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Water bills to rise by £86 on average next year

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 14:30
The higher-than-proposed average bill rise in England and Wales comes amid public anger over sewage discharges.

Who are the men convicted in the trial?

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 13:56
Dominique Pelicot has been found guilty of drugging his ex-wife, Gisèle, raping her and inviting dozens of men to abuse her.

'Really, really poor' - SFA referees chief on Rangers v Celtic penalty decision

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 13:46
SFA head of referee operations Willie Collum says VAR made a ''really, really poor'' and "unacceptable" decision not to award Rangers a penalty against Celtic in Sunday's Scottish League Cup final.

'There are no barriers': Blind Strictly winner inspires youngsters

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 13:41
Chris McCausland answers questions from young visually impaired people on Newsround.

Gisèle Pelicot's ex-husband jailed for 20 years in mass rape trial

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 13:37
The convictions bring to an end France's largest ever rape trial, which has shocked the country and world.

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos dines with Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 13:20
The Amazon and Blue Origin founder is one of several tech leaders who has made the trip to Mar-a-Lago.

'I wanted society to see what was happening'

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 13:10
The 72-year-old's ex-husband, Dominique Pelicot, was earlier sentenced to 20 years in prison for aggravated rape.

How much will my water bill rise by?

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 13:04
Regular Ofwat has revealed how much water companies can raise their customers' bills by.

UK's youngest knife killers' sentences increased

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 12:28
The two 13-year old boys killed Shawn Seesahai in Wolverhampton in November last year.

'I never regretted decision to make trial public'

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 12:20
Speaking outside court, Gisèle Pelicot says she never regretted her decision to make her rape trial public.

'I never regretted decision to make trial public'

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 12:20
Speaking outside court, Gisèle Pelicot says she never regretted her decision to make her rape trial public.

Why live sport is a 'magic serum' for TV - but not everyone is winning

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 11:55
While some sports agree improved TV deals, the gap between the 'haves and have nots' seems to be widening, writes Dan Roan.

BBC sees destruction in cyclone-hit Mayotte, where rolling hills are now barren

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 11:55
Thousands are still missing after the cyclone hit the territory, with residents facing shortages of food and water.

BBC sees destruction in cyclone-hit Mayotte, where rolling hills are now barren

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 11:55
Thousands are still missing after the cyclone hit the territory, with residents facing shortages of food and water.

Car loan scandal payouts row - what's it about?

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 11:29
The Supreme Court will make a key decision which could unlock compensation for millions of motorists.

Here's what you need to know about the trial

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 11:09
Judges have delivered verdicts on the defendants in a case that turned a 72-year-old woman into a feminist icon.

Friedkin Group completes Everton takeover

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 10:47
The Friedkin Group completes its takeover of Everton, ending the turbulent tenure of Farhad Moshiri.

Megan Thee Stallion asks for Tory Lanez restraining order

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 10:10
The rapper alleges her jailed attacker continues to harass her from prison via third parties.

Lawson replaces Perez at Red Bull for 2025

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 09:30
New Zealander Liam Lawson will race for Red Bull alongside Max Verstappen following the team's decision to ditch Sergio Perez.

Why Rashford is 'lightning rod for criticism'

Thu, 19/12/2024 - 09:25
BBC Sport columnist Nedum Onuoha explains why Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has always been judged differently to other players.

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