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  1. More UK troops to be sent to Middle East, defence secretary announces

    The UK government announces further air defence systems will be sent to countries in the region along with troops to operate them.
  2. Man charged after seven people hit by car in Derby

    The pedestrians were seriously injured when they were hit by a black Suzuki Swift on Saturday night.
  3. Weight-loss jabs will be offered on NHS for people at risk of further heart attacks

    More than a million people in England will start being offered the anti-obesity jab for better heart health and to avoid strokes.
  4. What it's like to be on Florida's Space Coast ahead of Artemis launch

    Huge crowds are gathering around the Kennedy Space Centre to see the launch of the historic moon mission.
  5. Teenage boy at centre of Scott Mills sexual offences investigation was under 16, police say

    The case was dropped in 2019 after the CPS deemed there was insufficient evidence to bring charges, police say.
  6. UK and France extend talks over new small boats deal

    A three-year deal to pay for more French patrols to intercept smuggling gangs was due to expire at midnight.
  7. Prince Harry's latest feud with the press is over (for now). Here are seven key takeaways

    As the case draws to a close, we look back at the toughest newspaper court battle yet.
  8. Minimum wage rises to £12.71 an hour

    Many businesses have said they will have to pass higher wage costs onto customers.
  9. Woods to 'step away and seek treatment' after crash

    Tiger Woods says he is "stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health" following an arrest after a car crash.
  10. British billionaire to donate £190m to Cambridge University

    Hedge fund founder Chris Rokos said he wanted to "give something back" to the UK with the donation.
  11. 'A million things could go wrong' - why seizing Iran's uranium would be so risky for the US

    Seizing the stockpile would be one of the "most complicated special operations in history", a former defence official tells the BBC.
  12. Oil nears highest price since start of Iran war

    The US-Israel Iran war has halted almost all traffic in a key waterway and the price Brent crude has surged.
  13. Asia's migrant workers debate if Gulf jobs are worth deadly risk of Iran war

    Iran's strikes on Gulf states have been especially hard for migrants who have long supported these economies to lift their families back home from poverty.
  14. 'You're no longer my sister' - rows erupt as war divides Iranian families

    People in Iran describe angry scenes and tense relationships as rifts open up over the war.
  15. Hegseth calls on US allies to 'step up' over Strait of Hormuz

    The defence secretary's comments came after US President Donald Trump told other nations to "go get your own oil".
  16. Diplomatic challenges facing King on US visit

    King Charles will be expected to improve UK and US relations on his state visit next month.
  17. From water to council tax: How the bill rises (and one drop) affect you

    A string of bill increases have taken effect but minimum wage and benefit rises will help some to pay them.
  18. Who could replace Scott Mills as Radio 2's Breakfast Show host?

    Vernon Kay, Claudia Winkleman, Greg James and Rylan Clark are among the names suggested to replace Scott Mills.
  19. My daughter has childhood dementia and may not live past 16

    Diagnosed just before her fourth birthday, Sophia, now 15, can no longer speak and cannot walk unaided.
  20. The fallout and key questions from the IOC's biological female decision

    Sports editor Dan Roan analyses the key questions after the IOC announced women's sport categories would only be open to biological females.
  21. How English-only condolences undid one of Canada's top CEOs

    The episode is the latest reminder of the complicated politics around language and identity in Canada.
  22. When is Nasa's Moon mission launch and what will Artemis do?

    The first crewed Moon mission in 50 years could launch in April, ahead of a future lunar landing.
  23. The personal items the crew are taking with them

    The crew, who are accomplished pilots, engineers and scientists, reveal their hopes, fears and family sacrifices.
  24. Trump sees 'America First' opportunity in going to the Moon

    A competitive edge with China and a possible lunar gold rush are twin goals behind Artemis II, experts tell the BBC.
  25. Next stop, Mars? Why Nasa's mission matters

    From a race with China to lunar discoveries, the US is investing time, effort and money to head to the Moon - and beyond.
  26. US journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Baghdad

    The US state department says a suspect in her abduction has ties to an Iran-backed militia group, Kataib Hezbollah.
  27. Amateur rapper whose XL bully killed his mother-in-law jailed for 10 years

    Ashley Warren, who was the first person charged under new XL bully legislation, is sentenced.
  28. Judge temporarily halts construction of Trump's White House ballroom

    The Republican-appointed judge ruled that Trump was a "steward" of the White House, not the owner.
  29. Taylor Swift pays homage to Elizabeth Taylor with surprise music video

    The star's new music video compiles clips from Elizabeth Taylor's movies and public appearances.
  30. 'Respectful' BBC drama on murder of Sarah Everard to air

    Everard, 33, was raped and killed by serving Metropolitan Police officer Wayne Couzens in London in 2021.
  31. Labour suspends outspoken backbench MP Karl Turner

    The Hull East MP says he was suspended because of his "robust" criticism of the government's policy on jury trials.
  32. Italian Christmas meal tragedy turns into murder inquiry

    Tests results suggest the two women may have been killed with ricin, according to Italian media, but police still do not have a suspect.
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  34. Can the King bring Trump back on side?

    King state visit to US to go ahead, despite more Trump criticism of UK.
  35. Why does Trump want to take Iran’s Kharg Island?

    The president has threatened to escalate the war if a deal is not “shortly reached”
  36. Tense psychological thriller with Al Pacino and Robin Williams

    Directed by Christopher Nolan, the film follows a veteran detective investigating a murder in Alaska
  37. Woods to 'step away and seek treatment' after crash

    Tiger Woods says he is "stepping away for a period of time to seek treatment and focus on my health" following an arrest after a car crash.
  38. Failed experiment as England get grim glimpse of life without Kane

    England's World Cup hopes rest on captain Harry Kane after a grim taste of life without him in the defeat against Japan at Wembley, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
  39. Tottenham Supporters' Trust says it cannot support De Zerbi appointment

    Opposition to the appointment of new manager Roberto de Zerbi is growing among official Tottenham fans' groups, because of the Italian's controversial support of Mason Greenwood.
  40. 'Scotland fans can fret - but they need to keep perspective too'

    There is a section of Scotland supporters who have taken to booing the head coach and the team. With a World Cup coming, they need to keep perspective, writes Tom English.
  41. Angry Wales boss Bellamy shows his new old self

    Craig Bellamy showed his fiery temper for the first time as Wales boss in their Northern Ireland draw - a rage that was evident during his playing days.
  42. Three top-20 teams played, no wins. Should Tuchel be concerned?

    England have not beaten a side ranked in the top 20 under Tuchel and head into the World Cup with questions about their performance.