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Thursday, 30 November 2023

Newsnight: BBC News chief says Newsnight cuts reflects changing audience habits

More than 30 jobs are closing at Newsnight as part of a string of changes to save money.

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RMT union votes to end rail strikes until at least spring

Rail workers have voted to accept a pay deal, ending their involvement in a long-running series of strikes.

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Wednesday, 29 November 2023

Energy saving scheme: What is the energy saving scheme for electricity?

A scheme to reward people for cutting back on electricity use is running for a second day.

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Bake Off winner relieved to finally talk about victory

The winner says after a buttercream flop trying not to blab about his victory was "challenging".

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Tuesday, 28 November 2023

Robert De Niro tells Gotham Awards his speech was edited without his knowledge

The actor says the speech he was reading was edited, removing critical comments about Donald Trump.

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Monday, 27 November 2023

Potholes: AA advises drivers to avoid puddles to limit vehicle damage

The AA blames the increase in pothole-related problems on poor weather and recent storms.

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Bellingham breaks Ronaldo scoring record as Real go top

Jude Bellingham scores his 14th goal of the season as Real Madrid return to the top of La Liga with a 3-0 victory at lowly Cadiz.

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Sunday, 26 November 2023

CM Punk: WWE star makes shock return at Survivor Series

After an acrimonious split with the company in 2014, the 45-year-old returns at an event in Chicago.

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Metropolitan Police officer charged with attempted rape

The alleged offences are said to have happened in 2013, the force says.

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Saturday, 25 November 2023

Hackney man who caused killer crash wanted for jail recall

Gerald Cotter was jailed in 2017 for causing a crash in London in which a young motorcyclist died.

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Badshah: Bollywood rapper says fame can be uncomfortable

As he prepares for his UK tour, the Bollywood rapper opens up about fame and his mental health.

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Friday, 24 November 2023

Judge invited to taste test cider in Aldi row

Somerset brewer Thatchers accuses Aldi of "copycatting" its Cloudy Lemon Cider for its Taurus drink.

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West Midlands Police: More scrutiny for force after heavy criticism

The force's investigative work is not leading to satisfactory results for victims, inspectors say.

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Thursday, 23 November 2023

Autumn Statement: Hunt denies tax cuts were pre-election giveaway

The chancellor insists his financial plans are not "crowd-pleasing" and he is not being dishonest.

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Moment car flew before exploding at US-Canada border crossing

Surveillance video shows the speeding vehicle go airborne before an explosion that killed two people.

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Wednesday, 22 November 2023

How lockdown inspired fight against period poverty

Inside a project tackling period poverty, with an army of thousands of volunteers across the world.

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Ferrari chairman John Elkann says team '100%' moving in right direction

Chairman John Elkann "couldn't be happier" about the prospects of Ferrari returning to the top of F1 under Frederic Vasseur.

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Tuesday, 21 November 2023

OpenAI: Microsoft wants changes after Sam Altman debacle

Microsoft's CEO responds to the chaos at OpenAI, where the boss's sacking has caused a staff revolt.

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Nicola Bulley: Personal disclosures by police 'unnecessary'

Police are criticised for revealing personal information during their search for the missing mother.

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'I had to cut up old clothes to use as period pads'

Inside a project tackling period poverty, with an army of thousands of volunteers across the world.

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Monday, 20 November 2023

Chris Mason: Jeremy Hunt looks likely to cut taxes - the question is where?

The focus of the Autumn Statement is expected to be on business taxes and growing the economy.

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Chris Mason: Jeremy Hunt looks likely to cut taxes - the question is where?

The focus of the Autumn Statement is expected to be on business taxes and growing the economy.

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Sunday, 19 November 2023

Heathrow passengers facing delays after strong winds

Some travellers are waiting for hours after Air Traffic Control restricts take-offs and landings.

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Israel-Gaza: Protests against MPs cross a line, says Rachel Reeves

The shadow chancellor says protesting outside the homes and offices of MPs is "intimidation".

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Cornwall shaken by 2.7 magnitude earthquake

The tremor was felt by people across west Cornwall, who say it was like thunder or an avalanche.

