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Raid is reportedly part of a probe into suspected tax evasion by members of airline's founding family.

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New top story on Hacker News: Ask HN: How to blog things I've learnt in graduate school?

Ask HN: How to blog things I've learnt in graduate school?
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Hi, Currently, I'm pursuing a masters in Control systems. After looking for a couple of blogs by researchers and graduate students I've had some trouble understanding in how to document/write the things I'm learning in graduate school. Ideally, I'd like to write to help understand how deep my understanding of the subject is but also be a way to contact people who are interested in the field of control systems & machine learning as two overlapping fields via a personal blog. A few of my concerns involve: 1. How to maintain a technical blog without sounding like an academician i.e examples of other good blogs. 2. How to spread the knowledge from the courses I'm taking legally i.e. how much out of class homeworks/material is it okay to share? Thanks for reading!

Crackdown on high-interest lending announced by FCA

Rent-to-own sector faces a cap on prices but the regulator rules out an immediate limit on cost of overdrafts.

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Top 10 worst excuses for not appointing women executives

A report on boardroom diversity reveals the top 10 worst excuses for not appointing women.

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Brexit: Time is running out, big business warns May

Major European firms warn the Prime Minister they may cut investment without clarity on Brexit customs plans.

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Trump tariffs: Europe braced for US tariffs on steel and aluminium

The White House reportedly plans to let a temporary exemption granted to European steel and aluminium expire.

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Ocado elevated to the FTSE 100, while M&S avoids the drop

Ocado joins the blue chip shares index after a year of dealmaking, while M&S escapes the drop.

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New car models drive UK production growth in April

Car output rises on the back of investment in new models, but the industry's trade body repeats Brexit concerns.

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Football urged to tackle single-use plastics problem

Leagues in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are urged to stop using single-use plastic.

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Profile: Billionaire philanthropist George Soros

The hedge fund investor turned liberal philanthropist is politically divisive around the world.

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US economy grows at a slower 2.2%

The US economy grew by 2.2% in the first quarter, slightly more slowly than first reported.

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RBS to press ahead with branch closures

The bank's AGM is told that use of branches has fallen sharply as customers shift to digital banking.

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Italy pays higher prices to sell government bonds

Italy is forced to offer significantly higher returns in a sale of government bonds on Wednesday.

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SSE to raise gas and electricity prices

The company becomes the last of the "big six" energy companies to announce early summer price rises.

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Don't buy tickets from Viagogo, minister warns

Margot James tells consumers to boycott the ticket reseller after it fails to change its policies.

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UK strikes reach all-time low in 2017

The number of stoppages and the number of workers involved in labour disputes hit a record low last year.

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'Don't buy Viagogo tickets'

Digital minister Margot James tells consumers not to use the Geneva-based ticket reseller.

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Paris moves to improve air quality

Paris is leading the move to cut pollution by banning some vehicles from its streets.

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Seeking a silent retreat from urban life

Silent retreats are an increasingly popular form of escape from the stresses of urban life.

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Exotic mushrooms help Kashmir

In the troubled region of Kashmir, a rare type of mushroom is giving locals a chance to earn money.

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How Starbucks hopes to end staff racism

The coffee chain is giving all US staff "unconscious bias" training. We explain what that involves.

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Orla Kiely: 'Stem pattern was a very quick design'

Orla Kiely reveals the secrets behind the designs she's created over the past 20 years.

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The strawberry-picking robots coming to a farm near you

Strawberry producers say they can't find enough humans to pick their fruit, so are robots the answer?

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How the light bulb became a million dollar idea.

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how the light bulb became a million dollar idea.

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Thameslink compares poor service to Poundland chocolate

Thameslink is threatened with legal action for comparing its poor service to Poundland chocolate.

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Starbucks shuts 8,000 US stores for race training

The coffee chain closes all 8,000 cafes in the US for an afternoon of "racial bias" training.

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Protectionist racket?

The EU is not the freest trader, but on many measures it is near the liberal end of the spectrum.

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Vaping's rise in five charts

Spending on e-cigarettes is increasing. The BBC looks at what's behind the rise.

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Paris in the smog

Could the French capital provide a template for cutting pollution in other cities?

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Weather warning

There is a significant link between higher temperatures and lower school achievement, says a US study.

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Financial high

Meet some of those hoping to capitalise in the world's biggest cannabis market.

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Bitter on Twitter

Experts take us through the dos and don'ts of social media interactions with customers.

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Key North Korea official meets Pompeo in New York

Talks on preparing a summit with the US are under way in New York, Singapore and on the Korean border.

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Top 10 worst excuses for not appointing women executives

A report on boardroom diversity reveals the top 10 worst excuses for not appointing women.

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Crackdown on high-interest lending announced by FCA

Rent-to-own sector faces a cap on prices but the regulator rules out an immediate limit on cost of overdrafts.

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Study casts doubt on 'healthy obesity'

Fat but otherwise healthy women are still likelier to have a stroke or heart attack, a study says.

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Tennis star struggles with Yorkshire accent

German Alexander Zverev admired the reporter's accent so much, he even promised to pay a visit to the county if they ever hold a tournament there.

