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- Is it safe to travel to Spain and France right now?
[4 hours old]: For those who have upcoming holidays to the affected regions, here is what you should know about how it might impact your plans.
- Is it safe to travel to France and Spain right now?
[4 hours old]: For those who have upcoming holidays to the affected regions, here is what you should know about how it might impact your plans.
- The 10 most overcrowded commuter trains revealed
[3 hours old]: Overall, overcrowding in England and Wales fell slightly last year due to increased capacity, the government says.
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The moment Tuesday's powerful earthquake hit Japan [2 hours old]: Video shows locations across the region where a strong earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu island on 28 July.
* Some parents on benefits to get up to £4,500 for child starting apprenticeship [0 hours old]: Some parents on benefits are incentivised to discourage their kids from taking on apprenticeships.
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Uefa reacts with fury to Infantino World Cup plan [2 hours old]: European football's governing body Uefa reacts furiously to proposals from Fifa to seek private investment in its competitions, including the World Cup.
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Wildfires in south-west France flare up as region braces for new 40C heatwave [1 hours old]: Firefighters are braced for a sharp rise in temperatures on Wednesday, which could complicate the containment of wildfires in Gironde.
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French Navy carries out 'shooting drill' during MP's BBC interview [1 hours old]: Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp says the vessel fired 17 shots as he was giving a BBC interview.
* Funeral director 'left baby's remains on floor for two years' [1 hours old]: Victims who lost babies tearfully recall how they were given wrong ashes by Robert Bush.
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Naga Munchetty to leave BBC Breakfast after 17 years [6 hours old]: The BBC One show's co-host will swap the TV sofa for the presenter's chair on Radio 5 Live Breakfast.
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Powell says student loan system at top of in-tray [3 hours old]: She says she stands by past comments that the interest charged on Plan 2 loans is "egregious".
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Odyssey translator writes scathing review of Nolan film adaptation [2 hours old]: The film has won rave reviews from film critics but a translator of Homer's work was less than impressed.
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House of the Dragon star Bethany Antonia joins Strictly line-up [6 hours old]: She plays Lady Baela Targaryen in HBO's Game of Thrones prequel, and is the ninth celebrity to be confirmed.
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Can Burnham's vision for Manchester's schools really work for the rest of England? [4 hours old]: The prime minister's plans for technical education have their roots in the Manchester Baccalaureate.
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The cocaine superhighway from Ecuador to Europe - the BBC reports on gangs and the police fightback [13 hours old]: The BBC goes on patrol with Ecuador's police, who are grappling with a huge surge in drug crime.
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Why is Ukraine rolling out the red carpet for a US far-right influencer? [4 hours old]: Laura Loomer, Trump ally, MAGA influencer, and former Ukraine critic was granted extensive access to the country.
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Booker Prize longlist: See the 13 'dynamite' novels up for this year's prestigious award [5 hours old]: Elizabeth Strout, Douglas Stuart and Marlon James are among the 13 authors recognised this year.
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How afraid should we be of jellyfish off UK shores? [12 hours old]: Many people are scared of the jellyfish due to the fear of painful stings and the creature's unpredictable nature in the water.
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Laughter and tears at Dame Penelope Keith funeral [2 hours old]: Broadcaster Gyles Brandreth says the service at Guildford Cathedral was "deeply moving".
* Schools to offer technical subjects from age 14 in England, Burnham says [1 hours old]: The government wants pupils to take courses like AI and manufacturing which are linked to local jobs.
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Local match goes viral over cheating claim [8 hours old]: A viral video appears to show a fielder in a local match clicking his fingers as the ball passes the bat, before the batter is given out caught behind.
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Mother and boyfriend guilty of murder of girl, two [5 hours old]: Prosecutors say Isabelle Welsh was subjected to a "wicked" campaign of abuse before her death.
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US walks out of UN Security Council meeting during France's remarks [8 hours old]: The row sparked after the US joined North Korea and Russia in voting against extending the term of the UN high commissioner for human rights.
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Richard Hammond fined £999 for speeding offences [5 hours old]: The TV host is caught speeding twice in Herefordshire in the space of three weeks, magistrates hear.
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Gymnast Evans delivers first gold for Wales [2 hours old]: Gymnast Ruby Evans wins Wales' first gold at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games with victory in the floor final.
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Are Apprenticeships The Answer To Youth Unemployment? [1 hours old]: Burnham outlines education reforms with technical subjects available from age 14.
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Shabaz Ali takes the 'billionaire debate' into the real world [13 hours old]: Shabaz Ali turns author to see if the internet's favourite villains deserve the hate.
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Uefa says Fifa plan for private investment in World Cup 'crosses line' [2 hours old]: European football's governing body Uefa reacts furiously to proposals from Fifa to seek private investment in its competitions, including the World Cup.
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Alonso's first Chelsea match a tale of four strikers [4 hours old]: Xabi Alonso's first game as Chelsea manager is defined by four strikers - from one who scored a hat-trick to one who could leave.
* Zidane waited for France - now can he harness their star power? [1 hours old]: Zinedine Zidane says he waited for the France job, but what will he bring to the role after after five years out of management?
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Celtic 'a really good match' for record signing Hogh [3 hours old]: Celtic break their transfer record to sign Denmark striker Kasper Hogh from Bodo/Glimt on a four-year contract.
