Thursday, 31 August 2023

Calls for NI police boss to go after string of controversies

Simon Byrne's future is in doubt after a major data breach and a court ruling on two officers.

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Wilko deal to buy firm and save jobs falls through

M2 Capital claimed its £90m offer would retain employees for two years but it failed to file paperwork.

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Richard Hammond says daredevil stunts will still be seen on TV

The ex-Top Gear presenter would like to see Freddie Flintoff return once he's recovered from injury.

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Anonymous Sudan hacks X to put pressure on Elon Musk over Starlink

Prolific hackers accused of being a front for Russian cyber-operation shares counter evidence with the BBC.

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Wednesday, 30 August 2023

Chandrayaan-3: What has India's Moon rover Pragyaan been up to since landing?

Pragyaan has had an eventful week - dodging craters, taking the Moon's temperature and checking for sulphur.

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US talk show hosts team up for podcast to support striking writers

Jimmy Fallon, Stephen Colbert and other TV hosts launch a series to support their striking writers.

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Move Notting Hill Carnival to a park - Tory mayoral candidate

The comments by Tory London mayoral candidate Susan Hall follow eight stabbings over the weekend.

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Watch: Badgers bounce on trampoline

CCTV recorded the pair frolicking in the back garden of a home in Leicestershire.

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Tuesday, 29 August 2023

World Gravy Wrestling Championship held in Rossendale

Competitors battle in two-minute bouts watched by hundreds of spectators at the annual charity event.

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Free blood-pressure checks in barber shops

The NHS scheme aims to reach more people in the community for important health monitoring.

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Adele defends fan who was told to sit down at Las Vegas concert

The star spotted an enthusiastic young fan being told to sit down by guards at her Las Vegas concert.

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Florida: Mural dedicated to Lyra McKee defaced

The mural was unveiled in 2019 in a tribute to the journalist who was shot during a Londonderry riot.

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Watch: Texas man shoots through door to fend off robbers

Burglars posing as repair men tried to break through the door when they believed nobody was home.

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Monday, 28 August 2023

Rocky Horror Show: 'They're the most famous lips in the world'

Patricia Quinn lent her lips to The Rocky Horror Show 50 years ago as the original Magenta.

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Strictly Come Dancing: Amy Dowden reveals sepsis battle

Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden suffers potentially fatal infection during cancer treatment.

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Luis Rubiales: Spanish FA president's mother on hunger strike over kiss row

The mother of Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales goes on a hunger strike because of the "inhuman hunt" against her son.

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Alexandra Paul: Canadian Olympic figure skater dies in crash

Alexandra Paul's baby, who was also in the car, survived the crash in Ontario's Melancthon Township.

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Sunday, 27 August 2023

Towering waterspout spotted off coast of Isle of Wight

The Met Office said the waterspout was spotted on Saturday morning.

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'With so many changes, Glasgow's lost its heart'

As Glasgow City Council finalises plans to redevelop the city's "Golden Z", Glaswegians share their views.

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The old Scottish pub that found a new life in California

St Mungo Vintners shut in Glasgow in 1974 and its interior gathered dust in a warehouse for decades.

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Saturday, 26 August 2023

High-altitude heist shocks Switzerland

The amount stolen is unclear, but believed to be around 400 to 500 Swiss francs.

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Luis Rubiales: Fifa suspends Spanish FA boss over Jenni Hermoso kiss

Luis Rubiales, president of Spain's football federation, is provisionally suspended by world governing body Fifa.

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John Lewis joins M&S and Tesco in cutting price of period pants

The price of the garments will fall by the current rate of VAT at John Lewis and Waitrose next week.

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Whitesnake guitarist Bernie Marsden dies after illness, aged 72

Marsden co-wrote hits including Here I Go Again and Fool For Your Loving, before going solo.

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Wales: 'I love bog snorkelling because it saved my life'

How snorkelling in a cold, dark, claustrophobic bog trench inspired Julia Galvin to walk again.

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Friday, 25 August 2023

Rugby World Cup 2023: Jacques Nienaber - how exam failure re-routed South Africa coach

Jacques Nienaber is masterminding South Africa's tilt at the Rugby World Cup, leaning on lessons learned as a teenage army recruit.

