Sunday, September 15, 2024

Can Taylor Swift win the election for Harris (Or Trump)?

Our celeb endorsement episode!

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'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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Saturday, September 14, 2024

No new pledge on Ukraine missiles after Starmer-Biden talks

Ukraine has repeatedly urged the UK and US to let it fire long-range missiles against targets inside Russia.

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'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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Friday, September 13, 2024

US imposes new sanctions on Russian state media

Secretary of State Antony Blinken accused the outlet RT of engaging in "global covert activities."

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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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Thursday, September 12, 2024

Russia started this says UK PM, as Putin warns West

Keir Starmer made the comments as he travelled to Washington for talks with US President Joe Biden.

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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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Wednesday, September 11, 2024

NHS must reform or die, Starmer to say

People have "every right to be angry", Sir Keir Starmer to say, as review criticises state of the health service.

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Israeli strike on Gaza school kills at least 14 - health officials

The UN condemned the strike, which Israel's military said targeted Hamas fighters inside the school.

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Ros Atkins on... Were the Trump-Harris debate moderators unfair?

The BBC's analysis editor looks at how the ABC News debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris was fact-checked.

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Harris and Trump both attend 9/11 memorial in New York

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump shook hands again on Wednesday at the event, hours after their debate showdown.

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Tuesday, September 10, 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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Missouri's top court allows vote on abortion rights

Decision will allow voters to decide whether to restore legal abortion for first time in more than two years.

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Beyoncé explains why she stopped making videos

The singer created some of pop's most memorable music videos, then suddenly stopped.

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Grohl admits fathering child outside of marriage

The Foo Fighters frontman posted an announcement on his Instagram page but has turned off comments.

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Monday, September 9, 2024

New abuse allegations emerge against once venerated French priest

A French priest is to be expunged from his worldwide charity following revelations of his sexual abuse of women.

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'Don't make Coldplay comparison - England should aim for winning mentality'

England's defeat against Sri Lanka was careless rather than a crisis, but it proves they need to find a ruthlessness, says Stephan Shemilt.

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Sunday, September 8, 2024

'I want accountability for my daughter's death'

Martha Gaskell's daughter Marion Turner killed herself in 2013, months after being discharged.

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Southern California's Line Fire forces thousands to evacuate

Thousands have been told to leave their homes as the Line Fire threatens over 35,000 buildings in San Bernadino County.

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Steel workers to vote over redundancy terms

Three unions representing Tata Steel workers had pledged to give members a vote on a redundancy deal.

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Saturday, September 7, 2024

DNA tests to identify children who died in Kenya school fire

One official told journalists some of the bodies were burnt beyond recognition.

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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, September 6, 2024

The Papers: Rich 'ready to quit UK' and England's Carsley 'won't sing anthem'

Saturday's stories include England interim manager Lee Carsley suggesting he may not sing the national anthem.

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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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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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Thursday, September 5, 2024

Four victims of superyacht sinking suffocated in air pocket - Italian media

Investigators believe their cabin filled with carbon dioxide as the oxygen supply diminished.

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Wednesday, September 4, 2024

Medallist Lauren Steadman expecting to retire from Para-triathlon

Three time Paralympic medallist Lauren Steadman says she expects this year’s summer games in Paris to be her last.

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Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Drone footage shows sunken Greek village re-emerge from lake

The ruins of the Greek village of Kallio have re-appeared after decades, after record temperatures caused a major reservoir to partially dry up.

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'Eavesdropping' workplace helpline has accreditation suspended

An industry body said it was investigating Health Assure following BBC revelations.

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Sanctioned oligarchs take stake in largest UK oil firm

Petr Aven and Mikhail Fridman become minority shareholders after Harbour Energy buys German firm.

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Elton John left with 'limited vision' in one eye

The 77-year-old said he was healing from the infection, but that his recovery would take "some time".

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Monday, September 2, 2024

Extremist settlers rapidly seizing West Bank land

The number of illegal outposts has risen in the past five years to 196, BBC analysis has found.

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Netanyahu asks 'forgiveness' over hostage deaths as protests continue

It comes as Hamas said more hostages could be "returned to their families in shrouds" if a ceasefire isn't reached.

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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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Sunday, September 1, 2024

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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Children die in building collapse after Nigeria flooding

Intense floods are battering the West African country - so far at least 179 people have died.

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Saturday, August 31, 2024

Former Leeds and Cardiff defender Bamba dies aged 39

Former Cardiff City, Leeds United and Middlesbrough defender Sol Bamba has died aged 39.

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Kamala Harris criticises Trump over Arlington Cemetery dispute

Harris said the cemetery is "not a place for politics" in her first remarks on the incident.

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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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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, August 30, 2024

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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Israeli West Bank raid leaves destruction and determination in its wake

Palestinians in Nur Shams camp speak to the BBC's Lucy Williamson after Israeli forces withdraw.

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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, August 29, 2024

Israel agrees to pauses in fighting for polio vaccine drive

It will be rolled out in three separate stages across the central, southern and northern parts of the strip.

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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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Wednesday, August 28, 2024

Are AI-created recipes hard to swallow?

Chefs are increasingly using AI to dream up new food combinations, but the results are mixed.

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Sir Ben Ainslie robbed ahead of America's Cup race

The most successful Olympic sailor of all time was robbed of his Rolex in Barcelona, Spanish media report.

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'Mind-blowing': Thousands bathe in tomato sauce at La Tomatina

Partygoers gather near Valencia for the yearly tomato hurling festival.

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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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Tuesday, August 27, 2024

Special counsel files reworked indictment against Trump

Special Counsel Jack Smith appears to have tailored the charges to work under the recent presidential immunity ruling.

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Special counsel files reworked indictment against Trump

Special Counsel Jack Smith appears to have tailored the charges to work under the recent presidential immunity ruling.

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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, August 26, 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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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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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, August 25, 2024

Two trapped after ice collapses in Iceland glacier

Two people in a tour group were also injured when ice collapsed in Breiðamerkurjökull glacier.

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Watch: Paralympic flame's journey under the sea to France

After being lit in Stoke Mandeville the Paralympic torch headed through the Channel Tunnel on its way to Paris.

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Telegram says arrested CEO Durov has 'nothing to hide'

Telegram says it is "absurd" to claim a platform or its owner is responsible for abuse of that platform.

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Saturday, August 24, 2024

England showed they are not 'one-dimensional' - Pope

Stand-in captain Ollie Pope says England’s hard-fought win over Sri Lanka shows they are not a "one-dimensional" team.

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Match of the Day

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

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Germany deadly stabbing: Police make second arrest

A man is detained at a refugee centre near the attack site in the western city of Solingen.

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Friday, August 23, 2024

Several reported killed in Germany knife attack

A man randomly stabbed passers-by during a festival in the city of Solingen, German media report.

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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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Thursday, August 22, 2024

Edinburgh backs introduction of new 'tourist tax'

Visitors would be charged an additional levy on top of their hotel bill to stay in the city if plans are approved.

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Wednesday, August 21, 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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Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Harris arrives in Chicago for Democratic convention

The US vice-president spent Sunday campaigning in the battleground state of Pennsylvania.

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No foreign holidays for Gabon government officials

The interim president says he wants to "immerse" politicians in the realities of ordinary people.

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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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Monday, August 19, 2024

Who makes Troy Deeney's first Premier League team of the week?

After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?

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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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Sunday, August 18, 2024

Driver survives cardiac arrest on dual carriageway

Neville Owen became completely unresponsive after experiencing a cardiac arrest behind the wheel.

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Watch: Russian earthquake triggers volcanic eruption

Homes shook and ash covered the roads after an earthquake caused the Shiveluch volcano to erupt.

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Saturday, August 17, 2024

How Raygun made it to the Olympics and divided the breaking world

The Australian hip-hop community has been shaken by the reaction to Raygun's efforts in Paris.

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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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Friday, August 16, 2024

Himalayan village in Nepal hit by icy floods

Authorities have said there are no deaths or injuries, but more than a dozen buildings are destroyed.

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Labour under fire for giving top civil service role to woman from donor firm

The Conservatives are accusing the Labour government of undermining civil service impartiality.

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Thursday, August 15, 2024

Despair as the sea slowly swallows a Kenyan beauty spot

Local authorities are seeking to build a seawall to prevent further intrusion of the ocean to the village.

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Ed Sheeran joins Taylor Swift for Eras Tour return

Swift closes the European leg of her tour with five record-breaking performances at Wembley Stadium.

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Wednesday, August 14, 2024

German arrest warrant over Nord Stream blast mystery

The suspect, a Ukrainian diving instructor, had gone when Polish police tried to arrest him in July.

