Tuesday, 31 December 2024

Three injured in suspected gas explosion

Two men and a woman are in hospital with serious injuries after the suspected explosion.

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Zimbabwe abolishes death penalty

Amnesty International hails the decision as a "beacon of hope for the abolitionist movement".

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Monday, 30 December 2024

DJ Spoony thanks 'amazing' NHS staff after bleed on the brain treatment

The radio presenter breaks down as he thanks Addenbrooke's Hospital staff for "looking after me".

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Banned driver hit garden wall after 90mph chase

Liam Woods ran red lights at up to 70mph and drove towards oncoming traffic during a police pursuit.

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Sunday, 29 December 2024

Is Liverpool's new front three even better than Salah, Mane & Firmino?

How do Mohamed Salah, Cody Gakpo and Luis Diaz measure up against Liverpool's last title-winning front three?

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Nigeria celebrates 'Africa's biggest street party'

Pictures of revellers from the Calabar Carnival marking Christmas in the southern Nigeria.

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Forest lend retro feel to table - here's why they can stay the course

As the Premier League table adopts a retro feel, BBC Sport looks at five reasons Nottingham Forest can finish in the top four.

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Saturday, 28 December 2024

Quins denied as Tigers snatch thrilling late draw

Handre Pollard's last minute conversion via the post rescues a fascinating draw for Leicester against Harlequins at Twickenham.

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Autistic teen 'let down' by police, says sister

The Police Ombudsman has been informed of the incident, according to the Police Service of Northern Ireland.

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Friday, 27 December 2024

Stoke sack Pelach after just three months in charge

Stoke City part company with head coach Narcis Pelach following a nine-game winless run.

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Thursday, 26 December 2024

Pereira outshines Amorim in battle of new Portuguese bosses

Wolves manager Vitor Pereira outshines Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim in the battle of two new Portuguese bosses.

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Match of the Day

Gary Lineker introduces highlights from all the Boxing Day Premier League fixtures.

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'Silva's rehabilitation complete with historic Fulham win'

Fulham manager Marco Silva's reputation has not simply been restored at Fulham, it has been enhanced after a historic win at Chelsea.

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Wednesday, 25 December 2024

Watch: Helen Worth's final scene as Gail after 50 years

Coronation Street's longstanding character bid farewell to Weatherfield's famous cobbles.

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Archbishop's Christmas sermon 'empty words', Bishop says

Bishop of Newcastle Helen-Ann Hartley has previously called for Stephen Cottrell to resign.

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Gary Oldman voices Christmas poem for MI5

Reprising his most recent role as a spy for the intelligence agency, Oldman puts a London spin on The Night Before Christmas.

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Tuesday, 24 December 2024

Sudan slides deeper into famine, experts say

Famine has spread to five areas in the war-hit country, a UN-backed group says.

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Monday, 23 December 2024

Trump ally Gaetz paid for sex and drugs while in office, ethics report says

An investigation details allegations of drug use and payments for sex - which the former US congressman denies.

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Amorim questions 'choices' of Rashford's advisors

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim questions the "choices" of people close to forward Marcus Rashford after he said he was ready for a "new challenge".

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Sunday, 22 December 2024

Watch: Police officer dressed as the Grinch leads drug raid

An officer in Peru smashed a suspected drug dealer's door in, while clad as Dr Seuss' famous character.

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'I'm going to stop answering these questions' - Postecoglou argues with reporter

Ange Postecoglou accuses Match of the Day's Steve Wilson of discounting the impact of Tottenham's defensive injuries after their 6-3 defeat by Liverpool.

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Saturday, 21 December 2024

Arteta 'pretty worried' about Saka injury

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he is "pretty worried" about Bukayo Saka after the England winger went off injured against Crystal Palace.

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Blake Lively accuses co-star Justin Baldoni of smear campaign

Mr Baldoni's lawyer says the allegations are "categorically false" and a "desperate attempt to 'fix' her negative reputation".

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Friday, 20 December 2024

'He needs to be totally serious' - Lewis backs Fury

Lennox Lewis backs Tyson Fury to get revenge over Oleksandr Usyk in their heavyweight unification fight on Saturday.

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Fully clothed Fury four stone heavier than Usyk

A fully clothed Tyson Fury weighs in four stone heavier than champion Oleksandr Usyk for Saturday's heavyweight world title fight in Saudi Arabia.

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Ros Atkins On... Four reasons why the relationship between the UK and China is strained

The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at how relations between the UK and China became so strained.

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Thursday, 19 December 2024

Gisèle Pelicot's Day of Justice

Pelicot’s ex-husband sentenced to 20 years, alongside 50 other men in mass rape trial.

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Post Office spent £132m defending itself at inquiry

The money relates to legal costs for the inquiry into the wrongful conviction of sub-postmasters.

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Wednesday, 18 December 2024

Why has ABC News given Donald Trump $15 million?

The decision was made by Disney, the owner of ABC News

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Tuesday, 17 December 2024

I'm ready for new challenge - Rashford

Marcus Rashford says he is "ready for a new challenge" as he is asked about his Manchester United future.

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Ukraine Scooter Bomb Kills Russian General

Russian general killed outside residential block by a bomb hidden in a scooter.

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Monday, 16 December 2024

Iran pauses controversial new dress code law

President Massoud Pezeshkian says the proposed "hijab and chastity" law is "ambiguous and in need of reform".

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Woman arrested over death of football manager Steve Bruce's grandson

Police arrest and bail a woman in her 40s over the death of Madison Smith – the grandson of Steve Bruce.

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Sunday, 15 December 2024

Pupils 'sob' as vicar discusses existence of Santa

The vicar told children that Father Christmas did not exist during a Religious Education lesson.

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Glasgow edged out by Toulon in Champions Cup thriller

Glasgow Warriors' late fightback is not quite enough to overhaul Toulon in a gripping Champions Cup encounter.

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Saturday, 14 December 2024

Pollard inspires Tigers to eight-try win over Sharks

Handre Pollard marks his return to the side with a 17-point haul as Leicester Tigers cruise past Sharks to kickstart their Investec Champions Cup campaign.

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Body found in search for missing Cairngorms skier

Sam Burns was last in contact with friends on Friday morning ahead of going to ski alone in the Cairngorms.

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Friday, 13 December 2024

Chelsea 'best team in Premier League' - Frank

Chelsea are "maybe the best team in the Premier League right now", says Brentford manager Thomas Frank.

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Thursday, 12 December 2024

Humans may not have survived without Neanderthals

A new DNA analysis has shown that the arrival of modern humans from Africa was far from smooth.

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'He's been watching Suarez' - Fringe stars show Chelsea strength in depth

Chelsea are in the middle of a busy December and with games every three or four days, which of their fringe players have been staking their claim for Premier League chances?

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Wednesday, 11 December 2024

Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp down in mass Meta outage

Over 22,000 people reported issues with Facebook this evening and over 18,000 struggled to use WhatsApp, according to Downdetector.

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Syria rebels burn tomb of Bashar al-Assad's father

Armed men are seen celebrating in Hafez al-Assad's burning mausoleum in the family's hometown.

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FBI Director Christopher Wray to resign before Trump takes office

He was nominated to the post by Donald Trump in 2017, but the president-elect has said he wants to replace him.

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Tuesday, 10 December 2024

Explosion at house leaves two in hospital

Two people are in hospital after an explosion at a terraced house in Ilford.

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The global players in Syria before and after Assad

Global powers who have been involved in the 13-year civil war have a vested interest after Assad's fall.

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Monday, 9 December 2024

UK sanctions Kenyan businessman over illicit gold trade

Pattni has been accused of smuggling gold and exploiting natural resources in Africa for decades.

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What Next for Syria?

Crowds gather at notorious Damascus prison, as Assad flees to Russia.

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Sunday, 8 December 2024

I'm A Celebrity 2024 winner crowned after series finale

The ITV show has been on for three weeks and viewers have crowned their King or Queen of the Jungle.

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US will fear the vacuum that could replace Assad

Washington worries that the overthrow of Syria's president could lead to a power grab by Islamist groups.

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Starmer welcomes fall of Assad's 'barbaric regime'

The UK prime minister said it was "early days" when asked whether the government would engage with Syrian rebels.

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Anora or Wicked? Golden Globe nominations to be announced

The Brutalist, Conclave, Sing Sing, Emilia Pérez and Dune: Part Two could also be recognised.

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Saturday, 7 December 2024

Saracens power to bonus-point Champions Cup win

Saracens start their quest for a fourth European Cup with an impressive bonus-point victory over Bulls in blustery conditions at StoneX Stadium.

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Taylor Swift: As the Eras Tour bows out, what will she do next?

The Eras Tour made $2bn and changed the nature of stadium concerts, so how do you follow that up?

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'You couldn't make it up' - Hamilton on qualifying exit

Lewis Hamilton says "you couldn't make it up" after he was eliminated from the first part of qualifying at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

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Friday, 6 December 2024

Tracking Syrian rebels' lightning offensive as they approach key city

BBC Verify has been tracking the territory captured by Syrian rebels as they move towards Homs.

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Cranes work to stabilise growing sinkhole as storm rolls in

Cranes have been brought in to stabilise the chasm, now 17ft (5.2m) wide.

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Liverpool players are used to pressure - Slot

Arne Slot says his Liverpool players are used to the pressure of having to win as they seek to maintain their advantage at the top of the Premier League.

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Thursday, 5 December 2024

Club World Cup draw pairs Man City with Juventus; Chelsea face Flamengo

Defending champions Manchester City will face Juventus in the group stage of next summer's Fifa Club World Cup, while Chelsea meet Flamengo.

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Wednesday, 4 December 2024

Where do the Democrats go from here?

And the fallout from Hunter Biden's pardon continues...

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Tuesday, 3 December 2024

Art showcasing Scottish Sikh community wins Turner Prize

The judges praised the artist's "unexpected and playful combinations of material".

