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The Papers: Better times ahead, says PM, and tributes to Pope

The first front pages of 2023 cover a range of stories, including Rishi Sunak promising "better times ahead". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wVcJDsZ

Mikel Arteta plays down Arsenal's title hopes despite seven-point lead at New Year

Mikel Arteta and Bukayo Saka insist Arsenal are not getting carried away, despite leading the league by seven points at the end of 2022. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QdbziDu

TV presenter Matthew Bassett shows life goes on with spinal injury

A trip to the beach changed Matthew Bassett's life - now he's determined to say yes to everything. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xQINlkA

UN seeks top court opinion on Israeli occupation

The vote has been hailed a victory by Palestinians and described as "despicable" by Israel. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/N6sm51U

Pope Francis and world leaders pay tribute to Benedict XVI

The head of the Catholic Church pays his respects to his predecessor Benedict, who resigned from his post in 2013. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/yHFgSa8

Brighton & Hove Albion 2-4 Arsenal: Gunners extend lead to seven points

Arsenal move seven points clear at the top of the Premier League despite a second-half wobble at Brighton. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SLdFCWw

The Big Eurovision Party: Rylan to bring in 2023 with song contest stars

Memorable acts from the song contest's history performed at a special concert in The Netherlands. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LE7msyY

2022 viral videos: Six social media moments that charmed Indians

From a confusing news debate to a nude photoshoot, there was plenty to keep Indian social media buzzing. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kXh832u

New Year's Eve parties hit by rail strikes and cost of living

New year bookings at bars and restaurants are down due to rail strikes and price rises, industry experts say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rO3Emga

Covid in China: WHO calls on Beijing to strengthen its response

As Covid surges in China, the WHO meets Chinese officials and calls for more real-time data. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6uWBzYl

Pelé: Why black Brazilians like me mourn the King

Pelé won his first World Cup only 70 years after slavery was finally abolished in Brazil. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/X6wl8gm

Andrew Tate: Romanian police to hold influencer for 30 days

The controversial influencer is detained in an investigation into rape and human trafficking. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SxKmFhg

Police arrest suspect in murder of four Idaho university students

The arrest comes six weeks after four students were found stabbed to death in their beds. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5lIxHRB

Pele: A sporting icon who made football beautiful

The life of the man regarded by many as the finest ever player of the "beautiful game". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/tPmV8FM

Ailing Benedict presents tough decisions for Vatican

For the first time in modern history a living Pope will help bury a dead Pope. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Tqjtw32

Avatar: The Way Of Water passes $1bn at box office

James Cameron's long-delayed sequel is only the third movie to hit the $1bn milestone this year. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oXKy9wB

Wallasey pub shooting: Third arrest over Christmas Eve attack

A 31-year-old man is held after Elle Edwards was killed and four men were injured on Merseyside. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/nYV8y1s

Cost of Living: Upcycling comeback amid money-saving drive

Upcycler Eleri fitted a new kitchen for her friend using £300 worth of upcycled materials. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UoJbr2w

At this Texas school, every student is a teen mother

Motherhood has been at the centre of heated US debate - this school shows how it's reshaping lives. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/S9xMpo4

Strep A: Woman arrested after girl, 8, dies in Lampeter

Health officials investigate possible Step A links to child's death, as police inquiry continues. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/V0gDih9

Energy giant ExxonMobil sues EU to block energy windfall tax

The US company says the levy on its profits will discourage future investment in Europe. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ri4G6jJ

Covid in China: Countries tighten rules as tourism set to resume

China is opening its borders after three years - but as Covid cases surge, other countries are wary. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/JsjXDT2

Heated clothes airer vs tumble dryer: What's cheaper?

