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  1. Mother says new custodial sentences for daughter's rapists 'better' but still 'not enough'

    Two teenage boys convicted of rape had initially been given non-custodial sentences but have since been handed a four year detention.
  2. On the Strait of Hormuz, BBC finds seized ships and shark fishermen as uneasy calm returns

    The BBC visits Bandar Abbas to see how the US-Israeli war with Iran has affected everyday life in the port city.
  3. Pubs allowed to stay open until 5am for England Mexico match

    The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further for the World Cup.
  4. Taylor Swift's rumoured wedding celebrations begin with star-studded New York event

    Actress Lena Dunham, model Gigi Hadid and longtime music collaborator Jack Antonoff were spotted in formal attire near Madison Square Garden.
  5. How the American Dream has survived 250 years, but only just

    The American Dream has persisted since the days of the Founding Fathers, but faith in the ideal is fading
  6. NHS to reward people who walk 30 minutes a day

    The "marathon a month" scheme, developed with former Olympic medallist Sir Brendan Foster, will launch early next year.
  7. Instagram running ads promoting child sexual abuse material in India, BBC finds

    The ads use terms including “rape” and “child video” and link to content on the messaging app Telegram.
  8. Arrest warrant issued for suspect in Monaco parcel bombing

    Monaco's prosecutor's office say the suspect is a foreign national and no longer in Monaco.
  9. At least eight arrests linked to forums that encourage drugging and raping women

    The National Crime Agency says it has identified 270 individuals linked to the abuse websites.
  10. Rare copy of US Declaration of Independence found by volunteer in UK archives

    The newly discovered copy is one of only 11 of its kind in the world.
  11. Noah Donohoe inquest adjourned until later in year after late-night sitting

    The jury sat until 01:00 on Friday, but as they could not reach a unanimous verdict the inquest has been adjourned.
  12. Why Wonderwall has become England's World Cup anthem

    Post-victory singalongs between England fans and players have become a new tradition this summer.
  13. Tuchel wants young England fans to stay up for 1am World Cup clash - but should they?

    England's must-win match against Mexico kicks off at 01:00 BST on Monday - disco naps and spoiler-free recaps may be needed.
  14. How do you handle World Cup drama? Take our quiz to find out

    Super fan or nervous wreck? Find your World Cup style with this test
  15. From friendship bracelets to wedding rings: A Taylor and Travis timeline

    Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are expected to celebrate their wedding with a party at New York's Madison Square Garden this weekend.
  16. 'We give up to £400': How much should you gift at a wedding?

    Wedding lists are being replaced by cash requests, but guests are divided over how much to give.
  17. Weekly quiz: Why did Catherine climb the UK's three highest peaks?

    How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
  18. 'World cup pubs boost' and 'Kate holds court'

    Late openings of pubs and Catherine appearing at Wimbledon lead Friday's front pages.
  19. Why maternity leave for a mayor has divided Japan

    In the face of criticism, Shoko Kawata, 35, says she loves her job and is proud to be taking time off to have a baby.
  20. I take responsibility to fund defence plan extremely seriously, says Burnham

    The Makerfield MP also rejects attacks on his economic stance, insisting he would not be "indisciplined" on finances.
  21. Ebola treatments trial begins in the Democratic Republic of Congo

    According to WHO data, there have been 1,406 confirmed cases of the disease in DRC, with 301 suspected cases and 438 deaths.
  22. Married at First Sight UK star arrested on suspicion of rape

    It follows a BBC Panorama investigation, broadcast in May, into the hit Channel 4 reality TV show.
  23. Survivor pulled from rubble eight days after Venezuela earthquakes

    Hernán Gil was trapped under a collapsed multi-storey car park.
  24. Dangerous heatwave scorches US ahead of Fourth of July holiday

    Millions are enduring dangerous heat and humidity, with temperatures expected to stay at 38C (100F) for several days.
  25. Moment huge waterspout twirls over lake in Germany

    The phenomenon formed over a Lake Constance near the southern German city of Friedrichshafen.
  26. Labour failed to prepare for power, admits PM's former top aide

    In his first-ever interview, Morgan McSweeney tells the BBC the party did not deliver quickly enough in office.
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  28. What Does It Cost To Keep The UK Safe?

    The government releases it’s long awaited defence investment plan.
  29. Has the Supreme Court just made Trump the most powerful president in history?

    A landmark decision expands Trump’s presidential power
  30. Huge VAR call prolongs Ronaldo's last dance but ends Modric's

    Veteran forward Cristiano Ronaldo gets another day on the World Cup stage after Croatia are denied a late equaliser by a huge VAR call.
  31. The one club man who is Spain's under-the-radar hero

    Mikel Oyarzabal is perhaps not the biggest name in Spain's World Cup squad, but the one who has so far shone brightest.
  32. Hard work and a disco jacket - how England turned fielding woes around

    It used to be their big weakness but England have turned around their fielding woes with hard work and the help of a sparkly jacket.
  33. Secret location & sleep devices: England bid to combat noisy Mexico fans

    England are taking precautions to ensure boisterous locals do not disrupt their preparations in Mexico.
  34. Portugal through to last 16 after dramatic victory over Croatia

    Portugal beat Croatia 2-1 with goals from Cristiano Ronaldo and Goncalo Ramos after a chaotic second-half in Toronto to set up a last 16 tie with Iberian rivals Spain.