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'I worry every second': Mother of only British hostage in Gaza fears for her life

Mandy Damari tells the BBC she is increasingly concerned for her daughter Emily, who has been held for more than 400 days.

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Massive Elon Musk donation news to me, says Farage

Claims the X mogul is planning to donate $100m to Reform UK are dismissed by party leader Nigel Farage.

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Russian spies surveilled Ukrainian troops at US base, trial hears

Bulgarian nationals Katrin Ivanova, Vanya Gaberova, and Tihomir Ivanchev, deny a conspiracy to spy.

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Monday, 2 December 2024

Arsenal host holders Man Utd in FA Cup third round

Holders Manchester United are drawn away to record 14-time winners Arsenal in the third round of the FA Cup.

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Sunday, 1 December 2024

How Liverpool mixed best of Klopp & Slot to beat Man City

Liverpool's perfect mix and match of Jurgen Klopp's heavy metal and Arne Slot's symphony destroyed Manchester City, writes Phil McNulty.

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'Hundreds of millions' - Ecclestone to sell car collection

Former Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone is to sell his collection of race cars driven by motorsport legends including Michael Schumacher, Niki Lauda and Nelson Piquet.

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'I have to find the solution' - Guardiola after Liverpool defeat

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says Liverpool "deserved" their victory and that he and his side need to find solutions following their 2-0 defeat at Anfield.

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Saturday, 30 November 2024

Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin retains his seat in Irish election

The Fianna Fáil leader is elected as exit polls suggest a close contest between the three major parties.

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Verstappen takes first pole since June in Qatar

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen snatches pole position from Mercedes’ George Russell in the final seconds of qualifying at the Qatar Grand Prix.

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Friday, 29 November 2024

MPs Vote in Favour of Assisted Dying

The bill will now face more scrutiny before it can become law.

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Inside the £4m mansion Jurgen Klopp called home

Take a peak behind the doors of the football manager's sumptuous former home, now for sale at £4.25m.

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Rupert Grint to pay £1.8m after losing tax battle

The former Harry Potter star is ordered to pay the sum after losing a tax appeal.

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MPs back bill to allow assisted dying after emotional debate

In the first Commons vote on the issue in nearly a decade, MPs support the assisted dying bill by 330 to 275.

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Thursday, 28 November 2024

Starmer's Migration Mission

Adam, Chris, Alex and Nick look back on the week

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Romania orders election recount after TikTok bias claims

TikTok denies it gave preferential treatment to any candidate in Romania's presidential election.

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Wednesday, 27 November 2024

US regulator says AI scanner 'deceived' users after BBC story

In a proposed settlement, Evolv Technology will be banned from making certain claims about its products.

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England punish sloppy South Africa to seal T20 series

England equal their third-highest score in women's T20 internationals to cruise to victory against South Africa and seal the three-match series with a game to spare.

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Tuesday, 26 November 2024

Newscast

And, Government promises overhaul of job market.

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Netanyahu: We will respond forcefully to ceasefire violations

The conflict has been Lebanon's deadliest in decades, killing more than 3,800 people since last year.

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Watch: Netanyahu explains why Israel agreed ceasefire deal

His announcement comes after more than a year of conflict between Israeli and Hezbollah forces.

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Monday, 25 November 2024

Salah selfish for contract comments - Carragher

Mohamed Salah is "selfish" for publicly expressing his disappointment at Liverpool's failure to offer him a new contract, says former Reds defender Jamie Carragher.

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More rain forecast after Storm Bert hits UK

At least five people died as the storm brought heavy rain, wind and snow over the weekend.

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5 Live Sport

Alistair Bruce-Ball and guests with reaction and debate on the weekend's football.

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Sunday, 24 November 2024

Match of the Day 2

Highlights of Southampton v Liverpool and Ipswich v Manchester United.

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'Don't drink the spirits': Laos backpackers avoid shots after suspected poisonings

The deaths of six tourists sent shock waves through the backpacker scene in Vang Vieng.

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Wicked opening set to be biggest for Broadway film

Wicked is also expected to have the top-grossing opening weekend in UK and Ireland of 2024.

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Storm Bert floods 'absolutely devastating', says Welsh FM

Heavy rain is moving across Wales into parts of England, as widespread flood warnings remain in place.

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Saturday, 23 November 2024

Irish justice minister praises 'bravery' of woman in Conor McGregor rape case

Justice Minister Helen McEntee said Nikita Hand had shown "there is light at the end of the tunnel".

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Why 'extra special' Nwaneri has to remain patient

Ethan Nwaneri is the second-youngest player to score a Premier League goal for Arsenal, behind only Cesc Fabregas - but Mikel Arteta explains why he must stay patient.

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Dominant Springboks inflict 12th Wales loss in row

Wales slump to a 12th loss in a row as the Springboks end their season on high.

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Friday, 22 November 2024

Backlog of prisoners needing tags 'back to normal level' - minister

Probation officers had told the BBC offenders were recalled to prison as tag fitters were not available.

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Jailed cancer charity thief ordered to pay back rest of £95,000 she defrauded

Lindsay MacCallum was jailed for defrauding two charities of over £95,000 while working for them.

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COP29 overruns as poor countries seethe over climate cash

Developing nations said a new cash offer from rich nations showed "contempt for our vulnerable people".

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Thursday, 21 November 2024

Recall of contraceptive pill in South Africa after packaging mix-up

A faulty batch of Yaz Plus means some packs contain only four active pills rendering them ineffective.

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Wednesday, 20 November 2024

Watch: The TikTokers filming destroyed homes in Beirut

In Beirut, two TikTokers are filming the damage caused by Israeli air strikes for families who have fled.

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Rust premieres at low-key film festival three years after shooting

The movie’s star Alec Baldwin was not invited and did not attend the screening.

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Listen: 5 LIve Tennis - Gracias, Rafa

As Rafael Nadal retires from tennis, 5 Live Sport takes a look back at his career.

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Tuesday, 19 November 2024

Listen: Farmer v Starmer

And, Ukraine uses US long range missiles inside Russian territory for first time.

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Prince Harry jokes in tattoo sketch for Invictus

Prince Harry has appeared in a comedy sketch about getting a tattoo, as he promotes his Invictus Games.

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Monday, 18 November 2024

'A coding Mozart': Boy, 7, gets job offer from Russian IT firm

The software company's boss said Sergey, who teaches coding in online videos, was 'a kind of Mozart'

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Sunday, 17 November 2024

Keep protesting, says Navalny's widow at Berlin march

The march was led by Yulia Navalnaya, widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died in February.

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Saturday, 16 November 2024

Megaport opens up Latin America to Chinese trade as US looks on

A new China-backed megaport in Peru may create whole new trade routes that will bypass North America entirely.

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Why mortgage costs are rising despite interest rate cut

Lenders have been raising the cost of fixed-rate deals creating a headache for buyers and those remortgaging.

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Tyson vs Paul fans 'furious' at Netflix problems

The streaming giant's first foray into live boxing was beset with technical glitches.

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Friday, 15 November 2024

Returning Raducanu puts Britain in charge of BJK Cup tie

Emma Raducanu wins on her return from injury to give Great Britain the best possible start in their bid for a first Billie Jean King Cup title.

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Thursday, 14 November 2024

Raducanu feeling fit as GB launch BJK Cup challenge

Emma Raducanu is expected to play for Great Britain in their Billie Jean King Cup tie against Germany on Friday.

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Girl who died after leaving police vehicle on M5 named

Tamzin Hall, 17, was hit by a car after leaving a police vehicle she was being transported in.

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Folic acid added to flour to lessen birth defects

Fortifying bread and flour will help reduce neural tube defects, such as spina bifida.

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George says England have 'evolved' since World Cup

Captain Jamie George says England have "evolved" from the side beaten by South Africa in the World Cup semi-finals last year.

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Wednesday, 13 November 2024

Women jailed over sadistic monkey torture videos

The judge describes Holly Le Gresley and Adriana Orme's actions as "abhorrent and sadistic".

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French headteacher describes spiral of events that led to teacher's beheading

Audrey F tells a court how a 13-year-old student's lie to her parents led to Samuel Paty's murder.

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IOC needs to protect 'female sport', says Lord Coe

The IOC needs to improve rules on transgender athletes to protect "female sport", says World Athletics president Lord Coe.

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Tuesday, 12 November 2024

Khalife could have 'endangered Zaghari-Ratcliffe'

Daniel Khalife told jurors at his trial that he cannot remember the document in question.

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Why Tesla, crypto and prisons are Trump trade winners

As the dust settles on a post-election stock market rally, some firms have already gained.

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Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby resigns over Church abuse scandal

His resignation comes after a damning report into a prolific child abuser associated with the Church.

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When horror hits China, the first instinct is shut it down

Chinese society is reeling from a series of deadly attacks. The reaction from authorities is often suppression.

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Monday, 11 November 2024

Rogers called into England squad as eight pull out

Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers is called up to England's squad for November’s Nations League internationals after eight players withdraw through injury.

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Watch the Monday Night Club on BBC iPlayer

Mark Chapman and guests debate the weekend's football.

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Sunday, 10 November 2024

Rita Ora in emotional tribute to Liam Payne at MTV Awards

The singer and ceremony host remembers the One Direction star as "one of the kindest people I knew".

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Why luxury cheese is being targeted by black market criminals

How cheese has become so valuable that it's being stolen to order

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Saturday, 9 November 2024

Fortnum & Mason party snub was hurtful, Paralympian says

The London high-end grocer has apologised over failure to host Paralympic athletes alongside Team GB Olympians at event

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Record-breaking runner stars in New York Marathon

Lloyd Martin, who has Down's syndrome, runs the New York Marathon after a record-breaking London run.

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Friday, 8 November 2024

Lammy dismisses past criticism of Trump as 'old news'

The foreign secretary previously called Trump a "tyrant" and "xenophobic" when he was a backbench MP.

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Trump tariffs could cost UK £22bn of exports

The UK could face a £22bn hit to its exports if Donald Trump carries out his tariff threats, researchers say.

