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Chickenpox vaccinations for children and frustration over the chancellor's tax policies lead Friday's papers.
Israel struck Gaza's Nasser Hospital four times, analysis finds
New footage has revealed that two more strikes were carried out on hospital by Israel than initially reported.
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BBC reveals web of spammers profiting from AI Holocaust images
The BBC has found an international network of content creators profiting from AI generated posts on Facebook.
Children offered chickenpox vaccine on NHS
All young children in England and Wales will be offered a free chickenpox vaccine by the NHS from January 2026.
European leaders outraged after Russian strikes kill 23 and damage EU's HQ
The overnight attacks destroyed a block of flats and also caused damage to the EU's delegation offices.
National security or xenophobia? Texas restricts Chinese owning and renting property
Critics fear a new law in Texas will prove discriminatory - but officials say it is vital to combat "adversaries".
'India put us on the boat like captives - then threw us in the sea'
Rohingya refugees tell the BBC they were flown from Delhi and forced into the sea off the coast of Myanmar.
George Clooney film praised as 'midlife crisis masterpiece'
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Sinner breezes through - but still areas to 'improve'
Jannik Sinner says he still has room for improvement despite extending his winning run at hard-court Grand Slams to 23 matches as he reaches the US Open third round.
MSP locked out of Scottish Parliament after toilet camera claims
The South Scotland MSP is understood to have been charged by the police in relation to the allegations.
Hunter Bell, Asher-Smith & Burgin impress in Zurich
Great Britain's Georgia Hunter Bell, Dina Asher-Smith and Max Burgin impress at the Diamond League Final before next month's World Championships in Tokyo.
Palace 'ready to make history' - how far can they progress?
Crystal Palace will be one of the favourites to win the Conference League. BBC Sport looks at who or what could stand in their way.
We're in the dark about future, says asylum seeker in Epping hotel
Migrants living inside an Essex hotel are due to be removed from it by 12 September.
Reform council boss bans local newspaper's reporters
The Nottingham Post describes the ban as "concerning" and "unprecedented".
Reform council boss bans local newspaper's reporters
The Nottingham Post describes the ban as "concerning" and "unprecedented".
First step to end Isak saga? Newcastle close in on Woltemade
Newcastle United are closing in on the signing of Germany striker Nick Woltemade in a move that could have a knock-on effect on Liverpool's pursuit of Alexander Isak.
'What a race!' - Hunter Bell runs PB but denied win after thrilling finish
Audrey Werro finishes first in the women's 800m at Diamond League Zurich, claiming a national record as Britain's Georgia Hunter Bell claims second with a personal best.
Trump v The Central Bank
US Fed Governor sues President Trump over his attempt to fire her.