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Competitions launched to conserve world-famous Highgate Cemetery

Competitions launched to conserve world-famous Highgate Cemetery

The site where famous figures including Karl Marx are laid to rest is threatened by self-seeded diseased trees, climate change and extreme weather.

Coronavirus mutations not speeding up spread, say scientists

Coronavirus mutations not speeding up spread, say scientists

But they warned the genetic changes must continue to be monitored, particularly as vaccines are rolled out.

Eurostar is ‘fighting for survival’

Eurostar is ‘fighting for survival’

The cross-Channel rail operator claimed it is being treated unfairly after the aviation sector was given more financial support by the Government.

Harry and Meghan had shared dreams of adding to their family

Harry and Meghan had shared dreams of adding to their family

The duke once said he hoped to have a maximum of two children for the sake of the planet.

B&Q owner buys online traders app to help resolve DIY disasters

B&Q owner buys online traders app to help resolve DIY disasters

Kingfisher has spent 10 million euros (£8.9 million) on home improvement business NeedHelp.

Wales’ First Minister wades into I’m A Celebrity controversy

Wales’ First Minister wades into I’m A Celebrity controversy

The show has defended its use of bugs, saying all insects used during the programme are ‘non-invasive species’.

Duchess of Sussex reveals miscarriage heartache

Duchess of Sussex reveals miscarriage heartache

Meghan said in an article for the New York Times that she lost her second child in July.

Timetable for British Gas strike ballot announced

Timetable for British Gas strike ballot announced

Workers will start voting next week and industrial action could start on New Year’s Eve, the GMB union warns.

Governments in early talks with banknote maker over vaccine security

Governments in early talks with banknote maker over vaccine security

De La Rue said it had received tentative approaches but it was too early to say what would be required.

AA avoids breakdown with formal bid for firm

AA avoids breakdown with formal bid for firm

TowerBrook Capital and Warburg Pincus formalised a 35p-a-share offer on Wednesday.

Teenager admits dangerous driving after 180mph motorbike chase

Teenager admits dangerous driving after 180mph motorbike chase

Marian Vasilica Dragoi jumped red lights and rode on the wrong side of the road in north London in May.

Huge rise in Islamist and far-right propaganda during lockdown

Huge rise in Islamist and far-right propaganda during lockdown

The Institute for Strategic Dialogue said extremists have tried to take advantage of the ‘chaos and uncertainty’.

Malala Yousafzai joins chorus urging UK Government not to cut overseas aid

Malala Yousafzai joins chorus urging UK Government not to cut overseas aid

Former prime ministers David Cameron and Tony Blair are among the figures to warn against the expected decision.

What the papers say – November 25

What the papers say – November 25

The easing of coronavirus restrictions for Christmas leads the nation’s papers.

What do we know about the Christmas bubble rules?

What do we know about the Christmas bubble rules?

People will be allowed to form an exclusive group made up of people from no more than three households between December 23 and 27.

Joe Biden: Irish border must remain open after Brexit

Joe Biden: Irish border must remain open after Brexit

The incoming US leader says the idea of a hard border being reimposed is ‘just not right’.

Relaxing coronavirus restrictions over Christmas ‘likely to lead to third wave’

Relaxing coronavirus restrictions over Christmas ‘likely to lead to third wave’

Professor Andrew Hayward said bringing people together over the break will be ‘a recipe for regret for many families’.

Families will have to make ‘personal judgment’ on Christmas bubbles, PM warns

Families will have to make ‘personal judgment’ on Christmas bubbles, PM warns

The Prime Minister urged the public to ‘think carefully’ over the festive period.

Asda delivery drivers combat customers’ loneliness with ‘happy to chat’ badge

Asda delivery drivers combat customers’ loneliness with ‘happy to chat’ badge

The initiative is backed by the Royal Voluntary Service, with the coronavirus pandemic causing loneliness.

Sunak vows jobs will be ‘number one priority’ in Spending Review

Sunak vows jobs will be ‘number one priority’ in Spending Review

Chancellor to promise £2.9bn to get a million jobless back into work as he prepares a public sector pay cap.

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