Monday 28 February 2022

Ukraine crisis: Google Maps live traffic data turned off in country

The live service has been shut down temporarily to protect users, but navigation features still work.

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Shell to sever Gazprom links in Ukraine crisis

Shell said on Monday that it will exit joint ventures with the Russian gas giant Gazprom amid the conflict.

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Ukraine crisis: Google Maps live traffic data turned off in country

The live service has been shut down temporarily to protect users, but navigation features still work.

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Ukraine crisis: Ukrainians prepare to go home to fight

A growing number of Ukrainians living in Britain are headed for the front lines in their homeland.

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Ukraine crisis: Ukrainians prepare to go home to fight

A growing number of Ukrainians living in Britain are headed for the front lines in their homeland.

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Pushchair passed over heads in desperate train station scenes

The BBC's Fergal Keane is in the city of Lviv where refugees are waiting for a train out of Ukraine.

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Sunday 27 February 2022

Liverpool beat Chelsea on penalties to win Carabao Cup

Liverpool beat Chelsea 11-10 on penalties to win the Carabao Cup after a breathless final ended in a goalless draw at Wembley.

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Ukraine conflict: Settled Ukrainians relatives able to come to UK

Boris Johnson tells a church congregation the UK will not "turn our backs in Ukraine's hour of need".

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Ukraine conflict: Settled Ukrainians relatives able to come to UK

Boris Johnson tells a church congregation the UK will not "turn our backs in Ukraine's hour of need".

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Glasgow's homeless given free haircuts

A barber from Bearsden has been cutting the hair of homeless people.

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Glasgow's homeless given free haircuts

A barber from Bearsden has been cutting the hair of homeless people.

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Ukraine invasion: Putin puts nuclear forces on high alert

The president blames "unfriendly" Western actions towards Russia following its invasion of Ukraine.

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Saturday 26 February 2022

Queen cancels diplomatic reception on advice of Foreign Office

The reception with diplomats would have been the monarch's first engagement since her positive Covid test.

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Ukraine conflict: Children on their own, parents stay behind

Mothers and grandmothers lead their children into the unknown as men aged 18 - 60 must stay behind.

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Ukraine conflict: Children on their own, parents stay behind

Mothers and grandmothers lead their children into the unknown as men aged 18 - 60 must stay behind.

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Zelensky: The comedian president who is rising to the moment

Ukraine's president had no experience of politics when when elected in 2019, but has emerged as a convincing war leader.

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Zelensky: The comedian president who is rising to the moment

Ukraine's president had no experience of politics when when elected in 2019, but has emerged as a convincing war leader.

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Roman Abramovich gives trustees Chelsea 'stewardship'

Chelsea's Russian owner Roman Abramovich says he is "giving trustees of Chelsea's charitable foundation the stewardship and care" of the club.

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Friday 25 February 2022

Ukraine conflict: Your guide to understanding day two

Fighting continues in Ukraine on the second day of Russia's invasion. Here's what you need to know.

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Ukraine conflict: Your guide to understanding day two

Fighting continues in Ukraine on the second day of Russia's invasion. Here's what you need to know.

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Ukraine: Who is not on the UK sanctions list?

Some Russian individuals and companies have been sanctioned by the US but not the UK.

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Ukraine: Who is not on the UK sanctions list?

Some Russian individuals and companies have been sanctioned by the US but not the UK.

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Ukraine conflict: BP under pressure to sell stake in Russian firm

The oil giant's boss is warned of UK government concerns about its "overexposure to Russian interests".

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Ukraine: Woman confronts armed Russian soldier

The woman angrily asks the soldier, seen holding a large machine gun, why he has come to the city.

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Ukraine conflict: BP under pressure to sell stake in Russian firm

The oil giant's boss is warned of UK government concerns about its "overexposure to Russian interests".

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Ukraine: Woman confronts armed Russian soldier

The woman angrily asks the soldier, seen holding a large machine gun, why he has come to the city.

