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Printworks: Final show for famous dance music venue https://ift.tt/awjicDb The London club, which has hosted the Chemical Brothers and Aphex Twin, will become an office block.

Pope Francis urges Hungarians to 'open doors' to migrants https://ift.tt/awjicDb The pontiff addressed up to 100,000 people, including Hungary's nationalist PM Viktor Orban.

Bulgari store in Paris robbed in broad daylight https://ift.tt/awjicDb Video shows suspects making a getaway on motorbikes from the city's flagship Bulgari store.

Thailand: Southeast Asia's 'weed wonderland' https://ift.tt/8VLgY10 Business booms in a free-for-all industry less than a year after Thailand legalised cannabis.

The enduring call of Local Hero 40 years on https://ift.tt/8VLgY10 The village of Pennan and its red phone box were made famous by the classic 1983 Bill Forsyth movie.

'I was kidnapped by paedophile Robert Frid when I was three' https://ift.tt/8VLgY10 Robert Frid is given another 10 years in jail for 1986 attack on three-year-old girl.

How taking it slow could help protect our money https://ift.tt/8VLgY10 A culture of instant buying, paying, and delivery brings convenience but could expose our finances to harm.

The Papers: Nation to chant for Charles, as King vows to serve https://ift.tt/8VLgY10 Sunday's front pages focus on King Charles's much-anticipated Coronation ceremony.

Local elections 2023: Conservatives hope to retain red wall gains https://ift.tt/tkE6I21 People in Clay Cross discuss the area's political history and what might happen on 4 May.

From Children's Toys to Farmers' Fields, Russia Is Leaving Deadly Traps to Kill Civilians https://ift.tt/tkE6I21 KYIV, Ukraine – Despite ongoing fighting in war-torn Ukraine, local farmers need to get crops in the ground this spring if there's going to be food to harvest this fall. Plowing their fields, though, comes with the deadly risk of possibly hitting a hidden land mine.    CBN News obtained footage of one farmer hitting one of those Russian mines with his tractor. In areas liberated from Russian occupation, hundreds of thousands of mines litter the fields, and dozens have already died while trying to plant their crops.

King Charles coronation: Does Scotland want its kilted king? https://ift.tt/tkE6I21 Charles is a king with his heart in the Highlands, but is Scotland ready to claim him as its own?

Emmett Till accuser Carolyn Brant dies at 88 https://ift.tt/tkE6I21 The black teenager's lynching in 1955 at the hands of her husband spurred the US civil rights movement.

The Papers: 'Vindictive' rail unions and Springer's 'goodbye and take care' https://ift.tt/tkE6I21 Friday's front headlines cover the latest rail strikes announced and the death of Jerry Springer.

The Papers: Coronation invite 'backlash' and 'more police on streets' https://ift.tt/GAFog3S Thursday's headlines criticise Coronation guests and includes plans to get police back on streets.

Fugees' Pras Michel found guilty of illegal lobbying https://ift.tt/GAFog3S The rapper is found guilty of taking money from a fugitive billionaire to influence US politics.

SNP donations will not be reimbursed, says Yousaf https://ift.tt/QlXxr79 Money given for independence campaigning will not be returned if a second referendum does not take place.

Norway criticises Sweden's response after research rocket goes awry https://ift.tt/QlXxr79 Oslo says it was not properly informed after a research rocket accidentally hit its territory.

Sudan evacuation: The perilous journey facing UK nationals trying to flee https://ift.tt/QlXxr79 The UK has started evacuations - but not everyone is able to reach the airfield in Khartoum.

The Papers: 'Get them out' of Sudan and Len gets 'a perfect 10' https://ift.tt/MnQOH4q Tuesday's papers cover Britons stuck in Sudan and many picture tributes to former Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman following his death.

SNP working towards deadline to file accounts - Yousaf https://ift.tt/MnQOH4q The first minister spoke after meeting the PM in London for the first time since taking office.

Fifa game successor EA Sports FC set for kick-off https://ift.tt/OFvGRjn Work has started on introducing the successor to the famous football game.

Maleficent: Dragon catches fire during Disneyland show in LA https://ift.tt/OFvGRjn Maleficent the fire-breathing dragon dramatically went up in flames during Saturday's live show.

The Papers: Labour racism row and Britons rescued from Sudan https://ift.tt/OFvGRjn Diane Abbott loses the Labour whip and Britons being evacuated from war-torn Sudan lead Monday's papers.

London Marathon: The weird and wacky costumes from past to present https://ift.tt/bXd96z3 A look back at some of the best London Marathon costumes donned by runners since 1981.

