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  1. Child-rape sentence reignites scrutiny of UK high street mini-marts

    Rapist Bawan Harwe lured underage girls back to his flat with the promise of free vapes and cash.
  2. Weight-loss drug Wegovy to be available in pill form in UK for first time

    Manufacturer Novo Nordisk says a daily tablet of the drug could be more convenient for some people than weekly injections.
  3. El Niño under way and threatens weather extremes, scientists say

    An El Niño event has officially started, say US scientists, raising fears of extreme weather and higher temperatures.
  4. 'Mum was killing me': England's Declan Rice on sunburn for his World Cup photoshoot

    The Arsenal midfielder admits he was a touch pink in pre-tournament photos as players try to adjust to scorching conditions.
  5. The rise and rise of 'Meatball' McGinn

    John McGinn was a boy from Clydebank with a "big, round head" and bigger dreams. Scotland's World Cup opener marks a new high in a storybook career.
  6. Catch up on the World Cup without any spoilers

    It is a dilemma plenty of fans in the UK will have - and we are giving you the chance to follow the World Cup without spoilers.
  7. Find your local World Cup hero with our postcode lookup

    Which World Cup stars have roots near you? Find out with our interactive lookup tool
  8. Why defence funding deal offered to Healey wasn't enough to keep him

    The defence secretary was pressing the prime minister for a larger increase in defence spending than he was offered, the BBC understands.
  9. BBC tours UFC arena at White House

    White House reporter Bernd Debusmann gets a preview of the temporary structure that will host a UFC fight 14 June.
  10. Jilted bride who went ahead with wedding gets engaged

    Rather than cancel the £12,000 big day, Kayley Stead went ahead with it, posting videos and photos online.
  11. Three ships attacked by the US in three days: What we know

    Three tankers have been struck by the US military over the past three days, killing at least three people.
  12. 'I haven't left my house, I'm scared' says Mean Girls actor as Belfast shows cancelled over violence

    The Mean Girls musical's run in Belfast is cancelled following disorder in the city.
  13. Facing a seismic by-election, the people of Makerfield tell us what matters to them

    In conversations with residents, business owners and campaigners in Makerfield, the BBC found a mixed mood.
  14. Mis-Teeq on reuniting, UK garage and Alesha Dixon's ad libs

    The noughties girl group are back for a reunion gig to celebrate the 25th anniversary of their debut album.
  15. Three jailed for violence at Henry Nowak police protest

    Disorder broke out in Southampton close to where the 18-year-old student was murdered.
  16. Asylum appeal backlog at record high, new figures show

    While the government has cut the backlog of cases waiting for a decision, the number of appeals has risen.
  17. Ryanair investigated over charging parents to sit with children

    The UK's competition regulator is investigating the airline over charges it imposes on parents to sit next to their child.
  18. Police officer, 19, dies from crash injuries

    Jess Turnbull "had so much to look forward to in her career and her life", the chief constable says.
  19. Air testing confirms 'no hazard exists' at Pentagon after lockdown incident

    The building's systems had detected an "air quality issue", a Pentagon spokesperson said, prompting a response from hazmat teams.
  20. 'Hidden house' farmer slams contempt conviction

    Helen Lowe was found in contempt of court for failing to remove a house she built inside a barn.
  21. Dani Dyer returns to Strictly a year after pulling out with broken ankle

    "Hopefully this time around I can actually make it to week one," the TV and social media star says.
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  23. The Secret Jungle Hospital

    Saving lives in a hidden hospital, rebels fighting against Myanmar's military.
  24. The Democrats fight back Trump-style in Maine… but have they messed up?

    New scandals and allegations emerge against Democrat Graham Platner in Maine
  25. Kevin Bridges asks if football still has beauty at its heart

    Kevin Bridges embarks on a journey to understand whether the beautiful game still exists.
  26. Fatigue? The World Cup players who have had toughest seasons

    BBC Sport examines which World Cup teams and players have played the most minutes since last summer, when the Club World Cup was kicking off in the United States.
  27. Key considers imposing alcohol ban on England team

    Director of cricket Rob Key is considering imposing an alcohol ban on the England team and has given no assurances Ben Stokes will remain Test captain.
  28. Artan to referee Uefa Super Cup after losing World Cup spot

    Somali referee Omar Artan is appointed to take charge of the Uefa Super Cup match between Paris St-Germain and Aston Villa later this summer after being denied a spot at the World Cup.
  29. 'You're not even the best player in your house' - the rise of 'Meatball' McGinn

    John McGinn was a boy from Clydebank with a "big, round head" and bigger dreams. Scotland's World Cup opener marks a new high in a storybook career.
  30. Man City second offer for Anderson worth £120m rejected

    Elliot Anderson would prefer a move to Manchester City over Manchester United should a deal be agreed with Nottingham Forest, but a second offer has been rejected.
  31. Vendee Globe winner Dalin dies aged 42

    French sailor Charlie Dalin has died aged 42 after a long battle with cancer, which he was going through during his record win in the most recent Vendee Globe race.
  32. Messi, Maradona or Pele? Ranking the top 10 World Cup legends

    Who are the biggest World Cup legends of all time? From Pele to Lionel Messi, we attempt to name the top 10.