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Hamilton says new front wing rule 'waste of money'

Lewis Hamilton says the introduction of a new rule clamping down on front wing flexibility at the Spanish Grand Prix was "a waste of money". from BBC News https://ift.tt/DdBPuUX via

Hamas makes hostage pledge but demands changes to US Gaza ceasefire plan

The response is seen as neither an explicit rejection nor clear acceptance of the proposal, but US envoy Steve Witkoff has branded it "unacceptable". from BBC News https://ift.tt/NzL8iXq via

Norrie beats Fearnley after firework disruption

Cameron Norrie maintains focus to beat British rival Jacob Fearnley in a French Open match disrupted by loud fireworks outside Paris St-Germain's stadium. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HVxMKta via

Beaumont and Jones tons set up crushing England win

Amy Jones scores her first international century and Linsey Smith takes 5-36 on debut as England beat West Indies by 108 runs in the first of three one-day internationals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iY4SJ3z via

Macron warns the West could lose credibility over Ukraine and Gaza wars

The French president spoke at the Shangri-la Dialogue, a high-level Asia defence summit in Singapore. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dRIM19e via

Turkey to fine airline passengers who stand up before plane stops

Those who unbuckle before the "fasten seatbelt" sign is turned off face a fine, aviation authority says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KN6n08H via

England begin Brook era by hammering West Indies

England crush West Indies by 238 runs in the first one-day international at Edgbaston to begin Harry Brook's era as captain in style. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fVPwmCO via

Are (even more of) Israel’s allies turning against them?

EU says Israeli strikes in Gaza 'go beyond what is necessary' to fight Hamas from BBC News https://ift.tt/pTFMk3Q via

Fans arrested after clashes before Conference League final

Riot police in the Polish city of Wroclaw use a water cannon to stop trouble between Chelsea and Real Betis fans before the Uefa Conference League final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/63qWZ95 via

Giant of African literature Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o dies aged 87

The Kenyan author sent shockwaves through African literature by refusing to write in English. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pKuZQHi via

Yamal signs new six-year Barcelona contract

Lamine Yamal signs a new six-year Barcelona contract following a breakout season in which he helped the Catalan club win a domestic treble. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pq8voc5 via

Russia's advance in Ukraine's north east may be bid to create 'buffer zone'

The advance may be linked to Moscow's attempts to create "buffer zones" along the border, Ukrainian regional authorities say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Z9CPKLd via

Sick Raducanu 'really proud' of battling first-round win

Emma Raducanu battles through illness to win on her French Open return and set up a second-round meeting with defending champion Iga Swiatek. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zm3cCjl via

Ex-DR Congo president returns from self-imposed exile, party says

Joseph Kabila is now in rebel-held Goma, according to the M23 armed group and a party official. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZYjFLfW via

In pictures: King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed in Ottawa

The King and Queen are in Canada for a historic visit meant to underscore Canada's sovereignty. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zg1Syc8 via

Villa complain to Premier League after missing out on Champions League

Aston Villa will complain to the Premier League after a "big mistake" by referee Thomas Bramall during a 2-0 loss at Man Utd. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fhc4QMy via

Van Dijk lifts Premier League trophy at rapturous Anfield

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk lifts the Premier League title aloft at Anfield - the first league title trophy lift in front of a crowd at Anfield in 35 years after their 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TVKzb2p via

Bethell comments 'twisted to suit agenda' - Stokes

Captain Ben Stokes says his comments about a potential immediate return to the England team for Jacob Bethell were "twisted to suit an agenda". from BBC News https://ift.tt/wqHuRDp via

Monaco pole 'a big thing' for Norris but there's jeopardy

Lando Norris says his pole position at the Monaco Grand Prix is a "step in the right direction" and "quite a big thing" after being unhappy with his form since the start of this season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/im285O6 via

British woman held in Sri Lanka on drug offences

Charlotte May Lee, 21, from south London, denies knowing drugs were in her suitcase. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X0M4JAx via

