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French readers enjoy world’s only leap year newspaper

La Bougie du Sapeur only comes out only every four years - so since 1980 only 12 copies have been published. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZcjCd4w

Troubles immunity clause 'breaches' human rights

The law involves a conditional amnesty for suspects and bans future inquests and civil actions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gt38SOM

Grenfell-style cladding fear after Valencia fire

Construction pictures suggest the cladding used on the building may be of a type now banned in the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XjkwQgh

Were miners' lungs passed on without consent?

Between the 1960s and 1980s, hundreds of dead miners had their organs passed on for medical research. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WN19E4j

Terror charges after 'right-wing activity' probe

Three men suspected of preparing an act of terrorism were arrested at their homes, police said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Kt1yRN7

Chase & Status win Brit Award for best producer

The drum and bass duo pick up an early prize ahead of the main ceremony in London this weekend. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6uxgPH8

Thousands stuck on cruise ship over cholera fears

Some passengers are believed to have developed mild symptoms of stomach illness during a trip to South Africa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HLjmzBK

Israel mulls ceasefire plan as progress reported

It comes as police break up protests in Tel Aviv calling for the prime minister's resignation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0qEm76N

Police search for boy missing at lake

Three boys are spotted in the water but only two get out, prompting the hunt by emergency crews. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kKZs4xE

In pictures: Celebrating the Lantern Festival

The festival marks the end of Lunar New Year festivities - this year is Year of the Dragon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NZXdfGp

Deputy PM declines to say whether MP's remarks were Islamophobic

The comments from suspended Tory MP Lee Anderson about Sadiq Khan have led to a wave of criticism. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AzaCiyx

Graham Norton leaves Virgin Radio weekend show

The broadcaster told listeners he "wanted his weekends back" as he announced his departure on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J1GNb48

Defeat to Trump looms over Nikki Haley. So why stay in the race?

The Republican presidential candidate has vowed not to quit, raising speculation about her long shot campaign. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aohrJTK

How a gay TV drama changed people's lives

First broadcast 25 years ago, Queer as Folk depicted three gay men in a way not seen on TV before. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zd4vwlR

Gaza desperately needs more aid but agencies can’t cope

Paul Adams examines why agencies are unable to get desperately needed aid into the Gaza Strip. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9uL8Kdq

The young Bollywood star taking on Hollywood

Actress Alia Bhatt, adored by fans in India, is making her mark around the world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TOw2N5u

India state bans candy floss over cancer risk

Tamil Nadu bans the pink sugary treat for containing a carcinogen, while others are planning to do so. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QcUAlED

Wales sees average speed drop 4mph after switch to 20mph

The new limit has proved controversial and led to protests, while ministers say it will save lives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Su5YZWQ

Emotional Susanna Reid announces Robin Windsor's death

The presenter, who danced with Windsor in Strictly Come Dancing, pays tribute on Good Morning Britain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HNmLjUV

Newcastle United put Dan Ashworth on gardening leave amid Manchester United interest

Newcastle United's sporting director Dan Ashworth is placed on gardening leave after telling the club he wants to join Manchester United. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/YJLNWAP

Nansledan: Prince William to build homes for homeless on Duchy land

The Duchy of Cornwall announces plans to build accommodation for homeless in Newquay. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/XWtr2kZ

Currys rejects £700m takeover approach from US firm Elliott

The electrical goods retailer says the proposal "significantly undervalued" the business. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4r2BZo7

Donald Trump hit where it hurts most in New York fraud ruling

A scathing judgment limits the former president's ability to do business in the city where he made his name. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mfLgbjX

Alexei Navalny's life in 'Polar Wolf' remote Arctic penal colony

Only those accused of the very worst crimes are sent to IK-3, the strictest penal colony imaginable. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/MPEebmY

Bafta nominations 2024: The full list of film contenders

Oppenheimer and Poor Things are the leading contenders for this year's British Academy Film Awards. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/h8137Al

Israel-Gaza war: Rafah images show huge blast craters close to camps

BBC Verify has analysed the latest satellite image from the city in southern Gaza. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/I8OD9A1

Fani Willis: Judge considers removing Georgia attorney from Trump case

A defendant has accused Ms Willis of an improper romantic relationship with a prosecutor she hired. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DWKFHPC

