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Sunday 30 April 2023

Cuba cancels May Day parade because of fuel shortages

Acute shortages force the communist government to scrap mass Workers' Day celebrations in Havana.

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Bodmin murder investigation after man stabbed in brawl

The victim, aged in his 30s, died at the scene and a man aged 24 is arrested on suspicion of murder.

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Liz Truss contests £12,000 bill over use of Chevening country house

The former prime minister says most of the bill relates to using Chevening for government business.

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Call for thorough investigation after ferry grounding

The MV Pentalina had 60 people on board when it grounded at St Margaret's Hope on Saturday night.

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Caerphilly: Baby in hospital after dog attack

The baby's injuries are not believed to be life-threatening, say police.

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Barack Obama and friends surprise Barcelona restaurant

Bruce Springsteen and Steven Spielberg joined the ex-US president for dinner in the Catalan capital.

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Saturday 29 April 2023

Gunman kills five, including child, at Texas home

Police in Cleveland, Texas are looking for the suspect, described as a Mexican man carrying a rifle.

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Star Wars illustrator Matt Ferguson and the return of classic poster art

Matt Ferguson has gone from working at HMV to designing posters for the world's biggest films.

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Barack Obama and friends surprise Barcelona restaurant

Bruce Springsteen and Steven Spielberg joined the ex-US president for dinner in the Catalan capital.

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Sudan family reunite: 'No words can describe this moment'

Muammar Ali sees his three-month old baby daughter, Wahaj, for the first time, as his family joins him in the UK from Sudan.

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Richard Sharp: PM should not appoint BBC chair, says David Dimbleby

The veteran broadcaster calls for a "cross party" public commission to ensure the BBC's balance.

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Ukraine war: Crimea oil tank set ablaze by reported drone

Flames engulf the facility in Russian-held Sevastopol, a day after a wave of strikes across Ukraine.

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Friday 28 April 2023

'Dangerous manoeuvres' in China and Philippines' cat-and-mouse sea chase

A near-collision between Chinese and Philippine vessels underscores the dangers in disputed waters.

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Vietnam arrests 65 for drug smuggling in toothpaste tubes

Vietnam is a major drug-trafficking hub despite having some of the harshest drug laws in the world.

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Did BBC boss Tim Davie tell chairman Richard Sharp he had to go?

Ex-BBC chairman Richard Sharp resigned despite a belief from his side he would retain his job.

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Unite union votes to reject NHS pay offer

The offer covers two years, including an additional one-off payment for 2022/23 and a 5% pay rise.

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Sudan: The young Brits worrying about relatives in the country

People at a community centre in Bristol say they're worried about family members who are still there.

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Douglas Ross backtracks on tactical voting call

The Scottish Conservative leader told the BBC he "never said" his supporters should vote Labour.

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Richard Sharp: BBC chairman resigns over report into appointment

The report, by barrister Adam Heppinstall, found he breached the governance code for public appointments.

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Thursday 27 April 2023

Richard Sharp: Report on appointment of BBC chairman expected

Questions were raised about Richard Sharp's role in securing a loan for the then PM Boris Johnson.

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Lucy Letby trial: Nurse cries as interview excerpts read in court

Excerpts of Lucy Letby's interviews with Cheshire Police after her arrest are heard at her trial.

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Royle Family and Emmerdale actor Peter Martin dies aged 82

Tributes are paid to Mr Martin, from Gainsborough, who also appeared in Emmerdale and Brassed Off.

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Ashes 2023: Australia trying 'Bazball' will help England - Stuart Broad

Stuart Broad says "it would be great" if Australia try to mirror England's 'Bazball' tactics during this summer's Ashes series.

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Football great Pelé enters dictionary as synonym for 'unique'

The football legend's name is added to a Brazilian dictionary as an adjective meaning "exceptional".

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Wednesday 26 April 2023

King Charles coronation: Sinn Féin's Michelle O'Neill accepts invite

The party's vice president says she's committed to "building good relations" across the UK and Ireland.

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Steve Shanks: London Marathon runner dies on way home from race

Steve Shanks had completed the 26.2-mile (42.1km) distance in under three hours on Sunday.

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Madrid Open: Emma Raducanu withdraws with injury before first-round match

British number one Emma Raducanu withdraws from the Madrid Open with a hand injury hours before her first-round match.

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Formula 1 sprint races: New format to be introduced for 2023's six events

Formula 1 is to introduce a new format for 'sprint' races, starting at this weekend's Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

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Lucy Bronze: England and Barcelona defender has keyhole knee surgery

England and Barcelona defender Lucy Bronze undergoes keyhole knee surgery and will miss the second leg of the Women's Champions League semi-final, her club confirms.

