TSB suffers £105m loss after computer chaos

The bank's IT meltdown last year also resulted in 80,000 customers switching accounts.

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News Daily: Heavy snowfall and North Korea nuclear pledge

Your morning briefing for Friday 1 February 2019.

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'Praise can make you weak' - Jones says Ireland must cope with pressure of being best in world

Eddie Jones says Ireland must cope with the pressure of being the best team in the world when his England side take on the Six Nations champions.

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Saving my daughter from Instagram self-harm

Ian said photos he saw on the social media platform were more graphic than things he had seen in the Army.

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Trump condemns wall talks in New York Times interview

The president also claims he has been told he is not a target in Robert Mueller's investigation.

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Japan investigates alleged uranium online auction

Police are questioning both the seller and several bidders about the unlikely online offer.

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UK weather: Travel warnings after night of snowfall

Road, rail and air travel is affected after a band of snow fell across southern England and south Wales.

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Brexit: Third of UK businesses considering move abroad - survey

An Institute of Directors survey finds 29% of businesses are considering moving abroad after Brexit.

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Super Bowl fans on what happened to Take A Knee

Ahead of the Super Bowl in Atlanta, fans tell us how they feel about the movement three years on.

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Snow Patrol, a shaved head & a team of new signings - deadline day in Scotland

A Snow Patrol gig, a club "sent to bed" and an entire team of new signings - transfer deadline day in Scotland delivers again.

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UK armed forces 'face £7bn equipment funding black hole'

MPs say the department does not have a "credible" plan to fund equipment for the armed forces.

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Premier League January spending falls for first time since 2012 after quiet deadline day

Premier League January spending falls for the first time since 2012 with a quiet deadline day capping a relatively low-spending window.

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'My country is more dysfunctional than yours'

As the UK and US governments remain in gridlock, two BBC correspondents discuss the state of their nations.

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Januhairy: What I learned when I stopped shaving

Four people on what happened when they grew out their body hair.

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Quiz of the Week: What Bowie character is in the news?

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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Sierra Leone has a national cleaning day once a month

A new campaign introduced by the country's president, has called on people to get out on the streets and clean.

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'My side hustle magic trick'

David Linacre works for a law firm by day but in his spare time he is also a professional magician.

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Brexit backstop: What are the 'alternative arrangements'?

The government will pursue "alternative arrangements" to replace the Northern Ireland backstop

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Tracking sanctions-busting 'ghost ships' on the high seas

How satellites and artificial intelligence are keeping tabs on global commodities trading.

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Brazil dam disaster: How do you clear tonnes of toxic sludge?

Hundreds of people in Brazil are still missing after a dam used to store mining waste collapsed.

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Tessa Thompson and Brie Larson join calls for more women film directors

Hollywood stars are campaigning to improve the numbers of women directing major movies.

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The plane journey that set Iran's revolution in motion

The ferocity that Ayatollah Khomeini brought back with him from exile on 1 February 1979 has eased a lot. But it is still there.

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Pug's weight up to 'toddler size' after no walks

Sugar, 12, grew to the same weight as a toddler when her previous owner was unable to take her out.

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More over-75s should take statins, experts say

Thousands of lives could be saved each year if more took the cholesterol-lowering drugs, researchers say.

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Health screening 'not meeting targets', report finds

Cervical screening saw delays in sending out results, affecting half of women, a report says.

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Don't turn a blind eye to hand car wash exploitation, say MPs

Ministers are urged not to "turn a blind eye" to modern slavery and environmental damage at hand car washes.

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All of the confirmed deadline-day deals

Track all the latest signings as they happen in England, Scotland and across the world.

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Appeal to mother after baby found in Newham park

Police are "increasingly concerned" for the woman's welfare after the newborn was found in Newham.

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China pledges 'tremendous' US soy purchases

The US and China claim progress after another round of trade talks.

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US envoy Stephen Biegun reveals North Korea nuclear pledge

North Korea has pledged to destroy all its nuclear enrichment facilities, Stephen Biegun reveals.

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Polar vortex: How people are having fun in the freeze

Americans are getting creative as the US shivers in the worst cold snap in decades.

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The Papers: 'Work-shy MPs', and a Labour 'mutiny'

Friday's front pages feature stories on Brexit, the weather and a new male contraceptive.

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CCTV footage shows Worcester acid attack on boy

The three-year-old boy's father is accused of plotting an attack amid a custody row with his mother.

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Marie Colvin: Syrian government found liable for US reporter's death

Reporter Marie Colvin died in Homs in Syria in 2012, when the building she was in was shelled.

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Amazon sparks fears with sales forecast

The online giant's shares fall more than 2% in after-hours trading despite record Christmas sales.

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Is polar vortex linked to climate change?

With the US in the grips of a bone-chilling spell, scientists take a look at longer-term implications.

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'Big six' energy firm Npower to cut 900 jobs

The number of redundancies will be "considerably lower" because of natural turnover, Npower says.

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Obscene porn rules relaxed in England and Wales

Guidelines about what constitutes "obscene" pornography have been relaxed in England and Wales.

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Instagram: Girl tells how she was 'hooked' on self-harm images

Libby says she was sucked into an online community sharing disturbing pictures of cuts and burns.

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'This place is over for us': The village destroyed by a dam

The sea of muddy sludge released by a dam that burst in Brazil devastated tiny Córrego do Feijão.

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Brexit: Sir Graham Brady 'could accept delay' if deal in place

Sir Graham Brady tells the BBC he would accept a short delay to Brexit day if a deal was in place.

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Olivia Bland's Web Applications UK interview 'humiliating'

Olivia Bland says she was humiliated during the "brutal" two-hour job interview at a tech firm.

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Ball girl shocks crowd with savage bug stamp

Watch the moment a ball girl at the Thailand Open leaves Sabine Lisicki and the crowd stunned as she doesn't hold back on removing an insect from the court.

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Polar vortex claims eight lives as US cold snap continues

At least eight people have died in the deep freeze, which has paralysed cities and US transportation.

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Brexit: Unilever stockpiles Ben & Jerry's and Magnums

Unilever says it is holding extra inventory of the ice cream bars in case of supply chain disruption.

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In pictures: The African Christian congregations of London

Reuters photographer Simon Dawson captures African Christian communities in London.

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Newcastle break their transfer record to sign playmaker Miguel Almiron

Newcastle United break their transfer record to sign Paraguay playmaker Miguel Almiron from MLS side Atlanta United.

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Behrouz Boochani: Refugee who wrote book with WhatsApp wins top prize

Behrouz Boochani sent messages to his translator from an Australian offshore detention centre.

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How many people are sleeping rough in England?

When you can't see inside a tent, it makes the counting that bit harder, as Michael Buchanan explains.

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Ibuprofen: Dr Stewart Adams who helped discover drug dies at 95

Dr Stewart Adams, who got a clear head to deliver a speech after taking the drug he helped find, dies aged 95.

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Drones help Galapagos tackle rat infestation

Tonnes of poison was laid down by drones in a project to get rid of the invasive species.

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UK prisons: Assaults and attacks on staff reach record levels

Deaths in prison and prisoner-on-prisoner assaults have increased, figures show.

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'Unfair' dentist fines investigated

The watchdog is to investigate 400,000 penalty fines from visits to dentists.

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James Bulger: Two admit posting 'photos of Jon Venables'

Richard McKeag and Natalie Barker admit posting photos they claimed identified Jon Venables.

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Fiona Onasanya: Peterborough MP's jail term to be reviewed

Peterborough MP Fiona Onasanya was jailed for three months for perverting the course of justice.

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UK weather: Warnings upgraded as heavy snow forecast

The Met Office warns of evening rush hour travel disruption as snow hits England and Wales.

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Shark on UK plates highlights trade in endangered species

You could be unwittingly eating sharks that are on the brink of extinction, a study suggests.

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Gwyneth Paltrow sued over skiing accident

Retired optometrist Terry Sanderson claims she crashed into him and broke ribs and caused a brain injury.

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Legal blow for Asda in equal pay case

The decision means lower paid shop staff can compare themselves with higher paid warehouse workers.

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Carol Boardman: Man jailed for killing Olympian's mother

The mother of Olympic cyclist Chris Boardman was run over after she fell off her bike.

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Italy in recession amid sluggish eurozone

Italy sees two quarters of negative growth as the eurozone expands by just 0.2% in the fourth quarter.

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Guildford pub bombings inquest resumes 45 years on

Five people and 65 others were injured when the IRA bombed two Guildford pubs in 1974.

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Kylie Minogue: Man warned after harassing pop star

Officers issued a harassment warning after being called to an address in west London.

