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Man City agree £65m deal for Everton's Ndiaye

Manchester City agree a deal worth a minimum £60m to sign Iliman Ndiaye from Everton. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qs67iIL

Ex-congressman George Santos banned from betting platform for life

The prediction market operator Kalshi says Santos made barred trades and misleading comments that influenced prices. from BBC News https://ift.tt/18a6c57 via IFTTT

How Messi's decade of dominance almost never happened

Lionel Messi's decade of dominance with Argentina that almost never happened will go down as one of football's greatest ever stories. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Y4qj73f

WhatsApp chat used to launder cash for crime and extremism

The WhatsApp money launderers arranged cash transfers in the UK and around the world with no paper trail. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ju3oAmP via IFTTT

Seven arrested after death of newborn baby girl

The baby was pronounced dead at a property in the Wincobank area of Sheffield. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a6y72BO

Australia usually hosts the world's biggest cuttlefish mating event - not this year

According to official figures only 1,811 cuttlefish turned up to mate this year, down 97% on last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LPT8mcy via IFTTT

South Africa hold off All Blacks fightback to level series

World champions South Africa deliver a powerful first-half performance as they edge past New Zealand and level 'Rugby's Greatest Rivalry' series at 1-1. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J93haCq

Cricket: Today at the Test

Day 2 highlights from the second Test match between England and Pakistan at Lord's. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K0GRqFV

Smith & Cox help England to 248-9 on truncated day one

Jamie Smith and Jordan Cox battle difficult conditions and an improved Pakistan performance to take England to a competitive total on the opening day of the second Test. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PmUjHRY

Parrot eggs hatch after suspected Thai smuggler arrested at South African airport

A 50-year-old Thai suspect was arrested with the eggs in a "homemade incubator" carried as hand luggage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p0umZsU

Newcastle sign Gonzalez from Man City for £52m

Newcastle United sign Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez for a fee which could rise to £52m. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k3mzAaN

Littler's Players Championship hopes dented

Luke Littler loses to Jermaine Wattimena in the quarter-finals of the 27th Players Championship contest of the year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4KCVvZm

Villa in talks with Club Brugge for defender Ordonez

Aston Villa are working on a move for Club Brugge central defender Joel Ordonez after failing to agree a deal with Southampton for Taylor Harwood-Bellis. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NM31JpD

Late penalty for Liverpool denies Newcastle win

Szoboszlai rescues a point for Liverpool, scoring a stoppage-time penalty to deny Newcastle an opening game victory at St James' Park in the Premier League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NShgW3b

Guinea rubbish landfill collapse kills 30

A mound of rubbish at a major waste site buried several homes in the capital, the government says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OYPqwde

Stokes stars as leaders Durham hammer Derbyshire

Ben Stokes hits 66 not out and takes 5-17 as Durham wrap up a 338-run victory at Derbyshire inside three days in Division Two of the County Championship. from BBC News https://ift.tt/amkOovt

Tarling third in Vuelta opener after brother's death

Britain's Josh Tarling finishes third in the opening stage of the Vuelta a Espana just eight days after his brother Fin lost his life in a crash. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8p4RuHc

It would be 'nice to have choice' over Ashes venues - Root

Joe Root said "it would be nice to have a choice" over the venues where his England team play as they leave Headingley until 2029. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dp1FsOU

Cricket: Today at the Test

Day 2 highlights from the Test match between England and Pakistan at Headingley. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L4vnu2x

Cricket: Today at the Test

New captain, new coach and some old faces. England start the series at Headingley from BBC News https://ift.tt/F0xjuzg

Aston Villa agree deal for West Ham's Wan-Bissaka

Aston Villa agree to sign West Ham defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka on an initial loan deal with an obligation to buy at the end of the season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aciI0lu

US mother begged for help before her children's killings, mother-in-law testifies

Lindsay Clancy has admitted killing her daughter and two sons but has pleaded not guilty to murder, saying she was experiencing postpartum psychosis. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zE9FmnK

LIV cancels final event to focus on 'next chapter'

LIV Golf cancels its Team Championships in Michigan after weeks of speculation, saying it needs to focus on "building its next chapter". from BBC News https://ift.tt/oVAUKtG

US hiker dies after being struck by lightning on Mount Etna

The 30-year-old was on the active volcano when a thunderstorm developed, local media report. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FKHGbSW via IFTTT

Australia's Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson is appealing - here's what you need to know

The Australian, who notoriously poisoned her family members, is trying to overturn her conviction. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KuBtRs0

Super Giants survive late wobble to win men's Hundred

Trent Rockets fail in their bid to become the first team to win both Hundred trophies in the same year, as they are beaten by Manchester Super Giants in the men's final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2sW4ual

Twelve killed as Polish bus veers off Hungarian motorway

Dozens more are seriously injured after the tourist bus overturned in the early hours of Sunday morning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TvUVDzP via IFTTT

Barcelona agree £65m deal to sign Rodri from Man City

Barcelona agree a deal to sign Spain captain Rodri from Manchester City. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jgeDika

'Fury' at Tarling death as cycling union calls for better helmets

The cyclists' union expresses "fury" over the death of British rider Fin Tarling during Friday's stage of the Volta a Portugal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hrUMcsP

BBC seeks to subpoena Trump's family members in Panorama lawsuit

The BBC's lawyers argue Trump's family members "have personal knowledge" of his intentions in the speech he gave outside the US Capitol on 6 January 2021. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rQsAa16 via IFTTT

Firefighters battle wildfire tearing through Belgian nature reserve

The fire burning through the major park was described as the country's worst in recent years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AEGinue

