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Ed Sheeran ‘heartbroken’ over conflict in Middle East, apologises to fans
Ed Sheeran's show has been marred by controversy after Macklemore was removed from the tour's US dates over his pro-Palestinian remarks onstage.

Celtic win 'changes game' - but can they reverse Rangers' derby dominance?
Former Celtic captain Scott Brown believes a win for the Scottish champions against Rangers on Sunday "changes the game" after a turbulent week for Martin O'Neill's side.

Hear'Say, 'Snake' & Tony Blair: A Coventry win 25 years in the making
Coventry City's win over Nottingham Forest - thanks to Jay Dasilva's goal - was a victory which was over 25 years in the making following some dark days for the Sky Blues.

From near oblivion to Europe - Brighton celebrate 125th anniversary in style
From obscurity and near oblivion to Premier League and Europe - Brighton celebrate their 125th anniversary.

Maddy Cusack 'more than a number on a shirt' as anniversary falls during inquest delay
The third anniversary of Maddy Cusack's death falls during a pause in the footballer's inquest.

Sex and dating for the sandwich generation - Sharon Horgan on her latest comedy Youth
"It's really weird watching yourself age on screen because that's not fun," Horgan reveals.

Cultural treasures are being destroyed by war, and people want justice
A cauldron of conflicts is bubbling across the world, with cultural monuments being destroyed. These people are fighting against it.

The deadly new drugs reshaping Scotland's fight against addiction
Experts warn potent new substances are making an already deadly crisis more dangerous.

Strictly returns with new hosting trio as celebrities find out dance pairings
Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe take over from long-running presenting duo Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.

Crowd footage of umpires being pelted
Hawthorn fans pelted debris and bottles at umpires after the game.

Thousands of seats on flights added for AFL grand final after Lions victory
The Brisbane Lions have secured their fourth finals appearance in a row, and will take on the Fremantle Dockers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground next weekend.

Carrick has faith in VAR despite derby error
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick still has faith in VAR despite the derby blunder that cost his side in their home defeat by Manchester City

'Greater things to come,' says Mitchell after England winning run ends
Head coach John Mitchell says England's thrilling draw with Canada will inspire "greater things to come" from the world champions despite the result ending their record-breaking winning streak.

Brighton humbling 'a big lesson' for Arsenal - Arteta
An uncharacteristic performance from Arsenal saw the Gunners ship three goals in the defeat to Brighton - but could the loss be the "big lesson" they needed?

The Papers: 'Gaslit by the King' and 'McCann suspect's book plot'
Earl Spencer's memoir and plans for the chief Madeleine McCann suspect to write a book lead Sunday's papers.

Premier League fans and players honour Noah Woods
Everton and Ipswich supporters and players pay tribute to the three-year-old, who died this week.

'People forget we exist': Why older LGBTQ+ community fears losing identity
A report suggests older LGBTQ+ people experience more social isolation than their heterosexual peers.

Our head teacher was an abuser. We joined forces to get justice - now we're married
Students spent years collecting evidence against their Indonesian principal, before falling in love.

Ed Sheeran admits 'mistakes' as he addresses Macklemore controversy
The mega-star singer spoke about the issue at his first concert since rapper Macklemore was removed from his tour and other artists dropped out.

Hawks pair likely to face scrutiny for umpire discussion
The Sunday Footy Show panel discuss the scenes after the siren after the Hawks' loss to the Brisbane Lions.