Unlimited fines for water companies dumping sewage

Ministers want to "make polluters pay", after more than 300,000 waste spills in England's waterways last year.

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Oldham Coliseum: Historic theatre stages final act after funding cut

The final curtain falls on the Oldham Coliseum after it had its Arts Council England funding removed.

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Hormone replacement therapy and menopause: What you need to know about HRT

HRT can help with menopausal symptoms. If you're thinking about taking it, here's what you need to consider.

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Port of Dover warns passengers of long delays

A 'critical incident' has been declared due to high levels of coach traffic at the French border control.

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Norway avalanches: Tourists among four killed in north of country

In the deadliest incident, a house and barn were swept into the sea on the island of Reinøya.

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South Yorkshire PC jailed for taking photo of teenager's breasts

Paul Hinchcliffe's victims tells a court the officer's actions destroyed her trust in the police.

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Andrew Tate and brother to be released into house arrest

Andrew Tate and his brother are to be moved from custody into house arrest, a Romanian judge rules.

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Heathrow strikes to go ahead for 10 days over Easter break

Last-ditch talks between Heathrow Airport and the Unite union representing security guards break down.

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Council tax: What is it and how much is it rising?

Millions of households across the UK will see a sharp increase in council tax bills in April.

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Austria's far-right walks out of Zelensky speech

The politicians left behind placards on their desks that read "space for neutrality".

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The Americans who have lived through multiple mass shootings

This week's shooting in Nashville has highlighted the small cohort of people in the US who have been caught up in multiple mass shootings.

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Antarctic ocean currents heading for collapse- report

Melting ice could trigger a disastrous chain reaction, a new Australian study warns

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Council tax would be frozen for a year, Labour propose as campaign launches

Sir Keir Starmer says the tax could be kept at its current rate with an expanded windfall tax on energy firms.

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Paul O'Grady: How Lily Savage defied police who raided a pub with rubber gloves

O'Grady was preparing to go on stage in 1987 when a police officer burst into his dressing room.

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The Papers: 'Ta-ra Paul' and 'gender ideology in schools'

Thursday's front pages include tributes to TV star and comedian Paul O'Grady.

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Migration dilemma leaves Rishi Sunak confronting an expensive mess

Critics of the government say a legacy of asylum mismanagement means problems are stacking up.

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Watch: King Charles speaking German in Berlin

The King joked with his hosts as he impressed with his language skills at a lavish banquet.

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Government sets out 'adaptable' regulation for AI

It proposes a set of principles for the "responsible use" of the tech, which is worth £3.7bn to UK economy.

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Ministers can veto prisoners' parole in Victims and Prisoners Bill

The government has promised to make it easier for victims of crime in England and Wales to get justice.

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The Papers: 'Cruise ships' to house migrants and new NHS cash

Wednesday's headlines include new plans to house migrants on cruise ships and fresh cash for the NHS.

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New cars sold in EU must be zero-emission from 2035

The deal was delayed for weeks after Germany called for an exemption for cars running on e-fuels.

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Labour could require solar panels for new builds, hints Ed Miliband

Shadow climate secretary Ed Miliband said a "rooftop revolution" could help meet climate targets.

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North Korea: What to make of Kim Jong Un's barrage of weapon tests

Taken all together, Kim Jong Un's tests in the past fortnight have concerned analysts.

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The Papers: Fight for union and 'crackdown on party houses'

Tuesday's newspapers include the new SNP leader and the government's anti-social behaviour crackdown.

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Man uses bare hands to rescue trapped DRC miners

Authorities say nine men survived a collapsed gold mine in South Kivu.

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Shooting survivor: 'Aren't you tired of covering this?'

After surviving a mass shooting in Illinois, a woman visiting Nashville confronts media.

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NFT: Plans for Royal Mint produced token dropped by government

Plans for a government-backed digital token, ordered to be created by Rishi Sunak, have been axed.

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Israel protests: PM Netanyahu delays legal reforms after day of strikes

His proposed changes provoked an outpouring of anger from nearly all parts of Israeli society.

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Millions to get cost-of-living payments from April

From 25 April, millions of households on low incomes will get cost-of-living payments up to £900.

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The Papers: 'Crunch vote on small boats' and laughing gas ban

Monday's papers lead on the return of the Illegal Migration Bill and the government's nitrous oxide ban.

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BBC visits destroyed homes of Mississippi tornado victims

We heard harrowing stories from residents as they stood amongst the ruins of their home.

