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Cole to leave Tigers after 18 years for personal reasons

Leicester Tigers stalwart Dan Cole will leave the club at the end of 2025 due to personal reasons. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NhgsPrK

Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of John F Kennedy, dies aged 35

She shared her diagnosis in a widely read essay last month, writing that she had less than a year to live. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u3JaqF2

George Clooney, wife Amal and their twins awarded French citizenship

The Hollywood actor and his wife, Amal, purchased their home in the south of France in 2021. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZFQyIoU

Nepal to scrap 'failed' Mount Everest waste deposit scheme

Under the scheme, climbers paid a $4,000 deposit that was returned if they brought 8kg of waste down the mountain. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SNmxEpF

Missing Texas teen believed to be in 'imminent danger'

Camila Mendoza Olmos, 19, was last seen leaving her house on Christmas Eve morning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z1Gm9tr

Gray heads Spurs to victory at Crystal Palace

Nineteen-year-old Archie Gray scores his first senior goal for Tottenham Hotspur to beat Crystal Palace 1-0. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A5Vt1YW

'A stellar legacy on and off the field' - Hugh Morris obituary

Hugh Morris, who has died at the age of 62, enjoyed a distinguished career in which he led from the front both on and off the cricket field. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aFQJIYA

'He just needed more time' - Wirtz finally breaks Liverpool duck

Florian Wirtz finally scores his first goal for Liverpool in Saturday's win over Wolves - and shows he adapting to "the hardest league in the world". from BBC News https://ift.tt/3u2nzTH

Arsenal in 'survival' mode as 'sensational' Raya save keeps them top

David Raya's "sensational" second-half save keeps Arsenal top of the Premier League - with the Gunners in "survival" mode. from BBC News https://ift.tt/q9awjWE

Boxing Day trail hunts take place as ban looms

The government says it is committed to banning the sport but has not given a time frame. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OWrjS0Q

Thousands of US flights disrupted as winter storm looms

Up to nine inches (23cm) of snow could fall across the New York region during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cu4NdEZ

Draper to miss Australian Open with arm injury

British number one Jack Draper will not play in next month's Australian Open because of an ongoing arm injury. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7WJLfxI

Players can only leave if replacements come in - Amorim

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim is not willing to let any players leave in the January transfer window unless replacements come in. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vYwLhd5

Zelensky hails 'new ideas' on peace after talks with US envoys

Ukraine's leader gives an upbeat assessment after discussing the plan with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5YjIfhU

Murder arrest after death of woman in her 80s

A 63-year-old woman has been arrested following an incident at a flat in Devizes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VdBg3Jo

Brazil ex-President Jair Bolsonaro's surgery for hernia 'successful'

The former leader is serving a 27-year sentence for plotting a coup after losing the 2022 presidential election. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CvGZofW

Catherine and Charlotte perform piano duet for Christmas carol concert

The pre-recorded performance aired on ITV1 on Christmas Eve and saw the pair play a piece by Scottish composer Erland Cooper. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kKhBzHg

Watch: Hawaii's Kīlauea volcano sends lava fountains 1,400ft into the air

Fountains of fiery red lava erupted from Hawaii’s KÄ«lauea volcano late Tuesday, continuing for nearly six hours before ending abruptly early on Christmas Eve. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ywQ8uzO

King's Christmas speech to come from Westminster Abbey

The King is expected to talk about the "pilgrimage" of life, and the lessons it can teach. from BBC News https://ift.tt/It5Knpg

Libya's army chief killed in air crash in Turkey

Signal was earlier lost with a jet that took off from Ankara with Gen Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad and four others on board. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C3gd80J

Norwegian biathlete Bakken dies aged 27

Norwegian biathlete Sivert Guttorm Bakken, who had been hoping to compete at the Winter Olympics in February, dies aged 27. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OirhgQS

Russia escalates attacks on key Ukrainian region of Odesa

President Volodymyr Zelensky warned the attacks were an attempt by Moscow to block Ukraine's access to maritime logistics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/97ZjQEf

