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Boffey runs second fastest indoor 800m by Briton

Isabelle Boffey runs the second fastest ever 800m indoors by a British woman, clocking one minute 57.43 seconds to win at the BU Terrier Classic in Boston. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5i7XGAf

Thames Water closes in on £16bn rescue deal with lenders

Thames Water is edging closer to a multibillion pound rescue deal with its lenders that would keep the ailing utility out of temporary public ownership. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/5RHTmh4

'I had seven caffeine shots in 15 minutes' - from hypochondria to title shot

British light-middleweight Josh Kelly tells BBC Sport about how he won his battle with chronic hypochondria to emerge as a world title contender. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QXVbyGR

'It's very sad': Queen rule out touring US

Legendary Queen guitarist Brian May has said the band will not tour in the US any time soon, saying it has become "a dangerous place". from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/UEYuDG0

Everything you need to know about the Champions League play-off draw

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains how the Champions League knockout phase play-offs work and when the draw is taking place. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TLrMtbI

Another arrest over fires at properties and car linked to PM

A fifth man has been arrested in relation to arson attacks on properties and a car linked to Sir Keir Starmer last year. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/qVePuf9

Sabalenka storms into another Melbourne final

Aryna Sabalenka keeps her cool to storm past Elina Svitolina and reach a fourth Australian Open final in a row. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pMuqHKd

China considering visa-free travel for UK citizens after Xi-Starmer meeting

China is considering adding the UK to its visa-free waiver policy, putting Britain on the same footing as much of Europe. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/IWA7CVv

Ireland replace Aki for 'disciplinary reasons'

Bundee Aki is not with the Ireland squad for their Six Nations camp in Portugal with the Connacht centre the subject of a misconduct complaint after his side's URC defeat by Leinster on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yTBeGh4

France prop Atonio retires after 'cardiac event'

France prop Uini Atonio is forced to retire after he was admitted to an intensive care unit following a "cardiac event". from BBC News https://ift.tt/2XqRO6L

Barca president unhappy at teen's 'unpleasant' PSG move

PSG sign 18-year-old Barcelona midfielder Dro Fernandez, with the Spanish side's president calling the situation around the transfer "unpleasant". from BBC News https://ift.tt/iC59aIB

Menopause 'triggers loss of brain matter which could explain women's higher dementia risk'

Women face a significant loss of grey matter in the brain after menopause, which may explain why they are more likely to suffer dementia than men, a new study suggests. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/ZedpbUF

PM defends Burnham block saying it will allow focus on elections 'we must win'

The prime minister has insisted his party's decision to not allow Andy Burnham to run in an upcoming by-election is correct, because doing so would "divert our resources". from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/5GFnbcL

Israel to reopen Gaza crossing after search for last dead hostage's body ends

Israel's military says its troops are searching for the remains of Ran Gvili, reportedly at a cemetery in northern Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eqyh42M

Schools should be 'phone-free' all day, education secretary tells teachers

Students should be banned from accessing phones for the duration of the entire school day, the education secretary has said. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/NHKgVZn

Grudge match or homecoming - what next for Pimblett?

Paddy Pimblett is not short of options for his return to fighting despite his loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC 324. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2yOmgE0

'Strong case' for social media ban on children, says home secretary - but police won't be involved

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has said there is a "strong case" for banning under-16s from social media. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/Rg0qjz8

Mensik withdrawal sends Djokovic into last eight

Novak Djokovic moves through to the Australian Open quarter-finals as fourth-round opponent Jakub Mensik pulls out with an abdominal injury. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9UMc1Zd

Man shot in 'targeted' city centre attack

The victim was shot in the leg in the city's gay village at about 05:00 GMT, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6Do0run

Part of historic pier washes away in 'wild' storm

The town's mayor says the resort took a "battering" overnight with the historic pier damaged. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZoUhDM7

Police officers warned they must hold work licence or face the sack

Police officers in England and Wales must hold a work licence or face the sack, the Home Office has announced. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/5FMbD9c

Rodman 'becomes highest-paid women's footballer'

Trinity Rodman signs a new three-year deal with Washington Spirit that will reportedly make her the world's highest-paid female footballer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Xcto8V7

Surprise bounceback in December sales as people bought silver and gold at record prices

Retail sales in the UK bounced back in December with a better-than-expected performance over the Christmas season, according to new figures. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/1DmOE6v

Would Man Utd 2008 really 'batter' Arsenal 2026?

