Archer named in England's T20 World Cup squad

Fast bowler Jofra Archer returns to England's squad for the T20 World Cup in June after more than a year out with injuries.

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England number eight Vunipola arrested in Majorca

England number eight Billy Vunipola is arrested in Spain following an alleged incident in a bar in the early hours of Sunday morning.

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When are the local elections and who can vote?

Voters in parts of England will elect councillors, mayors and police commissioners in May.

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Jet with 500 toy giraffe passengers takes flight

RAF Voyager, transporting 500 toys, takes off from Brize Norton to raise money for charity.

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The cargo ship that became an iconic music venue

Bristol's iconic floating venue Thekla celebrates four decades of music, cabaret and more.

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Minister defends NHS record after MP defects to Labour

Chris Philp denies Tories are deprioritising the NHS, after Dan Poulter says "patients deserve better".

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'Different' England can 'dial up' for Grand Slam

England face France in Bordeaux on Saturday in a third Women's Six Nations Grand Slam decider in a row.

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Brazil great Marta to retire from international duty

Brazil's all-time record goalscorer Marta says she will retire from international football later this year.

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Russia or EU? Controversial bill draws Georgians onto streets

Thousands of Georgians have been protesting against a new bill that they claim will crush dissent.

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Two Premier League players arrested over alleged rape

Two Premier League footballers are arrested in connection with an alleged rape.

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Tevez admitted to hospital with chest pains

Former West Ham, Manchester United and Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez is admitted to hospital after suffering chest pains.

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How does government borrowing work?

How does government borrowing work, and how and when is the money paid back?

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Dominica decriminalises same-sex relations

Activists welcomed the ruling as a "significant milestone" for LGBTQ rights in the Caribbean.

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13 Times Taylor Swift Made History

From dizzying records to becoming a billionaire: we're bringing up Taylor Swift's history.

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Garcia floors Haney three times in points victory

American Ryan Garcia floored Devin Haney three times in a majority points win over his compatriot on a dramatic night in Brooklyn, New York.

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Verstappen wins in China with Norris second

Max Verstappen was in a league of his own in a Chinese Grand Prix punctuated by two mid-race safety cars.

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Gold heist spotlights illegal US-Canada gun trade

The majority of handguns used in Canadian crimes come from the US, where gun laws are much more lax.

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Everything you need to know about the 2024 London Marathon

Tributes will be paid to Kelvin Kiptum, a world record could be set and famous faces take to the start line - here's everything you need to know about this year's London Marathon.

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Three men killed in retail park car crash named

The car they were travelling in broke through a fence at a retail park and hit a footbridge.

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Allman Brothers Band guitarist Betts dies at 80

Dickey Betts helped create their band's Sothern rock style and wrote classic songs like Ramblin' Man.

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Hamilton plans to race 'well into my 40s'

Lewis Hamilton says he will join his old rival Fernando Alonso in racing in Formula 1 'well into my 40s'.

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Wales and Lions hooker Owens retires aged 37

Wales' most capped hooker and oldest ever captain Ken Owens announces his retirement from rugby.

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Police officer seriously injured in stabbing

A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

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No final goodbye with mum due to Hull funeral home ‘decomposition’

BBC Radio 4 File on 4 investigates a Hull funeral home where police found 35 bodies and human ashes.

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Sarah Snook's chicken and nine other Olivier moments

From Nicole Scherzinger's Sunday roast love to David Tennant's jacket causing a stir, these are the ten highlights.

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Controversial half marathon result being investigated

Organisers of the Beijing half marathon will investigate allegations that three African athletes deliberately allowed China's star runner He Jie to win Sunday's race.

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Charities plan legal action against Rwanda removals

The move comes as legislation to revive the removal scheme is expected to pass in the coming days.

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Why did all the Little Chefs disappear?

At its height, Little Chef had 439 restaurants across the UK but just two decades later they were all gone.

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Ten Hag targets new Man Utd striker in summer window

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag is targeting a striker in the next transfer window.

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'All or nothing' - why haven't Man Utd pushed on?

Before Sunday's Women's FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea, former England goalkeeper Karen Bardsley explores why Manchester United have not pushed on from their success last season.

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Fresh questions for Barclay on incinerator decision

The environment secretary is involved in a row over actions on the Wisbech waste plant.

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South Korea's ruling party suffers crushing defeat

The vote is widely seen as a midterm referendum on President Yoon Suk Yeol, who has three years left in office.

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Daly retires from England duty after win over Republic of Ireland

England and Aston Villa forward Rachel Daly says the time has come to "hang up my boots on the international stage".

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French guards at Buckingham Palace: Troops swap places in London and Paris

Troops swap places in Paris and London to mark 120 years since the Entente Cordiale was signed.

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Reform defends vetting after candidates dropped

The party has now ditched or suspended at least 12 candidates over offensive comments on social media.

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India and Pakistan trade barbs over targeted killings

Tensions stirred after a newspaper accused India of being involved in at least 20 extrajudicial killings in Pakistan.

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Warnings of more flooding in Sydney as dam spills

Authorities warn that flood water levels are likely to rise further in the city's low-lying areas.

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Actor Cole Brings Plenty found dead in Kansas

The US star of popular TV series 1923 was named a suspect in a domestic violence inquiry last week.

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Danish hippy commune fights back against drug gangs

Locals start digging up a Copenhagen street as part of a bid to tackle drug-related crime.

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'Radiographer started crying during my cancer scan'

Molly Cuddihy shares her story in a podcast covering themes including mental health and body image.

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County Championship day two - Northeast hits 200 - radio & text

Follow live text updates and BBC radio commentary from day two of the opening round of the 2024 County Championship.

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Shameful to call for UK to end Israel arms sales, Johnson says

Some MPs have urged the UK to reassess how it supports Israel after aid workers were killed in air strikes this week.

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Mercedes had 'best session of the year' - Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton says Mercedes had their "best session of the year" in Friday's practice at the Japanese Grand Prix.

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County Championship: First day of the season - radio & text

Follow live text updates and BBC radio commentary from the first day of the 2024 County Championship season.

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Ukrainians returning home from UK to get dental treatment

Natalia Nehriba returned to Ukraine despite the ongoing war after being left in "excruciating" pain.

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'Joining Rahm's team pivotal to Hatton's LIV move'

England's Tyrrell Hatton opens up on his decision to leave the PGA Tour at the start of 2024 and join his Ryder Cup team-mate Jon Rahm at LIV Golf.

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Why are women not protected by new hate crime law?

Scotland has introduced a new hate crime law which seeks to protect various categories of people from prejudice.

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Stabbed Iranian TV host discharged from hospital

Counter-terrorism officers are investigating the stabbing of news presenter Pouria Zeraati in London.

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Boxer's premature baby inherits fighting spirit

Born four months early, Doncaster boxer Jason Cunningham's son is already no stranger to struggle.

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