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- Holidaymakers warned about 'explosive diarrhoea' cyclospora parasite infection
[3 hours old]: The UK is seeing a sharp rise in cases - 67 since April - with many of them among travellers returning from Mexico.
. Ticket prices set to rise by 15p as Heathrow able to recover runway project money
[26 hours old]: UK airport gets green light to charge airlines more to use the hub, which is expected to mean higher fares for flyers.
. Unauthorised airport car park grows despite stop notice
[33 hours old]: Customers says they returned from their holidays to find their cars damaged and dirty.
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Thousands evacuated in Crete as Europe battles wildfires [2 hours old]: Strong winds have fanned the flames in the Rethymno region as wildfires continue to ravage the Greek island.
* Drought declared across whole of Wales as conditions 'deteriorate' [0 hours old]: Wales is on course for its driest July on record in almost 190 years.
* Bank holds interest rates but says it is ready to raise them if Iran war escalates [0 hours old]: The Bank also expects the economy to grow more than previously forecast this year, although uncertainties remain because of the Iran war.
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Watch: Giant iceberg turns over near Greenland's coast [3 hours old]: Video captured by a passerby showed the moment the iceberg collapsed, creating a big wave.
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Large rise in offenders sent back to prison, figures reveal [2 hours old]: There has been a large rise in the number of offenders being recalled to prisons in England and Wales.
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Four people die after busiest day for small-boat crossings this year [3 hours old]: Two deadly incidents occurred as 752 people crossed the Channel into the UK on Wednesday, new figures show.
* Missile that left crater deep inside Poland was probably Russian, Polish PM says [1 hours old]: The missile left a 10m-wide (33ft) crater a short distance from the village of Tarnawa Kolonia, about 100km from the border with Ukraine.
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US launches 'heavy' strikes on Iran after attempted attack on American troops [3 hours old]: After a short period of relative calm when hostilities were paused, both sides have now restarted missile attacks.
* Greek police probe 'foul play' in death of woman found in suitcase [1 hours old]: Elisabeth-Jane Ross's body was found in an abandoned building in the Kypseli district in Athens on 18 July.
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Former England football star Shaun Wright-Phillips joins Strictly line-up [2 hours old]: The sportsman - who is also the son of Arsenal legend Ian Wright - played for clubs including Manchester City.
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Zendaya and Tom Holland's decade-long Spider-Man romance in pictures [3 hours old]: A look back at 10 years of Spider-Man movie premieres for the newlyweds.
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Beauty Pie founder on how she dropped out of university and built five businesses [15 hours old]: Marcia Kilgore, who also founded Soap & Glory and Fitflop, shares her top tips on how to create a successful business.
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How the UK's extreme heat is shifting the conversation about air-con [15 hours old]: Should we embrace air conditioning despite its costs and consequences?
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Glen Hansard: Meeting heroes and the tape that changed his life [1 hours old]: Glen Hansard, who died in a motorbike crash on Wednesday, travelled an unusual journey to stardom.
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Satellite images show how Israel's army is building new barriers inside Gaza [9 hours old]: Experts have told the BBC that the earthworks suggest Israel is planning for a long-term internal border.
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How serial killer James Desborough preyed on vulnerable homeless men [9 hours old]: Killer James Desborough cut up and burned his victims before dumping them in woodland near his home.
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Watch: Strikes near Zelensky's hometown as hundred of drones launched [4 hours old]: Eight people, including two boys and a girl, have died during a Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine, according to local officials.
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Suspected Kinahan gang leader faces extradition [4 hours old]: The ex-boxing promoter was previously named in court as the head of an international drug cartel.
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England on track for record heat-related deaths this year, UKHSA estimates [3 hours old]: In a preliminary assessment, the agency said there were an estimated 2,877 heat-related deaths during the May and June heatwaves, almost double the figure for last year.
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Olivia Dean nominated and Lily Allen snubbed in Mercury Prize list [5 hours old]: This year's best album shortlist includes several returning nominees - but Lily Allen misses out.
