Wednesday, 31 October 2018

News Daily: Organised crime threat 'greater than terror', and cannabis on prescription

Your morning briefing for 1 November 2018.

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Scientists count whales from space

UK scientists demonstrate the practicality of identifying and counting whales from orbit.

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Lion Air crash: Black box retrieved from missing plane

The flight recorder will give vital clues about what caused the Lion Air plane to fall from the sky.

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Removing items in ears and noses 'costs NHS £3m a year'

Children are behind the vast majority of cases presented at hospitals in England, research finds.

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Trump: Third of Americans see media as 'enemy of the people'

The US president says he has "forcefully condemned hatred and bigotry" but this goes unreported.

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Serious crime costs UK £37bn a year - National Crime Agency

The government says it will invest billions to tackle crimes like people trafficking and drug dealing.

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Forget deserving issues and focus on basics, police told

Senior officer says forces are too over-stretched to deal with "deserving" issues.

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North Korea: Sexual violence against women 'common', report finds

A Human Rights Watch report has called for the secretive state to acknowledge the problem of sexual violence.

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Pound up over reports of EU financial services deal

The agreement may give UK firms continued access to the European Union's finance market after Brexit.

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More than 200 UK shopping centres 'in crisis'

More than 200 centres are at risk of falling into administration, experts warn.

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Peterborough photographer capture UK's 'quirky' street life

An amateur photographer spends eight years seeking out "colourful characters" for a book.

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Edinburgh and Aberdeen ranked in 'UK's top cities'

The Scottish cities are among the top 10 places to live and work in the UK, according to a report

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Robot backpack: How this Fusion bot aids collaboration

The Fusion bot shares and teaches skills by transferring body motions from one person to another.

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Indian Relay rallies Canada's First Nation communities

As if horse racing was not dangerous enough, these Canadian Indian riders also have no saddles.

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Reality Check: How healthy is your commute?

As the World Health Organization holds its first conference on global air pollution and health, Reality Check investigates commuting options.

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On board the new Jerusalem-Tel Aviv fast train

The long-awaited high-speed train link brings relief to commuters, but angers some Palestinians.

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Stranger Danger: Still the right message for children?

A new educational message designed to keep children safe from abduction is being piloted in the UK.

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Rise Up: Stormzy on his new book and 'groundbreaking' new music

The MC discusses his new book Rise Up, published on his #Merky imprint, and "groundbreaking" new music.

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Is the Arctic set to become a main shipping route?

Melting Arctic sea ice may be about to open up the Northwest Passage to cargo shipping.

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Killing Eve: How the hit BBC show's killer soundtrack was made

Killing Eve has been a huge hit on BBC One - but who came up with the show's memorable music?

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How antibiotic resistance could take us back to the 'dark ages'

There are major concerns that the overuse of the drugs might lead to them becoming ineffective.

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Education spending now 'skewed' to poor following 'remarkable shift'

There has been a "remarkable shift" in education funding to benefit the poor, research suggests.

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Ed Sheeran and Dua Lipa help British music to record year

Ed Sheeran, Harry Styles and Dua Lipa helped propel British music revenue to a record high in 2017.

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Mental health 'calls for flexible sick pay'

A charity says that workers should be able to take part-time sick leave to avoid severe financial hardship.

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Climate change: Oceans 'soaking up more heat than estimated'

It means the Earth is more sensitive to fossil fuel emissions than previously thought, a study says.

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Medical cannabis products available on prescription

The treatments can only be prescribed by specialist doctors and will not be available through GPs.

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'Don't be taken in by anti-vaccine myths on social media'

Parents should ignore the myths and get their children vaccinated, the chief medical officer says.

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US attacks UK plan for digital services tax on tech giants

Plans to impose a new tax on tech giants risk US retaliation and could hurt trade relations.

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Ryanair passengers brace for new bag rules

Airline's second change to luggage regulations this year comes into effect on Thursday.

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Retailer Anthropolgie 'deeply regrets' copying designs

Anthropologie apologises for mass-producing artist Tara Burke's work without her permission.

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UK aid for wealthier overseas territories after rule change

The move comes after the government was unable to direct aid to hurricane-hit islands in 2017.

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The Papers: Police chief plea and airport drink crackdown

A chief constable's call for over-stretched police forces to "get back to basics" makes the front page of several papers.

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Waco cult: How David Koresh persuaded 30 Britons to join

In 1993, a compound in Texas became a horrific fireball, killing members of a cult, including 24 Britons.

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Halloween in pictures: Fun and frights from the night

Our treat of a picture gallery shows you the tricks on offer for the annual spooky event.

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Mobile phone shop staff 'enabling Sim swap scams'

Fraudsters are using lax ID checks at phone shops to commit identity theft, a BBC investigation finds.

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Can football clubs help stop prisoners reoffending?

Can pairing up every professional club with a local prison help cut reoffending rates?

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Royole's bendy-screen FlexPai phone unveiled in China

The FlexPai phone offers a tablet-sized screen when open or three separate displays when folded up.

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Israeli 'Freedom is basic' niqab advert criticised

Critics vent anger at an advert showing an Israeli model removing a niqab with the slogan "freedom is basic".

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What America's 'Blexit' gets wrong about history

The campaign blaming Democrats for slavery and the KKK ignores key facts about the past and present.

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Waitrose Food: Freelancer says vegans are not snowflakes

The journalist at the centre of the Waitrose Food row says vegans just want to live in a "moral" way.

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Parkinson's disease 'may' start in gut

The brain disease may actually start in the depths of the digestive system, US scientists say.

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Spinal implant helps three paralysed men walk again

The electrical device can also help damaged nerves grow again, offering hope of independent movement.

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Asia Bibi: Imran Khan attacks hardliners over court case

Pakistan's PM speaks out in defence of a court ruling in a case that has drawn widespread anger.

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Indoor Pets: The band selling tea towels to get back on tour

After having "all their gear stolen" in Manchester, the Kent four-piece started a campaign to replace it.

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Eleven teachers sent home after refusing to teach 'unruly pupils'

Eleven staff at a school in Edinburgh are sent home without pay after claiming their safety is at risk.

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Police 'save the day' after bringing riot van to six-year-old's party

After a friend asked for help, officers turned up and allowed children to play inside the riot van.

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Barcelona port: Fire as ferry crashes into crane

Dock workers flee as a passenger ferry crashes into a crane in Barcelona, causing crates to catch fire.

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Failed asylum seeker's daughter 'at FGM risk', High Court hears

The woman, who has links to Bahrain and Sudan, fears she will end up being trafficked, a court hears.

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Kepler: Nasa's telescope that found new worlds has been retired

Nasa's Kepler telescope, which has been looking for inhabitable worlds, has run out of fuel and will look no more.

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Brexit: Dominic Raab 'expects deal by 21 November'

Brexit Secretary tells MPs the "end is firmly in sight" with agreement on Northern Ireland "not far" off.

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Leicester City helicopter crash: Son hails 'extraordinary father'

Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha says he will carry on the "big vision and dreams" of his father.

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Lion Air crash: Indonesian search homes in on black box

Officials believe they have identified a signal from the submerged Lion Air plane's data recorder.

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Khashoggi murder: Turkey gives official details of Saudi writer's death

The journalist was choked as soon as he entered the consulate, says Turkey's first official account.

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Essex village used in 'appalling' Trump candidate ad

Jaywick Sands in Essex features in an advert for Republican congressional candidate Dr Nick Stella.

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Maghaberry primary school principal says parents donating toilet roll

NI principal criticises politicians for "pathetic games" as MPs hear about school budget cuts.

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French babies born with missing limbs prompt inquiry

New cases of babies born without arms or hands prompts France to open a national inquiry.

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Channel 4 chooses Leeds for new HQ

The broadcaster is moving almost 40% of its staff out of the capital.

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Blenheim Palace dredging project reveals hidden rooms

The draining of lakes at Blenheim Palace reveals a series of hidden rooms.

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Prime Minister's Questions: The key bits and the verdict

Theresa May clashed with Jeremy Corbyn over the Budget - here are the key bits.

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Leicester City helicopter crash: 'Operating normally' on take-off

An aviation expert says new footage shows the helicopter performing well until it clears the stadium.

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Apple Watches owners asked to return devices for repair after update glitch

Apple has withdrawn a software update after complaints that it "bricked" some owners' smartwatches.

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Waitrose Food: Editor William Sitwell resigns over 'killing vegans' row

William Sitwell steps down after responding to a freelancer by proposing a series on "killing vegans".

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Met Police to launch range of merchandise

Scotland Yard hopes the merchandise will help improve the Met's image and raise income

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CCTV captures Horsham armed robber's attack on PC

Footage shows PC Ellie Young being dragged from her patrol car by an armed robber.

