Pope Francis urges Hungarians to 'open doors' to migrants

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

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Bulgari store in Paris robbed in broad daylight

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

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Suspected Islamic State chief Qurayshi killed in Syria, Turkey says

Abu Hussein al-Qurayshi was killed by Turkish forces on Saturday, Turkey's President Erdogan says.

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Bulgari store in Paris robbed in broad daylight

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

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Sudan crisis: Chaos at port as thousands rush to leave

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

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Sudan crisis: Chaos at port as thousands rush to leave

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

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

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

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Walrus Freya killed by Norway gets Oslo sculpture

The animal was a popular attraction, but euthanised in August out of public safety concerns.

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Orkney ferry runs aground after smoke in engine room

A lifeboat has been sent and everyone on board is safe, says the ferry company.

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Thailand: Southeast Asia's 'weed wonderland'

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

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Guardian apologises over cartoon of BBC chairman Richard Sharp

An image depicting Richard Sharp has been criticised by Jewish groups and removed from the paper's website.

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Sudan crisis: The football coach forced to flee Khartoum

Florent Ibenge, in charge of the country's leading club, hopes to be reunited with his players soon.

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King Charles coronation: Does Scotland want its kilted king?

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

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

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

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

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

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Sudan fighting: No talks until bombing stops, Hemedti tells BBC

The RSF paramilitary leader says "We don't want to destroy Sudan" and denies blame for violence.

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Late Turner winner keeps Man Utd title dream alive

Manchester United move six points clear at the top of the Women's Super League after Millie Turner's stoppage time header secured victory at Aston Villa.

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Father challenges BP at meeting after son's death

Ali Hussein Julood's father told the BBC his son's life was sacrificed for record profits.

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Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell pranked by Russians

Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell is the latest personality to be pranked by comedians.

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Hugh Grant accuses Sun publisher of 'deliberate false denials'

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

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Jasmine Hartin: Socialite pleads guilty over death of police officer

The former "daughter-in-law" of billionaire Lord Michel Ashcroft pleaded guilty to manslaughter.

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Midwives in England accept NHS pay offer

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

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Nazi camp guard Josef Schütz dies at 102

Josef Schütz was convicted last June for his role in the killing of thousands at a concentration camp.

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DIY pot hole sign warns drivers to adjust bra

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

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Kenya starvation cult explained in 60 seconds

Kenya has been gripped by the story of cult death as detectives continue to dig up mass graves.

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Older Americans weigh in on President Joe Biden's age

The US president is running for re-election in 2024, do people think his age is a problem?

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

British American Tobacco says it regrets violating sanctions by selling to Pyongyang from 2007 and 2017.

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Don Lemon, CNN anchor, fired after 17 years on the network

"I am stunned," Don Lemon writes as he leaves the US cable news network after 17 years.

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Forced adoptions: Welsh government to apologise

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

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New Sudan ceasefire announced but doubts remain

The US announces a new 72-hour ceasefire - but similar moves have previously come to nothing.

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Sudan: UK sends military team as it weighs evacuation options

The government is looking at several options to rescue UK citizens but is under pressure to get them out faster.

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Ministers in legal move to cut nurse strike short

Health secretary asks judges to rule whether union has mandate for the last day of its next walkout.

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Bomb survivor stays true to FA Cup promise

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

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West Bank: Brother of Palestinian killed in Hawara seeks answers

The family of a man killed amid a rampage by Israeli settlers fear no-one will be held to account.

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Maleficent: Dragon catches fire during Disneyland show in LA

Maleficent the fire-breathing dragon dramatically went up in flames during Saturday's live show.

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Maleficent: Dragon catches fire during Disneyland show in LA

Maleficent the fire-breathing dragon dramatically went up in flames during Saturday's live show.

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

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

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Sudan fighting: Khartoum violence mapped as civilians flee city

The BBC has verified videos of fighting and spoken to fleeing residents to map the violence in Sudan's capital.

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Ukraine war: Russian artists back Putin or face censorship

Russian musicians and artists face a choice: support Putin and the war, or lose the spotlight.

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Kenya cult deaths: 21 bodies found in investigation into 'starvation cult'

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

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Wrexham: From scepticism of Hollywood owners to promotion glory

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

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Manchester City 3-0 Sheffield United: Pep Guardiola's side's bid for Treble is 'definitely on'

Manchester City take another step towards the Treble after beating Sheffield United in the FA Cup semi-final.

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Extinction Rebellion: Climate activists stage Earth Day demonstration

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

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

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

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

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

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Russian army launches campaign encouraging men to join

The campaign comes as Russian armed forces apparently suffer heavy losses in Ukraine.

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CBI suspends key activities after rape and sex assault allegations

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

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China: Dalai Lama furore reignites Tibet 'slave' controversy

Amid criticism over the Buddhist leader's kissing video, posts on Tibet's disputed history have gone viral.

