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As they return to the UK, Harry and Meghan search for a brand that sticks 22 Aug 2026, 3:03 am

They will not be working royals when they come back. So what could they be doing instead?

How this 1960s ex-council house is managing to stay cool without air con 22 Aug 2026, 2:56 am

The Passivhaus standard is growing in popularity as UK homeowners adapt to hotter summer temperatures.

A split in the spectrum? The ongoing battle to define autism 22 Aug 2026, 2:22 am

There is a continuing row over whether it matters if such a broad spectrum of people are defined as having autism

Lessons learned, but Coventry's top-flight return about more than result 22 Aug 2026, 2:13 am

Twenty-five years, 94 days and countless twists later, Coventry City have started life back in the Premier League, but it was a tough baptism of fire with a 3-0 loss at defending champions Arsenal.

More students planning to live at home for university over 'insane' living costs 22 Aug 2026, 2:01 am

Students like Jessica say they worry about missing out on student life, but feel they have no choice but to stay at home.

Swaggering Arsenal want title attack, not defence 22 Aug 2026, 1:55 am

Arsenal started last season as nearly men but their title win has given them a swagger - as Coventry discovered on the Premier League's opening night.

TikTok to pay $400m to US in one of largest child privacy settlements 22 Aug 2026, 1:36 am

The deal stems from a 2024 lawsuit alleging TikTok and its parent company ByteDance collected "vast amounts of data" on millions of users under the age of 13.

Girl, 6, dies days after Shoreham sea tragedy killed three family members 22 Aug 2026, 1:28 am

Saja El-Khawas is the fourth person to die after her family got into difficulty in water off West Sussex.

Supreme Court temporarily unfreezes Trump ballroom construction 22 Aug 2026, 1:02 am

The temporary order will allow the $400m (£297m) project to continue while the high court mulls a final decision on the case.

Arsenal start title defence with comfortable win over Coventry 22 Aug 2026, 12:35 am

Goals from Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard give champions Arsenal a comfortable 3-0 win over newcomers Coventry City, in the opening game of the Premier League campaign at the Emirates Stadium.

Arran ferry evacuated over 'bomb threat' by passenger rescued from sea 22 Aug 2026, 12:11 am

Police Scotland said a 23-year-old man was arrested and it was established that the threats "were not credible".

One killed in sword attack at Swedish school 22 Aug 2026, 12:03 am

Officials say another three people were injured, and an 18-year-old male suspect shot and arrested.

Man Utd agree £70m fee for Brighton's Baleba 21 Aug 2026, 10:58 pm

Manchester United agree a fee of up to £70m for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.

Russian double-tap drone strike kills 15 in Ukrainian mall, officials say 21 Aug 2026, 10:49 pm

At least 130 people, including 23 children, were also injured when the shopping centre was hit, according to the regional head.

How Israel is expanding settlements in drive to reshape West Bank 21 Aug 2026, 10:31 pm

There has been a significant expansion of building and road construction on Palestinian land occupied by Israel in recent years.

Under-fives and pregnant women told to avoid runny eggs when eating out over salmonella risk 21 Aug 2026, 10:13 pm

The advice also applies to the over-65s and others with underlying medical conditions amid salmonella outbreak.

Hunt second in Diamond League 200m as White wins 21 Aug 2026, 10:00 pm

Amy Hunt follows up her extraordinary week at the European Championships with a second-placed finish in the women's 200m at the Diamond League in Lausanne behind Kayla White.

Ofcom investigating Sky News over Farage harassment claims 21 Aug 2026, 9:44 pm

The Reform UK leader has accused Sky News of sending reporters to a house where his adult daughter lives.

Meghan in talks for role in Netflix series The Gentlemen, BBC understands 21 Aug 2026, 9:29 pm

This would be Meghan's first significant acting role since her marriage to Prince Harry.

Tupac murder accused told police in 2008 his nephew fired fatal shots 21 Aug 2026, 9:09 pm

A recording of the interview Duane Davis conducted with detectives was played to the jury.

It would be 'nice to have choice' over Ashes venues - Root 21 Aug 2026, 8:51 pm

Joe Root said "it would be nice to have a choice" over the venues where his England team play as they leave Headingley until 2029.

Murder investigation after wildfire uncovers body in park 21 Aug 2026, 8:46 pm

A post-mortem examination revealed the remains belonged to a woman aged between 25 and 45.

Prince Harry and six others face privacy case legal bill of up to £34.5m 21 Aug 2026, 8:18 pm

The seven claimants, who include Sir Elton John and Liz Hurley, have to pay the Daily Mail publisher an initial £9.54m in the next seven days after losing a privacy case.

'I fear for them' - Vaughan & Raja lament 'desperate times' for Pakistan 21 Aug 2026, 8:09 pm

Former England captain Michael Vaughan says he "really fears" for Pakistan after their heavy defeat in the first Test at Headingley.

Watch: How 'strongest' El Niño could affect weather around the world 21 Aug 2026, 6:33 pm

The powerful natural climate phenomenon, that is developing over the Pacific Ocean, is likely to be the strongest in living memory, the Met Office has warned.

Argentina's Paredes banned for 10 games after World Cup final clashes 21 Aug 2026, 6:26 pm

Fifa ban Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes for 10 matches over his role in clashes with Spanish players after the World Cup final.

Is Andy Burnham Actually Popular Or Just New? 21 Aug 2026, 5:35 pm

And, Sue Gray gives her first interview since leaving Downing Street.

Stormy autumn, cold winter - El Niño could bring a tough few months for the UK 21 Aug 2026, 5:17 pm

This year's El Niño is expected to be the strongest in living memory and could lead to a range of impacts of the UK - including a stormy autumn.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas on making a film about love and caste inequality 21 Aug 2026, 4:32 pm

Priyanka Chopra Jonas has executive produced The Cycle of Love, based on an Indian artist who cycled from India to Europe to reunite with his wife.

Steve Rosenberg: Shortage of petrol but not patriotism as Russians feel growing impact of war 21 Aug 2026, 4:07 pm

Drivers are waiting hours in fuel queues, as Moscow prepares to celebrate Russian Flag Day.

Royal Mail misses delivery targets again but hails 'encouraging' signs 21 Aug 2026, 2:20 pm

The struggling firm said it had improved its performance but missed regulator-set delivery targets.

Wellness habits you can start now - at no (or little) cost 21 Aug 2026, 3:23 am

Living a healthy life doesn't have to just be about pricey studio classes and luxury retreats.

Stifling heat and broken toilets: TUI River Cruise passengers tell of their holiday hell 21 Aug 2026, 1:59 am

Holidaymakers tell the BBC they paid for luxury breaks but faulty air conditioning left them in sweltering heat.

Harry & Meghan: Why Are They Moving Back? 20 Aug 2026, 7:00 pm

The Sussexes love a surprise – but why have they decided to make a return to the UK?

An intense psychological thriller with Zoë Kravitz and Channing Tatum 2 Jul 2026, 2:20 am

Having fun? Nothing as as it seems on a private party island, and leaving's not an option

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