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He took a 'huge gamble' and helped shape growing trend in Liverpool

Liverpool has seen a number of food hall concepts open up over the last decade

Two Brits among three dead after Swiss Alps plane crash, Foreign Office confirms

The small plane crashed high in the mountains near the town of Leukerbad in the southern canton of Valais, Switzerland on Tuesday, September 15

Gardeners urged to plant 1 spring bulb this weekend for a blooming spring garden

A gardening expert says you should get them in the ground this weekend

Do whales grieve? Rare footage of humpback alongside stillborn calf suggests they might | Olaf Meynecke for the Conversation

The behaviours we observed could represent grief, but they could also reflect maternal attachment, confusion or instinctive caregiving It was a tragic sight. One day last July, a newborn humpback whale calf lay motionle…

UK prosecutors file for extradition of the Tate brothers from the US

The brothers are facing a total of 59 charges in the UK, including rape. Both men deny any wrongdoing.

The Documentary

Katy Watson explores Australia's relationship with China - partner, rival or 'frenemy'?

William and Kate head to Bute for first official trip to island

The royal couple will spend time with members of the local community and speak to people helping to protect the environment.

Two Brits among three dead in Swiss Alps plane crash as Foreign Office issues statement

The small plane crashed high in the mountains in Switzerland on Tuesday

Fiji declares national HIV emergency as Pacific nation grapples with surge in cases

Government estimates that one in 60 adults in Fiji now living with HIV, as escalating use of methamphetamine fuels ‘epidemic’ Fiji has declared a national HIV emergency amid a spike in infections as the Pacific nation g…

Trump voices concerns over Canada-EU proposal

US interest rates raised for first time in three years

Rates were hiked in a unanimous decision despite fierce opposition from President Donald Trump, who had called for a cut.

Why Trump's hand-picked Fed chair defied him by raising interest rates

The 0.25% increase comes despite fierce opposition from the US president, who has called for rates to be cut.

EU chief backs plan for Canada to become 'associate member'

Trump, who has frequently clashed with Canada's PM, threatens to cut trade with the European Union in response to the proposal.

‘Harrowing reading’: what the inquiry into NZ fugitive father Tom Phillips revealed

Inquiry uncovered missed opportunities and failures by New Zealand police and government agencies that may have avoided four-year hunt A major public inquiry into the disappearance of fugitive father Tom Phillips, who h…

Underrated European city where it's quicker to get a train from the UK than to fly

Brussels is an ideal destination for a short city break, thanks to its impressive medieval architecture, relaxed atmosphere and more than 100 museums

Busy road closes after crash as police urge drivers to avoid area

The force are carrying out investigations

At least seven months of relentless rain needed to end drought, research shows

Almost 75% of England remains in drought following an exceptionally dry spring and summer.

No more ‘Mark doing freaky things’ as Nawaqanitawase’s NRL farewell looms

The much-loved winger has an ‘unbelievable’ Roosters highlights reel but will soon cross codes again for the next rugby union chapter in Japan Mark Nawaqanitawase, the prime producer of NRL highlights, will soon be lost…

Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC

Evan Spiegel says it would be "an important step forward for the industry" in an interview with the BBC.

Original Tyne and Wear Metro trains feature in Newcastle city centre art project

The urban installation has seen the subway tunnel underneath the 55 Degrees North roundabout be converted into a 75 metre long gallery

Carrick 'not bothered' by pressure - but should he be after this latest mess?

Manager Michael Carrick insists he does not feel under pressure after Manchester United's EFL Cup exit.

Boehly and Walter sell Chelsea stakes to Clearlake

Clearlake Capital acquires full control of Chelsea as chairman Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter sell their stakes in the club.

Boehly and Walter sell Chelsea shares as Clearlake Capital takes full control of club

American chair Boehly leaves role after deal is secured ‘I am confident that Chelsea is well positioned’ Todd Boehly and Mark Walter have sold their stakes in Chelsea in a deal under which Clearlake Capital takes full c…

Cosmetic procedures ‘shouldn’t be performed on patients with body dysmorphia’, health officials say

New draft guidance says the patient should be referred to a specialist instead