Wednesday, 31 July 2019

Trump tariffs 'not hitting Chinese economy'

The US President's former chief economic adviser Gary Cohn says the trade war affects the US more than China.

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News Daily: More cash for no-deal measures and flooding affects communities

Your morning briefing for 1 August 2019.

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Prison restaurant serves up cut in reoffending

A restaurant run by inmates in jail is helping to stop a return to prison, say researchers.

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Kidney condition detected in minutes by app

Staff who have used the technology for acute kidney injury describe it as a "potential lifesaver".

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Plastic bag charge: Sales in England fall by 90%

Customers from the big supermarkets now buy 10 bags a year - compared to 140 bags in 2014.

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Flooding disruption eases across north of England

Firefighters work to protect homes and businesses in a Cheshire town swamped by heavy rain.

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Hong Kong protesters on storming of the Legislative Council

Three protesters talk about what they see as a turning point in the current political movement.

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Bumi Thomas: British-born jazz artist faces deportation from the UK

Bumi Thomas, a jazz artist who thought she was a British citizen, is now facing deportation from the UK.

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Rescuing animals from the streets of Kiev

Photographer Thomas Machowicz pictures the work of the Kiev Animal Rescue Group.

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Eco tents at festivals: Would you sleep in a cardboard box?

Plastic tents are often left behind, and each one is the equivalent of around 250 plastic cups.

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Bluey: The Australian cartoon that's going global

A cartoon about a family of dogs and the games they play is Australia's most streamed TV show.

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Taking Nasa's space buggies for a spin

BBC Click's Spencer Kelly takes a ride in some in some of Nasa's latest vehicles.

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Is the full stop rude when used on WhatsApp?

In the world of instant messaging, a simple punctuation mark can take on new meanings.

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Brexit: Did Dominic Raab warn of no-deal during referendum campaign?

Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said he talked about it "almost every time" he was interviewed.

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Why politicians are getting SCHOOLED and DESTROYED

Confrontational online language from US politics is invading the UK and Europe.

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CBD oil: Have the benefits been overstated?

It's suddenly in everything from coffee to lip balm but does it work?

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Ricky Wilson: 'I thought I was Kurt Cobain'

The Kaiser Chiefs star on how age destroys the illusions of youth, and why Boris Johnson hates him.

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How can universities get men to talk about mental health?

Birkbeck's campaign has seen a growing number of men access counselling. Could it be a blueprint for others?

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US-China trade war: 'We're all paying for this'

The US-China trade war is costing jobs and pushing up prices, say firms on both sides of the Pacific.

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Democratic debates: Joe Biden hits back at critics in Detroit

Frontrunner Joe Biden defends his record on race, criminal justice and deportations of migrants.

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Hamza Bin Laden: Son of Osama 'dead', US officials say

US media claim they were told by officials that Hamza Bin Laden is dead.

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Aspetar: The ultra modern, elite sports hospital that imports body parts

Many of the world's best athletes go to the same specialist hospital in Qatar. Aspetar is at the cutting edge of sports medicine.

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Zoe Ball loses 780,000 listeners from BBC Radio 2 breakfast show

The presenter took over from Chris Evans in January after he left to join Virgin Radio.

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Tuesday, 30 July 2019

Northern white rhino hope after artificial insemination birth

A southern white rhino has given birth after artificial insemination, raising hopes for the northern white rhino population.

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One-shot portraits of creative people in Hastings

Tim Willcocks created his portraits with just a single shot for each person.

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Mental health: The skateboarding club helping students' well-being

Some students in Sheffield are using a skateboarding society to improve their mental health conditions.

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Solving the mystery behind the world famous children's tale

How a French diver solved the mystery surrounding the death of author Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

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Hallstatt: A town of 800 people that gets a million tourists a year

Visitors have boosted the economy of Hallstatt in the Austrian Alps, but not all residents are happy.

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'Always have a Plan B, it may be better than your Plan A'

"Always have a Plan B, it may be better than your Plan A" says spinning studios boss Melanie Whelan.

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How I save babies' lives using GPS trackers

In rural Kenya, nomadic women can now get the maternal care they need - thanks to GPS.

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I Am Hannah: Gemma Chan drama examines societal pressure on women

Gemma Chan discusses I Am Hannah, which looks at the motherhood expectations placed on young women.

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Democratic debates: Who won and lost in round one?

It was billed as the Sanders-Warren showdown, but for some moderates it was their last chance to shine.

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No-deal Brexit: What is direct rule?

Direct rule for Northern Ireland is being talked about - but what would it mean?

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Migrant crisis: Self-immolation exposes UN failures in Libya

A Somali man held in a detention centre burns himself to death, leading to renewed criticism of EU and UN policy.

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MPs call for dedicated police for violent schools

The Home Affairs Committee says the government's violence strategy is "completely inadequate".

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Rape support 'needs drastic improvement'

Poor access to counselling and support is one of the reasons most of those who report rape later withdraw their allegations, London's victims' commissioner says.

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Sudan suspends schools after student killings

The authorities suspend classes nationwide amid unrest over the killing of four student protesters.

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Home births at risk as midwife service collapses

One to One had contracts to provide care in the north-west of England and Essex.

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Backing sought for basking shark 'safe zone' in Scotland

The world's second largest fish gather in large numbers every year in Scotland's Sea of the Hebrides.

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Having more sleep before holiday 'stops arguments'

Getting ready for a holiday means people are often shattered by the time they leave home, says psychologist.

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Japan heatwave: Mascot one of 11 deaths during high temperatures

Officials say 11 people have died and 5,000 have been hospitalised amid high temperatures.

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Car cruisers reject 'boy racer' image

Car cruising has an image problem, but what happens at a car meet and why do people take part?

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Climate change: UK's 10 warmest years all occurred since 2002

The patterns of warm and cold years in Britain are a clear signal of climate change, say scientists.

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Car industry investment plummets in UK

It comes at a time when the sector has been spending heavily on preparations for a no-deal Brexit

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Democratic debates: Ten candidates line up in second presidential TV debate

The party's most progressive candidates, Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, take centre stage.

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Does the US economy need a rate cut?

The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates for the first time since 2008 on Wednesday.

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Ear 'tickling' therapy could 'help thwart ageing'

A small electric current stimulates the vagus nerve and helps rebalance the body, scientists say.

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Monday, 29 July 2019

Katy Perry copied Dark Horse from Christian rapper Flame

A jury rules against the singer after a week-long trial over the production of her 2013 song.

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Centrica chief executive Iain Conn to step down

Centrica chief executive Iain Conn is to leave the firm as it reports a loss and cuts its dividend.

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Climate change: Tree planting rise 'needs to happen quickly'

A charity warns 1.5 billion new trees will need to be planted in the UK to reduce carbon emissions.

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News Daily: PM talks farming amid no-deal concern, and viral hit breaks US record

Your morning briefing for 30 July 2019.

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Police 'must be investigated' over Operation Midland, says former top judge

A former top judge who reviewed the £2.5m Operation Midland claims warrants were obtained unlawfully.

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LGBT people are 'being made homeless due to religion'

Nearly half of young LGBT people left homeless after coming out are from religious backgrounds.

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Brexit: Boris Johnson says farms will thrive as PM visits Wales

The new prime minister will promise agriculture will continue to thrive after Brexit.

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Pakistan plane: Army aircraft crashes into residential area killing 17

The crash set off a fire which engulfed several houses in the area and reduced them to rubble.

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Disadvantaged pupils 'stuck 18 months behind'

Poorer pupils show few signs of catching up in their achievements at school, say researchers.

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Diabetic women more likely to have stillborn baby, study finds

A study finds high blood sugar levels and BMI in pregnant diabetics are "key risk factors" for stillbirths.

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Shana Grice: PC insists murdered woman 'wasted' his time

Shana Grice reported her ex to police five times before he murdered her, a misconduct panel hears.

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Emmerdale actor 'bit man' after Oldham beer garden row, court hears

Mark Jordon, 54, is accused of attacking a 68-year-old man in a row about his daughter.

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Neymar rape case dropped over lack of evidence

The São Paulo attorney general's office say the case is being closed due to a lack of evidence.

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Who is ASAP Rocky and why is he on Trump's radar?

The president asked Sweden's PM to free the rapper, who is now due to go on trial in the country.

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The amateur lawyers helping people walk free

A community group in California is helping poor people get justice.

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Doctors' crowdfunded hospital brings hope in Syria

After a children's hospital in Aleppo was bombed, donations from around the world funded a new one.

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Boko Haram: A decade of terror explained

How the death of one man 10 years ago sparked an unending campaign of terror in Nigeria and beyond.

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'I've spent 22 years searching for silver in a ghost town'

Robert Louis Vesmarais is the sole inhabitant of Cerro Gordo, where he's been searching for silver.

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'My kids would wake up 40 times a night'

A new scheme has helped boost children's sleep by more than two hours a night, the NHS says.