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Ukraine war: Drone downed over Russia, Moscow says

Kyiv has dismissed previous claims that it has attacked Russian civilian targets with explosive drones.

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Euro 2024 qualifiers: Northern Ireland 0-1 Finland - Hosts rue disallowed goal in defeat

Northern Ireland are left to rue missed chances and a disallowed goal as Finland deliver an early blow to their Euro 2024 qualification hopes with a 1-0 win in Belfast.

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Israel defence minister fired in legal reform row

Yoav Gallant is sacked by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after opposing the controversial shake-up.

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Long Covid: Three years and no magic bullet

BBC Scotland's Lucy Adams still suffers from the effects of long Covid and wants to know why.

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Rishi Sunak promises anti-social behaviour crackdown

New plans will aim to have people repair damage they cause within 48 hours of being given an order.

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'God, guns and Trump': Thousands turn out for Texas rally

As Donald Trump stares down a potential arrest, it is business as usual at his campaign rally.

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Plans to house migrants on ferries to be announced

The government has previously signalled it wants to end the practice of housing people in hotels.

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Andrew Lloyd Webber's son Nicholas dies aged 43

The composer says his family is "totally bereft" by the loss of his Grammy-nominated son Nick.

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Halt Israel legal reform, urges defence minister

Yoav Gallant's call comes as Israelis opposed to the changes hold further nationwide mass rallies.

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Putin: Russia to station nuclear weapons in Belarus

The Russian leader says the move would not violate nuclear non-proliferation agreements.

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Gwyneth Paltrow trial: Actress denies hit-and-run in ski crash

The actress testifies she felt "hurt and violated" when she says a man crashed into her on the slope.

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John Lewis: Mary Portas warns retailer it has 'let go' of its soul

In an open letter the retail consultant says the store is "part of our collective cultural identity".

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Derbyshire PC to keep job after using database to find woman on Instagram

The panel rules sacking the PC was "not a proportional or appropriate outcome" for his actions.

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France protests: Macron takes off 'luxury' watch during TV interview

The president's team say the watch was banging on the table - but critics say it was a bad look.

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Cladding: More firms sign post-Grenfell fire safety contract

The agreement commits firms to spending £2bn on repairs to buildings with unsafe cladding or other issues.

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Firms hit back at Bank governor in prices row

Wetherspoon boss Tim Martin says bank managers are "breathing down the neck" of business owners.

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Claude Lorius: Pioneering French climate change scientist dies aged 91

His expeditions to Antarctica helped prove that humans were responsible for global warming.

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TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew's Congress showdown: Five key moments

Tech executives don't get an easy ride before Congress, but Shou Zi Chew's hearing was exceptionally bruising.

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Iraq war 20 years on: 'I lost my leg, but I'd do it again'

Two decades on from the invasion, UK Armed Forces veterans reflect on how the Iraq war changed them.

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England scoring record means everything - Kane

Harry Kane describes becoming England's all-time top scorer with his 54th international goal against Italy as "a magical moment".

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Top Gear filming halted after Freddie Flintoff accident

The BBC said it would be "inappropriate" to resume making the popular TV show's new series for now.

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Prince William praises Ukrainian refugees' resilience on Poland trip

The Prince of Wales met Ukrainians who have fled the war on the second day of his visit to Poland.

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'Yes or no?' US politicians grill TikTok boss

The TikTok CEO faced US lawmakers during a Congressional hearing on the app's practices.

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Skier 'deteriorated' after Gwyneth Paltrow crash, court hears

Doctors testified that Terry Sanderson lost his "high energy" after the 2016 collision on the Utah slopes.

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Watch moment Australian police swoop on secret drugs flight

The plane carried 52kg of meth from PNG to Australia with flight monitoring switched off in an effort to avoid detection.

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What is the Bank of England and why does it change interest rates?

The Bank of England has been putting up interest rates in an attempt to curb rising inflation.

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TikTok's US future at stake as boss faces Congress showdown

The video-sharing app's chief executive will testify to US lawmakers in a much-anticipated grilling.

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Lindsay Lohan and Jake Paul hit with SEC charges over crypto scheme

Stars including Lindsay Lohan failed to disclose they were paid to promote cryptocurrencies, the SEC says.

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Coppola Jr becomes film family's latest star, with viral TikTok clip

The next generation in the famous film-making dynasty inadvertently becomes a social media star.

