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UK News
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Three of UK's four nuclear submarines out at sea
Three of the UK's four nuclear deterrent submarines are out at sea, it is understood.
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Poundland close to collapse as new directors head for exit
The directors recruited to steer Poundland through its emergency sale process less than two weeks ago are on the brink of resigning, heightening the risk that one of Britain's biggest discount retailers will collapse within days, risking thousands of job losses.
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Debate unfolds over removal of mummified Egyptian remains from Glasgow museums
The removal of mummified Egyptian remains from display at two Glasgow museums has sparked a lively debate - is it "woke madness" or the decent and "ethical" thing to do?
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Woman dies in sea off Isle of Wight - as search suspended for man in Scotland
A woman has died in the sea off the Isle of Wight, while the search for a man swept into the sea in Scotland by large waves has been suspended.
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Virgin Atlantic fury as Heathrow forces Delta terminal move
Virgin Atlantic Airways has reacted furiously after Heathrow Airport decided to force its joint venture partner to relocate to another terminal - a move it warned would risk driving fares up for passengers.
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Major lender HSBC's profits up 32% as higher bank tax expected in budget
Another of the UK's biggest banks has posted billions in profits in part thanks to higher interest rates.
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Microsoft offers 'buyouts' to 60,000 staff including UK workers
Microsoft is offering voluntary severance packages to 60,000 of its staff - more than a quarter of its workforce - including some in the UK.
World News
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French football star Kylian Mbappe apologises for 'ill-judged' Mao remark after being dropped by Chinese brands
French footballer Kylian Mbappe has apologised for an "ill-judged" remark about Mao Zedong after being dropped by Chinese brands.
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Flavio Bolsonaro: Defeated Brazilian presidential candidate 'ordered to hand over passports'
Flavio Bolsonaro, Brazil's defeated presidential election candidate, has said that he is being stopped from leaving the country, claiming police ordered him to surrender his passports on the orders of a top judge.
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At least 62 killed and thousands displaced in gunmen attack in northern Nigeria
At least 62 people have been killed after an attack in northeastern Nigeria, the country's emergency agency said.
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Ebola cases in Democratic Republic of Congo surpass 10,000 as nurse treating patients is killed by mob
The number of Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has surpassed 10,000, government data showed, as fears that the epidemic could spread to more African countries grow.
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South Africa: More than 500 troops sent to deal with anti-immigration protests in KwaZulu-Natal
More than 500 soldiers have been sent to deal with anti-migrant protests in South Africa, the country's government has said.
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Meghan 'can't wait' to join Junior MasterChef Australia as host
Meghan Markle has said she "can't wait" to join as a host for the upcoming series of Junior MasterChef Australia.
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France protests: Macron promises 'concrete measures' over student demands - amid fears of Halloween unrest
Emmanuel Macron says his government will unveil "concrete measures" in response to the demands of student protesters for more resources in France.
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The Ukrainian veteran of the battle for Mariupol who lost 25kg as a Russian prisoner of war
"Everyone in Ukraine should know how to apply a tourniquet and how to stop someone's bleeding," Anatolii says.
Politics
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Labour MPs urge chancellor to forgive councils' debt to boost house building
Labour MPs are urging the Treasury to forgive billions of pounds of legacy debt owed by councils to support Andy Burnham's pledge for a post-war housebuilding boom.
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PM open to 'honest discussion' about return to free movement with EU
Andy Burnham says that an "honest discussion" is needed about readopting the EU's free movement rules.
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Labour unveils £285m funding boost for local communities so 'decisions can be made closer to home'
Andy Burnham has announced £285m to fund local communities, declaring mayors shouldn't have to go "cap in hand to Westminster".
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UK pledges to spend £600m to defend against AI health and security threats
The UK has pledged to spend £600m to defend the public against threats to health and security from artificial intelligence.
Sport
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Michael Carrick: Why Man Utd head coach will stay on and could Bruno Fernandes play vs Chelsea plus other key questions
Michael Carrick has been given the chance to turn Manchester United's form around - a shock decision that has divided supporters and Sky Sports pundits.
