Platinum Jubilee: When's the bank holiday to mark the Queen's 70-year reign?

The Platinum Jubilee marks Queen Elizabeth II's 70 year reign, with a four-day bank holiday in June.

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Platinum Jubilee: Children erect Queen tree sculpture

The last of 350 baby trees has been added to a huge sculpture, which will be illuminated next week.

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Millwall unveil plans for new training ground in Kent

Millwall unveil plans for a new 50-acre training ground near Sevenoaks in Kent.

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Rape victims should not be treated as suspects, says data watchdog

The information commissioner says victims are treated as suspects, and wants excessive requests to end.

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Primark executive regrets this autumn's price rises

The finance director for parent company ABF blames rising costs for its decision to hike some prices.

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Students accuse lecturer of sharing Russia war lies

Academics have been criticised for spreading misinformation about the war in Ukraine on social media.

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Elizabeth line: Central section sees one million journeys in five days

More than two million trips have been made across the entire line over the last five days, TfL says.

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Grenfell Tower: The community sewing a quilt to remember those lost

The group are creating the enormous work to remember the 72 people who died in the disaster.

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New calls for buffer zones around UK abortion clinics

Some medical leaders say protest-free areas are the "only way" to protect patients and staff.

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Arsenal's Kim Little joins OL Reign on short-term loan

Midfielder Kim Little joins former club OL Reign on a short-term loan until the start of Arsenal's Women's Super League campaign.

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Drivers warned of Platinum Jubilee traffic delays

The RAC estimates 19.5 million road trips over the break with traffic likely to be worst on Friday.

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Crime victims see delays rise and charges fall - BBC research

Victims say forces let them down - while data show officers take longer to respond to emergencies.

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Platinum Jubilee: Hot air balloons set to soar over London

Dozens of hot air balloons are expected to take off and fill London's skyline on 5 June.

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RideLondon-Essex: Thousands of cyclists take part in charity event

The mass-participation event got halted due to an incident, and tacks were also left on the road.

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North Finchley: Man who was fatally stabbed in street fight named

A post-mortem examination found Nicholas Sutin died from head injuries and a stab wound to the neck.

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Platinum Jubilee: Isle of Wight performers set for royal pageant

More than 270 performers and musicians from the island will head to London for the jubilee parade.

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British Diving Championships: Jack Laugher and Eden Cheng win in Sheffield

Jack Laugher secures his fifth British 3m springboard title as Eden Cheng wins her first in the 10m platform at the British Diving Championships in Sheffield.

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Chelsea sale: Todd Boehly consortium set to complete deal on Monday

Chelsea say a "final and definitive agreement" was entered into on Friday night to sell the club to the consortium led by LA Dodgers co-owner Todd Boehly.

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Elizabeth line overcharging solution sought by Transport for London

Passengers are having to leave Farringdon and touch in on re-entry to get the correct fare.

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Olsi Kuka death: Two charged after man fatally stabbed in flat

Olsi Kuka was found with stab wounds and pronounced dead at the scene.

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EasyJet to cancel more than 200 half-term flights from Gatwick

The airline apologises and Tui also cancels flights - as queues form at the Port of Dover.

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Happy and Glorious: Royal collectables up for auction

Fans with deep pockets can get their hands on Queenly bloomers and Charles and Diana mementoes.

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Roses game ends in dramatic tie - T20 Blast round-up

Yorkshire's Harry Brook makes 72 before being dismissed with the final ball of a gripping game against Lancashire which ends in a tie.

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Antonio Conte: Tottenham head coach to stay on next season

Antonio Conte will remain as Tottenham head coach next season after guiding Spurs to a top-four finish in the Premier League.

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EncroChat murder plot: Two life terms after Cardiff drug dispute

Frankie Sinclair arranged to buy a £3,000 Walther PPK handgun, which he called a "James Bond ting".

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Met Police sergeant charged over Brighton 2021 attack

A serving police officer, Laurence Knight, is accused of raping a woman on a beach.

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Brislington murder probe: Two more arrests

Police have now arrested seven people after violence broke out in Bristol on Tuesday night.

