Tuesday, 9 June 2026

Tickets for Iran fans revoked, says federation

Iran's football federation says its allocation of tickets for the group stage of the World Cup has been revoked just days before the tournament.

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Schoolgirl arrested after three hurt in knife attack

Three people suffer knife wounds and a pupil is arrested at the school on Plant Hill Road in Blackley.

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Monday, 8 June 2026

Grammy winner killed in double stabbing 'a gem'

The musician whose real name was Mark Oraybibi - was "a gem", rapper Wretch 32 said.

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Bellingham has fight to start for England - Tuchel

Jude Bellingham has a fight on his hands to feature in England's starting line-up at the World Cup, says manager Thomas Tuchel.

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Sunday, 7 June 2026

England begin Ashes rebuild with win over NZ

England take less than a session on the fourth day of the first Test against New Zealand to begin their post-Ashes rebuild with a much-needed victory.

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'Another one!' Tongue strikes early as England close in on victory

Josh Tongue makes an early breakthrough on day four for England as he traps New Zealand's Tom Blundell lbw for four on day four of the first Test at Lord's, with the tourists 58-6, chasing 254 to win.

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Huge crowds throng Madrid streets for Pope's open-air mass

The pontiff waved at those gathered from his popemobile as he arrived at the Plaza de Cibeles.

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Saturday, 6 June 2026

Our mum survived cancer misdiagnosis - but dad then took his own life

Mary Crowley was wrongly diagnosed with terminal cancer - and husband David could not cope with their ordeal.

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The pioneer in an unlikely World Cup team

When Desmond Armstrong faced the media at the World Cup in 1990, the first question he got was one that would stick in his mind for the wrong reasons.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/zPrSxE2

Friday, 5 June 2026

Shaw and Hasegawa on PFA women's award shortlist

Manchester City duo Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw and Yui Hasegawa are shortlisted for the Professional Footballers Association's Women's Player of the Year award.

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

Thursday, 4 June 2026

Fifa bans fans from taking water bottles into World Cup stadiums

Fans will not be allowed to take reusable water bottles into World Cup stadiums due to safety concerns, Fifa says in a late policy change.

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Wednesday, 3 June 2026

Scott poised to make England debut in World Cup friendlies

Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott is poised to make his England debut in the forthcoming World Cup warm-up games in the United States.

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Foreign nationals among at least 21 killed in Delhi fire

Many victims were South Asians who had travelled to India for treatment or to accompany relatives.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZYphG6l

Tuesday, 2 June 2026

World Cup 2026: How to follow on the BBC

The biggest World Cup in history starts on 11 June and there are more ways to follow it on the BBC than ever before.

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Monday, 1 June 2026

Sooryavanshi, 15, wins car at IPL awards - but cannot drive it

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wins a car for his performances in the Indian Premier League - but the 15-year-old will have to wait three years to drive it.

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Sunday, 31 May 2026

River search under way for missing boy, 11

Searches are taking place at the River Don in Mexborough after reports a boy entered the water.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/HuTIa7k

Fletcher chosen to replace Gilmour in Scotland squad

Manchester United teenager Tyler Fletcher is a late replacement for the injured Billy Gilmour in Scotland's World Cup squad.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/D96F0ys

Saturday, 30 May 2026

Budapest police investigating fan brawl before Champions League final

Police in Budapest have made arrests and are studying CCTV footage to identify supporters fighting before Saturday's Champions League final between Arsenal and Paris St-Germain.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/kK2U4jI

Four more men freed from flooded Laos cave after 10 days

Two of the seven villagers who entered the narrow tunnels in search for gold on 20 May are still missing.

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

Friday, 29 May 2026

Konate set to leave Liverpool on free transfer

Ibrahima Konate is set to leave Liverpool for free when his current contract expires in June.

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Suffering was less than my passion for tennis, says Nadal

In a new Netflix documentary, 22-time Grand Slam winner Rafael Nadal opened up about the extreme lengths he went to to prolong his playing career, including surgery to take away feeling in his foot and perforating his intestine through over-use of anti-inflammatories.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/YX3sBFu

Thursday, 28 May 2026

The 7,000 minutes difference - why PSG could have edge over Arsenal

Why Paris St-Germain will be going into Saturday's Champions League final against Arsenal with one advantage.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/RgA4wix

Wednesday, 27 May 2026

'Unimaginable grief' after boy's reservoir death

Reco Puttock, 13, died after swimming in a reservoir near Halifax on Monday, police say.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/th9b2Pc

Tuesday, 26 May 2026

'He showed why good managers need time' - who are this season's over-achievers?

Tony Pulis explains which Premier League managers have impressed him this season and, down the divisions, who else stands out.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/6HU1gcW

Monday, 25 May 2026

Sun, superstars and other takeaways from Radio 1's Big Weekend

Olivia Dean, Zara Larsson and Fatboy Slim topped the bill - but it wasn't all about the music.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/hXV3Wt6

Premier League predictions - how accurate were BBC Sport pundits?

Last summer, 33 BBC pundits - plus AI and Opta's 'supercomputer' were asked to pick which teams would finish in the Premier League's top four, and in which order. How did they get on?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Xpi5DqM

Sunday, 24 May 2026

Usyk earns controversial knockout win to retain titles

Watch highlights as Oleksandr Usyk beats Rico Verhoeven to retain his world heavyweight titles in Egypt following a controversial 11th-round stoppage.

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Bordeaux inspired by McIlroy's Masters feat

From Rory McIlroy to mentality, Bordeaux are leading a golden era as France complete a Six Nations, Champions Cup and Challenge Cup clean sweep.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/jK7acIX

Saturday, 23 May 2026

Sutton's final-day predictions v Sam Tompkins

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on singer-songwriter Sam Tompkins, plus the BBC readers and AI with his predictions for Sunday's final round of Premier League fixtures.

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

Fernandes named Premier League player of season

Midfielder Bruno Fernandes becomes the first Manchester United player to win the award since Nemanja Vidic in 2011.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/BP1FHy6

Robertson, Dalglish and a special connection between Liverpool and Scotland

Scotland captain Andy Robertson speaks to Kelly Cates and her father Sir Kenny Dalglish before his last game for Liverpool.

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

Friday, 22 May 2026

'Tuchel's gambles and iron conviction position him as the anti-Southgate'

Thomas Tuchel proves he is the "anti-Southgate" in making tough calls for England's World Cup 2026 squad.

