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Le Pen attacks ban from running for public office as 'political decision'

The far-right National Rally leader's sentence jeopardises her chances of running for president in 2027. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r7Dhf5o

Virginia Giuffre in hospital after 'serious accident', spokesperson says

A spokesperson told the BBC Giuffre "greatly appreciates the support and well wishes people are sending". from BBC News https://ift.tt/0MhCO9N

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/On94Ao1

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/o16zesJ

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/HgTxcdY

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/6NMmsKR

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/Qt7bmay

Myanmar quake toll passes 1,600 as people dig for survivors with bare hands

An acute lack of equipment, patchy communications and wrecked roads are hampering the search for survivors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OzmU7sF

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/9ePzhig

Vance scolds Denmark during Greenland trip

Denmark's prime minister said the visit by the US VP and other top officials  showed a "lack of respect". from BBC News https://ift.tt/HDL19YZ

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/kKQHSof

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/JYwHoDX

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/rzh4v9V

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/XsvSmTM

A journalist has entered the top secret military chat

And there’s a Ukraine-Russia Black Sea ceasefire deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zZWOlxE

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/eCdg3Yw

Radio host Chris Stark diagnosed with testicular cancer

The Capital Breakfast host said he was 'effectively cured' after the disease was caught early. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Uoz0yir

Ashutosh stars as Delhi beat Lucknow in IPL thriller

Ashutosh Sharma's unbeaten 66 helps Delhi Capitals clinch a dramatic one-wicket win over Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EBanPfc

Learnings to take as England start World Cup year with win

Head coach John Mitchell says England will learn from being tested by Italy, as the Red Roses make a winning start to the Women's Six Nations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S0Xa8cJ

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/yqHUjJG

Protesters in Turkey rally 'for justice' after mayor's arrest

Protesters have taken to the streets for a fourth night after Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu was detained. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DmupfnG

Police burn chemicals as running event cancelled

The popular Hastings Half Marathon was due to take place on Sunday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s4LBYVX

At least two dead as wildfires rage in South Korea

Two people were found dead as multiple fires raged across the country on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3jXt0Mf

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/NEqZjS5

Newborn's death 'due to gross failures of midwives'

The coroner at newborn baby Ida Lock's inquest highlights eight opportunities that were missed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XIlng8t

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/y9w5usC

Rubbish piles high in Birmingham as bin strike drags on

Residents report seeing rats and foxes amid rising stacks of bin bags on Birmingham's streets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C0FjlTS

Woman jailed for faking twins pregnancy to partner

Libby Vernon, from Staffordshire, used a fake baby bump to trick her partner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YWBuat4

Players v tennis tours: why the lawsuit and what next?

BBC Sport tennis correspondent Russell Fuller looks at the key questions after a players' union co-founded by Novak Djokovic began legal action against tennis' governing bodies. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rxzvST4

Are Young Men in Crisis?

Gareth Southgate has said they are. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MlXg8CJ

Teen killer of mum and siblings planned 'massacre of the century'

The 19-year-old will be sentenced on Wednesday after he admits to killing his mother, brother and sister. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0N92XjS

'The party's not over yet' - Alan Shearer on Newcastle's ongoing celebrations

MOTD2 pundit and Newcastle legend Alan Shearer explains why his old club's EFL Cup final success to end their long wait for a trophy meant so much to him. from BBC News https://ift.tt/khLWPmp

'I've waited my whole life for this': Joyous Newcastle fans celebrate Carabao Cup win

The Magpies beat Liverpool 2-1 in the league cup final - their first major trophy since 1969. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g7VfwtK

Howe's history men to go down in Newcastle folklore

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe and his players will assume legendary status on Tyneside after winning the club's first trophy in 56 years, said Chief Football Writer Phil McNulty from BBC News https://ift.tt/64wCMut

Howe turns up 'drenched' to press conference after cup win

Watch the moment Eddie Howe arrives for his Carabao Cup final post-match press conference admitting to smelling "strange", following Newcastle's celebrations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qPaLk8u

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/PDJZSki

Haaland reaches 100 goal involvements in record time

The records may have slowed down as his goalscoring enters more human levels, but Erling Haaland reaches another landmark in Manchester City's 2-2 draw with Brighton. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Aksnp7M

England rout Wales to keep title dream alive

England run in 10 tries to destroy woeful Wales in Cardiff and keep alive their dreams of snatching a first Six Nations title since 2020. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JcPGF3q

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/pWxHJFZ

'So unfortunate' - why Alvarez's penalty was ruled out

MOTD pundits analyse Julian Alvarez's "unfortunate" double-touch penalty that was disallowed for Atletico Madrid in their dramatic penalty shootout loss to rivals Real in the Champions League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UTSDKsB

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/iXGTPCk

Disability benefit cuts test loyalty of Labour MPs

Some are worried about the possibility of freezing payments for people with long-term conditions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ybBdf6x

Nationwide customers to get £50 each after Virgin deal

More than 12 million members will receive the money directly into their accounts by the end of April. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pv5gbCu

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/17FM05n

Monday Night Club

Mark Chapman and guests debate the weekend's football from BBC News https://ift.tt/g4XkATw

'We need more Brunos' - Fernandes 'steps up all the time' for Man Utd

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says the club need 'more' players like Bruno Fernandes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/noN4uys

Six Nations Rugby

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

'Does it always have to be so dramatic, Scotland?'

Scotland earn their second win of the 2025 Six Nations, but only after doing things the hard way, writes Tom English. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yc87qSg

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/hDIi4Nx

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/YjVFQvC

PM pens heartfelt message to daughter on International Women's Day

The prime minister said he wants a future "defined by hope", not prejudice in a touching message to his daughter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jwc7VxG

'We're gutted' - Make-A-Wish trip cancelled after Eurostar disruption

Toni Mannion was looking forward to making "special memories" with her terminally ill daughter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sdgCwpM

Four sentenced over £200m money laundering plot

The case was one of the biggest of its kind in UK legal history, the Crown Prosecution Service says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NfYC8SZ

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/MdvrqKs

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/0kK8tbs

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/izlLQs8

'I lost trust' in Gaza film, says BBC boss Tim Davie

The BBC removed the programme after it emerged the 13-year-old narrator was the son of a Hamas official. from BBC News https://ift.tt/En1sjaF

Woman charged with murder of toddler found in pond

Annabel Mackey was discovered unresponsive in Kingsley Pond in Hampshire in September 2023. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8TIfQW9

Millie Bobby Brown says journalists are 'bullying' her

The 21-year-old Stranger Things actress has reacted to headlines about her recent media appearances. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H1Ji7mb

Is a truce between Ukraine and Russia possible?

President Macron proposes one-month ceasefire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YIzjTaA

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/9ZfboXj

R&B hitmaker Angie Stone dead in car crash

The Wish I Didn't Miss You singer was involved in a collision in Alabama following a performance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9xDyXKw

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/wxHm41N

Vance took the lead attacking Zelensky. Why?

Is the US vice-president doing Trump's bidding or looking to the future? from BBC News https://ift.tt/reygaF4

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/IgzYFPV