Thursday, 31 October 2024

Dozens killed as Spanish region hit by year's worth of rain in eight hours

Rescue workers are searching for missing people after Spain was hit by severe flooding.

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Watch: Drivers rescued after floodwaters cause chaos in Spain

At least 51 people are known to have died after torrential rain caused devastating flash floods.

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Wednesday, 30 October 2024

Orban swipes at EU and says disputed Georgian vote was fair

Hungary's prime minister praises Georgia's election despite numerous violations and criticism from the EU.

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Tuesday, 29 October 2024

Americanswers... on 5 Live! Could a joke about Puerto Rico give Kamala Harris the Latino vote?

Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe described the territory as a "floating island of garbage"

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Monday, 28 October 2024

Veteran radio DJ Johnnie Walker retires after 58 years

The stalwart of the BBC calls time on his career due to ill health.

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Ten Hag blames 'injustice', but is poor finishing costing Man Utd?

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag says it feels "unfair and unjust" that his team lost after West Ham were awarded a late controversial penalty.

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Sunday, 27 October 2024

Watch: Match of the Day

Gary Lineker introduces highlights of the day’s five Premier League games.

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Is Wolves' late fightback a turning point for O'Neil?

Wolves boss Gary O'Neil hopes his side can build on Saturday's battling late draw at Brighton and climb the table.

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Guardiola 'will learn' from Southampton boss Martin

Their teams are at opposite ends of the Premier League table, but Man City manager Pep Guardiola says he "will learn" from Southampton boss Russell Martin.

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Saturday, 26 October 2024

Russell fastest as Bearman crashes with Albon in Mexico

Mercedes’ George Russell sets the pace in a first practice session at the Mexico City Grand Prix punctuated by a heavy crash for Williams’ Alex Albon.

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Bodycam captures rescue of woman in basement of burning house

First responders worked frantically to save the woman who was in a basement filling with smoke.

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Bodycam captures rescue of woman in basement of burning house

First responders worked frantically to save the woman who was in a basement filling with smoke.

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Friday, 25 October 2024

Canada, India, and their diplomatic death spiral

The two nations are locked in a fierce row over murder plot allegations

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Thursday, 24 October 2024

Does Australia want the British monarchy?

A visit by King Charles has reignited the debate over cutting ties with the royals

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Usyk asks Fury to sign picture of him being punched in the face

A sedate news conference ends with Tyson Fury tickling Oleksandr Usyk during their face-off.

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Wednesday, 23 October 2024

German police raid pizzeria serving side order of cocaine

The number 40 pizza was one of the Düsseldorf restaurant's most popular pizzas, police said.

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Trump has the world’s richest man on his side. What does Musk want?

The SpaceX boss says only his fellow billionaire can save democracy - but some question Musk's motives.

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Baby born after mum killed in tower block fall

The baby was born in hospital after the woman fell from the tower block close to Leeds city centre.

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Prisoners freed early (again)

Plus, Newscast is heading to America!

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Tuesday, 22 October 2024

Trump and Harris trade bitter attacks in battleground blitz

The Republican says his opponent was "lying" about once working at McDonald's, while she says he is "unstable".

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The King and the protestor: The challenges of a royal tour

An Indigenous senator's protest is a reminder of the historical baggage that royal tours can bring.

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What leaked US assessment of Israeli plans to strike Iran shows

US investigators are trying to find out how the highly classified intelligence documents were leaked online.

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Monday, 21 October 2024

Man City winner at Wolves a 'grey area' - but what does law say?

What was the fall-out of John Stones' late winner for Manchester City against Wolves, with the goal given following a VAR check after initially being ruled out.

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Sunday, 20 October 2024

One dead after 'explosion' and fire at house

An emergency assistance centre is set up for people told to leave their homes after a house fire in Bedford.

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Saturday, 19 October 2024

Angelina Jolie 'spellbinding' as opera star Callas

The actress plays the lead role in Pablo Larraín's Maria, which could place her in the Oscars race.

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Labour tiptoes nervously towards a China policy

David Lammy's low-key visit to Beijing shows the party is still trying to work out its China stance.

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Friday, 18 October 2024

Massive great white shark washes up dead on Cape Cod beach

Officials had to use a tow truck to carry the 3.6 meter shark off the beach.

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Jets intercept plane after 'bomb threat' made

Residents say they heard a loud sonic boom as Typhoon jets scrambled.

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Thursday, 17 October 2024

William addresses his privilege in helping homeless

Prince William says he wants to make use of his public platform to campaign against homelessness.

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Amy Adams turns into a dog in 'bizarre and brilliant' film

Nightbitch, released in December, is less of a body horror and more of a metaphor about motherhood.

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From Accrington Stanley to England No 2 - who is 'all round good egg' Barry?

New England assistant Anthony Barry played with Jamie Vardy at Fleetwood Town and started his coaching journey with Accrington Stanley Under-16s.

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Wednesday, 16 October 2024

Tuchel agrees to become next England manager

Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel agrees to become the next England manager.

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Tuesday, 15 October 2024

Northern agrees to scrap railcard fare prosecutions

The rail operator says it is working with the government to simplify it price structure.

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Actress 'dazzles' as woman who is always miserable in Mike Leigh film

The pair first worked together on Secrets & Lies. Their latest project could make waves at the Oscars.

