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'Untreated trauma led to our soldier son's suicide'

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As a study says veterans need better mental health care, bereaved families share their stories.

05

Japan rates hiked as its inflation wish comes true

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The move marks the first time the country's central bank has raised interest rates for 17 years.

Blinken in Manila as South China Sea tensions rise

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Friction has grown between Manila and Beijing over competing claims in the South China Sea.

04

Nvidia unveils latest artificial intelligence chip

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The firm has benefited from the AI boom, making it the third-most valuable company in the US.

Prince William back to work on homelessness project

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The Prince of Wales will be in Sheffield for the next phase of his project to improve access to housing.

03

The US just announced an asbestos ban. What took so long?

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The move comes decades after dozens of other Western nations took steps to ban the carcinogen.

Evergrande and its founder accused of $78bn fraud

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Former billionaire Hui Ka Yan has been fined and faces being banned from the financial market for life.

Bridgerton's Nicola Coughlan: I hate vanity on screen

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The actress says it was crucial to look "ugly and messy" in her new role in comedy series Big Mood.

Potholes leave nations' roads at 'breaking point'

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A new report says the rate of pothole repairs in England and Wales has reached an eight-year high.

The longest-running TV series ever made

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These TV programmes have absolute staying power

02

Why Gillian Anderson found it scary to play Emily Maitlis

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The actress plays the Newsnight journalist in a new film that recreates her Prince Andrew interview.

Childcare shortage worsens as costs rise – report

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Fewer than a third of councils in all areas have enough spaces for children under two, a charity finds.

New chapter ahead, Reeves promises business

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At a key lecture in the City of London, the shadow chancellor will also vow to reform the Treasury.

How Temu is shaking up the world of online shopping

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Despite controversy China's Temu is becoming a global online shopping force.

Is TikTok really a danger to the West?

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Calls in the US for a ban on TikTok have reignited the global debate about its cyber-security risks.

JD Sports ad attracts motorbike safety complaints

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The retailer has come under fire for an advert showing motorcyclists wearing trainers and doing wheelies.

Energy grid needs £60bn upgrade to hit green target

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New undersea cables and power lines could add up to £30 a year to energy bills, a new plan suggests.

'All snakes and no ladders for black managers'

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Football management for black former players is "pretty much all snakes and no ladders", the Black Footballers Partnership has said.

Stormont minister 'concerned' at PSNI Pride stance

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PSNI officers are no longer allowed to attend Pride events while wearing uniform.

01

The Papers: Kate 'pictured in public' and 'key' Rwanda vote

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A photo of the Princess of Wales in public post-surgery and the latest Rwanda Bill votes feature on the front pages.

Man convicted of ambush shooting in New Mexico

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Aftab Hussein's murder was one of three that caused widespread fear in Albuquerque's Muslim community.

US reports death of senior Hamas military leader

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Details are also released of President Biden's high-stakes call to Israeli leader Benjamin Netanyahu.

Newcastle open to Guimaraes sale - Tuesday's gossip

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Newcastle are open to selling Bruno Guimaraes, Manchester United and Liverpool are among Brahim Diaz's admirers, Everton set a huge fee for Jarrad Branthwaite, plus more.

Monday, Mar 18

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First Minister Mark Drakeford to officially quit

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Wales' first minister will tender his resignation on Tuesday after five years in the job.

The highs and lows of First Minister Mark Drakeford

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Mark Drakeford proved popular with voters in the pandemic, but did the gloss come off?

'Only God can change this place': Haitians see no end to spiralling violence

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Bodies pile up even in the "safest" areas of Port-au-Prince, a capital city reeling from gang warfare.

Ampadu eyes date with destiny and history

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Wales midfielder Ethan Ampadu will become the youngest Wales player to reach 50 caps if he faces Finland in Thursday's Euro 2024 play-off.

Bill introduced to establish football regulator

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The UK government will establish an independent football regulator when the Football Governance Bill is introduced in Parliament on Tuesday.

Putin hails Crimea annexation after claiming election win

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Russia's president addresses thousands in Moscow after official figures suggest he won 87% of the vote.

Rwanda bill amendments overturned in Commons vote

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Labour continues its opposition, flagging how six flights to space cost the same as each deportation.