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Russian oligarchs: Inside K-Cell - the UK police unit raiding their homes

The BBC gets exclusive access to the crime-fighting team causing "friction" for sanctioned oligarchs

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Soldiers arrested on drug and money-laundering offences

The soldiers under investigation will not take part in the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, the MoD says.

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London Fire Brigade: New fire training sees Grenfell lessons in action

London Fire Brigade has reformed how it works and its technology after the Grenfell Tower disaster.

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Vitality Blast: Middlesex make county record score in win over Gloucestershire

Middlesex make their highest T20 Blast total of 229-9 in a convincing victory against Gloucestershire.

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Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa: Fulham midfielder joins Napoli on permanent contract

Fulham midfielder Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa joins Italian Serie A side Napoli on a permanent deal.

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London Underground: Investigation into Metropolitan line wheel faults

A special timetable ran on the Metropolitan line for weeks after a problem was identified in April.

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Deborah James: Podcast host visits Chelsea Flower Show to see rose namesake

The podcast host gets a private tour of the Chelsea Flower Show to see the flower named in her honour.

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Moonage Daydream: David Bowie taught me how to live again, says film-maker

Moonage Daydream director Brett Morgen on how David Bowie helped him to recover from a heart attack.

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Sasha Johnson: £20,000 reward offered over black rights campaigner shooting

A case against four men charged over the attack was dropped in February this year.

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Dippy the dinosaur returns to London's Natural History Museum

The diplodocus cast is returning to London on Friday, after a tour of UK museums, until December.

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Partygate: 'Apology is a real slap in the face'

Voters in the Tory stronghold of Bexleyheath give their reaction to the Sue Gray Partygate report.

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Cyclist critical after central London e-scooter crash

The rider of the e-scooter was part of a group who were on Victoria Embankment during the crash.

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Partygate: No 10 braced for Sue Gray's report into lockdown parties

The senior civil servant's report into Downing Street lockdown parties is to be sent to No 10 later.

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French Open: Extra gym work fuelling Emma Raducanu's title bid

Emma Raducanu says she is feeling the benefits of a more rigorous fitness regime as the US Open champion prepares to continue her French Open campaign.

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Tottenham to get £150m boost after Champions League qualification

Tottenham's majority shareholders ENIC Sports Inc announce they will be putting an extra £150m into the club.

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No UK official forced Nazanin to sign confession - minister

Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe says a UK official told her to sign a false confession before she was freed.

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Chelsea: Premier League approves takeover deal from Todd Boehly consortium

The Premier League approves the £4.25bn takeover of Chelsea with the consortium, led by US businessman Todd Boehly, passing its owner's and directors' test.

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Queen's Jubilee: M62 motorway markers added to 2022 heritage list

Six sites around England visited by the Queen during her reign are given protected status.

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Sue Gray finalising report on Downing Street events during lockdown

The civil servant is expected to publish her findings on lockdown breaches in government in the coming days.

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French Open: Emma Raducanu, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic & Iga Swiatek ready to start in Paris

Emma Raducanu says she is "learning to be effective" on clay as she makes the final preparations for her senior debut at the French Open on Monday.

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Fabio Carvalho: Fulham forward to join Liverpool on 1 July

Liverpool sign Fabio Carvalho from Fulham with the forward set to officially join on 1 July.

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Richard Kilty criticises Reece Prescod for forgiving CJ Ujah over failed drugs test

Richard Kilty criticises fellow sprinter Reece Prescod for forgiving CJ Ujah over his failed drugs test that saw Great Britain stripped of an Olympic sprint relay silver medal.

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HSBC suspends banker over 'nut job' climate comments, say reports

The banking giant has reportedly suspended its responsible investing leader Stuart Kirk.

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'Welcome to Luton' stunt panics Gatwick Airport arrivals

YouTuber, Max Fosh, says the "prank" is to put smiles on faces and is sorry for any confusion caused.

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"I was repeatedly ignored" - report finds maternity racism

The charity Birthrights conducted a year-long investigation into "racial injustice" in maternity care.

