Dramatic photos, videos as Dubai sees heaviest rainfall in 75 years
Dubai flooding raises questions about UAE's cloud seeding program
Supreme Court unanimously sets protections in forced job transfers
6 arrested in Toronto gold heist that 'belongs in a Netflix series'
NPR controversy: Editor who alleged liberal bias says he's resigning
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Yahoo News/YouGov poll: Trump's slim lead over Biden evaporates as 1st criminal trial gets underway
Asked which candidate they would vote for “if Trump is convicted of a serious crime in the coming months,” just 36% of voters now say the former president — fewer than ever before.
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Boeing whistleblower tells Congress he 'was told effectively to shut up' as he voiced concerns. Here’s a timeline of the company’s latest problems.
"I'm not here today because I want to be here," Boeing whistleblower Sam Salehpour said at the beginning of his testimony. "I'm here because I felt compelled to come forward. … I have serious concerns.”
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Torrential rain wreaked havoc at Dubai's airport, with video showing a plane battling across a flooded runway
Videos show planes battling through flood waters at Dubai's airport after torrential rain brought operations to a standstill.
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2024 election: Your guide to all the key primaries, debates and what happens next
Up next: Alaska and Wyoming, which are holding Democratic primaries on April 13, followed by Puerto Rico's Republican primary on April 21.
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2024 election primaries: Biden, Trump delegate tracker and updated results
Visual presentation of the 2024 primary election schedule, results in each state and the latest delegate counts for each candidate.
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Timeline: Key legal and electoral dates for Donald Trump
In order to make sense of Trump's often-overlapping election and court dates, we’ve put together a comprehensive timeline that is constantly being updated.
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Harry Potter actor Warwick Davis pays tribute to wife Samantha who died aged 53
The Harry Potter actor describes his wife Samantha as his "favourite human" after she dies aged 53.
2 min read - WorldBBC
The West says China makes too much. Its workers disagree
Migrants are caught in China's manufacturing battles with the West, as Beijing tries to save its economy.
8 min read - WorldBBC
Scrapped climate target is global embarrassment - charities
Ministers are expected to confirm that the aim of reducing emissions by 75% by 2030 has been dropped.
3 min read - WorldBBC
Ride London: Ethiopian pro cyclist to compete while living in asylum hotel
Trhas Tesfay was a champion cyclist in Ethiopia but came to the UK last year to seek asylum.
4 min read - WorldBBC
'Disastrous for village'
People fear that a late-night alcohol licence at the farm shop could spark noise and traffic issues.
2 min read - LifestyleMiami Herald
Restaurants in Miami and Miami Beach named best spots for fried chicken in the U.S.
Are these local spots the best in the U.S. for fried chicken?
3 min read - WorldBBC
German spying: Two suspected spies arrested in Bavaria
The German-Russian nationals are suspected of planning to sabotage German military help for Ukraine.
2 min read - WorldBBC
Calls for security review at illegal Mobuoy dump
Environment officials say people have been getting into the site by cutting padlocks and chains.
3 min read - EntertainmentBBC
Stoke-on-Trent to host its first comedy festival
The two-day festival gets under way in May and will feature a string of acts.
1 min read - WorldBBC
Cocaine and £20k seized in dawn drug raids
Eight people aged between 27 and 56 have been arrested on conspiracy to supply drugs.
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Biden wants to sell blue-collar workers the American Dream of a failing China
In some of his harshest comments ever made about China, Biden called the country "xenophobic" and said it had more retirees than workers.
4 min read - SportsMiami Herald
Sports on TV: Thursday, April 18, 2024
See what’s airing on television today.
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Drivers face delays after crash near Luton
Traffic has been backing up following the crash on Thursday morning.
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Pocklington stately home to become food bank and community centre
Burnby Hall in Pocklington will be transferred to the town council on a 125-year lease.
1 min read - SportsBBC
World Championship 2024: Ronnie O'Sullivan drawn against Jackson Page in first round
Ronnie O'Sullivan will play Jackson Page in the first round of World Championship as he bids for a record eighth title in the modern era.
1 min read - WorldBBC
GP could be struck off after Just Stop Oil protest
Dr Sarah Benn from Birmingham was part of a demonstration at the Kingsbury oil terminal in 2022.
2 min read - BusinessBBC
Fish and chip shop: 'I'm worried my shop won't survive the year'
A local fish and chip shop owner says he has witnessed multiple businesses close in recent months due to rising costs.
3 min read - WorldBBC
Portsmouth: Eastern Road partially shut after sewer bursts again
Eastern Road in Portsmouth was recently closed as part of a £1m Southern Water sewer repair project.
1 min read - BusinessBusiness Insider
Elon Musk's wealth has crashed by over $160 billion from its peak as Tesla's problems pile up
Tesla stock has tanked by more than 60% since late 2021, slashing Elon Musk's fortune from $340 billion at its peak to below $180 billion.
2 min read - WorldBBC
Climate change education needs review, say experts
Cambridge Press & Assessment survey says students need to be empowered with skills and knowledge.
2 min read - SportsBBC
'A real smash and grab'
Former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson believes Real Madrid progressing from their Champions League quarter final against Manchester City was a "real smash and grab". "Real Madrid just didn't go away," Robinson told BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily podcast.