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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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Tuesday, August 13, 2024

Fresh evacuation alert as Greek wildfire threat continues

Hundreds of firefighters have been tackling blazes, with efforts continuing through the night.

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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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Monday, August 12, 2024

Bodycam video shows police response to Uvalde shooting

Footage and 911 calls show the police response to one of the deadliest school shootings in the US.

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4.4 magnitude earthquake hits Los Angeles area

The epicentre hit near Highland Park, a neighbourhood in Los Angeles County not far from the famous Hollywood sign.

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Sunday, August 11, 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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Man seen climbing Eiffel Tower above Olympic rings

Man seen climbing Eiffel Tower above Olympic rings

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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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Saturday, August 10, 2024

Police officers injured during trouble in Londonderry

Petrol bombs, fireworks and stones have been directed at police lines during disturbances.

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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, August 9, 2024

Johnson-Thompson ends Olympic medal wait with silver

Great Britain's Katarina Johnson-Thompson ends her long wait for an Olympic medal but narrowly misses out on gold at Paris 2024.

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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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Thursday, August 8, 2024

First debate showdown between Trump and Harris set for September

The debate on ABC News will mark the first time the rivals will square off since Harris became Democrats' presidential nominee

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Johnson-Thompson leads Olympic heptathlon

Great Britain's Katarina Johnson-Thompson leads the heptathlon after four events as the two-time world champion pursues a first Olympic medal.

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Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Why has Ukraine launched a cross-border attack on Russia?

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

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Tuesday, August 6, 2024

'There is no law and order. And Hindus are being targeted again'

Hindu properties and shrines have been attacked after ex-PM Sheikh Hasina fled Bangladesh.

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Khelif wins again to reach final amid eligibility row

Imane Khelif will fight for Olympic gold on Friday after putting aside the controversy surrounding her gender eligibility.

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PM says communities 'will be safe' in face of riots

The prime minister said the government was doing "everything we can" to ensure police can respond wherever potential disorder occurs.

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Monday, August 5, 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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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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Sunday, August 4, 2024

Peaty questions China relay win amid doping row

Adam Peaty questions China's relay victory on the final night of swimming in Paris, saying "there's no point winning if you're not winning fair".

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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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Saturday, August 3, 2024

World's biggest iceberg spins in ocean trap

A frozen block of ice far bigger than Greater London is captured in a vast pool of rotating water.

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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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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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Friday, August 2, 2024

Who are the US citizens still being held abroad?

The US government and rights groups believe dozens of Americans are being 'unjustly' held overseas.

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Justin Timberlake licence suspended in drink-driving case

Timberlake was in Belgium during the virtual court hearing, answering "yes" to questions from the judge.

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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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Thursday, August 1, 2024

The moment Murray's tennis career came to an end

Watch the moment Andy Murray's tennis career ends as he and Dan Evans are beaten by USA's Tommy Paul and Taylor Fritz in the men's doubles on day six of the Paris 2024 Olympics.

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Hezbollah leader says conflict with Israel in 'new phase' after killings

The killing of Hezbollah and Hamas leaders crossed "red lines", Hassan Nasrallah says, but he stops short of declaring all-out war.

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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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Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Bike drop! Reilly celebrates BMX silver after 'super technical' run

Great Britain's Kieran Reilly scores 93.91 on his final run in the men's BMX freestyle final to secure the silver medal at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.

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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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Tuesday, July 30, 2024

Thousands of Palestinians return to Khan Younis as IDF withdraws

The Hamas-run media office says more than 250 Palestinians were killed in the Israeli operation in the area.

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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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Monday, July 29, 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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Caracas echoes with loud protests against Venezuela's disputed election result

Protesters tell the BBC President Maduro should leave power because he is "destroying everything".

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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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Sunday, July 28, 2024

Reeves to axe projects to plug budget black hole

The Chancellor is set to outline immediate cuts worth billions of pounds to plug shortfall.

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Watch: Moment Robert Downey Jr revealed at San Diego Comic Con

The actor will make his comeback as Dr Victor Von Doom, a prominent villain in the comic books that spawned the popular Marvel film series.

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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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Saturday, July 27, 2024

Top five stories from day one of Paris Olympics 2024

Great Britain claim their first opening day medals since 2004 as the Paris Olympics get under way.

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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 at Manchester Airport circulated online.

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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, July 26, 2024

'The ick' and 'boop' newest entries in dictionary

The new additions are among more than 3,200 words and phrases introduced this year.

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Thursday, July 25, 2024

Scale of Ethiopian hunger crisis emerges

Crisis is unfolding in northern Ethiopia - driven by drought, crop failure and insecurity following war.

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Netanyahu meets Biden to close 'gaps' on Gaza ceasefire deal

The war in Gaza was a priority at a meeting held after the Israeli PM gave a fiery speech to Congress.

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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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Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Tugendhat joins race to be next Tory leader

The former security minister becomes the second Tory MP to enter the contest to replace Rishi Sunak.

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Ukraine thrown into war's bleak future as drones open new battlefront

On the front line, drones are killing hundreds every day - showing the world a new kind of high-tech war.

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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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Tuesday, July 23, 2024

Boy, 15, stabbed to death in London

Police said they are working to identify the suspect, who is believed to have run away from the scene.

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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, July 22, 2024

CrowdStrike shares hit again as IT disruption continues

Shares in the cybersecurity firm drop a further 13% after last week's global IT outage.

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Everything You Need to Know About Kamala Harris

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

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Sunday, July 21, 2024

Big Issue sellers escape to the Lakes

A group of homeless men are given the opportunity to take a retreat in the peace of the Lakes.

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Saturday, July 20, 2024

People with visible differences put in the frame

An exhibition is raising awareness of the prejudice people face for looking different.

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France recalls contaminated Olympic-branded water bottles

The consumer recall agency, Rappel Conso, says they contain a harmful chemical, Bisphenol A.

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Man charged over torching of Leeds bus

A bus was set on fire and a police car flipped over during violent disorder on Thursday.

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Friday, July 19, 2024

Bangladesh imposes curfew as protests continue

Authorities say the army will be deployed to halt unrest, after a prison was attacked on Friday.

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Living in cars and motels - what it's like to work at the 'Happiest Place on Earth'

Workers at Disneyland are considering a strike because pay at the 'Happiest place on Earth' has left many unable to meet rent.

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Thursday, July 18, 2024

Trump to address buoyant Republicans in first speech since shooting

He is expected to accept the party's nomination and bring to a close an event that has underscored his dominance of the party.

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

One dead, several injured after car hits Paris cafe

The driver initially fled the scene but was later arrested, police say.

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Boycott undergoes surgery on throat cancer

Former England captain Sir Geoffrey Boycott undergoes surgery to remove his throat cancer, says his daughter Emma.

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Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Toronto reels from floods and power cuts after severe storms

Record rainfall leaves large areas of city flooded, drivers stranded and 170,000 without power.

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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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Two Brits missing in Sweden as bodies found in car

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

from BBC News https://ift.tt/KTXYzeu

Monday, July 15, 2024

Lammy urges immediate ceasefire during Israel visit

On one of his first trips as foreign secretary, David Lammy says the war in Gaza has "gone on too long".

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Sunday, July 14, 2024

'Expertly finished!' - Williams scores early second-half goal for Spain

Spain winger Nico Williams scores the opening goal in the Euro 2024 final against England in Berlin.

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Saturday, July 13, 2024

Video shows moment Trump ducks and swarmed by security

The former US president and supporters around him are seen crouching after loud bangs are heard.

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Video shows moment Trump ducks and swarmed by security

Video shows the moment loud bangs are heard and the former president is surrounded by security.

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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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Friday, July 12, 2024

Alec Baldwin's Rust trial dismissed amid claims of hidden evidence

The dismissal happened just days into the actor's involuntary manslaughter trial.

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Alec Baldwin's Rust trial dismissed amid claims of hidden evidence

The dismissal happened just days into the actor's involuntary manslaughter trial.

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Many Democrats are sticking with Biden. Here's why

Scores of Democrats have publicly backed Biden - citing his record, his principles and his 2020 win against Trump.

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Former PMs, film and sports stars join Ambani wedding

Tony Blair and Boris Johnson were among guests to arrive at the wedding of a billionaire's son.

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Thursday, July 11, 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, July 10, 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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Baldwin 'played make-believe' with gun, Rust trial hears

Prosecution claims he disregarded gun safety, while defence portrays an actor who trusted his crew's competence.