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Tuesday 25 April 2023

Former SNP treasurer 'didn't know' about motorhome

Colin Beattie says he did not know about or sign off the party's purchase of the luxury vehicle.

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Reece James: Injury rules out Chelsea defender for rest of the season

Chelsea interim boss Frank Lampard says Reece James will miss the rest of the season with a hamstring injury, while Mason Mount is "unlikely" to feature in final seven games.

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KitKat maker Nestle hikes prices but sales still sweet

Nestle says it has raised the prices by nearly 10% over the past year due to "significant" cost inflation.

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Older Americans weigh in on President Joe Biden's age

The US president is running for re-election in 2024, do people think his age is a problem?

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Brexit: MPs call for public inquiry into impact of leaving EU

MPs brand Brexit a "disaster" but the government says leaving the EU was a "democratic choice".

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England v France: Shaun Wane names 15 uncapped players for Test

England coach Shaun Wane names 15 uncapped players in his 19-man squad to face France in a mid-season Test on Saturday.

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Monday 24 April 2023

Twitter gives fake Disney account verified status

The gold tick confirmation appeared despite the account holder saying he had not paid for it.

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Diane Abbott's comments were antisemitic, Labour leader says

Sir Keir Starmer condemns the senior MP's racism remarks and says he acted swiftly to suspend her.

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Man who tried to pull woman in front of Tube train jailed

Arthur Hawrylewicz attempted to push a young woman in front of a Tube train on 29 August last year.

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Bonus BeReal: BeReal increases daily post limit

Is Bonus BeReal an exciting new feature or an attempt to breathe some life back into the social app?

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Wagner in Sudan: What have Russian mercenaries been up to?

The Wagner group denies involvement in the current conflict, but there's evidence it has previously been active in Sudan.

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Teenagers at risk of rare diseases after drop in vaccine take-up

The number of youngsters having jabs since the pandemic has fallen, UK health officials say.

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In pictures: Northern lights display sends the skies purple

Photographers and sky watchers are treated to a purple display in the night sky.

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Sunday 23 April 2023

Proclaimers removed from King's coronation playlist

The BBC understands the move was made in response to complaints about the band's anti-royal views.

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CBI rape allegations 'shocking' says Labour shadow minister

The lobbying group needs 'root and branch' reform, says Labour's Jonathan Ashworth.

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British diplomats evacuated from Sudan

British diplomats and their families evacuated from Sudan in a "complex and rapid" operation, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak confirms

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Thabo Bester: Body used in South African rapist's prison break identified

Notorious South African rapist Thabo Bester faked his own death to break out of prison last year.

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Jack Teixeira: The video game players sharing secrets online

Online gamers are posting classified documents online to settle arguments over military hardware.

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Twitter restores blue tick to high profile accounts

Twitter restores the verified blue badge to accounts that insist they did not pay for a subscription.

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Ofsted boss defends inspection after teacher death

Amanda Spielman says she has no reason to doubt school inspection, after its headteacher took her life.

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Saturday 22 April 2023

Chelsea 0-1 Barcelona: Blues trail in Women's Champions League semi-final

Chelsea must come from behind to reach the Women's Champions League final after losing to Barcelona in the semi-final first leg at Stamford Bridge.

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Lucy Bronze: England defender limps off injured to spark fears over making World Cup

England defender Lucy Bronze goes off with what appears to be a knee injury in Barcelona's Champions League semi-final first leg with Chelsea.

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Barry Humphries: The satirist and comedian whose life was dominated by Dame Edna Everage

The talented actor, satirist and comedian whose life was dominated by his gaudy alter-ego.

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SNP appoint MP Stuart McDonald as new treasurer after Beattie resignation

Mr McDonald replaces Colin Beattie, who quit after being arrested amid a probe into party finances.

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Coachella 2023: Inside the festival's brand houses

The main event at the music festival sometimes called the "influencer Olympics" is a big money game.

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Friday 21 April 2023

Dominic Raab: Civil servants express relief after resignation

Some of those who have worked with the former deputy PM give their reaction to his departure.

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Wrexham AFC's Hollywood finale sparks USA tourism boom

Wrexham prepares as the star-owned football team go for glory, watched by fans around the world.

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Eid al-Fitr: How Muslims celebrate the end of Ramadan

After a month of fasting and reflection, Muslims around the world come together to celebrate Eid.

