Tuesday, 28 February 2023

Omagh police shooting: Four men released over John Caldwell attack

Police have been granted more time to question two men over the attack in Omagh on 22 February.

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More civil servants to strike on Budget day

Some 33,000 civil servants will join 100,000 of their colleagues taking strike action on 15 March.

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Venus and Jupiter to create spectacle in the sky

People, even without a telescope, will see the astronomical phenomenon by looking west after sundown.

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Don't create drama over Brexit deal, Rishi Sunak tells Tory MPs

Rishi Sunak addresses his MPs in an attempt to win support for his new deal on Northern Ireland.

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Watch Kate beat William in spin class endurance race

The Princess of Wales is awarded a golden trophy after winning the race at a leisure centre.

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Cut parents' benefits over school truancy, suggests Michael Gove

The cabinet minister says the measure could help restore an "ethic of responsibility".

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Monday, 27 February 2023

The Papers: PM hails 'Brexit breakthrough' but 'tensions loom'

A deal reached between the UK and the EU on the flow of goods to Northern Ireland leads the papers.

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Lionel Messi: Argentina forward wins Best Fifa men's player of the year award

Argentina and Paris St-Germain forward Lionel Messi is named the 2022 men's player of the year at the Best Fifa Awards.

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Canada bans TikTok on government devices

The federal government says the video app is an "unacceptable" risk to privacy and security.

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Wizz Air to suspend Moldova flights over airspace safety

The suspension, from 14 March, comes after a Russian missile crossed Moldovan skies.

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Elon Musk defends racist tirade by Dilbert creator Scott Adams

Twitter's CEO accused US media of racism after multiple newspapers dropped the popular cartoon.

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Sunday, 26 February 2023

Physical 100: Are K-reality shows the next Korean cultural trend?

After Squid Game comes the hit survival-of-the-fittest reality show Physical 100.

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Ocean plastic: How tech is being used to clean up waste problem

An organisation is scaling up its attempts to solve the world's marine plastic waste problem.

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Fury beats Jake Paul in highly anticipated boxing fight

Tommy Fury beats Jake Paul by split decision in arguably the most anticipated eight-round contest in boxing history.

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NI Protocol: 'Final talks' due between Rishi Sunak and Ursula von der Leyen

The EU's Ursula von der Leyen will be in the UK on Monday for face-to-face talks with PM Rishi Sunak.

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Labour says UK risks falling behind Poland

Sir Keir Starmer says that without new policies, living standards will fall below those in eastern Europe.

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Omagh police shooting: Court extends detention of 43-year-old

Police investigating attempted murder of Det Ch Insp John Caldwell given extension to question man, 43.

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Saturday, 25 February 2023

California storm wreaks havoc as snow hits LA

Mass power outages, flooding and the closures of motorways and beaches are reported in California.

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The mission to save the biggest frog on earth

One man's bid to learn the secrets of the endangered frog that grows to the size of a domestic cat.

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Turkey earthquake: How survivors cope with trauma

The deadly earthquakes in Turkey and Syria are having a devastating impact on people's mental health.

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The Papers: Sunak on Brexit deal and 'Tory anger over Charles'

Many of Sunday's papers look at Rishi Sunak's negotiations with Brussels over a new Brexit deal for Northern Ireland.

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William and Kate support opposite sides at Six Nations

The Prince of Wales joked about a "tense drive home" before the match between England and Wales.

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G20 meeting deadlocked over calling out Ukraine war

Russia and China refused to condemn Moscow's invasion at a meeting of finance ministers in India.

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Friday, 24 February 2023

China and the Ukraine war: The real reason for Beijing's charm offensive

The West may come away unimpressed - but convincing them was never likely the main goal for Beijing.

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Ukraine war: Zelensky keen to meet Xi following China's peace plan

Ukraine's leader said the call for talks and a ceasefire showed Beijing was "preparing to take part".

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Eurovision 2023: Government pledges £10m towards Liverpool song contest

The money will go on operational costs like security and visas for the show, being held in Liverpool.

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King had planned to meet EU chief

Saturday's meeting between the King and Ursula von der Leyen has been cancelled due to operational reasons.

