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The Papers: Labour 'heating bill hypocrisy' and Wallace whistleblower

Sunday's papers include an MP claiming energy costs on her second home and Gregg Wallace allegations.

'The impact of defeat is massive' - what to look out for in Liverpool v Man City

BBC Sport previews Sunday's massive Premier League title game between Liverpool and Manchester City at Anfield.

Capturing the scent of Palestinian life in a bottle

Palestinian perfumers try to evoke memories of a better time with "ingredients" of their heritage.

European Cup winner's medals and memorabilia to go on sale

The items will go under the hammer on 5 December through a Telford-based auctioneer.

The Papers: al 'MPs' historic vote on assisted dying' and 'Notre Dame reborn'

The news of MPs supporting a bill on assisted dying dominates Saturday's front pages.

Murder probe after woman killed in e-bike 'ramming'

Police say a man and woman have been arrested following the hit-and-run crash.

The Papers: MPs in 'once-in-a-decade vote' and Wallace accused over comments

MasterChef presenter Gregg Wallace's misconduct allegations and an assisted dying vote leads the papers.

Meet the longest-serving manager whose boss is his dad

Harrogate Town boss Simon Weaver is the longest-serving current manager in the top four divisions - well ahead of Man City's Pep Guardiola and Arsenal's Mikel Arteta.

Gregg Wallace 'fascinated by my sex life and made lesbian jokes'

A number of workers across a range of shows have approached BBC News with claims about the TV presenter.

'Something special brewing at Slot's remarkable Liverpool'

Arne Slot's Liverpool machine hits top gear to outclass Real Madrid and show something special is stirring at Anfield.

Ex-PM David Cameron backs assisted dying bill

Lord Cameron previously opposed assisted dying but says the current bill "is about shortening death".

UK winner of EuroMillions scoops £177m jackpot

A UK ticket-holder has won £177m on EuroMillions, the third biggest jackpot in British history.

The Papers: Electric car 'chaos' and Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

Problems with the UK's net-zero plans and Israel's deal with Hezbollah lead Wednesday's papers.

Trump threatens China, Mexico and Canada with new tariffs

The president-elect said he plans to impose 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada and an additional 10% on China on his first day in office.

First Lady receives White House Christmas tree

Jill Biden, accompanied by her grandson Beau, welcomed the arrival of the festive fir hailing from North Carolina.

The Papers: 'No more tax rises, insists Reeves' and 'PM in jobs push'

The Chancellor ruling out more tax rises and the PM's pledge to "overhaul" job centres leads the papers.

Why Indians are risking it all to chase the American Dream

A surge in illegal border crossings by Indians into the US has left many puzzled -what’s going on?

‘Pregnant’ for 15 months: Inside the 'miracle' pregnancy scam

Women in Nigeria desperate to conceive are drawn into a disturbing scam involving trafficked babies.

The Papers: 'Budget will put us off hiring' and 'Cabinet assisted dying split'

The ongoing fallout of the Budget's tax rises and upcoming debate over assisted dying lead the front pages.

British man captured while fighting with Ukraine

A video posted online shows a man in military clothing identify himself as James Scott Rhys Anderson, 22.

Wales coach Gatland to learn fate in coming days

Warren Gatland's future as Wales head coach will be part of a review into the Autumn Nations Series by the Welsh Rugby Union.

The Papers: 'Two thirds back assisted dying' and 'Putin ready to cripple Britain'

The upcoming vote on legalising assisted dying and the rising threat of Russia leads several papers.

EasyJet passengers film Iceland volcano lava from above

Down below, a car park was swallowed up by lava and buildings were evacuated, but there was said to be no threat to air travel in the region.

Kate Nash says OnlyFans will earn more than tour

The singer is selling photos of her bottom on the platform because "touring makes losses not profits".

The Papers: 'Business blames budget' and 'UK economy takes hit'

A survey indicating a slowdown in private business activity, which some blame on the government, leads the front pages.

Postecoglou backs Bentancur appeal after 'mistake'

Tottenham head coach Ange Postecoglou says Rodrigo Bentancur is an "outstanding person" who made a "mistake" with his racial slur against team-mate Son Heung-min.

Watkins, Duran & defensive errors - Emery's four tactical dilemmas

BBC Sport takes a tactical look at Unai Emery's Aston Villa struggles after four consecutive defeats.

The Papers: Netanyahu faces arrest and 'lawyer dies from methanol in drink'

Friday's papers are led by the arrest warrant issued by the ICC and the death of a British lawyer in Laos.

Atlas of cells transforms understanding of human body

Scientists are mapping out the 37 trillion cells of the human body and changing what we thought we knew

Fate of Gaetz ethics report uncertain after congressional panel deadlocked

President-elect Donald Trump's pick for the next attorney general is at the centre of a number of allegations, which he denies.

Iran says woman detained after undressing released without charge

Ahoo Daryaei was released from a psychiatric ward into the care of her family, Iranian authorities say.

Son of Norwegian princess arrested on suspicion of rape

The 27-year-old, who is the stepson of the heir to the throne, is in detention in Oslo.

The Papers: PM 'defiant' on Ukraine and 'Clarkson's farmy army'

Fears of escalation in the Ukraine war and the UK farmer's protests feature on Tuesday's front pages.

Harry Kane 'humbled' by statue unveiled near first club

England captain returns to his Walthamstow roots for unveiling ceremony of life-size statue kept hidden for four years.

