Tuesday, 28 February 2023

Deadly train collision near Greek city of Larissa

Two trains collide near the city of Larissa, killing at least 15 people and injuring dozens.

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How Wales-England gaffe sparked trip for Canadian TikToker

TikToker Pavlina has had a re-education in Wales after mistakenly thinking it was in England.

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More civil servants to strike on Budget day

Some 33,000 civil servants will join 100,000 of their colleagues taking strike action on 15 March.

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Venus and Jupiter to create spectacle in the sky

People, even without a telescope, will see the astronomical phenomenon by looking west after sundown.

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Watch Kate beat William in spin class endurance race

The Princess of Wales is awarded a golden trophy after beating Prince William in a race.

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Cut parents' benefits over school truancy, suggests Michael Gove

The cabinet minister says the measure could help restore an "ethic of responsibility".

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Monday, 27 February 2023

The Papers: PM hails 'Brexit breakthrough' but 'tensions loom'

A deal reached between the UK and the EU on the flow of goods to Northern Ireland leads the papers.

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Israeli-American killed in West Bank as unrest intensifies

The shooting happened after Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian villages on Sunday night.

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Lionel Messi: Argentina forward wins Best Fifa men's player of the year award

Argentina and Paris St-Germain forward Lionel Messi is named the 2022 men's player of the year at the Best Fifa Awards.

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Canada bans TikTok on government devices

The federal government says the video app is an "unacceptable" risk to privacy and security.

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Wizz Air to suspend Moldova flights over airspace safety

The suspension, from 14 March, comes after a Russian missile crossed Moldovan skies.

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Elon Musk defends racist tirade by Dilbert creator Scott Adams

Twitter's CEO accused US media of racism after multiple newspapers dropped the popular cartoon.

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Sunday, 26 February 2023

Physical 100: Are K-reality shows the next Korean cultural trend?

After Squid Game comes the hit survival-of-the-fittest reality show Physical 100.

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Ukraine war: Designing oufits for Beyoncé and Smith Smith from Kyiv

Beyoncé, Doja Cat and Sam Smith are some of the artists Ukrainian Ivan Frolov has designed for.

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Labour says UK risks falling behind Poland

Sir Keir Starmer says that without new policies, living standards will fall below those in eastern Europe.

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Israel and Palestinians pledge to reduce violence

As rare talks were held in Jordan, a Palestinian gunman killed two Israelis in the occupied West Bank.

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Omagh police shooting: Court extends detention of 43-year-old

Police investigating attempted murder of Det Ch Insp John Caldwell given extension to question man, 43.

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Saturday, 25 February 2023

Dan Walker on bike accident: 'My whole body aches'

The TV presenter says he hopes to return to work as soon as the swelling and bruising goes down.

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Turkey earthquake: How survivors cope with trauma

The deadly earthquakes in Turkey and Syria are having a devastating impact on people's mental health.

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Rosie Jones: 'If I went on Question Time again, I'd shut Twitter down'

The comedian on her first tour, ableism and the fall-out from her Question Time appearance.

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Sunak: I'm giving everything to get NI Brexit deal done

The prime minister says no agreement has been made but he is hopeful of a "positive outcome".

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Six Nations 2023: Wales 10-20 England - English triumph heaps misery on hosts

England heap more misery on troubled Wales with a scrappy Six Nations victory in Cardiff.

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Friday, 24 February 2023

The Papers: PM 'to seal Brexit deal' and 'Ukraine one year on'

Several of Saturday's papers lead with the PM's new post-Brexit deal and the anniversary of Russia's war in Ukraine.

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The Manchester puppet masters who made the stars of Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio

A low-key British animation studio created the models for Guillermo del Toro's acclaimed Pinocchio.

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China and the Ukraine war: The real reason for Beijing's charm offensive

The West may come away unimpressed - but convincing them was never likely the main goal for Beijing.

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Ukraine war: Zelensky keen to meet Xi following China's peace plan

Ukraine's leader said the call for talks and a ceasefire showed Beijing was "preparing to take part".

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Eurovision 2023: Government pledges £10m towards Liverpool song contest

The money will go on operational costs like security and visas for the show, being held in Liverpool.

