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• French Open 2016: Play abandoned due to rain on day nine!

  30-05-2016 13:50
  
  Live updates from day nine of the French OpenEmail [email protected] or tweet @DanielHarrisDjokovic appears on course for place in the finalShelby Rogers stars as US tennis ponders post-Williams world 12.50pm BSTSustenance courtesy of Mary Legg.12.27pm BSTThere can be surer way of ushering in some sunshine than enjoying some Guga. Continue reading...
  
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• Burnham tells cabinet to tackle living costs at first meeting

  21-07-2026 19:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The new prime minister chaired his first cabinet after announcing a cut to VAT on household electricity.
  
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• Sackings, cabinet surprises and policies: Burnham's first 24 hours as PM

  21-07-2026 19:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The new prime minister enters Number 10 in a flurry of activity - but he is still facing calls for a snap election.
  
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• Union plans rail strikes over train safety concerns

  21-07-2026 18:58 via bbc.co.uk
  
  RMT says it has been in dispute with the rail operator since April, following the rollout of the 810 fleet.
  
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• B&M fined £2m over mice infestations

  21-07-2026 18:55 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Mouse droppings and gnawed food are found after inspections at three stores in Birmingham.
  
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• Three reasons why UK electricity prices are so high

  21-07-2026 18:11 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The government has announced it will cut VAT on domestic electricity to zero but Britons still pay more for power than many other European nations.
  
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• London-based civil servants offered move to No 10 North in Manchester

  21-07-2026 18:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  London-based civil servants willing to move north have been told they will be offered relocation packages, the BBC understands.
  
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• Boy, 15, accused of sex attacks on eight girls

  21-07-2026 17:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The teenager will next appear before a court in August.
  
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• Ann Widdecombe was hit on head 21 times with hammer, prosecutors say

  21-07-2026 17:35 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Joshua Kerry, 28, attacked Widdecombe while she was eating lunch at her home in Devon before stealing her wallet, prosecutors say.
  
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• 'Significant hot spots' remain at Cairngorms wildfire

  21-07-2026 16:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The blaze has burned across 10 square kilometres of land in the Cairngorms over the last week.
  
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• Teenagers jailed for murdering 16-year-old in beach knife attack

  21-07-2026 16:42 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Kayden Moy was fatally wounded during a confrontation on Irvine Beach in North Ayrshire in May 2025.
  
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• Laos methanol poisoning charges 'slap in face' for families

  21-07-2026 16:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The brother of a Briton who died after drinking tainted shots says it's "ridiculous" no-one has faced justice.
  
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• Family of woman who lay dead in crash for days confronts mechanic who falsified MOT

  21-07-2026 16:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Police swoop in after row erupts between Neil Lewis and family of Darcy Ross in Cardiff.
  
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• Man admits killing pensioner who died after being punched

  21-07-2026 16:05 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Anthony 'Tony' Miskimmon, 74, passed away in hospital in November 2024, days after he was knocked unconscious.
  
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• Tributes to Kevin Keegan 'will never be enough'

  21-07-2026 16:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  As a former player and manager, Kevin Keegan is still a legend, Newcastle fans say.
  
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• Met investigating fatal balcony fall, coroner told

  21-07-2026 15:53 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Joshua Robbins fell to his death after balcony railings gave way as he checked on a pizza delivery.
  
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• Parts of the UK move closer to drought

  21-07-2026 15:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Eight areas across England are now in prolonged dry weather – the stage before drought.
  
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• Thames Water announces hosepipe ban for 10 million

  21-07-2026 14:45 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The water company said the three heatwaves contributed to the ban.
  
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• UK borrows less than expected in June but public finances remain a challenge

  21-07-2026 14:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Public finances for last month were better than expected but the UK is carrying major debt.
  
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• Thames Water lenders offer 'golden share' to head off nationalisation

  21-07-2026 12:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The water supplier's lenders are trying to prevent the company from being taken over by the Burnham government
  
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• 'Treasured' teen died after cardiac arrest at festival

  21-07-2026 11:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Lucy Ellen Halpin died at Tonnau festival near Llanfaethlu on Anglesey.
  
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• Ann Widdecombe shock cause of death update issued at inquest

  21-07-2026 11:34 via express.co.uk
  A suspect has been charged following her death.
  
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• Heinz sales slump by £18m - there's 1 surprising reason

  21-07-2026 11:33 via express.co.uk
  The retailer known for its sauces and tinned goods is feeling the cost-of-living squeeze.
  
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• UK energy producer plunges into liquidation - in business for 8 years

  21-07-2026 11:08 via express.co.uk
  A UK energy producer has entered liquidation, with official records saying it was incorporated back in 2018.
  
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• 3 UK chocolate firms plunge into administration in 2026 – full list

  21-07-2026 10:57 via express.co.uk
  A premium chocolate firm has issued a statement on the challenges facing the industry after three other firms plunged into administration.
  
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• Rotherham hotel rioter who died in prison ‘acted strangely' inquest hears

  21-07-2026 10:48 via express.co.uk
  Mr Lynch would not provide his surname to officers and replied to every question by stating he was "Peter, living man, son of Michael and Lily".
  
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• Does Scotland have the 'game changer' helicopters it needs to fight wildfires?

  21-07-2026 10:39 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A devastating wildfire burning in the Cairngorms has entered its seventh day, as helicopters battle to help stop the spread of the flames.
  
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• World’s biggest lottery game launches in the UK – £1bn prize

  21-07-2026 10:37 via express.co.uk
  Tickets are now available with the inaugural draw set to take place on Thursday .
  
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• Trio charged with 46 offences after major child grooming and rape investigation

  21-07-2026 10:27 via express.co.uk
  A Greater Manchester Police spokesperson said officers are working with trauma-informed support services to safeguard and support all those affected.
  
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• Bearded migrant who snuck into the UK in back of a lorry ruled a child in court

  21-07-2026 10:24 via express.co.uk
  Border officials said the Eritrean national had five o'clock shadow and eye wrinkles
  
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