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Elmo responds to outpouring of angst on social media

When the Sesame Street puppet asked how people were, thousands of social media users offloaded on him. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/nZNwHIB

Train strike hits Northern and Transpennine Express services

Train firms Northern and TransPennine Express say no services will run on Wednesday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/FUWCuPZ

Texas: Massive fire engulfs chicken farm in Bryan

Huge flames and clouds of smoke are seen as firefighters tackle a blaze at a farm in Bryan. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Yvhd8j7

Nicki Minaj tops Wireless festival line-up with 21 Savage and Doja Cat

Doja Cat, Ice Spice, Asake and Tyla will also be on the line-up at the event in Finsbury Park, London. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/a3Y9c0D

Liverpool fire that billowed smoke over city investigated

Fire officials and police are working together to find out the cause of a huge fire in Liverpool. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/INcfCqX

Mona Lisa: Protesters throw soup at da Vinci painting

The 16th Century painting by Leonardo da Vinci sits behind protective glass at the Louvre in Paris. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/twqDnGO

Football comes first for Devon boy, 12, who scored IQ of 162

Rory Bidwell Rory has joined the ranks of Mensa but says he would prefer a career in football. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hBs6Kc7

Australian Open 2024 women's final result: Aryna Sabalenka beats Zheng Qinwen in Melbourne

Aryna Sabalenka underlines why she has been considered the Australian Open favourite by overpowering Zheng Qinwen to retain the women's title. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/t8T2y5n

Jurgen Klopp to step down as Liverpool manager at end of season

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is to step down from the role at the end of the season, saying he is "running out of energy". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5mYiRa0

China reveals British national sentenced to jail in 2022 for spying

The defendant is accused of committed the "crime of illegally obtaining intelligence for overseas actors". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SUcV5gR

Australian Open 2024 results: Coco Gauff loses to Aryna Sabalenka in Melbourne

Aryna Sabalenka is one win away from defending her Australian Open crown after beating Coco Gauff in this year's semi-finals. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/AvKH8bm

Why do people in Wales celebrate Saint Dwynwen's day?

We're here to explain why people in Wales and beyond are unseasonably loved up. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6dkHaqW

Mongolia: Six dead after liquified natural gas tanker crashes

Hundreds of firefighters battled the massive blaze following a car crash in Mongolia's capital. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/8go6edB

Watch: Grace O'Malley-Kumar's family share grief

The parents and brother of the 19-year-old student stabbed to death in Nottingham in June speak to the BBC. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ATeCSJw

Lincolnshire Wildlife Park: Live outside the sweary parrots' enclosure

The birds would be "taken off air" if viewers could hear what they were saying, says the park CEO. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/NplRYr3

Laurie Johnson: The Avengers theme composer dies

The veteran composer, who was 96, provided some of Britain's best loved TV themes and film music. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ws2uABm

Australian Open 2024 results: Cameron Norrie loses to Alexander Zverev

Britain's Cameron Norrie suffers an agonising defeat in Melbourne as sixth seed Alexander Zverev edges an absorbing five-setter in a first-to-10 match tie-break. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wfhJHqe

California: Rockslide blocking road cleared with explosives

Video shared by Placer County shows a road completely blocked by boulders, that are then blasted into small pieces. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/l1oEAey

Fifa's Infantino wants tougher action on racism

Fifa president Gianni Infantino calls for an automatic forfeit of games for teams whose fans commit racist abuse. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9pVeXZF

Timket: Ethiopians leap into pool during holy festival

The Ethiopian Orthodox Christian celebration took place despite violent outbursts in Amhara region. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/zjiJaRr

Wakefield: Woman, 27, who died falling from van named

Leah Senior was seen falling from the van in Wakefield on Wednesday night, police said. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/6Qf0e3y

PG Tips and Lurpak among victims of shrinkflation

From tea bags to crisps, supermarket staples are getting smaller, consumer group Which? says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/a4ZJ6gi

Australian Open 2024 results: Novak Djokovic eases into fourth round in 100th match in Melbourne

Novak Djokovic celebrates his 100th match at the Australian Open with a demolition of Tomas Martin Etcheverry to reach the fourth round. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/OqtGhor

Stormont crisis: DUP to meet to decide on power-sharing move

Party officers will meet on Friday as the DUP faces pressure to end the 23-month impasse. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/nmqh6ts

Australian Open 2024 results: Emma Raducanu loses to Wang Yafan

Emma Raducanu sees her first Grand Slam appearance since wrist and ankle surgeries ended by Wang Yafan in the Australian Open second round. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fcrix90

Queen Mary's Dolls' House treasures on show at Windsor Castle

A scale replica of the Crown Jewels and a fully-strung piano can be seen at the castle. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/m7h9klS

Rishi Sunak's five promises: What progress has he made?

