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Reform UK gains and Labour losses in the early English local election results.

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Trump gives EU ultimatum deadline to approve trade deal with US

Trump's deadline to the European Union came as a trade court ruled his global tariff policy violated US law.

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Paul McCartney’s 'lost bass’ and its remarkable return after 51 years

The story of Paul McCartney’s original Höfner bass and the fan-powered quest to find it.

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Higgins returns for Ireland to face Wales

Ireland head coach Scott Bemand makes one change to his starting XV for Saturday's Women's Six Nations home game against Wales.

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Was Arsenal ecstasy justified or a 'bit too much'?

Arsenal have reached the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years but did they over-celebrate Tuesday's win over Atletico Madrid?

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UK long-term borrowing costs reach 28-year high

There have been extra jitters in UK government debt markets ahead of Thursday's local and national elections.

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Polanski says he was wrong to claim he was a Red Cross spokesman

The Green Party leader tells the BBC he hosted fundraisers for the charity but had not used the right word when describing his role.

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French broadcaster hits back at Bath's TMO criticism

French television broadcaster says the "video referee is the master of what he wants to see" in response to Bath boss Johann van Graan's TMO criticism.

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Modi's BJP conquers Bengal, one of India's toughest political frontiers

West Bengal’s verdict could reshape not just the state’s politics, but the future trajectory of Modi’s BJP.

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Nigeria plans to repatriate nationals willing to leave South Africa after attacks

There has been a wave of anti-migrant protests in South Africa, some of which have turned violent.

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Watford sack boss Still after less than three months

Watford sack head coach Ed Still after less than three months in charge at Vicarage Road following the team's failure to reach the play-offs.

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The Real Greek rescued by Cote Brasserie-owner

All but nine of the Mediterranean chain's 28 outlets are being taken over by the family-owned Karali group.

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Usyk helping Joshua plot path to beat Fury

Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk believes Anthony Joshua will beat Tyson Fury and has been helping him with his gameplan for the all-British contest.

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Police station car bomb accused appears in court

A 66 year old appears in court a week after a bomb exploded outside Dunmurry Police Station.

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Saudi Arabian owners' desire for Newcastle 'unchanged'

Head coach Eddie Howe says Newcastle's owners remain "ambitious" for the club despite the Saudi Arabian PIF's decision to pull out of funding LIV Golf.

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'We're in a successful band but still work jobs'

Red Rum Club lead singer Fran Doran spoke to BBC North West ahead of the local elections

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The 92mph England fast bowler ready to move on from difficult debut

A stronger and faster Sonny Baker is ready to put last summer's difficult white-ball debuts for England behind him.

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Four key takeaways from Jerome Powell's final rate decision as Fed chair

Powell's news conference after holding rates covered the US-Israel war with Iran, inflation, legal attacks, and the Fed's independence.

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Pimblett blames ego for UFC loss to Gaethje

Paddy Pimblett reflects on his loss to Justin Gaethje as he returns to camp for his comeback fight in July.

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Why has the UAE left Opec - and why does this matter?

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.

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Prada launches Indian-made sandals after cultural appropriation backlash

Prada had faced backlash last year after it showcased similar designs at a fashion show without acknowledging their Indian roots.

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Electronic line-calling in Madrid wrong - Rybakina

Elena Rybakina says she does not "trust" the electronic line-calling system following a disputed decision in her win against Zheng Qinwen at the Madrid Open.

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Average rent up to nearly £1,000 in Plymouth

A housing charity boss says more and more people are struggling to find somewhere to live.

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Sawe smashes two-hour barrier to make history in London

Sabastian Sawe makes history as the first person to run a sub-two hour marathon in a competitive race at the London Marathon.

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Which airlines are cancelling flights to the UK - and what can you do?

Airlines are putting up prices and cancelling flights in response to higher jet fuel prices.

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'Dad had a gun under his pillow' to protect largest UK medieval coin hoard

The Fishpool Hoard - consisting of more than 1,200 coins - was uncovered more than 60 years ago.

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Murdered toddler James Bulger's family find items from vandalised grave

The grave of James Bulger, who was murdered in 1993, has been vandalised twice, his family says.

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Mali army says armed groups launch coordinated attacks across country

Witnesses report explosions and sustained gunfire near a military base outside the capital, Bamako.

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Howe 'looks forward' to talks with Newcastle owners

Head coach Eddie Howe says he is looking forward to sitting down with Newcastle United's owners next week to "express things from my perspective".

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Blackburn legend Parkes dies aged 76

Former Blackburn Rovers player and coach Tony Parkes has died, aged 76.

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Grocers aim for cost-of-living help 'with dignity'

Produce from Woking Community Grocery is offered to customers at a significantly reduced rate.

