Rina Sawayama: I've been blessed by ABBA!

The pop star on her correspondence with ABBA, her rebellious teens, and filming with Keanu Reeves.

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Let's talk: 'Therapy is not weak or unnecessary'

Living through a global pandemic boosted demand for therapy as people sought help with their mental health.

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Erling Haaland: Nine goals in five games - can anyone stop him?

Erling Haaland has made an extraordinary impact in the Premier League with back to back hat-tricks for Manchester City

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Tory hopeful Liz Truss rules out new taxes if elected PM

The foreign secretary also hints she would look to provide support to firms to help with energy bills.

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EU Russia: Bloc toughens visa regime but no ban

The bloc remains divided on whether to issue a total ban on entry for Russian travellers.

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Liverpool 2-1 Newcastle: Fabio Carvalho completes Reds comeback with last-second winner

Fabio Carvalho scores in the last second to secure three points for Liverpool.

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Child assaults: ‘If the police won’t do their job, we’ll do it for them’

Mums - whose children have been attacked by teenagers - are on patrol saying police are not doing enough.

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The Papers: 'Britain demands bill freeze' and farewell Boris

Households want a block on energy costs and the PM is proud of delivering his promises, the papers say.

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Last Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev dies at 91

The former president opened up the USSR and saw it collapse in 1991.

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Shamima Begum: Spy for Canada smuggled schoolgirl to Syria

Mohammed Al Rasheed says he shared her passport details with Canada as UK police hunted for her.

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The Soviet leader who helped end the Cold War

His efforts to democratise his country led to the fall of communism, the end of the Cold War and the break-up of the Eastern Bloc.

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Mikhail Gorbachev: Remembering a warm-hearted and generous man

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg recalls his meetings with the late Mikhail Gorbachev over the past 20 years.

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Ryanair will grow even faster in recession, boss says

People will still fly during a downturn but they will choose low-fare airlines, Michael O'Leary says.

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Himars missiles and anti-radiation pills: Ukraine round-up

Ukraine says US weaponry is changing the course of the war, but fears grow of a possible nuclear disaster.

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Scottish Conservative councillor charged over romance fraud

Andrew Polson, who led East Dunbartonshire council, was suspended by the Scottish Conservative Party in June.

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Pakistan flood victims throw note pleading for help

The BBC meets stranded residents of one mountain valley as monster floods swamp parts of the country.

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Secret deals ending Britain's control in Gulf revealed

A BBC documentary shines a light on the collusions which ended Britain's empire in the Middle East.

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UK looks to Sweden for a solution to nuclear waste

After decades of experimentation Sweden is ahead of the UK when dealing with nuclear waste.

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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, interview: It takes effort to forgive

In a wide-ranging interview, she reflects on her time as a working member of the Royal Family.

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Undeclared pools in France uncovered by AI technology

Millions in tax revenue has been collected after more than 20,000 undeclared pools were found.

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Moqtada al-Sadr supporters storm Iraqi palace after he retires

Moqtada al-Sadr supporters storm Iraq's presidential palace after the powerful Shia cleric retires.

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The Hundred: Who can still reach the knockout stages of men's and women's competitions

With it all to play for, BBC Sport explains what results are needed for each team to progress in the men's and women's Hundred.

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Tour Championship: Rory McIlroy beats Scottie Scheffler & Sungjae Im by one stroke to win third title

Rory McIlroy beats Scottie Scheffler by one shot despite the American holding a six-shot advantage over the four-time major winner at the start of the Tour Championship.

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Antony: Manchester United agree £80m deal for Ajax winger

Manchester United agree an £80m deal with Ajax for Brazil winger Antony.

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Tottenham's belief growing & Forest looking 'seriously scary'

Tottenham have started the season well but is there more to come from them? And are Forest a team to be scared of?

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Be less squeamish about drinking 'sewage water', says expert

Drinking reprocessed water is "perfectly safe and healthy", the Environment Agency chief tells public.

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'No limits' for relentless Celtic in Dundee Utd rout

Manager Ange Postecoglou says his Celtic team "keep going all the time" after thumping Dundee United 9-0 in the Scottish Premiership

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Leon Edwards: Survival and belief key to real-life Rocky story

Why Leon Edwards' UFC title triumph is a real-life Rocky story that sports fans will never forget.

