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Doctor Who fans knit scarf 'longer than Clifton bridge'

People posted knitted scarves from across the country to add to the project celebrating the Doctor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZgwjxC7

Channel crossings since start of year at record high

The number of migrants crossing the Channel since January 1 is 9,681, according to Home Office data. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Faqpj9Z

Video shows destruction after deadly Texas storms

Shattered windows in high-rise buildings and fallen trees were visible around Houston after severe weather. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3w9bVzU

Super Bowl star criticised for saying women are 'homemakers'

Kansas City Chiefs' Harrison Butker faces backlash for remarks on women and abortion during university speech. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V32kpTi

Video shows moment mum was flung from funfair ride

Three men are prosecuted after Khadra Ali was left with "life-changing" injuries from the incident. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zqrbNIi

David Copperfield accused of sexual misconduct

Lawyers for the illusionist say the allegations are "false and scurrilous". from BBC News https://ift.tt/L5XSVUW

Harry and Meghan's charity back in good standing

US charity authorities say Archewell's registration is in order after a warning notice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s0BonxS

I want to enjoy this week as much as possible - Hayes

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes wants to "enjoy this week as much as possible" as she prepares to bid farewell to the club. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1HQb35C

Eurovision winner explains how they broke trophy

Returning from the contest, Swiss singer Nemo was greeted by hundreds of fans at Zurich Airport. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QOxYWlZ

'So bad' - is this Man Utd team really 'one of the worst ever'?

The stormy weather at Old Trafford on Sunday provided a metaphor for Manchester United's season as they suffered their 14th league defeat of the season at home to Arsenal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VieRU5A

Putin set to replace defence minister Shoigu

Sergei Shoigu, a long-standing ally of the president, has played a key role in Russia's invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ow28TVn

Celtic not 'perfect' but 'in touching distance' of title

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers says his side are in "touching distance" of the title despite their season being far from "perfect". from BBC News https://ift.tt/QupLAl8

Thousands march in Georgia over foreign influence bill

Opponents fear the government's bill will silence critics ahead of parliamentary elections later this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W7ASUYa

England's Gill, 17, breaks 45-year-old 800m record

Hertfordshire 17-year-old Phoebe Gill moves to joint second in this year's women's world 800m rankings by clocking a sensational 1:57.86 in Belfast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iqwh0Za

GB's Neita wins 100m at Doha Diamond League

Britain's Daryll Neita beats American Tamari Davis to claim victory in the women's 100m at the Diamond League meeting in Doha. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6EgpK5v

Brewers fan returns for second home run catch in three days

Watch as a Milwaukee Brewers fan catches a second MLB home run in three days, this time for opposing team Kansas City Royal's Bobby Witt Jr. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QrEpXIt

Leverkusen go 49 unbeaten and make Europa League final

Bayer Leverkusen set a new European unbeaten record of 49 games by securing a late draw with Roma to reach the Europa League final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fvlkqnw

Watch: Prince William plays volleyball on Newquay beach

The Prince of Wales is visiting a beach in Cornwall to meet members of local lifesaving clubs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/81PQqrR

'I thought they hated me' - Lyon on Ashes, Lancashire and Bazball

Nathan Lyon hopes to make a big impression for Lancashire, but the Australia great has unfinished Ashes business too. from BBC News https://ift.tt/08FLpDU

Could Israel & Hamas agree a ceasefire?

Plus, Rachel Reeves says the government is “gaslighting” Britain on economy from BBC News https://ift.tt/xNcJfdq

'My mum Mama Cass didn't choke to death on a ham sandwich'

Ahead of the 50th anniversary of Mama Cass Elliot's death, her daughter's memoir hopes to help people know the truth from BBC News https://ift.tt/gzNZG6d

US soldier arrested in Russia accused of theft

The sergeant, who was held on 2 May, is accused of stealing from a woman, reports the BBC's partner CBS. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ASWuUNf

Watch moment US pastor survives shooting attempt during sermon

Pennsylvania pastor Glenn Germany escaped injury when gunman's firearm failed to discharge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PVLkdT8

We need to normalise death and dying, says carer

Abi Jenkins, who cared for a friend with terminal cancer, said "normalising" death might help people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QfKwJLn

Eurovision hopefuls put on the style in Malmo

The world's biggest song contest reaches its finale on Saturday and contestants have arrived in style. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5KEgGt1

Racist abuse won't put new Derry mayor off job

Lilian Seenoi-Barr says racist abuse has made her more determined to represent Derry and Strabane as mayor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CkZs4cj

Kuenssberg: Are Tories resigned to electoral fate under Sunak?

Tory MPs are in no mood to oust Rishi Sunak despite local results pointing to general election defeat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XhKWwg4

Chris Mason: How Labour's dramatic West Midlands win unfolded

Labour won with just over 1,500 votes more than the Tories in an incredibly close race. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y36p8YQ

How Sadiq Khan won over London for the third time

The Labour candidate clinched a third-successive term as mayor of London - but what next? from BBC News https://ift.tt/hQWeDT0

Spain-Argentina row over drug-use accusation

A row breaks out after Spain's transport minister suggests Argentina's president has taken drugs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OYU0uBk

Two further arrests after burglary shooting death

Derbyshire Police confirmed two further arrests were made in relation to the death of Marcus Smith. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m25U3Zf

Tribute paid to man whose torso was found in woods

Stuart Everett's remains were found at a nature reserve and two men were later charged with his murder. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bx3GwpU

Goldman Sachs removes bankers' bonus limit

Investment bank becomes the first to bring in changes first announced by Kwasi Kwarteng in 2022 from BBC News https://ift.tt/fb9vOCB

Photos of original 1939 Sutton Hoo dig go on show

The images are the original snaps taken by two women who visited the Sutton Hoo site during the dig. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fNysX48

Ex-Met PC jailed for multiple counts of rape

Cliff Mitchell's victims described him as "the devil" and "a pathetic excuse of a man". from BBC News https://ift.tt/vydSjWR

17-year-old boy held on suspicion of attempted murder after school attack

Two adults and a child were injured in the attack at Birley Academy, Sheffield, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sY4QNaO