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Pop Works: Eight in hospital after chemicals sprayed in club

People in the Doncaster club reported feeling unwell after the substance was sprayed. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ktw2zXK

Royal Marines veteran Fred Ames celebrates 100th birthday

Fred Ames, who fought in the Battle of Anzio in Italy, describes himself as a "survivor". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SvnqpPl

Awaab Ishak: Rochdale landlord boss says lessons learned

A housing association chair is confident mistakes will not be repeated after Awaab Ishak's death. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lkBUcxE

What is carbon capture and how does it fight climate change?

Capturing the warming gas CO2 and storing it under the North Sea is an important part of the UK's energy strategy from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/E14KyQd

2023 Women's World Cup permutations: Who needs what in Australia and New Zealand

The group stages of the 2023 Fifa Women's World Cup are approaching the sharp end - and there is still plenty to be decided. Here's what each team needs in order to qualify. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Uy2tV8q

Renewables, nuclear and fossil fuels: The UK's changing energy mix

To meet climate change targets, more of the UK's energy needs to come from low-carbon sources. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/FlIrGY7

Murder probe after woman dies in Falkirk car chase

The woman was involved in an altercation with the occupants of a black Mercedes which led to a crash from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wVWR8UZ

Zelensky after Moscow drone attack: War coming back to Russia

Ukraine's president speaks of an inevitable process, hours after buildings were hit in the Russian capital. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9fqwP2h

At least 35 killed in Pakistan after explosion at Islamist political rally

Hundreds of people have also been injured in the explosion at a gathering organised by an Islamist party. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AiBgFaI

Nigel Farage launches website over de-banking 'scandal'

It comes after two banking bosses quit over the row about the closure of Mr Farage's Coutts account. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1gQydCp

Stormzy and HSBC fund more black Cambridge students

Cambridge University says the "Stormzy effect" has increased applications from UK black students. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ERfwFgG

Watch: Farmer plants massive sunflower field in surprise gift for wife

Farmer Lee Wilson says he secretly planted 80 acres of the flowers as a 50th anniversary gift. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6mPZMbx

President Joe Biden acknowledges seventh grandchild for first time

Navy Roberts is the daughter of the president's son Hunter, who was recently sued for child support. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AFB4VwK

How Sinéad O'Connor changed Ireland

There's a late realisation that she helped her native country to confront its own trauma, writes Una Mullally. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/he62xrw

Transplant Games: 'Without organ donations I wouldn't be here'

More than 1,000 athletes who've received a donated organ compete at the Transplant Games this weekend. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bkoWPET

Wallsend: Family of woman injured by bus found out on Facebook

Joan Scott had to have her legs amputated when she became trapped under a bus in Wallsend. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/NqMXUZC

Melting Swiss glacier uncovers climber missing since 1986

The body was discovered earlier this month by hikers who spotted a boot emerging from the ice. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AOYlNSt

Emmy Awards 2023: Ceremony postponed as Hollywood actors and writers strike

The awards were scheduled for September, but no actors or writers would have been able to attend. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4g2TBqt

Isles of Scilly Iron Age warrior was probably a woman

The findings "provide evidence of a leading role for a woman in warfare on Iron Age Scilly". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Y0zVUrP

Barbie: Dancer's three months as a Ken doll in smash-hit film

Gustave Die had to shave his body hair daily and be covered in paint for the hit movie. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/puq7GlD

Warnham: Teenager dies after village stabbing

Three people have been arrested by police investigating the 17-year-old's stabbing at the weekend. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ohifr2d

Women's World Cup 2023: Northern Ireland's divided loyalties

Picking a football team isn't as simple as a line on a map for people living in Northern Ireland. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1KH3Dgb

Goathland pub made famous by Heartbeat TV show up for sale

The Goathland Hotel in North Yorkshire served as the Aidensfield Arms in TV show Heartbeat. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ytlKHQo

Qin Gang: China removes foreign minister after unexplained absence

Qin Gang's prolonged disappearance from public view, and the silence over it, fuelled furious speculation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/8neVFhS

Marmite maker Unilever's sales soar after hiking prices

The consumer goods giant reports growth based almost entirely on lifting its prices. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/TLwYq32

Indo-Caribbeans in the UK: 'Our stories are yet to be heard'

People from the Indo-Caribbean community tell BBC Asian Network their stories aren't often heard. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/v0Aulqg

Cornish hill near Helston listed for sale for £150,000

Tregonning Hill includes Bronze Age burial mounds, an Iron Age hillfort and a war memorial. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/GldbH7a

