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Leicester charged with new financial rules breach

May 20, 2025

Leicester City is facing potential penalties, including point deductions and fines, after being charged with violating financial rules set by the English Football League (EFL) and Premier League. The charges involve alleged financial rule breaches and failure to submit required financial accounts. An independent commission will review the charges, and any penalties could affect Leicester's future seasons in the Championship.

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Leicester City has been charged with breaking financial rules by the English Football League and Premier League.
The charges relate to the 2023-24 financial year when Leicester was in the Championship.
Leicester might face a points deduction, which could impact their Championship season in 2025-26.
The independent commission will also look into Leicester's failure to provide financial accounts by December 31, 2024.
Leicester's reported financial losses include £19.4 million for 2023-24, £89.7 million for 2022-23, and a record £92.5 million up to May 2022.
Premier League clubs cannot exceed losses of £105 million over three years, adjusted for time spent outside the top league.
The Premier League has established jurisdiction over the case after a tribunal decision.

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I'm a sex worker in Scotland. Plans for a new law could jeopardise my safety

May 20, 2025

A proposed bill in Scotland aims to make it illegal to pay for sexual services, which is part of what's called the "Nordic Model". The bill, introduced by MSP Ash Regan, seeks to change current laws, which do not criminalize buying sex. Some sex workers, like Alice, worry that this change will make them less safe, fearing that clients willing to break the law might be more dangerous.

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A new bill in Scotland proposes to criminalize paying for sexual services.
The bill is often referred to as the "Nordic Model" approach.
Ash Regan, who introduced the bill, believes it will protect women by reducing demand for prostitution.
Currently, paying for sex is not illegal in Scotland, but some related activities are against the law.
The bill suggests providing "exit alternatives" and support for those selling sex.
Some sex workers, like Alice, believe the bill will make them feel unsafe.
Alice worries that criminalizing clients will eliminate "good clients" and make safety checks more difficult.
Alice believes decriminalization could offer more protection and a better relationship with authorities.

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Coastlines in danger even if climate target met, scientists warn

May 20, 2025

Scientists warn that even if the world limits global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, sea levels could rise significantly over time. This could affect coastlines and communities, as ice in Greenland and Antarctica continues to melt.

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Nearly 200 countries agreed to try keeping global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Current global warming trends could lead to a rise of nearly 3 degrees Celsius by the century's end.
The amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere now is similar to levels from 3 million years ago, when sea levels were much higher.
Observations show that ice melting in Greenland and Antarctica is increasing, though East Antarctica remains more stable for now.
Computer models suggest sea-level rise may not stop even if warming stabilizes at 1.5 degrees Celsius.
About 230 million people live within one meter of current high tide lines worldwide.
Melting may accelerate beyond "tipping points," but scientists are not certain about these thresholds.

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Second man charged over fires at home linked to PM

May 20, 2025

A man named Stanislav Carpiuc has been charged in connection with fires at two properties and a car linked to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. He was arrested at Luton Airport and will appear in court. The charges involve a series of fires in north London that were intended to endanger lives.

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Stanislav Carpiuc, a 26-year-old from Romford, is charged with conspiracy to commit arson.
The charges involve fires at three locations: a car and two properties in north London linked to the Prime Minister.
Carpiuc was arrested on May 17 at Luton Airport.
He is accused of conspiring with Roman Lavrynovych and others to start these fires.
Roman Lavrynovych has denied the charges and is currently in custody.
A third unnamed man, aged 34, was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson.
The incidents occurred between May 8 and May 12, with no injuries reported.

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Sciver-Brunt's eclectic journey from Tokyo to England captain

May 20, 2025

Nat Sciver-Brunt has become the new full-time captain of England's women's cricket team. She is the fourth permanent captain of the century and has a diverse background, having grown up in various countries due to her mother's diplomatic career. Her first match as captain will be against the West Indies in a T20 game.

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Nat Sciver-Brunt is the fourth permanent England women's cricket team captain this century.
Sciver-Brunt was born in Tokyo and has lived in Poland and the Netherlands.
She will lead the team in her first match against the West Indies.
She played county cricket as a 17-year-old and joined the England team three years later.
Sciver-Brunt tried out for Chelsea football before focusing on cricket.
She quickly gained a reputation for her calmness and strategic mind during games.
The team went through changes in 2016, with Sciver-Brunt as a key player.
Her early interaction with coach Mark Robinson focused on improving her fitness.

