Sunday, 31 December 2023

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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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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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

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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Paula Abdul sues Nigel Lythgoe over alleged sexual assault

The American singer alleges multiple instances of assault while the pair worked together.

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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

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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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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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

Tony Chung: Student activist flees Hong Kong to seek asylum in UK

Tony Chung told the BBC he felt he had no control over his life, with police scrutinising his every move.

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Russia reopens embassy in Burkina Faso

The move is the latest sign that the former French colony is pivoting towards Russia.

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Sheffield murder inquiry: Man killed as car hit crowd was 'Good Samaritan'

Police say Christian Marriott came to an unconscious woman's aid after the crash in Sheffield.

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Wednesday, 27 December 2023

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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Russian celebs at 'almost naked' party stung by backlash

Some of Russia's best-known celebrities apologise as criticism of their behaviour spreads on social media.

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Tuesday, 26 December 2023

Search resumes for Alaska woman swept under river ice

A weekend search found no trace of the woman, who entered the Eagle River near Anchorage in Alaska.

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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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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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Alexei Navalny: Russian opposition leader found, says team

Mr Navalny's team had no contact with him for weeks and he failed to appear at several court hearings.

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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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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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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

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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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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Thursday, 21 December 2023

DR Congo elections: 'I have not voted and I slept here'

Some of eligible voters in DR Congo have struggled to cast their ballots in the presidential elections.

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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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Alex Saab: US releases ally of Venezuelan President Maduro

Alex Saab, accused of laundering money for the Maduro government, is freed in a prisoner swap.

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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

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

Apple halts some Watch sales in the US

The move comes after the US found it violated patent rights of a smaller firm.

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Woman kidnapped by Hamas says she was 'shown off like a trophy'

Yarden Roman-Gat was abducted from Kibbutz Be'eri and brought to Gaza during Hamas's 7 October attack.

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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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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

Israel Gaza: Hostages were carrying white cloth when shot, IDF says

Three hostages were mistakenly killed in Gaza on Friday by Israeli troops in an area of intense fighting.

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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

Scott Benton: Lobbying sting MP plans to appeal against suspension

Scott Benton says an inquiry which found he breached standards rules was not fair or transparent.

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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

Cats purrfectly happy to play fetch, research finds

Scientists find many cats instinctively want to play throwing and retrieving games, just like dogs.

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Ukraine war: Shell shortages force us to limit firing, Ukrainian troops tell BBC

The BBC visits a front line where ammunition is low and hears troops' fears of wavering Western support.

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Christmas: Baubles stolen from 'Ireland's tallest tree'

People have also been seen climbing the Christmas tree and a giant bauble, the council says.

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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

British Museum deputy director to leave after thefts inquiry

Dr Jonathan Williams had agreed to step back from his duties until the conclusion of an external review.

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US House to vote on formalising Biden impeachment inquiry

The Republican-led House is moving forward with a vote to formalise an inquiry into the US president.

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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

Man guilty of missing ex-partner's 2012 murder

Mum-of-four Claire Holland has not been seen since leaving a city centre pub in 2012.

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Alicia Keys' surprise performance for London commuters

Watch the US artist sing and play on a public piano inside St Pancras International station.

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Sunday, 10 December 2023

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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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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Sudan war: Two people killed in attack on aid convoy in Sudan, says Red Cross

Seven others including three charity staff were injured in what the Red Cross has called a "deliberate attack".

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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

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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DR Congo President Tshisekedi compares Rwanda counterpart Kagame to Hitler

Félix Tshisekedi accuses his counterpart in neighbouring Rwanda of wanting to expand.

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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

Shane MacGowan: Tribute to 'trailblazer' at Tipperary funeral

The late Pogues singer is hailed as a poet as family, fans and famous friends mourn him in Tipperary.

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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

Gaza's food queues get longer and the hungry jump fences

As Gaza's food queues get longer, the UN says it cannot run a dependable humanitarian operation anymore.

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Watch: Prince William shocks mum on charity walk

The Prince of Wales shocks Emma Webb by turning up on day 13 of her charity walk to London.

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Covid inquiry: Five takeaways from Boris Johnson's evidence

The former PM is the most high-profile witness so far to testify at the inquiry into the pandemic.

