François Bayrou commands respect - but can he save France from crisis?
It is hard to see how he can avoid the same man-traps that felled his predecessor, writes Hugh Schofield.
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Foot tapping and hair twiddling among triggers for those who hate fidgeting
Why hair twiddling, pen tapping or thigh jiggling can cause rage and distress for some people.
Songs and celebrations at Damascus rally
The BBC's Lina Sinjab says there is a joyous mood in the Syrian capital, as people mark the end of the Assad regime.
Officers cleared after 13-year-old boy with water pistol confronted by marksmen
The boy was surrounded by police and arrested in Hackney, as police thought his water gun was real.
I don't regret blocking action against Assad when I was leader, says Miliband
The ex-Labour leader says there was "no clear plan" when MPs were asked to vote for military action against Syria in 2013.
Macron names centrist Bayrou as French PM in bid to end political instability
François Bayrou will be the fourth prime minister this year, after Michel Barnier was ousted last week.
Home nations discover World Cup qualifying opponents
England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland discover their 2026 World Cup qualifying opponents following Friday's draw in Zurich.
UK fighter unlawfully killed in Ukraine, coroner finds
A coroner rejects claims former soldier Daniel Burke of Manchester was accidentally shot by his comrade.
'Postecoglou's trial goes on as Spurs held at Rangers'
Tottenham weren't ready for what Rangers threw at them but got out of jail with their Europa League equaliser, writes Tom English.
Palace investigates after Household staff incident at London bar
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A Buckingham Palace employee was reportedly arrested after an unofficial Christmas party at a bar.
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