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Muslim group tells Tories to 'remove Islamophobia from party'

The Muslim Council of Britain calls for "racists and bigots" to be removed from the party.

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Deficit for NHS trusts in England double the amount planned

Higher patient demand and staff costs are blamed for a total deficit of £960m for trusts in England.

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Kim Kardashian asks Trump to pardon Alice Marie Johnson

The star meets the president on behalf of a 63-year-old woman jailed for a first-time drug offence.

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Boy, 12, helps father fight anxiety and depression

Stuart Gumm often suffers panic attacks, no longer drives, and rarely leaves the house.

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World Cup 2018: BBC iPlayer to stream matches in 4K HDR

The iPlayer service will offer 29 matches in higher-than-normal quality, but access will be limited.

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Thameslink compares poor service to Poundland chocolate

Thameslink is threatened with legal action for comparing its poor service to Poundland chocolate.

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Meghan, Dua Lipa and Davidson on influential women list

Singer Dua Lipa and Supreme Court president Baroness Hale also make Vogue magazine's roll of honour.

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The Papers: 'You only live twice'

Exiled Russian reporter Arkady Babchenko is pictured and his fake death plot likened to a James Bond film.

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News Daily: US-N Korea talks, 'excuses' over female boards, and Meghan on Vogue list

Your morning briefing for 31 May 2018.

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Perfecting the pout: Which city is the UK's lip filler capital?

More searches for lip filling are made in one northern city than anywhere else in Britain, research suggests.

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The beach from The Beach closes

Ko Phi Phi, made famous by Danny Boyle's The Beach, prepares close to tourists to protect its beauty.

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Do these photos change your view of pigeons?

This photographer has been on a 10-year mission to teach people that pigeons are beautiful.

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Hay Festival: Bradford schoolgirls' first time review

A group of Bradford pupils visit the Hay Festival for the first time and give their review.

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The mystery of Russia's missing IS brides

More than 2,000 Russian women who lived under the Islamic State group have disappeared.

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Melania Trump tweets 20 days after last public appearance

"Rest assured, I'm here at the @WhiteHouse w my family," a tweet posted on her account says.

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Why Serena Williams is a real life superhero

The 23-time Grand Slam winner said she felt like a "warrior" at the French Open.

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Meet the Russians turning the turntables on male DJs

How two female DJs from St Petersburg are challenging stereotypes, ahead of the World Cup in Russia.

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Neighbours to show Australian TV's first gay wedding

The long-running soap will air Aaron Brennan and David Tanaka's nuptials in September.

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Eight times celebrities messed up on social media

Following the cancellation of Roseanne's show, which other celebrities have messed up on social media?

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US preacher asks followers to help buy fourth private jet

Jesse Duplantis, 68, said God told him to "believe" for his fourth plane, which is set to cost $54m.

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Twins in school: To separate or not to separate?

Some mothers want their twins kept together, some prefer separate classes and others say "they'll find their own way regardless".

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What could Brexit mean for the UK's creative talent?

From Britain's film industry and political playwrights to touring musicians and Eurovision.

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Vaping - the rise in five charts

Spending on e-cigarettes is increasing. The BBC looks at what's behind the rise.

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Profile: Billionaire philanthropist George Soros

The hedge fund investor turned liberal philanthropist is politically divisive around the world.

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Wednesday, 30 May 2018

Roseanne Barr's five most controversial moments

The US comedian's TV show is axed after a Twitter backlash - but Roseanne Barr has been here before.

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Expressing psychosis through street dance

Hip-hop dancer Chad Taylor explains how being sectioned transformed his life.

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'Working in the NHS, my life-long dream'

Olive Belfield was a young nurse when Britain launched the National Health Service in 1948.

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Seeking a silent retreat from urban life

Silent retreats are an increasingly popular form of escape from the stresses of urban life.

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Serena Williams returns in 'superhero' catsuit

Serena Williams says she felt like a "superhero" in the black catsuit she wore during the 7-6 (7-4) 6-4 win over Kristyna Pliskova at the French Open.

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Footballers and the meaning behind their tattoos

England star Raheem Sterling is just latest footballer whose tattoo has got people talking.

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Everybody's Talking About Jamie: West End smash to be made into film

The musical based on the true story of a 16-year old drag queen will be made into a film.

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Father wants safety checks on glass tables after his shatters

Darren Smith shared the story of his shattered table online and was told of many similar incidents.

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Trans activist Stephen Whittle on facing abuse on TV

Stephen Whittle on how life has changed since he started campaigning for transgender rights in the 1970s.

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'Stolen' golf buggy stopped at McDonald's drive-thru

A 19-year-old was arrested on suspicion of theft and driving while unfit through drink.

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North Koreans who dare to criticise 'vampire leader'

Two ordinary citizens in North Korea speak to the BBC, despite the threat of death or imprisonment.

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How many children are 'severely obese'?

Councils responsible for public health are concerned that children become more overweight at primary school.

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Caroline Flack: Love Island ‘brought people together’

...and whether there's extra pressure for this year's series.

