Police criticise timing of decision on pubs staying open for England match
The "late announcement" extending opening hours to 05:00 on Monday means taking officers away from other duties, the National Police Chiefs' Council says.
Three men found not guilty of journalist Lyra McKee's murder
The 29-year-old was shot while observing rioting in Londonderry in April 2019.
On the Strait of Hormuz, BBC finds seized ships and shark fishermen as uneasy calm returns
The BBC travels to the city of Bandar Abbas - the first time journalists from a UK broadcaster have been to the Iranian side of the strait.
Ukrainian suspect hunted by police after Monaco bomb attack was 'disguised as a man'
Officials believe the suspect may not have acted alone and spent days casing out scene of the attack.
NHS to reward people who walk 30 minutes a day
The "marathon a month" scheme, developed with former Olympic medallist Sir Brendan Foster, will launch early next year.
Greek man found guilty of murdering Scottish woman on Greek island in 2009
The man is sentenced to 10 years for killing Jean Hanlon from Dumfries, who was found in the waters off the Greek island in 2009.
UK in talks with Pakistan about deporting grooming gang leader
The prime minister's spokesperson says the government is exploring "all possible options in this case".
'Less than 10% sheep': How millions may have unknowingly eaten goat, skin and fat kebabs
Millions are likely to have eaten "lamb" kebabs that were actually made with goat, skin and fat.
German row over plan for workers to need sick note on first day of illness
A doctors' group says it "borders on madness" that patients will have to obtain the note in person.
Nasa launches mission to save falling space telescope
A Nasa-funded robot has blasted off to catch a falling telescope in mid-orbit and blast it back to safety before it burns up.
'Start work at 11' - but will other bosses be as flexible over England's 1am match?
Employers are being urged to use their "common sense" to allow staff to work flexibly where they can.
Argentina v Cape Verde: Breaking down biggest World Cup knockout mismatch
Lionel Messi versus Vozinha. It is the World Cup battle no-one knew they wanted, but which fans now cannot wait to see.
Why Wonderwall has become England's World Cup anthem
Post-victory singalongs between England fans and players have become a new tradition this summer.
BBC offers 'Stay Up or Catch Up' for England v Mexico
The BBC will be launching a special 'Stay Up or Catch Up' offer for its live coverage of England's game against Mexico at the 2026 World Cup.
No-gift policy for Taylor Swift, but how much should you give at a wedding?
Wedding lists are being replaced by cash requests, but guests are divided over how much to give.
After 250 years the American Dream is surviving, but only just
The American Dream has persisted since the days of the Founding Fathers, but faith in the ideal is fading
Weekly quiz: Why did the princess climb the UK's three highest peaks?
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Iran nuclear and military damage revealed after restricted satellite images released
Targets hit include ballistic missile infrastructure, nuclear sites, and naval bases.
I started selling clothes from my nana's house - now I'm turning over £10m
Murci has grown from a side hustle to being featured on Love Island and promoted by influencers.
Syrian ex-colonel accused of crimes against humanity deemed 'unfit to plead'
Salem Al-Salem, 58, is charged with three counts of murder as a crime against humanity, three counts of torture and one charge of conduct ancillary to murder.
France records 2,025 excess deaths at peak of June heatwave
Forecasters are warning of further extreme temperatures on the continent in the next few days.
Burnham says there is some room for movement on tax
But the likely next PM says he will stick to Labour's pledges to not raise VAT, income tax or national insurance.
Stand-up comic held for jokes about Erdogan and Islam in Turkey crackdown
Deniz Göktaş is regarded as one of Turkey's most popular comedians and is accused of "inciting hatred and hostility" on stage.
Dangerous heatwave scorches US as Fourth of July holiday kicks off
Millions are enduring dangerous heat and humidity, with temperatures expected to stay at 38C (100F) for several days.
Man jailed for shooting dead boy in park play area
Aderahman Boumzough was jailed for 35 years for murdering Rene Graham and also for attempted murder.
Iran begins public mourning for Ayatollah killed in February
Ali Khamenei's body will lie in state in Tehran's Grand Mosalla from Friday ahead of days-long funeral events.
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Zendaya stars in this heated tennis love triangle
A love triangle forms between three tennis players.
Argentina v Cape Verde: Breaking down biggest World Cup knockout mismatch
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BBC offers 'Stay Up or Catch Up' for England v Mexico
The BBC will be launching a special 'Stay Up or Catch Up' offer for its live coverage of England's game against Mexico at the 2026 World Cup.
'Everyone loved Diogo' - Jota remembered one year on
On the first anniversary of Diogo Jota's death, Caoimhin Kelleher, Arne Slot, Nuno Espirito Santo, Conor Coady and Paulo Goncalves share their memories of the former Liverpool and Wolves forward.
