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Climate change: How it's endangering Australian wine

Australia is already home to some of the hottest and driest wine regions on the planet. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/h4O87jV

The Papers: Cancer nurses strike, and £19bn unclaimed benefits

Monday's front pages carry a mix of stories, including the 28-hour nurses strike in England. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9QnFiD1

Pope Francis urges Hungarians to 'open doors' to migrants

The pontiff addressed up to 100,000 people, including Hungary's nationalist PM Viktor Orban. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/FY6WE9N

Bulgari store in Paris robbed in broad daylight

Video shows suspects making a getaway on motorbikes from the city's flagship Bulgari store. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Y9QscDX

Sudan crisis: Chaos at port as thousands rush to leave

The BBC's Chief International Correspondent Lyse Doucet reports from Port Sudan as thousands flee. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/GMWiPkc

Nurses' strike: 28-hour strike over pay under way

It will be the largest industrial action by nurses so far and risks patients' safety, NHS bosses say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7lanQ6B

The enduring call of Local Hero 40 years on

The village of Pennan and its red phone box were made famous by the classic 1983 Bill Forsyth movie. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/MtJGn1q

How taking it slow could help protect our money

A culture of instant buying, paying, and delivery brings convenience but could expose our finances to harm. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AV69JDg

Orkney ferry runs aground after smoke in engine room

A lifeboat has been sent and everyone on board is safe, says the ferry company. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/26ESKgL

Guardian apologises over cartoon of BBC chairman Richard Sharp

An image depicting Richard Sharp has been criticised by Jewish groups and removed from the paper's website. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sf0nMTa

Turkey's President Erdogan back on campaign trail after illness

The Turkish leader holds a rally in the opposition stronghold of Izmir after falling ill on Tuesday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0NtJ1Ln

Coronation Street actor Barbara Young dies in Cambridge aged 92

Young, who also starred in Last of the Summer Wine, was warm-hearted and brilliant, her family say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wNWPg75

Sudan crisis: The football coach forced to flee Khartoum

Florent Ibenge, in charge of the country's leading club, hopes to be reunited with his players soon. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/GlkZJDr

The Papers: BBC chair quits and 'new King for our times'

Most papers report on Richard Sharp's resignation after a report found he breached public appointments rules. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QCf5v2p

King Charles coronation: Does Scotland want its kilted king?

Charles is a king with his heart in the Highlands, but is Scotland ready to claim him as its own? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/i3feWI9

World Snooker Championship 2023: Si Jiahui leads Luca Brecel in semi-final

Chinese debutant Si Jiahui leads Luca Brecel 14-10 in a thrilling World Championship semi-final in Sheffield. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/O8WDRCJ

Late Turner winner keeps Man Utd title dream alive

Manchester United move six points clear at the top of the Women's Super League after Millie Turner's stoppage time header secured victory at Aston Villa. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/i5mx8bg

The Israeli plan to fit a fusion reactor into a container

Israel's NT-Tao wants to build a compact fusion reactor and has won investment from Honda. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SBI8Uoy

Emmett Till accuser Carolyn Brant dies at 88

The black teenager's lynching in 1955 at the hands of her husband spurred the US civil rights movement. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VtkHL4i

The Papers: 'Vindictive' rail unions and Springer's 'goodbye and take care'

Friday's front headlines cover the latest rail strikes announced and the death of Jerry Springer. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DF1qsb6

Ukraine war: Partisan attack kills police chief in Russian-occupied Melitopol

Oleksandr Mishchenko died in an explosion outside his apartment block in the city of Melitopol. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KX06rIs

Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell pranked by Russians

Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell is the latest personality to be pranked by comedians. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/G9Jd3US

Benhall stabbing: Boy detained for life after girl left paralysed

The 16-year-old victim is left mostly paralysed from the neck down following the attack in Suffolk. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kMn8HKA

Shooting am African TV drama with novices amid real gunfire

Director Ahmed Farah was inspired to make the series after hearing young people talk on TikTok. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/OF6J0gD

The Papers: Coronation invite 'backlash' and 'more police on streets'

Thursday's headlines criticise Coronation guests and includes plans to get police back on streets. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IQ5VWcJ

Fugees' Pras Michel found guilty of illegal lobbying

The rapper is found guilty of taking money from a fugitive billionaire to influence US politics. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lRYjgpA

Eurovision 2023: King Charles and Camilla unveil song contest stage in Liverpool

The royal couple have been visiting Liverpool as the city prepares to host Eurovision in May. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gsA12Qp

