A wave of homemade, synthetic drugs sweeps US and deepens crisis
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The turbulent backstory of one of Turkey's biggest girl groups
Turkish girl group manifest on taking their music to a global audience, as they prepare for their first UK concert.
Boos and bananas on day of defiance at Man City
Manchester City fans boo the Premier League anthem before watching their side move six points clear at the top of the table.
Horse-drawn carriages in New York City expected to be outlawed
Both the speaker of the city council and the mayor have expressed support for ending the practice.
Dubois destroys Wardley in two rounds to retain WBO title
WBO champion Daniel Dubois underlines his status as Britain's leading heavyweight with a devastating second-round stoppage of Fabio Wardley.
Several dead or injured in major fire at Canada military base
Officials have not given a cause or death toll, citing the "very active and delicate" situation at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright.
European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank
The Israeli military condemns the violence but the prime minister's office says it is part of a "smear" campaign.
Student who spells by blinking is denied chance to sit exam
Romi Loffler is battling to take her history exam with reasonable adjustments allowing for her condition.
Police officer in hospital after being shot in Nottingham
A firearm has been recovered by officers after a man and a woman fled the scene, detectives say.
The playground murder - trauma, loss and a love that endured
Diane Watson's best friend Pauline recalls a shocking school murder and its lasting legacy.
Three takeaways from Elon Musk's latest political donations
New filings show the world's richest person spent this summer again trying to help Republicans win office, with most of his focus on one candidate.
Making murder fun: How the Traitors' soundtrack sets the tone
It's not just treachery and villainy - the soundtrack for Traitors helps set the show's campy tone.
'I applied for 200 jobs' - How 'spray and pray' AI job applications can backfire
Graduates are increasingly using AI to misrepresent themselves in job applications, research suggests. But some say their peer group has no choice.
The Papers: 'French protests become violent' and SAS men 'arrested for murder'
The Times reports soldiers accused of murder were sent into war zones while still under police investigation.
Reform activist suspended after reportedly saying Muslims cannot be British
The alleged comments were filmed by an undercover reporter for an ITV broadcast: Undercover a Year in Reform
Violent clashes, looting and buildings ablaze in France as more than 1,200 arrested after protests
Disorder broke out in cities across the country on a day in which more than half a million joined cost of living protests.
Finucane will 'come back fighting' after missing gold
Emma Finucane says she will "come back fighting" for gold medals after narrowly missing out on the top step in the Keirin.
Tributes to Andrews before Champions Cup matches
Lions and Sale Sharks are among the clubs to pay tribute to Hyron Andrews at their matches on Saturday, following the South African's death aged 31.
New Zealand avoid World Cup shock against Fiji
New Zealand women are given a World Cup "wake-up call" after they are forced to come from behind to beat debutants Fiji in their opening game.
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Urgent plan needed to end 'corridor care' for children, health secretary says
Yvette Cooper also announces £140m investment in England's urgent care system, ahead of winter.
Photos show luxury boat with 50m pool and water slides near Kim Jong Un's summer retreat
Satellite images give clues about how Kim spends his holidays - something far out of reach for most North Koreans.
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There's a crackdown on sports piracy but is it already out of control?
The sports industry's lucrative business model is being undermined by dodgy TV sticks and illegal streaming links, writes Theo Leggett.
Martinez 'back in a few weeks' after operation
Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez says he will be fit in a few weeks after being injured in the win at Everton.
Comedian Paul Whitehouse mugged at London cash machine
His wife wrote on Instagram that the actor had been "mugged at a cash machine behind a Sainsbury's in Islington".
After Dubois' dominant win, what's next for heavyweight boxing?
After world champion Daniel Dubois' emphatic win over Fabio Wardley, what's next for the heavyweight division?
Can Hearts prove credentials at scene of title heartbreak?
Hearts' last trip to Parkhead ended with their title dream being crushed in the space of 11 minutes. They return to face Celtic on Sunday refreshed and reshaped.
Wildfire: A Warning from the Midlands
What can we learn from wildfires that destroyed 38 homes in the Midlands in August 2026?
Swinney's emotional explanation for his commitment to independence
BBC Scotland's political editor Glenn Campbell reflects on John Swinney's SNP conference speech.