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Fake psychiatrist Zholia Alemi who forged medical degree jailed

Zholia Alemi worked as a psychiatrist for 22 years after she forged a medical degree, a court hears. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6A3rfkK

Banshees of Inisherin: The 83-year-old behind Oscar film's famous knits

Delia Barry's knitwear for Banshees of Inisherin has featured in Vogue, but she says "they're just jumpers". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/edtgVAy

Homelessness: Rough sleeping up more than a quarter in a year

Rising prices are forcing people who have never slept rough before on to the streets, say charities. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/RSCh0YV

No hope for actor Tom Sizemore after aneurysm - manager

The Saving Private Ryan and Black Hawk Down actor suffered a brain aneurysm earlier this month. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/J35DrpG

Nigeria's ruling party candidate leads presidential election

The ruling party's candidate has 44% of tallied votes, but the opposition says counting is flawed. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IPvcNxt

Abby Choi: Ex-husband charged in gruesome Hong Kong murder

Choi's ex-husband and former in-laws have been charged in connection with her murder. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5jN7KUE

Bradford police car crash causes damage to row of buildings

Keighley Road in Bradford remains closed following a crash involving two police cars. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VruY1Om

Obituary: Betty Boothroyd

The colourful and much respected Commons Speaker fought to maintain the traditions of Parliament. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/x7VWfi3

Cost of living: Neighbours share potato-cooking duties to cut costs

Each week a different cook delivers hot jacket potatoes to their neighbours in Walthamstow. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/76molL0

Settlers rampage in West Bank villages after Israelis killed

Israeli settlers burn Palestinian homes and cars in several villages after two settlers are shot dead. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/cM8P2EI

Italy migrant boat shipwreck: More than 100 people feared dead

At least 62 migrants have died, including children, and many others are missing after the boat sank in rough seas. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wNuTyj7

Northern Ireland Protocol: Announcement about Brexit deal imminent

The deputy prime minister earlier said the UK was close to securing a deal with the European Union. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HaGvkpl

Olivia Newton-John: Australia celebrates 'force of nature' performer

Sir Elton John is among the celebrities who paid tribute to the late actress at a special event. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7vfXKLa

High Wycombe woman with cancer chooses party over funeral

Linda Williams says she hates funerals and wanted to dance the night away with her friends instead. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2GoUQJM

Derby: Boy, 14, charged after car crashes into house

The boy is due in court on Monday charged with several driving offences, police say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lAjGt96

The asylum patients being given their stories back

Volunteers are uncovering the lives of former patients of the Somerset and Bath Pauper Lunatic Asylum. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/yQjhW72

Nigeria election: Votes counted after tight poll, final results may take days

The elections are the biggest democratic exercise in Africa, with 87 million people eligible to vote. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6pcNIFW

Two bodies found in search for missing tug crew off Greenock

A major operation was launched after the vessel sank in East India Harbour, Greenock on Friday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lgWLu5G

Mardi Gras: Australia's PM Anthony Albanese first to join march

Anthony Albanese's presence at Mardi Gras has been welcomed by many but he has also faced criticism. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UXLRFvw

Stafford MP deselected one week after maternity leave return

Conservative Theo Clarke says she received abuse after announcing her plans to take time off. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0s6eMTF

Thousands of tattooed inmates pictured in El Salvador mega-prison

Suspected gang members are pictured in huge new prison, part of El Salvador's "war on crime". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4UIvF3H

Thor the walrus spotted in Iceland after leaving UK

The mammal previously drew crowds off the coasts of Hampshire, North Yorkshire and Northumberland. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HheGFso

TikTok under investigation by Canadian privacy authorities

The investigation into the video-sharing platform will have a particular focus on younger users. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hKVCr0J

Vernon Kay 'over the moon' to replace Ken Bruce on Radio 2

The presenter has said he is "over the moon" to take over the long-serving host's weekday show. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/032QRXs

Poet Laureate marks 100 years of the Flying Scotsman

Simon Armitage has written a poem about one of the country's most romantic trains. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3h1AmYu

Family launches legal action over mother's death in Tenerife crash

Michelle Exton's daughter says the family wants to get her mother the justice she deserves. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/CHZM79f

Merseyside pupils 'humiliated' by school skirt-length inspections

Students protest over how Rainford High School inspections are implemented, with some left in tears. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/GFpHuRy

