Sunday, 30 April 2023

The place where property prices are set by what locals earn

A housing project in south London is selling flats with prices set according to local income levels.

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Pope Francis urges Hungarians to 'open doors' to migrants

The pontiff addressed up to 100,000 people, including Hungary's nationalist PM Viktor Orban.

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Bulgari store in Paris robbed in broad daylight

Video shows suspects making a getaway on motorbikes from the city's flagship Bulgari store.

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Sudan crisis: Chaos at port as thousands rush to leave

The BBC's Chief International Correspondent Lyse Doucet reports from Port Sudan as thousands flee.

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Coronation: Military rehearse parade on replica route

An airbase was transformed into a life-size replica of the procession route for the troops to practise.

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Francisco Oropeza: FBI hunt 'armed and dangerous' Texas shooting suspect

Francisco Oropeza is accused of killing five of his neighbours in Texas, including an eight-year-old.

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Saturday, 29 April 2023

Biden jokes about his age at White House Correspondents' Dinner

The US president enjoyed some banter at the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner.

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Thailand: Southeast Asia's 'weed wonderland'

Business booms in a free-for-all industry less than a year after Thailand legalised cannabis.

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The enduring call of Local Hero 40 years on

The village of Pennan and its red phone box were made famous by the classic 1983 Bill Forsyth movie.

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The Papers: Nation to chant for Charles, as King vows to serve

Sunday's front pages focus on King Charles's much-anticipated Coronation ceremony.

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Turkey's President Erdogan back on campaign trail after illness

The Turkish leader holds a rally in the opposition stronghold of Izmir after falling ill on Tuesday.

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Coronation Street actor Barbara Young dies in Cambridge aged 92

Young, who also starred in Last of the Summer Wine, was warm-hearted and brilliant, her family say.

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Friday, 28 April 2023

King Charles coronation: Does Scotland want its kilted king?

Charles is a king with his heart in the Highlands, but is Scotland ready to claim him as its own?

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Manchester United: Sir Jim Ratcliffe & Sheikh Jassim make final bids

Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani and Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Group submit final bids for Manchester United.

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World Snooker Championship 2023: Si Jiahui leads Luca Brecel in semi-final

Chinese debutant Si Jiahui leads Luca Brecel 14-10 in a thrilling World Championship semi-final in Sheffield.

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Black Sabbath The Ballet rehearsals begin



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Thursday, 27 April 2023

The Israeli plan to fit a fusion reactor into a container

Israel's NT-Tao wants to build a compact fusion reactor and has won investment from Honda.

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The Papers: 'Vindictive' rail unions and Springer's 'goodbye and take care'

Friday's front headlines cover the latest rail strikes announced and the death of Jerry Springer.

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Ukraine war: Partisan attack kills police chief in Russian-occupied Melitopol

Oleksandr Mishchenko died in an explosion outside his apartment block in the city of Melitopol.

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Benhall stabbing: Boy detained for life after girl left paralysed

The 16-year-old victim is left mostly paralysed from the neck down following the attack in Suffolk.

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Hugh Grant accuses Sun publisher of 'deliberate false denials'

The actor alleges that the paper commissioned private investigators to break into his home.

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Wednesday, 26 April 2023

The Papers: Coronation invite 'backlash' and 'more police on streets'

Thursday's headlines criticise Coronation guests and includes plans to get police back on streets.

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Fugees' Pras Michel found guilty of illegal lobbying

The rapper is found guilty of taking money from a fugitive billionaire to influence US politics.

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Eurovision 2023: King Charles and Camilla unveil song contest stage in Liverpool

The royal couple have been visiting Liverpool as the city prepares to host Eurovision in May.

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King and Queen Consort's phones intercepted by Sun Publisher, claims Harry

The Duke of Sussex claims News Group obtained itemised phone bills of Charles and Camilla in the 1990s.

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Midwives in England accept NHS pay offer

The offer covers two years, including an additional one-off payment for 2022/23 and a 5% pay rise.

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DIY pot hole sign warns drivers to adjust bra

After their complaints got no response, the group decide to create a funny sign to get attention.

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Tuesday, 25 April 2023

SNP donations will not be reimbursed, says Yousaf

Money given for independence campaigning will not be returned if a second referendum does not take place.