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Harry Kane wins 2026 Ballon d'Or: Bayern Munich striker becomes first English winner of award in 25 years
Harry Kane has become the first English winner of the Ballon d'Or in 25 years after being honoured at a ceremony in London.
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Harry Kane wins Ballon d'Or: Bayern Munich striker completes 'Cinderella story' from EFL loans to world's best player
From forgettable EFL loan spells to being crowned the best player in the world, it is no wonder Harry Kane’s former boss thinks of his Ballon d'Or win as a fairy tale.
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United States GP: Martin Brundle's verdict on 'outstanding' Kimi Antonelli win in Austin and Oscar Piastri's struggles in 2026 F1 cars
Given that Red Bull and Ferrari, and from time to time McLaren, have undoubtedly closed down the pace advantage enjoyed by Mercedes in the first half of the season, it was looking possible that Kimi Antonelli might win the World Championship perhaps not fully in the style he would have wanted.
Showbiz
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Meghan 'can't wait' to join Junior MasterChef Australia as host
Meghan Markle has said she "can't wait" to join as a host for the upcoming series of Junior MasterChef Australia.
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Donald Trump launches foul-mouthed tirade at Norway - as 'number one fan' Nicki Minaj attends rally
Nicki Minaj said Donald Trump "has given us a future to look forward to" as she joined the US president on stage at a rally in Michigan.
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Was PM's Gogglebox double act inappropriate amid war alert? Burnham defends 'bit of humour'
They looked like a modern-day Morecambe and Wise. But at least they weren't sharing a bed like the famous comic duo.
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Actor Tom Skerritt, known for roles in Top Gun and Alien, has died
Actor Tom Skerritt, best known for roles in Top Gun and Alien, has died at the age of 93.
Technology
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Users reporting problems with Apple's first foldable iPhone - just days after going on sale
Owners of Apple's first foldable iPhone have reported problems with the device's screen - just days after the product went on sale.
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Anthropic reveals plans for blockbuster IPO
Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic, the company behind the popular Claude chatbot, has filed papers to sell shares to the public for the first time.
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UK pledges to spend £600m to defend against AI health and security threats
The UK has pledged to spend £600m to defend the public against threats to health and security from artificial intelligence.
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Starlink back to 'the level we need' in Ukraine, President Zelenskyy says
The Starlink satellite system is back to operating at the speed Ukraine needs after slowing down for more than a week, damaging Kyiv's ability to defend itself from Russian attacks, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
Strange
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Evading mines, soldiers and drones by bike: Sky speaks to women after escape from Russian occupation
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Ed Conway: The budget is always significant - but this one is particularly big
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Ukraine’s drone operation rescuing pets from the war zone
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Lord O'Neill calls Burnham's 'growth in every postcode' pledge 'slight lunacy'
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Window cleaners rescued from 15th floor of London skyscraper
It's a job that's not for the faint-hearted.
Videos
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PM open to 'honest discussion' about return to free movement with EU
Andy Burnham says that an "honest discussion" is needed about readopting the EU's free movement rules.
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Donald Trump launches foul-mouthed tirade at Norway - as 'number one fan' Nicki Minaj attends rally
Nicki Minaj said Donald Trump "has given us a future to look forward to" as she joined the US president on stage at a rally in Michigan.
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Anthropic reveals plans for blockbuster IPO
Artificial intelligence giant Anthropic, the company behind the popular Claude chatbot, has filed papers to sell shares to the public for the first time.
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Ebola cases in Democratic Republic of Congo surpass 10,000 as nurse treating patients is killed by mob
The number of Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has surpassed 10,000, government data showed, as fears that the epidemic could spread to more African countries grow.
Station News
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Solicitors for Older People Scotland
Radio Royal is pleased to announce the continuation of our sponsorship agreement with Solicitors for Older People Scotland.
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Robyn Jenkins Memorial Award Winners
Winners of the Robyn Jenkins Memorial Award 2020-21 announced.
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Volunteer of the Month - Andrew Morley
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