Tory peer Lord Maude calls for more robust culture in Whitehall https://ift.tt/bXd96z3 Lord Maude, a former Tory minister, is leading a government review of how the civil service works.

What photo ID do you need to vote in UK elections? https://ift.tt/bXd96z3 Voters have only a few days left to apply for an alternative ID ahead of elections on 4 May.

Fans speechless after spectacular Wrexham promotion https://ift.tt/bXd96z3 The club has returned to the football league two years after its Hollywood owners took charge.

Week in pictures: 15-21 April 2023 https://ift.tt/uR5TaN8 A selection of striking images from around the world, taken in the past seven days.

UK emergency-alert system: What is it and when is the test? https://ift.tt/uR5TaN8 The new government emergency-alert system will be tested on Sunday, 23 April.

The Papers: 'Raab quits in fury' and 'tone-deaf resignation' https://ift.tt/uR5TaN8 Former deputy PM Dominic Raab's resignation leads most of Saturday's front pages.

The tech entrepreneur betting he can get younger https://ift.tt/dmAwOLy Millions of dollars are being poured into research to find ways of making lives longer and healthier.

Cocaine smuggling submarine reveals Europe's drug crisis https://ift.tt/dmAwOLy The carbon fibre vessel took three men and $150m of drugs from the Amazon rainforest to Spain.

Maine energy: Much delayed US-Canada hydro project gets go-ahead https://ift.tt/dmAwOLy A Maine referendum had dealt a blow in 2021 to the $1bn New England Energy Connect project.

Bank says no real risk in ringing for financial help https://ift.tt/wLUCfzM The boss of Santander says telling a bank you're struggling may not harm your credit rating.

London Marathon 2023: Organisers receive 'unique' assurances over planned protests https://ift.tt/wLUCfzM London Marathon organisers have been given "unique" assurances by Extinction Rebellion over Sunday's planned protest.

Eurovision 2023: Alesha Dixon, Hannah Waddingham and Julia Sanina's responsibility to Ukraine https://ift.tt/wLUCfzM The presenters say it's "so much more than a competition", as Liverpool hosts on behalf of Ukraine.

Iran protests: LGBTQ community rises up https://ift.tt/becK9hQ In a country where homosexuality is punishable by death, the community shows unprecedented defiance.

UK emergency-alert system: What is it and when is the test? https://ift.tt/becK9hQ The new government emergency-alert system will be tested on Sunday, 23 April.

Pakistan: Lorries crushed and buried in deadly landslide https://ift.tt/becK9hQ At least two people died as dozens of vehicles were engulfed while en route to Afghanistan.

Ralph Yarl: Man charged with shooting boy who knocked wrong door https://ift.tt/Tk0UWvZ A prosecutor says there was a "racial component" to the white homeowner's shooting of the black teen.

The Papers: Sunak probe and King Charles' 'flantastic' quiche https://ift.tt/Tk0UWvZ The investigation into the prime minister's possible failure to declare an interest leads several of Tuesday's papers.

Alabama shooting: Phil Dowdell died saving sister's life https://ift.tt/Tk0UWvZ Alexis Dowdell told the BBC her 18-year-old brother pushed her to the floor as gunfire erupted.

Chris Mason: How big a deal is inquiry into Rishi Sunak's declarations? https://ift.tt/Tk0UWvZ Rishi Sunak is being investigated over a possible failure to declare an interest related to a childcare firm.

'We wish we could go back': Life in a war-torn Myanmar https://ift.tt/i3kMvLX The BBC visits Myanmar, where two years after the coup, fear and quiet defiance are everywhere.

Good Friday Agreement: Hillary Clinton urges NI parties to return to power sharing https://ift.tt/i3kMvLX The former US Secretary of State is in Belfast to mark 25 years since the Good Friday Agreement.

US savers get savvy ditching and switching banks https://ift.tt/oSLcNUa A wave of transfers is hitting US banks, adding another wrinkle to challenges facing the financial system.

The Papers: Grand National protests and NHS 'mega strike' https://ift.tt/oSLcNUa Many of Sunday's papers focus on the protest by animal rights activists at Aintree.

Ukraine war: In Kyiv, top officials shrug off US documents leak https://ift.tt/GybdEBm Officials in Kyiv tell the BBC recent leaks of US intelligence didn't reveal any important information.

Meet the hacker armies on Ukraine's cyber front line https://ift.tt/GybdEBm How links between ‘hacktivists’ and official military are becoming blurred on both sides in the war.

Environment Agency workers strike over falling pay https://ift.tt/h1LtRmc Workers responsible for protecting England's environment will stage a three day walkout over low pay.