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Climate talks to open in shadow of Trump victory

Leaders heading to the annual UN climate talks have a lot of other distractions to contend with

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Watchdog to review police handling of Al Fayed abuse claims

The Independent Office for Police Conduct will review two cases the Met Police investigated.

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Thursday, 7 November 2024

Support for Ukraine 'iron-clad', PM tells Zelensky

The leaders met at a European summit in Hungary amid fears President-elect Trump might curb aid to Ukraine.

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US cuts interest rates as Trump election raises uncertainty

Donald Trump's plans for tax cuts and tariffs raise questions about much further the Fed might cut.

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Wednesday, 6 November 2024

Mings mistake biggest I ever witnessed, says Emery

Tyrone Mings became the first Englishman to concede a penalty on his Champions League debut in bizarre fashion as Aston Villa lost to Brugge.

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Benn's provisional doping suspension lifted

Conor Benn's provisional suspension is lifted after a two-year battle with UK Anti-Doping (Ukad) and the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC).

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Tuesday, 5 November 2024

William takes on illegal wildlife trade in Cape Town speech

Prince William warns that wildlife crime has "ripple effects" that are "profound for us all".

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Iran says German-Iranian died before execution was reported

The judiciary contradicts state media reports from 28 October that Jamshid Sharmahd was put to death.

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Monday, 4 November 2024

Watch: Oxford Street Christmas lights switched on

The famous shopping street becomes the first major London display to switch on for Christmas.

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Modi condemns violence after Canada temple incident

Three people have been arrested and charged over an incident at a Hindu temple near Toronto.

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Sunday, 3 November 2024

Royal estates 'receive millions from public bodies and charities'

The private estates of King Charles and Prince William have received millions of pounds from contracts with taxpayer-funded bodies, according to a new documentary.

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Queen Camilla warns of 'terrifying' domestic violence

The Queen talks to survivors of domestic violence in a forthcoming TV documentary.

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Saturday, 2 November 2024

Royal estates 'receive millions from public bodies and charities'

The private estates of King Charles and Prince William have received millions of pounds from contracts with taxpayer-funded bodies, according to a new documentary.

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Hoax Dublin Halloween parade listing a 'mistake', says website

The owner of a Pakistan-based website says the non-existent Halloween parade was "a mistake".

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Iran's supreme leader says enemies will receive 'crushing response'

The threat comes a week after Israel attacked Iran, raising fears that retaliation will escalate to war.

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Friday, 1 November 2024

House left teetering on clifftop after rockfall

The property, on the Jurassic Coast, is now only 40ft (12m) from a 400ft (121m) drop over the edge.

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Thursday, 31 October 2024

The Budget: NHS, Wages and Farms

How are these areas impacted by the Budget?

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Verstappen 'knows he did wrong deep down' - Norris

McLaren's Lando Norris says title rival Max Verstappen "knows he did wrong" in their battle in last weekend's Mexico City Grand Prix.

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Wednesday, 30 October 2024

Dozens killed as Spanish region hit by year's worth of rain in eight hours

Rescue workers are searching for missing people after Spain was hit by severe flooding.

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Tuesday, 29 October 2024

Electioncast USA: One week to go!

How are Donald Trump and Kamala Harris approaching the final week?

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Adidas ends 'fight' with Kanye West over antisemitism

The two collaborated on the Yeezy collection but cut ties due to the rapper's controversial comments.

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Monday, 28 October 2024

Man Utd in Amorim talks as Ten Hag successor sought

Manchester United are in talks about appointing Sporting coach Ruben Amorim as Erik ten Hag's replacement.

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ICC prosecutor denies sexual misconduct allegations

Karim Khan also asks for an immediate investigation into the allegations against him.

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Iran executes German-Iranian dissident

The German-Iranian had denied leading a group that bombed a mosque in 2008, killing 14 people.

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Sunday, 27 October 2024

'I struggle to speak but dream of being on stage'

A lack of awareness of selective mutism is making diagnosis life worse for families living with it.

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Watch: Match of the Day 2

Mark Chapman introduces highlights from a bumper day of Premier League football.

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Chaos and political drama rock Japan's snap election

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba made a political gamble, and it backfired, leaving a weakened ruling party.

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'A reason why people pay', but Palmer vows to stay grounded

With a goal and a pass described as one of the best in Premier League history, Cole Palmer is why fans pay to watch football, according to Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca.

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Saturday, 26 October 2024

Sainz on Mexico City pole, but Norris 'happy' with third

Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz beats title rivals Max Verstappen and Lando Norris to pole position at the Mexico City Grand Prix.

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Watch: Match of the Day

Gary Lineker introduces highlights of the day’s five Premier League games.

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Is Wolves' late fightback a turning point for O'Neil?

Wolves boss Gary O'Neil hopes his side can build on Saturday's battling late draw at Brighton and climb the table.

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Friday, 25 October 2024

Russell fastest as Bearman crashes with Albon in Mexico

Mercedes’ George Russell sets the pace in a first practice session at the Mexico City Grand Prix punctuated by a heavy crash for Williams’ Alex Albon.

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Ex-Abercrombie CEO pleads not guilty to sex trafficking charges

Mike Jeffries and his partner are accused of using fraud and force to sexually abuse young men.

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Thursday, 24 October 2024

Kamala Harris Calls Donald Trump ‘A Fascist’

And why is Keir Starmer facing questions about reparations for slavery?

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Wednesday, 23 October 2024

Haaland's 'extraordinary' acrobatic finish for Man City

Erling Haaland's "unorthodox" backheel volley doubles Manchester City's lead in the 58th minute of their match week three tie in the Champions League against Sparta Prague at the Etihad Stadium.

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Woman arrested following care home deaths

Police say potential carbon monoxide poisoning is their "primary line of inquiry".

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Usyk asks Fury to sign picture of him being punched in the face

A sedate news conference ends with Tyson Fury tickling Oleksandr Usyk during their face-off.

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Tuesday, 22 October 2024

Palestinians fleeing Jabalia say bodies are left lying on streets

Displaced residents give harrowing accounts of the situation as an Israeli offensive continues.

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German police raid pizzeria serving side order of cocaine

The number 40 pizza was one of the DĂĽsseldorf restaurant's most popular pizzas, police said.

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Monday, 21 October 2024

Police officer cleared of murdering Chris Kaba

Plus, Michael Gove joins Adam in the Newscast studio.

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The King and the protestor: The challenges of a royal tour

An Indigenous senator's protest is a reminder of the historical baggage that royal tours can bring.

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Sunday, 20 October 2024

Watch: Match of the Day 2

Highlights of the day’s two Premier League matches, including Liverpool v Chelsea.

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'Slot's more measured Liverpool pass biggest test yet'

Liverpool's "heavy metal" approach under Jurgen Klopp may be a thing of the past - but Arne Slot passed his first big test against Chelsea.

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Man City winner at Wolves a 'grey area' - but what does law say?

What was the fall-out of John Stones' late winner for Manchester City against Wolves, with the goal given following a VAR check after initially being ruled out.

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Saturday, 19 October 2024

We showed we are together - Man Utd boss Ten Hag

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag believes the comeback victory against Brentford is proof of the "togetherness" in his squad.

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Friday, 18 October 2024

Cuba suffers nationwide blackout after main power plant fails

Prime minister Manuel Marrero declared an "energy emergency" on Thursday following months of lengthy blackouts.

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Angelina Jolie 'spellbinding' as opera star Callas

The actress plays the lead role in Pablo LarraĂ­n's Maria, which could place her in the Oscars race.

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Thursday, 17 October 2024

Bowen: Sinwar's death is serious blow to Hamas, but not the end of the war

Netanyahu has won a big victory with the killing of Yahya Sinwar. But it is not the end of the war, nor of Hamas.

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Inheritance tax increases expected in Budget

It is not known how many people are likely to end up paying more under the government's plan.

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Massive great white shark washes up dead on Cape Cod beach

Officials had to use a tow truck to carry the 3.6 meter shark off the beach.

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Wednesday, 16 October 2024

William addresses his privilege in helping homeless

Prince William says he wants to make use of his public platform to campaign against homelessness.

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Amy Adams turns into a dog in 'bizarre and brilliant' film

Nightbitch, released in December, is less of a body horror and more of a metaphor about motherhood.

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From Accrington Stanley to England No 2 - who is 'all round good egg' Barry?

New England assistant Anthony Barry played with Jamie Vardy at Fleetwood Town and started his coaching journey with Accrington Stanley Under-16s.

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Tuesday, 15 October 2024

Fake vintage wine gang busted in France and Italy, police say

The group is alleged to have made fake labels from famous French vineyards, using them to sell cheap wine.

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Weight Loss Jabs for Jobs?

Health Secretary says jabs could be given to help people get back into work.

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Actor says Trump 'should be grateful' for controversial film

The Apprentice, which focuses on Trump's early years as a real estate tycoon, is released this week.

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Monday, 14 October 2024

Mendy says he was lent money by former Man City team-mates

Former Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy says he was lent money by his then team-mates Raheem Sterling, Bernardo Silva and Riyad Mahrez when the club stopped paying him after he was charged with rape and sexual assault.

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MK Dons host AFC Wimbledon in FA Cup first round

MK Dons will host rivals AFC Wimbledon as one of 40 ties in the FA Cup first round.

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Sunday, 13 October 2024

De Decker stuns Humphries to win World Grand Prix

Mike de Decker causes a huge upset as he beats defending champion Luke Humphries 6-4 to win the World Grand Prix title.

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'A camp riddled with chaos & confusion - England need clarity'

England's latest international camp has been riddled with confusion on the pitch and off it, as Phil McNulty looks at what comes next for Lee Carsley and the Football Association.

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Over 60 injured in drone attack on northern Israel

Hezbollah claimed responsibility for the attack, saying it was in response to Israeli strikes in Lebanon.

