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Sleeping in barns - homeless in the countryside

Rural rough sleepers face harsh conditions as a taskforce warns of a hidden homelessness "crisis". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HpCMR4n

The Papers: Kwarteng's spending vow and Moors Murders search

The chancellor's pledge to bring in a debt-reduction plan and the police hunt for Keith Bennett's body feature. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Oa45p1f

Hull City 0-2 Luton Town: Hatters consign managerless hosts to home defeat

Luton Town inflict a sixth Championship defeat of the season on Hull City, who sacked manager Shota Arveladze just hours before kick-off. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HIAGOXY

Cashy C's: The musical staging working class stories in a pawnbrokers shop

Cashy C's, a rap musical about life on the breadline, is being performed in an empty Bradford shop. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/awqB3x6

Aerial views of destruction from Hurricane Ian in Florida

Seen from above, the wreckage Hurricane Ian left in its wake shows the power of the historic storm. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oek8x6A

School fines: Lottery for parents with absent children

Families of children who miss school face harsher penalties depending on where they live in England, the BBC has found. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hDFSfjK

The Papers: 'PM holds crunch talks' and benefits to be curbed

Liz Truss's efforts to reassure the markets that she can control government spending lead the papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bGJYc4u

Mini-budget: PM to meet head of OBR following market turmoil

Liz Truss and the Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng will meet the independent forecaster the OBR on Friday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Bbnf721

Olivia Pratt-Korbel: Murder arrest over Liverpool shooting

A 34-year-old man is held on suspicion of murder after the killing of schoolgirl Olivia Pratt-Korbel. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/eratJk0

Liz Truss to attend first meeting of European nations club

More than 40 leaders, including from all the EU states, were invited to discuss security and energy issues. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/coaf0kS

Ukraine-Russia war: US army doctor and wife charged with Russia spying

The army major doctor and her wife, a civilian doctor, are charged over plans to leak health information. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4wPGEzZ

Kwasi Kwarteng: We stopped consumer spending collapse

Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng says he will stick to his tax cut plan despite days of market turmoil. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/P2S8Y3o

Everton 1-0 Leicester: Toffees beat Leicester with late goal in WSL

Substitute Hanna Bennison scores a free-kick deep in stoppage time to give Everton victory over Leicester City in the WSL. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hCskY3W

Unravelling the mystery of the unknown bairn

How a podcast may have solved the mystery of a dead child washed up on a Fife beach in 1971. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LKneS5C

Energy bills: Householders urged to read meters before October price rise

The average annual household energy bill in the UK will rise from £1,971 to £2,500. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/n96yTDj

The Papers: 'Crisis forces Bank bailout' and 'cuts to follow'

A £65bn injection from the Bank of England to prop up pension funds on Wednesday leads the papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rAWm4ev

Heathrow Airport: Two planes in minor collision

The incident involving an Icelandair and Korean Air aircraft is being investigated. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vjwRCS5

Illustration released of unidentified woman who drowned in Thames

Locate International is hoping to jog the memories of people in London in 1977 to solve the case. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/TDh4taq

London Marathon 2022: How war brought the frontline to the start line

Kostiantyn Bidnenko and Viktoriya Kiose never meant to do the London Marathon, but on the morning of 24 February that, like so much more, changed. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Xct98Rn

Chris Mason: The PM's troubles have left Labour buoyant

Keir Starmer thinks the UK's economic turmoil presents him with a chance, says our political editor. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/avlVW5r

The Papers: 'A Labour moment' and 'misery for homeowners'

Keir Starmer's speech at Labour's conference and the impact of rate rises on mortgages lead the papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SQfe2PV

Ukraine war round-up: Disputed referendums and gas leak allegations

Russia is poised to annex Ukrainian regions, while Ukraine blames Moscow for gas pipeline damage. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xZU5639

Hurricane Ian: Thousands without power as storm lashes Cuba

Hundreds of thousands of Cubans are left without power as the category three storm hits the island. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/MXSR3sY