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Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Starmer gives government jobs to brand new MPs

In an unusual move, five MPs get junior ministerial roles having only been elected for the first time

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McEnroe defends 'Darth Vader' Djokovic

After Novak Djokovic has another run-in with the Wimbledon crowd, John McEnroe compares the Serb to Darth Vader.

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Monday, July 8, 2024

Staff help clear rubble from destroyed Kyiv hospital

Footage posted on social media by Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky shows smoke rising from Ohmatdyt Children's Hospital and blown out windows.

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Ice cream van swept out to sea in rising tide

Coastguard teams rescue an ice cream van that had been swept out to sea in Cornwall.

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Sunday, July 7, 2024

France's far right 'sad and disappointed' over election result

With the champagne on ice, they thought they were on the brink of victory - but it didn't happen.

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French people reject the far right - again

Voters have turned out in large number to produce a shock result, writes the BBC's Hugh Schofield.

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Mélenchon: 'We are allowed to love our country'

Jean-Luc Mélenchon tells supporters he is "immensely relieved" as exit polls show a lead for his left-wing alliance.

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Saturday, July 6, 2024

'One of the world's best' - Saka's 'special' moment of redemption

Bukayo Saka is Stuart Pearce for the TikTok generation. The England winger found redemption in style - done with class, skill and likeability.

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Fans and pundits react to England win

Watch the reaction from England fans and the BBC presenting team as Gareth Southgate’s side beat Switzerland on penalties in the quarter-finals of Euro 2024.

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Friday, July 5, 2024

'Breakthrough' heightens hopes of Gaza ceasefire deal

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

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Thursday, July 4, 2024

'How has he done that?' - Rune tops shots of day four

Watch the best drop shots and volleys there were to see on day four of Wimbledon 2024.

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Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Blazing wildfires force evacuations in California

Low humidity, gusty winds, and a dangerous heatwave are exacerbating fire risks in the northern part of the state.

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Powerful Hurricane Beryl roars towards Jamaica

At least seven people die as a result of the powerful hurricane raging across the Caribbean.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/aWOdi1H

Pay rise freeze for Kenyan MPs after public anger

Protesters last week forced William Ruto to scrap planned tax rises, saying public money was being wasted.

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Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Israel conscription rule stokes ultra-Orthodox fury

But the move marks a significant step towards resolving one of Israel's most divisive issues.

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Jay Slater's mum tells of ‘agony' as searches fail to find son

The 19-year-old has been missing since 17 June after he told a friend he was lost in the mountains.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/wxVzqUe

Monday, July 1, 2024

'My brother went missing like Jay Slater'

Like Jay Slater, Steven Cook was on his first trip abroad without parents when he vanished.

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Justices 'fear for democracy' in dissent on Trump immunity

The three liberals, led by Sonia Sotomayor, painted a dark picture of absolutist power.

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Raducanu credits England after 'winning ugly' at Wimbledon

Emma Raducanu makes a winning return to Wimbledon, but fellow Britons Heather Watson, Charles Broom, Liam Broady and Arthur Fery lose on day one.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FacZui4

Sunday, June 30, 2024

We would do anything to protect this manager - Rice

Midfielder Declan Rice says England's players would "do anything to protect" under-fire manager Gareth Southgate after they booked a last-eight meeting with Switzerland in dramatic fashion.

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Analysis: France's far right now dominant political force

The right-wing National Rally is projected to top the first vote - but all is still to play for.

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Avril Lavigne on waiting 22 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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Saturday, June 29, 2024

India beat South Africa in thriller to win T20 title

India end their 13-year wait for a world title by fighting back for a thrilling seven-run win over South Africa in the T20 World Cup final.

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One dead and five injured in York bus crash - police

A 31-year-old man died at the scene of the crash involving a Tesla and a bus, police say.

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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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Friday, June 28, 2024

Rail fares, small boats and Brexit - Green and Reform claims tested

Train fares, small boats and Brexit - BBC Verify checks Adrian Ramsay's and Nigel Farage's answers.

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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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Thursday, June 27, 2024

Our interactive guide to the latest voting trends

How do people say they will vote in the UK general election? Our poll tracker measures the trends.

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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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Wednesday, June 26, 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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Tuesday, June 25, 2024

'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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Monday, June 24, 2024

Floods break through US dam causing major damage

A dam in Minnesota fails from heavy flooding prompting evacuations

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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.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/IWhErbs

Sunday, June 23, 2024

The Papers: Labour 'changing gender plans' and 'betting investigation widens'

Labour's plans to ease transition rules and claims of a broader election betting investigation lead the papers.

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Daku given two-game ban after offensive chants

Albania forward Mirlind Daku has been banned for two matches after leading his country's fans in derogatory chants.

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Saturday, June 22, 2024

Watch: Wild Thang is officially the world's ugliest dog

The annual competition for the World's Ugliest Dog crowns an eight-year-old Pekingese as its winner.

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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, June 21, 2024

Sabrina Carpenter takes top two spots in UK singles chart

Please Please Please has overtaken Carpenter's own hit, Espresso, to reach number one on the UK charts.

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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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Thursday, June 20, 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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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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Wednesday, June 19, 2024

SNP manifesto: Key policies analysed

BBC correspondents analyse key policies in the SNP manifesto.

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Louisiana orders every classroom to display Ten Commandments

Law requires a poster in all public schools classrooms, up to university level, by 2025.

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Limousine, tea set and 'busts' among Putin and Kim gifts

The Russian president gives car enthusiast Mr Kim a luxury Russian-made Aurus car during his visit.

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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.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/OaoF3Lt

Tuesday, June 18, 2024

Bacon ice cream and nugget overload sees misfiring McDonald's AI withdrawn

The voice recognition system seems not to have recognised what customers were really ordering.

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White House hits back at Netanyahu's weapons delay claims

The White House affirmed its military support of Israel, saying only one shipment had been paused.

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Monday, June 17, 2024

China should pay for propping up Putin's war - Nato chief

Jens Stoltenberg tells the BBC China should face "costs" for supporting Russia's war in Ukraine.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/eyJpnZN

Reform UK election pledges: 11 key policies analysed

BBC correspondents analyse key policies in the Reform UK manifesto.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/sQbYjTf

Sunday, June 16, 2024

'A win is a win': England fans react to opening match

England fans celebrated England's win over Serbia, but are still unsure if the team can win the Euros.

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Highlights: England hold on for winning start against Serbia

Jude Bellingham's first half header secures victory for England in their opening Group C Uefa Euro 2024 match at the Arena AufSchalke.

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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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Saturday, June 15, 2024

Tributes to Kevin Campbell show his amazing character, says Southgate

Tributes from the world of football to Kevin Campbell show he was a hugely popular amazing character, England boss Gareth Southgate says.

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Electioncast: How SUPER is a Supermajority?

And why is Grant Shapps worried about one?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/9FadW74

Friday, June 14, 2024

Cyril Ramaphosa re-elected South African president

It follows a coalition deal between the governing African National Congress and opposition parties.

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Cyril Ramaphosa re-elected South African president

It follows a coalition deal between the governing African National Congress and opposition parties.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/cz2JnWG

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.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/NPsUwpr

Thursday, June 13, 2024

UK weather: When is it going to improve?

June has started colder than average, are there any signs of warmer weather on the way?

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024

The Papers: Starmer 'prioritises growth' and election 'flutter'

Labour's manifesto pledge to prioritise growth and a Tory aide placing a bet on the election lead the papers.

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Buenos Aires rocked by clashes over Milei reforms

Police in Argentina's capital fire tear gas on crowds near Congress, as MPs debate budget-slashing reforms.

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Crime here is hurting, whatever the statistics say

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

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Oc2t3NH

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

US lifts weapons ban on Ukraine's Azov brigade

The brigade, whose origins were mired in far-right controversy, hails the move as blow to Russia's propaganda.

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SDP backs industry in first manifesto for 37 years

The Social Democratic Party is standing 122 candidates at the election, the most since 1987.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/QZbeSJD

Monday, June 10, 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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Sunday, June 9, 2024

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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Narendra Modi sworn in for third term at grand ceremony in Delhi

Modi's NDA alliance won the Indian election with a reduced margin while the opposition saw a resurgence.

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Saturday, June 8, 2024

Labour pledge planning law move to boost prison places

The party says it would by-pass local objections in order to increase prison capacity by 20,000.

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Four hurt after London funfair ride 'malfunctions'

The incident, at the Lambeth Country Show in Brockwell Park, south London, happened on Saturday evening.

