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Centuries-old ring found 'gleaming in the sunshine'

Metal detectorist Malcom Weale says he "did a bit of a dance" after finding a gold mourning ring. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4DbYL3p

Rik Mayall festival pays tribute to 'unique' talent

Mayall performed in The Young Ones, Blackadder, Bottom and The New Statesman before his death in 2014. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YukmrzT

Amorim's blunt approach will benefit Man Utd - De Ligt

Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt welcomes Ruben Amorim's blunt approach and feels it will benefit the club. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FKfk0HC

Overton out of West Indies ODIs with broken finger

Fast bowler Jamie Overton is ruled out of England's remaining two ODIs against West Indies with a broken finger. from BBC News https://ift.tt/P7wCaul

Suspect appears in court over Liverpool parade crash

The 53-year-old faces seven charges, two involving children after the crash on Monday night from BBC News https://ift.tt/5U8Z2vm

'Iconic' sausage roll to star at Madame Tussauds

The 'iconic' roll is the first food item to go on display in its own right at Madame Tussauds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IQ4p2tZ

Bath's Underhill to miss Premiership play-offs with ban

Sam Underhill will miss rest of Bath's season after collision with Lyon's Davit Niniashvili during European Challenge Cup final victory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bfNy1u0

'Chapter over'- is Ronaldo set for Club World Cup?

Cristiano Ronaldo suggests his Al-Nassr career is over in a cryptic social media post following their final game of the season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/liqVAJx

Ex-Man Utd manager Ten Hag named Leverkusen boss

Former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag signs a two-year contract to succeed Xabi Alonso as Bayer Leverkusen head coach. from BBC News https://ift.tt/54Sidxf

County reserve is England's 'special talent' - Bashir tweaks pay off

Despite not being able to get a game for his county, England spinner Shoaib Bashir puts doubts over his place "to bed". from BBC News https://ift.tt/BFmnHav

Robbery gang guilty of Kim Kardashian heist in Paris

The robbers have been given jail time for stealing millions of dollars' worth of jewellery belonging to the US celebrity. from BBC News https://ift.tt/R8XGl7S

Klopp 'turned off TV' after hearing Alexander-Arnold boos

Former Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says he "turned off the television" when he heard supporters booing defender Trent Alexander-Arnold. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m4Y7nXe

Daily Telegraph to be sold to US firm RedBird

The American company agrees a deal to buy the Daily and Sunday Telegraph newspapers after a two-year ownership vacuum. from BBC News https://ift.tt/So5MUNi

A blue and red blur in the most purple of patches - rugby's boy king Bielle-Biarrey

Bordeaux star Louis Bielle-Biarrey went from unremarkable teenage fly-half to the most prolific wing in world rugby in a handful of years from BBC News https://ift.tt/PrGMY25

Fans at Tottenham's stadium celebrate Europa League triumph

Tottenham fans at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium celebrate on the pitch after their team win the Europa League by beating Manchester United 1-0 in Bilbao. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bfGF2E5

Most Test wickets this year - the 6ft 8in pace bowler with England in his sights

Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani may have a permanent smile on his face, but he will pose a serious threat to England at Trent Bridge this week, writes Stephan Shemilt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ykGzvgm

Black girls being failed by sport, report says

Sport leaders are urged to make changes to help black girls stay in sport in a new report from the charity Women in Sport. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NvyU2bJ

Ex-England full-back Brown to retire at end of season

Former England international Mike Brown announces his retirement from rugby at the end of the season with a message for the sport's rulers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9Uv0GXQ

Pick your combined Tottenham-Man Utd XI

The Europa League final takes place on Wednesday as Tottenham face Manchester United in Bilbao. Who would make your combined XI from the two sides? from BBC News https://ift.tt/Lct8Qub

Can Hibs hold off Rangers to win most surprising title in Britain?

BBC Sport Scotland commentator Thomas Duncan assesses whether Hibernian can best treble-chasing Rangers to win one of the most surprising titles in Britain this season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JhPxkvc

The FA Cup

Can Crystal Palace beat seven-time winners Manchester City to claim their first FA Cup? from BBC News https://ift.tt/zXNLdsu

Second charge over Chris Brown club disturbance

The R&B star and a second man have both been charged over an alleged assault at a London nightclub. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gMokqes

Who was Valeria Marquez, the Mexican influencer killed live on TikTok?