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Former Cambridgeshire police officer guilty of raping girl

Detectives praise the victim for reporting the abuse which happened more than 30 years ago.

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Villa Aurora: US 'princess' evicted from Rome villa with Caravaggio mural

Princess Rita Jenrette has been involved in an inheritance dispute with the sons of her ex-husband.

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Watch: Final farewell to Paul O'Grady

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

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Texas cheerleaders shot after getting into wrong car

It follows a string of recent shootings apparently sparked by someone showing up at the wrong place.

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

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

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Mystery white flash lights up skies over Kyiv

Videos from four angles shows the flash in Ukraine's capital - although it's not known what caused it.

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Migration bill: Tories say Rishi Sunak will toughen deportation powers

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

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

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

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What is a stand your ground law and which states have one?

Recent shootings of unarmed victims raise questions about the right to protect people and property.

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Six injured and school locked down over dog attack

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

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

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

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EY cuts 3,000 jobs in US blaming 'overcapacity'

The decision comes days after the firm called off a radical restructuring.

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Alabama shooting: 3 teenagers and a 23-year-old among victims

A rising athlete, an aspiring musician, a school sports manager are among those killed in the shooting.

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

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

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

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

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Primary school places: How can parents appeal over school places?

Children starting school in England and Wales in September 2023 are being offered school places.

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'We wish we could go back': Life in a war-torn Myanmar

The BBC visits Myanmar, where two years after the coup, fear and quiet defiance are everywhere.

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

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

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The fishy business of a Chinese factory in The Gambia

Members of a fishing community are upset with a fishmeal plant that is disrupting life on their shores.

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

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

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US savers get savvy ditching and switching banks

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

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

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

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Christians celebrate Holy Fire amid Jerusalem police limits

Israeli police limit attendance over safety concerns, which churches urge Christians to ignore.

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Queen Elizabeth II: Council concerned over upkeep of Queen statue

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

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Katy Perry and Lionel Richie to perform at Coronation concert

The event, broadcast from Windsor Castle, also includes Take That and opera singer Andrea Bocelli.

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The Script guitarist Mark Sheehan dies aged 46

The Irish rock band said Sheehan died in hospital on Friday after a brief illness.

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Lisandro Martinez: Manchester United defender out for rest of season with fractured foot

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez will miss the rest of the season after fracturing a metatarsal bone in his foot against Sevilla on Thursday.

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Why alleged Pentagon leaker Jack Teixeira had top secret access aged 21

Increased intelligence sharing after the 9/11 attacks may have made leaks more likely.

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

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

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In pictures: 2023 Sony World Photography Awards

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

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

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

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18,000 cows killed in Texas dairy farm explosion

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

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18,000 cows killed in Texas dairy farm explosion

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

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Joe Biden in Ireland: President says 'I'm at home'

The US president praises the strength of the Irish-US relationship and speaks of pride in Irish roots.

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Real Madrid 2-0 Chelsea: Blues' Champions League ambitions dented by the holders

Chelsea have it all to do if they are to advance to the Champions League semi-finals as they lose to holders Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.

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Thomas Zilliacus withdraws Man Utd bid and says decision to have third round of bidding a 'farce'

Finnish entrepreneur Thomas Zilliacus withdraws his offer to buy Manchester United and says the decision of current owners the Glazers to go to a third round of bidding is a "farce".

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Macron on Taiwan: 'An ally not a vassal', says France leader

The French leader says his country should not get caught up in escalation between the US and China.

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Why no breakthrough in the junior doctors' strike?

Could the conciliation service Acas make any difference to the current impasse?

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Kenya-UK defence deal: MPs amend rule over prosecuting UK troops

British troops can now be tried for murder committed against Kenyans in Kenya.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger terminates neighbourhood pothole

The actor and former California governor fixed the road himself after his complaints went unanswered.

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

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

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

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

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Michael Jordan's trainers sell for record $2.2m

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

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

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

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Macron heckled during speech in the Netherlands

"Where is French democracy?" cried one protester, as another held a sign reading "president of violence".

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Western special forces inside Ukraine, leak shows

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

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

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

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

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

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Evan Gershkovich: US says journalist is wrongfully detained in Russia

Russia accuses Evan Gershkovich of the Wall Street Journal of spying, but the publication denies this.

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Leicester City: Foxes are in 'absolute panic' after sacking Brendan Rodgers, says Chris Sutton

Leicester City are in "absolute panic" after sacking manager Brendan Rodgers so late in the season, according to former Premier League striker Chris Sutton.

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President Joe Biden says he plans to run for second term in 2024

The US president told NBC News he plans to run but was not ready to announce the bid yet.

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Pierre Lacotte: French dancer who helped Rudolf Nureyev defect dies

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

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Unesco world heritage status: Seven sites win UK backing

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

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Coronation carriage will be a more comfortable ride

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

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

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

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Ukraine war: Who leaked top secret US documents - and why?

