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Parents march for help with childcare bills

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Pressure group Melted Parents NI demand "urgent intervention" from Stormont on protest walk in Belfast.

US House set to vote on long-awaited Ukraine aid

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The House of Representatives debates a long-stalled package that could reshape Kyiv's war effort.

Lewis stuns Richardson to win 200m on the line

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Australia's Torrie Lewis holds off world 100m champion Sha-Carri Richardson to win a thrilling 200m at the Diamond League in Xiamen.

Sunak has set us back, says climate watchdog head

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In a BBC interview, Chris Stark says the PM has not made climate change "as much of a priority as his predecessors".

Reigning champion Brecel leads Gilbert at Crucible

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Reigning world champion Luca Brecel makes two centuries to hold a 6-3 lead over David Gilbert after the first session at the Crucible.

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Laugher wins second World Cup bronze in China

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Britain's Jack Laugher wins his second bronze medal at the Diving World Cup in China with third in the 3m springboard.

Hamilton will 'have some fun' from 18th on grid

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Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton says he intends to "have some fun" in Sunday's Chinese Grand Prix after qualifying down in 18th place.

Being Jewish 'never provocative', says Home Office

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It comes after a Met Police officer threatened to arrest an antisemitism charity leader at a protest.

Scottish Greens to vote on SNP power-sharing deal after climate target ditched

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The Scottish Greens have called an EGM after the Scottish government ditched key climate change targets.

US agrees to pull troops out of Niger

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It means the US will lose its primary base where it monitors regional Islamist activity.

Pub dating back to 1500s badly damaged in fire

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The Grade II-listed Burn Bullock pub dates to the 16th Century and is named after a former cricketer.

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Explosion hits Iraq base housing pro-Iranian militia

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The militia blamed an attack, while Iraq's military said it did not detect drones or jets in the area.

Firefighters tackle blaze at waste recycling site

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South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue say 80 tonnes of used mattresses are on fire at the recycling centre.

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Garcia misses weight but Haney bout will go ahead

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Ryan Garcia weighs 3.2lb over the 10st limit for Saturday's light-welterweight contest against compatriot Devin Haney in Brooklyn, New York.

Ulster 'very lucky' in Cardiff win - boss Murphy

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Ulster interim head coach Richie Murphy says his side were "very lucky" to beat Cardiff on Friday night.

Togo passes laws removing president's term limits

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Authorities say the reforms are necessary, but opponents say they will lengthen the president's rule.

Leicester-bound Smith aims to leave Ospreys on a high

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Departing Ospreys prop Nicky Smith believes the season will be unsuccessful unless they make the United Rugby Championship play-offs.

Underdogs Wales 'ready to rip into France'

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Full-back Kayleigh Powell says winless Wales are ready to right their wrongs as they take on France in the Six Nations on Sunday.

Watch: Scottish Cup - will Aberdeen or Celtic strike next in finely-poised tie?

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Watch live BBC One Scotland coverage, listen to Sportsound commentary and follow live text updates as Scottish Cup holders Celtic meet Aberdeen in the semi-finals.

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How Taylor Swift captured modern dating despair

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From exes who wasted our time, to comfort-eating after a breakup. We've all been there and so has Swift.

Three men killed in retail park car crash identified

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The car they were travelling in broke through a fence at a retail park and hit a footbridge.

American Idol singer Mandisa dies aged 47

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Tributes are being paid to the gospel singer who won a Grammy in 2014 for her record Overcomer.

Verstappen on Chinese GP pole as Hamilton only 18th

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Max Verstappen is in imperious form as he takes pole position for the Chinese Grand Prix, leading Sergio Perez to a Red Bull one-two.

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Libby Squire's mum urges parents to discuss violence

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The mother of murdered student is supporting a new educational programme on gender-based violence.

Everything you need to know about the 2024 London Marathon

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Tributes will be paid to Kelvin Kiptum, a world record could be set and famous faces take to the start line - here's everything you need to know about this year's London Marathon.

Iran downplays presumed Israeli attack but vows response to any 'decisive action'

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World leaders have been repeating calls for de-escalation, after a reported Israeli strike on Iran.

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Man who set fire to himself near Trump trial dies

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Maxwell Azzarello doused himself in liquid before throwing conspiracy-theory pamphlets, police said.

Record-chasing Korda one shot off Chevron lead

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Record-chasing Nelly Korda is one shot off the lead after the second round of the Chevron Championship.

Cody Fisher: Killers' sentences considered for review

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The Attorney General's Office says it has received a referral arguing the sentences were too lenient.

All you need to know about 2024 NBA play-offs

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BBC Sport provides a detailed guide to the 2024 NBA play-offs.