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Energy bills predicted to fall from July by nearly £450

Ofgem is poised to announce a cut in its price cap next week, according to an energy consultancy firm. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/DWjhdEI

Starbucks: What a coffee ad reveals about transphobia in India

A viral ad has sparked conversations about how transgender people are treated in India. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fqxj7lP

Arsenal 'must heal' after 'throwing away' title

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says his side have "transformed" the club, but now "must heal" after falling away in the Premier League title race. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ONhIFSe

Suella Braverman speeding course claims prompt inquiry calls

The home secretary tried to arrange a private speed awareness course while she was attorney general. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qzN0a9E

British novelist Martin Amis dies aged 73

The influential author of Money and London Fields was one of the most celebrated writers of his generation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KseF9RS

Manchester City win Premier League for third successive season after Arsenal lose

Manchester City are crowned Premier League champions for a third successive season after title rivals Arsenal lose to Nottingham Forest. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/UPLEFux

Week in pictures: 13-19 May 2023

A selection of striking images from around the world, taken over the past seven days. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/LnXwtvE

Akshata Murty takes colourful step onto world stage

The UK prime minister's wife joins Rishi Sunak in Japan for the G7 summit in her latest appearance at his side. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xVUDSIe

Chantelle Cameron v Katie Taylor: Irish fighter given hero's reception at feverish Dublin weigh-in

Katie Taylor's incident-packed weigh-in before adoring Irish fans features kilts, violinists and a multitude of flags. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Ftiah1u

US PGA Championship 2023: Justin Rose challenges, Michael Block makes headlines

Justin Rose sets the clubhouse target in round two of the US PGA Championship at Oak Hill with the top three in the world among the later starters. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ID40FlP

How West Ham's night of glory turned ugly... in 85 seconds

Players confronted AZ Alkmaar fans in chaotic scenes after the friends and family area was attacked. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/HNEDglu

Critics say £1bn for UK chip industry not enough

One CEO says the government's semiconductor strategy does not address the needs of UK chipmakers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/74d1suW

The Papers: 'Saturday night taken away' and 'BT use more AI'

Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway departure and Rishi Sunak's plans to "tame" AI lead the papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ANZ96Vj

Teachers walk tightropes in face of no trans guidance

Five years on from a government pledge, schools grapple with a subject as divisive as it is sensitive. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/NtR1Yb4

Watch: Elderly couple rescued from rooftop amid deadly Italy floods

The Italian coast guard helicopter rescued two people after catastrophic flooding in the Emilia-Romagna region. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VQqXBib

AZ Alkmaar 0-1 West Ham (agg: 1-3): Hammers reach Europa Conference League final

West Ham reach their first European final since 1976 as they overcome AZ Alkmaar in their Europa Conference League semi-final. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/agz0LUk

Alfie Steele injuries from ‘adult who lost control’

Scratches, cuts and bruises on nine-year-old Alfie Steele not from "classic childhood bumps". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qlEpfBv

Farmers and vets facing mass cull trauma need more help

Farmers and vets traumatised by mass culls do not get enough mental health support, a report finds. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qL7Fyg9

Ageing body scans to aid understanding of why diseases occur

The results could open up new ways to spot, treat and prevent some diseases, including cancer, experts say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oz94OXt

Man City vs Real Madrid: Rate players in Champions League semi-final

Rate the players in the Champions League semi-final second leg between Manchester City and Real Madrid. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oQ4wgcu

Proposed rental reforms to allow pets in properties

Animal shelters say the proposed laws are a "game changer" and will result in fewer pets being surrendered. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9cfuRbD

Titanic revealed in images as never seen before

The first full-sized digital scan of the Titanic, which lies 3,800m down in the Atlantic. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/okx2APg

Prince Harry case told MGN knew about phone hacking

Prince Harry is among the high-profile figures accusing Mirror Group Newspapers of unlawful practices. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5FIJgzk

