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- Police hunt after driver killed in hit-and-run near Edinburgh Airport
[11 hours old]: A Police dog unit and helicopter are involved in the search for three people who left the scene of the crash on foot.
- Investigators begin work on why cargo plane overran Miami runway
[14 hours old]: Five people died and five others were injured as the Amazon plane overshot the runway after landing at Miami International Airport.
. Aviation faces hotter, stormier skies – and passengers might have to accept more disruption
[56 hours old]: Are people going to have to increasingly accept more delays and diversions as the effects of climate change intensify?
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* Fears for children's safety in West Bank school as settler attacks rise [1 hours old]: Six people, including three pupils at the Palestinian school, have been killed in al-Mughayyir this year, in a surge of Israeli settler-related violence.
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A&E did not get the basics right - my son's life was ruined at 32 [4 hours old]: Oli's experience is one of a growing number of clinical negligence claims being made in England, BBC analysis shows.
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Canadian counter-tariffs come into force as US trade dispute escalates [3 hours old]: The tariffs will apply to bn worth of American products, jeopardising the stability of the world's largest bilateral trading relationship.
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Prince George set for first day at Eton College [1 hours old]: The 13-year-old will follow in the footsteps of his father, the Prince of Wales, by attending the elite private school.
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Drought and hosepipe bans remain despite wettest week since early February [6 hours old]: Parts of England and Wales have seen more rain than any other week since early February but are still in drought.
* UK pupils rank highly again in international reading, maths and science tests [0 hours old]: But the Pisa test scores vary significantly between England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.
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'Good to have choice': Australians on opting out of social media algorithms [1 hours old]: The BBC spoke to people in Sydney about Australia's plans to force social media companies to allow users to easily opt in or out of personalised algorithms.
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Eiffel Tower shut by staff protest after female workers moved for religious visit [8 hours old]: An investigation will be launched into the incident, which left female employees "humiliated", a union representative says.
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AI will cure cancer in our lifetime, claims boss of UK chip giant [8 hours old]: Arm Holding's chief executive Rene Haas says artificial intelligence will find a solution to the disease.
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Police forces failing investigation basics, says inspectorate report [7 hours old]: His Majesty's Chief Inspector of Constabulary said too many victims are not receiving the quality of service they should expect.
* The firms turning recruitment into X Factor-style competitions [0 hours old]: Applicants have to pitch their ideas on stage in front of a panel of judges and an audience. But is this exciting or unfair?
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How colourful stripes (and rubber chickens) helped Paul Smith conquer the fashion world [6 hours old]: As he publishes his autobiography, Sir Paul Smith takes BBC News on a tour of his London headquarters.
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'I've had no hot water or heating for most of my pregnancy' [2 hours old]: Residents living in flats in Croydon are in limbo having have been without gas since March.
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The Papers: 'Port in a storm' and 'Megxit means Megxit' [3 hours old]: Immigration protests, Harry and Meghan, and UK-Israel relations dominate the front pages on Tuesday.
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Champions League returns - who are favourites and players to watch? [11 hours old]: The Champions League is back and BBC Sport take a look at who the favourites are to win the title plus predictions from the experts.
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Minister condemns disorder at Portsmouth anti-migrant protest after police officers hurt [12 hours old]: Sarah Jones told MPs the violence sparked by the arrival of 120 migrants in a single dinghy was "intimidating and thuggish".
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Trial over alleged murders of Australian surfer brothers starts in Mexico [6 hours old]: The bodies of Jake and Callum Robinson and their US friend were found with gunshot wounds to their heads.
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King makes clear Harry and Meghan remain non-working royals [13 hours old]: The letter has been sent to Prince Harry's team, the government, military and Lord Lieutenants, Palace sources say.
* Scammers demand ransoms from Instagram users over fake copyright claims [1 hours old]: Users say they are losing money or risk having their accounts suspended because Meta struggles to identify scammers.
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We'll crumble when the Nottingham inquiry ends, says victim's mum [2 hours old]: A public inquiry examining Valdo Calocane's killings is set to hear closing submissions this week.
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Self-described 'genocidal racist monster' jailed after BBC investigation [12 hours old]: A former tax worker is sentenced to two years for inciting hatred online.
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Can The Chancellor's Positive Vibes Limit Tax Rises? [15 hours old]: Chancellor John Healey aims for ‘vibes boost’ in first major economic speech.
