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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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q0jE3Mz

The Inquiry

Why fungal diseases are becoming more dangerous to human health from BBC News https://ift.tt/vZnHhuK

The Inquiry

Why fungal diseases are becoming more dangerous to human health from BBC News https://ift.tt/iQfes3c

Macron warns the West could lose credibility over Ukraine and Gaza wars

The French president spoke at the Shangri-la Dialogue, a high-level Asia defence summit in Singapore. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rEg4DjM via IFTTT

Embarrassing defeat and bizarre parade - inside Man Utd's troubled trip

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/d4fgTBO

Judge blocks Trump's effort to restrict foreign students at Harvard - for now

The case pits the government's power over student visas against Harvard's free speech rights from BBC News https://ift.tt/uPThAHw via IFTTT

Father-of-three charged over Liverpool parade crash

Seventy-nine people were hurt when a car hit fans attending Liverpool's Premier League victory parade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OuPAJrc

Are (even more of) Israel’s allies turning against them?

EU says Israeli strikes in Gaza 'go beyond what is necessary' to fight Hamas from BBC News https://ift.tt/gcUdVe3

Fans arrested after clashes before Conference League final

Riot police in the Polish city of Wroclaw use a water cannon to stop trouble between Chelsea and Real Betis fans before the Uefa Conference League final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4eUBg9s

Alan Bates's 'kangaroo court' claims denied by Post Office payout board

The body overseeing compensation has pushed back against criticisms by Sir Alan Bates, who led the campaign for redress. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l5eU9PZ

Wolves to reject Man Utd's five-year pay plan for Cunha

Wolves are set to reject Manchester United's proposal to pay Matheus Cunha's £62.5m release clause over five years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OQKNpxB

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/f2jC0El

'Poor' decision by PGMOL to pick Bramall - Hackett

The referees' body made a "poor management decision" in appointing Thomas Bramall to officiate Aston Villa's defeat by Manchester united, says former referees' boss Keith Hackett. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pbx6Syf

Far-right marchers attack Palestinians as Israel marks taking of Jerusalem

Israeli opposition leaders condemned attacks on Palestinians as "racist" and a disgrace to Judaism. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rvuOEtX via IFTTT

Swinney accuses Reform of racism over Sarwar advert

The first minister has urged Facebook's parent company Meta to remove the "unacceptable" video. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zXb2oj3

Villa complain to Premier League after missing out on Champions League

Aston Villa will complain to the Premier League after a "big mistake" by referee Thomas Bramall during a 2-0 loss at Man Utd. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yZeNM6Y

Van Dijk lifts Premier League trophy at rapturous Anfield

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk lifts the Premier League title aloft at Anfield - the first league title trophy lift in front of a crowd at Anfield in 35 years after their 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j7Tv36t

AntiSocial

Should schools be teaching children to toughen up? from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZCnSVd0

Bethell comments 'twisted to suit agenda' - Stokes

Captain Ben Stokes says his comments about a potential immediate return to the England team for Jacob Bethell were "twisted to suit an agenda". from BBC News https://ift.tt/5c0HYAI

How Watson went from outcast to Sunderland promotion hero

Tommy Watson had been booed by Sunderland fans following a deal to join Brighton in the summer, only to score the goal to secure Premier League football for the Black Cats. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RF9lyhq

Monaco pole 'a big thing' for Norris but there's jeopardy

Lando Norris says his pole position at the Monaco Grand Prix is a "step in the right direction" and "quite a big thing" after being unhappy with his form since the start of this season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7fkhrJz

Watch: Today at the Test

Day three highlights from the Test match between England and Zimbabwe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OI7StAj

Judge temporarily blocks Trump plan to stop Harvard enrolling foreign students

It comes a day after the administration said it had revoked Harvard's access to student visa programmes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/laLdvh0

Legendary photographer Sebastião Salgado dies at 81

He was known for dramatic and unflinching black-and-white images of hardship, conflict and natural beauty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5x1eDvS

Stokes and Bennett shine before Zimbabwe follow on

Ben Stokes hints at a return to his best and Brian Bennett strikes a sparkling century before England make Zimbabwe follow on on the second day at Trent Bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6EMAcKk

Cricket: Today at the Test

Day two highlights from the Test match between England and Zimbabwe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uXAO8pD

Yes, yes, yes: Man Utd sure on Amorim, transfers and the future

A look at what's next for Manchester United after their Europa League final defeat - with focus on transfer plans, finances and the future of their head coach Ruben Amorim. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TVPJayY

Cricket: Today at the Test

Day one highlights from the Test match between England and Zimbabwe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9VSRMY5

Pope, Crawley & Duckett hit centuries as England dominate Zimbabwe

Centuries from Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope and Ben Duckett highlight a dominant batting display as England wrap up day one on 498-3 in the first innings of their single Test match against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/maK2pJC

