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Why this heatwave feels worse than the last one
A combination of factors is making this heatwave more uncomfortable than some we have had in the past, as Simon King explains

Baby deaths and toxic culture - the Nottingham maternity report at a glance
A long-awaited review into maternity services in Nottingham finds "systemic" failings.

Train passed red signal before fatal crash, says report
A preliminary report from the Independent Rail Accident Investigation Branch is published.

Burnham on course to be PM, but what would his No 10 operation look like?
Burnham's top team starting to take shape as questions remain over his policies and priorities.

Scotland on 'brink of history', fans say ahead of Brazil World Cup tie
Scotland will play their final group stage match against Brazil later, with hopes of making it to the knock-out stages.

UN nuclear chief says inspectors will visit Iran sites as part of war deal
Rafael Grossi says the IAEA is "working on modalities" but an Iranian minister says such access would only be part of a final deal with the US.

Police took eight minutes to find Henry Nowak's fatal stab wound
The Southampton student died from his injuries, while handcuffed on the ground by Hampshire police officers

Ben Stokes reveals 'highest pressure' of England captaincy
Captain Ben Stokes admits England are under the “highest amount of pressure” since he and coach Brendon McCullum took charge four years ago.

Biggest city in Crimea without power after Ukraine strikes
Sevastopol's Moscow-installed governor warns there will be no electricity in some areas until the evening.

GTA 6 will cost $80 - and physical edition will not contain a disc
Rockstar has said physical copies of the game will contain a code for a digital download for the game.

The UK's summers are getting hotter - but how prepared are we?
Based on current trends parts of the UK are set to see 40C summers regularly within a couple of decades.

How to use windows, blinds and fans to keep your home cool
Six simple things you can do to help keep your house cool when temperatures rise.

Power outages hit France as record heatwave set to peak
About 68,000 homes in Brittany have been affected, with electricity unlikely to be fully restored until Wednesday night.

Want to cool down in the water? Here's how to do it safely
Pick designated swimming spots, learn about riptides and don't use inflatables at the beach, experts say.

Air conditioning creates political divide as France records hottest day
France is being forced to re-think its longstanding reservations about air-conditioning as temperatures soar.

No need to panic for England - but this was a reality check
England's drab goalless draw with Ghana is no cause to panic - but it does serve as a reality check, writes Phil McNulty.

Scotland primed for game of their lives against fallible Brazil
Scotland don't know what they need against Brazil to reach the World Cup knockout phase, but will know they need to improve on the previous two games, writes Tom English.

Why Bellingham was not sent off for covering his mouth
England midfielder Jude Bellingham was not shown a red card despite covering his mouth while talking to Ghana's Jordan Ayew.

Want to feel happier at work? Take a five-minute walk
Sitting for prolonged periods is associated with health complications – but you can counteract the risks of a sedentary life.

Ten years on, Brexit's economic impact is becoming clearer
A decade ago, many economists argued the UK would sustain longer-term economic damage by leaving the EU. So what did happen?

Why are there holiday delay warnings over the EU's new border system?
The EU's much-delayed Entry/Exit System will change the way UK passengers travel to 29 countries.

'Our house was turned into a cannabis farm while Dad was in hospital'
Police say estate agents and some landlords are cashing in on cannabis crime in rental properties.

Luxury watches and £220 teapot: Police pictures reveal Peter Murrell's illicit purchases
Dozens of new images released by the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service now show some of the items he purchased illegally.

King meets women's cricket team that is not allowed to exist
King Charles shows his support for the Afghan women's cricket team, who are no longer allowed to play official games.

Badenoch won't say sorry for language at fiery Commons session
The Tory leader used Prime Minister's Questions to attack government ministers and Labour MPs following Sir Keir Starmer's resignation as Labour leader.

Trust pays £187k over trans changing room tribunal
Seven Darlington nurses are being compensated following a dispute over single-sex changing rooms.

French woman allegedly held captive by husband for 12 years rescued in Pakistan
Yasmina alleges she was held along with her five children, and they were all cut off from the outside world.

France confirms first Ebola case
The French doctor had been working in DR Congo, where more than 260 people are known to have died.

Beach hut with no power or running water goes on sale for £200k
Despite the seemingly-high price tag, the beach hut is expected to fetch lots of interest.

Jesy Nelson 'outraged' after MPs debate muscle condition that affects her twins
The singer says children face a "postcode lottery", as testing for the disease is staggered.

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Will Anyone Challenge Burnham For PM?
And, what is Burnham’s economic plan for the country?

The Climate Question: Is climate change ruining our sleep?
How the rise in night-time temperatures is starting to disrupt our sleep and health

Tuchel's England are opposite to Southgate's - and built to beat top teams
BBC Sport's football tactics writer Umir Irfan explains why Thomas Tuchel's England system is built to prosper against the world's top nations.

