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Archive for February 2023
Two trains collide near the city of Larissa, killing at least 15 people and injuring dozens.
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Deadly train collision near Greek city of Larissa
TikToker Pavlina has had a re-education in Wales after mistakenly thinking it was in England.
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How Wales-England gaffe sparked trip for Canadian TikToker
Some 33,000 civil servants will join 100,000 of their colleagues taking strike action on 15 March.
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More civil servants to strike on Budget day
A drone that crashed in the Moscow region was targeting infrastructure, the regional governor said.
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Drone crash near Moscow was failed attack, governor says
Opposition parties condemn the election as a sham, with Bola Tinubu on 39% of votes counted so far.
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Nigeria election results 2023: Bola Tinubu takes strong lead over Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi
The cabinet minister says the measure could help restore an "ethic of responsibility".
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Cut parents' benefits over school truancy, suggests Michael Gove
Walt Disney World's self-governing district is now under the control of Florida's governor.
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Florida governor takes over Disney World district
England manager Sarina Wiegman is named women's coach of the year at the 2022 Best Fifa Awards, while...
Best Fifa awards 2022: Sarina Wiegman and Alexia Putellas win major women's honours
A deal reached between the UK and the EU on the flow of goods to Northern Ireland leads the papers.
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The Papers: PM hails 'Brexit breakthrough' but 'tensions loom'
The suspension, from 14 March, comes after a Russian missile crossed Moldovan skies.
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Wizz Air to suspend Moldova flights over airspace safety
Twitter's CEO accused US media of racism after multiple newspapers dropped the popular cartoon.
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Elon Musk defends racist tirade by Dilbert creator Scott Adams
After Squid Game comes the hit survival-of-the-fittest reality show Physical 100.
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Physical 100: Are K-reality shows the next Korean cultural trend?
Beyoncé, Doja Cat and Sam Smith are some of the artists Ukrainian Ivan Frolov has designed for.
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Ukraine war: Designing oufits for Beyoncé and Smith Smith from Kyiv
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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NI Protocol: 'Final talks' due between Rishi Sunak and Ursula von der Leyen
Sir Keir Starmer says that without new policies, living standards will fall below those in eastern Europe.
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Labour says UK risks falling behind Poland
As rare talks were held in Jordan, a Palestinian gunman killed two Israelis in the occupied West Bank.
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Israel and Palestinians pledge to reduce violence
Police investigating attempted murder of Det Ch Insp John Caldwell given extension to question man,...
Omagh police shooting: Court extends detention of 43-year-old
The TV presenter says he hopes to return to work as soon as the swelling and bruising goes down.
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Dan Walker on bike accident: 'My whole body aches'
Mass power outages, flooding and the closures of motorways and beaches are reported in California.
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California storm wreaks havoc as snow hits LA
The deadly earthquakes in Turkey and Syria are having a devastating impact on people's mental health.
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Turkey earthquake: How survivors cope with trauma
She has accepted an apology from Sir Keir Starmer over the party's handling of antisemitism claims.
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Luciana Berger rejoins Labour Party after antisemitism apology
England heap more misery on troubled Wales with a scrappy Six Nations victory in Cardiff.
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Six Nations 2023: Wales 10-20 England - English triumph heaps misery on hosts
Russia and China refused to condemn Moscow's invasion at a meeting of finance ministers in India.
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G20 meeting deadlocked over calling out Ukraine war
Even the most cautious officials are whispering that this time an agreement could be in sight.
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Northern Ireland: Negotiators clear diaries as Brexit deal in sight
The West may come away unimpressed - but convincing them was never likely the main goal for Beijing.
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China and the Ukraine war: The real reason for Beijing's charm offensive
Ukraine's leader said the call for talks and a ceasefire showed Beijing was "preparing to take part".
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Ukraine war: Zelensky keen to meet Xi following China's peace plan
The money will go on operational costs like security and visas for the show, being held in Liverpool.
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Eurovision 2023: Government pledges £10m towards Liverpool song contest
Saturday's meeting between the King and Ursula von der Leyen has been cancelled due to operational reasons.
