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Sir Alex, 'unbelievable' Braga & Tynecastle keep Hearts on course

With Sir Alex Ferguson a VIP guest, a tireless forward and a raucous support, Hearts take another giant stride towards a momentous title. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uva3yMk

Usyk to defend title against kickboxer in Egypt

Oleksandr Usyk will return to the ring in May when he defends his WBC heavyweight title against former kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/medqwar

I Swear director says Baftas 'let down' Tourette's campaigner

Kirk Jones says he initially thought a slur shouted during the ceremony was not broadcast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dVtCkYj

Nasa announces change to its Moon landing plans

It is adding an extra mission to its Artemis programme before landing astronauts on the Moon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DrQsWGn

Trump's big, long, State of the Union speech

Can the president’s record breaking speech change voters’ minds ahead of the midterms? from BBC News https://ift.tt/df1qlzH

Will The US Attack Iran?

US-Iran talks continue but what will Trump do? from BBC News https://ift.tt/CSQXH8s

Spain declassifies files on 1981 attempted coup in effort to dispel conspiracy theories

In what appears an extraordinary coincidence, the coup leader has died on the same day as the document release. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ulA1Yvx

'The day Brook showed he is an England leader'

After an immature winter, Harry Brook's mature and majestic century against Pakistan proved he is England's leader for the future, writes Matthew Henry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mCeJ8qo

MPs openly criticising Andrew reflects shift in tradition

In the Commons, MPs shared their personal experiences of meeting the former prince – all of them were resoundingly negative. from BBC News https://ift.tt/40mlDtd

'Snoop Dogg performed private gig in our canteen'

The US rapper performed back to back classics, ahead of attending his first Swansea City game. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DUlJg0R

Barcelona sign Norwich prospect Tavares

Spanish giants Barcelona have signed 16-year-old Norwich City academy prospect Ajay Tavares, who has played for England age-group teams. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I1BKThk

Old Firm 'buckle under pressure' as incredible title race twists again

After a defeat for Celtic and surprise draw for Rangers, where does the latest weekend of drama leave the Scottish Premiership title race? from BBC News https://ift.tt/75ArY0t

Best Bafta Awards pictures as stars gather for ceremony

Chalamet and partner Kylie Jenner are among the stars attending the star-studded ceremony in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ecge2Mv

'Heist' at Forest boosts Liverpool's top-four hopes

Liverpool's late 1-0 win at Nottingham Forest puts the Reds firmly in the Champions League hunt after a "robbery" of a victory at the City Ground. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WqFc2ov

Red cards and poor home form - Chelsea 'set fire to points'

Chelsea have more red cards than any side in the Premier League this season, and boss Liam Rosenior says they have "set fire" to points. from BBC News https://ift.tt/517pLc0

Giant tortoises return to Galápagos island after nearly 200 years

The native species was driven to extinction by sailors in the 1800s. Now, 158 juvenile giant tortoises have been reintroduced to the island. from BBC News https://ift.tt/89ER0IK

Scotland battle back for Six Nations win over Wales

Scotland battle back to inflict a heartbreaking Six Nations defeat on Wales in a thrilling game in Cardiff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eHYLdOQ

'Like a dream' - Abraham relishing Villa return

Seven years since firing them into the Premier League, Tammy Abraham is back scoring goals at Aston Villa to keep their fans and players dreaming of glory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PVCcZ3S

Who are the winners and losers from F1 pre-season testing?

As pre-season testing reaches its conclusion, which teams look best - and worst - placed ahead of the Australian Grand Prix? from BBC News https://ift.tt/76h09Id

What happens next for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor?

The former prince was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and taken to a Norfolk police station for questioning on Thursday 19 February. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ySXxaAP

BGT dancer took own life after arrest, coroner rules

Kerri-Anne Donaldson's death followed her arrest on suspicion of child sex offending. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CyU72mn

Do not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK

The US president says "it will be a blight on our great ally" if the islands are handed over to Mauritius. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hr6xHnO

Game of Thrones play to open in the UK this summer

The stage prequel will be set 10 years before the events of the original books and TV series. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IM9yhNG

Iran security official appears to fire on crowd at cemetery

It happened as people gathered to commemorate those killed during the government’s brutal crackdown on protesters from BBC News https://ift.tt/9MUagl8

F1 moves to close loophole in new engine rules

Formula 1 bosses are moving towards a rule change that would close a loophole rivals believe Mercedes have exploited in the sport's new engine rules. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jMgnE3m

Police assessing Stansted Airport private flights over Epstein ties

Essex Police says it is assessing information in relation to private flights into and out of the airport. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NZ7Gvpu

Jesse Jackson: A life in pictures

A look back at the remarkable life of the US civil rights activist, who died on Tuesday aged 84. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nYkBReW

Police officer made to feel 'like walking disease' after HIV diagnosis awarded £40,000

The officer says he was made to feel like a “walking disease” and was asked intrusive questions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iUaPrxp

Five dogs rescued from mountain after falling through snow ledge

Aggie was one of five dogs that fell through a cornice near the summit of Fionn Bheinn. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vXJVREF

Australian IS families in Syria camp turned back after leaving for home

The group of 34 women and children with family links to Islamic State group have been held in the Roj camp for nearly seven years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/74nMPW2

League One Mansfield to host Arsenal in fifth round - full FA Cup draw

League One club Mansfield will host record 14-time winners Arsenal at Field Mill in the FA Cup fifth round, as Manchester City head to Newcastle in a repeat of the League Cup semi-final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pHl1s8u