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Rangers captain Tavernier to leave in summer after 11 years

Captain James Tavernier announces he will leave Rangers at the end of the season, after 11 years at Ibrox.

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Could UK interest rates go up?

The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

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Prepare for turbulence - how a prolonged Middle East conflict could reshape how we fly

The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.

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How Haaland and Gabriel went head-to-head in 'old school battle'

Match of the Day pundits Wayne Rooney and Danny Murphy discuss how "two top players" in Erling Haaland and Gabriel went head-to-head in Manchester City's 2-1 victory against Arsenal.

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Mortgage rates show signs of falling after Iran war peak

Major lenders make rate reductions as markets take some heart from a possible truce in the Iran war.

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Rat poison found in HiPP baby food jar in Austria, police say

The band warned on Saturday that consuming the purées many be potentially "life-threatening".

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Zelensky condemns US extension of Russian sanctions waiver

The US argues that the waiver is meant to ease the energy supply crunch sparked by the US-Israel war with Iran.

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£111 trains will have 'chilling effect' on World Cup - Fifa

Fifa hits back at criticism from New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill, saying vastly inflated train fares at the 2026 World Cup will have a "chilling effect".

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Otter mayhem after 'challenging beast' sneaks into garden centre

A fishing net had to be used to capture the "challenging beast" in a south of Scotland store.

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Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, is on an exciting quest

Puss teams up with a fellow thieving feline and Humpty Dumpty to go on an exciting quest.

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No issues with UK fuel supply, says Reeves

The chancellor was speaking at the end of the International Monetary Fund meeting in Washington.

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Ekitike to miss rest of season and World Cup with ruptured Achilles

France striker Hugo Ekitike will miss the World Cup after suffering a rupture of the Achilles tendon during Liverpool's Champions League defeat by Paris St-Germain on Tuesday.

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Fake damage and imaginary watches - how AI images are being used in insurance scams

An insurer reports a 71% rise in fraudulent claims, driven partly by an increase in faked images.

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Refereeing in Atletico tie 'a robbery' - Barca's Raphinha

Barcelona's exit from the Champions League quarter-finals was "a robbery", says their forward Raphinha.

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Commuters welcome second year of Translink fare freeze

Liz Kimmins acknowledged the decision was taken against a difficult funding backdrop for the public transport company.

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Sexist abuse of Union Berlin boss 'embarrassing'

Union Berlin director of football Horst Heldt condemns "insane" sexist abuse directed at new head coach Marie-Louise Eta.

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US home buyers 'frozen' as sales slump over Iran war fears

The number of homes sold in the US hit a nine-month low, with economists warning of the slowdown could worsen.

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Another Sunday In Hell: The brutal race that thwarts the greats

Paris-Roubaix's remains elite's sport's most volatile journey of daring and dust. And the Hell of the North is the one race legend Tadej Pogacar still can't win.

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Australian teenager Gout faster than Bolt at 18

Australian 18-year-old sprinter Gout Gout goes quicker than Usain Bolt did at the same age to win at his national championships.

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Man charged over deaths of four people who drowned crossing Channel

A man is charged over the deaths of two men and two women who drowned trying to cross the Channel on Thursday.

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Labrinth not involved in Euphoria's third season

The London singer shaped the music for the first two series but has since said he is "done" with it.

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Is Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth waging a holy war against Iran?

And his purge of top generals at the Pentagon

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Cardoso takes nine wickets in T20 international

Brazil's Laura Cardoso becomes the first player ever to take nine wickets in a T20 international, recording figures of 9-4 against Lesotho.

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How do student tuition and maintenance loans work?

There has been a growing debate around the repayment terms of Plan 2 student loans in England.

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Grand National pinstickers' guide to runners

Runners, riders, trainers and form - all the key details you need to know for Saturday's big race at Aintree.

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UK house prices fall as Iran war uncertainty dampens demand

Mortgage rates have been rising and hundreds of the cheapest deals have disappeared over the last month.

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Trapped miner rescued from flooded Mexican tunnel after 14 days

The 42-year-old gold miner was standing in waist-high water when rescuers found him in a flooded tunnel.

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'I ended up paying £500': Your subscription trap stories

Many readers have experienced the ordeal of cancelling a subscription.

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'I'm 67 and they've finally given me a cap'

Former Gloucester flanker John Gadd says it is "surreal" to be given England cap 44 years after he played for his country.

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What do businesses want ahead of the election?

Shops, cafes and restaurants in Cardigan say increasing costs and low footfall are making it harder.

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How the Iran war affects your money and bills

The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

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I Am Maximus & Nick Rockett head Grand National confirmations

The past two winners of the Grand National - I Am Maximus and Nick Rockett - head the five-day confirmations for Saturday's race at Aintree.

