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The Grooming Gangs Report

ā€œCollective failureā€ to address questions about grooming gang’s ethnicity says report. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8JRjpcy

Grooming report pulls no punches - but will it lead to meaningful change?

For survivors of sexual abuse, practical on the ground change will be vital, writes social affairs editor Alison Holt. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nlV34Uv

A footballing mismatch – why were Auckland City playing Bayern Munich?

Bayern Munich's Club World Cup group game against Auckland City was a mismatch on the pitch - so why were the part-timers from New Zealand facing the 34-time German champions? from BBC News https://ift.tt/lpIk5yR

'Nowhere feels safe': Iranians on life under Israeli attacks

Some of those in Iran who have spoken to the BBC use one word to describe life in there right now. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KurtaBI

Footage shows burning cars after missile strike in Israel

Footage from Reuters news agency shows burning cars after a missile strike in the Israeli city of Haifa. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N3osWvu

Norris & Piastri collide as Russell wins in Canada

Lando Norris crashes out of the Canadian Grand Prix in a collision with McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri, as George Russell wins. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RF6Xjfx

England knocked out of World Cup of Darts by Germany

England's Luke Humphries and Luke Littler are out of the World Cup of Darts after a shock defeat by hosts Germany in the last 16. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UfZtXPV

Museum's plea after couple break crystal-covered chair

An Italian museum says the special chair has since been restored, but the culprits haven't been found. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xqY6smr

Leinster dominate Bulls in URC final for ninth title

Leinster win the United Rugby Championship for the first time since 2021 as they produced a dominant display to beat Bulls 32-7 at Croke Park. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xIMUCrZ

Markram helps South Africa close in on Test Championship victory

Aiden Markram and Temba Bavuma propel South Africa to within touching distance of victory in the ICC World Test Championship on day three of the final against Australia. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jibs5VQ

Watchdog warns allergy sufferers about Dubai chocolate

The Food Standards Agency says the labelling on imported chocolate may not list all ingredients. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yhf2vVW

Good that Verstappen took accountability - Russell

George Russell says he was "surprised" that Max Verstappen took accountability for colliding with the Mercedes driver during the Spanish Grand Prix. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OMT95Uv

Did Donald Trump deliberately provoke the LA protests?

Will protests spread to more American cities? from BBC News https://ift.tt/52av9p3

Boy whose father and nine siblings were killed in Israeli strike goes to Italy for treatment

Adam al-Najjar is evacuated to Milan, where surgeons can work to save his arm which was severely damaged in the attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JhMB7FI

'Terrifically entertaining' - superb Smith knock puts England in charge

Jamie Smith scores 60 runs off 26 balls, including five sixes, to put England in a commanding position in the third T20 against West Indies in Southampton. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ich0NPE

R360 rebel circuit is flawed - Premiership boss

The breakaway R360 event, which aims to sign top stars, does not have a clear route to reality say Premiership Rugby bosses. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JkecpUN

Bafta-winning stars announced for Harry Potter TV show

Katherine Parkinson will play Molly Weasley, with eight more actors announced. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3sY1evp

Jobe Bellingham following brother's path but wants 'own identity'

Just as brother Jude did before him, Jobe Bellingham is set to move from the Championship to Bundesliga giants Borussia Dortmund. from BBC News https://ift.tt/uGPQAU2

'One of Europe's best technicians' - why Man City want 'genius' Cherki

Manchester City want to sign France midfielder Rayan Cherki from Lyon, but who is he exactly and why is everybody so excited about him? from BBC News https://ift.tt/4be0LNG

Biggest drone strike hits Ukraine's second city

At least three people were killed and 40 injured in Kharkiv and Kherson in drone and missile strikes. from BBC News https://ift.tt/F3gAqvT

Dawn French says sorry for posting 'one-sided' Gaza video

The video sparked a backlash with critics accusing her of appearing to "mock" the 7 October 2023 attack. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IDKGYBb

Six games, six wins - but what have England learned?

England have started the summer by thrashing a depleted West Indies side - but what does it mean for the team's post-Ashes rebuild and World Cup hopes? from BBC News https://ift.tt/4rpvMwH

The cracks the Europa League lustre could not hide

An in-depth look at why Tottenham sacked Ange Postecoglou 16 days after their Europa League success. from BBC News https://ift.tt/6KARjOM

Elon Musk says Donald Trump is "in the Epstein filesā€

The big public bust up between the tech billionaire and US president from BBC News https://ift.tt/O8UCDpm

Free school meals to be extended to 500,000 more children

Charities have welcomed plans to extend free school meals to all children in England whose parents receive Universal Credit. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oQ6d5ZI

Eight injured on Ryanair flight hit by 'severe turbulence', police say

The flight's captain called ahead for medical assistance and the plane "landed normally" in southern Germany. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LjYqdAn

Rangers on verge of Martin appointment

Rangers are close to finalising a deal with Russell Martin to become the club's next manager. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KzFLnXb

Kirby announces England retirement before Euros

England attacking midfielder Fran Kirby retires from international football with immediate effect after being told she will not be in the Euro 2025 squad. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hibIKRq

Intruder arrested in Windsor Castle grounds

A man in his 30s is arrested on suspicion of trespass on a protected site in Windsor, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YbaZFS1

Americanswers... on 5 Live! Who controls Donald Trump's Truth Social account?

The president uses it prolifically. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QdLklOj

Major study shows exercise improves colon cancer survival rates

Risk of dying was cut by a third after colon cancer patients dialled up exercise levels. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZhOHje4

Not redemption but release - how Yates finally conquered the Giro

Simon Yates finds release by finally winning his first Giro d'Italia title after years of heartbreak and misfortune in the Grand Tour. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3whmSZb

Anderson stars for Lancs in first T20 since 2014

James Anderson takes three wickets and a catch as Lancs beat Durham, while Glamorgan defeat Middlesex in the T20 Blast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xH7Epfo

Root's sparkling 166* steers England to series win

Joe Root becomes England's leading run-scorer in one-day internationals as his 166 not out secures a three-wicket win over West Indies in Cardiff. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ldWub2O

'I fought myself in the mind' - Alcaraz beats Shelton to reach quarters

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is through to the French Open quarter-finals after a four-set win over American Ben Shelton. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tOD9zZs

Hamas makes hostage pledge but demands changes to US Gaza ceasefire plan

The response is seen as neither an explicit rejection nor clear acceptance of the proposal, but US envoy Steve Witkoff has branded it "unacceptable". from BBC News https://ift.tt/QlDPncW

Hamilton says new front wing rule 'waste of money'

Lewis Hamilton says the introduction of a new rule clamping down on front wing flexibility at the Spanish Grand Prix was "a waste of money". from BBC News https://ift.tt/hlKX3x7

Norrie beats Fearnley after firework disruption

Cameron Norrie maintains focus to beat British rival Jacob Fearnley in a French Open match disrupted by loud fireworks outside Paris St-Germain's stadium. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bquJ3Be