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Edinburgh Fringe: Satirists bid farewell to Boris Johnson

As Boris Johnson prepares to leave office, satirists reflect on what it's like portraying the PM.

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Three parents on the 'black hole' of child suicide

Parents discuss the biggest killer of young people, and the importance of talking.

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Manchester Pride and sport: 'Never take our mind off why we're having these conversations'

As thousands prepare to parade through Manchester on Saturday, Hannah Davis, Laurie Williams, Lloyd Wilson and Daniel Jervis tell BBC Sport about what the Pride movement means to LGBTQ+ people in sport.

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Australia: Scott Morrison saga casts scrutiny on Queen's representative

The governor-general has been dragged into a backlash over ex-PM Scott Morrison's secret ministries.

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Bikers mark third anniversary of Harry Dunn's death

The 19-year-old was killed near RAF Croughton, Northamptonshire, in August 2019.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Wave of strikes' and Truss 'mulls 5% VAT cut'

Union plans for coordinated industrial action and proposals for a 'nuclear' reduction in VAT lead the papers.

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The Hundred: Peter Hatzoglou on being mentored by the late Shane Warne

Oval Invincibles spinner Peter Hatzoglou says the late Shane Warne's guidance has led him to the brink of a Hundred debut at Lord's.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Do something' as 'millions face energy poverty'

Warnings about the impact of the energy price hike on families and calls for government action lead the papers.

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US Open: Emma Raducanu ready for New York despite 'weird day'

Emma Raducanu plays down an uncomfortable practice session in New York, saying she just had "one of those weird days" before she begins her US Open title defence.

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Ellen White suffered punctured lung during acupuncture

England striker Ellen White says a punctured lung she suffered last year while receiving acupuncture treatment accelerated her retirement.

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England v South Africa: Ben Stokes and Ben Foakes centuries give hosts big lead

Watch highlights as centuries from Ben Stokes and Ben Foakes give England complete control of the second Test against South Africa after two days at Old Trafford.

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Millions prepare for huge rise in energy bills

Regulator Ofgem will announce a new price cap within hours, adding hundreds of pounds to bills from October.

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Trump: Judge orders release of redacted search court papers

A redacted version of the affidavit used to justify the Mar-a-Lago investigation will be released on Friday.

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Tory leadership: Truss criticised for Macron 'jury is out' remark

Labour accuses the foreign secretary of a "woeful lack of judgement" and insulting a close UK ally.

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Operation Arbacia: Two men charged in New IRA investigation

The men, aged 62 and 51, are charged with offences including directing a terrorist organisation.

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Bin strikes: Edinburgh locals use baths and hire skips to store waste

Residents told BBC Scotland about their methods for storing waste during the city bin strike.

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Five injured after car ploughs into pedestrians in Harrow

Medics say they do not believe the injuries are life-threatening or life-changing.

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Health secretary challenged on ambulance delays

A woman approached the health secretary during an interview, accusing him of doing nothing about ambulance delays.

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Champions League: 'Dogged Rangers fight way to place with big boys'

PSV were profligate, but that will matter little to resolute Rangers as they look forward to Champions League groups, writes Tom English.

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Rab Wardell: The cyclist who could do anything on a bike

The Scottish mountain biking champion has been hailed as a "legend" following his death aged 37.

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Carabao Cup draw: Man City v Chelsea in third round

Premier League champions Manchester City will host Chelsea in the third round of the Carabao Cup.

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Liverpool shootings: Are UK gun crimes on the rise again?

There have been seven killings in Liverpool and London since July, with shootings rising in Merseyside.

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NHS and care homes in England to pause routine Covid testing

Most hospital patients and care home residents will be longer be tested unless they fall sick.

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British-Belgian pilot, 17, becomes youngest to fly around the world solo

British-Belgian teen flew through sandstorms and spent the night on an uninhabited island to break record.

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Rico Burton: Man charged with murder of Tyson Fury's cousin

Rico Burton was stabbed outside a bar in Altrincham in the early hours of Sunday morning, police say.

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Dinosaur tracks from 113m years ago exposed by severe drought

Around 60 tracks from the predator Acrocanthosaurus have been revealed for the first time in 22 years.

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Ukraine round-up: UN warns against trial of POWs and the return of top-flight football

The UN human rights office warns that Ukrainian POWs being put on trial could constitute a war crime.