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Ruth Perry: Schools cut Ofsted references in tribute

Head teachers take action "in solidarity" with Ruth Parry, who killed herself after an inspection.

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Chris Mason: 'Box set Boris Johnson' is pure political theatre

The PM before last was never likely to gently fade out and disappear, writes the BBC's political editor.

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The struggle to find a home in a picture-postcard village

Some people have spent years trying to find an affordable property in part of the Scottish Highlands.

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The Papers: 'D-day' for Johnson as he gets 'ready for battle'

Wednesday's papers lead on Boris Johnson giving evidence later in a televised hearing on partygate.

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The timeline of Boris Johnson’s Partygate statements in House of Commons

Mr Johnson is to face questions from the Privileges Committee on Wednesday, in a televised hearing.

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Boris Johnson Partygate inquiry: The key clashes to expect

The former PM faces a several hour-long grilling by MPs over claims he misled Parliament.

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Boris Johnson: What could happen after Partygate hearing?

The former PM is facing a big political moment, as a grilling over statements he made about Partygate approaches.

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The Papers: Rotten Met and 'trial of Boris Johnson' begins

Tuesday's papers lead with the Met Police being deemed "institutionally racist, misogynistic and homophobic".

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Ukraine says Russian missiles destroyed in Crimea

If confirmed as a Ukrainian attack, it would be a rare foray into the occupied region.

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The 'dear' friendship of Xi and Putin... in 62 seconds

As Putin welcomes Xi to Moscow, the BBC examines the relationship between the two world leaders.

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EU gives Ukraine €2bn of ammunition after shell plea

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba hailed the "game-changing decision" from the EU.

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Five things we've learned from UN climate report

BBC environment correspondent Matt McGrath outlines the key takeaways from the latest IPCC report.

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The Papers: Boris dossier and judges 'to back down' on Rwanda

The papers lead with European courts looking at the Rwanda plan and Boris Johnson's Partygate defence.

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Miss Wales says she is grateful after life-changing M4 crash

Darcey Corria was left with with a broken neck and pelvis in a collision on the M4 in January.

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Terry Hall: Coventry scooter ride-out pays tribute to singer

Hundreds of people ride through Coventry on what would have been the singer's 64th birthday.

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Car gets wedged outside historic Bath hotel

The car became stuck by the basement windows of the Francis Hotel in the early hours of Sunday.

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Norfolk council sorry for wrongly telling man he is dead

Stuart Dobson says he was both surprised and distressed when his local council told him he had died.

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Weight-loss: Are injections the answer to tackling obesity?

The appeal is clear - but should we be turning to appetite-suppressing injections?

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French pension reforms: Is Macron's government doomed by crisis?

No-confidence motions face the Macron government as it tries to force its unpopular changes into law.

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William Hill: Gambling addict says bookmaker didn't help him stop

A teacher says William Hill should have done more to stop him betting when he was staking thousands.

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Southern Ecuador earthquake kills at least 12

A strong earthquake off Ecuador's southern coast left people trapped in collapsed houses.

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RAF Scampton: Historians pen letter against WW2 airfield migrant plan

A group of historians pen a letter saying RAF Scampton shoud not be used to house asylum seekers.

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Match of the Day: 'Great to be here', says Lineker as he makes TV return

Lineker hosts BBC sports coverage for first time after being taken off air in an impartiality row.

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Six Nations 2023: Ireland 29-16 England - Irish seal Grand Slam in Dublin

Ireland win their fourth Grand Slam as they wear down 14-man England in a tense Six Nations finale in Dublin.

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Queen's gallantry awards recognise London Bridge attack heroes

Five of the civilian commendations go to men who confronted the London Bridge attacker in 2019.

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Hunter Biden sues repairman over release of personal data from laptop

The US president's embattled son is under renewed scrutiny from Republicans in Congress.

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George Floyd killer Derek Chauvin convicted of tax fraud

The disgraced former policeman and his now-ex-wife lied about their taxable income between 2014 and 2019.

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Jacqueline Gold: the woman who brought sex to the High Street

Jacqueline Gold, whose death was announced on Friday, changed the lives of women at home and at work.

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Migrants turn themselves over to Canadian police at the border

Two Afghans are among thousands of migrants using an unofficial border crossing to enter Canada.

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Hemsby: How many other communities are at risk of erosion?

What can be done to protect coastal communities at risk of being swallowed up by the sea?

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The Papers: NHS pay deal and 'Banks try to reassure investors'

A deal that would give health workers a 5% rise and ongoing turmoil in the markets lead the papers.

