Entries by BBC News

Companies exploiting welfare system by using residents as ‘cash cows,’ BBC finds

Agents try to attract people on housing benefit by using social media videos that offer free rooms and holidays.

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GTA 6: Can you cheat on someone with a video game character?

Grand Theft Auto VI lets you build and nurture a romantic relationship but some say dates with a fictional character are a step too far.

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Inside Chicago’s battle against the synthetic drugs flooding the US

A new wave of synthetic drugs is sweeping across the United States, raising fear of a worsening drug crisis. The BBC’s Quentin Sommerville reports from the frontlines in South Side, Chicago, where communities are battling the crisis.

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Ending corridor care in hospitals for children a priority, says health secretary

Yvette Cooper also announces £140m investment in England’s urgent care system, ahead of winter.

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The town swapping lie-ins for early morning raves

A seaside town is hosting an early morning alternative for clubbing fans.

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Health workers run out of patience with Stormont budget delay

The practical impact of Northern Ireland’s budget delay seemed relatively muted until earlier this week when hospital doctors announced two strikes.

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Pope discharged from hospital days after lung cancer surgery

The pontiff will give the traditional Angelus prayer and blessing in St Peter’s Square on Sunday.

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Online event offers support for menopause and pain

Menopause Matters is holding a county-wide online forum on Sunday for World Menopause Day.

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Why people who have never smoked are getting hooked on vaping

More than one million people now vape who have never been smokers, according to the ONS.

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Russian man linked to deadly London hospitals hack arrested

The 28-year-old detained by German police is accused of being part of the cyber-crime gang that hacked blood-test firm Synnovis in 2024.

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