Sunday, 31 December 2023

The Papers: UK 'ready to attack Houthis' and plan for passport-free travel

The lead stories include a UK vow to repel Houthi Red Sea attacks and bring in passport-free travel plans.

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Who is Frederik, the next king of Denmark once nicknamed 'Pingo'?

"I don't want to lock myself in a fortress. I want to be myself," Crown Prince Frederik once said.

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Queen Margrethe II: Danish monarch's 52-year reign in pictures

83-year-old Margrethe II is Europe's longest-serving living monarch, having taken the throne in 1972.

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Spanish football fan held in Tehran released, Iran says

Santiago Sánchez was detained during a trek in 2022 to the men's football World Cup in Qatar.

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Saturday, 30 December 2023

Man Utd ‘inconsistent and awful’ - Neville on latest defeat

Manchester United ended a dismal 2023 with defeat at Nottingham Forest as the pressure grows on manager Erik ten Hag.

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Ukraine war: Kremlin says 18 dead after attack on Russian city

Officials say children were among the dead; Ukraine blames Russian air defences for civilian casualties.

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Eurostar services to resume after major disruption

Many passengers are still stranded in London and Paris after flooding cancelled all Eurostar trains.

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Protesters and police clash 'amid community tension' in London

Traffic was brought to a standstill as police and protestors appeared to clash.

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Friday, 29 December 2023

Russian influencer Ivleeva fined for hosting 'almost naked' party

TV presenter and influencer Nastya Ivleeva organised a Moscow party that has sparked a moral backlash.

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Argentina pulls out of plans to join Brics bloc

It had been due in a few days to join the group, seen as a counterweight to the Western-led world.

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Odesa church: Clergyman narrowly avoids roof collapse after Russian attack

CCTV shows debris falling from the from the building's ceiling after Russian strikes hit the area.

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Thursday, 28 December 2023

Thousands of Palestinians flee central Gaza as Israeli troops advance

Israeli tanks reportedly reach the outskirts of Bureij refugee camp as the ground offensive expands.

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At least 30 E.coli cases may be linked to recalled cheese - HSA

At least 30 cases of E.coli may be linked to Mrs Kirkham's cheese, the UK Health Security Agency says.

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Wednesday, 27 December 2023

Trump election: Michigan supreme court rejects ballot disqualification bid

The former US president can stand in next year's presidential primary in the battleground state.

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Police identify man found shot in Arizona desert in 1976

The decades-old case resurfaced on Tuesday after police identified the body as that of an El Salvador man.

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Junior doctors' strike: Thousands of NHS appointments hit by walkout

The NHS is braced for its longest strike after last week's walkout caused nearly 89,000 cancellations.

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Tuesday, 26 December 2023

Israel-Gaza war will continue for months, IDF chief warns

There are no shortcuts in the fight against Hamas, the army chief insists as Israel pounds Gaza.

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Boxing Day dip: Hundreds take plunge in RNLI event in Southend

Bathers dressed in Christmas outfits braved icy water to raise money for the RNLI.

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Monday, 25 December 2023

Queen Camilla hosts Windsor Castle afternoon tea for girl with brain tumour

Olivia Taylor from south-east London has a brain tumour which has left her blind in one eye

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Richard Franklin: Doctor Who and Emmerdale star dies on Christmas Day

The 87-year-old - who also stood for parliament - died in his sleep, it has been confirmed.

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The Papers: 'All is Fergiven' and 'Tories face new Farage threat'

Tuesday's Boxing Day front pages feature a range of images of the Royal Family at Sandringham.

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Sunday, 24 December 2023

Two in court over Limerick €21m cocaine seizure

Two men are in court after an estimated 300kg of cocaine was seized from a cargo ship.

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Christmas Eve: Hottest since 1997 after 15.3C recorded near Heathrow

Mild conditions lay the groundwork for what forecasters say could be the hottest Christmas Day since 2016.

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Ukraine celebrates first Christmas on 25 December

The move to Western calendar is seen as a further shift away from Moscow's influence.

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Sara Sharif: UK and Pakistan courts tussle over siblings' future

Legal cases are examining where the siblings of the 10 year old found dead at her home in Surrey will live.

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Saturday, 23 December 2023

Bethlehem nativity scene depicted with rubble and razor wire

A muted Christmas celebration sees worshippers lighting candles and praying for peace in Manger Square.

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Liverpool 1-1 Arsenal: Gunners top of Premier League after thrilling Anfield draw

Arsenal maintain their place at the top of the Premier League after a thrilling draw with Liverpool at Anfield.

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Hundreds turn out for pre-Christmas meat auction

The Smithfield Market's traditional event returned on Saturday for the first time since before the Covid pandemic.

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Friday, 22 December 2023

Colorado's top court disqualified Trump - will the Supreme Court overrule?

The nine justices of America's highest court are set to take centre stage in a politically fraught case.

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Supreme Court declines to fast-track Trump immunity case

This will aid Mr Trump's efforts to delay his trial, as the case must now work through appeals.

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Last Christmas scores Christmas number one, beating Sam Ryder and Mariah Carey

Wham's festive classic tops the Christmas chart for the first time, 39 years after its release.

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Lawyers told ministers schools trans advice was 'high risk'

Leaked document suggests lawyers warned government guidance puts schools at risk of being sued.

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Thursday, 21 December 2023

Elle Edwards: Four more charged over Wirral pub shooting

The 26-year-old was shot dead outside a pub in Wirral on Christmas Eve last year.

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Wednesday, 20 December 2023

Venezuela: Americans freed in swap deal - and fraudster Fat Leonard returned

Venezuela releases a fraudster wanted by the US and 10 Americans, as part of a prisoner swap deal.

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Iceland volcano: Spectacular aerial footage shows scale

Drone footage shows lava and smoke spewing into the air weeks after waiting on the seismic activity.

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Tuesday, 19 December 2023

Jonathan Majors: What now for the Marvel universe and his career?

An assault conviction leaves the actor's career in tatters and questions over where Marvel goes next.

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Sam Ryder surprises shoppers in Reading

The Eurovision star wants to push his Christmas single to number one in the charts.

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Monday, 18 December 2023

Signed Coldplay guitar raises £3,500 for two schools near Frome

The guitar drew international interest with bids from Japan, Germany and America.

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Infected blood scandal compensation payments still not available

The government says it cannot make a decision on compensation after losing a key vote on the scandal.

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Christmas: Twinkly tractors plough Pembrokeshire festive furrow

More than 200 tractors festooned in sparkling festive colours parade through Pembrokeshire.

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Sunday, 17 December 2023

Serbia's Vucic claims big election victory for party

An exit poll gives his party a commanding lead - but the opposition hopes to win in Belgrade.

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Israel Gaza: Hostages shot by IDF put out 'SOS' sign written with leftover food

The three hostages were mistakenly killed in Gaza on Friday by Israeli troops.

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ICO's criminal investigations team looks into claims BBC withheld documents

Its criminal investigations team is looking into claims the BBC withheld documents related to Martin Bashir's interview with Princess Diana.

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Saturday, 16 December 2023

London's Ulez-scrapped cars cannot go to Ukraine, Sadiq Khan says

London's mayor says he cannot legally change the Ulez scheme and send scrapped vehicles to Ukraine.

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Trains and ferries cancelled as warning for heavy rain in force

A Met Office weather warning for heavy rain has been issued for parts of Scotland on Sunday.

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Friday, 15 December 2023

Champions League 5th place: Man Utd and Newcastle exits may affect Premier League's hopes of additional spot

Manchester United and Newcastle's early European exits have left the Premier League currently missing out on an extra Champions League place.

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Thursday, 14 December 2023

Gang jailed for £1m cocaine-coated broom handle plot

Police said 30kg of cocaine was chemically converted into lacquer and used as broom handle varnish.

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Wednesday, 13 December 2023

Christmas 'spoilt' for Bedford residents after tree taken every night

One tower block resident says he enjoyed having a plastic tree and the policy is "bah-humbug".

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Tuesday, 12 December 2023

Turkish referee attack leaves crisis that goes beyond football

Halil Umut Meler may quit football after he was punched by MKE Ankaragucu president Faruk Koca.

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Monday, 11 December 2023

Prince Harry to pay legal costs to Mail on Sunday

The Duke of Sussex faces £48,000 in legal costs after losing part of an ongoing libel battle.

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Sunday, 10 December 2023

Man arrested in connection with 1984 murder

Anthony Littler, 45, was found with with head injuries in an alleyway near a London Tube station.

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Peter Kay plays secret homecoming shows to raise funds for Bolton Octagon theatre

The comedian breaks off from his arena tour to perform three intimate fundraising shows in one day.

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Spanish La Liga match abandoned after fan dies in stands

Granada's La Liga match with Athletic Bilbao is abandoned after a supporter dies in the stands at Nuevo Los Carmenes stadium.

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Saturday, 9 December 2023

Elizabeth Magill: UPenn president quits amid antisemitism row

She has faced mounting calls to resign since giving controversial Congressional testimony.

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Gap between haves and have-nots widening, report warns

Issues including stagnant wages and mental health problems risk becoming entrenched, report warns.

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Mahsa Amini's family stopped at airport on way to get award

Iran bans her parents from heading to Europe to collect an award in her honour, their lawyer says.

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Friday, 8 December 2023

Gérard Depardieu's obscene remarks shown in new documentary

The French actor is under renewed pressure as a programme shows him sexually demeaning women.

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Paul Bryan: Murderer jailed after 39 years on the run

Paul Bryan is sentenced to at least 24 years in prison after killing Roman Szalajko in 1984.

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Thursday, 7 December 2023

Watch: 'World's most famous Christmas tree' switched on

Trafalgar Square's famous tree has been lit up in a tradition dating back to 1947.

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Wednesday, 6 December 2023

Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexual assault by fourth woman

Following new legal action, the rapper says he "did not do any of the awful things being alleged".