Tebbutt murder-kidnap: Kenyan freed on appeal after decade in jail

A man walks free after 11 years, amid concerns about a Met detective's role in his conviction in Kenya. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/s4J0UIc

Rio carnival: Outlaw theme clinches title for samba school

Samba school Imperatriz Leopoldinense wins the title of this year's carnival parade in Rio de Janeiro. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xfSjFMU

Nasal decongestant safety review due to rare brain risk

Experts are assessing a very rare side effect of nasal decongestants that could harm brain blood flow. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4huGIyz

John Motson obituary: BBC commentator was 'voice of football' for 50 years

John Motson, who has died at the age of 77, was famed for his iconic football commentaries. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5bv3BSE

Omagh police shooting: Who is PSNI detective John Caldwell?

Det Ch Insp John Caldwell is one of the Police Service of Northern Ireland's best-known detectives. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/EeDBv10

Timeline of dissident republican activity

Details of significant events involving dissident republican activity in Northern Ireland since March 2009. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sfbvYn4

What's behind the fruit and veg shortages?

Supply issues have led Asda and Morrisons supermarkets to limit sales of fresh produce. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IJEqz6Y

How Russia's 35-mile armoured convoy ended in failure

How Russia's plan to overthrow Ukraine's government ended in embarrassing failure. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AjXRr4w

Aardman animation teaches UK school kids about child refugees

The four minute film is made by the studio behind Wallace and Gromit and will be shown in schools. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/t3A1BLM

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle dismiss South Park lawsuit rumour

A spokesperson for the royal couple reportedly said claims of a lawsuit are "totally baseless" and "boring". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/teJlNIh

British Steel plans to close ovens and cut 260 jobs

The Chinese-owned company says it is proposing cuts at its Scunthorpe site due to economic challenges. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/z6PxGYL

London Fashion Week: The styles and stars in pictures

Designers like Julien Macdonald and Christopher Kane drew crowds and celebrity-filled front rows. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9WlSfks

Met officers shared offensive messages about Harvey Price, hearing told

Eight current and former Met Police officers are accused sharing offensive content in a WhatsApp group. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fqiGN6P

How much money is the UK government borrowing, and does it matter?

How does government borrowing work, and how and when is the money paid back? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/tksPYyO

Reece Parkinson to leave BBC Radio 1Xtra as Lady Leshurr replaced

Lady Leshurr, who's waiting to go on trial accused of attacking her ex, is also being replaced. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/I8lbrQu

Spain officials quit over trains that were made too wide for tunnels

The botched order was for commuter trains due to operate in two mountainous northern regions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pOnMSxE

Implant gives hand control nine years after stroke

Heather Rendulic was able to use her left arm and hand for the first time in nine years. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SuzbrnM

Spain to extradite British suspect to US over Twitter hack

Joseph O'Connor faces several charges in connection with the hack of more than 130 Twitter accounts. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KjUNhr3

Cost of living: Falling energy bills may prompt more customer deals

A typical domestic energy bill will rise in April but there are fresh forecasts of subsequent falls. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gQwamcL

Racism in police killings not being properly examined - report

The role of racism is not properly examined after black people are killed by police, a charity says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mUMwfEr

Emma Bridgewater coronation ware sees history continue

Work is under way at the Emma Bridgewater factory to create commemorative plates, mugs and teapots. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mTc8MNk

Who will replace Nicola Sturgeon as next SNP leader?

Ms Sturgeon refused to back anyone as a successor, insisting there was a wealth of talent within the SNP. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2RXuFNQ

Manchester United sale: Bids from Ineos and Qataris raise 'questions'

The Manchester United Supporters' Trust says the two bids made for the club raise questions about sporting integrity, debt levels and inclusivity. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HfIPFg8

Nicola Bulley: Roads closed in search for missing mum

Police have shut roads near the area where the mother-of-two disappeared three weeks ago. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Q1kd2aO

Exeter: Man held over murder of woman in Ludwell Valley Park

Police launch a murder investigation after a woman dies in a suspected knife attack. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IByKDSE

Aberhosan: Farmer dies and son seriously injured in accident

Residents are described as being in shock, with a concert cancelled as a mark of respect. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oD3H2Zi