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England's T20 World Cup defence in danger after Australia loss

England now will likely have to win their final two games in the tournament after a 36-run defeat by Australia in Barbados.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/l0rfzQ8

Friday, June 7, 2024

Hunter Biden's daughter gives surprise testimony at trial

Naomi Biden told the court that her father seemed "great" around the time he bought a gun in 2018.

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Thursday, June 6, 2024

Tories vow to let high earners keep more in child benefits

The party says it would increase the salary threshold at which a household starts to lose its child benefits.

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Zelensky and D-Day veteran call each other 'hero'

Ukraine’s president hugged the World War Two soldier at a ceremony to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/IgJQ4Zd

USA stun Pakistan in T20 World Cup super over

The United States pull off one of the biggest shocks in cricket history by beating Pakistan in a super over in Dallas.

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Wednesday, June 5, 2024

'We're two northerners singing about true crime'

The show is about two true-crime podcast obsessed friends who find themselves in the middle of a murder.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vz2uMRn

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Tories pledge to tackle 'confusion' over legal definition of sex

Rishi Sunak says the changes would make the law around single-sex spaces clearer.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FDAQtuf

'Tornado-like' storm devastates town in South Africa

A 'tornado-looking' storm has killed at least 10 people after it hit several provinces on Monday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/UzsDFqJ

Boy's family seek justice after crash with Ghana actor

Relatives are mourning a three-year-old who died after a car crash with popular Ghanaian actor Lil Win.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ADKaBOS

Monday, June 3, 2024

Lib Dems pledge free personal care for adults

The party wants to tackle the shortage of workers by introducing a carer's minimum wage, at £2 above the standard.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ec4RZ6I

Farage’s return means turbulence for the Tories

Nigel Farage is running for Parliament - but he also might reshape the Conservative Party as he does so.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/wZ6CUr5

Sunday, June 2, 2024

Could a housing revolution transform Canadian cities?

The Canadian government is pushing hard for cities to build more "fourplex" apartment blocks.

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BBC announces dates for election TV debates

A seven-party debate is to be held on Friday, before a Question Time special and head-to-head event.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qOTIfyG

US expects Israel will accept Gaza ceasefire plan if Hamas does

The White House believes Hamas has been weakened to a point that it cannot repeat the 7 October attack.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/j4OyxYc

Saturday, June 1, 2024

Will using Western weapons on Russia help Ukraine change the war?

The latest Russian advance in the Kharkiv region has convinced Kyiv’s allies to change their policy.

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Friday, May 31, 2024

No D-Day flights for WW2 planes after fatal crash

Pilot Sqn Ldr Mark Long died when the Spitfire he was flying crashed in Lincolnshire.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/oCiQstu

Thursday, May 30, 2024

Ukraine allowed to hit some targets in Russia with US weapons

The US gives Ukraine permission to use US-supplied weapons to strike targets in Russia, but only near Kharkiv.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/tYucfVX

Watch: A busy campaign day for party leaders

Political party leaders were out and about, campaigning around the country on Thursday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/EUYFzyr

Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Rapper Sean Kingston agrees to return to Florida in $1m fraud case

Mr Kingston will be extradited from California to Florida to face allegations of fraud and theft.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/MKwI01P

Tax online giants to help kids' mental health, say Lib Dems

Lib Dems to triple taxes on social media giants to fund mental health professionals in all schools.

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Labour vows to 'take back town centres from thugs'

The party wants to put more police in communities and "rebuild safety on Britain's streets".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/AOtlHVc

'Curtain of fire': Dramatic video from Iceland volcano eruption

A popular tourist resort was evacuated after a 2.5km-long fissure opened up, which may be “growing”.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/fmGe1td

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

PM pledges to swap 'rip-off' degrees for apprenticeships

The Conservatives say they would replace some degrees with 100,000 new apprenticeships per year.

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Man arrested on suspicion of beach stabbing murder

Amie Gray, 34, died following the attack on Durley Chine Beach in Bournemouth on Friday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/vQ4myh1

Monday, May 27, 2024

Pope allegedly used derogatory term for gay people

The Pope was speaking at a meeting of bishops on whether gay men should be allowed to become priests.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/cfSDkPB

Tories pledge 'Triple Lock Plus' pension allowance

The Conservatives pledge to raise the tax-free pension allowance by at least 2.5% a year if they win the election.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/AfKeFgx

At least 16 dead as cyclone hits Bangladesh and India

Nearly a million people have been evacuated as Cyclone Remal destroys thousands of homes.

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More than 120 business chiefs sign letter backing Labour

More than 120 bosses endorse Labour's economic plans ahead of the election saying it is “time for a change”.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/kcsa1IS

Sunday, May 26, 2024

Cynthia voted for Nelson Mandela. Now she's abandoning his successors

The ruling ANC party has not delivered the change in South Africa that some had hoped for.

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British event rider Georgie Campbell dies after fall from horse

British event rider Georgie Campbell dies after falling from her horse at the Bicton International Horse Trials in Devon.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/tuslInA

Saturday, May 25, 2024

Sunak attacks Welsh government on campaign visit

On a visit to Barry the PM attacks Labour on motorists and NHS, but runs into trouble on football.

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Nicki Minaj freed after arrest at Amsterdam airport

The rapper was due to play a concert at Manchester's Co-op Live venue.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WfoMB7X

Friday, May 24, 2024

Michael Gove steps down in mass exodus of MPs before election

The second full day of campaigning is marked by an exodus of MPs, including long-serving Mr Gove.

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Scotland central to Labour mission for government - Starmer

The Labour leader outlined his vision at a Scottish campaign launch event in Glasgow.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/dYtRovJ

Thursday, May 23, 2024

Sean Kingston's home raided after singer accused of not paying for huge TV

A company claims Sean Kingston did not fully pay for a 232-inch television and sound system.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mx5gsRN

McCartney roasts Springsteen at Ivor Awards

The star mocks his friend, as he presents him with a prestigious lifetime achievement award.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WnFEPp4

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

How MPs turned to BBC for clarity on election gossip

The BBC's Henry Zeffman describes how Westminster gossip caused mass confusion among staff.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/1qE83b4

Bus crash leaves at least five children injured

The air ambulance was called to the scene on the A227 near Meopham.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/1Jlg3AB

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Passenger describes moment turbulence hit flight

Jerry, who was flying to his son's wedding, says it was the worst day of his life.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/RcJ7QAw

Armies of young insurgents are changing the course of a forgotten war

The BBC's Quentin Sommerville spent a month with revolutionary forces at jungle bases and on front lines in Myanmar.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/lemYhzc

German novel Kairos wins International Booker

Jenny Erpenbeck is the first German writer and Michael Hofmann the first male translator to win £50,000 prize.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/3YfK8sd

Monday, May 20, 2024

What happens when councils take control of buses?

More people are using buses in Reading where they are publicly-owned - will others towns follow?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/gHFZwbL

Sunday, May 19, 2024

Slovakia PM attacker 'may not have been lone wolf'

Investigators are probing whether the suspect was part of a group who "incited and supported each other”, a minister says.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/jFG6ytc

Baby Reindeer 'a big problem' for Netflix and Gadd - Morgan

Journalist Piers Morgan says there are issues to be addressed by the programme makers.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/b92McUK

Saturday, May 18, 2024

Hayes relieved after 'toughest' WSL title with Chelsea

Emma Hayes says Chelsea's fifth successive Women's Super League title has been "the toughest, without doubt".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ECgm7Ir

Tunisia says 23 people missing in Mediterranean sea

The national guard says it has informed the navy and search and rescue operations are under way.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/trlGLHX

Friday, May 17, 2024

Lawmakers clash after 'fake eyelashes' comment

The fiery exchange kicked off when Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene criticised Democrat Jasmine Crockett.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mx1GHho

Dominant England seal T20 series win over Pakistan

England beat Pakistan by 65 runs in Northampton to secure a comfortable series victory.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jk9HuPR

Thursday, May 16, 2024

Trump lawyer takes aim at Cohen trying to paint him as liar

"Does the outcome of this trial affect you personally?" Mr Blanche asked Cohen at one point

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Fury refuses to look Usyk in the eye in face-off

Heavyweight Tyson Fury refuses to face off with Oleksandr Usyk during a cordial news conference in Saudi Arabia.

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'We are restoring oysters once made extinct'

Thirty thousand rare oysters are being reintroduced to the Firth of Forth having been wiped out by overfishing and pollution.

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'Death notice' and tributes for Dublin-NY portal

An art project that links Dublin and New York via a live video "portal" has been temporarily shut.

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Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Dolly Parton says she has Welsh ancestry

Dolly Parton has traced her ancestry to the Welsh valleys for a TV show, according to reports.

