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If agreement on new restrictions is not reached, the PM could impose tier three rules.
The code-breaking hub is not "the war winner" many people think it is, says a history of spy agency GCHQ.
Work is under way to start trials in January where volunteers will be deliberately exposed to the virus.
Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday morning.
The aim is to help people travelling to destinations where a negative result is required on arrival.
One family in London say they received scores of long, repetitive calls from contact tracers.
The Republican and the Democratic campaigns accuse each other of trying to dodge tough questions.
Restrictions mean inmates can be in their cells for 23 hours a day, says the chief inspector of prisons.
At 104, Ruth Saunders is walking a charity marathon after being inspired by Captain Sir Tom Moore.
The Big Lebowski actor acknowledges it "is a serious disease" but says his prognosis is good.
Retail groups say the fees charged by credit card firms have almost doubled in two years.
Possible new restrictions for millions and a high non-Covid death toll lead the front pages.
Town residents pick Val-des-Sources to replace the moniker that paid homage to its mining history.
Viral image of Patrick Hutchinson helping a counter-protester transformed into music and poetry.
Amid fresh concern about overfishing, scientists say eating more jellyfish may give us benefits.
Oromos have complained of marginalisation but they are now increasingly assertive in their identity.
A new exhibition celebrates an "everyday" car that has divided opinion since 1980.
Seeing record-breaking numbers of knot take flight "should be on everybody's bucket list".
A BBC News Arabic investigation has uncovered systemic child abuse inside Islamic schools in Sudan.
The former PM's facial expressions show her reaction to cabinet minster's response on post-Brexit security.
Gemma Greensmith gave birth to daughter Raelyn in a lorry cab outside her Staffordshire home.
Why is it such a quiet week for Joe Biden and what can the Beastie Boys tell us about this election?
Mass rallies over the murder of a teacher mask growing dissent over the country's secular identity.
Salma left home when her family urged her to get an abortion. Later she challenged her mum's anti-black prejudice.
Remote-controlled vehicles are becoming increasingly common in the workplace.
The folk-singing sisters had to put their career on pause after their mother died unexpectedly.
New studies show an association between severe pollution and a spike in Covid-19 cases and deaths.
Sam Bull escaped a crash in which four people died, but the 28-year-old took his own life after suffering PTSD.
The app is not part of NHS Test and Trace, which said it would occasionally share some data.
Swimmers at a London lido aid understanding of what cold does to the body.
As the Champions League returns on Tuesday, BBC Sport's European football writers make their predictions.
BBC Sport looks at what the future could hold for Paris St-Germain's France star Kylian Mbappe and asks if the striker could join Real Madrid or Liverpool.
Derrick Henry, Rob Gronkowski and Lamar Jackson all make an appearance in the best NFL plays from week six.
Wolves' win at Leeds United, which moves them into sixth in the Premier League, was a "massive result" according to defender Conor Coady.
Who is in the form of his life? Who should be considered for the England captaincy? Read Garth Crooks' team of the week.
Use our search tool to find out about coronavirus rules and restrictions where you live.
We answer some of your questions about the rapidly changing rules and restrictions in the UK.
What are the tests for coronavirus, who are they for and how do they work?
Can a short burst of national restrictions change the course of the epidemic?
Some people across the UK have been able to form "support bubbles" or "extended households".
From 18:00 BST Friday people should stay home as much as possible, but what are you allowed to do?
Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.
Schools are adopting measures to reduce the spread of coronavirus and keep pupils safe.
We know we are heading into a difficult winter, but how worried should we be?
All parts of the UK have brought in varying levels of extra restrictions as coronavirus cases grow.
The government will expand its Job Support Scheme for people who can't work due to local restrictions.
People around the UK must now wear face coverings in many public places, but what are the rules?
As restrictions change across the country, how should more vulnerable people keep themselves safe?
The rules on who can attend ceremonies vary around the UK, while receptions are banned in some areas.
A new cough, fever and change in smell or taste are the key symptoms that mean you may have coronavirus.
Key holiday spots are being regularly added to the travel quarantine list as infection rates rise.
