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Spencer marked her victory by apologising to customers for potentially having to cancel work due to her Westminster move.
Chris Mason: Green Party win will prompt soul searching within Labour and questions for Starmer
The prime minister is facing questions about whether Labour's focus on Reform left them exposed among some of their regular supporters.
Man arrested after Winston Churchill statue defaced with graffiti
The statue of the former prime minster at Westminster was vandalised with slogans daubed in red paint.
Gregg Wallace discontinues data claim against BBC
Court documents state the claim against the BBC and BBC Studios has been "discontinued".
Taking collagen keeps skin more elastic but won't stop wrinkles, say scientists
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Paramount set for $111bn Warner Bros takeover after Netflix drops bid
Netflix's decision to back down from the bidding war clears the path for Paramount to win the takeover battle.
Epstein tried to buy a palace in Morocco days before his arrest in 2019
The disgraced financier was in talks to buy luxury abode Bin Ennakhi - but the purchase was never completed.
Dyson settles forced labour suit in landmark UK case
Migrant workers alleged they were subjected to abusive treatment in a Malaysian factory for Dyson.
Six planets to be visible at same time in celestial 'parade' - here's how to see them
Six planets - Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus and Neptune - will all be visible in the night sky.
Soham murderer Ian Huntley remains in hospital following prison attack
Huntley, who is serving a life sentence for murdering two schoolgirls, has significant head trauma, the BBC understands.
Sir John Curtice: The future of British politics is more uncertain than ever
Not only did Hannah Spencer become the first Green to win a by-election, she won it well.
Watch: 'Working hard used to get you something', says plumber Hannah Spencer in victory speech
In her acceptance speech, Hannah Spencer said she was “no different from every single person in this constituency”.
'Family voting' concerns raised by election observers
The officer responsible for running the by-election said no reports of family voting were made by polling station staff.
Listen to By-Electioncast: Greens Win Gorton and Denton
Hannah Spencer is the new Green MP for Gorton and Denton.
Why Trump means the Cuban Revolution faces its biggest threat yet
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Olivia Dean's radiant show warms Manchester up for the Brits
The star, nominated for five prizes at the Brits, plays a low-key gig to get Manchester in the mood.
What we know after latest escalation in Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions
Bombings by Pakistan are the most significant development in tensions between the two neighbours - though the physical impact remains unclear.
I hugged my daughter's killer as we cried together in prison
Chloe's mum visited her drug-driver killer Keilan Roberts in jail and says he will live with the guilt forever.
How Ghislaine Maxwell brought Bill Clinton into Epstein's orbit
Documents in the Epstein files reveal how Maxwell nurtured the connection between the two men after Clinton left the White House.
Weekly quiz: Which baby monkey broke the internet's heart?
How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
Pokémon at 30: Fans explain what the series means to them
The massively popular series shows no signs of slowing down as it gears up to celebrate its launch.
UK winter nowhere near a record breaker despite floods and storms
While some parts of the country have had a very wet winter and significant flooding, others have actually been drier than normal as Ben Rich explains.
Jack Dorsey's Block cuts thousands of jobs as it embraces AI
The Twitter co-founder says he believes the majority of firms will make similar changes "within the next year."
Hillary Clinton tells House panel she 'had no idea' of Epstein's crimes
The ex-secretary of state called for President Trump to be questioned under oath about his past association with the sex offender.
Miliband says climate impact of data centres is uncertain
The admission comes after MPs said they were concerned about emissions from a boom in data centres.
Drone jammed near French aircraft carrier was probably Russian, says Sweden
Sweden's defence minister says there is likely a "strong link" between the drone and a Russian naval vessel in the area.
Instagram investigating AI profiles 'fetishising' disabled people
Accounts pretending to have conditions like Down's Syndrome have amassed thousands of followers
Christian groups 'outraged' at Reform conference held in Church House
A number of Christian groups said the party's immigration policies were opposed to Church beliefs and teachings.
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Trump's big, long, State of the Union speech
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Gordon needs to stay 'fully focused' after Arsenal talk - Howe
Head coach Eddie Howe has urged Anthony Gordon to stay "fully focused" after the Newcastle United forward was linked with a move to Arsenal.
Italian Pavan seriously hurt after lift shaft fall
Italian golfer Andrea Pavan is seriously injured after falling multiple floors down an open lift shaft before this week's South African Open.
The £37m cost of Man Utd's past two managerial changes
Ruben Amorim's 14 months in charge of Manchester United have come at a price, with the club now paying up to £15.9m to sack him, in addition to £11m to hire the Portuguese.
'I would never say that' - US Olympian on White House AI video
USA men's ice hockey player Brady Tkachuk distances himself from an AI-enhanced White House video in which he appears to disparage Canadians, saying "those words would never come out of my mouth".
So much for three-year plan - what is the secret to manager longevity?
In his BBC Sport column, ex-Premier League boss Tony Pulis explains why it is so hard for football managers to keep their jobs in the modern game.
South Sudan at risk of ‘return to full-scale war’, UN warns
UN report warns of 'escalating atrocity risks' amid renewed fighting and widespread impunity over abuses.
