Oldham Coliseum: Historic theatre stages final act after funding cut

The final curtain falls on the Oldham Coliseum after it had its Arts Council England funding removed.

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Hormone replacement therapy and menopause: What you need to know about HRT

HRT can help with menopausal symptoms. If you're thinking about taking it, here's what you need to consider.

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Trump will not appear in court in handcuffs - lawyer

The former US president is to fly from Florida and turn himself in while surrounded by federal agents.

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Norway avalanches: Tourists among four killed in north of country

In the deadliest incident, a house and barn were swept into the sea on the island of Reinøya.

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South Yorkshire PC jailed for taking photo of teenager's breasts

Paul Hinchcliffe's victims tells a court the officer's actions destroyed her trust in the police.

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Andrew Tate and brother to be released into house arrest

A Romanian appeals court orders the Tates and two associates to stay in the buildings where they live.

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Donald Trump indictment: Ex-US president to be charged over hush money

Mr Trump, the first serving or former US president to face a criminal charge, denies wrongdoing.

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Gwyneth Paltrow ski-crash jury deliberates over who crashed into whom

The highly-watched trial draws to a close as the jury decides who crashed into whom

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Bafta Game Awards: God of War wins six but Vampire Survivors takes top prize

God of War: Ragnarok takes the most prizes, but Vampire Survivors is the surprise best game winner.

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Austria's far-right walks out of Zelensky speech

The politicians left behind placards on their desks that read "space for neutrality".

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Police wrestle growling alligator in Florida

Bodycam footage shows the moment an officer pounces on the reptile in the streets of Tampa.

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Ministers given new guidance on WhatsApp use

It follows concerns over use of the messaging app for government business during the pandemic.

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The Americans who have lived through multiple mass shootings

This week's shooting in Nashville has highlighted the small cohort of people in the US who have been caught up in multiple mass shootings.

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Council tax would be frozen for a year, Labour propose as campaign launches

Sir Keir Starmer says the tax could be kept at its current rate with an expanded windfall tax on energy firms.

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'Power up Britain' plan targets emissions and costs

Ministers say the UK should have Europe's cheapest electricity by 2050, but critics call plans a "rehash".

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Paul O'Grady: How Lily Savage defied police who raided a pub with rubber gloves

O'Grady was preparing to go on stage in 1987 when a police officer burst into his dressing room.

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Climate change: Is the UK on track to meet its targets?

The government has until the end of March to come up with a revised net zero strategy.

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Migration dilemma leaves Rishi Sunak confronting an expensive mess

Critics of the government say a legacy of asylum mismanagement means problems are stacking up.

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Watch: King Charles speaking German in Berlin

The King joked with his hosts as he impressed with his language skills at a lavish banquet.

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'It's tougher than ever to be a comedian'

Stand-ups share what it is like to make a living - and make people laugh - amid a cost of living crisis.

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Not detaining child migrants creates pull factor - Sunak

The prime minister argues plans to detain and deport families and minors will help reduce small boat crossings.

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Prince Harry accuses Associated Newspapers of 'criminality'

The Duke of Sussex is bringing a legal case alongside six other claimants, including Sir Elton John.

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Labour could require solar panels for new builds, hints Ed Miliband

Shadow climate secretary Ed Miliband said a "rooftop revolution" could help meet climate targets.

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Elon Musk: Twitter boss announces blue tick shake-up

Only paying users will have their content recommended and be allowed to vote in polls from 15 April.

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Inside Britain's biggest sewer under London's River Thames

The new tunnel under the River Thames in London is 25km long was built at a cost of almost £5bn.

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Lebanon crisis: The Syrian refugees recycling to stay alive

Companies pay tiny amounts for recyclable waste in Beirut. Deiri Fayyad dives into bins to find it.

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The Papers: Fight for union and 'crackdown on party houses'

Tuesday's newspapers include the new SNP leader and the government's anti-social behaviour crackdown.

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Can Humza Yousaf unite the SNP?

Humza Yousaf faces several challenges as he takes over as SNP leader and Scotland's first minister.

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NFT: Plans for Royal Mint produced token dropped by government

Plans for a government-backed digital token, ordered to be created by Rishi Sunak, have been axed.

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Israel protests: PM Netanyahu delays legal reforms after day of strikes

His proposed changes provoked an outpouring of anger from nearly all parts of Israeli society.

