Stephen Pennington, 35, has links to Blackburn, Blackpool and Wigan, police say.
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Saturday, 30 September 2023
Racism: Mental health impact of profiling and trolls
Susan Cousins experiences racist trolls and racial profiling while going about her daily life.
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Tupac Shakur: Sister calls new murder charge 'pivotal moment'
The rapper's sister welcomes news that a former gang leader has been charged with his murder.
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Strictly Come Dancing routines are 'taxing', says Jody Cundy
Jody Cundy says the "mental part" of dancing was "getting me".
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Friday, 29 September 2023
Officer who shot man dead must face hearing, police watchdog says
Jermaine Baker was shot dead by an officer during an attempt to free an inmate from a prison van.
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Severn Trent to 'spend billions' upgrading its network
The water supplier has said the overhaul will target leaks and spills while creating thousands of jobs.
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Lizzo asks judge to dismiss dancers' harassment allegations
The US singer has lodged her first legal response against harassment claims made by her ex-dancers.
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Energy bills forecast to rise in January to £1,996
Analysts at Cornwall Insight say higher wholesale energy prices will drive bills up by £73 a year.
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Norwegian family finds Viking-era relics while looking for earring
A family in Norway found the ancient artefacts while searching for an earring with a metal detector.
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UK facing permanent higher taxes, IFS think tank says
A study says taxes will reach 37% of national income by next election - the highest since 1948.
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Thursday, 28 September 2023
Actor Sir Michael Gambon dies aged 82
The actor, who starred as Dumbledore in the Harry Potter films, received four Bafta awards.
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Watch: Ava Evans calls insults on GB News 'really nasty'
Dan Wootton and Laurence Fox have been suspended from the channel
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Evergrande: Why should I care if China property giant collapses?
There are reports the leaders of the heavily indebted Chinese property giant have been detained.
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UAW strike: Why are US car workers walking out?
Nearly 13,000 workers for Ford, General Motors and Stellantis have gone on a historic, co-ordinated strike.
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Blue star Lee Ryan given suspended jail term for BA cabin crew abuse
The Blue boyband member racially abused a cabin crew member while drunk on a BA flight to London.
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Rishi Sunak repeatedly dodges questions over future of HS2 rail
Speculation is mounting the government could delay or scrap the second leg of the line to Manchester.
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Wednesday, 27 September 2023
Rosebank oil field: Will it mean cheaper energy bills?
Regulators have approved the development of a controversial oil field in the North Sea.
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Alison Hammond praised for 'joyous' Great British Bake Off presenting debut
The This Morning presenter joined Noel Fielding and co as the Channel 4 series returned on Tuesday.
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Kellie Poole: Woman's cold water therapy death concerns coroner
An inquest finds Kellie Poole's death was likely caused by an undiagnosed heart condition.
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Rosebank oil field: Will it mean cheaper energy bills?
Regulators have approved the development of a controversial oil field in the North Sea.
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Largest ever Irish drug seizure after ship raided
Irish authorities say that more than €150m of suspected cocaine has been seized from a cargo ship.
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Iraq fire: At least 100 killed in blaze at wedding party in Qaraqosh
It is not yet clear what caused the blaze, but reports say it broke out after fireworks were lit.
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H&M admits it needs to improve sizing consistency
The retailer admits sizing needs to be more consistent after facing a backlash to its new returns fee.
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Tuesday, 26 September 2023
Shrinkflation strikes again as Galaxy chocolate gets smaller
Mars says making the bar smaller was "necessary" because of higher costs such as raw materials.
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London still facing armed officer shortage - Met chief
Sir Mark Rowley says disruption is ongoing after hundreds of officers stepped back from firearms duties.
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US actors' union members vote to authorise video game strike
The latest potential Hollywood strike relates to voice, motion capture and stunt work in video games.
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Watch: Teenagers in stolen vehicle lead police in Florida car chase
Video posted on social media shows the two suspects leading the police in a high-speed chase on a highway.
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New images of 5,000-year-old Highland burial site
Carn Glas is Scotland's longest burial site of its kind and thought to be about 5,000 years old.
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Ukraine: The soldiers who can’t leave the front line until the war is over
For Ukrainian troops, life on the front line is far from easy, as the BBC's Mark Urban witnessed up close.
