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* Europe targeted by spiralling campaign of sabotage - and Russia is the chief suspect
[0 hours old]: Germany has blamed Russia for an attack on Leipzig airport but there has been a series of suspicious incidents elsewhere.
- Planes grounded at Gatwick after aircraft stuck on runway
[2 hours old]: Gatwick Airport said the runway was closed "due to a technical issue with a departing aircraft".
. Uber launches UK's first robotaxis with a driver - here's what it's like to ride in one
[41 hours old]: The ride-hailing app has launched 15 self-driving taxis, but they will have safety drivers inside.
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* 'I'd rather die than ring the police': Distrust and fear in Middlesbrough after A66 crash [0 hours old]: BBC News visits town where violence has escalated after the fatal crash and residents say they are living in fear.
* Farage says his aides' donor comments were 'loose pub talk' [1 hours old]: Two senior Reform aides have stepped down from their roles following a Channel 4 News and Verbatim film about donations.
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'A rare moment of joy': Nepal tunnel rescues bring hope for more flood survivors [2 hours old]: There are still hundreds of workers trapped in a network of tunnels that run along the Trishuli river.
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'We expect our sons to be killed,' father of teen shot dead in West Bank tells BBC [4 hours old]: Palestinian teenagers Omar al-Naasan and Khalil Abu Alia were shot dead when Israeli settlers and soldiers entered a village in the occupied West Bank.
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Oasis fans say cryptic codes in chip shop video point to Glasgow gigs next year [5 hours old]: Internet sleuths spotted sets of numbers in posters suggesting the map co-ordinates for Celtic's Parkhead stadium in Glasgow.
* Russia hits Ukrainian security headquarters in drone attack, Zelensky says [1 hours old]: The unmanned aerial vehicle struck without warning in the heart of the Ukrainian capital.
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UK support for Falkland Islands 'unwavering' after Argentina restates claims, No 10 says [5 hours old]: The comments come as Argentinian president Javier Milei says the "winds of change" favoured his country's claim on the British overseas territory.
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Stock up on food to prepare for extreme weather, minister says [6 hours old]: Dame Angela Eagle warns the weather event could lead to extreme storms this winter.
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OpenAI agents hijacked German website before Hugging Face hack, report claims [2 hours old]: OpenAI said it could not "meaningfully respond" to the report's findings because it hadn't been allowed to review it ahead of publication.
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Russell Howard 'devastated' after his baby son died shortly after birth [6 hours old]: The comedian says his son Felix died earlier this year shortly after his wife Cerys had given birth.
* What happens if a mistrial is declared in Lindsay Clancy case? [1 hours old]: Prosecutors could seek a new trial in the case of the US mother charged with murdering her three children in 2023.
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100 influencers invited to US Open spark debate on 'tennis etiquette' [10 hours old]: The behaviour of influencers and content creators has become a major talking point at this year's US Open amid incidents of matches being disrupted.
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Families move out of 'nightmare' new-build homes plagued by defects, damp and mould [12 hours old]: Dozens have contacted BBC Your Voice as complaints to ombudsman have tripled in a year.
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How could US-Iran conflict end? Three experts give their views [8 hours old]: After renewed strikes this week, does either side have an exit strategy?
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Prosecco, cakes and beauty products - how to get birthday freebies and why there's a catch [10 hours old]: Cake, coffee, make-up and burgers are just some of the free things you can get on your birthday.
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73 goals from dropping deep - we ask Harry Kane to break down how he did it [7 hours old]: Harry Kane was the highest goalscorer in Europe last season, yet he plays like a midfielder. We ask him to break down his game.
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Woman whose XL bully dog killed her cousin given suspended prison sentence [6 hours old]: Kelcie Reed admitted being in control of a dangerous dog which killed 19-year-old Morgan Dorsett.
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Xbox caps cloud gaming at 15 hours a month for Game Pass subscribers [5 hours old]: Xbox said the limits were due to the rising cost of cloud gaming, and would allow it to invest more in its performance
* Trump's peace envoys to visit Moscow and Kyiv over weekend [0 hours old]: Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have led President Donald Trump's efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war - but talks have stalled.