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Brentford v Leeds United

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Brentford and Leeds United.

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Crystal Palace v Manchester United

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Manchester United.

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Dina Asher-Smith beats Shericka Jackson to win Birmingham Diamond League 100m

Great Britain's Dina Asher-Smith sees off a high-quality field to win her first 100m outing of the season at the Birmingham Diamond League meeting.

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Premiership: Saracens 42-38 Northampton Saints - Sarries earn home semi-final

Saracens secure a home tie in the Premiership semi-finals with a 42-38 win over Northampton at StoneX Stadium.

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County Championship: Ben Stokes in the wickets but Middlesex strike back

Middlesex reduce Durham to 25-3 at the close after Ben Stokes takes 4-72 to restrict them to a 72-run first-innings lead.

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Monkeypox: Doctors concerned over impact on sexual health

Staff at sexual health clinics warn the virus is already stretching the workforce in many places.

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William Heath Robinson: London exhibition celebrates cartoonist

The cartoonist William Heath Robinson became so famous that his name earned a dictionary entry.

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Bermondsey: Tributes paid to family who were fatally stabbed

Three generations of a family were found dead inside a south-east London home last month.

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Wimbledon: ATP & WTA strip ranking points from Grand Slam over ban for Russians and Belarusians

Players will not receive ranking points at Wimbledon following the decision to ban Russian and Belarusian players from the tournament.

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Dina Asher-Smith: British sprinter 'light years' ahead of 2019 form

Britain's Dina Asher-Smith says her form is "light years" ahead of where it was when she won two world medals in 2019.

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County Championship: Durham's Liam Trevaskis misses out on century on rain-hit second day against Middlesex

Durham's Liam Trevaskis misses out on the opportunity of a maiden County Championship hundred on a truncated second day against Middlesex at Lord's.

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ULEZ expansion plans could cover nearly all of London from 2023

Transport for London starts consulting on plans to expand the Ultra Low Emission Zone.

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Street harassment law being blocked, adviser Nimco Ali says

Nimco Ali says her plans for on-the-spot fines for wolf-whistling and other acts received "pushback".

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London Fire Brigade: Inspiring young women to become firefighters

In the male-dominated world of firefighting, Chloe Cassar wants other women to consider it a career.

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Vulnerable adults set for autumn Covid booster jab

Government's vaccine advisers said winter remains the riskiest time for the virus.

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Patrick Vieira: Crystal Palace boss involved in altercation with pitch invader after Everton defeat

Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira is involved in an altercation with a supporter during a pitch invasion following the club's dramatic Premier League defeat at Everton.

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Championship: Ben Stokes falls for 15 on day of Middlesex v Durham

Ben Stokes is one of two victims for Luke Hollman on an entertaining opening day of the game between Middlesex and Durham at Lord's.

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'Stateless' son of Abu Hamza wants UK terror trial

Sufyan Kamal, who lost his UK citizenship after fighting in Syria, says he's been unfairly treated.

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Marble Hill: Henrietta Howard's London villa to reopen

Marble Hill was built for Henrietta Howard in the 1720s but had fallen into disrepair.

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Platinum Jubilee concert: Diana Ross and Queen to perform for the Queen

Diana Ross, Eurovision star Sam Ryder and Queen and Adam Lambert will perform at Buckingham Palace.

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Cost of living: Calls to bring benefit and pension rises forward

Big increases are due next April but charities say soaring prices mean people need the money now.

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Government failed health staff in pandemic - BMA

The doctors' union cites lack of PPE and says medics still suffer the health impacts of the pandemic.

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The professional golfer on a mission to break down barriers in the sport

Professional golfer Nicola Bennett is going into schools to try to make the sport more diverse.

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Charlotte Edwards Cup: Alex Griffiths hits two sixes in final over as Western Storm beat Sunrisers

Alex Griffiths struck two sixes in the final over as Western Storm beat Sunrisers in the Charlotte Edwards Cup at Chelmsford.

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Conservative MP bailed after arrest on suspicion of rape

Met Police confirm an unnamed man has been released on bail until mid-June pending further enquiries.

