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Pope's health improving as he remains in hospital

In a medical update the Vatican said the Pope's condition had "continued to show improvement". from BBC News https://ift.tt/7zIyeNP via IFTTT

Ireland's O'Mahony, Murray and Healy to retire

Ireland's Peter O'Mahony, Conor Murray and Cian Healy will retire from Test rugby at the end of this year's Six Nations. from BBC News https://ift.tt/tvRVkuS via IFTTT

Northern Ireland executive ministers agree programme for government

It comes a day after a decision on the finalised document was postponed. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QXm9lPy via IFTTT

Archer gets England off to good start with two wickets in an over

England's Jofra Archer takes the wickets of Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Sediqullah Atal in their must-win tie against Afghanistan in the Champions Trophy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sLSpJO0 via IFTTT

Over my dead body - we won't give up title says Arteta

Arsenal will not stop fighting for the Premier League title despite slipping 11 points behind leaders Liverpool, says Gunners boss Mikel Arteta. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IcVKmFZ via IFTTT

Murdered businessman's body found in sack in Kenya

Campbell Scott disappeared from a luxury hotel before being found miles outside Nairobi by a cattle herder. from BBC News https://ift.tt/52NHctI via IFTTT

Ex-Reform UK Wales leader accused of taking Russian bribes

The ex-MEP and former UKIP Wales leader made favourable statements about Russia for money, a court hears. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qfFpVSg via IFTTT

Death of unidentified man found in wetsuit not believed suspicious, inquest told

Investigators have asked UK police forces to check their missing people registers. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zFjuNpv via IFTTT

How a plan to land £100m of cocaine on a Highland beach went wrong

In the 1990s a Scottish gang attempted to smuggle cocaine from Colombia into Scotland. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Flanbc3 via IFTTT

'Real life Squid Game': Kim Sae-ron's death exposes Korea's celebrity culture

Analysts say they are not optimistic that the ruthless "cancel culture" surrounding the industry will change. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D8EAXzP via IFTTT

Liverpool draw PSG, Arsenal face PSV, Villa meet Club Brugge in last 16

Liverpool will face Paris St-Germain in the Champions League last-16, while Arsenal take on PSV Eindhoven and Aston Villa will play Club Brugge. from BBC News https://ift.tt/s4qfvrA via IFTTT

Sinn Féin to boycott White House St Patrick's Day celebrations

The party made its decision based on the US President's stance on the Israel-Gaza conflict. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jCrxPsf via IFTTT

Historic US ocean liner moves out of Philadelphia after nearly 30 years

The SS United States prepares to become the world's largest artificial reef off the Florida coast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/atPBSsW via IFTTT

'Real life Squid Game': Kim Sae-ron's death exposes Korea's celebrity culture

Analysts say they are not optimistic that the ruthless "cancel culture" surrounding the industry will change. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1Ywn4rC via IFTTT

Wada says Sinner case 'million miles away from doping'

Jannik Sinner's case was "a million miles away from doping", says World Anti-Doping Agency general counsel Ross Wenzel. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HG5K7h8 via IFTTT

'A real coup' - Middlesex sign New Zealand's Williamson

New Zealand batter Kane Williamson joins Middlesex for part of the 2025 County Championship and Vitality Blast. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ySHIRcG via IFTTT

Motherwell appoint German Wimmer as new manager

Motherwell have appointed former Austria Vienna boss Michael Wimmer as their new manager. from BBC News https://ift.tt/T4qEshY via IFTTT

The Chancellor and her expenses before she became an MP

BBC News has learnt that there was an expenses investigation into Rachel Reeves, and two other senior managers, when she worked at HBOS. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IJ8FhzX via IFTTT

Teen dead and five injured in Austria knife attack

The suspect, who is a Syrian asylum seeker, was detained at the scene and is being questioned by police. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gFyektW via IFTTT

The 1,000-winner jockey who's allergic to horses

Jockey Sean Bowen rode his 1,000th winner despite being allergic to horses. from BBC News https://ift.tt/enyQLrc via IFTTT

Too quiet on set? Hollywood pushes for more LA productions post wildfires

January's wildfires have exacerbated the decline of Hollywood's once booming film and television industry. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3RnjY5f via IFTTT

Lynx dumped in Highlands await new home

Four of the wild cats were spotted a month ago before being trapped in the UK's biggest national park. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pNhwWc1 via IFTTT

Has the Met Police just become less safe?

