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    27634: Royal wedding 2018: US bishop to give address at service

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:10


    A bishop from Chicago will give the address at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding next week. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2KgXa5a

    27633: Giro d'Italia: Simon Yates retains overall lead as Ecuador's Richard Carapaz wins stage

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:14


    Britain's Simon Yates continues to hold the overall lead as Ecuador's Richard Carapaz wins stage eight of the Giro d'Italia. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2Iern4d

    27632: Poundworld 'put up for sale' after expressions of interest

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:11


    The chain's US owner postpones restructuring while it considers possible bids, the BBC understands. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2rCJ4Em

    27631: Lewis Hamilton on Spanish GP pole for Mercedes front row

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:10


    Lewis Hamilton takes pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix ahead of team-mate Valtteri Bottas. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2IznyKt

    27629: North Korea to dismantle nuclear site in May ceremony

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:12


    Pyongyang invites foreign media to witness the process scheduled for 23-25 May, state media reports. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2jRGLsX

    27630: Mikel Arteta: Ex-Arsenal midfielder one of options to replace Arsene Wenger

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:12


    Manchester City assistant coach Mikel Arteta is one of a number of options being considered by Arsenal as their new manager. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2wBS0Pr

    27628: R Kelly gives defiant performance amid protests in North Carolina

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:11


    The R&B singer, who denies sexual assault, declines to tone down his act in North Carolina. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2KUvwwd

    27627: Shanghai Diamond League: Reece Prescod wins 100m with Justin Gatlin seventh

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:13


    Britain's Reece Prescod beats world champion Justin Gatlin to seal a shock 100m victory at the Shanghai Diamond League. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2wwYFKM

    27626: Eurovision 2018: 7 things to look out for during the show

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:13


    Ireland's controversial dancers, a massive dress and chicken impressions - the key things not to miss during tonight's Eurovision. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2IBc5da

    27625: Rita Ora song accused of exploiting bisexuality by LGBTQ artists

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:13


    A Rita Ora track featuring Cardi B, Bebe Rexha and Charli XCX is accused of exploiting bisexuality. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2jUXDPf

    27624: Thousands join TUC march over wages and workers' rights

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:10


    Thousands of people join a march in London over wages, workers' rights and public services. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2Gav0Gt

    27623: DR Congo: Search for British tourists kidnapped in Virunga National Park

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:11


    Soldiers have joined park rangers in the search for the two tourists, an army spokesman says. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2jQ6hP6

    27622: Harlequins: Paul Gustard and Shaun Edwards in frame for head coach role

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:12


    Paul Gustard and Shaun Edwards are contenders for the vacant head coach role at Premiership side Harlequins. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2rDfzCx

    27621: Silvio Berlusconi: Ban on former PM holding office scrapped

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:11


    The former prime minister had been barred from holding public office after being sentenced for tax fraud. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2IcKBYc

    27620: Mars exploration: Nasa to send helicopter to red planet

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:10


    The US space agency says it will be the first test of a heavier-than-air aircraft on another planet. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2Ic4OBt

    27619: Not now! Police tell offenders best time to hand themselves in

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:12


    A police poster, since removed, shows problems since custody remand cases were centralised, solicitors say. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2KVpJq3

    27618: Bono's son hits back in row over name of his band

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:10


    The Irish rock combo fronted by Eli Hewson are accusing their English namesakes of seeking publicity. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2rE5X9N

    27617: North Korea: UN gains 'unprecedented access' during visit

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:10


    After four days in the reclusive country, a top official says he sees a "sense of optimism". Read more >> https://ift.tt/2jPAe1J

    27615: Margaret River shooting: Relatives 'devastated' by killings

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:09


    Police confirm they are not looking for anyone else over the killing of seven family members. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2wwoudP

    27613: Motorised shed to make speed record attempt at Pendine Sands

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:11


    The Fastest Shed will hope to smash its own 80mph record time at Pendine Sands this weekend. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2I8zFi4

    27611: Eurovision: Rylan Clark-Neal's five acts to look out for

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:09


    Rylan Clark-Neal takes a look at the acts likely to steal the spotlight in Lisbon. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2KWNtKj

    27610: Brooklyn Nine-Nine saved after fans' outcry

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:09


    The decision to cancel the police comedy series Brooklyn Nine-Nine caused outrage among fans. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2KjbmLg

    27609: Former Malaysia PM Najib Razak banned from leaving country

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:10


    Najib Razak is barred from travelling overseas, just days after his party's shock election defeat. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2G97ZUC

    27607: Brexit: Jeremy Corbyn must change stance, says Lord Kinnock

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:10


    The ex-Labour leader says not backing staying in the EEA would be "a serious evasion of duty". Read more >> https://ift.tt/2IzTUEL

    27608: High stakes for fixed-odds betting machines

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:09


    Ahead of new rules for fixed-odds betting machines, four people outline the pros and cons. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2Kc66IY