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HS2: Scrapping Manchester link would be very stupid, says ex-rail chief
Former Strategic Rail Authority boss says cancelling the leg to Manchester would hurt other projects.
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Monday, 25 September 2023
HS2: What is the route and why could part of it be cancelled?
The high-speed railway between London, the Midlands and North of England could be scaled back.
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Hundreds of Met armed officers hand in guns as Army on standby
The Met insists the vast majority of armed officers remain on duty, despite calling in extra police.
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Child serial killer Lucy Letby to face retrial over attempted murder charge
The former nurse will stand trial next year on one count of the attempted murder of a baby girl.
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Australian lethal mushroom mystery survivor leaves hospital
Erin Patterson cooked a meal using mushrooms which killed three relatives, but one has survived.
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Dozens of vintage cars on show at Weston-super-Mare vintage car rally
Classic car enthusiasts flock to airfield for annual wheels event.
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Sunday, 24 September 2023
Lost painting by Artemisia Gentileschi goes on display
The work by renowned painter Artemisia Gentileschi was left in storage for more than 100 years.
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South China Sea: Philippines says Beijing installed floating barrier in contested area
The Philippines says the barrier prevents fishermen from entering a shoal in the South China Sea.
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Locally controlled buses return to Greater Manchester after 37 years
Greater Manchester's mayor Andy Burnham hails the "coming-of-age moment" for English devolution.
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Swansea woman quizzed under terror laws after holiday
Ann Marie Davies says it is "unclear" why she was stopped at the airport after returning home.
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Saturday, 23 September 2023
China sentences Uyghur scholar to life in jail
Rahile Dawut loses appeal against a charge of endangering state security, a rights group says.
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Met Police: Mayor refuses to rule out breaking up force if reforms fail
Sadiq Khan spoke after unveiling a new London Policing Board to oversee and scrutinise the Met.
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Rishi Sunak scraps home energy efficiency taskforce
The group set up to drive home insulation and boiler upgrades is a casualty of the PM's green rethink.
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Pope Francis says migration is a reality in call for action during France visit
The pontiff says people risking their lives at sea "do not invade" during a visit to Marseille.
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Friday, 22 September 2023
Rupert Murdoch: How magnate transformed Australia’s media
The 92-year-old businessman changed the face of news worldwide, but it all started at home.
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Ethiopian Prince Alemayehu's lock of hair returned after 140 years in UK
Prince Alemayehu, who was taken to the UK aged seven, died at 18 after an unhappy upbringing.
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Amazon Prime Video content to start including ads next year
Amazon says its Prime Video users will see ads on TV shows and movies unless they pay extra.
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Two jailed for killing French bus driver over Covid mask rule
The French driver was beaten after asking two passengers to adjust their masks during the pandemic.
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Hope for mortgage rate cuts after Bank of England decision
Brokers predict there could be falls in the cost of mortgages after a string of interest rate rises ends.
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Thursday, 21 September 2023
James Bulger's mum 'shocked' about killer's parole hearing
Jon Venables, who killed the toddler in 1993, has been granted a hearing that could see his release.
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H&M says free to return online purchases in store
Its website had previously said customers must pay £1.99 to return parcels either in store or online.
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Russell Brand: How the comedian built his YouTube audience on half-truths
The comedian has spent recent years building an online presence, often getting millions of views.
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Firms forced to sell more electric cars despite petrol ban delay
Car makers will still have to ensure over a fifth of cars sold are electric from 2024, industry sources say.
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Wednesday, 20 September 2023
British Gymnastics publishes list of banned coaches and members in bid to reform sport
British Gymnastics publishes a list of banned coaches and members - consisting of 62 people - as part of its plan to reform the sport.
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UK inflation: Slowing food prices drive surprise fall
Prices are now rising at their slowest rate in a year-and-a-half with inflation falling to 6.7% in August.
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Child wore nappy to school due to lack of appropriate toilets
Shelbie Heasley took her daughter Violet out of her school as it had no wheelchair accessible toilet.
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Man Utd: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer criticises some players from time in charge at Old Trafford
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer criticises the behaviour of some players during his time as Manchester United manager, saying they were not as good as they thought they were.
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MLB: Seattle Mariners' Josh Rojas creatively tags out Oakland Athletics' Tony Kemp
This Seattle Mariner leapfrogged Oakland Athletics towards their 7-2 win.
