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EU Commission sharpens its economic doctrine to counter foreign threats

Spanish victim of Berlin Holocaust Memorial knife attack testifies

EU Commission comes forward with proposal on Kiev reparations loan

UK drops visa requirements for German school trips

Is rapper EsDeeKid really Timothee Chalamet - or is it a conspiracy theory?
People on social media have been comparing the eyes of the rapper and the Wonka star

9 power banks with hidden tricks: flashlights, fans, and mosquito repellant
One of the things that I always carry in my bag or backpack is a power bank. You never know when you’re going to have to top off your phone to get it through the day! But here’s the cool part: technology has evolved in such a way that you...

Lenovo’s Yoga 7i drops to $650 at Best Buy — save $400 on this 2-in-1 workhorse
Are you in the market for a reliable laptop that can handle all types of tasks, whether work-related or not, and you need it to be as versatile as possible? Then you can’t go wrong with this Lenovo Yoga 7i that’s only $650 at Best Buy right now. With this...

WBC title bout for Sheeraz after Crawford stripped
Briton Hamzah Sheeraz will fight for the WBC super-middleweight world title after Terence Crawford was stripped of the belt.

'Only win will do in biggest Test of Bazball era'
England cannot mathematically lose the Ashes in Brisbane, but a 2-0 deficit would mean the urn is as good as gone - this is the biggest Test of the Bazball era, says Stephan Shemilt.

How to see Thursday's full Cold Moon, the last supermoon of 2025
Elizabeth Rizzini has all the details of how to see Thursday's full Cold Moon, the last supermoon of 2025.

Kenyan MPs accuse British soldiers of sexual abuse and environmental destruction
A two-year investigation details disturbing accounts of rape, sexual violence, murders and environmental destruction.

Drunk raccoon found passed out on liquor store floor after breaking in
The intoxicated animal suffered no injuries and was released back into the wild by animal protection once sober.

Where F1 title may be won and lost in three-way fight
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson looks at the key factors that may decide where the 2025 drivers' title is won and lost.

Warning over cosmetic face fillers as scans reveal new details of risks
Placed incorrectly, cosmetic dermal fillers can damage nearby ateries, leading to to skin loss and even blindness, experts warn.

Bomb kills three Pakistani police officers close to Afghan border

Charge 8 devices at once with Anker’s 240W power station (now 31% off)
Your home workstation setup needs an upgrade—but I’m not talking about a new laptop, a new monitor, or even a new chair. I’m talking about something most people don’t even consider: a new charging station that’s designed for modern users and devices. Anker’s 8-in-1 240W charging station is more useful...

Production halted at Chinese factory making 'childlike' sex dolls
The issue is in the spotlight after Shein announced a global ban on the sale of sex dolls with a childlike appearance.

Birmingham was special to my dad - Kelly Osbourne
Ozzy Osbourne will posthumously get the city's top civic honour on the day he would have turned 77.

Salford Red Devils wound up by High Court over debts
Troubled former Super League club Salford Red Devils are wound up by the High Court.

Former EU top diplomat Mogherini accused in fraud investigation
The inquiry centres on allegations of favouritism in EU funding for a training programme at a school headed by Federica Mogherini.

England and Wales in same 2027 Rugby World Cup group
England and Wales are paired up in the pool stages at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, with Scotland and Ireland also drawn together.

Thailand relaxes afternoon alcohol ban to boost tourism
The ban was primarily introduced to stop government employees from drinking during work hours.

The village that turns fishing baskets into a colourful Christmas tree
For 10 years Ullapool has marked the countdown to Christmas with an unusual festive display.