Who's up, who's down in South Africa's election - and why

The ANC's free-fall, the return of Jacob Zuma and a new era of coalitions.

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A simple guide to the 4 July general election

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced the UK general election will take place on 4 July.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-62064552

UK house prices in surprise rise in May

Nationwide building society says prices rose by 0.4% despite buyers facing "affordability pressures".

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Vote Plaid to keep Labour in check, leader says

Plaid Cymru is launching its general election campaign, promising a "positive alternative".

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0jjn4gk307o

Ex-England star Wilshere speaks to BBC about his daughter's heart defect

Former England and Arsenal midfielder Jack Wilshere speaks to BBC Breakfast about his daughter needing surgery for a congenital heart defect. Wilshere now wants to raise awareness of heart conditions.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/videos/c288wml7y13o

Swinney calls on UK government to recognise Palestinian state

The FM has written to the prime minister and Sir Keir Starmer and urged the UK to follow countries like Ireland.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/czqq1q412pjo

Geissler, Wark and Miller to front BBC Scotland election coverage

Martin Geissler, Kirsty Wark and Laura Miller will lead the corporation's election night coverage.

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Gavin and Stacey finale leak was mean, says Jones

Gavin and Stacey creator Ruth Jones says the news leaking about the finale meant she "had to lie".

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c511rzyngjeo

The impact of recognising a Palestinian state

Declarations by Ireland, Spain and Norway will put pressure on other countries in Europe.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn44j1njggjo

How rain can make you happier and healthier

Your might not always fancy a walk in a downpour, but scientists believe it can lift your mood.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c51157ep524o

US actor shot dead during attempted car theft

General Hospital and Siberia actor Johnny Wactor was killed on Saturday in LA, his family confirms.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cjrrn8nkj2do

Grealish almost falls off bus at Manchester City parade

The midfielder appeared to get caught out as the vehicle started to move from a stationary position.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cw00npg2243o

Martha's rule: Mother 'encouraged' as 143 hospitals sign up

It will give seriously ill patients and their families access to a second opinion.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cndd41p5g82o

Mandatory national service would get young people out of bubble, Cleverly says

National service will engage young people in society again, says Home Secretary James Cleverly.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd11qev122yo

UN fears 670 people buried under Papua New Guinea landslide

The land is still sliding and rescue is difficult, the head of the UN migration agency says.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/ckkkyxvdv5eo

Police give reassurances following beach murder

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 34-year-old woman was stabbed.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-dorset-69063125

Make-up and McDonald's: Dangerous driving caught on camera

National Highways shares video of three dangerous driving incidents to coincide with a safety initiative.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cv22e52e026o

Sunak sees the funny side of Downing Street soaking

The prime minister was meeting constituents when one remarked on the weather when he announced the election.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cw00j40djv8o

Starmer agrees to TV election debates with Sunak

The Conservatives are pushing for six TV debates, but Labour officials will only commit to two run by the BBC and ITV.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c2jjvpxxgr5o

April a washout for shops as sales slump

Retail sales fell by much more than expected last month as heavy rain kept shoppers at home.

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Haiti health system on verge of collapse, UN says

Unicef says six out of 10 hospitals in Haiti are barely operational, putting millions of children at risk.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cd1138jkjdlo

Who could be Chelsea's next manager?

BBC Sport looks at who could replace Mauricio Pochettino as Chelsea manager.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/crggxgqd2keo

Election poll tracker: How do the parties compare?

How do people say they will vote in the UK general election? Our poll tracker measures the trends.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68079726

Grace Beverley broke advert rules with Tala posts

The advertising watchdog said six posts were not clearly marked as adverts and must be taken down.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cz55mj5ndv7o

How dangerous are XL bullies and how does the ban work?

Rules restricting ownership of American XL bully dogs are in force in England, Wales and Scotland.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66775985

Knife attack in China primary school leaves 2 dead

Police say the female suspect allegedly used a fruit knife in the attack which left 10 others hurt.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-69037516

What next for Iran after President Raisi's death?

Raisi's death will test a system where hardliners dominate all branches of power, Lyse Doucet writes.

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Flotilla of RNLI boats mark 200 year anniversary

A mix of historic and modern boats take to the water at Poole Quay for a celebratory parade

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Cold case detectives vow to solve historical sex crimes

Forensic science advances are helping police to secure convictions in unsolved cases spanning 50 years.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-69023887

Fujitsu sacked boss at height of Horizon scandal

Global president Rod Vawdrey then returned to Australia and made millions in a "train wreck" float.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-68936973

Three Spanish tourists killed in central Afghanistan gun attack

Seven others including four foreigners were injured, Afghan officials say.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9wzvlz40wpo

Usyk v Fury - title fight predictions

As Tyson Fury bids to become undisputed heavyweight champion against Oleksandr Usyk, BBC Sport asks the world of boxing for their predictions.

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'I can only eat once a day to make my medication last'

Paul Elcombe takes Creon three times a day after having part of his pancreas removed.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cy737x4rry1o

Thiago and Matip to leave Liverpool at end of season

Former Spain midfielder Thiago Alcantara and Cameroon defender Joel Matip will leave Liverpool at the end of the season.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cjjewq88dl1o

The Oval Office meeting pivotal to case against Trump

Michael Cohen testified he met Trump weeks into his presidency to talk about hush money.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-69014017

Sensitive and fraught union talks a sign of things to come for Labour

Union leaders cleared their diary to meet with Sir Keir Starmer.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c3g55g1p8z8o

Court delays imposed after pressure on prison places

The measures are expected to be in place for about week in some regions in England where there is a lack of cells.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-69014154

Biden plans to send $1bn arms shipment to Israel

The weapons transfer comes as Israeli tanks were spotted advancing deeper into residential areas of Rafah.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-69013279

Woman aged in 30s shot in the leg

The woman is treated at the scene and taken to an east London hospital.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-69013687

Montgomery sacked as Hibs head coach

Nick Montgomery is "relieved of his duties as head coach", Hibernian have announced.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cld009k2kv7o

A split on the sprint and too many races? F1 Q&A before Imola

BBC Sport's F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your questions before this weekend's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.