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Trump's Georgia mugshot quickly becomes a campaign symbol

Within minutes of it being released, it appeared on his website along with a call for campaign donations.

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The Crown producers promise to handle Princess Diana death delicately

The death of Princess Diana will be recreated in the forthcoming final season of the Netflix drama.

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Murder arrests as Bury man found dead after 'dog theft'

Donald Patience was found dead at a house by police responding to reports of a dog being stolen.

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Thursday, 24 August 2023

What's next for Wilko and its 12,500 workers?

The retailer is in administration but that doesn't necessarily mean it will disappear from the High Street.

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Glyn Razzell refuses to reveal where his wife Linda's body is

Glyn Razzell appears before a parole board hearing after being convicted of his wife's murder in 2022.

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Dolphin spotters shaken by Ceredigion porpoise killing

A boatload of passengers see several bottlenose dolphins attack the smaller sea mammal.

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Man wins payout over Reading probation office monkey chants

Lloyd Odain says the Probation Service ignored his complaints about racist abuse from a contractor.

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Wednesday, 23 August 2023

Thaksin's return seals grand Thai political bargain

The end of Thaksin Shinawatra's 15-year exile is no isolated event, but part of a grand political bargain.

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London bus drivers happier if passengers say hello - survey

A pilot in west London urges passengers to greet bus drivers, resulting in a small positive impact.

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Taymouth Castle: Row over £300m redevelopment shatters peace

Protesters fear it will be a resort for millionaires, but backers say most residents support the plans.

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Tuesday, 22 August 2023

Four murder arrests after delivery driver dies in Shrewsbury

The 23-year-old victim was killed in Shrewsbury on Monday.

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Stonehaven crash: Network Rail to face fatal derailment charges

Three people died when a train hit a landslide after heavy rain near Stonehaven in 2020.

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Ariana Grande and Demi Lovato part ways with manager Scooter Braun

The music mogul loses two of his main clients, with reports Justin Bieber is also looking to leave.

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Fukushima: Anxiety and anger over Japan's nuclear waste water plan

Japan wants to release Fukushima's waste water into the ocean - and a lot of people are not happy.

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Scottish drug deaths drop to lowest level for five years

Annual figures show a drop in drug deaths but Scotland continues to have the worst rate in Europe.

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Karen Bardsley: Women's World Cup team of the tournament

In Karen Bardsley's latest column, the former England goalkeeper selects her Women's World Cup team of the tournament.

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Monday, 21 August 2023

Teenage footballer gives injury payout to Helston foodbank

Osiah, 16, badly broke his leg but decided to donate a £600 insurance payout to a local charity.

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What I learned about Lucy Letby after 10 months in court

The nurse was questioned for nearly 60 hours - the BBC's Judith Moritz watched it all.

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Sunday, 20 August 2023

Newry: Elderly couple believed to have died some time ago, police say

The couple, found dead at a home outside Newry, are believed to have died some time ago, the PSNI say.

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Waitrose offers police free coffees to deter thieves

Waitrose and John Lewis are offering free hot drinks under the "Thanks a Latte" initiative.

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Women's World Cup memorable moments: Lord of the Rings, dislocated shoulders and presidential bets

The Women's World Cup has provided many memorable moments on the pitch. Here are some you may have missed off it.

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Saturday, 19 August 2023

Sara Sharif murder inquiry: Searches continue for father of 10-year-old

Police in Pakistan tell the BBC they have been asked to find Urfan Sharif but not arrest him.

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Sweden beat Australia to finish third at World Cup

Kosovare Asllani's stunning second-half strike seals victory for Sweden as they beat Australia to finish third at the Women's World Cup at Brisbane Stadium.

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Women's World Cup 2023: Kosovare Asllani scores 'brilliant' goal to double Sweden lead

Sweden's Kosovare Asllani scores a "brilliant" goal to double her side's lead as they face co-hosts Australia in the third-place play-off at the Women's World Cup 2023.

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Michael Johnson column: Zharnel Hughes has world medal chance in wide-open sprints

In his BBC Sport column, Michael Johnson discusses Zharnel Hughes' chances in the wide-open sprint events at the World Championships.