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Bird flu: UK health officials make contingency plans

There is no evidence bird flu will start spreading between people but experts are preparing for any scenario.

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Britain's apple farmers issue food security warning

Kent apple growers say rising costs mean they can no longer afford to continue growing the fruit.

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Succession: Show's creator announces show will end after fourth season

The Emmy-winning show's creator Jesse Armstrong says it feels like the right time for it to end.

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Thursday, 23 February 2023

The Papers: 'Ukraine's year of blood' and 'let them eat turnips'

Many of Friday's papers reflect on the war in Ukraine on the anniversary of Russia's invasion and the UK's fruit and veg shortages.

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Ukraine war: UN condemns Russian invasion ahead of anniversary

The resolution is approved by 141 countries, with just seven - including Russia - opposing it.

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Move faster to help Ukraine, Rishi Sunak to urge allies

The PM will say Ukraine needs more support, at a G7 meeting to mark a year since Russia's invasion.

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Manchester United 2-1 Barcelona (4-3 on agg): Fred and Antony send Man Utd into Europa League last 16

Manchester United come from a goal down to reach the Europa League last 16 and knock out Barcelona in the process.

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Rihanna to perform Lift Me Up at the Oscars

The performance comes on the heels of her solo Super Bowl halftime show earlier this month.

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Disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein gets 16 more years in prison

The former film magnate is already serving a 23-year sentence after a similar conviction in New York.

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R. Kelly gets extra prison time after latest sex abuse conviction

The disgraced singer is sentenced to 20 years, but 19 will be served alongside an existing term.

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Wednesday, 22 February 2023

App to block child abuse images gets £1.8m EU funding

A project receives funding to pilot a newly-developed app to combat the demand for abuse images and video.

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Los Angeles meteorologists marvel at blizzard warnings

It's usually sunny and warm in Southern California, but area forecasters are experiencing a first

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The Papers: Asylum backlog' 'amnesty' row and store 'seizes salad'

Thursday's papers focus on government plans to reduce the asylum backlog and the rationing of certain fruit and vegetable items in some shops

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Rapper Nipsey Hussle's killer Eric R Holder Jr gets 60 years in prison

Eric R. Holder, Jr. receives 60 years to life for the murder of the Grammy-nominated rapper in LA.

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Eleven Palestinians killed during Israeli raid in Nablus

More than 80 people also suffer bullet wounds after troops surround a house with militants inside.

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Suella Braverman plays down resignation talk over Brexit

But the home secretary says she won't support any protocol deal that "sells out" Northern Ireland.

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Tuesday, 21 February 2023

Newspaper headlines: Putin 'rips up treaty' and fruit and veg rationing

Wednesday's papers focus on the latest in the Ukraine conflict as well as UK supermarket shortages.

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Chris Mason: Government's view on public sector pay has shifted

New below-inflation pay rises are being recommended for nurses, teachers and police officers.

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Why singer Jully Black changed one word in Canada's national anthem

Singer Jully Black has gotten a lot of reaction for her rendition of O Canada at an NBA game.

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Plymouth shooting: Gun laws could be reformed

Home Office minister Chris Philp commits to making "any further changes needed" to licensing.

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Biden hails 'rock solid' Nato as Putin blames West for Russia's war

In separate speeches, Russia's leader targets the West but the US president says his lust for land will fail.

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Plymouth shootings: Why was Jake Davison allowed a gun?

Plymouth gunman Jake Davison had a history of violent outbursts but was granted a shotgun licence.

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Sunday, 19 February 2023

Nigeria election 2023: Fact-checking claims by the candidates

Claims about poverty, unemployment and insecurity feature prominently in this election campaign.

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Footballer Christian Atsu's body returned to Ghana

The 31-year-old was found dead under the rubble of his home in Turkey two weeks after the earthquake.

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The Papers: 'Heartbreak' as Nicola search brings 'family's worst fear'

The discovery in a river by walkers, three weeks after the 45-year-old vanished, dominates the papers.

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Australian man killed by shark at popular beach in New Caledonia

The attack, which took place before horrified onlookers, is the third in Noumea in as many weeks.

