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Labour has 'no coherent plan' for country, says Blair
The ex-Labour PM says Sir Keir Starmer's government is in the "wrong position" ahead of the next election.
The ex-Labour PM says Sir Keir Starmer's government is in the "wrong position" ahead of the next election.

Energy bills to rise for millions as impact of Iran war hits
A household using a typical amount of energy will pay £221 a year more, under the regulator's new price cap.

Packers' Jacobs arrested on domestic abuse charges
Green Bay Packers' star running back Josh Jacobs is arrested and taken into custody on five domestic abuse charges.

Will 'bruised' Howe and Newcastle address problems in one window?
Newcastle certainly have to get this summer right following a turbulent window a year ago.

Israel says new head of Hamas' military wing killed in Gaza City strikes
At least three people were killed in the attacks, which came despite a ceasefire with Hamas being in place.

Attorney General Ken Paxton routs veteran incumbent Cornyn in Texas Senate primary
The race will help determine whether Democrats can win back control of the US Senate for the last half of the Trump presidency.

Thunder beat Spurs to move one win from NBA Finals
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander overcomes a slow start to score 32 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the San Antonio Spurs 127-114 to move within one win of a second consecutive NBA Finals appearance.

Quiz: Name every Conference League finalist
Crystal Palace are in Wednesday's Conference League final and are one match away from their first ever European trophy.

The footballer setting record straight after 46 years
Roly Gregoire, Sunderland's first black player, sometimes wishes he had never played football because of the racist abuse he found too painful to talk about for 46 years.

The Papers: 'Blair: Starmer has no plan for Britain' and 'The heat's still on'
Former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair's essay criticising Labour and the ongoing heatwave lead the papers.

Prosecution to open case against ex-DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson in sex abuse trial
The former MP has pleaded not guilty to all 18 charges he faces, including one count of rape.

Body found in search for boy, 12, missing in river as heatwave continues
Police and fire crews with underwater units launched a major search until a body was recovered on Tuesday night.

Dozens killed in Lebanon as Israel intensifies strikes
Israel says it struck 100 Hezbollah infrastructure sites and fighters in Lebanon, after PM Benjamin Netanyahu vows to "crush" the Iran-backed group.

How long will the heatwave last?
Following a day of record breaking bank holiday heat, heatwave conditions continue for many. Simon King looks at how many more days of heat you can expect.

One killed and nine missing after chemical explosion at US paper mill
Nine others were injured and another nine are missing after a tank ruptured at a paper mill in Longview, Washington.

Hotels can refuse tourists tap water, Italy's top court rules
The Italian Supreme Court rejected a tourist's claim that her consumer rights were breached when she was only offered €7 bottled mineral water.

Russia 'relentlessly targeting' critical infrastructure and democracy, GCHQ says
The spy agency's head will set out threats facing the UK and the measures she believes need to be taken to confront them on Wednesday.

'Shocking' rise in school suspensions for racist and homophobic abuse
Education experts and charities are calling for a national anti-bullying strategy in schools.

Instagram betting ads featuring Kane and Haaland banned
The advertising watchdog said the adverts featuring top footballers had a strong appeal to under-18s.

Speed up £250 cap on leasehold ground rent, MPs urge
A committee of MPs says leaseholders have been waiting too long for governments to tackle the issue.

Can EU find a Russia whisperer to mediate an end to war in Ukraine?
With the US pulling out of trilateral talks with Russia and Ukraine, the EU is looking for potential candidates to step in.

Watch: UFC arena construction begins at White House ahead of fight
The massive structure will host a cage fight as part of celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.

India's communists once ruled millions - what happened to them?
The story of the rise and decline of India’s communists - from ruling states to struggling for relevance.

Better WiFi for hundreds of trains under government plans
Campaigners welcome the move but say passengers are mostly worried about train fares and delays.

