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  1. Starmer quits as Labour leader and paves way for contest for new prime minister

    Sir Keir delivered a statement to announce his planned departure from Downing Street.
  2. Chris Mason: Questions multiply for the man tipped to replace Starmer

    Andy Burnham will have to set out his stall to show how he will deliver on his promises, the BBC's political editor writes.
  3. UK set for hottest June day on record as searing heat continues

    Heatwave conditions intensify across parts of England and Wales as the Met Office issues a rare red warning for extreme heat.
  4. Can you refuse to work or send your kids to school during a heatwave?

    As temperatures increase significantly over the next few days, these are your rights.
  5. Man charged with terrorism-linked attempted murders after alleged anti-Muslim attacks in Edinburgh

    Lewis Hawkes appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court following alleged anti-Muslim attacks in the city on Friday evening.
  6. Donaldson's first night in prison as downfall shakes NI politics

    Donaldson has been told to expect a "lengthy sentence" for a string of child sex crimes, including rape.
  7. Peter Murrell to be sentenced for embezzling SNP funds

    The former party chief executive has admitted embezzling more than £400,000 over a 12-year period.
  8. US eases oil sanctions as Iran denies Vance claim on nuclear inspectors

    Iran's foreign ministry says it made "no new commitments" on nuclear inspections after talks in Switzerland.
  9. Fears 1,000 LGBT veterans could miss gay ban compensation deadline

    Charities are urging any veterans who haven't yet registered for the scheme to come forward.
  10. First drug to delay onset of type 1 diabetes made available on NHS

    The immunotherpay can give children and adults three extra years before they need to use insulin.
  11. Millions of iCloud users could claim share of £3bn after Apple case given UK green light

    Apple rejected the suggestion its practices are anti-competitive, saying many customers rely on third-party alternatives.
  12. What does Trump want from a new UK prime minister?

    The US president was once considered to have a close friendship with Keir Starmer, but that quickly fell apart with the war in Iran.
  13. Watch: A day of big changes and mixed emotions for Labour

    Andy Burnham is sworn in as MP for Makerfield hours after Keir Starmer announces his resignation as Labour Party leader.
  14. Why did Starmer resign and what could happen next?

    The Labour leader says he will remain prime minister until his successor is chosen.
  15. Who is Andy Burnham? Ex-Manchester mayor who wants to lead the country

    The outgoing Greater Manchester mayor is lining up a third attempt to be Labour leader following his return to Westminster.
  16. Is watching England in the World Cup bad for your health?

    Watching football is an emotional rollercoaster - but is it good or bad for your health?
  17. From retirement to records - another immortal Messi moment

    Ten years after announcing he was quitting international football, Lionel Messi is still breaking records for reigning World Cup champions Argentina.
  18. How England's Madueke went from rejection by club fans to World Cup starter

    Noni Madueke has gone from fans protesting against him signing for Arsenal to England World Cup starter. BBC Sport look at his rollercoaster season.
  19. Iran leaves note about peace in dressing room after Belgium draw

    Iran leave a message saying "may peace, respect and friendship prevail among all nations" following their World Cup group game with Belgium.
  20. How 100 Romanian hospitals switched to pen and paper to defeat a national cyber-attack

    For four days, dozens of Romanian hospitals went offline, as cyber-experts sought to defeat the hackers.
  21. How four weeks in court unravelled 'sinful and deceitful' Jeffrey Donaldson

    The former DUP leader entered calm court on day one calm and relaxed, but by the end he was alone as the jury found him guilty on 18 child sex abuse charges.
  22. The Papers: 'Keir's tears... Andy's crown' and 'Messiah without a mandate'

    Sir Keir Starmer's resignation and Andy Burnham's "coronation" lead Tuesday's papers.
  23. A decade on from Brexit, the new PM has big calls to make on Europe

    A decade on from Brexit, the EU is more cohesive than many expected, but faces growing pressure from within.
  24. How to get a good night's sleep during hot weather

    Simple tips to help you get a good night's sleep when temperatures rise.
  25. Eight in critical condition after train crash

    Over 100 needed hospital treatment as the transport secretary urges people not to speculate on the cause.
  26. Puberty blocker trial will help reduce harm, says Cass report author

    Dr Hilary Cass says she is "absolutely convinced that more children will be harmed if we don't do the trial than if we do."
  27. Clive Davis, music mogul behind Whitney Houston and Bruce Springsteen, dies aged 94

    The record company executive also worked with Billy Joel, Pink Floyd, Alicia Keys and Aerosmith.
  28. With no laws on heat in schools, are pupils and teachers at risk?

    Some pupils and teachers have passed out in sweltering heat, the BBC is told.
  29. Myanmar army killed over 700 civilians in six months, UN says

    The new UN report says the 702 civilian deaths over six months last year included 153 children.
  30. Dog owner claims groomer sliced pet's nipple and superglued it back together

    Tegan Williams says she was upset when her dog returned from her regular groomer with injuries.
  31. Twins marry twins in joyous Nigerian joint wedding

    Brothers Taiwo and Kehinde Oguntoye speak to the BBC after getting hitched to twin sisters.
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  33. Keir Starmer Resigns as Prime Minister

    Keir Starmer resigns as PM, and Andy Burnham confirms he will run to replace him.
  34. Jill Biden reveals how she really felt about Joe Biden’s health whilst he was president

    And Trump wants to give America’s top legal job to his former personal lawyer
  35. From retirement to records - another immortal Messi moment

    Ten years after announcing he was quitting international football, Lionel Messi is still breaking records for reigning World Cup champions Argentina.
  36. All the angles of Messi's record-breaking goal

    Watch all the angles of Lionel Messi's record-breaking opening goal against Austria in Argentina's 2-0 victory.
  37. Ex-Wimbledon champion Vondrousova given four-year ban

    Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova is banned for four years for refusing an anti-doping test in December 2025.
  38. Man City close in on appointing Maresca as manager

    Manchester City are closing in on the appointment of Enzo Maresca to succeed Pep Guardiola as manager.