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Watch: Hegseth rails against 'beardos' and 'woke' in gathering of US generals

Hundreds of high ranking military leaders were summoned for a rare meeting with the Department of Defense secretary.

Mourinho defeated but still loved on Chelsea return

The Special One's name is chanted by Chelsea fans during his new club Benfica's 1-0 Champions League defeat at Stamford Bridge, where there will always be mutual respect.

Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week?

After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?

How a dramatic end to the Ryder Cup unfolded

Team USA stage a sensational fightback on the final day of the Ryder Cup, but Europe do just enough to win the trophy outright at Bethpage Black, New York.

Golf: Ryder Cup

Highlights from day 3 of the 45th Ryder Cup between Europe and the USA in New York.

Israel-Premier Tech barred from race over protest fears

The Israel-Premier Tech cycling team are excluded from next month's Giro dell'Emilia in Bologna over public safety concerns.

Golf: Ryder Cup

Highlights from day 2 of the 45th Ryder Cup between Europe and the USA in New York.

Europe take three-point lead on opening day of Ryder Cup

Europe open up a three-point lead over USA after a dramatic first day of the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in New York.

How US megastar Luke Combs helped Britain fall in love with country music

The star looks forward to country music's famous Grand Ole Opry relocating from Nashville to London.c

'The goal is coming' - Watkins backed to end drought

When Morgan Rogers handed Ollie Watkins the ball, the Holte End chanted the striker's name.

Europe 'fuelled by something money can’t buy' - Donald

European Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald says his team are "fuelled by something money can’t buy" in what appears to be a dig at their American rivals.

Love Islander's vodka ad pulled for targeting under-18s

Lucinda Strafford's TikTok ad for Swansea's Au Vodka broke advertising rules, the regulator finds.c

How George grabbed lifeline in Chelsea's problem position

Chelsea attacker Tyrique George snatches an all-important equaliser at Lincoln City - and it feels like he is grabbing an unlikely lifeline at his boyhood club.

Woman jailed over scheme to steal Graceland from Elvis Presley family

Judge calls the brazen scheme to conduct a fraudulent sale of Graceland, the famed estate of Elvis Presley, "highly sophisticated".c

Men who murdered e-bike riders jailed for life

Alex Rose deliberately drove his pick-up truck into his victims after mistaking them for burglars.

Jimmy Kimmel show to return after suspension over Charlie Kirk comments

The late-night comic's show will return to air after Disney said it had "thoughtful coversations" with him. c

How Russian-funded fake news network aims to disrupt election in Europe - BBC investigation

An undercover reporter discovers a network is offering to pay for social media posts undermining Moldova’s ruling party.

PM's 'knee-bending' to Trump is 'cringey', says Clegg

The former deputy PM says Starmer and Trump's relationship is "getting a bit embarrassing".

Lib Dems consider ditching opposition to ID cards

Leader Sir Ed Davey - who helped block Labour's last attempt to bring in ID cards - says "times have changed".

The Football Interview

Kelly Somers speaks to Alessia Russo, two-time European champion with the Lionesses.

'It takes pressure off' - goal gives Clinton perfect Man City start

Grace Clinton says she's delighted to have scored on her first appearance for Manchester City, helping her new club beat Tottenham 5-1 in the Women's Super League.

Author Sally Rooney says she could not collect prize in UK in case of arrest

The author has given her support to Palestine Action, who have been proscribed as a terrorist group.

Howe praises Newcastle 'heart' - but it only takes them so far

Newcastle United showed plenty of spirit in a 2-1 defeat against Barcelona but the hosts were made to rue not taking their chances

Simeone 'regret' as 'insults' spark clash with Liverpool fans

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone admits "regret" at clashes with Liverpool supporters at the end of a dramatic Champions League opener, which saw the Argentine sent off in his side's 3-2 defeat.

GB have 'real shot' at winning BJK Cup despite Raducanu absence

Great Britain captain Anne Keothavong says her team has a "real shot" at winning the Billie Jean King Cup despite the absence of Emma Raducanu.

'The ego has landed' and 'Don in... none out'

Donald Trump's arrival in the UK and the blocked removal of a migrant to France lead the papers.

'Heartbroken isn't the word' - Hatton son's tribute

Ricky Hatton's son Campbell pays tribute to his father, saying "heartbroken isn't the word" after the former world boxing champion's death.

