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  1. Minimum wage set to rise but 18-20 year-olds will not get bigger increase

    Chancellor John Healey will reveal the new pay rates in the Budget, and has also announced measures to help households with the cost of living.
  2. Two charged over alleged plot to assist Iran in RAF Fairford incident

    Mohmed Ahmad Abdulkarim and Nouman Essghir, both 24, will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday.
  3. Turnout so far at record levels as Israelis vote in pivotal election

    The elections - the first since the Hamas-led attacks on Israel and the wars which followed - are widely seen as a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu.
  4. What does Israel's election mean for Gaza and the wider world?

    The BBC's diplomatic correspondent James Landale reports from Jerusalem as ballots are cast.
  5. Mbappé sorry for 'ill-judged' Mao remark after backlash in China

    The France star had referred to the former Chinese leader as a "dictator" during an interview about memes.
  6. Kane ends England’s 25-year wait to win men’s Ballon d’Or award

    Harry Kane becomes the first English player to win the prize since Michael Owen in 2001, and Spain midfielder Alexia Putellas wins the Ballon d’Or Feminin for a record-equalling third time.
  7. I'm a single mum and limit my weekly shop to £40 - here's what I want from the Budget

    People earning from £380 a month to £150,000 a year tell the BBC what they want to see in this year's Budget.
  8. Norway and Finland leaders hold rare call with Putin

    This is the first time European leaders have had direct communication with Russia's president in more than a year.
  9. Truce begins in Ukraine city where residents ate weeds to survive

    The Oleshky ceasefire, which the White House said was secured by US First Lady Melania Trump, is meant to allow aid to get in and civilians to get out.
  10. Rise in sales of radios and tinned foods, say retailers, after call to stock up

    Figures obtained by BBC Newsnight show large spikes in sales of torches, radios and power banks.
  11. UK and EU officials to discuss freedom of movement

    Officials are expected to begin discussions on a range of options for the future UK-EU relationship before a summit next month.
  12. 'Living next door to anti-social behaviour has been hell'

    Man calls for better support after seven years of anti-social behaviour from neighbours.
  13. My husband's death was hard enough - then came the admin

    Louisa says her experience of dealing with household bills after her husband John died left her feeling "frustrated and angry".
  14. Ranking England's Ballon d'Or winners - how does Kane compare?

    From Stanley Matthews to Harry Kane, how do England's Ballon d'Or winners rank?
  15. Donald Trump's biggest economic problem looks strangely familiar

    Donald Trump heads into the US midterm elections with an issue similar to his political foe Joe Biden.
  16. 'I would do it again' - Kaepernick reflects on price of protest, 10 years on

    In his first interview with BBC Sport since taking the knee for the first time, Colin Kaepernick reflects on his journey.
  17. Chris Mason: Burnham faces crunch decisions in his next 100 days

    From Brexit debates to North Sea oil, there is plenty getting the cabinet, the Labour Party and the country talking.
  18. Israel and the US are both going to the polls - the consequences will be global

    The next fortnight sees two elections on different continents. The outcomes will shape geopolitics and the global economy, writes James Landale
  19. Will the public change its mind about Meghan?

    This complicated - and developing - story could prove to be a turning point for Meghan.
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  21. Boy who stabbed girl at school was radicalised online, says father

    A father calls for tighter controls on extreme material after his son's attempted murder conviction.
  22. Carrick to stay in charge of Man Utd for Chelsea game

    Michael Carrick will remain in charge of Manchester United for their trip to Chelsea this weekend.
  23. Boy, 14, denies murdering teenage girl whose body was found in park

    Lilly Jones was found in woodlands in south Wales, two days after she had been reported missing.
  24. Netherlands pulls out of Eurovision over Israel participation

    A Dutch broadcaster reverses a decision to take part, citing "sensitivities" over Israel's participation.
  25. Parents who killed their baby have sentences increased

    Klevi Pirjani, 38, and 35-year-old Nivalda Pirjani, murdered their baby, Miguel in 2024.
  26. Apple to replace iPhone Duos affected by screen problem

    Photos shared online showed faults appearing on the screens of Apple's first foldable device.
  27. Warrant for dad of A66 teen over funeral assault

    Gye Worthy fails to appear in court after attacking a celebrant at the funeral of his son.
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  29. Carrick to stay in charge of Man Utd for Chelsea game

    Michael Carrick will remain in charge of Manchester United for their trip to Chelsea this weekend.
  30. Lawrie, 15, eyes £501,000 live TV win over Littler

    Mitchell Lawrie, 15, one of 24 amateur players taking part in live TV special Beat Luke Littler, has his sights on a £501,000 bullseye should he beat the world darts champion.
  31. England out of tri-series after Sri Lanka beat Pakistan

    Sri Lanka thrash Pakistan by eight wickets to end England's hopes of reaching Saturday's tri-series final.
  32. How 'anti-superstar' Kane defied doubters to become world's best

    Harry Kane is the humble 'anti-superstar' who defied doubters to achieve Ballon d'Or greatness, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
  33. Abhishek hits 35-ball ton as India hammer New Zealand

    Abhishek Sharma's 113 from 38 balls helps India chase a target of 199 in just 13.2 overs against New Zealand.