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Google and Apple show samples of COVID exposure apps and forbid use of apps' location services

As reported by The Verge , the tech companies have provided samples of what eventual app interface systems could look like though they won't be developing the apps themselves.




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Pizza Hut warns of fake websites set up to steal credit card details during the coronavirus lockdown

Demand for takeaway food has risen as a result of lockdown - and the hoax sites are the latest example of UK criminals trying to take advantage of the COVID-19 crisis.




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Tinder set to add video chatting next month so users can date virtually under coronavirus lockdown

TInder made its biggest announcement since launching in 2012 - it is adding video chatting to the app. The feature aims to help millions of users date virtually while under coronavirus lockdown.




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Army uses online computer game War Thunder to teach tank tactics to troops on coronavirus lockdown

Army solders at Fort Hood, Texas are conducting training exercises in the online computer game War Thunder while observing social distancing habits during the COVID-19 pandemic.




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Locked-down smartphone users in the UK are sitting on unused mobile data worth £165 million

UK consumers stuck at home during lockdown are using a fraction of the data that they would usually, relying on home WiFi instead, comparison site Uswitch has reported.




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Baby bust: Coronavirus lockdown is putting people OFF having children

Research led by the University of Florence found over 80 per cent of people do not plan to conceive during the COVID-19 crisis.




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The magic numbers to end cold call hell: Free call-blocking codes

According to the latest figures from the Information Commissioner's Office, there was a 20 per cent increase in complaints about nuisance calls last year.




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Local milk deliveries: Why are they making a comeback?

Thousands more British households decided to get their milk delivered last year in glass bottles - what's behind this booming trend? I go on a round to find out.




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How to fork out for medicine or food brought to your door in lockdown

The coronavirus lockdown means millions of households are now relying on friends, family and neighbours to deliver food, prescriptions and other essentials to their doors.




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You can still live the good life in lockdown - so dig for victory over the Coronavirus!

Confinement to home may stretch some relationships, but it could also encourage you to become a little less reliant on the weekly shop. Here, Toby Walne looks at some do-it-yourself food and drink ideas.




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Will my insurer pay out if my empty home is burgled while the country is in lockdown?

Seven in 10 burglaries are committed when no one is in the home and while the lockdown is forcing most people to spend more time indoors, it will homes left empty long-term that are particularly at risk.




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Banks blocking payments for shoppers buying food online for first time

Major flaws with security checks have led to some banks mistakenly flagging first-time online grocery orders as suspected fraud. The payment is then blocked and the order is then often cancelled.




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Energy usage has risen by 17% since lockdown: We reveal the top tips to keep your bills down

Households are using 17% more electricity since Britain went into coronavirus pandemic lockdown, new data from energy supplier Bulb suggests.




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Flowers, wine and food delivered by your letterbox during lockdown

Online shoppers have been pleased to discover that firms are adapting the way they are packaging their parcels, with many now able to fit the products into letterbox shaped containers.




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University students still being asked to pay for accommodation despite lockdown

Some 74% of students are still being charged rent despite the majority no longer being able to live in their university halls or student accommodation, according to a study by Student Hut.




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Need a trim during lockdown? The long and short of cutting your own hair

In a bid to remain sane and smarten up your act, it might be tempting to pick up a pair of scissors to become your own barber or hairdresser. It is not a step to be taken lightly.




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Why is it so hard to buy a Nintendo Switch in lockdown?

Nintendo's Switch has ended up being one of the must-have items of the coronavirus panedmic lockdown. Consumer Trends has a look why.




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Household energy usage surges by 37% during lockdown

The average annual cost of a combined gas and electricity bill is around £1,034, but due to increased usage whilst people are stuck inside, this could rise to £1,421.




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Amazon reveals new Echo Dot with clock LED display that tells the time, temperature and more

Autumn brings with it plenty of tech giants unveiling their latest gadgets, and Amazon is no different, revealing an update to the popular, low-priced Echo Dot smart speaker




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Gro-Clock Sleep Trainer review: A must-have device for sleep-deprived parents

The Gro-Clock from the Gro Company (£18.69) is a godsend for sleep-deprived parents.The sleep training product can teach young children when it's time to wake up and when it's time to sleep.




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Manchester City star Fernandinho opens up on trying to stay fit during lockdown 

Fernandinho has spoken of the difficulties Premier League stars face trying to keep fit in lockdown as the Manchester City midfielder isolates with his family in Brazil.




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Kyle Walker's former flame gives birth to his baby just weeks after his lockdown sex party shame

Lauryn Goodman took to social media channel Instagram to announce the news on Monday afternoon, alongside a photo of her with the newborn baby.




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Here are the dates for every fan's diary as officials plot football's return after COVID-19 lockdown

According to The Times, contingency plans to bring the beautiful game back to life is becoming a reality, with government ministers recognising that an injection of positivity and hope is sorely needed.




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Schalke star Rabbi Matondo admits his struggles in lockdown Germany

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY MATT BARLOW: Rabbi Matondo was among the wave of fearless young British footballers who set out to forge their futures in Germany.