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King had planned to meet EU chief

Saturday's meeting between the King and Ursula von der Leyen has been cancelled due to operational reasons.

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Britain's apple farmers issue food security warning

Kent apple growers say rising costs mean they can no longer afford to continue growing the fruit.

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Bird flu: UK health officials make contingency plans

There is no evidence bird flu will start spreading between people but experts are preparing for any scenario.

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Succession: Show's creator announces show will end after fourth season

The Emmy-winning show's creator Jesse Armstrong says it feels like the right time for it to end.

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Thursday, 23 February 2023

The Papers: 'Ukraine's year of blood' and 'let them eat turnips'

Many of Friday's papers reflect on the war in Ukraine on the anniversary of Russia's invasion and the UK's fruit and veg shortages.

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John Motson: Legendary commentator was a 'remarkable' character, says ex-England captain Gary Lineker

Legendary commentator John Motson was "the voice of football" who "always got the mood and the occasion right", says former England striker Gary Lineker.

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Ukraine war: UN condemns Russian invasion ahead of anniversary

The resolution is approved by 141 countries, with just seven - including Russia - opposing it.

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R. Kelly gets extra prison time after latest sex abuse conviction

The disgraced singer is sentenced to 20 years, but 19 will be served alongside an existing term.

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Wednesday, 22 February 2023

App to block child abuse images gets £1.8m EU funding

A project receives funding to pilot a newly-developed app to combat the demand for abuse images and video.

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Ukraine war: UN chief condemns invasion ahead of anniversary

AntĂłnio Guterres calls Russia's invasion an "affront" to the world's collective conscience.

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Los Angeles meteorologists marvel at blizzard warnings

It's usually sunny and warm in Southern California, but area forecasters are experiencing a first

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The Papers: Asylum backlog' 'amnesty' row and store 'seizes salad'

Thursday's papers focus on government plans to reduce the asylum backlog and the rationing of certain fruit and vegetable items in some shops

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Eleven Palestinians killed during Israeli raid in Nablus

More than 80 people also suffer bullet wounds after troops surround a house with militants inside.

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Suella Braverman plays down resignation talk over Brexit

But the home secretary says she won't support any protocol deal that "sells out" Northern Ireland.

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Tuesday, 21 February 2023

Newspaper headlines: Putin 'rips up treaty' and fruit and veg rationing

Wednesday's papers focus on the latest in the Ukraine conflict as well as UK supermarket shortages.

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Chris Mason: Government's view on public sector pay has shifted

New below-inflation pay rises are being recommended for nurses, teachers and police officers.

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Why singer Jully Black changed one word in Canada's national anthem

Singer Jully Black has gotten a lot of reaction for her rendition of O Canada at an NBA game.

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Mexico's ex-security minister Genaro GarcĂ­a Luna convicted of drug trafficking

Genaro GarcĂ­a Luna, a key drugs war figure, is found guilty of taking bribes from a big drug cartel.

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Kenya to investigate 'sex for work' exposed in BBC tea documentary

Parliament orders an inquiry after dozens of women speak of abuse on British-operated tea farms.

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Plymouth shootings: Why was Jake Davison allowed a gun?

Plymouth gunman Jake Davison had a history of violent outbursts but was granted a shotgun licence.

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Monday, 20 February 2023

What's going on with a new deal for Northern Ireland?

There had been talk an announcement could come on Tuesday, say Chris Mason and Jessica Parker

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Joseph Fiennes to star as England manager Gareth Southgate at National Theatre

Joseph Fiennes will star as Gareth Southgate in James Graham's Dear England at the National Theatre.

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Newspaper headlines: 'You can rest now, Nikki' and Biden's Ukraine trip

The formal identification of the 45-year-old, three weeks after going missing, dominates Tuesday's papers.

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Sunday, 19 February 2023

We want Russia to come, say Moldova protesters

Crowds in Chisinau voice anger at rising living costs and poverty as Moscow is accused of sending saboteurs.

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Nigeria election 2023: Fact-checking claims by the candidates

Claims about poverty, unemployment and insecurity feature prominently in this election campaign.

