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  1. Ex-Met Police inspector lied about wife's death in Barbados hotel room, BBC learns

    Warren Arter faced claims of sexually exploiting crime victims - his wife was found in a blood-stained room.
  2. Alleged Russell Brand rape victim wants age of consent law changed

    Mia Latter, who says she was 16 when she met the convicted rapist, wants a staggered age of consent.
  3. Watch: SpaceX catches part of its Starship rocket on return to Earth

    SpaceX has performed the historic catch using mechanical arms nicknamed "chopsticks".
  4. Hannah Fry feels 'unbelievably lucky' after cervical cancer treatment

    The presenter says she has received a 'five-year clear' after having a hysterectomy in her thirties.
  5. Israel kills Hamas commander in strike on Gaza camp, officials say

    Both Hamas and IDF officials confirm the death of Samir Abu Younis, commander of the Rafah Brigade.
  6. Judo champion shakes up French presidential race with surprise candidacy

    Teddy Riner is one of the most popular figures in modern-day France, and one in five voters say they could support him.
  7. How to shake hands and make eye contact - the lessons preparing pupils for the world of work

    Year 10 pupils are learning employability skills to reduce the number of young people who end up "Neet".
  8. Beauty advent calendars can cost hundreds - but are they value for money?

    Beauty calendars have become a Christmas staple and have become particularly popular with female shoppers.
  9. My mother told me I would die if I sought treatment for Ebola - I am proof you can survive

    Fear and misinformation surrounds the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo - Dr Kamwanga's mother was not immune.
  10. Holly Humberstone: People can't connect to a pop star who's 'too polished'

    The singer felt forced to compete with her female peers, until she realised the power of longevity.
  11. Pope Leo speaks of community 'suffering' on visit to remote Andes town

    Santa Cruz de Succhabamba is part of the Diocese of Chiclayo, where the pope served as bishop from 2015 to 2023.
  12. UK papers: 'I was only 16' says alleged Brand victim, as disgraced comedian 'moved to soft jail'

    Russell Brand continues to feature on Sunday's front pages, nearly a week after he was jailed.
  13. US has floated Ukraine ceding Donbas for Nato membership, Zelensky says

    The US has not confirmed the Ukrainian president's comments - a US official told the BBC "many ideas continue to be discussed".
  14. New Orleans port files $1m lawsuit over 'miracle on the Mississippi' tanker collision

    The lawsuit filed by New Orleans officials also requests that the tanker involved in the collision with the cruise ship be seized and sold to pay for damages.
  15. Sotheby's auction of $180m Van Gogh challenged over claims it was 'sold under duress'

    Sotheby's says it will work with the heirs of a family who had previously owned the artwork to try and reach a solution.
  16. Milder day in store before more cold health alerts take effect

    A short-lived milder spell is on the way for Sunday before more cold health alerts come into force.
  17. Judge temporarily blocks Trump from closing Washington DC golf course for renovation

    It is the latest development in a months-long challenge to the president's plans for East Potomac Golf Links.
  18. Intelligence officer's rare Aston Martin to be sold

    The Aston Martin DB5, a model made famous by James Bond films, will be sold in Esher in December.
  19. Handwritten 200-year-old dismissal letter found on roof tile

    The tile informs a worker that he is no longer needed and was signed by Thomas Austin.
  20. I took Vinted to court to get my money back

    The BBC hears from Vinted sellers who describe difficulties accessing money held in their online wallets.
  21. Why are these purple flowers shutting down streets in Sydney?

    Jacaranda trees typically flower for six weeks every spring, drawing visitors to Australia from across the globe.
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  24. Rumpelstiltskin fools Shrek into being erased from existence

    The fairy tale is ogre. Fooled by Rumpelstiltskin, Shrek's world is turned upside down
  25. Australia's Sayers 'took sandpaper from field' & rejects Cummins' claims

    Australia bowler Chadd Sayers says he helped take sandpaper from the field in the match prior to the Cape Town Test and backs Usman Khawaja's recollection over Pat Cummins'.
  26. Spain test will reveal if Tuchel and England have learned World Cup lessons

    England's game with world champions Spain will reveal if head coach Thomas Tuchel has learned from summer disappointment, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
  27. How Spain's humble superstar Simon became world's best keeper

    As Spain prepare to host England in the Nations League, BBC Sport columnist Guillem Balague charts the rise of Unai Simon to become the world's best keeper.
  28. 'One of the greatest wins' - Wales stun All Blacks to go from no-hopers to heroes

    Wales end a 73-year hoodoo against New Zealand with a win hailed as their greatest of all time.
  29. Highlights: Wales beat New Zealand for first time in 73 years

    Watch the best of the action as Wales beat New Zealand for the first time in 73 years
  30. Joseph enjoys dream return as England thrash Japan at Twickenham

    After four years away from international rugby, Will Joseph marks his return in style by scoring a record-equalling five tries as England humiliate Japan at Twickenham, scoring 13 tries in a 78-15 victory in the Nations Championship.
  31. Watch: Seven-try Ireland secure win over Fiji

    Watch the tries as Ireland secure a 43-15 victory over Fiji in the Nations Championship in Dublin.
  32. Haaland helps Norway to win over Wales in Nations League

    Watch the best of the action as Norway beat Wales in the Nations League in Oslo.
  33. Chelsea go top with 1-0 win against Man City

    Chelsea return to the top of the Women's Super League with a crucial victory over rivals Manchester City who went down to 10 players in the second half.