Monday, 31 July 2023

Niger coup: ‘Why I want Russia in and France out’

Supporters of the military who seized power in Niger last week have been showing their support for Russia.

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Angus Cloud: HBO Euphoria actor who played 'Fez' pronounced dead

The 25-year-old reportedly buried his father last week and died at his family home in California.

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Newspaper headlines: Victory over Australia and 'Oil be back'

A triumphant Stuart Broad features on Tuesday's front pages, reflecting on England's final Test win.

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Gallium and germanium: What China’s new move in microchip war means for world

The world's second largest economy is putting controls on gallium and germanium exports.

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Unesco recommends adding Venice to endangered list

Italian authorities are failing to protect the city from over tourism and climate change, Unesco says.

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Paul Reubens: Pee-wee Herman actor dies age 70

Paul Reubens, who portrayed the children's TV and film character, had privately been fighting cancer.

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Sunday, 30 July 2023

Europe weather: How heatwaves could forever change summer holidays abroad

Will the European heatwave and wildfires spell the end of British holidays to hot places?

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Felix Klieser: The problem-solving French horn player of the BBC Proms

Born without arms, French horn player Felix Klieser uses his feet to plays.

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Schizophrenic killer Adam Merritt's sister reveals she has forgiven him

The sister of schizophrenic Adam Merritt, who killed their father, believes her brother was let down.

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Sudan conflict: Women tell BBC horror stories of rape

Women give the BBC harrowing accounts of rape by fighters, as conflict rages in the country.

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The return of cargo-carrying sail ships

As concerns about climate change continue wind-powered shipping is making a comeback.

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Carer shortage: Woman stuck in hospital for 11 months

The 96-year-old was one of thousands on waiting lists for carers and says she felt "imprisoned".

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Midwife sacked for claiming terrorists could poison baby milk

Anna Semenenko was struck off after a panel found her to be "unsafe and ineffective".

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Saturday, 29 July 2023

Why it's getting easier to be a single mum in China

How rule changes and financial independence is helping unmarried women to keep their babies.

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Ada Nield Chew: The factory girl who fought for women’s rights

Campaigners hope to remember forgotten tailor Ada Nield Chew by building a statue of her in Crewe.

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Stuart Broad: Chris Broad, Alastair Cook & Michael Vaughan on England's retiring bowler

Nottingham Forest fan, wannabe rapper and terrible golf chipper, this is Stuart Broad by those who know him best.

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Rishi Sunak urges Sadiq Khan to 'think twice' on Ulez expansion

The Prime Minister told the BBC the expansion would put "a burden on hard-working families".

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Friday, 28 July 2023

Why July is the 'world's hottest month'... in 61 seconds

With July "virtually certain" to be the warmest month on record, BBC Weather has this analysis.

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NatWest row: Not helpful if chairman quits over Nigel Farage, says minister

Andrew Griffith's comments come after PM Rishi Sunak refused to back Sir Howard Davies.

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Ukrainian fencer ban lifted after handshake row

Ukrainian fencer Olga Kharlan is handed a spot in the Olympics and has her World Championships ban lifted following her refusal to shake hands with Russian Anna Smirnova.

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Thursday, 27 July 2023

False claims of bogus heatwave spread online

Weather forecasters wrongly accused of using misleading data to "drive fear".

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The Papers: 'Global boiling' and 'Harry hacking claim thrown out'

Many of Friday's front pages lead on the UN's warning that the world is in its "global boiling" era.

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Niger coup makes the troubled Sahel region yet more fragile

One of the few democracies left in the Sahel, Niger now faces military rule just like its neighbours.

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James family 'together and healthy' after son collapse

LeBron James says his family is "together, safe and healthy", after son Bronny, 18, suffers a cardiac arrest.

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The 'world's hottest month' explained... in 60 seconds

With July set "virtually certain" to be the warmest month on record, BBC Weather has this analysis.

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Trump lawyers meet federal prosecutors in election probe

Speculation mounts that Mr Trump will soon be charged over efforts to overturn his 2020 election loss.

