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Man City's Rodri returns to individual training

Rodri is back in training at Manchester City, completing an individual workout at the club's Etihad Campus on Friday.

Five issues for England after Buttler resigns

Picking the right captain and getting the best out of Jos Buttler are just two of the issues facing England after the captain's resignation.

Farmer who reversed over and killed son jailed

Albie Speakman was playing in a garden on the farm when he was killed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3bt6SDY via IFTTT

No 'civil war' between clubs over PSR - Masters

Premier League chief executive Richard Masters insists "there's no civil war" between clubs over financial regulations.

Second home campaigners granted right for policy review

Critics of the Article 4 regulation say it will negatively impact house prices and the economy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ol1T4Oe via IFTTT

King invites Trump to Scotland for state visit

Keir Starmer hands the US president an invitation letter as the pair meet at the White House. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5h0UXjB via IFTTT

I can't accept Nunez's work-rate - Slot

Liverpool manager Arne Slot says he "can't accept" striker Darwin Nunez's work-rate in his past two games.

Defeat by Wales 'incomprehensible' for Scotland

Former captain Rory Lawson says Scotland have to beat Wales and calls for them to use the frustration of the loss to England to deliver a "ruthless" display at Murrayfield.

Sutton's predictions v singer Paige Cavell

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on singer and Chelsea fan Paige Cavell with his predictions for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.

McIlroy's miss and Scheffler's arrest dominate Full Swing's return

The return of Netflix's Full Swing docu-series follows the ups and downs of Rory McIlroy's 2024 and features the bizarre arrest of Scottie Scheffler, writes Iain Carter.

American loses UK appeal to become legally non-binary

Lord Justice Singh says the issue is "better suited to resolution in Parliament than the courts". from BBC News https://ift.tt/t6noGri via IFTTT

'The happiest I've ever been for a loss' - Warburton on Wales

Former captain Sam Warburton says Wales' promising performance against Ireland left him the "happiest" he has ever been after a defeat.

Historic visual effects studio Technicolor collapses in UK

The company's UK entity has filed for administration, with 'the majority' of its UK staff made redundant. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yIB9aCL via IFTTT

M4 death investigated after online 'predator' sting

Police arrested the man after accusations against him were live streamed on social media. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qLk8Z0b via IFTTT

Bivol beats Beterbiev to win undisputed light-heavyweight world title

Russian Dmitry Bivol beats compatriot Artur Beterbiev to win the undisputed light-heavyweight world title in Saudi Arabia.

Leigh score two late tries to beat Huddersfield

Watch highlights as Leigh Leopards defeat Huddersfield Giants 24-10, scoring two late tries to make it two wins out of two in the Super League.

MOTD analysis: Potter's 'outstanding' West Ham dent Arsenal title hopes

Ex-England captain Alan Shearer digests West Ham's outstanding performance against Premier League title challengers Arsenal.

Van driver hunt continues after fatal tram crash

Police are understood to have identified the man involved in the crash, which killed a young girl. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AZR1O3w via IFTTT

Sinkhole investigations delayed due to safety

Tandridge District Council said its "priority" is to support affected residents and businesses. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h1RnoLK via IFTTT

Russell misses conversion to hand England victory in dramatic final minutes

Watch as Scotland's Finn Russell misses a conversion in the final minute to hand England a 16-15 victory in the Six Nations.

Why Guardiola's tactics stopped working amid rise of rapid football

BBC Sport analyses why Pep Guardiola's possession-focused tactics have stopped working amid the rise in rapid, direct football.

Bronze on dealing with unsavoury fan behaviour

England defender Lucy Bronze says players are aware of the possibility of facing unsavoury fan behaviour.

France drop Penaud and Jalibert for Italy match

Star wing Damian Penaud and fly-half Matthieu Jalibert are dropped from France's side to face Italy in the Six Nations on Sunday.

Kendrick Lamar earns first UK number one with Not Like Us

The diss track, the knockout blow in his feud with Drake, is now number one in both the US and UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eT01Fvz via IFTTT

Time up for Nunez at Liverpool - Friday's gossip

Liverpool will look to sell their misfiring striker in the summer, Manchester United lead the chase for Adam Wharton and Jack Grealish will lead an exodus at Manchester City.

