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Yoghurt pouches recalled over fears of plastic contamination
The issue came to light after consumers complained pouch nozzles had broken and pieces of plastic were in the yoghurt.

Barking mad? Milei's attachment to 'dead' dog raises sanity worries

At least 70 people killed by flooding in Kenya as more rain is expected through the weekend

EU Commission to provide another €68m in aid for Palestinians in Gaza

Israel's National Security Minister Ben-Gvir injured in car accident

King Charles to resume public duties after progress in cancer treatment
The King will begin next Tuesday with a symbolic trip to a cancer treatment centre.

Injured man gives up waiting for help after seven hours at hospital ED
Facing an all-night wait, Binn Wharton went home. By the time he was seen the next day, he was nauseous, shaking and needed IV antibiotics.

'Questions for PSNI' over Simpson investigation
Katie Simpson, 21, died in Altnagelvin Hospital following an incident in Lettershandoney in August 2020.

'Disgusted' Milkins throws cue after missed red
Robert Milkins throws his cue to the ground in disgust after missing a red during his World Snooker Championship second-round match against David Gilbert.

Crucible 'will be retired' before me, says Higgins
Four-time world champion John Higgins says he will not be retiring and expects to outlast the Crucible in snooker by playing into his 50s.

Two UK men charged with helping Russian intelligence after suspected arson attack
It comes after a Ukraine-linked business in London was targeted in a suspected arson attack.

Most Army horses to return to duty 'in due course'
Two military horses were seriously injured and "continue to be closely observed" the Army says.

Who is Ash Regan, the woman who could be key to Yousaf's fate?
The Alba Party MSP could play a crucial role in whether Humza Yousaf continues as first minister.

Trump witness more uncomfortable in cross-examination
Ex-tabloid publisher David Pecker is facing questions about how he worked with Trump during the 2016 election.

Free speech vs hate speech: Victoria University postpones debate after student backlash
Victoria University postponed the event, fearing it could become a platform for hate speech.

Burkina Faso suspends BBC over HRW report on alleged mass killings

Ritual Offerings, Hallucinogenic Plant Found Under Ancient Maya Ball Court

Antony Blinken says China helping fuel Russian threat to Ukraine
The US Secretary of State says he had made clear to his counterparts they were "helping fuel the biggest threat" to European security since the Cold War.

Lending changes, investors still locked out: What is happening with the NZ housing market this week?
Analysis - The odds are still stacked against property investors, as market conditions continue to favour first-home buyers.

Surprise second chance for disgraced Fiji MP
Fiji has been thrown yet another curve ball in the world of politics.

Son's death in terror attack 'still feels so raw'
Jan and Gary Furlong want action from authorities after their son and two other men were murdered.

Sutton's Premier League predictions v Ride
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Ride's Andy Bell & Steve Queralt to make predictions for this weekend's Premier League games.

Klopp likes the way Slot's Feyenoord play football
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says he likes the way Feyenoord manager and potential successor Arne Slot's team play football.

Veteran who survived 'hell on Earth' dies aged 101
Walter Nixon was 20 when he served on the frontline at the Battle of Anzio in Italy in 1944.

Former ICJ head explains court’s ruling on Gaza genocide case
Joan Donoghue speaks to BBC Hardtalk about the case brought by South Africa to the ICJ over alleged violations of the Genocide Convention by Israel.