The BBC's Laura Foster explains what a circuit-breaker is and how it could help tackle Covid-19.
Key charts and maps explaining how the virus has spread around the world.
BBC News NI's Jordan Kenny explains what you need to know about the new Covid-19 restrictions.
Step-by-step, what to do to help prevent the spread of the virus.
What restrictions are being put in place in Europe to control new coronavirus outbreaks?
The government did not take the recommendation of a "circuit breaker" lockdown.
Where can I go and what can I do on a holiday in the UK?
Pubs in Northern Ireland and parts of England and Scotland are closing as coronavirus rates rise.
With the US battered by the coronavirus and political polarisation, China thinks its time has come.
Early voting is already under way in the US but what can the country learn from other nations that have held elections during the coronavirus pandemic?
Trump has singled out Berlin for repeated criticism, but some say it was a much needed wake-up call.
The two candidates offer very different visions of the world so allies - and adversaries - are watching closely.
If you’re looking for a refresher or trying to understand it for the first time, this guide will help.
Traffic is reported to be heavy on surrounding approach roads, including the A46 and the A50.
A care home staff member raised concerns about Lord Janner taking a child to hotels, an inquiry hears.
The WW2 veteran has been painting scenes from his old sketchbooks during the pandemic.
Experts say the demand for dogs during lockdown is causing a significant increase in animals being stolen.
US national Preston Paris began sexually abusing one of the girls when she was just eight years old.
All parts of the UK have brought in varying levels of extra restrictions as coronavirus cases grow.
People in London, Essex and York will be banned from meeting people outside their home from Saturday.
Use our search tool to find out about coronavirus rules and restrictions where you live.
Areas where transmission is highest in England are shutting gyms, but does the science support it?
Some people across the UK have been able to form "support bubbles" or "extended households".
Leicester City defender Caglar Soyuncu could be out for three months with an abductor injury, manager Brendan Rodgers says.
Ross Barkley dedicates his winning goal to Aston Villa's medical staff as Dean Smith's side maintain their 100% start to the season by edging victory at Leicester.
Harlequins maintain their winning start to the Premier 15s season with a 31-12 victory away at Wasps.
Aussie batsman Mark Cosgrove recalls a different use for ice baths, fantastic times at Leicestershire and the need to love your job.
The County Championship will return next summer with the 18 first-class counties split into three groups.
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1. Government claims technical glitch behind surge in Covid cases. Nearly 16,000 cases of coronavirus were not entered into the national computer system used for official figures because of a technical glitch, Public Health England says. Some of the unreported cases were then added to Saturday's figure of 12,872 new cases and Sunday's 22,961 figure. It said all of the cases "received their Covid-19 test result as normal, but contacts of those who tested positive had not been approached." BBC 2. What are the Covid rules where you live? Coronavirus rules vary depending on whether you live in England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland. Millions of people are also affected by extra local restrictions. Find out what the rules are in your area by simply entering your postcode. READ MORE 3. Contentious Brexit bill heads to Lords after passing Commons. The Brexit bill that controversially breaches international law has passed its final House of Commons hurdle. The internal market bill, which gives ministers the power unilaterally to rewrite elements of the withdrawal agreement with the EU, passed its third reading by 340 votes to 256 and will now go to the House of Lords, where it is expected to face stiffer opposition. The Guardian 4. Selling yourself on your resume. Job seekers often fall short when trying to stand out using their resumes and other application materials. They simply list their job duties and description as their resume. That’s really a big mistake. Instead of that approach, try this: [1] Reflect on your career and latest job; [2] Use results to show your value; [3] Tell them what sets you apart from others; [4] Catch the eye of the reader; [5] Keep the resume focused. This piece of advice was given to a delegate on 10/10, our acclaimed leadership development and mentoring programme. READ MORE |
