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Esa plans mission to study asteroid as it hurtles past Earth
In 2029 an asteroid larger than the Eiffel Tower will skim past Earth in an event that until recent years scientists had feared could foreshadow a catastrophic collision.
Electoral reform Labour divided over case for change to voting system
The vote at Labour conference was passed overwhelmingly and to loud cheers: the party should ditch the first past the post electoral system in favour of proportional representation. So what happens next? Almost certainly nothing - at least for now.
Body found in Tenerife is Jay Slater, autopsy confirms
An autopsy has confirmed that a body found by Spanish rescuers in Tenerife on Monday is that of the missing British teenager Jay Slater.
A legacy for England Eight years that have given fans an expectation of success
Eight years is a long time in football. Eight years is long enough for people to run out of patience.
Fears in Europe reignite over Vance
Donald Trump's choice of JD Vance as his vice-presidential candidate has reignited deep-seated fears in Europe that he would pursue a transactional America First foreign policy that could culminate in the US pushing for Ukraine to acquiesce to Vladimir Putin and sue for peace with Russia.
Turmoil for Labour in Wales after Gething resigns as first minister
Move to step down follows months of infighting and scandal
Dominant Pogacar treats himself after going 'crazy'
On a day in which French radio described Harry Kane as the \"Raymond Poulidor of world football\" Poulidor finished on the podium in the Tour de France eight times, but never won - Tadej Pogacar was, for once, not having to face the usual rest-day questions about credibility that come with wearing the race leader's yellow jersey.
One Walker throw-in gave Spain all they needed to win
Tired, muddled thinking with 15 minutes remaining meant England's chance of glory quickly disappeared
'Nobody is entitled to anything in golf or life. You have to earn it'
Rory McIlroy is confident he has moved on from last month's Pinehurst pain and is focused on renewing his challenge fora fifth major title at this week's Open
Set for greatness Alcaraz shifts the paradigm with win that shows all his mental fortitude
As Carlos Alcaraz pulled up at the Wimbledon champions' dinner on Sunday, his mind could not have been further from thinking about everything he had achieved throughout that day.
Vital German rail corridor to be closed for months for repairs
One of Germany's main rail corridors is to be closed for months as part of a major overhaul of the ailing train network of Europe's largest economy that is expected to last until the end of the decade.
Policymaker says Bank should cut interest rates
The Bank of England needs to \"stop squeezing living standards\" and cut interest rates, a senior policymaker has said.
'Maduro rival vows 'government for all' if he wins Venezuela vote
The soft-spoken septuagenarian who could be on the brink of leading Venezuela into a new political era has promised to build a country of prosperity, democracy and peace if he is elected president, and vowed to govern for all citizens - including supporters of his authoritarian rival, Nicolás Maduro.
'I've seen many wars' Residents on Lebanon boundary await conflict
The leafy streets of Kfar Rosh HaNikra are still and silent. This is not just a consequence of the sweltering July heat.
Artists should embrace AI's capabilities, say creators of new show at Tate Modern
Artists should view the advance of AI technology as an opportunity and \"not a new existential threat for creativity\", according to the team behind Tate Modern's new tech-based show.
Rich-poor attainment gap has grown across England'
The attainment gap between 16-yearolds from low-income families and their wealthier classmates has grown across all regions of England since before the pandemic with the sole exception of London, according to research.
Puberty blockers Streeting to explain ban amid criticism from MPs
Wes Streeting is expected to tell MPs his reasons for supporting a ban on puberty blockers being prescribed to children for gender-based reasons, amid discontent in his own party.
Tenerife authorities find body in area where British teenager Jay Slater went missing in June
Rescue teams on the Spanish island of Tenerife yesterday discovered the body of a young man in the remote area where the British teenager Jay Slater disappeared last month.
Labour to be 'more Southgate, less Gove' to end divisions
The Labour government will be \"more Gareth Southgate, less Michael Gove\" than its predecessor in seeking to end culture war divisions and telling an inclusive story about Britain, the culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, has promised.
Bethel Park FBI seeks to understand ideology of 'smart and shy' gunman
In Bethel Park, where the man who is suspected of opening fire at Donald Trump during a campaign rally on Saturday lived with his mother and sister, the houses are small and built of brick, Walmart and Target form central social hubs, and mothers watch over their children at a junior league baseball park next to a tributary of the Allegheny River.
Trump-appointed judge dismisses criminal classified documents case
Donald Trump's criminal case on charges that he illegally retained classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago club has been dismissed after the presiding judge sided with the former president and ruled that the special counsel who brought the prosecution had been improperly appointed.
Security White House official criticises failure to prevent shooting
The secretary of homeland security has condemned a failure of security as the US Secret Service comes under political pressure after the assassination attempt against Donald Trump in Pennsylvania on Saturday.
Moon cave could offer home away from home for explorers
Researchers have found evidence of a substantial underground cave on the moon that is accessible from the surface, making the spot a prime location to build a future lunar base.
Man appears in court after discovery of human remains in suitcases
A man has been remanded in custody after appearing in court charged with two counts of murder over the deaths of two men whose remains were found in suitcases in Bristol.
Feltham youth facility 'is most violent prison in the country'
A young offender institution has been identified as the most violent prison in the country, with teenage inmates refusing family visits to keep their relatives away from danger, a watchdog has found.
Trump hits out at 'witch-hunts' despite pledge to unite nation
Legal cases targeted by Republican nominee after assassination bid
Israel Lammy to use visit to press for Gaza ceasefire
David Lammy will call for an immediate ceasefire in talks with Israel's prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, on his first visit to Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories.
Kane powerless to shift career narrative as that old sinking feeling returns
Striker shares the Golden Boot but his deserved early exit in final better describes apatchy tournament
Oyarzabal strikes gold as England suffer at the last
If football is going home, it is only because this final belonged to Spain.
Krejcikova honours memory of Novotna with singles success
Inspired by her compatriot’s love of SW19, the 28-year-old Czech has ticked another item off her career bucket list