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Center A — High Factuality

On Extra Extra, BBC News is grouped with center outlets, a placement drawn from the consensus of independent media-bias raters (AllSides, Ad Fontes Media, and Media Bias/Fact Check) rather than our own opinion. Its reliability rating of A reflects a strong track record of factual, well-sourced reporting. That rating is a guide for weighing what you read here, not a verdict on any single article.

We are currently tracking 15 recent articles from BBC News, published over the past 7 hours. Recurring themes in its latest headlines include Burnham, Trump, Andy, and Cabinet.

The best way to use this profile is comparatively. Read BBC News's coverage of a story alongside how outlets on other parts of the spectrum handle the same event — the facts usually overlap, but the emphasis, language, and what gets left out often do not. Other center sources we track include Al Jazeera, Associated Press, Reuters, and Newsweek.

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Recent Articles (15)

US launches fresh strikes on Iran, as Trump warns of retaliation for deaths of soldiers

The US says the attacks were aimed at degrading Iran's capabilities to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz.

Who's in Andy Burnham's cabinet?

An in-depth look at which Labour MPs have been appointed to cabinet roles by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham

The Papers: 'Burnham era begins' and 'King Kev'

The papers are dominated by Andy Burnham's first day as prime minister.

Chris Mason: Cull of Starmer allies as new chancellor faces crunching spending choices

The appointment of John Healey is particularly fascinating, writes BBC political editor Chris Mason.

Fake kits worth £18m seized by police during World Cup over safety concerns

Counterfeit football shirts worth over £18m were seized in the UK during the course of the World Cup because of safety concerns, with the Fire Service warning the outfits can be a danger to those who

Tropical Storm Bertha threatens US Gulf coast

Storm surges up to 4ft are possible along parts of the Louisiana and Mississippi coasts, officials say.

'Anti-ICE' Army veteran set fire outside Manhattan federal building, say officials

Andrew Arrabaca, 43, was armed with two axes, a machete, three knives and fireworks, says the FBI.

At least 27 dead and 83 missing after passenger ferry capsizes off Guyana

An investigation into the tragedy has been launched, the island's prime minister says, adding he hopes more will be found alive.

Trump slaps 50% tariffs on Canada and Carney vows to 'intensify' trade talks

The duties mark a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours.

Your tips on getting a fussy child to eat, and six recipes they'll love

Want to avoid battles over broccoli and squabbles over spinach? We've asked you for your advice on how to cope at mealtimes over the summer holidays.

Is UK facing drought for second summer in a row?

The longest dry spell in over 30 years for central England raises concerns about drought and when it might rain.

Bumblebees are struggling in UK heatwaves - but you can help them

The furry bodies of UK bumblebees are specially adapted for cold weather - making heatwaves a struggle.

Why Andy Burnham will find it so tricky to unite Britain

Is there any common ground left?

Will the Tate brothers be extradited from the US to the UK?

Andrew and Tristan Tate are set to face extradition proceedings in the US as British prosecutors issued 38 new charges against the brothers.

How is the new cabinet shaping up?

The BBC's Annita McVeigh talks us through some key appointments as Andy Burnham takes office.

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