Watch: Twitter HQ left with 'er' sign as police stop work

Workers in San Francisco were taking down the sign after Elon Musk's rebrand of the company. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/njdDN5Z

Julian Sands: Room with a View actor's final cause of death is undetermined

The British actor's body was recovered in June, months after he'd gone missing in the mountains. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/36A5mas

Police Scotland postpones clean-shaven policy for officers

The plans would have required many frontline officers and staff to remove beards and moustaches. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QNbwunp

'Barbenheimer' sparks biggest UK box office opener since 2019

Greta Gerwig's Barbie and Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer took £30m on their opening weekend in the UK. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WzYo9Be

Greta Thunberg fined over Swedish climate protest

The climate activist was on trial for disobeying a police order to leave the protest in Malmo last month. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KOi3aMk

The Ashes: Australian media reaction to retaining urn against England

Australian media outlets offer a mixed reaction to their side retaining the Ashes courtesy of the rain-affected draw at Old Trafford from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hXa3fgi

Latitude Festival: Are Young Fathers the UK's most thrilling live band?

After a thrilling set, the trio tell the BBC that "bands like us only come along every 15 years". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Zh8xg9Y

Residents flee burning homes in Rhodes

Locals run from burning houses as firefighters battle the wildfire flames on the Greek island. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LgZdDKb

Lincolnshire Police warn man seen 'cleaning' car moving at 60mph

The man was stretching from one car to another on the A1 in Lincolnshire for "banter", police say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KdSfP7s

France 0-0 Jamaica: France held to goalless draw

France suffer a frustrating start to their Fifa Women's World Cup campaign as they are held to a goalless draw by Jamaica in Sydney. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ipyZTsX

Netherlands 1-0 Portugal: Stefanie van der Gragt scores only goal

Stefanie van der Gragt's first-half header gives the Netherlands a 1-0 win against Portugal in the Women's World Cup in Dunedin. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/g4UESPz

Strictly's Amy reveals her second cancer diagnosis

Strictly dancer Amy Dowden says she will not be able to perform in the competition this year. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/TOAVF9N

Lesbian couple drop NHS fertility treatment legal challenge

Influencers Whitney and Megan Bacon-Evans say same-sex couples face more barriers to treatment. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QwbK93R

Lisburn man sets drumming world record in memory of partner

Allister Brown took on the challenge in memory of his late partner, who died from pancreatic cancer. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7Gv2wAF

Jeremy Clarkson warns some of his cider might explode

The brewery says some of the cider has over-fermented causing some bottles to erupt. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/tCkoaBg

Fifa Women's World Cup: England beat Haiti but given tough test in opener

England win their opening match of the Women's World Cup against Haiti but are given a stern test against the tournament debutants. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/8iH0qI3

London day travelcards to be phased out

The daily paper tickets will no longer be sold or accepted on Transport for London services. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/zSOpeJb

New MP means twice as many Lib Dem women as men in Commons

Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey's efforts to rebuild his party see numbers of Lib Dem MPs rising. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wgUz86I

German crime family member issues plea for missing lion

The search is intensifying for a suspected wild animal in the southern outskirts of Berlin. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/iwOlc7d

David Hunter guilty of seriously ill wife's manslaughter in Cyprus

David Hunter, a retired miner from Northumberland, killed his wife Janice at their home in Cyprus. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WcHVUjJ

Does social media video show an escaped lion in Berlin?

Police in Germany say they are treating a video circulating on social media as "authentic". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/usEi2bK

Ukraine's Zelensky sacks ambassador to UK Prystaiko after criticism

Vadym Prystaiko had recently criticised the Ukrainian leader's response to a row over military aid. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ITNPyhe

Waterfalls form at train station after heavy rains

Parts of China have been hit by an onslaught of extreme weather, causing widespread flooding. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UgxzQBY

Women's World Cup: 'England are ready for anything'

England's experience means they are ready for anything at this World Cup, says Lionesses record goalscorer and BBC Sport pundit Ellen White. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/f174tFx

The Ashes: England's Ben Duckett removed by Australia's Mitchell Starc for one

England opener Ben Duckett is removed by Australia bowler Mitchell Starc for one on day two of the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/GP9kr5B

Banks face threat to licences over Farage account row

Banks could face conditions on their licences after Nigel Farage said his account was shut over his views. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/O5fIb8x

Manipur: India video shows how rape is weaponised in conflict

A video that shows two naked women being paraded by a mob in Manipur state has sparked outrage. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Oudwxo4

King's Speech will take place on 7 November

The State Opening will herald the final session of Parliament before the next general election. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/BuxljfU