Starmer will lose working class, say Liverpool dock strikers

Liverpool's dock workers have called on Keir Starmer to "show solidarity" with them on the picket line. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/eMqT7z0

Tim Cook: 'No good excuse' for lack of women in tech

Apple chief executive tells the BBC the tech sector needs more women in order to thrive. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/zKy7Ge9

Queen Elizabeth: Royal Mail issues special stamps in memory of monarch

The four stamps will be the first set approved by King Charles III to mark his mother's reign. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DgdQJI9

Labour conference: Starmer to quote Tony Blair in pitch for power

Sir Keir Starmer will tell Labour's conference he has brought the party back to the centre ground. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/M90fqm4

England 3-3 Germany: Three Lions play out six-goal thriller to conclude disappointing Nations League campaign

England fight back from two goals down before being held to a draw in a six-goal thriller against Germany. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/jHMuL5T

Canada to end Covid vaccine travel requirements,make ArriveCan app optional

US vaccine mandate remains in place. Lawmakers have urged Joe Biden to follow in Canada's footsteps. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DdWMxmU

Uganda's Ebola outbreak: Trainee doctors go on strike over safety fears

Trainee nurses, pharmacists and doctors at a Ugandan hospital fear their lives are being put at risk. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/W2wrC1c

The Papers: 'Tax wars' over mini-budget, and 'Tory jitters'

Politicians and celebrities react to last week's mini-budget, which continues to dominate the papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ngaGXil

Giorgia Meloni: Far-right leader on course to run Italy

Giorgia Meloni aims to be Italy's first female PM and vehemently rejects any link to fascism. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gy2FEMq

Nations League: Wales relegated after losing to Poland in Cardiff

Wales are relegated from the top tier of the Nations League after they are beaten at home by Poland. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sWRhEnx

Iranian embassy: Protesters clash with police in London

The Met Police says several officers were hurt in the clashes and five people were arrested. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/i2XYpRE

Khayri McLean: Two boys charged with murder over Huddersfield school stabbing

Khayri McLean, 15, was stabbed outside a school in Huddersfield and died later in hospital. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/s8qQHp1

Vincent Van Quickenborne: Four arrested in Belgian minister 'kidnap plot'

The minister is under tighter police surveillance after a "serious threat", federal prosecutors say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/y3XPvBW

Swapping Hong Kong for Crewe: 'We won't go back'

The BBC has followed families who have moved from Hong Kong to the UK, to see if life is everything they hoped for. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AcGfiRJ

Joe Joyce v Joseph Parker: Briton's granite chin sees him through to 11th-round knockout

Briton Joe Joyce walks through fire to knock out Joseph Parker in their heavyweight showdown in Manchester. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LBRnuWw

Did misinformation fan the flames in Leicester?

Unpicking the web of misinformation around the Leicester disorder. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/U9YSDkJ

The Papers: New Year tax cuts and Labour's 'green growth' plan

Following the controversial mini-budget, Sunday's papers report on the PM's plans for more tax cuts. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VcDAkSY

Pharoah Sanders: Jazz legend dies aged 81

Sanders was known for his expressive style and played with some of the great names in jazz. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/iBuEcNF

Storm Ian delays launch of Nasa's Artemis I Moon rocket

The launch of the American space agency's big new Moon rocket is being delayed for the third time. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qWSTlkp

Super League Grand Final: St Helens 24-12 Leeds Rhinos - Record-breaking Saints win fourth straight title

St Helens win a record-breaking fourth consecutive Super League Grand Final and end Kristian Woolf's tenure by beating Leeds Rhinos. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/H5bLzFu

Donors spending millions on Trump's legal battles

The former president's mounting bills are being paid by donors and the Republican party. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UleJv9i

Stu Allan: Dance music DJ pioneer dies aged 60

Tributes are paid to the "visionary force in the world of hip-hop, dance and rave", who died aged 60. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UDzJIaA

The Papers: A 'budget for the rich' as the 'pound plunges'

