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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/6tpOgqC

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/fdPb70v

Raised in Manchester, joining Liverpool - meet fun-loving Frimpong

He loves a goal celebration but fun-loving Jeremie Frimpong, who is joining champions Liverpool, is deadly serious when it comes to his football. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UNn0kh9

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/OFV0ZBX

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/qrTWtn1

Mars phases out controversial colour additive in Skittles in US

Confectionery giant Mars said it had stopped using titanium dioxide in its Skittles portfolio in the US. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dfzl7EW

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/vnTjg6F

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/H3nGDBk

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/Yn3qiwx

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/KYiZ0kA

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/r1oWZpg

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/RZnItNT

Bennett makes history but England remain in control against Zimbabwe

Brian Bennett hit the fastest Test century by a Zimbabwe batter but England remain on course for victory in the one-off Test, after making the tourists follow-on on day two at Trent Bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oGpr74E

On the South African road incorrectly identified as a 'burial site' by Trump

The US president said video of crosses on the road was evidence of the scale of attacks on white farmers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2y4hvef

Johnson wanted tighter Covid rules, inquiry hears

In his diaries, Lord Vallance wrote that ex-PM thought rules were not ruthless enough. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hr1WBGq

Is it time for injury replacements in Test cricket?

As Zimbabwe toil against England a bowler light because of injury, BBC Sport asks whether the rules around substitutes in cricket should be changed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ClVfhNw

Chris Brown freed on £5m bail by London court

The US singer is accused of assault at a nightclub in central London in 2023. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pumlJIv

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/83gzx6V

Man Utd 'would be seen differently with Europa win'

Ruben Amorim is not under pressure at Manchester United, but thinks his team may be looked at "in a different way" if they beat Tottenham in Bilbao on Wednesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mWM9r5t

Brexitcast: The EU-UK Deal (and our Rachel Reeves interview)

Keir Starmer says it is time to move on from “political fights” about Brexit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pcOAoeW

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/MmYrNWP

Five teams, three spots - which way will race for Champions League go?

Five teams into three places don't go - so who will qualify for the Champions League as the Premier League's race for Europe enters its final week? from BBC News https://ift.tt/8kARxQ2

Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer

Biden, 82, was diagnosed on Friday after seeing a doctor for urinary symptoms, his office said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bvjcekp

'We are unsatisfied and upset' - Arteta on Arsenal season

Mikel Arteta says he is "unsatisfied and upset" that Arsenal are finishing another season without a major trophy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/czFZg1u

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/pMyw9Zf

'Maybe the thought of taking a penalty at Wembley was too much'

Erling Haaland's Wembley goal drought continues as he fails to score on his sixth visit during Manchester City's FA Cup final loss to Crystal Palace. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YsJndtk

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/ejVkCAx

Frank Skinner gets married after four rejections from his now-wife

The comedian announced on his podcast that he had married Cath Mason after 24 years together. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5PJNeu8

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/F3zXHpf

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/NOKlwqk

Exceptionally low river levels raise fears over water supplies

The warning comes after some parts of the UK had the driest Spring in nearly a century. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hHa3o89

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/6mSLVJC

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/MIu5YV2

Autistic boy left on locked school bus for hours

Bus company Supreme Executive Travel said it had sacked the staff member it held responsible. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OlZpYHz

Father Ted creator denies harassing trans woman

Graham Linehan, 56, appears in court on charges of harassment of Sophia Brooks, 18, and criminal damage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WlzXC4h

(Another) Plan to Fix "Broken" Migration System

PM says UK risks “becoming an island of strangers". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ev3Oftr

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/pkRKiJN

'Moments to remember' - Bompastor savours 'special' season

Chelsea's trophies continue to pile up and so do their records as they finish the WSL season unbeaten - a 'special' achievement for manager Sonia Bompastor. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H7adP9U

Arsenal beat Man Utd in seven-goal thriller

Arsenal secure second place in the WSL with a 4-3 win against Manchester United. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eYlFOKv

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/1XlYCR9

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/GDMTmzo

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/uyK3C10

Swiatek breezes through to Italian Open third round

Defending champion Iga Swiatek cruises through to the Italian Open third round with a straight-set win over Elisabetta Cocciaretto. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KpybM8v

Postecoglou hits back at Wenger over CL spot row

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou claims "Spurs does crazy things to people" in response to Arsene Wenger's suggestion the winners of the Europa League should not qualify for the Champions League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/2IKWn4A

Titans snatch victory in extraordinary IPL finish

Gujarat Titans beat Mumbai Indians - and the rain - to snatch a remarkable final-ball victory and go top of the Indian Premier League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I3BftHD

Play Champions League Squares during Inter Milan v Barcelona

Welcome to Uefa Champions League Squares - the new BBC Sport game which you can play alongside the live match action. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VLB80b7

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/Dn5KAJN

Family pay tribute to 'loving boy' killed in fire

A total of 16 children have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wWtoOeR

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/IDQWh0b

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/d3w5ng9

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/YO3tKup

Six key moments from Prince Harry's BBC interview

The Duke of Sussex spoke about his failed legal bid, relationship with King Charles and prospects of returning to the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IA48GoN

Activists say ship aiming to sail to Gaza was attacked by drones

The incident happened off the coast of Malta. The government said a fire onboard the ship was "brought under control overnight". from BBC News https://ift.tt/vJUCLuj

How to follow the local elections on the BBC

BBC News is on on hand to keep you up-to-date with the latest developments across all platforms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/36PGSVo

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/5b0BrHj