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  1. Scott Mills questioned by police in 2018 over sexual offence allegations against teenage boy

    The case was dropped in 2019 after the CPS deemed there was insufficient evidence to bring charges, police say.
  2. Starmer gives doctors 48 hours to cancel strike or lose new jobs package

    The prime minister says the NHS could lose 1,000 extra training places if resident doctors go ahead with a six-day strike next week.
  3. Hundreds of my abusers are still out there, says victim as grooming inquiry launched

    There needs to be accountability for the failings that led to this mass exploitation of children in UK, says survivor.
  4. New bin rules begin in England but not all councils are ready

    Weekly food waste collections are required for all English homes as new legislation takes effect.
  5. 'Something wasn't right': Wrong sperm given to UK families by IVF clinics in northern Cyprus

    Families of seven children believe the wrong sperm or egg donors were used in their IVF treatment.
  6. Why the benefit used by over 8 million people may not be fit for the future

    Can Universal Credit and the work and benefits system more generally reshape itself to meet a new reality?
  7. Three charged with murder over death of girl, 16

    Three people are due to appear in court over the death of Chloe Watson Dransfield in Leeds.
  8. Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks face death penalty under new Israeli law

    The new law, passed on Monday, was pushed hard by the far-right and Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
  9. Housing market to soften amid Iran war fallout, Nationwide says

    The lender says the market regained momentum in March, but rising mortgage and energy costs could hit consumer confidence.
  10. 'I sent eight letters': Drivers hope for payout from car finance redress scheme

    Millions of motorists could be entitled to compensation with the financial regulator setting out how to apply
  11. Eurovision Song Contest launches first-ever Asia edition

    Broadcasters from 10 countries, including South Korea and the Philippines, will be taking part.
  12. Inside the cockpit of RAF tanker during defensive mission against Iranian drones

    Defence correspondent Jonathan Beale flies onboard a Royal Air Force Voyager as it refuels jets in the Middle East.
  13. How Pakistan won over Trump to become an unlikely mediator in the Iran war

    Pakistan's role as intermediary in this conflict took many by surprise. But perhaps it shouldn't have.
  14. What was the 1970s oil crisis, and are we heading for something worse?

    While both crises involve oil, experts say there are some important differences between what happened in the 1970s and today.
  15. How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg Island

    Donald Trump has indicated he could send troops to take control of Iran's key oil export terminal.
  16. Long queues in Myanmar as Iran war fuel crisis deepens

    Drivers are queuing for hours at petrol stations in Myanmar as the Iran war continues to send shockwaves across the globe.
  17. The personal items the Artemis II crew are taking to the Moon

    The crew, who are accomplished pilots, engineers and scientists, reveal their hopes, fears and family sacrifices.
  18. Huge fires at Russian oil facilities following Ukraine strikes, satellite images show

    BBC Verify examines recent damage to three key Russian oil export facilities near the Baltic Sea.
  19. 'Fake landlord lied that his dad had died to scam my deposit'

    The Met Police says it is investigating a number of suspected frauds in relation to flat rental.
  20. The Papers: 'Scott Mills sacked by BBC' and 'Starmer's 48-hour ultimatum'

    Former BBC presenter Scott Mills appears on most of the papers, after he was sacked following allegations about his personal conduct.
  21. How will car finance compensation payments work?

    Compensation could be given to many of those who took out a car loan between April 2007 and November 2024.
  22. How Scotland selected their base camp for this summer's World Cup

    Gary Dicker and Steven Naismith explain why Scotland picked Charlotte FC as their World Cup base.
  23. Shock, sadness and relief in town at centre of Australia's seven-month police manhunt

    Porepunkah has been in the spotlight since Dezi Freeman shot dead two police officers last year.
  24. Government to overhaul non-crime hate incident rules

    The Home Office says updated guidance will end the policing of "everyday arguments" online.
  25. Veteran abused for being gay seeks £50k MoD payout

    A reparations scheme offers up to £70k to those who were forced to leave the military for being gay.
  26. Sexual violence part of 'everyday life' in parts of Sudan, charity says

    Victims describe how they have been targeted while carrying out everyday activities.
  27. Kid Rock sparks US Army probe after helicopter flyby at his mansion

    The country rock artist posted footage on Saturday of himself saluting the aircraft from his outdoor pool.
  28. Congressman writes to King Charles urging him to meet Epstein victims during US visit

    While the trip is not officially confirmed, the King and Queen Camilla are reportedly planning to visit the US at the end of April.
  29. 'A succulent Chinese meal' - iconic Australian quote immortalised in national film archive

    The theatrical monologue given by Jack Karlson as he was arrested in 1991 has been officially recognised as a "lasting piece of cultural folklore".
  30. After sex abuse claims, activists and lawmakers rethink Cesar Chavez Day

    California has renamed Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day after the labour-rights icon was accused of sexual abuse.
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  32. Scott Mills Sacked By BBC

    Scott Mills has been sacked by the BBC following allegations about his personal conduct.
  33. What is RFK doing to vaccines for children in America?

    Trump’s Health Secretary hits a major setback to “Make America Healthy Again”
  34. Newcastle not looking to make Howe change at moment - CEO

    Newcastle United CEO David Hopkinson says he does not have a stance on the future of head coach Eddie Howe, but the club are "not looking to make a change at the moment".
  35. Is Verstappen's threat to quit a lever to alter rules? - F1 Q&A

    BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your questions after the Japanese Grand Prix.
  36. Arsenal's 11 international withdrawals - injury crisis or crafty caution?

    With 11 Arsenal players withdrawing from international duty, are the Gunners facing an injury crisis or are they simply being cautious?
  37. How Scotland found their base camp for 'travelling' World Cup

    Gary Dicker and Steven Naismith explain why Scotland picked Charlotte FC as their World Cup base.
  38. Why innovative Canadian league is trialling daylight offside rule

    BBC Sport looks at why the Canadian Premier League is trialling Arsene Wenger's 'daylight' offside rule in 2026.
  39. Wales v Northern Ireland - the match nobody wants

    Wales host Northern Ireland in a friendly in Cardiff on Tuesday because both teams lost their World Cup play-off semi-finals on Thursday.
  40. Ranking the 10 most exciting wingers in the world

    Few things in football are more exciting than an in-form wide man, but who are the most exciting in the world right night?