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King had planned to meet EU chief
There is no evidence bird flu will start spreading between people but experts are preparing for any...
Bird flu: UK health officials make contingency plans
Kent apple growers say rising costs mean they can no longer afford to continue growing the fruit.
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Britain's apple farmers issue food security warning
The Emmy-winning show's creator Jesse Armstrong says it feels like the right time for it to end.
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Succession: Show's creator announces show will end after fourth season
Many of Friday's papers reflect on the war in Ukraine on the anniversary of Russia's invasion and the...
The Papers: 'Ukraine's year of blood' and 'let them eat turnips'
Legendary commentator John Motson was "the voice of football" who "always got the mood and the occasion...
John Motson: Legendary commentator was a 'remarkable' character, says ex-England captain Gary Lineker
The resolution is approved by 141 countries, with just seven - including Russia - opposing it.
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Ukraine war: UN condemns Russian invasion ahead of anniversary
The performance comes on the heels of her solo Super Bowl halftime show earlier this month.
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Rihanna to perform Lift Me Up at the Oscars
The former film magnate is already serving a 23-year sentence after a similar conviction in New York.
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Disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein gets 16 more years in prison
The disgraced singer is sentenced to 20 years, but 19 will be served alongside an existing term.
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R. Kelly gets extra prison time after latest sex abuse conviction
More than 40 people have been killed in landslides which hit coastal towns in Brazil's São Paulo state.
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Brazil landslides: 'I knew most of the people buried'
The officer was shot at a sports centre - reportedly multiple times - in Omagh, County Tyrone.
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Omagh: Off-duty police officer shot
The Home Office is to scrap face-to-face interviews for asylum seekers from five countries.
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Asylum claims for 12,000 to be considered without face-to-face interview
On Tuesday President Putin said Moscow would suspend participation in the New Start treaty.
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Ukraine war: Big mistake for Russia to suspend nuclear arms treaty, Biden says
The image, shot from the plane cockpit, reportedly has "legendary status" within the Pentagon
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Selfie image shows US pilot flying over Chinese 'spy balloon'
Eric R. Holder, Jr. receives 60 years to life for the murder of the Grammy-nominated rapper in LA.
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Rapper Nipsey Hussle's killer Eric R Holder Jr gets 60 years in prison
More than 80 people also suffer bullet wounds after troops surround a house with militants inside.
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Eleven Palestinians killed during Israeli raid in Nablus
But the home secretary says she won't support any protocol deal that "sells out" Northern Ireland.
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Suella Braverman plays down resignation talk over Brexit
Wednesday's papers focus on the latest in the Ukraine conflict as well as UK supermarket shortages.
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Newspaper headlines: Putin 'rips up treaty' and fruit and veg rationing
New below-inflation pay rises are being recommended for nurses, teachers and police officers.
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Chris Mason: Government's view on public sector pay has shifted
Singer Jully Black has gotten a lot of reaction for her rendition of O Canada at an NBA game.
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Why singer Jully Black changed one word in Canada's national anthem
Genaro García Luna, a key drugs war figure, is found guilty of taking bribes from a big drug cartel.
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Mexico's ex-security minister Genaro García Luna convicted of drug trafficking
Parliament orders an inquiry after dozens of women speak of abuse on British-operated tea farms.
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Kenya to investigate 'sex for work' exposed in BBC tea documentary
Plymouth gunman Jake Davison had a history of violent outbursts but was granted a shotgun licence.
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Plymouth shootings: Why was Jake Davison allowed a gun?
Joseph Fiennes will star as Gareth Southgate in James Graham's Dear England at the National Theatre.
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Joseph Fiennes to star as England manager Gareth Southgate at National Theatre
The formal identification of the 45-year-old, three weeks after going missing, dominates Tuesday's papers.
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Newspaper headlines: 'You can rest now, Nikki' and Biden's Ukraine trip
Harvests in Europe and Africa have been disrupted by bad weather, a retail body says.
