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Norrie beats Fearnley after firework disruption

Cameron Norrie maintains focus to beat British rival Jacob Fearnley in a French Open match disrupted by loud fireworks outside Paris St-Germain's stadium.

Third arrest made after man dies in garden

Three men in their 20s are in police custody after a man died in a garden. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R0kaT8g via IFTTT

Bairstow & Gleeson help Mumbai win IPL eliminator

Mumbai Indians keep their hopes in the Indian Premier League alive and knock out Gujarat Titans by holding on to win a high-scoring eliminator by 20 runs.

Hickman taken to hospital by Airmed after TT crash

Peter Hickman has been flown to hospital by Airmed after crashing during Friday evening's qualifying session for the Isle of Man TT.

Embarrassing defeat and bizarre parade - inside Man Utd's troubled post-season Asia tour

The BBC's Simon Stone covered Man United's post-season tour of Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong and the trip did not go to plan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/scZQN06 via IFTTT

Wales number eight Faletau signs new Cardiff deal

Wales number eight Taulupe Faletau signs a new deal to stay at Cardiff.

Andrew and Tristan Tate will return to UK to face charges, lawyers say

Charges have been authorised by the CPS for offences including rape, actual bodily harm and human trafficking. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RBvVOZu via IFTTT

GB win silver in first-ever Euro gymnastics mixed team event

Great Britain's Jake Jarman and Ruby Evans win silver in the first-ever mixed team event at the European Gymnastics Championship in Leipzig, Germany.

Evans helps GB win silver in Euro gymnastics mixed team event

Great Britain's Jake Jarman and Ruby Evans win silver in the first-ever mixed team event at the European Gymnastics Championship in Leipzig, Germany.

Nurse pay 'lagging behind' public sector, union says

RCN Wales believes nurses may not have "the fight in them" to go back on strike. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zf6qo8P via IFTTT

'It went from an amazing day to traumatising' - Liverpool fans

Jack Trotter and his girlfriend Abbie Gallagher, from Newtownards, County Down, were hit by the car as it drove into fans on Water Street, in Liverpool from BBC News https://ift.tt/OuVSrE0 via IFTTT

Fit-again Fishlock says Wales have Nations League job to finish

Jess Fishlock says Wales still believe they can stay in the top-tier of the Nations League.

Brazil 'best team in the world' - new boss Ancelotti

New Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti says he is "honoured and proud to lead the best team in the world" and targets winning the 2026 World Cup.

Saracens great Goode to retire with 'no regrets'

Saracens legend Alex Goode says he will retire at the end of this season with "no regrets".

In pictures: King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed in Ottawa

The King and Queen are in Canada for a historic visit meant to underscore Canada's sovereignty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6SmsMpc via IFTTT

West Indies secure ODI series draw against Ireland

Keacy Carty scores a second consecutive century in a commanding West Indies victory over Ireland that earns a draw in the one-day international series at Clontarf.

Conspiracies and babies in nightclubs - Arminia chase history

Arminia Bielefeld will face VfB Stuttgart in the DFB Pokal final, looking to become the first third division side to win it.

No early release for Club World Cup players - Tuchel

England manager Thomas Tuchel says players will not be released early for the Club World Cup because he wants to "cherish" and "worship" every moment with his squad.

Mother of murdered teen fears justice reforms

Nadine Marshall's 18-year-old son was killed by a convicted offender who was on probation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yQelfCS via IFTTT

How did Barcelona become the queens of Europe?

Barcelona's rise to becoming the major powerhouse in European women's football is a story of battling against a barrage of prejudice, misogyny and rejection.

Glastonbury glampers' concern after yurt firm goes bust

Festivalgoers who booked through Yurtel have been left ticketless and out of pocket. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B958nAl via IFTTT

Difficult mentally waiting for Jones fight - Aspinall

Tom Aspinall says it is "difficult mentally" waiting for a UFC undisputed heavyweight title bout with Jon Jones.

