Europe
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We spent thousands on a Tui river cruise but ended up on coach trips
Passengers have described their anger after their itineraries changed to involve hours spent on coach trips instead.
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Ultimate Performance: The global benchmark in personal training
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Leon Botstein resigns from Bard roles as key Democrat demands investigation into Epstein links
Jamie Raskin says ‘startling’ email asked whether young woman was ‘for me, or are you keeping her for yourself’
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Premier League: How settled is the table already?
Just five games in, it might seem a bit early to pay much attention to the Premier League table - but it's probably more settled than you think. BBC Sport takes a look at the statistics behind the early season standings.
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Tropical Storm Isaias near Mexico is forecast to become a hurricane
Isaias, which succeeded Tropical Depression Nine, would be the first hurricane of the belated Atlantic season
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Foreign workers building US consulate in Milan sign compensation deals over alleged abuses
Foreign workers building the new U.S. consulate in Milan have signed agreements securing payouts for alleged labor abuses
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Major Parkinson’s breakthrough as new pill offers hope of treating symptoms
Trial found patients on solengepras had 37 minutes less ‘off’ time each day when dopamine drugs failed to work properly
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Spygate: Southampton manager Tonda Eckert given suspended ban
Tonda Eckert is free to continue as Southampton manager after being given a suspended ban for his role in Spygate.
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Western civilisation is 'at an inflection point' Rubio says in speech overloooking Acropolis
In a speech overlooking the Acropolis, the US Secretary of State also said the US believes Europe "can awaken from its long slumber".
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EU drops sponsorship of disinformation conference at Trump officials’ request
Lithuania and Canada were also pressured to withdraw, and days before #Disinfo2026, logos were wiped off website
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European stocks slump as bond sell-off resumes
Bonds fell once more, and yields soared, amid worries in Europe and the Middle East.
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Step inside the luxury spa guests are calling ‘perfect’ at North Yorkshire hotel
Guests are heaping praise on the new luxury spa at Gisborough Hall, with one visitor describing the experience as "perfect" after trying out the hotel's latest attraction.
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The plague never went away. Cases are reported in parts of Africa and the US nearly every year
The plague, a rare bacterial infection known for its deadly impact in 14th-century Europe, still exists today
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Live - Maricarmen, symbol of Spain's housing protests, dies
The 87-year-old woman had withstood four eviction attempts in the past decade. In a final message from her hospital bed, she urged protesters: "Fight!" #EuropeNews
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Declan Rice contract: Arsenal and England midfielder close to agreeing new deal
Declan Rice is close to agreeing a new long-term Arsenal contract, sources have told BBC Sport.
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‘Digger’ is a Box Office Flop. It Might Be the Most Relevant Film of the Year
Sold by its trailer as a gag reel, Tom Cruise’s strangest movie may be the most unsettling portrait of our tech and climate moment yet.
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Shell expects refineries to almost double the profit from every barrel of fuel made
Record prices caused by global shortages amid shutdown of war-damaged refineries in Middle East and Russia
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Millions of UK households could be given extra money in Budget
Millions of households could receive discounts of up to £250 under the plans
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Factory production in Germany hits highest level in 18 months
German industrial production rose to its highest level for a year and a half in August, according to data released Wednesday, but officials warned that the economy's recovery was still fragile.
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Reopening Brexit negotiations would be 'terrible idea', Kemi Badenoch tells Burnham
Kemi Badenoch received a long standing ovation for attacking Reform UK, accusing the party of debating whether her children are English.
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What is medetomidine? The animal tranquiliser found in UK street drugs
Medetomidine has been found in a fifth of heroin samples in Scotland, and there is no proven antidote if someone overdoses
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Trump speaking to Putin about suspected plague death after reports of second case
President said he is in ‘very deep discussions’ about the potential outbreak with U.S. intelligence services
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Russia ‘pursuing strategy of terror’, EU’s von der Leyen says after deadly strikes on Ukraine – Europe live
Ukraine president confirms series of attacks on Pryluky, Dnipro, Kremenchuk, Zaporizhzhia and Kyiv
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Manchester City: Senior football figures concerned club could play in Champions League next season
Senior figures within the English game are concerned that Manchester City could play in the Champions League next season even if they are relegated for breaching financial regulations.
