Friday, 31 May 2019

Tory leadership contest: Javid says 'No, no, no' to second referendum

The Tory leadership candidate also said he would not call a general election or revoke Article 50.

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Frank Lucas: Man who inspired American Gangster dies aged 88

Frank Lucas, played on-screen by Denzel Washington, was known for peddling heroin in Harlem.

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Girl and Tonic blogger: 'Giving up booze helped me buy my house'

A blogger who spent £1,000 a month going out says changing her lifestyle has given her "clarity".

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Hells Angels Euro Run: Thirty-four arrested at anniversary event

The event marks the 50th anniversary of the creation of the first Hells Angels biker club in the UK.

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Deaths of indigenous women 'a Canadian genocide', leaked report says

Leaked national report describes possibly thousands of deaths of indigenous women as genocide.

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Hungary boat crash: Strong currents hamper rescue efforts

South Korea vows to continue the hunt for survivors as rescuers struggle in the fast-flowing waters.

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MacKenzie Bezos: Novelist and Amazon shareholder

What do we know about the novelist who is the third-richest woman in the world?

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What is the least valuable British coin ever?

Is the current 1p piece the least valuable British coin since the currency was unified in 1707?

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Tiananmen 30 years on - China's great act of 'forgettance'

Older people are not allowed to remember; the younger generation aren't even allowed to know.

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UK's Chagos Islands descendants feel like 'lost nation'

Evicted from their homeland, Chagos Islands families living in the UK are divided by immigration law.

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Venezuela crisis: What happened to uprising against Maduro?

A beleaguered people say they had hopes their misery would end but now they go back to one thing - survival.

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Sayyida Salme: The tragic life of Zanzibar's rebel princess

Sayyida Salme is a little known 19th Century princess who fled Zanzibar after scandalising the royals.

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Week in pictures: 25-31 May 2019

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

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Educated and 'estranged': Getting through uni without the bank of mum and dad

When student finance doesn’t stretch and you have no parents for help – how do you make it through your degree?

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The woman fighting back against India's rape culture

When a man tried to rape Usha Vishwakarma she decided to fight back by setting up self-defence classes for women and girls.

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Champions League final: Visiting Sadio Mane's hometown

BBC Africa's Babacar Diarra visits Sadio Mane's hometown in Senegal.

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Novichok PC's parents criticise planned BBC drama

The two-part series will focus on the impact of the 2018 nerve agent poisonings on Salisbury.

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Extinction Rebellion plans Heathrow drone protest

Extinction Rebellion says it will stage a 10-day demonstration unless expansion plans are cancelled.

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Scotland's cleanest beaches win awards

Dozens of Scottish locations are recognised in a Keep Scotland Beautiful campaign.

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Iderval da Silva death: Boy, 16, charged with murder

Brazilian national Iderval da Silva died after he was attacked by a group trying to steal his moped.

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Thursday, 30 May 2019

News Daily: CBI's 'no-deal' warning to Tories, and Trump's Mexico tariffs

Your morning briefing for 31 May 2019.

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Ex-Chelsea manager Conte appointed Inter Milan boss

Former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is appointed Inter Milan manager, replacing the sacked Luciano Spalletti.

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Claus von Bülow: Socialite cleared of trying to murder his wife dies aged 92

Danish-born socialite was convicted then later acquitted of giving his wealthy heiress wife an insulin overdose.

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JP Morgan to pay historic settlement in paternity leave case

The Wall Street bank will pay $5m to settle a paternity case which lawyers say is the first of its kind.

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'Bullied for being deaf, now I do martial arts'

A mixed martial arts club set up for disabled fighters is giving people a chance to develop their skills.

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Philippines sends tonnes of rubbish back to Canada

The Philippines says the rubbish was falsely labelled as plastic recycling when it was sent in 2014.

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Dating apps users 'more likely to have unhealthy attitudes to weight'

The US research found vomiting, laxative use and fasting were among the most common methods used.

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Fran Rivera: Bullfighter sparks revenge porn row in Spain

Spanish women hit back at Fran Rivera's comments after a revenge porn victim took her own life.

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The man who might have stopped Sri Lanka's Easter bombings

Few realised before the attacks that Sri Lanka had a problem with Islamist militancy. One man who did was Mohammad Razak Taslim.

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Neil and Katya on Strictly Come Dancing and 'surviving'

The married professionals put the Seann Walsh kiss controversy behind them with a new show.

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'I was so naive': Cheryl reflects on fame

"I'd no idea what I was getting into," says the star as she flips through a scrapbook of her career.

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The sea-cooled eco-resort that's nearly mosquito-free

The Brando resort in French Polynesia is close to being carbon neutral and self-sustainable.

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Australia's 'new wave' of stereotype-shunning comedy

A new era of "seriously formidable" acts have shunned past stereotypes to find global success.

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Trump announces tariffs on all Mexico goods in latest anti-immigration measure

The US president says rising tariffs will be imposed from 10 June until illegal immigration ends.

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My Ramadan Diary: Fasting for 18 hours with depression and anxiety

We spent the day with Maryam to find out how she copes with her mental health issues while fasting for Ramadan.

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Champions League final: Everything you need to know

Liverpool and Tottenham face each other in the final in Madrid. Football broadcaster Lynsey Hooper gives her guide to the game.

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Quiz of the Week: Which musician was honoured with a bench?

Have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days?

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Donald Trump's UK visit: What’s he bringing with him?

The incredible aircraft, vehicles and entourage that will be accompanying the US president in June.

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Letting agency 'ousts tenants and takes belongings'

Three tenants say they arrived home to find locks had been changed and rooms emptied.

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Hungary boat crash: Captain of vessel involved in collision arrested

The collision between the vessel and a tour boat in Budapest has left at least seven people dead.

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St Michael's Mount: 'Fairytale' island needs new gardener

St Michael's Mount, a mystical island with its own castle, is looking for a new gardener.

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R. Kelly facing 11 more sex crime charges

The new charges carry heavier sentences than the 11 others he already faces.

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Measles record means US could lose elimination status

US health officials warn the country may lose its "measles elimination status" amid multiple outbreaks.

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Special educational needs children and parents hold protest

Children with special educational needs and their parents hold a number of protests across the country to highlight what they say is a funding 'crisis'.

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VIP abuse accuser Carl Beech 'confided in counsellor' before police report

Before making allegations to police, Carl Beech told a counsellor about alleged abuse, a trial hears.

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Chief medical officer considering tax on unhealthy food

A tax on baby food, pizzas and cakes could subsidise fruit and vegetables, the chief medical officer says.

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Cricket World Cup: England beat South Africa by 104 runs in opener

Jofra Archer and Ben Stokes light up The Oval as England beat South Africa to get their World Cup campaign off to a winning start.

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Netflix price increase for UK customers

The company says costs are going up because of the investment it's made in new TV and film.

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What's it like window cleaning London's tallest buildings?

John Patey is proud he is responsible for cleaning "the best building in London", 52 floors up.

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Man killed in Edinburgh street in daylight stabbing

The man in his 20s is killed by another man during an attack in Johnston Terrace in Edinburgh.

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European elections: How disinformation spread in Facebook groups

Closed online groups were targeted by disinformation in run-up to European elections.

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JK Rowling to release new Harry Potter eBooks

The Harry Potter author is releasing a non-fiction eBooks series based on the lessons taught at Hogwarts.

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Donald Trump 'may' meet Boris Johnson and Nigel Farage

US president praises the two politicians as "friends" and "good guys" ahead of his UK state visit.

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Google and Apple criticise GCHQ eavesdropping idea

The tech giants are among 47 organisations to hit out at a plan to look at encrypted messages.

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Ilford murder: 'Coercive' husband battered wife to death

The man used a hammer and machete to kill the woman he wrongly suspected was having an affair.

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Baby born size of an apple defies odds to survive

Saybie is believed to be the world's smallest infant to survive after weighing just 8.6 ounces or 245 grams at birth.

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Trump assails 'totally conflicted' Robert Mueller

The US president launches a fierce personal attack on the special counsel in the Russia inquiry.

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Boeing admits it 'fell short' on safety alert for 737

Boeing admits it fell short on implementing a safety alert system on the 737 Max

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5G put to the test on the street

BBC News puts 5G mobile connectivity to the test on two phones, downloading a podcast.

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Company criticised for paying female staff to wear skirts

A Russian aluminium manufacturer is paying female employees cash bonuses to wear skirts or dresses to work.

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Grenfell Tower fire: Campaigners welcome new inquiry panel

Grenfell United campaigners say the new appointments mark a step towards justice for the fire's victims.

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What is the minimum wage?

The government has launched a review of the effect of minimum wages.

