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Starmer to meet Israel's president in Downing Street
The PM will stress the "the action Israel must take to end the horrific suffering" in Gaza, No 10 said.
Mitchum deodorant says sorry after users complain of itchy, burning armpits
Mitchum said a change in the manufacturing process had affected some of its roll-on products after users complained of soreness.
Woman dies trying to cross Channel in migrant boat
About 500 people are believed to have made the crossing on Tuesday in calm conditions.
More than a dozen robbers storm jewellery shop in California
An 88-year-old jewellery store owner in San Jose is recovering after being assaulted during a violent smash-and-grab robbery.
Nepal parliament set on fire after PM resigns over anti-corruption protests
KP Sharma Oli steps down amid Nepal's worst unrest in decades, with at least 22 deaths reported in clashes.
Mandelson called Epstein 'best pal' in birthday message
The description is contained an alleged 50th "birthday book" given to the disgraced financier that has been released by US lawmakers.
Asylum seekers speak to BBC from inside house facing local opposition
Wigan has no asylum hotels but 900 homes in multiple occupation (HMOs), some of which house asylum seekers.
England's NHS trust league tables revealed - find out where yours ranks
Critics question the usability of new league tables meant to inform the public and let them exercise choice.
London Tube strike enters third day with more disruption expected
RMT workers on the London are continuing their walk out in a bid for better pay and conditions.
Plans to cool Arctic using geo-engineering are dangerous, scientists warn
Controversial approaches to cooling the planet are unlikely to work, according to dozens of polar scientists.
Man arrested over Heathrow Airport evacuation
A man is arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm after the partial evacuation of Heathrow.
Bernal wins as another Vuelta stage cut short by protests
Colombia's Egan Bernal wins stage 16 of the Vuelta a Espana that had to be shortened by eight kilometres because of pro-Palestinian protests.
What do we know about Israeli strike on Hamas in Qatar?
Israel carried out a strike on senior Hamas leaders in Qatar's capital Doha on Tuesday.
BBC boss Tim Davie robust with MPs after summer of scandal
BBC culture and media editor Katie Razzall says Tim Davie gave a "sure-footed" performance to MPs on Tuesday.
Prince Harry donates £1.1m to Children in Need
Prince Harry offers support to a project tackling youth violence in Nottingham.
Phillipson and Thornberry among six Labour deputy hopefuls
Candidates have until the end of Thursday to secure enough backing from Labour MPs to take part.
'People being happy for me is bigger than any win'
Tommy Fleetwood is still enjoying last month's first win on American soil but is eyeing a second with the European Ryder Cup team later this month, writes Iain Carter.
Girl stabbed six times as she shielded sister from Southport attacker, inquiry hears
An inquiry into the attacks hears the father of the girl fainted in shock when he saw his daughter.
Russian air strike kills 24 in pension queue, Ukraine says
The attack targeted the eastern village of Yarova, officials say, a few kilometres from the front line.
Who could replace Angela Rayner as Labour deputy leader?
The winning candidate - voted for by Labour members - will be announced on 25 October.