Ban on single-use plastic cutlery comes into force bin England

Polystyrene cups and balloon sticks are also banned in England as part of efforts to cut waste.

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Covid inquiry: What is it investigating and how does it work?

The second round of public hearings examining the UK's handling of the pandemic starts on 3 October.

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Conservatives launch conference with towns funding pledge

Rishi Sunak arrives in Manchester for his party's annual meeting but faces pressure over tax cuts and HS2.

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Sudan conflict: Living in Cairo, longing for Omdurman

The BBC's Mohamed Osman writes about his emotional return after war forced him to flee.

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Evergrande: The rise and fall of the property giant's billionaire founder

Hui Ka Yan, the founder of a crisis-hit Chinese property giant, is under police surveillance.

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Train strikes set to cause travel disruption

Aslef union members will walk out in a long-running dispute over pay and conditions.

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US urges Serbia to withdraw troops from Kosovo border as tensions rise

In response to the "current situation", the UK sends troops to join Nato peacekeepers Kfor in Kosovo.

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The slow and delicate aircraft taking on spy missions

Light aircraft that can fly and loiter at very high altitudes could provide back-up for spy satellites.

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Drag Race UK: Series five queens on being accepted in Britain

Two queens from RuPaul's latest line-up describe growing up in Poland and the United States.

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Huge boa constrictor found stuck under car bonnet

Watch how 'snake chaser' Russel Cavender pulled out the reptile with his bare hands.

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The papers: Private schools 'go to battle' and HS2 salaries

Reaction to Labour plans to charge private schools 20% VAT and HS2 bosses' pay lead the papers.

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Iraq wedding fire: At least 100 killed in blaze in Nineveh

At least 100 people killed after fire breaks out at wedding in northern Iraq, country's state news agency says

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Owner's husband arrested in Bronx nursery fentanyl child death

He is the fourth person to be arrested following the death of a child at a New York City nursery.

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8 mile actor Nashawn Breedlove dies aged 46

The actor and rapper, known for rap-battling Eminem in the 2002 film, died at his home on Sunday.

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New doc explores UFO and Wales' alien 'Bermuda Triangle'

The UK's largest reported extraterrestrial "encounter" is featured in a new Netflix series.

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World War Two: The Australian commando raid in Singapore

In 1943, Operation Jaywick sent 14 men from Australia on a mission to sink Japanese ships in Singapore.

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Idris Elba: Actors in video games like Phantom Liberty is 'sign of the times'

Idris Elba, who stars in Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, sees a future where films and games converge.

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Newspaper headlines: Fresh Russell Brand allegations and call for asylum reform

New claims against comedian Russell Brand and an upcoming speech by the home secretary lead the papers.

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US-China rivalry spurs investment in space tech

The race to get back to the moon is fuelling US investment in private sector space firms.

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State-owned British Business Bank makes £147m annual loss

The bank says wider economic problems led to a drop in the valuation of businesses it has invested in.

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Kosovo and Serbia row over monastery gun battle

A Kosovan policeman and three ethnic Serb gunmen are dead after a siege of a monastery in Kosovo.

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Farmers turn to tech as bees struggle to pollinate

With bee populations struggling, mechanical pollination may be increasingly needed as a back-up.

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Canada-India row puts spotlight on Sikh activism in UK

Rumours swirl around the deaths of other Sikh activists, following Justin Trudeau's bombshell claim.

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UCU university strikes: When are the next walkouts?

Five days of strike action will fall in Freshers' Week for many students.

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Gladstone descendant: Sunak completely wrong on slavery

The descendant of the 19th Century PM urges the UK government to apologise for its part in slavery.

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Osiris-Rex: Nasa awaits fiery return of asteroid Bennu samples

A capsule carrying rocky debris from asteroid Bennu is about to streak through the sky above Utah.

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What you need to know about Covid as new variant rises

Hospitalisations have gone up since the summer and a new variant is spreading. Should we be concerned?

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Russell Brand accuser sparks debate about staggered age of consent

Claims against the star have led to discussions about the power dynamic between adults and teens in relationships.

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Rare 'Dumbo' octopus filmed on deep sea live stream

An octopus with ear-like fins resembling the Disney character was filmed at a depth of more than 1,000 metres.

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The Papers: 'Axe looms' over HS2 as Tories plan new policies

Sunday's papers continue to discuss the potential scrapping of a leg of HS2 - and a number of new policies the PM is said to be working on.