Barcelona vs Villarreal: La Liga – preview, team news, start, lineups
Win would provisionally take Barcelona four points ahead of Real Madrid who host Getafe on Monday night.
Hillary Clinton comments after Epstein hearing
Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton spoke to reporters after finishing her testimony on Epstein.
Green Party wins UK by-election in blow to Labour, PM Starmer
Progressive Greens win closely-watched election in one-time Labour stronghold, while right-wing Reform comes second.
Pakistan bombs Kabul: Why are Afghanistan and Pakistan fighting?
Pakistani defence minister says Pakistan is waging 'open war' against Afghanistan.
‘I was so isolated’: Pro-Palestine activist attempted suicide in UK prison
Recently bailed Palestine Action-linked activist Charlotte Head, 29, spent 18 months in pre-trial detention.
Mass graves with 171 bodies found in eastern DR Congo: Report
A local governor says authorities found two mass graves in the outskirts of the eastern city of Uvira.
‘A dangerous thing’: S Africa’s gang-ridden townships fear army deployment
Critics wary of President Cyril Ramaphosa's move to send military to tackle crime, drugs and gangs in three provinces.
UK investigating whether Epstein used air force bases for sex trafficking
Probe of Royal Air Force bases comes amid concerns trafficked women were brought to UK on board Epstein's private jets.
Inside Israel’s airport interrogations
At Ben Gurion airport, invasive security checks are routine for many Palestinians, journalists and other travellers.
RAMpocalypse Hits Global Tech
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Maduro seeks dismissal of charges, claims US blocked legal defence funds
President Maduro's lawyer said his client's right to legal counsel of choice has been denied by US government actions.
Pakistan strikes Kabul, declares ‘open war’ on Afghanistan following clashe
Pakistan has struck Kabul and declared it’s in an ‘open war’ with Afghanistan. The fighting follows days of hostilities.
‘No longer a threat’: How Canada U-turned on India ahead of Carney visit
Canadian officials say India is no longer a 'security threat' after allegations of transnational violence rocked ties.
World reacts to eruption of fighting between Pakistan, Afghanistan
Countries around the world are urging the warring parties to show restraint.
Israeli attacks on police sites kill six in southern, central Gaza
Hamas says latest attacks show Israel's 'blatant disregard for the efforts of mediators' and 'the Peace Council'.
Solidarity with Palestinians questioned as Indonesian troops set for Gaza
President Prabowo Subianto is trying to expand Indonesia's global standing, but Indonesians question his role in Gaza.
Canadian PM Carney heads to India on ‘significant’ trip to consolidate ties
Carney's trip comes at a time when he's looking for new markets for Canadian exports to diversify from the US.
In Gaza, when money is scarce, every choice counts: Bank, cash, or credit?
Palestinians in the devastated enclave struggle to manage their daily lives amid shortage of cash caused by war.
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Pakistan-Afghanistan live: Islamabad says ‘open war’; jets attack Kabul
Pakistani and Afghan officials have both declared full military operations as border clashes intensify.
‘Open war’: Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Taliban claim major casualties
Both sides say Pakistan has bombed targets in Kabul, Kandahar and Paktia in an escalation of recent tit-for-tat attacks.
US tax agency broke privacy law ‘approximately 42,695 times’, judge says
Federal judge rules that the Internal Revenue Service violated its code by giving immigration agency confidential data.
Cuba says speedboat attackers from Florida planned to destabilise country
Associates of one of the passengers killed in the alleged raid attempt said he sought to overthrow Cuba's government.
Why are many Western leaders visiting China?
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in Beijing, saying he wants to reset ties.
CPC Central Committee, State Council congratulate Chinese Winter Olympics delegation
No case of Nipah virus disease detected in China so far: China's disease control authorities
S. Korea's ex-president Yoon sentenced to 5 years in prison over obstruction of justice
Russia-China ties crucial for global stability: Putin at annual conference
China, Russia conduct strategic alignment on issues related to Japan
Civic groups in Taiwan protest Lai's arms push, oppose being dragged toward battlefield
Kuliang bond forges 'hometown affection' across the Pacific
Chinese premier arrives in Johannesburg for 1st G20 summit in Africa
Chinese scientists document first evidence of tool use in giant pandas
Multiple regions roll out autumn breaks for primary, secondary schools, stimulating local tourism
GT on the spot: UN officials praise bird conservation efforts at Poyang Lake in Jiangxi
China's cosmic ray observatory uncovers mystery of cosmic 'knee'
Chinese Vice Premier, FM hold talks with Norwegian FM
Cooperating with China means walking with opportunities: S.African entrepreneur and brand ambassador
Investigative report on 'Taiwan independence' separatist Shen Pao-yang released
China successfully launches Shenzhou-21 crewed spacecraft, carrying civilian taikonaut, 'space mice'
PLA Southern Theater Command, CCG step up law enforcement around China's Huangyan Dao
Japan, South Korea leaders meet in Gyeongju; avoid sensitive historical issues
Most desired vision of GGI is a future of fairness: Chinese FM
China ready to tap potential of economic and trade cooperation with Singapore: Premier
Mourners from all walks of life pay final tribute to late Nobel laureate Chen Ning Yang