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Americanswers… on 5 Live! Why is Lindsay Clancy’s mistrial dividing America? [13 hours old]: And will Trump succeed in limiting mail-in voting before the midterms?
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Gauff's dominant win completes stacked US Open last eight [4 hours old]: Coco Gauff powers past teenage star Iva Jovic as the top six seeds reach the US Open women's quarter-finals for the first time in 28 years.
* Non-league to Champions League: The Porto boss out to stun Man City [1 hours old]: Porto boss Francesco Farioli is one of the most highly regarded young managers and on Tuesday he takes charge in the Champions League for the first time.
* Russell hindered or just Antonelli brilliance? - F1 Q&A [1 hours old]: BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Italian Grand Prix.
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No goals but Emery knows Villa's forwards need time [2 hours old]: Aston Villa have not scored in their opening three Premier League games - how will manager Unai Emery find their attacking edge?
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Newcastle were 'preparing for months' for Howe departure [1 hours old]: Newcastle United sporting director Ross Wilson says the club were preparing for former head coach Eddie Howe's departure for up to nine months.
* Europe's next great coach? How Fabregas led Como into Champions League [0 hours old]: BBC Sport visits Como to discover the vision and philosophy of the club's coach, Cesc Fabregas, who has overseen the team's remarkable rise to the Champions League.
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Canada braces for prolonged trade war as counter-tariffs on US take effect [3 hours old]: The tariffs will apply to bn worth of American products, jeopardising the stability of the world's largest bilateral trading relationship.
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'JLR job cuts a cause for uncertainty and worry' [3 hours old]: Experts say they worry it could limit the company's ability to innovate in the future.
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Trump threatens to stop sale of Canadian Bombardier jets in US [7 hours old]: The threat against one of Canada's largest companies comes amid an escalating trade war between the two neighbours.
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Next wins key appeal to overturn £30m equal pay ruling [15 hours old]: A judge ruled Next can pay warehouse workers more because it is harder to recruit and retain them.
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Chancellor calls for 'confidence about Britain' despite 'historic high' borrowing costs [15 hours old]: John Healey detailed plans to spread growth more widely across the UK, ahead of his first Budget.
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Food price cap plans giving farmer 'sleepless nights' [2 hours old]: East Lothian farmer Jamie Wyllie says he's worried costs will get passed down the line to the food producers.
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What we know about anti-migrant protests and organiser Danny Thomas [16 hours old]: UK correspondent Daniel Sandford looks at the link between small boat protests in Dover and Portsmouth over the weekend.
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Emotional Oasis documentary glosses over the hard stuff [16 hours old]: Don't Look Back In Anger captures the euphoria of the band's comeback, but fails to explore the story of their reunion.
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BBC News app [11897 hours old]: Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests
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The extraordinary life and music of Dolly Parton [3866 hours old]: Creating an icon. How a girl from the Smoky Mountains conquered Nashville – and the world
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Why the 'Temu Range Rover' is such a threat to Jaguar Land Rover [17 hours old]: Job cuts come as JLR faces falling sales and intense Chinese competition while trying to switch to electric vehicles.
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Faisal Islam: Chancellor's attempts to boost vibes may limit tax rises [16 hours old]: The new leadership is trying to maintain both confidence and the promotion of economic animal spirits.
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Why are European countries moving their gold out of North America? [78 hours old]: The Netherlands has relocated 86 tonnes of the shiny stuff - what's going on?
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The £70 refund letter that isn't a scam [23 hours old]: About one million people - mostly women - are owed pension tax relief and will be contacted by HMRC.
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China to pump bn into state banks and insurers to boost economy [29 hours old]: It comes as Beijing is aiming to reshape its economy in the face of a number of challenges.
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Jaguar Land Rover to cut 4,000 jobs over next two years [17 hours old]: The cuts come as the carmaker struggles with Chinese competition, US tariffs, and the transition to electric vehicles.
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Flight price rises due to 'foolish leaders' starting wars, Virgin's Branson says [78 hours old]: Middle East tensions have choked the production and transportation of oil, causing a surge in the price of car and jet fuels.
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More funding needed to boost construction jobs for young people, housing boss says [26 hours old]: Recent analysis showed the construction sector needs an extra 2,200 workers a year to meet demand.
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Australians will be able to switch off social media algorithms under planned legislation [28 hours old]: Firms like Meta, Google and TikTok should face "substantial" penalties if they don't give the option, minister says.
