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Patient tested for suspected Ebola virus at Glasgow hospital

It is understood a patient was admitted to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital during the early hours of Tuesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w6OtZbT via IFTTT

Hull KR's Pangai Junior handed six-match ban

Hull KR's Tevita Pangai Junior has been banned for six games and fined by the RFL for gouging.

Is amount of pre-Wimbledon injuries a worry?

Jack Draper says the amount of injured leading players is "pretty worrying" as he prepares to make his Grand Slam comeback at Wimbledon.

Kerry break Tyrone hearts in epic quarter-final

Defending champions Kerry survived a major scare to edge out Tyrone 2-25 to 0-27 and reach the All-Ireland semi-finals after a heart-stopping last-eight encounter at Croke Park.

Stokes and Duckett star as England fight back against New Zealand

Ben Stokes takes three early wickets before Ben Duckett hits 113 with the bat as England fight back on day two of the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.

David Miliband says he is optimistic about potential Burnham government

The former foreign secretary says Burnham has "this openness and energy that I think is very attractive and positive". from BBC News https://ift.tt/kDOueBH via IFTTT

My son died swimming in a reservoir in hot weather - parents must be aware of the dangers

Twenty years after her son's death, Maxine Johnson is urging families to understand the dangers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VXix1kT via IFTTT

Late hope for England after day of New Zealand dominance with the bat

England produce a late fightback, taking four wickets for 44 runs, to leave New Zealand 361-4 at stumps after Tom Latham and Devon Conway had earlier put on 317 for the first wicket on a scorching, opening day of the deciding third Test at Trent Bridge.

Shields to fight Scott before potential Price bout

Undisputed heavyweight champion Claressa Shields will drop down to middleweight to fight WBC and WBA champion Kaye Scott on 15 August at State Farm Arena, Atlanta.

Burnham on course to be PM, but what would his No 10 operation look like?

Burnham's top team starting to take shape as questions remain over his policies and priorities. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XeuRsco via IFTTT

North prepares for one last dance against Wales

George North will finish his sparkling rugby career on Saturday when he plays for the Barbarians against his country Wales at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham.

Foyle Sportsound

Derry City are off to the Tallaght Stadium to take on Shamrock Rovers.

Kapp's brilliant innings guides South Africa to crucial win against India

Marizanne Kapp finishes unbeaten on 81 as she guides South Africa to a six-wicket victory over India at Old Trafford in the Women's T20 World Cup, a win which keeps alive their hopes of reaching the semi-finals.

Two spectators injured in Donegal Rally accident

Two spectators have been taken to hospital and Saturday's final two stages have been cancelled after an accident at the Donegal International Rally.

Shining in the sun - Nicholls' unbeaten century grinds England down

Watch the best shots from New Zealand's Henry Nicholls as he makes his 11th Test century against England at the Oval, finishing unbeaten on 119 at the close of play on the third day of the second Test.

PM under pressure from Labour MPs and ministers to set timetable for exit

The BBC has been told that the transport secretary is among those advising Starmer to set out a timetable. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ovYxfJF via IFTTT

Messi's father dealing with 'health-related situation'

Lionel Messi's father is currently dealing with a "health-related situation", the family said in a statement on Thursday.

'Real honour' as McInnes succeeds Rohl at Rangers

Derek McInnes says "it is a real honour" to be named Rangers manager after he replaces Danny Rohl in the Ibrox dugout. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Cg2zYNS 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.

Evans criticises 'lack of class' after Queen's wildcard decision

Britain's Dan Evans says it would have been "a classy gesture" to give him a Queen's wildcard in his penultimate tournament before retirement.

Attempted murder charge after girl stabbed in street

A 30-year-old local man has been charged with trying to kill a 17-year-old girl. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1xKBI8g via IFTTT

Donegal lacked spark in Cork loss - McGuinness

Donegal boss Jim McGuinness says "there wasn't enough energy" in his side as they let a seven point lead slip to lose 0-17 to 1-13 to Cork in their All-Ireland SFC round two clash in Ballybofey.

