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No D-Day flights for WW2 planes after fatal crash

Pilot Sqn Ldr Mark Long died when the Spitfire he was flying crashed in Lincolnshire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DjMWQaV

French police arrest man over plot to attack Olympics

The 18-year-old Chechen wanted to attack a football stadium in Saint-Étienne, officials say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z5okxPI

Watch: A busy campaign day for party leaders

Political party leaders were out and about, campaigning around the country on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Bh5G8ri

Model sues over Cannes red carpet 'assault'

Sawa Pontyjska is one of several film festival guests filmed in encounters with a security guard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7SrLMsi

Israel extends control of Gaza's entire land border

An Egyptian source denies that tunnels used by Hamas still exist on the country's border with Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nYwcuhv

Polling guru crunches the numbers... in 60 seconds

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak needs a record campaign swing to win in July, says polling expert Sir John Curtice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MfOYquc

Watch: Rubbish-filled balloon saga explained… in 63 seconds

North Korea sends at least 260 balloons into the South, scattering suspected excrement and rubbish. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CjwY0py

Watch dealer's family pay tribute to 'beautiful boy'

Oliver White, 27, was found dead a day after being assaulted during a robbery at a London jewellers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sH0897o

No police action after Rayner council house probe

Police had been investigating the deputy Labour leader over a house in Stockport she sold in 2015. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r4saQJd

Pope allegedly used derogatory term for gay people

The Pope was speaking at a meeting of bishops on whether gay men should be allowed to become priests. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zFwx3Jm

Tories pledge 'Triple Lock Plus' pension allowance

The Conservatives pledge to raise the tax-free pension allowance by at least 2.5% a year if they win the election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dFqfw45

More than 100 business chiefs sign letter backing Labour

More than 120 bosses endorse Labour's economic plans ahead of the election saying it is “time for a change”. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vrRSMBc

Nicki Minaj apologises for postponed Manchester show

The rapper reschedules her Manchester show following her arrest in the Netherlands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/poOtJRw

Cynthia voted for Nelson Mandela. Now she's abandoning his successors

The ruling ANC party has not delivered the change in South Africa that some had hoped for. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jv6dw02

British event rider Georgie Campbell dies after fall from horse

British event rider Georgie Campbell dies after falling from her horse at the Bicton International Horse Trials in Devon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y5rFivZ

Manchester City celebrate title win with parade

Pep Guardiola's side celebrate a record fourth straight Premier League title with fans in Manchester. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qziE7Ok

Clive Myrie: ‘Mass shootings undermined my love for the US’

The BBC star also discussed his family, who came to the UK as part of the Windrush generation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fIdEW7x

Nicki Minaj freed after arrest at Amsterdam airport

The rapper was due to play a concert at Manchester's Co-op Live venue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6H5DnhQ

Scotland central to Labour mission for government - Starmer

The Labour leader outlined his vision at a Scottish campaign launch event in Glasgow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/edrxbzB

Hundreds feared dead in massive Papua New Guinea landslide

The landslide struck in the early hours, burying 100 houses in six highland villages. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SebhVAm

McCartney roasts Springsteen at Ivor Awards

The star mocks his friend, as he presents him with a prestigious lifetime achievement award. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NAG8O9Y

Macron halts reform that sparked island 'insurrection'

He says local leaders should engage in dialogue to find a new deal for the archipelago's future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ObxoLpM

Bus crash leaves at least five children injured

The air ambulance was called to the scene on the A227 near Meopham. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N3X17Dy

How does the UK compare with other economies?

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt compared the UK economy with other countries. We've checked some of his claims. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x7vS0uo

Scheffler arrest to be reviewed by Louisville police

Louisville police will investigate if policies were correctly followed in the arrest of world number one Scottie Scheffler at the US PGA Championship. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oAV5QTd

Armies of young insurgents are changing the course of a forgotten war

The BBC's Quentin Sommerville spent a month with revolutionary forces at jungle bases and on front lines in Myanmar. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7qMBK1N

My feet and hands were amputated after sepsis - MP

Craig Mackinlay was given a 5% chance of survival after being rushed to hospital in September. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D2wUKh6

What happens when councils take control of buses?

More people are using buses in Reading where they are publicly-owned - will others towns follow? from BBC News https://ift.tt/hbl6Vj5

Diplomats owe more than £143m in London congestion charges

The US Embassy owes £14m while Togo owes £40, figures from Transport for London reveal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u74X9yH

Slovakia PM attacker 'may not have been lone wolf'

Investigators are probing whether the suspect was part of a group who "incited and supported each other”, a minister says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cYoxBD9

Baby Reindeer 'a big problem' for Netflix and Gadd - Morgan

Journalist Piers Morgan says there are issues to be addressed by the programme makers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GIWSxNy

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