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Harry and Meghan: Duchess hugs 'Hannah from Instagram'

Hannah Sergel waited 20 hours to meet the Duchess, who supported her through mental health struggles.

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Worcester house fire victim was GB swimmer Tazmin Pugh

Tazmin Pugh, who represented England and Great Britain, was found dead with her partner Josh Kirk.

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Halloween 2018: Meet the UK's real-life witches

Two members of a coven talk us through a girls' night in with a difference.

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Facebook: MPs in new attempt to question Mark Zuckerberg

British and Canadian politicians request Facebook boss appear before joint data privacy hearing.

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Wales great Jenkins to retire on Sunday

Wales' most capped player Gethin Jenkins will play his final game of rugby on Sunday for Cardiff Blues before retiring.

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Viola Davis explains why there's a long way to go to eliminate racism

Oscar winner Viola Davis reveals how she has stayed grounded in Hollywood and why there still aren't enough black actors on screen.

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Sri Lanka v England: Ben Stokes retires hurt in warm-up match

All-rounder Ben Stokes retires hurt on day two of England's warm-up match in Colombo after being struck on the left arm.

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Doddie Weir continues making memories amid battle with MND

As Wales and Scotland prepare to contest a cup named in his honour, Doddie Weir talks about his fight with Motor Neurone Disease and making every moment count.

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Car and house insurance faces FCA probe

The City regulator has warns customers face "significant harm" from the prices charged by some firms.

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CCTV issued over ambulance break-in in Birmingham

Paramedics' belongings were stolen when a man smashed the vehicle's window and climbed inside.

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Nato holds biggest military exercise since Cold War

Trident Juncture is the biggest exercise of its kind since the Cold War.

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Tuesday, 30 October 2018

Yemen conflict: Mattis and Pompeo urge swift ceasefire

US Defence Secretary Jim Mattis and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo urge all sides to hold talks soon.

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Lewis Hamilton on 2018 F1 world title: 'Let's dance. I know how to get by you'

Following his fifth F1 world win Lewis Hamilton talks about his growth as a person, his spirituality and the stand-out moments in 2018.

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News Daily: Osborne 'regrets' Brexit vote mistakes and NHS violence clampdown

Your morning briefing for 31 October 2018.

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Maori ceremony for duke and duchess as royal tour ends

Harry and Meghan's 16-day tour ends with visit to kiwi hatchery and tree walk in New Zealand.

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Asia Bibi: Court acquits Christian woman on death row

Asia Bibi was sentenced to death in 2010 after being accused of insulting the Prophet Muhammad.

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Vatican embassy: Human remains found at Rome property

The human remains could help solve the disappearance of a teenage girl in 1983, Italian media report.

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Rural areas 'least socially mobile'

MPs say rural and coastal communities are held back by the "false perception of affluence".

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George Osborne 'regrets' mistakes that led to Brexit vote

Former chancellor says Tories were "wrong" over immigration policy - which helped lose the EU referendum.

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Brazil: Bolsonaro plans threaten Amazon, say experts

Brazil's far-right president-elect will merge the ministries of agriculture and the environment.

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The black history you might not learn at school

As Black History Month draws to a close, BBC News celebrates four lesser-known historical figures.

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What do American voters care about?

It's just under a week until the US goes to the polls to pick its new Congress. So what are the burning issues?

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From Syria to Cambridge University

Studying with a mobile phone instead of textbooks in Syria, Abdullah Kattineh got into Cambridge.

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Meeting my long-lost Jamaican family

Keith from Lichfield thought he was an only child for his entire life, that is until a few months ago when he discovered that he is in fact, one of 10 siblings.

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Bitcoin: The first ten years

Bitcoin was born ten years ago. What has it brought the world?

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The men having penis fillers to boost their self-esteem

Penis fillers, designed to increase the organ's girth, have gained in popularity, cosmetic surgery groups say.

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DIY Generation: How to be your own boss aged 25

Young entrepreneurs give advice on how to get started in business.

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What should I do with my broken kettle?

Our household appliances could have much longer lives if they were designed to be easily repaired.

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Dutch language besieged by English at the unis

So extensive is the spread of English, a group of lecturers warns of a looming "linguicide".

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Clampdown on violence against NHS staff

Health Secretary Matt Hancock says he will introduce new measures to help protect NHS staff.

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Being too fat or too thin 'can cost four years of life'

Study reveals people who are both over and underweight could live shorter lives than those with a healthy BMI.

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University stops making unconditional offers

Unconditional offers are being halted at one university to preserve its entry standards.

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Can artificial intelligence help stop religious violence?

Oxford University researchers have created a simulation designed to help prevent religious conflict.

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Suzy Lamplugh: Sutton Coldfield search enters day three

Police have been interested in an area to the rear of a semi-detached home in north Birmingham.

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Sellafield 'hit by delays and £900m overspend'

Most major projects are still significantly behind schedule, the Public Accounts Committee says.

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Stephen Hawking wheelchair and thesis auction opens

Items in the online auction include signed works, an early wheelchair and a Simpsons script.

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The Papers: Brexit impact and 'Suzy cop's blunders'

Brexit continues to attract headlines with front page stories focusing on the economy and the rush for Irish passports.

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Boys arrested after toddler hurt in Leigh van chase

Leo Durrington, 3, is critically ill after being struck by a van which was being followed by police.

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Pittsburgh shooting: Trump visits synagogue amid protests

Hundreds of demonstrators accused the US president of fomenting intolerance and hate.

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Harry greet NZ audience in six Pacific languages

He was attending an event with Auckland's local Pasifika community, hosted by New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern.

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Father of 'Jihadi Jack' asks Canada to help bring son home

John Letts is urging Canada to bring home his son and other Canadians detained in Kurdish-held Syria.

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Grandparents teach teens about the days racism was 'normal'

Teenagers have been learning from family members about the days when racism was "normal".

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The Great British Bake Off: 2018 winner revealed

After 10 weeks of biscuits, breads, cakes and pastries, one contestant emerges from the tent triumphant.

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Does screen time really affect medical students' surgery skills?

Surgeons respond after a professor claimed medical students are losing the dexterity to stitch up patients.

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Leicester City helicopter crash: Jamie and Rebekah Vardy visit memorial

The pair left a floral tribute after the club's owner and four others died in a helicopter crash.

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Woman dies after being burnt at chip shop in Carmarthenshire

The 69-year-old suffered severe burns last Tuesday after the incident at a chip shop in Hermon.

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What's disgusting? What's a delicacy? Food museum takes on the challenge

Maggot cheese, bull penis, French cheese - food museum challenges what you think of as 'disgusting'.

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Duchess of Cambridge: 'Hugs are very important'

"Hugs are very important. I keep saying that to my children," the Duchess of Cambridge says.

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Trump’s birthright plan: Some truths

The president wants to end the right of people born in the US to be citizens but he's wrong about a few things.

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Budget 2018: Do the poor benefit the most from the Budget?

Much of the debate following the Budget on Monday has been about who benefits most.

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Employers to check EU migrants' status after no-deal Brexit - minister

Employers may face new burden - and app for EU citizens still doesn't work on Apple phones, minister says.

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Yosemite fall: Victims identified as married bloggers from India

The couple who fell to their deaths had blogged about their love for travel and each other.

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Gangster James ‘Whitey’ Bulger killed in jail - US media

James ‘Whitey’ Bulger, Boston gangster whose life of crime sparked several films, killed in jail aged 89 – US media

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Nina Nesbitt on why women in the world of pop are being nicer to each other

Why Nina Nesbitt's moves are en pointe.

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What makes a great, Halloween-appropriate, scary film?

According to Radio 1 and 1Xtra film critic Ali Plumb, there are three key factors to a great scary film.

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GBBO: Terry 'overwhelmed' by support following wife's death

The Bake Off contestant revealed his wife had passed away, after he exited the Channel 4 show.

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Android's under-5s apps have 'unfair and deceptive' ads

Campaign groups and university researchers raise concerns about the ads found in Android apps.

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Sports Direct to shut Evans Cycles stores in rescue deal

Billionaire Mike Ashley is to make the closures as part of a deal to buy the struggling cycle chain.

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Little Mix dragged into Cardi B v Nicki Minaj feud

Cardi B claims she was asked to feature on Woman Like Me before Nicki Minaj.

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Pittsburgh shooting: First of 11 funerals held for victims

The president and first lady will arrive in the city later amid some controversy over their visit.

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Porn-loving US official spreads malware to government network

The employee at the US Geological Survey had an "extensive history" of visiting adult websites.

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Irish passport refusals for British applicants skyrocket

About 15,000 fewer passports were issued to British residents than applications made last year.

