England head coach Thomas Tuchel says he "loved the reaction" his side gave after the break following a "complicated" first half against Croatia.

Tuchel 'loved the reaction' after England's 'complicated' first half

A cemetery at the epicentre of the outbreak is rapidly filling up, however large traditional funerals have been scrapped.

Volunteers in blue scrubs, rubber boots and white gowns carry a coffin towards a dug grave. A few people, including one holding a spade, watch on from the side.

'I buried my parents one day after the other' - Ebola mourners learn how to grieve safely

Wayne Rooney praises Thomas Tuchel for his attacking substitutions in England 4-2 World Cup win over Croatia.

Rooney 'loved' Tuchel's substitutions

Liverpool are set to sign winger Victor Munoz from Osasuna after triggering his release clause.

Liverpool trigger winger Munoz's £34.6m release clause

BBC World Cup pundits Joe Hart and Wayne Rooney analyse Harry Kane's change in techniques and the amount of work he puts in when it comes to taking penalties.

England's Harry Kane scores from the penalty spot

Hart impressed by Kane's attention to detail with penalties

Joe Hart, Wayne Rooney and Mark Chapman discuss whether goalkeepers are struggling to get to grips with the World Cup ball, after a number of long range goals.

Are goalkeepers struggling with the World Cup ball?

Tuchel was 'amazing' at half time - Rice

England players were on the receiving end of a half-time reproach from manager Thomas Tuchel as their World Cup campaign got off to a victorious start against Croatia.

Thomas Tuchel embraces a group of England players

'If we lose, we lose in our way' - how Tuchel inspired England at half-time

The structure consisted of two posts that lined up with the solstices 5,000 years ago. 

The image shows Stonehenge. There is a misty sky behind with the full circles of the ancient monument in the foreground. Four sets of two large upright stones, each with another large stone resting across the top, which make up part of the outer circle. The even larger stones of the inner area are visible above those of the outer circle. Green grass surrounds the monument on all sides. 

Simpler, older version of Stonehenge found three miles from famous site

Harry Kane feels England were at their "best level" in the second half of their 4-2 win over Croatia after giving up their lead twice in the first half of the game.

England at 'best level' in second half against Croatia - Kane

But researchers say its still possible to trick the AI chatbot into producing graphic content.

A tablet with the black and white ChatGPT logo on it, being held by two hands

ChatGPT can be made to generate sexualised and violent images, researchers find

Bellingham 'has a chip on his shoulder'

England's Jude Bellingham says he "put the noise aside" to focus on their World Cup opener against Croatia and is pleased to have contributed a goal in a 4-2 win.

Bellingham 'put noise aside' ahead of England win over Croatia

One person described being knocked unconscious before hearing people shouting and seeing people on the floor.

The outside of a train carriage, which is visibly damaged. It is partly obscured by the branches and leaves of a hedge in front of it. 

Train crash that killed one man and injured four others could have been avoided

As the delivery vehicles increasing take to US streets, bans and protest groups are springing up.

A delivery robot on a sidewalk in Chicago

'We had to get out of the way': The backlash over delivery robots

The long-awaited final report is expected to reveal the extent of the mistreatment of patients at the hospital.

Glynn Brown has short white hair. He is wearing a lilac shirt, purple tie and black suit, holding a framed photo of a young man, who is wearing a blue tracksuit top over a T-shirt. He has a hand raised to his face and is smiling.

I did it for my son, says campaigner ahead of Muckamore abuse report

A new study finds that hundreds of lives have been saved since school-age girls were offered the HPV jab in 2008.

A school girl wearing a white shirt and navy blue tie looks towards her arm where someone's hand in a green plastic glove is holding a syringe and pressing a ball of cotton wool against her arm.

Cervical cancer deaths fall to zero in young women given vaccine

The Bank last cut interest rates in December but upheaval in the Middle East has stalled any further reductions.

Bank of England building exterior looking up from ground level.

Interest rates expected to be held by Bank of England

The Major Oak is thought to have stood for more than 1,000 years in the heart of Nottinghamshire's Sherwood Forest.

A recent image of the Major Oak, taken in 2026

Ancient 'Robin Hood' tree is dead, experts say

Micah Richards is delighted with England's 4-2 win over Croatia and the performance of "big game player" Jude Bellingham.

Bellingham is a big game player - Richards

It is one of the most divisive debates since the country legalised the end-of-life policy a decade ago. 