Israel special forces enter besieged Nasser hospital

Israel's military says its special forces are inside Gaza's besieged Nasser hospital from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Jfr4UV3

Alex Greenwood: Manchester City defender reveals her phone secrets in Unlocked

Manchester City centre-back Alex Greenwood unlocks her phone for BBC Sport's Liam MacDevitt to reveal her holiday highlights, coffee order and the most recent note she wrote. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vegOb3Y

Wrexham's Hollywood owners donate £10k to disabled four-year-old fan

Louis Perrin's parents say they are "blown away" by the donation to adapt their home. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/51sawtR

Boy, 10, returns home after successful Arctic trek in memory of father

Caeden, whose family was told he may not walk, trekked in the Arctic in tribute to his late father. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WcxefjA

Firearms police called for 'man with knife' - but it's Potter fan with wand

Officers thought they were being called to deal with a man carrying a large knife. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2PpMqZG

The Body Shop set to appoint administrators in UK

The retailer is expected to undergo a major restructure, leading to shop closures and job losses. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9BTz42c

Sinéad O'Connor nominated for Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Other nominees include Mariah Carey, Oasis, Ozzy Osborne and Cher, who has previously vowed not to accept. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ei1l4Kn

Michael Jackson: Stake in catalogue sells for $600m

Sony Music Group has reportedly bought half of the King of Pop's catalogue. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/18cozPb

Dover farmer protests organiser says action could escalate

Jeff Gibson hopes the action by farmers at Dover will get the government to start taking notice. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/o8mXxVs

Doctor's lost ring found at hospital 100 miles away

The diamond ring was left in the pocket of surgical scrubs which were sent away to be cleaned. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DzgxsbM

Horse that led Queen's funeral procession to Windsor Castle dies

Police horse Aurora led the procession down the Long Walk as the Queen made her final journey. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ORMaZIl

Kate Garraway thanks 'incredible' viewers on return to hosting Good Morning Britain

The Good Morning Britain host returns to work, a month after the death of husband Derek Draper. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ygNFhr1

'My journey from racist abuse at the tills to property tycoon'

Sanmi Adegoke explains how he built a property empire without any contacts in the field. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/EZiDBsQ

Trapped orcas escape from drift ice near Japan

The pod of about a dozen killer whales were first spotted stranded on Monday north of Hokkaido. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4F0XKiu

Country music legend Toby Keith dies aged 62

Toby Keith, one of country music's biggest stars, dies aged 62 - he had previously revealed he had stomach cancer from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/64GbFcD

UK Royal Family: What does the King do?

The King is the UK's head of state and leads the Commonwealth association of 56 countries. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HsKFVc0

Mandolin player wins BBC Young Traditional Musician award for 2024

Calum McIlroy, from Aberdeenshire - who is also a guitar player and singer - wins the coveted title. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/E1s8xF0

CCTV shows Clapham attack suspect Abdul Shokoor Ezedi in Tesco

Police are offering a £20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of Abdul Shokoor Ezedi. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qgRNhdT

Gillian Keegan: I'm confident of 15 hours of free childcare by April

But the education secretary does not confirm the scheme will be ready for all eligible parents. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4QrZnuU

India vs England: Ben Duckett out late on day three after tourists set 399 to win

England need 332 more runs to beat India in the second Test in Visakhapatnam, with nine wickets in hand after Ben Duckett falls late on day three. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UMDf2eN

Chile wildfires: 51 dead as wildfire tears through Valparaiso region

Officials have warned the death toll is likely to rise as rescue teams reach the hardest hit areas. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Vvmo5GI

Clapham chemical attack: Search for suspect Abdul Shokoor Ezedi continues

Police are trying to piece together Abdul Shokoor Ezedi's movements after he was captured on CCTV in King's Cross. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1eZhpNo

Who was William? The forgotten face of a prison tragedy

William Brown took his own life in jail at the age of 16 despite never having been convicted of a crime. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LZVPhTe

Watch: Tesla Norway fjord crash passengers saved by floating sauna users

The users of a sauna boat came to the rescue of two people who crashed into a fjord in Oslo. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rQbmIqg

Macclesfield vegan restaurant to serve meat due to rising costs

Owner Adonis Norouznia blames the change of menu on the cost-of-living crisis. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KgbFnH3