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  • Fastest World Cup to 100 goals in 68 years - are balls and breaks behind it?

  • #EkitiDecides2026: APC secures victory in PDP candidate’s stronghold

  • TCN sensitises Ebonyi communities on protection of power installations

  • Three men killed following fire in west London

  • Doku criticised over plan to return home for birth

  • Why an AI company cleaned my New York City apartment for free

  • Why the social media ban is about so much more than social media

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  • Australia news live: arrival of H5N1 bird flu a ‘genuine wildlife emergency’, experts say; fuel excise rebate extended at reduced rate

    Guardian World · Jun 20

  • Fastest World Cup to 100 goals in 68 years - are balls and breaks behind it?

    BBC Sport · Jun 20

  • #EkitiDecides2026: APC secures victory in PDP candidate’s stronghold

    Premium Times Nigeria · Jun 20

  • TCN sensitises Ebonyi communities on protection of power installations

    Premium Times Nigeria · Jun 20

  • Three men killed following fire in west London

    BBC UK · Jun 20

  • Doku criticised over plan to return home for birth

    BBC Sport · Jun 20

  • Why an AI company cleaned my New York City apartment for free

    BBC Technology · Jun 20

  • Why the social media ban is about so much more than social media

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Fastest World Cup to 100 goals in 68 years - are balls and breaks behind it?

The 2026 World Cup becomes the fastest edition of the tournament to hit 100 goals since 1958 - with the landmark reached in the 33rd game. But what is behind the scoring spree?

June 20, 2026

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Doku criticised over plan to return home for birth

Winger Jeremy Doku is criticised for saying he wants to leave Belgium's World Cup camp to be with his wife when she gives birth to their first child.

June 20, 2026

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Undav scores twice as Germany fight back to beat Ivory Coast

Deniz Undav rescues Germany with his second-half double helping them to come from behind to defeat Ivory Coast and book their place in the knockout stages of the World Cup.

June 20, 2026

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Newcastle reject Spurs bid of about £80m for Tonali

Newcastle United reject a bid from Tottenham Hotspur for midfielder Sandro Tonali of about £80m.

June 20, 2026

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Mark Hughes' son Alex dies aged 38

Wales legend Mark Hughes says he is "totally heartbroken" after the death of his son Alex aged 38.

June 20, 2026

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Country music fan Kane leaves Ella Langley gig early to make curfew

Harry Kane and Dan Burn were among the England players at a concert of US country music star Ella Langley, but had to leave early to make their curfew.

June 20, 2026

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England close in on T20 semis spot with victory over Scotland

England put on an impressive batting display to defeat Scotland by 38 runs in their ICC Women's T20 World Cup Group Two match at Headingley.

June 20, 2026

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Impressive England beat Scotland to close on semis

England's batting sparkles again as the hosts close on a place in the T20 World Cup semi-finals with an 38-run victory over Scotland at Headingley.

June 20, 2026

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Teenager dies after accident at Donegal Rally

A teenage spectator has died in an accident at the Donegal International Rally on Saturday and the remainder of the event has been cancelled.

June 20, 2026

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Scotland expects: What is behind McTominay's understated World Cup?

Some are suggesting Scott McTominay has not had the expected impact for Scotland at the World Cup, but is that fair on the Napoli midfielder?

June 20, 2026

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Hunt and Glave win British 100m titles

Amy Hunt retains her British 100m title while Romell Glave becomes the men's 100m champion for the first time.

June 20, 2026

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Scotland 0-1 Morocco: Unique angles and behind the scenes

All the unique angles, and everything the TV cameras didn't show you, from Scotland's 1-0 defeat by Morocco at the 2026 World Cup in North America.

June 20, 2026

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Netherlands thrash Sweden to all but guarantee last-32 place

Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo score two goals apiece as the Netherlands cruise past Sweden 5-1 to all but mathematically guarantee a place in the last 32 of the World Cup.

June 20, 2026

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Can 'best Northampton team ever' become one of English rugby's greats?

Does Northampton Saints' second Prem Rugby title in three seasons suggest a dynasty is being built at the club?

June 20, 2026

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Watch: Today at the Test - fourth day highlights

Day 4 highlights from the second Test match between England and New Zealand.

June 20, 2026

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Tongue admits England have missed absent Stokes

Pace bowler Josh Tongue admits England have missed absent captain Ben Stokes as they head for a heavy defeat in the second Test against New Zealand.

