Monday, 31 October 2022

I'm A Celebrity 2022: Mike Tindall, Boy George and Chris Moyles in line-up

Ex-rugby star Mike Tindall, who is married to the King's niece, hopes to become king of the jungle.

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Morbi bridge collapse: The brothers who died in Sunday's disaster

Chirag, Dharmik, and Chetan were on the bridge in Morbi when it collapsed into the river.

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Nancy Pelosi: Man charged with attempted kidnap and assault

The suspect is also charged with assaulting the top Democrat's husband in their California home.

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Joey Barton cleared of assaulting his wife Georgia

The Bristol Rovers manager would be unable to have a fair trial, a judge ruled.

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Suella Braverman challenges critics to oust her in asylum row

The home secretary faces Labour claims she is unfit for office as she defends asylum policies.

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Sunday, 30 October 2022

Indonesia syrup deaths: Parents demand accountability as toll rises

Distraught parents demand answers after at least 157 children died from acute kidney injury.

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Brixton shooting: Two men dead after reports of gunshots

Police say two men were pronounced dead at the scene following the incident on Sunday evening.

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Switzerland sets record with world's longest passenger train

The 1.9km (1.2 mile) long train, which is composed of 100 coaches, has completed a 25km journey.

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Switzerland sets record with world's longest passenger train

The 1.9km (1.2 mile) long train, which is composed of 100 coaches, has completed a 25km journey.

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Manchester United 1-0 West Ham: Marcus Rashford's landmark goal seals victory

Marcus Rashford scores his 100th goal for Manchester United as the Red Devils beat West Ham to move above Chelsea into fifth in the Premier League.

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Saturday, 29 October 2022

Meet the designers with learning disabilities

A design agency in Barcelona has creatives with learning disabilities, autism and schizophrenia.

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The Papers: 'Johnson will attend COP27' and 'Truss hacked'

Most of the Sunday papers look at Rishi Sunak's decision not to attend the COP27 climate summit.

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South Korea: Droves of revellers leave area after deadly Seoul crush

Footage shows rescue workers at the scene in Seoul as crowds of revellers leave the bustling area.

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Liverpool 1-2 Leeds: Jurgen Klopp's side stunned by spirited Leeds

Crysencio Summerville scores a dramatic late winner as Leeds stun Liverpool to damage the Reds' top-four hopes and move out of the Premier League relegation zone.

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Angry drivers remove Just Stop Oil protesters from London roads

Scotland Yard say they arrested 33 people during the protests in central London.

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Friday, 28 October 2022

Norway charges man accused of being Russian spy

The man, named in Norwegian media as Mikhail Mikushin, had posed as a Brazilian academic.

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Ebbw Vale: CCTV shows rogue driver wrecking police car

Dino Price admitted dangerous driving, affray and driving without a licence or insurance.

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Attacked owl rescued by fishing crew 100 miles out to sea

The long-eared owl was rescued after being attacked by gulls off the north coast of Scotland.

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Thursday, 27 October 2022

Rishi Sunak: How the US shaped Britain's new leader

Rishi Sunak points to his time in California studying and working as a defining part of his life.

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Unusually warm weather for France and Spain

Bathers enjoy water temperatures of up to 21C on the French Riviera as October ends with a mild spell.

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Clashes in Iran: Mourning Nika Shakarami

Widespread unrest continues across Iran as security forces reportedly opened fire on protesters.

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'Live fire used again' as Iran protests swell

Fresh anti-government protests erupt, following a night of demonstrations in all major cities.

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Wednesday, 26 October 2022

The impact of Iran's uprising beyond its borders

Tensions in Iraqi Kurdistan are high, following several missile and drone attacks in the region from the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.

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Rishi Sunak demotes Truss allies as reshuffle continues

Anne-Marie Trevelyan and Chris Philp have both been given more junior roles under the new PM.

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Facebook owner Meta sales continue to fall

The company has lost confidence of many investors, after shares have plunged roughly 60% this year.

