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914 miles, 185 fans - doing English football's longest away day

BBC Sport travels with Truro fans to Gateshead, for the longest ever away journey in English football history.

Weekly round-up: Stories you may have missed

A kitten trapped in a police car and a topless swimmer are among stories you may have missed.

Police history gem to be digitalised for future

The items offer a glimpse into the historical archives of policing in Devon and Cornwall.

Rainwater harvested to help charity lower costs

The water is collected, filtered and then used to flush toilets and run washing machines.

Poppy Appeal launched at Truro Cathedral

The cathedral plays a key role each year in Remembrance events across Truro and Cornwall.

Campaign encourages parents to put phones away

A council says research shows excessive parental phone use can hinder a child's development.

Lifeguards return to beaches for half-term holiday

Lifeguards will be present at 23 beaches across Devon, Cornwall and Jersey, the RNLI says.

South West weekly news quiz - test your knowledge

Have you been keeping up with the latest news in Devon and Cornwall?

Mining firm makes lithium hydroxide breakthrough

The product is a key element of lithium-ion batteries and is found in electric vehicles.

Seal sanctuary alarm over dog attacks on pups

The sanctuary's animal care team has taken in several pups with suspected dog bite wounds.

Businesses back renewal of improvement district

Love Newquay is renewed for a further five years.

Hidden Cornwall

The Gannel is a tidal river and opens out onto Crantock Beach. Photo: Elizabeth Dale.

How they turn back time in one Bodmin house

One person has been very busy turning the clocks back.

Hidden Cornwall

There are rumours of ghostly sightings at Treslothan. Photo credit: Elizabeth Dale.

Cornwall's biggest solar farm is given go-ahead

Campaigners say they're shocked at the decision. James Churchfield has the details.

An Nowodhow - the News in Cornish

An Nowodhow is written and read by Duncan McIntosh and edited by Steve Harris.

BBC News | UK | World Edition

Migrant sex offender arrested after being released from prison in error

Hadush Kebatu is arrested in north London, two days after being mistakenly released from an Essex jail.

We will not 'be held to ransom' by striking doctors, says minister

The health secretary is refusing to make concessions on pay after the BMA announced a further walkout.

Tax rises could push food prices higher, warn supermarkets

The bosses of the UK's largest supermarkets warn the chancellor against imposing higher taxes on the industry.

Reform MP's comments about adverts 'racist', says Streeting

Sarah Pochin apologises for saying "it drives me mad when I see adverts full of black people, full of Asian people".

Scotland's prison population rises to record high

Both the Scottish Prison Service and the Scottish government said action was now needed.

Lucy Powell elected Labour's deputy leader

She defeated Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson in a race triggered by Angela Rayner's resignation.

England beaten by NZ despite Brook's majestic 135

England are beaten by four wickets by New Zealand in the first one-day international, despite Harry Brook's astonishing century.

I'm a disabled homeowner - can I afford to be ill?

Katie McConnell says she struggled to get life insurance and mortgage protection when buying a home.

Village shocked by death of girl, MP says

Calum Miller, MP for Bicester and Woodstock, says the girl's death is "clearly a tragic incident" .

Reeves should not cut cash ISA allowance, MPs say

The Chancellor is reportedly trying to revive plans to cut the tax-free limit for Cash ISAs.

Met Police reviewing 9,000 grooming cases

A review of 9,000 cases of child sexual exploitation is being undertaken, the Met Police says.

Man charged with murder after death of woman

Adedapo Adegbola, 40, of Woodborough Road, Mapperley, is due to appear in court later.

Lotto jackpot draw halted by technical glitch

It is understood that viewers watching the rollover saw the programme abruptly cut off.

Tributes paid to former Lincoln MP Dick Taverne

Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey described him as "passionate, principled and thoughtful".

Moment migrant sex offender arrested in London park

Hadush Kebatu was arrested in Finsbury Park after a two-day manhunt.

Watch: Met Police release new CCTV footage of Hadush Kebatu after mistaken release

Kebatu was set free weeks after being jailed for sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl and a woman in Epping, Essex, while staying in a hotel.

Plaid Cymru leader says win is 'a reset for Welsh politics'

Plaid Cymru defeat Reform in Caerphilly by-election.

Watch: Weather forecast as Storm Benjamin hits England and Wales

The Met Office has issued yellow severe weather warnings for both wind and rain.

Woman with Parkinson's plays clarinet during brain surgery

Denise Bacon, 65, underwent deep brain stimulation (DBS) as Parkinson's Disease has affected her ability to walk, swim, dance and play her instrument.

How the nation lost its appetite for Pizza Hut

Up against the likes of Domino's, Pizza Hut is closing half its UK restaurants. What went wrong?

The best time to turn on the heating – according to you

Some wait until a certain date to reach for the thermostat. Others until the temperature drops below a certain point.

Willpower doesn't exist. Why so much of your health isn't your fault

Dr Xand and Dr Chris van Tulleken share four small but powerful tips they've learnt over the course of 30 episodes.

The woman who lodged with Fred West for a year - and survived

Kathleen Richards was 17 when she lived in the home of two of the UK's most notorious serial killers.

Representation to red flags: The fall and future of Manchester Pride

One of the UK's biggest LGBTQ+ events has gone bust - how did it happen, and what now for the staff, performers and community?

Scotland's prison population rises to record high

Both the Scottish Prison Service and the Scottish government said action was now needed.

I've had to battle for cancer care, says TV presenter

The S4C presenter says she is determined to live as long as possible to be with her family.

Viable device found during security alert

Police say the device, which was left at in a residential property, posed a serious risk to the local community.

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