1 min read - USBBC
Columbia University president defends efforts to combat antisemitism
The Columbia University head faced lawmakers' questions as a free-speech debate rages about student protests.
3 min read - SportsBBC
'Arteta must stop season unravelling after Bayern defeat'
Arsenal came into the match against Bayern Munich with their season in danger of falling away. Mikel Arteta accepted before the game that most of his side had not been in this situation before and Bayern showed more know-how in the tie. The result means Arsenal are now winless in nine Champions League away matches from the quarter-finals onwards.
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'Not being themselves in the second half will be the disappointing part'
Former Arsenal defender Matthew Upson believes the Gunners faded in the second half of their Champions League quarter-final second leg defeat by Bayern Munich while their opponents showed their European experience. Joshua Kimmich's fine header sealed the win as Arsenal struggled to create clear-cut chances to fight their way back into the tie. "Bayern showed real European know-how on how to get the job done," Upson told BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily podcast.
2 min read - USBBC
Liberation Day 2024: Guernsey cavalcade route confirmed
More than 100 military vehicles, classic cars and tractors will be taking part in this year's event.
1 min read - SportsBBC
Everton manager Brian Sorensen signs new contract until 2026
Everton manager Brian Sorensen, whose contract was due to expire at the end of this season, commits for a further two years.
1 min read - WorldBBC
Overnight motorway closures to fix storm-hit sculpture
The sail sculpture, which stands between the carriageways of the M275, was damaged in recent storms.
1 min read - SportsBBC
Scottish gossip: Rangers, Hearts, St Johnstone, Lundstram, Goldson, Gray
Rangers midfielder continues talks over a new deal as Hearts are urged to do what the can to keep star striker...
2 min read - WorldBBC
Lincolnshire IT firm's fresh appeal for laptops to send to Ukraine
Tattershall firm Sivill Service has delivered more than 5,000 devices to keep families connected.
1 min read - USBBC
Enfield: Man, 30, charged after police officer stabbed
James Moore, 30, will appear in court charged with grievous bodily harm and drug offences.
1 min read - USBusiness Insider
Google fired 28 employees for staging in-office protests against the company's contract with Israel
Nine Google workers were arrested during protests against the company's joint $1.2 billion contract with Israel.
4 min read - BusinessINSIDER
Red Lobster, home of the endless shrimp, mulls bankruptcy after spoiling its customers with all-you-can-eat lobster: report
Filing for bankruptcy would allow Red Lobster to keep their business going while it reduces its debts and expenses, per Bloomberg.
3 min read - USBBC
Four arrests after assault in Gloucester
Armed police are called to reports of a fight and two people are taken to hospital.
1 min read - WorldBBC
Former pub in Hull to become 24-hour gambling venue
An application for a gambling license has been submitted to Hull City Council.
1 min read - SportsBBC
Meg Lanning: Former Australia captain says weight loss and insomnia led to international retirement
Former Australia captain Meg Lanning says a struggle with weight loss and insomnia led to her international retirement.
2 min read - SportsBBC
'We need to do a much better job'
Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson says "it could be a different kettle of fish" against Atalanta if the Reds avoid making the same mistakes they did in the first leg of the Europa League quarter-final. If Jurgen Klopp's side want to reach the semi-finals they will have to overturn a three-goal deficit at the Gewiss Stadium on Thursday. "We have come here to improve our performance from the last game and try to play better as a team," said Liverpool's number one.
1 min read - WorldBBC
Wellingborough firefighter prepares to run marathon in full kit
Ronnie Sherratt will be running with breathing apparatus and a cylinder on his back.
2 min read - WorldBBC
Family let down by British Gymnastics and York club - report
An investigation found British Gymnastics failed to properly investigate a report of sexual abuse.
3 min read - SportsBBC
'A perfectly executed gameplan from Real Madrid'
Former Premier League goalkeepers Shay Given and Paul Robinson agreed that Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti's gameplan played out perfectly for his side to progress to the Champions League semi finals. The history they have in this competition is unbelievable.
1 min read - SportsBBC
Champions League 5th place: Premier League’s hopes of extra spot take big hit
England's hopes of securing a fifth Champions League spot have taken a big hit over the past two nights.
3 min read - SportsBBC
Richie Murphy: Interim head coach 'very confident' of improving Ulster
Interim head coach Richie Murphy says he remains "very confident" of turning around Ulster's fortunes after a turbulent season.
4 min read - SportsBBC
Ulster SFC 2024: Derry must embrace 'hunted' tag in Donegal quarter-final, says Mickey Harte
Mickey Harte says his Derry side must shoulder the pressure of being the "hunted" against Donegal in Saturday's Ulster Championship quarter-final at Celtic Park.
3 min read - SportsBBC
NBA: Philadelphia 76ers edge past Miami Heat to reach play-offs
Philadelphia 76ers and Chicago Bulls reach the NBA play-offs with victories over Miami Heat and Atlanta Hawks respectively.
2 min read - EntertainmentBBC
Play tells real-life story of one-punch killing
Killer Jacob Dunne hopes Punch will be a legacy to his victim, James Hodgkinson.
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