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

Slot refuses to confirm Salah selected for final game

Arne Slot refuses to confirm whether Mohamed Salah will play a part at Anfield on Sunday, in what would be his last appearance for Liverpool.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ouX5I9r

Thursday, 21 May 2026

Burnham: 'People in Britain can't afford a good life'

Andy Burnham was speaking in a series of interviews with the candidates for the Makerfield by-election.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z8gbA36

Nvidia's record result fails to impress investors

The chip giant reported more stellar results but its shares fell after-hours as investors wonder if it can keep up its pace of growth amid greater competition.

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

Wednesday, 20 May 2026

Emery denies Euro king talk but Villa boss could be crowned again

Aston Villa are aiming to end a 30-year trophy drought in Istanbul on Wednesday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ik3ROLp

Tuesday, 19 May 2026

Five reasons why Best was a genius

George Best would have been 80 on 22 May. Take a look back on an unforgettable career and enjoy five of his most memorable goals.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/KHG37wW

Swinney defends food prices policy ahead of first minister vote

The SNP leader says the proposed price cap on basic foodstuffs is not intended to force a fight with the UK government.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/t5XRSfJ

Monday, 18 May 2026

'Embarrassing Bristol defeat not a great look for the Prem'

Northampton's 94-33 demolition of Bristol was not what most neutral fans wanted, writes rugby union correspondent Chris Jones.

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

Sunday, 17 May 2026

Fuel theft couple caught after locals help track them down

Locals turned into amateur investigators to help police track down the fuel thieves in the seaside town.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ifNUW2G

Saturday Night Live UK met a sceptical crowd - but has it won them over?

Many predicted a transatlantic SNL would crash and burn - but as its run comes to a close, the consensus from fans and critics has been mostly positive.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/m2CKvAE

Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight

Eight people were injured, four seriously, before passers-by gave chase and stopped the man.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/T3MklHf

Saturday, 16 May 2026

Man Utd reach agreement to appoint Carrick manager

Manchester United reach an agreement with Michael Carrick to become the club's permanent head coach.

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

The race to replace Starmer is on - but he still faces a momentous choice

Labour is consumed by drama, but the PM still faces big decisions - and what could be his final choice.

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

Call for more meningitis vaccines after teen dies

Head of Meningitis Now wants to see a wider rollout after Oxfordshire sixth-form pupil's death.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/sfDW3CZ

Friday, 15 May 2026

Beckham becomes UK's first billionaire sportsman

Former England captain Sir David Beckham becomes the UK's first billionaire sportsman in the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wn9u2F0

Thursday, 14 May 2026

Hall, 18, becomes youngest to score MLS hat-trick

Forward Julian Hall makes MLS history by becoming the youngest player to score a hat-trick in Red Bull New York's win over Columbus Crew.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/XNbe56y

Wednesday, 13 May 2026

Raducanu to make return with wildcard in Strasbourg

Emma Raducanu will make her return to action in Strasbourg after being granted a wildcard, as she seeks crucial match practice before the French Open.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/wgEVAh0

Tuesday, 12 May 2026

Southampton ask for more time over spying claims

Southampton request more time to conduct an internal review after being charged with spying on Championship play-off rivals Middlesbrough.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/EWxTkw3

Monday, 11 May 2026

Watch: BBC tours England and Argentina's World Cup training grounds

Will Grant tested out one of the pitches where England captain Harry Kane and his team will train in Kansas City.

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

Philippines vice president Sara Duterte impeached for a second time

If convicted in a Senate trial, which is uncertain, she will be disqualified from running for president.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/TAna47Y

Sunday, 10 May 2026

Sarwar says he will 'absolutely' stay on as Labour leader

The Scottish Labour leader defended his party's campaign after a poor result in Thursday's election.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/megL2wj

Plaid Cymru's Rhun ap Iorwerth hopes to be first minister on Tuesday

With the largest Cardiff Bay group, ap Iorwerth needs to win a vote of Senedd members to take over.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/CSEDs4t

Injured Yates out of Giro after 30-rider crash

Britain's Adam Yates is out of the Giro d'Italia after suffering concussion in a heavy crash on Saturday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qz3GvEd

Saturday, 9 May 2026

Warm weekend forecast before Arctic air brings cold spell next week

Colder conditions will dominate next week after a brief hit of warmer weather for some this weekend as Matt Taylor explains.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/mz1guo5

Police charge two men over filming antisemitic TikToks in London

Adam Bedoui, 20, and Abdelkader Amir Bousloub, 21, are due to appear at magistrates' court on Saturday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/GqAoc5i

Reform UK will never take voters for granted, Yusuf says

A Reform UK spokesman says the party will "welcome scrutiny", following its sweeping election gains.

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

Friday, 8 May 2026

Fast-paced, witty and smart coming-of-age comedy

Two booksmart girls try to cram in four years of fun on the eve of their graduation.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/02B7EMd

'We were strangers until we helped bring a paedophile to justice'

Having waived their right to anonymity, Nicola Bannon and Lynne Darcy are encouraging other victims of sexual abuse to come forward to the police.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Te6dpUE

Thursday, 7 May 2026

Battle of heavy hitters - Wardley & Dubois' best knockouts

Watch Fabio Wardley's and Daniel Dubois' best knockouts, before they face each other on Saturday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/tnbQr9v

Wednesday, 6 May 2026

Campaigners call for ban on use of weedkiller glyphosate at harvest time

Campaigners are calling for a ban on the use of the weedkiller over health concerns.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/p36h75J

Spanish superstar Rosalía reaches for heaven as her tour hits London

The Spanish star delights fans as she brings her highly anticipated Lux tour to the UK.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Kx3bZyo

Tuesday, 5 May 2026

French broadcaster hits back at Bath's TMO criticism

French television broadcaster says the "video referee is the master of what he wants to see" in response to Bath boss Johann van Graan's TMO criticism.

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

Vodafone sold us a dream to take on shops - the reality was different

Two women from Lincolnshire are among 62 former franchisees taking the phone company to court.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qh7f1lV

Monday, 4 May 2026

Nigeria plans to repatriate nationals willing to leave South Africa after attacks

There has been a wave of anti-migrant protests in South Africa, some of which have turned violent.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/S2szR65

Princess Eugenie expecting third child this summer

"His Majesty The King has been informed and is delighted with the news," the Palace said on social media.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/40rRKhs

Sunday, 3 May 2026

Watford sack boss Still after less than three months

Watford sack head coach Ed Still after less than three months in charge at Vicarage Road following the team's failure to reach the play-offs.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/veGa25M

Germany troop cuts send wrong signal to Russia, say two top US Republicans

The chairs of the House and Senate armed services committees said withdrawing 5,000 service personnel risked undermining deterrence.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/60uahzJ

Saturday, 2 May 2026

Ex-F1 driver and Paralympic cycling champion Zanardi dies

Former Formula 1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies at the age of 59.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WyJAh07

Friday, 1 May 2026

Vonn still in 'survival mode' after Olympic crash

American skiing great Lindsey Vonn says she is still "too emotional" to make a decision on her future career as she faces at least 18 months of recuperation.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/X0p7oJu

Thursday, 30 April 2026

Pochettino sad to see Spurs suffering

Tottenham's Premier League relegation struggles are "difficult to accept", says former manager Mauricio Pochettino.

