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Archive for January 2024
BBC News NI's economics editor John Campbell picks out some highlights from the 76-page agreement.
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DUP deal: What exactly is in the Safeguarding the Union paper?
Nazir Afzal's comments come amid a review into how prosecutors handled the Nottingham attacks case.
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Charge in Nottingham triple killer's case appropriate - ex-prosecutor
World Rugby confirms legal action is being taken following match official abuse monitoring after the...
World Rugby takes legal action following match official abuse monitoring after World Cup
Chelsea finish their Women's Champions League group stage unbeaten with a comfortable victory at Paris...
Paris FC 0-4 Chelsea: Blues finish group stage unbeaten with ruthless win
A ghostly shipwreck has appeared on the sandy beach of Cape Ray in Newfoundland, Canada.
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Mysterious shipwreck washes up on Canadian coast
The firm will cut 4% of its workforce, mainly from its engineering arm, as fewer people use satellites.
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Sky to cut 1,000 jobs in move towards digital
Ms Marten and Mr Gordon are accused of the manslaughter of Victoria, whose body was found in a shed.
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Constance Marten trial: Baby wearing only a nappy on cold night, court told
Leicestershire Police investigated Valdo Calocane weeks before he killed three people in Nottingham.
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Police face probe over Nottingham killer's alleged assaults
"He is so down to earth, he sang in Urdu, what can be bigger than that?" say Pakistani band Aur.
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It's a dream come true to work in Urdu with Zayn Malik, say band
Rishi Sunak announces the plan saying "we must act" to tackle a rise in vaping among children.
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Disposable vapes to be banned over fears for children's health
The Japanese macaque was filmed helping himself from a bird feeder in Kincraig.
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Watch: Escaped monkey spotted in Highland village
The Jawa figure, a "holy grail" for Star Wars collectors, attracts global interest at auction.
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Rare Star Wars Jawa figure found in loft sells for £19,500
Thousands of people in Georgia have found out they were stolen from their parents at birth and sold.
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Georgia's stolen children: Twins sold at birth reunited by TikTok video
The investigation comes after the UAE-backed bidder made last minute changes.
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Government announces second probe of Telegraph sale
A pause in talks could mean tougher trading terms for the UK - but what will the impact be on consumers?
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UK-Canada trade rift: What it means for cheese, beef and cars
The UN court's demands, if implemented, would drastically change the nature of Israel's Gaza campaign.
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Israel reined in by ICJ rulings on Gaza - but will it obey?
Schoolgirl Mia Janin's last voice note is released to the BBC as an inquest into her death concludes.
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'I’m preparing to get bullied' - Mia's final voice note
A judge ruled that Aditya Verma's message, from 2022, about "blowing up" a plane was not a real threat.
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British man acquitted over London-Spain flight bomb hoax
Postmasters tell the BBC the Post Office was ‘not concerned’ about them after they endured armed robberies.
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Post Office told robbed postmasters to pay for stolen money
Dafydd Jenkins admits he was left "shaking" by the Warren Gatland phone call that asked him to be the...
New Wales captain Jenkins 'shaken' by Gatland phone call
Prof Jason Leitch told then-health secretary to keep a drink in his hand to remain exempt from mask...
Health adviser denies giving Yousaf Covid rule 'workaround'
Russell Cook, nicknamed "Hardest Geezer", says the mission is in doubt over Algerian visa issues.
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Worthing man running length of Africa halted by visa issue
The owner of Woolworth Germany says bringing the brand back to the UK is on his "bucket list".
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Woolies could return to British High Streets
A watchdog is investigating videos of online speeches urging students to join an "apocalyptic war".
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UK officials probe Iran generals' antisemitic talks to students
The world's most popular YouTuber had previously said he would not bother posting videos on the site.
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MrBeast reveals he made $250,000 from X video
A university accidentally printed the answers on one of their exams and is making students resit.
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Bath University makes students resit exam after giving answers
Two men die in separate motoring incidents in Scotland and Northern Ireland during the storm.
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Storm Isha: Two dead and thousands left without power
Further tests are being carried out into the cause of death, Norfolk Police say.