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Thursday 24 February 2022

Ukraine conflict: Many misleading images have been shared online

Social media users have posted false and misleading videos and images as Russia invades Ukraine.

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Boris Johnson wrong on jobs claim, says statistics watchdog

The UK Statistics Authority says the number of those in work is fewer than before the pandemic.

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Boris Johnson wrong on jobs claim, says statistics watchdog

The UK Statistics Authority says the number of those in work is fewer than before the pandemic.

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Ukraine crisis: Warning UK energy bills could top £3,000 a year

The conflict in Ukraine could push the energy price cap to £3,238 a year from October, a report warns.

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Ukraine crisis: Warning UK energy bills could top £3,000 a year

The conflict in Ukraine could push the energy price cap to £3,238 a year from October, a report warns.

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Wednesday 23 February 2022

Mothers who helped uncover the biggest NHS maternity scandal

Next month, a report will be published into one of the biggest scandals in the history of the NHS - why were so many failures allowed to happen?

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Mothers who helped uncover the biggest NHS maternity scandal

Next month, a report will be published into one of the biggest scandals in the history of the NHS - why were so many failures allowed to happen?

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Zaha scores twice as Palace end winless run against Watford

Crystal Palace earn their first Premier League win of 2022 to put more pressure on Roy Hodgson's struggling Watford.

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The Queen's Platinum Jubilee: Ticket ballot to open for palace concert

George Ezra is the first performer on the line-up for the Platinum Party at the Palace on 4 June.

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Burnley FC football fan 'gobsmacked' by lift plea response

Burnley fan Christopher Coxhead, who has Parkinson's disease, appealed for help getting to matches.

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Burnley FC football fan 'gobsmacked' by lift plea response

Burnley fan Christopher Coxhead, who has Parkinson's disease, appealed for help getting to matches.

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Tuesday 22 February 2022

Extra blood test could help spot heart-attack death risk

Testing suspected heart attack patients for the C-reactive protein could save lives, experts say.

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Lost dog survives stormy days on mountains

Molly the springer spaniel is home, thanks to some ham, after going missing during Storm Franklin.

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Lost dog survives stormy days on mountains

Molly the springer spaniel is home, thanks to some ham, after going missing during Storm Franklin.

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Boots to sell £6 Covid tests ahead of rule change

Four-packs of lateral flow tests will be on sale for £17 from Wednesday despite free tests remaining until 1 April.

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Ukraine: Putin tells Russia's spy chief to speak plainly

Russian president presses Sergei Naryshkin during a meeting with top security officials.

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Boots to sell £6 Covid tests ahead of rule change

Four-packs of lateral flow tests will be on sale for £17 from Wednesday despite free tests remaining until 1 April.

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Monday 21 February 2022

Assisted dying: Two arrested over death of campaigner

Sharon Johnston previously told of her intention to travel to Switzerland to end her life.

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Assisted dying: Two arrested over death of campaigner

Sharon Johnston previously told of her intention to travel to Switzerland to end her life.

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Angel Lynn: Court to review pair's kidnap sentences

Angel Lynn suffered serious head injuries when she fell from a van after being kidnapped.

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Angel Lynn: Court to review pair's kidnap sentences

Angel Lynn suffered serious head injuries when she fell from a van after being kidnapped.

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Storm Eunice: Baby born on hard shoulder near Felixstowe

Lauryn and Josh Vartan say they considered the name Eunice but decided to stick with Florence.

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Storm Eunice: Baby born on hard shoulder near Felixstowe

Lauryn and Josh Vartan say they considered the name Eunice but decided to stick with Florence.

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Sunday 20 February 2022

Home Office probes immigration contractor Mitie over racist text claims

The Home Office investigates claims racist messages were sent by immigration staff at a firm it pays.

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Missing dog Zoey reunited with owners after 12 years

Zoey went missing in 2010 when her owners went shopping but she was identified by her microchip.

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Buckingham Palace eases concerns over Queen's Covid case

Reassurances about mild symptoms mark a rare opening up about the monarch's health, says our correspondent.

