Brexit Bill paused after Commons rejects timetable - BBC News
For the very first time the House of Commons has voted in favour of a Brexit agreement, but crucially MPs have rejected Boris Johnson's timetable for passing the necessary legislation.
The first of two votes was on the Withdrawal Agreement Bill, the main Brexit legislation, which turns the Prime Minister's Brexit deal into law.
The government won that by 329 votes to 299, a majority of 30.
But it lost the second vote on the Parliamentary timetable, by 14 votes, because a majority of MPs didn't think three days was long enough to scrutinise such an important bill.
The Prime Minister said the bill would now be paused, and the EU has signalled tonight that it will accept the UK's request for another Brexit delay.
Huw Edwards is at Westminster with latest from our Political Editor Laura Kuenssberg, Deputy Political Editor John Pienaar and Europe Editor Katya Adler.
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October 22, 2019
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Lebanon protests: Protesters sing Baby Shark to toddler - BBC News
A group of protesters in Lebanon began singing Baby Shark after a mother told them her 15 month-old son was scared.
Eliane Jabbour was driving through Baabda District, just south of Beirut, when a crowd of cheering protesters surrounded her car. Her 15-month-old son, Robin, was with her.
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October 22, 2019
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Canada election: Justin Trudeau gives victory speech - BBC News
After winning a narrow election, Canada's prime minister celebrates with supporters in Montreal. His Conservative opponent said voters had put Mr Trudeau "on notice".
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October 22, 2019
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Japan's new emperor enthroned in ancient ritual - BBC News
Japan's Emperor Naruhito has formally proclaimed his ascension to the throne in an elaborate ceremony.
The emperor, 59, officially began his reign in May after the abdication of his father, the then-Emperor Akihito.
But, after a series of traditional rituals inside the imperial palace in Tokyo, his ascension has now been formalised.
The ceremony comes as Japan reels from the effects of Typhoon Hagibis, which left almost 80 people dead.
A celebration parade was postponed out of respect for the victims and their families.
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October 22, 2019
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Brexit: House of Commons Speaker refuses vote on Brexit deal- BBC News
In another set back for Boris Johnson's Brexit plans, the Speaker of the House of Commons, has rejected a government bid, to hold a vote on the Prime Minister's proposals for leaving the European Union.
Mr Johnson had hoped MPs would get a chance today, to approve the deal he agreed with the EU last week. But John Bercow said a motion on the agreement, had already been brought before MPs on Saturday, and Parliamentary rules prevented it from being debated again.
The government says it's disappointed, but vowed to push ahead with the necessary legislation, to enable Britain to leave the EU, by October 31st.
Clive Myrie presents BBC News at Ten with contributions from the BBC Political Editor Laura Kuenssberg and Deputy Political Editor John Pienaar.
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October 21, 2019
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Brexit deal vote ruled out by Speaker John Bercow - BBC News
The Commons Speaker has refused a government request to hold a vote on its Brexit deal.
John Bercow said a motion on the deal had already been brought before MPs on Saturday, and it would be "repetitive and disorderly" to debate it again.
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October 21, 2019
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Forgiving the Sri Lanka bombers - BBC News
Six months ago, on Easter Sunday, Sri Lanka was hit by one of the worldâs worst terrorist attacks this century.
The town of Negombo suffered the deadliest bombing, when 115 people died while attending mass.
Hasaru Jayakody lost his mother in the explosion â and spent his 17th birthday recovering from shrapnel injuries in hospital.
BBC correspondent Caroline Hawley went to find out how Hasaru and his community are recovering.
Filmed and edited by Samantha Everett
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October 21, 2019
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Chile protests: Clashes in Santiago as unrest continues - BBC News
Five people died after looters torched a garment factory near Chile's capital Santiago, bringing the death toll in violent protests to at least eight.
The military and police used tear gas and water cannon against protesters and a curfew was imposed in major cities.
A state of emergency already in place in Santiago is to be extended to cities in the country's north and south.
The unrest, sparked by a now suspended metro fare hike, has widened to reflect anger over living costs and inequality.
There is set to be major disruption on Monday with many banks, schools and shops expected to remain closed.
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October 21, 2019
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Lebanon protests: Mass revolt continues as PM 'agrees reforms' - BBC News
Lebanon's coalition government is expected to approve a package of economic reforms as it attempts to quell the biggest protests in years.
The proposals reportedly involve scrapping new taxes and halving the salaries of top officials.
