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Five more arrests in wrong-way crash investigation
It brings the total of arrests in the investigation into the crash which killed seven people to 17.
It brings the total of arrests in the investigation into the crash which killed seven people to 17.

Andrew Tate exaggerates and did not own supercars in photos, his lawyers say
Prosecutors argue Tate and his brother Tristan are a flight risk and should not be released on bail.

Root 'hacked off' and 'disappointed' at Carse incident
England captain Joe Root says he is "hacked off" and "disappointed" at the incident involving fast bowler Brydon Carse at a Derby nightclub.

One arrest after police stop taxi being driven wrong way down dual carriageway
Police said before the vehicle entered the road a cyclist was knocked off their bike and parked car were damaged.

More than 70,000 social and affordable homes to be built across England over 10 years
Funding has been granted to Greater Manchester, the West Midlands and West Yorkshire as well as £6bn for London.

Lockerbie bombing trial postponed days before it was due to start
The trial of a Libyan man is delayed for a third time, after new evidence on the 37-year-old case came to light three days ago.

China warns it will protect its interests after US widens sanctions against Iran
The US has threatened to isolate nations that continue to do business with Tehran, which sells much of its oil to Beijing.

Man dies in crash after police pursuit
Two women are also hurt and one remains in hospital in critical condition.

Kate Hudson to make How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days sequel, 23 years on
Hudson and Matthew McConaughey, her co-star from the 2003 rom-com, could be reunited for the sequel.

Are left-handers better and when will Root catch Tendulkar? Cricket Q&A
Data analysts CricViz answer your questions on successful reviews, hat-tricks, Joe Root and more.

£71m investment to reopen tungsten mine in Devon
The Hemerdon mine in Devon will receive the money from the National Wealth Fund.

Young people leaving care have death rate four times higher than national average
Those leaving care have a death rate around four times higher than the general population, a new review reveals.

Leeds and Rangers co-owner jailed after prostitution arrest
Jed York pleaded no contest to two charges in Ohio after being arrested for soliciting prostitution.

Boy, 3, injured in crocodile attack returns home from hospital
The boy's family say he is "happy to be home" after undergoing seven operations in hospital.

Asbestos killed my mum in her 40s – was her school to blame?
Caroline Bryan died three months after being diagnosed of an incurable cancer linked to asbestos.

OnlyFans owner was paid over $700m before his death
The site hosts a range of subscription-based content from cooking to fitness videos, but it is best known for pornography.

Yellow weather warnings issued as thunderstorms and flooding forecast
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning as heavy showers and thunderstorms are forecast to move northwards across the UK on Wednesday.

Legendary rugby league winger Billy Boston dies aged 92
Boston, born in Cardiff in 1934, became the first player in rugby league's 130-year history to receive a knighthood last year.

'Historic' first as two osprey chicks born on Anglesey, experts say
The chicks were born earlier this summer, and conservationists hope they'll return to Wales after migrating to west Africa

Tottenham sign Savinho for £75m - what will he bring to club?
Tottenham sign Brazil winger Savinho from Manchester City for an initial £75m.

Russian stadium says it won't host Kanye West gigs
Two planned concerts are thrown into doubt, but Russian promoters insist they will go ahead.

What does your Premier League club still need in the transfer window?
BBC Sport takes a look at what each of the Premier League clubs still need before the summer transfer window shuts in seven days.

Kit Harington replaces Nicholas Hoult in HBO's Harry Potter series
Hoult was announced as Gilderoy Lockhart two weeks ago but has dropped out due to scheduling issues.

Burnham refuses to rule out tax rises in autumn Budget
Experts have warned that he and Chancellor John Healey will have little room to manoeuvre in their first Budget.

Food influencers v critics: Why credibility counts
People on the food scene look at the rise of influencers and the role of social media in the industry.

Songs created by AI banned from Australia's music charts
The move comes weeks after a DJ admitted using AI to remix a Madonna song that topped the Australian charts.

How Canada could hit back to hurt the US economy - and Trump
What leverage does Canada, which sells about 70% of its goods to the US, actually have in this spiralling trade dispute?

Moment tornado tears through southern France
The tornado has injured more than 40 people and destroyed homes in villages.

Millions of women who have missed cervical screening in England to be offered HPV home-testing kits
Nearly four million women in England can order a self-testing kits to check for high-risk HPV.

The grieving family who say the coroners' courts aren't working
One man's death highlights the growing strains on the UK's coroner's courts

'What you see is what you pay' - why some US restaurants are banning tips
Tips are central to US dining culture but some eateries think that they are unfair.

Beyond China's humanoid robots, a quieter machine revolution is unfolding
There are more than two million robots working in China's factories - and they are scaling up fast.

Manga-inspired theme park to be built near Paris
The construction of three new parks was given the green light after a €6bn investment from Saudi Arabia.

Charity? Acting? The Cotswolds? What will Harry and Meghan's UK life look like?
The couple's return to the UK is imminent - and what they'll be focusing on here is gradually becoming clearer.

Americanswers… Are Trump’s Canada tariffs legal?
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says he will match US tariffs “dollar for dollar”.

What Is Andy Burnham's Missile Offer To Ukraine?
Andy Burnham makes his first foreign trip as Prime Minister to Ukraine

EsDeeKid mystery no problem for fans after 'insane' All Points East set
We still don't know the Scouse rapper's true identity, but do music lovers really care who he is?

Drugs dug up at Creamfields site ahead of festival
Police urge anyone who buried a rucksack or holdall to get in touch if they want it back.

Dutch broadcaster pulls out of 2027 Eurovision Song Contest
It says contest can no longer be considered neutral while a participating country remains involved in a large-scale military conflict.

Race Across the World star dies year after son
Former TV contestant, Jo Gardiner, 61, dies of cancer one year after her son's death in a crash.

Esports World Cup ends with surprise win for China-based team
AG.AL claim the overall title and $7m (£5.1m) top prize at the third Esports World Cup in Paris.

Nigerian film star Ogogo dies from cancer aged 66
Taiwo Hassan, better known as Ogogo, was one of the most recognisable faces of Yoruba cinema.

Viral 'Cat in the Hat' TikTok trend sparks fun fake videos but also real fear
The social media posts have prompted police forces in Ireland and the UK to issue statements that the images are fake.

Wicker Man director's sons complete their late father's film trilogy
The final film in the folk horror trilogy brings closure to the saga as well as its creator's family after more than 50 years.

Davis 'grateful' for support over cancer diagnosis
The Office star was appearing at convention in London, less than two weeks after announcing her condition.

Drugs at their fingertips, intense pressure: Why child stars fall into addiction
Experts told the BBC the pressures of childhood stardom can put actors at an unusually higher risk of substance abuse issues.

GTA 6 leaks - a nightmare or a blip for the biggest video game of the year?
Clips appearing to show the highly anticipated game have appeared online, but will they really hurt it?

Priyanka Chopra Jonas on making a film about love and caste inequality
Priyanka Chopra Jonas has executive produced The Cycle of Love, based on an Indian artist who cycled from India to Europe to reunite with his wife.