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Footballer Christian Atsu's body returned to Ghana

The 31-year-old was found dead under the rubble of his home in Turkey two weeks after the earthquake.

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The Papers: 'Heartbreak' as Nicola search brings 'family's worst fear'

The discovery in a river by walkers, three weeks after the 45-year-old vanished, dominates the papers.

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Australian man killed by shark at popular beach in New Caledonia

The attack, which took place before horrified onlookers, is the third in Noumea in as many weeks.

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Dickie Davies, host of ITV's World of Sport for nearly two decades, dies

The presenter famously anchored the five-hour live TV marathon every Saturday between 1968 and 1985.

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Has Putin's war failed and what does Russia want?

A year into Russia's war, he has little to show for it but there is no sign of an end.

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Saturday, 18 February 2023

New images of Mackenzie Crook's missing sister-in-law Laurel Aldridge

Laurel Aldridge, described as "very vulnerable", has gone missing from Arundel in West Sussex.

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The protesters who've gone missing as China deepens crackdown

Police have quietly gone after those who took part in the November protests that shook China.

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Why TikTok sleuths descended on Nicola Bulley’s village

Marianna Spring goes to visits St Michael's on Wyre to try to understand the scale of the social media frenzy.

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Former US President Jimmy Carter to receive hospice care

The former US president will "spend his remaining time at home with his family", the Carter Center said.

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Asylum hotel disorder: Demonstrations held in Liverpool

Hundreds attend a rally in support of refugees after violence outside a hotel housing asylum seekers.

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Friday, 17 February 2023

Judge praises Birmingham oil protesters' 'admirable aims'

The comments were made as seven Just Stop Oil members were sentenced for targeting a fuel terminal.

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Amazon calls staff back to office three days a week

The firm joins a slew of other companies that are tightening remote work rules.

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Hugh Jackman: Inevitable that Australia will become a republic

The X-Men star said the move would be "natural", but he still had respect for the UK's Royal Family.

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The King co-writes children's climate change book

King Charles also met with global leaders on Friday at Buckingham Palace to discuss biodiversity.

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Asylum plan for another Pontins site scrapped

The Home Office is searching for alternatives to housing asylum seekers in hotels, to cut costs.

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Thursday, 16 February 2023

Barcelona 2-2 Manchester United: Marcus Rashford 'on fire' to equal most prolific season

Marcus Rashford shows why Xavi rates him as one of Europe's most dangerous players with a fine performance against Barcelona as he equals his most prolific season in football.

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Turkey-Syria earthquakes: Yemeni mother gives birth after being pulled from rubble

Faten Al Yousifi, 39 weeks pregnant, had a birth bag ready to go when the earthquake struck.

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England 4-0 South Korea: Lionesses cruise to victory in Arnold Clark Cup opener

England's defence of their Arnold Clark Cup title gets off to the perfect start as they comfortably beat South Korea at Stadium MK.

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Biden says he makes no apologies for downing China balloon

Mr Biden says he will speak with China's President Xi Jinping soon "to get to the bottom of this".

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Rishi Sunak visits Northern Ireland with protocol deal imminent

He will meet politicians as speculation mounts about an agreement between the UK and the EU.

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Nigeria election 2023: The battle for Lagos

With seven million registered voters, Nigeria's biggest city could hold the keys to the presidential villa.

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Wednesday, 15 February 2023

Borussia Dortmund 1-0 Chelsea: Blues haunted by scoring issues again

Chelsea produce a positive display against Borussia Dortmund but familiar issues in front goal come back to haunt them once again.

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New Zealand v England: Ben Stokes' team invest in 'Bank of Baz'

England's philosophy stretches much further than a style of play on the field - their entire environment is an investment that could lead to the pay-off of an Ashes win.

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Borussia Dortmund 1-0 Chelsea: Karim Adeyemi's superb solo goal sinks Blues

Karim Adeyemi scores a brilliant solo goal to give Borussia Dortmund victory over Chelsea in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie in Germany.

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Jeremy Corbyn: Starmer move flagrant attack on democracy

The former Labour leader attacks a decision to bar him from representing Labour at the next election.

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Six times Nicola Sturgeon spoke her mind

Scotland's first minister shared her view on the Tories, Jeremy Clarkson and controversial haircuts.

