Thursday, October 31, 2024

Drone strikes on civilians suggest new Russian tactics of fear in Ukraine

Ukrainians tell of their fear as BBC Verify analyses videos appearing to show drone strikes on civilians.

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The Budget: NHS, Wages and Farms

How are these areas impacted by the Budget?

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Wednesday, October 30, 2024

Hollywood stars grow Wrexham empire with brewery

The football club's star co-owners grow their Wrexham by buying half of the Wrexham Lager brewery.

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Tuesday, October 29, 2024

Halloween clown in reported 'medical device' attack

The victim was in costume at an event dubbed online "north Wales ultimate scare fest".

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America and... the Middle East

How could Harris or Trump affect Israel, Gaza and the wider region?

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Monday, October 28, 2024

Gaza aid fears as Israel bans UN Palestinian refugee agency

Israel passes two laws which Western governments fear could have devastating consequences for civilians in the Gaza Strip.

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Man Utd in Amorim talks as Ten Hag successor sought

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

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Sunday, October 27, 2024

Georgian PM rejects claims of election fraud

There are always "irregularities" in election counts says Irakli Kobakhidze, but he denied interfering with the results.

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Japan's ruling party loses its majority after snap election

The prime minister announced a snap election despite voter apathy and low approval ratings.

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Chaos and political drama rock Japan's snap election

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

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Saturday, October 26, 2024

Watch: Match of the Day

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

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

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

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Friday, October 25, 2024

What's next for the Menendez brothers?

A district attorney will argue for the brothers' resentencing on Friday - but freedom is still a long way off.

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Russell fastest as Bearman crashes with Albon in Mexico

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

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Thursday, October 24, 2024

Gaza ceasefire talks to resume in coming days

The US believes the death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar may open the door to an agreement.

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'We can't change our history' on UK's role in slave trade, says Starmer

The prime minister says the practice was "abhorrent" but does not commit to making reparation payments.

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Top LA prosecutor backs resentencing of Menendez brothers

The brothers were convicted of killing their parents in a case that gained worldwide attention.

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'We conceded really stupid goals' - Larne boss Lynch

Larne boss Tiernan Lynch says he is disappointed and frustrated after watching his team slip to a 4-1 defeat by Shamrock Rovers in the Uefa Conference League game at Windsor Park.

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Wednesday, October 23, 2024

How Rodgers earned 'one of his best results' in Atalanta draw

Former Celtic manager Neil Lennon says the team's gutsy goalless Champions League draw at Atalanta delivered "one of the best results of Brendan Rodgers' career".

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IDF soldiers should refuse orders that may be war crimes, Israeli ex-security adviser tells BBC

A former senior security official tells Fergal Keane that Israel might be committing war crimes in northern Gaza.

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Woman arrested following care home deaths

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

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Tuesday, October 22, 2024

McDonald's burgers linked to E. coli outbreak in the US

At least 49 people have been sickened and one person has died, according to the CDC.

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Palestinians fleeing Jabalia say bodies are left lying on streets

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

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Monday, October 21, 2024

Police officer cleared of murdering Chris Kaba

Plus, Michael Gove joins Adam in the Newscast studio.

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Sunday, October 20, 2024

Watch: Match of the Day 2

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

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Blasts heard in Lebanon as Israel vows to hit Hezbollah's financial sites

Israel earlier warned residents of 24 areas in Lebanon to leave, ahead of its overnight strikes.

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

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

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Saturday, October 19, 2024

Do Arsenal have a red card problem - and could it cost them the title?

Just eight games into the Premier League season and Arsenal have already had three players sent off - but just how costly could it be?

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Trump says China respects him because Xi knows he is 'crazy'

Speaking to a newspaper editorial board, Trump said he would impose tariffs on China if it sought to blockade Taiwan.

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Friday, October 18, 2024

Italy faces big setback over migrant camps in Albania

A court in Rome rules that the first 12 migrants sent to Albania should be brought back to Italy.

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Cuba suffers nationwide blackout after main power plant fails

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

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Thursday, October 17, 2024

How Israel found and killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar

Israel had hunted the architect of the 7 October atrocities for more than a year. A chance encounter in Rafah got him.

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How Israel found and killed Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar

Israel had hunted the architect of the 7 October atrocities for more than a year. A chance encounter in Rafah got him.

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Inheritance tax increases expected in Budget

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

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Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Italy bans couples from travelling abroad for surrogacy

The move is seen by critics to target LGBT couples, who are not allowed to adopt or use IVF in the country.