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Murder arrests after man dies outside cocktail bar

An assault outside MyBar on Charminster Road was reported to police in the early hours.

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Wilder beats Chisora in thrilling split decision bout

Deontay Wilder beats Derek Chisora with a split decision win after a dramatic heavyweight contest.

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'Let's do it' - Wilder calls out Joshua after win

Deontay Wilder tells Anthony Joshua "let's do it" following the American's points victory over Derek Chisora.

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Ex-England defender Trippier to leave Newcastle

Kieran Trippier is to leave Newcastle United when the defender's contract expires this summer.

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Fears cost of water and beer to soar as India's scorching summer hits

Makers of plastic and glass bottles are struggling to access raw materials as the war squeezes supplies.

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BBC announces editor of Radio 4's Today programme

Rebecca Keating has worked at the BBC for 20 years and calls her new role an "immense privilege".

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Reform spokesperson sacked after Grenfell comments

A group representing the bereaved of Grenfell call Simon Dudley's comments "ignorant and callous".

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NZ's Kerr hits 179 not out in record women's ODI chase

New Zealand all-rounder Amelia Kerr hits an unbeaten 179 off 139 balls to inspire her side to chase down 346 against South Africa in the highest successful run chase in women's ODI history.

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Warning Iran war 'shock' could push up mortgages for 1.3m homeowners

Higher energy prices could lead to higher borrowing costs for homeowners, the Bank warns.

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The man who wants to bring human composting to the UK

Human composting is when a body placed in a sealed vessel containing organic matter turns into soil.

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Cyclist killed at Worlds not found for 82 minutes

A cyclist who was killed during the Road World Championships was not found for 82 minutes after a crash, investigators find.

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How the Iran war may affect your money and bills

The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

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Partner of Scottish crime boss Steven Lyons arrested in Dubai

Amanda Lyons was held over offences alleged to have been committed in Spain.

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PM launches Labour's local election campaign with focus on cost of living

Keir Starmer says the 7 May elections take place against an "uncertain" backdrop with wars in Ukraine and Iran.

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Russia expels British diplomat over spying allegations

A UK Foreign Office spokesman accused Russia of an "aggressive and co-ordinated campaign of harassment against British diplomats".

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How Arbeloa is getting the best out of Real Madrid's stars

BBC Sport looks at how Alvaro Arbeloa has managed to get the best out of the Real Madrid squad since his appointment in January.

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How the Hormuz closure could affect food, medicines and smartphones

The price of a wide range of goods - from food, to smartphones, to medicines - could be affected by the US-Israel war with Iran.

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Cheek injury delays Stokes' return until May

England captain Ben Stokes is still recovering after surgery on a broken cheekbone and will not play for Durham next week as planned.

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The Briefing Room

What are the reasons for the large number of young people without a job in the UK?

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Women secretly filmed, then ridiculed and abused online

Women in Kenya and Ghana tell the BBC about being approached by a Russian man who later posts videos of them without their consent.

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NS&I boss replaced as savers left waiting for millions of pounds

Pensions Minister Torston Bell said those affected would receive compensation "where appropriate".

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Campaigners welcome Meta and YouTube's defeat in landmark social media addiction trial

A woman has been awarded $6m in a verdict that could have implications for hundreds of other cases in the US.

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Brazil's Bolsonaro gets temporary house arrest for ill-health

Former President Jair Bolsonaro was moved from his cell to hospital earlier this month with pneumonia.

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Trump says Iran gave the US a 'very big present' but gives no detail

Donald Trump gave the update on Tuesday as the US-Israeli war with Iran entered its forth week.

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Fuel prices begin to fall in Ireland after excise duty cuts

The excise duty has been dropped by 20 cent on a litre of diesel and by 15 cent for petrol until the end of May.

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First-time buyers hit as mortgage rates keep rising

More than 200 deals have disappeared from the market since 6 March, with more upheaval expected for borrowers.

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Funding for community hub allows 'an open door'

The Lottery funding for the Destination Ball Hill group will allow it to expand services for locals.

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First person charged with tailgating after EFL Cup final

A 27-year-old man becomes the first person in the country to be charged with 'tailgating' after the EFL Cup final at Wembley.

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Police officer dies in crash and colleague critically ill

PC Bradley Corke, 27, had been critically injured in a collision on Thursday, said Kent Police.

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Greaves' 114-match winning run ended by Sherrock

Beau Greaves' record run of 114 consecutive wins in the PDC Women's Series is ended by Fallon Sherrock.

