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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Migrant boat sinks trying to reach UK from Belgium
It is the first time smugglers have tried to get to the UK from a Belgian beach, officials believe.
Stranded dolphins rescued from mud in Thames Estuary
It took rescuers two hours to free the pair after the mammals became stuck in muddy waters.
Millie Knight: British visually impaired skier wins World Cup giant slalom gold
Three-time Paralympic medallist Millie Knight wins World Cup gold in the visually impaired giant slalom in Kranjska Gora, Slovenia.
Young offenders in 'harmful solitary confinement' in England and Wales
The use of solitary confinement for young offenders is "flawed", the prisons inspectorate finds.
English Channel migrants boats using 'surge tactics'
Nearly 1,900 migrants used small boats to cross the English Channel last year.
The hairdresser cutting it as a vicar
Stylist Anthea Mitchell has been training to be a priest for four years.
Are migrants who cross the Channel sent back?
Home Office figures suggest many migrants crossing the Channel in boats are granted asylum.
Sittingbourne widower learns ballet and passes exam
Bernard Bibby took up the ballet classes four years ago following the death of his wife of 55 years.
More men needed to donate blood 'high in iron'
Men make up 40% of blood donors and their blood contains more iron than women's.
Mitra Mehrad: Drowned Channel migrant 'wanted to help Iranians'
A 31-year-old woman who died while trying to cross the Channel in a small boat has been identified.
Migrant numbers double one year after 'major incident'
Twice as many arrived in December as the same month a year ago when a "major incident" was declared.
The Apprentice: Where are the previous contestants now?
Some were hired, many were fired and several opted to leave Lord Sugar.
There's concern at the increase of wild food being foraged
Wild mushrooms, cockles and sea kale are among the species being harvested illegally for restaurant diners.
The dog that survived being hit by a train in Swanley
Lucy's family feared the worst when she ran on to a railway track but she came home with just an injured tail.
Running and mental health: 'I couldn't see a way past depression until I ran'
Jerry has completed five half marathons. But at one point she "couldn't see a way out" of depression.
Gravesend talent agency helping the town's aspiring rappers
Aspiring rappers and musicians are getting a helping hand through a new talent agency.
Cartoons: Inside the cow shed where classics were made
It may look like any other barn but Bagpuss, The Clangers and Ivor the Engine were brought to life here.
Charlton Athletic v Fulham
Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Championship game between Charlton Athletic and Fulham (19:45 GMT).
Grant Stewart: Kent all-rounder extends contract until 2022 season
All-rounder Grant Stewart signs a new two-year deal with Kent which will expire at the end of the 2022 county season.
Preston North End 2-1 Charlton Athletic: Patrick Bauer scores winner at Deepdale
Former Charlton defender Patrick Bauer scores the winner at Deepdale to end Preston's three-game losing streak.
Gillingham 1-1 Oxford United
Olly Lee scores from the penalty spot as Gillingham draw with Oxford to extend their unbeaten run to eight games.
Barrow 2-0 Bromley
Barrow maintain their lead at the top of the National League table as Dior Argus and John Rooney score in a home win over Bromley.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
GB will regroup - captain Harvey
GB sitting volleyball captain Claire Harvey is keen to keep playing despite having all funding withdrawn by UK Sport.
Course closures bad news for racing as a whole
Horse racing cannot afford to lose more courses following the closures of Hereford and Folkestone, says Cornelius Lysaght
Gills bond after Vincelot injury
Gillingham's Charlie Allen says an injury to Romain Vincelot during the win at Rotherham has helped the team bond.
Broncos to return to Gillingham
London Broncos announce Gillingham's Priestfield Stadium will host their Super League match against Warrington.
Coach Kerry gives up 'dream job'
Danny Kerry believes the Great Britain women's team needs a "new direction" after stepping down as head coach.
Bevan shocked at Kent presidency
Kent's new president-elect Bob Bevan says he was shocked to be nominated for the role at Canterbury.
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Battersea fatal shooting: Man arrested after Flamur Beqiri died
A man is held in Denmark after Swedish national Flamur Beqiri died in front of his family in London.
Seven Kings stabbing: Man charged after three men killed
The 29-year-old is due in court while another man remains in custody over the deaths in Ilford.
Sian Green-Lord has prosthetic leg made from Louis Vuitton bag
It is the first time Sian Green-Lord has been able to wear high heels since she was hit by a taxi.
Murder charge as body found on Devon horse-breeding farm
A murder inquiry was started following the results of post-mortem tests at the weekend.
LGBT Falklands veteran's 'over the moon' at medal return
Joe Ousalice is "over the moon" after the medal was cut from his uniform because of his sexuality.
Boys rescued after suspected stolen car plunges into Bolton river
They were rescued after a suspected stolen car being pursued by police plunged 60m down an embankment.
Murder bid charge after boy, 10, stabbed in neck in Leicester
The boy was attacked while helping his mother reverse into a parking space in Leicester.
Guildford pub bomb police face High Court threat over files
A memo seen by the BBC says police "seized" files from a history centre and one "will be destroyed".
West Bromwich Albion: Homeless fan sees first Baggies game after generous gesture
A homeless man says his "dream came true" after being he was given a ticket to watch his boyhood team play for the first time.
Up to 14,000 infected trees on Salisbury Plain to be chopped down
Trees will be removed from Salisbury Plain to prevent the ash dieback disease spreading further.
Alternatives created to 'awful' sympathy cards
Beth French set up Let's Talk About Loss after the death of her mum in 2015.
Super-rich elites making London 'off-limits'
Moving to London is unaffordable for those from poorer backgrounds, says social mobility report.
Source: BBC News
