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WSL: Snoeijs gives Everton early lead over Man Utd

Follow live text updates from Manchester United v Everton and West Ham v Brighton in the Premier League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/paJGj0h

Call for suicide prevention support for teachers

Teachers' union NASUWT is set to vote on a motion calling for fully-funded mental health training. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NyFCmqb

Lizzo says she 'quits' after 'lies' against her

The pop star said she was tired of being ridiculed for her looks and character in an Instagram post. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d7v9smx

Ex-minister Jenrick proposes migrant crime data be published

Recording the nationality of criminals would help inform policy on visas for their compatriots, they say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/feMKomU

AI millionaire: 'Video games can boost creativity'

Sir Demis Hassabis, co-founder of AI firm DeepMind, says parents should encourage children's passions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pxABEHo

Military camp to be used to house Afghan escapees

It will house 50 people, who helped the UK in the war in Afghanistan, by the end of March. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mrQyMq0

'It's always there' - quadruple on Chelsea minds

Chelsea's players are talking about doing the unprecedented quadruple this season - but their focus is always on the next game, insists Ashley Lawrence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WuS1A8X

Baltimore Bridge Collapse

An investigation into the container ship crash that brought down a Baltimore bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xg0BMqZ

In pictures: Baltimore bridge collapse

Dramatic photos show the extent of the US bridge collapse following a collision with a container ship. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KbgxWuc

How much is the licence fee and and is its future in doubt?

The licence fee will rise to £169.50 on 1 April, an increase of 6.6%, after a two-year freeze. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JinPpgS

Westwood and McCartney take over Blenheim Palace

Vivienne Westwood, Stella McCartney and Zandra Rhodes are transforming rooms at Blenheim Palace. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VbTY6i0

Electric headset helps me 'feel I have hope again'

Ashley Riley says he can be a full-time father again after using an electric headset to treat depression. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jnak5v3

Watch: Waiters race through Paris with croissants

The competition for waiters and waitresses began in 1914, but has not been held since 2011 due to lack of sponsors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tdDlyZC

Hunt’s pension promise: Triple lock will be in manifesto

The chancellor tells Laura pensions would rise by at least 2.5% under Tories. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AvmxQIL

Olivia Colman: I'd be paid more if I was Oliver

The Oscar-winning British actress says Hollywood would pay more if she was a man called Oliver. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1riFRhq

Mayor rules out changes to Ulez while mayor

Sadiq Khan says Ulez will not include pay-per-mile charges or tighter restrictions while he is mayor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TtPBrG5

Congress vote averts US government shutdown

The Senate has agreed to vote for a $1.2tn package that will fund the US government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/STvGDkA

Rapist who texted 'sorry' to victim is jailed

Jordan Doughty tells his victim "sorry about that, mate" after raping her at his home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E0GAu9x

Ex-boss of Poundland owner dies of gunshot wound

Markus Jooste dies one day after being ordered to pay a $25m fine for accounting fraud in South Africa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tNkylLT

Blackouts hit Ukraine after wave of Russian strikes

Ukraine says Russia trying to cause failure of country's energy system after widespread attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ym4ygCi

Millions of women waiting for pension decision

How were women born in the 1950s affected by bring the retirement age in line with men? from BBC News https://ift.tt/nvtk1qG

PE teachers retrain in maths to fill school gaps

As research warns of maths teacher shortages, schools say they are turning to PE teachers to plug gaps. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nACRImQ

Appeals court freezes Texas’ new immigration law

The law would allow police to arrest those suspected of illegally crossing the US-Mexican border. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KbiwA7H

Labour MP apologises for swearing in Commons

Clive Lewis, the MP for Norwich South, says he is sorry for his "outburst" as he left the chamber. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dFrZOTH

And Me

Inside the world of one of the fastest growing fertility treatments in the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Nv0tB7C

Chris Mason analysis: Rwanda saga won't be over even when law is passed

The controversial bill is likely to become law soon but deportation flights won't take off immediately. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sXZnLzO

The Royal Photo Re-touch

How a social media post celebrating Mother’s Day caused a royal public relations crisis. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RZN8KsJ

Bananas to cost more as climate warms, says expert

A warming climate and fast-spreading diseases threaten supplies and push up prices, a top banana industry expert warns. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Bo2iGFd

Rishi Sunak and the £10m question

A spokesperson for the PM released the statement late on Tuesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DwkdxRX

Drakeford surprised at level of anger over 20mph

Mark Drakeford has defended his record during his more than five years as Wales' first minister. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t81H7YM

