What next for heavyweight division after TKV win?

Jeamie 'TKV' Tshikeva's win over Frazer Clarke adds a new dimension to the British heavyweight scene, but what about the rest of the world's big hitters?

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French farm has €90,000 worth of snails stolen

The break-in was "a real blow", says L'Escargot Des Grands Crus, which was preparing deliveries for the holiday season.

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England's Wood set to miss second Ashes Test

England fast bowler Mark Wood is set to miss the crucial second Ashes Test in Brisbane because of concerns over his left knee.

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Proposed R360 series delays launch until 2028

R360, the proposed global rugby series targetting the game's top stars, has pushed back its launch date two years to 2028, raising doubts over the project's viability.

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A war on climate change: Are environmental activists losing the fight?

Chris Packham says conservationists like him have not done enough to protect nature.

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The Flashes - will the Ashes be played on fast forward?

After Australia and England played out the first two-day Ashes Test in 104 years, chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt looks at the reasons why and asks if the rest of the series could be played on fast forward.

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McLaren disqualifications and Verstappen title threat - F1 Q&A

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the Qatar Grand Prix.

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When Luxury Brands Make Woven Leather Bags, He Gets a Call

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England's first-choice batters sit out pink-ball tour match

England pass up the opportunity to send their first-choice batters to gain match practice in an Ashes tour game in Canberra, despite a dismal defeat in the first Test.

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I'd be licking my lips bowling to England - McGrath

Ex-Australia fast bowler Glenn McGrath questions if England's batters have the game to do well in Australia - and warns the Ashes could quickly get away from them.

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Ukraine and U.S. Set for Talks on Trump’s Plan to End War With Russia

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JFK's granddaughter shares terminal cancer diagnosis

Tatiana Schlossberg, 35, says she was diagnosed shortly after giving birth in 2024 and has less than a year to live.

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Who are Premier League kings of the long throw?

Last season 20 goals were scored through throw-in routines in the Premier League. We are only 11 rounds into the 2025-26 campaign and have had 12 goals already from such routines.

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We miss the player and the person - Slot on Jota

In the wake of Andy Robertson's emotional tribute to Diogo Jota, Liverpool boss Arne Slot says his side miss their former player on both a personal and professional level.

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How will World Cup play-offs be determined?

The draw for the World Cup play-offs takes place on Thursday and we now know all 16 participants, and who will get a home semi.

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Two Miss Universe judges quit scandal-ridden pageant

Lebanese-French musician Omar Harfouch is one of two judges who resigned days before the finals in Thailand.

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Will Danish doubts and Hampden roar carry Scotland to World Cup?

Former strikers Billy Dodds and James McFadden assess Scotland's chances of defeating Denmark in Tuesday's World Cup qualification showdown at Hampden Park.

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The Voluptuous Return of ‘Love and Rockets’

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Nations Championship to have north v south finale

The Twickenham finale of next year's new Nations Championship event will pit the north and south of global rugby against each other.

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YouTuber Jack Doherty arrested in Miami on drug possession charges

The influencer, who has over 15 million subscribers on YouTube, is known for filming provocative videos involving pranks and stunts.

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Italy fighting to avoid another 'apocalyptic' World Cup failure

Four-time winners Italy are one of the most successful nations in World Cup history - but are in danger of missing the finals for the third successive time.

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Wales' seismic day with huge amount at stake

Wales' men's rugby union and football sides play on the same day for the first time in more than six years, and there is plenty at stake.

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Reseña de ‘The Carpenter’s Son’: el mito religioso convertido en terror de caricatura

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Chance of snow in UK this week after Storm Claudia clears

As the rains clear, northerly winds will turn our weather much colder next week with the chance of snow in some parts.

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Pope makes warm-up ton but Root and Brook miss out

Ollie Pope makes a century as the majority of England’s top order spend valuable time in the middle in their Ashes warm-up game, though Joe Root and Harry Brook miss out.

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What has led to Liverpool's seven-game winless WSL run?

With just one point from their first seven Women's Super League matches this season Liverpool are not where they want to be, but the January transfer window could be key to their campaign.

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Woman fined £1k for 'fly-tipping envelope'

A woman was tracked down after she left an envelope on some fly-tipped rubbish when her bin was full.

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The Young Women Grappling With an ‘Old Man’s Disease’

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Squid Game star, 81, acquitted of sexual misconduct

The South Korean actor allegedly hugged a woman and kissed her on the cheek against her will.

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India win sparks surge in sales for T20 World Cup

There has been a surge of tickets bought for next summer's Women's T20 World Cup in England following India's victory in the 50-over version.

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Japan Issues Tsunami Advisory After Strong Earthquake Off Its Coast

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Valuable lessons and tough losses - world number one Sabalenka's 2025

How some self-reflection on a mid-season holiday helped Aryna Sabalenka go from near-misses to year-end number one.

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Father of twins at 14 and prison at 18 - reformed Davis set for title shot

British light-middleweight Ishmael Davis tells BBC Sport about his difficult childhood and how he is trying to use his past to be a role model.

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10 Promising Shows at the New York Comedy Festival

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Carre given Wales start with Rees-Zammit on bench

Louis Rees-Zammit and Rhys Carre are primed to make their Test returns against Argentina on Sunday after two years out.

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Boiler Tower at Power Plant in South Korea Collapses, Trapping Workers

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Why Have Two Wandsworth Prisoners Been Mistakenly Released?

Police are hunting for two prisoners mistakenly released in the past week.

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Spurs support Udogie after alleged gun threat

Tottenham say they are supporting Destiny Udogie after confirming their Italy defender was allegedly threatened with a gun by a football agent.

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Missing murder victims' families give each other strength, says sister

Columba McVeigh's sister praises the solidarity and strength of Families of the Disappeared at annual memorial at Stormont.

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New Yorkers could pick a political newcomer to run their city - and take on Trump

From hip-hop musician to the brink of running America's biggest city, how did Zohran Mamdani win over New Yorkers?

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Jennifer Lawrence Regrets Everything She’s Ever Said or Done

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'Nobody owns the sand': The 12-metre fence dividing an affluent beach town

Residents in Sandbanks are arguing over access to a beach which has been fenced off by homeowners.

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