Growth takes the spotlight in Scotland's campaign

Parties are looking to shift ground – and the key issue is economic growth.

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ANC on course to lose majority, partial South Africa results suggest

The ANC could lose its majority in parliament for the first time since the end of apartheid 30 years ago.

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Man arrested in US after years of catapult attacks

Police say the suspect had been "victimising" residents in his California neighbourhood for nearly a decade.

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Warning over new supermarket spending 'challenges'

Consumer groups say the latest loyalty promotions could encourage shoppers to go over budget.

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US billionaire plans submersible trip to Titanic wreck

The private submersible industry was shaken after the implosion of the OceanGate Titan sub last year.

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'Sextortion guides' sold on social media, BBC finds

A BBC investigation has discovered guides for sale online that detail how to trick and blackmail victims.

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Satellite to probe mystery of clouds and climate

Europe's Earthcare satellite will tell us if the planet could lose the cooling effect of clouds.

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Search for meteor fragments after bright fireball

People around Blythe Bridge and Uttoxeter are being asked to look out for "dark shiny rocks".

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Pope allegedly used derogatory term for gay people

The Pope was speaking at a meeting of bishops on whether gay men should be allowed to become priests.

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'My flat's service charge has doubled to £8,000'

Soaring insurance costs have pushed up service charges over the past few years, a trade body says.

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Lib Dems pledge to fix Scotland's 'dental deserts'

Leader Alex Cole-Hamilton said dental services were being 'neglected' on both sides of the border.

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PR for pigeons: Woman's mission to give the birds a better image

Hannah Hall says pigeons are seen as vermin, and mistreated, but she is trying to change that.

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Disney songwriter Richard M Sherman dies aged 95

Richard Sherman composed scores for Mary Poppins and the Jungle Book, amassing Oscars and Grammy awards with his brother.

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Bronze Age replica boats ready to launch

Volunteers spent 700 hours using replica tools and fire to carve out the Bronze Age-style log boats.

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SNP say election date disrespectful to Scotland

The first minister criticised holding a UK election on the first week of Scotland's school holidays.

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How important is Scotland in deciding the UK election?

Sir Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak are hoping this election marks the end of an era of SNP domination.

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'He does special things every week' - Littler's rise continues

Teenager Luke Littler continues his rise with his first major PDC title, beating Luke Humphries in the Premier League Darts final.

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Army rejected teen over breast-cancer gene

The Army is accused of sexism after rejecting a teenager who may have a gene raising her risk of breast cancer.

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How MPs turned to BBC for clarity on election gossip

The BBC's Henry Zeffman describes how Westminster gossip caused mass confusion among staff.

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The 'doubtful Indians' left out of the election

In Assam state, a complicated citizenship process has left thousands without the right to vote.

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Ukraine makes gains in its other war - fighting corruption

Experts say Ukraine is now making significant progress in its long struggle against corruption.

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Should London become a 'sponge city'?

Surface flooding is one of London's biggest threats - so what can be done to combat it?

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Lil Nas X: I felt like an imposter on tour

The rapper and singer discusses having to learn how to perform after rising to fame online.

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Schauffele wins first major at US PGA Championship

Xander Schauffele birdies the last hole to see off the challenge of Bryson DeChambeau and Viktor Hovland to win his first major title.

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What's the future for Aberfan chapel with tragic past?

Some of the 116 children killed in the Aberfan disaster were taken to the now derelict Capel Aberfan.

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More Northern Lights soon as Sun storms strengthen

Another spectacular light show could come within two weeks as Sun storms reach 11-year high.

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US warns of possible Pride Month attacks worldwide

The warning comes one week after a similar alert from the FBI and Department of Homeland Security.

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Starmer unveils the “first steps” Labour would take if they win the general election

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Tyson Fury: the good, the bad, the ugly, the undisputed?

Over a 16-year professional career, Tyson Fury has risen from small shows and low expectations to a shot at becoming undisputed world champion.

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Man pleads not guilty to Sycamore Gap felling

Daniel Graham and Adam Carruthers, both from Cumbria, are accused of damaging the world-famous tree.