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Boy, 11, becomes piano prodigy by watching YouTube

May 20, 2025

An 11-year-old boy named Harvey taught himself to play the piano by watching YouTube videos. In just five months, he reached an advanced level and was invited to visit a well-known music school for an induction day.

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Harvey is 11 years old and lives in Stoke Ferry, Norfolk.
He learned to play the piano by watching YouTube videos.
Harvey reached the advanced Grade Eight piano level in five months.
His mother Jen has shared videos of his playing online, which have received thousands of views.
The Royal Academy of Music invited Harvey for an induction day to explore his musical talent.
Harvey has performed at a care home and on public pianos in railway stations.
He practices for at least two hours a day.
Harvey's piano teacher, Bekki Smith, praised his skill and commitment.

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F1 Q&A: Is Verstappen winning in an 'inferior car'?

May 20, 2025

Max Verstappen from Red Bull won the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, making it his second win of the season. McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri finished second and third. The next race in the European series is the Monaco Grand Prix from May 23-25.

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Max Verstappen won the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix.
McLaren drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, finished in second and third places.
Lewis Hamilton finished fourth in his first race with Ferrari in Italy.
McLaren has four pole positions this season compared to Red Bull’s three.
On average, McLaren is faster than Red Bull by 0.138 seconds per lap.
McLaren's Oscar Piastri has won four races this season; Lando Norris has one win, and Max Verstappen has two.
McLaren performs better on tracks with slower corners, while Red Bull excels in high-speed corners.
Red Bull has introduced upgrades recently, whereas McLaren has not.

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Arsenal's 2007 European champions - where are they now?

May 20, 2025

Arsenal's women's football team is close to winning the Women's Champions League again, 18 years after their first victory. Key players from the 2007 team, such as Emma Byrne and Alex Scott, have since retired and moved into broadcasting and coaching roles.

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Arsenal defeated Lyon to reach the Women's Champions League final.
They last won the competition, then called the UEFA Women's Cup, in 2007.
Emma Byrne was Arsenal's goalkeeper and has a record number of appearances for the club.
Alex Scott played over 300 games for Arsenal and is now a sports broadcaster.
Anita Asante had a 20-year career and now coaches Bristol City and the England Under-23 team.
Katie Chapman was key in Arsenal's midfield and defense and now serves as a Chelsea ambassador.
Mary Phillip was Arsenal's versatile defender and the first black captain of England's women's national team.

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Family criticises law change on paedophiles' parental rights

May 20, 2025

A family criticized a law change that affects convicted child sex offenders' parental rights. The planned law only removes parental rights if the offender has harmed their own child, which does not apply in all cases like Bethan's.

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A family's court case cost over £30,000 to protect a child from a convicted paedophile father.
The father's parental rights were removed by the court after his conviction for serious child sex offences.
A proposed law amendment would remove parental rights automatically after a serious child sex offence conviction, but only if the offender harmed their own child.
Harriet Harman initially supported a broader version of the law to cover more cases.
The new law wording limits the removal of parental responsibility to offences against the offender’s own child or stepchild.
Bethan’s case is not covered by this limitation in the proposed law.
The draft legislation requires the offender to be sentenced to at least four years in prison for the parental rights removal to apply.
The affected family believes the law should cover a wider range of scenarios to protect more children.

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Why Swiatek's reign as 'Queen of Clay' is under threat

May 20, 2025

In 2025, Iga Swiatek, the reigning champion of the French Open, enters the tournament without winning any WTA events this year, a first since 2020. Her ranking has dropped to fifth, and she faces challenges with her performance following personal and technical setbacks.

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Iga Swiatek has won four of the past five French Open titles.
Swiatek has not won any WTA tournaments in the first five months of 2025.
Her world ranking has dropped to fifth.
She won 27 out of 36 matches this season.
Swiatek faced a doping test issue, resulting in a one-month ban due to medication contamination.
She has been dealing with various personal and technical issues this year.
Swiatek has been making technical adjustments to improve her game.
Her performance has been affected by confidence issues and other off-court events.

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Postecoglou's second-season success - what and how has he won?

