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Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:26:53 GMT
Starmer tells of 'intensely personal' decision to quit and warns Burnham in first interview since resigning
In an untypically candid interview, the outgoing PM tells the BBC it was "really tough" to accept his political career was over.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 18:22:58 GMT
Burnham rules out calling early election as PM
The newly elected MP for Makerfield is expected to become PM this month and says he will stick to the 2024 Labour manifesto.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 00:16:26 GMT
England-Mexico 1am kick-off unchanged after Fifa U-turn
England's World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico will kick off as scheduled at 01:00 BST on Monday.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 00:23:47 GMT
UK temperatures forecast to exceed 30C as another heatwave imminent
Another heatwave is on its way and set to last significantly longer as Stav Danaos explains.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 00:29:58 GMT
Force bosses to face MPs over maternity scandal, says Streeting
Former health secretary Wes Streeting says the "cowardice" of leaders who refused to co-operate was "an insult".

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:54:31 GMT
Mini-marts linked to convicted people smuggler closed after BBC investigation
We traced Twana Jamal, once the "the godfather" of French migrant camps, to two shops in Leicestershire.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 21:31:05 GMT
How to walk 30 minutes a day - your tips after NHS scheme announced
From walking the dog before breakfast to getting off the bus a stop early, readers share their tips for building a daily walking habit.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:06:14 GMT
Tartan Army's World Cup traffic cone high jinks are taking over Scotland
Scotland fans' coning of statues during the World Cup has led to a surge in the practice back home, but not everyone has welcomed it.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:38:55 GMT
Man dies and two injured in crash between coach and van
The van driver died at the scene, while the bus driver and a 14-year-old passenger were taken to hospital.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 09:24:10 GMT
What you need to know for Pride in London 2026
The annual LGBTQIA+ event will take place across central London on Saturday 4 July.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:22:38 GMT
Financial adviser conned £2m out of his friends and neighbours
Timothy Barnes admitted defrauding dozens of people, a charitable trust, and a residents' association.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:21:24 GMT
Mum's quad bike warning after son's holiday crash
Alfie, 18, suffers fractured vertebrae, broken ribs and ruptured spleen after the accident in Zante.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:12:32 GMT
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.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:11:14 GMT
Nowak killer appeals against conviction and sentence
Vickrum Digwa is serving a minimum of 21 years behind bars after fatally stabbing the student.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:46:23 GMT
William talks World Cup football fever on Travis Kelce's podcast
The Prince of Wales shared his hopes for England's chances in the tournament - and that his father "hates football".

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:18:56 GMT
Two Romanians jailed for stabbing journalist on behalf of Iran regime
The two men will face 12 and eight years in prison for the knife attack in Wimbledon, London in 2024.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 14:02:25 GMT
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".

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 09:16:50 GMT
Mother says new custodial sentences for daughter's rapists 'better' but still 'not enough'
Two teenage boys convicted of rape had initially been given non-custodial sentences but have since been handed a four year detention.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:39:29 GMT
Rare copy of US Declaration of Independence found by volunteer in UK archives
The newly discovered copy is one of only 11 of its kind in the world.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:47:27 GMT
King's close encounter with street ball game scrum
King Charles launches historic Jedburgh hand ba' game on a visit to the Scottish Borders.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:39:35 GMT
Watch: Catherine gives out tickets and meets public in surprise Wimbledon visit
After greeting queuing fans and handing out tickets to attendees, the princess took a seat on court 18.

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 05:08:30 GMT
Watch: People smuggler tracked down and confronted by BBC
A convicted people smuggler is living in Leicestershire and seeking asylum while working illegally, the BBC can reveal.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 02:46:58 GMT
The schools starting late after 01:00 England kick-off to 'reduce pressure' on parents
Some schools are opting to open late, arguing they are striking the right balance, and many parents have backed the decision.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:12:12 GMT
The Papers: Storm threat to England match and 'bid to block Miliband'
Shifting start times at the Fifa World Cup are the lead story for the papers on Saturday.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:10:13 GMT
What could new rights for unmarried couples mean for your money?
Co-habiting couples in England and Wales could be given more protections if they break up under new government proposals.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:07:01 GMT
Why does a Dutch World Cup star share his name with a Scottish town?
How Denzel Dumfries' surname ended up on the small Caribbean island of his ancestors.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:19:51 GMT
Bud-wei-ser, Cadbury and Yellow Pages: How many adverts can you remember?
From getting Tangoed to the Shack and Vac song - how many questions can you get right?

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:22:38 GMT
The financial adviser who conned £2m out of his friends and neighbours
Timothy Barnes admitted defrauding dozens of people, a charitable trust, and a residents' association.

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:12:32 GMT
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.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:05:52 GMT
Scottish firefighters help earthquake rescue efforts in Venezuela
Gavin Brown, Ian Hodgson and Brian Richards travelled to South America after the twin earthquakes struck on 24 June.

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:17:48 GMT
We all get a bit snowflakey, says head who kept his school open in heatwave
Alun Ebenezer kept his school open during the heatwave which he says taught pupils "resilience".

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