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

Wednesday, 29 April 2026

Chelsea's ex-England defender Bright retires

Chelsea captain Millie Bright announces she has retired from football with immediate effect because of injury.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/US0srbI

Tuesday, 28 April 2026

LIV could reschedule June's New Orleans event

LIV Golf could postpone its event in New Orleans in June amid continued questions over its future.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/YBTCc3O

Monday, 27 April 2026

Electronic line-calling in Madrid wrong - Rybakina

Elena Rybakina says she does not "trust" the electronic line-calling system following a disputed decision in her win against Zheng Qinwen at the Madrid Open.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/HyQlEJ9

Fitzpatricks' historic win earns younger brother Alex PGA Tour card

Alex and Matt Fitzpatrick make history by becoming the first brothers to win a PGA Tour event at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans pairs tournament.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/TIgY7N9

Sunday, 26 April 2026

Dolphins pick British tight end Traore in NFL Draft

British tight end Seydou Traore becomes a late-round pick in the NFL Draft along with Uar Bernard, a Nigerian yet to play a game of American football.

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

Saturday, 25 April 2026

Murdered toddler James Bulger's family find items from vandalised grave

The grave of James Bulger, who was murdered in 1993, has been vandalised twice, his family says.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/PSaOn2y

Mali army says armed groups launch coordinated attacks across country

Witnesses report explosions and sustained gunfire near a military base outside the capital, Bamako.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/PXgtR7z

Palestinians in West Bank and some in Gaza vote in local elections

Local elections are held in the occupied West Bank and in one Gazan city, though Hamas and other groups are not taking part.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/13IYEUH

Friday, 24 April 2026

How Neville and Lineker became rival media moguls

BBC sports editor Dan Roan examines how Gary Lineker and Gary Neville became two of the biggest players in a rapidly changing media industry.

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

Thursday, 23 April 2026

No Fifa plans for Iran-Italy swap at World Cup

Fifa stands by comments made last week by president Gianni Infantino in which he said that "the Iranian team is coming, for sure".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/p7AC8Or

Wednesday, 22 April 2026

Fernandes would win Ballon d'Or at Man City - Pogba

Paul Pogba believes Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes would be in contention to win the Ballon d'Or if he played for a team like Manchester City.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/V1WG4zI

Tuesday, 21 April 2026

Wembanyama wins NBA award with 100% of vote

San Antonio Spurs centre Victor Wembanyama is named the first unanimous winner of the NBA's defensive player of the year award.

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

Monday, 20 April 2026

How Haaland and Gabriel went head-to-head in 'old school battle'

Match of the Day pundits Wayne Rooney and Danny Murphy discuss how "two top players" in Erling Haaland and Gabriel went head-to-head in Manchester City's 2-1 victory against Arsenal.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/fGXHV3u

Sunday, 19 April 2026

Why Man City 'leg-beaters' can make difference against Arsenal - Pulis

Tony Pulis explains why Manchester City's attacking players could prove to be their match-winners in Sunday's Premier League title showdown with leaders Arsenal.

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

Saturday, 18 April 2026

£111 trains will have 'chilling effect' on World Cup - Fifa

Fifa hits back at criticism from New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill, saying vastly inflated train fares at the 2026 World Cup will have a "chilling effect".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/WKRjU9k

Otter mayhem after 'challenging beast' sneaks into garden centre

A fishing net had to be used to capture the "challenging beast" in a south of Scotland store.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/evq3OdJ

How Lampard's own revival ended Coventry's 25-year wait

Frank Lampard and Coventry City are back in the big time. This is how the former England international guided the Sky Blues to the Premier League.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/TQ4VBjn

Friday, 17 April 2026

Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, is on an exciting quest

Puss teams up with a fellow thieving feline and Humpty Dumpty to go on an exciting quest.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/yBpcK1X

McGlynn should be 'in the conversation' to be Celtic manager - Lennon

Neil Lennon reckons John McGlynn should be "in the conversation" to become the next Celtic manager as the Dunfermline Athletic boss aims to get the better of his Falkirk counterpart in Saturday's Scottish Cup semi-final.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/CO2IQSZ

Thursday, 16 April 2026

Minister to propose £100 oil payment for lower income households

The scheme, which would affect about 340,000 households, needs to be approved by the executive.

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

Wednesday, 15 April 2026

Why Bellingham can rescue Real's Champions League dream

Jude Bellingham was behind Real Madrid's late resurgence against Bayern Munich last week in their Champions League first-leg tie, and could be key in Wednesday's return.

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

Tuesday, 14 April 2026

Stokes says he must work differently with McCullum

England captain Ben Stokes says suggestions of a rift with Brendon McCullum have been overstated, but acknowledges he must work with the head coach in a "slightly different way".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/18AwI0t

Monday, 13 April 2026

Sunderland condemn racist abuse of Brobbey

Sunderland say racist abuse of forward Brian Brobbey on social media highlights the "ongoing and unacceptable frequency of this behaviour".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dbjd8Nn

Work begins in Wales on UK's first small modular reactor nuclear power station

Rolls-Royce has said the project will create 8,000 jobs across Britain.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ILD0HBM

Sunday, 12 April 2026

Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of hundreds of ceasefire violations

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says his nation's forces would respond "symmetrically" to Russian attacks.

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

US-Iran talks ending without deal disappointing, Streeting says

The health secretary says the UK - which is not involved in the talks - wants to see a deal that ends Iran's nuclear ambitions.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/q7a3lEB

Saturday, 11 April 2026

Man charged over deaths of four people who drowned crossing Channel

A man is charged over the deaths of two men and two women who drowned trying to cross the Channel on Thursday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/a68ZRdv

EU airline industry warns of fuel shortages if Strait of Hormuz stays closed

Airports Council International (ACI) Europe said its members had "increasing concerns" about the availability of jet fuel.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/MCQz1Dv

Friday, 10 April 2026

Is Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth waging a holy war against Iran?

