Police assessing Lee Anderson's 'Islamists' comments

The Metropolitan Police says a report of hate speech was made against the Ashfield MP on Saturday.

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Why Iranians look dimly on first chance to vote since unrest

Turnout is seen as a crucial test for the regime - but how far is the choice a real one?

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Benefits Street tarred area's reputation - TV exec

A producer of the controversial 2014 series says the name of street could have been withheld.

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Grenfell-style cladding fear after Valencia fire

Construction pictures suggest the cladding used on the building may be of a type now banned in the UK.

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#Merky Books winner on 'writing for lads like me'

Sufiyaan Salam has just won the New Writers' Prize from the annual award set up by rapper Stormzy.

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Terror charges after 'right-wing activity' probe

Three men suspected of preparing an act of terrorism were arrested at their homes, police said.

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India names astronauts for maiden space flight

The Gaganyaan mission aims to send astronauts to an orbit of 400km and bring them back after three days.

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Chase & Status win Brit Award for best producer

The drum and bass duo pick up an early prize ahead of the main ceremony in London this weekend.

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Thousands stuck on cruise ship over cholera fears

Some passengers are believed to have developed mild symptoms of stomach illness during a trip to South Africa.

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In pictures: Celebrating the Lantern Festival

The festival marks the end of Lunar New Year festivities - this year is Year of the Dragon.

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Israel mulls ceasefire plan as progress reported

It comes as police break up protests in Tel Aviv calling for the prime minister's resignation.

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Police search for boy missing at lake

Three boys are spotted in the water but only two get out, prompting the hunt by emergency crews.

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Deputy PM declines to say whether MP's remarks were Islamophobic

The comments from suspended Tory MP Lee Anderson about Sadiq Khan have led to a wave of criticism.

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How a gay TV drama changed people's lives

First broadcast 25 years ago, Queer as Folk depicted three gay men in a way not seen on TV before.

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Defeat to Trump looms for Nikki Haley. So why stay in the race?

The Republican presidential candidate has vowed not to quit, raising speculation about her long shot campaign.

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Tony's Chocolonely sued over copycat campaign

Milka-maker Mondelez is taking legal action, claiming Tony's mimics its bar in a new campaign.

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India state bans candy floss over cancer risk

Tamil Nadu bans the pink sugary treat for containing a carcinogen, while others are planning to do so.

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Wales sees average speed drop 4mph after switch to 20mph

The new limit has proved controversial and led to protests, while ministers say it will save lives.

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Emotional Susanna Reid announces Robin Windsor's death

The presenter, who danced with Windsor in Strictly Come Dancing, pays tribute on Good Morning Britain.

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Trafalgar Square Fourth Plinth: Shortlist announced for 2026 and 2028 sculptures

Two sculptures from a shortlist of seven will be picked to stand in Trafalgar Square for two years.

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Newcastle United put Dan Ashworth on gardening leave amid Manchester United interest

Newcastle United's sporting director Dan Ashworth is placed on gardening leave after telling the club he wants to join Manchester United.

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Nansledan: Prince William to build homes for homeless on Duchy land

The Duchy of Cornwall announces plans to build accommodation for homeless in Newquay.

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Currys rejects £700m takeover approach from US firm Elliott

The electrical goods retailer says the proposal "significantly undervalued" the business.

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Alexei Navalny's life in 'Polar Wolf' remote Arctic penal colony

Only those accused of the very worst crimes are sent to IK-3, the strictest penal colony imaginable.

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Bafta nominations 2024: The full list of film contenders

Oppenheimer and Poor Things are the leading contenders for this year's British Academy Film Awards.

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Radio 1: Jamie Laing to replace Jordan North

Made in Chelsea star Jamie Laing will join Vick Hope to host Going Home on Radio 1 from March.

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Israel-Gaza war: Rafah images show huge blast craters close to camps

BBC Verify has analysed the latest satellite image from the city in southern Gaza.

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Prince Harry interview: Duke of Sussex set to speak about King's health

The prince's appearance on Good Morning America is expected to touch on his father's cancer diagnosis.

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Fani Willis: Judge considers removing Georgia attorney from Trump case

A defendant has accused Ms Willis of an improper romantic relationship with a prosecutor she hired.

