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'Take a bow!' - Scottish Premiership's best goals of 2023

Watch the best strikes from the year that was in our compilation of the Scottish Premiership's greatest goals of 2023.

Photographer stops time to snap butterflies and birds

Andrew Fusek Peters says he takes more than 10,000 images to get one butterfly sequence in focus. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/JjwSlrb via IFTTT

Rangers ask for VAR audio release after Celtic loss

Rangers ask the Scottish FA to make VAR audio available in the lead up to what they believe was a penalty denied as they lost 2-1 to Celtic.

Tom Wilkinson's career in pictures: The Full Monty, Shakespeare in Love, Rush Hour and more

His credits ranged from British films like The Full Monty to Hollywood hits like Rush Hour. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/p0W4aL7 via IFTTT

Build-up to Friday's League One & Two action - live text

Listen to live Squad Goals commentary and follow live score & text updates from League One and League Two in the EFL.

Listen: Premiership - Bristol Bears v Exeter Chiefs

Listen to live BBC commentary as Bristol Bears host Exeter Chiefs in the Premiership.

Mullins wins treble on final day at Leopardstown

State Man claims a second Matheson Hurdle as trainer Willie Mullins ends the Leopardstown Christmas Festival with three victories on the final day.

Pedro penalties help Brighton beat Tottenham

Joao Pedro scores two penalties as a superb Brighton overcome Tottenham in the Premier League at the Amex Stadium.

'Tired' Spurs lacked energy - Postecoglou

Ange Postecoglou says his side gave it everything they could after a "tired" Spurs lose 4-2 at Brighton.

Spurs keeper Lloris in talks with MLS side LAFC

Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris is in talks to join Major League Soccer side Los Angeles FC on a free transfer, ending 11 years in north London.

At least 30 E.coli cases may be linked to recalled cheese - HSA

At least 30 cases of E.coli may be linked to Mrs Kirkham's cheese, the UK Health Security Agency says. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/5e9KldJ via IFTTT

Littler beats Campbell to reach last 16

Teenager Luke Littler cruises into the last 16 of his debut PDC World Championship with a comfortable win over Matt Campbell.

Storm Gerrit: Bumpy landing for plane at Heathrow airport

Pilots of an American Airlines flight encountered strong winds on arrival at London's Heathrow airport. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/fLy8pX7 via IFTTT

Scottish Premiership: Edinburgh derby among three surviving games

Six Scottish Premiership clubs are in action as Hibs and Hearts meet at Easter Road. Follow radio and text coverage.

Junior doctors' strike: Thousands of NHS appointments hit by walkout

The NHS is braced for its longest strike after last week's walkout caused nearly 89,000 cancellations. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/q4TL3nB via IFTTT

Wilder exasperated as Sheffield United 'chuck it away'

Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder says his side "chucked it away" after conceding two second-half own goals to lose 3-2 to Luton Town at Bramall Lane.

Boxing Day dip: Hundreds take plunge in RNLI event in Southend

Bathers dressed in Christmas outfits braved icy water to raise money for the RNLI. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/4CdVDpw via IFTTT

Richard Franklin: Doctor Who and Emmerdale star dies on Christmas Day

The 87-year-old - who also stood for parliament - died in his sleep, it has been confirmed. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/k5RneCK via IFTTT

Newspaper headlines: 'All is Fergiven' and 'Tories face new Farage threat'

Tuesday's Boxing Day front pages feature a range of images of the Royal Family at Sandringham. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/wDTqf2g via IFTTT

Tory MP Mike Freer's office hit by suspected arson attack

A fire broke out at the north London office of Mike Freer MP on Christmas Eve, police have confirmed. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/RnlxekJ via IFTTT

In pictures: Hundreds take part in Christmas Day sea dips in Suffolk

Swimmers - many dressed in festive costumers - raised money for charity in Felixstowe and Lowestoft. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/C0Q8qAF via IFTTT

Man City pursue River's Echeverri - Monday's Gossip

Manchester City advance talks for River Plate teenager Claudio Echeverri, Arsenal set Eddie Nketiah fee, Barcelona and Man City eye Andre, plus more.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe at Man Utd: Transfer window; Erik ten Hag; Jadon Sancho - what happens next?

What happens in the January transfer window? What about Old Trafford improvements? What about Erik ten Hag's future? Assessing the key issues for Sir Jim Ratcliffe at Man Utd. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/IVt4KEJ via IFTTT

'Who's refereeing who?' - Dyche confused by VAR decision

Everton manager Sean Dyche takes issue with the VAR decision that saw a goal for Dominic Calvert-Lewin ruled out for a foul in his side's 2-1 loss to Tottenham in the Premier League.

