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Scotland's vape capital - what's behind the boom?
New research has shown a 28% growth in shops selling vape products in Scottish towns and cities - concentrated in the most deprived areas.
Scotland's vape capital - what's behind the boom?
New research has shown a 28% growth in shops selling vape products in Scottish towns and cities - concentrated in the most deprived areas.
Vodafone sold us a dream to take on shops - the reality was different
Two women from Lincolnshire are among 62 former franchisees taking the phone company to court.
Dangerous baby-sleep advice given to parents by self-described experts, secret filming reveals
The advice puts babies at risk of serious harm, even death, medical professionals have told the BBC.
Dangerous baby-sleep advice given to parents by self-described experts, secret filming reveals
The advice puts babies at risk of serious harm, even death, medical professionals have told the BBC.
Two killed and many injured after car driven into crowd in German city of Leipzig
A 33-year-old German citizen was detained following the incident, the authorities say.
The most talked-about looks at this year's Met Gala
The theme for 2026 Met Gala fundraiser is "Costume Art", exploring fashion as an embodied art form.
The most talked-about looks at this year's Met Gala
The theme for 2026 Met Gala fundraiser is "Costume Art", exploring fashion as an embodied art form.
British pubs closing at a rate of almost two per day in 2026
The British Beer and Pub Association says 161 pubs have closed in the first three months of this year.
Explosion at China fireworks factory kills 21 people
A blast at a fireworks factory in Hunan province has killed 21 people and injured 61, state media report.
Poverty and technology fueling record levels of slavery in UK
An independent report warns cost of living pressures are driving up exploitation levels in Britain.
Starmer to host Downing Street summit to address antisemitism
The prime minister will meet leaders from a number of sectors at Downing Street on Tuesday.
The Papers: 'Rivals circle Starmer' and bid to reopen Hormuz pushes region 'to the brink'
Several of the papers focus on Sir Keir Starmer's leadership of the Labour party.
Robots move in as waste firms struggle to find staff
Humanoid robots are being added to the automation of waste sorting.
Potholes fuel voter frustration before elections - so what can be done?
The state of the roads will be at the top of many voters' agenda at this week's local elections in England.
Potholes fuel voter frustration before elections - so what can be done?
The state of the roads will be at the top of many voters' agenda at this week's local elections in England.
A remarkable finale - but will 13 chaotic minutes cost Man City title?
A chaotic 13-minute spell from Man City in the second half of a six-goal thriller at Everton could prove to be the visitors' undoing in the Premier League title race.
She was an award-winning Broadway star - but still struggled to land roles
Broadway icon and Disney princess Lea Salonga has paved the way for Asian actors - but it hasn't been easy.
Wu beats Murphy in decider to win world title
Wu Yize becomes the second-youngest player to be crowned a Crucible champion, defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a compelling World Championship final.
Wu beats Murphy in decider to win world title
Wu Yize becomes the second-youngest player to be crowned a Crucible champion, defeating Shaun Murphy 18-17 in a compelling World Championship final.