France's top court blocks social media ban for under-15s

The Constitutional Council says it infringes upon freedom of expression - but President Macron vows to prepare a new draft. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ILxue4Z

Afghan women tell the BBC their lives are unrecognisable after five years of Taliban rule

Women across the country speak of public floggings, losing their jobs, and barriers to healthcare that endanger lives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SGHMymF via IFTTT

Stephen Bear jailed over sex offender breaches

The TV personality posted in Brazil "the police will not be able to catch" him, a court hears. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K6sc3uQ

Ebola outbreak on track to be deadliest ever, WHO chief says

The outbreak, declared on 15 May, has caused more than 2,000 deaths, with thousands more reported cases. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hy3OdM2 via IFTTT

GB teenager Nowacki wins dramatic European gold

British teenager Filip Nowacki claims a dramatic gold in the men's 200m breaststroke final at the European Aquatics Championships in Paris. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dUaLcT4

How do I apply for an apprenticeship and what will I get paid?

Apprentices split their time between training and working - and are paid by their employer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wEDdIz0

New Forest wildfire continues as temperatures rise

A crew of around 100 firefighters have been battling the wildfire since it began on Sunday 9 August. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PF5VhNZ

Jaissle 'bit scared' how refs will take 'emotional' touchline style

Newcastle United head coach Matthias Jaissle cut a measured figure at his unveiling news conference, but Premier League managers will come up against someone very different from BBC News https://ift.tt/B5vjLKf

Liverpool sign Araujo on loan from Barcelona

Liverpool sign Uruguay defender Ronald Araujo on a season-long loan from Barcelona, with an option to buy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8Njrmaq

Defiant Hodgkinson says home European title would mean as much as Olympic gold

Keely Hodgkinson will seek to prove she is still number one following a "tricky" outdoor season when she faces world-class rivals for European 800m gold in Birmingham. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TvO0XrS

Digne completes move to PSG from Aston Villa

France international Lucas Digne has completed his move from Aston Villa to European champions Paris St-Germain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WQLDIBY

Eight-try Wigan thump Toulouse to move into second

Try-machine Zach Eckersley and Liam Marshall both score twice as Wigan Warriors beat Toulouse Olympique 48-18 to go second in Super League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pu5dQ7J

Australia is the planet's extinction hotspot, but one animal offers a glimmer of hope

The country is home to some of the world's most unique species - but it is losing them at an alarming rate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M1t3DH9 via IFTTT

Watch: BBC questions Infantino over backing as Fifa president

The head of the football governing body has faced multiple calls to quit after his aborted attempt to sell private stakes in the World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QBKLd8G via IFTTT

Obesity rates have doubled in England since 1993 - what's going on?

Around seven million more adults are living with obesity than would have been if obesity rates had stayed the same as 1993. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kuV7zyM

Flintoff leaves England Lions head coach role

Former England all-rounder Andrew Flintoff steps down as head coach of England Lions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BZPYom7

Trafford joins Leeds from Man City in potential £45m deal

Leeds United sign Manchester City and England goalkeeper James Trafford in a deal worth up to £45m. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mCwlrLo

Le Court wins stage six of Tour after mechanical failure

Kimberley Le Court wins a sprint finish to seal victory in stage six of the Tour de France Femmes on Thursday, as Swiss rider Marlen Reusser holds on to the overall lead. from BBC News https://ift.tt/f68jEzi

Artificial Intelligence used to design brand new viruses

Scientists made 16 successful viruses that had their genetic code designed by artificial intelligence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OdApEMc

Real Madrid make Vinicius Jr improved contract offer

Real Madrid make Vinicius Jr an improved contract offer as they look to keep the Brazil winger at the Bernabeu. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RJrGkie

Ukrainian vegetable seller targeted in 'human safari' drone attack

A video shows a Russian drone pursuing a street vendor in the Kherson region before exploding. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r8jSDPI via IFTTT

Tributes paid to 'quietly seismic' theatre director and playwright Peter Gill

Gill performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company before embarking on a successful directing career. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ftaI6pk

'My only son was shot standing up for justice' - inside city gripped by deadly protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir

The BBC gains unique access to Rawalakot, scene of violent clashes between security forces and protesters in Pakistan-administered Kashmir. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kLYWrgZ via IFTTT

West Ham co-owner David Sullivan advised to stay away from home matches

London Stadium recommends West Ham's co-owner stay away amid fears of fan unrest following sexual misconduct claims. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vPG1uAR

Day to remember for record-breaking Finucane

Emma Finucane creates history by winning a fourth track cycling Commonwealth Games gold and leads Wales into closing ceremony. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aSUTAWx

Irish boxer Reeves 'critical but stable' in hospital

Irish boxer Lee Reeves is in a "critical but stable" condition in hospital after he was stretchered out of the ring in Dublin on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5cdZAQF

Chelsea sign Strasbourg midfielder Barco

Chelsea complete the signing of Argentina and Strasbourg midfielder Valentin Barco on a seven-year deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q7LCEHD

Tourist plane crashes in Peru, killing 13

The small plane was flying over the Nazca Lines ​archaeological site when it crashed, according to local reports. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vmy0phl

Three killed in Moscow restaurant bombing

The deadly blast took place in a venue near the centre of the city, as a woman carrying explosives tried to enter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ITQanW4 via IFTTT

Root in 'very different place' over Test captaincy

England's Joe Root is ready to embrace his second stint as Test captain, saying he is in a "very different place" to when he stepped down from the role four years ago. from BBC News https://ift.tt/f0ae4Pj