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  1. Russia was behind arson attacks targeting PM, BBC reveals

    Evidence shows Russians directing the plot and stoking tensions with fake far-right and Muslim groups.
  2. Trump says deal to end war with Iran already signed and details to be released 'pretty soon'

    Trump says Strait of Hormuz will be open from Friday but there is still confusion about the exact contents of the agreement.
  3. Thames Water moves step closer to nationalisation after government objects to rescue deal

    A government spokesman tells the BBC that the current offer "does not do enough to protect consumers or the environment".
  4. Married at First Sight Australia allegations 'disturbing', says country's watchdog

    The claims also prompted a response from UK media regulator Ofcom, who called them "deeply concerning".
  5. What one country's experiment says about attempts to boost birth rates

    Why did Hungary’s pronatalist approach deliver an early rise in births only then to fall back? And what lessons does it offer to other countries desperate to lift fertility?
  6. Witnessing joy amid the death: BBC travels to epicentre of Ebola outbreak

    There are glimpses of happiness in the Democratic Republic of Congo's fight against the virus that has killed more than 170.
  7. Eight people dead after US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in California

    The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress has been used by the US military since the 1950s.
  8. Labour risks handing power to Reform without drastic change, says union leader

    Andrea Egan tellls the BBC that Labour haven't delivered and her election demonstrated that members were desperate to have their voices heard.
  9. Bonnie Tyler out of coma but 'very unwell' after emergency surgery

    The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer was put in an induced coma after emergency intestinal surgery.
  10. Captain of Russian shadow fleet tanker intercepted in Channel charged

    An Indian national is charged with contravening sanctions after the tanker was detained.
  11. Teacher guilty of sexually abusing and murdering adopted baby

    Preston Davey died after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of Jamie Varley.
  12. VAR official says hand gesture was 'involuntary, subconscious twitch'

    Video assistant referee Shaun Evans has denied "intentionally" making a hand gesture "to communicate a message, affiliation, game or belief of any kind" and claimed it was a "an involuntary, subconscious twitch" that he was "unaware" of.
  13. The 40-year-old keeper who inspired Cape Verde's historic debut

    Cape Verde stuns Spain with a goalless draw inspired by a 40-year-old goalkeeper who has gone viral on social media.
  14. World Cup quiz: Name these top nations' leading scorers

    We want you to name the leading scorer from each of the top 20 countries according to Fifa's global rankings.
  15. What did Trump do differently to Obama on Iran?

    The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue looks at the contrasting approaches of the two presidents as Trump touts a new peace deal.
  16. Social media ban - bold and blunt, but no silver bullet

    The BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman on the big changes coming down the line for young people online.
  17. When will social media ban start, and which apps will be affected?

    The measures will see apps including TikTok and Snapchat banned for UK teens early in 2027.
  18. 'Social media firms hit back' and 'Arson attack on Starmer linked to Russia'

    Several of the papers are leading on Sir Keir's plan to ban social media for under-16s in the UK, which was announced on Monday.
  19. Bowen: Iran deal ends Trump's war that revealed limit of US dominance

    The deal to end fighting and re-open the Strait of Hormuz leaves the sides where they were 24 hours before the war - only with thousands now dead.
  20. Williamson: Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu

    Donald Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran leaves the Israeli PM trapped in a new political and security dilemma.
  21. How adoptive parents' lies unravelled to reveal 'reign of terror'

    Preston Davey died in hospital in July 2023 after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands.
  22. SpaceX IPO raised $10bn more than thought

    The company's listing raised $87.5bn, compared with the $75bn it was initially thought.
  23. California's Gavin Newsom alleges justice department is investigating his wife and ex-staff

    A source familiar with the investigations said they had been ongoing for "roughly a year'".
  24. Under-16s to be banned from TikTok, YouTube and other social media by next spring, Starmer says

    Sites including Instagram, YouTube and TikTok will become inaccessible for millions of children, the prime minister has announced.
  25. Man arrested for allegedly pushing woman in front of bus in 2017

    A 44-year-old man is in custody over the incident where a woman appeared to be shoved into the path of a bus.
  26. Henry Nowak killer's sentence referred to Court of Appeal under unduly lenient scheme

    The sentence of Vickrum Digwa, who was convicted of the murder of Henry Nowak, has been referred to the Court of Appeal.
  27. Anthropic to meet White House over AI tool suspension

    The sudden meeting was called after Anthropic had to block users from just-released AI models.
  28. Palestine Action ban is lawful, Court of Appeal rules

    The Home Office had challenged a High Court ruling that the group's proscription should be quashed.
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  30. Social Media Ban For Under-16s

    Under-16s to be banned from social media Keir Starmer announces.
  31. Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is Trump still fit for the job on his 80th birthday?

    Donald Trump is now the second oldest president in US history
  32. UK announces U16 social media ban

    Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announces a ban for under-16s from major social media platforms
  33. Inside Ella Toone’s life on and off the pitch

    Behind the scenes with Manchester United and England star Ella Toone.
  34. 'Fabulous finish' - Just puts New Zealand ahead from Wood assist

    Elijah Just gives New Zealand an early lead over Iran in their Group G encounter at the Los Angeles Stadium.
  35. The 40-year-old keeper who inspired Cape Verde's historic debut against Spain

    Cape Verde stuns Spain with a goalless draw inspired by a 40-year-old goalkeeper who has gone viral on social media.
  36. VAR official says hand gesture was 'involuntary, subconscious twitch'

    Video assistant referee Shaun Evans has denied "intentionally" making a hand gesture "to communicate a message, affiliation, game or belief of any kind" and claimed it was a "an involuntary, subconscious twitch" that he was "unaware" of.