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 Cyclist Sir Chris Hoy announces his cancer is terminal

The 48-year-old Scot says doctors have told him he has between two and four years to live.


https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj4dr9xdxgro 
 Liam Payne's dad greets fans as Cheryl condemns 'abhorrent' media coverage

The Girls Aloud singer shares a seven-year-old son, called Bear, with the One Direction star.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4ye7dz1ddo 
 First UK area where everyone has ultrafast broadband

Before the changes, one resident said it was quicker to send a postcard than message. 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn8ydz5818no 
 Liam Payne's dad greets fans as Cheryl pays tribute

The Girls Aloud singer shares a seven-year-old son, called Bear, with the One Direction star.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4ye7dz1ddo 
 Simon Cowell 'feels empty' after Liam Payne's death

He describes the singer as ‘thoughtful, talented, humble’.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn4ye7dz1ddo 
 Nuno gets three-match touchline ban after red card

Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo is banned from the touchline for three matches following his red card in the draw at Brighton. 

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c4g5dk10g0go 
 Girl fascinated by flames died in accidental fire

Alysia Salisbury had autism and could not recognise the dangers of fire, an inquest hears.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2k3q2j99eo 
 King lands in Sydney on historic tour of Australia

The visit to Australia is the biggest international trip by the King since his cancer diagnosis.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4g917rnk39o 
 Lynette White murderer to be released from prison

Jeffrey Gafoor, who was jailed in 2003, is to be released on licence after being granted parole.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxgz59v8wro 
 Tory politician's wife jailed for race hate post

Lucy Connolly's husband Raymond is a member of West Northamptonshire Council.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp3wkzgpjxvo 
 Lynette White murderer to be released from prison

Jeffery Gafoor, who was jailed in 2003, is to be released on licence after being granted parole.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxgz59v8wro 
 Surprise fall in inflation to 1.7% paves way for interest rate cuts

September's figure comes two weeks ahead of the Budget and will be used to decide how much benefits will rise in April.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxde3779lxo 
 Tuchel appointed England manager

Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel becomes only the third non-British manager of the England men's team.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c79n0ndelgwo 
 England need manager who can deliver trophy - Shearer

England "need a manager who can deliver a trophy", says Alan Shearer after Thomas Tuchel agrees to become the next Three Lions boss.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/ckg2wjx5ledo 
 Reeves looking to find £40bn in tax rises and spending cuts

Filling the £22bn financial "black hole" would only be enough “to keep public services" still, she told a meeting.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cj9jdgprv7ko 
 What happens to disabled people when parents die?

A group of friends with severe learning disabilities are planning a future in a shared home. 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clyleyknxr3o 
 Eidevall resigns as Arsenal head coach

Arsenal confirm that head coach Jonas Eidevall has resigned after just over three years in charge.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cvgl74neq72o 
 Sara Sharif wore hijab to hide injuries, court told

A neighbour found it “unusual” that she was the only member of her large family to wear a headscarf.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn8jnggdj0qo 
 Sara Sharif wore hijab to hide injuries, court told

A neighbour found it “unusual” that she was the only member of her large family to wear a headscarf.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn8jnggdj0qo 
 This young disabled man dreamed of having a job - the system had other ideas

Elliot wants to live independently - but making that happen proved a bigger challenge than he expected.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2kdye8z8llo 
 Al Pacino says 'it's fun' to be a new dad at 84

The Hollywood star discusses fatherhood, The Godfather and playing chess. 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdenwk7p9z1o 
 Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexually assaulting teenager in new lawsuits

Six new lawsuits are filed in New York with allegations spanning from 1995 to 2021. 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2eklxx9y1ro 
 Starmer will pledge to scrap red tape at UK investment summit

The prime minister says he will "rip out" bureaucracy, and ask the competition watchdog to prioritise growth.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3e9yk24w3eo 
 Bouchier's unbeaten 62 helps England thrash Scotland

Maia Bouchier's classy unbeaten 62 helps England move a step closer to the semi-finals of the Women's T20 World Cup with a 10-wicket win over Scotland.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/cricket/articles/cdd4lznq717o 
 'I was told Mr Loverman was too niche for TV'

Bernadine Evaristo's award-winning 2013 novel has been turned into an eight-part BBC drama.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjr378x002po 
 Man's six-year hunt to expose Al Fayed abuse after fiancee said she was a victim