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Home Office probes immigration contractor Mitie over racist text claims

The Home Office investigates claims racist messages were sent by immigration staff at a firm it pays.

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Missing dog Zoey reunited with owners after 12 years

Zoey went missing in 2010 when her owners went shopping but she was identified by her microchip.

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Buckingham Palace eases concerns over Queen's Covid case

Reassurances about mild symptoms mark a rare opening up about the monarch's health, says our correspondent.

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Saturday 19 February 2022

Newspaper headlines: West 'to arm' resistance, and cyber-attack warning

Developments in the rising tensions at the Ukrainian-Russian border feature on Sunday's front pages.

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Ukraine: Russia plans biggest war in Europe since 1945 - Boris Johnson

Boris Johnson tells BBC that intelligence suggests Russia intends to launch an invasion encircling Kyiv.

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Covid isolation laws set to end in England

Boris Johnson says the virus will not "suddenly disappear" but people can now protect themselves.

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Ukraine will not respond to provocations, Zelensky says

But President Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine is ready to defend itself, amid a deadly rise in fighting.

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Ukraine: Russia plans biggest war in Europe since 1945 - Boris Johnson

Boris Johnson tells BBC that intelligence suggests Russia intends to launch an invasion encircling Kyiv.

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Ukraine will not respond to provocations, Zelensky says

But President Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine is ready to defend itself, amid a deadly rise in fighting.

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Friday 18 February 2022

Boris Johnson returns lockdown party questionnaire to police

Boris Johnson was one of more than 50 people to be sent the document by the Metropolitan Police.

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Boris Johnson returns lockdown party questionnaire to police

Boris Johnson was one of more than 50 people to be sent the document by the Metropolitan Police.

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Ukraine conflict: Russia accused of creating fake crisis in breakaway region

Tensions are escalating over a breakaway region, as rebels say they have ordered people to evacuate.

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Ukraine conflict: Russia accused of creating fake crisis in breakaway region

Tensions are escalating over a breakaway region, as rebels say they have ordered people to evacuate.

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Drivers rescue ambulance stuck in snow on 999 call

A 10-month-old baby was being rushed to hospital with breathing difficulties when the vehicle became stuck.

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Drivers rescue ambulance stuck in snow on 999 call

A 10-month-old baby was being rushed to hospital with breathing difficulties when the vehicle became stuck.

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Thursday 17 February 2022

Storm Eunice: A guide to preparing

Practical ways you can prepare for Storm Eunice.

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Canada protests: Police warn protesters to leave amid plans to clear blockade

Prime Minister Trudeau is defending his decision to invoke the Emergencies Act to end the protests.

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Rylee Foster: Liverpool goalkeeper on 'miracle' recovery after car accident

Liverpool goalkeeper Rylee Foster says she has experienced "dark" moments in her recovery from a car accident in October but has been given hope of a return to football.

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Rylee Foster: Liverpool goalkeeper on 'miracle' recovery after car accident

Liverpool goalkeeper Rylee Foster says she has experienced "dark" moments in her recovery from a car accident in October but has been given hope of a return to football.

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Storm Eunice: A guide to preparing

Practical ways you can prepare for Storm Eunice.

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Wednesday 16 February 2022

Batman scene funeral for Only Fools and Horses fan in Essex

An Only Fools and Horses-themed funeral with its famous Batman scene is held for a fan of the show.

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Brazil: Torrential rain triggers deadly mudslides in Brazil

Landslides and flash flooding have left a trail of destruction and many dead in Petrópolis, Brazil.

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Prince Andrew's statement seems to contradict answers he gave me - Emily Maitlis

The BBC Newsnight presenter compares Prince Andrew's latest statement with the defence he offered in their 2019 interview.

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Google moves to make Android apps more private

No details are available but it says it will not be using the same approach as Apple.

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Batman scene funeral for Only Fools and Horses fan in Essex

An Only Fools and Horses-themed funeral with its famous Batman scene is held for a fan of the show.

