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  1. Burnham expects to find 'common ground' with Trump in first meeting

    In New York, the prime minister will also deliver a speech to the UN General Assembly expected to be focused on AI.
  2. UK to provide Saudi Arabia with 'defensive' military support, says Burnham

    The prime minister says "defensive air-to-air refuelling" is to be provided following a request from Saudi Arabia, after it faced attacks from the Houthis in Yemen.
  3. Martha's Rule rolled out at every A&E department in England

    The rule is named after 13-year-old Martha Mills, whose family's concerns about her care were not listened to before her death.
  4. Iran must stop arming Houthis in Yemen, G7 says ahead of UN General Assembly

    The G7 also condemns "in the strongest terms" Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, saying that the escalation in fighting in Yemen jeopardises global energy security.
  5. Lithuania ready to 'fight back' but has evacuation plans in face of Russia threats, PM tells BBC

    Sinkevičius told BBC Newsnight Lithuanians feel "constantly threatened" by Moscow, but the nation was prepared to "fight back" if attacked.
  6. Airlines criticise air traffic control as second glitch causes more disruption

    Prime Minister Andy Burnham said further issues "cause even greater concern" about the UK's air traffic control and the head of the organisation that runs it.
  7. Watch: Ukraine's race to counter a new type of Russian drone

    Russian attacks on Ukraine are becoming even more devastating than before due to new jet-powered drones, which are much harder to shoot down.
  8. Inside Scotland's wildcat HQ - 'It's like Big Brother for cats'

    The Saving Wildcats partnership is keeping an eye on the latest wildcats being bred in captivity for release into the Cairngorms.
  9. 'My army dream was ended by childhood eye surgery'

    Some 114,000 Army application were rejected on medical grounds in the past five years, Freedom of Information figures show.
  10. Vet prescription fees capped under rule changes

    Vets must also tell clients if cheaper medicine is available online as part of the rule updates which surgeries have the coming months to bring in.
  11. CNN, MS NOW and Politico file lawsuit against Trump's White House ban

    Major US networks later suspended White House TV coverage of Trump as he headed to New York for a UN summit.
  12. Scientists discover why Kent meningitis outbreak was so severe

    The bacteria responsible picked up some new genetic material, say experts.
  13. What we found in Earl Spencer's controversial Diana memoir

    What further revelations are going to appear now the full details of his Diana book are published?
  14. I couldn't cook when I left home – but these easy £2.50 recipes became my go-to

    Former culinary-challenged students share four low cost meals they think everyone can master.
  15. The simple skincare routine for teens that actually works - and five expert tips

    From popping spots to getting enough sleep, experts share their advice on the best way to look after teenage skin.
  16. I'd rather pay thousands on a holiday: Meet the pensioners spending the kids' inheritance

    The phenomenon sees retirees spend all their money on enjoying life to the full.
  17. The Papers: 'Air traffic out of control' and 'RAF to help Saudis'

    A second glitch this month in the national air traffic system and the PM's first major foreign policy move lead the papers.
  18. Autumn equinox 2026: When is it and what happens?

    In the northern hemisphere, the September equinox marks the start of astronomical autumn.
  19. Repeated air traffic control failures leave us in worrying territory

    The question is whether all of these incidents were isolated and unavoidable, or whether they point to something more systemic.
  20. Schools not ready for AI and 'crying out' for government guidance, report warns

    Author Sir Anthony Seldon says AI needs to be addressed with the same urgency as a war or epidemic.
  21. Watch: What to expect from the UN General Assembly

    The BBC’s Sarah Smith outlines which world leaders Trump is set to meet and the key topics expected on the agenda.
  22. First UK charges brought over 1994 Rwanda genocide

    Dr Vincent Brown, formerly Dr Vincent Bajinya, 65, will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday charged with seven offences.
  23. Watch: Police raid organised crime targets in Teesside

    Cleveland Police carried out one of their biggest raids in years, following the A66 crash that left two officers dead.
  24. Flights at major US airports delayed after cable cut by construction workers

    The cable had been repaired and airports are resuming normal operations, the US transportation secretary says.
  25. Death of Cindy Crawford's son Presley Gerber being investigated as suspected overdose

    His family asked for privacy during a "very difficult and painful time" following the model's death.
  26. Arrests as migrant boat reaches UK unintercepted

    Five people have been detained and an investigation launched, the Home Office says.
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  28. 'Real fear Littler could walk away' - darts would be loser in booing row

    Could Luke Littler walk away from darts completely if the booing he has suffered at European tournaments continues?
  29. Israel FA accuses Hallgrimsson of 'ignorance, hypocrisy and stupidity'

    The Israel FA accuse Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson of "ignorance, hypocrisy and stupidity" in comments made last week.
  30. Being run over by pitch roller was 'terrifying' - Townsend

    Townsend says he was lucky to only escape from under the roller with a few "bumps and bruises".
  31. Infantino says he is open to talks over Fifa reform

    Fifa president Gianni Infantino has proposed an external review of how world football's governing body operates. shifting tone as he seeks support to stay on.
  32. F1 reduces maximum distance of races by 15km

    F1 announces the maximum race distance for grands prix will be reduced by 15km from 305km to 290km for the 2027 season.
  33. Was Neville right to call out Man Utd for a 'lack of effort'?

    The former Manchester United full-back said a 15-minute period in the 1-1 draw at Fulham was the "worst I've ever seen" - do the stats back him up and does his media portfolio amplify the noise?
  34. Atletico hit back at Mourinho over referee complaints

    Atletico Madrid hit back at Jose Mourinho after he complained about the refereeing in the Madrid derby.