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  1. Met chief accepts mistakes made over Simon Levy but defends investigation into murders

    Critics - including Labour MP Jess Phillips - have accused the Met of overlooking the first murder carried out by Levy.
  2. Once-in-a-generation solar eclipse wows millions in UK and Europe

    More than 95% of the Sun was covered by the Moon in Cornwall, while parts of Spain experienced the magic of a total eclipse.
  3. Watch: Moment 'surreal' solar eclipse witnessed in UK and Europe

    More than 90% of the Sun was covered by the Moon in the UK, while a full eclipse was visible in Spain and Iceland.
  4. UK defends seizing shadow fleet tanker after Putin threat

    The UK government says it is "disrupting and deterring shadow fleet vessels" in accordance with the law.
  5. Travis Kelce shares first details from his wedding to Taylor Swift: 'Best night of my life'

    In the comments, Kelce called Swift his "wife" for first time and said it was a "childhood dream" to wed at Madison Square Garden.
  6. UK economy grows but experts warn of challenging months ahead

    Hot weather and the men's football World Cup boosted the economy but the Iran war may weigh on growth
  7. More troops to be sent to West Bank village besieged by Israeli settlers

    Two Palestinian families in the village of Qusra say they have been trapped in their homes, with water and power cut off, since Sunday.
  8. Leading doctor rebukes NHS chiefs over transplant failings

    NHS Blood and Transplant's medical director says waiting lists for organ operations are unfair but leaders are not solving the issue.
  9. 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.
  10. Polls open in Clacton by-election

    Voters will choose between 34 candidates - the most to stand in any British parliamentary election.
  11. Results, appeals and resits - what to do if things 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.
  12. How to get the most out of clearing

    From listing potential outcomes to picking up the phone, these are some top tips for getting through clearing.
  13. 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.
  14. 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?
  15. Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine, Nobel Peace Prize winner tells BBC

    In an exclusive interview with the BBC’s Steve Rosenberg, Dmitry Muratov says the Kremlin leader can only "destroy Ukraine, not conquer it", with the war now in its fifth year.
  16. How can Nigerian singer Ayra Starr honour her roots as she goes global?

    The musician shares the personal stories behind her third album, and the time she teased a legend.
  17. Vultures are disappearing in Nigeria - but the 'Vulture King' is fighting to reverse the trend

    Some see them as sinister or hunt them for ritual use but these birds play a vital role in nature's cycle.
  18. 'If you're not conservative, don't come here': The town making missiles for Trump

    The president's approval numbers may be down, but in this Tennessee town, his support is as strong as ever.
  19. Six ways to keep your home and yourself cool in hot weather

    Six simple things you can do to help keep your house cool when temperatures rise.
  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. 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.
  22. 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.
  23. Scientists invent 'world's greenest party balloon'

    Imperial College London experts say standard party balloons can take years to break down.
  24. BTS star V reveals hearing loss battle during livestream

    The K-pop star says he has suffered hearing issues for over two years before revealing it publicly this week.
  25. Streets evacuated after massive fire destroys homes

    Residents have been evacuated after a large fire involving six homes in Caerphilly county.
  26. First 100% British chocolate bar made since 1932

    Master's student Maha Khan created the chocolate bar by harvesting and processing Reading-grown cocoa.
  27. 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.
  28. 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.
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  30. Andy Burnham's Emergency Cobra Meeting On Extreme Heat

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

    In Brazil and elsewhere, leaders raise concerns over alleged election meddling by the US.
  32. 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.
  33. Critical former referees add to culture of fear, says retiring Taylor

    Retiring Premier League referee Anthony Taylor says his decision to quit was partly due to the toxic debate around officials.
  34. Fearless Madjo, 17, ends eight-month wait with eye-catching Villa debut

    Teenage striker Brian Madjo scores on his Aston Villa debut in Uefa Super Cup defeat by Paris St-Germain to end eight-month wait for a chance to play in competitive games.
  35. Jones turns to geese to inspire Japan

    Before their second Test against Australia, Eddie Jones reveals an interesting method he uses to coach Japan - watching videos of geese fly in formation.
  36. Fulham leave pitch as Malaga take penalty into empty net

    Fulham's pre-season friendly against Malaga ends in chaotic fashion as the Premier League side leave the pitch before a penalty shootout.
  37. Only wins can stop curfew hokey-cokey for England's 'grown adults'

    England have scrapped their midnight curfew seven months after introducing it. Now, only wins will repair the reputational damage they have sustained, says Stephan Shemilt.