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  1. US launches 'heavy' strikes on Iran after attempted attack on American troops

    After a short period of relative calm when hostilities were paused, both sides have now restarted missile attacks.
  2. Joe Root returns as England Test cricket captain with Stephen Fleming named head coach

    Former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming is appointed as England Test coach, with Joe Root as captain.
  3. Israel building new land barriers in Gaza and displacing families

    Experts have told the BBC that the earthworks suggest Israel is planning for a long-term internal border.
  4. Thousands evacuated in Crete as European wildfires continue to rage

    Strong winds have fanned the flames in the Rethymno region as wildfires continue to ravage the Greek island.
  5. Olivia Dean nominated and Lily Allen snubbed in Mercury Prize list

    This year's best album shortlist includes several returning nominees - but Lily Allen misses out.
  6. UK on track for record heat-related deaths this year, UKHSA estimates

    In a preliminary assessment, the agency said there were an estimated 2,877 heat-related deaths during the May and June heatwaves, almost double the figure for last year.
  7. Missile that left crater deep inside Poland was probably Russian, Polish PM says

    The unidentified object caused a 10m-wide (33ft) crater a short distance from the village of Tarnawa Kolonia, about 100km from the border with Ukraine during a Russian attack on the city of Lviv.
  8. The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry

    Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms.
  9. Virtual interviews don't show bosses your personality, says Burnham

    Interviews online may not allow young people to "shine" and communicate their "passion", the prime minister says.
  10. Beauty Pie founder on how she dropped out of university and built five businesses

    Marcia Kilgore, who also founded Soap & Glory and Fitflop, shares her top tips on how to create a successful business.
  11. How the UK's extreme heat is shifting the conversation about air-con

    Should we embrace air conditioning despite its costs and consequences?
  12. How serial killer James Desborough preyed on vulnerable homeless men

    Killer James Desborough cut up and burned his victims before dumping them in woodland near his home.
  13. Festival makeup could be bad for your skin - here's how to do it right

    Neon is on trend, but some make-up products pose a serious risk to your health. Here's what to check for, and how to dazzle.
  14. Saudi Arabia's dilemma as it tries to stay out of US-Iran war

    The kingdom faces a choice of whether to keep hitting back as a deterrent or to try to de-escalate the situation.
  15. He watched the 1966 World Cup final at Wembley aged 16 - no day since has matched it

    Kenneth Farrington shares his memories of the 1966 World Cup Final, 60 years on.
  16. Your burger costs more this summer, but farmers say they're not cashing in

    The prices of beef, bread buns and bagged salad have risen sharply over the past year, figures show.
  17. Zendaya says working with husband Tom Holland 'easy when you're best friends'

    The couple walked the white carpet at the London premiere of their latest film, Spiderman: Brand New Day.
  18. Three children among eight dead in Russian strikes on Ukraine, officials say

    A six-year-old girl and two boys, aged 11 and 17, were among six killed in a village near the central city of Kryvyi Rih.
  19. Singapore fines French teen $465 for viral straw-licking stunt

    The 19-year-old was "truly sorry" for causing trouble, his lawyers said.
  20. Mountaineer who began fossil hunting after near-death experience discovers rare 'sea dragon'

    Matthew Myerscough swapped mountains for fossil-laden beaches after becoming trapped in snow on Yr Wyddfa.
  21. Shell profits double as oil prices rise due to Iran war

    Disruption to global supplies of oil and liquid natural gas through the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up prices.
  22. MI5 agent murder report led to secret police phone checks

    BBC tribunal win reveals new information about hidden data collection.
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  25. Americast

    Laura Loomer, one of Trump's favourite influencers, has interviewed Zelensky.
  26. New documentary uncovers sexual misconduct claims against Leto

    Multiple women accuse Oscar-winning Hollywood actor Jared Leto of sexual misconduct.
  27. Howe to leave Newcastle with Jaissle expected to replace him

    Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is set to leave the club with immediate effect, sources tell BBC Sport.
  28. Fleming new England Test coach with Root captain

    Former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming is appointed as England Test coach, with Joe Root as captain.
  29. Four pointers to most open Premier League title race in years

    Three of the Premier League's "big six" have new managers, the champions have a key injury issue and Tottenham and Chelsea are breaking transfer records - and that might mean a very open title race.
  30. 'Ready to write Chelsea story' - Lacroix makes £52m move

    Chelsea sign France World Cup defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52m.
  31. The phone call that made Briton an NFL trailblazer

    Seydou Traore is the first graduate of the UK-based NFL Academy to be drafted in the NFL. This is how he beat the odds.
  32. De Zerbi wants to convince Spence to stay at Spurs

    Tottenham manager Roberto de Zerbi says he wants to convince England defender Djed Spence to stay at the club.