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Starmer wants to lift half a million children out of poverty - but does his plan go far enough?

A new long-awaited child poverty strategy is promising to lift half a million children out of poverty by the end of this parliament - but critics have branded it unambitious. 

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SKY NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 01:45:00 +0000

Dozens of delivery drivers to be deported amid crackdown

The UK is deporting 60 delivery riders found to be working illegally after an immigration crackdown.

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SKY NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 01:01:00 +0000

96% of under-16s in Australia use social media. From next week, they will be banned

Australia will introduce one of the world's toughest social media policies for children next week, with a ban that comes into effect on Wednesday.

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SKY NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 02:37:00 +0000

Officials accused of 'failing' to tell Lords about three large-scale illegal waste sites

Environment Agency bosses have been accused of "failing" to tell a cross-party committee of peers about three large-scale illegal waste sites - including one that was recently exposed by Sky News. 

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SKY NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 02:38:00 +0000

Oil prices are down, but petrol prices are clearly not: What's going on - and will it get better?

It's a debate that has raged since the end of the COVID pandemic but, despite regulatory scrutiny, it's fair to say there's been no clear answer to accusations that UK drivers pay over the odds for fuel.

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SKY NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 03:08:00 +0000

Multiple countries withdraw from Eurovision as Israel cleared to take part

Israel will be allowed to compete in next year's Eurovision Song Contest, organisers have said - with several broadcasters saying they will now boycott the event.

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SKY NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 17:45:00 +0000

Putin 'morally responsible' for woman's novichok death in Salisbury

The assassination attempt on a former Russian spy was authorised by Vladimir Putin, who is "morally responsible" for the death of a woman poisoned by the nerve agent used in the attack, a public inquiry has found.

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SKY NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 09:06:00 +0000

Nigel Farage launches tirade at BBC over allegations he was racist at school

Nigel Farage has launched a tirade against the BBC after he was asked about claims he used racist and antisemitic language when he was at school, which he denied. 

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SKY NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 21:43:00 +0000

Army in Derby as 200 homes evacuated and police make explosives arrests

Around 200 homes have been evacuated in Derby after police arrested two men on suspicion of explosives offences.

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SKY NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 15:19:00 +0000

Rats and fleas get blamed for the Black Death - but here's how it could have spread so fast

The rapid spread of the Black Death through medieval Europe could have its origins in a massive volcanic eruption, according to new research.

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SKY NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 15:47:00 +0000

Starmer wants to lift half a million children out of poverty - but does his plan go far enough?

A new long-awaited child poverty strategy is promising to lift half a million children out of poverty by the end of this parliament - but critics have branded it unambitious. 

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SKY NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 01:45:00 +0000

Officials accused of 'failing' to tell Lords about three large-scale illegal waste sites

Environment Agency bosses have been accused of "failing" to tell a cross-party committee of peers about three large-scale illegal waste sites - including one that was recently exposed by Sky News. 

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SKY NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 02:38:00 +0000

Nigel Farage launches tirade at BBC over allegations he was racist at school

Nigel Farage has launched a tirade against the BBC after he was asked about claims he used racist and antisemitic language when he was at school, which he denied. 

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SKY NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 21:43:00 +0000

Dozens of delivery drivers to be deported amid crackdown

The UK is deporting 60 delivery riders found to be working illegally after an immigration crackdown.

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SKY NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 01:01:00 +0000

Putin 'morally responsible' for woman's novichok death in Salisbury

The assassination attempt on a former Russian spy was authorised by Vladimir Putin, who is "morally responsible" for the death of a woman poisoned by the nerve agent used in the attack, a public inquiry has found.

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SKY NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 09:06:00 +0000

Oil prices are down, but petrol prices are clearly not: What's going on - and will it get better?

It's a debate that has raged since the end of the COVID pandemic but, despite regulatory scrutiny, it's fair to say there's been no clear answer to accusations that UK drivers pay over the odds for fuel.

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SKY NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 03:08:00 +0000

Number of flu patients in hospital beds across England rises by more than 50%

The number of flu patients in hospital beds across England is more than 50% higher than the same period in 2024, according to NHS data.

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SKY NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Army in Derby as 200 homes evacuated and police make explosives arrests

Around 200 homes have been evacuated in Derby after police arrested two men on suspicion of explosives offences.

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SKY NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 15:19:00 +0000

How record-breaking Reform UK donor Christopher Harborne made his millions

Who is the man behind the record-breaking multi-million pound donation to Reform UK?

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SKY NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 12:50:00 +0000

Brother-in-law of Scotland's former leader, Humza Yousaf, facing extortion and drug charges

The brother-in-law of Scotland's former first minister Humza Yousaf has gone on trial accused of extortion and dealing class A drugs.

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SKY NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 17:09:00 +0000

BBC News

Netherlands, Spain, Ireland and Slovenia boycott Eurovision after Israel allowed to compete

There had been calls for Israel's exclusion over the war in Gaza, as well as unfair voting accusations.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 19:52:32 GMT

We'll end children living in B&Bs, government says in child poverty pledge

The child poverty strategy also includes making childcare more accessible for families on Universal Credit.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 22:32:47 GMT

How a 'fertility gap' is fuelling the rise of one-child families

The proportion of UK families with one child has grown since the turn of the century - with knock-on effects for society

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BBC NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 01:06:02 GMT

My husband would still be alive if he'd got Post Office compensation

The widow and daughter of Jonathan Armstrong tell the BBC about the toll the Horizon scandal took on his health.

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BBC NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 00:05:01 GMT

Putin says Russia will take Donbas by force or Ukraine's troops will withdraw

The Russian leader's comments come as US and Ukrainian negotiators are due to hold a new round of talks.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 22:20:21 GMT

Turkey breeder supplying luxury stores investigated over welfare

Farm workers are suspended over animal welfare and biosecurity concerns at a turkey breeding site.

