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1. Starmer tries to reassure as Iran crisis deepens

   The PM acknowledged people are worried about family abroad, the economy, and potential further escalation.

2. First UK government flight departs Middle East after delay

   The plane was due to leave Oman on Wednesday but remained grounded due to problems getting passengers on board.

3. Checkpoints everywhere and queues for bread: Fear in Iran as US-Israeli strikes intensify

   Iranians are coping with daily strikes, internet blackouts, and security crackdowns - all while trying to stay in touch with loved ones.

4. How depleted weapons stockpiles could affect the Iran conflict

   Weapons stocks will not alone decide the outcome of this conflict, but it's certainly a significant factor, writes the BBC's Jonathan Beale.

5. Iran targets headquarters of Iranian Kurdish forces in Iraq

   The Iranian military's strikes come amid speculation that the US wants Iranian Kurdish groups to join its conflict with Iran.

6. Failed asylum seeker families to be offered up to £40k to leave UK

   The home secretary says the "incentives" will deliver a "significant saving to the taxpayer".

7. Judicial review over whether government failed to act after abuse inquiry

   The Maggie Oliver Foundation has campaigned for tougher action against grooming gangs.

8. Britney Spears arrested in California

   Court documents show she was arrested in Ventura County on Wednesday night.

9. South East Water faces £22m fine after customers left unable to shower and flush toilets

   The firm was unable to cope during high demand, Ofwat says, leading to "immense stress" for customers.

10. Former Scotland rugby captain Stuart Hogg stripped of MBE

    He was given the honour in 2024 before he admitted a charge of domestic abuse against his now estranged wife.