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  1. Royal Navy helicopter crash 'deeply worrying' time for families, says PM

    The Ministry of Defence says an investigation into the incident is under way.
  2. Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg as Putin's flagship economic forum opens

    Several long-range drones struck oil storage facilities near in the city, days before Vladimir Putin is due to address the event.
  3. US and Iran launch new strikes, as Kuwait says airport hit by Iranian drones

    Kuwait says one person is dead after drones hit civilian buildings including its international airport.
  4. Giorgio Locatelli replaces John Torode as co-host of Celebrity MasterChef

    The Italian restauranteur will join Grace Dent on the series, following Torode's exit last year.
  5. How a content creator tried to use a YouTube alibi to get away with murder

    Stephen McCullagh, 36, of Woodland Gardens in Lisburn, will serve at least 31 years in prison for the murder of his pregnant partner Natalie McNally.
  6. Three-quarters of workers not on track for 'moderate' pension income, report suggests

    A newly-published report suggests a moderate lifestyle in retirement costs £32,700 for one person and £45,400 for two.
  7. Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland app users hit by outage

    "We're aware some customers are having issues with our app and online banking. We're really sorry about this," Lloyds Bank posted on X.
  8. British soldier killed in Iraq training exercise was 'devoted family-man'

    Lance Corporal James Stewart Freeman, 29, died on Sunday during a joint training exercise in Erbil with the US
  9. The 18 creatures in the running to be on the new banknotes

    The Bank of England is asking the public which animals should appear on future banknotes.
  10. Police sent personal details to the wrong person, says alleged Al Fayed victim

    Joanna Brittan says notes about her alleged abuse were sent by the Met to another alleged victim in error.
  11. Key moments of police bodycam footage before Henry Nowak's death

    BBC Verify has analysed bodycam footage that was released by the police of Henry Nowak after being stabbed by Vickrum Digwa.
  12. How lifting weights could help you to live longer

    Regular weight training can help you keep fit and strengthen muscles to live longer, research suggests.
  13. Do you find yourself aimlessly scrolling? You're not alone

    A Virgin Media O2 report suggests an average of 36% of time spent on phones is without a clear purpose.
  14. We now know how Peter Murrell embezzled from the SNP - but not why

    Details revealed in court show the persistence, cynicism and devious tactics used by the former chief executive.
  15. Putin remains uncompromising on Ukraine, but is public discourse on war changing in Russia?

    Russia is intensifying attacks in Ukraine but more than four years of war are causing concern even among Putin loyalists.
  16. Sailors stressed and exhausted after months trapped by Strait of Hormuz blockade

    The uncertainty has weighed heavily on the 20,000 seafarers trapped in the Iran war zone.
  17. The anatomy of a Golden Boot winner - and who could win it in 2026

    A look at the common attributes of World Cup Golden Boot winners and the claims of the leading 2026 candidates examined.
  18. Martin Scorsese gets backlash after endorsing 'creatively freeing' AI

    AI can help directors "move faster without sacrificing quality or craft" in pre-production, he says.
  19. KSI tells Sidemen 'I'll always be here' after quitting YouTube group

    The social media star has addressed his fellow Sidemen after leaving the YouTube collective.
  20. Trump administration drops $1.8bn 'compensation fund'

    Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's announcement to abandon the fund comes amid pushback from top Republican lawmakers.
  21. Paralympic champion backs plans to fine airlines which fail disabled travellers

    The Paralympic champion said an airline staff member once asked her if she had "ever tried to walk".
  22. Celine Dion 'heartbroken' by death of Beauty and the Beast singer Peabo Bryson

    Bryson was best known as the voice behind Disney songs like A Whole New World and Beauty and the Beast.
  23. Alleged victim tells Donaldson trial she should have reported abuse claims earlier

    Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former DUP leader, is on trial for 18 sex abuse charges, including one count of rape, all of which he denies.
  24. US plans new tariffs on dozens of countries including UK, citing forced labour concerns

    It comes after the US Supreme Court struck down many of US President Donald Trump's previous duties in February.
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  26. Why Was Henry Nowak Handcuffed By Police As He Lay Dying?

    Starmer says he 'felt sick' watching footage of Henry Nowak's arrest.
  27. Does the US need new laws to protect elections?

    And, why does Donald Trump want to “nationalise” elections?
  28. The anatomy of a Golden Boot winner - and who could win it in 2026?

    A look at the common attributes of World Cup Golden Boot winners and the claims of the leading 2026 candidates examined.
  29. Scott poised to make England debut in World Cup friendlies

    Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott is poised to make his England debut in the forthcoming World Cup warm-up games in the United States.
  30. Leclerc agrees new long-term deal with Ferrari

    Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc agrees a new long-term deal ahead of this weekend's Monaco Grand Prix.
  31. Qualifier Chwalinska reaches semi-finals to continue dream French Open run

    Qualifier Maja Chwalinska continued her dream French Open run as she beats Anna Kalinskaya to reach her first Grand Slam semi-final.
  32. Man Utd agree £35m fee for Atalanta's Ederson

    Atalanta's Brazilian midfielder Ederson is set to become Michael Carrick's first signing after Manchester United agreed a £35m deal for the 26-year-old
  33. Back shaving & biggest posers - the Scotland squad in their own words

    John McGinn packed an European plug adaptor. Lyndon Dykes follows Ryan Christie around like a dog. Liam Kelly shaves Grant Hanley's back. Often.