Monday, 1 December 2025

Mangione in court as lawyers seek to rule out notebook, gun and other key evidence

A legal expert explains how the defence could stand to gain even if their longshot bid fails this week.

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Sutton's predictions v Tailenders host Felix White

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Felix White - and AI - with his predictions for the midweek Premier League fixtures.

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Tulip Siddiq MP says Bangladesh jail sentence is 'deeply unfair'

The MP, and niece of Bangladesh's ousted former leader, received a two-year sentence in her absence over corruption allegations.

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Sunday, 30 November 2025

Three children among four killed in shooting at 'birthday party' in California

Officials say 11 others are injured in what they believe is a "targeted" shooting at a children's birthday party.

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Norris' title wait goes on as Verstappen wins in Qatar

Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri will contest a final-race championship showdown in Abu Dhabi after the Red Bull driver won a gripping Qatar Grand Prix.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/C7FWerx

Saturday, 29 November 2025

Title hopeful Norris beaten to Qatar pole by rival Piastri

Oscar Piastri pips McLaren team-mate and title rival Lando Norris to pole position for the potentially title-deciding Qatar Grand Prix.

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Terminally ill boy gets final wish to meet Santa

Jacob from Merseyside has met Santa one last time after an "amazing" response to his mum's plea.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WBYX09P

Friday, 28 November 2025

Prostate cancer screening: what you need to know

Everything you need to know about the decision on who should be screened for prostate cancer

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Have Liverpool missed out on chance to sign Guehi?

With top clubs in Europe registering an interest, have Liverpool missed out on the chance to sign Crystal Palace and England defender Marc Guehi?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/xa1Ay9G

Thursday, 27 November 2025

Malen hit by cup as crowd trouble halts Villa game

Aston Villa's Europa League match against Young Boys on Thursday is temporarily halted because of violence in the away end at Villa Park.

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Wednesday, 26 November 2025

Watch Celtic Cup netball: Scottish Thistles v Welsh Feathers

Live netball from Glasgow as the Scottish Thistles take on the Welsh Feathers.

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Transgender athlete 'was very dishonest' says world's strongest woman

A British athlete crowned world's strongest woman says she was "robbed" of her winning moment after it emerged the original champion was a transgender woman who was ineligible to compete.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/XSNQWLR

Tuesday, 25 November 2025

English mayors will get new powers to levy tourist taxes

Mayors will be given the power to charge tourists a tax for staying overnight in their towns and cities.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7HhG5W8

Monday, 24 November 2025

When team-mates fight - Dyer v Bowyer

BBC Sport looks back at team-mates Lee Bowyer and Kieron Dyer coming to blows during Newcastle's 3-0 loss to Aston Villa at St James' Park on 2 April 2005.

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Updated peace plan could be a deal Ukraine will take - eventually

The proposed plan is said to have been significantly changed since Sunday - but key sticking points are likely to remain.

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Australia senator condemned for burka stunt in parliament

Pauline Hanson donned a black burka as she sought to push for a ban on the garment.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/e2zM6Jk

Sunday, 23 November 2025

Is there 'entitlement' around Scotland or has Townsend misjudged criticism?

Head coach Gregor Townsend feels that the flak he has received has been unfair. But has he misunderstood the criticism?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ntXwZ7Q

Saturday, 22 November 2025

Ireland shown five cards as Boks win chaotic Test

Ill-disciplined Ireland are shown five cards as South Africa produce a typically power-packed performance to win a chaotic autumn Test.

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'Liverpool in full-blown crisis and Slot under severe pressure'

The Anfield horror show at the hands of Nottingham Forest was a headlong fall into the abyss for Liverpool, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/CREhNZk

Friday, 21 November 2025

Jay Slater's mum says online trolls sent her 'to hell and back' after he disappeared in Tenerife

The mother of a teenager who died in Tenerife is campaigning for Jay's Law to help prevent the online trolling of grieving families.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FRnXhGT

Thursday, 20 November 2025

Wales host Bosnia and NI visit Italy in World Cup play-offs

Wales will host Bosnia-Herzegovina and Northern Ireland travel to Italy in the World Cup play-off semi-finals.

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Should Townsend continue or is it time for change?

After frustrating defeats to New Zealand and Argentina, Tom English suggests it is time Scotland considered replacing long-serving head coach Gregor Townsend.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FWhVNoa

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

The big questions now Scotland are going to the World Cup

Where are we going? What's the score with visas & ESTAs? Who will sing our World Cup song?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WbEAkYF

Italy edge closer to Davis Cup three-peat

Holders Italy overcome Austria to move a step closer to becoming the first nation to win three consecutive Davis Cup titles for 53 years.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/SFOknEg

Tuesday, 18 November 2025

England lose George, Roebuck and Lawrence for Pumas

Hooker Jamie George, wing Tom Roebuck and centre Ollie Lawrence are ruled out of England's Test against Argentina on Sunday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ayervTu

Monday, 17 November 2025

The reality behind Scotland's 28-year World Cup wait

BBC Scotland examines Scotland's World Cup troubles as their campaign reaches its conclusion on Tuesday.

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France investigating Vinted over alleged links to pornographic content

Some sellers were found to be luring viewers to their personal pages on adult platforms such as OnlyFans.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/vwWloVU

Sunday, 16 November 2025

'Vulnerable' Scotland 'fell asleep at the wheel'

Scotland "fell asleep at the wheel" in their dramatic capitulation against Argentina, according to captain Sione Tuipulotu.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ix31Qol

'Why we love football' - tears of joy as Irish keep World Cup dream alive

Hat-trick hero Troy Parrott lets the tears flow after the Republic of Ireland stun Hungary to reach the World Cup play-offs.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/9I0N4FD

Saturday, 15 November 2025

'Phenomenal' Ford central to beating All Blacks

Fly-half George Ford is a pivotal figure in England's win over New Zealand, after costly misses against the same opposition last autumn.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/4zgoeyp

Late Evans penalty gives Wales win against Japan

Replacement fly-half Jarrod Evans secures victory for Wales against Japan with the last kick of the game.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/wzJ6DNH

Friday, 14 November 2025

'Prolific' rapist who drugged women gets life term

"Incredibly dangerous" multiple rapist Chao Xu is ordered to spend a minimum of 14 years in prison.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/JjzKZcN

Thursday, 13 November 2025

How to limit the power of big tech

The deputy PM turned Meta executive on the influence of tech bosses like Mark Zuckerberg.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/xTEM9Ju

Faisal Islam: Slow growth raises stakes even higher for the Budget

The Budget somehow has to provide certainty, boost consumer and business confidence, and fill a large fiscal gap.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qUKc4oj

Wednesday, 12 November 2025

Women's 100m final on day one at LA 2028 Olympics

The women's 100m final will take place on day one of the 2028 Olympics, with the men's on day two, as athletics is moved to the first week in Los Anleges.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/tc3zXa8

Tuesday, 11 November 2025

Gannon-Doak 'has no doubt' Scotland will reach World Cup

Birthday boy Ben Gannon-Doak has "no doubt" Scotland will end a 28-year wait and reach the 2026 World Cup.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/70jbo2m

Monday, 10 November 2025

Trump pardons Giuliani and others accused of plot to overturn 2020 election

He also pardons his former White House chief of staff, Mark Meadows in a proclamation vowing to "end a grave national injustice".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/PymB76w

Watch: The Monday Night Club

Mark Chapman and guests discuss the weekends football.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7zypKJ2

Sunday, 9 November 2025

The 'mentality shift' that has helped Man City to top of WSL

Khadija Shaw says Manchester City have had a "mentality shift" this season, after moving top of the Women's Super League.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/VUfXIj2

Saturday, 8 November 2025

Impressive Norris on Sao Paulo pole after sprint win

McLaren's Lando Norris takes pole position for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix with Oscar Piastri fourth and Max Verstappen down in 16th.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/f0LOXpE

Rybakina upsets Sabalenka to claim record £4m prize

Elena Rybakina upsets world number one Aryna Sabalenka to win record-breaking £4m prize with WTA Finals victory.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/DZolpOY

Friday, 7 November 2025

Celtic ban Green Brigade after police & steward assault

Police Scotland issue an appeal for witnesses to come forward after a steward and two officers were assaulted at Celtic Park.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/HhWZuSr

Thursday, 6 November 2025

Sabalenka roars past Gauff to join Pegula in WTA Finals last four

Aryna Sabalenka roars past Coco Gauff to avenge her French Open final loss and secure her place in the WTA Finals last four alongside Jessica Pegula.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/aPvA21U

Wednesday, 5 November 2025

Anisimova joins Rybakina in Riyadh semis and ends Swiatek hopes

Amanda Anisimova fights back to defeat Iga Swiatek and join the undefeated Elena Rybakina in the knockout stage of the WTA Finals.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/vwDyUbh

Democrats hit back and a winning message - four US election night takeaways

It was an encouraging night for the Democratic Party who scored some decisive wins. Here's what we learned.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/uO83wFk

Tuesday, 4 November 2025

'Beast mode' Sabalenka beats Pegula at WTA Finals

World number one Aryna Sabalenka enters "beast mode" to defeat Jessica Pegula and close in on a place in the knockout stages of the WTA Finals.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/eJqOcS1

Sunday, 2 November 2025

West Ham come from behind to beat Newcastle

Watch highlights as a spirited West Ham side come from behind to record their first home win of the season against Newcastle United at the London Stadium.

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First glimpse of Paddington as new West End musical prepares to open

The new West End production shares a first look at its star, whose design was a closely guarded secret.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/1B3TKJf

Saturday, 1 November 2025

Scotland sweep aside US for biggest Murrayfield win

Darcy Graham and Jamie Dobie both score hat-tricks as Scotland dismantle the United States in a one-sided autumn Test to record their biggest ever win in Murrayfield's 100-year history.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FKbETpg

Does 'timeless wonder' Welbeck deserve England recall?

Danny Welbeck last played for England in 2018 but will his recent form at Brighton be enough to encourage Thomas Tuchel to select him for this month's World Cup qualifiers?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FgT1irU

Friday, 31 October 2025

England begin bid to become World Cup contenders

England start their autumn campaign against Australia on Saturday as they bid to show they are genuine World Cup contenders.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/zvmI8QS

Hurricane death toll rises as Jamaica aid effort struggles

The devastating storm claimed nearly 50 lives when it swept Haiti and Jamaica this week.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7plgYwK

Thursday, 30 October 2025

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Wednesday, 29 October 2025

British man arrested in Ukraine accused of spying for Russia

The unamed Briton passed information to Russia while working as a military instructor, prosecutors say.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/k9N5cnt

England 'not a quick fix' - Edwards on World Cup exit

Head coach Charlotte Edwards says she knew her job "would not be a quick fix" after England are thrashed by South Africa in the World Cup semi-finals.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/OGvzTKu

Tuesday, 28 October 2025

Tourist plane crash in Kenya kills 11 on board

The aircraft was flying from a popular coastal resort to a game park when it came down.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ONe6GaS

Monday, 27 October 2025

Stole a penguin, jailed in Singapore, now Aberdeen sporting director

Lutz Pfannenstiel has stolen a penguin, spent 101 days in jail accused of match-fixing, modelled for Armani - and is Aberdeen's new sporting director.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/MvfKI7u

Sunday, 26 October 2025

'People are afraid' - why 'juggernaut' Arsenal are team to beat

As Arsenal moved four points clear at the top of the Premier League, BBC Sport looks at why teams are 'afraid' of them.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/oFk7wXD

Bellingham scores El Clasico winner

Jude Bellingham assists the first goal and scores the second for Real Madrid as they beat Barcelona 2-1 in the first Clasico of the La Liga season.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/F6LJpQt

Saturday, 25 October 2025

After 11 months of negativity, have Man Utd turned the corner?