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Dickie Davies, host of ITV's World of Sport for nearly two decades, dies

The presenter famously anchored the five-hour live TV marathon every Saturday between 1968 and 1985.

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Has Putin's war failed and what does Russia want?

A year into Russia's war, he has little to show for it but there is no sign of an end.

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Saturday, 18 February 2023

The protesters who've gone missing as China deepens crackdown

Police have quietly gone after those who took part in the November protests that shook China.

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The Papers: Johnson ready to derail PM's plan and 'eviction for Andrew'

Former PM says it is a mistake to scrap NI Protocol bill and Duke of York might lose £30m mansion after grant cut.

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Andrew Lloyd Webber piece among new coronation music

The coronation service for King Charles will feature 12 newly-commissioned pieces of music.

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Why TikTok sleuths descended on Nicola Bulley’s village

Marianna Spring goes to visits St Michael's on Wyre to try to understand the scale of the social media frenzy.

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Former US President Jimmy Carter to receive hospice care

The former US president will "spend his remaining time at home with his family", the Carter Center said.

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Asylum hotel disorder: Demonstrations held in Liverpool

Hundreds attend a rally in support of refugees after violence outside a hotel housing asylum seekers.

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Friday, 17 February 2023

The Papers: 'Rebellion' on NI Brexit deal and gas at 18-month low

Rishi Sunak faces objections to plans for EU deal and energy prices in Europe have fallen dramatically.

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Judge praises Birmingham oil protesters' 'admirable aims'

The comments were made as seven Just Stop Oil members were sentenced for targeting a fuel terminal.

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Amazon calls staff back to office three days a week

The firm joins a slew of other companies that are tightening remote work rules.

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Manchester United: Sheikh Jassim confirms Qatari bid to buy Premier League club

Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad bin Jaber Al Thani, the chairman of one of Qatar's biggest banks, confirms a bid to buy Manchester United.

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Bus £2 fare cap extended for three months

The government support comes after warnings hundreds of services could be cut if funding ended.

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Thursday, 16 February 2023

Otter kills young beavers released at Loch Lomond

The two kits were part of a family of beavers moved from an area of Tayside.

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England 4-0 South Korea: Lionesses cruise to victory in Arnold Clark Cup opener

England's defence of their Arnold Clark Cup title gets off to the perfect start as they comfortably beat South Korea at Stadium MK.

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Barcelona 2-2 Manchester United: Marcus Rashford and Raphinha on target in thriller

Manchester United and Barcelona contest a thrilling first-leg draw at the Nou Camp to leave their Europa League play-off tie finely poised.

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Nigeria election 2023: The battle for Lagos

With seven million registered voters, Nigeria's biggest city could hold the keys to the presidential villa.

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Wednesday, 15 February 2023

Renting hell: My exhausting search to find a one-bed flat

Lorna Acquah's search to find a rental flat was filled with long queues, bidding wars and greasy kitchens.

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Borussia Dortmund 1-0 Chelsea: Blues haunted by scoring issues again

Chelsea produce a positive display against Borussia Dortmund but familiar issues in front goal come back to haunt them once again.

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Nicola Sturgeon says time is right to resign as first minister

The Scottish National Party leader is standing down as first minister after more than eight years.

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Raquel Welch: US actress and model dead at 82

Welch won a Golden Globe Award in 1974 for her performance in The Three Musketeers.

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Jeremy Corbyn: Starmer move flagrant attack on democracy

The former Labour leader attacks a decision to bar him from representing Labour at the next election.

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Tuesday, 14 February 2023

The Papers: 'UK to stand up to Putin' and Queen Consort's crown

Wednesday's papers look at the UK's response to Russian aggression and the Koh-i-Noor diamond.

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Erkin Tuniyaz: Chinese official cancels controversial UK visit

A group of MPs urged the government to block the Xinjiang governor's visit.

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AC Milan 1-0 Tottenham: Antonio Conte's side fall to narrow first-leg loss in last 16

Brahim Diaz scores the only goal to give AC Milan a 1-0 win in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie against Tottenham.

