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Letter making claims about Meghan's father written by his ex-wife, BBC understands

Roslyn Loveless, who has since died, divorced Meghan's father in 1975. Meghan said she had been informed about the "disturbing allegations" in 2018....

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Isak finally living up to price tag as Liverpool patience rewarded

Alexander Isak scores his sixth Premier League goal of the season as Liverpool make it four wins out of their last four under Andoni Iraola....

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Carrick future under major threat - can he survive?

Michael Carrick's future as Manchester United manager is under major threat following the home loss to Bournemouth on Sunday....

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England lose to Pakistan after improbable last-wicket stand

England somehow lose another one-day international from a seemingly unbeatable position thanks to an improbable last-wicket stand by Pakistan in Lahore....

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Venezuelan opposition leader María Machado returns after months in exile

Machado had left the country just a month before the US government seized Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro....

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Suspect in deadly Paris suburb shooting sent for psychiatric observation

He will be observed to evaluate whether his "psychiatric health is compatible with pursuing his interrogation", authorities said....

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Early reports suggest record high turnout in Serbia elections

Serbia is heading to the polls as a student movement attempts to oust longtime populist leader Aleksandar Vučić....

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Couple were celebrating anniversary before Bahamas tragedy

Leanne Gregory, from Stapleford in Nottinghamshire, died trying to save her sons swept out to sea....

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Russia to host first Olympic federation world event since Ukraine invasion

The International Weightlifting Federation becomes the first Olympic federation to choose Russia to host a world championships since its invasion of Ukraine....

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Four-year-old girl dies after fall from tower block

Paramedics gave first aid at the scene on Saturday morningb ut the child later died, police say....

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Fernandes dropped to Man Utd bench - was Carrick right?

Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes is dropped from the starting XI for Sunday's game against Bournemouth following his criticism of manager Michael Carrick....

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Police using AI risks making discrimination worse, researchers warn

AI tools learn from biased records and may deepen discrimination against minorities without oversight, researchers say....

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Anderson stops short of retiring after Lancashire exit

James Anderson expresses sadness at being released by Lancashire, but stopped short of confirming the end of his legendary playing career....

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The penguins are noisy, the people fantastic - what it takes to be an Antarctic postmaster

George Clarke from Bristol will run the post office at Port Lockroy in Antarctica from October to March....

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Watch Match of the Day on iPlayer

With Chelsea v Spurs, Arsenal v Everton, Villa v Man City and Coventry v Fulham...

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Musk says SpaceX restricted Ukraine's Starlink connection as service restored

The tech billionaire accuses Ukraine of violating its terms of service by using the network for military activity....

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What Man Utd need now is stability, not more changes - Pulis

BBC Sport columnist Tony Pulis explains why Bruno Fernandes' comments after Manchester United's defeat by Como showed how hard it must be to run the club at the moment....

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Why are Liverpool struggling for Premier League goals?

Liverpool have scored 15 goals in four cup games this season, but have managed only nine goals in seven Premier League matches....

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Four ways Labour could raise money in the Budget without hiking income tax

Chancellor John Healey may need to raise money to boost his fiscal headroom - BBC Verify examines what options could be on the table....

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The Papers: 'Cops didn't share letter' and Burnham 'open' to EU free movement

The latest on claims agianst the father of the Duchess of Sussex and comments from the PM on EU free movement feature on Sunday's front pages....

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Ukraine depends on Starlink - can Europe plug the gap?

Ukraine needs another satellite internet service, but a decent alternative to Elon Musk's network doesn't exist - yet....

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Israel to close West Bank crossings on election day as crackdown escalates

The Israeli Defense Forces announces restrictions on the movement of Palestinian workers in the run-up to Tuesday's election....

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Almost 1,000 arrested as clashes follow another day of mass protests across France

Hundreds of thousands took part in demonstrations in France, with protests also taking place in other European countries....

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Gunmen kill at least 10 villagers and loot shops in northeast Nigeria

Police are searching for other casualties, with officials warning the actual death toll could rise further....

