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  1. Multiple fires destroy homes and cause devastation in West Midlands

    The region's fire chief says the service took thousands of 999 calls across "one of the most significant" incidents in its history.
  2. Watch: Aerial footage shows homes engulfed in flames in Stourbridge

    Multiple fires burned across the West Midlands and destroyed homes.
  3. Two seriously hurt as passenger train derails in East Sussex

    "It was pandemonium... I could feel the carriage rocking," says one passenger who was on the train with his six-year-old daughter.
  4. Final day of heatwave for many before weekend cooldown

    Heatwave conditions continue on Friday in south-east England but it is turning fresher for all into the weekend.
  5. 'Two out of four, baby' - Hunt wins 200m as she eyes historic quadruple

    Britain's Amy Hunt charges to 200m glory to secure her second European Championships gold medal - but the sprinter has her sights set on a historic quadruple in Birmingham.
  6. Five key takeaways from results day 2026

    Top grades and students going to university are on the up, but technical subjects are also becoming more popular.
  7. Son of 102-year-old says father died after being 'pushed off stage'

    Phillip Ormerod was taken to hospital in critical condition and later died, police have confirmed.
  8. Palestinians told to leave homes in village where Israeli settlers besieged houses

    The mayor of Qusra says Israeli troops have been telling families to leave their houses, using some as barracks.
  9. Engine parts smashed Ryanair window that man's head was sucked out of, report says

    A preliminary report by US investigators says an engine fan blade broke on last month's flight from Greece to Germany.
  10. Mangione lawyers to meet federal prosecutors amid reports of plea deal

    Mangione faces two federal charges of stalking resulting in death, each carrying a maximum sentence of life in prison.
  11. BBC Verify speaks to woman who filmed ICE agent pointing gun at her

    BBC Verify has examined footage shared by a Virginia woman in which an ICE agent points his gun at her.
  12. Why heatwaves hit women harder

    Experts are calling for better awareness of the heat-related risks to women and more targeted efforts to protect them.
  13. Six ways to keep your home and yourself cool in hot weather

    Six simple things you can do to help keep your house cool when temperatures rise.
  14. No air con? Here's how to get the most out of your electric fan

    Point it at your face? Use a bowl of ice? Open a window? Our experts separate fact from fiction.
  15. Your heatwave tips on how to cope in extreme temperatures

    From what to wear to getting a restful night's sleep, you share your tips for beating the heat.
  16. Count Binface has taken on three PMs and lost - but could this be his best ever performance?

    The self-styled intergalactic space warrior wears a giant silver bin on his head and a silver cloak.
  17. You got hold of eclipse glasses just in time - here's what to do with them now

    Solar specs are tricky to recycle because of their lenses, so here are three things to do instead.
  18. I got an £89 refund – how to cancel and avoid unwanted subscriptions

    After the PM announced a crackdown on subscription traps, readers share how they got into and out of unwanted plans.
  19. Weekly quiz: What was used to smuggle Donald Trump off Air Force One?

    How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
  20. The Papers: 'Houses burn and train derails on hottest day' and 'Britain on fire'

    Many of today's papers lead coverage with the fires and train derailment under headlines about Thursday being the hottest day.
  21. 'I worked really hard and it paid off': Elation, nerves and proud parents as students get results

    A Ukrainian refugee, a firefighter and triplets are among the students reacting to their results.
  22. Who could replace White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt?

    The job requires managing a complex relationship with the media - as well Trump's high expectations.
  23. Big Issue says vendors struggling as sales hit by heatwaves

    Sales have fallen by as much as 30% in some areas of the UK as people retreat from the heat.
  24. Romania shuts only nuclear plant as heat causes huge drop in Danube River level

    The Cernavodă plant, which produces 20% of Romania's electricity, is not expected to be restarted within the next 10 days.
  25. Conditions on US aircraft carrier at sea for more than 250 days raise alarms

    Thousands of sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln have reportedly faced food shortages and broken plumbing, with some considering jumping overboard.
  26. Ice cream man hit with noise complaint over van's music

    Mark Edwards says he will now beep his horn in the evenings, as he cannot play his music.
  27. 'Living in temporary accommodation has taken a huge toll on my family'

    The number of children living in temporary accommodation has hit its 18th quarterly high in a row.
  28. Kennedy Center board votes to put Trump's name back on building

    The board on Thursday also voted to proceed with a two-year closure for proposed renovations, which was earlier blocked by a federal judge.
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  30. Andy Burnham's Emergency Cobra Meeting On Extreme Heat

    Prime Minister Andy Burnham chairs an emergency Cobra committee meeting.
  31. Is Iran really trying to kill Trump?

    How developed is the Tehran regime’s assassination operation abroad?
  32. Philomena Cunk examines life and existence

    Mockumentary from Charlie Brooker starring Diane Morgan
  33. In 1940s Australia, a young orphan is brought to a remote orphanage

    The miracle is in the mystery. A nun's faith is challenged by an orphan at her monastery
  34. 'Two out of four, baby' - Hunt wins 200m as she eyes historic quadruple

    Britain's Amy Hunt charges to 200m glory to secure her second European Championships gold medal - but the sprinter has her sights set on a historic quadruple in Birmingham.
  35. What's going wrong for Rangers and McInnes?

    After Rangers' Europa League qualifying defeat by Jagellonia Bialystok, what is going wrong for new manager Derek McInnes and his side so far this season?
  36. 'This is her stage!' - Hunt takes 200m gold

    GB sprint star Amy Hunt takes her second gold of the 2026 European Athletics Championships in the women's 200m, with Rhasidat Adeleke second and Dina Asher-Smith in third.
  37. Man City's Reijnders set for £52m Saudi move

    Manchester City midfielder Tijjani Reijnders is set to leave following a year at the club after a £52m move was agreed with Saudi Pro-League side Al-Qadsiah.
  38. LIV set to cancel season-ending Team Championship

    LIV Golf players have been warned that the season-ending Team Championship later this month is set to be cancelled.
  39. Rashford, Mainoo & transfers - Carrick calls for more signings

    Before his first full season as Manchester United head coach, Michael Carrick explains why the club need more players, discusses why he is in a privileged position and talks Marcus Rashford and Kobbie Mainoo.
  40. Heroic Leigh defence denies table-toppers Leeds

    Leigh Leopards ruin Leeds Rhinos' perfect home record in Super League this season and pick up a vital two points in their hunt for a top-six spot.