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- How to walk 30 minutes a day - your tips after NHS reward scheme announced
[12 hours old]: From walking the dog before breakfast to getting off the bus a stop early, readers share their tips for building a daily walking habit.

. Pupils perform for Foo Fighters in stadium show
[111 hours old]: The Bell Tower Beats, from Anfield Road Primary School, performed for the US stars in Liverpool.

- Security staff strikes averted at Aberdeen Airport
[13 hours old]: The strikes, involving baggage screening staff, were due begin on Monday with the Unite union warning of "significant delays".

. Why is crucial tech vulnerable to the heat?
[75 hours old]: Energy grids and train services are among the vital services that are vulnerable to very hot weather.

. How to bag a bargain flight
[44 hours old]: Finance expert Laura Pomfret shares her top tips for finding cheaper flights, from spotting rare error fares to knowing the best time to book. Plus, why airline bundles aren't always the bargain they seem.

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- Starmer tells of 'intensely personal' decision to quit and warns Burnham in first interview since resigning
[13 hours old]: In an untypically candid interview, the outgoing PM tells the BBC it was "really tough" to accept his political career was over.

* Pubs and police brace for England-Mexico 1am kick-off after Fifa U-turn
[0 hours old]: England's must-win World Cup match will go ahead as planned on Monday. Pubs can stay open until 05:00, which could spell a difficult morning for many.

- Taylor Swift marries Travis Kelce in NYC ceremony officiated by Adam Sandler
[8 hours old]: The star-studded celebration saw several streets in Midtown Manhattan shut, as hordes of fans gathered outside the arena.

- In pictures: Stars and fans celebrate Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding
[2 hours old]: Celebrities and sports stars were spotted as the A-list couple tied the knot in New York on Friday.

* The massive scramble behind the scenes before the new PM arrives
[1 hours old]: As Starmer gets ready to pack his bags, there's a "bunfight for jobs" in Whitehall, one MP tells Laura Kuenssberg.

- Fireworks, flyovers and a 'really long' Trump speech ahead as US celebrates 250th
[3 hours old]: The celebrations in the US capital will feature 850,000 fireworks, a "really long" speech from the president and scorching temperatures.

- Mini-marts linked to convicted people smuggler closed after BBC investigation
[8 hours old]: We traced Twana Jamal, once the "the godfather" of French migrant camps, to two shops in Leicestershire.

- 'Hotter and hotter and hotter' - Europe's new climate in seven charts
[9 hours old]: Temperature records were smashed in June - and scientists warn this is a sign of things to come. 

- What could new rights for unmarried couples mean for your money?
[9 hours old]: Co-habiting couples in England and Wales could be given more protections if they break up under new government proposals.

- The schools starting late after 1am England kick-off to 'reduce pressure' on parents
[7 hours old]: Some schools are opting to open late, arguing they are striking the right balance, and many parents have backed the decision.

- Russia looks to students to make up for mounting losses in Ukraine
[11 hours old]: Moscow's campaign for students to sign army contracts comes as the Kremlin seeks to sustain its war effort for a fifth year.

- Five and a half hours that left England's last-16 tie in chaos
[8 hours old]: For several hours on Friday, no-one seemed to know when England's World Cup last-16 match against co-hosts Mexico would kick off. BBC Sport tells how a story of confusion and anger - culminating in a Fifa U-turn - unfolded.

- England team booed on arrival at Mexico City hotel
[1 hours old]: England are booed as they arrive at their Mexico City hotel to prepare for their World Cup last-16 game against Mexico.

* Eight of the 10 most populous countries are not in the World Cup
[1 hours old]: Many countries with massive populations consistently miss out on football’s biggest party. What can they do to change their sporting fortunes?

- Farewell Cape Verde - defeat by Argentina but they are the underdogs the World Cup will never forget
[7 hours old]: Cape Verde may have been the World Cup's second-smallest nation but they leave the largest impact as they depart following defeat by defending champions Argentina in an epic.

- Murals, flags and beef dishes - Messi mania takes hold in Miami
[4 hours old]: Lionel Messi's World Cup goals roadshow continued with his seventh of the tournament for Argentina against Cape Verde - and delighted the fans who were in Miami to see their hero.

- UK temperatures forecast to exceed 30C as another heatwave imminent
[10 hours old]: Another heatwave is on its way and set to last significantly longer as Stav Danaos explains.

- China's internet got so mad about a celebrity's 'bad' singing, her concert was cancelled
[11 hours old]: Celebrities have become outlets for young people's social and economic frustrations.

- Iran begins public mourning for Ayatollah killed in February
[6 hours old]: Ali Khamenei's body will lie in state in Tehran's Grand Mosalla from Friday ahead of days-long funeral events.

- Force bosses to face MPs over maternity scandal, says Streeting
[10 hours old]: Former health secretary Wes Streeting says the "cowardice" of leaders who refused to co-operate was "an insult".

- Trump's new take on 250 years of American expansionism
[10 hours old]: The US has grown, both in terms of its land and its people, over the last 250 years. What's next?