Saturday's papers are dominated by Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng's biggest tax cuts in 50 years. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/C4fMjW6

Magnus Carlsen and Hans Niemann: The cheating row that's blowing up the chess world

Magnus Carlsen's apparent accusation against Hans Niemann is the biggest chess scandal in years. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/XLM8pug

EuroMillions result: UK ticket-holder wins £171m jackpot

If they are a single player, the win would make them richer than Adele or Ozzy Osbourne. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/j0f2i93

Iran protests: US to ease internet curbs for Iranians

The move comes after Iran tries to clamp down on internet freedom to stamp out widespread protests. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/shdWA8f

Italy 1-0 England: Gareth Southgate's side relegated after Nations League defeat

England are relegated to the Nations League second tier for the first time following defeat by Italy in Milan. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/apqrWdf

Bird strike stops train dead in its tracks for hours

A bird strike caused train damage, leaving passengers stuck on board for three hours in Norfolk. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LbDxd7K

Africa Eye: One man's search for a new life in Europe

Africa Eye investigates the struggles facing illegal migrants between Nigeria and Europe. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oCkplEQ

Strictly Come Dancing 2022: 15 things we found out about this year's stars

Matt Goss, Ellie Simmonds and other stars of the new Strictly Come Dancing series spill the beans. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/XTNWno1

The firms making flour from mushrooms and cauliflower

The search for wheat alternatives is being driven by a demand for healthier diets and food security. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/iFkOLJK

The Papers: 'UK heads into recession' and 'tax cut bonanza'

A difficult economic outlook faces the UK and the government's plans to cut taxes lead the front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Jyti1xf

Church of England bars Desmond Tutu's daughter from leading funeral

The Church of England would not allow her to take the funeral because she is married to a woman. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bhZmrQ9

Dozens of migrants killed as boat sinks off Syrian coast

The boats carrying more than 100 people had set off from near the Lebanese port city of Tripoli. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/J9qYRgP

Leicester disorder: Independent review to be held

A total of 47 people have been arrested following unrest in the city over the past few weeks. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mcykT1z

Child heard crying as mobilised Russian men leave to fight

A child can be heard crying 'Daddy, goodbye' in a video shared on Russian social media from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Tz9gHkr

UK interest rates: Rise expected and what that means for you

The Bank of England will announce its decision later with a seventh consecutive rise expected. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/CticPZ4

Trumps inflated net worth by billions, says NY state lawsuit

Along with three of his children, the ex-president is accused of lying to "unjustly enrich himself". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LdusM2q

Huddersfield stabbing: Boy, 15, dies after attack outside school

Police in Huddersfield begin a murder investigation after the incident on Wednesday afternoon. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Xrz63NI

The Papers: 'Putin's nuclear threat' and 'Russians see red'

Russia's mobilisation of 300,000 reservists and threats to use nuclear weapons dominate the front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/P8LrBCN

Ukraine war: Foreign secretary to confront Russia over atrocities at UN meeting

The foreign secretary will demand justice in a meeting with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/aT4IFuD

'Truly remarkable' drug helps motor neurone disease

Scientists say they have slowed and partially reversed damage, marking a "new era" in the disease. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5s0Y7uE

Ukraine war: Putin raises the stakes in a dangerous game

When faced with a choice, Vladimir Putin always seems to choose escalation, writes the BBC's Russia editor. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/q8Oyzec

Business energy bills could be cut by a third under government plan

Jacob Rees-Mogg is expected to announce a cap on wholesale energy costs for business customers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/cyxBTPO

Emiliano Sala: Pilot told friend doomed plane was 'dodgy'

Pilot heard a "bang" while flying the plane, as fresh CCTV shows Emiliano Sala shortly before crash. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bOQYzce

Ed Sheeran: I wouldn't be here without Jamal Edwards

The star says he owes his career to the SBTV founder while performing at a memorial gala in London. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/GlyoIVJ

Newspaper headlines: 'Freedom begins with tax cuts' and 'modern monarchy'

The prime minister's proposals to slash taxes and plans for a slimmed down Royal Family lead the papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xhHFpaM

Why is Russia calling 'votes' in occupied Ukraine?