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Week in pictures: 16-22 September 2023

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.

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Kylie Minogue on taking off on TikTok

Kylie Minogue says she was shocked to see her latest single, Padam Padam, go viral.

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Wigan Casino: Northern Soul finds a new crowd on nightclub's 50th anniversary

It's 50 years since Wigan Casino hosted the first of its legendary Northern Soul all-nighters.

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The Papers: Interest rates 'hit peak' and Murdoch 'ends reign'

A decision not to change interest rates and the Murdoch media empire's new leadership lead the papers.

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Poland to stop supplying weapons to Ukraine over grain row

It comes as tensions rapidly escalate between the two countries - historically close allies.

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Tamil Nadu: The Indian men who photographed dead bodies

Two photographers from Tamil Nadu recall what it was like taking pictures of the dead for a living.

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Will it be possible to regulate artificial intelligence?

We are moving towards regulation of AI, but some experts maintain that it will never work.

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Henry Diltz: Rock's 'accidental photographer' wins lifetime achievement prize

Henry Diltz, who shot some of rock's most iconic images, will be honoured at Abbey Road on Thursday.

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The Papers: Petrol car ban delay and Starmer 'to reject EU plan'

Several papers lead on Rishi Sunak considering weakening key climate pledges - with a mixed reaction.

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New footage shows historic World War II shipwrecks in the Pacific

An underwater mission spotted never-seen remnants from three ships from the Battle of Midway.

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Children on puberty blockers saw mental health change - new analysis

New analysis finds most children had a significant change in their mental health while on the drugs.

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Ambulance worker thanks patient and nurse who helped save his life

When Shaun McBride suffered a cardiac arrest a 72-year-old patient raised the alarm and a nurse did CPR.

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Debris found in search for F-35 jet - authorities

Debris found in search for F-35 military jet that went missing after pilot ejected over South Carolina - US officials

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Married At First Sight cast just saw me as Ella, says trans bride

Ella Morgan Clark will be the first trans woman to walk down the aisle on Married At First Sight.

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Pace of rising rental costs at nine-year high, figures show

Estate agent Hamptons says the cost has risen more in the last year than it did in the four years to 2019.

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How the fentanyl crisis' fourth wave has hit every corner of the US

The epidemic's staggering scale and its infiltration of communities across the nation is laid bare in a new study.

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Boys From the Blackstuff: James Graham and Barry Sloane on reviving landmark 1980s TV drama

Boys From the Blackstuff regularly appears on lists of the greatest TV shows ever. Now it's on stage.

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Sudan conflict: Risking lives to bury the dead in Omdurman

Zeinab Mohamed Salih writes about how dangerous it was to bury her grandmother in war-hit Sudan.

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What anger over top influencer says about China today

Li Jiaqi's comments struck a raw nerve as China's youth struggle to find jobs in a sputtering economy.

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US special counsel Jack Smith asks judge to place gag order on Donald Trump

The order, if approved, would set limits on what Mr Trump can say about his election meddling case.

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The Papers: XL bully ban and 'Murdoch team told Sunak not to quit'

Many of Saturday's papers focus on the American bully XL dog ban, after a man died in a suspected attack.

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Wilderness author on phone call that stopped her quitting

Bev Jones' book has been turned into a drama starring Jenna Coleman, with music from Taylor Swift.

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Sara Sharif: Father among three charged with murder of girl

The stepmother and uncle of the 10-year-old girl, who was found dead in Woking, have also been charged.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Patients in danger' and Starmer's 'dirty deal'

NHS waiting times and the Labour leader's pledge to tackle migration are among the front-page stories.

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'Overwhelming consensus' on AI regulation - Musk

Tech heavyweights gathered in Washington DC to discuss the regulation of artificial intelligence.

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Selfie takers forced pony off cliff in Gower, farmer says

The farmer is having to rethink keeping ponies on Gower's cliffs because of visitors' behaviour.

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Olivia Rodrigo interview: 'God, what a crazy trajectory'

As her second album heads for number one, the star discusses the pressure of overnight fame.

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Peckham: Protest after woman restrained in cosmetics shop

It happened after a video was shared online showing a woman being restrained by a staff member.

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Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam: Why it is worrying Egypt and Sudan

Ethiopia is using water from the Nile to fill its giant Renaissance dam.

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Nuzo Onoh - the Queen of African horror who is terrified of ghosts

British-Nigerian horror writer Nuzo Ono tells the BBC that she sleeps with a "bright light on".

