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City of cafes: Shanghai’s love affair with coffee

Shanghai has seen a boom in cafes, with the government claiming it now has more than any other place in the world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EkJeNHz

Warrant issued for Katie Price's arrest

It was issued after she failed to attend a court hearing relating to her bankruptcies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QNVdosh

When will VAT get added to private school fees?

The King's Speech confirmed that the government will change the way private school fees are taxed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ixXpRG8

Husband gets life for hiring hitman to murder wife

The judge says Allen Morgan, 74, is a "wicked person" as he issues a life sentence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DKHaVd3

Thousands hit by N Korea floods as Kim calls 'emergency'

A photograph taken by state media shows Kim Jong Un travelling through a flooded area in a Lexus. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LgF6ovM

What is Hezbollah and will it go to war with Israel?

A deadly attack on the Israeli occupied Golan Heights has heightened fears of full-on fighting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2ZmVGQB

France rail repairs completed after arson attacks

Full service is due to resume on Monday after the network was paralysed ahead of the opening of the Olympics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tRCzV7A

Cineworld to shut six branches as part of restructure

The cinema giant has announced six sites in the UK that it plans to close as part of a restructure. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AaHTJev

Why school exclusions are at record levels

Exclusions in schools in England are sky-high - but experts say it's about more than worsening behaviour. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yA24vSi

PC to face criminal investigation over airport kick video

A PC is to be investigated over an alleged assault on a man at Manchester Airport, the police watchdog says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mYRgkWL

Reeves expected to reveal public finance shortfall of billions

The chancellor will unveil a public spending hole on Monday, which speculation suggests could hit £20bn. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2YIljGK

100 bottles of champagne found in 19th Century wreck

The cargo could have been heading to the table of Tsar Nicholas I, a diver believes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qy3hVSO

Wildfires force 25,000 to evacuate Jasper resort in Rockies

People were told to leave the popular tourist town of Jasper on Tuesday as fires approached. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CK1Fwoj

Breaching whale capsizes boat and sends two people overboard

The pair were recovered from the water, uninjured, according to the US Coast Guard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7siOZTz

Hungary stripped of EU meeting over Ukraine stance

Hungarian PM Viktor Orban sparked anger last week by accusing the EU of pursuing a "pro-war policy". from BBC News https://ift.tt/nXQHjs2

Six people die in crash between car and motorbike

Four adults and two children died on the A61 between Wakefield and Barnsley, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i8ZpsSb

World's longest rowing boat to carry Olympic flame

The 24-seater boat will take the Olympic torch down a section of the River Marne on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jPA43k8

'Mike Tyson, you're next': Jake Paul floors Mike Perry twice and wins in six rounds

Featherwight world champion Amanda Serrano outclasses Stevie Morgan before YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul beats former UFC fighter Mike Perry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hCt8FJy

Boat fire off Haiti kills at least 40 migrants, UN says

Forty-one others were rescued by the Haitian Coast Guard, with some now receiving hospital treatment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R5lP9MF

Dr Alex George awarded honorary degree

Dr Alex George was "moved to tears" when he received the letter offering him an honorary degree. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DLM73CZ

Watch: Huge fire engulfs 14-storey shopping centre in China

At least 16 people have died in the mishap at the 14-storey building. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VsWtjHI

Is it a bird? Man scales street light to free seagull

Onlookers cheer an as-yet unknown man climbs lighting in Glasgow to rescue a trapped bird. from BBC News https://ift.tt/095HKbs

Who is the outgoing Welsh First Minister Vaughan Gething?

