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  1. Burnham pulls back on suggestion to increase income tax allowance

    The new prime minister previously said voters were frustrated over the freeze in tax-free personal allowance.
  2. Zelensky sacks Ukraine's top army commander after days of protests

    Oleksandr Syrskyi is dismissed after backlash over the removal of popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov.
  3. Ann Widdecombe was hit on head 21 times with hammer, prosecutors say

    Joshua Kerry, 28, attacked Widdecombe while she was eating lunch at her home in Devon before stealing her wallet, prosecutors say.
  4. Iran war has cost US $37.5bn so far, Hegseth says, as Pentagon seeks billions more

    The hearing was disrupted by protests and a shouting match as Hegseth testified at a pivotal time in the war.
  5. More young women in their 20s are getting type 2 diabetes

    England is seeing "a worrying increase" in women in their 20s developing type 2 diabetes, say experts. Here's what to look out for.
  6. 'I can't afford to turn the oven on': 7.4m households struggling to buy essentials

    As Andy Burnham promises “breathing space” for households, millions are unable to buy items such as clothing, heating and food.
  7. UK humanitarian worker monitored for Ebola in London hospital

    The health worker was evacuated to the UK from the DR Congo after being potentially exposed to the virus.
  8. Judge rules Trump must hand over records sought by BBC in defamation case

    The judge grants a motion to compel the release of files held by the Donald J Trump Revocable Trust.
  9. Great Apes kiss and cuddle to keep the peace, says study

    Hugging before stressful events may be an ancient way of building trust, say scientists studying apes.
  10. Tokyo urges men to wear shorts to work, but some women say it's 'leg hair harassment'

    The Tokyo Metropolitan Government wants workers to ditch the suit and tie for t-shirts, trainers - and shorts.
  11. 'Play music loud to remember Ozzy' says Sharon on first anniversary of his death

    Sharon Osbourne shares with the BBC her memories and hopes for the future.
  12. Lebanese army says troops deploying in 'pilot zone' after Israeli withdrawal

    A US-brokered agreement should see Israeli troops pulling out of a small part of Lebanon occupied during their conflict with Hezbollah.
  13. Sackings, cabinet surprises and policies: Burnham's first 24 hours as PM

    The new prime minister enters Number 10 in a flurry of activity - but he is still facing calls for a snap election.
  14. Will AI help you do your job or replace you?

    Artificial Intelligence companies make vast claims about their tools replacing human labour - our charts show what's happening.
  15. I've got a motorway in my garden - it's my shelter in hot weather

    It was built over people's homes 60 years ago, but what's it like to live in the shadow of the M4?
  16. Why Iran is risking so much over the Strait of Hormuz

    None of the choices facing Iran’s leaders offer a clear path to victory, as the conflict with the US continues.
  17. 'Burnham's power play' and Widdecombe 'hit 21 times with a hammer'

    The papers are dominated by reports about the former MP's death and the prime minister's first full day in office.
  18. Why WhatsApp usernames could upset Somalia's anti-terror fight

    People will be able to chat without revealing their contact number once the new feature is rolled out.
  19. Brazil's Amazon sees sharp decline in size of area burned in 2025

    The amount of land burned in the world's largest rainforest was the smallest since MapBiomas records began in 1985.
  20. Chelsea sign Morgan Rogers for British record transfer fee of £117m

    Chelsea's £117m move for Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers is a genuine transfer window shock - so how did they do it and what does it mean for the rest of the squad?
  21. Carney looking at 'all options' as Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canada

    The duties mark a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours.
  22. Thames Water announces hosepipe ban for 10 million

    The water company said the three heatwaves contributed to the ban.
  23. Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 12, including family of six, medics say

    Firas al-Masri, his wife and their four children died in one attack, which the Israeli military says targeted a Hamas operative.
  24. Lindt's Easter chocolate sales fall after price hike

    The Swiss chocolate maker adjusts its strategy in response to weaker demand after its price rises.
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  26. Newscast

    Andy Burnham makes John Healey his chancellor as he assembles his cabinet.
  27. Who is the new PM?

    From Manchester mayor to prime minister; who is he and what does stand for?
  28. Chelsea sign £117m Rogers - what will he bring?

    Chelsea's £117m move for Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers is a genuine transfer window shock - so how did they do it and what does it mean for the rest of the squad?
  29. Bournemouth reject £64m bid from Chelsea for Scott

    Bournemouth reject a £64m bid from Chelsea for Alex Scot after the midfielder turns down a new contract amid growing Premier League interest.
  30. Littler throws nine-darter in superb Matchplay win

    World number one Luke Littler throws a thrilling nine-darter as he books his place in the quarter-finals of the World Matchplay with a 11-8 win over Nathan Aspinall.
  31. What can Hearts pick from debris of ongoing summer of hurt?

    There's crashing back to Earth with a bang, and there's whatever Hearts fans have been going through since 16 May.
  32. Iraola wants Mac Allister & Alisson to stay with Liverpool

    Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola wants midfielder Alexis Mac Allister and goalkeeper Alisson to remain at the club.
  33. Fernandez defends Argentina as Messi questions remain

    Midfielder Enzo Fernandez claims Argentina represented their nation "in the best possible way" in the World Cup.
  34. 'They want us gone' - Man Utd fans' fury over ticket ultimatum

    Fans tell BBC Sport that a crackdown on touting is affecting some of the club's most loyal fans.