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NHS funding: Is the boost worth £84bn or £20bn?

Both figures refer to the same thing, but they are based on different calculations.

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Dylan Tiffin-Brown: Raphael Kennedy jailed for murder

Dylan Tiffin-Brown would have been "bewildered and terrified" as his dad rained blows on him, a judge says.

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Charles Lawson: 'Exhausted' actor had mini-stroke on stage

Charles Lawson, best known as Coronation Street's Jim McDonald, had a mini-stroke mid-show.

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Reality Check: Brexit - What is the Norway model?

The UK Prime Minister is in Norway and Brexit is bound to come up.

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Budget a bit of a gamble, says think tank

Institute for Fiscal Studies warns that the chancellor has promised spending based on changeable forecasts.

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Pharrell orders Donald Trump to stop playing his music

"No permission was granted" to play the song at a rally held hours after a mass shooting, his lawyer says.

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Venice under water as Italy hit by fierce wind and heavy rain

Images of Venice under flood waters as at least eight people are confirmed killed by the storms across Italy.

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Russell Bishop trial: Girl's father accused of killings

Police hunting a killer spent "32 years building a case against the wrong man", jurors hear.

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RMT union 'appalled' by human waste train plan

ScotRail admits that only one of a new fleet of high-speed trains currently has a tank to collect human waste.

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Global hunger for soybeans 'destroying Brazil's Cerrado savanna'

Brazil's highly biodiverse Cerrado is being destroyed for soybean production, conservationists say.

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Mass loss of wildlife caused by human consumption, WWF says

"Exploding consumption" has wiped out 60% of wildlife since 1970, conservationists say.

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Wagamama sold to Frankie & Benny's owner

The Asian-themed restaurant chain is being bought in a deal which values the business at £559m.

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The people embracing their disabilities for Halloween

For some with physical disabilities Halloween is proving an opportunity to embrace their bodies and celebrate difference.

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Anger over chancellor's £400m 'little extras' for schools

The chancellor's choice of language in particular drew criticism from parents and teachers.

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Adele named richest UK celebrity aged 30 or under

Ed Sheeran, Emma Watson, John Boyega and Harry Styles all feature on Heat magazine's 2018 rich list.

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Cerebral palsy superhero creator: I decided representation matters

Farida Bedwei wanted a comic book character that represented people like her - so she created one.

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Football 'worth £1.25bn' to Scottish society

A study commissioned by Uefa says the game boosts the economy, cuts crime and promotes health.

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Who is George Soros?

The billionaire financier and philanthropist was targeted in a US mail-bombing campaign.

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Monday, 29 October 2018

News Daily: 'Austerity ending' Budget under scrutiny and Briton bailed in UAE

Your morning briefing for 30 October 2018.

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Meghan shows off welly-wanging skills in New Zealand

The Duchess of Sussex took part in the game as the royal couple's Australasian tour reached New Zealand.

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Lion Air crash: Sonar and drones used in Indonesian search

Lion Air flight JT 610, carrying 189 people, plunged into the Java Sea shortly after taking off.

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German ex-nurse Niels Hoegel on trial over 100 deaths

Niels Hoegel administered fatal doses of medication at two northern hospitals, prosecutors say.

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Budget 2018: MPs debate 'end of austerity' claim

Labour says spending cuts are continuing and accuses the government of a "broken promise".

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Excluded children at risk of knife crime - Barnardo's

Pupils taken out of education could also be at risk of being groomed, says the charity Barnardo's.

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Suzy Lamplugh: Police search Sutton Coldfield property

A property in the West Midlands is being searched in connection with the estate agent's murder in 1986.

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Britain's hidden heroines - the WRVS

The Royal Voluntary Service celebrates its 80th anniversary this year, here are a selection of images from a new photo exhibition in London.

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Halloween: How did we fall in love with pumpkins?

The idea of carving pumpkins comes from the United States - or does it?

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Meghan on tour: Tips for travelling when you're pregnant

Advice from two mums as the pregnant Duchess of Sussex completes her first overseas tour with the duke.

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Linda Liukas, Hello Ruby and the magic of coding

Linda Liukas wants to show children that writing code for computers can be magical.

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Why did the council 'house' me in a tent?

Theo had just turned 17 when he became homeless. He turned to the council for help - but was given only a one-man tent.

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Grenfell Tower: The fires that foretold the tragedy

The five fires over five decades that could have saved the lives of the residents of Grenfell Tower.

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Stacey Abrams: The Deep South woman vying to make history

Georgia’s battle for the governor’s mansion reflects changing US demographics - and the women behind it.

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'I never knew men could get breast cancer'

Moses Musonga, a 67-year-old Kenyan, got a shock when he was diagnosed with the disease.

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As a Pittsburgh Jewish community reeled, its teenagers mobilised

Teenagers who live in the Pittsburgh community reeling from a synagogue attack reflect and demand change.

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The mega-dam being crowdfunded by Pakistan's top judge

Pakistan is hoping to collect about $17bn to build the controversial Diamer Bhasha dam.

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Can we predict when and where a crime will take place?

Predictive policing using data analytics is gaining acceptance among police forces, but at what cost?

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'Pole dancing helped me find body confidence'

Vanessa Martin says pole dancing and finding "other fat women online" helped her gain body confidence.

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Carey Mulligan says film and TV sets are still 'limiting' for mums

The film star says she has "never, ever been on a set where they have childcare".

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Surgery students 'losing dexterity to stitch patients'

A surgery professor expresses fears over the consequences of a generation more adept at using screens.

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Chocolate: Origins of delicacy pushed back in time

The delights of chocolate were first discovered in the Amazon rainforest about 5,000 years ago.

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Uber appeals against drivers' rights to pay and holiday

The taxi-hailing app appeals against a ruling its drivers should be treated as workers, not self employed.

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Unpublished medical research 'a threat to public health'

Medical decisions are being made without the results of key clinical trials, according to a group of MPs.

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Pregnancy gap should be at least a year - researchers

A study says 12-to-18 months is the ideal interval between giving birth and becoming pregnant again.

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The Papers: 'Tricks and treats' in pre-Brexit Budget

Philip Hammond's last Budget before Brexit dominates Tuesday's newspaper front pages.

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Bulgaria smashes 'fake passport scam'

Officials allegedly sold thousands of people fraudulent documents - and the right to work in the EU.

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Matthew Hedges: Academic on UAE spying charge bailed

Durham University PhD student Matthew Hedges is accused of spying while on a research trip.

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US sending 5,200 troops to border with Mexico

The president has called the migrant caravan approaching the US an "invasion".

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'Killing vegans' response from Waitrose magazine editor

Waitrose Food's editor doesn't mince his words in rejecting an idea aimed at vegan readers.

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Lion Air crash: Jakarta Boeing 737 'had prior instrument error'

A pilot's log for the jet that crashed in Indonesia suggests an instrument problem on a previous flight.

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Jo Whiley: Radio 2 backlash made it hard to walk out of my front door

The DJ speaks for the first time about the reaction to her Radio 2 show with Simon Mayo.

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Canadian mother reunited with kidnapped son after 31 years

Jermaine Allan Mann was allegedly abducted by his father as a toddler and was found living in the US.

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Pittsburgh shooting: White House says Trump not to blame

The White House says it is "outrageous" to suggest Mr Trump was responsible for a synagogue attack.

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Jamal Khashoggi's fiancee on writer's death in Saudi consulate

Hatice Cengiz was set to marry the Saudi writer before he was killed in the Saudi consulate in Istanbul.

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Angela Merkel: A career in pictures

As the German chancellor announces she is stepping down, take a look back at the photos documenting her career.

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How are young people affected?

It includes announcements on wages, mental health and universal credit. Here's what it means to you.

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Will you be richer or poorer?

Use our Budget calculator to find out how your pocket may be affected by the Chancellor's latest measures.

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Toilet humour from Hammond

"This is virtually the only announcement in this Budget that hasn't leaked," the chancellor jokes.

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Budget 2018: Toilet humour lines from Philip Hammond

Philip Hammond has MPs groaning with a series of toilet jokes, ending with the line that he had one announcement that had not leaked.

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What Budget means for you

Workers will take home more of their pay than many would have expected - one of numerous measures that affect your finances.

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Gay teen beaten on Bristol bus in hate crime

Kydis Zellinger was repeatedly punched in the face by a man shouting homophobic slurs.

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Budget 2018: Tech giants face digital services tax

Chancellor Philip Hammond plans to tax the sales that digital giants generate in the UK.

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Budget 2018: Philip Hammond hails better borrowing figures

Borrowing is expected to keep falling over the next five years, the chancellor said.

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MoD gets extra £1bn

Anti-submarine warfare among the "critical assets" that will get more money from the chancellor.

