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18 August 2020

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News imageCrowds at Notting Hill Carnival

Notting Hill Carnival announces digital line-up

For the first time in 54 years the celebrations are being held online due to the coronavirus pandemic.

News imagePerson sitting in chair in care home

Care homes fear closures as insurance costs soar

One care operator in Scarborough had an insurance quote at 880% more than their current premium.

News imageKate Skoczylas

'I'm very anxious about getting back to work'

Charities say thousands who have been shielding may have to choose between a job and their health.

News imagewoman smelling a cut lemon

Coronavirus smell loss 'different from bad cold'

Covid-19 is not like other typical viral respiratory diseases and has some unique features, say experts.

News imagePizza Express sign

Pizza Express to close 73 sites hitting 1,100 jobs

The chain says it has cut a deal to stay afloat as coronavirus continues to buffet the economy.

News imageBaby in Beirut

Beirut blast: Born without a father

Two weeks after the explosion that shattered Beirut, we meet families whose lives changed forever.

News imagesoldier saluting

Romance scams, the Yahoo boys and my friend Beth

Security experts warn there's been an increase in online fraud during the coronavirus pandemic

News imagetraffic jam

City motorists hit with £1.8m in extra fines

A Freedom of Information request found nearly four times as many penalty charge notices were issued.

News imageHayley Keohane, a hoover and the Zoom app logo

'My mum was Hoovering during my Zoom meetings'

Many young people forced to live with parents during the pandemic feel they are "in limbo".

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