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Answers needed on transgender surgery pause in Wales, says health minister [5 hours old]: Mabon ap Gwynfor says he respects the decision but has questions for the health board responsible.
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Queen's joy at 'happy ending to a terrible story' [2 hours old]: The Queen was one of a number of high-profile figures who donated books a library that was burned down.
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Five jailed after kidnap victim jumped from window [6 hours old]: The man was held captive and filmed being repeatedly assaulted before escaping, police say.
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Newscast [5 hours old]: Two senior Reform UK officials step down after undercover donations report.
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How 'unique' Bellingham is thriving in Mourinho's system [9 hours old]: Jude Bellingham looks fit and ready to build on his World Cup form as he aims to rediscover his best at Real Madrid under Jose Mourinho.
* Ferrari still behind Mercedes on straights - Hamilton [0 hours old]: Lewis Hamilton says Ferrari's new engine is "an improvement" but that his team are still lagging behind Mercedes on the straights at the Italian Grand Prix.
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Richarlison omission not my decision - De Zerbi [1 hours old]: Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto de Zerbi says it was not his decision to leave Richarlison out of the club's Premier League squad.
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'Disappointing' and 'really sad' - no away fans at Old Firm games this season [4 hours old]: There will be no away supporters for Celtic and Rangers derbies in the Scottish Premiership or Premier Sports Cup this season.
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'My position now is as one of two 10s' - Kane breaks down his evolution [7 hours old]: Harry Kane was the highest goalscorer in Europe last season, yet he plays like a midfielder. We ask him to break down his game.
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Surprisingly strong US jobs figures fuel rate rise bets [2 hours old]: The number of roles added to the US economy increased by 162,000 in August, almost triple the 56,000 forecast.
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Controversial Jackdaw gas field set to be approved in weeks, sources say [11 hours old]: The government is set to give the go-ahead for the gas field off the coast of Aberdeen, the BBC understands.
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UK petrol prices hit highest level since Iran war began [4 hours old]: The price of unleaded hits 163p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.
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From 'dog fruit' to darling: India's avocado boom [12 hours old]: Demand for avocados is booming in India and local growers hope to grab more of the market.
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Volkswagen board approves plan to cut another 50,000 jobs [10 hours old]: The group - which includes Audi, Porsche, Skoda as well as the VW brand - plans to cut a total of 100,000 posts by 2030.
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US diesel prices hit an all-time-high [6 hours old]: Fuel prices have soared since the Iran conflict began at the end of February, mirroring the surge in wholesale oil prices.
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Argentine leader threatens to sanction oil firms and reiterates Falklands claim [10 hours old]: Javier Milei reiterates his country's claim on the British overseas territory, saying the "winds of change" favour it.
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Firmus Energy customers face price increase [3 hours old]: Customers in the Ten Towns area will see a 8.98% increase and 12.5% for Greater Belfast.
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Mum says 'no fat left to trim' on household costs amid 42% rise in water bills [8 hours old]: Water companies were given the green light to increase bills for customers earlier this month.
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1986: Manchester's second-hand fashion mecca [2 hours old]: Designer Jeff Banks visited Affleck’s Palace, an indoor emporium selling vintage clothing.
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Would you lie to get a birthday freebie? [11 hours old]: We ask people in London if they would fib about their birthday to get a free treat from a shop or restaurant.
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Has Pete Hegseth lost control of the Pentagon? [47 hours old]: The US military is losing its senior leaders.
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Inside Ella Toone’s life on and off the pitch [2352 hours old]: Go behind the scenes with the Manchester United and England footballer
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Imagine a world where no one has heard of The Beatles [521 hours old]: An unsuccessful singer-songwriter wakes up in a world where no-one remembers The Beatles.
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'I lost my savings after a job interview scam' [17 hours old]: Jobseekers, especially Gen Z, are being targeted with fake, booby-trapped recruitment apps.
