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Tuesday, 28 February 2023

Homelessness: Rough sleeping up more than a quarter in a year

Rising prices are forcing people who have never slept rough before on to the streets, say charities.

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Nigeria's ruling party candidate leads presidential election

The ruling party's candidate has 44% of tallied votes, but the opposition says counting is flawed.

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Woman single-handedly takes on BA over vouchers and wins

Jennie Barber represents herself in court and cites law from 1943 to win refunds for flights.

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Monday, 27 February 2023

Obituary: Betty Boothroyd

The colourful and much respected Commons Speaker fought to maintain the traditions of Parliament.

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Settlers rampage in West Bank villages after Israelis killed

Israeli settlers burn Palestinian homes and cars in several villages after two settlers are shot dead.

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Andrew Tate to appeal third arrest extension in Romania



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Italy migrant boat shipwreck: More than 100 people feared dead

At least 62 migrants have died, including children, and many others are missing after the boat sank in rough seas.

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What is the energy price cap and what will happen to bills?

The energy bill support package will continue after April, but will be less generous.

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Sunday, 26 February 2023

Derby: Boy, 14, charged after car crashes into house

The boy is due in court on Monday charged with several driving offences, police say.

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USS Nimitz in ready position as China tensions rise



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Dominic Raab says he would resign if bullying claims upheld

A senior lawyer is investigating eight complaints of bullying against the deputy prime minister.

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The asylum patients being given their stories back

Volunteers are uncovering the lives of former patients of the Somerset and Bath Pauper Lunatic Asylum.

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Saturday, 25 February 2023

Mardi Gras: Australia's PM Anthony Albanese first to join march

Anthony Albanese's presence at Mardi Gras has been welcomed by many but he has also faced criticism.

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Stafford MP deselected one week after maternity leave return

Conservative Theo Clarke says she received abuse after announcing her plans to take time off.

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Thor the walrus spotted in Iceland after leaving UK

The mammal previously drew crowds off the coasts of Hampshire, North Yorkshire and Northumberland.

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Friday, 24 February 2023

Swimmers 'ruined' by culture of fat-shaming and bullying

Former athletes tell of mistreatment at clubs across England, with allegations stretching back more than a decade.

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Family launches legal action over mother's death in Tenerife crash

Michelle Exton's daughter says the family wants to get her mother the justice she deserves.

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Merseyside pupils 'humiliated' by school skirt-length inspections

Students protest over how Rainford High School inspections are implemented, with some left in tears.

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Nominations to close in SNP leadership race

Three MSPs - Kate Forbes, Humza Yousaf and Ash Regan - are expected to be confirmed as the contenders.

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Thursday, 23 February 2023

Omagh police shooting: Who is PSNI detective John Caldwell?

Det Ch Insp John Caldwell is one of the Police Service of Northern Ireland's best-known detectives.

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F1 Academy: Is Formula 1 finally taking women seriously?

Two teenage female drivers say they hope the new F1 Academy will break down barriers in the sport.

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Nitrous oxide: Laughing gas users risk spine damage, say doctors

Medics at a London hospital are seeing so many risky cases they have drawn up treatment guidelines.

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Wednesday, 22 February 2023

Teacher stabbed to death by pupil in France: reports

A teacher has been fatally stabbed in a school in south-west France, local media reports.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle dismiss South Park lawsuit rumour

A spokesperson for the royal couple reportedly said claims of a lawsuit are "totally baseless" and "boring".

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How Ukraine's children are coping, one year on

As the first anniversary of Russia's invasion nears, Newsround reporter Ricky Boleto spent a week in Ukraine to talk to children about the impact the conflict is having on them.

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Tuesday, 21 February 2023

Reece Parkinson to leave BBC Radio 1Xtra as Lady Leshurr replaced

Lady Leshurr, who's waiting to go on trial accused of attacking her ex, is also being replaced.

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Spain officials quit over trains that were made too wide for tunnels

The botched order was for commuter trains due to operate in two mountainous northern regions.

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SNP leadership: Will faith turn the tide for Scottish independence?