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Wednesday, 26 July 2023

The Papers: 'Nothing compared' to superstar Sinéad O'Connor

Thursday's papers lead on the death of Irish singing legend Sinéad O'Connor at the age of 56.

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Aliens and UFOs bring a divided US Congress together

Witnesses testify to US lawmakers about "unidentified... phenomenon" amid calls for openness.

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Mediterranean fires: Evacuations as new blazes break out in Greece

Efforts are continuing to contain blazes in a number of Mediterranean countries.

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Georgia Harrison's £200k damages over Stephen Bear sex tape

Georgia Harrison says she will donate some of the money to charities over the incident in 2020.

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Joe Lewis: UK tycoon bailed in US fraud case but can't use superyacht

A $300m bond for Tottenham Hotspur tycoon Joe Lewis is secured by his luxury boat and private jets.

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Nigel Farage says more NatWest bosses must go in Coutts row

The ex-UKIP leader says the whole board should go as the row over his account closure escalates.

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Tuesday, 25 July 2023

Joe Lewis: Tottenham Hotspur owner charged over alleged insider trading

British billionaire Joe Lewis is indicted in the US over an alleged insider trading scheme.

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Wall squats better at lowering blood pressure

All exercise is good for blood pressure but research suggests strength training is most effective.

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Trevor Reed: Ex-US marine freed by Russia is injured fighting in Ukraine

After being freed last year in a prisoner exchange with Russia, Trevor Reed is injured in Ukraine.

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Robin Grainger: Only selling one ticket to my show launched my career

The comedian who brought a whole new meaning to the term "one-man show" is returning to the Edinburgh Fringe.

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Rhodes fires: Brits escape Greek fires as travel advice updated

Flare-ups overnight have caused the flames to spread to new areas on the island.

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Swansea dad jailed for taking son's points before fatal crash

Dewi George accepted speeding points on behalf of his son, who was later involved in a fatal crash.

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Monday, 24 July 2023

Electric cars are the future, but is the UK ready?

UK drivers are being told to prepare for an all-electric future, but there are bumps in the road ahead.

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Watch: BBC reporter treated to on-air dance battle

Children at a dance school in Manchester show the BBC's John Maguire their moves.

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The Papers: 'Rhodes holiday terror' and George Alagiah tributes

Tuesday's papers lead on BBC presenter George Alagiah's death and Britons trapped in Greek wildfires.

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Greta Thunberg carried away by police hours after fine

The climate activist was removed from a protest shortly after being fined over a previous incident.

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Singer Raymond Froggatt dies aged 81

The Shropshire-based singer-songwriter wrote material performed by Gladys Knight and Cliff Richard.

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Rhodes wildfires are 'like a biblical catastrophe'

As tourists evacuate, the wildfires have come at great personal cost to the Greek island's residents.

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Sunday, 23 July 2023

The Papers: 'Hell on Earth' and Tories' green policy 'retreat'

Monday's papers chronicle the plight of holidaymakers fleeing fires in Rhodes, and the Tory debate on green policies.

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Spain's conservatives miss out on all-out victory as left celebrates

Popular Party leader Alberto NĂºĂ±ez FeijĂ³o narrowly wins but is held back by left-wing parties.

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Corfu latest Greek island to evacuate over wildfires

The popular tourist island has started evacuations after 19,000 had to leave Rhodes.

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Why is technology not making us more productive?

We are in the midst of a technological revolution, but productivity has not improved.

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Harry Styles: How pop star was taught to ride a horse for video

The singer hit his stride with advice from a stunt company based in Hertfordshire.

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Labour leadership sees off demand for new spending commitments

The party says it has agreed an ambitious programme without the need for new spending commitments.

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Manipur: The women facing the fire of the conflict

A viral video of an attack on two women in Manipur is encouraging other survivors to speak out.

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Saturday, 22 July 2023

Africa unmasked at the Tate: The continent through its own lens

The Tate showcases Africa's past, present and future through the lenses of artists from the continent.

