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- Man guilty of harassing MP Stella Creasy on Tube train
[5 hours old]: The man was "abusive and aggressive" towards the Walthamstow Labour MP on a Victoria line train.

- London Heathrow no longer Europe's busiest airport
[15 hours old]: Istanbul overtakes Heathrow whose passenger numbers on Middle East routes fell 20.2% year-on-year.

. How a 90-second power outage sparked chaos for rail commuters
[103 hours old]: The incident raised questions about how a disrupted power supply can have such a widespread impact.

. Why airlines are warning over lithium-ion batteries
[120 hours old]: The airline industry wants passengers to be careful when travelling with lithium ion batteries.


and in other news ...

- Woman assaulted by double murderer says nightmare became 'real life' when police let him attack again
[2 hours old]: Serial sex offender Simon Levy went on to murder two women and rape a third after a series of disastrous decisions that left him free to roam the streets.

- Summer 2026 on course to be UK's hottest on record, says Met Office
[8 hours old]: Only average conditions are needed for the remainder of August to break the record, which was set just last year.

- Police chiefs call for PM to prevent early release of PC Harper's killers
[1 hours old]: The intervention comes after Andy Burnham said he was "confident" the early release of PC Harper's killers could be prevented.

- Eclipse chasers scramble for glasses as stocks run low
[6 hours old]: Specialist glasses are all but sold out online ahead of the UK's most significant eclipse since 1999.

- Watch: Was Trump smuggled out of Air Force One in a catering truck?
[7 hours old]: US media reports say the president secretly left via a catering truck to avoid a threat to his life from Iran.

- Rescuers scramble for survivors with 180 dead in Colombia earthquake
[4 hours old]: Colombia experienced a number of aftershocks on Tuesday, as efforts continued to free survivors trapped in rubble and buildings.

- Russia using North Korean missiles to strike Ukraine, Zelensky says
[6 hours old]: Ukraine's president says strikes in Zaporizhzhia - which killed seven people - involved ballistic missiles from Russia's ally.

* The Office actress Lucy Davis says she has 'incurable' cancer
[0 hours old]: Davis, who played receptionist Dawn in the UK sitcom, says the cancer has spread and it's "too late for chemo".

- Wealthier areas must play their part in housing asylum seekers, Burnham suggests
[3 hours old]: The prime minister was asked about protests over plans to use a former military base to house asylum seekers.

* UK prosecutors argue Tate brothers a flight risk ahead of bail hearing
[0 hours old]: Andrew and Tristan Tate would attempt to evade prosecution if they are freed on bail, prosecutors argue.

* GB's Glave and Azu claim first and second in European 100m
[1 hours old]: Great Britain's Romell Glave and Jeremiah Azu claim a sensational European 100m one-two for the hosts in Birmingham.

- Luigi Mangione murder trial to have anonymous jury
[3 hours old]: The judge overseeing the state murder trial ruled the 12-person jury would remain anonymous because of the intense media spotlight on the case.

- Three ways to watch safely without glasses
[6 hours old]: With some shops running out of stock, it may be too late to buy eclipse glasses - but you can still safely watch the spectacle using some household items.


- Weather forecast - where will the best view be?
[8 hours old]: Look to the skies on Wednesday because one of the most spectacular solar eclipses for decades is coming the UK's way with likely optimum viewing conditions for many.


- How can Andy Burnham stop PC Harper's killers being released early?
[6 hours old]: None of the solutions proposed are quick or easy and some carry political risk, writes UK correspondent Daniel Sandford.

- Inside the Secret Service 'shell game' to hide US presidents in plain sight
[2 hours old]: Elaborate deception operations and decoys are often used to deceive potential threats to the US president.

* How affordable are Edinburgh's festivals?
[1 hours old]: The city is no stranger to complaints about soaring prices during August - but are costs on the rise?

- Anguish of Colombian brother at rubble of building being searched for earthquake survivors
[1 hours old]: BBC Mundo has gone to the site of Torres del Limonar, a collapsed building in Cali where rescue workers fight to free survivors.

- Burnham faces unpopularity test over prisons dilemma
[7 hours old]: The early release conundrum has given the new PM his first taste of tricky political decision-making.

- BBC Weather's monthly outlook
[8 hours old]: Our latest long-term UK forecast focusing on likely trends for the next four weeks.

- Criticism as thousands of seats empty at Europeans Athletics Championships
[3 hours old]: Nearly 10,000 seats were empty at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium on Monday.

- Russia releases former US Marine reported in poor health
[6 hours old]: Trump said Robert Gilman, who was arrested in 2022, was released on a humanitarian basis, after he had reportedly been in a catatonic-like state.

- Councils to get more powers to stop vape and betting shops, PM announces
[7 hours old]: Prime Minister Andy Burnham says town centres have been "hollowed out" by decades of decline.