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Strike brings Germany's public transport network to halt

The 24-hour walkout is one of the largest the country has experienced in decades.

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Do fewer but bigger infrastructure projects, government told

National Infrastructure Commission says major objectives have stuttered and progress is "off track".

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The Papers: 'Crunch vote on small boats' and laughing gas ban

Monday's papers lead on the return of the Illegal Migration Bill and the government's nitrous oxide ban.

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Mississippi tornado: 'My uncle's trailer was flattened - he was inside'

The BBC heard harrowing stories from residents in Mississippi as they stood amongst the ruins of their home.

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Ukraine war: Drone downed over Russia, Moscow says

Kyiv has dismissed previous claims that it has attacked Russian civilian targets with explosive drones.

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Antonio Conte: Tottenham manager leaves after 16 months in charge

Manager Antonio Conte leaves Tottenham after 16 months in charge and his dismissal comes after he called the Spurs players "selfish".

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Israel defence minister fired in legal reform row

Yoav Gallant is sacked by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after opposing the controversial shake-up.

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Sniffing body odour is tested as an anxiety therapy

Researchers say it may help trigger calming brain pathways and are putting their theory to the test.

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'God, guns and Trump': Thousands turn out for Texas rally

As Donald Trump stares down a potential arrest, it is business as usual at his campaign rally.

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Plans to house migrants on ferries to be announced

The government has previously signalled it wants to end the practice of housing people in hotels.

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Andrew Lloyd Webber's son Nicholas dies aged 43

The composer says his family is "totally bereft" by the loss of his Grammy-nominated son Nick.

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Halt Israel legal reform, urges defence minister

Yoav Gallant's call comes as Israelis opposed to the changes hold further nationwide mass rallies.

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Police probe Alison Hammond blackmail claims

Inquiries move "swiftly" following allegations the This Morning presenter has been targeted.

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The Papers: 'Turmoil in France' and King's royal tour 'axed'

Saturday's papers lead on protests in France and the King's cancelled meeting with Emmanuel Macron.

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Record revenue for staff agencies supplying NHS

Companies thrive as the health service struggles with staffing gaps and increased patient demand.

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Cladding: More firms sign post-Grenfell fire safety contract

The agreement commits firms to spending £2bn on repairs to buildings with unsafe cladding or other issues.

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Firms hit back at Bank governor in prices row

Wetherspoon boss Tim Martin says bank managers are "breathing down the neck" of business owners.

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Claude Lorius: Pioneering French climate change scientist dies aged 91

His expeditions to Antarctica helped prove that humans were responsible for global warming.

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TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew's Congress showdown: Five key moments

Tech executives don't get an easy ride before Congress, but Shou Zi Chew's hearing was exceptionally bruising.

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Iraq war 20 years on: 'I lost my leg, but I'd do it again'

Two decades on from the invasion, UK Armed Forces veterans reflect on how the Iraq war changed them.

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'Yes or no?' US politicians grill TikTok boss

The TikTok CEO faced US lawmakers during a Congressional hearing on the app's practices.

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Prince William praises Ukrainian refugees' resilience on Poland trip

The Prince of Wales met Ukrainians who have fled the war on the second day of his visit to Poland.

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Immigration fuels Canada's largest population growth of over 1 million

The unprecedented surge in numbers is largely due to immigration, the government says.

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Watch moment Australian police swoop on secret drugs flight

The plane carried 52kg of meth from PNG to Australia with flight monitoring switched off in an effort to avoid detection.

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What is the Bank of England and why does it change interest rates?

The Bank of England has been putting up interest rates in an attempt to curb rising inflation.

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TikTok's US future at stake as boss faces Congress showdown

The video-sharing app's chief executive will testify to US lawmakers in a much-anticipated grilling.

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Lindsay Lohan and Jake Paul hit with SEC charges over crypto scheme

Stars including Lindsay Lohan failed to disclose they were paid to promote cryptocurrencies, the SEC says.

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Coppola Jr becomes film family's latest star, with viral TikTok clip

The next generation in the famous film-making dynasty inadvertently becomes a social media star.

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Partygate: MPs test Boris Johnson's claims he did not lie to Parliament

Boris Johnson is grilled by MPs over his claims he did not deliberately lie to Parliament.

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Chris Mason: 'Box set Boris Johnson' is pure political theatre

The PM before last was never likely to gently fade out and disappear, writes the BBC's political editor.

