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George issues set-piece ultimatum to England forwards

Captain Jamie George has told England's pack that there can be no repeat of New Zealand’s set-piece superiority when the two sides meet again on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RbKHje4 via

Anna Kendrick gives away fee from true crime hit

The director and actress says she would have felt "gross" profiting from Netflix's Woman of the Hour. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K3YA2ZG via

Orban swipes at EU and says disputed Georgian vote was fair

Hungary's prime minister praises Georgia's election despite numerous violations and criticism from the EU. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5wm2IKN via

Americanswers... on 5 Live! Could a joke about Puerto Rico give Kamala Harris the Latino vote?

Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe described the territory as a "floating island of garbage" from BBC News https://ift.tt/wrqHlBZ via

Ten Hag blames 'injustice', but is poor finishing costing Man Utd?

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag says it feels "unfair and unjust" that his team lost after West Ham were awarded a late controversial penalty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XujANJM via

Watch: Match of the Day

Gary Lineker introduces highlights of the day’s five Premier League games. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H7PlpET via

Is Wolves' late fightback a turning point for O'Neil?

Wolves boss Gary O'Neil hopes his side can build on Saturday's battling late draw at Brighton and climb the table. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2dySMik via

Guardiola 'will learn' from Southampton boss Martin

Their teams are at opposite ends of the Premier League table, but Man City manager Pep Guardiola says he "will learn" from Southampton boss Russell Martin. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9VWFA5C via

What's next for the Menendez brothers?

A district attorney will argue for the brothers' resentencing on Friday - but freedom is still a long way off. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H2FZQoi via

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 launches with eyes on Game Pass

It is available straight away to subscribers of Microsoft’s Game Pass service, a first for a game this big. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HqlzIQ1 via

Canada, India, and their diplomatic death spiral

The two nations are locked in a fierce row over murder plot allegations from BBC News https://ift.tt/wIh6ls5 via

Does Australia want the British monarchy?

A visit by King Charles has reignited the debate over cutting ties with the royals from BBC News https://ift.tt/GRLbxKU via

Prisoners freed early (again)

Plus, Newscast is heading to America! from BBC News https://ift.tt/hEdOKNX via

What leaked US assessment of Israeli plans to strike Iran shows

US investigators are trying to find out how the highly classified intelligence documents were leaked online. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N38rstp via

English smacking ban being considered by government

Government ministers are considering outlawing physical punishment of children, Department for Education confirms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HTo0X6F via

New Zealand beat SA to win first T20 World Cup

New Zealand win their first Women's T20 World Cup title with a comprehensive win over South Africa in Dubai. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CtQklyD via

We showed we are together - Man Utd boss Ten Hag

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag believes the comeback victory against Brentford is proof of the "togetherness" in his squad. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r57QTS9 via

One dead after 'explosion' and fire at house

An emergency assistance centre is set up for people told to leave their homes after a house fire in Bedford. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zVU4vWX via

Labour tiptoes nervously towards a China policy

David Lammy's low-key visit to Beijing shows the party is still trying to work out its China stance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jSysB5I via

Israelis and Palestinians react to Hamas leader Sinwar's death

Relatives of the Israeli hostages still held in Gaza say now is the time to negotiate their release. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sulydnM via

Massive great white shark washes up dead on Cape Cod beach

Officials had to use a tow truck to carry the 3.6 meter shark off the beach. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hqfN9Zs via

Jets intercept plane after 'bomb threat' made

Residents say they heard a loud sonic boom as Typhoon jets scrambled. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mU1Ln85 via

Amy Adams turns into a dog in 'bizarre and brilliant' film

Nightbitch, released in December, is less of a body horror and more of a metaphor about motherhood. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LdfiaBc via

From Accrington Stanley to England No 2 - who is 'all round good egg' Barry?

New England assistant Anthony Barry played with Jamie Vardy at Fleetwood Town and started his coaching journey with Accrington Stanley Under-16s. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mv57FhH via

Could conspiracy theories and AI impact the US election?

