Astro Bot steals show at PlayStation preview

Sony's PS5 mascot gets the biggest response during a fairly low-key State of Play broadcast.

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‘Aposiopesis’: Watch 12-year-old win US Spelling Bee

Bruhat Soma correctly spelled words like ‘caixinha’ and ‘sciniph’ to take home the $50,000 prize.

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Earliest and most distant galaxy ever observed

The James Webb Space Telescope smashes its own record for detecting the most distant known galaxy.

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ANC on course to lose majority, partial South Africa results suggest

The ANC could lose its majority in parliament for the first time since the end of apartheid 30 years ago.

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Man arrested in US after years of catapult attacks

Police say the suspect had been "victimising" residents in his California neighbourhood for nearly a decade.

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Millie Bobby Brown marries Jon Bon Jovi's son

Jon Bon Jovi tells the BBC his son Jake Bongiovi has married Stranger Things star Millie Bobby Brown.

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Child in serious condition and three adults injured in east London shooting

Police were called to Kingsland High Street, in Hackney, at about 21:20 BST, after reports of gunshots.

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Tories pledge 'Triple Lock Plus' pension allowance

The Conservatives pledge to raise the tax-free pension allowance by at least 2.5% a year if they win the election.

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Nicki Minaj fans fume as gig is axed after drugs arrest

The US rapper's show at Manchester's Co-op Live arena was called off at the last minute on Saturday.

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Search for meteor fragments after bright fireball

People around Blythe Bridge and Uttoxeter are being asked to look out for "dark shiny rocks".

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Tens of millions spent ahead of new EU fingerprint travel rules

Ports are spending millions to prepare for a new European Union border IT system amid travel delay warnings.

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'My flat's service charge has doubled to £8,000'

Soaring insurance costs have pushed up service charges over the past few years, a trade body says.

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Lib Dems pledge to fix Scotland's 'dental deserts'

Leader Alex Cole-Hamilton said dental services were being 'neglected' on both sides of the border.

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Disney songwriter Richard M Sherman dies aged 95

Richard Sherman composed scores for Mary Poppins and the Jungle Book, amassing Oscars and Grammy awards with his brother.

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Bronze Age replica boats ready to launch

Volunteers spent 700 hours using replica tools and fire to carve out the Bronze Age-style log boats.

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Disney songwriter Richard M Sherman dies aged 95

Richard Sherman composed scores for Mary Poppins and the Jungle Book, amassing Oscars and Grammy awards with his brother.

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New Muslim film festival 'to showcase our stories'

The UK festival will include films featuring actors Riz Ahmed and Nabhaan Rizwan.

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How important is Scotland in deciding the UK election?

Sir Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak are hoping this election marks the end of an era of SNP domination.

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Another woman accuses Diddy of sexual assault

The lawsuit accuses the rapper of battery, sexual assault and negligent infliction of emotional distress.

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'He does special things every week' - Littler's rise continues

Teenager Luke Littler continues his rise with his first major PDC title, beating Luke Humphries in the Premier League Darts final.

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Drivers trapped for hours in Edinburgh flooding

Edinburgh city bypass was closed in both directions after more than a month's worth of rain fell in 36 hours.

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How MPs turned to BBC for clarity on election gossip

The BBC's Henry Zeffman describes how Westminster gossip caused mass confusion among staff.

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How does the UK compare with other economies?

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt compared the UK economy with other countries. We've checked some of his claims.

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Scheffler arrest to be reviewed by Louisville police

Louisville police will investigate if policies were correctly followed in the arrest of world number one Scottie Scheffler at the US PGA Championship.

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Classical music, not heavy metal – what could Slot's Liverpool look like?

After Arne Slot was confirmed as Liverpool's new manager, what will the Reds look like under the Dutchman?

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Should London become a 'sponge city'?

Surface flooding is one of London's biggest threats - so what can be done to combat it?

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Top scientists urge action against faeces in rivers

A team of Royal Academy of Engineering scientists say the risk from human faeces is increasing.

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What happens when councils take control of buses?

More people are using buses in Reading where they are publicly-owned - will others towns follow?

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Dublin-New York portal reopens with set hours

The livestream linking Dublin and New York was temporarily suspended due to "inappropriate behaviour".

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Who is Ebrahim Raisi, Iran's hardline president?

The cleric has cracked down on dissent and taken a tough stance with the West since his 2021 election.

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What's the future for Aberfan chapel with tragic past?