Keaton Stone spent years compiling evidence after his fiancee told him she was a victim of Mohamed Al Fayed.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd6qp41781po 
 Woman dies after falling overboard from cruise ship

A woman in her 20s has died after she went overboard from a cruise ship near the Channel Islands.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8j7v22d40eo 
 What Israel's latest attacks tell us about Netanyahu's next move

A change in the political mood and a US election campaign means Israel senses change in the region

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c7v697l4q39o 
 One missing, five rescued after Thames boat capsizes

Surrey Fire and Rescue Service appealed for the public to avoid the area while the search continued.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ce8dpye4p02o 
 Wales has chance for a fresh start - Plaid leader

Rhun ap Iorwerth says Wales has opportunity to change its government after 25 years of Labour rule.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crkd1p4dmxzo 
 Japanese atomic bomb survivors win Nobel Peace Prize

Japanese anti-nuclear group wins Nobel Peace prize for its campaign to "achieve a world free of nuclear weapons".

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy5y23qgx0qo 
 Lucy Letby told colleague about baby's death in 'gossipy' way, inquiry hears

The nurse told colleagues she had been "exonerated" and asked them to be "supportive", an inquiry hears. 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly2d829dgyo 
 Former Sheff Utd defender Baldock dies aged 31

Former Sheffield United defender George Baldock dies at the age of 31.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c99v5px2nd1o 
 Indian tycoon Ratan Tata dies aged 86

His death was announced by the Tata Group, the multi-billion-dollar conglomerate he led for more than two decades.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjd5835mp4ko 
 Cleverly knocked out of Tory leadership race

Conservative Party members will vote on the final two candidates, with a result due on 2 November. 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cje343q1zy8o 
 Wimbledon axes line judges from 2025

Wimbledon will remove line judges and bring in an electronic line calling system from 2025.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/articles/ce3zg3y23v7o 
 Access NI review needed over McMonagle checks - Gamble

The child protection expert says an independent review is needed after Michael McMonagle admitted child sex offences.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cvg345d13j4o 
 Auschwitz survivor honoured by King dies aged 100

Lily Ebert, taken to Auschwitz in 1944, spent her later years educating people about the Holocaust.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20m8lv8xkeo 
 Florida warned of 'potentially catastrophic' Hurricane Milton impact

The storm briefly reached category five status, and evacuation orders are in place in the US state. 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/crl8e084r9yo 
 Paedophile head may have abused over four decades

Neil Foden may have offended for more than 40 years with four times as many victims as first thought.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czd1jy23177o 
 Murder investigation launched after woman's body found

Mary Ward, 22, was found dead by police officers at her home on Melrose Street on 1 October.  

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy0g394y63eo 
 Gibbs-White, Konsa and Mainoo out for England

England trio Morgan Gibbs-White, Ezri Konsa and Kobbie Mainoo are ruled out of England's Nations League games in October.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c0kj1jv28zvo 
 TGI Fridays rescue deal but 1,000 UK jobs to go

The deal to save the chain will see more than 30 of its restaurants close.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cqxryv2pw40o 
 Labour veteran says 'missteps' to be expected

Former deputy leader Baroness Harman praises Sue Gray after she quits in a government reshuffle.  

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpdqy833584o 
 ‘Perfect storm’ blocking thousands of desperately needed social homes

Housebuilders say they have thousands of social homes ready to be built but no customers to buy them.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czegynwy938o 
 Watch: The Women's Football Show

Highlights from the Women's Super League, including Tottenham v Liverpool.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/live/bbcone 
 Four taken to hospital after taxi hits pedestrians

The collision involving a black cab happened shortly before 14:00 on Union Street in the city centre.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8el9ny195lo 
 Immunotherapy saved my life. Can research improve the odds for others?

