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BBC Jack Murley, from Bodmin, worked with BBC Radio Cornwall from 2019 until 2024 The BBC’s decision to dismiss one of its radio presenters has been found “reasonable” by a judge at an employment tribunal. Jack Murley, from Bodmin, worked at BBC Radio Cornwall from 2019 until 2024, when he …

A golf grand slam is where a player wins all four of the sport’s major titles in their career. The four major titles are the Masters, the Open, the US Open and the PGA Championship. A total of six players in men’s golf have achieved this feat, with Rory McIlroy …

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck off the southern coast of Philippines, prompting tsunami warnings from Philippine and Indonesian authorities. Residents in coastal towns in central and southern Philippines were asked to evacuate as authorities warned of waves over a metre (3.3ft) above normal tide levels. At least one person was …

An on-duty police constable sexually assaulted a woman by “back-handing” her in her private parts and later claimed his actions were intended as a joke, a court has heard. Daniel Gentles, who jurors were told was no longer a police officer, is accused of assaulting the woman “out of the …

ByJonty Colman BBC Sport journalist Ruben Amorim would become Manchester United’s second-longest manager in the Premier League era should he spend three years at the club. The Portuguese has been promised time to prove he is a “great” coach by co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, despite overseeing United’s worst league finish …

Rock band Oasis, who Hatton adored and would later befriend, were building on Manchester’s reputation as a capital of the music world. Manchester United were dominating English football. Hatton was playing his part in the ring and also giving his Manchester City-supporting backers something to cheer while their team struggled …

A black swan which was removed from a historic town after spending nine months terrorising other birds and tourists has already found his “wife-to-be” at a new home. Reggie, nicknamed The Terminator in Stratford, was moved from Stratford-upon-Avon to Dawlish, Devon. Donald Phillips, from the Dawlish Waterfowl Centre, said Reggie …

Residents of an apartment block in Chicago that was targeted in a raid on suspected illegal immigrants have described seeing armed agents in the hallways and a helicopter landing on the roof of the building. One US-born resident told BBC Verify he had his hands zip-tied by officers, before being …

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Pubs and bars in England and Wales could see extended opening hours as the government launches a fast-track a review on “outdated” licensing rules. The plans could make it easier for venues to serve food outside and host more live music, in a bid to “remove unnecessary barriers”. Pub landlords …

Get some help decorating for Halloween with Ring’s Candy Cam version of its new 4K security camera, available this month as a limited edition model for $200. The Halloween-ified version includes both a little costume for the camera and an attachable trick-or-treat bowl for candy. If you can’t stay at …

Alexander Stevanovicat Basildon Crown Court PA Media Lincoln Button’s father and his grandmother said he loved trains and was very happy at school A woman accused of murdering her autistic son at their home broke down in tears as she told a jury about “voices in her head” before his …

The country’s most successful political party, when it comes to winning elections, finds itself in a position as dire as it is unprecedented. They were crushed in a general election and have gone backwards since. The Conservatives’ opinion poll ratings are desperate. Kemi Badenoch’s position as leader remains perilous because …

The desire for Test rugby was a major factor for staying despite falling down the pecking order under previous boss Warren Gatland, who had not selected him since the 2023 World Cup. Asked if there was a temptation to leave due to Wales frustrations, Williams replied: “Yeah, there was definitely …

Getty Images Cars were set on fire during the Ely riots of May 2023 A man accused of rioting in Cardiff two years ago has told a court he is “embarrassed” by the way he behaved. Mckenzie Danks, 22, was giving evidence at the trial of eight people charged with …

Sky-watchers across the globe were treated to a supermoon this week, appearing brighter and larger in the evening sky. A supermoon occurs when the moon reaches its perigee in orbit, meaning it is at its closest point to the Earth. This is a special supermoon known by multiple names. It’s …

Anthony ZurcherNorth America correspondent Watch: Key moments from Pam Bondi’s tense Senate hearing Pam Bondi’s testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee was expected to be a contentious, partisan affair. It lived up to that billing. It was the attorney general’s first appearance at a congressional oversight hearing – and it …

“Now what they think about as they’re controlling our airspace is, ‘How am I going to pay my mortgage? How do I make my car payment? I have a couple kids at home, how do I put food on the table?'” Duffy continued. “‘I’m working six days a week, so …

Novak Djokovic overcame injury issues and sweltering heat as he beat Jaume Munar to continue his bid for a fifth Shanghai Masters title. The 24-time Grand Slam champion appeared to struggle with an ankle injury and called for the trainer on a number of occasions to receive treatment, but persevered …

Adriana ElguetaLondon and Harry CraigLondon TfL Taking cats on public transport is a “shocking” idea, the Cats Protection charity says An animal protection charity has asked Transport for London (TfL) to remove a “disturbing” social media video giving advice to cat owners on how to take their pets on public …