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. Prepare for turbulence - how a prolonged Middle East conflict could reshape how we fly
[761 hours old]: The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.
. The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they're set to get worse
[2537 hours old]: There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?
and in other news ...
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Watch: How gunfire sparked chaos at Trump press dinner [8 hours old]: President Trump and Vice-President Vance were rushed off the stage, after gunshots were heard at the event at the Washington Hilton hotel.
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Suspected gunman identified as 31-year-old Californian [4 hours old]: The man arrested at the event attended by President Trump has been named in US media as Cole Tomas Allen from California.
* King's US visit will go ahead as planned, Buckingham Palace says [0 hours old]: The decision had been made "after discussions on both sides of the Atlantic through the day".
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Sabastian Sawe breaks two-hour barrier to make history at London Marathon [6 hours old]: Sabastian Sawe makes history at the London Marathon as the first person to run a sub-two-hour marathon in a competitive race.
* Mali defence minister killed in rebel attacks [1 hours old]: A wave of coordinated attacks by jihadist militants and separatists has spread through the country.
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Shooting raises questions about Trump security [3 hours old]: The shooting at the White House correspondents' dinner is the third time in three years Trump has been at the centre of a major security incident.
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What we know about the incident [1 hours old]: Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were rushed from a ballroom after gunfire was heard.
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I was in the room with Trump and heard the low thudding sound of gunfire [14 hours old]: The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue describes the moment he and others dived for cover as shots rang out at the venue.
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In pictures: Chaos as gunfire heard in Washington DC ballroom [12 hours old]: Armed Secret Service agents flood the ballroom of a Washington DC hotel as President Trump is rushed off stage.
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Higher prices could last for eight months after Iran war, minister says [4 hours old]: Officials are monitoring stock levels and planning for any potential disruptions to the supply chain.
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Starmer insists 'majority' of Labour MPs back his leadership [2 hours old]: This week has seen increasing speculation among Labour MPs about Sir Keir's judgement and leadership.
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Woman released on bail after fatal house fire in Wolverhampton [3 hours old]: Police said two boys, aged one and three, died at the scene. A woman in her 30s was arrested.
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Axolotls can be tricky to look after as pets - I know because I own 20 [12 hours old]: Emma Honeyfield bought her daughter an axolotl for her birthday then quickly fell in love with it.
* Man arrested for suspected arson after fire at packed LGBT+ club near Milton Keynes [0 hours old]: An eyewitness says "thousands" of people were evacuated from the club.
* Hire, fire, final - Chelsea's player power may be ugly, but it wins [0 hours old]: Chelsea are in another FA Cup final - but only after their players showed up in a way they were no longer doing for Liam Rosenior, writes Phil McNulty.
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Sawe smashes two-hour mark to 'move goalposts for marathon running' [6 hours old]: Sabastian Sawe makes history at the London Marathon as the first person to run a sub-two-hour marathon in a competitive race.
* Fernandez fires Chelsea to FA Cup final showdown with Man City [0 hours old]: Enzo Fernandez' first-half header gives Chelsea a 1-0 win over Leeds United in the semi-final of the FA Cup at Wembley Stadium.
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England's Hamilton wins first European Tour title [3 hours old]: Esme Hamilton holds off challenge from fellow Englishwoman Cara Gainer to win her first European Tour title at the South African Open.
and in other older news ...
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We thought Gen Z weren't drinking. But these cocktails in a ball may suggest otherwise [18 hours old]: Gen Z is starting their nights with sugary canned cocktails - even if the taste proves divisive.
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The crime that never happened - and sparked a rage bait frenzy [19 hours old]: Misinformation about an alleged rape in Epsom became a real-world storm, but we've been here before.
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Singer Noah Kahan was crowned a superstar. It messed with his head [19 hours old]: The US singer became a festival headliner after his third album, triggering a crisis of confidence.
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I didn't tell my boyfriend my age when we started dating. I worried he might end things [19 hours old]: Two couples tell BBC News about overcoming social stigma in their age-gap relationships.
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Voice notes are massive in some countries but not the UK - here's why [18 hours old]: Voice notes have they taken some countries by storm, while failing to truly take off in Britain.
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BBC News app [8668 hours old]: Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests
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Will another week of Starmer drama impact the elections? [55 hours old]: We look at if the latest problems for the PM are impacting the campaign trail
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Donald Trump gets on the phone... with Americast’s Sarah Smith [70 hours old]: The president talks to Americast’s Sarah Smith about Starmer, the King and Iran.
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Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, is on an exciting quest [344 hours old]: Puss teams up with a fellow thieving feline and Humpty Dumpty to go on an exciting quest.
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China car giant BYD says it can thrive without US [45 hours old]: With the price of fuel rising China's BYD says it is positioning itself to benefit from the global shift away from fossil fuels.
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Stock markets are too high and set to fall, says Bank of England deputy [57 hours old]: It is unusual for a senior figure at the Bank to be so forthright on market movements.
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US justice department drops probe into Fed chairman Jerome Powell [47 hours old]: President Donald Trump had accused Powell of improper cost overruns in renovating the Fed's building.
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How does it affect me if share prices fall? [57 hours old]: Changes in the FTSE 100 and other indexes are not just for financial experts, they can affect our lives.
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From scientist to silk farmer: India's silk industry renewal [66 hours old]: Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India.
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White House memo claims mass AI theft by Chinese firms [65 hours old]: A memo from Michael Kratsios says firms, mainly in China, are wrongfully distilling US AI models.