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US election 2020: Do front-runners win their party's nomination?

Joe Biden is leading the polls challenge to President Trump, but will that be the same in November 2020?

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Is routine genetic profiling coming closer?

Genome sequencing projects around the world are revealing promising new health insights.

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Capital One hack: Arrest after details of 100m US individuals stolen

The hacker gained access to individuals' date of birth, addresses and phone numbers.

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What's a 'Science Princess' doing in an ice field in Alaska?

Celeste Labedz's picture of herself dressed up as a princess while on a field trip researching glaciers has become a viral hit.

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Lewis Capaldi's Chewbacca mask bought by Paolo Nutini

The singer now has plans to raffle the mask to raise funds for a mental health charity.

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Oxfordshire parents' court challenge over Christian assemblies

An Oxfordshire couple say "harmful aspects of evangelism" are spreading into their children's school.

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Airbnb host fined £100,000 for letting council flat

A council tenant used a fake identity to rent out his central London flat to tourists on Airbnb.

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Rain: The science behind the sweet smell of a summer shower

Why is there such a nice smell after hot weather is broken by rain? Weather presenter Angie Phillips explains all.

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Iran tanker seizure: What is the Strait of Hormuz?

What is the Strait of Hormuz and why does it matter?

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Anne-Marie stages free concert after Korean festival cancelled

The star put on her own show after a South Korean festival was cancelled due to an "unsafe" stage.

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Hong Kong protests: China condemns 'horrendous incidents'

The weeks of protest have caused "serious damage to the rule of law", the government says.

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North West flood warnings as deluge causes travel chaos

Owners of canal boats fear their barges being washed away as water levels continue to rise.

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Ryanair hit by air fare battle and Brexit uncertainty

The airline reports a sharp fall in profits as it is forced to cut fares to drive up passenger numbers.

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Sunday, 28 July 2019

'Beaten and robbed': How Croatia is policing its borders

Thousands of migrants are trying to cross into Croatia, but many are illegally expelled back to Bosnia.

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Daniel Hauck: 'I'm inspired by photographing wildlife around me'

Daniel Hauck said he was inspired by being surrounded by wildlife in the village he grew up in.

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News Daily: PM in Scotland to 'renew ties' and business 'not ready for no deal'

Your morning briefing for 29 July 2019.

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Work on production line of Boeing 737 Max ‘not adequately funded’

Boeing is making billions from the 737 Max but an ex-engineer says production resources were lacking.

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Shots fired at California garlic festival

Police are at the Gilroy Garlic Festival, with reports of 11 people injured by gunfire.

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Love Island: How ITV2's breakout hit cornered the market

ITV2's breakout hit reflects the real-life romantic lives of its young audience.

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A professor spoke ill of the dead. What happened next?

A tweet by a liberal professor ignited a debate about free speech on university campuses.

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Is India the answer to Netflix's troubles?

It has launched a cheaper, mobile-only plan in India, hoping to capture its 'next 100 million' users.

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'He liked my spirit, and approved my visa on the spot'

How technology boss Vik Verma was able to get a visa to emigrate to the US and make a fortune in business.

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Brexit: What would no deal mean for Ireland?

The Irish government has been clear that it would face significant damage if there was no agreement.

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Cape Town - tourist hotspot where eight people are murdered a day

Cape Town in South Africa is well-known tourist hotspot, but is also one of the world's most dangerous cities.

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Nasa’s Valkyrie robot could help build Mars base

The semi-autonomous robot is able to use human tools and guide itself across difficult terrain.

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Mario Cerciello Rega: US teen held over officer’s killing ‘illegally blindfolded’

The photo of a blindfolded suspect was taken after his arrest over a police officer’s killing in Rome.

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Alexei Navalny: Jailed Russian opposition head develops 'allergy'

Alexei Navalny is taken from jail to a hospital in Moscow with an acute allergic reaction.

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Talks held in Vienna to salvage Iran nuclear deal

The meeting comes amid rising tensions in the Gulf and Iran's decision to breach parts of the deal.

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Craigavon: Device was 'deadly booby-trap'

Police say the device, had it exploded, would have been "catastrophic" for those nearby.

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Iran tanker seizure: UK warship HMS Duncan arrives in Gulf

HMS Duncan will escort British-flagged vessels in the Strait of Hormuz following an oil tanker seizure.

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'Chaos' as police and protesters clash

Tear gas and arrests as police in Hong Kong try to clear protesters from city streets.

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'Not only are we black, we're female... for them, it's a turn-off'

Afrocenchix co-founder Joycelyn Mate turned a 'niche' product into an award-winning company.

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Cooling tower at Ferrybridge Power Station demolished

A cooling tower at a former coal-fired power station is brought down in a controlled explosion.

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Gareth Bale: China move off as Wales forward set to stay at Real Madrid

Gareth Bale's move to China is off after Real Madrid cancel the deal, with the Wales winger set to stay at the Spanish club.

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'Ballet's for every size, shape and age'

Ballet classes are being run for adults who did not get the chance to dance when they were younger.

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Met Police payout after Southgate preacher's wrongful arrest

Footage of the street preacher's arrest has been viewed online almost three million times.

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Replica Mayflower ship being built to be burned

Volunteers have built the life-size replica to mark the 400th anniversary.

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British woman 'arrested over false rape claim' in Ayia Napa

Twelve Israeli males had been arrested in Cyprus in connection with the alleged assault on 17 July.

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Flooding shuts roads and rail lines in north-west England

Sections of road and rail lines are shut after heavy downpours in north-west England.

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Fortnite World Cup: 15-year-old Brit Jaden Ashman is gaming millionaire

Fifteen-year-old Jaden Ashman wins half of $2.25 million (£1.8m) after coming second with his teammate in the Fortnite World Cup duo finals.

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Hong Kong protests: Demonstrators defy police ban again

Pro-democracy demonstrators chant anti-police slogans while marching through the business district.

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Cruise pair released over 'mass brawl' on P&O ship Britannia

They remain under investigation on suspicion of assault after six people were hurt on a P&O cruise.

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Holidays that close the generation gap

Whether people are holidaying at home or abroad, multi-generational holidays are on the rise.

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Saturday, 27 July 2019

Teen Fortnite millionaire: 'I got first Xbox when I was six'

Jaden Ashman, 15, from Essex has won half of $2.25 million (£1.8m) in the Fortnite World Cup finals.

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Russi Taylor: Minnie Mouse voice actress dies aged 75

Russi Taylor, who played Minnie Mouse for three decades, has died aged 75, Disney has announced.

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Old £1 coins: 145 million coins still not returned

Nearly two years after they stopped being legal tender, 145 million old-style £1 coins are still missing.

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French cyclists hit again by curse of Tour de France

Two Frenchmen were in contention to win the biggest race in cycling - but it was not to be.

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Fortnite: UK player places second in e-sports World Cup

Jaden Ashman from Essex will split $2.25m (£1,8m) with his Dutch team mate Dave Jong.

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No-deal Brexit now 'assumed' by government, says Gove

Michael Gove says he expects the EU will not consider striking a new withdrawal deal with the UK.

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Noel Edmonds reaches compensation deal with Lloyds over scam

The TV star's former business was destroyed in a multi-million pound banking scam a decade ago.

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Ashes 2019: England call up Jofra Archer for first Test v Australia

Pace bowler Jofra Archer is named in England's Test squad for the first time for the Ashes opener against Australia starting on Thursday.

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India floods: Hundreds of train passengers stranded near Mumbai

Helicopters, boats and divers converge on the train near Mumbai in a big recue operation.

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Hong Kong protests: Yuen Long march defies police ban

They rallied against a mob attack on protesters last week, while police fired tear gas to disperse them.

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'I don't get paid' - Running Instagram for Love Islanders

No pay, nasty messages and hack attempts - the friends who look after social media for Love Island contestants.

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Fnatic: 15 years at the top of esports

The founder of one of the worlds most well known esports teams speaks to Newsbeat about their 15 year journey.

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'Pack children's medicines in your hand luggage'

A study suggests that airlines do not carry adequate supply of cures for youngsters on board their flights.

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No-deal Brexit 'threatens' UK science industry, says Wellcome Trust

Wellcome Trust chair warns Boris Johnson that Britain will lose out if it "amputates" the EU.

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Friday, 26 July 2019

Child poverty cash handed back to Europe unspent

Peers say it is "unbelievably inept" that deprivation funding could be handed back unspent.

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UK heatwave: St Pancras passengers face delays across weekend

Engineers say repairs on heat-damaged equipment on the London line may not be finished until Monday.

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Jeremy Corbyn: No-deal Brexit would put NHS in danger

The Labour leader predicts tax cuts for the rich under Boris Johnson's "aggressive, far-right" government.

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Boy survives 50ft fall at Brecon Beacons National Park

A teenage boy suffers a "very severe leg injury" in the fall in Brecon Beacons National Park.