And his purge of top generals at the Pentagon

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

I feel complete support from owners and fans - Slot

Liverpool manager Arne Slot insists he feels "complete support" from the club's hierarchy and fans despite a run of poor on-field performances and growing discontent about his future as manager

from BBC News https://ift.tt/M4zVwUr

Thursday, 9 April 2026

Cardoso takes nine wickets in T20 international

Brazil's Laura Cardoso becomes the first player ever to take nine wickets in a T20 international, recording figures of 9-4 against Lesotho.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/A4nCtOc

Rowland starts as much-changed England face Ireland

England utility back Helena Rowland will start at inside centre in a much-changed team for their Women's Six Nations opener against Ireland at Allianz Stadium on Saturday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/uck6lDy

Grand National pinstickers' guide to runners

Runners, riders, trainers and form - all the key details you need to know for Saturday's big race at Aintree.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/L8kKnSh

Nick Rockett withdrawn from Grand National

Last year's winner Nick Rockett is withdrawn from this weekend's Grand National at Aintree.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/MIeza2y

Wednesday, 8 April 2026

I Am Maximus heads Grand National field

The past two winners of the Grand National - I Am Maximus and Nick Rockett - head the field for Saturday's race at Aintree.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/EyI7Yp2

Tuesday, 7 April 2026

Woods selfish to drive under the influence - major champion Day

Jason Day says Tiger Woods was "a little bit selfish" to drive under the influence and "put other people in harm's way" when he crashed his car in Florida last month.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/V7TbPFn

Monday, 6 April 2026

Murder arrests after man dies outside cocktail bar

An assault outside MyBar on Charminster Road was reported to police in the early hours.

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

Two protests, two elections: How Nepal's Gen Z succeeded where Bangladesh's stumbled

How did a youth movement triumph in one country but fall so short in another?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/QiukDS5

Sunday, 5 April 2026

'Let's do it' - Wilder calls out Joshua after win

Deontay Wilder tells Anthony Joshua "let's do it" following the American's points victory over Derek Chisora.

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

Durham tell fans to stay away from ground after storm damage

Spectators are told to stay away from Durham's Riverside ground at Chester-le-Street after it was hit by Storm Dave overnight.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/4VfEtn7

Saturday, 4 April 2026

Ex-England defender Trippier to leave Newcastle

Kieran Trippier is to leave Newcastle United when the defender's contract expires this summer.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/9sKFMT6

Teachers' union warns of 'masculinity crisis brewing' in schools

NASWUT's leader said there is a "ticking time bomb" if male pupils cannot be helped with misogyny.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/my0p1lj

Friday, 3 April 2026

Fears cost of water and beer to soar as India's scorching summer hits

Makers of plastic and glass bottles are struggling to access raw materials as the war squeezes supplies.

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

A maverick untamed? Why Cherki splits opinion

Rayan Cherki caused a social media stir at the Carabao Cup final - and the Manchester City midfielder will hope to steal the show again in Saturday's FA Cup quarter-final against Liverpool.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/gIqNh3k

Thursday, 2 April 2026

Teenager Davies back for Wales as Clark misses out

Mayzee Davies returns to the Wales squad for this month's World Cup qualifiers against Albania but there is no place for injured goalkeeper Olivia Clark.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/6S8HtMr

Wednesday, 1 April 2026

English trio vie for Women's Champions League semi-finals - watch Chelsea-Arsenal on BBC

Arsenal take on Chelsea and Manchester United travel to Bayern Munich as the English trio bid to reach the Champions League semi-finals.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/t1bjVz0

Tuesday, 31 March 2026

Cyclist killed at Worlds not found for 82 minutes

A cyclist who was killed during the Road World Championships was not found for 82 minutes after a crash, investigators find.

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

Gazan mother reunited with evacuated daughter after two years

The girl is among at least eight children who were premature newborns when they were evacuated during heavy fighting in Gaza at the start of the war.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/hyuzU84

Monday, 30 March 2026

Russia expels British diplomat over spying allegations

A UK Foreign Office spokesman accused Russia of an "aggressive and co-ordinated campaign of harassment against British diplomats".

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

Broken glass makes Horner return difficult - Wolff

A return to Formula 1 will be difficult for former Red Bull team principal Christian Horner because he has "broken quite a lot of glass", says ex-Mercedes rival Toto Wolff.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/c0b84l5

Sunday, 29 March 2026

How Arbeloa is getting the best out of Real Madrid's stars

BBC Sport looks at how Alvaro Arbeloa has managed to get the best out of the Real Madrid squad since his appointment in January.

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

'Is it worth it?' - Verstappen considering F1 future

Four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen tells BBC Sport he is considering his future in the sport.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cs6pBMJ

Saturday, 28 March 2026

Cheek injury delays Stokes' return until May

England captain Ben Stokes is still recovering after surgery on a broken cheekbone and will not play for Durham next week as planned.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZsK5r2c

Salah set completely new standards - Klopp

Jurgen Klopp says Mohamed Salah is an "all-time great" at Liverpool and that he "would not be surprised if he plays another six or seven years" after the forward announced he will leave the club at the end of the season.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/lW8StGw

Friday, 27 March 2026

The week my star player went AWOL after an international break

Tony Pulis explains why international breaks can be an opportunity as well as a problem for managers, and what he did when one of his players did not return on time.

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Thursday, 26 March 2026

Formula 1 now 'much more fun' - Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton says the new Formula 1 this year is "much more fun" than any other time in his career.

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'Like being stabbed in stomach' - Everton's Snoeijs on endometriosis

Everton forward Katja Snoeijs explains her journey to getting a diagnosis of endometriosis.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/JEL2nBS

Wednesday, 25 March 2026

Alonso to miss media day after birth of first child

Fernando Alonso is to miss Thursday's media day at the Japanese Grand Prix because he is traveling to the race late following the birth of his first child.

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Tuesday, 24 March 2026

Police told £900k Trump costs will not be paid

The costs relate to security for the US president's visit to Windsor Castle in September.

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Woods to return from 13 months out in TGL finale

Tiger Woods will make his return to competitive golf for the first time in over a year at the final night of the TGL season on Tuesday.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q1N8fw6

Monday, 23 March 2026

First person charged with tailgating after EFL Cup final

A 27-year-old man becomes the first person in the country to be charged with 'tailgating' after the EFL Cup final at Wembley.

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Australia's ABC staff to go on strike for first time in 20 years

The 24-hour long strike is expected to disrupt live television and radio broadcasts.

