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Taiwan bans Chinese app RedNote over fraud concerns

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Authorities say alleged fraud on the app has caused millions of dollars in losses.

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Faroe Islands scraps one of Europe's strictest abortion laws

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Politicians in the self-governing Danish territory have voted to overturn legislation which banned abortion in most cases.

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US Supreme Court allows Texas to use redrawn voting maps in midterms

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The electoral map could boost the Republican effort to shore up their majority in the coming 2026 midterm elections.

Man who killed ex-Japan PM Shinzo Abe apologises to his family

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Tetsuya Yamagami said during his trial that he felt '"deeply sorry" towards Abe's widow Akie.

Details of plan to keep pubs open longer for World Cup revealed

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Licensing hours could be extended to 01:00 if a home nation reaches the final stages next summer.

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Top UK scientist says research visa restrictions endanger economy

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Prof Sir Paul Nurse says the UK is "shooting itself in the foot" with its visa system for researchers.

Admiral testified Hegseth did not give 'kill them all' order, US lawmakers say

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The admiral who gave the order for a second strike on an alleged drug boat briefed lawmakers about the incident, as the military confirmed another attack.

Turkey breeder supplying luxury stores investigated over welfare

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Farm workers are suspended over animal welfare and biosecurity concerns at a turkey breeding site.

How a 'fertility gap' is fuelling the rise of one-child families

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The proportion of UK families with one child has grown since the turn of the century - with knock-on effects for society

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The Papers: Russian assets 'deal' plan and 'Joe the GOAT'

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A mixed range of stories feature on Friday's front page - but many picture England cricketer Joe Root after his heroics in the Ashes.

Frustration and anger - why 'huge question marks' hang over Man Utd

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Ruben Amorim declares himself angry and frustrated as his Manchester United side again lose a lead - with consistency continuing to be an issue.

Zhang stuns Zhao & Murphy beats Higgins in decider

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Zhang Anda produces a superb potting display to defeat world champion Zhao Xintong 6-2 as he advances to the last eight at the UK Championship.

Why I'm terrified of motorways even though I've been driving for 20 years

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A woman shares her experience of driving anxiety and a driving coach gives tips to combat this fear.

We would sell books by AI, says Waterstones boss

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James Daunt says booksellers instinctively have "disdain" for AI but it could be sold if clearly labelled.

My husband would still be alive if he'd got Post Office compensation

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The widow and daughter of Jonathan Armstrong tell the BBC about the toll the Horizon scandal took on his health.

'Deep indignation' after Ukraine diver switches to Russia

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The Ukrainian Diving Federation wants diver Sofiia Lyskun to be stripped of all awards after the European champion switched her international allegiance to Russia.

01

Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?

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After every round of Premier League matches this season Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?

Suspect arrested in pipe bomb incident on eve of 2021 Capitol riot

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The bombs were placed the night before the 6 January riots, and were discovered as rioters began to storm the Capitol.

Salah could still go to Saudi - Friday's gossip

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Mohamed Salah could still be heading to the Saudi Pro League, Galatasaray will offer him a huge contract, and Real Madrid will rival Manchester United for a Greek wonderkid.

Priest admitted assaulting boy before being made bishop, leaked report claims

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Convicted sex offender and former bishop Anthony Pierce is accused of sexually abusing another boy.

Thursday, Dec 4

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Scotland football fans prepare for world cup draw

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Three host countries, 16 cities and 48 nations are represented, meaning the draw comes with mouth-watering permutations and possibilities.

Anthony Zurcher: Boat strike briefings help Hegseth - but shipwreck video release may hurt

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Republicans and Democrats agreed he didn't order killing everyone on an alleged drug boat. That's where the consensus ended.

'We lost control' - Amorim rues late West Ham leveller

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Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim bemoans his side's inability to hold on to a lead, after drawing 1-1 with West Ham United.

Old Trafford draw 'another step' forward for West Ham - Nuno

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West Ham manager Nuno Espirito Santo is pleased with his team's work, after the Hammers came from a goal down to draw 1-1 away to Manchester United.

Which countries are boycotting Eurovision and why?

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Which countries are boycotting Eurovision and why?

We'll end children living in B&Bs, government says in child poverty pledge

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The child poverty strategy also includes making childcare more accessible for families on Universal Credit.

Man Utd halted as Magassa gets first West Ham goal

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Watch Premier League highlights as Manchester United are held at home by West Ham, with Soungoutou Magassa scoring his first Hammers goal.

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Alert sent for Nevada earthquake that did not happen

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An erroneous alert warning of a major Nevada earthquake reached as far as California before being withdrawn.

Prominent anti-Hamas militia leader Yasser Abu Shabab killed in Gaza

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His Popular Forces group says Abu Shabab was shot while attempting to resolve a family dispute and not killed by Hamas.

England World Cup subs might stay indoors - Tuchel

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England manager Thomas Tuchel says he may have his substitutes stay in the dressing room during matches at the World Cup next summer because of the risks posed by high temperatures.