25 big sporting events to look forward to in 2023

The 2023 sporting calendar features World Cups in women's football and men's rugby union as well as men's and women's Ashes cricket series and the Ryder Cup.

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Will rain ruin fireworks? Your New Year's Eve forecast

Planning to go out to see in the New Year? Matt Taylor has the all-important forecast for Saturday evening.

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Darwin Nunez: Are Liverpool striker's missed chances a blip or cause for concern?

After missing more chances against Leicester on Friday, is Darwin Nunez's struggles in front of goal a cause for concern or just a blip?

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US Supreme Court justice's wife disavows her texts

Virginia Thomas' remarks are among a mountain of transcripts released by the US Capitol riot inquiry.

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Is Something This Good Even Possible?

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via IFTTT Is Something This Good Even Possible? I kept saying to my friends: “I have no idea why he likes me.” Style New York Times December 29, 2022 at 06:00PM

Press Association photographers pick their top shots of 2022

Press Association photographers reflect on their best images from the past year.

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Flu rise warning from NHS in England

NHS chief warns against complacency and says "risk of serious illness is very real".

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Cody Fisher stabbing: Birmingham nightclub's licence suspended

A police officer's account of the aftermath describes "a scene of chaos and drug use".

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Buses: More cuts to services to come, operators warn

Campaigners say a temporary £2 maximum fare will not stem a fall in passengers, amid service cuts.

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Worsley man given year to live cancer-free after Christie's drug trial

Robert Glynn says getting the all-clear after being told he had 12 months to live was "overwhelming".

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Santos, a Suburban House and $11,000 in Campaign Payments for ‘Rent’

By Grace Ashford and Dana Rubinstein from NYT New York https://ift.tt/HGZbwAN
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Aung San Suu Kyi jailed for a further seven years

Myanmar's military junta has now sentenced the former leader to a total of 33 years behind bars.

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Day-by-day: who is on strike in December and January?

Hundreds of thousands of workers have walked out, or threatened to, causing widespread disruption.

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Avatar: The Way Of Water passes $1bn at box office

James Cameron's long-delayed sequel is only the third movie to hit the $1bn milestone this year.

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Wallasey pub shooting: Third arrest over Christmas Eve attack

A 31-year-old man is held after Elle Edwards was killed and four men were injured on Merseyside.

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Cost of Living: Upcycling comeback amid money-saving drive

Upcycler Eleri fitted a new kitchen for her friend using £300 worth of upcycled materials.

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The Miraculous Life and Afterlife of Charlene Richard

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George Santos Faces Federal and Local Investigations, and Public Dismay

By Michael Gold, Ed Shanahan, Brittany Kriegstein and Rebecca Davis O’Brien from NYT New York https://ift.tt/kMgYOSw
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Dog rescued on Christmas Day from Utah mountains

Nala was separated from her owner after a Christmas Eve hike in the mountains.

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Air Balloon: Landmark pub to close forever on New Year's Eve

The Air Balloon in Birdlip is being demolished to make way for a major road upgrade on the A417.

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Bristol's van dwellers suffer as cost of living bites

The low-cost way of life is not immune to the rising cost of items like fuel and food.

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Did the Tesla Story Ever Make Sense?

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Four injured in Evesham suspected gas explosion

Properties are evacuated and four people treated in hospital after the incident in Evesham.

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Irish state papers: Ahern rejected Trimble's Irish arms inquiry request

Irish state papers from 1997 and 1998 detail the Republic of Ireland's arms crisis in the 1970s.

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Loyle Carner and Jamie Oliver talk cooking and ADHD

The musician tells Jamie Oliver, who is guest editing R4's Today, how cooking is a space for his neurodiversity.

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Taiwan extends mandatory military service to one year

The decision comes as tensions between the self-ruled island and China grow.

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Detectorist finds Roman gold treasure in field

A battered little piece of jewellery found in a Norfolk field is much older than first thought.

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In Memphis, the Phonics Movement Comes to High School

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Best Podcasts of 2022

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Michael Gove: Better housing design could curb development opposition

Michael Gove says too many planning applications are "indifferent" or "insipid".

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Welsh Water: Supply failings after homes left without water over Christmas

Welsh Water admits it should have done better as households remain without water on Boxing Day.

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Migrants: Ninety people cross Channel on Christmas Day

More than 45,000 migrants have made the perilous crossing from France to England so far this year

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Jersey flats explosion: Tenth person injured dies

Kathleen McGinness, 73, lived in a building next to the flats which exploded.