Russia is losing its war in Ukraine and now four regions say they will hold self-styled referendums. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Ehixu8N

M62 shooting: Armed officer 'leant out of car and shot Yassar Yaqub'

The inquest hears how an armed officer shot Yassar Yaqub on the M62 near Huddersfield. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AOdGiVv

Grand Theft Auto VI footage leaked after hack, developer Rockstar confirms

More than 90 images and videos were leaked from the franchise's next instalment, developer Rockstar confirms. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SxwZs8d

Reliance Industries: Daughter rises in Mukesh Ambani’s succession plan

Isha Ambani has been groomed to join the Reliance empire, unlike other women in her family. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oRxBFrh

The papers: 'Carried to her rest' and an 'outpouring of love'

All the papers are dedicated to the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, who has been laid to rest in Windsor. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/tM9uE6e

Mahsa Amini: Iran police say woman's death was 'unfortunate'

Mahsa Amini, 22, collapsed after being held by morality police for allegedly breaking hijab rules. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0LM5SAH

Adnan Syed: Conviction overturned in Serial podcast murder case

Prosecutors last week asked the court to vacate the conviction and release Syed pending a retrial. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6P2z4Ae

Tremor shakes Mexico City on quake anniversary

The 7.6 magnitude quake hit Mexico as the country marked the 2017 and 1985 shocks left thousands dead. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kry4fE8

What the queue says about our relationship with royalty

Nick Robinson delves into the archive to explore the significance of the queue to see the Queen's lying-in-state. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/s658mzS

Queen Elizabeth's funeral: Order of service

The service will pay tribute to the Queen's "remarkable reign", Buckingham Palace says, from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LpYj7KV

Davis Cup: Andy Murray hopes still to be selected for Great Britain

Andy Murray says he hopes to "still be selected for the Davis Cup in the future" after he helped Great Britain to a 2-1 victory over Kazakhstan. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pCSABVa

Roberto de Zerbi: Brighton appoint Italian as manager

Brighton name former Shakhtar Donetsk and Sassuolo manager Roberto de Zerbi as Graham Potter's replacement. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wabpzr2

Man charged over Queen coffin incident

A 28-year-old has been charged with a public order offence for allegedly approaching the Queen's coffin. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/x1yChn0

Bastille: Why the band are making music for 'dystopian' days

The indie-pop band on soundtracking strange times, being more present and escaping to the metaverse. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/FTO69NL

The Papers: 'Together for Granny' and 'surrounded by love'

A vigil for the Queen held by Princes Harry and William and their cousins leads Sunday's front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/P1kqGW4

Police call for calm amid Leicester disorder

A witness said hundreds of people had filled the streets, as police issue dispersal orders. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0WqrwaF

Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers vows 'to fight on' - but can he survive?

Will Brendan Rodgers keep his job at Leicester City after their 6-2 hammering at Tottenham? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xO8mKYg

Son Heung-min: Tottenham forward revels in match-winning hat-trick, but is he back to his best?

Tottenham's Son Heung-min ends his barren six-game spell with a devastating 13-minute hat-trick, so is the 30-year-old back to his best? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sYyIh3K

Maya Le Tissier: 'Man Utd debutant can become a star'

Manchester United manager Marc Skinner says summer signing Maya Le Tissier can become "a real star". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/laTNdrC

IHG hack: 'Vindictive' couple deleted hotel chain data for fun

The pair, who say they are from Vietnam, wiped out IHG group data after a foiled ransomware attack. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lBaRTU4

Davis Cup: Great Britain lose 2-1 against Netherlands and fail to qualify for knockout stage

GB fail to reach the Davis Cup knockout stage after Andy Murray and Joe Salisbury lose a thrilling key doubles rubber against the Netherlands. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9BdPz1W

The Papers: 'Vigil for mama' and 'silence speaks volumes'

