Government promises to act after 'shocking' failings in maternity care in England
An independent inquiry has found "unacceptable racism and discrimination" is affecting patient safety.
Refugees would be told to repay around £10,000 under new asylum bill
The Home Office will be given powers to recover costs from adults who have received asylum support under new laws.
Manhunt under way in France after bomb injures Ukrainian oligarch and family in Monaco
The blast was caused by an explosive device which appeared to contain bolts and pellets, the head of Monaco's government said.
One big win and three defeats for Trump in dramatic day at Supreme Court
While Trump celebrated a ruling expanding presidential power to remove and replace regulators, other decisions were major setbacks.
Government 'cannot deport' grooming gang ringleader
A 55-year-old law means the government has no legal powers to remove Shabir Ahmed from the UK.
Another UK heatwave could be on the way
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'No rescuers have been sent': Venezuelans accuse government of negligence over earthquake response
People in areas devastated by twin earthquakes say they need more support from the government.
Homes harder to sell as high mortgage rates frustrate buyers
Three in five homes listed for sale since January remain on the market, says property portal Zoopla.
Pupil put in isolation booth for more than half a school year, BBC learns
The pupil's experience in a Yorkshire school highlights concerns about zero-tolerance behaviour policies.
US security chief 'danced happy dance' after Iran exit
The United States' head of homeland security says he "danced a happy dance" when Iran's elimination from the World Cup was confirmed.
Pick Kobbie Mainoo over Elliot Anderson against DR Congo, says Wayne Rooney
Former England captain Wayne Rooney says he would start Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo instead of Elliot Anderson in Wednesday's World Cup last-32 tie with DR Congo.
Germany fans in need of hope as prospect of Klopp looms
As Germany again fail to progress at a World Cup BBC Sport looks at the fallout from their defeat by Paraguay and what happens next.
Why are South Korean fans so angry at their football coach?
Hong Myung-bo has resigned after South Korea failed to advance to the World Cup knockout stages.
Rescuers keep up search for survivors at collapsed La Guaira building
At least 1,700 people are known to have been killed in the disaster but hope remains that others can continue to be found alive.
Aftershock frays nerves as many Venezuelans left to fend for themselves
In areas devastated by the twin earthquakes, people are using crowbars, pickaxes and their bare hands to try to reach survivors.
'No one move!': The agonising silence as Venezuela rescuers listen for survivors
With tens of thousands of people still believed missing, teams listen for signs of life beneath the rubble.
Dogs, drones and sound detectors: How rescuers search for quake survivors
Teams armed with a range of techniques continue to dig through the rubble in Venezuela.
We had packed lunches every day for 10 years and retired at 40
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Chris Mason: Burnham revels on public stage but has little time to hammer ideas into shape
As a man who has held prime ministerial ambitions for years, Andy Burnham makes his dash for the door, political editor Chris Mason writes.
Is tennis' relentless nature causing injury crisis?
After British stars Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu withdrew injured from Wimbledon, BBC Sport analyses why so many top players are struggling with injury.
In pictures: Stunning Strawberry Moon lights up the sky
Clear night skies over Hampshire and Dorset give stunning shots of the Strawberry Moon.
Why £15 durians are being sold at half price or given away for free
As Malaysian durians are being sold at throwaway prices, farmers worry about their livelihoods.
Lily Allen defends tour after some fans criticise show length
Some fans had complained that the show is too short because the singer only performs her latest album.
Shetland set to back £1.5bn plan to connect islands with undersea tunnels
The undersea links between some of the UK's most northerly islands could be in place within eight years.
Heavy security in South Africa as anti-migrant protesters take to the streets
Thousands of people have left South Africa ahead of Tuesday's deadline set by anti-migrant groups.
King Charles arrives in Edinburgh for Royal Week celebrations
The King's first engagement was the traditional Ceremony of the Keys in the gardens of the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Flooding hits Ghana's capital killing 13 people - with another storm forecast
People have been urged to relocate to high ground or stay indoors as more rain is expected to come.
Boy says it was incredible bumping into princess doing Three Peaks Challenge
Ted and his father say it was incredible bumping into Catherine, Princess of Wales.
WhatsApp to let people chat by swapping usernames instead of phone numbers
The app's new usernames feature will be rolled out globally over the next few months.
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Pick Mainoo over Anderson against DR Congo - Rooney
Former England captain Wayne Rooney says he would start Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo instead of Elliot Anderson in Wednesday's World Cup last-32 tie with DR Congo.
Arsenal poised - can Newcastle convince Guimaraes for a second time?
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Morocco player hugs mother as team celebrates win against Netherlands
Morocco’s Ismael Saibari embraced his mother after scoring the winning penalty against Netherlands.
Gojek co-founder Nadiem Makarim sentenced to 10 years for corruption
Indonesia court finds former education minister guilty of abuse of authority and of causing state losses.
FIFA World Cup: Tuesday schedule, predictions and eliminated teams
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The justices deliver consequential rulings on mail-in ballots, the E Jean Carroll case and the firing of Lisa Cook.
Man in Gaza survives double tap Israeli strike on vehicle
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Advocacy groups file complaint against Ghana over Trump deportations
The deportees were sent to Ghana, then to their home countries, despite earlier rulings by US judges that it was unsafe.
The next British PM should steer clear of Starmer’s shameful legacy
The outgoing PM succeeded in enabling genocide and failed miserably at improving the lives of ordinary Brits.
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Paraguay's longshot win against Germany in the Round of 32 is the latest in a long line of World Cup knockout boilovers.
Video: At least two killed and hundreds displaced in Israeli attack on Gaza
An Israeli attack on the al-Mawasi camp in Khan Younis has killed several people, including a mother and her child.
Heatwave scorches east Europe as Slovakia, Czechia see record temperatures
Some 130 million people in Central and Eastern Europe endure temperatures above 35C (95F) as heat records set.
Caracas park helps children cope through activities after twin quakes
A public park in Caracas has been transformed into a hub of activities for children to help them cope after twin quakes.
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EU gets tough on China as trade imbalance stokes deindustrialisation fears
Talks between EU trade commissioner and Chinese commerce minister come as bloc seeks to limit influx of Chinese imports.
What to know about the Colorado primary elections in the US
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Erling Haaland's Norway face Yan Diomande-powered Ivory Coast, as the pair clash for a place in the round of 16.
Millions in India’s Bengal risk losing welfare benefits over voter deletion
Controversial revision of electoral rolls removed millions. Now, the BJP says they are not eligible for government aid.
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At the World Cup, the media has set up a moral checkpoint
While US and European players just get to play football, Global South footballers are questioned about politics.
DR Congo says 1,307 Ebola cases confirmed, including 377 deaths
Outbreak spreads to a fourth province, Haut-Uele, bordering South Sudan and the CAR, according to a media report.
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WhatsApp to let users go by usernames, not phone numbers
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Peru elects Keiko Fujimori in victory for Latin American right
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Rescuers race to find survivors in Venezuela's quake-hit areas as families cling to hope amid widespread devastation.
Moment drone hits vehicle in Zaporizhzhia
Video shows the moment a vehicle was damaged by a drone in Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine.
Tokyo Trial debunks notorious Yasukuni Shrine's inverted narrative
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Chinese courts step up crackdown on cyber crimes
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CPC Central Committee, State Council congratulate Chinese Winter Olympics delegation
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S. Korea's ex-president Yoon sentenced to 5 years in prison over obstruction of justice
Russia-China ties crucial for global stability: Putin at annual conference
China, Russia conduct strategic alignment on issues related to Japan
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
Multiple regions roll out autumn breaks for primary, secondary schools, stimulating local tourism
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