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Usyk opponent Verhoeven 'not a normal man' - Hearn

Promoter Eddie Hearn says novice Rico Verhoeven has a "mountain to climb" against Oleksandr Usyk but described the challenger as "not a normal man". from BBC News https://ift.tt/ycfEqVS

Hamilton says he has no plans to retire from F1

Lewis Hamilton says he has no thoughts about stopping racing in Formula 1 and insists he will "be here for quite some time". from BBC News https://ift.tt/exuocZF

Has The UK Softened Russia Oil Sanctions?

And fuel duty freeze extended to the end of the year from BBC News https://ift.tt/nND4AlM

Backlash over Department for Education videos with Gemma Collins

The education secretary defends videos starring The Only Way Is Essex star promoting post-16 education. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CRb5178

The £100Bn HS2 Debacle

HS2 could now cost over £100bn, but government vows to deliver project “to completion”. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5tn9rab

Man City's Shaw wins WSL Player of the Season

Manchester City striker Khadija Shaw wins the WSL Football's Player of the Season and Golden Boot awards at a ceremony in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0sJPiqO

Americanswers... on 5 Live! Has Zohran Mamdani achieved a miracle in New York?

The new mayor says he’s rescued NYC from its budget crisis from BBC News https://ift.tt/ApG7NIW

London mayor warning over northern Olympic bid

The government has commissioned UK Sport to conduct an "initial strategic assessment" into a potential bid for the north of England to host the Olympics and Paralympics in the 2040s. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9TrWHi4

Osula stars as Newcastle increase West Ham's relegation worries

William Osula scores twice as Newcastle soundly defeat West Ham United 3-1, to leave Nuno Espirito Santo's side on the brink of relegation from the Premier League. from BBC News https://ift.tt/neXp1Dc

From non-league to FA Cup hero - Semenyo caps rise with 'incredible' goal

The FA Cup tends to produce fairytale stories and Antoine Semenyo's sensational winning goal in this season's final provided the latest in chapter in the storied history of the world's oldest cup competition. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8xhYU2E

Sportscene: Premiership Highlights

Highlights from the final day of the Scottish Premiership top six. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g0mIjYH

US to seek death penalty for suspect in killing of Israeli embassy staff members

The US government alleges that Elias Rodriguez shot and killed a young Jewish couple at an event in Washington last May. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SiTgJde

Man City beat rivals Man Utd to win FA Youth Cup

Reigan Heskey smashes home a late winner as Manchester City claim bragging rights over Manchester United by winning the FA Youth Cup for the fifth time. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4IqTA9b

Listen: 5 Live Sport - The Making of Jannik Sinner

BBC Sport has travelled across Italy to tell the Jannik Sinner story. from BBC News https://ift.tt/A3JwrEc

Journalists scramble as gunshots sound in Philippine senate

Rounds of gunfire were heard but officials have not revealed who fired the shots. from BBC News https://ift.tt/phNSQP3

Starmer Says He’s Staying

Starmer vows to fight on despite another day of pressure from his party to quit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I5xowQi

Refs' chief Webb confirms grappling consultation

Disallowing West Ham's last-ditch equaliser against Arsenal on Sunday was the right decision, referees' chief Howard Webb says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3r2HpVY

Man admits assaulting three Jewish people

Two men, aged 58 and 26, and a 53-year-old woman were left with minor injuries, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7zZQSqi

Labour MPs Move Against Starmer

The number of Labour MPs calling for the prime minister to go increases. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3ps7kFb

Celtic eye own fairytale as Hearts' story continues to captivate

Celtic have taken care of Rangers and are coming for Hearts. Can Derek McInnes' side hold them off in the final days of a tumultuous campaign? from BBC News https://ift.tt/xLdsFSB

Man charged as three Jewish people assaulted

Two men, aged 58 and 26, and a 53-year-old woman were left with minor injuries from the attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/O0bNYf7

Four-try Packer 'doesn't go away' as England set up Grand Slam decider

Four-try veteran flanker Marlie Packer "doesn't go away" as she eyes a fitting England finale in Bordeaux's Women's Six Nations Grand Slam decider. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NusGC6n

Arteta rallies Arsenal for huge Premier League weekend

As the Premier League title race nears its conclusion, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta tells his players and the Gunners fans to "stay present and live the moment". from BBC News https://ift.tt/M8PIDJS

Valverde taken to hospital after alleged incident with Tchouameni

An incident involving team-mates Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni threatens to overshadow one of Real Madrid's biggest matches of the season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xkwmtDu

Neymar apologises for slapping teenager Robinho Jr

Neymar apologises to his Santos team-mate Robinho Jr for slapping the teenager during a training session on Sunday, saying he "crossed the line". from BBC News https://ift.tt/bvVatuP

'In a better place but not 100%' - Raducanu out of Rome as wait for return continues

Britain's Emma Raducanu withdraws from the Italian Open because of the post-viral illness that has kept her off the WTA Tour for two months. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8foXLwe

Bank of Dave star spots Warburtons fire from helicopter

Dave Fishwick was flying over Burnley in his helicopter when he spotted the fire at the bread factory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZL5Pv0m

What Champions League failure means for 'broken club' Chelsea

After a sixth-straight league loss, Chelsea are almost certain to miss out on Champions League qualification - a bitter blow which is likely to have far‑reaching consequences. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4M9OwcC

Antonelli wins in Miami to extend title lead

Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli holds off Lando Norris in a race-long battle to win the Miami Grand Prix and take a commanding championship lead. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RI97wPK

Three die after virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship

The World Health Organization said one case of hantavirus infection has been confirmed, with five more suspected cases under investigation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/69pgYQK

Woodwork woe and a Spurs lifeline - West Ham suffer in survival fight

Tottenham were the biggest winners as fellow Premier League strugglers West Ham hit the woodwork four times in their 3-0 defeat at Brentford. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FvxCWIl

Brentford flying - but will sixth be good enough for Champions League?

Many predicted Brentford to go down. Instead they are on the cusp of securing European football next season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sHv9jVa

Is the UK heading for another drought this summer?

Has a very dry April sparked concerns of another drought in some parts of the UK this summer? Sarah Keith-Lucas looks at the current situation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EjQWCzT

Trump tells Congress ceasefire means he does not need their approval for Iran war

The president writes that hostilities "have terminated" because of the ceasefire, arguing he does not need congressional authorisation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gn9mXbp

French PM fuels row with trip to buy baguettes

Sébastien Lecornu visited a boulangerie on Labour Day, defying unions who say 1 May must remain a mandatory rest day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XUWljc9