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Glastonbury 2024 tickets sell out in under an hour

Those who missed out will now have to wait for re-sale dates for the world-famous festival.

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Saturday, 18 November 2023

China navy used sonar pulses against divers, Australia says

Canberra says naval divers suffered injuries following a high-seas encounter with a Chinese warship.

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Elon Musk's Starship rocket to make second flight

The vehicle's maiden flight in April ended when it exploded four minutes after leaving the ground.

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Taylor Swift 'devastated' as fan dies before show

The pop star gave out water bottles to fans during the concert in Brazil, amid sweltering heat.

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Wales football fans arrested in Armenia ahead of qualifier

About 1,200 supporters travelled to capital Yerevan ahead of the European Championships qualifier

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Friday, 17 November 2023

Bouncy castle tragedy: Firm charged after six children killed

Wind gusts blew away a castle during a primary school fair in Tasmania, Australia, almost two years ago.

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David Bowie tour photographs on show in Nailsworth exhibition

Photos of the pop megastar which were taken by a childhood friend are on show in a new exhibition.

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Health Secretary Victoria Atkins says husband's sugar job no conflict

Victoria Atkins says she has always been absolutely "scrupulous" in declaring her interests.

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Dartmoor Zoo welcomes 'world's rarest big cat'

Fredo the Amur leopard is now registered on a zoological "dating site" as part of a breeding programme.

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Thursday, 16 November 2023

James Cleverly makes Rwanda vow as Lord Sumption queries plan

The home secretary says the Rwanda plan will be "fixed" but an ex-justice says new laws won't help.

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Harry Styles haircut reveal lights up fan debate

The former One Direction star confirms his famous mop top is History - and fans have strong thoughts.

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Labour united despite Gaza resignations, says John Healey

The shadow defence secretary says Labour is not a protest party after 10 frontbenchers rebelled in the Commons.

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Wednesday, 15 November 2023

Can government claim credit for fall in inflation?

The government says it has helped slow prices, but economists argue global factors are responsible.

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Can government claim credit for fall in inflation?

The government says it has helped slow prices, but economists argue global factors are responsible.

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Co-op store workers' lives threatened by suspected shoplifters

The Co-op says there are 3,000 occasions this year where shoplifters have been detained in their stores.

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Tuesday, 14 November 2023

Hounslow fire: Investigation continues after death of family

The adults who lived at the property were named locally as Aroen Kishen and his wife Seema.

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Monday, 13 November 2023

Iceland quakes weaker but volcano warning persists

Seismic activity has been less intense but a volcanic eruption still seems imminent, scientists say.

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WATCH: Cameron's return surprises BBC's on-air political correspondent

Chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman looked like he'd seen a ghost on BBC Breakfast.

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Suella Braverman, the ex-head girl who took on political battles

She has lost her job as home secretary after accusing the Met Police of bias in the policing of protests.

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Sunday, 12 November 2023

NHS board named in Glasgow hospital corporate homicide probe

The move follows the deaths of four patients at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow.

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We Were There: 'We had to confuse the German bombers'

Pamela Galloway was involved in the Battle of the Beams as both the RAF and Luftwaffe tried to confuse enemy aircraft and direct them off-target.

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Newark: Investigation into large industrial waste fire

Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service says it will work with partners to determine the cause.

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Middlesbrough Council defends charging landlord £43,000

Gareth Stobart says the council is charging over £800 for each bedroom in a block of student flats.

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Saturday, 11 November 2023

Fake audio of Sadiq Khan is not a crime, says Met

Police probe phoney content purporting to show the mayor of London commenting on Remembrance events.

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Questions remain over missing man who died between fence panels

Police took two months to find Lee Bowman's body, because they wrongly assumed he was still alive.

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We Were There: 'I'm no ruddy hero'

Alfred “Barney” Barnett joined the RAF after his mother’s house was bombed and he decided it was time to fight back.

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Ukraine war: Kyiv hit by first air attack in 52 days, say authorities

Elsewhere, near the Black Sea port of Odesa, there were reports of at least two missile attacks.

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Friday, 10 November 2023

Microsoft Teams and Xbox down for some in UK and Europe

Users are complaining of problems accessing workplace app and the gaming platform.