Manchester United have recorded three consecutive Premier League wins under Ruben Amorim for the first time.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/8ZFoldb

'We fight to the end', says Newcastle 'talisman' Guimaraes

Newcastle United were rapidly running out of time against Fulham but captain Bruno Guimaraes stepped up when his side needed him most.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/nAhvraF

Friday, 24 October 2025

Rubio says lots of countries willing to join Gaza security force

The US secretary of state says Israel must be comfortable with participants, but it is unclear how such a force could be deployed without an understanding with Hamas.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z7a5izg

Thursday, 23 October 2025

'Red flags for Rohl as Rangers routed in first game'

In the last few seasons, Rangers went toe-to-toe with Athletic Bilbao, Benfica, Red Bull Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund. Now they're getting routed by Brann.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/1m4YUNr

Watch: Video appears to show alleged Louvre jewel thieves escaping

Thieves stole €88m worth of French crown jewels in broad daylight on Sunday morning.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/v5dq3Y7

Wednesday, 22 October 2025

'Different England taught harsh, but familar lesson by Australia'

England are a different side from their Ashes thrashing at the start of the year, but Australia taught them a harsh but familiar reminder at the World Cup in Indore, writes Ffion Wynne.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/C0vWndw

Tuesday, 21 October 2025

British grandmother on Bali death row to return to UK after drug smuggling conviction

Lindsay Sandiford, 69, spent years in prison in Indonesia after being convicted of drug smuggling.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/keUM2Xp

French ex-president Sarkozy begins jail sentence for campaign finance conspiracy

Nicolas Sarkozy, president from 2007-2012, has appealed against his jail term at La Santé prison.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/4YoqGmE

Monday, 20 October 2025

What football can learn from NFL's international games

With La Liga and Serie A set to stage regular-season matches overseas, how successful have the NFL's international games been, and what do players and fans think of them?

from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/american-football/articles/c0qpwg03pzpo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

Sunday, 19 October 2025

No Farrell or Willis in 36-man England training squad

There is no place for Owen Farrell or Tom Willis in the 36-man England training squad before the autumn internationals.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/RyeZTAL

Muscat deal to be Rangers boss off

Rangers' bid to make Kevin Muscat their new head coach has broken down after advanced talks.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Bhxc8XI

Saturday, 18 October 2025

New blood test could speed up diagnosis of 50 cancer types, study says

The Galleri test looks for fragments of DNA that have broken off a tumour and are circulating in the blood.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/mo6X2EP

Ferrari has 'full confidence' in team boss Vasseur

Ferrari chairman John Elkann says the company has "full confidence" in team principal Frederic Vasseur.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/wzLQjWf

Friday, 17 October 2025

Prince Andrew & the Epstein Scandal: The Newsnight Interview

The Duke of York speaks about his relationship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/xFvQ27u

Norris sets pace in US Grand Prix practice

McLaren's Lando Norris is fastest in practice at the United States Grand Prix, split from team-mate and title rival Oscar Piastri by Nico Hulkenberg.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/8EltzD0

Thursday, 16 October 2025

Met chief vows 'ruthless' rogue officer clear-out

Sir Mark Rowley says the force is making progress in rooting out unfit officers in its ranks.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/BifZ9Fs

Wednesday, 15 October 2025

England's lucky escape - what are the problems to address?

After a near-miss against Pakistan, England are unlikely to survive any more batting scares with their toughest opponents in India and Australia on the horizon.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/o1hyOcU

Icon, trailblazer & Wales hero - Fishlock's seismic legacy

On the eve of her international retirement, a look at how Wales midfielder Jess Fishlock's seismic impact has gone beyond her remarkable on-pitch exploits.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZMkV92N

Cracked windscreen forces US Defence Secretary's plane to make unscheduled landing in UK

The Pentagon says Hegseth and other military leaders on board, who were travelling back from a Nato meeting, are safe.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/fhDkLtV

Tuesday, 14 October 2025

Raducanu has blood pressure taken in China defeat

Britain's Emma Raducanu struggles physically in a three-set loss to world number 219 Zhu Lin in the Ningbo Open first round.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/nI5DkJy

Monday, 13 October 2025

Greaves stuns Littler a day after Grand Prix win

Beau Greaves emerges victorious from a 6-5 thriller against Luke Littler as she becomes the first woman to reach the final of the World Youth Championship.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/fFU7KeY

How Bright left her mark on historic Lionesses

Millie Bright's international retirement is a reflection of a changing of the guard in Sarina Wiegman's team - but her impact on England's success is unquestionable.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/68Q5GPT

Sunday, 12 October 2025

Littler demolishes Humphries to win World Grand Prix

World champion Luke Littler clinically defeats world number one Luke Humphries 6-1 to win his first World Grand Prix title.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/V5JkBHc

Nagelsmann did not mean 'any disrespect' to NI

Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann says Northern Ireland have a "special way" of playing and he did not mean any offence with his comments after his side's 3-1 win in Cologne last month.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ka0jvMJ

Watch: What do people in the West Bank think about the plan?

Palestinians in the West Bank say they hope the deal could lead to a united Palestinian future.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/e9bKirC

NZ's Williamson to miss T20 series against England

New Zealand batter Kane Williamson will miss this month's T20 series against England but captain Mitchell Santner is back following injury.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/RfcwkX3

Saturday, 11 October 2025

Hull KR beat Wigan in Grand Final for historic treble

Hull KR become only the fifth team to win a Super League Grand Final as they put in a stunning performance to beat Wigan Warriors at Old Trafford and win a historic treble.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/VGci1Og

Friday, 10 October 2025

Melania Trump says Putin responded to her pleas about Ukrainian children

The First Lady has been directly engaged in diplomacy in Russia, pleading for the protection of children.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/j2P0Hun

Bol switches to 800m and Hodgkinson 'can't wait'

Two-time world 400m hurdles champion Femke Bol says she is switching events and will compete in the 800m from next year.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/HzEyC74

Thursday, 9 October 2025

Tesla investigated over self-driving cars on wrong side of road

The US government said approximately 2.9 million cars could be impacted by the investigation.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/bOcjXGs

Wednesday, 8 October 2025

Injured captain Kane to miss Wales friendly

England captain Harry Kane will miss Thursday's friendly against Wales with a minor injury.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/6CvzSFq

Tuesday, 7 October 2025

Prosecutors to challenge decision to throw out terror case against Kneecap rapper

The Crown Prosecution Service has said it will appeal against the decision to throw out the case.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Tbk7lns

Albanian judge shot dead in court by man during trial

Judge Astrit Kalaja was killed while two others were injured during a hearing at Tirana's Court of Appeal.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/A3oBk9w

Monday, 6 October 2025

Earick rules out Spurs takeover bid after approach

American tech entrepreneur Brooklyn Earick announces he will not make a formal takeover bid for Tottenham.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/bnGP0zx

Will Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan Work?

Trump urges mediators to “move fast” as key Gaza talks begin.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/fMOmjlQ

Sunday, 5 October 2025

Wigan clinch treble with Grand Final win over Saints

Wigan Warriors complete the women's rugby league treble by beating St Helens in the Grand Final

from BBC News https://ift.tt/BRvzEQ2

Saturday, 4 October 2025

Hull KR beat Saints to reach Grand Final

Oliver Gildart's two second-half tries give Hull Kingston Rovers a Grand Final clash with Wigan Warriors in next week's Super League Grand Final.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/nTfMPtm

Friday, 3 October 2025

Tax wealthiest to end rip-off Britain, new Green leader tells conference

Zack Polanski sets out a new direction for the Green Party in his first conference speech as leader.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/NhkpIyn

Serving Met police officer arrested after BBC Panorama investigation

The officer has been bailed and suspended from duty, the Met police says.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/4ONGYLr

Brewdog announces job cuts after posting £37m loss

It is the fifth year running that the firm, headquartered in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, has posted pre-tax losses.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/i9dbR8c

Thursday, 2 October 2025

Manchester Synagogue Attack: What We Know So Far

Keir Starmer says Britain must defeat rising antisemitic hatred.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/0tnFpWM

Wednesday, 1 October 2025

A-listers watch on as Anderson unveils Dior womenswear debut

Anderson is known for his innovative styles having previously designed outfits for Rihanna and Ariana Grande.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/fVeyXPG

British man, 23, faces drug charges in Thailand

George Wilson from Buckinghamshire is accused of being found with a suitcase containing crystal meth.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/IuY1Qfb

Toy maker Jellycat plans to pay owners £110m after profits double

Jellycat's viral cuddly toys are sold all over the world and made the company £139m last year.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ed3c1kX

Tuesday, 30 September 2025

Silva 'knows exactly' what he will do when Man City contract ends

Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva says he knows "exactly" what he is going to do when his contract ends, but "now is not the right time to talk about it".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/6zwC4dt

India secure opening-day World Cup win over Sri Lanka

Watch highlights from a rain-affected opening game of the Women's World Cup as India fight back following a middle-order collapse to defeat Sri Lanka by 59 runs.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/3VUXdci

Monday, 29 September 2025

Bowen earns new West Ham boss Nuno draw at Everton

Watch Premier League highlights as new West Ham United manager Nuno Espirito Santo earns a draw at Everton in his first match in charge.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/oJ4hKfO

'Stirring Sunday fightback cannot hide US Ryder Cup shortcomings'

America's final-day comeback brought unexpected respectability to the final score - but also exposed how far the US lag behind Europe in their Ryder Cup efforts, writes Iain Carter.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/8nVTsd5

Afghanistan telecom blackout as Taliban shuts off internet

Phone and internet connections are down nationwide after the Taliban cut fibre-optic connections to prevent "immorality".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/xSdeQqv

Nepal skittle Windies for 83 in historic series win

West Indies suffer a new low as they are bowled out for just 83 to lose their T20 series with minnows Nepal in the United Arab Emirates.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/bYJr2ns

Sunday, 28 September 2025

US captain involved as Rose wins hole after wayward shot

US captain Keegan Bradley appears unhappy as Justin Rose gets relief after hitting his approach into the grandstand on the 13th. Rose's brilliant recovery shot sets up a birdie to win the hole against Cam Young.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/KQqa4vp

'Everyone's daughters have driven us' - England celebrate World Cup glory

After beating Canada to lift the Women's World Cup in front of a record crowd, England celebrated at Battersea Power Station as they aim to inspire "future Red Roses".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/SZCADxn

Late Gabriel winner snatches victory for Arsenal at Newcastle

Gabriel scores a 96th-minute winner as Arsenal come from behind to beat Newcastle United in the Premier League at St James' Park.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/disM47n

Saturday, 27 September 2025

Amorim 'not concerned' about Man Utd future after loss to Brentford

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim sees a step forward followed by another one back with defeat at Brentford.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7y9PrZN

Furious McIlroy hits brilliant approach after swearing at fans

Rory McIlroy lets his frustration with the crowd show before hitting a brilliant approach shot on the 16th to help seal his foursomes match with partner Tommy Fleetwood on day two of the Ryder Cup.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/fHmEihk

Friday, 26 September 2025

Griffin and Rose trade monster putts

Ben Griffin and Justin Rose get the crowd fired up as they both hole huge birdie putts on the seventh green at Bethpage in the Friday afternoon foursomes.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ESYyjWK

Thursday, 25 September 2025

Is Andy Burnham Really Going To Challenge Keir Starmer?

Is Andy Burnham really going to start a leadership challenge against the Prime Minister?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/w5ZzAT4

Wednesday, 24 September 2025

'I'd be dead without Coleen' - Rooney

Former England captain Wayne Rooney says he could have died had his wife Coleen not been there to help him manage problems with alcohol.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/eqbIKH4

How doctors in the US are responding to Trump's autism announcement

Physicians worry pregnant women may forgo a treatment over an unproven link between Tylenol and autism.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/TaU2Cfr

Epping protester fined for not removing balaclava

Joshua Meadows also admits to possessing cannabis at a protest about asylum seekers at The Bell Hotel.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/4xUOaGj

Tuesday, 23 September 2025

Evacuated Gazan students arrive in the UK to begin studies

They are the first group who have been helped to escape the conflict so they can attend universities across the UK.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/X5yHIVB

'England gather their most hostile Ashes bowling attack since 1970'

England have got the hostile bowling attack of their dreams for this winter's Ashes series in Australia, writes Stephan Shemilt.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/rA5eJhG

Monday, 22 September 2025

Horner, the £52m pay-off, and what next for ex-Red Bull boss?

