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Trump labels alleged Turnberry vandals 'terrorists'

The US president said he hoped those who caused damage to his resort would be 'treated harshly'. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bnNj4Bh

Thames Water picks private equity firm as preferred buyer

The troubled water utility firm says KKR could complete the deal in the second half of this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fAc4xNr

'LIV dozen will provide extra challenge to McIlroy's Augusta ambitions'

Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler are among the favourites to win the Masters but this week's LIV event in Miami could provide some pointers to who may challenge, writes Iain Carter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/afXcPV3

'Performance of a lifetime!' GB's Atkin wins halfpipe gold

Watch as Great Britain's Zoe Atkin pulls of an incredible second run to win gold in the freeski halfpipe final at the Freestyle Ski and Snowboard World Championships in Switzerland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ncMU3Qf

Trump says he couldn't care less about higher car prices because of tariffs

Trump says he hopes foreign carmakers raise prices as it means people will buy US-made cars. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9lZ8LAb

Pet artist raises £400,000 for charity with 'rubbish' pictures

The artist from Worthing is about to have the second collection of his charity portraits published. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vaRAlFm

Indian mural that spent decades on Norwegian hospital wall sells for record $13.8m

The 14-foot-wide mural by MF Husain sold for an unprecedented $13.8m (£10.6m) in New York last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tnQXVHE

At least 15 still alive under Bangkok skyscraper rubble, rescuers say

Rescuers are working to pull people from the remains of the tower, which dramatically collapsed on Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yBaHhKi

Anxious wait for news of missing after Bangkok building collapse

Dozens remain unaccounted for after the 33-storey building, which was under construction, gave way on Friday when a powerful earthquake struck neighbouring Myanmar. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kbhcr7N

Dua Lipa wins copyright case over Levitating

The pop star had been accused of plagiarising the 1979 disco track Wiggle and Giggle All Night. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lfQoSHb

Chappell Roan: 'There's a new path for girls breaking the rules'

The Giver singer speaks about her fearlessness and being inspired by Charli XCX and Sabrina Carpenter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IEMGP7n

Redknapp jokes England boss Tuchel is 'German spy'

Former Premier League manager Harry Redknapp jokes England boss Thomas Tuchel is "a German spy" while at a charity event. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r04gOQh

Another success story? How Hurzeler has taken Brighton to next level

Before their FA Cup quarter-final, BBC Sport explains why Fabian Hurzeler is proving to be another managerial success story for Brighton. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rhO5ZLm

Former Lancashire and England bowler Lever dies

Former Lancashire and England fast bowler Peter Lever dies at the age of 84 following a short illness. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Tsr0pnF

England sewage spills hit record 3.6m hours last year

Sewage spilled into England's waterways for a record number of hours last year, the Environmental Agency says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OEMH5ld

Starmer accuses Putin of hollow promises on ceasefire

The prime minister is co-hosting a summit of the "coalition of the willing" on Ukraine in Paris. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VWJhPOu

Spectacular Northern Lights shine across the UK

Spectacular displays of the Northern Lights have been seen over recent nights with the potential for more to come. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kc3TEou

Hundreds join Gaza's largest anti-Hamas protest since war began

Masked Hamas militants dispersed protesters who gathered in northern Gaza to rally against the group. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vo1DwJf

Lower Thames Crossing approved by government

The 14-mile (22.5km) road will link the A2 and M2 in Kent with the A13 and M25 in Essex. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0qv6HGj

Turtle stranded in Wales after Trump puts marine conservation on hold

A rare sea turtle due to return to the US is stuck in Wales after a White House foreign aid freeze. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e7jxPEk

Apology over inside-out windows on tower blocks

Tower block residents describe their shock after finding replacement windows were wrongly installed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ih6Y0cK

First case of bird flu in sheep found on UK farm

The UK's chief veterinary officer confirms the case was discovered on a farm in Yorkshire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0o8IDUR