Murder probe after death of Ann Coll in Rutherglen

Ann Coll, 61, was found with serious injuries inside a flat in the early hours of Friday morning. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/mOQ9geY via IFTTT

Irish Premiership - text updates and clips from three matches

Live text updates and in-play clips from Larne v Loughgall, Linfield v Coleraine and Newry v Carrick in the Irish Premiership.

Lawyers told ministers schools trans advice was 'high risk'

Leaked document suggests lawyers warned government guidance puts schools at risk of being sued. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/8pETiRv via IFTTT

Glasgow & Edinburgh set for rugby's 'most popular derby'

Two matches eight days apart will decide the destination of the 1872 Cup - this is your comprehensive preview of the Glasgow v Edinburgh double bill.

Elle Edwards: Four more charged over Wirral pub shooting

The 26-year-old was shot dead outside a pub in Wirral on Christmas Eve last year. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/8PYtVvL via IFTTT

St Helens full-back Welsby signs new deal to 2027

Full-back Jack Welsby signs a new contract with St Helens until 2027, amid interest from Australia's elite NRL.

US Soccer rejects US Open Cup request from MLS

US Soccer rejects Major League Soccer's request to field their reserve teams in the knockout US Open Cup.

Brianna Ghey: The young killers who tried to get away with murder

The pair who killed Brianna Ghey in broad daylight arrogantly thought they were too clever to be caught. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/pIrJClz via IFTTT

Stoke appoint Plymouth manager Schumacher as boss

Championship strugglers Stoke City appoint Plymouth Argyle boss Steven Schumacher as their head coach.

Nottingham Forest sack Steve Cooper and hold talks with Nuno Espirito Santo

Nottingham Forest sack manager Steve Cooper with former Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo in talks to replace him. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/J8r20WE via IFTTT

Joshua doesn't have the heart to fight me - Wilder

Deontay Wilder believes Anthony Joshua is "75% afraid" to fight him, but says a bout between the former heavyweight champions is closer than it ever has been.

Championship: Dewsbury-Hall restores Leicester lead at Birmingham

Follow live score and text updates as Championship leaders Leicester City go to Wayne Rooney's Birmingham City.

Dalglish wins BBC Lifetime Achievement award

Liverpool and Scotland legend Sir Kenny Dalglish is to be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement award at BBC Sports Personality of the Year.

Ilkeston: Man who died after group hit by van named by police

Samuel Wilson, from Long Eaton, died after being hit by a van in Ilkeston, Derbyshire Police say. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/ZsEWrGw via IFTTT

Draw with Man Utd 'hurts' - Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says his side's 0-0 draw with Manchester United "hurts" after they missed the chance to return to the top of the Premier League.

Alex Batty: French couple give details about British teen’s life

Alex Batty is back in the UK after vanishing on a holiday in Spain in 2017 with his mother and grandfather. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/VyMghJe via IFTTT

Saracens & Gloucester-Hartpury keep up 100% starts

Premiership Women's Rugby leaders Saracens and reigning champions Gloucester-Hartpury win to maintain 100% records - round-up.

London's Ulez-scrapped cars cannot go to Ukraine, Sadiq Khan says

London's mayor says he cannot legally change the Ulez scheme and send scrapped vehicles to Ukraine. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/WDBSNRg via IFTTT

Belfast Giants v Manchester Storm - text updates

Live text commentary from the SSE Arena as the Belfast Giants host Manchester Storm in the Elite League.

Van de Beek set to join Eintracht Frankfurt on loan

Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek is set to join Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt on loan for the rest of the season when the transfer window opens in January.

Julian De Bono: CCTV released in search for missing Ipswich man

Police say they are extremely concerned for Julian De Bono, last seen near the River Gipping. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/IeCBbdS via IFTTT

Scott Benton: Lobbying sting MP plans to appeal against suspension

Scott Benton says an inquiry which found he breached standards rules was not fair or transparent. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/tvJ4f5c via IFTTT

Hyde Park gun attack plotter Edward Little lunges at detective

Edward Little has been sentenced to 16 years, after admitting preparing to commit acts of terrorism. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/0XvCPDc via IFTTT

Gang jailed for £1m cocaine-coated broom handle plot

Police said 30kg of cocaine was chemically converted into lacquer and used as broom handle varnish. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/hkRdx4p via IFTTT

Legia Warsaw fans banned for next five away games

Legia Warsaw are banned from selling tickets to their fans for five Uefa away games after the violence that marred the club's defeat at Aston Villa.

Lianne Gordon: Mother died trying to protect family, court hears

Lianne Gordon was shot by a teenager trying to force his way into her home, a court hears. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/seMmHDu via IFTTT

Premier League changes rules on long-term contracts

Premier League clubs agree to limit the period over which a player's transfer fee can be spread in their accounts to five years.