Prosecutors say they are treating the killing of 23-year-old Valeria Marquez as a femicide. from BBC News https://ift.tt/smNoRV0

Chris Brown charged over alleged London nightclub assault

The 36-year-old remains in custody and is due to appear before Manchester Magistrates' Court on Friday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/g5Cs12a

The scuba diving keeper who has filled Earps' gloves at Man Utd

"She is on a trajectory to be the best in the world, I have no doubt about that." The rise of Manchester United goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uckdTR1

Human rights groups warn of 'surge' in migrant worker deaths in Saudi Arabia

Workers are already dying from preventable workplace accidents as the country prepares to host the 2034 World Cup, reports say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I5r4ROP

No leading Rangers candidate amid Davide Ancelotti link

Rangers have not as yet established a leading candidate for the manager's role, amid reports Davide Ancelotti will be appointed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/C9hABjf

Pop duo Milli Vanilli and their lip-syncing scandal

The untold story surrounding the pop duo Milli Vanilli and their lip-syncing scandal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Etpufhk

Beckham tells Minnesota United to 'show a little respect'

Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham calls on Minnesota United to "show a little respect". from BBC News https://ift.tt/fgqMeEL

Baby Reindeer and Mr Bates to compete at TV Baftas

Rivals and Slow Horses are also nominated at the ceremony, which will be hosted by Alan Cumming. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IrWZtcp

Sorensen-McGee, 18, scores twice on Black Ferns debut

Teenager Braxton Sorensen-McGee scores two tries on her Test debut as New Zealand open their Pacific Four Series campaign with a 38-12 win over Australia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/PbdcXFn

Chelsea fans asked for evidence over safety concerns

Chelsea fans are asked to submit evidence to support concerns over their safety at Thursday's Conference League semi-final after Djurgarden fans had tickets for home sections of Stamford Bridge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KnMQSXu

Raducanu & Norrie claim Rome wins as Boulter beaten

Emma Raducanu and Cameron Norrie win their first-round matches at the Italian Open in Rome but Katie Boulter suffers defeat in Rome. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FA5Bq1Y

PSG beat Arsenal in Paris to reach Champions League final

Watch highlights as Paris Saint-Germain beat Arsenal 2-1 on the night and 3-1 on aggregate to reach the Champions League final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aBxIcNo

Act now to win back Red Wall voters, Labour MPs say

The call from MPs in northern England and the Midlands comes after a disastrous set of local election results. from BBC News https://ift.tt/i2MYlPH

Smokey Robinson accused of sexual assault by four women

The Motown legend is being sued for $50m by four women who accuse him of sexual assault and rape. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7udyLvB

Video shows 'very chill' wild beaver after 400-year absence

Naturalist Iolo Williams said the clear sighting was one of the best things he had ever witnessed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t9YOKTW

How Draper has become a force on clay - Second Serve

Jack Draper's progression into a clay-court contender and Jannik Sinner's return head up your weekly tennis round-up. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9H4FIcG

Polygamy and pageantry on display at a mass wedding in South Africa

"He is a God [who approves] of polygamy," rang out as a congregation celebrated 55 marriages over Easter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vc9AQnp

Cyclist completes 16,250 miles 'dream' ride across the world

Nathan Hurley has ridden 16,250 miles (26,000km) across 26 countries from Wales to Australia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wJdh9Hu

How family's garden centre blossomed over 70 years

The family business is celebrating seven decades, but it has not always been rosy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r0BL7OE

Chris Mason: Fireworks for Reform as Labour and Tories write election post-mortems

Senior Reform figures believe the primary driving motivation behind their surge is betrayal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iEXvHVs

Mum 'embarrassed' by airline staff over breast milk charge

A woman has asked for EasyJet to show "more kindness" after trying to charge her to carry on breast milk. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YcTMvLy

Why more than £100m rests on Man Utd winning Europa League

If Manchester United do not win the Europa League, what is the cost to the club on missing out on Champions League income again? from BBC News https://ift.tt/MmZGsfe