Hugh Jackman wants to score winner versus Wrexham

The Hollywood actor says he wants to "stick it" to Ryan Reynolds by scoring the winning goal. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HExtLon

UK defence spending is top priority, says Mordaunt

Penny Mordaunt says the government has committed to increasing its defence spending to support Ukraine. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qmSToyk

Iran International: Channel leaves UK after regime threats

Iran International says it's leaving the UK because of threats against its London-based journalists. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VbmARk5

Aston Villa 2-4 Arsenal: Stoppage-time goals send Gunners top of Premier League

Arsenal score twice in stoppage time to win a six-goal thriller at Aston Villa and return to the top of the Premier League. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/NzGVyaT

Rishi Sunak: We must double down on Ukraine military support

Allies must give advanced air defence systems and long-term security assurances, Sunak says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VKZhX3t

NI Protocol deal by no means done, says Rishi Sunak

The UK is preparing to announce it next week but the PM says there are "challenges to work through". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/GZFg3x4

Nicola Bulley search: Former police boss says criticism is unfair

A former police boss defends Lancashire Police's investigation into her disappearance. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rv9PHkn

Banksy Margate Valentine's Day artwork to move to Dreamland

Dreamland says it "jumped at the chance" when it was asked to be the new home to the piece. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3oa045m

N Korea fires missile after threatening retaliation

Pyongyang fires a missile into the sea a day after warning the US and Seoul against military drills. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/a6N42ZR

How Helsinki became the mobile gaming capital of the world

The Finnish capital attracts top gaming talent, while Netflix is setting up its gaming division there. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fstQpUu

New Zealand v England: Robinson will be 'ready' to lead attack after Broad & Anderson

Pace bowler Ollie Robinson says he will be "ready" if he is asked to lead England's attack when James Anderson and Stuart Broad retire. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/OejmhV1

Drake and 21 Savage settle Vogue cover lawsuit

A Vogue internal memo reveals the pair have settled over a fake magazine cover promoting Her Loss. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0QnWUd3

Widow wins right to share of husband's £1m-plus estate

The Hight Court heard Karnail Singh left nothing to Harbans Kaur, his wife of 66 years. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6fsnwbN

Police to face questions over Nicola Bulley disclosures

The Lancashire force is criticised for making her struggles with alcohol and the menopause public. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Nuvkhm0

Aaron Ramsdale: Man admits assault on Arsenal goalkeeper

Joseph Watts pleads guilty to attacking Aaron Ramsdale after a match against Tottenham. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/cB0ZEAi

Lukashenko warns Belarus will join Russia in war if attacked

Alexander Lukashenko warns he is ready to wage war if one Ukrainian soldier enters Belarus. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/TlRpfJE

Olaplex products cause hair loss, lawsuit claims

Twenty-eight women are suing the haircare company, saying its products ruined their hair. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/FGUx1h9

Little evidence to support health claims made on formula milk

Researchers say claims the milk helps support brain and nervous system development are unfounded. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/8LeXdkS

Brianna Ghey: Boy and girl in court charged with murder

Two 15-year-olds appear at Liverpool Crown Court charged with murdering 16-year-old Brianna Ghey. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1Ek4aBm

Banksy Margate Valentine's Day artwork piece removed again

A broken freezer is removed by a gallery to "ensure the integrity" of the artwork in Margate. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/GnWh0DN

Nicola Sturgeon: Winner who fell short of ultimate prize

The surprise departure of the most experienced political leader in the UK throws up many questions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Kq4eFiH

What happened next to the Thai cave rescue boys?

In June 2018, 12 boys from the Wild Boars spent three weeks trapped in the Tham Luang cave in Thailand. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9t4yU8V

Watch: Sturgeon 'wrestling' with decision to resign for weeks

Nicola Sturgeon announces that she is resigning after more than eight years as head of the Scottish government. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4fnHYy8

A look back at Nicola Sturgeon's life in politics

As Nicola Sturgeon resigns as Scotland's longest-serving first minister, BBC Scotland looks back on how she rose to the nation's highest office. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/78CFozP

Ricky Reel: Met Police to re-examine student's death

The Met Police said the inquiry into Ricky Reel's death would "explore every possible avenue". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/8zZnSCW

Nikki Haley: Five things to know about White House hopeful

The former South Carolina governor is entering the presidential race and taking on Donald Trump. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/FQvJVlO

Republican Nikki Haley enters 2024 presidential race

The former UN ambassador is the first to join Donald Trump in the Republican field. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/F6hOAbL

Wayne Couzens: Police misconduct cases over indecent exposure reports

Two officers are facing action over the handling of reports of indecent exposure by Wayne Couzens. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Fv38hQc

S Club 7 announce comeback tour to mark 25 years

The pop group, who last performed together in 2015, will tour the UK and Ireland in October. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Ghulrfd

How has China reacted to the balloon saga?