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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

BBC reporter in Gaza: People here are traumatised and exhausted

People say life in Khan Younis is "indescribable" as Israel's bombardment of the south intensifies.

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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

What is the government’s new migration policy?

The government has announced changes to some of its rules on legal migration to the UK.

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Sunday, 3 December 2023

Israeli forces reported to be pushing into southern Gaza

The head of Israel's military says the IDF is fighting "strongly and thoroughly" in south Gaza.

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Israeli forces reported to be pushing into southern Gaza

The head of Israel's military says the IDF is fighting "strongly and thoroughly" in south Gaza.

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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

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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Israel-Gaza war: Residents of Khan Younis say Israeli strikes heaviest since start of war

Civilians in parts of north and south Gaza have been told to evacuate as Israel's renewed bombardment continues.

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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

Rise in English bathing sites rated unfit to swim

Fewer swimming spots are rated "excellent" and more rated "poor" by the environment watchdog.

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'Ghana Must Go' bags: Ethiopian Airlines bans the well-known luggage

Ethiopian Airlines says the luggage, known by various names across Africa, can damage equipment.

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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

Yoga sect leader Gregorian Bivolaru and followers arrested in France

Police raided the group, which is being investigated for rape, kidnapping, abuse and trafficking.

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Pakistan: Woman killed after being seen with man in viral photo

Tribal elders allegedly ordered the killing after the woman appeared in a photo that was doctored.

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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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Ancient Ukraine treasures returned after court battle

Golden helmets and precious gems are sent to Kyiv after a 10-year row with Russia over their ownership.

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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

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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Dozens kidnapped by motorcycle 'bandits' in north Nigeria

At least 100 are abducted over an unpaid "tax" the gunmen had imposed on villagers, residents say.

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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

Aircraft pulled through streets of Southampton

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

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Italy rallies to condemn violence against women draw huge crowds

Crowds gathered in major cities after a the killing of a student sent shockwaves across the country.

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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

Justice minister defends police's response to street "thuggery" that flared after school knife attack.

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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

Davis Cup Finals 2023: Great Britain trail Serbia after Jack Draper loses to Miomir Kecmanovic

Cameron Norrie needs a shock win over Novak Djokovic to keep alive Great Britain's hopes of beating Serbia and reaching the Davis Cup semi-finals.

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Suella Braverman: Migration pressure is unsustainable

Ex-home secretary says government must "act now", after last year's net migration was estimated at 745,000.

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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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Russia sending migrants to our border, Estonia says

Finland already says it is sealing much of its Russian border after migrants were encouraged to cross.

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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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Monday, 20 November 2023

Queen Camilla praises women journalists in war zones

The Queen urges journalists to report on sexual violence in conflict zones.

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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

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

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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Russian Carlsberg staff arrested after business seized

Two senior managers of Carlsberg's Russian subsidiary were arrested on Wednesday over allegations of fraud.

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Man guilty of assault in Paul Pelosi hammer attack

The man who attacked Nancy Pelosi's husband with a hammer is found guilty of assault and attempted kidnapping.

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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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Tapfumaneyi Masaya: Abducted Zimbabwe opposition activist found dead

The targeting of Tapfumaneyi Masaya is part of a series of kidnappings of activists.

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Leeds city centre buildings evacuated over crane safety fears

People are warned by police to avoid part of Leeds city centre due to the "industrial incident".

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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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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

Film: Super Gran hopes to get Peter Rabbit and Paddington-style reboot

The 1980s children's TV series could be set for a reboot after Welsh scriptwriter wins top accolade.

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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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Five US troops die in training air crash in eastern Mediterranean

The service members died in a helicopter crash in a region where the US has boosted operations.

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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

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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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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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

King Charles is Big Issue cover star with food project

The King will mark his 75th birthday with plans to help those without food and to reduce wasted food.

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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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Belgium detains two far-right terror suspects

Allegations against the pair include "recruiting people with the aim of committing terrorist crimes".

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Echidnas, snails and scary plants... species named after Sir David Attenborough

A dragonfly, carnivorous plant and plesiosaur are among some of the species bearing Sir David's name.

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Thursday, 9 November 2023

Police frontman Sting receives freedom of North Tyneside

The Police frontman says everything he has achieved in life "was dreamt up" on North Tyneside.