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Interpol crackdown on illegal mining, logging and wildlife trafficking leads to 233 arrests
Interpol has announced a major crackdown on environmental crime in Latin America and the Caribbean, leading to 233 arrests
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Solar farm near Bishop Auckland could be refused as councillors discuss 'mad' plans
A controversial solar farm in Toronto near Bishop Auckland could be refused after concerns it would lead to the "industrialisation of the countryside".
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Iran war weighing on long-haul travel demand, says Hostelworld
Shares in the company dropped by around 7.3% on Wednesday morning as a result, striking their lowest level for almost four years.
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Is Hamburg really Germany's friendliest city?
The cold Hanseatic city of Hamburg ranks among the world's most welcoming, according to an analysis of online comments by travellers.
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The Nobel Peace Prize contenders who could beat Trump this year
Trump had his eyes on the peace prize in 2025 but was beaten by Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado. Alex Croft looks at who could scoop the prestigious title for this year
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What is pneumonic plague? A microbiologist explains the risk and how it spreads
Pneumonic plague is the rarest but most severe form of the disease
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Mapped: British man’s 28-year quest to walk around the world as he arrives back in UK
He has travelled a total of 50,000km through 29 countries but it’s not over until he walks to Hull
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Many developers are using AI just to show off to their boss — as most fear they'll lose their job if they don't use it
No, honestly, we love using AI
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Trump-backed Ken Paxton reportedly blames Iran war and high gas prices for midterms struggles as president heads to Texas – live
Leaked audio shows state’s attorney general tell fundraiser affordability is his campaign’s biggest problem; Trump due to speak in Texas on Wednesday
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Trump to speak to Putin about plague lab death in Russia
Fears that the death may have been caused by pneumonic plague has prompted calls for more transparency from Russia.
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What is XFG Covid strain? Symptoms to look out for as UK cases grow
More than half of the positive tests were found to be a variant of XFG
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Mercedes global sales fall 6% as electric car sales hit record high
Mercedes-Benz shares fell after the German carmaker reported a 6% fall in global sales, driven by weakness in China. Sales outside China edged higher, supported by growth in Europe and North America.
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What is the Plague? The deadly disease that killed up to 60% of Europe’s population
The Black Death struck vast swathes of Europe, Asia and Africa in the 14th century
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WHO to investigate reports of second plague case after death of Russian lab worker
Global health officials continue to press Moscow for full transparency
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How to spend a day in the Yorkshire town named among friendliest to retire to
Here is how you can spend a day exploring Beverley, one of the friendliest places to retire to in England.
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Slovenia is officially home to the best wine region in Europe
Štajerska, praised for its authenticity and centuries of wine culture, beat out more than 90 leading territories for the title.
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EU negotiators head to China hoping to curb cheap imports of hybrid electric cars
Mood in trade talks said to have changed as EU member states harden demands for protection against Chinese imports
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Ukraine war live: Zelensky warns Putin preparing to launch ‘massive strike’ on Kyiv
Multiple explosions in Kyiv as Russian Tu-95 bombers approach border
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Why you could spot more barn owls across Yorkshire this autumn
Yorkshire residents are being encouraged to keep their eyes on the skies this autumn, when they could have a better chance of spotting one of the countryside’s most distinctive birds.
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Americans in Germany: Deadlines for voting in the US midterms
The US midterms take place on November 3rd 2026, and Americans in France can still vote - but for some states, time is running out. Here's who can vote, how to request and return a ballot, and what to do if yours hasn't arrived.
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You Probably Aren’t Going to Get the Plague
The death of a lab worker in Russia has authorities looking at whether plague played a role. Even if it did, though, the odds of it spreading are very low.
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Plague epidemic risk in Russia low after death of lab technician, WHO says
World Health Organization detects no sign of further outbreak since Darya Shipilova died last week
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Argentina bids Messi farewell in final national team match, ending an era
Argentina is preparing an emotional goodbye to Lionel Messi