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Is India's internet boom running into an undersea problem? [17 hours old]: At least 13 of India's 18 intercontinental cables come ashore within six kilometres of Mumbai's Versova beach.
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Nvidia strikes .9bn deal to buy AI platform Hugging Face [24 hours old]: The deal gives Nvidia control of a leading open-source AI platform and developer community.
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Households warned gas price spike could pile fresh pressure on energy bills [28 hours old]: Experts warn low storage levels could push up gas prices further, leaving households with higher bills.
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B&Q and Five Guys among firms that paid staff below minimum wage [28 hours old]: More than 600 companies underpaid staff, with £4m returned to workers, according to the government.
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Almost half of households do not see benefits of economic growth, report says [35 hours old]: Analysis has found a "stark" gap in the spending power of households in the north and south of England on average.
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Stingy bosses and spare change: How much should you give to the office whip-round? [42 hours old]: Office whip-rounds are a staple of working life but they can raise a lot of awkward questions.
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How Victoria Beckham turned her fashion firm around and made it profitable [42 hours old]: The pop star formerly known as Posh Spice has taken nearly two decades to turn a profit.
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Trump coin makes him first living president on US currency in a century [25 hours old]: The US Mint special edition is stamped with a portrait of Trump alongside the words "LIBERTY" and "IN GOD WE TRUST"
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Hundreds of North Sea workers too heavy for new helicopter rules [36 hours old]: Workers should weigh no more than 19.5st fully clothed so that they can be winched to safety in an emergency.
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Heathrow expansion an 'outdated' risk, mayor says [36 hours old]: Sir Sadiq Khan is repeating his opposition to a third runway in response to a government consultation.
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Who is Alejandro Betancourt, colourful oil baron behind US-Venezuela oil deal? [41 hours old]: The 46-year-old figure of international intrigue has an apparent knack for being in the right place at the right time.
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Faisal Islam: Why bond market wildfire is keeping world leaders up at night [52 hours old]: Huge AI spending plans and the ongoing war in Iran are driving up borrowing costs around the world.
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Uber to cut over 3,000 jobs in major global restructuring [48 hours old]: The company says cutting roles would make its operations "simpler and faster".
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Why wait? Business grads buying firms to install themselves as CEO [42 hours old]: Impatient to be the boss of an established company they are borrowing money to fund their purchases.
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'My parents won't lend me £10k but helped my brother': When families play financial favourites [114 hours old]: So-called financial favouritism can cause jealousy and resentment long into adulthood. Here is how experts say you can avoid it
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Overcooked? Why robotic pizza makers are failing [186 hours old]: A string of failures has sapped confidence that robots will take over production at pizza restaurants.
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How Dolly Parton's business savvy helped her succeed far beyond the charts [210 hours old]: While country music and films brought her fame, her entrepreneurial zeal brought her fortune.
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Firms scramble for battery power in Spain and Portugal [234 hours old]: After last year's massive power failure Spanish and Portuguese firms are buying battery back ups.
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'What you see is what you pay' - why some US restaurants are banning tips [258 hours old]: Tips are central to US dining culture but some eateries think that they are unfair.
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Drought leaves 'barely any apples' to make cider [252 hours old]: Some orchards are harvesting just a 10th of their usual crop, and facing an uncertain future.
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How landscape gardening is being electrified [354 hours old]: The switch to quieter electric equipment is not going as fast as some would like.
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Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters [1049 hours old]: Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?
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Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension [1578 hours old]: Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
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The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash [2058 hours old]: The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
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How the High Street became a window on our political instability [2130 hours old]: High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?
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The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil [2386 hours old]: Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam
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Business Daily [20 hours old]: Rising bonds yields and growing government debt could see interest rates start to rise
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Watch: Trump commemorative coin goes on sale [20 hours old]: The US Mint began selling gold-coloured (£0.74) coins featuring President Donald Trump's likeness to mark the country's 250th anniversary.