If you're tempted to buy a heated airer, then watch this. We investigate whether it's worth it. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/E7tNvze

Strikes: Border Force, rail and driving test staff walk out

About 1,000 workers at six UK airports will resume their walkout over pay and conditions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AG68RZO

Fresh appeal for Lyla Lake, 13, missing over Christmas

Police issue a new CCTV image of Lyla Lake, who was last seen at Reading train station a week ago. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Nfn1AjB

The Papers: 'Strikes to escalate' and 'toxic' Sandhurst culture

Looming strikes and sexual assault claims at the Sandhurst military academy lead the papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/dphKfGz

Man, 62, dies after being hit by police car in Livingston

An investigation has begun after a pedestrian was struck by a marked police car in Livingston on Boxing Day. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/N2KzrXn

Spain announces €10bn help to fight rising prices

PM Pedro Sánchez backs aid for households amid an energy crisis prompted by Russia's war in Ukraine. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mv5nAc7

Cost of living: The hidden poverty in England's least deprived area

The people struggling to make ends meet in a village deemed England's "least deprived" area. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AiYmzGV

Train strikes: Services expected to start later as latest walkout ends

Passengers are being urged to check travel times as rail workers finish their latest walkout. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oVWr9Sv

The Papers: 'Light of our life' and '£40,000 hit to incomes'

Tributes to Elle Edwards, who was shot dead in a pub on Christmas Eve, dominate Tuesday's front papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/stvewrR

Iran protests: Family of football legend Ali Daei stopped from leaving

The wife and daughter of Ali Daei, who has backed protesters, are taken off a flight out of Iran. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HAwbM42

Do not reduce UK's modern slavery protections, Theresa May warns

The former PM tells the BBC that Rishi Sunak should avoid creating new loopholes for criminal gangs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/v1jxmNg

Ronan Vibert: Stars' tributes after death of actor, 58

Kathy Burke and Richard E Grant are among the celebrity names remembering Ronan Vibert. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wDCvLyV

Buy now, pay later: Things you need to know about the loan schemes

With the winter sales season in full swing here's what you need to know before borrowing money. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HZ1vDGl

Leak-hunting 'pipebots' will help us save water

About 20% of our water supply is lost to leaks and scientists say miniature 'pipe robots' could help. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pqJBV9u

US storm: Death toll in historic Arctic freeze rises to 24

Transport chaos and power cuts wreak havoc as much of North America shivers in blizzard conditions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wSrK2fl

Doctor Who trailer drops for fans at Christmas

Russell T Davies says he wants to give fans "a lovely little Christmas present". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oBb7wAT

Tribute paid to woman fatally struck by police car on Christmas Eve

The family of Rachael Moore, 22, who died on Christmas Eve, describes her as a "caring friend". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/uodL1tG

US winter storm: Americans and Canadians face mass outages on Christmas Day

At least 19 deaths are linked to a massive winter storm that continues to pummel the US and Canada. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sJdfPvc

Pope condemns human 'hunger for wealth and power' at Christmas Eve Mass

His comments at Christmas Eve Mass in the Vatican follow previous remarks about the war in Ukraine. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Ry79QB5

Kirsty Young: Former Desert Island Discs presenter reveals 'awful' experience with chronic pain

The former Desert Island Discs host returns to the radio programme - this time as the interviewee. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fQo5HSw

Wales' archbishops mourn the Queen in first joint Christmas message

Wales' Anglican and Catholic archbishops have issued a joint Christmas message for the first time. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/e9cLjGh

Dog starts house fire after turning on hairdryer

Crews were called to Hockley, Essex, on Christmas Eve and treated the dog and owner at the scene. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4Dgml0W

Prince Harry and Megan criticise the Sun's Jeremy Clarkson apology

A spokesperson for the royal couple says the newspaper profited off "hate, violence and misogyny". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/c6niQk9

White Christmas forecast for parts of Scotland

A Met Office yellow alert for snow and ice has been put in place for Christmas Day and Boxing Day. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ZwjAlMs

Santa-filled armoured truck gets stuck in Cornwall lane

The Santas, who were thought to be on a pub crawl, got wedged in a hedge in Cornwall. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5k91sqU

Rishi Sunak thanks public servants with surprise Christmas calls

Rishi Sunak phones diplomats, Royal Navy crew and other workers to thank them for their efforts. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/eNFLT3s

Zara Aleena: Family members 'completely destroyed' by murder

Zara Aleena's aunt says the family is struggling with daily life six months on from her murder. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wgi38fZ

The Sun apologises over Jeremy Clarkson's Meghan column

The newspaper says it regrets publishing the piece, in which Clarkson said he "hated" the duchess. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xbPlpwU

Royal Mail: When are the postal strikes and what were the Christmas post dates?