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The Papers: Eco 'backlash' warning and 'glummer holidays'

Sunday's front pages, like the weather, are a mixed bag - with concerns about net zero schemes and forecasts of storms ahead.

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Mexico: Arson attack at bar on US border leaves 11 dead

A manhunt is underway after a man set fire to a bar after he was kicked out, officials say.

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Llanharry murders: Who killed Harry and Megan Tooze?

Married couple Megan and Harry Tooze were found shot dead in their cowshed.

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Friday, 21 July 2023

The Papers: By-election fallout and Lionesses roaring to go

Many of Saturdays front pages focus on the three by-elections held on Thursday.

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Biden chooses Lisa Franchetti to head military branch

Admiral Lisa Franchetti will become the first woman to lead a US military branch if confirmed.

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Prince George: New photo to mark 10th birthday

In a change of tradition it was taken by a photographer, rather than George's mother, the Princess of Wales.

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Gorilla thought to be male surprises zoo with birth

Columbus Zoo in Ohio says Sully, 8, was found cradling the unexpected newborn in her arms.

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Norfolk beach death: Owner admits trampoline safety breaches

An inflatables manager admits safety breaches following the death of Ava-May Littleboy, three.

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Thursday, 20 July 2023

Latitude: Sophie Ellis-Bextor on the perfect festival set

Ahead of her Latitiude gig, the singer says artists owe it to their fans to play the hits.

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Newspaper headlines: Farage gets apology and King Charles gets 'pay rise'

The boss of the NatWest Group saying sorry to Nigel Farage leads Friday's front pages.

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Cluster bombs: Ukraine using munitions 'effectively', says US

The White House says the controversial weapons are having an impact on Russian formations

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Norfolk Boreas: Work on offshore wind farm stops over soaring costs

Vattenfall cites deteriorating market conditions in its decision to shelve the offshore wind farm.

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Manipur violence: What is happening and why

More than 100 people have been killed in ethnic violence that has engulfed a small Indian state.

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Wednesday, 19 July 2023

Damon Albarn felt 'quite lost' writing new Blur album

The singer says he embraced his low mood and used it to inform Blur's first album in eight years.

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Tuesday, 18 July 2023

Dan Wootton: GB News host admits 'errors of judgement'

The Sun and MailOnline publishers say they looking into claims against the columnist and broadcaster.

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Newspaper review: 'Heatwave from hell' and Farage's finances

Wednesday's papers feature dramatic images and reports of the heat ravaging parts of Europe.

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Tobias Ellwood: Tory MP criticised over Taliban re-engagement call

Tobias Ellwood says Afghanistan has been "transformed" and it is time to restart diplomatic relations.

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Tupac Shakur: Police search house over 1996 killing

Nevada police search a Las Vegas home as part of an investigation into the rapper's 1996 killing.

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Nigel Farage: Coutts document 'shows bank account shut over my views'

Nigel Farage says he obtained a copy of a report by the bank's wealth reputational risk committee.

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What happened to US citizens like Otto Warmbier detained in North Korea

Americans arrested in the communist state have included tourists, a teacher and a Christian missionary.

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Monday, 17 July 2023

Burnt out or jobless - meet China's 'full-time children'

Gruelling work hours and a dismal job market are forcing young Chinese to make unusual choices.

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Heatwave: BBC correspondents on how people are coping

Climate change means places like Murcia in Spain and Phoenix, Arizona are only getting hotter.

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Climate change plan will leave UK unprepared, advisors warn

The latest plan to prepare the UK for intense heatwaves and flooding falls short of expectation.

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US military emails sent to Russian ally due to typo

Some of the emails reportedly contain sensitive information such as passwords and medical records.

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Sunday, 16 July 2023

Train strikes: When are they and why are they taking place?

Aslef train drivers are refusing to work overtime, while members of the RMT will walk out later this week.

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How brands hope to tempt you with videos on labels

Companies are using augmented reality labels on their products to share videos and animations.

