Three dead as 'brutal' cyclone sweeps through Reunion

The tropical cyclone left more than 180,000 homes without power and 170,000 without running water.

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Five issues for England after Buttler resigns

Picking the right captain and getting the best out of Jos Buttler are just two of the issues facing England after the captain's resignation.

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Man City reported to European Commission over rule breaches - Tebas

La Liga president Javier Tebas reports the Premier League champions to the European Commission over sponsorship deals and subsidiary companies

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King invites Trump for 'unprecedented' second state visit

Keir Starmer hands the US president an invitation letter as the pair meet at the White House.

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Travel ban for man who 'tortured' women in Highland dungeon

The first order of its kind to be imposed by a Scottish court prevents Kevin Booth from leaving the UK for five years.

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What an AI-generated video of Gaza reveals about Trump tactics

US President Donald Trump sparked a social media frenzy when he posted a video of Gaza generated by artificial intelligence on his site Truth Social. Marianna Spring has been analysing the online tactics of Trump and his team.

February 26, 2025 at 11:28PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/eucFPWG

What did we learn from Ferguson's Rangers unveiling?

Barry Ferguson speaks about his expectations, coaching staff and route to the job at his first media conference as interim Rangers manager.

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BBC Verify: How much has the US spent on aid to Ukraine?

US President Donald Trump claims the US has outspent Europe on aid to Ukraine by over $200bn. BBC Verify's Nick Eardley fact-checks Trump's claims.

February 25, 2025 at 10:40PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZJUlBYf

Historic visual effects studio Technicolor collapses in UK

The company's UK entity has filed for administration, with 'the majority' of its UK staff made redundant.

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M4 death investigated after online 'predator' sting

Police arrested the man after accusations against him were live streamed on social media.

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Taliban says it will try to release British couple as soon as possible

Peter and Barbie Reynolds, both in their 70s, were arrested by the Taliban in early February.

February 24, 2025 at 10:55PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/4amHLx2

Mills wins 3,000m indoor title with championship record

George Mills wins the men's 3,000m title at the 2025 British Indoor Championship in a record time for the event.

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Germany's Friedrich Merz: The risk-taker who flirted with far right

A look at the conservative leader who broke a German taboo by accepting support from the AfD.

February 23, 2025 at 11:52PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/NyaCq4s

Pope's condition 'remains critical', Vatican says

The pontiff "continues to be alert and well oriented" and has not had any further respiratory crises, the Vatican said.

February 23, 2025 at 11:38PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/ArNSDxH

California asks US government for billions in fire relief funds

Governor Gavin Newsom said the requested funds will help in immediate and long-term recovery work.

February 22, 2025 at 11:28PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/9FaX5pP

'The smallest coffins are the heaviest': Israel grieves youngest hostages

The return of the children in coffins, and their mother's absence, is being painfully felt across the country.

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Musk wields his Doge chainsaw - but is a backlash brewing?

Facing constituents angry about the impact of sweeping government job cuts, some Republicans are expressing concern.

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Watch: Tourists warned to stay away from Mount Etna lava

Italian authorities say people have been injured after venturing too close to the red-hot lava.

February 20, 2025 at 08:15PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/gjdpKUN

SpaceX rocket debris crashes into Poland

Debris from a Space X Falcon 9 rocket lit up skies across Europe before crashing into Poland.

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Robson 'honoured' to bring women's game back to Queen's

Former British number one Laura Robson says it is a "huge honour" to welcome women's professional tennis back to Queen's for the first time in more than 50 years.

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Can Europe and UK persuade Trump they're relevant to Ukraine's future?

Europe's hastily convened security summit in Paris is proof of leaders' anxiety about their role in defending Ukraine, the BBC's Katya Adler writes.

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Neymar scores first goal after Santos return

Neymar scores a penalty and sets up another goal as Santos beat Agua Santa 3-1 in the Campeonato Paulista, striking for the first time in his second stint at the club.

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What’s up with Gen Z?

A study suggests that less than half of Generation Z are proud to be British.

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Cover up or pay a fine, Portugal's Albufeira warns

Wearing bikinis and going shirtless may soon be banned in the city, as it fights against badly behaved tourists.