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Col Paris Davis: Black Vietnam veteran to finally receive Medal of Honor

US President Joe Biden personally calls retired Col Paris Davis after a wait of almost sixty years.

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King Charles hears emotional pleas for Turkey-Syria earthquake aid

The King is told about the earthquake "catastrophe" in Turkey and Syria by those who have lost family.

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Footage shows how van driver rammed police cars in M1 chase

Two police officers are injured after their car is forced into a barrier during the pursuit.

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Monday, 13 February 2023

The Papers: 'China security risk' and 'Couzens police failings'

Tuesday's papers focus on apparent spy balloons in the US, as well as the cost of living crisis.

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Lilt drink brand to be scrapped after 50 years and rebranded

Owner Coca Cola is rebranding the soft drink as Fanta Pineapple & Grapefruit.

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Ashley Dale: Two more men charged over woman shot dead in garden

Ashley Dale, 28, was found with a gunshot wound in a back garden in Liverpool on 21 August.

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Champions League final: Uefa 'responsible' for chaos before Liverpool v Real Madrid in Paris

Uefa bears "primary responsibility" for the chaotic scenes before last year's Champions League final, an independent review has found.

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Police hunt 200,000 Creme Eggs stolen in Telford

Officers bid to "save Easter" by tracking down the seasonal chocolate valued at about £40,000.

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Sunday, 12 February 2023

The Papers: PM faces 'sewage rebellion' and spy balloon review

Action over so-called spy balloons and sewage in UK rivers feature on Monday's front pages.

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Turkey earthquake: Man rescued after six days under rubble

A man is rescued after spending nearly a week under the rubble in Antakya

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Mars Wrigley factory fined after two workers fall into chocolate vat

Two workers were rescued when a hole was cut in the bottom of a partly-full Mars Wrigley chocolate tank.

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Brianna Ghey: Boy and girl arrested over Warrington park stabbing

A 15-year-old boy and girl are being held on suspicion of murdering a 16-year-old girl in Warrington.

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New Zealand storm Gabrielle: Tense wait as ex-cyclone moves over North Island

Some people have been told to evacuate there homes and the worst weather is expected on Monday.

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Cardiff: Mosque sets up collection after earthquakes

Volunteers come together for a clothing drive, with donations to be sent to north-west Syria.

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Saturday, 11 February 2023

Disabled woman made 1,000 calls for Ed Sheeran tickets

Why is it still so hard for disabled people to have easy online access to event tickets in 2023?

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Namibia baby abandonment law: 'I wanted someone to take better care of my son'

Namibia no longer prosecutes women who abandon their babies but not everyone is aware of the new law.

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The Papers: 'Secret' Brexit summit and GPs 'won't see you now'

A cross-party summit on Brexit is among a mix of stories on the front of Sunday's papers.

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Brit Awards 2023: Harry Styles steals the show with four wins

"I'm aware of my privilege tonight," Styles said, naming women who missed out on artist of the year.

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US aircraft shoots down new airborne object over Canada

It comes after the US shot down an aerial object off the coast of Alaska on Friday.

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Brit Awards 2023: The eclectic outfits turning heads on the red carpet

From Harry Styles's giant corsage to Lizzo's gold ruffles - there were plenty of head-turning outfits.

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Friday, 10 February 2023

The Papers: 'Someone knows something' and 'childcare giveaway'

The ongoing search for 45-year-old Nicola Bulley leads many of Saturday's papers.

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Narcocorridos: Mexico's bloody drug ballads have American ears tingling

A genre likened to gangster rap revels in the cartel wars and has listeners divided on its merits.

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15 homes, just three survivors - the community lost under one Turkish apartment block

A window with a butterfly print curtain is the first clue in a story about loss in a devastating quake.

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Turkey earthquake: The children whose names have been erased

One Turkish hospital is now a hub for unidentified children whose parents are dead or untraceable.

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Ian Lavery: Ex-Labour Party chairman faces questions over tax affairs

Ian Lavery says he "does not owe a single penny" in tax and has never paid a penalty to HMRC.

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Fighter jets for Ukraine: The challenges of giving warplanes to Kyiv

Ukraine wants Western jets to help fight Russia, but using them effectively could be difficult.