Kneecap member charged with terror offence

Liam O'Hanna, 27, has been charged after allegedly displaying a flag in support of Hezbollah, the Met Police says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2EWCt7g via IFTTT

Paul Adams: Starmer and Lammy sound genuinely angry at Israel

The PM sounded genuinely angry at Israel's aid blockade and expanded Gaza offensive, writes diplomatic correspondent Paul Adams. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cLFrV9M via IFTTT

Tennis: French Open Preview

Katie Smith previews the French Open with Pat Cash, Marion Bartoli, and Leon Smith

Woman jailed for taking fraudulent citizen tests

Josephine Maurice took citizenships tests at various centres while disguised as both men and women. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NgUMhtb via IFTTT

GB's Fearnley reaches second round at Geneva Open

British number two Jacob Fearnley reaches the second round at the Geneva Open as he continues his French Open preparations.

How does the BBC report on big stories about itself?

Following news that Gary Lineker will leave after presenting his final Match of the Day, how does the BBC cover stories about itself?

TikTok star Zoë Bread wins parking fine battle after campaign

A woman dons a bread mask and launches social media campaign to win a battle over a parking ticket. from BBC News https://ift.tt/B4hjWuF via IFTTT

Ospreys and Scarlets accuse WRU of funding U-turn

Ospreys and Scarlets accuse the Welsh Rugby Union of making a U-turn after the governing body announced it will move away from a model of four evenly funded professional sides.

What is a 'non-conforming' driver in golf?

BBC Sport NI speak to Golf Digest journalist and equipment expert Luke Kerr-Dineen to figure out what happened with Rory McIlroy's driver at the US PGA Championship.

Scarlets face Leinster in play-offs after Sharks loss

Scarlets will travel to face Leinster in the United Rugby Championship fs following a 12-3 defeat against Sharks in Durban.

How Flick turned Barca's 'young musketeers' into La Liga champions

As Barcelona celebrate winning La Liga, Spanish football expert Guillem Balague looks at how manager Hansi Flick turned his young side into champions.

Two teens arrested after kittens found 'mutilated'

Two kittens were found dead in a field in Ruislip, west London, on Saturday, 3 May. from BBC News https://ift.tt/olnDRuk via IFTTT

Farage is running a cult, says ex-Reform MP Lowe

Rupert Lowe brands his former party "the cult of Nigel," in a BBC Newsnight interview. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SWuBbRg via IFTTT

Bosses who hired paedophile head 'absent from work'

The council declines to confirm reason for absences but says "arrangements are in place" to cover. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ichIN4l via IFTTT

Couriers Evri and DHL merge to form UK delivery giant

The couriers hope to expand their business by combining their "complimentary" services. from BBC News https://ift.tt/soa0LbC via IFTTT

'Alan Carr could be frontrunner': Who will win celebrity Traitors?

BBC News speaks to psychologists about the line-up's likely faithfuls, traitors and frontrunners. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2lJBMZI via IFTTT

Deaf teacher hugs Prince of Wales at OBE ceremony

Wendy Daunt was being honoured for her services to Derby's Royal School for the Deaf. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9l5dspC via IFTTT

Sycamore Gap pair were quizzed in homophobia case

The victim of an assault just days before the tree felling says the men were in the police's sights. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mcEBFTA via IFTTT

Foakes career-best as Surrey draw at Edgbaston

Ben Foakes hits an unbeaten 174 as Surrey draw with Warwickshire in a batter-dominated game at Edgbaston.

Manslaughter charges over woman killed by bricks

Higgins Homes PLC and four men will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on 16 June. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PxNkUZ2 via IFTTT

270 seconds, 56 lives and 40 years: The story of the Bradford City fire

On 11 May 1985 56 football fans perished when a fire ripped through Valley Parade during a game.

Derry camogs in skorts protest at Ulster Final

The camogie row that has generated headlines continues as Derry players are told to change from shorts into skorts at the Ulster Final.

Will 48-team Women's World Cup be good for the game?

BBC Sport looks at the pros and cons of expanding the Women's World Cup from 32 teams to 48.