Researchers are looking at making immunotherapy a much more effective treatment for cancer.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c153pg278npo 
 Losing children's ward would be 'devastating'

Families say they are worried following plans to reduce the number of beds on a children's ward 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9qv11387qyo 
 Eye and ear checks to be offered to autism students at school

An NHS scheme is bringing checks into special schools to help identify issues sooner.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9vp7wdnpz8o 
 Starmer 'pleased' assisted dying vote will take place

The PM says his views are "well known" but he will look at the details of the bill.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3e9031n142o 
 Bereaved mum urges action to stop tower block falls

Jovanni Peddie, 14, died in 2011 after falling from a tower block on London's Aylesbury Estate. 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c8elp45llz4o 
 UK to hand Chagos Islands to Mauritius after 50 years but will keep military base

In a historic move, the UK gives up sovereignty of a strategic group of islands in the Indian Ocean.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c98ynejg4l5o 
 How domestic abusers use pets to control victims

One survivor says her violent ex-partner threatened to have her pet shot.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czj9kyw4p9yo 
 Workers to keep all customer tips under new law

Bosses must pass on all tips and service charges to staff under new employment rules.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czj9mxnyezdo 
 Traditional steelmaking ends in Port Talbot

The Tata steelworks will stop producing liquid iron as part of a restructure costing 2,800 jobs.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c70zxjldqnxo 
 King reflects on late Queen's final days in Scotland

The monarch called Scotland a "uniquely special place" for the royal family.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdxr5xppx84o 
 Schofield says Cast Away is his last TV appearance

The 62-year-old appeared on the Channel 5 show, which sees him deserted on an island for 10 days.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czxdwv4v1p7o 
 At least 43 dead as Hurricane Helene pummels south-east US

Helene marked one of the largest storms to hit the US, causing widespread devastation across the southeast

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czd13mezz7mo 
 Sinner 'surprised' as Wada launches doping appeal

World number one Jannik Sinner was cleared of wrongdoing after twice testing positive for a banned substance in March.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/articles/c4gr8433527o 
 'Voice of snooker' Everton dies aged 87

Tributes are paid after renowned snooker commentator Clive Everton dies at the age of 87.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/snooker/articles/c5ywgy21pxjo 
 Roads and train lines flooded after more downpours

Drivers have been warned roads could be flooded in areas across England.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn9dj2nry7qo 
 Treasury reconsidering Labour plan for non-dom tax status

The change follows concerns over how much money will be raised, should wealthy foreigners leave the UK.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c04pe3653k7o 
 Starmer steps up call for ceasefire in Lebanon

The prime minister urged Israel and Hezbollah to "stop the violence" in his first speech to the UN General Assembly.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckg9q40e91no 
 Protection officer says he warned Palace about Fayed

More than 200 women say they were raped or sexually assaulted by the former Harrods boss.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp39nl7p031o 
 Britons told by PM to leave Lebanon immediately

The UK is sending 700 troops to nearby Cyprus to prepare for a possible evacuation of its nationals. 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9dyj0n740po 
 Sex Education star cast in Potter-inspired play

Asa Butterfield will portray a fictional young actor who missed out on playing Harry Potter.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c98y1ge08ywo 
 Flood warnings in parts of England as rain relents

It comes after more than a month's worth of rain fell in some areas, causing widespread disruption.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gq4qw7q48o 
 War with Russia closer to end than we think, says Zelensky

The Ukrainian president says his country has to be "very strong" to push Russia to the negotiating table.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cr7582l4015o 
 Somersault touchdown features in NFL's week 3 best plays

Kyren Williams' front-flip touchdown for the Los Angeles Rams features in the NFL's week three best plays.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/videos/cpqz2x0e28po 
 Disabled UUP politician's anger over lack of airport lift

UUP MLA Andy Allen was due to get on a flight from Birmingham to Belfast City but could not board.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cly3jgypzvdo 
 Aldi price match at Tesco - some goods not like-for-like

Some Tesco price-matches have lower proportions of the main ingredient than Aldi's, BBC Panorama finds. 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0m0vrmlzgyo 
 Israel and Hezbollah urged to step back as UN warns of 'catastrophe'

Israel says it will continue military action, as the UN chief raises the risk of Lebanon becoming "another Gaza".

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gd393llg7o 
 Sri Lanka election goes to historic second count

No presidential candidate got the 50% plus one required to win in the first round.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/clyznjz3d78o 
 Israel limits gatherings in north as attacks target Hezbollah

Israel says the move is needed because it expects the Iran-backed Lebanese group to escalate rocket attacks.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gd393llg7o 
 Fayed was 'a monster enabled by Harrods', says accusers' lawyer

Lawyers representing victims say the store should "take responsibility" after sexual abuse allegations emerge.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c89lxz09jzjo 
 Tornado in Hampshire town damages properties and blows over trees

Footage of the tornado in Aldershot was captured on residents' doorbell cameras. 