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Microsoft Teams and Xbox down for some in UK and Europe

Users are complaining of problems accessing workplace app and the gaming platform.

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Prince Harry wins latest stage in newspaper claims

A judge rules privacy claims against Associated Newspapers can go forward to a trial.

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Ex-NatWest boss loses out on £7.6m payout after Farage row

Dame Alison Rose resigned after admitting to discussing details about Nigel Farage's bank account.

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Thursday, 9 November 2023

China's 'communist spies' in the dock in Taiwan

At least 16 people have been accused of spying on behalf of China in the past year.

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Apple should pay €13bn Irish tax, argues EU lawyer

The opinion is the latest twist in a long-running saga between the EU, Apple and the Irish government.

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Wednesday, 8 November 2023

Timbaland apologises for saying Justin Timberlake should 'muzzle' Britney Spears

The producer was criticised for saying Justin Timberlake should "put a muzzle" on his ex-girlfriend.

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Leeds school stabbing: Victim named as Alfie Lewis

Tributes are being left in memory of the schoolboy Alfie Lewis who died after being stabbed in Leeds.

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Football regulation: What does it mean for the Scottish game?

English football is getting an independent regulator - will the Scottish game be regulated by proxy?

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Google Street View: The unlikely London sites you can see from home

With Tube stations being added to Street View, where else in the city is already virtually viewable?

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Tuesday, 7 November 2023

King's Speech: The quirks and crowns of the King's State Opening

King Charles is to deliver his first King's Speech in a historic ceremony full of unusual traditions.

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China: DouYu founder, investment guru 'detained'

They include a streaming app founder and an executive referred to as China's Warren Buffett.

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Minister 'open to discussion' about fireworks ban

There have been calls for a ban on firework sales after violent clashes in Edinburgh at the weekend.

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Monday, 6 November 2023

British Steel to shut furnace putting up to 2,000 jobs at risk

The firm is set to announce the Scunthorpe blast furnace will shut, affecting up to 2,000 jobs.

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British Steel to shut furnace putting up to 2,000 jobs at risk

The Chinese-owned company is set to announce the closure of its Scunthorpe blast furnace.

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Sunday, 5 November 2023

Hostage drama at Hamburg Airport is over, police say

Hostage situation at Hamburg Airport ends after 18 hours, with suspect arrested and daughter apparently unharmed, police say

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Refund calls as smoke 'blocks' Edgbaston fireworks display

Videos show thick plumes of smoke blocking the view with the stadium saying it is investigating.

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Rafah crossing: More than 100 Britons leave Gaza but dozens remain

Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden tells the BBC he hopes the Rafah crossing will reopen on Sunday.

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DJ shot dead during live broadcast in Philippines

The incident, which happened at around 05:30 local time, was broadcast live.

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Saturday, 4 November 2023

Minister's awkward EU summit kiss causes controversy

Croatia's foreign minister has apologised saying the greeting was "maybe an awkward moment".

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Devon and Cornwall forecast brings new flooding fears

The Met Office extends a yellow warning for rain after Storm CiarĂ¡n brought flooding and damage to the region.

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Friday, 3 November 2023

Maersk to cut 10,000 jobs as shipping demand falls

One of the world's largest export firms reported a fall in profits as freight costs have plunged.

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Steven Tyler: Woman accuses Aerosmith singer of sexual assault

In a case filed at New York's Supreme Court, the woman says she suffered "severe emotional distress".

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Thursday, 2 November 2023

'I'll still be paying my student loan off at 60'

Scottish graduates are seeing their student loan debt rising at a rate of 6.25% a year.

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Adam Johnson: Inquest to open into death of ice hockey player

Adam Johnson, 29, died after his neck was cut by a skate during a match.

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Tributes to axe attack victim in BBC series The Detectives

Cameron Brooksbank's death was announced on the final episode of The Detectives: Taking Down an OCG.

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Wednesday, 1 November 2023

Cricket World Cup 2023: Australia's Glenn Maxwell out of England match after golf buggy fall

Australia batter Glenn Maxwell will miss Saturday's World Cup match against England after falling off the back of a golf buggy and suffering a concussion.

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