The Papers: 'Farewell Ms Miniskirt' and nurses to reject pay deal https://ift.tt/h1LtRmc The death of legendary fashion designer Dame Mary Quant dominates Friday's papers.

In pictures: 2023 Sony World Photography Awards https://ift.tt/h1LtRmc The winners of the 2023 Sony World Photography Awards have been announced.

The plan to make a giant hot water bottle underground https://ift.tt/h1LtRmc Hot water can be stored underground and the heat used when needed to keep buildings warm.

Quiz of the week: What mod cons does the royal carriage have? https://ift.tt/h1LtRmc How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days?

Yellow dust: Sandstorms bring misery from China to South Korea https://ift.tt/h1LtRmc Sandstorms are an annual ordeal in north-east Asia but that does not make it easier for millions.

US gun control: What is the NRA and why is it so powerful? https://ift.tt/h1LtRmc The National Rifle Association plays a central role in the contentious issue of US gun control.

Eggs becoming a luxury in Japan bird flu crisis https://ift.tt/QvODnFw The soaring price of eggs has led to diners as well as McDonalds and 7-Eleven stores cutting back.

Newspaper headlines: 'King's relief' Harry will fly home for coronation https://ift.tt/QvODnFw Thursday's papers are dominated by Prince Harry's decision to attend his father's coronation without his wife.

Tupperware: Why the household name could soon be history https://ift.tt/59jusTr The name is so familiar many do not even realise it is a brand - but the firm may be in deep trouble.

Joe Biden in Belfast to mark 25th anniversary of Good Friday Agreement https://ift.tt/59jusTr The US president is met by Rishi Sunak at the start of his four-day trip to Northern Ireland and the Republic.

Evan Gershkovich: US says journalist is wrongfully detained in Russia https://ift.tt/QsC0H23 Russia accuses Evan Gershkovich of the Wall Street Journal of spying, but the publication denies this.

Unesco world heritage status: Seven sites win UK backing https://ift.tt/YxbqlNm York, Birkenhead Park and an iron age settlement in Shetland are among the sites being put forward.

NHS patient 'stuck in hospital with months to live' https://ift.tt/JyD6zpf Charlotte Mills-Murray, 34, said decisions over her home care had been repeatedly delayed.

Eurovision 2023: Airbnb host tried to increase rent from £465 to over £2,000 https://ift.tt/JyD6zpf Roy Henry says the host he booked with tried to raise the price from £465 to more than £2,000.

Junior doctor strike: Union's pay demands 'unrealistic', says Steve Barclay https://ift.tt/JyD6zpf Many junior doctors are set to take part in a four-day walkout after the Easter weekend as part of an ongoing pay dispute.

The papers: 'Brits shot in West Bank' and 'coronation invites' https://ift.tt/S1ZCpl2 Friday's papers feature coronation invites for charity workers and a shooting in the West Bank.

Masters play suspended as trees fall close to crowd https://ift.tt/S1ZCpl2 Play is suspended on day two of the Masters after trees fall across the 17th tee at Augusta because of storms.

What we can learn from a lonely death in social housing https://ift.tt/3tXYmcV Bureaucracy, isolation and government mistakes all led to a woman lying dead in her London flat for two years.

Eurovision 2023: Every song ranked, from Albania to the UK https://ift.tt/bxGYKE1 All 37 countries have now submitted their entries. But which are the gems and what are the duds?

How to crack Easter on a budget https://ift.tt/UR5ypsX BBC Food's money saving tips for making Easter weekend extra special.

The historic arraignment in 60 seconds https://ift.tt/UR5ypsX Donald Trump had an unprecedented day in New York City, pleading not guilty to 34 felony charges.

Donald Trump hunkers down in New York ahead of arraignment https://ift.tt/TG5xM7y New York's mayor issued a warning to what he termed "rabble rousers" to control their "misplaced anger".

Wet wipes ban planned in England to tackle water pollution https://ift.tt/TG5xM7y The environment minister says she will ban wet wipes but critics say it barely tackles the problem.

Afghanistan: Rounded up from the streets into Taliban drug rehab https://ift.tt/5spgZQO Afghanistan's government is running an aggressive campaign to remove drug users from the streets.

US tornadoes: Death toll grows as extreme storms ravage several states https://ift.tt/gEuhrJL At least 21 people have been killed after a series of tornadoes tore through several US states.

Andrew Tate: See luxury villa where brothers are under house arrest https://ift.tt/gEuhrJL The BBC's Lucy Williamson is outside the compound where Andrew Tate and brother Tristan are confined.