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UK supermarkets face tomato shortages
Crowds in Chisinau voice anger at rising living costs and poverty as Moscow is accused of sending saboteurs.
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We want Russia to come, say Moldova protesters
Claims about poverty, unemployment and insecurity feature prominently in this election campaign.
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Nigeria election 2023: Fact-checking claims by the candidates
The discovery in a river by walkers, three weeks after the 45-year-old vanished, dominates the papers.
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The Papers: 'Heartbreak' as Nicola search brings 'family's worst fear'
The attack, which took place before horrified onlookers, is the third in Noumea in as many weeks.
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Australian man killed by shark at popular beach in New Caledonia
The presenter famously anchored the five-hour live TV marathon every Saturday between 1968 and 1985.
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Dickie Davies, host of ITV's World of Sport for nearly two decades, dies
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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Has Putin's war failed and what does Russia want?
Laurel Aldridge, described as "very vulnerable", has gone missing from Arundel in West Sussex.
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New images of Mackenzie Crook's missing sister-in-law Laurel Aldridge
Police have quietly gone after those who took part in the November protests that shook China.
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The protesters who've gone missing as China deepens crackdown
Marianna Spring goes to visits St Michael's on Wyre to try to understand the scale of the social media...
Why TikTok sleuths descended on Nicola Bulley’s village
The former US president will "spend his remaining time at home with his family", the Carter Center said.
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Former US President Jimmy Carter to receive hospice care
Hundreds attend a rally in support of refugees after violence outside a hotel housing asylum seekers.
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Asylum hotel disorder: Demonstrations held in Liverpool
Rishi Sunak faces objections to plans for EU deal and energy prices in Europe have fallen dramatically.
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The Papers: 'Rebellion' on NI Brexit deal and gas at 18-month low
The firm joins a slew of other companies that are tightening remote work rules.
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Amazon calls staff back to office three days a week
The X-Men star said the move would be "natural", but he still had respect for the UK's Royal Family.
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Hugh Jackman: Inevitable that Australia will become a republic
Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad bin Jaber Al Thani, the chairman of one of Qatar's biggest banks, confirms a...
Manchester United: Sheikh Jassim confirms bid to buy Premier League club
The government support comes after warnings hundreds of services could be cut if funding ended.
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Bus £2 fare cap extended for three months
Faten Al Yousifi, 39 weeks pregnant, had a birth bag ready to go when the earthquake struck.
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Turkey-Syria earthquakes: Yemeni mother gives birth after being pulled from rubble
The murder-accused nurse abruptly leaves her seat as a doctor begins to give evidence.
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Lucy Letby: Murder-accused nurse breaks down at trial
England's defence of their Arnold Clark Cup title gets off to the perfect start as they comfortably...
England 4-0 South Korea: Lionesses cruise to victory in Arnold Clark Cup opener
Mr Biden says he will speak with China's President Xi Jinping soon "to get to the bottom of this".
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Biden says he makes no apologies for downing China balloon
He will meet politicians as speculation mounts about an agreement between the UK and the EU.
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Rishi Sunak visits Northern Ireland with protocol deal imminent
With seven million registered voters, Nigeria's biggest city could hold the keys to the presidential...
Nigeria election 2023: The battle for Lagos
Chelsea produce a positive display against Borussia Dortmund but familiar issues in front goal come...
Borussia Dortmund 1-0 Chelsea: Blues haunted by scoring issues again
England's philosophy stretches much further than a style of play on the field - their entire environment...
New Zealand v England: Ben Stokes' team invest in 'Bank of Baz'
Karim Adeyemi scores a brilliant solo goal to give Borussia Dortmund victory over Chelsea in the first...
Borussia Dortmund 1-0 Chelsea: Karim Adeyemi's superb solo goal sinks Blues
The Scottish National Party leader is standing down as first minister after more than eight years.
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Nicola Sturgeon says time is right to resign as first minister
Welch won a Golden Globe Award in 1974 for her performance in The Three Musketeers.