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A family's escape from North Korea through a minefield and stormy seas

Mr Kim and his family pull off a seemingly impossible feat and gives new insights into life there.

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Tuesday, 5 December 2023

Washington DC house explodes as police respond to call

A huge explosion destroys at least one home in a suburb of Washington DC as police executed a search warrant.

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Monday, 4 December 2023

'World's most famous Christmas tree' arrives in Trafalgar Square

Every year since 1947 Norway has sent a tree to London to say thank you for its support during WW2.

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Sunday, 3 December 2023

Ukraine war: Russia accused of killing unarmed Ukrainian prisoners of war

Kyiv investigates a video said to show two surrendering Ukrainian soldiers being shot by Russians.

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Hong Kong: Protest leader Agnes Chow jumps bail

The activist is in Canada and is under investigation for breaching the national security law.

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Manchester City 3-3 Tottenham: Dejan Kulusevski rescues draw for Spurs

Dejan Kulusevski heads an equaliser in the 90th minute as Tottenham earn a dramatic Premier League draw against Manchester City.

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Saturday, 2 December 2023

Israel-Gaza: UK launches surveillance flights to find Hamas hostages

The UK is sending unarmed, manned aircraft over Israel and Gaza to aid rescue efforts.

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One dead and one injured in Paris attack

Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin says passers-by were targeted in the Quai de Grenelle area.

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Heavy snow causes travel delays across Europe

Train and flight cancellations cause disruption to travellers in Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic.

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AUKUS: Radars will help counter threat of 'space warfare'

Three sites set to monitor deep space in a security arrangement between the UK, US and Australia.

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Friday, 1 December 2023

US House votes to expel George Santos from Congress

The Republican becomes only the sixth elected member of the lower chamber of Congress ever to be removed.

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Brigit Forsyth: Still Open All Hours actress dies aged 83

The star was best known for TV shows Whatever Happened to the Likely Lads? and Still Open All Hours.

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Thursday, 30 November 2023

Swedish murder: Five teenagers found guilty over taxi driver's killing

The victim was lured to a nature reserve after one of the teenagers reported him for rape.

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Will Tesla's truck recover from its shattering start?

Tesla is due to host an event promoting the first deliveries of its new "cybertruck".

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Wednesday, 29 November 2023

Sticky Vicky: Legendary Benidorm dancer dies aged 80

The X-rated performer had a legendary status among Brits travelling to the Spanish resort on holiday.

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Tuesday, 28 November 2023

The Papers: 'Royal race row' and 'pressure' for PM on migrants

A new book on rifts within the Royal Family is continuing to make headlines on Wednesday's front pages.

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Dutch version of Scobie royal book withdrawn over 'translation error'

A translation error has meant the Dutch edition of Endgame has been suspended.

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Uttarakhand tunnel collapse: How the 17-day India rescue unfolded

Forty-one construction workers were freed after over two weeks trapped in a tunnel.

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Monday, 27 November 2023

Ninety-eight Christmas trees and a gingerbread White House

Jill Biden unveils this year's White House holiday decorations, designed to evoke wonder and joy.

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Britain's Got Talent: David Walliams reaches 'amicable resolution' in privacy case

The comic was suing the production company after private comments he made were leaked to the media.

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Sunday, 26 November 2023

Sunak welcomes foreign firms' £29.5bn 'vote of confidence'

The prime minister says foreign investors' plans to invest £29.5bn is a "huge vote of confidence".

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Booker Prize 2023: Ireland's Paul Lynch wins with Prophet Song

The dystopian novel depicting an Ireland slipping into totalitarianism bags the prestigious award.

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Israel-Gaza: Four-year-old girl among released hostages

Avigail Idan, who turned four while she was held hostage by Hamas, was among nine children released.

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Saturday, 25 November 2023

Katie Taylor defeats Chantelle Cameron to become two-weight undisputed champion in Dublin

Ireland's Katie Taylor dethrones England's Chantelle Cameron to avenge her only career defeat in an extraordinary fight in Dublin.

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Aircraft pulled through streets of Southampton

The Solent Sky Museum saved part of the BAC 1-11 from the scrapheap.

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Brentford 0-1 Arsenal: Kai Havertz's late header sends Arsenal top

Substitute Kai Havertz scores a late winner at Brentford to send Arsenal top of the Premier League in Mikel Arteta's 200th game in charge.

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Friday, 24 November 2023

France warns people off Black Friday clothes deals

The French government has launched a campaign encouraging people not to buy new clothes during festive sales.

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Dublin riot 'saw most riot police deployed in Irish state history'

Ireland's PM says about 500 people rioted after a knife attack outside a school in the city.

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Thursday, 23 November 2023

Covid: Lack of trust in government adversely affected minorities - Badenoch

The business secretary tells the Covid inquiry some minority groups did not trust the government.

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Betsi Cadwaladr health board criticised over Weetabix death

Coeliac Hazel Pearson died four days after having the cereal for breakfast at Wrexham Maelor.

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Pakistan charging refugees $830 to leave

Pakistan is charging undocumented refugees an $830 exit fee to leave the country if they arrived without a visa.

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Wednesday, 22 November 2023

Wayne Rooney denied Freedom of Derby honour

Councillors vote against plans to honour the former Derby County manager.

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Covid inquiry: Van-Tam family received 'unexpected' death threats

Former medical adviser tells the UK Covid inquiry he considered stepping down over safety fears.

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Tuesday, 21 November 2023

Nicki Minaj responds to Nigerian fan's complaint about tour venues

A fan of the rapper is overwhelmed at her responding after asking Minaj to add Nigeria to her tour.

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Monday, 20 November 2023

North Macedonia 1-1 England: Three Lions secure top seeding at Euro 2024

Group C winners England get the point they needed to secure a top seeding at Euro 2024 with an unconvincing draw away to North Macedonia.

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Everton points deduction to be heard in Parliament with early day motion

Everton's 10-point deduction by the Premier League will be discussed in Parliament after a Liverpool MP calls the punishment "grossly unfair".

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Phil Taylor: 16-time world champion to retire at the end of 2024

Phil Taylor will retire from competitive darts for the second time after the 2024 World Senior Darts Tour.

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Sunday, 19 November 2023

Man Utd 1-3 Man City: Visitors win Manchester derby to boost WSL title hopes

Manchester City bounce back from successive defeats to beat rivals Manchester United at Old Trafford and put their Women's Super League title challenge back on track.

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Saturday, 18 November 2023

Twyford 'pleased' after long wait for apostrophe

A successful campaign to correct a road sign's punctuation has been reported around the world.

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ATP Finals: Jannik Sinner beats Daniil Medvedev to set up Turin title shot

Jannik Sinner becomes the first Italian to reach the final of the ATP Finals after his victory over Daniil Medvedev.

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Friday, 17 November 2023

Labour MP Jo Stevens's office vandalised after Gaza vote

Police are investigating after a Labour MP who abstained on the Gaza vote had her office vandalised.

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Charissa Thompson: NFL broadcaster apologises for saying she made up reports

Charissa Thompson faced criticism after saying she made up sideline reports early in her career.

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Thursday, 16 November 2023

Man guilty of assault in Paul Pelosi hammer attack

The husband of former US Speaker Nancy Pelosi suffered a fractured skull in the attack at his home.

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Iceland: View from above amid fears of volcanic eruption

BBC correspondent flies over the Reykjanes Peninsula, where the volcanic activity has been concentrated.

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50 Cent fan, 64, goes viral after Birmingham gig

Rapper 50 Cent takes to social media to praise Mary Jane Farquarson.

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Gaza faces communications blackout due to lack of fuel

Israel defends blocking fuel deliveries, as the UN warns this could lead to a breakdown of civil order.

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Wednesday, 15 November 2023

Rwanda asylum plan: Fact-checking claims about the government's policies

Looking at claims about small boats and returning failed asylum seekers.

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Tuesday, 14 November 2023

Women's Champions League: Emma Hayes says leading Chelsea to glory would be 'fairytale'

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes says winning the Women's Champions League in her final season at the club would be a "fairytale".

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Finland accuses Russia of aiding illegal migrant crossings

Prime Minister Petteri Orpo says Russian officials helped some asylum seekers reach the Finnish border.

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Monday, 13 November 2023

Maryanne Trump Barry, retired judge and Trump's older sister, dead at 86

Mrs Barry, who served as a federal judge in New Jersey, was the former president's eldest sister.

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Sir Bobby Charlton: Family man, football hero, statesman

Heartfelt eulogies to Sir Bobby Charlton at a service to commemorate his life paint a picture of much more than a footballing legend, writes Simon Stone.

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The Game Awards 2023: Baldur's Gate 3 and Alan Wake 2 top nominations

The fantasy RPG and the horror sequel square off at the "gaming Oscars" as nominations are revealed.

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Sunday, 12 November 2023

Homeless tents destroyed during Met Police operation

The force issued a dispersal order and arrested one homeless man on Friday afternoon in Camden.

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Man grabs Greta Thunberg's microphone after pro-Palestinian chants at climate rally

The stage invader says he "came here for a climate demonstration, not a political view".

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London protests: Seven charged and 145 arrested as police appeals continue

Nine officers were injured and 145 arrested, most of whom police said were right-wing counter-protesters.

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Saturday, 11 November 2023

Cricket World Cup 2023: 'England found a blueprint to avoid falling apart'

England's World Cup campaign was shrouded with confusion but they found a blueprint that helped them avoid falling apart like previous sides.

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Sinn Féin ard fheis: Mary Lou McDonald calls for Citizens' Assembly on Irish unity

Mary Lou McDonald tells the party conference she wants to see "orange and green reconciled".

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Welcome to Wrexham, Philadelphia and the Welsh language

From place names to police badges and even a St Asaph church, Pennsylvania has strong Welsh links.

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Nottinghamshire industrial waste site engulfed in huge fire

Video shows huge flames and plumes of grey smoke rising into the sky in Newark.