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Stock up on food to prepare for extreme weather, minister says [93 hours old]: Dame Angela Eagle warns the weather event could lead to extreme storms this winter.
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Trump calls for interest rate cut after jobs figures raise hike bets [86 hours old]: The president's remarks came as stronger-than-expected jobs figures added to growing expectations that rates could be increased.
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Controversial Jackdaw gas field set to be approved in weeks, sources say [98 hours old]: The government is set to give the go-ahead for the gas field off the coast of Aberdeen, the BBC understands.
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UK petrol prices hit highest level since Iran war began [90 hours old]: The price of unleaded hits 163p a litre, according to motoring group the RAC, as oil prices remain elevated.
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Jaguar Land Rover confirms planned job cuts [66 hours old]: The firm says it needs to save about £1.7bn over the next two years.
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Volkswagen board approves plan to cut another 50,000 jobs [96 hours old]: The group - which includes Audi, Porsche, Skoda as well as the VW brand - plans to cut a total of 100,000 posts by 2030.
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Xbox caps cloud gaming at 15 hours a month for Game Pass subscribers [92 hours old]: Xbox said the limits were due to the rising cost of cloud gaming, and would allow it to invest more in its performance
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'I lost my savings after a job interview scam' [104 hours old]: Jobseekers, especially Gen Z, are being targeted with fake, booby-trapped recruitment apps.
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US diesel prices hit an all-time-high [93 hours old]: Fuel prices have soared since the Iran conflict began at the end of February, mirroring the surge in wholesale oil prices.
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From 'dog fruit' to darling: India's avocado boom [98 hours old]: Demand for avocados is booming in India and local growers hope to grab more of the market.
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Prosecco, cakes and beauty products - how to get birthday freebies and why there's a catch [96 hours old]: Cake, coffee, make-up and burgers are just some of the free things you can get on your birthday.
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Why wait? Business grads buying firms to install themselves as CEO [128 hours old]: Impatient to be the boss of an established company they are borrowing money to fund their purchases.
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'My parents won't lend me £10k but helped my brother': When families play financial favourites [200 hours old]: So-called financial favouritism can cause jealousy and resentment long into adulthood. Here is how experts say you can avoid it
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Overcooked? Why robotic pizza makers are failing [272 hours old]: A string of failures has sapped confidence that robots will take over production at pizza restaurants.
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How Dolly Parton's business savvy helped her succeed far beyond the charts [296 hours old]: While country music and films brought her fame, her entrepreneurial zeal brought her fortune.
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Firms scramble for battery power in Spain and Portugal [320 hours old]: After last year's massive power failure Spanish and Portuguese firms are buying battery back ups.
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'What you see is what you pay' - why some US restaurants are banning tips [344 hours old]: Tips are central to US dining culture but some eateries think that they are unfair.
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Drought leaves 'barely any apples' to make cider [338 hours old]: Some orchards are harvesting just a 10th of their usual crop, and facing an uncertain future.
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How landscape gardening is being electrified [440 hours old]: The switch to quieter electric equipment is not going as fast as some would like.
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Pre-loved uniforms save families £69, says charity [23 hours old]: Clothing Coventry has helped provide thousands of children with second-hand school uniform.
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Cost of living on many minds ahead of Manx election [26 hours old]: Residents, businesses and charities are focused on the economy ahead of the general election.
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How long could you manage on £3 of food a day? [27 hours old]: It wants people to experience what it is like for people facing food insecurity.
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Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters [1136 hours old]: Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?
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Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension [1664 hours old]: Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
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The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash [2144 hours old]: The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
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How the High Street became a window on our political instability [2216 hours old]: High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?
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Why a famous Montreal sandwich shop has been forced to swap its soda [49 hours old]: Schwartz’s, one of Montreal’s most famous delis, has changed suppliers for its black cherry soda.
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How much can Canada fight back in its trade war with the US? [77 hours old]: The US may be the bigger trading partner, but Canada shouldn't be counted out quite yet in the escalating trade fight.
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Consumer Fight Back [69 hours old]: Rejected for PIP? Most tribunal appeals succeed. We ask why.
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Money Box [68 hours old]: What can we expect from a major review of financial literacy?
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1986: Manchester's second-hand fashion mecca [88 hours old]: Designer Jeff Banks visited Affleck’s Palace, an indoor emporium selling vintage clothing.