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What are the symptoms of meningitis and is there a vaccine?

Two people have died following an outbreak of meningitis, including one student at the University of Kent.


Starmer announces £53m to help households most hit by rising heating oil costs

The money will be for "vulnerable" households who have faced a sharp rise in energy bills since the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran.


Jessie Buckley, Michael B Jordan and One Battle After Another reign at Oscars

Paul Thomas Anderson's political thriller wins six prizes including best picture and best director.


Key Oscars moments as snubbed Chalamet becomes butt of jokes

Here's what happened inside the winners room and other insights from the biggest night in Hollywood.


TikTok and Meta risked safety to win algorithm arms race, whistleblowers say

Companies allowed more harmful content on user’s feeds, knowing their algorithms ran on outrage, BBC hears.


Nursery worker sentenced to 30 years for raping children

Nathan Bennett's abuse of two and three-year-old boys is "every parent's nightmare", a court hears.


Alcohol-free beer and houmous used to measure inflation as UK shifts to healthier living

Houmous and motorhomes are also added to the basket of goods and services used to chart the rising cost of living.


Travelodge changes policy after attacker given room key

The woman was attacked by Kyran Smith, who was given a key to her hotel room by staff.


Schoolgirl 'traumatised' after being wrongly sent to England for abortion

The teenager could have been treated in Northern Ireland, but was sent to London due to confusion over the services available.


Fears of two-tier health system as more turn to private care, says watchdog

The patient watchdog warns of two-tier service as polling shows numbers paying for care is on the rise.


See the winners list in full

Find out which films and stars have won the famous golden statuettes at the ceremony in Los Angeles.


From Creed to Sinners: Michael B Jordan's road to Oscars recognition

The 39-year-old has spent more than two decades acting and picked up the award for best actor at the Oscars.


Stars and red carpet fashion in pictures

Hollywood's biggest stars turn on the style as they walk the red carpet for the glittering ceremony.


Watch: Historic firsts, emotional speeches, and a tie

One Battle After Another dominated the night with six awards, while Sinners and Frankenstein weren't far behind.


Injuries, blown tyres and repair bills - frustration over 'spike' in potholes

One woman who tripped over a "dangerous" pothole says she fears for the safety of other road users.


How US groups are driving a new generation of anti-abortion activism in the UK

The killing of Charlie Kirk galvanised a transatlantic campaign against abortion. But will it succeed in shifting Britain's pro-choice consensus?


Six talking points from final round of Six Nations

England's indiscipline, "cheat code" Louis Bielle-Biarrey, Irish and Scottish positives, and Welsh confidence returns - talking points from the final round.


Is this product 'human-made'? The race to establish an AI-free logo

The backlash to the growing use of the tech has led to an explosion in attempts to come up with 'AI-Free' logo that could be used globally.


We'll never know how Dad's body became so decomposed

Ronald Parkin's case prompts calls from his family for the government to regulate the funeral sector.


Far-left and far-right gains throw French mainstream parties into a quandary

Awkward choices emerge for mainstream parties after the first round of mayoral elections.


'We will go wherever they hide': Rooting out IS in Somalia

Somalia became a key part of IS's global network after fighters were driven out of strongholds in Syria and Iraq.


Who wants what from the Iran war?

Most people, although not everybody, want this war to end as quickly as possible. But on what terms?


Iran hits key UAE oil port and Dubai airport

The port of Fujairah plays a crucial role in helping keep global supplies moving when the Strait of Hormuz is blocked.


What Iranians are being told about the war

Iranian state media's coverage of the war includes inflations of enemy casualties and digital manipulation intended to glorify Iran.


Iranian footballer says 'everything will be fine' as she trains with Oz team

The footballers were given visas to stay in Australia after concerns the team would face repercussions at home.


How passenger planes keep flying during conflict

Airspace over Iran and the Gulf remains severely restricted following missile strikes, putting additional pressure on airlines.


Starmer warned over assisted dying bill by more than 100 Labour MPs

More than 100 Labour MPs warn that failing to pass the legislation would undermine trust in politics.


Edinburgh to Dubai flight turned back over Egypt due to airport drone attack

Hundreds of passengers spent 11 hours on a flight to nowhere after being forced to return to Edinburgh


Firms urged to check records after Companies House glitch let others edit data

The glitch meant logged-in users could view and edit other companies' details without their consent.


One-off £2,000 grant gives care leavers head start, study finds

Participants were less likely to become homeless or spend time in hospital or prison, researchers say.


Three arrests after man found dead in wheelie bin

Two men and a woman are detained on suspicion of murder following overnight arrests in Blackpool.


'We're at war' - Ecuador deploys 75,000 soldiers and police to combat drug gangs

Citizens of the most violent-wracked provinces have been warned the government is "at war" with the gangs.


French national jailed for 10 years in Azerbaijan for spying

Martin Ryan was accused of collecting secret information about Baku's military co-operation with Turkey and Pakistan.


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Will Starmer Help Trump In The War?

Trump wants help to secure the Strait of Hormuz but will the UK join him?


Is Cuba Trump’s next target after Iran?

The US president threatens Cuba with a “friendly takeover”


Chelsea fined and given suspended transfer ban over £47m secret payments

Chelsea have been handed a £10.75m fine after breaching Premier League rules over financial reporting, third-party investment and youth development.


Another compelling Players - but why is it unlikely to ever be a major?

Golf already has four majors and does not need a fifth one, especially given three are already played in the United States, writes Iain Carter.


Who did BBC pundits pick in their Six Nations teams of the tournament?

Former Wales captain Sam Warburton and former Scotland skipper John Barclay discuss their Six Nations teams of the tournament.


Man Utd not planning U-turn on Casemiro decision

Manchester United have no plans to revise their decision not to offer a new deal to Casemiro, even though the Brazilian has excelled in midfield recently.


Head coach Dickens leaves Newcastle Red Bulls

Head coach Alan Dickens leaves Newcastle Red Bulls as former Wales fly-half Stephen Jones takes over for the rest of the season.


'We have to wake up' - Szoboszlai warning sums up Liverpool plight

Liverpool have been here far too often this season. Another late, late goal costing them points as they drew 1-1 with struggling Tottenham.