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The struggle to find a home in a picture-postcard village

Some people have spent years trying to find an affordable property in part of the Scottish Highlands.

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The Papers: 'D-day' for Johnson as he gets 'ready for battle'

Wednesday's papers lead on Boris Johnson giving evidence later in a televised hearing on partygate.

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The timeline of Boris Johnson’s Partygate statements in House of Commons

Mr Johnson is to face questions from the Privileges Committee on Wednesday, in a televised hearing.

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Boris Johnson Partygate inquiry: The key clashes to expect

The former PM faces a several hour-long grilling by MPs over claims he misled Parliament.

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The WhatsApp messages that complicate Johnson's defence

Boris Johnson claims his Downing Street colleagues thought rules were being followed.

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Olivia Colman: ‘If only Miss Havisham had a therapist’

The actress, starring in a new BBC adaptation of Great Expectations, on why she thinks it's relevant to modern Britain.

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The Papers: Rotten Met and 'trial of Boris Johnson' begins

Tuesday's papers lead with the Met Police being deemed "institutionally racist, misogynistic and homophobic".

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Ukraine says Russian missiles destroyed in Crimea

If confirmed as a Ukrainian attack, it would be a rare foray into the occupied region.

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The 'dear' friendship of Xi and Putin... in 62 seconds

As Putin welcomes Xi to Moscow, the BBC examines the relationship between the two world leaders.

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Jeffrey Epstein banks to face sex trafficking case

A US court says the banks must face claims they enabled the deceased financier's sex trafficking.

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Five things we've learned from UN climate report

BBC environment correspondent Matt McGrath outlines the key takeaways from the latest IPCC report.

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Are romance authors at risk from book-writing chatbots?

As AI-powered chatbots can now write fiction, human authors may have unwanted competition.

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The Papers: Boris dossier and judges 'to back down' on Rwanda

The papers lead with European courts looking at the Rwanda plan and Boris Johnson's Partygate defence.

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UBS agrees to rescue deal for troubled bank Credit Suisse

The deal, backed by the Swiss government, follows weekend-long talks aimed at preventing the bank's collapse.

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Car gets wedged outside historic Bath hotel

The car became stuck by the basement windows of the Francis Hotel in the early hours of Sunday.

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Norfolk council sorry for wrongly telling man he is dead

Stuart Dobson says he was both surprised and distressed when his local council told him he had died.

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Car-charging and dog hotels: Seven perks to lure you to the office

Companies are trying a variety of incentives to lure staff back to the office.

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Weight-loss: Are injections the answer to tackling obesity?

The appeal is clear - but should we be turning to appetite-suppressing injections?

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French pension reforms: Is Macron's government doomed by crisis?

No-confidence motions face the Macron government as it tries to force its unpopular changes into law.

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Southern Ecuador earthquake kills at least 12

A strong earthquake off Ecuador's southern coast left people trapped in collapsed houses.

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William Hill: Gambling addict says bookmaker didn't help him stop

A teacher says William Hill should have done more to stop him betting when he was staking thousands.

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RAF Scampton: Historians pen letter against WW2 airfield migrant plan

A group of historians pen a letter saying RAF Scampton shoud not be used to house asylum seekers.

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Six Nations 2023: Ireland 29-16 England - Irish seal Grand Slam in Dublin

Ireland win their fourth Grand Slam as they wear down 14-man England in a tense Six Nations finale in Dublin.

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Novak Djokovic: World number one will not play at Miami Open after being denied entry to US

World number one Novak Djokovic has failed in his bid to play at next week's Miami Open after being denied entry to the United States.

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The Papers: Passport strike and arrest warrant for Putin

A walkout by staff at the Passport Office and Putin being accused of war crimes lead Saturday's papers.

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Queen's gallantry awards recognise London Bridge attack heroes

Five of the civilian commendations go to men who confronted the London Bridge attacker in 2019.

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Will Vladimir Putin ever face a war crimes trial?

Despite the charges against him at the Hague, the chances of a prosecution for Ukraine war crimes are slim.

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Jacqueline Gold: the woman who brought sex to the High Street

Jacqueline Gold, whose death was announced on Friday, changed the lives of women at home and at work.

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Met Police: Sir Stephen House to be investigated over alleged rape comments

It is claimed Sir Stephen House described the bulk of rape complaints as "regretful sex".

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Hemsby: How many other communities are at risk of erosion?

What can be done to protect coastal communities at risk of being swallowed up by the sea?

