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Can Americans spell the National Spelling Bee’s winning words?

Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old, won the competition this year after correctly spelling 32 words in a 90-second lighting round tiebreaker.

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The clearest sign Father Time is closing in on Djokovic?

Why Novak Djokovic's French Open exit is another golden opportunity lost for the 39-year-old - as teenager Joao Fonseca comes of age.

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Arrive three hours before flight home, airline boss tells UK holidaymakers

Wizz Air CEO Yvonne Moynihan says some passengers reported missing return or connecting flights home due to queues.

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Abolishing patient watchdog leaves NHS 'marking own homework', councils warn

The plans are part of a government bill to modernise the NHS in England, which is currently going through parliament.

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How a borough in Merseyside is bucking the UK's youth unemployment trend

A major review has declared that Britain faces a "lost generation" - could personalised early intervention help prevent under-16s falling into the Neet trap?

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Tickets for festivals are getting more expensive - we compared them

Reading and Leeds, Glastonbury, Parklife, Download and Wireless have surged in price.

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Officer who pulled driver from burning car honoured

PC Jay Wakefield has been nominated for the Police Federation's National Police Bravery award.

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AI-powered version of Ozzy to appear in city

Two companies are working on creating an Ozzy Osbourne AI avatar.

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Lego cathedral model completed after 10-year build

The Very Reverend Joe Hawes says the project is "testament" to what the community can accomplish.

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Basketball-playing robot built by sixth-formers wins tech competition

A basketball-playing robot won Friends' School in Lisburn first place at the UK-wide First Tech Challenge robotics competition.

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After decades risking arrest, South Korea's tattoo artists step into the limelight

Only licensed doctors were allowed to ink tattoos in Korea - breaking the law could lead to heavy fines or jail.

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Mumbai's famed dabbawalas fed millions for over 100 years - now they are disappearing

Dabbawalas, who deliver home-cooked meals, are leaving the trade as remote work and rising costs threaten their future.

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Ruben Dias says he 'draws line' over Maya Jama break-up speculation

The Man City footballer says he usually remains silent on rumours about his personal life, but feels forced to correct the public record.

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Ukraine using AI drones to strike vital convoys supplying Russian troops

BBC Verify has analysed videos of attacks in occupied Ukraine on Russian trucks carrying ammunition, fuel and food.

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Spain's Sánchez digs in after eight years as PM as wave of scandals threatens survival

Corruption probes of colleagues and relatives have put Spain's premier into a fight for survival.

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Move over, Heated Rivalry - there's a new ice hockey romance obsession

The Amazon Prime adaptation of Elle Kennedy's ice hockey romance book is an early hit with viewers.

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Palace handed Andrew's controversial envoy emails six years ago

Thousands of emails containing information about the former prince's financial dealings were given to the Royal Household in 2020.

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Attorney general had 'no doubt' on reviewing teen boys' rape sentences

Lord Hermer tells the BBC he wanted "detail as quickly as possible" after hearing about the case in which the rapists were spared custody.

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The tactics that could win Arsenal the Champions League

BBC Sport's tactics correspondent Umir Irfan looks at how Arsenal can defeat Paris St-Germain in Saturday's Champions League final.

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What now for Vinicius Jr after Mourinho signs Real Madrid deal?

How Jose Mourinho manages his relationship with Brazil forward Vinicius Junior will be one of the most closely watched aspects of his second spell in charge of Real Madrid.

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Trump in excellent health after annual checkup, doctor says

The White House releases the results of the US president's latest medical examination, which states he is "fully fit" to carry out his duties.