Fall leaves surround the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill. It has a green roof and features a large clock. At the top of its roof is a Canadian flag. 

Canada should 'indefinitely exclude' people with mental illness from assisted dying, report says

England make a winning start to their World Cup 2026 campaign, beating Croatia 4-2 in a thrilling match in Dallas.

England hit four in World Cup opener against Croatia 

Chase died from sepsis following a bout with meningitis in a Los Angeles hospital, her longtime manager told the BBC. 

Actress Daveigh Chase smiles while looking over her shoulder at the 2011 premier of her HBO series Big Love.



The Ring and Lilo & Stitch actress Daveigh Chase dies aged 35

England sing Wonderwall with fans

Japan needs to revisit the pacifist posture that has defined it since World War Two, Shinjiro Koizumi says.

Japan ramping up defence is 'critical' to prevent war, Defence Minister Koizumi tells BBC

Listen to BBC Radio 5 Live commentary, and follow updates as Ghana takes on Panama in Group L.

Panama and Ghana pushing for an opener in England's group

Rashford caps a brilliant move

Tuchel loved this goal...

Two midfield maestros link up

Fans from London to Zagreb celebrated the goals scored by their teams - England and Croatia.

Croatia fans celebrating on the left, and England fans on the right

Hugs, cheers and pints: Fans react to England v Croatia

Substitute Marcus Rashford scores for England to seal a 4-2 win over Croatia in their opening Group L match at the 2026 Fifa World Cup.

Substitute Rashford guides home England's fourth against Croatia

Tottenham Hotspur have joined the list of clubs who are interested in Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali.

Spurs join clubs interested in Tonali

The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue breaks down the 14-paragraph memorandum of understanding between both two countries.

Gary O'Donoghue in the BBC's DC newsroom, with a computer behind him showing the BBC website, and Trump at a podium next to him in a composite

Three key takeaways from US-Iran agreement

The funding commitment is part of the Welsh government's supplementary budget for the next financial year.

A hospital corridor. A man holds the back of a seat with an elderly patient in which white hair. Another member of staff in blue scubs and a blue face mask walks down the corridor. 

NHS Wales to get £145m boost for waiting lists and hubs

One of Scotland's biggest private landowners - Buccleuch Estates - is behind the plans near Canonbie.

Another computer generated view of a courtyard outside Irvine House with a white exterior and numerous windows and plants situated and some tables and chairs in the foreground

Holiday complex at 18th century country house set for approval

The practice is familiar to anyone from Glasgow, where the Duke of Wellington statue has been wearing a jaunty orange hat since the 1980s.

Statues of different animals in Boston with orange traffic cones on their heads.

Mischievous Scotland fans give Boston's statues traffic cone hats

Residents in Aberdeen South and Arbroath and Broughty Ferry are choosing new members of parliament.

A woman walking in front of a shuttered shop, with a polling station sign in the foreground 

Voters in Scotland head to the polls for Westminster by-elections

Thousands of Scotland fans are staying in Rhode Island - where they have been fundraising for charities as well as enjoying the party atmosphere.

A man with dark hair and dark facial hair wearing all grey, standing next to a smaller bald man who is wearing navy with a saltire on his polo shirt, they are standing in front of a saltire with the world providence written on it. 

Tartan Army has 'brought new life' to America's smallest state

Harry Kane puts England 1-0 up against Croatia with a retaken penalty, after his initial attempt was saved by Dominik Livakovic, who was deemed to be off his line.

Kane puts England ahead against Croatia with retaken penalty

Croatia's Martin Baturina scores from outside the box to make it 1-1 against England in their group L game at the Dallas Stadium in the Fifa World Cup.

Baturina fires Croatia level against England

Harry Kane scores his second goal of the game against Croatia, heading home from a Declan Rice corner to give England a 2-1 lead.

Kane heads England into 2-1 lead against Croatia

Petar Musa scores for Croatia to make it 2-2 against England in their World Cup match in Dallas.

Musa strikes for Croatia to make it 2-2 against England

Baturina scores screamer for Croatia

Anderson's pass, Bellingham's finish

Kane gives England lead with penalty retake

Jude Bellingham gives England a flying start to the second half against Croatia, scoring in the 47th minute to put Thomas Tuchel's side 3-2 ahead at the Fifa World Cup.

Bellingham scores early in second half to put England 3-2 up

Kane is a master at finding space

Olivia Dean announces England goal at gig

Caleb Tutt travelled from Lambeth to a hilltop in Llantrisant to claim his ancient birthright.

