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Mythical shapes and the impact of oil: The nominees for the art world's most prestigious prize

BBC Business Apr 23, 2026

Judges said the four shortlisted artists presented "a compelling reflection of contemporary British art".

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Pietersen criticises Cook for Bethell comments

BBC Front page Apr 23, 2026

Kevin Pietersen rekindles an old feud with Alastair Cook by defending Jacob Bethell’s continued presence at the Indian Premier League.

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How Russell is surprising himself in title race - and the positives of F1's new rules

BBC Front page Apr 23, 2026

George Russell tells BBC Sport how he would enjoy more competition for the F1 title and why his approach to racing is the same as when he was 10 years old.

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Russell Kane 'buzzing' for theatre debut as Romeo

BBC Entertainment Apr 23, 2026

The comedian says he always "fantasised" about being involved in a Shakespearean play.

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Shakespeare play becomes queer Brummie love story

BBC Entertainment Apr 23, 2026

A Midsummer Night's Dream at The Rep gets a modern Birmingham twist.

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Shakespeare play becomes queer Brummie love story

BBC Business Apr 23, 2026

A Midsummer Night's Dream at The Rep gets a modern Birmingham twist.

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'We applied for Race Across the World as a joke'

BBC Entertainment Apr 23, 2026

The childhood best friends from Liverpool never expected to be offered a spot on the popular series.

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Watch: BBC goes undercover at mini-mart selling drugs

BBC Front page Apr 23, 2026

BBC UK editor Ed Thomas confronts a shopkeeper secretly filmed selling cannabis and cocaine to one of our researchers.

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Exposed: The High Street Crime Crisis

BBC Front page Apr 23, 2026

From illegal cigarettes to cocaine - we go undercover on Britain's high streets.

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High Street mini-marts selling cocaine, cannabis and prescription drugs, BBC secret filming reveals

BBC Front page Apr 23, 2026

Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.

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Travelodge gave us keys to other people's rooms twice in a week

BBC Front page Apr 23, 2026

John Nowell says his key card allowed him into a room that was occupied by a guest taking a shower.

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'My instinct was to help him': Runners help exhausted man finish Boston Marathon

BBC Front page Apr 23, 2026

The BBC spoke to Boston marathon runner, Ajay Haridasse, who was helped over the finish line by two strangers.

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Girl, 14, found in singer D4vd's car died of 'multiple injuries'

BBC Entertainment Apr 23, 2026

The medical examiner said the 14-year-old's cause of death was determined months ago but was blocked from release.

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Furious debate over building houses on golf courses

BBC Front page Apr 23, 2026

Are golf courses the right places to build housing, or are they simply a soft target?

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Democrats fight back against Trump in Virginia… and win

BBC Front page Apr 22, 2026

Has Trump’s plan to redraw America’s political map backfired?

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Tribute to 'comic genius' Benidorm star who has died

BBC Entertainment Apr 22, 2026

Benidorm's creator says Elsie Kelly played one of the ITV sitcom's "best-loved" characters.

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Stars line red carpet at London premiere of Devil Wears Prada 2

BBC Entertainment Apr 22, 2026

Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt were among the actors who appeared on the red carpet.

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Stars line red carpet at London premiere of Devil Wears Prada 2

BBC Business Apr 22, 2026

Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt were among the actors who appeared on the red carpet.

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Under-16s have their say on possible social media ban

BBC Front page Apr 22, 2026

Thirty three children discussed possible limits the government are considering on social media.

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Keir Starmer v The Civil Service

BBC Front page Apr 22, 2026

What effect has the Mandelson saga had on the PM’s relationship with the civil service?

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The tariff refund process has begun for businesses. What about customers?

NPR Apr 22, 2026

While shipping companies are pledging refunds for customers who directly paid tariff fees, the situation is much trickier for retailers.

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