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Metropolitan Police expected to be heavily criticised for being racist, sexist and homophobic in report

The BBC understands the report will criticise the Met's tolerance of wrongdoing within its ranks.

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Chris Kaba family concerned about watchdog resignations

Chris Kaba, 24, was shot dead by a Met Police officer and the police watchdog is investigating.

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Breast cancer gene linked to Orkney islands

A gene variant known to increase the risk of breast cancer has been found in people with Orkney heritage.

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More than half of England's schools disrupted by strikes

Teachers walked out for two days this week in their long-running dispute over a fully-funded pay rise.

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Vote to be held on eradicating all Uist estate's deer

A call for a cull in South Uist follows concerns about the spread of Lyme disease from infected deer ticks.

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Amir Khan: CCTV of gunpoint robbery shown to court

The former world boxing champion was forced to hand over his bespoke £72,000 watch in the footage.

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Watch: How the Budget day unfolded

The Chancellor delivered his first budget and presented the government's plans for spending and taxation.

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Khayri Mclean: Boy killed near school by 'youths lying in wait'

Khayri Mclean, 15, was stabbed outside his school in Huddersfield and died later in hospital.

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'I may still have to move back in with my parents'

Young people tell the BBC what they think of the help announced in the Spring Budget.

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US drone crashes after encounter with Russian jet

The US says the two aircraft collided over the Black Sea, but Russia says there was no contact.

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John Caldwell : Tenth arrest over Omagh police shooting

A 45-year-old man is arrested in Belfast in connection to the attempted murder of Det Ch Inspc John Caldwell.

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OpenAI announces ChatGPT successor GPT-4

The fourth version of the AI chatbot can process both images and text.

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Budget: Jeremy Hunt to announce expansion of free childcare support

The plans for parents in England, aimed at helping them return to work, are set to be announced in the Budget.

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Chelmsford murderer returns to scene and talks to police

Marek Hecko is filmed on a body cam saying he knows what happened and "this city is mine".

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Juan Mata to form team for Manchester exhibition about 'the artists on the pitch'

Juan Mata leads a squad of players to work with artists at the Manchester International Festival.

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Job hunting: Six top tips for finding work

There are 10m people out of work in the UK, so if you're searching for a job you're not alone. Here are some tips on how to get started.

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Phyllida Barlow: Renowned British sculptor dies aged 78

The Newcastle-born artist had a long career teaching art before her breakthrough.

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Good Friday Agreement: US president Joe Biden planning NI visit

US President Joe Biden says he intends to travel to Northern Ireland for 25th anniversary of Good Friday Agreement.

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SNP leadership race: The party members deciding the next first minister

As voting opens in the SNP leadership race, we spoke to party members at hustings in Glasgow.

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Love Island final: Has the social media ban been good for contestants?

Zara Lackenby-Brown and Tanyel Revan talk about the impact on trolling - and their follower count.

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Still time to save Our Wild Isles, say UK conservation charities

Three of the biggest conservation charities team up to try and halt the destruction of nature in UK.

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Ukraine war: Life in Mariupol under Russian occupation

Russia captured Mariupol in May after a brutal siege. Now, it's trying to win hearts and minds.

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The Papers: Lineker 'to return' to TV and bank collapse

The front pages continue to reflect the impartiality row at the BBC, and the government's response to Silicon Valley Bank collapse.

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Good Friday Agreement: PM to invite Joe Biden to NI for 25th anniversary

President affirmed US government's support for Belfast Agreement at a St Patrick's Day event in 2022.

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Silicon Valley Bank: Offer made for UK arm of failed US lender

It comes as the government and Bank of England scramble to protect customers after Silicon Valley Bank collapsed.

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Budget 2023: Universal credit claimants to get more childcare cost help

The announcement in next week's Budget is part of government plans to encourage people back to work.

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Watch: Murder suspect flees US courtroom

Edi Villalobos escaped from an Oregon courtroom during jury selection for his upcoming trial.

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Gary Lineker row: BBC boss asked if he bowed to government pressure

Watch Nomia Iqbal's interview with the BBC director general on the Gary Lineker crisis.

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Cheltenham stabbing: Man held under Terrorism Act

The man was first held on suspicion of attempted murder after the attack outside a leisure centre.

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Northern Ireland snow: Rare 'snow rollers' spotted in County Down

It may look like the result of someone having fun in the snow, but these rollers occur naturally.