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Nightclub collapse kills two in South Korea

Among the injured are athletes competing at the Fina World Swimming Championships 2019 in Gwangju.

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Direct debit fraud: 'My mother lost £14,000'

A charity warns that the elderly and vulnerable are most at risk of becoming victims of direct debit fraud.

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The children with special needs who stay at home

Four children with special educational needs explain why they no longer attend school.

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Russian TV's leaked Chernobyl drama features CIA plot

HBO's critically acclaimed show isn’t the only Chernobyl story coming to the small screen this year.

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The boffins who solve disability problems

From supportive body suits to a beeping football - what gadget do you need?

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Norwich Pride: Gay cartoonist David Shenton on the decades after Stonewall

From the AIDS crisis to Thatcher's section 28 and equal marriage - it's been a busy 50 years.

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Week in pictures: 20-26 July 2019

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

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Sanditon: Sex, nudity and slavery in Jane Austen TV drama

A new dramatisation of the writer's unfinished novel challenges some conventions of TV period drama.

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The unlikely manager and Britain's worst football team

Russell MacMorran put his hand up at a meeting and ended up managing the "worst" team in Britain.

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Aung San Suu Kyi's Myanmar dam dilemma with China

A controversial dam would bring much-needed power to Myanmar, but locals are asking - at what cost?

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Letter from Africa: Zimbabwe descends into darkness

Zimbabweans, already fearing a return to hyperinflation, are now also struggling with long power blackouts.

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Homeless World Cup: Wales teams target joy on and off the pitch

Cardiff hosts 2019 Homeless World Cup with about 500 players taking part representing 48 countries.

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Ofcom fines Russian news service £200,000 over impartiality

The broadcasting regulator says RT breached impartiality rules in several news and current affairs programmes.

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German school students in Starnberg try to spring teen from cell

Leaving dos are often riotous, but few end with 50 German teens laying siege to a police station.

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Three to give customers 5G at 'no extra cost'

The mobile network promises "completely unrestricted" 5G when it launches in August.

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Moulin Rouge musical is 'mostly delicious' on Broadway

The first reviews are in for the big budget stage adaptation of Baz Luhrmann's 2001 hit movie.

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Boris Johnson: Relationship with Trump will be 'sensational', says top diplomat

The US and UK leaders have a "lot in common", the American ambassador in London says.

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Boris Johnson continues government reshuffle

New PM appoints junior and middle-ranking ministers, following cabinet overhaul

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Confusion over Sports Direct results delay

Mystery over why Mike Ashley's Sports Direct has not published its results on Friday morning.

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Israeli 'underworld' figures shot dead in Mexico City 'hit'

The alleged killer - who wore a blonde wig - originally told police it was a crime of passion.

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Thursday, 25 July 2019

News Daily: More transport delays and Arsenal's heroic defending

Your morning briefing for 26 July 2019.

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LGBT teaching row: Boris Johnson urged to step in

A school's chief executive fears protests could escalate if Boris Johnson does not act fast.

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The Gay Footballer: Why fans wanted a UK player to come out

LGBT football fans had been hoping that a Championship player would come out on Twitter.

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Recruitment of 20,000 new police officers to begin 'within weeks'

Forces in England and Wales lost more than 20,000 officers between 2009 and 2017.

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US government death penalty move draws sharp criticism

Rights groups and Democrats rebuke the decision to execute five inmates after a 16-year hiatus.

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UK heatwave: More delays for travellers despite temperatures easing

Disruption for rail and air passengers will continue after Thursday's record-breaking temperatures.

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Brazil gold heist: Gunmen steal gold worth $30m from São Paulo airport

The suspects entered Guarulhos airport in São Paulo dressed as police officers.

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North Korea missile launch 'a warning to South Korean warmongers'

Kim Jong-un says the new weapons system would "not be easy to defend against", state media reports.

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Deepcut inquests: Campaign ends for James Collinson hearing

Families of four soldiers who died still want an inquiry into young recruits carrying loaded guns.

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British Airways to resume Cairo flights after security review

The airline suspended flights to the Egyptian capital last week as a "security precaution".

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Boris Johnson: Should Africa shrug, smile or scowl?

The age of empire is long gone, and the UK has to compete with other powers for influence in Africa.

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Ex-Oxford University employee guilty of US murder

Newly-released court documents reveal details of Andrew Warren's crime in Chicago in 2017.

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Fortnite World Cup: Players battle for biggest total prize pool

The top four Fortnite players will soon become millionaires while others take home $50,000 or more.

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The quiet scheme saving thousands from ransomware

No More Ransom says it has helped 200,000 people recover from ransomware attacks.

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Franky Zapata: Flyboard inventor fails in cross-Channel bid

Franky Zapata was hoping to cross from northern France to southern England in just 20 minutes.

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Nissan to cut 12,500 jobs worldwide

The Japanese car giant says it will make 10% fewer cars by the end of 2022.

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Wednesday, 24 July 2019

Boeing warns it may stop 737 Max production

Planemaker Boeing reports a $3bn loss because of the 737 Max crisis as it mulls halting production.

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Jeffrey Epstein 'found semi-conscious' in prison cell

The US financier is in jail in New York while he awaits trial on sex trafficking charges.

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Bison throws girl through air at Yellowstone National Park

A video of the incident shows the nine-year-old being flipped into the air as the animal charges.

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O2 to launch 5G network in UK in October

It will be the last of the UK's four 5G networks to launch, and the only one not to use Huawei kit.

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Samsung Galaxy Fold 'ready' for launch after screen fix

The firm delayed the release of its folding device after early reviewers reported broken screens.

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News Daily: New PM, new cabinet... and a forecast to frazzle

Your morning briefing for 25 July 2019.

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Boris Johnson replaces Theresa May as the UK's new prime minister

Boris Johnson says he wants to "change the country for the better".

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Puerto Rico governor to resign after mass protests

Ricardo Rosselló is stepping down after obscenity-laden messages were leaked from a group chat.

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Campaign raising money for statue of Leicester playwright, Joe Orton

A new campaign aims to fund a statue in honour of the 1960s playwright in his hometown, Leicester.

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Parents 'missing out on new baby health visits'

This increases the risk of mental health issues and other problems going unnoticed, charity NSPCC says.

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Boris Johnson's new-look cabinet to meet for first time

After meeting his team, the new prime minister will then address MPs in the House of Commons,

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Spain's Pedro Sánchez faces decisive vote on future in power

MPs to vote on whether Pedro Sánchez will remain in power following last-ditch coalition talks.

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The 1975: Greta Thunberg writes climate essay for new album

The Swedish activist has recorded a spoken-word essay for the opening track on the band's new album.

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Four challenges facing Boris Johnson

BBC correspondents break down some of the tricky policy issues in the new prime minister's in-tray.

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North Korea fires 'short-range missiles' into sea, S Korea says

It comes after anger from the North over planned military exercises between South Korea and the US.

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Trump uses veto to unblock $8bn weapons sale to Saudi Arabia

The US president overrides bipartisan resolutions in the Republican-led Senate that barred the deal.

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UK heatwave: Country braces for hottest day on record

Temperatures could soar to an all-time high of 39C in southern and eastern England on Thursday.

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The wrestler helping others speak about sexual abuse

Wrestler Robbie Constant was sexually assaulted as a child, but has only just spoken about what happened to him.

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The verdict on Robert Mueller’s Congress performance

What role did politics play in the hearing and what could it mean for President Trump’s future?

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UK weather: The UK's record-breaking heat in maps and charts

With the UK set for its warmest day - how does the current hot spell compare with previous years?

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Nissan workers braced for job cuts

The Japanese car giant could announce more than 10,000 job losses on Thursday, reports say.

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Audra McDonald criticises audience member for photographing nude scene

An audience member took a photo of Audra McDonald during a nude scene in a current Broadway show.

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Booker Prize 2019: Margaret Atwood's Handmaid's Tale sequel on longlist

Margaret Atwood's original novel was nominated for the same literary award 33 years ago.

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River Thames missing swimmers: Body pulled from water in Wapping

Searches are continuing for two other swimmers who vanished in different stretches of the river.

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Rare Nike trainers sell for more than £350,000

Historic 1970s running shoes smash their expected selling price at auction in New York.

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Police search for three Rhos-on-Sea children missing overnight

A police helicopter has been flying in the search for the children aged 12, nine and eight.

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Tuesday, 23 July 2019

UK weather: Lightning storms hit Britain amid heatwave

Forecasters say the UK's all-time highest recorded temperature could be set this week.

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Love Island goes to two series a year in 2020

ITV reports falling profits and advertising revenues as it announces more series of hit Love Island.

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Breakdancing opera singer steps in as Glyndebourne leading lady pulls out

Jakub Jozef Orlinski will replace US mezzo-soprano Elizabeth DeShong in Handel's Rinaldo.

