Saturday, 30 April 2022

Elections 2022: Can Labour win back trust in West Bromwich?

After a year of political turmoil, will voters in Sandwell head to the polling booths?

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Elections 2022: How are local councils tackling climate change?

Local elections are taking place next week, and councils' plans for the environment are under the spotlight.

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The tiny Hertfordshire primary school too small to survive

While the government pledges support, school leaders warn the future of small schools is uncertain.

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Leeds 0-4 Manchester City: Premier League title race down to who blinks first

The Premier League title race is now down to who blinks first, and Manchester City showed the nerve and quality of champions who have been over this course before against Leeds United.

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The Papers: 'End Commons debauchery' and Tory female MP pledge

The fallout from an MP's resignation over watching pornography in Parliament dominates the Sunday papers.

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Sri Lanka hikes price of medicines 40% amid economic crisis

Prices rise 40% as an economic crisis bites, leaving some Sri Lankans cutting short treatments.

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Mariupol civilians leave besieged Azovstal steelworks

Despite an order from Vladimir Putin to completely seal off the area, 20 civilians escape Azovstal.

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Friday, 29 April 2022

The Papers: Tory MP 'refuses to quit' and Becker 'to serve time'

A Tory MP's suspension over pornography claims and tennis star Boris Becker's jail sentence lead the papers.

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All-party groups: Foreign influence could be next scandal, MPs warn

Parliamentary groups are at risk of giving "improper access" to hostile states, a report warns.

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Dexter Jackson: How it feels to be pardoned by the US president

Dexter Jackson knew he had "a one in a million chance" of being pardoned - but "never lost faith".

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Wagatha Christie: Rebekah Vardy ‘appears to accept’ PR leaked Coleen Rooney stories

In the latest in the Wagatha Christie case, Coleen Rooney's barrister claims Rebekah Vardy believes her PR may have been the source.

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Covid-19 in the UK: How many coronavirus cases are there in my area?

Explore the data on coronavirus in the UK and find out how many cases there are in your area.

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Boris Becker: How a tennis superstar crashed to earth

Boris Becker has been jailed. How did the former golden boy of tennis come to this?

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Thursday, 28 April 2022

US Army replaces cake it stole from Italian girl in 1945

Meri Mion was 13 when US soldiers, fighting Germans nearby, snatched the cake from a windowsill in Italy.

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West Ham United 1-2 Eintracht Frankfurt: Hammers trail after first leg

West Ham must win in Germany to reach the Europa League final after defeat by Eintracht Frankfurt in the semi-final first leg at London Stadium.

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The Papers: 'Brit killed in Ukraine' and 'Disorder! Disorder!'

The death of an ex-British solider in Ukraine and new claims of harassment in Westminster lead the papers.

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Canada removes ban on blood donations from gay men

Men who have sex with men will no longer be required to be celibate for three months before donating.

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Europa League semi-final: Rangers denied draw by late Angelino strike for RB Leipzig

Rangers must come from behind if they are to reach their first European final in 14 years after a resolute showing is undone by a late RB Leipzig wonder strike in their Europa League semi-final first leg.

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Katie Taylor v Amanda Serrano: Irishwoman says undisputed bout is 'best fight' in boxing

Katie Taylor believes her undisputed championship bout against seven-weight champion Amanda Serrano is the "best fight" in boxing.

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Wednesday, 27 April 2022

The Papers: Tory MP's 'porn shame' and 'fear of energy crisis'

Claims a senior MP was seen watching porn in the Commons and soaring gas prices in Europe lead the papers

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Push Russia out of whole of Ukraine, says Truss

Western allies must "double down" in their support for Ukraine, the UK's foreign secretary says.

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Daily Facebook users up again after first-ever decline

But Facebook owner Meta is struggling with its slowest revenue growth since at least 2012.

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Jessica Watkins: US astronaut makes space station history

Astronaut Jessica Watkins becomes the first black woman to serve on an ISS crew after SpaceX launch.

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Katie Kenyon: Man charged with murdering missing woman

Katie Kenyon, 33, was last seen getting into a Ford Transit van in Lancashire five days ago.

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Boeing: Plane-maker reveals losses from Trump Air Force One deal

The US plane-maker reveals costs from the deal former US President Donald Trump renegotiated.

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Tuesday, 26 April 2022

The 'forgotten' rollercoaster disaster of Battersea funfair

In May 1972 five children were injured when the Big Dipper in Battersea Park crashed.