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Thursday, 9 February 2023

Tryweryn: The man who bombed a dam to save his village

Owain Williams bombed a dam in a bid to stop the drowning of his village Capel Celyn.

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The Papers: Raab's 'high standards' and 'Nicola cops search sea'

Changes to the Church of England, Dominic Raab's defence and Burt Bacharach's death lead the papers.

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Turkey-Syria earthquake: Freezing weather adds to despair as quake toll passes 20,000

The UN calls for aid workers to get more resources and warns the full extent of the disaster is still unfolding.

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Turkey-Syria earthquake: Thousands offer to adopt baby pulled from the rubble

The baby girl was rescued from a collapsed building in Syria, but her mother died after the birth.

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Burt Bacharach: 12 of the legendary composer's greatest songs

The late composer was behind classics like I Say a Little Prayer, Walk On By and The Look of Love.

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Donald Trump back on Facebook and Instagram

The former US president's feeds, which have tens of millions of followers, have been restored.

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Wednesday, 8 February 2023

Newspaper headlines: 'Give us wings for freedom' and 'UK warns Putin'

Volodymyr Zelensky's surprise visit to the UK and his appeal for fighter jets lead the front pages.

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Turkey quake: President Erdogan accepts some problems with response

Recep Tayyip Erdogan defends the government's response as Syria struggles to get much needed aid.

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Sunderland 2-3 Fulham: Cottagers win to set up fifth-round tie with Leeds United

Goals from Harry Wilson, Andreas Pereira and Layvin Kurzawa see Fulham past Sunderland in a lively FA Cup fourth-round replay.

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Nicola Bulley: Dive team pull out as search extended

Divers say Nicola Bulley is "categorically not" in the section of river where police think she fell.

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The clues in the State of the Union that suggest Joe Biden will run for president in 2024

His address carried hints at what a re-election bid may look like, our North America editor says.

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Former X Factor star Katie Waissel welcomes extra support for TV contestants

Katie Waissel says she had a "horrifying" experience during and after being on The X Factor in 2010.

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Tuesday, 7 February 2023

Public Order Bill: Peers defeat plans to curb protest disruption

The government suffered a series of heavy defeats to its Public Order Bill in the House of Lords.

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Turkey earthquake: What are UK charities doing to help?

A range of charities are trying to help with things such as medical aid, shelter and food.

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Turkey earthquake: Mexico sends its famed search and rescue dogs

Quake-prone Mexico has expert teams of humans and canines specialised in searching through rubble.

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Turkey earthquake: Bodies in street after quake as anger grows over aid

The death toll in Turkey continues to rise as survivors struggle to find shelter and support.

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Monday, 6 February 2023

Chris Mason: Sunak's backseat-driving former prime ministers

Rishi Sunak has a minibus full of predecessors who could end up as backseat drivers - with Liz Truss the latest to lurch towards the wheel.

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Turkey earthquake: Dramatic moments from first quake on video

Verified footage on social media from the moments the earthquake struck Turkey and Syria on Sunday morning.

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Coronation official playlist picks golden oldies

The government puts out its Coronation song choices, but takes down a Dizzee Rascal track.

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UK rescue workers heading to Turkey after quake

Search specialists with equipment and trained dogs will contribute to an international response.

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Nissan warns costs must fall to make new electric cars in UK

A senior boss at the car company says the UK faces challenges to be competitive with other countries.

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Sunday, 5 February 2023

Biggest-ever round of NHS strikes gets under way

Ambulance staff and nurses walk out on Monday with further strikes to follow this week.

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HIV testing: Free do-it-at home kit offered in England

The kit is small enough to fit through a letterbox and arrives in plain packaging through the post.

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Epsom College head found dead with husband and daughter, 7

The head of a private school in Surrey has been found dead along with her husband and seven-year-old daughter.

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Grammy Awards 2023: Viola Davis becomes an EGOT

The star is only the 18th person to win each of an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award.

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Pope and protestant leaders denounce anti-gay laws

Pope Francis said laws which criminalise homosexuality were a sin and "an injustice".

