England begin bid to become World Cup contenders

England start their autumn campaign against Australia on Saturday as they bid to show they are genuine World Cup contenders.

Hurricane death toll rises as Jamaica aid effort struggles

The devastating storm claimed nearly 50 lives when it swept Haiti and Jamaica this week.

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England 'not a quick fix' - Edwards on World Cup exit

Head coach Charlotte Edwards says she knew her job "would not be a quick fix" after England are thrashed by South Africa in the World Cup semi-finals.

Character.ai to ban teens from talking to its AI chatbots

The AI chatbot app, which has millions of users, said it was responding to parents and regulators.

Super League in danger of 'train crash' - NRL chief V'landys

Super League is heading for a "train crash" if it does not find ways to grow its revenue, the head of Australia's NRL has warned.

City trader sues UBS for $400m after rate-rigging conviction quashed

Tom Hayes launches a legal claim against UBS, claiming he was the bank's "hand-picked scapegoat".

Watch: Monday Night Club

Mark Chapman and guests discuss the weekends football.

Bellingham scores El Clasico winner

Jude Bellingham assists the first goal and scores the second for Real Madrid as they beat Barcelona 2-1 in the first Clasico of the La Liga season.

After 11 months of negativity, have Man Utd turned the corner?

Manchester United have recorded three consecutive Premier League wins under Ruben Amorim for the first time.

Connolly declared president of Ireland after landslide win

Catherine Connolly, an independent who was backed by the major left-wing parties, pledges to be "an inclusive president for all".

'We fight to the end', says Newcastle 'talisman' Guimaraes

Newcastle United were rapidly running out of time against Fulham but captain Bruno Guimaraes stepped up when his side needed him most.

Rubio says lots of countries willing to join Gaza security force

The US secretary of state says Israel must be comfortable with participants, but it is unclear how such a force could be deployed without an understanding with Hamas.

'Red flags for Rohl as Rangers routed in first game'

In the last few seasons, Rangers went toe-to-toe with Athletic Bilbao, Benfica, Red Bull Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund. Now they're getting routed by Brann.

Watch: Video appears to show alleged Louvre jewel thieves escaping

Thieves stole €88m worth of French crown jewels in broad daylight on Sunday morning.

Trump says Putin talks 'don't go anywhere' as he imposes new sanctions

The US has announced new sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil, Russia's two largest oil companies, over continued fighting in Ukraine.

Why Are Survivors Quitting The Grooming Gangs Inquiry?

The government is facing questions over it’s handing of an inquiry into grooming gangs.

The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high

Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why

British grandmother on Bali death row to return to UK after drug smuggling conviction

Lindsay Sandiford, 69, spent years in prison in Indonesia after being convicted of drug smuggling.

French ex-president Sarkozy begins jail sentence for campaign finance conspiracy

Nicolas Sarkozy, president from 2007-2012, has appealed against his jail term at La Santé prison.

What football can learn from NFL's international games

With La Liga and Serie A set to stage regular-season matches overseas, how successful have the NFL's international games been, and what do players and fans think of them?

Muscat deal to be Rangers boss off

Rangers' bid to make Kevin Muscat their new head coach has broken down after advanced talks.

Ferrari has 'full confidence' in team boss Vasseur

Ferrari chairman John Elkann says the company has "full confidence" in team principal Frederic Vasseur.

New blood test could speed up diagnosis of 50 cancer types, study says

The Galleri test looks for fragments of DNA that have broken off a tumour and are circulating in the blood.

Prince Andrew & the Epstein Scandal: The Newsnight Interview

The Duke of York speaks about his relationship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein.

Norris sets pace in US Grand Prix practice

McLaren's Lando Norris is fastest in practice at the United States Grand Prix, split from team-mate and title rival Oscar Piastri by Nico Hulkenberg.

No Maccabi Tel Aviv fans allowed at Aston Villa match over safety concerns

Aston Villa confirm no away fans will be permitted to attend the Europa League match at Villa Park against Maccabi Tel Aviv in November.