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Sudan evacuation: The perilous journey facing UK nationals trying to flee

The UK has started evacuations - but not everyone is able to reach the airfield in Khartoum.

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Taliban kill IS leader behind Kabul airport bombing

The 2021 bombing during the evacuation from Afghanistan killed 170 civilians and 13 US troops.

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President Joe Biden launches 2024 re-election campaign

The US president's formal announcement sets the stage for a potential rematch with Donald Trump.

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British American Tobacco to pay $635m for North Korea sanctions breaches

British American Tobacco says it regrets the misconduct that took place between 2007 and 2017.

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Monday, 24 April 2023

Fruit producers turn to nets for better crops

Rigging nets over trees can protect them from unwanted bugs and extreme weather.

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The Papers: 'Get them out' of Sudan and Len gets 'a perfect 10'

Tuesday's papers cover Britons stuck in Sudan and many picture tributes to former Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman following his death.

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Forced adoptions: Welsh government to apologise

Mothers forced to give away children in the 1950s, '60s and '70s will receive a formal apology.

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SNP working towards deadline to file accounts - Yousaf

The first minister spoke after meeting the PM in London for the first time since taking office.

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Bomb survivor stays true to FA Cup promise

Martin Hibbert promised the paramedic who saved his life he would take him to a United FA Cup final.

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Big Issue North to cease production in May

The charity blames post-pandemic declining footfall as well as rising costs for the magazine's demise.

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Sudan crisis: UK citizens 'abandoned' as evacuations fail to materialise

UK citizens in Sudan say they have been left behind, as other nations ramp up evacuations.

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Sunday, 23 April 2023

The wedding tech now at the heart of couples' nuptials

A growing number of brides and grooms are embracing technology for their big day.

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Wagner in Sudan: What have Russian mercenaries been up to?

The Wagner group denies involvement in the current conflict, but there's evidence it has previously been active in Sudan.

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The Papers: Labour racism row and Britons rescued from Sudan

Diane Abbott loses the Labour whip and Britons being evacuated from war-torn Sudan lead Monday's papers.

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Wrexham: Ryan Reynolds fulfils fan Jay Fear's dying wish

Jay Fear, who has terminal cancer, has an "incredible 24 hours" meeting the star Wrexham co-owner.

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Derby: Man charged over fatal dog attack at house

Wayne Stevens, 51, died after being injured by a dog that was shot dead by police.

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Kenya cult deaths: 47 bodies found in investigation into 'starvation cult'

A preacher in custody allegedly told followers to starve themselves in order to "meet Jesus".

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Saturday, 22 April 2023

What photo ID do you need to vote in UK elections?

Voters have only a few days left to apply for an alternative ID ahead of elections on 4 May.

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Cordina reclaims world boxing title in split-decision win

Welsh boxer Joe Cordina reclaims the IBF world super featherweight title with an extremely hard-fought split-decision win over Shavkatdzhon Rakhimov.

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Fans speechless after spectacular Wrexham promotion

The club has returned to the football league two years after its Hollywood owners took charge.

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Wrexham: From scepticism of Hollywood owners to promotion glory

All that glitters may not be gold, but Hollywood stardust has taken Wrexham back into the Football League after 15 years.

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Extinction Rebellion: Climate activists stage Earth Day demonstration

Some protesters lay down for a "die-in" to show "humans will not survive if nothing is done about climate change".

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Friday, 21 April 2023

Week in pictures: 15-21 April 2023

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken in the past seven days.

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The Papers: 'Raab quits in fury' and 'tone-deaf resignation'

Former deputy PM Dominic Raab's resignation leads most of Saturday's front pages.

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Fire breaks out on US bridge after fuel tanker accident

One person was killed in the crash which shut down a major motorway.

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Arsenal 3-3 Southampton: Premier League leaders fight back to draw third game in a row

Premier League leaders Arsenal score two late goals as they fight back to draw a thriller at home to struggling Southampton.

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CBI suspends key activities after rape and sex assault allegations

The business group is suspending policy and membership activity until June after a number of firms quit.

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Thursday, 20 April 2023

Cocaine smuggling submarine reveals Europe's drug crisis

The carbon fibre vessel took three men and $150m of drugs from the Amazon rainforest to Spain.