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5. The delicate art of tense conversation. Even the most conflict-averse among us will inevitably end up in a difficult, tense conversation every now and again. No matter the topic - politics, ethics, strategy, and divorce - we can prepare for this moment by embracing what we call conversational receptiveness. Among other things, this involves actively working to make sure you understand and acknowledge your conversation partner's point of view, even if you don't agree with it. Such openness yields dividends, paving a path to agreement and continued discussion. Editor 6. Pandemic puts paid to retirement. One in eight older workers are planning to retire later than they had intended as the coronavirus pandemic takes its toll on Britons’ finances, according to research. The Institute for Fiscal Studies found that about a quarter of employees over the age of 54 were furloughed in June to July, with a fifth of the remainder working shorter hours - halting a decade-long rise in the number of over-50s in employment. It’s prompted calls for the government to implement greater support for older workers, akin to the Kickstart scheme aimed at young people. Financial Times 7. Ban on plastic straws starts in England. Single-use plastic straws, stirrers and cotton buds are now banned in England. The new ruling makes it illegal for businesses to sell or supply the items, however, hospitals, bars and restaurants will still be permitted to provide plastic straws to people with disabilities or conditions that require them. England uses an estimated 4.7bn plastic straws, 316m stirrers and 1.8bn plastic-stemmed cotton buds annually. The Independent 8. Hopes rise for Covid-19 vaccination by Easter. Every adult in the country could receive a coronavirus vaccine by Easter, claims The Times. Scientists working on the Oxford vaccine hope it could be approved by regulators by January, with some health officials estimating that every adult could receive a dose within six months. However, others say it could take as long as a year before everyone who was eligible received the vaccine. The Telegraph 9. The bottom line. Divorce boom forecast as lockdown sees advice queries rise. The coronavirus pandemic is creating an "enormous strain" on relationships, an advice charity has warned, with family lawyers predicting a "post-lockdown divorce boom". Citizens Advice said views on its divorce webpage during September were up 25% compared with the same month in 2019. BBC |
Viral image of Patrick Hutchinson helping a counter-protester transformed into music and poetry.
At 104, Ruth Saunders is walking a charity marathon after being inspired by Captain Sir Tom Moore.
Former Paralympian Rachel Morris competed in both rowing and cycling while also struggling with an eating disorder.
Instagram filters are treating ethnicity and skin colour 'like an accessory".
'I cannot bear the chance of something that I've done makes somebody else go and do something horrific.'
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has warned of the impact on people's mental health.
Despite talks between the UK and EU breaking down, Michael Gove says there is still a chance of a deal.
The capital moved to Tier 2 on Saturday, meaning people can't mix with other households indoors.
The WW2 veteran has been painting scenes from his old sketchbooks during the pandemic.
PM Boris Johnson says he will introduce local contact tracing ahead of new Tier 3 restrictions.
The BBC's Laura Foster explains what a circuit-breaker is and how it could help tackle Covid-19.
A leading scientist who sits on the SAGE committee that advises the government says the current row between Westminster and local leaders is “very dangerous”.
Sue Hadley is blind and lives alone on the Wirral, one of the areas under new restrictions.
Three young men who were lured into drug gangs as children talk about how they turned their lives around.
The Sussex parkour group STORROR is celebrating a decade on YouTube and a job in a Hollywood film.
Terry Thomas is almost blind after routine eye surgery was repeatedly cancelled.
Cruise customers say they have been waiting more than six months for refunds for cancelled holidays.
Greater Manchester's mayor said local leaders "unanimously opposed" introducing Tier 3 restrictions.
The London mayor warns of a "difficult winter ahead" and pushes for a "short national circuit breaker".
Preston, Lancashire, has been categorised as "high risk" under the government's new three-tier system.
Ex-government adviser Dame Louise Casey says its proposed level of Covid job support isn't enough.
An adventure company is offering people the chance to spend the night on the side of a cliff.
BBC News NI's Jordan Kenny explains what you need to know about the new Covid-19 restrictions.
A mum describes the pain of seeing her son's mental health suffer during the coronavirus pandemic.
Police were forced to disperse large crowds in Liverpool on the eve of new coronavirus restrictions coming into force.
Sir Keir Starmer quotes a newspaper claiming there is an 80% chance the PM will back calls for circuit break within a fortnight.
