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* Russia sends navy ships to guard oil tanker being pursued by US forces
[0 hours old]: US officials say that American forces plan to seize the Russian-flagged ship accused of breaking sanctions.
- The Papers: 'Boots on the ground' and 'one for the road'
[4 hours old]: Plans for British troops in Ukraine and a tightening of drink-driving laws lead Wednesday's papers.
- Drivers over 70 to face eye tests every three years
[11 hours old]: The move is part of the government's new road safety strategy, which plans to reform driving laws in Britain.
. The French university where spies go for training
[52 hours old]: Sciences Po Saint-Germain near Paris trains current French secret agents and potential new recruits.
and in other news ...
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US discussing options to acquire Greenland, including use of military, White House says [1 hours old]: It came as European allies rallied behind Denmark, which is pushing back against Trump's ambitions for the Arctic island.
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UK and France to send troops to Ukraine if peace deal agreed [6 hours old]: The announcement was made by UK PM Sir Keir Starmer after a meeting of Ukraine's allies in Paris.
* Chris Mason: Greenland and Ukraine point to Trump's head-spinning unpredictability [0 hours old]: This week has seen two case studies in how Europe is trying to bind the US into its future, writes the BBC's political editor.
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More snow and ice across nearly all of UK as cold snap continues [4 hours old]: The Met Office warns about potential injuries from slips and falls as icy conditions continue.
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Learner drivers face longer wait for tests as lower drink-drive limit proposed [4 hours old]: A minimum learning period of up to six months could be introduced for learner drivers
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The painful questions for Nato and the EU as Trump threatens Greenland [4 hours old]: The White House has said that 'utilising the US military is always an option at the commander-in-chief's disposal'
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Assisted dying campaigners request extra time for peers to scrutinise bill [5 hours old]: Concern is growing among supporters the bill won't pass parliamentary hurdles in the allotted days.
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BBC looks into the relationship between Cuba and Venezuela [8 hours old]: The BBC's Cuba correspondent, Will Grant, explains what's the nature of the relationship between Venezuela and Cuba.
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Police told wrong family teen had died in crash [11 hours old]: South Yorkshire Police says it mixed up the identities of the teen with another male in the car.
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Lego unveils tech-filled Smart Bricks - to play experts' unease [12 hours old]: Lego says its new tech-enabled products are its "most revolutionary innovation" since it launched its mini-figurines in 1978.
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Elon Musk's X should deal with 'appalling' Grok AI deepfakes, government demands [11 hours old]: Grok is being used to digitally remove women's clothing - something victims describe as "dehumanising".
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Trump's Venezuela raid has created chaos - and that is a risk for China [5 hours old]: The US's seizure of Nicolás Maduro carries uncertainty for China, which is is no fan of chaos.
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Opposition leader Machado says she should be in charge of Venezuela [1 hours old]: President Trump has publicly dismissed the Nobel winner Machado saying she doesn't have local support and respect.
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Trump says Venezuela will be 'turning over' up to 50m barrels of oil to US [4 hours old]: Earlier the president said US oil firms could be "up and running" in the country within 18 months.
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Venezuelan security forces detain journalists from foreign news organisations [15 hours old]: Venezuelans describe their fear of speaking out as 14 media workers are detained and police check people's social media.
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Trump supporters across US react to Venezuela operation [13 hours old]: Trump supporters react after US forces seized Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro with some welcoming the move and others expressing caution about what it means going forward.
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I want to tell Jesy Nelson, there's hope, says mum of child with SMA [12 hours old]: SMA is a progressive muscle-wasting disease that can cause death within two years if untreated.
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Why does Trump want Greenland? [5 hours old]: The US president's repeated demands to control Greenland could threaten the Nato military alliance.
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Award-winning actor 'regains feeling in feet' with new MND drug [4 hours old]: Belfast actor Michael Campbell, also known as Michael Patrick, was diagnosed with the terminal disease in February 2023.
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Poor decisions in extending prison lease, MPs say [3 hours old]: A committee report says "poor commercial decisions" were made when the lease was signed.
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Man who tried to save mum and daughter from sea could get posthumous award [13 hours old]: Mark Ratcliffe died trying to save Sarah Keeling and her daughter, Grace, at Withernsea, say police.
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Aldrich Ames, CIA agent who sold secrets to the Soviets, dies aged 84 [2 hours old]: The double agent compromised more than 100 operations and betrayed more than 30 agents spying for the West.