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Raquel Welch: US actress and model dead at 82
The former Labour leader attacks a decision to bar him from representing Labour at the next election.
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Jeremy Corbyn: Starmer move flagrant attack on democracy
The King's Singers group says the concert in Florida was cancelled with just two hours' notice.
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The King's Singers says Christian college axed gig over sexuality
Brahim Diaz scores the only goal to give AC Milan a 1-0 win in the first leg of their Champions League...
AC Milan 1-0 Tottenham: Antonio Conte's side fall to narrow first-leg loss in last 16
The vigils, organised by the transgender community, are held in memory of the stabbed 16-year-old.
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Candlelit vigils held for schoolgirl Brianna Ghey
US President Joe Biden personally calls retired Col Paris Davis after a wait of almost sixty years.
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Col Paris Davis: Black Vietnam veteran to finally receive Medal of Honor
The King is told about the earthquake "catastrophe" in Turkey and Syria by those who have lost family.
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King Charles hears emotional pleas for Turkey-Syria earthquake aid
Defending champions Australia take a step closer to the semi-finals of the Women's T20 World Cup with...
Women's T20 World Cup: Australia beat Bangladesh to move closer to semi-finals
Two police officers are injured after their car is forced into a barrier during the pursuit.
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Footage shows how van driver rammed police cars in M1 chase
Tuesday's papers focus on apparent spy balloons in the US, as well as the cost of living crisis.
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The Papers: 'China security risk' and 'Couzens police failings'
Darvel could not repeat their Scottish Cup heroics as Falkirk defeated their sixth-tier hosts to book...
Darvel 1-5 Falkirk: Bairns end Darvel Scottish Cup dream to set up Ayr United quarter-final date
Owner Coca Cola is rebranding the soft drink as Fanta Pineapple & Grapefruit.
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Lilt drink brand to be scrapped after 50 years and rebranded
Ashley Dale, 28, was found with a gunshot wound in a back garden in Liverpool on 21 August.
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Ashley Dale: Two more men charged over woman shot dead in garden
Uefa bears "primary responsibility" for the chaotic scenes before last year's Champions League final,...
Champions League final: Uefa 'responsible' for chaos before Liverpool v Real Madrid in Paris
Action over so-called spy balloons and sewage in UK rivers feature on Monday's front pages.
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The Papers: PM faces 'sewage rebellion' and spy balloon review
A man is rescued after spending nearly a week under the rubble in Antakya
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Turkey earthquake: Man rescued after six days under rubble
Two workers were rescued when a hole was cut in the bottom of a partly-full Mars Wrigley chocolate tank.
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Mars Wrigley factory fined after two workers fall into chocolate vat
A 15-year-old boy and girl are being held on suspicion of murdering a teenage girl in Warrington.
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Warrington: Boy and girl arrested on suspicion of Brianna Ghey murder
Some people have been told to evacuate there homes and the worst weather is expected on Monday.
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New Zealand storm Gabrielle: Tense wait as ex-cyclone moves over North Island
Volunteers come together for a clothing drive, with donations to be sent to north-west Syria.
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Cardiff: Mosque sets up collection after earthquakes
Namibia no longer prosecutes women who abandon their babies but not everyone is aware of the new law.
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Namibia baby abandonment law: 'I wanted someone to take better care of my son'
A cross-party summit on Brexit is among a mix of stories on the front of Sunday's papers.
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The Papers: 'Secret' Brexit summit and GPs 'won't see you now'
A committee says Mr Sharp did not give the "full facts" while applying for the job at the BBC.
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Richard Sharp: BBC chairman made errors on Johnson loan, MPs say
"I'm aware of my privilege tonight," Styles said, naming women who missed out on artist of the year.
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Brit Awards 2023: Harry Styles steals the show with four wins
It comes after the US shot down an aerial object off the coast of Alaska on Friday.
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US aircraft shoots down new airborne object over Canada
Newcastle extend their unbeaten run to a club record-equalling 17 league games but have to settle for...