From complaints to fevered speculation, responses from Chinese officials and netizens have shifted. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/J3oNGZt

Could new Brit School balance the UK music scene?

Nia Archives and Bad Boy Chiller Crew react to plans for a Bradford version of the famous school. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/s9WLnHu

I can fly a plane before being able to drive a car

George Walker has a private pilot licence at the age of 17, inspired by his grandfather who was in the RAF. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7sa1o0v

Richard Sharp: PM declines to say if he backs under fire BBC chairman

Rishi Sunak said he would not "pre-judge" an investigation into Richard Sharp's ties with Boris Johnson. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AujDFKE

BBC: What's been 'occurring' in Wales for 100 years

It's not just Doctor Who and Gavin and Stacey, BBC has been at Wales' major moments since 1923. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/dVJ1gPX

Meet the junior doctor whose novel has won Stormzy's annual book prize

William Rayfet Hunter is the third person to receive the prize, which was set up by rapper Stormzy. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pYVvbTP

Hollywood weight loss jab to be sold by Boots chemist

The once-a-week injection called Wegovy, said to be used by some celebrities, blunts appetite. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1GCN5xu

Kettering supermarket worker's song hits 10m views on TikTok

Mae Stephens wrote her kiss-off to an ex while working shifts in a supermarket. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Hp4zyQu

Police seek Stoke-on-Trent murder suspect after house fire

Staffordshire Police says Georgian Constantin, from Stoke-on-Trent, might have travelled to London. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0K2Fe1p

Turkey earthquake rescue continues almost 150 hours on: 'You are a miracle'

A seven-month-old baby and 12-year-old girl are among those pulled from the rubble. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DuOatRM

Tiny creature unlocks life before the ice age

A cave in Canada has been declared a globally significant location to preserve a rare amphipod. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1V3RiBu

Asylum protests: Teen charged over Knowsley disorder

He is accused of beating an emergency worker after disorder outside a hotel housing asylum seekers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Q1DLVit

Ukraine war: Russian soldier death rate highest since first week of war

Ukrainian data shows 824 Russians dying per day, and the UK says the trends are "likely accurate". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/TgCJIFO

Nathan Jones: Southampton sack manager after just three months in charge

Southampton sack manager Nathan Jones after just three months in charge with the club bottom of the Premier League. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0zLvPy9

Thousands of pregnant Russian women fly to Argentina

The women are trying to ensure their children obtain Argentinian passports, officials say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/BVHuvn8

Knowsley: Fifteen arrests over clash outside asylum seeker hotel

A police officer and two members of the public suffered minor injuries during the disorder. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2VFEobU

Brit Awards 2023: Could Harry Styles sweep the board?

Styles is up for four prizes, including best album, but faces competition from Wet Leg and Stormzy. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/NtT5qGW

New rail strikes ballot to start soon - RMT's Mick Lynch

Mick Lynch says the union will keep talking to rail firms, after it rejected an offer on pay on Friday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qEOF0on

Cyclone Gabrielle: New Zealand braces for storm after record floods

Residents are on edge as parts of the North Island prepare for more severe weather. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pFIUjCw

Why the search for Nicola Bulley moved to road and sea

Reporter Nick Garnett looks at where the missing mother-of-two was last seen, and where she could have gone. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LYXt9Il

Raheem Bailey: Police drop investigation into finger-loss bullying claim

Gwent Police is taking no further action into claims an 11-year-old lost a finger fleeing bullies. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0b6hBzq

Lucy Letby: Baby in extreme pain as she died, trial hears

Lucy Letby made three attempts to kill a baby before succeeding on the fourth attempt, it is alleged. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/uhavgEH

Waterloo Road: Samia actress Priyasha Kumari talks breaking barriers

Priyasasha Kumari says her "fierce" character Samia challenges stereotypes for South Asian actors. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Wc1dIbr

