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  1. I have a duty to stay on, says Starmer, as he justifies defence spending decisions

    Sir Keir Starmer argues he has made "hard-edged" decisions, one day after his defence secretary quit in a row over money.
  2. Defence row exposes tensions over how to keep UK safe

    Ex-Defence Secretary John Healey has said the defence investment plan is "well short of what is required".
  3. Iran says deal to end fighting with US has 'never been closer'

    Both Iran and Pakistan say a deal has never been closer - echoing US President Donald Trump's statement on Thursday.
  4. King leads tributes to 'giant of the art world' David Hockney

    The artist, who has died at the age of 88, "was one of life's true originals", King Charles says.
  5. Palestine Action activists jailed over factory raid

    The case is believed to be the first time that convictions for criminal damage have been classified as terrorism.
  6. Delta Goodrem becomes third celebrity to join Strictly Come Dancing

    Goodrem rose to fame in Australian soap opera Neighbours
  7. Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey denied entry to Canada for Ghana's World Cup opener

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss his nation's first World Cup game in Toronto against Panama, after being denied entry to Canada.
  8. Watch: Four UFO videos newly declassified by US government

    The eyewitness footage shows bright orbs in the sky over an undisclosed location in the northeastern US.
  9. London council takes possession of property linked to Sierra Leone's First Lady

    Southwark Council in south London takes possession of a property linked to Sierra Leone's Fatima Bio.
  10. Grooming survivors left with criminal records still being failed, BBC told

    Victims who were abused and prosecuted as children are still being failed, says grooming report author.
  11. World Cup kicks off in Canada with Alanis Morissette and Michael Bublé performing in opening ceremony

    The opening games in Toronto and Los Angeles on Friday include star-studded performances.
  12. Scotland's McTominay 'ready to go' after illness

    Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay takes part in training on the eve of the World Cup opener against Haiti, having missed out the previous day because of an upset stomach.
  13. South Africa trolled by African fans in wake of World Cup loss

    The taunting reflects anger from parts of the continent over reports of xenophobia in South Africa.
  14. The World Cup of adverts: How brands are competing to entertain, not simply sell

    Kim Kardashian, Timothée Chalamet and Susan Boyle feature in ambitious ads ahead of the World Cup.
  15. David Hockney: Art's great innovator whose vivid paintings made him a household name

    The proud Yorkshireman, who also painted iconic pictures of America, was routinely described as Britain's greatest artist.
  16. What we know about how Northern Ireland's riots were organised

    Northern Ireland has seen three nights of violence after footage of a knife attack on Monday night spread across social media.
  17. 'I've never been this good' – revolutionary immune reset puts lupus in remission

    Patients on the trial have not needed medication to manage their condition.
  18. Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever

    From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.
  19. 'I spent uni savings on getting my teeth fixed' - the real cost of NHS dentist shortage

    People tell BBC Your Voice the rising cost of private dentistry is putting them in a difficult position.
  20. Palestinian anger at rise in Israeli demolitions in East Jerusalem

    Palestinian homes are being pulled down in occupied East Jerusalem to make way for a park.
  21. What do Puerto Ricans think of the viral song about their homeland?

    People from Puerto Rico reflect on how the catchy tune has attracted attention to where they live.
  22. UK vows to phase out Russian diesel and jet fuel imports by new year

    The ban forms part of the government's package of sanctions on Moscow due to the ongoing war with Ukraine.
  23. Speeding jet skiers with children on board 'remove plates to evade cameras', report says

    CCTV is being used to try and catch culprits at Conwy harbour, which has seen a number of dangerous incidents recently.
  24. Taylor Swift makes tearful 21-minute speech as she joins Songwriters Hall of Fame

    The singer thanks her family as she becomes the youngest woman to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.
  25. Discovery of €1.2m jewellery prompts fresh probe into former Spanish PM

    José Luis Rodriguez Zapatero is suspected of being unable to show proof he paid import duties on the jewellery.
  26. Three more men jailed for Henry Nowak protest violence

    A total of 13 men have so far been jailed over the disorder in Southampton last week.
  27. French town buries murdered child as questions mount over police failings

    The prime suspect in the killing of Lyhanna, 11, was reported to police nine months prior but never questioned.
  28. Boys' sentences for rape to be reviewed in July

    The case has been referred to the Court of Appeal under the unduly lenient scheme.
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  30. The Keir Starmer Interview: The Analysis

    Adam and Chris breakdown the Keir Starmer interview.
  31. Profile: Bradford celebrates David Hockney

    David Hockney: iconic British artist.
  32. Bellingham set to start, but no Guehi - England's expected team

    Jude Bellingham is expected to start England's opening game of the 2026 World Cup, as Marc Guehi could start on the bench.
  33. Lukic heads Bosnia in front against Canada

    Jovo Lukic heads Bosnia in front against co-hosts Canada in the opening game in Group B at the Toronto Stadium in the 2026 World Cup.
  34. Boulter stuns Rybakina at Queen's for biggest career win

    An inspired Katie Boulter celebrates the biggest win of her career by ranking as the Briton beats world number two Elena Rybakina to reach the Queen's semi-finals.
  35. Partey denied entry to Canada for Ghana's World Cup opener

    Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will miss his nation's first World Cup game in Toronto against Panama, after being denied entry to Canada.