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  1. Southport killer Axel Rudakubana appears to be manipulating the system, families' lawyer says

    On Thursday, Axel Rudakubana was moved from prison to a secure psychiatric hospital in Berkshire.
  2. Tens of thousands evacuated from French tourist spot as wildfires spread

    The fire has raged in the region for several days with officials now ordering the evacuation of the entire Cap Ferret peninsula.
  3. Angela Rayner rules out rent controls in England

    The housing secretary tells the BBC that the Renters Rights' Act is already having a significant impact on the market.
  4. Fifty women tell BBC they were pressured into having sex with strangers

    Women said their partners had pushed or coerced them into taking part in swinging.
  5. US hits dozens of countries with new wave of tariffs

    Imposed citing forced labour concerns, the levies replace a temporary global duty brought in after the US Supreme Court struck down tariffs in February.
  6. Hero swimmer helped two children during West Mersea beach tragedy

    Witnesses say the unnamed rescuer dived into the water three times to save the children.
  7. They became best friends – then discovered they were brother and sister

    Andrea Urmston knew she had a brother who had been adopted by another family, only to discover he was already her closest friend.
  8. Heat health alerts in effect for parts of UK as rain returns for some this weekend

    Highs of 30C are expected in the south on Friday before wet weather arrives for the weekend - although it is unlikely to be enough, as Ben Rich explains.
  9. PM to spend first day working from northern branch of No 10

    Various ministers are also set to work regularly from the northern branch of Downing Street.
  10. UK mortgage rates rise to highest level for a month

    Renewed tensions in the Middle East feed through to the costs faced by lenders, pushing up borrowing costs.
  11. This new bridge aimed to show US-Canada unity but instead stoked divisions

    A bridge linking Michigan to Ontario is about to open but Canada has disinvited US dignitaries from the ceremony.
  12. Influencer apologises for leaving bathtub on mountain

    Tom Christopher carried the tub up the mountain in flip flops, before bathing in it at the summit.
  13. Edinburgh's tourist tax is here - how much is it and who pays?

    The Scottish capital has become the first city in the country to introduce a charge for overnight stays.
  14. Using a bathroom 20 times a day - life in the middle of US cyclospora outbreak

    A historic cyclospora outbreak spreading across the US is causing havoc in pockets of Michigan, the hardest hit state.
  15. Watch: Are Trump's tariffs delivering on his objectives?

    The BBC's Samira Hussain explains how President Trump's tariffs affect US economy, who pays the price, and whether they're working.
  16. We split bills equally even when one of us earned a lot more

    Hannah and Max continued to pool finances after Max was made redundant but took "drastic measures" to cut spending.
  17. Decoding Charli XCX's new album, Music, Fashion, Film

    The star's new album strips away artifice to examine her life after the phenomenal success of Brat.
  18. Messiah or papering over cracks? Klopp must sway doubters in Germany rebuild

    Jurgen Klopp is a legend at his former clubs, but he will need to convince his critics if he is to succeed in his toughest managerial challenge yet.
  19. Weekly quiz: What creepy-crawly cuisine could land a Michelin-starred restaurateur in jail?

    How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
  20. Scientists find the secret of birdsong's 'spectacular diversity'

    A scientific study has revealed the acoustic secret that connects all birdsong - and it is surprisingly simple
  21. Novel analysis reveals playful side of Alan Turing

    Prof Sarah Dillon says the short story, Pryce's Buoy, offers fresh insights into the codebreaker.
  22. Families still search for bodies a month after Venezuela earthquakes

    Officials say the death toll has surpassed 5,300, though estimates of the number still missing could be as high as 50,000.
  23. Mathematicians win top prize after solving century-old problems

    This is the first time Chinese nationals have won the prestigious Fields Medal.
  24. Tech titan ordered to pay ex-wife $644m in divorce settlement

    The divorce, involving the chairman of one of South Korea's biggest companies, has gripped the nation.
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  26. Andy Burnham Pauses Prison Early Release Plan

    The Prime Minister orders an ‘urgent review’ into plan to release some prisoners early.
  27. The Global Story: Is the Iran war back on?

    The White House has asked Congress for billions more dollars in funding for the Iran war
  28. With great power comes great responsibility

    Swing into action, your epic Spider-Man rewatch starts here
  29. Klopp starts Germany reign by threatening to quit

    Jurgen Klopp starts his reign as Germany's head coach by threatening to quit if the media invades his family's privacy.
  30. Guardiola turns down Italy manager job

    Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola turns down the chance to coach Italy.
  31. Newcastle seal £34m move for Monaco's Bamba

    Newcastle United have signed Monaco midfielder Aladji Bamba for a fee which could rise to £34m.
  32. Chelsea agree deal to sign Palace defender Lacroix

    Chelsea agree deal to sign France defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace after two impressive seasons.
  33. The two days which could make or break Fury-AJ

    BBC Sport looks at how a proposed bout between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua hinges on a 24-hour-period between Friday and Saturday.
  34. What's working - and what's not - for WSL fans?

    BBC Sport spoke to fans of the Women's Super League and England Lionesses to learn about their experiences in the game and discuss what could be improved.