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The Fluminense history maker, 44, with his eyes on Peter Shilton

Fluminense goalkeeper Fabio has helped his side into the Club World Cup quarter-final as he eyes Peter Shilton's appearance world record.

Most Britons in a generation - home stars set for Wimbledon

Wimbledon starts on Monday with 23 British players in the men's and women's singles - the most since 1984. Find out who's playing and why so many Britons are competing.

I feel like I've been gaslit - like the life I had before the war was made up

The private thoughts and reflections of a young woman whose life has altered course.

What a night in Glasto's 'Naughty Corner' looks like

Over 20 years, Glastonbury has expanded its after-hours offering for those who dare brave it.

We've got the right balance, says PM after benefits U-turn

The prime minister has made concessions on his welfare bill after an angry response from 120 of his own MPs.

Glastonbury: The 1975 deliver a polished, but safe headline slot

The indie band deliver the hits - while Alanis Morisette, PinkPantheress and Wet Leg also impress.c

'It's a long, long time since we played like that' - are Man City back?

The Club World Cup may have had a lukewarm reception in some parts, but Manchester City did their best to kindle interest with a statement victory over Juventus on Thursday.

World's oldest boomerang doesn't actually come back

The 40,000-year-old boomerang was made with an astonishing level of skill and ingenuity, say scientists.

When Iran's Supreme Leader emerges from hiding he will find a very different nation

The war has left the country significantly weakened - and left Ayatollah Ali Khamenei a diminished leader

Seven people charged after Palestine Action protest

Police made 13 arrests for offences, including assaulting an emergency worker, at the London protest on Monday.

Man accused of hiring £1,500 'hitman' to kill wife

Paul Lewis, 54, and Dominique Saunders, 35, deny conspiracy to murder at Swansea Crown Court

Dog-sized dinosaur that ran around feet of giants discovered

The dinosaur was mislabelled and misunderstood - but scientists now realise how special it is.

Heatwave over - but temperatures set to soar again in parts of UK

After last week's heatwave, temperatures have dropped a bit but the heat is likely to start to build again by the end of the week.

The Papers: 'Iran vows revenge' and 'Stick it up your bunker'

US strikes on nuclear sites in Iran dominate Monday's front pages.

How China made electric vehicles mainstream

The world's second largest economy is both the biggest producer and buyer of EVs.

'Everyone's been caning me - it's 1-1 now' - Bellingham rivalry is on

A day after Jobe Bellingham scored his first goal for Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund, older brother Jude rescued Real Madrid with a strike of his own.

England's Fleetwood takes lead as he hunts first PGA Tour win

England's Tommy Fleetwood will take a three-shot lead into the final round of the Travelers Championship.

'Stupid, stupid, stupid' – Jackson opens door for Delap

Nicolas Jackson's red card at the Club World Cup has presented new signing Liam Delap with a free run at the starting berth in the Chelsea attack.

Serpents to saints: The fascinating journey of India's spiritual art

A new exhibition at the British Museum in London traces the stunning evolution of India's devotional art through 189 objects. c

Weekly quiz: What's the one-letter codename for MI6's new spy chief?

How much attention did you pay to what's being going on in the world over the past seven days?

'Don't know how I'm still standing' - Alcaraz advances at Queen's

Carlos Alcaraz says he "does not know how I'm still standing here" after battling past Jaume Munar to reach the Queen's quarter-finals.

'Trump keeps world waiting' and 'ArmageDon'

Speculation over whether Donald Trump will join the conflict in the Middle East dominates Thursday's papers.

England U21s 'shell-shocked' during Euros loss - Carsley

Lee Carsley says his England Under-21 side were "shell-shocked" during their 2-1 Euros defeat by Germany.

'The abuse never stops' - Lionesses to avoid social media

Alessia Russo and some of her England team-mates will not use social media during Euro 2025 because online abuse can be "really damaging."

WhatsApp to start showing more adverts in messaging app

People who link their WhatsApp account to Facebook or Instagram will see personalised ads.

Sudan in danger of self-destructing as conflict and famine reign

The war is in strategic stalemate, but Sudan is no-one's priority - an orphan in a region that is ablaze.

Big Zuu and Tevez shine as Soccer Aid raises £15m

Big Zuu scores the winner after four goals from Carlos Tevez help the World XI beat England 5-4 in Soccer Aid, raising £15m for Unicef.