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Crawley Town 2-0 Fulham: Premier League side lose to League Two hosts

Premier League side Fulham fall to a shock Carabao Cup second-round defeat at League Two Crawley Town.

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The Hundred: Jason Roy avoids dismissal as the bails stay on

Watch the moment Oval Invincible batter Jason Roy gets lucky as the ball hits the stumps but the bails stay on against Birmingham Phoenix in The Hundred at The Oval, London.

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Twitter whistleblower questions firm's bot count

Ex-security chief appears to echo claims by Elon Musk over the number of fake accounts on its site.

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The Hundred: Alice Capsey stars for Oval Invincibles against Birmingham Phoenix

A fine all-round display from Alice Capsey, featuring three wickets for 20 runs and 20 off 18 balls with the bat, leads Oval Invincibles to victory over Birmingham Phoenix at The Oval.

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Man Utd 2-1 Liverpool: Ten Hag gets big calls right as Manchester United stun Liverpool

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag shows courage of convictions as his side lift mood of crisis to beat Liverpool.

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Who's going on strike, and when?

Thousands of workers across different industries are planning to go on strike - so what will the effect be?

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Edinburgh bin strike: Residents told to keep rubbish inside

As rubbish piles up on day five of a 12-day strike, Edinburgh residents are asked not to put waste out.

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Leeds 3-0 Chelsea: £170m spent - but 'a lot of questions' for Tuchel

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel will leave Elland Road feeling grounded after his side's disappointing defeat, writes Alistair Magowan.

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The Hundred: 'Phenomenal' Laura Wolvaardt guides Superchargers to record win over Originals

South Africa's Laura Wolvaardt makes a masterful, unbeaten 90 as Northern Superchargers complete a record chase in the Women's Hundred against Manchester Originals.

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Bundesliga: Borussia Dortmund 2-3 Werder Bremen highlights

Watch highlights as Borussia Dortmund surrender a two-goal lead after 89 minutes to lose 3-2 to Werder Bremen in injury time.

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The Papers: 'Debt crisis fears', and Fury's knife crime plea

Monday's papers carry developments in the cost of living crisis and Tyson Fury's calls for a crackdown.

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Plans to cut energy bills if peak-time use avoided

How homes can get discounts if they use less electricity at peak times are close to being announced.

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Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool should get points if Manchester United game postponed over protests

Jurgen Klopp believes Liverpool should be awarded the points if their Premier League match against Manchester United is postponed over fan protests.

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Match of the Day: How Oleksandr Zinchenko starred for Arsenal

Match of the Day pundit Martin Keown analyses Oleksandr Zinchenko's impressive display for Arsenal in their 3-0 win against Bournemouth.

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Cost of living: More pets being abandoned, dogs home says

Hope Rescue says the situation is the worst it has seen since it opened 17 years ago.

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The Papers: Tory fears as 'Labour surges', and 'Wasteminster'

Many of Sunday's papers tackle the cost of living crisis, from its impact on the polls to food waste.

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Bus and truck ram rescuers in separate Turkish crashes

In the two fatal incidents in Turkey, emergency crews are hit while attending to earlier crashes.

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Cost of living: Help is coming, says Kwasi Kwarteng

Kwasi Kwarteng, a key ally of Liz Truss, says there will be options to deal with rising prices.

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The Papers: Gove backs Sunak and Fergie called as Giggs witness

Michael Gove criticises Tory frontrunner Liz Truss' policies, which come under scrutiny in Saturday's papers.

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Vanessa Bryant testifies she was 'blindsided' by leaked photos

Vanessa Bryant is seeking millions for emotional distress over photos taken at the accident site.

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Dina Asher-Smith takes silver as European 200m title slips away

Great Britain's Dina Asher-Smith has to settle for silver after Switzerland's Mujinga Kambundji proves too strong in the 200m final at the European Championships in Munich.

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Freya the walrus: Did she have to be euthanised?

After becoming a tourist attraction in Oslo, a travelling walrus was killed. Was that right?

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Mobility scooter death: Family's shock at 'horrendous' stabbing

Thomas O'Halloran, 87, was stabbed to death while riding a mobility scooter in west London.

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Al-Shabab: Islamist militants attack hotel in Somali capital

The militant group Al-Shabab says it is "shooting everyone" at the Hayat Hotel in Mogadishu.

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Japan urges its young people to drink more to boost economy

The government's tax agency is encouraging a new generation of alcohol drinkers.

