Kelly outpoints Murtazaliev to win world title

Britain's Josh Kelly puts on a slick performance to beat Bakhram Murtazaliev and win the IBF light-middleweight title by majority decision in Newcastle.

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'A great headache' - can Madueke stake claim for Arsenal and England?

The sight of Noni Madueke flying past defenders and putting dangerous crosses into the penalty will have been a welcome sight for Mikel Arteta.

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Brook lied 'to protect' others after nightclub altercation

England white-ball captain Harry Brook says other players were present when he was involved in an altercation with a nightclub bouncer.

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Ex-Nigerian oil minister did not take bribes from industry insiders, court told

Diezani Alison-Madueke denies five counts of accepting bribes and a charge of conspiracy to commit bribery.

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Chips, anyone? German farm gives away millions of potatoes after bumper harvest

Dubbed "the great potato rescue", it is part of a plan to save the spuds from going to waste.

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Starbucks scraps $250,000 cap on boss's use of company jet

The coffee chain changes Brian Niccol's travel budget due to media attention and "credible threat actors".

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Cricketers banned as university club suspended over initiation

The behaviour during an event at a Cardiff pub raised "significant" concerns around student safety.

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Why England legend Root is so effective in Asia

After another masterclass in Asian conditions, BBC Sport breaks down how Joe Root stands out as a brilliant player of spin bowling.

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No sponsor, kit on order & visa wait - Scotland embrace late World Cup call

Scotland are "confident" visa issues will not prevent them arriving late for the men's T20 World Cup as chief executive Trudy Lindblade tells BBC Stumped about their "unique" preparations after a late call to the tournament.

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Why can't Newcastle win without Guimaraes?

Newcastle United have yet to win a league game without Bruno Guimaraes since he made his debut for the club in 2022.

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Livingston to report Aberdeen over alleged racial abuse of Bokila

Livingston will contact the Scottish FA to report Aberdeen over an alleged racial comment made to striker Jeremy Bokila.

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'Joyless and toxic' - will Spurs put Frank out of his misery?

Tottenham manager Thomas Frank remains in deep trouble despite his side rescuing a late draw at Burnley, writes Phil McNulty.

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Doubles partners Jovic and Mboko leading teen disruptors

North American teenagers Iva Jovic and Victoria Mboko are through to the fourth round of the Australian Open for the first time.

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Can you spot the Faithfuls in our Traitors-inspired sports quiz?

The Traitors finale is on the BBC this Friday, and to mark the dramatic climax we've compiled a Traitors-inspired sports quiz.

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Acid attack victim was 'set up by his ex-wife'

A court hears Danny Cahalane, 38, faced "real threats" in the months before his death.

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Osaka has tense exchange with Cirstea at end of match

Naomi Osaka has stern enounter with Sorana Cirstea, receiving a frosty handshake and a telling-off from the Romanian as she wins 6-3 4-6 6-2 at the Australian Open.

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German nurse jailed for murders could be linked to 100 more deaths

Prosecutors are reviewing dozens more suspected deaths linked to a former palliative care nurse.

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Loved ones of victims reeling after high-speed rail crash in southern Spain

Two deadly crashes in almost as many days have inflicted grief, anger and disruption. Two deadly crashes in almost as many days inflict grief, anger and disruption in Spain.

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US second lady Usha Vance announces she is pregnant with fourth child

Vance posted on social media that she is looking forward to welcoming a boy in late July.

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Littler beats Van Gerwen to win Saudi Masters

Luke Littler wins the inaugural Saudi Arabia Darts Masters with an emphatic 8-5 victory over Michael van Gerwen in Riyadh.

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Prison officer jailed for having sex with inmates

Isabelle Dale had relationships with two prisoners at HMP Coldingley in Surrey, a judge says.

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Jacob Alon crowned Brits Critics' Choice winner

The Scottish folk singer edges out Sienna Spiro and Rose Gray to claim the prestigious prize.

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Barry secures deserved win for Everton against Villa

Everton's Thierno Barry capitalises on a mistake by Aston Villa's Emi Martinez for a 1-0 win to The Toffees, which stops Villa going second in the Premier League.

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How Jones went from retirement plan to career-best year

Britain's Francesca Jones was "very serious" about retiring in 2025. Instead, she enjoyed a career-best season and is now set for an Australian Open main-draw debut.

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Missed opportunity for Arsenal - but were they denied 'clear penalty'?

Arsenal have moved seven points clear at the top of the Premier League after a 0-0 draw at Nottingham Forest - but should the Gunners have been awarded a penalty?

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'I share the same frustrations as the fans' - Slot on Anfield boos

Arne Slot responds after Liverpool are booed by sections of their home support in the 1-1 draw with Burnley at Anfield on Saturday.

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Was this the day Spurs fans finally lost all faith in Frank?

Was the dismal home loss to struggling West Ham the day Spurs fans finally lost all faith in head coach Thomas Frank, asks chief football writer Phil McNulty?

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The dramatic 24 hours that sealed Guehi and Glasner's futures

BBC Sport looks at a dramatic 24 hours for Crystal Palace as captain Marc Guehi agrees to join Manchester City and manager Oliver Glasner confirms he is leaving in the summer.

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'No panic buy' - Guehi would cap £414m rebuild as Man City up title ante

Manchester City have upped the ante in the Premier League title race by flexing their muscles in the January transfer window.

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Players need social skills for World Cup - Tuchel

England manager Thomas Tuchel says players will need the right "social skills" and personality to make his World Cup squad.