Noel Gallagher gave me his Oasis Wonderwall guitar - after Liam smashed up mine

When Oasis singer Liam Gallagher smashed up Nick Brine's guitar, he didn't realise he'd be in luck.c

Leinster 'silenced a few critics' with URC title - Conan

Leinster captain Jack Conan says winning the United Rugby Championship helps his side to "silence a few critics".

Yung Filly faces two new sexual assault charges

The rapper appeared before Perth Magistrates Court in Australia on Friday.c

Premiership rebrands to become the 'Prem' from next season

The Premiership will shorten its name to become 'the Prem' as part of a new brand for the 2025-26 season.

South Africa have 'belief' to pull off 'amazing' victory

South Africa's players have the "belief" they can pull off a sensational victory in the World Test Championship final, according to batter David Bedingham.

The Papers: Air India crash 'sole survivor' and 'miracle of seat 11A'

A British man from Leicester, Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, was the sole survivor of the crash that killed more than 260.

Weekly quiz: What's Alex Warren's record-breaking number one hit called?

How much attention did you pay to what's being going on in the world over the past seven days?

Video shows crowds in Gaza scale fence to rush for aid

Palestinians can be seen climbing over fences and running to get humanitarian aid in the footage.

Ryding to retire in 2026 after fifth Olympics

Dave Ryding, Britain's most successful alpine ski racer, is to retire at the end of the 2025-26 season.

Jurors in Harvey Weinstein trial reportedly fighting among themselves

The foreperson also says some jurors are considering allegations outside of the realm of the case in their deliberations.c

One year to World Cup, are Tuchel's England regressing after Southgate era?

No discernible plan. No identity. No improvement. With one year until the World Cup, how far off are Thomas Tuchel's England?

'Bellamy's daring Wales unafraid to lose in pursuit of glory'

Craig Bellamy says he is proud of his team despite his first defeat as Wales head coach.

'How was your Sunday?' - reaction to 'King Carlos' & your favourite Slam final

It was a final so engrossing it briefly paused the Spanish's men's football team's warm-up - how the sporting world reacted to Carlos Alcaraz's stunning French Open victory.

'I burst into tears': How airline carry-on bag confusion triggered legal row

Budget airlines may be forced to standardise rules on underseat bags, under a proposed change to EU law.

Our mum went to jail for stealing our inheritance

Gemma and Jessica Thomas's mum went from being their "best friend" to stealing £50K from them.

How India's 'biggest art deal' buried MF Husain masterpieces in a bank vault

The paintings are set to go up for auction for the first time on 12 June in India's financial capital, Mumbai.c

Slicker endures horror debut - but who is Scotland's seventh-choice keeper?

After Cieran Slicker suffered a debut to forget, Scotland head coach Steve Clarke has a decision to make for Monday's game in Liechtenstein.

Axed Love Islander says he wants to return to series as a bombshell

Kyle Ashman was axed from the reality series before it started after reports he was arrested.c

The Papers: 'Reform civil war' and 'arise Sir Becks'

Reform UK's chair Zia Yusuf quits the party and David Beckham will receive a Knighthood.

Family 'devastated' after body found in search for missing Scot

Greg Monks was reported missing in Albufeira last week after travelling to the resort for a stag party.

Diggers brought in to help latest Madeleine McCann search in Portugal

The search so far has focused on derelict, abandoned buildings and wells.

South Korean opposition wins presidency after months of political chaos

Lee Jae-myung was voted in exactly six months after his predecessor made a failed martial law bid.

The Papers: 'Good weather' small boat surge and 'tax bombshells'

A mix of stories makes up the front pages, including a surge in small boats crossings.

Lady Gaga and Pulp rumoured for surprise Glastonbury sets as full line-up revealed

With three weeks to go, the UK's biggest festival unveils its full line-up, plus a few mystery sets.

The Papers: Britain 'battle-ready' and 'new Maddie search'

PM Sir Keir Starmer announces new military spending and police look again for Madeleine McCann.

Tulsa plans $105m in reparations for America's 'hidden' massacre

A century ago, a white mob burned down part of the Oklahoma city known as "Black Wall Street", killing hundreds.

Prison officers should be armed, say Conservatives

The party said secure armouries should be introduced at maximum security jails and used as a last resort.

Root 'getting better with age' - the numbers behind his ODI brilliance

Joe Root is now England's leading run-scorer in one-day internationals - what are the numbers behind his brilliance?

What was it like auditioning to be in the new Harry Potter TV show?

More than 30,000 children applied - what was the process like, and what lies in store for the chosen few?c