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Saturday, 12 October 2024

Scottish DJ Jackmaster dies aged 38 after head injury in Ibiza

Jack Revill, 38, died on Saturday morning following "complications arising from an accidental head injury".

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Chelsea pile pressure on Arsenal with 2-1 win

Chelsea continue their 100% start to the WSL season under new coach Sonia Bompastor with a 2-1 win at Arsenal.

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Wigan beat Hull KR in Grand Final to seal quadruple

Wigan Warriors seal the quadruple and become the first side to win all four trophies in a season as they beat Hull KR in the Super League Grand Final.

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Friday, 11 October 2024

MrBeast: The King of YouTube?

As the world's biggest YouTuber faces controversy, will his empire crumble?

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Thursday, 10 October 2024

Hurricane Milton and a storm of misinformation

Joe Biden said misinformation was making people "panic".

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England & Greece pay tribute to Baldock at Wembley

England and Greece players hold a minute's silence in remembrance of George Baldock before Thursday's Nations League meeting at Wembley.

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Wednesday, 9 October 2024

Robert Jenrick vs Kemi Badenoch

The final two Conservative leadership candidates.

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Labour's new deal for workers: A fight postponed?

The government is unveiling a boost for workers' rights - but many of them won't happen right away.

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Tuesday, 8 October 2024

Troubled HS2 rail line may now run to central London, minister says

The Transport Secretary says it would make "no sense" to have the line terminate in west London.

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Madeleine McCann suspect cleared of rape charges in separate trial

Christian BrĂĽckner is already in jail but has not been charged with the British girl's disappearance.

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Monday, 7 October 2024

Cissy Houston, legendary singer and mother of Whitney Houston, dies at 91

Houston was a renowned gospel singer who performed with superstars like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.

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‘Daily challenge to get stories out of Gaza’ - BBC's Rushdi Abualouf

The BBC's Rushdi Abualouf sheds light on the challenges of reporting the war from inside and outside of Gaza.

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Rower Grant is BBC Green Sport Awards Athlete of Year

Imogen Grant, Rhydian Cowley and Adrian 'Ace' Buchan are among the winners of this year's BBC Green Sport Awards.

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'Prison parkrun helps rehabilitation,' says governor

Governor Gary Milling rejects any suggestion that the event is a perk which prisoners do not deserve.

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Sunday, 6 October 2024

The Papers: 'Gray ousted' and 'Israel remembers'

Sue Gray's exit and Israel's memorial for the 7 October attack headline several of Monday's papers.

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Antisemitic incidents in US surge to record high - report

The Anti-Defamation League identified 10,000 antisemitic incidents in the year after the 7 October attacks.

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'Barlinnie destroyed me, but it also made me a better person'

Jimmy Boyle fought his incarceration at Scotland's most notorious prison, but it led him to becoming a celebrated artist.

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Ghost guns and transgender care: Major cases before US Supreme Court

The top US court is back in session with cases that may affect American life - and its standing in the public.

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Saturday, 5 October 2024

The Papers: PM's call for calm and 'private school VAT delay'

The prime minister warns hatred towards Jews and Muslims is on the rise in the UK and calls for 'political solutions'

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Watch: BBC reporter in the midst of rocket fire into Israel

The BBC's Nick Beake reports from northern Israel, where Hezbollah continues to fire rockets into Israel.

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Setback for black student suspended over dreadlocks

Darryl George was suspended from his Houston-area high school over his dreadlocks.

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Friday, 4 October 2024

The week that pushed the Middle East closer to all-out war

There have been many moments of extreme danger over the past year. This is the worst.

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NHS bosses want chippy to sell fruit and veg

Plans for a new takeaway prompt health bosses to chip in with their own suggestions.

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'I felt my heart was going to stop': At the scene of an IDF strike in Beirut

An apparent attempted assassination tore through a Beirut tower block, far from Hezbollah's base.

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Canadian child dies from rabies after bat found in bedroom

It marks the first domestically-acquired case of human rabies in Ontario since 1967.

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Thursday, 3 October 2024

The Papers: 'PM defies US to cede Chagos' and 'oil price scare'

Several papers highlight Israel's potential next move against Iran, with widespread speculation its oil infrastructure could be targeted.

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Chagossians criticise lack of say in UK deal to hand over islands

Chagossians claim they were repeatedly refused the chance to take part in negotiations behind the historic deal.

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Helene is deadliest mainland US hurricane since Katrina

Hundreds of people are still missing and nearly a million homes are without power a week after the storm tore across the US south-east.

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Watch: Jeremy Bowen presses Hamas deputy leader on 7 October attacks

One of the most senior leaders of Hamas - a group designated a terrorist organisation by the UK and others - speaks to the BBC's Jeremy Bowen.

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Wednesday, 2 October 2024

Four Tory leadership hopefuls take the stage

Four MPs who hope to become the next Conservative leader had 20 minutes each to deliver a speech to conference.

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Chris Mason: Cleverly makes his mark - but will it be enough?

The ex-home secretary is looking to close the gap with frontrunners Robert Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch.

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Tuesday, 1 October 2024

A quick guide to JD Vance

Ohio Senator JD Vance is Trump's running mate for the US presidential election. Here's everything you need to know about him.

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First came the alert message, then the boom of interceptions

As missiles lit up the skies above Israel, our reporter Alice Cuddy reported from a safe room in Jerusalem.

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More than 100 to sue Sean 'Diddy' Combs

New alleged victims are to sue to the hip-hop mogul who denies all allegations of wrongdoing.

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Monday, 30 September 2024

Prince Harry celebrates 'little legends' at London charity awards

The prince made a rare public appearance in the UK to attend the awards.

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Watch: Moment mudslide tears through home in North Carolina

Footage shows a torrent of debris and dirt surging down a hill during Hurricane Helene.

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Joyful welcome by stranded astronauts for SpaceX capsule crew

A capsule sent to bring back two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station has docked.

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Sunday, 29 September 2024

Young Lebanese girl left fighting for life after Israeli strikes

Noor Mossawi, aged six, is one of a number of people in critical condition in a hospital in eastern Lebanon.

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First celebrity leaves Strictly after dance-off

Two contestants faced the first dreaded dance-off in front of the judges to decide their fate.

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'Heroes' save animals after land 'sacrificed' in floods

The owner of a smallholding believes her property was flooded because drainage pools for a nearby main road were not being properly managed.

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Saturday, 28 September 2024

‘The worst moment the country has passed through': Fear on the streets of Beirut

Lebanon is a country that knows war - but for some Israel’s recent escalation already feels worse.

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Trump or Harris? In a crisis-hit world, diplomats resigned to either

Behind the scenes at the United Nations, insiders tell the BBC they don't see major change whoever wins the White House.

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Friday, 27 September 2024

Al Fayed's son 'horrified' by sexual abuse allegations

Omar Al Fayed says the allegations have "thrown into question the loving memory I had of him".

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Families of 43 missing students in Mexico are still demanding justice

In September 2014, 43 student teachers disappeared from the city of Iguala. Their protesting relatives want to know the truth.

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Keir Starmer received more clothes worth £16,000

Downing Street says the way the donations were initially declared has been changed.

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Thursday, 26 September 2024

'Send us a plane', Britons in Lebanon urge PM

More Britons in Lebanon tell the BBC about the increasingly desperate situation there as war looms.

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Man arrested over rail terror message hack

A man who works for the company which provides some wi-fi services has been arrested.

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Wednesday, 25 September 2024

Liverpool head to Brighton - EFL Cup fourth-round draw

Holders Liverpool travel to Brighton and Tottenham will host Manchester City in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup.

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Are Israeli troops going into Lebanon?

And how is the UK responding?

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Tuesday, 24 September 2024

UK to send hundreds of troops to Cyprus for possible Lebanon evacuation

Britain’s military has been preparing for months for the possibility of an emergency evacuation in Lebanon.

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Brook's first ODI century keeps England in series

Captain Harry Brook hits a superb first one-day international century as England beat Australia in the third match to keep the series alive.

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Monday, 23 September 2024

Smoke from several Israeli strikes seen from Lebanon beach

Video from the coast near the Israeli border shows plumes of smoke rising into the skyline.

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Sunday, 22 September 2024

'Streetwise Arsenal show they are real deal amid Man City pain'

Streetwise Arsenal show they are the real deal despite being denied a famous win at Etihad Stadium, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

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Unions and Labour still wrangling over workers' rights

The unions are behind Labour's plans to boost workers' rights but can't agree on the details.

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Swearing punishment could speed up F1 exit - Verstappen

Max Verstappen says issues such as his punishment for swearing may "decide my future" and are "really tiring".

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Saturday, 21 September 2024

Israel limits gatherings in north as attacks target Hezbollah

Israel says the move is needed because it expects the Iran-backed Lebanese group to escalate rocket attacks.

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Amy Dowden 'so happy' after making Strictly return

Amy Dowden was told she was "home where you belong" after returning to the show after cancer treatment.

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Father and son jailed over £1m National Trust fraud

Roger Bryant and his son James, from Barnstaple in Devon, were sentenced after a trial in Bristol.

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Kamala Harris accepts CNN invitation for TV debate

Kamala Harris had "gladly" accepted CNN's invitation to debate two weeks before the election.

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Friday, 20 September 2024

Secret Service admits 'complacency' before Trump rally shooting

The agency's director cites a failure to secure the building the shooter fired from among a litany of security breakdowns.

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Why Kamala Harris is highlighting her gun ownership

The Democratic nominee for president has joked that anyone who breaks into her house is "getting shot".

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Burglar stabbed in prison kitchen awarded £5m

Steven Wilson lives with "life-changing" injuries as a result of the attack, the High Court is told.

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Thursday, 19 September 2024

'That's how we want to play' - Brook happy with England's approach

Harry Brook says he is not concerned by England's batting failures in the first ODI against Australia, but former England skipper Sir Alastair Cook disagrees.

