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Uncovering the men who hid a note in a Scottish lighthouse 132 years ago

Experts poring over censuses and newspaper archives have built up a rich picture of their lives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/snIRPOV

Trudeau at Mar-a-Lago to meet Trump after tariff threat

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is making a surprise visit to Florida as Canada seeks to the avoid blanket tariffs threatened by the president-elect. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lBCk06Z

The Trump Trials... Cases Closed?

Is Donald now above the law? from BBC News https://ift.tt/jJ1otID

Kneecap wins discrimination case against UK government

A funding award of £15,000 to the band was blocked by former Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GhzH8Mc

Bashir 'not perfect' and 'learning on the job'

England off-spinner Shoaib Bashir says he is "not perfect" and "learning on the job" after his four wickets on the opening day of the first Test against New Zealand. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eWHkwdG

Lampard appointed head coach of Coventry

Coventry City appoint ex-Chelsea and England midfielder Frank Lampard as their head coach, following Mark Robins' sacking. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mkz0His

England arrive at judgement day for Bazball

The tour of New Zealand begins a defining year for England under Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum, writes chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/smUD2eO

FA investigates referee Coote over booking claims

The Football Association says it is investigating an allegation that referee David Coote discussed giving a yellow card with a fan before a Championship match. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y30X2c6

'We couldn’t get a mortgage so live in a mobile home'

A father says his family's mortgage offer was withdrawn when his partner became pregnant. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SOsuXKL

World's oldest man dies aged 112

John Tinniswood died at his Southport care home "surrounded by music and love", his family said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ni9IQqu

Girl, 8, seriously injured in London shooting

An eight-year-old girl and a man are seriously injured in a shooting, Met Police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UwTvi9l

'In eight years we never lived like this' - what is wrong at Man City?

After Man City's 4-0 humbling to Tottenham made it five defeats in a row, BBC Sport looks at what is going wrong for the Premier League champions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i732TDB

India maintain dominant position over Australia

India's openers ensure they maintain their dominant position against Australia with an unbroken century stand on day two of the first Test in Perth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aqA67PX

'Brilliant stuff!' - Bumrah removes Khawaja & Smith with back-to-back balls

India captain Jasprit Bumrah strikes twice in two balls removing Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith to reduce Australia to 3-19 in during the first Test between Australia and India in Perth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/krEtw7J

Double Olympic champion Brownlee retires aged 36

Two-time Olympic triathlon champion Alistair Brownlee announces his retirement from the sport at the age of 36. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7WBKTqu

'Ambulance delays made me a widow at 28'

Aaron Morris, 31, died following a crash in County Durham in 2022, but could have been saved. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MwAuBpt

Is there hope for Mercedes in 2025? And why does F1 go to Monaco?

BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your questions going into the Las Vegas Grand Prix. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h2q5vNO

Biden allows Ukraine to strike Russia with American long-range missiles

But why now? And what could this mean? from BBC News https://ift.tt/olmaAjc

Twins with heart failure cannot get same treatment due to where they live

Nicole and Farrah live just 32 miles from each other in Northern Ireland, but are in different health trusts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/whixldZ

Children in Need raises more than £39m

Stars and the public came together to raise money for disadvantaged children across the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u374hXM

Residents of Lebanese border town 'determined to stay' as rockets fly above

The residents of Rmeish have decided to stay despite the fighting raging all around them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XAbWamg

Greek police criticised for treatment of England fans

Local police in Athens are said to have used riot shields and tear gas to control England fans before the Nations League fixture with Greece. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HhuGn9K

BBC Introducing's Artist of the Year is surpassing own expectations

After a year of success, Myles Smith has been named BBC Introducing's Artist of the Year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S9cp6wO

'We scrum to dominate' - behind the eight-man Boks machine

What is the secret behind South Africa’s eight-man machine – arguably the most formidable and feared scrum in rugby? from BBC News https://ift.tt/6RaCSkf

MOTD has been a big part of my life - Lineker

Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker speaks to BBC Breakfast's John Watson as the flagship football show celebrates its 60th birthday. Lineker has been presenting the show for 25 years since 1999. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3HR89wr

Chief medical officer had nightmares after spy poisoning

Dame Sally Davies told the Dawn Sturgess Inquiry she had worried about the disposal of the nerve agent. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lfz92Wn

'Traitors' poster put up at Michelle O'Neill's office

O'Neill was the first senior Sinn Féin figure to take part in an official Remembrance Sunday ceremony. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DtGX9N5

China roads blocked by thousands of cyclists in night quest for dumplings

It started as a social media trend but brought traffic gridlock between two cities. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7nR5P2u

Two dead after electric bike catches fire in house, firefighters say

A pedal bike was converted into an electric bike and stored in the hallway, the fire service said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GcZgSxM

Top restaurant bosses warn Budget could force job cuts

Hospitality bosses are calling for changes to what they describe as "unsustainable" tax rises. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7cQACiZ

'My £750 vouchers are useless after restaurant closure'

Customers are told their vouchers are non-transferrable and to contact their banks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vMZPk1t

A disabled South Park character from 24 years ago is getting me harassed today

I have felt the shadow of Timmy since childhood - but never imagined the name would be hurled at me by strangers in my 30s. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SGLTOXY

Indian experts hail breakthrough in bid to save huge native bird

The birth of a great Indian bustard chick through artificial insemination has given hope to conservationists. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jYCGaJe

Germany engulfed by political crisis as Scholz coalition falls apart

Europe’s most powerful economy is left rudderless, when EU leaders are nervous about a new Trump presidency. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nOiNPSw

Sainsbury's and M&S warn Budget may push up prices

A number of major firms have warned over the impact of higher National Insurance costs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DbO3zJS

House prices at record high, says Halifax

Despite the increase, the lender warns mortgage costs could remain "higher for longer" following the Budget. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gDYatWK

NFL mid-season review - six things we have learned

We look at six of the biggest storylines from the first half of the 2024 NFL season from the best and worst performers to who shows signs of being play-off dark horses. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2vAuW1r

How Kuhn is 'showing Celtic what he's got'

Nicolas Kuhn is described as the outstanding player in Scottish football this season after his two-goal display in Celtic's 3-1 Champions League win over RB Leipzig. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UrGEN92

Primark owner profits jump despite summer washout

It said clothes sales in the UK and Ireland grew despite dampened demand for beach and swimwear. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XqPIvUw

Selena Gomez was 'more nervous than ever' for new musical role

Critics suggest Spanish-language musical Emilia Pérez could become Netflix's first Oscar-winning film. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BQd5zoe

At least 10 dead after volcano erupts in Indonesia

Officials say several villages have been evacuated after the eruption on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yrTdIeK

Watch: MP takes on pro-MMA fighter in charity bout

Watch: Will Stone MP grapples with a pro-MMA fighter to raise money for a mental health charity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XBOslYr

Strictly's Tasha Ghouri in tears over online hate

Ghouri, who was born deaf, said she received an onslaught of hate after appearing on Love Island in 2022. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GfCk5AJ

Life of Janey Godley, Glaswegian pub landlady who became street-fighter of comedy

The comedian Janey Godley, who chronicled her struggles in unflinching detail, has died after a long illness. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XvI6juo

Man with cerebral palsy lands Primark modelling gig

Elliot Caswell, who has cerebral palsy, booked a modelling job after a BBC documentary explored his difficulties finding work. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B8YROqw

'Relaxed' Boulter reaches Hong Kong semi-final

British number one Katie Boulter powers through to the Hong Kong Open semi-finals with a 6-4 6-0 win over Anastasia Zakharova. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UkiecYG