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Rodgers v Celtic's board - the sequel
Celtic's draw against Kairat Almaty adds to the strained relationship between manager Brendan Rodgers and the board over their lack of transfers.

Girl, 14, arrested over manor house fire
Police say the fire which burnt through a Liverpool manor house is believed to have been deliberate.

Russia launches biggest wave of strikes on Ukraine for weeks
Ukrainian officials say the attacks included drones, hypersonic, ballistic, and cruise missiles.

Ukrainian held in Italy over Nord Stream gas pipelines blast mystery
German prosecutors say the man was in a group that planted explosives in the Baltic Sea.

How a cowboy builder ripped off his customers – and got away with it
When the BBC exposed Russell McMaster as a cowboy builder last year, angry clients demanded he be prosecuted.

Why Studdon's saga will change the NRLW
Ruan Sims reveals the details from the fallout of Maddie Studdon's blocked Warriors deal that will help reshape the NRLW.

AFL boss explains Rankine decision
Andrew Dillon fronts media after the decision to hand Izak Rankine a reduced four-game ban for a homophobic slur.

Joey FIRES BACK at Jason Ryles critics: Immortal Behaviour Ep22
Andrew Johns discusses the impact that both Daly Cherry-Evans and Ben Hunt have had on the game in light of their milestone achievements. The Eighth Immortal explains why criticism of Jason Ryles has been overblown in light of the challenges the Eels have faced. Joey has strong opinions over Jesses Southwell's potential signing to the Broncos and what it means for the future of the NRLW.

Stars and swipes: Why one clash will make or break Wallaroos’ World Cup
The Women’s Rugby World Cup kicks off in England this weekend and Australia have never sent a better-prepared squad. But one bitter rival stands in the way of playing in the finals.

Premier League spending tops record Ł2.37bn as Leeds sign Okafor
Leeds United complete the signing of Noah Okafor from AC Milan to push spending by Premier League clubs to a record Ł2.37bn.

Government borrowing lower than expected in July
Borrowing last month was the lowest July figure for three years, following rises in tax and National Insurance receipts.

WH Smith shares tumble 41% after accounting blunder
The retailer has drafted in auditors to review the issue and slashed its profit guidance.

'Bold' US Open gets everyone talking about mixed doubles
Everyone has been talking about the revamped US Open mixed doubles but the other Grand Slams are unlikely to follow suit soon.

Average five-year mortgage at lowest level since 2023
The average five-year fixed rate is now 4.99%, falling below 5% for the first time since 2023.

US woman behind failed Birmingham assassination jailed for 30 years
Aimee Betro, from Wisconsin, was hired as part of a plot to attack a British family in 2019.

Councillor's wife jailed for race hate social media post released from prison
Lucy Connolly is released from HMP Peterborough after receiving a 31-month sentence in October.

Joey reveals surprise Galvin omission
Andrew Johns reveals he doesn't rate Lachlan Galvin among the top five young players in the NRL this year.

Strong but fair: Why the AFL made the right call with Izak Rankine ban
Rankine’s suspension for using a homophobic slur is a lesson for all, and hopefully a spur for the AFL to introduce a code of conduct for inappropriate on-field comments.

Air Raiders: Why NRL leaders are splashing cash on charter flights
As the finals edge closer, Canberra officials are doing everything possible to keep their players fresh, including booking a charter plane to and from Mudgee.