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Tuesday, May 14, 2024

Bumble apologises for anti-celibacy ad after backlash

The dating apps will remove adverts critics said shamed women who were not sexually active.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/nV0sptZ

Monday, May 13, 2024

Welsh man loses battle over parking ticket issued in English

A man loses his case against a parking company after he refused to pay a fine issued in English.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Na7fcp6

Sunday, May 12, 2024

'So bad' - is this Man Utd team really 'one of the worst ever'?

The stormy weather at Old Trafford on Sunday provided a metaphor for Manchester United's season as they suffered their 14th league defeat of the season at home to Arsenal.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/MUkyIFi

Saturday, May 11, 2024

Match of the Day

Highlights of all the day’s fixtures on the penultimate weekend of Premier League action.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/imyT9LK

Celtic not 'perfect' but 'in touching distance' of title

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers says his side are in "touching distance" of the title despite their season being far from "perfect".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZPjU9Di

Friday, May 10, 2024

Djokovic struck by water bottle at Italian Open

Novak Djokovic is hit on the head by a water bottle as he signs autographs after his win at the Italian Open.

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These solar flares may lead to rare Northern Lights

Unusual geomagnetic storms may make aurora borealis visible in places where it is not usually seen.

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Solar storm could make Northern Lights visible in UK

A solar storm of this scale can cause disruptions to infrastructure such as the power grid.

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Thursday, May 9, 2024

Leverkusen go 49 unbeaten and make Europa League final

Bayer Leverkusen set a new European unbeaten record of 49 games by securing a late draw with Roma to reach the Europa League final.

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No Interest to Cut Rates…(Yet)

And, Chris Mason speaks to Tory defector Natalie Elphicke

from BBC News https://ift.tt/nUyWhPL

Wednesday, May 8, 2024

Real snatch stunning win over Bayern to reach final

Real Madrid grab an incredible semi-final win as two late goals defeat Bayern Munich and set up a Champions League final with Borussia Dortmund.

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Going to the extreme: Inside Germany’s far right

A BBC investigation uncovers links between opposition AfD party figures and extremist networks.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/vZq4t8G

Tuesday, May 7, 2024

Scotland lose final & will face England in T20 World Cup

Scotland will face England at this autumn’s Women’s T20 World Cup as they lose against Sri Lanka in the final of the ICC qualifier.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/HlwC46j

Monday, May 6, 2024

The rise of Sweden's super rich

Why the Nordic nation, despite its reputation for social equality, has so many billionaires.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/024H3ye

Sunday, May 5, 2024

Norris beats Verstappen in Miami for first F1 win

McLaren’s Lando Norris beats Red Bull’s Max Verstappen with help from the safety car to take his maiden Formula 1 victory at the Miami Grand Prix.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/cA8kDrn

We need to normalise death and dying, says carer

Abi Jenkins, who cared for a friend with terminal cancer, said "normalising" death might help people.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/CDVamQT

Saturday, May 4, 2024

German election candidate attacked on campaign

Matthias Ecke was seriously injured after being kicked and hit in a suspected politically-motivated attack.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/BsTg4rc

Kuenssberg: Are Tories resigned to electoral fate under Sunak?

Tory MPs are in no mood to oust Rishi Sunak despite local results pointing to general election defeat.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/6KtcDw4

Friday, May 3, 2024

Two further arrests after burglary shooting death

Derbyshire Police confirmed two further arrests were made in relation to the death of Marcus Smith.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/sHQch7G

Thursday, May 2, 2024

Villa lose at home in Conference League semi-final

Aston Villa's hopes of reaching the Europa Conference League final were dealt a major blow by a chaotic semi-final first-leg defeat to Olympiakos.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/XWoEp7F

Trump 'hates' that hush-money deal was made, Cohen says in recording

The claim was made by Donald Trump's ex-lawyer in a conversation with Stormy Daniels' former attorney.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/utxDXjO

Teenager charged over school attack

Two women in their 20s and a child were injured during the incident at a Sheffield school.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/hOBNw9T

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

'Truly horrific': How the Hainault attack unfolded

Details are still emerging about the serious incident in north-east London on Tuesday morning.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/kz0eOKF

Ghana celebrates as looted artefacts put on display

Some of the royal artefacts were stolen by British colonisers during the 19th Century Anglo-Ashanti war.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/uiY3tOz

Arizona Senate votes to repeal 1864 abortion ban

Two Republicans join Democrats to repeal law brought back to life by state's supreme court.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/5qs4oyt

Tuesday, April 30, 2024

BBC on board Philippine ship hit by Chinese water cannon

The BBC’s Jonathan Head witnessed a confrontation in the disputed South China Sea.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FEj4VQs

Monday, April 29, 2024

Zelensky urges faster delivery of arms to frontline

The call from Ukraine's leader comes as Russia intensifies its offensive in the east.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/8YFITeS

Sunday, April 28, 2024

Is Myanmar's army reversing its losses? It's complicated

A rebel group that took a key town lost it to the junta two weeks later. But there's more to the story.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/8YIF5sc

Saturday, April 27, 2024

Match of the Day

Highlights of the day’s seven Premier League matches, including West Ham v Liverpool.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/UhcySbi

Thousands rally for Spain's PM Pedro Sánchez

More than 12,000 people rally to urge the prime minister to stay in office as he decides whether to resign.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FE8OYfg

Hayes laments 'worst decision in Champions League history' as Chelsea beaten by Barcelona

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes says Kadeisha Buchanan's sending-off against Barcelona was the "worst decision in Champions League history".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/sdj2gRt

Friday, April 26, 2024

Liverpool agree £9.4m Slot deal with Feyenoord

Liverpool agree a £9.4m deal with Feyenoord to allow Arne Slot to become the new Reds manager, succeeding Jurgen Klopp.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/pLvuIP7

Thursday, April 25, 2024

Man City thrash Brighton to go second in Premier League table

Manchester City move to within one point of Premier League leaders Arsenal by thrashing Brighton 4-0 at Amex Stadium.

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Man City thrash Brighton to go second in table

Manchester City move to within one point of Premier League leaders Arsenal by thrashing Brighton 4-0 at Amex Stadium.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/UweCIHq

Royal Navy destroyer shoots down Houthi missile

The HMS Diamond was deployed in the Gulf of Aden when its crew used her Sea Viper missile system.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/XbIn1cH

Supreme Court divided on whether Trump has immunity

The justices discussed immunity, coups, pardons, Operation Mongoose - and the future of democracy.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/baDYs7R

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Impressive Everton win to hit Liverpool title hopes

Everton take a giant step towards safety and deliver a huge blow to Liverpool's title aspirations with a thoroughly deserved victory.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/oP6I28s

Semenyo seals Bournemouth win against woeful Wolves

Antoine Semenyo scores the only goal of the game as 10-man Bournemouth win at Wolves to move into the top half of the table.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ozJkxsL

Tuesday, April 23, 2024

'Show respect', victim's mum urges over graphic post

Emma Webber has urged the author of a graphic post in a police Whatsapp group to contact her.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/g8EstNz

Olly Alexander to bring Eurovision magic to EastEnders

This year's UK Eurovision entrant will make a surprise visit to Walford next month.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7QhSOLI

Monday, April 22, 2024

Unease as Rwanda gears up for arrival of UK migrants

Rwanda is gearing up to welcome deported asylum seekers once the landmark UK bill is passed.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/zMy3rxv

'It is the end for Ten Hag - there is no coming back'

Erik ten Hag's time as Manchester United manager is reaching an end and there is "no coming back", says Chris Sutton.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/pKPyWCx

Sunday, April 21, 2024

Tram crash at Universal Studios Hollywood injures 15

The incident happened shortly after 9pm local time on Saturday night, authorities said.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/fRhB1wn

Watch: Match of the Day 2

Highlights, reaction and expert analysis from the day’s four Premier League games.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/vHToG6I

‘They will talk about this forever’ – Coventry close to ‘greatest story'

Coventry's epic FA Cup semi-final with Manchester United, when the Sky Blues came from 3-0 down to force penalties, will be talked about "forever".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WUcQ8xR

Saturday, April 20, 2024

'Chelsea pain self-inflicted as Man City show mentality of champions'

Chelsea and Mauricio Pochettino are unable to shake off the unwanted label of nearly men after suffering their latest agonising Wembley defeat in the FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ycxqiE4

'It's not acceptable' - Guardiola hits out at schedule despite reaching final

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says it is "unacceptable" his side had to play an FA Cup semi-final so soon after a Champions League quarter-final.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/fLRAY65