'London-style' bus services promised for England with £1bn boost

The Department for Transport says funding will be allocated based on levels of deprivation and population.

Senators call for probe into Musk's alleged contact with Russia

Musk’s reported relations with Russia “pose serious questions” about US national security, the Democratic senators argue.

Tyson vs Paul fans 'furious' at Netflix problems

The streaming giant's first foray into live boxing was beset with technical glitches.

North Korean troops in Ukraine ‘grave escalation’, Scholz tells Putin

The German chancellor spoke to Russia's leader for the first time in nearly two years.

How Scotland's human blur Doak left £77m man in daze

Ben Doak ensured Josko Gvardiol endured a taxing time as he shone in Scotland's Nations League win over Croatia, writes Tom English.

I'm the worst parent, Sara Sharif's dad tells jury

Urfan Sharif described his parenting as "very bad" and accepted in court that he was cruel.

'A night of redemption for Carsley offers real hope for Tuchel'

England interim manager Lee Carsley's finest in charge send positive message to incoming coach Thomas Tuchel

Apple accused of trapping and ripping off 40m iCloud customers

Which? is seeking a £3bn payout for UK users as a result of the legal action it is launching.

Brady issues warning over football regulator plans

The government's proposed new football regulator would create a "closed shop" of top sides, West Ham United vice chair Karren Brady warns peers as the Football Governance Bill is debated in Parliament.

‘Adults buying kids toys to escape global turmoil’

Retailers are increasingly targeting the "kidult" market as family finances are squeezed.

'Seminal review can end Premier League deadlock'

EFL chairman Rick Parry tells BBC Sport's Dan Roan about his hopes for the new football regulator as the Football Governance Bill has its second reading before parliament.

Zelda's makers reflect on the princess's first big adventure

Echoes of Wisdom was the first adventure for the princess at the heart of one of Nintendo's biggest series.

An energy efficient home - is it worth the cost?

It can be hard to find good advice on how to make homes more energy efficient.

Israeli strikes on north Lebanon and Gaza kill dozens, officials and rescuers say

At least 20 children are among the dead in attacks north of Beirut and in northern Gaza, officials rescuers and medics say.

Massive sex tape leak could be a ploy for power in central Africa

Dozens of videos involving a senior civil servant in Equatorial Guinea have flooded social media, shocking people in the country.

The Papers: Kate's 'solemn duty' and PM to hold talks with Macron

The Princess of Wales' appearance at the Remembrance Sunday ceremony at the Cenotaph features on several of Monday's front pages.

How and when to get the best view of the Taurid Meteor Shower

The Northern Taurids are at their peak on 11-12 November - but will the clouds part to let us see them?

Is it beginning of the end for Guardiola's Man City dynasty?

Is Pep Guardiola facing his biggest test at Manchester City after a fourth successive defeat at Brighton?

The Papers: Kate 'back on duty' and tax hike 'backlash'

The Princess of Wales' return to public duties and reaction to tax hikes unveiled in Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget feature on several of Sunday's front pages.

Fire, fish and a zombie rabbit: Photos of the week

A selection of striking news photographs taken around the world this week.

'Ghost buses' and cut services: Passengers complain as bus cap rises

The frequency of rural bus services in England has reached a historic low but fares are now rising.

How a Chinese maths 'prodigy' unravelled in cheating storm

A 17-year-old student was hailed as a genius, until it emerged she'd cheated.

More need for exam support leaves schools stretched

Schools are struggling to cope with the logistical hurdles and cost required to make the adjustments.

Forty-three monkeys escape from US research lab

Officials in rural South Carolina say the female rhesus monkeys escaped into the wild after their pen was left open.

Election Results (Part 2): Donald Trump Elected President

Is this the biggest political comeback in US history?

Harris returns to alma mater Howard University on election night

The Democratic nominee retains ties with the historically black university she attended in the 1980s.

Elon Musk to spend election night with Donald Trump

Trump earlier said he was going to host "a very special group of people" in Mar-a-Lago in Florida.

Doctors paid £200,000 overtime to tackle NHS backlog

Some consultants are being paid £200 an hour for working extra hours, a BBC News investigation finds.

Shoplifting levels 'unacceptable', inquiry finds

Cases are underreported and "immediate action" is needed to tackle the crisis, a Lords review finds.

Watchdog says cladding removal deadline may be missed

It says up to 60% of buildings with dangerous cladding have still not been identified.

'Don't delay' making stroke 999 call - NHS

The average time taken to call an ambulance for a stroke was nearly 88 minutes, analysis found.

The Papers: Spanish 'flood fury' and US candidates in 'final push'

Valencia locals confronting the King and Queen of Spain and the US election dominate the papers.

Man arrested for 'racially abusing' footballer

The man is arrested on suspicion of racially abusing a Wigan Athletic player at Brunton Park.

The Papers: 'Labour challenges Badenoch' and 'Lopez backs Harris'

A variety of stories appear in this Sunday's papers, featuring the Royal Family and Kemi Badenoch.

Instagram-famous squirrel euthanised by authorities

New York authorities say Peanut the Squirrel bit a person while it was being confiscated this week.

The Papers: 'King cuts off Andrew' and 'tax blow for care homes'

A range of stories are on the front of Saturday's papers including a new biography about the royals.

Badenoch is favourite, but will she clinch Tory leadership crown?

BBC political editor Chris Mason gives the run down on how the Tory Party leadership result could play out.