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Prince Andrew's statement seems to contradict answers he gave me - Emily Maitlis

The BBC Newsnight presenter compares Prince Andrew's latest statement with the defence he offered in their 2019 interview.

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Tuesday 15 February 2022

Irish Sea pipe leak spills 500 barrels of oil into sea

The leak is equivalent to just under 80,000 litres of oil.

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Derbyshire twins thought to be UK's most premature to survive

Harley and Harry Crane were born at 22 weeks in October and their mum hopes they can go home soon.

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Undercover footage reveals evidence of animal abuse on farm

Footage shared with BBC Panorama reveals cows being hit and kicked on a large dairy farm in Wales.

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Undercover footage reveals evidence of animal abuse on farm

Footage shared with BBC Panorama reveals cows being hit and kicked on a large dairy farm in Wales.

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Winter Olympics: What are the drugs test rules and what did Kamila Valieva do?

A 15-year-old Winter Olympic figure skater has failed a drugs test, so why can she still compete?

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Covid: Vaccines for 5-11 year olds in Wales and UK deaths continue to fall

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Tuesday evening.

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Winter Olympics: What are the drugs test rules and what did Kamila Valieva do?

A 15-year-old Winter Olympic figure skater has failed a drugs test, so why can she still compete?

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Monday 14 February 2022

Milton Keynes: Teenager charged with murder of 16-year-old

Ahmednur Nur, 16, was fatally stabbed near Milton Keynes College on Friday afternoon.

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Ukraine crisis: Biden and Johnson say still hope for diplomatic agreement

The US and UK leaders shared a call after Russia too suggested a diplomatic solution was still possible.

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Killer murdered three people 'in campaign of crime'

Anthony Russell has admitted killing a mum and son plus a pregnant woman he is accused of raping.

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Killer murdered three people 'in campaign of crime'

Anthony Russell has admitted killing a mum and son plus a pregnant woman he is accused of raping.

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Ukraine: Social media videos show Russian military equipment on the move near border

Social media clips show military vehicles on the move - despite Russia's denials of an attack.

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Ukraine: Social media videos show Russian military equipment on the move near border

Social media clips show military vehicles on the move - despite Russia's denials of an attack.

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Sunday 13 February 2022

Goodbye Turkey, hello Türkiye

Why is Turkey is rebranding its internationally recognised name as “Türkiye”?

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Bionic eye tech aims to help blind people see

Several firms are working on artificial eye tech that incorporates wireless, embedded sensors.

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University strikes: Will lectures be cancelled?

A wave of strikes over the next three weeks could affect more than a million students, unions say.

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Cuba's first gay hotel reopens as human rights deteriorate

Cuba reopens its first LGBTQ hotel, but can tourists ignore the country's poor human rights record?

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Cuba's first gay hotel reopens as human rights deteriorate

Cuba reopens its first LGBTQ hotel, but can tourists ignore the country's poor human rights record?

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Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia within 48 hours to discuss build-up

Ukraine accuses Russia of ignoring requests to explain its troop build-up, and calls for a meeting.

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Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia within 48 hours to discuss build-up

Ukraine accuses Russia of ignoring requests to explain its troop build-up, and calls for a meeting.

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Saturday 12 February 2022

France survive Ireland fightback to maintain unbeaten start

France cement their position as Six Nations favourites by holding off Ireland in a pulsating heavyweight encounter at the Stade de France.

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Hackney Wick: Collapse of bar floor injures 13

Three people are seriously hurt and 10 more have minor injuries in the east London incident.

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Chelsea win Club World Cup: Kai Havertz winner sees off Palmeiras after extra time

Chelsea are crowned Club World Cup champions after an extra-time victory against Brazilian club Palmeiras in Abu Dhabi.

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France survive Ireland fightback to maintain unbeaten start

France cement their position as Six Nations favourites by holding off Ireland in a pulsating heavyweight encounter at the Stade de France.

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Six Nations 2022: Ireland's Mack Hansen scores from kick-off against France

Mack Hansen catches the France defence "snoozing" to score from an Ireland kick-off in a thrilling Six Nations encounter.

