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Burnham 'open' to calls for slavery apology but not reparations
The British government has never formally apologised for slavery despite repeated calls from a number of Commonwealth leaders.
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Politics
Evacuees from Russia-occupied city where residents ate weeds arrive in Ukraine
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Europe
Why North Korea's 'elite' hackers are the prime suspect in major Binance hack
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Technology
Celebrity Traitors comes to a climax in nail-biting final
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Culture
Watch: Traitor or faithful? Celebrities reveal their allegiances. Video, 00:01:01
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Premier League: Estevao has Chelsea's third ruled out against 10-man Man Utd
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Premier League
After 28 years and 36,000 miles, Karl Bushby is almost home
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Hull & East Yorkshire

Sport headlines

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Championship: Norwich come from 2-0 down to lead Watford; Stoke & Birmingham heading for wins
Follow live text commentary and score updates from Saturday's action in the EFL Championship, with 11 games taking place.
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Championship
Carragher apologises to Villa for 'wrong' language
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Aston Villa
'Un-Australian' - Warner tears into former side after SA charge to win
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Cricket
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Women's Super League: In-form Man Utd goalless at Everton
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Women's Super League
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Scottish Premiership: Build-up as Kilmarnock face St Johnstone & Motherwell host St Mirren
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Scottish Football

Spooky season

Chilling tales and haunting tracks on iPlayer and Sounds

Keanu Reeves stars in Bram Stoker's Dracula. Video
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iPlayer
The true story behind 'Britain’s most haunted house' Audio
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Sounds
Four vampires who have been bickering housemates for centuries
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iPlayer
A grief-stricken couple try to escape their past, but the past has other ideas... Video
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Join 6 Music for a dark side goth, electronic and dark pop mixtape. Audio
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Entertainment and TV

Latest news and must-see moments

Delve into the catacombs of the BBC's Halloween TV and films
Embrace the dark nights with films and TV shows screaming now on iPlayer...
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Media Centre
Why Glenn Close fought to keep the original ending of Fatal Attraction. Video, 00:01:52
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The Graham Norton Show
Which songs will the Strictly couples dance to for Halloween Week?
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Media Centre
'Surreal' for singer to hear songs on Celebrity Traitors
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England
Philomena Cunk returns for Charlie Brooker's biggest film journey yet
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Gruffalo illustrator considering legal action against AI firms
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London
Why we have a morbid fascination with films about serial killers. Audio
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Sounds

Catch up

Watch the finale of The Celebrity Traitors

As the ultimate game of deception and trust draws to a close, the stakes have never been higher...

Spoilers ahead!

Who won The Celebrity Traitors?
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Claudia and the finalists join Ed to discuss the Traitors endgame. Video
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iPlayer
What did the stars think about their time in the castle?
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Media Centre
Watch Claudia's first all-star cast in Celebrity Traitors series one. Video
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iPlayer

Quizzes and games

Weekly quiz: What was wrong with the Spotify listing of Dolly Parton's Jolene?
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Culture
Put your knowledge of Halloween traditions and superstitions to the test
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Bitesize
Only 11% of quizzers got full marks last week: How will you score this week?
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Sport
Try this archive TV quiz about spectres, spooks, phantoms and ghosts
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Archive
Guess the UK city from its landmark
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Bitesize

Food and recipes

Weekend cooking projects to hunker down with this autumn
Why not try something relaxing, absorbing and ultimately delicious?
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Food
We've got your Halloween party menu covered
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Food
The batch-cook base dishes that save you money in the supermarket
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Food
Is this pub the oldest in England?
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Somerset
Why are pumpkins associated with Halloween?
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Bitesize

Health and wellbeing

'Don't be frightened of the snot' - and other tips for dealing with childhood bugs
It's that time of year when kids (and their grown-ups) might feel like they're in a state of never-ending colds - but what can you do about it?
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CBeebies Parenting
Why do we dream?
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Bitesize
What is the appeal of the backyard ultra?
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England
I'm one of a growing number of Gen Z birdwatchers - it helps my mental health
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Glasgow & West Scotland
Should you drink kefir every day? A dietitian explains the benefits
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Food

Uplifting stories

Chippy owner honoured with painting by royal artist
Pindy Kaur's portrait by Nicky Philips is part of an exhibition honouring the impact of independent businesses on their communities.
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South Yorkshire
Celebrity Traitors' Joe Lycett's tribute to viral TikTok nan
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Wales
International star Eartha Kitt feels right at home in a small Yorkshire town. Video, 00:07:02
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Archive
Kane's rise from childhood keeper to the best in the world
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England Men
Take a trip to the Canadian Rockies in search of wild horses. Video, 58 minutes
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Insight and analysis

A closer look at the week's stories

When a wedding fell apart, 11 strangers helped create something unforgettable
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Northern Ireland
Responsible or panicked? Meet the people around the world already preparing for crisis
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World
AC Milan v Inter and the tale of an iconic image
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Football
Will I get the £100 energy payment and when will I receive it?
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Business
Which weather app is the most accurate? Audio
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Sounds

Science and nature

Autumnal wildlife shots catch 'incredible' moments
Photographers across the North East and Cumbria capture striking images of dolphins, bitterns and stags.
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England
Tiny zebra-striped bee sighting a 'huge surprise'
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Somerset
'An annoying buzz': The search for stealthier drones
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Technology
The 'cartwheeling' snake clocking top speeds while rolling to safety
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Newsround
Can science help us explain our strangest ghostly encounters? Audio, 43 minutes
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Sounds

The video playlist

Watch a selection of standout clips from across the BBC

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Discover more to watch and listen to

Jump scares: Cheap thrills or movie-making magic?
Boo! Inside Cinema examines the filmmaking tricks that keep audiences on the edge of their seats
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iPlayer
Comedian Bob Mortimer chooses his Desert Island Discs
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Sounds
Robson Green plays an ex-con who finds himself solving crimes
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iPlayer
How many horror films took inspiration from the disturbing case of Ed Gein?
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Sounds
From farthings to pounds: The story behind the money in your wallet
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iPlayer

Around the UK

Stories from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

UK has 'no authority' over death of woman shot in US
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Liverpool
Man arrested over death of 80-year-old man in Fife
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Edinburgh, Fife & East
Toddler heads to US for cancer treatment as family given 'glimmer of hope'
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Wales
Fault on key electricity link ahead of winter peak
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