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Canada wildfires: Second firefighter dies amid record blazes

The unnamed firefighter died from injuries sustained working in the Northwest Territories on Saturday.

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Gelligaer: Ponies found in 'terrible' condition are rescued

The animals were "terrified of humans" when found but are expected to make a full recovery.

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Wonka film provides golden ticket for St Albans park jackpot

Parts of the Verulamium Park, in St Albans, were used in a trailer for the Warner Bros film.

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Iran's morality police to resume headscarf patrols

The controversial police unit enforces Iran's strict dress code and has been accused of brutality.

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Saturday, 15 July 2023

T20 Blast: Somerset see off Essex to win trophy for second time

Somerset beat Essex to win the T20 Blast trophy for the second time - 18 years after their first.

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Nottinghamshire police catch fence-vaulting motorcyclist

Footage from police shows officers chasing the biker through gardens before his arrest.

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Friday, 14 July 2023

Winnipeg can remove blockade over indigenous murders, court rules

Protesters blocked the dump after officials said they would not search for the remains of two murdered women.

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Bronze Age gold torc discovered in field near Mistley

The 3,000-year-old gold torc is the first to be reported to as treasure in Essex, says an expert.

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SAG strike: Actors join writers on Hollywood picket lines

The industry's biggest shutdown since 1960 has already impacted major films and promotional events.

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Bournemouth beach deaths: No police action to be taken

Sunnah Khan, 12, and Joe Abbess, 17, drowned while in the water next to the pier in May.

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Italy bear attacks: Animals behind Alpine attacks spared slaughter

A top Italian court rules a culling order for two bears should be suspended, backing activists.

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Thursday, 13 July 2023

Chris Mason: Will the pay offer stop the strikes?

The government has accept the recommendations of the pay review bodies, but will the workers?

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Wimbledon 2023: Novak Djokovic meets Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz faces Daniil Medvedev

Novak Djokovic believes his formidable Wimbledon record means he is the favourite to win the men's title going into Friday's semi-finals.

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Which movies and TV shows are impacted by the Hollywood strike?

This is how a mega-strike involving writers and performers may see film and TV productions put on ice.

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Ming vase used as £8.50 doorstop in Essex sells for £3,400

The object, believed to be from the Chinese Ming Dynasty, sells after being found in a charity shop.

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Wednesday, 12 July 2023

Junior doctors begin longest strike yet in England

Patients can expect disruption, with the five-day walkout over pay running until 07:00 on Tuesday.

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Cerberus heatwave: Hot weather sweeps across southern Europe

The heatwave could potentially lead to record-breaking temperatures, forecasters say.

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Taylor Swift fan says her Speak Now vinyl contains 'cursed' electronic music

A British fan got a creepy surprise when she opened her copy of Taylor Swift's latest album.

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Boris Johnson early Covid WhatsApps still not passed to inquiry

The government had until 16.00 BST on Monday to hand over the ex-PM's messages to the Covid inquiry.

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Negligence may have led to 36 migrant deaths in Canary Islands, lawsuit alleges

An inflatable boat sank after those on board waited 10 hours for help last month in Gran Canaria.

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Tuesday, 11 July 2023

Sunak: No decision yet on public sector pay rises

The prime minister says he would make the "responsible" decision to keep inflation under control.

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BBC presenter row: Key questions remain for corporation and The Sun

The row about the BBC presenter has developed into a series of claims and counter-claims.

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Jury rules document found in Aretha Franklin's couch is valid will

A jury rules that a hand-written document found in Aretha Franklin's couch is a valid will to her estate.

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Pack of Wotsits used to rescue missing parrot

A snack-loving macaw flies away from its care home base after being spooked by a clap of thunder.

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Monday, 10 July 2023

Why isn't BBC presenter being named by the media?

The corporation is investigating claims a presenter paid a teenager for sexually explicit photos.