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Budget to include £1bn for social and affordable housing

The move will take funding for the 10-year programme to more than £40bn....

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Meghan broke contact with father in letter citing abuse claims

Sources close to the duchess said she warned her father last year that he would never meet his grandchildren....

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Students like new tenancy freedoms - but landlords warn of higher rents

The Renters' Rights Act gives greater flexibility to leave a tenancy but the changes have posed challenges for student landlords....

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Antonelli stands on brink of history in Austin

Kimi Antonelli can become the youngest F1 world champion on Sunday, but far from feeling the pressure he says he is enjoying himself more than usual....

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Burnham open to 'honest discussion' on EU free movement

The PM said he wants a "factual" and "evidence-based debate" about returning to free movement between Britain and Europe....

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Voters in Brazil to choose between Lula and Bolsonaro's son

Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of Brazil's jailed former president, is presenting a strong challenge to Lula, 80, who is seeking a fourth term in office....

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Rosebank: Life on the oil field at the centre of a political storm

Scotland editor James Cook finds out what life is like on board a ship in an untapped oil field awaiting its fate....

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Antonelli takes US pole on weekend he can win title

Kimi Antonelli secures pole position for the United States Grand Prix on the weekend on which he can potentially clinch his first world title....

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Obama hits campaign trail for Democrats as midterm elections approach

"This election is our last best chance to at least rein in some of the foolishness of this administration," Obama said....

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Watch: Match of the Day

Highlights from five Premier League games, with last season’s top two both in action....

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Highest position since early January - are Spurs finally on way back?

Tottenham end Saturday's Premier League action in 12th place, their highest league position since 2 January. Are they finally on their way back?...

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Watch: Fireworks and tear gas as protesters and riot police clash in Paris

Europe correspondent Nick Beake reports from Paris where mostly peaceful protests turned into unrest after nightfall....

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Spurs pick up rare Stamford Bridge win as Palmer sent off

Tottenham picked up just their second victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in 36 years with a 2-0 victory, as the host finished with 10-men after a record card for Cole Palmer....

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UK braces for worst of Storm Boelo as amber warnings due to come into force

Scotland, parts of northern England and Northern Ireland are forecast to be hit with the strongest winds from the country's second storm in as many days....

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Penders error, Palmer sees red - player ratings for Chelsea v Spurs

Goalkeeper Mike Penders endures a difficult first Premier League start, scoring an own goal in Spurs' 2-0 win at Chelsea. Here's how we - and you - rated the players....

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Leaving the technical area? Arteta has the receipts

Wandering Premier League managers beware, Arsenal's Mikel Arteta has compiled a dossier of bosses leaving their technical area....

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Hayen sacked by Burnley after just 14 games

Nicky Hayen is sacked after just 14 games in charge at Burnley following a poor start to the season....

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Palestinian families displaced as Israeli forces demolish Hebron homes, local officials say

The crackdown follows the killing of two Israeli soldiers by two Palestinian gunmen on Friday - and comes just days ahead of Israel's election....

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From Chelsea reject to Watkins 'upgrade' - Jackson makes fast Villa start

Nicolas Jackson continues an excellent start to his Aston Villa career with a match-winning double against Manchester City....

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Watch: Fire engulfs Hitler's mountaintop Eagle's Nest retreat

Police in the southern German state of Bavaria have detained a 33-year-old German man following the fire....

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Plan for Northern Olympics to get £7m in Healey's Budget

The full feasibility study will look in detail at how hosting the Games in northern England could work....

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Arsenal relieve pressure with Spurs win - can they kick on now?

Arsenal end their five-match winless run in the Women's Super League with victory at Tottenham - but can they kick on now?...

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Man City's leaky defence highlights Donnarumma & Guehi struggles

Manchester City's 100% winning start to the Premier League season comes to an abrupt end against Aston Villa - leaving Enzo Maresca with glaring defensive issues to resolve....

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