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Rachel Weisz on graphic birth scenes and playing twins in Dead Ringers

Actress Rachel Weisz's upcoming TV drama Dead Ringers sees her portray identical twin obstetricians.

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Sudan fighting: The unsung heroes keeping Khartoum residents alive

WhatsApp groups and social media are brimming with offers of help for those without food or medicine.

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Thursday 20 April 2023

Can people in the US shoot before asking questions?

Recent shootings of unarmed victims raise questions about the right to protect people and property.

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Dominic Raab bullying report handed to Rishi Sunak

Rishi Sunak will consider the findings and decide whether Mr Raab can remain deputy PM and justice secretary.

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Dominic Raab: Judgement day on bullying claims

Rishi Sunak's deputy is braced for the outcome of a report that could seal his political fate.

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India population: The job crisis driving millions to big cities

Indians are migrating to big cities in search of a better life - but are there enough jobs for them?

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Quiz: Can you spot an AI-generated image?



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Wednesday 19 April 2023

Milenko Maric: Man extradited from UK over alleged war crimes

Milenko Maric, who was living in Derby, has been extradited to Croatia, police say.

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Sudan conflict: Residents flee capital Khartoum as fighting continues

Thousands of civilians have fled the capital Khartoum as foreign nations prepare evacuation missions.

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‘I was born from rape - but I won’t let it define me’

Refusing to let the past dictate their lives - people share stories of being born to mothers who were raped.

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Overdraft changes saved borrowers £1bn, says watchdog

Simpler overdraft rates have helped borrowers but some still miss out on support, the FCA says.

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Ellis Genge: England and Bristol prop given three-week ban for dangerous tackle

England prop Ellis Genge is banned for three weeks for a dangerous tackle on Tom Curry during Bristol's defeat by Sale.

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Frozen food beating fresh as shoppers seek savings

Chicken, chips, pizza and ready meals are the most popular frozen items, supermarket data shows.

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Tuesday 18 April 2023

Italian police find cocaine packages floating in the sea off Sicily

Italian police said it was probably "one of the largest" drug hauls ever made in the country.

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King Charles coronation: Troops take part in midnight rehearsal

Troops on horseback and carriage drivers practise for the King's coronation on London's streets.

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Brass band member, 95, breaks world record

Tom Street is surprised with the accolade for the longest-serving man to play in a brass band.

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Frank Ocean at Coachella: The grief of losing a sibling

People who've lost a brother or sister say Frank Ocean speaking about his own loss helps others.

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Archaeologists discover remains of Roman fortlet near Clydebank

Attempts to unearth the structure in West Dunbartonshire failed in the 1970s and 1980s.

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Apple in Mumbai: Tim Cook inaugurates first store in India

The Apple CEO greeted customers who visited the store and posed for selfies with some of them.

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Drake and The Weeknd AI song pulled from Spotify and Apple

The song, which cloned the stars' voices, is removed from streaming platforms after a copyright claim.

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Monday 17 April 2023

Spotify makes 'difficult decision' to drop Heardle

The move comes less than a year after the music streaming service bought the name-that-song game.

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Alabama shooting: Young football star Phil Dowdell killed in Alabama shooting

Four were killed at a 16-year-old girl's birthday party on Saturday in the small town of Dadeville.

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Alex Fletcher: Bath City striker on impact of life-threatening skull injury

Alex Fletcher, a non-league striker who fractured his skull colliding with concrete barriers next to the pitch, says "my family were told if I made it I may not be the same person".

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Garth Crooks' Team of the Week: Stones, Fernandes, Enciso, Eze, Haaland

Which Premier League players impressed our football pundit Garth Crooks enough to make the Team of the Week?

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Vladimir Kara-Murza: Russian opposition figure jailed for 25 years

The former journalist denies the charges against him, which are linked to his anti-war comments.

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Sunday 16 April 2023

EU rejects Ukraine grain bans by Poland and Hungary

The two countries say the measures are necessary to protect their farming sectors from cheap imports.

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Atiq Ahmed: The brazen murder of an Indian mafia don-turned-politician

Atiq Ahmed, shot dead live on TV, built a fiefdom in northern India but his power had begun to wane.

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Amazon strike: Hundreds of workers in Coventry walk out in pay dispute

GMB members walked out at 06:30 BST on Sunday and will strike until Tuesday, the union says.

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Heavyweight Joe Joyce says his 'journey will continue' after losing to Zhilei Zhang in London

British heavyweight Joe Joyce says "the journey will continue" after his defeat by Zhilei Zhang in London on Saturday.

