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Police bust cyber gang accused of worldwide fraud
Police took down the international scam on Tuesday and say there could be up to 70,000 UK victims.


Dubai airport chaos as Gulf hit by deadly storms
The world's second-busiest airport warns that "recovery will take some time" after its runway was submerged amid flash floods.


Ukraine warns of WW3 ahead of stalled US aid vote
Denys Shmyhal tells the BBC his country desperately needs the US to approve long-stalled security assistance.


Deadly Africa heat caused by human-induced warming
Extreme heat linked to the deaths of hundreds of people would not have happened without global warming.


Home Office worker arrested for ‘selling’ UK residency
The official allegedly contacted a man and asked for £2,000 to approve his refugee application.


Qatar reassessing its role in Gaza peace talks
The gulf state's PM says it has been exploited and abused after trying to secure a ceasefire.


Stabbed Australian bishop forgives alleged attacker
Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel also appealed for the community to stay calm after the alleged terror attack.


The West says China makes too much. Its workers disagree
Migrants are caught in China's manufacturing battles with the West, as Beijing tries to save its economy.


Prehistoric sea reptile 'twice as long as bus' identified
Scientists say a fossilised jawbone found in Somerset may be from one of the biggest sea creatures ever.


Ballerinas break world record standing 'en pointe'
Ballerinas from around the world gather to break Guinness World record for 'en pointe' dancers.


Passions run high as Lords insist on Rwanda bill changes
Peers continue standoff with MPs over legislation enabling asylum seekers to be sent to east Africa.


'I miss her hugs': Warwick Davis's tribute to wife
The Star Wars actor describes his wife Samantha as his "favourite human" after she dies aged 53.


Boeing whistleblower says he was put through 'hell'
Lawmakers voice concerns over claims that Boeing threatens staff who raise safety concerns.


The Papers: Hopes of rate cuts 'suffer blow' and Dubai deluged
Figures showing persistent UK inflation and Dubai's heaviest rainfall for 75 years lead the papers.


Did cloud seeding cause the Dubai flooding?
Dubai has been hit by record floods, sparking misleading speculation about cloud seeding.


The mega-pastor pushing anti-vaccine conspiracy theories
Pastor Chris Oyakhilome is targeting the new malaria vaccines as African countries start their rollout.


The man who flew over LA using balloons and a garden chair
Larry Walters' flight, using a garden chair and helium balloons, is celebrated in a stage musical.


I thought it was beginner's luck - but I'm a whisky supertaster
Megan Brown usually picks up more flavours than more experienced male counterparts at whisky tastings.


British Asian artists hope for chart show boost
Rising musicians say the dedicated top 40 could help take unknown singers into the mainstream.


Councils to watch in the 2024 local elections
Where might the main political parties make gains and losses in the local elections on 2 May?


Scotland to ditch key climate change target
The Scottish government is to scrap its flagship target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 75% by 2030.


'I’m in pieces' - Israeli hostage's agony over husband held by Hamas
Aviva Siegel tells the BBC of the brutal conditions she, Keith and others faced in Hamas captivity.


New carpets tackled Downing Street flea problem, says Hunt
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says he replaced the No 11 carpets Liz Truss claimed were infested with fleas.


Sweden votes to lower age to change legal gender to 16
Swedes have been able to change their legally recognised gender since 1972 - but this will make it easier.


Israel makes own decisions, Netanyahu says after Cameron talks
The UK foreign secretary tells Israeli leaders not to risk escalating tensions in the Middle East.


Watch: Volcano in Indonesia spews lava and smoke
Hundreds of people have been evacuated as Mount Ruang continues to erupt for the second day.


Police apology over 1986 schoolgirls murder case
Karen Hadaway and Nicola Fellows, both aged nine, were killed in Brighton in 1986.


'Man City's Treble dreams left in tatters by Real'
Manchester City's dreams of winning a second successive Treble were left in tatters by Real Madrid, writes Phil McNulty.


Arsenal need 'support and love' after exit - Arteta
Mikel Arteta says he must show his Arsenal side "support and love" after they were knocked out in the Champions League.


'Inefficiency & luck' costs Rangers in Dundee draw
Rangers suffer a second blow to their Scottish Premiership title hopes within three days as they are held to a goalless draw away to Dundee.


ECB names counties to host women's teams from 2025
The England and Wales Cricket Board announces the eight counties that will host professional women's teams as part of a major restructure of the domestic game from 2025.


Man City knocked out of Champions League by Real Madrid
Holders Manchester City are knocked out of the Champions League by Real Madrid, losing 4-3 on penalties in their quarter-final second leg.


Beever-Jones wants to 'give right people headaches'
Chelsea forward Aggie Beever-Jones says she wants to "give the right people headaches" as she scores her eighth goal of the season in the 3-0 win over Aston Villa.


Paedophiles To Lose Parental Rights
The law change follows a BBC report.


Sir Salman Rushdie: The Interview
Sir Salman Rushdie discusses how he was attacked in 2022 in the US, with Alan Yentob.


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How fast are prices rising in the UK?
The rate at which prices are rising has dropped from record highs, but remains above the 2% target.


How do interest rates affect me?
Bank of England interest rates have an impact on the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people.


How to get a job: Six expert tips for finding work
More than 10m people out of work in the UK, so if you're searching for a job you're not alone. Here are some tips on how to get started.


Five tips when asking for a pay rise
Recruiters, a manager and a workplace psychologist give their advice on how to negotiate for more money.


Man behind Shannon Matthews kidnap plot dies
Michael Donovan was jailed for staging the youngster's kidnap in February 2008.


Home Office worker arrested for ‘selling’ UK residency
The official allegedly contacted a man and asked for £2,000 to approve his refugee application.


Scotland to ditch key climate change target
The Scottish government is to scrap its flagship target of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 75% by 2030.


Give vape-addicted kids nicotine patches – report
Underage vaping should be seen as a dependency issue, not pupil misconduct, say health officials.