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China stages big military incursion, Taiwan says

More than 70 fighter jets and drones crossed into its air defence zone, the defence ministry says.

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Shoppers set to cut spending at Boxing Day sales

The rising cost of living is expected to curb the appetite for post-Christmas bargain-hunting.

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Can Anything Help a Hangover?

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Edgware: Man arrested after woman dies in Christmas Day crash

The 22-year-old was in a car involved in a crash with a vehicle that had failed to stop for police.

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Foreign aid groups halt work after Taliban ban on female staff

Three NGOs are suspending operations in Afghanistan after women were banned from working for them.

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Canada coach crash leaves more than 50 injured

It is not yet known what caused the crash involving an intercity coach on Christmas Eve.

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Archbishop of Canterbury remembers Queen's example in Christmas message

The Archbishop will remember the late monarch's ability to put her own interest after those she served.

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The corner shop opening its doors on Christmas Day to tackle loneliness

A corner shop in Twickenham has been opening on Christmas Day for 25 years to help fight loneliness.

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In Buffalo, it was ‘a very, very bad night in our community.’

By Michael D. Regan and Kimiko de Freytas-Tamura from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/WtwAO46
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South East Water supply problems persist on Christmas Eve

After a widespread thaw caused burst pipes, the company says it is still fixing leaks.

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Afghanistan protests: Taliban use water cannon on women opposing university ban

Women in Afghanistan are protesting against the Taliban's ban on female students attending university.

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Bethlehem sees Christmas tourism boost after two-year Covid hiatus

Thousands are expected to visit the Palestinian town, where the economy was badly hit by lockdowns.

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Brixton Academy crush: Gaby Hutchinson's partner wants answers

The partner of Gaby Hutchinson says "someone must be held accountable" for what happened that night.

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Iran protests: Activist Narges Mohammadi details 'abuse' of detained women

Narges Mohammadi writes to the BBC with fellow inmates' accounts of physical and sexual abuse.

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Boiling water turns to snow in freezing US state

Even boiling water is freezing as dangerously cold temperatures sweep large parts of the US.

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The Traitors: Wilfred and Kieran are rooted out in BBC One finale

Viewers were gripped to Thursday's final as a "parting gift" changed the course of the reality show.

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Forceps left in patient following Alexandra Hospital operation

An investigation is launched at the Redditch hospital after the so-called never event.

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The Traitors: Watch who took home the prize money

Spoiler alert: In the finale, Claudia Winkleman reveals who took home the jackpot of £120,000.

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Antarctic post office: A home for Christmas among the penguins

Four British women are preparing to spend Christmas in the world's most southerly post office.

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Baby born on helicopter between Isles of Scilly and Cornwall

Baby Ebbyn was born in the rescue helicopter between the Isles of Scilly and Cornwall.

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Scotland gender reforms: UK ministers may block law

A new law will simplify transitioning but UK ministers say they have concerns and may step in.

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Journey star tells his bandmate to stop performing for Donald Trump

The rock band's keyboardist played their hit Don't Stop Believin' at Donald Trump's Florida estate.

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Planning Holiday Travel? How Wind, Cold and Snow Could Disrupt Your Trip.

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Transcript of NZ MP insult caught on mic sells for £52k

The auction follows a heated exchange between the prime minister and a political rival in parliament.

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UK economy shrank more than previously thought

Output has been weaker than previously estimated for much of this year, official figures show.

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Council condemns vandalism of memorial to Queen Elizabeth II

A council says it is not the first time trees, planters and benches at the park have been vandalised.

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Hydrogen heating trial treats us like guinea pigs - residents

An English town could be the first to turn off fossil fuel gas, but some residents aren't happy.

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Bob Dylan: Coronation Street offers singer a cameo

Producers made the offer after the singer said watching the ITV soap makes him feel "at home".

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New Spending Bill Makes It Easier for Americans Saving for Retirement

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Terminally ill boy, 11, enjoys video call with Johnny Depp

The star reprised the role of Captain Jack Sparrow for Kori, a huge Pirates of the Caribbean fan.

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Government borrowing in November highest on record

Official figures show the government spent £22bn more than it raised - the highest ever figure for the month.

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Eddie Jones: Former England coach wants another international job

Eddie Jones says he wants to continue coaching at international level and has not ruled out the possibility of taking the Australia job.

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Tea dunking test finds Hobnob-style does the perfect job

Scientists answer the question of time in revealing how to avoid a soggy splash down.