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China balloon: US searches in Atlantic for wreckage

The US is trying recover debris from the suspected spy balloon that fell in shallow waters off South Carolina.

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Saturday, 4 February 2023

'Now I deliver food, but once I played football for my country'

Poulami Adhikari played in India's under-16 team, but had to stop when her family fell on hard times.

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The papers: Truss 'never given a chance' and 'zero chance' of meeting hospital pledge

Liz Truss's first account of her time as PM and questions over new hospitals being built lead the front pages.

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Liz Truss: I was never given 'realistic chance' to enact tax-cuts

The ex-PM's comments are the first detailed remarks she has made since she was forced out of No 10.

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Energy firms given Tuesday deadline for prepayment meter action

Business Secretary Grant Shapps said energy firms need to refocus their efforts on customers who had prepayment meters forcibly installed

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Lib Dems call for higher pay for social care staff

Sir Ed Davey says a higher minimum wage for the sector would help prevent an "exodus" to better paid jobs.

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Nurses offer to call off strikes in England if Sunak makes fresh pay offer

The head of the UK's biggest nursing union tells the PM "meaningful offers" could avert strike action.

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Homes evacuated after security scare in Derbyshire town

A man is arrested on suspicion of explosive offences after "suspicious items" were found, police say.

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Giant wave overturns yacht during dramatic US rescue

Video shows the vessel capsizing in rough Pacific seas as the man on board is rescued.

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Friday, 3 February 2023

Musk found not guilty of fraud over Tesla tweet

Tesla boss Elon Musk is cleared of fraud charges over a tweet about taking the carmaker private.

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Sailors treated over contaminated water on warship

It is believed the incident was caused by the wrong chemical being added to drinking water.

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Turkey's Erdogan still fighting for power after 20 years

Profile of Recep Tayyip Erdogan, who faces a strong challenge to his leadership in May elections.

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Andrew Tate: Influencer threatened workers with violence, victim claims

The alleged victim claims Andrew Tate forced workers to raise €10,000 a month on social media platforms.

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Sam Smith 'truly overwhelmed' by number one album Gloria

The 30-year-old singer scores their third number one album, thanking fans for supporting them.

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Inside the Happy Valley house

As the final series draws to a close, the BBC gets a glimpse of the real life house of the Cawood clan.

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Thursday, 2 February 2023

'A blood test saved my life' says young cancer patient

Research from Teenage Cancer Trust suggests many 18-24 year-olds don't know the five major things to look for.

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The Papers: Economy to 'stagnate' and Shell profits 'obscene'

The latest economic forecast from the Bank of England and record profits by Shell lead many of Friday's papers.

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US tracking suspected Chinese surveillance balloon

Pentagon officials say they have decided against blowing the alleged spy craft out of the sky - for now.

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Argentina unveils new 2,000-peso banknote as inflation bites

The new 2,000-peso note comes after the country's annual inflation rate soared to 95% last year.

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EDF suspends forced prepayment meter installations

The move comes after British Gas was heavily criticised for practices around installing prepayment meters.

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Natalie McNally: Stephen McCullagh charged with murder of pregnant woman

A livestream of Stephen McCullagh playing games at the time of death was pre-recorded, a court hears.

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Wednesday, 1 February 2023

Manchester United 2-0 Nottingham Forest (5-0 on agg): United to play Newcastle in Carabao Cup final

Manchester United ease past Nottingham Forest in the Carabao Cup semi-final to book a 1999 Wembley rematch with Newcastle.

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Pope Francis in DR Congo: A million celebrate Kinshasa Mass

This is said to be the second largest Mass Pope Francis has held, after one in the Philippines in 2015.

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Nikki Haley poised to enter 2024 presidential race

The former UN ambassador will reportedly announce a presidential run at an event on 15 February.

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Gareth Thomas: No HIV legal action regrets - rugby star's ex

Gareth Thomas's former partner says the settlement has brought closure following his HIV diagnosis.

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HSBC staff get a uniform of jumpsuits and jeans

The shift to casual wear for the bank's UK branch staff comes after BA unveiled jumpsuits for cabin crew.

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Woman charged with stalking McCann family

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