About 115,000 postal workers are taking part in the dispute with Royal Mail. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HQqxSU4

He Huang: How a comedian divided Chinese social media

Chinese comedian He Huang went viral with a performance in Sydney, prompting a heated response. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2FHqdz5

How did President Zelensky get to Washington?

How Ukraine's president travelled out of his country for the first time since the war began. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0oNObwF

FTX founder released to parents on $250m bail

Prosecutors have accused Sam Bankman-Fried of "one of the biggest financial frauds in US history". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mBTZh3S

The making of a young Hero of Ukraine

Quentin Sommerville traces the journey of a 22 year old from the start of the war to being awarded the highest honour for bravery. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QdIhRGr

Are teachers in the top 10% of earners in some areas?

Education Secretary Gillian Keegan said teachers are in the top 10% of earners in some parts of the country. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ysRXGL9

The British Sign Language project stretching back 2,000 years

A team is translating the Bible - from original Greek and Hebrew - into British Sign Language. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/I1w6F5O

The people who rent the same Christmas tree year after year

Some people are choosing to hire their Christmas tree to try to reduce waste and help the environment. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mewWVY2

Ambulance strike: Warning of very challenging days ahead

Thousands of paramedics, call handlers and technicians are taking action in England and Wales until midnight. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HmfzhOY

World Cup: The crowd goes wild for Argentina... in Bangladesh

Argentina has had an army of supporters in the South Asian country since the days of Maradona. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2nYBLMc

Clarkson's Meghan comments 'awful' but host will remain, says ITV boss

ITV boss Kevin Lygo says Jeremy Clarkson's comments in The Sun do not represent the channel's values. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wre7aOp

The two sides of Scotland's gender law debate

MSPs are set to decide on the controversial plans to reform gender recognition legislation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/E1fn8aw

Ros Atkins on... China’s Covid surge

As China deals with a new Covid wave, Ros Atkins looks at why it’s hard to assess its scale. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/G1dnsZM

Newspaper headlines: 'You'd better watch out' and 'avoid taking risks'

Warnings from ministers and NHS bosses ahead of Wednesday's ambulance strike cover front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/MuLP91n

Deadly California earthquake leaves thousands without power

The magnitude 6.4 tremor struck overnight, killing at least two people and damaging roads and buildings. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/nNhOUZp

Georgia Harrison: Revenge porn made me feel 'worthless'

The former Love Island contestant told the BBC she wants the government to simplify laws in the UK. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7Voly0X

Newspaper headlines: 'Ambulance strike threatens lives' and 'call a taxi'

Strikes by ambulance service workers and nurses dominate the front pages on Tuesday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lh1UXWs

Bob Stewart MP tells human rights activist to 'go back to Bahrain'

Human rights activist Sayed Ahmed Alwadaei has complained to the Tory Party over the incident. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/et6Ivxz

Man armed with knife shot dead by police

Police were called to reports of an armed man threatening people at a home in Carlisle. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mD3Ajzc

Ukraine to boost Belarus border defences as Putin meets Lukashenko

Kyiv fears a fresh Russian assault is on the horizon after President Putin travelled to Minsk. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hT2uNQI

NHS trust apologises as man kept in hospital for more than a year

The man tried to "escape" on one occasion and broke his arm in the process, a court hears. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VYLzRQP

COP15: Summit on 'pact with nature' enters final stretch

Decision day looms for sealing a global deal to stop the destruction of nature. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/dMbN2V7

Battery lights vs mains LED bulbs: What's cheaper?

As some shoppers swap mains bulbs for battery lights, we investigate if money is really being saved. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vy187FA

Ukraine: Russia to deploy musicians to front to boost morale

The new "front-line creative brigade" will consist of volunteer musicians and mobilised recruits. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/NBLebYx

Twitter to stop users linking to big social media platforms

The move affects content from Facebook, Instagram and Mastodon among other social media sites. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sGS2gE0

World Cup 2022: Elation in Argentina, sorrow in France - fans react

The party has only just started in Buenos Aires, but in Paris the crowds have already gone home. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/X7Eq85s

Strictly Come Dancing: Villagers celebrate Hamza Yassin's victory

Residents in the Ardnamurchan peninsula were cheering on their friend in the dance final. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rSdzClu

