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* Nineteen now arrested over Northern Ireland disorder with house targeted in arson
[0 hours old]: Incidents included an arson attack on a house in the Shore Road area of north Belfast on Thursday night
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Chris Mason: Dissent fizzes again at the top of the Labour Party [10 hours old]: The resignations of the defence secretary and armed forces minister pile the pressure further on the PM's leadership.
* Elon Musk's SpaceX raises bn ahead of record stock market debut [0 hours old]: The public sale is also expected to make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.
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Meningitis B vaccine to be offered to a million young people after outbreaks [12 hours old]: The decision for the one-off vaccine programme follows the unprecedented outbreak in Kent this year.
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Grooming survivors left with criminal records still being failed, BBC told [6 hours old]: Victims who were abused and prosecuted as children are still being failed, says grooming report author.
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'I spent uni savings on getting my teeth fixed' - the real cost of NHS dentist shortage [12 hours old]: People tell BBC Your Voice the rising cost of private dentistry is putting them in a difficult position.
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Tehran says 'nothing' finalised after Trump claims deal to end Iran war near [3 hours old]: Iran says reports of a deal are "speculative" after the US president says a "great settlement" to end the conflict has been reached.
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UK economy contracts as Iran war impact felt [1 hours old]: The economy shrank slightly in April as the Iran war began to have an impact on businesses, official data shows.
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My friends always want to split the bill equally, how do I say no? [12 hours old]: It is never easy to speak up when a fellow diner says "let's just divide it!"
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'No-one knows it's on' - NBA Finals feed US World Cup apathy [7 hours old]: With the World Cup under way, how excited are people across the United States - and do they even know it is on?
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From near death to tournament hero - Jimenez's tears for Mexico [11 hours old]: From nearly dying on the pitch to scoring for Mexico at the World Cup - Raul Jimenez has completed a remarkable comeback.
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The World Cup of adverts: How brands are competing to entertain, not simply sell [7 hours old]: Kim Kardashian, Timothée Chalamet and Susan Boyle feature in ambitious ads ahead of the World Cup.
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Tartan Army feels the heat in Boston as World Cup kicks off [3 hours old]: Visitors are facing 31C temperatures in the city, with the soaring heat expected to continue into Saturday when Scotland's men face Haiti.
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David Hockney: Art's great innovator whose vivid paintings made him a household name [1 hours old]: The proud Yorkshireman who also painted iconic pictures of America, was routinely described as Britain's greatest artist.
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'I've never been this good' – revolutionary immune reset puts lupus in remission [12 hours old]: Patients on the trial have not needed medication to manage their condition.
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Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever [12 hours old]: From trade wars to soaring ticket prices, the 2026 World Cup is unlike any before it. Faisal Islam explores what this tournament reveals about our changing global economy.
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The unknown man in my mother's coffin: A year after Air India crash, families still waiting for answers [11 hours old]: Relatives urge Indian authorities for answers after receiving the misidentified, and in one case mixed, remains of their loved ones.
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'They destroyed the future': Palestinian anger at rise in Israeli demolitions in East Jerusalem [6 hours old]: Palestinian homes are being pulled down in occupied East Jerusalem to make way for a park.
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Watch: Three things to know about SpaceX's stock market debut [2 hours old]: The BBC's Samira Hussain explains everything you need to know about SpaceX's historic IPO.
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Summer warmth to return for weekend but heatwave chances fade [5 hours old]: After a wet start to June it will be drier and warmer for the weekend, as Ben Rich explains.
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Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha dies after more than three years in coma [10 hours old]: Princess Bajrakitiyabha, the king's eldest daughter, collapsed in December 2022 while exercising her dogs.
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Ex-UK political aide Steve Hilton would overhaul California as governor, he tells BBC [6 hours old]: The Trump-backed candidate is running as a Republican in the deeply liberal state on a platform that he says isn't beholden to party ideology.
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Our sons are playing for two different countries at the World Cup [6 hours old]: Jack and Heather Souttar are heading to the US to support their sons, who play for Scotland and Australia.
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Girl, 14, charged with attempted murder after Manchester school knife attack [12 hours old]: Two pupils and a teacher were injured in the attack, which counter-terror police are investigating.