Biden G7: President to cut short foreign trip for debt ceiling talks

Joe Biden will head home after a G7 meeting in Japan for talks with congressional leaders in the US. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/EM3UKC1

Asante King asks British Museum to return gold to Ghana

Asante King met with the British Museum's director on a recent visit to London. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4BtqVyF

Tory donor case reignites debate on access and influence

The system is back in question after party donor Javad Marandi loses his fight to stay anonymous. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/9OUpT83

Thailand elections: Move Forward looks to make history

A young, progressive party won more seats than any other. Will the senate and courts let them govern? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/4NtuhTv

The Papers: 'Suella's picking timebomb' and 'Drones for Kyiv'

Suella Braverman's speech on immigration and Volodymyr Zelensky's UK visit lead the front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sXYOZ80

Vernon Kay: 'I'm not a young DJ' says new Radio 2 presenter

The BBC Radio 2 presenter reacts to criticism that the BBC are replacing older DJs. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Sp0IvHK

ExxonMobil settles decades-old torture case with Indonesian villagers

The villagers allege torture, sexual assault and beatings by soldiers contracted by the oil company. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Y0Il4KS

Zibo barbecue: Millions bring sudden fame to industrial Chinese city

Previously a sleepy industrial city, Zibo has been at the centre of a post-lockdown social media frenzy. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/EQ5Iuat

The Nigerians lured into a trap and blackmailed for being gay

Criminals are extorting money from men after entrapping them online and then filming them. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/x7dILXT

Steeltown Murders: How a DNA-first caught a serial killer 30 years on

Pioneering scientific analysis found a child murderer and inspired new BBC drama Steeltown Murders. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1oED6nG

The Papers: 'Braverman pushes PM' and 'brothers in arms'

The home secretary's calls for reduced immigration and Rob Burrow's marathon finish make the front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Ds8m9jx

Thailand elections: Opposition parties surge ahead as count continues

Initial results from vote counting show the Pheu Thai and Move Forward parties are set to win. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/MIH9xv2

Watch: Best bits from the Baftas... in 80 seconds

From actors lost for words to stage selfies, this year's TV awards had it all. Catch up now. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/dRykEbS

S Club confirm tour to go on after Paul Cattermole death

But the band members announce on Instagram that Hannah Spearritt will not be joining the anniversary tour. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Rqc1037

Italian Open: Dan Evans loses to Roberto Carballes Baena in marathon encounter

Britain's Dan Evans loses his opening match at the Italian Open - losing to Roberto Carballes Baena in a match lasting nearly four hours - while Carlos Alcaraz secures the world number one spot. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/41ZtpNl

Ukraine Eurovision act's city attacked before performance

Ternopil was hit by Russian missiles before Tvorchi took to the stage in Liverpool, reports say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IqWXmF5

'This is a bad time' - why Southampton were relegated

Southampton captain James Ward-Prowse says "slipping standards" at the club brought about Saints' relegation from the Premier League. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KySUbrx

Paris Saint Germain 5-0 AC Ajaccio: Lionel Messi booed, Thomas Mangani & Achraf Hakimi sent off

Lionel Messi is booed by some Paris St-Germain fans in his first match since being suspended by the club as the Ligue 1 leaders beat Ajaccio 5-0. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/k3pL6K1

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak sees Southampton relegated from Premier League

The PM is a boyhood fan of the club, but his support was not enough to inspire them to beat relegation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ywufg8e

Sudan crisis: Sudanese singer Shaden Gardood killed in crossfire

Shaden Gardood, 37, died one day after Sudan's warring parties signed a deal to protect civilians. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/SfkulCv

In pictures: Waiting is over for Eurovision 2023 fans

The wait is over for Eurovision fans who have made the trip to Liverpool for this year's final. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/0t4voLe

Pakistan shut down the internet - but that didn't stop the protests

Millions were plunged offline after Imran Khan's arrest but the blackout hasn't stopped protests. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WouU2vC

Imran Khan's dramatic arrest saga... in under 90 seconds

Pakistan's former prime minister has faced months of legal troubles and attempts to arrest him. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/kufpGRU

Jordan Neely: What happened in NYC subway chokehold case?