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Strike: What will ambulances respond to on Wednesday?

What you need to know about emergency care during the ambulance strike.

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The Portrait Hung in Joan Didion’s Home. But Who Painted It?

By Kate Dwyer from NYT Books https://ift.tt/4IXWyFz
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Irmgard Furchner: Nazi typist guilty of complicity in 10,500 murders

97-year-old Irmgard Furchner, who worked for a Nazi commandant, is convicted in Germany.

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TSB fined £49m over IT banking chaos

The bank is has been fined for an IT meltdown in 2018 that left customers unable to access accounts.

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Ice soldiers mark Russia's very patriotic Christmas

A Siberian city is marking Christmas with ice statues of soldiers. But not all locals back the war.

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Gary Neville in Qatar and UK workers' rights row

The football pundit is attacked by Tory MPs after comparing the UK government's record to Qatar.

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World Cup 2022: Great images from Qatar and the story behind the photos

A selection of great World Cup photographs taken in Qatar - and the story behind them by the person who captured it.

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‘I’m Not Ready’: A Mother Denied an Abortion in Texas Faces an Uncertain Future

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Turbulence injures dozens on Hawaiian Airlines flight

Eleven people are in hospital in a serious condition due to injuries sustained on the flight.

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Doddie Weir's life to be celebrated at Melrose memorial service

The former Scotland rugby international died last month, six years after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease.

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Ukraine war: How pathologists identify victims of Russia's invasion

Scientists are finding and naming family members killed by Russian troops, one mouth swab at a time.

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People on frozen water prompts urgent warning from police forces

Police implore people to keep themselves and children off icy water, as cases continue a week after four boys died.

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Oliver Dowden firm on pay as nurses warn of more strikes

The union says ministers must respond within 48 hours of next week's walkout to avoid more action.

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Gareth Southgate to remain England manager until after Euro 2024

Gareth Southgate will remain as England manager until after the European Championships in 2024.

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Iraq: At least seven police killed in bomb and gun attack

No group has said it carried out the attack, but Iraqi officials blamed IS militants.

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Signed Coldplay guitar helps pay for school extension

A village school has now opened its new building, paid for in part by a guitar donated by the band.

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Black Americans' complex response to Harry and Meghan's Netflix series

Many say the series resonated because of their own experiences - but it also raised questions about race.

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Salah Hammouri: Israel deports Palestinian lawyer to France

Israel says Salah Hamouri is a member of a terror group and has planned attacks on the state.

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Ukraine: Russia to deploy musicians to front to boost morale

The new "front-line creative brigade" will consist of volunteer musicians and mobilised recruits.

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Ukraine puts up Christmas 'tree of invincibility'

The tree in Mykolaiv is made from camouflage nets which will be donated to soldiers in the new year.

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Week in pictures: 10 - 16 December 2022

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken in the past seven days.

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Fans fall silent for boys who died in Solihull lake fall

Silences and a vigil will be held for Jack Johnson, brothers Finlay and Samuel Butler and Thomas Stewart.

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Cost of living: Parents ask for Calpol and baby wipes for Christmas

With many families struggling to heat homes or feed children, presents are "on the backburner".

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Elon Musk, Management Guru?

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Peru protests: High-level talks amid deepening crisis

Top politicians and church leaders seek to end deadly protests over the ousting of President Pedro Castillo.

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Energy discount phishing: Robbed of £25,000 in text scam

Victim support groups warn that scams targeting those looking to save money have soared.

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World Cup 2022: 'I've tattooed England players'

Gabriel Maniak's tattoos on Phil Foden, Raheem Sterling and others have been seen by millions.

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Woman's luggage turns up five months after luxury holiday

The 42-year-old from Fife had to buy cheap replacement clothes from a market on the five-star trip.

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Amber weather warning as heavy snow hits central Scotland

Wintry conditions are affecting some of Scotland's main commuter routes as snow hits the central belt.

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Nurses' strikes: Union warns of more action unless pay talks open

The dispute could escalate in the new year with further industrial action, nursing union warns.

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How Antwerp became the cocaine gateway to Europe

Belgian authorities seized so much of the drug in 2022 that they are struggling to destroy it all.

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Italian label maybe but the beer's British brewed

The global brewing giants highlight a brand's nationality but does it matter when they brew it overseas?

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Macclesfield fantasist who claimed Tyson Fury link guilty of rapes

A "violent bully" who said he was related to boxing champion Tyson Fury is convicted of multiple rapes.