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Best shots from Head's 'excellent' 154 as Australia win first ODI

Watch the best shots from Travis Head's unbeaten 154 as Australia beat England by seven wickets at Trent Bridge in the first ODI.

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Wednesday, 18 September 2024

Union criticises 'censorship' after play cancelled

A play was cancelled, reportedly in a dispute over references to the Israel-Gaza war and trans rights.

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Springfield grapples with false pet-eating rumours - and real problems

Locals say they are facing serious issues with housing, jobs and harassment, even though pet-eating rumours are false.

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Tuesday, 17 September 2024

'Reynolds and McElhenney could be huge for Welsh cricket'

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney investing in Welsh Fire could be a “huge opportunity” for cricket in Wales, says Glamorgan chief Dan Cherry.

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Liverpool fan in Italy for match dies in crash

Philip Dooley, 51, died after he was hit by a vehicle in Bergamo, where he had gone to watch the team.

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Monday, 16 September 2024

The Papers: 'Huw Edwards' shame' and 'reputation in tatters'

Tuesday's headlines are dominated by the sentencing of ex-BBC newsreader Huw Edwards.

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Ros Atkins examines how Trump neared gun at golf course

The BBC's analysis editor looks at the route Trump was taking and where secret agents spotted a rifle.

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Sunday, 15 September 2024

'Catastrophe' as deadly floods hit Central and Eastern Europe

Torrential rain from Storm Boris has swelled rivers across central and eastern Europe, with one person confirmed to have drowned in Poland.

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'McLaren's constructors' lead a seismic development'

After starting the 2023 season with one of the slowest cars, McLaren celebrate a "huge milestone" by taking over a constructors' championship leaders.

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Saturday, 14 September 2024

'Honeymoon' over as Slot rues Liverpool 'setback'

"A setback" is how Arne Slot describes his first defeat as Liverpool manager, while pundit Chris Sutton declares "the honeymoon is over".

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Government defends early release scheme after freed prisoner charged with sexual assault

Amari Ward, 31, is alleged to have attacked a woman on the same day he was released.

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Tributes left as teen held over tower block deaths

An 18-year-old is still being questioned by police after three people were found dead at flats.

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Friday, 13 September 2024

Dobson claims surprise win at Diamond League season finale

Great Britain’s Charlie Dobson produces a stunning run in the Diamond League season finale in Brussels to win the men’s 400 metres.

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'Biggest shock of the night' - GB's Dobson wins 400m

Watch Great Britain's Charlie Dobson pull off the "biggest shock of the night" as he wins the men's 400m final in 44.49 at the Diamond League meeting in Brussels.

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Greens hit with £90,000 bill after discrimination case

The Green Party discriminated against Shahrar Ali during a row over his gender critical beliefs, a court ruled.

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Thursday, 12 September 2024

Morocco confirms first mpox case in current outbreak

Mpox has spread to at least 14 African countries and has been declared a public health emergency.

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Harvey Weinstein indicted on new charges in New York

The indictment is currently sealed, but news outlets reported the charges were related to sex-crime allegations.

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Wednesday, 11 September 2024

UK government confirms £500m Tata Steel subsidy, as 2,500 jobs to go

Ministers say they have reached an "improved deal" to safeguard the future of Tata's Port Talbot plant.

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Tuesday, 10 September 2024

Ros Atkins on…what the polls say, and if we can trust them

BBC analysis editor Ros Atkins takes a look at the latest polling in the US election battleground states.

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Grandmother who stole £70,000 from school jailed

Wendy Gill took the money from the school to help fund her partner's drug habit, a court hears.

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Monday, 9 September 2024

The Princess’s Video Message

Kate says she has completed chemotherapy treatment.

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Kane set for 100th cap - the numbers behind his success

Captain Harry Kane will become just the 10th man to make 100 England appearances when the Three Lions face Finland in the Nations League at Wembley on Tuesday.

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Sunday, 8 September 2024

Weir retires from Great Britain competition

Six-time Paralympic champion David Weir retires from GB competition after finishing fifth in the marathon in Paris.

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Saturday, 7 September 2024

‘The world was against us’ - artist Alison Lapper on the son she lost

The artist opens up about the death of her teenage son and why she will always be scrutinised.

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The Papers: 'Tax the rich to fund winter fuel', and Oasis go global

Sunday's headlines include the latest on cuts to winter fuel payments and Oasis taking their tour stateside.

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Vaughan Gething to stand down at next election

The ex-first minister has told members of Cardiff and Penarth Labour party he will not stand again.

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Friday, 6 September 2024

Space station timelapse captures stunning 'orbital sunrise' over Earth

The footage - captured by a Nasa astronaut - shows the skies brighten as the International Space Station passes over Europe.

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Strongest typhoon in a decade slams into 'China's Hawaii' with 140mph winds

About 400,000 in Hainan island evacuated to safe ground ahead of Yagi's arrival.

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Owner of OnlyFans paid $631m as subscriptions rise

Leonid Radvinsky's huge earnings were revealed in the online platform's latest accounts.

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Thursday, 5 September 2024

Trump says Musk could head 'government efficiency' force

In a speech at an economic club Thursday, the former president endorsed the Tesla boss's idea for a task force on government spending

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Michel Barnier's journey from Mr Brexit to French PM

France's new prime minister is best known even in his native France as the EU’s chief Brexit negotiator.

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Wednesday, 4 September 2024

Kinghorn beats Debrunner to win first Paralympic gold

Sammi Kinghorn wins her first Paralympic gold medal in sensational fashion, taking victory in the T53 100m.

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Tuesday, 3 September 2024

Baker praises 'Mary Poppins' horse as GB win bronzes

Natasha Baker admitted she struggled with balancing competition and motherhood after winning her ninth Paralympic equestrian medal.

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Paralympian's proposal after 'exiting the darkness'

Italian sprinter Alessandro Ossola says proposing to his girlfriend Arianna at the Paralympics is better than winning a medal.

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Monday, 2 September 2024

Former Page Three model Sam Fox threatened to knock police officer's teeth out

The former Page 3 model and pop star pleads guilty to being drunk and disorderly at Heathrow airport

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GB's Challis & Fiddes win swimming golds

Great Britain win two swimming gold medals in 15 scintillating minutes in the pool at Paris 2024 on Monday.

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Has ticket row taken the shine off Oasis reunion?

The Gallagher brothers received backlash after ticket prices shot up as fans waited in an online queue.

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Sunday, 1 September 2024

Oasis 'dynamic pricing' row prompts government probe

The culture secretary has called the selling of Oasis tickets at "vastly inflated" prices "depressing".

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Striking images reveal depths of Titanic's slow decay

A new expedition finds that a large part of the railing at the ship's front has fallen away.

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Woman charged with murder of six-year-old boy

A 41-year-old woman has been charged with the murder of a six-year-old boy.

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Saturday, 31 August 2024

The Papers: 'Supersonic Saturday' and actress' Savile allegations

The ongoing drama around Oasis ticket sales dominates Sunday's papers.

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UN agencies to start rollout of Gaza polio vaccines

The drive comes after the first confirmed case of the disease in 25 years was discovered in Gaza.

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Firefighters tackle blaze opposite O2 arena in London

One van was destroyed by the fire, and most of a car and lorry were damaged at a yard in Silvertown.

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Seven months pregnant para-archer Grinham secures Paris bronze

Para-archer Jodie Grinham beats Paralympics GB team-mate and reigning champion Phoebe Paterson Pine to win bronze in the women's individual compound.

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Friday, 30 August 2024

The Papers: Ozempic 'slows ageing' and Jenas 'battling to save marriage'

Several papers focus on a new finding that weight loss jobs may slow down standard markers for ageing.

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Telegram: 'The dark web in your pocket'

The arrest of Telegram’s chief executive in France has ignited a debate about moderation on his app.

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Boy who smashed ancient Bronze Age jar returns to museum

The 3,500-year-old jar was in Haifa's Hecht Museum in Israel.

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Elon Musk's X suspended in Brazil after supreme court ruling

The social media giant says it refused to comply with a judge's order to appoint a legal representative.

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Thursday, 29 August 2024

A nasty fall left me with a terrible snoring problem

Debbie Byers has snored "like a fog horn" since she fell on steps in Edinburgh earlier this year

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Germany to tighten knife laws as anger grows at mass stabbing

The German government announces weapons and asylum changes after deadly attack in Solingen.

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Wednesday, 28 August 2024

Telegram boss banned from leaving France in criminal probe

He has been placed under formal investigation as part of a probe into organised crime on the messaging app, French prosecutors say.

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Why is Harris bringing Walz to her first major interview?

The Democractic presidential nominee is facing some criticism for dodging the scrutiny of a solo interview.

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Tuesday, 27 August 2024

PM says he wants 'best people' after cronyism claims

It follows scrutiny over a series of Civil Service jobs awarded to people with links to Labour.

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Liverpool agree deal for Valencia keeper Mamardashvili

Liverpool agree to sign Georgia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia in a deal worth up to £29m.

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Monday, 26 August 2024

Nostalgic Indians flock to cinemas to watch old hits

Dozens of Indian films, some made more than 20 years ago, are being released again in cinemas - why?

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PM to say Parliament return not 'business as usual'

The prime minister will make a speech in Downing Street before Parliament returns next week.

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Two Pacific Ocean hurricanes seen from space

Heavy rainfall from Hurricane Hone has eased potential wildfire warnings on some Hawaii islands.

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Sunday, 25 August 2024

Is life getting easier for renters?

Rents across the UK have soared in recent years. But new data shows that's changing.

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Ko wins Women's Open to end eight-year major drought

New Zealand's Lydia Ko ends an eight-year major drought with victory at the AIG Women's Open at St Andrews.

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Saturday, 24 August 2024

Match of the Day

Gary Lineker presents highlights from the day’s seven Premier League matches.

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Tennessee TikToker on mission to prove British food isn't bland after all

Kalani Smith, from Tennessee, reviews staples of British cuisine to his three million followers.

