Avanti West Coast strike to hit New Year's Eve trains

Rail passengers will face a "significantly reduced" service due to a strike by train managers.

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What we know about why Trump supporters are clashing over US visas

A row has erupted over a long-standing US visa programme, We looked into the figures behind the scheme.

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Glamorgan sack coach Bradburn after misconduct charge

Glamorgan sack head coach Grant Bradburn following a recent charge of misconduct by the independent cricket regulator.

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'Green' ferry emits more CO2 than old diesel ship

One transport expert tells the BBC it might be better to run the new CalMac ferry on diesel.

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Rabada heroics against Pakistan send South Africa to Test final

South Africa secure their place in June's World Test Championship final by holding their nerve to beat Pakistan by two wickets on an enthralling fourth day of the first Test in Centurion.

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Murray bringing 'fresh look' to my game - Djokovic

Novak Djokovic credits Andy Murray with "bringing a fresh look" to his game as he prepares for his first tournament since naming his former rival as his new coach.

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Kiefer Sutherland grew up unaware of dad Donald's success

Only when he moved to Hollywood to pursue his own career did he realise his dad was a great actor.

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India mourns ex-PM Manmohan Singh with full state funeral

Mourners gathered across Delhi to pay respects to a former PM many credit for India's economic reform.

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How a town got together to cut crime by a third

Baildon in West Yorkshire "feels safe", residents say, after a Neighbourhood Watch scheme exploded.

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'Innovation in every sense - that's what F1 is'

Formula 1 travels the globe to create a spectacle of cars going around in circles burning fuel. But what is it doing in terms of global sustainability?

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Queen Elizabeth II had dim view of Orange marches, state papers claim

Irish state papers reveal a private conversation between the late Queen and an ex-Irish ambassador.

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'Modern-day gladiator' - the rapid rise of teenage heavyweight hope Moses Itauma

Rising heavyweight hope Moses Itauma reflects on his journey from a small Slovakian town to being tipped for boxing greatness.

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Test your knowledge in the big sports quiz of 2024

As the year draws to a close, test your sporting knowledge with our quiz, which looks back at some of the big events of the year.

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Slam success & ranking rises - how British tennis thrived in 2024

The retirement of long-time talisman Andy Murray this year gave an opportunity for other British players to step into the limelight - and here's who impressed.

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Man shot dead by armed police on Christmas Eve

West Mercia Police refers itself to the policing watchdog after a man was shot in Redditch.

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Dozens not thousands killed on Mayotte by Cyclone Chido, French PM says

French Prime Minister François Bayrou believes dozens of people died after the cyclone hit the territory, rather than thousands.

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Konstas, 19, to make Australia debut in Boxing Day Test

Opener Sam Konstas is set to become Australia men's youngest Test batting debutant in 71 years in the Boxing Day Test against India.

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MoJ staff accused of accessing Nottingham attacks case files

Police are investigating claims MoJ staff illegally accessed Nottingham attacks files.

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Cross back as England name Women's Ashes squad

Fast bowler Kate Cross has recovered from an injury to be named in the England squad for the Women's Ashes starting in Australia next month.

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Grief and anger in Magdeburg after Christmas market attack

Outside the market hit by a speeding car, Germans complain about security and their politicians.

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Usyk cements legacy with points win over Fury

Oleksandr Usyk beats Tyson Fury to retain his unified heavyweight world titles and prove his status as a generational great with another close points win in their rematch in Saudi Arabia.

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England recall Root for ODIs but Stokes left out

England recall Joe Root, who tops the men's Test batting rankings, to their one-day international squad for the tour of India and the 2025 Champions Trophy.

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Syria's minorities seek security as country charts new future

After the fall of Assad, many are apprehensive about how Syria will next be ruled.

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Skiing great Vonn impresses on World Cup return

Lindsey Vonn marks her World Cup return after more than five years away from the sport with an impressive 14th place in the Super G at St Moritz.

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How a tiny village grew into a huge luxury destination

From sticky toffee pudding to three Michelin-starred dining, a Lake District hamlet turns hotspot.

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RFU chair Ilube steps down amid pay row

Tom Ilube steps down as Rugby Football Union chairman, pre-empting the possibility of a grassroots rebellion forcing him out over executive bonuses.

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Why Rashford is 'lightning rod for criticism'

BBC Sport columnist Nedum Onuoha explains why Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has always been judged differently to other players.

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McIlroy and Scheffler dominate PGA-LIV 'Showdown'

PGA Tour superstars Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler show their superiority against LIV Golf rivals Bryson DeChambeau and Bryson Koepka in a floodlit exhibition in Las Vegas.

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BBC and ITV agree World Cup deal for 2026 and 2030

BBC Sport agrees a deal to share live coverage of the Fifa World Cup in 2026 and 2030 with ITV, and will broadcast across TV, audio and digital platforms.

