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  1. Chris Mason: Jackdaw approved but tricky energy trade-offs remain

    Jackdaw and Rosebank are case studies in the slow motion awkwardness the UK has over energy.
  2. Lawyer caught by BBC offering to make illegal-worker fine go away

    Because of our investigation, the home secretary has ordered a review of how fines are issued and collected.
  3. Watch: 'We don't pay' - lawyer advises how to avoid £45,000 illegal-worker fine

    Mohammad Alias Yousaf made his claim to an undercover reporter posing as a mini-mart owner.
  4. The Aberfan disaster through the eyes of those who survived, 60 years on

    It is 60 years since one of Wales' darkest days, when a mining community changed forever.
  5. US envoy arrives in Russia ahead of meeting with Putin as Zelensky says intelligence sharing 'works now'

    Steve Witkoff is in St Petersburg to discuss proposals on ending Russia's years-long conflict with Ukraine.
  6. Why is Elon Musk plotting a mega-merger of SpaceX and Tesla?

    Musk says there's "a lot to be gained" by combining the firms in what would be the biggest merger in history.
  7. Where to spot brilliant colours after 'false autumn' spoils some leaf displays

    The UK's hottest summer on record has caused some trees to shed their leaves early, but experts say spectacular autumn colours could still be on the way.
  8. Katya Adler: France divided over who to blame for riots and what to learn from them

    In France and beyond there is widespread disagreement over what led to some of the worst unrest seen in French cities in modern history.
  9. Woman given cancer diagnosis by hospital employee who accessed her records

    Pippa Boardman says she lost "dignity and privacy" after she was told by an acquaintance she had cancer.
  10. I left state secrets on the train - I'm proof you can recover from the biggest mistake of your life

    Top civil servant Richard Jackson recounts that fateful day and how he recovered in the aftermath.
  11. What is happening with the Jackdaw and Rosebank gas and oil fields?

    The UK government has moved a step closer to making a decision on whether to approve further drilling.
  12. Sex, lies and police spies: The disputed story of the 'creepy' undercover officer

    Andrew Coles denies claims he deceived a young woman into sex while infiltrating an activist group.
  13. Lyse Doucet: Alberta's decisive decision to stay in Canada gives Carney backing to take on Trump

    The overwhelming vote by Alberta to stay in Canada gives Mark Carney political capital to focus on remaking the country's economy, writes the BBC's Lyse Doucet.
  14. Ali G is back. But is the character past its sell-by date?

    Borat and Bruno creator Sacha Baron Cohen returns as Ali G, more than two decades after the release of Ali G Indahouse.
  15. Watch: BBC inside Australian court as man charged with attacking MP stays silent in first hearing

    BBC's Katy Watson describes what unfolded in Wangaratta as 43-year-old Brendan Nugent appeared before court over the alleged attack of Helen Haines.
  16. The Papers: 'Burnham faces climate revolt' and 'Harry wants to fix feud'

    Several papers lead on remarks from the Duke of Sussex yesterday, where he said he hoped to reconcile with his family.
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  18. Giant tunnel proposed to clean up Windermere's sewage problem

    The plan would eliminate sewage spills into Windermere, blamed for turning the water green.
  19. King praises Oman's Strait of Hormuz peace efforts at glittering banquet

    The Sultan of Oman, leader of a Middle Eastern strategic partner, is welcomed to Windsor for a state visit.
  20. Schools should recognise antisemitism as distinct form of harm, review says

    The government is expected to accept all 27 recommendations made in the review by ex-Ofsted boss, Sir David Bell.
  21. Royal Family to visit Aberfan to mark 60 years since disaster

    King Charles III, Queen Camilla and Prince William will join survivors and bereaved parents.
  22. Tighter rules planned to protect people from cosmetic surgery that goes badly wrong

    There will be restrictions on who can carry out procedures and fines for those who flout the law, in England in 2027.
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  24. How a shattered village rose from unimaginable grief to demand justice

    A community’s powerful fight for justice after the tragedy of the Aberfan disaster.
  25. The night 'ruthless' Ngumoha came of age for Liverpool

    Rio Ngumoha produces a coming-of-age performance in Liverpool's comeback win over Villarreal, writes Aadam Patel.
  26. No jeopardy but loads of fun - Champions League sets new goals record

    It was goals galore again in the Champions League on Tuesday, with the competition setting a new record this season.
  27. No Haaland, no problem - can Foden be Man City's alternative goalscorer?

    Phil Foden's magnificent man-of-the-match display in Manchester City's Champions League win against AEK Athens serves as a reminder of his talent and ability to influence games.
  28. Sloppy England start winter with Pakistan defeat

    England begin their wandering winter with a sloppy loss to Pakistan in the one-day tri-series in Rawalpindi.
  29. Fabregas and Como prepare for historic Man Utd tie

    Serie A success story Como have gone from Serie A to the Champions League - now they are ready for a historic night against Manchester United.
  30. LeBron James' 76ers beat Knicks on NBA opening night

    LeBron James scores 14 points on debut for the Philadelphia 76ers as they defeat champions the New York Knicks on the opening night of the NBA season.
  31. Bavuma epic drags SA back into Test - do they have time to beat Australia?

    Captain Temba Bavuma drags South Africa back into their Test series against Australia but did his side bat on too long on day three?