Yes, yes, yes: Man Utd sure on Amorim, transfers and the future

A look at what's next for Manchester United after their Europa League final defeat - with focus on transfer plans, finances and the future of their head coach Ruben Amorim. from BBC News https://ift.tt/v6WU70g via

Pope, Crawley & Duckett hit centuries as England dominate Zimbabwe

Centuries from Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope and Ben Duckett highlight a dominant batting display as England wrap up day one on 498-3 in the first innings of their single Test match against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s8XI6KY via

Trump administration ends Harvard's ability to enrol international students

The move escalates the administration's row with America's oldest university over hiring, admissions and teaching practices. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lXcx3NE via

Israel's Eurovision result prompts questions over voting system

Countries including Spain, Ireland and Finland raise concerns about the song contest's public vote. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AyRiCZD via

Are Israel’s Allies Turning Against Them?

UK suspends Israel trade talks and summons ambassador over “intolerable” Gaza offensive from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZyxjRiu via

Watch: Fatal storms flood the south of France

At least three people have died in the flooding which swept across southern France. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JP8EVfK via

Who are the winners and losers from the UK-EU agreement?

A deal between the UK and European Union (EU) has been agreed at a post-Brexit leaders summit in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8vX5E2y via

Huge challenges await new president of divided Romania

"Fear managed to defeat fury" is how one analyst interpreted liberal Nicusor Dan beating hard-right George Simion to the presidency. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mda7TUR via

Huge challenges await new president of divided Romania

"Fear managed to defeat fury" is how one analyst interpreted liberal Nicusor Dan beating hard-right George Simion to the presidency. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Mda7TUR via

'More to come' from Ferrari, says Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton says there are "lots of positives to take" from the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix after he finished fourth from 12th on the grid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gkdy1KN via

US officials investigating fatal Mexican Navy ship crash

Authorities are examining the site in New York to determine how the collision, which killed two, occurred. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8yVWkrh via

Five killed after helicopters collide in Finland

Police have not confirmed the number of deaths but said there were five people on board in total. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zucYey1 via

Palace shock Man City to win first major trophy in their history

A first half goal from Eberechi Eze is enough for Crystal Palace to secure a 1-0 win over Manchester City and win the first ever major trophy in the club's history in the FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WXjCo2d via

Caudery wins pole vault at Diamond League in Doha

Britain's Molly Caudery begins her 2025 outdoor season with victory in the pole vault at a Diamond League meeting in Doha. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0lFQqdc via

Shock in Sweden at death of diplomat questioned for spying

The man, described as a high-ranking diplomat, was arrested on Sunday and released on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2WHoanj via

Walmart warns higher prices could hit US this month due to Trump tariffs

The retailer said it isn't able to absorb all the pressure from tariffs, even at the reduced levels announced. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3UvwQR8 via

McIlroy struggles as Ryder Cup captains impress at US PGA

American Ryan Gerard leads the US PGA Championship from Europe's Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald while Rory McIlroy endures a tough start on day one at Quail Hollow. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nIPQYyd via

US says Trump and Putin needed for breakthrough in Ukraine peace talks

Marco Rubio says he does not have high expectations for Ukraine-Russia peace talks due to be held in Turkey. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8MLG69D via

Israeli strikes across Gaza kill 80, hospitals and rescuers say

Hospitals say 29 children and 15 women were among the dead after the northern Jabalia area were hit overnight. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ci8qmPZ via

Heavy hangs the crown - sadness at Wiggins' troubles

Bradley Wiggins' admission that he was addicted to cocaine after retiring from cycling is a sad chapter in a story that had brought troubles to go with the glory. BBC Sport's Matt Warwick examines Wiggins' character. from BBC News https://ift.tt/viCMXNk via

(Another) Plan to Fix "Broken" Migration System

PM says UK risks “becoming an island of strangers". from BBC News https://ift.tt/6nOIMC5 via

Has Putin Been Forced To The Table?

