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Israeli authorities have indicated that this could be the beginning of a prolonged campaign against Iran.
Israel's PM says it struck Iran at the heart of its "weaponization programme", but Iran insists its nuclear facilities were peaceful.
Israeli leaders might hope Friday's strikes start a chain reaction leading to unrest that topples the Islamic Republic, writes Amir Azimi.
Sir Keir Starmer said he had accepted the recommendations of an audit into the nature and scale of the abuse.
King Charles and Queen Camilla were joined by members of the Royal Family as they waved to cheering crowds.
As buildings burn in Tehran and Tel Aviv, the UK government is facing another crisis, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
The BBC speaks to eyewitnesses and survivors on the ground to reveal what happened when the Air India plane crashed.
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There are currently two "crisis centres" running in the Foreign Office.
Two people are pronounced dead at the scene at Dunkeswell Aerodrome.
German qualifier Tatjana Maria says it is a "dream come true" to reach the Queen's final, where she will meet world number 15 Amanda Anisimova.
Yellow warnings remain in place after heavy rain and storms overnight and the hottest day of the year so far.
Eddie Lyons Jr and Ross Monaghan were shot dead at a bar in Fuengirola in the Costa Del Sol last month.
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NHS Confederation chair Lord Adebowale says his mother's death illustrates inequalities in the system.
Immigration raids on American farms are having ripple effects across the agricultural industry.
Parents and governments are left reeling and at a loss how to protect schools from random, deadly violence.
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South Africa beat Australia by five wickets in the World Test Championship final to end their long wait for a major global title.
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Britain's Emma Raducanu will not play in the Berlin Open as she continues to manage a back problem.
New owner Will Moorcroft is "very proud to have been able to pick up the keys".
Captain Jay Singh Sohal is appointed an OBE for services to the commemoration of Commonwealth soldiers.
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Port Vale sign midfielder Jordan Shipley on a two-year deal following the expiry of his contract at Shrewsbury Town.
Rachel Daly and Emma Bridgewater are among the names on the King's Birthday Honours list.
Presenter Jonathan Wilkes says the longevity of the annual charity football match is "incredible".
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Stoke-on-Trent's social care staff are for their "passion for improving people's lives".
Minister Sarah Jones's pledge comes after the industry is not mentioned in the Spending Review.
Aaron Maguire says he struggles to carry out everyday tasks since he was injured by a mitre saw.
The council says plans to demolish The Maltings shopping centre will be put forward this month.
Port Vale sign midfielder Jordan Shipley on a two-year deal following the expiry of his contract at Shrewsbury Town.
Port Vale sign left-back Liam Gordon after the Guyana international rejects the offer of a new deal at Walsall.
Stoke-on-Trent boxer Nathan Heaney says his comeback fight on 26 July in his home city is one he has to win to keep his career going.
Aston Villa midfielder Rico Richards joins Port Vale on a permanent two-year deal after a loan spell with the club last season.
Port Vale chief executive Matt Hancock says manager Darren Moore will be able to build a squad capable of staying in League One next season.
Seven-time Isle of Man TT winner Michael Rutter has had "a number of fractures" in his spine "stabilised" after a crash in the second Supertwin TT.
Britain's Adam Burgess claims his first World Cup silver medal since 2019 with an impressive showing in La Seu d'Urgell.
The statue of Lemmy in Burslem is set to be unveiled on 8th May 2025.
Scott Bailey, from Crewe, on going blind, graduating Uni, and plans for 2028 Paralympics.
Matt Weigold went down to Stoke-on-Trent College to talk to students about phone anxiety.
Damon Preece gives a tour of the warehouse feeding and furnishing the most vulnerable.
Pamela, from Leek, took a Staffordshire health boss on a bus ride to prove a point.
Deborah Cope's fiancé Ash on how Crewe rower is feeling ahead of finishing challenge.
Stuart George puts your questions to Stoke-on-Trent City Council leader Jane Ashworth.
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Councillor Mark Deaville on the community spirit found in search for missing woman.
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