BBC Sport's Andrew Benson assesses Christian Horner's £52m severance deal with Red Bull and how it will reflect on the team and their former F1 supremo.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/jI8VrXK

MAGA’s 'righteous fury' at Charlie Kirk’s memorial

And Trump’s response to Erika Kirk forgiving her husband’s killer.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/XfRM1Ah

Sunday, 21 September 2025

Murdered Kenyan's friends want UK soldier to face justice

Friends of the stabbed 21-year-old Kenyan woman recount to the BBC events on the night she went missing.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/NYievQT

Martinelli snatches late draw for Arsenal against Man City

Watch Premier League highlights as substitute Gabriel Martinelli scores in stoppage time to earn Arsenal a draw against Man City at the Emirates.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/jacx5gE

Saturday, 20 September 2025

Johnson-Thompson shares heptathlon bronze in dramatic conclusion

Katarina Johnson-Thompson wins an emotional fourth global heptathlon medal in unprecedented circumstances as she shares world bronze in Tokyo.

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Notre-Dame's iconic towers reopen six years after fire

Notre-Dame's Medieval towers have been restored after a massive fire ravaged the cathedral in 2019.

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Kildunne comes to party to add swagger to semi-final win

Ellie Kildunne is the face of the women's Rugby World Cup. Against France, she finally delivered the A-list performance she is capable of.

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Friday, 19 September 2025

Sensational Canada shock New Zealand to make final

Canada inflict New Zealand's first defeat in 11 years at the Womens' Rugby World Cup as a sensational performance books their place in the Twickenham final.

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Suspect in 1982 attack on Jewish restaurant in Paris arrested in West Bank

Mahmoud Khader Abed Adra is suspected of leading an antisemitic terrorist attack in the centre of Paris in 1982.

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Thursday, 18 September 2025

Israeli air strikes hit southern Lebanon

Israel said it was targeting Hezbollah positions, while Lebanon's PM called for pressure on Israel to stop attacks.

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UK not out of woods on inflation, says Bank of England as interest rates held

The Bank of England governor warns "we're not out of the woods yet" in terms of rising inflation.

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Wednesday, 17 September 2025

AI can forecast your future health – just like the weather

An artificial intelligence model can predict the risk of more than 1,000 diseases, a team of scientists say.

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Nvidia boss says UK will be 'AI superpower' as tech firms invest billions

Microsoft, Google and Nvidia have announced investments as part of a £31bn UK-US "Tech Prosperity Deal".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/NKbstai

Tuesday, 16 September 2025

Israel Committing Genocide in Gaza Says UN Commission

Israel rejects UN Commission finding that it is committing genocide in Gaza.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/2DLsJFj

Pundits focused on £450m spend 'favour other clubs' - Slot

Liverpool manager Arne Slot criticises pundits who "favour other clubs" for their comments over the club's summer spending.

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Monday, 15 September 2025

Who will win Champions League? BBC Sport experts make predictions

BBC Sport experts predict their Champions League winners, which English team will get the furthest, a surprise package and which player excites them the most.

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'What a legend!' Duplantis clears 6.30m to break world record

Armand Duplantis breaks the men's pole vault world record for the 14th time, clearing 6.30m attempt after winning gold at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/4jfKkc3

Sunday, 14 September 2025

'Better than Treble year' - when could Haaland beat Shearer's record?

The sight of a rampant Erling Haaland with a beaming smile on his face will be of great comfort to both Manchester City and boss Pep Guardiola after a "complete performance" against Manchester United.

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The Women's Football Show

All the top highlights and analysis from week 2 of the 2025/26 Women's Super League.

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Salah scores dramatic late penalty to beat Burnley

Liverpool remain unbeaten as they win 1-0 against Burnley after Mohamed Salah's stoppage time penalty at Turf Moor.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ryW6eAi

Saturday, 13 September 2025

'Stick together' - but will Potter get more time at West Ham?

Two defeats, eight goals conceded and just the solitary goal scored on home soil makes miserable reading for Graham Potter that is only going to increase the pressure he is under at West Ham.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/YzIhcoe

Lyles 'in form of life' - but will it be enough to retain 100m crown?

American showman Noah Lyles claims he is in the form of his life - but will it be enough to retain his 100m title at the World Championships in Tokyo?

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Friday, 12 September 2025

'Breathtaking batting' - Salt hits record-breaking 141 for England

Phil Salt hits a record-breaking, unbeaten 141 from 60 balls, the highest individual T20 score by an England cricketer, to guide the home side to a huge 146-run win against South Africa in the second T20 at Old Trafford.

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Suspended London Pride boss ordered to hand back bank accounts

Christopher Joell-Deshields was suspended earlier this month after financial misconduct allegations.

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Ripped Crawford weighs same as champion Canelo

A shredded Terence Crawford - jumping up two divisions - weighed the same as champion Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez for Saturday's Las Vegas super-fight.

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Thursday, 11 September 2025

Peter Mandelson Sacked Over Epstein Messages

Keir Starmer sacks the US Ambassador a week before Trump’s state visit.

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Belarus frees political prisoners in exchange for easing of US sanctions

Fifty-two prisoners have been released,, but more than 1,000 political prisoners remain in jail.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Bw25DqQ

Wednesday, 10 September 2025

Weleda investigates claims cream was tested on Nazi camp prisoners

A new study alleges the skincare brand's product was used for human experiments by a Nazi doctor.

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Banksy mural scrubbed from Royal Courts of Justice

The artwork of a judge hitting a protester with a gavel has been removed from the listed building.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/dFGlt79

Tuesday, 9 September 2025

The Global Story: The deal that broke Ukraine's trust

An exploration of the 1994 Budapest Memorandum, intended to enshrine Ukraine's security.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/4zMCJiV

Monday, 8 September 2025

Coaching, hangovers, skiing - Thomas' retirement in his own words

After an emotional final race of his career, cycling great Geraint Thomas reflects on retirement and looks ahead to his new life.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/5HL9JUo

Sunday, 7 September 2025

McIlroy wins Irish Open in dramatic play-off

Rory McIlroy holds his nerve to win the Irish Open in a dramatic play-off and claim his first victory since completing the career Grand Slam at the Masters in April.

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Bethell and Archer star as England beat South Africa by record margin

Jacob Bethell's maiden century and Jofra Archer's 4-18 with the ball help England to a men's One Day International record win of 342 runs in the third match of the series against South Africa in Southampton.

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Saturday, 6 September 2025

Revenge & redemption - Sabalenka v Anisimova in final

How Aryna Sabalenka and Amanda Anisimova overcame adversity, setbacks and emotions to reach the US Open final.

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Friday, 5 September 2025

Angela Rayner: Resignationcast AND a Reshuffle!

Keir Starmer rearranges his top team after losing his deputy.

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Troubled beauty chain Bodycare to close 32 stores

About 450 jobs will also go after the value chain said it was making losses as costs continue to rise.

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Thursday, 4 September 2025

Bethell hits four boundaries in four balls

Jacob Bethell hits Keshav Maharaj for four boundaries off one over as he and Joe Root lead England's chase of 331 against South Africa in the second ODI at Lord's.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/QYrF7u1

Wednesday, 3 September 2025

M&S hackers claim to be behind Jaguar Land Rover cyber attack

The hack has caused severe disruption at manufacturing plants globally, with some staff told not to come into work.

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Topshop will return to High Street in 2026

The comeback in February 2026 will come five years after the chain closed its stores.

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Tuesday, 2 September 2025

Clegg accuses Vance of 'hypocrisy' over free speech criticism

Many senior right-wing US figures attack UK free speech laws while "intimidating and bullying" critics, Sir Nick says.

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A live-action Call of Duty film is on the way

The hugely popular video game series is being turned into a live-action film by film studio Paramount.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Braq3vm

Monday, 1 September 2025

Spurs sign Kolo Muani on season-long loan deal

Tottenham Hotspur sign Paris St-Germain striker Randal Kolo Muani on a season-long loan deal.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/0tKWFQH

Sunday, 31 August 2025

Arteta's cloak of caution ends in more Anfield misery for Arsenal

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta's conservative approach ends in more Anfield misery in defeat by Liverpool, writes chief football writer Phil McNulty.

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Norris to 'go for it' after Zandvoort title blow

Lando Norris says that his retirement from the Dutch Grand Prix was a blow in his attempt to win the world championship - but insists he will "go for it".

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'I'm not Messi' - Rodri's back but what is wrong at Man City?

Only one team in Premier League history have lost two of their first three matches and then gone on to win the title.

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Saturday, 30 August 2025

England score 14 tries in record World Cup win over Samoa

Jess Breach scores a hat-trick as England thrash Samoa 92-3 to register their record Women's Rugby World Cup win.

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Friday, 29 August 2025

Man Utd winger Antony set for Betis return

Antony is given permission to travel to Real Betis for a medical as he nears a return to the La Liga side.

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Ministers didn't do cost review of council mergers

The government relied on a report by a lobbyist group that now says reorganisation could make no savings.

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Thursday, 28 August 2025

Ariana Grande announces first tour for seven years

The tour will include five dates in London - the only shows currently announced outside North America.

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Wednesday, 27 August 2025

'Bradley avoids sporting masochism to make Europe's Ryder Cup harder'

US captain Keegan Bradley tells BBC Sport that not playing at the Ryder Cup "hurts" but he views his role as the "ultimate job".

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Russian drone attacks cause massive power cuts, Ukraine says

More than 100,000 homes are without power after the latest Russian strikes on energy sites, President Zelensky says.

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Tuesday, 26 August 2025

'A big smile for Jimmy!' - Anderson takes first Hundred wicket

Manchester Originals' James Anderson takes his first Hundred wicket by removing Northern Superchargers' Dawid Malan at Headingley.

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Monday, 25 August 2025

Everton sign Southampton's Dibling in £40m deal

Everton sign Tyler Dibling from Southampton in a deal worth an initial £35m plus £5m in add-ons.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/TZ3t8bD

Jacks takes spectacular leaping catch to remove Pope

Will Jacks takes a brilliant leaping one-handed to catch to remove Ollie Pope off the bowling of Sam Curran as London Spirit face Oval Invincibles in the men's Hundred at the Oval.

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Sunday, 24 August 2025

Raducanu earns first win at US Open since 2021 title

Watch mini highlights as British number one, Emma Raducanu beats Japanese qualifier Ena Shibahara 6-1 6-2 to get her first US Open win since 2021.

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Man Utd not good enough after scoring - Amorim

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorin says his side "could have done better" after taking the lead during a 1-1 draw with Fulham in the Premier League.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ctkWHaQ

Saturday, 23 August 2025

Draper reveals extent of arm injury before US Open

British number one Jack Draper says he feels "ready to go" at the US Open despite still feeling the effects of a painful arm injury.

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The ballerina who became Scotland's World Cup hero

Francesca McGhie "didn't really know how to play rugby" when she made her international debut two years ago. Now she's Scotland's superstar.

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Why Frank could be Spurs' best signing of the summer

Two games, two wins, two clean sheets. Tottenham's Thomas Frank is off to a fine start as manager.

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Friday, 22 August 2025

Fire crush Phoenix to stave off elimination

Welsh Fire cruise to a comprehensive eight-wicket win over Birmingham Phoenix to keep their fading hopes of reaching The Hundred knockout stages alive.

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Noel Clarke loses libel case against the Guardian over sexual misconduct allegations

The award-winning actor sued the newspaper's publisher for printing allegations of sexual misconduct.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/asDxitM

Thursday, 21 August 2025

Israel Begins Ground Offensive in Gaza City

Palestinians flee Gaza City districts as Israel says first stages of offensive have begun

from BBC News https://ift.tt/MOufTlN

'Reeking of desperation?' - who could Spurs turn to next?