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Europe storms: Deaths are reported in France, Austria and Italy

Deaths are reported in France, Austria and Italy in violent storms after weeks of heat and drought.

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Parents warned after girl, 6, abducted and sexually assaulted

Police tell parents to be "extra vigilant" as they appeal for help to find a man seen on CCTV.

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Benjamin Mendy boasted of sex with 10,000 women, jury told

A woman tells a court footballer Benjamin Mendy boasted of sex with 10,000 women after he raped her.

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Robert Kaweesi: Father missing after trying to save son in River Nile

Newly-wed Robert Kaweesi, from Birmingham, has been missing in Uganda since Wednesday.

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UFC helped me escape gang crime after dad's murder

His father's murder sent him spiralling towards a life of crime. Now Leon Edwards has the chance to become a UFC world champion.

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Property guardians move with the times to save cash

People living in disused buildings can save on rent, while owners are reassured the property is occupied.

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R. Kelly trial: Singer has dark side hidden from public - prosecutor

The singer faces charges of child pornography and obstructing justice in his second federal trial.

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Islamic State 'Beatles': How 2011 arrests led to convictions

The four militants were identified because of arrests years earlier at an English Defence League counter-protest.

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Dover: Boy died in fall off White Cliffs on 12th birthday, inquest told

A coroner in Maidstone rules Mati Urb's death on a family holiday to the Kent coast was an accident.

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Whitfield Tabernacle: 1930s time capsule discovered during restoration

The container was found at the Grade I listed Whitfield Tabernacle in South Gloucestershire.

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Glasgow Girl's art found in attic to go on display

Paintings by Dumfries artist Chris Fergusson were discovered in her grandson's home after he died.

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UK to receive shipment of Australian gas next week

As Europe looks for alternatives to Russian energy, the UK is set to get an LNG delivery from Australia.

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UK government enters endgame in Europe research standoff

The government is in a row with the EU over the UK's membership of the €100bn Horizon research programme.

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UK denies Moscow claims RAF jet entered Russian airspace

The MoD says the flight was a "routine operation" over international waters in the Arctic Circle.

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The Papers: New Covid jab for autumn, and Heathrow chaos

A Covid jab that targets two strains of Covid in a world-first leads Tuesday's headlines.

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ADHD clinic: 'I'm 22 and I've just been diagnosed'

Lucy was diagnosed with ADHD at 22 years of age, after being told she'd have to wait two years on the NHS.

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Sikh boy becomes Burberry modelling first

Images of Sahib won the hearts of many online after becoming Burberry's first children’s model to wear a patka.

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We built a Thai Buddhist temple in an Edinburgh family home

Buddhist monks oversee huge restoration of their temple which is located in a house in Edinburgh.

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Tory hopefuls to target Scottish votes at Perth hustings

Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak will pitch for the votes of Scottish Tory members at a hustings in Perth.

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What can we expect from Scottish Tory hustings?

What are the big issues likely to be for Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak at the Tory hustings in Perth?

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Thunderstorms: Why drought can lead to dangerous flooding

Heavy rain might seem ideal now for parched areas of the UK, but scientists warn it's a hazard.

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Avanti West Coast: MP in plea to reconsider suspending rail service

Mark Pritchard says the direct service from London to Wellington in Shropshire is "well-used".

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The Papers: 'Freeze cruel bills now' and 'Drip drip hooray'

A call by the Labour leader for a halt to rises in the energy price cap and the end of England's dry spell lead the papers

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Fireworks explosion rocks Armenia shopping market

Video footage shows people running from the huge blast, which killed at least three people.

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Australia: Gunman charged over Canberra airport shooting

No-one was injured in Sunday's incident, which sent passengers running in fear.

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Edinburgh Fringe: 'Extreme' racism behind Sadowitz scrapping – venue

The Pleasance said the comedian made staff and audience members feel 'uncomfortable and unsafe'.

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Tropical Storm Meari leaves trail of devastation in central Japan

Aerial video shows the extent of damage after some areas saw 50% more rain than expected in a month.

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Statue unveiled for boxing great Ken Buchanan

The Edinburgh statue honours former undisputed world lightweight champion Ken Buchanan.

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French climate activists fill golf holes with cement

French environmentalists sabotage golf greens to protest against their exemption from water bans.

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Kenya elections 2022: Raila Odinga and William Ruto in tight presidential race

Raila Odinga and William Ruto are running neck and neck as the official results slowly come in.