May 20, 2025

Ange Postecoglou, the manager of Tottenham, is preparing to lead his team in his 100th match in an important game against Manchester United. Despite a challenging season, a win in the Europa League final would earn Tottenham a place in the Champions League and continue Postecoglou's trend of achieving success in his second year at a club.

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Ange Postecoglou is the manager of Tottenham Hotspur, an English football team.
Under his leadership, Tottenham lost 1-0 to Arsenal in a match earlier this season.
Tottenham was knocked out of the FA Cup by Aston Villa and is currently 17th in the Premier League standings.
Postecoglou has managed 99 matches for Tottenham, winning 46, with 15 draws and 38 defeats.
Tottenham has scored 179 goals and conceded 148 during his time as manager.
Postecoglou previously won league titles in Australia and Japan and had success with Celtic in Scotland.
He often succeeds in his second year with a team, winning titles with South Melbourne, Brisbane Roar, Yokohama F. Marinos, and Celtic.

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What are conditions like in Bella Culley's prison?

May 20, 2025

A British teenager named Bella Culley is in a Georgian prison, facing drug-related charges. A report by inspectors highlights several issues at Rustavi's prison number 5, such as limited exercise opportunities and inconsistent water supply.

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Bella Culley, 18, was arrested in Tbilisi, Georgia, on drug importation charges and is detained for at least 55 days.
Inspectors found issues at the prison, including not enough time for exercise and unreliable access to drinking water.
New prisoners can spend up to two weeks in holding cells without legal exercise rights due to lack of outdoor space.
Prison staff and inmates must collect and store water in containers because sometimes the water supply stops.
Prisoners in closed units are allowed showers only twice a week, with poor ventilation making conditions worse.
There are frequent verbal disagreements between prisoners, but physical fights have become rare.
The report suggests that verbal conflicts arise from gossip and daily issues among inmates.
If convicted, Bella Culley could face up to 20 years in prison or even a life sentence.

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Stolen Jim Morrison graveside bust found by chance after 37 years

May 20, 2025

A bust of Jim Morrison, the lead singer of The Doors, which was stolen from his grave in Paris 37 years ago, has been found by French police during an unrelated investigation. The statue was originally placed at the Père-Lachaise cemetery to mark Morrison's death anniversary but disappeared in 1988.

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A bust of Jim Morrison was stolen from his grave 37 years ago.
The bust was found by French police during an investigation unrelated to the theft.
Jim Morrison's grave is located at the Père-Lachaise cemetery in Paris.
The cemetery also holds the graves of Edith Piaf and Oscar Wilde.
The bust was carved by Croatian artist Mladen Mikulin in white marble.
The bust went missing in 1988, seven years after it was placed.
The Morrison family is pleased about the bust’s recovery.
No suspects have been named, and it’s unclear if the bust will return to the grave.

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Residents plagued by 'a million bees' in their road

May 20, 2025

Residents in Worcester are facing problems due to a large number of bees around their homes. The bees are reportedly coming from 21 unmanaged beehives in a property's back garden, and locals have experienced being stung multiple times. Worcester City Council is investigating the situation.

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Residents in Worcester report large swarms of bees, with stings occurring often.
The bees are believed to come from 21 unmanaged hives in a residential property's garden.
City councillor Sarah Murray highlighted the issue, but the exact number of hives wasn't confirmed by a BBC reporter.
Tradespeople are avoiding the area due to the risk of bee stings.
A neighbor spent over £1,000 to remove bees from her chimney.
Residents are concerned that the large number of bees could harm other local pollinators like butterflies.
Worcester City Council is looking into the matter, but has not made any further comments yet.

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The £100m final Man Utd cannot afford to lose?

May 20, 2025

Manchester United faces a critical Europa League final against Tottenham. Winning is important because it could lead to significant financial benefits and a spot in the next Champions League, which are crucial due to the club's current financial losses and debt.

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Manchester United will play Tottenham in the Europa League final.
Winning the match would allow Manchester United to play in the Champions League.
The Champions League can bring in over £100 million from tickets, TV, and sponsor money.
Manchester United is currently £1 billion in debt due to past financial decisions.
The club reported a financial deficit of £113 million last year.
Failure to win may affect Manchester United's ability to attract new players.
The club has taken measures like cutting staff and raising ticket prices to handle financial issues.

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Sutton Hoo bucket believed to be cremation vessel

May 20, 2025

Archaeologists have reconstructed a 6th Century Byzantine bucket found at Sutton Hoo, believed to have been used for cremation. Human and animal remains, along with a comb, were discovered inside the bucket, suggesting it belonged to an important person in the community.

