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Lord Prescott died surrounded by love and jazz music, say family
John Prescott who served under Tony's Blair's Labour government has died aged 86.

Captain Tom's family repeatedly made money from charity, inquiry finds
The fundraiser's family damaged public trust by not donating any money from his books, a report finds.

Russia and US battle for advantage in Ukraine war ahead of Trump's return
Moscow appears to be maximising its gains while Joe Biden abandons long-held red lines at the end of his presidency.

'Seeing my son excluded from primary school was horrific'
Mum Jo says Jacob is very caring but sensory issues led to him being excluded for disruptive behaviour.

Al Fayed abuse could be on scale of Savile, survivors’ advocate tells BBC
Speaking about her new role, Dame Jasvinder Sanghera says Al Fayed's "tentacles went far and wide".

Man who called 911 for help with intruder shot dead by US police
Brandon Durham was tussling with a female intruder over a knife when an officer shot him multiple times.

The model, British tech and Russia's war machine
£1.6m of British kit shipped to companies tied to Russian military despite sanctions, customs documents claim.

Archegos boss sentenced to prison over massive fraud
Hwang was found guilty of fraud in a case that cost Wall Street banks billions of dollars in losses.

Fourth tourist dies of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos
Some suspect they consumed drinks laced with methanol, a deadly substance often found in bootleg alcohol.

£500m defence cuts as ships, drones and helicopters scrapped
Critics said the move would leave UK defence weaker, at a time of growing international tensions and after over a decade of funding pressures on the armed forces.

Deadly Israeli air strikes hit Gaza - reports
Rescuers are said to be searching for survivors after buildings were hit in Beit Lahia and Gaza City.

Chappell Roan and Ezra Collective on BBC Sound of 2025 list
The list has a track record of picking music's next big things, from Adele to The Last Dinner Party.

The Papers: 'Farewell Liam' and 'UK defies Putin'
Thursday's papers are led by Liam Payne's funeral and Ukraine firing UK-supplied missiles into Russia.

Australia wants to ban kids from social media. Will it work?
The government has just tabled laws to block access to under-16s - but the proposal is divisive.

Are K-pop stars workers? South Korea says no
In a dispute involving band NewJeans, the government said celebrities were not entitled to the same rights as workers.

What are the Storm Shadow missiles Ukraine has fired into Russia?
Ukraine has used UK-supplied Storm Shadow missiles against targets inside Russia for the first time.

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Top footballer took thousands of pounds, claim teammates and parents
Natasha Harding, now Allen-Wyatt, is accused of taking money for coaching that she did not deliver.

Thames Water bonus should not be paid by customers, regulator to say
The regulator uses new powers to prevent bonuses being funded from customer bills.

Is nuclear power gaining new energy?
Countries around the world are building new nuclear power stations.

MPs raise questions about Rachel Reeves's CV
Claims the chancellor embellished her work achievements were seized on by Tory and Reform MPs at PMQs.

Fate of Gaetz ethics report uncertain after congressional panel deadlocked
Pressure has been mounting on the ethics committee to release a report on Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general.

Longest-serving MPs unite to oppose assisted dying
Labour's Diane Abbott and Conservative Sir Edward Leigh say they fear the bill will put the vulnerable at risk.

Fresh weather warnings as UK hit by cold snap
Fresh warnings of snow and ice announced for parts of the UK going into Thursday and the weekend.

How serious are Putin's nuclear threats?
Three Ukrainians on how their lives have changed and their hopes for peace

UK Storm Shadow missiles strike Russia
And is President Biden Trump-proofing US support to Ukraine?

Drivers 'bit fed up' with FIA leadership - Russell
Mercedes' George Russell says the Formula 1 drivers are "a bit fed up" with the leadership of the sport’s governing body, the FIA.

Five talking points as Premier League returns
BBC Sport looks at five talking points from the Premier League as the international break ends.

Bentancur, Son & the rise of racism against East and South East Asians in football
BBC Sport looks at the rise in racism towards East and South East Asian players and fans in football.

Smith's game IQ increasing all the time - Strawbridge
Fly-half Marcus Smith is getting "better and better" at having a deeper understanding of Test rugby, says England assistant coach Andrew Strawbridge.

Why retiring Nadal means 'everything' to Spain
Rafael Nadal retires from professional tennis after a 23-year career like no other. On a night of gratitude and grief, Spain led the world in saying "Gracias Rafa".