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'An hour a day built my million-pound side hustle'

Joel Remy-Parkes of kids tableware company Bamboo Bamboo shares his business advice for CEO Secrets.

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Fear over high rates of diabetes foot amputations

Five-fold variation seen between areas with highest and lowest rates, government data shows.

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Asthma: Women at higher risk of attacks than men, charity says

More research to examine the sex-related differences in asthma is needed, says Asthma and Lung UK.

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The Papers: Westwood allegations and 'Cabinet urges tax cuts'

Sexual misconduct claims against DJ Tim Westwood and calls for help to cut household costs lead the papers

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Imran Ahmad Khan: MP guilty of sexual assault advised Home Office on child sexual exploitation

Imran Ahmad Khan was part of a panel reviewing a research paper into child sexual exploitation.

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Four ways Elon Musk might change Twitter

After the billionaire struck a deal to buy the site, speculation has begun over what the future holds.

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Ros Atkins on… Finland, Nato and Russia

Ros Atkins looks why Nato’s border with Russia looks likely to expand significantly, as both Finland and Sweden consider applying to join the alliance.

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Monday, 25 April 2022

Champions League: All-English final or Spain to reign in semi-finals?

BBC Sport looks at all the major narratives at play in the final four of the Champions League.

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Crystal Palace 0-0 Leeds: Jesse Marsch's side five points clear of relegation zone after draw

Leeds United move five points clear of the Premier League relegation zone following a fiercely contested goalless draw at Crystal Palace.

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Johnny Depp blames 'burn Amber' text on Monty Python

Mr Depp defends messages sent to fellow actor Paul Bettany saying he would burn his then-girlfriend.

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World Snooker Championship 2022: Neil Robertson records maximum break against Jack Lisowski

Neil Robertson makes a superb maximum break as he fights back in his World Championship second-round match against Jack Lisowski.

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Elon Musk strikes deal to buy Twitter for $44bn

Mr Musk, who made the shock bid just over a week ago, said he would "unlock" the social media firm's potential.

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Twitter: Why Elon Musk has been so keen on taking control

The billionaire has called for a series of changes from relaxing Twitter's content restrictions to eradicating fake accounts.

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Sunday, 24 April 2022

Government to introduce independent football regulator in England after backing fan-led review

The government says it will establish an independent regulator in football after endorsing recommendations made in a fan-led review.

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MOTD2 analysis: Why Liverpool & Jurgen Klopp can rely on Divock Origi

Match of the Day 2’s Mark Chapman, Micah Richards and Jermaine Jenas praise Liverpool's substitutes in their 2-0 Merseyside Derby win against Everton, particularly Divock Origi.

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Newspaper headlines: Macron re-elected and 'Tory rebels plot to oust PM'

Emmanuel Macron's victory in the French presidential election and disquiet among Conservative MPs lead the papers

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Odesa missile attack: 'My world was destroyed by a Russian missile'

Yuriy Glodan's wife, mother-in-law, and baby were killed in a strike on their apartment block in Odesa.

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French election: Historic win but Macron has polarised France

The 44-year-old will now serve for another five years as President of the French Republic.

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P&O forced to reverse attempt at pay cut

The ferry firm had asked recently-employed agency workers to sign new contracts with reduced wages.

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Saturday, 23 April 2022

Fontaines DC: How a song by the band helped a grieving family to heal

The Grammy-nominated band's new album addresses a "lack of acceptance" towards Irish culture.

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Kinder Scout mass trespass 'was a victory for ordinary people'

BBC News remembers the uprising on the uplands and asks what the next steps are for access rights.

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World Snooker Championship 2022: Defending champion Selby knocked out by Yan Bingtao

Defending champion Mark Selby is knocked out of the World Championship by Yan Bingtao after a match featuring the longest frame in Crucible history.

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Gabriel Jesus: Man City striker scores four but future at club is uncertain

Gabriel Jesus scores four goals against Watford but Pep Guardiola does not know whether the striker will still be at the club next season.

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Ukraine war: UK to send more military equipment, Johnson tells Zelensky

Boris Johnson tells Volodymyr Zelensky the UK will provide more armoured vehicles, drones and anti-tank weapons.

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Tyson Fury v Dillian Whyte: A history of their fierce rivalry explained

BBC Sport explains how Tyson Fury and Dillian Whyte went from being good friends to enemies.

