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  1. Child-rape sentence reignites scrutiny of UK high street mini-marts

    Rapist Bawan Harwe lured underage girls back to his flat with the promise of free vapes and cash.
  2. Elon Musk's SpaceX valued at nearly $1.8tn ahead of record share sale

    The public sale is also expected to make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.
  3. Northern Ireland protests pass off without incident after two nights of unrest

    After two nights of unrest, pockets of protests held across Northern Ireland have passed off peacefully.
  4. Dozens of children put at risk after gender care failures at GP clinic, inquiry finds

    A safety inquiry into the WellBN clinic in Brighton found 78 children were potentially harmed after being given gender medication without proper checks.
  5. World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, performers and vibrant fans

    A star-studded opening ceremony featured artists from the World Cup's official soundtrack.
  6. 'Mum was killing me': England's Declan Rice on sunburn for his World Cup photoshoot

    The Arsenal midfielder admits he was a touch pink in pre-tournament photos as players try to adjust to scorching conditions.
  7. The rise and rise of 'Meatball' McGinn

    John McGinn was a boy from Clydebank with a "big, round head" and bigger dreams. Scotland's World Cup opener marks a new high in a storybook career.
  8. Find your local World Cup hero with our postcode lookup

    Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Find out with our interactive lookup tool
  9. Catch up on the World Cup without any spoilers

    It is a dilemma plenty of fans in the UK will have - and we are giving you the chance to follow the World Cup without spoilers.
  10. Why defence funding deal offered to Healey wasn't enough to keep him

    The defence secretary was pressing the prime minister for a larger increase in defence spending than he was offered, the BBC understands.
  11. BBC tours UFC arena at White House

    White House reporter Bernd Debusmann gets a preview of the temporary structure that will host a UFC fight 14 June.
  12. Jilted bride who went ahead with wedding gets engaged

    Rather than cancel the £12,000 big day, Kayley Stead went ahead with it, posting videos and photos online.
  13. Three ships attacked by the US in three days: What we know

    Three tankers have been struck by the US military over the past three days, killing at least three people.
  14. 'I haven't left my house, I'm scared', says Mean Girls actor as Belfast shows cancelled over violence

    The Mean Girls musical's run in Belfast is cancelled following disorder in the city.
  15. Facing a seismic by-election, the people of Makerfield tell us what matters to them

    In conversations with residents, business owners and campaigners in Makerfield, the BBC found a mixed mood.
  16. Mis-Teeq on reuniting, UK garage and Alesha Dixon's ad libs

    The noughties girl group are back for a reunion gig to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their debut album.
  17. El Niño under way and threatens weather extremes, scientists say

    An El Niño event has officially started, say US scientists, raising fears of extreme weather and higher temperatures.
  18. London Stadium and West Ham women's team not aware of David Sullivan contact ban

    The owner of West Ham United's home has raised concerns it was not told about safeguarding restrictions.
  19. Weight-loss drug Wegovy to be available in pill form in UK for first time

    Manufacturer Novo Nordisk says a daily tablet of the drug could be more convenient for some people than weekly injections.
  20. Three jailed for violence at Henry Nowak police protest

    Disorder broke out in Southampton close to where the 18-year-old student was murdered.
  21. Police officer, 19, dies from crash injuries

    Jess Turnbull "had so much to look forward to in her career and her life", the chief constable says.
  22. Ryanair investigated over charging parents to sit with children

    The UK's competition regulator is investigating the airline over charges it imposes on parents to sit next to their child.
  23. Counter-terrorism police leading school stabbing inquiry

    Two pupils, both 14, and a teacher were hurt in the attack at a school in Manchester.
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    Defence Secretary John Healey resigns in latest blow to Starmer.
  26. The Democrats fight back Trump-style in Maine… but have they messed up?

    New scandals and allegations emerge against Democrat Graham Platner in Maine
  27. Kevin Bridges asks if football still has beauty at its heart

    Kevin Bridges embarks on a journey to understand whether the beautiful game still exists.
  28. World Cup kicks off in Mexico with Shakira, performers and vibrant fans

    A star-studded opening ceremony featured artists from the World Cup's official soundtrack.
  29. Quinones scores opening goal of 2026 World Cup

    Mexico's Julian Quinones scores the opening goal of the 2026 World Cup against South Africa at Mexico City Stadium.
  30. Key considers imposing alcohol ban on England team

    Director of cricket Rob Key is considering imposing an alcohol ban on the England team and has given no assurances Ben Stokes will remain Test captain.
  31. Fatigue? The World Cup players who have had toughest seasons

    BBC Sport examines which World Cup teams and players have played the most minutes since last summer, when the Club World Cup was kicking off in the United States.
  32. Real Madrid bring back Mourinho on three-year deal

    Real Madrid have confirmed the re-appointment of Jose Mourinho as head coach.
  33. Man City second offer for Anderson worth £120m rejected

    Elliot Anderson would prefer a move to Manchester City over Manchester United should a deal be agreed with Nottingham Forest, but a second offer has been rejected.
  34. Defence coach Edwards negotiating France exit

    Shaun Edwards' departure from France's national team is being negotiated after nearly seven years on their staff.