National parking platform seeks to end 'hassle' of multiple parking apps

The frustration of having to download multiple apps to pay for parking may go if a new platform is widely adopted. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iSAeXnV

'Oh goodness me!' - Grimmond run out in bizarre fashion

West Indies' Realeanna Grimmond is run out in bizarre fashion to leave West Indies on 47-3 in their first T20 against England at Canterbury. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8NbSloh

Her bravery shone through, says family of firefighter who died in business park blaze

Firefighters Jennie Logan and Martyn Sadler, along with father Dave Chester, died in the fire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KcVZBDt

French paedophile surgeon says he is 'responsible' for deaths of two victims

Joel Le Scouarnec, who has been on trial since February, has admitted to sexually abusing hundreds of patients. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Kbnkud3

Infected blood victims call for faster compensation

Diana Johnson MP, who has campaigned with victims, tells BBC slow progress is "disappointing". from BBC News https://ift.tt/RQZFp7n

Spanish PM calls for Israel ban at Eurovision

Pedro Sánchez warns against "double standards" after Russia was banned from the song contest in 2022. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vr76TjN

Impressive Raducanu beats Kasatkina in Strasbourg

Emma Raducanu produces an encouraging display to reach the second round in Strasbourg as she continues to build momentum before the French Open. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9F5pYDE

Former Little Mix singer Jesy Nelson gives birth to twins

The former Little Mix singer says the two girls are "healthy and fighting strong" after being born prematurely from BBC News https://ift.tt/am4cbOY

Can anyone stop 'unrivalled' Chelsea after treble?

After wrapping up a domestic treble with their Women's FA Cup win over Manchester United, can anyone stop Chelsea? from BBC News https://ift.tt/4bIdAFT

'More to come' from Ferrari, says Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton says there are "lots of positives to take" from the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix after he finished fourth from 12th on the grid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kHSfQ4K

Palace shock Man City to win first major trophy in their history

A first half goal from Eberechi Eze is enough for Crystal Palace to secure a 1-0 win over Manchester City and win the first ever major trophy in the club's history in the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vgtOczQ

Ferrari 'P-nowhere' with Hamilton 'devastated'

Lewis Hamilton is "gutted" by Ferrari's performance at the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix while team-mate Charles Leclerc says it "hurts". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ywqJ1RS

Tesco apologises after software issue hits website and app

The company apologised to customers after its app and website went down on Friday afternoon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mtFTP5w

Why are ginger cats ginger? Scientists finally have the answer

Researchers in Japan and US have unlocked the 60-year mystery of what gives cats their orange colour. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kV5mQqu

Hancock ignored call to test all NHS staff, Covid inquiry hears

Two Nobel prize-winning scientists worried about "asymptomatic transmission" between staff and patients. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3TNHK1k

Charity boss slams 'reprehensible' health trusts

NHS trusts "try to stop" coroners issuing Prevention of Future Death reports, an inquiry hears. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gPEK7FL

I'm far from quitting as Man Utd coach - Amorim

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim says he has no intention of walking out on the Europa League finalists despite their domestic struggles. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Nygbt0D

Why was Peter Sullivan not freed earlier?

The extraordinary injustice experienced by the 68-year-old trigger questions over the appeals system. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TPUL9ZF

Newly-elected Reform councillor was sacked as police officer

Andrew Hamilton-Gray won a seat in Loughborough for Reform, with almost 40% of the vote. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BGeINtL

Israeli air strike on hospital kills at least six people in Gaza, local officials say

Israeli warplanes dropped six bombs simultaneously on the hospital, according to local sources. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SkmRgDd

Blackmore - the humble pioneer who transformed racing

As trailblazing jockey Rachael Blackmore retires from the saddle, we look at her impact and success in jump racing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vASmDte

Trump to receive luxury jet for Air Force One from Qatar

The aircraft is intended for use as a presidential plane, which will then be donated to Trump's library. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VeqQXCE via IFTTT

Amorim admits he may have to leave if poor form continues

United's appalling finish to the campaign hit another low note at Old Trafford as they lost to a West Ham side that had failed to win any of their previous eight games. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PSLH8dY

'We are all frustrated' - Marinakis defends 'scandalous' confrontation

Nottingham Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo plays down owner Evangelos Marinakis' post-match intervention following the 2-2 draw against Leicester. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yO2gVmI

Champions League race hots up as Man City slip & Villa win

Manchester City have dropped points in the race for the Champions League - so who needs what? from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dlfu5E7

Welbeck ends 17-year wait to hit double figures

At the age of 34, Danny Welbeck hits double figures for Premier League goals in a single season for the first time in 17 years in Saturday's 2-0 win at Wolves. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KRWIGwk