England fan tickets for Mexico on resale for up to £26K
Tickets originally bought by England fans for Monday's last 16 game against Mexico are relisted for thousands of pounds on Fifa's official resale portal.
Curran wants chance to replace Stokes in Test team
Sam Curran wants the opportunity to fill the vacancy left by Ben Stokes, but says he will not be putting pressure on himself to make a return to Test cricket.
Why is the UK mired in a maternity and neonatal deaths scandal?
An inquiry found that more than 500 mothers and babies either came to harm or died due to poor care.
Gaza sports community pledges to continue legacy of killed goalkeeper
Slain seeking cooking gas, Gaza goalkeeper Saleem al-Ashqar joins more than 1,000 Palestinian athletes killed in war.
Mourners bury victims of Damascus cafe bombing with six lawyers among dead
Syrian Bar Association mourns six lawyers amid international condemnation of Thursday's attack in Damascus.
Election wins prove pro-Palestine US campus protests didn’t fail: Activists
With Columbia University set to be represented in Congress by former protester, advocates see 'new wave of hope'.
Osaka defeats Kasatkina to make Wimbledon round of 16
Four-time grand slam winner continues to impress at SW19, losing only four games to Daria Kasatkina in round three.
Russia’s advance collapses in Ukraine, ‘40,000’ troops killed in June
Ukraine's long-range strikes hit targets in Russia, where anxiety is rising.
Interpol names Ukrainian woman as suspect in Monaco bombing
Anastasiia Berezovska is named as the chief suspect responsible for injuring Ukrainian tycoon Vadym Yermolaiev.
Canada vs Morocco: World Cup Round of 16: Saibari, prediction, schedule
World Cup cohosts Canada face mighty Morocco in their first-ever last-16 appearance at the FIFA World Cup.
Video: The Cape Verde effect
Cape Verde's World Cup run has become about more than football.
UN sounds ‘red alert’ over human rights catastrophe in Sudan’s el-Obeid
UN human rights chief Volker Turk issued the warning over growing fears of an imminent RSF assault.
World cup wrap day 22
World cup wrap day 22
Don’t eat your greens? A diet taking Yemen by storm has doctors worried
Hospitals in Yemen report increase in workload after struck off doctor encourages diabetes patients not to take insulin.
‘If it dies, it’s on you’: Saving Nigeria’s Benin bronze casting
Behind the global restitution story, master artisans are fighting to keep a centuries-old craft alive.
Argentina fans flood Miami for Cape Verde match
Argentina fans flood Miami for Cape Verde match
Mourners pay respects as Iran’s slain leader Ali Khamenei lies in state
Iran begins seven-day state funeral for late ayatollah as some 100 foreign delegations arrive under a tense ceasefire
Video: Ronaldo appears to say ‘Bismillah’ before penalty
Cristiano Ronaldo appeared to say ‘Bismillah’ (In the name of God) twice before taking a penalty.
Bangkok’s ambulance volunteers: Saving lives or putting them at risk?
101 East enters the dangerous world of Bangkok's volunteer ambulance crews racing to be first at accident scenes.
An AIDS-free generation is within reach, but not guaranteed
New tools and community-led care can save lives, but only if governments sustain the global HIV response.
Argentina fans revel in Messi’s Miami homecoming before Cape Verde match
Argentinian supporters turn Miami Beach into a celebratory hub ahead of their team's only World Cup match in Messi city.
Nagelsmann quits as Germany coach after early World Cup 2026 exit
Nagelsmann's departure leaves the door open for former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp to take over, if he wants the job.
What is Nayara, the Indian firm Russia is reportedly importing oil from?
Ukrainian forces have repeatedly targeted Russian oil facilities causing long queues for fuel across the country.
Moldova’s prime minister quits, triggering government’s resignation
Alexandru Munteanu's resignation came as pressure has intensified over alleged corruption in a state-owned company.
Russia’s triumphant tone shifts as Ukraine deploys ‘asymmetrical tactics’
Putin wobbles as Russia's top brass stays mum on Kyiv's long-range strikes, which analysts say look set to continue.
US Police staff spark altercation with Egyptian players posing with fans
US Police sparked a confrontation with Egypt's national team as they posed with fans at their hotel in Dallas.
Israel approves plan to establish 13 new settlements in occupied West Bank
Palestinian officials warn against the implications of the plan, saying it would further isolate East Jerusalem.
Tokyo Trial debunks notorious Yasukuni Shrine's inverted narrative
China schedules next moonshot this year: developer
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
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
No case of Nipah virus disease detected in China so far: China's disease control authorities
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
GT on the spot: UN officials praise bird conservation efforts at Poyang Lake in Jiangxi
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