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Russian strikes kill eight and hit Kyiv apartment block, officials say

A boy and his mother are among the dead and Kyiv says it has seen the biggest number of child casualties of the war. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YIUGXxc

UK gets first female Astronomer Royal in 350-year history

Prof Michele Dougherty is the first woman to be appointed to the influential post. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BN9uinl

Trump deserves Open at Turnberry, says son

Eric Trump - US President Donald Trump's son - says his father "deserves" to have his Turnberry course host The Open again. from BBC News https://ift.tt/J8qQCfv

'Without AFL and NRL, the Wallabies wouldn't lose a game'

The lure of Australian Rules and rugby league in Australia means that the Wallabies will always have to fight for talent according to those on the ground down under. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZQ2ruqE

Government study to check pet dog and cat poo for superbugs

The screening is part of the drive to fight superbugs that are resistant to common antibiotic drugs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TQr3KAN

Newcastle yet to receive Isak offer - Howe

Newcastle have not yet received a bid for their top scorer Alexander Isak, says manager Eddie Howe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6CNzETV

How Chloe Kelly changed the Euro 2025 final for England

BBC Sport pundits Steph Houghton, Ellen White and Nedum Onuoha analyse the impact Chloe Kelly made for England in the Euro 2025 final against Spain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s5D6yWT

'We could hear the screams': Inside one of the UK's most abusive cults

Survivors share their stories in a new podcast about one of the UK's most abusive cults. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Bv2tWU

Mass Starvation Warnings in Gaza

Humanitarian groups urge Israel to allow aid access from BBC News https://ift.tt/gFHuhmv

'Captain Marvel' - Stokes reaches century as England stretch lead

Ben Stokes edges a four towards fine leg to bring up his 14th Test century as England move to 593-8 with a lead of 235 runs on the fourth day of the fourth Test against India at Old Trafford. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LSg0hjt

How Trump uses golf for political advantage

For some US presidents, golf was a break from work - but for Trump, visiting Scotland this weekend, it is anything but. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0blnLEH

'Hungry Lions prepare to storm MCG on day they've dreamed of'

The British and Irish Lions go into the second Test as strong favourites - can a powered-up Australia deny them a series-winning 2-0 lead at the cavernous MCG? from BBC News https://ift.tt/CvW1bM5

Newcastle consider Sesko amid Isak uncertainty

Newcastle are exploring a move for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko in case Alexander Isak departs this summer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C9QfLKY

Robert Macfarlane: Rivers Are Dying So Give Them Rights

Britain's rivers are polluted but the best-selling author says there's a way to save them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9XjUWIn

'Our daughters would love playground tribute'

A play area is being built at the Southport primary school attended by Alice Aguiar and Bebe King. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VjAqIdN

'Substantial changes' announced on infected blood compensation scheme

The announcement comes two weeks after a heavily critical report into payments to thousands of victims. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uVFQlNR

Arsenal 'short of numbers' after £123m spend - Arteta

Mikel Arteta is not ruling out bringing more new signings on Arsenal's pre-season tour as negotiations for striker Viktor Gyokoeres continue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GA51xEw

Brown-Finnis' Euros semi-finals predictions

Former England goalkeeper and BBC pundit Rachel Brown-Finnis gives her predictions for the two semi-final ties at the 2025 European Championship. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k9QpaZI

Humphries suffers shock defeat in Blackpool

World number one and defending champion Luke Humphries suffers a shock defeat by Gian van Veen in the first round of the World Matchplay. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TGvDQZl

England 'optimistic' Williamson will play in semi

England are "very optimistic" that Leah Williamson will play against Italy in their Euro 2025 semi-final, says fellow defender Esme Morgan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xNBQK5u

Terminally ill should be spared council tax, say charities

Manchester City Council became what is believed to be the first local authority to introduce the scheme last month. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3ub8NWi

Dukes to examine 'soft' cricket balls - what is going on?

Balls used in the series between England and India will be examined by the manufacturer after the first three Tests were blighted by problems. from BBC News https://ift.tt/U1aDeHj

Doctor and husband jailed for selling stolen PPE on eBay

Dr Attiya Sheikh, 45, and 48-year-old Omer Sheikh made almost £8,000 during the Covid pandemic in 2020. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Wr0p3vM

Usyk has so much 'respect for UK fans'

Oleksandr Usyk says the UK is like his "second home", before his rematch with Briton Daniel Dubois. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9KsW8yi

I'm unstoppable - Dubois ready for Usyk

Daniel Dubois tells BBC Sport's Ade Adedoyin that he has "resurrected" his career and feels "unstoppable" going into his undisputed heavyweight world title fight against Oleksandr Usyk at Wembley Stadium. from BBC News https://ift.tt/L29MGeH