The Russian leader called for "direct talks" with Ukraine in a late night address. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A84kt3V via

Trump to receive luxury jet for Air Force One from Qatar

The aircraft is intended for use as a presidential plane, which will then be donated to Trump's library. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PHhD9X6 via

Champions League race hots up as Man City slip & Villa win

Manchester City have dropped points in the race for the Champions League - so who needs what? from BBC News https://ift.tt/NbJCry0 via

'Sorry if we got your hopes up' - Saints avoid unwanted record

Southampton avoid becoming an addition to a pub quiz question after moving past Derby County's record low total of 11 points. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A4csbMe via

Welbeck ends 17-year wait to hit double figures

At the age of 34, Danny Welbeck hits double figures for Premier League goals in a single season for the first time in 17 years in Saturday's 2-0 win at Wolves. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6jpa8iy via

Mercenary and coup plotter Simon Mann dies

He was arrested in 2004 after being part of a failed coup to overthrow Equatorial Guinea's ruler. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FqQJjIS via

Turkish Tufts University student Rumeysa Ozturk to be released

Her arrest follows the White House's crackdown on what it has classified as antisemitism on US campuses. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KNXe2yZ via

Watch: Trump misspeaks and calls toy firm Mattel a country

The US president says tariffs are "the most misunderstood thing" in business and threatens more action. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4ydmHpf via

PSL considering postponing rest of season

The Pakistan Super League is considering postponing the remainder of its season amid the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7gf4SmT via

Watch Pope Leo XIV's first public address - in full

Speaking from the Vatican balcony just after being unveiled as the new pontiff, he paid tribute to his predecessor and called for unity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XmY7y54 via

Man whose remains found in suitcase raped teenager, court hears

Albert Alfonso, whose dismembered body was found in Bristol, sexually assaulted and blackmailed a teenager years earlier, a court hears. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zA4sUHK via

Arsenal need 'big balls and magic moments' - Rice

Declan Rice says Arsenal need "big balls" and "magic moments" if they are to overturn their semi-final deficit against Paris St-Germain and reach the Champions League final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oR37vBH via

French hunter given suspended sentence for killing protected bear

The 81-year-old man said he had no choice but to shoot the animal after it attacked him during a hunt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LN8Dioz via

Zhao beats Williams in historic final - highlights

Watch the best shots as Zhao Xintong beats Mark Williams 18-12 in the final of the World Snooker Championship to become the first player from China to win the title. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PQoKsWY via

Ukraine claims strike in Russia's Kursk amid reports of fresh incursion

Kyiv says it struck a drone command centre in border village and insists forces remain inside Russian region from BBC News https://ift.tt/iKku0Rh via

Draper loses to Ruud in Madrid final

British number one Jack Draper misses out on a first ATP Tour clay-court title as Casper Ruud edges an absorbing Madrid Open final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m3hzGjt via

Sabalenka beats spirited Gauff to win Madrid Open

World number one Aryna Sabalenka beats Coco Gauff in a thrilling Madrid Open final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HcXh12l via

Fears of global instability drive Singapore voters into ruling party's arms

The People's Action Party won by a landslide in an election dominated by concerns over the cost of living and the economy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oiA60OQ via

Trump will rename Veterans Day to celebrate US victories in World Wars

The president says Americans did "more than any other country, by far, in producing a victorious result" in the conflict. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jQAbT1G via

Guardiola to take coaching break after Man City

Pep Guardiola says he will take a break from management after he leaves Manchester City, though he does not know when he will retire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KgiHGRy via

North Korea: First road bridge to Russia 'significant' development

The announcement comes after North Korea confirmed for the first time its soldiers are fighting alongside Russia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eXjCiNl via

Hundreds arrested in crackdown on May Day protests in Istanbul

More than 50,000 police officers are deployed to the Turkish capital and public transport is shut down. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HpexfAd via

Norris 'not worried at all' about title challenge

Lando Norris says he has "no reason to be worried" about this title campaign despite Oscar Piastri outperforming him at the start of the season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z2jDQ6b via

Hundreds arrested in crackdown on May Day protests in Istanbul

More than 50,000 police officers are deployed to the Turkish capital and public transport is shut down. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HpexfAd via