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F1 to revise engine rule at centre of row

Mercedes' rivals succeed in securing a rule change following a pre-season technical row over engine performance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gb5ZhOW

Promoted York claim another shock win as drop-goal sinks Hull FC

Danny Richardson's drop-goal earns York Knights a second shock win in three weeks as they won at Hull FC. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jOtnoTp

So much for three-year plan - what is the secret to manager longevity?

In his BBC Sport column, ex-Premier League boss Tony Pulis explains why it is so hard for football managers to keep their jobs in the modern game. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XYym57T

Secret supermarket codes you need to know before your next food shop

When it comes to doing the food shop, we all love to bag a bargain. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/owcIqU7

Real Madrid condemn fan for alleged Nazi salute

Real Madrid launch an investigation after a supporter allegedly performed a Nazi salute before the club's Champions League win against Benfica on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yb9Dhs8

People smuggler who transported hundreds of illegal migrants to UK jailed

A prolific people smuggler who transported hundreds of illegal migrants to the UK has been jailed, the National Crime Agency (NCA) said. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/lTsyfmY

World Cup security concerns over funding freeze

US government officials are warned that there could be "catastrophic" security consequences if cities hosting World Cup matches do not receive funding that has been frozen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QOV63y7

Love Island winners revealed after drama-filled All Stars series

The third series of the ITV2 dating show spin-off saw six American bombshells enter halfway through. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TfZ7nbK

GP practices to be offered £3,000 bonus for prescribing weight loss jabs

GP practices are set to receive bonuses of up to £3,000 a year for prescribing weight loss jabs to patients. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/wO31uDq

Littler wins in Poland despite Van Veen nine-darter

Luke Littler wins the Poland Darts Open title despite a nine-dart finish in the final from Gian van Veen. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aHOC6Im

'I design video games - here's what I think about angry fans'

If you've ever spent your morning commute daydreaming about starting afresh with your career, this feature is for you. Each Monday, we speak to someone from a different profession to discover what it's really like. Today we speak to Alistair McFarlane, chief operating officer of game design company Facepunch Studios and the executive producer of survival game Rust... from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/6nHTSAg

Atkin wins halfpipe bronze for Team GB's fifth medal

Freestyle skier Zoe Atkin wins bronze in the women's halfpipe to secure Great Britain's fifth medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics, equalling the team's record-best haul. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Sou2Er7

Son lived with mum's body for months after Covid lockdown let him hide murder

Judith Rhead was bludgeoned to death by her son, who was meant to be her carer during Covid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S2RoZB4

Trump's Tariffs... Trump attacks the Supreme Court over tariff ban

A breaking episode of Americast as POTUS takes on SCOTUS from BBC News https://ift.tt/iszQ0fd

BrewDog co-founder Watt to plough £10m into rescue bid for brewer | Mark Kleinman blog

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Who is Tucker Carlson and what does he tell us about the future of MAGA?

And what does MAGA look like post-Trump? from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ni6Vczj

UK Athletics pleads guilty to corporate manslaughter

UK Athletics plead guilty to the corporate manslaughter of UAE Paralympian Abdullah Hayayei who died in 2017 after a metal cage fell on him while training in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VLb8lB4

UK Athletics admits causing death of Paralympian hit on head by pole

UK Athletics has admitted causing the death of a Paralympian who was hit on the head by a metal pole during training in 2017. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/mgMAf7c

Investigation into Andrew could be complex and long

Legal correspondent Dominic Casciani unpicks the complicated allegation Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested over. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FHGBrE6

Pupils with special educational needs to have support reviewed when they join secondary school

Ministers will introduce reforms so that children with special educational needs (SEND) will have their support reviewed as they move from primary to secondary school. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/VygwBcH

Italy defeat puts GB's men into curling semi-finals

Team GB's men's curlers are now just two victories away from a remarkable Winter Olympic gold after sneaking into Thursday's semi-finals in Cortina. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SVizuMT

Palestine Action activists face retrial over Israeli-linked defence firm break-in

Six Palestine Action activists face a retrial over a break-in at an Israeli-linked defence firm's UK site. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/8Gb7AHW

How does curling work?

Our Ask Me Anything team explain how the Winter Olympic sport of curling works. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GjBETzC

Brazilian butt lifts 'should be banned immediately' after spate of deaths

MPs have called on the government to immediately ban Brazilian butt lifts (BBLs). from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/ztcBXfJ

Edith Bowman says stolen suitcase found empty

The radio DJ says she is "utterly devastated" at the loss of two "precious" rings inside. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yAfJZCl

'I booked an emergency plumber and cancelled minutes later but they've still charged me £270'

Our Money team helps a reader every week with their consumer issue or financial dispute... from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/TzejDqH

GB curlers rise to occasion to keep semi hopes alive

Team GB's women curlers deliver their best stuff in the biggest moment as they beat Denmark to keep alive their Winter Olympics semi-final hopes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bqIt6Tj

Public asked to help find man who may be missing in Galloway Forest Park

Police are appealing for the public's help to track down a missing man who may be in the Galloway Forest Park area. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/LHQvCa3

'Murrayfield pain will make England a better team'

In his latest BBC Sport column, England World Cup winner Matt Dawson discusses the potential long-term impact of England's defeat by Scotland at Murrayfield. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BdTuSWV

What are the symptoms of measles - and what should you do if you think your child is infected?