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The sign language lawyer who became a social media star

Tang Shuai has become an inspiration to thousands in China as one of the few sign language lawyers.

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South Africans' anger over land set to explode

Frustration over the slow pace of land reform mounts amid a bitterness about the enduring economic power of the white minority.

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Belgian attack that left 3 dead considered ‘terrorist murder,’ officials say

05/30/18 5:20 AM

Bill Browder arrested in Spain on Russian warrant

The high-profile critic of President Vladimir Putin is arrested in Madrid on a Russian warrant.

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WATCH LIVE: Trump to speak at Nashville rally at 8 pm ET

05/29/18 7:34 PM

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Missouri Gov. Greitens announces resignation

05/29/18 5:33 PM

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ABC cancels 'Roseanne' reboot after Roseanne Barr's racially charged tweet

05/29/18 1:55 PM

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National Guardsman's body found after Maryland flooding, police say

05/29/18 1:38 PM

Don't buy tickets from Viagogo, minister warns

Margot James tells consumers to boycott ticket reseller after it fails to change its policies.

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Nuisance call bosses could be fined up to £500,000

They could be fined up to £500,000 if delayed plans to hold them personally liable are implemented.

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Sorrell set for comeback with new advertising venture

Sir Martin Sorrell, who left WPP in April after misconduct claims, plans a new advertising business.

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Italian political crisis hits Asian stocks

Investors globally are worried about how a possible snap election could affect markets.

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Complaints about loans see sharp rise

Lenders' treatment of customers with high-cost loans is questioned by the Financial Ombudsman.

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Standard Life Aberdeen to return £1.75bn to shareholders

Standard Life Aberdeen put forward the proposal on the day of its annual general meeting.

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Anti-Brexit tycoon George Soros says EU faces 'existential crisis'

Brexit is "immensely damaging" and must be stopped but the EU also must change, says George Soros.

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Trump's China tariffs could be imposed in June

The White House says tariffs on Chinese imports could come in June, despite the start of more trade talks.

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Supreme Court refuses to hear challenge to Arkansas abortion law

05/29/18 10:25 AM

EU tightens law on foreign temporary workers

Workers posted to another EU country will have to get local pay and conditions.

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Paris moves to improve air quality

Paris is leading the move to cut pollution by banning some vehicles from its streets.

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Grenfell authorities' response 'badly flawed', report says

Volunteer groups filled a void left by "weak leadership" on behalf of officials, a report finds.

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Ukraine blames Russia for shooting of journalist Arkady Babchenko

Russian journalist Arkady Babchenko, a critic of the Kremlin, was shot outside his flat in Kiev.

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Caroline Lucas to step down as Green Party co-leader

The Brighton Pavilion MP says the party will remain a "bold alternative" under new leadership.

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Don't buy tickets from Viagogo, minister warns

Margot James tells consumers to boycott ticket reseller after it fails to change its policies.

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Grammar school tests: How do children cope?

Thousands of pupils each year try to get into selective schools, which are set for a £50m expansion.

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Nuisance call bosses could be fined up to £500,000

They could be fined up to £500,000 if delayed plans to hold them personally liable are implemented.

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Roseanne show dropped after racist tweet

The comedian tried to explain away the tweet as a "joke", but ABC called it "repugnant".

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Key Italy talks amid fears of snap poll

Italy's president and prime minister-designate may find their only realistic option is new elections.

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Seventeen hurt as Dartford Arriva bus ploughs into cars

Around 25 vehicles were damaged when the Arriva bus left a trail of devastation in Dartford.

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'Ban cartoon characters' on unhealthy food, MPs say

Tony the Tiger and the Milky Bar Kid should no longer be used to promote items to children, MPs say.

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Magician David Copperfield found not liable for Briton's injuries

The US magician was negligent but not responsible for a man's injuries during a trick, a jury says.

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US Poldark superfans travel to Cornwall

Fanatics of the BBC drama have gathered from across the US to visit its Cornwall filming locations.

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Newspaper headlines: 'End of cold call menace', Italy crisis and Serena's catsuit

Plans to fine bosses who "plague" households with sales calls up to £500,000 make the front pages.

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News Daily: Grenfell council criticised, Italy government latest, and Lucas to stand down

Your morning briefing for 30 May 2018.

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Roseanne Barr's five most controversial moments

The US comedian's TV show is axed after a Twitter backlash - but Roseanne Barr has been here before.

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'Working in the NHS, my life-long dream'

Olive Belfield was a young nurse when Britain launched the National Health Service in 1948.

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Expressing psychosis through street dance

Hip-hop dancer Chad Taylor explains how being sectioned transformed his life.

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Meet the Russians turning the turntables on male DJs

How two female DJs from St Petersburg are challenging stereotypes, ahead of the World Cup in Russia.

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Seeking a silent retreat from urban life

Silent retreats are an increasingly popular form of escape from the stresses of urban life.

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Serena Williams returns in 'superhero' catsuit

Serena Williams says she felt like a "superhero" in the black catsuit she wore during the 7-6 (7-4) 6-4 win over Kristyna Pliskova at the French Open.

