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Haaland to see specialist for ankle injury

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland will see a specialist after sustaining a left ankle injury in Sunday's FA Cup quarter-final against Bournemouth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o8MbAfN via

Calls of grief into the night at preschool destroyed in earthquake

At least 12 children were killed when their preschool collapsed as Friday’s huge quake hit Myanmar. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QSzrRTC via

Americanswers…on 5 Live! Could Trump run for a third term?

And why is Elon Musk handing out $1 million dollar cheques to voters? from BBC News https://ift.tt/IWfRyrC via

Monday Night Club

Mark Chapman, Chris Sutton, Rory Smith, and Joe Hart react to the weekend's football. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dx8eGzn via

Last shot at glory for 'legends'? Guardiola still burning with desire

Pep Guardiola still faces a huge Manchester City rebuild but clouds lift as they reach a seventh successive FA Cup semi-final, says chief football writer Phil McNulty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XI3Fl0f via

Another milestone - but when could Kane win first trophy?

Harry Kane hit his 22nd league goal on Saturday to reach a new milestone and move a step closer to ending his long wait for a trophy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y5dNsI7 via

Trump 'very angry' with Putin over Ukraine ceasefire negotiations

The US president threatened Russia with tariffs if Putin does not agree to a ceasefire within the next month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uRNEGwH via

More Myanmar quake survivors pulled from rubble but hundreds still missing

At least 1,700 people have died in Myanmar, and while many countries have sent aid and support, a lack of equipment is severely hampering rescue efforts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/knjMhq9 via

Should Forest have been awarded penalty for Mitoma challenge?

After a VAR review, referee Peter Bankes overturns his decision to award Nottingham Forest a penalty for Kaoru Mitoma's challenge on Elliot Anderson. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pith2FH via

Kildunne marks 50th England cap with hat-trick against Wales

Ellie Kildunne scores a hat-trick on her 50th England appearance in an emphatic victory over Wales at the Principality Stadium in the Women's Six Nations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oTSLnXY via

North Sea crash oil tanker to have cargo of fuel removed

Barrels of jet fuel are being removed from the Stena Immaculate before it is towed to Newcastle. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xiqls5u via

Prominent Jewish figures boycott Israel antisemitism event over far-right guests

Several key leaders stayed away because of the inclusion of far-right politicians from Europe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M2kiaxt via

Prevent boss leaves role after Southport failings

His departure follows a damming review that found Prevent prematurely closed Axel Rudakubana's case. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vcd468p via

RFU chief Sweeney survives no-confidence vote

Rugby Football Union chief executive Bill Sweeney survives a vote of no-confidence at a special general meeting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JmA0nSO via

Baby slings unsafe for hands-free feeding, charities warn

Parenting charities, including the NCT, have updated their advice saying slings and carriers are unsafe for feeding. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JSxkXIR via

Trump names conservative media critic as US ambassador to South Africa

Brent Bozell's nomination comes at a time when relations between South Africa and the United States are at a low point. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vbety4n via

Two French air display jets crash in rehearsal

The three occupants of the two Alpha Jets that collided ejected and were "found alive and conscious". from BBC News https://ift.tt/GXP4Lwg via

Brisbane to build 63,000-seater stadium for 2032 Games

The Queensland Government confirms plans to build a new 63,000-seater stadium for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zYG6wpS via

Buttler hits fifty but Titans beaten by Kings

Jos Buttler impresses in his first knock since stepping down as England captain but Gujarat Titans fall to an 11-run defeat by Punjab Kings. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ri5xDf1 via

Britain's Brennan, 19, wins Volta a Catalunya stage one

British teenager Matthew Brennan claims his first World Tour race win with a stunning victory on stage one of the Volta a Catalunya. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8cnRVZM via

Slick Greece stroll to win that relegates Scotland in Nations League

Watch the best of the action as Greece overturn a 1-0 first-leg deficit with an impressive 3-0 win over Scotland at Hampden to relegate the hosts to Nations League B. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OEqDvGF via

My baby's premature birth was humbling, says Beatrice

The royal describes "months of sheer worry" she experienced over the birth of her second child. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CVtJyPd via

Six Kenyan police personnel killed in ambush near Somalia

No group has claimed responsibility, but an official said the attack followed a pattern of raids by Islamist militant group al-Shabab. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QuKk6n3 via

Government considering sending failed asylum seekers to Balkans

Home Office officials have discussed proposals to set up overseas "return hubs" from BBC News https://ift.tt/vIfVNwG via

Killer who cut up housemate caught in chance sighting

Marcin Majerkiewicz was caught when police recognised him from CCTV as he boarded a bus. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JfpBROg via

Depression led mum to kill baby after secret birth

Joanne Sharkey hid what she had done from everyone for more than a quarter of a century. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HWyOnYA via

Taliban frees US man held in Afghanistan for two years

George Glezmann's release comes after talks between US and Taliban officials in Kabul. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mgOc4py via

Ukraine and Russia to hold parallel talks next week

Volodymyr Zelensky says Vladimir Putin "must stop making unnecessary demands" to achieve a peace deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tEiD1HL via

Don't fear football regulator, league chief tells rich clubs

English Football League chief Rick Parry rejects claims a regulator would harm the Premier League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/phH07Iv via

Edinburgh to stage start of Tour de France in 2027

The men's and women's Tour de France will both begin in Britain in 2027, with Edinburgh to stage the men's Grand Depart. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CtfNTRl via

'Once again, fear has gripped the people in Gaza'

Gaza residents were woken by airstrikes hitting buildings as Israel shattered a two-month ceasefire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NtHBYLx via

'Coward' paedophile who fled country for three decades convicted of 97 charges

Richard Burrows is convicted after spending nearly 30 years on the run, Cheshire Police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kD6Xqae via