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Friday, 23 August 2024

Mourners told Southport victim Elsie filled life with 'love and joy'

Hundreds lined the streets to celebrate the life of seven-year-old Elsie Dot Stancombe.

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RFK Jr suspends campaign for White House and backs Donald Trump

The third-party candidate said he no longer has "a realistic path to victory in the face of systematic censorship".

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Thursday, 22 August 2024

Newscast

Stevie Wonder, John Legend, and Oprah turn up at the DNC

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Wednesday, 21 August 2024

Postcard finally arrives 121 years after it was sent

The card was addressed to a Miss Lydia Davies, who lived at the address when it was sent in 1903.

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Tuesday, 20 August 2024

Divers battle 10-minute dive window and debris in yacht search

Rescue operations continue for those still missing after the Bayesian yacht sank off the coast of Sicily.

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Six Kamala Harris claims fact-checked

BBC Verify examined claims made by Harris, about her record and Trump's on the economy, abortion and immigration.

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Monday, 19 August 2024

Brighton sign Rutter in £40m club record deal

Brighton complete the signing of forward Georginio Rutter for a club record fee of £40m from Leeds.

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Harris, Obama and Beyoncé (maybe) at the DNC

And, UK tycoon among those missing after yacht sinks.

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GB's Watson, Jubb & Kartal win in US Open qualifiers

Britain's Heather Watson, Paul Jubb and Sonay Kartal make it through the first round of qualifying for the US Open.

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Sunday, 18 August 2024

Rider dies after crash in Manx Grand Prix qualifying

Louis O’Regan, 43, dies after a crash during the opening qualifying session, race organisers confirm.

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Why the skies turned red over the UK this weekend

Smoke from wildfires in north America has brought a "vivid" hue to skies above Britain ahead of a rare lunar phenomenon.

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Saturday, 17 August 2024

Is Cromwell's body buried at this country house?

The family who own the estate think the Civil War leader's final resting place is in their attic.

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Homes to be evacuated from suspected WW2 bomb site

The BBC has seen a notice that says homes and businesses within a 400m (0.25 miles) radius are to be evacuated by 10:00 BST on Sunday.

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Sniper shot Trump gunman's weapon and delayed him - report

A police sniper potentially saved lives by shooting the rifle of the would-be assassin, a congressional report says.

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Girl's rare cancer was mistaken for a wart

A child with a cancerous lesion on her toe was mistakenly diagnosed as having a wart.

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Friday, 16 August 2024

'I was terrified' - Saoirse Ronan learns lambing for The Outrun

Based on Amy Liptrot’s award winning memoir, the film is about a young woman returning to Orkney to deal with her past.

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Call for respect as Instagram tourists flood park

A growing flood visitors to a national park are urged to research and respect the area.

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New homes and end to price-gouging: Harris sets economic goals

Vice-president Kamala Harris targets housing costs and price gouging in newly-released economic plans.

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Paul Hollywood defends wife over pub sale

The Great British Bake Off judge says his family has faced 'vindictiveness' over Smarden pub sale.

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Thursday, 15 August 2024

Harry and Meghan meet Colombian vice-president on visit

Francia Márquez hosts Prince Harry and Meghan at her official residence in Bogota.

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Cash prizes and free rent: Uni clearing offers 'inappropriate'

Potential students are being offered incentives if they sign up for certain degree courses through clearing.

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Wednesday, 14 August 2024

Key questions that remain about Nottingham killer's care

Valdo Calocane often stopped taking his medication and was becoming increasingly violent, assessments before the attack show - yet his care did not change.

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Watch: BBC reporter at scene of West Midlands sodium cyanide spill

The BBC's Jo Black reports from where a major incident was declared after the chemical affected a 12-mile stretch of canals.

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Tuesday, 13 August 2024

Baby twins killed in Gaza as father registered births

The twins were just four days old when their home was bombed in an Israeli air strike.

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Confusion may have led to Costa allergy death, inquest told

Hannah Jacobs died within hours of sipping a Costa Coffee hot chocolate made with cows' milk.

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Girl, 13, admits violent disorder at hotel, as more people face court over riots

The girl was seen punching and kicking at the entrance of a hotel housing asylum seekers, a court hears.

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Monday, 12 August 2024

Girl died drinking Costa hot chocolate, inquest told

The 13-year-old had a dairy allergy went into anaphylactic shock, an inquest hears

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Reservoir of liquid water found deep in Martian rocks

Studies of quakes detected from the planet's surface found it in the planet's rocky outer crust.

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Doctor gave warning about Nottingham killer years before attacks

The concern that Valdo Calocane could "end up killing someone" appears in a summary of medical records shared with BBC Panorama.

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Prince William's hairy moment in Olympics video message

Prince William's beard took all the attention in his latest congratulatory Olympics video. But he's not the first royal to wear a beard.

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Sunday, 11 August 2024

John Lewis-based flooring firm enters administration

The Floor Room, which trades out of 34 John Lewis stores, appointed administrators leading to 196 job losses.

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Ten viral moments from the Paris Olympics

From an unexpected swimmer at La Defense Arena to a casual Turkish shooter, here is a look at 10 viral moments from the Paris Olympics.

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What can Team GB medallists hope to earn after their wins?

For most of the UK's athletes, there is not big money in sport. But there is cash to be made from advertising.

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Saturday, 10 August 2024

Seven taken to hospital after festival crowd surge

One woman, who was at the festival with her daughter, says the surge was "terrifying".

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Lin follows Khelif by winning gold amid controversy

Lin Yu-ting becomes the second boxer in 24 hours to win Olympic gold, despite the ongoing row over her gender eligibility.

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Friday, 9 August 2024

Welcome to Wrexham star dies aged 100

Wrexham AFC paid tribute to its oldest fan after his death was announced online.

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GB take bronze in men's 4x100m relay

Watch Great Britain win the bronze medal in the men's 4x100m relay as Canada take gold at Paris 2024.

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Adam Britton: The ‘monster’ animal abuser who hid in plain sight

Even those who knew him best had no clue crocodile expert Adam Britton was torturing dozens of dogs to death.

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Thursday, 8 August 2024

Tebogo wins stunning 200m as Lyles is denied double

Botswana's Letsile Tebogo claims a surprise 200m gold as American Noah Lyles is denied an Olympic sprint double at Paris 2024.

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Wednesday, 7 August 2024

Boxer Lin reaches final amid eligibility row

Lin Yu-ting secures a place in the Olympic women's featherweight final amid the ongoing controversy over her eligibility.

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Why has Ukraine launched a raid into Russia?

Vladimir Putin called the attack a "provocation", but Kyiv's objectives are not immediately clear.

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Tuesday, 6 August 2024

Bangladesh parliament dissolved after PM flees country

The dissolution of parliament, a key demand of protesters, paves the way for an interim government.

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Monday, 5 August 2024

Euphoria in Bangladesh after PM Sheikh Hasina flees country

President Mohammed Shahabuddin ordered the release of a jailed former prime minister.

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Moment Met Police chief appears to push past journalist's microphone

Sir Mark Rowley was asked about "ending two-tier policing" as he left the Cabinet Office.

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Sunday, 4 August 2024

Hodgkinson & Kerr cruise through to set up title bids

Team GB gold medal hopes Keely Hodgkinson and Josh Kerr both set up the opportunity to race for Olympic glory in Paris.

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Error and fraud in business tax schemes cost the UK £4.1bn

HMRC says billions have been lost through tax schemes designed to encourage research and development.

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Keir Starmer condemns 'far-right thuggery' after another day of violence

The prime minister says people have a right to be safe and yet we've seen "Muslim communities targeted... Nazi salutes in the street".

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Hotel attacked and police injured in more clashes

Protesters in Rotherham broke into the Holiday Inn Express in Rotherham and threw missiles at police.

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Saturday, 3 August 2024

Finding empowerment through drag after cancer

After facing years of treatment as a child, performing in drag helps Teifi Rowlands process trauma.

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Snoop Dogg: America's cheerleader at the Olympics

NBC hired Snoop Dogg as a special correspondent, but he has shown up for US athletes at the Olympics.

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Maui wildfire victims offered $4bn settlement

The proposed deal would compensate hundreds of people impacted by last year's deadly blazes.

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Friday, 2 August 2024

Freed Russian dissidents refused to sign plea for mercy from Putin

Both also conveyed gratitude to the countries who worked to free them.

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Convicted rapist Van de Velde booed loudly during defeat

Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde is loudly booed when playing for the Netherlands in their beach volleyball defeat by Norway at the Olympics.

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Thursday, 1 August 2024

Mum's anger over Game of Thrones passport mix-up

The family are still hoping to go on their dream holiday later this year.

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Big Sudan camp pushed into famine - experts

The conflict and restrictions on aid deliveries are to blame as the siege of el-Fasher city continues.

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Wednesday, 31 July 2024

Two new dementia risks identified by major report

Treating failing eyesight and high cholesterol can help lower the risk of the illness, a study suggests.

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Hezbollah confirms commander died in Israeli strike

Israel had accused Fuad Shukr, a top Hezbollah commanders, of masterminding operations against Israel.

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Trump on Harris: 'Is she Indian or is she black?'

Donald Trump questioned the vice-president's racial identity while speaking at a conference for black journalists.

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Tuesday, 30 July 2024

Reeves and Hunt's claims about shortfalls checked

The chancellor and shadow chancellor made a series of claims the morning after Rachel Reeves blamed the Conservatives for a funding shortfall.

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Be at your best in the heat: Olympians' five tips

Temperatures are soaring in Paris - so we've been asking athletes how they keep performing in the heat.

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Monday, 29 July 2024

Richards wins silver with GB team-mate Scott fourth

Matt Richards misses out on a stunning gold by two hundredths of a second but takes a thrilling silver in the 200m freestyle in Paris.

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'Worst thing I’ve ever seen' - witnesses describe Southport attack

Two children died and nine were injured in a knife attack on a children's dance class in Southport.