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Cameron Norrie wins in Lyon and British trio progress in French Open qualifiers

Cameron Norrie continues his French Open preparations with a win in Lyon, while three Britons advance in Roland Garros qualifying.

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Tesco shopper's plea to bring back till staff

Pat McCarthy says there are not enough staffed tills for those who struggle with self-service machines.

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Ealing stab murder: Ania Jedrkowiak named as victim

A second man is arrested on suspicion of murder as another is released without charge.

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Conservative MP arrested on suspicion of rape

The Metropolitan Police confirm a man is in custody over allegations dating back to the 2000s.

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Pret allergy death: Parents aim to make food allergy deaths history

The study has been set up by the family of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse, who died after eating a sandwich.

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PC fired for not investigating woman's murderer

Abuse allegations were made months before her husband poured petrol on her and set her alight.

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Newcastle 2-0 Arsenal: We don't deserve Champions League spot on this display - Granit Xhaka

Arsenal defender Granit Xhaka criticises his team-mates after their performance in Monday's 2-0 defeat at Newcastle, saying "If you're nervous stay at home".

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Premiership Rugby Cup final: London Irish v Worcester Warriors

Team news as London Irish face Worcester Warriors in Tuesday's Premiership Rugby Cup final at the Brentford Community Stadium (19:45 BST).

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Queen's and Eastbourne to keep full ATP ranking points but Wimbledon decision still under review

This summer's tournaments at Queen's and Eastbourne will not be stripped of ATP ranking points over a decision to ban players from Russia and Belarus.

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Andreas Christensen: Chelsea defender withdrew from squad on morning of FA Cup final

Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen declared himself not ready to play on the morning of Saturday's FA Cup final defeat by Liverpool.

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FA Cup winners Chelsea 'will go down in history', says boss Emma Hayes

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes says her team will go down in history after defending their FA Cup crown and completing the domestic Double.

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Newcastle United v Arsenal

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Newcastle United and Arsenal.

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Tottenham: Why Antonio Conte is the key to Spurs keeping Harry Kane - Jermaine Jenas analysis

MOTD2 pundit Jermaine Jenas says Antonio Conte staying on as manager is the key to Tottenham keeping Harry Kane, not a top-four finish this season.

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Laura Robson: Former junior Wimbledon champion & Olympic silver medallist retires

Laura Robson, who won junior Wimbledon at 14 and an Olympic silver medal at 18, confirms her retirement from tennis.

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Grenfell Tower: Memorial garden could be built on site

Survivors and bereaved relatives are being consulted on ideas to honour those who died in the fire.

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Young, Famous & African's Peace Hyde: From teacher to Netflix hitmaker

Meet Peace Hyde, the British-Ghanaian creator of reality TV series Young, Famous & African.

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Chelsea: Police name woman who died with her three dogs

The 41-year-old was walking her three golden retrievers when they were hit by a car, police say.

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Brent Council insists clean-up events are for community

A councillor says the authority is "shirking responsibility" by asking residents to clean streets.

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County Championship: Surrey's Will Jacks takes career-best 4-65 at Kent

Will Jacks' career-best 4-65 helps Surrey enforce the follow-on against Kent at Beckenham.

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County Championship: Steven Mullaney hits 55-ball century for Notts at Lord's

Steven Mullaney hits a 55-ball century for Notts as Middlesex face a huge task to save the game at Lord's.

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Chelsea: Woman and three dogs die after being hit by car

A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving, police say.

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Tottenham: Son Heung-min would take Champions League spot over Golden Boot

Tottenham forward Son Heung-min says he would take qualifying for the Champions League over winning the Golden Boot.

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Bellator London: Logan Storley dominates Michael 'Venom' Page to claim interim welterweight title in London

American Logan Storley grinds out a dominating win over Britain's Michael 'Venom' Page in London to claim the Bellator interim welterweight title.

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Archie Battersbee: Judge backs brain-stem test to determine if boy is dead

Specialists think it is likely he is dead and treatment should stop but his parents dispute this.