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Friday, 18 August 2023

Wilko staff have grounds for hope, says GMB union as bidders circle

The GMB says there has been interest in firms buying "at least parts" of the homeware retailer.

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Delia Smith remembers photo with five-year-old Lioness

Lauren Hemp met the celebrity chef during her time at Norwich City's Girls Centre of Excellence.

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Thursday, 17 August 2023

Clapham stabbing: 'More needs to be done to protect LGBT community'

People from the LGBT community tell BBC Newsbeat how they feel after suspected anti-LGBT attacks.

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Semi-final defeat most watched TV show in Australia on record

Australia's semi-final against England drew the highest TV viewership recorded nationally in decades.

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Sir Michael Parkinson: Chat show host dies aged 88

He was one of British TV's biggest names, with a long-running, star-studded Saturday night chat show.

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Memorable moments from Parkinson's star-studded show

A look back at some stand-out interviews from Sir Michael's best-known show, Parkinson.

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Women's World Cup 2023: England v Australia watched by 7m on BBC TV

England's Women's World Cup semi-final win over Australia is watched by more than seven million on BBC One.

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School staff to strike in 10 Scottish council areas

GMB Scotland said the two-day strike in September will cause disruption in schools after members rejected a pay offer.

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Michael Parkinson obituary: Setting the standard for TV talk shows

The award-winning broadcaster's star-studded chat shows became essential viewing for millions.

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Escaped lovebirds spotted flying across Tadley

The 72 brightly-coloured birds were accidently released from a garden in Tadley.

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Wednesday, 16 August 2023

Jail for teenager who murdered boy at Glasgow railway station

Justin McLaughlin, 14, died in October 2021 after being stabbed in the heart by Daniel Haig in Glasgow.

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Ghost hunting at 'haunted house' that sparked Hollywood interest

Hollywood was said to be keen in the supposed spooky stories of the remote 17th Century farmhouse.

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Hawaii fires: First victims named as death toll reaches 106

Lahaina residents Robert Dyckman and Buddy Jantoc are named as the death toll rises to 106.

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The Killers apologise for offending fans in Georgia with Russian 'brother' remark

Fans booed frontman Brandon Flowers for asking them to welcome a fan from neighbouring Russia.

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Ecuador election: 'I'm wearing a bulletproof vest 24 hours a day'

Andrea González aims to be vice-president in Ecuador after her party's presidential candidate was shot dead.

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Tuesday, 15 August 2023

Spain 2-1 Sweden: La Roja reach their first Women's World Cup final with dramatic win

Spain beat Sweden to reach their first Women's World Cup final in a dramatic finish in Auckland.

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Lancashire and Carolina pen pals meet for first time in 70 years

Patsy Gregory, from Lancashire, and Carol-Ann Krause, from South Carolina first corresponded in 1955.

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Lincolnshire and Sheffield make Tree of the Year shortlist

An ancient oak and a "resilient" elm have made a shortlist of 12 trees, the Woodland Trust say.

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Monday, 14 August 2023

Rapper ArrDee on fame, manifesting success and staying humble

With five top 10 hits in the UK, the first few years for ArrDee have been about "learning what to do".

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PSNI data breach: Civilian worker 'no longer feels safe in home'

The man's name was on a document mistakenly shared by the PSNI that gave details of about 10,000 employees.

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Watch: Mount Etna night eruption caught on camera

The most active volcano in Europe, located on the island of Sicily, erupted on Sunday night.

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Sunday, 13 August 2023

Iran's politicians to debate hijab laws in secret

The new bill imposes strict punishments on women who fail to wear a headscarf in Iran.

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Miss Universe Organisation cuts Indonesia ties over sex abuse claims

Contestants complained they were unexpectedly asked to strip for body checks for scars and cellulite.

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Pub takeaway drinks rules to be continued

Landlords in England and Wales will be able to continue selling takeaway drinks through hatches under Covid-era rules.

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Campsite car crash: Six in hospital after Pembrokeshire collision

One person airlifted to hospital, another five taken by road, and cordon is around collapsed tent.

