Elmo responds to outpouring of angst on social media

When the Sesame Street puppet asked how people were, thousands of social media users offloaded on him.

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Barry Robson: Aberdeen sack manager saying eighth place is 'unacceptable'

Aberdeen sack Barry Robson while describing eighth place in the Scottish Premiership as "unacceptable".

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Train strike hits Northern and Transpennine Express services

Train firms Northern and TransPennine Express say no services will run on Wednesday.

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Israel West Bank hospital raid kills three militants

CCTV captures undercover forces disguised as medics and nurses in the hospital with weapons raised.

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Texas: Massive fire engulfs chicken farm in Bryan

Huge flames and clouds of smoke are seen as firefighters tackle a blaze at a farm in Bryan.

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Nicki Minaj tops Wireless festival line-up with 21 Savage and Doja Cat

Doja Cat, Ice Spice, Asake and Tyla will also be on the line-up at the event in Finsbury Park, London.

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Watch: Martin Lewis or Carol Vorderman - voters' ideas for PM

A panel of Labour voters, Tory voters and the undecided say who they think would make a good prime minister.

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Mona Lisa: Protesters throw soup at da Vinci painting

The 16th Century painting by Leonardo da Vinci sits behind protective glass at the Louvre in Paris.

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Kenya femicide: Hundreds protest at violence against women

Gruesome killings and rising violence prompt hundreds to join protests in cities across the country.

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Huge diplomacy over Gaza war - but little hope for those suffering

There's a chasm between what Gaza needs and what it's receiving, writes Quentin Sommerville.

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Football comes first for Devon boy, 12, who scored top IQ

Rory Bidwell Rory has joined the ranks of Mensa but says he would prefer a career in football.

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Australian Open 2024 women's final result: Aryna Sabalenka beats Zheng Qinwen in Melbourne

Aryna Sabalenka underlines why she has been considered the Australian Open favourite by overpowering Zheng Qinwen to retain the women's title.

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Jurgen Klopp to step down as Liverpool manager at end of season

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is to step down from the role at the end of the season, saying he is "running out of energy".

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China reveals British national sentenced to jail in 2022 for spying

The defendant is accused of committed the "crime of illegally obtaining intelligence for overseas actors".

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Madonna 'vigorously' defends late concert start lawsuit bought by fans

Two fans are suing the pop star after her New York show started more than two hours late.

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Why do people in Wales celebrate Saint Dwynwen's day?

We're here to explain why people in Wales and beyond are unseasonably loved up.

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Mongolia: Six dead after liquified natural gas tanker crashes

Hundreds of firefighters battled the massive blaze following a car crash in Mongolia's capital.

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Watch: Grace O'Malley-Kumar's family share grief

The parents and brother of the 19-year-old student stabbed to death in Nottingham in June speak to the BBC.

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Lincolnshire Wildlife Park: Live outside the sweary parrots' enclosure

The birds would be "taken off air" if viewers could hear what they were saying, says the park CEO.

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Nottingham attacks: Court accepts triple killer’s guilty plea

Valdo Calocane admits manslaughter by diminished responsibility over the stabbings in Nottingham.

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Nikki Haley finally gets her solo showdown with Trump

But her showdown with Mr Trump in New Hampshire on Tuesday may not turn out exactly as she hoped.

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Laurie Johnson: The Avengers theme composer dies

The veteran composer, who was 96, provided some of Britain's best loved TV themes and film music.

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Australia: 'Golden visa' scheme for wealthy investors axed

Critics say the scheme - which granted visas to wealthy investors - was attracting "illicit" funds.

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Australian Open 2024 results: Cameron Norrie loses to Alexander Zverev

Britain's Cameron Norrie suffers an agonising defeat in Melbourne as sixth seed Alexander Zverev edges an absorbing five-setter in a first-to-10 match tie-break.

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Shapps 'disappointed' by Netanyahu opposition to Palestinian state

It is the only solution to end conflict between Israel and the Palestinians, says the defence secretary.

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Fifa president Gianni Infantino wants tougher action on racism after 'totally abhorrent' incidents

Fifa president Gianni Infantino calls for an automatic forfeit of games for teams whose fans commit racist abuse.

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Humza Yousaf 'very willing' to work with next Labour government

Scotland's first minister says it is inevitable that Labour will win the next general election.

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Maidstone: Man and woman die in crash while walking dog

Both pedestrians, who were in their 60s, and the dog died at the scene in Kent.

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Watch: Drone footage captures devastation of Bridgend blaze

A large building collapses in minutes after a large fire broke out, the fire service says

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Wakefield: Woman, 27, who died falling from van named

Leah Senior was seen falling from the van in Wakefield on Wednesday night, police said.

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Ministers admit losing track of 5,600 asylum claimants

The Home Office is urgently trying to re-establish contact with the asylum seekers, ministers say.

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Storm Isha: Dramatic weather change ahead with new storm named

Storm Isha will bring strong winds and rain from the weekend, with conditions also becoming less cold.

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Stormont crisis: DUP to meet to decide on power-sharing move

Party officers will meet on Friday as the DUP faces pressure to end the 23-month impasse.

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Bibby Stockholm: Government considers more migrant barges

There is controversy over living conditions on board the Bibby Stockholm.

