Thursday, November 30, 2023

The race against time to repair Edinburgh Airport's runway

Engineers have been working throughout the past month to repair cracks in the surface of Edinburgh Airport's runway.

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Elliott Erwitt: Legendary photographer dies aged 95

Magnum says he will be remembered for seeking out life's "most absurd and charming moments".

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The Papers: Royal book fallout and MacGowan tributes

Omid Scobie's book is still making headlines on Friday, along with news of three high profile deaths.

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Endgame: Royal race row naming not publicity stunt, says author Omid Scobie

Omid Scobie denies claims a version of his book deliberately identified two royal, in BBC interview.

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Why food discount stickers may be a thing of the past

Supermarkets and other retailers are increasing switching to AI-powered digital price displays.

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Coal: UK's last opencast mine shuts after legal row

Ffos-y-Fran mine is dubbed a "neighbour from hell" as authorities fear for the future of the site.

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Scotch on the Rocks: The TV drama locked away for 50 years

The BBC Scotland drama Scotch on the Rocks was so contentious it has been locked away for 50 years.

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Burlington, Vermont, shootings leave one troubling question: Why?

Investigators are looking for clues on whether the attack on three Palestinian students was a hate crime.

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Wonka: Timothée Chalamet says people didn't want him to 'mess up' role

The film based on one of Roald Dahl's most beloved characters has its world premiere in London.

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Monday, November 27, 2023

The Papers: Gaza truce 'hopes' and Bank chief 'talks UK down'

The ceasefire extension between Israel and Hamas feature on Tuesday's front pages, alongside news about the economy.

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Parents 'destroyed' after baby's death at Royal Sussex County Hospital

The mum and dad of a two-day-old girl who died want a national inquiry into maternity services.

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Mum's plea to stop filming violence in Scotland's schools

Vicky Donald says her daughter got so sick of seeing videos circulating of her attack she gave up her phone.

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Sunday, November 26, 2023

Delhi pollution: Indian Supreme Court's 40-year quest to clean foul air

The Supreme Court has a mixed record in cleaning up pollution in India's capital.

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The Papers: 'Farewell El Tel' and Sunak-Braverman 'migrant deal'

Tributes to ex-England boss Terry Venables feature in Monday's newspapers after he died over the weekend.

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Saturday, November 25, 2023

The last of their kind: The unique life of Pakistan's Wakhi shepherdesses

The Wakhi shepherdesses share life in Pakistan's mountains and how they have changed things for a new generation.

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The Papers: Dettori's '£100m insurance' and 'Harry's a fool'

A broad range of stories in Sunday's papers including the latest on the situation in the Middle East.

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Friday, November 24, 2023

Cardiff canal hidden for 70 years uncovered in city centre

For almost two years, work has been underway to reopen the Churchill Way dock feeder.

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Hemsby road partially collapses on erosion-hit coastline

A combination of high tide and strong winds contribute to the partial collapse of a Norfolk road.

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France warns people off Black Friday clothes deals

The French government has launched a campaign encouraging people not to buy new clothes during festive sales.

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Thursday, November 23, 2023

The Papers: PM's 'migration pressure' and King's 'secret profits'

Friday's papers focus on pressure being put on Rishi Sunak from within his party to control migration.

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Chelsea 4-1 Paris FC: 'Sam Kerr shows class despite only being 80% fit'

For a player who is supposedly not fully fit, Chelsea striker Sam Kerr still managed to be the difference-maker against Paris FC in the Women's Champions League.

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Cruise giant Carnival UK accused of plan to fire and rehire 900 crew

Union says plan by Carnival UK, owner of P&O Cruises and Cunard, amounts to a wage cut for staff.

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Rainbow Bridge: US-Canada border blast not terror-related, says NY governor

The vehicle was speeding towards the Rainbow Bridge when it crashed and was engulfed by a fireball.

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'Remarkable' 1,400-year-old possible temple found near Sutton Hoo

The find is discovered near Sutton Hoo, where King Raedwald is thought to have been buried.

