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Avril Lavigne has waited years to play Glastonbury

The 39-year-old Canadian singer performed at the festival as part of her greatest hits tour. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k3BV6EX

Watch England fans go wild as Bellingham scores late equaliser

Watch England fans erupt at a fanpark in Wembley as Jude Bellingham scores a late stunner to send the game to extra time against Slovakia in the Euro 2024 last-16 match in Gelsenkirchen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QFDBJZ3

Bellingham rescues England with injury-time overhead kick

Watch as Jude Bellingham scores a stunning injury-time goal to send England in to extra time against Slovakia in the Euro 2024 last-16 match at Gelsenkirchen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K0e3drN

Storm temporarily stops Germany v Denmark game

The Euro 2024 last-16 game between Germany and Denmark at Dortmund's Westfalenstadion is suspended because of a major thunderstorm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OS5i0ZU

IS: A persistent danger, 10 years since its peak

What happened to the violent jihadist group which was once one of the biggest threats in the world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uvJRrVf

British hiker, 70, found dead in Pyrenees

The Spanish Civil Guard said the man was found in the western Pyrenees on Thursday afternoon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ePIMVhd

Davey denies Lib Dems leading opposition to new homes

The Lib Dem leader says he wants a "community-led" approach, with infrastructure built alongside homes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B6HUc09

Meet five of the youngest election candidates: 'I haven’t got my A-level results yet'

An 18-year-old who hasn't had his A-levels results yet is among those standing in the general election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yaAVw1n

Soldiers storm Bolivian presidential palace in apparent coup attempt

Unverified videos showed armoured vehicles and soldiers in the centre of the capital La Paz. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LZjEYk3

AI can beat university students, study suggests

University exams taken using artificial intelligence beat those by real students, in a limited study. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BVUFbGk

Ex-Labour candidate admits 'stupid error' over seat bet

Kevin Craig admits betting the Conservatives would beat him in the race to be MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich from BBC News https://ift.tt/ePYruE8

'High risk' of famine in Gaza persists, new UN-backed report says

But experts say evidence does not indicate a famine is occurring in the north after an aid increase. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SqxI7pY

Five killed and parliament ablaze in Kenya tax protests

President William Ruto vows to restore order after protests against tax hikes turned violent. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g1juVlB

Greens' tax rises are modest, insists co-leader

Adrian Ramsay tells the BBC his party's tax take would be "fairly normal" by European standards. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rebzwOQ

AI: World's biggest music labels sue over copyright

Record labels say the unauthorised use of music to train AI is a threat to the music industry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/exdgzW7

Firefighters battle deadly fire in Moscow office building

At least eight people have died in the large office building fire in Fryazino, near Moscow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7MOjd9m

Two arrested on murder charge after holiday park death

A man, aged in his 70s, is found dead in Heron Lake, Crossways, just after midnight on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tq013FH

Farage defends Ukraine comments after Starmer and Sunak criticism

Nigel Farage is accused of being on the side of the Russian president by his Tory, Labour, Lib Dem and SNP rivals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ee73HwF

Israeli army strapped wounded Palestinian to jeep in West Bank

The Israeli military says the man was a suspect in a raid in the West Bank, but its forces violated protocol. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FOhkQoC

Farage defends Ukraine comments after Starmer and Sunak criticism

Nigel Farage is accused of being on the side of the Russian president by his Tory, Labour, Lib Dem and SNP rivals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ee73HwF

Families want party pledges on 'terror attack' laws

Survivors and relatives of those killed urge commitments on venue security and caring for victims. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CT8AtQs

Suspended Labour candidate says he has been 'hung out to dry'

Andy Brown suggests his Facebook account may have been hacked and says he has been "hung out to dry". from BBC News https://ift.tt/IqbGL8X

Egyptian pilgrims 'totally abandoned' in Hajj heat

With hundreds thought dead, one victim's family say unregistered pilgrims have been failed by travel agents. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Unci1t8

We know there's another level we have to find - Southgate

England manager Gareth Southgate admits his disappointment in his side's two games at Euro 2024 - despite one win and one draw. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H19U0Pk

Muslim millionaire gives major donation to Reform UK

As well as being a donor, Zia Yusuf will also have a public role for Reform UK during the campaign. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5HFu7Bm

Justin Timberlake's lawyer to 'vigorously' defend star

The singer was arrested for running a stop sign and failing to stay on the right side of the road. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gMoJkHR

Teenager jailed for life for party stabbing murder

Charlie Cosser was stabbed three times in a marquee at a party attended by more than 100 people. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YHMlXGP

Biden faces complex juggling act on immigration

A large portion of US voters see immigration as a primary concern ahead of the November election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VJ59tDi

Nvidia becomes world's most valuable company

The stock ended the trading day at nearly $136, up 3.5%, making it more valuable than Microsoft. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7nWjLP2

Princess Zelda finally stars in her own game

The Nintendo heroine takes the starring role in one of its most popular series for the first time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u6btZoC

Scooter Braun retires as music manager after 23 years

The entrepreneur, 42, said he has stepped back to focus on his role as a father. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cvOKp3Q

Reform UK election pledges: 11 key policies analysed

BBC correspondents analyse key policies in the Reform UK manifesto. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oD5Iru4

Car flew into the air before fatal 90mph crash

Corey Sewell caused the death of his friend in the Birmingham crash in a 30mph speed limit zone. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ho5wmCP

At least 14 Hajj pilgrims die in intense heat

Jordan's foreign ministry said its nationals had died "after suffering sun stroke due to the extreme heatwave". from BBC News https://ift.tt/yjOlUGD

Murray says retiring at Wimbledon or Olympics 'would be fitting'

Andy Murray says he would prefer to retire at Wimbledon or the Paris Olympics as his tennis career draws towards an end. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R89Jyh7

Alarm in Hamburg as man with axe shot by police

The man, who police say made threats with a pickaxe and an "incendiary device", was seriously injured. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TPonhIL

Three arrested as boy, 16, killed by falling tree

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter, say Nottinghamshire Police. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q0tWdkF

Electioncast: How SUPER is a Supermajority?