Met officers who fail internal vetting scheme may keep jobs thanks to court ruling. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pYl1RLo via IFTTT

We speak to Lord Mandelson, the new ambassador to US

A conversation on day one of the job. from BBC News https://ift.tt/o7zQ1es via IFTTT

Gatland to leave Wales head coach role

Warren Gatland is set to leave his role as Wales head coach after 14 successive Test match defeats. from BBC News https://ift.tt/WkeTcuq via IFTTT

Watch: Eagles celebrate Super Bowl win in locker room

BBC Sport's Nesta McGregor speaks to Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirriani, cornerback Cooper DeJean and offensive tackle Jordan Mailata as they celebrate their Super Bowl win over the Kansas City Chiefs in New Orleans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MIy2DVz via IFTTT

Australia cruise to 2-0 series win over Sri Lanka

A clinical Australia complete a nine-wicket victory over Sri Lanka early on day four in Galle to seal a dominant 2-0 series win. from BBC News https://ift.tt/JV5Xgk3 via IFTTT

Investigations continue after two Brits die in France

Andrew and Dawn Searle's deaths were "clearly homocide", according to an official source in France. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QxjhDIe via IFTTT

'A real fighter' - how Simeone's son emerged as key to Atletico

"He's a real fighter" - how Giuliano Simeone has become integral to his father's plans at Atletico Madrid. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zNQwlp9 via IFTTT

Netflix raises subscription prices in UK

Users will pay £2 a month more on the standard plan, Netflix's most popular subscription package. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xvASjcz via IFTTT

Irv Gotti, who shaped 1990s hip-hop, dies aged 54

The music mogul transformed hip-hop with records by Ja Rule, Ashanti, DMX and Jennifer Lopez. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XdIqvGM via IFTTT

How To Deal With Trump (and the EU)

Can Keir Starmer avoid picking a side? from BBC News https://ift.tt/f7EBwOt via IFTTT

Mandatory jail for Nazi salutes under new Australia laws

The new laws come amid a wave of high profile antisemitic attacks which have become a heated topic of debate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/YHTzME9 via IFTTT

Trump to become first sitting president to attend Super Bowl

Donald Trump will become the first sitting US president to attend the Super Bowl. from BBC News https://ift.tt/pJDLA3s via IFTTT

Tributes paid to woman who died on beach rocks

Police say the woman's death is being treated as unexplained but not suspicious. from BBC News https://ift.tt/r5Mpn4l via IFTTT

Tony Martin was never remorseful for shooting, says reporter

A journalist who spent two weeks living with Tony Martin says the farmer believed he was the victim. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xyEVkZS via IFTTT

Chiefs bid for immortality - countdown to Super Bowl 59 begins

All you need to know about Super Bowl 59, one of the biggest sporting events on the planet, as the build-up begins to Sunday's game in New Orleans. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0NoLwIV via IFTTT

Taiwanese actress and singer Barbie Hsu dies at 48

She died from pneumonia after contracting influenza while on a vacation in Japan, local media report. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SdfmeB5 via IFTTT

Police contacted as Willock faces 'appalling' racist abuse

Newcastle United contact police after midfielder Joe Willock receives "appalling" racist abuse on social media. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7Vq549f via IFTTT

Tottenham beat Wolves to sign Lens defender Danso

Austria international Kevin Danso looked set to join Wolves but has chosen to move to Tottenham instead. from BBC News https://ift.tt/68AUzdC via IFTTT

'My diagnosis has changed my mind on assisted dying'

Patients and palliative care experts have debated what the assisted dying bill could mean for them. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Zxij7sS via IFTTT

Emily in Paris star Lily Collins welcomes first child via surrogacy

The actress thanked her "incredible" surrogate as she announced her daughter's birth on social media. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iR7FZu1 via IFTTT