Commonwealth Games: Gold Coast ready to step in as 2026 hosts, says mayor Tom Tate

Gold Coast is ready to step in and host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, says the Queensland city's mayor Tom Tate. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oLVfgsR

The Ashes: England's Stuart Broad removes Khawaja for 599th Test wicket

England bowler Stuart Broad takes his 599th career Test wicket by removing Australia's Usman Khawaja for three on day one of the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/FPR217p

Susan Hall selected as Tory London mayoral candidate

The London assembly member faced only one opponent after Daniel Korski dropped out. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/diC4bAQ

Troubles legacy bill: Families plea with MPs ahead of Commons vote

Louie Johnston, whose father was murdered in 1997, appeals to MPs ahead of a key vote in the Commons. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/RSjxF64

Amazon customer sent Weetabix instead of £500 laptop

The online retail giant apologised and refunded the "stunned" customer in Greater Manchester. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/69Kw0fO

Xbox v PlayStation: The battle for control

A brief history of the warring console makers' attempts to become the games industry's big boss. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/iElfGdL

South Korea floods: Tunnel horror brings home climate fears

The country is less used to dealing with the severe effects of a warming planet. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7uQZbMv

Australia baffled as unidentified mystery object washes up on beach

The item is under police guard as state and federal authorities work to identify its origin. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/47FZ8pf

Jane Birkin: Artist and style icon's life in pictures

France's president said she was a "French icon" who "sang the most beautiful words of our language". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vRExqXJ

Huw Edwards: How Sun story about BBC presenter developed

The fast-moving story saw the dial shift on the balance between public interest, privacy and misconduct. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gjqdeSV

Singer and actress Jane Birkin dead at 76 - reports

The English-French star, who rose to fame alongside Serge Gainsbourg, has died in Paris, reports French media. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rxL7EV0

Young climate activists turn up the heat on Keir Starmer

The group that disrupted the Labour leader's speech says the party is backsliding on energy pledges. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/FLoWM2J

Starmer won't commit to more money for public services

The Labour leader says his party will always invest in public services but reform is also needed. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/k1xYc75

CPTPP trade deal will benefit UK if we use it, says Kemi Badenoch

The business secretary's comments come as she signs off a new deal with 11 Asia and Pacific nations. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Fm9dyHR

Europe heatwave: No respite in sight for heat-stricken southern Europe

The heatwave that brought temperatures above 40C across the Mediterranean will intensify next week. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/B30eNDL

South Korea: Landslides and floods leave at least 22 dead

Thousands have evacuated their homes amid heavy rain and floods in the country. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/EROA8hr

Wimbledon 2023 results: Marketa Vondrousova beats Ons Jabeur in women's final

Czech Marketa Vondrousova becomes the first unseeded player to win the Wimbledon women's title as Ons Jabeur's wait for a major goes on. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3Oz5eVY

Wagner mercenaries have arrived in Belarus, Ukraine confirms

After June's mutiny, Wagner troops were told they could join the regular Russian army or head to Belarus. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fOLyu9c

Brent stabbing: Boy, 17, knifed to death after birthday party

A murder investigation is under way after the teenager was attacked in Brent, London. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YvVgJtu

Arsenal signing Rice is statement of intent

Arsenal's spending over the past three summers - which now includes the signing of Declan Rice - outstrips everyone in the Premier League, but that puts pressure on Mikel Arteta, writes Simon Stone. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/F0l4wVP

Declan Rice: Arsenal sign England midfielder from West Ham for £105m

Arsenal sign England midfielder Declan Rice from West Ham in a deal worth £100m plus £5m add-ons. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/URFykET

NHS: Woman takes 200-mile round trips for dentist appointment

Patients are driving for hours to be seen, and can't get on waiting lists despite having broken teeth. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/j6M4r3s

Europe heatwave: Extreme heat leads to Greece Acropolis closure

The country's most popular tourist attraction will stay closed between noon and 5pm in the 40C-plus heat. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/NgCWz7L

Warning measles could hit tens of thousands in London

The rest of the UK is considered to be at low risk of the virus taking off. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/tYA5Ofn

Boris Johnson's old phone could soon be accessed by Covid inquiry

The former PM was not sure about the passcode, delaying access to his WhatsApps sent before May 2021. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ufYZNGm

'I was on a mission to stop this man'

Three women speak of their relief after the man who repeatedly raped them was jailed. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/38gEIpG

Sudan conflict: 87 people found in Darfur mass grave, UN says

There are concerns the RSF is targeting specific ethnic groups in the West Darfur region. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ZMhpY0O

