Expectations for a ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv are muted, despite the US president's threat of sweeping sanctions.
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Rayner asks China to explain redacted embassy plans
The deputy prime minister has requested a response over the blacked-out plans by 20 August.
Inner London councils to lose funding as other cities gain, report says
The shake-up will affect the share of central government funding distributed to councils in England.
Badenoch reveals how she told on exam cheat as teenager
The Tory leader speaks about her background and values in an interview with the BBC's Amol Rajan.
The Papers: 'Labour's tax war' and 'banter off the menu'
Taxes are dominating the papers on Thursday morning, along with edits made to the upcoming series of MasterChef.
I have complex PTSD but waiting list means I've only seen psychiatrist once in 10 years
Twelve times more mental health patients are waiting more than 18 months for treatment than those with physical health conditions in England, data analysis shows.
Trump orders India tariff hike to 50% for buying Russian oil
India, which now faces among the highest tariff rates imposed by the US, called the levy "unjustified and unreasonable".
New strict rules for Botox, filler and BBL providers
The government plans to crack down on dodgy cosmetic practitioners in England who exploit people and cause harm.
More teens to get their choice of uni even if they miss their grades, says Ucas
A record number of 18-year-olds will get into their first choice, even if they miss their grades.
'I live in a peaceful corner of Bristol. But the house next door is empty and full of rats'
The number of vacant properties in England is rising, causing problems for residents and councils.
Bank of England expected to cut interest rates
Borrowing costs are forecast to fall to 4%, the lowest since early 2023, despite higher inflation.
People returned to live in Pompeii's ruins, archaeologists say
New evidence suggests an informal settlement was established after the eruption that buried much of the city.
People returned to live in Pompeii's ruins, archaeologists say
New evidence suggests an informal settlement was established after the eruption that buried much of the city.
Trump says 'good prospect' of summit with Putin and Zelensky after envoy's Russia visit
Expectations for a ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv are muted, despite the US president's threat of sweeping sanctions.
US Open to offer 'largest purse in tennis history'
The US Open men's and women's singles winners will get $5m (£3.7m) each as part of a total pot of $90m (67.4m) in prize money which the tournament says is "the largest purse in tennis history".
LAFC 'changed my heart' - Son leaves Spurs for MLS
Tottenham Hotspur confirm that Son Heung-min has joined Major League Soccer (MLS) side Los Angeles FC on a permanent transfer.
Gordon Brown calls for gambling tax to cut child poverty
Anti-poverty campaigners say axing the two-child benefit cap is the "single most effective" step.
Woakes 'never considered' not batting for England
Chris Woakes says he “wouldn’t have been able to live with himself” had he not tried to bat for England in the extraordinary finish to the fifth Test against India.
Five troops injured after soldier opens fire at Georgia military base
The US Army sergeant allegedly opened fire on his fellow troops before being tackled by soldiers, officials say.
On Ukraine's front line, twisted wreckage shows sanctions haven't yet stopped Russia
In Kharkiv, investigators gather evidence of Russian attacks - and how it has dodged sanctions.
On Ukraine's front line, twisted wreckage shows sanctions haven't yet stopped Russia
In Kharkiv, investigators gather evidence of Russian attacks - and how it has dodged sanctions.