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Guidance on therapy for rape victims needs urgent review - Labour

Labour says CPS guidance is discouraging victims from seeking counselling while a trial is ongoing.

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Bridge cat 'stuck' for six days walks home after failed rescue

Hatty spent six days trapped on a bridge before wandering home to relieved owner Kirsty Howden.

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BBC tech correspondent Rory Cellan-Jones reveals Parkinson's diagnosis

The journalist shared the news after TV viewers noticed a hand tremor during a report on new 5G technology.

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Tory leadership contest: Iain Duncan Smith warns of 'chaos'

Former party leader calls for shake-up of rules, as 11 MPs vie to replace Theresa May.

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Alfie Lamb: 'Car seat crush' death mum jailed

Adrian Hoare was found guilty of child cruelty following the death of her three-year-old son.

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Student loans: Would the proposed changes help poorer students?

A government-commissioned review proposes changes to the student finance system. Are they better for poorer students?

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Psychiatrists call for warnings over antidepressant withdrawal

Some patients can suffer severe symptoms if they come off the drugs too quickly, doctors say.

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Lightwater Valley theme park: Boy airlifted to hospital

The condition of the injured child is not known, the Yorkshire Air Ambulance says.

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Death Stranding: What we know about the new PS4 game

We've just got more details about the debut game by Hideo Kojima's Kojima Productions.

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Conrad Black plans return to the Lords after Trump pardon

The former media mogul, Conrad Black served 42 months in prison on multiple counts of criminal fraud but seven years after his release, President Trump issued him with a pardon.

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Children whitening skin to avoid racial hate crime, NSPCC finds

Children as young as 10 alter their appearance to avoid being bullied or racially abused - NSPCC.

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Chakrabarti: Alastair Campbell exclusion should be reviewed

Labour threw out ex-Blair adviser after he announced he had voted for the Lib Dems.

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Instagram: 'I don't want people to be ashamed of their scars'

People with a history of self-harm discuss Instagram's rules over removing images showing healed scars.

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Julian Assange 'too ill' to appear for court hearing, says lawyer

WikiLeaks says its founder has been moved to the medical ward of Belmarsh Prison.

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'World's smallest' surviving premature baby released from US hospital

Baby Saybie was given just hours to live when she was born weighing just 245g (8.6oz) in San Diego.

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5G: EE launches UK's next-generation mobile network

BT's EE switches on its next-generation 5G mobile network with a Stormzy gig.

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Netflix chef on 'disturbing' lack of diversity

Chef Samin Nosrat says she is disturbed by the lack of diversity in the food industry.

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Leeds railway disruption: Lines blocked and services cancelled

Officials say the disruption is expected to last until at least 12:00 BST due to a trespasser.

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White House 'asked Navy to hide warship USS John S. McCain'

President Donald Trump denies making the request, saying he was "not informed about anything".

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Ed Davey: Lib Dems wants to stop Brexit 'democratically'

The leadership hopeful says no one knew what Brexit meant.

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Disney could pull productions from Georgia over abortion law

Disney's CEO says it would be "difficult " to over-rule people who didn't want to work in the state.

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Wednesday, 29 May 2019

News Daily: Tuition fees 'should be cut', and Chelsea's Europa League joy

Your morning briefing for 30 May 2019.

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More Democrats call for impeachment after Mueller makes statement

Three more Democratic presidential hopefuls join chorus calling for President Trump's impeachment.

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Fukushima: How to move a mountain of radioactive soil

Eight years after the disaster at the Japanese nuclear power station, the clean-up is continuing.

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Online usage grows, but so do social media concerns - Ofcom study

Most people say the internet improves their lives, but 70% would support tougher social media laws.

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Eight child stair gate models fail Which? safety tests

Consumer group Which? warns parents of safety risk after eight out of 12 stair gates fail its tests.

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Gym class where Muslim women can take of their hijabs

Hafsah began women-only gym classes because she prefers to take off her headscarf when exercising.

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Brexit: How the timetable to 31 October could unfold

MPs will only sit for about 50 days between now and the 31 October Brexit deadline.

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The mystery of the 'identical' Miss India contestants

A photo of this year's finalists has placed them at the centre of a storm over skin colour.

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Cartoon scavenger hunts brighten Portland

Wooden cutouts of famous cartoon characters and memes are popping up all over the city in Oregon.

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'I didn't understand what transgender was'

These children became closer to their dad when he became a woman. This is their story.

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How the Tiananmen Square protests changed my life

Dan Wang was a student leader at the Tiananmen Square protests in China in 1989. After the violent crackdown by the security services he was at the top of the 'most wanted' list.

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Octavia Spencer: Ditching the 'sassy black woman' for horror

The Oscar winner on why she hopes horror film MA, her first lead role, can change Hollywood for black actresses.

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What are the real reasons behind Venezuela’s blackouts?

The country's political crisis is resulting in power cuts and blackouts - is it sabotage, or something simpler?

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Young adults benefit from better pay

The proportion of low-paid workers in Britain has fallen to its lowest level since 1980, a think tank says.

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Brexit shutdown slashes UK car production by 45%

Brexit shutdowns in April almost halve UK car production

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Cameroon atrocity: What happened after Africa Eye found who killed this woman

BBC Africa Eye identified who killed a group of women and children last year, but what happened next?

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Jonathan Last uses handstands to 'connect the world'

Jonathan Last uses Instagram to share his love of landmarks and gymnastics.

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UK government 'risks another Windrush' over EU citizens, MPs say

MPs say the government needs to address concerns about the EU settlement scheme to stop another scandal.

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Ultra-processed food linked to early death

People are eating more ultra-processed food - but what impact is it having on their bodies?

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Danielle Jones: Mum's plea for killer to reveal location of body

Danielle Jones, 15, was murdered by her uncle in 2001, who could be released on parole in two years.

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Climate change link to puffin deaths

Climate change played a role in the deaths of thousands of puffins in Alaska, according to a study.

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Tuition fees 'should be cut to £7,500'

A review calls for lower university fees, more for further education but 10 more years of repayments.

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Paper review: Tuition fees review and Boris in court case

The front pages focus on calls to reduce fees for students and allegations against Boris Johnson.

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Hungary: Three dead after boat capsizes on the Danube

The boat, carrying dozens of tourists, capsized after another vessel crashed into it.

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Terrill Thomas death: Family to receive $6.75m settlement

Terrill Thomas died in a Milwaukee jail after officers turned off his water supply for a week.

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Israel to hold fresh election as Netanyahu fails to form coalition

Lawmakers vote to dissolve parliament after Prime Minister Netanyahu fails to form a coalition.

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Michael Spicer: Former Tory MP and ERG founder dies aged 76

The founder of the ERG dies in hospital aged 76 after suffering from Parkinson's and leukaemia.

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Boeing CEO Dennis Muilenburg: 'We apologise to the families'

Dennis Muilenburg gives his first interview since the two 737 Max crashes that killed more than 300 people.

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Bridge cat stuck for six days still stranded after rescue fails

Fire crews offered tasty morsels in a bid to tempt Hatty the cat from her perch - but she wouldn't budge.

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Caster Semenya: Olympic 800m champion files appeal to Swiss court

Olympic champion Caster Semenya files a new appeal to a Swiss court to challenge the decision regarding the restriction of testosterone levels in female runners.

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Abuse accuser Carl Beech 'shown images of potential victims by BBC reporter'

Defendant told police he was shown images of potential victims by journalist, trial hears.

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Carbon credit fraud trial collapses as expert witness was no expert

Evidence against eight fraud defendants had been "cut-and-pasted" from the witness's other cases.

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What's behind the Spice Girls' sound problems?

Experts explain the issues that could be behind the negative comments about the group's comeback.

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Moby cancels UK book tour after Natalie Portman row

The US musician tells fans he's "going to go away for a while".

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Memorial held for ex-Lib Dem leader Lord Paddy Ashdown

A memorial service celebrating the life of Paddy Ashdown takes place in Yeovil.

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Footage of Beatles' only Top of the Pops live show found

David Chandler raids his attic to find a 90-second film of the Fab Four performing Paperback Writer.

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John Cleese criticised for saying London is 'no longer an English city'

The Fawlty Towers star sparks a backlash for saying London is "not really an English city any more".

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Transgender no longer recognised as 'disorder' by WHO

The World Health Organization has amended its classification of transgender health issues.

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'Dangerous' raccoon dog escape prompts police warning

One of the animals reportedly attacked a goat following its escape from an enclosure in Nottinghamshire.

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Nusrat Jahan Rafi: 16 charged in Bangladesh for burning girl alive

The schoolgirl was set on fire after filing a sexual harassment complaint against her principal.

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History of Britain's lidos celebrated

Outdoor swimming enthusiasts Janet Wilkinson and Emma Pusill have documented more than 100 lidos.

