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Watch: Underwater chess champions compete for world title

Using weighted pieces and magnetic boards, players of the hybrid sport must complete each move in one breath. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xzA0UEK

Hundreds of thousands mourn Bangladesh's ex-PM at state funeral

A sea of mourners have gathered in Dhaka to pay final respects to Khaleda Zia, who died on Tuesday aged 80. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RkVvbF7

How South Africa conquered Test cricket in 2025

BBC Sport reflects on a stellar year for South Africa which threatens to be overshadowed by a lack of home Test cricket. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qG2zHIM

Octopus Energy to spin off $8.65bn tech arm Kraken

The energy firm sells a $1bn stake in its technology arm Kraken, paving the way for its demerger. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xrBwnYS

Thailand accuses Cambodia of breaking newly signed ceasefire deal

The ceasefire took effect at noon local time (05:00 GMT) on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o7lxvuV

Kate Bush 'heartbroken' over friend missing at sea

Matthew Upham and another man went missing in the sea in Devon on Christmas Day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cUPoVFX

'Life after loss': How TikTok helped me when my newborn died

Maddie Biggs opens up about her experience of losing her newborn son and navigating grief. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o4eX7bR

Family cremates wrong body after hospital mistake

The Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow has apologised and launched an investigation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IdnWruH

'MCG pitch would get hell if produced elsewhere'

Captain Ben Stokes says there would be "hell on" if the Melbourne pitch upon which his England team beat Australia inside two days had been produced in another part of the world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jwpV8CL

Jokic breaks Curry record in historic triple-double

Three-time MVP Nikola Jokic breaks nine-year Steph Curry record in the Denver Nuggets' win against the Minnesota Timberwolves. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7io2RA5

Three arrests after fatal tractor crash near farm

Two men and a woman have been questioned by police over the crash in Blankney on 16 December. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Fo5BM94

Redknapp runner among King George contenders

Fact To File, Gaelic Warrior and Harry Redknapp's The Jukebox Man head the confirmations for the King George VI Chase at Kempton on Boxing Day. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EXYAR3M

No spinner for Australia on 'grassy' MCG pitch

Australia will not play a spinner in the Boxing Day Test on a Melbourne pitch stand-in captain Steve Smith described as “quite furry, quite green”. from BBC News https://ift.tt/y53fYXl

Border villagers abducted and taken to Russia, says Ukraine

Ukraine has tried to evacuate areas of Sumy region near the Russian border, but many civilians have refused to leave. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ehnwK0z

Isak facing two months out after 'reckless' tackle - Slot

Liverpool manager Arne Slot says Alexander Isak faces "a couple of months" out injured after a "reckless" challenge by Tottenham defender Micky van de Ven. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nU7tp2q

TV presenter used to dread Christmas Day with her abusive ex

Weather presenter Ruth Dodsworth says the festive season can be misery for domestic abuse victims. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qQ0ZgtG

New Zealand openers break Test records against WI

New Zealand's Tom Latham and Devon Conway become the first openers in Test history to score centuries in both innings as the Kiwis set the West Indies a record 462-run chase for victory. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CJLbHjd

Joshua and Paul earn riches but deliver budget sporting spectacle

Anthony Joshua earns one of the biggest paydays of his career - but where does his victory over Jake Paul leave both fighters and boxing? from BBC News https://ift.tt/wTUWJvH

Crawley not aware of Stokes' 'weak men' comments

Opener Zak Crawley suggests he was not aware of comments made by Ben Stokes when the England captain said his dressing room is "not a place for weak men". from BBC News https://ift.tt/tBY3r8V

Man City links '100% speculation', says Maresca

Reports suggesting Enzo Maresca is the potential successor to Pep Guardiola at Manchester City are "100% speculation", the Chelsea boss says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RFXKwvV

A 'novice' who can 'punch a bit' - how good is Paul?

