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  1. Russia says at least seven killed in largest Ukrainian attack of 2026

    Moscow also launched deadly strikes against Ukraine overnight, sparking fires across the capital Kyiv.
  2. Watch: BBC visits smouldering market in Ukraine after strikes

    Six people were injured in the strike on the market selling second-hand records, posters, toys and tools.
  3. Emergency phone alert put domestic abuse victims at risk, campaigners say

    The alert took many by surprise when it was sent to millions of phones on Friday night - but it may have also put vulnerable people at risk.
  4. Murder inquiry after man bitten by dog dies

    Police appeal for two people who stopped to help the victim in Wakefield to come forward.
  5. Calls for public inquiry into Jason Arday 'witch hunt'

    Lord Simon Woolley said Arday had been "hounded" by the media and pursued relentlessly.
  6. Changing pubs into homes to be made harder under new rules

    The rules will come into force on Monday along with other changes to planning policy.
  7. Two dead and hundreds evacuated as twin fires break out on Greek island

    Nearly 200 firefighters are trying to keep the two fires apart on Salamina, Greek media report.
  8. Four 'extraordinary' Renaissance paintings stolen from Italian museum

    The works were taken overnight without alarms being triggered, raising suspicion of a professional hit.
  9. People who fled Stourbridge fires start to return home

    Many families are only just discovering the extent of damage to their homes for the first time.
  10. Thousands displaced by deadly Indonesia earthquake as rescue efforts continue

    Hundreds of homes and public buildings have been severely damaged with at least 53 people killed.
  11. Canadian pipe band crowned world champions after 'thrilling' contest

    Simon Fraser University Pipe Band from Canada took the coveted title following the two-day event at Glasgow Green, in which 211 bands competed.
  12. 'I can't be the best mum': US women in politics spark conversation on motherhood

    The White House press secretary quit this week to be with her children, while Democrat Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez said she was freezing her eggs.
  13. What's driving men to get penis fillers, despite the risks?

    Men who have had the procedure can expect 10-20% more girth for the next six to nine months - but it can go wrong.
  14. Friends, finances and finding your feet - advice for this year's freshers

    BC News asked current students about the worries they had before arriving at university how they overcame them.
  15. The influencers getting bitten while chasing the perfect shark shot

    Tayane Dalazen was on a shark-diving trip in Brazil when she was attacked.
  16. Why is Australia's mushroom killer back in court this week?

    The BBC’s Katy Watson explains why triple-murder Erin Patterson is back in court this week trying to overturn her conviction.
  17. Soldiers praised for 'phenomenal job' helping crews tackle wildfires

    About 200 members of the Queen's Own Gurkha Logistic Regiment have been involved in the operation.
  18. 'Number of fatalities' and four injured after car drives on wrong side of motorway

    The collision occurred on on the M9 Northbound at about 03:00 local time on Sunday in County Kildare.
  19. UK-made drones strike targets inside Russia

    The drones have been used for the first time in mainland Russia to hit military and industrial targets.
  20. Watch moment police arrest wanted man while he slept on roof

    Two police officers suffered minor injuries during the incident, Greater Manchester Police say.
  21. Belgian Pocognoli confirmed as Scotland boss

    The Scottish FA say they have appointed "one of Europe's brightest emerging coaching talents" by securing Sebastien Pocognoli as Scotland men's new head coach on a two-year deal.
  22. 'Probably my last year' - Ronaldo hints at retirement

    Cristiano Ronaldo says this season will probably be his last as a player after a glittering football career.
  23. Europe's tallest Virgin Mary statue unveiled in rural Poland

    The 55.6-metre (182ft) concrete figure is head-and-shoulders above Rio de Jaineiro's Christ the Redeemer.
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  25. What Next For Nigel Farage After The Clacton By-Election?

    The parliamentary standards investigation into Farage's £5m gift has reopened.
  26. Is Iran really trying to kill Trump?

    How developed is the Tehran regime’s assassination operation abroad?
  27. Belgian Pocognoli confirmed as Scotland boss

    The Scottish FA say they have appointed "one of Europe's brightest emerging coaching talents" by securing Sebastien Pocognoli as Scotland men's new head coach on a two-year deal.
  28. 'Probably my last year' - Ronaldo hints at retirement

    Cristiano Ronaldo says this season will probably be his last as a player after a glittering football career.
  29. Rangers host Celtic in League Cup quarter-finals

    Rangers will host Celtic in the Premier Sports Cup quarter-finals with Kilmarnock v Aberdeen the other all top-flight tie.