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Watch: A busy campaign day for party leaders

Political party leaders were out and about, campaigning around the country on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/siBaZRt

Israel extends control of Gaza's entire land border

An Egyptian source denies that tunnels used by Hamas still exist on the country's border with Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GZcgpox

Labour suspends MP Russell-Moyle over complaint

The Brighton Kemptown MP says he will be "exonerated" but has been told he can not stand as a Labour candidate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7i9SJBv

A simple guide to the Angela Rayner house row

Labour's deputy leader has been embroiled in a row over her living arrangements before she was an MP. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WcFOmf5

Tens of millions spent ahead of new EU fingerprint travel rules

Ports are spending millions to prepare for a new European Union border IT system amid travel delay warnings. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OjBVaCG

Tories pledge 'Triple Lock Plus' pension allowance

The Conservatives pledge to raise the tax-free pension allowance by at least 2.5% a year if they win the election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8XSwfhm

More than 120 business chiefs sign letter backing Labour

More than 120 bosses endorse Labour's economic plans ahead of the election saying it is “time for a change”. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g7uxpLC

Nicki Minaj apologises for postponed Manchester show

The rapper reschedules her Manchester show following her arrest in the Netherlands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GCsaLIU

Cynthia voted for Nelson Mandela. Now she's abandoning his successors

The ruling ANC party has not delivered the change in South Africa that some had hoped for. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KPnIl9r

British event rider Georgie Campbell dies after fall from horse

British event rider Georgie Campbell dies after falling from her horse at the Bicton International Horse Trials in Devon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cYznPIC

Manchester City celebrate title win with parade

Pep Guardiola's side celebrate a record fourth straight Premier League title with fans in Manchester. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aQ2HhmV

Clive Myrie: ‘Mass shootings undermined my love for the US’

The BBC star also discussed his family, who came to the UK as part of the Windrush generation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/adsb21t

Nicki Minaj freed after arrest at Amsterdam airport

The rapper was due to play a concert at Manchester's Co-op Live venue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jMgR6Sk

Pledges delayed and some early slip-ups: Sunak's first days on the campaign trail

As is often the case in political campaigns, things don’t always stick to the script. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BmMt4Z7

Scotland central to Labour mission for government - Starmer

The Labour leader outlined his vision at a Scottish campaign launch event in Glasgow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/paqXKBw

McCartney roasts Springsteen at Ivor Awards

The star mocks his friend, as he presents him with a prestigious lifetime achievement award. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eDTfU3r

Macron halts reform that sparked island 'insurrection'

He says local leaders should engage in dialogue to find a new deal for the archipelago's future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HlNGcXh

Smoking ban bill set to be shelved due to election

Rishi Sunak's flagship ban on smoking for people born after 2009 runs out of time to pass into law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NKsqcwn

Election poll tracker: How do the parties compare?

How do people say they will vote in the UK general election? Our poll tracker measures the trends. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XEokhgN

Scheffler arrest to be reviewed by Louisville police

Louisville police will investigate if policies were correctly followed in the arrest of world number one Scottie Scheffler at the US PGA Championship. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z91CcWN

Armies of young insurgents are changing the course of a forgotten war

The BBC's Quentin Sommerville spent a month with revolutionary forces at jungle bases and on front lines in Myanmar. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eFpw83X

My feet and hands were amputated after sepsis - MP

Craig Mackinlay was given a 5% chance of survival after being rushed to hospital in September. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xMTHaz5

Pochettino leaves Chelsea after one season

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino leaves the club after one season at Stamford Bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JIQRjPh

Children plot Chelsea Flower Show takeover

This year's event includes junior judges and a "no adults allowed" garden designed by children. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4FzmkNX

Manchester City have put themselves 'in history books'

Midfielder Phil Foden responds to Manchester City's record fourth successive title by saying "we’ve put ourselves in the history books". from BBC News https://ift.tt/qfoXhY7

Norris 'excited' that McLaren can take fight to Verstappen

Lando Norris says he is "excited" about the rest of the Formula 1 season after challenging Max Verstappen hard for victory at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KaIq7dL

The Papers: Archbishop's plea to Starmer and stalking hotline calls soar

A range of stories on Sunday's papers including Labour's plans for NHS staff to work weekends. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ITk0aC4

Huge search for two teenage boys in river

Emergency services are at scene in Ovingham after reports two teenagers had got into difficulty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jGcigkI

Why is this small town mayor accused of being a Chinese spy?

The Philippines investigates a mayor as it faces increasing sea tensions with China. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7e0d4XI

Video shows destruction after deadly Texas storms

Shattered windows in high-rise buildings and fallen trees were visible around Houston after severe weather. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OwNWvni

Algerian man found alive in cellar after 26 years

Officials have arrested a 61-year-old man suspected of keeping him prisoner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jPpoUQI

Video shows moment mum was flung from funfair ride

Three men are prosecuted after Khadra Ali was left with "life-changing" injuries from the incident. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Xt4Nejf

Harry and Meghan's charity back in good standing

US charity authorities say Archewell's registration is in order after a warning notice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tiTCD8o

I want to enjoy this week as much as possible - Hayes

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes wants to "enjoy this week as much as possible" as she prepares to bid farewell to the club. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D1TUQa7

Why has Putin removed key ally as defence minister?