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Wednesday, 8 November 2023

Hamburg: Children detained over threats at two schools

Four children aged 12 to 14 are picked up by police in Germany along with two apparent toy guns.

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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

Hamas leader refuses to acknowledge killing of civilians in Israel

Deputy political leader Moussa Abu Marzouk says Hamas will release hostages only if Israel stops fighting.

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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

Israel-Gaza: The devastating effects of war on Gaza's children

The BBC's Fergal Keane reports on the children suffering in Gaza, and the impact the war is having on them.

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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

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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Musk says his new AI chatbot has 'a little humour'

The AI tool, designed to have a cheeky tone to its writing, is not yet widely available.

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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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Israel-Gaza war: Ceasefire would allow Hamas to regroup, says Blinken

The US Secretary of State says such a step would allow Hamas to carry out further attacks.

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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

Storm Ciarán: Car washed into sea and roofs blown off

Homes were damaged, cars were submerged and huge waves battered the coast.

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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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US President Joe Biden calls for 'pause' in Israel-Gaza conflict

He was responding to a heckler's demand for a ceasefire in a war which has claimed thousands of lives.

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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

'I simply don’t want to die at 24' - Gaza woman trapped at Rafah crossing

Tala Abu Nahleh and her family recount their harrowing experience as they desperately try to cross into Egypt.

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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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Why France's Emmanuel Macron is courting Central Asia

Uranium is of interest to Paris, unsure about its supply of the fuel after a coup in Niger in July.

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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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Covid inquiry: Key points from Dominic Cummings and Lee Cain evidence

Two former key advisers to Boris Johnson discuss how Downing Street worked during the pandemic.

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Monday, 30 October 2023

Police issue no-travel warning in Northern Ireland due to heavy rain

An amber warning for heavy rain is in place from Monday night to Tuesday morning in Armagh, Antrim and Down.

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Bristol grandma among Just Stop Oil M25 activists spared jail

A High Court judge finds 12 people to be in contempt of an injunction, after a protest on the M25.

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Sunday, 29 October 2023

Adam Johnson: Nottingham Panthers forward dies after neck cut in Challenge Cup match

Nottingham Panthers' Adam Johnson dies after suffering a cut to his neck from a skate in a Challenge Cup match against the Sheffield Steelers.

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Inside Al-Quds Hospital after nearby 'rocket attack', says Red Crescent

Footage shows the inside of a hospital in Gaza after what the Palestinian Red Crescent says was a nearby rocket attack.

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Marseille-Lyon game postponed after Lyon team coach attacked on way to match

Marseille's Ligue 1 home match with Lyon is postponed after Lyon boss Fabio Grosso is injured when the team coach is attacked on the way to the ground.

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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

Israel recalls diplomats from Turkey in Gaza row

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused Israel of behaving like a "war criminal" in its bombing of Gaza.

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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 says he has "no regrets" after ending his bid to be the Republican nominee.

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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

Internet out in Gaza as Israel expands operations

The Palestinian Red Crescent says people cannot call the emergency 101 number due to the outage.

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Internet out in Gaza as Israel expands operations

The Palestinian Red Crescent says people cannot call the emergency 101 number due to the outage.

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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

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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Gaza's hospitals treating emergency cases only as fuel runs low

Hospitals warn that life-saving equipment will soon stop working without fuel for their generators.

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Outrage as traditional Cotswold stone wall replaced with fence

Villagers are disappointed after part of a damaged stone wall was replaced with a wooden fence.

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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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Monday, 23 October 2023

BBC correspondents answer your questions on the conflict between Israel and Hamas

Our correspondents answer your questions on the conflict between Israel and Hamas.

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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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'Hamas said they wouldn’t shoot, then murdered my daughter’

A daughter killed and father abducted - and Hamas filmed the family's ordeal on Facebook live.

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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

United States Grand Prix: Max Verstappen wins ahead of charging Lewis Hamilton

Max Verstappen climbs up from sixth on the grid to win the US Grand Prix after a close battle with Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton.

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Welsh ambulance service declares extraordinary incident

The Welsh Ambulance Service declares an extraordinary incident due to delays handing over patients.

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Matt Dawson: 'England must build new era' after SA defeat

England have a platform to try and force their way back into the game's elite, but they must not squander the progress made in France says Matt Dawson.

