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'As a black woman, I basically take a knee every day,' says world champion Asher-Smith

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 23:30
Dina Asher-Smith says sporting excellence is how she shows her "vibrancy" as a black woman, as she prepares to start her 2021 season.

Boohoo in talks to buy Dorothy Perkins, Wallis and Burton brands

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 23:03
The online fashion retailer would take on the brands but not the shops from failed retail group Arcadia.

GameStop: Confused investors inundate Robin Hood society

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 21:41
Thousands mistake the group for a US trading platform that curbed the buying of shares in GameStop.

Some pupils could return to school in Wales after half term

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 21:23
Some primary school children could start a phased return if Covid cases continue to fall.

GB shooter Ruth Mwandumba on making lasting change in her sport

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 21:08
Great Britain shooter and Generation Next athlete Ruth Mwandumba wants to make lasting change in her sport.

Covid: AstraZeneca contract must be published, says European Commission chief

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 21:05
Ursula von der Leyen's call follows a row over the firm's deal to supply its Covid jab to the EU.

Covid-19: Vaccine trial results 'exciting' and hopes of return for some pupils in Wales

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 20:38
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Friday morning.

Celtic chief executive Lawwell to retire after 17 years in role

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 20:21
Celtic chief executive Peter Lawwell is to retire from his position at the end of June, with Dominic McKay moving from Scottish Rugby as his replacement.

Digital divide 'locking children out of education'

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 19:46
Barnardo's says "urgent action" is needed to help low-income families with the cost of online learning.

One of the great Test centuries - Pietersen's Mumbai masterpiece in his own words

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 19:19
As England prepare to face India, former England batsman Kevin Pietersen talks BBC Sport through his iconic 186.

Pioneering US actress Cicely Tyson dies aged 96

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 18:35
She was known for playing strong African-American characters during a career spanning seven decades.

Australian Open tennis players begin to exit hotel quarantine

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 18:16
They have spent 14 days in isolation under anti-Covid measures that have drawn criticism and praise.

China warns Taiwan independence 'means war' as US pledges support

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 17:47
The warning comes days after China stepped up military activities near the self-governed island.

Parenting during lockdown is exhausting, says Kate

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 17:05
The Duchess of Cambridge spoke about home schooling her children during a call with other parents.

Special UK visa for Hong Kong residents from Sunday

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 15:27
The PM says it honoured the UK's "profound ties of history and friendship" with the ex-British colony.

Covid-19: 'Less exercise and more TV' than first lockdown

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 14:57
People are spending less time on hobbies and volunteering in the current lockdown, researchers say.

Covid: Data shows outbreaks in England's offices in lockdown

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 14:36
Under England's lockdown rules, in force since 6 January, people should work from home if they can.

Coronavirus: How the UK dealt with its first Covid case

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 14:05
A year ago, the UK was yet to record a Covid case. Then a family rang NHS 111 from a hotel in York.

Ralph Fiennes and Carey Mulligan re-make history in Netflix film The Dig

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 14:05
Ralph Fiennes and Carey Mulligan discuss history, archaeology, Indiana Jones and their new film.

Mother and baby homes: Eamon Martin supports public inquiry

Fri, 29/01/2021 - 13:36
Archbishop of Armagh, Eamon Martin, also agrees that victims should be entitled to compensation.

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