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Israeli protesters enter army base after soldiers held over Gaza detainee abuse

The Sde Teiman base has been at the centre of reports of serious abuses against Palestinians from Gaza.

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Sunday, 28 July 2024

Kit Harington defends play's 'black out' nights

Slave Play, which has just opened in London, has nights with dedicated performances for black audiences.

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Kemi Badenoch announces bid to become Tory leader

The 44-year-old, seen as a front runner to replace Rishi Sunak, promises to "renew" the Tory party.

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Obituary: Edna O'Brien, the writer whose novels created scandal and were banned

Edna O'Brien will always be known as the controversial Irish novelist who scandalised Catholic Ireland.

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Saturday, 27 July 2024

The Papers: 'Council house revolution' and '£20bn black hole'

Headlines include Labour pledging to kickstart home building and a reported shortfall in public finances.

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Video appears to show lead-up to airport incident

A constable was suspended after a shorter clip of the same incident circulated online.

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Laura Whitmore alleges 'inappropriate behaviour' on Strictly

The television presenter says she wants to set the record straight.

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Priti Patel vows to unite Tories in leadership bid

The former home secretary is the fifth MP seeking to replace Rishi Sunak as party leader.

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Friday, 26 July 2024

BBC Verify analyses attacks on the French railway system

French rail company SNCF said its high-speed network had been targeted by "malicious acts" aimed at paralysing the rail network.

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Assisted dying bill introduced in Parliament

Former Justice Secretary Lord Falconer's bill would allow terminally ill adults to end their lives.

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Thursday, 25 July 2024

Missing Henry VIII portrait found after random X post

A historian spots the work from the 1590s in the background of a photo shared on the social media site.

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Sainsbury's sorry for 'racist slur' trouser detail

Customers pointed out that the listing used a phrase deployed by racists to avoid language filters.

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Mercer helps inquiry but says he will not betray sources

The former minister has clashed with the Afghanistan Inquiry over information about alleged war crimes.

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Wednesday, 24 July 2024

Pilot survived Nepal crash after cockpit split from plane

The plane's cockpit split from its fuselage leaving pilot as the sole survivor of crash that killed 18.

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The Charlotte Dujardin case explained

BBC Sport recaps why Charlotte Dujardin is out of the Olympics, what happened and what it means for equestrian.

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Tuesday, 23 July 2024

Chris Mason: Starmer’s ruthless streak on show again

The PM has put down a marker - but will it nip future rebellions in the bud or store up trouble for later?

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Celine Dion at Olympics would be great, Macron says

The singer is in Paris as speculation swirls the "queen of ballads" will perform at the opening ceremony.

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Failed asylum seekers to be sent back to Vietnam

A plane intended to remove asylum seekers to Rwanda will be used to send dozens of people to Vietnam, Labour sources said.

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Monday, 22 July 2024

Everything You Need to Know About Kamala Harris

The vice-president is the favourite to be Democratic nominee for president.

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Kamala Harris: From prosecutor to possible president

The vice-president is vying for the Democrats' presidential nomination after Joe Biden left the race.

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'Inspirational' former BBC TV presenter dies

Beccy Barr who became a firefighter after leaving the BBC is described as an "inspiration to many".

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Sunday, 21 July 2024

Jeremy Hunt apologises for pandemic 'groupthink'

The ex health secretary says the government only prepared for a flu pandemic, which he "should have challenged".

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Saturday, 20 July 2024

Bella Hadid's Adidas advert dropped after Israeli criticism

The model was chosen to promote shoes referencing the 1972 Munich Olympics, at which 11 Israeli athletes were killed.

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WW2 veteran receives medals 80 years late

George Lewis is awarded his medals decades after they seemingly "got lost in the post".

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Friday, 19 July 2024

Leave cliff diving to professionals, warn police

The warning comes as Ballycastle is set to host the 2024 Red Bull Cliff diving series this week.

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Puberty blocker curb has not led to suicide rise, says review

An independent review said the language used around the issue on social media was dangerous.

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Thursday, 18 July 2024

Ucas to reform university personal statements

Ucas says the change will encourage applicants from disadvantaged backgrounds to apply to higher education.

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Woman who killed girl with bedbug poison spared jail

Fatiha Sabrin died on her 11th birthday when she was poisoned accidentally by her neighbour.

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Davey says he was 'lied to' about Horizon IT flaws

Former Post Office minister says he was lied to about "serious flaws" in the Horizon IT system.

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Wednesday, 17 July 2024

Parents killed and two children hurt in house fire

Police probe the cause of a fire which has killed a man and a woman and put two children in hospital.

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Britons missing in Sweden named after bodies found

Swedish police are investigating the deaths of two men in Malmo as a suspected double murder.

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Tuesday, 16 July 2024

Mystery surrounds deaths at Grand Hyatt hotel in Bangkok

Police are investigating whether the six Vietnamese nationals died of poisoning inside the luxury hotel.

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Trump security boosted weeks ago over Iran plot to kill him

There is no known link between the plot and Saturday's attack, but the disclosure raises questions over how a gunman got so close.

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'Southgate deserves respect but was not the winner England wanted'

Gareth Southgate leaves England with his head held high but ultimately having fallen short as manager, writes Phil McNulty.

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'Vile' Jay Slater trolling 'devastating' for family

A charity boss close to the Slater family says "vile and hurtful" comments had put huge strain on the family.

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Monday, 15 July 2024

Mel B hails 'life-changing' honorary doctorate

The pop star turned domestic abuse campaigner is given an honorary degree from Leeds Beckett University.

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JD Vance once criticised Trump. Now he's his running mate

The junior senator from Ohio shot to fame writing about his hard upbringing and morphed from a 'never-Trumper' into a Maga champion.

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Troops, scouts and a seagull parade in pouring rain for King and Queen

Young Scouts and military personnel were drenched as they marched in front of the royal couple who were also enduring the unpleasant weather.

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Billie Eilish to read CBeebies bedtime story

The American singer, 22, said she "loved" bedtime stories herself when she was a child.

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Sunday, 14 July 2024

Gareth Southgate - the man behind the manager

Those closest to Gareth Southgate talk about the man behind the England manager including his values, beliefs and the impact he's had on the squad's winning culture.

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Saturday, 13 July 2024

Firefighters tackle major blaze in Newry

At one stage, 50 firefighters were dealing with the incident in the Greenbank Industrial Estate.

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Trump rushed off stage at rally as bangs heard

Sharp bangs were heard as the Republican addressed supporters in Pennsylvania.

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'We're behind you' PM tells England ahead of final

Sir Keir Starmer will be attending the Euro 2024 final when England take on Spain in Berlin on Sunday.

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Britain's Patten and Finn Heliovaara win doubles title

Henry Patten and Harri Heliovaara save three match points and beat Australians Max Purcell and Jordan Thompson in the Wimbledon men's doubles final.

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Friday, 12 July 2024

Moving into Downing Street: life behind the iconic black door

Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his family are expected to move into Downing Street over the coming days. Here’s how it all happens.

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Djokovic sets up Alcaraz rematch in Wimbledon final

Novak Djokovic proves too good for Italian underdog Lorenzo Musetti to reach the Wimbledon final and set up a rematch against reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz.

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French rugby players charged with raping woman in Argentina

The rugby players, who deny rape, are accused of attacking a woman in a hotel room after an international match.

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Thursday, 11 July 2024

Teenager murdered baby boy by shaking him to death

Carl Alesbrook is found guilty of killing four-month-old Elijah Shemwell.

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Wednesday, 10 July 2024

Watkins scores late winner to put England into Euro 2024 final

Ollie Watkins scores a last-gasp winner for England against Netherlands in the Euro 2024 semi-final in Dortmund.

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Netherlands fans attack England supporters

Five people suffer minor injuries after England fans are attacked by Netherlands supporters before the Euro 2024 semi-final, say UK police.

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Tuesday, 9 July 2024

Starmer proud of 'most diverse' Parliament ever

In his first Commons speech as PM, Sir Keir also calls for an end to "self-serving" politics.

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Newscast

What is going on in the House of Commons?

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Monday, 8 July 2024

Justin Bieber performs at India's mega wedding

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's wedding party is setting new standards for extravagance.

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Liberian president cuts his salary by 40%

President Boakai says the move is intended to show "solidarity" with Liberians who are struggling financially.

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Sunday, 7 July 2024

What is the New Popular Front and who will be PM of a divided assembly?

The left-wing alliance gained the biggest share of votes but was still short of an outright majority.

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Raducanu knocked out of Wimbledon by qualifier Sun

Emma Raducanu is out of Wimbledon after being hampered by a back injury in the deciding set of her fourth-round match against Lulu Sun.

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Keir Starmer arriving in NI on first visit as prime minister

The overnight visit will see the Labour leader continue his tour of the UK after travelling to Scotland earlier on Sunday.

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Saturday, 6 July 2024

Electioncast Results: Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer

The Labour prime minister makes his first speech in Downing Street.

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Friday, 5 July 2024

'Breakthrough' heightens hopes of Gaza ceasefire deal

Surprise resumption of talks puts warring sides closest to agreement for months.

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Raducanu dismantles Sakkari to reach Wimbledon last 16

Emma Raducanu makes a strong statement of intent by beating Greek ninth seed Maria Sakkari to reach the Wimbledon fourth round.

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Thursday, 4 July 2024

Teacher who had sex with two schoolboys jailed

Rebecca Joynes, 30, who groomed the boys from the age of 15, is given a six-and-a-half year sentence.

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Wednesday, 3 July 2024

Leaders make final pitches ahead of polling day

Leaders have been touring the country in a frantic day of campaigning ahead of Thursday's election.

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The ex-gangster who has become South Africa's sports minister

The rise of Gayton McKenzie from a former bank robber to a politician in the new unity government.

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Tuesday, 2 July 2024

Last surviving 'Busby Babe' Jeff Whitefoot dies aged 90

Jeff Whitefoot, the last surviving member of Manchester United's Busby Babes side of the 1950s and an FA Cup winner with Nottingham Forest, dies aged 90.

