New Mexico compound gang arrested by FBI

Five residents of a site where police found firearms and starving children face conspiracy charges.

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Lula: Brazil's jailed ex-leader barred from presidential race by electoral court

Brazil's top electoral court rules that the jailed ex-president cannot stand in October's election.

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HMRC 'blocks honours' for celebrities over tax avoidance

A report by the Times says celebrities using legal but controversial schemes are being "blacklisted".

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All NHS hospital car parking charges scrapped in Wales

A decade after the Welsh government announced the policy, parking is now free at all Welsh NHS hospitals.

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Teenagers risk missing out on savings pots

As the first 16-year-olds are able to control their Child Trust Funds, some may be unaware of the savings.

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London plastic campaigner to paddle the Hudson River

Lizzie Carr, from Croydon, will be collecting water samples so micro plastic levels in the river can be analysed.

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US news anchor's skull fractured in fracas with colleague

Erica Bivens also suffered a ruptured ear drum when a WSAZ-TV colleague allegedly shoved her.

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Fibromyalgia: 'Like red hot lava radiating through my body'

What it's like to live with fibromyalgia.

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Mermaids compete in 'Merlympics' event

Competitors from around Europe compete in the UK's first "Merlympics".

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Segway's self-balancing e-skates prove a challenge

BBC Chris Foxx takes Segway's new self-balancing e-skates out for a test run.

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Reality Check: How easy is it to buy EU citizenship?

Reality Check takes a look at 'citizenship for sale' programmes in the EU.

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Week in pictures: 25 - 31 August 2018

A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week.

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Fulham player: ‘Reading books makes me a better footballer’

Fulham footballer on how books improve his life.

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Maasai being trained to save endangered vultures

Six out of eight species of the bird are endangered in Kenya.

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EU workers in the UK: Do I stay or do I go?

Two EU citizens explain their very different reasons for leaving, and staying in, the UK.

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Robbie Williams, Ayda Field, Louis Tomlinson: All change for X Factor 2018

As the 15th series kicks off, here's what to expect from the show's revamped line-up.

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The Papers: Cancer treatment 'revolution' and baby joy

Saturday's papers report artificial intelligence "outwitting" cancer and a son for Alfie Evans' parents.

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Aretha Franklin funeral: Stars and fans gather to say goodbye

Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan and Ariana Grande are among the mourners at the star's funeral in Detroit.

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Aretha Franklin: Family and friends remember the Queen of Soul

Former President Bill Clinton and music legend Smokey Robinson were among the speakers at her funeral.

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Man charged with Solihull murders

Janbaz Tarin, 21, is charged with murders of Raneem Oudeh and her mother Khaola Saleem in Solihull.

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Saving the 'king of the birds' with DNA

Scientists believe a genetic code could help protect golden eagles in the wild.

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US President Donald Trump to visit Ireland in November

The US President will make his first visit to the island since his election in 2016.

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Body found in Enfield loft eight months after reported missing

Teenager Abdi Ali was last seen by his family on 11 December following a family wedding.

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US ends aid to Palestinian refugee agency

The United States is ending all funding for the UN's Palestinian refugee agency, the state department says

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US-Canada trade talks break up without deal

US-Canada trade talks have broken up without agreement, but negotiations will continue next week - US official.

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Escaped cows fled to drive-thru McDonald's in Mold

Traffic "chaos" reported after a trailer transporting cattle crashes on a roundabout.

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Sister's tribute to Solihull stabbing victim

Khaola Saleem and her daughter Raneem Oudeh died in a double-killing in Solihull.

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John McCain memorial: Washington pays homage

Members of Congress attend a ceremony at the Capitol in Washington ahead of Saturday's funeral.

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Long-lost lovers to marry 60 years after they first met

The pair, 84 and 79, first knew each other when they worked together in the 1950s but lost touch.

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Design for Princess Diana's 'burka with a bow' on sale

The "modest" design was drawn up for Princess Diana's tour to the Gulf region in 1986.

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Loughborough 'sexsomniac' jailed for raping woman

Karl Gammon had claimed he had sex with the woman while he was asleep.

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The man guilty of plotting to kill PM

The would-be attacker was trapped in an undercover operation involving the FBI, MI5 and police.

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Ukraine crisis: Blast 'kills top Donetsk rebel Zakharchenko'

The leader of the pro-Russian rebels in Donetsk is reported killed by an explosion at a cafe.

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Mark D'Arcy: Field is not leading a Labour breakaway

But the veteran MP's departure from the Labour whip may nudge others towards the exit.

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John McCain: Joe Biden makes moving speech at memorial

Former US Vice President Joe Biden makes a moving speech at the late Republican senator's memorial.

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Baby Shark takes a bite out of the UK Top 40

It's been driving parents up the wall for years and now the song has hit the charts.

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So close! Bolt inches from scoring

Eight-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt makes his much-anticipated football debut in an invitational match for the Central Coast Mariners in Australia.

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'Wonga completely screwed me over'

A Wonga customer says she has little sympathy for the payday lender after its collapse into administration.

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Southampton 'paedophile hunter' guilty of false claim

Vandals 'attack a man's house' after he is wrongly accused by an online anti-paedophile campaigner.

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Man jailed for plot to kill Theresa May

Naa'imur Zakariyah Rahman is jailed for life with minimum term of 30 years for plot to kill UK PM in Downing Street.

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Aretha Franklin funeral service

Dignitaries and music royalty pay tribute to the 76-year-old soul singer who died on 16 August.

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Lucy McHugh death: Man jailed over Facebook password refusal

The body of Lucy McHugh, 13, was found in woods near a sports centre in Southampton last month.

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Homeless man row: US couple ordered to hand over Johnny Bobbitt money

A New Jersey judge orders a couple to turn over the money they raised for the Good Samaritan.

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Homebase rescue plan voted through by creditors

Creditors have voted in favour of a rescue plan which will see 42 stores closed.

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Hot air balloon makes emergency landing in Gloucester street

It came down in a suburban road after the wind dropped it the pilot ran out of gas to keep airborne.

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Man stole mother-in-law's corpse from funeral parlour

The unnamed man raided the Rochester funeral director a year ago after hearing it was going bust.

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Cow rescued after nine days at bottom of Devon cliffs

The animal was trapped on rocks and fed by kayak for more than a week before the rescue.

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Shropshire baby and mother maternity deaths review widened

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust says it reviewed 40 cases and has contacted 12 families.

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Abusive tweets to MPs 'more than double' between elections

Abusive tweets about MPs rose from 10,000 to 25,000 between 2015 and 2017, research suggests.

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Three charged over Barnsley FC bribery claims

Former Barnsley assistant manager Tommy Wright, a football agent and a third man have been charged.

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Viagogo taken to High Court by competition regulator

The ticket reselling site has repeatedly failed to make changes demanded, the competition regulator says.

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Lord Melchett: From establishment figure to green campaigner

One friend described Lord Melchett as "an establishment figure who became a radical campaigner".

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Clock changes: EU backs ending daylight saving

Time could be up for the practice of changing clocks in the autumn and spring in the EU.

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House prices see summer slowdown, says Nationwide

Prices fell in August, the Nationwide says, as pressure on household budgets holds back the market.

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Coleen Nolan wishes 'ugly' Loose Women row with Kim Woodburn never happened

The TV panellist says her on-screen clash with Kim Woodburn was "ugly, upsetting and unpleasant".

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Celebrity Big Brother: Ryan Thomas warned for punching Roxanne

Producers issue the ex-Corrie star with a warning after an incident with fellow housemate Roxanne Pallett.

