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PM wants to change how international law is used in asylum cases
The UK needs to "look again" at how to tackle mass migration, but those genuinely fleeing persecution should still be given asylum, the PM tells the BBC.
European leaders meet in high-security Danish summit after drone disruption
The EU is under pressure to boost defence after Russian air space incursions and after drones targeted Danish airports.
How Midtjylland became hotbed for set-piece experts
Set-piece coaches are in fashion in football at the moment, but FC Midtjylland were ahead of the curve.
Australia's Slipper to retire after All Blacks Test
James Slipper, Australia's most-capped player, will retire from international duty after Saturday's match against New Zealand.
'Buy one, get one free' deals for unhealthy food banned
Crisps, sweets, chocolate and fizzy drinks will be covered by restrictions starting in England.
Every GP practice now has to offer online booking
Move comes despite opposition from union, with ministers saying NHS needs to embrace digital tech.
I went undercover as a cleaner at a failing care home. Here's what I witnessed
Catriona MacPhee worked in a Highland care home for seven weeks as part of BBC Disclosure investigation.
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Gaza doctors are starving while fighting to save lives, evacuated medic tells BBC
Dr Mohammed Abu Mughaisib, who worked in hospitals in Gaza for two years, says Israeli strikes have made conditions "indescribable" for colleagues still there.
The Papers: 'Starmer takes on Farage' and 'Two-child benefit cap will be lifted'
Sir Keir Starmer's conference speech and the two-child benefit cap make headlines in Wednesday's papers.
Italy PM tells Gaza aid flotilla to stop or risk 'preventing peace'
The Global Sumud Flotilla says it has entered an area "where previous flotillas have been attacked".
Australia sunscreen scandal grows as more products pulled off shelves
The scandal has prompted a massive backlash in the world's biggest skin cancer hotspot.
Surgeon offered womb removals in 'minutes' without proper examination, women say
Only "good fortune" prevented ex-gynaecologist Daniel Hay from causing more harm to women, a report says.
Steve Coogan: 'I don't want to live with Alan but I do like to visit him'
Comedy character Alan Partridge returns to investigate his own mental health and that of the nation.
Anne visits Ukraine to support children 'traumatised' by war
She meets children displaced from their families and visited a memorial for young people killed during the war.
No panic - but is this Liverpool's transitional season coming a year late?
After hitting the ground running 12 months ago, Arne Slot's experiencing his first bumps in the road as Liverpool boss, writes Phil McNulty.
AO boss tells BBC: We're a British success story – the UK should be turbocharging us
John Roberts, the founder of AO and so-called kitchen king, says tax rises are putting "grit" into businesses.
Mourinho defeated but still loved on Chelsea return
The Special One's name is chanted by Chelsea fans during his new club Benfica's 1-0 Champions League defeat at Stamford Bridge, where there will always be mutual respect.
Energy price rises prompt call for more help with bills
Companies call for an "enduring" support scheme as energy prices rise by 2% for millions of households.
What could happen during the US government shutdown?
Government funding has been cut off after Republicans and Democrats failed to agree on a spending bill.