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Six Nations 2022: Ireland's Mack Hansen scores from kick-off against France

Mack Hansen catches the France defence "snoozing" to score from an Ireland kick-off in a thrilling Six Nations encounter in Paris, which was eventually won 30-24 by the hosts.

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Friday 11 February 2022

Amazon deforestation: Record high destruction of trees in January

An area of trees more than seven times the size of Manhattan, New York was destroyed.

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Durham Police call handlers save woman in Canada

The woman in Durham, Canada, had typed "I need help, he is in the house" before falling silent.

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Kanye wants Billie Eilish to say sorry or he'll pull out of Coachella

The rapper wants her to apologise for crowd safety comments he thinks are aimed at Travis Scott.

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Russia-Ukraine crisis: UK nationals told to leave Ukraine

Boris Johnson tells world leaders he fears for the security of Europe amid tensions with Russia.

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BBC Centenary: BBC Weather’s most memorable moments

As BBC Weather celebrates its centenary here are some of the biggest meteorological moments in its history.

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Russia-Ukraine crisis: UK nationals told to leave Ukraine

Boris Johnson tells world leaders he fears for the security of Europe amid tensions with Russia.

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BBC Centenary: BBC Weather’s most memorable moments

As BBC Weather celebrates its centenary here are some of the biggest meteorological moments in its history.

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Thursday 10 February 2022

Dame Cressida Dick: Crises and controversies of Met chief

The Met chief previously ignored numerous calls for her resignation - what was the final nail in the coffin?

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Apple moves to stop AirTag tracking misuse

The company will introduce a range of measures, after concerns AirTags were being used by stalkers.

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Apple moves to stop AirTag tracking misuse

The company will introduce a range of measures, after concerns AirTags were being used by stalkers.

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Cressida Dick to step down as Metropolitan Police chief

The head of London’s force quits in the wake of a series of controversies involving the organisation.

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Met police chief Cressida Dick to step down

It comes just hours after the head of London's police force said she had "no intention" of quitting.

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Kids Company was mismanaged, Charity Commission finds

Kids Company repeatedly failed to pay tax and workers, a report by the Charity Commission finds.

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Kids Company was mismanaged, Charity Commission finds

Kids Company repeatedly failed to pay tax and workers, a report by the Charity Commission finds.

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Wednesday 9 February 2022

Police to email 50 people in Downing Street party inquiry

The email to alleged partygoers must be answered truthfully and will hold legal status, the Met says.

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Neanderthal extinction not caused by brutal wipe out

New fossils challenge ideas that modern humans wiped out Neanderthals after arriving from Africa.

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Police to email 50 people in Downing Street party inquiry

The email to alleged partygoers must be answered truthfully and will hold legal status, the Met says.

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Neanderthal extinction not caused by brutal wipe out

New fossils challenge ideas that modern humans wiped out Neanderthals after arriving from Africa.

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Ambassador Bridge protest: Truckers block vital Canada-US border crossing

Business associations warn that the closure of the Ambassador Bridge threatens the US and Canadian economies.

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Ambassador Bridge protest: Truckers block vital Canada-US border crossing

Business associations warn that the closure of the Ambassador Bridge threatens the US and Canadian economies.

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PMQs: Fact-checking claims on fraud, Brexit and the economy

At Prime Minister's Questions, there were claims on fraud, Brexit and the economy.

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PMQs: Fact-checking claims on fraud, Brexit and the economy

At Prime Minister's Questions, there were claims on fraud, Brexit and the economy.

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Tuesday 8 February 2022

Brit Awards 2022: The head-turning outfits on the red carpet

Many stars opted to wear a black cut-out dress but there were still plenty of pops of red carpet colour.

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Future Queen Camilla makes her first public trip since Consort title revealed

This is the Duchess of Cornwall's first public appearance since the Queen revealed her future title.

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Future Queen Camilla makes her first public trip since Consort title revealed

This is the Duchess of Cornwall's first public appearance since the Queen revealed her future title.