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Solheim Cup 2023: Europe v USA - Gemma Dryburgh on lack of rookie fear
Scotland's Gemma Dryburgh says she has no fear about her Solheim Cup debut because she "knows she is just as good" as the USA team stars.
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Warning petrol ban delay could stop people buying electric
Plans to push back the ban on new petrol and diesel cars could delay shift to electric, the SMMT says.
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Tuesday, 19 September 2023
Why are some Sikhs calling for a separate homeland in India?
The killing of a separatist activist in Canada stokes tensions between India and diaspora Sikh communities.
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Leicester Wilko workers dance during final shift
Store colleagues bring their time working together to an end with a group dance.
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H&M starts charging shoppers for online returns
Customers must now pay £1.99 when they return items either in store or online, although members are exempt.
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Monday, 18 September 2023
Call of Duty Warzone esport teams compete for £100,000 prize
The Call of Duty Warzone world champs were crowned in London at an interesting time for the UK scene.
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World's oldest post office in Sanquhar finds new owners
Barry and Mary Ford were living in Florida when they first heard the Sanquhar site was up for sale.
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Clean-up operation under way after Devon flash floods
Communities across Devon are clearing up after torrential rain flooded homes, roads and businesses.
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Khartoum: Fire guts landmark skyscraper
The Greater Nile Petroleum Operating Company Tower had been engulfed in flames in the Sudan's capital.
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Disability benefits cost could rocket, report says
The study says action needs to be taken to improve the health of people who are about to retire.
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Sunday, 17 September 2023
Manchester: Workman dies as wall collapses at house
A man in his 40s died despite efforts of emergency service workers to save him
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Online Safety Bill will have failed if harm not stopped - Ian Russell
Ian Russell says the Online Safety Bill must stop the kind of images his daughter saw before she died.
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Shein in talks to buy Missguided from Mike Ashley's Frasers Group
Retail group Frasers is looking to sell the online clothing brand to the global fast fashion giant.
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Industry has questions to answer on Russell Brand - Cleverly
Comedian Russell Brand has denied sexual assault allegations, with scrutiny also on the TV business.
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Lampedusa: Ursula von der Leyen and Giorgia Meloni visit island after migrant boat fears
More than 8,000 migrants have arrived on the Italian island over the past three days.
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James Cleverly refuses to say if he raised Parliament spy claim with China
The foreign secretary says he has talked about the "interference in our democracy" with China.
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Libya floods: 'All that's left is rubble and dirt and destruction'
The BBC's Anna Foster describes the devastation in the Libyan city of Derna after floods a week ago.
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England v Japan: Upbeat England aim for Rugby World Cup statement victory
England have talked golf, padel and cricket in the build-up to Sunday's pool-stage meeting with Japan, but the fun and games needs to be backed up with further improvement.
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Saturday, 16 September 2023
Manchester stabbing: Nathaniel Shani was polite and caring - family
Nathaniel Shani, 14, died in hospital on Friday night after being stabbed in Manchester.
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Manchester stabbing: Teenager arrested as boy, 14, dies
Another 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.
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Lampedusa: Italy recovers body of newborn baby from migrant boat
The child's mother is likely to have given birth on the journey to Lampedusa, reports say.
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Body found in search for UK fighter Daniel Burke in Ukraine, say police
Daniel Burke, from Manchester, had been fighting for Ukraine in the war against Russia since 2022.
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Buckingham Palace: Arrest after man scales Royal Mews wall
An intruder was seen climbing a wall towards the historic royal carriages at about 01:25 BST.
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Ukraine's Crimea attacks seen as key to counter-offensive against Russia
This week's attacks against Russian targets are part of increased efforts to cut supply lines.
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Friday, 15 September 2023
Top Boy finale not made to please everyone - star
The popular Netflix drama's ending divided critics and fans after more than a decade on screens.
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Apple to update iPhone 12 in France over radiation
Apple will update the phone in France but not elsewhere over what it says is "not a safety concern".
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Everton takeover news: Farhad Moshiri agrees to sell club to American investment fund
Premier League Everton are set to have new owners after Farhad Moshiri agrees to sell his 94% stake in the club to 777 Partners.
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Thursday, 14 September 2023
French iPhone 12 warning: European regulators examine alert on radiation levels
European regulators assess possible health risks after France's decision to temporarily halt sales.
