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Sunday, 31 May 2026

Second batch of Mandelson files to be published on Monday

A government spokesperson said the documents "will be among the largest publications ever laid in Parliament".

Man City's future looks bright - and Shaw's role is key

Manchester City's domestic double is the start of what they hope will be a hugely successful period for the club - and Khadija Shaw is at the centre of it.

Saturday, 30 May 2026

A team in need of change - why Liverpool parted with Slot

Why did Liverpool call time on head coach Arne Slot after two seasons in charge in which the club won the Premier League title?

Friday, 29 May 2026

Fonseca stuns Djokovic in third-round epic

Novak Djokovic's wait for a record 25th Grand Slam singles title goes on after teenager Joao Fonseca produces a stunning fightback to win a five-set epic in the French Open third round.

Thursday, 28 May 2026

Rice, Shaw & McInnes among BBC Football Awards winners

For the first time, BBC Sport is handing out end-of-season football awards to the cream of the crop in English and Scottish football - and here are the winners.

Wednesday, 27 May 2026

Jill Biden says she thought husband was 'having a stroke' during 2024 debate

The former US first lady told CBS News that she was frightened by Joe Biden's performance against Donald Trump.

Mensik collapses on court as heatwave continues

Jakub Mensik collapses on court and Novak Djokovic swelters for almost four hours as players are made to work hard on another hot Paris day at the French Open.

Tuesday, 26 May 2026

Foden a 'victim' of football's packed schedule

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden is a "victim" of football's packed fixture schedule after being left out of England's World Cup squad, says the chief executive of the PFA.

'Like the Eiffel Tower at night' - Osaka sparkles in French Open outfit

Naomi Osaka continues her tradition of serving jaw-dropping looks at Grand Slams with an outfit that reminds her of "the Eiffel tower at night".

Monday, 25 May 2026

Shaw signs new Man City deal after contract U-turn

Man City striker Khadija Shaw signs a new four-year contract with the club, just days after it looked like she would be leaving the WSL champions this summer.

England's batters are giving me T20 World Cup headache - Edwards

England have three T20s against India to come before the World Cup starts, with some question marks over their batting line-up for head coach Charlotte Edwards to answer.

Sunday, 24 May 2026

Spurs survival celebrations can't disguise season of embarrassment

Tottenham Hotspur's celebrations in survival cannot cover up their embarrassment of a season that almost ended in the unthinkable, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

Trump tells US negotiators 'not to rush' into deal with Iran

The US president said both sides "must take their time" to reach a deal, after saying on Saturday that an agreement had been "largely negotiated".

Saturday, 23 May 2026

Farewell to Salah, Liverpool's 'Egyptian king'

As Mohamed Salah's time at Liverpool comes to an end, a look at his legacy with insight from Jurgen Klopp, Ian Rush, Steven Gerrard and more.

'Too high a mountain' for Leinster as Bordeaux lift Champions Cup

After their previous European final defeats came down to "fine margins", Bordeaux's thrashing of Leinster in Bilbao highlighted a gulf between the sides

Friday, 22 May 2026

Teen boys' racist murder sentences to be referred to Court of Appeal

Kamran Aman was killed by Marcus Staniforth and another boy outside his mother's home.

Borrowing in April hit highest level since Covid

Borrowing was higher than expected last month and retail sales fell as fuel prices surged.

Thursday, 21 May 2026

Usyk opponent Verhoeven 'not a normal man' - Hearn

Promoter Eddie Hearn says novice Rico Verhoeven has a "mountain to climb" against Oleksandr Usyk but described the challenger as "not a normal man".

Hamilton says he has no plans to retire from F1

Lewis Hamilton says he has no thoughts about stopping racing in Formula 1 and insists he will "be here for quite some time".

Wednesday, 20 May 2026

Tuesday, 19 May 2026

Son of Mango boss arrested over father's fatal fall from cliff

Isak, 71, died in December 2024 after falling from a ravine while walking in the Montserrat mountains near Barcelona.

NS&I to begin contacting victims of lost funds scandal

Over 30,000 estates could not be accessed due to an error identifying all of a late customer's NS&I products.

Monday, 18 May 2026

Sunday, 17 May 2026

Osula stars as Newcastle increase West Ham's relegation worries

William Osula scores twice as Newcastle soundly defeat West Ham United 3-1, to leave Nuno Espirito Santo's side on the brink of relegation from the Premier League.

The Food Chain

How batch cooking can save time, money and food waste

Saturday, 16 May 2026

England beaten in rain-affected ODI as NZ draw series

New Zealand beat England by 17 runs via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method to level the three-match series in Cardiff.