Canada's polar-bear capital Churchill warms too fast for bears

The amount of time without sea-ice is becoming too long for the bears to survive, experts say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UrGSAlh

False climate lockdown claims in Oxford lead to death threats

After false claims of a "climate lockdown" in Oxford spread online, councillors receive death threats. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/JRmgb1n

Steven Spielberg regrets decimation of shark population after Jaws

The director tells Desert Island Discs he fears sharks are "mad" at him after his 1975 blockbuster. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/uMgka8O

Strictly Come Dancing 2022: Hamza Yassin wins glitterball trophy

Hamza Yassin, Fleur East, Helen Skelton and Molly Rainford all fought to land the glitterball trophy. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/MRJbIT0

Your pictures on the theme of 'bright lights'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fp4F6d0

Taraneh Alidoosti: Top Iran actress who supported protests arrested

Taraneh Alidoosti is accused of "spreading falsehoods" about the protest movement gripping Iran. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/TomyLwG

Frankie Dettori: Jockey says he will ride for one final season before retiring

Jockey Frankie Dettori announces that 2023 will be his final season after riding more than 3,300 winners in a 35-year career. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fsdpCM2

P-22, Hollywood's celebrity mountain lion, ends his reign

His charisma and unusual residence made P-22 an icon - but the mountain lion's days are numbered. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QNVtFwG

The Papers: 'Get a grip PM' and King 'seeks peace' with Harry

Saturday's front pages focus on the NHS strikes and tensions within the Royal Family. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LbEFTlA

Sweden Furuvik zoo: Anger over shooting of chimpanzees in zoo escape

Critics ask why the Swedish zoo shot the chimpanzees instead of tranquilising them. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wfIPBA1

Amazon workers in Coventry vote for strike action

More than 98% of them backed strikes after an offer of a 50p per hour pay rise, the GMB union says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UJuvh7K

Harry and Meghan: What's the link between stress and miscarriage?

Harry and Meghan say they lost a baby due to stress but experts say we need more miscarriage research. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/s5JT6jn

When are the train strikes and what is the dispute about?

Disruption on the railways is expected, with industrial action in December and January. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/unEkOYP

SNP budget may go down in left-leaning history

John Swinney has gone some way to address SNP criticisms with a budget that was devolution in action. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1jdpA6z

Stretford and Urmston by-election: Polling stations close

The result of the Stretford and Urmston by-election is expected to be announced early on Friday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/D4lZG2k

Polish police chief in hospital after gift from Ukrainian officials explodes

A gift the officer received from a senior Ukrainian official explodes at police headquarters in Warsaw. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/PMOwDoB

Mortgages: What happens if I miss a payment?

Homeowners are worried about higher mortgage costs - but lenders must help those struggling. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/eJyDSMq

The Papers: 'Channel horror' and 'give nurses a deal'

Several of Thursday's papers lead with the migrant boat that got into difficulty while crossing the Channel. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mwHkP1z

World Cup: France fans jubilant as Morocco's dream ends

Celebrations for Les Bleus as Moroccan fans are left in silent despair. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1Agz4Ba

Largest nursing strike in NHS history set to start

Nurses in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are set to strike in a dispute with the government over pay. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xiBDCfI

Military housing: Families say they're living in damp, mouldy conditions

In a rare show of discontent, personnel say they wait days or sometimes weeks for repairs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VWAmw2s

Boris Johnson makes more than £1m from speeches since leaving office

The former PM's paid appearances since September include speeches in America, India and Portugal. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ZHuCsPi

Twitter Files spark debate about ‘blacklisting’

Revelations about Twitter's content moderation decisions have raised questions about political bias. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/f5ZNb9t

The papers: The PM's plans for the asylum system, and the latest on the strikes

The PM's plan for the asylum system, and the rail and nurses' strikes lead several of today's papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/FqTsJH9

Prince William and Kate release family Christmas card image

The photograph shows the family of five dressed casually, smiling and holding hands in Norfolk. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sXwHMr5

World Cup 2022: Argentina 3-0 Croatia - Messi and Alvarez put their side into World Cup final