Steve Rosenberg considers possible reasons behind Sergei Shoigu's replacement in the middle of a war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JAxShmE

Dissident filmmaker flees Iran after jail sentence

Mohammad Rasoulof was sentenced over his new film, which is to be premiered at the Cannes festival. from BBC News https://ift.tt/U1OcbFK

'So bad' - is this Man Utd team really 'one of the worst ever'?

The stormy weather at Old Trafford on Sunday provided a metaphor for Manchester United's season as they suffered their 14th league defeat of the season at home to Arsenal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jXIgt7p

Skinner defiant in FA Cup victory as bold choices pay off

Marc Skinner is defiant in victory as he guides Manchester United to their first Women's FA Cup trophy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aunKUSi

Putin set to replace Shoigu as defence minister

Russian President Vladimir Putin set to replace long-standing ally Sergei Shoigu as defence minister - reports from BBC News https://ift.tt/ohNiu5x

Kompany 'not sulking' after Burnley relegation

Burnley manager Vincent Kompany says "tomorrow is day one" in the club's quest to regain their Premier League place after being relegation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cuIZMvw

Thousands march in Georgia over foreign influence bill

Opponents fear the government's bill will silence critics ahead of parliamentary elections later this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9RZi5bE

England's Gill, 17, breaks 45-year-old 800m record

Hertfordshire 17-year-old Phoebe Gill moves to joint second in this year's women's world 800m rankings by clocking a sensational 1:57.86 in Belfast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d9toFex

GB's Neita wins 100m at Doha Diamond League

Britain's Daryll Neita beats American Tamari Davis to claim victory in the women's 100m at the Diamond League meeting in Doha. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X4Afzis

Leverkusen go 49 unbeaten and make Europa League final

Bayer Leverkusen set a new European unbeaten record of 49 games by securing a late draw with Roma to reach the Europa League final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SZeWiDx

Watch: Prince William plays volleyball on Newquay beach

The Prince of Wales is visiting a beach in Cornwall to meet members of local lifesaving clubs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qUAo6M7

'I thought they hated me' - Lyon on Ashes, Lancashire and Bazball

Nathan Lyon hopes to make a big impression for Lancashire, but the Australia great has unfinished Ashes business too. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MA3fhZt

Could Israel & Hamas agree a ceasefire?

Plus, Rachel Reeves says the government is “gaslighting” Britain on economy from BBC News https://ift.tt/6uCFkNq

Rylan and Rob: ‘The tour that helped mend our broken hearts’

After their divorces, the presenters found a life-changing trip helped them move on with their lives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wItOoQ4

US soldier arrested in Russia accused of theft

The sergeant, who was held on 2 May, is accused of stealing from a woman, reports the BBC's partner CBS. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HUX7gAn

Watch moment US pastor survives shooting attempt during sermon

Pennsylvania pastor Glenn Germany escaped injury when gunman's firearm failed to discharge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BVoA9kK

The Papers: Sunak 'told to show vision' and Bernard Hill dies

Monday's papers focus on local election disappointment for the Tories. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gnAsu6d

We need to normalise death and dying, says carer

Abi Jenkins, who cared for a friend with terminal cancer, said "normalising" death might help people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CHbIwXc

Racist abuse won't put new Derry mayor off job

Lilian Seenoi-Barr says racist abuse has made her more determined to represent Derry and Strabane as mayor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PdX1S6u

Kuenssberg: Are Tories resigned to electoral fate under Sunak?

Tory MPs are in no mood to oust Rishi Sunak despite local results pointing to general election defeat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8W2YCXj

How Sadiq Khan won over London for the third time

The Labour candidate clinched a third-successive term as mayor of London - but what next? from BBC News https://ift.tt/wpEVsrn

Spain-Argentina row over drug-use accusation

A row breaks out after Spain's transport minister suggests Argentina's president has taken drugs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7Jv2HNR

Two further arrests after burglary shooting death

Derbyshire Police confirmed two further arrests were made in relation to the death of Marcus Smith. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bMeCiBj

Tribute paid to man whose torso was found in woods

Stuart Everett's remains were found at a nature reserve and two men were later charged with his murder. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0CTUbpN

Photos of original 1939 Sutton Hoo dig go on show

The images are the original snaps taken by two women who visited the Sutton Hoo site during the dig. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w21T4bk

17-year-old boy held on suspicion of attempted murder after school attack

Two women and a child were injured in the attack at Birley Academy, Sheffield, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YCEjfTr

'I'll never forgive nail bomber' - victim's father

Phil Maddock says the pain of his daughter's murder in 1999 still feels as raw today as it did then. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BkVAfdm