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Rough sleeping in England down for first time in eight years

4,677 people are estimated or counted to have been sleeping rough in England.

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Brexit: 'Extra time' may be needed, says Jeremy Hunt

Jeremy Hunt says a delay beyond the 29 March deadline depends on progress in the coming weeks.

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'American Dying' cooled Earth's climate

European settlement of the Americas killed so many people, it disturbed Earth's climate.

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House price growth at near six-year low

The annual rise in house prices "almost ground to a complete halt" in January, the Nationwide says.

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Polar vortex: Fire used to melt ice on Chicago train tracks

Flames from gas-fed heaters stop snow and ice from clogging up the track at railway intersections.

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MPs say fast fashion brands inaction on ethics is shocking

JD Sports, Sports Direct, TK Maxx, Amazon, Boohoo and Missguided must do more, say MPs.

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News Daily: Knife crime crackdown, cold weather and fast fashion

Your morning briefing for Thursday 31 January 2019.

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Brexit: How ready is the UK government for no deal?

A think tank report assesses how ready the government is to leave the EU without a deal.

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Senator Rand Paul wins damages after neighbour attack

Senator Rand Paul was awarded more than $580,000 (£441,000) in damages after his neighbour attacked.

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Venezuela opposition 'has met military', says Juan Guaidó

Opposition leader Juan Guaidó says his team has held talks with the army about regime change.

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Sarah Sanders says 'God wanted Trump to be president'

In an interview, the White House press secretary says Donald Trump had divine support.

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Why some Japanese pensioners want to go to jail

Japan is in the grip of an elderly crime wave. Poverty and loneliness are two of the possible causes.

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The city with no homeless on its streets

What can UK cities learn from Finland, where the number of rough sleepers has fallen dramatically?

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How do you compost a human body - and why would you?

A US state could become one of the first places in the world to allow corpses to become fertile soil.

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The unlikely stars bucking the High Street slump

Museum and gallery shops are reporting rising sales and greater interest. What is their recipe for growth?

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Nastya Rybka: Model who got caught up in the Trump-Russia row

The story of Nastya Rybka, who was questioned in a Thai jail by the FBI about the Trump-Russia inquiry.

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The story of a US raid on al-Qaeda in Yemen

The BBC has gained rare access to Athlan village, the site of a major US attack on al-Qaeda in Yemen.

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'Woman are seen as home cooks - not chefs'

Meet the professional chefs changing the way people think about women in the kitchen.

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Polar vortex: What is it and how does it happen?

The deep freeze gripping much of the US has been blamed on a polar vortex. Here's what that means.

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Regulate social media to protect children, MPs urge

A cross-party committee says social media companies should have a legal "duty of care" to children.

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Knife crime: Suspects could be banned from social media

Those breaching a range of sanctions aimed at cutting rising violence could face two years in prison.

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Brexit: Car investment halves as industry hits 'red alert'

The UK industry's trade body warns of "permanent devastation" if Britain leaves the EU without a deal.

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It's deadline day - can you handle the pressure?

Nearly two million people are estimated to have left it until the last minute to fill in their tax returns.

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Warwick students suspended over rape threats allowed to return early

One of the targeted students said she felt "terrified" at the prospect of seeing the men on campus again.

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The GP substitute will see you now

Some 20,000 physios, pharmacists and paramedics are to be recruited to work with under-pressure GPs.

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‘Meeting the stranger who saved my life’

Liv Pontin had decided to take her own life, when a train driver stopped her. Now they are reuniting.

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The papers: 'May woos Labour MPs with cash'

Thursday's front pages feature stories on Brexit, Facebook, stalkers and a new NHS recruitment plan.

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E-cigarettes 'much better for quitting smoking'

The devices are almost twice as effective as nicotine replacements for helping smokers quit, a study suggests.

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Facebook users continue to grow despite privacy scandals

The number of people who logged into the site at least once a month rose 9% last year.

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The colourful 'pods' helping special needs children go to school

Could this be one solution to the crisis in special needs budgets in England?

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Liverpool 1-1 Leicester City

Liverpool extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to five points despite a frustrating 1-1 draw against Leicester City at Anfield.

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Essex County Council removes 'bigoted' transgender image

Essex County Council apologises for a picture of a man removing a wig to depict transgender people.

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Two babies die after contracting blood infection

A third baby at the Princess Royal Maternity Hospital in Glasgow is in a stable condition.

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Kate Spade's niece Rachel Brosnahan is the new face of her label

Rachel Brosnahan, star of The Marvelous Mrs Maisel, honours her late aunt in the new collection.

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BBC director general Tony Hall apologises to stars over tax

Some presenters have big tax bills after being given no choice about changes to their employment.

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Worcester acid attack accused sent 'nailed it!' text

The father of the victim, three, is accused of plotting the attack after a custody row with his mother.

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Attacked Empire actor Jussie Smollett 'has tasted brutality of hatred'

Stars support Empire actor Jussie Smollet after he was the victim of a suspected hate crime.

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Polar vortex: Ice quakes, burning railways and other quirky effects

The icy winds of the US polar vortex have blown in a flurry of quirky occurrences.

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Dealer flings drugs during 100mph chase along M6

Police footage catches the moment a drug dealer throws his stash out of a car window during a chase.

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Inflatable puffer fish pill 'could track patient's health'

US scientists say it could be used to monitor tumours or ulcers for a month in the stomach.

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Brexit: Backstop is 'part and parcel' of the deal, says Michel Barnier

The EU's chief negotiator says the backstop will not be renegotiated, despite the UK's request.

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UK snow: Answers to your most-asked questions

How should I drive in the snow? Why does salt melt ice? How can I boost my immune system?

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President Trump tells US spy chiefs: 'Go back to school'

The blistering attack comes after a US intelligence report said Iran was not making nuclear weapons.

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Croydon 'zombie knife' sentence overturned

Joshua Gardner has been given more than three years in prison, overturning his suspended sentence.

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Scruff gay dating app bans underwear photos

The app bans images of men in underwear and swimwear after "repeated suspensions by app store distributors".

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Supreme Court: Wrongly jailed men lose compensation fight

The UK's highest court dismisses the compensation claims of two men who spent years in jail.

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Abortion law: Sarah Ewart begins NI challenge

Sarah Ewart is trying to change the law with a case based on her personal experience of abortion.

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Polar vortex brings deadly cold snap to US states

At least five people are reported to have died in the "once-in-a-generation" deep freeze.

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Some of the most striking images as snow falls across UK

As snow blankets large parts of the UK, we look at some of the most striking wintry images.

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Bus journeys fall by 90 million in a year

Councils say they are "desperate" to protect services but funding cuts forced "difficult decisions".

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The Lord of the Ringos? Peter Jackson to direct a Beatles film

The Lord of the Rings director will use unseen footage of the tense sessions for their final album.

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A wrong 'un? Mix-up puts police chief on Wanted poster

A picture of new neighbourhood inspector Wayne Nash was accidentally published in the wanted appeal.

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PledgeMusic: The day the music died?

Crowdfunding site PledgeMusic seems to have run out of money, leaving musicians wondering what to do.

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Jermaine Jackson: 'No truth' to allegations in Michael documentary

The singer appeared on Good Morning Britain to address controversial documentary Leaving Neverland.

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Simon Smith: Triple baby killer may go to open prison

The mother of one victim called Simon Smith "pure evil" and said the news came as a "massive shock".

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Supreme Court rejects government appeal on criminal records scheme

The Supreme Court find a revised criminal records disclosure scheme to be "disproportionate".

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Up Helly Aa lights up the Shetland sky

A Viking longboat is torched in the culmination of Shetland's annual fire festival.

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Brexit: Firms speeding up no-deal plans, says CBI

A plan to renegotiate the UK's withdrawal deal "feels like a real throw of the dice", the CBI says.

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Woman dies carrying pram down stairs on New York subway

Malaysia Goodson, 22, fell at 7th Avenue station while carrying her one-year-old's pram.

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'Why I fled Saudi Arabia and sought asylum in the UK'

Two Saudis who sought asylum in the UK explain why they risked everything.

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Stars show support for Empire's Jussie Smollett after attack

Hollywood stars share their support for actor Jussie Smollett after suspected racist and homophobic attack.

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News Daily: PM to go back to Brussels, and Apple 'price drop'

Your morning briefing for Wednesday 30 January 2019.

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Boy, 17, killed in Islington stabbing, three arrested

The three arrests follow an attack in a street in Islington, north London, on Tuesday.

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US RnB singer-songwriter James Ingram dies aged 66

Grammy winner Ingram wrote Michael Jackson single Pretty Young Things with Quincy Jones.

