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Tax rises hard to avoid over next 5 years, says IFS

The economic research group says the main parties have “ducked” addressing public finance challenges. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rNiGSm2

Man 'plotted to abduct, rape and murder' Holly Willoughby

Gavin Plumb, 37, wanted to commit "sexually motivated" violence against the TV star, a court hears. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p8TYkmF

Rapper Julio Foolio shot dead in Florida, lawyer says

The musician was celebrating his 26th birthday when he was "ambushed" in a car park, a representative says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q8EogKl

Uefa Euro 2024 TV schedule

Throughout Euro 2024 BBC Sport will update this page with your channel guide for each game. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dind5K2

Swinney: Parliament stamps not used for campaign

The first minister responds to fresh claims about SNP parliamentary resources being used for campaigning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ntGb0QW

A year after mutiny, Kremlin controls Wagner remnants

Moscow has effectively replaced the mercenary group's influence in Africa and Ukraine, experts say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6vQiYwC

All parties face £4bn social care 'hole' in England

Labour, Tory and Lib Dem plans for social care reform in England are not fully costed, the IFS says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Famwui7

‘Insane’ journey for NI supermodel from grammar school to Dior

Omagh teenager Alice McGrath is the latest face of high fashion after being discovered online. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dw4ouYe

JK Rowling accuses Labour of abandoning women

Labour says it is "the party of women's equality" after the author criticises Sir Keir Starmer on trans rights. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Bl8TZPJ

Labour would pass law to end rental 'bidding wars'

Keir Starmer says he wants to stop landlords encouraging higher rent offers to secure properties. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4GTQ15Y

Body found in search for missing teacher

Police searching for a missing 37-year-old say they have spoken to his family. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iqABHXj

Government borrowing in May is highest since Covid

Borrowing reaches £15bn, less than forecast but lays bare challenges facing the next government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lHEbQr0

Alliance Party manifesto: Key policies analysed

The Alliance Party launches its 2024 election manifesto, setting out the party's plans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IQTaPwn

Booking.com warns of up to 900% increase in travel scams

The online travel firm says generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, are driving the explosive rise. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9KJ30rT

Boris Johnson not expected to join campaign trail

The former prime minister Boris Johnson is not expected on the campaign trail between now and polling day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mcEGgV0

Bacon ice cream and nugget overload sees misfiring McDonald's AI withdrawn

The voice recognition system seems not to have recognised what customers are really ordering. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kJmpaZ6

Your Voice, Your Vote - Ros Atkins takes questions on political donations

As part of our election coverage, the BBC wants to better understand what matters most to you, the voters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nJoS39A

What is Labour's plan for taxing private schools?

Labour has confirmed it will change the way private school fees are taxed if it wins the election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F6JfD8E

Reform UK candidate resigns over 'unacceptable' blog posts

Grant StClair-Armstrong says he will still contest the election and serve as an independent if elected. from BBC News https://ift.tt/POBn1ZR

Clive Myrie shares emotional toll of broadcasting

The TV anchor shares the impact of reporting from war zones and personal toll of being a prominent public figure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YhN9CGl

Jordan Bardella could soon be French PM at 28. But for many he remains an enigma

Jordan Bardella's rise has been meteoric after being spotted by Marine Le Pen from BBC News https://ift.tt/yoaAPmG

Labour candidate Rosie Duffield cancels hustings

Ms Duffield has previously faced death threats and abuse over her stance on sex and gender. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IuSYc6Z

New show from The Grand Tour trio 'unlikely'

James May says he won't team up with Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond when the Amazon series ends. from BBC News https://ift.tt/603DvlN

Pope meets Jimmy Fallon and 105 other comics at Vatican

Other big names, including Whoopi Goldberg and Conan O'Brien, were also present at the audience. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pOkrhBS

Where does SNP claim of £18bn cuts under Labour come from?

The SNP insist Labour's tax and spending plans will mean £18bn in cuts, but Anas Sarwar says no to austerity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kaQNTpb

BTS' Jin to hug 1,000 fans as he returns from army

The oldest member of the widly succcessful K-pop band is back - and giving out hugs to celebrate his return. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IOEGkXy

DFS warning as Red Sea disruption hits deliveries

Cargo ships are having to take long detours to avoid the Suez Canal amid attacks by Houthi rebels. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rUFQzYO

Five ways Michael Mosley made us healthier

Michael Mosley’s simple and accessible health hacks made him a household name. Remember these? from BBC News https://ift.tt/quDh4Jg

Reform candidate said UK should have been neutral against Hitler

The party says the comments were not "endorsements" but "written with an eye to inconvenient perspectives". from BBC News https://ift.tt/QbkEhOp

What we learned from gaming's big weekend

Xbox's showcase tops off Summer Game Fest - here are some of the highlights from gaming's big weekend. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3hew0lR

Farage defends claim PM 'doesn't understand our culture'

Reform leader says by leaving D-Day event early Rishi Sunak showed he is "disconnected by privilege". from BBC News https://ift.tt/nSrIBxh

Kate wishes Irish Guards luck as she misses parade rehearsal

The Princess of Wales writes to the regiment to with them luck and to apologise for her absence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/02F9Qgq

1984: How did the Isle of Jura help shape Orwell's masterpiece?

Orwell's celebrated novel is celebrating 75 years in print but its message is as important as ever. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HOjC7PU

Tick attack: BBC hunts for tiny bloodsuckers as diseases rise

A closer look at the tiny, disease-carrying pests that are becoming more common in the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1OIQb4u

Council worker embezzled more than £1m over 17 years

Michael Paterson handled council tax refunds for the local authority. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vwMUV9Z

Tennis world number four Alexander Zverev's domestic abuse case discontinued

German tennis player Alexander Zverev’s trial over domestic abuse allegations made by his former girlfriend is discontinued. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g36sh4n

Why two UK judges cut ties with Hong Kong's courts

The departure of two more British judges raises concerns about Hong Kong's legal system, critics say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R7h5w3U

Tories given £5m more by donor before controversial Abbott comments

The £150,000 donation was accepted after Frank Hester had been accused of making racist comments. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SUjZWPM

Behind the 'Zuma tsunami' in South Africa

The ex-president has been hit by a number of scandals but emerges once again to play a big role. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iPeFCT4

Biden border plan attacked by Republican rivals

The president has hit back at critics after unveiling plans to curb record migrant arrivals at the US-Mexico border. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iG6uTb0

Halsey 'lucky to be alive' after health struggles

The Closer and Without Me singer hints she's being treated for lupus and leukaemia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Km6LZ92

Hundreds of environmental breaches by Moy Park

One of NI’s biggest firms broke environmental laws hundreds of times without facing prosecution. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hrfbVuG

Joey Essex early favourite to win Love Island

Fans are divided as the reality star becomes the first celebrity to enter the villa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GpJ1MoC

Hunter Biden's federal gun case to begin in Delaware

Jury selection will start on Monday in the first criminal trial of a child of a sitting president. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1Oj46En

Greens furious over 'outrageous' STV debate exclusion

The programme will only feature the SNP, Conservatives, Labour and Liberal Democrats. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QmuKDHN

Teenage girl dies on family holiday in Florida

Anna Beaumont has died after being found unresponsive in a pool at a resort in Orlando, Florida. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lr9PHaz

How UK's 'fastest' rollercoaster ground to halt within day of opening

Thrillseekers are frustrated after Hyperia at Thorpe Park closed just one day after opening. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qlYPpNy

Lib Dems call for more Premier League games on free TV

The party say rising ticket and streaming prices mean many people are locked out of watching the best teams. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6uOlnMG