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'I held down Golders Green suspect' says volunteer who grabbed ankle

"If eyes could kill, I'd be dead," he tells the BBC when recounting the moment he saw the suspect. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cOJQZ17 via IFTTT

'Globalise the intifada' chant is racist, says Starmer

The prime minister said the use of the chant on marches had left Jews feeling scared and intimidated. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Q18ZhKR via IFTTT

What The King Did (And Didn’t) Say To Trump

Decoding what the King said to President Trump. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qiVKP72 via IFTTT

The Morgan McSweeney Evidence

And, MPs vote against Starmer facing parliamentary inquiry over Mandelson vetting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cPtbVCK via IFTTT

Players who cover mouths face red card at World Cup

Players who cover their mouths when speaking to opponents during confrontations should be sent off, says Gianni Infantino. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fZynGT5 via IFTTT

Mental health nurse admits errors in killer's records

Valdo Calocane's NHS records were at times "fundamentally wrong", a public inquiry heard. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bxoDIdk via IFTTT

Fire breaks out on ship carrying 1,000 tonnes of scrap metal

The fire service says there is no threat to life and crews remain on scene to tackle the blaze. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R7GhzUp via IFTTT

Will doubters believe in Hearts' title chances now?

Some have waited all season for Hearts to falter. Plenty thought it might be at Easter Road. But Derek McInnes' side are still going, writes Tom English. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aCYFV9J via IFTTT

Why 'muted' England's dominance prompts concern

England were feeling "muted" after beating Wales but the defending champions remain on course for an eighth straight title. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6dHqatQ via IFTTT

Watch: How one orangutan braved new bridge to unite his split community

The forest where the Sumatran orangutans live has been split by a road. from BBC News https://ift.tt/snfqDlw via IFTTT

All eyes on Spurs & West Ham? 'Unbelievable' Forest edge towards safety

After Nottingham Forest's stunning win at Sunderland, is the Premier League relegation battle now a two-horse race? from BBC News https://ift.tt/mxjUviL via IFTTT

Leeds stay top with eight-try win over Catalans

Leeds Rhinos stay top of Super League as they run in eight tries to steamroller Catalans Dragons at Headingley. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0zQYaZ9 via IFTTT

Bristol go fourth with big win at Newcastle

Bristol Bears run in eight tries to move back into The Prem's top four with a 52-19 win at Newcastle Red Bulls. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P0M2Tko via IFTTT

Signed Oasis 'Wonderwall' guitar sells for $96,000

The guitar was played on the band's second album (What's the Story) Morning Glory by Noel Gallagher. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1h4umnX via IFTTT

Hapless Chelsea owners have built a monument to chaos and decline

Chelsea owners BlueCo have built a monument to chaos and decline at Stamford Bridge, says BBC Sport chief football writer Phil McNulty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fTsK6da via IFTTT

Serial thief who stole Kristi Noem's handbag sentenced to three years in prison

The former US Secretary of Homeland Security had her handbag - with $3,000 (£2,260) in cash inside - stolen at a restaurant last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Me2Hhdl via IFTTT

How Leicester went from Premier League champions to League One in a decade

Ten years ago, Leicester were days away from winning the Premier League. Next season, they will play in League One. How? from BBC News https://ift.tt/82KolWd via IFTTT

The Prime Minister v Olly Robbins

Sacked Foreign Office chief describes 'dismissive' attitude to Mandelson vetting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YCwb9qV via IFTTT

FBI Director Kash Patel files $250m lawsuit against The Atlantic

Patel alleges that the magazine published false and harmful claims about his conduct, including accusations of excessive drinking and unexplained absences from duty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/km9F1xu via IFTTT

MPs Grill Starmer Over Mandelson (Again)

PM defends his actions over the appointment of Mandelson. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1y5FUY0 via IFTTT

Record-breaking Bayern win Bundesliga - now for the Treble

Free-scoring Bayern Munich swept to the German title for the 35th time. Now their sights turn towards completing the Treble. from BBC News https://ift.tt/05j73Ew via IFTTT

How Hampton's heroics bailed out Lionesses in win against Iceland

Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton says she just "did my job" in pulling off three crucial late saves as England held on to beat Iceland 1-0. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c7239xB via IFTTT

Howe's biggest Newcastle challenge yet as questions grow on his future

Newcastle are languishing in 14th place in the Premier League following defeat by Bournemouth. Will manager Eddie Howe turn it around? from BBC News https://ift.tt/PrgjkbF via IFTTT

O'Sullivan chasing eighth Crucible title aged 50

In 2001, Ronnie O'Sullivan won his first World Snooker Championship. Now, a quarter of a century later, the Rocket is aiming for a record-breaking eighth title. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5ybi3PL via IFTTT

Mental stress led to anti-doping charge - Vondrousova

Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova is charged with refusing a doping test by the ITIA in an incident the Czech player said happened as she had "reached a breaking point after months of physical and mental stress". from BBC News https://ift.tt/jDXoKfV via IFTTT

Clayton beats Littler in Rotterdam to extend lead

Jonny Clayton delights the Rotterdam crowd as he beats Luke Littler 6-4 to extend his lead at the top of the Premier League table. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oVtUxGh via IFTTT

Mandelson Failed Security Vetting…Who Knew What, When?

Starmer did not know Mandelson failed vetting, government says from BBC News https://ift.tt/AtFZOPo via IFTTT

Rescuers to use air cushions in latest effort to save stranded whale

"Timmy" has been stranded in the Baltic Sea for weeks despite several attempts to free the ailing animal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9hM8anf via IFTTT

Sheff Wed to start next season with 15-point penalty, bidder told

The EFL has informed the preferred bidder for Sheffield Wednesday that the club will start next season in League One with a 15-point penalty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GfNHUXb via IFTTT

Can we afford to keep the UK safe?