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Tablet bends 'like ancient scroll'

A Canadian university has developed a tablet with a flexible screen that can rolled up.

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Crossrail to miss December opening date

London’s new Crossrail underground line will not open until autumn 2019 - nine months after its scheduled launch

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'Nobody ever will sing like Aretha'

Stars from the world of music have marked the life of Aretha Franklin in a tribute concert in Detroit.

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Christian Wade: Rugby ignoring black state school kids

Christian Wade says the sport must do more to get children from state schools into the sport.

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Coca-Cola to buy Costa chain for £3.9bn

Coca-Cola is to buy the Costa coffee chain from Whitbread for £3.9bn

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News Daily: Labour culture 'appalling' and Trump threatens WTO

Your morning briefing for Friday 31 August 2018.

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Anti-Semitism row: Field wanted 'broad debate' within Labour

Frank Field says he backed Jeremy Corbyn for leader to be "inclusive", but the party is now intolerant.

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Breakdancing 'helped man escape gang culture'

Paco Box said he carried a gun and robbed people to fund his former lifestyle.

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Dominic Raab prepares for six-hour Brexit talks in Brussels

The Brexit secretary will meet the EU's chief negotiator as work on a divorce deal continues.

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Trump threatens to pull US out of World Trade Organization

The US president says he will abandon the global trade body "if they don't shape up".

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Why were there so many serial killers in the 1980s?

One historian suggests in a new book that the ravages of World War Two might have contributed.

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'My robot makes me feel like I haven't been forgotten'

How internet-connected robots are helping combat the scourge of isolation and loneliness.

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How the Hogwarts Express was saved from a Welsh scrapyard

The real-life story of the Hogwarts Express is almost as magical as the engine itself.

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Why Australia is talking about a French au pair

A minister's decision to personally intervene in a visa case is attracting national attention.

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Astronauts tackle air leak on International Space Station

A "micro-fracture" from a possible collision with a rock fragment sets off alerts on the ISS.

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Sharing a one-night stand with Crohn's Disease

Philip's date was going well until Crohn's Disease turned up the morning after the night before.

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Mum, how should I talk to my son about you?

When she gave birth to her son Teddy, Robyn Hollingworth wanted to share the news with her own mum

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Man with dwarfism describes street abuse

Eugene Grant is regularly abused by people as he walks around Newcastle.

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Five back-to-school sleeping tips for kids

It's back-to-school time. Here are five top tips for getting your kids back into a school-friendly bedtime routine.

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Quiz: Who went wild about Harry?

It's the weekly news quiz - have you been paying attention to what's been going on in the world over the past seven days?

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The first cyclist to 'Everest' on Everest

JJ Zhou took on a fiendish cycling challenge on the world's highest mountain.

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Solihull double murder suspect arrested

A man, 21, is arrested in Birmingham on suspicion of murdering a mother and her daughter in Solihull.

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Numbers of elderly in 24-hour care set to double by 2035

The social care system is "at breaking point", a local government official warns.

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Homebase future in doubt as creditors meet

If landlords do not approve a rescue deal for the DIY chain, it is likely to go into administration.

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New asthma treatment set for wider NHS distribution

The new 'melting muscle' treatment has proved to be safe and effective.

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The Papers: MP quits 'nasty' Labour and Grenfell fraud

Many of Friday's papers lead on the resignation of Frank Field over Labour's anti-Semitism row.

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EA gives $1m to game event shooting victims

The gaming giant starts a fund for the victims of the fatal shooting at a Florida eSports tournament.

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McCain and Biden's long friendship

The Arizona senator and the former vice-president shared a decades-long friendship.

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High suicide risk for 'men in construction'

The suicide rate among low-skilled male labourers is three times higher than the national average for men, according to figures by the ONS.

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Errant swan captured on M5

Worried motorists called the police after spotting the bird on the hard shoulder.

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Carl Bernstein: Trump attacks 'degenerate' Watergate reporter

The veteran journalist hits back after the president calls him a "sloppy" and "degenerate fool".

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Theresa May shows off dance moves in Kenya

Theresa May danced with a group of scouts during a visit to the UN offices in Nairobi, Kenya.

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Stéphane Pauwels arrest: Football presenter charged over armed robbery

One of Belgium's top football TV presenters is charged with being an accomplice to an armed robbery.

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Why a plane is dropping trout into a lake from above

A mountain lake is being re-stocked with trout from the air by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.

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Gene-editing hope for muscular dystrophy

The technique was used to restore a protein that people with the condition are unable to make.

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Stacey Solomon and the 'toxic' world of gossip magazines

The backlash against a Now Magazine front cover raises questions about magazines' treatment of female celebrities.

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Grenfell Tower: Kensington and Chelsea Council worker admits fraud

Council worker Jenny McDonagh took cash meant for survivors and spent it on holidays and gambling.

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Wonga: Will my debt be written off and other questions answered

Payday lender Wonga has collapsed, but what does this mean for borrowers and compensation claimants?

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Profile: Who is Frank Field?

A profile of the veteran Labour MP and serial rebel who has quit the party's group in Parliament.

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Actor Gerard Depardieu 'accused of rape'

French actor Gerard Depardieu accused of rape and sexual assault - judicial sources. He denies the claims.

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A guide to Labour Party anti-Semitism claims

The roots of the row over Jeremy Corbyn's party and claims of anti-Semitism.

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Celebgate hacker jailed over Jennifer Lawrence hack

Hollywood star Jennifer Lawrence was targeted in the hack, for which three others have already been jailed.

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No criminal charges for 'mock slave auction' students in Bath

Two boys are understood to have chained a black student to a lamppost.

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Wonga collapses into administration

The payday lender's collapse follows a surge in compensation claims amid a government clampdown.

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Work emails: Are you still 'out of office' on your commute?

Should you still respond to your job emails on your commute? We've had a mixed inbox.

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'Outpouring of support' over filmed Coventry police crash

Bystanders had been labelled as "disgusting" by the police for filming the hurt officer rather than helping.

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Anti-Semitism row: Frank Field resigns Labour whip

The party's leadership is "becoming a force for anti-Semitism in British politics", the MP says.

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WWE's Alexa Bliss' tips for becoming a wrestler

Alexa Bliss is one of the female stars of WWE, winning the SmackDown and Raw Women's Championship.

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'This is what plus-sized women have needed'

There's praise for Cosmopolitan magazine for choosing size 26 model Tess Holliday as its next cover star.

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Dentists say fines deterring poor patients

Dentists say a fear of unfair fines is causing a sharp fall in low-income families receiving treatment.

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Imran Khan mocked for helicopter home-to-work commute

People are unimpressed the Pakistan prime minister takes a helicopter to work despite his austerity policies.

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Reality Check: Where does the plastic money go?

The plastic bag charge could double to 10p - but who benefits from the money?

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Plastic bags: Charge set to rise to 10p and be extended to all shops

All shops in England would have to implement the charge under proposals announced by Theresa May.

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New York renamed 'Jewtropolis' in map hack

Snapchat's mapping software appears to have been hacked in what it calls an act of vandalism.

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Macron: French 'Gauls' resistant to change, unlike 'Lutheran' Danes

The French president causes an outcry as he pokes fun at attitudes to his economic reforms.

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Portraits celebrate Britain's diversity in 2018

The British Journal of Photography has announced the winners for this year's Portrait of Britain exhibition.

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First Minster Nicola Sturgeon says justice and truth must prevail

Sturgeon describes Salmond allegations as a "difficult situation" for her and the party, but underlines importance of due process.

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Dutroux murders: Belgian child-killer's letter angers parents

Marc Dutroux, who abducted and murdered girls, has offered to answer the families' questions.

