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Madeleine McCann suspect released after serving rape sentence

The convicted sex offender Christian B has been released from prison after a prosecutor failed to find enough evidence to charge him in the Madeleine McCann case.

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SKY NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 08:26:00 +0100

Ex-Arsenal footballer pleads not guilty to rape charges - hours after playing against Spurs

Ex-Arsenal player Thomas Partey has pleaded not guilty to rape and sexual assault charges - hours after returning to north London for a Champions League match with new side Villarreal.

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SKY NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 22:51:00 +0100

How Putin could target critical cables that power the UK

Russia has a "pretty good map" of Britain's crucial network of undersea cables, experts have warned - potentially presenting Vladimir Putin with a "vulnerable soft underbelly" to attack.

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SKY NEWSMon, 15 Sep 2025 11:15:00 +0100

Ben & Jerry's founder quits

The co-founder of Ben & Jerry's ice cream has said he has a "broken heart" after quitting the company amid a row with its UK owner.

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SKY NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 08:07:00 +0100

Hundreds of Machu Picchu tourists stranded

Hundreds of tourists have been left stranded near Peru's ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu after rail services were suspended because protesters blocked the route with rocks.

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SKY NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 09:11:00 +0100

Ricky Hatton's son posts first message since his death

The son of boxing legend Ricky Hatton has opened up about the death of his father, paying tribute in an emotional Instagram post.

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SKY NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 02:27:00 +0100

US tennis star apologises for comments about Chinese food

American tennis player Taylor Townsend has apologised after facing a backlash over comments she made about Chinese food.

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SKY NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 09:34:00 +0100

Charlie Kirk suspect appears in court - as 'I'm sorry' text revealed

Tyler Robinson has appeared in court via video link charged with the murder of right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk.

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SKY NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 15:40:00 +0100

Bob Geldof won't run for Irish presidency - but is glad another famous face has pulled out

Bob Geldof has confirmed he will not be running for the Irish presidency - and says it's partly because he'd "miss London".

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SKY NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 22:10:00 +0100

British medic MPs denied entry into West Bank

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has criticised Israel's "shameful but not surprising" actions after two medically trained MPs were denied entry into the occupied West Bank.

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SKY NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 07:26:00 +0100

Any nation can host a state visit, but none do it quite like this

While the nature of Donald Trump's second state visit is indeed unusual, from the moment Sir Keir Starmer delivered the gold-edged invitation it began a process steeped in tradition.

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SKY NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 10:48:00 +0100

Ex-Arsenal footballer pleads not guilty to rape charges - hours after playing against Spurs

Ex-Arsenal player Thomas Partey has pleaded not guilty to rape and sexual assault charges - hours after returning to north London for a Champions League match with new side Villarreal.

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SKY NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 22:51:00 +0100

British medic MPs denied entry into West Bank

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has criticised Israel's "shameful but not surprising" actions after two medically trained MPs were denied entry into the occupied West Bank.

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SKY NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 07:26:00 +0100

Madeleine McCann suspect released after serving rape sentence

The convicted sex offender Christian B has been released from prison after a prosecutor failed to find enough evidence to charge him in the Madeleine McCann case.

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SKY NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 08:26:00 +0100

Arrests after Trump-Epstein images projected on to Windsor Castle

Giant projections of Donald Trump alongside paedophile Jeffrey Epstein have been beamed on to Windsor Castle by protesters as the US president arrived in the UK for his second state visit.

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SKY NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 06:23:00 +0100

MSPs expected to back flagship justice reform bill which will scrap not proven verdict

The Scottish government's flagship justice reform bill - which includes abolishing the controversial not proven verdict - is expected to be approved by MSPs on Wednesday.

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SKY NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 01:00:00 +0100

How Putin could target critical cables that power the UK

Russia has a "pretty good map" of Britain's crucial network of undersea cables, experts have warned - potentially presenting Vladimir Putin with a "vulnerable soft underbelly" to attack.

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SKY NEWSMon, 15 Sep 2025 11:15:00 +0100

Ricky Hatton's son posts first message since his death

The son of boxing legend Ricky Hatton has opened up about the death of his father, paying tribute in an emotional Instagram post.

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SKY NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 02:27:00 +0100

Boy, 15, stabbed to death named

The family of a 15-year-old boy who died from stab wounds are determined he will not become just "another statistic in the rise of knife crime".

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SKY NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 01:56:00 +0100

Food inflation at 18 month high - and experts predict worse to come

Inflation has remained relatively high, meaning goods are becoming more expensive, particularly the cost of food, official figures show.

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SKY NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 06:10:00 +0100

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America's unofficial party house where Trump spent the night

The ambassador's residence in central London has a colourful history and may be on Trump's itinerary.

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BBC NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 21:06:04 GMT

Food prices continue to surge as inflation remains at 3.8%

While UK inflation held steady in August, the pace of price rises for food surged, increasing cost of living pressures.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 09:58:00 GMT

Charlie Kirk suspect confessed in hidden note to roommate, prosecutors allege

The 22-year-old has been charged with murder and is facing the death penalty if convicted at trial.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 00:48:29 GMT

New £22bn AI deal could rapidly boost UK economy, says Microsoft boss

Boss Satya Nadella said it was the biggest investment the firm had made outside of the US.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 08:03:59 GMT

Madeleine McCann suspect freed from German prison

Christian Brückner has never been charged with any crime in relation to the McCann case.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 08:51:41 GMT

Rescuing my poisoned cat cost £3,000 - here's how to spot fake medicine

Pet owners are being urged to check all medicines carefully before using them.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 00:34:51 GMT

Ex-Arsenal star Thomas Partey denies rape charges

The 32-year-old footballer was in court accused of raping two women and sexually assaulting another.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 09:42:03 GMT

End of the road for manual drivers? More learners opt for automatics in tests

The UK's 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars is said to be driving the trend.

