How ransom notes could help catch Nancy Guthrie's kidnappers
A forensic linguist tells the BBC it's possible to glean crucial information about a person from just a few sentences.
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Emma Finucane wins four gold medals in Commonwealth Games first
Welsh star Emma Finucane creates history by becoming the first sprint cyclist to win four track gold medals at the same Commonwealth Games.
Jared Leto and Hollywood’s Open Secrets
Whispers can fester for years before anyone faces consequences. And the tactics celebrities use to escape scandal have completely changed.
General News Today — August 2, 2026
Son of Wicker Man maker dies just weeks before his sequel to film premieres and more — today's news signal.
How a Top Law Firm Went From Standing Up to Trump to Bending the Knee
Paul Weiss was a progressive stalwart for decades and led the legal resistance against President Trump in his first term. Then it surrendered without a fight. This is the inside story of its transformation.
Son of Wicker Man maker dies just weeks before his sequel to film premieres
The British filmmaker died on Friday after suffering a heart attack, his family said in a statement.
Gold family agrees to sell West Ham stake to Staveley
Former West Ham co-owner David Gold's daughter Vanessa confirms plans to sell shares to a consortium headed by ex-Newcastle co-owner Amanda Staveley.
Greater Manchester mayor says Burnham's new powers will change lives
Bev Craig succeeds Andy Burnham as Greater Manchester's mayor after winning Thursday's by-election.
General News Today — August 1, 2026
England beaten by New Zealand in netball semi-final and more — today's news signal.
England beaten by New Zealand in netball semi-final
England's netballers miss out on a place in the Commonwealth Games gold-medal match after a 61-54 semi-final defeat by a powerful New Zealand side.
British girl band FLO 'want it all' - and they're confident they will get it
The rising stars say making their second album, Therapy at the Club, was a "crash course" in music.
Israeli official says troops won't pull back in Gaza without 'genuine' Hamas disarmament
Donald Trump insists Israel is "very happy" with a proposal for the Palestinian group to give up weapons in exchange for an Israeli withdrawal.
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Trump suggests new talks with Iran to begin on Monday
Tehran has not responded to the suggestion that new talks are imminent. Trump has previously said a negotiated end to the war is close, only for strikes to resume.
Ohio Senator Calls Former Son-in-Law Accused of Abuse Unfit for Office
Senator Bernie Moreno, Republican of Ohio, broke his silence about allegations of domestic abuse his daughter has made against Representative Max Miller.
What We Know About the Shooting at an In-N-Out Burger in Idaho
Gunfire brought panic to a shopping center in Twin Falls in what the authorities described as a chaotic scene. At least three people were killed.
Spokane Wildfires Destroy Hundreds of Buildings as Thousands Evacuate
Firefighters were hopeful that improving weather conditions in Washington state could help efforts to contain the blaze, which officials described as the largest natural disaster in the history of Spokane.
Oil Prices Plummet as Investors Digest Pause in Fighting in Iran War
The markets’ moves were the first since President Trump said late Saturday that he had halted a U.S. assault on Iran.
The War That Could Swallow the World
Whatever is happening in Iran, it isn’t working.
Tale of two halves leaves Iraola with plenty to ponder
On the overnight flight from Chicago back to England, Andoni Iraola will have plenty of thinking to do after the conclusion of Liverpool's pre-season US tour.
The change that may help you get a mortgage as a first-time buyer
More relaxed mortgage regulation opens the door for some first-time buyers, but it comes with risk.
Ariana Grande to take a break from public life amid 'endless' scrutiny
The US singer, 33, will "step back from visibility" at the end of her world tour next month, her representative says.
‘Comradely’ Talks and a ‘Deer Leader’ Mascot: Scenes From the D.S.A. Summit
At a national meeting of the Democratic Socialists of America, nervous energy and a sprawling tableau of sometimes-competing interests were on display.
'No guarantees' - joyful Glasgow cannot banish all Commonwealth Games doubts
Glasgow 2026 was a joyful success in isolation but questions and doubts remain about the Commonwealth Games' future.
Burnham pledges to be 'relentless' in curbing small boat crossings
The prime minister says enforcement is increased but there also need to be more safe routes into the UK.
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