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Boy, 16, held over terror offence after west London raid

An imitation firearm, cannabis plans and an "unknown substance" were found by police.

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Walsall Council plans to install street skips to tackle fly-tipping

Clearing up illegally discarded waste cost more than £400,000 last year, a council says.

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Plus-sized model 'cried when asked to be cover model'

US plus-sized model Tess Holliday was asked to be on the front cover of Cosmopolitan's UK magazine.

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Roy Oliver: Ex-police officer jailed for Jordan Edwards shooting

Jordan Edwards' parents cried and hugged prosecutors after Roy Oliver was found guilty of murder.

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Giant Sadiq Khan bikini-clad balloon to fly over London

The 29ft giant inflatable, bought by protesters, shows the London mayor wearing a yellow bikini.

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Can Labour detoxify the anti-Semitism row?

The long-simmering issue is threatening to overshadow the party's conference next month.

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Loose Women faces complaints over Kim Woodburn interview

Ofcom receives more than 3,000 complaints after Kim Woodburn walks off the show in tears.

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Kirsty Young to take time out from Desert Island Discs

Lauren Laverne will fill in for the presenter who is suffering from fibromyalgia.

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NI mother wins Supreme Court benefit case

Unmarried NI mother wins access to widowed parent's allowance after death of her partner, in landmark court ruling

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Salmond allegations: What do we know?

Why have the claims against Alex Salmond emerged now and what happens next?

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PwC tells new staff they can choose what hours to work

Accountancy giant PwC gives some new recruits the option to work the hours they want.

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Charlotte Brown: On-the-run killer appeals against conviction

Jack Shepherd was found guilty of manslaughter after his date was killed in a speedboat crash.

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Prince Harry sings King George's line at Hamilton charity show

The Duke Of Sussex teased the audience by briefly assuming the role of King George III.

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Wonga payday firm stops offering new loans

The payday lender says it is continuing to "assess its options" as it teeters on the brink of collapse.

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Panasonic to move Europe headquarters from UK to Amsterdam

The Japanese electronics giant says the move to Amsterdam aims to avoid potential tax issues after Brexit.

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Wonga: Where have all the borrowers gone?

Wonga is on the brink and other short-term lenders have collapsed - but where have their customers gone?

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Dyson gears up for electric car testing

Plans are unveiled for a 10-mile test track in Wiltshire to test the electric vehicle being developed by Dyson.

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News Daily: Energy drinks ban and Salmond quits SNP

Your morning briefing for Thursday 30 August 2018.

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Trump accuses China of stalling progress with North Korea

In a series of tweets, Mr Trump also said the US should not spend on war games with South Korea.

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Rohingya crisis: Myanmar leader Suu Kyi 'should have resigned'

The UN human rights chief criticised Myanmar's leader for the army's actions against Rohingya Muslims.

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Does University Challenge need 'gender neutral' questions?

Professional quiz setters ponder the role of gender when writing questions.

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The Duke of Sussex gets on stage with the Hamilton cast

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex attend a charity performance of the hit musical in London's West End.

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Black women on magazines: A step forward or tokenism?

Newsbeat examines the reason why black women feature on several of September's women's magazines.

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The woman who founded the 'incel' movement

When Alana started a website for lonely people struggling to find love, she had no idea where it would lead.

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What Airbnb really does to a neighbourhood

Does an influx of temporary rentals have a positive or negative effect on the surrounding area?

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How do you market a country?

With nearly 200 nations around the world, what can a country do to stand out?

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Pope Francis faces twin battle in Church split over sexual abuse

Pope Francis faces critics who demand further reform while others accuse him of diluting the faith.

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Vanessa Feltz on the challenges of hosting two shows a day

As Jeremy Vine gears up to start a new TV show, we ask Vanessa Feltz how best to job juggle.

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Stars hit Venice Film Festival red carpet

Ryan Gosling and Claire Foy join fellow stars at the opening ceremony of the 75th Venice Film Festival.

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From suspicion to fist bumps: Bonding with police over bikes

Met Police officers set up a bike scheme to try to improve relations with young people in west London.

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Idiopathic hypersomnia: When 40 winks turns into 48 hours of sleep

Lucy Taylor lives with idiopathic hypersomnia, a rare condition that makes her excessively sleepy.

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Coffee war brews in the land of tea

Luckin Coffee, a new chain in China where customers must pay by app, is taking on traditional cafes.

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Nicola Sturgeon's 'huge sadness' as Alex Salmond resigns

Scotland's first minister said she was upset but that sexual misconduct claims must not be ignored.

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Merseyside Police 'failing' to check on sex offenders

Merseyside Police "requires real improvement" to meet its duty to keep children safe, says a report.

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England's schools face 'severe' teacher shortage

A lack of of specialists in maths and science is worse in poorer areas of England, a study claims.

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Bereavement allowance: Widowed mum on why her kids are penalised

Sarah Cripps is not entitled to bereavement benefits because she was not married to her partner.

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UK and Kenya to step up child protection co-operation

The PM will outline plans to stop abusive images being shared online as her African tour concludes.

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Emails while commuting 'should count as work'

Wider access to wi-fi on trains and the spread of mobile phones has extended the working day - study.

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Government proposes energy drinks ban for children

High levels of sugar and caffeine have been linked to obesity and other health issues.

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US Open 2018: Andy Murray loses to Fernando Verdasco in second round

Britain's Andy Murray is beaten in four sets by Fernando Verdasco in the second round of the US Open.

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Cuomo-Nixon debate: Can a room temperature really be sexist?

Actress and politician Cynthia Nixon has prompted a heated debate - about women freezing in offices.

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The Papers: Energy drinks ban and Salmond quits

The government's proposed ban on high-sugar, high-caffeine drinks for children features in many papers.

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Why a village in New Zealand is trying to ban all cats

Officials in New Zealand say it will protect the local eco-system, but the plan is controversial.

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Bystanders film Coventry police officer knocked off bike during chase

Onlookers are criticised for filming an officer being knocked off his bike rather than helping.

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Ex-SNP leader Salmond resigns from party

Ex-SNP leader Alex Salmond resigns from the party amid sexual misconduct claims, which he denies

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Argentina asks IMF to release $50bn loan as crisis worsens

The peso has lost 40% of its value this year and the country needs to reassure foreign investors.

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US homeless man sues couple over $400,000 fundraiser money

Johnny Bobbitt accuses the couple behind the GoFundMe campaign of keeping money for themselves.

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Air Canada app data breach involves passport numbers

Experts warn that the theft of passport details could be "severe" for those affected.

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Reality Check: How does Africa trade with the EU?

UK Prime Minister Theresa May is setting out a plan for future trade and investment relationships with African countries.

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Henry Miller died in gap year Colombian tribal ritual

The family of Henry Miller joins calls for warnings of the dangers of drugs used in tribal rituals.

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What did the dolphin say to the porpoise?

A dolphin in the Firth of Clyde may be exchanging messages with porpoises.

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No takers for £25,000 portrait of Nigel Farage

Artist David Griffiths says he hopes the painting, displayed at the Royal Academy, finds a "good home".

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Tanyalee Davis: Comedian's dismay as scooter rack lost at airport

She waited two hours for her motorised scooter at an airport, only to discover a vital part missing.

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London knife crime: 'Parents could do more to protect children'

A father who makes anti-knife videos says parents could do more to keep children safe on the streets.

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Back May's Brexit plan or risk no deal, David Lidington tells EU

Theresa May's top minister David Lidington says there are only two Brexit options on the table.

