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The Papers: 'Supersonic Saturday' and actress' Savile allegations

The ongoing drama around Oasis ticket sales dominates Sunday's papers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vAYQqwV

UN agencies to start rollout of Gaza polio vaccines

The drive comes after the first confirmed case of the disease in 25 years was discovered in Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cgmiLCZ

Seven months pregnant para-archer Grinham secures Paris bronze

Para-archer Jodie Grinham beats Paralympics GB team-mate and reigning champion Phoebe Paterson Pine to win bronze in the women's individual compound. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g2B0zIc

The Papers: Ozempic 'slows ageing' and Jenas 'battling to save marriage'

Several papers focus on a new finding that weight loss jobs may slow down standard markers for ageing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cx7DgMd

Telegram: 'The dark web in your pocket'

The arrest of Telegram’s chief executive in France has ignited a debate about moderation on his app. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qu8aqAl

Boy who smashed ancient Bronze Age jar returns to museum

The 3,500-year-old jar was in Haifa's Hecht Museum in Israel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W9rb4vY

Elon Musk's X suspended in Brazil after supreme court ruling

The social media giant says it refused to comply with a judge's order to appoint a legal representative. from BBC News https://ift.tt/opIj9wT

A nasty fall left me with a terrible snoring problem

Debbie Byers has snored "like a fog horn" since she fell on steps in Edinburgh earlier this year from BBC News https://ift.tt/ON2KaFk

Germany to tighten knife laws as anger grows at mass stabbing

The German government announces weapons and asylum changes after deadly attack in Solingen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cbiZy16

Telegram boss banned from leaving France in criminal probe

He has been placed under formal investigation as part of a probe into organised crime on the messaging app, French prosecutors say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tAyKVe1

Why is Harris bringing Walz to her first major interview?

The Democractic presidential nominee is facing some criticism for dodging the scrutiny of a solo interview. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FktxIu4

Liverpool agree deal for Valencia keeper Mamardashvili

Liverpool agree to sign Georgia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia in a deal worth up to £29m. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tZFMkxb

Strictly judge Len Goodman to get public memorial

Late TV star Len Goodman is set to be immortalised outside a dance studio in Dartford town centre. from BBC News https://ift.tt/15qnfJY

Mariah Carey's mother and sister die on the same day

The Grammy-winning singer said in a statement her "heart is broken" after the two deaths and has asked for privacy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T5X3SMC

Nostalgic Indians flock to cinemas to watch old hits

Dozens of Indian films, some made more than 20 years ago, are being released again in cinemas - why? from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dhpw1SO

Two Pacific Ocean hurricanes seen from space

Heavy rainfall from Hurricane Hone has eased potential wildfire warnings on some Hawaii islands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3vPC9lR

Two trapped after ice collapses in Iceland glacier

Two people in a tour group were also injured when ice collapsed in Breiðamerkurjökull glacier. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MnPXghz

Watch: Paralympic flame's journey under the sea to France

After being lit in Stoke Mandeville the Paralympic torch headed through the Channel Tunnel on its way to Paris. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vlbsk3f

Suspected bomb discovery sees beach cordoned off

People are being urged to stay away from the area while emergency services deal with the incident. from BBC News https://ift.tt/90bQIaD

Match of the Day

Gary Lineker presents highlights from the day’s seven Premier League matches. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BafhJIk

Tennessee TikToker on mission to prove British food isn't bland after all

Kalani Smith, from Tennessee, reviews staples of British cuisine to his three million followers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Da2VxMC

Mourners told Southport victim Elsie filled life with 'love and joy'

Hundreds lined the streets to celebrate the life of seven-year-old Elsie Dot Stancombe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LNKfnWy

RFK Jr suspends campaign for White House and backs Donald Trump

The third-party candidate said he no longer has "a realistic path to victory in the face of systematic censorship". from BBC News https://ift.tt/B3jSn8d

Newscast

Stevie Wonder, John Legend, and Oprah turn up at the DNC from BBC News https://ift.tt/w6sFDb8

Postcard finally arrives 121 years after it was sent

The card was addressed to a Miss Lydia Davies, who lived at the address when it was sent in 1903. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gq0IB2y

Six Kamala Harris claims fact-checked

BBC Verify examined claims made by Harris, about her record and Trump's on the economy, abortion and immigration. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dm7MUgH

Obama's speech latest chapter in two-decade Harris relationship

He will headline the Democratic Convention tonight and give his backing to Harris, who for years has moved in a similar political orbit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ft7bL96

Brighton sign Rutter in £40m club record deal

Brighton complete the signing of forward Georginio Rutter for a club record fee of £40m from Leeds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ug3cqEV

Harris, Obama and Beyoncé (maybe) at the DNC

And, UK tycoon among those missing after yacht sinks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fCsntoy

GB's Watson, Jubb & Kartal win in US Open qualifiers

Britain's Heather Watson, Paul Jubb and Sonay Kartal make it through the first round of qualifying for the US Open. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G0XAKlo

Rider dies after crash in Manx Grand Prix qualifying

Louis O’Regan, 43, dies after a crash during the opening qualifying session, race organisers confirm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2zynjok

Driver survives cardiac arrest on dual carriageway

Neville Owen became completely unresponsive after experiencing a cardiac arrest behind the wheel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SEZhb81

Why the skies turned red over the UK this weekend

Smoke from wildfires in north America has brought a "vivid" hue to skies above Britain ahead of a rare lunar phenomenon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/knsTUwl

Sniper shot Trump gunman's weapon and delayed him - report

A police sniper potentially saved lives by shooting the rifle of the would-be assassin, a congressional report says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TRczn3v

X suspends business in Brazil over censorship row

The social media platform says its legal representative was threatened by a supreme court judge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RLH5aq0