Warning public debt could soar as population ages

Debt could rise to more than 300% of the size of the economy by 2070, the government's forecaster says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/7BiwEHn

Tube strike: More London Underground staff to join walkout

Hundreds of members of the Unite union are set to take action on 26 and 28 July. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AKC7N86

Manipur: Murders and mayhem tearing apart an Indian state

Ethnic divisions in Manipur have led to complete segregation of the warring communities. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IFknbJE

In pictures: Cerberus heatwave hits parts of Europe

People in countries including Italy and Spain are struggling to cope with soaring temperatures. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hH8bONs

Barbie movie: How the marketing campaign has got everyone talking

Film critic Ali Plumb and a marketing expert explain why the Barbie film has been everywhere for months. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5CVJ8U9

2023 Women's World Cup: Argentina aim for first win at global tournament

Seven months after Lionel Messi and his team-mates conquered the world in Qatar, the excitement is lukewarm in Buenos Aires as Argentina prepare for the Women's World Cup. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vHtESzB

South China Sea: Philippines to allow Barbie film but wants map blurred

Philippine censors said they were convinced the "cartoonish" map did not depict the nine-dash line. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/p8KeZlM

England to host two-Test series against Canada in WXV warm-up

England will host a two-Test series with Canada in September before the new WXV tournament in New Zealand. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/OtXdo9V

Forest Gate stabbing death: Four teenagers arrested

The 16-year-old victim died in hospital after being stabbed in an east London park. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/W0n5Mdm

Mabli Hall: Baby who died after being hit by car was in pram

Eight-month-old Mabli Hall died from a brain injury after a car hit her pram, an inquest hears. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/yXi2lnw

Reading results fall in Sats tests that sparked difficulty row

Some parents and teachers said this summer's reading paper was so tough it left children in tears. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3ob81Rw

China kindergarten stabbing: What's behind spate of attacks?

For over a decade, a widening wealth gap is thought to have helped fuel social "revenge attacks". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/p8lPX02

Video games: YouTube channel NoClip rescues tapes from landfill

Hundreds of hours of gaming history were set to be lost until film-maker Danny O'Dwyer stepped in. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rfnVFhs

Taylor Swift: Fans snap up first available tickets for Eras UK tour dates

The first batch of tickets for the star's 2024 tour go on sale, and fans scramble to beat the queue. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/yeE98uj

Easyjet cancels 1700 flights from July to September

The airline axes flights to and from Gatwick airport as schools head towards the summer break. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/NTeFp8I

Threads app signs up 100m users in less than a week

Meta's rival to Twitter has surpassed a record set by Open AI's ChatGPT app since its launch. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/odR3nuG

Questions for the BBC over presenter allegations

The corporation is investigating claims a presenter paid a teenager for sexually explicit photos. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/MGTsNiy

Minister refuses to commit to following pay board advice

Review bodies are advising the government on pay rises for public sector workers such as doctors. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/XkReuoU

France bans buying fireworks for Bastille Day after riots

The move comes after rioting sparked by last month's killing of a 17-year-old by police in Nanterre. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/nbvof3e

Just Stop Oil deny disrupting George Osborne wedding

The former chancellor's wedding in Somerset was disrupted by a woman throwing orange confetti. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/nT9fxoX

Lightning pictures: Thunderstorms light up the skies across England

Lightning strikes pictured across the country as thunderstorms brought flash flooding. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/RaCmgA1

US-China talks a 'step forward' in relations says Janet Yellen

But the US Treasury Secretary says the countries still have "significant disagreements" at the end of her trip. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/S0xlb8I

Unaffordable public sector pay rises would be short-sighted says PM

Rishi Sunak has said that "difficult decisions" are needed in order to bring inflation down. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/tGySgv4

Captain Sir Tom Moore: What has happened to his legacy?

How much money did Captain Tom raise and why is his family under the spotlight? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lhD6X12

Laura Kuenssberg: Why you should not expect a cheque book election

It is harder to make big promises when there is less cash to go around, says Laura Kuenssberg. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/a07HI5E

West Mersea: Murder charge over married couple's death

A man is charged with murder in connection with the deaths of Stephen and Carol Baxter in Essex. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fMeBFGn

Rishi Sunak says the UK discourages use of cluster bombs in Ukraine

The UK is one of 123 countries which bans the weapons but will continue to support Ukraine, PM says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5hiKF2e

Stradey Park Hotel: Llanelli councillor's warning over asylum system

A councillor says UK government officials have been "completely unable" to keep locals informed. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pT3Pjht

AI robot asked 'will you rebel against humans'?