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The Papers: NHS pay deal and 'Banks try to reassure investors'

A deal that would give health workers a 5% rise and ongoing turmoil in the markets lead the papers.

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Metropolitan Police expected to be heavily criticised for being racist, sexist and homophobic in report

The BBC understands the report will criticise the Met's tolerance of wrongdoing within its ranks.

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Chris Kaba family concerned about watchdog resignations

Chris Kaba, 24, was shot dead by a Met Police officer and the police watchdog is investigating.

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Breast cancer gene linked to Orkney islands

A gene variant known to increase the risk of breast cancer has been found in people with Orkney heritage.

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More than half of England's schools disrupted by strikes

Teachers walked out for two days this week in their long-running dispute over a fully-funded pay rise.

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Chris Mason: Pension perks likely next political flashpoint

The end of the cap on tax-free pension savings could yet prove totemic, writes our political editor.

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Vote to be held on eradicating all Uist estate's deer

A call for a cull in South Uist follows concerns about the spread of Lyme disease from infected deer ticks.

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Amir Khan: CCTV of gunpoint robbery shown to court

The former world boxing champion was forced to hand over his bespoke £72,000 watch in the footage.

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Watch: How the Budget day unfolded

The Chancellor delivered his first budget and presented the government's plans for spending and taxation.

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Budget 2023: Jeremy Hunt insists plans will get people back to work

Jeremy Hunt tells the BBC his plans will kick start growth, but Labour says the UK economy is stagnating under the Tories.

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'I may still have to move back in with my parents'

Young people tell the BBC what they think of the help announced in the Spring Budget.

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Christine McGuinness: I was sexually abused, like so many autistic women

The model and TV personality speaks about the impact autism has had on her life.

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The Papers: 'Back to work budget' and 'Russia downs US drone'

Previews of Wednesday's Budget and the reported downing of a US drone over the Black Sea lead the papers.

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OpenAI announces ChatGPT successor GPT-4

The fourth version of the AI chatbot can process both images and text.

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Budget: Jeremy Hunt to announce expansion of free childcare support

A scheme providing 30 hours of free childcare is expected to be expanded to cover one and two-year-olds in the Budget.

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Chelmsford murderer returns to scene and talks to police

Marek Hecko is filmed on a body cam saying he knows what happened and "this city is mine".

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Costa Titch death: South African rapper 'wanted to hit next level'

The rapper - who died after collapsing on stage - had plans to take things to "a whole new level".

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Theresa May says asylum plan won't solve illegal migration issue

The former PM says modern slavery victims will be "collateral damage" under new government proposals.

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Phyllida Barlow: Renowned British sculptor dies aged 78

The Newcastle-born artist had a long career teaching art before her breakthrough.

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SNP leadership race: The party members deciding the next first minister

As voting opens in the SNP leadership race, we spoke to party members at hustings in Glasgow.

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How the Match of the Day row played out... in 90 seconds

A walkout by Match of the Day staff saw the show go out with no commentary or pundits this weekend.

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Save Our Wild Isles, urge wildlife charities

Three of the biggest conservation charities team up to try and halt the destruction of nature in UK.

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The Papers: Lineker 'to return' to TV and bank collapse

The front pages continue to reflect the impartiality row at the BBC, and the government's response to Silicon Valley Bank collapse.

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Good Friday Agreement: PM to invite Joe Biden to NI for 25th anniversary

President affirmed US government's support for Belfast Agreement at a St Patrick's Day event in 2022.

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Rishi Sunak announces £5bn extra defence spending during US trip

The spending boost is included in a new UK foreign and security strategy to be published on Monday.

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Silicon Valley Bank: Offer made for UK arm of failed US lender

It comes as the government and Bank of England scramble to protect customers after Silicon Valley Bank collapsed.

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Israel: Protesters take to streets in one of the biggest protests in its history

Protests against plans for a radical overhaul of the judicial system have been running for 10 weeks.

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John Swinney backs Humza Yousaf in SNP leadership race

Deputy First Minister John Swinney is the most senior party figure to endorse the health secretary.

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Budget 2023: Universal credit claimants to get more childcare cost help

The announcement in next week's Budget is part of government plans to encourage people back to work.

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Cheltenham stabbing: Man held under Terrorism Act

The man was first held on suspicion of attempted murder after the attack outside a leisure centre.