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Trump Russia investigation: Robert Mueller to make statement

It will be Robert Mueller's first public statement on the investigation since it started in 2017.

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Being at work on a beautiful but dangerous Ben Nevis

A BBC film crew climb up Britain's highest mountain ahead of another surge of visitors this summer.

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Rocketman flies at box office - but falls short of Bohemian Rhapsody

Elton John's Rocketman doesn't quite hit the same high notes as Bohemian Rhapsody at the box office.

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Apart from Brexit: What else happened in Parliament?

The B-word has dominated the Westminster world - but what else has been going on?

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Good Omens: Seat reserved for Terry Pratchett at world premiere

There was a touching tribute to Terry Pratchett as a TV adaptation of his famous novel was launched.

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Theresa May: What young Tories think about party's future

Students at Reading University want the next leader to settle Brexit and take the fight to Labour.

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Manchester taxi driver stops gold robbery of woman

Police released CCTV footage of the man wrestling a woman to the ground before a taxi driver intervenes.

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What is the Speaker's role in the House of Commons

What is the job of the Speaker of the House of Commons?

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London Bridge inquest: Attacker 'bought pink knives from Lidl'

One of the three attackers was seen on CCTV buying 12in pink kitchen knives at the self-checkout till.

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English 'short-changed on care funding'

Funding per person in Scotland is 43% higher than in England, while in Wales it is 33% higher.

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Eazy-E seaside memorial bench in Newhaven unveiled

The "Godfather of Gangsta Rap" is immortalised in a seaside town with no known hip-hop heritage.

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UK 'needs more overseas vets and architects', say government advisers

Migration rules should be relaxed for some jobs to plug gaps in the labour market, officials say.

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Brexit: Boris Johnson to appear in court over £350m claim

He is accused of misconduct in public office for his claim during the EU referendum in 2016.

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'Giant Christmas bauble' in Thames sparks bomb alert

An "unexploded device" on the banks of the River Thames turns out to be an oversized decoration.

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Pokémon Sleep app: 'We want to turn sleep into entertainment'

How long a user has slept for and when they wake up will be a part of game play.

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Labour: Alastair Campbell expulsion 'spiteful', says Tom Watson

Labour's deputy leader attacks his own party for "resorting to expulsions" when it "should be listening".

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Scotland 3-2 Jamaica: Cuthbert scores screamer in World Cup warm-up

Watch Erin Cuthbert's "sensational" goal in Scotland's 3-2 win over Jamaica in their final World Cup warm-up match.

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Heathrow parcel bomb linked to 2014 letter bombs by police

Packages sent to London and Glasgow in March are similar to those sent to army career offices.

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F1 stars attend Mass for racing legend

They are among thousands paying tributes to the late Austrian driver at a Mass in Vienna.

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Woman infertile after doctors removed wrong fallopian tube

Surgeons removed Chelsie Thomas's healthy fallopian tube by mistake after an ectopic pregnancy.

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Grenfell Tower council made £129m from property deals

Survivors of the disaster accuse Kensington and Chelsea council of neglecting its residents.

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Westlife fans left standing after Glasgow seat delay

Fans who had paid extra for premium seats were left jostling for views after their chairs failed to arrive on time.

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Tuesday, 28 May 2019

New Zealand budget: National party denies hacking Treasury

New Zealand's opposition party says it wasn't behind 2,000 hacking attempts on government systems.

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Indyref2 'framework' bill to be published at Holyrood

The Scottish government wants to hold a new independence referendum in the second half of 2020.

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Kit Harington: Game of Thrones star getting help for 'personal issues'

The Game of Thrones star has spoken recently of the stress of finishing work on the hit show.

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News Daily: Council cash reserve crisis, and Bercow 'staying'

Your morning briefing for 29 May 2019.

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Huawei: US move to blacklist firm sets a 'dangerous precedent'

Huawei says the US is "using the strength of an entire nation to come after a private company".

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Australia's 'Egg Boy' gives donations to NZ attack survivors

The Australian teenager was flooded with donations after egging a controversial far-right lawmaker.

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John Bercow plans to stay on as Commons Speaker

The MP, who faces accusations of anti-Brexit bias, says it 'doesn't to me seem sensible' to quit.

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Port Talbot Banksy mural: 'I don't think I'll miss it'

Garage owner says he will be glad to see the back of the Banksy, which he sold for a six-figure sum.

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University of Essex 'sorry' for sex complaint delays

The University of Essex apologises for breaching its own 60-day target for handling complaints.

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Belgium's ex-King Albert II submits DNA in paternity case

Albert II provides a sample to avoid daily fines amid claims he fathered a love-child in the 1960s.

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The Yazidi family reunited after being IS slaves

Thousands of Yazidis were killed or enslaved by IS but Nashaat and his mother survived, and are about to be reunited.

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The diggers guided by satellites and drones

Moving earth is messy - but new technology means we can dig with an accuracy of a few centimetres.

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Homeless and disabled: ‘I’m at my wits’ end’

Stories from the streets of Birmingham of disabled and homeless men struggling to find a permanent home.

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Hidden disability: The young film-maker shining a light on hidden illness

Ashleigh Harley is making a documentary to raise awareness of her rare health condition and change Paralympics policy.

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The preachers getting rich from poor Americans

Some televangelists ask people to give cash to earn financial favour from God - it's often the hardest-up giving their last pennies.

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Could making recycling pay save the planet?

Encouraging recycling as a moral good may not make sense.

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Is the world becoming more gay-friendly?

Attitudes towards gay people are more tolerant in some countries, but others buck the trend.

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Are rare earth minerals China's trump card in its trade war with US?

There is speculation that China might restrict rare earth minerals to the US. What could the impact be?

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Michael Dunlop: The man who lost a brother, father & uncle to biking, but races on

Michael Dunlop's brother, father and uncle all died racing motorbikes. He continues to shine as one of the sport's most brilliant riders.

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NCA investigates how owner afforded £80m London homes

UK investigators use anti-corruption orders to demand the source of a foreign official's wealth.

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Biden team says Trump's taunts 'beneath dignity of the office'

The Biden camp accuses President Trump of siding "repeatedly with a murderous dictator".

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Divorcee's touching Craigslist ad about moving on

A writer posts a heartfelt Craigslist ad of items for sale from her New York flat after a break-up.

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Growing crops in the shadow of Fukushima

Eight years on from the nuclear disaster, people are being allowed to return to Okuma in Japan.

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WH Smith 'worst' retailer in UK, says Which? survey

The retailer was criticised for "poor" value for money and service in a survey of 7,700 shoppers.

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Britain First's Paul Golding 'admits attack' in secret recording

Paul Golding has been secretly recorded admitting to attacking his former deputy, Jayda Fransen.

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Natwest most complained about bank for fraud claims

NatWest is the most complained about bank when it comes to handling fraud claims, BBC Watchdog finds.

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English councils warned on 'running out' of reserve cash

"Systemic underfunding" means they are drawing on reserves, the Local Government Association says.

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Tory leadership contest: James Cleverly joins contenders

Former deputy party chairman is the latest to throw their hat into the ring to become prime minister.

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Real Madrid 'most valuable club in Europe', says KPMG

The Spanish club tops KPMG's study of top sides' "enterprise value", ahead of Man Utd and Bayern Munich.

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Malaysia orders tonnes of imported waste to be returned

The country's government says it has become a dumping ground for wealthier nations.

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EU Commission: France and Germany differ on Brussels' top job

France and Germany differ as leaders consider who takes the key EU roles after parliamentary elections.

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Jamie Carragher Twitter prank causes mobile meltdown

Scott Forsyth received 50,000 WhatsApp messages when Jamie Carragher accidentally posted his phone number.

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Brexit: 'Best option' is to leave with a deal, says May

Theresa May has said she will not comment on the views of those trying to succeed her, but "the best option for the UK is to leave the European Union with a deal."

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Andrea Dunbar: The teenage Bradford 'genius' who told it like it was

Andrea Dunbar's plays shocked audiences in the 1980s - now her own life has been turned into a play.

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BBC to host Tory leader TV debates

The winner of the Conservative party leadership race is set to become the UK's next prime minister.

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Boots review puts 200 stores at risk of closure

The High Street chain is reviewing areas where it has more than one store.

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BBC accused of plagiarising 'Slay in Your Lane' slogan

A writer says a poster "rips off" her book's title, and tries to "piggyback" on the movement's success.

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MacKenzie Bezos pledges to donate half her $37bn fortune

The ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos pledges to give half of her $37bn fortune to charity.

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Spencer Matthews at jeweller's during armed robbery

Made in Chelsea's Spencer Matthews says he was collecting a vintage watch when armed robbers struck.

