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Pakistan military says it has killed 92 militants in Balochistan

It says 15 security personnel and 18 civilians were also killed after militants attacked many cities in Pakistan's province.

'Torres-like' Ekitike haunts long-term admirers Newcastle

Newcastle United needed no reminding of Hugo Ekitike's quality after trying to sign him last summer - and the Liverpool striker haunted his former suitors at Anfield on Saturday.

Why Djokovic needs Melbourne win more than Alcaraz with history on line

Whoever wins the Australian Open men's singles final will create history - but it feels like Novak Djokovic needs victory more than Carlos Alcaraz.

An ingredient for this curry is missing - and in eight minutes, it's at the door

India's quick-commerce boom means groceries in minutes - but it can be dangerous for riders.

Littler comes back from brink in World Masters

World number one Luke Littler comes through a "tough" night to win his first-round game after opponent Mike de Decker misses a match dart.

Rangers' Euro distraction fades as mammoth month comes into focus

Now Rangers are out of Europe, has the road to their domestic path been cleared?

Sabalenka cruises into final despite hindrance call

Aryna Sabalenka will face Elena Rybakina in the Australian Open final after the world number one beat Elina Svitolina 6-2 6-3, despite being called for hindrance by umpire Louise Azemar Engzell for grunting during a rally.

Rare night of joy for Salah and Slot amid turbulent season

After sweeping their way into the last 16, chief football writer Phil McNulty asks can the Champions League rescue Liverpool's season of turmoil?

Watch: How Alex Pretti shooting led Trump to shift course in Minneapolis

BBC analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at why tensions have been running so high in the city - and how we got here.

Two fans in hospital as Chelsea urge caution after Naples 'incident'

Travelling Chelsea fans in Naples for Wednesday's Champions League game are told to "exercise extreme caution" after two supporters suffer injuries.

Cap for ground rent in England and Wales due to be announced

The government has not confirmed what the cap will be, but campaigners have said they believe £250 a year is likely.

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?

Why Arsenal's wobble may not even matter - despite 'feeling pressure'

Arsenal's winless run may normally be cause for concern - but the stats suggest they are still in control of the Premier League title race.

WSL title probably gone for Chelsea, says Bompastor

Sonia Bompastor claims the Women's Super League title is "probably gone" for Chelsea - BBC Sport examines whether that means they will shift their focus.

'Liverpool's struggles can no longer be hidden by long unbeaten run'

Liverpool's struggles can no longer be hidden by their long unbeaten run after their last-gasp defeat at Bournemouth, writes Aadam Patel.

Chagos Islands debate delayed as Tories call for halt to bill

The legislation was due to be debated in Lords on Monday.

The Traitors stars provide drama in nail-biting final

After three weeks, the latest series of The Traitors came to its dramatic climax in Friday's finale.c

From write-off to right on track - what is next for Rohl's Rangers?

BBC Sport Scotland examines Rangers' turn in fortunes recently under Danny Rohl.

Emery 'dreaming' of winning Europa League after writing off title

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery may not believe his team are Premier League title contenders - but he is "dreaming" of Europa League glory after reaching the last 16.

Who can join Arsenal & Bayern in Champions League knockouts?

With the league phase of Champions League almost at its conclusion, which teams can join Arsenal and Bayern Munich in the top eight?

Man fakes pilot badge to score hundreds of free flights, officials say

Prosecutors allege the 33-year-old man created a fake badge to rake in free flights on US airlines - and at one point even asked to sit in the cockpit.

Italian fashion designer Valentino dies aged 93

One of the giants of 20th century fashion, his creations were worn by celebrities including Elizabeth Taylor, Julia Roberts and Gwyneth Paltrow.c

Waugh invests in European T20 Premier League

Ex-Australia captain Steve Waugh is among the franchise investors in a men's European T20 tournament, set to be played in Ireland, Scotland and the Netherlands later this year featuring Steve Smith and Mitch Marsh.

The mysterious singer with millions of streams - but who (or what) is she?

She has millions of Spotify listeners, but fans don't know what to believe about whether she's real.c

Will Frank and Glasner see the season out?

Match of the Day's Kelly Cates, Joe Hart and Ellen White discuss whether it is possible for Tottenham manager Thomas Frank and Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner to remain at their clubs until the end of the season.

The Papers: 'Blackmail over Greenland' and 'Jenrick's bizarre plot'

Trump's imposition of tariffs over Greenland and a memo about Robert Jenrick's defection to Reform make Sunday's papers.

What a seventh term for 81-year-old leader means for Uganda

Yoweri Museveni has won a record seventh term in elections after promising that the fledgling oil sector will boost the economy.

When does the Nasa Moon mission launch and who are the Artemis II crew?

The first crewed Moon mission in 50 years could launch in February, ahead of a future lunar landing.

Tony Blair and Marco Rubio among names on Gaza 'Board of Peace'

The former UK prime minister and US secretary of state will sit on the "founding executive board", the White House says.

Hospitals with unsafe concrete expected to miss rebuild deadline

Seven hospitals with Raac that were prioritised last year are not expected to be completed on time - some not until 2032/33.