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Oscars 2022: Find out about the top 16 films in the awards race

With the gong-giving season picking up steam, we look at the nominees for the big awards.

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Oscars 2022: Find out about the top 16 films in the awards race

With the gong-giving season picking up steam, we look at the nominees for the big awards.

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Monday 7 February 2022

Blood pressure warning over long-term paracetamol use

Prescribing the painkiller for chronic pain could have risks, as well as benefits, a study finds.

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Levi Bellfield confession to Lin and Megan Russell murders to be analysed

Murderer Levi Bellfield's claims he also killed Lin Russell and her daughter Megan will be examined.

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Canada truckers protest: Injunction granted to stop horn honking

The constant blaring of horns is one of the defining features of the movement against Canada's vaccine mandates.

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Duchess of Cambridge to read CBeebies Bedtime Story

The Duchess is the first member of the Royal Family to appear in the famous children's TV slot.

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Peterhead focus of international hunt for £13m masterpiece

Paolo Veronese painted The Pool of Bethesda in the 16th Century and it was last known to be in Peterhead.

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Keir Starmer: Two arrested after protesters surround Labour leader

Police and protesters clash after the Labour leader is heckled by demonstrators at Westminster.

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Jimmy Carr: Pressure grows over comedy routine but what do the fans think?

The Traveller Movement is writing an open letter to the streaming service, the BBC understands.

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Keir Starmer: Two arrested after protesters surround Labour leader

Police and protesters clash after the Labour leader is heckled by demonstrators at Westminster.

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Jimmy Carr: Pressure grows over comedy routine but what do the fans think?

The Traveller Movement is writing an open letter to the streaming service, the BBC understands.

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Sunday 6 February 2022

When did young Elizabeth realise that one day she would become Queen?

As the Queen marks 70 years on the throne, historian Robert Lacey asks how prepared she was for her destiny.

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Newspaper headlines: PM in crisis and NHS rescue plan delays

More on the goings-on in Downing Street and the NHS backlog are among a mix of stories in the papers.

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Senegal win Africa Cup of Nations on penalties

Sadio Mane nets the winning spot-kick as Senegal beat Egypt 4-2 on penalties to clinch their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations after a 0-0 draw.

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Senegal win Africa Cup of Nations on penalties

Sadio Mane nets the winning spot-kick as Senegal beat Egypt 4-2 on penalties to clinch their first-ever Africa Cup of Nations after a 0-0 draw.

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Ukraine crisis: Macron says a deal to avoid war is within reach

France's leader calls for a "new balance" to protect European states while affording Russia respect.

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Ukraine crisis: Macron says a deal to avoid war is within reach

France's leader calls for a "new balance" to protect European states while affording Russia respect.

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Doctor murder: Hundreds at Gary Jenkins Cardiff vigil

Organisers want the gathering to show unity against intolerance after the homophobic killing.

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Doctor murder: Hundreds at Gary Jenkins Cardiff vigil

Organisers want the gathering to show unity against intolerance after the homophobic killing.

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Saturday 5 February 2022

Northern Lights photographed off Norfolk coast by aurora hunters

The Aurora Borealis makes a rare appearance off the Norfolk coast, delighting photographers.

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Six Nations 2022: Scotland beat England 20-17 to retain Calcutta Cup

Watch highlights as Scotland claim a nerve-shredding Six Nations victory over England to secure successive Calcutta Cup wins for the first time since 1984.

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Six Nations 2022: Scotland beat England 20-17 to retain Calcutta Cup

Watch highlights as Scotland claim a nerve-shredding Six Nations victory over England to secure successive Calcutta Cup wins for the first time since 1984.

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Six Nations: Scotland awarded penalty try to level score

England's Luke Cowan-Dickie is shown a yellow card and a penalty try is awarded to Scotland for a deliberate knock-on.