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Rohit Sharma: The Indian captain who lost cricket World Cup but won hearts

Rohit Sharma led a cricket team that was undefeated until the final but couldn't cross the last hurdle.

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The Papers: 'Tragedy on camping weekend' and business tax cuts

Wednesday's papers are dominated by the four missing teenagers who were found dead in north Wales.

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NI and business tax cuts expected in Autumn Statement

National Insurance cuts are set to be among plans Jeremy Hunt hopes will boost the economy.

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Monday, November 20, 2023

Brazilian butt-lift surgery death prompts Turkey-UK meeting

A minister responds to a coroner over the death of Melissa Kerr, who died during surgery in Turkey.

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Sunday, November 19, 2023

Pobol y Cwm TV actress: I was sexually assaulted as a child

Soap star Sera Cracroft says she has now chosen to share her story in order to help others.

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Former OpenAI boss Sam Altman pictured at firm's HQ amid reports of return

Sam Altman posts a selfie from the firm's US head office 48 hours after his shock ouster from the company.

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I'm A Celebrity 2023: Nigel Farage promises to show viewers 'the real me'

The former Ukip and Brexit Party leader is earning £1.5m to appear on this year's show.

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Right-winger Milei wins Argentina presidential poll

Javier Milei, who pledged to "blow up" the central bank, beat economy minister Sergio Massa in the vote.

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Saturday, November 18, 2023

Poland truck protests leave Ukrainian drivers stranded

Polish drivers are blocking border crossings, calling for caps on Ukrainian trucks to be re-introduced.

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Napoleon Bonaparte's hat to go on sale at Paris auction

The black bicorne felt hat was a trademark of the French emperor, and is expected to fetch up to €800,000.

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Friday, November 17, 2023

Pregnancy loss: Woman distressed by scan reminder after miscarriage

Emma Gooding says she was "heartbroken" after her miscarriage and found the call "insensitive".

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Israel says it will allow two trucks of fuel a day into Gaza

Mobile phone and internet connections have reportedly been partially restored after a fuel delivery.

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

Police seize $1bn worth of fake designer goods in New York

New York prosecutors say it is the largest-ever seizure of counterfeit goods in US history.

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Sean Combs: Singer Cassie accuses rap mogul of rape and abuse

The rap mogul is labelled a "serial domestic abuser" in a lawsuit, which his attorney called "outrageous".

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Oldest pygmy hippo in North America turns 50

Hannah Shirley celebrated with presents and a cake made of a watermelon base, papaya frosting and spaghetti squash.

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

Somalia floods: Bodies unearthed and bridges swept away

Graveyards, bridges and harvests are swept away in the worst floods to hit Somalia in a century.

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The Papers: 'Fed up Rishi?' and 'Is Nothing Sacred?'

The papers are leading on the PM's reaction to the Supreme Court ruling that the Rwanda asylum policy is unlawful.

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Church of England backs services for gay couples

While not formal weddings, the services will be able to include the wearing of rings, prayers and a blessing from a priest.

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

Xi Jinping's surprising ties to rural Iowa

Those who met China's future leader in the US state describe a "nice, focused" man who rode a tractor.

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Monday, November 13, 2023

Harry Potter stuntman: Breaking my neck made a man of me

Daniel Radcliffe's stunt double David Holmes is speaking ahead of the release of a new documentary.

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Why Peter Nygard's son is supporting his accusers

The disgraced mogul's son has emerged as one of his most vocal critics

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Could triple glazing become a UK standard?

Triple glazed windows are becoming more common in the UK and some say they could become standard.

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Cost-of-living payments: What are they, who gets them and are they fair?

Millions of low-income households are receiving the latest cost-of-living payment between by 19 November.

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Sunday, November 12, 2023

Julius Malema: Why the South African politician touched a nerve in Kenya

Julius Malema had candid views on Kenya's president but also poses a challenge to the opposition.

