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New Madeleine McCann search under way

BBC Top Stories • June 03, 2025 • Home

Portuguese and German authorities have begun a new search for Madeleine McCann, who disappeared in 2007 during a family vacation in Portugal. The search involves areas around Praia da Luz, where Madeleine was last seen, with German police focusing on Christian Brückner, a suspect identified in 2020. The joint effort is expected to last until Friday.

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A new search for Madeleine McCann is underway in Portugal.
Madeleine disappeared on 3 May 2007 when she was three years old.
Portuguese roads in the search area around Praia da Luz are currently closed.
German police have joined the search, and they consider Christian Brückner a prime suspect.
Brückner is in prison in Germany for a separate crime and has been named a suspect in Madeleine's case.
Authorities suspect him of involvement but lack enough evidence for charges.
The current search covers 21 plots of land around where Madeleine disappeared.
A previous search two years ago focused on a nearby reservoir.

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Dive-bombing buzzard causes school playground ban

BBC Top Stories • June 03, 2025 • Home

A primary school in east London has kept children inside because a buzzard has been swooping down in their playground, possibly protecting its nest. As a solution, local authorities suggested deterrents and even brought in a bird expert to educate students. The school has turned the experience into a learning opportunity for the students.

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A buzzard is causing issues at Dame Tipping Primary School by dive-bombing in the playground.
The buzzard's behavior is likely linked to protecting its nest or chicks.
Buzzards are protected under UK law, limiting intervention options.
Authorities advised the school on safety measures, including using legal deterrents.
The school involved students in projects about the buzzard, promoting learning.
A bird expert visited the school with a different bird of prey to teach students.
Brenda, the buzzard, has become a subject for the students' art and stories.

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Dortmund confident of signing Jobe Bellingham

BBC Top Stories • June 03, 2025 • Home

Borussia Dortmund is close to signing Jobe Bellingham, a 19-year-old midfielder currently playing for Sunderland. Although Dortmund has not yet started talks with Sunderland, they believe Bellingham is interested in joining, partly because his brother Jude previously played for the club. Dortmund's strong finish in the Bundesliga may help in securing the deal.

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Borussia Dortmund wants to sign Sunderland player Jobe Bellingham.
Jobe Bellingham, 19, recently helped Sunderland return to the Premier League.
Dortmund thinks Jobe Bellingham wants to join because his brother Jude played there.
Dortmund finished fourth in the Bundesliga, earning them a Champions League spot.
Jude Bellingham played for Dortmund from 2020 to 2023 before moving to Real Madrid.
Jobe Bellingham was named the Championship's Young Player of the Year last month.
If signed before June 10, Jobe could play in the Club World Cup, also featuring his brother's team, Real Madrid.
Jobe has made four appearances for England's Under-21s and will play in the European Championship in Slovakia.

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Should F1's Verstappen have been given a bigger penalty for Spanish Grand Prix collision?

BBC Top Stories • June 03, 2025 • Home

Oscar Piastri won the Spanish Grand Prix, earning his fifth victory of the season. During the race, Max Verstappen faced controversy for a collision with George Russell, leading to a 10-second penalty and three points on his licence. Verstappen, already close to a potential race ban, risks suspension if he commits another infraction in the next two races.

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Oscar Piastri, a McLaren driver, won the Spanish Grand Prix.
Piastri's teammate, Lando Norris, finished in second place.
Max Verstappen was involved in a controversial incident with George Russell.
Verstappen received a 10-second penalty and three points on his racing licence for colliding with Russell's car.
This incident places Verstappen close to a suspension, as he is one point away from a ban.
The stewards did not consider Verstappen's actions as serious as other infractions.
Red Bull ordered Verstappen to give back a position to Russell during the race.
Red Bull made this decision based on previous racing incidents and a lack of immediate feedback from race officials.

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Weaver earns US Open spot as Fowler and Homa denied

BBC Top Stories • June 03, 2025 • Home

Tyler Weaver, a 22-year-old English amateur golfer, will participate in his first US Open after qualifying on Monday. Several others, including professional players Rickie Fowler and Max Homa, did not qualify. The US Open will take place at Oakmont in Pennsylvania from June 12-15.