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A Byzantine bucket from the 6th century was pieced together and is thought to be a cremation vessel.
Fragments were first found in 1986, with more uncovered in 2012 and 2022 at Sutton Hoo, Suffolk.
The bucket contained cremated human and animal bones, hinting at belonging to an important community figure.
An unburnt comb made of antler was also found inside the bucket.
The bucket is made of a copper alloy and showed a hunting scene decoration.
The Time Team TV show discovered parts of the bucket as part of a research project.
Archaeologists hope to learn more about the burial through further analysis.
Horses, large animals, were often part of early Anglo-Saxon cremations to show status.

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UK, France and Canada threaten action against Israel over Gaza

May 20, 2025

The UK, France, and Canada have warned Israel of taking specific actions if it continues military operations in Gaza. They urge Israel to allow humanitarian aid to enter Gaza, which has been blocked since March 2. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu plans to allow some aid in but intends to take control of Gaza, which the three countries find inadequate.

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The UK, France, and Canada warned Israel about military operations in Gaza.
They want Israel to let humanitarian aid into Gaza, blocked since March 2.
Israel's Prime Minister plans to allow some food into Gaza after an 11-week blockade.
The leaders of the UK, France, and Canada find the aid inadequate and say it's not enough help for civilians.
International Humanitarian Law might be breached if civilians suffer without necessary aid.
They criticize any forced relocation of Gaza civilians as a breach of law.
A Hamas-led attack in October 2023 started the Gaza war, leading to hostages and many deaths.
The UK, France, and Canada support a ceasefire and a "two-state solution," suggesting separate Israeli and Palestinian states.

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Chris Mason: EU deal a reminder of an uneasy relationship

May 20, 2025

The UK has reached a new agreement with the European Union to improve trade ties, but it will not rejoin the EU's customs union or single market. The arrangement aims to reduce trade problems and includes accepting some EU rules, which has stirred debate. The deal details, costs, and its impact on travel and trade will need ongoing discussions and adjustments.

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The UK has signed a new trade agreement with the European Union.
The UK will not return to the EU's customs union, single market, or allow freedom of movement.
The deal aims to reduce trade issues between the UK and EU.
The UK will accept some changing EU rules, an aspect that has caused debate.
Details and costs of the deal are still being negotiated.
The agreement will influence trade, defense cooperation, and travel rules between the UK and EU.
The UK and EU will hold annual summits to discuss their relationship.
This new arrangement reflects a constantly evolving relationship between the UK and EU.

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British man breaks record for fastest run across Australia

May 20, 2025

A British athlete named William Goodge set a new world record by running across Australia in 35 days. He started in Perth and finished in Bondi Beach, covering 3,800 kilometers (2,361 miles) and raising money for cancer charities.

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William Goodge is a British ultra-endurance athlete.
He ran 3,800 kilometers (2,361 miles) across Australia from Perth to Bondi Beach.
Goodge completed the journey in 35 days, breaking the previous record by four days.
He ran about 100 kilometers (62 miles) each day, equivalent to two-and-a-half marathons.
Goodge started running marathons after his mother died from cancer in 2018.
His run aimed to raise funds for cancer charities in the UK, US, and Australia.
The previous record was held by Chris Turnbull, completed in 39 days in 2023.
Goodge ran across the United States from Los Angeles to New York in 55 days, holding another speed record.

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The Papers: 'UK condemns Israel' and 'Brexit reset'

May 20, 2025

The UK and EU have introduced a new trade agreement aimed at improving their economic relationship, which promises cheaper food and energy. Some people are unhappy with parts of the deal, including changes to fishing rights and youth visas. In other news, the UK, France, and Canada have criticized Israel's actions in Gaza.

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The UK and EU have announced a new trade deal.
The deal aims to lower prices for food and energy.
Some critics are concerned about concessions on fishing rights.
The agreement includes talks about youth visas, but details are not finalized.
The UK condemned Israel alongside France and Canada over its actions in Gaza.
Donald Trump discussed a potential trade deal with Russia if the Ukraine conflict ends.
UBS, a bank in Switzerland, is using artificial intelligence tools to help its staff.
The agreement has led to accusations that the UK is moving closer to the EU.

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