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Technology giants' power to be probed in US

Firms like Facebook, Google, Amazon and Apple will be scrutinised in a Department of Justice probe.

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News Daily: Johnson to become prime minister and heatwave gets hotter

Your morning briefing for 24 July 2019.

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Thornaby care home resident known as the 'chicken whisperer'

Meet Irene - the 93-year-old woman who has been dubbed her care home's "chicken whisperer".

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'Gay footballer' deletes Twitter account

The account was purportedly from a professional in England who would go public on Wednesday.

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Government stops sending inmates to troubled Feltham youth jail

A report found an "extraordinary" decline in safety at Feltham Young Offender Institution.

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Triple joy, times two at Ulster Hospital

A busy day at in the Ulster Hospital in Dundonald as two sets of triplets are born within 24 hours.

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Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Trust: Fake doctor medicated 164 patients

Zholia Alemi, jailed in 2018 for fraud, treated mental health patients in Norfolk and Suffolk.

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Lucy McHugh: Murdered girl's stepdad attacked in Southampton

Richard Elmes, 22, was assaulted outside a shop after Lucy McHugh's killer was jailed, police say.

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BBC presenter Beccy Barr to leave job to become firefighter

The 41-year-old TV journalist says she is "excited and terrified" about her career change.

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Nigel Farage open to electoral pact with Boris Johnson

But the Brexit Party leader says the new PM must be committed to the 31 October Brexit deadline.

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Mahika Sharna: Nine-year-old wins pioneer award for invention

A nine-year-old from Greenwich is named Young Pioneer of the Year for an invention which helps blind people.

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Boris Johnson: New PM to form government after taking office

The new Conservative leader will make key appointments after taking office, as Theresa May bows out.

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Boris Johnson: 'The boy who wanted to be world king'

Political documentary maker Michael Cockerell profiles Britain's new prime minister, Boris Johnson.

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What has Boris Johnson said about other countries and their leaders?

One country will "sacrifice many sheep in Boris' honour". Even if its president might not be thrilled.

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MP's staff member resigns - on MP's Twitter page

Tweets published on Sheffield Hallam MP Jared O'Mara's account accuse him of "inexcusable contempt".

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Monday, 22 July 2019

South Korea fires warning shots at Russian military aircraft

Officials say the Russian plane left South Korean airspace before re-entering it again afterwards.

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Australia drug runner crashes meth van into police car

The collision outside a Sydney police station led authorities to a A$200m drug bust.

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News Daily: Tory leadership result due and Carl Beech conviction

Your morning briefing for 23 July 2019.

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'Rape cases dropped' over police phone search demands

Campaigners say investigations have stopped after complainants refused to hand over their devices.

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Pub closures: What is the social cost to young people?

Could we be closing the generation gap over a drink in your local?

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Pledge to end smoking in England by 2030

The ambition is part of a range of measures to tackle the causes of preventable ill health.

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Banned 'your wife is hot' air conditioning ad appears on billboard

An academic describes the advert for an air conditioning firm as "like something out of the 1950s".

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Will Brexit break Britain, and would England care?

Residents of the UK's most Brexit-supporting town share their thoughts on Scottish independence with The Nine.

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Conservative leadership: Johnson and Hunt await result of members' vote

Tory members will choose either Boris Johnson or Jeremy Hunt as Theresa May's successor in No 10.

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US expands powers to deport migrants without going to court

Under the rule, officers will be able to immediately deport more migrants without going to court.

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Venezuela blackout: Power cuts plunge country into darkness

The blackout has hit 18 of the country's 23 states and is blamed on an "electromagnetic attack".

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Unlocked Graduates: Why are graduates competing to be prison officers?

You study for a Master's free of charge and work in a prison on £30,000 per year. How hard is it?

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Should robots ever look like us?

Some think humanoid robots will be easier to interact with, but others think we'll find them creepy.

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Polka dot dress: What to do when everyone's wearing the same as you

The white and black polka dot dress has become so popular people are starting to disguise it.

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What's the best way to stay awake in meetings?

Most of us have experienced meeting-induced drowsiness - here are six tips to beating it.

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'How I got to medical school via A&E and the chicken shop'

Yousef used to spend hours hanging around the High Street with mates, until an injury changed his life.

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The rise of India’s viral wedding photoshoots

Some newlyweds in India are shunning traditional photos in favour of exotic photoshoots they hope will go viral online.

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Wheelchair basketball player Abdi Jama: I'm lucky to be alive

Abdi Jama was paralysed after a fall. Now he's an international wheelchair basketball player for Great Britain.

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Carl Beech: Liar, fraudster and paedophile

Why did Carl Beech make false allegations of murder and child sexual abuse against a string of public figures?

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Treasured family photos buried to hide the past

One family's treasured photographs that were hidden from the Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia.

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Iran crisis: A tale of two tankers

When Iran seized a UK-flagged tanker last week, it might have felt like a surprise move. But it wasn't.

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Robert Mueller hearings: What questions might he face?

The former FBI director faces questions from Congress about his report on the Trump campaign and Russia.

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How to keep cool and carry on in a 35C heatwave

With temperatures expected soar to up to 35C in some parts, how can the UK keep cool and carry on?

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The Mall fire: Blaze at Walthamstow shopping centre

More than 70 firefighters have been called to The Mall shopping Centre in Walthamstow.

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Sunday, 21 July 2019

Lib Dem leadership: Sir Vince Cable's replacement to be announced

Jo Swinson or Sir Ed Davey will be named as Sir Vince Cable's successor on Monday afternoon.

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Mack Horton: Swimmer refuses to join rival Sun Yang on podium

Mack Horton has previously accused Chinese freestyle champion Sun Yang of being a "drug cheat".

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Shane Lowry's Open victory at Royal Portrush realises childhood dreams

Ireland's Shane Lowry says he grew up "holing putts to win The Open" after winning his first major at Royal Portrush.

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News Daily: Tory contest closes and Cobra meets over Iran tanker crisis

Your morning briefing for 22 July 2019.

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Brook House: 'G4S made £14m profit from immigration centre'

The firm made "significant" profits at Brook House, where detainees were allegedly abused, a report finds.

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Nadiya Hussain: How I switch off

The cook, author and television presenter on why we need to look after ourselves.

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Cross party group urges Home Office rethink on 'fix rooms'

MPs and peers from five political parties call on the Home Office to end its opposition to drug consumption rooms.

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Police officer whose mum was murdered leads domestic abuse unit

Mike Taggart "lost his whole world" when his mother Donna Crist was stabbed to death by her husband.

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Iran tanker seizure: May to chair Cobra meeting on crisis

The prime minister is expected to receive updates and discuss the security of shipping in the area.

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The Silicon Valley space race

The battle between two billionaires vying to take us to the Moon and beyond.

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Tory leadership contest: Voting to close

Party members have until Monday evening to return their ballots for Jeremy Hunt or Boris Johnson.

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Family want answers over Benidorm water park accident

David Briffaut, from Essex, broke his neck in an accident on a slide at a water park in Benidorm.

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Why 3D printing could be key to a Moon base

Construction materials, ceramics and food could all one day be printed on the lunar surface.

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Mystery surrounds animal deaths on France's farms

Farmers say wind farms and mobile phone masts cause higher rates of animal mortality, but scientists say there's no evidence to prove it.

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Who would win if a general election was held now?

With the UK about to get a new prime minister, the prospect of an early election is not far-fetched.

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Polish abuse scandal: Victims take on the Catholic Church

Allegations of appalling abuse involving priests have shaken the trust of many Poles in the Church.

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'I kept my multimillion dollar business secret'

Young entrepreneur Marcin Kleczynski secretly ran his business Malwarebytes from his college dormitory.

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Is Zimbabwe's economy on track?

The return of the Zimbabwean dollar has raised fears about a return to hyperinflation.

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Danger tumble dryers: 'I'm sorry' says Whirlpool executive

A full recall of remaining fire-prone dryers is launched, four years after the safety issue first emerged.

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Women 'must be warned' of breast implant illness

One woman says she experienced severe pain, tiredness, hair loss and allergies because of the condition.

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UK's top doctor calls for global health effort

Countries must work together to tackle global health risks, the outgoing UK Chief Medical Officer has warned.

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Body-worn cameras to be compulsory for bailiffs

The government says the move will help tackle "intimidation and aggression" used by some bailiffs.

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Anniversary Games: GB win 4x100m relay gold in second-fastest British time ever

The GB quartet of CJ Ujah, Richard Kilty, Zharnel Hughes and Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake win the 4x100m relay gold in a time of 37.60secs.

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'Incredible' Adam Peaty smashes breaststroke world record with sub-57 time

GB's Adam Peaty becomes the first man to swim under 57 seconds in the 100m breaststroke semi-finals at the World Championships in South Korea - breaking his own world record with a time of 56.88.

