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Germany to tighten people-smuggling law as chancellor visits UK

It comes as Friedrich Merz makes his first official visit to the UK as German chancellor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nVWBZzX via IFTTT

Inside Health

How does female physiology affect sporting performance? from BBC News https://ift.tt/0lskg2L via IFTTT

Inside Health

How does female physiology affect sporting performance? from BBC News https://ift.tt/ntfvp7G via IFTTT

Three key questions after Afghan data breach sparked unprecedented secret evacuation

The BBC's security correspondent Frank Gardner analyses the leak of Afghan citizens' data and the fallout. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ir03HOX via IFTTT

Reeves inadvertently breached rules on gifts, says MPs' watchdog

The chancellor missed the 28-day deadline for registering free tickets from the National Theatre. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D4I5gVB via IFTTT

Stop being negative about savers buying shares, Reeves says

Chancellor tells the financial industry to change the narrative around consumer investment to encourage growth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nRoZy2f via IFTTT

Trump shrugs off giving Parliament speech when he visits UK

The US president says there is no need to recall MPs, saying "let them go and have a good time" instead. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VmB47OI via IFTTT

Benn accuses Tories of making false promises to veterans

Hilary Benn was speaking during a three-hour debate in Parliament, which saw MPs clash over legacy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VmfNSwP via IFTTT

Electric vehicles to be discounted in government scheme

Prices of greener vehicles to be cut up to £3,750 to encourage a shift away from petrol and diesel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6w1TktV via IFTTT

Trump will be hosted by King at Windsor during second state visit

The US president will be accompanied by his wife, Melania, when he visits the UK from 17-19 September. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vDZQLIc via IFTTT

Reporter Reads

BBC Political Editor Chris Mason on the latest defection from Tory to Reform. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gfY1vzU via IFTTT

Reporter Reads

A political strategist says there are eight words that resonate with all voters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D1U6h2x via IFTTT

The Documentary Podcast

How male friendships and support groups improve relationships and mental health from BBC News https://ift.tt/vT6AEfj via IFTTT

Alzheimer's has isolated us, says Fiona Phillips' husband

Martin Frizell has spoken of the social isolation faced by the couple since the former GMTV presenter was diagnosed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MIpWfci via IFTTT

Health secretary and BMA to meet in bid to avoid strikes

The meeting with Wes Streeting will take place next week, the BBC understands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uFEwcne via IFTTT

Health secretary and BMA to meet in bid to avoid strikes

The meeting with Wes Streeting will take place next week, the BBC understands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uFEwcne via IFTTT

Latin makeup labels put people with allergies 'at risk'

Cosmetic ingredients should be listed in English to protect people with allergies, campaigners say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t36JaqF via IFTTT

Labour not defending workers, says Unite after Rayner row

The union could consider its future relationship with the party, General Secretary Sharon Graham says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GCHnULz via IFTTT

'Don't tell me my baby wasn't meant to be'

Siobhan Gorman was 16 weeks pregnant and home alone when she gave birth to baby Archie. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6sDafjz via IFTTT

Is there a secret formula for election-winning slogans?

Political strategist Chris Bruni-Lowe claims in a new book that eight words hold the key to electoral success. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6udzcsp via IFTTT

Starmer and Macron plead for patience in an impatient world

The UK and France have agreed a "one in, one out" deal for migrants crossing the Channel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gwVzkCx via IFTTT

Councillor calls man-made global warming a 'hoax'

The comment came from Nottinghamshire County Council's cabinet member for transport and environment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mCeXhnH via IFTTT

Government's watered-down benefits bill clears Commons

The legislation, which implements some cuts to universal credit, could become law in one month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PXsLzNM via IFTTT

Inside Health

The PM says it's 'reform or die' for the NHS, we discuss ambitious plans to restructure it from BBC News https://ift.tt/mQK3bM9 via IFTTT

Cervical screening invites to change in England

Invitations be sent out by the NHS every five years instead of every three for women aged 25-49 in England, if they have a negative test. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G9xWk02 via IFTTT

What in the World

We also discuss the risks of AI therapy from BBC News https://ift.tt/eHhl6QY via IFTTT

Jury-free trials recommended to save courts from 'collapse'

A senior judge recommends a shake-up of the system, but some barristers argue juries are essential for fair justice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ONQ07mf via IFTTT

Gemma Collins weight-loss drug advert banned

The star illegally advertised prescription-only weight loss drugs, the advertising watchdog found. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZTI6iq9 via IFTTT

The Briefing Room

David Aaronovitch and guests discuss why the benefits bill for disability has ballooned. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7qSiFln via IFTTT

The Briefing Room

David Aaronovitch and guests discuss why the benefits bill for disability has ballooned. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LDB81z0 via IFTTT

Palestine Action banned after judge denies temporary block

A High Court judge refused the group's request to temporarily block the government from proscribing it as a terror group. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3BTMOXf via IFTTT

Bereavement leave to be extended to miscarriages before 24 weeks

Parents who experience pregnancy loss at any stage will be entitled to leave from work under planned changes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5rCMXWh via IFTTT

In Our Time

On the value of keeping conversations going with opponents, from the Reformation onwards from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gq70zkS via IFTTT

In Our Time

On the value of keeping conversations going with opponents, from the Reformation onwards from BBC News https://ift.tt/LDB81z0 via IFTTT

'Menopause made me forget my name'

Kirsty Dixon from York runs support groups for women going through the menopause. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VLIU7zC via IFTTT

In Our Time

On the value of keeping conversations going with opponents, from the Reformation onwards from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gq70zkS via IFTTT

Nick Robinson: Starmer told me he'd met every challenge. But things look bad right now - very bad

Nick Robinson sits down with the prime minister to look back at his first year in Downing Street. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dsReP9Q via IFTTT

Reform MP loses whip over business allegations, party says

He has made the decision amid allegations of business propriety during the pandemic. from BBC News https://ift.tt/inFlrWj via IFTTT

The Briefing Room

David Aaronovitch and guests discuss why the benefits bill for disability has ballooned. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GYodLf8 via IFTTT

Ketamine helped me escape my negative thoughts - then it nearly killed me

Two young women speak to the BBC about why ketamine has become such a popular drug. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7P9tiQY via IFTTT

Catherine talks candidly of 'life-changing' cancer treatment

Catherine says "you put on a sort of brave face" during treatment but afterwards it can also feel "really difficult". from BBC News https://ift.tt/JT5rzLx via IFTTT

BBC senior staff told to 'step back' from duties following row

No "high risk" music acts will be broadcast live in the future after Bob Vylan's Glastonbury set. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K2CAnSZ via IFTTT

MPs approve plan to proscribe Palestine Action as terrorist group

The ban means supporting the group could potentially carry a maximum sentence of 14 years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rmFMk4q via IFTTT

Inside Health

James Gallagher looks at the evidence for claims the benefits of sun could outweigh risks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aosxLt2 via IFTTT

Reeves' tears raise big questions at top of Labour

Whatever the cause, Labour must soon start projecting direction, confidence and grip. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J840ZMK via IFTTT

Inside Health

James Gallagher looks at the evidence for claims the benefits of sun could outweigh risks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xSodEaT via IFTTT

Slow-motion humiliation for Starmer as he loses control of Commons

The BBC's political editor Chris Mason and chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman on the welfare bill. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FDAEn83 via IFTTT

Who are the welfare bill rebels? Find out how your MP voted

Check whether your MP voted for or against the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill from BBC News https://ift.tt/3xdEFAB via IFTTT

Government makes big concessions to win welfare vote

MPs approved the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill but only after ministers made big changes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7sKfRjL via IFTTT