Video shows Daniel Penny with his arms around Jordan Neely's neck for about two minutes and 55 seconds. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xEpwX8d

Jamie Foxx out of hospital and recuperating, daughter says

Corinne Foxx says the Oscar-winning actor is recuperating and even recently played pickleball. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IowVAdx

The Papers: 'We three kings' and 'Phil fights for job'

Phillip Schofield's position at This Morning and a new Coronation picture lead Saturday's papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/g4cUIhi

Woman in coma after Earl's Court royal police escort crash - family

A police motorcycle was escorting the Duchess of Edinburgh when the crash happened, police say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/btYZC9N

Officials advised Braverman against RAF base asylum plan

Civil servants told the home secretary to halt plans to house asylum seekers at the Lincolnshire site. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/jerIP8m

Newspaper headlines: 'Interest rate pain' and 'inflation warning'

The Bank of England's decision to increase rates yet again dominates the front pages on Friday. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5ACwqNE

Eurovision semi-final: Australia break this year's rock 'curse'

The five-piece band, whose singer is an immigration lawyer, are one of 10 acts going to the final. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/3kFviA4

E Jean Carroll: Donald Trump appeals against $5m verdict in sex abuse trial

A jury on Tuesday found Mr Trump liable for the sexual assault and defamation of writer E Jean Carroll from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/QlFX6zj

New York City passes law barring weight discrimination

America's largest city joins a movement to make size a protected trait on par with race and gender. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sTg2leU

Train strikes: Passengers warned of significant disruption

The train drivers' union leader insists Eurovision events in Liverpool were not targeted by strikes. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5qdTXin

Kambo: Australia investigates suspected frog mucus deaths

Authorities believe shamanic rituals played a role in the deaths of Natasha Lechner and Jarrad Antonovich. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/rcnBZQU

Newspaper headlines: Welby 'clashes with ministers' over small boats bill

The Archbishop of Canterbury's criticism of the government's migrant strategy leads many front pages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/zhUkmPX

Plaid Cymru leader Adam Price quits after bullying claims

Adam Price quits as Plaid Cymru leader after report finds misogyny, harassment and bullying in the party. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/KXoYjqN

AC Milan 0-2 Inter Milan: Edin Dzeko scores as Inter beat city rivals in thrilling derby

Inter Milan take a big step towards reaching the Champions League final as they beat city rivals in a thrilling Milan derby at San Siro. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Y7vEVzu

What is Republican congressman George Santos accused of?

The Republican lawmaker from New York faces 13 charges including fraud and theft of public funds. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/GB2NKdn

Steve Rosenberg plays 10 Eurovision hits in two minutes

The BBC's Russia Editor takes a brief break from the day job to indulge his musical passion. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/h06ENBD

'Shocking' lack of evidence on antidepressants for chronic pain

Hundreds of thousands are prescribed medication without enough scientific proof it helps, UK experts say. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/TCDYkLR

Newspaper headlines: Trump ordered to pay sex abuse accuser $5m by jury

Wednesday's paper front pages mainly focus on a damaging court finding against the former US President. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/JHZ9P0N

Finance worker found dead in Spanish holiday villa

Jaime Carsi, from Edinburgh, died after a suspected carbon monoxide leak at a holiday home in Spain. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/ikFPpmw

Baby born from three people's DNA in UK first

Most of the baby's DNA comes from their two parents, with a small percentage from a donor. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/v9QZaNJ

Real Madrid 1-1 Manchester City: Kevin de Bruyne helps City draw Champions League first leg

Kevin de Bruyne's screamer earns Manchester City a Champions League semi-final first-leg draw at Real Madrid to keep their dream of a Treble on track. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/peAOE7m

Tens of thousands celebrate Burnley's Championship title win

The team went in an open-top bus parade through the town to the Claret's Turf Moor ground. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oDbceCd

What are T-levels and what are the grades worth?