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Apprentice contestant struck off over social posts

Dr Asif Munaf posted or reposted 36 "seriously offensive" comments on X, a tribunal finds.

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California investigates Grok over AI deepfakes

The state attorney general urges xAI to take action over the "shocking" material as Musk denies the allegations.

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Why banning of Maccabi fans raises questions about police integrity

The decision to ban fans of the Israeli team from a UK game was based on a flawed assessment, a report has found.

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Bulger killer Jon Venables set for parole hearing

Jon Venables, 10 when he killed James Bulger in 1993, failed in a previous bid for parole in 2023.

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Last year was Ukraine's deadliest for civilians since 2022, UN says

Conflict-related violence killed at least 2,514 civilians last year, the UN's monitoring mission in Ukraine said.

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Macclesfield to host Brentford in FA Cup fourth round - see full draw

Sixth-tier Macclesfield are rewarded with a home tie against Brentford in the FA Cup fourth round after their shock win over holders Crystal Palace.

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Watch: The Women's Football Show

Analysis and top stories from week 12 of the 2025/26 Women’s Super League season.

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Welbeck scores as Brighton knock Man Utd out of FA Cup

Striker Danny Welbeck helps Brighton dump his former club Manchester United out of the FA Cup at Old Trafford.

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Goals, shocks and fan power on a record-breaking FA Cup weekend

If anyone needed convincing that the FA Cup still matters, this season's record-breaking third round provided all the necessary evidence.

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Frank's failing Spurs knocked out of FA Cup by Aston Villa

Goals from Emiliano Buendia and Morgan Rogers knock a wasteful Tottenham Hotspur side out of the FA Cup to pile more pressure on manager Thomas Frank.

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Injury-time leveller leads to dramatic penalty win for Newcastle

Newcastle United and Bournemouth play out a six goal draw, after a Harvey Barnes goal in the 118th minute is cancelled out by Marcus Tavernier's equaliser just minutes later, with Newcastle ultimately progressing on penalties.

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Video filmed by ICE agent who shot Minneapolis woman emerges

The clip, filmed by one of the ICE agents at the scene, shows the chaotic moments before gunfire rang out.

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Watch Saka's best Premier League goals

Watch a selection of Bukayo Saka's best Premier League goals, as the winger agrees a new contract with Arsenal.

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Man City finalising deal for USA midfielder Coffey

Manchester City are finalising a deal to bring in United States midfielder Sam Coffey from Portland Thorns.

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Peers back calls for extra time to debate assisted dying bill

Supporters are increasingly concerned the bill could run out of time to become law.

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Everything We Know About The Minneapolis ICE Shooting…So Far

A US citizen has been fatally shot by an immigration agent in Minnestota.

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Two starkly opposed Americas laid bare by deadly ICE shooting

The incident is threatening to inflame a deeply contentious debate over immigration enforcement,

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Martin Clunes to take on role of Huw Edwards in new drama

Doc Martin star Martin Clunes will portray former BBC presenter Huw Edwards in a two-part factual series.

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Lib Dem council to ask for election delay weeks after Davey's warning

Cheltenham Borough Council is asking for its May elections to be postponed.

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UKA chief 'appalled' as Prescod joins Enhanced Games

Great Britain sprinter Reece Prescod joins controversial Enhanced Games as UK Athletics chief executive says he is "appalled".

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'A moving moment' as Rosenior breaks barriers

Liam Rosenior's appointment as Chelsea manager is a "massive moment" for representation in the Premier League.

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Fujitsu 'not a parasite' over Horizon scandal

Fujitsu's European boss defended the firm as it continues to profit from government contracts.

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Stop experiments and get manager who fits Man Utd DNA - Neville

Gary Neville urges Manchester United to 'stop experimenting' and appoint a manager who fits the club's DNA after Ruben Amorim was sacked on Monday.

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Watch: The Monday Night Club

Mark Chapman and guests discuss the weekends football

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'Struggling Frank trapped in gilded cage at joyless Tottenham'

Struggling head coach Thomas Frank is trapped in a gilded cage at joyless Tottenham Hotspur, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

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Ten-try Northampton demolish Quins to go top

Alex Coles scores a hat-trick as Northampton run in 10 tries against Harlequins to return to the top of the Prem Rugby table.

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Burnley lacked belief in defeat at Brighton - Parker

Burnley boss Scott Parker says his side "lacked belief" as they fall to their ninth defeat in 11 Premier League games at Brighton.

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'Nancy leaps to his own defence as he feels Old Firm heat'

Just over four weeks on from his appointment as Celtic manager, Wilfried Nancy's passionate defence of his reign shows the pressure he is facing before Saturday's Old Firm derby against Rangers.

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Woman killed in suspected mountain lion attack in US

Colorado officials said that it would be the first time in more than 25 years that a mountain lion killed a person in the state, if confirmed.

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Bradley didn't take chance to curb 'horrific' Ryder Cup abuse - McIlroy

Rory McIlroy says that US captain Keegan Bradley "didn't" help to rein in unacceptable and abusive behaviour at last year's Ryder Cup.

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'Heavy metal? It's not even aluminium foil football'

As Liverpool are booed off following a goalless draw against Leeds, it was hardly the start to the New Year that Arne Slot's side would have wanted.

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Khawaja to retire after fifth Ashes Test

Australia batter Usman Khawaja will retire from international cricket following the fifth Ashes Test against England in Sydney this week.

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