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Gazans describe fresh horror in north as Israel renews offensive

Israel has told 400,000 people to evacuate the area, but many are too exhausted and fearful to leave.

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Mayor and 15 others killed in Israeli strike on Lebanon council meeting

Sixteen people are dead following air strikes on municipal buildings in the city of Nabatieh.

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Tuesday, October 15, 2024

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

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

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Weight Loss Jabs for Jobs?

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

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Monday, October 14, 2024

Why the US is giving Israel a powerful Thaad anti-missile system

The move has been the focus of attention as it involves putting American boots on the ground in Israel.

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

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

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Sunday, October 13, 2024

De Decker stuns Humphries to win World Grand Prix

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

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Watch: Why is the latest SpaceX rocket test a big deal?

The BBC's Pallab Ghosh explores why this world first test is a big deal for space exploration.

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

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

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Saturday, October 12, 2024

Whittaker fight ends in draw after boxers fall over ropes

Ben Whittaker's fight with Liam Cameron ends in bizarre circumstances after both fighters fall over the ropes and out of the ring.

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Man abused by girlfriend banned from using toilet

Gareth rushed to a supermarket or local pub because he was not allowed to use the toilet at home.

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Friday, October 11, 2024

Tesla shares slide after Cybercab robotaxi revealed

Elon Musk revealed a prototype of the long-awaited robotaxi at a Hollywood film studio - but investors aren't wowed.

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US urges Israel to stop shooting at UN peacekeepers in Lebanon

Israel has acknowledged that shots fired by its military injured two UN troops in southern Lebanon on Friday.

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Thursday, October 10, 2024

Striking photos show the extent of Milton's devastation

Hurricane Milton lashed Florida and Cuba on Wednesday and Thursday, with storm surges, flooding and tornadoes causing serious damage.

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Alleged Iranian spy asked MI6 to be double agent, court hears, as messages revealed

Daniel Khalife twice tried to contact MI6 and offered to be a double agent, a court hears.

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Wednesday, October 9, 2024

Former Sheff Utd defender Baldock dies aged 31

Former Sheffield United defender George Baldock is found dead in a swimming pool at his house in southern Athens.

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Robert Jenrick vs Kemi Badenoch

The final two Conservative leadership candidates.

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Tuesday, October 8, 2024

Madeleine McCann suspect cleared of rape charges in separate trial

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

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Monday, October 7, 2024

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

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

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Spacecraft launches towards knocked-off-course asteroid

The mission aims to re-visit the asteroid Nasa diverted when it crashed a probe into it.

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

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

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Sunday, October 6, 2024

'Bags of sweets amid rubble of flattened Beirut building'

The BBC's Hugo Bachega reports from the scene of an overnight Israeli strike in Lebanon.

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One dead after explosion near Karachi airport in Pakistan

The blast happened close to Jinnah International Airport on Sunday night.

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Saturday, October 5, 2024

Watch: Moment huge explosion shakes Beirut

Watch: Moment huge explosion shakes Beirut

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

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

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Setback for black student suspended over dreadlocks

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

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Friday, October 4, 2024

Married at First Sight counselling 'nothing like the real thing'

To what extent is the advice given on MAFS similar to the therapy that happens in a real counselling room?

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Train track left hanging in the air after Bosnia landslides

At least 19 people have died after flash floods and landslides in central Bosnia-Herzegovina.

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

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

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NHS bosses want chippy to sell fruit and veg

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

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Thursday, October 3, 2024

How India became a Test cricket powerhouse

More than 90 years after its first Test match, India boasts more victories in the format than losses.

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Helene is deadliest mainland US hurricane since Katrina

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

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Helene is deadliest mainland US hurricane since Katrina

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

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Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Four Tory leadership hopefuls take the stage

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

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Blast from unexploded US bomb grounds flights at Japanese airport

The bomb is thought to have been dropped during World War Two to halt "kamikaze" missions.

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'He's got the moves' - King tries Samoan dance

The King and Queen met guests representing the Commonwealth at a St James's Palace reception.

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Tuesday, October 1, 2024

'Love in the air' - 100 weddings in a day at one venue

Couples paid £100 to tie the knot at Old Marylebone Town Hall, which celebrates its 100th birthday.

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Video shows missiles fired towards Tel Aviv

A statement on Iranian state TV confirmed "dozens" of missiles have been launched towards Israel.

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A quick guide to JD Vance

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

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Israel confirms it killed Hamas leader Haniyeh in Tehran in July

Ismail Haniyeh was Hamas's most prominent leader until his death in July. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wRnvGdP