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Countdown champion accused of stabbing rival

John Cowen allegedly attacked man with a knife at a quiz-themed event in Blackpool, a court hears.

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Monday, 14 October 2024

'He's just a bro': Trump's attempts to woo the 'manosphere'

There's a huge gender divide in this election but will the young men Trump is courting go out and vote for him?

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'The tornado was inside our house' - Florida reels after Milton

Florida resident whose home was hit by a tornado is at a loss over what to do next.

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Family rushed to hospital after eating toxic mushrooms

The local fire department said the family became sick after eating wild mushrooms that one of them "found in the woods".

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Sunday, 13 October 2024

Key moments Alex Salmond's life and career... in 107 seconds

A look back at some of the key moments from the life and career of former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond.

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Wigan beat Hull KR in Grand Final to seal quadruple

Wigan Warriors seal the quadruple and become the first side to win all four trophies in a season as they beat Hull KR in the Super League Grand Final.

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Saturday, 12 October 2024

Police find wanted man hiding inside a sofa

The man is in custody, which is a "little less of a squeeze" for him, say police.

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Selena Gomez 'shines' in new Oscar-tipped musical

The singer and actress stars in Emilia Pérez, a new Netflix musical which has been tipped for awards.

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MrBeast: The King of YouTube?

As the world's biggest YouTuber faces controversy, will his empire crumble?

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Friday, 11 October 2024

England & Greece pay tribute to Baldock at Wembley

England and Greece players hold a minute's silence in remembrance of George Baldock before Thursday's Nations League meeting at Wembley.

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Watch: Floridians assess hurricane damage after harrowing night

The deadly storm brought tornadoes, floods and storm surges, destroying homes and leaving millions without power.

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Eight-hundred-and-twenty-three! The spirit behind England's record-breaking day

England's record-breaking runscoring is testament to their incredible spirit, says chief cricket writer Stephan Shemilt

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Thursday, 10 October 2024

Las Vegas casino imploded to make way for stadium

The Tropicana opened in 1957 and in its heyday was visited by Frank Sinatra and the so-called Rat Pack.

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Puberty-blocker focus disproportionate, Cass says

The author of a landmark report into child gender services says the treatment has been oversold.

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What do Tory members make of final two in leadership contest?

The MPs have whittled it down to two - and now it's down to Tory members to choose their new leader.

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Wednesday, 9 October 2024

The Boris Johnson Interview (Unpacked)

Plus, another candidate is eliminated in the Tory leadership race.

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Tuesday, 8 October 2024

Cissy Houston, legendary singer and mother of Whitney Houston, dies at 91

Houston was a renowned gospel singer who performed with superstars like Elvis Presley and Aretha Franklin.

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‘Daily challenge to get stories out of Gaza’ - BBC's Rushdi Abualouf

The BBC's Rushdi Abualouf sheds light on the challenges of reporting the war from inside and outside of Gaza.

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'Prison parkrun helps rehabilitation,' says governor

Governor Gary Milling rejects any suggestion that the event is a perk which prisoners do not deserve.

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Monday, 7 October 2024

Ghost guns and transgender care: Major cases before US Supreme Court

The top US court is back in session with cases that may affect American life - and its standing in the public.

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'I felt like my heart was going to explode': Beirut reels from heaviest night of strikes

A doctor tells the BBC of the moment she found out her clinic was next to an Israeli target building.

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Sunday, 6 October 2024

Setback for black student suspended over dreadlocks

Darryl George was suspended from his Houston-area high school over his dreadlocks.

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Man arrested over acid attack on schoolgirl released on bail

A 14-year-old girl suffered "potentially life-changing" injuries in the attack in London.

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Sadness and defiance in Trump-shooting town trying to heal

The town is undergoing its own healing process ahead of the former president's visit.

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How might Israel respond to Iran?

Netanyahu has warned Iran will pay a “heavy price”

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Saturday, 5 October 2024

Notorious Menendez brothers murder case to be reviewed

The brothers, who were jailed for killing their parents at a Beverly Hills mansion, say it was self-defence.

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Canadian child dies from rabies after bat found in bedroom

It marks the first domestically-acquired case of human rabies in Ontario since 1967.

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Pogba doping ban reduced to 18 months, meaning he can play again in March

Paul Pogba's four-year ban for a doping offence has been reduced to 18 months after winning his appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas).

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Friday, 4 October 2024

Burglar hung out washing and cooked meal for victim

The victim returned home to find her house broken into and a note left saying "be happy, eat up".

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Thursday, 3 October 2024

'He's got the moves' - King tries Samoan dance

The King and Queen met guests representing the Commonwealth at a St James's Palace reception.

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Chris Mason: Cleverly makes his mark - but will it be enough?

The ex-home secretary is looking to close the gap with frontrunners Robert Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch.

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Tributes paid to Windrush pioneer Alford Gardner

Alford Gardner, 98, is considered to have been a trailblazer for community relations in Leeds.

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Wednesday, 2 October 2024

Why are the Conservatives so happy?

For a party recovering from an historic election defeat, the mood at Tory conference is surprisingly upbeat.

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Tuesday, 1 October 2024

Joyful welcome by stranded astronauts for SpaceX capsule crew

A capsule sent to bring back two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station has docked.

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Joyful welcome by stranded astronauts for SpaceX capsule crew

A capsule sent to bring back two astronauts stranded on the International Space Station has docked.

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