Match of the Day - your questions answered

Match of the Day is a world-famous football show - but how are decisions made behind the scenes?

Search for missing swimmer off Buncrana coast

Gardaí and emergency services are currently engaged in the search and rescue operation off the County Donegal coast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GI5wrYM via IFTTT

"I saw the van, and next minute I'm in the air" - Nottingham attacks survivors speak for first time

Sharon Miller and Wayne Birkett were hit by a van driven by Valdo Calocane on 13 June 2023. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NL6dACZ via IFTTT

Calls for Archbishop to resign over safeguarding reports

Two critical reports highlight safeguarding concerns and misbehaviour at Bangor Cathedral. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Knsbm58 via IFTTT

Dunlop takes NW200 Supersport and Superstock double

Michael Dunlop makes it seven career North West 200 wins by taking victory in the Supersport and Superstock races on Thursday night.

Who needs what to reach IPL play-offs?

With the Indian Premier League league phase heading into the closing stretch, here is what each team needs to reach the play-offs.

Killer 'should have been arrested' before murder

Mikey Rainsford, 20, was killed in his family home by a gang member searching for revenge against rivals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rSbQYUw via IFTTT

Benetton deny Menoncello close to Toulon move

Italy's star centre Tommaso Menoncello has been open about his desire to play in the French Top 14

'Save the integrity of our sport' - NSL 'conducting review' after Rhinos appeal

The Netball Super League (NSL) is "conducting a review" after Leeds Rhinos ask them to overturn Sunday's controversial defeat to Birmingham Panthers.

Bristol Rovers bring back Clarke as manager

Bristol Rovers bring back Darrell Clarke as their manager following their relegation to League Two.

Investigations ongoing over alleged terror plot, says minister

A Home Office minister says the arrests on Saturday were among the biggest counter-terror operations in recent years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dg1ihH7 via IFTTT

Doing nothing on social care 'untenable', MPs warn

The report says failure to fix England's social care system carries an unknown human and financial cost. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vUgGjRV via IFTTT

'We need to take a look at ourselves' - Arsenal stalling at wrong time

Arsenal face a period of self-reflection as back-to-back WSL defeats threaten to derail what was shaping up to be a historic season.

Murder arrest after man's death on cruise ship

An altercation on a cruise ship led to the death of a 60-year-old man, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sKlhdz2 via IFTTT

Wakefield end Magic Weekend by beating Cas

Wakefield Trinity put in a classy performance to beat Castleford Tigers in the final 2025 Magic Weekend fixture at St James' Park.

Fourteen children bailed after boy's fire death

Eleven boys and three girls, aged 11 to 14, are being investigated on suspicion of manslaughter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5KpOSlT via IFTTT

Rockets beat Warriors to set up game seven decider

The Houston Rockets beat the Golden State Warriors 115-107 to level their NBA play-offs series at 3-3 and set up a decisive game seven.

Northampton stun Leinster in Dublin to reach final

A Tommy Freeman hat-trick helps Northampton Saints to a dramatic 37-34 win over Leinster to reach the Investec Champions Cup final.

Fourteen children arrested over boy's fire death in Gateshead

Eleven boys and three girls aged between 11 and 14 years old are held on suspicion of manslaughter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xeEcSul via IFTTT

Man Utd join race for defender Tah - Saturday's gossip

Manchester United are interested in Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah, Crystal Palace might let Eberechi Eze and Marc Guehi go, and an MLS club hold talks with Kevin de Bruyne.

State Man beats Constitution Hill at Punchestown

State Man wins the Champion Hurdle at the Punchestown Festival as Constitution Hill comes home in fifth place.

UN judge jailed for keeping housekeeper as slave

Lydia Mugambe kept a young woman as an unpaid nanny and maid at her home in Oxfordshire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fvKkWt3 via IFTTT

Kearney joins Shiels in leaving Coleraine

Sporting director Oran Kearney joins head coach Dean Shiels in leaving Coleraine ahead of the club's European play-off.