Midwives in England accept NHS pay offer

The offer covers two years, including an additional one-off payment for 2022/23 and a 5% pay rise. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/uaY3x9N

Ukraine war: Sniper kills fixer and wounds Italian reporter in Ukraine

Bogdan Bitik was killed and Corrado Zunino hit by suspected Russian fire in the Kherson region. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lmjRsrg

SNP donations will not be reimbursed, says Yousaf

Money given for independence campaigning will not be returned if a second referendum does not take place. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0qfSrin

Norway criticises Sweden's response after research rocket goes awry

Oslo says it was not properly informed after a research rocket accidentally hit its territory. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YIArz98

Sudan evacuation: The perilous journey facing UK nationals trying to flee

The UK has started evacuations - but not everyone is able to reach the airfield in Khartoum. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rfYdLAC

Prince Harry relentless in personal press battle

Prince Harry's latest case over phone hacking is a family drama as well as a courtroom drama. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xryBtPI

Sudan: First evacuation flight of UK nationals lands in Cyprus

Two more RAF flights are expected overnight, as the military attempts to get hundreds out of the country. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/cAfeomO

British American Tobacco to pay $635m for North Korea sanctions breaches

British American Tobacco says it regrets violating sanctions by selling to Pyongyang from 2007 and 2017. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/8nmQlgK

Facebook work filtering posts 'cost me my humanity'

Screening out extreme content left him numb to suffering, a former Kenya-based worker tells the BBC. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/aGCRtBF

Fruit producers turn to nets for better crops

Rigging nets over trees can protect them from unwanted bugs and extreme weather. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/afg1G5q

The Papers: 'Get them out' of Sudan and Len gets 'a perfect 10'

Tuesday's papers cover Britons stuck in Sudan and many picture tributes to former Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman following his death. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5pHj3vR

SNP working towards deadline to file accounts - Yousaf

The first minister spoke after meeting the PM in London for the first time since taking office. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SrPtgjx

Ministers in legal move to cut nurse strike short

Health secretary asks judges to rule whether union has mandate for the last day of its next walkout. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ox3ZDCg

Bomb survivor stays true to FA Cup promise

Martin Hibbert promised the paramedic who saved his life he would take him to a United FA Cup final. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QK3Lzc1

Fifa game successor EA Sports FC set for kick-off

Work has started on introducing the successor to the famous football game. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SBD4FRk

Maleficent: Dragon catches fire during Disneyland show in LA

Maleficent the fire-breathing dragon dramatically went up in flames during Saturday's live show. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/dYximrT

The Papers: Labour racism row and Britons rescued from Sudan

Diane Abbott loses the Labour whip and Britons being evacuated from war-torn Sudan lead Monday's papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DRU96CM

Derby: Man charged over fatal dog attack at house

Wayne Stevens, 51, died after being injured by a dog that was shot dead by police. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/cCSMou7

Kenya cult deaths: 47 bodies found in investigation into 'starvation cult'

A preacher in custody allegedly told followers to starve themselves in order to "meet Jesus". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/RfxFYar

What photo ID do you need to vote in UK elections?

Voters have only a few days left to apply for an alternative ID ahead of elections on 4 May. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HuyhMlz

Fans speechless after spectacular Wrexham promotion

The club has returned to the football league two years after its Hollywood owners took charge. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LKhuRI9

Brecon Beacons: Bannau Brycheiniog rebrand shows why names matter

It seems everyone has an opinion on the newly rebranded Bannau Brycheiniog - but why do names matter? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UT9vuCk

Wrexham promoted back to Football League as Paul Mullin scores twice

Paul Mullin is the hero as Wrexham came from behind to beat Boreham Wood to seal the National League title and a return to the Football League after a 15-year absence. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4JZ0pm7

Extinction Rebellion: Climate activists stage Earth Day demonstration

Some protesters lay down for a "die-in" to show "humans will not survive if nothing is done about climate change". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vCtM42I

Week in pictures: 15-21 April 2023

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken in the past seven days. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/PWHkNjh

Councillor suspended for 'Wales is for Welsh people' rant

Terry Davies was suspended after being found to have used discriminatory language. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KiI8BVY

The Papers: 'Raab quits in fury' and 'tone-deaf resignation'

Former deputy PM Dominic Raab's resignation leads most of Saturday's front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WcJbRHi

Arsenal 3-3 Southampton: Premier League leaders fight back to draw third game in a row

Premier League leaders Arsenal score two late goals as they fight back to draw a thriller at home to struggling Southampton. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Q3W9skr