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Six children in same Uganda family catch Ebola

Their schools in the capital Kampala have not been closed - yet the virus is highly contagious.

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Tuesday, 25 October 2022

Aggressive breast cancer hits black women harder

New research shows a genetic link between African ancestry and triple negative breast cancer.

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Three PMs in two months, is political chaos the UK's new normal?

Experts say why they think it appears increasingly difficult for prime ministers to remain in power.

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'People are working themselves into poverty' - food bank provider

Food banks are seeing more people in full-time employment and with mortgages using their services.

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Nedd Brockmann: The man who ran across Australia in 47 days

Nedd Brockmann ran 3,953 km (2,456 miles), inspired a nation and raised millions for charity.

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Democrats retract call for Biden change of course on Ukraine

The letter, calling for the US to negotiate directly with Russia, provoked backlash within the party.

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First LGBTQ+ celebration coins enter circulation

The postmasters from Preston say it was an honour to launch the coin marking 50 years of Pride UK.

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Ex-UK pilots in China did not share classified information - flying school

A flying school linked to the recruitment of British pilots says the UK was "fully aware" of its work.

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Monday, 24 October 2022

Leslie Jordan: Will and Grace star dies aged 67

US media reported the actor was killed after being involved in a car crash on Monday.

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Ukraine round-up: Defence of Kherson and 'dirty bomb'

Ukraine says Russia is beefing up its defence of Kherson, and Nato dismisses Russia's claim about a Ukrainian "dirty bomb".

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Lady Leshurr assaulted ex-girlfriend, court hears

Two women were taken to hospital after reports of a fight in east London on Saturday.

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St Louis: Three dead, six injured after school shooting

Police "quickly stopped" a gunman in his 20s who entered a Missouri public school on Monday morning.

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Is the Conservative Party ready to unite behind Rishi Sunak?

Will Tory MPs' enthusiasm for their new leader last when his government confronts tough problems?

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St Louis: Three dead, six injured after school shooting

Police "quickly stopped" a gunman in his 20s who entered a Missouri public school on Monday morning.

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New UK prime minister: What comes next for Rishi Sunak?

What awaits Rishi Sunak when he walks through the doors of Downing Street?

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Sunday, 23 October 2022

The political guard is changing again

September's loser appears on the verge of becoming October's prime minister, political editor Chris Mason writes.

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Royal Mail: 100 days left to use stamps without a barcode

Royal Mail says everyday stamps that do not have a barcode will no be longer valid after 31 January.

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Boris Johnson pulls out of leadership race: Statement in full

Boris Johnson's full statement as he rules himself out of the race to replace Liz Truss as the next PM.

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United States GP: Max Verstappen equals win record with late Lewis Hamilton overtake

Max Verstappen fought back to pass Lewis Hamilton to win a dramatic United States Grand Prix and equal the record for victories in a season.

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Doctor Who: Jodie Whittaker's regeneration reveals a new Doctor

Avoid reading unless you're happy for major spoilers, as the 13th Doctor leaves the show.

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Tributes paid to boy, 12, killed in Clacton garage wall collapse

Scott-Swaley Daniel Stevens, 12, was "well-loved" and "will be missed by so many", his family says.

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Saturday, 22 October 2022

Doctor Who: Jodie Whittaker set for her final appearance

The actress will make her final Doctor Who appearance in a 90-minute special on BBC One on Sunday.

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Rishi Sunak: Former chancellor who lost out last time

A former finance analyst, Rishi Sunak was runner-up in the previous leadership contest.

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Tiny homes: Off-grid living allowed couple to take risks

A couple say their mortgage-free, low-cost tiny home has allowed them to take risks.

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Cost of Living: People urged to heat homes safely as energy costs soar

Firefighters urge the public to ensure heat sources and electrical products are well maintained.

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Dietrich Mateschitz: Red Bull co-owner & energy drink giant dies aged 78

Red Bull co-owner Dietrich Mateschitz, a major global business figure as a result of his energy drinks empire, dies aged 78.