Gordon Ramsay restaurant sees 477 lucky cat thefts

The cat figurines known as maneki-neko feature within the TV chef's Lucky Cat restaurants. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HrVNTFA via IFTTT

Man dies after arrest at Manchester Airport

The 27-year-old was arrested after displaying "unusual behaviour" and was later pronounced dead. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HB31Xn8 via IFTTT

Spurs' Wembanyama expected to miss season with blood clot

San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama, the NBA's number one draft pick in 2023, is expected to miss the rest of the 2024-25 regular season.

'We are not items, nobody owns us' - Bright

England's Millie Bright says there needs to be a reminder that female footballers "own ourselves" and that they are "not items".

'Masterful knock' - Latham hits 95-ball century

Watch as Tom Latham scores New Zealand's second century against Pakistan on the opening day of the ICC Champions Trophy.

Robson 'honoured' to bring women's game back to Queen's

Former British number one Laura Robson says it is a "huge honour" to welcome women's professional tennis back to Queen's for the first time in more than 50 years.

Euros qualification, Nations League begins and moving home - Olivia Clark column

In her latest BBC Sport column, Olivia Clark discusses Wales' Euro 2025 play-off final victory against the Republic of Ireland and looks ahead to the start of the Nations League campaign.

Woman charged over 1978 death of girl, 5

Five-year-old Andrea Bernard went to hospital after she was assaulted in Thornton Heath, in 1978. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tF2HpRZ via IFTTT

Driver killed cyclist to 'teach him wheelies lesson'

Abdirahman Ibrahim pursued Liam Jones and deliberately drove into him twice, West Midlands Police says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M5HF3Kj via IFTTT

Le Tour to Strictly? Retiring Thomas ponders future

British cycling great Geraint Thomas reflects on his glittering career as he prepares for his final season before retiring.

Holyhead port set to fully reopen on 1 July

The port owners say it hopes the second berth will be back open by 1 July from BBC News https://ift.tt/Hw5kLdA via IFTTT

Scotland lose Cuthbert for Nations League double header

Chelsea midfielder Erin Cuthbert drops out of the Scotland squad to face Austria and the Netherlands in the Nations League, because of a rib injury.

Bellingham 'disrespectful' after red card - Flick

Jude Bellingham was "disrespectful" after he was sent off for dissent during Real Madrid's 1-1 draw with Osasuna on Saturday, says Barcelona boss Hansi Flick.

Diallo could miss rest of season with ankle injury

Manchester United forward Amad Diallo is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines with ankle ligament damage.

Anisimova claims biggest title of career in Qatar

Amanda Anisimova claims the biggest title of her career with victory over Jelena Ostapenko at the Qatar Open.

'Trapped in our home' - Doorbell camera captures neighbour's abuse and threats

Data shows 36% of people experienced anti-social behaviour last year, up from 34% the year before. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hAFc3bO via IFTTT

Watch: Clive Myrie finds corridors filled with patients at London hospital

Clive Myrie spends a day inside the Royal Free Hospital to see how the NHS is coping after intense, annual winter pressures. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Esp0nLc via IFTTT

Beginnings of Roman London discovered in office basement

The discovery has been described as one of the most important pieces of Roman history in the City of London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wia1kms via IFTTT

Prince William gets behind camera on film school visit

The Prince of Wales wants to encourage young people who see film careers as "distant to reality". from BBC News https://ift.tt/BAE9T6q via IFTTT

British woman shot dead on holiday in Texas

Police in Texas have conducted a "thorough investigation" into the death of Lucy Harrison. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NuSg6BF via IFTTT

Injured Bumrah out of India's Champions Trophy tilt

India fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah will miss the forthcoming Champions Trophy with a lower back injury.

FA Cup holders Man Utd to face Sunderland in quarter-finals

Women's FA Cup holders Manchester United have been drawn at home to second division side Sunderland in the 2024-25 quarter-finals.