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Friday, 22 April 2022

Newspaper headlines: Tanks for Ukraine, and new Partygate fines

Boris Johnson suggesting sending tanks to Poland features on several of Saturday's front pages.

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P&O Ferries: Spirit of Britain cleared to sail after inspection

Another ferry is found to have issues that need fixing before it can sail again.

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Beach photos mark Prince Louis' birthday

The youngest child of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge is pictured playing in the sand.

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Florida's governor signs law revoking Disney powers

Disney's special status allowed it to in effect operate its own municipal government in Florida.

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Aiden Aslin: Captured Briton's YouTube interview removed

Aiden Aslin appeared, handcuffed, in a video speaking to a pro-Kremlin blogger.

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Madeleine McCann: Parents welcome declaration of formal suspect

Madeleine McCann has been missing for nearly 15 years after she disappeared, aged three, in Portugal.

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Thursday, 21 April 2022

Mariupol steelworks: 'We have wounded and dead inside the bunkers'

One of the last defenders in Mariupol tells the BBC conditions are dire but they won't surrender.

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Ros Atkins On… The PM and the Ministerial Code

Boris Johnson will be investigated by a Commons committee over claims he misled Parliament.

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Boris Johnson and India's Narendra Modi to discuss defence and trade

The PM also pledges to bring up India's relations with Russia during talks on the final day of his trip.

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Erik ten Hag: Manchester United's new boss and the challenges he faces

Erik ten Hag is Manchester United's fifth permanent manager since Sir Alex Ferguson. BBC Sport looks at the challenges he faces at Old Trafford.

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Earl and Countess of Wessex postpone Grenada trip

The change in plans for Prince Edward and Sophie comes after talks with the island's government.

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Cancer: Huge DNA analysis uncovers new clues

An "archaeological dig" of thousands of tumours in the UK has unearthed new patterns in cancer's DNA.

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Mariupol: Satellite images suggest mass graves dug near besieged city

The satellite images suggest more than 200 bodies could be there, as Ukraine accuses Russian troops of mass killings.

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Wednesday, 20 April 2022

The young rebels fighting for democracy

The BBC gained rare access to Myanmar's jungle training camps where protesters are turned into soldiers.

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Man City 3-0 Brighton: City go back top with six games to play

Manchester City restore their one-point advantage over Liverpool at the top of the Premier League with victory over a resolute Brighton.

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Johnny Depp faces questioning in case against ex-wife Amber Heard

The actor testified about his volatile marriage to Amber Heard ahead of cross examination by her lawyers.

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Russia releases video of intercontinental ballistic missile launch

President Putin says the new Sarmat missile is food for thought for those who try to threaten Russia.

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Partygate: PM seeks to delay Commons vote on probe

Labour wants MPs to investigate if the PM misled them - but ministers say a decision should wait.

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Bourne End murder inquiry under way after three bodies found

Police say the incident is a "complex inquiry" and "appears to be a targeted attack".

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Tuesday, 19 April 2022

Fake reviews to be illegal under new rules

The government has also announced people will be able to opt out of subscriptions more easily.

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'Rare condition gives me TV static in my vision'

A 19-year-old from South Lanarkshire has a little known condition which constantly affects her vision.

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Cristiano Ronaldo: Liverpool and Man Utd fans unite for fan-led minute of applause at Anfield

Manchester United and Liverpool supporters unite in a fan-led minute of applause at Anfield in support of Cristiano Ronaldo and his family following the death of his baby boy.

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Fulham 3-0 Preston North End: Whites clinch Premier League return

Fulham crush Preston to seal their Premier League return as Aleksandar Mitrovic's double takes his season's tally to 40 goals

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Netflix loses subscribers for first time in more than 10 years

About 200,000 people cancelled the streaming service in the first three months of the year.

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Fridge-freezer prices up by 30%, says retail boss

White goods prices are up a third since last year and set to climb higher, says Appliances Direct boss.

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Monday, 18 April 2022

The 24-year-old helping people talk about their mental health

Ben Ogden has spent months standing with a sign telling people "It's OK to talk".

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US judge throws out Biden mask mandate for planes and trains

A federal judge in Florida, appointed by Donald Trump, says the CDC exceeded its authority.