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Kilimanjaro: Firefighters tackle blaze on Tanzania mountain

The fire started on Friday night along one of the mountain's most popular climbing routes.

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Kilimanjaro: Firefighters tackle blaze on Tanzania mountain

The fire started on Friday night along one of the mountain's most popular climbing routes.

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Birmingham murder inquiry after man stabbed to death in street

Paramedics "battled to save" the 29-year-old but he was pronounced dead at the scene, police say.

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Friday, 21 October 2022

Rishi Sunak leads PM race as Boris Johnson flies back to London

Allies of the ex-chancellor say he has 100 nominations, as the former PM heads home from the Caribbean.

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Moody's: UK's economic outlook now 'negative', ratings agency says

Political instability and high inflation in the country means it is less likely to pay back debts, the ratings agency says.

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Whale's majestic move brings dramatic end to marine rescue off Canada

A marine crew battled for hours to free a humpback whale from fishing gear. Then they watched in awe as the giant did this.

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Ukraine war: 'I'd rather go to jail than fight in Ukraine', Russian man says

Russia has mobilised many thousands of men to fight in Ukraine. But Mikhail Ashichev refuses to go.

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Ukraine war: 'I'd rather go to jail than fight in Ukraine', Russian man says

Russia has mobilised many thousands of men to fight in Ukraine. But Mikhail Ashichev refuses to go.

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Josephine Melville: Ex-EastEnders actress dies backstage after play

Josephine Melville fell ill after performing in a production at Nottingham Playhouse.

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Thursday, 20 October 2022

Ukraine war: Iranian drone experts 'on the ground' in Crimea - US

Tehran has experts on the ground in Crimea helping with drone attacks on Ukraine, the White House says.

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Liz Truss resignation: World politicians and media react to Truss departure

News of Liz Truss's resignation prompted quick reaction from political leaders and media commentators around the world.

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Nick Eardley: The rise and fall of Liz Truss

The outgoing PM won power promising radical change, but it ended in disaster, after just 45 days.

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'Dear oh dear': Six moments from six chaotic weeks

The UK prime minister's short time in office had some dramatic twists and turns.

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Wednesday, 19 October 2022

Friends could be key to finding fitness motivation

Spending time with active people could be key to kick-starting a workout regime, research suggests.

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Sweden ditches 'feminist foreign policy'

The new foreign minister said the label had become more important than its content.

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'I've had enough of talentless people' - Charles Walker

The veteran politician spoke candidly with the BBC about his frustrations with the government.

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Joe Biden's unusual fight to bring down gas prices

The US president has gone to unusual lengths to try to rein in the price of fuel.

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LS Lowry's Going To The Match sells for £7.8m at auction

The 1953 artwork, depicting crowds at a football ground, is described as an "iconic masterpiece".

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Tuesday, 18 October 2022

US midterms: Record turnout as early voting starts in Georgia

The state is home to some of the country's most closely-watched races ahead of November's midterms.

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Monday, 17 October 2022

Train strikes: Workers vote on further six months of walkouts

The RMT union is asking members if they will support further train strikes to Spring 2023.

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How Iran state TV tries to control story of protests

Iran's state-run media puts forward a very different narrative of the protests from what is being shared on social media.

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Ex-UK pilots lured to help Chinese military, MoD says

Up to 30 former UK military pilots are thought to have gone to train members of China's Army.

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Warning of 'scary' spending cuts after tax U-turns

New chancellor Jeremy Hunt said "almost all" of the tax cuts announced by his predecessor will go.

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Sunday, 16 October 2022

Five questions on the economics of independence

As the Scottish government sets out its latest prospectus, Douglas Fraser picks out key areas to watch.

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Nicola Benedetti: 'We need creativity more than ever'

The acclaimed violinist is upbeat as she takes over as director of the Edinburgh International Festival

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How Xi Jinping made himself unchallengeable

The speed and scale of his power grab over a decade in power took many by surprise.

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Met Police report: Hundreds of officers getting away with misconduct

Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley says he's appalled by the findings, and many officers should be sacked.