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Friday, 10 November 2023

Gucci and Moschino designer Davide Renne dies aged 46

Davide Renne, ex-head of women's wear at Gucci, joined Moschino as creative director just nine days ago.

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Woodhall Spa: Fraud allegation over 1940s-themed festival

Police say the investigation is at an "early stage".

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Thursday, 9 November 2023

Spain's Sánchez secures power deal with Catalan separatists prompting anger

Pedro Sánchez's agreement is attacked by conservatives in Spain as opening a back-door to tyranny.

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Wednesday, 8 November 2023

Hunter Biden and other family members subpoenaed by House committee

Republicans want to talk to the president's son and brother as part of their impeachment inquiry

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'A strange, crazy night' - managers reflect on marathon 44-penalty shootout in BetMcLean Cup

Ballymena United manager Jim Ervin and Coleraine counterpart Oran Kearney had contrasting fortunes of agony and ecstasy in a marathon penalty shootout at the Warden Street Showgrounds on Tuesday.

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Tuesday, 7 November 2023

PSNI: Jon Boutcher appointed as new chief constable

Previous chief constable Simon Byrne resigned in September following a series of crises.

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Boris Johnson wanted to be injected with Covid on TV - ex-adviser

The former PM suggested being injected with the virus on TV would calm public fears, an ex-adviser says.

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Watch: Man proposes to Aldi cashier, with help of bagpiper

Lynne Fuller was working on Aldi's checkout when her boyfriend surprised her with a proposal.

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Monday, 6 November 2023

Boris Johnson called Treasury 'pro-death squad', inquiry told

The ex-PM used the term while discussing easing lockdown rules in January 2021, the Covid Inquiry heard.

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Indi Gregory: Critically ill baby granted Italian citizenship

Italian prime minister Giorgia Meloni says she will defend Indi Gregory's life until the end.

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Sunday, 5 November 2023

Ukraine war: Military chiefs in Kyiv under pressure over deadly Russian strike

President Zelensky demands answers after Russia hits Ukrainian soldiers said to be at an award ceremony.

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British Gaza evacuees have three days to leave Egypt

The deadline means people with non-British family who need to apply for UK visas risk overstaying.

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Met Police cuts ties with adviser Attiq Malik after chant video emerges

Attiq Malik was recorded in 2021 ending a speech with the chant "from the river to the sea".

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Saturday, 4 November 2023

'We had to give up our Halifax bedroom for the Beatles'

Gail Moss recalls the night the Fab Four stayed at her family home in Halifax.

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BBC visits scene of Bognor Regis flooding

One local man describes the damage to his home as 'catastrophic'.

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Friday, 3 November 2023

Luton airport fire car park to be 'fully demolished'

The airport says cars parked inside the burnt-out multi-storey "are not recoverable".

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Thursday, 2 November 2023

Redditch nurse faked having baby during lockdown

Alexandra Gregory told her ex-partner she had given birth to a very ill daughter, the court hears.

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Israeli army says Gaza City completely encircled

The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza says more than 9,000 Palestinians have been killed.

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Storm Ciarán: Flooding and damage hits homes across UK

Thousands have been left without power as gusts of more than 100mph and heavy rains cause widespread destruction.

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Wednesday, 1 November 2023

West Ham 3-1 Arsenal: Below-par Gunners dumped out of Carabao Cup

Declan Rice endures a nightmare return to West Ham as Arsenal are dumped out of the EFL Cup in the fourth round following a 3-1 defeat at the London Stadium.

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Birmingham McDonald's mice protest suspect arrested

A 32-year-old man is detained after live rodents were released into restaurants in Birmingham.

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Rio Ferdinand racially abused: Staffordshire fan guilty

Jamie Arnold made racist gestures towards the ex-England defender during a Wolves game in May 2021.

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Tuesday, 31 October 2023

What is an American bully XL and why are they being banned?

The dog can weigh more than nine stone (60kg) and be strong enough to overpower an adult.

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Boris Johnson said old people should accept Covid fate, note shows

The former PM's handling of the virus comes under attack over six hours of testimony by aides.

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Antisemitic graffiti in Paris worries French leaders

Some 60 Stars of David were daubed on buildings in the 14th arrondissement of Paris.

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Monday, 30 October 2023

After death of player Adam Johnson, how dangerous is ice hockey?

The death of Adam Johnson on the ice sheds light on the risks of the fast-paced sport.

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Gracie Spinks: 'Obsessed' man killed ex-colleague, inquest hears

Michael Sellers is believed to have stabbed 23-year-old Gracie Spinks to death then killed himself.

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Andy McDonald: Labour suspends MP after speech at pro-Palestinian rally

The party says comments made by Andy McDonald at the weekend were "deeply offensive".

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Sunday, 29 October 2023

Fewer trains to run from London to Manchester

Avanti is to run a reduced service between London to Manchester on Saturdays until the end of the year.

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Anti-Israel mob reportedly storms Dagestan airport

Israel urges Russia to protect "all its citizens and all Jews" after a mob storms Makhachkala airport.

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Leasehold law will be in King's Speech, says housing minister

Rachel MacLean says the bill would restore "true homeownership" but Labour says it is "thin gruel".

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Saturday, 28 October 2023

The Papers: Earth 'shook' in Gaza and 'extremism crackdown'

Benjamin Netanyahu declaring the war in Gaza as Israel's "second war or independence" dominates Sunday's papers.

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New Zealand 11-12 South Africa: Springboks win record fourth Rugby World Cup title

South Africa clinch a record fourth Rugby World Cup title by doing just enough to deny 14-man New Zealand and retain their crown in a helter-skelter final in Paris.

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Mike Pence: Former US Vice President withdraws from 2024 presidential race

The former US vice president makes the announcement during a Republican Jewish Coalition event.

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Friday, 27 October 2023

Could an Israeli ground invasion of Gaza meet its aims?

Israeli forces are expanding ground operations in Gaza, and their ultimate goal is to dismantle Hamas.

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Thursday, 26 October 2023

Taylor Swift's 1989: Her biggest album returns with new tracks from the vault

As Taylor Swift prepares to release a re-recorded version of 1989, here's a look behind the songs.

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Shakira's ex and former footballer Gerard Pique falls off stage

The Spanish World Cup winner fell off the stage at a launch event for a new footballing tournament in Mexici.

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Wednesday, 25 October 2023

Jason Donovan's London bike ride interrupted by Jeremy Vine... and a bus

The Australian pop star was spotted by the BBC's Jeremy Vine while cycling in central London.

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Bianca Williams: 'I get anxious whenever I see a police car'

Athlete Bianca Williams says her family's ordeal with the Met Police has left her "on edge".

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Sainsbury's recalls some own-brand chorizo over listeria concerns

The supermarket warns some packs contain the bug which can cause serious illness.

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Tuesday, 24 October 2023

Tom Emmer: Republicans pick third nominee for House Speaker

The Minnesota congressman may struggle to win votes from allies of former President Donald Trump.

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Where are asylum seekers being housed in hotels in the UK?

The government wants to end contracts with hotels for housing asylum seekers, in order to cut costs.

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Monday, 23 October 2023

The Papers: More hostages released and Storm Babet aftermath

Hamas handing over two more Israeli hostages and flooding in Yorkshire lead the papers.

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Parents have right to see sex education content, says minister

Education Secretary Gillian Keegan is explaining the idea to schools in England this week.

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Moment bridge brought down in controlled explosion in Germany

Explosives placed on the pillars brought down the 135m long bridge in seconds.

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Amanda Abbington: Actress withdraws from Strictly

The Sherlock and Mr Selfridge actress missed last weekend's show for medical reasons.

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Sunday, 22 October 2023

Léopold Sédar Senghor: Senegal delays auction in France

Dakar wants to buy rings, watches and military decorations belonging to the nation's first president.

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Saturday, 21 October 2023

Belfast City Council spends £150,000 on lord mayor portraits

Critics have branded the portraits a "vanity project" but the council says they help support artists.

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Chelsea 2-2 Arsenal: Gunners rescue thrilling Premier League draw

Arsenal come from two goals down to rescue a thrilling draw at Chelsea in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge.

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'England’s greatest ever player' – football pays tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton

The world of football has united in tribute to Manchester United and England legend Sir Bobby Charlton, who died on Saturday.

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Friday, 20 October 2023

Moody's boosts view of UK after mini-Budget chaos

Ratings agency says "predictability has been restored" following last year's mini-Budget.

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Junior and specialist doctors in England to hold strike talks with government

The BMA says it will hold talks with the government to avert strikes by junior and specialist doctors.

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Republicans back to square one as Speaker crisis deepens

Jim Jordan's sudden demise shows how hard it will be for any candidate to unite the party in the House.

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Thursday, 19 October 2023

Premier League predictions: Chris Sutton v Joelah & Keke of Radio 1Xtra's Throwback Party

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Joelah & Keke of Radio 1Xtra's Throwback Party in this weekend's Premier League game predictions.

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Canada withdraws 41 diplomats from India

It is the latest in a row between the two nations over the murder of a Sikh leader on Canadian soil.

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Amazon launches humanoid robots to 'free up' staff

The US tech giant is looking at ways it can automate more of its operations.

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Wednesday, 18 October 2023

King mourns 'heartbreaking' losses in Middle East

The King makes an impassioned plea for religious tolerance and mutual respect.

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Hundreds of cats and dogs rescued from traffickers in Spain

The gang is suspected of illegally importing more than 400 animals into Spain from eastern Europe.

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Tree of the Year 2023: Wrexham's sweet chestnut wins competition

The almost 500-year-old tree has been standing since Queen Elizabeth I was on the throne.

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Tuesday, 17 October 2023

Britney Spears says she had abortion when dating Justin Timberlake

The pop star was in her late teens and dating Justin Timberlake at the time, according to memoir extracts.

