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  1. Counter terrorism police take over investigation into Ann Widdecombe's death

    The man in custody has since been re-arrested on suspicion of commission, preparation or instigation of acts of terrorism, police say.
  2. Twelve arrested over alleged right-wing terror threat to UK Islamic event, police say

    Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood says the police's response "undoubtedly saved lives".
  3. Heatwave to intensify in second week as wildfires burn across UK

    After a brief drop in temperature many areas will see heat and humidity build again this week
  4. A versatile actor whose roles went far beyond Jurassic Park - Sam Neill dies aged 78

    The actor, who has died aged 78, built up a long string of screen credits over a five-decade career.
  5. Most clinical? Least creative? BBC Sport compares the last four teams in the World Cup

    BBC Sport compares statistics for France, Spain, Argentina and England in the World Cup so far as the semi-finalists prepare to meet.
  6. UK bans support for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

    Shabana Mahmood will use new powers to ban support for the group, which has been linked to death threats and intimidation on British soil.
  7. Witness says he crawled for exit as flames swept through Bangkok bar

    A musician who was performing when the fire broke out says he crawled for the exit - and was thrown from the bar when something exploded.
  8. UK seeking extradition of man suspected of killing wife and two daughters

    The UK is trying to extradite a man after his wife and two daughters are found dead in Bedfordshire.
  9. Former top official Robbins takes legal action over sacking

    The former official was fired in April over Lord Mandelson's vetting to be the UK's ambassador to the US.
  10. Home secretary to set out plan to deport Rochdale grooming gang leader

    Calls have grown to deport Rochdale grooming gang ringleader Shabir Ahmed after his release from prison.
  11. Ted Lasso actor Fernandez makes professional football debut

    Ted Lasso actor Cristo Fernandez makes his professional football debut for American second-tier side El Paso Locomotive.
  12. These are unprecedented times - England should enjoy them

    A record of four semi-finals in the past five international tournaments for England is outstanding. It is time to accept that this is where England belong.
  13. BBC experts pick their England World Cup semi-final starters - do you agree?

    England are through to the World Cup semi-finals, but who would you pick in your starting XI?
  14. Borrowed shoes, no Golden Boot - the story of the World Cup's greatest scorer

    Just Fontaine's record of 13 goals in a single World Cup has stood for decades, but he never played in the tournament again after injury ended his career at the age of 28.
  15. Hollywood blockbusters and arthouse films: Sam Neill's best-known roles in pictures

    The beloved actor's career ranged from box office blockbusters to thrillers and award-winning dramas.
  16. Drama, celebrations and outfits - our end-of-Wimbledon awards

    This year's Wimbledon has been full of excitement, interesting stories and great British success - Naomi Broady runs through her favourite moments.
  17. New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain

    It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.
  18. How to get a better deal on banking, energy and internet

    Changing your broadband or energy supplier, or even your bank, for a better deal is simpler than it used to be.
  19. The Chinese graduate accused of being Mexico's 'fentanyl king'

    Cartel members and ex-colleagues describe how Zhang Zhidong allegedly linked Chinese chemicals to Mexican drug labs.
  20. UK begins trials of Ebola vaccine developed in just eight weeks

    The UK medicines regulator has given approval for an experimental vaccine to be tested on healthy adults.
  21. Three family members found dead in house

    Police have launched an investigation but say there is no ongoing risk to the public.
  22. Wildfire raging south of Paris could have been set deliberately, says minister

    It was the first time firefighting planes had been sent up from the normally drier and hotter south of the country to tackle fires in the Paris region.
  23. Amber Davies calls out audience member for filming Legally Blonde performance

    The ex-Love Islander says she asked for the theatregoer, who was sitting in the front row, to be kicked out.
  24. Russian anti-war politician Boris Nadezhdin detained by police

    Boris Nadezhdin attempted to run against Vladimir Putin at the 2024 presidential election, but was prevented from doing so.
  25. I passed my Grade 8 piano exam with one hand

    Freya Terris' achievement has inspired music exam board ABRSM to publish a new syllabus for one hand.
  26. German court convicts Iraqi couple of enslaving Yazidi girls

    The pair, named only as Twana H.S. and Asia R. A., left Germany for Iraq in 2015 and became members of the Islamic State group.
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  28. Does Andy Burnham Have A New Plan For Tax?

    And what will his premiership mean for your payslip?
  29. The battle for Charlie Kirk’s legacy

    Will young people still vote Republican after Kirk’s death?
  30. Man Utd sign £48m Santos and close in on Tielemans

    Manchester United sign Andrey Santos from Chelsea and are in advanced talks with Aston Villa for Youri Tielemans.
  31. Most clinical? Least creative? Best in the air? Comparing the last four

    BBC Sport compares statistics for France, Spain, Argentina and England in the World Cup so far as the semi-finalists prepare to meet.
  32. India outplay England - but is women's Test cricket struggling for relevance?

    The scheduling of the game and the announcement of Brendon McCullum's sacking left the historic Lord's Test between England and India struggling for relevance, so what is the future of women's Test cricket?
  33. BBC experts pick their England World Cup semi-final XI - do you agree?

    England are through to the World Cup semi-finals, but who would you pick in your starting XI?
  34. Drama, celebrations and outfits - our end-of-Wimbledon awards

    This year's Wimbledon has been full of excitement, interesting stories and great British success - Naomi Broady runs through her favourite moments.
  35. 'Out of this world!' - Best shots of Wimbledon 2026

    Enjoy the best shots of Wimbledon 2026, featuring Great Britain's Arthur Fery, Novak Djokovic, Coco Gauff and more.