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Footballers and the meaning behind their tattoos

England star Raheem Sterling is just latest footballer whose tattoo has got people talking.

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Everybody's Talking About Jamie: West End smash to be made into film

The musical based on the true story of a 16-year old drag queen will be made into a film.

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Father wants safety checks on glass tables after his shatters

Darren Smith shared the story of his shattered table online and was told of many similar incidents.

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North Koreans who dare to criticise 'vampire leader'

Two ordinary citizens in North Korea speak to the BBC, despite the threat of death or imprisonment.

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How many children are 'severely obese'?

Councils responsible for public health are concerned that children become more overweight at primary school.

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Caroline Flack: Love Island ‘brought people together’

The show's presenter on why Love Island became such a huge hit for ITV2.

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The sign language lawyer who became a social media star

Tang Shuai has become an inspiration to thousands in China as one of the few sign language lawyers.

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Seeking a silent retreat from urban life

Silent retreats are an increasingly popular form of escape from the stresses of urban life.

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Paris in the smog

Could the French capital provide a template for cutting pollution in other cities?

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Weather warning

There is a significant link between higher temperatures and lower school achievement, says a US study.

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Tuesday, 29 May 2018

Homes evacuated after sinkhole appears on A26 in Kent

A police car overtook vehicles and blocked the A26 in Kent just before part of the road collapsed.

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Fortnite sued for 'copying' rival game PUBG

The makers of the hit video game are accused of copying rival PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds.

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Italy political crisis hits European stock markets

European shares slump over continuing Italian political unrest, with new elections in the pipeline.

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Fortnite sued for 'copying' rival game PUBG

The makers of the hit video game are accused of copying rival PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds.

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Mariella Frostrup: Men face 'double standard' over celebrity lust

Mariella Frostrup says women can comment on appearance, but men will be attacked by Twitter trolls.

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Daughter 'would go to prison' over father's Dignitas death

Sandra Holmes and her son may face criminal charges after taking her father to a Dignitas facility.

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Gaza mortar barrage fired at Israel heaviest in years

The heaviest volley of mortars in years is launched, with one landing in a kindergarten's grounds.

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Italy political crisis hits European stock markets

European shares slump over continuing Italian political unrest, with new elections in the pipeline.

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Ivanka Trump wins trademarks for products in China

An ethics group has said the granting of the trademarks "raised potential ethics issues".

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Liege shooting: Two police and passer-by dead in Belgium

A gunman shoots dead two police officers and a passer-by in the eastern Belgian city of Liège.

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Pret a Manger staff to get £1,000 bonus after takeover

The sandwich and coffee chain will give 12,000 staff a bonus if a deal to sell the chain goes through.

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Murder arrest after fatal Stockport club crash

A 30-year-old man handed himself in after a group of people was hit outside a club in Stockport.

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Love Island 2018: The 11 contestants are revealed

The singletons will spend their summer looking for their type on paper on the ITV2 show from 4 June.

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'Stolen' golf buggy stopped at McDonald's drive-thru

A 19-year-old was arrested on suspicion of theft and driving while unfit through drink.

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Mini waterspout emerges in Florida pool

Strong winds from Storm Alberto have caused a small waterspout in a swimming pool in Panama City Beach, Florida.

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'Women in England should be allowed to have abortions at home'

Campaigners say the current rules can cause a huge amount of anxiety and are entirely avoidable

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Belgium gunman kills 2 cops, bystander in shooting spree

05/29/18 6:03 AM

Exotic mushrooms help Kashmir

In the troubled region of Kashmir, a rare type of mushroom is giving locals a chance to earn money.

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Paris balcony boy's family thank Mali 'Spiderman' Mamoudou Gassama

The boy rescued from a balcony had been left unattended by his father before, his mother says.

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Dixons Carphone shares dive on profits warning

The mobile phone and electrical goods retailer predicts profits will fall by about 20% this year.

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'We expected them not to survive'

Hospital staff who treated the Skripals for poisoning open up about the night they were admitted.

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N Korea official Kim Yong-chol 'heads to US for talks'

Kim Yong-chol would be the most high profile North Korean to visit the US in nearly 20 years.

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Police officer filmed punching woman on New Jersey beach

Police open an inquiry as an officer is filmed hitting a woman in the head in an arrest on a US beach.

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NI abortion law: Reform 'a feminist test for May'

Labour issues a challenge to the prime minister to back calls to relax Northern Ireland's law.

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England forward Raheem Sterling defends gun tattoo

Raheem Sterling responds to criticism of his new inking, saying it has "deeper meaning".

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Dec blames weather as Britain's Got Talent goes off air

Simon Cowell jokes that Ant - who is not appearing on the live shows this year - is behind the outage.

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How Starbucks hopes to end staff racism

The coffee chain is giving all US staff "unconscious bias" training. We explain what that involves.

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One in 25 children aged 10 or 11 'severely obese'

The figures for 10 and 11-year-olds are a further wake-up call, the Local Government Association says.

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Bank of Mum and Dad 'feels the pinch'

The average parental contribution for home buyers this year will be down 17% on 2017, a survey says.