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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

Bristol history project ends in chocolate smashing event

Bristol's Edible Histories included the creation of a giant chocolate Concorde and a gorilla.

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Friday, 20 October 2023

Argentina 6-44 New Zealand: All Blacks cruise into record fifth final

Will Jordan scores an impressive hat-trick as seven-try New Zealand crush Argentina at Stade de France to reach a record fifth Rugby World Cup final.

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Moody's drops negative outlook on UK credit rating

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

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Specialist doctors in England to hold pay talks with government

The BMA will ask some doctors if they want to strike over pay if no progress is made by 6 November.

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Thursday, 19 October 2023

United States Grand Prix: FIA quadruple maximum F1 driver fine to 1m euros

Leading Formula 1 drivers express shock at a decision to raise the possible fine that can be imposed on competitors to 1m euros (£871,000).

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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

Spain: More than 400 animals rescued from illegal trading network

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

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

Brussels shooting: Suspect at large after two killed in Belgian capital

The victims were shot close to the city centre on Monday evening and the gunman is at large, police say.

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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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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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Gaza doctor: We consume a month’s medical supplies a day

British Palestinian Surgeon, Prof Ghassan Abu-Sittah, describes the "overwhelming" numbers of wounded coming to Gaza’s Al-Shifa hospital.

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Saturday, 14 October 2023

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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Watch: Skies darken during annular solar eclipse

Stargazers witness a spectacular celestial event in parts of the US, Central and South America.

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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

Israel-Gaza conflict proves treacherous ground for US politicians

Turbulence caused by the fighting in the Middle East could upend the 2024 presidential race.

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France raises security level after school knife attack

France is put on its highest counter-terrorism alert, following the death of a teacher stabbed at a high school.

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Thursday, 12 October 2023

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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US $6bn deal with Iran under scrutiny in wake of Hamas attack on Israel

President Biden has faced pressure to hold the funds amid claims Tehran instigated the Hamas attack.

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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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New Zealand election: Disillusioned voters eye shift away from the left

Three years on from Jacinda Ardern's sweeping victory, polls indicate voters will desert Labour.

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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

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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Israel hostage crisis is every government's worst nightmare

Israel has to decide whether to attempt a rescue of those held in Gaza - or wait to strike a deal.

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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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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

Luton Airport access restricted after large car park fire

A spokesperson says access to London Luton Airport is restricted because of the blaze.

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Pumpkin weighing 2,749lb squashes world record

After watering his gourd 12 times a day since April, a teacher wins the world championships in California.

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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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'Where do we go?' - Nowhere safe in Gaza as Israeli strikes intensify

Rimal, Gaza City's wealthiest area, was a safe haven before a wave of Israeli strikes overnight.

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Holly Willoughby: What next for This Morning after presenter's exit?

The show could go on with new presenters, or ITV may take the opportunity to shake up the schedule.

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Monday, 9 October 2023

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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Supernova festival: How massacre unfolded from verified video and social media

The footage that shows joy turning to horror at an Israeli music festival in the desert.

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Supernova festival: How massacre unfolded from verified video and social media

The footage that shows joy turning to horror at an Israeli music festival in the desert.

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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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Sunday, 8 October 2023

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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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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‘I feel hopeless': Living in a country on the brink

Two years into an economic crisis and unable to hold their leaders to account, young Lao see no hope.

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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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Bavaria election results: Scholz coalition dealt a blow

Conservative and right-wing gains in Bavaria and Hesse will be felt across Germany.

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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

People hide in homes as Palestinian militants enter from Gaza

People in towns near the Gaza Strip are phoning news stations saying they are trapped in their homes.

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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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Amy Dowden makes Strictly Come Dancing return after cancer diagnosis

The dancer gave an update on her chemotherapy treatment, saying she is "doing really well".

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Friday, 6 October 2023

Talks after US fighter jet shoots down armed Turkish drone in Syria

Ankara vows to continue targeting Kurdish groups but the US calls for more coordination between the Nato allies.

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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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Retired US Army sergeant arrested for alleges attempts to spy for China

Joseph Schmidt allegedly searched for information on online spy forums and how spies are recruited.

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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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Thursday, 5 October 2023

New York City rat takes road trip to wedding

A Brooklyn resident accidentally took a special plus one to a wedding venue three hours away.