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Northern Ireland snow: Rare 'snow rollers' spotted in County Down

It may look like the result of someone having fun in the snow, but these rollers occur naturally.

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Manchester Arena: Ex-bomb suspect regained citizenship in MI5 U-turn

Security services no longer suspect Mohammed Soliman helped plan the Manchester Arena attack.

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Silicon Valley Bank: Regulators take over as failure raises fears

Regulators take over Silicon Valley Bank as the collapse raises wider fears about the banking sector.

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The Papers: BBC faces 'revolt' over Lineker as stars walk out

Gary Lineker dominates Saturday's front pages after the BBC suspended the Match of the Day star in a row over impartiality.

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Mason: Can UK - French bromance help stop the boats?

The PM is staking his reputation on resolving the issue of migrants crossing the Channel.

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Italy migrants: Hundreds in trouble off Calabria coast

Rescue efforts are under way near the scene of a shipwreck in which dozens of migrants died last month.

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Campaigners slam government river bathing decision

Just one river included in government's proposal for new designated swimming sites

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Hamburg shooting: Police spoke to gunman weeks before attack

He co-operated with officers and there was not enough grounds to take away his gun, police say.

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Robert Blake, actor who was once tried for murder, dies at 89

The Hollywood actor's long career was overshadowed by accusations that he murdered his wife.

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The Papers: 'Huge Shambles 2' and nuclear plant luck 'will run out'

Delays to the HS2 rail project and a power cut at Ukraine's largest nuclear plant lead the papers.

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Rishi Sunak to push Emmanuel Macron on efforts to stop small boat crossings

However, the two men are not expected to reach a deal on returning migrants to France.

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UN buys huge ship to avert catastrophic oil spill off Yemen

The vessel will head to Yemen and remove 1.1m barrels of oil from a stricken tanker in the Red Sea.

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Asda lifts limits on some fresh produce

Many supermarkets put restrictions on sales of some fresh produce amidst supply shortages.

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Tucker Carlson, Donald Trump and the in-fighting at Fox News

A defamation lawsuit has pulled back the curtain on the inner workings of Fox News.

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The Papers: Foreign workers drive and Lilibet becomes princess

Plans to attract workers from abroad and the christening of the Sussexes' daughter lead the papers.

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Elle Edwards: Three arrests in connection with fatal shooting at pub

Elle Edwards, 26, was shot in the head while celebrating with friends at a pub on Christmas Eve.

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Nicola Bulley: Man, 34, arrested over police scene footage

Man is held on suspicion of malicious communications offences and perverting the course of justice.

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Army urged to stop giving out ceremonial daggers as gifts after murders

A coroner writes to the defence secretary after a veteran used his retirement gift to kill a couple.

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Rishi Sunak: Why PM will not find it easy to stop boat crossings

Will new legislation aimed at cutting numbers crossing the Channel have an impact?

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Watch as car crashes into cafe during podcast recording

"It's so quiet in here," the host says as an out-of-control car swerves into shot behind him.

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The haters and conspiracy theorists back on Twitter

A BBC Monitoring investigation has found hundreds of reinstated accounts on Twitter promoting abuse and misinformation.

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The Papers: Sunak 'lays down law' and Lineker's 'Nazi jibe'

The government's asylum plans and Gary Lineker's comparison of them to 30s Germany lead the papers.

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SNP rivals set out indyref2 plans in TV debate

Kate Forbes, Humza Yousaf and Ash Regan clash in the first SNP leadership TV debate.

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Two fans die in crush after GloRilla concert in Rochester, New York

Grammy-nominated rapper GloRilla, who was performing, says she is "devastated and heartbroken".

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Pupils missing school on Fridays as parents are at home, MPs told

"Huge" school absences when "mum and dad are at home", England's children's commissioner says.

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France braces for pension reform strikes

Most train and metro services are cancelled and many schools will close on the sixth day of strikes.

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Egypt archaeology: Dig unearths smiling mini-sphinx which may represent Claudius

The artefact found in the Hathor Temple is thought to represent the Roman Emperor Claudius.

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The Papers: Law to stop small boats and Johnson 'to make dad a Sir'

Plans to end migrant Channel crossings and claims the ex-PM wants his father to be knighted lead the papers.

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Scottish Prison Service faces first UK prosecution for corporate homicide

Police are asked to examine whether Scotland's prison service has corporate responsibility over the death of Allan Marshall.