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Great Yarmouth: Murder charge after woman's body found
A spokesperson says a cancerous mole was found while the duchess was having reconstructive surgery.
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Sarah Ferguson: Duchess of York diagnosed with skin cancer
Norfolk Police investigating the deaths of four people in Costessey, say two adults died from stab wounds.
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Norwich: Two of four found dead in house were stabbed - police
The women started off petrified but ended up like goddesses, the photographer says.
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Cancer survivors empowered by posing nude for calendar
Russia's state rail company apologises after its conductor dumped the feline in freezing temperatures.
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Russia: Cat thrown off train into snow found dead
After days of freezing temperatures, forecasters warn that the latest UK storm poses a risk to life.
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Storm Isha to hit UK with winds of up to 80mph
Norfolk Police has referred itself to the independent watchdog due to "previous contact" prior to the...
Great Yarmouth murder arrest after woman's body found in house
A New Mexico grand jury charges the actor anew over a fatal shooting on the set of Rust in 2021.
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Alec Baldwin faces fresh manslaughter charge over 'Rust' shooting
Gadi Eisenkot condemns the prime minister, who insists Israel's offensive will go on until "complete...
Israeli war leader challenges Netanyahu's Gaza strategy
The parcel delivery firm says the mistake was a result of a system update, which has been disabled.
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DPD error caused chatbot to swear at customer
Emerald Fennell's film has received five Bafta Award nominations and become an internet sensation.
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Saltburn director Emerald Fennell on Bafta nominations and infamous bathtub scene
It forces US financial institutions to freeze funds belonging to the group and bars members from the...
Yemen strikes: Houthis to be re-designated as terror group by US
In his book Frederik X discusses Denmark's place in world and his relationship with his wife.
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Frederik X: Danish king's surprise book set to become bestseller
Angola's public prosecutor accuses Ms Dos Santos, the former president's child, of 12 crimes.
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Isabel dos Santos: Angolan billionaire rejects fresh criminal charges
Birmingham City Council is struggling to cope with a huge debt of more than £2.9bn.
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‘Bankrupt’ Birmingham council plans up to 600 job cuts
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Private youth gender clinic approved by regulator
Vittorio Sgarbi is accused of possessing and exhibiting a 17th Century painting.
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Italian culture minister probed over stolen painting
BBC Sport explains the Premier League's profit and sustainability rules (PSR) and why charges have been...
Everton & Nottingham Forest: Why is Premier League charging clubs with breaking spending rules?
Thousands of people attend the three-day festival which ends with the burning of a bear effigy.
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Straw bear burned in festival ceremony
The new monarch blinks back tears as he greets the cheering crowds outside Christiansborg Castle.
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Frederik X kisses wife as he becomes King of Denmark
Tenants share experiences of living in mouldy homes as the government proposes a new law in memory of...
Awaab's Law: Tenants in mouldy homes in Rochdale told they breathe too much
Oscar Bobb scores a stoppage-time winner at Newcastle as Manchester City move within two points of Liverpool...
Newcastle United 2-3 Manchester City: Oscar Bobb scores stoppage-time winner
Mr Biden's comments followed a second US strike on the Houthis, who has attacked shipping in the Red...
US delivers 'private message' to Iran after Yemen strikes
It may have underpaid more than £100m in tax while overpaying its senior executives, according to experts.
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Post Office may face £100m tax bill over victim payouts - experts
The expenses are for a failed lawsuit the former president filed against the paper and its reporters.
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Donald Trump asked to pay NY Times nearly $400,000 in legal costs
After two days of legal argument, judges must now rule on whether Israel is committing genocide in Gaza.
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South Africa's genocide case against Israel: Both sides play heavy on emotion in ICJ hearing
The York group's chart success coincides with their 30th anniversary.
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Shed Seven score first number one album - three decades after debut
Cabinet Office minister Alex Burghart says he wants build up the government's in-house expertise instead.
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Minister Alex Burghart seeks to avoid outsourcing AI projects to tech firms
They say some of the punishments proposed in President Zelensky's bill are unconstitutional.
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Ukraine war: MPs reject bid to crack down on draft dodgers
The city was built 2,500 years ago but may have been abandoned after a volcanic eruption.
