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Broadcaster considers plans to restart production on many TV series halted by pandemic

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The BBC could put actors and directors in quarantine and remove the studio audience from Strictly Come Dancing under plans to help restart television production after the coronavirus pandemic shut down much of the industry.

The proposals, which could affect everything from EastEnders to light entertainment and high-end dramas, are being considered as broadcasters face up to the prospect of enormous gaps in their schedules after much of British television production was stopped dead in mid-March.

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West Ham midfielder Declan Rice says he would love to link up with Chelsea's Mason Mount at club level again.

West Ham midfielder Tomas Soucek has made a donation to the 'Wave for Hope' campaign to help his native Czech Republic in their fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

Premier League clubs including Arsenal have had their eye on Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey for some time.

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Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey has been linked with a move to Arsenal and the Gunners may have the edge in a transfer battle for his signature.

Thomas Partey's representatives have denied that the Atletico Madrid midfielder is involved in transfer negotiations with Arsenal.

The father of Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey has confirmed that his son is in talks with Arsenal over a summer transfer.

Arsenal defender Sokratis appears to have cheekily fuelled talk that the Gunners will move for Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey this summer.

Rio Ferdinand has given Manchester United five new transfer targets as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to refresh his squad.

The future of Arsenal and Manchester United target Thomas Partey has once again taken an intriguing turn on social media.

The agents of Thomas Partey have apologised after a post which listed the Atletico Madrid star's potential next clubs appeared on their Instagram page.

Former Aston Villa forward Nii Odartey Lamptey has warned in-demand Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Party against a move to England this summer.

Atletico Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey has been advised against a move to Arsenal or another Premier League club as it could "destroy" his career.

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane greeted his players in a mask and gloves as Los Blancos returned to their training ground for coronavirus tests on Wednesday.

Tottenham have been handed a major boost in their attempts to sign Thomas Meunier with reports in France claiming that the Belgian will not be signing a new contract with PSG.

Louis van Gaal has described Ed Woodward as an "evil genius" – and insists he holds the Manchester United executive vice chairman responsible for his brutal sacking.

Barcelona's players returned to training on Friday after medical tests conducted earlier this week.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said the government had been in the process of introducing the ban when its agenda was overturned by the pandemic.

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The owners of Sydney's troubled Mascot Towers claim new test have revealed a "loss of soil" under the apartment complex's north east corner the same area cracks first appeared before the building was evacuated in June.

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Georgia's governor lifted the state’s order.

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For a seventh week in a row, millions of people across the United Kingdom have shown their appreciation for NHS and key workers.

Indications are emerging about the plan the Prime Minister will set out on Sunday for lifting the lockdown in England.