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  1. Author says there were 'real concerns' about David Walliams within publishing industry

    The comedian denies allegations of sexual misconduct, inappropriate behaviour and abusing his power more than 10 years ago.
  2. 'I felt like I was being manipulated': Woman alleges Walliams groomed her as a teenager

    Lilly Creightmore, who has alleged Walliams "groomed" her as a teenager, has told BBC Newsnight that she was "angry" at his behaviour.
  3. Thousands of schools in Italy, Scotland and Northern Ireland hit by threats in suspected bomb hoax

    More than 6,000 Italian schools received a threat. Authorities in all three countries say there appears to be no risk to the public. It is not known if the incidents are linked.
  4. Scottish DJ, 32, confirmed as victim of Krakow shooting

    The man, who is understood to be James Thomas Campbell from Prestwick, died when a lone gunman opened fire in central Krakow on Saturday.
  5. Spain sees widespread disruption in first general strike for 14 years

    Protests are also expected in the biggest cities less than three weeks before Spaniards vote in parliamentary elections.
  6. Russia-Ukraine talks turn to post-war security but end without breakthrough

    Talks in Abu Dhabi centred around Europe's security framework, with US envoys due to meet Putin and Zelensky on Thursday.
  7. Ex-parliamentary aide acquitted for spying tells BBC he was 'fall guy' but also 'naive'

    The man, charged with spying for China, said he was "unprofessional" to send "gossiping" texts to a friend.
  8. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent relocated after alleged Iranian threats

    Bessent is now one of several Trump administration officials to live on military bases due to safety concerns.
  9. Police helped remove Russell Brand after 'violent incident' at Jemima Goldsmith's home

    Police confirm they asked Brand to leave his ex-girlfriend's house after she reported an alleged assault.
  10. Three Iran-backed suspects plotted attacks including RAF Fairford incident, US says

    The US Department of Justice says the men were involved in a string of plots, including a major incident near the UK airbase that is used by US armed forces.
  11. Watch: UK falls silent to mark Armistice Day

    People from Belfast to Cardiff, London to Edinburgh held the two-minute silence to mark the end of World War One and to remember those who have died in conflicts.
  12. Richmond upon Thames is happiest place to live in Britain, survey finds

    Richmond upon Thames ranked highly in several quality of life indicators in a Rightmove survey.
  13. Mauricio Pochettino and Manchester United are a decade in the making

    Mauricio Pochettino looks set to turn a decade-long courtship with Man Utd into a full-blown relationship, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
  14. What is the state of our grooming laws?

    Some campaigners have been calling for the law to clearly define what grooming means.
  15. Why does Australia want Brits to swap Sydney for the outback?

    Australia wants changes to UK deal that would push backpackers out of Bondi and into remote regions.
  16. What are cold weather payments and who can get them?

    Some people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland can get help with heating costs during cold spells.
  17. Why is Scotland's housing shortage getting worse?

    Homelessness has hit record levels and the cost of renting or buying property has continued to rise.
  18. Vinícius Jr's message to Sudan boy who received prosthetic legs after BBC report sparked appeal

    Real Madrid player Vinícius Jr sent a surprise message to 13-year-old fan Zaher who lost both his legs after being hit by a drone in Khartoum, in 2024.
  19. In Mississippi, voters await cliffhanger Senate result with hope and frustration

    Democratic voters tell the BBC their candidate is on the brink of history, while Republicans vent disappointment.
  20. Temperatures to dip to -5C as first cold health alerts of season issued

    The most widespread frost of the season so far is forecast for many parts of the country. BBC Weather's Tomasz Schafernaker reports.
  21. Jailed undertaker lodges bid to appeal against sentence

    Robert Bush was jailed for 20 years after 35 bodies were found at Legacy Funeral Directors in Hull.
  22. Prince George's artwork featured in Country Life magazine

    The Prince of Wales features his 13-year-old son's drawing of a bird as part of a special edition of the magazine.
  23. Governments 'asleep at the wheel' over social care, says head of review

    Baroness Casey criticises variability of services and fees charged to self-funders in England.
  24. Former minister calls for phone tech to block live-streamed child sex abuse

    New technology would block the live-streaming of child sexual abuse on phones, tablets and laptops.
  25. Four grizzly bears killed in Canada after fatal attack on mother and daughter

    The sow and her three cubs were responsible for killing Jennifer Balcarras, 48, and her daughter Selah Reed, 20, earlier this month.
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  28. Pochettino a decade in Man Utd's making - but Carrick deserves better

    Mauricio Pochettino looks set to turn a decade-long courtship with Man Utd into a full-blown relationship, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
  29. Pochettino ready to accept Man Utd offer to replace Carrick

    Mauricio Pochettino is ready to accept an offer from Manchester United to become their next head coach.
  30. Leader, role model, extraordinary - how Kane's 'fairytale' came true

    From 21-year-old who scored 79 seconds into his debut to being on the brink of breaking his nation's appearance record, BBC Sport looks at Harry Kane's England career.
  31. Assessing the reasons for Man City's decline in form under Maresca

    The ongoing international break gives manager Enzo Maresca much-needed time to fix the growing issues in his Man City squad.
  32. Raducanu to return at January's United Cup after injury absence

    Emma Raducanu will make her return to tennis in the United Cup team competition in Australia in the first week of 2027.
  33. Littler expected 'pub players' on Netflix show

    Luke Littler says he thought he would be facing pub players on his recent Netflix show, which was billed as giving "amateurs a chance at life-changing money".
  34. Japan want 'the sky to fall in' at Twickenham - Jones

    Eddie Jones says Japan are drawing inspiration from Italy as they chase their own landmark win over England on Saturday.