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  1. Major Russian grain export terminals hit in Ukraine Black Sea port attack

    Grain exports from both Russia and Ukraine are falling as both countries attack each other's shipping facilities and ports.
  2. Double killer and rapist given whole life sentence

    Simon Levy, from Tottenham, will spend the rest of his life in prison for the murder of two women and rape of a third.
  3. Burnham urges shops not to sell disposable BBQs over wildfire risks

    The PM wants the public to avoid using single-use grills during the current spell of extremely dry weather.
  4. Students wait for A-level, T-level and BTec results

    Another record number of students are expected to secure a place at their first choice of university.
  5. ICE plans to equip agents with gloves that can deliver electric shocks

    The US immigration agency is spending $20m on gloves that deliver a sharp electric shock intended to compel subjects to comply.
  6. Trump says White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt to leave post

    Leavitt will depart from her role to spend time with her young children and family, the president says.
  7. Jasper Carrott says family is 'so proud' of Lucy Davis after cancer diagnosis

    The actress, best known for playing Dawn in The Office, has revealed she has incurable breast cancer.
  8. River Danube's low water levels reveal remains of WWII soldiers and motorcycle

    A remarkably well-preserved motorcycle and identification tags were found alongside the bodies.
  9. Ann Widdecombe's loved ones gather for her funeral

    A requiem mass is held for the former MP at Buckfast Abbey in Devon, near her Dartmoor home.
  10. Israeli settlers besieging Palestinian families in West Bank village

    Israeli security forces have reportedly withdrawn and about a dozen settlers are said to remain at the site where two families have been besieged since Sunday.
  11. Eurovision Song Contest changes rules for countries at war

    Organisers say countries engaged in armed conflict will be automatically disqualified from hosting.
  12. First 100% British chocolate bar made since 1932

    Master's student Maha Khan created the chocolate bar by harvesting and processing Reading-grown cocoa.
  13. Lucy Davis urges women to check their breasts for cancer - here's how

    The actress from The Office TV series says her breast lump was tiny and not a 'lump' as such; rather a kind of hard spot.
  14. 'Rot in prison', relatives tell double murderer and rapist

    Simon Levy is jailed for life after murdering two women and raping another.
  15. These seaside apartments were a ghost city - then police say scammers moved in

    Malaysia's Forest City was pitched as "paradise" but last month police raided it over alleged scam operations.
  16. How affordable are Edinburgh's festivals?

    The city is no stranger to complaints about soaring prices during August - but are costs on the rise?
  17. Why is the women's 800m record so tough to break?

    The world record for the women's 800m is the longest standing in athletics. No-one has managed to break it for 43 years. Why is it such a tough task?
  18. Baby Shark boy set to make K-pop debut

    The boy from the most-watched YouTube video of all time is now 17 years old, and wants to be a K-pop star.
  19. Sun-tanned cauliflowers and knobbly spuds - the heatwave veg that's good to eat

    British shoppers should expect to see more wonky vegetables due to repeated heatwaves.
  20. Your heatwave tips on how to cope in extreme temperatures

    From what to wear to getting a restful night's sleep, you share your tips for beating the heat.
  21. 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.
  22. No air con? Here's how to get the most out of your electric fan

    Point it at your face? Use a bowl of ice? Open a window? Our experts separate fact from fiction.
  23. Why heatwaves hit women harder

    Experts are calling for better awareness of the heat-related risks to women and more targeted efforts to protect them.
  24. Members of Trump's cabinet remained on decoy plane, after president's quiet exit

    Trump boarded a different plane in Turkey during a Nato summit for security reasons involving Iran.
  25. New Forest wildfire continues as temperatures rise

    A crew of around 100 firefighters have been battling the wildfire since it began on Sunday 9 August.
  26. Ministers push ahead with housing asylum seekers on ex-military sites

    The government says former MoD sites are the best option despite protests from people living nearby.
  27. LA Lakers to be sold in record $12.5bn deal

    The Los Angeles Lakers is to be sold for a reported record $12.5bn - less than a year after Mark Walter took a majority stake in the NBA franchise.
  28. PM warned of Iran war impact on UK growth next year

    The conflict in the Middle East has pushed up oil and fuel prices, and also disrupted supply chains.
  29. I share concerns over Arday appointment, says Cambridge University head

    Vice-chancellor Deborah Prentice acknowledged the "anger and anxiety around this damaging and difficult case".
  30. Messi unsure he will play 'much longer' after father's death

    Lionel Messi says he is unsure how much longer he will continue playing football in an emotional tribute after his father's death.
  31. Results, appeals and resits - what to do if your A-levels don't go to plan

    Your full guide to A-level results day, including what to do if you are not happy with your grades.
  32. How to get the most out of university clearing on results day

    From listing potential outcomes to picking up the phone, these are some top tips for getting through clearing.
  33. Everything you need to know about university costs

    With rising tuition fees and living costs, do higher graduate earnings cover the cost of a degree?
  34. How do I apply for an apprenticeship and what will I get paid?

    Apprentices split their time between training and working - and are paid by their employer.
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  36. Andy Burnham's Emergency Cobra Meeting On Extreme Heat

    Prime Minister Andy Burnham chairs an emergency Cobra committee meeting.
  37. Is Trump trying to influence foreign elections?

    In Brazil and elsewhere, leaders raise concerns over alleged election meddling by the US.
  38. Shabaz Ali takes the 'billionaire debate' into the real world

    Shabaz Ali turns author to see if the internet's favourite villains deserve the hate.
  39. GB's Hudson-Smith wins historic 400m gold on home track

    Great Britain's Matthew Hudson-Smith makes history as the joint-most decorated man of all-time at European Championships by claiming 400m gold in Birmingham.
  40. Messi's most iconic moments as he ponders retirement

    As Lionel Messi considers his footballing future following the death of his father, BBC Sport looks back at some of his most iconic moments.
  41. What's happening with Lewis-Skelly's Arsenal future?

    Myles Lewis-Skelly's long-term future at Arsenal has been debated since he slipped down the pecking order last season - will he stay with the Gunners with interest reportedly shown elsewhere?
  42. Can Mourinho restore Real Madrid to former glory?

    Jose Mourinho is back at Real Madrid 13 years after leaving the club. But can the 63-year-old recapture the success of his first spell and deliver trophies at the Bernabeu? BBC Sport speaks to those who know Mourinho and Real Madrid best to assess whether his second stint can be a success.
  43. LA Lakers to be sold in record $12.5bn deal

    The Los Angeles Lakers is to be sold for a reported record $12.5bn - less than a year after Mark Walter took a majority stake in the NBA franchise.