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BBC plans David Attenborough celebration for 100th birthday - The corporation will look back on the veteran wildlife broadcaster's career for his birthday in May. 10 hrs ago

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Sudan atrocities are 'hallmarks of genocide', UN says -- A UN fact-finding mission issued the report after investigating the capture of el-Fasher by the Rapid Support Forces.

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'Smiling' fossil discovered on English island - The unusual looking fossil, found on Holy Island, is estimated to be a few hundred million years old. 14 hrs ago - Science & Environment

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As Trump retreats from climate goals, China is becoming a green superpower - China, the world's top carbon emitter, is also at the helm of a renewables revolution.

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Yes there is a right way to stack the dishwasher. Here are the 5 rules - BBC One's Inside the Factory attempted to settle the heated debate in many households. 18 hrs ago

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Epstein files could be just tip of the iceberg for Andrew investigation

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Desperate hunt for breakthrough in Nancy Guthrie case turns to Mexico

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Forest three up at Fenerbahce, Palace and Zrinjski level -- Follow live as Nottingham Forest face Fenerbahce in the Europa League and Crystal Palace visit Zrinjski in the Conference League.

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Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office as King says 'law must take its course' -- The King's brother was arrested at 08:00 on Thursday morning; police say they are searching addresses in Berkshire and Norfolk.

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US kids talk about chasing Olympic glory alongside elite figure skaters -- They skate in the same rink as Ilia Malinin, and they're dreaming of their shot at Olympic medals.

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LIVE - Winter Olympics: Follow women's ice hockey and figure skating finals - Rivals US and Canada play for gold in ice hockey, while figure skaters are competing in the free skate.

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UK has not given US permission to use RAF bases for Iran strikes

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Bill Gates pulls out of India's AI summit over Epstein files controversy

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South Korea's ex-president jailed for life over martial law attempt

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Eight skiers found dead after California avalanche

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Agatha Christie's 'insightful' letters up for auction

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Rapid runs & heavy snowfall - Skimo's Olympic debut -- Ski mountaineering makes its hotly anticipated debut at the Winter Olympics in blizzard conditions in Bormio.

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GB men into curling semis but women squeezed out -- Team GB's men's are one win away from guaranteed Winter Olympic medal after sneaking into the semi-finals - but the women's team agonisingly miss out.

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Gaffe-ridden Olympic commentary prompts Italy's Rai sport chief to resign -- Paolo Petrecca, whose gaffe-ridden commentary of the event went viral, stands down from his job.

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Hamas is reasserting control in Gaza despite its heavy losses fighting Israel -- Gazans say Hamas is again extending its control over security, tax revenue and government services.

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How rescuers raced against time to reach skiers trapped in avalanche -- Teams deployed from nearby ski resorts trying to reach six trapped skiers, and nine more who died.

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'We're still on edge': Toy firms look to US Supreme Court as tariffs hit profits -- "You cannot go to sleep on this president," says one toymaker, of the ongoing uncertainty over trade policy.

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Teen who killed two in crash filmed herself speeding on Snapchat

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Vehicles arrive at Sandringham Estate in Norfolk

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Watch: Reporter asks King for reaction to brother's arrest

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British couple sentenced to 10 years in Iran prison

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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested: How the morning unfolded

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SpaceX rocket fireball linked to plume of polluting lithium -- A SpaceX Falcon 9 crashed to Earth last year. Now scientists have measured the pollution it caused.

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Man guilty of XL bully offence after fatal attack -- Ashley Warren, the first person to be prosecuted under XL bully laws, will be sentenced in April.

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Over 1,000 Kenyans enlisted to fight in Russia-Ukraine war, report says -- Investigators call the recruitment a well-organised trafficking ring involving immigration staff and security agencies.

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Bad Bunny to make lead acting debut in film inspired by Puerto Rican revolutionary - The singer will star opposite Edward Norton and Javier Bardem in a film titled Porto Rico. 8 hrs ago - Culture

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Cornish village endures 50 consecutive days of rain -- The exceptionally wet start to 2026 has seen the Cornish village of Cardinham confirmed as recording 50 continuous days of rain as Matt Taylor explains.

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Woman accused of using ChatGPT to plan drug murders -- The 21-year-old woman is accused by authorities in South Korea of secretly administering drinks containing drugs to three men in their 20s.

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Trump says world has 10 days to see if Iran deal reached

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An unprecedented moment for the UK - and a former prince

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US trade deficit hits fresh high despite Trump's tariffs

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Why has Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor been arrested?

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What could happen if the US strikes Iran? Here are seven scenarios

21 days ago

Australian presenter apologises for drinking before slurred Olympics report

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Trump-appointed panel approves White House ballroom project

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Detained Briton describes life in Iran jail to BBC hours before sentencing

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The 20-year-old newspaper column that gave a hint to Man City's new tactics -- Pep Guardiola is using new tactics this season by making Manchester City's attack more narrow, but did he hint at the idea 20 years ago?

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'Anyone found guilty of racism should not be in the game' -- Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior says anyone found guilty of racist behaviour in football "shouldn't be in the game".

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Indian-owned Hundred teams 'not considering Pakistan players' -- Four sides in The Hundred with links to the IPL are not expected to sign players from Pakistan in next month's auction.

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The eerie similarities between Arsenal's 2007-8 collapse and now -- Arsenal's disappointing 2-2 draw at Wolves on Wednesday has similarities to what happened to the Gunners 18 years ago.

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