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Cornell bans all fraternity parties over gang sex assault allegations

The school has faced an uproar over how it handled assault allegations brought by a woman known as Jane Doe....

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Argentina lodges legal claim against UK's Falklands oil exploration

The action filed with an international maritime tribunal is the latest development in an escalating row over the Falkland Islands....

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McIlroy would vote for LIV players' PGA Tour return

Rory McIlroy would vote to have LIV Golf players back on the PGA Tour and says the breakaway circuit is no longer a threat to traditional tours....

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Liverpool's Wirtz problem - does he need to be dropped?

More than a year since his £116m move, Florian Wirtz is still struggling to hit top form at Liverpool - so does he need to be dropped?...

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Pope admitted to hospital for surgery to remove lump on his lung

Pope Leo has said the growth is "contained" and had been found "at a very early stage"....

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How Breaking Bad's RJ Mitte changed the way we see cerebral palsy

The star, who has died at the age of 34, fought for better representation of disabilities on screen....

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Rusty or something more? South Africa's concern after Australia loss

Australia complete 214-run victory over South Africa in Durban. What does heavy defeat mean for the world champions?...

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Is Zelensky right to say data centre strikes have taken down Russian bots?

Experts say there is no evidence that Russian trolls have been affected by Ukraine’s Yandex attacks....

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MI5 chief warns of threats to UK from Russia, Iran and AI

Sir Ken McCallum says more is being done to tackle state threats than since the Cold War - and warns AI could be used to develop drones and potentially bioweapons....

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Man killed in tiger attack at wildlife park named

Yorkshire Wildlife Park remains closed after Saturday's incident....

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Poundland in rescue talks as owners seek buyer

The leadership team is attempting a buyout, but a union has warned the retailer could fall into administration instead....

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BA flight forced to turn back over cracked window

British Airways said the plane landed safely at Gatwick and passengers were due to resume their journey....

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Fortnite-maker Epic Games confirms 'huge pivot' towards using AI

The US firm's boss responds to critics, saying "much of the room wants it to be 2016, but it's not"....

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Raye hits back at ticket touts who 'overwhelmed' sign-up for Albert Hall show

The award-winning singer said there were 1.8 million sign-ups for her 5,000-seat Royal Albert Hall show....

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Bulgarian PM summons Russian ambassador after ship sinks in Black Sea drone attack

Eleven crew members are missing after a merchant ship was sunk overnight, local officials say....

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Two children among four dead after Waterford house fire

A man, a woman and two children are confirmed dead and two other children are critically ill....

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Rwanda to host F1's first race in Africa since 1993

Rwanda signs a 10-year deal with Formula 1 to host races in the African country, starting "in the early 2030s"....

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Cut screen time in classrooms to avoid long-term health issues, government urged

A group of clinicians warns technology use in English schools is driving a rise in health problems like short-sightedness....

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How much did Man City's rule breaking cost your team?

The potential impact of Manchester City's rule breaking runs deep, including missed Champions League qualification, relegation and Premier League prize money....

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Emergency calls from botched Christa Pike execution released to US media

A series of calls, obtained by the Associated Press, reveal emergency services were delayed in reaching Pike....

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Does Norris-Piastri crash show 'papaya rules' failing? - F1 Q&A

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Singapore Grand Prix....

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The star is Luis Enrique - inside the plans to keep PSG at the top

As Luis Enrique bids to guide PSG to a third successive Champions League triumph, Guillem Balague looks at how the coach keeps his side at the top....

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Lewis left out for England's Rugby League World Cup opener

Harry Smith is named alongside captain George Williams in the England half-back roles for their 2026 Rugby League World Cup opening match against Tonga - with Mikey Lewis left out....

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An insurance policy with no guarantee - the complex issue of egg-freezing in sport

BBC Sport examines the potential benefits, risks and unanswered questions facing female athletes about egg-freezing....

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BBC shelves plans for new Archers studio as part of cost-cutting

The drama has been recording in Birmingham for 75 years, making it the world's longest running soap opera....

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Military police prevented from following evidence in SAS murder probe, inquiry hears

Military police investigator tells an inquiry that the probe into suspected murders was "dictated" from above....

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One dead and several hurt after rollercoaster incident at Six Flags

Aerial footage at the park after the incident shows a stuck rollercoaster with riders being helped off....

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UK growth upgraded but energy prices and rates to bite in 2027

The IMF report comes as final preparations are being made to the first Budget under Prime Minister Andy Burham....

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Why the prime minister wants to talk about Brexit again

For the first time since the UK left the EU, we have a prime minister who will "unflinchingly" debate Brexit, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason....

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Hundreds more prisoners to be freed in second phase of early release scheme

Second tranche of prisoners will include those serving up to two and a half years for crimes....

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The Papers: 'Burnham ready to sign new EU deal' and 'Hand of Gord'

Many of today's papers cover the PM's comments on Brexit and the Daily Star writes of an alleged exorcism....

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NHS staff get 'landmark' payout over gas exposure

The settlement follows the largest group legal action brought by midwives in the UK, says union....

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I lost my hair to MS treatment - now my wigs are worn by Naomi Campbell and Serena Williams

Antonia Okonma Shittu's wig business was launched after a shock diagnosis, and she now wants to help other women feel their best....

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Publicly owned rail is popular. But is it making the trains run on time?

Meeting travellers' expectations could be challenging, experts warn....

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Coventry announce themselves back in the big time

Coventry climb out of the relegation zone after ending their 25-year wait for a top-flight goal and victory in front of their own fans....

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Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?

After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?...

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Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies aged 34

The actor, who played the defiant son of drug kingpin Walter White in the drama series, dies aged 34....

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Coventry thrash Newcastle to claim first PL home win in 25 years

Coventry City stun Newcastle United with an emphatic 4-1 victory as they win their first Premier League game at home in 25 years....

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Analysis: Trump's global headaches worsen weeks before crucial elections

US President Donald Trump has had a whirlwind weekend, announcing a diesel deal with Russia and an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. With the midterms coming up, it looks like Trump is turn...

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Saudi minister vows 'serious response' to Houthi attacks on airports

It comes after the armed group hit Riyadh's international airport and another facility, killing 13 people, in a significant escalation....

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Why Moscow is staying tight-lipped on Trump's energy ceasefire

While Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky suggests he would sign up to a ceasefire on energy infrastructure, Russia has said little....

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US actress Selma Blair arrested after allegedly attacking attendants on flight

Blair's publicist told the BBC that she "experienced a medical emergency that led to the alleged conduct"....

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Saracens sack academy player Auvaa after latest incident

Saracens sack Totoa Auvaa, the academy player who was involved in a nightclub incident with England cricketers Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson, after another incident....

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Abramovich's close associate misled UK court in £1bn oil-fields case, documents suggest

Former Chelsea FC director, Eugene Tenenbaum, helped to manage the oligarch’s wealth....

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GB's Richardson withdrawn from World Championships

Matt Richardson is withdrawn from the Great Britain squad for next week's World Track Cycling Championships amid reports he is under investigation for misconduct....

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