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Six Nations 2023: England 10-53 France - Hosts slump to record home defeat against holders

France produce a ruthless display to claim their first win over England at Twickenham since 2005 and keep their Six Nations title defence alive.

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The Papers: BBC faces 'revolt' over Lineker as stars walk out

Gary Lineker dominates Saturday's front pages after the BBC suspended the Match of the Day star in a row over impartiality.

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Gary Lineker: A stand-off with no clear exit strategy

One of the BBC's best loved presenters has been taken off air due to an impartiality row.

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Mexico kidnapping: A twisted moral code explains cartel's apology

Mexico's criminal gangs adopt a warped code of ethics - and the kidnap of Americans broke the rules.

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Campaigners slam government river bathing decision

Just one river included in government's proposal for new designated swimming sites

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Hamburg shooting: Police spoke to gunman weeks before attack

He co-operated with officers and there was not enough grounds to take away his gun, police say.

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Young homeowners most likely to face mortgage strain, watchdog says

Some 356,000 borrowers could face repayment difficulties next year, the Financial Conduct Authority says.

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The Papers: 'Huge Shambles 2' and nuclear plant luck 'will run out'

Delays to the HS2 rail project and a power cut at Ukraine's largest nuclear plant lead the papers.

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Rishi Sunak to push Emmanuel Macron on efforts to stop small boat crossings

However, the two men are not expected to reach a deal on returning migrants to France.

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Several killed in shooting in Germany church in Hamburg

Police say the shooting occurred in a church and they are searching for the attackers.

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UN buys huge ship to avert catastrophic oil spill off Yemen

The vessel will head to Yemen and remove 1.1m barrels of oil from a stricken tanker in the Red Sea.

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Tucker Carlson, Donald Trump and the in-fighting at Fox News

A defamation lawsuit has pulled back the curtain on the inner workings of Fox News.

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The Papers: Foreign workers drive and Lilibet becomes princess

Plans to attract workers from abroad and the christening of the Sussexes' daughter lead the papers.

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Elle Edwards: Three arrests in connection with fatal shooting at pub

Elle Edwards, 26, was shot in the head while celebrating with friends at a pub on Christmas Eve.

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Nicola Bulley: Man, 34, arrested over police scene footage

Man is held on suspicion of malicious communications offences and perverting the course of justice.

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Army urged to stop giving out ceremonial daggers as gifts after murders

A coroner writes to the defence secretary after a veteran used his retirement gift to kill a couple.

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Rishi Sunak: Why PM will not find it easy to stop boat crossings

Will new legislation aimed at cutting numbers crossing the Channel have an impact?

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Moscow police officers who abused women sanctioned

Identified as abusing protesters by a BBC investigation, the two officers are sanctioned by the EU.

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The haters and conspiracy theorists back on Twitter

A BBC Monitoring investigation has found hundreds of reinstated accounts on Twitter promoting abuse and misinformation.

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The Papers: Sunak 'lays down law' and Lineker's 'Nazi jibe'

The government's asylum plans and Gary Lineker's comparison of them to 30s Germany lead the papers.

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SNP rivals set out indyref2 plans in TV debate

Kate Forbes, Humza Yousaf and Ash Regan clash in the first SNP leadership TV debate.

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Mexico kidnapping: Why a million Americans a year risk Mexico medical tourism

Some take precautions to avoid being targeted by criminals, like changing their car's licence plate.

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RMT members suspend strike action at Network Rail

Despite RMT members calling off their strike, disruption will continue as other unions continue walkouts.

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Pupils missing school on Fridays as parents are at home, MPs told

"Huge" school absences when "mum and dad are at home", England's children's commissioner says.

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Egypt archaeology: Dig unearths smiling mini-sphinx which may represent Claudius

The artefact found in the Hathor Temple is thought to represent the Roman Emperor Claudius.

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The Papers: Law to stop small boats and Johnson 'to make dad a Sir'

Plans to end migrant Channel crossings and claims the ex-PM wants his father to be knighted lead the papers.

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Scottish Prison Service faces first UK prosecution for corporate homicide

Police are asked to examine whether Scotland's prison service has corporate responsibility over the death of Allan Marshall.

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Prince Harry praises mother Diana's legacy in fighting HIV

The Duke of Sussex recalls the work of Princess Diana in removing the stigma around HIV.

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Police searching for five missing people find three dead

They were last seen on a night out in Cardiff - two others are taken to hospital after a suspected road traffic collision.