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Brentford hit four to humiliate Man Utd

Brentford produce a stunning first-half performance as they score four goals in the first 35 minutes to condemn Manchester United to a humiliating defeat.

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Tonnes of dead fish found in river on German-Polish border

Authorities say a toxic substance is to blame, but the cause of the mass death is still unknown.

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Transformers: Royal Mail issues stamps to mark global franchise

The set of 13 stamps was commissioned to celebrate Britain's contribution to the global franchise.

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Evacuated twice in a summer as France's fires burn

"We've never known a summer like this," says the mayor of one town threatened by wildfires.

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The Papers: Stabbing of Sir Salman, and drought 'will shrink crops'

The attack on author Salman Rushdie in New York and fears that a lack of water will harm UK harvests lead the papers.

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Trump search warrant: FBI took top secret documents from Mar-a-Lago

Trump says the documents - which included information about the "President of France" - were declassified.

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Anne Heche dies: 'We have lost a bright light'

The Donnie Brasco actress is legally dead, a representative says, after a car crash in Los Angeles.

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Bus funeral procession for Manchester veteran driver

Harry Winstanley is transported to his final resting place on board on the last bus he drove.

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Dunkirk veteran Major John Errington celebrates 104th birthday

Major Errington is thought to be the last surviving officer commissioned before World War Two.

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Montenegro shooting: Gunman kills at least 10

The shooting reportedly took place after a family dispute in the city of Cetinje.

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Quiz of the week: Why did the FBI 'raid' Donald Trump's home?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days?

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Tory leadership election: Meet the overseas voters picking the next PM

Conservatives who are not UK citizens explain why they’re voting in the party’s leadership ballot.

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The mystery deaths of two Saudi sisters in Sydney

There are many theories about what happened but it is clear Australia failed them, advocates say.

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The 'traumatic experience' of US monkeypox patients

"If you haven't lived through it, you have no idea the kind of pain this is," one man tells the BBC.

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The Papers: 'Energy bills to hit £5,000' and 'heatwave UK'

An astronomical forecast for the yearly cost of energy and a likely drought declaration lead the papers.

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Liz Truss defends energy firms saying profit is not evil

The Tory leader hopeful says profit is not "dirty" and windfall taxes were about "bashing business".

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Donald Trump: Justice Department seeks to unseal Mar-a-Lago search warrant

The FBI searched Mr Trump's Florida home on Monday - the unsealed warrant could reveal why.

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Monkeypox: Lack of vaccines pauses rollout in Brighton

Stocks of the vaccine run low in the UK, with a new batch not due to arrive until next month.

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Zaporizhzhia nuclear workers: We're kept at gunpoint by Russians

"Soldiers are everywhere," says one worker at Zaporizhzhia. "Everyone is kept at gunpoint."

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The Papers: 'Energy crisis as bad as Covid' and police failures

The cost of living crisis and a damning report on the handling of crimes by police lead the papers.

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'Italian pizza is better for sure' - Italians respond to Domino's pulling out of country

Italians share their views after fast food giant pulls out of the home of pizza.

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Thornton Heath explosion: Girl's death investigated by crime unit

Sahara Salman, 4, died and an 11-year-old boy and a 54-year-old woman remain in hospital.

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Cumbria coal mine: Decision delayed until November

A ruling on the coking coal mine in Cumbria had been due in July but was then put back to August.

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Jonathan Edwards: Wife assault MP to represent Plaid in Commons

Jonathan Edwards will represent Plaid again after being cautioned for assaulting his wife.

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Marcus Mumford reveals he was sexually abused aged six

The singer stressed he was not abused by a family member or in church.

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France whale: Rescue operation begins to save beluga stuck in Seine

Divers, vets and police are involved in moving the ailing beluga whale from the Seine to the sea.

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The Papers: 'Wake up zombies!' and 'Truss softens on handouts'

The spiralling cost of living and the ongoing Tory leadership race lead the papers.

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Tory leadership: Rivals trade blows over energy bills help

Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak attack each other's plans after new predictions of soaring household costs.

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Mar-a-Lago: Republican uproar over FBI raid on Trump home

Some Democrats, too, are seeking explanation from officials for the unprecedented raid at Mar-a-Lago.

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Boris Johnson defends leaving fuel crisis response to successor

Labour accuses the PM of leaving a "political vacuum", saying the government must act now.