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Tuesday, 14 February 2023

The Papers: 'UK to stand up to Putin' and Queen Consort's crown

Wednesday's papers look at the UK's response to Russian aggression and the Koh-i-Noor diamond.

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Erkin Tuniyaz: Chinese official cancels controversial UK visit

A group of MPs urged the government to block the Xinjiang governor's visit.

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AC Milan 1-0 Tottenham: Antonio Conte's side fall to narrow first-leg loss in last 16

Brahim Diaz scores the only goal to give AC Milan a 1-0 win in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie against Tottenham.

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Women's T20 World Cup: Australia beat Bangladesh to move closer to semi-finals

Defending champions Australia take a step closer to the semi-finals of the Women's T20 World Cup with an eight-wicket win over Bangladesh.

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Footage shows how van driver rammed police cars in M1 chase

Two police officers are injured after their car is forced into a barrier during the pursuit.

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Monday, 13 February 2023

How advanced chatbots could cause chaos on social media

Researchers warn that AI could flood social media with harmful and misleading content.

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The Papers: 'China security risk' and 'Couzens police failings'

Tuesday's papers focus on apparent spy balloons in the US, as well as the cost of living crisis.

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Darvel 1-5 Falkirk: Bairns end Darvel Scottish Cup dream to set up Ayr United quarter-final date

Darvel could not repeat their Scottish Cup heroics as Falkirk defeated their sixth-tier hosts to book a place in the quarter-finals against Ayr.

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Lilt drink brand to be scrapped after 50 years and rebranded

Owner Coca Cola is rebranding the soft drink as Fanta Pineapple & Grapefruit.

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Champions League final: Uefa 'responsible' for chaos before Liverpool v Real Madrid in Paris

Uefa bears "primary responsibility" for the chaotic scenes before last year's Champions League final, an independent review has found.

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Police hunt 200,000 Creme Eggs stolen in Telford

Officers bid to "save Easter" by tracking down the seasonal chocolate valued at about £40,000.

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Sunday, 12 February 2023

Night Ride: Oscar-nominated film tackles transphobic harassment

Night Ride combines a dark plot with humour, asking if we'd step up if someone is being targeted.

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The Papers: PM faces 'sewage rebellion' and spy balloon review

Action over so-called spy balloons and sewage in UK rivers feature on Monday's front pages.

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Turkey earthquake: Man rescued after six days under rubble

A man is rescued after spending nearly a week under the rubble in Antakya

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Mars Wrigley factory fined after two workers fall into chocolate vat

Two workers were rescued when a hole was cut in the bottom of a partly-full Mars Wrigley chocolate tank.

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Warrington: Boy and girl arrested on suspicion of Brianna Ghey murder

A 15-year-old boy and girl are being held on suspicion of murdering a teenage girl in Warrington.

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Cardiff: Mosque sets up collection after earthquakes

Volunteers come together for a clothing drive, with donations to be sent to north-west Syria.

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Nicola Bulley: Yellow ribbons left near where mother last seen

Messages are placed at bridge on the River Wyre as police search for the missing mother continues.

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Saturday, 11 February 2023

Disabled woman made 1,000 calls for Ed Sheeran tickets

Why is it still so hard for disabled people to have easy online access to event tickets in 2023?

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Namibia baby abandonment law: 'I wanted someone to take better care of my son'

Namibia no longer prosecutes women who abandon their babies but not everyone is aware of the new law.

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The Papers: 'Secret' Brexit summit and GPs 'won't see you now'

A cross-party summit on Brexit is among a mix of stories on the front of Sunday's papers.

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Brit Awards 2023: Harry Styles steals the show with four wins

"I'm aware of my privilege tonight," Styles said, naming women who missed out on Artist of the Year.

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US aircraft shoots down new airborne object over Canada

It comes after the US shot down an aerial object off the coast of Alaska on Friday.

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Bournemouth 1-1 Newcastle United: Visitors match club record unbeaten run in the league

Newcastle extend their unbeaten run to a club record-equalling 17 league games but have to settle for a point on Eddie Howe's return to Bournemouth.