Small electric cars were said to be the future – but SUVs now rule the road

Despite dire predictions of climate breakdown, more Sports Utility Vehicles are being spotted on, and off, the roads. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zUCjerW

Police release new evidence in timeline of Hackman and his wife's death

Authorities say the actor's wife called for medical help a day after she was thought to have died. from BBC News https://ift.tt/06Ttc5y

What nine months in space does to the human body

Astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are back on Earth - but what has nine months in space done to them? from BBC News https://ift.tt/4FUySB6

Broadcasters fined £4m for freelance pay collusion

The UK competition regulator says the BBC, BT, IMG and ITV illegally shared information about fees. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HGW6u5v

Iceland minister who had a child with a teenager 30 years ago quits

Ásthildur Lóa Thórsdóttir had a relationship with a 15 year old when she was 22, she revealed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NqBPVHf

Turkey arrests dozens over online posts after Erdogan rival detained

Some 37 people have been arrested for "provocative" social media posts, the interior ministry says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R3sFOu6

'There will never be anyone like him' - Hill tribute to Jordan

Damon Hill pays tribute to Eddie Jordan after the former Formula 1 team boss' dies aged 76. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SVye8Oc

Watch: Birmingham residents swarm refuse lorry in bid to shift rubbish

Rubbish is piled high on streets in Birmingham after refuse workers went on all-out strike last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pTk4ZVK

Splurge or save? Americans struggle as tariffs hit economy

Families in the US are trying to dodge higher prices from tariffs, as worries rise about the economy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1McSq89

Report says 800 green jobs could be created at Grangemouth

The Project Willow report identifies nine areas for potential investment at the site of Scotland's only oil refinery. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TJtOYQV

K-Pop summer: How the UK is (finally) embracing Korean pop

With five massive stadium shows this summer, K-Pop is establishing itself in the UK mainstream. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b76yMYU

'Wales v Georgia Six Nations play-off is only logical'

Coach Richard Cockerill says Georgia have "earned the right" to face Wales in a play-off to decide who should be in the 2026 Six Nations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zVMwtWv

Yoga mats and VR headsets added to inflation basket

Items added and removed from the basket of goods used to calculate inflation give an insight into current fashions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YWTe5Pk

Search resumes for British tourist after Thai boat fire

Alexandra Clarke was reported missing on Sunday after a boat she was on burned and sank. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uOJ6Dm3

The mums taking on a council over landfill site fires

Locals say constant fires at Arnold's Field, Rainham, are harming their health. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kYJtBGz

Getting through groundhog day - how Draper became Masters champion

When Jack Draper retired injured again at the Australian Open, he had to be patient - and is now celebrating the biggest title of his career. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zpEAXBn

Chris Mason: The trade-offs ministers are looking at to reduce towering benefits bill

The government is aiming to save money while also protecting those who cannot work. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zIdWjt0

I was close to dying in car crash - Antonio

In an exclusive interview with the BBC, West Ham forward Michail Antonio reflects on his near-fatal car crash in December. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LvFThdM

Watch: Man films as tornado tears past his house and leaves a trail of destruction

The roaring wind can be heard, as debris flies past the windows of the Mississippi property. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T89IizQ

'France's title win feels like beginning of something'

The only surprise about France's historic Six Nations campaign is that they didn't win a Grand Slam, writes Tom English. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b1eUpBD

Jasper Carrott at 80 - still loving comedy

The Brummie comedian talks of his career, how he got his stage name and more to the BBC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sAE92oM

I can't justify my teenage shoplifting, says Stacey Dooley

Stacey Dooley speaks about the rise in shoplifting in her new BBC documentary. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RjYQ2wv

Injured Alexander-Arnold out of League Cup final

Liverpool right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold will miss Sunday's Carabao Cup final against Newcastle at Wembley with an ankle injury. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aH3p2E7

Warning after turtles wash up on Cornwall beaches

Cornwall Wildlife Trust says people are mistakenly returning the turtles to the water. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oVWFbGd

'So unfortunate' - why Alvarez's penalty was ruled out

MOTD pundits analyse Julian Alvarez's "unfortunate" double-touch penalty that was disallowed for Atletico Madrid in their dramatic penalty shootout loss to rivals Real in the Champions League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qROpS8Q

Americanswers…on 5 Live! Is Trump worried about the US economy?