After being challenged by Theo Walcott, Wayne Rooney said the Manchester United side of 2008 would "batter" the current Arsenal team. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dFzV8wo

Japan restarts world's largest nuclear plant

Japan restars a reactor at the world's largest nuclear plant nearly 15 years after the Fukushima disaster. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7fe1A2Q

Owen to leave role as Mercedes chief designer

Mercedes chief designer John Owen, a key figure in multiple drivers' and constructors' championship wins, is to leave the team later this year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GRgasON

M&S technology chief quits less than a year after cyber attack

Another of Marks & Spencer's (M&S) most senior technology executives is leaving the company less than a year after its operations were devastated by a cyber attack. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/hFc0fmg

How cue 'from Father Christmas' helped Wilson win Masters

How Kyren Wilson went from being close to a "mental breakdown" during a match to winning the Masters in the space of six weeks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d2tYiFA

Jenrick 'told Badenoch to kick Truss out' of the Tories

Robert Jenrick claims he told Kemi Badenoch to kick former prime minister Liz Truss out of the Conservative Party because of her "cackhanded" mini budget. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/UjxhGXz

Spurs chiefs consider Frank's future as manager

Tottenham head coach Thomas Frank is under significant internal scrutiny with the club considering calling time on his seven-month reign. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cSfNqt8

Mum's dash across the world pays off as Briton wins on Australian Open debut

British tennis player Arthur Fery is through to the second round of the Australian Open after beating the 20th seed Flavio Cobolli. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/owUySqa

Mother suing TikTok over son's death describes 'deeply painful' hearing

A mother who is among a group of British parents suing TikTok after the deaths of five children has described a hearing in America as "deeply painful". from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/Vp6OFSN

'It's not now or never' - Djokovic targets elusive 25th Slam

Novak Djokovic says the upcoming Australian Open is not "now or never" for his hopes of winning a standalone all-time record 25th Grand Slam title. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iC14PGX

Water finally restored to thousands of homes after week of chaos

Water is finally being restored to some homes across Kent and Sussex - after almost a week of chaos. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/qx8cLyP

China and Canada announce tariffs relief after a high-stakes meeting between Carney and Xi

Canola oil and electric cars are at the centre of the deal agreed by Mark Carney and Xi Jinping after years of strained ties. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Yx9EbBT

Trump v China: How Oil Is Defining Great Power Politics

What is this new era of global politics and where it does it leave Europe? from BBC News https://ift.tt/O8DpReT

LA to open ticket draw for 2028 Olympics - with seats starting at $28

If chosen via the draw, fans will be notified via email and will be given a time slot to purchase tickets in April. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ON816Jn

Police chief apologises for 'erroneous' Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban evidence, blaming AI

West Midlands Police chief constable Craig Guildford has apologised to MPs for giving them "erroneous" evidence about the decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans, blaming the use of AI. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/LksvuW7

Michael Carrick reaches verbal agreement to become Manchester United's interim head coach

Manchester United have reached a verbal agreement with Michael Carrick to become interim head coach for the rest of the season after further talks on Monday. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/gblzOcv

Carrick to bring in Holland as Man Utd assistant

Michael Carrick agrees to become Manchester United interim head coach - and former England assistant manager Steve Holland is set to be his number two. from BBC News https://ift.tt/adCzVj6

Reform UK insiders express concerns over Zahawi defection

Reform UK insiders have told Sky News they fear the high profile defection of Nadhim Zahawi to their party may "look like naked opportunism". from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/StbIrHG

GB's Evans out in first round of Melbourne qualifying

Dan Evans is one of four Britons to lose in the first round of Australian Open qualifying at Melbourne Park. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UVf8qRL

Manchester United captain's X account hacked with post criticising co-owners

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes's X account has been hacked, the club said, after a post on Sunday was critical of the club's co-owners.  from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/j8aLknQ

Former Premier League star apologises for Holocaust remark

Former Premier League footballer Shay Given has apologised for describing sacked Celtic manager Wilfried Nancy's time at the club as an "absolute Holocaust". from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/1q73xFO

Adventurer's 'mixed feelings' as 36,000 mile journey nears end

Karl Bushby, from Hull, is sketching out the final path of his 36,000-mile journey. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uE64N5S

I never saw young women on Epstein visits, Mandelson tells BBC

In his first interview since being sacked as the UK's US ambassador, Lord Mandelson also says he does not believe Donald Trump will take Greenland by force. from BBC News https://ift.tt/akp5gQE