BBC Sport takes a look inside Jake Paul’s camp and assesses his boxing ability before Friday's fight with Anthony Joshua in Miami. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aMuEXGT

Antonelli goes incognito at Milton Keynes go-kart race

The driver gets two penalty points but manages to clock the fastest lap of the session. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mOPrc0u

Portuguese GP to return to F1 calendar in 2027

Portugal will return to the F1 calendar in 2027 and 2028, with a race held at the Algarve International Circuit near Portimao. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LsZ5Mwd

Ofcom investigates BT and Three for failing to connect 999 calls

The companies have been fined in the past over outages leaving customers unable to call emergency services. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3DhvGeK

There are more victims NHS child abuse probe, police say

Probe into historical abuse at former units in Sussex could lead to more alleged victims coming forward. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LF0DAQ4

'Statement' Toulouse win 'means the world' to Glasgow

Glasgow Warriors' stunning comeback victory over Toulouse in the Investec Champions Cup will do wonders for their confidence, says fly-half Adam Hastings. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jRyK03A

Frustrated Messi fans throw chairs and bottles at India stadium event

The Inter Miami and Argentina forward is in India for his 'GOAT tour', taking in events in Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai and New Delhi. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s10QNyF

Police investigate after £4.6m college sold for £1

Peterborough City Council officers have concerns over the sale of a building used by City College. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MrDehRF

Nationwide fined £44m for 'ineffective' crime controls

The building society failed to monitor its customers' activity effectively between 2016 and 2021, the regulator says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/967bQDe

Plea after girl, 13, died copying social media trend

Sonia Hopkin says her daughter had been trying to replicate videos she had seen on TikTok. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IYOErgb

Four decisions for England before third Ashes Test

England are at the point of no return in the Ashes - Stephan Shemilt looks at some of their key decisions for the crucial third Test against Australia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4q7NfZy

BBC to show Scotland's first World Cup game since 1998

The BBC will broadcast Scotland's first World Cup match since 1998, when they take on Haiti on 14 June, plus their final group match against Brazil and England's group match against Ghana. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CNyBYx9

'My dad abused 130 boys - learning the truth was horrifying'

The daughter of serial abuser John Smyth says time has not diminished the "horror" of his actions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nW2Xy1z

Gran punched by pregnant attacker at funeral disgusted at sentence

Danielle Oliver was given a suspended sentence for her assault on Belinda Stickland, 65, at a wake. from BBC News https://ift.tt/baN58cE

I lost £13k after my second-hand EV turned out to be a clone car

Sevak Maljian says he carried out all recommended checks when buying a used car. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BiodRmP

Watch: Syrians share their thoughts one year on from the fall of Assad

The BBC's Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega speaks to Syrians about how life has changed since the revolution. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TprYOQu

Ashes player ratings: Who may be wilting under the pressure?

Chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt marks the performances of the Australia and England teams after the second Test in Brisbane. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZoJXFYf

'He can't believe what he's done!' - Pope caught & bowled

Ollie Pope is dismissed for 26, gifting a simple catch to Michael Neser as England fall to 90-2 on day three of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane. from BBC News https://ift.tt/c4YLds5

Charities welcome new law banning puppy smuggling

But some are worried that the ban will have consequences for rare dog breeders and those who rescue dogs from overseas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nlQoGkd

'Always in my mind to start' - Slot on Salah

Liverpool boss Arne Slot says Mohamed Salah is 'always in my mind to start' after the Egypt forward was left out of the last two starting line-ups. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VSZdiWp

Residents remain out of 200 homes in major incident

Two people were arrested on Thursday before 200 homes were evacuated. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KlfoJO2

'I feared failure' - why Savage left club that 'saved' him

Four years on from film crews witnessing Macclesfield FC's rise from the ashes, a new documentary follows Robbie Savage as he takes over as manager at the club he helped to create. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3agIf6w

England and Wales in same 2027 World Cup group

England and Wales are paired up in the pool stages at the 2027 Rugby World Cup, with Scotland and Ireland also drawn together. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UGqT8R2

Raducanu 'isn't hiding any more' after stalking ordeal

Emma Raducanu is now comfortable travelling by public transport and does not feel she is "hiding from anything any more" after her stalking ordeal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lDwZeWN

Charli XCX and Raye to headline Reading and Leeds Festival 2026

It is the first time in 25 years the top of the festival bill will be exclusively British and Irish acts. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MPFfCnr

England can hit Australia with pace again - Carse

Brydon Carse believes England can once again hit Australia with pace in the second Ashes Test in Brisbane, despite the expected absence of Mark Wood. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HR9pulU