- France bans unsolicited telemarketing calls
[8 hours old]: Cold calling is coming to an end in France, with one consumer group calling the ban a "small revolution".

- Former judge removed by Orbán elected Hungarian president
[4 hours old]: Since taking office in early May, the new Hungarian government has lost no time dismantling Viktor Orbán's legacy.

- Did President Trump Escape Air Force One In A Catering Truck?
[6 hours old]: The Washington Post has reported on a secret presidential plane swap.

* GB's Glave and Azu claim European 100m one-two
[1 hours old]: Great Britain's Romell Glave and Jeremiah Azu claim a sensational European 100m one-two for the hosts in Birmingham.

- A coup for Bezos and a windfall for FSG - where does deal leave Liverpool?
[7 hours old]: Why investment by a group including Jeff Bezos would not make a marked difference to Liverpool's spending power - and might sit uneasily with fans.

- Jaissle 'bit scared' how refs will take 'emotional' touchline style
[5 hours old]: Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle cut a measured figure at his unveiling news conference, but Premier League managers will come up against someone very different

- Criticism of empty seats and ticket prices at Europeans
[3 hours old]: Nearly 10,000 seats were empty at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium on Monday.

- Unhappy PSG given extra Super Cup dressing room
[9 hours old]: Champions League winners Paris St-Germain were unhappy with the space they were given at Red Bull Arena.

- Super Giants deny Sunrisers and boost knockout bid
[2 hours old]: Manchester Super Giants gave themselves a huge chance of qualifying for the knockout stages of The Hundred with a 10-wicket win over Sunrisers Leeds.

- Palace co-owner spoke to McNeil's partner before move
[11 hours old]: Crystal Palace co-owner and chairman Steve Parish contacts Dwight McNeil's partner before the midfielder's move to the club.

- Tributes to co-founder of John Pye auction house
[2 hours old]: A statement issued by the firm said "John lived a fantastic life full of laughter and hard work".

- AI agent hacks gym to get its user a spot in pilates class
[11 hours old]: The incident is being seen as the latest example of the AI tools going to any lengths to complete their tasks.

- More than 10 firms pay up to 0,000 a month for fast access to Truth Social posts
[15 hours old]: Trump Media expects the controversial service, which launched this month, to provide a new revenue stream, as it posts a quarterly loss.

- Wall Street giants hand Nvidia 0bn to fund boom in AI projects
[14 hours old]: The money will be used to develop new data centres to house, operate, and cool miles of stacked computer chips that process AI data and actions.

- Mars Bar from 1991 found – and it's 56% bigger than today's
[14 hours old]: The woman who found the chocolate bar during a house clearance compares it with today's Mars Bars.

- Watch: U's fans told house prices put players off
[6 hours old]: At a fans' forum, the director of football reveals high property costs are a "big challenge".

- The Global Story
[14 hours old]: Are we entering the Chinese Century, or is the Chinese Dream already fading for some?


and in other older news ...

. What it's like to chase solar eclipses around the world
[69 hours old]: For many, a total solar eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But for a dedicated few, it's a deep passion.

. How to get a good night's sleep during hot weather
[1136 hours old]: Simple tips to help you get a good night's sleep when temperatures rise.

. No air con? Here's how to get the most out of your electric fan
[822 hours old]: Point it at your face? Use a bowl of ice? Open a window? Our experts separate fact from fiction.

. Why heatwaves hit women harder
[815 hours old]: Experts are calling for better awareness of the heat-related risks to women and more targeted efforts to protect them.

. Perseid meteor shower reaches peak: When and where to catch a glimpse
[21 hours old]: On Wednesday night the Perseids will peak offering the best chance of seeing a 'shooting star'.

. BBC News app
[11241 hours old]: Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests

. How a murder case fuelled a culture war
[22 hours old]: How Luigi Mangione's case became a battleground in America's culture wars

. Uncovering sexual misconduct claims against the Oscar-winning actor
[330 hours old]: Multiple women accuse Oscar-winning Hollywood actor Jared Leto of sexual misconduct.

. 'I started in my 20s and made £8,000': Why women are often better investors than men
[23 hours old]: Women can make higher returns but only about a quarter of UK women have investments, compared with about 40% of men.

. Thames Water gave finance boss a £1m signing-on fee
[32 hours old]: The seven-figure payment was given to Steve Buck as part of package to persuade him to join the troubled utility company.

. Ban on 'subscription traps' brought forward by three months
[37 hours old]: The prime minister is embarking on a UK tour with a series of announcements aimed at easing living costs.

. Consortium advances talks for stake in Liverpool
[33 hours old]: A group including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos advances its talks to buy about a 30% stake in Liverpool, BBC Sport has been told.

. Taylor Farms recalls jalapeno products after salmonella outbreak
[32 hours old]: Food producer Taylor Farms is recalling sandwiches, sauces and dips across 26 US states after a salmonella outbreak.