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YouTube deletes half of 'violent' music videos

YouTube says it has deleted more than half of the 'violent' music videos which the country's most senior police officer asked it to take down.

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Veteran Home and Away actress dies

A veteran of Australian television, UK-born Cornelia Frances had been battling cancer.

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BBC's Martha Kearney recalls 'humiliating' harassment

Today host Martha Kearney reveals men touched her inappropriately when she was a young journalist.

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Newspaper headlines: Bank's Brexit fears and Kylie turns 50

Tuesday's front pages include reports of tensions between the Bank of England and the Treasury.

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News Daily: Salisbury poisoning medics speak, and NI abortion law 'test' for May

Your morning briefing for 29 May 2018.

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Peter Kay's Car Share finale - the verdict

As the BBC One sitcom says a fond farewell, how did viewers and critics react? (Spoiler alert!)

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Clever bins cut food waste and save money

Smart, digital bins are being used to cut food waste and save money in commercial kitchens.

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Bitter to better: Squatters transforming a derelict pub

Inside a derelict pub being transformed by squatters.

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Meet the Kenyan priest rapping about religion

Father "Sweet Paul" explains his unconventional way of spreading the gospel.

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'Antarctica is my office'

Jon Tyler is an Antarctic guide, showing scientists how to survive the extreme environment.

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Trans activist Stephen Whittle on facing abuse on TV

Stephen Whittle on how life has changed since he started campaigning for transgender rights in the 1970s.

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Gloucester cheese-rolling veteran breaks all-time record

Chris Anderson prefers cheddar but has taken home 22 double Gloucester cheeses in 14 years.

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Are captive dolphins 'happy'?

Scientists have tried to measure how dolphins at a French marine park feel about their environment.

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What does it actually take to be a model?

This 50-year-old agency has some tips.

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Why are so many firms so bad at handling social media?

Experts take us through the dos and don'ts of social media interactions with customers.

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Bank of Mum and Dad 'feels the pinch'

The average parental contribution for home buyers this year will be down 17% on 2017, a survey says.

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Pret A Manger sold to private equity firm JAB

UK High Street sandwich and coffee chain Pret A Manger is to be sold to Luxembourg-based JAB Holdings.

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Have we reached peak prosecco?

Slowing sales of sparkling wines means the bubble may have burst for prosecco, warns one firm.

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Serge Dassault, French billionaire entrepreneur, dies at 93

The French industrialist and politician was one of the nation's richest men.

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How Starbucks hopes to end staff racism

The coffee chain is giving all US staff "unconscious bias" training. We explain what that involves.

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Financial high

Meet some of those hoping to capitalise in the world's biggest cannabis market.

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Bitter on Twitter

Experts take us through the dos and don'ts of social media interactions with customers.

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New top story on Hacker News: Ask HN: How do security researchers know where to look for vulnerabilites?

Ask HN: How do security researchers know where to look for vulnerabilites?
33 by vedanshbhartia | 10 comments on Hacker News.
Also, in a relatively open ended project, llike Google Zero, how do people there decide upon a course of research?

What is Italy's political crisis all about?

Italy's powerful populists are angry that a technocrat government is being formed.

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South African 'world's oldest man' wants to stop smoking

Fredie Blom turned 114 in May but he is yet to be verified by the Guinness World of Records.

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Monday, 28 May 2018

New top story on Hacker News: Ask HN: When is federation a better solution than decentralization?

Ask HN: When is federation a better solution than decentralization?
2 by chatmasta | 0 comments on Hacker News.
The past couple years have been dominated by the hype cycle of cryptocurrencies as an incentive mechanism for decentralization. Hundreds of “N sided marketplace” problems have been reframed to fit within decentralized solutions. And yet, none of them have really succeeded. There is no “killer app” representing the decentralized marketplace du-jour. I can’t help but wonder if many of these projects are approaching the solution the wrong way. The fundamental problem underpinning decentralization is one of governance and direction. Too many cooks in the kitchen means solutions can become diluted with unnecessarily indirect incentive mechanisms. Decentralization is a spectrum. There is a middle ground between a decentralized solution and a centralized solution. That middle ground is federation. To me, federation has always seemed a better solution for decentralized marketplaces than full decentralization, because it decouples economic incentives from those of technology suppliers. As long as we live in a world where fiat currency and nation states dominate transactional and regulatory environments, it is unavoidable that any large enterprise pursuing legitimacy will need to interact within the bounds of laws and regulations. Given that, it seems that federation offers a better solution than decentralization because it allows service operators to define their own economic processes according to their own jurisdictions and regulations, whereas decentralization is more of a free-for-all that can meet only the lowest common denominator of regulatory and economic restrictions. What does HN think? Is decentralization overhyped? Would many projects be better suited to a hybrid model of decentralized infrastructure and federated transactions?

Bulgarians tweeting in Cyrillic confused for Russian bots

The use of the Cyrillic alphabet is one way Twitter tries to identify Russian automated accounts.

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Man killed as car hits people outside club

Murder investigation launched after man was killed and several more injured when car hit people near Stockport club

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EU proposes ban on straws and other single-use plastics

The European Union wants to reduce the sale of single-use plastics in supermarkets.

