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Lockdown quizmaster and former rough sleeper Jay Flynn awarded MBE

Lockdown quizmaster and former rough sleeper Jay Flynn awarded MBE

Lockdown quizmaster and former rough sleeper Jay Flynn awarded MBE

09 October 2020

The former pub landlord’s online quiz became a lockdown phenomenon by bringing tens of thousands of people together.


Sir David Attenborough appointed a Knight Grand Cross by the Queen

Sir David Attenborough appointed a Knight Grand Cross by the Queen

Sir David Attenborough appointed a Knight Grand Cross by the Queen

09 October 2020

The indefatigable 94-year-old presenter continues to make acclaimed programmes on the natural world.


Great Auk! Replica of extinct bird sells for £25,000

Great Auk! Replica of extinct bird sells for £25,000

Great Auk! Replica of extinct bird sells for £25,000

09 October 2020

The great auk, which was hunted to extinction in the mid-19th century for its feathers, was sold at auction in Gloucestershire.


Regulator approves Carlsberg’s £780m merger with Marston’s

Regulator approves Carlsberg’s £780m merger with Marston’s

Regulator approves Carlsberg’s £780m merger with Marston’s

09 October 2020

The beer giants will merge by the end of this month after getting the go-ahead from officials.


Michel Barnier meeting Lord Frost in push for post-Brexit trade deal

Michel Barnier meeting Lord Frost in push for post-Brexit trade deal

Michel Barnier meeting Lord Frost in push for post-Brexit trade deal

09 October 2020

Boris Johnson says he wants an agreement by the time of next week’s EU summit in Brussels.


Chancellor to announce new jobs support package ahead of new Covid restrictions

Chancellor to announce new jobs support package ahead of new Covid restrictions

Chancellor to announce new jobs support package ahead of new Covid restrictions

09 October 2020

Rishi Sunak will detail ‘the next stage’ of the Jobs Support Scheme on Friday, ahead of new restrictions expected for the hospitality sector.


Economic recovery slows in August despite Eat Out scheme

Economic recovery slows in August despite Eat Out scheme

Economic recovery slows in August despite Eat Out scheme

09 October 2020

ONS figures estimate that GDP was up by 2.1% during the month.


Babies being born without wisdom teeth due to rapid evolution, scientists say

Babies being born without wisdom teeth due to rapid evolution, scientists say

Babies being born without wisdom teeth due to rapid evolution, scientists say

09 October 2020

A study has found that humans are evolving at a faster rate than at any point in the past 250 years.


What the papers say – October 9

What the papers say – October 9

What the papers say – October 9

09 October 2020

Imminent lockdowns across the North dominate the front pages.


Crews called to terrace fire in north-west London

Crews called to terrace fire in north-west London

Crews called to terrace fire in north-west London

09 October 2020

Half of the first floor and part of the roof of the house was alight.


Strictly’s Winkleman says BBC ‘getting there’ on closing gender pay gap

Strictly’s Winkleman says BBC ‘getting there’ on closing gender pay gap

Strictly’s Winkleman says BBC ‘getting there’ on closing gender pay gap

09 October 2020

Claudia Winkleman said she welcomed the publication of stars’ salaries and Strictly Come Dancing was having the first same-sex couple taking part.


Justice Minister Naomi Long reveals probable Covid diagnosis

Justice Minister Naomi Long reveals probable Covid diagnosis

Justice Minister Naomi Long reveals probable Covid diagnosis

09 October 2020

The politician was taken to hospital in March after complaining of chest pains and a high temperature.


Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross acts as assistant referee at Wembley

Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross acts as assistant referee at Wembley

Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross acts as assistant referee at Wembley

08 October 2020

The politician has said he will quit his role as a football official if he becomes first minister after the 2021 Holyrood election.


New restrictions come in for Scotland’s pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes

New restrictions come in for Scotland’s pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes

New restrictions come in for Scotland’s pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes

08 October 2020

The temporary measures were announced by First Minister Nicola Sturgeon earlier this week to help curb the spread of coronavirus.


John Lennon at 80: Events held to mark musical legend’s birthday

John Lennon at 80: Events held to mark musical legend’s birthday

John Lennon at 80: Events held to mark musical legend’s birthday

08 October 2020

The musician was born on October 9 1940.


John Lennon at 80: His life in pictures

John Lennon at 80: His life in pictures

John Lennon at 80: His life in pictures

08 October 2020

The musician died in New York in 1980.


New shielding plan considered for coronavirus hotspots as cases rise

New shielding plan considered for coronavirus hotspots as cases rise

New shielding plan considered for coronavirus hotspots as cases rise

08 October 2020

A further 17,540 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus were reported on Thursday.


Man charged with doctor and daughter double murder

Man charged with doctor and daughter double murder

Man charged with doctor and daughter double murder

08 October 2020

Dr Sacharvi was found to have been assaulted and died from pressure to her neck, police said.


News agency apologises over alleged drone pictures – Meghan and Harry’s lawyer

News agency apologises over alleged drone pictures – Meghan and Harry’s lawyer

News agency apologises over alleged drone pictures – Meghan and Harry’s lawyer

08 October 2020

The couple launched legal action in Los Angeles in July claiming an individual had photographed their son Archie at their home during lockdown.


Gordon Ramsay and Dame Emma Thompson back NHS cancer campaign

Gordon Ramsay and Dame Emma Thompson back NHS cancer campaign

Gordon Ramsay and Dame Emma Thompson back NHS cancer campaign

08 October 2020

The NHS’s Help Us Help You access campaign will use TV adverts, billboards and social media to urge people to speak to their GP if they are worried.


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