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Bangladesh fire: Thousands shelterless after blaze at Rohingya camp

The crowded refugee camp in Bangladesh was home to thousands who had fled violence in neighbouring Myanmar.

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Oscars 2023: Tackling male grief with gallows humour in An Irish Goodbye

The short film contender sees two brothers reunite as they try to come to terms with their mum's death.

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Two-year wait or £3K for cataract op - patients opt for private

Long waits for surgery mean more people are using savings or loans to pay for private treatment.

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Crash Landing On You: What binds the magnificent worlds of K-dramas and Bollywood

It's tempting to draw comparisons between the two styles - but how similar are they?

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'I skip university lectures to do paid work instead'

Heidi is one of many students who say the rising cost of living is affecting their studies.

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Mum's warning after uterine cancer mistaken for periods

Kelly Pendry's symptoms were initially dismissed as normal post-pregnancy periods.

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From Afghan TV fame to a US factory floor

Adjusting to life in America is difficult for Afghan women who used to be journalists.

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Eurovision 2023: When is it and how do you get tickets?

The Eurovision Song Contest will be broadcast live from Liverpool on 13 May.

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Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden: 'I was seen as a risk'

Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden on navigating the industry while managing Crohn's disease.

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King's Coronation: Pubs to stay open longer in England and Wales

People in England and Wales will get served for an extra two hours to mark King Charles III's coronation.

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Paris St-Germain 4-2 Nantes: Kylian Mbappe scores club-record goal as Ligue 1 leaders win

Kylian Mbappe scores a club-record 201st goal for Paris St-Germain in an entertaining win over Nantes in Ligue 1.

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Harry: I feared losing memories of mum during therapy

The Duke of Sussex says he showers his children with affection to avoid passing on "traumas" from his past.

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Xi Jinping is unveiling a new deputy - why it matters

The incumbent premier Li Keqiang will give way to a Xi loyalist at an annual meeting of lawmakers.

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Matt Hancock's reaction to photo of kiss with aide revealed in text leak

The former health secretary asked if another minister could emphasise that "no rules have been broken", leaked messages show.

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Sacred coronation oil will be animal-cruelty free

A new version of sacred oil to be used at the King's coronation has been consecrated in Jerusalem.

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Why Alex Murdaugh was spared the death penalty

People have been sentenced to death for less than this double murder, the judge told the convicted killer.

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Joe Biden had cancerous skin lesion removed, White House says

The US president's doctor says all cancerous tissue was successfully removed in February.

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Dover: Three lifeboats launched after fire breaks out on ferry

The Isle of Innisfree was sailing to France when fire broke out in its engine room, Irish Ferries says.

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Disgraced ex-lawyer Alex Murdaugh sentenced to life in prison

A judge calls the double murder case "one of the most troubling" as he hands down two life sentences.

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Scottish teachers call off strikes after pay offer

Unions suspend further strike action while members are consulted on an improved pay deal.

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Robotaxi tech improves but can they make money?

Despite setbacks, robotaxi services from Cruise and Waymo are making progress, but will they make money?

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Ros Atkins on... The creeping TikTok bans

The app has been banned from employee phones by various governments amid security concerns.

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Florida resident dies from brain-eating amoeba

Officials suspect the victim was infected after rinsing their nasal sinuses with public tap water.

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Energy firms expect bill help to continue in April

Sources in the energy industry say some firms have already priced in support for bills continuing.

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Matt Hancock Isabel Oakeshott WhatsApp message row

The BBC's Jonathan Blake examines why the former health secretary's Covid communications are in the spotlight.

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Caledonian Sleeper rail service to be nationalised

Scotland's transport minister says an arm's length company will take over the franchise on 25 June.

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500 Words: BBC Breakfast to relaunch children's writing competition

500 Words is set to return this year, with the backing of the Queen Consort and Sir Lenny Henry.

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Send: Special educational needs children in England to receive more help

Earlier diagnoses and more special school places are part of reforms to England's system of support.

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Iran: Dozens of schoolgirls taken to hospital after new gas poisonings

At least 26 schools in five cities are affected by another wave of apparent toxic gas attacks.

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Poor families more resourceful in past, says top Tory Lee Anderson

Deputy party chair Lee Anderson says "our garden was our foodbank" when he grew up in a mining town.

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Jacob Rees-Mogg had Covid test couriered to his home, texts suggest

Messages leaked to the Telegraph appear to show Matt Hancock's adviser helped send the test in 2020.

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