Poignant photos of the King and his siblings guarding their mother's coffin feature on many front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vxo2Xrt

Nottingham Forest 2-3 Fulham: Stunning six-minute comeback seals away win

Fulham score three goals in six minutes to come from behind and beat Nottingham Forest in an entertaining fixture at the City Ground. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QS0Gjl5

Premier League fans pay tribute to the Queen

Premier League clubs pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II as English top-flight fixtures resume on Friday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/g7KaukS

Ukraine counter-offensive won't change Russia's plans – Putin

In his first public comments about Ukraine's recent successes, President Putin says he is in "no hurry". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4b8vPke

King Charles leads vigil beside Queen's coffin

The monarch was joined by his three siblings for a vigil as the Queen lies in state at Westminster Hall. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ilngJy1

The Papers: 'William's agony' and 'Mother's heartbreak' over Olivia

The front pages look at Prince William's tribute to the Queen as more funeral details are released. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KPejp8X

US midterms 2022: Tracking Trump's 'extraordinary' endorsement spree

A look at Donald Trump's midterms endorsements - who he backed, and the races he couldn't swing. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/y5dKEOc

Will I get a Covid booster this autumn?

Over-50s can get another Covid booster, as can younger people who are at higher risk, and NHS staff. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/chiszpl

Quiz of the week: Who tasted success at the Emmys?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/54LZxru

Roger Federer retires: Swiss legend a tennis great who reached sporting perfection

The retiring Roger Federer is a sporting great who reached perfection to endear himself to fans and transcend his sport. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/EALnoaI

England v India: Sophia Dunkley and Alice Capsey shine as hosts secure 2-1 series victory in third Twenty20

England beat India by seven wickets to win the third and final Twenty20 at Bristol and complete a 2-1 series victory. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vELmBde

Ukraine round-up: Inside freed city and Russia's prison recruits

The aftermath of Russia's occupation described - while its prison inmates are wooed by mercenaries. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/b7qfnzH

Astronomy Photographer of the Year: 'Once in a lifetime' picture of comet wins award

Winning images of the mysterious and beautiful parts of our Universe are on display in London. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IpZznb5

Patagonia: Billionaire boss of fashion retailer gives company away

Yvon Chouinard will give all of the fashion company's profits to a charity fighting climate change. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sXxntY1

The Papers: 'Nation says farewell' in 'the long goodbye'

The front pages focus on the Queen's coffin being taken to Westminster Hall where the public are paying their respects. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pQLrJ2j

California drought: On patrol with the celebrity 'water police'

In drought-stricken California, trouble brews for famous water hogs like Kevin Hart and the Kardashians. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Xj9oh0w

Queen Elizabeth II: Hong Kong's grief sends message to Beijing

The display of affection is also a way to express unhappiness at the situation in the former colony. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ePs8luR

Magdalena Andersson: Swedish PM resigns as right-wing parties win vote

The nation's first elected female leader is narrowly defeated in a major shift for Sweden. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gkDbL7V

Police take to rooftops and manholes ahead of funeral for massive security operation

As emperors, kings, queens and presidents descend on London, police have embarked on a huge operation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/BSFxvH4

Queen lying in state: Queuing through the night to 'say hello and goodbye'

People are queuing through the night for the chance to walk past the Queen's coffin in Westminster. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YKo7Wdr

Queen Elizabeth II: Woolly postbox topper tributes appear across England

The Royal Mail says it admires the "creativity" that has gone into producing the toppers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/P1y0SYT

Queen Elizabeth II: What her death means to Malaysia

Tributes are paid to Queen Elizabeth amid calls for the Commonwealth to be reformed for a new age. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/svWKGY8

Clarence House staff told jobs are at risk

Redundancies are "unavoidable" following King Charles III's accession, a spokesman says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UTLYKc1

Kenneth Starr: Clinton investigator dead at 76

Kenneth Starr became a household name for his investigation into Bill Clinton in the late 1990s. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/cBgnHli

The Queen's journey to lying-in-state

Her coffin travels from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall, where the public can pay their respects. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UKReHnb

Ukraine war: What will Russia's losses mean for Putin?

