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  1. Chris Mason: A chance for key aide to explain why he didn't tell Starmer

    Sir Olly Robbins is expected to defend his decision not to tell Sir Keir Starmer that Lord Mandelson failed vetting.
  2. UK unemployment rate sees surprise fall to 4.9%

    Most analysts had predicted the rate would remain unchanged at 5.2%.
  3. Petrol thefts surge as Iran war pushes up fuel costs

    One petrol retailer says he is experiencing about five drive-offs a week at each forecourt, costing him thousands.
  4. King honours his 'darling Mama', the late Queen, on her centenary

    The final design for a statue of the late Queen Elizabeth is to be unveiled, 100 years after her birth.
  5. Apple names new boss to replace Tim Cook after 15 years

    Ternus will take over running the technology giant in September as Cook steps up to become executive chairman.
  6. If Plaid win in Wales, that won't mean independence - at least not yet

    In the Senedd campaign, are weighing up whether the issue of Welsh independence is a vote winner or loser.
  7. High electricity bills targeted in planned shakeup to energy pricing

    The war in the Middle East has brought renewed attention to Britain's vulnerability to energy price shocks.
  8. London Tube driver strike to begin at midday

    Tube drivers in the RMT union are taking part in two 24-hour walkouts this week.
  9. Phones to be banned in schools by law in England under government plans

    Education minister Jacqui Smith said the move would create "a clear legal requirement for schools".
  10. US singer D4vd pleads not guilty to murder in death of missing teen girl

    Prosecutors say the singer, real name David Anthony Burke, could face life in prison due to the nature of the case, if convicted.
  11. The 20-somethings juggling three jobs to make ends meet

    While UK unemployment is at a five-year-high, increasing numbers of those in work have more than one job.
  12. James Bond and prog rock to feature in 2026 Proms

    Concerts celebrating Benjamin Britten, Steve Reich and Miles Davis also appear in the programme.
  13. What we know about the Iranian ship seized by the US

    The US has intercepted an Iranian ship entering the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, US President Donald Trump has said.
  14. The Papers: 'Starmer on collision course' and 'I didn't know I was fibbing'

    All of today's papers respond to Starmer's claims he didn't know of Lord Mandelson's failed vetting for the role of British ambassador to the US.
  15. Spurs lifeline or good step for West Ham - who's now favourite for relegation?

    With five games remaining, BBC Sport looks at which side is most likely to take the third relegation spot.
  16. Canadian killed in shooting at Mexico's ancient Teotihuacán pyramids

    Several people were also injured in the incident on Monday at the popular tourist site, say Mexican officials, weeks before the country hosts the Fifa World Cup.
  17. Wolves relegation from Premier League confirmed - and why it had been coming

    Wolves have been relegated from the Premier League after just three wins in their first 33 games of the season.
  18. 'Huge relief' as students given loans 'in error' get repayment reprieve

    Approximately 22,000 weekend students had been told their courses were never eligible for student finance.
  19. Attempted murder charge after car hit pedestrians

    A 30-year-old woman is in a critical condition following the incident on Sunday morning in Soho.
  20. Blue Origin rocket grounded after satellite 'mishap'

    The firm founded by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos is investigating the failed launch.
  21. FBI Director Kash Patel files $250m lawsuit against The Atlantic magazine

    Patel alleges that the magazine published false and harmful claims about his conduct, including accusations of excessive drinking and unexplained absences from duty.
  22. Four arrests made during Epsom rape protest

    Police say there is no evidence immigrants or asylum seekers were involved in the alleged rape.
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  24. MPs Grill Starmer Over Mandelson (Again)

    PM defends his actions over the appointment of Mandelson.
  25. Have the Democrats found a new strategy to scare Trump?

    Why an oyster fisherman with a controversial past is splitting the Democrats
  26. Spurs lifeline or good step for West Ham - who's favourite for drop?

    With five games remaining, BBC Sport looks at which side is most likely to take the third relegation spot.
  27. Bolt advises Gout not to forget track and field

    Usain Bolt urges Australian sprinter Gout Gout not to forget track and field and find a good support network to keep him focused on his career.
  28. Ranking the most successful world record transfers of the past 50 years

    Stumping up world record sums doesn't always guarantee success, but plenty of football's most expensive players have delivered on their hefty fees - here are the top 10.
  29. Wilson fights back to beat teenager Moody

    Kyren Wilson recovers from 6-2 and 7-3 down by winning seven frames in a row to deny 19-year-old Stan Moody a memorable victory on his World Championship debut at the Crucible.
  30. Why Wolves' relegation had been coming after slow decline

    Wolves have been relegated from the Premier League after just three wins in their first 33 games of the season.
  31. What to do about Rew? England's dilemma

    James Rew's start to the season makes him a strong contender for an England call-up, but how would he fit into the Test team?
  32. Red Bull's difficult start and 1976 cars compared with 2026 - F1 Q&A

    BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions.