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No assessment Iran could strike London, UK minister says
Steve Reed says there is "no specific assessment" Iran is capable of hitting the UK, after Israel claimed it now could.

Energy bills rise 'inescapable' if oil prices stay high, says British Gas boss
The boss of Centrica says it is "too early" to speculate but if oil costs continue to rise, homes will be hit.

Trump at a crossroads as US weighs tough options in Iran
Statements from President Trump that the war is almost over are not matching up with the reality on the ground.

Sombr stopped a show over safety - but are concerts in the UK really that risky?
Musicians are increasingly interrupting their own shows to help fans - but venues might be safer than you think.

Qatari and Turkish citizens die in military helicopter crash
Four Qatari military personnel, one Turkish serviceman and two technicians from a Turkish defence company were on board.

'A direct hit' - BBC visits Israeli town after Iranian strike
The BBC's Sebastian Usher reports from Dimona in southern Israel, which was hit by an Iranian missile.

Iranian missiles injure 160 in towns near Israeli nuclear site
Israel is investigating how ballistic missiles got through the country's sophisticated air defences.

Why did US and Israel attack Iran and how long could the war last?
Conflict has spread across the Middle East since the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran on 28 February.

Foreign secretary denounces 'reckless Iran threats' after missiles fired at Diego Garcia
Iran reportedly fired two ballistic missiles at Indian Ocean base, but neither reached the target.

Food prices likely to rise due to Iran war, farmers' union says
The National Farmers' Union says the price of cucumbers, tomatoes and peppers could rise over the next six weeks.

Pop megastars BTS electrify historic centre of Seoul with comeback concert
The world's biggest band returns after more than three years with a huge concert in the South Korean capital.

'Club vibes without the hangover': The twenty-somethings going out - in the gym
Young people are driving a gym boom as more fitness spaces are transformed into vibrant hangouts.

The Bachelorette's messy break-up with its unlikely star Taylor Frankie Paul
The TikTok and reality TV star was a risky choice for the squeaky clean franchise - and ended up being a wrong one.

AI videos of sexualised black women removed from TikTok after BBC investigation
Dozens of Instagram and TikTok accounts have used AI avatars to promote explicit content, the BBC finds.

Family-friendly TV drama Crookhaven hopes to be latest hit book adaptation
The show, based on a book series by JJ Arcanjo, follows a group of students at a school for crooks.

Police officer dies in crash and colleague critically ill
PC Bradley Corke, 27, had been critically injured in a collision on Thursday, said Kent Police.

Meningitis cases fall in Kent outbreak
Number of confirmed cases drops, says UKHSA, as suspected case linked to another Kent college.

'Peace is a gradual thing': How land, cattle and identity fuel a deadly Nigerian conflict
How a lack of justice and trust in the security forces perpetuates deadly violence in Plateau state.

Italy is voting on whether to change its constitution. What does this mean for Meloni?
The dry subject matter of this weekend's vote seems obscure but for many it is a vote on the PM.

Robert Mueller, ex-FBI chief who led Trump-Russia investigation, dies at 81
A former FBI director, Mueller led the high-profile inquiry into alleged Russian interference in the 2016 US election

Arsenal and Man City meet in cup final with season-defining implications
Premier League leaders Arsenal face title rivals Manchester City in the EFL Cup final on Sunday, but how important could the result prove in title race?

Sudan drone attack on key hospital killed 64 people during Eid, WHO says
The strike killed 64 people, including 13 children, two nurses and a doctor, according to the WHO head.

I used to be a bouncer - now I'm a UFC title contender
Ffion Davies, 31, is a leading competitor in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, winning multiple championships.

Red kite with sausage roll snapped by photographer
Mark Hopkins managed to get some pictures of the bird from his back garden.

Beef dripping from first Everest summit auctioned
The 70-year-old can is on the way to a new owner after previously being taken up Everest.

Mum 'so proud' of deafblind son's EastEnders debut
Five-year-old Harvey Hind, from Clitheroe, Lancashire, appeared on the BBC One soap on Wednesday.

Artist uses eyelash to paint Peaky Blinders microsculpture
Sculptor Dr Willard Wigan made the miniature Tommy Shelby artwork as part of a charity exhibition.

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The Week: The War In Iran Escalates
Has President Trump lost control of the war in Iran?

Trump threatens TV networks over unpatriotic Iran coverage
And why has top counterterrorism official Joe Kent resigned?

Who needs cup final victory most - Arteta or Guardiola?
Premier League leaders Arsenal face title rivals Manchester City in the EFL Cup final on Sunday, but how important could the result prove in title race?

Jorginho's scathing Instagram post about Chappell Roan goes viral
Ex-Chelsea and Arsenal midfielder Jorginho goes viral with a social media post alleging singer Chappell Roan's security guard made his daughter cry.