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Manchester United 'give it away' as Europa League exit leaves players 'fighting for futures'

Two own goals, a series of errors, a quarter-final to forget - Manchester United exit the Europa League at the hands of Sevilla with only themselves to blame.

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Maine energy: Much delayed US-Canada hydro project gets go-ahead

A Maine referendum had dealt a blow in 2021 to the $1bn New England Energy Connect project.

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Watch: Final farewell to Paul O'Grady

Fans have lined the streets of Aldington in Kent for the funeral of the TV personality.

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Wednesday, 19 April 2023

Facebook owner Meta sees latest layoffs begin

The social media giant is under pressure after a sharp slowdown in its ads business last year.

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Bank says no real risk in ringing for financial help

The boss of Santander says telling a bank you're struggling may not harm your credit rating.

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Chris Mason: Raab bullying inquiry nears judgement day

Rishi Sunak's deputy is braced for the outcome of a report that could seal his political fate.

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London Marathon 2023: Organisers receive 'unique' assurances over planned protests

London Marathon organisers have been given "unique" assurances by Extinction Rebellion over Sunday's planned protest.

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Eurovision 2023: Alesha Dixon, Hannah Waddingham and Julia Sanina's responsibility to Ukraine

The presenters say it's "so much more than a competition", as Liverpool hosts on behalf of Ukraine.

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Migration bill: Tories say Rishi Sunak will toughen deportation powers

The bill is expected to be changed to make it harder for European judges to stop deportations.

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London Marathon 2023: Radio 1's Adele Roberts targets a world record following 'second chance' after cancer

Radio 1 presenter and DJ Adele Roberts is targeting a world record at the London Marathon as she aims to make the most of her "second chance at life" after cancer.

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Tuesday, 18 April 2023

UK emergency-alert system: What is it and when is the test?

The new government emergency-alert system will be tested on Sunday, 23 April.

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Pakistan: Lorries crushed and buried in deadly landslide

At least two people died as dozens of vehicles were engulfed while en route to Afghanistan.

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Chelsea 0-2 Real Madrid (Agg: 0-4): Blues exit Champions League as Real finish job

Real Madrid end Chelsea's hopes of Champions League success this season by completing a deserved quarter-final win in London.

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Fox News settles $1.6bn defamation case with voting machine firm

Dominion had originally sought $1.6bn in damages from the powerful US media network.

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Secret Service nabs toddler who squeezed through White House fence

The little intruder squeezed through iron bars to lead guards on a leisurely chase.

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Six injured and school locked down over dog attack

The school was placed in lockdown as parents were warned the dogs could "kill a human".

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Monday, 17 April 2023

The Papers: Sunak probe and King Charles' 'flantastic' quiche

The investigation into the prime minister's possible failure to declare an interest leads several of Tuesday's papers.

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Chris Mason: How big a deal is inquiry into Rishi Sunak's declarations?

Rishi Sunak is being investigated over a possible failure to declare an interest related to a childcare firm.

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Big Brother Spain: Contestant gets jail time for sexual assault

José María López assaulted a woman on the TV show in 2017 after an alcohol-fuelled party.

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Police praise 'brave' shop worker who tackled gun-wielding robber

Niall Stranix was 'incredibly brave' in tackling a Leeds man on a robbery crime spree, police say.

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Sunday, 16 April 2023

Uganda's failure to jail child rapists as teen pregnancies soar

Corruption and the legacy of a brutal rebellion in the north halts the prosecution of perpetrators.

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How artificial intelligence is matching drugs to patients

Health-tech firms around the world are increasingly using AI to help tailor drugs for patients.

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More people could have hidden bowel condition

People with microscopic colitis have frequent diarrhoea, stomach pain and fatigue.

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Good Friday Agreement: Hillary Clinton urges NI parties to return to power sharing

The former US Secretary of State is in Belfast to mark 25 years since the Good Friday Agreement.

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Aston Villa 0-1 Chelsea: 'Blues find a way to win to keep Treble hopes on course'

Chelsea are used to winning and they are used to competing on several fronts - but it does not mean it is easy as they hunt the Treble.

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Saturday, 15 April 2023

Public emergency message released ahead of UK test

An alert will be sent to most smartphones at 15:00 BST on Sunday 23 April as part of a new warning system.

