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Olympic cyclist admits to driving despite ban after crash that killed wife
Rohan Dennis pleaded guilty to driving while disqualified after police pulled him over last month.…
How can Argentina and Messi beat Spain and Yamal to defend World Cup?
Despite Lionel Messi's presence, Argentina enter the 2026 final as underdogs to Spain and their starlet Lamine Yamal.…
How World Cup football jerseys became political fashion in Latin America
In both Brazil and Colombia, far-right political movements have coopted the national football team's jersey. But why?…
Female tennis players faced 12,000 abusive posts in 2025
Female tennis players received 12,000 abusive posts in 2025, according to a new report.…
World Cup: Why is there a third-place playoff between France and England?
When was it introduced, does it have an impact on the Golden Boot race and what do the managers think?…
England broke our hearts but it was always about more than football
Supporting England in the World Cup connects me to people in ways few other sporting events do.…
Decades of denial: Death certificate for disappeared reopens Kashmir wounds
After years of searching and court battles, a judge declares what Junaid Rashid already believed: His father was dead.…
Photos: Messi’s Argentina stun England to reach World Cup final vs Spain
Messi inspires Argentina’s dramatic late comeback win over England to reach final against Spain.…
Ten unheard tracks from David Bowie's early career to be released
The previously unheard tracks from the 1960s were recorded when Bowie went by the stage name Davie Jones.…
Bellingham slapped Argentina substitute after England exit
Jude Bellingham sparks melee as he slaps Argentina substitute Valentin Barco on the back of the head following England's 2-1 World Cup semi-final defe…
No Asian team managed to go far this World Cup (again). What's holding them back?
For the sixth World Cup in a row, no team from the Asian Football Confederation made it past the first knockout round, winning only three games out of…
'Gossip' had godly origins. Here's how it gained its sinful reputation
We've all engaged in a little 'gossip.' But did you know its origins were tied to family and friendship?…
Tuchel defends tactics after Argentina send England packing from World Cup
England manager Tuchel swapped Reece James for Dan Burn, and Declan Rice for defender Nico O’Reilly in the 82nd minute.…
Tuchel retains FA backing despite England defeat
Thomas Tuchel retains the backing of the Football Association despite England failing to reach the World Cup final.…
Argentina fans celebrate World Cup win over England
Argentina fans at home and in the US celebrate their progression to the World Cup final.…
William tells England to 'hold their heads high' after defeat
The Prince of Wales says England has "inspired us all" as he offers his commiserations over the loss to Argentina.…
'No regrets' - Tuchel on England's defeat by Argentina
England manager Thomas Tuchel believes his team "got too passive" after scoring first in the World Cup semi-final against Argentina, which they lost 2…
Argentina face fine for Falklands banner in semi-final win
Argentina face the prospect of a Fifa fine after their players celebrated the World Cup semi-final win against England with a banner in support of the…
Cody Bellinger stars at MLB All-Star game, wins MVP award
With his father - former big leaguer Clay Bellinger - in attendance, the New York Yankees player earned MVP honours.…
‘A role model’: Djed Spence, first Muslim England player, lifts hopes
Britain swells with pride over the 25-year-old, the first Muslim to wear the England jersey at a FIFA World Cup.…
FIFA World Cup brackets: Teams, predictions, schedule and road to the final
Spain booked its place in the World Cup final while England and Argentina prepare for the game at Atlanta stadium.…
Watch: Celebrations as Gibraltar-Spain border fence removed
The symbolic midnight ceremony was followed by large crowds crossing between Gibraltar and Spain without border checks.…
Kimberley Thompson's daughter pays tribute to her 'loving' mother
"Losing my mother in such a violent and senseless way has destroyed my world," Athena says.…
Several flights diverted after plane blocks Gatwick runway
An Easyjet flight had to land at Stanstead Airport instead, but then became stuck there when it couldn't find fuel.…
Shipwrecks of Shackleton and Scott recreated in 3D digital form after deep sea expedition
Canadian scientists visit remains of polar exploration vessels in ‘golden era for shipwreck investigating’Moments after devouring the final glimmers o…
World Cup: England have ‘not peaked yet’, says Tuchel before semifinal
England face Argentina in Wednesday's semifinal, hoping to reach the World Cup final for the first time since 1966.…
England vs Argentina: FIFA World Cup semifinal – Messi, Kane and prediction
England and Argentina renew their World Cup rivalry after 24 years, as Harry Kane and Lionel Messi clash in the semis.…
Firefighters could be at moorland blaze for 'days'
The large fire engulfed land near Dove Stone Reservoir on Saturday and has been burning ever since.…
Mystery bidder buys T. rex nicknamed 'Gus' for a record $50 million
A Tyrannosaurus rex fossil billed as one of the world's largest and most complete specimens was sold for a record $50.1 million Tuesday to a mystery b…
Spain knock out France, prepare for World Cup final
Spain beat France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final, shutting down Kylian Mbappe…