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No 10 network targeted with spyware, says group

Researchers say they warned UK officials about being targeted, but the software's makers deny the claims.

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The Papers: 'Foreign spies hack No 10' and 'Ronaldo's grief'

Suspected spyware targeting Downing Street and the death of Cristiano Ronaldo's son lead the papers.

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Ukraine round-up: Lviv counts civilian dead and credible sinking warship video

Credible footage of sinking Russian warship surfaces as Ukraine says Russia has started its assault to seize Donbas in the east.

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Cristiano Ronaldo and partner Georgina Rodriguez announce death of baby boy

Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner Georgina Rodriguez announce the death of their baby boy.

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Sunday, 17 April 2022

Christmas savings clubs money to be protected by new laws

The government wants shoppers' money to be protected even if the scheme they are in goes bust.

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Ukraine war: Germany's conundrum over its ties with Russia

Berlin now has some hard decisions to make following years of dialogue and co-operation with Moscow.

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Why has Russia invaded Ukraine and what does Putin want?

Weeks after Russia's leader unleashed war on Ukraine, there is no sign yet of when it will end.

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Newspaper headlines: MPs attack Welby 'rant' and PM 'led boozy party'

The papers cover the backlash to the archbishop's criticism of the UK's asylum plan and more No 10 party claims.

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Ukraine round-up: Ukraine defies Mariupol deadline as Kharkiv shelled

Mariupol defenders ignore Russian calls to surrender, as Kharkiv and other cities face more shelling.

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Doctor Who: Former companions to join Jodie Whittaker's farewell

Two of the Doctor's companions from the 1980s will feature in Jodie Whittaker final show.

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Saturday, 16 April 2022

Ukraine: Online posts 'transform' war crimes documentation

Open-source evidence is increasingly used by the UN and war crimes investigators, says law professor.

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UK's Rwanda refugee plan against nature of God, says archbishop

There are "serious ethical questions" over sending migrants to east Africa, the Archbishop of Canterbury will say.

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Johnson to visit India in bid to boost defence ties

The prime minister will meet his Indian counterpart after previous visits were postponed due to Covid.

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Nigel Pearson: Veteran speedway commentator dies aged 52

Nigel Pearson was known for his speedway and darts commentary and died aged 52.

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Ukraine round-up: Residents rebuild Bucha as Russia bans UK PM

A few residents clear up after Russia's occupation, as Boris Johnson becomes persona non grata in Moscow.

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Russian warship: Moskva crew 'shown for first time since sinking'

Russia's defence ministry releases a video purportedly showing the crew of the Moskva in Sevastopol.

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Friday, 15 April 2022

Ukraine war: Minesweeping dog helps clear Chernihiv of Russian explosives

Patron, a Jack Russell, has so far helped to remove hundreds of explosive devices.

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'My cancerous tumour was as big as a kettle bell'

Stephanie Coles found a strange lump growing in her stomach area.

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Newspaper headlines: Rwanda plan 'will fail' and 'SAS train Kyiv forces'

The papers cover a plan to send migrants overseas and claims of UK special forces training troops in Ukraine.

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Homes for Ukraine: Robert Jenrick takes in Ukrainian refugee family

Robert Jenrick is thought to be the first MP to take in refugees under the Homes for Ukraine scheme.

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Ukraine war: Grandmother 'horrified' by capture of British fighter

A British man serving in the Ukrainian marines has been captured by Russian soldiers.

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Twitter's board readies against hostile takeover

The so-called "poison pill" measure is in response to Elon Musk's $43bn cash buyout offer.

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Thursday, 14 April 2022

Quiz of the week: Why is Richard Osman leaving Pointless?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days?

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Depp and Heard marriage ended in 'mutual abuse', says therapist

A psychotherapist tells the court of a volatile dynamic between the couple during therapy sessions.

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Lyon 0-3 West Ham United (1-4 on aggregate): Hammers reach first European semi-final in 46 years

West Ham will face Eintracht Frankfurt for a place in the Europa League final after securing their first European semi-final in 46 years with a stunning win in Lyon.

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Ukraine round up: Flagship Russian warship sinks

Russia's flagship Black Sea missile cruiser has sunk, while President Zelensky sits down with the BBC.

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Harry and Meghan meet Queen in Windsor visit

The couple dropped in on the monarch on their way to the Invictus Games in the Netherlands.