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Mancini reappointed Italy boss after Pirlo controversy [4 hours old]: Roberto Mancini is appointed Italy manager for a second time - just a day after Andrea Pirlo rules himself out of the running for the job and technical director Paolo Maldini resigns.
* Hull & Woad provide hope for home Women's Open win [0 hours old]: The previous two Women's Opens held at Royal Lytham and St Annes were won by British golfers - Charley Hull and Lottie Woad are hoping to make it three in a row this week.
* Schools to offer technical subjects to pupils from age 14 in England, Burnham says [1 hours old]: The government wants pupils to take courses like AI and manufacturing which are linked to local jobs.
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Horror maestro Mike Flanagan joins Henry Cavill on Warhammer adaptations [4 hours old]: The director is due to work on scripts based on the popular tabletop hobby, Games Workshop says.
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What you wear can help you get a job - here's how [6 hours old]: While you need to answer the questions in an interview, your appearance and mannerisms are also crucial.
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Chip stocks slide in US and Asia as AI jitters rattle investors [7 hours old]: Trading on South Korea's Kospi index was paused temporarily on Tuesday morning after slumping by 8%.
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Some people's chats with Claude AI found to be publicly available online [10 hours old]: Hundreds of conversations with Anthropic’s chatbot were discovered as being publicly accessible.
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Energy prices rise by 19% in a year -report [3 hours old]: The Retail Prices Indices and Household Costs Indices inflation statistics have been published.
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Michelin-starred chef calls for VAT cut for restaurants [13 hours old]: Sat Bains offers deli versions of some of his dishes to promote local businesses facing high costs.
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‘I’d found the missing piece to a puzzle’: How attachment theory is shaping modern dating [17 hours old]: Attachment theory is everywhere right now, but what is it and how can you use it to improve your relationships?
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BBC News app [10900 hours old]: Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests
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Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is Donald Trump serious about running for a third term? [22 hours old]: And, why is the US-Saudi nuclear deal splitting the Republican Party?
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Johnson & Johnson offers up to .5bn to settle baby powder lawsuits [16 hours old]: The proposed settlement aims to close a years-long legal battle over claims its talcs products cause cancer.
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Cracker Barrel chief executive steps down a year after rebrand chaos [23 hours old]: Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino will exit following customer backlash over modern logo redesign.
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Oil price dives as US and Iran pause attacks [26 hours old]: The US says attacks on Iran have been halted to give "talks some space", raising hopes of a resolution to the conflict.
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Chinese chipmaker shares surge nearly 470% in blockbuster stock market debut [31 hours old]: The company's shares soared by nearly 470% in its market debut, as the AI boom drives chip demand.
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Would you choose £50,000 over the chance of £1m? [42 hours old]: The vast majority of people - particularly women - answer a survey saying they'd take the certainty over chance.
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Shein swings to m loss as Trump tariffs hit sales [39 hours old]: The announcement comes as the fast fashion giant prepares for its stock market debut in Hong Kong.
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Businessman and philanthropist Sir Ian Wood dies aged 84 [27 hours old]: The Aberdeen-based businessman turned his family's boat repair firm into an oil and gas engineering giant.
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Rental searches for pet friendly properties drop after law change [66 hours old]: Agents say some renters wrongly believe permission to have a pet is guaranteed.
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Is it time to stop using glue and labels on paper? [19 hours old]: Labels and adhesives can prevent paper from being recycled but there's new tech aimed at changing that.
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The 20-somethings betting big on tech stocks [188 hours old]: The BBC hears from people about the risks and rewards of investing in technology shares.
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This farmer wanted to quit the cocaine industry - he couldn't [210 hours old]: Colombians who grow cocaine's raw material bemoan a lack of support to help them switch crops.
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Is tracking your food purchases good for your health? [355 hours old]: Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet?
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New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain [378 hours old]: It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.
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Wealthy AI workers send San Francisco house prices soaring [474 hours old]: The median cost of a home in the city is now .7m, a record high, according to the latest figures.
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Robots available for rent: But what can they do? [522 hours old]: Robotics tech is changing fast, so for many it makes sense to rent a robot.
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AI is 'not smart' so what's next in artificial intelligence? [619 hours old]: Leading AI researcher Yan LeCun has a start-up which is developing a more flexible AI system.
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Average income down in real terms, survey says [25 hours old]: The results of the 2023/24 Household Expenditure Survey have been published.
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'I fear for wee families' - home heating oil jumps £100 in three weeks [30 hours old]: The Consumer Council for Northern Ireland says the price rise is in direct response to the US-Iran conflict.
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Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension [666 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 [1146 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 [1219 hours old]: High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?
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The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil [1475 hours old]: Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam
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The threat to summer holidays looming from jet fuel shortages [2059 hours old]: What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
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Money Box [75 hours old]: What might the new team at the top of government mean for your money?
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How much money do you give for a wedding gift? [108 hours old]: You've been invited by the happy couple, but they've asked for cash - not presents. North Londoners tell us what they would do.
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Business Daily [117 hours old]: What tech earnings reveal about AI investment and Donald Trump's tariff talks
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What about cuts for cafes and hotels? [128 hours old]: The new PM has announced at 20% business rate cut for pubs, clubs and live music venues in England,
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What we know about 20% cut to some business rates [130 hours old]: Pubs, clubs and live music venues in England will get a 20% cut in business rates from April.