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Rwanda bill to become law after months of wrangling
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 00:38:10 GMT

Parliamentary stand-off ends, opening the way for asylum seekers to be sent to the African country.

Why a plane to Rwanda won't be taking off any time soon
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 23:15:30 GMT

The Rwanda bill has finally been approved - but planes won't be taking off any time soon.

Father begins legal fight against BP for dead son
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 00:35:24 GMT

Hussein Julood says the burning of gas at a BP-run oil field in Iraq caused his son's leukaemia.

Chat room helps Destiny-Rae, 5, find a new kidney
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 01:00:57 GMT

An online friendship between two mums led to a new kidney for five-year-old Destiny-Rae.

Three-year-olds groomed online, charity warns
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 23:03:39 GMT

IWF says many were likely filmed remotely while using phones or other handheld devices at home.

Sunak to pledge £500m more to support Ukraine
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:34:05 GMT

The prime minister is travelling to Poland and Germany, highlighting an additional £500m to Ukraine.

Top US colleges struggle with widening Gaza protests
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 00:26:39 GMT

Dozens were arrested at Yale on Monday, while Columbia cancelled in-person classes over safety fears.

Prosecution: Trump hush money was 'pure election fraud'
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 19:45:19 GMT

But the defence says the former president committed no crimes and calls star witness an admitted liar.

Cigarette prices motivating more to give up - study
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 01:13:28 GMT

The cost-of-living crisis is having an impact - but health concerns remain the top reason for quitting.

Stephen Lawrence murder investigation to be reviewed by independent police force
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:41:51 GMT

An independent police force will review the case, after Stephen's mother called for it to be reopened.

Parliamentary researcher charged with spying for China
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 15:58:31 GMT

Christopher Berry, 32, and Christopher Cash, 29, will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Friday.

Huw Edwards leaves BBC on medical advice
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:34:38 GMT

The presenter has been off air for months after reports he paid a young person for explicit photos.

Rwanda flights 'by July' and Huw Edwards resigns
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 00:45:18 GMT

A vote on the government's asylum bill and Huw Edwards' departure from the BBC lead the papers.

Unease as Rwanda gears up for arrival of UK migrants
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:00:02 GMT

Rwanda is gearing up to welcome deported asylum seekers once the landmark UK bill is passed.

Could House of the Dragon star change the face of gaming?
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 01:21:34 GMT

Abubakar Salim set up his own studio to tell a personal tale of grief inspired by his Kenyan heritage.

Arrests, raids and infighting: India's opposition takes on Modi
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 23:50:29 GMT

The unwieldy alliance has had leaders arrested and bank accounts frozen as it tries to unseat the PM.

How robots are taking over warehouse work
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 01:17:00 GMT

At Ocado's newest warehouse robotic arms are helping to pack customer orders.

Drag queen Lady Bushra on life, laughs and Bradford
Tue, 23 Apr 2024 01:25:44 GMT

Lady Bushra, one of the UK's best-known British Asian drag queens, opens up about his first UK tour.

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Taylor Swift fans 'overwhelming' London pub
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 16:32:51 GMT

A south London pub named on Taylor Swift's new album describes the reaction as "crazy".

Homeowner pain as major banks hike mortgage rates
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 16:48:13 GMT

Lenders respond over views the Bank of England may not cut interest rates as soon as previously thought.

Israeli military's intelligence chief resigns over 7 October
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 15:29:07 GMT

Maj Gen Aharon Haliva is the first leader to quit for failing to prevent the 7 October attack.

FTSE 100 stock index closes at new all-time high
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 17:01:24 GMT

A weak pound and hopes of easing tensions in the Middle East drive up the UK's top stock index.

Rail strikes announced for May Bank Holiday week
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 19:26:32 GMT

Train drivers will stage walks-out between 7 and 9 May while overtime bans will disrupt services.

Kinder Buenos worth £134k stolen from estate
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 13:11:31 GMT

Thieves have made off with £134,000 worth of Kinder Bueno chocolate in an early morning raid.

TV tower breaks in half after strike on Ukraine
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 16:58:54 GMT

The local military says that digital TV has been cut off in the surrounding area.

'It is the end for Ten Hag - there is no coming back'
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:18:46 GMT

Erik ten Hag's time as Manchester United manager is reaching an end and there is "no coming back", says Chris Sutton.

Forest ask PGMOL to release audio from Everton game
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 12:00:14 GMT

Nottingham Forest have asked the Professional Game Match Officials Board to release audio from three key incidents in their Premier League defeat at Everton.

Inter seal Serie A title by winning Milan derby
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:59:07 GMT

Inter Milan seal their 20th Italian title by beating arch-rivals and nearest challengers AC Milan in a historic Derby della Madonnina.

Korda wins Chevron Championship to match LPGA record
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 05:55:57 GMT

World number one Nelly Korda wins the Chevron Championship and matches the LPGA record for successive victories.

Selby unsure of snooker future after round-one loss
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 22:25:23 GMT

Four-time world champion Mark Selby says he will consider his future in snooker after losing 10-6 in the first round against Crucible debutant Joe O’Connor.

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Mon, 22 Apr 2024 23:24:00 GMT

And, Huw Edwards resigns from the BBC on medical advice

Israel-Iran: A sigh of relief in the Middle East?
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 08:50:00 GMT

This round of the regions most dangerous rivalry appears to be over, for now

Who gets 15 hours of free childcare and how do I apply?
Tue, 02 Apr 2024 11:50:29 GMT

Parents in England can now access 15 hours of free weekly childcare for their two-year-olds.

Childcare shortage worsens as costs rise – report
Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:56:00 GMT

Fewer than a third of councils in all areas have enough spaces for children under two, a charity finds.

Can you afford to take your children on days out?
Sat, 30 Mar 2024 07:24:50 GMT

Parents and a play centre owner say they are feeling the squeeze when it comes to costs.

Mum wishing son's life away in free childcare wait
Thu, 04 Apr 2024 05:19:20 GMT

Alex McGinn is waiting for her son to turn three so he qualifies for 30 hours of free childcare.

Nursery death caused by unsafe sleeping, jury told
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 17:30:55 GMT

A pathologist tells a trial Genevieve Meehan's sleeping arrangements were "responsible for her death".

NI postmasters to have names cleared under new law
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 17:01:52 GMT

The bill will quash convictions brought about by the scandal, with those affected offered £600k.

Man jailed for 17 years for brutal murder of partner
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 14:39:17 GMT

John-Paul McLaughlan admitted killing Stacey Warnock at their home in Airdrie in December 2022.

Wales' first brain tumour hub announced
Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:46:36 GMT

A £1m brain tumour research hub will be set up in Wales.