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All your questions answered on how football will look after lockdown

CRAIG HOPE: There are more questions than answers right now when it comes to determining if and when Premier League football will return. Here, Sportsmail looks at some of the key talking points.




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Kyle Walker opens up on his mental health anguish after breaking lockdown rules

The Sun reported that the 29-year-old had flouted Government guidelines just weeks after he apologised for holding a sex party with two escorts. Walker released a statement on social media.




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Manchester City will NOT punish Kyle Walker for breaking lockdown rules

Walker was spotted travelling from Cheshire to Yorkshire, where his sister was celebrating her birthday, before then briefly moving on to his parents' house nearby.




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SPORTS AGENDA: West Ham co-owner David Sullivan tells fans to pay up for full Anfield allocation

MIKE KEEGAN - SPORTS AGENDA: Fed-up West Ham fans will stage a protest against the club's owners at Anfield on Monday night - although they will be fewer in number than hoped for.




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Derby stars to withdraw offer to defer 25% of their wages as Wayne Rooney remains locked in talks

EXCLUSIVE BY SAMI MOKBEL: Sportsmail exclusively revealed how Rooney was acting on behalf of the squad in their battle against proposals to impose a 50 per cent wage deferral.




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Best of BS Opinion: The Covid-19 battle, economic dislocation, and more

Business Standard Opinion pieces for the day talk about various economic aspects of the pandemic




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Best of BS Opinion: Unemployment rate over 23%, Covid-19 lockdown, and more

The next crisis may be a climate one. Are we preempting it? Are we ready for it? Can technology help compensate for some of the downsides of social distancing? Alokananda Chakraborty sums up.




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Best of BS Opinion: Unemployment rate, Covid-19 lockdown, and more

Here's a selection of Business Standard opinion pieces of the day




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Higher budgetary allocations to defence a signal of intent from government

Hike of 20.62% shows that government expects several large acquisitions to be initiated in FY18




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Foodie factor feeds local property markets: Appetite for homes close to farmers' markets grows

What makes a winning location for buyers? An easy commute, good schools, green spaces, value for money - and, now it seems, food markets.




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As Britain's TV studios thrive, more people are relocating to be near the action 

The explosion of cinema multiplexes, streaming channels and new broadcasters has created unprecedented demand for Britain's booming television and film industry.




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Buyers hunt for homes in remote locations free of light pollution

For those who believe dreary winters of rainy days and long nights mean many of us want to buy homes overseas, think again.




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Turn your lockdown jigsaw puzzle into a work of art

We're trying to make sense of our lives in lockdown, hoping that a clear picture will emerge. But that's nothing new for dissectologists - as jigsaw puzzle enthusiasts are known.




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Home moves halted in lockdown and property viewings are banned

Agents have called for more guidance as those due to move home, whether completing on a purchase or having committed to a rental are left unsure what will happen. 




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The buyers in limbo as they're told don't move house in lockdown

Those in the middle of the buying process, such as Susanna Wood and Tom and Daniella Matthews pictured, told us they are now unsure whether they will be able to move as planned.




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We found a WWI hand grenade while doing lockdown spring cleaning

Charlie Bubear and his family were spring cleaning their Hampshire home during lockdown when they found a German hand grenade from the First World War.




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Places to live where you're most likely to have a private garden during coronavirus lockdown

A private garden has become a highly desirable feature during the coronavirus breakdown, with homes in Barnsley, Doncaster and Burnley most likely to have a one, according to research.




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Tenants plan next move ahead of easing of lockdown

Demand for rental properties has bounced back 30 per cent in the first two weeks of April after plummeting 57 per cent in the last two weeks of March, Zoopla said.




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Six tips to prepare your home for sale for when lockdown ends

We highlight things you can do during lockdown to prepare your property for sale and get it into the most valuable condition for when the market recovers.




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Two drinking friends convert fence panel into flip-down bar after their local pub shut amid lockdown

Paul Hurton and Anthony Dunn, from County Durham, came up with a fantastic plan, taking a fence panel and fitting it with a hinge to form a table. The video has more than 1.8 million views.




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Are you dreaming of a country house like this in lockdown?

House hunters crave bigger home and prize open green spaces more than before, due to lockdown, according to a new survey by Savills.




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How will Britain's property market get moving after lockdown?

How the property market will emerge from its deep freeze is not completely clear, but it is expected to look very different to home buying as usual.




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ASK TONY: We waited two weeks for Morrisons order, then RBS blocked it

My wife and I received a message from our bank saying there had been an 'unusual' request for payment on our account and it had declined to pay it. The payment was to Morrisons.




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Digital lenders use tech to improve SME loan repayments amid lockdown

These fintech firms are using past payment behaviour and current transactions to validate customers facing genuine difficulties




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Online pharmacies on hiring mode as orders during Covid-19 lockdown

Most e-pharmacies are operating with minimal staff and are not able to fulfill customer orders




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Volkswagen mulls to localise production of 2.0L Diesel Mill

Volkswagen is planning to localise the production of its 2.0 litre diesel engine, which powers its numerous cars including Skoda Octavia and Audi A3 sold in India. The decision came at a time when the German carmaker localised the making of their ...