The government's move comes as people prepare for a fifth day of protests, amid calls for a general strike.
Hundreds of thousands have taken to the streets to express their anger against corruption and austerity measures.
The Lebanese economy is struggling with low growth and high debt.
Proposed new taxes - including one on voice calls via WhatsApp and other messaging services that was quickly scrapped after being announced last Thursday - have sparked anger and deteriorating infrastructure has made power cuts and piles of uncollected rubbish part of daily life
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October 21, 2019
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Empress Masako and the pressure of Japan's throne - BBC News
Empress Masako is only the second woman to become empress of Japan, after her husband Naruhito took the Chrysanthemum Throne.
The pressures of royal life took a considerable toll on her and she struggled publicly with mental health, but now seems to be getting to be getting a chance to put her extensive diplomacy skills to use.
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October 22, 2019
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Brexit: PM sends EU unsigned request seeking Brexit delay - BBC News
Boris Johnson has sent a request to the EU for a delay to Brexit - but without his signature.
The request was accompanied by a second letter, signed by Mr Johnson, which says he believes that a delay would be a mistake.
The PM was required by law to ask the EU for an extension to the 31 October deadline after losing a Commons vote.
EU Council President Donald Tusk tweeted that he had received the extension request.
He did not provide details of its content, but added that he will now consult EU leaders "on how to react".
Hours after losing a crunch vote in a historic Saturday session in the House of Commons, the prime minister ordered a senior diplomat to send an unsigned photocopy of the call by MPs set out in the so-called Benn Act, passed last month.
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October 19, 2019
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Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn welcomes the result of the vote - BBC News
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn welcomes the result of the Letwin amendment vote, saying the PM "must comply with the law" and ask the EU for a Brexit delay.
He adds that the people must "ultimately" have the final say on Brexit.
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October 19, 2019
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MPs back Brexit deal delay - BBC News
UK PM Boris Johnson says he will put bill on deal to leave EU to MPs next week, in attempt to avoid delay
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October 19, 2019
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Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn: Don't give PM a blank cheque - BBC News
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn says the PM's Brexit deal is "even worse" than Theresa May's. He says promises on the environment and workers' rights made last night are "empty" and that Labour MPs "will not be duped".
Jeremy Corbyn says the customs arrangement set out in his deal goes against the PM's earlier promises and that people "cannot trust" him. Future generations must be protected, he adds, ending his response to the PM's statement.
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October 19, 2019
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In full: Boris Johnson's Brexit statement - BBC News
Mr Johnson told MPs "now is the time to get this thing done", saying any delay beyond 31 October would be "corrosive".
But MPs will debate a proposal that could delay Brexit again until all the necessary UK legislation is passed.
Commons Speaker John Bercow has chosen an amendment that, if passed, would require the PM to write to the EU by the end of the day to ask for a three-month extension to Brexit.
Downing Street has threatened to postpone the vote on the revised deal altogether if MPs vote for a Brexit delay.
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October 19, 2019
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Brexit vote countdown - BBC News
Boris Johnson's Brexit deal is on a knife-edge, with the numbers too close to call ahead of a crucial vote in the House of Commons. He needs 320 votes to get it passed - but has only 287 Conservative MPs. It means he must persuade some Labour rebels, ex-Tories, and sceptics in his own party to support him.
Tonightâs main report is from the BBCâs Political Editor Laura Kuenssberg. Deputy Political Editor John Pienaar analyses the numbers and Political Correspondent Alex Forsyth canvasses the views of people in the Peak District. From Washington, Economics Editor Faisal Islam hears the assessment of Governor of the Bank of England Mark Carney.
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October 19, 2019
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Crunching the numbers on key Brexit vote - BBC News
The House of Commons will sit on Saturday to vote on the new Brexit deal proposed by UK prime minster Boris Johnson.
He needs 320 votes to win parliament's approval to leave the EU on 31 October, but does he have the numbers?
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October 18, 2019
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Trump on Turkish-Kurdish conflict: 'Sometimes you have to let them fight' - BBC News
US President Donald Trump has compared the deadly conflict between Turkish forces and Kurds in north-eastern Syria to a fight between children.
"Like two kids in a lot, you have got to let them fight and then you pull them apart," he told a rally in Texas.
Turkey has agreed to a US request to suspend operations so long as Kurdish fighters leave the border area.
Concern is growing about possible war crimes by Turkey and allied militias since the offensive began on 9 October.