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Stacey Solomon criticises Now magazine for 'bullying' cover

The TV presenter was on the cover of Now magazine which called her 'boring, desperate and cheap'.

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Birmingham care home boss who stole £98k from 97-year-old struck off

Carleen Wilkins stole thousands from her 97-year-old victim to pay off debts and gamble in casinos.

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Elon Musk reignites Twitter slur controversy

The Tesla chief asks why he has not been sued by a British man he had defamed and apologised to.

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Migrant crisis: Life and death on a Spanish rescue boat in Mediterranean

A photographer spent 29 days on board a Spanish rescue boat off the coast of Libya

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Woman racially assaulted on bus calls for CCTV rule change

Makedah Simpson could not trace the person who racially assaulted her as CCTV evidence was deleted after 10 days.

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Contraception: Which is most effective?

There are 15 methods of contraception available on the NHS randing from 71% to 99% effective.

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Scallop wars: Could Brexit calm troubled waters?

As British and French fishermen clash in the Channel, Lucy Williamson examines what lies behind the tension.

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Road bridges in England to be reviewed after Genoa tragedy

Bridges, viaducts and tunnels will be looked at "one by one", Highways England says.

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Solihull double-murder suspect 'being protected' locally

Janbaz Tarin is wanted in connection with the deaths of his ex-partner and her mother in Solihull.

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Sexism row as tennis player changes on court

French world number 31 Alize Cornet was given a code violation for taking her shirt off on court during her US Open first-round defeat by Johanna Larsson.

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Belfast fire: Bank Buildings through the years

A look through BBC archives at Belfast's iconic Bank Buildings. Much of the interior of the historic Bank Buildings on Castle Street has collapsed after a fire.

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'I was misled by the Natural Cycles app'

Rebecca Woodhead, 26, fell pregnant while using the Natural Cycles app, which has been criticised by the advertising watchdog.

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Reality Check: What are the rules on scallops?

British and French fishermen have clashed over scallop stocks off the coast of Normandy - but what are the rules?

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'Scallop row': French police pledge more boats to keep peace

France says it is ready to send more boats to its north coast to prevent further clashes between fishermen.

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How a pink hair challenge aided dyslexic girl's reading

Samyra had five weeks to read 10 books for a big prize: picking a colour to dye her camp leader's hair

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Boy, 13, buys owns fire engines with pocket money

Budding firefighter Lewis Cram saved his cash and now owns two decommissioned appliances.

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Exam result details now obtainable for free under GDPR

The new rights cover this summer's exams but could cause "problems" for exam bodies, one expert says.

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Endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh completes English Channel challenge

Lewis Pugh finishes the 560km gruelling swim from Land's End to Dover in 49 days.

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Fewer families where no-one working

The proportion of households where no-one is working is at its lowest point for more than 20 years.

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Great British Bake Off: What the critics thought

Not a soggy bottom in sight for the ninth series of the cosy autumn treat.

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Drake fan Sofia Sanchez receives new heart after birthday wish

Terminally ill 11-year-old Drake fan Sofia Sanchez has had heart surgery days after meeting the rapper.

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'Sexualised' hijab hero gets makeover after costume criticism

A comic book fan redesigns X-Men's hijab-wearing superhero to reflect realistic, modern dress.

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US mum's anguish over nine-year-old son's suicide

She says her son killed himself after enduring homophobic bullying and blames herself for his death.

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Facebook Watch video service launches worldwide

The on-demand video service will compete with YouTube and Netflix.

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Zaghari-Ratcliffe has panic attacks in jail

Charity worker Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe taken to prison doctors in Iran after suffering panic attacks

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Holly Willoughby to co-host I’m A Celebrity

The This Morning presenter will stand in for Ant McPartlin alongside Declan Donnelly on the ITV show,

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Putin softens pension reforms after outcry

After facing protests and slumping approval ratings, Russian President Vladimir Putin softens reforms to pensions

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Snapping the Stiletto: Reimagining the 'Essex girl' cliché

The remarkable women from history challenging the crude stereotype.

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Riding the jet engine-powered FlyBoard Air

The FlyBoard Air has five jet engines and can travel at high speed over water.

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Trump warns of 'left-wing violence' if Democrats win mid-term elections

He seeks to rally the religious right for the mid-term elections, saying basic freedoms are at risk.

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Belfast Primark fire: Disruption expected around historic site

The fire service said there were "grave concerns" that the five-storey listed building could collapse.

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UK child migrants sent to Australia sue government over abuse

Some 100 people sent away to Australia and Africa as part of a resettlement plan say they faced abuse.

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British Gas pays £2.65m over invalid fees and charges

Regulator Ofgem says refunds and compensations were owed for wrongly charging users switching suppliers.

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Fireball caught on camera over Perth

A fireball - believed to be a meteor - has lit up the sky near Perth in Western Australia.

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News Daily: Teen self-harm report and scallop skirmishes

Your morning briefing for Wednesday 29 August 2018.

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Brexit poses risk to care, says Royal College of Nursing

In a letter, the Royal College of Nursing also backs calls for a second referendum on any Brexit deal.

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UK shop prices 'rise for the first time in five years'

Rising food costs and fewer discounts pushed up shop prices in August, research finds.

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What's got these New Yorkers in a buzz?

Thousands of bees swarmed on a hot dog stand in Times Square.

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WW2 prisoners died building a railway for the Japanese

A former British prisoner of war describes building the bridge over the River Kwai during WW2.

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Scotty Allen: iPhone hacker puts headphone jack back

A China-based hardware hacker finds ways to add functionality to the iPhone and other handsets.

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Sir Lenny Henry at 60: A career in pictures

The much-loved comedian and actor has been entertaining people for more than 40 years.

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Chemnitz protests: Far-right on march in east Germany

A murder in Chemnitz led to thousands hitting the city's streets. But who’s stirring the protests?

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Who says toys are just for kids?

From Lego to model railways, the popularity and spending on toys and games is rising among adults.

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Syria war: The entrepreneur opening bars in Damascus

Somar Hazim says having a drink between mortar shelling is "really tempting" for lots of people.

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Theresa May to visit Nigeria as Brexit trade mission continues

Theresa May also plans to discuss security and people trafficking with the Nigerian president.

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Quarter of 14-year-old girls in UK 'self-harm'

Stereotypes around gender and worries about looks contribute to children's unhappiness, a report says.

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Contraception app advert banned by UK regulator

Complaint about advert offering to replace traditional contraception with natural methods is upheld.

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The 'Muppets' director on his more adult version of puppetry

The 'Muppets' director on his more adult version of puppetry.

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Goats 'drawn to happy human faces'

Scientists find that goats are drawn to humans with happy facial expressions.

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Teenagers who smoke and drink suffer ill effects by age of 17

Signs of stiffening arteries show up by that age and can lead to heart problems in later life.

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Pension transfers 'too generous', says regulator

Regulator warns that generous lump sum payouts could be putting pension funds at risk.

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Cliff Richard: New album reflects 'bad period' in life

The singer, who won his privacy case against the BBC, says he has risen up out of "a quagmire".

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The Papers: May 'defiant' and 'Rivers of Blood' row

Theresa May's leadership pledge and fresh Jeremy Corbyn criticisms make several newspaper front pages.

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Puerto Rico increases Hurricane Maria death toll to 2,975

The official estimate, which was 64, caused almost a year of controversy following the 2017 hurricane.

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Watch: Boats collide over scallop fishing

French and British fishing fleets have come to blows over when they can catch scallops.

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Scallop war: French and British boats clash in Channel

Boats are damaged and stones thrown as French and British fishermen duel in the English Channel.