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Schools to get £400m 'extra kit' boost

Head teachers say the payments "hardly scratch the surface" of what is needed to ease funding pressures.

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Summary of Budget 2018: Key points at-a-glance

Chancellor Philip Hammond is delivering his Autumn 2018 Budget, the last before Brexit.

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Fracking in Lancashire: 1.1 magnitude tremor halts work

After the largest tremor to hit the site, Cuadrilla said it would halt work for 18 hours.

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Malaria: Sniffer dogs to help in fight to eradicate disease

The animals recognise tell-tale aromas using clothes from people infected with the disease.

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Pumpkin boat paddled down River Ouse in York

Tom Pearcy has claimed the world record for the largest pumpkin boat.

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Pittsburgh shooting: Gab drops offline after attack

PayPal and others pulled support for Gab's "free speech" service after a gun attack on a synagogue.

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'Woman blows herself up' in Tunis

An explosion rocks the centre of the Tunisian capital, Tunis - reports say a woman has blown herself up.

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Seven guilty of Rotherham child sexual abuse charges

The men, all from South Yorkshire, were convicted of offences including rape and indecent assault

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Budget 2018: Everything you need to know

When is the Budget, what is it, and why does it matter? Your guide to the chancellor's big day.

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'Hidden homeless' sleeping on London buses

Some bus routes are used as a refuge for London's homeless. What's being done to help them?

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'Controlling bully' gets 23 years for Haringey wife murder

Kema Salum stabbed his wife 49 times in front of her young son at their north London home.

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New BBC Sounds app aims to woo younger listeners

BBC Sounds replaces the iPlayer Radio app, which was only used by 3% of under-35s.

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Leicester City helicopter crash: Owner's wife and son visit stadium

Owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha was among five people who died in the crash near the club's ground.

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Angela Merkel to step down as German chancellor in 2021

Germany's Angela Merkel says she will step down as chancellor in 2021, following election setbacks.

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Lion Air: How could a brand new plane crash?

The Lion Air plane which crashed on take-off from Jakarta had only been in service for a few weeks.

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The Simpsons producer responds to claims Apu is leaving

Apu has become controversial recently, with some people arguing that he is an Indian stereotype.

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Moors Murders: Pauline Reade's remains reburied

Some of Pauline Reade's remains were stored by police for 30 years without her family's knowledge.

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Demi Lovato's mother says star is 90 days sober

The star's mother Dianna De La Garza told radio station Sirius XM that she "couldn't be more proud".

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Royal tour: Harry and Meghan's overseas trip so far

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been given a royal welcome in New Zealand, Tonga, Fiji and Australia.

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Newtownards: Group dressed as KKK members is 'hate incident'

A report of a group dressed as Ku Klux Klan members in Newtownards is widely condemned.

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The celebrity costumes winning this Halloween

With the Halloween spirit in full swing we take a look at some of this year's celebrity costumes.

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Merkel 'to abandon key party role'

Germany's Angela Merkel tells her CDU party's leaders she will not run for re-election as chairwoman - sources.

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Special 50p coin expected to mark Brexit

The chancellor is set to announce the commemorative coin during his Budget speech in the Commons.

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Laura Kenny wins omnium gold at track World Cup in Canada

Britain's Olympic champion Laura Kenny wins omnium gold at the UCI Track World Cup in Milton, Canada.

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Sunday, 28 October 2018

News Daily: Leicester City helicopter crash and Budget day

Your morning briefing for 29 October 2018.

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Are hydrogen trains the future of UK travel?

Trains that emit pure water could be in the UK by the "early 2020s", according to the government.

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Sulky word wins Scrabble championship

Nigel Richards earned 68 points for "groutier" - which means cross, sulky or sullen.

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Birmingham mum 'scarred physically and mentally by carjacking'

Clare O'Neill tells how carjackers drove off in her Audi with her four-week-old baby still inside.

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Lion Air crash: Indonesian Aircraft goes down after Jakarta take-off

The Lion Air passenger plane disappeared over the sea after taking off from the Indonesian capital.

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Potholes: Why do we have so many of them?

The chancellor says councils in England will get an extra £420m in his Budget to fix potholes.

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‘The SOS in my Halloween decorations’

A Chinese dissident smuggled a letter into decorations he was forced to make. Years later, a woman in the US discovered it.

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How many people sleep rough in England and how are they counted?

The Budget is expected to raise money to tackle rough sleeping. But how big a problem is it?

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Five things to know for the week ahead

Your Monday briefing on some of the most important stories coming up over the next seven days.

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INF treaty: Do we really need nuclear treaties?

With the US pulling out of a key treaty with Russia, should we be worried about nuclear war?

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Dad creates VR project to help daughter

Craig Chaytor's 360° videos were inspired by his daughter's learning difficulties.

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Nile Rodgers: 'My music makes people feel good'

Nile Rodgers, the king of 1970s disco, says the key to his success is his music makes people feel good.

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In pictures: Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2018

Some of the winning images from the Royal Observatory Greenwich's annual competition.

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Women over 34 are being refused IVF treatment

Around 80% of areas in England are not offering IVF to women up until the age of 42, as recommended.

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More UK students seek mental health support, BBC analysis finds

National Union of Students says university fees and a competitive job market behind the rise.

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Germany election: Further blow for Merkel in Hesse

The main parties in Chancellor Angela Merkel's coalition lose votes in a regional election in Hesse.

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Sara Cox to present Radio 2 Drivetime show

The host takes over the slot from Simon Mayo and Jo Whiley, after Mayo revealed his departure.

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Philip Hammond prepares last Budget before Brexit

It's the last Budget before Brexit - and could all change if the UK and the EU don't reach a deal.

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Halloween: How to navigate the crazy world of fancy dress

As outcries over controversial fancy dress become more common, what other costumes are off-limits?

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The Papers: Hero Leicester City pilot 'saved hundreds'

Newspapers praise Eric Swaffer, who steered the club chairman's helicopter away from crowds.

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Seann Walsh eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing

The comedian was voted off after a dance-off with ex-cricketer Graeme Swann and Oti Mabuse.

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Pittsburgh shooting: Survivors relive synagogue ordeal

Worshippers hid in storage rooms as a gunman killed 11 of the Jewish congregation in Pittsburgh.

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Jair Bolsonaro beyond the sound bites: What are his policies?

A closer look at the policies the winner of Brazil's presidential election says he wants to pursue.

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Jair Bolsonaro: Far-right candidate 'to win Brazil poll'

The controversial candidate is heading for a big victory in the presidential election, exit polls say.

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Seann Walsh and Katya Jones voted off Strictly after kiss controversy

The comedian was pictured kissing his dance partner, Katya Jones, outside a pub three weeks ago.

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Leicester City confirm chairman's death

Leicester City confirm that chairman, Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha, was one of five people to die in helicopter crash

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Lewis Hamilton equals Juan Manuel Fangio with fifth F1 title

Lewis Hamilton wins his fifth F1 world championship, making him the joint second most successful driver of all time.

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Garvagh shooting: Girl offers gunmen piggy bank to save dad

Gang shoot father and threaten to shoot his teenage daughter in a "sickeningly vicious" attack.

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Walking Dead: Police find weapon like Negan's 'Lucille' in car

Police found the barbed wire covered baseball bat in a car that had earlier failed to stop for officers.

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Pittsburgh shooting: Who are the victims?

The gunman killed eight men and three women, aged between 54 and 97 years old.

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Syria war: Damascus national museum reopens doors

Part of Damascus' antiquities museum was open to the public on Sunday for the first time in six years.

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Leicester City helicopter crash: What we know so far

What we know so far about the Leicester City FC helicopter crash.

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Heathrow to Paddington trains again disrupted after power fault

Trains between Paddington, Heathrow, Oxford and Maidenhead are severely disrupted after cable damage.

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How country stars Kacey Musgraves and Chris Stapleton cracked Radio 1

How country artists are getting played alongside Little Mix, Jess Glynne and Arctic Monkeys.

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"Honour killing" video shocks Syrians

A brutal video showing the murder of a young woman in Syria has been met with horror online.

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Ruthin 'mortified' after three killed in Denbighshire crash

Three young men died and four more are injured, three seriously, after their Corsa hit another car.

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'Miracle' baby born weighing 1lb 1oz in Cardiff

Baby Hallie was born on Tuesday weighing just 1lb 1oz - and her parents say she has defied the odds.

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Glenn Hoddle suffered heart attack but 'responding well' in hospital

Former England manager and Tottenham midfielder Glenn Hoddle is in a serious condition in hospital after suffering a heart attack on Saturday.

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Pittsburgh shooting: Synagogues boost security after attack

Eleven people died in the Pittsburgh attack, the worst anti-Semitic violence in recent US history.