Belarus and Russia's show of firepower appears to be a message to Europe

The Zapad-2025 military drills come just days after Poland accused Moscow of violating its air space with a drone incursion.

Why Trump's state visit is mired with potential pitfalls despite careful planning

Months of planning have gone into the state visit - but the Lord Mandelson question is not the only concern troubling insiders.

Coldplay get giddy as they smash Wembley Stadium record

The band played hits from each era of their 25 year career and wrapped up their world tour with a multi-coloured night of musical magic.c

Why Man Utd's problem is not the system, it's the personnel

MOTD pundit Danny Murphy explains how Manchester United's defeat by Manchester City was not down to Red Devils coach Ruben Amorim's rigid 3-4-2-1 formation.

'It may be a chess match' - Canelo v Crawford predictions

The world of boxing gives their predictions for Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez v Terence Crawford in Las Vegas.

South Park episode lampooning Charlie Kirk pulled from Comedy Central

The one with the character Clyde Donovan has been cut from Comedy Central but remains on Paramount+.c

Taylor Swift will only sit for Lively-Baldoni deposition if 'forced' by court

The pop star will provide evidence in the case if Justin Baldoni's legal team can convince the judge to extend a deadline for her. Blake Lively's lawyer opposes it.

Record breaker Salt wants to be world's best

Phil Salt has set his sights on becoming the "best in the world" as a T20 opener after smashing a record-breaking century in England's 146-run victory over South Africa.

Strictly's Thomas Skinner sorry for grabbing reporter's phone

The ex-Apprentice star says he walked out of interviews after seeing a message on a journalist's screen.c

UK could see first named storm of the season amid weather warnings

Heavy rain and strong winds will affect the UK on Sunday and Monday bringing a risk of some disruption.

'Shambles of a night' - Brook on rain-reduced T20

England captain Harry Brook says the rain-reduced opening T20 at Cardiff was a 'shambles'.

Bellamy builds for Wales' future in 'toughest' week

Craig Bellamy reflects on his "toughest" week as Wales boss - and hopes for a World Cup rematch with Canada after their tetchy friendly match.

'I didn't know I was the first' - Muslim Spence makes history with England

BBC Sport explores what Djed Spence becoming England's first Muslim footballer means to the community in the UK.

British racing on strike - what's the background?

British horse racing is staging a one-day strike on Wednesday over a proposed rise in betting taxes.

'No one is irreplaceable', says BBC chief after scandals

Tim Davie tells MPs he is "not letting anything lie" when it comes to rooting out abuses of power.c

New MasterChef hosts revealed after Wallace and Torode axed

Gregg Wallace and John Torode were sacked after an inquiry into conduct on the BBC show.

Bazball 'misconceptions' are 'disrespectful' - McCullum

England head coach Brendon McCullum tells the For the Love of Cricket podcast about his frustrations with the side's perception.

Watch: England v South Africa - third ODI highlights

Highlights from the third ODI between England and South Africa.

Smith lives up to £1m price tag in dream Arsenal debut

On her Women's Super League debut for Arsenal, Olivia Smith needed just one moment of brilliance to show why she became the world's first £1m women's footballer.

Man offered bikes after round-the-world trip theft

Yogesh Alekari was about 15,000 miles (24,140km) into his trip when his bike was taken in Nottingham.

New faces but same old Chelsea in winning start

It is far too early to tell whether anyone can stop Chelsea but it was the same old outcome at Stamford Bridge as they saw off Manchester City.

England take match to final ball but South Africa clinch series

England's poor form in white-ball cricket continued as they were beaten by South Africa to lose the second one-day international and the series with a game to spare.

Creator of Charli XCX Apple dance settles Roblox lawsuit

Kelley Heyer had accused the online platform of copying her choreography without permission.c

Anisimova stuns Swiatek to avenge heavy Wimbledon final defeat

Amanda Anisimova avenges her Wimbledon final loss to Iga Swiatek with a stunning performance to beat the second seed and reach the US Open semi-finals.

'What are South Africa doing?' - Tourists make hard work of completing victory

In a bizarre ending, Adil Rashid takes two wickets in two balls with South Africa needing one run to win before Dewald Brevis hits the England spinner back over his head for six to claim a comfortable seven-wicket victory in the first ODI at Headingley.

Premier League summer spending surpasses record £3bn

Premier League clubs splash out more than ever before in a transfer window after spending this summer surpassed £3bn.