‘We tried’ - Rooney defends his England team
England legend Wayne Rooney does not think current squads have a better attitude than his so-called golden generation. ⌘ Read more

Plaid ready to replace Welsh Labour, says leader
Plaid Cymru is ready to replace Welsh Labour at the next Senedd election, its leader will say later. ⌘ Read more

**William’s emotional moment in campaign to prevent suicide **
Prince William’s foundation is giving £1m to set up a suicide prevention network. ⌘ Read more

Abuse stopped family coming to games - referee Taylor
In an interview with the BBC, referee Anthony Taylor criticises the “expectation of perfection” culture officials are subject to. ⌘ Read more

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Premier League referee Anthony Taylor discusses the growing pressures on match officials. ⌘ Read more

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The Papers: ‘Peace within reach’ and ‘A moment of shared hope’
The ceasefire negotiations for the Israel-Gaza war and celebrations of peace dominate Friday’s papers. ⌘ Read more

Woman in Dutch beach cold case named after 21 years
An Interpol-led operation has identified German citizen Eva Maria Pommer after a police tip-off. ⌘ Read more

New York’s top prosecutor charged with fraud after Trump pressures justice department
Letitia James, who led a civil fraud case against the US president, is indicted in Alexandria, Virginia. ⌘ Read more

Huge buzz but a big gamble: Battlefield 6 takes aim at Call of Duty
The latest in the military shooter series is a pivotal release for publisher Electronic Arts. ⌘ Read more

Thousands more university jobs cut as financial crisis deepens
University workers will vote on national strike action this month over a 1.4% pay offer made in the summer. ⌘ Read more

What has been agreed and what happens next
Israel’s security cabinet are expected to meet at 17:00 Israel time (15:00 BST) to formally vote on the first phase of the plan. ⌘ Read more

The Papers: ‘Peace within reach’ and ‘A moment of shared hope’
The ceasefire negotiations for the Israel-Gaza war and celebrations of peace dominate Friday’s papers. ⌘ Read more

The new AI arms race changing the war in Ukraine
Both Ukraine and Russia use AI in battle, but removing human decision-making comes with risks. ⌘ Read more

Fossil found on Dorset coast is unique ‘sword dragon’ species
Scientists say the newly discovered species of marine reptile probably met a grizzly end. ⌘ Read more

How 20 minutes of nature can boost your health
Spending just 20 minutes in nature can lower blood pressure, heart rate and stress levels. ⌘ Read more

Harsh lessons and ‘hurt egos’ for Bellamy’s Wales
Craig Bellamy and Wales learn harsh lessons in their 3-0 defeat at England, in preparation for their big World Cup qualifier against Belgium. ⌘ Read more

What has been agreed and what happens next
Israel’s security cabinet are expected to meet at 17:00 Israel time (15:00 BST) to formally vote on the first phase of the plan. ⌘ Read more

Tech billionaires seem to be doom prepping. Should we all be worried?
The debate is ramping up about what happens if - or when - computer intelligence overtakes humans ⌘ Read more

Celebrity Traitors episode two was as killer as Tom Daley’s side-eye
Alan Carr continues to worry the nation in the second instalment of this instant-hit celebrity spin-off. ⌘ Read more

‘No easy way back for Bellingham as Rogers vindicates Tuchel’s strategy’
No easy way back for Jude Bellingham as Morgan Rogers shows he is the symbol of Thomas Tuchel’s new England identity, says chief football writer Phil McNulty. ⌘ Read more

‘Chronic Scotland prevail in Hampden head-wrecker’
Scotland somehow emerge from a bizarre World Cup qualifier with another victory on a remarkable night at Hampden, writes Tom English. ⌘ Read more

Celebrity Traitors episode two was as killer as Tom Daley’s side-eye
Alan Carr continues to worry the nation in the second instalment of this instant-hit celebrity spin-off. ⌘ Read more

‘No energy’ - Tuchel unhappy at ‘silent’ Wembley
England boss Thomas Tuchel sees his side score three times in 20 minutes in their 3-0 friendly win over Wales, but is left frustrated by the Wembley atmosphere. ⌘ Read more

Scotland strike late to beat Greece in frantic finish
Watch the best of the action as Scotland score twice late on to beat Greece and boost their hopes of qualifying for next summer’s World Cup finals. ⌘ Read more

