BBC Lite
- White House hits back at reports Trump named in Epstein files -
It came as a US judge denied a justice department's bid to unseal Florida court files on Epstein.
- UK vehicle making hits lowest level since 1953 -
Data shows a slump in car and van production as the industry trade body hopes a UK-US tariff deal will bring "confidence".
- Universities are 'failing us' on mental health, say students - but should it really be up to them? -
The number of students reporting mental health concerns is rising. But to what extent should the onus be on universities?
- Gazans 'wasting away' as mass starvation spreads, humanitarian groups warn -
A joint statement says the Israeli government's "siege" has left aid supplies "totally depleted".
- Just 7,000 steps a day cuts health risks, study says -
Everyone targets 10,000 steps - but a lower tally could reduce the risk of serious health issues like cancer, dementia and heart disease, a study suggests.
- Columbia University to pay $200m in settlement with Trump administration -
The New York college becomes the first to agree to pay the Trump administration after it was investigated over campus antisemitism.
- In a Haitian city ruled by gangs, young rape survivor raises baby she was told to abort -
Helene, abducted aged 17, is among thousands of women attacked as gang violence spreads in Haiti.
- Tesla pledges to make cheaper cars as issues mount -
Elon Musk's carmaker says a more affordable Tesla model is coming as it reports a steep drop in revenue.
- Thousands of river pollution tests cancelled because of staff shortages -
Testing programmes affected include those monitoring the impact of drought.
- Footballer Baldock died in swimming pool accident, inquest finds -
Former defender George Baldock died in an accident in his swimming pool with no drugs or alcohol in his system, an inquest has found.
- As porn sites apply new age checks, will users hand over personal ID? -
All websites hosting pornography will have to check the age of their users from Friday.
- The Papers: 'Crushing cancer treatment delays' and '4-star asylum fiasco' -
Doctors' strikes and concerns over immigration feature on Thursday's front pages.
- How Black Sabbath found their sound - and invented heavy metal -
By slowing down the blues and playing with occult imagery, the Birmingham band pioneered a genre.
- Verdict expected in Hockey Canada sexual assault trial - what to know -
A judge on Thursday will deliver her verdict in the sexual assault trial of five former members of Canada's 2018 world junior ice hockey team.
- 'Come hug it out!' - How a Canadian tourism ad went viral -
The video features an embrace between a Canadian concierge and an American tourist, amid shifting US-Canada relations under President Trump.
- UK and other countries can be sued over climate change, top UN court rules -
The decision from the world's highest court has been welcomed by developing nations at most risk from climate change.
- Mountain biker completes epic bid to ride down all 282 Munros -
Sean Green believes he is only the second person to have taken a bike to the summit of every Munro in Scotland.
- Health self-test kits often inaccurate, study says -
Shop-bought health kits for a wide range of conditions are readily available across the UK.
- Mother and two children killed in Northern Ireland shooting -
Police say all three died from gunshot wounds and a man is seriously injured in hospital.
- South Park moves to Paramount+ after bidding war -
The deal that will see the long-running comedy series move from HBO Max is reportedly worth $1.5bn.
- Channel 4 News complains new pub could disrupt live bulletins -
Planned bar would occupy same building as studios for Channel 4 news programmes.
- Young farmers need more help, TV show winner says -
The winner of Channel 4's Our Dream Farm says more opportunities to access land are needed.
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- Protests Put President Zelensky Under Pressure -
Zelensky signs a law limiting independence of anti-corruption bodies
- Donald Trump’s mid-year review -
Six months into his second term, how is the US president doing?
- Mary Earps shares her love for football -
The professional goalkeeper offers an insight into her journey to the pinnacle of her sport
- We meet again - England & Spain set for 'amazing' Euro 2025 final -
Two years on from the World Cup final, England and Spain will meet again in what promises to be an "amazing" Euro 2025 final.
- Dawson makes England a better side - Vaughan -
England are a better side with veteran spinner Liam Dawson included, says former captain Michael Vaughan.
- Liverpool spending tops £250m as Ekitike signs in initial £69m deal -
Liverpool complete the signing of Eintracht Frankfurt striker Hugo Ekitike for an initial £69m, subject to international clearance.
- From hospital bed to hero status - Bonmati 'could write a book' -
Aitana Bonmati's place at Euro 2025 was under threat when she was struck down with viral meningitis before the tournament. She might yet leave it with a winner's medal.
- 'I feel like I'm at home' - Rashford joins Barcelona -
Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford joins Barcelona on an initial 12-month loan deal.
- Littler wins Wattimena thriller but Van Gerwen goes out -
Luke Littler survives a real scare before eventually beating Jermaine Wattimena 13-11 in a thriller to reach the World Matchplay quarter-finals, but Michael van Gerwen loses to Josh Rock.
- Should Agyemang & Kelly start Euros final? -
Michelle Agyemang and Chloe Kelly have shone from the bench for England in Euro 2025 - this is the case for and against them starting Sunday's final.