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.

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A 'delicate' balance for Canada and a 'win-win' for Modi as Carney visits India

The two countries are repairing a strained relationship as they also seek to reduce their trade reliance on the US.

February 28, 2026 at 05:03AM from BBC News https://ift.tt/Jyw7er0

Usyk to defend title against kickboxer in Egypt

Oleksandr Usyk will return to the ring in May when he defends his WBC heavyweight title against former kickboxing champion Rico Verhoeven at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt.

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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.

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Nasa announces change to its Moon landing plans

It is adding an extra mission to its Artemis programme before landing astronauts on the Moon.

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Trump's big, long, State of the Union speech

Can the president’s record breaking speech change voters’ minds ahead of the midterms?

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Will The US Attack Iran?

US-Iran talks continue but what will Trump do?

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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.

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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.

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Ramaphosa thanks Putin for release of South Africans lured into Russia-Ukraine war

The men believed they were going to Russia for training as bodyguards but ended up on the front line.

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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.

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'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.

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Armed man killed after entering secure perimeter of Trump's residence, Secret Service says

The suspect was carrying a shotgun and fuel can when he was killed, officers said. Trump was in Washington DC at the time.

February 22, 2026 at 10:32PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/PGzMZtg

'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.

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Giant tortoises return to Galápagos island after nearly 200 years

The native species was driven to extinction by sailors in the 1800s. Now, 158 juvenile giant tortoises have been reintroduced to the island.

February 21, 2026 at 11:32PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/S56xEma

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?

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What happens next for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor?

The former prince was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and taken to a Norfolk police station for questioning on Thursday 19 February.

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BGT dancer took own life after arrest, coroner rules

Kerri-Anne Donaldson's death followed her arrest on suspicion of child sex offending.

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US-Iran tension: Why Tehran may choose confrontation over 'surrender'

The Iranian leadership is weighing up whether resisting US demands is the best option for its survival.

February 19, 2026 at 11:26PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/2YVRzsy

F1 moves to close loophole in new engine rules

Formula 1 bosses are moving towards a rule change that would close a loophole rivals believe Mercedes have exploited in the sport's new engine rules.

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I would scream in my sleep: Women from Syria's Alawite minority tell of kidnap and rape

The BBC hears harrowing accounts of assaults appearing to target the sect of former President Assad.

February 18, 2026 at 05:20AM from BBC News https://ift.tt/FYirV8p

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.

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Family of Zambia's ex-President Lungu dismiss poisoning allegation - lawyers

It is the latest twist over the fate of Lungu's body, which remains in a South African morgue since his death.

February 17, 2026 at 10:04PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/J86FdmI

Actor Robert Duvall, who starred in The Godfather, dies aged 95

The Oscar-winner died "peacefully" at his home in Middleburg, Virginia, on Sunday, his family says.

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How Robert Duvall became a Hollywood great

A look at the life of the prolific actor whose many films included Apocalypse Now and The Godfather.

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League One Mansfield to host Arsenal in fifth round - full FA Cup draw

League One club Mansfield will host record 14-time winners Arsenal at Field Mill in the FA Cup fifth round, as Manchester City head to Newcastle in a repeat of the League Cup semi-final.

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'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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

February 14, 2026 at 11:04PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/40UQHw6

'Canadians are with you,' says PM at Tumbler Ridge vigil

The Canadian prime minister attended a vigil with federal leaders and paid tribute to the eight victims.

February 14, 2026 at 10:17AM from BBC News https://ift.tt/UpQvGRC

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.

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Leak damages 19th Century painting in latest Louvre setback

A catalogue of incidents at the world's most visited museum have placed museum bosses come under increasing scrutiny.

February 13, 2026 at 08:06PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/35wDp2Q

Tesco plans to give under-18s Clubcard access this year

Consumer outlet Which? has been campaigning on access to loyalty schemes, calling it a "huge win for shoppers".

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Kenya's border with Somalia set to re-open after almost 15 years

Somali Islamist militant group al-Shabab has staged several attacks in Kenya, prompting the border to be closed.

February 12, 2026 at 11:34PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/HVEmzlD

Former Daily Mail editor tells trial he stopped use of private investigators

Paul Dacre told the High Court he put the "shutters down" on unlawful newsgathering techniques.

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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.

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Venezuelan opposition politician under house arrest after kidnap, son says

Juan Pablo Guanipa was recaptured by Venezuela's security forces on Sunday, hours after he and other political prisoners were freed.

February 10, 2026 at 11:07PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/bxPHGao

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.

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No big names. No big budget. But Heated Rivalry is a big hit

The made-on-a-shoe-string, Canadian-produced series is taking the world by storm.

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Man arrested for murder after student's death

The body of 19-year-old Carla Georgescu was found in student accommodation on Thursday, police say.

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Arundell scores hat-trick as England heap misery on Wales

A remorseless England pile misery and points on Wales as they began their hunt for a first Six Nations title since 2020.

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'I don't want to imagine what happened' - Shock and disbelief in area Nancy Guthrie went missing

The disappearance of the 84-year-old mother of news anchor Savannah Guthrie has left a community searching for clues and hoping for her safe return.

February 07, 2026 at 09:23PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/h7s8eZA

'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."

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Coin portrait of late Queen draws criticism in Australia

The Royal Australian Mint has defended the design of the coins, which mark 100 years since Queen Elizabeth II's birth.

February 06, 2026 at 04:53PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/RwaAHe9

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.

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Israeli intelligence chief's brother charged with smuggling cigarettes into Gaza

Bezalel Zini, an Israeli military reservist on active duty, is accused of smuggling 14 cartons of cigarettes in exchange for $117,000.

February 05, 2026 at 10:58PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/BwJkFdT

'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.

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How plans for Trump International hotel in Belgrade unravelled

The project would have built on the ruins of the defence ministry bombed by Nato back in 1999.

February 04, 2026 at 11:14PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/CtD1nap

Apology to mum of boy who died after falling in river

Xielo Maruziva fell into the River Soar, in the Aylestone area of Leicester, on 18 February 2024.

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US says it shot down Iranian drone flying towards aircraft carrier

A US military spokesman says the drone was shot down while approaching an American vessel in the Arabian Sea.

February 03, 2026 at 11:45PM from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZCtn0ix

Palace sign Strand Larsen in deal worth up to £48m

Crystal Palace sign striker Jorgen Strand Larsen from Wolves in a club record deal worth up to £48m.

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Teenager dies from Swiss bar fire injuries, bringing death toll to 41

The 18-year-old Swiss national died at a hospital in Zurich, the local prosecutor said.

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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.

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