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".

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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".

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

And his purge of top generals at the Pentagon

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Nick Rockett withdrawn from Grand National

Last year's winner Nick Rockett is withdrawn from this weekend's Grand National at Aintree.

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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.

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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.

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Murder arrests after man dies outside cocktail bar

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

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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?

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'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.

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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.

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Ex-England defender Trippier to leave Newcastle

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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