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Chris Mason: A grim week for Starmer – but things could be about to get worse
The Mandelson vetting row has reignited questions over the PM's future just two weeks before crucial elections in Scotland, Wales and England.
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No 10 says Falklands sovereignty rests with UK after report of US 'review'
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Tehran should make a 'wise deal', Hegseth says, as Iran's foreign minister heads to Pakistan for talks
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Middle East
Epstein housed victims in London flats after Met chose not to investigate him, BBC reveals
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The assisted dying bill has failed but the debate isn't over
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Man given life sentence for rape and religiously aggravated assault of Sikh woman
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Birmingham & Black Country
Watch: How the Kremlin's internet crackdown is frustrating Russians. Video, 00:03:37
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Benjamin Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer
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Mandelson under formal investigation by EU's anti-fraud office
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Benfica's Prestianni banned for homophobic conduct in Real Madrid tie
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European Football
Defending champion Alcaraz to miss French Open
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How Lineker and Neville became rival media moguls
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Watch: World Snooker Championship - Zhao level with Ding, Allen leads Wilson
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Bracewell used cocaine after day's County Championship play
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The top stories from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

Van driver given suspended sentence after fatal smart motorway crash
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England
Scots backpacker could face jail in Thailand over mobile phone 'mistake'
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Edinburgh, Fife & East
What does the data tell us about immigration in Wales? Search for your area
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Emergency departments 'having to choose between very sick patients'
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Half Man is a breathless, brutal drama that puts the fear of Gadd into you
Played by Richard Gadd, Ruben Pallister is the new BBC drama's ferocious antagonist.
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Culture
Ringo Starr: 'I made all my mistakes on stage'
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US & Canada
Must Watch: The comedy-drama that's 'funny but not too provocative'
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Giant leaves BBC show Gladiators after three seasons
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Derbyshire
Paul Weller on Barbie, Billie Eilish and being a granddad
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Surrey
British conwoman who claimed to be royalty hit with new charges in Singapore
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Asia
Melanie C: I'm in my 50s and wearing the most revealing outfits I've ever worn. Video, 00:01:15
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Arts and culture

Michael Jackson film is a 'whitewash' and 'ghoulish', critics say
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Musicians furious as classical music being 'weaponised' to drive away troublemakers
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Liverpool
Tony Wilson: 'The man who put Manchester on the map'
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Manchester
Museum of the year finalists revealed by Art Fund
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England
Bono in 1985: I can't think why anyone would go to see U2, but I'm glad they do. Video, 00:04:38
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Food and recipes

Meal ideas, cooking tips and more, updated daily to keep you inspired

Fancy a change from fish and chips? Try these alternative Friday favourites
From tacos and kormas to air fryer classics.
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BBC Food
Make tonight Italian night with these comforting classics
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BBC Food
Air fryer mistakes I learned the hard way
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BBC Food
Bistro tastes success as tiramisu named best in UK
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Lancashire
Farewell to fried food? Social media reacts to school dinner changes
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Money

Which airlines are cancelling flights to the UK - and what can you do?
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The 20-somethings juggling three jobs to make ends meet
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Business
'I'm a giveaway winner - Currys ghosted me until my tweet went viral'
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West Yorkshire
Super-slim Welsh house sells for just £45,000
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'I want the old money!': The UK rolls out decimal coins in 1968. Video, 00:02:13
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Health and wellbeing

Is running bad for your knees? Debunking the biggest running myths
With the London Marathon this weekend, many people may be feeling inspired to take up the hobby.
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The foods that change your body odour (for better and worse)
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I'm learning to swim for an Ironman triathlon in memory of my wife
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'Early detection saves lives': The free bowel cancer test you can do at home. Video, 00:07:54
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Hay fever misery does last longer - here is how to cope
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Uplifting stories

'Mum didn't believe me': Girl finds Mexican axolotl hiding under Welsh bridge
Evie was messing about in the river when she discovered the endangered amphibian.
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'Greatest feeling ever': Runners help exhausted man finish Boston Marathon. Video, 00:01:42
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Northern Ireland
Dad's sweet bike ride videos with daughter melt millions of hearts online
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Sack-racing tips from the 78-year-old racing phenomenon. Video, 00:02:21
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Set off on a toe-tapping adventure across the US with Rob Brydon. Video
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Science and nature

'It's crazy' - villagers mystified as river dramatically changes course
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Rare fire tip sea slug spotted in the UK
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Devon
Woman who unlocked the secrets of the stars honoured
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London
Sheep has 'one in a million' quintuplet birth
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North Yorkshire
Was there an ocean on Mars?
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Insight and analysis

A closer look at the week's stories

From illegal cigarettes to cocaine - undercover on Britain's high streets. Video
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BBC News
Relatives of 10 scientists who died or vanished grapple with impact of wild speculation
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US & Canada
The match that could draw the biggest TV audience in snooker history
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Snooker
What will £500m mega spa bring to Manchester?
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Manchester
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Why your favourite artist isn’t touring in your city. Audio, 11 minutes
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Michael Jackson's troubled journey from child prodigy to global pop icon. Video, 58 minutes
With unique access to friends and family, take a deep dive into the life of the King of Pop.
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London, 1971: Can MI5 officers stop a devastating plot before it unfolds? Video, 59 minutes
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Real Narcos: How a horrific act of violence brought down Mexico's 'Godfather' Audio, 37 minutes
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Former rural vicar tries to cope with the demands of running a city church. Video, 29 minutes
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International football's biggest ever beating: 31-0. Audio, 10 minutes
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