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New set-piece kings Liverpool can still achieve 'something beautiful'

Liverpool boosted their Champions League hopes with a 5-2 win against West Ham, helped by three goals from set-pieces in the first half. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T6UgrGn via IFTTT

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/P2YwL59 via IFTTT

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/FbYHwBX via IFTTT

The battle for Texas… can Democrats win it back from Trump?

Republican panic as voting starts in the Texas primaries from BBC News https://ift.tt/fVjSZW6 via IFTTT

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/Lz0NgQs via IFTTT

No 10 will have no say on which Mandelson papers are released

A committee of MPs and peers says the government has confirmed it will not overrule any decision to disclose files. from BBC News https://ift.tt/b2jY3EC via IFTTT

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

For years, conspiracists suggested former King Juan Carlos may have had some involvement in the coup attempt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ide5wmO via IFTTT

Man admits stealing Fabergé egg and watch worth £2m

Enzo Conticello stole a handbag, containing the items, in Soho, Southwark Crown Court hears. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MTIehal via IFTTT

Government relaunches green payment scheme for farmers after sudden closures

Long-awaited detail of funding for environmental farming schemes is announced at the NFU conference. from BBC News https://ift.tt/27uaiF0 via IFTTT

Draper makes winning return to tour after injury

British number one Jack Draper marks his post-injury return to action on the ATP Tour with a straight-set win over Frenchman Quentin Halys at the Dubai Tennis Championships. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jIeTu4l via IFTTT

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/nIX1SNy via IFTTT

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/MExyzva via IFTTT

'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/u4mRiDw via IFTTT

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/7hKnydR via IFTTT

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/Wsa0mUj via IFTTT

'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/qNGgsp0 via IFTTT

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/dHKiQLe via IFTTT

Met asks Andrew's protection officers what they saw or heard in Epstein inquiry

Officers will continue searching Andrew's former Windsor home until Monday, the BBC understands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Rw0sj1u via IFTTT

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/pivR0k6 via IFTTT

What we learned from the first trailer for the new Peaky Blinders film

The Immortal Man sees Cillian Murphy return as Tommy Shelby and meet his son, played by Barry Keoghan. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jGgKTqR via IFTTT

Farmer Tony Martin leaves £2.5m to 'loyal friend'

Martin, jailed in 2000 for the killing of a burglar, leaves his estate to a former pub landlady. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NflYsXg via IFTTT

Six athletes to compete under Russian flag at Paralympics

Six Russian and four Belarusian athletes will compete under their nations' flags at the upcoming Winter Paralympics. from BBC News https://ift.tt/91LxRz5 via IFTTT

'I bring a circus' - showman Fury in 'prime' for Makhmudov fight

Showman Tyson Fury says he is "coming back to make boxing great again" as he prepares to fight Russia's Arslanbek Makhmudov in April. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ybczFsd via IFTTT

Andrew's time as trade envoy should be investigated, says Vince Cable

The former prince's alleged actions were "totally unacceptable", the ex-business secretary says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/knM1ywg via IFTTT

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/hpiCtk1 via IFTTT

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/hpiCtk1 via IFTTT

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/bcenQSO via IFTTT

Rejuvenated Scotland sweep England aside in stunning Calcutta Cup win

Rampant Scotland bounce back from Six Nations defeat by Italy to blow England away in a bonus-point win in a pulsating Calcutta Cup at a riotous Murrayfield. from BBC News https://ift.tt/z5Y0A4r via IFTTT

Cuban cigar festival called off as US blockade worsens energy crisis

The annual aficionados' bonanza has been postponed until further notice as shortages affect international travel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6exOqT5 via IFTTT

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/35YP2Ac via IFTTT

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/PFaKHTR via IFTTT

Andrew facing claim he shared Treasury document with banking contact

Reports suggest the former prince shared a Treasury document when he was serving as trade envoy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/m0AFhXj via IFTTT

England to face Spain and Croatia in Nations League

England will face Spain, Croatia and the Czech Republic in the 2026-27 Uefa Nations League group stage, while Wales are drawn with holders Portugal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/79LGUja via IFTTT

England suffer disappointing defeat by West Indies

England's batters put in a disappointing display as they lose by 30 runs to West Indies in their second match of the T20 World Cup. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RpvPqN1 via IFTTT

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/IjZHAPD via IFTTT

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/p0fFDnC via IFTTT

Man City produce late come back to beat Liverpool in chaotic clash

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/Ul5fBCO via IFTTT

Ireland let Sri Lanka off the hook at World Cup

Ireland cannot overcome a host of errors in the field as they fall 20 runs short of co-hosts Sri Lanka in their World Cup opener. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ruZ62mG via IFTTT

Boulter seals fourth WTA title with Ostrava Open win

Britain's Katie Boulter claims her fourth WTA Tour title with a three-set victory against Tamara Korpatsch at the Ostrava Open on Saturday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9dEtQn5 via IFTTT

'Why be normal, when you can be the best?' - Zlatan opens Winter Olympics

Former AC Milan and Sweden footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic opens the 2026 Winter Olympic Games for the BBC, as he explains what it takes to become "a champion in Milan." from BBC News https://ift.tt/Yk3Bv7F via IFTTT

US and Iran agree to hold nuclear talks in Oman on Friday

The talks had appeared to be in jeopardy, with the two countries at odds over the location and parameters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pJ1RvWt via IFTTT

Mouat and Dodds get Team GB off to winning start

Bruce Mouat and Jen Dodds overcome a power cut and the loss of the first end to get Team GB's Winter Olympics off to a winning start in the mixed doubles curling against Norway. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oIYdfzU via IFTTT

'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/daAuTbv via IFTTT

Gazans returning through Rafah crossing describe checks by Palestinian militia

One Palestinian woman said members of the Israel-linked militia searched them and their belongings at an Israeli checkpoint inside Gaza. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ElcJWgI via IFTTT

Chelsea and Strasbourg swap defenders on deadline day

Chelsea recall Mamadou Sarr from Strasbourg, with Aaron Anselmino to move in the opposite direction. from BBC News https://ift.tt/StwzR9u via IFTTT

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/MPDzltp via IFTTT

Banton whacks England to victory over Sri Lanka

Tom Banton hits an unbeaten half-century as England pull off a brilliant DLS chase to beat Sri Lanka by six wickets in the second T20 international. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xASBp13 via IFTTT