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Last male Sumatran rhino in Malaysia dies

The future of the critically endangered Sumatran rhino has been struck a blow, with the death of Malaysia's last male.

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Gavin & Stacey: Why we fell in love with Barry Island

The hit BBC sitcom is returning for a one-off Christmas special.

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London Bridge attack inquest: Steroids 'unlikely' to have affected behaviour

Steroids were unlikely to have made the London Bridge attackers more aggressive, an inquest hears.

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Alastair Campbell 'expelled' from Labour Party

Tony Blair's former spin doctor and People's Vote campaigner says he was kicked out after voting Lib Dem.

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Amnesty loses five bosses after report on 'toxic workplace'

Several senior leaders have left Amnesty International, after a report said bullying was rife.

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Muslim Council demands Tory Islamophobia inquiry

The Muslim Council of Britain says a problem "runs deep into the party" and is demanding an inquiry.

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JLS star Oritse Williams not guilty of rape

Oritse Williams denied raping the woman after a concert in Wolverhampton in December 2016.

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Equality watchdog launches Labour anti-Semitism probe

The Equality and Human Rights Commission has received a number of complaints about discrimination.

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Teen shop worker goes ‘above and beyond’ for autistic girl

A proud father share's his son's "celebration alert" from work for his patience with an autistic girl.

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Lundy Island's seabirds triple after rat removal

Puffins and Manx shearwater are among the birds to have increased in number on Lundy Island.

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Australian jailed for UK backpacker's kidnap and rape ordeal

Marcus Martin held Briton Elisha Greer hostage on a month-long road trip across Queensland.

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Britain's Got Talent: Amanda Holden sorry for swearing in The Haunting act

The Britain's Got Talent judge let slip a very rude word while taking part in a ghost act.

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'Holy Spirit' saves German driver from speeding fine

Police decide to "leave the speeder in peace" after a perfectly placed white dove obscures his face.

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More sounds problems at Spice Girls show

One fan left 45 minutes early because she could not hear the band at Cardiff's Principality Stadium.

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Gavin and Stacey: James Corden announces Christmas special

The actor shares a picture of a script for a new Christmas special of the TV comedy.

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Monday, 27 May 2019

Isaac Powner: Tributes to man who died after Radio 1's Big Weekend

Isaac Powner's sister posts a tribute to her brother with a warning about men's mental health.

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Man dies on plane after ingesting 246 cocaine bags

The flight from Mexico City made an emergency landing after the Japanese passenger began having seizures.

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News Daily: Hunt's no-deal Brexit warning, and EU election fallout

Your morning briefing for 28 May 2019.

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Non-emergency 101 calls to become free

The Home Office will abolish the 15p charge from April 2020, spending £5m to fund the service.

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Tory leadership contest: Jeremy Hunt warns against no-deal Brexit 'suicide'

The foreign secretary says a no-deal policy could see the Tories "annihilated" in a general election.

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Brazil jail violence: Forty-two inmates found dead at separate prisons

The deaths in northern Amazonas state come a day after 15 prisoners were killed in gang violence.

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PIP breast implant scandal: Victims visited by bailiffs

Women who had faulty PIP breast implants fear they may have to pay back compensation.

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Fertility paradox in male beauty quest

Men paradoxically damage their ability to have children during efforts to make themselves look more attractive.

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London Stansted airport 'worst in UK for delays'

The airport blames "adverse weather and air traffic control issues" for its 25-minute average delay.

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Port Talbot Banksy mural move to get under way

After weeks of preparation, a team of contractors are set to move the 4.5-tonne Banksy mural.

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Nigel Farage: How election success brings Brexit crusader's career full circle

The Brexit Party's EU elections success has made Nigel Farage the UK's most talked-about politician again.

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The tablet computer pulled by donkey

Communities in Mozambique learn about health, banking and elections via giant interactive screens.

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Who are the Muslim community patrols protecting US mosques?

A group of Muslim-Americans have begun patrolling New York mosques in a controversial safety measure.

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Facebook facing most probes by Irish data regulator

Big tech companies are feeling the heat as the General Data Protection Regulation gathers momentum.

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Six shocking things we've learned from the Nxivm trial

Skin branding ceremonies, blackmail and punishment for weight gain were all part of the "sex cult".

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London teens sent to Africa to escape knife crime

Why British Somali parents are sending their children to East Africa to avoid violence in the UK.

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A coffee shop in San Francisco offers a $75 cup of coffee

Klatch Coffee in San Francisco is offering a $75 cup of coffee used from award winning beans grown in Panama.

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This invention from the 1930s is cutting period poverty

Saying 'Goodbye' to pads and period poverty, and 'Hello' to the menstrual cup

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Romeo & Juliet re-told with young dancers

Matthew Bourne's new production of Romeo and Juliet is giving a step-up to young dancers.

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Tai chi: Primary school pupils learn to combat exam stress

Tai chi sessions at a primary school 'help pupils to combat stress'.

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European elections: Dodds, Anderson and Long elected

Pro-Remain Alliance secures a record result as the EU elections see all three of NI's seats won by women.

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Refund scheme for scam victims begins

With fraud victims losing huge sums, a new code will offer more protection - but not all banks are signed up.

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Inside the Warwick University rape chat scandal

Anna found her friends' sexually violent online chat - and saw she was mentioned hundreds of times.

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Japan knife attack: Children stabbed in Kawasaki park

Sixteen people - including 15 children - are attacked in a park near Tokyo, officials say.

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Myanmar's Thangyat: Jailed for a comedy show

Seven young performers are in prison after taking part in a traditional festival, known as Thangyat.

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More prisoners will be allowed to take outside jobs

Rules on temporary release are being eased in order to improve prisoners' job prospects.

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Car theft payouts 'at seven-year high'

Claims for January to March were the highest for any quarter since 2012, the insurance industry body says.

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What do the European election results tell us about UK politics?

John Pienaar looks at the results from across the UK and explains how they could change politics across the country.

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Paper review: Farage 'eyes No 10' amid main party 'panic'

The front pages focus on rows among the main parties after the Brexit Party's election successes.

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Tory leadership contest: Michael Gove pledge on EU citizenship applications

Tory contender promises "open and generous" offer to EU nationals if he becomes prime minister.

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Love Island 2019: Tyson Fury's brother among this season's line-up

This year's contestants include the brothers of boxer Tyson Fury and Strictly star AJ Pritchard.

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Lyra McKee's sister offers to meet killer

A walk is held in memory of the 29-year-old who was shot dead as she observed a riot in Londonderry.

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Sturgeon wants Indyref2 in 'second half of 2020'

After the party's success in the European elections the SNP leader predicted victory in a second independence vote.

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Queen Victoria as you've never seen her before

High-quality film of Queen Victoria on her last trip to Ireland has been rediscovered.

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Cheese rolling race crowns new champion

Max McDougall tripped and tumbled his way down Cooper's Hill to take the title.

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Photographer 'overwhelmed' by response to bald eagle picture

Steve Biro snapped the picture of 'Bruce' the bald eagle at a raptor conservation centre in Canada.

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Sebastian Kurz, Austrian chancellor, loses confidence vote

Opposition parties called the vote after the collapse of Chancellor Sebastian Kurz's coalition.

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Sajid Javid to run for Tory party leader

The home secretary makes the announcement on Twitter and says "first and foremost, we must deliver Brexit".

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Gender-swapped US Peep Show in works

UK comedy about two male "losers" set for female reworking on US TV.

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Grangemouth woman delivers her own 'surprise' baby

Stacey Porter, 20, didn't know she was pregnant until she realised she was about to give birth on her bathroom floor.

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What would a Brexit Party Brexit look like?

The newly formed party won 31.6% of the votes in the European elections.

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Aladdin casts box office spell

Disney live-action remake enjoys big opening weekend despite mixed reviews.

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Sheffield deaths: House murders accused pair in court

Two boys, aged 13 and 14, were found dead at a house in Shiregreen, Sheffield, on Friday.

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French Open 2019: Johanna Konta advances to second round for first time

British number one Johanna Konta earns her first victory in the French Open main draw with a straight-set win over Germany's Antonia Lottner.

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European elections: anti-EU forces and Green wave

From the predicted rise of anti-EU forces to a 'Green wave', BBC Brussels reporter Adam Fleming looks at what went on across Europe.

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Julia Rawson disappearance: Men accused of Dudley woman's murder

Police believe Julia Rawson, 42, from Dudley, is dead although her body has not been found.

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Jake Humphrey #NineForNorah tweet was 'social media highlight'

A bereaved dad's fundraising bid went viral after a tweet by Jake Humphrey.

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Fiat Chrysler proposes merger with Renault

Fiat said the proposed tie-up would create a "world leader" in the rapidly changing auto sector.