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

Sunday, 22 March 2026

Police officer dies in crash and colleague critically ill

PC Bradley Corke, 27, had been critically injured in a collision on Thursday, said Kent Police.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/YQ2w9xi

Greaves' 114-match winning run ended by Sherrock

Beau Greaves' record run of 114 consecutive wins in the PDC Women's Series is ended by Fallon Sherrock.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/L9Ibwe3

I spent five months in a mother and baby mental health unit - here's what I want mums to know

Sofii Lewis was diagnosed with postpartum psychosis tendencies and OCD after giving birth.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/mAtLC7O

Saturday, 21 March 2026

Video reviews to be introduced at Wimbledon

Video review technology will be introduced at Wimbledon for the first time this year.

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Friday, 20 March 2026

Are US and Israel Aligned On Iran War?

Energy prices soar after missile exchanges between Israel and Iran.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/sy5VnuC

Seven uncapped players in new-era Red Roses squad

Head coach John Mitchell includes a clutch of new faces in England's Women's Six Nations squad as he aims to build on September's Rugby World Cup triumph.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/q94I1hE

Thursday, 19 March 2026

Lang to have surgery in Liverpool for 'serious' thumb injury

Galatasaray midfielder Noa Lang is set to have surgery in Liverpool after suffering a "serious cut" at Anfield.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/DyJg3Ls

Wednesday, 18 March 2026

Celtic's Schmeichel 'could've played last game'

Celtic goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel may have played his "last football game" with surgery required on his shoulder but he is eager to "fight" to regain fitness.

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

Israel strikes and destroys building in heart of Beirut

There are no known casualties so far from the strike near downtown, as Israel said it targeted a building affiliated with Hezbollah.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/m5ouCdT

Tuesday, 17 March 2026

Sri Lanka declares Wednesdays off as Asian countries try to conserve fuel

This is the latest in a series of measures undertaken by Asian countries which rely on oil from the Gulf.

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Monday, 16 March 2026

Head coach Dickens leaves Newcastle Red Bulls

Head coach Alan Dickens leaves Newcastle Red Bulls as former Wales fly-half Stephen Jones takes over for the rest of the season.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/lPj3N5S

Schoolgirl traumatised after being wrongly sent to England for abortion

The teenager could have been treated in Northern Ireland, but was sent to London due to confusion over the services available.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/v0wro9g

Sunday, 15 March 2026

Antonelli wins Chinese GP as McLarens fail to start

Kimi Antonelli takes his first Formula 1 victory in leading team-mate George Russell to a Mercedes one-two in the Chinese Grand Prix.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/8Z1i0Fq

Rosenior says referee should focus on job, not Chelsea huddle

There was an unusual addition to Chelsea's huddle before their game against Newcastle at Stamford Bridge - referee Paul Tierney.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q2Ekgsz

Saturday, 14 March 2026

What's going on with Arsenal youngster Lewis-Skelly?

A year after starring in the Champions League against Real Madrid, Myles Lewis-Skelly is struggling for game time - what has happened?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/L0dOsw6

More US Marines and warships to be moved to Middle East, reports say

The reinforcements will come from an amphibious ready group that is usually based in Japan, an official told CBS, the BBC's US partner.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/XEKLs2b

Friday, 13 March 2026

'Iran's women are heroes - they want to be free'

The Iran women's national football team have become "heroes" and deserve to be free to live their lives, says former Iran men's head coach Afshin Ghotbi.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/TpdhAz9

Thursday, 12 March 2026

Verstappen wishes F1 was 'more fun' but hopeful of change

Max Verstappen says he wishes F1 was "more fun" but is hopeful the sport is heading towards changes that will "improve everything".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ti0yNXh

Wednesday, 11 March 2026

Some Glasgow Central trains resume - but station remains closed after fire

The station's low level platforms, which serve the Argyle line north of the River Clyde, have been reopened after a full site assessment

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

'It's Wilt, me, then Kobe' - Adebayo scores 83 points in single game

The Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo scores 83 points in a game, surpassing Kobe Bryant and second only to the great Wilt Chamberlain.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/JxTZz84

Tuesday, 10 March 2026

Woodland 'can't waste energy' hiding PTSD diagnosis

Former US Open champion Gary Woodland says he "can't waste energy any more" hiding his struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder.

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

Monday, 9 March 2026

GB's Brown becomes world champion for second time

Britain's Sky Brown becomes a skateboarding world champion for the second time after winning gold in a rain-disrupted park event in Brazil.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/rodzD46

Russia win their first gold medal of Paralympics

Para-alpine skier Varvara Voronchikhina wins the first Paralympic gold medal for Russia since 2014 with victory in the standing super G.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/rFjWA0K

Sunday, 8 March 2026

The anatomy of a corner-kick: how set-pieces reshaped the Premier League

As corner kicks continue to cause chaos in the Premier League, BBC Sport take a closer at why they are becoming so hard to defend.

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Randell makes history with five wickets in five balls

New Zealander Brett Randell becomes the first bowler in the 254-year history of first-class cricket to take five wickets in five balls.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/IgMv8wH

Saturday, 7 March 2026

Trump's war with Iran... what we still don't know

Plus, has the president persuaded Americans to back his war?

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

Friday, 6 March 2026

No laughing matter for Wales in Dublin after Irish jibes

Wales aim to have the last laugh against Ireland in the Six Nations at the Aviva Stadium on Friday after being the subject of ridicule.

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

Mountbatten-Windsor to keep City of London Freedom

The former prince inherited his Freedom of London from his father rather than in his own right.

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

Thursday, 5 March 2026

Global News Podcast: US Senate blocks bid to limit Trump's powers for Iran war

A resolution aimed at reining in Donald Trump's war powers has failed in the US Senate

from BBC News https://ift.tt/O3qZ5nS

Wednesday, 4 March 2026

Rennie named first All Blacks coach of Pasifika heritage

Dave Rennie is appointed the new head coach of New Zealand, becoming the first person of Pasifika heritage to lead the side as they target a fourth World Cup triumph.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/pOai7Tx

Tuesday, 3 March 2026

Haaland? Kane? R9? Picking the best centre-forwards this century

Who are the best centre-forwards of the 21st Century? We've had a go at trying to whittle down a pretty formidable list.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/osGP1zA

Monday, 2 March 2026

More than 100,000 Britons register for help in Middle East

Foreign Office sources say no evacuation was imminent but the government is preparing for potential scenarios.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/9a1WOUq

England 'given reassurances' over safety in Turkey

Sarina Wiegman says England have been told there are no safety concerns over their World Cup qualifier in Turkey despite the conflict in the Middle East.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/gl8Ktme

Sunday, 1 March 2026

How do Lionesses solve full-back succession problem?

