Monday, October 31, 2022

Rishi Sunak’s First Crisis: Turmoil Engulfing His Home Secretary


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Morbi bridge collapse: The brothers who died in Sunday's disaster

Chirag, Dharmik, and Chetan were on the bridge in Morbi when it collapsed into the river.

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I'm A Celebrity 2022: Mike Tindall, Boy George and Chris Moyles in line-up

Ex-rugby star Mike Tindall, who is married to the King's niece, hopes to become king of the jungle.

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Nancy Pelosi: Man charged with attempted kidnap and assault

The suspect is also charged with assaulting the top Democrat's husband in their California home.

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Trump companies’ defense lawyers are a thrown-together team.


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Joey Barton cleared of assaulting his wife Georgia

The Bristol Rovers manager would be unable to have a fair trial, a judge ruled.

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Sunday, October 30, 2022

Saturday, October 29, 2022

South Korea: Droves of revellers leave area after deadly Seoul crush

Footage shows rescue workers at the scene in Seoul as crowds of revellers leave the bustling area.

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Sending a Message


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'Something terrible is happening': Deadly Halloween crush in Seoul

Crowds of revellers pour into a narrow street in the Itaewon district, causing a deadly crush.

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Pandemic Learning Loss Is Not an Emergency


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Liz Truss phone hack claim prompts calls for investigation

The Mail on Sunday claims the ex-prime minister's phone was hacked while she was foreign secretary.

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Gerald Stern, Poet of Wistfulness, Anger and Humor, Dies at 97


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Friday, October 28, 2022

The TikTok Emu Was Just Stressed


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UK foreign aid being spent in Britain passes £4bn mark, experts say

The government spends more of the aid budget at home than on direct help overseas, estimates indicate.

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Freedom Convoy: Police dealt with 'inhuman circumstances', inquiry hears

A inquiry is hearing testimony over Canada's use of emergency powers to end 'Freedom Convoy' protests.

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Elon Musk moves to form a content moderation council for Twitter.


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Emily Dickinson, at Home in Her ‘Full-Color Life’


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Ebbw Vale: CCTV shows rogue driver wrecking police car

Dino Price admitted dangerous driving, affray and driving without a licence or insurance.

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Thursday, October 27, 2022

Decisions on spending cuts and tax rises are sober, officials say

Ministers needs to find billions of pounds to plug the 'hole' in public finances.

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Memorials for 2 Young Women Killed in Iran Galvanize Protests


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Apple’s iPhone Powers Growth, but Signs Point to a Slowdown


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Rishi Sunak: How the US shaped Britain's new leader

Rishi Sunak points to his time in California studying and working as a defining part of his life.

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Unusually warm weather for France and Spain

Bathers enjoy water temperatures of up to 21C on the French Riviera as October ends with a mild spell.

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Defense Secretary says U.S. has no evidence that either Russia or Ukraine plans to use a dirty bomb.


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Wednesday, October 26, 2022

Rishi Sunak demotes Truss allies as reshuffle continues

Anne-Marie Trevelyan and Chris Philp have both been given more junior roles under the new PM.

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The U.S. looks to reorient ties with Saudi Arabia over an oil-production cut that could benefit Russia.


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Facebook owner Meta sales continue to fall

The company has lost confidence of many investors, after shares have plunged roughly 60% this year.

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Six children in same Uganda family catch Ebola

Their schools in the capital Kampala have not been closed - yet the virus is highly contagious.

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Nurse Charged With Murder of Two Patients by Lethal Insulin Doses


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Tuesday, October 25, 2022

Biden Urges Americans to Get New Covid Booster Shot Before Winter


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Sunak Faces Political Test of His Career: Unify Party and Fix the Economy


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Your Wednesday Briefing: Tensions Rise in the West Bank


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Bristol cannabis factory worth £3.5m discovered by police

The cannabis plants were found by officers in an industrial unit in Avonmouth.