. Tech leaders say AI means less work - their staff say they work up to 90 hours a week
[42 hours old]: Tech companies are not modelling their own claims of the technology giving people more free time.

. You could be missing out on £150 off your energy bill - here's how to check
[47 hours old]: Some people need to ensure they are named on their energy bill before the deadline to qualify for help.

. Water outage forces Chessington theme park to close
[32 hours old]: Chessington says all tickets booked for Monday can be used on a future date.

. Is football AI-proof? Why tech investors wanted a slice of the World Cup
[81 hours old]: What was the thinking of the investors backing the now-canned plan, and are such proposals in the future inevitable?

. Could your tattoo stop you from getting a job?
[46 hours old]: A quarter of the UK population – including the new prime minister – have at least one tattoo, but they still divide opinion in the workplace.

. Goodwin considers selling part of defence business
[103 hours old]: The firm is a key supplier of components to UK and US frigate and submarine programmes.

. Raw images, no filters: Why MySpace fans want it back as relaunch hinted
[71 hours old]: Fans and creators say a revived MySpace must feel personal, not algorithm-driven.

. Argos is getting a makeover - but can it attract new shoppers?
[120 hours old]: The retailer has been around for 50 years but struggled to compete with newer rivals such as Amazon. Can its new owners turn it around?

. Meta fined 7m in largest child safety ruling against social media giant
[109 hours old]: The ruling is in addition to 5m in fines Meta was already ordered to pay in the case, for a total of 2m.

. Surprise fall in US jobs last month as slow summer continues
[105 hours old]: Analysts had expected an uptick in the number of jobs created, but the number of roles fell by 23,000 in July.

. Trump administration to pay German firm .2bn to halt US wind projects
[105 hours old]: The RWE payout is the latest in a string of deals cancelling wind energy projects, a power source long derided by Trump.

. Trump imposes 15% tariff on key chip material to counter China
[118 hours old]: The move aims to protect US firms as they face increasing competition from China's chip industry.

. 'You could smell someone' who worked at Raleigh
[42 hours old]: The company was more than just a employer. For years, it was part of the fabric of Nottingham.

. The cost of being single – and how friends are teaming up to beat it
[167 hours old]: Many singles face extra costs for housing, bills, food and holidays but there are ways to ease the burden.

. 'I feel like I dug my own grave': The workers caught in the AI transition
[169 hours old]: AI is reshaping the Philippines' outsourcing industry, raising questions over the future of the industry.

. How tech is helping in the battle against wildfires
[167 hours old]: Tech is being used to watch for wildfires but firefighters are still needed to put them out.

. Zinc dresses and ice creams - how to survive a heatwave wedding
[191 hours old]: The wedding industry is facing last-minute costs to cope with the heat and October bookings are up.

. India wants to join the strawberry superpowers
[289 hours old]: Indian strawberry farmers rely on varieties imported from the US and Europe, but that could change.

. The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry
[313 hours old]: Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms.

. How cow showers and fans help farmers keep cattle cool
[322 hours old]: Dairy farmers are using cow showers and fans to protect cattle as hotter summers hit milk production.

. Is it time to stop using glue and labels on paper?
[360 hours old]: Labels and adhesives can prevent paper from being recycled but there's new tech aimed at changing that.

. The 20-somethings betting big on tech stocks
[529 hours old]: The BBC hears from people about the risks and rewards of investing in technology shares.

. This farmer wanted to quit the cocaine industry - he couldn't
[551 hours old]: Colombians who grow cocaine's raw material bemoan a lack of support to help them switch crops.

. Is tracking your food purchases good for your health?
[696 hours old]: Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet?

. School uniform rules must go further, charity says
[17 hours old]: A Coventry charity opens a uniform bank as the government sets limits on logoed items for pupils.

. Families under pressure to find food in summer
[17 hours old]: Parents are struggling to feed children in the school holidays, with more families using food banks.

. New school uniform rules won't cut costs, says mum
[34 hours old]: Michaela Wilson says she has "no idea why schools don't just sell iron-on branded badges".

. Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters
[479 hours old]: Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?

. Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension
[1008 hours old]: Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older

. The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
[1488 hours old]: The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.

. How the High Street became a window on our political instability
[1560 hours old]: High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?

. The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil
[1816 hours old]: Coffees at some city centre outlets now cost £5. It's a story of tariffs, the climate, Gen Z cultural tastes, and savvy coffee farmers playing the market, writes Faisal Islam

. Business Daily
[26 hours old]: Europe's biggest business district in Paris is turning vacant office space into housing

. Jeff Bezos and Liverpool explained
[31 hours old]: BBC Sport's Sam Harris breaks down the potential new investment of Jeff Bezos into Liverpool.

. What do people want from Argos?
[111 hours old]: As Sainsbury agrees to sell Argos for £120m, we ask people if they still shop there, and what the new owners can do to compete with big online retailers like Amazon.


 
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