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No conspiracy over Israeli football fans ban, West Midlands Police say [9 hours old]: Senior police officers reiterate banning Israeli fans from the Villa game was "based on safety".
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Actress Ashley Tisdale says she left her 'toxic mom group' [15 hours old]: The High School Musical actress says she left the group of new mothers after being "brought to tears".
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New CCTV released in hunt for absconded murderer [7 hours old]: Two absconded prisoners are believed to have been spotted a number of times in recent days.
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'An impossible task?' Winless run leaves West Ham facing drop [4 hours old]: Booed off the pitch after conceding a late winner at home against their relegation rivals and on a 10-game winless run - these are desperate times for West Ham.
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Rangers have dragged themselves back into title race - but Rohl wants more [5 hours old]: Rangers have made a "statement" by moving to within three points of Scottish Premiership leaders Hearts - but head coach Danny Rohl says moving above Celtic into second place is "still not what we want".
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Interim boss Fletcher sought Ferguson 'blessing' [6 hours old]: Darren Fletcher says he sought the blessing of his old Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson before taking interim charge at the Old Trafford club.
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Stokes suffers adductor injury in final Ashes Test [4 hours old]: England captain Ben Stokes leaves with the field with a right adductor injury on day four of the fifth Ashes Test against Australia in Sydney
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'A moving moment' as Rosenior breaks barriers [8 hours old]: Liam Rosenior's appointment as Chelsea manager is a "massive moment" for representation in the Premier League.
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Late Gibbs-White penalty sinks helpless Hammers [6 hours old]: A late Morgan Gibbs-White penalty gave Nottingham Forest a crucial away victory over West Ham, leaving the London side seven points adrift of safety.
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Man Utd hold talks with trio over caretaker role [11 hours old]: Manchester United hold talks with former players Darren Fletcher, Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer about becoming the club's caretaker manager.
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Learner drivers may have to wait six months before taking test [4 hours old]: A minimum learning period of up to six months could be introduced for learner drivers
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Fujitsu 'not a parasite' for profiting after Horizon scandal, says boss [11 hours old]: Fujitsu's European boss defended the firm as it continues to profit from government contracts.
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Target 'divisive' Reform in 2026, Keir Starmer tells ministers [12 hours old]: The PM says Labour needs to contrast its "renewal" of the country with Reform's "grievance and division".
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US action in Venezuela morally right, Badenoch says [17 hours old]: The Conservative leader tells the BBC the military operation raises "serious questions about the rules-based order".
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Why I now hug the man who killed my son with a single punch [22 hours old]: Joan Scourfield joins forces with Jacob Dunne to highlight the benefits of restorative justice.
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Is AI taking the fun out of fantasy football? [18 hours old]: Some fans of FPL and other leagues are turning to chatbots and apps to get a leg up over other players.
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How cold does it have to be for snow? [1146 hours old]: We spoke to Dr Sylvia Knight of the Royal Meteorologist Society to answer six very important cold weather questions.
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Should I still walk my dog during cold weather? [71 hours old]: Pets may need help to stay warm and safe when wintry conditions arrive.
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What are cold weather payments and who can get them? [19 hours old]: Some people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland can get help with heating costs during cold spells.
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BBC News app [6038 hours old]: Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests
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Trump strikes Venezuela, captures the President, says the US will take over [80 hours old]: President Nicolas Maduro faces criminal charges in New York.
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Can Donald Trump be compared to Julius Caesar? [46 hours old]: Historian Tom Holland answers your questions about President Trump, cricket and Spiderman
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Nestle issues global recall of some baby formula products over toxin fears [20 hours old]: The food giant discovered some batches of SMA infant and follow-on formula could lead to vomiting
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Next raises profit forecast to £1.15bn after bumper Christmas sales [17 hours old]: Festive trading at the retailer beat expectations, but rising unemployment is expected to weigh on demand this year.
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The 'magical' blue flower changing farmers' fortunes in India [28 hours old]: Indian farmers are turning to butterfly pea flower which is in demand for its bright blue colour.
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Electric car discounts are unsustainable, says industry group [19 hours old]: The SMMT warned of a growing gap between consumer demand and the government's ambitions for EVs.
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Claire's and The Original Factory Shop to enter administration [33 hours old]: The firms' owner said "alarming" low Christmas trading left both in a "vulnerable" position
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Car giant Hyundai to use human-like robots in factories [25 hours old]: The firm plans to deploy the technology at the same plant that was involved in a huge immigration raid in 2025.
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Anonymous crypto gambler made 6,000 on Maduro capture [29 hours old]: The account placed a ,000 wager just before Trump announced the Venezuelan leader was in US custody.
