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A leading economist has warned that the economy is at risk of "collapse".
Trump's plan to send troops to Chicago is abuse of power, Illinois governor says
The president said on Friday that he's planning to send troops to Chicago as part of a crime crackdown in several US cities.
Pierce Brosnan felt 'huge responsibility' towards Thursday Murder Club fans
Dame Helen Mirren, Celia Imrie and Sir Ben Kingsley round out a quartet that unites to investigate murder.
Russia blames nuclear site attack on Ukraine as Kyiv marks independence day
A drone attack set fire to a power plant in Russia's western Kursk region, officials say.
Government plans to overhaul asylum appeals system
The government would establish a new and independent body, with the aim of hearing cases more quickly.
National flags have started lining our streets. They may say something more
With St George's and union jack flags appearing on many lampposts, we visit the epicentre of the phenomenon to find out why.
Blue badge holders should not pay airport drop-off fees, charity says
UK airports' charging policies are inconsistent and unfair, says Disabled Motoring UK.
Piper Alpha disaster took my dad - I still took a job offshore
Shane Gorman's dad David was one of the 167 men who died after a gas explosion destroyed the oil platform in 1988.
Were masterpieces worth £100m really found under a pensioner's bed?
An art scholar says the story behind three works is problematic, and now a museum exhibiting them refuses to say if they are genuine.
'Pea allergy almost killed my boy. It's only right to add it to food labels'
Families tell the BBC about their experiences living with allergies as experts call for more allergens to have warning labels.
North Korean leader oversees new missile test, state media says
Two new air defence missiles with "superior combat capability" have been fired in a test observed by Kim Jong Un.
Clarkson for PM, attacks on police dogs: Do Parliament petitions make a difference?
People love signing petitions to get issues they care about debated by MPs - but some can't resist having a laugh.
Why I started getting anti-wrinkle injections at 23
Does it slow down ageing? Or are we being exploited by a multi-billion pound industry?
For orca left in limbo, zoo resorts to sexual stimulation to stop inbreeding
Wikie, 24, and her 11-year-old son Keijo still don't have a new home despite months of wrangling.
My trip to North Korea's 'Benidorm' - flanked by guards and full of rules
Anastasia, one of the first Russian visitors to North Korea's new resort, tells of "immaculate" beaches, meaty meals and strict rules.
How researchers recreated faces of 2,500-year-old skulls found in India
The skulls and other goods were found in massive burial urns near Keeladi in Tamil Nadu state.
How researchers recreated faces of 2,500-year-old skulls found in India
The skulls and other goods were found in massive burial urns near Keeladi in Tamil Nadu state.
Pub and travel bans proposed under sentencing rule changes
Ministers say the reforms are aimed at reducing reoffending and easing pressures on crowded prisons.
Asylum hotel protesters met by counter-demonstrators across UK
Protests over the use of hotels for housing asylum seekers and counter protests have been taking place.