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  1. More than 150 migrants rescued after boat catches fire in Channel

    The boat was attempting to cross to the UK when its engine caught fire, according to French authorities.
  2. Boxer arrested in Greece over discovery of Scottish woman's body in suitcase

    Sharif Ahmadzai, from Afghanistan, is expected to appear in court in Athens on Wednesday.
  3. Analysis: Trump challenged by cold reality from top allies

    A president used to bending US politics to his will faces two stinging losses in a matter of days, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher.
  4. Breast cancer checks missing most women under 50 who are at risk, says study

    Up to 95% of younger women who are at higher risk of developing breast cancer are being missed by current NHS checks, researchers warn.
  5. BP's $5.7bn profit highest since 2022 as Iran war pushes up oil price

    Higher oil prices boost the energy giant's results while environmental groups accuse it of profiteering.
  6. There's a reason child vaccination rates are falling - and it's not social media

    As child immunisation rates fall across the UK, one clinic in west Yorkshire is taking aggressive steps to boost immunisations
  7. Thunderstorms and flash flood risk on final day of UK heatwave

    More places in southern and eastern England are expected to reach heatwave criteria on Tuesday but cooler temperatures are on the horizon.
  8. Ariana Grande says 'boundaries need to be set' after announcing break

    The star told fans at her Chicago show on Monday that "boundaries need to be set".
  9. Five dead in Moscow region as Ukraine continues warehouse strikes

    Facilities in St Petersburg and Tver were also hit, while at least one was killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine.
  10. 'Rape list' part of misogyny girls face at school

    A group of teenagers make a film describing their experiences, ahead of changes to the curriculum.
  11. What will happen when a SpaceX rocket collides with the Moon?

    Our satellite has endured countless blows over millions of years - and astronomers think this one could be a useful accident.
  12. Ariana Grande has had enough of body comments, but 'scrutiny' will linger

    The star has taken a "step back" from the spotlight after appearances led to "endless, ongoing public scrutiny".
  13. Zinc dresses and ice creams - how to survive a heatwave wedding

    The wedding industry is facing last-minute costs to cope with the heat and October bookings are up.
  14. 'Digital lifeline' - Gaza tech workers give glimpse of possible future

    Thousands of young people in Gaza are pursuing roles in the digital economy as the territory's wider recovery stalls.
  15. Why is Trump Media selling early access to Trump's Truth Social posts?

    The service reportedly costs up to $100,000 (£74,170) per month and offers access to posts from influential accounts milliseconds before they appear online.
  16. I left my wife and twins behind - why this Nigerian man fled South Africa

    Nigerian Richard Itoro is one of tens of thousands who have abandoned their lives in South Africa.
  17. Everything you need to know about Scottish exam results day 2026

    More than 148,000 people across Scotland will receive their results on Tuesday.
  18. Coalition of 25 US states sue Trump administration over global tariffs

    The duties were imposed over claims that 60 US trading partners have failed to tackle forced labour.
  19. Moment Malaysia Airlines pilot caught with 70,000 ecstasy pills at airport

    A Malaysian pilot was arrested at Jakarta airport after being found with around four stone (26kg) of drugs hidden in his luggage.
  20. Greg James shares his heartbreak after death of dog Barney

    The Radio 1 presenter said his beloved pet had to be put to sleep in the garden of his home.
  21. Huw Edwards criticised for entering festival poetry competition

    A sex abuse survivor says the ex-BBC newsreader winning would've been "catastrophic" and wants the rules changed.
  22. Apple issues new challenge against UK order for access to private user data

    It is the latest development in the ongoing dispute between Apple and the Home Office over data privacy.
  23. Charity cyclist, 82, dies a day after 3,300 mile ride across Australia

    Bob Montgomery died unexpectedly just a day after finishing what he had called 'One Last Ride'.
  24. France wildfires reveal hundreds of WW2 shells in village

    Explosions heard in Le Porge as the wildfires raged are believed to have have been the old munitions.
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  26. Could Reform Use The Navy To Stop Small Boats?

    Reform UK insists using Navy to stop migrant boats would be legal.
  27. The Democrats need to win Michigan… so why is it splitting the party?

    A centrist and a left wing candidate go head to head in Michigan.
  28. Fifa private money plan had to be scrapped - Wenger

    Fifa's chief of global football development Arsene Wenger says the decision to scrap the plan to have private investment in Fifa competitions was "absolutely necessary".
  29. Ex-captain Stokes would love to coach England in future

    Ben Stokes says he would love to become England head coach in the future, as he expresses concerns about the toll captaincy could take on Joe Root.
  30. Mourners line streets of Milan for legend Baresi's funeral

    Thousands gather on the streets of Milan for the funeral of legendary former AC Milan and Italy defender Franco Baresi.
  31. A youngster to watch at each Premier League club this season

    The Premier League returns later this month and we have picked out 20 prospects - one from each club - who will be looking to make their mark and enjoy a breakthrough season.
  32. UFC loses $30m on Freedom 250 event at White House

    UFC owners lose $30m (£22m) staging the Freedom 250 event, which was attended by US President Donald Trump, at the White House in June.
  33. 'Give us a chance to fight' - tearful Goodburn urges PM to boost cancer funding

    Scottish swimmer Archie Goodburn's implores Prime Minister Andy Burnham to invest more money and resources into brain cancer research.
  34. Itauma v Hrgovic upgraded to IBF world-title bout

    British heavyweight Moses Itauma's fight against Filip Hrgovic on 29 August will be for the vacant IBF title.