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O'Sullivan into first ranking final for two years

Ronnie O'Sullivan beats China's Wu Yize in a deciding frame to reach the World Open final, as he hunts a record-extending 42nd ranking title.

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Victorians got Battle of Hastings wrong, expert says

A professor's findings claim King Harold's 200-mile march to the Battle of Hastings is a Victorian "invention".

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Garner, Calvert-Lewin and Steele in England squad

Everton midfielder James Garner and Brighton goalkeeper Jason Steele are named by Thomas Tuchel in an expanded 35-man England squad.

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Why are UK prices still rising?

UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.

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'Everybody wants to fire me' - Guardiola fires back at journalists

Pep Guardiola responds to a question about his failures in Europe with Manchester City after his side exited the Champions League following defeat to Real Madrid in the last 16.

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Celtic's Schmeichel 'could've played last game'

Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel may have played his "last football game" with surgery required on his shoulder but he is eager to "fight" to regain fitness.

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Another former sub postmaster dies awaiting payout

Tributes are paid to Parmod Kalia who ran a branch in Orpington, who has died aged 67.

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AI firm Anthropic seeks weapons expert to stop users from 'misuse'

The artificial intelligence firm says it wants to prevent "catastrophic misuse" of its systems.

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Car park firm NCP collapses with nearly 700 jobs at risk

The car park operator says demand for parking has not recovered to pre-Covid levels, as its administrators look to sell the business.

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Typical new mortgage costs £788 a year more than before Iran war

Lenders have hiked rates on new deals and withdrawn products as war creates uncertainty in the markets.

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Head coach Dickens leaves Newcastle Red Bulls

Head coach Alan Dickens leaves Newcastle Red Bulls as former Wales fly-half Stephen Jones takes over for the rest of the season.

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Antonelli wins Chinese GP as McLarens fail to start

Kimi Antonelli takes his first Formula 1 victory in leading team-mate George Russell to a Mercedes one-two in the Chinese Grand Prix.

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Former Labour minister dies after cancer battle

The ex-Oldham MP Phil Woolas battled brain cancer for more than a year, his family says.

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What's going on with Arsenal youngster Lewis-Skelly?

A year after starring in the Champions League against Real Madrid, Myles Lewis-Skelly is struggling for game time - what has happened?

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'Iran's women are heroes - they want to be free'

The Iran women's national football team have become "heroes" and deserve to be free to live their lives, says former Iran men's head coach Afshin Ghotbi.

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KPop Demon Hunters to return as Netflix announces sequel

The sequel brings back the co-directors of the first film, which was a smash-hit for the streaming service.

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How the Iran war may affect your money and bills

The conflict in the Middle East could raise the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.

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Strait of Hormuz: What happens if Iran shuts global oil corridor?

Iran says it will "set fire" to ships trying to sail through the world's most vital oil transit point.

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Mortgage rates rise and deals pulled over Iran war turmoil

Average mortgage rates hit highest since last August in the biggest upheaval since the mini-Budget.

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Grieving Dunblane dad says gun laws are still too lax

Mick North, whose daughter was shot dead in 1996, wants UK ministers to be more aware of firearms dangers.

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GB's Brown becomes world champion for second time

Britain's Sky Brown becomes a skateboarding world champion for the second time after winning gold in a rain-disrupted park event in Brazil.

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US economy unexpectedly sheds 92,000 jobs in February

The contraction came as a surprise with payrolls down in nearly every sector.

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The anatomy of a corner-kick: how set-pieces reshaped the Premier League

As corner kicks continue to cause chaos in the Premier League, BBC Sport take a closer at why they are becoming so hard to defend.

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Voronchikhina wins Russia's first medal at Games

Para-alpine skier Varvara Voronchikhina wins Russia's first medal of the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics with downhill bronze.

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Can Scotland's risk takers prevent Grand Slam procession for France?

"It's a Grand Slam or disappointment" for France, writes Tom English as fellow risk takers Scotland bid to keep their own title hopes alive at Murrayfield.

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No laughing matter for Wales in Dublin after Irish jibes

Wales aim to have the last laugh against Ireland in the Six Nations at the Aviva Stadium on Friday after being the subject of ridicule.

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UK firms pull fixed energy deals as Iran war pushes up prices

Data suggests the number of fixed-term deals has more than halved as prices for wholesale energy surge.

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Championship play-offs expanded from four to six teams next season

EFL clubs approve plans to expand the Championship play-offs from four to six teams for the 2026-27 season onwards.

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'Born to play at this level' - Care on rising England U20s star Friday

England Under-20 star Lucas Friday on his anterior cruciate ligament recovery and learning off Harlequins scrum-half Danny Care.

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Nearly 4m Londoners below income for decent living

Analysis shows that most private renters live with less than what is needed for day-to-day life.