February 14, 2025 at 07:47PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/186EQVA

£115m lottery winners invest in bid to take women's football club to the top

The directors hope the investment will lead to the club's promotion to the Women's Super League.

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Half of French island in Indian Ocean burnt by wildfire

A wildfire has burnt through 55% of Amsterdam Island, a French foreign territory in the Indian Ocean.

February 12, 2025 at 10:41PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/rFOby1h

€5m worth of cocaine seized in Kildare

Approximately 72 kilos of cocaine was discovered following a stop and search in the Allenwood area of Kildare

February 13, 2025 at 03:04PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/LWZCFTx

One killed in ballistic missile attack on Kyiv, Ukraine says

The attack comes after president Zelensky suggested peace negotiations with Russia could include a territory swap.

February 12, 2025 at 04:47PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/4Di1jQJ

Armed police in stand-off at Sheffield city apartments

Specialist officers are "negotiating" with a man at a building on Broad Street in Sheffield.

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Elderly hostage in Gaza was killed in 7 October attack, Israel says

The 86-year-old is one of the hostages meant to be freed by Hamas within the next three weeks.

February 11, 2025 at 04:49PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/H4mVpu9

Americanswers... on 5 Live! Why was Taylor Swift booed at the Super Bowl?

And is TikTok blocking anti-Trump content?

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Motor neurone disease campaigner Sam Perkins dies

The sportsman raised hundreds of thousands of pounds after being diagnosed with the disease.

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Bodies of migrants found in Libya mass grave, authorities say

It comes just days after another mass grave with 19 bodies was found on a farm nearby.

February 09, 2025 at 11:56PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/dZm5sbY

Newcastle score controversial goal against Birmingham

Watch as Joe Willock brings Newcastle United level against Birmingham City after a "very, very tight" goal-line decision in the FA Cup fourth round.

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Trump suspends tariffs on small packages from China

The order ending duty-free shipment of packages from China worth less than $800 had caused chaos.

February 07, 2025 at 11:46PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/rKX8eTj

Man launches fight against fine for loudspeaker call at French station

The outraged passenger hires a lawyer to dispute the fine over a public phone call in Nantes.

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Judge halts Trump's government worker buyout plan

The resignation package offered by the White House is part of its plan to cut down on the number of federal employees.

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Man launches fight against fine for loudspeaker call at French station

The outraged passenger hires a lawyer to dispute the fine over a public phone call in Nantes.

February 06, 2025 at 11:50PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/pWtRumb

Trump to sign order banning transgender women from female sports

He says the move, which covers non-elite levels, restores fairness but human rights advocates have condemned it.

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Hunger-striking journalist challenges Georgia's government from jail

Mzia Amaglobeli is accused of slapping a police chief but her detention has made her a symbol of resistance.

February 05, 2025 at 11:07PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/kKJSlXG

Emmerdale and Coronation Street schedules face cut backs

The flagship ITV soaps will lose an hour a week of schedule time between them in a move bosses say will make the shows more "streaming-friendly".

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Illegal meat on most UK High Streets, official says

Post-Brexit checks are undermining efforts to keep out potentially disease-ridden meat, official says.

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Aston Villa sign PSG midfielder Asensio on loan

Aston Villa sign Spain midfielder Marco Asensio on loan from Paris St-Germain until the end of the season.

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'The perfect batter for his time' - meet India's latest record-breaker

Meet India's latest batting superstar Abhishek Sharma, who struck a record-breaking 135 in their T20 win over England.

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Victims of Philadelphia air ambulance crash named

Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker also updated the list of injured to 22, with five still in hospital.

February 02, 2025 at 11:17PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/VGPc9bd

Liverpool pass 'tough challenge' with flying colours

Liverpool are nine points clear in the Premier League and cleared their latest hurdle with a battling win over an impressive Bournemouth side.

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Trump says Venezuela will accept migrants returned from US

The move follows talks between Maduro and a Trump envoy that led to the release of six US detainees.

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Holders Ireland seal bonus-point win over England

Ireland score three second-half tries to launch their bid for a third successive Six Nations title with a bonus-point victory over England in Dublin.

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