My cousin died after placing 600 bets in a row

Natalie Ashton's cousin Lee Adams killed himself after placing hundreds of bets online in an hour. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4jAnUiP

Musk says backlash to AI chatbot deepfake images is 'excuse for censorship'

The UK government "wants any excuse for censorship", Elon Musk has said, amid a growing backlash over deepfake sexual images produced by his social media site X's artificial intelligence tool. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/bhrUVYQ

England's Stanway to leave Bayern in summer

England international Georgia Stanway will leave Bayern Munich upon the expiry of her contract at the end of the season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LbAfP86

Ebnoutalib's rapid rise from fourth tier to potential star

Younes Ebnoutalib was playing in Germany's fourth tier a year ago - now he hopes to be the latest in a line of star forwards at Eintracht Frankfurt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xButPgR

Kate says 'deeply personal' nature series helped her 'discover what it means to be alive'

The Princess of Wales has said her video series on nature has been "deeply personal" and has helped her "discover what it means to be alive". from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/VG6SYCl

Minnesota hold moment of silence for 'unspeakable tragedy'

The Minnesota Timberwolves hold a moment of silence in memory of Renee Good, who was shot dead by a US immigration agent, before Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/67P92BR

Unloved in PE, ignored at top - what is cross country's future?

Cross country evokes miserable school memories for many, while top athletes focus on Olympic disciplines instead - what is its future? from BBC News https://ift.tt/7uTjizg

Australia secure 4-1 Ashes win against England with victory in final Test

Australia's cricketers have secured a 4-1 victory in the Ashes after beating England in the fifth Test in Sydney. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/YuTneRN

Why the NFL play-offs are the 'most unusual' in years

Even NFL veterans are struggling to call this season's play-offs, with so many big names out and an array of young stars ready to battle for Super Bowl glory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4nQrtLo

Man jailed for supplying thousands of small boats and engines to Channel people smugglers

A Turkish national pleaded guilty to supplying thousands of small boats and engines used by people smugglers to transport asylum seekers across the English Channel. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/0TaE5xK

Tomorrowland to hold its first-ever Asia festival in Thailand

Founded 20 years ago, Tomorrowland has grown into one of the most iconic celebrations of electronic music. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1JgyQmK

Rules-based system 'disintegrating before our eyes', Wes Streeting warns

The rules-based system is "disintegrating before our eyes", senior minister Wes Streeting has warned in reaction to Donald Trump's actions in Venezuela and threats over Greenland. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/YolUach

Centurion Root eyes next Ashes series down under

Joe Root says he would "love" to be part of England's next Ashes tour in 2029-30, when he will turn 39 years old. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uF0PeSM

Junk food advert ban comes into effect

A new online and TV ban on the advertising of unhealthy food comes into full effect today after voluntary restrictions were introduced in October. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/5Wp4aNo

Drones used to carry blood in trial aimed at saving lives

It is hoped the project could lead to drones delivering life-saving help to the scenes of accidents. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QnjCmd9

Joshua flies back to UK for funerals after crash

Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua flies back to the UK following a fatal car crash that killed two of his close friends in Nigeria. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i1v2DK6

Police identify first four victims of Swiss ski resort fire

Bodies of two Swiss women aged 21 and 16, and two Swiss men aged 18 and 16 have been returned to their families. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X5AeK6o

Reporter in Caracas describes hearing loud bangs and planes

Ana Vanessa Herrero is in Caracas and says she began hearing planes at 02:00 local time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DTHXlZp

Watch: Four men rescued from boat teetering on dam edge

According to reports, the boat had suffered motor failure before drifting to the edge of the dam from BBC News https://ift.tt/4TbDsCz

FTSE 100 breaks 'historic' 10,000 points in 'best present chancellor could want'

The UK's flagship stock index has broken the symbolic 10,000 points mark for the first time. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/v6sREXa

Police officer pays tribute to his wife and two children who died in house fire

A police officer who lost his wife and two children in a house fire on Boxing Day has paid tribute to his family as "three of the greatest humans to ever grace our presence". from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/6bfsoAN

Threatening, durable, learning - what makes Starc elite?

Mitchell Starc has tormented England through the 2025-26 Ashes series, so what makes him so good and what new tricks have revived his career? from BBC News https://ift.tt/aQ6rR3X