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  1. Burnham orders review of grooming gang early releases

    The announcement of the review comes after the Tory leader raised concerns that child sex offenders could leave jail early.
  2. Calls for inquiry into Army training college for teenagers after reports of rape and abuse

    Four women told the BBC they were sexually assaulted and harassed while attending the Army Foundation College (AFC) at Harrogate in North Yorkshire.
  3. Majority of England's rivers and lakes fail new environmental review

    A comprehensive assessment of England's waterways is the first in six years and shows little improvement.
  4. Cambridge professor at centre of plagiarism row resigns

    Prof Jason Arday said he had "concluded that the only way to bring this chapter to an end is to step away".
  5. Ukraine hits two oil refineries deep in Russian territory

    Ukraine's president says the strikes aim to limit revenues Russia "used to finance" its war.
  6. Farmer jailed for lodger's 'body in barrel' murder

    Richard Dyson's body was not found until nearly six years after he disappeared in rural Barnsley.
  7. Meredith Kercher's sister criticises Amanda Knox's Edinburgh comedy show

    Stephanie Kercher asks Amanda Knox to think about Meredith's family ahead of staging a show in Edinburgh.
  8. US Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt over Covid hearing

    The committee will now refer him for potential prosecution following his refusal to answer questions during a hearing focused on his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic.
  9. Man charged with killing Scottish aid worker in Greece

    Sharif Ahmadzai, who is 26 and from Afghanistan, faces charges of homicide with intent, robbery and weapons offences.
  10. All schools in England to get pupil attendance targets, government says

    The BBC understands schools will not be penalised for missing targets, but they will be monitored.
  11. The 'education gap' hiding behind picture-perfect Cornwall and Devon

    Behind the South West's postcard image, poverty and isolation are limiting opportunities for many young people.
  12. In Odesa, no-one is safe from Russia's new Black Sea strikes

    Blackened ships and smashed docks mark Russia's recent surge of attacks on Ukraine's coastline.
  13. Shorts, strappy tops and sandals: What is acceptable to wear to work?

    Here's how to style for success while keeping your cool - and where you and your boss stand on your wardrobe.
  14. Half of vaccines are binned - 'fridge-free' versions could change that

    Scientists have kept vaccines stable at room temperature for a year, which could transform global vaccination.
  15. Why playing your phone out loud in public might become the new normal

    Playing music or videos out loud on your phone is bemoaned by many - but in the future, it might not seem so outlandish
  16. Sunshine to meal times: How to beat jet lag

    With bags packed and boarding passes at the ready, what can you do to keep your body clock on track?
  17. Are AI recruitment tools affecting women's careers?

    Are AI recruitment tools disadvantaging women who are seeking to return to the workplace?
  18. Car washes and vape shops can still sponsor skilled foreign workers despite visa changes

    The rules were tightened in July 2025 to restrict the scheme mostly to graduate-level employees who would be earning at least £41,700.
  19. Nadia Sawalha threatens ITV with legal action over Loose Women removal

    The TV panellist claims she has been treated unfairly due to her public support of Palestinian rights.
  20. Families' anger at jailed funeral boss's apology letter

    Robert Bush issues an open letter of apology to families affected by the Hull funeral scandal.
  21. Woman charged after four stabbed near Covent Garden

    A 47-year-old woman is charged following a stabbing in central London in which four men were injured.
  22. Iran says deal with Oman on Strait of Hormuz is in final stages

    Neither the US or Oman have commented on the proposed agreement on the vital waterway.
  23. Reform pledges to reward public for illegal working tip-offs

    The party says it would pay for information leading to successful action against employers breaking the law.
  24. NHS must plan for heatwaves like it does for winter, health secretary says

    The warning comes after the NHS sees a surge in patients and problems with equipment in high temperatures.
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  26. The Global Story: Who is to blame for the chaos on Spain’s border?

    Spain faces a backlash from Europe, while Trump warns of an ‘invasion’
  27. Which PM punched John Simpson?

    Plus… what did Andy Burnham's wife say about his leadership bid?
  28. Barcelona? Real Madrid? Man City's Rodri has a decision to make

    Midfielder Rodri may have a huge decision to make this summer on whether to join Real Madrid or Barcelona, should he decide to leave Manchester City.
  29. Hampshire and England bowler Turner retires aged 25

    Hampshire and England fast bowler John Turner retires from cricket aged 25 after more than a year out injured.
  30. Why Liverpool icon Salah has chosen Trabzonspor

    Why Mohamed Salah chose Trabzonspor over Saudi Arabia and MLS, and what the move means for him and Turkish football.
  31. England recall Pope & Lawrence for Pakistan Tests but Bethell out

    Surrey duo Ollie Pope and Dan Lawrence are recalled to the England squad for the first two Tests against Pakistan.
  32. Mark Hughes' son died of sudden adult death syndrome

    Alex Hughes was found collapsed at his home in Macclesfield, Cheshire, on 19 June by his two sons.
  33. Olympic champion curler Muirhead comes out of retirement

    Winter Olympic gold medallist Eve Muirhead revokes her retirement, saying being Team GB's chef de mission at this year's Games has inspired her to return to curling after four years away.