Uncovering the men who hid a note in a Scottish lighthouse 132 years ago

Experts poring over censuses and newspaper archives have built up a rich picture of their lives.

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Trudeau at Mar-a-Lago to meet Trump after tariff threat

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is making a surprise visit to Florida as Canada seeks to the avoid blanket tariffs threatened by the president-elect.

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The Trump Trials... Cases Closed?

Is Donald now above the law?

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Chris Mason: Politicians wrestle with an issue of conscience

If the bill passes, it will become one of the biggest talking points at Westminster of 2025.

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Kneecap wins discrimination case against UK government

A funding award of £15,000 to the band was blocked by former Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch.

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Bashir 'not perfect' and 'learning on the job'

England off-spinner Shoaib Bashir says he is "not perfect" and "learning on the job" after his four wickets on the opening day of the first Test against New Zealand.

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Czech billionaire closes in on deal to buy Royal Mail

Daniel Kretinsky is understood to have offered a series of concessions to the UK government.

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Lammy plays down criticism of Chagos Islands deal

The UK foreign secretary dismisses criticism of the agreement as "politicking" before elections.

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South Korean star's baby scandal sparks national debate

Revelations that the actor had a baby outside marriage have shaken up ideals of the "traditional" family.

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Tartan and hysteria: Musical tells story of Scotland's biggest boyband

Shang-a-lang - Hits of the Bay City Rollers get the Mamma Mia treatment in a new theatre show.

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World's oldest man dies aged 112

John Tinniswood died at his Southport care home "surrounded by music and love", his family said.

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'I'm more out than in' - Salah disappointed by lack of Liverpool offer

Egypt forward Mohamed Salah says his future at Liverpool is 'out of his hands' because he is yet to be offered a new deal.

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Girl, 8, seriously injured in London shooting

An eight-year-old girl and a man are seriously injured in a shooting, Met Police say.

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'In eight years we never lived like this' - what is wrong at Man City?

After Man City's 4-0 humbling to Tottenham made it five defeats in a row, BBC Sport looks at what is going wrong for the Premier League champions.

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India maintain dominant position over Australia

India's openers ensure they maintain their dominant position against Australia with an unbroken century stand on day two of the first Test in Perth.

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'Brilliant stuff!' - Bumrah removes Khawaja & Smith with back-to-back balls

India captain Jasprit Bumrah strikes twice in two balls removing Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith to reduce Australia to 3-19 in during the first Test between Australia and India in Perth.

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Double Olympic champion Brownlee retires aged 36

Two-time Olympic triathlon champion Alistair Brownlee announces his retirement from the sport at the age of 36.

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'Ambulance delays made me a widow at 28'

Aaron Morris, 31, died following a crash in County Durham in 2022, but could have been saved.

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Federer pays tribute to Nadal for 'epic career'

Roger Federer says Rafael Nadal "made the whole tennis world proud" during his "epic career" before the Spaniard's retirement.

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Biden allows Ukraine to strike Russia with American long-range missiles

But why now? And what could this mean?

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Twins with heart failure cannot get same treatment due to where they live

Nicole and Farrah live just 32 miles from each other in Northern Ireland, but are in different health trusts.

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Record numbers seek help with water bills

Some 1.6 million households were on social tariffs last year but support varies depending on where you live.

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Residents of Lebanese border town 'determined to stay' as rockets fly above

The residents of Rmeish have decided to stay despite the fighting raging all around them.

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Greek police criticised for treatment of England fans

Local police in Athens are said to have used riot shields and tear gas to control England fans before the Nations League fixture with Greece.

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Does Kane's criticism expose England cracks?

Harry Kane's thinly veiled criticism of England absentees increases current sense of drift, writes Phil McNulty.

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'We scrum to dominate' - behind the eight-man Boks machine

What is the secret behind South Africa’s eight-man machine – arguably the most formidable and feared scrum in rugby?

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MOTD has been a big part of my life - Lineker

Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker speaks to BBC Breakfast's John Watson as the flagship football show celebrates its 60th birthday. Lineker has been presenting the show for 25 years since 1999.

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New plant captures carbon dioxide for fizzy drinks

The new electricity plant plans to use the gas rather than releasing it into the atmosphere.

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'Traitors' poster put up at Michelle O'Neill's office

O'Neill was the first senior Sinn Féin figure to take part in an official Remembrance Sunday ceremony.

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Squid Game director was so stressed on set he lost nine teeth

The South Korean hit drama returns for a second season in December.

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Two dead after electric bike catches fire in house, firefighters say

A pedal bike was converted into an electric bike and stored in the hallway, the fire service said.

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Top restaurant bosses warn Budget could force job cuts

Hospitality bosses are calling for changes to what they describe as "unsustainable" tax rises.

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'My £750 vouchers are useless after restaurant closure'

Customers are told their vouchers are non-transferrable and to contact their banks.

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A disabled South Park character from 24 years ago is getting me harassed today

I have felt the shadow of Timmy since childhood - but never imagined the name would be hurled at me by strangers in my 30s.

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The Entertainer axes new shops after Budget tax rise

The toy retailer says higher costs have hit expansion and led to a hiring freeze at its head office.

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MP Mike Amesbury charged with assault in street

MP Mike Amesbury is charged with assault after a video emerged of him appearing to punch a man.

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Germany engulfed by political crisis as Scholz coalition falls apart

Europe’s most powerful economy is left rudderless, when EU leaders are nervous about a new Trump presidency.

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Sainsbury's and M&S warn Budget may push up prices

A number of major firms have warned over the impact of higher National Insurance costs.

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House prices at record high, says Halifax

Despite the increase, the lender warns mortgage costs could remain "higher for longer" following the Budget.

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How Kuhn is 'showing Celtic what he's got'

Nicolas Kuhn is described as the outstanding player in Scottish football this season after his two-goal display in Celtic's 3-1 Champions League win over RB Leipzig.

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Primark owner profits jump despite summer washout

It said clothes sales in the UK and Ireland grew despite dampened demand for beach and swimwear.

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Selena Gomez was 'more nervous than ever' for new musical role

Critics suggest Spanish-language musical Emilia Pérez could become Netflix's first Oscar-winning film.

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At least 10 dead after volcano erupts in Indonesia

Officials say several villages have been evacuated after the eruption on Sunday.

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Drake's beef with former Toronto Raptors All-Star explained

The rapper and Toronto Raptors fan has taken aim at one of his team's former All-Stars. But why?

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Watch: MP takes on pro-MMA fighter in charity bout

Watch: Will Stone MP grapples with a pro-MMA fighter to raise money for a mental health charity.

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Strictly's Tasha Ghouri in tears over online hate

Ghouri, who was born deaf, said she received an onslaught of hate after appearing on Love Island in 2022.

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Kemi Badenoch announced as new Tory leader

The former business secretary is the first black woman to lead a major political party in the UK.

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Man with cerebral palsy lands Primark modelling gig

Elliot Caswell, who has cerebral palsy, booked a modelling job after a BBC documentary explored his difficulties finding work.

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'Relaxed' Boulter reaches Hong Kong semi-final

British number one Katie Boulter powers through to the Hong Kong Open semi-finals with a 6-4 6-0 win over Anastasia Zakharova.

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