BBC Sport looks at who Spurs might turn to in the transfer market after losing out on Eberechi Eze and finds out how the club's fans are feeling.

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Wednesday, 20 August 2025

Back-to-back wins for Hodgkinson since injury return

Keely Hodgkinson makes it back-to-back victories since returning from injury at the Lausanne Diamond League.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ok52Hbf

Tuesday, 19 August 2025

Women's Rugby World Cup final at Twickenham sells out with record crowd expected

The Women's Rugby World Cup final at Twickenham has sold out making it likely to be the biggest ever crowd for a one-off women's rugby match.

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'Even I was surprised!' - Root makes brilliant catch

Joe Root of Trent Rockets says he was "the most surprised person" in Trent Bridge after taking a catch "like a young whippersnapper" to dismiss Manchester Originals' Matty Hurst in the Men's Hundred.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/jX05I6r

Monday, 18 August 2025

BBC witnesses Israeli settlers' attack on Palestinian farm in West Bank

A BBC team was interviewing a Palestinian farmer when masked men charged towards them.

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'No-one was expecting this': European leaders rush to US to help Ukraine avoid 'capitulation'

The heads of state hope to stop Trump from threatening long-term European security, writes James Landale.

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Corbyn 'capitulated' on antisemitism definition, Zarah Sultana says

The vice president of the Board of Deputies of British Jews said Zarah Sultana's words were "a grave insult".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/AenL8MP

Sunday, 17 August 2025

Wood scores twice as Forest see off Brentford

Nottingham Forest start the new Premier League season with a 3-1 win over Brentford at the City Ground.

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VAR rules out Eze goal as Palace hold Chelsea

Club World Cup winners Chelsea are held to a goalless draw by Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge in their first game of the Premier League season.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/0a5Oswi

Saturday, 16 August 2025

Newcastle need striker but is there any way back for Isak after chant?

Newcastle United fans made themselves clear about Alexander Isak after their side's 0-0 draw against Aston Villa - is there any way back?

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'Oh my word!' - Cox reverse scoops Singh Dale for six

Watch as Jordan Cox reverse scoops Ajeet Singh Dale for a "ridiculous" six during the Oval Invincibles game agaisnt Welsh Fire.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7mSf0vK

Friday, 15 August 2025

Sutton's opening-weekend predictions v Tom Grennan and AI

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on singer Tom Grennan with his predictions for the opening round of Premier League fixtures.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/sFCi4yY

Salford call off Wakefield game over welfare concerns

Salford's Super League game against Wakefield on Sunday is called off because of welfare concerns after discussions with the Rugby Football League.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FHMSvNG

Thursday, 14 August 2025

Watch: How Trump's drive to his golf course shaped homeless crackdown

What the president sees on his journey out of Washington DC helps explain this week's push to clean up the capital.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ArBSR5Z

Salford executive quits after alleged misogynistic slur

Salford chief operating officer Claire Bradbury quits the troubled Super League outfit and alleges the club's ownership suggested she "sleep with someone at the RFL" to ease their situation.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/rApR4mx

Wednesday, 13 August 2025

Grimsby to face Man Utd in EFL Cup second round

Six-time winners Manchester United are drawn to play League Two side Grimsby Town in the EFL Cup second round.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/pGZVU9j

'High stakes game of poker' - Newcastle 'together' despite Isak saga

Alexander Isak remains determined to leave Newcastle United to join Liverpool but Eddie Howe hopes to "use any adversity or challenge to our benefit".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/DpHI9TC

Tuesday, 12 August 2025

'Glass half-full' & 'enthralled by details' - Spurs' new era under Frank

BBC senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel looks at how Tottenham are shaping up for the season under new manager Thomas Frank.

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Watch: Mic'd up Livingstone captains team in real time

Listen to Birmingham Phoenix captain Liam Livingstone discussing his field placements and conversations with his bowlers, as he is mic'd up in the field against the Oval Invincibles in the men's Hundred.

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Capsey stars in dominant Invincibles win over Phoenix

Oval Invincibles recorded their first victory in this year's women's Hundred after they beat Birmingham Phoenix by 22 runs thanks to Alice Capsey's 52.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/AlEjdkp

Monday, 11 August 2025

How do Newcastle resolve Isak saga & rescue 'nightmare' window?

MOTD pundit and Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer explains why his old club have had a pre-season to forget, and how Liverpool target Alexander Isak could stay at St James' Park.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/W5vIdh7

Sunday, 10 August 2025

Fans disrupting Jota silence had 'no bad intention' - Slot

Liverpool manager Arne Slot does not believe that Crystal Palace fans intended to disrupt the minute's silence held in remembrance of Diogo Jota and Andre Silva before the Community Shield.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/0N2cYkG

Liverpool 2.0 launched at Wembley - and Slot has bugs to fix

Arne Slot's new-look Liverpool got their grand unveiling in the Community Shield defeat by Crystal Palace at Wembley - and the reviews are in.

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'Sell up, you plonker' - how Sheff Wed fans united against owner

As Sheffield Wednesday fans sang outside Leicester City's King Power Stadium, a plane circled overhead with a pointed message for Owls owner Dejphon Chansiri.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WD1Ldsi

Netanyahu defends Gaza plans as Israel heavily criticised at UN Security Council

Israel's Prime Minister also claimed Israeli hostages held in Gaza were "the only ones being deliberately starved".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/T8HezYt

Saturday, 9 August 2025

England score 11 tries to overcome Wales

Isabel Rowe turns in a starring performance as England prove too strong for Wales in a women's rugby league international at The Gnoll in Neath.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/JKExFXZ

Sturgeon denies 'conspiracy to destroy' mentor Salmond

In a fresh extract from her memoir Sturgeon describes the breakdown of her relationship with her late mentor.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ov4MLTd

Watch: BBC reporter learns new tricks with Edinburgh Fringe acts

The BBC's Courtney Bembridge gets a taste of juggling, circus skills and improvised singing with Festival Fringe performers.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/3bikPgl

Friday, 8 August 2025

Kartal out as Britons struggle in Cincinnati

Britain's Sonay Kartal suffers a first-round defeat to Caroline Garcia at the Cincinnati Open.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/MBI30Qg

Thursday, 7 August 2025

Ashes preview? - England's Potts bowls Australia's Smith

Northern Superchargers' Matthew Potts bowls Steve Smith for 29 runs as Welsh Fire fall to 62-1 with 35 balls remaining in the Men's Hundred at Headingley.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/RuyUVb2

Wednesday, 6 August 2025

Rugby takes note as NFL bans 'smelling salts' over concussion worry

Rugby's authorities have no immediate plans to follow American football's NFL in banning 'smelling salts' over concerns they may mask concussion symptoms.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/plyLJqi

Son leaves Tottenham to join MLS side LAFC

Tottenham Hotspur confirm that Son Heung-min has joined Major League Soccer (MLS) side Los Angeles FC on a permanent transfer.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/3c1hxek

Tuesday, 5 August 2025

Harris stars as Spirit beat Invincibles in Hundred opener

Grace Harris' brilliant 89 from 42 balls, including six sixes, helps London Spirit begin their title defence with a 17-run win over Oval Invincibles in The Women's Hundred.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/M7VR3jJ

Man Utd, Newcastle... or neither? Sesko's choices

The pros and cons of striker Benjamin Sesko joining Manchester United or Newcastle - or choosing to stay at RB Leipzig.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZWOFsHw

Monday, 4 August 2025

'Totally torn apart' - how Morecambe decline threatens a whole community

The BBC visits Morecambe to hear how local people are handling their club's deepening financial crisis

from BBC News https://ift.tt/neYT5mO

US governor threatens Democrats with bribery charges for stalling Texas vote

The governor's threat comes as Democratic legislators flee Texas to stall a vote on a redistricting plan that would favour Republicans.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qv0oVTl

Hundreds of Israeli ex-officials appeal to Trump to help end Gaza war

It comes amid reports that PM Netanyahu is pushing to expand Israel's military operations in Gaza.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/5b1zwjM

Sunday, 3 August 2025

Lions star Aki's baby born in car before first Test

British and Irish Lions centre Bundee Aki reveals his wife Kayla gave birth in a car on the way to the hospital just before the first Test.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7OKeo6Z

Saturday, 2 August 2025

Late Crawley wicket gives India the edge in enthralling fifth Test

Josh Tongue takes five wickets as India are bowled out for 396 in their second innings, setting England 374 to win, with the home side losing Zak Crawley with the final ball on day three as they closed on 50-1 at The Oval, needing 324 runs to win the fifth and final Test.

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Friday, 1 August 2025

England hurt by late drops in decisive final Test

England drop crucial catches late on the second day of the decisive final Test to leave India with the momentum at The Oval.

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Drop, drop, drop - England's poor fielding allows India to build lead

England's Harry Brook, Liam Dawson and Zak Crawley all drop chances in the evening session of day two, allowing India to build a lead of 72 in their second innings of the final Test at The Oval.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/NoGb1gF

Thursday, 31 July 2025

Woad five behind as Japanese duo lead Women's Open

Lottie Woad shoots a level-par first round to lie five shots off the AIG Women's Open lead jointly held by Eri Okayama and Rio Takeda.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/1uIDYVR

Cricket: Today at the Test

Day 1 highlights from the fifth Test match between England and India.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/oSWzZvs

Wednesday, 30 July 2025

World Athletics introduces gene test for female category

Athletes who want to compete in the female category for world ranking competitions will have to take a one-time gene test, says World Athletics.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/1CqLXo5

Man Utd's number one target - is this finally the summer of Sesko?

He's Manchester United's number one target - but can they finally make this the summer of Benjamin Sesko?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/PcCVOHR

Marchand breaks Lochte's 200m medley world record

Watch as France's Leon Marchand breaks 200m medley world record in one minute 52.69 seconds to beat the previous best of 1:54.00 set by Ryan Lochte.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/PZ0Kw2D

Will Trump stand firm on his tariff deadlines?

The US president says Friday is the cut off

from BBC News https://ift.tt/JrLXdHO

Tuesday, 29 July 2025

England celebrate Euro 2025 triumph on open-top bus

England celebrate their Euro 2025 triumph with an open-top bus procession along The Mall in London.

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Monday, 28 July 2025

The 1975 star warns of threat to small gig venues

The frontman lends his support to a new music festival bringing the UK's smallest music venues together.

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Lionesses welcomed home by jubilant fans after Euro 2025 win

The England women's football team are greeted by cheering crowds as they fly home after their victory over Spain.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/r4ansip

Sunday, 27 July 2025

Firefighters tackling huge blaze at factory involving 20 tonnes of tyres

Four factories burn and homes are evacuated as 70 firefighters tackle the flames in Great Bridge.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/DWMSCNx

Saturday, 26 July 2025

Gill & Rahul frustrate England after Stokes century

England still have work to do in order to win the fourth Test after some stoic India resistance on the fourth day at Old Trafford.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/jukMqlQ

Scientists bust 10,000 steps advice - do we need to stick to other daily health targets?

As a study casts doubt on the daily steps maxim, we take a look at some other health benchmarks we’re often told to strive for.

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EE says latest outage fixed after 'technical fault'

The mobile phone service provider says it carried out work overnight after customers reported problems.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/OWtu4hN

Friday, 25 July 2025

Asylum seekers refusing to leave hotels risk homelessness

The Home Office says new guidance will establish "clear consequences for those who game the system".

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Catchin' Sachin - Joe's route to 15,921

The race is on for Joe Root to catch Sachin Tendulkar as Test cricket's most prolific batter, writes Stephan Shemilt.

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Thursday, 24 July 2025

Ex-Man Utd striker Hernandez apologises for sexism

Mexico striker Javier Hernandez says he regrets making sexist comments which saw him fined and warned about his conduct.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/HU1huL3

Wednesday, 23 July 2025

Choosing Barcelona was easy - Rashford

Marcus Rashford says his choice to join Barcelona was "easy", after completing a season-long loan move from Manchester United.