'We knew somebody would die': Teenage patients 'ignored' before fatal NHS trust failures
Mental health patients say nobody listened to their concerns about a north-east England trust.

Nasa unveils next steps to build permanent Moon base
Nasa plans to send hopping drones and roving vehicles to the Moon as part of plans for a permanent Moon base.

Post Office investigation could be delayed by five years, police warn
The commander leading the national police inquiry says the size of the investigation team would need to double in order to meet its current timeline

Foden a 'victim' of football's packed schedule
Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden is a "victim" of football's packed fixture schedule after being left out of England's World Cup squad, says the chief executive of the PFA.

Why Did Teenage Rapists Avoid Custody?
Sentences of boys spared custody over rape referred to Court of Appeal.

'Like the Eiffel Tower at night' - Osaka sparkles in French Open outfit
Naomi Osaka continues her tradition of serving jaw-dropping looks at Grand Slams with an outfit that reminds her of "the Eiffel tower at night".

Metallica urge fans to step-up and donate blood ahead of UK tour
US heavy metal band join call for more UK blood donors ahead of their concert in Cardiff this June.

Woman shot outside Sheffield bar was innocent bystander
The 30-year-old woman was on a night out to celebrate the bank holiday weekend, police say.

Watch: Paris 'punishingly hot' as Western Europe hit by heatwave
Hugh Schofield reports from Paris as a heat dome settled over Western Europe bringing temperatures above the average for May.

Is Beyoncé dropping a new album? Fact vs fan theory
Rumours that Beyoncé is releasing “Act III” this week have exploded online but is there any truth behind the viral fan theories?

High-flying British conductor and part-time pilot lands top job with US orchestra
Daniel Harding, a conductor and Air France pilot, is named the LA Philharmonic's new music director.

BTS win big as Black Eyed Peas reunite at American Music Awards
Other winners included Golden, from the film K-Pop Demon Hunters, Sabrina Carpenter and Katseye.

Jazz legend Sonny Rollins dies aged 95
Known as the "saxophone colossus", Rollins had a lauded career spanning decades.

Strictly was terrifying, says weather presenter Carol Kirkwood
The 63-year-old did not say yes to the show immediately as she was afraid of looking silly.

Author of Rivals told writers to stop making her 'macho men' cry
Novelist Dame Jilly Cooper scolded the team behind Rivals, an executive producer on the show says.

Sun, superstars and other takeaways from Radio 1's Big Weekend
Olivia Dean, Zara Larsson and Fatboy Slim topped the bill - but it wasn't all about the music.

Unseen Rik Mayall material to be shown at festival
The nine-day Rik Mayall Comedy Festival begins in Droitwich Spa on Friday.

The political fight for American men
An interview with author and professor, Scott Galloway

Olivia Dean brings the curtain down on Radio 1's Big Weekend with 'magic' set
The British pop star has closed out a star-studded line-up at Big Weekend, which also included Fatboy Slim and Zara Larsson.

Girls Aloud star Nicola Roberts announces birth of baby girl
The Girls Aloud singer said in an Instagram post that becoming a mother was "heaven on earth".

Race Across the World's Jo and Kush set powerful example for young people
Former teachers in Liverpool said it 'felt like the whole city was rooting' for Jo and Kush.

Musicals are living their High Life in Scotland, says Alan Cumming
The star says a surge in new productions is driving growing interest in musical theatre across Scotland.

Are hardback books things of 'great beauty' or a dying art?
Readers, publishers, shops and libraries share their thoughts on the hardback's future.

New James Bond game shows more vulnerable side to iconic British spy
The video game presents a young Bond before he has earned his "00" spy status.

Electronic music meets orchestra as DJ Black Coffee stuns O2 crowds
In London for one night only ahead of his Ibiza residency, this sell-out show represented far more than just a performance.

US site apologises to Outlander star over Shotts 'armpit' misquote
The transcript shows Catriona Balfe made the comment about about a "particular place" in the town, rather than Shotts as a whole.