Sutton's predictions v WWE superstar Drew McIntyre

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on WWE superstar Drew McIntyre - and AI - with his predictions for this week's Premier League fixtures.

Hearts 'underdogs by long shot' but still setting Premiership pace

If it seemed Hearts made a statement by winning with 10 men at Dundee on Sunday, they upped the ante against St Mirren four days later.

Bayern's record-breaking Bundesliga season in numbers

BBC Sport examines the stunning numbers behind Bayern Munich's record-breaking start to the Bundesliga season - and what records they could topple.

'The game has gone' - a bad night for VAR in semi-final

Manchester City's 2-0 win over Newcastle in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final was overshadowed by a contentious decision to disallow a goal from Antoine Semenyo in the second half.

Salah-Mane rivalry renewed in Afcon semi-finals

Mohamed Salah's Egypt will face Senegal in the Afcon 2025 semi-finals, offering the chance of revenge against his old Liverpool team-mate Sadio Mane.

A 'weird' and 'incredible' error - but was Szoboszlai disrespectful?

Liverpool beat Barnsley 4-1 in FA Cup fourth round but it was Dominik Szoboszlai's first-half error that had lots of people talking.

Late goals add shine as Liverpool beat spirited Barnsley in FA Cup

Liverpool score two late goals to add shine to their FA Cup third round victory over spirited League One side Barnsley at Anfield.

Pierce Brosnan, Prince Naz and the embrace that never happened

When Prince Naseem Hamed met actor Pierce Brosnan in the lead-up to a new film, it brought back thoughts of a reconciliation with trainer Brendan Ingle that never happened.c

Rosenior wins first game as Chelsea thrash Charlton

Liam Rosenior begins his reign as Chelsea head coach by overseeing a dominant display that saw off Championship side Charlton in the FA Cup third round.

Author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's family accuse hospital of negligence over son's death

A hospital in Lagos denies medical negligence over the death of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's 21-month-old.

Wrexham shock Forest in shootout after six-goal thriller

Watch highlights as Wrexham shock Nottingham Forest in an FA Cup third-round thriller, beating the Premier League side on penalties after a 3-3 draw.

Young Chelsea can be new Class of '92 - Rosenior

Chelsea's young squad has the potential to grow and deliver trophies like Manchester United's famous Class of '92 side, new boss Liam Rosenior believes.

Arsenal extend lead at top of table after draw with Liverpool

Arsenal miss the chance to move eight points clear at the top of the Premier League after they are held to a frustrating goalless draw by Liverpool.

Sesko scores twice but Burnley fight back to hold Man Utd

Manchester United are denied victory in their first game since the sacking of head coach Ruben Amorim as relegation-threatened Burnley fight back to claim only their third point in 12 games.

'Like a movie' - Semenyo enjoys fairytale farewell

Antoine Semenyo could not have dreamed of a better ending to his Bournemouth career as his late winner against Spurs ends the Cherries' long winless run.

Late Gibbs-White penalty sinks helpless Hammers

A late Morgan Gibbs-White penalty gave Nottingham Forest a crucial away victory over West Ham, leaving the London side seven points adrift of safety.

Artist and fashion writer Molly Parkin dies

Artist, fashion designer, broadcaster and writer Molly Parkin was one of Wales' most colourful personalities.c

'What a miss!' - Jacks' moment to forget as Head survives

Will Jacks drops a simple catch on the boundary as England miss the chance to remove Travis Head, who remains unbeaten on 121 on day three of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney.

'He's way ahead of the rest' - Another Ashes century for Head

Travis Head hits an impressive century off 105 balls, his third of the series, as Australia move onto 179-2 in their first innings, trailing England by 205 runs on day three of the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney.

Cuba defiant as it braces for post-Maduro era

The prospects for Cuba - a close ally of Nicolás Maduro's Venezuela - are now bleak, writes Will Grant.

Ex-Australia batter Martyn wakes up from coma in 'miracle' recovery

Martyn, who played 67 Test matches from 1992 to 2006, was diagnosed with meningitis late last month.

New powers to seize phones from migrants come into force

The government says it will help gather intelligence on smuggling gangs.

Leeds v Man Utd - a rivalry that really matters

As Leeds aim to beat Manchester United in the Premier League for the first time since 2002, BBC Sport looks at their intense rivalry before Sunday's Elland Road meeting.

Sutton's predictions v singer-songwriter & Newcastle fan Andrew Cushin

BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton takes on singer-songwriter & Newcastle fan Andrew Cushin - and AI - with his predictions for this week's Premier League fixtures.

'Nancy leaps to his own defence as he feels Old Firm heat'

Just over four weeks on from his appointment as Celtic manager, Wilfried Nancy's passionate defence of his reign shows the pressure he is facing before Saturday's Old Firm derby against Rangers.

The great debate about whether the NHS should use magic mushrooms to treat mental health

Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 - with surprising results

'We are not happy' - Man City fall behind Arsenal in title race

Pep Guardiola questioned whether the Premier League title race was only a two-horse, but his Manchester City side can ill-afford many slip-ups in their quest to hunt down leaders Arsenal.