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* Second hantavirus case confirmed after three die in suspected cruise ship outbreak
[1 hours old]: The operator of the MV Hondius ship says a Dutch couple and a German national have died.
- Potholes fuel voter frustration before elections - so what can be done?
[3 hours old]: The state of the roads will be at the top of many voters' agenda at this week's local elections in England.
. Airlines can cancel flights in advance over fuel shortages under new plans
[41 hours old]: Ministers hope move would help avoid last-minute flight cancellations for passengers this summer over Middle East fuel supplies.
. Prepare for turbulence - how a prolonged Middle East conflict could reshape how we fly
[961 hours old]: The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.
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* US strikes Iranian fast boats as Iran attacks UAE oil facility [0 hours old]: Shipping company Maersk says one of its US-flagged commercial vessels has successfully exited the Strait of Hormuz under US military protection.
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Two killed and many injured after car driven into crowd in German city of Leipzig [5 hours old]: A 33-year-old German citizen was detained following the incident, the authorities say.
* The most talked-about looks at this year's Met Gala [0 hours old]: The theme for 2026 Met Gala fundraiser is "Costume Art", exploring fashion as an embodied art form.
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Starmer to host Downing Street summit to address antisemitism [1 hours old]: The prime minister will meet leaders from a number of sectors at Downing Street on Tuesday.
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Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settle lawsuit over It Ends With Us film [4 hours old]: The settlement comes just ahead of a trial slated to begin in May, where both stars were expected to testify.
* Explosion at China fireworks factory kills 21 people [0 hours old]: A blast at a fireworks factory in Hunan province has killed 21 people and injured 61, state media report.
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Two arrested over arson attack at Golders Green memorial [9 hours old]: A memorial wall was damaged by fire on 27 April in north London, with counter-terror police involved in the investigation.
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Wu beats Murphy in decider to win world title [4 hours old]: Wu Yize becomes the second-youngest player to be crowned a Crucible champion, defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a compelling World Championship final.
* Poverty and technology fueling record levels of slavery in UK [1 hours old]: An independent report warns cost of living pressures are driving up exploitation levels in Britain.
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'We won't see her because she's Asian': How Lea Salonga fought to be seen on Broadway [4 hours old]: Broadway icon and Disney princess Lea Salonga has paved the way for Asian actors - but it hasn't been easy.
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The Papers: 'Rivals circle Starmer' and bid to reopen Hormuz pushes region 'to the brink' [2 hours old]: Several of the papers focus on Sir Keir Starmer's leadership of the Labour party.
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What we know about Trump's 'Project Freedom' in Strait of Hormuz [8 hours old]: What does the operation entail and could it lead to a resumption of hostilities?
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Widow of falsely accused murder suspect plans to sue Scottish authorities [4 hours old]: Sapna Mukherjee said her husband Sougat's life was "irreversibly destroyed" after he was labelled a suspect.
* British pubs closing at a rate of almost two per day in 2026 [0 hours old]: The British Beer and Pub Association says 161 pubs have closed in the first three months of this year.
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Britney Spears pleads guilty to reckless driving after arrest [9 hours old]: The 44-year-old will avoid jail time after her arrest in California earlier this year.
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Peter Kay bomb hoax accused removed from court [14 hours old]: Birmingham's Utilita Arena was evacuated on Friday night with the comedian ushered off stage.
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Dolly Parton cancels Las Vegas residency over health issues [5 hours old]: The 80-year-old country music star said it will take some time for her to be "stage-performance ready" again.
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Reform pledges to open migrant detention centres in Green-voting areas [13 hours old]: The Green Party has accused Reform of "making abhorrent announcements in attempts to distract voters".
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Bank of Dave star spots Warburtons fire from helicopter [6 hours old]: Dave Fishwick was flying over Burnley in his helicopter when he spotted the fire at the bread factory.
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A remarkable finale - but will 13 chaotic minutes cost Man City title? [3 hours old]: A chaotic 13-minute spell from Man City in the second half of a six-goal thriller at Everton could prove to be the visitors' undoing in the Premier League title race.
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China's Wu, 22, beats Murphy in deciding frame to win world title [4 hours old]: Wu Yize becomes the second-youngest player to be crowned a Crucible champion, defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a compelling World Championship final.
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'Pure theatre puts Hearts on cusp of title fairytale' [6 hours old]: BBC Scotland chief sports writer Tom English sums up the chaos and cacophony of Hearts' win over Rangers at Tynecastle.
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The high-quality relegation battle more like a title race [6 hours old]: The battle for Premier League survival is hotting up with Nottingham Forest, Tottenham and West Ham fighting for their lives.
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Man City's title hopes dented despite late Doku stunner in six-goal thriller [4 hours old]: Jeremy Doku's 97th-minute equaliser salvages a draw for Manchester City in a six-goal thriller at Everton.
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What Champions League failure means for 'broken club' Chelsea [8 hours old]: After a sixth-straight league loss, Chelsea are almost certain to miss out on Champions League qualification - a bitter blow which is likely to have far‑reaching consequences.
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Robinson in contact with England as he eyes Test recall [5 hours old]: Bowler Ollie Robinson confirms he has been in contact with both England head coach Brendon McCullum and managing director Rob Key as he eyes a recall to the Test side.
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US denies Iranian report warship was struck by missiles [13 hours old]: It comes as the US said on Monday it will begin to help "guide" vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz.
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GameStop makes .5bn takeover offer for eBay [11 hours old]: GameStop's boss Ryan Cohen says he sees potential to make eBay a much bigger rival to Amazon.