‘Dictated the game’ - how England & Wales’ players rated
BBC Sport assesses how the England and Wales players performed at Wembley on Thursday, during the Three Lions’ 3-0 victory. ⌘ Read more

Man re-arrested at airport over Manchester synagogue attack
A 30-year-old man was re-arrested at Manchester Airport earlier, Counter Terrorism Policing said. ⌘ Read more

**‘A famous victory’ - South Africa stun India after De Klerk’s heroics **
Nadine de Klerk hits 84 off 54 balls as South Africa recover from 81-5 to chase down their target of 252 with seven balls to spare, securing a famous three wicket win against hosts India at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup. ⌘ Read more

Nineteen more removed to France under ‘one in, one out’ scheme
The recent removals involved larger groups of migrants than previous flights, the Home Office says. ⌘ Read more

Ex-PM Sunak joins Microsoft and AI firm as paid advisor
The former prime minister has been told not to lobby the UK government by the appointments watchdog. ⌘ Read more

Man re-arrested at airport over Manchester synagogue attack
A 30-year-old man was re-arrested at Manchester Airport earlier, Counter Terrorism Policing said. ⌘ Read more

De Klerk smacks Proteas to stunning win over India
Nadine de Klerk hits a blistering unbeaten 84 from 54 balls as South Africa produce a stunning comeback to beat India at the Women’s World Cup. ⌘ Read more

Prince William will attend COP30 climate summit in Brazil
Prince William will attend the COP30 summit on behalf of the King, joining other world leaders in Brazil. ⌘ Read more

Man re-arrested at airport over Manchester synagogue attack
A 30-year-old man was re-arrested at Manchester Airport earlier, Counter Terrorism Policing said. ⌘ Read more

De Klerk smacks Proteas to stunning win over India
Nadine de Klerk hits a blistering unbeaten 84 from 54 balls as South Africa produce a stunning comeback to beat India at the Women’s World Cup. ⌘ Read more

Man re-arrested over Manchester synagogue attack
A 30-year-old man was re-arrested at Manchester Airport earlier. ⌘ Read more

Five ways abolishing stamp duty could change the housing market
Kemi Badenoch says a future Conservative government would scrap stamp duty, but what might the impact be? ⌘ Read more

Palestinians celebrate but fear confronting grief
People in Gaza celebrate a potential end to the war, but know it will mean facing the grief they have put aside. ⌘ Read more

Palestinians celebrate but fear confronting grief
People in Gaza celebrate a potential end to the war, but know it will mean facing the grief they have put aside. ⌘ Read more

From the fishing trip to a Gavin & Stacey film - five things Jones and Corden’s book reveals
What can we expect from the new book When Gavin Met Stacey And Everything In Between? ⌘ Read more

Met officers face fast-track hearings after Panorama investigation
The police watchdog says it is launching accelerated disciplinary hearings following a BBC Panorama investigation. ⌘ Read more

All Post Office Horizon victims entitled to free legal advice for first time
Responding to the first stage of the inquiry into the scandal, the government said it had accepted all but one of the recommendations. ⌘ Read more

Man who appealed Pelicot rape conviction handed longer jail term
A French court increases by a year the jail term of the only man who challenged his conviction for raping Gisèle Pelicot. ⌘ Read more

‘The saint of Manchester’ - Ricky Hatton and his city, a love story
BBC Sport speaks to the people of Manchester about Ricky Hatton and his life-long service to the city and its people. ⌘ Read more

Fireworks and a toast to life: Israelis delight at deal to return hostages
“I can’t quite believe this is actually happening, we’ve been waiting for so long,” said Gil Dickman, cousin of hostage Carmel Gat. ⌘ Read more

**Colombia’s president says boat struck by US was carrying Colombians **
The White House calls the allegation “baseless” as the US Senate rejected a measure to bar Trump from using force against the boats. ⌘ Read more

Man who appealed Pelicot rape conviction handed longer jail term
A French court increases by a year the jail term of the only man who challenged his conviction for raping Gisèle Pelicot. ⌘ Read more

Man who appealed Pelicot rape conviction handed longer jail term
A French court increases by a year the jail term of the only man who challenged his conviction for raping Gisèle Pelicot. ⌘ Read more

