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How Leicester went from Premier League champions to League One in a decade

Ten years ago, Leicester were days away from winning the Premier League. Next season, they will play in League One. How? from BBC News https://ift.tt/BpPRqhL via IFTTT

The Prime Minister v Olly Robbins

Sacked Foreign Office chief describes 'dismissive' attitude to Mandelson vetting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aL6INuj via IFTTT

MPs Grill Starmer Over Mandelson (Again)

PM defends his actions over the appointment of Mandelson. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z14aXVi via IFTTT

Will lack of a ruthless match-winner cost Arsenal the title?

Arsenal's lack of killer instinct is looking like it could damage their chance of a first league title in 22 years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h5JOqj7 via IFTTT

Arteta must prove he won't be remembered as Arsenal's 'nearly man'

Arsenal and manager Mikel Arteta may still have a season of glory - but must prove they are not 'nearly men' after Manchester City loss, says chief football writer Phil McNulty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QxRerKH via IFTTT

How Hampton's heroics bailed out Lionesses in win against Iceland

Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton says she just "did my job" in pulling off three crucial late saves as England held on to beat Iceland 1-0. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pYfsluX via IFTTT

Howe's biggest Newcastle challenge yet? Can he survive?

Newcastle are languishing in 14th place in the Premier League following defeat by Bournemouth. Will manager Eddie Howe turn it around? from BBC News https://ift.tt/AtIPmj5 via IFTTT

Carrick leaves door open for Rashford return

Michael Carrick says there has been no decision made on the Manchester United future of Marcus Rashford, who has spent the season on loan at Barcelona. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t34Kfg2 via IFTTT

O'Sullivan chasing eighth Crucible title aged 50

In 2001, Ronnie O'Sullivan won his first World Snooker Championship. Now, a quarter of a century later, the Rocket is aiming for a record-breaking eighth title. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cIj0ShU via IFTTT

Mental stress led to anti-doping charge - Vondrousova

Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova is charged with refusing a doping test by the ITIA in an incident the Czech player said happened as she had "reached a breaking point after months of physical and mental stress". from BBC News https://ift.tt/FSaUYhI via IFTTT

School shootings a new trauma for Turkey as nation mourns

An expert tells the BBC the attack in Kahramanmaras was a tragedy but "not a surprise". from BBC News https://ift.tt/mXpSk8J via IFTTT

Clayton beats Littler in Rotterdam to extend lead

Jonny Clayton delights the Rotterdam crowd as he beats Luke Littler 6-4 to extend his lead at the top of the Premier League table. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4vKQGFw via IFTTT

Mandelson Failed Security Vetting…Who Knew What, When?

Starmer did not know Mandelson failed vetting, government says from BBC News https://ift.tt/8EyMZrL via IFTTT

Guler scores in opening minute after mistake from Neuer

Arda Guler pounces on a loose pass from Manuel Neuer to level the tie between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final second leg at the Allianz Arena. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q5nV63w via IFTTT

Players told LIV Golf to run 'for many years' amid collapse rumours

Sergio Garcia says LIV Golf's players were told earlier this year the event would run for "many years" as rumours swirl the Saudi-backed venture is on the verge of collapse. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YTndlvS via IFTTT

Slot fears Ekitike injury is 'really bad'

Liverpool boss Arne Slot says Hugo Ekitike's injury 'looks really bad' after the France striker was taken off on a stretcher during Tuesday's Champions League loss to Paris St-Germain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HbJ6F3N via IFTTT

US-Kuwaiti journalist detained in Kuwait after social media posts, watchdog says

Ahmed Shihab-Eldin is understood to be facing charges including spreading false information, the Committee to Protect Journalists says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9lGiZjd via IFTTT

Can we afford to keep the UK safe?

Former Nato chief warns UK's national security 'in peril'. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OlRChJj via IFTTT

The "Systemic Failures" Before The Southport Attack

Inquiry finds Southport killer's family and authorities could have prevented attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YdlHyT5 via IFTTT

'I'm not blind' - Howe 'accountable' for loss after three-week break

Eddie Howe says he is "accountable" for Newcastle's defeat by Crystal Palace after three weeks without a game. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ES4qR5I via IFTTT

Fury dominates Makhmudov and calls out Joshua next

Tyson Fury marks his return to the heavyweight mix with a composed points win over Arslanbek Makhmudo, before immediately turning ringside to call out Anthony Joshua. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mfrORw2 via IFTTT

Fortune favours the brave - will Slot start Ngumoha against PSG?

