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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Storm Dennis: Major incidents declared in south Wales and Herefordshire
People are rescued from flooded homes in Wales, and there are a record number of flood warnings and alerts in England.
Herne Bay: Body of man pulled from sea off Kent coast
Police do not know how the man entered the water and say his death is "not being treated as suspicious".
Body found in search for man who fell from tanker in Margate
He went missing from a liquid petroleum gas tanker anchored off Margate.
Storm Dennis: Army called in to help shore up defences
Troops are helping bolster flood defences as flights are grounded and sporting fixtures called off.
Funeral of My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding twins Billy and Joe Smith
Hundreds join service for Billy and Joe Smith, who were found dead together in a country lane.
East Kent baby deaths: Independent review into NHS trust
A local MP says women are now "terrified" about giving birth at the two Kent hospitals.
Brexit: Is fishing the next big argument in the talks?
Fishing looks like being the first big argument of the UK's trade negotiations with the EU.
Kent woman stuck in Santiago after DVT collapse
Hannah Farley-Hills collapsed after getting off a long-haul flight to Santiago.
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.
Calais to Dover lorry drivers on migrant security risks
UK lorry drivers describe the rigorous steps they take to avoid migrants getting on board in France.
Brexit: What happens next in the South East?
The UK formally left the European Union on 31 January.
Ravi Holy: The stand-up vicar doing comedy for Jesus
Ravi Holy has played up his "Italian connection" at comedy gigs for five years.
The Dungeness home of Derek Jarman could become an attraction
Campaigners are trying to raise £3.5m to buy the cottage, its contents and shingle garden.
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.
Gillingham 2-1 Doncaster Rovers
Cameron John's two own goals enable in-form Gillingham to come from behind and beat 10-man Doncaster 2-1.
Charlton Athletic 0-2 Blackburn Rovers: First-half goals seal points for Blackburn
Blackburn Rovers edge closer to the play-offs with a win at Charlton, who are just five points above the relegation zone.
Stockport County 1-0 Bromley
Liam Hogan scores the winner on his Stockport debut as they move one point off the National League play-off places by beating Bromley.
Ebbsfleet United 1-0 Chorley
Ebbsfleet boost their National League survival hopes with a hard-fought 1-0 win over bottom side Chorley.
Eastleigh P-P Dover Athletic
Saturday's National League game between Eastleigh and Dover Athletic is postponed because of the anticipated arrival of Storm Dennis.
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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National News Headlines
Storm Dennis: Flood threat remains after weekend of disruption
Five severe flood warnings are in place in England, after a weekend of heavy rain and strong winds.
Russell Cowan death: Family 'failed by authorities' in getting answers
Russell Cowan died in 2016 during a trip to Italy with friends for a charity event
'I lost my left ear to my tanning addiction'
Anthea Smith tells the BBC's Laura Mcmullan, who also had skin cancer, that she used sunbeds for years.
Coronavirus: Bicester Village 'having a tough time'
Spending by visitors from China in the UK stood at £714m in September 2019.
Emma Drew: Bride dies hours after Valentine's Day wedding
The entire ceremony was gifted through donations for Emma Drew who had terminal cancer.
Rape survivor writes poem about attack
Michaela Spencer was diagnosed with PTSD after being attacked at a house party.
Storm Dennis: Calderdale funding call as communities escape damage
Communities were on high alert fearing further flood damage for a second weekend running.
Tony Camoccio: British man arrested in Egypt 'happy to be back'
Tony Camoccio was detained after reportedly patting a security guard on the back at Hurghada airport.
Lamborghini crash in Bradford leaves three injured
The crash came moments after the super car passed a speed enforcement check point.
Derby County's Max Lowe criticises pundit's 'racial ignorance' in BBC broadcast
Derby County player Max Lowe says he is "shocked" by comments from BBC Radio Derby pundit Craig Ramage suggesting "young black lads" should "go back to basics, working hard".
Roman snake ring found in Buckinghamshire declared treasure
The snake-headed ring could have come from the workshop of a Snettisham jeweller.
Artist Norman Cornish brings 'best numbers' to Bowes Museum
The Bowes Museum extends its Norman Cornish exhibition due to its popularity.
Source: BBC News
