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'Could do with a little protection!' Buttler tries out baseball

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Watch as England's T20 captain Jos Buttler tries his hand at baseball with former Philadelphia Phillies second baseman Chase Utley.

New inquests 'advisable' into 15 bar bomb deaths

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Victims' families say new inquests will not be allowed due to the Troubles Legacy Act deadline.

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Boy assaulted in alleged racial hate crime

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Two boys in their early teens have been arrested on suspicion racially-aggravated actual bodily harm.

Italy result 'won't alter Irish approach to Scots'

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Ireland assistant coach John McKee says his side's approach to their game against Scotland will not be altered by the result of Italy's game in Wales.

Life of ceramic artist celebrated with blue plaque

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The artist became one of the best-known pottery designers in the 20th Century.

'Donegal must hatch a new plan to beat old rivals Tyrone'

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Donegal legend Michael Murphy previews the weekend's Ulster Championship semi-finals - Down v Armagh and Donegal v Tyrone.

TikTok's Chinese parent firm says no plans to sell

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The video sharing app faces being banned in the US unless it severs ties with its Chinese parent.

'Britain's Pompei': UK's largest Bronze Age find

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An exhibition showcasing many of its finds is opening in Peterborough, close to where it was found.

Lionesses Toone and Russo have got some big news

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Best friends and England teammates Ella Toone and Alessia Russo are reuniting for a very exciting project.

Chelsea's Bright on 'biggest game of career' against Barca

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Chelsea captain Millie Bright tells BBC Sport it is the "biggest game of our careers" as the Blues prepare to take on Barcelona in the Women's Champions League semi-finals on Saturday.

Australian ex-PM Morrison reveals anxiety struggle

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Scott Morrison says he sought medication while in office to prevent suffering "serious depression".

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LA college cancels grad ceremony amid Gaza protests

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Protests against the Gaza war grip dozens of campuses across America, with hundreds of arrests.

The Papers: Yousaf 'in peril' and 'customised' skin cancer jab

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A tough spot for Scotland's first minister and trials of a cancer vaccine are among the lead stories.

Bears make Williams first pick in NFL Draft

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The Chicago Bears make Caleb Williams the first pick pf the 2024 NFL Draft as a record six quarterbacks go in the first 12 selections.

Scout jamboree disaster blamed on S Korea government

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An independent report says authorities failed to deliver a safe event for thousands of children.

06

Ballet dancers and yawning lions: Africa's top shots

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A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond.

05

Home and Away star arrested after Australian manhunt

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The actor was taken into custody on Thursday after failing to front court on assault charges.

Foreign states targeting UK universities, MI5 warns

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Senior figures from leading institutions are warned of risks to some of their cutting-edge research.

04

Why India's household savings are at a 47-year-low

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Indians, traditionally known as avid savers, are now stashing away less money and borrowing more.

First personalised skin-cancer vaccine starts UK trial

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Steve Young is part of the tests to see if an mRNA jab can stop the deadliest skin cancer returning.

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'A hard day' - Ashley Judd on overturned Weinstein conviction

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The actress tells BBC News survivors feel betrayed after a new trial is ordered for Harvey Weinstein.

Where are the Gaza protests at US universities?

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Protests have erupted across more than two dozen campuses, including New York, Texas and California.

Pet Shop Boys: 'We should call our next tour Farewell'

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The pop group look back on 40 years of chart success, and discuss their 15th album, Nonetheless.

02

Conservation is saving species, global study says

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A first-of-its-kind study shows conservation is worth investing in, researchers say.

Judge accused of bullying and misogyny

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Five women have told the BBC about Judge Philip Lancaster's behaviour at employment tribunal hearings.

Why green steam is a hot issue for business

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Steam is still needed in many industries, but much of it is still made with fossil fuels.

The ex-flight attendant who now leads the airline

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Mitsuko Tottori was named as the first female boss of Japan Airlines in January.

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'With title prize in sight, Man City rarely show any weakness'

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The manner of Manchester City’s demolition of Brighton sounds an ominous note for anyone wishing to wrestle away their crown, writes Phil McNulty.

Can Yousaf survive as Scotland’s first minister?

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The first minister is fighting for his political career and his best chance may be a figure from his party's past.

De Zerbi 'proud' despite heavy Brighton defeat

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Brighton manager Roberto de Zerbi says he is proud of his young players despite their 4-0 Premier League defeat by Manchester City at the Amex.