Some of the 116 children killed in the Aberfan disaster were taken to the now derelict Capel Aberfan.

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Stories of the hostages taken by Hamas from Israel

It is thought more than 100 Israelis are still being held hostage in Gaza after the 7 October attacks.

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CCTV appears to show Diddy beating girlfriend in hotel

The clip seems to show an attack described in Casandra Ventura's lawsuit against the rapper last year.

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Do not ask victims to move on - Irish president

Michael D Higgins says there was a failure to investigate bombings on the deadliest day of the Troubles.

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US warns of possible Pride Month attacks worldwide

The warning comes one week after a similar alert from the FBI and Department of Homeland Security.

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Defence lawyer fined over rape survivor questioning

Lorenzo Alonzi’s behaviour amounted to unsatisfactory professional conduct in six of 11 complaints.

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Is China's bubble tea bubble about to burst?

Chinese bubble tea shares fizzle raising questions about the industry and Hong Kong's stock market.

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Tyson Fury: the good, the bad, the ugly, the undisputed?

Over a 16-year professional career, Tyson Fury has risen from small shows and low expectations to a shot at becoming undisputed world champion.

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Afghan floods: ‘I found my family's bodies in the street’

As deadly flash floods hit Afghanistan, whole families and their homes have been swept away.

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The Papers: Starmer's six pledges and Slovak PM shot

Thursday's paper preview a speech by Labour's leader and have the latest on the Slovak PM shooting.

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'Foundations really fragile' at Spurs - Postecoglou

Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou says the "foundations are really fragile" at the club after Tuesday's defeat by Manchester City ended their hopes of Champions League football.

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'Emery the star of the show as Villa can taste dream finale'

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery closes in on the promised land of the Champions League as fan Tom Hanks hopes for a Hollywood finale.

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In pictures: Top moments from Eurovision Song Contest 2024

Skimpy costumes, wacky performances and furious flag-waving... it can only be Eurovision.

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McIlroy storms to Wells Fargo Championship win

A stunning final back nine sees Rory McIlroy reel in overnight leader Xander Schauffele and claim a fourth career Wells Fargo Championship.

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'I'm stuck in my flat due to £4k service charge'

Kasun Kalirai would not have put his flat on the market had it not been for rocketing service charges.

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Tourists, history seekers and a puppet: Meet the Trump trial devotees

Dozens stand in line in the early morning for a glimpse at the first criminal trial of a former US president.

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Taylor Swift changes Eras tour setlist for Europe

The star kicks off the latest leg of her tour in Paris, adding new songs and cutting some favourites.

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Succession star Brian Cox: 'I've lost my anonymity'

Actor Brian Cox is up for a Bafta TV Award alongside several fellow Scots.

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I want to change sexist Bollywood, says film-maker

Pravesh Kumar says he wants people to ask difficult questions about India's film industry.

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Novelist and campaigner Dame Shirley Conran dies aged 91

The British author and journalist has died days after receiving a damehood.

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'I feel so sorry for him' - no Kane, no gain for Bayern

When Harry Kane was on the pitch, Bayern Munich were heading to the Champions League final at Wembley. When he wasn't there, it all went wrong.

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Scotland lose final & will face England in T20 World Cup

Scotland will face England at this autumn’s Women’s T20 World Cup as they lose against Sri Lanka in the final of the ICC qualifier.

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'Under performing' Man Utd 'one of worst coached teams in league'

Erik Ten Hag criticises his Manchester United side after they were thrashed 4-0 by Crystal Palace.

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The most eye-catching looks from the Met Gala so far

Lea Michelle, Zendaya and Gigi Hadid are among the stars walking the red carpet.

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The Papers: Sunak 'told to show vision' and Bernard Hill dies

Monday's papers focus on local election disappointment for the Tories.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'moonlight'

A selection of striking images from our readers around the world.

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North Korean weapons are killing Ukrainians. The implications are far bigger

A missile that crashed in Kharkiv shows the surprising scale at which Pyongyang's weapons are used.

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A record number of sea lions gather in San Francisco

More than one thousand of the animals visited a city pier - the region's biggest spike in 15 years.

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Spurs lacked belief and conviction - Postecoglou

Ange Postecoglou says Tottenham lacked "belief and conviction" as their Champions League hopes were hit by defeat at Chelsea.

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Amateur angler lands UK's 'biggest fish'

Darren Reitz says his "wrist is still hurting" from reeling in the "monster" catfish, which has been nicknamed "Scar".

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