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Liam Lawson to remain in Formula 1 in 2026 - report
Leading Dutch outlet says the Kiwi has kept his spot at Racing Bulls for 2026.

Government announces 4% council rates rise cap
The government's long-awaited rates cap is likely to start with minimum increases of two percent and a maximum of four percent, and would take effect from the start of 2027.

Factbox-From Wall Street to academia, who is in Trump's line of fire?

Transgender advocates are taking the Government to court
Transgender advocates are taking the Government to court, and officials are gritting their teeth over directives about healthcare and sports.

Shock in Cameroon as 74-year-old opposition firebrand dies in detention

World champion Zhao makes fine start to UK campaign
Reigning world champion Zhao Xintong makes a superb start to his UK Championship campaign with a dominant first-round victory over compatriot Long Zehuang.

I want to fight Wilder next - Usyk
Unified heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk names Deontay Wilder as the preferred opponent for his next fight.

Red Bull regret comments after Antonelli receives death threats
Red Bull say they "sincerely regret" comments made at the Qatar Grand Prix that led to Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli receiving death threats.

Five reasons for English positivity before Gabba Test
While all hope may seem lost, BBC Sport looks at five reasons England can be positive before the second Ashes Test against Australia in Brisbane.

Teen dies after getting out of ambulance on M5
The motorway was closed in both directions after the incident on Friday night.

Four dead in Russian attack as diplomatic efforts to end Ukraine war continue
As US negotiating teams continue to hold talks with Moscow and Kyiv, Russia's attacks on Ukraine continue.

‘Inebriated teens’ leave holiday spot residents questioning the point of temporary booze bans
Holiday-time bans in popular coastal locations could become a permanent feature of Masterton’s alcohol bylaws.

Polkadot Plunges 11% Breaking Below $2.05 Support Level Amid Broader Selloff

Nvidia just made a $2 billion investment in Synopsys, adding to its thick web of AI deals

CoinDesk 20 Performance Update: Bitcoin (BTC) Drops 5.7% as Index Trades Lower

OpenAI Gets Stake in Thrive Holdings, Adds to Circular Deals

Liam Lawson to remain in Formula 1 in 2026 - report
It's been a turbulent year for Lawson who has spent much the season fighting for points and his survival.

Ire as Brussels political paralysis beats Belgian record

Tusk urges Germany to make progress on Polish compensation claims

Humanitarian award for kindness campaigner Sebbie

Son of senior Hamas official Ghazi Hamad killed fleeing Rafah tunnel

Tank shell shrapnel wounds soldier, terrorists killed crossing Yellow Line in northern Gaza

Murray 'didn't get results' he wanted for Djokovic
Andy Murray says he "probably didn't get the results I would have liked" for Novak Djokovic during his time coaching his former rival earlier this year.

Why Caicedo was sent off but Bentancur escaped
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca is frustrated by Moises Caicedo's red card against Arsenal over what he perceives to be a lack of consistency.

Sheff Wed deducted six more points as Chansiri banned
Sheffield Wednesday are given a further six-point deduction, with former owner Dejphon Chansiri receiving a three-year ban.

Maccabi fan ban evidence 'changed to fit decision'
West Midlands Police chiefs are providing evidence to MPs about the decision to ban Israeli fans.

Banquet, Bowie and football in upcoming German state visit
King Charles this week in Windsor will host the first state visit from Germany for 27 years.

How competitive spreadsheeting became a high-stakes e-sport with a £45,000 prize pot
Two co-founders behind the competitive Excel UK chapter explain how the game works.