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Trump threatens to halt trade with Spain over military base access

Trump lashed out after Spain barred the US from using its military bases to carry out strikes on Iran.

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'I fiddled the meter for a mate and the shop burnt down'

A BBC investigation speaks to electricians and families setting up illegal meter bypasses to steal power.

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Haaland? Kane? R9? Picking the best centre-forwards this century

Who are the best centre-forwards of the 21st Century? We've had a go at trying to whittle down a pretty formidable list.

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What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?

We look at the different circumstances that affect you if you're due a refund for cancelled or delayed flights.

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England 'given reassurances' over safety in Turkey

Sarina Wiegman says England have been told there are no safety concerns over their World Cup qualifier in Turkey despite the conflict in the Middle East.

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Arsenal set to celebrate St Totteringham's Day earlier than ever

The day it becomes impossible for Spurs to finish above Arsenal in the Premier League, St Totteringham's Day is set to arrive earlier than ever.

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Government to give go-ahead for £1bn defence helicopter deal

The chancellor has stepped in to protect jobs at the helicopter manufacturer in Somerset, the BBC understands.

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F1 to revise engine rule at centre of row

Mercedes' rivals succeed in securing a rule change following a pre-season technical row over engine performance.

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Promoted York claim another shock win as drop-goal sinks Hull FC

Danny Richardson's drop-goal earns York Knights a second shock win in three weeks as they won at Hull FC.

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So much for three-year plan - what is the secret to manager longevity?

In his BBC Sport column, ex-Premier League boss Tony Pulis explains why it is so hard for football managers to keep their jobs in the modern game.

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Real Madrid condemn fan for alleged Nazi salute

Real Madrid launch an investigation after a supporter allegedly performed a Nazi salute before the club's Champions League win against Benfica on Wednesday.

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Canada's finance minister says US is unlikely to lift tariffs

The comments come after US President Donald Trump said he wants global tariffs to replace income taxes as America's main revenue source.

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World Cup security concerns over funding freeze

US government officials are warned that there could be "catastrophic" security consequences if cities hosting World Cup matches do not receive funding that has been frozen.

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What is happening to gas and electricity prices?

Typical household bills will fall by 7% when the new energy cap takes effect on 1 April 2026.

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Love Island winners revealed after drama-filled All Stars series

The third series of the ITV2 dating show spin-off saw six American bombshells enter halfway through.

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Littler wins in Poland despite Van Veen nine-darter

Luke Littler wins the Poland Darts Open title despite a nine-dart finish in the final from Gian van Veen.

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Is £70 becoming harder to justify? The rise of cheaper blockbuster games

As top games such as GTA 6 are speculated to cost $100 (£74), some developers are deliberately pricing lower.

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GB's Atkin claims halfpipe bronze as Gu wins gold

Great Britain's Zoe Atkin takes bronze in the women's halfpipe final as China's Eileen Gu takes gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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Son lived with mum's body for months after Covid lockdown let him hide murder

Judith Rhead was bludgeoned to death by her son, who was meant to be her carer during Covid.

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Bill Gates pulls out of India's AI summit over Epstein files controversy

The Gates Foundation said the decision was made to "ensure the focus remains on the summit's key priorities".

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Trump's Tariffs... Trump attacks the Supreme Court over tariff ban

A breaking episode of Americast as POTUS takes on SCOTUS

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File on 4 Investigates

Can boxing do more to look after its fighters?

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Who is Tucker Carlson and what does he tell us about the future of MAGA?

And what does MAGA look like post-Trump?

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Rangers' Rohl has 'total belief' in tight race

Danny Rohl has "total" belief Rangers can win the Scottish Premiership but has called on his players to back it up with "consistency".

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Live Nation sees strong ticket sales as monopoly lawsuit looms

The entertainment giant's revenue surged last year as 159 million fans attended its concerts.

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Investigation into Andrew could be complex and long

Legal correspondent Dominic Casciani unpicks the complicated allegation Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested over.

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Crowley recalled as Ireland make five changes to face England

Jack Crowley starts at fly-half as Ireland head coach Andy Farrell makes five changes to his starting XV for Saturday's Six Nations match against England.

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Italy defeat puts GB's men into curling semi-finals

Team GB's men's curlers are now just two victories away from a remarkable Winter Olympic gold after sneaking into Thursday's semi-finals in Cortina.

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Cynthia Erivo ignores online criticism as Dracula gets mixed reviews

The Wicked star appears in a one-woman version of the classic horror story in London's West End.

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Reform plans to keep UK's budget watchdog

Robert Jenrick will promise to reform the OBR, rather than abolish it, in a move to reassure financial markets.

