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Why did I put myself through the pain of going to court, rape victim tells BBC

A girl who was raped by two teenage boys has told the BBC that a judge's decision to spare them jail sentences was like a "rock straight in my face".

'I saved lives', says man who chased Golders Green suspect

Jewish security volunteer Isaac, told the BBC 'we run towards danger, we don't run away'.

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'God gave me back my life' Golders Green victim tells BBC

Shloime Rand was one of two people stabbed on Wednesday, in what police are treating as a terrorist incident.

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Watch: Girl describes finding rare Mexican axolotl in Wales

Evie, 10, tells the BBC about finding the axolotl - named Dippy - and bringing it home to Leicester.

Watch: Reporter told to fake domestic abuse claim to remain in the UK

Some migrants are being encouraged to fabricate abuse allegations in order to stay in the UK.

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Watch: Lord Mandelson arrives at home after being released on bail

Lord Mandelson has been released pending further investigation, the Metropolitan Police says, hours after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

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What happens next for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor?

The former prince was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and taken to a Norfolk police station for questioning on Thursday 19 February.

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Watch: The day Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested

The former prince spent the day at a police station in Norfolk, before being released under investigation.

Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, younger brother of Britain’s King Charles, formerly known as Prince Andrew, leaves Aylsham Police Station on a vehicle, on the day he was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public of office

Watch as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's car leaves police station

The former prince was seen leaving Aylsham police station on Thursday evening.

King Charles shaking hands with a man in army attire as he leaves a car in centra London

Watch: Reporter asks King for reaction to brother's arrest

Crowds and press were at a London Fashion Week event attended by the King hours after the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.

Vehicles arrive at Sandringham Estate in Norfolk

Unmarked police vehicles were seen arriving at Sandringham Estate, where Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been living.

Dimbleby: I 'strongly believe' King wants Andrew to testify on Epstein

Jonathan Dimbleby tells BBC Newsnight that the King will be "feeling the pain" of the scandal surrounding his brother.

Noel is standing at an entry with his hands in his pockets.

Rat 'was the size of a small dog'

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Moment cargo ship crashes into oil tanker in North Sea

A jury has seen footage of a cargo ship crashing into an oil tanker, which triggered an explosion and killed a crew member.

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Hunt family bravery prompted me to share assault story, says Queen

Queen Camilla has praised the courage of John and Amy Hunt, whose family were killed last year.

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'It's amazing' - Torvill and Dean recognised in New Year Honours

The ice-skating duo are best known for their winning performance at the 1984 winter Olympics.

Bobby Seagull, wearing a red jacket, smiles at the camera.

'Is it jury duty?': Bobby Seagull recalls receiving New Year Honours letter

The broadcaster and maths teacher is appointed an MBE for his services to public libraries.

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King urges kindness and resilience in Christmas message

The King's Christmas message calls for unity in a divided world.

Richard Davies and Faye Stevenson-Davies hold a sign showing lottery balls and text saying one million pounds winner.

'You can't get more luck than that': Couple celebrate second £1m lottery win

Richard Davies and Faye Stevenson-Davies first won the jackpot in 2018, and have beaten the odds yet again.

MI6 chief warns 'we are in a space between peace and war'

The new head of Britain's overseas spy agency has warned about an interlocking web of security challenges.