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Fit-again McGinn was 'petrified' he would miss World Cup
John McGinn has been a Scotland international for a decade now as he looks forward to the World Cup after a big injury scare.

Scott Mills Sacked By BBC
Scott Mills has been sacked by the BBC following allegations about his personal conduct.

Two Indonesian UN peacekeepers killed in explosion in Lebanon
It is the second fatal incident in the last 24 hours, Unifil says, after Israel expanded its operation against Hezbollah.

PM gives BMA 48 hours to call-off strike or lose 1,000 training posts
Resident doctors announced a six-day strike in England next month after talks broke down last week.

Shock, sadness and relief in town at centre of Australia's seven-month police manhunt
The Australian town has been in the spotlight since Dezi Freeman shot dead two police officers last year.

Mercurial Manly need to find backbone to survive in 2026
Rugby league has shifted dramatically this season, and the Sea Eagles have been caught out. This is what interim coach Kieran Foran must do to turn things around.

Why a rival insists Foran is destined to thrive in coaching furnace
A New Zealand star also addressed his decision to leave his club at the end of the season, and link up with an NRL powerhouse.

Matthew Lloyd on Essendon's 'desperate' need
Matthew Lloyd shines a light on Essendon's biggest issue.

'Deflated' reaction from Broncos star
Broncos legend Sam Thaiday reveals his conversations with Gehamat Shibasaki prior to his return against the Dolphins.

Person stabbed then run over in Hastings
The incidents appear unrelated, police say.

Wiise expands partner programme with AI tools in ANZ
Wiise expands partner programme with AI tools in ANZ, as Chief Operating Officer Stephen McNulty backs more standardised ERP delivery for SMBs.

England fitness issues put to bed - Edwards
England women's head coach Charlotte Edwards says her players have "100%" been able to address issues surrounding their fitness.

Most Syrian refugees expected to return home in three years, German chancellor says
Merz’s government has taken a tougher line on refugees and migrants, amid surging support for the anti-immigration AfD party.

Zelensky says allies asked him to scale back attacks on Russian energy
Ukraine's president says partners asked if the attacks could be "reduced" as prices soar due to the Iran war.

Barbie Dream Fest in Florida to issue refunds after fan complaints
Fans, who paid up to $450 (£340), complained of a grey convention centre backdrop and a "swag bag" that included only a plastic pouch with a Barbie hand sanitiser.

Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks face death penalty under new Israeli law
The new law, passed on Monday, was pushed hard by the far-right and Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.

The Socceroos love playing for Australia. Why doesn’t Australia love them back?
This is the most likeable group of players in many years, and their potential is enormous. A sixth consecutive World Cup beckons. So why does it feel like people aren’t that interested?

Bunnies star leaning on 'remarkable' Latrell
South Sydney's Jye Gray talks about his switch to fullback and the guidance he's received from former fullback Latrell Mitchell.

Birthday bash: Cricket prodigy smashes 50 off 15 balls in IPL days after his 15th birthday
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has already made a name for himself in the world’s richest cricket competition, and now he’s off to a flyer in his second season at Rajasthan.

Shayna Jack on $1.4 million world record disparity
Shayna Jack backs up Dolphins teammate Cameron McEvoy after the newly minted world record holder hit out over a huge payday discrepancy.