Questions are being asked as even state media reported the "tough" week, says the BBC's Russia editor. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2ziPbK7

Charles will not cool on climate action, say friends

The new monarch’s views on environmental issues are well known but will they influence his reign? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/cN3DMJa

Queen Elizabeth II: Extra trains planned for mourners headed to London

A rail industry group says it is doing all it can to ensure people can pay their respects to the Queen. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vTxj6dz

Ukraine war: A successful surprise attack - but danger still looms

The BBC's defence correspondent looks at what's behind Ukraine's potential breakthrough in the east. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/yFgAivz

Chris Kaba: Met suspends officer who shot dead unarmed man

The police watchdog has opened a homicide investigation over the death of the 23-year-old. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/utZb4cD

Queen's lying-in-state: What we know of the plans

Here's what we know about plans for the public viewing of the Queen's coffin. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Tk8czOE

Lynette White: Tony Paris, one of Cardiff Three, dies

Tony Paris was wrongly jailed for the murder of Lynette White in Cardiff Bay in 1990. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/FVniz6W

National League games to go ahead from Monday as football restarts in England

National League fixtures will go ahead on Monday after football paused as a mark of respect following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Wg06ZCM

Plans for the Queen's lying in state and funeral

Here's what we know about plans for the public viewing of the Queen's coffin and her state funeral. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/46lW9j2

Sweden election: Result could take days as vote too close to call

Anti-immigration Sweden Democrats set to become the second largest party with vote too close to call. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3PziqjV

Scotland prepares to say its final farewell to the Queen

The public can view the Queen's coffin in Edinburgh after a procession and service at St Giles' Cathedral. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sVkepXS

Gordonstoun: The Scottish school that educated a king

The decision for the future King Charles to be educated at Gordonstoun was a departure from the royal norm. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Dhqu7IN

Tom Scholar: Former top civil servants hit out at Treasury boss sacking

Sir Tom Scholar's sacking compromises the civil service's independence, a former cabinet secretary says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2PlHsfw

The route from Balmoral to Edinburgh

The public can pay their respects as the coffin lies at rest at St Giles Cathedral in Scotland's capital. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qxLK9we

King Charles III: His first few days

When the Queen died the throne passed immediately to Charles. We look back on his first moments as King. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Jj7gPv4

Memories of Queen on coffin's route to Edinburgh

Her cortege from Balmoral to Edinburgh will wend its way past the villages, towns and cities she knew so well. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pBwMiDj

How can I pay my respects to the Queen?

Want to lay flowers or sign a book of condolence to remember the Queen? Here's what you need to know. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KY6FAJX

Chris Mason: Vivid interactions between Crown and parliament

In the coming days, the new head of state, the King, and the PM will visit Edinburgh, Belfast and Cardiff. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Fbk1iPm

William and Harry united in grief

What messages were sent by Prince William and Catherine, Prince Harry and Meghan, appearing together? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bKuVMtp

William, Harry, Meghan and Kate on walkabout outside Windsor

Thousands of people had gathered throughout the day outside the castle before the four arrived. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Ub5MGE2

Air pollution cancer breakthrough will rewrite the rules

Research shows that cancers might not always be caused by DNA mutations, as previously thought. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YlCtX26

'She was a neighbour, more than just the Queen'

Villagers in Ballater, near Balmoral, regarded the Queen as a friendly member of their community. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VOHc9S4

Charles III to be proclaimed king at historic ceremony

The first televised Accession Council comes as the King pledges to follow his mother's life of service. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gIxVQJv

Sweden election: Gang shootings cast shadow over vote

Violent crime is a top issue for voters going to the polls on Sunday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2v8HwC0

In pictures: Sydney darkens opera house as world mourns

Condolences pour in from around the globe following news of the British monarch's death. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/b4GxmWh

William and Kate made Prince and Princess of Wales

King Charles III names William and his wife Catherine as the Prince and Princess of Wales. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QK3Stgm

Chris Kaba: Police shooting of unarmed man treated as homicide

The police watchdog said this "does not mean that criminal charges will necessarily follow". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mihCTZ6

What is the UK inflation rate and why is the cost of living rising?