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Tottenham 3-0 Arsenal: Spurs increase top-four pressure on Gunners with victory

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says "a beautiful game was destroyed" as his side suffers a damaging blow in their top-four hopes with a north London derby defeat at Tottenham.

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FA Cup final: Ownership drama 'fuels' Chelsea players to perform

Mason Mount and Erin Cuthbert have been speaking ahead of the FA Cup finals for the men and women.

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Queensway development: Paris-style street dining planned

The multibillion-pound project is a "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunity, developers say.

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Deborah James, host of Big C podcast, honoured with damehood

The podcast host, who is receiving end-of-life care for cancer, said she was "blown away" by the honour.

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Hundreds spot 'spectacular' fireball across England

A bright green streak of light is seen over the UK and Somerset is estimated as its endpoint.

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County Championship: Ollie Pope and Ben Foakes dominate for Surrey at Kent

Ollie Pope and Ben Foakes puts Surrey in control on the opening day of their County Championship game at Kent.

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County Championship: Haseeb Hameed makes century for Nottinghamshire at Lord's

Haseeb Hameed's first century of the season helps Notts enjoy the better of day one against Middlesex.

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The long struggle to return Cambodia's looted treasures

The east Asian country claims the V&A and British Museum both hold stolen antiquities.

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Andriy Yarmolenko set to leave West Ham at end of contract in June

Ukraine winger Andriy Yarmolenko is set to leave West Ham when his contract runs out at the end of June.

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Guillem Balague: How Arteta has led Arsenal to brink of Champions League after six-year absence

Arsenal are one win away from qualifying for the Champions League for the first time since 2016 - Guillem Balague explains how they have got to this point.

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The rescue dog that had to be rescued from the Thames

Obi, an orange English Setter jumped in the River Thames and was rescued by an open water swimmer.

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Labour MP Stella Creasy reveals rape threat while at Cambridge University

Stella Creasy says she remains "terrified" of seeing the men who allegedly harassed her in the 1990s.

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Commonwealth Games baton relay route through UK revealed

The Queen's Baton relay will spend 29 days touring England ahead of the Birmingham games.

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Brixton stabbing: Teenager charged with murdering Rommell McKoy

Rommel McKoy was attacked in Hicken Road on 4 April and died from his injuries 16 days later.

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Londoners send ambulances to Ukraine

United Ukrainian Foundation is sending repurposed ambulances to help people in the war-torn country.

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Mayor of London Sadiq Khan blames Trump for sharp rise in abuse

London Mayor Sadiq Khan blames Donald Trump's election for a sharp rise in "explicitly racist" messages.

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Emma Raducanu retires injured against Bianca Andreescu in Italian Open

British number one Emma Raducanu is again hampered by a back injury as she is forced to retire from her Italian Open first-round match.

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Bromley 1-1 Altrincham

Dan Mooney's late leveller sees Altrincham earn a 1-1 draw away at Bromley in the National League.

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Women's FA Cup: Quest to uncover the mysteries of the tournament

A former FA Cup winner is on a mission to record which women's teams have won the tournament.

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World Maths Day Global Challenge: Meet the UK's top Year 3 mathlete

Michelle is the only girl to win gold in the UK's 10 categories of World Maths Day Global Challenge.

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Tottenham Supporters' Trust condemns 'sign on' chants at Liverpool

Tottenham Supporters' Trust condemns chants about poverty and joblessness aimed at Liverpool fans during Saturday's draw at Anfield.

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Women's Super League: How Chelsea overcame injuries, Covid & pressure to win title

Coming from behind on the final day of the season to clinch the title by a point was typical of a Chelsea side who just cannot stop winning trophies.

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Mayor of London Sadiq Khan begins US tour in New York

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan will travel from New York to Los Angeles to "bang the drum for London".

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Masts to be axed from explosive-filled shipwreck in safety bid

The SS Montgomery's explosive cargo has lain on the bed of the Thames Estuary for 77 years.

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Bafta TV Awards 2022: Big Zuu, Jodie Comer and Sean Bean cook up success

The TV chef is among the big winners, with Jodie Comer and Sean Bean scooping the top acting prizes.

