BBC Lite

• Reeves disappointed after economy unexpectedly shrinks - The chancellor calls the economy's performance "disappointing" as it shrinks for a second month in a row.
• Surgeon banned by private practice over safety concerns still operates on NHS patients - Marc Lamah, dropped by a private provider, continues to operate on NHS patients in Brighton.
• UK-France migrant deal 'robust' against legal challenges, Cooper says - The home secretary says the government will resist any attempts to block the deal agreed with France this week.
• Chris Mason: Starmer and Macron plead for patience in an impatient world - The UK and France have agreed a "one in, one out" deal for migrants crossing the Channel.
• Plans to cut cash Isa tax-free allowance on hold - There had been reports in recent weeks that the chancellor was going to cut the £20,000 limit.
• Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh: We've become 'dumbed down machines' - Author Irvine Welsh has written a sequel called Men in Love, because the world is "so full of hate".
• The Wimbledon finalist who lost in qualifying last year - A year ago, Amanda Anisimova was doing her best to avoid thinking about Wimbledon after failing to qualify for the main draw. Now she has a final to prepare for.
• As UK faces third heatwave, is this weather 'just summer'? - 2025 is already shaping up to be an extraordinary year for weather records in parts of the UK.
• Hosepipe ban frustration as leaks continue - Yorkshire Water customers say they understand a ban but question the firm's efforts to fix leaks.
• Trump threatens 35% tariffs on Canadian goods - Trump has threatened blanket levies of 15% or 20% on most trade partners, and says he will soon announce new tariffs on the EU.
• Delays and shortages in UK's F-35 jet fleet, watchdog says - Delays and personnel shortages are "undermining the armed forces' warfighting capability", a report says.
• TV doctor and IVF pioneer Robert Winston quits BMA over strikes - The Labour peer says the strikes could damage public trust in doctors.
• Six ways to save money on your holiday - as cost of popular package trips soar - Package holidays from the UK to popular destinations are more expensive but there are ways to cut costs.
• Rosenberg: Putin determined to press on despite threat of tougher sanctions - Despite pressure from Donald Trump's White House, Russia remain committed to its war effort in Ukraine.
• Weekly quiz: Which French chef made a meal fit for a King? - How much attention did you pay to what's being going on in the world over the past seven days?
• Watch: The story of Jane Birkin's £7.4m handbag - Jane Birkin's original Hermès bag sells for a record-breaking €8.6m (£7.4m; $10.1m) at an auction in Paris.
• Is there a secret formula for election-winning slogans? - Political strategist Chris Bruni-Lowe claims in a new book that eight words hold the key to electoral success.
• The Papers: 'One in, one doubt' and 'sick note' crackdown - Reaction to the UK-France agreement tackling migrant Channel crossings dominates the front pages.
• In the country with the world's lowest birth rate, fertility clinics are booming - Growing demand for IVF treatments is stoking some optimism in South Korea's demographic crisis.
• Officers who confronted Southport killer honoured - Three police officers who faced down Axel Rudakubana are commended for their bravery.
• War crimes are likely being committed in Sudan, ICC finds - The court says there are "reasonable grounds" to believe claims of war crimes in western Sudan.
• Justin Bieber stands on business on surprise new album - Canadian singer Justin Bieber has surprised fans by releasing his first new album in four years.
• Teenage boy found dead in lake - Police say the boy was reported missing on Thursday evening and an "extensive search" ensued.
• Cedar climbed by Beatles on tree awards shortlist - Nominees include the Lollipop Tree on Salisbury Plain, which features in Sam Mendes' WW1 film.
• Texas officials face questions about emergency alerts during deadly floods - Rescue efforts include more than 2,100 responders on the ground, private helicopters, drones, boats and cadaver-detecting dogs.
• Arsenal poised to make Liverpool's Smith first £1m female footballer - Arsenal have a world-record bid in excess of £1m accepted by Liverpool for forward Olivia Smith.
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• Another Plan To Stop The Boats - Starmer announces “one in, one out” migrant deal with France.
• Jeffrey Epstein is causing a Trump-Maga rift - Why the Trump administration is defending itself over the Epstein Files
• Why are Oasis such a phenomenon? - As the stage is set for their huge comeback - we look back at the phenomenon of Oasis.
• England keep 'fingers crossed' on Stokes injury - Ollie Pope says England will keep their “fingers crossed” Ben Stokes has not suffered a serious injury after the captain struggled on the first day of the third Test against India at Lord’s.
• Fitness concerns remain before Djokovic-Sinner semi - Concerns remain over Novak Djokovic's fitness after he cancels a scheduled practice session before his Wimbledon semi-final against Jannik Sinner.
• 'My heart is bleeding' - Wimbledon winners rue mixed doubles change - Wimbledon mixed doubles champion Sem Verbeek says his "heart is bleeding" over the US Open's change to the format.
• Ireland's Campher takes five wickets in five balls - Ireland international Curtis Campher becomes the first male player to take five wickets from five balls in a professional match.
• Root on 99 with third Test finely balanced after day one - Joe Root finishes on 99 not out at stumps as England close on 251-4 against India after day one of the third Test at Lord's.