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Wednesday, July 31, 2024

Signs of life on Sycamore Gap stump

Eight new shoots have been discovered emerging from the base of the felled tree on Hadrian's Wall.

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17-year-old charged with murder of three girls in Southport attack

Three girls, aged 6, 7, and 9 were killed at a dance class in Southport on Monday.

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More than 100 arrests in London protest after Southport attack

The Met Police said offences included assault on an emergency worker and violent disorder.

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Tuesday, July 30, 2024

The Dua Lipa festival aiming to change Kosovo’s image

Dua Lipa and her dad's Sunny Hill Festival saw artists like Stormzy, Burna Boy, Bebe Rexha as headliners.

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Israel claims it killed senior Hezbollah commander in strike on Beirut

The Israeli military said Fuad Shukr was "eliminated" but local security sources say he was not in the building that was hit.

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Six arrested as city MP warns of 'ongoing incident'

Amid reports of a large police presence in Southend-on-Sea, an MP has warned residents to avoid the city centre.

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Southport left numb by mass stabbing

Crowds gathered in the centre of Stockport for a vigil in memory of the victims of Monday's attack.

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Monday, July 29, 2024

‘It doesn’t look that bad’: Would you swim in the Seine?

Parisians and visitors tell the BBC whether they would take a dip in the River Seine.

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The Papers: 'Two children dead' and '10 million lose out'

Tuesday's papers focus on the attack in Southport and Labour cutting the winter fuel allowance for 10 million people.

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Sunday, July 28, 2024

Police investigate footage after Armagh football victory

The police say they have launched an internal investigation into video footage of officers taking part in celebrations.

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The Papers: GPs threaten 'standstill' and 'silver for Peaty'

Monday's papers focus on GPs threatening industrial action and Adam Peaty narrowly missing a gold medal.

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Former Gladiators referee John Anderson dies aged 92

The Scottish sports coach appeared in the show's original ITV run from1992 to 2000 and in its 2008 Sky revamp.

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Saturday, July 27, 2024

The Papers: 'Council house revolution' and '£20bn black hole'

Headlines include Labour pledging to kickstart home building and a reported shortfall in public finances.

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Friday, July 26, 2024

Scotland triumph in World Schools Debating Championships

The team defeated Bulgaria to lift the trophy in Belgrade on the motion: "This house regrets the glorification of champions".

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Thursday, July 25, 2024

Stride announces Conservative leadership bid

The former work and pensions secretary becomes the fourth person joining the race to replace Rishi Sunak.

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The Papers: Potential 'autumn tax raid' after '£20bn hole in public finances'

A mix of stories lead Friday's papers, including a look ahead to a big speech by the chancellor on Monday.

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How decline of Indian vultures led to 500,000 human deaths

A new study links the vulture decline in India to deadly bacteria spread, causing about 500,000 deaths.

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Jewell and Yarros among winners at 2024 TikTok Book Awards

More than 80,000 TikTok users voted for their favourite authors, books and #BookTok creators.

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Wednesday, July 24, 2024

We owe public apology, says new Welsh Labour leader

Eluned Morgan confirmed as Welsh Labour leader and Wales' first woman to be first minister.

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Tuesday, July 23, 2024

Rise in cash-only spenders driven by cost of living

But young shoppers are far more likely to use their phones to pay for things, despite stretched budgets.

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The Papers: BBC 'sorry' over Strictly and plan to get people into work

A range of stories feature in Wednesday's papers, including the latest on Strictly Come Dancing.

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Monday, July 22, 2024

Starmer calls Sunak 'prime minister' in Commons slip-up

Sir Keir Starmer jokes that "old habits die hard" as he appears to give the leader of the opposition his old job back.

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Sunday, July 21, 2024

Afghanistan - wish you were here? The Taliban do

Tourism is booming under the Taliban regime as Westerners flock to see its unspoilt sites - but not everyone is winning.

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‘I wanted my clitoris back’ – FGM survivor opts for reconstructive surgery

The women flouting tradition to get reconstructive surgery after female genital mutilation.

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Saturday, July 20, 2024

MP criticised for behaving 'abominably' in Commons

Ms Atkins has been criticised after attempting to interrupt another MP during a Commons debate.

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People with visible differences put in the frame

An exhibition is raising awareness of the prejudice people face for looking different.

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Friday, July 19, 2024

Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon star Cheng Pei-pei dies at 78

The China-born star died in San Francisco after suffering from a neurodegenerative brain disease since 2019.

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Thursday, July 18, 2024

UK pledges £84m to stop illegal migration 'at source'

The funding for Africa and the Middle East aims to address the factors driving people to flee their homes.

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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

Uncontacted indigenous people sighted in Peru

An uncontacted indigenous people in Peru has been spotted close to where logging companies have concessions.

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Smoke on the horizon - Israel and Hezbollah edge closer to all-out war

A summer war with the Lebanese group is threatening to erupt, Orla Guerin reports.

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Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Trump to speak Thursday - what to expect at Republican convention

The assassination attempt on Trump has put a heightened focus on security at the event, which began Monday.

