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At least four prisoners freed in error still at large, BBC told
Sat, 08 Nov 2025 01:14:55 GMT

The government is under increasing pressure after a number of high-profile wrong releases.

Trump says he may give Hungary an exemption on Russian oil sanctions
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 22:25:06 GMT

Trump has recently increased pressure on US allies to curb their spending on Russian oil.

Why this woman believed she was Madeleine McCann - and what she did next
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 17:14:21 GMT

Julia Wandelt began "telling anyone who would listen" she was the missing child in June 2022.

'We had to create a human chain to evacuate' - Jamaican hospital rebuilds after hurricane
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 22:10:59 GMT

The heaps of twisted building material and water damaged equipment is being cleared as Jamaicans recover from Hurricane Melissa.

DNA pioneer James Watson dies at 97
Sat, 08 Nov 2025 01:55:43 GMT

The Nobel Prize winner felt ostracised by the scientific community over his comments on race and intelligence.

British ex-soldier arrested over alleged murder of Kenyan woman in 2012
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:32:29 GMT

Robert James Purkiss faces extradition over allegations he murdered Agnes Manjiru.

Tories call for Starmer to face probe over football watchdog
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 22:36:45 GMT

It comes after Lisa Nandy was founded to have breached rules during a Labour donor's appointment to the role.

Blame game over Air India crash goes on
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 22:34:27 GMT

A judge in India's Supreme Court has insisted that nobody can blame the aircraft's captain.

What does Elon Musk do with all his money?
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 17:29:23 GMT

While he has a penchant for cars and jets, the world's richest person reportedly lives a relatively modest life.

Sixth Met officer sacked after BBC Panorama film
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 21:42:58 GMT

Sgt Lawrence Hume was filmed calling for a Charing Cross police station detainee to be beaten up.

Stand-off over £800,000 Your Party funds
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 21:39:52 GMT

Your Party officials accuse Zarah Sultana of withholding funds despite publicly agreeing to transfer the money.

Why does Grand Theft Auto 6 keep getting delayed?
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 17:48:14 GMT

The much-anticipated video game from Rockstar has been pushed back until the end of 2026.

The Papers: 'Tech stocks suffer' and 'Delusions of Polish Maddie'
Sat, 08 Nov 2025 01:09:38 GMT

A loss in AI tech stocks and the conviction of a woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann make headlines on Saturday.

James Watson: Controversial discoverer of 'the secret of life'
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:22:44 GMT

James Watson, the godfather of DNA who discovered the "secrets of life" has died aged 97.

A 20-minute date with a Tinder predator destroyed my life for years
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 06:30:41 GMT

Nadia said the abuse started after she ended their date early because of "red flags".

Test yourself: How many zeros are in Elon Musk's $1 trillion pay package?
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:09:24 GMT

Can you fathom the scale of Elon Musk's pay rise?

How a 'swimming cap' could transform care for brain-injured babies
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 01:50:55 GMT

Researchers are trialling a new technique to monitor brain function in newborns.

How many prisoners have been released by mistake?
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 12:51:52 GMT

The accidental release of two prisoners from Wandsworth Prison in the last week has put a spotlight on the Ministry of Justice, following the release of Hadush Kebatu in error last month.

Israel receives coffin Hamas says contains body of Gaza hostage
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:38:14 GMT

If the body is identified as a hostage, five dead hostages will remain in Gaza and still need to be returned under a ceasefire deal.

Kendrick Lamar and Lady Gaga lead 2026 Grammy nominations
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:52:13 GMT

Lady Gaga and Kendrick Lamar lead the nominees, while K-Pop breaks into the song of the year category.

Kim Kardashian laughs off savage reviews for her TV drama
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 17:06:08 GMT

She plays a divorce lawyer in All's Fair, which one critic said "may be the worst TV drama ever".

Whip restored to four Labour MPs after rebellion
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 21:44:56 GMT

Chris Hinchliff says his focus remains on contributing to "Labour's historic mission".

Sudan capital hit by drone attacks a day after RSF agrees to truce, reports say
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 13:10:59 GMT

The reported strikes come as the military-led government says it would be wary of agreeing to a ceasefire.

Alex Salmond died with debts of more than £340,000
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 19:29:16 GMT

Insolvency firm Begbies Traynor has named a trustee in sequestration to handle the former first minister's estate.

Six officers face misconduct hearing over Cardiff triple death crash
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 17:24:35 GMT

A group of five people were reported missing before being found in a crashed car two days later.

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'Good start' for Norris as he takes sprint pole
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 21:56:10 GMT

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'Control freak' Sesko should ignore critics - Amorim
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 22:37:52 GMT

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim accepts £73.7m striker Benjamin Sesko has struggled at times in his first few weeks at the club but urges him not to take criticism from club legends personally.

Sabalenka beats Anisimova in 'incredible match' to reach Riyadh final
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 22:26:03 GMT

Aryna Sabalenka says winning an "incredible" semi-final against Amanda Anisimova will be "great preparation" for facing Elena Rybakina in Saturday's WTA Finals decider.

'Tuchel and England's world will not revolve around Bellingham'
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 13:52:55 GMT

Jude Bellingham still has a point to prove despite being recalled to Thomas Tuchel's England squad, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Guardiola in disbelief at numbers before 1,000th game
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:37:14 GMT

Pep Guardiola says he cannot believe the numbers he has achieved before taking charge of his 1,000th game in management when Man City host Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday.

From non-league to England call-up - who is 'Guernsey Grealish' Scott?
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:20:41 GMT

From the eighth tier of English football to the England squad - who is new Three Lions call-up Alex Scott?

Will Arsenal be team to end Chelsea's 'ridiculous' unbeaten run?
Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:25:39 GMT

Chelsea haven't lost a match in the Women's Super League in 32 games, but could Arsenal be the team to finally end that record?

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