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Inaction leaves world playing ‘Russian roulette’ with pandemics, say experts
New coalition calls on governments to tackle root cause of emerging infections – the destruction of natureCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageGovernments must fill a major gap in post-Covid recovery plans with action on the root cause of pandemics – the destruction of nature – a new coalition of health and environment groups has warned.Crucial investments and actions are missing, the Preventing Pandemics at the Source coalition said, leaving the world playing an “ill-fated game of Russian roulette with pathogens”. Continue reading...
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Alone in a crowd: is it time to rethink the city? – in pictures
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Paying nurses properly doesn't chime with the Tories' post-Covid vision for society | Zoe Williams
The government’s derisory 1% NHS offer shows they have no plans to rebalance the UK in favour of those who deserve better As children across the UK return to school, to classrooms of varying ventilation and not-yet-necessarily-vaccinated teachers, as nurses swallow their real-terms pay cut and carry on working, a pattern emerges: this is a government crossing the road to start a fight.It would not have involved a vast recalibration to add teachers to the priority list for vaccinations. Indeed, given that the vaccine is all that stands between us and the pandemic worsening, and as we watch schools reopening with bated breath to see what it does to transmission, it would have been eminently plausible to make the public health case for giving teachers a jab, without even muddying the waters with questions of gratitude or how left wing their unions are. Continue reading...
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There will never be a cuttlefish in the cabinet – and that makes me sad | Emma Beddington
Octopuses and their relatives are remarkably clever and controlled. How many of our top politicians can say the same?Back in the gentler days of the internet, before it was just bots and people shouting at tea, I had a blog, and through it, occasional exchanges with a woman I described as my “cephalopod correspondent”. She would write, sharing interesting titbits about squid behaviour, cuttlefish news and, once, a picture of “an Octopus cyanea on a penny”.I think of her often now, as every week it seems we learn something spectacular about the tentacular. Octopuses are competent and creative problem-solvers, can master mazes, and frequently escape from captivity. They can even predict the outcome of football matches (OK, possibly not, but octopus Paul’s strike rate was impressive). Our collective fascination only deepened with last year’s Netflix documentary My Octopus Teacher, a lovely exploration of the curiosity and resourcefulness of one uncommonly touching common octopus. Perhaps even better was the relatable recent revelation that octopuses sometimes punch their fish co-workers when on joint hunting missions: it has certainly deepened my respect for them. Continue reading...
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Acts of Desperation by Megan Nolan review – fierce novel of obsessive love
The Irish writer’s debut conjures an unhealthy relationship with passion, wit and insightThere are toxic relationships, and then there’s the relationship at the centre of Megan Nolan’s fearless debut. From compulsive beginning to violent end, the love affair between the novel’s narrator, a young university dropout in Dublin about whom we learn everything – everything – but her name, and the older Ciaran, a half-Danish poet, is supremely messed up.For a start, there’s the sheer weight of expectation that Nolan’s heroine brings to it. Love is “the great consolation”, she insists. She finds Ciaran so beautiful she worships him, rhapsodising about his truffle-scented mouth. Readers may not be so charmed. For a start, he doesn’t like modern fiction. He also loathes seeing his girlfriend drunk, which is problematic given that she marked the night of their meeting by getting so lit she burst the blood vessels around her eyes throwing up. Continue reading...
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Why was the warranty on my £469 scooter a non-starter?
When it failed because of ‘damp and cold weather’, a repair was a no-goI purchased a Xiaomi Mi electric scooter for £469 from Halfords on 1 July 2020. As the weather got colder I noticed it was losing power and speed, and at Christmas it completely stopped working and charging. It is under a two- year warranty.I contacted Halfords and returned the scooter as requested. I have been told that I must pay £285 for a repair as it was “out of warranty” due to liquid damage. Continue reading...
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Alex Salmond ally claimed he had been told name of accuser, MSPs hear
Former civil servant says Geoff Aberdein told her the name of one complainer was leaked to him in March 2018A former civil servant has told MSPs one of Alex Salmond’s allies claimed he was leaked the name of an official who accused the ex-first minister of sexual harassment.Lorraine Kay, who worked in Salmond’s private office for five years, said Geoff Aberdein told her the name was leaked to him by a senior government official in early March 2018 and shared that name with her. Continue reading...
