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Verstappen 'knows he did wrong deep down' - Norris

McLaren's Lando Norris says title rival Max Verstappen "knows he did wrong" in their battle in last weekend's Mexico City Grand Prix. from BBC News https://ift.tt/94Wwnoe

China declares success as its youngest astronauts reach space

The BBC’s Laura Bicker sees the Shenzhou 19 spacecraft take off in a record year of space exploration. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4bAY36S

Extreme drought areas treble in size since 80s - study

Forty-eight percent of the world went through at least one month of extreme drought in 2023. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5tbpqz7

Orban swipes at EU and says disputed Georgian vote was fair

Hungary's prime minister praises Georgia's election despite numerous violations and criticism from the EU. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CkI6Qfi

Why tuition fees are set to rise - and what this means for students

With the cost of living rising, many students are concerned about the growing financial pressures at university from BBC News https://ift.tt/hv6cpCW

Americanswers... on 5 Live! Could a joke about Puerto Rico give Kamala Harris the Latino vote?

Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe described the territory as a "floating island of garbage" from BBC News https://ift.tt/ReyTlc9

Ten Hag blames 'injustice', but is poor finishing costing Man Utd?

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag says it feels "unfair and unjust" that his team lost after West Ham were awarded a late controversial penalty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KHG0bki

Watch: Match of the Day

Gary Lineker introduces highlights of the day’s five Premier League games. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZGSEYV1

Is Wolves' late fightback a turning point for O'Neil?

Wolves boss Gary O'Neil hopes his side can build on Saturday's battling late draw at Brighton and climb the table. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0YvMRiz

Georgia's ruling party leads pro-EU opposition in crucial vote - projection

A partial projection by Georgia's central election commission gives the ruling party almost 53% of the vote. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EYh4wJK via IFTTT

Guardiola 'will learn' from Southampton boss Martin

Their teams are at opposite ends of the Premier League table, but Man City manager Pep Guardiola says he "will learn" from Southampton boss Russell Martin. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3odRTrF

Menendez brothers should be freed on parole, says top prosecutor

Erik and Lyle Menendez were convicted of killing their parents in a case that gained worldwide attention. from BBC News https://ift.tt/81FvL6f via IFTTT

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 launches with eyes on Game Pass

It is available straight away to subscribers of Microsoft’s Game Pass service, a first for a game this big. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FglWnr2

Canada, India, and their diplomatic death spiral

The two nations are locked in a fierce row over murder plot allegations from BBC News https://ift.tt/u4FXy7m

Does Australia want the British monarchy?

A visit by King Charles has reignited the debate over cutting ties with the royals from BBC News https://ift.tt/GR7PbEY

Prisoners freed early (again)

Plus, Newscast is heading to America! from BBC News https://ift.tt/X30pq8N

UN 'deeply concerned' Kenya returned Turkish refugees

The UN's statement follows reports that multiple Turkish nationals were abducted in Nairobi on Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JMLN5TU via IFTTT

The King and the protestor: The challenges of a royal tour

An Indigenous senator's protest is a reminder of the historical baggage that royal tours can bring. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZuCh5yF

What leaked US assessment of Israeli plans to strike Iran shows

US investigators are trying to find out how the highly classified intelligence documents were leaked online. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KnGHdBk

Man City winner at Wolves a 'grey area' - but what does law say?

What was the fall-out of John Stones' late winner for Manchester City against Wolves, with the goal given following a VAR check after initially being ruled out. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0RSZgsV

Beirut rocked by fresh Israeli air strikes

At least 12 strikes were reported Saturday in Beirut in the heaviest attack Lebanon's capital saw in more than a week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/btp2UlE via IFTTT

One dead after 'explosion' and fire at house

An emergency assistance centre is set up for people told to leave their homes after a house fire in Bedford. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ay4bDFB

Tearful lifeguard recounts off-duty rescue of teen lost at sea

Noland Keaulana says he "wouldn't have been able to sleep" if he hadn’t searched for his friend's son, missing in a kayak off Hawaii. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XEeQ3Pl via IFTTT

Israelis and Palestinians react to Hamas leader Sinwar's death

Relatives of the Israeli hostages still held in Gaza say now is the time to negotiate their release. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6dk2hVY

Labour tiptoes nervously towards a China policy

David Lammy's low-key visit to Beijing shows the party is still trying to work out its China stance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KA7ExNH

Massive great white shark washes up dead on Cape Cod beach

Officials had to use a tow truck to carry the 3.6 meter shark off the beach. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c3ItwlY

Jets intercept plane after 'bomb threat' made

Residents say they heard a loud sonic boom as Typhoon jets scrambled. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TlfMrHO

From Accrington Stanley to England No 2 - who is 'all round good egg' Barry?

New England assistant Anthony Barry played with Jamie Vardy at Fleetwood Town and started his coaching journey with Accrington Stanley Under-16s. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7tKNECg

Mayor and 15 others killed in Israeli strike on Lebanon council meeting

Sixteen people are dead following air strikes on municipal buildings in the city of Nabatieh. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JAUaOLy via IFTTT

Could conspiracy theories and AI impact the US election?