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Bryan Johnson: Meet the multi-millionaire trying to reverse aging

With a team of 30 scientists, tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson spends millions on his body every year.

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Saturday, 12 August 2023

Ukraine war: Crimea bridge targeted by missiles, Russia says

The bridge that connects Russia to occupied Crimea has been attacked at least twice before.

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Perseid meteor shower to light up night sky

Stargazers are preparing for one of the year's most anticipated astronomical events.

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Watford Grandad finishes 1,650 mile bus trip round England

Stephen Chitty travelled the length and breadth of the country on 117 public buses for charity.

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England 2-1 Colombia: Lionesses book Women's World Cup semi-final with Australia

England set up a Women's World Cup semi-final with co-hosts Australia as they come from behind against a dangerous Colombia side.

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Hawaii fires: Relatives of residents struggle to help from afar

Kaleikaumaka Johnson relives the horror of what happened in her home town of Lahaina, devastated by wildfires.

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Huge cardboard building pops up in Newcastle city centre

The structure is made from 1,500 cardboard boxes and rises more than 45ft (14m) into the sky.

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Licensing row as grouse shooting season begins

Landowners and climate campaigners are divided over proposals for a licensing scheme for grouse moors.

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Friday, 11 August 2023

The Crooked House scandal 'must be catalyst for change'

Vital heritage will be be lost unless planning laws change to protect historic pubs, campaigners say.

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'Kudos' for pilot who landed plane safely on A40 near Cheltenham

Witnesses congratulate a pilot who made an emergency landing on the A40 for doing an amazing job.

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Mary Earps says 'best is yet to come' from England at Women's World Cup

England goalkeeper Mary Earps says "the best is yet to come" from the European champions as they prepare for their Women's World Cup quarter-final.

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Japan 1-2 Sweden: World Cup semi-finals beckon as Arsenal and Man City stars score

Sweden produce a magnificent performance to book a semi-final date with Spain and end Japan's dreams of winning the Women's World Cup.

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PSNI data breach: Ex-officer says incident means sleepless nights

A former officer, who retired due to PTSD, says her health has been affected by the data breaches.

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Thursday, 10 August 2023

Fire and smoke tears through Maui towns

Eyewitnesses filmed intense smoke clouds and fire rampaging the Hawaiian island of Maui.

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Tributes to British surgeon Kar Hao Teoh killed in South Africa

Surgeon Kar Hao Teoh, who worked at a hospital in Essex, is described as "a friend to many".

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Hospital waiting list tops 7.5 million in England

Nearly one in seven of the population is waiting as NHS bosses cite impact of strikes by doctors.

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Strictly contestants 2023: Annabel Croft and Nigel Harman join line-up

The broadcaster joins celebrities including Bobby Brazier, Jody Cundy and Ellie Leach on the show.

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Wednesday, 9 August 2023

Nicola Sturgeon to publish her 'deeply personal' memoir

The former first minister says her autobiography will give her "unique perspective" on her career.

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Microphone thrown by Cardi B makes $100k for charity

The rap star hurled the mic after a fan threw a drink at her during a recent concert in Las Vegas

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Bibby Stockholm: Migrants changing minds over move to barge - Robert Jenrick

A "significant" number who had refused to board have changed their minds, the immigration minister says.

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Eleven people missing in France after fire in holiday home

The fire broke out in a holiday cottage in France where a group of disabled people were staying.

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Tuesday, 8 August 2023

Police treated after hazardous material found in Glasgow flat

Emergency services staff became unwell following an incident in the east end of Glasgow.

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China exports see biggest drop for three years

Global demand for Chinese goods has fallen as the cost of living and rising interest rates bite.

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Monday, 7 August 2023

Prison and probation staffing dangerously low

Ministry of Justice admits prison and probation staffing in England and Wales is almost dangerously low

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'Questions need answering' over Crooked House fire

An investigation continues into the destruction of the celebrated and unusual pub building near Dudley.

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Matty Healy: The 1975 threatened with legal action after Malaysia festival cancellation

The festival was cancelled after the band's singer launched an attack on Malaysia's LGBT laws.

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Strictly's Shirley Ballas charity skydive after brother's suicide

Shirley Ballas says she is scared of heights, but is "more terrified of losing another person to suicide".