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Budget sees largest ever personal allowance rise

Treasury Minister Chris Thomas's budget sees the tax-free allowance rise by £2,250 to £17,000.

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Edith Bowman says stolen suitcase found empty

The radio DJ says she is "utterly devastated" at the loss of two "precious" rings inside.

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GB curlers rise to occasion to keep semi hopes alive

Team GB's women curlers deliver their best stuff in the biggest moment as they beat Denmark to keep alive their Winter Olympics semi-final hopes.

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'Murrayfield pain will make England a better team'

In his latest BBC Sport column, England World Cup winner Matt Dawson discusses the potential long-term impact of England's defeat by Scotland at Murrayfield.

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Error-strewn England flunk oldest Test at Murrayfield

Captain Maro Itoje says England must "learn our lesson and move forward" after their attempt to salvage something from a slow start against Scotland is fatally undermined by a string of errors.

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'It all kicked off' Canada and Sweden curlers argue over 'double-tapping'

Sweden's Oskar Eriksson and Canada's Marc Kennedy exchange tense words after the Swedes accused the Canadian's of double-tapping their stones during their men's curling match at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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Zimbabwe clean up Australia for shock World Cup win

Blessing Muzarabani takes 4-17 as Zimbabwe beat Australia by 23 runs at the T20 World Cup.

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Will 40-point mark be needed for Premier League survival?

Will the 40-point mark - or thereabouts - be needed to guarantee survival this term, with an in-form West Ham attempting to chase down the sides above them?

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Businesses face extinction unless they protect nature, major report warns

Experts call for urgent action by businesses to restore the natural systems that keep them running.

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No balls, a wide & absurd run-out - a wild T20 World Cup finish

Watch South Africa and Afghanistan play out a thrilling final over of their match at the T20 World Cup, culminating in a super over.

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What's driving Northern Ireland's falling fuel prices?

As petrol prices fall to their lowest levels in five years, BBC News NI takes a look at what's behind the drop.

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'I'm a freak of nature' - A day filming with Zlatan Ibrahimovic

Go behind the scenes with former Sweden and AC Milan footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic, to see how the film for opening of the 2026 Winter Olympics was made.

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Cricket behind times on coaches' on-field influence - Buttler

Cricket may be behind the times with innovation and how involved coaches are with on-field decisions, says England wicketkeeper Jos Buttler.

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Seahawks claim dominant Super Bowl victory over Patriots

The Seattle Seahawks deliver a dominant defensive display to beat the New England Patriots 29-13 and claim their second Super Bowl victory.

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Vonn crashes in Olympic downhill after ACL injury

Lindsey Vonn crashes in the women's downhill competition at the Winter Olympics nine days after rupturing her left anterior cruciate ligament.

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I turned myself into an AI-generated deathbot - here's what I found

A Cardiff University researcher recreated her own voice using a deathbot - but found it strange.

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Epstein emails: So-called 'shady financier' was Andrew's 'trusted money man'

Andrew seemed keen for Epstein to do business with David Rowland, but Epstein was wary, emails suggest.

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Emails reveal more details of Epstein's celeb dinner for Andrew

The messages appear to contradict previous comments made by Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor about a 2010 dinner he had with Jeffrey Epstein.

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Brown says Mandelson scandal is 'serious' for Starmer but PM is 'man of integrity'

Brown said Sir Keir might have been "too slow to do the right things" but backed him to "clean up the system".

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I was full of shame after being sacked for having endometriosis

Sanju Pal wins an employment appeal tribunal that could affect how employers can treat staff with endometriosis.

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UK interest rates held at 3.75% but Bank says future cuts likely

The Bank of England has kept borrowing costs unchanged but opened the door to cuts later this year.

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Ex-players have 'duty of responsibility' as pundits - Van Dijk

Former players turned pundits have a "duty of responsibility" to the new generation of footballers when commenting on their performances, Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says.

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Why are UK prices still rising?

UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.

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Scotland leave out Van der Merwe, Kinghorn & Graham

Duhan van der Merwe, Darcy Graham and Blair Kinghorn are left out of Scotland's side for the Six Nations opener against Italy.

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Team GB's childhood friends fired up for revenge

Bruce Mouat and Jen Dodds are fired up to make amends on Wednesday for the agony of their mixed doubles curling semi-final against Norway in 2022.

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PepsiCo to cut some US snack prices after backlash

The snack conglomerate is cutting the price of products including Doritos, Cheetos and Lays

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MCC change Laws of Cricket to permit previously 'illegal' bats

Changes are to be made to the Laws of Cricket to permit bats previously deemed illegal in an effort to make the game affordable for amateur players.