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Awaab Ishak: Widespread failings at mould death housing group

A housing group "failed to respect" the family of a two-year-old boy who died after exposure to mould.

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Sexual harassment: Woman gets £90k after bottom slapped at work

The woman, who settled the case, said her employer also accused her of dressing provocatively.

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Prosecutors Say FTX Was Engaged in a ‘Massive, Yearslong Fraud’

By David Yaffe-Bellany, Matthew Goldstein and Emily Flitter from NYT Business https://ift.tt/LiCjV0Q
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English Channel: Suella Braverman and French minister pledge to tackle people-smugglers

The latest tragedy in the Channel underlines the need to work together more closely, ministers say.

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How many migrants cross the English Channel in small boats?

The government has promised to reduce the number of people who use this route to come to the UK.

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Nurses strike: 'I want to join the picket, but I can't'

Some nurses can't join their colleagues on the picket lines for financial or practical reasons.

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Lionel Messi says final will be last World Cup game for Argentina

Argentina forward Lionel Messi says Sunday's final against France or Morocco will be the last World Cup game of his career.

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Trump Organization Was Held in Contempt After Secret Trial Last Year

By Jonah E. Bromwich, William K. Rashbaum and Ben Protess from NYT New York https://ift.tt/z9RLVfa
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Ketamine for alcoholics trial goes to next stage

The £2.4m trial led by the University of Exeter will be available at seven NHS sites around the UK.

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Ferrari: Frederic Vasseur, ex-Alfa Romeo boss, is new team principal

Ferrari name former Alfa Romeo boss Frederic Vasseur as their team principal following Mattia Binotto's departure.

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Manchester United: Harry Maguire can be 'great player for us', says manager Erik ten Hag

Harry Maguire can be a "great player" for Manchester United if he can reproduce his England form with his club, says United manager Erik ten Hag.

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Bruck syndrome: 'Giving birth was the biggest fear of my life’

Hira Ahmad became the first woman in the world with Bruck syndrome to give birth to a baby.

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What Is the Best Winter Coat That Is Not a Puffer?

By Vanessa Friedman from NYT Style https://ift.tt/hAd9qc8
via IFTTT What Is the Best Winter Coat That Is Not a Puffer? A reader is looking for a warm winter coat that does not look like a sleeping bag. Style New York Times December 11, 2022 at 06:00PM

EU corruption scandal: European Parliament offices searched

Belgian police seize about €1m (£859,000) amid allegations that Qatar bribed EU officials.

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Four still missing after flats blast kills five

A search and recovery operation enters its third day after a huge explosion in Jersey.

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Pouring Through a Crisis: How Budweiser Salvaged Its World Cup

By Sarah Lyall from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/yUliMCY
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Can I get a Cold Weather Payment and how much are they?

Cold Weather Payments are available to some if temperatures stay low.

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Zimbabwe power outages hit businesses and families

Zimbabwe is only generating one third of its energy needs, hitting businesses and families hard.

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In ‘White Lotus,’ Beauty and Truth Are All Mixed Up

By Carina Chocano from NYT Magazine https://ift.tt/ly2LPIt
via IFTTT In ‘White Lotus,’ Beauty and Truth Are All Mixed Up This season focuses on the willful delusion of the wealthy — and how easily preyed upon people who evade reality can be. Magazine New York Times December 6, 2022 at 06:00PM

Iran protests: Second execution carried out

Majid Reza Rahnavard is hanged in the city of Mashhad for killing two members of the security forces.

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World Cup viewing figures: 19.4m UK viewers watch England crash out

The most-watched single TV channel moment of 2022 sees England lose 2-1 to France in Qatar.

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Thor: Visiting walrus prompts warning at Calshot beach

The public are advised to stay away so it can regain strength before carrying on its journey.

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Looking for a House in This Tight Market? Consider an Octagon.

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Lockerbie bombing suspect in US custody

The Libyan man is accused of making the bomb which destroyed the Pan Am 103 over Lockerbie.

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Jersey explosion: Search continues after deadly blast

Chief Minister Kristina Moore says "every second counts" in the search supported by UK teams.

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Ukraine war: Odesa and Melitopol under attack

Russian drone attacks leave 1.5 million Ukrainians without power and Kyiv bombards occupied Melitopol.

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Kwasi Kwarteng says he got carried away as chancellor

Kwasi Kwarteng says Liz Truss’s short-lived government was “too impatient” with its economic plans.