Weston & Stoecker win GB's second gold of day

Matt Weston produced a stunning run to make more history in Cortina as he became the first Briton to win two gold medals at a Winter Olympics with a thrilling victory in the mixed team skeleton event alongside Tabitha Stoecker. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LKG9gcz

'India v Pakistan becoming a political rivalry rather than sporting one'

After weeks of debate about whether Pakistan's fixture against India would go ahead at the T20 World Cup, the action failed to deliver and it left the rivalry feeling more political than sporting. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KezF7v4

Weston and Stoecker make history as Team GB win third Olympic gold

Matt Weston and Tabby Stoecker make history as they claim gold in the mixed team skeleton at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Weston becomes the first Team GB athlete to win two gold medals in a single Winter Olympics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IjVC5hp

Rubio says US and Europe 'belong together' despite tensions

The US secretary of state reassures European leaders that the Trump administration backs the transatlantic alliance. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3Cp1JDS

Rejuvenated Scotland sweep England aside in stunning Calcutta Cup win

Rampant Scotland bounc back from Six Nations defeat to Italy a week ago to blow England away in a bonus-point win in a pulsating Calcutta Cup at a riotous Murrayfield. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d47vqJz

Former Foreign Office cat Palmerston dies in Bermuda

Larry the Cat, No 10's chief mouser, is among those paying tribute to his former rival. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0oDeYOw

From 'demoralising' 8-0 defeat to pushing Man City all the way

Thirteen months after being embarrassed 8-0 by Manchester City, Salford City produce a performance to make their fans proud. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0G7zxUd

Team GB's Weston leads the skeleton pack

Team GB's Matt Weston 'allows the sled to do the work' and leads in his third run of the men's skeleton. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HlPqLzt

Sir Jim Ratcliffe Says Sorry (To Some) For 'Colonised' Comments

And an update from Tehran. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EMH9qyv

Tesco plans to give under-18s Clubcard access this year

Consumer outlet Which? has been campaigning on access to loyalty schemes, calling it a "huge win for shoppers". from BBC News https://ift.tt/XwIKDAS

Former Daily Mail editor tells trial he stopped use of private investigators

Paul Dacre told the High Court he put the "shutters down" on unlawful newsgathering techniques. from BBC News https://ift.tt/n2MQLVE

Former Daily Mail editor tells hacking trial allegations are 'preposterous'

Paul Dacre told the High Court the claims that Daily Mail staff gathered information unlawfully are "inconceivable". from BBC News https://ift.tt/i9kRcVd

Pilot praised after crash-landing faulty Somali passenger plane on seashore

All 55 people on board survived after the plane failed to land on the runway near the shoreline. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X1jdhqa

Raducanu retires from Qatar match two days after losing final in Romania

Emma Raducanu retires from her first-round match at the Qatar Open, two days after her defeat in the final of the Transylvania Open. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZUWQlqz

Man City produce late comeback to beat Liverpool in chaotic finale

Erling Haaland's 93rd-minute penalty gives Manchester City a crucial comeback win over Liverpool, who end the game with 10 men as Dominik Szoboszlai is sent off in stoppage time at Anfield. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0s4pwmg

Man arrested for murder after student's death

The body of 19-year-old Carla Georgescu was found in student accommodation on Thursday, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jl8T5s4

Is 'unstoppable' Palmer in the World Cup picture?

By scoring a first-half hat-trick against Wolves on Saturday, Cole Palmer provided a timely reminder of his talent, putting himself firmly in the England conversation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FZrWPAO

Arundell scores hat-trick as England heap misery on Wales

A remorseless England pile misery and points on Wales as they began their hunt for a first Six Nations title since 2020. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WFZDVkr

Raducanu reaches first final since 2021 US Open triumph

Emma Raducanu digs deep to secure a gritty win over Oleksandra Oliynykova and reach her first final since her 2021 US Open triumph. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ruiVgPD

Quiz enters administration for third time

Some 109 jobs will be cut at the company's headquarters and distribution centre in Scotland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hZryaCO

Raducanu battles back from 5-0 down to beat Juvan

Great Britain's Emma Raducanu fights back from 5-0 down in the first set to beat Kaja Juvan at the Transylvania Open as compatriots Sonay Kartal and Katie Boulter also win. from BBC News https://ift.tt/h143Cqr

'The rebuild of myself' - Wilder opens up on mental health struggles

Former world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder opens up about his mental health struggles, and says he's now "at peace" before his fight against Derek Chisora on 4 April at London's O2 Arena. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xqIwsTL

Apology to mum of boy who died after falling in river

Xielo Maruziva fell into the River Soar, in the Aylestone area of Leicester, on 18 February 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WPfDZwb

Palace sign Strand Larsen in deal worth up to £48m

Crystal Palace sign striker Jorgen Strand Larsen from Wolves in a club record deal worth up to £48m. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ozn2PHq

Long delays, irate managers and mixed messages - is VAR bad for game?

More contentious VAR decisions in the Premier League have raised further questions on its effect on games as a spectacle. from BBC News https://ift.tt/x2wLYiU

Is Carrick proving Amorim's Man Utd tenure was a wasted year?

A third win in a row for Michael Carrick highlights the failures of Ruben Amorim's time at Manchester United from BBC News https://ift.tt/xQX7Lby