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England can play on NZ memories of 2022 - Southee

England can play on New Zealand memories of a remarkable Test at Trent Bridge in 2022 to turn around their series decider in Nottingham, according to assistant coach Tim Southee. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m6eH3M4 via IFTTT

No hiding place as England again drink in last-chance saloon

There no excuses now England have their captain back and their best XI available for series decider against New Zealand, writes Stephan Shemilt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KAE1eWd via IFTTT

England beat West Indies to secure semi-final place

England ease into the T20 World Cup semi-finals with a game to spare by comprehensively beating West Indies by 38 runs at Lord's. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UhkPmqj via IFTTT

What The UK's Biggest Maternity Review Tells Us About Maternity Care

A review has found “systemic failures” in maternity care at a hospital in Nottingham. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3vshDrQ via IFTTT

Chelsea close in on Palestra as Alonso's first signing

Chelsea are set to sign Atalanta defender Marco Palestra for a fee in excess of £43m. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ipPEyBQ via IFTTT

Portugal thrash Uzbekistan as Ronaldo scores twice to make history

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes the first player to score in six World Cups as his double helps Portugal thrash Uzbekistan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XSoplmL via IFTTT

Messi makes World Cup history as Argentina reach last 32

Lionel Messi becomes the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer as his double against Austria sends holders Argentina into the last 32. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j4ytC5E via IFTTT

Olympic and Paralympic stars back Northern Games bid

A group of current and former British Olympians and Paralympians back a proposed north of England bid to host the Games, claiming it has "a passion for sport like no other place". from BBC News https://ift.tt/7KnzaSL via IFTTT

The questions facing England after awful fortnight

As English cricket deals with the fallout of an extraordinary two weeks, BBC cricket correspondent Stephan Shemilt explores the questions hanging over the entire England set-up. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7vH9zLB via IFTTT

Lamine Yamal shows why this could be his World Cup

Spain looked an instantly better team with Lamine Yamal in the side, with the 18-year-old showing why this could be his World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RbPTwFy via IFTTT

Lamine Yamal shows why this could be his World Cup

Spain looked an instantly better team with Lamine Yamal in the side, with the 18-year-old showing why this could be his World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RbPTwFy via IFTTT

Impressive England beat Scotland to close on semis

England's batting sparkles again as the hosts close on a place in the T20 World Cup semi-finals with an 38-run victory over Scotland at Headingley. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IXsW2GK via IFTTT

Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty announce they are expecting first child

The news comes six months after Gordon Ramsay's daughter and the Olympic champion married in a star-studded ceremony at Bath Abbey. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PYnjrAv via IFTTT

Netherlands thrash Sweden to all but guarantee last 32 place

Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo score two goals apiece as the Netherlands cruise past Sweden 5-1 to all but mathematically guarantee a place in the last 32 of the World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M3T1lX6 via IFTTT

England feel the heat with New Zealand in total control of third Test

Henry Nicholls finishes unbeaten on 119 as New Zealand end day three with a lead of 352, and still seven wickets in hand as they take complete control of the second Test against England at The Oval. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qb8OWfF via IFTTT

Nike v Adidas - the World Cup brand battle

Eye-watering budgets are nothing new, but this year both Nike and Adidas have gone bigger and bolder than ever before in the fight for World Cup attention. from BBC News https://ift.tt/abkDvXz via IFTTT

England winger Saka unlikely to start against Ghana

England head coach Thomas Tuchel hints that Bukayo Saka is unlikely to be in contention to start against Ghana on Tuesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BlC1pmH via IFTTT

Obamas host star-studded opening of Chicago presidential centre

The campus opens to the public this weekend with a museum, community amenities and more to honour the 44th US president. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sQbjDLm via IFTTT

What Iran and US get from deal and why both could struggle to keep it

BBC analysts assess the claims by both Washington and Tehran to have won a victory with the deal to end their war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9A6285F via IFTTT

Stokes could return as captain for third Test against NZ

Ben Stokes could return as England captain as early as next week for the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vTBkw5R via IFTTT

Teen accused of girl's murder expelled from school hours before her death, court hears

A teenage boy is accused of fatally stabbing nine-year-old Aria Thorpe at her Weston-super-Mare home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aVryz24 via IFTTT

DR Congo earn World Cup point against Portugal

DR Congo come from behind to hold Portugal to a 1-1 draw in their Group K match at the Houston Stadium in the Fifa World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vjsvg5U via IFTTT

Cape Verde - Scotland's template against Morocco?

Former Scotland players Neil McCann and Willie Miller share their thoughts on how Steve Clarke's side might find success against Morocco. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gMnWXqz via IFTTT

I'll keep gambling with fitness for England - Saka

Bukayo Saka says he will continue gambling with his fitness and is "ready to go" for England's World Cup opener against Croatia on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NrP2GJk via IFTTT

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is Trump still fit for the job on his 80th birthday?

Donald Trump is now the second oldest president in US history from BBC News https://ift.tt/1Ub5l2n via IFTTT

Havertz scores twice as Germany thrash Curacao

Four-time winners Germany overcome a brief scare from World Cup debutants Curacao before turning on the style to win their Group E opener in Houston. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dLOgjen via IFTTT

Switzerland stunned by late Qatar equaliser

Qatar's Boualem Khoukhi scores a stoppage-time equaliser to earn his country their first ever World Cup point against Switzerland in San Francisco. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iv2DKFm via IFTTT

Was there an offside in build up to Switzerland penalty?