Bournemouth 1-1 Newcastle United: Visitors match club record unbeaten run in the league
Sir Jony Ive has designed an emblem of "optimism" to be used for the coronation of King Charles.
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King Charles coronation logo created by iPhone designer
Ian Lavery says he "does not owe a single penny" in tax and has never paid a penalty to HMRC.
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Ian Lavery: Ex-Labour Party chairman faces questions over tax affairs
The BBC is one of the first international outlets to report from the historic Syrian city.
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Inside Aleppo: BBC sees devastation after quake
Ukraine wants Western jets to help fight Russia, but using them effectively could be difficult.
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Fighter jets for Ukraine: The challenges of giving warplanes to Kyiv
Items belonging to Star Wars actor Peter Mayhew will be returned to his wife after a public appeal.
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Star Wars: Chewbacca script auction halted after family plea
Russian participation in the Paris 2024 Olympics "cannot be covered up with pretend neutrality or a...
Paris Olympics 2024: Russian participation 'can't be covered up by white flag' - Ukraine president
Owain Williams bombed a dam in a bid to stop the drowning of his village Capel Celyn.
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Tryweryn: The man who bombed a dam to save his village
The British government is urged by MPs to hold an "honest" inquiry into its role in Afghanistan.
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Afghan withdrawal a dark chapter for UK, says Defence Committee chair
Changes to the Church of England, Dominic Raab's defence and Burt Bacharach's death lead the papers.
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The Papers: Raab's 'high standards' and 'Nicola cops search sea'
The UN calls for aid workers to get more resources and warns the full extent of the disaster is still...
Turkey-Syria earthquake: Freezing weather adds to despair as quake toll passes 20,000
The late composer was behind classics like I Say a Little Prayer, Walk On By and The Look of Love.
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Burt Bacharach: 12 of the legendary composer's greatest songs
Volodymyr Zelensky's surprise visit to the UK and his appeal for fighter jets lead the front pages.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Give us wings for freedom' and 'UK warns Putin'
Recep Tayyip Erdogan defends the government's response as Syria struggles to get much needed aid.
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Turkey quake: President Erdogan accepts some problems with response
Goals from Harry Wilson, Andreas Pereira and Layvin Kurzawa see Fulham past Sunderland in a lively FA...
Sunderland 2-3 Fulham: Cottagers win to set up fifth-round tie with Leeds United
Divers say Nicola Bulley is "categorically not" in the section of river where police think she fell.
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Nicola Bulley: Dive team pull out as search extended
Helen Hewlett is convicted of soliciting the murder of a man she met at the Linda McCartney factory.
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King's Lynn woman guilty of trying to hire hitman after fling
His address carried hints at what a re-election bid may look like, our North America editor says.
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The clues in the State of the Union that suggest Joe Biden will run for president in 2024
A range of charities are trying to help with things such as medical aid, shelter and food.
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Turkey earthquake: What are UK charities doing to help?
The handwritten sheet was given to the founder of the inaugural David Bowie fan club by the star.
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David Bowie's handwritten Jean Genie lyrics sold for £57,000
Turkish second division club Yeni Malatyaspor confirm goalkeeper Ahmet Eyup Turkaslan has died following...
Turkey earthquake: Yeni Malatyaspor goalkeeper Ahmet Eyup Turkaslan dies
Quake-prone Mexico has expert teams of humans and canines specialised in searching through rubble.
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Turkey earthquake: Mexico sends its famed search and rescue dogs
Dramatic video showed a rescuer carrying the girl, whose mother, father and four siblings were killed.
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Turkey-Syria earthquake: Newborn baby pulled from collapsed building
The death toll in Turkey continues to rise as survivors struggle to find shelter and support.
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Turkey earthquake: Bodies in street after quake as anger grows over aid
Monday's NHS strikes and Liz Truss's return to the political fray lead the front pages.
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The papers: NHS strikes 'deadlock' and Liz Truss's return
All the looks from music's biggest stars at the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles.
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Grammys 2023: Red carpet fashion in pictures
Ambulance staff and nurses walk out on Monday with further strikes to follow this week.