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Venezuela top court curbs opposition leader Juan Guaidó

The country's Supreme Court approves a travel ban and an asset freeze on Juan Guaidó.

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Brexit: Theresa May set for further talks with EU leaders

MPs have backed seeking "alternative arrangements" to replace the backstop in the PM's Brexit plan.

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Britain's first female black headteacher

When Yvonne Conolly became a headmistress in 1969, she received racist abuse but refused to let it define her.

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Cancer patient Samanda Ford attends own Suffolk funeral wake

"Why should they party and I'm not going to be there?" says terminally ill Samanda Ford.

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Wanting to die at 'five to midnight' - before dementia takes over

Dutch patients with dementia who want euthanasia are less likely to get it if their disease is advanced - so many request it very early.

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Tinned food - healthy enough?

Is it OK to eat only canned foods and no fresh fruit or vegetables?

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Murder in Accra: The life and death of Ahmed Hussein-Suale

A Ghanaian investigative journalist was shot dead. Police believe he was assassinated because of his work.

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Brexit: Does the Irish peace accord rule out a hard border?

What does the Good Friday Agreement say about the possibility of a hard border?

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Holocaust: How a US TV series changed Germany

A US TV drama made the horrors of Nazi genocide real for millions of Germans in 1979.

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Getting boats to children who have to swim to school

When getting to school means swimming through dangerous waters a single boat can make a difference.

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'Busted could keep going for 50 years'

The band talk about their split, reunion, nostalgia and their beef with the music industry.

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Meet the Cornwall 'lifer' dogs saved from death

Problem dogs which would have been put down because of their behaviour are given a new lease of life.

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Fighting as a medieval knight in the Sussex countryside

Jouster Tom Kilroy is keeping medieval combat alive with his very own knight school.

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Starting a new career in your 80s

Hilary Forde-Chalkly, 82, has just completed a Masters, with the help of her husband Syd.

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North Korea nuclear: US intelligence report says regime to keep weapons

A US intelligence report to the Senate goes against Trump administration hopes of progress.

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NHS trust chief in no-deal Brexit medicine warning

A University Hospitals Birmingham paper says a no-deal Brexit will lead to operations being postponed.

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The one about Friends still being popular

They might not have been born when it was made, but Friends is a favourite programme for the young.

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Children 'afterthought' for social media companies

England's children's commissioner writes to social media companies, urging them to tackle disturbing content.

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Park Lane doorman stabbing: Three charged with murder

Tudor Simionov had been working as security at a private party in central London when he was killed.

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The Papers: 'Over to EU' and 'Theresa's triumph'

Brexit dominates Wednesday's papers, with all but one leading on Tuesday night's Commons votes.

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Apple iPhone sales in 'disappointing' fall

Revenue from the tech giant's signature iPhone fell 15% in the most recent quarter.

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Emiliano Sala: Tributes to striker at Cardiff v Arsenal game

Fans describe the tribute to the missing Argentinian striker as "incredibly touching".

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Costa Book of the Year: Jewish rescue story The Cut Out Girl wins

Bart van Es wrote about a Jewish girl who was sheltered by his grandparents during World War Two.

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MPs reject no-deal Brexit by 318 to 310 in non-binding vote

MPs reject no-deal Brexit by 318 to 310 in non-binding vote

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US to shiver in 'once-in-a-generation' polar vortex

Weather officials in Iowa warn people to "avoid taking deep breaths, and to minimise talking".

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In pictures: Snowy scenes across the UK

As icy conditions sweep across the country, the Met Office warns of more snow to come.

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Brexit halt to blood donor sessions amid traffic fears reversed

Fears Brexit would lead to major congestion as hundreds of lorries are delayed led the NHS to act.

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The mystery of Toronto's gay village killings

Toronto’s LGBT community grieves after one of their own is charged with targeting and killing gay men.

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Treasury agency had role in controversial RBS unit GRG

The Asset Protection Agency influenced the strategy of controversial RBS unit GRG, the BBC has learnt.

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Huawei: A simple guide to why the company is in so much trouble

One of the world's favourite phone makers is fighting for its reputation.

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'My husband left and a dog became my carer'

After a little training, a former rescue dog has become a full-time carer for Wendy Martin.

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Kingdom Hearts 3 game released 'without an ending'

The epilogue is downloaded only once the 40 hours of game-play is completed.

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John Legend and the others learning to swim as adults

As John Legend reveals he's taking swimming lessons, we speak to adults dipping their toes in the water.

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Bruce McArthur: Canadian landscaper admits eight murders

Many of the victims' remains were found in plant pots on a property in Toronto.

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William and Kate officially open V&A Dundee

The royal couple are also speaking to staff affected by Dundee's Michelin factory closure during a visit to the city.

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Met Police officer 'failed to circulate acid attack footage'

A detective who allegedly failed to pass on images of a suspected attacker is under investigation.

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Venezuela 'living under dictatorship'

The opposition leader tells the BBC President Maduro has abused power, and renews his call for polls.

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BBC presenter Dianne Oxberry died from ovarian cancer

Husband Ian Hindle hopes to start a charity in memory of BBC presenter Dianne Oxberry.

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County lines: Drug gangs 'exploiting children as young as 11'

People being exploited to work for drug gangs are getting younger and more vulnerable, MPs hear.

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Middlesbrough mental health hospital patient 'felt like caged animal'

Faith Wilthew says she "felt like she was in prison" during four years at West Lane mental health hospital.

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'People think you can't be blind and use a phone'

Three people with visual impairments share their experiences of being targeted for using technology.

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Gas find in North Sea hailed as biggest in a decade

It is estimated that 250 million barrels of gas can be recovered from the Glengorm field, east of Aberdeen.

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Fiona Onasanya: Peterborough MP jailed in speeding case

Fiona Onasanya lied to police about being behind the wheel of her car when it was spotted speeding.

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Kumbh Mela: Lost and found at the world's biggest gathering

Thousands get lost at India's Kumbh Mela festival. Luckily, volunteers are on hand to reunite friends and families.

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Snow disruption: Is my boss expecting me at work?

Can employees refuse to work if they cannot travel to work or their children's school is closed?

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Didsbury Mosque 'military jihad' sermon probe dropped

An Imam denied preaching Islamic extremism and police say "no offences have been committed".

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Rail user satisfaction at 10-year low

Northern and Great Northern were the operators to see the biggest falls in satisfaction, a survey says.

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David Bowie: Rare Ziggy Stardust footage hailed as the 'holy grail'

A long-lost recording of David Bowie's TV debut as Ziggy Stardust has been found by detectives.

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Norwegian Air seeks cash injection

The budget airline's shares sink 16% as it plans to raise extra money to improve its finances.

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Five arrests over man's river death

Luke Jobson's body was found in a river after he was seen being pursued "by five lads" outside a pub.

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Jack Shepherd: Speedboat death 'not a crime' in Georgia

Jack Shepherd's lawyer says the charge he was convicted of does not apply under Georgian law.

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Asia Bibi blasphemy acquittal upheld by Pakistan court

Asia Bibi spent eight years on death row before her conviction was overturned, sparking protests.

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Kite surfer 'jumps' 200m over sand spit in Dawlish

Professional kite surfer Olly Bridge gets the "leap of his life" in a heart-stopping 200 metre jump.

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Andy Murray: Former British number one has resurfacing surgery on hip

Former British number one Andy Murray undergoes hip resurfacing surgery in London on Monday.

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John Malkovich: Harvey Weinstein play may 'upset' people

The American actor is set to star in Bitter Wheat, a play inspired by the disgraced film producer.

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FA Cup: Five reasons why Barnet v Brentford was an FA Cup cracker

Relive the best of the action as Barnet and Brentford play out an enthralling 3-3 draw in their FA Cup fourth-round tie at the Hive.

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News Daily: Rivals working on no-deal plan, and Huawei charges

Your morning briefing for Tuesday 29 January 2019.

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Huawei denies wrongdoing after US criminal charges

The Chinese telecoms giant said it was "disappointed" by the US charges, which include theft and fraud.

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Brumadinho dam: 'She was ready to die'

José Antonio Pereira describes how his sister-in-law, who was airlifted by helicopter, barely survived.

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Brexit: Rival Tory factions devise no-deal plan

Proposals emerge ahead of a Commons vote on a series of amendments to the PM's Brexit deal.

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Amy Shark: Stowaways found on singer's bus near UK border

Amy Shark says the discovery ahead of her UK tour was "scary" and "heartbreaking".

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Greater Anglia blames 2018 snow for shorter trains in 2019

Greater Anglia tells a customer the "Beast from the East" was to blame for its short-formed trains.

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NHS dentist search man pulls out own tooth after 18-month wait

David Woodhouse says he took matters into his own hands because he could not get an NHS appointment.