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Yemen war: Women facing daily struggle to survive

Many have lost their sons, husbands and brothers - and now face a daily struggle to survive.

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Atiq Ahmed: Former Indian politician and brother shot dead live on TV

Atiq Ahmed, a former politician convicted in a kidnapping case, was shot while under police escort.

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US savers get savvy ditching and switching banks

A wave of transfers is hitting US banks, adding another wrinkle to challenges facing the financial system.

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The Papers: Grand National protests and NHS 'mega strike'

Many of Sunday's papers focus on the protest by animal rights activists at Aintree.

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Queen Elizabeth II: Council concerned over upkeep of Queen statue

Oakham Town Council has been asked to take on the maintenance costs of the 13ft (3.96m) statue.

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Friday, 14 April 2023

The biggest intelligence leaks in US history

Jack Teixeira is not the first member of the military accused of leaking classified documents

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The Papers: ‘King proud of Harry’ and nurses' strike reaction

Many of Saturday's papers focus on next month's coronation of King Charles III.

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Meet the hacker armies on Ukraine's cyber front line

How links between ‘hacktivists’ and official military are becoming blurred on both sides in the war.

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Cheltenham man completes John O'Groats to Land's End route in wheelchair

Adam Stanton-Wharmby travelled from John O'Groats to Land's End in a Formula 1 modified wheelchair.

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Thursday, 13 April 2023

North Korea tests 'most powerful' missile to date

It says the new solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile will improve its nuclear counterattack capability.

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The dove or the dog: China makes peace while baring teeth

As Beijing tries to play peacemaker, its actions over Taiwan threaten to undercut its goals.

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US gun control: What is the NRA and why is it so powerful?

The National Rifle Association plays a central role in the contentious issue of US gun control.

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In pictures: 2023 Sony World Photography Awards

The winners of the 2023 Sony World Photography Awards have been announced.

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18,000 cows killed in Texas dairy farm explosion

Animal welfare activists say the incident is "by far" the deadliest barn fire in recent memory.

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How Mary Quant's miniskirts looked in the 1960s

The British fashion designer, credited with popularising the famous garment, has died aged 93.

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Wednesday, 12 April 2023

Eurovision 2023: From Duncan Laurence to MÃ¥neskin - the song contest stars since 1998

With a month until it's held in the UK for the first time in 25 years, who has wowed Eurovision?

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The 40-year-old British helicopter flying in Ukraine

The Sea King may be old, but the Ukrainian military say it will help in the war, the BBC is told.

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The bean that could change the taste of coffee

How researchers are pinning their hopes on a climate-resilient coffee species.

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Tuppence Middleton on OCD and playing Elizabeth Taylor

Tuppence Middleton explains why her OCD means she is reluctant to kiss her co-star in a new play.

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Rajasthan: How a birthdate error sent an Indian teenager to death row

He spent 28 years in prison for murder. Then prosecutors found out he had been a juvenile at the time of the crime.

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Eggs becoming a luxury in Japan bird flu crisis

The soaring price of eggs has led to diners as well as McDonalds and 7-Eleven stores cutting back.

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Harry Potter books to be made into new TV series

The series will feature a new cast and and will have seven seasons based on each of JK Rowling's books.

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Tuesday, 11 April 2023

Michael Jordan's trainers sell for record $2.2m

The sale seals the basketball titan's position as the most valuable athlete at sports memorabilia auctions.

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Changi Airport: Hanging out at the world's best airport

Singapore's Changi Airport is a particular point of pride in a country obsessed with rankings.

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Tupperware: Why the household name could soon be history

The name is so familiar many do not even realise it is a brand - but the firm may be in deep trouble.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Coronation chaos' and Biden in Northern Ireland

The US president's arrival in Belfast features in Wednesday's papers, as does a report about "problems" with the Coronation.

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Joe Biden in Belfast to mark 25th anniversary of Good Friday Agreement

The US president is met by Rishi Sunak at the start of his four-day trip to Northern Ireland and the Republic.

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Chris Mason: Biden's blink and you'll miss it visit to NI

Despite months of diplomatic chatter, the US president's Northern Ireland trip does not amount to much.

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Western special forces inside Ukraine, leak shows

The UK has the largest contingent of special forces in Ukraine, according to a leaked classified file.