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Trump sentencing in hush-money case delayed until September

The Supreme Court ruled that Trump had immunity from prosecution for "official acts" prompting the challenge to his New York conviction.

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Hungary's Viktor Orban urges ceasefire on Kyiv visit

He is a critic of Western support for Ukraine and is seen as the European leader closest to Russia's Vladimir Putin.

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Monday, 1 July 2024

Plane diverted to Brazil after turbulence injures 30

The Dreamliner plane was flying from Madrid to Montevideo when the mid-air incident happened.

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Sunday, 30 June 2024

Avril Lavigne has waited years to play Glastonbury

The 39-year-old Canadian singer performed at the festival as part of her greatest hits tour.

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Watch England fans go wild as Bellingham scores late equaliser

Watch England fans erupt at a fanpark in Wembley as Jude Bellingham scores a late stunner to send the game to extra time against Slovakia in the Euro 2024 last-16 match in Gelsenkirchen.

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Bellingham rescues England with injury-time overhead kick

Watch as Jude Bellingham scores a stunning injury-time goal to send England in to extra time against Slovakia in the Euro 2024 last-16 match at Gelsenkirchen.

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Saturday, 29 June 2024

Storm temporarily stops Germany v Denmark game

The Euro 2024 last-16 game between Germany and Denmark at Dortmund's Westfalenstadion is suspended because of a major thunderstorm.

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Switzerland await winners - England's path through knockouts

BBC Sport takes a look at England's possible routes through the Euro 2024 knockout stage after the Three Lions top Group C.

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IS: A persistent danger, 10 years since its peak

What happened to the violent jihadist group which was once one of the biggest threats in the world.

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Friday, 28 June 2024

British hiker, 70, found dead in Pyrenees

The Spanish Civil Guard said the man was found in the western Pyrenees on Thursday afternoon.

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England fan denies sleeping during Euro match

Freddie Hahn, who lives in Crawley, was photographed having a nap at England’s match with Slovenia.

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Katty Kay: Reality sinks in as Democrats weigh Biden's future

Democratic officials, political operatives and people close to the president paint a picture of an anxious party after the debate.

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Davey denies Lib Dems leading opposition to new homes

The Lib Dem leader says he wants a "community-led" approach, with infrastructure built alongside homes.

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Thursday, 27 June 2024

India crush England to reach T20 World Cup final

England defence of the T20 World Cup is over after they slump to a 68-run thrashing by a superb India in the semi-final in Guyana.

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At least five dead after train and bus collide at Slovakia level-crossing

Another five have reportedly been injured following the crash about 80km east of Bratislava.

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Meet five of the youngest election candidates: 'I haven’t got my A-level results yet'

An 18-year-old who hasn't had his A-levels results yet is among those standing in the general election.

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Wednesday, 26 June 2024

Retirement tax, net zero, small boats - BBC Verify tests key claims

The Conservative and Labour leaders have taken audience questions in a live BBC debate. Here their claims are fact-checked.

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Soldiers storm Bolivian presidential palace in apparent coup attempt

Unverified videos showed armoured vehicles and soldiers in the centre of the capital La Paz.

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AI can beat university students, study suggests

University exams taken using artificial intelligence beat those by real students, in a limited study.

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Tuesday, 25 June 2024

Ex-Labour candidate admits 'stupid error' over seat bet

Kevin Craig admits betting the Conservatives would beat him in the race to be MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich

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'High risk' of famine in Gaza persists, new UN-backed report says

But experts say evidence does not indicate a famine is occurring in the north after an aid increase.

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Assange arrives on US island for court hearing to confirm freedom

The Wikileaks founder has arrived on the Northern Mariana Islands, where he will plead guilty to one charge.

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Five killed and parliament ablaze in Kenya tax protests

President William Ruto vows to restore order after protests against tax hikes turned violent.

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Monday, 24 June 2024

Greens' tax rises are modest, insists co-leader

Adrian Ramsay tells the BBC his party's tax take would be "fairly normal" by European standards.

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AI: World's biggest music labels sue over copyright

Record labels say the unauthorised use of music to train AI is a threat to the music industry.

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Firefighters battle deadly fire in Moscow office building

At least eight people have died in the large office building fire in Fryazino, near Moscow.

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Sunday, 23 June 2024

Two arrested on murder charge after holiday park death

A man, aged in his 70s, is found dead in Heron Lake, Crossways, just after midnight on Sunday.

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Saturday, 22 June 2024

Farage defends Ukraine comments after Starmer and Sunak criticism

Nigel Farage is accused of being on the side of the Russian president by his Tory, Labour, Lib Dem and SNP rivals.

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Israeli army strapped wounded Palestinian to jeep in West Bank

The Israeli military says the man was a suspect in a raid in the West Bank, but its forces violated protocol.

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Friday, 21 June 2024

No guns for domestic abuse suspects, top US court rules

The court showed there are limits to the right to bear arms as it upheld a gun ban for those under restraining orders.

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Families want party pledges on 'terror attack' laws

Survivors and relatives of those killed urge commitments on venue security and caring for victims.

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Thursday, 20 June 2024

Suspended Labour candidate says he has been 'hung out to dry'

Andy Brown suggests his Facebook account may have been hacked and says he has been "hung out to dry".

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SNP investigated over 'misuse' of election mail stamps

A Holyrood complaint claims that stamps bought on MSPs' expenses were passed to UK election candidates.

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Egyptian pilgrims 'totally abandoned' in Hajj heat

With hundreds thought dead, one victim's family say unregistered pilgrims have been failed by travel agents.

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We know there's another level we have to find - Southgate

England manager Gareth Southgate admits his disappointment in his side's two games at Euro 2024 - despite one win and one draw.

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Wednesday, 19 June 2024

SNP manifesto: Key policies analysed

BBC correspondents analyse key policies in the SNP manifesto.

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Muslim millionaire gives major donation to Reform UK

As well as being a donor, Zia Yusuf will also have a public role for Reform UK during the campaign.

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Justin Timberlake's lawyer to 'vigorously' defend star

The singer was arrested for running a stop sign and failing to stay on the right side of the road.

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Teenager jailed for life for party stabbing murder

Charlie Cosser was stabbed three times in a marquee at a party attended by more than 100 people.

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Tuesday, 18 June 2024

Biden faces complex juggling act on immigration

A large portion of US voters see immigration as a primary concern ahead of the November election.

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Putin arrives in North Korea ahead of talks with Kim Jong-un

The Russian leader is making his first trip to North Korea in more than 24 years.

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Nvidia becomes world's most valuable company

The stock ended the trading day at nearly $136, up 3.5%, making it more valuable than Microsoft.

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Princess Zelda finally stars in her own game

The Nintendo heroine takes the starring role in one of its most popular series for the first time.

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Monday, 17 June 2024

Sir Ian McKellen falls off stage during performance

Sir Ian McKellen was in a fight scene when he lost his footing and fell off stage at Noël Coward theatre.

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Scooter Braun retires as music manager after 23 years

The entrepreneur, 42, said he has stepped back to focus on his role as a father.

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Reform UK election pledges: 11 key policies analysed

BBC correspondents analyse key policies in the Reform UK manifesto.

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Car flew into the air before fatal 90mph crash

Corey Sewell caused the death of his friend in the Birmingham crash in a 30mph speed limit zone.

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Sunday, 16 June 2024

Alarm in Hamburg as man with axe shot by police

The man, who police say made threats with a pickaxe and an "incendiary device", was seriously injured.

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Three arrested as boy, 16, killed by falling tree

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter, say Nottinghamshire Police.

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Saturday, 15 June 2024

Electioncast: How SUPER is a Supermajority?

And why is Grant Shapps worried about one?

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Irish government must push harder for United Ireland - Varadkar

The former Taoiseach said preparations must be stepped up for a possible end to the border

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Friday, 14 June 2024

Wales politician in expenses probe stripped of Tory job

Laura Anne Jones is asked to "step back" from shadow cabinet while police investigate her expenses.

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Top doctor warns over 'beach body quick fix' weight-loss drug misuse

The drugs should not be used as "a quick fix" to get "beach-body ready" this summer, NHS England's medical director said.

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Thursday, 13 June 2024

Plaid Cymru manifesto: 11 key policies analysed

BBC correspondents analyse key policies in the Plaid Cymru manifesto.

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Sunak accuses Labour of asking for a blank cheque

Keir Starmer says his manifesto is aimed at wealth creation, but the PM argues it would mean higher taxes.

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US Supreme Court rejects challenge to restrict abortion drug access

Mifepristone is used in medication abortion, the most common method of ending pregnancies in the US.

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Wednesday, 12 June 2024

Crime here is hurting, whatever the statistics say

In some areas, getting a grip on crime is a major election issue.

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Green Party manifesto: 11 key policies analysed

BBC correspondents analyse key policies in the Green Party manifesto.

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Tuesday, 11 June 2024

Conservative manifesto 2024: 12 key policies analysed

BBC correspondents analyse key policies in the Conservative manifesto.

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Monday, 10 June 2024

The struggle for justice in one English town

With Crown Court delays close to a record high, the BBC speaks to those who have waited years for justice.

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Review after 'shocking' deaths of mum and daughter

The council says it will investigate all local agencies' involvement with the family.

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Sunday, 9 June 2024

Labour pledges 100,000 new childcare places

The funding will come from Labour's plan to levy VAT on private schools, the party says.

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The Papers: Mosley 'nearly made it' and 'Macron trounced' at EU elections

Michael Mosley's body being found in Greece and a big defeat for France's president lead the front pages.

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Conservatives pledge to recruit 8,000 new police officers

New police powers to seize knives and recover stolen goods are also being proposed.

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Wife of Michael Mosley pays tribute to 'wonderful, funny, kind' husband

Tributes have been pouring in for the TV and radio presenter who has died on the Greek island of Symi.

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