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Woman trapped in New York lift all weekend

The employee of a New York billionaire was stuck in the lift from Friday until Monday, officials say.

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Brexit: Defence staff could be redeployed in no-deal scenario

A memo seen by the BBC seeks volunteers to help the government cope in a no-deal Brexit scenario.

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Facebook and Google: The data guardians fight back

Tech giants have become rich on the back of our data. But some tech start-ups are fighting back.

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‘Welcome to my high-fashion, trash shopping mall’

Anna Bergstrom runs a shopping mall in Sweden where everything for sale is recycled. Her goal is to make sustainable shopping fashionable.

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Breastfeeding guilt experienced by half of mothers - BBC survey

Half of mothers feel they let their baby down when they struggled to breastfeed, a BBC survey finds. Four mums share their experiences.

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Pitt Rivers: The museum that's returning the dead

Can a museum justify keeping human remains that were plundered by Victorian adventurers?

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Nigerian Boko Haram militants are being given a chance to re-integrate into society.

A de-radicalisation scheme in Nigeria is helping former Boko Haram militants rejoin society.

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A photographer's Trans-Siberian World Cup journey

A look back at photojournalist Peter Dench's journey on the Trans-Siberian Railway during the World Cup in Russia 2018.

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Trump tracker: How his first two years have gone - in eight graphics

Donald Trump says his administration is one of the greatest ever, but do the facts back that up?

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Rough sleeping: 'To beg for drugs, it's just horrible'

Three rough sleepers open up about the daily difficulties they face on the streets of Newcastle.

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150 years of the periodic table: Test your knowledge

How much do you know about the iconic symbol of science pinned to every classroom wall?

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Persistent sore throat 'can be cancer sign'

A new study suggests GPs should not only investigate patients with hoarseness for throat cancer.

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Facebook's popularity dips with UK children, says Ofcom

Facebook's popularity among children fell during 2018, according to the media regulator Ofcom.

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The PewDiePie Hackers: Could hacking printers ruin your life?

A popularity contest backing YouTube star, PewDiePie, got out of hand and two teenage hackers are in hiding.

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The Papers: May bids to woo Tories before debate

Many front pages focus on the prime minister's decision to back an amendment to her own Brexit deal.

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Venezuela crisis: Desperate women selling their own hair

Some of those fleeing the country's political crisis are going to extreme measures to make money.

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US charges China's Huawei with fraud

Among the charges are accusations of fraud, obstruction of justice and theft of technology.

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US hits 'corrupt' Venezuela oil firm PDVSA with sanctions

US puts sanctions on PDVSA and urges Venezuela's military to accept a peaceful power transfer.

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Amber Peat: Girl, 13, 'found hanged after chores row'

Amber Peat, who was found dead three days after going missing, felt "put upon at home", an inquest hears.

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Brexit: Government supports Brady amendment on Ireland border

Tory MPs will be told to vote for an invisible Irish border plan that does not need the "insurance policy".

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Trump sceptical a deal on border wall can be reached

The president says he doubts he would lower the sum he is prepared to accept for a border barrier.

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The pupils using maths lessons to get fit

A primary school in Surrey is using maths classes to encourage fitness and exercise in young children.

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Russia art theft: Thief steals painting in front of gallery goers

A thief steals a painting from a busy gallery in Moscow.

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Speedboat killer: Jack Shepherd's lawyer receives death threat

A letter tells solicitor Richard Egan to remember murdered MP Jo Cox and features a swastika.

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Emiliano Sala's family view search area off Guernsey

More than £290,000 has been raised to fund a private search for missing footballer Emiliano Sala.

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Facebook pledges to do more on self-harm

Sir Nick Clegg said the network "would do whatever it takes" after 14-year-old Molly Russell's death.

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Screen time 'may harm toddlers'

A large study suggests excessive use may slow a toddler's development in language and sociability.

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Plastic or paper: Which bag is greener?

Morrisons will introduce paper bags, so are they better for the environment?

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James Charles: Council 'not informed' of YouTuber's Birmingham visit

Birmingham City Council says it could have prepared for the "major event" which attracted 8,000 fans.

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B&Q 'exposed data about store thieves'

A security researcher says he found a database listing names and details of suspected culprits.

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Student cracks theologian Andrew Fuller's religious code

St Andrews undergraduate unravels the shorthand code used by leading Baptist theologian Andrew Fuller.

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The rock stars of poetry explain why the art is in demand

Three new faces of British poetry explain why they think sales are surging among millennials.

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In pictures: Screen Actors Guild Awards 2019

Black Panther took home the top award at the 25th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards.

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What are non-disclosure agreements?

Topshop boss Sir Philip Green has dropped his legal action over NDAs signed by staff. But what are they?

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Fortnite loot box llamas go 'see-through'

Epic Games will now let players see what is inside loot llamas before they buy them.

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Ocado shares rise after M&S deal report

Ocado shares rise almost 7% after a report suggests it may agree a deal with Marks and Spencer.

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Tesco's unions seek talks amid fears of 15,000 job cuts

Unite warns of "worrying time" for staff as Tesco finalises restructuring that could involve job cuts.

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Snow expected to disrupt travel in parts of UK

Forecasters predict that rain on Tuesday will turn to snowfall, which could affect roads and trains.

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Functioning alcoholics on their road to recovery

Meet a mum, student and city worker who all know what it's like to be a 'functioning alcoholic'.

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Laura Plummer: Jailed Briton in Egypt 'released'

Laura Plummer was sentenced to three years for possessing hundreds of Tramadol painkiller tablets.

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Sir Philip Green drops 'gagging' legal action

Top Shop boss drops effort to maintain gagging orders over accusations of sexual harassment.

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Black Panther wins top prize at SAG awards

The win for the Marvel film at the Screen Actors Guild awards throws the Oscars race wide open.

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Rare red panda escapes from Belfast Zoo

Police ask people to keep an eye out for the red panda who went missing on Sunday.

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Gemma Collins: Three times she won us over

The reality TV star shot to fame on The Only Way Is Essex and has remained in the spotlight ever since.

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Cancer cliches to avoid: I'm not 'brave'

Fighter, warrior, hero - these are among the cliches unpopular with some cancer patients, a survey finds.

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News Daily: Backstop pressure on PM and cash for teachers

Your morning briefing for Monday 28 January 2019.

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Wang Quanzhang: China jails leading human rights lawyer

The prominent lawyer was found guilty of state subversion in a case his supporters say was political.

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Suzanne Brown killing: Attack 'could have been prevented'

Jake Neate killed his partner of more than 10 years, Suzanne Brown, by stabbing her 173 times.

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Police chiefs' concern over 'shortage of armed officers'

There has been an 87% rise in firearms possession offences in five years but a fall in armed police.

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Trevor the Duck: Niue mourns 'world's loneliest duck'

Trevor, the only duck on the Pacific island of Niue, lived in a puddle and was cared for by locals.

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NHS to prescribe exercise and art to patients

NHS England plans to recruit 1,000 "social prescribers" to refer patients to local activities.

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Brexit: May urged to secure backstop concessions from EU

Boris Johnson says the PM should seek a 'freedom clause' from the EU as a way to win backing for her deal.

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Louisiana shooting: Police arrest suspect of five killed

US police have arrested Dakota Theriot, suspected of killing five people, including his parents.

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Venezuelan pirates - the new scourge of the Caribbean

As Venezuela's economy collapses, a tide of lawlessness - and piracy - is spreading to the nearby island of Trinidad.

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Duke University professor removed over ‘Speak English’ email

A professor loses her job as programme director after urging Chinese students to speak “100% English”.

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Brutalist concrete of old Yugoslavia inspires new generation

Nostalgic tours of old Yugoslav urban estates are Belgrade's new cool.

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Fyre Festival: My front-row seat for the chaos in the Exumas

Two new documentaries detail the mess of the 2017 event in the Bahamas. This is the islanders' story.

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The mistake that led to a £1.2bn business

How two Estonia friends built popular money transfer business TransferWise.

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Wider still and wider - our love of the giant TV screen

Giant TV screens are one of the few stars in a gloomy retail landscape.

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Four things to expect this week

Some good news for Japanese gastronomes, and an important Facebook status update.

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Kamala Harris and the US state looking to take down Trump

With a front-runner in the 2020 race, and the House Speaker winning her shutdown battle, the state is resurgent.

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Dog whistles: The secret language politicians are using

From Obama's clothing to the Brexit campaign - how to decode the hidden messages in politics known as "dog whistles".

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How addict Jesus survived South Africa's drug epidemic

The heroin-based cocktail that robbed a man of a decade of his life in one South African township.