Met chief vows 'ruthless' rogue officer clear-out

Sir Mark Rowley says the force is making progress in rooting out unfit officers in its ranks.

Watchdog urges Phillipson to speed up trans guidance

The equalities watchdog says updated guidance on single-sex spaces needs to be approved quickly.

Reeves says she is looking at tax rises ahead of Budget

The chancellor also said she was considering further measures on public spending, in a bid to put the UK's finances on a firmer footing.

French pair sentenced in Iran on spying charges

The defendants are believed to be couple Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris, who were arrested in 2022.

How Bright left her mark on historic Lionesses

Millie Bright's international retirement is a reflection of a changing of the guard in Sarina Wiegman's team - but her impact on England's success is unquestionable.

Nagelsmann did not mean 'any disrespect' to NI

Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann says Northern Ireland have a "special way" of playing and he did not mean any offence with his comments after his side's 3-1 win in Cologne last month.

Watch: What do people in the West Bank think about the plan?

Palestinians in the West Bank say they hope the deal could lead to a united Palestinian future.

NZ's Williamson to miss T20 series against England

New Zealand batter Kane Williamson will miss this month's T20 series against England but captain Mitchell Santner is back following injury.

Liam Gallagher becomes a grandad for first time

The Oasis frontman's daughter Molly Moorish-Gallagher, 27, has given birth to a boy, she announced on Instagram.

Melania Trump says Putin responded to her pleas about Ukrainian children

The First Lady has been directly engaged in diplomacy in Russia, pleading for the protection of children.

Bol switches to 800m and Hodgkinson 'can't wait'

Two-time world 400m hurdles champion Femke Bol says she is switching events and will compete in the 800m from next year.

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Trump is embracing crypto, but is he building a new kind of American economy?

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.

Injured captain Kane to miss Wales friendly

England captain Harry Kane will miss Thursday's friendly against Wales with a minor injury.

Prosecutors to challenge decision to throw out terror case against Kneecap rapper

The Crown Prosecution Service has said it will appeal against the decision to throw out the case.

Albanian judge shot dead in court by man during trial

Judge Astrit Kalaja was killed while two others were injured during a hearing at Tirana's Court of Appeal.

'With power comes responsibility' - the footballer who cycles to work

Former Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin talks about his attempts to live a more sustainable life as he wins the BBC Green Sports Award.

Earick rules out Spurs takeover bid after approach

American tech entrepreneur Brooklyn Earick announces he will not make a formal takeover bid for Tottenham.

Will Trump’s Gaza Peace Plan Work?

Trump urges mediators to “move fast” as key Gaza talks begin.

Wigan clinch treble with Grand Final win over Saints

Wigan Warriors complete the women's rugby league treble by beating St Helens in the Grand Final

Arteta's unlucky captain - how Odegaard set unwanted record

Arsenal continue their strong start to the season with victory over West Ham - but Martin Odegaard sets an unwanted record.

Serving Met police officer arrested after BBC Panorama investigation

The officer has been bailed and suspended from duty, the Met police says.

Bonehead out of Oasis tour after cancer diagnosis

One of the band's founding members says he will be miss some upcoming shows for treatment.

Lammy met with shouts of 'shame on you' as he appears at vigil in Manchester

David Lammy was speaking to a vigil near to the scene of the synagogue attack in Manchester.

Brewdog announces job cuts after posting £37m loss

It is the fifth year running that the firm, headquartered in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, has posted pre-tax losses.

Manchester Synagogue Attack: What We Know So Far

Keir Starmer says Britain must defeat rising antisemitic hatred.

Childcare costs a 'real barrier' for families

A survey says 95% of parents and carers feel the affordability of childcare is poor or very poor.

British man, 23, faces drug charges in Thailand

George Wilson from Buckinghamshire is accused of being found with a suitcase containing crystal meth.

Toy maker Jellycat plans to pay owners £110m after profits double

Jellycat's viral cuddly toys are sold all over the world and made the company £139m last year.