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  1. PPE failures left NHS staff poorly protected and wasted £10bn, Covid inquiry finds

    Healthcare staff were unable to properly protect themselves, or those in their care, from dangerous infections, says the latest inquiry report.
  2. Scott Mills was highest-paid BBC star before sacking

    The former Radio 2 breakfast host earned about £745,000 from the BBC in the last financial year.
  3. Wildfires burn in parts of UK as fire chiefs warn of extreme pressure

    Major incidents were declared in North Wales and in Glossop, Derbyshire in the Peak District on Sunday.
  4. MPs expected to approve long-delayed 'Hillsborough Law'

    The legislation has returned to the Commons in Sir Keir Starmer's final days as prime minister.
  5. 'If we die, we die together': Wife of man nearly sucked out of Ryanair plane speaks of ordeal

    Svetlana Grković told Serbian media that her husband is "seriously injured and in shock".
  6. Government failing Farage over security, says Jenrick

    It comes as the police investigation into Ann Widdecombe's death sparks renewed debate over politicians' security.
  7. Man who staged wife's suicide jailed for murder

    The couple's daughter tells the court her father is a "jealous, conniving, narcissistic villain".
  8. Who will win the World Cup? The view from the semi-finalists' countries

    BBC Sport speaks to journalists and fans from the World Cup's four semi-finalists to see who they think will win the tournament.
  9. Families of RAF Chinook crash victims ask court to allow case to proceed

    In 1994, a Chinook helicopter carrying 25 passengers and four crew crashed in the Mull of Kintyre in Scotland, killing all of those on board.
  10. South East Water must pay £30.5m for supply failures

    Regulator Ofwat confirms this penalty follows three investigations into the water company.
  11. He walked for 47% of the World Cup - the evolution of Messi

    Lionel Messi is looking to beat England and reach a third World Cup final with Argentina. Guillem Balague looks at the evolution of one of the game's all-time greats.
  12. Increased security for England and Argentina tie

    Authorities say there will be increased security measures in place for Wednesday's World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina in Atlanta.
  13. 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.
  14. What we learned from the Covid inquiry PPE report

    What went wrong with the government's planning and buying of vital items like gloves and gowns that cost taxpayers billions of pounds.
  15. 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.
  16. BBC pay 2025-2026: The full list of star salaries

    Scott Mills and Greg James top the list of the best-paid BBC presenters in the last financial year.
  17. The mysterious 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.
  18. I hunted the men who secretly film their wives and share footage online

    What disturbed Jess the most was men sharing footage of wives, girlfriends and loved ones.
  19. How an app helps millions make healthy food purchases

    Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet?
  20. Fanfare and flyovers as France celebrates Bastille Day

    Soldiers from the 'Coalition of the Willing' and Ukraine took centre stage in the parade through Paris.
  21. Bedford train crash driver died from traumatic injuries

    An inquest hears Shaun Burton died in the collision in which 102 people needed hospital treatment.
  22. Family 'heartbroken' over parents' wildfire deaths

    Pete and Fran Gillam are confirmed dead by their family, who live in Sheffield.
  23. Diamond giant De Beers halts work at flagship South African mine as demand plummets

    Production will stop for two years at the mine which employs more than 4,000 people.
  24. Free school meal pupils falling further behind their peers, report warns

    The Education Policy Institute says the new prime minister should target the issue with "laser-like focus".
  25. 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.
  26. Dad who died helping two children in sea named

    A dad who died alongside another man on Sunday is named locally as Wayne Taylor.
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  28. Counter Terrorism Police Investigating Ann Widdecombe Death

    Counter terrorism police takeover the investigation into Ann Widdecombe’s death.
  29. 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
  30. What's next at Liverpool for Argentina's proven winner Mac Allister?

    After a poor season at Liverpool, Alexis Mac Allister is back thriving for Argentina - so what does his future look like at Anfield?
  31. American Elfath to referee England v Argentina

    Fifa announce American referee Ismail Elfath will take charge of England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina.
  32. Walked for 47% of the World Cup - the evolution of Messi

    Lionel Messi is looking to beat England and reach a third World Cup final with Argentina. Guillem Balague looks at the evolution of one of the game's all-time greats.
  33. 'I didn't think I'd live to this age' - Howard's inspiring journey to The Open

    BBC Sport NI speaks to Irish golfer David Howard, who discusses being diagnosed with cystic fibrosis aged seven and qualifying for The Open at Royal Birkdale.
  34. Darlow joins Man Utd after Leeds exit

    Manchester United sign veteran goalkeeper Karl Darlow after his contract expires at Leeds.