June 20, 2026

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Real Madrid deny contact with Bayern's Olise

Real Madrid deny reports linking them with Bayern Munich and France winger Michael Olise.

June 20, 2026

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Root stands firm as England head towards final‑day defeat

Watch the highlights as Joe Root stands between England and defeat in the second Test against New Zealand where a world record of 463 runs is needed to win at The Oval.

June 20, 2026

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Gakpo fires home the 100th goal of this World Cup

Cody Gakpo scores the 100th goal of this World Cup as he his second of the game to put Netherlands 4-0 ahead against Sweden.

June 20, 2026

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Root 'like a fine wine' as he passes 14,000 Test runs

Former England bowlers Steven Finn and Phil Tufnell pay tribute to Joe Root as the England batter became the second man after Indian great Sachin Tendulkar to reach 14,000 Test runs.

June 20, 2026

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Thunder beat Pulse to win Super League Grand Final

Manchester Thunder beat defending champions London Pulse to win the 2026 Netball Super League Grand Final in front of a crowd of 8,000 in their home city.

June 20, 2026

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Stokes hits 95 for Durham while England struggle

Dropped England captain Ben Stokes makes 95 for Durham against Northamptonshire as the national side seemingly slip towards defeat by New Zealand in the second Test.

June 20, 2026

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Two spectators injured in Donegal Rally accident

Two spectators have been taken to hospital and Saturday's final two stages have been cancelled after an accident at the Donegal International Rally.

June 20, 2026

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Saka trains alone as England prepare for Ghana game

Bukayo Saka was the only player not present in group training as England continued their preparations for their second World Cup match against Ghana.

June 20, 2026

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Brobbey scores twice against Sweden

Brian Brobbey scores twice in the first half in Netherland's World Cup match with Sweden.

June 20, 2026

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Northampton beat Exeter to win Prem Rugby title

George Hendy's two tries secure Northampton Saints the Prem title with victory over Exeter Chiefs at Allianz Stadium.

June 20, 2026

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Fritz beats Zverev again to reach Halle final

Taylor Fritz's impressive form on grass continues as he beats French Open champion Alexander Zverev to reach the final in Halle.

June 20, 2026

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Root drags England fight into final day against NZ

Joe Root stands between England and defeat in the second Test against New Zealand on a day when absent captain Ben Stokes makes 95 for Durham.

June 20, 2026

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Injury concern for Mooney as Australia beat Netherlands

Beth Mooney smashes a half-century but retires hurt as Australia complete a comfortable 98-run victory over the Netherlands to maintain their unbeaten start to the Women's T20 World Cup.

June 20, 2026

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Almeraq completes return from 'horror fall' with Ascot win

Almeraq prevails in a photo finish to beat a quality international field in the Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot.

June 20, 2026

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Root makes history & hits half-century

Watch the best of Joe Root England against New Zealand on day four of the men's Test Match series.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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How does qualification for the World Cup knockout stage work?

With the second round of group-stage matches under way, we assess who can play who in the knockout rounds - and how they can get there.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Wigan thrash York to move up to fourth

Jai Field and Noah Hodkinson both score hat-tricks as Wigan Warriors thrash York Knights.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Cerundolo's best shots sink Nakashima to reach Queen's final

Argentina's Francisco Cerundolo beats USA's Brandon Nakashima 6-7(5), 6-3, 6-4, to progress to the finals in the Queen's Club Championships.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Referee told McGinn penalty denied as ball going out of play

Referee Ilgiz Tantashev told John McGinn he turned down his claim for a penalty against Morocco because the ball was going out of play, the Scotland midfielder's brother, Stephen, says.

June 20, 2026

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Captain Doris ruled out of Ireland matches

Ireland captain Caelan Doris will miss July's Nations Championship matches with Australia, Japan and New Zealand with a foot injury.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Sabalenka loses deciding set 6-0 to Pegula in Berlin

Aryna Sabalenka loses another deciding set without winning a game as Jessica Pegula beats the world number one to reach the Berlin Open final.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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England struggle as Jamieson gets two wickets in an over

Watch as New Zealand's Kyle Jamieson removes England's Emilio Gay and Jacob Bethell in the fourth over of day four of the Second Test at The Oval.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Boston bounce sends Scotland to Miami with hope and no fear