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BBC NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 23:08:09 GMT

Ben & Jerry's co-founder quits over social activism row

His resignation marks the latest development in a dispute with parent company Unilever.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 06:46:28 GMT

Four arrests after Trump and Epstein images projected on Windsor Castle

Police said four people remain in custody after the "stunt," which coincided with the US president's arrival in the UK.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 08:35:56 GMT

What is the President doing on his visit to the UK?

US President Donald Trump and his wife Melania are in the UK for an unprecedented second state visit.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 07:05:53 GMT

Chris Mason: Trump visit puts focus on pageantry after PM's tough fortnight

The government will hope for a reprieve from questions about Peter Mandelson, says the BBC's political editor.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 04:48:34 GMT

'Completely different, yet genuinely get on' - watch BBC correspondents on Starmer and Trump

The BBC's Political Editor Chris Mason and North America Editor Sarah Smith discuss what's at stake for both sides during the trip.

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BBC NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 16:27:49 GMT

'I created a successful business thanks to a disability grant - but cuts will sink it'

Many disabled workers face the threat of losing their jobs or businesses because of long waits for government grants.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 04:01:19 GMT

US officers tied us up and pointed guns at us, South Korean engineers tell BBC

Korean workers who were detained in the US say they were treated like criminals and are still in shock.

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BBC NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 22:10:59 GMT

Politicians get rich while we suffer - so I helped bring down our government in 48 hours

Gen Z protesters in Nepal tell the BBC of their pride and heartbreak after last week's momentous protests.

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BBC NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 22:11:38 GMT

Read the text messages between Charlie Kirk accused and roommate

"You're joking, right????" the roommate responds in one message after the alleged gunman tells him he did it, according to court documents.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 00:44:45 GMT

Why the US is expected to cut interest rates

The Federal Reserve is expected to make its first cut to interest rates since 2024.

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BBC NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 23:04:01 GMT

Syria's worst drought in decades pushes millions to the brink

The drought has slashed wheat harvests by 40% in a country where nearly 90% of the population already lives in poverty.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 01:44:40 GMT

'It took 20 years but I brought my rapist to justice'

Dan Cooper describes how serving on a jury prompted him to re-report the attack he suffered in 2004.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 01:22:56 GMT

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 05:18:36 GMT

Landlords 'scared' and selling up before renters' rights bill becomes law

Patricia Ogunfeibo sells one of her properties in south-east London, saying landlords are "scared".

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 01:05:46 GMT

Labour deputy hopeful Powell attacks welfare 'errors'

Lucy Powell also hits back at claims she is running to be deputy leader as a "proxy" for Andy Burnham.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 05:00:21 GMT

Eritrean man wins block on removal to France under 'one in, one out' deal

Some migrants who arrived in the UK by small boat had been told they would be put on flights to France as early as Tuesday.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 08:39:56 GMT

UK hopes for 0% tariff on steel exports to US dashed

An agreement to reduce tariffs on UK steel to zero in short order was welcomed with some fanfare in July.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 07:18:41 GMT

Parents fight for justice over couple's toxic limoncello deaths

Greta Otteson and Arno Quinton died on Boxing Day last year after they were poisoned by methanol.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 08:39:53 GMT

'Forgotten' royal castle uncovered on Scottish island

Archaeologists say the fortress was owned by ancestors of Scotland's medieval Lord of the Isles.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 06:08:22 GMT

US tennis star sorry for 'offensive' comments on Chinese food

She described the turtle and frog dishes as "crazy" and "wild", causing a social media storm.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 06:53:25 GMT

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

Israel Committing Genocide in Gaza Says UN Commission

Israel rejects UN Commission finding that it is committing genocide in Gaza.

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BBC NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 18:26:00 GMT

Americanswers…on 5 Live! Who is Tyler Robinson, Charlie Kirk’s suspected killer?

Plus, behind the scenes of Trump’s last state visit and what might happen this week?

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BBC NEWSMon, 15 Sep 2025 18:40:00 GMT

Mourinho close to succeeding Lage at Benfica

Jose Mourinho is close to a return to management with Benfica, replacing Bruno Lage who was sacked after the Champions League defeat against Qarabag.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 06:57:47 GMT

Hatton was excited for the future, say family

Former world champion Ricky Hatton was "not alone in life" before his death at the age of 46, say his family.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 09:45:35 GMT

Ex-Arsenal midfielder Partey denies rape charges

The 32-year-old footballer was in court accused of raping two women and sexually assaulting another.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 09:42:03 GMT

An Arsenal win made from the bench - and inspired by rugby union

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal's "finishers" could be "more important" than their starting line-up - a concept taken from rugby union.

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BBC NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 20:39:46 GMT

'Clean sheet mentality' - pragmatism proving key for Tottenham

Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall says the team now has a "clean sheet mentality" as focus switches from swashbuckling football to pragmatism.

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BBC NEWSTue, 16 Sep 2025 22:35:25 GMT

Luiz on 'new challenge' at Pafos & 2012 Champions League win

Ex-Chelsea defender David Luiz explains why he joined Pafos in Cyprus and looks ahead to their Champions League challenge this season.

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BBC NEWSWed, 17 Sep 2025 07:54:12 GMT