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Bangladesh accused of violent crackdown on free speech

Bangladesh denies cracking down on freedom of expression as thousands gather for anti-government protests.

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Jersey explosion: Large part of St Helier closed off

Jersey police are dealing with an incident after reports of an explosion in the Pier Road area.

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UK weather: Snow and ice warnings continue for this weekend

The Met Office has issued yellow warnings for snow and ice this weekend for parts of the UK.

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Recruited for Navy SEALs, Many Sailors Wind Up Scraping Paint

By Dave Philipps from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/akmXKhH
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World Cup 2022: Veteran US sports journalist Grant Wahl dies in Qatar

Grant Wahl, 48, collapses suddenly while watching the Argentina-Netherlands game.

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Labour pledges to fast-track Albania asylum claims

The party says speeding up processing of claims from "safe" countries would help clear the backlog.

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Royal Mail: When are the postal strikes and Christmas post dates?

About 115,000 postal workers are taking part in the dispute with Royal Mail.

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Backstreet Boys Christmas TV show pulled after Nick Carter rape allegation

ABC drops a Christmas TV special after a woman alleges pop singer Nick Carter raped her in 2001.

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Brittney Griner Is Being Taken to an Army Hospital in San Antonio

By Edgar Sandoval from NYT World https://ift.tt/uAfKI7p
via IFTTT Brittney Griner Is Being Taken to an Army Hospital in San Antonio The hospital treats both civilians and military personnel who have survived torture or other trauma. World New York Times December 7, 2022 at 06:00PM

Billie Eilish heads Leeds and Reading line-ups

Sam Fender, Lewis Capaldi and Imagine Dragons will also be topping the bill at the summer festivals.

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Endangered Malayan tapir born in UK zoo

Chester Zoo says the birth of a female calf is an "important moment" for conservation of the species.

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Search for missing fishing boat crew continues

A captain and two crew are missing after a collision with a freight vessel off the Jersey coast.

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Umar Patek: Anger and fear in Australia as Bali bomber freed

Survivors of the 2002 attacks tell the BBC they don't believe Umar Patek has been deradicalised.

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Haverfordwest paddleboarder deaths 'tragic and avoidable'

The leaders of a trip which killed four people did not have the necessary training, a report says.

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Harry and Meghan Netflix: I sacrificed everything to join my wife

The first three episodes of the six-part series titled "Harry & Meghan" are released on Netflix.

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Obituary: Sqn Ldr George 'Johnny' Johnson

The last survivor of the famous Dambusters raid of WW2.

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Peru's President Pedro Castillo replaced by Dina Boluarte after impeachment

Dina Boluarte becomes the country's first female leader after ex-president Pedro Castillo is detained and accused of rebellion.

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Remarkable space blast identified as black hole collision

Scientists describe the minute-long blast as "remarkable".

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Wigan shooting victim doused in both acid and alkaline - police

Murder detectives say Liam Smith's body was found doused in both acid and alkaline substances.

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Spanish train collision outside Barcelona injures scores

Two trains collide near Barcelona on Wednesday morning, leaving at least 155 people injured.

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BrewDog fruity beer ad banned over five-a-day claim

The controversial brewer is told an advert for its fruit beers could mislead consumers.

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Cambridge: 'I nearly bought a stolen house on Zoopla'

Max Holland had an offer accepted but then a detective called to tell him the home was not for sale.

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Ukraine war: US neither encouraged nor enabled Kyiv to strike inside Russia - Blinken

Russian says a third site was attacked by drones on Tuesday, a day after two of its airfields were hit on Monday.

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When High Fashion and QAnon Collide

By Elizabeth Paton, Vanessa Friedman and Jessica Testa from NYT Style https://ift.tt/fqE3ICG
via IFTTT When High Fashion and QAnon Collide Two new Balenciaga campaigns ignited a firestorm that traveled from the internet to Fox News, fueled by allegations that the brand condoned child exploitation. Style New York Times November 27, 2022 at 06:00PM

Indonesia passes criminal code banning sex outside of marriage

The new law is part of an overhauled criminal code that critics say erode political freedom.

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China bids farewell to former leader Jiang Zemin

A grand ceremony was held for the former leader in Beijing's Great Hall of the People.

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Labour promise biggest ever transfer of powers

Sir Keir Starmer says sweeping constitutional change would free up £200m a year and restructure the economy.

