Johannesburg is in the middle of a major political crisis.

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Wilko deal to buy firm and save jobs falls through

M2 Capital claimed its £90m offer would retain employees for two years but it failed to file paperwork.

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A Major Overhaul of Prescription Drug Prices

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Inflation Rate in Eurozone Holds Steady

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Today’s Top News: Idalia Brings Less Damage Than Feared, and More

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How to Help Hurricane Idalia Victims

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Spectacular pictures show how rare blue supermoon dazzled the world

The unusual lunar phenomenon can be observed around the world on Wednesday and Thursday.

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Move Notting Hill Carnival to a park - Tory mayoral candidate

The comments by Tory London mayoral candidate Susan Hall follow eight stabbings over the weekend.

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Today’s Top News: Florida Braces for Hurricane Idalia, and More

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Watch: Badgers bounce on trampoline

CCTV recorded the pair frolicking in the back garden of a home in Leicestershire.

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England women's match fees increased to match men's by England and Wales Cricket Board

England's men and women will be paid the same match fees for internationals with immediate effect.

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Free blood-pressure checks in barber shops

The NHS scheme aims to reach more people in the community for important health monitoring.

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Today’s Top News: Trump Gets a Trial Date, and More

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Idalia causes flooding and outages in Cuba on its way into the Gulf of Mexico.

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Hurricane Idalia: Florida’s Evacuation Orders by County

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Adele defends fan who was told to sit down at Las Vegas concert

The star spotted an enthusiastic young fan being told to sit down by guards at her Las Vegas concert.

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Cómo rastrear un pájaro cantor desde Alaska hasta Perú

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Elevating the Humble Hairpin

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America Came on Down, and Bob Barker Was Thrilled Every Time

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Wilko: New bid emerges for stricken retail chain

A private equity firm makes a £90m bid for the business and pledges to retain all jobs for two years.

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Romania gas station blasts kill one and injure many

One person died and dozens of people are injured after two blasts at a liquefied petroleum station.

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The old Scottish pub that found a new life in California

St Mungo Vintners shut in Glasgow in 1974 and its interior gathered dust in a warehouse for decades.

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Ukrainian Commander Urges More Defenses in the Northeast

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Whitesnake guitarist Bernie Marsden dies after illness, aged 72

Marsden co-wrote hits including Here I Go Again and Fool For Your Loving, before going solo.

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Havana Comes to Kentucky

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Fifteen people evacuated as investigation launched into east London fire

The BBC is seeking to confirm a resident's claim that the fire alarm did not sound during the blaze.

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Rugby World Cup 2023: Jacques Nienaber - how exam failure re-routed South Africa coach

Jacques Nienaber is masterminding South Africa's tilt at the Rugby World Cup, leaning on lessons learned as a teenage army recruit.

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Two Arrested After Suspected Arson at Britain’s ‘Wonkiest’ Pub

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US Open: Another Alcaraz-Djokovic epic? Can Gauff challenge Swiatek?

With the final Grand Slam of the 2023 season starting on Monday, BBC Sport looks at the key themes from the US Open.

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Trump's Georgia mugshot quickly becomes a campaign symbol

Within minutes of it being released, it appeared on his website along with a call for campaign donations.

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Rising numbers seek help for energy bill debts, warns Citizens Advice

Citizens Advice has seen a 17% rise in the number of people asking for help with gas and electricity bills.

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Tal vez necesitas un amigo de otra generación

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Dolphin spotters shaken by Ceredigion porpoise killing

A boatload of passengers see several bottlenose dolphins attack the smaller sea mammal.

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Firms urged to stop 'text pests' hassling customers for dates

A third of young people have had unwanted contact after giving firms personal details, data watchdog says.

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China Tries to Increase Its Clout in Africa Amid Rivalry With the U.S.

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Pakistan cable car: Videos of extraordinary rescues caught on camera

Army helicopters and zip line experts were deployed in a dangerous operation that took over 12 hours.

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Microsoft Offers British Regulators Changes to Activision Deal

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Stonehaven crash: Network Rail to face fatal derailment charges

Three people died when a train hit a landslide after heavy rain near Stonehaven in 2020.

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Ariana Grande and Demi Lovato part ways with manager Scooter Braun

The music mogul loses two of his main clients, with reports Justin Bieber is also looking to leave.

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Fukushima: Anxiety and anger over Japan's nuclear waste water plan

Japan wants to release Fukushima's waste water into the ocean - and a lot of people are not happy.

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‘The Effect’ Review: It’s More Than Chemical

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Teenage footballer gives injury payout to Helston foodbank

Osiah, 16, badly broke his leg but decided to donate a £600 insurance payout to a local charity.

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Las elecciones en Guatemala podrían ser cruciales. Esto es lo que hay que saber

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Waitrose offers police free coffees to deter thieves

Waitrose and John Lewis are offering free hot drinks under the "Thanks a Latte" initiative.

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The Post-Vacation Clarity

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Sweden beat Australia to finish third at World Cup

Kosovare Asllani's stunning second-half strike seals victory for Sweden as they beat Australia to finish third at the Women's World Cup at Brisbane Stadium.

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A Town and Its Factory, Fates Entwined

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Women's World Cup final: 'England have to play game of our lives' against Spain - Bright

England have to "play the game of our lives" if they are to win the Women's World Cup, says captain Millie Bright.

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Manchester City: Pep Guardiola says his side would be 'dead' if they spent like Chelsea

Manchester City would be "under scrutiny like you cannot imagine" if they were spending like Chelsea, says boss Pep Guardiola.

