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Scotland braced for big, brash World Cup draw after long wait

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 08:47
Scotland in a men's World Cup draw is not a dream. It's really happening - and the boring preamble will be worth it, writes Tom English.

Deep-sea mining tests impact over a third of seabed animals, scientists say

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 08:00
The findings contribute to a controversial debate that pits green technology against the environment.

Deep-sea mining tests impact over a third of seabed animals, scientists say

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 08:00
The findings contribute to a controversial debate that pits green technology against the environment.

The World Cup draw is here - this is how it will work

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 07:49
Pots, quadrants, confederation constraints, group position grids ... the World Cup draw is not going to be straightforward.

The World Cup draw is here - this is how it will work

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 07:49
Pots, quadrants, confederation constraints, group position grids ... the World Cup draw is not going to be straightforward.

Quiz: Can you name every nation that has qualified?

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 07:48
We want you to name every nation who has qualified for the 2026 World Cup.

'Absolutely plumb!' - Confident Archer ends Weatherald's innings

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 07:31
Jofra Archer bowls a brilliant yorker to dismiss Jake Weatherald lbw for 72, leaving Australia on 146-2 on day two of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane.

The countries getting their first taste of the competition

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 07:24
From a tiny Caribbean island to a nation once managed by Harry Redknapp, meet the teams who will be making their debut at the 2026 World Cup.

Is Trump giving the FIFA World Cup a MAGA makeover?

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 07:00
What’s behind Trump’s relationship with FIFA president Gianni Infantino?

Is Trump giving the FIFA World Cup a MAGA makeover?

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 07:00
What’s behind Trump’s relationship with FIFA president Gianni Infantino?

Memorable O'Sullivan moments as snooker great turns 50

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 06:40
As Ronnie O'Sullivan turns 50, BBC Sport picks out 10 great moments from his career - and it could have been many more.

Smith drop an early blow in tale of two Ashes keepers

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 06:25
Why wicketkeeper Jamie Smith's drop on day two of second Ashes Test is potentially worrying for England.

'I let loose' - artist paints every spare inch of her house

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 06:24
In an antidote to minimalist interiors, artist Emily Powell turns her home into a work of art.

'I let loose' - artist paints every spare inch of her house

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 06:24
In an antidote to minimalist interiors, artist Emily Powell turns her home into a work of art.

LGBT survivors tell of 'barbaric' NHS shock therapy

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 06:19
More than 250 people were subjected to painful electric shocks in NHS hospitals, the BBC discovers.

LGBT survivors tell of 'barbaric' NHS shock therapy

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 06:19
More than 250 people were subjected to painful electric shocks in NHS hospitals, the BBC discovers.

LGBT survivors tell of 'barbaric' NHS shock therapy

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 06:19
More than 250 people were subjected to painful electric shocks in NHS hospitals, the BBC discovers.

England's AI World Cup masterplan - from perfecting penalties to powering players

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 06:17
BBC Sport hears from inside the England setup about how artificial intelligence is powering plans for next summer's World Cup.

How AI could power Three Lions to World Cup glory

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 06:17
BBC Sport hears from inside the England setup about how artificial intelligence is powering plans for next summer's World Cup.

Work began on a hotel on Edinburgh's Royal Mile in 2020 - why is the scaffolding still there?

Fri, 05/12/2025 - 06:04
Scaffolding was due to be torn down from the G&V Hotel on George IV Bridge by November, but now may be delayed again.

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