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Harry Maguire's mum says abuse of defender goes far beyond football
The England and Man Utd star's mum says what her son is dealing with has gone "far beyond" football.
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Father's anger after children left stranded on train platform
Ben Newman said he was on the train when it pulled away after he got separated from his two boys.
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Wednesday, 13 September 2023
US inflation pressures stubborn as fuel prices rise
The US inflation rate was 3.7% over the 12 months to August, up from 3.2% in July.
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Beacon Hill Academy: Girls out of lessons in stretchy trousers row
A head says uniform checks "aren't new" and he makes "no apologies" for having high standards.
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Trans guidance is needed in schools, parents tell BBC
As the new school terms gets under way, parents share different views about why they want guidance.
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Jean Boht: Bread actress dies at 91
The actress was best known for playing matriarch Nellie Boswell in the Liverpool-set 1980s TV sitcom.
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Major jobs announcement kicks off investment conference
The 1,000 new jobs at professional services firm EY will be based in Belfast and at the north west.
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Tuesday, 12 September 2023
Stolen Van Gogh handed to Dutch art sleuth in Ikea bag
Arthur Brand met an unnamed man under a tree during a mysterious, years-long quest to find the work.
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Slug & Lettuce and Yates's owner to charge more at peak hours
Stonegate, which owns Slug & Lettuce and Yates's bars, will add about 20p to a pint during busy periods.
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Cyber-attack hits MGM Resorts' casinos and hotels
Customers also report problems with payments and check-in as IT systems go down at the group's hotels.
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Why is sewage pumped into rivers and the sea?
What is being done about raw sewage discharges into rivers and the sea?
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Pensions: Women get 35% less than men due to care responsibilities
Taking time off or working part-time means less money can be saved in pensions for retirement.
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Monday, 11 September 2023
Angel Lynn: Paralysed woman speaks first word since kidnap injuries
Angel Lynn has been unable to talk since suffering severe injuries in a fall from a fast-moving van in 2020.
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Military truck in Taunton rams through police road block
A privately owned military truck is driven into police cars, damaging a total of nine vehicles.
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What went wrong at Wilko?
The beloved discount retailer was founded in 1930 but now all 400 stores are set to close within weeks.
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Luis Rubiales resignation a win for Spain's women's team
The World Cup victors look to have eventually won this particular battle over consent and gender equality.
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Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis: Backlash over support for rapist Danny Masterson
The actors, who starred in That '70s Show with Masterson, wrote letters of support to a judge.
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Sunday, 10 September 2023
Great North Run 2023: Mo Farah finishes fourth in final race of career
Britain's four-time Olympic champion Mo Farah is "very emotional" as he finishes fourth in the final race of his illustrious career at the Great North Run.
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UK government to be reported to UN over strike law by TUC
The Trade Union Congress says it will make the report because the law does not meet global standards.
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England v New Zealand: Second ODI at Southampton delayed by rain
The second one-day international between England and New Zealand at The Ageas Bowl is delayed by rain.
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Salisbury Cathedral restoration complete after four decades
Scaffolding around the cathedral will be removed after the completion of decades of renovations.
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Saturday, 9 September 2023
Inside the high-stakes soap opera that led to political chaos
Key players tell Laura Kuenssberg how six years of political turbulence rocked the British state.
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Watch: Sightings of catering lorry used in prison escape
Footage shows various sightings of the vehicle after it left HMP Wandsworth.
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Friday, 8 September 2023
Fines threat over 'sadistic' animal abuse content
The government wants to fine social media companies millions for facilitating online animal abuse.
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Johnny Kitagawa's sexual abuse: Japan's worst kept secret
For decades, sexual assault accusations marred his career - and for decades, the media failed to investigate.
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S Club hope to 'help save one life' with British Heart Foundation link-up
The group has teamed up with the British Heart Foundation following the death of Paul Cattermole.
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Gas prices jump as strikes in Australia begin
A row over pay and conditions has led to walkouts at two liquefied natural gas facilities.
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Thursday, 7 September 2023
Period trackers to be reviewed over data concerns
Many women are worried about the information they share, the regulator says.
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Third arrest in Crooked House fire investigation
A 51-year-old man is questioned on conspiracy to commit arson after the fire at the landmark pub.
