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'Red rag to a bull' - Sabalenka's extra motivation to win US Open

Aryna Sabalenka has lost the world number one ranking to Elena Rybakina - but has the chance to take revenge in the US Open final.

Teen fell off bike fleeing police but things got much worse when they retraced his steps

Corben Pearson was eventuallly found hiding in a bush

Liverpool XI vs Fulham: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Premier League today

Reds handed fitness boost ahead of return to Premier League action

Travel restriction alert for Edinburgh drivers as Radio 2 in the Park lands in Stirling

Stirling Council and Traffic Scotland have warned of major road closures and travel disruption as BBC Radio 2 in the Park 2026 is taking place in Stirling from 11–13 September

What can halt Fifa’s authoritarian turn under Infantino? Change from the outside | Jules Boykoff

The World Cup and its aftermath made clear that Fifa needs independent oversight by governments and NGOs dedicated to preserving the people’s game The 2026 World Cup was a whirling swirl of scintillating soccer that pro…

The hill I will die on: Comedians should not be hot | Amy Annette

People making a living from being funny should be exempt from the beauty rules the rest of society plays by It’s a fact that being funny is an evolutionary trait, developed by the unattractive to entice the very good-lo…

Lebanon’s president visits southern city as fears of Israeli attacks grow

Ratepayers are being squeezed while councils sit on £566m

"If councils want residents to pay more, they need to be able to explain why the £566 million already sitting in reserve isn't enough"

Northumbria Police statement on Newcastle city centre protests with 'legal orders' in place

Officers will be in the city with the force being 'informed of the protests' which are planned for today

Donald Trump Ireland visit LIVE updates as US president arrives in Dublin ahead of Irish Open trip

The US President is expected to attend the Irish Open in Co Clare

Man left with serious face wound after being attacked by man wielding knife in Leamington

Police are investigating the broad daylight incident

Woman in hi-vis urged to 'contact police' investigating Midlands courier fraud scam

A woman withdrew cash from her account after being contacted someone she believed to be a 'police officer'

New log and wood burner rule changes being considered under Andy Burnham

The government is consulting on the changes

13 of the richest Leeds celebrities and their estimated net worth - from Mel B to Damien Hirst

Leeds has been the home of many famous faces - including the richest artist in the world!

MoD denies ‘military jet’ error caused air traffic control outage

The disruption has prompted calls for Martin Rolfe, chief executive of air traffic services provider Nats, to resign.

Man charged over Glasgow's Possilpark tenement fire amid 'local lies over asylum seekers'

The empty building on Stoneyhurst Street in Possilpark was undergoing renovations at the time of the fire.

National Lottery EuroMillions winning numbers Friday September 11

The estimated jackpot is massive

Educating future generations on 9/11 is important in an increasingly dangerous world

For people old enough to remember, 9/11 will forever be etched in their conscience. It wasn’t just America that was stunned by the terrible events of that fateful day 25 years ago. People remember exactly where they wer…

London Gatwick: Delays and cancellations on Saturday, September 12, following 'UK-wide air traffic control technical issue'

These are the delays and cancellations to and from London Gatwick on Saturday, September 12, following the UK-wide air traffic control technical issue earlier this week.

State pensioners can get bumper £8,150 payouts for rest of life

You’ll get monthly, quarterly or annual payments. They can last for the rest of your life or for a fixed period.

'Nudity filters' planned for all phones as Sheffield MP backs legislation to tackle child sexual exploitation

“Children and young people in Sheffield Heeley should be able to use technology without being exposed to the risks of sexual exploitation, abuse and grooming”

TUI slashes October half-term holiday prices for families flying from Manchester Airport

Families could save up to £350

Plans for 'small' children's home met with objections over parking

Plans for children's home for up to three children

Andy Burnham's driveway rule change has 'major flaw' and will cause 'greater disparity'

Andy Burnham's first act as Prime Minister was to scrap domestic VAT rates, a move expected to reduce the Ofgem price cap by around £45 in October