**Former Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood charged with four counts of rape **
He is also charged with nine counts of indecent assaults and two counts of sexual assault. ⌘ Read more

Jeremy Bowen: There’s now a realistic chance of ending the war - but it’s not over yet
For the first time since the Hamas attacks on Israel two years ago, there is a realistic chance of ending the horrors ⌘ Read more

Ten Met Police officers facing fast-tracked misconduct hearings
The IOPC says they have sufficient evidence to show clear breaches of professional behaviour. ⌘ Read more

Alleged McCann stalker creepy, Maddie’s sister says
Amelie McCann tells a stalking trial that messages from Julia Wandelt “played with my emotions”. ⌘ Read more

What has been agreed - and what happens next
Israel’s war cabinet are expected to meet at 17:00 Israel time (15:00 BST) to formally vote on the first phase of the plan. ⌘ Read more

Five ways abolishing stamp duty could change the housing market
Kemi Badenoch says a future Conservative government would scrap stamp duty, but what might the impact be? ⌘ Read more

Ex-Radio 1 DJ Tim Westwood charged with multiple rapes and sexual assaults
The former BBC Radio 1 DJ is also charged with nine counts of indecent assaults and two counts of sexual assault. ⌘ Read more

Ten Met Police officers facing fast-tracked misconduct hearings
The IOPC says they have sufficient evidence to show clear breaches of professional behaviour. ⌘ Read more

All Post Office Horizon victims entitled to free legal advice for first time
Responding to the first stage of the inquiry into the scandal, the government said it had accepted all but one of the recommendations. ⌘ Read more

Head coach Wellens departs St Helens
St Helens announce head coach Paul Wellens is to depart the club following the recent conclusion of their 2025 season. ⌘ Read more

Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai wins Nobel Literature Prize
He was recognised “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art”. ⌘ Read more

Hate crime in England and Wales rises for first time in three years
The number of police-recorded race and religious hate crimes have increased in the year to March. ⌘ Read more

Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai wins Nobel Literature Prize
He was recognised “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art”. ⌘ Read more

Hungarian author László Krasznahorkai wins Nobel Literature Prize
He was recognised “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art”. ⌘ Read more

Hate crime in England and Wales rises for first time in three years
The number of police-recorded race and religious hate crimes have increased in the year to March. ⌘ Read more

China tightens export rules for crucial rare earths
Beijing’s monopoly over rare earths is a key bargaining chip in its trade negotiations with the US. ⌘ Read more

Hungarian author Laszlo Krasznahorkai wins Nobel Literature Prize
He was recognised “for his compelling and visionary oeuvre that, in the midst of apocalyptic terror, reaffirms the power of art”. ⌘ Read more

Spurs owners inject £100m into club
Tottenham Hotspur’s majority owners inject £100m of new capital into the club. ⌘ Read more

Pubs could stay open longer and host more live music under licensing reforms
Changes to licensing rules could see relaxed rules around live music and serving food outside. ⌘ Read more

Hate crime in England and Wales rises for first time in three years
The number of police-recorded race and religious hate crimes have increased in the year to March. ⌘ Read more

My eating disorder made me good at lying, says Victoria Beckham
The former Spice Girl’s new Netflix documentary has landed - under the shadow of a reported family feud. ⌘ Read more

Water bills to rise further for millions after regulator backs extra price increases
Five water companies win permission for higher bills as they seek more funds to fix outdated infrastructure. ⌘ Read more

Stars, secrets and slip-ups: Celebrity Traitors is off to a cracking start
Stephen Fry, Celia Imrie and Alan Carr are among the stars sitting at the round table in the new series. ⌘ Read more

‘Joy and pain’: Palestinians celebrate ceasefire deal - but fear confronting grief
People in Gaza celebrate a potential end to the war, but know it will mean facing the grief they have put aside. ⌘ Read more

Water bills to rise further for millions after regulator backs extra price increases
Five water companies win permission for higher bills as they seek more funds to fix outdated infrastructure. ⌘ Read more

Parents of fugitive New Zealand dad apologise for ‘trouble’ caused
It is the first time they have spoken publicly since Phillips was shot dead by police during a manhunt. ⌘ Read more

‘Momentous opportunity’: World reacts to first stage of Gaza peace deal
World leaders, and people in Gaza and Israel have welcomed the tentative deal between Israel and Hamas. ⌘ Read more