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US Open 2018: Johanna Konta loses to Caroline Garcia in first round

British number one Johanna Konta loses in the US Open first round for the second successive year.

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Texas police search for mystery woman ringing doorbell

The barefoot woman had vanished by the time the Texas householder answered the door.

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Fans pay their respects to Aretha Franklin in Detroit

At a wake for Aretha Franklin in Detroit, fans pay melodious tribute to the Queen of Soul.

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Printed 3D-gun blueprints back online

Defense Distributed defy court ban on downloadable guns by selling them to select states.

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Drone footage of Belfast Primark blaze

The huge fire that gutted a historic Building in Belfast city centre has been filmed from the air.

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Asia Argento: Rose McGowan speaks up for accuser Jimmy Bennett

What allegedly happened to Jimmy Bennett when he was 17 "wasn't fair [or] right," the actress says.

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Solihull murders: Victim called police on night of attack

Raneem Oudeh made "a number of calls" to officers but they were "unsuccessful" in locating her.

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Brexit: May defends 'sensible' plans for future EU relations

The PM rejects criticism of her approach during a trip to Africa, saying it is the basis of a "good deal".

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Gang crime: How much violence do they commit?

Iain Duncan Smith launches a report on tackling gang violence.

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Ex-chief rabbi condemns Corbyn comments on British Zionists

Jonathan Sacks says the Labour leader's speech is the most offensive since "Rivers of Blood".

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University Challenge to pose 'gender neutral questions'

The BBC Two quiz show's questions will be framed in a way so we shouldn't be able to tell if they were written by a man or a woman.

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Man admits trying to kill six children in hit-and-run

Gerald Gavan drove his car into the youngsters while targeting another man in Glasgow.

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A fake billionaire is fooling people on Twitter

Businessman Warren Buffett is being impersonated in a wildly popular account tweeting inspirational advice

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Dwarf chef 'offered Gordon Ramsay apprenticeship' after college 'snub'

Gordon Ramsay brands a college "disgusting" after claims an aspiring chef was told he was too short.

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John McCain death: A brief history of flag tributes and non-tributes

As the White House returns its flag to half mast for John McCain, here are five other flag disputes.

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Florida video game gunman's dark obsession with hobby

The suspect punched a hole in a door when his gaming console was confiscated, his mother said.

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Russia says biggest war games since Cold War are 'justified'

Next month's military exercise in eastern Russia will involve 300,000 personnel and Chinese troops.

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Aretha Franklin: Queen of Soul to lie in state in Detroit

Thousands are expected to pay their respects to the Queen of Soul before Friday's funeral.

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Would it matter if chequebooks ran out?

Debate over the future of cheques has been prompted amid a pay dispute among cheque printing workers.

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Fellow comedians hit out at Louis CK's stand-up return

Comic writer gave his first stand-up performance since admitting in 2017 to sexual misconduct.

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Windrush: Migrant Dexter Bristol's family walk out of inquest

Dexter Bristol collapsed in the street and died while trying to prove his British citizenship.

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Trump attacks 'left-wing' Google search results

President Donald Trump says most news about him that appears in Google search results is negative

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Reality Check: When should the US flag fly at half mast?

What are the rules governing the flying of the US flag at half mast following the death of John McCain?

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Walkers amazed by Jesus on Twmbarlwm summit

Two runners and their sons hefted the fibreglass statue over stiles and fences to reach the top.

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My Dad Wrote a Porno is heading to US TV

The hit British podcast is being made into a comedy special and will air in 2019.

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Fire breaks out at Primark store in Belfast

Eleven fire engines are at the store in Belfast city centre, which has been evacuated.

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Anti-social commuters: The travel habits you hate

Tell us about the commuter habits you hate the most.

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Vanesa Campos: Five charged with murdering Paris transgender prostitute

Vanesa Campos, a transgender prostitute, reportedly died defending her client from armed robbers.

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Man denies Worcester 'acid attack' on three-year-old son

A father appears alongside six others who also deny involvement in an "acid attack" on the boy.

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Avicii’s family set up tribute site for fans

Fans have been invited to share their memories of the DJ on the memory board.

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House of Fraser attacks 'greedy' landlords

Mike Ashley's firm says "time is running out" to prevent store closures and save hundreds of jobs.

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Paris harassment: Man held for CCTV street attack on woman

When Marie Laguerre was hit in the face, she shared footage of it which went viral.

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Theresa May dons her dancing shoes in SA

The prime minister shimmied with school kids in Cape Town at the start of her visit to Africa.

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Yemen conflict: UN experts detail possible war crimes by all parties

Experts point to attacks on schools, hospitals and markets, in which thousands of civilians have died.

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Spice Girl singer Mel B entering rehab for PTSD

The Spice Girl says she's been drinking "to numb my pain".

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Cystic fibrosis mothers' plea over 'life-changing' drug

Two mothers call on a drug firm and ministers to reach a deal over a 'life-changing' treatment.

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Paralympian Anne Wafula-Strike left on plane for 45 minutes

Wheelchair racer Anne Wafula-Strike says she felt "neglected" after the flight landed at Stansted.

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TV doctors: Taking medicine to the small screen

As Love Island's Dr Alex George joins Good Morning Britain, we ask why doctors love being on TV.

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Calls for Stormont to be restored

Brexit, education, health and public finance decisions are currently on hold, the charity has said.

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What went wrong with payday lender Wonga?

The payday lender says it is considering "all options" following reports the firm could collapse.

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News Daily: May's Africa mission and US-Mexico trade deal

Your morning briefing for Tuesday 28 August 2018.

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Map reveals 'scourge' of Scotland's coastal litter problem

Aerial photographs of plastics and rubbish washed up on beaches are used to better target clean-up work.

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Air pollution 'may harm' cognitive intelligence, study says

Chronic exposure to poisonous air has a bigger negative impact on older men, a new study reveals.

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Malcolm Turnbull: Australian ex-PM 'to quit parliament'

Malcolm Turnbull's exit will place the government's parliamentary majority at risk.

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Solihull murders: 'Huge' manhunt for suspect Janbaz Tarin

Police make a "huge" effort to trace Janbaz Tarin over the killings of his ex-partner and her mother.

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Theresa May to pledge Africa investment boost after Brexit

Mrs May wants the UK to overtake the US to become the G7's biggest investor in the continent by 2022.

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Children 'ready to flee’ violence at Greek refugee camp

Moria refugee camp on the island of Lesbos suffers from overcrowding and deadly violence.

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May's mission to woo Africa after Brexit

British Prime Minister Theresa May starts a three-nation tour of Africa where she will promote trade ties.

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Is this African teenager a future coding superstar?

Nigerian schoolgirl Tomisin Ogunnubi is impressing tech companies with her coding ambitions.

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How Coca-Cola World Cup sales were boosted by shelf tech

Making sure there are enough products on shelves is a tricky challenge for retailers and brands.

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The mental health chatbot

Chatbots are being used to help people deal with mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.

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Bullet shatters Palestinian cyclist's Asian Games dream

A Palestinian cyclist was close to his Asian Games dream, but a bullet has left him with one leg.

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Bridesmaid spends 15 hours escaping wedding

Lucy was a friend's bridesmaid in a remote part of Scotland but agoraphobia meant she had to plan her exit.

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Beg, get arrested, go to court, repeat...

Luke has been arrested 17 times for begging, and jailed twice. He returns to the streets each time - and before long he's arrested again.

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Strictly stars share their hopes and fears

The season launch for Strictly Come Dancing 2018 took place at BBC Broadcasting House.

