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No 10 source says a second letter makes clear Boris Johnson believes an extension would be a mistake.
Supporters of the "People's Vote" cheered as MPs voted to withhold approval of the PM's deal.
The Turkish president says Kurdish-led forces must withdraw under the terms of a temporary truce.
Holders and tournament favourites New Zealand score seven tries in a 46-14 win over outplayed Ireland who fall at the quarter-final stage yet again.
Ex-students say they are "staggered" the academic has been readmitted to Trinity Hall.
An FA Cup tie is abandoned after Haringey Borough's manager takes his team off the field amid accusations of racism.
Champions Manchester City narrow the gap on Premier League leaders Liverpool with victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.
The Serious Fraud Office unexpectedly closes an investigation into interest rate fraud.
Thousands of Leicester City fans mark the first anniversary of the crash which claimed five lives.
Local officials open a criminal investigation over reports the dam was built illegally.
Spectators at a US basketball match don T-shirts and masks in support of the Hong Kong protests.
The Supreme Court decision to jail nine separatist leaders has enraged separatists in Catalonia.
A UK-assembled European spacecraft aims to take the closest ever pictures and movies of the Sun.
The British government and the EU have agreed a new Brexit deal, but will it get through Parliament?
Members of the public confronted ministers near Parliament buildings.
Don't worry. All will be explained.
Find out if your MP voted for a proposal to withhold Commons approval to the Brexit deal until it becomes law.
The law states if no deal has been agreed by 19 October, Boris Johnson must ask for an extension from the EU.
Another day of twists and turns in the Brexit saga - here's what happened on 19 October.
A revised Brexit deal has been agreed by the UK and EU. What does it contain?
A simple guide on the UK leaving the European Union.
MPs passed a law to avoid a no-deal exit. But how might the prime minister get around it?
Boris Johnson says he is not compelled to ask for a delay to Brexit, despite Letwin amendment vote.
What does Mr Johnson's new agreement say about environmental standards or workers' rights?
After Kim Jong-un is pictured on horseback, here's how other world leaders have utilised the cameras.
School officials in the Indian state of Karnataka apologise after bizarre images from exams go viral.
"Happy to Chat" signs have been appearing on park benches across the UK - and now the world.
Christie Mclean is taking on the international body to ensure mules like Wallace are allowed to compete.
At 16, MiMi Aung travelled alone to the US for an education. Now she's a project lead on Nasa's Mars mission.
Swing Debôrah Godchaser takes us behind the scenes as the show celebrates 20 years in London's West End.
A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week.
How Nanny Pat's homemade labour of love made her the internet's favourite grandmother.
Britain's most-watched news channel, delivering breaking news and analysis all day, every day.
Demand for builder's tea is falling, while coffee and herbal teas are becoming popular.
Fans have been left permanently disabled or even killed by rogue baseballs. So what's to be done?
Home rentals site Airbnb sparked a heated debate about sustainable tourism in an Athens district known for its radical politics.
Oisin Murphy says becoming champion jockey is a "childhood dream" - one that was a long shot when he was born weighing little more than a bag of sugar.
Sacked from his flagship fund, and shutting the business - the story of Neil Woodford and his sudden fall.
Yannis Philippakis says Foals are digging into their instruments - while he's been digging up vegetables.
Greens are hoping to come second in Sunday's Swiss elections, eyeing a climate change opportunity.
Recent events involving Nigeria's President Buhari and his wife hint at tensions in the presidential villa.
Elizabeth Warren made the claim and accused Facebook of taking cash, "no questions asked".
England impressed in their 40-16 win over Australia, but now face the test of holders New Zealand for a place in the World Cup final.
The company which provides the Premier League's Video Assistant Referee technology has apologised to Tottenham and Watford fans after confusion during Saturday's game.
Preview and match details as Wales take on France in the Rugby World Cup quarter-final match on Sunday in Oita.
Hadleigh Parkes on the World Cup quarter-final against France and how his Wales team-mates have taken to Japan's naked hot springs.
Micah Richards and Martin Keown discuss the best way to combat racism in football following the shameful scenes that stopped England's Euro 2020 qualifying game against Bulgaria twice.
Andrew Lomas scores an incredible late equaliser after 10 minutes of additional time in Potters Bar Town's fourth round qualifying draw with Barnet
As the Channel Tunnel celebrates its 25th anniversary, enjoy the journey to France in 68 seconds.
From snorting cocaine to stealing loo rolls, famous people have taken some liberties at the Queen's home.
Jafaican, sumfin and chillax also appear in the Oxford English Dictionary October 2019 list.