Friday, April 19, 2024

UK rejects EU free movement for young people offer

The EU Commission said UK and EU citizens under 30 should be able to work or study for up to four years.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Tnas6jr

Thursday, April 18, 2024

FA Cup replay changes show 'total lack of respect'

The FA and Premier League are accused of "a total lack of respect for the football pyramid" over changes to FA Cup replays.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/OXNDdPB

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Blunt Rangers' title bid hit again in Dundee draw

Rangers suffer a second blow to their Scottish Premiership title hopes within three days as they are held to a goalless draw away to Dundee.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/AubwZjm

Watch: Volcano in Indonesia spews lava and smoke

Hundreds of people have been evacuated as Mount Ruang continues to erupt for the second day.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/sc4xXOL

Chelsea bounce back from cup exits to beat Villa

Chelsea return to the top of the Women's Super League by beating Aston Villa - as they bounce back from the disappointment of being knocked out of the FA Cup and losing the League Cup final.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/MP9IH3U

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Brigitte Macron to be subject of new TV drama

The life of the French first lady will be turned into a six-part TV drama series.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/vPKHIYa

Cloudy skies stop sun sparking Olympic torch journey

A Greek actress playing the role of a high priestess lights the Olympic flame in ancient Olympia, Greece.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/aWco7bO

Monday, April 15, 2024

Dormice ladders built in the Forest of Dean

The ladders are helping the rodents move around following the loss of diseased Ash trees.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/RhtTPGn

Liz Truss: The world was safer under Trump

Former PM Liz Truss says she hopes Donald Trump wins the next US election.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/nY84LiQ

Pro-Palestinian protest blocks Golden Gate Bridge

San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge was blocked for hours during a pro-Palestinian demonstration.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/4XZxWn0

Sunday, April 14, 2024

BBC Verify examines video from Iran's attack on Israel

Footage shows projectiles being intercepted after Iran attacked Israel with drones and missiles.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/OkwcxG0

BBC Verify examines video from Iran's attack on Israel

Footage shows projectiles being intercepted after Iran attacked Israel with drones and missiles.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/OkwcxG0

Saturday, April 13, 2024

Israel says defences are 'ready' as Iran attacks

It comes as Iran launches a wave of drones at Israel, after threatening Israel with a reprisal attack.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/brkaD1o

Ukraine army chief says Russia making gains in east

Gen Oleksandr Syrskyi said Russia is making tactical gains and benefitting from warmer weather.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/OpClT2z

Come Dine With Me winners part of drug import plot

Members of a gang to import cannabis were foiled after reports of a theft, police say.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/YL7agEe

'Boutique' music festival scrapped

Meadowfest was due to take place in Malton at the end of July.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WNn8vSb

Friday, April 12, 2024

Former shadow minister readmitted to Labour Party

The MP for Enfield Southgate is reinstated as an investigation into a claim about his conduct ends.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/GTq98io

Billionaire twins invest in ninth-tier football club

Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss will become co-owners of Real Bedford.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/BhRy0Eu

Billionaire twins invest in ninth-tier football club

Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss will become co-owners of Real Bedford.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/BhRy0Eu

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Leverkusen strike late to beat stubborn West Ham

Bayer Leverkusen score twice in the last 10 minutes to break West Ham's resistance and take the advantage after the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/UEFlGi0

Ohtani interpreter charged with stealing over $16m

Prosecutors say Ippei Mizhuara impersonated the baseball star to banks to steal millions for betting.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/w2h8XId

Liverpool suffer shock home defeat to Atalanta

Liverpool face a huge battle to stay in the Europa League after a shock home defeat to Atalanta in the quarter-final first leg at Anfield.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/It7hiJz

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

Atletico hold on to edge Dortmund in first leg

Atletico Madrid hold off a late Borussia Dortmund fightback to hold the advantage after the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FGgZ4IA

Christensen gives Barcelona slender lead over PSG

Five-time winners Barcelona come from behind to earn a slender advantage over Paris St-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final in France.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/3IgaEX0

Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Can US pressure deliver Israel-Hamas truce in Gaza?

Benjamin Netanyahu and Yahya Sinwar remain far apart on key issues after six months of war.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/UbBDsQq

Monday, April 8, 2024

Labour vows to fund pledges by tackling tax dodgers

The party says its plans would raise £5.1bn a year but the government warns that more taxes will result.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7WeRDcU

Watch stunning first images of total eclipse in North America

See moment the Moon completely obscures the Sun, turning day to night and revealing dazzling corona.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/It01jvT

'It's just amazing' - BBC reporter stunned by eclipse over Texas

BBC North America Correspondent Nomia Iqbal says the eclipse is "indescribable".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/1i9XNzD

Sunday, April 7, 2024

'Worst floods in decades' hit Kazakhstan and Russia

Tens of thousands are evacuated in northern Kazakhstan, amid warnings that floods are spreading in Russia.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/V6XKLHc

President says world failed Rwanda over 1994 genocide

President Paul Kagame addressed world leaders at a ceremony marking 30 years since the brutal killings.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/1lPF5R8

Saturday, April 6, 2024

The Papers: 'Gaza famine' warning and Corrie 'budgeting row'

Headlines include warnings over Gaza and Coronation Street actors angry over their hours being cut.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/GTqcBlO

Thousands of Israelis rally to demand hostage deal

The massive protests come after the IDF recovered the body of an abducted Israeli.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/BNGmOSt

Thousands of Israelis rally to demand hostage deal

The massive protests come after the IDF recovered the body of an abducted Israeli.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/BNGmOSt

PM marks six months of Israel-Gaza war as UK sends Navy ship for aid

Rishi Sunak says Israel has the right to defend itself but he is "shocked by the bloodshed" in Gaza.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/mgwGk3r

Friday, April 5, 2024

NBA legend James' son Bronny to enter 2024 draft

Bronny James, the son of NBA legend LeBron, is to enter the 2024 NBA draft.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/HU4yWsa

Biden vows to help Baltimore recover rapidly

The US president says "union labour and American steel" will rebuild Baltimore's collapsed Key Bridge.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZShIMKa

Thursday, April 4, 2024

Boeing pays Alaska Air more than $160m after blowout

The sum to the airline for losses since January reflects the ongoing fallout to Boeing from the crisis.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/SUalb01

Liverpool battle past Sheff Utd to return to top

Liverpool battle to a win over Sheffield United to move back to the top of the Premier League and maintain control of the title race.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/8HB4AeG

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Foden scores hat-trick as Man City beat Villa

Phil Foden strikes a stunning hat-trick as Manchester City continue to apply pressure to their Premier League title rivals.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/zdXSI4a

Brentford and Brighton share points in dull stalemate

Ivan Toney's run without a Premier League goal extends to seven games as Brentford and Brighton & Hove Albion play out a dull draw.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/JFAVH5K

Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Parents of Chibok girls heartbroken - again

Some of their rescued daughters have chosen to stay married to their abductors, with government approval.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/uJxUInV

London River Thames section is 'worst place' for sewage

Members of the Henley Mermaids campaign group claim London is facing the brunt of sewage dumping.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/GvVWCH4

Monday, April 1, 2024

Bangladeshi women left 'suicidal' by TikTok troll

Women from the Bangladeshi community say a TikTok troll is ruining their lives, the BBC finds.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/3PkoHO1

Moment woman steals guard's gun and opens fire

Live-streamed footage captured the moment a detainee stole a gun from a guard and opened fire in Chile.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/yBzSOwC

Moment woman steals guard's gun and opens fire

Three people were injured in the incident, which took place outside a market in Santiago, Chile.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/yBzSOwC

Sunday, March 31, 2024

'Stern and steely Arsenal not going away in title race'

Almost a year since their collapse, Arsenal prove at Manchester City they are not going away in the Premier League title race.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mn3jCXf

Stop stealing from Air Force One, journalists told

Pillowcases and plates are among items that have reportedly vanished from the US president's plane.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/YaHvmCQ

Saturday, March 30, 2024

Match of the Day

Immerse yourself in the thrills and spills of a bumper day of Premier League action.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/vEUoF0e

Police on horseback chase down suspect

Police bodycam showed the suspected shoplifter trying to run across three lanes of traffic.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/mDwB2bM

Friday, March 29, 2024

Rees-Zammit signs with NFL champions Chiefs

Former Wales rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit joins back-to-back Super Bowl champions the Kansas City Chiefs.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/plysqtc

Thursday, March 28, 2024

Leicester sack Kirk after relationship allegation

Leicester City sack manager Willie Kirk, who had been suspended by the Women's Super League club.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7Q9ysn0