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Queen Mary's Dolls' House treasures on show at Windsor Castle

A scale replica of the Crown Jewels and a fully-strung piano can be seen at the castle.

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Rishi Sunak's five promises: What progress has he made?

The prime minister said five priorities should be used to hold his government to account.

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Golriz Ghahraman: New Zealand MP resigns following shoplifting allegations

Golriz Ghahraman says stress at work led her to act in ways that have let a lot of people down.

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Australian Open 2024 results: Emma Raducanu beats Shelby Rogers in Melbourne

Emma Raducanu marks her Grand Slam comeback in style with a straight-set win over Shelby Rogers in the Australian Open first round.

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England manager Sarina Wiegman extends deal until 2027

England manager Sarina Wiegman says she has "unfinished business" after signing a new contract until 2027.

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Caroline Glachan: How a four-year-old boy helped solve 1996 murder

Archie Wilson witnessed the fatal attack on Caroline Glachan on the banks of the River Leven in Renton.

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Germany’s far right seek revolution in farmers' protests

As farmers blockade roads over subsidy cuts, neo-Nazi or monarchist groups are turning up at rallies.

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Australian Open 2024 results: Novak Djokovic beats qualifier Dino Prizmic in his longest first-round match

Defending Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic wins his longest first-round Grand Slam match after being tested by teen qualifier Dino Prizmic.

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What are cold weather payments and how much are they worth?

Cold weather payments are available to some people after seven days of below-zero temperatures.

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Queen Elizabeth died peacefully and without pain, memo says

A new biography of the King says he was picking mushrooms when he was told of his mother's death.

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Iran must tell Houthis to cease and desist, says Grant Shapps

The UK defence secretary says the world is "running out of patience" with attacks.

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Government defends £27,000 wine spend during Covid

The alcohol, stored in a basement in central London, is provided to government guests.

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Cape Verde reaches malaria-free milestone

The island state becomes the first sub-Saharan country to get rid of the deadly disease in 50 years.

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Rennie Mackintosh tea rooms saved for the nation

The architect's last surviving original tearoom was restored five years ago but has struggled financially.

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Wimbledon: Electric double-decker bus catches fire during rush hour

Police declared a critical incident after the electric bus caught fire in Wimbledon.

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Calvin Klein: Ad with FKA twigs banned for objectifying women

The Advertising Standards Authority ruled the ad was "irresponsible and likely to cause serious offence".

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Rapper Skepta removes artwork after Holocaust criticism

The UK rap star apologises after the cover for his forthcoming single Gas Me Up was deemed offensive.

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EA FC 24 was UK's best-selling game in 2023

The Fifa successor retained its position at the top of the gaming league table despite a rebrand.

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Macron picks Attal, 34, as France's youngest PM

Gabriel Attal has been named France's next prime minister, as Emmanuel Macron aims to revive his presidency with a new government.

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Shane MacGowan and Sinéad O'Connor tribute show announced

The Irish singers, who both died in 2023, were friends and recorded a duet together in 1995.

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Roger Daltrey stepping down as curator of Teenage Cancer Trust gigs

The Who star will curate one last year, featuring Robert Plant, Noel Gallagher and Young Fathers.

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Birmingham appoint Mowbray to replace Rooney

Birmingham City name Tony Mowbray as their new first team manager, six days after sacking Wayne Rooney.

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Watch: Can you guess these impressions?

At the end of Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, comedian Jon Culshaw shares impressions of two politicians.

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Israel-Palestinian bitterness deepened by Hamas attack and war

Both Israelis and Palestinians believe the world does not understand their pain and suffering.

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Israel-Gaza war: The huge challenges facing Israel's 'day after' plan

Paul Adams examines the Gaza proposal - which is little more than a series of bullet points.

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Michael Bolton recovering after brain tumour surgery

The US singer says he had surgery after being diagnosed last year as he takes a break from touring.

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Resigning ex-minister Chris Skidmore wrong on climate, says Jeremy Hunt

The chancellor "profoundly" disagrees with Chris Skidmore who quit over government energy plans.

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Postcode check: How the NHS is coping in your area

As the NHS enters 2024 and a difficult winter period, find out what's happening in your area.

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Sir Howard Davies: Not that difficult to buy a home, says NatWest chair

Sir Howard Davies says there are "dangers" in people having easy access to mortgage credit.

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Microsoft announces AI key on Windows 11 PCs

The new keyboard will introduce a Copilot key which accesses AI capabilities on Windows 11.

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Swedish snow chaos leaves 1,000 vehicles trapped on main E22 road

The army is called in to help drivers in southern Sweden amid a big freeze across the Nordic countries.

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Nigel Lythgoe sued again over alleged sexual abuse - US media

The allegations from two All American Girl contestants follow claims of assault by singer Paula Abdul.

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Maddi Neale-Shankster: Thai balcony fall survivor vows to walk again

Maddi Neale-Shankster was left paralysed - but says she is determined to stay positive.

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Aldi and Lidl hail Christmas boost from bargain hunters

The discount supermarkets say they were helped by shoppers looking to cut the cost of celebrations.

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King and Queen at Sandringham church for New Year’s Eve service

Charles and Camilla wave at onlookers as they visit St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham.

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Microsoft boss changes tune after criticism of UK

Brad Smith had said the UK was bad for business after a takeover of Activision was initially blocked.

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