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Democrats retract call for Biden change of course on Ukraine

The letter, calling for the US to negotiate directly with Russia, provoked backlash within the party.

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Biden Says U.S. ‘Not Stopping’ Negotiations to Free Brittney Griner


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First LGBTQ+ celebration coins enter circulation

The postmasters from Preston say it was an honour to launch the coin marking 50 years of Pride UK.

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Monday, October 24, 2022

World leaders welcome Rishi Sunak as UK's next PM

Leaders and commentators around the world welcomed Mr Sunak as the UK's next prime minister.

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Leslie Jordan: Will and Grace star dies aged 67

US media reported the actor was killed after being involved in a car crash on Monday.

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Rishi Sunak’s ambiguity on the campaign trail leaves people guessing.


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Leslie Jordan: Will and Grace star dies aged 67

US media reported the actor was killed after being involved in a car crash on Monday.

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Ukraine round-up: Defence of Kherson and 'dirty bomb'

Ukraine says Russia is beefing up its defence of Kherson, and Nato dismisses Russia's claim about a Ukrainian "dirty bomb".

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Murkowski Says She Will Rank Peltola First on Her Ballot in Alaska


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Rishi Sunak: Your questions answered

The BBC's Ione Wells answers your questions on the UK's next prime minister.

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Sunday, October 23, 2022

Hurricane Roslyn batters Mexico's Pacific coast

The hurricane has since been downgraded to a tropical cyclone and is expected to dissipate overnight.

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Boris Johnson pulls out of leadership race: Statement in full

Boris Johnson's full statement as he rules himself out of the race to replace Liz Truss as the next PM.

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More Ukrainian officials accuse Russia of intentionally slowing grain shipments.


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United States GP: Max Verstappen equals win record with late Lewis Hamilton overtake

Max Verstappen fought back to pass Lewis Hamilton to win a dramatic United States Grand Prix and equal the record for victories in a season.

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A Choreographer Who Merges Art, Activism and the Natural World


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Doctor Who: Jodie Whittaker's regeneration reveals a new Doctor

Avoid reading unless you're happy for major spoilers, as the 13th Doctor leaves the show.

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Saturday, October 22, 2022

Your pictures on the theme of 'empty spaces'

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

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To Be Continued


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Kilimanjaro: Firefighters tackle blaze on Tanzania mountain

The fire started on Friday night along one of the mountain's most popular climbing routes.

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Kilimanjaro: Firefighters tackle blaze on Tanzania mountain

The fire started on Friday night along one of the mountain's most popular climbing routes.

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Dietrich Mateschitz: Red Bull co-owner & energy drink giant dies aged 78

Red Bull co-owner Dietrich Mateschitz, a major global business figure as a result of his energy drinks empire, dies aged 78.

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Hurricane Roslyn to Hit Mexico as a Major Storm


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Birmingham murder inquiry after man stabbed to death in street

Paramedics "battled to save" the 29-year-old but he was pronounced dead at the scene, police say.

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Friday, October 21, 2022

In Arizona Governor’s Race, a Question Looms: ‘Where’s Katie?’


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Your Friday Evening Briefing


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Julie Kent, Renowned Former Ballerina, Will Lead Houston Ballet


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Whale's majestic move brings dramatic end to marine rescue off Canada

A marine crew battled for hours to free a humpback whale from fishing gear. Then they watched in awe as the giant did this.

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Donald Trump subpoena: His four biggest legal problems

It can be difficult to keep track of the ex-president's legal battles - here's what you need to know.

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The Next Six Weeks


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Thursday, October 20, 2022

Truss’s resignation, soon after the ascension of a new king, highlights that Britain is in unfamiliar times.


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Chess cheating row: Hans Niemann sues accusers Magnus Carlsen and Chess.com for libel

Hans Niemann is suing grandmaster Magnus Carlsen and others after they accused him of cheating.