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Philip Hammond: No-deal Brexit would require new Budget

On the eve of his Budget, the chancellor says no-deal will require a 'different response'.

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In pictures: Mexico City's Day of the Dead parade

Thousands gathered in Mexico on Saturday to celebrate the start of Día de Muertos.

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Drowning kangaroo rescued by Australian police officers

The kangaroo was moments from death when two police officers jumped into the sea to rescue it.

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Pittsburgh shooting: Police audio of capture

Police scanner audio reveals the moment the Pittsburgh shooting suspect was captured by police.

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Brazilian elections: Voters choose between Bolsonaro and Haddad

While polls have been narrowing, far-right candidate Jair Bolsonaro remains in the lead.

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Jacksonville Jaguars: Four players arrested at London nightclub for 'unpaid bar bill'

Four Jacksonville Jaguars players are arrested on suspicion of trying to leave a London nightclub without paying a large bar bill.

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Fitting words needed from Ireland's 'poet president'

What might a second seven year term for Michael D Higgins as Irish President look like?

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Meghan and Harry given traditional Maori greeting in New Zealand

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex arrive in New Zealand - the last stop on their 16-day tour.

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Hit-and-run crashes rise by 45% in four years

Campaigners say tougher sentences are needed for drivers who flee the scene of a crash.

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Lewis Hamilton not thinking about F1 world title before Mexican GP

Lewis Hamilton is not thinking about winning his fifth world title in Mexico - but how not to crash with two raging Red Bulls is on his mind.

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Saturday, 27 October 2018

Pittsburgh synagogue shooting: Suspect charged with murder

The Pittsburgh attack killed 11 and is said to be the worst anti-Semitic attack in recent US history.

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Budget 2018: Extra £420m to tackle potholes

But the industry has said more than £8bn would be needed for a one-time fix of potholes in England.

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Plus-size beauty pageants rising in popularity

Four times more women entered Miss British Beauty Curve this year than when in it started in 2012.

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Leicester City: Fans react to helicopter crash

Leicester supporters react to news of their owner's helicopter crashing shortly after take-off.

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The life and death of Maddie Linsenmeir

After her sister died from an overdose, Kate wrote an obituary that was quickly read by thousands around the world.

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The A List: The BBC teen drama taking on Netflix

The BBC's supernatural series is set to target a generation who prefer to stream their entertainment.

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The Kenyan school which changed an American boy's life

Devon Brown from Baltimore, US, says an educational project in East Africa changed his life.

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Sir Philip Green: 'There was only banter'

The High Street tycoon, accused of harassment, says it has been "the worst week of my life".

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The women looking outside the law for abortions

With the future of abortion access in the US increasingly in question, more women are looking elsewhere.

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Why we said 'I do' after 30 years together

Lately, Sue Elliott-Nicholls has been to lots of weddings where the couple have been together for decades. What's going on?

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Brixton Topcats: How Jimmy Rogers' basketball club inspires thousands

Brixton Topcats has been a launch pad for many professional players, including NBA star Luol Deng.

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Pastygate and tax 'giveaways': Budgets that backfired

Remember the pasty tax? Some Budgets just don't work out. We take a look at some Budget day horrors.

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Rowing solo across the Atlantic aged 60

Shirley Thompson is attempting to become the oldest woman to row across an ocean on her own.

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Overcoming my stammer... on live national radio

Seventeen-year-old Morgan set himself goals to improve his confidence - including a live radio interview.

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Anni Albers: How textile artist's pictoral weavings inspire

Contemporary weaver Ismini Samanidou explains why textile artist Anni Albers is her icon.

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Your pictures: Crushed

Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "crushed".

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Leicester City helicopter crash: 'I have seen staff in tears' - eyewitness reports

Reaction after the helicopter belonging to Leicester City owner Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha crashes in a car park outside the club's ground.

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Thousands protest conditions and infrastructure in Rome

Demonstrators blame Mayor Virginia Raggi for the city's shoddy and creaking infrastructure.

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Pittsburgh shooting: Community mourns synagogue attack

Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill community speak of their shock following a fatal shooting in a local synagogue.

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The Papers: Sir Philip Green reflects on 'worst week'

The Mail on Sunday publishes an interview with the high street tycoon.

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Pittsburgh shooting: What we know so far

What we know so far about the shooting at the Tree of Life Congregation Synagogue in Pittsburgh.

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Leicester City owner's helicopter crashes

Leicester City owner's helicopter crashes in car park outside the club's ground shortly after taking off after match

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Thai cave boys to watch Man Utd v Everton

The 12 children who were rescued from a cave in Thailand this year will watch Manchester United against Everton on Sunday.

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Catalonia: Fighting for different futures

Catalan separatists are still defiant, a year after the failed independence referendum.

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Elvis act, 15, takes tribute shows by storm

Emilio Santoro has admired the legend since he was four and is now taking part in tribute shows.

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Burns survivor: How the Katie Piper Foundation 'gave me hope'

The Strictly Come Dancing star and burns survivor is opening a new rehabilitation centre.

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'Wedding rule change will make a world of difference'

Couples could get married outdoors or at home as part of a planned law change in England and Wales.

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Sir Philip Green: Lord Hain defends naming tycoon in House of Lords

The peer stands by his decision as Sir Philip Green plans to make a complaint to the House of Lords.

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'Gritty McGritface' wins Shropshire gritter naming ballot

The names of 24 new gritters for Shropshire also include "Gritney Spears" and "Spready Mercury".

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Jason Derulo sings from balcony after arena gig gets cancelled

Jason Derulo serenades his fans from an arena balcony after a gig in Prague gets cancelled over safety.

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Emergency situation at US synagogue

Police respond to reports of a gunman entering a synagogue in Pittsburgh, US media report.

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Fracking in Lancashire: Second 0.8 tremor in 24 hours

Another tremor of 0.8 magnitude has been recorded within 24 hours at the UK's only active site for fracking.

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England v South Africa: Courtney Lawes doubtful with recurring back injury

England's Courtney Lawes suffered a back spasm after sleeping in a hotel bed that was ill-suited to his 6'7" frame.

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US mail bombs: Suspect Cesar Sayoc 'was anti everything'

Cesar Sayoc, who faces charges including threatening ex-presidents, in the words of his ex-bosses.

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Glenn Hoddle: Ex-England manager in hospital after falling ill

Former England manager Glenn Hoddle is in hospital after falling ill shortly after appearing as a pundit on BT Sport on Saturday.

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Jurgen Klopp and footballers donate to assaulted fan Sean Cox

Jurgen Klopp and two Republic of Ireland footballers donate 5,000 euros each towards Sean Cox's care.

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Pete Tong picks his essential Essential Mixes from 25 years

The Radio 1 DJ picks his four best Essential Mixes as the show celebrates its 25th birthday.

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ICYMI: Penguins and preparing for a launch

Some of the stories in the news you may have missed this week.

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Out-of-town new-build residents recount daily transport challenges

New-build housing developments are springing up across England, but often they lack nearby amenities.

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Big Brother housemate removed over unacceptable language

Lewis Flanagan has left the house after using unacceptable language but says he's 'not ashamed'.

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Alfie Dingley 'amazingly well' after cannabis treatment

The seven-year-old has not had a seizure since he has been using cannabis oil, his mother says.

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Meghan praises 'strength and spirit' of Invictus athletes

The Duchess of Sussex pays tribute to the "closeness and camaraderie" of competitors in Sydney.

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David de Gea: Man Utd keeper focus on 'winning, not contracts'

Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is focused on "winning games, rather than contracts", despite being yet to agree a new deal.

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Three killed and four hurt in two-car crash in Denbigh

Three people died at the scene while three more are seriously injured in hospital after Denbighshire crash.

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David Warner: Banned Australian walks off field after 'sledging incident' in club game

David Warner walks off the field in protest while batting in a club game - in what Cricket Australia has described as a "sledging incident".

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Khashoggi: Saudi Arabia to try suspects, foreign minister says

Adel al-Jubeir said those responsible for the killing would be held accountable in Saudi Arabia.

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Boy, 6, dies in hospital after Ilkeston house fire

Police and firefighters have launched a joint investigation to determine the causes of the fire.

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London Underground commuters fainting at 'alarming levels'

Passengers complain of overcrowding and sweltering heat on the London Underground during rush hour.

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Paul Lambert: Ipswich Town name ex-Norwich & Aston Villa boss as manager

Ipswich Town appoint ex-Norwich City and Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert as their new manager after sacking Paul Hurst.

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Track Cycling World Cup: Britain's women win gold in Canada team pursuit

Great Britain's women win gold in the team pursuit at the Track Cycling World Cup in Canada.