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Wednesday, 13 April 2022

Nasa scientists spy 'largest comet ever seen'

It's 85 miles wide, which is larger than the US state of Rhode Island. And it's coming this way.

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Covid: Restrictions on Wales' businesses to end

An obligation for firms to take Covid precautions ends on Monday, the Welsh government announces.

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Atletico Madrid 0-0 Man City (agg: 0-1): Mature City set up semi with Real Madrid

Manchester City produce a mature and disciplined performance to hold off the challenge of Atletico Madrid and reach the Champions League semi-finals.

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Ukraine round-up: Biden and Macron at odds over Putin 'genocide'

The US president takes the rare step of accusing a state of genocide, as Ukraine denies Mariupol's fall.

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P&O ferry detained at Dover fails second safety check

The Pride of Kent and the Spirit of Britain cannot sail, prompting fears of travel disruption at Easter.

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Homes for Ukraine: Don't match female refugees with single men, UN says

The UN's refugee agency urges the UK to avoid matching Ukrainian women and children with single men.

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Tuesday, 12 April 2022

My Job: 'I like breaking the prison officer stereotype'

Mica has been working at HMP Portland in Dorset, which houses over 500 prisoners, for five years.

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Why Nigeria's historic dye pits in Kano risk closure

They once dressed "the blue men of the desert", but modern tastes and insecurity could spell their end.

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Person of interest named in New York subway attack

New York police name Frank James, 62, as person of interest in subway shooting that injured more than 20

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Edward Colston statue case sent to Court of Appeal

The Attorney General is seeking clarification of the law after the Colston case leads to "uncertainty".

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The Papers: PM refuses to quit and Russia plans eastern assault

A fine issued to Boris Johnson over a lockdown party and signs that Russian forces are gathering in the Donbas lead the papers.

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Ros Atkins on… Boris Johnson’s lockdown party fine

Boris Johnson has been fined for attending a birthday party, thrown for him during a Covid lockdown.

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UK officials investigate 74 child hepatitis cases

One potential cause could be adenoviruses, but health experts are also looking at links to Covid-19.

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Insulate Britain: Judge 'inspired' by activists after M25 protest

Judge Stephen Leake fines a group of M25 activists and says their "voices are certainly heard".

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Monday, 11 April 2022

Chernihiv: Are these Russia's weapons of war?

Analysis of three attacks in the city of Chernihiv may offer clues about Putin's tactics in Ukraine.

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Marina Ovsyannikova: German outlet hires Russian protester

Marina Ovsyannikova staged an anti-war protest on a live broadcast of Russian state TV last month.

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Britney Spears says she is pregnant after conservatorship ends

The singer, 40, also says she has previously suffered perinatal depression.

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Ukraine round-up: Austria pessimistic after Putin talks

Russia warns two Nordic nations against Nato membership, and the Austrian chancellor meets Putin in Moscow.

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Why desperate Ukraine mother wrote details on toddler's back

Sasha Makoviy wrote the details on her daughter's skin in case her family was killed fleeing Kyiv.

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How will Russia attack in east Ukraine?

Artillery may decide the key battles looming in Donetsk and Luhansk, say military analysts.

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Ukraine, the UN and history's greatest broken promise

If the past is anything to go by, the world will struggle to unite for Ukraine - says Fergal Keane.

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Veteran quizzer becomes oldest female Mastermind winner

Alice Walker, now 67, scores a perfect 14 out of 14 on her specialist subject, the Peak District.

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Sunday, 10 April 2022

Masters: Magnificent Rory McIlroy holes from bunker on 18th for 64

Rory McIlroy chips out of the sand and watches his ball disappear into the middle of the hole, before chucking his sand wedge into the bunker as he celebrates wildly

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Masters: Rory McIlroy's sensational final round continues with eagle at 13th

Rory McIlroy is tearing up the Augusta course and he adds a birdie at the 13th to the five previous birdies he has hit in a sparkling round at the Masters.

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Rishi Sunak requests interests review amid tax row

The chancellor asks prime minister's independent adviser to examine his ministerial declarations.

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Snoopy sculpture trail: Four smashed after two days

Organisers say the damage is "devastating" for the creators, sponsors and the charity it's in aid of.

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Masters: Scottie Scheffler chips in brilliant birdie on third in Augusta

Scottie Scheffler chips in a sensational long-range birdie at the third to restore his three-shot advantage in the final round of the Masters.