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Sunday, 26 May 2019

Curtice: What the EU elections tell us about support for Brexit

The two battles that took place for votes in the UK's European elections.

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Discovering London's hidden rivers

A new exhibition at the Museum of London Docklands is telling the stories of these hidden waterways.

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Who were the winners and losers of European Election night

It wasn't a good night for Conservatives and Labour, but for other parties there was cause for celebration.

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Courtney Herron: Melbourne woman killed in 'horrendous bashing'

Courtney Herron died in a "particularly horrendous attack" in a Melbourne park, police say.

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Anthony Albanese: Australia's Labor opposition elects new leader

Anthony Albanese will lead the Labor party after its bruising defeat in Australia's general election.

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European elections 2019: Key points at-a-glance

An at-a-glance summary of the key points of the 2019 European elections in the UK.

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European elections 2019: Power blocs lose grip on Parliament

EU elections: Main centrist parties suffer significant losses as liberals, Greens and nationalists gain ground.

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European elections 2019: Call for 'urgent' Labour Brexit change

Deputy leader Tom Watson says the party must change course after "disastrous" EU election results.

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Trump in Japan: US president meets Emperor Naruhito

President Trump meets Emperor Naruhito, who was crowned only weeks ago when his father stepped down.

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Bono surprise Snow Patrol performance elevates fans

The U2 frontman performed the iconic song One at Snow Patrol's gig in Bangor on Saturday night.

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Tory leadership: Johnson says party on 'final warning'

Leadership hopeful Boris Johnson says the EU election results are a "crushing rebuke" for the Tory party.

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Irish local elections: Sinn Féin disappointed as counting continues

A surge in support for the Green Party is expected as counting continues in the Irish local elections.

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Results in maps and charts

Find results for your area and follow the others as they come in.

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Male circumcision: 'My penis was mutilated'

Ashley says his childhood circumcision has left him physically and psychologically damaged.

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CEO Secrets: Strava running app boss shares business tips

A boss isn't the captain of the ship, he's the designer, says James Quarles, boss of Strava.

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Javier Botet: Meet the actor behind Hollywood's monsters

You may not recognise Spanish actor Javier Botet - but he has starred in some of horror's biggest films.

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Thai vet helps woman give birth by Bangkok road

A veterinarian in Thailand stepped in to help a woman give birth on the side of the road in Bangkok.

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Working the night shift on Malaria's frontline in Sierra Leone

A night shift in the hospital on the frontline of the fight against malaria.

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NHS violence: Nurses talk of attacks by patients in hospital

Nurses at a hospital in Dorset speak about the times they have been attacked by their patients.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Knives out' as main parties 'deserted'

The front pages consider the EU election results and the impact on the Tory leadership race.

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What we know so far

Results suggest mainstream parties have lost ground to smaller green, liberal and far-right parties.

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Whorlton Hall: Former inspector says warnings were ignored

A report on the hospital where patients were allegedly abused presented "warning bells", says the author.

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Nepal explosions kill four in capital Kathmandu

The twin blasts also injured seven others, police say, but the cause is not yet clear.

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Radio 1 Big Weekend: Jax Jones performs with skeletons and a large ostrich

Jax Jones brings the party to Radio 1 Big Weekend with an elaborate stage set.

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Polls close as UK awaits EU vote results

The first results for the election of the UK's 73 MEPs are expected shortly after 22:00 BST.

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Oklahoma tornado: Aerial footage shows the aftermath

Aerial footage shows the aftermath of a tornado which caused at least two deaths in El Reno.

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European elections: The view from your region

Our correspondents analyse each region of the UK before Sunday's results.

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Nepal says overcrowding not 'sole reason' for Everest death toll rise

The department of tourism said other factors such as weather conditions were involved.

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Double Gloucester rolling: Champion Chris Anderson's cheese guide

What does it take to win a Double Gloucester cheese that's been rolled down a hill?

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Trump in Japan: Ring-side seats at sumo

President Trump attended the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament as part of his trip to Japan.

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First black female Oxbridge master appointed

Sonita Alleyne, who will take up the post in October, is a graduate of Cambridge herself.

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Radio 1 Big Weekend: Little Mix, Miley Cyrus and Stormzy perform

Dozens of stars take to the stage for the three-day event in Stewart Park in Middlesbrough.

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Living off-grid for almost 80 years

Margaret Gallagher's cottage doesn't have electricity or running water - and she wouldn't change a thing.

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Can Sir Philip Green save his retail empire?

Will Arcadia's restructuring save the company or hasten its demise?

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Cannes: Briton dies following yacht collision

A 29-year-old man died when two yachts collided off the coast of Cannes, France.

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Islamic State: Iraq sentences French citizens to death

The three men were found guilty of joining the militant group.

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In Pictures: Donald Trump at sumo tournament

Images from Tokyo where the US president witnessed traditional Japanese wrestling on his four-day visit.

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Spitfire in near-miss with light aircraft after stunt

The Spitfire was doing aerobatics near Biggin Hill Airport, south-east London, a report finds.

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Miley Cyrus on her Black Mirror episode, Glastonbury and Lil Nas X

Speaking at Radio 1’s Big Weekend, the singer chats about playing a pop star in the sci-fi thriller.

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Two charged after Sheffield children 'rescued'

Man and woman charged after two children died in "incident" in house in Sheffield

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Final voting under way in European elections

First results are due on Sunday evening in a vote where nationalists seek to change the balance of power.

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Jodie Chesney death: Fourth suspect charged with murder

Jodie Chesney, 17, was stabbed to death in an east London park in March.

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Saturday, 25 May 2019

Rescued hiker: 'It came down to life and death and I had to chose'

A hiker who was found alive more than two weeks after she went missing in Hawaii speaks from hospital.

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Trump dismisses North Korean tests of 'some small weapons'

During state visit to Japan, the US president put himself at odds with his hosts and his own advisers.

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Will boos as Smith reaches another milestone soundtrack the English summer?

Steve Smith batted as if he had never been away in scoring a century against England - but will he be able to move on from the ball-tampering scandal?

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German Jews warned not to wear kippahs after rise in anti-Semitism

Official urges Jews to not wear kippahs in parts of the country following a sharp rise in anti-Semitism.

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Dog hospice: Where dying canines 'fulfil bucket list'

Nicola Harrison ticks off the canines' "bucket lists" that include seaside trips and birthday cakes.

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Tory leadership: Gove will be eighth candidate to enter race

Environment Secretary Michael Gove will be the eighth MP to enter the race to be Conservative leader.

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Bug hunt: Volunteers needed to spot insect's 'spittle'

Scientists want thousands of volunteers to help record sightings of "spittle" and spittlebugs across the UK.

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Cladding tests 'almost certain to fail', experts say

Fire safety experts warn that 1,700 buildings in England are likely to fail new fire tests.

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Divorce referendum: Ireland votes to liberalise laws

In a referendum, voters overwhelmingly back changes to the constitution to make divorce easier.

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Trump in Japan: Sumo, barbecue and an imperial audience

Japanese PM Shinzo Abe is pulling out all the stops for his country's closest ally.

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'Surviving my daughter's sudden death'

How a writer and his family endured the death of his two-year-old daughter, who was killed by falling masonry.

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Ali Dorani: Iranian cartoonist on the drawings that saved his life

Ali Dorani fled Iran only to find himself trapped in the controversial Manus Island detention camp.

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Beach-lovers beware: Umbrellas injure thousands a year

Improperly installed beach umbrellas have sent more than 30,000 people to US hospitals in a decade.

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Craters of the moon, now viewable from Instagram and Reddit

Amateur photographer's 81 megapixel picture of the moon inspires fellow 'space nerds'

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Why my 93-year-old gran is learning to fly

WW2 veteran Mollie Macartney is still pursuing an active life - and is inspiring her granddaughter to do the same.

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The intimacy coordinator that helps choreograph sex scenes

Ita O'Brien is the BBC's first "intimacy director" and has worked on new BBC drama Gentleman Jack.

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Is the voice assistant on your phone sexist?

BBC's Megha Mohan finds out why voice assistant technologies often have female voices.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'cities'

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

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Saudi women runners push boundaries on the streets

Jeddah Running Community is one of a growing number of mixed gender Saudi Arabian running groups.

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We Are FSTVL: People 'collapse' after hours of queues at the gates

Festival-goers say a lack of wristbands led to crowds pushing through gates at We Are FSTVL.

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Newspaper headlines: 'The race is on' but is it 'turning toxic'?

Battling Conservative MPs launching their leadership bids fill the front pages of the Sunday papers.

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Lyric Theatre evacuated in Jason Manford show as phone on fire

Jason Manford tweeted a photo of a fire engine outside the venue, saying "on fire tonight".

