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World's longest coastal path opens in England

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The King Charles coastal path will allow walkers right of access to the entire coast for the first time.

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'Designer' dog owners report more problem behaviours, vets warn

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The Royal Veterinary College says popular "doodle" dogs do not always behave as expected.

Oil crosses $110 a barrel after gas field strike

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Iran's military warned it would take "decisive action" in response to the strike on its energy infrastructure.

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US civil rights leader Cesar Chavez accused of sexual abuse

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The allegations have prompted the cancellations of events and celebrations planned in his honour later this month.

Analysis: Is government going wobbly on its migration plans?

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Chris Mason asks if the UK government will stick to its big immigration shake-up or water it down.

US aircraft carrier to sail to Crete for repairs after fire on board

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The USS Gerald R Ford has played a significant role in US operations during the war with Iran.

Afghan evacuees in limbo in Qatar camp accuse US of betrayal

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More than 1,100 Afghans evacuated by the US fear their route to promised resettlement is closed for good.

The Papers: Labour migrant plans under scrutiny and Iran gas field targeted

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A number of papers lead on whether the UK government is stalling on its migrant reform plans.

Slot needed a performance - and Liverpool delivered one

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Despite a difficult domestic campaign, Liverpool produce one of their best displays of the season against Galatasaray in the Champions League.

Impact of Iran war expected to bring hold in interest rates

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Before the conflict began, analysts had expected a cut in the Bank rate at this meeting.

UK sets target to boost steel making and cut imports

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Up to half of steel used in Britain should be made there, the government says, as it announces its steel strategy.

India's young are more educated than ever. So why are so many jobless?

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India’s educational enrolment has surged but jobs, especially good ones, are not keeping pace, a new report finds.

Labubu film is official with Paddington director at the helm

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The film will combine live action and computer-generated animation and is in "early development".

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'One of a kind' Messi hits 900 career goals - numbers behind milestone

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After Lionel Messi scored his 900th career goal on Wednesday, BBC Sport looks at the numbers behind the "insane" achievement.

Sadiq Khan says Labour should pledge to rejoin EU

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Downing Street has repeatedly said the government will not rejoin the single market or customs union.

Even when they win it still ends in defeat - Spurs' season summed up

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Tottenham can take encouragement in their battle for Premier League survival despite a Champions League exit, writes Phil McNulty.

Alberta seeks to set limits on use of medically assisted dying

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The Canadian province has proposed legislation that will limit its use solely to end-of-life circumstances.

From hope to humiliation, so what now for Newcastle?

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After a humbling Champions League last-16 defeat by Barcelona, what next for Eddie Howe's Newcastle?

Four English teams out in 24 hours - what just happened and why?

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With just two out of six Premier League teams progressing to the Champions League quarter-finals, what went wrong for the English sides?

Wednesday, Mar 18

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Tudor gets first Tottenham win but Spurs lose tie against Atletico Madrid

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Tottenham beat Atletico Madrid 3-2 in the second leg of their last 16 tie in the Champions League, securing a first win for manager Igor Tudor but it's not enough to win the tie, as Atletico win 7-5 on aggregate to progress to the quarter…

Ecuador gang leader wanted for murder of presidential candidate arrested

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Officials believe the man - known as Lobo Menor - is linked to the killing of Fernando Villavicencio in 2023.

Government increases BBC World Service funding by £33m over three years

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The funding increase is about 8% up on the previous financial year, the government will announce on Thursday.

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Newcastle collapse at Nou Camp as Barcelona score seven

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Newcastle undergo a second-half collapse at the Nou Camp as they lose 7-2 on the night and 8-3 on aggregate to Barcelona in the last 16 of the Champions League.

Two men charged with allegedly spying on London Jewish community for Iran

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Counter Terrorism Policing had been investigating alleged surveillance of locations and individuals linked to London's Jewish community.

Greyhound racing outlawed in Scotland after MSPs back ban

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The sport already faced extinction after the country's last track in Kirkcaldy, Fife, closed last year.

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King praises 'living bridge' with Nigeria at glitzy banquet

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At the state banquet in Windsor Castle, King Charles praises the UK's partnership with Nigeria.

England's World Cup-winning captain Stratford announces pregnancy

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England's World Cup-winning captain Zoe Stratford announces she is pregnant with her first child.

(Another) Labour Leadership Challenge?

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Angela Rayner sparks leadership speculation claiming Labour is “running out of time”.

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Body of 16-year-old girl found after car entered river

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Searches continue for a missing male teenager who remains unaccounted for.

Israel destroys river bridges in southern Lebanon

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The health ministry says that 968 people, including more than 100 children, have been killed since 2 March.