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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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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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Putin makes nuclear-powered Burevestnik missile test claim

The Russian leader says testing of a global-range missile was successful, but that is not confirmed.

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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

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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Voice referendum: Indigenous rights vote is a reckoning for Australia

A historic vote on whether to elevate First Nations voices is forcing Australia to examine its past.

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Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX crypto fraud trial opens in NY

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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Venice bus crash: The heroes who pulled survivors from burning wreck

The two men say they have not slept since the deadly crash which killed 21 people.

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Stuck deer charges into officer trying to free him

Things got too close for comfort when police received this call about an animal in distress.

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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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Police Scotland pays out £60,000 to officers over beard ban

The four officers received a settlement from Police Scotland after they were told to shave their facial hair.

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Tuesday, 3 October 2023

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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Donald Trump: Judge issues gag order on former president in NY fraud case

The ex-president attacked the judge's clerk in a social media post which was removed after the order.

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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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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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Venice bus crash: At least 20 dead as vehicle plunges from bridge in Mestre

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

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Venice bus crash: At least 20 dead as vehicle plunges from bridge in Mestre

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

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Monday, 2 October 2023

Courtroom tensions simmer as Trump trial kicks off

Despite Mr Trump's inflammatory comments, few tensions emerged as sentencing kicked off in New York.

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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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Haiti crisis: Can Kenyan police officers defeat the gangs?

The UN approves the offer to send 1,000 police officers but many question their suitability.

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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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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

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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Ten Cuban migrants hiding in truck die in Mexico accident

At least 17 others are injured after the vehicle flipped over on a motorway in Chiapas state.

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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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Bradley Lowery: Man charged over 'taunt' at Sheffield Wednesday match

Dale Houghton, 31, from Rotherham, will appear in court on Monday and faces a football banning order.

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Senegal's navy intercepts boats carrying 600 would-be migrants

They were attempting the dangerous crossing to the Canary Islands, a gateway to Europe.

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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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Nigeria increases wages as indefinite national strike looms

The rise is far short of the demands of trade unions angered by the sharp rise in cost of living.

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Saturday, 30 September 2023

It's bears versus robot wolves in ageing Japan

As bear attacks rise in Japan's sparsely populated villages, robot wolves have become a solution.

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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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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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Maldives election: Pro-China candidate Muizzu wins presidency

Mohamed Muizzu ran an "India out" campaign as the current leader favours good relations with Delhi.

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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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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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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

Prostate cancer trial: Radiotherapy doses can be cut safely

Doses for men could be reduced from the current 20 or so to around five, a trial suggests.

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Rotterdam shootings: Hospital was warned of 'psychotic' suspect

The woman had complained about her neighbour and prosecutors warned of the suspect's "psychotic behaviour".

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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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Man in his 60s held over Sycamore Gap tree felling

Police make a second arrest over the felling of the world-famous Hadrian's Wall tree.

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Thursday, 28 September 2023

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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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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Trump loses bid to delay New York civil fraud trial

Mr Trump and three of his adult children are among witnesses who are expected to be called in the case.

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Gunman kills three in twin Rotterdam shootings - Dutch police

A 14-year-old girl and her mother among victims after attacks in two locations in the Dutch city.

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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

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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'It's good to be home,' after 371 days in space

Astronaut Frank Rubio now holds the record for the longest continuous space flight in US history.

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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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Iraq wedding fire: How the blaze unfolded

Around 100 people have died and 100 others injured after a fire broke out during a wedding in Iraq.

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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

Amazon: US accuses online giant of illegal monopoly

The Federal Trade Commission alleges Amazon uses "unfair" and "illegal" strategies to keep power.

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Trump committed fraud in NY, judge finds

Donald Trump committed fraud by inflating his wealth to get cheap loans, US judge rules in civil lawsuit case.

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Nagorno-Karabakh: Almost 30,000 refugees have fled to Armenia

The exodus comes as the Armenian prime minister warns of ethnic cleansing in the region.

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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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Monday, 25 September 2023

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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Watch elderly man air rescued after cliff fall

Authorities responded to a hiker who had fallen from a cliff next the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.

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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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South China Sea: Philippines Coast Guard cuts barrier

The Philippines says it has executed a "special operation" to remove a floating barrier in the South China Sea.