Labour suspends 11 councillors over WhatsApp group

The group, which is being investigated by the party, has already led to the suspension of two Labour MPs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VTyBp13 via IFTTT

Woods pulls out of Genesis after mother's death

Tiger Woods withdraws from this week's Genesis Invitational at Torrey Pines as he is "still processing" the death of his mother.

Hundreds of tractors block Westminster

Farmers from across the UK protesting in London against changes to inheritance tax. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ehLyB9k via IFTTT

Liverpool leave it late to spare blushes against Rugby Borough

Watch highlights as late goals from Marie Hobinger and Mia Enderby help Liverpool edge past a spirited National League Rugby Borough and progress to the sixth round of the Women's FA Cup.

Castleford Tigers fan celebrates try in unique style

Watch as a Castleford Tigers fan throws his beer during celebrations after Josh Simm's try in their Challenge Cup defeat to Bradford Bulls.

Italy's Capuozzo stretches to score opening try

Watch as Ange Capuozzo scores Italy's opening try against Wales in their 22-8 Six Nations win at the Stadio Olimpico.

Woman stuck for 18 months on an NHS ward evicted from her hospital bed

She lived in a cubicle, despite being fit to leave, because of difficulties finding a care home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/51Xm04D via IFTTT

Repairs under way after car plunges onto rail line

Passengers are told the main line will not reopen until at least 22:00 GMT, after a day of rail chaos. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UvJIZHA via IFTTT

'Knock this guy out' - Strickland comments anger Australian media

Sean Strickland angers Australian media with a series of inflammatory comments before Saturday's UFC middleweight title fight against champion Dricus du Plessis in Sydney.

XL bully barged into home and bit mum and dog

The owners of the out-of-control dog have both been sentenced at Leicester Crown Court. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mXzE8ZA via IFTTT

'Incredible', 'boring' or both? Why Burnley's defensive amazing record has split fans

Burnley are on track to become one of the best defensive teams in the recent history of English football - BBC Sport looks at the stats and speaks to fans.

Coaches will be 'very annoyed' at Ntamack - Warburton

BBC Sport's Sam Warburton says France's coaches will be "very annoyed" at Romain Ntamack after his red card against Wales ruled him out of Saturday's Six Nations game against England.

France's Ntamack to miss England game after red card

Fly-half Romain Ntamack will miss France's Six Nations game against England on Saturday after his red card against Wales.

Councils fear the local is being taken out of local government

Ministers say the plans will save money but some councils are worried they are diverting focus from other issues. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J5t2dKr via IFTTT

Chris Mason: Can Starmer make good vibes last with EU and US?

Something is likely to have to give, as the UK tries to keep both major trading partners on side. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HinlwV9 via IFTTT

Why are medical experts disputing evidence used to convict Lucy Letby?

The nurse is serving 15 whole life sentences after being found guilty of murdering seven babies and trying to kill seven others. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zmFTrRO via IFTTT

Firearms officer 'had no choice' but to shoot man

A firearms officer gives evidence at the inquest of a man fatally shot at a police station. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ricx4W5 via IFTTT

How could Trump's tariffs affect the UK?

How might the UK be affected by Trump's tariffs, even if they are not imposed on the UK? from BBC News https://ift.tt/oXmjICS via IFTTT

Kane double helps Bayern beat Kiel

Watch highlights as Harry Kane scores twice as Bayern Munich survive a comeback by strugglers Holstein Kiel to move nine points clear at the top of the Bundesliga.

The painful divorce of Marcus Rashford and Manchester United

After 20 years at Manchester United, Marcus Rashford is set to leave for Aston Villa, leaving many questions and few answers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uszg1YP via IFTTT

Reed stars on debut as England beat Malawi

England beat Malawi 62-36 in their Nations Cup opener in Nottingham with debutant Paige Reed named player of the match.

Four dead after vehicle crashes into building

Police appeal for more information after four people die at the scene of the crash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YVeH1WD via IFTTT

Walkers warned of further cliff falls at beach

Access to part of a Norfolk beach is closed after the cliff fell away on Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rKCJ9IN via IFTTT