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Victims of disgraced funeral boss 'unable to get refunds' [1 hours old]: Robert Bush defrauded 172 people who bought funeral plans out of £562,000, a court hears.
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Mountaineer who began fossil hunting after near-death experience discovers rare 'sea dragon' [5 hours old]: Matthew Myerscough swapped mountains for fossil-laden beaches after becoming trapped in snow on Yr Wyddfa.
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Howe going as spending rules bite - troubles for Newcastle's Saudi owners [2 hours old]: Newcastle United wanted to become one of the world's top clubs under their Saudi owners - but Eddie Howe's decision to leave is a sign of the troubles they are facing.
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Fleming new England Test coach with Root captain [3 hours old]: Former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming is appointed as England Test coach, with Joe Root as captain.
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Search halted for GB surfer who disappeared in sea [3 hours old]: Tributes are paid to surfer Arran Strong, after searches for the Brit who went missing off the coast of Portugal were called off.
* Minimum 10-match ban for discrimination - FA [0 hours old]: Players found guilty of discrimination will face a ban of at least 10 matches under strengthened Football Association rules.
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The winner who played for Tuchel - potential Newcastle boss Jaissle [3 hours old]: German Matthias Jaissle is the favourite to replace Eddie Howe at Newcastle - and has a reputation for attacking football and winning trophies.
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'Ready to write Chelsea story' - Lacroix makes £52m move [4 hours old]: Chelsea sign France World Cup defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52m.
* US economic growth sees surprise slowdown in second quarter [0 hours old]: The economy grew at an annual rate of 1.5% in the three months to June, down from 2.1% seen in the previous quarter.
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Virtual interviews don't show bosses your personality, says Burnham [1 hours old]: Interviews online may not allow young people to "shine" and communicate their "passion", the prime minister says.
* Hundreds of jobs to go at Jaguar Land Rover [1 hours old]: The car giant says it expects fewer than 300 people will lose their jobs.
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Shell profits double as oil prices rise due to Iran war [5 hours old]: Disruption to global supplies of oil and liquid natural gas through the Strait of Hormuz has pushed up prices.
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Beauty Pie founder on how she dropped out of university and built five beauty businesses [15 hours old]: Marcia Kilgore, founder of Beauty Pie, shares her top tips on how to create a successful business.
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Burnham says nuclear sub investment will protect UK and boost jobs [6 hours old]: Speaking ahead of a visit to Barrow-in-Furness, the PM seeks to stress the economic benefits of defence spending.
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Trump considering AI controls after OpenAI hacking incidents [7 hours old]: It marks a change of tone for his administration, which has taken a more hands-off approach to the technology.
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Wiped out by a hurricane, this US community is now a global energy giant [12 hours old]: A US county flattened by Hurricane Rita is now the world's largest exporter of liquified natural gas.
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What's happening to UK interest rates and what does it mean for mortgages? [2 hours old]: The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
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Your burger costs more this summer, but farmers say they're not cashing in [14 hours old]: The prices of beef, bread buns and bagged salad have risen sharply over the past year, figures show.
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The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry [16 hours old]: Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms.
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Newscast [22 hours old]: And how will the Prime Minister fund social care reform?
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Americast [22 hours old]: Laura Loomer, one of Trump's favourite influencers, has interviewed Zelensky.
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New documentary uncovers sexual misconduct claims against Leto [33 hours old]: Multiple women accuse Oscar-winning Hollywood actor Jared Leto of sexual misconduct.
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What happens here has a big impact on your money [22 hours old]: BBC business reporter Dearbail Jordan explains how it works from inside the Bank of England.
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Meta shares fall as frustration grows over AI spending plans [16 hours old]: CEO Mark Zuckerberg said the firm intends to sell its AI tools to other companies for the first time.
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'No magic wand' to tackle high prices, Fed boss says as US interest rates held [18 hours old]: The Federal Reserve's decision, which was broadly expected, means rates remain between the 3.5% and 3.75%.
