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IrelandScotlandWalesHow one detective's suspicions unravelled the lies of a child abuser and his brotherJohn Siddell had been ruled unfit to stand trial but his lies were exposed by chance encounter.22 hrs agoLeicestershireSecond man arrested over hit and runWest Midlands Police says a 52-year-old was arrested in Birmingham on Saturday night.6 hrs agoEngland'People like us': The council with no official oppositionLiberal Democrats won every single seat in Richmond-upon-Thames at the local election, but is that good for democracy?6 hrs agoLondonSir Ian McKellen opens former pit village theatreThe company has a new theatre space opened by Sir Ian McKellen and offers paid work to local actors.4 hrs agoEnglandSouthend fans' joy after penalty drama at WembleyFans of Southend United are in ecstasy as the side wins its first ever domestic trophy.1 hr agoEssex'Everybody frustrated' as Bluebird runs abandonedFurther technical woes and winds bring the final day of a week-long event to a close without action.5 hrs agoCumbriaPolice say search for boy, 14, is now 'extensive'The force has asked again that people refrain from sharing unconfirmed information on social media.7 hrs agoDevonSwatch stores close for second day after crowdsThe launch of a new £335 pocket watch has drawn criticism after queues of shoppers built up again.Councillor to stand down after death threats against him and his dogRichard Udall says he received threats to put poisoned bacon through his letterbox.Plea to dog owners after delivery driver attackedA delivery driver says she is "terrified of an animal she once loved" after being bitten in Kendal.Choir's FA Cup performance 'surreal and beautiful'The Bantam of the Opera choir performs at the FA Cup final wearing Bradford City's new football kit.Largest octopus bloom in 75 years inspires filmDavid Palfrey makes a film inspired by encountering many octopus while diving in Cornish waters.Stories to make you smile'A haunted house at the top of your street is fantastic'A quiet residential street in Pontefract is the focus of a podcast exploring paranormal phenomena.Meet the animal stars who made it to the big screenThe animals who have starred alongside Hugh Jackman, Emma Thompson and David Attenborough.'I volunteered on DIY SOS - now they've helped me'Volunteers complete a Burnley tradeswoman's house renovations in 13 days so her mum can move in.Features & AnalysisWould you give up your seat on the Tube for me? BBC Radio London's Saadeya Shamsuddin reflects on the reality of travelling London's transport network while pregnant.The 'prince of pop art who was forgotten by his home' city finally gets exhibitionPeter Phillips was key to the pop art movement but his home city of Birmingham hardly noticed. Where have all the female councillors gone?Birmingham has seen a big drop in female councillors since the local elections.The village forever linked to Donald Campbell's triumphs and tragedyConiston is as famous for the exploits of speed king Donald Campbell as it is for its rolling hills.'I knew he'd killed her, I just knew'The mother of a woman killed by her husband speaks to the BBC after he is turned down for parole.SportWest Ham loss deepens drop fears as Spurs on cusp of safetyWest Ham's survival hopes are hanging by a thread following a deeply damaging defeat against Newcastle United.'We share same ambition' - Alonso named Chelsea's third boss in yearFormer Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso is appointed as Chelsea manager - a day after their FA Cup final defeat by Manchester City.Fernandes equals assist record as Man Utd beat ForestBruno Fernandes equals the Premier League record for assists in a season as Manchester United win a five-goal encounter with Nottingham Forest.Sunderland beat Everton to keep European hopes aliveSunderland kept alive their hopes of playing in major European competition for the first time since the 1970s as they came from behind to beat Everton.Latest updatesJust nowHull City tickets and kick-off time for Championship play-off The Tigers are due to face Southampton in the final at Wembley for a place in the Premier League.Just now51 mins agoRuby's a fan at heartRuby Tui reacts to the action from the stands during at England's Women's Six Nations encounter with France. 51 mins ago53 mins agoEngland 'go to the trenches' to silence doubtersEngland's had to "go to the trenches" during their Women's Six Nations title defence and "fronted up" to prove to their doubters wrong, says captain Meg Jones.53 mins ago3 hrs agoJones left it all out thereEngland's Megan Jones admits she is "shattered" after their Six Nations Grand Slam victory. 3 hrs ago3 hrs agoDefiant England beat France to win fifth consecutive Grand SlamThe Red Roses produce a superb battling display to beat France in Bordeaux in their Six Nations Grand Slam-decider.3 hrs ago3 hrs agoEngland see off spirited France to clinch Six NationsEngland combine nerve and accuracy to overcome France and a raucous record crowd and clinch their eight successive Women's Six Nations title in Bordeaux.3 hrs ago4 hrs ago'What a finish!' Breach scores 'brilliant' try as England close on titleJess Breach finishes off a sweeping move to score a decisive try as England beat France 43-28 to win the Women's Six Nations.4 hrs ago4 hrs agoSir Ian McKellen opens former pit village theatreThe company has a new theatre space opened by Sir Ian McKellen and offers paid work to local actors.4 hrs ago5 hrs agoRailway track reopens after tunnel closureNetwork Rail says inspectors spotted the problem at Sough Tunnel on Sunday morning and closed it.5 hrs ago...
