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Aryna Sabalenka’s ‘worst moment’ on court and why she thinks tennis needs to make a change
The world No.1 made the final of three grand slams last year and a semi-final at the other. But she’s determined to be better on and off the court in 2026.

Can anyone stop Sabalenka? It will take a bold, brave and fearless player to step up
Even in defeat, an underdog in Brisbane may have shown something of a blueprint to conquer the world’s best. But even then, it comes with risk.

Hurkacz battles to take opening set
Hubert Hurkacz needs three set points to finally serve out the opening set in 40 minutes.

Calm, meticulous, ferocious: Why reborn Medvedev can end Australian hoodoo
He waited more than two years between titles. Now, Daniil Medvedev has issued a warning ahead of the Australian Open.

Team Poland weathers sudden-seath point to claim set
Team Poland serves out the first set, weathering a tense deciding point to move one step closer to the United Cup title.

United Cup Highlights: Zielinski & Kawa v Paul & Bencic
Watch the match highlights between Zielinski & Kawa (POL) and Paul & Bencic (SUI) in the Finals of the 2026 United Cup.

Long-distance rail services run again in north Germany after storm

Bar-Ilan University’s ecosystem: Science, crisis, and institutional responsibility

Fourth Palestinian baby freezes to death in Gaza since November

Rowing through grief and giant Atlantic waves

SH73 reopens after flooding between Canterbury, West Coast
Contractors were also working to clear a large mudslide blocking both lanes further east on the highway.

Somali minister says Israel plans to expel Gaza Palestinians to Somaliland

Netanyahu’s chief of staff detained for questioning by investigators over Bild leaked documents

Fletcher emerges as winner from week of turmoil at Man Utd
No matter who is appointed Manchester United caretaker manager, Darren Fletcher has emerged as one of the big winners from a week of turmoil at Old Trafford.

Asiatic lions to Humboldt penguins - London Zoo's 8,000 inhabitants counted in stock take
London zoo is home to more than 8,000 animals, which all need counting for the annual stock take.

'I had no electricity for six months': American families struggle with soaring energy prices
Rising electricity costs have emerged as a key cost-of-living concern, pushing families further into debt.

Bencic stuns Swiatek to keep United Cup streak alive
Belinda Bencic serves out the match to secure her ninth consecutive victory of the tournament, maintaining a flawless record for Team Switzerland at the 2026 United Cup.

Medvedev converts to secure first set
Needing four set points to clinch it, Daniil Medvedev serves out the opening set 6-2 in 34 minutes.

Medvedev claims title as opponent's error seals final
With five championship points in hand, Daniil Medvedev claims the title as an unforced error from Brandon Nakashima hands the Russian the second set and the Brisbane crown.

Poland converts under pressure to Claim United Cup title
In a moment of extreme pressure, Team Poland converts a high-stakes deciding point to clinch the United Cup title.

Nvidia remains extraordinary

Zelensky accuses Kremlin of targeted terror against population

From trifold phones to singing lollipops: The best and worst gadgets of CES
From the world’s biggest consumer tech show, here are the best pocketable gadgets, potentially useful future tech, and the products awarded worst in show.

'This is jihad': Dentist arrested for social media posts praising Hamas, supporting terror

Which players could England turn to for 2027 Ashes?
BBC Sport looks at the players who may force their way into England contention before the 2027 Ashes series.

Bears score 25 points in epic final-quarter comeback to beat Packers
The NFL play-offs get off to a thrilling start as the Chicago Bears make a stunning fightback and the Los Angeles Rams avoid a huge upset on Wildcard Weekend.

Lynx that were found starving in Highlands a year ago now thriving
A year ago, four lynx were on the loose in the snowy Cairngorms - sparking a mystery that remains unsolved.