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Tyler Weaver finished third at a qualifying event in Atlanta to secure his place in the US Open.
Amateurs like Weaver and Mason Howell, aged 17, earned spots among professional golfers.
Rickie Fowler and Max Homa, both PGA Tour players, did not qualify after a play-off in Columbus, Ohio.
A total of 47 spots were available through qualifiers held at 10 venues in the US and Canada.
Due to bad weather in Florida, some qualifying matches were postponed to resume on Tuesday.
Four spots are available at West Palm Beach, with English amateur Luke Poulter currently in contention.
Graeme McDowell, the 2010 US Open winner, played a strong first round but his compatriot Tom McKibbin did not qualify.
The US Open will occur from June 12-15 at Oakmont, Pennsylvania.

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'I live in double-decker bus that's also a library'

BBC Top Stories • June 03, 2025 • Home

Lyndzi Hargrave bought a double-decker bus in August 2023 and converted it into a home and library by January 2024. She plans to take it to festivals to offer a library and book swap service while living in the bus, which features solar panels and off-grid facilities.

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Lyndzi Hargrave converted a double-decker bus into her home and library.
She purchased the bus on eBay in August 2023 for over £50,000, including conversion costs.
The bus is equipped with solar panels, making it an off-grid home.
The bus passed its MOT (a test of vehicle safety) and can now travel around the country.
Inside, there is a library with books, a sliding purple ladder, and a log-burning stove.
Hargrave plans to tour to festivals offering a free library and a community space.
She uses eco-friendly features like a bucket bath and compost toilet on the bus.
Hargrave also runs a podcast discussing ADHD and autism, focusing on well-being and mental health.

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Parents welcome probe into Nottingham baby deaths

BBC Top Stories • June 03, 2025 • Home

Nottinghamshire Police have started a manslaughter investigation into Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. This follows concerns about how the trust handled the care of many babies, leading to deaths and injuries. Parents of affected children, like Wynter and Harriet, have expressed relief at the police action and hope it leads to accountability.

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The investigation is focused on the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust.
Concerns are about baby deaths and injuries due to poor care in maternity units.
Wynter Andrews died shortly after birth in 2019 due to care failings.
Harriet Hawkins was stillborn in 2016, with her death called "almost certainly preventable."
The NHS trust was fined £800,000 in 2023 for failings in Wynter's care.
Parents, including Sarah and Jack Hawkins, continue to seek accountability.
Police are examining if the trust showed gross negligence leading to deaths.
The investigation involves the Queen's Medical Centre and Nottingham City Hospital.

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'The abuse was almost daily' - grooming survivors share their stories

BBC Top Stories • June 03, 2025 • Home

Five women from England shared their stories of being groomed and abused as children or young adults by adult men, mainly from a British Asian background. This coincides with the government delaying a review on grooming gangs. The women describe the long-term effects of this abuse on their lives.

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Five women spoke to BBC Newsnight about being abused as children or young adults.
The abuse involved adult men, mostly of British Asian origin.
The government has delayed a review into grooming gangs.
Kate Elysia, a pseudonym for one victim, was raped by more than 70 men in Telford.
Two of Kate's abusers, Mohammed Ali Sultan and Shahmeel Khan, were convicted of rape.
Zara, another victim, was groomed by David Saynor using his limousine business in Rotherham.
Saynor was sentenced to 24 years for multiple offenses against young girls.
Zara also alleged abuse by another man from a British Pakistani background who is awaiting trial.

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'Remarkable' owl seen on Springwatch for first time

BBC Top Stories • June 03, 2025 • Home

A family of short-eared owls was filmed for the first time on the BBC's Springwatch program in its 20-year history while located in the Peak District. The show features many animals from the National Trust-owned Longshaw Estate, with cameras capturing wildlife like badgers, foxes, and birds. Springwatch runs with a large team and uses extensive planning to showcase diverse wildlife and promote awareness about nature conservation.

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Short-eared owls appeared on Springwatch for the first time in the show's 20 years.
The program is being filmed at the Longshaw Estate in the Peak District National Park.
Springwatch is celebrating its 20th anniversary and is broadcast live every night.
Over 100 people work on the production, and planning starts a year in advance.
Around 30 cameras are set up across the estate to capture wildlife.
Hidden cameras were placed in gardens in Sheffield to show how residents help local wildlife.
The show also filmed other animals like badgers, foxes, and various birds.
Springwatch promotes wildlife awareness and conservation efforts.

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MI5 neo-Nazi spy: Judge had 'no confidence' in Security Service's account of false evidence

BBC Top Stories • June 03, 2025 • Home

MI5 is under examination after a High Court judge expressed doubt over the truthfulness of a senior officer's testimony in the case of a neo-Nazi agent known as X, who was previously exposed by the BBC for coercive behavior. The judge has ordered MI5 to disclose secret documents, and a panel of judges is considering possible actions, including holding MI5 or its officers in contempt of court.

