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  1. England's mayors to be given power to introduce tourist tax

    The government is expected to outline how local leaders will be able to impose levies on overnight stays.
  2. Iran war will not end until after November US elections, says Trump

    The president also said oil prices won't come down until after the November races, claiming without evidence that Iran wants to impact the election.
  3. Trump pledges $5,000 to every American - and other takeaways from Republican midterms convention

    He covered many of the subjects he has returned to time and again - with a few surprises thrown in.
  4. Migraines and acne among five more conditions pharmacists can treat

    Pharmacies in England will soon offer treatments for a total of 12 common conditions which save people going to their GP first.
  5. AI is becoming harder to control – can humans stay in charge?

    AI agents went on an uncontrolled hacking spree, leaving some in the industry worried
  6. 'My cancer spread while I waited months for surgery': The cost of England's cancer wait times

    Cancer care has got worse since the government announced plans to speed up waiting times and save more lives, BBC analysis shows.
  7. Land in limbo: BBC visits West Bank village in area earmarked by Israel for settlement

    BBC's Middle East Correspondent Lucy Williamson visits the Palestinian community of Khan al Ahmar in the so-called E1 area, and the neighbouring Israeli settlement of Maale Admumim.
  8. Russia outpacing Ukraine's air defences with daily use of new jet-powered drones

    The new models can travel at speeds of up to 300mph, faster than Ukraine's air defence interceptors.
  9. Prince William, Kane and Shearer in campaign to use sport to prevent suicide

    The prince's new project aims to use the reach of sport to raise awareness about suicide and to show people the help available in a crisis.
  10. Police launch criminal investigation into Reform UK donations

    The investigation, which follows a broadcast by Channel 4 News, is being folded into the inquiry that has been under way into other donations.
  11. August was joint hottest month on record, says European climate agency

    Climate change and the rising influence of El Niño saw August reach the record for warmest month.
  12. We spent £23,000 on fertility treatment - now our embryos will be destroyed

    Nat and Nik Fraser-Edwards want a change in the law so once an embryo has been made, a donor can't withdraw consent.
  13. The one thing you need to do to succeed - according to top bosses

    What makes someone stand out in a crowded workplace? Six business leaders tell us what they look for.
  14. Muted US response to UK's West Bank sanctions may reflect simmering frustration

    The UK accuses Israel's government of turning a blind eye to the "ethnic cleansing" of Palestinians by settlers.
  15. Should you sync your workouts to your period?

    Menstrual cycles are highly individual, making blanket advice found on social media difficult to apply, researchers say.
  16. The Papers: 'Farage faces Met inquiry' and 'Ready for departure?'

    Thursday's front pages are dominated by a police investigation into Reform UK and UK airport chaos.
  17. American football is coming to Australia - can it succeed?

    The LA Rams will face the San Francisco 49ers in the first regular season American football game to be played Down Under.
  18. Inside Thailand's school shooter drills following recent attacks

    Police say they hope the drill will help prepare students, as concern grows over the increase in school shootings in South East Asia.
  19. UK needs new laws for AI in healthcare, says watchdog

    The technology will soon be routinely used within the NHS, MHRA chief Lawrence Tallon tells the BBC.
  20. Crowd gathers after Pakistani cricket team mistaken for migrants

    People gather at a hotel as Pakistan's under-16 cricket team are wrongly identified as migrants.
  21. Funeral for second officer killed in A66 crash to be held

    PC Tom Clough's family say they are grateful for the public's support.
  22. 'He's massive!' Meet Hugo, the world's tallest horse

    Hugo the shire horse enters the record books as the world's tallest living horse.
  23. Air traffic failure was avoidable, says transport secretary

    Heidi Alexander orders an investigation into the glitch that caused more than 2,000 flight cancellations.
  24. BBC drops Drag Race UK after eight series

    Future series will no longer be broadcast on BBC Three as the show moves to a streaming platform owned by its production company.
  25. Chaplain settles LGBT sermon unfair dismissal case

    Rev Bernard Randall reaches a confidential agreement with Trent College.
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  27. Is This The Biggest Row Between Israel And The UK?

    What counter-measures has Israel taken against the UK?
  28. Americanswers… on 5 Live! Why is Lindsay Clancy’s mistrial dividing America?

    And will Trump succeed in limiting mail-in voting before the midterms?
  29. Why Dolly Parton meant so much to so many around the world

    Dolly Parton's death sparked an huge outpouring of love - why did she mean so much?
  30. A vivid account of WHAM!'s legendary 1985 tour in China

    Making pop history. Priceless footage tells the true story of a real 80s culture shock
  31. Arsenal are passing every test - and Odegaard is in form of his life

    Another Arsenal win, another Martin Odegaard goal - the Gunners captain looks back to his best, writes Phil McNulty.
  32. Liverpool will reward Mac Allister if he lets his football do talking

    After saying he was "very sad" at the lack of a contract offer from Liverpool, Alexis Mac Allister proved his worth against Atletico Madrid.
  33. 'It started as a joke, a fantasy' - F1 heads to football-obsessed Madrid

    After F1’s explosion in popularity away from its European heartland the sport is coming home. Why Madrid? Because it is beautiful… and has a very big expo centre on the outskirts.
  34. Gauff saves match points to set up Rybakina semi-final

    Coco Gauff saves two match points to beat Mirra Andreeva and set up a US Open semi-final against incoming world number one Elena Rybakina.
  35. Star subs rescue Chelsea as Alonso 'takes blame'

    Chelsea get the better of Leeds in a cup thriller, but Blues boss Xabi Alonso has food for thought after needing rescue act from his star substitutes.
  36. Liverpool come from behind to beat Atletico Madrid

    Alexis Mac Allister scores an emphatic winner as Liverpool began their Champions League campaign with a win over Atletico Madrid at Anfield.
  37. What next for LIV Golf's star players, and its fight for survival?

    Golf's main tours are expecting a lot of interest in rejoining from LIV golfers – but the path back might not be so easy.