A "fast-spreading" measles outbreak in north London has left more than 60 children infected - and about a dozen needing hospital treatment.  from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/LnJwup9

Error-strewn England flunk oldest Test at Murrayfield

Captain Maro Itoje says England must "learn our lesson and move forward" after their attempt to salvage something from a slow start against Scotland is fatally undermined by a string of errors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bYrXZOh

'It all kicked off' Canada and Sweden curlers argue over 'double-tapping'

Sweden's Oskar Eriksson and Canada's Marc Kennedy exchange tense words after the Swedes accused the Canadian's of double-tapping their stones during their men's curling match at the 2026 Winter Olympics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VZqKXEf

Men buying illegal erectile dysfunction pills 'risking their health'

Men who buy illegally-traded erectile dysfunction (ED) pills online have been warned they are gambling with their health - after authorities confiscated more than four million doses last year. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/rXw2FPE

Zimbabwe clean up Australia for shock World Cup win

Blessing Muzarabani takes 4-17 as Zimbabwe beat Australia by 23 runs at the T20 World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CQIjpUs

Will 40-point mark be needed for Premier League survival?

Will the 40-point mark - or thereabouts - be needed to guarantee survival this term, with an in-form West Ham attempting to chase down the sides above them? from BBC News https://ift.tt/cMEPFuJ

No balls, a wide & absurd run-out - a wild T20 World Cup finish

Watch South Africa and Afghanistan play out a thrilling final over of their match at the T20 World Cup, culminating in a super over. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UwknGiJ

How to pick out a good steak - as one supermarket's range gets shoutout from top chef

While steak is a favourite for many people, choosing the perfect piece can be a daunting task. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/bGIg4cS

Drinking tea or coffee may reduce risk of dementia, study suggests

Drinking tea or coffee may help preserve brain function and reduce dementia risk, a large US study has suggested. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/WscxPHV

Why do we rarely see world records at the Winter Olympics?

Our Ask Me Anything team explain why world records are rarely seen at the Winter Olympics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rUNRgAs

Hundreds of homes flooded with record levels of rain set to continue

Hundreds of homes have been flooded and more are at risk as record levels of rain continues across UK. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/q79GnpV

Seahawks claim dominant Super Bowl victory over Patriots

The Seattle Seahawks deliver a dominant defensive display to beat the New England Patriots 29-13 and claim their second Super Bowl victory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b3qWOKT

D-Day veteran who 'never thought of himself as a hero' dies aged 100

One of Scotland's last surviving D-Day veterans has died aged 100. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/vxyTVzn

Vonn crashes in Olympic downhill after ACL injury

Lindsey Vonn crashes in the women's downhill competition at the Winter Olympics nine days after rupturing her left anterior cruciate ligament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9WJ7FEI

Starmer's top adviser shouldn't resign over Mandelson scandal, minister says

Sir Keir Starmer's chief of staff should not resign over the Mandelson scandal because the responsibility "lies with the prime minister", a cabinet minister has said. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/i3MGKtY

I turned myself into an AI-generated deathbot - here's what I found

A Cardiff University researcher recreated her own voice using a deathbot - but found it strange. from BBC News https://ift.tt/APv1tnS

I was full of shame after being sacked for having endometriosis

Sanju Pal wins an employment appeal tribunal that could affect how employers can treat staff with endometriosis. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Xk7nB1m

NatWest set to clinch £2.5bn takeover of wealth manager Evelyn

NatWest Group is closing in on a £2.5bn takeover of Evelyn Partners, the wealth management group, in what would be its biggest corporate takeover since its taxpayer bailout in 2008. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/HMFCcgo

Was this catch grounded? Controversy in U19 World Cup final

India's Vihaan Malhotra is given not out on review after England bowler Farhan Ahmed grounds the ball in taking a catch off his own bowling. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3HJxaDs

Ex-players have 'duty of responsibility' as pundits - Van Dijk

Former players turned pundits have a "duty of responsibility" to the new generation of footballers when commenting on their performances, Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TBnUH4u

'No end in sight': The gloomy weather warning for rain-lashed UK

There is "no end in sight to the rain", forecasters have warned, despite downpours having lashed Britain every day in 2026. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/kYzgEXu

Loss of life was 'avoidable' in deadliest ever Channel migrant boat sinking, inquiry finds

The lives of more than 30 people who died trying to cross the Channel in a small boat could have been saved had a French warship responded to a Mayday call, an inquiry has found. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/dZjrQR0

Scotland leave out Van der Merwe, Kinghorn & Graham

Duhan van der Merwe, Darcy Graham and Blair Kinghorn are left out of Scotland's side for the Six Nations opener against Italy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3FXxgvB

UKHSA investigating 36 cases of children falling ill linked to recalled batches of baby formula

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed it is investigating 36 cases of children falling ill after being fed now-recalled batches of baby formula.  from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/C7WfL1J

'Lots of dark moments' – Draper now ready for Davis Cup

Jack Draper says he has had to overcome "lots of dark moments" during his injury lay-off as he prepares to make his long-awaited return in Great Britain's Davis Cup qualifier against Norway in Oslo from BBC News https://ift.tt/Om7tbrV

An uncomfortable truth must be confronted to turn the tide on foster care

The government says it wants to fix fostering. Again. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/6PTWxeO

New batch of Nestle baby formula recalled due to toxin

Food and drink giant Nestle has recalled a further batch of its SMA baby formula due to concerns about the presence of a vomit-inducing toxin. from UK News - The latest headlines from the UK | Sky News https://ift.tt/RDg7QFl

MCC change Laws of Cricket to permit previously 'illegal' bats

Changes are to be made to the Laws of Cricket to permit bats previously deemed illegal in an effort to make the game affordable for amateur players. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PiOb0mY

Jacquet set for Liverpool medical before £60m move

Liverpool agree a £60m deal with Rennes for defender Jeremy Jacquet, with the player set to join the Reds in the summer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jMw4NI7

England midfielder Gomes set for Wolves loan

Wolves are set to complete a loan move for Marseille's England midfielder Angel Gomes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/STBUZd7