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James commits to Seattle Reign for two more years

Angharad James' decision comes following her return from Euro 2025 where she led Wales at their first major tournament.

Young boy sexually assaulted while camping with family

Police are trying to trace a man who attacked the boy, aged eight, at a campsite at Drumnadrochit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wZzplrD via IFTTT

In Pictures: Sporting photos of the week

A selection of some of the most striking sports photographs taken around the world over the past seven days.

Trump leaves Scotland after whisky tariffs and Gaza talks

Donald Trump and John Swinney met ahead of the president's new golf course opening in Aberdeenshire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VqhCob7 via IFTTT

Scotland gives Trump three things he likes - and one thing he doesn't

As Trump wraps up his working holiday in the UK, the BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith assesses its success. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XRzJaNh via IFTTT

Security shifts as Trump arrives in North East Scotland

The second phase of Donald Trump's visit to Scotland is underway, shifting from Turnberry on the west coast to Menie in the north east. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pb7JLFe via IFTTT

'Credit to India, we tried everything' - Stokes

Ben Stokes reflects on a difficult fifth day for England as the home side failed to bowl out India, resulting in a draw in the fourth Test at Old Trafford.

Hunt for mum and daughter missing over a week

Police say concern is growing for Hannah Sheehan, 45, and Lydia,14, who were last seen on 18 July. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qR3LK9m via IFTTT

England or Spain? Brown-Finnis' Euro 2025 final prediction

Former England goalkeeper and BBC pundit Rachel Brown-Finnis makes her prediction for England against Spain in the final of Euro 2025 - and you can make yours too.

Dodgers go from 'best ever' to 'rock bottom' - watch Red Sox game on BBC

The Los Angeles Dodgers were being called the 'best team ever' earlier this year but have now hit 'rock bottom' in their bid to defend their World Series title.

EE says latest outage fixed after 'technical fault'

The mobile phone service provider says it carried out work overnight after customers reported problems. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jQ2cXBk via IFTTT

England captain Stokes 'good to go', says Pope

England captain Ben Stokes will be "good to go" on day four of the fourth Test against India having suffered with cramp during the third day, says Ollie Pope.

Accountant stole £2.4m to fund gambling addiction

Jemma Lewis had been treated like family at the companies she took the money from, a court heard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w2uXcos via IFTTT

Shooting victim was 'devoted mum to Sara and James'

Ex-colleagues of a woman fatally shot alongside her two children share their shock over the murders. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aLkKWtY via IFTTT

Ireland secure T20 series sweep against Zimbabwe

Ireland's women complete a 3-0 series sweep against Zimbabwe with a 51-run win at Sydney Parade in Dublin.

Forest Green Rovers' all vegan kit splits opinions

The pattern is inspired by a barking tree frog and is made from recycled materials and plant dyes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BcVfw5h via IFTTT

Consultant spoke to trans row witness despite warnings

Dr Kate Searle admitted that she spoke to a potential witness despite being warned not to, a tribunal has heard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X7w4de9 via IFTTT

Venus Williams makes winning doubles return aged 45

Venus Williams celebrates victory in the women's doubles at the Washington Open after a 16-month absence, while Britain's Dan Evans and Cameron Norris advance to the second round.

'Toppling Scheffler becomes the next objective for McIlroy'

Scottie Scheffler is head and shoulders the best player in the world, but Rory McIlroy does not need to look far for motivation, says Iain Carter.

Wild life of Ozzy Osbourne, rock's 'prince of darkness'

The singer helped invent both heavy metal and the image of the wild rock star, before unlikely reality TV fame. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MZageU3 via IFTTT

Mbeumo 'proven quality' - but Man Utd still have striker dilemma

Bryan Mbeumo has joined Manchester United to boost their forward options but does Ruben Amorim still need to sign a striker?

Ibiza Rocks pauses events at venue after deaths of two Scots

The venue says it is "shocked and devastated by the recent incidents" at the site. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9jR76F4 via IFTTT

Hot Open finish leaves MacIntyre feeling warm

Bob MacIntyre said he needed a "hot start" at Royal Portrush on Sunday. What he got in the final round of the Open Championship was a hot finish.

Ellen DeGeneres: I moved to the UK because of Trump

The TV star makes her first public appearance since moving to the UK the day after Trump's re-election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UK3J6hI via IFTTT

Scheffler completes dominant Open win at Portrush

World number one Scottie Scheffler claims his first Open Championship title with a four-shot victory at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/65pPziV via IFTTT

'Special player' - Scheffler takes control of The Open

Scottie Scheffler shows why he's the world number one and takes control of The Open on the third day at Portrush.

Wrexham sign defender Cacace from Empoli

Wrexham are believed to have been close to breaking their transfer record in signing New Zealand left-back Liberato Cacace from Italian side Empoli.

Welsh Water sewage spills at highest in 10 years

Natural Resources Wales data shows Welsh Water was responsible for 132 sewage spills in 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/90TAclI via IFTTT

'Unfair' NHS wait lists revealed in official report

Data for the NHS in England shows the waiting list for gynaecology is one of the largest. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Qq6B3yh via IFTTT

Sloppy England beaten by India in first ODI

Deepti Sharma's unbeaten 62 guides India to a four-wicket win in the opening one-day international in Southampton.

West Indies' Russell to retire from internationals

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell will retire from international cricket after two matches of the upcoming T20 series against Australia.

How does England's Euros progress compare to 2022?

BBC Sport analyses how England's Euro 2025 group-stage performance compares to how they performed in the opening round at Euro 2022.