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Can new Apple iPhone 15 thunder without lightning?

Apple is set to unveil the iPhone 15 later on today without its traditional lightning cable charger.

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Newspaper headlines: 'I'm no China spy' and '1 in 3 female surgeons abused'

Tuesday's front pages report on a denial from a UK parliament researcher arrested for allegedly spying.

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Inflatable whales used in exercise to simulate mass stranding

The training tested volunteers' skills on several life-size inflatable models of pilot whales.

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Cleveland Pools: Bath's Georgian lido reopens after 40 years

The 208-year-old attraction was saved by campaigners who raised millions to restore it.

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Covid booster: Who can get another jab this autumn?

Covid vaccine rules are changing, but those most at risk will be offered another jab in the autumn.

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US and Vietnam get a friendship upgrade

The US and Vietnam are becoming better friends - and that's a troubling prospect for China.

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Man becomes first amputee to swim North Channel

Jonty Warneken, who lost his leg in a car crash, swam solo from Northern Ireland to Scotland.

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Johannesburg fire: Inside a 'hijacked' South African building

A resident describes her life inside one of South Africa's 'hijacked' buildings.

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Last night of the Proms: Sweltering heat fails to dampen the audience's spirits

The audience stomp, clap and wave flags of every denomination as the eight-week Proms season ends.

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Barbie collector displays hidden collection at St Albans cinema

A Barbie fan who introduces the film at her local cinema also puts some of her many dolls on display.

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Celebrity MasterChef winner revealed after grand final

Emmerdale's Amy Walsh, Love Island's Luca Bish and opera singer Wynne Evans made the grand final.

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Watch stunning lightning strikes at the heart of Hurricane Lee

US Air Force video captures the dramatic display in the eye of the storm raging in the Atlantic

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Red Bull 400: Amputee Milly Pickles completes 'world's steepest race'

Milly Pickles, 26, competed in the Red Bull 400 race six years after her below-the-knee amputation.

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Young brothers are golf’s 'wee wonders'

Evan Macaulay and his brother Lucas won prestigious UK golf titles on the same day.

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The Papers: 'Prison cuts row' and 'baby deaths cover-up'

Almost all of Friday's papers continue to cover the story of missing terror suspect Daniel Khalife.

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Heating on prescription trial suggests fewer NHS visits

A trial by a UK university suggests patients prescribed free heating were hospitalised less often.

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The 82-year-old who plays cricket wearing an oxygen tank

Alec Steele has a terminal illness but he is determined to carry on playing cricket.

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Kenya's Lake Baringo: Surviving hippo and crocodile attacks

Residents say that with Lake Baringo getting bigger they are at greater risk of attack.

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The Papers: 'Birmingham bankrupt' and 'benefits revamp'

Many of Wednesday's papers report on new plans for sickness and disability benefit claimants.

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Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio jailed for 22 years for Capitol riot

An emotional Enrique Tarrio, 39, tells the court he is "ashamed" of his role in the US Capitol riot.

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Somalis with albinism: Pelted with stones and raw eggs

People with albinism are tackling prejudice, while the diaspora is helping to makes their lives easier.

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Heatwave: How to keep your home cool

With temperatures rising, how can you stop your home from retaining too much heat?

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Peregrine Falcon image wins bird photo award

A selection of the winning images from the 2023 Bird Photographer of the Year award.

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Why has concrete suddenly become headline news?

Deep within certain and very particular corners of government, RAAC has been a talking point for years.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Minister's TV blunder' and 'Blairites are back'

Gillian Keegan's "four-letter rant" is featured on the front of most of Tuesday's papers.

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Lagos traffic jams disappear. But this isn't good news for Nigeria

The removal of a fuel subsidy has pushed the cost of transport out of the reach of many Nigerians.

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South Africa says inquiry finds no evidence of arms shipment to Russia

A national inquiry rejects US claims a Russian cargo ship was uploaded with South African weapons.

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New tech boosts Dutch drive for sustainable farming

In the Netherlands, experiments are underway to ensure future food supply and cut carbon emissions.

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Five ways to save money on your packed lunch

The lunchbox is back after the summer holidays so here are some top tips on making savings at lunchtime.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'recycled'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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Week in pictures: 26 August - 1 September 2023

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days.

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Tharman Shanmugaratnam: Singapore picks a president who could've been much more

Voters chose Tharman Shanmugaratnam for a ceremonial role but many felt it was a waste of potential.

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