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  1. Ann Widdecombe suspect not known to Prevent as counter terrorism police take over investigation

    Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood confirmed the suspect was not known to the government's anti-terrorism programme in an update to MPs.
  2. Chris Mason: Investigation into Widdecombe's death rekindles debate over how to protect politicians

    Many MPs blame social media for normalising violent language and abuse, the BBC's political editor writes.
  3. No significant rain forecast for at least a week as UK heatwave continues

    Heat has been this big story of the summer so far but there has also been a lack of wet weather, as Ben Rich explains.
  4. The secretive crypto firm backed by Farage's biggest donor

    Tether is a giant in crytocurrency, an industry that Nigel Farage believes the UK should be embracing.
  5. YouTube still recommending eating disorder videos to teens, research finds

    The site is continuing to recommend harmful videos despite new rules meant to better protect teenagers in the UK, a study finds.
  6. Australian police reveal unseen photos 25 years after British backpacker murder

    Police hope the images could jog memories that will help them find the body of Peter Falconio.
  7. How US commerce secretary's Epstein links were uncovered by British whistleblower

    Simon Andriesz made the discovery about Howard Lutnick in publicly released Epstein files.
  8. Hours each day in an iron lung kept her breathing, her will to live kept her alive

    The sister of the last known polio patient in the US to use the life-saving machine spoke to the BBC about her sister's life.
  9. Death toll from Bangkok bar fire rises to 30 as police probe safety lapses

    Survivors and first reporters reported doors being locked and the lack of signage marking emergency exits.
  10. US burrito giant Chipotle opening first outlet in Mexico

    Other US fast food brands have struggled to succeed in the countries their dishes originated.
  11. US judge voids Donald Trump's $1.8bn settlement with IRS that gave him immunity from tax audits

    The judge said the suit was brought for 'improper purposes' and referred a Trump attorney for possible disciplinary action.
  12. Time for Lamine Yamal to ignite? Or another Mbappe World Cup masterclass?

    France face Spain for a place in the World Cup final on Tuesday, meaning a showdown between Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. Who comes out on top?
  13. England to make late call on Rice for World Cup semi-final

    England will make a late decision on whether Declan Rice is fit to start Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
  14. Deschamps predicts 'spectacular' France v Spain semi-final

    France boss Didier Deschamps is predicting a "spectacular" semi-final when his exciting side take on Spain in a heavyweight World Cup showdown in Dallas.
  15. 'Easy to create divisions' - Kane says England are 'completely together'

    England captain Harry Kane says the squad are "completely together" before their World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
  16. How my period is supercharging my ADHD

    A first-of-its-kind study by UK researchers is looking at the link between menstrual cycles and ADHD.
  17. 'I don't want to seem tight': How much should you give to the year-end teacher collection?

    Collecting money for a joint present might overcome the competitive gift-giving, but it can still cause friction.
  18. Is tracking your food purchases good for your health?

    Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet?
  19. Andy Serkis defends lack of diversity in Lord of the Rings cast

    Kate Winslet, Jamie Dornan and Anya Taylor-Joy are among the stars who have been cast so far.
  20. The Papers: 'New twist in killer hunt' and 'One of a kind Ann'

    The majority of the papers are dominated by the investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe.
  21. Colombian national killed by ICE agent during operation in Maine

    It comes less than a week after an undocumented migrant was fatally shot in Houston by an immigration agent.
  22. Over half of adults with learning disabilities do not live past 65, report says

    The government says the findings are stark, while a campaign group says they should be "headline news".
  23. Burnham cements Labour leadership with backing of 349 MPs

    The MP for Makerfield is on track to become the prime minister next week after receiving the support of the vast majority of Labour MPs.
  24. Identity of Sydney daycare worker facing 329 child abuse offences revealed

    Hamish Tait is accused of abusing 136 children at five childcare facilities over a 16-year period.
  25. Gang feud ended with 'resolution of differences' between rivals - police report

    Chief Constable Jo Farrell noted the feud - which spanned six months and involved 84 separate incidents - had ended for multiple reasons including dozens of arrests.
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  27. Counter Terrorism Police Investigating Ann Widdecombe Death

    Counter terrorism police takeover the investigation into Ann Widdecombe’s death.
  28. Americanswers… on 5 Live! Mitch McConnell breaks his silence, will it stop the conspiracy theories?

    A photo of the US senator has gone viral after he hadn’t been seen for weeks
  29. Time for Lamine Yamal to ignite? Or another Mbappe World Cup masterclass?

    France face Spain for a place in the World Cup final on Tuesday, meaning a showdown between Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. Who comes out on top?
  30. England to make late call on Rice for World Cup semi-final

    England will make a late decision on whether Declan Rice is fit to start Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
  31. 'Easy to create divisions' - Kane says England are 'completely together'

    England captain Harry Kane says the squad are "completely together" before their World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
  32. Timing took me to Chelsea rather than Liverpool - Alonso

    Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says his arrival at Stamford Bridge instead of Liverpool was "about timings".
  33. Deschamps predicts 'spectacular' France v Spain semi-final

    France boss Didier Deschamps is predicting a "spectacular" semi-final when his exciting side take on Spain in a heavyweight World Cup showdown in Dallas.
  34. All the goals from France's run to semi-finals

    Watch every goal scored by France on their way to the 2026 World Cup semi-finals and a mouth-watering tie against Spain.
  35. Sacked McCullum holds hands up for England results

    Brendon McCullum apologises for a run of seven defeats in nine games which led to him being sacked as Test coach on Sunday.