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy89x9v0n7eo 
 Bigots not welcome in Reform UK, says Nigel Farage

The Reform UK leader says the party needs to "professionalise" after winning its first MPs in July.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c20j3428vyyo 
 Construction giant collapse sees 2,200 jobs cut

The UK operations of the construction group ISG collapsed into administration on Friday.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c07nke2e9ego 
 Dyche working under 'very difficult' circumstances - Everton chief

Manager Sean Dyche is working under "very difficult circumstances" amid Everton's worst start to a league season in 66 years, says the club's director of football Kevin Thelwell.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cx2kpn19ey1o 
 What we know about the walkie-talkie explosions

The attacks left at least 32 dead and thousands injured, but how the blasts occurred remains unclear.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz04m913m49o 
 Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games - What do we know so far?

Full details are expected to be released soon when the proposals are confirmed by the Commonwealth Games Federation

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czj978gnmgpo 
 Keir Starmer's top aide Sue Gray paid more than the PM

A row breaks out within government after the prime minister's chief of staff is given a pay rise.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx247wkq137o 
 Sean 'Diddy' Combs denied bail in sex-trafficking case

The musician allegedly plied victims with drugs to keep them “obedient” in days-long parties called "Freak Offs".

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y3x50jy15o 
 Murder arrests after death of baby boy

A woman, 26, and man, 25, have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a baby died.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy0lg5yvxl4o 
 Brexit deal impact in UK is worsening, warn economists

The findings come from a report covering the three-year period after the Brexit deal was signed.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd988p00z1no 
 How apparent assassination attempt unfolded... in 60 seconds

Donald Trump has been targeted in an alleged assassination attempt, for the second time in a matter of months.

https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/czd11ryq9rjo 
 Baby Reindeer stars win big at Emmy Awards

The hugely popular but highly contentious British TV hit wins four trophies in Los Angeles.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c98yyp9xyepo 
 Huw Edwards due in court for sentencing hearing

The disgraced BBC News presenter could be sentenced for charges involving indecent images of children.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgm7dvv128ro 
 GB's Davis Cup Finals hopes over as Evans & Draper lose

Great Britain miss out in the Davis Cup knockout stages against Canada after Dan Evans and Jack Draper suffer defeats.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/articles/cglkk28p460o 
 GB's Davis Cup Finals hopes over as Evans & Draper lose

Great Britain miss out in the Davis Cup knockout stages against Canada after Dan Evans and Jack Draper suffer defeats.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/articles/cglkk28p460o 
 Deliberations over Casement were  a pantomine - GAA president Burns

The UK government says it will not fund the redevelopment of the west Belfast stadium in time for the 2028 Euros.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5ed55qezeo 
 I met Harry as he turned 30. A tumultuous decade later, here's how he's changed

Out of the spotlight in California, more charity and media work is likely - but will he mend family bonds?

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn5zrl4gew7o 
 Strictly returns, but no mention of controversies

A brand new set of celebrities hit the dancefloor, after a rocky few months for the BBC One show.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgvw2rx84vo 
 Man behind Wales' 20mph limit admits mistakes

Lee Waters tells BBC that Wales' policy has saved lives - but he would have done things differently.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c70j0gv5xpdo 
 US claim record four-point Solheim Cup lead over Europe

World number one Nelly Korda leads from the front as the United States dominate a disappointing Europe on the opening day of the Solheim Cup at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/golf/articles/cze5e7xz216o 
 Two men charged over stolen Banksy artwork

The artwork was stolen from a central London art gallery on Sunday night.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckgjg0zzypeo 
 'What a perfect world': First private spacewalk a success

"From here Earth sure looks like a perfect world," said the first private citizen to perform a spacewalk

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c86l6j2w865o 
 NHS must reform or die, Starmer to say after major report

People have "every right to be angry", Sir Keir Starmer to say, as review criticises state of the health service.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3w6g0gzw40o 
 Last night in jail for some prisoners before early release

Releases are due to begin on Tuesday as governors unlock cells under the plan to free up 5,500 beds.

https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cq5dn9jg5elo 
 Sinner storms past Fritz to win first US Open title

Jannik Sinner holds off a late charge from American Taylor Fritz to win the US Open and secure his second Grand Slam title.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/articles/cje259yn5w5o 
 Sinner storms past Fritz to win first US Open title

Jannik Sinner holds off a late charge from American Taylor Fritz to win the US Open and secure his second Grand Slam title.

https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/articles/cje259yn5w5o