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GM chickens lay eggs to help fight cancer

Researchers have genetically modified chickens to lay eggs which contain drugs that fight cancer.

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Hundreds of popular cars ‘at risk of keyless theft’

Consumer group Which? found the Ford Fiesta, VW Golf, Nissan Qashqai and Ford Focus were all at risk.

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Plastic pollution: Morrisons to trial 20p paper bags

The retailer will also increase the price of its cheapest reusable plastic bag to 15p in the trial.

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US lifts sanctions on Putin ally's firms

The Trump administration lifts curbs on firms linked to Oleg Deripaska, despite objections from Democrats.

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Paper review: Front pages focus on key Brexit vote

As MPs prepare for a fresh vote on the prime minister's plans, the front pages speculate on the way ahead.

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'Appalling' conditions hamper climber's rescue

Rescuers trace the injured climber but warn the rescue could be "protracted" due to weather conditions.

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Antarctic Weddell expedition targets Shackleton's lost ship

The coming days will see an attempt to locate the wreck of Sir Ernest Shackleton's Endurance ship.

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Venezuela crisis: White House 'will respond to threats against diplomats'

Washington warns President Nicolás Maduro not to intimidate the opposition leader or US diplomats.

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Dad's comfort doll 'helping him fly for 43 years'

James Grashow's daughter made him a doll when she was five. It has accompanied him on every flight since.

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Tesco warns of 'changes' amid reports of jobs cuts

The grocer tells staff it will make "changes" to stores after a report that thousands of jobs may be cut.

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XXXTentacion's son Gekyume arrives seven months after rapper's death

The girlfriend of the late rapper XXXTentacion, Jenesis Sanchez, confirms the birth of Gekyume Onfroy.

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Motorcycle thefts: 'If I want a bike, I'll steal it'

A thief from Bristol talks about stealing motorbikes as two men try to help victims.

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Why thousands of people are fleeing Venezuela

People are desperate, some have left their families behind, as they try to escape the crisis in Venezuela.

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Game of Thrones: Dark Hedges tree falls in high winds

Gale force winds of up to 60 mph hit Northern Ireland overnight on Saturday.

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Emiliano Sala search: Footballer's family thanks donors

A page to raise money to resume the search for the missing footballer reaches £280,000.

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'Thai bride' parents DNA tested in Yorkshire Dales case

A Thai family believe a woman found dead in the Yorkshire Dales in 2004 may be their missing daughter.

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Brumadinho: Thousands told to evacuate over second Brazil dam risk

Days after a deadly dam collapse, residents are told to evacuate as another is at risk of giving way.

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In pictures: Russia marks end of Leningrad WW2 siege

Russia's northern city remembers the end of the deadly siege with a military parade.

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Brexit: Backstop 'is not going to change', says Ireland

Ireland's deputy PM says there is no 'magic solution' for the border between the UK and the EU.

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World Para Swimming Championships: Malaysia stripped of hosting 2019 event

Malaysia is stripped of hosting the 2019 World Para Swimming Championships for refusing to let Israeli athletes compete, says the IPC.

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Man Booker loses £1.6m hedge fund sponsor amid talk of tension

Man Group's decision to quit the prestigious literary prize comes amid talk of strained relations.

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Thai girl band BNK48 sorry for Nazi T-shirt controversy

The singer with BNK48, one of Thailand's most popular bands, visited the Israeli embassy to apologise.

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Woman attacked in Yelverton public toilet dies

The woman, in her 60s, was found with "life-threatening head injuries" in the block in Yelverton.

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Wetherspoons boss: The no-deal Brexit bar crawl with Tim Martin

Wetherspoons boss Tim Martin is touring 100 of his pubs, campaigning for a no-deal Brexit.

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Lancaster girl, 12, dies in M61 motorway crash

Two men who were in an Audi fled the scene and are being sought by police.

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Venezuela crisis: Diplomat to US defects from Maduro

The military representative to Washington says he no longer recognises Nicolás Maduro as president.

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Mental health: Social media firms 'should purge' distressing content

Firms must remove harmful content, insists the health secretary in wake of links to girl's suicide.

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Norfolk police 'shocked' at car driven without front tyre

The driver of the car was arrested on suspicion of drink driving.

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Brexit: MPs facing longer hours to help break deadlock

The Commons February recess could be cancelled and the working day extended to help secure a deal.

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Jolo church attack: Many killed in Philippines

Two explosions hit a Roman Catholic church in a volatile region of the southern Philippines.

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James Charles: Birmingham gridlocked after YouTuber visit

Roads were jammed and cars abandoned after 8,000 James Charles fans flocked to Birmingham.

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Prince Philip 'deeply sorry' after Sandringham car crash

Prince Philip wishes passenger a 'speedy recovery' in note four days after accident near Sandringham.

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Reality Check: Is our pothole problem getting worse?

Winter is peak season for potholes, but is the problem becoming worse for drivers and cyclists?

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'I was groomed on Grindr when I was 15'

Greg wants other vulnerable teenagers to learn from his experience.

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Why Americans love the Great British Bake Off

US viewers are bingeing the series on Netflix, setting up fan groups and hosting themed parties.

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Who was the mysterious Madame Valerie?

The founder of Patisserie Valerie has left little trace and may not even exist.

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Venezuela: All you need to know about the crisis in seven charts

Discontent fuelled by hyperinflation, power cuts and food and medicine shortages have led to a political crisis in Venezuela. What's going on?

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The enduring appeal of violent jihad

With IS on its last legs in Syria, the BBC's Frank Gardner explores why violent jihad will endure.

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#JusticeforKhadija: The long road to justice for a student stabbed 23 times

Khadija Siddiqui's attacker was sensationally acquitted in Pakistan last year, but she didn't give up.

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Mersea Island homeless grandparents living in car

Grandparents Tina and Winston Reid have been moving around Mersea Island, in Essex.

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Plus-size beauty queen: ‘Pageants rebuilt my life’

Lady Mya Amarise is a British Muslim mother-of-four who wants more women like her to compete in beauty pageants.

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How brotherly love led to an app to help thousands of autistic children

Zafer Elcik created an app to help his autistic brother's education - now thousands use it.

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Holocaust Memorial Day: 'Shocking' levels of denial remain

Holocaust survivor Steven Frank says the figures are "terribly worrying".

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Millwall v Everton: Man slashed in face during football brawl

A fight breaks out ahead of Millwall and Everton's FA Cup clash at The Den in London.

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UK's 'highest taxpayers' revealed in first-ever Sunday Times list

The Sunday Times names businessman Stephen Rubin and his family as the top taxpayers in the UK.

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UK cyber-crime victims lose £190,000 a day

Police agency Action Fraud said money lost by victims increased by 24% over a six-month period.

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Paper review: Tech firms accused and Brexit stand-off

The front pages report concerns social media content may have influenced teen suicides and anticipate the next events in Brexit.

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Chinese takeaway kids: What's it like to grow up in one?

BBC Stories meets the children of Chinese immigrants who sacrificed their childhoods by working- from peeling shrimp to confronting racist customers.

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Banksy tribute to Bataclan terror victims stolen in Paris

A mural by the British artist painted in tribute to the victims of the 2015 terror attack is removed.

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Louisiana shootings: Five killed and suspect at large

US police are searching for a gunman suspected of killing five people, including his parents.

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Trudeau fires Canada's ambassador to China amid Huawei controversy

Justin Trudeau acted after controversial comments the envoy made about the Huawei extradition case.

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Brumadinho dam collapse: Hope fades for hundreds missing in Brazil

At least 34 people are confirmed dead as rescue teams try to locate hundreds buried beneath sludge.

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Millwall shock Everton in last-minute win

Murray Wallace scores a dramatic 94th minute winner to earn Millwall a famous FA Cup fourth-round win over Everton at The Den.

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White skunk rescued after wandering Wiltshire countryside

A runaway white skunk found wandering near some stables in west Wiltshire is reunited with its owner.

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'Migrants' filmed climbing out of lorry on to M25

Eight men step out of the lorry after smashing bottles on to the motorway to alert the driver.

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Bishop Bell statue to be installed at Canterbury

Archbishop of Canterbury welcomes statue after fresh abuse allegations are found to be "unfounded".

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Brazil dam collapse: Rescuers search for hundreds buried under mud slide

Firefighters are searching for those missing after a dam collapse caused a huge mudslide at a mine complex in Brazil.

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Alex Salmond to continue to host weekly RT programme

The former first minister has been charged with attempted rape and sexual assault but insists he is "innocent of any criminality".

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Taliban talks: US envoy says significant progress made in Qatar

A US envoy is heading to Kabul after six days of talks in Qatar aimed at ending the Afghan conflict.