Almost 100 US defence department documents have been leaked - and it is unclear who will benefit.

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Ukraine war: Who leaked top secret US documents - and why?

Almost 100 US defence department documents have been leaked - and it is unclear who will benefit.

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Twitter: BBC objects to 'government-funded media' tag

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

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Giant sketch in field marks Picasso death anniversary

Dario Gambarin used a tractor to create the portrait on wasteland in Italy.

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Dozens killed in 'barbaric' Burkina Faso attacks

Nobody has claimed responsibility for the attacks that left 44 dead, but jihadist violence in the northern Sahel is common.

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Dozens killed in 'barbaric' Burkina Faso attacks

Nobody has claimed responsibility for the attacks that left 44 dead, but jihadist violence in the northern Sahel is common.

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Wolves say three arrests have been made after homophobic chanting during win over Chelsea

Wolves say three arrests have been made after homophobic chants were heard during Saturday's Premier League victory over Chelsea at Molineux.

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British-Israeli sisters killed in West Bank shooting named

Maya and Rina Dee were killed as they drove near the Hamra Junction in the north of the Jordan Valley.

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

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

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Week in pictures: 1 - 7 April 2023

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

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

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

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

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

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One tourist killed and seven wounded in car ramming attack in Tel Aviv

It comes after two British-Israeli sisters were killed in a shooting in the occupied West Bank.

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Masters play suspended as trees fall close to crowd

Play is suspended on day two of the Masters after trees fall across the 17th tee at Augusta because of storms.

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Dice roll settles tie in small Wisconsin town election

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

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

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

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Joe Biden administration blames chaotic Afghan pull-out on Trump

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

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US President Joe Biden expected to visit only one NI venue

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

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Israel blames Hamas for Lebanon rocket barrage as tensions rise

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

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Ugandan minister held over theft of 14,500 roof sheets

Mary Goretti Kitutu denies involvement in the theft of roofing intended for Ugandan communities.

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Uganda's Mary Goretti Kitutu to spend Easter in jail over roofing-sheets scandal

Mary Goretti Kitutu denies involvement in the theft of roofing intended for Ugandan communities.

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MP Scott Benton claims ways around hospitality rules

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

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The cost of the Ukraine war for one Russian regiment

BBC Newsnight has been mapping the cost - in men and machinery - for Russia's "elite" 331st regiment

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Tennis ban would have sent Russia strong message - Swiatek

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

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Russia-Ukraine war: Iga Swiatek says tennis could have done better 'from the beginning'

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

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Contaminated blood inquiry: Dad wants family's pain recognised

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

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Settlers of Catan: Creator of board game dies aged 70

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

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Settlers of Catan: Creator of board game dies aged 70

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

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Who is Karen McDougal? The second woman in the case

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

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Trump in court: 'A day for the history books'

The BBC's Nada Tawfik analyses Donald Trump's historic day in court.

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Analysis: What the 34 felony charges against Donald Trump reveal

Now the indictment against the former US president has been unsealed, here is what you need to know.

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Who was in the courtroom with Donald Trump?

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

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Kabul embassy's Gurkha guards face removal from UK

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

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Who is Juan Merchan, the judge in this case?

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

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Wet wipes ban planned in England to tackle water pollution

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

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Obituary: Nigel Lawson

He was one of Britain's longest-serving chancellors who presided over the 1980s economic boom.

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Russia: The moments leading up to St Petersburg cafe blast

Russian pro-war blogger Vladlen Tatarsky was killed by an explosion after being handed a statuette.

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Scots woman dies in Turkey during gastric band op

Shannon Bowe, 28, from Denny, near Falkirk, died on Saturday while undergoing weight loss surgery.

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Spy balloon sent data to China in real time - report

The craft gathered intelligence from military bases for days before it was shot down, US media reports.

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Ros Atkins on… Why were there queues at Dover?

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

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

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

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Olivier Awards 2023: Mescal, Comer and Totoro triumph

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

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Paris votes to ban rental e-scooters

Almost 90% of votes cast favour banning the scooters in a city that pioneered them.

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US tornadoes: Biden releases federal funds to Arkansas

The US state is one of several ravaged by tornadoes, which have killed at least 29 people.

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

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

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Opec oil producers announce surprise cut in output

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

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US tornadoes: Death toll grows as extreme storms ravage several states

At least 21 people have been killed after a series of tornadoes tore through several US states.

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Sarah Polley told to return Oscar in 'cruel' April Fools' prank by daughter

The film-maker, who won an Oscar for Women Talking, got a letter asking her to "mail it back".

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

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

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

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

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Judy Blume worried about intolerance and book banning in the US

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

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Extra night ferries laid on to clear Dover backlog

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

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