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Tiger Woods says he will play Open Championship at St Andrews

Following his return at the Masters, Tiger Woods says he intends to play the Open Championship at St Andrews in July.

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Man dies during organised scuba dive at Kinghorn beach

Emergency services were called to Kinghorn Beach in Fife after he got into difficulty in the water.

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Police arrest three males after serious attack in Southampton

The victim, in his 20s, is being treated for potentially life-changing injuries, police say.

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Saturday, 9 April 2022

Your pictures on the theme of 'hidden'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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This plug socket tells you if your energy is green

A power socket that helps you save electricity and tells you if it's from renewable sources.

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Eagle Has Landed author dies aged 92

Henry Patterson wrote 85 novels, including the WW2 thriller penned under the pseudonym Jack Higgins.

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Royal Navy completes Arctic defence exercise

More than 3,000 personnel took part in the Nato deployment in Norway in temperatures as low as -30C.

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Imran Khan ousted as Pakistan's PM after key vote

The former cricket star loses a no-confidence vote 13 hours after his party tried to delay it.

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Paramedics hurt in motorcycle training crash at Pentrefoelas

One paramedic remains in a serious condition after a van, a pick-up truck and two motorcycles crashed.

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Friday, 8 April 2022

Brian Cox: Succession role makes me swear more

The 75-year-old Scottish actor says he seems to be possessed by TV character Logan Roy's bad language.

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Inside London's only pointe shoes factory

The craft of making pointe shoes for ballet dancers has recently been put on the heritage craft red list.

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The Papers: Sunak's bid to 'save' career and 'horror' at station

Many papers lead with news the chancellor's wife will pay UK taxes amid a row over her nom-dom status.

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Ukraine round-up: Six weeks of defiance and Pink Floyd reunite for protest song

The BBC's Jeremy Bowen takes stock of the war, and Pink Floyd air their first new track in decades.

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China Covid pandemic: Xi hails response as Shanghai hits record

The Chinese leader's comments come as infections rise and residents complain of food shortages.

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Will Smith banned from Oscars for 10 years over slap

The Academy voted on Friday to sanction Smith after he slapped Chris Rock at the awards show.

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Macron calls Polish PM 'a far-right anti-Semite' in row over Putin talks

The French president made the comments following criticism over his talks with Vladimir Putin.

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Thursday, 7 April 2022

Keep your waist to less than half your height, guidance says

The advice is contained in updated guidelines to help reduce the risks of specific health conditions.

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Masters: Tiger Woods shoots one under as Im Sung-jae leads on day one

Tiger Woods shoots a one-under par 71 on his Masters comeback as the five-time champion is welcomed back to competitive golf amid celebratory scenes at Augusta.

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Ukraine war: Russia's Nobel winning editor Muratov doused with paint

It is believed the attack is linked to Dmitry Muratov's stance on the Russia-Ukraine war.

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Canada proposes foreign buyers home real estate ban

Canada is facing some of the most severe housing affordability issues in the world.

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Rabid fox bites nine people on US Capitol Hill

The female fox was euthanised and her three kits were also put down due to possible exposure.

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Israel: Two killed, several wounded in Tel Aviv shooting

The shootings, in the heart of Tel Aviv, are the latest in a wave of attacks in Israel.

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Wednesday, 6 April 2022

The hunt for superyachts of sanctioned Russian oligarchs

Wealthy Russians sanctioned by the US, EU and UK are having to find places they can keep their assets safe.

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Energy strategy: UK plans new nuclear reactors to boost production

The government wants to boost UK energy production and independence as household bills soar.

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Rishi Sunak's wife Akshata Murty defends non-dom tax status

A spokeswoman for Akshata Murty says she pays all the UK taxes that are legally required.

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Mental health groups call for trans conversion therapy ban

It comes after ministers removed therapies for transgender people from a forthcoming ban.

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Chelsea 1-3 Real Madrid: Benzema hat-trick puts Spaniards in charge in Champions League last eight

Karim Benzema's hat-trick for Real Madrid leaves Chelsea with a mountain to climb to retain their Champions League crown.

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Queen's hospital donor placed on UK's Russia sanctions list

A major donor to the Edward VII's hospital is on the list of oligarchs sanctioned by the UK over Ukraine.

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Oil bosses vow to boost output and deny profiteering

Energy bosses warn there is "no quick fix" to the higher energy costs hitting households.