How disinformation and advanced technology might influence the 2024 vote from BBC News https://ift.tt/vVhFns5 via

Tuchel agrees to become next England manager

Former Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel agrees to become the next England manager. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CIDdsUW via

MK Dons host AFC Wimbledon in FA Cup first round

MK Dons will host rivals AFC Wimbledon as one of 40 ties in the FA Cup first round. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JyvBEau via

Countdown champion accused of stabbing rival

John Cowen allegedly attacked man with a knife at a quiz-themed event in Blackpool, a court hears. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E3UG7JI via

Over 60 injured in drone attack on Israel

Hezbollah says it targeted a training camp of the Israeli Defence Forces' Golani Brigade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/va7PC0x via

Australia beat India to reach T20 World Cup semis

Australia secure their place in the Women's T20 World Cup semi-finals with a nine-run over India, who face a nervous wait to see if they will also qualify. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BsyH1mK via

Key moments of Alex Salmond's life and career... in 107 seconds

A look back at some of the key moments from the life and career of former Scottish first minister Alex Salmond. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SRIJLuF via

Wigan beat Hull KR in Grand Final to seal quadruple

Wigan Warriors seal the quadruple and become the first side to win all four trophies in a season as they beat Hull KR in the Super League Grand Final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bBSLCUk via

Inside Israel's combat zone in southern Lebanon

The BBC's Lucy Williamson travels with the Israeli military to a village destroyed during its fighting with Hezbollah. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7zj9s8T via

MrBeast: The King of YouTube?

As the world's biggest YouTuber faces controversy, will his empire crumble? from BBC News https://ift.tt/UiMte8s via

Man jailed for pushing postman on to Tube tracks

A man who pushed a postman in front of an oncoming Tube train is jailed after being convicted of attempted murder. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EHpges5 via

Eight-hundred-and-twenty-three! The spirit behind England's record-breaking day

England's record-breaking runscoring is testament to their incredible spirit, says chief cricket writer Stephan Shemilt from BBC News https://ift.tt/shYaS4f via

What do Tory members make of final two in leadership contest?

The MPs have whittled it down to two - and now it's down to Tory members to choose their new leader. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3pvnCAS via

The Boris Johnson Interview (Unpacked)

Plus, another candidate is eliminated in the Tory leadership race. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lkvaRBU via

Spacecraft launches towards asteroid knocked off course by NASA

The mission aims to re-visit the asteroid Nasa diverted when it crashed a probe into it. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NVoUFpJ via

'Barlinnie destroyed me, but it also made me a better person'

Jimmy Boyle fought his incarceration at Scotland's most notorious prison, but it led him to becoming a celebrated artist. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dgbuSNB via

Ghost guns and transgender care: Major cases before US Supreme Court

The top US court is back in session with cases that may affect American life - and its standing in the public. from BBC News https://ift.tt/urHFnOg via

'I felt like my heart was going to explode': Beirut reels from heaviest night of strikes

A doctor tells the BBC of the moment she found out her clinic was next to an Israeli target building. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dNrhzvG via

Watch: BBC reporter in the midst of rocket fire into Israel

The BBC's Nick Beake reports from northern Israel, where Hezbollah continues to fire rockets into Israel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/inrQ46K via

Setback for black student suspended over dreadlocks

Darryl George was suspended from his Houston-area high school over his dreadlocks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uvkXKFA via

How might Israel respond to Iran?

Netanyahu has warned Iran will pay a “heavy price” from BBC News https://ift.tt/p3d72jI via

Footballer banned for eight games for bite incident missed by referee

Preston North End striker Milutin Osmajic is banned for eight games by the Football Association for biting Blackburn's Owen Beck. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2cP7bSy via

Melania Trump signals support for abortion rights

Her apparent support of abortion access puts her at odds with her husband, who has taken credit for helping to overturn Roe v Wade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0BeIfq6 via

Burglar hung out washing and cooked meal for victim

The victim returned home to find her house broken into and a note left saying "be happy, eat up". from BBC News https://ift.tt/2RfZtgS via

Four Tory leadership hopefuls take the stage

Four MPs who hope to become the next Conservative leader had 20 minutes each to deliver a speech to conference. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HWdN7ix via

Chris Mason: Cleverly makes his mark - but will it be enough?

The ex-home secretary is looking to close the gap with frontrunners Robert Jenrick and Kemi Badenoch. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BYO31VZ via

Tributes paid to Windrush pioneer Alford Gardner

Alford Gardner, 98, is considered to have been a trailblazer for community relations in Leeds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7m3rjAw via

More than 100 to sue Sean 'Diddy' Combs

New alleged victims are to sue to the hip-hop mogul who denies all allegations of wrongdoing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ud1Q23m via

Why are the Conservatives so happy?

For a party recovering from an historic election defeat, the mood at Tory conference is surprisingly upbeat. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P51lQUc via