Stokes reveals 'highest pressure' of England captaincy
Captain Ben Stokes admits England are under the “highest amount of pressure” since he and coach Brendon McCullum took charge four years ago.

Scotland primed for game of their lives against fallible Brazil
Scotland don't know what they need against Brazil to reach the World Cup knockout phase, but will know they need to improve on the previous two games, writes Tom English.

Wales boss Bellamy in talks over Burnley job
Burnley hope to complete a deal to appoint Wales boss Craig Bellamy following Scott Parker's departure.

Why Bellingham was not sent off for covering his mouth
England midfielder Jude Bellingham was not shown a red card despite covering his mouth while talking to Ghana's Jordan Ayew.

England to face Scotland? World Cup knockout stage as it stands
Use BBC Sport's projections tool with in-game updates to plot your country's route through the World Cup knockouts.

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Rubio tries to reassure Gulf allies on US-Iran deal details
Rubio tours Gulf in bid to allay allies' security concerns over the US-Iran memorandum of understanding.

When Paris is hotter than Mecca: How Europe’s heatwave compares globally
Paris and other European cities are seeing temperatures above 40C (104F), levels normally seen across the Middle East.

Deaths, disruptions across Europe: What you should know about the heatwave
Experts say the climate crisis is making Europe's heatwaves more frequent and more intense.

What does Pakistan stand to gain from helping broker the US-Iran deal?
Pakistan sees strategic opportunity in the US-Iran thaw, including trade, energy access and renewed regional relevance.

Iranians cautiously optimistic about thorny deal with US
Iran is watching closely as months of complex negotiations lie ahead amid internal political disputes.

World Cup 2026: Full group schedule and top third-round matches to watch
Remaining group schedule, teams, as well as the best third-round group fixtures at the tournament in North America.

Japan weighs deploying forces to demine the Strait of Hormuz
Japan is considering sending its navy to help clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz following the US-Iran ceasefire.

World Cup 2026: Messi, Mbappe, Haaland contest best ever Golden Boot race?
Lionel Messi leads the way with five goals with Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland second with four goals each.

Mamdani-backed candidates defeat pro-Israel lawmakers in primaries
Candidates backed by Zohran Mamdani have scored major wins in primaries, unseating Democrats backed by pro-Israel groups

US Senate approves Iran war powers resolution: What that means for Trump
Four Republicans cross party lines to vote in favour of the measure.

North Korea commissions warship as Kim eyes nuclear navy
Kim Jong Un vows to equip North Korea's navy with nuclear weapons, signaling a strategic shift in military capabilities.

Brazil vs Scotland World Cup 2026: Preview, prediction, team news, lineups
Neymar could make his first appearance at this World Cup as Scotland aim to escape the group stage for the first time.

Kenya braces for return of Gen Z protests – how did they begin?
Two years since Gen Z protests rocked President Ruto's government, thousands gear up to take to the streets again.

France confirms first Ebola case in doctor returning from DR Congo
The patient is in isolation, following strict biosafety protocols to prevent risk of spread in France.

How to stay cool and treat heatstroke during a heatwave
Heatstroke is a severe medical condition that occurs when a human body’s internal temperature exceeds 40C (104F).

Ukraine attacks on Russian-occupied Crimea trigger power cuts in Sevastopol
The largest city on the Russia-controlled peninsula has been left without power after an attack on energy facilities.

Four Gaza aid flotilla activists released from Libya detention
Global Sumud Flotilla group says six others remain in detention and are expected to be released within 24 hours.

Israeli soldiers ‘celebrate’ inside displaced Lebanese family’s home
Israeli soldiers ‘celebrate’ inside displaced Lebanese family's home

World Cup 2026: Key takeaways from the second round of group stage matches
Here's a look at the viral moments, on-field controversies, the biggest players, best performances, goals and more.

South Africa’s crises will not be solved by blaming migrants
The solution is real socio-economic change in the country, and the labour movement is best positioned to push for it.

North Korea commissions largest-ever warship
North Korea commissions largest-ever warship

Ukraine strikes strategic Russian bridge in Crimea
Ukraine strikes strategic Russian bridge in Crimea

Ukraine’s recovery to be deliberated in Poland amid Kyiv-Warsaw spat
Amid a brewing row that tests Poland's alliance with Ukraine, President Zelenskyy will skip a key conference.

Mamdani-backed candidates sweep New York City Democratic primaries
Democratic socialist candidates backed by New York City mayor win key primaries, ousting two sitting congressmen.

Power outages in France as Europe bakes in record heat
Italy declares red heatwave alert in 16 cities, including Rome, as UK prepares for highest ever June temperatures.

