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Iranian minister says country will not play in World Cup

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 16:15
Iran is not in a position to participate in the 2026 World Cup, says the country's Minister of Sports and Youth.

'Even under missiles we carry on living' - how young Iranians are coping with war

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 16:00
Iranians say they are sheltering at home and rarely venturing out on near-empty streets as the US-Israeli bombing campaign continues.

'Even under missiles we carry on living' - how young Iranians are coping with war

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 16:00
Iranians say they are sheltering at home and rarely venturing out on near-empty streets as the US-Israeli bombing campaign continues.

British man admits encouraging suicide in US

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 15:36
Dylan Phelan admits encouraging the suicide of US citizen Travis Dyer in Louisiana in 2024.

'Doomsday scenario' for Spurs after 'blows' - Van de Ven

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 15:26
Micky Van de Ven says Tottenham found themselves in a "doomsday scenario" against Atletico Madrid, adding the club is "just taking blow after blow".

UK government loses appeal over quashed Kneecap terror charge

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 15:23
Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, known as Mo Chara, had been accused of showing support for proscribed organisation Hezbollah following a gig in London in 2024.

Army officers deny charges linked to soldier's death

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 15:18
The two high-ranking officers failed to act when Gunner Jaysley Beck, 19, reported a sexual assault.

Army officers deny charges linked to soldier's death

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 15:18
The two high-ranking officers failed to act when Gunner Jaysley Beck, 19, reported a sexual assault.

Prison inmate charged with Huntley murder appears in court

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 14:54
Ian Huntley had been serving a life sentence with a minimum term of 40 years for the murders of 10-year-olds Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman.

Starmer defends Welsh and Scottish devolution stance after leaked memo row

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 14:49
The prime minister says he would make no apology for spending money in Wales and Scotland "to improve people's lives".

Tourist attractions call for changes to weather apps over 'misleading' rain icons

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 14:49
Chester Zoo is leading a call for a change in the way "rain icons" are used in weather forecasts.

UK government loses appeal over Kneecap terror charge

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 14:28
Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, known as Mo Chara, had been accused of showing support for proscribed organisation Hezbollah following a gig in London in 2024.

EU and UK demand Israel stop surge in West Bank settler violence since Iran war

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 14:13
Six Palestinians have been killed during attacks by settlers in the West Bank since the start of Israel's war, the UN says.

Watch: What's on the menu for celebrities on awards night

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 14:09
From sushi to gold-dusted chocolate statuettes, a feast will be served at the Oscars after party on Sunday.

Watch: What's on the menu for celebrities on Oscars night

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 14:09
From sushi to gold-dusted chocolate statuettes, a feast will be served at the Oscars after party on Sunday.

'Wrong person at wrong time' - but if not Tudor then who?

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 14:03
Following Tottenham's 5-2 defeat at Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, BBC Sport assesses the options open to the beleaguered club.

Ireland, Scotland or France - who will win the Six Nations title?

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 14:01
Rugby Special's Ugo Monye, John Barclay and Sam Warburton look ahead to a "blockbuster" Super Saturday, when the three-horse race for the 2026 Six Nations title comes to ahead.

Fuel tax hike plan to be kept under review over Iran, says PM

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 13:40
Fuel duty on petrol and diesel is due to rise from September, when a 5p cut is phased out.

Fuel tax hike plan to be kept under review over Iran, says PM

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 13:40
Fuel duty on petrol and diesel is due to rise from September, when a 5p cut is phased out.

Quentin Tarantino to stage 'swashbuckling comedy' play in London

Wed, 11/03/2026 - 13:23
The film-maker will write and direct The Popinjay Cavalier, "a rambunctious comedy" set in 1830s Europe.

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