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Man wearing large, metallic chain sucked into MRI machine
Police say the man entered a room in Long Island, New York where an MRI machine was already in operation.

Resilience, luck and subs - England's winning formula
England's resilience, the impact of the 'super-subs' and a large slice of luck proved to be familiar traits in their penalty shootout win over Sweden.

Cockroach-infested jail detained inmates illegally
Data shows 130 inmates were held illegally, after their release date, in the last six months.

Relentless immigration raids are changing California's way of life
A month since Donald Trump called in the National Guard, raids continue to spark violent protests - and fear.

My focus was on saving lives after Afghan data breach, Shapps says
The February 2022 breach involved the details of thousands of Afghans and some British officials.

Bay of Plenty ECE reliever Phoebe Robertson sentenced for child exploitation material
Phoebe Robertson said she was 'addicted' to disgusting things.

Locals barrack for Rory McIlroy at British Open
Chris McHale is among the Irish locals who've descended on Royal Portrush to cheer for local hope Rory McIlroy in the British Open.

Wallabies v British and Irish Lions: Who our experts are backing in the first Test
How our experts think the Test will play out when the Wallabies go head-to-head with the British and Irish Lions for the series opener at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday.

‘Never feel we can’t win’: Raging Bull warns Lions about Australian spirit
The Wallabies are massive underdogs to beat the Lions at Suncorp Stadium, but Lions coach Andy Farrell was reminded of the peril in that scenario when he bumped into a former rival and Maroons legend.

The 'posh lad from Richmond' steering the Wallabies against the Lions
Born in Italy, raised in London, picked by Australia. Tom Lynagh's teenage call to bet on green and gold has paid out handsomely.

South East hosepipe ban affecting more than 1.4 million customers comes into force
The temporary ban affects more than 1.4 million customers in Kent, East Sussex and West Sussex.

The Papers: 'Starmer's new generation' and 'Abbott suspended'
Labour's move to lower the voting age in the UK dominates Friday's headlines.

Weekly quiz: Why is Kew Garden's Palm House closing?
How much attention did you pay to what's being going on in the world over the past seven days?

Kill Russians, win points: Is Ukraine's new drone scheme gamifying war?
The scheme allows Ukrainian troops to trade videos of confirmed kills on the battlefield for prizes.

Germany's Merz tells BBC Europe was free-riding on US
Merz was visiting the UK to boost defence ties with Germany, as part of a historic friendship treaty.

Serious pollution incidents by water companies up 60% last year
Last year had the highest number of pollution events by water companies ever recorded.

Rahm rips fan for whistling
Spanish former Masters champion Jon Rahm clipped a fan for whistling at the top of his backswing during the first round of the Open championship.

Have England turned nasty in pursuit of the Ashes?
From a battery of fast bowlers to premeditated sledging, Lord’s told us that England will do whatever it takes to win the urn.

Holmes injured in try-saving tackle
Dragons star Valentine Holmes is brought down a few metres short of the try line and gets up clutching at his left shoulder.

Don’t mess with Andy: Why Rory McIlroy’s ex-military bodyguard is shadowing him on the green grass of home
There are 156 golfers from all over the world vying for the British Open, and one clear favourite with the crowd; local hope Rory McIlroy.