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Women's Ashes: Laura Marsh takes 'massive wicket' of Alyssa Healy

England's Laura Marsh takes the "massive wicket" of the dangerous Alyssa Healy with a big spinner from around the wicket during the final day of the Ashes Test against Australia at Taunton.

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Iran tanker crisis a 'diplomatic test' for new UK PM

With relationships strained, how will the new prime minister rally its American and European allies?

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Hong Kong protests: High security as masses march

The latest pro-democracy rally is tense, as it follows the discovery of a huge haul of explosives.

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Britain's Peaty breaks breaststroke world record again

British swimmer Adam Peaty breaks the 100m breaststroke world record with a time of 56.88, coming the first man to complete the feat in under 57 seconds.

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Coventry McDonalds 'drive-by' attack: Teenage boy shot

Police are investigating if the shooting is connected to two other incidents in Coventry last night.

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Arlene Foster: 'Serious negotiations' to restore NI devolution

The DUP leader denies suggestions that the negotiations are no longer a five-party process.

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Renters may get access to rogue landlord database

Prospective tenants would be able to check if their landlord has convictions, under government plans.

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Comic Con: Marvel reveals Blade, Shang Chi and female Thor

Marvel studios announces a bumper crop of new productions, causing a collective meltdown at Comic Con.

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Portugal wildfires: Huge blazes force evacuations

Hundreds of firefighters are deployed to tackle the blazes which are being fanned by strong winds.

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Stealthy penguins, mini-rockets and 'detective' drivers…

and other news you may have missed this week.

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In pictures: Americans cool down in sweltering heatwave

Temperatures in some US cities are dangerously high, with the east coast particularly hard-hit.

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Philip Hammond plans to quit if Johnson becomes PM

Philip Hammond tells the BBC he plans to resign when Theresa May leaves office next week.

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Cairo flights: Lufthansa resumes services but BA cancellations continue

But British Airways says flights from Heathrow to the Egyptian capital remain cancelled.

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Ukraine's Zelensky aims to bolster power in parliamentary polls

Volodymyr Zelensky hopes Sunday's general election will sweep away the old guard of MPs.

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Saturday, 20 July 2019

Iran tanker seizure: Radio exchanges reveal Iran-UK confrontation

In the recording, a Royal Navy frigate can be heard warning Iranian vessels not to obstruct the tanker.

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Twitter suspends Iran news agencies over 'harassment of Baha'is'

The site said it suspended the accounts because of alleged harassment of Baha'is.

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Brexit: Irish deputy PM hopes backstop will be 'unnecessary'

But the withdrawal agreement reached by the UK and EU cannot be renegotiated, Simon Coveney says.

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First moon landing: World celebrates 50th anniversary of Apollo 11

On 20 July 1969, Apollo 11 landed - and hours later Neil Armstrong took his historic first steps.

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NDAs: New laws to crack down on 'gagging' clauses

A ban will be placed on NDAs which prevent people from speaking to police, doctors or lawyers.

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England's seaside towns where young people might disappear

More than half of coastal communities in England might see a fall in the number of residents under 30.

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Home Office urged to attend emergency drugs summit

The Scottish government has invited UK ministers to a meeting about the record number of drugs deaths.

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Women's Ashes: England make early breakthrough taking Jess Jonassen wicket

England take an early wicket as Australia's Jess Jonassen is out for eight slicing to backward point off the bowling of Katherine Brunt.

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Labour wants to end outsourcing of council services

Bin collections, cleaning and school dinners could be taken back in-house under the party's plans.

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Romelu Lukaku: Man Utd reject £54m Inter Milan bid

Manchester United reject a 60m euro bid from Antonio Conte's Inter Milan for Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku.

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Sport Relief's All-Stars Netball: Jennifer Saunders scores with underarm throw

Watch comedian Jennifer Saunders score with an underarm throw in the All-Stars netball match for Sport Relief.

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Emanuela Orlandi case: Vatican attempts new search to solve mystery

Two burial chambers will be examined in the search for a teenager, missing since 1983.

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Venice fines tourists: Germans punished for making coffee near bridge

The backpackers were fined €950 (£853) and asked to leave the city under a new public order law.

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Friday, 19 July 2019

I felt the love from the crowd, says McIlroy after missing cut

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy says missing the cut at his home Open hurt, but the "love" of the crowd spurred him on to a remarkable round of 65.

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Amazon deforestation: Brazil's Bolsonaro dismisses data as 'lies'

The Brazilian president accuses the national space agency of exaggerating the scale of deforestation.

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UK 'deeply concerned' over tanker seizure

The foreign secretary says the detention by Iran of the British-flagged ship is "unacceptable".

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Primary school children 'should learn about FGM'

Experts fear that for some vulnerable girls, secondary school lessons on the issue will be too late.

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Swapping a prison cell for a festival stage

Ex-inmates perform at Latitude Festival as part of the UK's first record label for prisoners.

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Benjamin Netanyahu becomes Israel's longest-serving leader

Benjamin Netanyahu breaks the record set by Israel's founding father, but he faces an uncertain future.

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Learner driver took 21 practical tests in a year, DVSA data shows

DVSA data reveals the highest number of practical tests taken by learners in a year.

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Rise in knives and blades found at London family courts

Campaigners say bringing knives to courts shows some people are "desensitised" to carrying weapons.

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US migrant crisis: Family divided while waiting for asylum

Changes to US immigration policy have left some families divided and waiting in Mexico for their asylum cases to be heard.

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#cheerupcharlie: West End rallies round boy bullied for musicals love

The hashtag #cheerupcharlie was trending on Twitter after a post from the nine-year-old's teacher.

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A lost archive of LA crime scenes

Unseen for up to 80 years, this trove of crime scene photos blurs the line between evidence and art.

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Algae bio-curtains: Architects' radical solution to capture carbon

Scientists and architects in London have developed 'bio-curtains' to act as an alternative to urban trees.

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Week in pictures: 13-19 July 2019

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

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Pound sterling: 5 holiday destinations where a weak pound still goes far

The pound may be falling, but there are still plenty of places it goes a long way. We look at five.

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Ed Sheeran's No. 5 Collaborations Project: The album you might not know about

Released in 2011, we look back at Ed Sheeran's rap and grime EP the No. 5 Collaborations Project.

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Would you pay less tax if you lived abroad?

The country you live in plays a big part in how much tax is deducted from your wages

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Sudan crisis: The ruthless mercenaries who run the country for gold

Accused of widespread abuses, the Rapid Support Forces sprang from "Janjaweed" militias linked to genocide in Darfur.

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Crossrail costs will continue to climb, MPs say

Commuters have been "let down by a programme that is well behind schedule", a committee of MPs says.

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Britbox: BBC and ITV set out plans for new streaming service

Shows like Love Island, Gavin & Stacey and Broadchurch will be on the BBC and ITV's streaming service.

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‘Thomas will take time on everyone’ - Yates’ Tour de France stage-by-stage guide

Britain's Adam Yates takes us stages that make up the 2019 Tour de France, with pointers to where the race will be won and lost.

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England World Cup-winner Stokes nominated for award - as New Zealander of the year!

England cricketer Ben Stokes is nominated for the New Zealander of the Year award after World Cup win.

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'Some of the things McIlroy did were embarrassing for a player of his class'

Rory McIlroy's embarrassing round in front of his home fans at Royal Portrush makes Tom English wonder if the Northern Irishman will ever win another major.

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Thursday, 18 July 2019

Plant-based milks on the rise: A quarter of Britons are drinking them

Whether it's almond, soy or coconut it seems cow's milk is being ditched for alternatives.

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News Daily: Public sector pay rise plan, and the UK's butterfly invasion

Your morning briefing for 19 July 2019.

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'Bigger than Liverpool beating Barcelona' - Connah's Quay knock Kilmarnock out of Europe

Connah's Quay Nomads beating Kilmarnock is "one of the biggest upsets the history of Europa League" and a "bigger result" than Barcelona losing 4-0 in Liverpool, says manager Andy Morrison.

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Public sector workers 'to get £2bn pay rise'

Soldiers, teachers and police officers are reportedly getting their biggest rise in six years.

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Sajid Javid: Leaders must 'moderate language' to fight extremism

Home Secretary Sajid Javid says everyone has a "part to play" to stop the spread of poisonous ideologies.

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Painted lady butterfly influx needs people to count them

Experts say the UK may be experiencing the rare arrival of millions of painted lady butterflies.

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Drivers face penalty points for not wearing seat belts

Government plans to toughen punishments for motorists breaking the law to try to reduce road deaths.

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Apollo 11: Few indoor loos, but there was a man on the Moon

Fifty years ago, James Burke was one of the presenters leading the BBC's coverage of the Moon landing.

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Jesus Army sex scandal: The dark secrets of life in a commune

Former members of a radical sect describe growing up in communes where abuse was commonplace.

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Housing, the environment and LGBT rights – where does the next PM stand?