Lionel Messi and Julian Alvarez were on target as Argentina beat Croatia to reach the World Cup final. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/8z32pdT

Nice: Eight guilty over the deadly Bastille Day lorry attack

They are given jail terms from two to 18 years over the 2016 lorry attack that left 86 people dead. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0G9K7zO

Avatar: The Way of Water reviews vary wildly between critics

The Way of Water is the follow-up to 2009's Avatar, the highest-grossing movie of all time. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Ve6HSg4

Newspaper headlines: Strikes, ice tragedy, and Harry and Meghan latest

Many of the front pages carry the story of the deaths of three boys in Solihull, as well as plans to use taxis as ambulances during strikes. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/CmzbqDW

Train strikes: Widespread delays expected as latest walkouts loom

About 40,000 rail workers will start walking out on Tuesday in a row about jobs and pay. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/unTfRYs

Russia's Putin scraps trademark year-end news conference

No reason is given, but there is growing unease among Russians over President Putin's invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fyc81uD

Cwmbran: Man with broken hip taken to hospital tied to plank

Melvyn Ryan's granddaughter, Nicole Lea, says she was told no ambulances were available. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UKWSrFB

Lockerbie bombing suspect will not face death penalty

Abu Agila Masud is the first person charged on US soil in connection with the 1988 airline attack. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/O8bBm2U

Megan Newborough: Man who strangled girlfriend convicted of murder

Ross McCullam admitted Megan Newborough's manslaughter but had denied murder. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YZ8F1dA

US immigration: 'They'd rather die than return to Nicaragua'

A record number of Nicaraguans are heading to the US as conditions worsen at home. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4wkeGDI

K-pop: The rise of the virtual girl bands

They may sing and dance like other musicians but they are made with artificial intelligence. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YpoyxJT

Newspaper headlines: 'Lake horror' and troops to act as 'strike breakers'

Children hospitalised after falling in a lake and troops to be used in strikes feature on front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/favioKb

King Charles and Camilla's Christmas card shows pair at Highland Games

They pick an image from September's Highland Games for first festive card since Charles became King. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/nKzbBCj

UK weather: All flights suspended at Stansted Airport

Heathrow and Gatwick also cancel flights after fog and snow sweeps the country. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KRUDH9C

Four children fall into icy lake near Birmingham

There is no update on their condition after the incident at Babbs Mill Park on Sunday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/74YcDGA

LadBaby and Martin Lewis rework Band Aid's Do They Know It's Christmas

The duo will make their fifth assault on the charts with a cover of Do They Know It's Christmas. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ihlsrWA

Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg... in 60 seconds

Laura Kuenssberg questions guests including NHS England's medical director and the foreign secretary. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7w6liIZ

Owen Farrell says Eddie Jones sacking as England boss is 'unbelievably disappointing'

England captain Owen Farrell says the Rugby Football Union's decision to sack Eddie Jones as head coach was "unbelievably disappointing". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/87lHsZW

Chile volcano: Alert issued after Lascar rumbles to life

The Lascar volcano, in the north, sends a plume of volcanic ash and hot gases 6,000m into the sky. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/BD0x2LO

Plebs: Bafta nominated sitcom comes to an end

After ten years, Ancient Rome sitcom Plebs is coming to an end with a feature-length finale. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WPVAvh8

Kenya Maasai Olympics: Hundreds gather for lion hunt alternative

The event was set up to replace an annual lion hunt due to waning numbers of the animal in Kenya. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/JW5NMyO

Rita Moreno: If I wasn't Hispanic, I'd have had a different career

West Side Story icon Rita Moreno says discrimination left her with an unfair share of rubbish film roles. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rYbNMmt

Eva Kaili: Senior EU lawmaker arrested over alleged bribery by Gulf state

Prosecutors suspect the country tried to influence European Parliament decisions using bribery. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/omTrDe2

World Cup: Fans in Morocco and around world erupt with joy

Supporters cheer as the North African side beats Portugal, defying expectations. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rXVi3zB

Biodiversity: What is a mass extinction and are we causing one?