* Williamson ends New Zealand career in middle of series with England [0 hours old]: Former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson - has country's all-time leading run-scorer - retires from all international cricket with immediate effect.
* Gasly's Monaco third place reinstated after appeal [0 hours old]: Pierre Gasly is reinstated into third place in the Monaco Grand Prix, after the stewards rescind the two penalties he received for pit-lane speeding.
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Watford great Jackett dies aged 64 [1 hours old]: Watford legend and former Wales international Kenny Jackett dies at the age of 64.
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A new way to experience the World Cup - only on BBC Sport [2 hours old]: Ever wanted to see a World Cup match from every angle? How about a full-pitch tactical view? Now you can on the BBC.
* Elon Musk's SpaceX raises bn ahead of world's biggest stock market launch [0 hours old]: The public sale is also expected to make Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire.
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India's 'blue gold' starts a new drinks industry [12 hours old]: Agave plants grow wild in India and new distillers are using them to create a spirits industry.
* UK signals it may block payout to British Steel owner [0 hours old]: Chinese firm Jingye is seeking compensation after the government decided to nationalise the company.
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'I was employee number one at SpaceX' [1 hours old]: The BBC's Michelle Fleury spoke to Tom Mueller, who was one of the company's founders alongside Elon Musk in 2002.
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'I was employee number one': SpaceX co-founder reacts to firm's market debut [5 hours old]: The BBC's Michelle Fleury spoke to Tom Mueller, who was one of the company's founders alongside Elon Musk in 2002.
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Weekly quiz: Which Sesame Street character got in trouble with New Yorkers? [18 hours old]: How much attention did you pay to what happened in the world over the past seven days?
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BBC News app [9789 hours old]: Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests
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Why Has Defence Secretary John Healey Resigned? [16 hours old]: Defence Secretary John Healey resigns in latest blow to Starmer.
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The Democrats fight back Trump-style in Maine… but have they messed up? [30 hours old]: New scandals and allegations emerge against Democrat Graham Platner in Maine
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Ryanair investigated over charging parents to sit with children [18 hours old]: The UK's competition regulator is investigating the airline over charges it imposes on parents to sit next to their child.
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Mike Ashley's Frasers offers £1.73bn to buy all of Hugo Boss [36 hours old]: The retail group already owns just over a quarter of the German fashion brand but wants to buy the rest of it.
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I'd have vetoed foreign sale of UK tech giant, says Business Secretary [36 hours old]: Peter Kyle's comments come as the government sets out how it would back British technology companies.
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SpaceX IPO: Preparing for the biggest liftoff yet? [39 hours old]: It’s not just about rockets: what SpaceX does and why its IPO matters
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Villagers take fight against Lidl store plans to Welsh government [17 hours old]: Residents in the area do not want a store on land separating Llantwit Major and Llanmaes.
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Trump says 'I love the inflation' as US prices rise at fastest rate in three years [26 hours old]: The US president later said he had meant that he actually loved that inflation was not higher.
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Social media on trial: Four important cases to watch [30 hours old]: Social media firms face thousands of lawsuits, the BBC looks at four which could be significant.
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Korea fines e-commerce giant 0m over data breach affecting millions [27 hours old]: The record fine comes after around 37.5 million users had their private data exposed.
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World Cup expected to be the biggest betting event in history [40 hours old]: The expansion of the number of games being played is set to drive a surge in the amount of bets placed on this year's World Cup.
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Bill debt soars but many don't know help is available [60 hours old]: The majority of billpayers are unaware of special tariffs for water and broadband, the spending watchdog says.
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Illegal mini-marts to shut for up to 12 months under law change prompted by BBC [55 hours old]: Under current rules, shops breaking the law can only be closed for up to six months in England and Wales.
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World's largest chipmaker does not rule out price rises as costs increase [61 hours old]: In a rare interview, a senior executive at TSMC discusses the AI boom, the geopolitics of chips and what it means for the price of electronics.
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How to enjoy the World Cup - and keep your boss on side [60 hours old]: Football fans and bosses share their strategies to balance late night kick offs with work the next day.
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UK pint prices up 36% since last World Cup – here's why [54 hours old]: UK pint prices are up 36% since the last World Cup. We look at why beer now costs so much more.
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Beauty Pie LED mask ad banned over misleading anti-wrinkle claim [60 hours old]: The mask is not "clinically proven to reduce wrinkles in four weeks", the advertising watchdog finds.