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Nigeria floods: 'Overwhelming' disaster leaves more than 600 people dead

Nigeria is used to seasonal flooding, but this year has been significantly worse than usual.

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Families reunite on the Mexico-US border

More than 200 people gathered at the Rio Grand River on the Mexico-US border to reunite with their family members.

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Families reunite on the Mexico-US border

More than 200 people gathered at the Rio Grand River on the Mexico-US border to reunite with their family members.

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Saturday, 15 October 2022

Castrating Pablo Escobar's hippos

Vet Carlos Valderrama describes castrating Pablo Escobar's hippo in the wild.

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At least 11 dead after attack on Russian army recruits training to fight in Ukraine

Two attackers opened fire on recruits who had volunteered to fight in Ukraine, local media report.

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Iran prison fire: Gunshots and sirens heard

A fire at Evin Prison in Iran has left at least eight people injured, according to Iranian state media.

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Leeds fire: Emergency crews tackle city centre blaze

A number of bars and restaurants are evacuated close to the city's Millennium Square.

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Evin prison fire: Gun shots and sirens heard at notorious detention centre

Videos show the large fire at Evin detention centre, known for holding political prisoners.

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Greece: Vehicles dragged into the sea as flash floods hit Crete

At least one person is killed as heavy rains hit the Greek island.

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Friday, 14 October 2022

Turkish mine explosion kills 22 and leaves dozens trapped

Emergency workers are desperately searching for those still trapped hundreds of metres below ground.

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Robbie Coltrane in pictures: 'Big guy, big heart, a massive talent'

Looking back at Scottish national treasure Robbie Coltrane whose career took him to the heights of Hollywood.

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Nigeria floods: Braving the rising waters in Kogi state

More than a million people are now homeless in the worst flooding the nation has seen in a decade.

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North Carolina: Suspect,15, in custody after Raleigh shooting spree

Five are dead and two are injured in a shooting spree that spanned over two miles on Thursday night.

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Iran protests: Fury over Iran police sex assault video

Footage appearing to show police assaulting a woman in broad daylight sparks anger on social media.

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Tom Watson and Arlene Foster nominated for peerages

Winston Churchill's grandson Sir Nicholas Soames is also included in the 26 new Lords entrants.

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Thursday, 13 October 2022

January 6 committee issues subpoena for Trump to testify

The vote to issue Trump with a subpoena legally requires him to testify under threat of penalty.

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Watch: Turkey MP smashes phone with hammer in parliament

Burak Erbay was protesting against a proposed government-backed bill aimed to combat 'disinformation'.

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Watch: Turkey MP smashes phone with hammer in parliament

Burak Erbay was protesting against a proposed government-backed bill aimed to combat 'disinformation'.

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Riba Stirling Prize: Cambridge University library wins top architecture award

Magdalene College Cambridge's "exquisitely detailed" new library wins the Riba Stirling Prize.

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Parkland school shooting: Families devastated as gunman spared death

The gunman will spend life in prison, but relatives and prosecutors had sought the death penalty.

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Jamaica bans music and TV glorifying crime

Jamaica's broadcasting commission is banning content that encourages "illegal activity".

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Wednesday, 12 October 2022

General Sergei Surovikin: Who is Putin's hard-line new commander in Ukraine?

General Sergei Surovikin forged a brutal reputation in Syria, and is nicknamed General Armageddon.

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Liz Truss under pressure from senior Tory MPs to rethink tax cuts

The warnings came ahead of a bruising appearance for Liz Truss at a meeting of Tory backbenchers.

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Ashley Williams faces conduct charge at son's match

However the ex-Wales captain claims he was assaulted at an under-12s game.

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Alex Jones told to pay $965m damages to Sandy Hook victims' families

The conspiracy theorist is ordered to pay damages after branding the Sandy Hook school shooting a hoax.

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Oxford Street US-themed candy stores raided for fake goods

Dangerous vapes, counterfeit designer watches and unlabelled electricals were confiscated.

