Williams 'takes it all in' on Centre Court return

Serena Williams receives a standing ovation from the Centre Court crowd as she walks out to play at Wimbledon for the first time in four years.

Martinelli scores stoppage-time winner to send Brazil through to last 16

Gabriel Martinelli scores a dramatic 95th-minute winner with Brazil coming from behind to beat Japan, set up a World Cup last-16 tie against Norway or Ivory Coast.

'Brilliant finish' - but should Sano have been on the pitch?

Kaishu Sano gives Japan the lead over Brazil moments after escaping a second yellow card for a challenge on Matheus Cunha during their round of 32 game in Houston.

England heading for series defeat against NZ after chaotic day

England's cricketers are heading for a series defeat after a chaotic fourth day at Trent Bridge in the third Test against New Zealand, where the home side closed on 103-4, needing 270 runs to win and avoid a series defeat in Ben Stokes' last in charge, following his shock announcement that he'll be retiring from international cricket after the match.

Are players at Wimbledon already split on prize money protests?

Four-time major champion Aryna Sabalenka says she hopes the world's leading players will not have to boycott their Grand Slam media duties again over prize money protests.

Chelsea in talks to sign Sunderland's Xhaka

Sunderland say experienced midfielder Granit Xhaka is not for sale amid reports Chelsea have entered talks over a move.

How Russell's quick thinking produced unexpected pole

Quick thinking, experience and a "magic lap" come together to produce an unexpected pole position for George Russell at the Austrian Grand Prix, writes Andrew Benson.

David Miliband says he is optimistic about potential Burnham government

The former foreign secretary says Burnham has "this openness and energy that I think is very attractive and positive".

England can play on NZ memories of 2022 - Southee

England can play on New Zealand memories of a remarkable Test at Trent Bridge in 2022 to turn around their series decider in Nottingham, according to assistant coach Tim Southee.

Women alleging rape and sexual assault in France call to abolish statute of limitations

More than 50 women are calling for the abolition of the statute of limitations which they say has prevented them seeking justice.

Trump accuses oil firms of price gouging at petrol pumps

The president's remarks come as global oil prices have fallen but remain higher than before the US-Israel war with Iran.

Ice packs & F1 cooling vests - England ready for heat

England will use ice packs, Formula 1-style cooling vests and other methods to deal with the heat during their match against West Indies, says stand-in captain Charlie Dean.

Tech giant Oracle cuts 21,000 jobs as it embraces AI

The cuts are part of a wider trend among tech firms as they spend hundreds of billions of dollars on AI.

Man City close in on appointing Maresca as manager

Manchester City are closing in on the appointment of Enzo Maresca to succeed Pep Guardiola as manager.

Lamine Yamal shows why this could be his World Cup

Spain looked an instantly better team with Lamine Yamal in the side, with the 18-year-old showing why this could be his World Cup.

Yamal on target as Spain put four past Saudi Arabia

Lamine Yamal scored 10 minutes into his first World Cup start as Spain beat Saudi Arabia to register their first win of the tournament.

Root stands firm as England head towards final‑day defeat

Watch the highlights as Joe Root stands between England and defeat in the second Test against New Zealand where a world record of 463 runs is needed to win at The Oval.

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The US economy backs Elon Musk’s vision for AI and sending people into space

Fifa alters how World Cup tables work - it changes everything

Fifa is using head-to-head records instead of group goal difference as the first tiebreaker for teams who are level on points at the World Cup.

England in trouble after dreadful day against NZ

England are in a dire position against New Zealand after spiralling from a chaotic morning on day two of the second Test at The Oval.

Why has Texas set its sights on London?

Texas, which once had an embassy in London, strengthens its ties with the capital by opening a new trade office.

Verhoeven says appeal against loss to Usyk dismissed

Rico Verhoeven says his appeal against the result of his defeat by unified heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk last month has been dismissed.

Cape Verde - Scotland's template against Morocco?

Former Scotland players Neil McCann and Willie Miller share their thoughts on how Steve Clarke's side might find success against Morocco.

Up to 15,000 England fans head to Dallas for World Cup opener

England fans have had a longer wait than most for their 2026 World Cup campaign to get under way. But now supporters are starting to arrive in Dallas.

Vozinha heroics help Cape Verde hold Spain to goalless draw

European champions Spain were held to surprise 0-0 draw by debutants Cape Verde in their World Cup opener, with 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha producing a standout performance for his side in their Group H clash.