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California: Three killed in firefighting helicopter crash

An investigation is underway into the deaths of two fire staff and a pilot in California.

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Ian Watkins' jail injuries not life threatening

The disgraced musician was stabbed at HMP Wakefield, where he is serving a 29-year sentence.

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Sunday, 6 August 2023

Niger coup: Ecowas deadline sparks anxiety in northern Nigeria

Niger's junta has hours to restore the ousted president or face the possibility of military action.

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Open Water Swimming World Cup: Paris 2024 test event cancelled over pollution in Seine

The fourth meet of the Open Water Swimming World Cup is cancelled after water quality in the River Seine is judged to be "below acceptable standards".

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Jamie Foxx apologises and deletes Instagram post

The actor says he never intended to cause offence after his post was accused of being antisemitic.

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Saturday, 5 August 2023

Kai Cenat: Police plan to charge Twitch streamer after PS5 giveaway mayhem

Police say US influencer Kai Cenat could be charged with inciting a riot after chaos in Manhattan.

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Blackpool: Two men arrested after death of baby boy

The child was unresponsive when taken to hospital on 27 July and later died, police say.

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Carer shortage: Government urged to 'rocket boost' fostering

There are concerns that the number of families who want to foster but then drop out is "very high".

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Joe Pasquale impaled in freak moose antler incident in Skegness

The comic was given seven stitches and says he is lucky to be alive.

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Rasmus Hojlund: Manchester United complete £72m signing from Atalanta

Denmark striker Rasmus Hojlund joins Manchester United on a five-year deal from Serie A side Atalanta.

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US approves postpartum depression pill

Clinical trials showed the drug helped to reduce depressive symptoms in as little as three days.

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Brighton Pride: Train cancellations and wind and rain

All rail services in and out of Brighton are cancelled, while Storm Antoni will bring wind and rain.

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Friday, 4 August 2023

Wilko: 'Deep concern' in Worksop over store chain's future

What does the retailer's potential collapse mean for the town where it employs nearly 2,000 people?

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Crash death jail term insulting, says pregnant victim's partner

Frankie Jules-Hough's partner tells the BBC a 12-year jail term will not stop others speeding.

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Andrew Tate's Romania house arrest lifted

The controversial influencer has been freed from house arrest pending his trial, his spokeswoman says.

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Fewer BTec pupils to face results delays this year, Ofqual says

Some of last year's students say they lost university places when their results were delayed.

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Ulez: What is it and why is its expansion controversial?

What is London's Ultra Low Emission Zone and why is its expansion being discussed?

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Thursday, 3 August 2023

Terrorism: What's behind surge in arrests of under-18s?

More young people are being detained over terror-related offences. But some are being helped in time.

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We turned our homes into hedgehog hospitals

Meet the women who are helping rehabilitate sick and injured hedgehogs from their homes.

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Wednesday, 2 August 2023

Rishi Sunak: I care about reaching net zero carbon emissions

The PM says he listens to his daughters' concerns about climate change but they are not "eco-zealots".

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Rishi Sunak reveals where he's going on holiday

The prime minister told LBC's Nick Ferrari about his family's holiday plans during an appearance on Wednesday morning.

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Dua Lipa faces new copyright lawsuit over hit Levitating

The singer is accused of using a recording on remixes of the popular single without permission.

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Bibby Stockholm: Asylum barge not a death trap, minister Grant Shapps says

The Fire Brigades Union has serious concerns about potential overcrowding and fire exits access.

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Tuesday, 1 August 2023

NI Pride preacher says words 'taken out of context'

The man was filmed accusing members of the LGBT community of being rapists and child abusers.

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Cardi B: Why are fans throwing things on stage?

Cardi B reacted to someone throwing a drink at her by chucking a microphone at them from the stage.

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Dart Charge: Issues continue for Dartford Crossing users

Motorists crossing the Thames between Kent and Essex still cannot access the payment website.

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Portugal 0-0 USA: World champions USA scrape into last 16

Defending champions the USA miss out on finishing top of Group E thanks to an uninspiring draw against debutants Portugal at the Women's World Cup.

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