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Dubai fire: Sixteen killed in blaze at Al Ras apartment building

A statement from Dubai Civil Defence says safety compliance may have been a factor.

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Saturday 15 April 2023

Tottenham shooting: Two arrests after teenager dies in shooting

It comes after the Met launched a murder investigation into the death of Tyler McDermott.

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SNP ruling body orders governance and transparency review

Party leader Humza Yousaf says it will involve "external" input and may feature forensic auditors.

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Sudan fighting: The military rivalry behind the clashes in Khartoum

The fighting is a direct result of a vicious power struggle within the military leadership.

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Canary Wharf: Spectacular photos of skyscraper rediscovered

Tony Brien sat in a box 830ft above east London to capture the images of One Canada Square.

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Ramadan: Cathedrals, museums and stadiums host iftar meals

Cathedrals and stadiums host iftar meals for people of all backgrounds as part of the Islamic month.

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Woman held over Grand National protest

A 33-year-old woman is arrested in connection with potential co-ordinated disruption activities at Saturday's Grand National at Aintree.

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Sudan: Fighting erupts in Khartoum as army and paramilitary force clash

Battles are reported at several locations in the capital Khartoum and elsewhere in the country.

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Friday 14 April 2023

Sarah Beeny: TV presenter given all-clear following breast cancer treatment

The TV host and property expert said recent months had been a "rollercoaster ride".

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Grand National 2023: Pinstickers' guide to Aintree runners and riders

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

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Ex Premier League striker Danny Graham admits drink-drive crash

Ex Premier League striker Danny Graham ploughed into a store on the exclusive estate where he lives.

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Laverbread: Seaweed-loving chef's bid to promote delicacy

Today is National Laverbread Day - according to a chef who wants the whole of Wales to celebrate it.

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Blackpool police investigate after man seen pulling seagull with lead

The seagull was rescued by a passer-by but had to be put down after the incident in Blackpool.

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Thursday 13 April 2023

M&S accused of 'ripping off' pub brand name on new T-shirt

The Craft Beer Co. asked the retailer if it could expect royalties for copying the pub's name.

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Gal-dem closure: Magazine 'was different to everything else we'd seen'

The publication "committed to sharing the perspectives of people of colour" is closing after eight years.

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Seconds out, round three - what is happening with the Man Utd sale?

After Finnish entrepreneur Thomas Zilliacus calls the bidding situation for Manchester United a "farce", BBC Sport's Simon Stone looks at where the sale of the club stands.

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North Sea oil spills exceed safe level - activists

Data and satellite images show oil spills over five years that threaten species like orca whales.

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Toxic fire from Indiana recycling plant could burn for days

An inferno in Richmond, Indiana, has raised health concerns and sparked evacuation orders.

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Wednesday 12 April 2023

Ukraine conflict: President Zelensky condemns beheading video

A video emerges online that appears to shows a Ukrainian soldier being beheaded.

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Ex-CBI boss not shown report that led to dismissal

Tony Danker was dismissed immediately following a report into allegations of misconduct.

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Gerard Depardieu: French actor faces new sexual assault allegations

The actor is accused of sexual assault or harassment by 13 women, a French news website reports.

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Government rejects call to ban smacking in England

Children's charities says the government should make physical punishment of children illegal.

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Elon Musk: What it's like to interview the billionaire Twitter boss

The interview covered everything from the challenges of artificial intelligence to Twitter's current CEO.

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Euro 2028: Casement Park and Everton's Bramley-Moore Dock among 10 stadiums for UK & Ireland bid

Belfast's Casement Park and Everton's Bramley-Moore Dock, two unbuilt stadiums, are part of the UK and Republic of Ireland's joint bid to host Euro 2028.

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Marcus Rashford: Manchester United forward out for 'a few games' with muscle injury

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford out for "a few games" with a muscle injury but expected to play again this season.

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Tuesday 11 April 2023

Chinese eagerly await return of panda from US zoo

The treatment of Ya Ya at Memphis Zoo has often been scrutinised - but unfairly, the zoo maintains.

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UK to be one of worst performing economies this year, predicts IMF

The International Monetary Fund predicts the UK economy will shrink this year, alongside Germany.

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Millie Bobby Brown announces she's engaged to Jake Bongiovi

The 19-year-old confirms on Instagram she will marry Jake Bongiovi, the son of singer Jon Bon Jovi.

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Kentucky bank shooting: What we know about the victims

An "incredible friend" of the governor, a beloved grandmother and a respected boss are among the dead.

