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Video shows locations across the region where a strong earthquake struck Japan's Kyushu island on 28 July. - Some parents on benefits to get up to £4,500 for child starting apprenticeship Some parents on benefits are incentivised to discourage their kids from taking on apprenticeships. - Uefa and PM criticise Infantino World Cup plan Uefa and Prime Minister Andy Burnham criticise proposals from Fifa to seek private investment in its competitions, including the World Cup. - Wildfires in south-west France flare up as region braces for new 40C heatwave Firefighters are braced for a sharp rise in temperatures on Wednesday, which could complicate the containment of wildfires in Gironde. - Zelensky and Netanyahu meet Trump as wars in Ukraine and Iran drag on The two leaders were in Washington to attend the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch supporter of Israel and advocate for US aid to Ukraine. - French Navy carries out 'shooting drill' during MP's BBC interview Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp says the vessel fired 17 shots as he was giving a BBC interview. - Grieving mum was told baby's ashes were animal remains Lucy Ness says "I hope my baby's remains are with someone who loves them like I loved these". - Naga Munchetty to leave BBC Breakfast after 17 years The BBC One show's co-host will swap the TV sofa for the presenter's chair on Radio 5 Live Breakfast. - Powell says student loan system at top of in-tray She says she stands by past comments that the interest charged on Plan 2 loans is "egregious". - Richard Hammond fined £999 for speeding offences The TV host is caught speeding twice in Herefordshire in the space of three weeks, magistrates hear. - Bystander video shows teen lifeguard's dramatic ocean rescue The 16-year-old lifeguard rescued a 10-year-old boy from a beach in Santa Cruz, California after the boy had been swept offshore. - Can Burnham's vision for Manchester's schools really work for the rest of England? The prime minister's plans for technical education have their roots in the Manchester Baccalaureate. - Is it safe to travel to Spain and France right now? For those who have upcoming holidays to the affected regions, here is what you should know about how it might impact your plans. - The cocaine superhighway from Ecuador to Europe - the BBC reports on gangs and the police fightback The BBC goes on patrol with Ecuador's police, who are grappling with a huge surge in drug crime. - Why is Ukraine rolling out the red carpet for a US far-right influencer? Laura Loomer, Trump ally, MAGA influencer, and former Ukraine critic was granted extensive access to the country. - Booker Prize longlist: See the 13 'dynamite' novels up for this year's prestigious award Elizabeth Strout, Douglas Stuart and Marlon James are among the 13 authors recognised this year. - ?I?d found the missing piece to a puzzle?: How attachment theory is shaping modern dating Attachment theory is everywhere right now, but what is it and how can you use it to improve your relationships? - How afraid should we be of jellyfish off UK shores? Many people are scared of the jellyfish due to the fear of painful stings and the creature's unpredictable nature in the water. - Local match goes viral over cheating claim A viral video appears to show a fielder in a local match clicking his fingers as the ball passes the bat, before the batter is given out caught behind. - Ghana mourns its tallest man - a 'generous and popular giant' Sulemana Abdul Samed, who was diagnosed with gigantism several years ago, has died at the age of 33. - Mysterious deaths of 14 elephants in Kenya prompts urgent inquiry It is the highest number of elephant deaths to be recorded in this area of southern Kenya in decades. - Schools to offer technical subjects from age 14 in England, Burnham says The government wants pupils to take courses like AI and manufacturing which are linked to local jobs. - Mother and boyfriend guilty of murder of girl, two Prosecutors say Isabelle Welsh was subjected to a "wicked" campaign of abuse before her death. - House of the Dragon star Bethany Antonia joins Strictly line-up She plays Lady Baela Targaryen in HBO's Game of Thrones prequel, and is the ninth celebrity to be confirmed. - Gymnast Evans delivers first gold for Wales Gymnast Ruby Evans wins Wales' first gold at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games with victory in the floor final. |
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