Dominic Raab hits out at 'activist civil servants' after resignation

The ex-deputy PM blames "over-unionised" officials for blocking his reforms in a BBC interview. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fOHwzm9

The tech entrepreneur betting he can get younger

Millions of dollars are being poured into research to find ways of making lives longer and healthier. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/XG64bqu

Cocaine smuggling submarine reveals Europe's drug crisis

The carbon fibre vessel took three men and $150m of drugs from the Amazon rainforest to Spain. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6EyRcYz

Maine energy: Much delayed US-Canada hydro project gets go-ahead

A Maine referendum had dealt a blow in 2021 to the $1bn New England Energy Connect project. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/tfK2W51

Former Cambridgeshire police officer guilty of raping girl

Detectives praise the victim for reporting the abuse which happened more than 30 years ago. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7BsFHe3

Watch: Final farewell to Paul O'Grady

Fans have lined the streets of Aldington in Kent for the funeral of the TV personality. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/PhgJXjy

Facebook owner Meta sees latest layoffs begin

The social media giant is under pressure after a sharp slowdown in its ads business last year. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KX7H9LI

Bank says no real risk in ringing for financial help

The boss of Santander says telling a bank you're struggling may not harm your credit rating. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/OhBJUSF

London Marathon 2023: Organisers receive 'unique' assurances over planned protests

London Marathon organisers have been given "unique" assurances by Extinction Rebellion over Sunday's planned protest. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qUEmVMv

Eurovision 2023: Alesha Dixon, Hannah Waddingham and Julia Sanina's responsibility to Ukraine

The presenters say it's "so much more than a competition", as Liverpool hosts on behalf of Ukraine. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/n8C4OJw

KitKat maker Nestle urged to cut unhealthy food sales

An activist shareholder group is calling on the food company to 'play its part' in global health. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Y9naMQV

London Marathon 2023: Radio 1's Adele Roberts targets a world record following 'second chance' after cancer

Radio 1 presenter and DJ Adele Roberts is targeting a world record at the London Marathon as she aims to make the most of her "second chance at life" after cancer. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Vp4F3tJ

The Papers: Starmer NHS pledge and MP anger over eco-protests

Calls for tougher penalties for eco-protesters and the Labour leader's pledge to reintroduce NHS targets leads several of Wednesday's papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AJU6HM2

Afghan economic hopes threatened by Taliban - UN

Donations to aid agencies are at risk of falling sharply, jeopardising signs of recovery, a UN report says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DKZX5Fm

Pakistan: Lorries crushed and buried in deadly landslide

At least two people died as dozens of vehicles were engulfed while en route to Afghanistan. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/dqJ1Frw

Chelsea 0-2 Real Madrid (Agg: 0-4): Blues exit Champions League as Real finish job

Real Madrid end Chelsea's hopes of Champions League success this season by completing a deserved quarter-final win in London. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2nF7fuC

Mystery spiral captivates aurora spectators in Alaska

Alaskan skywatchers were stunned by a mysterious spiral connected to SpaceX rocket launch. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AnG9qbW

Six injured and school locked down over dog attack

The school was placed in lockdown as parents were warned the dogs could "kill a human". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/r6mMlJL

The Papers: Sunak probe and King Charles' 'flantastic' quiche

The investigation into the prime minister's possible failure to declare an interest leads several of Tuesday's papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WUrCaDF

Supreme Court: Is India on the cusp of legalising same-sex marriage?

All eyes are on the Supreme Court as it readies to hear cases seeking legalisation of same-sex union. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1d0ltJk

Uganda's failure to jail child rapists as teen pregnancies soar

Corruption and the legacy of a brutal rebellion in the north halts the prosecution of perpetrators. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/yFEm3Rr

Primary school places: How can parents appeal over school places?

Children starting school in England and Wales in September 2023 are being offered school places. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lpfDEFw

How artificial intelligence is matching drugs to patients

Health-tech firms around the world are increasingly using AI to help tailor drugs for patients. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9mbg7fk

'We wish we could go back': Life in a war-torn Myanmar

The BBC visits Myanmar, where two years after the coup, fear and quiet defiance are everywhere. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fI8hbLF

Good Friday Agreement: Hillary Clinton urges NI parties to return to power sharing

The former US Secretary of State is in Belfast to mark 25 years since the Good Friday Agreement. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kb6OoSJ

Public emergency message released ahead of UK test

An alert will be sent to most smartphones at 15:00 BST on Sunday 23 April as part of a new warning system. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SMQ9cBr

