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Did social media fan the flames of riot in Southport?

False accusations about the attacker followed a familiar pattern, the BBC's Marianna Spring finds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/islXohN

Be at your best in the heat: Olympians' five tips

Temperatures are soaring in Paris - so we've been asking athletes how they keep performing in the heat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HYFpVg3

Southport stabbing: How the knife attack unfolded

BBC Verify pieces together a timeline of how a stabbing attack at a Taylor Swift-themed class in the Merseyside town of Southport unfolded. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wJmnWC8

Lobster dinner for King Charles cost France €450,000

The country's audit office has warned that "significant efforts" are needed to restore financial balance after an increase in spending. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zr1S2T8

Rachel Reeves's spending audit at-a-glance

The chancellor has accused the Tories of hiding a £22bn overspend, as she lays out spending cuts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cdk6nar

Obituary: Edna O'Brien, the writer whose novels created scandal and were banned

Edna O'Brien will always be known as the controversial Irish novelist who scandalised Catholic Ireland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GVBUs7Y

Priti Patel vows to unite Tories in leadership bid

The former home secretary is the fifth MP seeking to replace Rishi Sunak as party leader. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sIVx1hk

Thousands join Tommy Robinson march in London

Police said a major operation was in place to "keep the peace" between protesters and counter-protesters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/joFXTPL

John Lewis allowed to build homes for first time

The department store is pushing to build rental flats as it looks for new ways to bring in money. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gsx3Khk

Missing Henry VIII portrait found after random X post

A historian spots the work from the 1590s in the background of a photo shared on the social media site. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ndFU6a3

Mercer helps inquiry but says he will not betray sources

The former minister has clashed with the Afghanistan Inquiry over information about alleged war crimes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tNe1Ggw

North Korea hackers trying to steal nuclear secrets, UK warns

A hacking group known as Andariel has been seeking information in a range of areas - from uranium enrichment to tanks, submarines and torpedoes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0F18vxV

Eluned Morgan hopes to 'turn new page' for Welsh Labour

The first female leader of Wales says she will "go out and listen to what the people want". from BBC News https://ift.tt/d2cgvRD

What one Moscow square says about Russia's worsening relations with West

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin has signed an order renaming Europe Square Eurasia Square. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BJQb6DF via IFTTT

150,000 have fled Gaza's Khan Younis since Monday, UN says

Israel has renewed its offensive in the city, saying Hamas is reassembling its forces there. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bOZQtxE via IFTTT

Ten years since the Glasgow Commonwealth Games

Watch: Dancing tea cakes, a giant Nessie and Karen Dunbar - the Glasgow Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony 10 years on. from BBC News https://ift.tt/f9rnPY2 via IFTTT

Weight-loss drug approved for heart problems in UK

Wegovy contains the drug semaglutide, which is already prescribed on the NHS to help people lose weight. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EXT3eFk

Biden's legacy of accomplishment is unmatched - Harris

The US Vice-President praised Joe Biden's track record as US president. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8m0wHb7 via IFTTT

Kamala Harris: From prosecutor to possible president

The vice-president is vying for the Democrats' presidential nomination after Joe Biden left the race. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pXebUQf

Kamala Harris: From prosecutor to possible president

The vice-president is vying for the Democrats' presidential nomination after Joe Biden left the race. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pXebUQf via IFTTT

President Biden's statement in full

The full text of Joe Biden's statement that he will end his candidacy for re-election as US President. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pqosV5N

US President Joe Biden says it has been 'greatest honour' to serve as he ends campaign

He said standing down was "in the best interests of my party and the country". from BBC News https://ift.tt/SVWIoTp via IFTTT

Watch: How US President Joe Biden's bid for re-election came to an end

US President Joe Biden has announced that he will end his candidacy for re-election from BBC News https://ift.tt/tdyphcK

