Sport

Somali referee banned by US to officiate European Super Cup, UEFA says

Omar Artan ​was named among match officials ​for 2026 World Cup but will miss the tournament after US refuses him entry.…

2026-06-11

Argentina fans denied US visas get free TVs to watch World Cup

Argentina fans denied US visas get free TVs to watch World Cup.…

2026-06-11

West Ham women’s team not told of David Sullivan’s restricted access to them

Sources say it would have breached regulations to tell WSL or team details of safeguarding investigation into SullivanNeither the Women’s Super League…

2026-06-11

Pope Leo heads to Canary Islands to highlight perilous journeys of migrants

During his visit, the Pope will appeal for a humane approach and respectful welcome for migrants seeking a better life.…

2026-06-11

Tharp breaks 110m hurdles world record at US college championships

Ja'Kobe Tharp breaks the 110m hurdles world record during heats at the American college championships on Wednesday.…

2026-06-11

An Everest guide's miraculous survival raises questions for tourism industry

Why was a cook leading clients up the world's highest peak? And why was he left to rescue himself?…

2026-06-11

Anger over Epstein and Andrew fuels festival of 'female anarchy'

Dozens of female playwrights unite to express their "seismic rage" in an ambitious theatrical event.…

2026-06-11

Olivia Rodrigo sings about heartbreak but she's already chosen her wedding song

The pop star discusses the difficulty of writing happy songs, and her Glastonbury anxiety attack.…

2026-06-11

Smacking children could lead to lower GCSE grades, study suggests

A University College London (UCL) study suggests that smacking children "does no good whatsoever".…

2026-06-11

England World Cup squad barber talks trims and trust

Ahmed Alsanawi, better known as A-Star, is behind some of football's most famous cuts.…

2026-06-10

LIVE: Portugal vs Nigeria – World Cup 2026 international friendly

Follow our live build-up, with full team news coverage, ahead of our text commentary stream of the World Cup warm-up.…

2026-06-10

McKenna steps down as Ipswich boss

Ipswich Town announce that Kieran McKenna will step down as manager and leave the club this summer.…

2026-06-10

'In emergency, break glass' - England seek stability in Root

BBC cricket correspondent Stephan Shemilt explains why England turned to Joe Root to replace Ben Stokes as interim Test captain.…

2026-06-10

Everton told to pay Burnley £35m over PSR breaches

Everton are told they must pay Burnley £35m for the impact of breaches of the Premier League's financial rules.…

2026-06-10

Who pays for a supersized World Cup?

The biggest World Cup ever, with 48 teams and 104 matches, is expected to bring a record $13bn for FIFA.…

2026-06-10

Omar Artan given hero’s welcome in Somalia after referee’s US entry blocked

Artan deemed a threat to national security by US officials‘I promise you that I will attend the next one’The World Cup referee from Somalia who was de…

2026-06-10

David Sullivan’s contact with West Ham women’s and youth teams restricted since 2023

‘Temporary agreement’ in place since Football Association safeguarding investigation began three years agoDavid Sullivan has faced restrictions on his…

2026-06-10

Pub chain Fuller’s hopes for bumper summer from World Cup and staycations

Company says it has strong bookings for England matches and has spruced up gardens for domestic touristsBusiness live – latest updatesThe boss of pub …

2026-06-10

Three judges, three scandals and new scrutiny of judicial accountability

Three judges are facing misconduct allegations in three different states, putting pressure on the federal judiciary's system for policing bad behavior…

2026-06-10

David Sullivan’s Sport newspapers used sexualised images of underage girls as ‘bait for predatory men’

Former victims’ commissioner says publication ‘deliberately came as close as possible to breaking the law’David Sullivan’s Sport newspapers used sexua…

2026-06-09

Stranger Things: The First Shadow announces final curtain in London and New York

The theatrical prequel to the Duffer Brothers’ smash-hit Netflix series is to shut down in the West End and on Broadway this winter, after selling mor…

2026-06-09

Is the pope a Real Madrid fan? Leo’s admission upsets Barcelona faithful

Pontiff appeals in Catalan for harmony on Barcelona leg of Spain tour after making football foes in cityTo the delight of many, Pope Leo XIV kicked of…

2026-06-09

What now for West Ham after Sullivan allegations?

West Ham is a club in turmoil after co-chair David Sullivan stood down ahead of allegations about his private life, which he denies.…

2026-06-09

4 takeaways from the U.S. men's final tune-up games before the World Cup

The U.S. men's national team chose to play a pair of highly-ranked, super competitive teams in the final lead-up to the World Cup: Senegal and Germany…

2026-06-09

Los Angeles tiny homes move people off streets amid World Cup spotlight

Thousands of people in Los Angeles are living in city-backed tiny homes as part of efforts to reduce homelessness.…

2026-06-09

World Cup 2026 in numbers: Key statistical goals, titles and age records

The 2026 World Cup has already set records for the most host nations, most matches and the highest prize money.…

2026-06-09

Atkinson finishes with five as England beat NZ to win opening Test

Gus Atkinson stars on day four as England bowl out New Zealand in the morning session, taking five wickets to secure a 115-run victory at Lord's and g…

2026-06-09

Simone Biles reveals health scare after 'almost dying'

Seven-time Olympic champion Simone Biles reveals she suffered a health scare, describing the experience as "almost dying".…

2026-06-09

Marc Marquez hits 100 career wins with Hungarian MotoGP victory

The seven-time MotoGP world champion beat KTM's Pedro Acosta to claim his first grand prix victory of the season.…

2026-06-09

Antonelli wins Monaco from Hamilton after dramatic ending

Kimi Antonelli wins the Monaco Grand Prix from Lewis Hamilton after a chaotic ending that featured two safety cars and a red flag.…

2026-06-09