Global Times

China to introduce new train timetable from July 1, including high-speed train service between Beijing and Urumqi

Chinese expert criticizes Filipino FM's claim that Japan-Philippines delimitation 'nothing to do' with China, warns move serves ulterior purposes beyond bilateral talks

Tokyo Trial debunks notorious Yasukuni Shrine's inverted narrative

DC gala shooting suspect voices grievances against US administration in writings to family: media reports

Local Insights: At the 13th Baku Global Forum, global participants look to China for new path of multilateralism and stability

Over 3,000 protests staged across US on one month of strikes against Iran, scale 'suggests mounting public dissatisfaction that risks more chaos': expert

China schedules next moonshot this year: developer

Nearly 4.9 million visits from Taiwan to mainland in 2025 with one-third made by young people: CPPCC member

NPC deputy calls to make comprehensive sex education a formal part of China's basic education curriculum

Renowned scholar and political advisor expresses confidence in China's AI development, computing power

China's 2026 defense budget set at 1.94 trillion yuan: spokesperson

NPC deputy suggests optimizing vacations, breaks to stimulate domestic consumption

NPC deputy suggests better informing patients of fertility risks before treatment

Chinese courts step up crackdown on cyber crimes

China's astronaut center addresses challenges of long-term human survival on exoplanets: political advisor and China's first female taikonaut to enter space station

From Pegasus to Blades of the Guardians, film IPs fuel Xinjiang's tourism boom, NPC deputy tells GT

CPC Central Committee, State Council congratulate Chinese Winter Olympics delegation

Chinese, Iranian diplomats meet before US-Iran nuclear talk; move reflects Teheran's willingness to seek intl support: Chinese expert

China stresses Taiwan at 'core of core interests' after Xi-Trump call; Room for 'relying on US for independence' illusion will only shrink further: expert

Uruguayan president visits Great Wall, Palace Museum on 2nd day of China trip; Chinese expert says growing interest in CPC history shows wish to learn from China

Trump claims India will buy Venezuelan oil, welcomes China's investment; Chinese expert notices remarks 'unilateral,' no confirmation from Indian side

Takaichi skipping of TV debate due to 'hand injury' sparks dissatisfaction from Japanese politicians, netizens, saying Takaichi avoids key questions including Unification Church scandal

Chinese FM holds strategic dialogue with Russia's Shoigu; Wang warns the world 'faces risk of regressing to law of jungle'

No case of Nipah virus disease detected in China so far: China's disease control authorities

China's first Type 054B frigate reaches operational capability, official media reveals amid warship's first commissioning anniversary

PLA Navy's Type 055 large destroyer boosts anti-submarine capabilities with confrontational exercise in South China Sea

S. Korea's ex-president Yoon sentenced to 5 years in prison over obstruction of justice

Shenzhou-20 taikonauts make 1st public appearance after safe return following debris incident, recounts details

The Irish Taoiseach's visit to China in 14 years could be a 'touchstone' for China-EU relations: expert

ROK president arrives in Beijing with 200 business delegates, hails full restoration of bilateral ties 'the greatest achievement'

Witnesses of Struggle: GT visits Hump Route crash site in Xizang, retracing enduring memory of wartime sacrifice and friendship

China imposes countermeasures against 20 US companies, 10 senior executives in response to US arms sales to Taiwan

Russia-China ties crucial for global stability: Putin at annual conference

Chinese FM strongly condemns $11b US arms sales to Taiwan; DPP authorities 'thanking' Washington slammed by island netizens

Chinese Embassy in UK urges London to recognize reality, adopt correct mindset following Starmer's China-related remarks

No 'slave's peace'

HK to set up judge-led independent commission to investigate deadly fire; Chief Executive vows accountability to be pursued to very end

China, Russia conduct strategic alignment on issues related to Japan

2025 Understanding China Conference opens in Guangzhou, spotlighting 15th Five-Year Plan and China's global initiatives

Practitioner's Insights: Large-scale Chinese-built wind power projects in S.Africa turn stable, abundant electricity supply for locals from luxury into reality

Never alone in times of crisis: HK and mainland stand in solidarity to aid rescue and relief in high-rise fire

Civic groups in Taiwan protest Lai's arms push, oppose being dragged toward battlefield

Kuliang bond forges 'hometown affection' across the Pacific

Chinese premier arrives in Johannesburg for 1st G20 summit in Africa

Chinese scientists document first evidence of tool use in giant pandas

GT investigates: From political opportunist to militarist advocate: An expose of Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's radical path

GT investigates: How Japan's PM revives bellicism mindset, perpetuates 'victim narrative' pushed by right-wing forces since WWI

Multiple regions roll out autumn breaks for primary, secondary schools, stimulating local tourism

GT on the spot: UN officials praise bird conservation efforts at Poyang Lake in Jiangxi

China's cosmic ray observatory uncovers mystery of cosmic 'knee'