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Carlo Cottarelli: Italy president names stop-gap PM

Carlo Cottarelli is asked to form a government but his time in office is likely to be short-lived.

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Mutiny Festival deaths: Three drug arrests made

Georgia Jones, 18, and Tommy Bakeer, 20, died in separate incidents at Portsmouth's Mutiny Festival.

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YouTube stars' fury over algorithm tests

The website says it has been manipulating the subscription feed for some viewers.

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Ex-IMF man is Italy's stop-gap PM

Carlo Cottarelli is asked to form a government but his time in office is likely to be short-lived.

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Young farmer, 20, breaks arm during arm wrestle

Her opponent fainted and was "very upset" when she realised what had happened, a paramedic said.

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Kylie Minogue turns 50: From Neighbours to pop stardom

The teenage soap icon turned global popstar has sold over 80m records in her three-decade career. Now she's celebrating her 50th birthday.

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YouTube stars' fury over algorithm tests

The website says it has been manipulating the subscription feed for some viewers.

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'Spiderman' rescue: Moment Malian man saves Paris child

Crowds cheered as Mamoudou Gassama scaled several floors to save the young boy in Paris.

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Sturgeon takes Brexit concerns to Brussels

Scotland's first minister is to raise Scottish concerns in a meeting with chief EU negotiator Michel Barnier.

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Biggest Weekend Swansea: Things we learned behind the scenes

Ed Sheeran's pub dream, Liam Payne's metrosexual wardrobe and other things Newsbeat learned behind the scenes in Swansea.

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BTS become first K-pop band to top US album charts

The boy band with a devoted global fan base are the first K-pop export to crack the US top spot.

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Sartorial spat

The US has imposed tariffs on Rwanda over an obscure import: Second-hand clothes.

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New top story on Hacker News: Ask HN: Do I place the fan so that it blows air inwards or outwards?

Ask HN: Do I place the fan so that it blows air inwards or outwards?
17 by optimmal | 9 comments on Hacker News.
I am positive that there's a huge difference between the theoretical model and reality here. Let's assume it's 30 celsius inside the room and <20 celsius outside. Enjoy your Monday my thermodynamics friends!

Storms cause flash flooding across Birmingham

Homes are flooded in the city with weather warnings for parts of southern England this afternoon.

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Malian 'spiderman' wows France with Paris child rescue

The Malian man who saved a child dangling from a fourth-floor Paris balcony is hailed a hero.

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Abortion: Theresa May urged to act on NI's strict law

High-profile campaigner Sarah Ewart urges the UK government to help liberalise NI abortion laws.

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Italy crisis: Call to impeach president after candidate vetoed

Sergio Mattarella is under fire from Italy's two populist parties after coalition efforts collapse.

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World Cup 2018: Being black in Russia

Less than 1% of Russia's 144 million people are black. What is life like for them?

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BBC Biggest Weekend highlights

Rita Ora, Ed Sheeran and Taylor Swift are among the stars performing at the multi-city festival.

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WH Smith voted UK's worst High Street shop in Which? survey

Consumers have criticised the chain's out-of-date shops, expensive products and rude staff.

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Hunt 'determined' to eliminate doctors' gender pay gap

Female doctors are paid on average £10,000 less than male doctors in England, figures show.

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Food and farming sector makes post-Brexit demands

Those in the industry ask the PM to ensure they will continue to be able to hire EU workers.

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Maryland flooding: Water rages through Ellicott City streets

Up to 8 inches (20cm) of rain fell on Ellicott City in two hours, according to local media.

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Trump-Kim summit: President Moon could attend, says South Korea

If the summit goes ahead, which remains uncertain, it could also feature the South Korean president.

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Mutiny Festival death: Mum's grief at losing 'little girl'

Janine Milburn hopes the death of her "little girl" at a festival will deter others from taking drugs.

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BTS become first K-pop band to top US album charts

The boy band with a devoted global fan base are the first K-pop export to crack the US top spot.

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The Papers: Festival death plea and Brexit warnings

An emotional plea from the mother of a teenager who died at a music festival leads some of Monday's papers.

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After cremation: Recycling surgical implants

Photographic student Harry Lloyd-Evans photographs surgical implants that are recovered and recycled after cremation.

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MS-13: Inside the secret world of Central America's brutal gang

A former MS-13 gang leader explains his life in one of Central America's most violent gangs.

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Orla Kiely: 'Stem pattern was a very quick design'

Orla Kiely reveals the secrets behind the designs she's created over the past 20 years.

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How the US and Rwanda have fallen out over second-hand clothes

The US has imposed tariffs on Rwanda over an obscure import: Second-hand clothes.

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Waddingtons board games archive reveals wacky finds

The agriculturally-inspired Grade Up to Elite Cow is among more than 1,000 games collected at Leeds museum.

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Klopp sings with Liverpool fans after defeat

Jurgen Klopp appears in good spirits after his side's Champions League final defeat by Real Madrid, as he joins Reds fans to sing a defiant song about bringing the trophy "back to Liverpool".