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Lack of urgency in government as Covid spread, inquiry told

Prof Neil Ferguson denies he "stepped over the line" as a government adviser on Covid.

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Stonehenge's Altar Stone is not Welsh, Aberystwyth University says

Academics at Aberystwyth University say its composition does not match that of similar stones.

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MP Lisa Cameron rejects calls for a by-election

She tells BBC News she regrets not leaving the SNP sooner and repeats her claims of a "toxic" culture.

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Monday, 16 October 2023

Ofcom online safety director suspended over anti-Israel posts

Screenshots appear to show Fadzai Madzingira describing Israel as an "apartheid state".

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Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith 'healing relationship'

It emerged last week the couple have been living apart since 2016, despite regularly appearing together.

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Joseph Czuba: No bail for suspect in killing of Muslim boy in Illinois

Six-year-old Wadea Al-Fayoume was laid to rest in Illinois on Monday, a day after he was fatally stabbed.

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Sunday, 15 October 2023

Rugby star Mike Phillips's Welsh praised after S4C boss sacked

"I prefer slack Welsh to slick English," says expert calling criticism of Mike Phillips embarrassing.

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Polish ruling party set to lose majority - exit poll

Right-wing Law and Justice leads, the poll suggests, but may struggle to secure a third term.

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Saturday, 14 October 2023

Rugby World Cup: Wales fans' woe as Argentina win

Supporters have their say in Marseille as Wales crash out of the Rugby World Cup.

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Ireland 24-28 New Zealand: All Blacks break Irish hearts and set up Argentina semi-final

New Zealand end Ireland's World Cup dream and set up a semi-final against Argentina with a 28-24 win at Stade de France.

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Zaka: The volunteers giving dignity to Israel's dead

Zaka volunteers are used to being called to traumatic scenes, but nothing prepared them for the past week.

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Friday, 13 October 2023

Glorify Hamas and you break law, says UK terror watchdog

The independent reviewer of terrorism says speeches and acts supporting Hamas's attack are against the law.

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Fines to be issued for Covid Christmas party at Tory HQ

Activists at the event held for Shaun Bailey's campaign team were invited to "jingle and mingle".

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Thursday, 12 October 2023

Finding shipwrecks and planes lost at sea

Meet the team protecting the hundreds of sunken ships and planes around Northern Ireland's coast.

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The Papers: 'Sunak sends military' and 'Ecclestone's £400m fraud'

The UK sending help to Israel and an ex-Formula One boss pleading guilty to fraud lead Friday's papers.

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Keir Starmer glitter protester Yaz Ashmawi apologises

Yaz Ashmawi regrets "compromising" the Labour leader's safety but says throwing glitter was "fine".

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Sycamore Gap tree cut up and removed from Hadrian's Wall site

A crane was brought in to take the trunk, which had to be cut into pieces as it weighed 3-4 tonnes.

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February warning Covid could swamp NHS, inquiry told

Prof Graham Medley said that civil servants would have been aware of those concerns at the time.

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Wednesday, 11 October 2023

The Papers: 'Royals condemn Hamas' and 'prisons are full'

The King accusing Hamas of "barbaric acts" leads Thursday's newspapers along with fears of prison overcrowding.

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Ealing: Beaver family released in west London wetland

The release is part of efforts to reintroduce the species after their extinction 400 years ago.

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Chris Mason: Don't go big, don't do flash - inside Labour's strategy

Our political editor reflects on a Labour conference filled with expectation about its prospects.

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Man dies during livestreamed baptism ceremony

The service was livestreamed on the church's Facebook page, but later removed.

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Inside the deadly instant loan app scam that blackmails with nudes

At least 60 people have killed themselves in India after being extorted by a global racket.

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Tuesday, 10 October 2023

Rugby World Cup: The quirky ways Wales fans are travelling to France

From flying in a plane that weighs less than Wales' scrum to cycling more than 1,600 miles.

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The Papers: 'Holly quits' and 'Israel prepares ground invasion'

The unprecedented attack on Israel by militant group Hamas continues to lead Wednesday's newspapers.

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University of Edinburgh: Europe's oldest student newspaper saved

A fundraiser was set up after a crucial advertiser pulled out, threatening the paper's future in print.

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Matty Healy defends Malaysia kiss during 1975 concert in Dallas

The 1975 frontman read a prepared speech from his phone as the Dallas crowd cheered and applauded.

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Luton Airport access restricted after large car park fire

A spokesperson says access to the airport is restricted because of the blaze.

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Easy life: Band to change name after easyJet brand legal action

The indie band makes the announcement after a "whirlwind" 10 days.

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Monday, 9 October 2023

Keir Starmer to make housing pledge in leader's speech

Labour's leader will say postwar-style new towns and housing powers can help "build a new Britain".

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Biden interviewed by investigators over handling of classified files

President Biden has been interviewed by officials investigating classified files found in his home.

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Yellow warning for more heavy rain in flood-hit areas

The Met Office issues a yellow weather warning for heavy rainfall across the west of Scotland.

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Israel-Gaza attacks: Vigil for victims held at Downing Street

Some held up pictures of those taken hostage or killed, some lit candles, while others stood in tears.

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Did Iran support plan for attack on Israel?

A report in the Wall Street Journal claims that Iran gave the go-ahead for the attack on Israel over the weekend.

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Police Scotland is institutionally racist, says new boss

Chief constable Jo Farrell intends to drive "an anti-discriminatory agenda" at Police Scotland.

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Sunday, 8 October 2023

The hunt for a new way to tackle clothing waste

Scientists in the US are trying to find enzymes or bacteria that will decompose manmade fibres.

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The Papers: 'US sends warships' and 'pawns of terrorists'

Monday's papers continue their coverage on Israel-Palestine in the aftermath of deadly attacks.

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Metro Bank strikes deal to shore up balance sheet

A £325m cash injection, as well as refinancing £600m of debt, will enable it to keep expanding, it says.

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Kiptum shatters marathon record and moves within reach of two-hour mark

Kenyan Kelvin Kiptum shatters the men's marathon world record in Chicago as he beats compatriot Eliud Kipchoge's previous mark by more than 30 seconds.

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Labour's Rachel Reeves to set out plan to recover Covid fraud billions

An anti-corruption commissioner would target £7.2bn lost to fraud, the shadow chancellor will say.

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Don't tilt too far towards unions, warns Peter Mandelson

The key architect of New Labour says the party needs to ensure it can attract private investment.

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Saturday, 7 October 2023

Watch: How Hamas' shock attack on Israel unfolded

Watch the footage of unprecedented scenes in Israel and Gaza, verified and explained by the BBC.

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Rugby World Cup: Ireland 36-14 Scotland - Imperious Irish crush Scots to reach quarter-finals

Ireland dismantle Scotland to reach the World Cup quarter-finals and send their opponents crashing out of the tournament.

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Hamas attack shocks Israel, but what comes next?

Tensions had recently risen in Gaza - but this attack was unexpected on a Jewish holiday.

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Amber rain warning extended for north and east of Scotland

It now goes to 14:00 on Sunday for parts of Angus, Perth and Kinross, Aberdeenshire, Moray and Highland.

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Friday, 6 October 2023

180kg Fred caught after going wild in the city

Colorado officials say he is "always hungry" and "loves his belly scratches".

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Scarborough road resurfaced around parked car

North Yorkshire Council say they will return to complete the work at a later date.

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Watch: Video shows moment driver loses control on motorway

Police cameras capture the moment a driver loses control of his car on the M25 at night.

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American tourist arrested for smashing Israel Museum statues

Images shared by Israeli police show the two ancient Roman sculptures lying broken on the floor.

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Thursday, 5 October 2023

The extreme robot arm that can chop up a ship

Giant robot arms with waterjets can slice up retired ships, but can they clean up the shipbreaking industry?

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Biden approves border wall as Mexico crossings rise

US officials say they are legally obligated to move ahead with a new section the southern border wall.

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AI facial recognition: Campaigners and MPs call for ban

AI-powered facial recognition has been used in real time by police forces and private companies.

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Fire breaks out at Ryder Cup venue in Rome

Video from the Italian fire brigade shows smoke at Marco Simone Golf and Country Club.

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Prada to design Nasa's new moon suit

Art meets science as Prada designers help create the spacesuits for the 2025 moon mission.

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Russian airstrike kills 51 at a funeral in Ukraine

The attack in the Kharkiv region is described as one of the area's "bloodiest crimes".

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Wednesday, 4 October 2023

How China is fighting in the grey zone against Taiwan

China is flexing its military muscles short of a full-blown war - and that is part of the strategy.

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Just Stop Oil: Five arrested after protesters disrupt Les Miserables

The evening performance, in London's West End, was halted and did not resume.

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Sam Bankman-Fried: FTX crypto empire 'built on lies' - prosecutors

The former crypto billionaire is accused of "one of the biggest financial frauds in US history".

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Fireworks: Boy, eight, almost loses sight in explosion

Bradley, eight, was out playing with a friend when they picked up the firework which blew up.

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Hundreds at vigil to remember girl, 15, killed on way to school

Flowers, cards and teddies are laid at the spot where the 15-year-old was killed a week ago.

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Toddler died with 70 visible injuries, court hears

Jack Benham and Sian Hedges are accused of murdering 18-month-old Alfie Phillips during lockdown.

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Tuesday, 3 October 2023

Train strikes: What days in October will rail travel be disrupted?

Train drivers walk out again on Wednesday, but action by London Underground staff has been suspended.

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Sam Bankman-Fried: Trial of 'Crypto King' begins

The former crypto billionaire is accused of "one of the biggest financial frauds in US history".

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Kevin McCarthy's replacement will inherit a poisoned chalice too

The House is a broken institution - Kevin McCarthy looked almost relieved when the axe finally fell.

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The papers: Braverman's migration 'hurricane warning' and 'Beckham Netflix shock'

Wednesday's papers largely reflect on the home secretary's Conservative Party Conference speech.