Starmer meets Modi on his first visit to India
The two leaders met in India’s financial capital Mumbai to discuss ways to strengthen trade and business ties. ⌘ Read more

Ceasefire deal a major breakthrough, but war not over yet
The agreement of the first-phase of the peace plan for Gaza, announced by US President Donald Trump, is a big moment. ⌘ Read more

How Broncos and ‘play-dough’ quarterback can end Chiefs’ reign
BBC Sport columnist Phoebe Schecter explains how the Denver Broncos can mould Bo Nix into a quarterback that can conquer the AFC West, starting with Sunday’s game in London. ⌘ Read more

Starmer meets Modi on his first visit to India
The two leaders met in India’s financial capital Mumbai to discuss ways to strengthen trade and business ties. ⌘ Read more

Kate warns too much screen time damages family life
The Princess of Wales says that smartphones and digital devices are causing an “epidemic of disconnection”. ⌘ Read more

Water bills to rise further for millions after regulator backs extra price increases
Five water companies win permission for higher bills as they seek more investment to fix outdated infrastructure. ⌘ Read more

Pubs could stay open longer under licensing reforms
Changes to licensing rules could see relaxed rules around live music and serving food outside. ⌘ Read more

Starmer meets Modi on his first visit to India
The two leaders met in India’s financial capital Mumbai to discuss ways to strengthen trade and business ties. ⌘ Read more

How Scotland can guarantee play-off place by Sunday
Steve Clarke is targeting six points from Scotland’s next two games. Achieving that could have a significant impact in their bid to reach the World Cup. ⌘ Read more

Ceasefire deal a major breakthrough, but war not over yet
The agreement of the first-phase of the peace plan for Gaza, announced by US President Donald Trump, is a big moment. ⌘ Read more

Water bills to rise further for millions after appeal
Five water companies win permission for higher bills as they seek more investment to fix outdated infrastructure. ⌘ Read more

Starmer meets Modi on his first visit to India
The two leaders met in India’s financial capital Mumbai to discuss ways to strengthen trade and business ties. ⌘ Read more

Water bills to rise further for millions after appeal
Five water companies win permission for higher bills as they seek more investment to fix outdated infrastructure. ⌘ Read more

Parents of fugitive New Zealand dad apologise for ‘trouble’ caused
It is the first time they have spoken publicly since Phillips was shot dead by police during a manhunt. ⌘ Read more

‘Momentous opportunity’: World reacts to first stage of Gaza peace deal
Officials from around the world have welcomed the agreement between Israel and Hamas. ⌘ Read more

‘Momentous opportunity’: Global reaction to news of Gaza peace deal
Officials from around the world have welcomed the agreement between Israel and Hamas. ⌘ Read more

Hennessy to lead Clarke v Tshikeva undercard on BBC
Kent fighter Francesca Hennessy will place her undefeated record on the line against Fabiana Bytyqi on 25 October in Derby. ⌘ Read more

The battle for Scotland’s flag: Why the right has adopted the saltire
The saltire has long been embraced by supporters of Scottish independence – but now it is being unfurled for a different cause. ⌘ Read more

China tightens export rules for crucial rare earths
The announcement comes ahead of a meeting between China’s President Xi Jinping and his US counterpart Donald Trump later this month. ⌘ Read more

‘It was like a movie’ - How immigration raid on Chicago apartments unfolded
People living in a Chicago apartment block targeted in a big immigration raid have described seeing armed agents and a helicopter landing on the roof. One resident - a US citizen - told BBC Verify he had his hands zip-tied by agents. ⌘ Read more

Inside the room where Nobel Peace Prize is decided – but will Trump get his wish?
For the first time in its 125-year history, the committee allows an exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpse. ⌘ Read more

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Young children taking knives to school, BBC finds
Incidents of young children bringing knives into primary schools have been revealed by a BBC investigation. ⌘ Read more

The Papers: ‘I’ll axe stamp duty’ and ‘My Maddie hoax agony’
The Tories vow to scrap some stamp duty and Madeleine McCann’s parents give evidence in an alleged stalking case ⌘ Read more

China tightens export rules for crucial rare earths
The announcement comes ahead of a meeting between China’s President Xi Jinping and his US counterpart Donald Trump later this month. ⌘ Read more