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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

Canada-India row puts spotlight on Sikh activism in UK

Rumours swirl around the deaths of other Sikh activists, following Justin Trudeau's bombshell claim.

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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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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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TikTok frenzies 'putting police and schools under strain'

The warning comes after a BBC investigation into disruption driven by the social media platform's algorithms.

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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

Ukraine hits HQ of Russia's symbolic Black Sea navy

The attack comes as Ukraine's president made an unannounced visit to meet Canada's PM in Ottawa.

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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

Brazil's top court boosts indigenous rights in landmark ruling

The Supreme Court sets a precedent for land claims by restoring territory to the Xokleng people.

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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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Iran stops families marking anniversaries of protesters' deaths

Relatives say they are being forced to cancel anniversary memorials for those killed last year.

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Sophie Turner sues Joe Jonas for children's return to England

The British actress says her former partner is refusing to send their two daughters back to the UK.

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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

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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Armenia protests follow Nagorno-Karabakh ceasefire

Thousands of people take to the capital's streets, angry at how Armenia handled the crisis.

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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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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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Real Madrid 1-0 Union Berlin: Late Jude Bellingham winner beats Champions League debutants

Jude Bellingham scores an injury-time tap-in as Real Madrid leave it late to beat Champions League debutants Union Berlin.

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Tuesday, 19 September 2023

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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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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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

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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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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Ukraine sues EU neighbours over food imports ban

Kyiv says Slovakia, Poland and Hungary act illegally - but they say they need to protect their farmers.

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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

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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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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Kent woman called 999 from hospital over care concerns

Ava Stanley from Higham says she "thought she was going to die" when nurses ignored her heart monitor.

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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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Drew Barrymore apology: Star halts talk show until writers strike ends

She issued a tearful apology for continuing her talk show while her unionised writers were on strike.

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Eye-watering sized onion 'sets new world record' at Harrogate show

Show organisers in Harrogate believe Gareth Griffin's enormous onion is the world's largest.

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Saturday, 16 September 2023

Boys From the Blackstuff: James Graham and Barry Sloane on reviving landmark 1980s TV drama

Boys From the Blackstuff regularly appears on lists of the greatest TV shows ever. Now it's on stage.

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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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Turin: Girl, 5, killed after Italian military jet crash

Video footage appears to show he pilot ejecting from the plane as it starts to fall from the sky.

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The Papers: Russell Brand allegations and 'crisis-hit NHS'

Most of the Sunday's papers focus on allegations made against comedian and actor Russell Brand.

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Mahsa Amini: Protesters mark one year since death of Iranian student

Thousands of people around the world have taken to the streets to mark the anniversary of her death

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Greece floods: Austrian honeymooners killed after holiday home swept away

DNA tests on two bodies recovered from the floods have confirmed their identities, Austria says.

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Libya floods: A barren wasteland with a lingering 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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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

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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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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Brazil riots: First man tried for storming government buildings gets 17 years

Aecio Pereira is the first to be convicted over the storming of government buildings in January.

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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

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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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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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

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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Libya floods: Derna city looks like a tsunami hit it - minister

Hundreds are dead and thousands are missing after much of Derna became submerged in floodwater.

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Kim Jong Un receives red carpet welcome into Russia

The North Korean leader is expected to meet President Vladimir Putin in Russia.

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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

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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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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Russia targeted civilian cargo ship with cruise missile - UK

UK officials say Moscow fired at the ship in Odesa port, with the attack stopped by air defences.

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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

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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Rugby World Cup 2023: Wales 32-26 Fiji - Warren Gatland's side survive late fightback

Wales survive a dramatic late Fiji fightback to edge a captivating World Cup opener in Bordeaux.

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Spanish FA president Rubiales to resign over kiss

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

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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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Hansi Flick sacked by Germany as Euro 2024 hosts lose patience

Hansi Flick is dismissed as manager of Euro 2024 hosts Germany following a poor run of results.

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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

Johannesburg fire: Inside a 'hijacked' South African building

A resident describes her life inside one of South Africa's 'hijacked' buildings.

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Ruby Franke and 8 passengers: The rise and fall of a parenting influencer

A woman who shot to fame giving parenting advice has been charged with six counts of child abuse

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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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Morocco earthquake death toll rises to over 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

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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Gabon coup: New PM tells BBC country should hold elections within two years

Raymond Ndong Sima, newly installed after a military coup, says it will take time to transition.

