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  1. BBC sacked Scott Mills after learning alleged victim in police investigation was under 16

    It comes as Mills released a statement saying he had "fully cooperated and responded" with the police investigation in 2018.
  2. UK will seek closer ties with EU in light of Iran war, Starmer says

    It comes as UK-US relations have been strained by the PM's refusal to be dragged further into the Iran war.
  3. Travelodge boss was sent email by sex assault victim

    The victim of a sexual assault in a Travelodge - by a man given the key card to her room - sent an email to the chief executive soon after the attack.
  4. The delicate question of where responsibility lies for safety on our mountains

    Who is responsible for safety in our mountains?
  5. CPS giving 'investigative advice' to police over Andrew and Mandelson probes

    Police are carrying out inquiries into Lord Mandelson and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's links to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
  6. Doctors lose new jobs package as strike to go ahead

    The offer of 1,000 more training posts has been withdrawn after the union refused to scrap the planned six-day strike.
  7. New laws to make it easier to cancel subscriptions

    Consumers will be able to cancel unwanted subscriptions 'at the click of a button', the government said.
  8. Motability drivers 'horrified' by compulsory black-box trackers

    The boxes will monitor driving habits, such as speed and braking, and will provide a weekly rating.
  9. US Supreme Court appears sceptical of US birthright citizenship challenge

    Trump attended the oral arguments in person on Wednesday, a rare move by a sitting president that underscored the high stakes of the case.
  10. Record monthly rise in petrol and diesel prices, says RAC

    March saw the fastest rise in fuel prices on record in pence per litre, according to the motoring organisation.
  11. Rescuers abandon hope for whale stranded off German island

    The whale became stranded on a sandbank before it was rescued, only to swim into shallow waters further along the coast.
  12. 'Spectacular!' - BBC journalist's emotional reaction to Artemis II launch

    Science editor Rebecca Morelle watched from just three miles away as the most powerful rocket ever built blasted off from Florida.
  13. Suited up and ready to go: Watch the Artemis crew's journey to launch

    From spacesuit fitting to final communications checks in the rocket, the crew prepared for liftoff to begin their 10-day mission.
  14. Next stop, Mars? Why Nasa's mission matters

    From a race with China to lunar discoveries, the US is investing time, effort and money to head to the Moon - and beyond.
  15. The personal items the crew are taking with them

    The crew, who are accomplished pilots, engineers and scientists, reveal their hopes, fears and family sacrifices.
  16. Weather looks favourable for Artemis launch despite cloud

    Artemis II is close to launch - Simon King explains the critical importance of the weather to its success.
  17. 'We look at life differently' - the over-70s making their comedy debut

    A group of would-be performers have been learning the ropes of stand-up from a professional comedian.
  18. 'We entered Race Across the World to honour dying wish'

    Margo Oakley and her brother-in-law Mark Blythen bonded when their sister and wife Julia was terminally ill.
  19. Devastated Italians reckon with 'third apocalypse' of World Cup failure

    Azzurri fans and management alike are pondering what went wrong after Italy fail to qualify for third World Cup in a row.
  20. The Papers: 'Trump goes to war on Nato' and 'Scott breaks silence'

    The US president's comments on considering withdrawing the US from Nato dominates Thursday's papers.
  21. Watch Carol Kirkwood's emotional goodbye and funniest moments as she leaves the BBC

    As the BBC weather presenter bids farewell after 25 years, we take you through some of her best moments on screen.
  22. Bland or fan love letter? The Super Mario Galaxy Movie draws mixed reaction

    Reviews are in for the sequel to the mega-successful Super Mario Brothers Movie, but not everyone is convinced.
  23. Palantir UK boss says it's up to militaries to decide how AI targeting is used in war

    The company's AI platform Maven has reportedly been used by the US to identify targets in Iran.
  24. Israel's perpetual war with Iran may be hard to win with military might alone

    The war with Iran has not yet resolved any of Israel's regional conflicts in the way its prime minister suggested it would.
  25. Trump to give primetime address on Iran war as questions swirl over his next move

    The US president finds himself under growing pressure at home to avoid a protracted conflict.
  26. What do Trump's latest comments on leaving Nato mean for the alliance?

    Trump has criticised Nato members for showing a lack of support for US objectives in Iran.
  27. 'You're no longer my sister' - rows erupt as war divides Iranian families

    People in Iran describe angry scenes and tense relationships as rifts open up over the war.
  28. Rachel Reeves says she's angry at Trump's decision to launch war with Iran

    The chancellor says the US president does not have a "clear plan" to exit the conflict.
  29. Stella McCartney's clifftop 'forever home' gets planning consent

    The fashion designer and her husband plan to build the house overlooking a sea loch in the Highlands.
  30. Two migrants die in Channel crossing attempt

    French authorities rescue eight people who get into difficulty boarding a small boat, but two of them died.
  31. Navy investigated links between nuclear sub commander and MP

    No disciplinary action was taken over the allegations of an inappropriate relationship with Scottish MP Joani Reid.
  32. Families cram into Greek court for trial into deadliest train crash

    Fifty-seven people were killed when two trains collided in 2023 in the worst rail accident in Greek history, with 36 accused in a trial expected to last years.
  33. Girls arrested as 'online trends' fuel disturbance

    Six teenage girls are arrested after online trends spark anti-social behaviour in south London, the Met says.
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  35. Will Trump really leave Nato?

    Trump considers leaving Nato, as Starmer says he won't change his position on Iran.
  36. Classic musical comedy about the ups and downs of true love

    Musical comedy about an optimistic dance hall hostess who longs for true love.
  37. Bompastor angry with VAR after McCabe hair pull

    Chelsea boss Sonia Bompastor criticises VAR after Arsenal's Katie McCabe avoids a red card for pulling Alyssa Thompson's hair during their Women's Champions League quarter-final.
  38. Woods declines US Ryder Cup captain role in 2027

    Tiger Woods turns down the role of United States Ryder Cup captain next year in Ireland, the PGA of America announces, as he steps away from golf following last week's car crash.
  39. Foden not guaranteed World Cup squad spot - Tuchel

    Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden's is not guaranteed a place in England's squad for the 2026 World Cup, says manager Thomas Tuchel.
  40. How Arsenal are building something 'special' in Europe

    Arsenal had their fairytale ending in Europe last season - but can they produce something magical again?
  41. Chelsea make biggest pre-tax loss in Premier League history

    Chelsea announce a Premier League‑record pre‑tax loss of £262m for the 2024‑25 season.
  42. Captain Donnarumma vows to restore Italy after heartbreak

    Italy captain Gianluigi Donnarumma says he "cried because of the enormous sadness" of not being able to lead the national side to the 2026 World Cup.