Man City agree record 10-year kit deal worth £1bn

Manchester City extend their kit partnership with Puma for at least 10 years, with the contract understood to be worth a minimum of £1bn, making it the largest deal in the Premier League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uI2cws8

'Harrington got ball rolling on gloriously golden Irish golf era'

As The Open arrives at Royal Portrush this week, Iain Carter assesses a golden era for Irish golf. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8i0JzbR

'Champion Lowry recalls incredible scenes as Open returns to Portrush'

An Irishman ending the 68-year wait to crown an Open champion on the island of Ireland was a nigh-on perfect script in 2019, writes Iain Carter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WLRohSJ

Crawley gets hits on the hand... but doesn't require treatment

England's Zak Crawley gets hit on the hand by a Jasprit Bumrah delivery but unlike yesterday evening the England batter doesn't require treatment. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KDmObaj

The 'proper English' mantra & how it's lifting Lionesses

The Lionesses have adopted a new mantra: 'proper English'. Where has it come from and how is it helping them in their Euros title defence? from BBC News https://ift.tt/K7ozWRt

UK's oldest WW2 veteran Donald Rose dies aged 110

Donald Rose survived the D-Day landings and was awarded the French Legion of Honour. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T8zd0mB

Djokovic - The Wimbledon Years

Novak Djokovic narrates his experiences of playing at Wimbledon in a collection of BBC interviews through the years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wYBEalA

England thump Netherlands to get title defence back on track

Lauren James scores two goals for defending champions England against Netherlands to revive their hopes of qualifying for the Euro 2025 quarter-finals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HE2rOcU

School meal costs mean less meat and smaller portions, caterers say

A 3p rise in free school meals funding is "almost an insult", school caterers organisation LACA says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c3rL1GA

Archer to play first Test in more than four years

Jofra Archer will play his first Test in more than four years after being named in the England team to face India at Lord's on Thursday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZLmYu8t

First UK hosepipe ban of 2025 declared in Yorkshire

Yorkshire Water warns the ban could last until the winter months with more dry weather forecast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5IODJm6

Wales' tourism tax plans set for go-ahead

Senedd prepares to sign off tax plans that could see visitors pay extra £1.30 a night. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0i9WqLH

Mulder declares 33 short of Lara's Test record score

South Africa’s Wiaan Mulder declares on 367 not out, passing up the opportunity to break Brian Lara’s record for the highest individual score in a Test innings. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UG83zb2

Love Island USA's Cierra leaves show after racism row

Cierra Ortega's parents say it's been a "painful" week after posts emerged featuring a racial slur. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LNKvu5Q

Lions must 'strip back' tactics after 'rubbish' against Waratahs - Ashton

The British and Irish Lions should "strip things back" and adopt a more simple style of play, says former winger Chris Ashton. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7AOZjhl

Zubimendi joins for £60m - how Arsenal signed Arteta's 'obsession'

Arsenal's £60m signing of Real Sociedad's coveted midfielder Martin Zubimendi has origins in the summer of 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w2l1KHF

Home of Gavin and Stacey's Doris goes up for sale

Gavin and Stacey fans have a chance to buy the ultimate memorabilia, as Doris' house is up for sale. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6hGvPpC

Australian PM vows 'full force of law' after arson attack at synagogue

“Antisemitism has no place in Australia,” Anthony Albanese said after the latest in a string of attacks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qe6MjUv

Burnley sign England defender Walker from Man City

Burnley sign England defender Kyle Walker from Manchester City on a two-year deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7f3PvCE

Why Sabalenka is the biggest risk-taker in tennis

BBC Sport's Naomi Broady discusses whether Aryna Sabalenka is the player on tour who takes the most risks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rQlfBWh

'Everything she touches turns to gold' - best shots as Raducanu beats Vondrousova

Watch the best shots as Emma Raducanu continues to build momentum with a brilliant 6-3 6-3 win over 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova to set up a third-round meeting with top seed Aryna Sabalenka. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yjHgfrm

Leverkusen sign Quansah from Liverpool for £35m

Bayer Leverkusen sign defender Jarell Quansah from Liverpool in a £35m deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j0Me7YG

US Senate holds marathon overnight vote on Trump's 'big beautiful bill'

Senators are debating a nearly 1,000-page bill that is pivotal to President Donald Trump's domestic agenda. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cD8g6eV

Choose from all 18 courts on BBC iPlayer

The triumphs, upsets and fightbacks from the world’s greatest tennis tournament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bQuxR6H