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Kuwait news outlet unveils AI-generated presenter Fedha

The virtual female presenter, indistinguishable from a real person, speaks fluently in Arabic.

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Russian village under 8.5cm of ash after volcano

Footage shows streets covered in a thick layer of dust as a 10km ash plume rises from the volcano.

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Monday 10 April 2023

Dean Smith: Leicester in talks with ex-Norwich and Villa boss over role until end of season

Former Norwich, Aston Villa and Brentford boss Dean Smith is in talks with Leicester about taking over as manager until the end of the season

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Minke whale: Angler enjoys rare encounter in English Channel

Dave Duggan says coming across a minke whale in the English Channel was "magical".

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Lasse Wellander: Abba pay tribute to guitarist's 'musical brilliance'

Lasse Wellander played "an integral role in the Abba story", the Swedish superstars say.

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Assistant ref stood down as 'elbow' on Liverpool star investigated

Constantine Hatzidakis will not be involved in any matches while the FA investigates an incident in which he appeared to elbow Liverpool's Andy Robertson.

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Junior doctors' strike: NHS chief calls for ACAS help with talks

Some 350,000 appointments and operations could potentially be cancelled this week, the NHS Confederation says.

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Super Mario Movie's 'sensational' box office takings defy poor reviews

It has the most successful global opening of all time for an animated film - despite poor reviews.

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Sunday 9 April 2023

Tiger Woods' ball from 1997 Masters fetches $64,000

Woods gave the ball to a nine-year-old boy during the final round of the tournament.

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How the hollow chocolate Easter egg was first produced

Chocolate company J. S. Fry & Sons first manufactured the hollow chocolate egg in 1873.

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Yemen war: Saudi-Houthi talks bring hope of ceasefire

The talks in Yemen could mean that the eight-year war is coming to an end.

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Olivia Pratt-Korbel: I want violence to stop, murdered girl's mum says

Cheryl Korbel wants "police, communities and charities" to fight violent crime after Olivia's murder.

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Are audiences getting more rowdy? Theatre etiquette in the spotlight

After The Bodyguard musical was cut short and police called, actors say behaviour is getting worse.

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Giant gorilla statue sightings were 'not Gary'

A gorilla was spotted on motorways across England after a theft from a Lanarkshire garden centre.

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Saturday 8 April 2023

Iran installs cameras to find women not wearing hijab

Police say increased surveillance will help to combat 'resistance against the hijab law'.

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Manchester United 2-0 Everton: Scott McTominay and Anthony Martial goals maintain hosts' top-four push

Manchester United maintain their push to secure a Premier League top-four finish with victory over Everton at Old Trafford.

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Eryri: Parking warning after 40 cars towed away

North Wales Police said irresponsible parking risks lives and prevents emergency vehicle access.

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Mick McCarthy: Blackpool manager leaves Championship strugglers

Manager Mick McCarthy says leaving Blackpool after less than three months is "the best decision for everyone concerned".

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Beckton blaze: Boy, 16, bailed after girl dies in flat fire

The teenager, who was arrested on suspicion of murder, is bailed pending further inquiries.

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Friday 7 April 2023

Russian rouble falls to lowest value for a year

The currency tumbles against the dollar as Western sanctions continue.

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XXXTentacion: Three men jailed for life over rapper's death

The chart-topping rising star was shot in broad daylight during a 2018 robbery in Florida.

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Laura Benanti: Actress says she went on stage while having miscarriage

Broadway star Laura Benanti says she knew it was happening before performing for 2,000 people.

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Beckton blaze: Boy, 16, arrested after girl dies in flat fire

A 16-year-old boy is arrested on suspicion of murder after a 14-year-old girl died in east London.

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Stormy Daniels: Trump doesn't deserve prison for hush money

The adult film actress says she felt sadness when seeing the former US president in court this week.

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John Lydon's wife Nora Forster dies from Alzheimer's at 80

The former Sex Pistols frontman became a devoted carer for Nora Forster as the illness took hold.

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Thursday 6 April 2023

Time set for national mobile phone emergency alert test

The government says a national emergency warning test will avoid disrupting major sporting events.

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The moment lightning strikes the tip of Toronto's CN Tower

Lightning struck the famous tower early on Wednesday morning.

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NI licensing laws: No more supermarket points for alcohol sales

Alcohol sellers in Northern Ireland can no longer run some loyalty schemes, under new laws.

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How many complaints are made against police officers, and how many are sacked?