Liverpool's 17-year-old star Rio Ngumoha stole the show against Fulham - will Arne Slot now start him against PSG? from BBC News https://ift.tt/9LjasoW via IFTTT

Knifeman calling himself 'Lucifer' slashes three at NYC's Grand Central

Police fatally shot the assailant after he ignored at least 20 demands to drop the weapon, said NYPD. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nKDF631 via IFTTT

Teenager Suryavanshi smashes 15-ball fifty in IPL

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 15, continues his astonishing run of form in the IPL as Rajasthan Royals beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by six wickets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o1nkOhT via IFTTT

Jolly Fury takes aim at heavyweight rivals & even Spurs

A jolly Tyson Fury delivers typically theatrical monologue as he takes aim at rival heavyweights and even a struggling Premier League club. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zJFGPIe via IFTTT

GB's Stojsavljevic, 17, set for Billie Jean King Cup debut

17-year-old Mika Stojsavljevic will make her Billie Jean King Cup debut for Great Britain this week in a qualifying tie against Australia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e2CIvcT via IFTTT

Lidl begins building its first ever pub

The development is an unusual consequence of Northern Ireland's strict licensing laws. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lUj4xTI via IFTTT

Late Havertz goal gives Arsenal first-leg win over Sporting

Arsenal's Kai Havertz scores in stoppage-time to secure a 1-0 victory for the Gunners against Sporting CP, in their Champions League quarter-final first-leg. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lEUj3kX via IFTTT

US-Iran Ceasefire Agreed (For Now)

US & Iran agree a ceasefire but how long will it last? from BBC News https://ift.tt/yPoJInC via IFTTT

Rahm confident he will play at 2027 Ryder Cup

Jon Rahm is confident he will be in Europe's team to face the United States in next year's Ryder Cup despite currently being ineligible to play. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vV6ltPp via IFTTT

Boulter suffers first-round exit to Ruse in Austria

Britain's Katie Boulter suffers a first-round defeat to Romania's Elena-Gabriela Ruse at the Upper Austria Ladies Linz Open. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zTHWpnS via IFTTT

Bayern face waiting game on 'very special' Kane

Bayern Munich are waiting on the fitness of "very special" Harry Kane to see if he can lead their challenge to overcome Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zesjxqg via IFTTT

Leeds beat West Ham on penalties in thriller to reach FA Cup semis

Leeds United survive West Ham's fightback from 2-0 down to 2-2 as a penalty shootout victory sends the West Yorkshire side to their first FA Cup semi-final since 1987. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qsLT5vF via IFTTT

Britain's Cameron becomes two-weight world champion

Britain's Chantelle Cameron put on a dominant performance to beat Michaela Kotaskova and claim the vacant WBO light-middleweight world title at the Olympia in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RIzE1gW via IFTTT

Sale hold off Quins comeback to reach Champions Cup last eight

Sale Sharks hold off a second-half comeback from Harlequins to progress to the Champions Cup quarter-finals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gpxOo31 via IFTTT

Rohl won't watch title rivals as Rangers take top spot

As Rangers move to the top of the Scottish Premiership for the first time this season, head coach Danny Rohl is "convinced" they can finish the job. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JvY7ygU via IFTTT

Leeds beat Bradford to go top of Super League

Leeds Rhinos move to the top of Super League as they earn a derby victory over Bradford Bulls at Odsal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vtxp1KD via IFTTT

Bielle-Biarrey named men's Six Nations best player

France wing Louis Bielle-Biarrey wins the Player of the Championship award for the 2026 Men's Six Nations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rCZ2hm6 via IFTTT

Brook and Bethell cautioned over conduct on NZ tour

England white-ball captain Harry Brook and all-rounder Jacob Bethell are given a caution notice over their conduct on the tour of New Zealand last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pRek0u9 via IFTTT