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Senior royals to tour UK over Platinum Jubilee weekend

Visits are announced to Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland to mark the Queen's 70-year reign.

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Analysis: What went wrong for the Conservatives in London?

London was run by a Tory mayor just six years ago but councillor numbers have now hit a record low.

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Arsenal v Leeds United

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Arsenal and Leeds United.

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Norwich City v West Ham United

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Norwich City and West Ham United.

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European Challenge Cup: Toulon v London Irish (Sun)

Team news as Toulon host London Irish in Sunday's European Challenge Cup fixture at Stade Mayol (12:30 BST).

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Chelsea Women v Manchester United Women

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's The FA Women's Super League game between Chelsea Women and Manchester United Women.

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West Ham United Women v Arsenal Women

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's The FA Women's Super League game between West Ham United Women and Arsenal Women.

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Shop owners to be forced to rent out empty premises, government says

Ministers call boarded-up premises a "blight" and say councils need stronger powers over landlords.

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Lutfur Rahman: Aspire party takes control of Tower Hamlets

Aspire, set up by re-elected mayor Lutfur Rahman, takes control of the east London borough council.

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County Championship: Cheteshwar Pujara continues superb form for Sussex

Cheteshwar Pujara continues his excellent form for Sussex with a fourth century of the season against Middlesex.

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Arsenal manager Jonas Eidevall and Chelsea boss Emma Hayes' rivalry fuelling WSL title race

As the WSL title race reaches its climax, BBC Sport looks at the rivalry between Arsenal manager Jonas Eidevall and Chelsea boss Emma Hayes.

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Chelsea agree sale terms with LA Dodgers' Todd Boehly

The new owners will pay £4.25bn for the football club, including £2.5bn to be given to charity.

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Lutfur Rahman: Former banned mayor re-elected in Tower Hamlets

Lutfur Rahman was removed from office in 2015 after being found guilty of electoral fraud.

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County Championship: Ollie Robinson takes three wickets on Sussex return

England and Sussex paceman Ollie Robinson takes three wickets on his return from injury against Middlesex

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County Championship: Surrey seam attack cuts through Northants batting line-up

Surrey total 401, with Gus Atkinson making 66 not out, before reducing Northants to 154-8 on day two at the Oval.

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Pinner death: Man charged after fatal stabbing

The victim, aged 37, was found by police with fatal stab wounds on Wednesday morning.

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London election results 2022: Labour wins Wandsworth and Barnet from Conservatives

Labour has won Wandsworth and Barnet councils from the Conservatives in a poor night for the government.

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Election 2022: What are the election results in my area?

Find out who won in the national elections in Northern Ireland and local elections in the rest of the UK.

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Elections 2022: How to follow the results on the BBC

Find out how to keep up to date with live election results on TV, radio, online and social media.

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Elections 2022: How the BBC reports polling day

The BBC is not allowed to report details of campaigning while the polls are open.

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Swastika-carving man jailed for Westfield centre offences

A 54-year-old is sentenced for knife and racial harassment offences after drawing Nazi symbols.

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County Championship: Rory Burns century for Surrey against Northants sends Test reminder

Surrey captain Rory Burns returns to form with 107 as they reach 261-6 on day one of their Championship game against Northants.

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Eintracht Frankfurt: German club travel to West Ham aiming to end long wait for European glory

Eintracht Frankfurt were the first German team to reach the European Cup final. They are on the rise again now but they have endured years of misery.

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Holland Park School rife with exploitation and fear, report finds

Pupils and staff were traumatised by their experiences at the west London school, a report finds.

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London elections 2022: Voters go to polls across the capital

Voters are electing nearly 2,000 councillors in 32 boroughs across the capital.

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London medical students say they cannot live on NHS bursaries

Some students are "forced to choose between eating or passing finals" and others are using food banks.

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Strictly stars: Bafta nominees on huge step for sign language

Strictly stars Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice on their Must-See Moment Bafta nomination.

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Lakeside shopping centre stabbing: Man charged with murder

A man is charged with murder and a woman with assisting an offender.