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Chris Mason: Welcome to the Sunak and Starmer show

The prime minister and opposition leader are road testing their messages ahead of the general election.

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Arsenal have ticked off the checklist of champions - Keown

Match of the Day 2 pundit Martin Keown says Arsenal have ticked off "a checklist of what it takes to be champions" after their win at Manchester United.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/clw0ep977leo

'Ruthless England make right decision on Anderson'

Telling James Anderson it is time to step aside shows a ruthlessness from Brendon McCullum and Ben Stokes that should end suggestions of a cosy England dressing room, writes Stephan Shemilt.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/cricket/articles/c4n1rp41de8o

Crack in US-Israel alliance for first time in decades

President Biden's decision to pause an arms shipment to Israel has shaken the bedrock of a decades-old alliance.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4n14merj97o

Dannii Minogue on music, Kylie and dating show I Kissed a Girl

Singer and TV host Dannii Minogue on how Kylie convinced her to do The X Factor, her battles with the press and her new show I Kissed a Girl.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/articles/c72pg6wk0p2o

Where can I see the Northern Lights tonight?

Missed the Northern lights last night? Don't worry, there will be another opportunity to see them tonight. Here's how.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-68995042

Taylor Swift changes Eras tour setlist for Europe

The star kicks off the latest leg of her tour in Paris, adding new songs and cutting some favourites.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp0grg871dlo

Nadhim Zahawi to stand down as Tory MP at election

"My mistakes have been mine", says the ex-chancellor who will stand down as MP at the next election.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68982016

Nigeria's love-hate relationship with twins

Two communities with different views about twins that meant the difference between life and death.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-68977986

Large parcel centre fire causes huge smoke plume

Residents are also urged to close windows and doors due to the smoke from the fire in Cannock.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c6py168n988o

'I thought they hated me' - Lyon on Ashes, Lancashire and Bazball

Nathan Lyon hopes to make a big impression for Lancashire, but the Australia great has unfinished Ashes business too.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/cricket/articles/c1362my5pedo

Rees-Zammit 'picking brain' of Mahomes at Chiefs camp

Louis Rees-Zammit praises the advice of quarterback Patrick Mahomes as he continues his transition to American football with the Kansas City Chiefs.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/articles/cle0pq6q9dyo

'That's awesome' - Brewers fan celebrates catch in crowd

Watch as a Milwaukee Brewers fan gets hyped after leaping to catch Gary Sanchez's home-run ball.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/baseball/videos/cglxpnng5mpo

'My children cling to me as dogs raid graves near our shelter'

In a tent yards from a cemetery, Rehab Abu Daqqa tries to shield her seven children from Rafah's horrors.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-68961719

Island's only shop saved from closure after bank returns £12k stolen in fraud

Cyber criminals stole thousands from Rathlin's Co-Op Shop, putting its future in doubt.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c88z1998y4mo

Sunak needs to own Tory defeats and change course, says Braverman

Tories lost nearly 500 councillors, 10 councils and the West Midlands mayoralty in the elections.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68961195

Thousands of homes without water for fourth day

A burst pipe on Thursday is continuing to impact Southern Water supplies in East Sussex.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cxwv9elvgdgo

Watch: Madonna free beach gig attracts 1.6m people

The concert in Brazil marked the end of the singing icon's 'Celebration' world tour.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-68961494

Rwanda won't guarantee how many migrants it will take

Government spokesperson Yolande Maloko also feels Rwanda has been "attacked unjustly".

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-68961058

Police seize 22 dogs from illegal XL Bully farm

Officers in Sheffield say six of the animals were so unwell they had to be put to sleep.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-south-yorkshire-68956350

Farmer bailed after burglary shooting death

The farmer was held on suspicion of murder and attempted murder after the shooting in Whaley Bridge.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-derbyshire-68956503

Kenya orders flood evacuations as it warns dams could spill

Residents near 178 bodies of water have been told to leave as flooding is set to worsen.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c72plp66g5no

Leicester City announces promotion parade details

The Foxes have invited fans to celebrate their Premier League return with a city centre event.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leicestershire-68941438

Swinney to confirm bid to be Scotland's next first minister

Former deputy FM John Swinney will confirm he is running to succeed Humza Yousaf as the next leader of the SNP.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-68939733

Watch: Inside Lebanon's ghost towns after Israeli strikes

Israel has pounded southern Lebanon almost daily since Hezbollah fired rockets at Israel on 8 October.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-68938611

FKA Twigs uses AI to create deepfake of herself

The musician tells a US Senate committee her digital clone will interact with fans and journalists.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c6py33gxk74o

SNP leadership race - Swinney says no announcement today

A source close to John Swinney has told BBC News he has no plans to make an announcement today.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/uk-scotland-68932152

Dublin asylum seekers moved from Mount Street tents

The asylum seekers have been living in a makeshift camp outside the International Protection Office.

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4n14g8xqnyo