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Huge fire at Germany's largest theme park

Thousands of visitors were evacuated when a blaze engulfed part of Europa-Park on Saturday.

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Biggest Weekend: Rita Ora, Craig David and MØ on the first songs they ever wrote

Newsbeat asks the stars performing at Swansea for their memories of their first attempt at music and lyrics.

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Monica Lewinsky and Stormy Daniels: Political scandals across two eras

A look at how the Clinton/Lewinsky affair could have played out today, compared to the Trump/Stormy case.

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Britain's 'most scenic' bus route revealed

A double-decker serving the North Yorkshire Moors has been named Britain's "most scenic" bus route.

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The gay mayor shaking up politics in Catholic Poland

Robert Biedron is one of Poland's rising political stars and tipped to run for president.

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How do I know if it's going to rain?

How does BBC Weather work out the chances of rain - and how should you read the forecast?

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Figures reveal art auction gender imbalance

Of the top 100 artists whose works fetched the highest amounts at auction in 2017, 13 were women.

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Moon walking: Ex-Nasa astronauts describe lunar experience

Read the experiences of the four surviving astronauts to have set foot on the lunar surface.

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After Ireland says Yes to abortion, what next for Northern Ireland?

The successful campaign to repeal Ireland's Eighth Amendment turns to face the north.

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Trump says US team in North Korea arranging 'for the Summit between Kim Jong Un and myself'

05/27/18 4:22 PM

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Driver Will Power wins 102nd running of the Indy 500

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Danica Patrick crashes out of Indianapolis 500 in last race of her career

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Rudy Giuliani tells Fox News Sunday that Mueller's 'witch hunt' investigation is not based on facts

05/27/18 10:28 AM

WH Smith voted UK's worst High Street shop in Which? survey

Consumers have criticised the chain's out-of-date shops, expensive products and rude staff.

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Suez waste company calls for 'pay-as-you-throw' to help recycling

Suez wants microchips in bins and says all packaging should have to be 50% recycled by 2025.

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Dog with seizures costs £30,000 as pet claims hit record

The number of pet owners claiming on insurance policies reached one million last year, a new record.

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UK engineer Smiths starts merger talks with US rival

Smiths has held initial discussions with US listed ICU Medical about merging their medical businesses.

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Food and farming sector makes post-Brexit demands

Those in the industry ask the PM to ensure they will continue to be able to hire EU workers.

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Review to 'eliminate gender pay gap among doctors'

Female doctors are paid on average £10,000 less than male doctors in England, figures show.

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Busking goes cashless with 'a world first' for London

London introduces a contactless payment scheme for buskers that allows tap-to-pay donations.

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Orla Kiely: 'Stem pattern was a very quick design'

Orla Kiely reveals the secrets behind the designs she's created over the past 20 years.

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Rural rides

A double-decker serving the North Yorkshire Moors has been named Britain's "most scenic" bus route.

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Sunday, 27 May 2018

Abortion referendum should be held in NI - Tory MP

A number of senior Conservatives are backing calls for reform after a historic vote in Ireland.

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Pakistan beat England by nine wickets in first Test at Lord's

Pakistan beat England by nine wickets with more than five sessions to spare in the first Test of the summer at Lord's.

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James Blake 'sad boy' statement: Artists support singer

James Blake has had enough of the "sad boy" label, and artists including Olly Alexander and Anne-Marie back him.

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Will Smith's World Cup song Live It Up released for Russia 2018

The official Russia 2018 song is here but fans don't seem entirely keen.

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England's 10 national parks captured on camera

England could be adding to its 10 current national parks after a review was announced.

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Baby born with heart outside body moved to Nottingham

A baby born with her heart beating outside her body has been moved to a hospital nearer home.

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Electrical storms light up UK skies

Some of the best footage of last night's light show and the 15,000 lightning strikes that came with it.

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Lightning strike causes Stansted Airport disruption

Flights are cancelled or delayed after its aircraft fuelling system was damaged by a thunderstorm.

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Brexit: I don't wish to be PM, says Jacob Rees-Mogg

But the leading Tory Brexiteer urges Theresa May to take a tougher line in Brexit negotiations.

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Lightning strike causes Stansted Airport disruption

Flights are cancelled or delayed after its aircraft fuelling system was damaged by a thunderstorm.

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Irish abortion referendum: New laws by end of the year - Irish PM

It follows an overwhelming vote in favour of overturning the country's abortion ban.

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Why did Donegal say No when everywhere else said yes?

The constituency was the only one in favour of keeping the abortion ban.

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North Korea's Kim Jong-un 'set on Trump summit'

The on-off June summit may be on again, after positive comments from the North Korean and US leaders.

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Irish abortion referendum: 'We made history'

Supporters of the Yes campaign react to the overwhelming vote to overturn the abortion ban.

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'Spectacular' lightning strikes parts of UK

Around 15,000 lightning strikes were recorded in just four hours, BBC Weather said.

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Portsmouth Mutiny Festival: Two die after falling ill

Police said the deaths of a young woman and man were not being treated as suspicious.

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England could have new national parks in Gove review

Environment Secretary Michael Gove launches a review of the country's protected landscapes.

