The Observer
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Rishi Sunak accused of breaking a pledge to give the NHS ‘whatever it needs’ after request for more beds rejected -
4.6 million will not reflect teachers’ grades, as Ofqual suspends A-level appeals policy
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Thinktank warns of ‘Great Depression’ unemployment levels unless jobs support scheme is kept in place -
Priti Patel risks replicating Home Office failings that led to scandal, victims and human rights campaigners warn -
The region’s enviable record of controlling the virus is at risk from complacency over social distancing, scientists warn -
From TfL to planning laws, allies of Sadiq Khan say figures close to the prime minister are steadily eroding the mayor’s influence
Features
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British holidaymakers returning from France express a mix of anger, resignation and confusion at 14-day quarantine order -
Nations from New Zealand to Cuba closed borders promptly and imposed strict quarantine rules, but the UK won’t admit its ‘serious mistake’ -
The furlough scheme and ‘eat out to help out’ have seen his popularity soar. But few ministers survive a recession unscathed
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The mining giant releases full-year results this week, but Britain’s biggest pension fund will no longer care -
Invading armies and the powerful families of Europe were not alone in shaping the nation’s heritage, says Prof Joanna Story -
A new book of family memories paints the artist as doting dad, rather than the callous, ageing womaniser of other recent depictions
Letters & editorials
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The A-level results fiasco is the latest way in which a generation is having the future ruined by incompetence and neglect -
Last week’s agreement to normalise relations between Israel and the UAE does nothing to solve the Palestine impasse -
It is time walkers were given access to all the woods, moors and hills of England, Wales and Northern Ireland -
Robert Jenrick’s white paper will do little to solve the housing shortage
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How many rotten apples does it take to destroy trust in the government?
Sport
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Manchester City crashed out of the Champions League to Lyon thanks to a Moussa Dembélé double and a shocking Raheem Sterling miss -
Mauricio Pochettino is leading the race to be the next Barcelona manager, with the club planning to sack Quique Setién next week -
With the second Test seemingly heading for a draw due to the weather, thoughts turned to England’s likely bowling attack for the third and final Test -
Vladimir Ivic has signed a one-year deal at Vicarage Road, having previous managed Maccabi Tel Aviv and Paok
Interviews
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The author and academic on why smartphones have been a game changer in African Americans’ struggle against police brutality – and the ethics of sharing violent images -
The world’s greatest supermodel has been a fearless champion of diversity in fashion for decades. Now she’s relishing a moment of change -
Food & lifestyle
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This month we bring you tales from female farmers, the bakery helping vulnerable women find work and west African recipes with a twist -
This striking concrete house in Mexico City is full of local artists’ furniture and artwork -
Chefs and food writers pick their memorable dishes in a season transformed by coronavirus. Standout moments: ice cream in Sicily and pizza from a secret van
Reviews
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4 out of 5 stars.
A Danish art lover’s spectacular collection of works by Monet, Manet, Cézanne and others is full of intrigue and surprise -
5 out of 5 stars.
Babyteeth A fearless cinematic debut about young love
5 out of 5 stars.Terminally ill girl meets drug-addicted boy in Shannon Murphy’s waywardly glorious first feature -
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Pinocchio A mesmerisingly creepy live-action retelling
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The Killers: Imploding the Mirage Boss business as usual
3 out of 5 stars.
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