While scientists agree on the dire state of life on Earth, they don't always agree on how we should describe it. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/B54QRHY

Sam Ryder: A surfing accident changed my life

After he almost drowned, the star refocused on his music career and ended up singing at Eurovision. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/jKIF73Y

The seven-day-a-week life of a maid for Qatar's royal and rich

Maids in Qatar often work long hours without a day off, despite changes to employment law. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1I6cMUx

Six PCs banned from policing for grossly offensive messages

Two officers are sacked and four more told they would have been if they had not already left. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VWfgr5B

Nimco Ali: Adviser to step down to avoid serving under Braverman

Nimco Ali says she's on a "completely different planet" from the home secretary during a broadcast interview. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mV7nBqL

Ricky Gervais: There's no way James Corden stole my joke

In October, James Corden was accused of stealing a Ricky Gervais joke on The Late Late Show. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/aTfO2v5

Royal Mail: Views from both sides of the picket line

The BBC speaks to a striking worker on the picket line and someone choosing to work on strike day. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Ccl25KG

How Seychelles ocean plants could help tackle climate change

Seychelles is one of the first countries to map its seagrasses nationwide, which are a huge store of carbon. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0dkKtlM

The Papers: 'Palace anger' and 'direct hit' at Queen's legacy

Reaction to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's new Netflix series dominates Friday's papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qjoZzsm

Is Labour really back in business?

Labour has made its latest pitch to business. Did it convince them the party is a government-in-waiting? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/se1pxi3

Ros Atkins On... Why the UK has approved a new coal mine

The proposed mine would dig up coking coal for steel production in the UK and across the world. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/27UBQoN

Girl band Flo win the Brits rising star award

The London-based trio follow in the footsteps of previous winners Sam Fender, Celeste and Tom Odell. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/CU4GSIc

Wordle: The most Googled word globally and in the US in 2022

Lottery numbers, the Queen's death and elections couldn't outperform US search interest in Wordle. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VUm3vBa

Labour MP suspended from party pending investigation

Conor McGinn, who represents St Helens North, will now sit as an independent MP. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/t9pZr38

Putin: Nuclear risk is rising, but we are not mad

The Russian leader insists his country would only use its nuclear arsenal in response to a strike. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/G0A9sRq

Turner Prize: Windrush memorial artist Veronica Ryan wins for 'poetic' sculptures

Veronica Ryan's winning works include giant sculptures of Caribbean fruits on a street in Hackney. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/s2e9mux

Strep A: Royal Belfast children's hospital postpones routine procedures

Officials say the postponements are due to pressures caused by a rise in bacterial and viral infections. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/13fmCyL

UUP leader criticised for 'whine like a girl' remarks

The Ulster Unionist leader is called a "disgrace to unionism" by the DUP's Edwin Poots. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rcTtqVD

Why the government line on strikes is hardening

Ministers are stepping up the rhetoric as they prepare to mitigate the impact of industrial action. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Mae6k3q

Ukraine war: Animal eye packages sent to embassies from Germany

Ukraine says bloody packages sent to its embassies bore the address of a German Tesla dealership. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mCReWL5

The Papers: 'Ambulance unlikely if you fall' and 'Mone alone'

The impacts of the upcoming strike by ambulance staff dominate some of Wednesday's front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mDgpznx

Stephen Bear shared sex footage with ex 'for money', court told

Stephen Bear denies voyeurism and two counts of disclosing private, sexual photographs and films. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lL9Q25P

Indonesia's new sex laws and what they could mean for tourism

Holiday hotspots like Bali are still recovering from the pandemic - now new laws could derail them again. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Qo6awVU

Can I get a cold weather payment and how much are they?

Cold weather payments are available to some as temperatures stay low. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/XZEnUaw

Avatar: The Way of Water world premiere takes place in London

Everything you need to know about director James Cameron's long-awaited second trip to Pandora. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/JU2WA8g

Covid: Why were the government's Covid contracts challenged?

The government awarded thousands of contracts to private companies during the pandemic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/emiTlW5

UK sleepwalking into food supply crisis, says farming union

Yields of tomatoes and other crops are set to hit a record low as farmers struggle with surging costs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5De4KPm

The Papers: 'Fury at Sussexes'' and PM 'abandons' housing goals

Reaction to Prince Harry and Meghan's new documentary dominates some of Tuesday's front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bHn9Dzh

Michelle Mone sent aggressive Covid contract email, Matt Hancock says

Ex-health secretary accuses Tory peer of being threatening when trying to secure a contract for a firm. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gvOBhEx

Wave of Russian missiles hits Ukraine

The latest strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure may have caused less damage than previous attacks. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lqf8FgR

Nasa's Orion spacecraft is homeward-bound

The ship fires its main engine near the Moon, committing itself to a return to Earth on Sunday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/dFVOEsw

Do you need to change your accent to get a top job?