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Tory leadership: Dominic Raab enters race

The former Brexit secretary is the latest MP to say he wants to succeed Theresa May.

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When Lewis Capaldi met Stormzy

After weeks of chart battles and a blossoming bromance on social media, Lewis Capaldi and Stormzy have finally crossed paths at Radio 1's Big Weekend in Middlesbrough.

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Cannes: Palme d'Or goes to Bong Joon-ho's Parasite

The South Korean director won the prestigious award for his dark comedy thriller, Parasite.

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Moby-Natalie Portman row: 'Inconsiderate' DJ apologises

The actress denied dating Moby as a teenager, and called his behaviour "inappropriate".

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Smith's ton sees Australia beat England in Cricket World Cup warm-up

Steve Smith's century leads Australia to a 12-run victory over England in a World Cup warm-up in Southampton.

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Storm Hannah uncovers Borth 'sunken' underwater forest

It is believed that the area was once-fertile land and a township stretching for 20 miles.

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Sheffield 'incident': 'Rescued' children leave hospital

Six children were taken to hospital after Friday's incident but two boys, aged 13 and 14, died.

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Channel migrants: Boat carrying eight men intercepted

The Border Force was alerted to the small boat travelling across the Channel at about 06:20 BST.

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South Africa's President Ramaphosa sworn in

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa was inaugurated at an event which included a flypast and military parade.

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Monaco GP: Lewis Hamilton beats Valtteri Bottas to pole

Lewis Hamilton secures Monaco Grand Prix pole position ahead of Mercedes team-mate Valtteri Bottas with his last lap of the session.

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Parris & Scott help England beat Denmark in Women's World Cup warm-up

England women beat Denmark in their penultimate match before the World Cup thanks to goals from Nikita Parris and Jill Scott.

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Russia ordered to release Ukraine sailors

The chances of Moscow complying with the UN tribunal's ruling are thought to be minimal.

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'Serious' accident shuts M6 motorway in Staffordshire

All four lanes northbound have been shut and three of four southbound between junctions 15 and 16.

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Watch: 'Incredible' six sets up Smith century against England

Australia's Steve Smith makes his century with a superb six and a scrappy single as he faces England for first time since a ball-tampering ban.

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'No Outsiders' teacher leads Birmingham Pride parade

Tens of thousands of people are expected to attend the annual event in Birmingham.

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Spice Girls: Fans take to Twitter over Dublin gig sound

Mel B says she hopes the sound quality will improve on the rest of their tour after Dublin show complaints.

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Alesha MacPhail tribute unveiled on Isle of Bute

A special bench, paid for by the local community, has been revealed in the "children's corner" area of the beach at Rothesay.

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Hawaii hiker found alive after two weeks missing

Amanda Eller, 35, had not been seen since 8 May but was discovered by rescuers on Friday.

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Elina Svitolina on facing Venus Williams at French Open, her injury battle and Gael Monfils

In her first column for BBC Sport Elina Svitolina talks about being drawn against Venus Williams in the French Open and how injury has affected her form.

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Cricket World Cup: Five epic moments featuring Jonty Rhodes & Chaminda Vaas

From Jonty Rhodes' flying run out against Pakistan to Chaminda Vaas' first-over hat-trick in 2003 - watch five epic Cricket World Cup moments.

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Austria scandal: Lawyer says he was part of Ibiza sting

The lawyer says it was a "civil society-driven project" but has not revealed who was behind it.

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Everest: British man among latest mountain deaths

Ten people have now died climbing the world's highest peak this season, amid reports of overcrowding.

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Sir Philip Green to close 25 more Evans and Miss Selfridge stores

The latest closures by his struggling Arcadia empire will include mostly Evans and Miss Selfridge shops.

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Friday, 24 May 2019

South Wales Italian cafe to close after 84 years

Station Café, which opened to customers in 1935, is closing for the last time on Saturday.

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Trump to clear $8bn Saudi weapons sale over Iran tensions

The president evokes a legal loophole to push through the arms deal without Congressional approval.

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Four times more data breaches logged in UK

No companies have been fined in the first year of tough new data laws, despite a sharp rise in breaches.

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Universities told not to 'scaremonger' ahead of fee cut

Education Secretary Damian Hinds rejects claims of universities going broke, ahead of tuition fee cut.

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How Sydney's pools became the envy of the world

Sydney has more ocean swimming pools than any other city - a product of "unique" historic factors.

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Spice Girls: What happened to Girl Power?

As the pop icons return (minus Posh) for their Spiceworld tour - is Girl Power relevant or a 90s relic?

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Following football from afar: 'You have to get creative'

What are the challenges faced by fans trying to follow their teams from thousands of miles away?

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Mumps - is it the forgotten disease?

Hippocrates described the classic signs centuries ago, so what else do we know about the ancient illness?

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Togo slippery frog scientist wins award for conservation effort

Caleb Ofori-Boateng rediscovered the Togo slippery frog and created the first conservation area for it.

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How the microscope became a million dollar idea

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how the microscope became a million dollar idea.

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Week in pictures: 18-24 May 2019

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

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Why is Norway the land of electric cars?

We look at how the Scandinavian country is streets ahead of others when it comes to electric cars.

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Alport syndrome: Man's epic journey for kidney charity

When Sam Clarke was 10 years old he was told by doctors that his kidneys would fail because of Alport syndrome.

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I entrusted my pension to German builders

A BBC investigation finds a property group which borrowed millions has not paid some people back.

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School LGBT row: The view from the school gates

Parents and campaigners outside Anderton Park Primary give their views on the ongoing protests.

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Homeowners in England free to build bigger extensions

Rules in England making it easier to build extensions of up to 8m are being made permanent.

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The mayor who wears a hijab

Cllr Rakhia Ismail, from Islington, London, is thought to be the first mayor to wear a hijab.

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Race to be new UK prime minister begins

Four Conservative MPs have already said they want the job - with more expected to follow.

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Rail firm removes 'wrong values' Morrissey posters

Merseyrail takes down posters for Morrissey's new album over concerns about the singer's political views.

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Donald Trump: Details of first state visit to UK revealed

The US president will join the Queen and a host of royals at a state banquet after a palace welcome.

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The Papers: 'It all ends in tears' for PM May

Theresa May's emotional Downing Street resignation dominates Saturday's front pages.

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India tuition class fire kills at least 17 students

Footage shows teenagers falling and jumping from the blaze in the city of Surat in Gujarat state.

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#HotSoundGuy caused excitement on social media

The sound man who set up the podium for Theresa May's speech caused excitement on social media.

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Boston museum sorry for racist 'no watermelons' remark

A teacher accuses staff at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston of racism towards her pupils.

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Celtic sex abuse regret 'too little, too late'

The club releases a statement after the conviction of ex-youth team coach Jim McCafferty on 14 May.

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'Cancer screening should be as easy as booking a flight'

Text reminders and after-work appointments are recommended in a report on improving cancer screening.

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Lewis Capaldi: Fastest-selling LP of 2019 so far

Scots singer hoping to "make some money finally" after debut record goes straight to the top of the heap.

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Extinction Rebellion: Met want 1,130 climate protesters charged

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor said the Met wants a prosecution of each protester.

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Trump: US to send 1,500 extra troops to Middle East

The Trump administration plans to send 1,500 troops to the Middle East amid tensions with Iran.

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Why did a stranger break into a house to clean it?

Nate came home to the smell of cleaning products and toilet paper roses. He doesn't know who did it.

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Abuse accuser Carl Beech says he 'saw three boys being murdered'

Carl Beech wept as he told police how his friend "Scott" was killed after an MI5 boss's warning.

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France Lyon: 'Parcel bomb' injures people

A suspected parcel bomb injures at least six people in the eastern French city of Lyon, reports say.

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Woman has surprise baby in Wisbech Beales shop toilet

The young mum did not realise she was pregnant when she went into labour while shopping.

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Liberal Democrats start leadership contest

Sir Vince Cable confirms he will hand over to his successor on 23 July.

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US groups sue Alabama over 'extreme' abortion ban

The lawsuit was expected and is part of a conservative strategy to re-examine federal abortion law.

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Birmingham LGBT school row: Protests 'won't stop lessons'

Protesters vow to carry on opposing the teaching of LGBT issues to primary school children.

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Rebecca Henderson: Posthumous degree for rucksack heart woman

Oxford University student Rebecca Henderson died in February from transplant complications.

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'We entered a contest and won our baby'

After a failed round of IVF, Della McGill and her partner entered a competition and won the ultimate life-changing prize.

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Bob Higgins victims to sue Southampton and Peterborough

A lawyer representing victims of Bob Higgins confirms they will sue Southampton and Peterborough.

