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  1. Police leadership needs 'ethical reset', Lord Blunkett tells BBC

    The former home secretary has co-authored a major report that has found the running of forces in England and Wales needs a "fundamental overhaul".
  2. Prince Harry and Meghan: Will they or won't they, and will we care?

    There will be much attention on whether the Duke of Sussex can build bridges with his family.
  3. Ukraine hits major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says the target is key infrastructure "that generates revenue for Russia's war".
  4. NHS app to use AI to determine which service best for patients

    The update will be available to all users in England by April 2028, the health service says.
  5. New heatwave likely to peak at 34C with week-long health alert issued

    Another heatwave is on its way and set to last significantly longer as Stav Danaos explains.
  6. What Sky buying ITV could mean for your favourite shows

    An announcement is expected imminently on Sky buying ITV's TV and streaming channels.
  7. Moment of destiny for France's Le Pen in verdict to decide her future in presidential race

    Far-right leader Marine Le Pen is appealing a verdict which found her guilty of misusing EU funds.
  8. Cowboys, fighter jets and US Border Patrol - inside Trump's big recruitment drive

    Space Force and Customs and Border Patrol are using a rodeo as a way to drive up recruitment numbers.
  9. The massive scramble behind the scenes before the new PM arrives

    As Starmer gets ready to pack his bags, there's a "bunfight for jobs" in Whitehall, one MP tells Laura Kuenssberg.
  10. Dior dress and a man of honour: What we know about Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding

    The couple tied the knot in New York on Friday, after months of speculation about when, where and how it would happen.
  11. Lightning, hotel security and spying - issues England face in Mexico

    England are booed as they arrive at their Mexico City hotel to prepare for their World Cup last-16 game against Mexico - and it's not the only issue they face.
  12. Eight of the 10 most populous countries are not in the World Cup

    Many countries with massive populations consistently miss out on football’s biggest party. What can they do to change their sporting fortunes?
  13. Five and a half hours that left England's last-16 tie in chaos

    For several hours on Friday, no-one seemed to know when England's World Cup last-16 match against co-hosts Mexico would kick off. BBC Sport explains how a story of confusion and anger - culminating in a Fifa U-turn - unfolded.
  14. Pubs and police brace for England-Mexico 1am kick-off after Fifa U-turn

    England's last-16 World Cup tie will kick off at 01:00 BST on Monday, after Fifa reconsidered bringing it forward.
  15. The Papers: 'Kicking up a storm' and 'Burnham plots homes tax raid'

    Logistics surrounding the World Cup match between England and Mexico continue to lead a number of the papers.
  16. 'Hotter and hotter and hotter' - Europe's new climate in seven charts

    Temperature records were smashed in June - and scientists warn this is a sign of things to come. 
  17. Supporting Pride London 'more important than ever'

    Hundreds of charities, community groups and companies took part in Saturday's parade.
  18. Boy, 3, had five surgeries after crocodile attack

    His parents say there is "uncertainty" about movement and feeling in his arms, wrists and hands.
  19. 'Flamingo Revolution' takes off as thousands demand Albanian PM's resignation

    Flamingos have become a national symbol of protest, triggered by opposition to a luxury development.
  20. Serena Williams pulls out of Wimbledon doubles alongside sister Venus

    Serena Williams pulls out of her planned Wimbledon doubles appearance with older sister Venus because of a knee injury.
  21. Pope urges Europe to do more for migrants as he visits gateway island

    The pontiff pays tribute to migrants who lost their lives at sea at a cemetery on the Italian island of Lampedusa.
  22. Large crowds gather in Tehran on first day of Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral

    Ali Khamenei's body will lie in state in Tehran's Grand Mosalla until Monday, before travelling across Iran and Iraq.
  23. King hails 'truly historic milestone' on 250th anniversary of US independence

    The King says the countries have forged a relationship "founded on friendship, trust and a belief in liberty".
  24. Starmer tells of 'intensely personal' decision to quit and warns Burnham in first interview since resigning

    In an untypically candid interview, the outgoing PM tells the BBC it was "really tough" to accept his political career was over.
  25. Second murder arrest over 1998 teen disappearance

    A 62-year-old man is questioned on suspicion of murdering Donna Keogh who was last seen in 1998.
  26. 'I love my superhero legs', says boy who 'inspires everyone around him'

    The school says the young double amputee's courage and positivity has "inspired everyone".
  27. Greyhound who refuses to race finds new home in US

    Kiki, who was bred to race, will cross the Atlantic to live in California with her new family.
  28. Pupils perform for Foo Fighters in stadium show

    The Bell Tower Beats, from Anfield Road Primary School, performed for the US stars in Liverpool.
  29. Mr Blobby costume sells for £8,500 at auction

    Auctioneers say they had bids from around the world for the costume of the 'iconic' TV character.
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  31. The Story Of Andy Burnham's Return To Westminster - Live At Crossed Wires Festival

    Chris and Faisal look at how he's gone from mayor to likely next PM.
  32. After 250 years, do US citizens still believe in the American Dream?

    Historian Heather Cox Richardson on what history tells us about modern America
  33. Zendaya stars in this heated tennis love triangle

    A love triangle forms between three tennis players.
  34. James doubtful for Mexico tie but Quansah fit again

    Reece James misses training on the eve of England's World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico but Jarell Quansah is available again.
  35. Why England won't fear Mexico or the Azteca - Shearer

    Former England captain Alan Shearer explains why Thomas Tuchel's team will not be worried about the difficult conditions when they play Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.
  36. Unbeaten in 34 matches - why Morocco are World Cup contenders

    As Morocco beat Canada to book their place in the last-8, their World Cup campaign can no longer be seen as a fairytale.
  37. GB's Fery fights off Bergs and nosebleeds to win five-set epic

    British wildcard Arthur Fery beats Zizou Bergs to reach the Wimbledon fourth round and keep home singles hopes alive - despite suffering three nosebleeds.
  38. Boks unleash big-game brutality on Borthwick's faltering England

    Defeat by South Africa can, and does, happen to any team in world rugby, but England need to stop their losing streak soon.
  39. 'Disgusting' Paraguay went 'way too far' against France

    BBC pundits Thomas Hitzlsperger, Joe Hart and Micah Richards discuss Paraguay's attempts to get under France's skin at the 2026 World Cup.