First Minister of Wales Vaughan Gething has quit after 118 days in the role following a series of controversies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2HuQLwt

Five questions for Secret Service after Trump shooting

Former agents ask whether the event was properly resourced - and whether warnings about the gunman were passed on. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9k7FYNU

England fan does not regret 'Euro winners' tattoo

Dan Thomas has urged other England fans to get their own tattoo ahead of the Euros 2028. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ljtAJ8k

Boy, 13, arrested after child stabbed

Paramedics treat a child at the scene after an altercation involving several teenagers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/veAWXzb

Second child dies in house fire

A second child died overnight in hospital following a fire at a terraced house in east London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mVY2FgI

Married 'soulmates' spent final days side by side

Their daughter is now campaigning for increased funding for end-of-life hospice care. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CaM3OG7

Tributes to 'unforgettable' actress Shelley Duvall

Duvall was known for her role in horror classic The Shining and her work with director Robert Altman. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NpLnxol

Democrats look to Kamala Harris - but could she beat Trump?

As Joe Biden fights to stay as his party's nominee, some say his unpopular vice-president is the right person to take over. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aj9K1dw

After France's election shock comes the real power struggle

France’s left-wing bloc has won the election - now the real battle begins, writes Andrew Harding. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N6OVTth

President's daughter hopes coming out will change anti-gay laws

Brenda Biya says her family in Cameroon was angry when she posted a photo of her kissing a woman. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ruJMNsY

The secret hospitals offering criminals new faces

The Philippine hospitals are equipped with hair transplant tools and dental implants. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wIpcBi0

Who's in Keir Starmer's new cabinet?

Prime Minister Keir Starmer appoints Labour MPs to cabinet positions after landslide election victory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D1r8KnA

Why a Shaun of the Dead reboot would 'incense' Simon Pegg

The zombie cult classic is marking its twentieth birthday this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wQEG1yC

Missing Jay Slater's mum 'overwhelmed' by support

The mother of missing Jay Slater gives an update on the family's continued search to find him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SYPs1qJ

Tories lost because we failed to deliver - Jenrick

Ex-immigration minister does not rule out running for Tory leader but says focus should be on what went wrong. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pTczLsG

'Time for change' after 100 years of Tory MPs

A historic victory for the Liberal Democrats in South Devon is marked with joy and hangovers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dkpK5O2

Murray continues farewell tour with Raducanu

Andy Murray will continue his Wimbledon farewell when he teams up with Emma Raducanu in the mixed doubles on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kNunLMJ

Murray thanks Wimbledon for 'emotional' farewell celebration

Andy Murray is left in tears on Centre Court as a ceremony - watched by family, fans and fellow players - marks his final Wimbledon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/caXUpf1

Mbappe v Ronaldo: Real Madrid galacticos past & future meet

Growing up, Kylian Mbappe had Cristiano Ronaldo posters on his wall. On Friday they will meet as France play Portugal at Euro 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wOk8QUG

What we know about the India crush that killed 121

The incident that took place during a religious gathering is among the deadliest crushes in India in a decade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PZwviby

Jeffrey Donaldson sent for trial on sex offence charges

The ex-MP is charged with rape, four counts of gross indecency and 13 counts of indecent assault. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AL9BRC2

Dozens killed in stampede at India religious event

At least 27 people have been killed in a stampede at a religious event in India's Uttar Pradesh state. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1IeJCAy

Royal Mail denies postal vote backlog as concerns raised

Postal affairs minister urges Royal Mail to do "all they can" to ensure postal votes arrive in time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xGoRrQm

Willoughby kidnap suspect was living 'dark, twisted' lie

Gavin Plumb's barrister tells a jury he fell down a "rabbit hole" of fantastical online chat rooms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l0Z1Iuq

NHS gene check is helping children with cancer

Whole-genome sequencing enables doctors to quickly decide what medicines will work best. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lHde91s

Biden's family urges him to stay in White House race

Relatives of the president encourage him to ignore calls to step aside after a disastrous debate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AQfNprB

Emotional Usher accepts lifetime achievement award

In his acceptance speech, Usher said "getting here hasn't been easy, but it's been worth it". from BBC News https://ift.tt/8FZL5jV

Sex abuse head teacher 'could have been stopped'

Neil Foden has been jailed for sexually abusing girls - but there were complaints about him in 2019. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N7XPg0B

Queen Camilla hosts boy who missed garden party

Tony Hudgell was on his way to Buckingham Palace in May when he got stuck in traffic on the M20. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QlmYVza