Thousands gather for Trump's first rally since shooting

Trump and running mate JD Vance are scheduled to address a crowd in Grand Rapids, Michigan on Saturday evening. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pInZuAh via IFTTT

WW2 veteran receives medals 80 years late

George Lewis is awarded his medals decades after they seemingly "got lost in the post". from BBC News https://ift.tt/1OrF6Lu

CrowdStrike IT outage affected 8.5 million Windows devices, Microsoft says

It’s the first time that a number has been put on the glitch that is still causing problems around the world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/adERH8q

Cooper calls Leeds disorder 'audacious criminality'

Yvette Cooper MP has said those who sparked the disturbances will face full force of the law. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wmf7YCa

Doctor calls for kindness during IT outage

Dr Jess Harvey says NHS staff are having "a hell of a day" coping without access to digital records. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MVvdWSe

Review says puberty blocker curb has not led to suicide rise

An independent review said the language used around the issue on social media was dangerous. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PlCiaqz

DIY kits may see million more cervical-cancer tests

One million more women would have life-saving checks if the NHS adopted self-testing, researchers estimate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MtF2ZrI

Super bowl winner 'wrongly handcuffed' on United flight

The airline has apologised to Terrell Davis and says it has removed the flight attendant from duty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CXo5PmG

How the UK planned for the wrong pandemic

Over-confidence, wasted opportunities and muddled-thinking left UK sleep-walking into Covid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iRnCMy5

Common blood-thinning drug neutralises cobra venom

Heparin can neutralise the necrosis-causing toxins in some spitting cobras' venom, scientists discover. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EsluIe6

'Vile' Jay Slater trolling 'devastating' for family

A charity boss close to the Slater family says "vile and hurtful" comments had put huge strain on the family. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C8VgOay

Israeli strikes in south and central Gaza reportedly kill 50

One of the deadliest attacks occurred in the designated humanitarian zone of al-Mawasi. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SWfNT8V via IFTTT

Vance choice heightens European fears over Trump presidency

Donald Trump's choice of a running mate raises concerns in European capitals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IZv2dcY via IFTTT

Copa America - the 'party that almost became a tragedy'

What went wrong at the 2024 Copa America tournament and what can be learned from the chaotic scenes that marred the final? from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZNg2UjI via IFTTT

Gareth Southgate - the man behind the manager

Those closest to Gareth Southgate talk about the man behind the England manager including his values, beliefs and the impact he's had on the squad's winning culture. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Tx9YZjv

Watch: How chaos unfolded at Trump rally shooting

Former US President Donald Trump was rushed off stage in Pennsylvania after an apparent assassination attempt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TzfbCSW

IDF says senior Hamas commander killed in Israeli air strike

The Hamas-run health ministry said that Israel's strike killed at least 90 Palestinians and injured 289 others. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L3EPTYv

'We're behind you' PM tells England ahead of final

Sir Keir Starmer will be attending the Euro 2024 final when England take on Spain in Berlin on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pxFCd2z

Britain's Patten and Finn Heliovaara win doubles title

Henry Patten and Harri Heliovaara save three match points and beat Australians Max Purcell and Jordan Thompson in the Wimbledon men's doubles final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TS0xs1u

Sizzling 'love trial' couples taking home the bacon

Ancient tradition tests lovers' marital bliss in a contest to win a lot of bacon... and no porky-pies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nlCUD4e

Moving into Downing Street: life behind the iconic black door

Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his family are expected to move into Downing Street over the coming days. Here’s how it all happens. from BBC News https://ift.tt/amUSwjI

EU says X’s blue tick accounts deceive users

The EU says the way the social media site designs and operates blue tick accounts "deceives" users. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MJ1GARn via IFTTT

Hackers steal call records of 'nearly all' AT&T customers

FBI launches investigation after around 109 million customers had call and text information taken. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UePFXjb via IFTTT

Poland considers downing Russian missiles over Ukraine

Foreign Minister Sikorski says of the proposal, included in a defence agreement, "at this stage this is an idea". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZOTxJNq

Rival Bolivian party factions in street brawl

Followers of President Luis Arce and former president Evo Morales faced off in La Paz. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MVhkKbl via IFTTT

US says Gaza's floating aid pier to shut down soon

The $230m pier had delivered 8,000 tonnes of aid before it was removed last month because of bad weather. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CNJmOPW via IFTTT

How do you dispose of a whole pod of 77 whales?