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Why Final Fantasy director almost rejected his dream job

Naoki Hamaguchi says he wasn't sure if he wanted to spend 10 years on one project.

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'Our rapists should admit guilt before they get parole'

Ellie Wilson and Hannah McLaughlan are calling for changes to the parole system.

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Can Rangers find a way to dent Celtic domination?

Can Rangers manager Phillipe Clement find a first win over Celtic in Sunday's League Cup final or will Brendan Rodgers continue his impressive Old Firm record?

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West Ham academy goalkeeper, 15, dies after cancer battle

All scheduled academy fixtures over the weekend are being postponed as a mark of respect.

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Family's tribute to 'beautiful' teen killed at docks

Zacharias Atkinson, 19, was fatally injured in an industrial incident in Bootle, Merseyside.

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Woman awarded £36k over Christmas party harassment

A woman who works for the Human Rights Commission complained about "unwanted physical contact".

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Can Postecoglou rediscover old comforts in Glasgow?

Ange Postecoglou is in stormy waters at Tottenham. But might a return to Glasgow in the Europa League restore some calm?

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Nigel Farage, Reform and the Future of British Politics

Could Reform UK really win the next election?

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Chatbot encouraged US teen to kill parents over screen time limit, lawsuit claims

Legal action filed in Texas alleges Character.ai 'poses a clear and present danger' to young people.

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Rugby community rallies as search for star goes on

Police fear Tom Voyce has died after trying to cross a Northumberland ford flooded by Storm Darragh.

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Man fulfils dying wish accompanying daughter down aisle

Bride Jess was ready to cancel the wedding - but the help allowed people to say goodbye to her dad.

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Five things to look out for in the Welsh budget

Spending plans are to be unveiled by Mark Drakeford, but a deal needs to be struck to make them pass.

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Blow to UK as equipment hire giant Ashtead heads for US

The building equipment rental firm joins others who have moved to the US from London.

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King says Elizabeth II wore her crown at bath time when he was a child

The King also spoke of feeling "slightly anxious" about wearing the heavy St Edward's Crown at his own coronation.

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UK will review Syrian group's terror ban, cabinet minister says

Pat McFadden says the UK will consider if a terrorist designation should remain for a Syrian group which led the overthrow of al-Assad rule.

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'I fought £255 parking charge and won'

Garry Kay was asked to pay £255 because he took longer than five minutes to buy a parking ticket.

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Watch: BBC reports from inside Damascus

The BBC's Barbara Plett-Usher says everyone in the Syrian capital is "waiting to see what will happen next".

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'I watched my house burn down with memories of my late daughter inside'

A 64-year-old with no insurance is left homeless after fire tore through her house in East Lothian.

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Dick Van Dyke stars in Coldplay video as he turns 99

The actor recreates dance moves from across his career, and reflects on old age in a touching video.

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Leclerc given 10-place grid penalty in Abu Dhabi

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc is fastest in first practice but is given a 10-place grid penalty for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

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'Pink-ball master' Starc claims his best Test figures

Mitchell Starc takes his best Test figures of 6-48 as Australia dismiss India for 180 on day one of the second Test in Adelaide.

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'Unbelievable', 'world class', 'immense' - pundits purr over Salah

Match of the Day pundit Micah Richards praises an "immense" performance from Mohamed Salah and says Liverpool "must keep" the Egypt forward.

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Deer killed by dog in Richmond Park, police say

Met Police are appealing for help in identifying the owner of a dog believed to have killed a deer.

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Central Cee and Jorja Smith among Mobo nominees

They are among several three-time nominees for the 2025 ceremont, alongside Cleo Sol and Ghetts.

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The president's gamble backfired: What was he thinking?

Yoon's shock move was a bid to get the kind of grip on power that has eluded him since he was elected.

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Van Dijk 'the best ever'? Rank great Premier League centre-backs

Where does Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk rank amongst the best Premier League centre-backs ever?

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'Extraordinary' - the case for Aspinall to fight Jones in numbers

A statistical look at why Britain's Tom Aspinall deserves a UFC undisputed heavyweight title showdown with Jon Jones.

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Top UN court to rule on key climate questions

The significant case could clarify governments' legal responsibilities in relation to climate change.

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McLaren call for inquiry into Norris penalty as FIA under scrutiny

McLaren call for an inquiry into the penalty Lando Norris was given for ignoring yellow flags during the Qatar Grand Prix.

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Fifa rejects own committee's call to compensate Qatar workers

Fifa publishes a long-awaited report it commissioned into the legacy of the 2022 Qatar World Cup, but fails to implement its key recommendation.

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Why would a US fugitive choose to hide in Wales?

One of America's most wanted men is arrested in rural north Wales following 21 years on the run.

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British holidaymaker killed in Turkey lift-shaft incident

Tyler Kerry was "a young man full of personality, kindness and compassion", his uncle says.

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