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Huge ancient city found in the Amazon
A warning to Swedes to prepare for war from two top defence officials prompts accusations of alarmism.
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Swedish alarm after defence chiefs' war warning
Mark Ormrod said the legs were taken from his car overnight while it was outside a Premier Inn.
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Ex-Royal Marine's prosthetic legs stolen in Premier Inn car park
As Radio City changes its name, Bauer Media says it is reviewing the signage on its famous tower.
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Liverpool's Radio City name could go from tower after rebrand
Video shows a bright green flashing at the aircraft, an offence officials say could endanger lives.
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Norfolk: Laser shone at air ambulance helicopter over Attleborough
The president made the comments after being interrupted by ‘cesasefire now’ chants during a speech in...
Biden tells heckler he's pushing Israel to leave Gaza
A minister says holding a vote on removing King Charles III as head of state is "not a priority".
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Australia puts republic referendum plan on hold
Woods, who was first sponsored by Nike in 1996, thanked the company on social media on Tuesday.
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Tiger Woods and Nike end 27-year partnership
As Rafael Nadal withdraws from this year's Australian Open - and potentially says goodbye to the tournament...
Rafael Nadal: Why Spanish great will be so missed at Australian Open
The annual Haxey Hood rugby-style contest took place in two North Lincolnshire villages.
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Hundreds take part in ancient hood village showdown
Watch highlights as Liverpool progress to the fourth round of the FA Cup after two late goals secures...
FA Cup 2024: Liverpool reach fourth round after 2-0 victory over Arsenal
Little or no service was expected on London Underground until Friday morning.
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London Tube strikes called off as more pay talks planned
Three months into the Gaza war, the militants are "without commanders" in the area, the IDF say.
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Hamas command in north Gaza destroyed, Israel says
Five children are among those killed in a missile strike in the east, the local governor says.
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Ukraine-Russia war: missiles kill 11, including children, Ukrainian official says
More than 120 people have been confirmed dead since Monday's 7.5 magnitude earthquake.
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Japan earthquake: Woman in 90s found alive under rubble five days later
Aston Villa's Matty Cash hits an 87th-minute winner against Middlesbrough to earn his side a first win...
Middlesbrough 0-1 Aston Villa: Matty Cash hits deflected 87th-minute winner
Christian Oliver was travelling with his daughters, ages 10 and 12, when they crashed in the Caribbean.
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Speed Racer actor Christian Oliver and daughters die in plane crash
The principal's daughter said he distracted the shooter to give students an opportunity to escape.
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Iowa school principal distracted gunman before being shot
There will be "little to no Tube service" on the London Underground, Transport for London warns.
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When are London Underground walkouts?
Willis Gibson, 13, falls back in his chair in shock as he apparently becomes the first to beat the game.
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Tetris: Watch moment US teenager becomes 'first to beat game'
Francoise Bornet was part of a young couple who were seen embracing on the street in 1950.
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Francoise Bornet: Woman in Robert Doisneau’s Paris kiss photo dies aged 93
Both sides thanked the United Arab Emirates for mediating the deal.
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Ukraine and Russia in 'biggest prisoner swap' so far
The Office for Statistics Regulation will investigate whether official announcements were misleading.
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Statistics watchdog to examine government asylum backlog claims
Simon Rimmer blames a 35% rent rise and increased costs for the closure of Greens in Didsbury.
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Simon Rimmer's vegetarian restaurant in Didsbury shuts after 33 years
The Body Coach helped the people of Salford kick off some new year goals with a 5k run, jog or walk.
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Hundreds turn out in Salford for Joe Wicks 5k
South Africa accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza, triggering Israeli outrage.
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Israel to fight South Africa's Gaza genocide claim in court
The i reports on fears Red Sea attacks on ships will have a knock-on effect on key supplies to the UK.
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Newspaper headlines: Cost of Red Sea attacks and 'virtual rape' investigated
An 18-year-old passenger was killed and three other people injured in the crash on New Year's Day.
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Teenager killed in three-car collision on New Year's Day
Another man is in hospital after what police described as a targeted attack at the Edinburgh bar.
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