There were almost 88,000 complaints against offers in England and Wales in the year to March 2022.

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New tax year: Threshold risk for millions as benefits rise

Frozen thresholds add to the personal income tax burden but the state pension and benefits will rise within days.

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Wednesday 5 April 2023

Brazil kindergarten attack: Man kills four children in Blumenau

A man armed with a hatchet forced his way into a kindergarten in the city of Blumenau in southern Brazil.

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Spanish TV star Ana Obregón reveals surrogate baby is her late son's

Ana Obregón, 68, reveals a baby born in the US was fathered by her son who died of cancer.

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Barbie: Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling movie takes over social media

Social media went into overdrive following the release of a new trailer for the forthcoming film.

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Inside the life coaching cult that takes over lives

Lighthouse separates people from loved ones and harasses critics, an 18-month BBC investigation finds.

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'I got the chance to thank the man who stopped me taking my life'

Darren Cox, 39, said he had hit rock bottom in 2022 after losing his job and relationship.

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Tuesday 4 April 2023

Coach firms try Eurotunnel after Dover ferry delays

The cross-Channel operator has seen a rise in enquiries but is unlikely to have availability.

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Business group cancels events after new sexual misconduct claims

The business lobby group is facing a number of allegations and is conducting an investigation.

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Grooming gangs and ethnicity: What does the evidence say?

Home Secretary Suella Braverman made several comments about the ethnicity of some high-profile gangs.

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How to crack Easter on a budget



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TikTok fined £12.7m for misusing children's data

The data regulator finds TikTok "did not do enough" to check the ages of who was using their platform.

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Monday 3 April 2023

Bear meat vending machine is a first for Japan

Different cuts of locally killed black bear are proving popular with those who see it as a delicacy.

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Marlene Schiappa: French minister criticised over Playboy photoshoot

Marlene Schiappa's photoshoot sparks outrage, as France reels from pension protests.

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Olivier Awards: Sir Derek Jacobi warns of 'elitist' theatre ticket prices

The star, who picked up an Olivier honour on Sunday, says he's "shocked" by some West End tickets.

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Donald Trump to fly to New York ahead of court hearing

The former president will be escorted by members of the US Secret Service throughout the journey.

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Malaysia ends mandatory death penalty for serious crimes

More than 1,300 prisoners on death row can now seek to have their sentence reviewed.

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KSI apologises for racist slur in Sidemen YouTube video

The YouTuber says "there’s no excuse" for the language and is taking a social media break.

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Sunday 2 April 2023

Newcastle United 2-0 Manchester United: Magpies up to third in Premier League after win

Newcastle United leapfrog Manchester United into third place in the Premier League table and avenge their Carabao Cup final loss to the Red Devils.

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Two of three British men being held by Taliban allowed call to families

Kevin Cornwell, 53, and an unnamed man were said to have spoken "freely" during the phone call.

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Cambridge student designs plastic windows for Ukraine homes

Harry Blakiston Houston's creations give "some kind of normality" to bullet and bomb-damaged homes.

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Badminton star sent rape and death threats from gamblers

Commonwealth Games medallist Kirsty Gilmour says she feels violated by sickening messages.

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Finland election: Three-way race as Sanna Marin fights for survival

A tight race sees right-wing populists and conservatives vying for power with the PM's centre left.

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Nicola Sturgeon laughs off having 'secret private life'

The former First Minister tells the BBC about social media gossip and her desire for privacy.

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Saturday 1 April 2023

Lufthansa glitch sees airline sell man's return ticket

Ieuan Davies had to spend £932 on alternative flight after being told he was not on outbound flight.

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Laura Kuenssberg: Should we shut down AI?

Should we worry about artificial intelligence, or embrace the possibilities it brings, asks Laura Kuenssberg.

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Paul O'Grady: Donations since his death overwhelm Battersea Cats and Dog Home

Battersea Cats and Dogs Home receives more than £100,000 after the presenter's death.

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Ken Buchanan: Scottish boxing great dies at 77

Scottish boxing legend Ken Buchanan has died at the age of 77.

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Iran signals determination to enforce hijab rules

After months of protests, authorities make clear their enforcement of hijab rules on women.

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Cambridgeshire shootings: Man in court over murders

The bodies of Gary and Josh Dunmore were found in Cambridgeshire on Wednesday.

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'I'm still alive' jokes Pope as he leaves hospital

He was admitted to Gemelli Hospital in Rome on Wednesday with breathing difficulties.

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Italy's World Cup icon Schillaci dies aged 59

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