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PM's exit has consequences for Brexit

With Theresa May announcing her departure, both No Deal and No Brexit are both more likely.

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Contaminated blood inquiry: Richard Lowry 'wanted to die'

A woman tells of her devastation at having to tell her sons their father was going to die.

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Chinese driver gets ticket for scratching his face

A man was fined and given points on his licence after a smart traffic camera decided he was on the phone.

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Kenya upholds law criminalising gay sex

The judges reject claims that a colonial-era law violated the constitution.

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Theresa May: Who will be the next prime minister?

Runners and riders in the Conservative leadership race after Theresa May says she will step down.

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Does a hit song really need 9 writers?

Rudimental just won a songwriting prize for a song that credits nine writers. How many is too many?

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'Sabotaged' tanker in Gulf of Oman leaked oil

A satellite spotted an oil slick trailing from a tanker mysteriously attacked off the UAE on 12 May.

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Iran police arrest 30 at private yoga class

The mixed group was detained in Gorgan after an event, which was advertised on Instagram.

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Ten arrested over Whorlton Hall 'abuse'

Ten workers arrested over alleged abuse of patients at Whorlton Hall hospital following BBC Panorama investigation

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UK flights: Number of planes using British skies to reach all-time high

Six per minute are expected in one day, with a bank holiday and half-term contributing to the spike.

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Theresa May: Did she solve her seven burning injustices?

When Theresa May became prime minister in July 2016 she identified seven burning injustices.

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Three more die on Everest amid overcrowding near summit

Seven have died climbing the world's highest peak in a week - more than for the whole of last year.

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Theresa May's political career in three minutes

Brexit came to define her time as Prime Minister, but Theresa May had a long and varied political career.

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Theresa May's 'deep regret' over Brexit

The prime minister says she will leave office on 7 June, having failed to deliver the UK's exit from the EU.

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Theresa May: Premiership in six charts

The highs and lows of Theresa May's time in office, explained in six charts.

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Theresa May resigns: What happened?

The UK leader has announced she will step down - plunging the Brexit process into further turmoil.

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The Theresa May story: The Tory leader brought down by Brexit

How Brexit led to the downfall of the UK's second female prime minister.

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Shiregreen: Six children taken to hospital in 'serious incident'

Two people have been arrested following a "serious incident" at a property in Sheffield, officers say.

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UK retail sales stall in April

The ONS said sales were flat in April, as clothing sales offset declines in other sectors.

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Theresa May to resign as prime minister

Theresa May to quit as Conservative leader on 7 June, paving way for contest to decide new UK prime minister

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School students walk out in global climate strike

Protests are under way in Australia and New Zealand but students from 110 countries are expected to participate.

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BBC coverage of Theresa May statement

The prime minister is expected to reveal a date for her departure as she speaks outside 10 Downing Street.

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Students 'may have been unfairly deported' over English test cheat claims

The Home Office should have done more to protect innocent people in the English test cheating scandal - NAO.

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Viewpoint: What Assange charges could mean for press freedom

New US charges against the Wikileaks co-founder have massive implications, a legal expert argues.

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School locker death: Boy, 9, dies after fall at Great Baddow High School

The child had been at the school with family members at an after school club, police say.

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Trump orders new powers for Attorney General's surveillance probe

The move gives new authority to the attorney general, who is investigating if Mr Trump was spied on.

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'I wouldn't change a thing'' - Armstrong reflects on doping saga

Lance Armstrong says he "wouldn't change a thing" about the doping that helped him win and then saw him stripped of seven Tour de France titles.

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Harvey Weinstein 'to settle with accusers for $44m'

The film producer reached a deal with women who say he sexually abused them, his lawyers tell media.

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Thursday, 23 May 2019

Mothercare sales plunge as losses widen

The baby goods retailer says it is on a "sounder footing", even though UK sales fell nearly 9%.

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Lyra McKee murder: Woman's house 'wrongly targeted' in PSNI raid

A woman whose home was raided by police denies having any links to dissident republicans.

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Migraines: Calls for 'life changing' drug Aimovig on NHS in England

The 'life-changing' injection has been approved for use in Scotland, but not yet in England.

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England captain Danson fighting hardest battle of all

When Olympic champion Alex Danson hit her head on a wall while laughing, the "most challenging part" of her life began.

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SpaceX puts up 60 internet satellites

The California firm launches the first spacecraft in its multi-billion-dollar broadband project.

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News Daily: PM 'to set exit date', and dog lead warning

Your morning briefing for 24 May 2019.

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Theresa May: How the PM has kept fighting on through Brexit battles

It's been a struggle that's lasted three years – how did the PM get here?

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Royal Mint selling rare gold sovereign for £100,000

The gold sovereign from 1819, being offered via a ballot, is one of only 10 left in the world.

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Rahul Gandhi: Is this the end of the Gandhi dynasty?

After Narendra Modi's stunning victory, is this the end for Congress party leader Rahul Gandhi?

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Trump says Huawei could be part of trade deal

Huawei could feature in a US-China trade pact despite being "very dangerous", says the US president.

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Londonderry alert: Petrol bombs thrown at police officers

Police were attending a security alert close to a polling station in Londonderry when they were attacked.

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Austria scandal: Mystery of the honey-trap video

Speculation is at fever pitch after a video results in the far right pulling out of Austria's government.

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The man who made Einstein world-famous

UK astronomer Arthur Eddington proved the German-born physicist's theory of relativity in May 1919.

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Brazil's Barão de Cocais waits as dam nearby at risk of collapse

Residents of Barão de Cocais are on alert as a nearby mining dam is at risk of collapse.

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'It changes how you think about waste you're creating'

Loop is a new way to reduce packaging by delivering groceries in reusable containers

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Aladdin: Disney remakes and the power of nostalgia

Aladdin is the latest animation to go "live action". Why is Disney remaking so many of its old films?

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Mae Martin: The comedian who doesn't want to label love

Canadian stand-up Mae Martin wishes we could all relax about each other's sexuality.

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Italy's ghost town that became a home for the poor

Italy's ghost town that became a home for people with no where else to go.

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Quiz of the Week: To which country was Nike forced to apologise?

Have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days?

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Tees cartoons: How Middlesbrough is animating the future

Wannabe animators from across the world are now flocking to Middlesbrough.

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Taiwan gay marriage: Three couples and a wedding to celebrate equality

Three couples find a special way to celebrate Taiwan becoming the first place in Asia to legalise same-sex marriage.

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Facebook plans to launch 'GlobalCoin' currency in 2020

The social media giant is planning to set up a crypto-currency in around 12 countries by early 2020.

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Climate change: Answers to your most asked questions

You sent us thousands of questions about climate change. Here are some answers to the most common.

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Surgeons warn of serious hand injuries from dog leads and collars

A Cornwall dog owner had the skin torn off her middle finger by a lead wound tightly round her hand.

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Mumps and measles cases in England prompt vaccine call

There were 795 cases of mumps in the first three months of 2019, versus 1,031 in the whole of 2018.

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The Papers: 'Time finally runs out for May'

Friday's front pages predict Theresa May is to about to make an announcement on her future.

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Brexit: Theresa May set to reveal No 10 departure date on Friday

Senior cabinet ministers expect the PM to outline a timetable on Friday for her successor to be chosen.

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Julian Assange: US files 17 new charges against Wikileaks co-founder

US unveils 17 new charges against Wikileaks co-founder Julian Assange, who is facing extradition from the UK.

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Canada indigenous chief cleared of 1885 treason

Chief Poundmaker is now remembered as a peacemaker who prevented violence during a time of unrest.

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Cwm Taf maternity experiences 'complete shock' to chief

Cwm Taf health board's chief executive calls the experiences of some families "heartbreaking".

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BLACKPINK: Meet the K-pop superstars backstage at their first UK tour

From their Spice Girls inspiration to Coachella: here's what we learned from K-pop stars BLACKPINK.

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Abuse accuser Carl Beech told police 'MI5 boss stole my dog'

Carl Beech told police his dog was taken as a warning when he missed a meeting with his abusers.

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European elections 2019: EU citizens turned away from UK polls

Thousands of EU citizens have been unable to vote in the European elections, a campaign group says.

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India election 2019: Narendra Modi thanks voters for 'historic mandate'

The prime minister hails his party's commanding success at the polls as "a victory for India".

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London Bridge inquest: Bullet 'centimetres' from witness

Court sees image of the moment a police shot comes through pub window, striking another man in the head.

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Bittersweet Symphony song dispute is over

Richard Ashcroft says Mick Jagger and Keith Richards have relinquished their claim on the song.

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Facebook: Another three billion fake profiles culled

More than seven million "hate speech" posts were removed by the social network, also a record high.

