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  1. 'People flew from their seats': Passengers describe how collision unfolded

    The East of England Ambulance Service says nearly 90 people were injured, over 30 of them seriously.
  2. PM under pressure from Labour MPs and ministers to set timetable for exit

    The BBC has been told that the transport secretary is among those advising Starmer to set out a timetable.
  3. Israel and Hezbollah agree ceasefire, US says, as more Lebanon strikes reported

    The agreement followed concerns that continued clashes would undermine the deal to end the war between the US and Iran.
  4. Cooler Saturday gives brief relief before heat returns

    After a slightly cooler Saturday, temperatures will rise again, possibly touching 35C by Tuesday with a Met Office amber extreme heat warning set to come into force.
  5. Harry and Meghan offered royal accommodation during UK visit

    The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to visit the UK with their children next month, for the first time since 2022.
  6. What we know so far about train collision and emergency response

    Two East Midland Railway trains crashed into each other, injuring dozens of passengers and crew.
  7. Video shows scene of collision as passenger describes aftermath

    Passenger Pete Knapp said the crash "felt like [he'd] been in a bomb explosion".
  8. Flawed but relentless Scotland show themselves as men of substance

    Morocco threatened to blow Scotland away early on, but Steve Clarke's squad showed their resilience, writes Tom English.
  9. Scotland fans dejected after loss to Morocco

    Fans at home and at the World Cup in the US watched as Scotland lost 1-0 to Morocco.
  10. World Cup still waits for real Brazil to show up

    While rivals Argentina and France have impressed in the United States, Brazil have struggled to hit top form - despite a 3-0 win over minnows Haiti.
  11. Paraguay's Almiron first player sent off for covering mouth

    Paraguay's Miguel Almiron is the first player to be shown a red card for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent - doing so during the World Cup match against Turkey.
  12. Popping a cocktail of supplements every day might be doing you more harm than good

    While many of us take supplements regularly, there are some risks people may not be aware of.
  13. Love Pride but hate big parades? These places are doing it differently

    From Glasgow to Salford, smaller, unique events are celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.
  14. Japanese girl band XG went from brutal six year training to global pop stars

    The Japanese pop group have become global stars, after being recruited before they were teenagers.
  15. Why candidates dress up to run in major UK elections

    Candidates like Count Binface are motivated to run for different reasons, but their role in politics is a longstanding tradition.
  16. How to stay safe swimming outdoors - and still have fun

    Pick designated swimming spots, learn about riptides and don't use inflatables at the beach, experts say.
  17. New video game console aims to get kids moving

    The cube-shaped console will cost £269 (€319) when it is released on 22 June in the UK and Ireland.
  18. 'Cabinet turns on Starmer' and 'Meg's in' for palace stay

    The fight for the top job as UK prime minister is the main focus of Saturday's papers.
  19. Tourist dies in Dominican Republic luxury resort fire

    Nearly 1,700 people were evacuated from the huge blaze at Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach in Bayahibe, a popular resort town on the Caribbean coast.
  20. Michael Fassbender says it is becoming harder to know what to trust online

    Stars of spy thriller show The Agency discuss espionage, AI and the personal cost of living a double life.
  21. James Burrows, legendary director of Cheers and Friends, dies aged 85

    Best-known as co-creator of sitcom Cheers, Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of other classics including the Big Bang Theory and Will and Grace.
  22. 'My dog Gertie saved my life by helping to find my breast cancer'

    Lesley Goodburn is hoping her story will encourage others to check for signs of the cancer.
  23. Paddington musical set for Broadway debut

    The production will launch in the US at New York's Al Hirschfeld Theatre in March 2027.
  24. Sherpa travels thousands of miles to thank children for help after earthquake

    A Nepalese Sherpa travels thousands of miles to thank children for their fundraising efforts.
  25. Snake takes surprise trip to seaside in car engine

    The corn snake is thought to have travelled around 17 miles from its owner's house in Bridlington.
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  27. Burnham Wins in Makerfield - So What Happens Now?

    Burnham wins Makerfield by-election, paving way for leadership challenge against Starmer.
  28. Jill Biden reveals how she really felt about Joe Biden’s health whilst he was president

    And Trump wants to give America’s top legal job to his former personal lawyer
  29. Two chancers bluff their way into weddings to meet women

    Owen Wilson and Vince Vaughn star in this classic 2005 comedy
  30. Flawed but relentless Scotland show themselves as men of substance

    Morocco threatened to blow Scotland away early on, but Steve Clarke's squad showed their resilience, writes Tom English.
  31. World Cup still waits for real Brazil to show up

    While rivals Argentina and France have impressed in the United States, Brazil have struggled to hit top form - despite a 3-0 win over minnows Haiti.
  32. Clark in control of US Open as wind hinders McIlroy and Scheffler

    Wyndham Clark opens a four-shot halfway lead at the US Open, with England's Matt Fitzpatrick among the closest challengers.
  33. England XV well beaten by France in summer warm-up

    France prove too skilful for England in the teams' non-Test summer warm-up in Vannes, easing away to a comfortable victory.
  34. Almiron first player sent off for covering mouth

    Paraguay's Miguel Almiron is the first player to be shown a red card for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent - doing so during the World Cup match against Turkey.