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Sewage hits the fan, again

Sewage spills by water companies in England more than doubled in 2023.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qQwNYj1

Father of three among Baltimore bridge victims

Six people are presumed dead after the bridge collapsed, but what do we know about them?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/kmNDi9g

Tuesday, March 26, 2024

19th Century law fires up anti-abortion push

A federal abortion ban won’t pass Congress. But activists hope a 19th Century law could be enforced to halt the procedure.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z9Xenkb

UN rights expert accuses Israel of acts of genocide

Francesca Albanese says Israel seeks to destroy Palestinians, in a report Israel calls "outrageous".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qQTY0Zz

Israel says UN resolution damaged Gaza truce talks

PM Benjamin Netanyahu says Hamas has been emboldened by the demand for an immediate ceasefire.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/PUwenKJ

Monday, March 25, 2024

Trump: I don't need to borrow money to pay bond

The former US president has 10 days to pay a lesser amount of $175m, which he said he will do before the deadline.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/3Dc1Ehv

Marten 'told partner to lie to police' on baby death

Constance Marten was giving her final day of evidence in her trial at the Old Bailey.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/rBnlQRC

Sunday, March 24, 2024

The Jewish settlers who want to build homes in Gaza

They see an opportunity to push for a return of Jewish settlements to the Palestinian territory.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/s7D9bqF

Russia charges four men over Moscow concert attack

Suspects appear in a Moscow court accused of an act of terrorism at Crocus City Hall, where 137 people were killed.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/oQ1g236

Russia charges four men over Moscow concert attack

Suspects appear in a Moscow court accused of an act of terrorism at Crocus City Hall, where 137 people were killed.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/oQ1g236

Murder arrest at Heathrow after man hit by car

A 33-year-old man was arrested at the airport on Sunday afternoon, following the death of another man, 35.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Arp1gZq

Saturday, March 23, 2024

'We don't live, we're just alive': Afghan girls despair at Taliban school ban

The new term has begun, but secondary school remains closed to girls for another academic year.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/QpEL2ae

Friday, March 22, 2024

Nationwide payments back to normal after delays

The building society says the problem has now been resolved and a payment backlog has been cleared.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/y7uR2VM

Border Force at Heathrow Airport vote to strike

Staff carrying out immigration controls and passport checks may walk out from 8 April.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/oLVkJZG

Thursday, March 21, 2024

Appeal for clues in 'Black Boy' portrait mystery

A museum is hoping to find vital clues about the identity of the child in the beguiling portrait.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/JT2C9qR

Waspi women get stung again?

Report finds women affected by change in state pension “owed” compensation

from BBC News https://ift.tt/OSxrctR

New youngest peer wants to scrap the House of Lords

At 28-years-old, Plaid Cymru's Carmen Smith becomes the youngest member of the House of Lords.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/tQ34nW1

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Poland's 'Heart of the Garden' named tree of 2024

A monumental Polish beech has been crowned European Tree of the Year 2024.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qF7Xd9C

What a 25,000-piece Hot Wheels collection looks like

Canadian collector Doug Woods has been growing his race car repository for more than 40 years.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/wyYorpc

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Sabalenka to play in Miami Open after boyfriend's death

Aryna Sabalenka intends to play in the Miami Open following the death of her boyfriend, former ice hockey player Konstantin Koltsov.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/4vN5zwb

Egg Freezing and Me

Inside the world of one of the fastest growing fertility treatments in the UK.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WH9C2Za

Monday, March 18, 2024

Drive Fast Die Young

The story of a teenage road death told by his family and first responders.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/vimK7yt

Crowds flock to new Banksy tree mural in London

Crowds have gathered to see a new tree mural in north London after street artist Banksy claimed the piece.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/z2t5wTp

Banksy is back, plus the new deep sea treasure hunting

Mystery artist confirms new London tree mural is his work

from BBC News https://ift.tt/NEGkRs1

Sunday, March 17, 2024

Watch: Putin thanks Russia after predictable win

President Vladimir Putin thanks Russians for putting their trust in him as he celebrates his election win.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/SWZVToB

Iceland state of emergency after volcanic flare-up

Powerful lava flows began late on Saturday - but authorities say they have since diminished significantly.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7sgNPIQ

New London mural prompts Banksy speculation

Banksy documentary maker James Peak believes the work, near Finsbury Park, is by the elusive artist.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/XuV9Nk6

Saturday, March 16, 2024

Chris Mason: How will Welsh Labour change under Gething?

As soon as Vaughan Gething was announced as Welsh Labour's new leader, thoughts turned to the general election.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/drzyhiq

Friday, March 15, 2024

Aid reaches shore in Gaza after first sea delivery

The first crates of food are on dry ground, but how it will be distributed in Gaza remains unclear.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FtxN6BD

Biden backs top Democrat calling for Israeli election

Senator Schumer said on Thursday that Israel risked becoming a "pariah" with Mr Netanyahu in charge.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/6ABwt1i

Thursday, March 14, 2024

GPs wore bin bags for aprons during the pandemic

The Scottish Covid Inquiry hears GPs felt they did not have adequate PPE in the early days of the pandemic.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/P1BY8Mz

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Watch: Abbott stands to catch Speaker's attention 46 times

A spokesperson for the Speaker said he "ran out of time" to call the MP during PMQs.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/tnISTJO

Inside the US plan to get food into Gaza by sea

Building a floating dock poses logistical and security challenges - how might it actually work?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/byfFJB8

Lockyer thanks 'hero' medics who saved his life

Luton Town captain Tom Lockyer calls the medics who saved his life "heroes" as he returns to Bournemouth to thank them.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZIU4ihz

RFK Jr eyes NFL star and wrestling legend as VP picks

The independent candidate's campaign says Aaron Rodgers and Jesse Ventura are on the shortlist for the role.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/oS196dJ

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Baptisms 'a ticket' for some asylum seekers - vicar

A vicar tells MPs most baptism requests he had from asylum seekers were during their appeal stage.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/vQdiEGK

Biden to send new $300m weapons package to Ukraine

It comes as an aid bill in Congress stalls and as Ukrainian troops run out of battlefield supplies.

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'Wales felt like second-class citizens in pandemic'

Then-health minister Eluned Morgan says Welsh people felt like "second-class citizens" during Covid.

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Monday, March 11, 2024

King misses Commonwealth Day service but calls for unity

The King used his virtual address to thank the public for their support and call for Commonwealth unity.

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Boeing whistleblower found dead in US

Prior to his death, whistleblower John Barnett was testifying against Boeing over concerns about standards.

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Vinyl records and air fryers added to inflation measure

Vinyl music sales – led by Taylor Swift's success - return to the basket of goods used to track prices.

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Sunday, March 10, 2024

Britt denies misleading voters in Biden rebuttal

Katie Britt was criticised for citing a sex trafficking case which happened in Mexico almost 20-years-ago.

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Six skiers go missing in Switzerland during tour

The Swiss Alps have seen high winds for some days, and over the last 24 hours, heavy snowfalls.

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Six skiers go missing in Switzerland during tour

The Swiss Alps have seen high winds for some days, and over the last 24 hours, heavy snowfalls.

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The outfits: Stars turn on the style for the Oscars

The fashion is as important as the films at the glittering Hollywood award ceremony.

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Saturday, March 9, 2024

The Biggest Political Gossip of the Week?

And why are some cabinet members criticising the budget?

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Friday, March 8, 2024

US condemns expulsion of aid workers from Zimbabwe

The US says the workers were legally admitted to the country to support democratic reform.

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Ex-president of Honduras found guilty of drug crimes

A New York jury found Juan Orlando Hernández guilty of conspiring to import cocaine to the US.

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Joshua v Ngannou - updates from heavyweight bout

Listen to BBC Radio 5 Live commentary and follow live text updates as Anthony Joshua faces Francis Ngannou in a heavyweight bout in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Couple tie the knot on Paddington to Swansea train

Vince Smith and Leah Anderson met on a train and have now exchanged vows on the railway too.

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Families of Gaza hostages plead for their return

"All suffering" would end "on both sides" if hostages are released, one father says.

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Why do I pay tax on my pension? And other Budget questions

BBC experts tackle questions about what the 2024 Budget means for your finances.

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Minister's claim about academic cost taxpayer £15,000

The science secretary has accepted her original comments about Professor Kate Sang were wrong.

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Watch: What would you do if you were in charge of the Budget?

People in Kent share their finance stories ahead of Wednesday's Budget. Would you share yours?

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Did the last Budget deliver growth and cheap beer?

