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Hamilton says new front wing rule 'waste of money'

Lewis Hamilton says the introduction of a new rule clamping down on front wing flexibility at the Spanish Grand Prix was "a waste of money". from BBC News https://ift.tt/YeJUwXt via IFTTT

Ncuti Gatwa leaves Doctor Who in shock regeneration

The actor leaves his role as the Doctor after playing the iconic character for two series on Doctor Who. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sQKuTDd via IFTTT

Norrie beats Fearnley after firework disruption

Cameron Norrie maintains focus to beat British rival Jacob Fearnley in a French Open match disrupted by loud fireworks outside Paris St-Germain's stadium. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vJbQrFe via IFTTT

Raised in Manchester, joining Liverpool - meet fun-loving Frimpong

He loves a goal celebration but fun-loving Jeremie Frimpong, who is joining champions Liverpool, is deadly serious when it comes to his football. from BBC News https://ift.tt/w7zC4MW via IFTTT

Man sentenced after carer left for dead in crash

Freya Theobold was visiting homes with another carer when their car was hit by 19-year-old Layton Clenton. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qAoBlFy via IFTTT

Beaumont and Jones tons set up crushing England win

Amy Jones scores her first international century and Linsey Smith takes 5-36 on debut as England beat West Indies by 108 runs in the first of three one-day internationals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q3ImK1b via IFTTT

England begin Brook era by hammering West Indies

England crush West Indies by 238 runs in the first one-day international at Edgbaston to begin Harry Brook's era as captain in style. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7RWPKqT via IFTTT

Fans arrested after clashes before Conference League final

Riot police in the Polish city of Wroclaw use a water cannon to stop trouble between Chelsea and Real Betis fans before the Uefa Conference League final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SGKOstZ via IFTTT

Yamal signs new six-year Barcelona contract

Lamine Yamal signs a new six-year Barcelona contract following a breakout season in which he helped the Catalan club win a domestic treble. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rMc9dyG via IFTTT

Man Utd close to signing Wolves' Cunha

Matheus Cunha's transfer to Manchester United is at an advanced stage as the Wolves forward nears a £62.5m move to Old Trafford. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MOHcJdu via IFTTT

Sick Raducanu 'really proud' of battling first-round win

Emma Raducanu battles through illness to win on her French Open return and set up a second-round meeting with defending champion Iga Swiatek. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qrMwe2b via IFTTT

In pictures: King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed in Ottawa

The King and Queen are in Canada for a historic visit meant to underscore Canada's sovereignty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FjTVgQ6 via IFTTT

Van Dijk lifts Premier League trophy at rapturous Anfield

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk lifts the Premier League title aloft at Anfield - the first league title trophy lift in front of a crowd at Anfield in 35 years after their 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WuYqR5e via IFTTT

Monaco pole 'a big thing' for Norris but there's jeopardy

Lando Norris says his pole position at the Monaco Grand Prix is a "step in the right direction" and "quite a big thing" after being unhappy with his form since the start of this season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nGgFVHZ via IFTTT

Bennett makes history but England remain in control against Zimbabwe

Brian Bennett hit the fastest Test century by a Zimbabwe batter but England remain on course for victory in the one-off Test, after making the tourists follow-on on day two at Trent Bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AhF7Nt1 via IFTTT

Johnson wanted tighter Covid rules, inquiry hears

In his diaries, Lord Vallance wrote that ex-PM thought rules were not ruthless enough. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aJFNShs via IFTTT

Is it time for injury replacements in Test cricket?

As Zimbabwe toil against England a bowler light because of injury, BBC Sport asks whether the rules around substitutes in cricket should be changed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QaoOeIy via IFTTT

Chris Brown freed on £5m bail by London court

The US singer is accused of assault at a nightclub in central London in 2023. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q1zSC3o via IFTTT

Man Utd 'would be seen differently with Europa win'

Ruben Amorim is not under pressure at Manchester United, but thinks his team may be looked at "in a different way" if they beat Tottenham in Bilbao on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i4B5a3s via IFTTT

Brexitcast: The EU-UK Deal (and our Rachel Reeves interview)

Keir Starmer says it is time to move on from “political fights” about Brexit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0QcD7vg via IFTTT

Brussels hails UK deal as 'new chapter' - but much is yet to be written

The two sides have struck a new post-Brexit deal but this so-called 'reset' of the relationship is just the beginning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yFt4C1B via IFTTT

Huge challenges await new president of divided Romania

"Fear managed to defeat fury" is how one analyst interpreted liberal Nicusor Dan beating hard-right George Simion to the presidency. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3Qu2UpC via IFTTT

How 'delicious' Verstappen move caught McLaren by surprise

Max Verstappen reminded everyone in Imola that he cannot be ruled out of the championship fight but the maths still favour McLaren, writes Andrew Benson. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nx6u4k7 via IFTTT

'We are unsatisfied and upset' - Arteta on Arsenal season

Mikel Arteta says he is "unsatisfied and upset" that Arsenal are finishing another season without a major trophy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IjKyviD via IFTTT

US officials investigating fatal Mexican Navy ship crash

Authorities are examining the site in New York to determine how the collision, which killed two, occurred. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1qRvSkw via IFTTT

'Maybe the thought of taking a penalty at Wembley was too much'

Erling Haaland's Wembley goal drought continues as he fails to score on his sixth visit during Manchester City's FA Cup final loss to Crystal Palace. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sOJ5rnA via IFTTT

Palace shock Man City to win first major trophy in their history

A first half goal from Eberechi Eze is enough for Crystal Palace to secure a 1-0 win over Manchester City and win the first ever major trophy in the club's history in the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FaM2OnQ via IFTTT

