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Government considers social media time limits for children
The BBC understands proposals include a two-hour cap on apps and a 22:00 curfew.

The Queen's champion who reigned for half a century
After holding the title for 52 years, Olga Morozova's reign as Queen's women's singles champion is about to come to an end.

Scotland add Doohan & McKenna after five keepers ruled out
Scotland have called up free agent Ross Doohan and Bournemouth 18-year-old Callan McKenna after facing a goalkeeping crisis for Monday's friendly in Liechtenstein.

NHS doctor who faked degree told to pay back Ł400k
A woman who worked as a psychiatrist for decades using forged certificates is told to pay compensation.

'Troubling decline' in secondary school PE lessons
More than half of the UK's 2.2 million school children are exercising for less than an hour a day, says Youth Sport Trust's annual report.

Paul McCartney joins Bruce Springsteen for surprise duet at Anfield gig
The former Beatle returns to his hometown of Liverpool to join Springsteen on stage at Anfield.

Spending Review to include Ł86bn science and tech package
The government says every corner of the country will benefit, but research backers call for a long-term plan for science.

Tinder's height filter divides daters - 'My boyfriend is 5ft 6in but it doesn't matter'
Tinder has introduced a new height filter for some users, and some worry they will miss out on a match.

William warns ocean life 'diminishing before our eyes'
The Prince of Wales gave a speech in Monaco hoping to drive investments to protect the world's oceans.

Police must 'do their bit' on funding, minister warns
Science and Technology Secretary Peter Kyle says police should "embrace change" as talks over funding continue.

Gus blows up over Luai penalty
Jarome Luai is penalised for a tackle on Blaize Talagi, leaving the Nine commentators up in arms.

First Postecoglou, now Vilahamn - Spurs sack WSL team's boss
Tottenham sack head coach Robert Vilahamn after two years in charge, after the club finished second-bottom in the Women's Super League.

Weibes wins Tour of Britain final stage as Wollaston claims overall victory
Lorena Wiebes wins the fourth and final stage of the Women's Tour of Britain in Glasgow, with Ally Wollaston sealing overall victory by finishing third and taking bonus seconds to push overnight leader Britain's Cat Ferguson into second place.

'For anyone who's felt hopeless' - Harrison wins UFC title
Kayla Harrison submits Julianna Pena in a dominant performance to win the bantamweight title at UFC 316 in Newark, New Jersey.

What next for heavyweight division after Wardley win?
BBC Sport assesses the current state of play in the world of heavyweight boxing after Fabio Wardley's victory over Justis Huni.

One of a kind 7th Century gold coin found in field
The design is a mash-up of Christian and pagan designs from the same era as the Sutton Hoo ship.

Canada wildfires smoke turns UK skies orange
Smoke from wildfires burning in central Canada was visible in the skies over the UK this weekend.

Labour tiptoed cautiously through its first year - now is the time to escape its own shadow
This week's Spending Review is a one-off opportunity for the UK government to show investors its vision

British soldier arrested in Kenya over rape allegation
Military police are investigating the alleged incident near the British army's training camp in Kenya.

Turuva scores against former club
Sunia Turuva celebrates in style after crossing for a try against the Panthers.