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DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson quits after sex offence charges
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson is charged with historical sexual offences and has been suspended from the DUP.


War a real threat and Europe not ready, warns Poland's PM
Donald Tusk warns of a "pre-war era" and speaks of the most critical moment since World War Two.


Top UN court orders Israel to allow aid into Gaza
The Hague court says Gaza is "no longer facing only a risk of famine" but that "famine is setting in".


Actress Sally Phillips 'upset' at son's trampoline park exclusion
Sally Phillips, whose son Olly has Down's syndrome, says she was told he needed a GP's letter.


Army lifts ban on serving soldiers having beards
The beards and moustaches must be neat and well-groomed, and troops must maintain a professional appearance.


John Boyega: Damilola Taylor death changed my life
The Star Wars actor speaks publicly for the first time about the impact of his school friend's killing in 2000.


Apology over class photo without complex needs pupils
Tempest Photography said it was "not standard practice" to offer pictures without some pupils being included.


Oppenheimer finally released in Japan - what do people in Hiroshima think?
The BBC’s Shaimaa Khalil spoke with Hiroshima residents who saw the film for the first time today.


Police urged to investigate BBC report's findings into Post Office scandal
Former sub-postmaster and politicians say evidence uncovered by the BBC should prompt police investigation.


Delays at Dover as millions begin Easter getaway
Millions are set to travel on Friday as flood warnings are in place for the Bank Holiday weekend.


Temu U-turns on terms of cash 'giveaway' offer
The retailer changes what it can do with customer data after privacy concerns were raised.


Man arrested over death of Gogglebox star released
A man held on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter is released under investigation.


Attempted murder charge after man stabbed on train
Rakeem Thomas, 19, will appear at Wimbledon Magistrates' Court on Saturday.


Beyoncé's country album: The verdict
The Texan star's eighth album adds a country twang to her immaculate blend of pop and hip-hop.


Life after Pontins swapped tourists for tradespeople
Tourism bosses in Somerset complain builders living in seaside chalets are not spending money locally.


Waiting for Evan, Putin's 'bargaining chip' in Russian jail
It has been one year since US journalist Evan Gershkovich was arrested in Russia and accused of spying.


Weekly quiz: How much did Kate's Titanic piece of wood sell for?
Test how closely you have been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days.


We've won £80k by entering 50 competitions a day
Lee and Kazzy Minton spend hours each day entering competitions and say they have won 857 prizes.


How I managed my autism in the Big Brother house
Bradley Riches reveals the coping mechanisms he used while taking part in the series.


Mammals battle for life in new Attenborough series
The six-part series 'Mammals' will air this Sunday at 19:00 GMT.


Watch: Northern Lights captured glowing over volcano
Volcanic eruptions have been taking place in the region since 14 January.


Alonso to stay at Leverkusen amid Liverpool interest
Xabi Alonso announces he will remain as manager of Bayer Leverkusen beyond this summer despite interest from Liverpool and Bayern Munich.


Scotland 'hoodwinked' by Trump, says former aide
Donald Trump's claim he would invest £1bn in a golf resort was misleading, according to the man who helped broker the deal.


Sunak faces criticism as major Tory donor knighted
Businessman Mohamed Mansour has been given a knighthood, along with Mark Spencer and Philip Davies.


Unknown rapist attacks women four years apart
The man, who targets lone women in the early hours, is "highly likely" to have more victims.


KFC Nigeria sorry after disabled diner refused service
Wheelchair user says he felt less than human after he was told to leave the branch at Lagos airport.


Alonso to stay at Leverkusen amid Liverpool interest
Xabi Alonso announces he will remain as manager of Bayer Leverkusen beyond this summer despite interest from Liverpool and Bayern Munich.


Championship: Leicester stuttering at Bristol City, Millwall lead West Brom
Follow live text commentary and score updates from the Championship, starting with promotion-chasing Leicester's trip to Bristol City.


England claim victory over New Zealand in final T20
England overcome a spirited performance from New Zealand to win the fifth and final T20 in Wellington and wrap up a 4-1 series win.


Injured Murray to miss April events with no timescale on return
Andy Murray will not compete at April's Monte Carlo Masters and BMW Open after he ruptured ankle ligaments at the Miami Open.


Sutton's Premier League predictions v Gladiators star Bionic
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Gladiators star Bionic to make predictions for this weekend's Premier League games.


Sam Bankman-Fried's multibillion dollar FTX fraud
What the Crypto King's fall from grace means for the future of cryptocurrency


Baltimore Bridge Collapse
An investigation into the container ship crash that brought down a Baltimore bridge.


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How do interest rates affect me?
Bank of England interest rates have an impact on the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people.


What is the state pension and the triple lock?
The state pension will rise by 8.5% in April following a pledge to protect the value of the benefit.


How much is the minimum wage going up?
The National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates are going up on 1 April.


What is GDP and how does it affect me?
A basic guide to how the health of the economy is measured, and why that calculation matters.


What can I do if I can't pay my energy bill?
If you're struggling to afford your gas and electricity bills, what options are available?


What are my rights if my flight is cancelled or delayed?
Millions are heading abroad over the bank holiday weekend, but what if their journeys are disrupted?


Life after Pontins swapped tourists for tradespeople
Tourism bosses in Somerset complain builders living in seaside chalets are not spending money locally.


DUP leader resigns after sex offence charges
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson is charged with historical sexual offences and has been suspended from the DUP.


Apology over class photo without complex needs pupils
Tempest Photography said it was "not standard practice" to offer pictures without some pupils being included.


Woman's anger over six-week wait for breast result
A woman who has been waiting weeks for breast screening results says the delay has been a nightmare.