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One arrested after man 'seriously injured' in Shiney Row dog attack

Police say another man, in his 50s, has been taken to hospital with "serious injuries".

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Ros Atkins on... Why Hunter Biden is in trouble

The BBC's analysis editor examines the first ever criminal prosecution of a sitting US president's child.

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At least 20 dead as Venice bus plunges from bridge

The bus crashed off an overpass in the Mestre district on the mainland, officials say.

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Monday, 2 October 2023

Newspaper headlines: 'Tory rebellion' as Sunak 'brings axe down on HS2'

Concerns over the HS2 rail project's future dominate Tuesday's front pages.

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UK weather: Will October be as unusually warm as September?

BBC Weather's Helen Willetts takes a look at the temperatures for the week ahead.

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Sheffield City Council write apology to tree campaigners

Sheffield's Streets Ahead programme aimed to fell 17,500 street trees, leading to sustained protest.

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Pakistan police bust organ trafficking ring that took kidneys from hundreds

The alleged leader is accused of illegally harvesting kidneys from more than 300 people in Pakistan.

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Liverpool vs Tottenham VAR Q&A: What do the Reds want? What happens now?

BBC Sport looks at key questions around the VAR incident involving Tottenham and Liverpool and what impact the technology has had on the game.

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Sunday, 1 October 2023

Why government shutdowns seem to only happen in US

Government shutdowns have become a frequent - and protracted - uniquely American problem.

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The Papers: 'Tories eye PM's throne' and 'Schools phones ban'

Policy announcements and political intrigue emanating from the Tory conference dominate Monday's papers.

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Graham Linehan attacks cancel culture at Conservative conference fringe event

The comedy writer tells a free speech debate his views on gender have made it hard to find places to speak.

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Turkey strikes Kurdish rebels after Ankara blast

Turkey conducts air strikes in northern Iraq, hours after a suicide blast hit the interior ministry in Ankara.

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Rangers: Michael Beale sacked as manager; Steven Davis takes interim charge

Michael Beale has been sacked as Rangers manager after slipping seven points behind Celtic after seven games of the season.

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Saturday, 30 September 2023

Covid inquiry: What is it investigating and how does it work?

The second round of public hearings examining the UK's handling of the pandemic starts on 3 October.

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The Papers: 'More Ukraine support' and 'Tory conference looms'

Politics leads several of the Sunday papers on the day the Conservative Party conference begins.

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Slovakia elections: Liberals win against pro-Moscow party - exit polls

There were fears that victory for populist Robert Fico would end military support for Ukraine.

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Last supermoon of the year captured on camera

A space enthusiast in Kathmandu, Nepal films the spectacle with his mobile phone through a telescope.

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US one step closer to avoiding government shutdown

The House of Representatives approves a temporary funding solution - which excludes aid for Ukraine.

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Friday, 29 September 2023

Trump co-defendant pleads guilty in Georgia election interference case

Scott Hall has agreed to a plea deal that requires him to testify in the election interference case.

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Sycamore Gap: 'We are devastated - it's so sad to see the tree gone'

Members of the public have been sharing memories of the 300-year-old tree in Northumberland, after it was cut down this week.

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New York City: State of emergency declared over flash flooding

Subway systems in New York City have flooded and a terminal at LaGuardia Airport is closed.

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Life of Dianne Feinstein, the senator who defied CIA and White House

The Senate's longest-serving woman broke gender barriers, but her age was an issue late in her career.

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Thursday, 28 September 2023

The slow and delicate aircraft taking on spy missions

Light aircraft that can fly and loiter at very high altitudes could provide back-up for spy satellites.

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Police find DNA lead in 1983 Aberdeen taxi driver murder

Taxi driver George Murdoch was brutally murdered in Aberdeen in 1983 and his killer has not been caught.

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My Dad Wrote a Porno enters podcasting Hall of Fame

The "most successful podcast in British history" is the first into the British Podcast Awards' Hall of Fame.

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Sweden gangs: PM summons army chief after surge in killings

Ulf Kristersson says "everything is on the table" after three people are killed in 12 hours.

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How six women trapped in a refrigerated lorry were saved

BBC reporter Khue Luu helped track down the vehicle after receiving a distress call about the lorry.

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Sir Michael Gambon: A career in pictures

A look back at the work of the award-winning star of stage and screen

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Wednesday, 27 September 2023

Justin Trudeau apologises after Nazi veteran honoured in parliament

The prime minister says it was a mistake that "deeply embarrassed parliament and Canada".

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ChatGPT can now access up to date information

The chatbot's knowledge previously only included data up to September 2021, but not any more.

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Trump and Biden woo striking workers in preview of 2024

The duelling appearances are an early skirmish in the battle for working Americans' vote next year.

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'Drug consumption room will cut terrible amount of deaths'

Hugh shows the BBC where he goes to use drugs as the UK's first consumption room was approved.

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Tuesday, 26 September 2023

New doc explores UFO and Wales' alien 'Bermuda Triangle'

The UK's largest reported extraterrestrial "encounter" is featured in a new Netflix series.

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Spain 5-0 Switzerland: Aitana Bonmati scores two for world champions

Spain turn on the style in their first match on home soil since winning the Women's World Cup to crush Switzerland in Cordoba.

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How was Storm Agnes named and how did we know it was coming?

The first named storm of the season, which is set to bring 80mph winds, was first spotted in the Atlantic Ocean.

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Shakira accused of tax crimes for the second time

Spanish prosecutors claim the singer has defrauded the state of more than €6m.

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Monday, 25 September 2023

Spotify will not ban AI-made music, says boss

In a rare interview, Spotify boss Daniel Ek talks to the BBC about AI, regulation and Harry and Meghan.

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Newspaper headlines: Fresh Russell Brand allegations and call for asylum reform

New claims against comedian Russell Brand and an upcoming speech by the home secretary lead the papers.

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US-China rivalry spurs investment in space tech

The race to get back to the moon is fuelling US investment in private sector space firms.

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School strikes: Support staff to walk out at 24 Scottish councils

Thousands of pupils will stay at home on day one of Unison's three-day strike in a dispute over pay.

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Taylor Swift attends Kansas City Chiefs game

Swift attended the game on invitation of Chiefs player Travis Kelce and watched it seated next to his mother.

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Metaverse: What happened to Mark Zuckerberg's next big thing?

Two years ago, the metaverse was billed as the next big thing - but many in the tech world have already moved on.

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Over 340 first responders have died from 9/11 illnesses

As many have now died from complications as died in the attacks, the Fire Department of New York says.

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Sunday, 24 September 2023

UCU university strikes: When are the next walkouts?

Five days of strike action will fall in Freshers' Week for many students.

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The Papers: 'Army on standby' after armed officers down guns

The Met's request for help from the Army after officers put down their guns is widely reported in Monday's papers.

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Man Utd's Marcus Rashford not injured after car crash

Manchester United and England striker Marcus Rashford is unhurt after being involved in a car crash on Saturday night.

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Sick toddler Theo to fly home from Portugal, says mum

She says after a "shambolic" experience a flight has been arranged to bring her son back to Wales.

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Niger coup: Macron says France to withdraw troops and ambassador

French president says ambassador will leave and all military cooperation will end in "the months to come".

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Woman's body found in jaws of 13ft Florida alligator identified

A witness raised the alarm after seeing the large animal clutching human remains in a canal.

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Saturday, 23 September 2023

The Papers: 'Axe looms' over HS2 as Tories plan new policies

Sunday's papers continue to discuss the potential scrapping of a leg of HS2 - and a number of new policies the PM is said to be working on.

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Rugby World Cup: Wales, Australia fans ready for Lyon's den

Supporters of Wales and Australia prepare for Rugby World Cup showdown in the French city of Lyon.

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Burnley 0-1 Man Utd: Bruno Fernandes scores winner in vital victory for Red Devils

Bruno Fernandes' stunning volley gives Manchester United a much-needed victory as they edge past Burnley in the Premier League.

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Friday, 22 September 2023

Bristol care proposals: Disabled people fear losing right to live at home

Disabled residents in Bristol fear proposed changes to care could see them moved to care homes.

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Kylie Minogue on taking off on TikTok

Kylie Minogue says she was shocked to see her latest single, Padam Padam, go viral.

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Russell Brand makes first comments since sexual assault allegations

He says the week since the claims were reported has been "extraordinary and distressing".

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England 2-1 Scotland: Lionesses hold off fightback to win first Women's Nations League game

England hold on against Scotland at Stadium of Light to win their first Women's Nations League match.

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Bereavement: How do you navigate grief as a child?

Two schoolboys from Belfast describe how they are dealing with the pain of losing loved ones.

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Police left man barefoot outside Iceland before hit-and-run death

Gareth Roper was killed after being dropped outside an Iceland store with no money or mobile phone.

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Russian TV teases launch of Tucker Carlson show

The ex-Fox News anchor appears in a trailer on state-run Rossiya 24 but exact details are not clear.

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Thursday, 21 September 2023

Wigan Casino: Northern Soul finds a new crowd on nightclub's 50th anniversary

It's 50 years since Wigan Casino hosted the first of its legendary Northern Soul all-nighters.

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Traitors US season two cast includes Ekin-Su Culculoglu and John Bercow

The second season of the murder-mystery game sees the Love Island winner and ex-Commons Speaker compete.

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US police find drugs in trapdoor at fentanyl daycare

A "large quantity" of narcotics are found at the New York nursery where a boy aged one died.

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Booker Prize 2023: The Bee Sting and Western Lane make short list

The short list includes writers from the UK, Ireland, US and Canada.

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Wednesday, 20 September 2023

Tamil Nadu: The Indian men who photographed dead bodies

Two photographers from Tamil Nadu recall what it was like taking pictures of the dead for a living.

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Police seek nursery owner's husband in child fentanyl death

Video footage shows the man removing full shopping bags and fleeing before police arrived.