Will the Lionesses find a solution for their full-back problem in time for the 2027 Women's World Cup?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/I2oSWYE

Saturday, 28 February 2026

Promoted York claim another shock win as drop-goal sinks Hull FC

Danny Richardson's drop-goal earns York Knights a second shock win in three weeks as they won at Hull FC.

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

The battle for Texas… can Democrats win it back from Trump?

Republican panic as voting starts in the Texas primaries

from BBC News https://ift.tt/unPXJC0

Friday, 27 February 2026

'I would never say that' - US Olympian on White House AI video

USA men's ice hockey player Brady Tkachuk distances himself from an AI-enhanced White House video in which he appears to disparage Canadians, saying "those words would never come out of my mouth".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ap0x4w6

Thursday, 26 February 2026

North Korea could 'get along' with US, says Kim Jong Un

Kim said they could get along if the US accepts that Pyongyang's nuclear weapons are here to stay.

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Real Madrid condemn fan for alleged Nazi salute

Real Madrid launch an investigation after a supporter allegedly performed a Nazi salute before the club's Champions League win against Benfica on Wednesday.

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

Wednesday, 25 February 2026

England worse than Wales? - Six Nations half term report

At the halfway stage of the Six Nations, Rugby Special's John Barclay and Sam Warburton dish out their report cards for every team so far and give their predictions for what we could see in the rest of the tournament.

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

Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Love Island winners revealed after drama-filled All Stars series

The third series of the ITV2 dating show spin-off saw six American bombshells enter halfway through.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/2oX4Pnl

I reported rape in Hong Kong, now I could face prison

Isabel Rose, 25, was arrested hours after she reported being raped to Hong Kong police.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/uT1gajr

Monday, 23 February 2026

Littler wins in Poland despite Van Veen nine-darter

Luke Littler wins the Poland Darts Open title despite a nine-dart finish in the final from Gian van Veen.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Buz46QX

What is SEND and how many children get support?

The government is due to publish plans to reform the special educational needs system in a new White Paper.

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

Sunday, 22 February 2026

GB's Atkin claims halfpipe bronze as Gu wins gold

Great Britain's Zoe Atkin takes bronze in the women's halfpipe final as China's Eileen Gu takes gold at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

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

Son lived with mum's body for months after Covid lockdown let him hide murder

Judith Rhead was bludgeoned to death by her son, who was meant to be her carer during Covid.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/IQX4HKt

'Amazing!' - Klaebo sets record for most golds won at a single Winter Olympics

Norway's Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo sets the record for the most golds won at a single Winter Olympics, winning his sixth, and the 11th of his career, in the men's 50km mass start.

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

Saturday, 21 February 2026

Trump's Tariffs... Trump attacks the Supreme Court over tariff ban

A breaking episode of Americast as POTUS takes on SCOTUS

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

Tumbler Ridge suspect's ChatGPT account banned before shooting

OpenAI said the account's activity did not meet the threshold to flag it to authorities when it was identified.

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

'Stay humble' - Glasner reacts to fan backlash as future in doubt

Sources tell BBC Sport that Crystal Palace's board is considering Oliver Glasner's future at the club.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/hNa2Yjc

Friday, 20 February 2026

'Best ski season in years' on Scotland's snowy hills

Some of Scotland's mountain resorts say it has been the best winter snowsports season in six years.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/DSzm3Xk

Deportation of Chagos Islanders blocked by judge

A court upholds a challenge about the lawfulness of the orders to remove four men who travelled to the territory.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/UxWQ2iA

Thursday, 19 February 2026

Italy defeat puts GB's men into curling semi-finals

Team GB's men's curlers are now just two victories away from a remarkable Winter Olympic gold after sneaking into Thursday's semi-finals in Cortina.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/gG9SxZl

Starmer appoints Dame Antonia Romeo as head of UK civil service

Dame Antonia will be the first woman to hold the post and replaces Sir Chris Wormald as the UK's top civil servant.

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

Wednesday, 18 February 2026

Cynthia Erivo ignores online criticism as Dracula gets mixed reviews

The Wicked star appears in a one-woman version of the classic horror story in London's West End.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/nVj7Wys

What do curlers do when they're not at the Olympics?

Lifting weights like sprinters, strategising like chess players, and fuelling like Tour de France cyclists, the life of a Team GB curler.

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

Tuesday, 17 February 2026

Edith Bowman says stolen suitcase containing granddad's ashes found empty

The radio DJ says she is "utterly devastated" at the loss of two "precious" rings inside.

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

Met using e-bikes and drones to catch phone thieves

The force has also warned young children are being targeted over social media to steal phones.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/rfE3aiO

Monday, 16 February 2026

GB curlers rise to occasion to keep semi hopes alive

Team GB's women curlers deliver their best stuff in the biggest moment as they beat Denmark to keep alive their Winter Olympics semi-final hopes.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/BuTq3AN

Government looking into claims Labour think tank ordered investigation into journalists

The think tank paid a company at least £30,000 to investigate the origins of a story about undeclared donations.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/842X51f

Sunday, 15 February 2026

Error-strewn England flunk oldest Test at Murrayfield

Captain Maro Itoje says England must "learn our lesson and move forward" after their attempt to salvage something from a slow start against Scotland is fatally undermined by a string of errors.

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

Labour face tough fight in Gorton and Denton by-election

Labour is in a tough fight with Reform UK and the Greens in previously safe seat Gorton and Denton.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/M4R0Bcu

Saturday, 14 February 2026

Tucker's 94 keeps Ireland's World Cup hopes alive

Stand-in captain Lorcan Tucker hits an unbeaten 94 to lead Ireland to a 96-run win over Oman at the T20 World Cup.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/zPV4Ss2

Friday, 13 February 2026

Brilliant Muzarabani helps Zimbabwe stun Australia

Blessing Muzarabani claims a superb 4-17 as Zimbabwe held their nerve to stun Australia with a thrilling 23-run win in the T20 World Cup.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/x0ecXvs

Thursday, 12 February 2026

Lucky break that changed Alexander-Arnold's Real future

Trent Alexander-Arnold endured a difficult start at Real Madrid but his prospects are looking up - and it might earn him a ticket to the World Cup.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/tsC71cW