Gatland has desire to remain Wales coach
Warren Gatland says he has a strong desire to remain as Wales head coach as he prepares to face world champions South Africa on Saturday.

Baby's remains found in field near motorway bridge
Detectives are trying to establish the baby's identity as well as when and how he or she died.

'It can be really overwhelming to deal with grief'
Teenagers speak about their experience of bereavement at an event run for schools by Marie Curie.

Three arrested in Glasgow bus station evacuation
The bomb squad was called out after reports of a suspicious package at Scotland's busiest bus station.

'Black market obesity drug made me think I'd die'
Paige Roberts was left needing hospital treatment after injections made her vomit for 48 hours.

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US ‘Secret War’ remembered as Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin visits Laos
Al Jazeera looks back at the most devastating period in Laos's history, when the US waged a years-long 'Secret War'.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,001
These were the key developments on the 1,001st day of the Russia-Ukraine war.

Musk, Ramaswamy outline ‘drastic’ cuts as US gov’t efficiency tsars
Trump allies say they will 'liberate individuals and businesses from illicit regulations never passed by Congress'.

US Senate votes down effort to withhold weapons to Israel amid Gaza war
The push led by Senator Bernie Sanders falls short, but advocates say it shows progress for Palestinian rights movement.

Archegos’s Bill Hwang sentenced to 18 years in prison for massive US fraud
Hwang had been convicted in July on 10 criminal charges including wire and securities fraud, market manipulation.

At least 150 people killed over past week in Haiti’s Port-au-Prince: UN
UN official warns millions of Haitians 'being held hostage' amid surge in gang-related violence in Haitian capital.

Indian conglomerate chair Gautam Adani indicted in the US
One of the richest people in the world, Gautam Adani, was indicted over an alleged multibillion-dollar fraud scheme.

National Security law under scrutiny as Jimmy Lai takes the stand
Jimmy Lai, founder of Hong Kong’s ‘Apple Daily,’ testified Wednesday in his national security trial

Comcast to spin off cable TV networks as ‘streaming won’
Pool of cable subscribers is shrinking as millions cut the cord and rely on streaming services for their entertainment.

Hezbollah chief: ‘Halt to hostilities is now in Israel’s hands’
Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem says his group has reviewed the US-drafted ceasefire proposal to end fighting with Israel.

COP29 negotiators seek climate finance deal as deadline looms
Vulnerable nations are seeking $1.3 trillion to deal with damage from climate change and to adapt to that change.

What does the change in Russia’s nuclear policy mean for global security?
President Vladimir Putin paves the way for broader use of atomic weapons.

Republicans support bathroom ban after US transgender lawmaker elected
Republicans have pushed an effort barring first federal transgender lawmaker from women's restrooms in the US Capitol.

Palestinian UN ambassador calls out Security Council inaction
“The wrong nationality, the wrong faith, the wrong skin colour.”

Lula and Xi sign dozens of trade deals as Brazil-China ties deepen
Presidents of China and Brazil hail 'new phase' in relations between two countries, which are major trading partners.

The pogrom that wasn’t
The events of November 7 in Amsterdam demonstrate that Zionism is crumbling and Palestinian solidarity is strong.

Ukraine fires UK-made Storm Shadow missiles into Russia
Russia’s foreign intelligence chief says attempts by NATO countries to help Ukraine will not go unpunished.

US approves landmine shipment for Ukraine after refusing for years
The Biden administration has changed its policy and approved a shipment of landmines for Ukraine.

At least 36 killed in Israeli attack on Syria’s Palmyra: State media
Syrian Ministry of Defence statement says attack causes 'significant material damage', state media report.

‘Bomb cyclone’ slams western US, leaving two dead and 600,000 without power
Authorities warn that severe winds and heavy rains are expected across the northwestern United States through Friday.

Thousands in Greece strike to protest soaring living costs
Demonstrations held in Athens and Thessaloniki against rising prices, low wages and unaffordable housing.

US vetoes UN Security Council resolution demanding Gaza ceasefire
Vote marks fourth time Joe Biden's administration has vetoed a UNSC Gaza ceasefire resolution since Israel's war began.

US vetoes another UN Security Council resolution calling for Gaza ceasefire
The US vetoed a UN Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of captives.

Australia vs India: Kohli and Rohit in spotlight for Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Australia and India resume a rivalry ready to challenge the Ashes as Test cricket's number one.

Tottenham appeal against length of Bentancur ban for racial slur on Son
Tottenham accept misconduct ruling against Uruguayan midfielder but appeal against length of seven-game ban.