As extra restrictions are announced for Northern Ireland, the prime minister is asked about the money paid to those not able to get to work.
The BBC's Laura Foster uses baked goods to explain how the new Covid alert system in England will work.
Head of Vaccine Taskforce says she would be "surprised" if vaccine wasn't available next year.
The singer's Royal Albert Hall gig will raise money for crew who've lost money during the pandemic.
The restrictions announced for Northern Ireland include schools closing and working from home unless necessary.
Rena Platt was working as an apprentice childminder for her mother's business - until Covid-19 hit.
Staff at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital are preparing for an expected rise in coronavirus cases.
BBC Breakfast has followed the Rugby League legend and his family since he was was diagnosed in 2019.
Michael Rosen says the nurses who cared for him showed 'overwhelming devotion' while he was in hospital.
Getting a flu jab could help protect you from influenza, but how can it help in the fight against coronavirus?
Louise Buxton was a healthy, 47-year-old swimming teacher but now says she struggles with symptoms of Long Covid.
New College Worcester, a school for blind or vision impaired youngsters, is adapting to Covid rules.
All pubs, bars and restaurants in England are required to close at 10pm to try and contain a surge of Coronavirus cases.
Two people whose lives were changed by transphobic attacks say they wouldn’t go to the police again.
The Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra is resuming concerts and has sold thousands of online tickets.
Turkey farmers are concerned the 'rule of six' will lead to downsized Christmas dinners.
The communities secretary Robert Jenrick says he was not involved in a decision to secure funding for his Newark constituency.
Bar workers have dumped piles of ice as a hospitality shutdown came into force in parts of Scotland.
Lockdown restrictions forced some Scottish fans to watch a historic penalty shootout through a window.
The TV chef has been nominated as part of this years delayed Queen’s birthday honours list.
The England player's award came for services to vulnerable children in the UK during lockdown.
Nottingham student Imogen Hullis has been isolating since she tested positive for Covid-19 last week.
Pubs and restaurants in Scotland's central belt will not reopen until 25 October at the earliest.
This week Facebook announced it would be deleting all pages and accounts connected to the QAnon conspiracy theory.
The performances will be different to before - with social distancing on stage and off.
Millie B recorded the track when she was 16 - now it's in TikTok's most popular video.
Savile Row has been known for delivering high quality men’s tailoring for more than 200 years. But things are now changing.
Jamie Oliver has accused the government of using "back door" secondary legislation to avoid scrutiny of post-Brexit food standards.
As hospital admissions for Covid-19 rise again, we take a look at a 12-hour shift in A&E.
British Airways' last two Heathrow-based Boeing 747 planes have departed from the airport on their final flight.
A massive haul of drawings by Bloomsbury Group artist Duncan Grant is finally made public.
Over the next decade, the £50m prize fund aims to support ideas that will help repair the earth.
The BBC has followed three black students during their first year at the UK’s University of Cambridge.
Neive's parents produce a music video to change perceptions about people with Down's syndrome.
Two people who gave opposing speeches on the plinth of a toppled slave trader's statue come together.
Britain has gone through “too much frustration and hardship just to settle for the status quo” says Boris Johnson.
For the first time, both British and American jets launch off HMS Queen Elizabeth.
A strip club owner says her industry has been hit hard by pandemic restrictions.
Boris Johnson was also asked by the BBC One presenter Andrew Marr whether he thought the 10pm pub curfew works.
A nurse is learning British Sign Language (BSL) for deaf patients at County Hospital in Stafford.
Stumble the duck lost a leg in an accident with a fishing line. But he is not one of life's quitters.
From monkeys to spiders - Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis ask about the natural world.
As Covid-19 threatens conservation work, Whipsnade Zoo is hoping for rhino breeding success.
Experts keep discussing the value of R, but what is it and why does it matter?
How a treatment using laboratory-made antibodies could fight Covid-19.
The gaffe-prone former prime minister is a polarising figure in Australia.
A Sussex seal's habit of hitching a ride with passing paddleboarders is making him a local celebrity.
The poem, called An Ode to the North Hamm Tune, praises the beauty of Northamptonshire.