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Migrant with diphtheria who died at Manston centre named

Husean Hseb died after arriving on a small boat seven days earlier.

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Harry Potter 50p coin to be last with Queen's portrait

The 50p coin featuring the Hogwarts Express is the second in The Royal Mint's Harry Potter series.

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Elon Musk, Matt Taibbi, and a Very Modern Media Maelstrom

By Michael M. Grynbaum from NYT Business https://ift.tt/PMsGDRn
via IFTTT Elon Musk, Matt Taibbi, and a Very Modern Media Maelstrom A release of internal documents from Twitter set off intense debates in the intersecting worlds of media, politics and tech. Business New York Times December 3, 2022 at 06:00PM

Wingate grave error caused by 'perfect storm' of problems

A family found they had been visiting the wrong grave for their father for 17 years.

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Fraud victims 'devastated' by Revolut's response

The BBC speaks to people who have had difficulty getting refunds from the electronic money firm.

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Haiti: Inside the capital city taken hostage by brutal gangs

Orla Guerin reports from Port-au-Prince, where Haitians live in fear of killings, kidnappings and rape.

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Ngozi Fulani: Dialogue held over Buckingham Palace remarks, BBC told

Ngozi Fulani told the BBC her encounter with Lady Susan Hussey was like an "interrogation".

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Iran to disband morality police amid ongoing protests, says attorney general

The move would mark a concession to protesters but it has not been confirmed by other authorities.

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Trump's call for 'end' of constitution condemned by Democrats

The White House says the former president's comments are "anathema to the soul of our nation".

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Currys has stopped using Royal Mail due to strikes

The electronics retailer has switched to alternative delivery firms for the time being.

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He Returned a Dazed Soldier to the Russians. Ukraine Calls It Treason.

By Jeffrey Gettleman and Finbarr O’Reilly from NYT World https://ift.tt/1naWqMc
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Kate Winslet on why she paid family's £17,000 energy bill

The actress says the plight of a mother who runs life-saving support for her daughter "destroyed me".

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Viking Polaris: Passenger killed after 'rogue wave' hits cruise ship

Four others were injured in the incident on board a cruise ship bound for Antarctica.

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Deal to return Elgin Marbles to Greece at advanced stage - reports

The British Museum is said to have held secret talks with Greece about returning the sculptures.

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Ukraine war: New images show Russian army base built in occupied Mariupol

Russia captured Mariupol earlier this year, and the images suggest it is consolidating its presence.

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Russian businessman arrested in oligarchs investigation

A businessman is arrested on suspicion of money laundering at his multi-million-pound London home.

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Dumping of ‘Green Book’ Actor’s Body Leads to Corpse-Hiding Charge

By Ed Shanahan from NYT New York https://ift.tt/xlB2wR7
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Sacked Tory minister Conor Burns cleared of misconduct

Mr Burns, who was fired over allegations he touched a man's thigh, will be readmitted to Tory party.

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Parents urged to be aware of Strep A symptoms after death of six children

Health officials have issued a rare alert after a rise in cases across the UK and the death of six children.

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Archbishop of Canterbury: Russian invasion must not succeed

The Church of England's most senior cleric is visiting a war-torn city of Ukraine.

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Big Zuu shares his budget cooking secrets

The TV chef and rapper shares his big three tips for making the most of your weekly food shop.

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Christmas dinner cost jumps as chipolata price soars

Research for the BBC shows the cost of Christmas dinner staples has risen to more than £30.

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Glastonbury 2023: Elton John will headline Pyramid Stage in final UK gig

The pop star will headline the Pyramid Stage on Sunday 25 June, as he wraps up his farewell tour.

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Kearne Solanke and Charlie Bartolo deaths: Two teens charged

Two boys are charged with murdering Kearne Solanke and Charlie Bartolo a mile apart in London.

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'5G makes my phone pretty worthless'

Some users are finding the next generation of mobile internet slow and patchy, three years after it launched.

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Fleetwood Mac: Singer-songwriter Christine McVie has died

Christine McVie, who played with Fleetwood Mac and wrote some of their most famous songs, has died.

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Bridgend: Three released on bail after babies bodies found

Two men and a woman were arrested on suspicion of concealing the birth of a child.

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Ros Atkins on... The UK’s home insulation problem

BBC Analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at why millions of UK homes don’t have adequate home insulation – and what the government plans to do about it.

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The people chasing 'never-ending debts' as costs rise

Citizens Advice says homeowners and pensioners are among those increasingly seeking debt advice.

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