Financial losses from scams hit £1.3bn a year as criminals turn to AI

On average, nearly eight cases of fraud in which money is stolen are reported in the UK every minute.

Perfect 10 for Hamilton and Norris keeps fighting - driver ratings

BBC Radio 5 Live F1 commentator Harry Benjamin rates how the drivers performed during the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.

'I was employee number one': SpaceX co-founder reacts to firm's market debut

The BBC's Michelle Fleury spoke to Tom Mueller, who was one of the company's founders alongside Elon Musk in 2002.

Iran win four staff visa appeals but 11 banned

Four members of Iran's World Cup delegation win appeals against having their visa applications rejected but 11 staff remain banned from travelling to the United States.

Fight is on for Hamilton as he and Russell reset successfully

Lewis Hamilton says "the fight is on" as he and fellow Briton George Russell prepare to start at the front in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.

Lukic heads Bosnia in front against Canada

Jovo Lukic heads Bosnia in front against co-hosts Canada in the opening game in Group B at the Toronto Stadium in the 2026 World Cup.

Bellingham set to start, but no Guehi - England's expected team

Jude Bellingham is expected to start England's opening game of the 2026 World Cup, as Marc Guehi could start on the bench.

Trump says 'I love the inflation' as US prices rise at fastest rate in three years

The US president later said he had meant that he actually loved that inflation was not higher.

Counter-terrorism police leading school stabbing inquiry

Two pupils, both 14, and a teacher were hurt in the attack at a school in Manchester.

Beauty Pie LED mask ad banned over misleading anti-wrinkle claim

The mask is not "clinically proven to reduce wrinkles in four weeks", the advertising watchdog finds.

World Cup expected to be the biggest betting event in history

The expansion of the number of games being played is set to drive a surge in the amount of bets placed on this year's World Cup.

Williams rolls back the years on return at Queen's

Serena Williams rolls back the years at Queen's with a winning performance on her comeback to tennis after 1,375 days away from the sport.

Final piece of 'iconic' Denby Pottery signed

The firm, founded in 1809, appointed administrators due to rising energy and labour costs.

Significant changes to new GSCEs in Wales likely after burnout concerns

The exams watchdog said it supported the decision to address concerns raised by teachers.

Hamilton 'feels like I'm reminding people who I am'

Lewis Hamilton says he "feels like I'm having to remind people who I am" after finishing second in the Monaco Grand Prix.

'I want to thank myself' - Andreeva's journey to Grand Slam glory

Mirra Andreeva thanks her coach, her team and most importantly herself as she claims her first Grand Slam trophy at the French Open.

Russell perplexed by struggles having arrived in Monaco playing mind games

George Russell tried playing a few mind games with Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli but is now the one "scratching my head".

Atkinson removes captain Latham in the first over

Watch as New Zealand's Tom Latham is caught by England's Harry Brook off Gus Atkinson's bowling.

Final pieces fired at Denby as production ends

"We are so hugely proud of everything this Derbyshire pottery has achieved," the company says.

Stunning Robinson return gives life to England

Ollie Robinson takes three wickets in his first over for England in more than two years to breathe life into their post-Ashes rebuild on day one of the first Test against New Zealand.

Cobolli sets up all-Italian French Open semi-final

Flavio Cobolli battles past Felix Auger-Aliassime to reach his first major semi-final and ensure an Italian will play in Sunday's French Open showpiece.

England in serious debt after Ashes and repayment must start now

England have invested in Brendon McCullum once again but now it is time for his team to start paying back the faith, writes Stephan Shemilt.

Police chief apologises to Henry Nowak's family over handcuffing and arrest

Chief Constable Alexis Boon tells the BBC the footage of how the murder victim had been treated was distressing.

No more delayed flag? Fifa adds new offside tech for World Cup

The delayed offside flag could almost become a thing of the past after Fifa unveiled new technology to be used at the 2026 World Cup.

Water firm fined £1.8m over parasite outbreak

Four people were hospitalised and there were more than 140 cases of sickness and diarrhoea in Devon.

Steph Curry signs with Chinese brand after Under Armour split

Chinese firms have been vying to secure deals with big stars as they push to become global brands.

'Soldier' Joshua standing strong for friends' parents

British heavyweight Anthony Joshua is preparing for his next fight but says his priorty remains on standing strong for the parents of the close friends who died in a car accident.