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Fayed was 'a monster enabled by Harrods', says accusers' lawyer


Lawyers representing victims say the store should "take responsibility" after sexual abuse allegations emerge.

Sep 20, 2024

PM will no longer accept donations to pay for clothes


The prime minister has been embroiled in a growing row over accepting clothing gifts from a Labour peer.

Sep 20, 2024

Israel investigates after its soldiers filmed throwing bodies off roof


The IDF says the incident does not "conform" to its values, while Palestinian officials say it is a "crime".

Sep 20, 2024

'Our husbands didn't go to war for Ukraine so we can sit around crying'


A study suggests 54% of Ukrainians suffer from PTSD as Russia's war of conquest grinds on.

Sep 20, 2024

Construction giant collapse sees 2,200 jobs cut


The UK operations of the construction group ISG collapsed into administration on Friday.

Sep 20, 2024

Bigots not welcome in Reform UK, says Nigel Farage


The Reform UK leader says the party needs to "professionalise" after winning its first MPs in July.

Sep 20, 2024

Peppa Pig, Thunderbirds and Dalek voice actor David Graham dies


He provided the voice for characters in TV series including Peppa Pig, Thunderbirds and Doctor Who.

Sep 20, 2024

Cinnamon the capybara captured in pond


Cinnamon has been on the run for a week after escaping her enclosure at Hoo Zoo, Telford.

Sep 20, 2024

Police watchdog sorry over Hillsborough letters


The Independent Office for Police Conduct was accused of being "degrading and cruel" in its correspondence.

Sep 20, 2024

UK thunderstorm warnings: Heavy rain, lightning and hail mark end of warm spell


The week is ending with a bang in the southern half of the UK as the warm spell concludes with lightning, hail and heavy rain.

Sep 20, 2024

It feels good to change Fayed's legacy, says survivor


Speaking at a news conference on Friday, Natacha described the escalating abuse she experienced at the hands of her former boss.

Sep 20, 2024

More women tell BBC they were sexually assaulted by ex-Harrods boss


Melanie is among a growing number of former employees to tell the BBC they were attacked by Mohamed Al Fayed.

Sep 20, 2024

What we learned from Fayed sex abuse press conference


From threats to fear and sexual health checks, lawyers alleged systematic abuse of dozens of women.

Sep 20, 2024

Watch: Al Fayed: Predator at Harrods


Investigating alleged serious sex abuse of Harrods staff by former boss Mohamed Al Fayed.

Sep 20, 2024

Hezbollah device explosions: The unanswered questions


The sabotage of thousands of pagers and walkie-talkies has raised many who, what and whys.

Sep 20, 2024

Russia’s war dead tops 70,000 as volunteers endure ‘meat grinder’ strategy


More than 70,000 Russian soldiers have died in Ukraine - volunteers now make up the highest number of deaths.

Sep 20, 2024

The crypto bros who dream of crowdfunding a new country


How a group of Silicon Valley tech entrepreneurs plan to create "the network state."

Sep 20, 2024

China spent millions on this new trade route - then a war got in the way


The BBC visits the border with Myanmar, where a war is raging on China’s doorstep.

Sep 20, 2024

Sir Alex Ferguson on how he keeps his own mind sharp as he helps dementia cause


Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson talks to BBC Breakfast about helping families affected by dementia. He was speaking as part of National Playlist Day,

Sep 20, 2024

Watch: Woman flees after running man over with his own Porsche


She posed as a potential buyer for the car, in Mississauga, Canada, before hitting the owner and fleeing.

Sep 20, 2024

Weekly quiz: Who were the big winners at the Emmys?


Test how closely you've been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days.

Sep 20, 2024

Tornado in Hampshire damages properties and blows over trees


Footage of the tornado in Aldershot was captured on residents' doorbell cameras.

Sep 20, 2024

Peanut allergy warning over dips and sandwiches


People with a peanut allergy are advised to avoid eating foods that may contain mustard.

Sep 20, 2024

Sky Glass customers complain as TVs won't turn on


The company has apologised to Sky Glass and Sky Stream customers encountering issues.

Sep 20, 2024

Harris says anyone breaking into her home is 'getting shot'


The Democratic presidential nominee has discussed her gun ownership in a jokey exchange with Oprah Winfrey.

Sep 20, 2024

Flight diverted after passenger finds live mouse in meal


The furry stowaway forced a Scandinavian Airlines plane to make an emergency landing.

Sep 20, 2024

Fussy eating down to genes not parenting, study says


Genetics influence how adventurous or fussy a child is about food, the large study suggests.

Sep 20, 2024

The cancers with longest treatment waits revealed


Patients with bowel, gynaecological and head and neck cancers are more likely to face delays.

Sep 20, 2024

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Succession: The secret battle for the Murdoch empire


The media mogul is taking on three of his children in court

Sep 20, 2024

The 1500th Episode


And Starmer insists he’s “completely in control”

Sep 20, 2024

'Gladiator' Joshua heavier than Dubois at weigh-in


Anthony Joshua was slightly the heavier man than Daniel Dubois as the heavyweights weighed in for their world title fight on Saturday.

Sep 20, 2024

Surrey win County Championship for third year running


Surrey win a third County Championship title in a row after Somerset lose at Lancashire.

Sep 20, 2024

Arsenal's Raya stops penalty with 'outstanding' double save


Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya stops Atalanta from going ahead with an "outstanding" double save, keeping out Mateo Retegui's penalty.

Sep 20, 2024

Body found in search for missing NHS TV chaplain


Katherine Watson worked as the head of chaplaincy at Newcastle NHS trust.

Sep 20, 2024

McNally murder accused a master manipulator, court told


Stephen McCullagh is accused of murdering his pregnant partner in her Lurgan home.

Sep 20, 2024

Police investigated Fayed sex assault at estate in Scotland


The former Harrods owner, who has been accused of rape at his London store, previously owned Balnagown Estate in the Highlands.

Sep 20, 2024

Woman admits dangerous driving caused baby's death


Mabli Cariad Hall died in hospital four days after a car hit her pram outside a hospital.

Sep 20, 2024

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