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Tuesday, 22 July 2025

Food bills on course to rise by £275 a year as prices jump

Households are trading down or making simpler meals to save money on groceries, research shows.

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Monday, 21 July 2025

Taking the knee 'not good enough' - Wiegman

England manager Sarina Wiegman says her players decided to stop taking the knee before matches because the impact of the anti-racism gesture is "not good enough".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7cBPECh

McCullum said England were 'too nice' - Brook

Head coach Brendon McCullum told England they were “too nice” before the tetchy third Test against India, according to batter Harry Brook.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/X5BOs4c

Sunday, 20 July 2025

More abuse as women's football grows - Bronze

England defender Lucy Bronze says players are getting more abuse the bigger women's football becomes.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qsxbStG

Saturday, 19 July 2025

World number one Scheffler moves four clear at Open

Scottie Scheffler continues his imperious march towards a first Open Championship title in a third round which contained all the ingredients to set up a classic.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/0ci5zay

Unwanted at Man Utd but wanted by Barca - why would they sign Rashford?

With Marcus Rashford set to leave Old Trafford, BBC Sport explains how he ended up on the brink of a remarkable move to Barcelona.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/q5HdcuC

Friday, 18 July 2025

Westwood & DeChambeau star in shots of the day

Lee Westwood and Bryson DeChambeau star in the best shots of day two from The Open.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/fdrSxpG

Amber warning as thunderstorms set to bring flash floods

Saturday could see 20-40mm of rainfall within an hour over London and south-east England.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/MImhof7

Thursday, 17 July 2025

Meta investors settle $8bn lawsuit with Zuckerberg over Facebook privacy

Shareholders accused Meta leaders of damaging the company by allowing repeat violations of Facebook users' privacy.

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Starmer says he had to 'deal with' rebel Labour MPs

The PM argues MPs "elected on a Labour manifesto" should back the government's plans.

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Wednesday, 16 July 2025

'She has no fear' - Gaupset almost scores goal of the Euros

Watch Norway's Signe Gaupset confidently strike from near the halfway line, narrowly missing Italy keeper Laura Giuliani's goal.

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Sloppy England beaten by India in first ODI

Deepti Sharma's unbeaten 62 guides India to a four-wicket win in the opening one-day international in Southampton.

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MoD offered to speed up resettlement case of Afghan who posted data breach names on Facebook

The BBC understands the individual, an Afghan national, is now living in the UK.

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Tuesday, 15 July 2025

James and Cascarino in best goals of Euro 2025 group stage

Jule Brand, Lauren James, Claudia Pina and Delphine Cascarino are all among the scorers of some of the best goals of the group stage at Uefa Women's Euro 2025.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/NLzjilT

'Gather the legends' - the numbers behind Windies' 27 all out as fallout begins

BBC Sport looks at the numbers behind West Indies' second-lowest Test score of 27.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ckiODja

Monday, 14 July 2025

'Jofra's back?' - analysing Archer's Test return

Jofra Archer says it was "long" road back to Test cricket, but his performance is hugely encouraging for his and England's future, writes Matthew Henry.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/yu052GR

Stokes draws on 'dark places' in Lord's heroics

England captain Ben Stokes says he never thought about stopping during his mammoth bowling spells that helped seal the third Test win over India at Lord's.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZVGcOBj

Sunday, 13 July 2025

Arsenal close to finalising Gyokeres deal

Arsenal are close to finalising a deal with Sporting to sign Sweden forward Viktor Gyokeres.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZpLRoUh

Moment: Sinner beats Alcaraz to win first Wimbledon title

Watch the moment Jannik Sinner seals a brilliant comeback win over Carlos Alcaraz to become the first Italian to win a Wimbledon singles title, after the world number one beat the Spanish second seed 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/uNCM1zA

Saturday, 12 July 2025

McIlroy 'close to Masters level' in taking Scottish Open lead

Rory McIlroy is in prime position for another Scottish Open title after surging to a share of the lead with an imposing third-round 66.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qOtBki9

Lancaster sends emergency alert after engine issue

Black smoke was seen coming from one of the engines of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight plane.

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Friday, 11 July 2025

Newcastle confirm £55m signing of Forest winger Elanga

Newcastle complete the £55m signing of winger Anthony Elanga from Nottingham Forest.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/pCjLehB

Thursday, 10 July 2025

Root on 99 with third Test finely balanced after day one

Joe Root finishes on 99 not out at stumps as England close on 251-4 against India after day one of the third Test at Lord's.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/iXse0ar

Wednesday, 9 July 2025

Djokovic to face Sinner in tantalising semi-final

Novak Djokovic sets up a mouth-watering semi-final against Italian top seed Jannik Sinner after coming through a tricky encounter against Flavio Cobolli.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/1mIXoAj

Wimbledon

Qasa Alom looks back at the day’s play at Wimbledon, with highlights from the big matches.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/T3FuwMP

Tuesday, 8 July 2025

Germany take lead after bizarre incident in build-up

Germany's Lea Schuller takes advantage and puts Germany ahead after Denmark's Emma Farge smashes the ball into the face of her own team-mate Emma Snerle in the Group C match.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/TjtUlmD

Monday, 7 July 2025

US justice department finds no Epstein 'client list'

An official memo also says that the disgraced financier did take his own life - contradicting conspiracy theories.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/stdkhef

Sunday, 6 July 2025

Pulse dethrone 'devastated' Lightning to win first Netball Super League title

London Pulse secure their first Netball Super League title and denied Loughborough Lightning an unprecedented three-peat with a thrilling win at the O2.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/U0wdy15

Van der Poel pips Pogacar in Tour stage two sprint finish

Mathieu van der Poel edges out Tadej Pogacar in a sprint finish to win stage two of the Tour de France and claim the leader's yellow jersey.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/uF5dwxT

Saturday, 5 July 2025

Djokovic 'blessed' to record 100th Wimbledon win

Seven-time champion Novak Djokovic seals his 100th victory at Wimbledon in devastating fashion with a third-round win over compatriot Miomir Kecmanovic.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7lsdPEg

'Six-car fight for win' in prospect at Silverstone

McLaren's Lando Norris predicts that Sunday's British Grand Prix could be a "great race" with six cars in with a chance of victory.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/VtmoHjF

Friday, 4 July 2025

Crowds mourn Liverpool star Jota in his Portuguese hometown

The forward and his brother both died in a car crash in Spain on Thursday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/H7iSnsw

Thursday, 3 July 2025

'It doesn't make sense' - Ronaldo & Liverpool lead tributes to Jota

Liverpool say they are "devastated" by the "unimaginable loss" of their Portuguese forward Diogo Jota, who has died in a car crash.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/4bfiVje

Wednesday, 2 July 2025

Raducanu beats 2023 champion Vondrousova to set up Sabalenka tie

British number one Emma Raducanu sweeps aside 2023 champion Marketa Vondrousova to reach the Wimbledon third round.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/P4O6Mh2

Talking points as Lions Test team begins to take shape

The talking points after the British and Irish Lions' 52-12 victory over Queensland Reds, as Tom English attempts to pick his Test squad.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/kBOM3Rp

Tuesday, 1 July 2025

Draper through Wimbledon opener as opponent retires

British number one Jack Draper starts his Wimbledon bid with a comfortable victory over clay-court specialist Sebastian Baez.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/wSsYofm

Monday, 30 June 2025

Israeli military investigates 'reports of harm to civilians' after hundreds killed near Gaza aid sites

The IDF said instructions had been issued to forces after "lessons learned".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/RaLcAxr

How safe is the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, really?

Long before the Air India tragedy, the cause of which is still to be determined, people who had worked on the 787 had raised concerns about the production standards

from BBC News https://ift.tt/zsmlvhk

Sunday, 29 June 2025

Have we watched Messi's final game on global stage?

Lionel Messi signs off from potentially his final game on the global stage with a heavy defeat - but he still shows some magic touches.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/bAqwDg0

Trump says he has 'a group of very wealthy people' to buy TikTok

Trump says he thinks China's president will probably approve a sale to the unidentified group.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/cNRAg3E

Saturday, 28 June 2025

Djokovic has some fun as he joins Sabalenka media conference

Novak Djokovic crashes Aryna Sabalenka's media conference with an assessment of his training partner before Wimbledon.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/80gJLAs

At least 81 people killed in Israeli strikes in Gaza, Hamas-run health ministry says

Hospital staff and witnesses said at least 11 people were killed after a strike near tents housing displaced people on Friday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/uPMYRtE

Kneecap hit back at Starmer in highly-charged Glastonbury set

The Irish-language rap trio play to a packed crowd, despite calls for their performance to be banned.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/MYatFlf

Friday, 27 June 2025

Andrews' journey from set-piece expert to Brentford boss

Keith Andrews applied to be manager of League Two MK Dons in April - two months later he has been appointed boss of Premier League Brentford.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/SBgVO4W

Thursday, 26 June 2025

Norris says he needs to make fewer mistakes

Lando Norris says he needs to stop making as many mistakes to ensure he has the best chance of winning the F1 drivers' title.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/X6CFyVk

Wednesday, 25 June 2025

Diplomacy, Defence and... Daddy?

Trump claims “big win” as Nato defence spending set to increase to 5% of GDP.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/3FuQRTn

Tuesday, 24 June 2025

England chase 371 to seal brilliant win against India in first Test

Ben Duckett hits 149 and Zak Crawley and Joe Root both make half-centuries as England produce a brilliant run chase on the final day to win the first Test against India at Headingley.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/oh0ql2z

Monday, 23 June 2025

Man Utd make improved £60m bid for striker Mbeumo

Manchester United submit an improved bid of more than £60m for Brentford striker Bryan Mbeumo.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qBZpcuS

How did Archer fare on his red-ball return?

Fast bowler Jofra Archer shows encouraging signs while making his first first-class appearance for four years for Sussex against Durham.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/PhfVKrX

Sunday, 22 June 2025

'We're not Rottweilers': Behind the scenes at a GP 8am scramble

The BBC goes behind the scenes at a GP surgery dealing with the high demand for appointments.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/uBQGb8n

Suicide bombing at Damascus church kills 20, Syrian authorities say

The interior ministry said a man affiliated with IS entered a church and opened fire before blowing himself up.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/08xtBHa

Cricket: Today at the Test

Day three highlights from the first Test match between England and India.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/6yLolCa

Saturday, 21 June 2025

England v India - highlights of day two of first Test

Day two highlights from the first Test match between England and India.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/DASNJ7r

Friday, 20 June 2025

Gill & Jaiswal tons punish England toss decision

India captain Shubman Gill and opener Yashasvi Jaiswal hit sublime centuries as England toil on day one of the first Test at Headingley.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/IXAqDj5

Jaiswal & Gill star as India dominate England on day one

Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill both hit centuries on the opening day of the first Test to give India early control against England.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/fJm1tED

Thursday, 19 June 2025

Blake Lively and Taylor Swift messages can be included in legal case, judge rules

Lively's team had claimed they were irrelevant to the ongoing legal case but the judge disagreed.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/E4l5nTo

Doctor's warning over Turkish weight loss surgery

Hayley Butler, 40, died after falling ill following a procedure in Turkey, an inquest hears.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/w0JPYAo

Wednesday, 18 June 2025

'New season, fresh me' - Foden shines after 'rough' ride

Manchester City stepped into a new era in their Club World Cup opener - but it was their old boy Phil Foden who stole the show.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/HTq3KhB

Gambling and social media abuse of women in sport - what is going on?

BBC Sport looks at what is going on with the relationship between gambling, tennis, women in sport and online abuse.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/k3EGZYz

Chelsea's Mudryk faces FA ban after doping charge

Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk is facing up to a four-year ban after being charged by the Football Association with doping offences.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/q4QVoTf

Is Donald Trump about to put the US at war with Iran?