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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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Princess Diana's iconic black sheep sweater up for auction

Misplaced for decades, the garment was rediscovered in an attic earlier this year.

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Maddy Lawrence inquest: Student's death 'contributed to by neglect'

A coroner says Maddy Lawrence, 20, died after a "gross failure" by hospital staff.

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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

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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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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Vincent Van Quickenborne: Belgian justice minister apologises for 'Pipigate' scandal

Vincent Van Quickenborne has received criticism after guests at his birthday urinated on a police van.

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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

Slums hidden as India puts on its best face for G20

Delhi is pulling out all the stops to dazzle world leaders as they prepare to gather this weekend.

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Danelo Cavalcante: Security lapse let killer 'crab walk' out of US prison

Danel Cavalcante used the same escape route taken by another inmate who fled earlier this year.

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Rolling Stones on the red carpet after new album launch

The band confirms the release of Hackney Diamonds, their first album of original material since 2005.

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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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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

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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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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Mitch McConnell: Doctor says no evidence of stroke or seizures in freezing spell

The 81-year-old Republican has frozen twice in as many months, prompting concerns about his health.

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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

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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New tech boosts Dutch drive for sustainable farming

In the Netherlands, experiments are underway to ensure future food supply and cut carbon emissions.

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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

Minnesota jail in lockdown as 100 inmates refuse to return to cells

Prisoners are reportedly protesting conditions at the facility amid hot conditions.

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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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Ukraine's defence minister Oleksii Reznikov dismissed

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Oleksii Reznikov, saying "new approaches" were needed.

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Ukraine's defence minister Oleksii Reznikov dismissed

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Oleksii Reznikov, saying "new approaches" were needed.

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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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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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Saturday, 2 September 2023

Why Henry Ford imported a Cotswold cottage to Michigan

In 1930 the billionaire picked a limestone home in Chedworth as his souvenir of England.

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The Papers: Asbestos fears and MoD 'hit by hackers'

A mix of different leads make up the front of Sunday's papers.

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Spectacular meteor streaks across night sky in Turkey

Green shafts of light from a meteor were caught on camera as it passed over the city of Erzurum.

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Spectacular meteor streaks across night sky in Turkey

Green shafts of light from a meteor were caught on camera as it passed over the city of Erzurum.

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

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

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Torrential rain turns Burning Man festival into mud bath

People at the event in the US state of Nevada have been told to conserve their food and water.

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Friday, 1 September 2023

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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Mohamed Al Fayed: Former Harrods owner dies at 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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Bodycam video shows Ohio police fatally shooting pregnant black woman

Ta'Kiya Young, 21, appears to advance the car towards an Ohio officer before a single shot is fired.

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Bodycam video shows Ohio police fatally shooting pregnant black woman

Ta'Kiya Young, 21, appears to advance the car towards an Ohio officer before a single shot is fired.

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Woman sets record for world's longest mullet

Tami Manis' hair is 172.72cm (5ft 8in) long. She says she has to braid it to keep it safe.

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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

Whale hunting resumes in Iceland under strict rules

Minister says Icelanders' values have changed, but allows whaling to resume with restrictions.

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Clarence Thomas: US Supreme Court judge acknowledges paid-for trips

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has been at the centre of a row over paid-for trips and gifts.

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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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Javad Rouhi: Iranian protester dies in jail after avoiding death sentence

Javad Rouhi's death sentence was overturned, but he died in jail while his case was being reviewed.

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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

Meloni's partner Andrea Giambruno criticised for Italy rape remarks

Italian TV host Andrea Giambruno denies claims of victim blaming after a series of rape attacks.

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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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Rubiales' mother taken to hospital after hunger strike

The mother of Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales is hospitalised after going on hunger strike in protest at the treatment of her son, a local priest says.

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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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Ukraine war: Hundreds bid farewell to fighter ace Juice

Hundreds attend a wake for Andrii Pilshchykov, one of Ukraine's most celebrated fighter pilots.

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Fulham 1-1 (5-3 on pens) Tottenham Hotspur: Richarlison scores but hosts win shootout

Richarlison scores but cannot prevent Tottenham going out of the EFL Cup as Fulham win a penalty shootout to progress to round three.