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Friday, 10 February 2023

15 homes, just three survivors - the community lost under one Turkish apartment block

A window with a butterfly print curtain is the first clue in a story about loss in a devastating quake.

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King Charles coronation logo created by iPhone designer

Sir Jony Ive has designed an emblem of "optimism" to be used for the coronation of King Charles.

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Knowsley: Protesters clash outside Merseyside asylum seeker hotel

Merseyside Police confirmed that items had been thrown and damage caused to a police vehicle.

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Ian Lavery: Ex-Labour Party chairman faces questions over tax affairs

Ian Lavery says he "does not owe a single penny" in tax and has never paid a penalty to HMRC.

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Fighter jets for Ukraine: The challenges of giving warplanes to Kyiv

Ukraine wants Western jets to help fight Russia, but using them effectively could be difficult.

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High-altitude object shot down over Alaska, US says

A "high-altitude object" is shot down over Alaska, days after a row over a Chinese spy balloon.

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Paris Olympics 2024: Russian participation 'can't be covered up by white flag' - Ukraine president

Russian participation in the Paris 2024 Olympics "cannot be covered up with pretend neutrality or a white flag", says Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelensky.

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Thursday, 9 February 2023

Tryweryn: The man who bombed a dam to save his village

Owain Williams bombed a dam in a bid to stop the drowning of his village Capel Celyn.

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The Papers: Raab's 'high standards' and 'Nicola cops search sea'

Changes to the Church of England, Dominic Raab's defence and Burt Bacharach's death lead the papers.

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Turkey-Syria earthquake: Freezing weather adds to despair as quake toll passes 20,000

The UN calls for aid workers to get more resources and warns the full extent of the disaster is still unfolding.

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Burt Bacharach: 12 of the legendary composer's greatest songs

The late composer was behind classics like I Say a Little Prayer, Walk On By and The Look of Love.

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Donald Trump back on Facebook and Instagram

The former US president, who has tens of millions of followers, returns after a two-year suspension.

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Wednesday, 8 February 2023

Newspaper headlines: 'Give us wings for freedom' and 'UK warns Putin'

Volodymyr Zelensky's surprise visit to the UK and his appeal for fighter jets lead the front pages.

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Turkey quake: President Erdogan accepts some problems with response

Recep Tayyip Erdogan defends the government's response as Syria struggles to get much needed aid.

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Sunderland 2-3 Fulham: Cottagers win to set up fifth-round tie with Leeds United

Goals from Harry Wilson, Andreas Pereira and Layvin Kurzawa see Fulham past Sunderland in a lively FA Cup fourth-round replay.

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Nicola Bulley: Dive team pull out as search extended

Divers say Nicola Bulley is "categorically not" in the section of river where police think she fell.

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The clues in the State of the Union that suggest Joe Biden will run for president in 2024

His address carried hints at what a re-election bid may look like, our North America editor says.

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Former X Factor star Katie Waissel welcomes extra support for TV contestants

Katie Waissel says she had a "horrifying" experience during and after being on The X Factor in 2010.

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Tuesday, 7 February 2023

Turkey earthquake: What are UK charities doing to help?

A range of charities are trying to help with things such as medical aid, shelter and food.

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Turkey earthquake: Yeni Malatyaspor goalkeeper Ahmet Eyup Turkaslan dies

Turkish second division club Yeni Malatyaspor confirm goalkeeper Ahmet Eyup Turkaslan has died following Monday's earthquake in his home country.

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Turkey earthquake: Mexico sends its famed search and rescue dogs

Quake-prone Mexico has expert teams of humans and canines specialised in searching through rubble.

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Turkey-Syria earthquake: Newborn baby pulled from collapsed building

Dramatic video showed a rescuer carrying the girl, whose mother, father and four siblings were killed.

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Turkey earthquake: Bodies in street after quake as anger grows over aid

The death toll in Turkey continues to rise as survivors struggle to find shelter and support.

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Monday, 6 February 2023

Beyoncé North America pre-sale begins with Ticketmaster under scrutiny

It is seen as the first test for Ticketmaster since the company was overwhelmed by demand last year.

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Turkey earthquake: Aleppo among worst-hit areas in Syria

More than 1,000 people have been killed in Syria after a huge earthquake struck neighbouring Turkey.