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Trump insists Mexico wall will be built despite deal to end shutdown

The US president is defiant despite failing to secure funds in his long confrontation with Democrats.

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Michael Jackson doc Leaving Neverland is 'disturbing and devastating'

Journalists react after watching Leaving Neverland at the Sundance Film Festival in the US.

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Venezuela crisis: Maduro given ultimatum by European leaders

Spain, Germany, France and the UK will recognise Venezuela's opposition if elections are not called.

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NHS to offer paid-for DNA tests if patients share data

Entrants will receive a health report, but experts caution over the accuracy of any predictions.

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Curling goes outdoors as temperatures drop

Freezing conditions enabled curlers in some parts of the country to enjoy the traditional sport outside.

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Emiliano Sala: 120,000 euros raised for private search

Calls have been made for a private search for missing Cardiff City footballer Emiliano Sala.

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Kim Porter, mother to three of Diddy's children, died from pneumonia

It's been confirmed the actress and model, who had three children with the US rapper Diddy died from pneumonia.

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Rochdale mum's surgery halted over 'unusual transaction'

Barclays said it cancelled the payment for Samantha Smith's surgery out of "duty of care".

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Australia Day celebrated amid 'Invasion Day' protests

Australians take part in dances, barbecues, citizenship events and protests on the national day.

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Volunteers feed up to 200 Gelligaer wild horses a day

The group goes out three times a week, handing out haylage to the animals on Gelligaer common.

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Edinburgh-based energy supplier Our Power folds

Our Power ceases to trade, putting 70 jobs at risk, but regulator Ofgem say customers will be protected.

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Melania Trump: Telegraph apologises and pays damages

The paper says the US First Lady will get "substantial damages" over an article published last weekend.

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Is Orkney the best place to live in the UK?

Orkney take the top spot in an annual survey ranking the best place to live in the UK.

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Oscar-winning French composer Michel Legrand dies aged 86

During his career spanning more than 50 years, he wrote over 200 film and TV scores.

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Brexit: Case for free votes for MPs, says cabinet minister Gauke

The justice secretary cautions against the government 'railroading' its motion through Parliament.

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Spain Totalán search: Body of missing boy found

The boy, aged two, had fallen into a borehole during a family outing near Málaga nearly two weeks ago.

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India relocates crocodiles at world's tallest statue in Gujarat

Indian officials begin relocating crocodiles from a lake to allow a seaplane service for visitors.

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Oscars 2019: James Bulger film to remain in Oscars

The award organisers express condolences but say they take a neutral role in the voting process.

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High Street crisis: Can 'click and collect' save shops?

High Street shops are rethinking their strategy to keep up with click-and-collect demand.

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Vienna rescues forgotten women artists censored by the Nazis

Vienna showcases the long-neglected works of its pre-war female artists.

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China's economic slowdown explained

China's economic growth is slowing down. But what's really going on?

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Why the hashtag #ThingsDisabledPeopleKnow went viral

Why the hashtag #ThingsDisabledPeopleKnow resonates with some and gets others thinking.

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Bungaree: Indigenous man who helped Flinders explore Australia

Bungaree was the only Australian on the first ship to circumnavigate the continent, but his story is often ignored.

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Is the secret to happiness at the top of this mountain?

Katie Hope in Davos wonders if you can really teach yourself how to be happy or "discover" happiness.

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BBC journalist Ging Ginanjar: A giant of Indonesia's battle for press freedom

Ging Ginanjar played a key role in bringing about press freedom in the world's largest Muslim nation.

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Radio 1 Rap Show host Tiffany Calver 'won't tolerate' misogynistic lyrics

New host Tiffany Calver says it's up to "everyone" to speak up against misogyny.

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'Hope I don’t get shot today at school’

As Parkland anniversary looms, we asked Texas students how much shootings are on their mind.

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Running from endometriosis: 'I feel in control again'

Cecile lived with painful symptoms of endometriosis for years. Then she found running.

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Anti-Semitism row former MP Jim Sheridan reinstated

Former MP Jim Sheridan has Labour Party suspension lifted following an investigation.

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Police car deaths: Review of 999 and pursuit driving

The AA welcomes the review after four people died in crashes involving patrol vehicles in four days.

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'Millions' of fake cigarettes seized in UK

Councils last year found fake and untaxed cigarettes hidden in shop walls and toilet cisterns.

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Big Garden Birdwatch: The winners and losers over 40 years

The RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch records the birds people spot and uses the data to track their numbers.

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Paper review: NHS gene test and gaming addicts in care

A plan to map patients' DNA and concerns over children playing online games are among a varied set of stories on the front pages.

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Destination UK: Following migrants for a week, through four European ports

BBC Correspondent Colin Campbell visits four European ports migrants are using to get to the UK.

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Driver jailed after mother lost unborn baby in Somerton crash

A woman, who lost her unborn baby, and her daughter were also injured in the crash caused by Stuart Wells.

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Cyclist fined for hitting horse in Windsor Triathlon

Iain Plumb is fined after he collided with a horse while trying to undertake it during a race.

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Brazil mining dam collapse leaves '200 missing'

Local officials say rescue teams have been dispatched in the south-east state of Minas Gerais.

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PC murder bid charge after shots fired in Castle Cary

Daniel Hannam, 32, of no fixed address, has been charged with the attempted murder of a police officer.

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Trump announces deal to lift shutdown

US partial shutdown to be lifted temporarily as President Trump announces deal to fund government while talks go on.

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Ariana Grande rings up a record-breaking number one

The star scores her fourth number one with 7 Rings, shattering a streaming record in the process.

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Cat gives Ashtead dog-walkers paws for thought

A man who takes his cat on a lead describes people's reactions in the local park.

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Emiliano Sala: Sister of missing Cardiff striker makes search plea

Cardiff striker Emiliano Sala and pilot Dave Ibbotson have not been seen since their plane vanished.

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UK asylum claim delays 'unacceptably high', says leaked document

New applications rose by at least 20% in the last three months of 2018, a leaked Home Office report says.

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Zimbabwe's Mugabe 'lost $1m in stolen briefcase'

State-owned media say cleaners are accused of stealing much more than the $150,000 initially reported.

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Peterborough father and baby near miss: Drink-driver jailed

The father, who was standing by the road carrying his son, made a dash for safety.

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Afghanistan's Ghani says 45,000 security personnel killed since 2014

More than 45,000 security personnel have been killed since 2014, President Ashraf Ghani says.

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Four dead in air collision on France-Italy border

A helicopter and a light aircraft collided in the Italian Alps, killing four people and injuring two.

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Flights halted into New York airport

Flights are halted into New York's LaGuardia Airport due to air traffic control staffing shortages as shutdown goes on.

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McDonald's serves chicken nuggets in Happy Meal veggie wraps

The fast-food chain has apologised to customers and says they have made changes in kitchens to correct mistakes.

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Afrikaans scrapped at South Africa's University of Pretoria

Lessons at the University of Pretoria will now mostly be in English, in the hopes of "transforming the culture".

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Exhibition shows human face of race relations laws

A photographic exhibition in Parliament explores the impact of race relations legislation in the UK.

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Facebook to integrate WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger

Facebook plans to integrate its messaging services on Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger.

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Trump ally and political strategist, but who is Roger Stone?

The 66-year-old supposedly spurns socks, and has a tattoo of Richard Nixon on his back.

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Cambridge bride delighted at pockets-pose picture response

Eve Paterson and her bridesmaids kept snacks in the pockets of the specially designed dresses.

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Greece vote settles 27-year Macedonia row

Greek parliament votes narrowly to back unpopular deal on renaming neighbour North Macedonia, settling 27-year row

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Rare angel shark spotted in Wales

The endangered species has been reported to be living in Welsh waters.

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Lawn Tennis Association 'missed chances' to stop abuse

The Lawn Tennis Association missed many warnings about sex abuse at Wrexham Tennis Centre, a report says.

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Indonesia flash flood sweeps away entire longhouse

Thousands of people are being evacuated as flash floods uproot homes after heavy rains in Sulawesi.

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Cervical smear: The 30 second test that could save your life

Chloe Delevingne had a cervical smear test live on the Victoria Derbyshire programme, to help raise awareness.

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Trump ally Stone faces seven charges

Trump ally Roger Stone charged with seven counts in Mueller probe, including obstruction and witness-tampering

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How 'Dad's scar tweet' restored my self-confidence

After a father posted on Twitter his daughter did not like her scar, she was overwhelmed with support.

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Speedboat killer: Jack Shepherd appears in court

Jack Shepherd was on the run during his trial, when he was convicted of killing Charlotte Brown.