Rock band Sleep Token score first UK number one with new album

The mysterious rock group reach the top spot with their latest, even in Arcadia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tKdq09l via IFTTT

Caudery wins pole vault at Diamond League in Doha

Britain's Molly Caudery begins her 2025 outdoor season with victory in the pole vault at a Diamond League meeting in Doha. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SKDFBUY via IFTTT

McIlroy struggles as Ryder Cup captains impress at US PGA

American Ryan Gerard leads the US PGA Championship from Europe's Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald while Rory McIlroy endures a tough start on day one at Quail Hollow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9Q1iMbw via IFTTT

Exceptionally low river levels raise fears over water supplies

The warning comes after some parts of the UK had the driest Spring in nearly a century. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LWAOoBM via IFTTT

Watch: Israeli 'bunker buster' bombs used in Gaza hospital strike, experts say

CCTV footage obtained and verified by the BBC shows the moment before impact and the immediate aftermath. Munitions experts told BBC Verify that the strikes and destruction are consistent with the use of so-called "bunker buster" bombs - designed to hit underground targets. BBC Verify's Merlyn Thomas has more. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kTGxWh1 via IFTTT

Mayfair house owner told to scrap illegal basement

The council says the alterations, including removing historic features, were denied planning consent. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mvapDet via IFTTT

Israeli strikes across Gaza kill 80, hospitals and rescuers say

Hospitals say 29 children and 15 women were among the dead after the northern Jabalia area were hit overnight. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RTquafV via IFTTT

Heavy hangs the crown - sadness at Wiggins' troubles

Bradley Wiggins' admission that he was addicted to cocaine after retiring from cycling is a sad chapter in a story that had brought troubles to go with the glory. BBC Sport's Matt Warwick examines Wiggins' character. from BBC News https://ift.tt/62rc47V via IFTTT

(Another) Plan to Fix "Broken" Migration System

PM says UK risks “becoming an island of strangers". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vh5qGfX via IFTTT

Three men held over suitcases stuffed with hermit crabs

The suspects are accused of attempting to smuggle 160kg of live crabs out of Japan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ey3mVX4 via IFTTT

Has Putin Been Forced To The Table?

The Russian leader called for "direct talks" with Ukraine in a late night address. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8lIhOT6 via IFTTT

Champions League race hots up as Man City slip & Villa win

Manchester City have dropped points in the race for the Champions League - so who needs what? from BBC News https://ift.tt/PLEwDzM via IFTTT

Welbeck ends 17-year wait to hit double figures

At the age of 34, Danny Welbeck hits double figures for Premier League goals in a single season for the first time in 17 years in Saturday's 2-0 win at Wolves. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7NvEIHp via IFTTT

Mercenary and coup plotter Simon Mann dies

He was arrested in 2004 after being part of a failed coup to overthrow Equatorial Guinea's ruler. from BBC News https://ift.tt/l3TW0qn via IFTTT

Watch: Trump misspeaks and calls toy firm Mattel a country

The US president says tariffs are "the most misunderstood thing" in business and threatens more action. from BBC News https://ift.tt/htg46k0 via IFTTT

Swiatek breezes through to Italian Open third round

Defending champion Iga Swiatek cruises through to the Italian Open third round with a straight-set win over Elisabetta Cocciaretto. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZgfTDC5 via IFTTT

Postecoglou hits back at Wenger over CL spot row

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou claims "Spurs does crazy things to people" in response to Arsene Wenger's suggestion the winners of the Europa League should not qualify for the Champions League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TrzQgHx via IFTTT

Play Champions League Squares during Inter Milan v Barcelona

Welcome to Uefa Champions League Squares - the new BBC Sport game which you can play alongside the live match action. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pEOgj1H via IFTTT

Arsenal need 'big balls and magic moments' - Rice

Declan Rice says Arsenal need "big balls" and "magic moments" if they are to overturn their semi-final deficit against Paris St-Germain and reach the Champions League final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IJbYiPp via IFTTT

Superbike event cancelled after 'severe' incident

The British Superbike Championship event at Oulton Park is cancelled following a "severe and catastrophic incident" involving 11 riders. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Hn5yesT via IFTTT

Zhao beats Williams in historic final - highlights

Watch the best shots as Zhao Xintong beats Mark Williams 18-12 in the final of the World Snooker Championship to become the first player from China to win the title. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7q38DKJ via IFTTT

Palmer's brilliance could be key moment in Chelsea's Champions League quest

Cole Palmer's return to his brilliant best could be the defining moment in Chelsea's quest to reach Champions League, says Chief Football Writer Phil McNulrt from BBC News https://ift.tt/RIDdeot via IFTTT

Draper loses to Ruud in Madrid final

British number one Jack Draper misses out on a first ATP Tour clay-court title as Casper Ruud edges an absorbing Madrid Open final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jtUrwIH via IFTTT

Sabalenka beats spirited Gauff to win Madrid Open

World number one Aryna Sabalenka beats Coco Gauff in a thrilling Madrid Open final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N6ZPqT1 via IFTTT

Activists say ship aiming to sail to Gaza was attacked by drones

The incident happened off the coast of Malta. The government said a fire onboard the ship was "brought under control overnight". from BBC News https://ift.tt/KgHpBxQ via IFTTT

How to follow the local elections on the BBC

BBC News is on on hand to keep you up-to-date with the latest developments across all platforms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h6QIH5P via IFTTT

Hundreds arrested in crackdown on May Day protests in Istanbul

More than 50,000 police officers are deployed to the Turkish capital and public transport is shut down. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dqsujSC via IFTTT

Norris 'not worried at all' about title challenge

Lando Norris says he has "no reason to be worried" about this title campaign despite Oscar Piastri outperforming him at the start of the season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lpBb5rz via IFTTT