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Turkey earthquake: Before and after images show extent of destruction

Photos from Turkey and Syria show collapsed buildings and devastation across the region.

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Sunday, 5 February 2023

The papers: NHS strikes 'deadlock' and Liz Truss's return

Monday's NHS strikes and Liz Truss's return to the political fray lead the front pages.

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Grammys 2023: Red carpet fashion in pictures

All the looks from music's biggest stars at the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles.

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HIV testing: Free do-it-at home kit offered in England

The kit is small enough to fit through a letterbox and arrives in plain packaging through the post.

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Grammy Awards 2023: Viola Davis becomes an EGOT

The star is only the 18th person to win each of an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award.

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Pope and protestant leaders denounce anti-gay laws

Pope Francis said laws which criminalise homosexuality were a sin and "an injustice".

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China balloon: US searches in Atlantic for wreckage

The US is trying recover debris from the suspected spy balloon that fell in shallow waters off South Carolina.

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Saturday, 4 February 2023

'Now I deliver food, but once I played football for my country'

Poulami Adhikari played in India's under-16 team, but had to stop when her family fell on hard times.

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Energy firms given Tuesday deadline for prepayment meter action

Business Secretary Grant Shapps said energy firms need to refocus their efforts on customers who had prepayment meters forcibly installed

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Lib Dems call for higher pay for social care staff

Sir Ed Davey says a higher minimum wage for the sector would help prevent an "exodus" to better paid jobs.

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Nurses offer to call off strikes in England if Sunak makes fresh pay offer

The head of the UK's biggest nursing union tells the PM "meaningful offers" could avert strike action.

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Giant wave overturns yacht during dramatic US rescue

Video shows the vessel capsizing in rough Pacific seas as the man on board is rescued.

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Princess of Wales shares new baby picture of herself

Catherine urges others to share photos of early memories to encourage talk about vital childhood years.

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Friday, 3 February 2023

Sailors treated over contaminated water on HMS Portland warship

It is believed the incident was caused by the wrong chemical being added to drinking water.

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The US-China spy balloon row in under a minute

BBC security correspondent Gordon Corera explains what it's all about.

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Inside the Happy Valley house

As the final series draws to a close, the BBC gets a glimpse of the real life house of the Cawood clan.

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Thursday, 2 February 2023

Low immunity, overwhelmed hospitals fuel Covid-19 deaths in ageing Japan

Deaths in the country, which for long had one of the lowest Covid death rates, peaked earlier this month.

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How we fell out of love with voice assistants

Worries over privacy and the cost of living have curbed interest in voice assistants like Alexa.

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The Papers: Economy to 'stagnate' and Shell profits 'obscene'

The latest economic forecast from the Bank of England and record profits by Shell lead many of Friday's papers.

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Argentina unveils new 2,000-peso banknote as inflation bites

The new 2,000-peso note comes after the country's annual inflation rate soared to 95% last year.

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Rishi Sunak says he'll release tax return soon in Piers Morgan interview

The PM says he'll be "transparent" in a wide-ranging interview to mark his 100th day in office.

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Roadworks crew knocks down Wedgwood sculpture by mistake

The "significant operational error" was made during a road widening project in Stoke-on-Trent.

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Wednesday, 1 February 2023

A father 'gone too soon': Tyre Nichols funeral held in Memphis

Thousands are in Memphis to mourn the 29-year-old father who was fatally beaten by police.

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British Gas suspends force-fitting prepayment meters

It follows a report that agents broke into the homes of vulnerable people to install the equipment.

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Russia planning invasion anniversary offensive - Ukraine

Ukraine's defence minister says Russia has amassed some 500,000 men for an attack in the coming weeks.

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ChatGPT firm trials $20 monthly subscription fee

The chatbot has been used millions of times since its public launch last year.

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Gareth Thomas: No HIV legal action regrets - rugby star's ex

Gareth Thomas's former partner says the settlement has brought closure following his HIV diagnosis.

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MrBeast: Why has YouTuber faced criticism for blind surgery video?

The world's most popular YouTuber has responded to criticism over him funding life-changing operations.

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