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Loire Valley: Intense European heatwave parches France's 'garden'

The Loire Valley is key to French farming, but it is being devastated by a fourth heatwave this year.

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Olivia Newton-John: How Grease's Sandy made history

The film has inspired generations of fans. But is it under fire in the era of MeToo?

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Ahmaud Arbery: Three sentenced for hate crimes over jogger's murder

The men - who are already serving life sentences for murder - are given additional federal sentences.

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Rugby star Gareth Thomas sued after ex-partner gets HIV

High Court papers allege Gareth Thomas hid his HIV status and did not take care not to pass it on.

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Britney Spears returns to music scene with Elton John collaboration

Little is known about the new track, but it will be called Hold Me Closer.

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Israel-Gaza: Unusual pre-emptive hit by Israel pays off

The truce brings relief to Gazans, but the lack of a peace process means this is only temporary.

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Ukraine round-up: Russia's tech weakness and latest fighting

A study shows how Russian arms depend on Western components - and a nuclear plant remains a major concern.

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Olivia Newton-John - The pop princess who reinvented herself

The Grammy award-winning singer found enduring fame in the film Grease.

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Liberal Democrats call for scrapping of energy price cap rise

An expanded windfall tax on energy company profits could be used to pay the shortfall to suppliers, Lib Dems say.

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Paralympic growth could be 'jeopardised' by any Olympic merger

The International Paralympic Committee says Paralympic growth could be "jeopardised" by any merger with the Olympics.

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The woman who found a new life after being given six weeks to live

In 2015, Andrea Sheardown was diagnosed with a rare liver cancer and given just six weeks to live.

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The plans for giant seaweed farms in European waters

As worldwide sales of the algae soar, the European Union wants to establish giant seaweed farms.

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Extent of struggle for NHS dentist revealed by BBC data

Nine in 10 UK dentists are not accepting new adult patients, while eight in 10 are refusing children.

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Climate change: Tears of joy as US bill clears Senate hurdle

The plans - which aim to reduce US carbon emissions by 40% by 2030 - still needs House approval.

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Commonwealth Games: England denied dramatic relay gold by disqualification

England are denied a dramatic 4x400m relay gold after officials rule they committed a lane infringement before anchor Jessie Knight held off Canada in the tightest of finishes

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Brazilian Jiu Jitsu great Leandro Lo shot in head in Sao Paulo club

The athlete has been declared brain dead and police say the suspect is on the run.

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Feltham: Homes evacuated as crews tackle west London blaze

About 60 people have had to leave their homes as trees burn to the rear of several properties.

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Lambeth Conference: Welby unites bishops with compromise on sexuality

The Archbishop of Canterbury kept bishops on board but his speech may not soothe gay congregants.

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Taiwan: US hits out at 'irresponsible' China amid attack rehearsal claims

The US has accused Beijing of "provocative" actions after Taiwan said China rehearsed an attack.

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Girl dies after getting into difficulty at Windsor water park

Emergency services launched search for girl after she got into difficulty in a lake, police say.

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National Eisteddfod: Mystery of disappearing sign letters

The giant E, F, O and D vanished overnight from the festival site, leaving organisers baffled.

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Macro photography: The hidden world of garden insects

Macro photographer Geraint Radford says insects have a bad reputation, but they're "funny".

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Ukraine war: Wembley exhibition shows 'beauty' of country

Ukrainian art is put on show at Wembley Stadium with the aim to keep the war in the public eye.

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Everton 0-1 Chelsea: Jorginho's penalty sets Chelsea on road to victory at Goodison Park

Chelsea edge out Everton in a scrappy opening day encounter settled by Jorginho's spot-kick in first-half stoppage time

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Partition: My journey to the ‘place no-one spoke of’

Sparsh's family fled in terror 75 years ago - it wasn't spoken about until his grandfather agreed to talk.

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Laal Singh Chaddha to Raksha Bandhan: 'Struggling' Bollywood's online hate problem

Many Bollywood stars have been facing incessant trolling, but does it affect how their films perform?

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Alex Jones: Five revealing moments from Sandy Hook trial

Jones' claims about Sandy Hook, bankruptcy, dietary supplements and the jury were laid bare in the trial.

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Bangladesh suspected poisoning: Woman, 20, third in family to die

Samira Islam, from Cardiff, is the third member of the same family to die after the incident.

