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Firms ignoring climate crisis will go bankrupt, says Mark Carney

Bank of England governor warns of financial collapse linked to climate emergency

Companies and industries that are not moving towards zero-carbon emissions will be punished by investors and go bankrupt, the governor of the Bank of England has warned.

Mark Carney also told the Guardian it was possible that the global transition needed to tackle the climate crisis could result in an abrupt financial collapse. He said the longer action to reverse emissions was delayed, the more the risk of collapse would grow.

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More Than 30 Million Years Ago, Monkeys Rafted Across the Atlantic to South America

Fossil teeth uncovered in Peru reveal that an extinct family of primates, thought to have lived only in Africa, made it across the ocean




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Key mechanism of cytokine storm in Castleman disease

Researchers discover what is happening at the cellular level when Castleman patients experience a cytokine storm.




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With new 13-inch MacBook Pro, Apple waves goodbye to the butterfly keyboard

Keyboard aside, cheaper storage and 10th-generation Intel CPUs headline this refresh.




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Airbus eyeing ‘smell sensors’ capable of detecting coronavirus on planes

Sensors being developed by Airbus and a California-based startup might be able to sniff out COVID-19 in an effort to help prevent its spread.




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New coronavirus adapts to populations; vaccine works in monkeys

The following is a brief roundup of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the illness caused by the virus.




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Green hydrogen's time has come, say advocates eying post-pandemic world

Hydrogen has long been touted as a clean alternative to fossil fuels. Now, as major economies prepare green investments to kickstart growth, advocates spy a golden chance to drag the niche energy into the mainstream of a post-pandemic world.




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Justin Bieber, Hailey Baldwin open their lives for candid new series

Justin Bieber and his wife Hailey Baldwin are opening up in an intimate series for Facebook Watch in which they discuss their marriage, their problems and their lives together.




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Disney announces new 'Star Wars' theatrical film directed by Taika Waititi

Oscar-winning "Jojo Rabbit" screenwriter Taika Waititi will direct and co-write a new "Star Wars" feature film for theaters, Walt Disney Co said on Monday.




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Hackney stabbing: Boy, 16, seriously injured in 'senseless' attack

A 16-year-old boy has suffered serious injuries after he was stabbed in a "senseless" attack in north-east London.




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Hackney doctor who warned PM about urgent need for PPE dies after contracting coronavirus

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Coronavirus UK LIVE: Boris Johnson out of ICU as Brits applaud key workers

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Moment police air service officers clap for key workers as they soar over London skyline

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RMT union boss Steve Hedley suspended after saying he would 'throw a party' if Boris Johnson died of coronavirus

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Health Secretary Matt Hancock promises testing of all key NHS and social care workers as he sets out PPE action plan

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Harvey Weinstein faces fresh charge of sexual assault in Los Angeles

Harvey Weinstein has been charged with a new count of sexual assault, prosecutors in Los Angeles have said.




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Surrey Police use drone to break up gatherings during coronavirus lockdown

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Easter eggs delivered to hospitals to thank NHS workers as they battle coronavirus this weekend

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Disney furloughs 43,000 workers after park shut down by coronavirus

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Donald Trump tells American public to wear scarves as face masks in fight against coronavirus: They would be very good

"You can use a scarf," the US Leader said as he addressed the demand for face masks. "A lot of people have scarves... scarves would be very good.




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Neighbours' help may be key for victims of domestic abuse during coronavius lockdown

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Pharmacist and surveyor arrested on suspicion of illegally selling coronavirus tests

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Police tributes to 'cherished' key worker killed while cycling to work

Her friend Ahmed Hassan said she was a keen rower who will be remembered as "an amazing person and an amazing analyst" who left an "immense impact" on everyone she met.




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Meet the 73-year-old 'skipping Sikh' making daily exercise videos to raise money for the NHS

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Motorcyclist, 35, dies after crash in Hackney

A 35-year-old motorcyclist has died after a crash in east London.




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Police officer filmed saying he'll 'make something up' to get man arrested: 'Who are they going to believe, me or you?'

Police have launched an investigation after an officer was filmed threatening to "make something up" in order to arrest a man.




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Hospital leaders reveal 'exasperation' as they hit out at Government over failed PPE delivery

Hospital leaders have criticised the Government after a shipment which contained vital equipment for NHS staff was delayed.




