Chaotic state of football in Brazil epitomises a nation where greed has conquered glory | Jonathan Liew
The national game merely reflects the mood in a divided nation which is going to the polls with very little faith in the power of democracy
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Lupin review – the French super-thief is magnetic in his blockbuster return
The bizarrely salient French crime smash is higher stakes than ever – and its Houdini-style thrills are complemented with some interesting questions around race and infamy
Entertainment
Murder on the dancefloor: are phones, drugs and chatter killing off dancing?
Viral pleas for punters to stop yapping have divided clubland. With ketamine and social media also altering behaviour, DJs and dancers weigh in on how sacred a space the club...
Sports
'That's what I do' - Wade keeps cool as history approaches
Christian Wade has 100 Prem tries, one behind the all-time record held by Chris Ashton, and the Newcastle Red Bulls winger has shown no signs of slowing down.
Sports
James enjoys dream home debut in 76ers comeback win
LeBron James says his home debut was "everything that I dreamed of and more" after the Philadelphia 76ers turned boos into cheers by overhauling a 29-point deficit to beat the...
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Infantino re-election hopes boosted by Asia support
Gianni Infantino's hopes of being re-elected Fifa president are enhanced by an endorsement from the Asian Football Confederation.
Politics
Jordon Steele-John’s position remains in limbo as Greens prepare for moment in spotlight
David Shoebridge’s newly-minted leadership under pressure over handling of misconduct allegations as Senate estimates looms
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What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas for England
England face Australia at the Women's Rugby League World Cup on Saturday determined to show they have moved on from the nightmare of their last meeting in Las Vegas 19 months ago.
Entertainment
Nocturne to The One About Matthew Perry: the seven best shows to stream this week
Stephen Graham nails another standout performance as a serial killer in a creepy thriller. Plus, laughter and tears in an intimate look at the life of the late Friends star
Business
‘We’ve lost a basic sense of politeness’: UK readers reveal daily reality of public transport
Regular users detail their frustrations – and question whether Andy Burnham’s crackdown on antisocial behaviour will actually work
World
‘A form of anti-status status’ – how much would you pay for a plain tote bag?
The ubiquitous carrier has been given a four-figure makeover. But why has an everyday bag associated with running errands and US supermarkets become so aspirational?
Technology
Apple Watch Ultra 4 review: longer battery life but still awaiting new features
Biggest Apple smartwatch gets better health tracking and new readiness tools with a battery and chip boost in preparation for controversial audio AI
World
At Cop17, the pressure is on to rescue a deal that could end the destruction of nature
As world leaders struggle to meet deadlines to halt nature loss set four years ago, a rare leopard in host country Armenia offers a symbol of what is at stake
Sports
The World Treadmill Championship - pitching elite runners against amateurs
Everyday runners are being given the chance to compete alongside elite athletes in the first World Treadmill Championship, a new global 5km competition.
Sports
All you need to know about Challenge Cup final
Ahead of Saturday's Women's Challenge Cup final, BBC Sport NI tells you all you need to know as holders Cliftonville take on rivals Glentoran.
Sports
Have Man Utd become the unmanageable club?
The cycle of doom that has engulfed every Manchester United manager since Sir Alex Ferguson now has Michael Carrick in its unforgiving grip, writes Phil McNulty.
Sports
Son of Wallabies great named in spring tour squad as Les Kiss turns to new faces
Teddy Wilson and Tom Lambert part of 33-man group as Australia prepare to face England, Scotland and Wales in the Nations Championship
World
Friday briefing: How a leaderless student group is challenging power in Serbia
In today’s newsletter: Born from the fury surrounding the deadly Novi Sad station collapse, Serbia’s Student List has taken its protests all the way to the elections in an...