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Second batch of Mandelson files to be published on Monday

A government spokesperson said the documents "will be among the largest publications ever laid in Parliament". from BBC News https://ift.tt/uaYmbwg

Man City's future looks bright - and Shaw's role is key

Manchester City's domestic double is the start of what they hope will be a hugely successful period for the club - and Khadija Shaw is at the centre of it. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VHkhc5M

A team in need of change - why Liverpool parted with Slot

Why did Liverpool call time on head coach Arne Slot after two seasons in charge in which the club won the Premier League title? from BBC News https://ift.tt/NRt9rWA

Fonseca stuns Djokovic in third-round epic

Novak Djokovic's wait for a record 25th Grand Slam singles title goes on after teenager Joao Fonseca produces a stunning fightback to win a five-set epic in the French Open third round. from BBC News https://ift.tt/80ych7J

Rice, Shaw & McInnes among BBC Football Awards winners

For the first time, BBC Sport is handing out end-of-season football awards to the cream of the crop in English and Scottish football - and here are the winners. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SnqvMDJ

Jill Biden says she thought husband was 'having a stroke' during 2024 debate

The former US first lady told CBS News that she was frightened by Joe Biden's performance against Donald Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bLmQX1E

Mensik collapses on court as heatwave continues

Jakub Mensik collapses on court and Novak Djokovic swelters for almost four hours as players are made to work hard on another hot Paris day at the French Open. from BBC News https://ift.tt/48BaOrm

Foden a 'victim' of football's packed schedule

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden is a "victim" of football's packed fixture schedule after being left out of England's World Cup squad, says the chief executive of the PFA. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OxZzTk2

'Like the Eiffel Tower at night' - Osaka sparkles in French Open outfit

Naomi Osaka continues her tradition of serving jaw-dropping looks at Grand Slams with an outfit that reminds her of "the Eiffel tower at night". from BBC News https://ift.tt/cRyZKTQ

Shaw signs new Man City deal after contract U-turn

Man City striker Khadija Shaw signs a new four-year contract with the club, just days after it looked like she would be leaving the WSL champions this summer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yfIQCNA

England's batters are giving me T20 World Cup headache - Edwards

England have three T20s against India to come before the World Cup starts, with some question marks over their batting line-up for head coach Charlotte Edwards to answer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OBosA2Z

Spurs survival celebrations can't disguise season of embarrassment

Tottenham Hotspur's celebrations in survival cannot cover up their embarrassment of a season that almost ended in the unthinkable, says chief football writer Phil McNulty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aFf1LmH

Trump tells US negotiators 'not to rush' into deal with Iran

The US president said both sides "must take their time" to reach a deal, after saying on Saturday that an agreement had been "largely negotiated". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZjabTcf

Farewell to Salah, Liverpool's 'Egyptian king'

As Mohamed Salah's time at Liverpool comes to an end, a look at his legacy with insight from Jurgen Klopp, Ian Rush, Steven Gerrard and more. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E8gvxdt

'Too high a mountain' for Leinster as Bordeaux lift Champions Cup

After their previous European final defeats came down to "fine margins", Bordeaux's thrashing of Leinster in Bilbao highlighted a gulf between the sides from BBC News https://ift.tt/DT2kSvo

Teen boys' racist murder sentences to be referred to Court of Appeal

Kamran Aman was killed by Marcus Staniforth and another boy outside his mother's home. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J32XRxk

Usyk opponent Verhoeven 'not a normal man' - Hearn

Promoter Eddie Hearn says novice Rico Verhoeven has a "mountain to climb" against Oleksandr Usyk but described the challenger as "not a normal man". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ICNDOZm

Hamilton says he has no plans to retire from F1

Lewis Hamilton says he has no thoughts about stopping racing in Formula 1 and insists he will "be here for quite some time". from BBC News https://ift.tt/0BOL6vN

Tories announce Makerfield by-election candidate

Former Wigan Mayor Michael Winstanley is named as the Conservative Party's candidate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tl3TKjG

Has The UK Softened Russia Oil Sanctions?

And fuel duty freeze extended to the end of the year from BBC News https://ift.tt/OZUBIVu

Sooryavanshi, 15, hits 93 as Royals boost play-off chances

India wonderkid Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hits 93 off 38 balls as Rajasthan Royals beat Lucknow Super Giants to boost their chances of reaching the IPL play-offs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S5FovwO

The £100Bn HS2 Debacle

HS2 could now cost over £100bn, but government vows to deliver project “to completion”. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LYX817O

Man City's Shaw wins WSL Player of the Season

Manchester City striker Khadija Shaw wins the WSL Football's Player of the Season and Golden Boot awards at a ceremony in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vhxtk36

Americanswers... on 5 Live! Has Zohran Mamdani achieved a miracle in New York?