Yemen war: Women facing daily struggle to survive

Many have lost their sons, husbands and brothers - and now face a daily struggle to survive. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KjuPrbS

US savers get savvy ditching and switching banks

A wave of transfers is hitting US banks, adding another wrinkle to challenges facing the financial system. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hM6D3IR

The Papers: Grand National protests and NHS 'mega strike'

Many of Sunday's papers focus on the protest by animal rights activists at Aintree. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Rw8yZse

Queen Elizabeth II: Council concerned over upkeep of Queen statue

Oakham Town Council has been asked to take on the maintenance costs of the 13ft (3.96m) statue. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7q5EKey

Ukraine war: In Kyiv, top officials shrug off US documents leak

Officials in Kyiv tell the BBC recent leaks of US intelligence didn't reveal any important information. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KMr5bd0

Meet the hacker armies on Ukraine's cyber front line

How links between ‘hacktivists’ and official military are becoming blurred on both sides in the war. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gdcoZNt

Katy Perry and Lionel Richie to perform at Coronation concert

The event, broadcast from Windsor Castle, also includes Take That and opera singer Andrea Bocelli. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2SmCAbv

The Script guitarist Mark Sheehan dies aged 46

The Irish rock band said Sheehan died in hospital on Friday after a brief illness. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rKlSCjU

Lisandro Martinez: Manchester United defender out for rest of season with fractured foot

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez will miss the rest of the season after fracturing a metatarsal bone in his foot against Sevilla on Thursday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/jeCIu6A

The Highland roofer aiming high with Banksy-style work

He incorporates designs into roofs including one depicting Banksy's Girl with Balloon, in Inverness. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sDbAdFO

North Korea tests 'most powerful' missile to date

It says the new solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile will improve its nuclear counterattack capability. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Ervjfb6

The dove or the dog: China makes peace while baring teeth

As Beijing tries to play peacemaker, its military actions over Taiwan threaten to undercut its goals. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sSLzRXW

US gun control: What is the NRA and why is it so powerful?

The National Rifle Association plays a central role in the contentious issue of US gun control. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5flTCzA

18,000 cows killed in Texas dairy farm explosion

Animal welfare activists say the incident is "by far" the deadliest barn fire in recent memory. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6n75Uvo

Ministers propose stricter rules for holiday lets

Turning homes into short-term lets would require planning permission under government plans. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/P8TX0lC

Eggs becoming a luxury in Japan bird flu crisis

The soaring price of eggs has led to diners as well as McDonalds and 7-Eleven stores cutting back. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/r0xXKZN

Thomas Zilliacus withdraws Man Utd bid and says decision to have third round of bidding a 'farce'

Finnish entrepreneur Thomas Zilliacus withdraws his offer to buy Manchester United and says the decision of current owners the Glazers to go to a third round of bidding is a "farce". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/jDvB71K

Why no breakthrough in the junior doctors' strike?

Could the conciliation service Acas make any difference to the current impasse? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/w4M6Qsg

Arnold Schwarzenegger terminates neighbourhood pothole

The actor and former California governor fixed the road himself after his complaints went unanswered. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Afcz2tR

Changi Airport: Hanging out at the world's best airport

Singapore's Changi Airport is a particular point of pride in a country obsessed with rankings. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6a2vq5l

What is the gender pay gap where you work?

Use our interactive lookup tool to find out if men are paid more than women at your company. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/R2aIWBY

Tupperware: Why the household name could soon be history

The name is so familiar many do not even realise it is a brand - but the firm may be in deep trouble. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/CKu8AkT

Joe Biden in Belfast to mark 25th anniversary of Good Friday Agreement

The US president is met by Rishi Sunak at the start of his four-day trip to Northern Ireland and the Republic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sYJWBup

Chris Mason: Biden's blink and you'll miss it visit to NI

Despite months of diplomatic chatter, the US president's Northern Ireland trip does not amount to much. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/dhxuo0U

Western special forces inside Ukraine, leak shows

The UK has the largest contingent of special forces in Ukraine, according to a leaked classified file. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/jqWrZGf

More people entertaining at home as cost of living bites

Sales of home accessories and furniture rose in March as people ate out less to save money. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Q1sFWmA

Premier League title race: Arsenal & Man City's remaining fixtures

The remaining fixtures for Arsenal and Manchester City as the title race reaches a thrilling conclusion. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Iy93cvU