Student Chris explores trying to change the way he speaks, out of a concern his accent may hold him back. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/OmrLfKR

The Papers: 'Three Lions roar' and Sterling raid 'terror'

England's 3-0 win against Senegal at the World Cup dominates Monday's front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Mitj3kZ

Nigerian student Aminu Adamu Mohammed apologises to Aisha Buhari over tweet

Aminu Adamu Mohammed, 24, describes the experience as the ''darkest hours'' of his life. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/TdtvyL8

Raheem Sterling: England forward leaving World Cup squad after family home break-in

Raheem Sterling is leaving the England World Cup squad in Qatar after a break-in that occurred at his home in the UK while his family were in. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oZxKFNf

Tan Hill Inn: Guests snowed in at highest pub hold reunion

Guests who spent three nights snowed in at the Tan Hill Inn during Storm Arwen return for a reunion. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ZLVtB82

EU must act over distortions from US climate plan - von der Leyen

Ursula von der Leyen says the EU must act amid concerns within the bloc over US climate legislation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/krCUNWp

The photographer who puts little people in the frame

David Gilliver has won awards for his Macro photography putting tiny figurines into imaginative scenes. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/GCpYiUP

Stephanie Slater: The kidnap victim who faced a second ordeal

How one woman survived a notorious kidnapping, only to be traumatised by how she was treated afterwards. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/GShbaE8

Coding: Female engineers deleting myth that tech is for men

Huge growth in technology means women are desperately needed to fill more jobs, businesses say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WeFDA1g

St Edward's Crown leaves Tower of London ahead of Coronation

The 17th Century crown has been removed from the Tower of London to be altered for the Coronation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mreaZFP

Elnaz Rekabi: Family home of Iranian climber demolished

Elnaz Rekabi became a hero of the protest movement after competing abroad with her hair uncovered. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/PwGeC8n

Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa leader won't resign, says spokesman

Cyril Ramaphosa is accused of keeping large sums of cash on his farm then covering up its theft. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3WPqaNe

Cost of living: Vicar left in tears over community's food poverty

"I spend most Monday evenings in tears," says Father Dominic Cawdell, of St Peter's in Flintshire. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/B3h0rq6

Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa leader's future in doubt amid scandal

South Africans wait with bated breath as ANC leaders adjourn crisis talks. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bd8DzOG

Peter Kay moved to tears in live comeback as tour kicks off in Manchester

The Bolton comedian makes a triumphant return in the first date of his first tour for 12 years. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/aCqDnBA

University of Derby: Mother suspended from lectures over baby row

Leah Foster says the university went back on an earlier deal and she is now missing valuable teaching. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kXLdtNb

Prince William to meet US President Joe Biden ahead of climate prize

The Prince and Princess of Wales will hand out awards for their Earthshot Prize on Friday evening. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SftHrYp

Tesco shoppers switching from fresh to frozen food

The supermarket boss says there have been many changes to how people shop due to the cost of living. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oQGfNq3

The Papers: Harry and Meghan's 'bombshell' and calls to end strikes

Friday's papers focus on the release of Prince Harry and Meghan's Netflix trailer, and Christmas strikes. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/u9aYsV8

Canada: Alleged serial killer accused of murdering four indigenous women

The alleged serial killer was arrested for one murder in May. On Thursday police laid more charges. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/TCGDp5R

Strep A: Penarth primary school child dies of disease

Strep A is a highly contagious bacterial infection that can be extremely serious, but is treatable from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2eKdBDG

NHS: Ambulance delays as paramedic holds for GP

When ambulance crews bring patients to hospital they are meant to be able to handover their patients to A&E staff within 15 minutes. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Y0ARw4d

House prices: What happens when they fall?

How are rising interest rates changing the housing market around the UK? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/CkiJMRs