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Mother's appeal after boy diagnosed with autism when he just needed antibiotics

A mother was told her child had autism and mental health issues when he was suffering from a treatable infection.

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Primark customer finds 'human bone' in sock

The store apologised after a customer made the find at its Colchester store.

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Australian Open 2019: Novak Djokovic beats Lucas Pouille to set up Rafael Nadal final

Novak Djokovic sets up a tantalising Australian Open final against Rafael Nadal by thrashing Lucas Pouille in a one-sided semi-final.

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Bohemian Rhapsody excluded by LGBT award show

The Freddie Mercury film was denied a Glaad award after its director was accused of sexual assault.

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Family believe 'Thai bride' dumped in Yorkshire Dales could be missing relative

A press conference in Thailand heard that a family believe the woman is their missing relative.

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Oscars 2019: How controversial James Bulger film Detainment was made

Why Detainment was made, why it's caused so much anguish - and why it might win an Oscar.

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Brexit: 'Significant disruption' from no deal, says chancellor

The chancellor warns the UK economy would suffer in a no deal Brexit - in the short and long term.

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Tina Malone summoned over Bulger killer Venables ID case

Tina Malone is served with a High Court summons over a social media post allegedly showing Jon Venables.

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London Pride beers sold to Japanese firm

London-based brewer Fuller's is selling its beer and cider business to Asahi of Japan for £250m.

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Sports journalist Hugh McIlvanney dies, aged 84

The writer and broadcaster, who was 84, covered some of the most significant sporting events during a 60-year career.

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Australian woman bitten by snake in toilet

She "jumped off her seat" after receiving the non-venomous strike in the dark, a snake handler says.

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In pictures: How Australians are enduring record heat

Prolonged extreme temperatures have pushed people and animals to the limit, as these images show.

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Emiliano Sala: Probe into missing footballer's flight

Emiliano Sala was flying from Nantes to Cardiff when his flight disappeared near Alderney on Monday.

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Textile sector "rife" with exploitation and underpayment

Latest HMRC figures on failure to pay the minimum wage spark concerns of "fear and intimidation".

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News Daily: Queen's unity message and more generous Brexit deal call

Your morning briefing for 25 January 2019.

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Venezuela crisis: Guaidó hints at 'amnesty' for Maduro

Self-declared leader Juan Guaidó also appeals to the powerful army, after receiving foreign backing.

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Food allergies: Tougher labelling law to prevent deaths

The tougher rules are being called "Natasha's law" after a girl who died from a Pret a Manger sandwich.

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Clampdown on luring students with unconditional offers

Some unconditional offers are "akin to pressure selling", the regulator says.

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Matthew Flinders: Australia explorer's remains found in HS2 dig

Matthew Flinders led the first circumnavigation of Australia and was buried in London in 1814.

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Restaurant gets death threats over anti-Brexit receipts

A London restaurant owner says he won't remove the message on receipts, which celebrates immigration.

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The unexpected secrets of laughter

Laughter has a powerful purpose far beyond just reacting to jokes.

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The mystery tracks being 'forced' on your Spotify

Mysterious musicians have cropped up on Spotify accounts. How did they get there - and do they point to a security problem?

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'What my dad's dementia taught me'

Many South Asians in the UK do not seek help for dementia, the BBC's Rajan Datar has discovered.

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Brexit: How many trade deals has the UK done?

The UK says it want to replicate the EU's trade agreements "as far as possible".

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The vegan leather brewed in a lab

We've had vegan burgers and sausage rolls, could animal-free clothing be our next obsession?

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Can stars ever shake off their famous TV characters?

We look at whether actors can have successful careers once the show that made them famous ends.

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Could dancing pandas persuade you to buy new sports shoes?

How retailers are trying to make in-store shopping more exciting and fun with interactive experiences.

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Taking work-life balance to the extremes

Marion and Alex tour the world with their son teaching and performing hair-raising acrobatic tricks.

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Quiz of the Week: Whose raspberry might be golden?

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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The amazing musician who can’t play in time

Can a new invention help a blind musical virtuoso see the conductor’s baton and play in time with an orchestra?

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Rare angel sharks found living off Wales

Sightings from fishing boats suggest the mysterious angel shark is present in Welsh waters.

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Big Garden Birdwatch: Public poised for wildlife survey

About 500,000 could take part on the 40th anniversary of the world's largest survey of its kind.

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Big rise in atmospheric CO2 expected in 2019

The Met Office says that the amount of CO2 in the atmosphere in 2019 will rise at near record pace.

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Senior Florida official quits after blackface images emerge

Michael Ertel quits his top post after pictures of him dressed as a Hurricane Katrina victim emerge.

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Rocking like a baby promotes better sleep in adults

Slow rocking at night stimulates deeper and longer sleep in adults, suggests a new study.

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Skinny genes the 'secret to staying slim'

Healthy thin people stay slim because they are genetically different, Scientists say.

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The Papers: Salmond charged and Brexit 'madness'

The papers cover the former Scottish first minister's attempted rape charge and no-deal Brexit fears.

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Brexit: Push for more generous EU no-deal offer

Some EU states want to give UK airlines and hauliers more access than that proposed by the European Commission.

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Queen makes plea for Britons to find 'common ground'

The Queen's remarks have been seen as a comment on Brexit, ahead of a key Commons vote next week.

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US shutdown: Senate rejects bills to reopen government

Duelling legislation to end the shutdown fails in the Senate, as the gridlock continues.

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Bloody Sunday: Soldier N's solicitor says he has died

Soldier N was one of 18 ex-soldiers being considered for prosecution over Bloody Sunday

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Venezuela crisis: US vows to 'disconnect' Maduro's funding

The US aims to pressure Venezuela's president Nicolás Maduro after labelling him "illegitimate".

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Venezuela crisis: Is Maduro or Guaidó in charge?

Opposition leader Juan Guaidó has declared himself interim president, and the US is backing him.

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Abducted teen receives own reward money

The teen who escaped captivity after her parents were killed will receive the reward offer on her case.

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UK starts returning cross-Channel migrants to France

The Home Office says it wants to deter people from making the "dangerous crossings" in small boats.

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Dalek shed museum faces extermination over planning rules

A council says the shed housing the replica Doctor Who villain has broken planning rules.

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Bulger film director 'won't withdraw' from Oscars race

Vincent Lambe will not take his film off the Oscars list despite a plea from James Bulger's mother.

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Adolf Hitler paintings: Berlin police seize 'fake' works at auction

The watercolour paintings were confiscated during a raid after police received a tip-off.

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More distilleries in England than Scotland for first time

A growing thirst for "quintessentially English" gin prompts a 620% rise in producers since 2010.

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Essex man who 'taunted' police from Dubai jailed

On-the-run criminal Adam Ali used his Instagram account to pose with expensive cars and watches.

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Diana Athill, author and editor, dies aged 101

She worked with writers Margaret Atwood and VS Naipaul and was a successful author in her own right.

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Crash death mum Laura Hopes 'distracted by children'

Laura Hopes and her son Alfie were killed in the pile-up on the A38 in Cornwall, an inquest hears.

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Pregnant women to get more job protection

New parents returning to work are set to receive greater protection from redundancy under new plans.

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Doomsday Clock frozen at two minutes to apocalypse

The symbolic Doomsday Clock is held at two minutes to midnight - amid warnings of a "new abnormal".

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'We are angry, we are desperate'

Brutal beatings and rising inflation are proving a noxious mix in Zimbabwe.

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Brexit: Hammond says no deal would betray referendum promises

Labour calls on the chancellor to resign after he warns about leaving the EU without a deal.

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What Zuckerberg's goat tells us about tech billionaires

From slaughtering goats to prepping for the apocalypse, their habits aren't exactly normal.

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Adolf Hitler paintings of 'no artistic value' on sale in Berlin

Auctioneers said the paintings had "no artistic value", but they could sell for thousands of euros.

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Pink Floyd's Roger Waters hopes for more Syrian rescues after flying boys out

Guitarist Roger Waters flew a mother to pick up her two stranded sons, who had been stuck in Syria.

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Billionaire Ken Griffin pays record $238m for Manhattan apartment

A penthouse apartment at 220 Central Park South is sold to hedge fund manager Ken Griffin.

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Sophie Lionnet: French au pair killer in conviction appeal

Ouissem Medouni and Sabrina Koudier murdered Sophie Lionnet and burnt her body in their garden.

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National Union of Students cuts half of staff over financial woes

The organisation says it accepted 54 voluntary redundancies in response to its "financial issues".

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Does gum disease play key role in Alzheimer's?

Scientists say it may have a "central role" in Alzheimer's, so should we worry more about our oral health?

