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'A moment of real quality' - Nusa's sensational strike puts Norway ahead

Norway take the lead in their round of 32 tie against Ivory Coast after a brilliant strike from forward Antonio Nusa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jnZdyCx via IFTTT

Putin makes rare admission of fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian strikes

The Russian president acknowledged Ukraine's attacks were "obviously creating problems" but denied the shortages were "critical". from BBC News https://ift.tt/8szgTue via IFTTT

England heading for series defeat against NZ after chaotic day

England's cricketers are heading for a series defeat after a chaotic fourth day at Trent Bridge in the third Test against New Zealand, where the home side closed on 103-4, needing 270 runs to win and avoid a series defeat in Ben Stokes' last in charge, following his shock announcement that he'll be retiring from international cricket after the match. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jdfMaVJ via IFTTT

Retirement the best thing for me - Stokes

Ben Stokes describes the reasons for his international retirement as he says he became 'burned out' in the build-up to the summer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8WSLEU2 via IFTTT

'Every person saved is a miracle': Families call to trapped loved ones in region devastated by Venezuela quakes

Families keep vigil at buildings where they fear their loved ones are trapped, but face an impossible task to move heavy debris. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z7nFJ3I via IFTTT

Chelsea in talks to sign Sunderland's Xhaka

Sunderland say experienced midfielder Granit Xhaka is not for sale amid reports Chelsea have entered talks over a move. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GO9rUWy via IFTTT

England in huge danger in third Test against NZ

England’s deciding Test against New Zealand - and perhaps the future of the hosts’ management - hangs in the balance after a dramatic and fluctuating third day at Trent Bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lIcmy1e via IFTTT

Duckett & Stokes haul England back into third Test

Ben Duckett’s scintillating century builds on an inspirational spell from Ben Stokes to haul England back into the decisive third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k4FhbBx via IFTTT

Saracens' Auvaa not punished for Stokes incident

Saracens forward Totoa Auvaa is not sanctioned after he was involved in a nightclub incident with England cricket captain Ben Stokes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kvtiT20 via IFTTT

Women alleging rape and sexual assault in France call to abolish statute of limitations

More than 50 women are calling for the abolition of the statute of limitations which they say has prevented them seeking justice. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u0sFtNA via IFTTT

England strike late after huge NZ opening stand

England take two late wickets to hang in their decider against New Zealand on a brutal opening day of the third Test at Trent Bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3KJSbid via IFTTT

Belgium going out? Sutton's World Cup 2026 score predictions - final group games

BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the scores of the final set of group games at the 2026 World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YbkFVUo via IFTTT

Can Trump convince Republicans he’s won the war on Iran?

Republicans are critical of the US lifting sanctions against Iran from BBC News https://ift.tt/WT8jdMb via IFTTT

Trump to attend World Cup final and present trophy

United States president Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final and help present the trophy, says Fifa president Gianni Infantino. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a7s1oy5 via IFTTT

Man City close in on appointing Maresca as manager

Manchester City are closing in on the appointment of Enzo Maresca to succeed Pep Guardiola as manager. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CVdkQ6U via IFTTT

'Brilliant finish' - Messi becomes all-time leading World Cup scorer

Lionel Messi makes history as the all-time leading World Cup scorer, netting his 17th tournament goal during Argentina's game against Austria. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aeYZfzO via IFTTT

Yamal on target as Spain put four past Saudi Arabia

Lamine Yamal scored 10 minutes into his first World Cup start as Spain beat Saudi Arabia to register their first win of the tournament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WFpUQIk via IFTTT

'What a player!' - Kapp's unbeaten 81 stuns India

Marizanne Kapp makes a superb 81 off 45 balls for South Africa as they seal a vital victory over India at Old Trafford in the Women's T20 World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QIFedky via IFTTT

Saka trains alone as England prepare for Ghana game

Bukayo Saka was the only player not present in group training as England continued their preparations for their second World Cup match against Ghana. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7vnBiDP via IFTTT