China seeks 'bold' steps to lift birth rate

China's birth rate is at a record low, with officials identifying the cost of childcare as a major issue. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7LQAaix

Second-hand car sales drop due to lack of choice

Last year used car sales fell 9%, as drivers hung onto their vehicles for longer. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DTnFBgM

Nicola Bulley search: What we know about her disappearance

The missing mum vanished on a riverside dog walk in St Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire on 27 January. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ikIrXLT

NHS Tracker: Find out about hospital waiting times in your area this winter

Flu, staff shortages and Covid backlogs are putting the NHS under severe strain, find out what's happening in your area. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/iEQGmIL

Succession talk arises after Kim Jong-Un's daughter makes appearance

Kim Jong-Un's daughter's latest appearance has sparked questions about her future in North Korea. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lE2hWYP

Harry Kane: Tottenham striker recreates classic goal for Alan Shearer

Tottenham's record goalscorer Harry Kane shows ex-England captain Alan Shearer one of his trademark finishes in a finishing masterclass. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rqcuIj4

Super Bowl 2023: Jalen Hurts' best plays from his biggest Philadelphia Eagles games

Watch quarterback Jalen Hurts' best plays from his biggest games for the Philadelphia Eagles as he prepares to face the Kansas City Chiefs in Sunday's Super Bowl. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fcw8o9A

Jared O'Mara: Former MP found guilty of fraudulent expenses claims

Jared O'Mara tried to claim almost £20,000 to fund a cocaine habit, the court hears. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ZiKq3LT

UK regulator opposes Microsoft deal to buy Activision

The Competition and Markets Authority says it would lead to higher prices and fewer choices for gamers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/43gxLT9

Mary Queen of Scots: Secret letters written during imprisonment decoded

Experts said the 57 letters are the most significant discovery about Mary for 100 years. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/NWYd2c9

President Zelensky in first UK visit since invasion of Ukraine

The Ukrainian leader meets PM Rishi Sunak and King Charles, and will make a speech to Parliament. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/D1zfm3H

Putin 'supplied' MH17 missile - investigators

The aircraft was hit by a Russian-made missile in eastern Ukraine in 2014, killing nearly 300 people. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/RZGEd89

Commonwealth bull gets New Street station home

The 33ft (10m) sculpture gets a permanent home after thousands signed a petition to stop it being dismantled. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/BX80wnp

Northern Ireland Protocol is lawful, Supreme Court rules

The protocol has been challenged by unionists, who say it breaches the Acts of Union and NI Act. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WhcXk9r

Kaylea Titford: Dad found guilty of daughter's manslaughter

Alun Titford is found guilty of gross negligence manslaughter of 16-year-old Kaylea Titford. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YAzuegZ

Turkey earthquake: Three Britons missing, says Foreign Office

More than 5,000 people are now known to have died in the earthquake which happened on Monday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/a7y9nSs

Beyoncé tickets: High demand as UK concerts go on general sale

Some users get an error message on Ticketmaster, others are kicked out of the 500,000-strong queue. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/nDcIflu

Dramatic rescue saves Thai baby who fell down well

The 19-month-old child slipped between a 30cm (12in) wide gap and fell to the bottom of the well. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wAl2qDh

Turkey and Syria earthquake: ‘It was like a doomsday scenario'

Ismael had just left his son in hospital when the building started to collapse. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lSxkjWf

Turkey earthquake: Why was it so deadly?

Two earthquakes have killed more than 1,700 people in southern Turkey and northern Syria. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/MsWTIBK

Huge quake toppled buildings in Turkey and Syria as people slept

The death toll climbs as rescuers sift through mountains of rubble in freezing conditions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/TXK69Ny

Aerial views of totally destroyed buildings in Idlib, Syria

Drone footage shows the earthquake aftermath and the search and rescue operation in Idlib, Syria. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gJc2419

Second balloon over Latin America is ours - China

A Chinese spokeswoman says the aircraft is for civilian use, but "deviated" from its intended route. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/C9PwRFY

Turkey earthquake: Screaming, shaking... how it felt when the quake hit

"There is an earthquake," one man said to his family. "At least let's die together in the same place." from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sT7G39v

Weekend avalanches kill 10 in Austria and Switzerland

Officials in western Austria warned winter sports enthusiasts of dangerous conditions in the area. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/p4WIozi