The previous Budget was meant to help growth, investment, pubs and parents. Has it worked so far?

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Suspected bird poisonings threaten much-loved Serbian owls

The death of hundreds of birds could harm the wider ecosystem, including a population of long-eared owls.

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Monday, March 4, 2024

How gangs came to dominate Haiti

Gang leaders have seized control of large swathes of Haiti, a country without any elected officials.

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Transparency tool launched by BBC Verify

BBC Verify has introduced a new feature to show audiences how we know what we know.

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Transparency tool launched by BBC Verify

BBC Verify has introduced a new feature to show audiences how we know what we know.

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Murder investigation after girl, 10, dies

Officers say a 33-year-old woman has been arrested after the child was found dead by police.

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Sunday, March 3, 2024

Why Macron hopes abortion rights are a political winner

French president is to enshrine right to abortion in the constitution. Critics question his motives.

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'No option of life on benefits for young' - Labour

Liz Kendall is expected to say young people have a "responsibility" to take up jobs and training.

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Saturday, March 2, 2024

Off with his head! Prince William pours dodgy pint in pub trip

Prince William admits the drink will take about an hour to settle after his trip to a Wrexham pub.

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Friday, March 1, 2024

What's at stake for Biden and Trump as both visit border

Both are talking tough on immigration - an issue that could decide the presidency, writes Anthony Zurcher.

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Seven hostages killed in Gaza, Hamas says

The group blamed the deaths on Israeli bombardment and said a "number" of its fighters were also killed.

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Seven hostages killed in Gaza, Hamas says

The group blamed the deaths on Israeli bombardment and said a "number" of its fighters were also killed.

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

Irish President Michael D Higgins taken to hospital

He was taken to hospital for further tests as a precaution, according to broadcaster RTÉ.

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'No hearse' for Navalny as family prepares funeral

Alexei Navalny's team say undertakers have been warned not to provide a vehicle to carry his body.

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Curb Your Enthusiasm star Richard Lewis dies aged 76

He died peacefully in his home after suffering a heart attack, his publicist told US media.

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Apple unplugs electric car project, reports say

The firm never acknowledged the project publicly but had recruited about two thousands workers.

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Murder-accused mother 'caned' son as 'bible allowed'

Three-year-old Dwelaniyah Robinson died in hospital in November 2022.

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'Hero' binman rescues man, woman and dog from fire

The fire is believed to have started when an e-bike battery exploded while on charge.

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Boys arrested after animals killed at college

Some animals died and a barn owl is missing following the incident at a west London college campus.

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Prison inmates moved over radon gas levels

The Prison Service says "higher-than-normal" levels of the radioactive gas were found at the site.

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Top US court reviews social media free speech case

Supreme Court justices seem torn as they weigh laws which may limit tech giants' right to police posts.

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Sunday, February 25, 2024

Welsh miners in Ukraine to repay 1984 strike help

A convoy drives 2,000 miles from south Wales to Ukraine to repay a 40-year-old favour.

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Man sets himself on fire outside US Israeli embassy

An investigation into the incident under way, which happened in Washington DC.

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Man sets himself on fire outside US Israeli embassy

An investigation into the incident under way, which happened in Washington DC.

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Thousands attend Bolsonaro rally in Brazil

Brazil's former president greets supporters in Sao Paulo as an investigation continues into the 2023 storming of Congress.

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Saturday, February 24, 2024

RMT leader backs Corbyn for general election

The former Labour leader is the independent MP for Islington North after being suspended from the party.

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Four women and a girl killed in Vienna in 24 hours

The victims were killed in separate, unrelated incidents in the Austrian capital on Friday.

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Former England and QPR forward Bowles dies aged 75

Former England and Queens Park Rangers forward Stan Bowles dies aged 75.

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Friday, February 23, 2024

Special year ahead for R&B, says new 1Xtra host

The presenter is taking over from DJ Ace, who left the the station after 21 years.

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Lucky escape as passer-by spots attic fire

Firefighters spent the night tackling a large fire at a house, with the occupier escaping unharmed.

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Four people rescued from sinking fishing boat

When the lifeboat arrived, they discovered two members of the crew clinging onto a life-raft.

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Israeli report says Hamas sexual crimes 'systematic'

The Association of Rape Crisis Centers in Israel found "identical patterns" at 7 October attack sites.

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

How has Haley's tone on Trump changed?

Nikki Haley avoided mentioning her former boss during the first months of 2023 but that's changed in 2024.

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Suspected WW2 explosive device found in garden

People have been evacuated from houses on a residential road after the discovery in Devon.

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Monday, February 19, 2024

Strictly's Amy Dowden: TV work gave me something to get up for

The dancer was filming the second series of Dare to Dance when she was diagnosed with cancer.

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Huge explosions as Israel strikes southern Lebanon

Israel's military says it hit weapons depots in response to a drone launched by Hezbollah.

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Powerball: US man sues lottery after being told $340m win is error

"I know the justice system will prevail," he says - but the lottery claims to have posted his numbers in error.

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Swansea: Mum gives birth in traffic jam on way to hospital

Freya delivered her 9lbs 8oz son with no pain relief while her mum drove her to hospital.

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Sunday, February 18, 2024

Oppenheimer's Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr scoop Bafta Film Awards

Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr and Christopher Nolan all win Bafta Film Awards for Oppenheimer.

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Bristol: Two boys charged with murder of Darrian Williams

The 15-year-olds are charged with the murder of 16-year-old Darrian Williams in Bristol.

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Online campaign seeks Easter Island statue's return from British Museum

A campaign by social media users in Chile seeks the repatriation of Hoa Hakananai'a moai to the island.

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Saturday, February 17, 2024

Conjoined twins given days to live are proving everyone wrong

Marieme and Ndeye, seven, were not expected to survive for more than a few days after they were born.

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Gaza ceasefire talks not very promising, says Qatar

Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu vows to carry on the war against Hamas regardless of international pressure.

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The Masked Singer: Did Bigfoot, Cricket or Piranha win?

The final identities have been revealed as the ITV reality singing show comes to an end.

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Friday, February 16, 2024

Ukraine troops pull out of key eastern town Avdiivka

Ukraine's top commander says he has acted to avoid encirclement by Russian forces in the town of Avdiivka.

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The Papers: Putin 'must pay for Navalny' and Harry reaches out

The reported death of Putin critic Alexei Navalny and a possible royal rapprochement lead the papers.

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Sir Keir Starmer paid nearly £100,000 in taxes in 2023

The Labour leader's tax bill was lower than Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, who paid £508,308 last year.

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

Greece legalises same-sex marriage

Parliament's vote for equality in marriage and adoption was opposed by the Greek Orthodox Church.

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Christian Horner: Red Bull team boss says allegations are 'distraction'

Christian Horner says allegations against him are a "distraction" and it is "business as normal" as his Red Bull team prepare for the season ahead.

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Dune 2 stars Timothée Chalamet and Zendaya thrill fans at premiere

Screaming fans greeted the Hollywood heartthrobs at the world premiere of Dune: Part Two in London.

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Paul McCartney reunited with guitar stolen 51 years ago

The Beatle said he was "incredibly grateful" to be reunited with his bass guitar stolen in 1972.

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Several injured in shooting at Super Bowl parade in Kansas City

Two armed people are in custody following the shooting in Kansas City, Missouri.

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Scrabble romance scam: Oldham woman, 83, loses £20k to fraudster

The Oldham widow was duped by a conman posing online as a 60-year-old American millionaire.

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Soho Theatre bans comedian Paul Currie after Jewish audience members felt 'unsafe'

The theatre says Mr Currie "aggressively demanded" Jewish members leave his Saturday night show.

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NHS apologises after hospital doctor took own life

The head of medical training for NHS England says she is sorry over mistakes that were made.

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Monday, February 12, 2024

Kiptum's last BBC interview before fatal accident

The Kenyan athlete spoke to the BBC in 2023 about beating Eliud Kipchoge's marathon world record.

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Trump takes immunity challenge to Supreme Court

He is fighting a lower court ruling that he can be tried for allegedly plotting to overturn 2020 election.

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Kylie Minogue to receive Brits global icon award and will perform at ceremony

The singer will be the fifth recipient of the award that is "reserved for truly exceptional artists".

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Israel to act on soldier misconduct after BBC investigation

A BBC Verify investigation found videos showing detainees that legal experts say may breach international law.

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Sunday, February 11, 2024

Biden says Israel needs civilian safety plan in Rafah

The US President tells Israel's PM that the measure is needed before its planned offensive there.

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Can Taylor Swift win the election for Harris (Or Trump)?

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