700 tonnes of dung, soiled bedding and leftover hay will help power the Marwell Zoo's new tropical house.

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One member of the Wrexham Supporters Group said that he was 'gobsmacked' to see the duo and said it shows 'they mean business.'

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'Tony' was just 15 when he was first recruited into a County Lines drug gang. He was made to ferry drugs over long distances, often in minicabs or on trains.

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An NHS worker receives a Covid booster vaccine in August.
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As the COP26 climate conference in Glasgow approaches, some countries are set to be held accountable for their lack of action in tackling climate change.

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As part of our climate change series Alex has been finding out how small changes can make a big difference. 

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From reducing waste to shopping more sustainably, there are many ways we can reduce our carbon footprints.

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London Mayor Boris Johnson along with pupils from King's Avenue Primary School helps to plant a tree in Brixton, south London, at the launch of his pledge for 10,000 new street trees in the city.  Tim Ireland/PA 

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Eilish McColgan smashes Paula Radcliffe's record for 10 miles by almost half a minute

Thousands descend on Portsmouth for record-breaking return of Great South Run

Simon Heap from Milford on Sea has his sights set on a medal at the Commonwealth Games next year.

Meet the athlete who had his leg amputated and is aiming for gold

The race finally took place after three failed attempts because of Covid, with thousands being raised for local charities.

Thousands take part in Brighton half marathon

Ralph suffered a spinal stroke shortly after birth, which left him paralysed from the waist down. However thanks to a charity, he's making incredible progress. 

The auntie running a marathon for charity who gave nephew 'a new lease of life'

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Ever wondered why leaves change colour during the autumn months and can the weather impact what colour they turn? Meteorologist Chris Page has the answers

Why do leaves change colour in Autumn?

Air pollution is a major risk to our health and wellbeing. Air pollution forecasts help us avoid the worst - but how is air quality measured?

Air Quality: How is air quality measured?

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Emergency services were called at 11.45am on Wednesday to reports of a collision on the London-bound carriageway between junctions 5 and 6 near Faversham.

Two people in hospital after multi-vehicle crash on M2

Amber Kordy was out with friends in Oxford two years ago when she believes her drink was spiked, leaving her disorientated and unable to walk.

Student speaks of 'lasting trauma' after having drink spiked in nightclub

Rishi Sunak today set out plans for the country's post-pandemic economic recovery in his Autumn Budget speech. But what does it mean for the South East?

Budget 2021: What does it mean for the South East?

Witnesses say the car was travelling at speed when it collided with three other vehicles before crashing into the building. 

Car crashes into estate agents in Wokingham 

Mary Clarke was the first Suffragette to die for the cause after she was beaten and imprisoned. Brighton is where she carried out much of her campaigning.

Campaign for statue to honour 'forgotten' Suffragette Mary Clarke

The Doc Martin and Manhunt star visited the inpatient unit at Weldmar Hospicecare on Tuesday.

Actor Martin Clunes and horse Bruce visit patients at hospice

Here's what the changes announced today mean for your take home pay if you're claiming the benefit.

Universal Credit: How much will my take-home pay rise after Budget announcement?

The head judge previously revealed that “caring” viewers of Strictly Come Dancing had contacted her to let her know about the lump under her arm.

Shirley Ballas gives 'concerning' health update after viewers spotted lump 

Taxes will also be "rising to their highest level as a % of GDP since the early 1950s", Chancellor Rishi Sunak said.

Universal Credit boost but inflation 'likely to rise' and pints to get cheaper

A footballer from Australia has come out as gay, making him the only openly gay male player in top-flight football.

'I’m a footballer, and I am gay': Josh Cavallo comes out

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Insulate Britain were back on Wednesday gluing themselves to the floor and sitting on roads close to the M25 and in London.

'I hate doing it' says road block protester who had ink thrown in face

Police have launched a murder investigation following the discovery of a man's body in Portadown.

Murder investigation after man's body found in Portadown

A man has been found dead at a student accommodation linked to Coventry University.

Student, 19, found dead in university accommodation

These new figures come the day after the UK recorded the highest figure for daily reported deaths since March 3.

Covid: UK death toll rises by 207 as 43,941 new cases reported

Meghan Markle reads aloud from book The Bench.
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Meghan's children's book The Bench is said to have been inspired by the relationship between fathers and sons.

Meghan reads from bestseller book inspired by Harry and Archie

Police would not comment on how the rounds, a mix of blanks, dummies and live shots, got on set.

Alec Baldwin: 500 rounds of ammunition found on Rust film set

Batterie Moltke, which was built by the Nazis during the Occupation, has been reopened by the Channel Islands Occupation Society.

Final entrance to Batterie Moltke in Jersey uncovered after 50 years underground

The Chancellor announced a shakeup of the alcohol duty system - here's what's set to get cheaper, and which products could see price rises.

Will pints and prosecco get cheaper after the alcohol duty cut?

Wayne Couzens was handed a whole-life tariff in September after kidnapping, raping and murdering the 33-year-old.

Wayne Couzens appeals against whole-life sentence for Sarah Everard murder

The model-railway is fills an entire warehouse and cost around £250,000.

'I didn't mean it to be the biggest': UK's largest model-railway finished

Hundreds of thousands of homeowners have learned they live in potentially dangerous properties, and many have been told it means their flats are worthless.

Cladding scandal victim 'cried for weeks' after being told flat was 'valueless'

Leeds student Sanjana Rao writes about her experiences and feelings at a time when spiking in the city is on the rise

What it's like being a student in Leeds when spiking is on the rise

We've all heard of lockdown dogs, but what about cats? 

Pandemic pets: Meet Willow the cat nobody wants

Celebrity chef Simon Rimmer has spoken of ''feeling "terrified" after his daughter's drink was spiked.

Celebrity chef Simon Rimmer reveals his daughter had drink spiked

How the government's latest spending plans will affect you.

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The motorist was banned from driving for six months and given a £500 fine after hitting Dennis 'Den' Levy in Cornwall.

Six month ban for driver who left Cornwall man without legs

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