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  1. Police say no suggestion of political motive in Widdecombe killing after new arrest

    Police say they are not looking for anyone else after a 28-year-old man was arrested in Rotherham, South Yorkshire.
  2. At least 27 killed in Bangkok bar fire

    Firefighters arrived at the scene in the Chatuchak district to find patrons running through flames to escape.
  3. Thousands may have died in UK's exceptional May and June heatwaves

    An early estimate suggests more than 2,700 people will have died from heat-related causes during the UK's exceptionally hot weather in recent months.
  4. Burnham set for No 10: BBC correspondents on what Trump, Putin and others will make of him

    In the US, China, Europe, Russia and elsewhere, how is the UK's expected new prime minister regarded?
  5. British couple return to village at heart of deadly Spanish wildfire

    At least 13 people, including five believed to be Britons, were killed by Thursday's wildfire in Spain's Almeria province.
  6. UK heatwave to intensify again as it enters second week

    After a brief drop in temperature many areas will see heat and humidity build again this week
  7. Sinner holds off Zverev to defend Wimbledon title

    Jannik Sinner underlines why he is the world's best player by holding off Alexander Zverev to win back-to-back Wimbledon men's singles titles.
  8. Two men die trying to help children in sea

    Cleveland Police says the children are confirmed to be safe after being checked over in hospital.
  9. US insists Strait of Hormuz is open as it exchanges strikes with Iran

    Iranian forces earlier said the Strait was closed and launched wide-ranging attacks at US allies and bases in the region.
  10. Major incident declared in Wales as firefighters tackle wildfires across UK

    Residents near the Conwy fire have been evacuated, with at least 10 other fires across the UK this weekend.
  11. Anthony Zurcher: From Trump critic to ally, Lindsey Graham was a political survivor of the Maga era

    The senator's career was marked by a willingness to adapt to America's dramatically changing political climate, writes the BBC's North America correspondent.
  12. Arthur Fery invites Prince George and Princess Charlotte to play tennis

    The Princess of Wales congratulated Arthur Fery on his run to the semi-finals and wished him a happy birthday.
  13. What to expect in the semi-finals

    France face Spain and England take on Argentina in heavyweight World Cup semi-final meetings - here's what to expect from the last four.
  14. Tuchel wasn't happy with the performance. So why do England keep winning?

    Football tactics correspondent Umir Irfan examines why England are still winning games despite Thomas Tuchel insisting performances are not good.
  15. Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup

    Plans for a 64-team men's world cup are set to be picked up and assessed in detail after the 2026 tournament with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino saying football needs to be "for the whole world".
  16. 'Animals', Hand of God and Beckham: Argentina and England's World Cup rivalry

    As England and Argentina prepare to go head-to-head in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final, BBC Sport looks at their footballing rivalry.
  17. Why switching to save money is easier than you might think

    Changing your broadband or energy supplier, or even your bank, for a better deal is simpler than it used to be.
  18. New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain

    It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.
  19. The Chinese graduate accused of being Mexico's 'fentanyl king'

    Cartel members and ex-colleagues describe how Zhang Zhidong allegedly linked Chinese chemicals to Mexican drug labs.
  20. The Papers: Burnham's 'bumper Budget' and Widdecombe murder 'not political'

    A potential Budget and details about the suspect in the murder of Ann Widdecombe lead Monday's papers.
  21. 10 years of Pokémon Go and the millions still trying to catch 'em all

    Michael Steranka, vice president at the mobile game's owner Scopely, says it has always been about bringing people together.
  22. Starting uni? What to know about having the free NHS meningitis B jab

    It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year.
  23. Ann Widdecombe murder probe: What we know so far

    The former MP was found dead at her home in Haytor, Devon, on Thursday morning.
  24. Two men die trying to help children in sea

    Cleveland Police says the children are confirmed to be safe after being checked over in hospital.
  25. Badly burned British couple rescued from ravine during Spain wildfires, reports say

    The unnamed pair were found semi-conscious with 40% burns after being trapped by the blazes raging through Almeria province, local media reports.
  26. Bill for Hillsborough Law set to be approved by MPs

    The crush at the 1989 FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest left 97 fans dead.
  27. More than 100 firefighters respond to east London fire

    London Fire Brigade says a fire in Walthamstow has affected a house, gardens and a railway embankment.
  28. Antiques Roadshow expert Theo Burrell dies aged 39

    She was diagnosed with a glioblastoma, a highly aggressive brain tumour, in June 2022.
  29. US Senator Mitch McConnell says absence due to fall and pneumonia

    The veteran Republican says he will not return to work "quite yet", in his first statement following weeks of speculation about his health.
  30. Record 128 people cross Channel in one small boat

    The boat made the journey on Friday, when a total of 225 migrants made the crossing on three boats.
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  32. Does Andy Burnham Have A New Plan For Tax?

    And what will his premiership mean for your payslip?
  33. The battle for Charlie Kirk’s legacy

    Will young people still vote Republican after Kirk’s death?
  34. 'We have another level we can reach' - Kane defends frustrated Tuchel

    Captain Harry Kane says England "have another level we can reach" as they bid to win the World Cup for the first time since 1966.
  35. From shock loss to Wimbledon title - resilient Sinner rises back to top

    For a brief moment after his shock French Open loss, Jannik Sinner appeared vulnerable. He answered the critics by storming to a second Wimbledon title.
  36. England want new coach before Pakistan, but who could it be?

    England will consider between six and 10 names as they look to replace Brendon McCullum as Test head coach, says ECB chief executive Richard Gould.
  37. Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup

    Plans for a 64-team men's world cup are set to be picked up and assessed in detail after the 2026 tournament with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino saying football needs to be "for the whole world".
  38. Why Knight's legacy goes beyond the numbers - and what next for England?

    Heather Knight leaves behind a legacy to English cricket that goes far beyond the numbers on the field, writes Ffion Wynne.
  39. Tears of joy & Tiger text as Kim wins, but McIlroy has problem to fix

    Tom Kim excels in the final round to claim his first title in three years with a two-shot victory at the 2026 Genesis Scottish Open.
  40. Sinner's best shots as world number one retains Wimbledon title

    Enjoy the best of Jannik Sinner's title-retaining performance, as the world number one defeats Alexander Zverev in four sets in the men's singles final at Wimbledon 2026.