Courses are equivalent to three A-levels, and focus on practical rather than academic subjects. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1RjTpvN

Prince Harry’s ghostwriter recounts frenzy around memoir

The ghostwriter of Prince Harry's memoir has written about his experience of finding himself in the spotlight. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/iPfoFuM

Jury hears closing remarks in Donald Trump civil rape case

Writer E Jean Carroll is accusing Donald Trump of assaulting her in the mid-90s, which he denies. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1HRtwyM

Coronation: Anti-royal protesters consider legal action over arrests

Anti-royal group Republic wants a "full inquiry" into the arrests on the morning of the Coronation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/fCb06TP

Allen, Texas mall shooting: How graphic videos spread on Twitter

The footage went viral, often with no warnings. Experts say it's a disturbing failure by moderators. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/nKQ6cbr

MP Joanna Cherry threatens legal action over cancelled show

Joanna Cherry wants The Stand to admit that it acted unlawfully, issue an apology and reinstate the event. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/mi8v3x5

Does David de Gea's 'shocking' mistake raise questions about his Man Utd future?

David de Gea's Manchester United future is under scrutiny once more after his latest mistake against West Ham from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/aAtoDjL

William pays tribute to King Charles and late Queen

The Prince of Wales says Queen Elizabeth II would be a "proud mother" as he praises his father King Charles. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IO8t1yX

Chelsea 7-0 Everton: Champions thump visitors to keep title defence in their own hands

Chelsea ruthlessly expose Everton to keep the defence of their Women's Super League title firmly in their own hands. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/gJMOdr3

West Ham United 1-0 Manchester United: David de Gea blunder hands Hammers win

A howler from David de Gea gifts West Ham victory over Manchester United to boost their chances of Premier League survival. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Y8hcJOz

Teen victim named in Bath murder investigation

A 15-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of murder over the death in Bath remains in police custody. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hl1vGfE

Celtic: 'Outstanding' champions dispel manager Ange Postecoglou's doubts

Manger Ange Postecoglou praises the "absolutely ridiculous standard" his squad set in making it back-to-back Scottish Premiership titles. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/z03nhEU

Newspaper headlines: 'Crowning glory' of 'happy and glorious' Coronation

Sunday's front pages focus on the King's "crowning glory" as the world watches the Coronation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/BYKv3UL

Ukraine war: Evacuation prompts Zaporizhzhia nuclear safety warning

The UN watchdog warns of "the threat of a severe nuclear accident" at the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia plant. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/xZG0y5P

Silvio Berlusconi: Italy ex-PM appears by video after serious illness

The 86-year-old is still in hospital after suffering from a lung infection linked to his leukaemia. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/vY6UhyK

Miami Grand Prix: Sergio Perez on pole after Charles Leclerc crash with Max Verstappen ninth

Red Bull's Sergio Perez takes pole position for the Miami Grand Prix while team-mate and title rival Max Verstappen will start only ninth. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/st7vPek

King Charles: Your essential guide to the rest of the Coronation weekend

A host of events have been planned all over the country for the Coronation weekend. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sNTZDvb

How King Charles' Coronation unfolded... in 90 seconds

How King Charles' Coronation day unfolded from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/viOLcdT

Newspaper headlines: The King's 'day of destiny' finally arrives

The Coronation dominates the papers on Saturday - with the majority of tabloids focusing on the royal event. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Dp3gQws

Local elections 2023: Opponents gain from shrivelling Tory popularity

The Tories suffer from a competitive political landscape, writes BBC political editor Chris Mason. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/BiZqHae

UK counts down to King's historic coronation

People across the UK and beyond are preparing to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bVQYoNp