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Monday, 10 April 2023

More people entertaining at home as cost of living bites

Sales of home accessories and furniture rose in March as people ate out less to save money.

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Local elections 2023: What to expect from May's polls in England

The upcoming polls are the biggest test of political opinion in England outside a general election.

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The Papers: NHS strike 'going to hurt' and Biden's Stormont hope

Tuesday's papers are dominated by the 96-hour junior doctors' strike, which kicks off in England at 07:00.

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Dean Smith: Leicester appoint ex-Norwich and Villa manager until end of season

Former Norwich, Aston Villa and Brentford boss Dean Smith is named manager of Premier League strugglers Leicester City until the end of the season

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Pierre Lacotte: French dancer who helped Rudolf Nureyev defect dies

Pierre Lacotte played a part in the Russian ballet star's escape from his KGB minders in Paris in 1961.

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Sunday, 9 April 2023

Lithium: A white gold rush excites Cornwall - but who gains?

Locals wonder who will benefit from the mining of a metal that's fuelling a "battery arms race".

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The papers: 'Starmer backs attack ad' and 'coronation details'

Monday's papers have a mix of leads, focusing on attack ads by Labour and details of next month's coronation.

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Unesco world heritage status: Seven sites win UK backing

York, Birkenhead Park and an iron age settlement in Shetland are among the sites being put forward.

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Coronation carriage will be a more comfortable ride

Air conditioning and modern suspension will help with the King's procession to Westminster Abbey.

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Small boats: An asylum seeker's five-nation trek to sanctuary

Rayan travelled 4,000 miles before taking a small boat across the English channel crossing.

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Twitter: BBC objects to 'government funded media' label

Corporation says it wants to resolve issue after one of its main accounts receives new designation.

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Saturday, 8 April 2023

Mystery carvings came from dismantled royal church

For decades Daren Frankish wondered what the stone carvings were in a wall in his Edinburgh workshop.

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Eurovision 2023: Airbnb host tried to increase rent from £465 to over £2,000

Roy Henry says the host he booked with tried to raise the price from £465 to more than £2,000.

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Vaping: New measures to crack down on illegal sale of e-cigarettes to teenagers

A squad will be set up to ensure shops in England do not sell the products to children.

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British-Israeli sisters killed in West Bank shooting named

Maya and Rina Dee were named in a tweet by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Southampton 1-4 Manchester City: Erling Haaland scores sublime bicycle kick in comfortable win

Erling Haaland scores a superb bicycle kick as Manchester City reduce the gap to Premier League leaders Arsenal to five points with a comfortable victory at relegation-threatened Southampton.

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Friday, 7 April 2023

How this historically black college gymnastics team made history

For decades, young black gymnasts had to make a difficult choice about where to go to university.

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The women who left their jobs to code

Studies suggest women are less likely to work in tech than men but some are bucking the trend.

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Eurovision hits meet Liverpool humour in Jonathan Harvey's A Thong For Europe

Sonia, Lulu and Conchita Wurst inspire a musical written in weeks for Liverpool by Jonathan Harvey.

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The papers: 'Brits shot in West Bank' and 'coronation invites'

Friday's papers feature coronation invites for charity workers and a shooting in the West Bank.

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Dice roll settles tie in small Wisconsin town election

A dice roll instead of a coin flip was considered the fairest as both sides can participate.

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Paul Cattermole: Look back at S Club 7 singer's life

S Club 7 were one of the biggest acts of the early 2000s and had announced a comeback tour.

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Thursday, 6 April 2023

The Papers: 'Bad Friday' and 'King backs slavery research'

Friday's papers feature travel disruption and King Charles's support for new slavery research.

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What we can learn from a lonely death in social housing

Bureaucracy, isolation and government mistakes all led to a woman lying dead in her London flat for two years.

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US President Joe Biden expected to visit only one NI venue

An invitation to address the Stormont assembly has also been turned down, BBC News NI understands.

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Joe Biden administration blames chaotic Afghan pull-out on Trump

The review says Mr Biden was "severely constrained", but acknowledges evacuations could have begun sooner.

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Israel blames Hamas for Lebanon rocket barrage as tensions rise

The attack, which saw 34 rockets fired into northern Israel, comes at a time of rising tension.

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MP Scott Benton claims ways around hospitality rules

The MP was suspended by the Tories after being filmed offering to lobby ministers for a fake company.