Scotland Editor James Cook sits down with SNP leadership frontrunners, Humza Yousaf and Kate Forbes.

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I can't feel fingertips after rowing in Antarctic seas

Adventurer Jamie Douglas-Hamilton's latest rowing challenge left him in the worst pain he has felt.

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Tom Sizemore in critical condition after brain aneurysm



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Emma Bridgewater coronation ware sees history continue

Work is under way at the Emma Bridgewater factory to create commemorative plates, mugs and teapots.

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Thorpeness House in the Clouds marks its centenary

Once described as a "monstrous pigeoncote", it is now one of Suffolk's most famous buildings.

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New Zealand v England: Joe Root says first-Test innings gave him 'kick up the backside'

Joe Root says his second-innings half-century in England's first-Test defeat of New Zealand has given him a "kick up the backside".

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Sunday, 19 February 2023

Nicola Bulley: Roads closed in search for missing mum

Police have shut roads near the area where the mother-of-two disappeared three weeks ago.

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Exeter: Man held over murder of woman in Ludwell Valley Park

Police launch a murder investigation after a woman dies in a suspected knife attack.

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Jeff Koons: Visitor breaks iconic balloon dog sculpture in Miami

The iconic Balloon Dog was knocked to the ground by an art collector in Miami.

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Hugh Jackman wants to score winner versus Wrexham

The Hollywood actor says he wants to "stick it" to Ryan Reynolds by scoring the winning goal.

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Saturday, 18 February 2023

Nicola Bulley search: Former police boss says criticism is unfair

A former police boss defends Lancashire Police's investigation into her disappearance.

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Baftas: Journalist Christo Grozev banned over security risks

Christo Grozev helped to expose an alleged poisoning plot against Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny.

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Friday, 17 February 2023

Widow wins right to share of husband's £1m-plus estate

The Hight Court heard Karnail Singh left nothing to Harbans Kaur, his wife of 66 years.

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Aaron Ramsdale: Man admits assault on Arsenal goalkeeper

Joseph Watts pleads guilty to attacking Aaron Ramsdale following last month's north London derby.

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Oscars 2023: Andrea Riseborough 'deeply impacted' by nomination row

Andrea Riseborough says she is "coming to terms" with her nomination, which has caused controversy.

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Brianna Ghey: Boy and girl in court charged with murder

Two 15-year-olds appear at Liverpool Crown Court charged with murdering 16-year-old Brianna Ghey.

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Banksy Margate Valentine's Day artwork piece removed again

A broken freezer is removed by a gallery to "ensure the integrity" of the artwork in Margate.

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Ambulance waits putting disabled children's lives at risk, doctors warn

Severely disabled children, who rely on emergency care, are being put at risk, doctors warn.

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Ohio train derailment: Rail firm pulls out of meeting with residents

East Palestine residents left without answers after train company cites security concerns.

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Wednesday, 15 February 2023

What happened next to the Thai cave rescue boys?

In June 2018, 12 boys from the Wild Boars spent three weeks trapped in the Tham Luang cave in Thailand.

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Who will replace Nicola Sturgeon as next SNP leader?

Ms Sturgeon refused to back anyone as a successor, insisting there was a wealth of talent within the SNP.

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A quick guide to the resignation

Scotland's First Minister has resigned - here's what you should know about her.

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Who is Nicola Sturgeon? - from teenage campaigner to Scotland's first minister

Scotland's first minister has been an SNP stalwart since she was a teenager.

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Ricky Reel: Met Police to re-examine student's death

The Met Police said the inquiry into Ricky Reel's death would "explore every possible avenue".

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Tuesday, 14 February 2023

Banksy confirms Margate Valentine's Day artwork is his

The piece in Margate shows a woman with a swollen eye and appears to have a domestic abuse theme.

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How has China reacted to the balloon saga?

From complaints to fevered speculation, responses from Chinese officials and netizens have shifted.

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Could new Brit School balance the UK music scene?

Nia Archives and Bad Boy Chiller Crew react to plans for a Bradford version of the famous school.