The US president says his patience is “wearing thin” with Iran

from BBC News https://ift.tt/c3yUYF0

Tuesday, 17 June 2025

Tennis players call for ID verification after Boulter abuse

Tennis players call for the introduction of identity verification on social media after British number two Katie Boulter shared her experiences of online abuse.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/eLJGfcR

Sacking Postecoglou was emotionally difficult - Levy

Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy says sacking manager Ange Postecoglou after he led the club to victory in the Europa League was "emotionally" difficult.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/QZLXcGa

Monday, 16 June 2025

'Don't let beautiful Tehran become Gaza': Iranians tell of shock and confusion

Iranians say they are caught between their country's regime and Israeli destruction as the conflict intensifies.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Y2ClZW

The Grooming Gangs Report

“Collective failure” to address questions about grooming gang’s ethnicity says report.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vsv8zTn

Grooming report pulls no punches - but will it lead to meaningful change?

For survivors of sexual abuse, practical on the ground change will be vital, writes social affairs editor Alison Holt.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/F0gLmN3

Sunday, 15 June 2025

Footage shows burning cars after missile strike in Israel

Footage from Reuters news agency shows burning cars after a missile strike in the Israeli city of Haifa.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/75xiXtU

Norris & Piastri collide as Russell wins in Canada

Lando Norris crashes out of the Canadian Grand Prix in a collision with McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri, as George Russell wins.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WQLDcyH

Duplantis breaks men's pole vault world record for 12th time

Watch as Sweden's Armand Duplantis sets a new world record of 6.28m in the men's pole vault at the Diamond League in front of his home crowd in Stockholm.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/kcvZ3Tg

Saturday, 14 June 2025

England knocked out of World Cup of Darts by Germany

England's Luke Humphries and Luke Littler are out of the World Cup of Darts after a shock defeat by hosts Germany in the last 16.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/vEO5zbI

Museum's plea after couple break crystal-covered chair

An Italian museum says the special chair has since been restored, but the culprits haven't been found.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/TSht5Ak

Leinster dominate Bulls in URC final for ninth title

Leinster win the United Rugby Championship for the first time since 2021 as they produced a dominant display to beat Bulls 32-7 at Croke Park.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/b3vYpVB

Friday, 13 June 2025

Markram helps South Africa close in on Test Championship victory

Aiden Markram and Temba Bavuma propel South Africa to within touching distance of victory in the ICC World Test Championship on day three of the final against Australia.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/aWFDgw9

Thursday, 12 June 2025

McIlroy falters as Spaun sets pace at bruising US Open

Rory McIlroy is among many to find Oakmont Country Club a bruising challenge as JJ Spaun sets the early pace on day one at the US Open.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/H2uvaBo

A gamble for Frank - but Dane has earned Spurs chance

Thomas Frank's move to Spurs is a risk for the charismatic Dane - but he has earned the big opportunity, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/L8IFBvz

Frank replaces Postecoglou as Tottenham manager

Tottenham appoint Brentford head coach Thomas Frank as their manager, replacing Ange Postecoglou.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/rPfN2Bg

Wednesday, 11 June 2025

How a peaceful protest descended into hate-filled violence

Why did a peaceful protest in a County Antrim town end up in two nights of attacks on police?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/nXGb2uJ

'For the sake of truth': A Weinstein victim's decision to take the stand again

Miriam Haley says she risked her own privacy for the sake of other female victims of sexual abuse.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/HUKCaDJ

Did Donald Trump deliberately provoke the LA protests?

Will protests spread to more American cities?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZN9lWBG

Boy whose father and nine siblings were killed in Israeli strike goes to Italy for treatment

Adam al-Najjar is evacuated to Milan, where surgeons can work to save his arm which was severely damaged in the attack.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/mtj4qSY

Tuesday, 10 June 2025

'Terrifically entertaining' - superb Smith knock puts England in charge

Jamie Smith scores 60 runs off 26 balls, including five sixes, to put England in a commanding position in the third T20 against West Indies in Southampton.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/PiDwadG

Monday, 9 June 2025

R360 rebel circuit is flawed - Premiership boss

The breakaway R360 event, which aims to sign top stars, does not have a clear route to reality say Premiership Rugby bosses.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/tCsvPeD

'It will make a lot of difference': Reactions to winter fuel payment U-turn

Pensioners react to the government's decision to change the eligibility rules for winter fuel payments.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ONtky2P

Bafta-winning stars announced for Harry Potter TV show

Katherine Parkinson will play Molly Weasley, with eight more actors announced.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/KEjc2X0

Sunday, 8 June 2025

Jobe Bellingham following brother's path but wants 'own identity'

Just as brother Jude did before him, Jobe Bellingham is set to move from the Championship to Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ukGd1Cz

Saturday, 7 June 2025

Dawn French says sorry for posting 'one-sided' Gaza video

The video sparked a backlash with critics accusing her of appearing to "mock" the 7 October 2023 attack.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/nSMEVso

Six games, six wins - but what have England learned?

England have started the summer by thrashing a depleted West Indies side - but what does it mean for the team's post-Ashes rebuild and World Cup hopes?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zuw1tmE

Friday, 6 June 2025

The cracks the Europa League lustre could not hide

An in-depth look at why Tottenham sacked Ange Postecoglou 16 days after their Europa League success.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/6cBOs0L

Defending champion Alcaraz into French Open final after Musetti quits

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz moves into the French Open final after Italian opponent Lorenzo Musetti retires injured in their semi-final.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/DEZgK2y

Elon Musk says Donald Trump is "in the Epstein files”

The big public bust up between the tech billionaire and US president

from BBC News https://ift.tt/vfJ1CqH

Thursday, 5 June 2025

Free school meals to be extended to 500,000 more children

Charities have welcomed plans to extend free school meals to all children in England whose parents receive Universal Credit.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WeYA2fV

Eight injured on Ryanair flight hit by 'severe turbulence', police say

The flight's captain called ahead for medical assistance and the plane "landed normally" in southern Germany.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/gAdiIRJ

Wednesday, 4 June 2025

Madeleine McCann search goes on but is it 18 years too late?

Searches have resumed in Portugal nearly two decades after the three-year-old went missing.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/hKUBn2G

Rangers on verge of Martin appointment - what can fans expect?

Rangers are close to finalising a deal with Russell Martin to become the club's next manager.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/XxtsgHB

Tuesday, 3 June 2025

England thrash Windies to seal 3-0 series win

England romp to a 3-0 series clean sweep over West Indies with a seven-wicket victory in the third one-day international at The Oval.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZW2RMlS

Intruder arrested in Windsor Castle grounds

A man in his 30s is arrested on suspicion of trespass on a protected site in Windsor, police say.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/alrdN20

Monday, 2 June 2025

Major study shows exercise improves colon cancer survival rates

Risk of dying was cut by a third after colon cancer patients dialled up exercise levels.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/CvTtkSV

Sunday, 1 June 2025

'Like I was playing Sinner' - Swiatek battles to beat Rybakina

Defending champion Iga Swiatek battles back from a disastrous start to beat Elena Rybakina 1-6 6-3 7-5 and reach the French Open quarter-finals, where she will play Elina Svitolina who upset fourth seed Jasmine Paolini.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/gyK9EaX

'I fought myself in the mind' - Alcaraz beats Shelton to reach quarters

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is through to the French Open quarter-finals after a four-set win over American Ben Shelton.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/NgSalnO

Saturday, 31 May 2025

Hamilton says new front wing rule 'waste of money'

Lewis Hamilton says the introduction of a new rule clamping down on front wing flexibility at the Spanish Grand Prix was "a waste of money".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/XfWEx6g

Norrie beats Fearnley after firework disruption

Cameron Norrie maintains focus to beat British rival Jacob Fearnley in a French Open match disrupted by loud fireworks outside Paris St-Germain's stadium.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/yrW7lqe

Friday, 30 May 2025

Embarrassing defeat and bizarre parade - inside Man Utd's troubled trip

The BBC's Simon Stone covered Man United's post-season tour of Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong and the trip did not go to plan.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/UwVkoyP

Thursday, 29 May 2025

Father-of-three charged over Liverpool parade crash

Seventy-nine people were hurt when a car hit fans attending Liverpool's Premier League victory parade.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/87iF5kh

Wednesday, 28 May 2025

Mars phases out controversial colour additive in Skittles in US

Confectionery giant Mars said it had stopped using titanium dioxide in its Skittles portfolio in the US.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/vON927m

Are (even more of) Israel’s allies turning against them?

EU says Israeli strikes in Gaza 'go beyond what is necessary' to fight Hamas

from BBC News https://ift.tt/gDAqX8n

Fans arrested after clashes before Conference League final

Riot police in the Polish city of Wroclaw use a water cannon to stop trouble between Chelsea and Real Betis fans before the Uefa Conference League final.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ynab70Z

Tuesday, 27 May 2025

Yamal signs new six-year Barcelona contract

Lamine Yamal signs a new six-year Barcelona contract following a breakout season in which he helped the Catalan club win a domestic treble.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/dBcx70y

Wolves to reject Man Utd's five-year pay plan for Cunha

Wolves are set to reject Manchester United's proposal to pay Matheus Cunha's £62.5m release clause over five years.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/erBNvwE

Monday, 26 May 2025

'Simply sublime' - Arsenal youngster Dowman scores brilliant goal

Arsenal youngster Max Dowman scores a sensational individual goal to open the scoring for England against Czechia in the UEFA European Under-17 Championship.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/l4jtDFg

'Poor' decision by PGMOL to pick Bramall for Villa game - Hackett

The referees' body made a "poor management decision" in appointing Thomas Bramall to officiate Aston Villa's defeat by Manchester united, says former referees' boss Keith Hackett.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/lM8YwBO

In pictures: King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed in Ottawa

The King and Queen are in Canada for a historic visit meant to underscore Canada's sovereignty.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/l263WBf

Sunday, 25 May 2025

Police officer critically hurt in crash is named

PC Christopher Miller, 38, is being treated for serious injuries after the incident.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/bheluHf

Van Dijk lifts Premier League trophy at rapturous Anfield

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk lifts the Premier League title aloft at Anfield - the first league title trophy lift in front of a crowd at Anfield in 35 years after their 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/BkDpWuC

Saturday, 24 May 2025

Shinnie 'could retire today and be a happy man' after Scottish Cup win

Graeme Shinnie says he "could retire today and be a happy man" after achieving his dream of captaining Aberdeen to a historic Scottish Cup triumph.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/k36tN4W

Monaco pole 'a big thing' for Norris but there's jeopardy

Lando Norris says his pole position at the Monaco Grand Prix is a "step in the right direction" and "quite a big thing" after being unhappy with his form since the start of this season.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/CzmwsOM

Friday, 23 May 2025

British woman held in Sri Lanka on drug offences

Charlotte May Lee, 21, from south London, denies knowing drugs were in her suitcase.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/SAfcCJY

Judge temporarily blocks Trump plan to stop Harvard enrolling foreign students

It comes a day after the administration said it had revoked Harvard's access to student visa programmes.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/G0zH7mP

Thursday, 22 May 2025

Is it time for injury replacements in Test cricket?

As Zimbabwe toil against England a bowler light because of injury, BBC Sport asks whether the rules around substitutes in cricket should be changed.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/arFXe1B

Pope, Crawley & Duckett hit centuries as England dominate Zimbabwe

Centuries from Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope and Ben Duckett highlight a dominant batting display as England wrap up day one on 498-3 in the first innings of their single Test match against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/I83hYEQ

Wednesday, 21 May 2025

National parking platform seeks to end 'hassle' of multiple parking apps

The frustration of having to download multiple apps to pay for parking may go if a new platform is widely adopted.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/xjgR1Hv

'Oh goodness me!' - Grimmond run out in bizarre fashion

West Indies' Realeanna Grimmond is run out in bizarre fashion to leave West Indies on 47-3 in their first T20 against England at Canterbury.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/k9factB

Tuesday, 20 May 2025

Her bravery shone through, says family of firefighter who died in business park blaze

Firefighters Jennie Logan and Martyn Sadler, along with father Dave Chester, died in the fire.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/PypKDRH

French paedophile surgeon says he is 'responsible' for deaths of two victims

Joel Le Scouarnec, who has been on trial since February, has admitted to sexually abusing hundreds of patients.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FfOCDdm

Monday, 19 May 2025

Spanish PM calls for Israel ban at Eurovision

Pedro Sánchez warns against "double standards" after Russia was banned from the song contest in 2022.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/KP21xo4

Sunday, 18 May 2025

Can anyone stop 'unrivalled' Chelsea after treble?