Bradford: Plans for 'Brit School North' proposed

The Brit School in Croydon has nurtured a host of international music stars, including Adele. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SZ9CQ6y

Situation in east Ukraine getting tougher, says Zelensky

Ukrainian troops in the Donetsk region are facing difficult conditions, the country's president says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UDCqog0

Balloon saga deflates efforts to mend US-China relations

Concerns about the balloon have derailed a vital visit to China this week by the US's top diplomat. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/tYoIwex

Dad completes charity run along entire length of M1

Jamie Austin finishes the last leg of his challenge after setting off from Leeds 10 days ago. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DRSh0sb

How beavers are reviving wetlands

Wetlands are being lost at a faster rate than forests, but in some regions beavers are part of the solution. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/MRdepPv

Courts waved through warrants for prepayment meter fitting

Magistrates told it is "irrational" not to grant applications by energy suppliers, leaked document shows. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7zaiLPN

Chris Parry and Andrew Bagshaw's bodies recovered in prisoner swap - Ukraine

Chris Parry and Andrew Bagshaw were killed while volunteering in the east of the country last month. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gHd6ZUC

Kuenssberg: Truss returns - and it could be trouble for PM

The former PM returns to the political fray via a newspaper op-ed - and Rishi Sunak can't afford to ignore her. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2eaVphG

Japan PM fires aide over derogatory LGBT remarks

Masayoshi Arai was dismissed after reportedly saying he would not want to live next to same-sex couples. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Xa1jqR8

Lord of the Rings tells Brighton bin firm to change name

Brighton waste company Lord of the Bins say they face the prospect of spending thousands to rebrand. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/W7edHi4

NHS chief: Strikes making hospital bosses restless

With NHS England about to enter its biggest round of strikes, leaders say clearing backlogs will be difficult. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3vdi0ph

Tyre Nichols: Sixth police officer fired

Preston Hemphill violated multiple rules, including stun gun deployment regulations, police say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5LoTWjp

Energy bills: What can I do if I can't afford to pay?

If you're struggling to afford your gas and electricity bills, what options are available? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IWSrQCf

Zara Larsson: Why do celebrities wear offensive outfits?

Zara Larsson says she did not realise she was wearing an item linked to a neo-Nazi metal band. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4tVR9rg

Why would China use a spy balloon when it has satellites?

Experts say the use of the inflatable could be intended to send a message to Washington. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hzBdtQ9

Samsung boss says he would not give a child under 11 a smartphone

The firm's UK mobile head says the decision is down to parental choice and safe internet browsing is paramount. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Chve9b2

Cost of living: Zero-hour jobs and the impact on mental health

Aqibur says getting a stable job felt like a weight off his shoulders after years of uncertainty. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6Gv23sO

Pakistan mosque blast: Bomber used police uniform as disguise, official says

CCTV footage reveals the movements of the man who blew up a mosque on Monday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Y5ik2GR

Bird flu: What is it and what's behind the outbreak?

Why is bird flu so bad this year and why are scientists so concerned? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bA8xa2i

Green comet captured from back garden

Stargazer George Chan photographed comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) from his home in Bramcote, Nottinghamshire. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7v8fFNb

What is the windfall tax on oil and gas companies?

There is further discussion of windfall taxes after record profits from Shell. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/b59EmQB

Scotland's ancient Caledonian pinewoods could vanish - study

A conservation charity has warned surviving areas of Caledonian pinewoods are under threat. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SfN3t9d

PMQs: Starmer and Sunak clash over Raab bullying allegations

The prime minister is resisting calls to suspend his deputy while bullying claims are investigated. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gOR9mAY

Up Helly Aa: Viking warrior parade through streets of Lerwick

This year's fire festival has made history, with women and girls taking part in the procession for the first time. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1MhiO0k

Russia in Africa: How disinformation operations target the continent

The man behind a new pro-Kremlin social media network tells the BBC he wants Africa to embrace Russia. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kCcP8sK

In pictures: Shetland's famous fire festival

Shetland's famous fire festival has women and girls in the torchlit procession for the first time. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vfJVCUk

Great Yarmouth: 'The people behind the seafront feel left behind'

People in Great Yarmouth talk of their prospects as a report finds coastal areas often lose out. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/RJg9S4O