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Toyota to invest $500m in Uber in driverless car deal

The deal is part of a plan to develop self-driving cars "at scale" and values Uber at $72bn.

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The Papers: PM in Africa and 'heatwave food shock'

Research suggesting food bills could rise 5% because of the hot weather features in several papers.

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Yemen cholera epidemic 'controlled' by computer predictions

Cases are slashed thanks to a new system that predicts where outbreaks will occur.

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Chagos Islands dispute: UK 'threatened' Mauritius

The Chagos Islands dispute is seen by some as an indication of the UK's waning global influence.

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Acro World Tour: Paragliders compete over Lake Geneva

Paragliders, base jumpers and pilots competed at the Acro World Tour finals in Switzerland.

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US boy, 9, killed himself after homophobic bullying, mum says

The Denver boy said other students at the school told him to kill himself, according to his mother.

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Germany migrants: Protesters face off in Chemnitz

Several people are injured as rival demonstrators clash in Chemnitz over a murder on Sunday.

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John McCain: Trump not attending late senator's funeral

In a letter from his deathbed, John McCain urged Americans not to "hide behind walls".

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Dutch 'Anne & Frank' bakery to be renamed after outcry

Critics say it is "tasteless" for an Amsterdam baker to link his shop to a Holocaust victim.

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The five-year-old 'conquering Everest' on Pendle Hill

Daisy, 5, from Lancashire, has climbed Pendle Hill 52 times to raise money for the Pendleside Hospice.

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Notting Hill Carnival 2018: Rain, rum and reggae

Thousands of people party through west London to celebrate African-Caribbean culture.

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Myanmar Rohingya: What will happen next after damning UN report?

A damning UN report on abuses against Rohingya Muslims prompts a Facebook crackdown on hate speech.

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Bodyguard: What the critics say about new BBC drama

Bodyguard debuted on BBC One with a peak of 6.9 million viewers.

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Solihull murders: Manhunt for suspect Janbaz Tarin

Janbaz Tarin is being sought over the killings of his ex-partner and her mother in Solihull.

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US-Mexico reach NAFTA breakthrough

The two countries have agreed to trade terms, but a final accord will need sign-off from Canada.

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Notting Hill Carnival: Silence held for Grenfell victims

Sound systems and parade bands fell quiet to remember the 72 people who died in the blaze.

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KSI v Logan Paul: Twitch pirates outnumbered YouTube payers

Amazon's video service faces criticism after pirated streams of Saturday's bouts drew millions.

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Teenage hillwalker dies in mountain fall on Stac Pollaidh

The body of the West Yorkshire teenager was discovered soon after he was reported overdue by his party.

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'I vomit 30 times a day' - Caitlin's dilemma

Perth teenager Caitlin White says all the options of treatment open to her come with health risks.

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German far-right street mob alarms police in Chemnitz

A city festival ends abruptly in eastern Germany as hundreds of protesters take to the streets.

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Electric shock collars for pets to be banned

Environment secretary Michael Gove said the collars caused unacceptable "harm and suffering".

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Glasgow dog swallows 8-inch metal skewer

The six-year-old female sharpei had eaten the skewer at a barbecue along with a chicken kebab.

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Thieves flown to UK from Chile for burglaries

Police say they have dismantled a gang that targeted wealthy homes in the South East.

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Big dreams of Milton Keynes DJ and guitarist, aged 11

Luke set up his own DJ business two years ago and gets booked to play all kinds of events.

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The steel pan band that has been playing Carnival for 40 years

Thousands will hear the steel pan bands play at this year’s Notting Hill Carnival – but how did the form of music come about?

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Google is irresponsible claims Fortnite's chief in bug row

Epic Games' chief criticises Google's security team for refusing to wait before revealing a bug.

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Brest frisky dolphin sparks French swimming ban

A bottlenose dolphin nicknamed Zafar has been getting too close to bathers.

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Pineapples found washed up on Shetland beaches

The unusual discoveries around Shetland follow containers of fruit being lost from a cargo ship in the Atlantic last year.

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Weight-loss drug lorcaserin found to be safe in new study

Long-term use of the US weight-loss pill is found to be safe for the heart, in a major study finds.

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Thieves replace Paraguay police rifles with toy replicas

Officers say at least 42 rifles are missing and have been replaced with wooden or plastic versions.

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Florida shooting: Video gamers killed by rival at tournament

US media name two pro video gamers as the victims of a rival in a shooting at a Florida tournament.

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Myanmar military leaders must face genocide charges, says UN

An unprecedented UN report says top army figures must answer for 'shocking' crimes in Rakhine and elsewhere.

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Mother, 49, and daughter, 22, stabbed to death in street

A 49-year-old mother and her 22-year-old daughter are stabbed to death in a street in Solihull.

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What to do if you're attacked by a swarm of wasps

If you are attacked by a swarm of wasps do not thrash round, play dead or jump into water.

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Nicky Verstappen: Suspect held over Dutch boy's 1998 death

Jos Brech, the main suspect in the 1998 death of 11-year-old Nicky Verstappen, is arrested in Spain.

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Iran gripped by despair as country faces economic turmoil, drought

Iranians callers tell the BBC why the country has been gripped by a wave of despair.

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The virtual land selling for millions

Why would anyone spend real money to buy land in a city that only exists in virtual reality?

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What does it mean to look Muslim?

Muslim and non-Muslim men have been swapping clothes for a photography project to combat stereotyping.

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Inside the most dangerous parts of Sellafield

A look at the technology being used in the clean-up operation at the Sellafield nuclear plant.

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The forest beekeepers of Zanzibar

Using honey to boost the income of the archipelago's residents.

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Seeing double: The twins turning a profit

Some identical twins have seen a business opportunity in their matching looks.

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QPR match programmes 'kept me sane', says Vietnam veteran

Soldier received memorabilia from 11-year-old fellow QPR fan while fighting on the battlefield.

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Berkhamsted Revisited: The podcast for millennial women that's a hit with men

Berkhamsted Revisited is a podcast about a teenage girl's diary - so why are most of its listeners men?

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Touring 21st-Century Devon with a pre-war guidebook

Emma Jane Kirby has driven around the UK with first-edition guides from 1939 to see how Britain has changed. Last stop: Devon.

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What is 'primitive technology' and why do we love it?

Why are millions of people watching videos of men in woods demonstrating "primitive technology"?

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Sri Lanka mass grave: Dozens of skeletons found in Mannar

Dozens of bodies have been unearthed in the country's former war zone in the north.

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Pope keeps silent on abuse claim letter at end of Irish visit

Pope Francis declines to comment on allegations he covered up sexual abuse by a US cardinal.

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Theresa May to visit Africa for first time as prime minister

Mrs May will discuss trade and security issues on a three-day trip to Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa.

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Food prices 'to rise 5%' because of extreme weather

Meat, vegetable and dairy prices to rise after production falls, research finds.

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Fake cosmetics found to contain 'toxic' chemicals

People are warned that counterfeit beauty products can "pose serious health risks".

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Online shopping drives demand for warehousing space

Demand for warehousing space has almost doubled in the past 10 years, as online shopping surges.

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People's Vote campaign puts pressure on Labour leadership

Leaked memo reveals co-ordinated attempt to commit Jeremy Corbyn's party to backing a new referendum.

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Uber 'to focus on bikes over cars'

The ride-hailing firm says it will put more emphasis on bike hire, even though it could hurt profits.

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The Papers: Brexit 'lavs' and 'burglary tourists'

A no-deal Brexit could lead to a 13-mile line of toilets, says one paper, while another reports on Chilean thieves.