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Ukraine war round-up: Inside Putin's head and Crimea bridge arrests

Russia continues its shelling of Ukraine as it arrests eight people over the Crimean bridge attack.

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Black people more likely to develop dementia, large study finds

A mix of factors are at play and greater awareness is needed, the researchers say.

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Tuesday, 11 October 2022

Wildlife Photographer of the Year: Frenzied bee ball wins top prize

The extraordinary moment a manic scrum of male bees envelops a single female to try to mate with her.

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Iran protests: Alarm at crackdown by security forces in Kurdish city

Rights activists say security forces are firing indiscriminately at protesters and homes in Sanandaj.

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UK businessman charged with 'helping Russian oligarch evade sanctions'

Graham Bonham-Carter is accused of helping oligarch Oleg Deripaska to evade US-imposed sanctions.

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Angela Lansbury: A shining star of stage and screen

Award winning British actress whose long career included the role of Jessica Fletcher in Murder she Wrote

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Ukraine war round-up: Russian military exhausted and US tech giant Meta blacklisted

Speaking to the BBC, a UK spy chief says Russia is "desperate" but still capable of causing damage.

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Mark Zuckerberg reveals new Quest Pro VR headset

Facebook-owner Meta has revealed a new VR headset as part of its continued metaverse push.

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Monday, 10 October 2022

Haverfordwest: 240 skeletons found under Ocky White store

Remains of more than 240 people, half of which are children, found at medieval priory in west Wales.

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War in Ukraine: Russia's forces are exhausted, says GCHQ head

The intelligence agency's chief will also claim the UK is at a key moment with China in his speech.

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Ukraine war: US condemns 'brutal' Russian strikes on Ukraine

Russia is widely condemned after launching missile strikes across Ukraine, including on central Kyiv.

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War in Ukraine: Russia's forces are exhausted, says GCHQ head

The intelligence chief will also claim the UK is at a "sliding doors moment" with China in his speech.

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Post Office and Fujitsu to face inquiry over Horizon scandal

The public inquiry is taking further evidence as it investigates the wrongful convictions of postmasters.

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Ben Bernanke, former US Federal Reserve chief, wins Nobel Prize

Ben Bernanke, who led the Fed through the financial crisis, is one of a trio to scoop the award.

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Ukraine's day of missile strikes in a minute

Russia launches revenge attacks across several Ukrainian regions, including capital city Kyiv.

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Bishopsgate stabbings: Arrest over central London attack

The 25-year-old is detained in Islington in connection with the attack at Bishopsgate on Thursday.

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Sunday, 9 October 2022

Pacific Island Fiji aims for a high-tech future

The Pacific Island is attempting to gradually move away from traditional industries to IT services.

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Creeslough: Who were the 10 victims of petrol station explosion?

The 10 people who died in the disaster range in age from five to 59 and lived in or near Creeslough.

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Nigeria boat accident kills at least 76 fleeing floodwater

President Muhammadu Buhari ordered a review of safety measures in the country's water systems.

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Arsenal make most powerful statement so far in Liverpool win

Arsenal, showing new guile and steel, make their most powerful statement so far in a win over Liverpool that proves their character.

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Deadly landslides sweep away homes in Venezuela

At least 22 people have died and 52 are missing as torrential rain hits the Latin American country.

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Boxer David Pearce: Forgotten images of 'Newport's Rocky' revealed

After spending almost 40 years forgotten in a box, photos of "Newport's Rocky" go on display.

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Saturday, 8 October 2022

Ethiopia civil war: My patients are doomed to die in Tigray blockade

Ethiopia's conflict has led to those in hospital needlessly dying, a doctor in Tigray tells the BBC.

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Madchester: Woman surprises photographer who took 1991 shot

A Facebook post leads a music fan to surprise the man responsible for a much-loved Madchester photo.

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The Papers: Truss call for unity and 'bitter blow' for Putin

Many of Sunday's front pages lead on reports of infighting in No 10 and the explosion on a key bridge in Crimea.

