North v South - the battle for global supremacy is tighter than ever

The new Nations Championship pits the northern hemisphere against the south. Traditionally there would only be one winner in such a contest. Perhaps things are different now...

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Man charged with attempted murder and arson following Belfast disorder

The 29-year-old was arrested on Monday in connection with a glider bus which was set on fire on 9 June.

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Why Netherlands v Morocco is more than just a match

Morocco’s World Cup meeting with the Netherlands tells a story about migration, identity and the battle for Dutch-born talent.

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Players end Wimbledon prize money protest

The world's leading players end their boycott of Wimbledon media duties again after "constructive meetings" with the All England Club.

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Old guard boosts Wimbledon's allure in battle for centre stage

Serena Williams, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic feature in our essential guide to Wimbledon 2026.

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Lightning causes fires and serious house damage

Six blazes caused by strikes have been dealt with by crews across Kent, East Sussex and West Sussex.

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Scouting report on Panama - why England should be wary

Panama's results do not paint a true picture of their performances in the World Cup so far - so what can England expect from them?

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Williams to begin Wimbledon comeback against Joint

American superstar Serena Williams will make her highly-anticipated singles comeback at Wimbledon against Australia's Maya Joint in the first round.

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Weekly sports quiz: World Cup, Test cricket and Wimbledon

How much attention have you paid to what's happened in the world of sport over the past seven days?

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Spurs' Tonali hunt shows chasm Newcastle must bridge

The pursuit of Sandro Tonali by Tottenham - who narrowly avoided relegation last season - shows the challenge Newcastle face.

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Is Gasly's podium justice or a can of worms best left unopened? F1 Q&A

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the Austrian Grand Prix.

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Boy, 14, charged with murder over stabbing

Jamal Coombes, 17, was found fatally injured in Battersea on Saturday.

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Doku criticised over plan to return home for birth

Winger Jeremy Doku is criticised for saying he wants to leave Belgium's World Cup camp to be with his wife when she gives birth to their first child.

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Mark Hughes' son Alex dies aged 38

Wales legend Mark Hughes says he is "totally heartbroken" after the death of his son Alex aged 38.

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Four in hospital after bare-chested man with weapon roams around Edinburgh

A man was seen battering the door of a pizzeria as members of the public run away on Friday night.

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Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home

There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg.

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Child attacked by crocodile critical two days on: Here's everything we know so far

A 30-year-old man is bailed after a child ended up in a crocodile enclosure at a farm zoo.

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Mercedes withdraw Monaco Grand Prix appeal

Mercedes withdraw their appeal against the result of the Monaco Grand Prix.

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Tactical analysis: England look exciting but how can they tighten up?

England produced some exciting attacking football while beating Croatia 4-2 but why did they look so shaky defensively?

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Why one Gen Z Londoner is allowed to graze sheep on land in the Welsh valleys

Caleb Tutt travelled from Lambeth to a hilltop in Llantrisant to claim his ancient birthright.

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Real Madrid sign Silva on free transfer

Bernado Silva, who left Manchester City at the end of the season, links up with new Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho.

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Grieving sister used tracker to catch memorial thief

Georgia Shaw found the man who repeatedly removed her brother's roadside memorial.

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India temporarily bans Telegram over exam paper leak concerns

The NEET exam had earlier been scrapped over allegations of a paper leak, sparking massive protests.

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Real Madrid complete £51.8m deal for Chelsea's Cucurella

Real Madrid announce the £51.8m signing of Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella on a six-year deal.

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Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup fee

Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his tournament fee from Fifa in full.

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Armed men kidnap high-ranking security official in Haiti

James Boyard's abduction is the highest-ranking abduction in the violence-wracked country in recent years, according to reports.

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'Gang leaders are soccer lovers' - Haiti play with hope for peace

Haiti's first appearance at a men's World Cup for 52 years is as much about hope as it is goals for the conflict-torn nation.

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Boy, 14, among arrests after man fatally assaulted

Essex Police say three teenagers are being questioned on suspicion of murder.

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Shopworker sacked for tackling suspected bacon thief

Eileen Fox had worked at the One Stop Shop in Bootle for four years before she was sacked.

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A new way to experience the World Cup - only on BBC Sport

Ever wanted to see a World Cup match from every angle? How about a full-pitch tactical view? Now you can on the BBC.

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Our sons are playing for two different countries at the World Cup

Jack and Heather Souttar are heading to the US to support their sons, who play for Scotland and Australia.

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The Democrats fight back Trump-style in Maine… but have they messed up?

New scandals and allegations emerge against Democrat Graham Platner in Maine

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Hundreds of twitchers flock to see African bird in UK for first time

It is the first time the African bird has been recorded in the UK.

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Keane and Fernandes clear air after row over 'lie'

Roy Keane clears the air with Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes after he misquoted the Portuguese - which led to Fernandes accusing him of lying.

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Tickets for Iran fans revoked, says federation

Iran's football federation says its allocation of tickets for the group stage of the World Cup has been revoked just days before the tournament.

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The flag Iranians are not allowed to wave at the World Cup

Iran football fans living in Los Angeles explain why they want to wave Iran's pre-1979 Islamic revolution flag and dismiss the one that is on their team's shirt.

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Bellingham has fight to start for England - Tuchel

Jude Bellingham has a fight on his hands to feature in England's starting line-up at the World Cup, says manager Thomas Tuchel.

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'Another one!' Tongue strikes early as England close in on victory

Josh Tongue makes an early breakthrough on day four for England as he traps New Zealand's Tom Blundell lbw for four on day four of the first Test at Lord's, with the tourists 58-6, chasing 254 to win.

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Lammy says he told JD Vance his Nowak comments were 'wrong'

Lammy says he told the US vice-president the teen's murder "has got nothing to do with mass migration".

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Huge crowds throng Madrid streets for Pope's open-air mass

The pontiff waved at those gathered from his popemobile as he arrived at the Plaza de Cibeles.

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The pioneer in an unlikely World Cup team

When Desmond Armstrong faced the media at the World Cup in 1990, the first question he got was one that would stick in his mind for the wrong reasons.

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Man dies after bitten by shark in Western Australia, police say

The man was spearfishing off Michaelmas Island with his family, according to local reports.

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Shaw and Hasegawa on PFA women's award shortlist

Manchester City duo Khadija 'Bunny' Shaw and Yui Hasegawa are shortlisted for the Professional Footballers Association's Women's Player of the Year award.

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Fifa bans fans from taking water bottles into World Cup stadiums

Fans will not be allowed to take reusable water bottles into World Cup stadiums due to safety concerns, Fifa says in a late policy change.

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Scott poised to make England debut in World Cup friendlies

Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott is poised to make his England debut in the forthcoming World Cup warm-up games in the United States.

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Foreign nationals among at least 21 killed in Delhi fire

Many victims were South Asians who had travelled to India for treatment or to accompany relatives.

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World Cup 2026: How to follow on the BBC

The biggest World Cup in history starts on 11 June and there are more ways to follow it on the BBC than ever before.

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Sooryavanshi, 15, wins car at IPL awards - but cannot drive it

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wins a car for his performances in the Indian Premier League - but the 15-year-old will have to wait three years to drive it.

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