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Biggest-ever round of NHS strikes gets under way
The kit is small enough to fit through a letterbox and arrives in plain packaging through the post.
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HIV testing: Free do-it-at home kit offered in England
The head of a private school in Surrey has been found dead along with her husband and seven-year-old...
Epsom College head found dead with husband and daughter, 7
The star is only the 18th person to win each of an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Award.
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Grammy Awards 2023: Viola Davis becomes an EGOT
Pope Francis said laws which criminalise homosexuality were a sin and "an injustice".
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Pope and protestant leaders denounce anti-gay laws
The US is trying recover debris from the suspected spy balloon that fell in shallow waters off South...
China balloon: US searches in Atlantic for wreckage
Poulami Adhikari played in India's under-16 team, but had to stop when her family fell on hard times.
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'Now I deliver food, but once I played football for my country'
Liz Truss's first account of her time as PM and questions over new hospitals being built lead the front...
The papers: Truss 'never given a chance' and 'zero chance' of meeting hospital pledge
Sir Ed Davey says a higher minimum wage for the sector would help prevent an "exodus" to better paid...
Lib Dems call for higher pay for social care staff
The head of the UK's biggest nursing union tells the PM "meaningful offers" could avert strike action.
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Nurses offer to call off strikes in England if Sunak makes fresh pay offer
A man is arrested on suspicion of explosive offences after "suspicious items" were found, police say.
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Homes evacuated after security scare in Derbyshire town
Video shows the vessel capsizing in rough Pacific seas as the man on board is rescued.
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Giant wave overturns yacht during dramatic US rescue
Catherine urges others to share photos of early memories to encourage talk about vital childhood years.
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Princess of Wales shares new baby picture of herself
Missing dog walker Nicola Bulley and Boris Johnson's calls for tax cuts lead the front pages.
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The papers: Dog walker 'fell into river' and Johnson's calls for cuts
It is believed the incident was caused by the wrong chemical being added to drinking water.
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Sailors treated over contaminated water on HMS Portland warship
A string of controversies has turned the spotlight on one of the most powerful figures in government.
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Simon Case: 'Keeper of secrets' under scrutiny
The 30-year-old singer scores their third number one album, thanking fans for supporting them.
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Sam Smith 'truly overwhelmed' by number one album Gloria
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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Inside the Happy Valley house
Worries over privacy and the cost of living have curbed interest in voice assistants like Alexa.
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How we fell out of love with voice assistants
The Microsoft co-founder also believes artificial intelligence will "dramatically" transform humanity.
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Bill Gates would rather pay for vaccines than travel to Mars
Paul Mason was punched to the ground by a man who claimed the bank executive had stolen a phone.
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Man not guilty of murdering banker outside The Ivy
The latest economic forecast from the Bank of England and record profits by Shell lead many of Friday's...
The Papers: Economy to 'stagnate' and Shell profits 'obscene'
The new 2,000-peso note comes after the country's annual inflation rate soared to 95% last year.
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Argentina unveils new 2,000-peso banknote as inflation bites
The PM says he'll be "transparent" in a wide-ranging interview to mark his 100th day in office.
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Rishi Sunak says he'll release tax return soon in Piers Morgan interview
A livestream of Stephen McCullagh playing games at the time of death was pre-recorded, a court hears.
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Natalie McNally: Stephen McCullagh charged with murder of pregnant woman
This is said to be the second largest Mass Pope Francis has held, after one in the Philippines in 2015.
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Pope Francis in DR Congo: A million celebrate Kinshasa Mass
The chatbot has been used millions of times since its public launch last year.
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ChatGPT firm trials $20 monthly subscription fee
Gareth Thomas's former partner says the settlement has brought closure following his HIV diagnosis.
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Gareth Thomas: No HIV legal action regrets - rugby star's ex
The shift to casual wear for the bank's UK branch staff comes after BA unveiled jumpsuits for cabin...
HSBC staff get a uniform of jumpsuits and jeans
The world's most popular YouTuber has responded to criticism over him funding life-changing operations.
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