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Gender equality at BioNTech made 'impossible possible' with Covid jab
Dr Ozlem Tureci says gender equality in the team made the 'seemingly impossible possible' creating a jab in just 11 months
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“I was rushed to hospital” Liverpool’s worst seasons, and sackings that followed
Liverpool are currently languishing in eighth place in the Premier League, and if they were to finish there it would match their worst ever campaigns since they've been in the top-flight
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Shaw's recovery from fat-shaming and Mourinho criticism to be Man Utd's main man
Luke Shaw has been in excellent form for Manchester United this season and impressed in the Manchester derby over the weekend
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Coronation Street spoilers: Natasha Blakeman returns with an offer for Nick Tilsley
Natasha's back to collect Sam, but will that mean Nick has to say goodbye to him?
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Coronation Street star Vinta Morgan opens up on being racially profiled at 11 years old
'You don’t allow these things to dampen your ability to thrive, but also you want to be part of change and help things to be better.'
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Guardiola and Klopp have shown Man United how to handle goalkeeper dilemma
Dean Henderson proved a more than capable deputy for David de Gea in the Manchester derby.
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James Argent says he's on the road to recovery and 'positive' about the future
TOWIE star James Argent ballooned to over 26 stone when he stopped exercising in lockdown and now he has thanked his rehab team as he looks to get his life back on track
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Royal Family: ‘The fairytale has been shattered’ says American political commentator
THE ROYAL FAMILY is seen as an institution that houses racism and systemic racism according to an American political commentator.
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‘Incredibly rare’ meteorite recovered after Gloucestershire fireball believed to be first of its kind in UK
Extra-terrestrial rock could provide answers about early history of Solar System and what planets are made from
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Piers Morgan walks off GMB as Alex Beresford calls his behaviour 'diabolical'
Good Morning Britain presenter Alex Beresford called out Piers Morgan for his comments about Meghan Markle and Prince Harry following their interview with Oprah
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The ‘forgotten frontline’ putting themselves at risk to keep children safe
A social worker has lifted the lid on the serious incidents of physical domestic violence that have increased to a ‘worrying level’ under lockdowns
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Recovered addict fears 'pressure' to live with drug users will make him relapse
Zamal Ali, 46, lived with hard drugs for 21 years but was able to kick the habit and has been clean of both crack cocaine and heron for two and a half years
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Harry Dunn suspect willing to do community service, says lawyer
Anne Sacoolas returned to the US claiming diplomatic immunity following fatal car crashThe suspect in the death of Harry Dunn would be willing to undertake community service in the US and make a “contribution” in his memory as well as meet his family, her lawyer has said.Anne Sacoolas has “never denied” responsibility for the road collision that killed the 19-year-old motorcyclist, lawyer Amy Jeffress said. Continue reading...
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From Maxine Peake to Ian McKellen: The many takes on Hamlet
With the 81-year-old McKellen primed to take on Shakespeare’s most famous role once again, Paul Taylor explores a hero who is nowhere near his sell-by date
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Tuesday briefing: School's back but proceed with caution – PM
People must still follow ‘stay at home’ message … palace under pressure after Meghan and Harry interview … true toll of French nuclear testsHello, Warren Murray with news in the key of gee that’s interesting. Continue reading...
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Walking round the world in a day – in Ljubljana, Slovenia
Unable to travel, this Ljubljana-based writer decided to explore his home city by walking from embassy to embassy ‘Would you go round the world with me?” I asked a friend on the phone.“Wow! But the pandemic …” she said. Continue reading...
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Bale draws inspiration from first Tottenham spell to deliver on Giggs prediction
Gareth Bale has scored six goals and provided three assists in his last six appearances in all competitions for Tottenham Hotspur
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The power of Wigan Warriors on show as the community foundation unites fans
The club launched Warriors Unite this month, an initiative to help supporters during the pandemic.
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Grief is the thing with guitars: How indie music is tackling death in the age of Covid
After the death of his father, Ed Power finds artists such as The Anchoress, David Balfe and others have been confronting grief in all its disorienting, gut-punching power, creating albums that speak to our time
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TV tonight: celebrities face off in the charity Bake Off tent
Daisy Ridley, Rob Beckett, Alexandra Burke and Tom Allen try to impress the judges. Plus: DNA Family Secrets. Here’s what to watch this evening Continue reading...
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Mexico protests against attacks on women turn violent, as tension with president escalates
Protester’s angry that López Obrador has supported politician accused of sexual assault are calling for greater protections for womenWomen marching on International Women’s Day have clashed with police at barricades surrounding the National Palace in Mexico City, where officers fired pepper spray after the protesters attempted to tear down a metal wall.Mexico’s president, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, installed the metal wall around the National Palace in advance of the 8 March protests – a barricade his spokesperson called a “peace wall” – saying he wanted to protect government property from vandalism. Continue reading...
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