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  1. Woman assaulted by double murderer says nightmare became 'real life' when police let him attack again

    Serial sex offender Simon Levy went on to murder two women and rape a third after a series of disastrous decisions that left him free to roam the streets.
  2. Summer 2026 on course to be UK's hottest on record, says Met Office

    Only average conditions are needed for the remainder of August to break the record, which was set just last year.
  3. Police chiefs call for PM to prevent early release of PC Harper's killers

    The intervention comes after Andy Burnham said he was "confident" the early release of PC Harper's killers could be prevented.
  4. Eclipse chasers scramble for glasses as stocks run low

    Specialist glasses are all but sold out online ahead of the UK's most significant eclipse since 1999.
  5. Watch: Was Trump smuggled out of Air Force One in a catering truck?

    US media reports say the president secretly left via a catering truck to avoid a threat to his life from Iran.
  6. Rescuers scramble for survivors with 180 dead in Colombia earthquake

    Colombia experienced a number of aftershocks on Tuesday, as efforts continued to free survivors trapped in rubble and buildings.
  7. Russia using North Korean missiles to strike Ukraine, Zelensky says

    Ukraine's president says strikes in Zaporizhzhia - which killed seven people - involved ballistic missiles from Russia's ally.
  8. The Office actress Lucy Davis says she has 'incurable' cancer

    Davis, who played receptionist Dawn in the UK sitcom, says the cancer has spread and it's "too late for chemo".
  9. Wealthier areas must play their part in housing asylum seekers, Burnham suggests

    The prime minister was asked about protests over plans to use a former military base to house asylum seekers.
  10. Luigi Mangione murder trial to have anonymous jury and overflow seating

    The judge overseeing the state murder trial has set out some rules for public access, but other questions remain about the high-profile case.
  11. Russia releases former US Marine reported in poor health

    Trump said Robert Gilman, who was arrested in 2022, was released on a humanitarian basis, after he had reportedly been in a catatonic-like state.
  12. Criticism as thousands of seats empty at Europeans Athletics Championships

    Nearly 10,000 seats were empty at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium on Monday.
  13. Three ways to watch safely without glasses

    With some shops running out of stock, it may be too late to buy eclipse glasses - but you can still safely watch the spectacle using some household items.
  14. What it's like to chase solar eclipses around the world

    For many, a total solar eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But for a dedicated few, it's a deep passion.
  15. Weather forecast - where will the best view be?

    Look to the skies on Wednesday because one of the most spectacular solar eclipses for decades is coming the UK's way with likely optimum viewing conditions for many.
  16. How can Andy Burnham stop PC Harper's killers being released early?

    None of the solutions proposed are quick or easy and some carry political risk, writes UK correspondent Daniel Sandford.
  17. The map showing world's division over Infantino

    BBC Sport uses visuals to explore the support and opposition to Gianni Infantino's leadership of Fifa from its members.
  18. Burnham faces unpopularity test over prisons dilemma

    The early release conundrum has given the new PM his first taste of tricky political decision-making.
  19. Gap between children's swimming skills revealed - search for your school

    How is your school doing on teaching pupils life-saving swimming skills in the English curriculum?
  20. Amanda Knox comedy show 'sincere' but 'just not very funny'

    The Edinburgh Fringe show received a mixed response, with many reviewers saying typical stand-up fare.
  21. How to get a good night's sleep during hot weather

    Simple tips to help you get a good night's sleep when temperatures rise.
  22. BBC Weather's monthly outlook

    Our latest long-term UK forecast focusing on likely trends for the next four weeks.
  23. No air con? Here's how to get the most out of your electric fan

    Point it at your face? Use a bowl of ice? Open a window? Our experts separate fact from fiction.
  24. Why heatwaves hit women harder

    Experts are calling for better awareness of the heat-related risks to women and more targeted efforts to protect them.
  25. Perseid meteor shower reaches peak: When and where to catch a glimpse

    On Wednesday night the Perseids will peak offering the best chance of seeing a 'shooting star'.
  26. Councils to get more powers to stop vape and betting shops, PM announces

    Prime Minister Andy Burnham says town centres have been "hollowed out" by decades of decline.
  27. France bans unsolicited telemarketing calls

    Cold calling is coming to an end in France, with one consumer group calling the ban a "small revolution".
  28. Former judge removed by Orbán elected Hungarian president

    Since taking office in early May, the new Hungarian government has lost no time dismantling Viktor Orbán's legacy.
  29. Man guilty of harassing MP Stella Creasy on Tube train

    The man was "abusive and aggressive" towards the Walthamstow Labour MP on a Victoria line train.
  30. Ousted Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death in absentia

    The ex-president is convicted of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity during the country's civil war.
  31. England set to be one of the first countries to eliminate hepatitis C

    England is on track to become one of the first countries in the world to eliminate hepatitis C, a dangerous virus that attacks the liver, figures show.
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  33. Did President Trump Escape Air Force One In A Catering Truck?

    The Washington Post has reported on a secret presidential plane swap.
  34. How a murder case fuelled a culture war

    How Luigi Mangione's case became a battleground in America's culture wars
  35. Uncovering sexual misconduct claims against the Oscar-winning actor

    Multiple women accuse Oscar-winning Hollywood actor Jared Leto of sexual misconduct.
  36. GB's Glave and Azu claim European 100m one-two

    Great Britain's Romell Glave and Jeremiah Azu claim a sensational European 100m one-two for the hosts in Birmingham.
  37. A coup for Bezos and a windfall for FSG - where does deal leave Liverpool?

    Why investment by a group including Jeff Bezos would not make a marked difference to Liverpool's spending power - and might sit uneasily with fans.
  38. Jaissle 'bit scared' how refs will take 'emotional' touchline style

    Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle cut a measured figure at his unveiling news conference, but Premier League managers will come up against someone very different
  39. Criticism of empty seats and ticket prices at Europeans

    Nearly 10,000 seats were empty at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium on Monday.
  40. Unhappy PSG given extra Super Cup dressing room

    Champions League winners Paris St-Germain were unhappy with the space they were given at Red Bull Arena.
  41. Super Giants deny Sunrisers and boost knockout bid

    Manchester Super Giants gave themselves a huge chance of qualifying for the knockout stages of The Hundred with a 10-wicket win over Sunrisers Leeds.
  42. Palace co-owner spoke to McNeil's partner before move

    Crystal Palace co-owner and chairman Steve Parish contacts Dwight McNeil's partner before the midfielder's move to the club.