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Rachel Reeves doing excellent job, PM tells BBC after Commons tears
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:38:56 GMT

Rachel Reeves was visibly upset as Keir Starmer came under attack from Kemi Badenoch over welfare bill U-turn.

Reeves' tears raise big questions at top of Labour
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:16:51 GMT

Whatever the cause, Labour must soon start projecting direction, confidence and grip.

Four charged over break-in at RAF Brize Norton
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 01:37:27 GMT

Damage worth £7m was caused to two Voyager aircraft during the break-in on 20 June.

Woman left fighting for life as fake Botox beautician apologises
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 23:03:40 GMT

As the BBC names a beautician who gave illegal jabs, two victims share their story.

'Diddy' denied bail after being cleared of most serious charges
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:31:14 GMT

Combs will remain behind bars because of his history of violence, the judge said, setting sentencing for October.

Raducanu beats 2023 champion Vondrousova to set up Sabalenka tie
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 19:01:30 GMT

Emma Raducanu produces one of her best displays in recent times to sweep aside 2023 champion Marketa Vondrousova and reach the Wimbledon third round.

Trump calls for US central bank head to quit immediately
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 01:09:56 GMT

The president has repeatedly criticised Jerome Powell for not cutting rates but has sent mixed signals about removing him from the role.

Citroen owners left stranded over airbag safety risk
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 23:03:19 GMT

An estimated 120,000 drivers have been told not to use their vehicles following a fatal accident in France.

Redacted evidence 'delayed police grooming cases'
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 01:01:27 GMT

The decision led to significant delays in police investigations, an inspection says.

Search teams find body of teenage boy in river
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:46:31 GMT

Police say the boy failed to resurface after going swimming with friends.

New plan will fundamentally rewire NHS, says PM
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:34:01 GMT

But nurses, doctors and health experts say that more funding and extra staff are needed to make it a reality.

Judges order new inquiry into MI5 false evidence exposed by BBC
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 17:47:33 GMT

Earlier investigations into evidence in case of neo-Nazi state agent were "deficient", judges rule.

Diddy's secret world revealed in videos and his voice notes
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:08:28 GMT

Former staff expose details of "freak-offs" - drug-fuelled orgies held in luxurious international venues.

Dramatic moment Sean 'Diddy' Combs fell to his knees after learning his fate
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:43:51 GMT

The rapper mouthed to his family "I'm coming home" after being acquitted of the most serious charges.

Watch: What it was like inside courtroom when verdict came in
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:10:17 GMT

In total, the jury deliberated for 13 hours over three days to come to a unanimous decision on the charges against Combs.

What Sean 'Diddy' Combs has been convicted of
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:51:55 GMT

The rapper was convicted of transporting people for prostitution and could be released on bail.

Reeves' five choices to turn government finances around
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 23:00:59 GMT

The chancellor's financial wriggle room has shrunk after welform reforms were watered down.

Ozzy bows out: Rock's wildest frontman prepares for one last show
Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:08:08 GMT

Rock icon and heavy metal pioneer Ozzy Osbourne is set to perform for devoted fans one last time.

'Be careful, they are watching you': Tibet is silent as Dalai Lama turns 90
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:28:28 GMT

The BBC speaks to Tibetans in Aba, which has long been at the heart of resistance to Chinese rule.

Kuenssberg: Starmer's first year ends in shambles, but could he still turn it around?
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:08:22 GMT

Labour has been failing its basic mission to look like a capable government. And the PM's authority has been given a kick. But insiders have hope for the year ahead

Lucy Bronze - the making of England's most decorated player
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 13:00:06 GMT

This is the story of England defender Lucy Bronze, who is no stranger to winning and hopes for more success at Euro 2025.

Former head of Royal Navy sacked over conduct
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 19:24:37 GMT

Adm Sir Ben Key's behaviour was found to have "fallen far short of values and standards expected of service personnel"

Catherine talks candidly of 'life-changing' cancer treatment
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 13:30:30 GMT

Catherine says "you put on a sort of brave face" during treatment but afterwards it can also feel "really difficult".

Scorching European heatwave turns deadly in Spain, Italy and France
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 20:16:12 GMT

Two people are found dead by firefighters in Spain's Catalonia region, with heat-related fatalities in France and Italy.

Prosecutors consider further charges against Lucy Letby
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 11:17:26 GMT

The Crown Prosecution Service is considering a "full file" of evidence submitted by Cheshire Police.

Bob Vylan dropped from music festivals after Glastonbury controversy
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:22:52 GMT

The band made headlines with controversial comments on stage at Glastonbury about the IDF.

Covid care home policy was 'least worst decision' says Hancock
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 16:27:58 GMT

Former health secretary Matt Hancock denied claims the government's attempt to throw a protective ring around care homes in early 2020 was empty rhetoric.

Superman would like more kindness, say stars of new reboot
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 20:27:15 GMT

David Corenswet, Nicholas Hoult and Rachel Brosnahan were among those attending the Superman premiere.

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Reeves’ tears at PMQs
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 18:59:00 GMT

Chancellor seen visibly upset at Prime Minister’s Questions.

Why has Paramount paid Donald Trump $16 million over a CBS interview?
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 18:07:00 GMT

It ends a lawsuit over a ‘60 Minutes’ interview with Kamala Harris

Raducanu ready for Sabalenka after 'statement' win
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:18:57 GMT

After Emma Raducanu plays one of her best matches in "a long time", BBC Sport analyses how she can test world number one Aryna Sabalenka.

The most secure ton on record - breaking down Gill's masterclass
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 20:55:07 GMT

Why India captain Shubman Gill's innings was so special, how he repelled England's tactic of bowling straight and the legends he has bettered.

'I have his word' - Fury coming back in 2026 says Saudi supremo
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:04:08 GMT

Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury will come out of retirement in 2026, Saudi boxing power broker Turki Alalshikh hints.

Talking points as Lions Test team begins to take shape
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 18:40:06 GMT

The talking points after the British and Irish Lions' 52-12 victory over Queensland Reds, as Tom English attempts to pick his Test squad.

Kartal thrives but Boulter fears 'moment' may not come
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 21:47:55 GMT

Wimbledon is all about moments and while Katie Boulter is left wondering whether hers will ever come, fellow Briton Sonay Kartal is grasping hers.

Swiss stumble but Sundhage rallies Euro 2025 hosts
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 23:18:41 GMT

Switzerland head coach Pia Sundhage urged her players to seize a "once-in-a-lifetime moment", so how did they handle the pressure?

'Everything she touches turns to gold' - best shots as Raducanu beats Vondrousova
Wed, 02 Jul 2025 19:30:58 GMT

Watch the best shots as Emma Raducanu continues to build momentum with a brilliant 6-3 6-3 win over 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova to set up a third-round meeting with top seed Aryna Sabalenka.