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Whorlton Hall: Care home abuse missed despite at least 100 official visits

Inspectors, council staff and NHS officials went in twice week on average in the year before Panorama expose.

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John Walker Lindh: Anger as 'American Taliban' freed

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo says John Walker Lindh's early release is "unconscionable".

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In pictures: Brazilian inmates create fashion behind bars

Models parade clothes designed and created by inmates of a maximum security jail in Brazil.

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Fifty children saved as international paedophile ring busted

Interpol believes 100 more children have suffered abuse and is working to identify them.

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We're Going to Ibiza revived as protest hit in Austria scandal

The Vengaboys' 1999 Eurodance hit enjoys a new lease of life thanks to Austria's political crisis.

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Huawei: China warns of investment blow to UK over 5G ban

A top Chinese diplomat said there would be "substantial" repercussions if the UK bars Huawei.

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Students go online to report alleged sexual abuse

An NUS official says the students are turning to social media, as they feel universities are not listening.

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Sultan of Brunei hands back Oxford degree over LGBT laws

Oxford University wrote to the leader of Brunei expressing "concerns" about strict new Islamic laws.

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Ming water-dropper bought for £10 sold for £50,000

Carole Hussey only discovered the 17th Century ornament was valuable thanks to the Antiques Roadshow.

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Set curfew for online money lending, say academics

Research says late-night online access to credit means people borrow more than they can afford to repay.

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Woman of 102 suspected of care home murder in France

A 102-year-old is thought to have battered and strangled her 92-year-old female neighbour.

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Transgender women given access to Hampstead Heath ponds

A campaigner says the policy to allow transgender women to use a women-only pond is "absolutely disgusting".

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Bob Higgins: The Southampton football coach who abused boys

How Bob Higgins was able to groom and abuse young footballers over the course of two decades.

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Ex-football coach Bob Higgins guilty of abusing trainees

During an eight-week retrial he denied 51 charges of indecent assault involving 24 victims.

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Netball counts down to World Cup 'summer of excitement'

The 2019 Netball World Cup can boost the game on and off the court, and build on England's 2018 Commonwealth Games success.

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Roy of the Rovers tackles women's football in World Cup comic

Rocky of the Rovers: France 2019 will be a "live" comic starring Roy's sister.

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Author Ian Rankin gifts archive to National Library of Scotland

The Fife-born Rebus author's collection features 50 boxes of material spanning more than 45 years.

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'Chinese Picasso' painting sells for record £2.6m

The painting was kept privately by its Berkshire owner after being given to the family in Hong Kong.

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Michael Bublé FaceTimes Birmingham fan from stage during show

Crooner Michael Bublé sang to a Birmingham fan who could not afford tickets to his show.

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Savvy training academy helps people into beauty jobs

Students include some who have dropped out of mainstream education.

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Geoffrey Rush: Actor wins biggest ever defamation payout in Australia

Oscar-winner Geoffrey Rush is awarded A$2.9M over allegations printed in an Australian newspaper.

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Clotilda wreck: 'Last US slave ship' found in Alabama

The wreck of the Clotilda, which smuggled slaves to the US, is found after a year-long search.

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Judith Kerr: Best-selling author who fled the Nazis

The writer who escaped the Holocaust became one of Britain's best-loved children's authors.

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Mentor, Clarke & Dunn in England World Cup squad

Veteran England players Geva Mentor, Jade Clarke and Rachel Dunn are named in Tracey Neville's England Netball World Cup squad.

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Whorlton Hall: Minister 'deeply sorry' for hospital abuse

The Whorlton Hall abuse - uncovered by BBC Panorama - is "appalling", says Caroline Dinenage.

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Monaco Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton edges Max Verstappen in first practice

Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton edges out Red Bull's Max Verstappen by just 0.059 seconds to head first practice at the Monaco Grand Prix.

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Iraq's Christians 'close to extinction'

UK Christian leaders are accused of failing to speak out as an ancient community faces annihilation.

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Whorlton Hall hospital abuse and how it was uncovered

Eight years after a similar scandal, the BBC went undercover to investigate complaints of patients being bullied and mistreated.

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Tiger Who Came To Tea author Judith Kerr dies

The Tiger Who Came To Tea author Judith Kerr has died at the age of 95, her publisher HarperCollins says.

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'Not the Best' - George Best statue mocked on social media

George Best - the Belfast boy and ex-Man United man - is immortalised in bronze but fans can't see the resemblance.

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The sociology, skydiving & squirrels behind Norrie's rise up the rankings

British number two Cameron Norrie tells BBC Sport why having a "normal life" at university is translating into success as a professional tennis player.

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Colluding drug firms 'cost the NHS millions of pounds'

The competition regulator says that four drugs firms forced the price of an anti-nausea tablet up by 700%.

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Wednesday, 22 May 2019

Up to 50 patients 'stuck in secure units'

The mental health hospital charity cares for those with mental health and learning difficulties.

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'I was told I looked like a pig' - viral gymnastic star Katelyn Ohashi's battles with body image

A video of Katelyn Ohashi performing a 'perfect 10' gymnastics routine went viral in January, but the joyfulness of the performance told nothing of the difficult journey she had been on.

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News Daily: Polls open, and UK loses song points

Your morning briefing for 23 May 2019.

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Eurovision 2019: UK's last-placed entry has score lowered

Contest organisers revise the final scores after admitting they miscalculated the jury voting.

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How author Lee Child lost his job and found global success

The best-selling Jack Reacher creator explains how a crumbled TV career was the making of him.

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Dog leaps from stolen motorhome during chase

A woman stole a motorhome and wreaked havoc while police gave chase for half-an-hour in Los Angeles.

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India elections 2019: Voters to find out if Modi returns as PM

Counting is set to begin as a marathon - and bitterly fought - election draws to its conclusion.

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Emmerdale: The myths around male sexual grooming explained

A survey finds one in five people don't realise a teacher having sex with a 16-year-old pupil is a crime.

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John Walker Lindh: What happens when you release a 'traitor'?

The 'American Taliban' will leave prison after 17 years - some are concerned about what he will do now.

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Cash machine thefts: How rural communities are paying for ATM crime

What is behind a rise in cash machine raids and what can be done to stop them?

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The failings in learning disability services in six charts

The government has missed a target of fewer inpatient beds for people with learning disabilities in England.

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Sir Elton John's best movie moments

As Rocketman is released in UK cinemas we give a brief history of Sir Elton on the big screen.

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Deborah James: Five symptoms of bowel cancer

The co-host of You, Me and the Big C podcast on her stage 4 bowel cancer.

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'Perhaps life would be easier if I shaved, but why?’

Poet and transgender activist Alok Menon is often trolled for their appearance - but is defiant.

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Roller derby team proud of Middlesbrough

The skaters of Middlesbrough Roller Derby team want to encourage more women to get involved in sport.

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Most parents reject nearest school

Parents do not really choose their local secondary school as their first option, shows major study.

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Two female loos for every male, experts recommend

With more urinals than cubicles, men - unlike women - rarely queue, a report says.

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HMS Queen Elizabeth captain flown off ship in 'company car' row

It's claimed the officer in charge of warship HMS Queen Elizabeth misused an MoD car.

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Avon to be acquired by Brazil's Natura for £1.6bn

The new combined company will boast 3,200 stores worldwide with a presence in 100 countries.

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Hospital staff 'abused' vulnerable patients in Durham, BBC's Panorama reveals

Undercover BBC filming shows staff swearing, mocking and taunting patients with learning disabilities.

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European elections 2019: Polls to take place across the UK

UK voters will send 73 Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) to Brussels and Strasbourg.

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Theresa May faces pressure after Andrea Leadsom resigns

The Leader of the House, Andrea Leadsom, stepped down on Wednesday night over the PM's Brexit policy.

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Ozone layer: Banned CFCs traced to China say scientists

Atmospheric observations pinpoint eastern China as the source of rise in ozone-destroying chemicals.

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The Papers: May 'clings on' after 'cabinet coup'

The resignation of Commons Leader Andrea Leadsom is the lead on Thursday's front pages.

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Seven Kings mosque: Man held after gun fired

A 28-year-old man is arrested after a gun was fired near the Seven Kings Masjid in east London.

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Unexpected monarch at till

"You can't cheat?" asked the Queen at the Sainsbury's self-service check-out.

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Commons leader Andrea Leadsom quits government over Brexit

Andrea Leadsom resigns her cabinet role, saying she no longer believes government's approach will deliver Brexit

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Parents 'ignored warnings over IS fighter son', court hears

John Letts and Sally Lane deny funding terrorism after their son Jack Letts travelled to Syria.

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Trump hits back at Democratic claims of 'cover-up'

Mr Trump rules out any bipartisan co-operation until the Democrats call off "phoney investigations".

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