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  1. UK growth forecast upgraded but energy prices and rates to hit in 2027

    The prediction from the IMF comes as final preparations are being made for the first Budget under Prime Minister Andy Burnham.
  2. Chris Mason: Why the prime minister wants to talk about Brexit again

    For the first time since the UK left the EU, we have a prime minister who will "unflinchingly" debate Brexit, says the BBC's political editor Chris Mason.
  3. Hundreds more prisoners to be freed in second phase of early release scheme

    Second tranche of prisoners will include those serving up to two and a half years for crimes.
  4. Breaking Bad actor RJ Mitte dies aged 34

    Mitte, who lived with cerebral palsy, starred as Walter White Jr in the Emmy-winning drama series.
  5. Publicly owned rail is popular. But is it making the trains run on time?

    Meeting travellers' expectations could be challenging, experts warn.
  6. Russia's offensive ability is broken, Kyiv's former top general tells BBC

    In his first interview since being forced from his post, Gen Syrskyi speaks about Ukraine's future in the war.
  7. Emergency calls from botched Christa Pike execution released to US media

    A series of calls, obtained by the Associated Press, reveal emergency services were delayed in reaching Pike.
  8. One dead and several hurt after rollercoaster incident at US amusement park

    Aerial footage at the park after the incident shows a stuck rollercoaster with riders being helped off.
  9. Heating oil customers face tough winter despite shake-up promise

    Heating oil customers facing soaring bills are promised better regulation of the sector by the government.
  10. Abramovich's close associate misled UK court in £1bn oil-fields case, documents suggest

    Former Chelsea FC director, Eugene Tenenbaum, helped to manage the oligarch’s wealth.
  11. NHS staff get 'landmark' payout over nitrous oxide exposure

    The settlement follows the largest group legal action brought by midwives in the UK, says union.
  12. Government expands police support to political figures who are not MPs

    Shabana Mahmood says there is "insufficient protection" for those who play a role in public life.
  13. I lost my hair to MS treatment - now my wigs are worn by Naomi Campbell and Serena Williams

    Antonia Okonma Shittu's wig business was launched after a shock diagnosis, and she now wants to help other women feel their best.
  14. Watch: BBC's Orla Guerin travels with Yemen's southern national security forces

    Orla Guerin travelled through Yemen, with forces loyal to its internationally recognised government, to a remote desert battlefield where Houthi rebels were dislodged just days ago.
  15. I earn £120,000 a year making social media videos go viral

    Social media "clippers" make short, vertical videos that appear on the likes of Instagram and TikTok.
  16. Where the US midterm elections will be won and lost

    An in-depth look at the key polling, races and issues ahead of an election that will define Trump’s final two years as president.
  17. Death threats and isolation - the cost of fighting sexual violence in Iraq

    Women say they share stories of abuse to highlight the issue, despite social pressure and safety fears.
  18. The Papers: 'Burnham ready to sign new EU deal' and 'Hand of Gord'

    Many of today's papers cover the PM's comments on Brexit and the Daily Star writes of an alleged exorcism.
  19. Analysis: Trump's global headaches worsen weeks before crucial elections

    As election day looms, the president turns his eyes overseas for help with a pressing domestic problem.
  20. US actress Selma Blair accused of assault after incident with flight attendants

    The Legally Blonde star is investigated by the FBI following an alleged altercation on a flight from LA to New York.
  21. Britain won't tolerate threats on our soil, Miliband says as he summons Iran ambassador

    The prime minister says Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard "almost certainly" directed the RAF Fairford incident.
  22. Watch: US man eyes pumpkin world record after fifth contest win

    Horticulture teacher Travis Gienger hauled his pumpkin from Minnesota to Half Moon Bay, California where he won the annual event.
  23. BBC shelves plans for new Archers studio as part of cost-cutting

    The drama has been recording in Birmingham for 75 years, making it the world's longest running soap opera.
  24. Military police prevented from following evidence in SAS murder probe, inquiry hears

    Military police investigator tells an inquiry that the probe into suspected murders was "dictated" from above.
  25. Jordan 'Last Dance' jersey sells for record £10.6m

    A Michael Jordan jersey from his 'Last Dance' season sells for $14m (£10.6m), a record for a piece of basketball memorabilia.
  26. Saudi minister vows 'serious response' to Houthi attacks on airports

    It comes after the armed group hit Riyadh's international airport and another facility, killing 13 people, in a significant escalation.
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  28. Back in the big time - Coventry end 25-year wait for top-flight home win

    Coventry climb out of the relegation zone after ending their 25-year wait for a top-flight goal and victory in front of their own fans.
  29. Is Man Utd's Fernandes issue a symptom or reason for their form?

    Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes is yet to reach the highs of last season - is it because of his side's poor start or the reason for it?
  30. South Africa attempt to deny Australia on final day - Test scorecard

    Latest scorecard from the first Test between South Africa and Australia in Durban.
  31. Saracens sack academy player Auvaa after latest incident

    Saracens sack Totoa Auvaa, the academy player who was involved in a nightclub incident with England cricketers Ben Stokes and Gus Atkinson, after another incident.
  32. Lewis left out for England's Rugby League World Cup opener

    Harry Smith is named alongside captain George Williams in the England half-back roles for their 2026 Rugby League World Cup opening match against Tonga - with Mikey Lewis left out.
  33. Does Norris-Piastri crash show 'papaya rules' failing? - F1 Q&A

    BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Singapore Grand Prix.
  34. An insurance policy with no guarantee - the complex issue of egg-freezing in sport

    BBC Sport examines the potential benefits, risks and unanswered questions facing female athletes about egg-freezing.