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Five great goals: When Harry Kewell lit up the Premier League

A wonder strike, flying header and a cheeky lob - watch five of Harry Kewell's best goals for Leeds and Liverpool in the Premier League.

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Friday, 26 October 2018

Halloween Day of the Dead makeover on trend

Make no bones about it, this is the hot look for 31 October.

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Simone Biles admitted to hospital on eve of World Gymnastics Championships

Four-time Olympic champion Simone Biles is admitted to hospital with a kidney stone on the eve of the World Gymnastics Championships in Doha.

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Morocco abruptly drops clock change

The north African country will instead keep its clocks at summer time, GMT+1, all year around.

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Are supplements safe and do they work?

What are some of the dangers of supplements and how beneficial are they for our health?

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Budget 2018: 'Everything is just stretched to its limit'

People in Scarborough are concerned about hospitals and schools ahead of this year's Budget.

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Brazil election: Your guide in five charts

What do voters want? Here are the stats on key issues, from gun control to faith in democracy.

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Khashoggi affair: Will it reshape Middle East politics?

Turkey and Saudi Arabia both aspire to a leadership role in the region, writes Jonathan Marcus.

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Clocks go back: Why do we do it?

Frankie McCamley explains the history, the politics and her producer shares terrible golfing technique.

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Comic Con: Cosplayers explain how they support their art

Yaya Han, Anna Faith, Luxlo Cosplay and others explain how cosplayers are able to support themselves.

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Week in pictures: 20 - 26 October 2018

A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week.

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Budget 2018: Outdoor venue plan 'to cut wedding costs'

Chancellor Philip Hammond also plans more business rate relief to boost High Street shops.

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Oxford-Cambridge Arc: Row over central England mega-plan

The transport secretary says the government will back major development on the Oxford-Cambridge arc.

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George Osborne kept pay cap despite child poverty warning

Officials told the former chancellor his public sector pay cap would hit families, documents show.

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Young girls sexually attacked while invited to see kittens

The guest house owner assaulted the girls while they played with kittens he claimed to have rescued.

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Migrant caravan: Mexico offers temporary work permits

The plan will give migrants temporary work permits and medical care - provided they stay in the south.

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The young black Americans backing Trump

Conservative activists wore Make America Great Again caps and chanted his name at the White House.

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Newspaper headlines: Baroness Brady 'drawn into Green scandal'

Many of Saturday's papers are dominated by further news of allegations against Sir Philip Green.

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Man dies in fall as armed raiders break into Camden flat

A man fell from a third-floor window in north London as knife-wielding burglars broke into his flat.

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Sir Philip Green hits back at Lord Hain for injunction breach

The retail billionaire says it was "outrageous" of the Labour peer to name him in the House of Lords.

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Chancellor plans High Street rates relief

Philip Hammond is set to announce a £1.5bn lifeline for small retailers in Monday's Budget.

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Polls suggest Ireland votes to scrap blasphemy law

Exit polls suggest a vote to remove the offence of "blasphemy" and to re-elect Michael D Higgins as president.

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Yemen crisis: The sick children trapped by the war

The BBC's Orla Guerin meets two children who are unable to receive vital healthcare because of the conflict.

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Steph McGovern: 'Creepy' Donald Trump called me beautiful

The BBC's Steph McGovern recalls her witty retort when Donald Trump called her "beautiful" in 2012.

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National Action trial: 'Neo-Nazi' accused admits being a racist

Adam Thomas says he gave his son the middle name Adolf to show "admiration" for Hitler.

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Marley Nicholls: The Rock supports boy's transplant bid

Hollywood star Dwayne Johnson tweeted his support for six-year-old Marley Nicholls.

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US mail bomb suspect: Who is Cesar Sayoc?

US officials have arrested a suspect in the mail bombing scare. Here's what we know about him.

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Abuse inquiry told boy was 'jailed for sex with men'

An abuse inquiry hears how care home children began to believe their suffering was "normal".

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Khashoggi fiancée snubs Trump invitation to White House

The murdered Saudi journalist's partner says the US leader is not sincere about finding the truth.

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Man mistaken for 'scarecrow' run over on Alresford road

Marian Watt drove over Laurence John who was lying prone in the road outside a pub, a court hears.

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John Taylor given whole life sentence for further historical sex attacks

Child killer John Taylor is jailed for the rest of his life after admitting historical sex attacks.

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Driverless cars: Who should die in a crash?

A global study suggests people prefer to save young over elderly people.

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Brexit won't ruin Strictly Come Dancing - No 10

It comes after Sir Vince Cable claimed dancers from EU countries might not be allowed in to the UK.

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Person arrested over US mail-bombings

Person arrested in connection with mail-bombing campaign aimed at Trump critics, US officials say

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Crossrail delay: £350m loan for London route announced by government

The £15bn route is Europe's biggest infrastructure project is expected to launch nine months late.

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Helping care leavers through performance art

The government is introducing the Care Leaver Covenant which aims to provide work based opportunities to young people leaving the care system.

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Megyn Kelly: Could 'blackface' row end TV anchor's career?

The future of Megyn Kelly, one of America's highest paid and best-known news anchors, is in doubt.

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Does Netflix's Sabrina reboot live up to the hype?

How does the revamped teen favourite fare with fans of the original, much-loved series?

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Ruth Davidson gives birth to boy

Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson gives birth to boy - she and partner Jen Wilson are "delighted"

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Fracking in Lancashire suspended following earthquake

Energy firm Cuadrilla says it will halt operations for 18 hours after the tremor was recorded.

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Pair guilty over teen allergy death

Two men guilty of manslaughter of 15-year-old girl who suffered allergic reaction to a takeaway meal in Lancashire

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Suspicious item addressed to top Democrat

Suspicious package addressed to top Democrat Corey Booker after series of mail bombs target Trump critics - US media

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Asda considering up to 2,500 job cuts

The supermarket chain is to consult staff on changing their roles and working hours.

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Road rage driver Darren Hefferman jailed for cyclist punch

Darren Hefferman hit Gareth Marshall into oncoming traffic leaving the victim with multiple injuries.

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Lord Hain branded 'arrogant' for naming Sir Philip Green

Former Attorney General Dominic Grieve says Lord Hain showed "no regard for judicial process".

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Jail for West Midlands prison drone drugs gang

The jail sentences handed out range between three and 10 years for flying drugs into UK prisons.

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'Justin Beiber's burrito' and other foods eaten 'wrong'

A picture of someone who looks like Justin Bieber eating a burrito strangely, is weirding people out.

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Cot bed designer jailed over York baby choke death failure

Seven-month-old Oscar Abbey was found caught in the side of his cot bed at his home in York.

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HS2 construction: Moving the remains of 40,000 people

Work begins to exhume thousands of skeletons to make way for HS2 construction.

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Man arrested for Magna Carta theft attempt at Salisbury Cathedral

A man tried to smash the glass box to take the Magna Carta on display at Salisbury Cathedral.

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French 'Spider-Man' charged after scaling London skyscraper

Alain Robert was seen tackling a London skyscraper, attracting a crowd on onlookers.

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Baby penguin with two 'gay' dads hatched in Sydney

Same-sex penguin couple Sphen and Magic have hatched their first foster chick at Sea Life Sydney.

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Clueless to be remade for Gen Z. As if!

Fans have views about whether the hit 1995 film should be revisited for the Instagram generation.

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Brexit and the booming British strawberry

British berry growers have expanded rapidly on the back of cheap EU labour but the good times could soon be over.

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Brexit: French officials dismiss UK fears of Calais 'go-slow'

The port won't be closed in a no-deal Brexit, with one official saying it would be "economic suicide".

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Harry and Meghan jet aborts landing due to runway hitch

The pilot says another jet on the runway forced the flight to abort its landing at Sydney airport.

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Dion Dublin tweets about racial abuse in Chesterfield

The ex-footballer and TV presenter says the abuse isn't "acceptable in 2018".

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Ruben Loftus-Cheek: Maurizio Sarri admits 'tactical problem'

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri admits he has a "tactical problem" and is struggling to fit Ruben Loftus-Cheek into the side

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Ryanair racism: Flight rant man says he is 'not a racist'

David Mesher was on a flight from Barcelona to Stansted when he began insulting Delsie Gayle, 77.

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RBS warns of 'uncertain economic outlook'

The bank sets aside £100m for harder times as it announces a rise in third-quarter profits.

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Thursday, 25 October 2018

Matt Edmondson and Mollie King to host BBC Radio 1 weekend breakfast

Matt and Mollie will take over the morning slot from Dev and Alice between Friday and Sunday.

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Matthew Shepard: The murder that changed America

The death of a gay student, tortured and tied to a prairie fence two decades ago, shocked the world.