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Today’s Top News: A Landmark Summit Between the U.S., Japan and South Korea, and More

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Georgia investigates threats against Trump jury

Personal information of grand jury members who indicted Donald Trump this week were shared online.

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Driverless Car Gets Stuck in Wet Concrete in San Francisco

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Michael Parkinson obituary: Setting the standard for TV talk shows

The award-winning broadcaster's star-studded chat shows became essential viewing for millions.

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El salón de narguile es como una casa para los jóvenes de ascendencia árabe en Detroit

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Trowbridge Rugby Club women's team praised for helping crash victims

The team "undoubtedly saved lives" by using laces to make tourniquets after a crash near their pitch.

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Alec Baldwin: Report casts doubt over Rust actor's account of shooting

Mr Baldwin denies pulling the trigger of the prop gun which went off, killing Halyna Hutchins in 2021.

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Today’s Top News: The Search for Those Lost to Maui’s Fires, and More

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Hawaii fires: First victims named as death toll reaches 106

Lahaina residents Robert Dyckman and Buddy Jantoc are named as the death toll rises to 106.

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Florists Take to the Floor

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How Fire Turned Lahaina Into a Death Trap

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Serve a Drink, Then Save a Life: This Is Restaurant Work During the Opioid Epidemic

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How Library Cards Became the Jay-Z Merch of the Moment

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Take a Bow, Madonna

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Lancashire and Carolina pen pals meet for first time in 70 years

Patsy Gregory, from Lancashire, and Carol-Ann Krause, from South Carolina first corresponded in 1955.

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Today’s Top News: Dry Hydrants as Lahaina Fought Wildfires, and More

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Karen Bardsley: The key battles that could decide Australia v England

In Karen Bardsley's latest column, the former goalkeeper discusses the key battles between semi-finalists England and Australia before Wednesday's showdown.

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PSNI data breach: Civilian worker 'no longer feels safe in home'

The man's name was on a document mistakenly shared by the PSNI that gave details of about 10,000 employees.

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The ‘World’s Happiest Man’ Shares His Three Rules for Life

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Campsite car crash: Six in hospital after Pembrokeshire collision

One person airlifted to hospital, another five taken by road, and cordon is around collapsed tent.

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Rats in the Walls, Baby on the Way

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Huge cardboard building pops up in Newcastle city centre

The structure is made from 1,500 cardboard boxes and rises more than 45ft (14m) into the sky.

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Jacob Zuma Released After Brief Return to Prison in South Africa

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Mary Earps says 'best is yet to come' from England at Women's World Cup

England goalkeeper Mary Earps says "the best is yet to come" from the European champions as they prepare for their Women's World Cup quarter-final.

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Today’s Top News: Wildfires’ Mounting Death Toll in Maui, and More

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Sweden Ousts Japan, Ensuring World Cup Will Have First-Time Champion

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Japan 1-2 Sweden: World Cup semi-finals beckon as Arsenal and Man City stars score

Sweden produce a magnificent performance to book a semi-final date with Spain and end Japan's dreams of winning the Women's World Cup.

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Tributes to British surgeon Kar Hao Teoh killed in South Africa

Surgeon Kar Hao Teoh, who worked at a hospital in Essex, is described as "a friend to many".

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Dozens of Children Die Every Year in Hot Cars. Could Technology Save Them?

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Wilko collapses into administration putting 12,000 jobs at risk

The High Street homeware retailer has been unable to find a rescuer for its 400 stores.

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Hospital waiting list tops 7.5 million in England

Nearly one in seven of the population is waiting as NHS bosses cite impact of strikes by doctors.

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Microphone thrown by Cardi B makes $100k for charity

The rap star hurled the mic after a fan threw a drink at her during a recent concert in Las Vegas

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A Woman Was Attacked by a Snake That Fell From the Sky. Then a Hawk Dove In.

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Police treated after hazardous material found in Glasgow flat

Emergency services staff became unwell following an incident in the east end of Glasgow.

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The Taliban Won but These Afghans Fought On

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Turbulent Waters: How the Black Sea Became a Hot Spot in the War

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Megan Thee Stallion 'will never be the same' after being shot by Tory Lanez

Tory Lanez is set to be sentenced for shooting fellow hip-hop star Megan Thee Stallion in the feet.

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For Dua Lipa, Just Being a Pop Star Isn’t Enough

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New Troubles inquests ordered into five UVF murders

There is new evidence on the shootings in Mid-Ulster over 30 years ago, says the attorney general.

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When the Favor of a Beloved Schoolteacher Turns Sinister

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Jamie Foxx apologises and deletes Instagram post

The actor says he never intended to cause offence after his post was accused of being antisemitic.

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Elvis Presley's coat fetches £128k at Wiltshire auction

The custom-coat once worn by Elvis was bought by a US collector.

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What Mike Epps Learned From ‘Sanford and Son’

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Brighton Pride: Train cancellations and wind and rain

All rail services in and out of Brighton are cancelled, while Storm Antoni will bring wind and rain.

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How QAnon and Jan. 6 Ripped the Conspiracy Theory World Apart

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Ulez: What is it and why is its expansion controversial?

What is London's Ultra Low Emission Zone and why is its expansion being discussed?

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Here’s a look at the bracket for the knockout rounds.

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Bibby Stockholm: Asylum seekers will be on barge in coming weeks - Oliver Dowden

Oliver Dowden tells the BBC he is "confident" remaining issues with the Bibby Stockholm will be resolved.

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Terrorism: What's behind surge in arrests of under-18s?

More young people are being detained over terror-related offences. But some are being helped in time.

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City in Mexico Bans Performances of Songs With Misogynistic Lyrics

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Today’s Top News: A Third Trump Indictment, and More

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