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King Charles III makes French-language toast at star-studded banquet

The monarch raises a toast to his hosts in Versaille, President Macron and his wife Brigitte.

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Inside Tiktok's real-life frenzies - from riots to false murder accusations

Former staff and users tell the BBC the app's algorithm has encouraged harmful real-life behaviour.

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King's France visit mixes PR, politics and security

The royal state visit is intended to reinvigorate the relationship between France and Britain.

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Bayern Munich 4-3 Man Utd: Harry Kane on target as Red Devils poor form continues

Manchester United are given a taste of what could have been as Harry Kane helps Bayern Munich to victory over Erik ten Hag's struggling side in their Champions League opener.

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In Pictures: King Charles and Queen Camilla visit France

The couple are on a three-day visit, with a state dinner among the highlights of the first day.

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Tuesday, 19 September 2023

New footage shows historic World War II shipwrecks in the Pacific

An underwater mission spotted never-seen remnants from three ships from the Battle of Midway.

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Hunter Biden to plead not guilty to gun charges

A lawyer says the US president's son wants to appear in court remotely, but prosecutors are opposed.

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Ros Atkins on… the India-Canada murder row

The BBC's analysis editor looks at why India and Canada have entered a diplomatic spat over the murder of a Sikh activist.

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Manchester City 3-1 Red Star Belgrade: Julian Alvarez double helps European champions come from behind

European champions Manchester City come from behind to beat Red Star Belgrade in the opening game of their Champions League defence.

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Diane Abbott attacks Labour investigation as 'fraudulent'

The MP has been suspended from the party pending an inquiry into comments she made about racism.

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Why do rape and sexual assault victims find it hard to go straight to police?

Victim-blaming culture and a lack of confidence in the police can deter victims from speaking out.

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Monday, 18 September 2023

Ambulance worker thanks patient and nurse who helped save his life

When Shaun McBride suffered a cardiac arrest a 72-year-old patient raised the alarm and a nurse did CPR.

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Debris found in search for F-35 jet - authorities

The F-35B fighter jet went missing on Sunday after a "mishap" caused the pilot to safely eject.

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Marilyn Manson fined for blowing nose on concert photographer

The singer will perform 20 hours of community service and pay $1,400 in fines for the "egregious" act.

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Nottingham Forest 1-1 Burnley: Callum Hudson-Odoi stunner on his debut earns home side a draw

Callum Hudson-Odoi scores a glorious equaliser on his Nottingham Forest debut to salvage a Premier League draw against Burnley.

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India could be behind killing of Canadian Sikh - Trudeau

Hardeep Singh Nijjar was shot dead outside of a Sikh temple on 18 June in British Columbia.

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Danish artist told to repay museum €67,000 after turning in blank canvasses

Jens Haaning was given €71,000 by a Danish museum to create art, but sent it blank frames.

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Sunday, 17 September 2023

Ryanair and family locked in £165 check-in row

Damian Lloyd says his family had checked in for a flight in advance but Ryanair says they had "unchecked" themselves.

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Libya floods: The bodies left unrecognisable by disaster

Doctors are struggling to identify the remains which have been found as the death toll rises.

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England 34-12 Japan: England run in four tries to beat Brave Blossoms

England edge closer to the Rugby World Cup quarter-finals, but do little to impress in a scrappy 34-12 win over Japan in Nice.

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Ronnie MacKinnon: Former Rangers and Scotland centre-half dies at 83

Former Rangers and Scotland defender Ronnie MacKinnon passes away at the age of 83.

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Saturday, 16 September 2023

Sudan conflict: Risking lives to bury the dead in Omdurman

Zeinab Mohamed Salih writes about how dangerous it was to bury her grandmother in war-hit Sudan.

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The Libyan city that's become a barren wasteland with a smell of death

With lives in Libya washed away, anger mounts as people ask why they were told to stay at home.

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Friday, 15 September 2023

Trevor Noah jumps into fan's car to beat traffic in Johannesburg

The ex-Daily Show host's ordeal played out live on air as he ran late for an interview in Johannesburg.

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Libyan official rejects blame for flood disaster

An official tells the BBC people in Derna were told to flee but some did not take the threat seriously.

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Windsor Castle crossbow intruder apologises to the King

Jaswant Singh Chail has admitted charges relating to the Christmas 2021 break-in at Windsor Castle.

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New Zealand 71-3 Namibia: All Blacks run in 11 tries but Ethan de Groot sent off

New Zealand storm to their 50th win at the Rugby World Cup as they thrash Namibia, but lose Ethan de Groot to a late red card for a dangerous collision.

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The Rubiales World Cup kiss row... in 87 seconds

Spain's Women's World Cup success has been overshadowed by the actions of Luis Rubiales during celebrations.

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Marks & Spencer scraps plastic for paper bags

Marks & Spencer said the move should cut plastics use.

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Thursday, 14 September 2023

Vogue World: British stars hit red carpet for London fashion event

Dame Anna Wintour is joined by Sienna Miller, Kate Winslet and Stormzy at the London fashion event.

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Greenland cruise ship pulled free after three days stuck in mud

The Ocean Explorer with 206 people on board had been stuck since Monday, with some catching Covid.

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Diana's jumper fetches more than $1m at auction

The jumper caused a stir - and speculation about the black sheep's symbolism - before her 1981 wedding.

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Astronomy Photographer of the Year: See the winning images

Winning images of the amazing parts of our Universe go on display in London.

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Wednesday, 13 September 2023

Seattle officer recorded joking about woman killed by a police car

Video appears to show a Seattle police officer laughing about an Indian student killed by a patrol car.

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Newspaper headlines: Starmer 'plots to take EU migrants' and 'desperate despots'

Thursday's front pages focus on Labour's immigration plans, if it wins the next general election.

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People trafficking should be treated on a par with terrorism, says Keir Starmer

The Labour leader seeks a new security deal with Europe, as he accuses the government of failing.

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Isa Balado: Anger in Spain after man appears to grope reporter live on air

Isa Balado was broadcasting live on air when the man walked up and appeared to touch her.

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Morocco earthquake turns mountain village to field of boulders

Rescuers find that few homes remain in the devastated village of Douzrou, where 100 have died.

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Princess Martha Louise: Norway's princess sets date to wed shaman

The self-proclaimed shaman and the princess are known for their controversial alternative beliefs.

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Government defeated over axing pollution rules

Labour leads a Lords rebellion on removing restrictions on water pollution to build new homes.

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Tuesday, 12 September 2023

Chris Mason: The big questions on the future of the triple lock

BBC Political Editor Chris Mason looks at the politics and perils of rising state pensions.

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How dangerous is vaping - and why the concern over young vapers?

Calls are growing for a ban on cheaper disposable vapes as it becomes more popular with youngsters.

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Labour set to vote against scrapping home building pollution rules

The party is preparing to vote against the government plan aimed at boosting housebuilding.

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Monday, 11 September 2023

First Wilko store closures begin on Tuesday

Some 24 of the chain's shops will shut after it failed to find a buyer, with hundreds more to close.

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Spotify denies 30-second trick could make you rich

The streaming giant quashes a theory that listening to a song on repeat will rake in the royalties.

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Murder arrest after girl found in Kingsley pond dies

A woman in her 40s is in custody for questioning after the toddler went missing from her home.

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Ukraine claims to retake Black Sea drilling rigs from Russian control

The four strategically important oil and gas platforms were seized by Russia in 2015.

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Man charged after military truck 'driven at police'

Geoff Marshall, 41, faces multiple charges including dangerous driving and criminal damage.

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Mark Dickey: US man trapped in Turkey cave nears surface

Rescuers hope he will reach the surface sometime on Monday evening or on Tuesday local time.

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Sunday, 10 September 2023

Covid booster: Who can get another jab this autumn?

Covid vaccine rules are changing, but those most at risk will be offered another jab in the autumn.

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US and Vietnam get a friendship upgrade

The US and Vietnam are becoming better friends - and that's a troubling prospect for China.

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Home Secretary seeks 'urgent advice' on banning American Bully XL dogs

The Home Secretary says the breed is a clear and lethal danger, particularly to children.

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Luis Rubiales resigns as president of Spanish FA over Jenni Hermoso kiss

Luis Rubiales resigns as president of the Spanish Football Federation after widespread criticism for kissing forward Jenni Hermoso at the Women's World Cup.

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US Open 2023 men's final: Novak Djokovic faces Daniil Medvedev seeking revenge and history

Novak Djokovic will seek revenge for his 2021 US Open final loss to Daniil Medvedev as he chases a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam title.

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Saturday, 9 September 2023

Rugby World Cup: Nervous Wales fans await 'toughest game'

Fans in Bordeaux are wary of Fiji's threat, an opponent all too familiar to Wales.

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Stopping the scammers who target online jobseekers

Fraudsters are using fake job ads to try to get people to give them money or their personal data.

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Morocco earthquake death toll rises above 2,000

The death toll from a huge quake nearly doubles as Morocco's king orders three days of national mourning.

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Two men arrested under Official Secrets Act - Met Police

One of the men is alleged to have spied for China while working as a parliamentary researcher, the Sunday Times reports.

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Jagtar Singh Johal: Sunak raises the detention of Scot with Indian PM

Scottish campaigner for Sikh rights Jagtar Singh Johal has been held by the Indian authorities since 2017.

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Friday, 8 September 2023

Georgia grand jury recommended charging three US senators

But prosecutors decided not to indict Lindsey Graham and others on election charges alongside Donald Trump.

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Roblox coming to PlayStation 4 and PS5

The popular children's gaming platform has more than 60 million players a day, according to the firm.

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Andrew Flintoff: Former England captain pictured for first time since Top Gear accident

Former England captain Andrew Flintoff is pictured for the first time since he was injured in an accident while filming Top Gear in last year.

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British man fighting in Ukraine found dead in water

Jordan Chadwick, 31, from Burnley, was found with his hands bound behind his back.

