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El Niño warming set to be 'strongest in living memory', warns Met Office
Scientists say the "unprecedented event" will likely push up global temperatures in 2027 and put the UK at risk of a wetter, stormier autumn.
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Meghan could return to acting once back in UK
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Will Harry's return heal deep-rooted rift with William?
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My life was changed by a terror attack - now survivors like me won't be forgotten
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French becoming more effective in stopping small boat crossings, UK says
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A split in the spectrum? The ongoing battle to define autism
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The town whose council wants migrants to move in
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Stifling heat and broken toilets: TUI River Cruise passengers tell of their holiday hell
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UK borrows more than expected in July as Healey prepares for first Budget
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Sport headlines

Spurs agree £75m deal to sign Man City's Savinho
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Brook as talented as Gower and Pietersen but not ready to be captain - Agnew
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Transfer latest: Savinho & Minteh updates plus reporter Q&A
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Break-up of Villa's Europa heroes leaves cracks for Emery to fill
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Sutton's opening weekend predictions v Courteeners frontman Liam Fray
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Entertainment and TV

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Brandon Flowers: Is fame worth it? I'm not sure anymore
The Killers frontman asks big questions on his third solo album, which takes a detour into country.
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Dave Bautista confirmed as new God of War star
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Matthew Rhys 'too scared' to talk to Harrison Ford about becoming Han Solo
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British rapper Yung Filly to face retrial on rape charges in Australia
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Australia
Hairy Biker auction 'shows man behind TV persona'
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Why David Mitchell thinks we're so in love with 'cosy crime'
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2005: A teenage Rihanna makes her BBC TV debut. Video, 00:02:54
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Exclusive performances and behind-the-scenes action from Green Man 2025. Video
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The ultimate old school Carnival mix to get you in the mood to party. Audio
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Global superstar Calvin Harris' homecoming gig at Hampden Park. Video
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Fontaines D.C. perform the last ever Maida Vale session for 6 Music. Video
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Reading Festival's best-ever performances. Video
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Meal ideas, cooking tips and more, updated daily to keep you inspired

Make someone's day with these dinners for two
Romantic recipes that are sure to impress.
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Try this foolproof honey soy chicken recipe for a stress-free dinner
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The £13 high street salad is everywhere - can you make it cheaper at home?
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Divers find 162-year-old Guinness in shipwreck off the English coast
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Seven incredible food destinations you need to visit
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Health and wellbeing

Why Gen Z women know more about periods than their mums
From PMOS to cycle syncing, young women are teaching their mums about periods.
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England
'Some of these guys wouldn't be here' if not for football chats
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Northern Ireland
Young adults are taking prescription drugs instead of alcohol - and it's dividing experts
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How parkour is helping these seniors avoid injuries. Video, 00:01:09
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Asia
What's driving men to get penis fillers, despite the risks?
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Money

I quit my £80,000 job to make ice cream - here's how
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'Banned over a pair of £2 sandals': Why some sellers are complaining about Vinted
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'I turned a lockdown hobby into my own business'
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Airport boss defends car parking income
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Uplifting stories

Man who rates benches on Instagram finally finds his 10/10
Rate This Bench founder Sam Wilmot has given top marks to a bench after marrying the woman he loves close to it.
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Bristol
How a woman's front garden became a quirky tourist attraction
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Norfolk
The Welsh village famous for its long name. Video, 00:05:07
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First chocolate bar made entirely from UK ingredients in almost 100 years
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All aboard for a journey through Britain's railway landmarks. Video
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Insight and analysis

A closer look at the week's stories

How did some houses survive the Stourbridge fire while neighbours lost everything?
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Lindsay Clancy's trial puts postpartum psychosis in the spotlight
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US & Canada
Rain to stop in time for weekend as sun returns
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Wood looks back at Ashes performance with 'shame'
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Why are Harry and Meghan moving back to the UK after six years? Video, 10 minutes
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Science and nature

Ocean Photographer of the Year 2026 finalists revealed
Stunning ocean photos reveal baby sea creatures, surfing dolphins and hidden underwater worlds from the Ocean Photographer finalists.
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The 'fiddly and frustrating' work removing 10,000 coins from Giant's Causeway columns
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Northern Ireland
AI to help planes avoid climate-warming 'sky graffiti'
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10 sizzling facts you might not know about the Solar System
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40-year seaweed mystery finally solved. Audio, 00:05:14
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An isolated survivor of a deadly virus, Robert Neville must find a cure
The last man on earth is not alone. Hunted by the undead, how long can he survive?
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A cancelled author discovers he has a son in a heartwarming comedy
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The Proms celebrates Miles Davis's incredible work in his centenary year
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The Killers frontman Brandon Flowers soundtracks his life in 10 songs
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How The Smiths fell apart: The extraordinary story behind the break-up
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The town whose council wants migrants to move in
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Wildfire-hit residents remove Greenpeace mural of Burnham from scorched mountain
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Student teachers not eligible for £20,000 support feel 'disheartened'
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