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Jacquet set for Liverpool medical before £60m move

Liverpool agree a £60m deal with Rennes for defender Jeremy Jacquet, with the player set to join the Reds in the summer.

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Liverpool in talks over Sunderland loanee Geertruida

Liverpool are in talks to sign Dutch defender Lutsharel Geertruida on loan.

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Boffey runs second fastest indoor 800m by Briton

Isabelle Boffey runs the second fastest ever 800m indoors by a British woman, clocking one minute 57.43 seconds to win at the BU Terrier Classic in Boston.

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'I had seven caffeine shots in 15 minutes' - from hypochondria to title shot

British light-middleweight Josh Kelly tells BBC Sport about how he won his battle with chronic hypochondria to emerge as a world title contender.

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Newcastle to face Qarabag in Champions League play-offs

Newcastle will play Qarabag in a two-legged play-off to reach the last 16 of the Champions League.

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Everything you need to know about the Champions League play-off draw

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains how the Champions League knockout phase play-offs work and when the draw is taking place.

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Why an India court ruling on a 2018 deal is rattling foreign investors

Investors are spooked by an order on a 2018 stake sale and fear it could open up old transactions to tax scrutiny.

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Sabalenka storms into another Melbourne final

Aryna Sabalenka keeps her cool to storm past Elina Svitolina and reach a fourth Australian Open final in a row.

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Ireland replace Aki for 'disciplinary reasons'

Bundee Aki is not with the Ireland squad for their Six Nations camp in Portugal with the Connacht centre the subject of a misconduct complaint after his side's URC defeat by Leinster on Saturday.

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France prop Atonio retires after 'cardiac event'

France prop Uini Atonio is forced to retire after he was admitted to an intensive care unit following a "cardiac event".

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Panorama

Are regulators doing enough to protect us from getting into debt?

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Traitors winner Rachel 'heartbroken' following mum's death

Writing on Instagram, Rachel Duffy said she was "heartbroken" at the death of her "beautiful wee mummy".

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'We knew the truth': How parents uncovered Scottish hospital's infected water scandal

Dozens of patients became more unwell and some died with infections picked up at Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.

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Israel to reopen Gaza crossing after search for last dead hostage's body ends

Israel's military says its troops are searching for the remains of Ran Gvili, reportedly at a cemetery in northern Gaza.

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Two charities get £300k to support older residents

Independent Age has given £149,997 to Citizens Advice Swale and £150,000 to Age UK East Sussex.

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Mensik withdrawal sends Djokovic into last eight

Novak Djokovic moves through to the Australian Open quarter-finals as fourth-round opponent Jakub Mensik pulls out with an abdominal injury.

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Post Office and Fujitsu accused of delaying £4m legal claim

Lee Castleton is taking legal action against his former employer over the Horizon IT scandal.

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Man shot in 'targeted' city centre attack

The victim was shot in the leg in the city's gay village at about 05:00 GMT, police say.

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Part of historic pier washes away in 'wild' storm

The town's mayor says the resort took a "battering" overnight with the historic pier damaged.

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Rodman 'becomes highest-paid women's footballer'

Trinity Rodman signs a new three-year deal with Washington Spirit that will reportedly make her the world's highest-paid female footballer.

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Free air fryers to help people cook more healthily

Meir Matters previously taught people how to use slow cookers - which they could then take home.

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Would Man Utd 2008 really 'batter' Arsenal 2026?

After being challenged by Theo Walcott, Wayne Rooney said the Manchester United side of 2008 would "batter" the current Arsenal team.

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UK homes to get £15bn for solar and green tech to cut energy bills

The government has announced the details of its long-awaited Warm Homes Plan which promises to cut energy bills.

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Japan restarts world's largest nuclear plant

Japan restars a reactor at the world's largest nuclear plant nearly 15 years after the Fukushima disaster.

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Are UK interest rates expected to fall again?

The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.

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Owen to leave role as Mercedes chief designer

Mercedes chief designer John Owen, a key figure in multiple drivers' and constructors' championship wins, is to leave the team later this year.

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Why are UK prices still rising?

UK Inflation has dropped back from record highs but remains above the Bank of England's 2% target.

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How cue 'from Father Christmas' helped Wilson win Masters

How Kyren Wilson went from being close to a "mental breakdown" during a match to winning the Masters in the space of six weeks.

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Some near misses, but Middlesbrough fan makes it to every match since 1996

Nick Waites celebrates his 1,400th consecutive match, but admits he has had some "very close calls".

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What tariffs has Trump announced and why?

Trump's volatile trade policy has thrown the world economy into chaos, and put some US prices up.

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Teenage boys charged after youth seen with machete in city centre

A 17-year-old will appear in court on Monday and a 15-year-old has been reported to youth justice authorities following the incident in Edinburgh.