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Emiliano Sala: Search for footballer and pilot called off

Search for missing footballer Emiliano Sala and pilot David Ibbotson called off after rescuers fail to find plane

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Iceland removed own label from 17 products rather than palm oil

The supermarket giant promised to remove palm oil from all of its own-brand products by the end of 2018.

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Amazon Scout robots take to pavements in Washington State

The online retail giant is latest to experiment with delivery via pavement robot.

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Reality Check: Is crime up or down?

Crime statistics are regularly disputed so here's what the numbers mean.

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Venezuela crisis: Russia condemns bid to 'usurp power' from Maduro

Moscow says the move to declare a new head of state, backed by the US, is a "path of bloodshed".

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Oscars 2019: Bulger mother calls on director to drop out of awards

Denise Fergus says the director of the film about her son's murder should "withdraw" from the Oscars race.

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Mental health at work: We agree with Prince William's message

These people say the duke is right: we should be talking about mental health at work.

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Venezuela crisis: Maduro cuts ties with US after it recognises opposition leader

Venezuela's leader lashes out after the US recognises Juan Guaidó as interim president.

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England's secondary school league tables published

The tables are based on how teenagers in each school performed in their GCSE exams and A-levels in 2018.

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Crime figures: Violent crime recorded by police rises by 19%

The number of homicides - including murder and manslaughter - also rose by 14%.

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Ex-First Minister Alex Salmond arrested

Former Scotland First Minister Alex Salmond arrested by police

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Wisconsin police officer narrowly avoids sliding car

Daschcam footage shows a car spinning out of control in the US state of Wisconsin, nearly hitting a police officer.

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Speedboat killer: Charlotte Brown's family angry at TV interview

Charlotte Brown's sister says Jack Shepherd showed "unbelievable arrogance" on Georgian television.

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Airbus warns of Brexit 'harmful decisions'

The planemaker says it could shift wing-building out of UK in the future if there is a no-deal Brexit.

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Speedboat killer: Charlotte Brown was 'best friend you could have asked for'

Charlotte Brown was killed in a speedboat accident - her best friend Charlotte Hare remembers her.

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News Daily: Trump's delay and UK's fight against superbugs

Your morning briefing for 24 January 2019.

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US shutdown: Trump delays State of the Union address

The US president acknowledges he cannot deliver his annual speech until the funding row is resolved.

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Real Madrid regains top spot in world football rich list

The Champions League holders are global football's top revenue-generator, according to Deloitte.

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The man who captured his life on camera

Harry Birrell was given a cine-camera at 11 and went on to make more than 400 films on life, love and war.

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'Criminals escaping justice' due to IT system

The system used by nine forces regularly crashes, causing cases to be dropped, officers say.

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Antibiotic resistance plan to fight 'urgent' global threat

The government's five-year plan to fight antibiotic resistance includes cutting unnecessary use of the drugs.

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Oscars 2019: Five female-directed films that were missed

Women are absent from the best director category at the Oscars this year.

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Drop-off baby boxes: Can they help save lives in the US?

Certain US states are permitting anonymous baby hatches where newborns can be left as a "last resort".

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'Super poo donors' wanted

Some people appear to have extra special poo, rich in good bugs, that could help mend sick patients.

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Macedonia and Greece: Why this 27-year row may be about to end

Macedonia's name has been a running sore with its neighbour ever since it came into existence in 1991.

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Davos 2019: How dining in the dark can open your eyes

An evening meal in pitch darkness is the surprising hot ticket at this year's World Economic Forum.

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Knife crime: 'I'll never forget the day I found out what happened to Michael?'

In November 2017, 16-year-old Jhemar Jonas's brother Michael was stabbed to death in south London. Nobody has been convicted of the 17-year-old's murder.

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Vatican II: How a modernising Pope brought change for millions of Catholics

In 1959 Pope John XXIII called all the world’s Catholic bishops and cardinals to Rome to discuss the future of the Church, it led to sweeping reform.

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Brexit: Jargon-busting guide to the key terms

From Article 50 to Backstop, find out what the key terms mean.

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Sex offenders: Public not protected enough, say inspectors

Some sex offenders were put in budget hotels after leaving prison - rather than monitored bail hostels.

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Brexit: Theresa May to meet union leaders for talks

The PM continues meetings over her deal as the chancellor promotes the UK to businesses in Davos.

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Man charged over Bearwood PCSO police chase death

Holly Burke, 28, was off duty when her car was struck by a vehicle involved in a police pursuit.

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Two people dead after Liverpool house fire

The blaze has been extinguished by firefighters and is currently not being treated as suspicious.

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The Papers: Fugitive held and plane tragedy fallout

Speedboat killer Jack Shepherd and the disappearance of Emiliano Sala's plane make the front pages.

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Londonderry bomb: Police seize suspected gun after searches

It has been found during searches connected to a bomb attack in Londonderry on Saturday.

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Barclays bosses 'paid Qatar secret fees'

The Qataris received £322m in undisclosed commission after bailing the bank out in 2008, a court hears.

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A bridge ending centuries of commuter chaos

The 1.9km structure spanning the River Gambia is set to revolutionise trade with Senegal.

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Naomi Osaka: Noodle company apologises for 'white-washing'

The Haitian-Japanese tennis player's appearance in an advert sparks a conversation over race in Japan.

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US shutdown: Trump defies Pelosi over Congress speech

The president says he will deliver the State of the Union speech next week despite calls to postpone it.

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UK pays damages to Cypriot pensioners

A group of Cypriots who claimed they were tortured by British forces in the 1950s win £1m damages.

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Prince William says celebrities shunned mental health charity

The Duke of Cambridge tells business leaders that stars didn't want to be associated with mental illness.

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Venezuela protests: Thousands gather for rally against President Maduro

Thousands protest in Venezuela's capital in a bid to topple President Nicolás Maduro's government.

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Teachers tired of pointless emails

Teachers say they can't stay up all night answering individual email queries from parents.

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Juan Guaidó: US backs opposition as Venezuela president

Donald Trump's move comes as tens of thousands take part in anti-government protests.

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Alec Baldwin pleads guilty in New York parking spot row

The 30 Rock actor will take an anger management class as a part of his discharge agreement.

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Facebook 'sorry' for distressing suicide posts on Instagram

It comes after it emerged a teenage girl took her own life after viewing distressing content online.

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Oscars 2019: Why Black Panther 'won't win' best picture

Radio 1 film critic Ali Plumb explains why superhero films don't pick up the big award at the Oscars.

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UK weather: Commuters warned about ice as temperatures drop

Travellers are advised to allow more time for journeys and take extra care on untreated roads.

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Daily Mail demands browser warning U-turn

A built-in tool in Microsoft's Edge app says the Daily Mail's journalism is often inaccurate.

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Tory MP Michael Fabricant hits back over 'wig jibe'

Michael Fabricant says fellow MP Huw Merriman, who appeared to mock his hair, should be more "grown-up".

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Speedboat killer Jack Shepherd hands himself into police

Man convicted of killing date in speedboat crash in UK hands himself in to police in Georgia after months on run

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Patisserie Valerie reveals stores to close

The failed cafe chain says 920 jobs will be lost due to the closure of 71 outlets.

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Nurse arrested over US care home patient pregnancy

Police in Arizona say they have taken 36-year-old nurse Nathan Sutherland into custody.

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Speedboat killer Jack Shepherd: Georgia link confirmed

Georgian authorities say they are talking to UK law enforcement agencies about the missing killer.

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'I've spent a house deposit on fillers'

Why do people have fillers - and what are the regulations concerning injectable procedures?

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Instagram 'helped kill my daughter'

After Molly Russell took her own life, her family found distressing material through her Instagram account.

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In Pictures: National Television Awards 2019

Some of the most striking pictures of the evening, from the red carpet to the ceremony.

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Eurovision Song Contest 2019: BBC reveals this year's hopefuls

Three songs and six contestants are vying to represent the UK at Eurovision. Here's how they sound.

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Mesh expert failed to declare £100,000 funding

An academic did not declare that he was paid by the maker of one of the mesh implants he was testing.

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EU urges crackdown on 'golden passports' for big investors

EU countries selling passports for investments must watch out for criminal abuse, Brussels warns.

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Iceland continues to sell palm oil products despite pledge

The retailer promised to remove palm oil from all of its own brand products by the end of 2018.

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Charlotte Brown's father tells killer: 'Hand yourself in'

Charlotte Brown's father Graham says fugitive Jack Shepherd should hand himself in and serve his time.

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John Lewis to shut Knight & Lee store in Southsea

It is the chain's first store closure for 12 years, but it insists no other closures are planned.

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