BBC Scotland heard about various options after a minke whale washed up in East Lothian in April. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b9RL3iT

Passengers could get compensation after BA court ruling

The ruling against British Airways has the potential to affect thousands of airline claims every year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QOIlWst

Why has it been raining so much?

Some parts of the UK have seen a month's worth of rain in the first week of July. Is there any end in sight to this wet spell? from BBC News https://ift.tt/hGDQYBW

Expectation has weighed heavily - Southgate

England boss Gareth Southgate says "the expectation weighed heavily" at the start of the Euros but his side are ready to "make history". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ditYCf0

Liberian president cuts his salary by 40%

President Boakai says the move is intended to show "solidarity" with Liberians who are struggling financially. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L6h4nOF via IFTTT

Historic theatre saved after closure U-turn

The Oldham Coliseum gets a repreieve after a campaign led by actor Julie Hesmondhalgh. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YfhyeS2

National Rally's Bardella: 'Dishonourable alliance' prevented victory

National Rally (RN) leader Jordan Bardella, who'd hoping to be France's next PM, reacts to the result. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ywtfdsl via IFTTT

Keir Starmer arriving in NI on first visit as prime minister

The overnight visit will see the Labour leader continue his tour of the UK after travelling to Scotland earlier on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nbGrjqJ

Senior Hamas official killed as Israel orders fresh evacuation

A senior Hamas official is reported to have been killed in an Israeli strike on a school in Gaza City. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8pewclA

Electioncast Results: Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer

The Labour prime minister makes his first speech in Downing Street. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GWY4Rg3

French far right seeks vote win but deadlock looms

France votes in one of its most crucial elections in years, with the far right hoping for victory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pLmH3Ci via IFTTT

Rice brings great save out of Sommer

Switzerland goalkeeper Yann Sommer dives full stretch to turn a long range shot from England's Declan Rice behind. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0FCIpPf

Victoria Starmer: Who is the new PM's wife?

Lady Starmer is an NHS worker, mother of teens and now the UK's first lady. What do we know about her? from BBC News https://ift.tt/YVreUHx

Teacher who had sex with two schoolboys jailed

Rebecca Joynes, 30, who groomed the boys from the age of 15, is given a six-and-a-half year sentence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/suznoM1

Pay rise freeze for Kenyan MPs after public anger

Protesters last week forced William Ruto to scrap planned tax rises, saying public money was being wasted. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qLwT9y3 via IFTTT

Belarus frees five political prisoners in rare amnesty

Activists say three men and two women were released, in a move signalled by Alexander Lukashenko on Tuesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wZJkri6 via IFTTT

Man jailed over 39 lorry deaths to be deported

A total of 11 people have been convicted in the UK over the lorry deaths discovered in Essex. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ga0jTxH

Hungary's Viktor Orban urges ceasefire on Kyiv visit

He is a critic of Western support for Ukraine and is seen as the European leader closest to Russia's Vladimir Putin. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JAftGRw

Hungary's Orban urges ceasefire on Kyiv visit

He is a critic of Western support for Ukraine and is seen as the European leader closest to Russia's Vladimir Putin. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JAftGRw via IFTTT

Man used 'slapping therapy as diabetes cure', court hears

Hongchi Xiao was charged with manslaughter by gross negligence late last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8hL2Vle

Plane diverted to Brazil after turbulence injures 30

The Dreamliner plane was flying from Madrid to Montevideo when the mid-air incident happened. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u6pW294