'Sorry if we got your hopes up' - Saints avoid unwanted record

Southampton avoid becoming an addition to a pub quiz question after moving past Derby County's record low total of 11 points. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VHFCaTe

Arsenal beat Man Utd in seven-goal thriller

Arsenal secure second place in the WSL with a 4-3 win against Manchester United. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jI4coXM

Mexico sues Google over 'Gulf of America' name change

President Sheinbaum argues Trump's executive order applies only to the US portion of the continental shelf. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IECxyXf

Bargain Hunt expert admits terror offence after sales to alleged Hezbollah financier

Oghenochuko Ojiri, who has been an expert on the BBC programme, has admitted eight offences. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8J0XB1p

Women's World Cup to expand to 48 teams from 2031

Fifa announces that the Women's World Cup will be expanded from 32 to 48 teams from the 2031 tournament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kGRzIqo

Watch Pope Leo XIV's first public address - in full

Speaking from the Vatican balcony just after being unveiled as the new pontiff, he paid tribute to his predecessor and called for unity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4psj5To via IFTTT

Charity linked to Prince Harry admits human rights abuses in Congo park

African Parks acknowledged its rangers committed human rights abuses in Congo-Brazzaville. from BBC News https://ift.tt/G60web8

Pay day banking outages hit 1.2m people, banks reveal

In a letters to MPs, four major banks have set out the extent of the disruption caused in February's outage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JBhjdTe

Postecoglou hits back at Wenger over CL spot row

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou claims "Spurs does crazy things to people" in response to Arsene Wenger's suggestion the winners of the Europa League should not qualify for the Champions League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0f3rk7D

South African opposition politician hits out after failing to get UK visa

The UK Home Office was unable to process Julius Malema's application in time for his trip, the High Commission says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eicnabL via IFTTT

Militant group chief says relatives killed in India strike

The Pakistan-based leader of a militant group has said 10 of his relatives have been killed in a missile strike by India. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4c75Gbp

Customer stabbed to death in city centre bank

A section of the road between St Peter's Church and the HSBC branch in Derby remains taped off. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SwhUdk5

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/2eZhIT1

Romanian PM resigns and pulls out of coalition after nationalist vote win

Marcel Ciolacu told his colleagues their government had no credibility after presidential elections. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D2cxNET

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/K7YBflh

'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. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WUcX6ub

Draper loses to Ruud in Madrid final

British number one Jack Draper misses out on a first ATP Tour clay-court title as Casper Ruud edges an absorbing Madrid Open final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D2iuEvJ

McFly thrill fan after chance M4 services meeting

A chance meeting in a motorway services leads to a dream moment Joel, who has Down's syndrome. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4Z1DAzV

Rangers condemn 'unacceptable' banner and throwing of bottle

Rangers condemn an "unacceptable" fan banner and the throwing of objects on to the pitch during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Celtic at Ibrox. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9qgCmKz

Bordeaux down holders Toulouse to set up Northampton final

Bordeaux-Begles set up an Investec Champions Cup final against Northampton as they derail holders Toulouse in a pulsating match between France's top two sides. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lz8PNHO

'I saw Southampton breaking and the ref down, so I blew his whistle'

Jamie Vardy is not quite ready to blow the whistle on his legendary Leicester City career, after reaching 199 goals for the club. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T6MzdbV

Fears of global instability drive Singapore voters into ruling party's arms

The People's Action Party won by a landslide in an election dominated by concerns over the cost of living and the economy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N6nEC9B via IFTTT

Warren Buffett, 94, stepping down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO

The veteran investor known as the Sage of Omaha told his company's annual meeting that he would hand over the reins to Vice-Chairman Greg Abel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W6HdFUB

'Pretty special' - Leeds and Burnley's fight to the end for Championship glory

Leeds United and Burnley both reached 100 points in the Championship, a first in a season for the division. BBC Sport explores why both sides were so dominant. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ejhs9bx

Trump will rename Veterans Day to celebrate US victories in World Wars

The president says Americans did "more than any other country, by far, in producing a victorious result" in the conflict. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SODENts

Guardiola to take coaching break after Man City

Pep Guardiola says he will take a break from management after he leaves Manchester City, though he does not know when he will retire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CnDy6oK

Assisted deaths could top 4,000 a year within decade

Estimate included in official review of costs and impact of passing assisted dying law in England and Wales. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jMDwSzC

Two opposing views on football's transgender ban

BBC Sport speaks to two campaigners with different views of the Football Association's decision to ban transgender women from the women's game from BBC News https://ift.tt/k17VPlW

Draper set for world top five after beating Arnaldi

British number one Jack Draper cruises past Italy's Matteo Arnaldi 6-0 6-4 to reach the semi-finals of the Madrid Open and move into the top five in the world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ahcJ4Ms