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Erling Haaland: Manchester City forward wins PFA Player of the Year award

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland wins the PFA Player of the Year award, while Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka is named Young Player of the Year.

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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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Monday, 28 August 2023

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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India Club in London: Iconic restaurant to shut after 70 years

The India Club in London, which was set up in the 1950s, is set to close in September.

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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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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

The mobile game funding a revolution in Myanmar

Resistance to the military has come in many forms, including the development of an app-based game.

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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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France to ban female students from wearing abayas in state schools

The education minister says female Muslim students will not be allowed to wear the loose-fitting robe.

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Aston Villa team bus hit by brick after win at Burnley

Aston Villa's team bus is attacked following the game at Burnley, causing significant damage but no injuries.

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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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Mancini named new Saudi Arabia football coach

Roberto Mancini is named the new manager of Saudi Arabia two weeks after he resigned as Italy head coach.

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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

Ukraine war: Fighter ace and two other pilots killed in mid-air crash

Andrii Pilshchykov won fame taking part in dogfights over Kyiv during the early phase of Russia's invasion.

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Spain head coach Jorge Vilda criticises 'inappropriate' Luis Rubiales kiss

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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Bob Barker, who hosted The Price Is Right for 35 years, dies aged 99

Barker was the face of The Price Is Right, the longest-running game show in the US, for 35 years.

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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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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

Niger junta gives French envoy 48 hours to leave

France says the coup leaders have no authority to order such an expulsion, as ties deteriorate rapidly.

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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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Kleenex is pulling out of Canada due to 'unique complexities'

Kimberly-Clark is pulling its consumer facial tissues from Canada, citing “unique complexities".

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Maui wildfires: Officials release list of 388 people still missing

Authorities want any survivors on the list to come forward in order to narrow down the search.

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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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Kleenex is pulling out of Canada due to 'unique complexities'

Kimberly-Clark is pulling its consumer facial tissues from Canada, citing “unique complexities".

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Thursday, 24 August 2023

US government sues Elon Musk's SpaceX over hiring policy

The US Department of Justice says rocket firm discriminated against refugees and asylum seekers.

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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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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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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

Alpine guide finds body missing on Austrian glacier since 2001

The body was found on one of Austria's fastest melting glaciers in the province of Tyrol.

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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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Russia: Video shows plane crash in Kuzhenkino

Online footage appears to show a plane falling from the sky, the BBC has been able to verify the location.

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Russia: Video shows plane crash in Kuzhenkino

Online footage appears to show a plane falling from the sky, the BBC has been able to verify the location.

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Louis Theroux: Anxious TV bosses should stop playing it safe

The star says broadcasters like the BBC are avoiding difficult subjects for fear of causing offence.

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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

Pakistan cable car: how the rescue unfolded

Military helicopters and commandos worked to free eight people, including six children, hanging over a ravine.

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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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Pakistan cable car: Relieve as all passengers brought to safety

In a slow and dangerous operation, eight people are rescued by helicopter and zip line.

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Owen Farrell red card: England captain to miss first two World Cup pool games as ban reinstated

Owen Farrell will miss the first two pool games at the World Cup as World Rugby successfully appeals against the decision to overturn his red card.

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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

Women's World Cup: Spain's jubilant champions arrive in Madrid

The Spanish football team celebrate their win as they land in Madrid airport.

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X removes Holocaust denying post after Auschwitz Museum criticism

The Auschwitz Museum reported the post but was initially told by X it did not break safety rules.

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X removes Holocaust denying post after Auschwitz Museum criticism

The Auschwitz Museum reported the post but was initially told by X it did not break safety rules.

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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

Ecuador chooses president amid spike in violence

The campaign was overshadowed by a wave of shootings, including the assassination of a candidate.

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Ecuador chooses president amid spike in violence

The campaign was overshadowed by a wave of shootings, including the assassination of a candidate.

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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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Miyu Pranoto: Dance prodigy, 9, blazes trail for girls

Miyu is shattering conventions as she breakdances her way to fame.

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The Papers: 'Lioness we can' and 'Investigate hospital bosses'

England's World Cup final clash with Spain and fallout from Lucy Letby's baby murders lead the papers.

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