US pauses offshore wind projects over security concerns

The Trump administration has long opposed wind power, most often citing cost and reliability concerns. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JE9Vs8K

Stunning Rogers double secures Villa win over Man Utd

Morgan Rogers scores twice for Aston Villa in their 2-1 win against Manchester United, extending Villa's unbeaten run to 10 matches in all competitions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/V5Sqc2a

Labour MSP to quit Holyrood over links to sex offender

Pam Duncan-Glancy stood down as the party's education spokeswoman earlier this month after admitting a "serious error of judgement". from BBC News https://ift.tt/4gTs9bo

'Hearts have arrived'...but McInnes warns they can get better

Hearts "have arrived" as Scottish Premiership title contenders after beating Rangers for the second time this season, says Kris Boyd. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oVcD9u6

Community cast 'does city proud' in culture finale

Thousands gather in Bradford for the first of two events bringing the curtain down on culture year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KOightn

US seizes vessel off Venezuela's coast, officials say

The move comes after US President Donald Trump ordered a "blockade" of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JI3fYw8

Prince 'honoured to become SAS charity patron'

The Prince of Wales says he is looking forward to working with the SAS Regimental Association. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jESoTM6

Under-fire Wolves chief Shi steps down

Wolves' under-fire executive chairman Jeff Shi steps down, after a desperate start to the season for the club who sit bottom of the Premier League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jRzCqXi

Tourists to face €2 fee to get near Rome's Trevi Fountain

Visitors who don't live in Rome will have to pay to view the Baroque monument up close from February. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tdDS3ch

Putin tells BBC Western leaders deceived Russia

BBC Russia editor Steve Rosenberg had the opportunity to ask Vladimir Putin about his plans for the future of the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8aAnx2Z

Dallas Cowboys retain status as world's most valuable team

The Dallas Cowboys retain their status as the world's most valuable sports team in the annual Forbes list published on Thursday and dominated by NFL clubs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4nTB7jD

Billionaire Jared Isaacman faces confirmation vote for Nasa chief

The amateur jet pilot, if confirmed, will be the first NASA administrator in decades to come directly from outside government. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1kAev6d

Former chancellor George Osborne joins OpenAI

Osborne said it was a privilege to become managing director of OpenAI for Countries based in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3wiN5Re

Fifa introduces some £45 World Cup tickets after backlash

Fifa introduces a small number of "more affordable" $60 (£45) tickets for all 104 matches at the 2026 World Cup following criticism of its pricing structure for the tournament. from BBC News https://ift.tt/19XJZph

MI6 chief warns 'we are in a space between peace and war'

The new head of Britain's overseas spy agency has warned about an interlocking web of security challenges. from BBC News https://ift.tt/e3hyGd6

Chelsea host Palace in Women's FA Cup fourth round

Holders Chelsea are handed a home tie against Crystal Palace in the draw for the fourth round of the Women's FA Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E5Svo3G

Mariah Carey to perform at Winter Olympics opening ceremony

American pop superstar Mariah Carey will perform at the opening ceremony of next year's Winter Olympics, organisers announce. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DuRMdFp

'Burning, annoying' - Frank calls for time after 'very bad' Spurs loss

"It's pretty evident if no-one gets the time, no-one can turn it around," says Thomas Frank as Spurs beaten at Nottingham Forest. from BBC News https://ift.tt/chxkyMJ

Lim, 71, becomes oldest winner at World Championship

Paul Lim becomes the oldest player to win a match at the PDC World Championship with a stunning victory over Jeffrey de Graaf. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7kPqR5Y

Equality boss expects people to 'follow the rules' over single-sex spaces

Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson said "things could be sorted out if there is goodwill and recognition that everybody has rights". from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jeck9I3

'Worst 48 hours' since I joined Chelsea - Maresca

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca says the past 48 hours are “the worst” since joining the club last summer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/meI3st9

Charlotte Church reveals she has ditched deodorant

The Traitors star says she stopped using it because she was concerned about chemicals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YlQpgUt