Border Force seize big cat body parts and crocodile blood

Thousands of illegal wildlife products have been intercepted coming into the UK. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/cMId1SH via IFTTT

Walthamstow: Kacey Boothe's killers found guilty of murder

Kammar Henry-Richards, Kay-O, boasted about killing rival gang member Kacey Boothe in a rap video. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/e8BAi0U via IFTTT

Pontypridd face potential 141-point deduction

Cymru Premier club Pontypridd United face a potential 141-point deduction, with six points already docked for player contract breaches.

Alicia Keys' surprise performance for London commuters

Watch the US artist sing and play on a public piano inside St Pancras International station. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/DaZ1Q2E via IFTTT

Wiffen breaks 800m freestyle short course world record

Daniel Wiffen breaks the 800m freestyle short course world record to take home his third gold medal at the European Short Course Championships in Romania.

Woman who died in A83 crash near Tarbert named by police

Amanda McAulay died at the scene after her blue Peugeot 107 and a white Vauxhall Mokka collided on the A83. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/dXAk6BM via IFTTT

GB win three more European Short Course gold medals

Great Britain's mixed 4x50m team, Abbie Wood and Matthew Richards all win gold medals on day five of the European Short Course Swimming Championships.

One at the back? Chelsea to open gap? - WSL preview

Could Everton be forced to play one at the back? Will Chelsea open a gap on Arsenal at the top of the league? BBC Sport picks out three things to look out for in the WSL this weekend.

Brianna Ghey: Accused tells court of 'dark fantasies' about torture

A girl accused of murdering Brianna Ghey says she began to fantasise about killing people at 14. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/HDAzh7g via IFTTT

Shane MacGowan: Tribute to 'trailblazer' at Tipperary funeral

The late Pogues singer is hailed as a poet as family, fans and famous friends mourn him in Tipperary. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/cGhlYzD via IFTTT

FIA ends controversial inquiry into Toto and Susie Wolff

Formula 1's governing body ends its compliance inquiry into Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff and F1 Academy director Susie Wolff.

Prince Harry tells court he wants his children to feel at home in UK

The Duke of Sussex is challenging the Home Office over a decision to downgrade his protection. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/mexHtzO via IFTTT

Watch: Prince William shocks mum on charity walk

The Prince of Wales shocks Emma Webb by turning up on day 13 of her charity walk to London. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/buvahzS via IFTTT

Why Motherwell's woes run deeper than Kettlewell

With Motherwell now on their third manager in 16 months, is a culture shift more important than another change in the dugout?

Blades getting me at my best - Wilder back at Sheff Utd

Chris Wilder says Sheffield United are getting him "at his best" as he returns for a second spell as manager, while his relationship with owner Prince Abdullah has been repaired.

Chris Mason: Big ifs continue to surround Rwanda migrant plan

Ministers want to make their plan to send asylum seekers to Africa work - but nothing is certain. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/QDzlKZg via IFTTT

West Ham offer £25,000 reward after Zouma burglary

West Ham offer a £25,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and successful prosecution of burglars who broke into Kurt Zouma's home.

Pupils say languages not key to careers - report

Subjects shunned by pupils at GCSE because they do not think they will need them in future. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/q7bm9Ow via IFTTT

'World's most famous Christmas tree' arrives in Trafalgar Square

Every year since 1947 Norway has sent a tree to London to say thank you for its support during WW2. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/KL72Jso via IFTTT

Gloucester-Hartpury, Saracens & Loughborough win in PWR

Gloucester-Hartpury continue their Premiership Women's Rugby title defence with a 12-0 win over Bristol Bears while Saracens and Loughborough Lightning also win.

Manchester City 3-3 Tottenham: Dejan Kulusevski rescues draw for Spurs

Dejan Kulusevski heads an equaliser in the 90th minute as Tottenham earn a dramatic Premier League draw against Manchester City. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/DEvdpK7 via IFTTT

Edinburgh condemn Ulster to second successive URC loss

Ulster fall to a second successive United Rugby Championship defeat as they are beaten 27-24 by Edinburgh at Kingspan Stadium.

AUKUS: Radars will help counter threat of 'space warfare'

Three sites set to monitor deep space in a security arrangement between the UK, US and Australia. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/JE4yhTC via IFTTT

Forest Green FA Cup tie off amid FA investigation

Forest Green's FA Cup second-round tie with Blackpool on Saturday is postponed due to an FA investigation into Rovers.

Mansfield: Hallucinogens found in market chocolate, police say

Psilocin and THC - found in cannabis - were discovered in a "small number" of bars, officers say. from BBC News - UK https://ift.tt/nhGwRUA via IFTTT