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  1. More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel

    The boat was attempting to cross to the UK when its engine caught fire, according to French authorities.
  2. Prison overcrowding crisis limits ability to cut early releases, minister says

    Some offenders will be barred from the scheme, but those guilty of manslaughter may be eligible, leaving PC Harper's family "devastated".
  3. Afghan boxer arrested in Greece over discovery of Scottish woman's body in suitcase

    Sharif Ahmadzai, from Afghanistan, is expected to appear in court in Athens on Wednesday.
  4. Top Fifa official Wenger says scrapping World Cup plan 'absolutely necessary'

    Fifa's chief of global football development Arsene Wenger says the decision to scrap the plan to have private investment in Fifa competitions was "absolutely necessary".
  5. Scottish exam pass rates rise as students find out results

    More than 148,000 learners across the country received their results as details of this year's pass rates were published.
  6. Analysis: Trump challenged by cold reality from top allies

    A president used to bending US politics to his will faces two stinging losses in a matter of days, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher.
  7. Fan adds 'just joking' to England World Cup win tattoo

    Sean Carrington says he is more bothered about England not winning than about his tattoo.
  8. BP's $5.7bn profit highest since 2022 as Iran war pushes up oil price

    Higher oil prices boost the energy giant's results while environmental groups accuse it of profiteering.
  9. 'Rape list' part of misogyny girls face at school

    A group of teenagers make a film describing their experiences, ahead of changes to the curriculum.
  10. Ukraine hits more Wildberries sites as strike kills five in Moscow region

    Facilities operated by Russia's largest online retailer were also hit in St Petersburg and Tver.
  11. Breast cancer checks missing most women under 50 who are at risk, says study

    Up to 95% of younger women who are at higher risk of developing breast cancer are being missed by current NHS checks, researchers warn.
  12. What will happen when a SpaceX rocket collides with the Moon?

    Our satellite has endured countless blows over millions of years - and astronomers think this one could be a useful accident.
  13. Ariana Grande has had enough of body comments, but 'scrutiny' will linger

    The star has taken a "step back" from the spotlight after appearances led to "endless, ongoing public scrutiny".
  14. How heatwaves are impacting weddings

    The wedding industry is facing last-minute costs to cope with the heat and October bookings are up.
  15. There's a reason child vaccination rates are falling - and it's not social media

    As child immunisation rates fall across the UK, one clinic in west Yorkshire is taking aggressive steps to boost immunisations
  16. Gaza tech workers give glimpse of possible future

    Thousands of young people in Gaza are pursuing roles in the digital economy as the territory's wider recovery stalls.
  17. Why Trump Media's sale of fast access to market-moving social posts is controversial

    Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) has set up a paid service to give Wall Street firms access to Truth Social's most influential accounts.
  18. I left my wife and twins behind - why this Nigerian man fled South Africa

    Nigerian Richard Itoro is one of tens of thousands who have abandoned their lives in South Africa.
  19. UFC loses $30m on Freedom 250 event at White House

    UFC owners lose $30m (£22m) staging the Freedom 250 event, which was attended by US President Donald Trump, at the White House in June.
  20. Thunderstorms and flash flood risk on final day of UK heatwave

    More places in southern and eastern England are expected to reach heatwave criteria on Tuesday but cooler temperatures are on the horizon.
  21. Ariana Grande says 'boundaries need to be set' after announcing break

    The star told fans at her Chicago show on Monday that "boundaries need to be set".
  22. Drinking culture embedded in cricket, says former England captain Ben Stokes

    Ben Stokes says drinking is embedded in cricket, but does not believe the England team he led has a problem with alcohol.
  23. Huw Edwards criticised for entering festival poetry competition

    A sex abuse survivor says the ex-BBC newsreader winning would've been "catastrophic" and wants the rules changed.
  24. Apple issues new challenge against UK order for access to private user data

    It is the latest development in the ongoing dispute between Apple and the Home Office over data privacy.
  25. Greg James shares his heartbreak after death of dog Barney

    The Radio 1 presenter said his beloved pet had to be put to sleep in the garden of his home.
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  27. Could Reform Use The Navy To Stop Small Boats?

    Reform UK insists using Navy to stop migrant boats would be legal.
  28. The Democrats need to win Michigan… so why is it splitting the party?

    A centrist and a left wing candidate go head to head in Michigan.
  29. Drinking culture embedded in cricket - Stokes

    Ben Stokes says drinking is embedded in cricket, but does not believe the England team he led has a problem with alcohol.
  30. Fifa private money plan had to be scrapped - Wenger

    Fifa's chief of global football development Arsene Wenger says the decision to scrap the plan to have private investment in Fifa competitions was "absolutely necessary".
  31. Arsenal in talks to sign Newcastle's Guimaraes

    Arsenal open direct talks with Newcastle United to sign captain Bruno Guimaraes.
  32. Mudryk could return on Wednesday after drugs suspension

    Mykhailo Mudryk could return to action following 20 months on the sidelines on Wednesday after being named in Chelsea's squad to play Juventus in a friendly in Hong Kong.
  33. UFC loses $30m on Freedom 250 event at White House

    UFC owners lose $30m (£22m) staging the Freedom 250 event, which was attended by US President Donald Trump, at the White House in June.
  34. A youngster to watch at each Premier League club this season

    The Premier League returns later this month and we have picked out 20 prospects - one from each club - who will be looking to make their mark and enjoy a breakthrough season.