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Inquiry announced to investigate Leeds NHS maternity failings
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Housing secretary says 'job on the line' over 1.5m housing target
Housing secretary tells BBC Panorama widespread scepticism will make hitting target "all the sweeter".
Chancellor says Brexit deal caused long-term damage to economy
Rachel Reeves made the comments about the 2020 deal at a key meeting of the world's leading finance ministers and central bankers.
Two dead after cargo plane skids off Hong Kong runway into sea
The Emirates flight hit a vehicle on the ground as it landed at the international airport.
UK military to get powers to shoot down drones near bases
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Israel says it will return to ceasefire after Gaza strikes
Israel and Hamas accused one another of breaching the deal, which came into force on 10 October.
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Bereaved families call for inquiry into government response to suicide websites
Campaigners say at least 133 people have died in the UK after being exposed to a toxic substance promoted by online forums.
Bereaved families call for inquiry into government response to suicide websites
Campaigners say at least 133 people have died in the UK after being exposed to a toxic substance promoted by online forums.