I'm learning a new football language - Rashford

Marcus Rashford speaks to BBC Sport Spanish football reporter Elizabeth Conway about how he is settling into life with Barcelona. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xTqnWMm

Women rally behind Catherine Zeta-Jones over age-shaming comments

The Oscar-winning actress faced criticism over her looks at Netflix's Wednesday FYC event. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s3K4rLa

Sarkozy releases prison diaries about his 20 days behind bars

The former French president was jailed for taking part in an election campaign funding conspiracy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I0yHlfM

Italian cooking awarded Unesco cultural heritage status

An Eyptian snack, Icelandic pool culture, Cuban music and Albanian lahuta music also get recognition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KlwTtNj

Palestine Action hunger strikers call for urgent meeting with ministers

Lawyers for eight remand prisoners waiting to go on trial say they could die in prison as part of their protest. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0PASigj

Fifa accused of breaching own rules with Trump award

Gianni Infantino is accused of breaking Fifa rules by a campaign group after giving United States President Donald Trump a peace prize. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r2SV1XB

'I am not weak' says Slot, but Salah could return

Liverpool manager Arne Slot says he is "not weak" and denies the situation with Mohamed Salah has undermined his authority. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ve5KTpC

Non-league Macclesfield to host holders Palace in FA Cup third round

Sixth-tier club Macclesfield are drawn against holders Crystal Palace in the third round of the FA Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WaGxLDH

Guehi scores late header to secure Crystal Palace win over Fulham

Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi scores a late header for a 2-1 win against Fulham which moves them into the top four in the Premier League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dvApRi6

Chelsea unbeatable no more - is WSL now Man City's to lose?

585 days. 34 Women's Super League games. Finally, Chelsea's unbeaten domestic league run is at an end. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FkhdLas

US National Park Service removes free entry on MLK Day and Juneteenth

The Trump administration is adding Flag Day, which is also President Trump's birthday, to its list of fee-free entry days at national parks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qn3Zt5h

'F1 title decider could hardly be better set up'

The maths and task seem simple for Lando Norris heading into the F1 title decider but Max Verstappen retains hope of "some Abu Dhabi magic". from BBC News https://ift.tt/AEmeKHY

Reform revokes council leader's party membership

It follows an investigation by the party into racist content on social media. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0Mz1RhB

President Trump wins inaugural Fifa Peace Prize

US President Donald Trump receives the inaugural Fifa Peace Prize before the draw for the 2026 Fifa World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pLAhPvW

Radio 1 newsreader's CBeebies dream comes true after royal boost

The Prince and Princess of Wales help presenter Calum Leslie become an official CBeebies Bedtime Story reader. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XFZz3oI

'I am a leader, not a boss' - Celtic's Nancy

Wilfried Nancy has joined Celtic as "a leader" first and foremost after arriving as manager. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JwWzhMi

Nancy takes Celtic job and vows 'exciting football'

Celtic have confirmed the appointment of Wilfried Nancy as their new manager on a two-and-a-half year contract. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WDk0GMI

Haaland joins Premier League 100 club - who else is in it?

Our Ask Me Anything team looks at who is in the Premier League's '100 club' of goalscorers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dArU6vE

Presenter Woods 'taken ill' during England coverage

Presenter Laura Woods appears to faint while leading the coverage of England's friendly against Ghana on Tuesday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FjeD7YG

When F1 title has gone to a final-race three-way fight

BBC Sport looks back at previous occasions when three drivers have gone into the final race of the season with a chance of winning the F1 title. from BBC News https://ift.tt/frzRWjh

Mangione in court as lawyers seek to rule out notebook, gun and other key evidence

A legal expert explains how the defence could stand to gain even if their longshot bid fails this week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iwpr6u3

Sutton's predictions v Tailenders host Felix White

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on Felix White - and AI - with his predictions for the midweek Premier League fixtures. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wxv8hjL

Tulip Siddiq MP says Bangladesh jail sentence is 'deeply unfair'

The MP, and niece of Bangladesh's ousted former leader, received a two-year sentence in her absence over corruption allegations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t7BdQ4R