How disinformation and advanced technology might influence the 2024 vote from BBC News https://ift.tt/5n1frhY

Tuchel agrees to become next England manager

Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel agrees to become the next England manager. from BBC News https://ift.tt/evBmCna

Israeli shells kill 10 at north Gaza food distribution centre, Unrwa says

Reports say tank shells hit a crowd in Jabalia refugee camp, as Israel's ground offensive continues. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TWv6QZK via IFTTT

Countdown champion accused of stabbing rival

John Cowen allegedly attacked man with a knife at a quiz-themed event in Blackpool, a court hears. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WOkfnKG

'A camp riddled with chaos & confusion - England need clarity'

England's latest international camp has been riddled with confusion on the pitch and off it, as Phil McNulty looks at what comes next for Lee Carsley and the Football Association. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZcILTG0

Over 60 injured in drone attack on northern Israel

Hezbollah claimed responsibility for the attack, saying it was in response to Israeli strikes in Lebanon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TCzy9Eo

Over 60 injured in drone attack on Israel

Hezbollah says it targeted a training camp of the Israeli Defence Forces' Golani Brigade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TCzy9Eo via IFTTT

Family rushed to hospital after eating toxic mushrooms

The local fire department said the family became sick after eating wild mushrooms that one of them "found in the woods". from BBC News https://ift.tt/RXzrdHV

Key moments Alex Salmond's life and career... in 107 seconds

A look back at some of the key moments from the life and career of former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1hIwE5O

Wigan beat Hull KR in Grand Final to seal quadruple

Wigan Warriors seal the quadruple and become the first side to win all four trophies in a season as they beat Hull KR in the Super League Grand Final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d6XZQJ8

Key moments Alex Salmond's life and career... in 107 seconds

A look back at some of the key moments from the life and career of former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1hIwE5O via IFTTT

Inside Israel's combat zone in southern Lebanon

The BBC's Lucy Williamson travels with the Israeli military to a village destroyed during its fighting with Hezbollah. from BBC News https://ift.tt/raV8FuH

MrBeast: The King of YouTube?

As the world's biggest YouTuber faces controversy, will his empire crumble? from BBC News https://ift.tt/ricGQBz

Watch: Northern lights over Iceland in sped-up footage

Time-lapse images show the northern lights on the outskirts of the capital Reykjavik. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Nrezl9b via IFTTT

EU delays introduction of border check system again

The EU pushes back introducing new biometric border checks that were due on 10 November. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7WqsD03 via IFTTT

Eight-hundred-and-twenty-three! The spirit behind England's record-breaking day

England's record-breaking runscoring is testament to their incredible spirit, says chief cricket writer Stephan Shemilt from BBC News https://ift.tt/wEu76Ci

Hospitals move patients as Israeli tanks encircle Jabalia camp

The Israeli military is carrying out its third ground offensive in the area since the Gaza war began. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kR5orjb via IFTTT

What do Tory members make of final two in leadership contest?

The MPs have whittled it down to two - and now it's down to Tory members to choose their new leader. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1raV3po

The Boris Johnson Interview (Unpacked)

Plus, another candidate is eliminated in the Tory leadership race. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qGRFDjO

‘Daily challenge to get stories out of Gaza’ - BBC's Rushdi Abualouf

The BBC's Rushdi Abualouf sheds light on the challenges of reporting the war from inside and outside of Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GQuSUiJ via IFTTT

Spacecraft launches towards asteroid knocked off course by NASA

The mission aims to re-visit the asteroid Nasa diverted when it crashed a probe into it. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0vEf28x

'Bags of sweets amid rubble of flattened Beirut building'

The BBC's Hugo Bachega reports from the scene of an overnight Israeli strike in Lebanon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MGdb7iA via IFTTT

One dead after explosion near Karachi airport in Pakistan

The blast happened close to Jinnah International Airport on Sunday night. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EcCfHSM via IFTTT

Rwanda starts vaccine trials against deadly Marburg virus

The health ministry says there are at least 46 cases in the east African country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KtzMhwb via IFTTT

'I felt like my heart was going to explode': Beirut reels from heaviest night of strikes

A doctor tells the BBC of the moment she found out her clinic was next to an Israeli target building. from BBC News https://ift.tt/So0ZaIh

Setback for black student suspended over dreadlocks

Darryl George was suspended from his Houston-area high school over his dreadlocks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZFDWpki

Watch: BBC reporter in the midst of rocket fire into Israel

The BBC's Nick Beake reports from northern Israel, where Hezbollah continues to fire rockets into Israel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/U1Y4RfF via IFTTT

How might Israel respond to Iran?

Netanyahu has warned Iran will pay a “heavy price” from BBC News https://ift.tt/U912CDI

Canadian child dies from rabies after bat found in bedroom

It marks the first domestically-acquired case of human rabies in Ontario since 1967. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xSyi7Xq via IFTTT

Pogba doping ban reduced to 18 months, meaning he can play again in March

Paul Pogba's four-year ban for a doping offence has been reduced to 18 months after winning his appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas). from BBC News https://ift.tt/ITVA32s

Burglar hung out washing and cooked meal for victim

The victim returned home to find her house broken into and a note left saying "be happy, eat up". from BBC News https://ift.tt/AT7y9sf

Blast from unexploded US bomb grounds flights at Japanese airport

The bomb is thought to have been dropped during World War Two to halt "kamikaze" missions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iPsyWQV via IFTTT

Chris Mason: Cleverly makes his mark - but will it be enough?

The ex-home secretary is looking to close the gap with frontrunners Robert Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MQ9EcsN

Tributes paid to Windrush pioneer Alford Gardner

Alford Gardner, 98, is considered to have been a trailblazer for community relations in Leeds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Iwzt6FJ

Why are the Conservatives so happy?

For a party recovering from an historic election defeat, the mood at Tory conference is surprisingly upbeat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LdsTaHJ