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  1. Key findings from Lucy Letby Thirlwall Inquiry

    The inquiry found a "complete failure to protect babies on the neonatal unit" where the nurse worked.
  2. State pension likely to top £13,000 a year as UK wage growth slows to 3.9%

    The increase has reignited the debate about the state pension's long-term affordability and generational fairness.
  3. Denmark says Russian warship fired flares at military helicopter

    The Danish prime minister has accused Russia of "reckless" behaviour, while the Kremlin is yet to comment.
  4. Welsh actor Matthew Rhys makes Emmy Awards history with double win

    He becomes the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the prestigious TV ceremony.
  5. Political donors could face tougher residency rules

    It comes after Reform received donations totalling £72m from two British crypto-billionaires who have both recently lived abroad.
  6. Supreme Court blocks Trump's plan to restrict mail-in ballots

    The Trump administration had asked the court to lift a federal judge's temporary block on new rules for mail-in ballots.
  7. Trump says AI safety fears a 'hoax' as he rejects calls for greater safeguards

    The US president's comments come after Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark told the BBC an AI "kill switch" may need to be mandatory.
  8. Two dead after car hits group of pedestrians

    A vehicle hit four people before colliding with two cars on White Rose Way in Doncaster, police say.
  9. Fall in small boat Channel crossings down to law enforcement, agency says

    But other factors, including developments in the Middle East, may also be playing a role.
  10. Harry and Meghan change children's school over security concerns due to traffic

    It is understood that the couple's private security team had cited concerns about difficulties in making the school run route secure.
  11. Suspected sabotage causes major Netherlands rail disruption

    Trains were cancelled or delayed on Tuesday after objects were found on tracks at multiple locations.
  12. The winners and nominees in full

    Zendaya, Noah Wyle, Sarah Snook and Colman Domingo are among the stars nominated for acting prizes.
  13. Five things you may not know about Emmy record-breaker Matthew Rhys

    The Welsh actor became the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the Emmy Awards.
  14. Watch: Superstars and broken records at the 2026 ceremony

    The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards were hosted by Law & Order star Mariska Hargitay at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.
  15. Home Alone and Schitt's Creek stars pay tribute to late Catherine O'Hara

    Tributes were also paid to Dolly Parton, James Van Der Beek and Tim Curry.
  16. In pictures: Zendaya, Selena Gomez and other stars light up red carpet

    Stars from the latest hit TV shows turn out at the biggest night in the US TV calendar.
  17. I was paid thousands to start a new life in small town America

    Relocation schemes offer support for people who want to swap big cities for a cheaper, quieter life.
  18. Watch: What's behind the decision to review Harry and Meghan's UK security?

    The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are going to be given a review of their publicly-funded security after their return to live in the UK.
  19. Ukraine's postal workers deliver lifeline under Russian fire

    The state post service delivers pensions, medicine and letters to people just miles from the front.
  20. From Marilyn Monroe to Sabrina Carpenter - Bob Mackie's designs in pictures

    Beyoncé, Cher, Elton John and Miley Cyrus have all worn Mackie's glittery ensembles.
  21. Pokémon fans prepare for 'biggest day in a decade'

    Collectors are eagerly awaiting the first release of the 30th anniversary Pokémon trading cards.
  22. US confirms for first time it has deployed space weapons

    The US Air Force Secretary says the weapons are necessary to defend the country against enemy action.
  23. Sweeney ad a barrier for girls in sport, sprinter Hunt says

    British sprinter Amy Hunt says she is concerned the controversial advert starring Sydney Sweeney is a part of a "barrier" to girls' participation in sport.
  24. Mother sentenced for killing son and attempting to murder daughter

    The woman was convicted and jailed in 2023 but in 2025 senior judges ruled those convictions were unsafe.
  25. Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age

    New rules introduced on Tuesday mean establishments will be able to accept digital ID apps alongside physical documents.
  26. UK set to turn cooler as unsettled weather continues

    As temperatures drop through the week and it starts to feel more autumnal, is it now time to put the summer clothes away?
  27. London misses out to Nairobi in World Athletics bid

    London has lost to Nairobi in its bid to host the World Athletics Championships in 2029, while the 2031 event will be held in Munich.
  28. Lost oyster beds rediscovered thanks to Gaelic and Scots language

    Scientists searched for the inclusion of the Gaelic and Scots words for oyster or oysters in place-names around Scotland's coast.
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  30. Newscast

    President Trump dismisses need for AI guardrails, saying “whoever wins AI, wins”
  31. Americast

    And which songs have made it onto Trump’s Air Force One playlist?
  32. London loses bid to host 2029 World Athletics as Nairobi named host

    London has lost to Nairobi in its bid to host the World Athletics Championships in 2029, while the 2031 event will be held in Munich.
  33. Sweeney ad a barrier for girls in sport - Hunt

    British sprinter Amy Hunt says she is concerned about the controversial advert starring Sydney Sweeney being part of a "barrier" to girls' participation in sport.
  34. Spurs' Richarlison posts crying emoji after being left out of Liverpool tie

    Richarlison publicly expresses his displeasure at Roberto de Zerbi's decision to leave him out of Tottenham's squad for Tuesday's Carabao Cup tie against Liverpool.
  35. How did they get the Madring track so wrong? - F1 Q&A

    BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Spanish Grand Prix.
  36. McBurnie & seven uncapped names in Scotland squad

    Hull City forward Oli McBurnie is called up to the Scotland squad for the first time in five years while seven uncapped make new head coach Sebastien Pocognoli's first selection.
  37. Rodon absent as Ashford earns first Wales call-up

    Craig Bellamy hands a first call-up to Cardiff City forward Cian Ashford for Wales' Nations League A campaign but is without key defender Joe Rodon.