Visit outside peak times, park tells Instagram tourists

A growing number of visitors to “Instagrammable” locations in Wales are urged to respect the area. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wblWe2R

New homes and end to price-gouging: Harris sets economic goals

Vice-president Kamala Harris targets housing costs and price gouging in newly-released economic plans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4nBloSD

Paul Hollywood defends wife over pub sale

The Great British Bake Off judge says his family has faced 'vindictiveness' over Smarden pub sale. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J6MztFL

Ukraine incursion destroys key Russian bridge

Ukraine destroys a bridge over the river Seym as it continues its incursion into Russia's Kursk region. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tqeM0Cz

Harry and Meghan meet Colombia vice president on visit

Francia Marquez hosted Prince Harry and Meghan at her official residence on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PEvqO3o

Cash prizes and free rent: Uni clearing offers 'inappropriate'

Potential students are being offered incentives if they sign up for certain degree courses through clearing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FxjMtrc

Key questions that remain about Nottingham killer's care

Valdo Calocane often stopped taking his medication and was becoming increasingly violent, assessments before the attack show - yet his care did not change. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pdy670Z

Watch: BBC reporter at scene of West Midlands sodium cyanide spill

The BBC's Jo Black reports from where a major incident was declared after the chemical affected a 12-mile stretch of canals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TGlh2WX

Baby twins killed in Gaza as father registered births

The twins were just four days old when their home was bombed in an Israeli air strike. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lznve87

Confusion may have led to Costa allergy death, inquest told

Hannah Jacobs died within hours of sipping a Costa Coffee hot chocolate made with cows' milk. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rFQYZt0

Trump campaign says its internal messages hacked by Iran

The FBI said it is investigating the allegation, which came in the wake of a Microsoft report into Iranian hacking. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p6jHzvo

4.4 magnitude earthquake hits Los Angeles area

The epicentre hit near Highland Park, a neighbourhood in Los Angeles County not far from the famous Hollywood sign. from BBC News https://ift.tt/60gv4De

Reservoir of liquid water found deep in Martian rocks

Studies of quakes detected from the planet's surface found it in the planet's rocky outer crust. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ou71p3r

John Lewis-based flooring firm enters administration

The Floor Room, which trades out of 34 John Lewis stores, appointed administrators leading to 196 job losses. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tvHc4q3

Ten viral moments from the Paris Olympics

From an unexpected swimmer at La Defense Arena to a casual Turkish shooter, here is a look at 10 viral moments from the Paris Olympics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oucg4Il

What can Team GB medallists hope to earn after their wins?

For most of the UK's athletes, there is not big money in sport. But there is cash to be made from advertising. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9PHdpDC

Seven taken to hospital after festival crowd surge

One woman, who was at the festival with her daughter, says the surge was "terrifying". from BBC News https://ift.tt/iJ2AePB

Lin follows Khelif by winning gold amid controversy

Lin Yu-ting becomes the second boxer in 24 hours to win Olympic gold, despite the ongoing row over her gender eligibility. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1EK62sg

Bach to step down as Olympic chief next year

International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach says he intends to stand down after the end of his second term next year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RyH73Of

Welcome to Wrexham star dies aged 100

Wrexham AFC paid tribute to its oldest fan after his death was announced online. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mOiopy2

Adam Britton: The ‘monster’ animal abuser who hid in plain sight

Even those who knew him best had no clue crocodile expert Adam Britton was torturing dozens of dogs to death. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1urMXxa

Tebogo wins stunning 200m as Lyles is denied double

Botswana's Letsile Tebogo claims a surprise 200m gold as American Noah Lyles is denied an Olympic sprint double at Paris 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AXO0NgM

Why has Ukraine launched a raid into Russia?

Vladimir Putin called the attack a "provocation", but Kyiv's objectives are not immediately clear. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IC0vupW

Bangladesh parliament dissolved after PM flees country

The dissolution of parliament, a key demand of protesters, paves the way for an interim government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XOGmQRY

Euphoria in Bangladesh after PM Sheikh Hasina flees country

President Mohammed Shahabuddin ordered the release of a jailed former prime minister. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m1HZvqI

Moment Met Police chief appears to push past journalist's microphone

Sir Mark Rowley was asked about "ending two-tier policing" as he left the Cabinet Office. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Okfj4Sx

Hodgkinson & Kerr cruise through to set up title bids

Team GB gold medal hopes Keely Hodgkinson and Josh Kerr both set up the opportunity to race for Olympic glory in Paris. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JTXB5Lp

Error and fraud in business tax schemes cost £4.1bn

HMRC says billions have been lost through tax schemes designed to encourage research and development. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RYKrUyi

Finding empowerment through drag after cancer

After facing years of treatment as a child, performing in drag helps Teifi Rowlands process trauma. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N7dVDtT

Snoop Dogg: America's cheerleader at the Olympics

NBC hired Snoop Dogg as a special correspondent, but he has shown up for US athletes at the Olympics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0tU6AX1

Maui wildfire victims offered $4bn settlement

The proposed deal would compensate hundreds of people impacted by last year's deadly blazes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BPUSRyr

Freed Russian dissidents refused to sign plea for mercy from Putin

Both also conveyed gratitude to the countries who worked to free them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MqrtT0o

Convicted rapist Van de Velde booed loudly during defeat

Convicted child rapist Steven van de Velde is loudly booed when playing for the Netherlands in their beach volleyball defeat by Norway at the Olympics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LHVTbZ4

Mum's anger over Game of Thrones passport mix-up

The family are still hoping to go on their dream holiday later this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qpm8cny

Big Sudan camp pushed into famine - experts

The conflict and restrictions on aid deliveries are to blame as the siege of el-Fasher city continues. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LsjvGOY