- 'Flamingo Revolution' takes off as thousands demand Albanian PM's resignation
[9 hours old]: Flamingos have become a national symbol of protest, triggered by opposition to a luxury development.

- Ear plugs have become a festival must-have - but they aren't all created equal
[9 hours old]: Ear plugs are becoming an increasingly popular accessory at music festivals.

* Tartan Army's World Cup traffic cone high jinks are taking over Scotland
[0 hours old]: Scotland fans' coning of statues during the World Cup has led to a surge in the practice back home, but not everyone has welcomed it.

- Anguished families left to identify Venezuela quake victims at makeshift morgue
[13 hours old]: The disaster has overwhelmed local services, with bodies put outside or in tents for identification.

- Keiko Fujimori declared winner of Peru's presidential election weeks after vote
[2 hours old]: The daughter of disgraced president Alberto Fujimori is declared winner of tight race nearly a month after voting took place.

* Antique silver collection found in attic sells for £60,000
[1 hours old]: More than 100 silver items, dating from the early 1700s to the early 1900s, had been expected to fetch up to £23,000.

- Five and a half hours that left England's World Cup tie in chaos
[8 hours old]: For several hours on Friday, no-one seemed to know when England's World Cup last-16 match against co-hosts Mexico would kick off. BBC Sport tells how a story of confusion and anger - culminating in a Fifa U-turn - unfolded.

- Farewell Cape Verde - the underdogs the World Cup will never forget
[7 hours old]: Cape Verde may have been the World Cup's second-smallest nation but they leave the largest impact as they depart following defeat by defending champions Argentina in an epic.

* All Blacks beat France in thrilling Nations Championship opener
[1 hours old]: Will Jordan scores twice to help New Zealand beat France as the inaugural Nations Championship opens with a captivating, nine-try thriller in Christchurch.

- Argentina overcome Cape Verde in extra-time thriller
[8 hours old]: Argentina overcome a huge scare as they beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time thanks to a deflected header from Cristian Romero to advance to the last 16.

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and in other older news ...

. BBC offers 'Stay Up or Catch Up' for England v Mexico
[23 hours old]: The BBC will be launching a special 'Stay Up or Catch Up' offer for its live coverage of England's game against Mexico at the 2026 World Cup.

. 'I love my superhero legs', says boy who 'inspires everyone around him'
[101 hours old]: The school says the young double amputee's courage and positivity has "inspired everyone".

. Greyhound who refuses to race finds new home in US
[144 hours old]: Kiki, who was bred to race, will cross the Atlantic to live in California with her new family.

. Mr Blobby costume sells for £8,500 at auction
[101 hours old]: Auctioneers say they had bids from around the world for the costume of the 'iconic' TV character.

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[10316 hours old]: Top stories, breaking news, live reporting, and follow news topics that match your interests

. The Story Of Andy Burnham's Return To Westminster - Live At Crossed Wires Festival
[17 hours old]: Chris and Faisal look at how he's gone from mayor to likely next PM.

. After 250 years, do US citizens still believe in the American Dream?
[17 hours old]: Historian Heather Cox Richardson on what history tells us about modern America

. Zendaya stars in this heated tennis love triangle
[132 hours old]: A love triangle forms between three tennis players.

. 'Start work at 11' - but will other bosses be as flexible over England's 1am match?
[18 hours old]: Employers are being urged to use their "common sense" to allow staff to work flexibly where they can.

. No-gift policy for Taylor Swift, but how much should you give at a wedding?
[23 hours old]: Wedding lists are being replaced by cash requests, but guests are divided over how much to give.

. Tackle workplace sickness to unlock hidden growth, former John Lewis boss says
[24 hours old]: More than 250 of the UK's biggest employers have signed up to his 'Get Britain Working' taskforce.

. Burnham says there is some room for movement on tax
[21 hours old]: But the likely next PM says he will stick to Labour's pledges to not raise VAT, income tax or national insurance.

. Pubs allowed to stay open until 5am on Monday for England Mexico match
[37 hours old]: The government had initially said it would not relax licensing laws further for the World Cup.

. AI is 'not smart' so what's next in artificial intelligence?
[35 hours old]: Leading AI researcher Yan LeCun has a start-up which is developing a more flexible AI system.

. 'Less than 10% sheep': How millions may have unknowingly eaten goat, skin and fat kebabs
[23 hours old]: Millions are likely to have eaten "lamb" kebabs that were actually made with goat, skin and fat.

. Instagram running ads promoting child sexual abuse material in India, BBC finds
[19 hours old]: The ads use terms including “rape” and “child video” and link to content on the messaging app Telegram.


. Ryanair warns of 'queue chaos' from new EU border system
[41 hours old]: The airline calls on European governments to postpone the EES system until after the summer holiday period.

. World Cup boom falters as US hospitality jobs fall in June
[44 hours old]: There had been early signs of a jobs boom from the tournament, but hospitality jobs declined in June.

. Car finance compensation payments delayed until next year
[46 hours old]: Millions could be entitled to compensation as a result of commission arrangements between lenders and dealers.

