2020
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Britain's colonial legacy in Ireland under spotlight after Black Lives Matter protests - BBC News
Continuing controversy over the future of some public statues, and protests by the Black Lives Matter movement, are shining a new light on aspects of Britain’s imperial past.
For the latest in a series of reports considering the legacy of imperialism, Sophie Raworth presents BBC News at Ten reporting by Fergal Keane, who has been to the province of Munster in the Republic of Ireland, one of the early testing grounds of British colonialism.
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July 09, 2020
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Gyms, pools and beauty salons to re-open in England - BBC News
Lockdown restrictions are being eased again in England. The government says leisure facilities and beauty salons can reopen gradually over the coming weeks.
On 12 June outdoor swimming pools re-open along with some grassroots sports such as cricket.
On 14 June beauticians and tattooists, spas and tanning salons can open their doors again, although with restrictions for some high-risk treatments.
On 25 July indoor pools, gyms and other sports facilities will be able to re-open.
Restrictions are also being eased for the performing arts, with the return of live theatre and opera.
Sophie Raworth presents BBC News at Ten reporting from Sarah Corker in Oldham and Colleen Harris.
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July 09, 2020
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Boots and John Lewis cut thousands of jobs - BBC News
Two of the UK's biggest High Street retailers, John Lewis and Boots, have announced more than 5,000 job cuts.
4,000 jobs will go at Boots and 48 Boots Opticians stores will be closed.
1,300 jobs are at risk at John Lewis which is shutting eight of its stores, including one of its flagship shops in Birmingham.
It comes amid warnings that the Chancellor's massive new economic support package will not be enough to stop millions of workers losing their jobs.
Sophie Raworth presents BBC News at Ten reporting from Political Editor Laura Kuenssberg and Business Editor Simon Jack.
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July 09, 2020
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Coronavirus: The doctors helping save lives in two countries - BBC News
A group of British Pakistani doctors are using new technology, and what they’ve learnt from fighting coronavirus in the UK – to help their counterparts in Pakistan who are trying to tackle the disease. Using telemedicine portals they’ve been holding patient consultations, and even virtual intensive care rounds.
There have been around 240,000 cases, and close to 5,000 deaths from Covid-19 in Pakistan so far – though with low levels of testing the figure could be much higher. Secunder Kermani reports.
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July 09, 2020
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Black Lives Matter: What is systemic racism? Kids’ questions answered - BBC News
BBC Young reporter: https://www.youtube.com/bbcyoungreporter
What is systemic racism, are the issues in the US and UK the same, and what can we do to make a difference?
We put children's questions on the Black Lives Matter movement to a politician, a historian and an academic.
Produced by Alex Dackevych in collaboration with BBC Young Reporter.
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July 09, 2020
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"Systemic racism... this cycle continues and it needs to stop. If you don't break the chain then who will?" Damon Lamar Reed's mural exposing the chain of racism around society is one of many painted by street artists across the US following the death of George Floyd. He says street art is a "very powerful tool" in the fight against racism. "It can help shift a culture, it can help change a narrative".
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"They are so special, there's nothing like them in the rest of Kenya or for that matter the rest of the world." Abdullahi Hussein Ali is on a mission to save Africa's hirola - one of the world's rarest antelope. They used to be a fairly common sight on the Kenya-Somalia border, but now only 500 remain. His conservation project hopes to change that.
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US President Donald Trump has been seen wearing a face covering in public for the first time since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. Speaking before his visit to Walter Reed military hospital outside Washington, he told reporters "I've never been against masks but I do believe they have a time and a place”. He’s previously mocked political rival Joe Biden for wearing one and said he would not put a mask on. The change of tone came as the US recorded 66,528 coronavirus cases on Saturday, a new daily record.
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Dr Ian Banks has not been able to hold his grandson Lorcán since he was a baby. That’s because Lorcán was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis - a genetic condition that can cause fatal lung damage. In a cruel twist of fate, Dr Banks has a long-term lung infection that could be deadly to his grandson. It also means he can no longer hug his daughter Jen, who is Lorcán's mother, due to the risk of cross-infection. But the family has been given fresh hope following news that a ground-breaking drug, Kaftrio, will become available on the NHS. Even though Lorcán might not be able to start taking it until he's a little bit older, his grandad says "I am looking forward to his sixth birthday because... that will be the first time since he was born I will be able to give him a hug."
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Comet Neowise streaks brightly over Stonehenge in the early hours of Sunday morning. ☄️ These pictures were taken by Jeff Overs (@oversnap) who only read about the comet yesterday and decided to drive to the famous prehistoric monument, knowing it would be a clear night, to try his luck at capturing it on camera. Jeff says when he got there “it was already right above the stones at midnight… As I stood there the moon rose to my side spectacularly crimson on the horizon - it doesn't get better than this.” Tap the link in our bio 👆 to read more about the comet which will come closest to the Earth on 23 July.
(📸 Jeff Overs)
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“I think it’s a great thing to wear a mask. I've never been against masks but I do believe they have a time and a place."
Donald Trump has worn a mask in public for the first time since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. The US president was visiting the Walter Reed military hospital outside Washington, where he met wounded soldiers and health care workers. He has previously said that he would not wear a mask and mocked Democratic rival Joe Biden for doing so. Mr Trump's change of tone came as the US recorded 66,528 coronavirus cases on Saturday, a new daily record. Tap the link in our bio 👆 to read the full story.
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"To have Sir Tom as our captain - it doesn't get any better than that."
Former footballer David Beckham has paid a visit to NHS fundraiser Captain Sir Tom Moore and named him the first member of the Lionhearts squad of heroes. 🦁 The initiative by the Football Association honours inspirational people who have gone above and beyond during the fight against coronavirus. Tap the link in our bio to find out more about Captain Tom. Earlier this year he raised more than £32m for the NHS by carrying out a 100-lap garden challenge at his home in Bedfordshire, UK, by his 100th birthday.
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'Twin' elephants in Sri Lanka, world's first 3D printed house in Belgium and 4G internet balloons take off over Kenya. 🐘🐘🏠🎈
Here are some of the stories you may have missed this week.
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Jada Pinkett Smith has confirmed she had a relationship with singer August Alsina. She told actor Will Smith what happened in a heartfelt discussion on her Facebook talk show. Jada said the relationship took place while the pair were separated. "We were over," she told him, “from there, as time went on, I got into a different kind of entanglement with August." Will and Jada have been married since 1997 and have two children together. They said they are now back together after a split. Tap the link in our bio 👆 to read the full story.
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"Where I live there are no male ballet dancers like me." Meet Anthony Mmesoma Madu, the 11-year-old challenging ballet stereotypes in Nigeria. After a video of him dancing in the rain went viral on social media, he says he hopes to help other boys understand that ballet is not "only for girls". His mum had no idea Anthony wanted to be a dancer, but now she’s seen his talent she says, “I have joy watching him dancing”.
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There's been a lot of news about illegal raves during lockdown, but where did they start and why are they booming during lockdown? From police clamp downs to conveys circling the M25, @BBCNewsbeat takes a look at the history of the scene which helped the likes of Fat Boy Slim, The Prodigy and The Chemical Brothers make their name. #Raves #Lockdown #BBCNews
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England World Cup hero and former Republic of Ireland boss Jack Charlton has died aged 85. He had been diagnosed with lymphoma in the last year and also had dementia. Tap the link in our bio 👆 to find out more about Jack who was one of English football's most popular characters. He was part of the England team that won the World Cup at Wembley in 1966, alongside his brother Bobby. He also made a record number of appearances for Leeds and achieved unprecedented success with the Republic of Ireland.
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