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Some tech shares are plunging - what does that mean for the AI revolution? [23 hours old]: Sharp falls in the value of chip makers have stoked investor concerns that the euphoria around AI related companies is fading.
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'Don't wait until you want revenge' - why prenups are on the rise [39 hours old]: More young couples are now signing prenups to set out who gets what in the event of divorce.
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Charities unable to pay staff after fraud alert [20 hours old]: Security fears saw CAF Bank, which serves 14,000 UK charities, suspend its online banking portal.
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Matcha and protein pivot pays off for Greggs as profits rise [28 hours old]: UK's largest fast-food chain says it is changing its menu "in line with changing tastes and trends".
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Andy Burnham wants to fix social care - what are the options? [28 hours old]: With Andy Burnham saying he wants to bring "substantial change" to social care in England, BBC Verify looks at what could be done.
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Data centres could pay hundreds of millions in deposits for power demands [27 hours old]: The regulator said a fee of between £237,500 to £712,500 per megawatt should be charged for upcoming projects.
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Brits urged to avoid dangerous plug adaptors this summer - what to watch out for [39 hours old]: Campaign group Electrical Safety First has urged those "heading abroad this summer to think before they buy".
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The evidence that shows today's 20-somethings really do have it worse [38 hours old]: People in their 20s are facing a tougher start to adulthood than any generation in almost half a century, according to analysis for the BBC.
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OpenAI says its rogue AI tried to hack other companies [29 hours old]: The out-of-control AI found four logins which allowed it to access multiple unnamed online services.
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Burnham has no scope to increase borrowing, think tank warns [39 hours old]: The Prime Minister has announced a series of cost-of-living measure since taking office but is facing questions about how he will fund them.
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Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robots [36 hours old]: The US and China are locked in a race to the lead the world in robotics and artificial intelligence.
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eBay agrees m settlement with bloggers over harassment case [40 hours old]: Former eBay executives carried out "unprecedented" harassment over a critical newsletter.
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How cow showers and fans help farmers keep cattle cool [25 hours old]: Dairy farmers are using cow showers and fans to protect cattle as hotter summers hit milk production.
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Is it time to stop using glue and labels on paper? [63 hours old]: Labels and adhesives can prevent paper from being recycled but there's new tech aimed at changing that.
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The 20-somethings betting big on tech stocks [232 hours old]: The BBC hears from people about the risks and rewards of investing in technology shares.
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This farmer wanted to quit the cocaine industry - he couldn't [255 hours old]: Colombians who grow cocaine's raw material bemoan a lack of support to help them switch crops.
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Is tracking your food purchases good for your health? [399 hours old]: Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet?
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New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain [423 hours old]: It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.
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Wealthy AI workers send San Francisco house prices soaring [519 hours old]: The median cost of a home in the city is now .7m, a record high, according to the latest figures.
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Robots available for rent: But what can they do? [566 hours old]: Robotics tech is changing fast, so for many it makes sense to rent a robot.
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AI is 'not smart' so what's next in artificial intelligence? [663 hours old]: Leading AI researcher Yan LeCun has a start-up which is developing a more flexible AI system.
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'We are rescuing unpicked blackberries' [20 hours old]: Low-income households will benefit from blackberries being collected, a community group says.
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Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension [711 hours old]: Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older
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The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash [1191 hours old]: The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.
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How the High Street became a window on our political instability [1263 hours old]: High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?
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The £5 coffee that tells a story of global economic turmoil [1520 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
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The threat to summer holidays looming from jet fuel shortages [2103 hours old]: What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
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1975: The world's first shop for left-handers [31 hours old]: A London shop selling goods designed for left-handed people was doing a brisk trade.
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Shabaz Asks: Are Billionaires Bad? [57 hours old]: Shabaz Ali turns author to see if the internet's favourite villains deserve the hate.
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Money Box [119 hours old]: What might the new team at the top of government mean for your money?
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How much money do you give for a wedding gift? [153 hours old]: You've been invited by the happy couple, but they've asked for cash - not presents. North Londoners tell us what they would do.