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New York court dismisses Kevin Spacey sexual assault lawsuit

The case was brought by Anthony Rapp, who had been seeking around $40m (£36m) in damages.

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Cash or Card for a Cone? Van Leeuwen Must Take Both, N.Y.C. Says.


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New York court dismisses Kevin Spacey sexual assault lawsuit

The case was brought by Anthony Rapp, who had been seeking around $40m (£36m) in damages.

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Ukraine war: Iranian drone experts 'on the ground' in Crimea - US

Tehran has experts on the ground in Crimea helping with drone attacks on Ukraine, the White House says.

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022

The Papers: 'Truss on the brink' and 'chaos' of Braverman exit

Suella Braverman's resignation during a chaotic day at Westminster leads most of the papers.

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What Kenji López-Alt Makes His Family for Dinner


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Ukraine round-up: Kherson evacuation and Putin's letters to Berlusconi

Russia's removal of people from Kherson comes as it said the situation in the city was "difficult".

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Amazon's Jeff Bezos in economy warning: 'Batten down hatches'

With economic gloom on the US's horizon, the tech giant's boss points out warning signals.

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Hurricane Ian Is Blamed for Deadly Bacterial Infections in Florida


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WATCH: 'I've had enough of talentless people' - Charles Walker

The veteran politician spoke candidly with the BBC about his frustrations with the government.

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022

What is the UK inflation rate and why is the cost of living rising?

The price of the things we spend our money on is rising at nearly its highest rate in 40 years.

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The answers to your inflation questions

The BBC's economics editor Faisal Islam answers your questions on inflation.

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Are you setting up a warm bank? We want your stories

Along with the Jeremy Vine show, we want to know, are you are setting up a warm bank?

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Crystal Palace 2-1 Wolves: Wilfried Zaha winner helps Eagles come from behind for victory

Wilfried Zaha's well-taken winner caps a classy comeback as Crystal Palace record back-to-back home victories by beating Wolves.

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Rugby League World Cup: Tonga 24-18 Papua New Guinea - late win for 2017 semi-finalists

Tonga score a dramatic late try to open their Rugby League World Cup campaign with an entertaining 24-18 win over Papua New Guinea in St Helens.

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I Did Not Steal Two Piglets. I Saved Them. A Jury Agreed.


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Brighton & Hove Albion 0-0 Nottingham Forest: Hosts held to goalless draw by strugglers

Brighton's winless run under new boss Roberto de Zerbi continues with a frustrating Premier League draw against strugglers Nottingham Forest.

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Monday, October 17, 2022

Ukraine war round-up: A drone attack and a fire engine delivery

Russia dive-bombs Kyiv with drones and UK firefighters deliver engines for their Ukrainian colleagues.

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Great Lakes Storm Brings Snowfall and Possible 20-Foot Waves


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Four Friends Missing in Oklahoma Found Dismembered, Police Say


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Ukrainian forces are slowing their advance in the east as Russia tries to regroup.


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Rightist Party in Sweden Gets No Formal Role but Big Say in Government


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Benzema Wins Ballon d’Or After Years of Waiting His Turn


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A military jet crashed in southern Russia, killing at least four.


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Sunday, October 16, 2022

You Are Here


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What We Learned From Week 6 in the N.F.L.


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Man dies in suspected gas explosion in Denny

Emergency services were called to an outbuilding in Denny on Sunday afternoon.

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Families reunite on the Mexico-US border

More than 200 people gathered at the Rio Grand River on the Mexico-US border to reunite with their family members.

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Your Monday Briefing: China’s Leader Warns of ‘Stormy Seas’


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Giants Come Back as Defense Forces Two Late Turnovers


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Families reunite on the Mexico-US border

More than 200 people gathered at the Rio Grand River on the Mexico-US border to reunite with their family members.

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Russian troops have started to arrive in Belarus.


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Israel confirms it killed Hamas leader Haniyeh in Tehran in July

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