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National minute's silence in tribute to NHS staff and key workers killed by Covid-19 looking increasingly likely

Unison and royal colleges of nursing and midwives call for 'ultimate tribute' to key workers who died while battling coronavirus.




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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle announce they will not talk to four newspaper groups

Harry and Meghan have declared they will no longer engage with four British newspaper groups.




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Prince Philip hails everyone from healthcare workers to rubbish collectors as they help nation battle coronavirus

The Duke of Edinburgh's tribute about the 'vital and urgent work being done by so many' is his first major statement since his retirement in 2017




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New York woman creates exchange for unused travel cards to go to key workers during coronavirus crisis

As the coronavirus pandemic continues worldwide, one woman in New York has devised a simple system to ease the financial burden for those risking their lives on the frontline.




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First RAF plane collecting PPE from Turkey finally takes off

An RAF flight has left to collect a consignment of protective gowns for healthcare workers on the coronavirus frontline.




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Young people anxious about impact of coronavirus on education, Snapchat survey finds

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E-scooter inquiry launched amid warning they could pose 'significant' threat to pedestrians

MPs will investigate the potential consequences of allowing electric scooters to be used on the road.




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Father and daughter create eye-catching balloon sculptures in show of support for NHS during Covid-19 pandemic

They want to 'bring a bit of colour' into people's lives amid the nationwide lockdown with balloon artwork




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Bank of England chief Andrew Bailey warns against early easing of coronavirus lockdown

The economy would be hit by a premature end to the lockdown which would also "damage people's confidence very severely", Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey has warned.




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Neighbours urged to call police if they hear domestic abuse

Neighbours who fear that domestic abuse is being inflicted in a home nearby were today urged to call the police as the Met warned that the coronavirus lockdown could be making it harder for some victims to seek help.




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Family driving to Brighton amid coronavirus lockdown told police they were 'bored and wanted some fresh air'

A family who were stopped by police while driving to Brighton during the coronavirus lockdown told officers they were "bored of staying in and wanted some fresh air".




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Donald Trump instructs US Navy to shoot and destroy Iranian gunboats 'if they harass our ships'

Donald Trump has instructed the US Navy to shoot down and destroy Iranian gunboats "if they harass our ships at sea".




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RAF plane returns to UK from Turkey after being dispatched to collect PPE

An RAF plane believed to be carrying a delayed consignment of personal protective equipment (PPE) for NHS staff has landed in the UK.




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Nicola Sturgeon says lockdown measures could last 'beyond end of the year' as she warns return to normal 'is not on the cards'

"But as I hope we have started to set out today, if we keep doing the right things and if we consider all of the options carefully and with the right objectives in mind, I do believe there will be a way through and we will find that way through."




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5 key takeaways from Nicola Sturgeon's post-lockdown plan for Scotland

Nicola Sturgeon has laid out a possible exit strategy for Scotland to gradually leave lockdown.




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Dad uses fake letter from PM to convince daughters they have to go to school every day after lockdown

A dad convinced his two children that they would have to go to school on weekends to make up for lost time after the coronavirus lockdown.




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Millions of key workers now eligible for coronavirus test as Government races to meet 100,000 target

Millions of key workers and their households are now eligible for coronavirus tests as the Government races to meet its 100,000 daily target by the end of next week.




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Confusion after Government website states 'no coronavirus home tests available for key workers today' despite promising them to millions

The Government's new portal for arranging coronavirus tests has sparked confusion today, following a message suggesting home tests had run out by 9am.




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Two IS supporters jailed for sending money to fighters in Iraq

Two supporters of the so-called Islamic State group have been handed substantial jail sentences after sending money to help fighters in Iraq.




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NHS launches campaign urging public to seek medical help if they need it during coronavirus pandemic

The NHS is launching a campaign encouraging ill people to seek urgent care during the coronavirus outbreak after A&E visits dropped by 50 per cent this month.




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Countdown presenter Rachel Riley wins first round of libel case against former Corbyn aide

Countdown presenter Rachel Riley has won the first round of a High Court libel case against a former aide to Jeremy Corbyn.




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Donald Trump skips White House coronavirus briefing saying they are 'not worth the time and effort'

Donald Trump skipped the latest White House coronavirus briefing tweeting the event is "not worth the time and effort".




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Jack Reynolds dead: Record-breaking daredevil pensioner dies aged 108

Record-breaking daredevil pensioner Jack Reynolds has died aged 108, his family have said.