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Nvidia unveils self-driving car tech as it seeks to power more products with AI [18 hours old]: The chip giant is looking for ways to move the AI revolution beyond software and into physical products.
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Why are more gamers than ever playing the 2000s classic RuneScape? [28 hours old]: Millions of people have returned to the iconic online game to farm, go on quests and fight big bosses.
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Ofcom asks X about reports its Grok AI makes sexualised images of children [35 hours old]: Elon Musk's social media platform has warned users not to use Grok to generate illegal content.
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US oil companies gain after seizure of Venezuela's Maduro [37 hours old]: Investors bet the action may open opportunities to tap the country's oil wealth.
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What's behind PM's notable shift on closer ties to Europe? [45 hours old]: Sir Keir Starmer has given details of his plans for a "Brexit reset". What could it mean for the UK?
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Junk food TV and online advert ban comes into force [48 hours old]: Soft drinks, chocolate, pizzas and ice creams will be targeted in the UK government's plan.
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Trump wants Venezuela's oil. Will his plan work? [42 hours old]: Donald Trump has said that American oil firms will invest billions to produce oil in Venezuela.
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Dreading going back to work? How to ease the post-Christmas return [76 hours old]: Career coaches and leaders share practical advice for managing anxiety and overload after the break.
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How UK plush toy Jellycat conquered China [77 hours old]: The plushies bring "emotional value" to Chinese youth navigating economic uncertainty.
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How the defence sector is battling a skills crisis [124 hours old]: Attracting younger workers into the defence industry can be challenging.
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Swedish workers trial 'friendship hour' to combat loneliness [192 hours old]: The pilot project is even giving staff free money to help pay to do activities with their friends.
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The showers and baths keeping data centre tech cool [364 hours old]: Finding greener ways to keep giant new data centres cool is a challenge.
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Why Croatia's capital wants to hold Europe's best Christmas market [387 hours old]: The festive events help to put cities on the map and attract millions of tourists.
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Will tech trump tradition at bakers and biscuit makers? [460 hours old]: Introducing robots and automation to the food industry involves extra hurdles.
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Should more be done to tackle 'ghost jobs', vacancies that don't exist? [484 hours old]: Companies are advertising vacancies that have already been filled or might not have ever existed.
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Why this month's inflation figure may be good news for you [494 hours old]: The rate of inflation, which charts the rising cost of living, has slowed - driven partly by essentials.
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Meet the biggest heat pumps in the world [532 hours old]: Across Europe huge heat pumps are being installed that can heat tens of thousands of homes.
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Warm Welcome helps fight cold and isolation [19 hours old]: This Warm Welcome venue is one of more than 80 across Surrey which are open over the coming months.
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'We became best friends at a warm hub' [21 hours old]: Alan Thompson and Jane Innes were childhood friends and reunited at a community hub in Lincoln.
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Families 'not aware' of winter fuel eligibility [22 hours old]: A charity says some families do not realise they are eligible for the winter fuel allowance.
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Warning against 'systematic reliance' on reserves [44 hours old]: A scrutiny committee says the Manx government's size and scope should be reduced to cut spending.
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Budget 2025: What's the best and worst that could happen for Labour? [925 hours old]: Three days in, after a tax U-turn and partial climbdown on workers' rights, Laura Kuenssberg looks at what impact Budget week might have.
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Has Britain's budget watchdog become too all-powerful? [1036 hours old]: Ahead of this week's Budget, some have accused the Office for Budget Responsibility of being a "straitjacket on growth"
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The curious case of why Poundland is struggling during a cost-of-living crisis [1124 hours old]: Why - in an age where so many of us are feeling the financial pinch - are some budget shops on UK high streets having such a tough time?
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The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high [1846 hours old]: Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
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How Milei's 'Thatcherite' economics divided his nation - but won over Trump [2032 hours old]: Ahead of Milei's visit to the White House - amid protests and anger on the streets back at home - Ione Wells unravels the paradox that Argentina's president has created
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The Inquiry [140 hours old]: How did live music evolve into a billion-dollar business for global stars?
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What does TikTok's deal mean for America's users? [451 hours old]: The BBC's Asia business correspondent says it is still unclear what sort of experience TikTok users in the US will get.
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Americast [449 hours old]: The president makes a primetime address to the nation.
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Who are the winners and losers of the interest rate cut? [470 hours old]: The Bank of England has cut interest rates from 4% to 3.75% - the lowest level since February 2023.