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BBC NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 01:19:14 GMT

Top UK scientist says research visa restrictions endanger economy

Prof Sir Paul Nurse says the UK is "shooting itself in the foot" with its visa system for researchers.

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BBC NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 01:20:51 GMT

Anthony Zurcher: Boat strike briefings help Hegseth - but shipwreck video release may hurt

Republicans and Democrats agreed he didn't order killing everyone on an alleged drug boat. That's where the consensus ended.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 22:47:01 GMT

'All Israeli people are with us', parents of last dead hostage in Gaza tell BBC

The body of Ran Gvili, a 24-year-old Israeli police officer, is the last not yet returned by Hamas from Gaza.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 21:17:09 GMT

Have British spies learned lessons from the Skripal poisonings?

Rusia's ability to target a defector with nerve agent is almost certainly diminished but it may pose other threats, the BBC's security correspondent writes.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 19:13:11 GMT

German president compares UK ties post-Brexit to Oasis

Frank-Walter Steinmeier says both sides had decided to not look back in anger while referencing band's reunion.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 20:16:19 GMT

Details of plan to keep pubs open longer for World Cup revealed

Licensing hours could be extended to 01:00 if a home nation reaches the final stages next summer.

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BBC NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 02:09:09 GMT

Why I'm terrified of motorways even though I've been driving for 20 years

A woman shares her experience of driving anxiety and a driving coach gives tips to combat this fear.

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BBC NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 00:19:11 GMT

The Papers: Russian assets 'deal' plan and 'Joe the GOAT'

A mixed range of stories feature on Friday's front page - but many picture England cricketer Joe Root after his heroics in the Ashes.

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BBC NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 00:59:54 GMT

Weekly quiz: Where did shopkeepers find a drunk raccoon?

How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 20:09:49 GMT

The World Cup draw is here - this is how it will work

Pots, quadrants, confederation constraints, group position grids ... the World Cup draw is not going to be straightforward.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 15:33:19 GMT

We would sell books by AI, says Waterstones boss

James Daunt says booksellers instinctively have "disdain" for AI but it could be sold if clearly labelled.

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BBC NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 00:06:28 GMT

What legal experts say about second US strike on Venezuela boat

Several legal experts have told BBC Verify that there was no legal basis for the second strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat by the US military.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 18:45:50 GMT

He’s King of romance, but what’s Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan’s marriage advice?

Shah Rukh Khan and fellow actor Kajol were in London for the unveiling of a new statue of them.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 21:16:35 GMT

'Deep indignation' after Ukraine diver switches to Russia

The Ukrainian Diving Federation wants diver Sofiia Lyskun to be stripped of all awards after the European champion switched her international allegiance to Russia.

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BBC NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 00:01:28 GMT

US Supreme Court allows Texas to use redrawn voting maps in midterms

The electoral map could boost the Republican effort to shore up their majority in the coming 2026 midterm elections.

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BBC NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 02:55:53 GMT

Shooter of Ex-Japan PM Shinzo Abe makes first apology

Tetsuya Yamagami said during his trial that he felt '"deeply sorry" towards Abe's widow Akie.

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BBC NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 02:25:07 GMT

Was Harry referencing Trump in joke for Late Show sketch?

Prince Harry appeared in a sketch with Stephen Colbert, auditioning for a "Christmas prince" film role.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 20:25:20 GMT

Farage accuses BBC of double standards after racism allegations

The Reform UK leader turns fire on the BBC as he faces further questions about allegations of teenage racism.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 17:52:41 GMT

Flu cases at record high for time of year as NHS warns of 'unprecedented' outbreak

An average of 1,700 patients were in hospital in England with flu last week - more than 50% higher than the same period last year, figures show.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 16:22:32 GMT

Volcanic eruption may have triggered Europe's deadly Black Death plague

A volcanic eruption may have set off a chain reaction that led to Europe's deadliest pandemic.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 16:00:51 GMT

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BBC NEWSWed, 30 Apr 2025 14:04:28 GMT

Porn and Masculinity: How to Teach Kids about Sex and Relationships

Musician Jordan Stephens on why we need sex education fit for the digital age.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT

Is Russia Really Ready For War With Europe?

And is the UK really ready to get closer to the EU?

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BBC NEWSWed, 03 Dec 2025 19:13:00 GMT

Frustration and anger - why 'huge question marks' hang over Man Utd

Ruben Amorim declares himself angry and frustrated as his Manchester United side again lose a lead - with consistency continuing to be an issue.

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BBC NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 00:35:11 GMT

'No more Average Joe as Root century seals all-time great status'

Joe Root finally hitting the elusive Test century in Australia proves his status as one of the all-time great batters, says chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 16:08:37 GMT

The World Cup draw is here - this is how it will work

Pots, quadrants, confederation constraints, group position grids ... the World Cup draw is not going to be straightforward.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 15:33:19 GMT

England World Cup subs might stay indoors - Tuchel

England manager Thomas Tuchel says he may have his substitutes stay in the dressing room during matches at the World Cup next summer because of the risks posed by high temperatures.

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BBC NEWSFri, 05 Dec 2025 00:14:17 GMT

Horror movie character? 'I don't waste my time on that' - Verstappen in-depth on title race

Max Verstappen looks forward to the F1 title showdown in Abu Dhabi, acknowledges that he is probably in his rivals' heads and discusses his intense competitiveness.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 16:23:36 GMT

Man Utd halted as Magassa gets first West Ham goal

Watch Premier League highlights as Manchester United are held at home by West Ham, with Soungoutou Magassa scoring his first Hammers goal.

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BBC NEWSThu, 04 Dec 2025 22:30:07 GMT