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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/FdLcwJo

Family home devastated after toy catches fire on Christmas Day

A mother says her two children are traumatised and warns of the dangers of rechargeable batteries. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qy0jEv2

Government to review 'information failures' in British-Egyptian activist case

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says she and Sir Keir Starmer were unaware of Alaa Abd El Fattah's "abhorrent" historical tweets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kG6Be1a

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/2nCqQaH

Calvert-Lewin earns draw for Leeds at Sunderland

Dominic Calvert-Lewin scores his seventh goal in six games for Leeds United to draw 1-1 with Sunderland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/epfT74u

'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/BATw3Ug

'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/QYbOL9V

'Such an easy game to ref' - Dyche 'stunned' by 'bizarre' VAR calls

Nottingham Forest manager Sean Dyche is critical of the officials over some "bizarre" decisions in his side's late 2-1 defeat by Manchester City. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4D5Xrcv

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/2pE4rBH

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/50Kcz4o

Family of man missing at sea pay tribute

The family of Matthew Upham have named him as one of the swimmers who went missing on Christmas Day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/snB4ziG

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/YzemvNh

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/PMoyD9T

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/7hqvUaR

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/Zvk9tBL

Eleven arrested over mass shooting in South Africa tavern

Preliminary investigations revealed the motive could be linked to illegal mining turf wars, police said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GhfLraP

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/HlwD9g1

Officials discover a million more documents potentially related to Epstein case

The US Department of Justice says reviewing the material could delay release by a "few more weeks". from BBC News https://ift.tt/2XuKQ90

Explosion hits packed mosque in Nigeria

Eyewitnesses say the blast happened as people were gathered for evening prayers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8k1x9vz

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/VeKTXv4

Why France's Kylian Mbappe had £1.3m ethics bonus in PSG contract

Paris St-Germain were told they must hand over a £1.3m "ethics bonus" to Kylian Mbappe as part of his court battle win - what are these payments? from BBC News https://ift.tt/m5VFLA1

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/AhJQuM0

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/I4lAZzK

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/1JGlaB7

'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/1MeqGbk

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/37ZY8HG

Engineer becomes first wheelchair user to go to space

"It was the coolest experience!" said Michaela Benthaus after the 10-minute Blue Origin flight. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CytInNE

Paul has titanium plates fitted after Joshua breaks jaw

Jake Paul's jaw is broken in two places by Anthony Joshua during their heavyweight fight in Miami. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7K6yuHf

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/CyOpB1Y

Foreign prison officers exempted from stricter visa rules

It follows warnings some jails were facing a staffing crisis after salary requirements were raised. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3OBpy8G

England staring at Ashes defeat after Australia dominate on day two

England's batters have another day to forget as Australia dominate with the ball on day two of the third Ashes Test, with the tourists closing on 213-8, still 158 runs behind Australia's first innings total of 371, with the home side closing in on an Ashes series victory with two matches to spare. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fL4ule3

How the Prem transfer market got hot

The intrigue and interest around player movements has exploded in recent weeks and could be a useful tool for engaging new fans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OiyWzZR

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/FImbQEs

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/oZjOc5q

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/0pCxSWy

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/LN0WwGU

Why are Wales' captains leaving for England?

BBC Sport Wales looks at why Wales' captains Jac Morgan and Dewi Lake are signing for Gloucester and the implications for Welsh rugby. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Hlsf28V

Man City favourites and Liverpool in trouble - how WSL stands at winter break

As the Women's Super League pauses for its winter break, BBC Sport looks at how the title race is shaping up - and who looks most likely to finish bottom come May. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sZBpxFN

'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/51GKbtZ

Man arrested and match postponed as non-league manager injured

A man is arrested after Potters Bar Town manager Sammy Moore is left requiring medical treatment following an altercation that led to the postponement of their match at Welling United. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BjOJTH8

'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/WTAMC9U

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/PeswhIt

Does Trump have a plan to reform healthcare in America?

And the president has doubled down on his criticism of Europe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/H4Fxt5A

Huge undersea wall dating from 5000 BC found in France

The 120 metre wall was either a fish-trap or a dyke for protection against rising sea-levels, archeologists believe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1cSXzKW

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/BcZNyva

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/5n7GEFa

Man charged after Bournemouth's Semenyo racially abused

The Bournemouth forward reported racial abuse during his side's Premier League game at Liverpool. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IbN1Z9Y

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/mFIrwbH

Asylum seekers, 17, sentenced for girl's rape

A judge has lifted reporting restrictions on naming the attackers, Jan Jahanzeb and Israr Niaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pOXzH1A

Nancy suffers nightmare debut as his Celtic challenge laid bare

BBC Scotland's Martin Dowden assesses Wilfried Nancy's first game in charge of Celtic as Hearts win at Parkhead. from BBC News https://ift.tt/E1oK8mF

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

After 585 days, and 34 Women's Super League games, Chelsea's unbeaten domestic league run is at an end - so is it now Manchester City's title to lose? from BBC News https://ift.tt/yp3obT6

Zelensky signals progress in talks with US on peace plan

The Ukrainian president says he is "determined" to continue working with US, as Russian strikes continue. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9CQe7Kk

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/7Usfltb

'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/gaAs2z4

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/daozx7k

Jamie's Italian to return six years after collapse

Jamie Oliver is relaunching his casual dining brand in the UK backed by the people behind Prezzo. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6Dw7RBN

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/AjR8uzQ

'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/8RoC01b

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/GUnoJfe

'Our only son' - Matthew Perry's parents want lengthy sentence for doctor who supplied ketamine

Dr Salvador Plasencia is the first of five people to be sentenced in the Friends star's overdose death. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Nmk3yos

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/IQHiZvG

Holly Willoughby fined £1,600 for careless driving

The TV presenter drove her Mini Cooper without due care and attention near her home in Richmond. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zdS1YGM

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/jayXBLE

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/DxIcJ3t

OBR head resigns over Budget day publishing error

The government's official forecaster inadvertently published a crucial Budget document early. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rV8d2B9