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The Papers: Starmer's six pledges and Slovak PM shot

Thursday's paper preview a speech by Labour's leader and have the latest on the Slovak PM shooting.

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Man City move close to history - thanks to an unlikely hero

Keeper Stefan Ortega's brilliant cameo at Spurs puts Manchester City on the brink of a fourth successive Premier League title.

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New version of Chat-GPT can teach maths and flirt

OpenAI has unveiled a new, faster version of its generative AI tool, ChatGPT.

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'Emery the star of the show as Villa can taste dream finale'

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery closes in on the promised land of the Champions League as fan Tom Hanks hopes for a Hollywood finale.

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UK arms ban for Israel would strengthen Hamas, says Cameron

Foreign Secretary David Cameron tells the BBC the UK should focus on getting humanitarian aid into Gaza.

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McIlroy storms to Wells Fargo Championship win

A stunning final back nine sees Rory McIlroy reel in overnight leader Xander Schauffele and claim a fourth career Wells Fargo Championship.

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Your guide to this year's A-level exams and results day

Everything you need to know about this year's A-level exams, grade boundaries and results day.

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'I'm stuck in my flat due to £4k service charge'

Kasun Kalirai would not have put his flat on the market had it not been for rocketing service charges.

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World Triathlon Series

Coverage of the women’s elite race from the 2024 World Triathlon Championship.

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The Papers: 'Recession lifts' and Eurovision 'discord'

GDP figures, which show that the UK has emerged from recession, feature in some of Saturday's papers.

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Eurovision final: Seven things to look out for

A look at some of the most eye-catching performers, ahead of the grand final on Saturday night.

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'I feel embarrassed to be addicted': Why young people still take up smoking

Hundreds of young people in the UK take their first puff each day. Is that why a ban is planned?

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Leverkusen go 49 unbeaten and make Europa League final

Bayer Leverkusen set a new European unbeaten record of 49 games by securing a late draw with Roma to reach the Europa League final.

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Van Gerwen into play-offs despite Humphries defeat

Seven-time winner Michael van Gerwen clinches his place in the Premier League Darts play-offs despite losing 6-5 to world champion Luke Humphries in the night 15 final in Leeds.

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Tuchel says offside decision 'felt like betrayal'

Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel says the decision from officials to stop play before his side scored an equaliser against Real Madrid "feels like a betrayal".

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Judge postpones Trump's classified documents trial

The former US president's federal trial in Florida is now unlikely to begin before the 2024 election.

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'Nobody expected this' - Dortmund target Wembley win

Despite a disappointing domestic campaign, Borussia Dortmund are one game away from becoming European champions for the second time.

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Wilson beats tenacious Jones to win world title

An emotional Kyren Wilson claims his first world title with a nervy 18-14 victory over Jak Jones at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.

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'Under performing' Man Utd 'one of worst coached teams in league'

Erik Ten Hag criticises his Manchester United side after they were thrashed 4-0 by Crystal Palace.

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North Korean weapons are killing Ukrainians. The implications are far bigger

A missile that crashed in Kharkiv shows the surprising scale at which Pyongyang's weapons are used.

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The Papers: Sunak 'told to show vision' and Bernard Hill dies

Monday's papers focus on local election disappointment for the Tories.

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North Korean weapons are killing Ukrainians. The implications are far bigger

A missile that crashed in Kharkiv shows the surprising scale at which Pyongyang's weapons are used.

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Joanna Lumley to announce UK Eurovision scores

The actress will reveal the UK's scores during the competition's grand final in Sweden next week.

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A record number of sea lions gather in San Francisco

More than one thousand of the animals visited a city pier - the region's biggest spike in 15 years.

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'Tories crushed' as rebels 'end plot to oust Sunak'

Saturday's papers focus on local election disappointment for the Tories.

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Spurs lacked belief and conviction - Postecoglou

Ange Postecoglou says Tottenham lacked "belief and conviction" as their Champions League hopes were hit by defeat at Chelsea.

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Amateur angler lands UK's 'biggest fish'

Darren Reitz says his "wrist is still hurting" from reeling in the "monster" catfish, which has been nicknamed "Scar".

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