After wrapping up a domestic treble with their Women's FA Cup win over Manchester United, can anyone stop Chelsea?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/HK9gO2j

'More to come' from Ferrari, says Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton says there are "lots of positives to take" from the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix after he finished fourth from 12th on the grid.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/QA09gxb

Saturday, 17 May 2025

Norris 'just not good enough' in qualifying

McLaren's Lando Norris says "I always go slower" when other people improve as his qualifying struggles continue at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/uIDnzS1

Ferrari 'P-nowhere' with Hamilton 'devastated'

Lewis Hamilton is "gutted" by Ferrari's performance at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix while team-mate Charles Leclerc says it "hurts".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/s8yx1ki

Palace shock Man City to win first major trophy in their history

A first half goal from Eberechi Eze is enough for Crystal Palace to secure a 1-0 win over Manchester City and win the first ever major trophy in the club's history in the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qgXZrYe

Friday, 16 May 2025

Caudery wins pole vault at Diamond League in Doha

Britain's Molly Caudery begins her 2025 outdoor season with victory in the pole vault at a Diamond League meeting in Doha.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qNByXnp

Rock band Sleep Token score first UK number one with new album

The mysterious rock group reach the top spot with their latest, even in Arcadia.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/OeDSZzB

Frank Skinner gets married after four rejections from his now-wife

The comedian announced on his podcast that he had married Cath Mason after 24 years together.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/YMfALm3

Thursday, 15 May 2025

McIlroy struggles as Ryder Cup captains impress at US PGA

American Ryan Gerard leads the US PGA Championship from Europe's Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald while Rory McIlroy endures a tough start on day one at Quail Hollow.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/IYMENLR

Wednesday, 14 May 2025

Israeli strikes in northern Gaza kill at least 50, hospital says

The hospital says 22 children and 15 women are among the dead after several homes in the Jabalia area were hit overnight.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/CaPQ3rJ

Tuesday, 13 May 2025

Arrest over suspected arson on properties linked to Keir Starmer

Police arrest a 21-year-old man on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after fires at two properties in London and a car blaze.

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Pig farm operations suspended over abuse claims

Cranswick says it has suspended "the team" at one of its Lincolnshire sites while it investigates.

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Monday, 12 May 2025

(Another) Plan to Fix "Broken" Migration System

PM says UK risks “becoming an island of strangers".

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Blackmore - the humble pioneer who transformed racing

As trailblazing jockey Rachael Blackmore retires from the saddle, we look at her impact and success in jump racing.

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Sunday, 11 May 2025

'We are all frustrated' - Marinakis defends 'scandalous' confrontation

Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo plays down owner Evangelos Marinakis' post-match intervention following the 2-2 draw against Leicester.

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Saturday, 10 May 2025

Champions League race hots up as Man City slip & Villa win

Manchester City have dropped points in the race for the Champions League - so who needs what?

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Welbeck ends 17-year wait to hit double figures

At the age of 34, Danny Welbeck hits double figures for Premier League goals in a single season for the first time in 17 years in Saturday's 2-0 win at Wolves.

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Friday, 9 May 2025

Southport attack officers nominated for awards

Merseyside Police says three officers who were first to the Southport attacks showed great courage.

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Mercenary and coup plotter Simon Mann dies

He was arrested in 2004 after being part of a failed coup to overthrow Equatorial Guinea's ruler.

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Watch: Trump misspeaks and calls toy firm Mattel a country

The US president says tariffs are "the most misunderstood thing" in business and threatens more action.

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Thursday, 8 May 2025

PSL considering postponing rest of season

The Pakistan Super League is considering postponing the remainder of its season amid the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan.

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Charity linked to Prince Harry admits human rights abuses in Congo park

African Parks acknowledged its rangers committed human rights abuses in Congo-Brazzaville.

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Pay day banking outages hit 1.2m people, banks reveal

In a letters to MPs, four major banks have set out the extent of the disruption caused in February's outage.

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Wednesday, 7 May 2025

Man whose remains found in suitcase raped teenager, court hears

Albert Alfonso, whose dismembered body was found in Bristol, sexually assaulted and blackmailed a teenager years earlier, a court hears.

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Tuesday, 6 May 2025

Play Champions League Squares during Inter Milan v Barcelona

Welcome to Uefa Champions League Squares - the new BBC Sport game which you can play alongside the live match action.

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Arsenal need 'big balls and magic moments' - Rice

Declan Rice says Arsenal need "big balls" and "magic moments" if they are to overturn their semi-final deficit against Paris St-Germain and reach the Champions League final.

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Monday, 5 May 2025

Murder arrest after man's death on cruise ship

An altercation on a cruise ship led to the death of a 60-year-old man, police say.

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'We need to take a look at ourselves' - Arsenal stalling at wrong time

Arsenal face a period of self-reflection as back-to-back WSL defeats threaten to derail what was shaping up to be a historic season.

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Sunday, 4 May 2025

McFly thrill fan after chance M4 services meeting

A chance meeting in a motorway services leads to a dream moment Joel, who has Down's syndrome.

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Palmer's brilliance could be key moment in Chelsea's Champions League quest

Cole Palmer's return to his brilliant best could be the defining moment in Chelsea's quest to reach Champions League, says Chief Football Writer Phil McNulrt

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Draper loses to Ruud in Madrid final

British number one Jack Draper misses out on a first ATP Tour clay-court title as Casper Ruud edges an absorbing Madrid Open final.

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Saturday, 3 May 2025

Sabalenka beats spirited Gauff to win Madrid Open

World number one Aryna Sabalenka beats Coco Gauff in a thrilling Madrid Open final.

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Friday, 2 May 2025

Guardiola to take coaching break after Man City

Pep Guardiola says he will take a break from management after he leaves Manchester City, though he does not know when he will retire.

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Thursday, 1 May 2025

Hundreds arrested in crackdown on May Day protests in Istanbul

More than 50,000 police officers are deployed to the Turkish capital and public transport is shut down.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/yFtYPW0

Norris 'not worried at all' about title challenge

Lando Norris says he has "no reason to be worried" about this title campaign despite Oscar Piastri outperforming him at the start of the season.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/HZ3zsDw

Wednesday, 30 April 2025

BBC Verify: How did rebels train to overthrow the President of Syria?

BBC Verify: How did rebels train to overthrow the President of Syria?

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Are We (Finally) About to See a US-Ukraine Minerals Deal?

Plus, President Trump receives bad economic numbers - but blames President Biden.

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Tuesday, 29 April 2025

Gaza medic detained during deadly Israeli attack released, Red Crescent says

Assad al-Nassasra was missing for weeks following last month's attack, in which 15 emergency workers were killed by Israeli troops.

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Monday, 28 April 2025

Exeter suspend coaches Hunter and Hepher after record loss

Exeter Chiefs suspend head coach Rob Hunter and attack coach Ali Hepher following their record Premiership loss at Gloucester.

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Sunday, 27 April 2025

'No-one expected this' - how Slot guided Liverpool to the title

As Liverpool are crowned Premier League champions, BBC Sport explores the impact made by Arne Slot this season.

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'No-one expected this' - how Slot guided Liverpool to the title

As Liverpool are crowned Premier League champions, BBC Sport explores the impact made by Arne Slot this season.

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Saturday, 26 April 2025

Highlights: Palace beat Villa to reach FA Cup final

Crystal Palace reach the FA Cup final in spectacular style as Eberechi Eze and Ismaila Sarr drive them to a fully deserved victory against Aston Villa at Wembley.

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Friday, 25 April 2025

Raducanu out of Madrid Open after loss to Kostyuk

Emma Raducanu loses to Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk in the second round of the Madrid Open.

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Gang members trafficked women to UK as sex workers

Women were trafficked to the UK from Romania and lived with their "controllers" at rented properties.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/OlVTBzg

Thursday, 24 April 2025

Signal chats, leaks, and sackings... What's going on in the Pentagon?

And is the defence secretary in trouble?

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Wednesday, 23 April 2025

An inner drive mistaken for laziness: The makings of Van Dijk

As Virgil van Dijk prepares to lift his second Premier League title with Liverpool, we look at how the 33-year-old centre-back learned from early setbacks to become one of the best in the world.

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Istanbul residents flood streets after 6.2-magnitude quake

Many people have prepared to spend the night outside to safeguard against another strong tremor.

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Rangers confirm takeover talks with US investors

Reports of interest first surfaced earlier this year but the Ibrox club has now confirmed "productive conversations" are ongoing.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/1YdrTM3

Tuesday, 22 April 2025

What Happens After the Death of a Pope?

And, Adam and Chris answer listeners political questions on Radio 2.

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Tories push to ban recording of non-crime hate incidents

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch says the incidents waste police time and calls for them to be scrapped.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/d9IP6WT

Monday, 21 April 2025

Leeds United promoted back to Premier League

Leeds United are promoted back to the Premier League after two years in the Championship.

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Raducanu happy with 'informal' coaching set-up

Emma Raducanu pauses the search for a new full-time coach, saying she is happy to "keep things informal" in her partnership with Mark Petchey.

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West Brom sack head coach Mowbray

Championship club West Bromwich Albion sack head coach Tony Mowbray after defeat by Derby County.

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Sunday, 20 April 2025

'A club at a crossroads' - relegated Leicester in need of rebuild

The banner flown over the King Power Stadium made its point before a second relegation in three seasons, and instant return to the Championship, was confirmed soon afterwards for Leicester City.

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'If we don't score, nothing matters' - Man Utd lack 'a lot of things'

Manchester United's worst ever Premier League season hits another low as they fail to score in defeat by Wolves at Old Trafford.

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Saturday, 19 April 2025

US Supreme Court halts deportation of detained Venezuelans

The accused gang members are being sent to a notorious jail in El Salvador under a 19th-Century law.

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Home-made Hawk-Eye? Sabalenka takes pic of ball mark to dispute call

Aryna Sabalenka takes a photograph on court of a disputed ball mark during her quarter-final victory over Elise Mertens at the Stuttgart Open.

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Friday, 18 April 2025

'Child in arms, luggage on my head, I fled Sudan camp for safety'

Inhabitants of Sudan's biggest camp for displaced people have had their lives upturned once again.

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Thursday, 17 April 2025

Norris being forced to drive in 'uncomfortable ways'

Lando Norris is leading the drivers' championship but says he is being forced to drive in a different way in order to get the best out of his car.

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Murder arrest as golf course crash victim named

The woman died in hospital on Tuesday, after being struck by a van involved in a police chase on Friday.

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Flintoff 'didn't leave house for six months' after crash

The former England cricketer speaks about his recovery from the crash ahead of a new documentary.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/pbIYRS4

Wednesday, 16 April 2025

Play Champions League Squares during Real Madrid v Arsenal

Welcome to Uefa Champions League Squares - the new BBC Sport game which you can play alongside the live match action.

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Tuesday, 15 April 2025

Person who spat on Van der Poel during race fined

The person who spat on cyclist Mathieu van der Poel during last month's E3 Saxo Bank Classic is identified and fined by Belgian police.

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Man murdered partner and neighbour on Christmas Day

Police describe 49-year-old Jazwell Brown's attack on the two women as "brutal".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/I2jD3yg

Monday, 14 April 2025

El Salvador's leader will not return man deported from the US in error

Nayib Bukele has won praise from Donald Trump for imprisoning some "very bad people" deported from the US.

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Praised by Wolves - what happened when football manager joined happy fans in the pub?

