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Counter terrorism police now leading 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.

More than 2,700 people may have died in exceptional May and June heatwaves in England and Wales
Most deaths will have occurred in the June heatwave, experts say, when a rare red heat alert was issued.

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

UK proscribes 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

Infantino opens door to 64-team World Cup
Plans for a 64-team men's world cup are set to be picked up and assessed in detail after the 2026 tournament with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino saying football needs to be "for the whole world".

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.

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.

Burnham set for No 10: BBC correspondents on what Trump, Putin and others will make of him
In the US, China, Europe, Russia and elsewhere, how is the UK's expected new prime minister regarded?

Starting uni? What to know about the free NHS meningitis B jab in England
It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year.

Has SpaceX lost momentum one month after its stock market debut made history?
A month on from the firm's stock market debut, the reality of how SpaceX currently makes money has seemed to come into clearer focus.

From shock loss to Wimbledon title - resilient Sinner rises back to top
For a brief moment after his shock French Open loss, Jannik Sinner appeared vulnerable. He answered the critics by storming to a second Wimbledon title.

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.

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.

Arthur Fery invites Prince George and Princess Charlotte to play tennis
The Princess of Wales congratulated Arthur Fery on his run to the semi-finals and wished him a happy birthday.

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.

Ted Lasso actor Fernandez makes professional debut
Ted Lasso actor Cristo Fernandez makes his professional football debut for American second-tier side El Paso Locomotive.

Extra £250m for police in England to boost Jewish community safety
Police forces are to receive extra funds to help increase protection in Jewish communities.

Heavy rains and flash floods in Bangladesh leave 51 dead
Thousands have lost their homes as flash floods and landslides have hit large parts of the country.

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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Does Andy Burnham Have A New Plan For Tax?
And what will his premiership mean for your payslip?

The battle for Charlie Kirk’s legacy
Will young people still vote Republican after Kirk’s death?

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.

Man Utd close to completing Tielemans deal
Manchester United are in advanced talks with Aston Villa over Belgium midfielder Youri Tielemans

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?

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.

Ted Lasso actor Fernandez makes professional debut
Ted Lasso actor Cristo Fernandez makes his professional football debut for American second-tier side El Paso Locomotive.

Ecclestone battles for hard-fought 50
Sophie Ecclestone battles for a hard-fought 50 with England fighting to save the historic Test against India at Lord's.

Al Jazeera

South Korea rolls out plan to tackle youth suicide crisis
South Korea rolls out plan to tackle youth suicide crisis

Al Jazeera bids farewell to founder Sheikh Hamad
Al Jazeera bids farewell to founder Sheikh Hamad

Yemen gov’t says its forces attacked Sanaa airport
Gov't says its forces carried out a strike at Sanaa airport to prevent an Iranian aircraft from landing there.

Will the 2030 World Cup expand to 64 teams? What FIFA’s Infantino says
FIFA president says during the first World Cup to feature 48 teams that it's under consideration.

EU countries consider sanctions on trade from illegal Israeli settlements
Pressure from EU member states to impose sanctions has increased in recent months amid escalating settler violence.

France vs Spain: World Cup semifinal – Mbappe, Yamal, predictions, kickoff
Kylian Mbappe's France continue their quest for the world title, facing Lamine Yamal's Spain in a blockbuster semifinal.

Wildfires near Paris force evacuations, disrupt train lines and motorway
Wildfires spread over 800 hectares near Fontainebleau, as authorities sent two ​waterbombing planes to tackle blazes.

‘It’s expensive’: Syria’s electricity has improved, but challenges remain
Damascus residents say state-supplied power has noticeably improved recently but complain about the cost of energy.

Explosions and large fires following Ukrainian attacks on Russia
Explosions and large fires following Ukrainian attacks on Russia

New Iran strikes on Gulf as US attacks escalate: What we know
Iran targets its Gulf neighbours in third round of tit-for-tat attacks with US in a week.

In Wales, an artist sews names of Gaza’s infant victims on christening gown
Diana Williams embroiders names of 300 babies killed by Israel on gown, an evocative work she hopes will reach New York.

US and Iran trade strikes as ceasefire comes under growing strain
Iran's IRGC says it attacked sites linked to the US military in Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman after latest US bombardment.

Typhoon Bavi pummels China’s eastern coast
Dramatic video captured the moment waves caused by Typhoon Bavi slammed into a house in China’s Zhejiang province.

Watch World Cup: Preview ahead of Spain-France semifinal 1
Latest match highlights, reaction and previews from the FIFA World Cup 2026 in North America.

More than 2,700 deaths in UK linked to May, June heatwaves
The UK has experienced two record heatwaves this year, with temperatures reaching 35.1C in May and 37.7C in June.

Kimmit: Renewed US-Iran fighting could reignite wider regional conflict
Retired US General Mark Kimmitt warns renewed attacks in the Strait of Hormuz could push the US and Iran

In Iran, Pezeshkian will be the scapegoat for the failed MoU
Putting all the blame on the Iranian president covers up tensions between competing factions in Tehran.

FIFA World Cup: Which semifinal team has best chance to win the trophy?
Form guide on the final four teams as they battle it out for the FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy in the United States.

Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill dies aged 78
Death of New Zealand actor in Sydney was 'sudden and unexpected', according to a family statement.

Sheikh Hamad: The Arab leader who broke Israel’s siege on Gaza
A look at Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani's enduring legacy of solidarity and support for the Palestinian people.

How former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani built Qatar’s economy
Sheikh Hamad, who passed away aged 74 on Sunday, reshaped Qatar's economy by building lasting wealth and growth.

Iran attacks US military bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan
Iran launches attacks on Gulf states, targeting US military assets in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.

Elderly Palestinian describes being beaten up by Israeli settlers
Israeli settlers assaulted 79-year-old Ibrahim al-Jabour and his family in Masafer Yatta in the Occupied West Bank.

FIFA World Cup: Is France, Spain, Argentina and England best semifinals?
Mbappe, Messi, Yamal, Kane - and Bellingham - are in the semifinals, but will the performances match the reputations?

Deadly Bangkok pub blaze revives concerns over fire safety lapses
Al Jazeera's Tony Cheng reports from the site where a deadly fire tore through a Bangkok pub around midnight on Monday.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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'