Resident doctors cancel strike after new offer from government

The walkout had been due to start at 07:00 BST on Monday and last until Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XPfyCL0 via IFTTT

Pereira completes heavyweight transformation in history bid

Alex Pereira weighs in at 251lb - three pounds heavier than opponent Ciryl Gane - as he aims to become the first UFC fighter to win a title in three different divisions.

Three more men jailed for Henry Nowak protest violence

A total of 13 men have so far been jailed over the disorder in Southampton last week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KaedNRu via IFTTT

Richards 'understands' but disagrees with Tuchel's England squad selection

BBC pundit Micah Richards says he "understands" the squad picked by England manager Thomas Tuchel for the 2026 World Cup, but does not agree with Tuchel's selections, adding he would have selected one of Cole Palmer or Phil Foden.

Weight-loss drug Wegovy to be available in pill form in UK for first time

Manufacturer Novo Nordisk says a daily tablet of the drug could be more convenient for some people than weekly injections. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XpkzO3S via IFTTT

Rashford future uncertain as Barca deal deadline looms

Man Utd are yet to be told whether Barcelona intend to sign England international Marcus Rashford for £26m before 15 June deadline following his loan spell.

'I'll never get over watching my home burn': Belfast residents reel after night of unrest

A night of disorder in Belfast saw people forced to flee their homes, in protests that followed a knife attack in the north of the city. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XTs86Zt via IFTTT

Identical twin given six months to live says leaving sister is 'unthinkable'

Caitlin Leggett is fundraising £500,000 to pursue overseas treatment for leukaemia after the cancer returned. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XLsNmdx via IFTTT

Who is David Sullivan - football boss, 'king of porn' and alleged sexual predator?

The ex-West Ham boss has long boasted of sexual conquests, but is now accused of exploitative behaviour. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vwL7T63 via IFTTT

Zverev beats Cobolli in five-set thriller to win first Grand Slam title

After finishing as a runner-up on three previous occasions, world number three Alexander Zverev wins his first Grand Slam title as he beats Italy's Flavio Cobolli in five sets.

Leinster hold off Stormers to reach URC final

Leinster will face the Bulls in the United Rugby Championship final for the second year running as the Irish province beat the Stormers in a bruising semi-final.

Hewett and Reid win seventh straight French Open

Britain's Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid win their seventh successive French Open wheelchair doubles title together.

Two weeks out from crucial Makerfield by-election, here's how the contest is shaping up

What stood out from the Question Time exchanges between candidates in the Makerfield by-election? from BBC News https://ift.tt/oJSu15K via IFTTT

Stunning Robinson return gives life to England

Ollie Robinson takes three wickets in his first over for England in more than two years to breathe life into their post-Ashes rebuild on day one of the first Test against New Zealand.

Harry and Meghan celebrate Lilibet's fifth birthday

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex share a picture of their daughter Lilibet, calling her "our dream girl". from BBC News https://ift.tt/znR7sZN via IFTTT

England will not enforce World Cup social media ban

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt says they will not be replicating the social media ban that was in place for the 2017 World Cup for this year's T20 version.

Henry Nowak's death raises more questions about UK policing and race

Police face accusations of two-tier policing as they work to stamp out racial bias, our senior UK correspondent writes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4z6nME9 via IFTTT

Shankland contract gamble paid off for Hearts - Jones

Lawrence Shankland left Hearts to join Rangers within days of their runners-up finish in the Scottish Premiership.

'Difficult' day for passengers due to Tube strike

Transport for London apologises as commuters face another planned walkout on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5LVbCaz via IFTTT

Price 'buzzing' after O'Neill opts to stay with NI

Northern Ireland midfielder Isaac Price expresses delight at Michael O'Neill remaining as manager of the international team and credits him with being a major influence on his career to date.

Key messages between Mandelson and ministers so far

The 1,000 pages include criticisms of Labour MPs, No 10 and the prime minister. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XoHP68u via IFTTT