From the environment to LGBT rights, the BBC's Nick Eardley explains where Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt stand on these big issues.

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HIV Positive and proud: What’s with the stigma?

Attitudes to HIV have barely changed since the 1980s. Four activists debunk misconceptions and tell us why they’re HIV positive and proud.

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Quiz of the week: Seven days, seven questions

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

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FaceApp: How accurate are the predictions?

They're older now, but how good is FaceApp at ageing photos of celebrities when they were young?

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The Worcester high street that's come back to life

From a Balkan breakfast to knitting - traders are diversifying to try to buck the trend of falling sales in the high street.

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Could there be an early general election?

Some MPs say they are prepared to trigger an election. How soon could it theoretically happen?

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Housing market: What is rent controls?

A simple look at how rent controls work and how effective they are.

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Nicaragua mothers mourn on eve of Sandinista revolution's anniversary

On the 40th anniversary of the Sandinista revolution, some Nicaraguans say there is no reason to celebrate.

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Car parts from weeds: The future of green motoring?

The motor industry is trying to reduce its carbon footprint in a number of innovative ways.

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No-deal Brexit will cause UK recession, says fiscal watchdog

The Office for Budgetary Responsibility said the economy would shrink 2% if the UK leaves without a deal.

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Asos shares slump on profits warning

The online fashion giant says sales growth has been held back by warehouse problems in the US and Europe.

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Boxing punchbag challenge: How many punches can you throw in 12 seconds? See how these professionals got on

Find out how former world champion Liam Smith, trainer Joe Gallagher and many more got on when they took on BBC Sport's 12-second challenge

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Juventus sign De Ligt from Ajax in £67.5m deal

Juventus complete the £67.5m signing of 19-year-old Dutch international defender Matthijs de Ligt from Ajax.

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Donald Trump impeachment bid fails in the House

The Democrat-controlled US House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly against the measure.

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Wednesday, 17 July 2019

Regulator calls for £50 cut to water bills in 2020-2025

Ofwat says water firms must also invest billions more in improving services between 2020 and 2025.

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News Daily: Barnier's 'no-deal' Brexit warning and fears over nuclear missile treaty

Your morning briefing for 18 July 2019.

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Kyoto Animation fire: One dead after suspected arson attack

Police believe a man broke into the Kyoto studio and sprayed an unidentified liquid before the fire.

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Mental health: Primary school head teachers speak out about lack of support

Primary school head teachers say their pupils are repeatedly rejected for mental health support.

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Christian family fined after arguing taxes 'against God's will'

The Beerepoot siblings in Tasmania are ordered to pay more than A$2m for failing to pay income tax.

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Instagram hides likes count in international test 'to remove pressure'

The number of likes is a measure of how well content is doing on the social media platform.

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Labour peer Baroness Hayter sacked for Jeremy Corbyn criticism

Baroness Hayter is sacked as shadow Brexit minister for making "offensive" remarks, the party says.

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Nato chief calls on Russia to save INF missile treaty

Nato chief Jens Stoltenberg calls on Russia to comply with the INF treaty before an August deadline.

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New emergency services attack law 'not a deterrent'

People who attack emergency services are not getting harsh sentences despite a new law, an MP says.

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Conjoined twins: Sisters meet surgeons who separated them

Ritaj and Rital were born joined at the head. They're reunited with the doctors who saved their lives.

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The social media giant is accused of promoting videos arguing the Earth isn't round.

Many people who believe the Earth is not round first heard the idea on YouTube. But how important was the video-sharing website in helping the flat Earth movement grow?

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Sounding alert about vanishing US coastlines

A new photography book captures the environmental threat to America's coastal region.

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India school-leaving exam: The controversy that cost 23 lives

The suicides have put India's competitive exams in the spotlight amid allegations of errors in marking.

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Why US bird attacks on humans are on rise

Bird experts say there's been an "incremental increase" in attacks, as people encroach on bird habitats.

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Trekking 10,000km across Africa for a football match

A Zimbabwean football fan travels from Cape Town to Cairo by road and finds "Africa is not friendly to Africans".

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Should I offset my summer holiday flights?

As more of us worry about our carbon emissions, how can you offset your air travel?

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What to look out for at Comic-Con 2019: Picard, Terminator, Batwoman and more

This year's blockbuster convention will include sneak previews of Batwoman, The Terminator and more.

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Ministers 'consider night ban for young drivers'

A graduated licence system is one of a series of measures being considered to improve road safety.

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Sudan junta and civilians sign power-sharing deal

Sudan's ruling military council and opposition leaders sign power-sharing accord after all-night talks to end crisis.

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Fleetwood Town boss Barton charged with actual bodily harm

Fleetwood Town manager Joey Barton is charged with actual bodily harm following an incident in the tunnel at Barnsley on 13 April.

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Tuesday, 16 July 2019

Bettys: Famous Yorkshire tearoom reaches its centenary

A hundred years after the first cafe was founded, mystery still surrounds the Bettys name.

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'Cordless' Dyson fan advert falls foul of watchdog

The UK Advertising Standards Authority bans a Dyson ad for implying fan is cordless.

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Older victims of crime not cared for well enough, says report

Two watchdogs have "grave" concerns about how police and prosecutors treat victims of crime aged over 60.

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Labour anti-Semitism row: Advert criticises Jeremy Corbyn

Members of the House of Lords accuse Jeremy Corbyn of presiding over a "toxic culture" of anti-Semitism.

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Norway's spy Town: 'They took him and they have broken him'

The wife of a Norwegian pensioner convicted of espionage in Russia has spoken to the BBC about her anger at the intelligence service.

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Trieste’s mental health revolution: 'It’s the best place to get sick'

Ideas from a mental health 'revolution' in Trieste in the 1970s are helping patients recover today.

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Plastic pollution: Could a year's waste circle the Earth four times?

Could a year's global plastic waste circle the Earth four times over?

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Moon Landing: 'Wow, it worked!'

Apollo 11's journey seen from Mission Control

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The CubeSat revolution changing the way we see the world

Small, cheap satellites can help us track pollution, crop yields and congestion like never before.

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El Chapo: How Mexico's drug kingpin fell victim to his own legend

The world’s most powerful drug kingpin was enamoured by his own legend and it cost him his freedom.

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Syrian conflict: Helping children through the horror of bomb blasts

A new medical guide aims to improve the chances of saving children's lives, and limbs, in war zones.

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Merkel: The steady woman whose shaking has touched a nation

After three bouts of trembling in public, Germany's Angela Merkel health has come under scrutiny.

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How Stranger Things inspired an entire album of Stranger Songs

Ingrid Michaelson is such a fan of the Netflix sci-fi show she's written a whole album about it.

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Females to the fore? What golf is doing to attract more women

Golf has realised it needs to make the sport more attractive to women, on and off the playing course.

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Menstrual cups 'as reliable as tampons'

Scientific review shows they are as leakproof as other sanitary products, say researchers.

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And the most-played song on UK radio is... Chasing Cars

It's a song from 2006, by a band from Northern Ireland... But what is it?

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Disability emojis: Guide dog and wheelchair user made available

The Emojis have been released by Apple to represent disabled people better.

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What Americans make of Trump 'go back' tweets

Some in the US state of Virginia are appalled by the president’s tweets about lawmakers - but others stand by him.

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Domestic abuse report exposes hidden side of rural life

Victims of domestic abuse in rural areas suffer longer and are less likely to get support, says report.

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Climate change: 'No brainer' fuel change to cut transport carbon

MPs say the simple step of adding more ethanol to the UK's fuel mix would be same as taking 700,000 cars off the roads.

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Chimps bond after watching movies together

Feeling closer after watching a video together can be experienced by chimps as well as humans, say scientists.

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Ryanair to cut flights after 737 Max delays

The airline also says it could close bases and axe summer flights next year.

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De Ligt travelling to Turin to complete £67.5m Juve move

Ajax captain Matthijs de Ligt is set to fly to Turin on Tuesday before completing a move to Italian champions Juventus.

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Monday, 15 July 2019

Harlech street takes record as steepest in the world

Guinness World Records says the Harlech street has beaten the previous record holder in New Zealand.

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'I lost my mum, dad, two sisters and brother to drugs'

Jacquie says it was like a fire ripping through her family after five relatives died because of drug addiction.

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El Salvador: Woman faces retrial in stillbirth case

Evelyn Beatríz Hernández Cruz had been sentenced to 30 years after being accused of aborting her baby.

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News Daily: US congresswomen on Trump, and rail 'Fat Controller' call

Your morning briefing for 16 July 2019.

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Koscielny 'very hurt' by Arsenal row - Giroud

Chelsea's Olivier Giroud says his friend and former Arsenal team-mate Laurent Koscielny is "very hurt" by his transfer conflict with the Gunners.

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Apollo 11: Partial lunar eclipse due on 50th anniversary

The moon may appear red on the day of the 50th anniversary of the historic space flight.