Scotland and their fans head to Miami for a World Cup date with destiny after making memories in Boston to last a lifetime.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Root becomes second batter to reach 14,000 Test runs

Watch the moment England's Joe Root reaches 14,000 test runs, becoming only the second man to do so after former Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Why Kane is different at this World Cup - Shearer

Former England captain Alan Shearer explains what has changed for Harry Kane since his struggles at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Curacao's trailblazer doctor on football's big stage

Dr Suzanne Huurman is head of medical staff for Curacao's national men's side - the World Cup's smallest ever team by population and size.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

Via BBC Sport

Oh, brother! The sibling rivals lining up for different World Cup teams

Sibling rivals are lining up for different teams at the World Cup, with seven pairs of brothers in total at this tournament.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Oxford United sack head coach Bloomfield

Oxford United sack head coach Matt Bloomfield following their relegation to League One.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Why are so many World Cup goals being scored late?

World Cup 2026 is witnessing a surge in late goals. Longer stoppage times, tactical substitutions and hydration breaks are reshaping matches

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Cooper on Wales' radar amid Bellamy's Burnley links

Wales are preparing for head coach Craig Bellamy's possible move to Burnley with a shortlist of potential successors which includes former Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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'Everything I do is for you' - how tragedy is driving Diomande

BBC Sport explores how exciting young Ivory Coast Yan Diomande is determined to succeed at the World Cup in honour of his sister.

June 20, 2026

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White House in talks over Iran travel restrictions

The White House is considering changing the strict travel restrictions Iran are facing at the 2026 World Cup.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Rousey and Paul taunt UFC over White House viewing figures

Ronda Rousey and Jake Paul taunt the UFC and Dana White for failing to break Most Valuable Promotions' MMA record audience figure with the White House event.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Who am I? Guess World Cup star No 13

Will you get today's player in as few attempts as possible?

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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10-man Paraguay knock out Turkey despite Almiron red card

Watch highlights as 10-man Paraguay win despite Miguel Almiron's red card, eliminating Turkey from the 2026 World Cup.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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World Cup first as Almiron sent off for covering mouth

Watch Miguel Almiron become the first player to be sent off under new rules preventing players from covering their mouths during a game at the 2026 World Cup, with the Paraguay midfielder shown red in a win over Turkey.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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World Cup still waits for real Brazil to show up

While rivals Argentina and France have impressed in the United States, Brazil have struggled to hit top form - despite a 3-0 win over minnows Haiti.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Almiron first player sent off for covering mouth

Paraguay's Miguel Almiron is the first player to be shown a red card for covering his mouth while speaking to an opponent - doing so during the World Cup match against Turkey.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Cunha scores twice as Brazil beat Haiti

Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha scores twice as Brazil comfortably beat Haiti - who become the first team to be eliminated from the 2026 World Cup.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Uzbeks to beat DR Congo? The reality of Scotland's qualification mental gymnastics

Uzbeks to beat DR Congo? Argentina to run riot? Favours from England? BBC Scotland weighs up the permutations needed for Scotland to progress.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Flawed but relentless Scotland show themselves as men of substance

Morocco threatened to blow Scotland away early on, but Steve Clarke's squad showed their resilience despite defeat, writes Tom English.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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'Big decisions went against Scotland'

BBC Sport Scotland's Liam McLeod and James McFadden analyse the three key decisions that went against Scotland during their World Cup Group C 1-0 defeat against Morocco.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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Should Scotland have had two penalties & been playing against 10 men?

Were Scotland hard done by in Boston in losing 1-0 to Morocco in their second game of the World Cup finals?

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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On another day that's a penalty - Clarke on McGinn claim

Scotland boss Steve Clarke believes the challenge on John McGinn by Neil El Aynaoui was the Tartan Army's strongest penalty claim against Morocco.

June 20, 2026

Sports·BBC Sport·June 2026

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      BBC Sport · Jun 20

    • #EkitiDecides2026: APC secures victory in PDP candidate’s stronghold

      Premium Times Nigeria · Jun 20

    • TCN sensitises Ebonyi communities on protection of power installations

      Premium Times Nigeria · Jun 20

    • Three men killed following fire in west London

      BBC UK · Jun 20

    • Doku criticised over plan to return home for birth

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    • Why the social media ban is about so much more than social media

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    • #EkitiDecides2026: Group demands probe of alleged vote buying, pre-thumbprinted ballots, PVC distribution

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      BBC UK · Jun 20

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