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A High Court judge questioned the credibility of testimony given by MI5 in a case involving a violent neo-Nazi agent.
MI5 has been ordered to provide secret documents related to this case.
The agent, identified as X, used his position to intimidate his girlfriend, including attacking her with a machete.
There is a possibility of contempt of court proceedings against MI5 or individual officers.
The Attorney General, who usually handles such proceedings, is technically representing MI5 in this case.
MI5 initially gave false evidence, stating they adhered to confidentiality policies, which the BBC later disproved.
The judge's concerns relate to inconsistencies found in MI5's internal and external investigations.
MI5 must disclose additional documents, including policy documents and interview notes, to the court.

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The Papers: Britain 'battle-ready' and 'new Maddie search'

BBC Top Stories • June 03, 2025 • Home

Britain plans to spend an additional £2 billion on drones and other defense upgrades to prepare for future threats. The country will introduce new weapons and tactics inspired by the war in Ukraine and grow the Army for the first time in a generation. Separately, German police will conduct a major new search for Madeleine McCann, who disappeared in Portugal in 2007.

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Britain will spend an extra £2 billion to improve its defense capabilities.
The government is looking at new tactics and weapons used in the Ukraine war.
The British Army is set to grow for the first time in many years.
The planned defense upgrades include 12 nuclear-powered submarines.
A new search effort is underway for Madeleine McCann, focusing on more than 20 sites in Portugal.
Germany is leading the investigation in this new search effort.
The search for McCann involves radar and digging up to 15 feet deep in specific areas.
Madeleine McCann disappeared at the age of three in 2007.

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Six families remember loved ones lost on Pan Am 103

BBC Top Stories • June 02, 2025 • Home

A new program called "Lockerbie: Our Story" shares the personal stories of six families and friends who lost loved ones in the Lockerbie bombing, the UK's worst terrorist attack. This program lasts 59 minutes and first aired on June 3, 2025. It will be available to watch for 11 months.

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"Lockerbie: Our Story" tells the experiences of six families and friends affected by the Lockerbie bombing.
The Lockerbie bombing is known as the UK's worst terrorist attack.
The program first aired on June 3, 2025.
It has a duration of 59 minutes.
The program will be available to watch for 11 months.
The show may contain scenes that some viewers find upsetting.

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Draper rues 'missed opportunity' after Bublik loss

BBC Top Stories • June 02, 2025 • Home

Jack Draper, a British tennis player, lost in the French Open to Alexander Bublik, ranked 62nd in the world. This unexpected defeat ended Draper's run before the quarter-finals, despite his recent rise in the tennis world. Bublik's strong performance, using effective drop-shots, was a decisive factor in the match.

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Jack Draper lost in the fourth round of the French Open to Alexander Bublik.
Draper is currently ranked number five in the world.
This was Draper's first year winning a match at the French Open.
Alexander Bublik is ranked number 62 in the world.
Bublik's win ended British interest in the singles competition at the French Open after Cameron Norrie's loss.
Draper aimed to reach the quarter-finals, with a possible match against top seed Jannik Sinner.
Draper has improved his ranking and performance over the past year, including a semi-final run at the US Open.
Bublik described the match as the best moment of his life.

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England to train in tents to replicate World Cup heat

BBC Top Stories • June 02, 2025 • Home

England's football team is using heated tents during training in Spain to prepare for the hot and humid conditions expected at the 2026 World Cup in North America. Coach Thomas Tuchel and his team are testing how players manage in these temperatures and plan to improve their recovery. Tuchel will visit the United States to check the tournament conditions firsthand.

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England's team is training in Girona, Spain, using heated tents.
The tents simulate the hot and humid conditions expected at the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
Players are tested on exercise bikes inside the tents to see how they cope with the heat.
Thomas Tuchel started working as England's coach in January.
England will play Andorra in a World Cup qualifier and Senegal in a friendly match in June.
Tuchel plans to observe matches in the United States to learn more about the climate conditions.
There are concerns that temperatures at 14 of the 16 World Cup stadiums could reach dangerous levels.
Dallas, a host city, often has temperatures over 28°C in June and July.

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Human remains found in search for missing woman

BBC Top Stories • June 02, 2025 • Home

Human remains were found in a garden in Derby as part of a murder investigation into the disappearance of Izabela Helena Zablocka, who was last seen in 2010. Four people have been arrested in connection with the case. Police are working to identify the remains and are seeking information from the public.