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Which airlines are cancelling flights to the UK - and what can you do? [55 hours old]: Airlines are putting up prices and cancelling flights in response to higher jet fuel prices.
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US soldier charged after winning 0,000 betting on removal of Maduro [66 hours old]: Gannon Ken Van Dyke allegedly made trades on Polymarket on the basis of classified information, the justice department says.
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Meta to cut one in 10 jobs after spending billions on AI [59 hours old]: The cuts, which employees had been expecting for weeks, will be Meta's largest layoff since 2023.
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Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount's 1bn takeover [74 hours old]: The approval came as Donald Trump is to attend a dinner with billionaire Paramount backers the Ellisons.
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UK borrowing lowest for three years but Iran war clouds outlook [79 hours old]: The improvement in government finances is unlikely to last, analysts say, with the impact of the Iran way yet to hit.
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Asos demands £7m from US as firms rush to claim tariff refunds [80 hours old]: Hundreds of thousands of firms could potentially win back some money after the tariffs were struck down.
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AI is already leading to fewer jobs for young people, says Sunak [83 hours old]: The former prime minister said graduates' concerns about getting entry-level jobs are justified.
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Three ways the latest inflation figures affect you [103 hours old]: How high could inflation get? And what could it mean for borrowers and savers around the country?
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Four arrested over suspected home insulation scheme fraud [79 hours old]: The Serious Fraud Office raided homes and businesses over alleged conspiracy to defraud public money.
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High Street mini-marts selling cocaine, cannabis and prescription drugs, BBC secret filming reveals [85 hours old]: Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.
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Billionaire backer sues Trump family's crypto firm over alleged extortion [96 hours old]: Billionaire investor Justin Sun is suing the family's World Liberty crypto venture after spending m on its tokens.
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UK inflation rises after Iran war pushes up fuel prices [106 hours old]: The figures provide the first official look at the impact of the Iran war on the cost of living in the UK.
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China weathered Trump's tariffs - but the Iran war is taking a toll [93 hours old]: The Middle East conflict is putting pressure on factory orders, costs and jobs in China's export-driven economy.
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McDonald's boss on abuse claims: 'I don't want to talk about the past' [104 hours old]: A BBC investigation in 2023 heard from more than 100 McDonald's workers in the UK claiming they faced sexual assault, harassment, racism, and bullying
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Lufthansa cuts 20,000 summer flights as fuel prices surge [99 hours old]: The airline is the latest to cut flights as the US-Israel war with Iran sends jet fuel prices soaring.
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How a pivot to hair accessories led to business success [91 hours old]: Jenny Lennick's colourful hair clips are sold across the US and around the world.
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What the Warner Bros deal could mean for streaming, cinemas and news [74 hours old]: If Paramount's takeover of Warner Bros goes ahead it could significantly reshape Hollywood.
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The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough [139 hours old]: A stellarator is difficult to build, but could it be the best way to make fusion energy work?
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Why your recycled clothes could end up in this South American desert [163 hours old]: Old garments from around the world are being discarded in the South American country.
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Could a digital twin make you into a 'superworker'? [235 hours old]: Firms say digital twins make staff more productive, but are they a potential legal minefield?
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Back to books - Sweden's schools cutting back on digital learning [259 hours old]: Swedish classrooms swap laptops for books, pens and paper, raising concerns from the tech sector.
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Quantum computing: A tech race Europe could win? [307 hours old]: With some promising computing companies in the field, could Europe be a leader in quantum tech?
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The Dutch village at risk of being demolished [331 hours old]: Moerdijk has been earmarked for removal, to make way for a vast electricity substation.
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'Every drop of water counts': Fear for the future of Argentina's glaciers [376 hours old]: A controversial law to ease protections for the glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining.
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TV for dogs booms but are they watching? [403 hours old]: TV channels for dogs are multiplying but research is mixed on whether dogs are watching.
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The construction boss who built a new life after three years in prison [427 hours old]: Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm.
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The US refinery now processing Venezuelan oil [451 hours old]: Chevron is now importing 250,000 barrels of crude per day from Venezuela.
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England shirt overpriced, says £40k kits collector [36 hours old]: Collector Les Motherby says classic England shirts are often better value than new ones.
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Rescue centre facing eviction makes funding appeal [37 hours old]: Redhead Rescues Animal Sanctuary in Northamptonshire wants to buy its own land.
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Island's inflation rate is 2.7%, new figures show [52 hours old]: Statistics Jersey says there have been "sharp increases" in some energy prices.
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Scammers are becoming ever more sophisticated - this is what the fightback looks like [187 hours old]: Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?
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The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high [708 hours old]: Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
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Sir John Curtice: Why Labour's Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers [906 hours old]: Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?
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High street drug dealer sells cannabis to undercover reporter [72 hours old]: Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.
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Asbestos toy warnings [76 hours old]: Asbestos toy warnings
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Watch: BBC goes undercover at mini-mart selling drugs [85 hours old]: BBC UK editor Ed Thomas confronts a shopkeeper secretly filmed selling cannabis and cocaine to one of our researchers.
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Inflation: What do price increases mean for you? [97 hours old]: Prices went up by 3.3% in March, but what does that mean for you asks the BBC's Colletta Smith.
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Are insider traders making millions from the Iran war? [140 hours old]: The BBC has found suspicious trading patterns that correlate with some of the president's most market-moving statements.