BBC News In the first round, Craig secured 47% of the vote, compared with Astley’s 21%. This meant the ballot papers from voters who did not select either of them as their first choice were brought back into play. They were checked to see if the second-preference votes were for either the Labour or Reform […]
BBC News The BBC has contacted the contractor for comment. Hearn’s lawyers said in a statement to BBC News, that the case “should have never been brought”. “Its dismissal today does not erase the abuse of government power in arresting and charging a patriotic American who did nothing wrong. The government’s approach was ready, fire, […]
BBC News Houghton and Vartarian had just been assigned to Elgin’s new cold case unit in 2024 when the chief informed them that the job would also involve podcasting. “We’re already starting this new unit,” Houghton recalls. “Why are we adding something else new on top of that?” Houghton and his partner begrudgingly began figuring […]
BBC News Seaweeds are one of the most ancient forms of life – having developed more than 1bn years ago – and many provide a critical food source for fish and a haven for them to lay their eggs. For humans, the abundant minerals and anti-inflammatory properties of certain seaweeds have seen their extracts used […]
BBC News Love has always been central to FLO’s music, but on this album they explore its messier realities, with nights out providing the backdrop for stories of heartbreak, healing and friendship. “So go ahead and kiss who you wanna / whatever the trauma / If you ever fall out of love / try therapy […]
BBC News Independent ballistic experts have told the BBC that injuries sustained by some Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) supporters during last week’s protest in the Indian capital were caused by pellet guns. Warning: This story contains images some might find distressing Central Delhi witnessed overwhelming violence on 20 July when tens of thousands of protesters […]