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Several theatres shut doors over fears about RAAC concrete
Gigs by Jimmy Carr and Shrek the Musical are called off as several venues with RAAC shut their doors.
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Wandsworth prison life: Decay, drugs and drudgery
Prison is described as a "powder keg" with overcrowding, understaffing and plagues of vermin.
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Stonehaven crash victim 'was talking to me one minute and gone the next'
A survivor describes the Stonehaven rail crash and her shock at the death of conductor Donald Dinnie.
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Wednesday, 6 September 2023
Brazilian state reels after its worst cyclone disaster
At least 27 people die in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, with more flooding expected.
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Call of Duty: London Royal Ravens esports franchise moves to US
The move means there will be no UK or European teams in the 2024 Call of Duty league.
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Students cut back on food as cost of living soars
Some had to skip meals, take on debt or dip into savings last year as costs soared, research shows.
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Tuesday, 5 September 2023
Schools struggle over RAAC crumbling concrete measures
A governor tells the BBC her school is struggling to find engineers to provide remedial work.
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Mid Bedfordshire by-election date set for Nadine Dorries' seat
A poll is called for October as the former culture secretary steps down weeks after saying she would.
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Harry Potter: Proof copy found in Oxford school fails to sell
The Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone proof bought for £1 in 1997 was put up for auction.
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Monday, 4 September 2023
Watch: Dogs perform Mozart with orchestra in Denmark
Three dogs participated in a performance of the Hunting Symphony, a piece by Mozart's father Leopold.
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Airlines could face crackdown on hidden fees
Consumers should have accurate information upfront before making a purchase, the government says.
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Rustem Umerov: Who is Ukraine's next defence minister?
The man due to take over from Oleksii Reznikov is a leading member of the Crimean Tatar community.
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Sunday, 3 September 2023
Coventry: Pedestrian and cyclist hit by car die from injuries
A man is being questioned after three people were hurt, two fatally, in separate incidents.
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Israel: Netanyahu wants immediate deportation of Eritreans after Tel Aviv violence
PM Benjamin Netanyahu wants the immediate deportation of Eritreans who took part in Tel Aviv riots.
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Samuel Newey: British volunteer killed in Ukraine 'had a giving heart'
Samuel Newey fought in Ukraine but also helped with humanitarian work, his friend says.
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Five ways to save money on your packed lunch
The lunchbox is back after the summer holidays so here are some top tips on making savings at lunchtime.
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Alix Popham suffers concussion at Tenby's Ironman
Former Wales flanker Alix Popham was kicked in the head while swimming in a "cruel twist of fate".
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Sunderland boy, 5, is 'youngest' to finish Coast-to-Coast
Ollie crosses the finish line after walking nearly 200 miles from St Bees to Robin Hood's Bay.
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Jeremy Hunt says government will 'spend what it takes' to make schools safe
Chancellor says government must spend to ensure schools are safe from crumbly concrete
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Saturday, 2 September 2023
Teachers in weekend dash to make schools safe to open
Many are altering timetables and seeking new classrooms after having to shut unsafe concrete buildings.
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King Charles dons new tartan for Highland games in Braemar
The King attended Braemar in honour of his late mother, wearing a kilt in the new King Charles III tartan.
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Ukraine war: Nobel Prize invitation to Russia and Iran withdrawn
The Nobel Foundation says the U-turn comes after strong reaction against it in Sweden.
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Australia launches mission to rescue Antarctic researcher
An icebreaker is sent from Tasmania to evacuate an Australian with a "developing medical condition".
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Rhod Gilbert plans new tour after cancer treatment
The comedian says his new attitude is that "life's too short" after undergoing cancer treatment.
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Jimmy Buffett: Margaritaville singer dies aged 76
The Grammy-nominated musician is also remembered as a successful author and entrepreneur.
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Murder arrests over human remains near Bournemouth cliff path
Two people are held on suspicion of murder after a 49-year-old man's remains were found near the sea.
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Friday, 1 September 2023
'Old bucket' turns out to be 'excessively rare' Anglo-Saxon bowl
Auctioneers say the relic unearthed by Chris Ulliott could fetch up to £30,000.
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Grant Shapps: Five government jobs in one year
A 60-second look at new UK defence secretary Grant Shapps's busy CV from the last 12 months.
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