Vitor Pereira lives up to the "first the points, then the pints" flag that appears at Molineux.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/FYV8RkZ

Blue Origin crew safely back on Earth after all-female space flight

Six women - including pop star Katy Perry - blasted off into space as part of an all-women suborbital mission

from BBC News https://ift.tt/124nCOx

Sunday, 13 April 2025

What's gone wrong for Man City in trophyless season?

Women's Champions League qualification hopes hanging by a thread, an interim manager in charge and no silverware - what has gone wrong at Manchester City this season?

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Van Dijk cryptic on when new Liverpool contract to be announced

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk subtly refuses to confirm when his reported new contract with the club will be announced.

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Leaky Spurs leave Postecoglou facing date with destiny

It is now or never in the Europa League for Ange Postecoglou after Spurs capitulate again at Wolves, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/lWRDeVA

Saturday, 12 April 2025

Piastri takes Bahrain pole with Russell second

McLaren's Oscar Piastri takes pole position for the Bahrain Grand Prix from Mercedes' George Russell with the second McLaren of Lando Norris down in sixth.

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Friday, 11 April 2025

Why Beijing is not backing down on tariffs

Amid a trade war with the US, our China correspondent explains why Beijing doesn't need to change tactics.

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RFK Jr pledges to find the cause of autism by September

Autism researchers and experts call the effort, which is short on detail, misguided and unrealistic.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/7ouIAHy

Thursday, 10 April 2025

Trump's Tariffs... Chaos or a cunning plan?

People were getting ‘yippy’ according to the president…

from BBC News https://ift.tt/o14PtZ9

Wednesday, 9 April 2025

Ineos' Britannia abandons challenge for next America's Cup

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Britannia sailing team has withdrawn its intention to challenge for the next America's Cup.

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Ineos' Britannia abandons challenge for next America's Cup

Sir Jim Ratcliffe's Ineos Britannia sailing team has withdrawn its intention to challenge for the next America's Cup.

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Tuesday, 8 April 2025

Play BBC Sport's new Champions League game

Welcome to Uefa Champions League Squares - the new BBC Sport game which you can play alongside the live match action.

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Monday, 7 April 2025

Trying to be Guardiola - Why promoted teams are struggling in the Premier League

Match of the Day 2's Troy Deeney, Shay Given and Mark Chapman look at why newly promoted teams are getting in a "muddle" in the Premier League, after confirmation of Southampton's relegation.

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Elon Musk's X to clamp down on parody accounts

Some users have complained about Elon Musk parody accounts on the platform.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/6UwF4fC

Sunday, 6 April 2025

Man Utd are improving - Amorim

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim says his side are "improving" but admits that "doubts" affected both sides in the Manchester derby as the Red Devils and Manchester City played out an uninspiring goalless draw.

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Fans 'should be ashamed' of Foden chants - Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says derogatory chants about Phil Foden's mother from Manchester United fans showed "a lack of class".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/idetM0k

Saturday, 5 April 2025

'Raging' Ferguson 'not scared to make changes' after fifth Ibrox loss in row

Interim Rangers manager Barry Ferguson fulminates after his side suffered a fifth consecutive home defeat.

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An obsessive who has lived through tragedy: The man behind PSG's title

European football expert Guillem Balague takes a closer look at how manager Luis Enrique has transformed PSG - guiding them to successive Ligue 1 titles.

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Friday, 4 April 2025

Steve Rosenberg: Trump takes US-Russia relations on rollercoaster ride

Trying to follow each twist between the US president and Moscow can leave you giddy, says the BBC's Steve Rosenberg.

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UK sees hottest day of the year, with parts warmer than Ibiza

Temperatures go above 23C in parts of the south of England, which is hotter than Ibiza, Rhodes and Cyprus.

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Americans could pay more for these everyday basics

The next cup of coffee, Shein shopping haul and more may soon cost more as tariffs take effect

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Trump extends deadline to keep TikTok running in US

The president has granted the app a second 75-day extension to comply with a law that requires it to either sell its US assets or face a ban.

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Thursday, 3 April 2025

Influencers 'new' threat to uncontacted tribes, warns group after US tourist arrest

North Sentinel is home to a tribe that does not have contact with the outside world.

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Girl, 13, killed in blaze as seven others escape

Police and firefighters say two adults and five children survived the fire.

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Wednesday, 2 April 2025

Jagtar Singh Johal 'moved to solitary' after acquittal

The Scottish activist from Dumbarton was detained on a trip to Punjab after his wedding in 2017.

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Gaza bakeries shut and painkillers on ration after month of Israeli blockade

Many Palestinians say they are going hungry after Israel stopped all aid deliveries to put pressure on Hamas.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ld08lf4

Slovakia backs plan to shoot 350 bears after man killed in attack

Around a quarter of the country's brown bears will be culled after a man was attacked in a forest.

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Tuesday, 1 April 2025

Don't deport us over health issue, say British couple in Australia

A Macclesfield woman fears she will have to leave Australia due to her medical condition.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qr1Nw4Y

'Hands-on' prison governor denies fling with inmate

Kerri Pegg denies two counts of misconduct in public office and one count of possessing criminal property.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/CSojNHF

Monday, 31 March 2025

Five Israeli men acquitted of rape charge in Cyprus

The woman told police she was sexually assaulted and raped by the five men in September, 2023.

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Virginia Giuffre in hospital after 'serious accident', spokesperson says

A spokesperson told the BBC Giuffre "greatly appreciates the support and well wishes people are sending".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/d3TjsWl

Sunday, 30 March 2025

FA Cup 'sparkle' returns - will there be a 'fairytale ending'?

The FA Cup "seems to have its sparkle back" - but will Manchester City stop there being a "fairytale ending" for Aston Villa, Crystal Palace or Nottingham Forest?

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Another milestone - but when could Kane win first trophy?

Harry Kane hit his 22nd league goal on Saturday to reach a new milestone and move a step closer to ending his long wait for a trophy.

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Saturday, 29 March 2025

Yates scores winning penalty to send Forest through to semis

Ryan Yates scores the winning penalty in a shootout against Brighton before running the length of the pitch as Nottingham Forest reach the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time since 1991.

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Should Forest have been awarded a penalty for this Mitoma challenge?

After a VAR review, referee Peter Bankes overturns his decision to award Nottingham Forest a penalty for Kaoru Mitoma's challenge on Elliot Anderson.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/moC6d2u

Friday, 28 March 2025

Vance scolds Denmark during Greenland trip

Denmark's prime minister said the visit by the US VP and other top officials  showed a "lack of respect".

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North Sea crash oil tanker to have cargo of fuel removed

Barrels of jet fuel are being removed from the Stena Immaculate before it is towed to Newcastle.

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Prominent Jewish figures boycott Israel antisemitism event over far-right guests

Several key leaders stayed away because of the inclusion of far-right politicians from Europe.

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Thursday, 27 March 2025

Woman charged with stalking McCann family

A 60-year-old woman from Cardiff is due to appear in court on Friday, police say.

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Sky says 2,000 jobs at risk at customer service sites

The planned cuts represent 7% of Sky's total workforce and would mean the closure of three sites.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/mDMKX71

William visits first resident helped by homeless charity

The prince also toured Aberdeen by foot as he celebrated the success of his Homewards project.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/DA6I9th

Wednesday, 26 March 2025

Baby slings unsafe for hands-free feeding, charities warn

Parenting charities, including the NCT, have updated their advice saying slings and carriers are unsafe for feeding.

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Trump names conservative media critic as US ambassador to South Africa

Brent Bozell's nomination comes at a time when relations between South Africa and the United States are at a low point.

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Tuesday, 25 March 2025

A journalist has entered the top secret military chat

And there’s a Ukraine-Russia Black Sea ceasefire deal.

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Two French air display jets crash in rehearsal

The three occupants of the two Alpha Jets that collided ejected and were "found alive and conscious".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/XWnDCd0

Brisbane to build 63,000-seater stadium for 2032 Games

The Queensland Government confirms plans to build a new 63,000-seater stadium for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/L968FBc

Monday, 24 March 2025

Radio host Chris Stark diagnosed with testicular cancer

The Capital Breakfast host said he was 'effectively cured' after the disease was caught early.

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Ashutosh stars as Delhi beat Lucknow in IPL thriller

Ashutosh Sharma's unbeaten 66 helps Delhi Capitals clinch a dramatic one-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/k2i5VAp

Sunday, 23 March 2025

The Women's Football Show

Highlights from the Women's Super League, including Manchester City v Chelsea.

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England 'will be better' after Italy test as 2025 starts with win

Head coach John Mitchell says England will learn from being tested by Italy, as the Red Roses make a winning start to the Women's Six Nations.

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Six Kenyan police personnel killed in ambush near Somalia

No group has claimed responsibility, but an official said the attack followed a pattern of raids by Islamist militant group al-Shabab.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/5KZCSH2

Saturday, 22 March 2025

Protesters in Turkey rally 'for justice' after mayor's arrest

Protesters have taken to the streets for a fourth night after Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu was detained.

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At least two dead as wildfires rage in South Korea

Two people were found dead as multiple fires raged across the country on Saturday.

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Government considering sending failed asylum seekers to Balkans

Home Office officials have discussed proposals to set up overseas "return hubs"

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Police burn chemicals as running event cancelled

The popular Hastings Half Marathon was due to take place on Sunday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/DS5gTX0

Friday, 21 March 2025

Newborn's death 'due to gross failures of midwives'

The coroner at newborn baby Ida Lock's inquest highlights eight opportunities that were missed.

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Depression led mum to kill baby after secret birth

Joanne Sharkey hid what she had done from everyone for more than a quarter of a century.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/SR24wYa

Thursday, 20 March 2025

Why has Netanyahu Resumed the War?

Israel has "resumed combat in full force" against Hamas.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/nIvsjxk

BBC Verify: Assessing Israel's renewed ground operation

Israel has sent more troops into Gaza after resuming airstrikes on what it calls "terror targets". The bombing has killed more than 500 people in the last 72 hours, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. BBC Verify's Nick Beake has been looking at where the Israeli troops are now operating and the impact it's having on Palestinians in the territory.

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Woman jailed for faking twins pregnancy to partner

Libby Vernon, from Staffordshire, used a fake baby bump to trick her partner.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/arscIt9

Wednesday, 19 March 2025

300-year-old Polish beech voted Tree of the Year

The win by Poland’s Heart of the Dalkowskie Hills tree marks Poland’s fourth victory in a row.

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Welfare uncertainty is stirring up fear, says Davey

The Liberal Democrat leader says there has not been enough detail on the government's cuts to benefits.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/iB5AKrj

Tuesday, 18 March 2025

Teen killer of mum and siblings planned 'massacre of the century'

The 19-year-old will be sentenced on Wednesday after he admits to killing his mother, brother and sister.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/1AL6hy0

Monday, 17 March 2025

Netflix drama Adolescence hailed as 'flawless' TV

The show is called "an early contender for the best thing you will see on the small screen this year".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/kQ5gNXr

'The party's not over yet' - Alan Shearer on Newcastle's ongoing celebrations

MOTD2 pundit and Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer explains why his old club's EFL Cup final success to end their long wait for a trophy meant so much to him.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/KVquBhE

Sunday, 16 March 2025

Howe turns up 'drenched' to press conference after cup win

Watch the moment Eddie Howe arrives for his Carabao Cup final post-match press conference admitting to smelling "strange", following Newcastle's celebrations.

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Trump and Putin to hold call on ceasefire deal soon, US envoy says

Steve Witkoff, who recently met Putin, says he expects the presidents to have a positive discussion.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/pKNBMXr

Saturday, 15 March 2025

Haaland reaches 100 goal involvements in record time

The records may have slowed down as his goalscoring enters more human levels, but Erling Haaland reaches another landmark in Manchester City's 2-2 draw with Brighton.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/VkywxPQ

Tens of thousands attend anti-government protest in Serbia

The collapse of a station canopy that killed 15 people has galvanised anger towards the government.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/L0Q4mEn

England rout Wales to keep title dream alive

England run in 10 tries to destroy woeful Wales in Cardiff and keep alive their dreams of snatching a first Six Nations title since 2020.

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