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'It's not now or never' - Djokovic targets elusive 25th Slam

Novak Djokovic says the upcoming Australian Open is not "now or never" for his hopes of winning a standalone all-time record 25th Grand Slam title.

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Martin Lewis on why you should check your tax code now

Millions of people could be on the wrong tax code.

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Use film-style age ratings to limit teens' social media, say Lib Dems

The Conservatives want to see ban of all under-16s from social media, but the Lib Dems say that would be a "blunt instrument".

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China and Canada announce tariffs relief after a high-stakes meeting between Carney and Xi

Canola oil and electric cars are at the centre of the deal agreed by Mark Carney and Xi Jinping after years of strained ties.

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Trump v China: How Oil Is Defining Great Power Politics

What is this new era of global politics and where it does it leave Europe?

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LA to open ticket draw for 2028 Olympics - with seats starting at $28

If chosen via the draw, fans will be notified via email and will be given a time slot to purchase tickets in April.

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World central bank chiefs 'stand in solidarity' with US Fed chair Powell

Eleven central banks have backed Jerome Powell after the US launched a criminal investigation into the US Fed.

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UK set for a 'booming' mortgage market, say analysts

Competition among lenders in the UK suggests that rates could be cut in the coming weeks.

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Harry Styles teases fourth album with cryptic posters

The posters bear the message "we belong together", superimposed over a photo of fans taken during his last world tour.

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GB's Evans out in first round of Melbourne qualifying

Dan Evans is one of four Britons to lose in the first round of Australian Open qualifying at Melbourne Park.

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Adventurer's 'mixed feelings' as 36,000 mile journey nears end

Karl Bushby, from Hull, is sketching out the final path of his 36,000-mile journey.

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I never saw young women on Epstein visits, Mandelson tells BBC

In his first interview since being sacked as the UK's US ambassador, Lord Mandelson also says he does not believe Donald Trump will take Greenland by force.

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My cousin died after placing 600 bets in a row

Natalie Ashton's cousin Lee Adams killed himself after placing hundreds of bets online in an hour.

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England's Stanway to leave Bayern in summer

England international Georgia Stanway will leave Bayern Munich upon the expiry of her contract at the end of the season.

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Ebnoutalib's rapid rise from fourth tier to potential star

Younes Ebnoutalib was playing in Germany's fourth tier a year ago - now he hopes to be the latest in a line of star forwards at Eintracht Frankfurt.

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Minnesota hold moment of silence for 'unspeakable tragedy'

The Minnesota Timberwolves hold a moment of silence in memory of Renee Good, who was shot dead by a US immigration agent, before Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

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Unloved in PE, ignored at top - what is cross country's future?

Cross country evokes miserable school memories for many, while top athletes focus on Olympic disciplines instead - what is its future?

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Trump backs ban on institutional investor home purchases

Wall Street investors have bought thousands of homes to rent out, a practice that has sparked concerns about affordability.

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Carrick and Solskjaer frontrunners for caretaker role

Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer have emerged as the frontrunners to become Manchester United's caretaker manager until the end of the season.

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Why the NFL play-offs are the 'most unusual' in years

Even NFL veterans are struggling to call this season's play-offs, with so many big names out and an array of young stars ready to battle for Super Bowl glory.

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Tomorrowland to hold its first-ever Asia festival in Thailand

Founded 20 years ago, Tomorrowland has grown into one of the most iconic celebrations of electronic music.

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Centurion Root eyes next Ashes series down under

Joe Root says he would "love" to be part of England's next Ashes tour in 2029-30, when he will turn 39 years old.

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Sheff Utd v Oxford among numerous EFL games off

Sunday's Championship game between Sheffield United and Oxford United is one of numerous EFL matches postponed because of frozen pitches.

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What we know about US strikes on Venezuela

Explosions have rocked capital Caracas as the US says it captured Venezuela's President Nicola Maduro.

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Watch: Earthquake interrupts Mexico's president during news conference

The 6.5 magnitude trembler shook buildings and set off the country's earthquake alert system.

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Watch: Four men rescued from boat teetering on dam edge

According to reports, the boat had suffered motor failure before drifting to the edge of the dam

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Heating tips to keep your home warm when budgets are squeezed

As temperatures fall across much of the UK, how should you heat your home and keep yourself safe?

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Threatening, durable, learning - what makes Starc elite?

Mitchell Starc has tormented England through the 2025-26 Ashes series, so what makes him so good and what new tricks have revived his career?

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Female artists (and Oasis) drove UK music sales in 2025

Taylor Swift was the biggest-seller, with Olivia Dean and Sabrina Carpenter also topping the charts.

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