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Pavement on their reunion: 'We're like an uncaged tiger'

The ultimate underground band of the 1990s are back, with a viral TikTok hit and "emotional" tour.

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New photo of Queen's fell pony Emma released after funeral attendance

She was one of the Queen's favourite ponies and appeared at the monarch's funeral.

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Protests in Iran: Three shot dead by security forces

Security forces are cracking down on the nationwide demonstrations as they enter a fourth week

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Friday, 7 October 2022

Why Russia but not China faces human rights action

The UN has examined allegations of repression and human rights violations in both countries.

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Will the Biden administration overhaul US cannabis policy?

Marijuana stocks are ablaze after the president called for a rethink of US policy on the drug.

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Eurovision in Liverpool will come at a significant cost

Now we know Liverpool will host Eurovision in 2023, questions are likely to move to funding the event.

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Gambia cough syrup scandal: Mothers demand justice

Sixty-six Gambian children are thought to have died because they were given unsafe medicine.

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England 50-0 Fiji: Dominic Young stars on debut in Rugby League World Cup warm-up

Dominic Young stars on debut as England thrash Fiji 50-0 in their final warm-up game before hosting the Rugby League World Cup.

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New York City declares state of emergency over migrant 'crisis situation'

Mayor Eric Adams said the city is on track to spend $1bn this fiscal year to care for asylum seekers.

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Why Russia but not China faces human rights action

The UN has examined allegations of repression and human rights violations in both countries.

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Thursday, 6 October 2022

Hunter Biden could be charged with tax crimes

Federal agents investigating the US president's son believe they have evidence of tax crimes.

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Biden to pardon federal marijuana convictions

The move brings Mr Biden closer to his campaign pledge to nationally decriminalise recreational cannabis.

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Two Russians sail to Alaska seeking asylum in US

Hundreds of thousands of men have fled Russia so they will not be conscripted to fight in Ukraine.

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Ukraine war round-up: Strikes kill seven and Russians flee to Alaska

At least seven dead after rocket strikes in Zaporizhzhia and two Russians sail to the US.

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EU leaders asked to agree on capping gas prices

At a summit in Prague on Friday, 27 leaders will consider how to protect consumers from soaring bills.

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EU leaders asked to agree on capping gas prices

At a summit in Prague on Friday, 27 leaders will consider how to protect consumers from soaring bills.

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Omonia Nicosia 2-3 Manchester United: Marcus Rashford inspires Europa League win after scare in Cyprus

Marcus Rashford scores twice and assists another as Manchester United come from behind to beat Omonia Nicosia on Thursday.

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Wednesday, 5 October 2022

Sandy Hook dad: Trolls said I killed and dismembered my son

A father testifies how he suffered due to conspiracy theories about the massacre spread by Alex Jones.

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Chelsea 3-0 AC Milan: Blues produce emphatic and deserved win over Serie A giants

Chelsea get their first win of this season's Champions League with an emphatic and fully deserved victory over AC Milan.

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Ukraine war: Russia-West clash warning and World Cup bid - round-up

US aid for Ukraine may lead to a military clash between Russia and the West and Ukraine offers to host major football.

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England Netball: Roses victorious in series opener against Uganda

England beat Uganda 60-51 in the first of their three-match series as the Roses get their preparations for the 2023 World Cup in Cape Town underway.

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Putin vows to 'stabilise' annexed regions as Ukraine makes gains

Ukraine continues to take back territory from Russia but Moscow says it will regain it.

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RB Leipzig 3-1 Celtic: Scottish champions' hopes dented in Germany

Celtic's hopes of progressing in the Champions League were dented after RB Leipzig eventually triumphed in a frantic and entertaining contest.

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Tuesday, 4 October 2022

Liz Truss's speech: PM to say disruption will be worth it for growth

Liz Truss will use her first conference speech as prime minister to explain her economic policies.

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Somalia drought: The fight for survival as famine looms

Children are dying in growing numbers amid the worst drought to hit Somalia in 40 years.