Americanswers…on 5 Live! Is Trump worried about the US economy? from BBC News https://ift.tt/YrVyBCF

Aus-Eng 150th anniversary Test will be day-night match

The 150th anniversary fixture between England and Australia to celebrate the first Test match will be a day-night contest at the MCG. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EcgmPlO

Man Utd to build 'iconic' £2bn 100,000-capacity stadium

Manchester United announce plans to build the biggest stadium in the UK - an "iconic" new £2bn 100,000-seater ground close to Old Trafford. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KDvoAC9

Tom Grennan joins Sam Fender as Radio 1's Big Weekend headliner

The Little Bit Of Love hitmaker joins Sam Fender as a headliner for the festival in Liverpool. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vMTHSsD

France has a nuclear umbrella. Could its European allies fit under it?

President Macron has aired the idea that France's deterrence force could be used to defend of other European countries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K0W7mFL

Pony-sized dinosaur revealed 52 years after discovery

The fossil was first spotted in the 1970s but only in recent times was it possible to extract and study it. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fc1VPO4

Watch: 'You can't skate - you're too old' - the woman who took up skateboard aged 61

Meet the mums who are on a mission to make skate boarding more accessible for older women. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vdiDBEX

Olympian wanted by FBI on drug ring charges

Former Canadian snowboarder Ryan Wedding has been placed on the FBI's 10 most wanted fugitives list. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DQo5WwY

Prodigy who roomed with Bellingham eyes revival under Maradona's son

The lost wonderkid who was once Jude Bellingham's roomate and found salvation in street football, now a Maradona is giving him hope. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rgPehO5

France recall Ntamack and Penaud & pack bench with seven forwards

Romain Ntamack and Damian Penaud return to the France line-up for Saturday's Six Nations game against Ireland in Dublin (14:15 GMT). from BBC News https://ift.tt/AvHDJwN

Parents angry after pupils forced to dump a GCSE

The school says children were feeling overworked but some parents have branded the change unfair. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D04fTQA

Moment falcon hunts starlings during mumuration

The dramatic starling murmuration caught on video took place over a "built up urban area" in Chester. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oNHg15r

'Bosh!' - Ball hits stumps but fails to dislodge bails

Australia's Steve Smith survives in the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final against India as a delivery from Axar Patel hits the stumps but doesn't dislodge the bails. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gk0YcZd

Arab states and UN condemn Gaza aid blockade by Israel

They say the move violates the ceasefire deal - Israel says it acted because Hamas was stealing aid supplies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Idc4KNV

'We can finally return to Syria, but the island of Bute feels like home'

For the first time, Syrians fleeing civil war have a chance of returning home. But do those settled on Bute want to? from BBC News https://ift.tt/jTkNRPB

Private spacecraft Blue Ghost lands on Moon

It was launched by Firefly Aerospace in January with the mission of exploring the Sea of Crises. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JMChs8c

Radcliffe runs first marathon in 10 years aged 51

Former world record holder Paula Radcliffe runs her first marathon for 10 years aged 51 in Tokyo and aims for Boston next. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ecu5L4X

Pilates, painting and bike rides: Gene Hackman's life in Santa Fe

After leaving Hollywood, Gene Hackman retired in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where he became a fixture in the community. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WoSfY8w

Steve Rosenberg: Vladimir Putin can afford to sit back and watch events unfold

A breakdown in relations between Ukraine and the US is potentially very serious for Kyiv, but very positive for Moscow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R6Y7xhP