The Southport man who transformed Scheffler's putting fortunes

English putting coach Phil Kenyon discusses his work with Scottie Scheffler and the adjustments the pros need to make when putting on links greens at this week's Open Championship.

Henderson 'can still improve at 35' after Brentford move

Jordan Henderson believes he still has time to improve as a player at the age of 35 after joining Brentford on a two-year contract.

Man jailed for brutal murder of girlfriend

The body of Phoenix Spencer-Horn, 21, was discovered at her home in East Kilbride in November 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/InOQ24N via IFTTT

BBC's twin-crises prompt apologies and promises - but will it work?

The BBC faces issues over Gregg Wallace and the Gaza documentary it says breached guidelines. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uQ0nZVo via IFTTT

Kneecap Glastonbury gig 'higher risk' than Bob Vylan, BBC says

BBC director general Tim Davie was responding to MPs' questions about the corporation's Glastonbury coverage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vpWulAI via IFTTT

Stokes draws on 'dark places' in Lord's heroics

England captain Ben Stokes says he never thought about stopping during his mammoth bowling spells that helped seal the third Test win over India at Lord's.

Child dies at Alder Hey after contracting measles

Seventeen children have been treated at the Liverpool hospital for the virus since June. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GKMfmcr via IFTTT

How have global football fans embraced Club World Cup?

Fifa's expanded Club World Cup has been met with cynicism in places, but how did the rest of the world embrace the tournament?

'All my savings are going': Pub landlords fear closure as costs rise

Publicans have contacted Your Voice, Your BBC News to sound alarm about the future of the industry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o3LUAjp via IFTTT

Ex-Archbishop was aware of sexual assault allegations

Andrew John admits knowing about the incident within his diocese despite earlier denial. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8qEYBuD via IFTTT

England too strong for Wales? Brown-Finnis' Euros predictions - final group games

Former England goalkeeper and BBC pundit Rachel Brown-Finnis gives her predictions for the final round of group games at the 2025 European Championship.

UK to return some migrants to France within weeks - PM

The PM says the "one in, one out" deal with France would prove trying to get to the UK via the Channel would be "in vain". from BBC News https://ift.tt/wX4zkHO via IFTTT

How an act of kindness put passer-by in path of killer driver at family dispute

Those who knew Chris Marriott, from Sheffield, say he always put other people before himself. from BBC News https://ift.tt/moWvdcw via IFTTT

How are famous faces invited into Wimbledon's royal box?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team examines how the Centre Court royal box really works at Wimbledon.

Manchester Airport police officer says his conduct was 'professional' during brawl

Mohammed Amaaz, 20, and Muhammad Amaad, 26, are alleged to have struck out at police officers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MOS4tIP via IFTTT

Woman seriously injured after attack by three dogs

Police say a 76-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident in the Highlands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pP5kOWw via IFTTT

What do football clubs do in pre-season training?

BBC Sport explores what happens when players return from their summer breaks and prepare for the new season.

Wales will 'come back fighting' after Euro 2025 opening loss

Wales will not be "too down" and "come back fighting" following defeat by the Netherlands in their opening game of Euro 2025, says Lily Woodham.

GAA acknowledges 'mistake' in All-Ireland semi-final

The GAA has admitted there was "confusion" over the final score of Tipperary's All-Ireland Hurling Championship semi-final win over Kilkenny.

Parents of girls killed in school crash 'still waiting for answers'

Nuria Sajjad and Selena Lau died when a Land Rover ran into an end-of-term tea party in July 2023. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MCb3uYJ via IFTTT

South Africa hold off spirited Italy in Test opener

World champions South Africa begin their Test season with a 42-24 victory over a youthful Italy at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria.

Lancs top Blast group as Wood destroys Derbyshire

Lancashire Lightning beat Derbyshire to move into pole position in the T20 Blast North Group with a second win inside 24 hours.

Disappointed Wales fans look to next game after defeat

Wales held their own for the majority of the first half but were defeated 3-0 by the Netherlands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ku0nhJV via IFTTT

Double funeral for gangland pair shot dead in Spain

Eddie Lyons Jnr and Ross Monaghan were gunned down in a bar in Fuengirola on the Costa del Sol on 31 May. from BBC News https://ift.tt/emTwHUp via IFTTT

European champion Mageean diagnosed with cancer

European champion and two-time Olympian Ciara Mageean has been diagnosed with cancer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wfXBdVh via IFTTT

Conlan blocking out jibes for 'last roll of the dice'

Belfast featherweight Michael Conlan is not worried about online trolls as he prepares for a 5 September fight against Jack Bateson.

Kosola scores 'terrific' winner for Finland

Finland's Katariina Kosola curls home the first goal of Euro 2025 in the 70th minute of their Group A game against Iceland in Thun.

GB qualifier Tarvet gets better of Alcaraz in 'brilliant' rally

Watch the moment British qualifier and 733rd-ranked player Oliver Tarvet gets the better of reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz in a "brilliant" rally in their second-round match at Wimbledon.

'A fine hundred' - captain Gill hits another century

ndia's captain Shubman Gill reaches his second century in successive matches against England on day one of the second Test against England at Edgbaston.

Draper through Wimbledon opener as opponent retires

British number one Jack Draper starts his Wimbledon bid with a comfortable victory over clay-court specialist Sebastian Baez.

Six guilty of attacks including torching prison staff cars

The gang left one man in a coma and almost severed another victim's hand in a series of violent attacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K2APfmH via IFTTT