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Canibidiol: 'It's just like having a shot of syrup'

A coffee shop has opened in Swansea offering cannabidiol, a non-psychoactive cannabis plant extract.

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News Daily: Universal Credit report and Hain defends Green 'unmasking'

Your morning briefing for Friday 26 October 2018.

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Chinese kindergarten children injured in knife attack

At least 14 children at the Chongqing school were injured by a woman wielding a kitchen knife.

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Sinéad O'Connor converts to Islam

The singer, who was ordained as a priest in 1999, has now changed her name to Shuhada' Davitt.

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Lord Hain defends naming Sir Philip Green over harassment claims

Peer says he thought carefully before identifying the tycoon after being criticised for acting "improperly".

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Budget 2018: What we know already

Some of the ways in which your finances will be affected are already clear - even before Monday's Budget.

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Caitlyn Jenner: Trump 'relentlessly attacking' trans people

The Republican activist says the president has "relentlessly attacked" the transgender community.

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Meghan Markle wanted 'modest, classic' wedding dress

The Duchess of Sussex says she had a "clear vision" for the gown, which is on display in Windsor.

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Rihanna-inspired model Adetutu is challenging tribal marking stereotypes

Nigerian model Adetutu is using social media to change the narrative of people with facial scarring.

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My intersex journey: Doctors gave me a new penis - now I want to find love

Anick - who was born intersex - had a series of operations to give him a fully-functioning penis. The BBC followed his progress.

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Helping kids cope with the fear of medical treatment

Hi-tech gadgets are helping sick children express their feelings and soothe their fears.

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Murder memorials: A grisly history written in stone

The grisly history behind murder stones - monuments to victims of crimes that outraged local communities.

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Wildlife trade: Why lion cubs are turning up across Europe

Cubs have been found in Paris and the Netherlands. Where do they come from? And who is buying them?

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INF treaty: Putin shrugs off Trump’s nuclear arms move

Russia's president appears to relish mirroring President Trump's decision to scrap the INF treaty.

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Universal Credit: Will benefit changes affect you?

The government's new flagship benefits system is causing "unacceptable hardship" for many claimants, a public spending watchdog has warned. Does Universal Credit affect you?

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Quiz of the Week: Which reality TV show was tried in job centres?

It's the weekly news quiz - have you been paying attention to what's been going on in the world during the past seven days?

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Simon Jack and DJ Sideman: How not to spend your money

BBC Business Editor Simon Jack talks to Radio 1 Xtra DJ Sideman about all things money.

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Roman Vishniac: Jewish photographer between World Wars

An exhibition of Roman Vishniac, one of the most important documentary photographers of the 20th century.

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Homeless man turns Truro car park space into home

Paul Lindsay-Jones says the corner of the multi-storey in Truro is his own "eight-storey hotel".

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Controversial HS2 burial site dig at London Euston begins

Some 45,000 skeletons are being removed to make way for a new station terminus.

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London Underground commuters fainting at 'alarming levels'

Since 2016, 825 people have fainted or felt faint while travelling on the Tube between 08:00 and 08:59.

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Four million millennials can get new railcard

For the first time the card will be digital-only, meaning passengers will need access to a smartphone.

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New 'Trojan horse' antibiotic promising

It uses a clever trick to sneak inside bacteria in order to kill the bugs.

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Rising seas will swamp homes, report says

Climate advisors say coastal communities must "get real" about the possibility of 1m sea level rise.

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Leaving care: 'A spare room changed my life'

As a new scheme aims to help 10,000 care leavers, one teenager describes crucial help at a key time.

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Part-time students 'down by more than half'

Employers and universities want funding changes to reverse a collapse in part-time student numbers.

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The Papers: 'Unmasked' Green on the front pages

Sir Philip Green hits the headlines after being named as the businessman linked to harassment claims.

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Mail bomb investigators check Florida leads, say US media

Actor Robert De Niro and Vice-President Joe Biden are the latest to receive suspected bombs by post.

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Google sacks dozens over harassment

Google says it has sacked 48 people, including 13 senior managers, over sexual harassment claims in past two years

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Devon schoolboy froze to death after missing bus

Daniel Chambers was found partially clothed and slumped against a tree, four days after he went missing.

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London university calls for £100m slavery reparation

University leader wants UK universities linked to slave-trade profits to donate to support ethnic minority students.

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Portrait by AI program sells for $432,000

The AI-generated portrait of a fictional Frenchman sold for 45 times its original estimate.

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'Students among dead' in Jordan flash floods

At least seven people are dead and 16 more are missing in an area near the Dead Sea, officials say.

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Sexist abuse of female rugby ref revealed

Grainne Crabtree said she suffered "sustained, vile abuse" during the game at Coleraine Rugby Club.

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Rise in women having induced labours, NHS figures show

More older and overweight women giving birth is behind the trend, doctors say.

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Ed Farmer inquest: Student died from 'toxic effects' of alcohol

Ed Farmer died after suffering a cardiac arrest caused by excessive alcohol, an inquest hears.

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'Spider-Man' Alain Robert scales London's Heron Tower

French urban climber Alain Robert climbs one of London's tallest buildings without safety gear.

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Sir Philip Green named in Lords over harassment claims

Speaking in the House of Lords, Lord Hain said it was in the public interest to reveal his name.

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David Schwimmer: Blackpool Police identify Friends lookalike theft suspect

Police say they are "overwhelmed" with the response to their social media appeal.

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Sexually transmitted infections: What to do if you get one

Don't panic - these are the steps you need to take if you have an STI.

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Women allowed to join SAS for first time

Gavin Williamson says women will now be able to transfer into infantry roles, including the Special Forces.

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Philip Green named over harassment claims

Retail billionaire Sir Philip Green named in Parliament as man facing newspaper allegations of sexual harassment

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Wild goat kill hunter Larysa Switlyk attacks 'ignorant people'

Larysa Switlyk, who sparked anger after shooting the animal on a Scottish island, says she received death threats.

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Gaza protest image likened to famous Delacroix painting

A striking image of a Palestinian with a flag and sling is both admired and reviled on social media.

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New York silicone death: Briton Donna Francis 'should be deported'

Kelly Mayhew died after having cosmetic surgery injections in her buttocks in New York in 2015.

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Labour's John McDonnell injures face in fall

The Labour MP injured his face after tripping over some rubbish.

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Russian spy poisoning: Why was Sergei Skripal attacked?

Evidence suggests the former spy was active across Europe, perhaps even investigating the Russian mafia.

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Sainsbury's to open Oasis clothes outlets in supermarkets

The supermarket hopes the High Street chain will help make it a "fashion destination".

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UK apology over immigrant DNA tests

Home secretary apologises to people wrongly forced to take DNA tests to prove they were entitled to settle in UK

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Former Verve frontman Richard Ashcroft leaps over TV sofa

Former Verve frontman surprises BBC presenters by exploring the set.

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Khashoggi murder 'premeditated' - Saudi Arabia

A Saudi prosecutor says the Khashoggi murder in Istanbul was "premeditated", state TV reports.

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Royal tour: Tonga rolls out red carpet for Harry and Meghan

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are greeted by hundreds of children who were given the day off school.

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Suspect package 'found at De Niro restaurant'

US police investigate suspicious package found at New York restaurant owned by Robert De Niro, media reports say

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Gender pay gap at lowest level yet, says ONS

The gender pay gap falls to its lowest level ever - especially for younger workers, reports the ONS

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Pork gelatine use in NHS vaccines 'disappointing'

Public Health England say the gelatine is used as a stabiliser and there "may never" be an alternative.

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Farrokh Bulsara: The Indian heritage of Freddie Mercury

Nalini Sivathasan talks to some of London's Parsi community who can't wait to see him brought back to life on screen.

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Man, 102, stuck on roof in Devon for three days

He was rescued from the flat roof by firefighters after neighbours noticed he had not been seen.

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Letter from Africa: I was tortured in The Gambia

Lamin Cham explains why he wants to testify at The Gambia's new truth and reconciliation commission.

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Khashoggi murder: CIA Director Gina Haspel 'heard Khashoggi audio'

Turkish officials allowed Gina Haspel to listen to recordings of the writer's killing, reports say.

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The clocks go back and cold weather is on its way: Some tips to help you cope

Winter is coming, as the clocks go back and temperatures are set to fall. So are you prepared?

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Facebook fined £500,000 for Cambridge Analytica scandal

The Cambridge Analytica scandal was a "serious breach" of data protection laws, UK regulator says.

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Meghan and Harry unveil statue of forgotten British-Fijian war hero

Sgt Talaisa Labalaba of the SAS fought off hundreds of guerrillas to protect his fellow soldiers.