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Six Nations 2022: Scotland 20-17 England - late penalty try helps hosts retain Calcutta Cup

Scotland secure successive Calcutta Cup wins after a dramatic late penalty try helps them claim a nerve-shredding Six Nations victory over England at Murrayfield.

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Six Nations: Scotland awarded penalty try to level score

England's Luke Cowan-Dickie is shown a yellow card and a penalty try is awarded to Scotland for a deliberate knock-on.

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Friday 4 February 2022

US couple sue clinic after DNA kit reveals fertility mix-up

A US couple is suing after discovering that their daughter is not biologically related to her father.

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Grand Theft Auto 6: Rockstar announces it is working on the game

The studio said development of the next entry in the Grand Theft Auto series is "well under way."

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Grand Theft Auto 6: Rockstar announces it is working on the game

The studio said development of the next entry in the Grand Theft Auto series is "well under way."

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Six Nations: Scotland's great expectations against England as hope of impending joy met with suspicion

The day that hope lived, or the day that hope died? Scotland's Six Nations great expectations against England are met with suspicion, writes Tom English.

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Six Nations: Scotland's great expectations against England as hope of impending joy met with suspicion

The day that hope lived, or the day that hope died? Scotland's Six Nations great expectations against England are met with suspicion, writes Tom English.

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Thursday 3 February 2022

Jeff Bezos' superyacht will see historic bridge dismantled

Rotterdam says the world's richest man will foot the bill to remove part of the historic bridge.

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Four senior aides to Boris Johnson resign from No 10

No 10 chief of staff Dan Rosenfield and senior civil servant Martin Reynolds are the latest to quit.

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Don't ask for a big pay rise, warns Bank of England boss

Andrew Bailey says a 'painful' period of prices rising faster than wages is needed to control inflation.

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Four senior aides to Boris Johnson resign from No 10

No 10 chief of staff Dan Rosenfield and senior civil servant Martin Reynolds are the latest to quit.

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Don't ask for a big pay rise, warns Bank of England boss

Andrew Bailey says a 'painful' period of prices rising faster than wages is needed to control inflation.

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Falsely accused ex-MP Proctor makes complaint against VIP inquiry officer

Harvey Proctor says a former senior Met Police officer's role in the probe amounted to misconduct.

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Falsely accused ex-MP Proctor makes complaint against VIP inquiry officer

Harvey Proctor says a former senior Met Police officer's role in the probe amounted to misconduct.

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Wednesday 2 February 2022

Pret raises the price of its coffee subscription by 25%

Some customers say the 25% rise is too steep but Pret says its costs are rising sharply.

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CNN's Jeff Zucker resigns over undisclosed relationship

The network president told staff he was "wrong" to not report the consensual relationship.

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CNN's Jeff Zucker resigns over undisclosed relationship

The network president told staff he was "wrong" to not report the consensual relationship.

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UK hotel bill for 37,000 migrants is £1.2m a day, MPs told

The Home Office says it is developing better ways of working with councils to find permanent homes.

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UK hotel bill for 37,000 migrants is £1.2m a day, MPs told

The Home Office says it is developing better ways of working with councils to find permanent homes.

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Tuesday 1 February 2022

Ex-teacher Hannah Lowe's sonnets about students win Costa Book of the Year

The Kids, a collection of modern sonnets by Hannah Lowe, is named the Costa Book of the Year.

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UK weather: Why January 2022 was a record breaker

The start of the year has bucked trends and brought extreme conditions from warmth and sunshine to low rainfall, cloud and storms.

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UK weather: Why January 2022 was a record breaker

The start of the year has bucked trends and brought extreme conditions from warmth and sunshine to low rainfall, cloud and storms.

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Angel Lynn: 'The fact that she's alive is hope'

Angel Lynn suffered life changing injuries after being kidnapped by her ex-boyfriend.

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Almost 500-mile-long lightning bolt crossed three US states

Experts said the bolt that stretched across Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas was 'extraordinary'.

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Angel Lynn: 'The fact that she's alive is hope'

Angel Lynn suffered life changing injuries after being kidnapped by her ex-boyfriend.

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