Wednesday, 11 February 2026

Pilates pain and spotting space - how Ford stays in England fly-half fight at 32

George Ford has looked in some unlikely places to find the edge on his Six Nations opponents and internal rivals for England's 10 shirt

from BBC News https://ift.tt/awN4WmJ

Tuesday, 10 February 2026

Cricket behind times on coaches' on-field influence - Buttler

Cricket may be behind the times with innovation and how involved coaches are with on-field decisions, says England wicketkeeper Jos Buttler.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/58wHQgC

Buy an island for £350k... but you must wade across an estuary to reach it

The 17-acre Ynys Gifftan is available to buy, but waterproofs are a must as it lies in an estuary.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/B6QSWLi

Monday, 9 February 2026

Musicians battle to convert 10-second viral clip listeners into Spotify fans

A 10 second part of a song can go viral - but this is no guarantee anyone will listen to it in full.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/G5zqZrD

Sunday, 8 February 2026

Seifert half-century helps NZ beat Afghanistan

New Zealand pull off their highest run chase in T20 World Cup history as they open their Group D campaign with a five-wicket win over Afghanistan.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/KYmgPH1

Saturday, 7 February 2026

I was full of shame after being sacked for having endometriosis

Sanju Pal wins an employment appeal tribunal that could affect how employers can treat staff with endometriosis.

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

Ski jumpers sceptical of penis injection reports

Norwegian ski jumpers are sceptical of reports that male athletes are injecting their penises in a bid to improve sporting performance.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/hDUXCQ2

Friday, 6 February 2026

How all-time great Casemiro revived his Man Utd career

Casemiro's Manchester United career looked to be petering out, but the veteran midfielder has found a return to form this season.

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

Thursday, 5 February 2026

Scotland leave out Van der Merwe, Kinghorn & Graham

Duhan van der Merwe, Darcy Graham and Blair Kinghorn are left out of Scotland's side for the Six Nations opener against Italy.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/gi90amb

Wednesday, 4 February 2026

'Quite annoying that we keep going on and on about it' - McCullum defends squad

In a wide-ranging interview, Brendon McCullum talks about Harry Brook's altercation with a nightclub bouncer and the criticism of England's off-field behaviour.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/t1DLYch

Tuesday, 3 February 2026

What impact might 'unprecedented' Six Nations schedule have?

Coaches may need to call on more players and there might be fewer underdog stories as a new Six Nations schedule is launched.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/eRi3fTH

Monday, 2 February 2026

Jacquet set for Liverpool medical before £60m move

Liverpool agree a £60m deal with Rennes for defender Jeremy Jacquet, with the player set to join the Reds in the summer.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/A0OwEQ5

Infrared scans shed light on Anne Boleyn portrait

Hever Castle says Boleyn's hands are included to rebut "hostile rumours" she had extra fingers.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/rTY1S4w

Sunday, 1 February 2026

The most powerful woman in football - meet game's first female super agent

Super agent Rafaela Pimenta looks after some of the biggest names in the game. She has been speaking exclusively to the BBC

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

Saturday, 31 January 2026

Boffey runs second fastest indoor 800m by Briton

Isabelle Boffey runs the second fastest ever 800m indoors by a British woman, clocking one minute 57.43 seconds to win at the BU Terrier Classic in Boston.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/eGNAr2S

Sea search for missing girl 'hindered by storm'

Inaayah Makda was hit by a wave as she and her parents sat on a beach in Morocco, her family says.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/qHGXB1j

'Lemsips stacked up in fight week' - from hypochondria to world title contender

British light-middleweight Josh Kelly tells BBC Sport about how he won his battle with chronic hypochondria to emerge as a world title contender.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Skt9mUJ

Friday, 30 January 2026

Sutton's predictions v boxer Francesca Hennessy

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on boxer Francesca Hennessy and AI with his predictions for this week's Premier League fixtures.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/65W0gou

Thursday, 29 January 2026

Sabalenka storms to fourth Australian Open final in a row

Aryna Sabalenka keeps her cool to storm past Elina Svitolina and reach a fourth Australian Open final in a row.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ePz1sAo

Senegal boss Thiaw banned after Afcon final chaos

Senegal manager Pape Thiaw his banned for five games after the chaotic scenes during the Africa Cup of Nations final against Morocco.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/C8rMVqZ

Wednesday, 28 January 2026

France prop Atonio retires after 'cardiac event'

France prop Uini Atonio is forced to retire after he was admitted to an intensive care unit following a "cardiac event".

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

What does a town do when 8m more people need the loo?

The system that will deal with sewage from Universal UK does not currently have capacity.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/GV726eW

Tuesday, 27 January 2026

Labour MPs call for halt to business rate rise for music venues

Nearly 50 MPs have written to the chancellor calling for music venues to be exempted from a hike in business rates.

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

Barca president unhappy at teen's 'unpleasant' PSG move

PSG sign 18-year-old Barcelona midfielder Dro Fernandez, with the Spanish side's president calling the situation around the transfer "unpleasant".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/t2P9FDh

Monday, 26 January 2026

Israel to reopen Gaza crossing after search for last dead hostage's body ends

Israel's military says its troops are searching for the remains of Ran Gvili, reportedly at a cemetery in northern Gaza.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/mOv6r8x

Class bias should be illegal, culture review says

More than 50% of respondents to a survey on the creative sector say they experienced class bias.

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

Sunday, 25 January 2026

Mensik withdrawal sends Djokovic into last eight

Novak Djokovic moves through to the Australian Open quarter-finals as fourth-round opponent Jakub Mensik pulls out with an abdominal injury.

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

Saturday, 24 January 2026

Part of historic pier washes away in 'wild' storm

The town's mayor says the resort took a "battering" overnight with the historic pier damaged.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/0c1u9vb

'It breaks my heart' - two-time champion Osaka withdraws through injury

Two-time champion Naomi Osaka withdraws from the Australian Open shortly before she was due to play home qualifier Maddison Inglis.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/bWLCj5n

Friday, 23 January 2026

Why Rams will halt my old friend's journey to brink of Super Bowl

NFL analyst Phoebe Schecter explains why she feels Los Angeles will deny Seattle's British coach a spot in Super Bowl 60, and reacts to Buffalo's coaching change.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ap2NnQV

Thursday, 22 January 2026

Would Man Utd 2008 really 'batter' Arsenal 2026?

