Posts

Showing posts from May, 2024

Tunisia says 23 people missing in Mediterranean sea

The national guard says it has informed the navy and search and rescue operations are under way. from BBC News https://ift.tt/srG0dwF

Why is this small town mayor accused of being a Chinese spy?

The Philippines investigates a mayor as it faces increasing sea tensions with China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b8h1AYM

Fury shoves Usyk at weigh-in for super-fight

Tyson Fury was over 30lb heavier than Oleksandr Usyk in the weigh-in before their undisputed heavyweight fight on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OALTNie

'Death notice' and tributes for Dublin-NY portal

An art project that links Dublin and New York via a live video "portal" has been temporarily shut. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iE9CzSK

Biden blocks release of special counsel interview tapes

Republicans demanded the release of tapes from the investigation into his handling of classified documents. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jwJIq4s

MP writing to Netflix over Baby Reindeer evidence

John Nicolson wants Netflix to substantiate what it told a committee about Baby Reindeer portrayal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hVnJZyL

Video shows moment mum was flung from funfair ride

Three men are prosecuted after Khadra Ali was left with "life-changing" injuries from the incident. from BBC News https://ift.tt/co1BAMG

Harry and Meghan's charity back in good standing

US charity authorities say Archewell's registration is in order after a warning notice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4xAzXN6

Mother of aid worker killed in Gaza: 'I can't comprehend future without him'

James Kirby, 47, from Bristol, was one of seven aid workers killed in the attack in Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ibNSCxJ

'It just shattered' - Nemo explains broken Eurovision trophy

Returning from the contest, Swiss singer Nemo was greeted by hundreds of fans at Zurich Airport. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vPV6jeh

Toone wonder strike inspires Man Utd to first FA Cup title

Watch highlights as Ella Toone's wonder strike inspires Manchester United to a 4-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur at Wembley to win their first FA Cup title. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LpHbGq6

Putin set to replace defence minister Shoigu

Sergei Shoigu, a long-standing ally of the president, has played a key role in Russia's invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aQrOuKB

Kompany 'not sulking' after Burnley relegation

Burnley manager Vincent Kompany says "tomorrow is day one" in the club's quest to regain their Premier League place after being relegation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rjOKlWc

Thousands march in Georgia over foreign influence bill

Opponents fear the government's bill will silence critics ahead of parliamentary elections later this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wfhoDTk

Succession star Brian Cox: 'I've lost my anonymity'

Actor Brian Cox is up for a Bafta TV Award alongside several fellow Scots. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TcV1maF

Northern Lights in dazzling display across the UK

A solar storm of this scale can cause disruptions to infrastructure such as the power grid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QzpwN98

GB's Neita wins 100m at Doha Diamond League

Britain's Daryll Neita beats American Tamari Davis to claim victory in the women's 100m at the Diamond League meeting in Doha. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D5nrMmf

Leverkusen go 49 unbeaten and make Europa League final

Bayer Leverkusen set a new European unbeaten record of 49 games by securing a late draw with Roma to reach the Europa League final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4m3oaZl

No Interest to Cut Rates…(Yet)

And, Chris Mason speaks to Tory defector Natalie Elphicke from BBC News https://ift.tt/FyJ53Sa

'I thought they hated me' - Lyon on Ashes, Lancashire and Bazball

Nathan Lyon hopes to make a big impression for Lancashire, but the Australia great has unfinished Ashes business too. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c8O3mWz

Russian plot to kill Zelensky foiled, Kyiv says

Two Ukrainian security officials are held over a Russian plot to assassinate the president, Ukraine says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JYdCbs6

Rylan and Rob: ‘The tour that helped mend our broken hearts’

After their divorces, the presenters found a life-changing trip helped them move on with their lives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UnbPZQN

US soldier arrested in Russia accused of theft

The sergeant, who was held on 2 May, is accused of stealing from a woman, reports the BBC's partner CBS. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zcQZTaH

Big tensions remain in SNP as Swinney takes leadership

For the second time in his life, John Swinney is elected leader of the SNP in difficult circumstances. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sfoBpmg

Crumbs! French bakers beat longest baguette record

A 140.5m (461ft)-long baguette baked in the Parisian suburbs has beaten a previous record from Italy in 2019. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rZ7BAIk

We need to normalise death and dying, says carer

Abi Jenkins, who cared for a friend with terminal cancer, said "normalising" death might help people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ExpAd7b

Eurovision hopefuls put on the style in Malmo

The world's biggest song contest reaches its finale on Saturday and contestants have arrived in style. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Nowk3QZ

Fans ‘buzzing’ as gig moved from Co-op Live goes ahead

American rapper A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie's concert was moved to the AO Arena at the last minute. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sr24ICj

Kuenssberg: Are Tories resigned to electoral fate under Sunak?

Tory MPs are in no mood to oust Rishi Sunak despite local results pointing to general election defeat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YkiF2mu

Two further arrests after burglary shooting death

Derbyshire Police confirmed two further arrests were made in relation to the death of Marcus Smith. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YxZUNOc

Tribute paid to man whose torso was found in woods

Stuart Everett's remains were found at a nature reserve and two men were later charged with his murder. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SX0Jvmq

Police investigate death of woman found on beach

The body of Sian Batchelor, 32, was discovered by the sea in Pembroke Dock on Tuesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V12t9Ez

Ex-Met PC jailed for multiple counts of rape

Cliff Mitchell's victims described him as "the devil" and "a pathetic excuse of a man". from BBC News https://ift.tt/I8sjDYA