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Wednesday, 24 October 2018

Debenhams makes record annual loss and plans up to 50 store closures

The troubled department store chain says it lost nearly £500m in the year to 1 September.

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'My disability is my advantage' says martial artist

Stuart Penn, who has won jiu-jitsu medals on the world stage, "wouldn't know what to do" with four limbs.

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Tesla delivers $311m quarterly profit

Elon Musk's electric car maker reports only the third quarterly profit in its 15-year history.

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News Daily: Police 'may become irrelevant' and US mail bombs

Your morning briefing for Thursday 25 October 2018.

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Mum's voice makes better smoke alarm for children

Only half of children in the study woke up with traditional alarms.

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Kurtis Baute: Scientist leaves airtight dome after 15 hours

Kurtis Baute spent 15 hours in an airtight dome to raise awareness about climate change.

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UAE 'spy' student unsupported in jail, wife says

British student Matthew Hedges has been charged with spying in the United Arab Emirates.

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Falling stars challenge: China's twist on the young rich millennial meme

A meme of young privileged millennial life is reinvented in China as more than just flaunting wealth.

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BBC has 'failed' on equal pay, MPs on culture select committee say

Corporation has a culture of "opaque decision-making" and unequal treatment of women, inquiry concludes.

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Overstretched police risk becoming 'irrelevant', MPs warn

Huge numbers of crimes are going unsolved as neighbourhood teams are stripped back, a report says.

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Google drops plans for Berlin campus after protests

The US firm had faced strong local opposition and will now give the space to humanitarian groups.

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Superdry founder hopeful over hoodies

Julian Dunkerton wants shareholders to back his plan to return to the fashion retailer after last week's profit warning.

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#MeToo in Egypt: Women speak out about harassment

Nearly all Egyptian woman say they have faced harassment. Inspired by #MeToo, some are speaking out.

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Ko Ko Korina: A bad cover version, the angry minister and Spiderman too

Imagine if Ed Sheeran badly covered Bohemian Rhapsody - that's akin to what just happened in Pakistan.

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The disability vehicle so tiny it couldn't take passengers

For decades, disabled people in the UK were given strange, three-wheeled cars that couldn't carry passengers and were later found to be so unsafe they were taken off the road.

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Brexit basics: What is the transition?

Confused by Brexit jargon? Reality Check unpacks the basics.

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Red Dead Redemption 2: Can it live up to the hype?

The makers of Grand Theft Auto talk to Newsbeat about their latest project, Red Dead Redemption 2.

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Magnum China: Panoramic portrait of a global superpower

China's rise as a global superpower, captured by Magnum's renowned photographers.

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'The food supplement that ruined my liver'

Jim McCants took a food supplement to help him get healthy in middle age, but it left him in need of an urgent liver transplant.

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Reality Check: Which form of renewable energy is cheapest?

Caroline Lucas MP says that onshore wind energy is the cheapest. What are the figures behind her claim?

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Migrant caravan: What is it and why does it matter?

Thousands of migrants have been travelling by foot towards the US-Mexico border. Here's what we know.

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Deep division in Brazil's north-east, where 'life is real'

Brazil's poor Pernambuco state is deeply divided ahead of presidential elections on Sunday.

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Maddie Rice tackles a silent issue in West End show

Maddie Rice explains why her one-woman play is all about the importance of speaking out.

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On America's trail of destruction

Authorities have seized enough fentanyl to kill every American. It's a crisis that lines one major highway.

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Budget 2018: BBC editors on what to expect

A spending spree or more austerity? BBC editors tell us what to expect from the Budget.

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White poppy: How is it different to the red remembrance badge?

Red, white or purple: Does it matter what colour marks Remembrance Day?

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Councils buying care 'on the cheap'

Home help for vulnerable elderly squeezed as council underpay by nearly £2 an hour.

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'Explosives' sent to Democrats and CNN were 'act of terror', says NYC mayor

Suspected explosives sent to CNN and senior Democrats are condemned by New York City's mayor.

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Chris Evans and BBC Radio 2 drop to six-year low in Rajar audience ratings

And Radio 2 is at its lowest overall listener figures since 2012.

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The papers: Socialite accuses 'harassment case' businessman

Headlines focus on the fallout from the story of a businessman who won a court order to hide his identity.

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Spectacular sunsets light up UK skies

As spectacular sunsets light up the skies in the UK, we share the best snaps and explain the deep colours

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Sharp falls wipe out Wall Street's 2018 gains

US stock markets plunge on Wednesday, with the Nasdaq suffering its worst day since August 2011.

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Frozen expat pensions: 93-year-old activist heads to Downing Street

The pensioner wants action on a UK law that freezes the pensions of more than 500,000 British expats.

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Debenhams 'seeks to close 50 stores' in survival bid

Struggling department store chain will report a record £500m loss in its annual results on Thursday.

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XXXTentacion: Secret recording has domestic abuse and stabbing confession

The late rapper apparently admitted assaulting his girlfriend and stabbing nine people.

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Clever crows reveal 'window into the mind'

The New Caledonian birds have surprised scientists once again with remarkable problem-solving skills.

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British student in UAE court on spying charge

Durham University PhD student Matthew Hedges is accused of spying while on a research trip.

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Armed robbers steal eight puppies

The men forced their way into a pregnant woman's home before threatening her with a knife.

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Theresa May 'wins over' Tory critics at Brexit meeting

A meeting of backbenchers was more of a "petting zoo than a lion's den", one MP says.

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Camera lens made of ice takes cool photos

Photographer Mathieu Stern made a camera lens from a chunk of an iceberg.

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Syrians horrified by 'crime of no honour' killing

A video of a young woman murdered in a so-called "honour" crime has been widely shared online.

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Commons bullying report accepted by commission

The House of Commons Commission accepts Dame Laura Cox's report which criticised its culture.

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The athletes who carry on - despite major injury

Injuries often mean it's game over in the sporting world. But these athletes play on no matter what.

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Cancer insurance questions 'must end for survivors'

One man was quoted £3,000 for insurance for two weeks in Australia, three years after being cancer-free.

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David Schwimmer: 'I didn't steal beer' from Blackpool shop

David Schwimmer clears himself in a video after Blackpool police hunt for actor's thieving lookalike.

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Autistic boy starts Lego club for other children

Ten-year-old Blake says Lego has a calming influence on him and he set up the club to spend time with other children.

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Could height be a cancer risk?

Another study suggests a link, but is it just a tall story?

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Facebook removes 8.7m child nudity images in three months

The firm has developed new software which automatically flags potential sexualised images of children.

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Gourmet Burger Kitchen earmarks 17 stores for closure

The burger chain has earmarked 17 stores for closure after running up millions of pounds of losses.

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Khashoggi death: Saudi suspects to be barred from UK

No Saudis linked to the killing of the journalist will be allowed to enter the UK, Theresa May says.

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Khashoggi murder: Crown prince due to speak at business forum

The Saudi crown prince will be watched for any comments on the death of the writer in Turkey.

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Anger after 'hardcore huntress' shoots wild goat on Scottish island

Television presenter Larysa Switlyk posed beside dead goats on the Scottish island of Islay.

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'Suspicious device' sent to Clintons

Suspicious package sent to Bill and Hillary Clinton, officials say, days after similar device sent to George Soros

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Prime Minister's Questions: The key bits and the verdict

Theresa May clashed with Jeremy Corbyn over her claim to be ending austerity - here are the key bits.

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Jamal Khashoggi murder: What is Turkey's game with Saudi Arabia?

Turkey's President Erdogan has been restrained in his criticism of Saudi Arabia. Mark Lowen asks why.

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Harry Potter to 'inspire' budding India lawyers

The new course will explore social and class rights and the "enslavement of House Elves".

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Single-use plastics ban approved by European Parliament

Plastic items such as cutlery and straws would be banned in the EU under plans approved by MEPs.

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Two convicted of running illegal school

The first ever convictions have been imposed on people operating an unregistered school

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Sir Jeremy Heywood steps down as civil service chief

The cabinet secretary, Sir Jeremy Heywood, is leaving his post because of illness.

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Wireless Festival: How swearing and clothing rules could change it

Artists will be asked not to swear or wear "offensive" clothes, under new rules from a local council.

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Luxury cars crushed as transporter hits low bridge in Perth

The roofs of at least two new Range Rovers were seriously damaged in the accident in Perth.

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Men jailed over £500,000 Gleneagles jewellery raid

They were part of a three-man gang who stole £500,000 worth of luxury watches from the hotel.

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Escalator runs out of control in Rome

A number of people were injured when the escalator malfunctioned in the Italian capital.

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Cot designer admits York choke baby death failure

Seven-month-old Oscar Abbey was found by his parents, caught in the side of his cot at their York home.

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