Sportscene: Premiership Highlights

Highlights from the final day of the Scottish Premiership top six.

Friday, 15 May 2026

US to seek death penalty for suspect in killing of Israeli embassy staff members

The US government alleges that Elias Rodriguez shot and killed a young Jewish couple at an event in Washington last May.

Thursday, 14 May 2026

Man City beat rivals Man Utd 2-1 to win FA Youth Cup

Reigan Heskey smashes home a late winner as Manchester City claim bragging rights over Manchester United by winning the FA Youth Cup for the fifth time.

Listen: 5 Live Sport - The Making of Jannik Sinner

BBC Sport has travelled across Italy to tell the Jannik Sinner story.

Wednesday, 13 May 2026

Tuesday, 12 May 2026

China should stop hoarding food and fertiliser, says former World Bank chief

David Malpass also said that Beijing's claim to be a developing nation was no longer credible.

Refs' chief Webb confirms grappling consultation

Disallowing West Ham's last-ditch equaliser against Arsenal on Sunday was the right decision, referees' chief Howard Webb says.

Monday, 11 May 2026

Labour MPs Move Against Starmer

The number of Labour MPs calling for the prime minister to go increases.

Sunday, 10 May 2026

Anderson shows character to go with talent after personal loss

Elliot Anderson's crucial equaliser against Newcastle for Nottingham Forest was even more admirable given the huge personal loss he has suffered.

Man charged as three Jewish people assaulted

Two men, aged 58 and 26, and a 53-year-old woman were left with minor injuries from the attack.

Saturday, 9 May 2026

Four-try Packer 'doesn't go away' as England set up Grand Slam decider

Four-try veteran flanker Marlie Packer "doesn't go away" as she eyes a fitting England finale in Bordeaux's Women's Six Nations Grand Slam decider.

Friday, 8 May 2026

Arteta rallies Arsenal for huge Premier League weekend

As the Premier League title race nears its conclusion, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta tells his players and the Gunners fans to "stay present and live the moment".

Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait

US President Donald Trump says the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran is still in place.

Thursday, 7 May 2026

Valverde taken to hospital after alleged incident with Tchouameni

An incident involving team-mates Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni threatens to overshadow one of Real Madrid's biggest matches of the season.

The AI fitness instructors selling unreal gains

A BBC Sport investigation finds misleading adverts for fitness apps that use AI-generated instructors to make exaggerated claims.

Wednesday, 6 May 2026

Neymar apologises for slapping teenager Robinho Jr

Neymar apologises to his Santos team-mate Robinho Jr for slapping the teenager during a training session on Sunday, saying he "crossed the line".

Tuesday, 5 May 2026

'In a better place but not 100%' - Raducanu out of Rome as wait for return continues

Britain's Emma Raducanu withdraws from the Italian Open because of the post-viral illness that has kept her off the WTA Tour for two months.

Monday, 4 May 2026

Robinson in contact with England as he eyes Test recall

Bowler Ollie Robinson confirms he has been in contact with both England head coach Brendon McCullum and managing director Rob Key as he eyes a recall to the Test side.

Bank of Dave star spots Warburtons fire from helicopter

Dave Fishwick was flying over Burnley in his helicopter when he spotted the fire at the bread factory.

UAE accuses Iran of renewed drone and missile attacks

A large fire has broken out at the key Emirati oil port of Fujairah, which lies beyond the largely-blocked Strait of Hormuz.

Sunday, 3 May 2026

Antonelli wins in Miami to extend title lead

Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli holds off Lando Norris in a race-long battle to win the Miami Grand Prix and take a commanding championship lead.

Three dead in suspected virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship

The World Health Organization said one case of hantavirus infection has been confirmed, with five more suspected cases under investigation.

Saturday, 2 May 2026

Woodwork woe and a Spurs lifeline - West Ham suffer in survival fight

Tottenham were the biggest winners as fellow Premier League strugglers West Ham hit the woodwork four times in their 3-0 defeat at Brentford.

Brentford flying - but will sixth be good enough for Champions League?

Many predicted Brentford to go down. Instead they are on the cusp of securing European football next season.

Friday, 1 May 2026

Where's my Oscar? Eight times Academy Awards trophies have gone missing

From burglary to ransom, Oscar-winners like Frances McDormand, Jared Leto, Whoopi Goldberg and Olympia Dukakis have lost their coveted statuettes.

King Charles visits Bermuda in first British overseas territory trip

Schoolchildren turn out to meet the monarch, with exotic birds and Bob Marley music all part of the welcome.