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Lance Corporal George Hooley remembered by colleagues as a "born soldier" after Ministry of Defence said the 28-year-old died in a "tragic accident".
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Humans making fire 350,000 years earlier than previously thought
US could ask UK tourists for five-year social media history before entry
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Iceland becomes fifth country to boycott Eurovision
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Author Sophie Kinsella remembered as a 'wonderful, warm woman'
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Ex-Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies and Iceland boss Richard Walker among new peers
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High Street food chain Leon to close stores and cut jobs in restructure
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Ukraine at critical moment, European leaders say after Trump call
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Man guilty of murdering ex-girlfriend's sister and three children in house fire
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Champions League: Build-up as Man City face Real Madrid, Arsenal & Newcastle in action
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The man behind the headlines - Salah, by Klopp, Diaz and more
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WTA signs with Mercedes in 'most significant deal in our history'
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Biggest rule change ever and Brit teen - what's new in F1 in 2026?
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Sledged on the beach - England's break in Noosa
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Ex-solicitor guilty of sexually assaulting clients
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Scottish Power liable for worker's asbestos death, court rules
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Pub Sunday lunch leaves 43 sick with food poisoning
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Man sentenced for attempted pipe bomb attack on GAA club
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BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2025 - everything you need to know
The awards are back for 2025 – bigger, bolder and refreshed for a new era of sporting celebration.
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Russell Crowe says Gladiator II creators misunderstood what made original 'special'
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McDonald's pulls AI Christmas ad after backlash
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Kate Winslet says her family never watch The Holiday
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Culture
Rescuers on the front line must move quickly to save a snared lion. Video, 00:02:14
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Quiz: What year did each artist secure the festive top spot in the '80s?
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Six movie quotes that are victims of the 'Mandela Effect'
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Speedy pasta dinners that are perfect for midweek
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Bottles of Disaronno recalled over possible glass presence
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The theatre snack that stunned actress Nicola Coughlan. Video, 00:00:59
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Celebrate a Mary Berry Christmas in a magical BBC special this month
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Money

'Living off grid is not a dream, it's a nightmare'
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What is 'drawing-down' your pension, and why are more people doing it? Video, 00:06:12
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'I lost £13k after my second-hand EV turned out to be a clone car'
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Sold 30 items on Vinted? Don't panic if you get a message about tax
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Customer secures refund after parcel theft caught on camera. Video, 00:00:42
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Feeling overloaded? How to get better at saying 'no'
The festive period typically brings a heavy mix of responsibilities and social pressure, often agreeing to do things we don't want to do.
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'At my addiction's peak, I was working full-time and my wife was expecting'
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The diet that could cut dementia risk by almost 25%
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'My breasts are so heavy they cause chronic pain but I can't get a reduction'
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'I knew I'd never leave Matt - despite his addiction, he was the right person for me' Video, 37 minutes
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Market town named UK's happiest place to live
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Poppy seller amazed by Instagrammer's £12k gift
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The stuntwoman who became a Hollywood legend – and an action figure
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What do the Jock Scott, the black dose and the butcher have in common? Video, 00:04:25
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Radio 4's Christmas Appeal

St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity supports people facing homelessness across the UK who urgently need your help

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Joey Barton 'thrives on hurting people' says Aluko
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Australia's social media ban for children has left big tech scrambling
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Australia
'I was poisoning myself before endurance events'
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50 years exposing the stark realities of prison life. Audio, 57 minutes
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Why are councils struggling to stay on top of the pothole problem? Video, 28 minutes
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Christmas on the BBC

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The biggest stars and shows to watch this Christmas on the BBC
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Get the festive feels with over 30 hand-picked Christmas playlists
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Entertain the whole family with your favourite festive watches
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Top telly of 2025: Which shows made the list? Video
Unmissable shows and must-watch moments that everyone was talking about this year.
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Why did Skype fall out of favour in a world of global video calls? Audio, 25 minutes
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Chris Eubank Jr and his legendary father reunite to confront their past. Video, 59 minutes
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Ashes to Ashes: DI Alex Drake wakes up to some familiar faces. Video
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Waterstones CEO: I disdain AI-written books, but might sell them if labelled. Audio, 40 minutes
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