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Israel special forces enter besieged Nasser hospital

Israel's military says its special forces are inside Gaza's besieged Nasser hospital

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What shoppers never saw - glimpses inside historic Edinburgh store Jenners

BBC Scotland News is granted rare access to the historic department store during a huge refurbishment.

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Wrexham's Hollywood owners donate £10k to disabled four-year-old fan

Louis Perrin's parents say they are "blown away" by the donation to adapt their home.

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The Body Shop: What went wrong for the trailblazing chain?

As the UK business is expected to go into administration, we look at what went wrong.

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Boy, 10, returns home after successful Arctic trek in memory of father

Caeden, whose family was told he may not walk, trekked in the Arctic in tribute to his late father.

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Pakistan election: What happens after Imran Khan vote surprise?

Days after the vote, Pakistanis still don't know who will form their next government.

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Israel says rescued hostages 'in good condition'

The military says the pair are in "good medical condition"; meanwhile deadly attacks have been reported in Gaza.

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Firearm police called for 'man with knife' - but it's Potter fan with wand

Officers thought they were being called to deal with a man carrying a large knife.

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Sinéad O'Connor nominated for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Other nominees include Mariah Carey, Oasis, Ozzy Osborne and Cher, who has previously vowed not to accept.

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Michael Jackson: Stake in catalogue sells for $600m

Sony Music Group has reportedly bought half of the King of Pop's catalogue.

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Meet Fluffy the alligator snapping turtle found in Urswick Tarn, Cumbria

A dog walker found the exotic animal, which is native to swamps and rivers in parts of the US, in a lake.

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Dover farmer protests organiser says action could escalate

Jeff Gibson hopes the action by farmers at Dover will get the government to start taking notice.

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Scottish farmers win battle over food subsidies

The first minister announces that farmers will continue receiving most of their existing subsidies for growing food.

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Doctor's lost ring found at hospital 100 miles away

The diamond ring was left in the pocket of surgical scrubs which were sent away to be cleaned.

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Horse that led Queen's funeral procession to Windsor Castle dies

Police horse Aurora led the procession down the Long Walk as the Queen made her final journey.

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Putin challenger says he is barred from election

Russia's election commission has rejected anti-war challenger Boris Nadezhdin as a presidential candidate.

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'My journey from racist abuse at the tills to property tycoon'

Sanmi Adegoke explains how he built a property empire without any contacts in the field.

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Trapped orcas escape from drift ice near Japan

The pod of about a dozen killer whales were first spotted stranded on Monday north of Hokkaido.

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Country music legend Toby Keith dies aged 62

Toby Keith, one of country music's biggest stars, dies aged 62 - he had previously revealed he had stomach cancer

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Rishi Sunak says he was taken by surprise on £1,000 Rwanda bet

Rishi Sunak says he took the bet with Piers Morgan to "underline" his commitment to the Rwanda policy.

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Worthing man running length of Africa announces end date

Russell Cook has been forced to extend the length of his 360 marathon challenge.

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Chile wildfires: 51 dead as wildfire tears through Valparaiso region

Officials have warned the death toll is likely to rise as rescue teams reach the hardest hit areas.

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Essex dog attack: Man arrested after woman dies in Jaywick

A 39-year-old man is arrested following the death in the Essex village of Jaywick on Saturday.

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Clapham chemical attack: Search for suspect Abdul Shokoor Ezedi continues

Police are trying to piece together Abdul Shokoor Ezedi's movements after he was captured on CCTV in King's Cross.

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Woman campaigns to introduce baby boxes in the UK

Toyin Odumala, who was left outside flats in London in 2001 when she was a baby, starts a petition.

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Who was William? The forgotten face of a prison tragedy

William Brown took his own life in jail at the age of 16 despite never having been convicted of a crime.

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Paris knife attack: Three wounded at Gare de Lyon station

One suspect is arrested following the attack at Gare de Lyon, which wounded three people.

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Watch: Tesla Norway fjord crash passengers saved by floating sauna users

The users of a sauna boat came to the rescue of two people who crashed into a fjord in Oslo.

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Macclesfield vegan restaurant to serve meat due to rising costs

Owner Adonis Norouznia blames the change of menu on the cost-of-living crisis.

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