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Notting Hill Carnival: Revellers party through rain

Thousands of performers take to the streets for Notting Hill Carnival's Family Day.

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Mass shooting in Jacksonville, Florida

Police in Jacksonville, Florida say are responding to a mass shooting at an entertainment complex

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Bank holiday weekend washout: Wet and windy weather across UK

Wet and windy weather hits sporting and music events ahead of predicted sunshine on Monday.

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Wonga 'considering all options' amid compensation claims

The payday lender is considering "all options" after struggling with a spike in compensation claims.

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When the Pope asked Ireland for forgiveness

BBC News NI's Leanna Byrne looks back on the significance of Ireland's first papal visit for 40 years.

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What else did Pope Francis do in Ireland?

Selfies, signed shirts and relationship advice, a look at what went on during the Pope's visit to Ireland.

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Neil Simon: Celebrated US playwright dies aged 91

He became famous for 1960s stage and screen hits including The Odd Couple and Barefoot In The Park.

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Bodies of missing fishermen found by Norfolk coastguard

The search for two missing North Sea fishermen is called off after bodies are discovered.

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Australia: Illegal boat runs aground in Queensland crocodile swamp

Australian officials are unsure if the crew of the vessel, who fled the ship, are refugees or fishermen.

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Galileo: Funding pledge for UK rival to EU sat-nav system

The UK's own satellite navigation system project is to get a £92m boost, an official tells the BBC.

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Zaghari-Ratcliffe 'to return to prison'

Charity worker Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe has not been granted extension to temporary release in Iran, husband says

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New rules could see non-MP lead Lib Dems

The party will open itself up to candidates who are not MPs, but insists Vince Cable is not stepping down.

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Egypt hotel deaths: 'Something in room killed my parents'

Their daughter describes how she found her parents critically ill in their hotel room.

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John McCain: Tributes as Vietnam veteran and six-term senator dies at 81

Vietnam veteran and six-term Republican senator John McCain died at 81 from brain cancer.

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In pictures: Pope in Ireland

A selection of the best images as Pope Francis visits Knock shrine on the second day of his Irish visit.

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Two of four stolen giant tortoises found in Dorset

Blastoise and Jeffery were found, but the other two - Squirtle and Wartortle - are still missing

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Five times McCain clashed with Trump

The Vietnam War veteran was one of the Republican Party's most outspoken critics of the president.

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Asbestos warning for Sea King helicopter engineers

The MoD says it is urgently removing suspect parts and warning those who may have been exposed.

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Extra police powers as the Notting Hill Carnival begins

Police say Notting Hill powers granted following "incidents of violence" over the last week.

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Papal visit: How Ireland received Pope Francis

BBC News NI's Leanna Byrne reflects on the first day of the first papal visit to Ireland for 40 years.

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Didi Chuxing suspends carpool service after woman killed

China's ride-hailing app suspends its trip sharing service after a driver raped and killed a woman.

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A Syrian family's return to Raqqa after five years of struggle

Um Louay and her nine children say returning to their partially-destroyed house is better than living in a camp.

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Papal visit: Pope Francis travels to Knock Shrine

Crowds of up to 500,000 people are also expected to gather in Dublin's Phoenix Park.

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Helmets should be 'compulsory' for cyclists - Geraint Thomas

The Tour de France champion believes there is "no reason" not to wear a helmet while cycling.

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John McCain: US war hero, maverick, political titan

The Arizona senator and Vietnam veteran was a towering figure in US public life for decades.

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Lindsay Kemp on David Bowie, Kate Bush and eclairs

Speaking to Newsnight in 2016, Lindsay Kemp discussed his love of dance and his work with music stars.

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Philip Jones Griffiths' daughter on the Vietnam War photographer

Philip Jones Griffiths captured the horrors of war- a reality he did not want to shield from his daughters.

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Meet an ivory trafficker's 'worst nightmare'

A new technique is helping turn dogs at one Kenyan port into super-sniffers.

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Italy migrant row: Interior minister under investigation

Sicilian prosecutors are investigating Italy's Matteo Salvini as migrants are kept on a rescue boat.

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The birds that follow planes to get home

One of the world’s most endangered birds has lost its sense of direction. So a team of humans are flying aircraft over 1,000km with a flock of birds behind them.

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Your pictures on the theme of... windows

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

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Growing up in Australia's 'Big Dry'

Australian kids say the New South Wales drought is hitting their family life and schooling hard.

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Why some men in Papua New Guinea cut their skin to resemble crocodiles

In Papua New Guinea, on the western half of the world's second-biggest island, traditional rituals still survive.

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The beat cop who became a crime writer

Denzil Meyrick says much of his success as an author is down to his experiences as a police officer.

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Asian Games: India's elderly bridge players aim for glory

Two pensioners hope to win a medal as their sport debuts at the 2018 Asian Games.

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Unpicking the cyber-crime economy

Apple iPhones, expensive cars and high-end houses are all ways cyber-thieves try to cash out.

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Finding a solution to Canada's Indigenous water crisis

Has a British Columbia First Nations found a way to tackle long-term drinking water advisories?

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Procrastination: It's pretty much all in the mind

Scans show differences in the brains of those who love to put things offs compared with the "doers".

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Government plans tougher insolvency law

Directors who let firms go bust, in order to avoid paying salaries and into pensions, face being fined.

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Grand National 'could be hit by no deal Brexit' warns racing group

Tiger Roll won at Aintree in April, helped by an agreement that eases movement across the Irish Sea,

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The key moments in John McCain's life

In many ways, John McCain's life reflected the history of the 20th Century.

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Dinosaur DNA clues unpicked by researchers at Kent University

Dinosaurs may have their DNA to thank for why they stuck around so long on Earth.

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US Senator John McCain dies aged 81

John McCain, Vietnam war hero turned senator and presidential candidate, has died aged 81.

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The Papers: NHS 'ghost patients' and 'Chelsea for sale'

The Premier League club's potential sale is one exclusive story in Sunday's papers, while another highlights the money GPs get for patients who don't exist.

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KSI vs Logan Paul: YouTube boxing fight ends in a draw

KSI and Logan Paul took their online rivalry into the boxing ring in a much-hyped match.

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Turkey police fire tear gas at mothers' protest

Officials said the regular sit-in to remember disappeared sons was promoted by a banned group.

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North Sea search for fishermen after ship sinks

Three men are rescued after their vessel sank 25 miles from the Norfolk coastline.

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Passengers stranded as paddle steamer Waverley breaks down

Hundreds of people are thought to be on board the paddle steamer which is stuck in the Firth of Clyde.

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Egypt hotel deaths: 'No toxic gas in UK couple's room'

British holidaymakers have been flown home from a hotel in Egypt where a couple died.

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Abuse scandal is 'source of pain'

Pope Francis and Taoiseach Leo Varadkar addressed the child sex abuse scandal in the Catholic church.

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Challenge Cup final: Catalans beat Warrington 20-14 to win first piece of silverware

Catalans Dragons are the first non-English side to win rugby league's Challenge Cup, beating Warrington in the Wembley final

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Actress Emma Thompson on calling out sexual harassment

The actress speaks about her own daughter's experience and her reaction to the #MeToo movement.

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'Voice of Millennials' scoops comedy prize

New Zealander Rose Matafeo's Horndog is named best comedy show at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

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Abandoned tiger and lion cubs frolic with puppies at Beijing zoo

Tiger and lion cubs are pictured alongside golden retriever puppies after they were raised together.

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'May the toys be with you': Huge crowds for Star Wars show

The exhibition of Star Wars toys and other memorabilia has broken records at a Leicester museum.