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BBC India offices searched by income tax officials

The searches come weeks after a documentary in the UK looked at PM Modi's role in the 2002 riots.

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UK must wake up to China threat, says ex-MI6 chief Sir Alex Younger

Western nations are "under full press of Chinese espionage", Sir Alex Younger tells the BBC.

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Monday, 13 February 2023

Brianna's death has left massive hole, says family

Brianna Ghey, 16, who was stabbed to death in a park is described as "fearless and one of a kind".

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Hollywood weight loss jab to be sold by Boots chemist

The once-a-week injection called Wegovy, said to be used by some celebrities, blunts appetite.

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Eoin Morgan: Ex-England captain retires from cricket aged 36

Eoin Morgan, who captained England to World Cup glory in 2019, announces his retirement from all forms of cricket.

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Sunday, 12 February 2023

Convicted Essex drug gang boss arrested in Thailand

Richard Wakeling, one of the UK's most wanted criminals, is arrested after fleeing in 2018.

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Tiny creature unlocks life before the ice age

A cave in Canada has been declared a globally significant location to preserve a rare amphipod.

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Ukraine war: Russian soldier death rate highest since first week of war

Ukrainian data shows 824 Russians dying per day, and the UK says the trends are "likely accurate".

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Nathan Jones: Southampton sack manager after just three months in charge

Southampton sack manager Nathan Jones after just three months in charge with the club bottom of the Premier League.

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Saturday, 11 February 2023

New rail strikes ballot to start soon - RMT's Mick Lynch

Mick Lynch says the union will keep talking to rail firms, after it rejected an offer on pay on Friday.

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Cyclone Gabrielle: New Zealand braces for storm after record floods

Residents are on edge as parts of the North Island prepare for more severe weather.

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Why the search for Nicola Bulley moved to road and sea

Reporter Nick Garnett looks at where the missing mother-of-two was last seen, and where she could have gone.

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Friday, 10 February 2023

Waterloo Road: Samia actress Priyasha Kumari talks breaking barriers

Priyasasha Kumari says her "fierce" character Samia challenges stereotypes for South Asian actors.

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China seeks 'bold' steps to lift birth rate

China's birth rate is at a record low, with officials identifying the cost of childcare as a major issue.

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Second-hand car sales drop due to lack of choice

Last year used car sales fell 9%, as drivers hung onto their vehicles for longer.

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Ukraine war: More blackouts after 'massive' Russian attack

Kyiv says Russia used missiles and drones in its Friday morning's strike on power networks.

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Thursday, 9 February 2023

Paul Mescal: My Oscar nomination felt absurd

Speaking in an interview with the Today programme, the Irish actor reacts to his recent award success.

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Super Bowl 2023: Jalen Hurts' best plays from his biggest Philadelphia Eagles games

Watch quarterback Jalen Hurts' best plays from his biggest games for the Philadelphia Eagles as he prepares to face the Kansas City Chiefs in Sunday's Super Bowl.

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Saudi sponsor for World Cup bizarre, says top US star Morgan

United States forward Alex Morgan says a potential Visit Saudi sponsorship deal for the 2023 Women's World Cup is "bizarre".

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Wednesday, 8 February 2023

Mary Queen of Scots: Secret letters written during imprisonment decoded

Experts said the 57 letters are the most significant discovery about Mary for 100 years.

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Commonwealth bull gets New Street station home

The 33ft (10m) sculpture gets a permanent home after thousands signed a petition to stop it being dismantled.

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Northern Ireland Protocol is lawful, Supreme Court rules

The protocol has been challenged by unionists, who say it breaches the Acts of Union and NI Act.

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Cost of living: GP concerns over rise in signs of malnutrition

A group called GPs at the Deep End is concerned patients are lacking in basic vitamins and minerals.

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Tuesday, 7 February 2023

Mark Cavendish robbery: Two men jailed over raid at cyclist's home

Two men broke into the Olympian's home when he was in the property with his wife and children.

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Dramatic rescue saves Thai baby who fell down well

The 19-month-old child slipped between a 30cm (12in) wide gap and fell to the bottom of the well.

