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Inland Revenue says tax crackdown paying off
Tax department details arrest warrants, bank account deductions that have pulled in almost $12 per $1 spent.

Verstappen's 'positive pressure' as he goes 'flat out' for fifth title
For the first time all year, Max Verstappen says that winning the world championship is a real possibility after his United States Grand Prix victory.

After 'No Kings' protests, where does Democratic resistance go next?
Millions of Americans joined anti-Trump protests, but Democrats are less popular than the president and divided over how to fight back.

India sparkles as millions celebrate Diwali festival
Known as the festival of lights, Diwali celebrates the victory of good over evil.

China will soon have a new Five Year Plan. Here's how they have changed the world so far
Beijing's leaders are deciding on a blueprint that sets China's economic goals for the next decade.

'Andy sweats over police probe' and 'ceasefire in peril'
A Met investigation into Prince Andrew and the Israel-Hamas ceasefire dominate Monday's front pages.

Bereaved families call for inquiry into government response to suicide websites
Campaigners say at least 133 people have died in the UK after being exposed to a toxic substance promoted by online forums.

New V-level courses to be brought in for students after GCSEs
Ministers say new vocational courses will simplify the "confusing" options students have after GCSEs.

Kiwi combination place second at prestigious Maryland 5* equestrian event
Monica Spencer and Artist placed second in equestrian's prestigious Maryland 5 Star event in the United States this morning.

China-born star cleared to play for Australia at Los Angeles Olympics
Yangzi Liu challenged a seven-year waiting period imposed on her for changing nationalities, freeing her to wear the green and gold.

Mollie O’Callaghan broke a world record. Kaylee McKeown decided to do the same
Australia’s Olympic swimmers continue to dazzle on the world stage, with Kaylee McKeown breaking a world record.

Bouncy balls, points gaps & Honda Civics - inside Celtic's dismal day
BBC Scotland examines what was a day of incident for defending Scottish champions Celtic at Dundee.

Amorim's big moment - are Man Utd finally ready for lift off?
Finally, at Anfield, home of Manchester United's - historically and statistically - biggest rivals, Ruben Amorim's team delivered a statement win.

These confederate statues caused nationwide protests. Melted down, they're now art pieces
The 18 decommissioned Confederate monuments have been deconstructed and displayed to make a statement on the horrors of slavery.

Bankers on edge, a gilded cash room and US blaming China - my week with global finance elite
After five days talking to ministers, bankers and trade negotiators at the IMF, the BBC's Faisal Islam assesses the global outlook.

MoD probes claims Russian hackers stole files on bases
The files, including details of RAF and Royal Navy bases, were reportedly published on the dark web.

The two words you need to help you push back at work
Ambition and work ethic help us succeed, but how can we stop drive damaging our health?

Tel Aviv derby called off by police after 'violent riots'
The derby between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Hapoel Tel Aviv is cancelled before kick-off after police say "smoke grenades and pyrotechnic devices were thrown".

Giuffre thought she might 'die a sex slave' at hands of Epstein and his circle, memoir reveals
The BBC obtained a copy of Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir ahead of its publication on Tuesday.

Verstappen wins US GP as Piastri pushes Hamilton
Max Verstappen comprehensively wins the US Grand Prix, while Oscar Piastri chases Lewis Hamilton right to the chequered flag.