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  1. Thousands of rail passengers hit by power failure disruption

    An outage in Manchester caused delays and cancellations, with services expected to be affected throughout the evening.
  2. Burnham orders review of grooming gang early releases

    The announcement of the review comes after the Tory leader raised concerns that child sex offenders could leave jail early.
  3. Uefa says boycott may still go ahead as FA withdraws Infantino support

    Fifa's backing of president Gianni Infantino at a meeting on Wednesday "changes nothing", says European governing body Uefa.
  4. Amanda Knox defends Fringe comedy show after claims it will 'trivialise violence'

    Knox, who was convicted and later acquitted of the murder of a British student, said she does not downplay the seriousness of Meredith Kercher's death.
  5. Artificial Intelligence used to design brand new viruses

    Scientists made 16 successful viruses that had their genetic code designed by artificial intelligence.
  6. South Korea space agency shares Moon images after SpaceX rocket debris crash

    Seoul's lunar orbiter captured images of the Moon before and after part of SpaceX's rocket hit its surface on Wednesday.
  7. Met Police boss admits mistake over Cambridge professor plagiarism row

    Sir Mark Rowley says his force "dropped the ball" after it investigated a reporter looking into claims about Jason Arday.
  8. Arrests in Norfolk town as disorder continues for third night

    Norfolk Police attend a residential area in Thetford on Thursday as a third night of protests begins.
  9. Stephen Bear jailed for breaching restraining order with posts about Georgia Harrison

    The reality TV contestant is back in prison after admitting a harassment charge regarding Georgia Harrison.
  10. Trump denies US weapons shortage and says information 'leakers' being 'hunted down'

    While precise data is classified, publicly available information suggests the US has used up many difficult-to-manufacture weapons.
  11. Boxer charged with killing aid worker in Greece after his wife gave police 'key' details

    Sharif Ahmadzai, who is 26 and from Afghanistan, faces charges of homicide with intent, robbery and weapons offences.
  12. Andrew chased by alleged stalker near Sandringham home, court hears

    Alex Jenkinson, 39, is accused of causing the former duke to "fear unlawful violence" as he walked his dogs.
  13. First OpenAI, now Meta - why do AI hacks keep happening?

    A flood of companies are revealing AI models gained access to the internet - with real consequences.
  14. Is Gianni Infantino still backed by the African football federations?

    The African confederation has yet to take an official stance, but where do the key African footballing nations stand on the Infantino saga?
  15. The 'education gap' hiding behind picture-perfect Cornwall and Devon

    Behind the South West's postcard image, poverty and isolation are limiting opportunities for many young people.
  16. Why is Amanda Knox's upcoming Edinburgh Fringe comedy show causing controversy?

    Meredith Kercher's sister told the BBC her sibling "wouldn't find these topics of any comedy value".
  17. Shorts, strappy tops and sandals: What is acceptable to wear to work?

    Here's how to style for success while keeping your cool - and where you and your boss stand on your wardrobe.
  18. Serious questions for Cambridge after professor at centre of plagiarism row resigns

    Jason Arday’s resignation poses questions about standards and a push for diversity, writes education editor Branwen Jeffreys.
  19. Why playing your phone out loud in public might become the new normal

    Playing music or videos out loud on your phone is bemoaned by many - but in the future, it might not seem so outlandish
  20. Calls for inquiry into Army training college for teenagers after reports of rape and abuse

    Four women told the BBC they were sexually assaulted and harassed while attending the Army Foundation College (AFC) at Harrogate in North Yorkshire.
  21. EasyJet agrees to £5.7bn takeover by US firm

    The no-frills carrier agrees to be bought by US firm Apollo after a rival suitor drops out.
  22. Thousands of migrants still in Ceuta after border crisis, local leader says

    The Spanish territory's mayor-president also says 100 deaths occurred as a result of 78,000 migrants crossing from neighbouring Morocco.
  23. Ukraine hits two oil refineries deep in Russian territory

    Ukraine's president says the strikes aim to limit revenues Russia "used to finance" its war.
  24. Funeral of Irish actress Brenda Fricker takes place in Dublin

    Fricker won the Oscar for best supporting actress in 1990 for her performance in My Left Foot.
  25. Israel charges settler over killing of Palestinian involved in Oscar-winning West Bank film

    Yinon Levy is charged with reckless manslaughter over the July 2025 shooting of Odeh Hathaleen.
  26. Judge grants Trump's request to delay handing financial records to BBC

    The US president is suing the BBC over a controversial episode of Panorama broadcast in 2024.
  27. Farmer jailed for lodger's 'body in barrel' murder

    Richard Dyson's body was not found until nearly six years after he disappeared in rural Barnsley.
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  29. The Global Story: Who is to blame for the chaos on Spain’s border?

    Spain faces a backlash from Europe, while Trump warns of an ‘invasion’
  30. Which PM punched John Simpson?

    Plus… what did Andy Burnham's wife say about his leadership bid?
  31. Vinicius Jr and Real Madrid agree new six-year deal

    Brazil winger Vinicius Jr will stay at Real Madrid after agreeing improved terms with the Spanish side despite interest from Arsenal.
  32. Uefa says boycott may still go ahead as FA withdraws Infantino support

    Fifa's backing of president Gianni Infantino at a meeting on Wednesday "changes nothing", says European governing body Uefa.
  33. Trafford joins Leeds from Man City in potential £45m deal

    Leeds United sign Manchester City and England goalkeeper James Trafford in a deal worth up to £45m.
  34. Wigan thrash Saints in opening Super Four game

    Wigan Warriors kick off the new Super Four format of the Women's Super League with a thumping 44-6 win at St Helens.
  35. Doku's new deal, Gonzalez to stay - what's latest on Man City transfers?

    Winger Jeremy Doku is the latest Manchester City player to commit his future to the club after signing a new contract until 2031.
  36. Le Court wins stage six of Tour after mechanical failure

    Kimberley Le Court wins a sprint finish to seal victory in stage six of the Tour de France Femmes on Thursday, as Swiss rider Marlen Reusser holds on to the overall lead.