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Wednesday, 5 April 2023

Olaparib: Drug to treat inherited cancers offered on NHS in England and Wales

Olaparib specifically targets cancers caused by faulty genes, like BRCA, and could be life-saving.

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The Papers: 'You're nicked' and 'no new smart motorways'

Thursday's papers feature the former SNP CEO's arrest and reports no new smart motorways will be built.

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Eurovision 2023: Every song ranked, from Albania to the UK

All 37 countries have now submitted their entries. But which are the gems and what are the duds?

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Tennis ban would have sent Russia strong message - Swiatek

A ban on Russian and Belarusian players by tennis authorities would have sent a strong message, says world number one Iga Swiatek.

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Contaminated blood inquiry: Dad wants family's pain recognised

Tony Summer's son Paul died, aged 44, in 2008 after contracting HIV and hepatitis C in his teens.

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Settlers of Catan: Creator of board game dies aged 70

Klaus Teuber, the dental assistant-turned board game designer, died after a short illness aged 70.

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Tuesday, 4 April 2023

Businesses in NI face perfect storm warning

The new financial year can bring an increase in many costs from wages to business rates.

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Who is Karen McDougal? The second woman in the case

The former Playboy model is mentioned in the indictment against the former president.

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Who was in the courtroom with Donald Trump?

A who's who look at the people sitting front and centre at Donald Trump's arraignment.

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Kabul embassy's Gurkha guards face removal from UK

A group of Nepalese men who worked guarding UK officials in Kabul are being made to leave the UK.

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Who is Juan Merchan, the judge in this case?

The New York judge is no stranger to the drama the former US president brings to the courtroom.

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Monday, 3 April 2023

Martha Lane Fox warns against hysteria over AI

The tech pioneer told the BBC we should see artificial intelligence as an opportunity.

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Airport scraps 100ml liquid rule with new scanners

Passengers at London City Airport can take two litres of liquids and electronics in their hand luggage.

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Wet wipes ban planned in England to tackle water pollution

The environment minister says she will ban wet wipes but critics say it barely tackles the problem.

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Ros Atkins on… Why were there queues at Dover?

The BBC's analysis editor looks at whether post-Brexit checks are to blame for Port of Dover disruption.

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Rishi Sunak to set out grooming gangs taskforce plan

Specialist officers will be sent to help local forces with their investigations into grooming gangs.

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Sunday, 2 April 2023

Bakhmut: Wagner raises Russian flag but Ukraine fights on

The stunt was dismissed by Ukraine, which said its army still holds the embattled eastern city.

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Dover delays ease after traffic 'buffer zone' cleared

Ferry operators say traffic is flowing again following days of disruption blamed on slow processing.

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Cost of living: The Peterborough mosque-run food hub at Ramadan

In a matter of months, a food hub in Peterborough has seen the number needing help grow seven-fold.

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Olivier Awards 2023: Mescal, Comer and Totoro triumph

Paul Mescal and Jodie Comer win the main acting prizes while My Neighbour Totoro wins six awards.

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BBC presenter Susan Rae thanks listeners for support after Alzheimer's diagnosis

Radio 4 announcer Susan Rae was diagnosed last year and her sons launched an appeal to fund her care.

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Opec oil producers announce surprise cut in output

The cuts by the Opec+ group amount to more than one million barrels per day and are set to push up prices.

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Saturday, 1 April 2023

'He'll be our next president': Florida protesters stay faithful to Trump

At small but vocal rallies near Mar-a-Lago, demonstrators vow to stand with Donald Trump.

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Food prices: How the humble shopping list is saving us money

Soaring food prices mean some families are missing meals and desperate for deals, but preparation can help.

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Andrew Tate: See luxury villa where brothers are under house arrest

The BBC's Lucy Williamson is outside the compound where Andrew Tate and brother Tristan are confined.

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Man 'acting suspiciously' arrested near First Minister Humzah Yousaf's home

Police were called after "suspicious" behaviour near the residence of the Scottish first minister.

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Judy Blume worried about intolerance and book banning in the US

Judy Blume says banning books "has become political... it's worse than it was in the 80s".

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Extra night ferries laid on to clear Dover backlog

The additional services will run overnight as the port's operations team works through the Easter backlog.

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