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Wimbledon 2023 results: Carlos Alcaraz beats Matteo Berrettini to set up Rune quarter-final

Top seed Carlos Alcaraz shows why he is the man likeliest to stop Novak Djokovic winning another Wimbledon after reaching the last eight.

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BBC presenter allegations: A timeline of how the story has unfolded

Claims relating to allegations about an unnamed BBC presenter have been dominating the headlines.

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Boeing plane crash: Coroner rules Britons unlawfully killed

A coroner has ruled the three Britons who died in the 2019 crash in Ethiopia were killed unlawfully.

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Sunday, 9 July 2023

The rush for nickel: 'They are destroying our future'

Campaigners in the world’s largest nickel producer, Indonesia, warn mining is threatening their way of life.

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Charlie Watts' book collection to be auctioned

The Rolling Stones drummer had a broad collection of first editions, including The Great Gatsby.

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Migrant boat from Senegal carrying 200 people missing off Canary Islands

The aid group Walking Borders says many children are on board the missing boat, which departed from Senegal.

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The Papers: 'BBC suspends star' and 'calls in police'

The suspension of a BBC star accused of paying a teenager for explicit photos leads Monday's papers.

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BBC presenter: Corporation in touch with police over explicit photo allegations

The corporation says it became aware of new allegations on Thursday and is working "to establish the facts".

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Second girl 8 dies after Wimbledon school car crash

The Metropolitan Police has named eight-year-old Nuria Sajjad as the second victim.

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Saturday, 8 July 2023

Delhi's earliest crimes revealed by 1800s police records

The year is 1861. Mughal rule has just ended, Delhi is in ferment and decline - then a bed gets stolen.

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BBC presenter faces new allegations over explicit photos

The presenter was pictured in his underwear "ready for my child to perform for him", their mother told the Sun.

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Tour de France: Sadness and tears as Mark Cavendish breaks collarbone in Tour-ending crash

Race director Christian Prudhomme says "the Tour de France is sad" after Mark Cavendish crashes out on stage eight.

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Pig fed junk food for seven years in small flat

Portia the pot-bellied pig who could barely walk after reaching 26 stone is given a new lease of life.

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Janet Yellen asks China to co-operate on climate change action

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen calls on Beijing to invest more in efforts to transition from fossil fuels.

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Friday, 7 July 2023

BBC star accused of paying teen for explicit photos - report

The Sun newspaper says an unnamed BBC presenter paid tens of thousands of pounds to the teenager.

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Wimbledon 2023 results: Andy Murray struggling for motivation after second-round exit

After another early exit at Wimbledon, two-time champion Andy Murray waves farewell to an adoring Centre Court - but will he be back?

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The Wire creator seeks leniency for drug dealer in Michael K Williams' death

David Simon says no good can come from incarcerating a 71-year-old for Michael K Williams' death.

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Southern Water bosses decline bonuses after sewage discharge anger

Bosses of Southern Water are refusing their bonuses amid anger over discharges into the sea.

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Thursday, 6 July 2023

Theatres tempt new audiences with virtual reality

A virtual reality service hopes to attract a new audience to theatre performances.

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Sarms: Illegal muscle drugs sold in UK shops BBC finds

Secret filming reveals that "dangerous" substances are widely available for sale around the country.

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The Papers: 'Tea party horror' and 'strike to ground flights'

The crash which killed an eight-year-old girl at a school tea party dominates Friday's front pages.

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Iowa teen jailed for killing Spanish teacher over bad grade

The judge says the 2021 murder of the 66-year-old mother-of-three by two Iowa students was "evil".

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OceanGate: Owner of Titan submersible suspends exploration

The firm posts a one-line statement saying it has stopped "all exploration and commercial operations".

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Kenya Brown's cheese: Female workers made to strip over used sanitary pad

Kenyan cheese factory employees were reportedly made to undress after a pad was put in the wrong bin.

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Wednesday, 5 July 2023

Horizon research deal with EU awaits Sunak's signature

BBC News understands a deal has been negotiated over UK association with the Horizon programme.

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Can 'good cop' Janet Yellen help fix US-China relations?