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Bangladesh fire: Thousands shelterless after blaze at Rohingya camp

The crowded refugee camp in Bangladesh was home to thousands who had fled violence in neighbouring Myanmar.

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Crash Landing On You: What binds the magnificent worlds of K-dramas and Bollywood

It's tempting to draw comparisons between the two styles - but how similar are they?

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'I skip university lectures to do paid work instead'

Heidi is one of many students who say the rising cost of living is affecting their studies.

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Mum's warning after uterine cancer mistaken for periods

Kelly Pendry's symptoms were initially dismissed as normal post-pregnancy periods.

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Chris Rock talks about Will Smith's Oscars slap in a live Netflix show

The comedian opens up about the infamous moment with Will Smith at last year's Academy Awards.

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Ocean treaty: Historic agreement reached after decade of talks

Countries have reached a landmark agreement to put 30% of the world's oceans into protection.

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Everything Everywhere sweeps Independent Spirit Awards

The absurdist sci-fi took home nearly every major award at an event honouring the best in independent film and television.

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Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden: 'I was seen as a risk'

Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden on navigating the industry while managing Crohn's disease.

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King's Coronation: Pubs to stay open longer in England and Wales

People in England and Wales will get served for an extra two hours to mark King Charles III's coronation.

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Paris St-Germain 4-2 Nantes: Kylian Mbappe scores club-record goal as Ligue 1 leaders win

Kylian Mbappe scores a club-record 201st goal for Paris St-Germain in an entertaining win over Nantes in Ligue 1.

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Harry: I feared losing memories of mum during therapy

The Duke of Sussex says he showers his children with affection to avoid passing on "traumas" from his past.

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Tom Sizemore: Saving Private Ryan actor dies at 61 after brain aneurysm

The Black Hawk Down star's career was mired by drug problems and domestic violence convictions.

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The Papers: Johnson faces 'punishment' and his 'stitch-up'

The former PM facing a "battle for his political future" and his combative response leads the papers.

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Xi Jinping is unveiling a new deputy - why it matters

The incumbent premier Li Keqiang will give way to a Xi loyalist at an annual meeting of lawmakers.

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Why Alex Murdaugh was spared the death penalty

People have been sentenced to death for less than this double murder, the judge told the convicted killer.

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Scottish teachers call off strikes after pay offer

Unions suspend further strike action while members are consulted on an improved pay deal.

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The Papers: MI5 Manchester failings and Hancock 'betrayed'

The 'missed' chance to avert the 2017 arena bombing and Matt Hancock's leaked texts lead the papers.

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Robotaxi tech improves but can they make money?

Despite setbacks, robotaxi services from Cruise and Waymo are making progress, but will they make money?

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Ros Atkins on... The creeping TikTok bans

The app has been banned from employee phones by various governments amid security concerns.

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Florida resident dies from brain-eating amoeba

Officials suspect the victim was infected after rinsing their nasal sinuses with public tap water.

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Energy bill support to be maintained from April - sources

Sources in the energy industry say some firms have already priced in support for bills continuing.

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Caledonian Sleeper rail service to be nationalised

Scotland's transport minister says an arm's length company will take over the franchise on 25 June.

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Marten and Gordon charged with gross negligence manslaughter

Constance Marten and Mark Gordon have been charged after a baby's remains were found in woodland.

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Southampton 1-2 Grimsby Town: Mariners reach FA Cup quarter-finals for first time in 84 years

League Two Grimsby Town reach the FA Cup quarter-finals for the first time in 84 years as two penalties either side of half-time stun Premier League strugglers Southampton.

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Human error to blame for train crash - Greek PM

At least 43 people died in the head-on collision between a passenger service and freight train.

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Iran: Dozens of schoolgirls taken to hospital after new gas poisonings

At least 26 schools in five cities are affected by another wave of apparent toxic gas attacks.

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Poor families more resourceful in past, says top Tory Lee Anderson

Deputy party chair Lee Anderson says "our garden was our foodbank" when he grew up in a mining town.

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Amazon jungle: Man survived 31 days by eating worms

The 30-year-old man got lost while hunting with friends in the Amazon in northern Bolivia.

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Grimsby teenager sentenced over 100mph police chase ending in crash

Oliver Clark, 19, from Grimsby, admits dangerous driving and is given a suspended jail sentence.

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Twitter goes down with users unable to view tweets

The outage comes two days after the social media company reportedly laid off 200 employees.

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