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Woman handcuffed in police car hit by train... and survives

This is the moment a train collided with a police car in Colorado - with a woman in the back seat.

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Dutch town Bodegraven-Reeuwijk loses Twitter paedophilia rumour case

A conspiracy theory falsely claimed that Bodegraven near The Hague was once home to a satanic ring.

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Liz Truss facing pressure to ensure benefits rise in line with inflation

But Liz Truss says a decision hasn't been made, as the issue dominates the Tory party conference.

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Men's Shed group unite to rebuild after arson attack

A men's community group are rebuilding their shed, after it was destroyed by arson.

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Ukraine round-up: Inside liberated Lyman and Ukraine makes further ground against Russia

A report from a liberated town, territorial gains for Ukraine, and a beauty queen fined over a song.

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Ione Wells goes behind the scenes at the Tory conference ahead of Liz Truss's speech

BBC political correspondent Ione Wells speaks to members behind the scenes at the Conservative party conference.

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Monday, 3 October 2022

Danish Royal Family: Queen 'sorry' after stripping grandchildren's titles

But she did not reverse the decision to remove titles from four of her grandchildren.

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Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng to set out debt plan earlier than planned

The chancellor has been under pressure to say how he will pay for major tax cuts package.

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Chancellor attempts to put tax U-turn behind him

The chancellor says he wants to focus on delivering growth, after admitting it's been a "tough day".

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Danish Royal Family: Queen 'sorry' after stripping grandchildren's titles

But she did not reverse the decision to remove titles from four of her grandchildren.

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Leicester 4-0 Nottingham Forest: James Maddison scores twice as Foxes win first game of season

Leicester thrash Nottingham Forest to secure their first Premier League win of the season and move off the bottom of the table.

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'Systemic' abuse in top-level US women's football

Abuse and misconduct "had become systemic" in the United States' top-flight National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), an independent investigation finds.

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US women's soccer 'plagued by systemic abuse'

Abuse and misconduct "had become systemic" in the United States' top-flight National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), an independent investigation finds.

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Will Smith film Emancipation to release this year

The slave drama will be released in December, making it eligible for next year's Oscars.

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Sunday, 2 October 2022

Iran protests: Reports of students trapped amid clashes in Tehran

Reports say a large number of student protesters at Sharif university have been trapped on the campus.

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Tory conference: We must stay the course, insists Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng

Kwasi Kwarteng will defend his tax cuts during his Conservative Party conference speech.

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Erling Haaland is Cristiano Ronaldo, Zlatan Ibrahimovic & more superstars in one

Erling Haaland is Cristiano Ronaldo, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and other elite strikers in one player, as the game reacts to another hat-trick for the Manchester City forward.

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Burkina Faso's military leader agrees to step down after coup

Lt Col Paul-Henri Damiba steps down after his successor allegedly pledges to restore civilian rule.

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NFL and NFLPA say changes to concussion protocol needed after Tua Tagovailoa incident

The NFL and its players' association say changes are needed to concussion protocol after reports the doctor who cleared Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been fired.

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Tory conference: Labour favourites to win power at next election, says John Curtice

Liz Truss is now as unpopular with voters as Boris Johnson when he was ousted, says veteran pollster.

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Saturday, 1 October 2022

Singapore Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes team fined £22,000 over nose stud

Lewis Hamilton dismisses ongoing controversy about his wearing a nose stud in his F1 car as "all a bit silly", as the issue blows up again at the Singapore Grand Prix.

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Equatorial Guinea seeks to block sale of confiscated Paris mansion

The luxury mansion was seized after Equatorial Guinea's vice-president was convicted of embezzling money.

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Burkina Faso coup: Gunshots in capital and roads blocked

The army captain who announced Friday's takeover says the ousted leader is planning a counter-attack.

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King Charles will not attend COP27, says Palace

The monarch and prime minister agreed the King would not attend after he sought government advice.

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King Charles will not attend COP27, says Palace

The monarch and prime minister agreed the King would not attend after he sought government advice.

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