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Thursday, 7 September 2023

Young brothers are golf’s 'wee wonders'

Evan Macaulay and his brother Lucas won prestigious UK golf titles on the same day.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Prison cuts row' and 'baby deaths cover-up'

Almost all of Friday's papers continue to cover the story of missing terror suspect Daniel Khalife.

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Ezra Collective win Mercury Music Prize 2023

They won the £25,000 for their album Where I'm Meant To Be, which is the first-ever jazz album to win.

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Rishi Sunak makes 'historic' G20 visit to India

He will be the first British prime minister of Indian heritage to visit the country.

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Peter Navarro: ex-Trump adviser found guilty of contempt of Congress

Peter Navarro flouted a summons by a committee investigating efforts to reverse the 2020 election.

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Two Brewers: Man arrested over alleged homophobic attack

Detectives investigating an alleged homophobic attack in south London arrest a man on suspicion of GBH.

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Actor Danny Masterson sentenced to 30 years to life for two rapes

The star of That '70s Show sat in court as the two women he raped described the impact of his crimes.

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Wednesday, 6 September 2023

Why Vancouver is letting go of green lawns

The Canadian city is choosing sustainability over aesthetics as it deals with a severe drought.

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The 82-year-old who plays cricket wearing an oxygen tank

Alec Steele has a terminal illness but he is determined to carry on playing cricket.

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Freddie Mercury: Queen star's piano and other items sold at Sotheby's

Thousands of personal items belonging to the late Queen frontman are sold at a Sotheby's auction.

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Trump suffers loss in second E Jean Carroll defamation case

A judge has ruled that Donald Trump is liable for defaming the writer who accused him of rape.

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Tuesday, 5 September 2023

The Papers: 'Birmingham bankrupt' and 'benefits revamp'

Many of Wednesday's papers report on new plans for sickness and disability benefit claimants.

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Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio jailed for 22 years for Capitol riot

An emotional Enrique Tarrio, 39, tells the court he is "ashamed" of his role in the US Capitol riot.

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Sand dredging devastating ocean floor, UN warns

Around six billion tonnes of sand is dredged from the world's oceans every year, a new report says.

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13 schools with RAAC had building work scrapped

The schools were among those that lost out when Building Schools for the Future was cancelled.

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Jill Biden: US first lady tests positive for Covid-19

She is experiencing mild symptoms, the White House says, while President Joe Biden tested negative.

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Monday, 4 September 2023

Dogs perform Mozart with orchestra in Denmark

Three dogs participated in a performance of the Hunting Symphony, a piece by Mozart's father Leopold.

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UK weather: Heat-health alert in place as temperatures to hit 32C

The health alert is in force across most of England until Sunday, with temperatures peaking midweek.

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Watch: Gavin Williamson apologises over bullying

The former cabinet minister says he regrets using inappropriate language in texts sent to Wendy Morton.

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Sewage: Mum says daughter got E. coli after swimming in polluted sea

Jayne Etherington said her daughter Caitlin fell ill after swimming in the sea off the Welsh coast.

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Sunday, 3 September 2023

Crystal Palace: Man arrested after alleged racist abuse of Wolves player during match

A man in his 60s is arrested after allegedly racially abusing a Wolves player at Crystal Palace's Selhurst Park during Sunday's Premier League game.

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US Open 2023 results: Coco Gauff ends Caroline Wozniacki's comeback run

Coco Gauff shows why she is one the favourites at the US Open with a gutsy win over Caroline Wozniacki to reach the quarter-finals.

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Torrential rain in Spain causes major flooding

Atletico Madrid and Seville's football match was called off as a red alert was issued in the capital.

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Cambridgeshire: Dolphin dies after inland rescue effort

The distressed animal was put down after a rescue attempt was unsuccessful.

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Saturday, 2 September 2023

Your pictures on the theme of 'recycled'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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Spanish club hope to help Mason Greenwood find 'best level'

Getafe manager Jose Bordalas says the Spanish club are going to help England forward Mason Greenwood "recover his best level" after his season-long loan move from Manchester United.

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Port Talbot: UK offers Tata Steel £500m to fund green steel switch - report

Stephen Kinnock MP welcomed funding talks but said any plan needed the support of workers.

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Gboyega Odubanjo: Family raise £40,000 in memory of 'beloved' poet

The money will be used to create a foundation for low-income black writers.

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Friday, 1 September 2023

Tharman Shanmugaratnam: Singapore picks a president who could've been much more

Voters chose Tharman Shanmugaratnam for a ceremonial role but many felt it was a waste of potential.

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Mason Greenwood transfer news: Getafe sign Manchester United forward

Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood joins Spanish top-flight side Getafe on a season-long loan.

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Businessman Mohamed Al Fayed dies aged 94

Mohamed Al Fayed was former Harrods owner whose son Dodi was killed alongside Diana, Princess of Wales in car crash.

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Tennessee woman sets record for world's longest mullet

Tami Manis, who sports a mullet that is 5ft 8in, says her hair was inspired by a 1980s music video.

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Steve Lamacq to scale back BBC Radio 6 Music show

The DJ scales back his afternoon shows from five days a week to one, saying he's "a bit knackered".

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Thursday, 31 August 2023

Covid fraudster used pandemic rescue funds to buy alpaca farm

The pizzeria owner used a $660,000 Covid-era loan to buy a farm, cars, and radio airtime.

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Aston Villa 3-0 Hibernian (agg 8-0): Villa ease into Conference League group stage

Aston Villa reach the Europa Conference League group stage with a comfortable win over Hibernian.

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Huddersfield student accommodation to house asylum seekers

More than 160 students need to find alternative housing in Huddersfield.

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What we know so far about school buildings closures

Schools in England have been told to shut buildings made with a type of concrete, unless safety measures are in place.

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Wednesday, 30 August 2023

RSPB apologises for calling ministers 'liars' over environment pledges

The charity says its frustration at environment plans "led us to attack the people not the policy".

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Blue supermoon: World gazes at rare lunar phenomenon

The unusual lunar phenomenon can be observed around the world on Wednesday and Thursday.

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Mitch McConnell freezes for second time during press event

The 81-year-old Senate minority leader had another verbal lapse in July.

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Police release CCTV of Aston Villa coach bricking in Burnley

The footage shows the moment a brick was hurled at the Premier League team's bus as it left Burnley.

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Tuesday, 29 August 2023

Ukraine war: 'Drone attack' hits airport in northwest Russia city of Pskov

An unconfirmed Russian media report says four transport planes have been damaged at Pskov airport.

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Rape survivors 'battered and bruised' by justice system

Three women raped by the same man say they want to reform the way victims of sex offences are treated in courts.

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Manchester Airport: Man jailed over meet-and-greet parking fraud

Mohammed Isaq promised to put passengers' cars in a secure compound, but left them in a field instead.

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Cancelled flights: Children sleep on airport floors

Thousands of passengers are unable to return home in the aftermath of the air traffic control fault.

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Close to 1m NHS appointments lost to strikes

NHS bosses lament huge toll walkouts are having in England, warning true figure could be even higher.

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Watch: BBC gets as close as possible to Prigozhin grave

Russia editor Steve Rosenberg is at the cemetery in St Petersburg where it is believed Prigozhin is buried.

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Monday, 28 August 2023

'I wrote a play about my mental health struggles'

Siyani Sheth, 17, says mental health can be a taboo topic for the South Asian community.

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Saudi Arabia's multi-billion dollar football powerhouse bet

The desert kingdom's vast Pro League investment aims to turn it into a world leader of the sport.

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The Papers: Air traffic 'chaos' in UK could last for days

Tuesday's front pages are dominated by the delays and cancellations caused by a system failure.

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Watch: The day air traffic control went down... in 71 seconds

Thousands of passengers were stranded after a UK air space technical issue led to flight delays and cancellations.

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Bears encroach on evacuated Canadian town of Yellowknife

After wildfires forced residents to leave, bears have been seen in the empty streets.

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Sunday, 27 August 2023

Why empty lorries are a problem and how to fix it

With one third of lorries in the UK driving empty, some hauliers are turning to technology for help.

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Newspaper headlines: Tory infighting warning and migrant tagging plans

Calls for an end to schisms among Tory MPs and plans for migrants to be given GPS tags lead the papers.

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GB athletics team finish with 10 medals

Great Britain won 10 medals in Budapest to equal their best medal haul at a World Championships.

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The Hundred 2023: Oval Invincibles beat Manchester Originals in men's final

Oval Invincibles stage a remarkable fightback to beat Manchester Originals and win the men's Hundred at Lord's.

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World Athletics Championships 2023: Keely Hodgkinson wins 800m silver as Mary Moraa triumphs

Keely Hodgkinson is forced to settle for silver as Kenya's Mary Moraa triumphs in a thrilling 800m final at the World Championships.

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Saturday, 26 August 2023

Newspaper headlines: Met staff data breach and Dorries quits as MP

A suspected cyber attack on the Metropolitan Police and the resignation of Nadine Dorries lead the papers.

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Luis Rubiales kissing Jenni Hermoso unleashes social tsunami in Spain

The Spanish FA's president kissing player Jenni Hermoso on the lips has sparked a national conversation.

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Spain head coach Jorge Vilda criticises 'inappropriate' Luis Rubiales

Spain's Women's World Cup-winning head coach Jorge Vilda has called the moment Luis Rubiales kissed squad member Jennifer Hermoso "inappropriate and unacceptable".

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The Rubiales World Cup kiss row... in 75 seconds

The controversy concerning the head of Spanish football and a kiss at the Women's World Cup final explained.

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Brighton & Hove Albion 1-3 West Ham United: James Ward-Prowse scores first goal for Hammers

West Ham continue their unbeaten Premier League start by stunning Brighton as James Ward-Prowse scores his first Hammers goal.