Coronation: Public wish King Charles luck on walkabout

The monarch is seen laughing and shaking hands with crowds on the Mall a day before his Coronation. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Wkhp6mP

London Tube passengers smash windows to escape smoke-filled carriage

Video shows people smashing windows to try to escape at Clapham Common station. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sTrtKYN

Donald Trump deposition: New York court releases video in civil rape trial

The video shows Donald Trump mistaking his accuser E Jean Carroll for his ex-wife in a photo. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/hxXoudP

Polarised politics are tearing Pakistan apart

Amid unprecedented crisis, Pakistan's leaders are locked in a power struggle. What will happen? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/8qLFxJd

Ukraine shoots down own drone over Kyiv, leaving trail of fire in sky

The drone was Ukrainian and downed by the country's own forces after it reportedly lost control. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/oeslkqi

Ukraine shoots down own drone over central Kyiv

The air force says the drone went out of control and was destroyed to avoid "undesirable circumstances". from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/Vpbv4hT

Donald Trump mistook rape accuser E Jean Carroll for ex-wife, trial told

The ex-president appears to mistake E Jean Carroll for Marla Maples in a deposition played in court. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bRm94xu

Local elections 2023: Polls close across England

The counting of votes is beginning across England after the biggest set of local polls since 2019. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/WEY5KU7

Clarence Thomas under fresh scrutiny over school fees

A report says a relative of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas had tuition paid by a billionaire. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/CVe4XdF

The Papers: 'Ring of steel' around King and 'protest warning'

Security preparations ahead of the Coronation and a warning from the police lead the papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2RDpYN9

Local elections 2023: Polls to open across England

Voters will head to the polls later on Thursday for the biggest round of elections since 2019. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/BVR6eD8

New mums missing out on mental health services, report finds

A report says the NHS is failing to meet targets around services for pregnant women and new mums. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/VMSlo2m

Sudan: Dozens on last UK evacuation flights to leave the country

An operation, which has seen more than 2,300 people rescued, enters its final stages. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/cVizn9a

Bona Mugabe owns Dubai mansion, Zimbabwe court papers allege

Court papers list assets including an $80m Dubai mansion, luxury vehicles and 21 farms. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/1sTzE0J

Fed raises US interest rates to highest in 16 years

The US central bank announces its tenth rate rise, while signalling it may be the last increase for now. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/sDPtW5p

Minnesota senator appears topless while casting vote over Zoom

Republican lawmaker Calvin Bahr casts a vote at a legislative meeting streamed live on YouTube. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/XvPNoe5

S4C: Investigation into channel after bullying allegations

Claims of "bullying and a toxic culture" were made by a union representing staff. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/EsYMRKh

Wrexham: Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney join victory parade

Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney celebrate with Wrexham supporters. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/TPmKFRh

Wrexham: Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney take photos on bus

It has been a night of celebration in Wrexham as the city's football sides celebrate promotions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/5IuUXm7

Food prices jump despite drop in wholesale costs

The body which represents UK supermarkets says the cost of a food shop should ease in the coming months. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/RSeEDsV

Debt ceiling: Janet Yellen warns US could run out of cash by 1 June

The Treasury Secretary has warned of "serious harm" to the economy if it hits the debt ceiling. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/W51EGnh

The Papers: 'NHS leaders despair' and 'civil service crisis'

The impact of NHS strikes and a call for the head of the civil service to resign lead the papers. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/W8mIGdS

Ukraine war: More than 20,000 Russian fighters dead in Bakhmut, US says

Russia has suffered more than 100,000 causalities in the battle for Bakhmut, the White House says. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/qfnHiSE

TV host admonishes man gluing himself to podium

Host Jeremy Seydoux is surprised when a climate activist interrupts a Swiss local election debate. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/IKElF2w

Clean-up begins in tornado-hit Virginia Beach

Damaging tornadoes hit south Florida and the city of Virginia Beach over the weekend. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/bZj25lW