Sarah Everard vigil attendee gets £10K Met damages

Jennifer Edmunds had been charged with breaching Covid restrictions at the gathering in March 2021. from BBC News https://ift.tt/putQaBI

Dutch anti-Islam populist Wilders abandons PM bid

His party won a dramatic victory in the 2023 elections, but talks on forming a coalition continue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vziwJ2r

Hundreds rescued from Philippines love scam centre

Young and tech-savvy victims are trapped and then forced into running illegal operations online. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g8cJnwK

UN uses new route from Israel to reach north Gaza

Lorries used a gate in the border fence to reach the north, where the UN says famine is looming. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZTaeycB

All Covid rules decided by cabinet not just me - Drakeford

Wales' first minister giving evidence at the UK inquiry examining Wales' handling of the pandemic. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3hUpuiD

Head disgusted by state of food at his own school

Jason Ashley, who sent pictures of the meals in an apology letter to parents, blames caterers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IctwN7f

Neil Young to rejoin Spotify after Joe Rogan row

The star had removed his music in a protest over vaccine misinformation on Joe Rogan's podcast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JO58mQT

Five injured as car crashes into Windsor Castle wall

The crash involved two vehicles and two pedestrians, the fire service says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Knfhp6M

Watch: ‘We don’t feel the joy of Ramadan’

Displaced people in Rafah prepare meals using the limited food available to mark the start of the Muslim holy month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SqhvTKd

Wales' pandemic health minister facing inquiry

Vaughan Gething, a contender to be Wales' next first minister, accused of using disappearing WhatsApps from BBC News https://ift.tt/G3KwJdc

Irish voters reject amendments to constitution

Voters in the Republic of Ireland reject proposals to alter the wording on family and care. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KrPSO0C

Stars gather for Oscars after huge year for cinema

As Hollywood's finest get ready for the big night, we bring you the lowdown on what to look out for. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3MrIY46

Americast

Joe Biden delivered a fiery address in a high-stakes pitch to Congress and beyond. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EOnJwIe

Sexism in City still at 'shocking' levels, report finds

MPs say efforts to tackle sexual harassment and bullying of women at work is moving at a "snail's pace". from BBC News https://ift.tt/OIwp0R9

Police feared 'Brummie' accent bias in call bot

West Midlands Police trialled the non-emergency call-answering AI voice assistant for two months. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SO4frea

West African juntas to form anti-jihadi joint force

Niger's army chief says it will be operational as soon as possible, without giving details of its size. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qMig2HT

MP says Milton Keynes misrepresented by EastEnders

One viewer says the programme portrays the city as a "slum". from BBC News https://ift.tt/TIa0Vy6

Boy, 11, found dead at house as police investigate

The boy's death is being treated as unexplained and is being investigated by police. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TW7F0bI

Five ways to save on train tickets as fares rise

As rail fares rise on Sunday, we find the ways passengers can keep journeys as cheap as possible. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w6tJ1Qg

'We feel like it's us repaying Birmingham's debt'

Residents of the Druids Heath housing estate share their concerns as the council prepares huge cuts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qwGTO6J

Air travel tax may rise in Budget, say reports

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is reportedly mulling higher duty on business travel to pay for tax cuts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nKbQAax

When is the Budget and what will it mean for my money?

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt will set out the government's tax and spending plans in the spring Budget. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nKbQAax

Russia says 38 Ukrainian drones intercepted in Crimea

Reports say a fuel depot was hit during the attack on the town of Feodosiya on the occupied peninsula. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mM8xb5H

'My daughter's uncontrollable hair is beautiful'

Layla, three, has "fluffy" hair that grows "outwardly" due to a condition that affects only 100 people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I270liV

Bahrain Grand Prix - radio & text

Follow live text and BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra commentary from the Bahrain Grand Prix. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mI9DtyA

Father wants cyber-bullying law after Mia's death

Mia Janin, 14, took her own life after being targeted by a group of pupils at her London school. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eLS8Npq

Counting begins in Iran parliamentary vote

Unofficial reports suggest the turnout for Friday's national poll was the lowest since the 1979 revolution. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eCxrzjh

Felled Sycamore Gap tree to go on public display

The largest section of the Sycamore Gap tree's trunk will be on display at The Sill from September. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wRcaL84

Bankrupt Price to lose 40% of OnlyFans income

The model has been ordered to pay 40% of her income from the site after failing to repay her debts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n0EHawA