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Mural at Castle Park

Government supports city anti-harassment campaign

Minister Rachel MacLean said "if there is a need" for a specific law one would be introduced.

  • 6h6 hours ago
  • Bristol
Haithum Alsuliman

Rapist jailed after attacking bus passenger

Haithum Alsuliman, 35, is sentenced to eight years in prison for the attack in March.

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Gambling research centre opens

The hub at the University of Bristol aims to improve support and treatment for gambling harms.

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PE lesson

Pupils' activity levels fell as restrictions eased

Researchers say activity levels among children in England have fallen below national guidelines.

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Fears rubbish-tip booking will fuel fly-tipping

A new booking system is replacing a vehicle registration plate one brought in during the pandemic.

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Odi and his parents

IVF couples sought for 'ground-breaking' study

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Mural at Castle Park

Government supports city anti-harassment campaign

Minister Rachel MacLean said "if there is a need" for a specific law one would be introduced.

  • 6h6 hours ago
  • Bristol
Haithum Alsuliman

Rapist jailed after attacking bus passenger

Haithum Alsuliman, 35, is sentenced to eight years in prison for the attack in March.

  • 3h3 hours ago
  • Bristol
.

Gambling research centre opens

The hub at the University of Bristol aims to improve support and treatment for gambling harms.

  • 7h7 hours ago
  • Bristol
PE lesson

Pupils' activity levels fell as restrictions eased

Researchers say activity levels among children in England have fallen below national guidelines.

  • 1da day ago
  • Bristol
Rubbish

Fears rubbish-tip booking will fuel fly-tipping

A new booking system is replacing a vehicle registration plate one brought in during the pandemic.

  • 1da day ago
  • Bristol
Odi and his parents

IVF couples sought for 'ground-breaking' study

Researchers are recruiting couples undergoing IVF or intracytoplasmic sperm injection treatment.

  • 1da day ago
  • Bristol
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Haithum Alsuliman

Rapist jailed after attacking bus passenger

Haithum Alsuliman, 35, is sentenced to eight years in prison for the attack in March.

  • 3h3 hours ago
  • Bristol
.

Gambling research centre opens

The hub at the University of Bristol aims to improve support and treatment for gambling harms.

  • 7h7 hours ago
  • Bristol
PE lesson

Pupils' activity levels fell as restrictions eased

Researchers say activity levels among children in England have fallen below national guidelines.

  • 1da day ago
  • Bristol
Rubbish

Fears rubbish-tip booking will fuel fly-tipping

Odi and his parents

IVF couples sought for 'ground-breaking' study

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  1. Posted at 9:089:08

    Rapist jailed after attacking bus passenger

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    Haithum Alsuliman, 35, is sentenced to eight years in prison for the attack in March.

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  2. Posted at 6:246:24

    Government supports city anti-harassment campaign

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  4. Posted at 22:30 16 May22:30 16 May

    Ups, downs and the race for Europe

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    All you need to know about promotion, relegation and qualification for Europe in England and Scotland's top men's football leagues.

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  5. Posted at 20:21 16 May20:21 16 May

    Donation restores family's 'faith in humanity'

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    A builder left Carmel and Gareth Ponsford's home in a "chaotic" condition with work half-finished.

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  6. Posted at 18:23 16 May18:23 16 May

    Bristol City complete midfielder Sykes signing

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    Bristol City sign midfielder Mark Sykes on a three-year deal following the expiry of his contract with Oxford United.

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  7. Posted at 18:06 16 May18:06 16 May

    Morahan and Thomas among 16 to stay with Bristol

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    Luke Morahan, Dan Thomas and Siva Naulago are among 16 Bristol players to agree new deals for the 2022-23 season.

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  8. Posted at 17:38 16 May17:38 16 May

    Two medical practices hit in arson attack

    Police want to speak to this man about the arson attacks

    The attacks at two medical practices in Taunton happened with 30 minutes of each other.

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  9. Posted at 15:36 16 May15:36 16 May

    Bristol City release winger O'Dowda

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    Bristol City release winger Callum O'Dowda after his contract expired at the end of the season.

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  10. Posted at 11:06 16 May11:06 16 May

    IVF couples sought for 'ground-breaking' study

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    Researchers are recruiting couples undergoing IVF or intracytoplasmic sperm injection treatment.

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  11. Posted at 8:55 16 May8:55 16 May

    Pupils' activity levels fell as restrictions eased

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  12. Posted at 5:21 16 May5:21 16 May

    Fears rubbish-tip booking will fuel fly-tipping

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  13. Posted at 13:11 15 May13:11 15 May

    Stars play charity football game in memory of teen

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    Celebrities who are taking part are donating any funds raised to charity.

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  14. Posted at 23:03 14 May23:03 14 May

    'His scar is something he needs to be proud of'

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    Video caption: Mum writes a book about a heart surgery scar to help her sonMum writes a book about a heart surgery scar to help her son

    Aimee says the book will help her son understand why he "should be proud" of his heart surgery scar.

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  15. Posted at 13:19 14 May13:19 14 May

    Burglar carves hole in door in £7,000 theft

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    Aaron Barnes says sentimental items were also stolen including his son's first tooth.

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  16. Posted at 12:48 14 May12:48 14 May

    Rise in repair shops as people try to reduce waste

    Sarah Hunt with two others in the repair shop

    Organisers say people are becoming more environmentally conscious as rising living costs hit.

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  17. Posted at 7:24 14 May7:24 14 May

    What should happen next with private e-scooters?

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    E-scooters

    BBC Politics East visits Great Yarmouth and Basildon to get people's views on e-scooters.

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  18. Posted at 6:47 14 May6:47 14 May

    'Bullied for being different, now I model for Fenty'

    By Harriet Robinson

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    Chanel's tattooed head and arms

    Lingerie model Chanel Hill says her bald, tattooed look gives her confidence and inspires others.

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  19. Posted at 20:29 13 May20:29 13 May

    Family stuck in Australia over baby passport delay

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    Ilaria applied for her daughter's first passport on 24 January, to allow her to leave Australia.

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  20. Posted at 18:39 13 May18:39 13 May

    Guernsey teenage duo signed by Bristol City

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    Guernsey teenagers Ben Acey and Tim Ap Sion are signed by Championship club Bristol City.

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