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Who had 'sliding doors moment'? Deeney's team of the week
After every round of Premier League matches this season, Troy Deeney gives us his team of the week. Do you agree with his choices?

Will rule changes make noticeable difference in Miami? F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the Miami Grand Prix.

Robertson calls for ban on O'Sullivan's chalk
Former world champion Neil Robertson calls for a controversial chalk used by Ronnie O'Sullivan to be banned, saying most other players "hate it" and that it "makes an absolute mess of the table".

Executions in North Korea ramped up significantly during pandemic - report
Some of the offences were related to culture - including the consumption of K-dramas and K-pop.

'My husband might give up work to care for our kids' - nursery bills in Wales highest in Britain
Parents in Wales say the cost of childcare is one of their biggest worries ahead of the election.

Minister promises 'some form' of social media restrictions for under-16s
Education Minister Olivia Bailey says the government will introduce “age or functionality restrictions”.

BP profits more than double as Iran war sends oil prices higher
The energy giant said it had seen an "exceptional" performance at its oil trading business.

Spat on, heckled, treated differently: The issue forcing players out of local footy
An investigation into grassroots football culture has looked into the treatment of women’s footy teams. Many women claim they’ve experienced inequitable treatment, harassment and inappropriate behaviour – and now they’re leaving.

CEO backs Lyon’s ‘safe environment’; Pies rest Pendlebury; No more head trauma cover for AFL
When asked if Ross Lyon’s comments constituted casual racism, St Kilda CEO said “you had to look at it through the lens of the person receiving the comment”. Meanwhile, AFL players will no longer be covered for career-ending head trauma in their insurance from Friday.

The tactical fluidity that makes PSG so impressive
Despite boasting squads that have included the likes of Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe, it is the current Paris St-Germain side that is playing the club's most impressive football.

Ranking the players who could decide Champions League semi-finals
Which players will prove key to their team’s chances in the Champions League last four? We've ranked the top 10.

IS claims responsibility for Nigeria attack that killed 29 people
Authorities say the militants raided a football pitch where people had been gathering and opened fire at random.

Man who murdered British dad in Australia declared mentally unfit for trial
A judge found Royce Mallett's killer, who was displaying symptoms of psychosis at the time of the attack, could not be found criminally responsible.

Figures show rise in suicides after domestic abuse
Police say the increase is driven by improved awareness and a change in recording incidents.

Russian superyacht sails through Strait of Hormuz despite blockade
The 141m-long vessel, linked to a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, cleared the waterway despite an ongoing blockade.

Luai’s private jet was paid for by PNG government; Chiefs sign Alex Johnston
The Wests Tigers, NSW and Samoa star has until Thursday to accept a $1.2m-a-year, tax-free deal with the Chiefs. But he won’t be the club’s first signing.

Former Cats, Blues CEO takes interim role after Demons’ sudden split with Guerra
The Demons have started the season well on the field, but Paul Guerra’s time as CEO has ended after just seven months.

Origin Is Back! With new faces and returning stars - The Billy Slater Podcast
Billy dives into the huge Women’s Origin showdown and what’s at stake as the rivalry intensifies. Plus, he breaks down Dolphins v Storm, why the Roosters-Broncos clash could hinge on key depth players like Deine Mariner and the possible return of Reece Walsh. Billy’s expert eye on the weekend ahead.