The US Treasury secretary's trip to Beijing comes as tensions between the two countries remain high.

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Threads: Instagram owner launches Twitter-like app

The new app is now available to download in over 100 countries, though not in the European Union.

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Labour leader pledges education reforms to break class barriers

The Labour leader will say a "class ceiling" is holding back children when he outlines his education plans.

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Prince Harry hacking claim is 'Alice in Wonderland stuff' the Sun lawyers say

The prince's case against the Sun is one of three damages claims he is pursuing against newspapers.

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Kyiv court explosion: Ihor Humeniuk dies after detonating explosive device

Ihor Humeniuk was at a hearing related to his involvement in a 2015 attack near Ukraine's parliament.

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Tuesday, 4 July 2023

Prince William and Kate meet NHS's first ever baby

The Prince and Princess of Wales hear from the first person born after the NHS was founded, in 1948.

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Wimbledon 2023: Andy Murray watched by Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe at All England Club

Andy Murray says it was "brilliant" to be watched at Wimbledon by Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, who revealed watching his 2016 win gave her rare joy in prison.

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Cocaine found at White House sparked evacuation US media report

A powder is found in a work area of the White House's secure West Wing by Secret Service staff.

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Jenin: UN agencies voice alarm as major Israeli operation continues

The agencies say infrastructure is being destroyed and medics cannot not reach all the injured.

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Climate change: World's hottest day since records began

Monday 3 July was the warmest day yet recorded with temperatures averaging over 17C for the first time.

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Monday, 3 July 2023

Cheetham Hill raids: Largest haul of fake goods in UK history say GMP

Police say the "monumental" haul of counterfeit goods has dealt an £870m blow to organised crime.

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Bank bosses summoned to talks over savings rates

Bosses at Lloyds, HSBC, NatWest and Barclays will meet with the industry watchdog on Thursday.

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Why has Twitter restricted its own tweets?

Elon Musk has restricted the number of tweets you can see - a strange move for a social media company.

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Nigel Farage: Banks warned against closing accounts

Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer says she is concerned banks are shutting accounts for the wrong reasons.

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Wimbledon 2023: Lauren Davies takes best shot of day one

Watch the best shots from day one of Wimbledon, including a 'phenomenal' winner by Lauren Davies and epic rallies with Britain's Liam Broady & Harriet Dart.

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Sunday, 2 July 2023

How AI can help process waste and increase recycling

Video cameras powered by AI are analysing work at waste processing and recycling facilities.

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Victoria Amelina: Ukrainian writer dies after Kramatorsk strike

Victoria Amelina, an award-winning writer, was in a pizza restaurant that was hit by a Russian missile.

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Energy prices might spike this winter - IEA boss

Governments may need to step in again and subsidise energy bills this winter says IEA boss.

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Baltimore shooting: Two dead and 28 injured in mass casualty event police say

More than a dozen of the injured were under 18, a senior city official said, as suspects remain at large.

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The false French riot posts spreading online

A number of false and misleading claims about the French riots have been circulating on social media.

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Saturday, 1 July 2023

Hachiko: The world's most loyal dog turns 100

The Akita Inu has been lionised in Japan and beyond as a symbol of devotion and fidelity

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France shooting: Clashes and tear gas in Marseille as chaos continues

Widespread unrest continues in France for a fifth night over killing of a teenage boy by police.

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Three teens charged with murder of boy found stabbed in London canal

Three boys, aged 14, 15 and 17, are charged with murder and robbery after the stabbing of Victor Lee, 17.

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Ukraine war corrosive for Vladimir Putin - CIA boss

William J Burns says dissatisfaction with the conflict in Russia is a valuable recruiting tool.

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New Jersey: Dramatic rescue as helicopter pulls firefighters from river

The boat had stalled and went over the edge of a dam during a rescue mission in New Jersey in the US.

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London Pride in pictures: Huge crowds turn out for parade

The parade was briefly halted after protesters lined Piccadilly - but the landmark event carried on.

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