After being challenged by Theo Walcott, Wayne Rooney said the Manchester United side of 2008 would "batter" the current Arsenal team.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/QDkB3vI

Wednesday, 21 January 2026

In pictures: Northern lights dazzle for second night across the UK

After a strong geomagnetic storm on the Sun earlier this week, the aurora was spotted for the second night in a row across the UK

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z6HYwTn

Tuesday, 20 January 2026

Father-to-be Ruud ready to leave Melbourne early

Norway's Casper Ruud says he "probably won't be here the next day" if his wife goes into labour during the Australian Open.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/ylaA3cR

Monday, 19 January 2026

How cue 'from Father Christmas' helped Wilson win Masters

How Kyren Wilson went from being close to a "mental breakdown" during a match to winning the Masters in the space of six weeks.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/AGn5lxE

Results, fans, fall-outs - factors that lead to managerial pressure

From bad results to a clash with a club's owners - BBC Sport takes a look at some of the factors that lead to managers coming under pressure.

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

Sunday, 18 January 2026

Some near misses, but Middlesbrough fan makes it to every match since 1996

Nick Waites celebrates his 1,400th consecutive match, but admits he has had some "very close calls".

from BBC News https://ift.tt/IjF4SaL

Spurs chiefs consider Frank's future as manager

Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank is under significant internal scrutiny with the club considering calling time on his seven-month reign.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/iXNpe4Y

Saturday, 17 January 2026

San Francisco event aims to top 135,000 record crowd

Plans to stage the most attended event in boxing history are announced by live sports entertainment organisation iVisit Boxing (iVB).

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Tf0IdOV

Friday, 16 January 2026

China and Canada announce tariffs relief after a high-stakes meeting between Carney and Xi

Canola oil and electric cars are at the centre of the deal agreed by Mark Carney and Xi Jinping after years of strained ties.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/bg78K3i

'Cautiously optimistic' or 'no progress'? - players divided on Slam demands

As players demand greater reward from the Grand Slams, some are optimistic about progress. Others are not so sure.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/K3u7zXP

Thursday, 15 January 2026

Trump v China: How Oil Is Defining Great Power Politics

What is this new era of global politics and where it does it leave Europe?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/sOaru2h

'It blows me away sometimes' - how a British coach is Super Bowl contender

After blazing a trail from the British amateur game to the NFL, Aden Durde is two wins from the Super Bowl and could become Britain's first head coach.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/MK0EvIJ

Wednesday, 14 January 2026

Hasty or a shrewd move? Madrid in shock at swift Arbeloa appointment

Many Real Madrid fans are in shock at Alvaro Arbeloa's appointment as manager - is it a hasty move or a shrewd decision?

from BBC News https://ift.tt/B9kORGN

Tuesday, 13 January 2026

Harry Styles teases fourth album with cryptic posters

The posters bear the message "we belong together", superimposed over a photo of fans taken during his last world tour.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/YhGqK3Z

Carrick to bring in Holland as assistant at Man Utd

Michael Carrick agrees to become Manchester United interim head coach - and former England assistant manager Steve Holland is set to be his number two.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/e8BrlKL

Monday, 12 January 2026

GB's Evans out in first round of Melbourne qualifying

Dan Evans is one of four Britons to lose in the first round of Australian Open qualifying at Melbourne Park.

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

Ai, Japanese chimpanzee who counted and painted, dies at 49

Ai's cognitive abilities had been studied extensively since she was brought to a Japanese institute in 1977.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Od4H6GK

Sunday, 11 January 2026

Adventurer's 'mixed feelings' as 36,000 mile journey nears end

Karl Bushby, from Hull, is sketching out the final path of his 36,000-mile journey.

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

I never saw young women on Epstein visits, Mandelson tells BBC

In his first interview since being sacked as the UK's US ambassador, Lord Mandelson also says he does not believe Donald Trump will take Greenland by force.

from BBC News https://ift.tt/Bm8Qu3N

Saturday, 10 January 2026

After Venezuela, what next for Trump?

US seizes Maduro, while Trump eyes up next targets

from BBC News https://ift.tt/C4Eyez6

England's Stanway to leave Bayern in summer

England international Georgia Stanway will leave Bayern Munich upon the expiry of her contract at the end of the season.

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

Man dies after tree falls onto caravan during Storm Goretti

Police say a man in his 50s died in the incident in Helston during Storm Goretti.

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

Friday, 9 January 2026

Macclesfield's 'massive occasion' tinged with sadness

Non-league Macclesfield host holders Crystal Palace in the FA Cup on Saturday, 25 days after the death of their player Ethan McLeod.

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Thursday, 8 January 2026

Unloved in PE, ignored at top - what is cross country's future?

Cross country evokes miserable school memories for many, while top athletes focus on Olympic disciplines instead - what is its future?

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Reality TV star Spencer Pratt announces run for LA mayor

His longshot bid comes on the anniversary of a wildfire that destroyed his home in the Pacific Palisades area.

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Wednesday, 7 January 2026

Why the NFL play-offs are the 'most unusual' in years

Even NFL veterans are struggling to call this season's play-offs, with so many big names out and an array of young stars ready to battle for Super Bowl glory.

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McCullum and Key will be given chance to retain England roles

Head coach Brendon McCullum and director of cricket Rob Key will be given the chance to stay on and show they can improve the England set-up.

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Tuesday, 6 January 2026

'Sydney is a city of endings – this felt like another'

England's meek performance on day three of the fifth Ashes Test felt like the end of an era, says Stephan Shemilt.

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Monday, 5 January 2026

Bluefin tuna fetches record $3.2m at Tokyo auction

The 243kg fish went to a man known as the Tuna King, who said "the year's first tuna brings good luck".

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Sunday, 4 January 2026

Sheff Utd v Oxford among numerous EFL games off

Sunday's Championship game between Sheffield United and Oxford United is one of numerous EFL matches postponed because of frozen pitches.

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Drones used to carry blood in trial aimed at saving lives

It is hoped the project could lead to drones delivering life-saving help to the scenes of accidents.

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Saturday, 3 January 2026

Watch: Earthquake interrupts Mexico's president during news conference

The 6.5 magnitude trembler shook buildings and set off the country's earthquake alert system.

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Women's game did not need 'Battle of Sexes' - Swiatek

Iga Swiatek says tennis did not need the 'Battle of the Sexes' between Nick Kyrgios and Aryna Sabalenka as the women's game "stands on its own".

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Friday, 2 January 2026

Congestion charge for EV drivers comes into effect in London

Pure battery-powered EVs are no longer eligible for a 100% discount on the congestion charge.

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Thursday, 1 January 2026

Threatening, durable, learning - what makes Starc elite?

Mitchell Starc has tormented England through the 2025-26 Ashes series, so what makes him so good and what new tricks have revived his career?

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