Former Nato chief warns UK's national security 'in peril'. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E5VzP8F via IFTTT

Man Utd's Martinez sent off for hair-pull against Leeds

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez is sent off after 56 minutes for pulling the hair of Leeds United striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin at Old Trafford. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QYEGARZ via IFTTT

The "Systemic Failures" Before The Southport Attack

Inquiry finds Southport killer's family and authorities could have prevented attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/28DQwfG via IFTTT

'I'm not blind' - Howe 'accountable' for loss after three-week break

Eddie Howe says he is "accountable" for Newcastle's defeat by Crystal Palace after three weeks without a game. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S76GrVC via IFTTT

'Disaster' as McIlroy double bogeys the fourth

Overnight joint leader Rory McIlory struggles with his putter on the fourth hole and ends with a double bogey to gift the lead to Cam Young on the final day of the 2026 Masters at Augusta. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oceTL5S via IFTTT

Fortune favours the brave - will Slot start Ngumoha against PSG?

Liverpool's 17-year-old star Rio Ngumoha stole the show against Fulham - will Arne Slot now start him against PSG? from BBC News https://ift.tt/lGhaWpd via IFTTT

Knifeman calling himself 'Lucifer' slashes three at NYC's Grand Central

Police fatally shot the assailant after he ignored at least 20 demands to drop the weapon, said NYPD. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A4T6FbO via IFTTT

Scotland celebrate hard-fought victory over Wales

Scotland begin a new era under Sione Fukofuka with a 24-19 victory over Wales in Cardiff in the opening round of the Women's Six Nations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IbNWy4l via IFTTT

Teenager Suryavanshi smashes 15-ball fifty in IPL

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 15, continues his astonishing run of form in the IPL as Rajasthan Royals beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by six wickets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VlShNnj via IFTTT

Is the Trump-Starmer bromance over?

The disintegration of the pair's friendship has benefits - and the PM is getting steadily more comfortable at taking advantage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CdGf7yh via IFTTT

Watson's call for lifetime bans shows PGA Tour-LIV scars still run deep

Golf icon Tom Watson says LIV defectors like Brooks Koepka and Patrick Reed should not have been allowed back on the PGA Tour and banned for life. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dcQaSwf via IFTTT

Grand National pinstickers' guide to runners

Runners, riders, trainers and form - all the key details you need to know for Saturday's big race at Aintree. from BBC News https://ift.tt/M3ZeDQk via IFTTT

Dominant PSG beat Liverpool in quarter-final first leg

Goals from Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia give PSG a 2-0 victory over Liverpool in the first-leg of their Champions League quarter-final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WsJjL9r via IFTTT

US-Iran Ceasefire Agreed (For Now)

US & Iran agree a ceasefire but how long will it last? from BBC News https://ift.tt/1HRwzF2 via IFTTT

Trump Threatens ‘Whole Civilisation Will Die Tonight’

Trump warns "a whole civilisation will die tonight" unless Iran reaches a deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xqBkvns via IFTTT

Wireless Festival boss defends Kanye West booking and asks people to forgive rapper

Its managing director calls the rapper's past comments "abhorrent" but asks people to "offer some forgiveness". from BBC News https://ift.tt/IPjYvh2 via IFTTT

Bayern face waiting game on 'very special' Kane

Bayern Munich are waiting on the fitness of "very special" Harry Kane to see if he can lead their challenge to overcome Real Madrid in the Champions League quarter-final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bBNDHum via IFTTT

Britain's Cameron becomes two-weight world champion

Britain's Chantelle Cameron put on a dominant performance to beat Michaela Kotaskova and claim the vacant WBO light-middleweight world title at the Olympia in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0IZqHUB via IFTTT

Leeds draw Chelsea, Man City face Southampton in FA Cup semis

Leeds United will play Chelsea at Wembley after reaching the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time in almost four decades, while Manchester City take on Southampton. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uyhCaG5 via IFTTT

Sale hold off Quins comeback to reach Champions Cup last eight

Sale Sharks hold off a second-half comeback from Harlequins to progress to the Champions Cup quarter-finals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c4m6M2L via IFTTT

Search for missing airman presents serious test for US

The stakes could rise further if the weapons system officer of the downed F15 Eagle plane is captured by Iran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rO8uFWb via IFTTT

Rohl won't watch title rivals as Rangers take top spot

As Rangers move to the top of the Scottish Premiership for the first time this season, head coach Danny Rohl is "convinced" they can finish the job. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X4thBPu via IFTTT

Marshmallows fall from the sky at annual Michigan Easter event

At the annual 'Great Marshmallow Drop', more than 15,000 fluffy treats fell from a helicopter as kids raced to collect them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Db3fCFS via IFTTT

Arteta defends Arsenal's international withdrawals

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal have '"a very good relationship" with most national teams, despite 11 of his players withdrawing from international duty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hxfz5pe via IFTTT

Chisora arrives to Wilder event in tank with Farage

Derek Chisora arrives at Deontay Wilder news conference at London's York Hall in an army tank alongside politician Nigel Farage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/01MCrE7 via IFTTT

Foden not guaranteed World Cup squad spot - Tuchel

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden's is not guaranteed a place in England's squad for the 2026 World Cup, says manager Thomas Tuchel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WN5fq62 via IFTTT