Republic of Ireland plan to play second Israel match, Hallgrimsson says
The coach says Sunday's Nations League fixture in Serbia will proceed, a day after saying the squad would discuss whether to play it after facing Austria.
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Tokyo court says performers’ voices can have publicity rights in Kenjiro Tsuda case
The court set out when commercial use of a performer’s voice may infringe publicity rights, but dismissed Tsuda’s request to remove TikTok videos that had already been deleted.
Yvette Cooper announces wider Healthy Babies support in England’s family hubs
The health secretary says feeding, mental health and parent-baby relationship support will reach up to 1,000 hubs over two years, as ministers seek to restore services...
Jess Fishlock could return to Wales as coach if team beats Albania
Rhian Wilkinson says Wales’ most-capped footballer would join her staff for the next World Cup qualifying play-off round if Wales advance past Albania. Fishlock will not return...
Why UK weather turned unusually warm — and why rain is following
Kew Gardens reached 28.1°C on Tuesday, according to the Met Office. The Atlantic weather system drawing warmth north also explains the wind and rain, with showers forecast to...
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Taiwo Awoniyi graduate from PFA Business School
The Everton midfielder and Coventry striker have pursued sport-directorship studies alongside their playing careers, joining the PFA Business School’s 2026 graduating cohort.
Drumcree residents appeal parade ruling as Bryant prepares further talks
Garvaghy Road residents have appealed a High Court dismissal of their challenge to the parade decision. Tuesday's talks brought no breakthrough, and further meetings were...
Andy Burnham puts EU membership among options for Britain’s future
The prime minister says ministers will weigh staying with current arrangements, a customs union, the single market and full EU membership before he sets out a longer-term approach.
Sam Underhill to miss England’s November matches after biceps rupture
The Bath flanker needs surgery after an injury against Harlequins. Bath expect him back in December or January, but have set no firm return date.
Metropolitan Opera to offer 70,000 free tickets to New Yorkers through lottery
New York City and the Met say eligible residents can enter a monthly lottery for free seats during the 2026–27 season. Here is what the announced rules establish.
SMILE mission cleared for science operations as X-ray imaging work continues
ESA says its joint mission with the Chinese Academy of Sciences is ready to study how the solar wind affects Earth. Its ultraviolet camera has recorded auroras, but the X-ray...
Ben Stokes heads to Adelaide after Durham title as county plans remain open
The former England captain has signed for a full Big Bash season with Adelaide Strikers. Durham's new director of cricket expects him to keep playing for the county, but no...
Esteban Ocon to leave Haas after 2026 Formula 1 season
Haas has confirmed it will part ways with Esteban Ocon at the end of 2026. The team has not named a replacement, and Ocon says he intends to continue in Formula 1.
Bank of England warns financial risks are more connected as it holds bank buffer at 2%
The Financial Policy Committee says higher bond yields, growing AI-related borrowing and operational threats could reinforce one another, while judging UK banks resilient.
Dangote and Ruto break ground on Lamu refinery as land dispute remains unresolved
The planned $16 billion refinery would process 700,000 barrels of crude a day, but a Kenyan court order may affect work at the site ahead of an October hearing.
Callum Sheedy surprised as header in Cardiff win over Scarlets goes viral
The Cardiff fly-half says he used his head in a split-second attempt to move the ball past Blair Murray, then discovered the clip had spread online after the match.
Huel ad banned after watchdog finds it suggested shakes could replace all meals
The UK Advertising Standards Authority said an ultramarathon anecdote made an exclusively Huel diet appear acceptable and implied an unauthorised endurance claim.
How Japan took India to the final ball after a typhoon soaked the Sano cricket ground
Japan lost by two runs in a five-over match against India on 22 September. New reporting describes the preparations, diplomacy and overnight cleanup behind the fixture.