Fifa alters how World Cup tables work - it changes everything

Fifa is using head-to-head records instead of group goal difference as the first tiebreaker for teams who are level on points at the World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pDmYUwT via IFTTT

England hit by Rew drops and Nicholls century

England’s parlous position in the second Test against New Zealand is compounded by drops from debutant wicketkeeper James Rew and a superb century by Henry Nicholls. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4GeyfBg via IFTTT

Lord Botham criticises Stokes for breaking curfew

Lord Botham criticises England captain Ben Stokes for breaking a team curfew and says there is no way to "justify what happened". from BBC News https://ift.tt/B2rFsAR via IFTTT

Verhoeven says appeal against loss to Usyk dismissed

Rico Verhoeven says his appeal against the result of his defeat by unified heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk last month has been dismissed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ODIF9B0 via IFTTT

England make good start despite Stokes' absence

England attempt to move on from the Ben Stokes controversy with a solid opening day of the second Test against New Zealand at The Oval. from BBC News https://ift.tt/om8ehtO via IFTTT

Tuchel's defensive gambles and what do they say about Alexander-Arnold?

England head coach Thomas Tuchel's high-risk defensive selection for World Cup exposed by Tino Livramento's injury as Trent Alexander-Arnold is snubbed again, says Phil McNulty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AlLjHyk via IFTTT

Vozinha heroics help Cape Verde hold Spain to goalless draw

European champions Spain were held to surprise 0-0 draw by debutants Cape Verde in their World Cup opener, with 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha producing a standout performance for his side in their Group H clash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v31gxpK via IFTTT

Anthropic to meet White House over AI tool suspension

The sudden meeting was called after Anthropic had to block users from just-released AI models. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F2QydaR via IFTTT

MP opens up on 30-year fight for period healthcare

White wants endometriosis diagnosis and treatment waiting times to be prioritised by the NHS. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kzoiO9r via IFTTT

Arbeloa, Mourinho, Silva trading places - with agent key to swaps

Alvaro Arbeloa, Jose Mourinho and Marco Silva are replacing each other at Fulham, Real Madrid and Benfica - with one super-agent key to the swaps. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8gqtaMs via IFTTT

The battle in rural America against AI data centres

Utah approves the world’s largest data centre (62sq miles) but opposition is growing from BBC News https://ift.tt/dkKpWvA via IFTTT

US-Iran deal scheduled to be signed on Sunday, says Trump

Before the US president's comments, Iran expressed caution about the exact timing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A1QW9lE via IFTTT

Fight is on for Hamilton as he and Russell reset successfully

Lewis Hamilton says "the fight is on" as he and fellow Briton George Russell prepare to start at the front in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XBwyTMv via IFTTT

Bellingham set to start, but no Guehi - England's expected team

Jude Bellingham is expected to start England's opening game of the 2026 World Cup, as Marc Guehi could start on the bench. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1mbHp4V via IFTTT

Palestine Action activists jailed over factory raid

The case is believed to be the first time that convictions for criminal damage have been classified as terrorism. from BBC News https://ift.tt/U5xL0wV via IFTTT

Boys' sentences for rape to be reviewed in July

The case has been referred to the Court of Appeal under the unduly lenient scheme. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tHIUC50 via IFTTT

Real Madrid reappoint Jose Mourinho on three-year deal

Real Madrid have confirmed the re-appointment of Jose Mourinho as head coach. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZQBhc0v via IFTTT

'In emergency, break glass' - England seek stability in Root

BBC cricket correspondent Stephan Shemilt explains why England turned to Joe Root to replace Ben Stokes as interim Test captain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q6kelJo via IFTTT

Williams' Queen's campaign in doubt after Mboko injury

Serena Williams' doubles campaign at Queen's is in doubt after Victoria Mboko suffers a knee injury in her singles match against Karolina Pliskova. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iKrIt8Z via IFTTT

Does referee case show Fifa has lost control of its own World Cup?