The Papers: NHS strike 'going to hurt' and Biden's Stormont hope

Tuesday's papers are dominated by the 96-hour junior doctors' strike, which kicks off in England at 07:00. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/N4x6YbO

Dean Smith: Leicester appoint ex-Norwich and Villa manager until end of season

Former Norwich, Aston Villa and Brentford boss Dean Smith is named manager of Premier League strugglers Leicester City until the end of the season from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fa230tZ

Louisville, Kentucky: Gunman kills four in bank shooting

Police confirm the gunman and four others died and nine were injured. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/MlyiUqm

Pierre Lacotte: French dancer who helped Rudolf Nureyev defect dies

Pierre Lacotte played a part in the Russian ballet star's escape from his KGB minders in Paris in 1961. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/x728afV

Lithium: A white gold rush excites Cornwall - but who gains?

Locals wonder who will benefit from the mining of a metal that's fuelling a "battery arms race". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Rq2iSB5

The papers: 'Starmer backs attack ad' and 'coronation details'

Monday's papers have a mix of leads, focusing on attack ads by Labour and details of next month's coronation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hUZaF7I

Unesco world heritage status: Seven sites win UK backing

York, Birkenhead Park and an iron age settlement in Shetland are among the sites being put forward. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9FrMCkG

Small boats: An asylum seeker's five-nation trek to sanctuary

Rayan travelled 4,000 miles before taking a small boat across the English channel crossing. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/eDhJilZ

Ukraine war: Who leaked top secret US documents - and why?

Almost 100 US defence department documents have been leaked - and it is unclear who will benefit. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/CdzFlQf

Twitter: BBC objects to 'government funded media' tag

Corporation says it wants to resolve issue after one of its main accounts receives new designation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2WCId3J

Metallica: How Earl Grey tea fuels the band's music

Drummer Lars Ulrich on his tea-drinking habit, buying a vinyl factory and Metallica's new album. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/K5iZy93

Eurovision 2023: Airbnb host tried to increase rent from £465 to over £2,000

Roy Henry says the host he booked with tried to raise the price from £465 to more than £2,000. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IsvZ8Jo

Junior doctor strike: Union's pay demands 'unrealistic', says Steve Barclay

Many junior doctors are set to take part in a four-day walkout after the Easter weekend as part of an ongoing pay dispute. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/NIBJAMs

Dozens killed in 'barbaric' Burkina Faso attacks

Nobody has claimed responsibility for the attacks that left 44 dead, but jihadist violence in the northern Sahel is common. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/PXAlFuD

Giant sketch in field marks Picasso death anniversary

Dario Gambarin used a tractor to create a portrait of Pablo Picasso on wasteland. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4YRSFp5

British-Israeli sisters killed in West Bank shooting named

Maya and Rina Dee were named in a tweet by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lqg34OT

Eurovision hits meet Liverpool humour in Jonathan Harvey's A Thong For Europe

Sonia, Lulu and Conchita Wurst inspire a musical written in weeks for Liverpool by Jonathan Harvey. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/egUqO4C

The papers: 'Brits shot in West Bank' and 'coronation invites'

Friday's papers feature coronation invites for charity workers and a shooting in the West Bank. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ivWfrz9

Mifepristone: US judge halts approval for abortion pill

US judge halts approval for commonly used abortion pill mifepristone, but gives government a week to appeal. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VvKNHiJ

Masters play suspended as trees fall close to crowd

Play is suspended on day two of the Masters after trees fall across the 17th tee at Augusta because of storms. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xONqQPd

Dice roll settles tie in small Wisconsin town election

A dice roll instead of a coin flip was considered the fairest as both sides can participate. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rQCvt56

Paul Cattermole: Look back at S Club 7 singer's life

S Club 7 were one of the biggest acts of the early 2000s and had announced a comeback tour. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vbMa7pB

Body of Newbold teenager missing since February found in quarry

Toby Burwell, 17, is believed to have got into difficulty while swimming in a quarry. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/dl7BjMh

What we can learn from a lonely death in social housing

Bureaucracy, isolation and government mistakes all led to a woman lying dead in her London flat for two years. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4aZVLnF

US President Joe Biden expected to visit only one NI venue

An invitation to address the Stormont assembly has also been turned down, BBC News NI understands. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UKfNpgt

Ugandan minister held over theft of 14,500 roof sheets

Mary Goretti Kitutu denies involvement in the theft of roofing intended for Ugandan communities. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Z5VpW62

MP Scott Benton claims ways around hospitality rules

The MP was suspended by the Tories after being filmed offering to lobby ministers for a fake company. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/d4TLhFH

