Friday, 3 October 2025

Sarah Mullally named first woman Archbishop of Canterbury

Sarah Mullally named first woman Archbishop of Canterbury
Sarah Mullally has been named as the new Archbishop of Canterbury, becoming the first woman to be chosen to lead the world's 85 million Anglicans.

Thai killer of Cambodian opposition politician sentenced to life in prison

Lim Kimya was shot dead in Bangkok in January, in what many believe was a political killing.

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Taylor Swift on Travis, new tracks and baking bread

The global superstar spoke to Radio 1's Greg James about how her new album reflects her current era.

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Thursday, 2 October 2025

In Trump country, a Democrat critiques Trump — and talks of succeeding him

In Trump country, a Democrat critiques Trump — and talks of succeeding him
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear about his cross-party appeal in a state that has always overwhelmingly voted for Trump.

'Area of interest' found in search for girl who vanished 55 years ago

Police suspect three-year-old Cheryl Grimmer, originally from Bristol, was taken from a beach in Australia.

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Surge in Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries sparks Russian fuel shortages

Ukraine has attacked refineries deep inside Russia, with Zelensky vowing to continue the strikes.

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'We only have the sea to live on' - Senegal's fishermen blame BP project for lack of fish

The huge off-shore facility run by BP means they now struggle to survive, the fishermen say.

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