The new mayor says he’s rescued NYC from its budget crisis from BBC News https://ift.tt/jenpPkR

Osula stars as Newcastle increase West Ham's relegation worries

William Osula scores twice as Newcastle soundly defeat West Ham United 3-1, to leave Nuno Espirito Santo's side on the brink of relegation from the Premier League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AtCyfwR

England beaten in rain-affected ODI as NZ draw series

New Zealand beat England by 17 runs via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method to level the three-match series in Cardiff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WVHkNPD

Sportscene: Premiership Highlights

Highlights from the final day of the Scottish Premiership top six. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NFovL2W

US to seek death penalty for suspect in killing of Israeli embassy staff members

The US government alleges that Elias Rodriguez shot and killed a young Jewish couple at an event in Washington last May. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mst8OgY

Man City beat rivals Man Utd 2-1 to win FA Youth Cup

Reigan Heskey smashes home a late winner as Manchester City claim bragging rights over Manchester United by winning the FA Youth Cup for the fifth time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/buCPtUs

Listen: 5 Live Sport - The Making of Jannik Sinner

BBC Sport has travelled across Italy to tell the Jannik Sinner story. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hbs7GAz

Journalists scramble as gunshots sound in Philippine senate

Rounds of gunfire were heard but officials have not revealed who fired the shots. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8VobpS7

Elon Musk said control of OpenAI should go to his children, Sam Altman tells jury

Sam Altman said Elon Musk tried many times for total control of OpenAI, which he's now suing. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kbSMUKr

Refs' chief Webb confirms grappling consultation

Disallowing West Ham's last-ditch equaliser against Arsenal on Sunday was the right decision, referees' chief Howard Webb says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KhnE1ym

Labour MPs Move Against Starmer

The number of Labour MPs calling for the prime minister to go increases. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tSsO72H

Anderson shows character to go with talent after personal loss

Elliot Anderson's crucial equaliser against Newcastle for Nottingham Forest was even more admirable given the huge personal loss he has suffered. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uBenxD7

Man charged as three Jewish people assaulted

Two men, aged 58 and 26, and a 53-year-old woman were left with minor injuries from the attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g5O0yeT

Four-try Packer 'doesn't go away' as England set up Grand Slam decider

Four-try veteran flanker Marlie Packer "doesn't go away" as she eyes a fitting England finale in Bordeaux's Women's Six Nations Grand Slam decider. from BBC News https://ift.tt/f0I5NKc

Arteta rallies Arsenal for huge Premier League weekend

As the Premier League title race nears its conclusion, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta tells his players and the Gunners fans to "stay present and live the moment". from BBC News https://ift.tt/WtCuzhG

Valverde taken to hospital after alleged incident with Tchouameni

An incident involving team-mates Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni threatens to overshadow one of Real Madrid's biggest matches of the season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/a3Jeqxg

Neymar apologises for slapping teenager Robinho Jr

Neymar apologises to his Santos team-mate Robinho Jr for slapping the teenager during a training session on Sunday, saying he "crossed the line". from BBC News https://ift.tt/W7QJLgy

'In a better place but not 100%' - Raducanu out of Rome as wait for return continues

Britain's Emma Raducanu withdraws from the Italian Open because of the post-viral illness that has kept her off the WTA Tour for two months. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lsFiBcv

Robinson in contact with England as he eyes Test recall

Bowler Ollie Robinson confirms he has been in contact with both England head coach Brendon McCullum and managing director Rob Key as he eyes a recall to the Test side. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qhBale7

Bank of Dave star spots Warburtons fire from helicopter

Dave Fishwick was flying over Burnley in his helicopter when he spotted the fire at the bread factory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c8ml93J

UAE accuses Iran of renewed drone and missile attacks

A large fire has broken out at the key Emirati oil port of Fujairah, which lies beyond the largely-blocked Strait of Hormuz. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P9oEsgt

Antonelli wins in Miami to extend title lead

Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli holds off Lando Norris in a race-long battle to win the Miami Grand Prix and take a commanding championship lead. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rLwQZPC

Three dead in suspected virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship

The World Health Organization said one case of hantavirus infection has been confirmed, with five more suspected cases under investigation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x1GPUay

Woodwork woe and a Spurs lifeline - West Ham suffer in survival fight

Tottenham were the biggest winners as fellow Premier League strugglers West Ham hit the woodwork four times in their 3-0 defeat at Brentford. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uPZjwlH

Brentford flying - but will sixth be good enough for Champions League?

Many predicted Brentford to go down. Instead they are on the cusp of securing European football next season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dHJinz6

Where's my Oscar? Eight times Academy Awards trophies have gone missing

From burglary to ransom, Oscar-winners like Frances McDormand, Jared Leto, Whoopi Goldberg and Olympia Dukakis have lost their coveted statuettes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AXmwHg4

King Charles visits Bermuda in first British overseas territory trip

Schoolchildren turn out to meet the monarch, with exotic birds and Bob Marley music all part of the welcome. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JLv84sA