The question was posed at the world's first robot-human press conference at a UN summit in Geneva. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hsipWu6

Strike dates: Who is striking and what pay do they want?

Hundreds of thousands of workers have been taking part in industrial action. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/TkVLfCY

Scottish government wants drug possession to be legal

The Scottish government wants a change in UK laws to stop people found in possession of drugs being prosecuted. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hRO07xD

Yellen criticises Chinese curbs against US firms

The US Treasury Secretary said decoupling the world’s two largest economies would destabilise the global economy. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qRFbPUl

Strike action could hit summer holiday flights in Europe

A union for European air traffic controllers says it could strike in a row over staffing and pay. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Zq436Rf

Cardiff: Hundreds due at e-bike crash boys' Ely funeral

The funeral procession will feature 200 motorbikes, two limos, four hearses and eight Rolls-Royces. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/e6S7yMq

Why did RTÉ spend 12k on Springsteen tickets?

From Tubridy to flip-flops, BBC News has your guide to the scandal facing the Irish broadcaster. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/JOEDQom

BBC reporter visits Jenin refugee camp after Israeli assault

The streets are filled with craters and burnt out cars are scattered about. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/JGRBPW5

The Ashes 2023: England pick Mark Wood Chris Woakes and Moeen Ali for third Test

England name Mark Wood, Chris Woakes and Moeen Ali in the team for the third Ashes Test. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/RyX0HEl

Adele speaks out against audiences throwing objects on stage

The singer says crowds have forgotten "show etiquette" after recent incidents at Lil Nas X and Bebe Rexha gigs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/yw3YEHe

Mason Mount: Manchester United sign England midfielder from Chelsea for 55m

Manchester United announce the signing of England midfielder Mason Mount from Chelsea for an initial £55m on a five-year deal. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/X6CstzE

Aidan Mann: Tragic street death of talented tattoo artist

Aidan Mann, who specialised in Japanese skin art, was stabbed to death in broad daylight. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/C2TXG9O

Building collapses into raging China floodwaters

Authorities have warned of "multiple natural disasters" as heavy rains lash parts of the country. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/lakLbxs

Taliban order Afghanistan's hair and beauty salons to shut

Women's freedoms have steadily shrunk since the Taliban seized power in 2021. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/uTY0DWL

Wimbledon 2023: GB's Harriet Dart breaks Diane Parry after 24-shot rally

Watch as Great Britain's Harriet Dart breaks Diane Parry after an incredible 24-shot rally at Wimbledon. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SxAN0FM

New Aslef overtime ban to cause further train disruption

Aslef drivers will refuse to work overtime for another six days, in addition to the current industrial action. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DxOSGVP

Sue Gray broke civil service code over Labour job offer

The ex-official was cleared to work for Labour by Parliament's advisory appointments body last week. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kWGSUhz

London Pride: Five Just Stop Oil protesters charged

Police removed protesters who briefly disrupted the annual Pride parade. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4MIxVud

The Ashes: England's Jonny Bairstow is run out by Alex Carey

England's Jonny Bairstow is controversially run out by Australia's wicket-keeper Alex Carey on day five of the second Test at Lord's. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/JhMbcu7

The Ashes: Australia's Josh Hazlewood removes England's Ben Duckett for 83

England opener Ben Duckett is caught behind off the bowling of Australia's Josh Hazlewood for 83 on day five of the second Test at Lord's. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pjbmneF

The Ashes: Ben Stokes survives after LBW review at Lord's

England captain Ben Stokes survives following a review after initially being given out LBW to Mitchell Starc on 39. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wv2u30y

Ashes: Alastair Cook says Australia will be fearful of Ben Stokes magic

Former England captain Alastair Cook says Australia will be fearful of some Ben Stokes magic on the final day of the second Ashes Test, with the hosts battling to avoid a second defeat. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/k1sR6Bh

Dutch racing driver Van t Hoff 18 dies in crash

Dutch racing driver Dilano van 't Hoff dies after a crash at the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hRYDbqr

Cambridge flat fire: Two children and a woman die in fire

A boy and a girl were rescued from the Cambridge property but died later in hospital. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/e8C5dsw

Austrian Grand Prix: Max Verstappen on sprint race pole with Lando Norris third

Lewis Hamilton qualifies only 18th for Saturday's sprint race at the Austrian Grand Prix after what he called "bad time management" by Mercedes. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/iVjlTxm

Ashes: 'England will try to chase whatever Australia set' - Glenn McGrath previews day four

Isa Guha and Glenn McGrath discuss England's chances of getting a result after a rain-disrupted day three leaves them trailing Australia by 221 runs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LpJiTSU