The price of the things we spend our money on is rising at its highest rate for 40 years. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6rx4WcM

Queen Elizabeth II: Plans for her lying in state and funeral

Here's what we know about plans for the public viewing of the Queen's coffin and her state funeral. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sm03HBw

A queen in waiting: Elizabeth II's childhood years

The young Princess Elizabeth spent her childhood in the spotlight. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2dqsPBm

Steve Bannon charged with fraud over border wall fundraiser

Prosecutors say the Trump ally diverted hundreds of thousands of dollars from the campaign to two associates. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mwatC3D

Queen Elizabeth II: Former prime ministers reflect on monarch's reign

They share recollections of their meetings with the monarch and the impression she left on them. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/P3wizkm

Queen Elizabeth II: Crowds of mourners gather at Buckingham Palace

Crowds assemble outside Buckingham Palace to pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/I7i31Ap

Some strike action cancelled after the Queen's death

Strike action by postal workers and RMT train staff has been cancelled following the death of the Queen. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/dyF1Lmu

Domestic abuse: Forensic marker spray helps victims rebuild lives

There are calls for the gadget, issued by West Yorkshire Police, to be used more across England and Wales. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/y93vw8z

Russia sanctions: How can the world cope without its oil and gas?

Many countries are heavily dependent on Russian energy and will need to find new suppliers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rzb2FBL

Chris Kaba's mother: 'My heart is broken'

The parents of Chris Kaba, a 23-year-old man shot by police, accuse the Metropolitan Police of racism. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/dZGTW0V

Royal Mail staff announce fresh strikes over pay

Further dates for walkouts are announced by staff in the Communication Workers Union. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VBg6plA

Liz Truss installs allies in key cabinet roles

Kwasi Kwarteng is in as chancellor and Therese Coffey deputy PM, as Liz Truss unveils her top team. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5yCJQoK

Free school meals launch in Wales for children seven and under

Universal free school meals have begun for some ages, with all primary pupils to be covered by 2024. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6N9tX7b

Liz Truss: New cabinet a near total purge of Sunak backers

The dominance of Truss campaign supporters in cabinet is already prompting grumbling among some Tory MPs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gdaEsqH

Bedfordshire Police apologise to Potton man, 81, for arrest injuries

Malcolm Emery was handcuffed by officers who had "mistakenly" been to his home. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/isQNvMD

Powys: Farm flooded for reservoir emerges following dry spell

Farm buildings that vanished beneath a reservoir can be seen again due to recent dry months from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sg7H4Bj

New cabinet: Who is in Liz Truss's top team?

A guide to the people in Prime Minister Liz Truss's cabinet, with the new faces, as well as those who have changed roles. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QDGvye8

Welsh charity cyclists in Spain get £7k bike customs charge

A charity bike ride in Spain incurred such a high tariff, the cycling club could fold. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/cRZFdE9

New shared banking hubs to open in 13 more places

Customers of any bank will be able to withdraw and deposit cash, but the new hubs will not open immediately. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sCpJ8Qx

Hermit faces eviction from beachside cave home

Nisim has spent almost 50 years building and decorating his home in the Israeli town of Herzliya. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/J9UEPmO

Dublin: Andy Cash charged with murdering his three siblings

Andy Cash is accused of killing eight-year-old twins Chelsea and Christy Cawley and Lisa Cash, 18. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/o5ptVR7

Benjamin Mendy: Woman woke up with footballer raping her, court told

The woman told detectives she woke up to find the footballer on top of her, his trial hears. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/tA7Rfl3

NHS whistleblower Shyam Kumar wins case against regulator

Orthopaedic surgeon Shyam Kumar worked as a special adviser on hospital inspections. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kMf5Rir

Japan's female bosses mapping a course for other women

Female bosses remain a small minority in Japan, but efforts continue to increase their numbers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/OdtL0BN

Energy costs: How do older people plan to cope?