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Robots move in as waste firms struggle to find staff [2 hours old]: Humanoid robots are being added to the automation of waste sorting.
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What an empty car park tells us about the UK's debt problem [21 hours old]: The BBC has been speaking to people living in one of England's poorest communities.
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Princess Eugenie expecting third child this summer [16 hours old]: "His Majesty The King has been informed and is delighted with the news," Buckingham Palace said.
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BBC News app [8868 hours old]: Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests
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The Week: The Price Of The Iran War [102 hours old]: Could financial uncertainty from the Iran war stop a Starmer leadership challenge?
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LIVE at Maida Vale studios… How popular is Donald Trump in the US? [99 hours old]: And why isn't there more support for Democrats?
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Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling star in an award-winning musical [837 hours old]: An aspiring actress and a dedicated jazz musician fall in love in modern-day Los Angeles.
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Samsung family pays off record bn inheritance tax bill [22 hours old]: The bill is tied to the estate left by the firm's late chairman Lee Kun-hee, who died in October 2020.
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The threat to summer holidays looming from jet fuel shortages [27 hours old]: What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
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Amsterdam bans public adverts for meat and fossil fuels [27 hours old]: Local politicians say the move is in line with the Dutch capital's environmental targets.
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Struggling High Streets fuel sense of neglect for voters ahead of local elections [48 hours old]: Failing High Streets fuel a wider sense of political discontent which could prove crucial in the upcoming elections for English councils in May.
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Spirit Airlines shutting down after rescue talks collapse [51 hours old]: The airline had been in talks with the Trump administration about a 0m bailout.
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Voters will judge Trump on the economy - how is it doing? [40 hours old]: How much Donald Trump can do with the time he has left as president will depend massively on the cost of living.
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In five charts: How UAE's exit could affect Opec's influence over the oil price [38 hours old]: The BBC takes a look in charts at what the UAE's departure could mean for the oil cartel and more widely.
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Mortgages, jobs and energy bills - how the Iran war will affect your money [77 hours old]: The Bank of England's latest report reveals some interesting details on how our finances will be affected due to the Iran war.
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Trump says he will hike tariffs on EU cars to 25% [78 hours old]: The current level of tariffs charged on goods entering the US from the EU is 15%, under a deal negotiated last July.
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The Real Greek rescued by Cote Brasserie-owner [81 hours old]: All but nine of the Mediterranean chain's 28 outlets are being taken over by the family-owned Karali group.
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Pentagon says US military to be an 'AI-first' fighting force [77 hours old]: The US military has agreed eight new contracts with big tech firms as it expands its artificial intelligence capabilities.
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Crayola toys recalled over possible asbestos contamination [83 hours old]: People should stop using the products immediately and keep out of the reach of children, the government says.
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No evidence of widespread fuel price-gouging, watchdog says [83 hours old]: Profit margins were "broadly unchanged" between February and March, the UK's competition watchdog says.
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Billions of meals at risk due to Iran war, says fertiliser boss [85 hours old]: A shortage of fertiliser due to the Iran conflict could reduce crop yields and push prices higher, says the boss of Yara.
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'There were letters I didn't want to open': Rise in unpaid debt court cases [99 hours old]: The number of county court judgements rose by 17.5% in the first quarter of this year compared to last, data suggests.
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Will AI lead to more accurate opinion polls? [99 hours old]: It's cheaper and faster to collect people's opinions using AI, but will it make polls more accurate?
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The kelp producer who wants to get Americans eating seaweed [123 hours old]: Marine farmer Suzie Flores also hopes the crop can revitalise the US's small fishing towns.
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Why Spotify has no button to filter out AI music [171 hours old]: Music streamer Deezer allows users to filter out AI music, so why does Spotify not offer the same?
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How climate change threatens the economic backbone of the Pacific [195 hours old]: Tuna populations around the Pacific Islands could move away as ocean temperatures increase.
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From scientist to silk farmer: India's silk industry renewal [266 hours old]: Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India.
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How a pivot to hair accessories led to business success [291 hours old]: Jenny Lennick's colourful hair clips are sold across the US and around the world.
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What the Warner Bros deal could mean for streaming, cinemas and news [274 hours old]: If Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros goes ahead it could significantly reshape Hollywood.
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The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough [339 hours old]: A stellarator is difficult to build, but could it be the best way to make fusion energy work?
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'I had to pay £14k after my cat was run over' [20 hours old]: People with and without pet insurance are facing large bills when their animals get sick or injured.
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'I earn £36k but I can't afford to buy a house' [86 hours old]: Shelter Cymru says privately rented homes are unaffordable for most people across Wales.
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How the Iran war affects your money and bills [86 hours old]: The conflict in the Middle East has increased pressure on the cost of petrol, household energy bills and even food.
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How will car finance compensation payments work? [87 hours old]: Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.
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Scammers are becoming ever more sophisticated - this is what the fightback looks like [387 hours old]: Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?
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The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high [908 hours old]: Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
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Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers [1106 hours old]: Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?
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Why has the UAE left Opec - and why does this matter? [136 hours old]: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.
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What do shoppers think about the future of their high street? [137 hours old]: Freshney Place is being renovated to include a new food hall and five-screen cinema.
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Why Elon Musk and Sam Altman are fighting over OpenAI [180 hours old]: Musk, who co-founded the company that created ChatGPT with Altman, wants more than 0bn in damages.
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High street drug dealer sells cannabis to undercover reporter [272 hours old]: Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.