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Fishermen 'still illegally discarding dead fish' says report

A House of Lords inquiry looked at the impact of the ban on fishing discards six months on.

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Armed forces: Sexual offence claims 'not properly recorded'

Allegations of sexual communications with children were among those not included in official figures.

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The Harlech street that has proved the world's steepest

Ffordd Pen Llech has taken the record from a street in New Zealand with a gradient of more than 37%.

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When most people never see a £50 note, why have it?

The Bank of England has unveiled the new Alan Turing £50 note, but does it make sense to even have it?

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Choosing the woman who will be my new voice

When Rose Brown was aged 12, she was hit by a drink driver and left unable to walk or talk. She's now been able to choose how she sounds.

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No Buy Year: 'They'll remember the time we spent together'

Nicola is doing a 'no buy' year and fighting back against social media pressure to buy new things.

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Led Zeppelin: Pictures show first concert, in 1968

Photographer Jorgen Angel was present at Led Zeppelin's first concert, in 1968.

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Rare wildcat kittens born at Highlands field centre

The two females are part of a captive breeding programme that could one day see cats released into the wild.

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The mountain climbers showing diabetes doesn't have to be an uphill struggle

Why two men with type one diabetes are hiking to the the highest points in all 50 US states - in 50 days.

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Sonny Liston: The mysterious death that haunts boxing

Sonny Liston was found dead at his Las Vegas home in 1971. A coroner concluded he died of natural causes - but some say the truth is darker.

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Extinction Rebellion: Who are they and what are their aims?

The Extinction Rebellion group is holding climate protests across the UK.

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Will ships without sailors be the future of trade?

May saw the world's first unmanned commercial shipping operation.

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Volodymyr Zelensky: Why Ukraine's new president needs second election win

Volodymyr Zelensky's presidential victory was hailed as a political earthquake but he has been unable to make changes.

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Wallows: Putting Hollywood on hold for the sake of music

Fronted by 13 Reasons Why actor Dylan Minnette, US band Wallows are balancing music with movies.

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Monsoon season: The river politics behind South Asia's floods

Every year, tensions increase between India and Nepal during the monsoon season. Why?

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Climate change: Used cooking oil imports may boost deforestation

Imports of waste oil from Asia, intended to cut carbon from transport, are linked to rising levels of deforestation

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Sports Direct delays results as House of Fraser trading 'uncertain'

Mike Ashley's company says "uncertain" trading at House of Fraser is part of the reason for the delay.

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Sunday, 14 July 2019

News Daily: Iran nuclear plan and England World Cup cricket win

Your morning briefing for 15 July 2019.

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LGBT teaching row: Government 'too slow' to tackle protests

Sara Khan, hired by the government to tackle extremism, says teachers should have had more support.

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Whistleblowers: 'We spoke out and lost our jobs'

As MPs and peers call for an overhaul of whistleblowing laws, a former teacher explains why she took action.

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Monsoon kills dozens in Nepal, India and Bangladesh

Most of the fatalities occurred as torrential rains hit Nepal, causing flooding and landslides.

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China's economy grows at slowest pace since 1990s

China's economy has been slowing despite Beijing's efforts to boost spending and cut taxes.

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Roman coin stash 'may have been linked to Boudiccan revolt'

There was an increase in hoarding coins during the "tumultuous" reign of the queen, an expert says.

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Summer getaway: Roads to avoid as school holiday begins

Traffic is expected to peak on Friday as holidaymakers share the roads with commuter traffic.

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Greenwich stab murder suspect, 19, arrested

The 19-year-old was detained after the victim, 22, died from stab wounds on a street in Greenwich.

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'A nail-biting finish' as England win Cricket World Cup final

England and New Zealand fans in London and Sheffield tell the BBC how they found the Cricket World Cup final.

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Ebola in DR Congo: Case confirmed in Goma

It is the first time Ebola has been diagnosed in Goma, a city of more than a million people.

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Iran nuclear deal: Jeremy Hunt aims to ease tensions

The foreign secretary will attempt to ease escalating tensions in the Gulf as he meets with EU counterparts.

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Trade negotiators wanted to fill Brexit gap

Liam Fox wants to train new trade negotiators. Opponents say it is a last-minute scramble.

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5G health risks: What's the evidence?

Exposure from mobile networks including 5G fall well below limits set by international regulators.

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Life after prison for Muslim women

Female Muslim ex-offenders need targeted help, say campaigners.

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German police remove far-right black crosses

Officials say there is no evidence for far-right claims foreigners have killed thousands of Germans.

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Kabareh Cheikhats: The all-male musical troupe who dress up as women

The Moroccan men who explore their femininity at night, paying tribute to the country’s female folk singers.

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Using archaeology as therapy for veterans

Servicemen and women trying to overcome the effects of war are digging at the Battle of Waterloo site.

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Kenya's railway art gets a new platform

Meet the Kenyan artists who have turned abandoned trains carriages into a creative studio.

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Neil Armstrong - the man behind the legend

The public knew little about this enigmatic man, but now we are gaining a glimpse of the real Neil Armstrong.

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A web of abuse: How the far right disproportionately targets female politicians

Established far-right groups use social media to direct abuse at female politicians across Europe.

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'Poverty link' to youth violence - London Mayor

Sadiq Khan says "there's never any excuse for criminality" but that poverty is a factor.

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The Lion King: Disney remakes and the power of nostalgia

The Lion King is the latest animation to go "live action". Why is Disney remaking so many of its own films?

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Bastille Day: Flyboard takes part in military display

France's annual military parade, commemorating the storming of the Bastille prison, takes place in Paris.

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Netball World Cup 2019: England thrash Samoa to top group D

England end the first preliminary stage of the Netball World Cup with a 90-24 win over Samoa to finish top of Group D.

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Man and woman dead after car hits pedestrians in Glenrothes

A Ford Fiesta hit a 59-year-old man and a 61-year-old woman on Saturday morning and died at the scene.

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Labour anti-Semitism row: Don't attack messengers, says Thornberry

The shadow foreign secretary says "nobody can pretend there isn't an ongoing problem" within Labour.

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Cricket World Cup final: England's Chris Woakes removes New Zealand's Martin Guptill

England's Chris Woakes traps New Zealand opener Martin Guptill lbw to give the hosts an early breakthrough in the World Cup final at Lord's.

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Cricket World Cup: New Zealand's Henry Nicholls survives v England in final

New Zealand opener Henry Nicholls successfully reviews an lbw against England in the Cricket World Cup final at Lord's.

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British Grand Prix 2019: all you need to know from Silverstone

A new contract, new surface and more speed - surprising Silverstone could produce an unexpected result on Sunday.

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Woman seriously injured in Borders police car crash

The 36-year-old was a passenger in a car hit by a police vehicle which had been called to an incident.

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Brexit: Campaigner Gina Miller threatens no deal court battle

Gina Miller says she will take legal action if the next prime minister tries to shut down Parliament.

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Swansea's Bascule Bridge to be moved for restoration

More than 20 workers, a 53m crane and a truck will move the 110-year-old Bascule Bridge.

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Saturday, 13 July 2019

England v New Zealand: Where Cricket World Cup final will be won and lost

Devastating batsmen, blistering pace bowlers and supreme fielding - BBC Sport assesses the fine margins which could decide the World Cup final.

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Hammond says UK 'cannot control no-deal Brexit'

The Chancellor believes that the power over Brexit lies with EU member states and private business.

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Kelly Mary Fauvrelle: Man charged over mother and baby deaths

Kelly Mary Fauvrelle died at the scene while son Riley died in hospital after being delivered.

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Wimbledon 2019: Roger Federer must 'take it up a level' against Novak Djokovic

Roger Federer must "take it up a level" to beat Novak Djokovic and claim a record-equalling ninth Wimbledon singles title, says three-time champion John McEnroe.

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Woman, 89, returns to nightclub where she found love

Mary Edgson, 89, met her late husband Dennis at what is now Pryzm nightclub, in Nottingham.

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Essex sonic boom: MOD receives four compensation claims

Four compensation claims have been made after RAF jets were scrambled to escort a civilian flight.

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Seven hurt as car is driven at them in Battersea

Three people are arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after the crash in south-west London.

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Power failure halts New York subway trains

About 40,000 people are without power in the borough of Manhattan, the local power company says.

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Knife crime: NHS and councils to have legal duty to prevent knife crime

New rules mean police forces and councils will also have to work together to tackle serious violence.

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Man dies after attacking Tacoma immigration jail, police say

Police say four officers opened fire on the man, who was throwing incendiary devices at the centre.

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New leak claims Trump scrapped Iran nuclear deal 'to spite Obama'

The latest disclosure comes despite a police warning to media about publishing leaked diplomatic memos.

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Reef rescue: Could this robot help save corals?

The submersible robot delivers baby corals to damaged areas allowing reefs to regenerate.