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Turkey and Syria earthquake: ‘It was like a doomsday scenario'

Ismael had just left his son in hospital when the building started to collapse.

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Disney removes Simpsons 'forced labour' episode in Hong Kong

Disney cuts the episode from its streaming platform amid concerns over the Chinese territory's laws.

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Harry Styles' Grammys routine went in wrong direction, dancers reveal

Harry Styles and his dancers discover on live TV the show's stage didn't just go in one direction.

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Christian Atsu: Footballer 'removed from wreckage with injuries' after earthquake

Footballer Christian Atsu is pulled from the rubble of a building "with injuries" after devastating earthquakes in Turkey.

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Monday, 6 February 2023

Second balloon over Latin America is ours - China

A Chinese spokeswoman says the aircraft is for civilian use, but "deviated" from its intended route.

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Turkey earthquake: Screaming, shaking... how it felt when the quake hit

"There is an earthquake," one man said to his family. "At least let's die together in the same place."

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M&Co: Renfrewshire clothing chain to close all 170 stores

The Scottish company, which used to be known as Mackays, employs almost 2,000 people across the UK.

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Renault and Nissan shake up 24-year-old alliance

In a joint statement the motor industry giants said they had "rebalanced" their relationship.

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Sunday, 5 February 2023

Situation in east Ukraine getting tougher, says Zelensky

Ukrainian troops in the Donetsk region are facing difficult conditions, the country's president says.

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Balloon saga deflates efforts to mend US-China relations

Concerns about the balloon have derailed a vital visit to China this week by the US's top diplomat.

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Dad completes charity run along entire length of M1

Jamie Austin finishes the last leg of his challenge after setting off from Leeds 10 days ago.

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How beavers are reviving wetlands

Wetlands are being lost at a faster rate than forests, but in some regions beavers are part of the solution.

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Saturday, 4 February 2023

Lord of the Rings tells Brighton bin firm to change name

Brighton waste company Lord of the Bins say they face the prospect of spending thousands to rebrand.

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Pentagon: Chinese spy balloon spotted over Western US



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Teenager dies after shark attack in Australian river

The 16-year-old girl was thought to have been swimming in the Swan River, Western Australia Police say.

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NHS chief: Strikes making hospital bosses restless

With NHS England about to enter its biggest round of strikes, leaders say clearing backlogs will be difficult.

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17 Actors Who Lied, Schemed, And Gambled To Land A Role



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Tyre Nichols: Sixth police officer fired

Preston Hemphill violated multiple rules, including stun gun deployment regulations, police say.

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Samsung boss says he would not give a child under 11 a smartphone

The firm's UK mobile head says the decision is down to parental choice and safe internet browsing is paramount.

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Cost of living: Zero-hour jobs and the impact on mental health

Aqibur says getting a stable job felt like a weight off his shoulders after years of uncertainty.

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How we fell out of love with voice assistants

Worries over privacy and the cost of living have curbed interest in voice assistants like Alexa.

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Thursday, 2 February 2023

Mascara: What is the TikTok trend all about?

TikTok loves a code word, and its latest has caused a stir. But is it a good way to share?

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Formal bid made for Flow Country Unesco status

World Heritage Site status has been sought for almost half a million acres of blanket bog.

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What is the windfall tax on oil and gas companies?

There is further discussion of windfall taxes after record profits from Shell.

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Awaab Ishak: Thousands of homes found with damp and mould

Landlords are urged to "act now" after an audit of homes following the death of toddler Awaab Ishak.

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Wednesday, 1 February 2023

Great Yarmouth: 'The people behind the seafront feel left behind'

People in Great Yarmouth talk of their prospects as a report finds coastal areas often lose out.

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In pictures: Shetland's famous fire festival

Shetland's famous fire festival has women and girls in the torchlit procession for the first time.

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Dominic Raab: Union leader calls for suspension over bullying claims

Deputy Prime Minister Dominic Raab has denied allegations that he bullied civil servants.

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Watch as guest's phone keeps ringing while on air

A former cabinet minister, in his 80s, struggles to silence his phone while appearing on Newsnight.

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