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Rarely seen pictures and video show the risk-taker who changed how we see Earth - Through rarely-seen footage and photographs, we trace the 70-year broadcasting career of the world's most celebrated naturalist.

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Three dead after volcano erupts on Indonesian island -- Officials had previously issued warnings on climbing the active volcano due to safety concerns.

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LIVE - Labour suffers historic Wales loss as Reform wins more than 1,300 English council seats and Greens make gains - Meanwhile, the SNP holds on as the largest party in the Scottish Parliament while Reform secures its first Holyrood seats.

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Trump says Russia and Ukraine to observe three-day ceasefire -- It comes as the two countries accused each other of violating separate ceasefires to cover the celebrations of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany.

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International cyber attack disrupts swathe of universities and schools

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US jobs data beats expectations for second month in a row

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Real Madrid fine Valverde and Tchouameni for row

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South Africa president faces call to resign after court ruling

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White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor's Trump grave post

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LIVE - David Attenborough's big 100th birthday celebration to begin at Royal Albert Hall - A special event celebrates Sir David's centenary and groundbreaking contributions to natural history broadcasting.

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Ten of Attenborough's best documentaries and where to watch them -- From hanging out with primates to early climate warnings, here's a selection of his trailblazing programmes.

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Quiz: Which facial feature almost stopped Attenborough's TV career? -- Sir David Attenborough turns 100. How well do you know the broadcaster's life and career?

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What latest election results show us in maps and charts -- See which parties are winning - and losing – across the UK using our interactive tool.

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Sir John Curtice: Election results show politics in the UK has fragmented -- Reform are the winners so far, with more results still to be declared.

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Weekly quiz: Who was this mystery masked star at the Met Gala? -- How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days? -- Culture

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Trump and Lula's private Oval Office meeting signals lingering strain - and effort to avoid tension -- The US and Brazilian presidents did not appear together publicly, but traded compliments after their talks.

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Instagram privacy tech is turned off today - what this means for your DMs -- The platform said it would remove end-to-end encrypted messages, a major U‑turn by parent company Meta.

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One year after India-Pakistan conflict, ceasefire holds - but little else does -- A year after their military conflict, India and Pakistan avoid war, but diplomacy and trust remain frozen.

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Are concert livestream tickets the future or a cash-grab? -- Can't see your favourite act in the flesh? There might be a solution - but not everyone's a fan.

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Thousands of North Koreans fought for Russia. A memorial hints at the death toll -- An estimated 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight in Russia's war against Ukraine.

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'I'd rather live in hiding in the US than return to Somalia' -- Fear and uncertainty linger for Somali migrants in Minnesota despite a legal reprieve.

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Video of man throwing rock at seal in Hawaii sparks anger

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Marco Rubio meets Pope Leo amid tensions with Trump over Iran war

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US driver arrested after chasing down child on bike on footpath

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Return of Palestine Marathon attracts thousands of runners

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Moment former FedEx driver sentenced to death for killing Athena Strand

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US jet fuel could be used in Europe to ease possible shortages -- An international air body suggests wider acceptance of US-grade jet fuel could help to head off any supply problems.

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Special guests could pay $1.5m for UFC White House access -- A luxury package is being advertised to "high rollers" for the MMA event which is being held to mark 250 years of American independence.

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Dozens killed in jihadist attacks on villages in central Mali -- The death toll is unclear but sources say between 30 and 50 people died in Wednesday's attacks.

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Britons on virus-hit cruise ship will be tested before charter flight back to UK -- Five cases of hantavirus have been confirmed in total, including one of the three passengers on the MV Hondius who died.

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Ethiopian woman's joy at rare quintuplets after 12 years trying for a baby -- The woman, 35, says she was praying for a baby and was "overjoyed" to be "blessed with five at once".

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Iran accuses US of 'reckless military adventure'

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The companies making billions from the Iran war

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Worldwide race to trace passengers from hantavirus-hit cruise ship

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King and Queen lead tributes for David Attenborough's 100th birthday

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Daughters' victory after challenging father's will

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US to revoke passports of parents with child support debt

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At a glance: Election results so far

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Greece examines mystery naval drone found in Ionian Sea

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LIVE - Championship play-offs: Hull go close early against Millwall in semi-final first leg - Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from Hull City v Millwall in the Championship play-offs.

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Arteta rallies Arsenal for huge Premier League weekend -- As the Premier League title race nears its conclusion, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta tells his players and the Gunners fans to "stay present and live the moment". -- Arsenal

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Real Madrid in crisis - inside the conflict and chaos at the Bernabeu -- BBC Sport examines a torrid week for Real Madrid with the iconic club on the brink of a second successive trophyless season. -- European Football

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F1 bosses agree to engine design change for 2027 -- Formula 1 bosses agree a change to engine design for the 2027 season in response to criticisms of the new power units introduced this year. -- Formula 1

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Man Utd's Fernandes wins Football Writers' men's award -- Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes wins the Football Writers' Association's men's Footballer of the Year award.

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Shaw named Football Writers' Women's Player of Year -- Manchester City striker Khadija Shaw is crowned the Football Writers' Association Women's Player of the Season.

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Jimenez suspended as Bournemouth launch investigation -- AFC Bournemouth drop defender Alex Jimenez from their squad amid an investigation into posts on social media.

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