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A new way to experience the World Cup - only on BBC Sport
Ever wanted to see a World Cup match from every angle? How about a full-pitch tactical view? Now you can on the BBC.

Gasly's Monaco third place reinstated after appeal
Pierre Gasly is reinstated into third place in the Monaco Grand Prix, after the stewards rescind the two penalties he received for pit-lane speeding.

Our sons are playing for two different countries at the World Cup
Jack and Heather Souttar are heading to the US to support their sons, who play for Scotland and Australia.

Summer warmth to return this week but rain will linger for some
A warmer week is ahead, though rain remains in the forecast for some.

South Africa trolled by African fans in wake of World Cup loss
The taunting reflects anger from parts of the continent over reports of xenophobia in South Africa.

Tartan Army feels the heat in Boston as World Cup kicks off
Visitors are facing 31C temperatures in the city, with the soaring heat expected to continue into Saturday when Scotland's men face Haiti.

Nineteen now arrested over Northern Ireland disorder with house targeted in arson
Thursday night was relatively quiet although police say an arson attack in north Belfast is linked to the disorder.

Ministers want 60% of children walking or cycling to school by 2035
Thousands of safer paths and crossings are promised to help people become more active in England's towns and cities.

Rapid Recap | Semi Final: Chiefs vs Crusaders
The Chiefs and Crusaders met in a massive rematch of last season's Grand Final. Could the Chiefs get redemption and dethrone the defending champ Saders?

Foster disagrees with controversial red cards
Craig Foster has his say on the three red cards handed out at the FIFA World Cup on Friday morning.

Farnworth finishes in the corner
Dolphins star Herbie Farnworth crosses in the corner against the Roosters.

Watford great Jackett dies aged 64
Watford legend and former Wales international Kenny Jackett dies at the age of 64.

Williamson ends New Zealand career during series with England
Former New Zealand captain Kane Williamson - his country's all-time leading run-scorer - retires from all international cricket with immediate effect.

UK signals it may block payout to British Steel owner
Chinese firm Jingye is seeking compensation after the government decided to nationalise the company.

Watch: Three things to know about SpaceX's stock market debut
The BBC's Samira Hussain explains everything you need to know about SpaceX's historic IPO.

Donaldson denies meeting sex abuse accuser to 'nip in the bud' allegations
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) leader, is on trial for 18 sex abuse charges, including one count of rape, all of which he denies.

Eyes on the (round) ball
As attention turns from oval-ball footy to the beautiful game, the Herald’s expert writers are on the ground in North America to bring you the action from the FIFA World Cup.

Chiefs put champs to the sword
Tupou Vaa’i finishes a sensational Chiefs try against the Crusaders.

Foketi denied by slim margin
Roosters forward Salesi Foketi is denied by the Bunker for a double movement.

Katoa scores sizzling try against Roosters
Dolphins halfback Isaiya Katoa scores the opening try of the match against the Roosters.