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Homeless tents destroyed during Met Police operation

The force issued a dispersal order and arrested one homeless man on Friday afternoon in Camden.

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Saturday, November 11, 2023

The leaning Christmas card honouring Crooked House pub

The deliberately slanting greetings are proving to be a labour-intensive job for printers.

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Friday, November 10, 2023

Belgium detains two far-right terror suspects

Allegations against the pair include "recruiting people with the aim of committing terrorist crimes".

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

Whatever happened to NFTs?

Boom has turned to bust for NFTs - a way of attaching your name to original artwork.

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Justin Henry: Body found in search for missing man

Police investigating Mr Henry's disappearance on 15 October have found a body in the boot of a car.

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Arkansas man receives world's first eye transplant

A team of more than 140 surgeons in New York successfully performed the procedure on Aaron James.

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Wednesday, November 8, 2023

A turning point in Myanmar as army suffers big losses

This is the most serious setback suffered by the junta since it seized power in February 2021.

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Disney boss declares new era after job cuts

The entertainment giant has been under pressure as its traditional movie and film businesses decline.

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Harper's Bazaar: Jenna Ortega, Alessia Russo and Janelle Monae honoured at Women of the Year Awards

Celebrities including Jenna Ortega and Olivia Colman gather to celebrate female achievement.

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Mouth-cancer deaths fear over NHS dentist shortage

The numbers dying from the disease have risen steadily over the past 10 years, figures show.

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Monday, November 6, 2023

Parenting: Helping young dads to challenge stereotypes

They're often seen as "dangerous, feckless and disinterested", but one charity's trying to change that.

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Sunday, November 5, 2023

Center Parcs Woburn Forest: Teen dies after skateboard fall

The company says it has been a "distressing time" and its thoughts are with the boy's family.

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Saturday, November 4, 2023

Wilko workers on life after the retailer's collapse

More than 12,000 staff were made redundant when Wilko closed - for some, finding a job has been tough.

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I believed in Sinead O'Connor, says her producer David Holmes

David Holmes pays tribute to the late star, as well as Andy Weatherall and refugees, on his new LP.

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Rema, the Afrobeats star who does not intend to calm down

The meteoric rise of a Nigerian Afrobeats star prepared to hustle his way to global domination.

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The Papers: Brits 'trapped in hell' and the troops hunting Hamas

The ongoing conflict in Gaza, and the repercussions back in the UK continue to dominate the news.

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Friday, November 3, 2023

China and Australia: Frenemies who need each other

Australia's Anthony Albanese is in Beijing this weekend for the first such trip in seven years.

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Federico Klein: Ex-state department aide jailed for Capitol riot

"You can't stop this!" Federico Klein, 45, shouted, wedging open doors with a stolen police shield.

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Quiz of the week: What did Heidi Klum dress as for her Halloween party?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days?

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'Crypto King' Sam Bankman-Fried guilty of FTX fraud

The verdict concludes a stunning fall from grace for the 31-year-old former billionaire.

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Trump's sons a study in contrasts on witness stand in New York fraud case

Their outfits may have been co-ordinated but their demeanour on the stand was starkly different.

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Apple sales dip again despite iPhone boost

Apple says that sales have dropped for the fourth quarter in a row despite a boost from iPhones.

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Why are fewer women using AI than men?

The use of artificial intelligence appears to have a significant gender imbalance.

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The disabled musicians embracing virtual reality

A new project is helping disabled musicians to play specially-designed virtual instruments.

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Singer Weyes Blood: I feel like I've lived a million lives

The ethereal singer-songwriter and "pagan time travel tourist" on making music for a changing world.

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Disney to buy remaining 33% stake in streaming service Hulu

In a widely expected move, Disney says it will buy the remaining 33% stake from TV giant Comcast.

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Gavin & Stacey: An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the Christmas finale

BBC News goes behind the scenes during the filming of final ever episode and speaks to the whole cast. from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/n...