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Tuesday, 5 April 2022

Benfica 1-3 Liverpool: Reds in control of Champions League quarter-final

Liverpool will take a two-goal lead into the Champions League quarter-final second leg after earning victory over Benfica in Lisbon.

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'Safe To Be Me' LGBT conference cancelled after boycott

Over 100 LGBT+ groups had vowed to boycott the "Safe To Be Me" event over the government's stance on conversion therapy.

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Broadband firms 'must do more to promote social tariffs'

The culture secretary says suppliers must do more to promote discounted rates to low-income homes.

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Ukraine round-up: The evidence vs Russian denials

The UN hears of alleged Russian atrocities as Moscow accuses Ukraine of staging the killings.

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Covid: Fewer children missing school because of virus

Virus-related absences are stabilising in England's state schools, despite rising cases in the UK.

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Monday, 4 April 2022

Easter flight cancellations to continue for days

At least 60 easyJet flights are to be scrapped on Tuesday due to a high level of staff absence.

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Sacramento shooting: One arrest made after six shot dead

Police are still searching for other suspects in the worst US mass shooting of 2022 so far.

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Ukraine round-up: Evidence of alleged Russian atrocities mounts near Kyiv

New evidence of alleged Russian atrocities near Kyiv emerges on Day 40 of the Russian invasion.

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Gummies: Woman dies after eating cannabis gummy sweet

The 23-year-old became ill after she ate a sweet delivered in "child-friendly packaging".

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John Travolta poses for photos in Norfolk Morrisons and Wetherspoon

The Hollywood star is filming a short movie in Norfolk and is seen out and about in the local area.

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Sunday, 3 April 2022

Grammys 2022: Foo Fighters win two prizes in early ceremony

The band win best rock album and best rock performance, a week after drummer Taylor Hawkins' death.

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Hungary election: Nationalist PM Viktor Orban claims victory

Viktor Orban says he has won Hungary's election, and criticises Ukraine's president in his speech.

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The Papers: 'Horror in Bucha' and Russia 'worse than Isis'

The alleged killings of Ukrainian civilians by Russian soldiers dominates Monday's front pages.

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EasyJet cancels 100 flights due to Covid absences

The airline cancels scores of flights as UK airports also struggle with high levels of staff absence.

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Celtic staff member hit by glass bottle at Old Firm

The member of the backroom team had to have stitches in his head following the incident during Sunday's match.

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Ukraine round-up: Widespread condemnation over killings in Bucha

The discovery of bodies scattered along a street in a Ukrainian town has sparked horror.

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Sri Lanka's cabinet ministers resign as crisis protesters defy curfew

The resignations come as protesters faced off with police over rising living costs.

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Saturday, 2 April 2022

Train driver left with bloodied face after brick attack

The driver was injured after a brick was thrown at his train while it was travelling at 70mph.

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Cricket World Cup: England and Australia set for final

England will attempt to win a second successive Women's World Cup when they face Australia in Sunday's final.

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Search under way in English Channel for missing small plane

A P-28 plane goes missing on a journey from Wellesbourne, Worcestershire, to Le Touquet, France.

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Three Palestinian militants killed by Israeli forces in West Bank clash

Israel says the militants were killed by troops trying to stop them from carrying out an attack.

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Referee Mike Dean on '22 years at top'

Premier League referee Mike Dean tells BBC Sport’s Mark Chapman of his love for football and reflects on "22 years at the top" as he prepares to retire at the end of the season.

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Friday, 1 April 2022

The Papers: Covid-19 infection rates reach 'all time high'

Saturday's front pages focus on the record high number of Covid infections and a court case naming the Duke of York.

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We hid in the cellar as the Falklands were invaded

Margaret Davidson was bringing up a young family in the Falklands when war broke out 40 years ago.

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Fifa World Cup Qatar 2022: What are the draw highlights?

The World Cup draw for Qatar 2022 has been done - so what are the highlights?

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Ukraine war to halve global trade growth, warns WTO

The World Trade Organisation says ongoing pandemic-related supply chain problems are also hurting growth.

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Prince Andrew repays cash amid financial dispute

The Duke of York returns £750,000 claimed to have been "misappropriated" from its Turkish owner.

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Concerns over handling of fines for Covid breaches

An ex-insider told the BBC it would be "disgraceful" if junior, but not senior, staff received fines.

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