With referee Omar Artan denied entry to the United States and worries over staff and supporters being turned back, what does this tell us about the World Cup? from BBC News https://ift.tt/q8tF3Vf via IFTTT

Significant changes to new GSCEs in Wales likely after burnout concerns

The exams watchdog said it supported the decision to address concerns raised by teachers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J2kSq0Q via IFTTT

Watch: The Monday Night Club

Mark Chapman and guests debate this week's football. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vq8CWFd via IFTTT

Hamilton 'feels like I'm reminding people who I am'

Lewis Hamilton says he "feels like I'm having to remind people who I am" after finishing second in the Monaco Grand Prix. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Du671WB via IFTTT

Watch: Today at the Test, day four highlights

Day 4 highlights from the Test match between England and New Zealand. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3M7pO2G via IFTTT

Zverev beats Cobolli in tense French Open final for first Grand Slam title

Alexander Zverev finally lands the Grand Slam title that threatened to elude him after overcoming Flavio Cobolli and his own nerves to win the French Open. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WeoEfjd via IFTTT

'I want to thank myself' - Andreeva's journey to Grand Slam glory

Mirra Andreeva thanks her coach, her team and most importantly herself as she claims her first Grand Slam trophy at the French Open. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D8NVsuT via IFTTT

Russell perplexed by struggles having arrived in Monaco playing mind games

George Russell tried playing a few mind games with Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli but is now the one "scratching my head". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Hl1P5Fm via IFTTT

Watch: Today at the Test, day three highlights

Day 3 highlights from the Test match between England and New Zealand. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wtdl9UG via IFTTT

17 wickets fall as England take control on another action-packed day

England have a golden opportunity for victory in the first Test against New Zealand despite a chaotic collapse of four wickets for one run in 11 balls on the second day at Lord's. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4Tp5r9Z via IFTTT

Putin says there is 'no point' meeting Zelensky over ending Ukraine war

The Russian president's refusal comes after his Ukrainian counterpart wrote an open letter calling for face-to-face talks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X9ARrnN via IFTTT

Ex-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew missing, says lawyer

British lawyer David Haigh lost contact with Zeynab Javadli on Tuesday and the BBC has been told her home in Dubai is locked and empty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jdha3sW via IFTTT

Liverpool appoint Iraola as head coach

Liverpool appoint Andoni Iraola as their new head coach following the sacking of Arne Slot. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y8R9nHC via IFTTT

Watch Today at the Test: First Test, day one

Day 1 highlights from the Test match between England and New Zealand. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XaFxz65 via IFTTT

Israeli strikes kill nine in Lebanon as Hezbollah fires rockets over border

The incidents strain a partial ceasefire agreed by Israel and the Lebanese armed group on Monday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/As7hRbj via IFTTT

Most experience? Youngest? Best leagues? World Cup squads in numbers

BBC Sport look at all of the World Cup 2026 squads and answer some of the key questions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/69eCbMh via IFTTT

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What's happening on the ground in the Makerfield by-election campaign? from BBC News https://ift.tt/0dc9Py4 via IFTTT

Most experience? Youngest? Best leagues? World Cup squads in numbers

BBC Sport look at all of the World Cup 2026 squads and answer some of the key questions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/69eCbMh via IFTTT

No more delayed flag? Fifa adds new offside tech for World Cup

The delayed offside flag could almost become a thing of the past after Fifa unveiled new technology to be used at the 2026 World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/27MkTsg via IFTTT

'Difficult' day for passengers due to Tube strike

Transport for London apologises as commuters face another planned walkout on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l1spUJX via IFTTT

Starmer uses disappearing messages on his phone, No 10 confirms

A batch of messages between ministers and Lord Mandelson were published on Monday - but there were only a few from the prime minister. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iqaTIdw via IFTTT

Watch: Monday Night Club

Mark Chapman and guests debate this week's football. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NOBZlue via IFTTT

'Soldier' Joshua standing strong for friends' parents

British heavyweight Anthony Joshua is preparing for his next fight but says his priorty remains on standing strong for the parents of the close friends who died in a car accident. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NsE7Qni via IFTTT