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Newly-released video shows Peter Falconio's killer questioned
Australian police have released bodycam footage showing one of the last attempts to get Bradley Murdoch to reveal the location of Peter Falconio's body, on the 25th anniversary of his murder.
Australian police have released bodycam footage showing one of the last attempts to get Bradley Murdoch to reveal the location of Peter Falconio's body, on the 25th anniversary of his murder.

Brothers jailed for 1984 murder after undercover police sting
Two brothers are sentenced for murdering civil servant Anthony Littler 42 years ago.

'Gut-wrenching': UK gap year students lose thousands after tour operator closes
GVI was popular with students who would pay to take part in placements - many are now out of pocket.

Going inside the secret bunker built to survive nuclear war
At the height of Cold War tensions, the UK had plans about what to do if a nuclear strike happened.

Strangulation survivor urges stricter sentencing as crime reports increase
More than 44,000 reports were made to police in the past year, a report says.

Dirty windows, broken lights and no communication - life as a Smithfield Market trader
Some traders at Smithfield Market have raised concerns about the maintenance of the building and a lack of communication from Belfast City Council.

Cooler for some this weekend but heatwave continues
The sizzling heat continues into next week despite a drop in temperatures over the weekend.

People in 50s urged to complete bowel cancer screening
Health officials warn little over half of 54-year-olds completed free at-home test kits.

50 Cent asked judge to bail dealer for European tour
Details of the rapper's letter emerge after Abdirahiim Hassan is jailed at Derby Crown Court.

Could Andy Burnham scrap stamp duty?
Andy Burnham has spoken about reforming stamp duty and council tax - what do experts think he might do when he becomes PM?

Chaos and confusion reign as Harry loses media battle
Team Sussex has had a bumpy last seven days in the UK, which was meant to focus on the Invictus Games.

Pugnacious, charismatic and she always answered the question - Chris Mason on Ann Widdecombe
Plenty in Westminster who knew her, whether they agreed with her or not, found her immensely likeable.

Family mourn British teenager who died in Greece
The parents of the boy - who has not been named - said their son will be "missed beyond words".

Right-wing blogger questioned under anti-terror laws at Edinburgh Airport
YouTuber Craig Houston had his electronic devices seized as he returned from holiday in Greece.

Triple murder suspect arrested in South Africa
Prosecutors in the UK authorise charges against Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma.

Catherine cheers on William at charity polo match
William's squad included former England captain Mark Tomlinson and Saudi businessman Amr Zedan.

Sam Fender and Olivia Dean make UK chart history with Rein Me In
They break the record for the longest-running number one single of all time by a British act.

Army to prepare for 'modern warfare' with £2bn AI training
A new training system is confirmed, creating 270 jobs in Wiltshire and support 420 across the UK.

Sir Anthony Hopkins to release debut album inspired by his childhood
The album is a collection of pieces the Oscar-winning actor has worked on for more than 60 years.

Labour under Burnham will be faster and bolder, says minister
Lisa Nandy was speaking as 322 Labour MPs voted to back Burnham, meaning he is likely to become leader.

Anglian Water hosepipe ban for UK's driest region
A temporary ban is being introduced during "unrelenting" hot and dry conditions.

Top Boy actor Micheal Ward found not guilty of rape
Micheal Ward told the jury the encounter with his accuser was "wholly consensual".

Four arrested and officer hurt in violent disorder
A group threw bottles and set off fireworks on Edgware Road following France's win over Morocco.

Disability benefit review considers alternatives to cash payments
A minister says the review is looking at whether some claimants could be pointed to other kinds of help.

UK bakes in 35C highs as millions under hosepipe bans
On Thursday, temperatures exceeded 34C for the eighth day this year, breaking the previous record of seven days in a calendar year.

I asked Bonnie Tyler for an autograph at 15 - then spent Christmas with her for 30 years
Rob Marshall's friendship with Tyler began when he knocked on her door to ask her to sign a tape.

Met police investigating Reform over election donations - reports
The investigation is looking into donations made to Reform UK by the mother of the convicted fraudster George Cottrell, according to the Times.

Detective illegally accessed police logs about bouncer she had sex with
Det Insp Emma Gardner passed information on to a man who had been a bouncer and accessed logs about him.

Vapes to have less enticing names and flavours to protect children
People are being consulted about plans to stop vape companies using enticing flavour descriptions that "attract" children into experimenting.

We've saved £6,000 on holidays by swapping homes with strangers
The BBC looks at the growing trend of people swapping homes to cut holiday costs.

Watch: Historic Bayeux Tapestry arrives at British Museum
The 70-metre embroidery arrived at the museum in the dead of night under police guard.

To Wimbledon and back - Fery's voyage to Centre Court spotlight
Arthur Fery learned how to play tennis about a mile away from Wimbledon's Centre Court - now he's one win from the SW19 final.

Bayeux Tapestry arrives in UK for first time in 900 years under police guard
The famous artefact depicting events leading up to the Norman Conquest of England will go on display in September.

Loyal and royal: How the future King became a football superfan
A love of football connects William to the country he will one day reign over in a way polo would not.

The youth clubs fighting to stay relevant in the social media age
Funding has shrunk and hundreds of youth clubs have closed. But those that remain are trying to reinvent what youth services look like.

Pioneering treatment saves identical twins from rare pregnancy condition
Identical twins Nancy and Margo benefitted from the procedure while in the womb as part of a world-first medical trial.

Watch: Farage resigns to trigger by-election he will stand in
In a statement filmed by Reform UK Nigel Farage announced he will resign as an MP to trigger a by-election which he will stand in.