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Human remains were discovered in a garden during a murder investigation related to Izabela Helena Zablocka.
Izabela moved from Poland to the UK in 2009 and was reported missing in May of this year.
Her family in Poland lost contact with her in August 2010.
Four people have been arrested on suspicion of murder; they include three women aged 39 and 43 and a man aged 41.
The identification of the remains is expected to take a long time.
Police believe the remains likely belong to Izabela and have informed her family.
The investigation continues, with detectives looking for more information about Izabela's last days.
A reward of £20,000 is offered for information that leads to a conviction in the case.

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The plan to get Britain ready for war

BBC Top Stories • June 02, 2025 • Home

The BBC's Newscast released an episode discussing how Britain plans to prepare for war. The talk features one of the authors of the UK's strategic defense review.

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The discussion is part of a Newscast episode from the BBC.
The episode, "The Plan To Get Britain Ready For War," was released on June 2, 2025.
This program includes a guest who helped write the UK's strategic defense review.
The strategic defense review is a plan that outlines how Britain can prepare for potential wars.
The episode is available on BBC Sounds and lasts 40 minutes.
The BBC provides help with signing in, privacy information, and newsletters through its website.

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Djokovic ends Norrie's run to advance in Paris

BBC Top Stories • June 02, 2025 • Home

Novak Djokovic defeated Cameron Norrie in straight sets at the French Open, advancing to the quarter-finals. Norrie, who had a strong run in the tournament, could not overcome Djokovic, who is aiming for his 25th Grand Slam title.

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Novak Djokovic won against Cameron Norrie with scores of 6-2, 6-3, 6-2.
This victory marked Djokovic's 100th match win at the French Open.
Djokovic aims to win his 25th Grand Slam singles title.
Cameron Norrie made it to the last 16 at the French Open for the first time.
Norrie had previously defeated Daniil Medvedev, the 11th seed, in the first round.
Djokovic will play against Alexander Zverev in the quarter-finals.
Jack Draper was the last British player in singles competition, losing to Alexander Bublik.
Norrie will move back into the top 60 world rankings after the tournament.

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Defence plan will ensure UK is ready for war, minister says

BBC Top Stories • June 02, 2025 • Home

The UK government plans to spend billions to improve its military readiness against challenges from countries like Russia and China. The Strategic Defence Review recommends building new submarines, using advanced technologies, and strengthening the armed forces. These changes aim to make the UK military more prepared for modern threats.

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The UK will build 12 new nuclear-powered submarines.
Six new factories will make munitions, allowing constant production.
The UK plans to use technologies like artificial intelligence in its military.
Russia and China are seen as major threats to the UK.
There will be an increase in the UK's army size from 74,400 to at least 76,000 soldiers.
The UK will spend £15 billion on new nuclear warheads.
A "cyber and electromagnetic command" will be created to improve cyber defenses and attacks.
The UK aims to increase the defense budget to 2.5% of GDP by 2027.

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Americanswers... on 5 Live! Who controls Donald Trump's Truth Social account?

BBC Top Stories • June 02, 2025 • Home

The article focuses on discussions around who manages former U.S. President Donald Trump's account on Truth Social, a social media platform. It mentions that Trump is a frequent user of this platform.

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The article discusses Donald Trump's account on a social media platform called Truth Social.
Truth Social is similar to platforms like Twitter or Facebook but has its own set of rules and audience.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is a regular user of Truth Social.
There is a focus on understanding who has control over Trump's postings on the platform.
Truth Social is a platform used particularly by those interested in alternatives to mainstream social media.
The content was released on June 2, 2025, as part of a program.
The discussion lasts 31 minutes and is available on BBC Sounds.

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Britain's defence review has grand ambition. Now it needs the money

BBC Top Stories • June 02, 2025 • Home

The British defence review outlines a plan to modernize the armed forces, indicating that more money will be needed beyond the current budget. It emphasizes the urgency of preparing for potential conflicts and adapting to new threats by using more advanced technology and increasing the size of the army.

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Britain's regular army has about 71,000 soldiers, which is below the target of 73,000.
The review suggests increasing defence spending to 3% of GDP by 2034, but notes that this may need to happen sooner.
The government plans to build up to 12 new attack submarines, requiring increased funding.
The review identifies Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea as significant threats.
Modernizing the military involves using more drones and artificial intelligence.
A "defence readiness bill" is proposed to help the government quickly mobilize resources if needed.
The review emphasizes protecting critical infrastructure, like underwater pipes and cables.
There are plans to increase the regular army size to 76,000, but this has no set timeline or funding yet.

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