The prime minister said five priorities should be used to hold his government to account. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/wHVctf0

Julia Donaldson: The Gruffalo hogs too much attention

The author is marking the 25th anniversary of the book which has become a modern classic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/C6UbumG

Golriz Ghahraman: New Zealand MP resigns following shoplifting allegations

Golriz Ghahraman says stress at work led her to act in ways that have let a lot of people down. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1bZS58w

England manager Sarina Wiegman extends deal until 2027

England women's team manager Sarina Wiegman signs a new contract until 2027. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hPUyN3l

Caroline Glachan: How a four-year-old boy helped solve 1996 murder

Archie Wilson witnessed the fatal attack on Caroline Glachan on the banks of the River Leven in Renton. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/tm7EiST

Germany’s far right seek revolution in farmers' protests

As farmers blockade roads over subsidy cuts, neo-Nazi or monarchist groups are turning up at rallies. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HYsk91E

Strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen show war in Gaza has already spread

War spreading in the Middle East is not just a risk - it has already happened, writes the BBC's international editor. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kRjtWha

What we know about strikes on Houthis and strategy behind them

Everything we know about how and why the US and UK attacked targets in Yemen. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oYxkin3

Starmer denies backtracking on military action vote

While running to be Labour leader, Sir Keir promised a law requiring a Commons vote for military action. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/EKznN0f

Airbnb cottage near Inverness trashed by puppy seller

The cottage near Inverness was housing a total of 15 dogs and was covered in faeces and rubbish. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ApYU80n

Iran must tell Houthis to cease and desist, says Grant Shapps

The UK defence secretary says the world is "running out of patience" with attacks. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KVeRxI3

'I drew abs on my stomach - now I'm a Gladiator'

Giant, Steel and Nitro are getting ready to compete in the BBC's reboot of the classic show. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hV7Curz

Rennie Mackintosh tea rooms saved for the nation

The architect's last surviving original tearoom was restored five years ago but has struggled financially. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/CB2ZWGg

FKA twigs: Calvin Klein ad ban shows 'double standards'

The singer, who appeared in a withdrawn campaign for the brand, says it shows "double standards". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ptmbVOz

Sainsbury's sells record pigs in blankets and mince pies

Festive food sales helped boost the supermarket giant over the Christmas period. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/RFqOd8Z

Landmark presidential immunity case to be heard in court

Oral arguments on whether Mr Trump can face criminal charges will be heard in court in Washington. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/32qM9Ex

Radu Dragusin: Tottenham close to deal for Genoa defender

Tottenham are close to agreeing a deal for Genoa defender Radu Dragusin for a fee of about £21.5m plus add-ons. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/MlPjUT1

Shane MacGowan and Sinéad O'Connor tribute show announced

The Irish singers, who both died in 2023, were friends and recorded a duet together in 1995. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xTXJ3pa

Birmingham appoint Mowbray to replace Rooney

Birmingham City name Tony Mowbray as their new first team manager, six days after sacking Wayne Rooney. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IOSAlZc

Starmer worries about toll of election on his children

The Labour leader calls for a general election as soon as possible, adding that he wanted the fight. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QoVgqNP

Watch: Can you guess these impressions?

At the end of Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, comedian Jon Culshaw shares impressions of two politicians. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Un3aSwE

Israel-Palestinian bitterness deepened by Hamas attack and war

Both Israelis and Palestinians believe the world does not understand their pain and suffering. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/keNIHjs

Michael Bolton recovering after brain tumour surgery

The US singer says he had surgery after being diagnosed last year as he takes a break from touring. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/XAf6ZrP

Resigning ex-minister Chris Skidmore wrong on climate, says Jeremy Hunt

The chancellor "profoundly" disagrees with Chris Skidmore who quit as an MP over government energy plans. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/p5Dd7G9

Harry Pitman: Boy, 16, to be charged with murder, says CPS

The boy is to appear in court over the New Year's Eve stabbing, the Crown Prosecution Service says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3CfL0WR

Paramore: Rock band drop out of headline slot at LA festival

It comes after the band took down all posts and images from their social media accounts in December. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/pAUZlJT

Sir Howard Davies: Not that difficult to buy a home, says NatWest chair

Sir Howard Davies says there are "dangers" in people having easy access to mortgage credit. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YyP2Ksr

Swedish snow chaos leaves 1,000 vehicles trapped on main E22 road

The army is called in to help drivers in southern Sweden amid a big freeze across the Nordic countries. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/McyV5fg

Queen Margrethe II of Denmark embarks on final ride in gold carriage before abdication

Queen Margrethe II will formally step down next Sunday, after announcing her abdication last month. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mBPf9UO

Nigel Lythgoe sued again over alleged sexual abuse - US media

The allegations from two All American Girl contestants follow claims of assault by singer Paula Abdul. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/PbU7GQs

Maddi Neale-Shankster: Thai balcony fall survivor vows to walk again

Maddi Neale-Shankster was left paralysed - but says she is determined to stay positive. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5s87QzH

Walt Disney - how Ireland shaped an American icon

Walt Disney is known as 'an American Original' but his Irish roots are a tale as old as time. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/K7k6amc

Aldi and Lidl hail Christmas boost from bargain hunters

The discount supermarkets say they were helped by shoppers looking to cut the cost of celebrations. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bjfxJkE

King and Queen at Sandringham church for New Year’s Eve service

Charles and Camilla wave at onlookers as they visit St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xhVwWU8

Microsoft boss changes tune after criticism of UK

Brad Smith had said the UK was bad for business after a takeover of Activision was initially blocked. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fRLC7TE