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Wolves 1-1 Man City: Aymeric Laporte rescues Molineux draw for champions

Aymeric Laporte rescues Manchester City a draw at newly promoted Wolves as the visitors' 100% winning start to their title defence ends.

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Venezuela migrant crisis: Peru tightens border controls

New passport rules come into force as South American states struggle to contain a refugee crisis.

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Notting Hill Carnival: Meet Ebony Steelband and their 100 members

Ebony Steelband have won Notting Hill Carnival's Panorama competition 22 times, could this year be their 23rd?

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Lindsay Kemp, choreographer and Bowie mentor, dies at 80

The ground-breaking artist helped create Bowie's Ziggy Stardust persona and taught Kate Bush to dance.

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YouTuber McSkillet among three dead in 'wrong way' crash

Gamer McSkillet, 18, was driving his McLaren in wrong lane at 100mph near San Diego, witnesses say.

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Prince death: Singer's family sues doctor over opioid addiction

A lawsuit alleges the star's doctor failed to give him proper treatment for an opioid addiction.

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Rodrigo Alves removed from the Big Brother house

Channel 5 says it comes after a "further incident" - he was previously warned for using the N-word.

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Details published of Alex Salmond sexual harassment claim

A woman alleges the former first minister touched her inappropriately, according to the Daily Record.

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ICYMI: Zoo's weigh-in and a greasy pole

Some of the stories you may have missed this week.

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From slavery to Windrush: My family's story

The BBC's Amanda Kirton discovers why the Windrush scandal was about more than the politics of immigration.

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Brexit deal or no deal: What about my pension?

The Brexit no-deal papers raised questions over expats' pension payments. So how else could retirement be affected?

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Elon Musk will no longer take Tesla private

The electric car maker's share price has slumped since Elon Musk said he wanted to take it private.

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Egypt hotel deaths: British holidaymakers flown back to UK

Thomas Cook is flying back customers who have been staying in the hotel where two Britons died.

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Ex-Playboy model found strangled at US home

Police officers found the 36-year-old's body in the first-floor unit on Wednesday night.

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Venezuela migration nears 'Mediterranean crisis point'

UN officials issued stark warnings as neighbouring countries seek to stem to the flow of migrants.

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US to cut $200m aid to Gaza and West Bank

The decision was made on US President Donald Trump's orders, a State Department official says.

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RMT strike: Disruption expected at major events and festivals

The walkout is the first day of planned strikes over the next six consecutive Saturdays.

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Why is there a measles outbreak in Europe?

Thirty-seven deaths have been recorded from the disease already this year.

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The best news photos from around the world this week

A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week.

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Could a porn star payment bring down Trump?

The president's former personal lawyer Michael Cohen says Mr Trump instructed him to make the payments.

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Rohingya girls in danger: Teenage bride, missing daughter, sex worker

The stories of three young women from a Rohingya refugee camp in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh.

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Wales namesakes: The country and the Yorkshire village

Welcome to Wales, the village not to be confused with the country.

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Prisons: Why are they in such a state?

Birmingham prison is in a "state of crisis", but it's not the only one causing concern.

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Obituary: Chicha Mariani and the 42-year search for her grandchild

Chicha Mariani, who died this week, had still hoped to find the granddaughter seized in 1976.

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Changing face of race relations, 60 years after riot

How a city moved on from a riot that left the streets of a suburb like a "slaughterhouse".

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Critically-ill children 'need more aftercare'

More NHS clinical psychologists are needed to help children and their families back on their feet after long-term illness.

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Canada's 'most racist city' makes a comeback

Four years ago, the death of an indigenous teenager put Winnipeg on the map for all the wrong reasons. Not any more.

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Abortion pill will be allowed to taken at home in England, under new plan

The change means women will be able to take the second abortion pill at home rather than in a clinic.

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Bridezillas wedding firm in Morley stops trading

Bridezillas, of Morley, provided flowers, decorations and items such as tablecloths for wedding venues.

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Luton Airport: 'Painful' or 'stress-free'?

The airport has come bottom of a passenger satisfaction survey for the third year running.

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My first week as BBC's Venezuela correspondent

Between a new currency and an earthquake, it's been a busy week for BBC Mundo's Guillermo Olmo.

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Papal visit: Pope Francis to begin two-day Irish visit

Pope Francis arrives in the Republic of Ireland later for the country's first papal visit for 39 years.

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The Papers: Salmond 'fights back' and 'suspicious' Egypt deaths

Saturday's papers feature a British couple who died in Egypt and the former SNP leader Alex Salmond.

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Kerala floods: 'My daughter was my world'

Jolly lost her daughter and mother-in-law when their home collapsed due to flooding in Kerala.

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Notting Hill Carnival: 'Family' where music is thicker than blood

Band leader Marlon Hibbert never truly felt part of a family until he established one of his own.

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Kerala floods: Victims face snake menace as waters recede

Authorities in the south Indian state say a large number of snakes may be hiding in flooded homes.

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North Korea visit: Trump calls off Pompeo trip

North Korea is not doing enough on denuclearisation, the president tweets, and has a dig at China too.

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Jeremy Corbyn defends 'British Zionist' comments

Labour's leader says his 2013 remark was not about Jewish people - but he is now more careful with words.

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Bear roams 'The Shining' hotel in Colorado

A bear was filmed going through the lobby of the hotel that inspired Stephen King's classic horror novel in Colorado.

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'Latin America want to avoid a migrant crisis like Europe'

The UNHCR explains how countries in Latin America have taken positive steps to welcome Venezuelans.

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Nottinghamshire woman issues Leeds Festival 'spiking' warning

Loren Collins says she nearly died after her drink was spiked at last year's Leeds Festival.

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Yes, Antarctica has a fire department

Yes, Antarctica has (and needs) a fire department. Megan Branson spent three seasons there as a fire-fighter/paramedic.

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KSI vs Logan Paul: YouTube heavyweights ready for boxing showdown

Rivals KSI and Logan Paul are taking their online beef into the boxing ring for a much-hyped bout.

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Germany fire: Firefighters battle huge Berlin forest blaze

German fire crews are fighting to extinguish a forest fire the size of 500 football pitches.

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Ariana Grande and Aretha Franklin dominate music charts

Ariana Grande tops the UK album chart in a week that sees three Aretha Franklin discs in the Top 40.

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Woman charged over Worcester 'acid attack' on boy

Martina Badiova, 22, from Birmingham, is due to appear before magistrates on Saturday.

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RAF intercepts Russian aircraft over Black Sea

UK Typhoons on a Nato mission to bolster defences in Romania are scrambled for the second time this week.

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Two homeless people found living in caves in Nottingham

The pair had got past the 8ft-high metal fence and were living there for more than two weeks.

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Celebrity Big Brother: Channel 5 boss was 'furious' with Stormy Daniels

Daniels pulled out of Celebrity Big Brother hours before its launch episode

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Senator John McCain discontinuing cancer treatment

The senator has been battling cancer for over a year and has now decided to cease treatment.

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Japan's first woman fighter pilot to blaze a trail in skies

An end to a ban on women in the air force means Misa Matsushima can fulfil a childhood Top Gun dream.

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Unusual 'cloud streets' spotted over Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire

The phenomenon was spotted by BBC Weather Watchers in southern England.

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Four reasons why Australian politics is so crazy

Revenge, coups, backstabbing, front stabbing - why is Australian politics such a bloodbath?

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Cardiff Aneurin Bevan statue gets spikes to stop birds poo

The 15ft (4.5m) high statue on Queen Street in Cardiff is popular with pigeons and seagulls.

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