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1. I have a duty to stay on, says Starmer, as he justifies defence spending decisions

   Sir Keir Starmer argues he has made "hard-edged" decisions, one day after his defence secretary quit in a row over money.

2. Defence row exposes tensions over how to keep UK safe

   Ex-Defence Secretary John Healey has said the defence investment plan is "well short of what is required".

3. Iran says deal to end fighting with US has 'never been closer'

   Both Iran and Pakistan say a deal has never been closer - echoing US President Donald Trump's statement on Thursday.

4. King leads tributes to 'giant of the art world' David Hockney

   The artist, who has died at the age of 88, "was one of life's true originals", King Charles says.

5. Ministers want 60% of children walking or cycling to school by 2035

   Thousands of safer paths and crossings are promised to help people become more active in England's towns and cities.