"If I didn't laugh, I'd cry but there's no point - it's not going to get me anywhere," says Susan, 67. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4tBUVHC

The Papers: 'PM-in-waiting' as 'talks held to freeze bills'

The package Liz Truss could introduce in her presumptive first week in No 10 leads Monday's papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Ue80Dxr

US Open: Coco Gauff beats Zhang Shuai to reach last eight in New York

Coco Gauff reaches her maiden US Open quarter-final with a straight-set victory over China's Zhang Shuai. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4d0hzPD

Mystery as private plane crashes into Baltic Sea

Nato scrambled jets to follow the aircraft on its erratic flight across Europe towards Latvia. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/8nN9wP1

Strictly Come Dancing: New dancers to perform with full cast

The new dancers will perform a cinematic routine alongside returning professionals in the launch show. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/T15mCkP

Klyuchevskaya Sopka: Climbers killed during a fall on Russian volcano

Six people are known to have died and rescuers are unable to reach survivors, local media say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/NAP4lye

Covid booster: Who will get another jab this autumn?

Over-50s can have another Covid booster, and younger people who are at higher risk and NHS staff. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/H3z51SZ

The Papers: 'Tory in-fighting' and 'price to avoid world war'

Sunday's papers focus on calls for the Tory party to unite around the next PM, and the energy crisis. from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-the-papers-62783494?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA

Calais: Ferry companies apologise for long waits

Travellers returning home from their summer breaks in France report lengthy queues at the French port. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/G8Y6ydo

Family of Sikh priest attacked in Manchester appeal for help

CCTV showed the victim was assaulted by an unknown male and "left in a pool of blood", his family say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/TFjmLtx

Nasa: Artemis Moon rocket to make second launch attempt

After Monday's scrubbed lift-off bid, the Space Launch System rocket is about to give it another go. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2W9KrVo

The Papers: 'Snap election next year' and energy crisis latest

Saturday's papers focus on plans to tackle soaring energy bills as well as preparations for a snap election. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3mcXr8G

Cristina Fernández de Kirchner: Argentines rally after botched assassination attempt

Thousands of protesters denounce political violence after a man aimed a gun at the vice-president. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lIxGgQa

Godiva Festival: Monastery bandmates get engaged onstage

Liv Gardner of Monastery says she is "in another world" after being proposed to. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/tZ7Ri0P

US Open: Andy Murray loses to Matteo Berrettini in New York

Andy Murray's hopes of reaching the fourth round of a major for the first time since 2017 are ruined by Italy's Matteo Berrettini at the US Open. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ZW0I1mJ

Gotabaya Rajapaksa: Sri Lanka's ousted former president returns

Gotabaya Rajapaksa is back in the country just weeks after anti-government protests drove him from office. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/uBgjhT1

The inside scoop on ice cream innovation

It is one of our favourite treats, but just what really goes into getting ice cream onto your cone? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/npLkBWP

When are the second cost-of-living payment and £400 energy rebate due?

More payments to help with the cost of living will be paid later in the year as bills soar. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LiBGIuK

January 6: Ex-police officer gets record 10-year sentence over Capitol riots

Thomas Webster, 56, attacked officers with a metal flagpole during the riots in January 2021. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Lwz890k

Earthquake rocks Liechtenstein Parliament... during earthquake debate

The moment a tremor hits the Liechtenstein Parliament building causing the session to be paused. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/jDx8RGU

OnlyFans pays owner $500m after spike in users

The platform, which is known for hosting adult content, has seen users increase since the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/iJHUpYD

Laughs on the sofa and TV mishaps - remembering Bill Turnbull

Friends and colleagues share personal stories of Bill Turnbull who has died at the age of 66. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/NEnf9Zp

Africa's oldest dinosaur found in Zimbabwe

The skeleton of a long-necked Mbiresaurus raathi is believed to be more than 230 million years old. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xrSjpOA