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Major NHS computer outage caused by cyber attack

The outage was "significant" and impacted patients being referred from 111 to out-of-hours GPs.

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Protesters interrupt Liz Truss speech

The foreign secretary can be heard responding with a promise to clamp down on disruptive protest.

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France mulls rescue plan for beluga whale stranded in River Seine

Experts are puzzled as to why the animal has strayed so far south from its natural habitat.

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The Papers: The big squeeze and recession on the way

The gloomy outlook for the UK economy dominates the front pages of Friday's papers.

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Commonwealth Games: 'An education in what esports actually is'

Elite players say a competitive gaming trial at the Commonwealth Games is a 'significant moment'.

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Tory leadership: Highlights from the Battle for Number 10

Watch as Tory leadership hopefuls Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss are grilled by Conservative party members.

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Premier League 2022-23: Everything you need to know as new season starts

The Premier League season begins on Friday, a week earlier than usual, with the World Cup in mind. Here is what to expect this season.

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Workers in Iraq get day off as temperatures pass 50C

A heatwave has been ongoing since mid-July with temperatures above 50C in some areas.

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Race to save Iron Age settlement in Orkney from the sea

Archaeologists are working to save the remains of an Iron Age roundhouse before it disappears into the sea.

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After Kansas defeat, what's next for abortion bans?

While the battle to ban abortion in Kansas may have been lost, the fight continues across the US.

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Zawahiri's victims: What it feels like to hear he's gone

The al-Qaeda leader's death hits home to those he robbed of a husband, a wife, or their eyesight.

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Marc Cucurella: Chelsea on verge of deal for Brighton full-back

Chelsea on verge of deal to sign Spain international full-back Marc Cucurella from Brighton.

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Commonwealth Games: England's Gina Kennedy wins squash gold

England's Gina Kennedy wins squash gold on her Commonwealth Games debut to cap her meteoric rise in the sport.

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£400 energy payment: Fears renters with bills included will miss out

Where a tenant's bills are included in their rent the energy rebate will be paid to their landlord.

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Cost of filling a tank falls by £5 in July

But the RAC motoring group warned major retailers should be cutting pump prices further.

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Airbnb bookings hit record high as travel recovers

Rising prices did not deter travellers, the lodging website said.

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Stephen King testifies against merger of publishing giants

The cult author said claims the tie-up would not hinder competition were "a little bit ridiculous".

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The Papers: Outrage over oil profits and hack delay to PM vote

Oil company profits and the ongoing Tory leadership campaign lead several of the papers.

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Komodo dragons: Indonesians strike over entry price hike

Officials want to end mass tourism to the national park, but workers say it threatens their livelihoods.

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China hits out at top US politician's visit to Taiwan

The highest-ranking US politician to visit Taiwan in 25 years arrives despite warnings from China.

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Rapper Pa Salieu 'dropped from games closing ceremony'

Pa Salieu says he was told he failed a background check while rehearsing for next week's show.

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Ukraine war: Russia says US involved and farmers report stolen seeds

Russia accused the US of approving missile targets, while Russian soldiers steal sunflower seeds.

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Climate change: More studies needed on possibility of human extinction

New research says it could be "fatally foolish" not to think the unthinkable on climate change.

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The Papers: England's Dancing Queens and Mordaunt backs Truss

Pictures of the England Women's team celebrating their Euro 2022 victory adorn most front pages.

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BA suspends sales of short-haul tickets from Heathrow

The airline suspends sales for a week in response to the airport's cap on passenger numbers.

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Tory leadership: Penny Mordaunt backs Liz Truss to be prime minister

The former Tory leadership rival calls Truss the "hope candidate" in the race against Rishi Sunak.

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US carries out operation on al-Qaeda target in Kabul - official

The "successful" operation took place over the weekend with no civilian casualties, a US official says.

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Love Island: Ekin-Su and Davide crowned 2022 winners in live final

Laura Whitmore announced the winners of the ITV2 dating show during Monday's finale.

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Watford 1-0 Sheffield United: Hornets give Rob Edwards winning start as manager

Watford manager Rob Edwards makes a winning start as Joao Pedro's goal gives them a home win over Sheffield United.

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Nuclear annihilation just one miscalculation away, UN chief warns

Luck that has protected the world from nuclear war may not last as tensions rocket, the UN warns.

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