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Friday, 25 August 2023

Bodycam shows Texas officer wrangling a huge snake

When a report of a snake on the loose came in, this police department sent their 'snake whisperer'

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Crystal Bar vape giant deletes TikTok after giveaway with no age verification

UK's second-biggest vape company, Chinese-owned SKE, has since deleted some social media accounts.

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Luis Rubiales: Who is the controversial Spanish FA chief?

Who is Luis Rubiales, the Spanish FA chief who is under pressure after kissing Jenni Hermoso after the World Cup?

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Liam Payne cancels tour dates after kidney infection

The One Direction star apologised to fans and said he had been in hospital over the past week.

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Spain wants Rubiales kiss row to be 'MeToo moment'

The Rubiales affair appears to feed into broader social changes in Spanish society over recent years.

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Thursday, 24 August 2023

Wisbech farm claims UK record-breaking year for watermelons

The Wisbech farm doubles production of watermelons, despite the "challenging" British weather.

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Putin breaks silence over Prigozhin's reported death

The Russian president says the Wagner group boss was a "talented person" who made "serious mistakes".

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Ashley Dale: Man charged with murder after woman shot in garden

Ian Fitzgibbon, 28, has been charged with the murder of Ashley Dale in Liverpool last August.

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How dangerous are English Channel dinghies?

BBC News looks at the seaworthiness of the inflatables being used by many of the migrants who cross the English Channel - and why experts warn they're death traps.

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Ros Atkins on... potential causes of the Prigozhin plane crash

The BBC's Analysis Editor takes a look at four different potential causes of the plane crash.

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GCSE English and maths resits to rise by thousands

Tens of thousands more 16-year-olds will need to retake their papers in England.

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Wednesday, 23 August 2023

PM failed to correctly declare wife's shares, says watchdog

Rishi Sunak apologises for "inadvertent errors" when providing information about financial interests.

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Russia plane crash: What we know so far

Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin is presumed dead after a plane he was meant to be on crashed.

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Prigozhin's years of living dangerously

For decades Russia's Vladimir Putin relied on Yevgeny Prigozhin's services, until he staged a mutiny.

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World Championships 2023: Britain's Josh Kerr stuns Jakob Ingebrigtsen to take gold

Britain's Josh Kerr stuns Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen to win 1500m gold at the World Championships in Budapest.

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‘Chinese spy’ targeted thousands over LinkedIn

The alleged spy used several names in attempt to entrap officials and extract state secrets

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Tuesday, 22 August 2023

The Papers: 'Womb transplant' and Letby victims 'fobbed off'

Wednesday's papers cover the UK's first womb transplant and the aftermath of the Lucy Letby trial.

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Pakistan cable car: how the rescue unfolded

Military helicopters and commandos worked to free eight people - including six children.

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Mason Greenwood: Rachel Riley accuses Man Utd of 'gaslighting'

Rachel Riley accuses Manchester United of "gaslighting" and "green lighting" abuse for their handling of the decision to part company with Mason Greenwood.

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Tropical Storm Harold makes landfall in Texas

A second tropical storm hits the US as Harold slams Texas while California cleans up after Hilary.

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Magaluf: Men suspected of gang-raping British teen were not all friends

The woman was allegedly forced to have sex and was filmed by the suspected aggressors.

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Monday, 21 August 2023

Conservation: Lifeline for endangered insect feared extinct

The tiny insect, the scarce yellow sally, is bred in a zoo, raising hopes for saving the species.

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Canada wildfires: Trudeau criticises Facebook over news ban amid crisis

The prime minister accuses the company of putting profits over safety amid Canada's wildfire crisis.

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Storm Hilary: Flooding cuts off Palm Springs in California

Major roads in and out of the California desert town are closed after more than three inches of rain.

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Greece wildfires: Authorities on alert for new spate of blazes

Officials warn that high temperatures and strong winds on Tuesday could see more devastating fires.

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Let childminders work in own homes, landlords urged

But the sector says asking landlords to review restrictive contracts will only make a small difference.

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Sunday, 20 August 2023

Donald Trump confirms he will skip Republican presidential debates

The US ex-president says he is far ahead of his rivals in the 2024 White House race and the public knows him.

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The Papers: 'Heartbreak' for England who 'did us all proud'

The Lionesses narrow 1-0 loss to Spain in the World Cup final in Australia leads Monday's papers.

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Watch highlights of the final - five minutes of the best action

England's wait to win a first Women's World Cup goes on after defeat by Spain in the 2023 final in Sydney.

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Spain's winning scorer Carmona told after final her father had died

Olga Carmona, who scored Spain's winner in the Women's World Cup final, is told after the game against England that her father has died.

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Baghdad advertising boards turned off over porn screening

Electronic screens were shut down after a hacker used one to run a pornographic film.

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British Museum: How easy is it to steal from a museum?

Stolen items from the British Museum spark debate over the safety of the world's greatest treasures.

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Saturday, 19 August 2023

Sudan conflict: Black market AK-47s flood Sudan's capital

Khartoum has become lawless after four months of war, forcing some residents to arm themselves.

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Cats: The mum and daughter living with more than 70 pets

Karen and Lauren discuss how their "therapeutic" way of life has become a "living hell".

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Prostate cancer: Incontinence bins call in male toilets

One prostate cancer patient says he was forced to carry used "nappies" around in a backpack.

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Friday, 18 August 2023

The Papers: 'Ten chances' to stop Letby and 'How many more?'

The murder of seven babies by nurse Lucy Letby, the UK's worst child killer, leads the papers.

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Albania: Italy pays bill for tourists' dine and dash

In a unique act of diplomacy, Italy's prime minister tells her government to settle the unpaid bill.

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Werder Bremen 0-4 Bayern Munich: Harry Kane scores and assists on Bundesliga debut

England captain Harry Kane scores and sets up a goal on his Bundesliga debut as champions Bayern Munich record a thumping win at Werder Bremen.

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Twitter, now X, to remove blocking feature

Elon Musk says the feature "makes no sense", but users are concerned about protection from abuse.

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Man in hospital after fall from cruise ship at Port of Cromarty Firth

The Viking Cruises crew member was airlifted to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary after the incident

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Thursday, 17 August 2023

Pascale Ferrier jailed for 22 years for mailing Donald Trump ricin

Pascale Ferrier, a dual citizen of Canada and France, said she regretted that her plan to "stop Trump" failed.

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Cheryl Hole: Drag star calls out abuse for MasterChef appearance

Cheryl Hole speaks of social media abuse, saying people "don't understand the art form of drag".

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Dog walker surprised by bear at her front door

A doorbell camera recorded a woman and her dog coming face-to-face with a bear outside her home

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Wednesday, 16 August 2023

The baby at the centre of an India-Germany diplomatic row

The toddler was taken away from her Indian family on accusations of child abuse. Her parents deny the charges.

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Canada wildfire: Car 'began melting' as family evacuated north

A blaze is threatening to reach Yellowknife, the capital of the Northwest Territories, by the weekend.

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The Papers: 'Lionesses make history' and 'heist at the museum'

The England women's football team's World Cup run is among the big stories on Thursday's front pages.

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MP pledges to push for Crooked House law

Marco Longhi wants to see better protection for heritage buildings after crooked pub's demolition.

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Tenerife wildfires lead to evacuation of villages

Helicopters spraying water battle to contain fires that began at a nature reserve on Tuesday.

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Pakistan: Mob burns churches over blasphemy claims

Thousands took to the streets over accusations that two Christian men had desecrated the Quran.

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Former Royal Marine shot by pirate in Amazon

John Bathgate was hit twice when he was attacked near the Colombian border during a charity expedition.

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Tuesday, 15 August 2023

WW2 aerial photos opened to public for first time

The 3,600 photographs offer a birds-eye view of the country as it changed during the war.

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Travis King: North Korea says US soldier blamed discrimination

Travis King, 23, dashed across the border from South Korea on 18 July while on a guided tour.

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Texas woman awarded $1.2bn in revenge porn case

The woman sued her ex-boyfriend for posting intimate photos of her online to "publicly shame" her.

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Monday, 14 August 2023

Why fashion brands are putting celebrities in charge

Celebrities are winning jobs at the top of luxury fashion firms - but what can they really contribute?

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Weight-loss apps to offer NHS help to obese

The draft health guidance says more people will benefit from access to online support.

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Afghan refugees being let down by UK, says think tank

More In Common says lessons need to be learned, on the two-year anniversary of the fall of Kabul.

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At least 12 die in inferno at petrol station in southern Russia

Fire engulfs an area of 500 sq m (5,380 sq ft) in Makhachkala, in the southern region of Dagestan.

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Manchester United 1-0 Wolverhampton Wanderers: Raphael Varane heads winner

Raphael Varane heads the winner as Manchester United gain a fortunate win against Wolves in their opening game of the new season.

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Georgia prosecutors could charge Trump with racketeering, experts say

Mr Trump could face charges under the Rico Act over his alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election.

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EastEnders: Shane Richie's Alfie Moon set for prostate cancer story

Shane Richie's character is diagnosed with prostate cancer in a script devised to raise awareness.

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Sunday, 13 August 2023

Linden Farm: The family who turned a care home for adults with complex needs on its head

The Lawrence family were disillusioned with adult care homes when they hit upon a new idea.

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Talking to the Taliban: Right or wrong?

Whether world leaders should engage with the Taliban government is complicated, writes Lyse Doucet.

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The Papers: Baby in 'tent terror' and poor pupils 'hit hardest'

Monday's papers feature a baby escaping serious injury when a car crashed into a Pembrokeshire campsite.

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Moises Caicedo transfer news: Chelsea agree £115m deal for Brighton midfielder

Chelsea agree a deal to sign Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo for a British record fee of £115m.

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Police search for teenage hillwalker missing in Highlands

The police, coastguard, and mountain rescue teams have been searching for missing Isaac Johnson.

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Hawaii wildfires: Volunteers bring aid by boat to devastated Maui

Volunteers formed a human chain to pass aid off the boat as quickly as possible.

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