    27606: World Triathlon Series 2018: Non Stanford finishes third in Japan

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:14


    Britain's Non Stanford finishes third in Japan to claim her first World Triathlon Series podium since 2016. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2jPf6sx

    27604: Welcome to (medieval) fight club

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:07


    Journey inside the world of medieval combat with a longsword world champion. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2wxvsiP

    27605: Iraq votes in first elections since IS defeat

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:11


    Some 7,000 candidates from rival coalition blocs are vying for seats in the 329-member parliament. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2Iej4W9

    27603: Players Championship: Webb Simpson leads by five at TPC Sawgrass

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:15


    American Webb Simpson scores a course record-equalling 63 to establish a five-shot halfway lead at 15-under in the Players Championship in Florida. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2G82VzN

    27601: 50 Great World Cup moments: Louis van Gaal's inspired goalkeeping substitution

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2018 0:17


    BBC Sport looks back on Louis van Gaal's inspired goalkeeping substitution just before the Netherlands' penalty shootout with Costa Rica in their 2 .. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2wzzDL3

    27599: Stephen Hawking service: Possibility of time travellers 'can't be excluded'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:11


    Anyone born in the next 20 years is eligible to apply for a seat at the Westminster Abbey service. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2KTH1UF

    27598: US offers to help rebuild N Korea economy if it denuclearises

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:11


    America will help the North if it gives up nuclear arms, the top US diplomat says ahead of a summit. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2KUuvUE

    27597: Iran nuclear deal: Europe strives to keep agreement

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:09


    Intense diplomatic efforts are under way after the US dumped the nuclear deal on Wednesday. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2KW46Wv

    27596: Foreign patient charge 'tears apart families'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:09


    Call for fee to be scrapped for nurses as union highlight plight of Kenyan woman who sent children back to Africa. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2KSDeqq

    27595: Wage squeeze worst in modern history says TUC

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:10


    The Trades Union Council says wages won't return to pre-crash levels until 2025. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2rE3iNa

    27594: Student mental health 'failing a generation'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:12


    In 2016, 146 students killed themselves; and three have died in Bristol in the past month alone. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2wza1hh

    27590: Eurovision: Is Chinese censorship on the rise?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:08


    Is China's censorship of Eurovision part of a growing trend? Read more >> https://ift.tt/2IfCDgI

    27589: Eurovision 2018: 10 things you need to know about SuRie

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:11


    SuRie reveals all: from weightlifting, singing Beyonce in the shower, to Peter Pan as her style icon. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2jPZ5mb

    27588: What is the rarest language used at Eurovision?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:09


    You might think you already know everything about the Eurovision Song Contest, but which is the rarest language? Read more >> https://ift.tt/2IeT6Sz

    27585: How the plastic in your beauty regime could be harming the environment

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:12


    Microbeads are banned and wet wipes could be next but the plastic in your skincare routine could still be harming the oceans and environment. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2wynVjI

    27584: Refugees in Amsterdam giving lifejackets a new life

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:10


    A group of Syrian refugees in the Netherlands are turning battered lifejackets into bags and flags. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2rGI29Q

    27583: Trump-Kim summit: Iran deal pull-out casts shadow over talks

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:12


    Strategic patience will be required by Donald Trump for a solution in North Korea, PJ Crowley writes. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2KXcKnQ

    27582: Toronto van attack: Inside the dark world of 'incels'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:09


    Who are the angry young men who describe themselves as "involuntarily celibate"? Read more >> https://ift.tt/2rDsoMj

    27581: Measuring #MeToo: What's changed outside Hollywood?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:11


    The #MeToo movement has shifted Hollywood's power dynamics - but what's changed for the rest of us? Read more >> https://ift.tt/2rDrejV

    27580: Week in pictures: 5 - 11 May 2018

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:11


    A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2rCpSWI

    27579: Ghanaian royalty, living in east London

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:10


    A trip back to Ghana led to the discovery of some documents revealing a family history, with links to royalty. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2G9cVsy

    27578: Mortician 'passionate' about doing make-up for the dead

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:08


    Mortician Debbie Homewood is 'passionate' about putting make-up on the dead Read more >> https://ift.tt/2rAUVC4

    27577: US hotel's $75,000 royal wedding special

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:10


    The special relationship between Prince Harry and Meghan Markle is also big business in the US. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2wI0ncn

    27576: Nasa will send helicopter to Mars to test otherworldly flight

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:10


    The space agency says it will be the first test of a heavier-than-air aircraft on another planet. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2wxtgaR

    27575: The Papers: Brexit Britain 'more racist' says UN

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:10


    The Guardian and the Times lead on UN claims that Brexit has led to a rise in UK hate crimes. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2KfMK65

    27574: Asylum seekers 'given inappropriate study bans'

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2018 0:09


    Newsnight speaks to a young asylum seeker who was told by the Home Office that he could not study. Read more >> https://ift.tt/2IdXg1a

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