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Kalshi to make some users reveal job details to tackle insider trading [60 hours old]: After issues with insider trading, the prediction betting platform is adding new rules.
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Version of AI tool 'too powerful for public' released to public [64 hours old]: Claude Fable 5 is a version of Anthropic's Claude Mythos, an AI program which caused a stir among technology, finance, and government leaders.
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AI giants' race to raise funds heats up as ChatGPT-owner plans stock market debut [75 hours old]: The company behind ChatGPT files its plans one week after Anthropic did the same.
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Driving test booking rules tightened after thousands of no shows [84 hours old]: Learner drivers can only swap their test to the three centres nearest to their original booking.
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SpaceX's stock market blast-off could be Musk's biggest gamble yet [21 hours old]: SpaceX is preparing for a stock market debut that could transform the company, the wider market and Elon Musk's fortune.
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New candy stores are popping up across NYC. Why? [36 hours old]: While US consumer confidence is at an historic low the Big Apple's sweet shops are expanding.
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Could humanoid robots be heading for the battlefield? [84 hours old]: Armed forces are experimenting with humanoid robots, but battlefield deployment is some way off.
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Spain's visitor numbers hit new highs as tourists avoid Middle East [108 hours old]: The European country had 9.1 million international visitors in April, the most ever for that month.
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The ancient trick making food waste useful and tasty [180 hours old]: Instead of throwing away byproducts of food processing, fermentation is making them valuable.
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'By the grace of God': Miners dig on as lab-grown diamonds change market [204 hours old]: The rising popularity of lab-grown diamonds heaps pressure on those hunting for the natural gems.
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How 'confused' AI rollout hurts firms and baffles staff [252 hours old]: Some firms are putting pressure on staff to use AI, but have not thought through their AI rollout.
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Caribbean hot sauce producers warn of shortages and higher prices [276 hours old]: Manufacturers in Jamaica say the key chilli peppers they need are in limited supply.
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Humanoid robots 'the future' of car making, says BMW [347 hours old]: BMW is introducing humanoid robots to a car plant in Europe, building on similar projects in the US.
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Is 'out of control' US tipping culture spreading overseas? [372 hours old]: With US waiting staff getting cross at receiving less than 20%, tips are also on the rise elsewhere.
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The rise of the fruit that tastes like custard [384 hours old]: Custard apple plants are prized for their hardiness but exporting their delicate fruit is difficult.
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Morocco wants tourists to visit Western Sahara. Some say it's tightening its control [444 hours old]: The Moroccan government wants more Western holidaymakers to visit the territory it claims to own.
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'Six eggs used to be £1' - why everyday essentials cost so much more now [466 hours old]: Six supermarket brand eggs cost £1 in 2022. How much are they now, why have they gone up, and is anyone profiteering?
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Love factually: Dating start-ups promise to cut the cheats [516 hours old]: Frustration with fake dating profiles has spurred new dating services with different approaches.
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The fight against foreign developers buying Caribbean beaches [540 hours old]: Campaigners in Barbuda, Grenada and Jamaica say they can no longer access their coastlines.
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Robo-top: The machines that could make your next t-shirt [588 hours old]: Most clothes are made in Asia, but new machines could bring some of that work back to the West.
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Why does Amazon have no Western rivals? [604 hours old]: The internet giant dwarfs other online retailers on both sides of the Atlantic.
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Why does your World Cup pint cost so much this time round? [19 hours old]: Pub landlords explain why they have no choice but to charge more.
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Dozens of crisis payments handed out by council [21 hours old]: Many of the completed payments have gone to low income families with surging heating oil costs.
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Paper plant closure fears spark community protest [22 hours old]: Workers and families held a demonstration with 167 jobs at risk at the site in Launceston.
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Will UK interest rates go up? [22 hours old]: The interest rate set by the Bank of England affects mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions.
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The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash [36 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 [108 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 [364 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 [948 hours old]: What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
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Scammers are becoming ever more sophisticated - this is what the fightback looks like [1308 hours old]: Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?
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Trump: 'I love the inflation' [42 hours old]: The president also revealed that the US is 'taking out' millions of barrels of oil from Iran, saying Tehran didn't know 'until right now'.