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  1. Water bills set to rise for many after firms permitted extra funding

    Ofwat has given provisional approval for 13 water companies to charge customers more to pay for investments.
  2. Son pays tribute to dad, 102, who died after allegedly being assaulted in pub

    Phillip Ormerod was taken to hospital in critical condition and later died, police have confirmed.
  3. The key signs you may have damaged your eyes by looking at the eclipse

    Symptoms after looking at the sun without eclipse glasses can include blurred vision
  4. Palestinians told to leave homes in village where Israeli settlers besieged houses

    The mayor of Qusra says Israeli troops have been telling families to leave their houses, using some as barracks.
  5. Honeytrap thieves jailed for killing men they had drugged

    Adina Mihai and Madalin Dumitru gave their victims the drug GBL to render them unconscious.
  6. UK defends seizing shadow fleet tanker after Putin threat

    The UK government says it is "disrupting and deterring shadow fleet vessels" in accordance with the law.
  7. Voting under way in Clacton by-election

    Voters will choose between 34 candidates - the most to stand in any British parliamentary election.
  8. Dating app Bumble divides users by ditching its signature 'women-first' chat rule

    The dating app's boss says the move is in response to a successful trial and a change in what users want.
  9. Five key takeaways from results day 2026

    Top grades and students going to university are on the up, but technical subjects are also becoming more popular.
  10. Results, appeals and resits - what to do if things don't go to plan

    Your full guide to A-level results day, including what to do if you are not happy with your grades.
  11. How to get the most out of clearing

    From listing potential outcomes to picking up the phone, these are some top tips for getting through clearing.
  12. How do I apply for an apprenticeship and what will I get paid?

    Apprentices split their time between training and working - and are paid by their employer.
  13. Who could potentially replace White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt?

    The job requires managing a complex relationship with the media - as well Trump's high expectations.
  14. How Premier League shirts will change with gambling sponsor ban

    Premier League kits are going to have a very different look this season after clubs voted to ban gambling on the front of shirts. BBC Sport looks at the history of sponsorship, and who is replacing the betting companies.
  15. Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine, Nobel Peace Prize winner tells BBC

    In an exclusive interview with the BBC’s Steve Rosenberg, Dmitry Muratov says the Kremlin leader can only "destroy Ukraine, not conquer it", with the war now in its fifth year.
  16. 'I was blown away' - the fans who heard Phoebe Bridgers' unreleased album in a planetarium

    Armagh Planetarium hosts an early album listening party for American singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers.
  17. Six ways to keep your home and yourself cool in hot weather

    Six simple things you can do to help keep your house cool when temperatures rise.
  18. Your heatwave tips on how to cope in extreme temperatures

    From what to wear to getting a restful night's sleep, you share your tips for beating the heat.
  19. No air con? Here's how to get the most out of your electric fan

    Point it at your face? Use a bowl of ice? Open a window? Our experts separate fact from fiction.
  20. Why heatwaves hit women harder

    Experts are calling for better awareness of the heat-related risks to women and more targeted efforts to protect them.
  21. Person fined after using foghorn to wake sleeping polar bear

    Under local regulations in the region, "it is forbidden to needlessly disturb, attract or pursue a polar bear".
  22. UK defends seizing shadow fleet tanker after Putin threat

    The UK government says it is "disrupting and deterring shadow fleet vessels" in accordance with the law.
  23. Ski Sunday host Chemmy Alcott suffers collapsed lung after jumping into lake

    The former GB Olympian posted images of her in hospital while on holiday in France.
  24. Busiest ever period for England's A&Es as extreme heat hits

    More than 2.4 million visits in each of last three months, as unions warn of inhumane conditions.
  25. Met chief accepts mistakes made over Simon Levy but defends investigation into murders

    Critics - including Labour MP Jess Phillips - have accused the Met of overlooking the first murder carried out by Levy.
  26. Man bitten by shark off Irish coast says he 'didn't think he was going to make it'

    'The fish is in the right' says experienced fishermen bitten after catching blue shark.
  27. UK economy grows but experts warn of challenging months ahead

    Hot weather and the men's football World Cup boosted the economy but the Iran war may weigh on growth
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  29. Andy Burnham's Emergency Cobra Meeting On Extreme Heat

    Prime Minister Andy Burnham chairs an emergency Cobra committee meeting.
  30. Is Trump trying to influence foreign elections?

    In Brazil and elsewhere, leaders raise concerns over alleged election meddling by the US.
  31. Philomena Cunk examines life and existence

    Mockumentary from Charlie Brooker starring Diane Morgan
  32. In 1940s Australia, a young orphan is brought to a remote orphanage

    The miracle is in the mystery. A nun's faith is challenged by an orphan at her monastery
  33. Hodgkinson into 800m final and Werro through despite nasty fall

    Keely Hodgkinson reaches the women's 800m final at the European Championships - moments after rival Audrey Werro suffers a dramatic fall that put her place in doubt.
  34. Tielemans apologises to Villa fans for Man Utd remarks

    Youri Tielemans apologises to Aston Villa fans after suggesting he had moved to a bigger club in Premier League rivals Manchester United.
  35. Critical former referees add to culture of fear, says retiring Taylor

    Retiring Premier League referee Anthony Taylor says his decision to quit was partly due to the toxic debate around officials.
  36. Bangladesh dominate Australia despite Smith reprieve

    Australia batter Steve Smith benefits from an odd technology reprieve, but Bangladesh otherwise dominate the hosts on day one of the first Test.
  37. Handling hate and seeking stability - Fofana's Chelsea journey

    Wesley Fofana shed tears, faced criticism for laughing at the wrong moment and exposed racist abuse last season but believes stability will lead to "amazing" Chelsea future.
  38. Leicester City put up for sale for more than £200m

    Leicester City's Thai owners King Power are hoping to sell the club after 16 years, for more than £200m.
  39. Hodgkinson leads home Broeders-Bol to qualify for 800m final

    Great Britain's Keely Hodgkinson wins her 800m semi-final leading home Femke Broeders-Bol of the Netherlands.