And why is Grant Shapps worried about one? from BBC News https://ift.tt/qPovf1Y

Who can I vote for in the general election?

Find out which constituency you are in, who you can vote for and where you can vote using our postcode search. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6kNPlQb

Wales politician in expenses probe stripped of Tory job

Laura Anne Jones is asked to "step back" from shadow cabinet while police investigate her expenses. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NCVtw4M

Protests across Brazil over divisive abortion law

Thousands gather in several cities to protest a law change that could equate abortion to homicide. from BBC News https://ift.tt/O5vAu97

Top doctor warns over 'beach body quick fix' weight-loss drug misuse

The drugs should not be used as "a quick fix" to get "beach-body ready" this summer, NHS England's medical director said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IGOcHPJ

US Supreme Court rejects challenge to restrict abortion drug access

Mifepristone is used in medication abortion, the most common method of ending pregnancies in the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6RsOdnc

Crime here is hurting, whatever the statistics say

In some areas, getting a grip on crime is a major election issue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/O1NBX0V

Green Party manifesto: 11 key policies analysed

BBC correspondents analyse key policies in the Green Party manifesto. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LWkKx2C

Conservative manifesto 2024: 12 key policies analysed

BBC correspondents analyse key policies in the Conservative manifesto. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BxMnV6K

The struggle for justice in one English town

With Crown Court delays close to a record high, the BBC speaks to those who have waited years for justice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hsulgLc

Liberal Democrat manifesto: 11 key policies analysed

BBC correspondents analyse key policies in the Lib Dem manifesto. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3gw0vxz

Labour pledges 100,000 new childcare places

The funding will come from Labour's plan to levy VAT on private schools, the party says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tr1JYqb

The Papers: Mosley 'nearly made it' and 'Macron trounced' at EU elections

Michael Mosley's body being found in Greece and a big defeat for France's president lead the front pages. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tQpu05K

Conservatives pledge to recruit 8,000 new police officers

New police powers to seize knives and recover stolen goods are also being proposed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TMYGyOL

Wife of Michael Mosley pays tribute to 'wonderful, funny, kind' husband

Tributes have been pouring in for the TV and radio presenter who has died on the Greek island of Symi. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kCDltfR

Labour pledge planning law move to boost prison places

The party says it would by-pass local objections in order to increase prison capacity by 20,000. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Sxv4Yof

England's T20 World Cup defence in danger after Australia loss

England now will likely have to win their final two games in the tournament after a 36-run defeat by Australia in Barbados. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vjh7WNe

Watch as rescued Israeli hostages are reunited with families

The hostages were rescued by the IDF during a daylight operation deep inside Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/52gPwOy

UN adds Israel to list of militaries committing violations against children

Israeli officials say the move is "shameful" and will "have consequences for Israel's relations with the UN". from BBC News https://ift.tt/N7sx2dI

100ml liquid rule reintroduced at some regional airports

Restrictions on liquids are already in place at London Gatwick, Heathrow and Manchester. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fTcbiD5

British tech tycoon cleared in US fraud trial

Former Autonomy boss Mike Lynch was accused of fraud related to the $11bn sale of his software firm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W6BgRtr

USA stun Pakistan in T20 World Cup super over

The United States pull off one of the biggest shocks in cricket history by beating Pakistan in a super over in Dallas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V2uSyQJ

Watch: Space X Starship makes successful splashdown

The rocket made it much further in its planned mission profile than on previous tests, splashing down in the Indian Ocean. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5k4fuxq

Which records could Ronaldo break at Euro 2024?

Cristiano Ronaldo is back to spearhead Portugal's bid to become European champions again - in potentially his last major tournament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8iCLRfF

Dad's death on day of baby's birth 'preventable'

Thomas Gibson, 40, could have been saved if his heart defect was not missed, a coroner finds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rcJnAID

BBC announces dates for election TV debates

A seven-party debate is to be held on Friday, before a Question Time special and head-to-head event. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oq9hYG3

Internet troll threatened to kill JK Rowling and MP

Glenn Mullen posted online death threats to the Harry Potter author and former MP Rosie Duffield. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r1mxlC4

Farage’s return means turbulence for the Tories

Nigel Farage is running for Parliament - but he also might reshape the Conservative Party as he does so. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aiVxjGo

Pakistan former PM Imran Khan acquitted in state secrets case

A high court acquits Khan in one case, but he will remain in prison because of another conviction. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HDuZ8MU

Burrow a sporting great and inspirational MND campaigner

A champion on and off the field, Rob Burrow's determination, courage and humility ensures a legacy that stretches way beyond rugby league. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G7wKB56

Tories pledge cash for towns as Labour pitch benefits plan

The two main parties unveiled their battlebuses as the campaigns focused on the economy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yPtEUWL

Will using Western weapons on Russia help Ukraine change the war?

The latest Russian advance in the Kharkiv region has convinced Kyiv’s allies to change their policy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vbq1UnW

Trump's White House bid goes on, lawyer tells BBC

Donald Trump's lawyer Alina Habba tells the BBC he would run for president even if he was in jail. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5xW2yEX