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US to announce 'substantial' Russia sanctions
The announcement comes as NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte was due to meet with Donald Trump in Washington.
US forces kill two in strike on alleged drug boat in the Pacific
This is the eighth US strike on alleged drug trafficking vessels near Latin America, the first on the Pacific side.
King lands in Rome for historic visit to meet Pope
The King arrives for a state visit to the Vatican, against the backdrop of the Prince Andrew scandal.
No camera covered Louvre wall where jewel thieves broke in, director says
Laurence des Cars said there was only one camera pointing on the gallery which was robbed.
'Different England taught harsh, but familar lesson by Australia'
England are a different side from their Ashes thrashing at the start of the year, but Australia taught them a harsh but familiar reminder at the World Cup in Indore, writes Ffion Wynne.
UN's top court says Israel obliged to allow UN aid into Gaza
The court also says Israel has not substantiated its allegations against the UN agency for Palestinian refugees.
Why Are Survivors Quitting The Grooming Gangs Inquiry?
The government is facing questions over it’s handing of an inquiry into grooming gangs.
Migrant removed to France returns to UK on small boat
The man was sent to France under the 'one in, one out' deal but returned via the Channel on a small boat, the BBC understands.
Storm Benjamin to bring gusty winds and flooding rain to UK on Thursday
With weather warnings issued as Storm Benjamin develops close to the UK, Simon King takes a look at the forecast.
No charges over Trump-Epstein projection on to Windsor Castle
Thames Valley Police says no further action will be taken against four men arrested in September.
Prince Andrew should face MPs over Royal Lodge lease, says Davey
Sir Ed Davey says Prince Andrew should be give evidence to a select committee inquiry about Crown finances.
Reform of special educational needs system delayed until 2026
The government says it needs more time to test proposals for the special educational needs system.
Reform of special educational needs system delayed until 2026
The government says it needs more time to test proposals for the special educational needs system.
Child abuse expert pulls out of grooming inquiry over political 'point scoring'
Child exploitation expert Jim Gamble pulls out, after four women quit the inquiry's panel of survivors.
Why rookies are shining in record start to NFL season
This year's NFL rookies have made a record-breaking start to the season, but who are the top youngsters and how have they made the transition to the big league look easy?
Council U-turn on fine for coffee poured in drain
Burcu Yesilyurt, who poured coffee down a drain in Richmond, welcomed the cancellation of the "disproportionate" fine.
US Senate candidate apologises for tattoo that resembles Nazi symbol
Democratic candidate Graham Platner says he was unaware that his skull-and-crossbones tattoo looked like Nazi imagery.
US Senate candidate apologises for tattoo that resembles Nazi symbol
Democratic candidate Graham Platner says he was unaware that his skull-and-crossbones tattoo looked like Nazi imagery.
'The bit I like is when you win' - Dyche on football's fashionistas
"I have seen enough fashionistas come in and out of this division," says new Nottingham Forest manager Sean Dyche.
England dealt first World Cup defeat by Australia
A sensational partnership of 180 between Ash Gardner and Annabel Sutherland leads Australia to a comfortable six-wicket win against England at the Women's World Cup in Indore.