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St Paul's stabbing victim named by police

Emmanuel Odunlami, 32, was found fatally injured on a street near the famous cathedral on Sunday night.

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Allison Bailey: Barrister labelled transphobic, tribunal hears

Allison Bailey is suing an LGBT charity and her former employer for discrimination over her views.

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Crossrail: Elizabeth line due to open on 24 May

The over-budget project was meant to open in December 2018 but will now begin running on 24 May.

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Arsenal v Tottenham: Gunners not focusing on a potential WSL title, says Eidevall

Jonas Eidevall says Arsenal's only focus is facing Tottenham on Wednesday as the Gunners aim to keep their Women's Super League title hopes alive.

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Baby girl born five days after mum flees Ukraine

Iryna Kapush, who was was nine months pregnant, gave birth just five days after arriving in the UK.

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Election 2022: What are political parties in England hoping for?

BBC political correspondent Chris Mason takes the parties' temperatures ahead of elections in England.

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Civil servant guilty of spiking drink with abortion drug

Civil servant Darren Burke attempted to give his mistress a drink laced with mifepristone.

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Eden Park: Death of blind man hit by train ruled accident

An inquest finds a lack of tactile paving contributed to Cleveland Gervais's death.

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Marco Silva: Fulham boss almost went to club abroad before taking job

Fulham boss Marco Silva reveals he almost joined a club abroad before taking the Craven Cottage job.

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Teenager jailed after driving wrong way through Blackwall Tunnel

An 18-year-old has been sentenced for causing a collision which blocked the tunnel for two hours.

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Bermondsey deaths: We are truly heartbroken, says family

More than £11,000 is raised for funeral costs after four members of a family were found dead in a home.

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Can councils end London's loneliness epidemic?

London is one of the loneliest places in England according to the statistics. What can councils do?

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Runner 'pinching himself' after beating Sir Mo Farah

Winner of the Vitality London 10,000 road race, Ellis Cross, shares what it is like to beat the former Olympic champion.

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Fabio Carvalho: Fulham's Liverpool transfer target says his future is undecided

Fulham forward Fabio Carvalho - a transfer target of Liverpool - says he has not decided on his future after winning the Championship title.

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Covid breach court case criticised by gym owner

Alex Lowndes' gym faced prosecution for opening in lockdown but the case was thrown out of court.

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Dagenham & Redbridge v Torquay United

Live coverage of Monday's National League game between Dagenham & Redbridge and Torquay United.

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'The Down Syndrome Act means so much to me'

Families have been working together to bring about change for people with Down's syndrome.

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Qantas promises direct flights from Sydney to London and New York

Australia's carrier says its new fleet will be capable of direct flights to any city in the world.

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Fourth place in the Premier League is like a trophy for Arsenal and Tottenham - Jonathan Woodgate analysis

MOTD2 pundit Jonathan Woodgate explains why next week's north London derby will feel like a cup final - with the prize a place in next season's Champions League.

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London 10,000: Mo Farah to race for first time since June

Mo Farah says it would not "make any sense" to continue racing if he could compete at the top, as he prepares for the London 10,000.

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Andy Murray 'not supportive' of Wimbledon ban of Russian players but has no 'right answer'

Andy Murray says he is "not supportive" of players from Russia and Belarus being banned from Wimbledon but adds that there is no "right answer" on the issue.

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Tottenham Hotspur v Leicester City

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Leicester City.

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West Ham United v Arsenal

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between West Ham United and Arsenal.

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Premiership: London Irish v Wasps

Team news as London Irish host Wasps in Sunday's Premiership fixture at Brentford (15:00 BST).

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Greenwich stabbing: Man in his 30s dies in hospital

The man, who was in his 30s, died in hospital after the attack in Greenwich High Road.

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Real-life Bridgerton treasures revealed in insurance papers

Some Regency households valued their horse food and liquor enough to insure them.

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County Championship: Gloucestershire's Chris Dent hits double century as Surrey toil.

Gloucestershire batter Chris Dent scores a superb double century and bats all day to frustrate First Division leaders Surrey.

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