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Asda trials refills at 'sustainability store'

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 11:04
Shoppers can fill their own containers at the store, as the supermarket tries to reduce plastic waste.

Brexit: Fundraising appeal launched for Big Ben chimes

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 11:03
A crowdfunding project aims to raise £500,000 by the weekend to pay for the bell to ring on 31 January.

Climate protesters block Shell's Aberdeen headquarters

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 10:56
Extinction Rebellion protesters arrived at the base in Altens at about 06:30 and plan to remain there all day.

Scottish FA expected to ban children heading footballs within weeks

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 10:20
Rules could be in place within weeks after a study found ex-players are more likely to die of dementia.

Luke Williams death: Murder charge after Aberaman attack

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 09:56
Luke Williams, 26, died three days after being assaulted in a street in Aberaman, Rhondda Cynon Taff.

Transgender woman settles case against Debenhams

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 07:33
Ava Moore will receive £9,000 from the company after being rejected for a job.

Love Island: How cricket and the reality TV villa are coupling up

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 06:18
Two big events are happening in South Africa right now: Love Island and England's cricket tour.

St Ives beach hole 'needs solution' after fence damage

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 06:00
The hole on the beach in St Ives has been cordoned off for years and "needs a permanent solution".

Sir David Attenborough warns of climate 'crisis moment'

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 05:00
We're at a pivotal point in efforts to tackle climate change, the naturalist and broadcaster warns.

Dog walker in Sutton Coldfield faces missing pets prosecution

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 04:35
Louise Lawford is accused of losing at least five dogs in her care last June in woods in Staffordshire.

Empty business rates relief 'costs £1bn'

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 04:26
Experts say the system pits local authorities - which want stable income - against businesses.

Harry to carry out first royal duties since announcement

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 03:00
The Duke of Sussex is to host the Rugby League World Cup 2021 draw at Buckingham Palace later.

Why are opioids still given for chronic pain?

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 00:44
Opioids work only for some with long-term pain - so why are they still being given to patients?

Jack Lowden: Working with Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson was 'utterly bizarre'

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 00:22
Scots actor Jack Lowden discusses his career following his nomination for a Bafta rising star award.

Crown Court filming ban to be lifted in England and Wales

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 00:19
From inside the Old Bailey, Clive Coleman explains what we can expect once cameras are allowed in.

NHS tells betting firms to stop 'vicious gambling cycle'

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 00:11
Free bets other incentives should be banned to make gambling safer, a letter to companies says.

South Ronaldsay's 'amazing' horse costumes inspire catwalk collection

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 00:10
Girls on South Ronaldsay dress in elaborate outfits at a festival thought to date back at least 200 years.

Indyref2: What does 'once in a generation' mean?

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 00:07
Boris Johnson keeps saying the 2014 indyref was a "once in a generation" event - but what does this mean?

Agriculture Bill: Soil at heart of UK farm grant revolution

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 00:06
Soil protection will be a core issue as the Agriculture Bill returns to Parliament later.

Buddha heirloom returned to Sri Lanka by Hampshire family

Thu, 01/16/2020 - 00:04
Relatives of a Sri Lankan archaeologist return a Buddha relic to a sacred temple 100 years later.

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