The leashed beasts may look like large powerful dogs, but they still have the wild heart of a wolf.
The group has two golds, three silvers and a bronze between them.
A London family is battling an international consortium over a potentially priceless painting.
Police crackdown on dealers using children to move class A drugs to the Highlands, Aberdeenshire and Perthshire.
New analysis suggests the man who met a violent death 1,400 years ago had a connection to Iron Age Westray.
Bridges and the drainage system on a stretch of the railway between Crianlarich and Fort William have been refurbished.
Evidence of metalworking from an earlier time was also found during the renewal of a water main in Kingussie.
Archaeologists made the discovery about the Cairngorms' Loch Vaa by studying timbers below its surface.
Reds from healthy populations in Moray and near Inverness are being released at the site in Sutherland.
A selection of your pictures of Scotland sent in between 11 and 18 October.
A dance project has been launched aimed at bringing together older members of the LGBT+ community.
Two Turkish liaison officers are among thousands of Nato personnel taking part in Joint Warrior in Scotland.
Charles Jencks believed the design of the centres inspired by his wife, Maggie, should lift the spirits of patients.
Techniques used to record a 17th Century wreck in Sutherland were developed for the Icelandic project.
The breeder elements had been stuck inside the reactor since it was closed down in the 1977.
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The BBC's Jonathan Blake explains what the Letwin amendment is, and what it means for Brexit.
Boris Johnson says he is not compelled to ask for a delay to Brexit, despite Letwin amendment vote.
Aerial footage shows the route of the People's Vote march through central London.
Members of the public confronted ministers near Parliament buildings.
Jeremy Corbyn says Boris Johnson ''can no longer use the threat of a no deal crash out to blackmail members''.
MPs vote in favour of the Letwin amendment, delaying Brexit until legislation is passed by Parliament.
Liberal Democrat leader Jo Swinson requested a break to let the PM ask for an extension.
He tells the Commons his amendment means it's impossible for the UK "to crash out without a deal".
Swing Debôrah Godchaser takes us behind the scenes as the show celebrates 20 years in London's West End.
The prime minister urges MPs to "come together" and vote for his Brexit deal on Saturday.
An Extinction Rebellion protester climbed up the scaffolding that surrounds the tower.
The House of Commons will sit on Saturday to vote on the new Brexit deal proposed by Boris Johnson.
With an agreement reached with the EU, Boris Johnson now needs MPs to back it in Parliament.
Brussels correspondent Adam Fleming compares Boris Johnson's withdrawal agreement with Theresa May's.
BBC presenter Joanna Gosling corrected herself after mistakenly calling her colleague by a celebrity name.
The BBC's Jayne McCormack explains why the Democratic Unionist Party has so much power.
Passengers on a British Airways flight that filled with smoke mid-air say they're still having breathing difficulties two months on.
Joe Atherton hopes his world records will not be beet, after growing hefty turnips, carrots and leeks.
The men were demonstrating at Canning Town but were pulled down to the ground by commuters waiting on the platform after the Tube was unable to leave the station.
Rescue dog Bee is helping people recovering from brain injury gain confidence.
EU chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier announces a new deal between the UK and EU has been agreed.
Rising star of English ballet Precious Adams on unwittingly opening up a debate around colourism.
The president said the PM asked him to arrange a meeting between the 19-year-old’s parents and Mrs Sacoolas.
A baker spent three months constructing the sweet model of Eyam village in Derbyshire.
Harry Dunn's parents refused the US president's offer to meet a woman who was involved in his death.
Mark Kingsland was sparring in a fitness class when he went into cardiac arrest.
Doctors in the Netherlands say they are within 10 years of creating a 'second' womb for premature babies.
Norway's border with Sweden – and the EU – is a potential hotspot for smugglers. How is it policed?
To mark the Channel Tunnel's 25th anniversary the BBC was given exclusive access behind the scenes.
Prince Harry takes a moment as he talks about becoming a father at the WellChild Awards.
Mum Emma Rees was unable to breastfeed after having a double mastectomy.
Pupils at Raheem Sterling's old school give their reaction to the abuse England players faced in Bulgaria.
Police footage shows PC Gareth Phillips trying to stop a car thief.
The SNP leader's party conference speech carried strong messages on Brexit and Scottish independence.
Lin-Manuel Miranda reveals why he loves the Philip Pullman books ahead of the TV series' launch.
The BBC's Helen Catt explains the policies, the reaction, and what happens next.
A look at the fanfare and formality behind this year's State Opening of Parliament.
Former Thomas Cook staff go back to work in their travel shops.