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RBS closures decision criticised by MPs

A report says RBS has failed to appreciate the impact of its decision to close dozens of branches in Scotland.

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Business groups write to PM urging Heathrow expansion

Business groups write to the prime minister urging the government not to waver on Heathrow expansion.

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Boy, 15, charged with murdering teenager

The victim, also a 15-year-old boy, died of stab wounds to the chest.

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Alan Bean, moon-walking astronaut and artist, dies aged 86

The fourth man to walk on the Moon became an accomplished painter, finding inspiration in space.

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David Baddiel reveals why you have to 'laugh at illness and death'

The comic and writer tells Desert Island Discs it's how he processes life "getting darker".

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'I want to be the first wheelchair user in space'

South African disability rights campaigner Eddie Ndopu says he is "a living manifestation of possibility".

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First colleges to teach new vocational T-levels to be named

The new technical courses will equip students for "the jobs of tomorrow," says the education secretary.

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The Papers: Liverpool's 'heartbreak' and abortion vote

Gareth Bale and his overhead kick features in many of Sunday's papers, along with Ireland's abortion vote.

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Female sommelier on wine tasting and mansplaining

Abigail Connolly is among a small number of women breaking into the male-dominated world of wine.

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Your pictures: Golden

Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "Golden".

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Irish abortion referendum: How it all unfolded

The Republic of Ireland has voted overwhelmingly to overturn the abortion ban by 66.4% to 33.6%.

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Bready meals: How much do you know about sandwiches?

It's been British Sandwich Week, test your knowledge of the bready meal.

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Jeremy Thorpe: The true story of A Very English Scandal

A look at the downfall of Jeremy Thorpe, played by Hugh Grant in BBC drama A Very English Scandal.

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How do you learn trapeze if you’re blind?

How did Amelia Cavallo master the art of trapeze as a blind performer?

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Korean leaders in ‘Hollywood’ meeting

South Korea's movie-style video shows its president meet Kim Jong-un for only the second time.

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Birmingham Pride: Tens of thousands march in street celebration

The two-day celebration brings huge crowds to the streets of the city centre.

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Kitty Marion: The actress who became a 'terrorist'

How a Me Too moment inspired a young actress in Victorian England to become an arsonist and bomber.

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Astronaut Alan Bean, fourth man to walk on moon, dies at 86

05/26/18 2:13 PM

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Ireland votes to repeal abortion ban in largely Catholic country

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Trump says Utah man in Venezuelan jail to be released

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North and South Korean leaders hold surprise meeting

05/26/18 9:18 AM

RBS closures decision criticised by MPs

A report says RBS has failed to appreciate the impact of its decision to close dozens of branches in Scotland.

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Business groups write to PM urging Heathrow expansion

Business groups write to the prime minister urging the government not to waver on Heathrow expansion.

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Boots owner denies overcharging NHS for cancer mouthwash

A Times newspaper investigation found the NHS was charged £3,220 for a mouthwash used by cancer patients.

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Local success

While the High Street is a battleground for supermarkets, online retailers and discount chains - convenience stores are thriving.

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Hawaii volcano: How many people do volcanoes actually kill?

Red-hot rivers of lava and clouds of ash can be deadly - but death by volcano is not inevitable.

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Irish abortion result a seismic shift

The vote for liberalisation marks a significant break away from the influence of the Catholic Church.

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The blame game: Getting divorced in the UK

Divorce drama The Split reaches its climax just as a major divorce case is having its day in court.

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How Merlin star Colin Morgan is returning to his Irish roots

Colin Morgan stars with fellow Irish actor Ciaran Hinds in a bold and timely revival of a political drama at the NT.

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How convenience stores are surviving the retail storm

While the High Street is a battleground for supermarkets, online retailers and discount chains - convenience stores are thriving.

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Biggest Weekend shows the power of a singalong

All killer, no filler... The singers who succeeded at the BBC's music festival focused on the hits.

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Ed Sheeran 'not trying to stitch fans up' over UK tour tickets

Speaking about a row over tickets for his UK tour, the star says he wants to stop fans getting "ripped off".

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Korean leaders meet in surprise summit

Leaders of both Koreas meet in border zone as efforts continue to reschedule Donald Trump's summit with Kim Jong-un

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Ed Sheeran 'not trying to stitch fans up' over UK tour tickets

Speaking about a row over tickets for his UK tour, the star says he wants to stop fans getting "ripped off".

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Birmingham Pride: My parents don't know I'm drag artist

James Bartholomew reveals the difficulties he's faced as a black man in the drag industry.

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Sheep gets stuck on Norfolk river bridge... again

The "wooly wanderer" followed in the hoofsteps of a flockmate which got trapped in the same place.

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Paddle steamer MV Oliver Cromwell sinks off Anglesey coast

A boat called the MV Oliver Cromwell sunk off the coast of Anglesey on Friday afternoon.

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Biggest Weekend: Manic Street Preachers pull off 'Wireless' set

The Welsh band play a triumphant Biggest Weekend show, despite the loss of their bassist, Nicky Wire.

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