. Diesel sees biggest monthly fall in 26 years. What's happening to fuel prices?
[59 hours old]: When the US-Israel war with Iran began, fuel costs jumped, but they are now plummeting as hope of lasting peace grows.

. 'I spent ,000 on a World Cup trip but was left stranded at the gate'
[53 hours old]: Hundreds of fans who bought World Cup tickets on resale site StubHub say they have had them cancelled at the last minute.

. Google must pay €4.1bn fine for using Android to 'block' rivals
[48 hours old]: A Google spokesperson said the judgement "fails to recognise" the firm's "significant investment to ensure Android remains open."

. Bibles, Home Alone and perfume: Six takeaways from Trump's 2025 finances
[65 hours old]: Official documents show the US president made billions of dollars as he returned to the White House.

. Why the expected fight over the North American trade deal never kicked off
[44 hours old]: The US has confirmed it will not extend the agreement for another 16 years, but stopped short of more dramatic action.

. Don't expect connected car apps to save your stolen car, experts say
[58 hours old]: Kia told the BBC UK law prevented its location tracking function being used to live track vehicles.

. Singapore seizes m mansion over Nvidia chip smuggling
[52 hours old]: The luxury home was seized as part of a probe into the illegal trade of servers containing AI semiconductors.

. Old British fridges 'cannot cope with the heat'
[40 hours old]: Experts say older fridges are failing in hot weather as rising temperatures put them under pressure.

. Halifax brand to be scrapped after 173 years
[62 hours old]: Lloyds says it remains committed to the town of Halifax and very little will change for customers.

. US blocks long-term renewal of North American trade deal
[63 hours old]: US blocks 16-year North America trade deal renewal, triggering annual rolling reviews

. Plea for households to read energy meter as prices rise
[83 hours old]: Household energy prices have risen by 13% a year as regulator Ofgem's latest price cap kicks in.

. Up to 150 ex-WHSmith High Street stores to close as rescue deal approved
[68 hours old]: The sweeping restructuring, approved by a court, will see steep rent cuts on most remaining stores.

. Trump made more than bn from crypto in first year back in office
[66 hours old]: The president's crypto income far outpaces his earnings from real estate and Trump-themed items such as watches.

. Brewery boss who banned phones and swearing from pubs dies aged 81
[67 hours old]: Humphrey Smith had been at the helm of the Tadcaster brewer since the 1980s.

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

. The legal fight to get equal pay for Germany's disabled workers
[227 hours old]: A test case is seeking the minimum wage for 300,000 disabled people who currently get paid less.

. Do you know your 'sweat score'? The rise of hydration tech
[275 hours old]: Hydration tracking gadgets are flooding the market but is it too much information?

. Is Germany looking again at coal-powered electricity?
[299 hours old]: It had planned to abandon the fuel, but the higher cost of natural gas may make it think again.

. The artificial ice pyramids saving India's mountain villages
[371 hours old]: Himalayan villages are creating artificial glaciers to guarantee water for their crops in the spring.

. 'We had to get out of the way': The backlash over delivery robots
[395 hours old]: As the delivery vehicles increasing take to US streets, bans and protest groups are springing up.

. What is Helium-3 and could we get it from the moon?
[442 hours old]: Helium-3 is expensive and demand is forecast to soar, so some are planning to mine it on the moon.

. Why I sold my business to my staff
[467 hours old]: As more US company owners reach retirement age many are selling up to their employees.

. India's 'blue gold' starts a new drinks industry
[539 hours old]: Agave plants grow wild in India and new distillers are using them to create a spirits industry.

. New candy stores are popping up across NYC. Why?
[563 hours old]: While US consumer confidence is at an historic low the Big Apple's sweet shops are expanding.

. Could humanoid robots be heading for the battlefield?
[611 hours old]: Armed forces are experimenting with humanoid robots, but battlefield deployment is some way off.

. SSE Airtricity bills to increase by more than £70 a year
[20 hours old]: SSE Airtricity said electricity bills will increase by 6.2% seeing the customer's bill rise by about 20p a day- that's £71.57 extra a year.

. 'Not a lot of Gen Z trust the state pension system'
[22 hours old]: Young people tells the BBC what they think about the state pension.

. Excitement and concerns over credit card plans
[23 hours old]: Some islanders say changes will help but others are worried about their data being shared.

. Livery bookings rise as horse owners struggle with costs
[28 hours old]: The livery provides an affordable service for owners to be able to have their horses cared for.

. The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
[563 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
[635 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
[891 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

. The threat to summer holidays looming from jet fuel shortages
[1475 hours old]: What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?

. How to avoid fees when spending abroad
[18 hours old]: Martin is revealing everything you need to know right now to cut the cost of getting away.

. Can our fridges cope with heatwaves?
[40 hours old]: An expert says many can not handle the high temperatures we have been experiencing.

. Why Gen Z are taking mini-retirements
[48 hours old]: Many young people are choosing to spend money they would otherwise put into a pension, on trips now.