Russia-Ukraine war: Iga Swiatek says tennis could have done better 'from the beginning'

A ban on Russian and Belarusian players by tennis authorities would have sent a strong message, says world number one Iga Swiatek. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QbjYKil

Eurovision 2023: Every song ranked, from Albania to the UK

All 37 countries have now submitted their entries. But which are the gems and what are the duds? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sbomij2

Inside the life coaching cult that takes over lives

Lighthouse separates people from loved ones and harasses critics, an 18-month BBC investigation finds. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/c12wNVT

Contaminated blood inquiry: Dad wants family's pain recognised

Tony Summer's son Paul died, aged 44, in 2008 after contracting HIV and hepatitis C in his teens. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/uSoJk7t

Cat jumps on imam leading Ramadan prayers in Algeria

A video shows a cat jumping on the shoulders of an imam during Taraweeh prayers inside a mosque. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/m0gJ4ld

Businesses in NI face perfect storm warning

The new financial year can bring an increase in many costs from wages to business rates. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LQAfl5i

Who is Karen McDougal? The second woman in the case

The former Playboy model is mentioned in the indictment against the former president. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7TpKqFA

The historic arraignment in 60 seconds

Donald Trump had an unprecedented day in New York City, pleading not guilty to 34 felony charges. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HpR1L9k

What felony charges does the ex-president face?

Now the indictment against the former US president has been unsealed, here is what you need to know. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/JA1WSuy

The major players at Trump's arraignment

A who's who look at the people sitting front and centre at Donald Trump's court appearance. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wi2mP1V

Watch stunning EarthCam clip of NYC lightning strike

A massive bolt hit the tallest building in New York City, lighting up the night sky on Saturday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3FyDouJ

Martha Lane Fox warns against hysteria over AI

The tech pioneer told the BBC we should see artificial intelligence as an opportunity. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Jfd0O4z

Stamps featuring King Charles go on sale but price increases

All new stamps will now feature King Charles, but stocks featuring the late Queen will be sold off first. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7sKZCUv

Donald Trump hunkers down in New York ahead of arraignment

New York's mayor issued a warning to what he termed "rabble rousers" to control their "misplaced anger". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0gB8iED

Wet wipes ban planned in England to tackle water pollution

The environment minister says she will ban wet wipes but critics say it barely tackles the problem. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pvRqg8G

Obituary: Nigel Lawson

He was one of Britain's longest-serving chancellors who presided over the 1980s economic boom. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/q8XjQsi

Rishi Sunak to set out grooming gangs taskforce plan

Specialist officers will be sent to help local forces with their investigations into grooming gangs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/aZiu21I

Bakhmut: Wagner raises Russian flag but Ukraine fights on

The stunt was dismissed by Ukraine, which said its army still holds the embattled eastern city. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kKsQUpb

Cost of living: The Peterborough mosque-run food hub at Ramadan

In a matter of months, a food hub in Peterborough has seen the number needing help grow seven-fold. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KdqmcAW

Afghanistan: Rounded up from the streets into Taliban drug rehab

Afghanistan's government is running an aggressive campaign to remove drug users from the streets. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Nn0G72s

Olivier Awards 2023: Mescal, Comer and Totoro triumph

Paul Mescal and Jodie Comer win the main acting prizes while My Neighbour Totoro wins six awards. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WGrPK6t

BBC presenter Susan Rae thanks listeners for support after Alzheimer's diagnosis

Radio 4 announcer Susan Rae was diagnosed last year and her sons launched an appeal to fund her care. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wf5sWc6

Wayne Couzens should not get pension, London mayor says

Sarah Everard's killer could qualify for the benefit but should be stripped of it, says Sadiq Khan. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oQ1utmW

Child sex abuse: Failure to report crimes to be made illegal

Ministers plan to compel teachers and social workers to flag up signs of abuse - or face sanctions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VmYjnNp

Food prices: How the humble shopping list is saving us money

Soaring food prices mean some families are missing meals and desperate for deals, but preparation can help. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vgI0VeA

US tornadoes: Death toll grows as extreme storms ravage several states

At least 21 people have been killed after a series of tornadoes tore through several US states. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AfuXEiL

Andrew Tate: See luxury villa where brothers are under house arrest

The BBC's Lucy Williamson is outside the compound where Andrew Tate and brother Tristan are confined. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LqftnjB

Judy Blume worried about intolerance and book banning in the US

Judy Blume says banning books "has become political... it's worse than it was in the 80s". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/yA1sbfI