'There isn't a definitive version' - the changing face of Irish America

Irish heritage is still strong in America, but new generations bring new perspectives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4k2fNjb via

Angry protests after North Macedonia nightclub disaster

People in Kocani blame corruption after 59 people - many of them teenagers - died in a nightclub inferno. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rYbIGwc via

Trump and Putin to hold call on ceasefire deal soon, US envoy says

Steve Witkoff, who recently met Putin, says he expects the presidents to have a positive discussion. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2hGwFPa via

Watch: Six Nations Rugby Special

Ugo Monye introduces highlights from the final round of the Six Nations championship. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DUqCVM9 via

Tens of thousands attend anti-government protest in Serbia

The collapse of a station canopy that killed 15 people has galvanised anger towards the government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P5fkQKl via

England score 10 tries to keep Six Nations title hopes alive

Watch highlights as England score 10 tries to hammer Wales 68-14 in Cardiff and keep their Six Nations title hopes alive. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aeYivpg via

Ireland beat Italy to keep faint title hopes alive

Ireland hold off a spirited Italy to secure a bonus-point win in Rome and keep alive their faint hopes of winning a third consecutive Six Nations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J4cjfpN via

Gold price hits $3,000 as trade tensions mount

Demand for the precious metal has surged amid economic uncertainty over the impact of the global trade war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l6rsC9G via

First Druze crossing in 50 years as Israel courts allies in Syria

Its overtures towards the Druze is part of strengthening its defences against Syria's new leaders. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CNixa34 via

Gray dropped by Scotland for finale against title-chasing France

Gregor Brown and Matt Fagerson replace the benched Jonny Gray and injured Jack Dempsey for Scotland's final Six Nations match away to France. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9UyMiwT via

EU hits back at tariffs and warns against trade war

For consumers, higher prices loom on supermarket shelves, but for businesses and industry the risks are higher. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VZxfc2o via

Can Donald Trump afford a trade war with Canada?

And can Elon Musk afford a tumble in Tesla's share price? from BBC News https://ift.tt/fdBOeLY via

Arctic air brings freeze to UK as weather warning issued

Temperatures have plummeted. What's in store for the rest of the week? from BBC News https://ift.tt/C2wHxzD via

Could a dating app for games help smaller developers?

Ludocene is taking a cue from Tinder in an attempt to address a big problem for smaller developers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F6JonHN via

Annual jab for HIV protection passes trial hurdle

Lenacapavir, which stops HIV from replicating inside cells, has passed early safety tests. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2yTUBqp via

'Some Man Utd players not good enough & overpaid'

Some Manchester United players are "not good enough" and some are "overpaid", the club's co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe tells BBC sports editor Dan Roan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4wGV630 via

Six Nations Rugby

Highlights and opinion on a pivotal weekend of Six Nations action as Ireland face France. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yx5uv7j via

Pope Francis responding well to treatment, Vatican says

The 88-year-old prayed on Saturday morning in the chapel of the papal suite at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, the Vatican said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v69eSFW via

Share your memories of lockdown as UK to mark Covid day of reflection

Locally organised events are taking place across the UK with 2025 marking five years since the outbreak. from BBC News https://ift.tt/huxZYi3 via

Scottish kebab pie crowned UK 'pie of pies'

Christine and Paul Boyle from Boghall Butchers in West Lothian made the award winning pie. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lnYFmXE via

Brit Awards prompt 825 complaints about Charli XCX and Sabrina Carpenter

More than 800 complaints were made to the media watchdog, mainly about Carpenter and Charli XCX. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KTw71IS via

Eddie the Eagle can fly v Ipswich - FPL tips & team of the week

With question marks around many of the top strikers this week, why not take a flyer on the likes of Eddie Nketiah and Beto, asks Thomas Woods. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w7Pt30J via

Have RFK Jr.'s vaccine views gone mainstream?

Robert Kennedy now heads the US health ministry and doubts about vaccines are rising from BBC News https://ift.tt/Fcdh1yA via

Fifa to give $1bn as Europe nears Club World Cup deal

Fifa is set to give more than $1bn in prize money to clubs, which is believed to be a record sum, for its summer Club World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ggj43Tv via

Jay-Z sues woman who dropped rape claim against him

His defamation action says she admitted being pressured into making false claims, in an "evil conspiracy". from BBC News https://ift.tt/cTwIY0B via

Three men charged with harassment of BBC presenter

Lighthouse was the subject of BBC programme A Very British Cult presented by Catrin Nye from BBC News https://ift.tt/vjaqtVp via

US aid pause raises stakes for Starmer over Ukraine

The prime minister will soon need evidence to show he can be a bridge between Trump and Ukraine. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6cGelmY via

A weekend of frantic talks - where does it leave Zelensky, Trump and Europe?

Where does a weekend of European support for Ukraine leave Zelensky's US relations after White House row? from BBC News https://ift.tt/01qtrHl via

Protesters target JD Vance in Vermont after clash with Zelensky

They held up pro-Ukraine signs on the route that the vice-president and his family were expected to take to go skiing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OzLvCEu via

Starmer dismisses SNP call to axe Trump state visit

The SNP say Donald Trump needs to be a steadfast ally of Ukraine after a fiery exchange with Zelensky on Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mYWxr1k via

R&B hitmaker Angie Stone reported dead in car crash

The Wish I Didn't Miss You was involved in a collision in Alabama following a performance, according to US media. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9lNG5WZ via

In pictures - Teddy Swims and Sabrina Carpenter lead way on Brit Awards red carpet

The world's biggest artists were on the red carpet at London's O2 Arena ahead of the ceremony. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TdlcZBV via

Bus crash kills at least 37 in Bolivia

About 30 people were also injured after two buses collided early on Saturday, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sy5fN83 via