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BBC News - UK Chris Packham and Caroline Lucas quit RSPCA over abattoir cruelty claims The TV presenter and ex-Green MP quit after an investigation into some of the charity's approved abattoirs. Published : Sat, 21 Dec 2024 15:17:01 GMT Strong winds disrupt travel as Christmas getaway continues Roads, ferries, rail and air travel face disruption on one of the busiest travel days of the year. Published : Sat, 21 Dec 2024 14:30:14 GMT Lockerbie suspect 'is the bomber', Kenny MacAskill says Abu Agila Masud is due to go on trial in Washington in May facing three charges, which he denies. Published : Sat, 21 Dec 2024 13:12:54 GMT Just Stop Oil activist, 77, sent back to jail over ankle tag issue Gaie Delap was unable to wear an electronic tag due to health problems. Published : Sat, 21 Dec 2024 15:17:01 GMT What are royal Christmas cards trying to tell us? The hidden messages and memories in the annual round of cards sent out by the Royal Family. Published : Sat, 21 Dec 2024 01:05:33 GMT Wham! are Christmas number one for a second time Last Christmas tops the festive chart for a second year running, but Band Aid misses the top 10. Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 17:46:39 GMT Trump campaign adviser calls new UK ambassador a 'moron' Lord Peter Mandelson will be the UK's next ambassador to the US, an appointment he describes as "a great honour". Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 19:49:55 GMT How boys' mistaken identity murders broke hearts BBC Social Affairs Correspondent Fiona Lamdin sat through the case that often stunned the courtroom. Published : Sat, 21 Dec 2024 07:37:31 GMT End of coeliac bread prescription 'a kick in teeth' From Febuary gluten-free bread and flour will no longer be prescribed in Leicestershire and Rutland. Published : Sat, 21 Dec 2024 07:15:03 GMT Brothers charged over airport fight with police Two men are charged after an incident at Manchester Airport, but no officers will face charges. Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:28:20 GMT Man abandons haircut to help officer under attack Kyle Whiting ran to a police officer's aid with the barber's cape still draped over his shoulders. Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:21:27 GMT Countdown crowns first female winner since 1998 Fiona Wood, from Kinross, won after correctly identifying "lassitude" as the final conundrum. Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:30:17 GMT E-bike battery fire destroys family home One occupant escaped through the front door and two others were forced to climb on to the roof. Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:07:23 GMT Met officer who slapped boy guilty of assault PC Sevda Gonen claimed she was concerned for the boy's life, a court hears. Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 19:44:29 GMT Landmark new rules to bring transparency to family courts The changes will allow meaningful reporting on cases in England and Wales for the first time. Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 06:00:02 GMT Zoe Ball signs off from final Radio 2 breakfast show Ball says it's time "to step away from the very early mornings and focus on family" after six years. Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:16:18 GMT Timelapse shows winter solstice sunrise at Stonehenge Crowds gathered at Stonehenge on Saturday morning to mark the annual winter solstice. Published : Sat, 21 Dec 2024 11:28:08 GMT Watch: Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr reunite on stage The former bandmates hugged at a gig in London before they performed Beatles classic songs together. Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 13:46:43 GMT The town with Christmas lights designed by kids Newburgh in Fife holds a competition every year for its children to design a new festive light. Published : Sat, 21 Dec 2024 09:11:54 GMT Zoe Ball in tears at son Woody's last show message Zoe Ball gets tearful after a surprise message from her son on her last Radio 2 Breakfast show. Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:13:55 GMT 'There are no barriers': Youngsters explain what blind Strictly winner means to them Chris McCausland answers questions from young visually impaired people on Newsround. Published : Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:41:38 GMT Mishal Husain bids farewell in final Today episode After 11 years as a host, the presenter was joined by special guests on her final Today programme. Published : Tue, 17 Dec 2024 10:08:09 GMT How a tiny village grew into a huge luxury destination From sticky toffee pudding to three Michelin-starred dining, a Lake District hamlet turns hotspot. Published : Sat, 21 Dec 2024 08:35:08 GMT Why self-confessed 'superfans' were engrossed by Post Office inquiry People with no connection to the Post Office avidly followed the inquiry, both online and in person. Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:02:26 GMT Waspi women refused payouts - but what other compensation bills are looming? Billions have been earmarked for victims of the Post Office and infected blood scandals. Published : Sat, 21 Dec 2024 01:21:21 GMT Peter Mandelson: How the Prince of Darkness became his excellency Lord Mandelson - set to be the UK's ambassador to the US - revels in his image as a behind-the-scenes fixer. Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 13:47:35 GMT How much is the winter fuel payment and who can still get it? Government plans to limit the payment have been criticised by some MPs, unions and charities. Published : Fri, 20 Dec 2024 22:01:31 GMT

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