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UK counts down to King's historic coronation

People across the UK and beyond are preparing to celebrate the coronation of King Charles III.
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Nasa animation puts black holes in perspective

These mysterious black holes lurk in most big galaxies, but it is hard to grasp their sheer size.
US & Canada
Drought prompts French ban on garden swimming pools

Pyrénées-Orientales will be officially declared at drought "crisis" level from 10 May.
Europe

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Miami Grand Prix second practice - radio & text

Follow live text and BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra commentary from second practice at the Miami Grand Prix.
Formula 1
PSG's Messi apologises for unauthorised Saudi trip

Paris St-Germain forward Lionel Messi apologises to his teammates for travelling to Saudi Arabia without the club's permission.
European Football
The Coronation Cup win that led to Celtic's European glory

Celtic were underdogs in a tournament to find the best team in Britain. But their victory paved the way for an even greater triumph.
Football

Coronation of King Charles III

Your full guide to how Coronation day will unfold

Processions, ancient rituals, a fly-past and the crowning moment
UK
What kings wore from Tudor times to now

From Henry VIII to today's King Charles III, kingly dressing reveals much
Culture
Bunting, biscuits, beer - Brits spend on Coronation

The public is on course to shell out £200m on food and drink this weekend, one retail body predicts
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The real meaning of carne asada

It's about gathering around the grill for sizzling meat and icy beer cocktails
Travel
12 TV series to watch this May

From Bridgerton prequel Queen Charlotte to an Arnold Schwarzenegger action show
Culture
What side-hustlers are really making

Sharing income can be taboo, but some people are open about side-hustle earnings
Worklife
Why you might be related to a King

Could you have a (very distant) claim to the throne?
Future
Kanye West Yeezy loss is hurting us, admits Adidas

Ending its collaboration with Kanye West hit sales at the start of the year, says sportswear giant
Business
Police officers ordered to shave off beards

The force said it was necessary so officers and staff could wear protective FFP3 masks
Scotland
In pictures: Royal superfans camp out ahead of Coronation

Pictures as people across the UK get ready to celebrate on Saturday
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Fight after Russian snatches Ukrainian MP's flag

Russian Valery Stavitsky grabbed the banner after it was held up behind his colleague by a Ukrainian MP.

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