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Suspected carjacker dies after 'mob justice' in Philadelphia

A man who tried to steal a car with children inside was chased and beaten by a mob in Philadelphia.

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Ambassador row: Publishing leak 'not in public interest' says Met Police

Met Police say it respects freedom of press, but publishing diplomatic emails may be a criminal offence.

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Storm Barry closes in on Louisiana as residents lock down

Flights in and out of New Orleans have been cancelled, with tens of thousands already without power.

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Valtteri Bottas on British GP pole position

Valtteri Bottas beats Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton to pole position by the tiniest of margins at the British Grand Prix.

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Some convicted killers could have prison records wiped

The justice secretary wants to scrap rules obliging some offenders to reveal prison time to employers.

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Simona Halep beats Serena Williams to win Wimbledon title

Simona Halep wins her first Wimbledon title and crushes Serena Williams' latest bid for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title.

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Man Utd beat Perth Glory in first pre-season friendly

Manchester United start their pre-season campaign with a 2-0 win against Perth Glory in front of a crowd of 50,206 at the Optus Stadium.

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Spektrum-SG: Powerful X-ray telescope launches to map cosmos

One of the most important Russian space missions in the post-Soviet era lifts off from Kazakhstan.

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Open volunteers make round-the-world trip for Portrush

Greg and Jenny Webster are travelling from Australia to volunteer at Royal Portrush.

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Woman sexually assaulted at TRNSMT festival

Police say they are looking for two men who fled the scene after being disturbed by passers-by.

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Northern Ireland earn vital win over Sri Lanka

Northern Ireland regroup from Friday's opening defeat by Australia to earn a crucial 67-50 win over Sri Lanka at the World Cup.

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Norfolk village celebrates first transatlantic flight, 100 years on

The village of Pulham made history when it welcomed an airship's heroic crew.

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Christchurch shootings: New Zealanders hand over guns

Gun owners have started handing over semi-automatic weapons following the Christchurch attacks.

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Ambassador row: Met Police criticised for warning off press

Editors react angrily to police warning that publishing leaked diplomatic emails may be "criminal".

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Why Griezmann's move to Barca provides more questions than answers

Where will Antoine Griezmann fit in at Barcelona? Will Neymar join and what about Luis Suarez? Why Barcelona's 120m euro signing provides more questions than answers.

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TRNSMT: All-female stage isn’t about ‘segregating women’

The Scottish festival launches a Queen Tut’s stage following criticism for having a male-heavy line-up.

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The pound's fall: a tale of two cities

More Americans are visiting London and splashing the cash as Brits in New York are counting the cents.

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Friday, 12 July 2019

Bob Dylan and Neil Young share Hyde Park stage

The rock 'n' roll legends co-headline a UK gig for the first-ever time in London.

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Sun cream: Children 'getting sunburnt' in Wales schools

Some schools do not allow children to bring in sun cream and teachers are told not to apply it.

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Epstein accused of witness tampering in sex trafficking case

Prosecutors claim Jeffrey Epstein sent $350,000 to two suspected co-conspirators late last year.

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Ministers may advise on how much sleep people need

The UK government is reportedly launching new guidelines to help you live longer and to save NHS funds.

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Cricket World Cup: Jonathan Agnew has advice for Tube passengers

The cricket correspondent will tell passengers to "hold on to their hats" at St John's Wood station.

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Solange shines at London's Lovebox

The R&B star gives a transcendent performance at her only UK show this year.

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Thursday, 11 July 2019

R. Kelly 'arrested on federal sex trafficking charges'

The singer is reportedly facing several new charges including child pornography.

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Thomas Cook in rescue deal talks with China's Fosun

The troubled travel company is looking for a £750m injection from its largest shareholder.

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News Daily: Hunt makes Navy pledge and Labour's anti-Semitism row continues

Your morning briefing for Friday 12 July 2019.

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Teenager dies and two hurt in stabbings

The young man, who died at the scene in Croydon, was one of three people attacked on the same street.

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Four Britons among foreigners arrested in China

They are part of an operation that saw 16 foreigners from an international education firm detained.

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Automated facial recognition trials backed by home secretary

The cameras have faced criticism, but Sajid Javid says it is right police use the latest technology.

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France Télécom bullying trial sheds light on spate of suicides

Prosecutors want three executives to go to jail over the suicide of 19 France Télécom workers, in a test case.

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Why search is no longer all about Google

Why less and less of your online life may involve searching with Google.

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Jeremy Hunt pledges to reverse cuts to Navy amid Iran row

The Tory leadership candidate says tensions in the Gulf show the navy needs more warships.

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Sudan’s livestream massacre

The story of the deadly violence in Khartoum on 3 June, told through those who filmed through it.

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The coal mine that ate Hambacher forest

Much of Germany's power is still made by burning coal. Activists have occupied a forest in protest.

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How the 2019 coffee crisis might affect you

Farmers are struggling as coffee prices drop to historic lows, so why is the cost of a latte rising?

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Buteyko: Why Indonesia singer Andien sleeps with tape on her mouth

Indonesian singer Andien says she tapes her, her husband's and her toddler's mouths every night.

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Why rapper AJ Tracey puts independence before profits

The Ladbroke Grove star on record labels, ghost writers, and why the US hasn't fallen for UK rap... yet.

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Rory Cellan-Jones: 'My proton beam therapy diary'

Rory Cellan-Jones kept a video diary of the proton beam therapy he received for his eye tumour.

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Quiz of the week: Where was royal baby Archie christened?

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

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Improving kids’ mental health with dogs, therapy and quiet classrooms

A London primary school has introduced innovative measures to improve pupils' mental wellbeing.

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A photographer's view of Formula E

Photographer Shiv Gohil looks back at five seasons covering Formula E motorsport.

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Meet the woman risking her life to clear Colombia's minefields

Paola Sanchez is 24 years old and risks her life every day, finding and deactivating landmines after five decades of conflict in Colombia.

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The Papers: Prisoners to get cell keys and digital tax plan

Prisoners being given incentives to behave better in jail and plans for a digital tax are among the stories on the front pages.

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Texas woman shares home with mother's corpse for three years

US police believe the mother suffered a fall in 2016 and her daughter did not provide adequate care.

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Babies 'don't need tongue-tie surgery to feed'

Babies with tongue-ties rarely need surgery to help them feed, a US study suggests.

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Turbulence injures 35 on Air Canada flight to Sydney

A flight from Vancouver to Sydney hits a severe patch of turbulence and is diverted to Hawaii.

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Denise Nickerson: Violet Beauregarde actress dies aged 62

The former child star played the gum-chewing brat in 1971's Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory.

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Wednesday, 10 July 2019

Branson warns pound to plummet in no-deal Brexit

Virgin boss tells the BBC a UK no-deal departure from the EU would be ‘devastating’ for Virgin.

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European Vega rocket lost minutes after liftoff

The rocket carrying a satellite is believed to have landed in the sea, the first failure in 15 launches.

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Australia catamaran accident leaves three people dead

Emergency crews retrieve the bodies and rescue two survivors in rough seas off New South Wales.

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News Daily: Labour in new anti-Semitism row and Iranians try to impede British tanker

Your morning briefing for Thursday 11 July 2019.

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Labour anti-Semitism claims prompt dismay in party

Deputy leader Tom Watson and London Mayor Sadiq Khan are among those to speak out after a BBC investigation.

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Greece storm: Six tourists killed as wind and hail batter Halkidiki

Hailstorms and gale-force winds leave six dead and at least 30 injured in the region of Halkidiki.

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Iranian boats 'tried to intercept British tanker'

The armed boats are reported to have withdrawn after receiving a warning from a Royal Navy ship.

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Pollution warning on dust from car tyres and brakes

Even going electric won't stop cars polluting city streets, report says.

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What is contempt of court, and why is Tommy Robinson guilty of it?

Tommy Robinson has been found guilty of "contempt of court". But what does that mean?

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Are men the main target of sexual harassment in Iraq?

A large scale survey looking at attitudes in the Middle East finds that 39% men in Iraq say they have been harassed.

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Mulan: Disney aims to win over China with second take on the legend

No singing and no dragons, but Disney's new take on the legend makes a play for Chinese audiences.

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England v Australia at the Cricket World Cup: 142 years of beef

A brief history of a sporting rivalry that dates back to the 19th Century.

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Would you drink camel milk?

Australia's growing number of camel farmers say that global demand for camel milk is rising fast.

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Dad's suicide inspires Coronation Street actress's play

Christine Mackie, who plays Coronation Street's Dr Gaddas, has written a play for her daughter Lois.

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'I gave my daughter something which killed her'

Annie McVey’s teenage daughter died in 2000 from the human form of mad cow disease, vCJD (variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease).

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Apollo 11: 'The greatest single broadcast in television history'

The moon landing 50 years ago brought previously unthinkable images and ideas to millions.

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