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The Papers: 'Southgate resigns' and Starmer 'to take breaks off' building

Gareth Southgate's resignation and the King's Speech feature on many of the paper frontpages.

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Monday, July 15, 2024

How AI is fuelling uncertainty for game developers

In a struggling games industry AI has been hailed as a possible saviour. But not everyone's convinced.

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Sunday, July 14, 2024

'England have the best squad, but not the best team'

Rio Ferdinand, Micah Richards, Alan Shearer and other pundits react to England's defeat by Spain in the Euro 2024 final.

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Instagram influencer and ex-model jailed for trafficking and slavery

Young women tell the BBC how Kat Torres lured them to her homes in the US, where they worked for no pay.

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Saturday, July 13, 2024

Pictures from Trump rally where shots fired

Donald Trump rushed off stage during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania after loud bangs were heard

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Firefighters tackle major blaze in Newry

At one stage, 50 firefighters were dealing with the incident in the Greenbank Industrial Estate.

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Friday, July 12, 2024

The Papers: 'Arise Sir Gareth' and minister's prison announcement

Saturdays' front pages look ahead to the Euros final and some of Labour's new policies.

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Tributes as 'broadcasting titan' Kirsty Wark leaves Newsnight

A host of former political leaders wished Kirsty Wark well as she presented her final Newsnight.

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More human remains found in London as Bristol suitcase suspect named

Police say the remains in west London are linked to those found in Bristol and there are still two victims.

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Thursday, July 11, 2024

The Papers: Prison release scheme and the pound surges

Plans to free prisoners early to ease chronic overcrowding in jails is the focus for several front pages.

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England fans surround 'Bellingham bus'

Fans piled on the vehicle, dancing and singing in celebration as it moved through Shoreditch High Street, London.

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Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Will K-pop's AI experiment pay off?

Some of the genre's biggest names are now using artificial intelligence, but fans are divided.

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'Crossbow horror' and England's 'last-minute glory'

Thursday's front pages feature reports of a deadly crossbow attack in Hertfordshire and England's Euros semi-final win.

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Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Weinstein faces new sex assault inquiry in New York

Prosecutors say more women ready to give evidence, months after film mogul's 2020 conviction was overturned.

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The Papers: England bid for Euro glory and Starmer's defence plan

Many front pages look ahead to England's Euro 2024 semi-finalz, while the PM's plans for defence spending also feature heavily.

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Monday, July 8, 2024

England's best performances since 1996 - what's your favourite?

As England prepare for their Euro 2024 semi-final against the Netherlands, BBC Sport looks back at the Three Lions' 10 most memorable matches since the two sides met at Euro '96.

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Nurse regulator condemned over toxic culture

A damning report finds bullying, racism and incompetence in an organisation overseeing UK nurses and midwives.

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Sunday, July 7, 2024

How fetching water is holding back India's women

Indian women and girls nearly always collect water for families - leaving them no time to work.

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The Papers: 'Surprise surge' for France's left, and Reeves to unveil housing plans

Monday's pages lead on France's second round of parliamentary elections, and Chancellor Rachel Reeves's plans for growth.

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Saturday, July 6, 2024

Forget Ethiopia's Spice Girls - this singer salutes the true queens

Singer Gabriella Ghermandi dismisses suggestions that Ethiopians need to be taught about empowering women.

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The Papers: England through to semi-finals, and Rwanda plan 'dead'

Sunday's front pages lead on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's first cabinet and England's Euros success.

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Friday, July 5, 2024

Israel settlements drive heightens Palestinian land angst

The settlements are spreading on land Palestinians want for a future independent state.

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Thursday, July 4, 2024

Slovakia win 'emotional turning point' - Stones

John Stones says England's dramatic late win against Slovakia in the last 16 at Euro 2024 is an "emotional turning point".

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Wednesday, July 3, 2024

In Marseille, pétanque masks political divides ahead of Sunday's vote

Crime and poverty in cities like Marseille has driven support for the far right in southern France.

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Ukraine calls them meat assaults: Russia's brutal plan to take ground

Russia is throwing wave after wave of men forward in Ukraine to make ground. The tactic is working.

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Tuesday, July 2, 2024

The Papers: Water firms 'facing lawsuits' and 'prisons near capacity'

A Supreme Court ruling on sewage and the crisis of overcrowding in the UK's prisons lead the papers.

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Monday, July 1, 2024

Which issues barely get a mention in party manifestos?

BBC audiences have asked for more detail on issues such as fly-tipping, income tax thresholds and assisted dying

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Almost 1.8 million owe £50,000 or more in student debt

More than 61,000 people have balances of £100,000 or more and 50 owe upwards of £200,000, BBC finds.

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Biden says ruling on Trump undermines rule of law

The US president condemns a Supreme Court verdict giving his predecessor partial immunity from prosecution.

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'The abuse never stops' - Lionesses to avoid social media

Alessia Russo and some of her England team-mates will not use social media during Euro 2025 because online abuse can be "really damagin...