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October 18, 2019
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Brexit: What is the DUP and what does it believe in? - BBC News
It's propped up the Conservative Party for two years and weighed in strongly on the Brexit question.
Why does Northern Ireland's Democratic Unionist Party have so much power?
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October 18, 2019
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What happened this week in Trump's impeachment saga? - BBC News
From quid-pro-quo to arrests, the BBC's Anthony Zurcher catches you up on the latest developments.
Produced by Chloe Kim and Bella McShane.
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October 18, 2019
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An Extinction Rebellion protester, dressed as UK PM Boris Johnson, has climbed the scaffolding surrounding the tower housing Big Ben in London. He unfurled a banner to highlight Government inaction on the climate and ecological emergency. Tap the link in our bio for more on the protests in Westminster. #bbcnews #london
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Dozens have been reported injured during protests in Lebanon over a proposed new tax on Whatsapp calls. Protesters have taken to the street and burned tyres, while security forces have fired tear gas. The proposed daily charge of $0.20 (ÂŁ0.16) comes as the country faces a wider economic crisis, which many people blame on the government. Plans for the new tax have since been scrapped. Tap the link in our bio for more on the protests and what is happening in Lebanon. #lebanon #bbcnews
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Meet @preciousagram, the rising ballet superstar who is 'on pointe' about representation in the arts.
When Precious asked the director of the English National Ballet why she had to wear pink tights and ballet shoes, which are so contrasting on her skin, she didn't expect it to start a bigger conversation about race and representation.
Precious is part of the @bbc100women list of 100 inspiring and influential women from around the world. #100women #bbcnews #ballet #preciousadams #dance #art
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Christina Koch and Jessica Meir have made history by becoming the first ever all-female spacewalk team. The @Nasa astronauts exited the International Space Station for a five-and-a-half hour mission to replace a broken power regulator. This is Jessica Meir's first ever spacewalk, while Christina Koch has already completed three. Tap the link in our bio for more. đ©âđđ©âđ #space #nasa #spacewalk #bbcnews
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A fierce dust storm in Australia turned day into night in seconds. This is what happened in the town of Kingaroy in Queensland when winds reaching up to 90km/h (56 mph) kicked up a massive dust storm on Thursday. Forecasters predict that as Australia's drought continues, the country will see more of such storms. #duststorm #weather #australia #bbcnews
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Prince William and Catherine enjoyed a game of cricket at a Pakistan sports academy on the fourth day of their royal tour of the country. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge took turns to bat at the National Cricket Academy in Lahore and chatted to young players. Tap the link in our bio to see more pictures from their tour.
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Prime Minister Boris Johnson has got a new Brexit deal with the EU. But will MPs back it in a crucial vote on Saturday? #brexit #politics #ukpolitics #bbcnews
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US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi confronted President Donald Trump at an âexplosiveâ White House meeting and the photo has become a symbol of the divisions in Washington. Trump took to Twitter to share the photo captioning: âNervous Nancyâs unhinged meltdownâ. Pelosi said it was Trump who had the âmeltdownâ and made the photo her cover photo on both Twitter and Facebook. Tap the link in our bio to read more đ#America #Washington #bbcnews
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The plastic carrier bag has become a symbol of plastic pollution, but according to the family of the man who created it, Sten Gustaf Thulin, the design was supposed to help the planet and they said âheâd be shocked and upsetâ to see what it has become. BBCâs environment reporter, Laura Foster, explains what was supposed to happen and why paper and cotton bags can be worse for the environment than plastic. #climatechange #environment #sustainability #bbcnews
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What do you get after 3 months of baking, 65 cakes and A LOT of icing? đđ§đ° A cake village of course! Lynn Nolan built a replica of her village of Eyam in Derbyshire UK using fruit cake, in the hope sheâll raise funds for the community. She decorated the buildings by hand, including local landmarks such as the pub, church, shops and even peopleâs homes. #cakesofinsta #cakesofinstagram #cakesinstyle #bbcnews
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A Brexit deal has been agreed between UK and EU negotiating teams ahead of a meeting of European leaders in Brussels. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson tweeted, âweâve got a great new deal that takes back control.â The two sides have been working on the legal text of a deal, but it will still need the approval of both the UK and European parliaments. However, the DUP has cast doubt on its sign off, saying they still cannot support it. Tap the link in our bio to see live updates. #brexit #bbcnews
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Firefighters and specialist aircraft are tackling the worst wildfires Lebanon's seen in decades. Officials said on Tuesday that more than 100 fires had broken out in the space of 24 hours.
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