Breel Embolo puts Switzerland 1-0 up against Qatar from the penalty spot, after the Swiss were awarded a penalty with Remo Freuler appearing to be offside before he was fouled by Qatar goalkeeper Mahmoud Abunada. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vOKpRMd via IFTTT

Iran win four staff visa appeals but 11 banned

Four members of Iran's World Cup delegation win appeals against having their visa applications rejected but 11 staff remain banned from travelling to the United States. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1SPAeaq via IFTTT

Lukic heads Bosnia in front against Canada

Jovo Lukic heads Bosnia in front against co-hosts Canada in the opening game in Group B at the Toronto Stadium in the 2026 World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jrwMF2x via IFTTT

Defence coach Edwards negotiating France exit

Shaun Edwards' departure from France's national team is being negotiated after nearly seven years on their staff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OdeCaq4 via IFTTT

Fireworks illuminate Barcelona's Sagrada Família during Pope visit

Pope Leo XIV says Barcelona's iconic Sagrada Família is a masterpiece of "stones, colours and light" during his visit to Spain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/awz1ZgX via IFTTT

My wife's 'unadoptable' baby was left to die at unmarried mothers' home

A new report condemning an unmarried mothers' home is welcomed by survivors and relatives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u8PLtli via IFTTT

Real Madrid's £130m Alvarez bid rejected

Real Madrid make an offer of 150m euros (£130m) for striker Julian Alvarez, but city rivals Atletico Madrid turn it down. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jv6y3lG via IFTTT

Farage says Reform has contacted X 'to highest level' over fake AI ads

The fake ads feature the governor of the Bank of England - the Bank has urged people to report them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aA07cHi via IFTTT

McGinn in the form of his life and now dancing to Scotland's tune

If Scotland hit the mark in their upcoming matches the way John McGinn does in front of the media then this could be a special World Cup for Steve Clarke's side, writes Tom English. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nPVcse7 via IFTTT

Americanswers… on 5 Live! Why did Trump walk out of his TV interview with Meet The Press?

And why is JD Vance posting about Henry Nowak? from BBC News https://ift.tt/8ltkmqV via IFTTT

Monaco great for Hamilton but no fairytale for Leclerc - driver ratings

BBC Radio 5 Live F1 commentator Harry Benjamin rates how the drivers performed during the Monaco Grand Prix. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2uANjFk via IFTTT

'I had the best and worst moments of my life on this court' - Zverev triumphs at last

Four years after exiting the French Open in a wheelchair, Alexander Zverev leaves it as the Roland Garros champion. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ia7XqTY via IFTTT

Antonelli-Russell contrast could hardly be more stark

In Monaco, "everything clicked" for Kimi Antonelli but his Mercedes team-mate George Russell was "beyond frustration" after another race without points. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HutBC6U via IFTTT

Chwalinska rewarded for '18 years of patience and perseverance'

Qualifier Maja Chwalinska reflects on how "18 years of hard work, patience and perseverance" took her to the brink of a fairytale French Open title. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0MuS4wY 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/nCZs0O4 via IFTTT

Tuchel will not let Tampa pitch affect selection

England head coach Thomas Tuchel says reports about the state of the pitch at the venue for his side's friendly against New Zealand will not influence team selection. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GyuMDqN via IFTTT

From Nescafe to Ted Lasso: Anthony Head's life in pictures

Anthony Head, who first came to public attention for his role in 1980s Nescafe ads, has died at the age of 72. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xCLaMW8 via IFTTT

Celtic fan groups state opposition to Keane

Several Celtic supporters clubs put their names to a statement opposing the potential appointment of Robbie Keane as manager because of the Irishman's previous role as Maccabi Tel Aviv head coach. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C2NnZ70 via IFTTT

Robinson's perfect return gives England edge over NZ

England's Ollie Robinson marked his return to Test cricket with four wickets at Lord's as New Zealand closed day one on 61-6, trailing the home side by 79 runs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v5HrpRd via IFTTT

Cobolli sets up all-Italian French Open semi-final

Flavio Cobolli battles past Felix Auger-Aliassime to reach his first major semi-final and ensure an Italian will play in Sunday's French Open showpiece. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZkMjgNs via IFTTT

England in serious debt after Ashes and repayment must start now

England have invested in Brendon McCullum once again but now it is time for his team to start paying back the faith, writes Stephan Shemilt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qwVmoQx via IFTTT

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Starmer says he 'felt sick' watching footage of Henry Nowak's arrest. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kxtPAXw via IFTTT

Love of tennis behind revival of injury-plagued Berrettini

A beaming Matteo Berrettini says tennis is the "love of my life" after reaching a Grand Slam quarter-final for the first time in almost four years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8g2HzTm via IFTTT

Arsenal eye Kroupi & Rogers - and a new Arteta deal

After their long-awaited Premier League title win, senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel assesses Arsenal's to-do list for this summer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oByilpg via IFTTT