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Hobbies are dead
As if to demonstrate their power, governments of the world seem hell-bent on crushing many of the hobbies that have bought people so much joy for so many years.

West Papuan group urges Jakarta to put words into action on UN visit
A leading West Papua pro-independence group has questioned Indonesia's assertion that a proposed visit by the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights to West Papua is on track.

New video shows Williams handball - but won't end VAR row
A new camera angle shows the ball coming off Nottingham Forest defender Neco Williams' arms as he scores his disallowed goal against Tottenham.

Edu leaves Nottingham Forest after turbulent spell
Global head of football Edu leaves Nottingham Forest after just over a year at the City Ground.

Who will be new Liverpool sporting director - and what issues do they face?
The possible candidates to succeed Richard Hughes - plus the numerous tasks facing Liverpool's next sporting director.

Can Kane buck history and win Ballon d'Or?
History suggests Ballon d’Or winners come from those who have recently lifted one of football's biggest trophies. Can Harry Kane become a rare exception?

Murder arrests over baby girl's death in woodland
Police say they have arrested two men and two women as part of their investigation.

Next wins key appeal to overturn £30m equal pay ruling
A judge ruled Next can pay warehouse workers more because it is harder to recruit and retain them.

'I have chronic cancer but I'm not going to die' - BBC presenter Maryam Moshiri
Moshiri was diagnosed in November 2024 with polycythaemia vera (PV), after her GP noticed irregularities in blood test results.

Faisal Islam: Chancellor's attempts to boost vibes may limit tax rises
The new leadership is trying to maintain both confidence and the promotion of economic animal spirits.

Drinkwater responds to the nagging Cowboys issue
Scott Drinkwater admits defence has been the issue plaguing the Cowboys for years.

Hamilton pensioners going without food, charity says
A Hamilton charity says the high cost of living is forcing some older people to go with little food.

'Off the chart' ambulance calls slow down - but pressure remains
St John is now getting 15,000 calls a week - still well above the roughly 13,000 it would expect to see in a busy winter.

What real estate agents now have to tell buyers about meth contamination
Methamphetamine contamination continues to be a problem for people buying and renting homes, but industry commentators say there are steps people can take to protect themselves.

Pakistan investigate 'discipline and conduct' on England tour
Pakistan begin an inquiry into “discipline and conduct” in the latest twist on a turbulent tour of England.

Thousands turn out in Serbia for funeral of 'Butcher of Bosnia' Ratko Mladic
Mladic was jailed for genocide during the 1990s Bosnian war and the EU warned Serbia not to glorify the convicted war criminal.

Plans for major overhaul of councils halted
Proposals to merge smaller councils to form larger authorities have been paused or withdrawn in a number of areas.

Man, 102, with dementia died after being pushed in pub, inquest told
Phillip Ormerod was taken to hospital in critical condition and later died.

Why the 'Temu Range Rover' is such a threat to Jaguar Land Rover
Job cuts come as JLR faces falling sales and intense Chinese competition while trying to switch to electric vehicles.

Self-described 'genocidal racist monster' jailed after BBC investigation
A former tax worker is sentenced to two years for inciting hatred online.

King makes clear Harry and Meghan remain non-working royals
The letter has been sent to Prince Harry's team, the government, military and Lord Lieutenants, Palace sources say.