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John Prescott: Political bruiser who played vital role in Labour comeback

As deputy prime minister for 10 years, he was part of the team that won three successive elections.

Captain Tom's family repeatedly made money from charity, inquiry finds

The fundraiser's family damaged public trust by not donating any money from his books, a report finds.

Russia and US battle for advantage in Ukraine war ahead of Trump's return

Moscow appears to be maximising its gains while Joe Biden abandons long-held red lines at the end of his presidency.

'Seeing my son excluded from primary school was horrific'

Mum Jo says Jacob is very caring but sensory issues led to him being excluded for disruptive behaviour.

US proposes breakup of Google to end search monopoly

The technology giant could be forced to sell off Chrome to address its illegal monopoly in online search.

Man who called 911 for help with intruder shot dead by US police

Brandon Durham was tussling with a female intruder over a knife when an officer shot him multiple times.

The model, British tech and Russia's war machine

£1.6m of British kit shipped to companies tied to Russian military despite sanctions, customs documents claim.

Fourth tourist dies in suspected mass methanol poisoning in Laos

Some suspect they consumed drinks laced with methanol, a deadly substance often found in bootleg alcohol.

Archegos boss sentenced to prison over massive fraud

Hwang was found guilty of fraud in a case that cost Wall Street banks billions of dollars in losses.

£500m defence cuts as ships, drones and helicopters scrapped

Critics said the move would leave UK defence weaker, at a time of growing international tensions and after over a decade of funding pressures on the armed forces.

Deadly Israeli air strikes hit Gaza - reports

Rescuers are said to be searching for survivors after buildings were hit in Beit Lahia and Gaza City.

Chappell Roan and Ezra Collective on BBC Sound of 2025 list

The list has a track record of picking music's next big things, from Adele to The Last Dinner Party.

The Papers: 'Farewell Liam' and 'UK defies Putin'

Thursday's papers are led by Liam Payne's funeral and Ukraine firing UK-supplied missiles into Russia.

Australia wants to ban kids from social media. Will it work?

The government has just tabled laws to block access to under-16s - but the proposal is divisive.

K-pop stars are not workers, South Korea says

In a dispute involving band NewJeans, the government said celebrities were not entitled to the same rights as workers.

What are the Storm Shadow missiles Ukraine has fired into Russia?

Ukraine has used UK-supplied Storm Shadow missiles against targets inside Russia for the first time.

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Al Fayed abuse could be on scale of Savile, survivors’ advocate tells BBC

Speaking about her new role, Dame Jasvinder Sanghera says Al Fayed's "tentacles went far and wide".

Top footballer took thousands of pounds, claim teammates and parents

Natasha Harding, now Allen-Wyatt, is accused of taking money for coaching that she did not deliver.

Thames Water bonus should not be paid by customers, regulator to say

The regulator uses new powers to prevent bonuses being funded from customer bills.

Is nuclear power gaining new energy?

Countries around the world are building new nuclear power stations.

MPs raise questions about Rachel Reeves's CV

Claims the chancellor embellished her work achievements were seized on by Tory and Reform MPs at PMQs.

Fate of Gaetz ethics report uncertain after congressional panel deadlocked

Pressure has been mounting on the ethics committee to release a report on Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general.

Longest-serving MPs unite to oppose assisted dying

Labour's Diane Abbott and Conservative Sir Edward Leigh say they fear the bill will put the vulnerable at risk.

How serious are Putin's nuclear threats?

Three Ukrainians on how their lives have changed and their hopes for peace

UK Storm Shadow missiles strike Russia

And is President Biden Trump-proofing US support to Ukraine?

'The second Special One' - Amorim, by those who know him best

From rejection at Benfica to new Manchester United head coach, BBC Sport charts the rise of Ruben Amorim.

Drivers 'bit fed up' with FIA leadership - Russell

Mercedes' George Russell says the Formula 1 drivers are "a bit fed up" with the leadership of the sport’s governing body, the FIA.

Smith's game IQ increasing all the time - Strawbridge

Fly-half Marcus Smith is getting "better and better" at having a deeper understanding of Test rugby, says England assistant coach Andrew Strawbridge.

Lisowski ends Bai's historic UK Championship bid

Jack Lisowski ends Bai Yulu’s bid to become the first woman to reach the last 32 of the UK Championship with a 6-1 win in the final qualifying round.

Five talking points as Premier League returns

BBC Sport looks at five talking points from the Premier League as the international break ends.

'Being caught in pub bombings affected my whole life'

A survivor and a former police officer share their memories of the bombing attacks in 1974.

'It can be really overwhelming to deal with grief'

Teenagers speak about their experience of bereavement at an event run for schools by Marie Curie.

Three arrested in Glasgow bus station evacuation

The bomb squad was called out after reports of a suspicious package at Scotland's busiest bus station.

'Black market obesity drug made me think I'd die'

Paige Roberts was left needing hospital treatment after injections made her vomit for 48 hours.