A headshot of a man with sunglasses on and a white, purple and green checked shirt. He smiles and is looking slightly off camera. He has his thumb up.

Why one Gen Z Londoner is allowed to graze sheep on land in the Welsh valleys

Three superstars delivered for their countries at the World Cup on Tuesday. But Cristiano Ronaldo could not follow suit on Wednesday as Portugal were held to a surprise draw by DR Congo.

Cristiano Ronaldo looks dejected during Portugal's draw against DR Congo

'Scared to take him off' - Ronaldo struggles after fellow superstars sparkle

A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.

The front pages of Daily Post and South Wales Evening Post

Wales' papers: Missed chance to avoid rail tragedy and £145m plan to save Welsh NHS

Manchester United and Tottenham move for Crysencio Summerville, Chelsea monitor goalkeeper Diogo Costa and target Andrea Cambiaso.

BBC Sport Gossip graphic featuring an image of West Ham's Crysencio Summerville

Man Utd & Spurs move for Summerville - Thursday's gossip

Watch highlights as South Africa get their first victory at the Women's T20 World Cup as they beat Pakistan by two wickets at Edgbaston.

South Africa beat Pakistan for first win of the tournament

The proposal is to remove the three-day wait for an abortion in early pregnancy in the Republic of Ireland. 

Close-up shot of doctor's hands while talking to a patient. A document is sitting on a table. The doctor is wearing grey trousers, a white lab coat and a red bracelet. The patient is wearing trainers, jeans, and a long sleeve top. Both are sitting. 

Dáil passes abortion bill to remove three-day wait

Marizanne Kapp and Annerie Dercksen star as South Africa bounce back from defeat in their opening game, while Pakistan remain winless.

Marizanne Kapp (middle) celebrates taking a wicket with her South Africa team-mates

South Africa bounce back with win over Pakistan

In or out? - Was Kapp rightly dismissed?

Harry Kane was able to give England the lead against Croatia from the penalty spot - but only thanks to the video assistant referee.

I knew stuttered run-up might get keeper off line - Kane

The far-right activist was greeted by protestors as he took part in a debate about Islam at the Oxford Union.

Protesters held up Stand Up to Racism placards ahead of the debate



Protest takes place over Oxford Union Robinson debate

Who was England's biggest attacking threat against Croatia? Alex Howell rates the players - plus have your say.

Who was the biggest attacking threat? England player ratings

Micheál Martin says the video was "clearly very false material" and serves as a reminder to be "vigilant on social media".

A man with thinning grey hair is standing outside in a suit. The background is out of focus.

Irish PM warns about deep-fakes after financial scam video

England fans in Boxpark celebrate first goal against Croatia.

England fans in Boxpark celebrate first goal

England fans in London celebrate first goal

Sir Ken McCallum says he is a fan of the show that has been described as the anti-James Bond.

Gary Oldman has long hair and grown out facial hair. He is on his phone walking through a quiet area of a city with buildings surrounding him.

MI5 boss declares himself a Slow Horses fan

Supporters at watch parties get ready for England's World Cup opener.

Girl with a St George's flag painted on her face smiles at the camera

'This is our year': Fans get ready for England's World Cup opener

Trump has insisted the deal ensures that Iran will never buy, develop or produce a nuclear weapon. But text of the agreement falls short of that.

Ships wait in the Gulf of Oman as the Strait of Hormuz has continued to block traffic 

US-Iran deal leaves core sticking points unresolved - and a $300bn question

The Very Revd Manon Ceridwen James has served as the Dean of Bangor Cathedral since October. 

The Very Revd Manon Ceridwen James. She has short blonde hair and glasses and smiles at the camera. She wears gold trim robes with a gold pattern on. 

New bishop elected at scandal-hit cathedral 

Brest manager Eric Roy has died at the age of 58 after a three-and-a-half year fight with pancreatic cancer.

Eric Roy on the touchline during his time as Brest manager

Brest boss & ex-Sunderland midfielder Roy dies aged 58

England's four-legged fan

The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue breaks down the memorandum of understanding between the two countries.

Gary O'Donoghue in the BBC's DC newsroom, with a computer behind him showing the BBC website

Three key takeaways from US-Iran deal

Councillors approve the motion which was proposed at a meeting on Wednesday.

A wide aerial view of Wakefield's city centre surrounded by a dense residential and commercial area. At the centre of the scene stands a tall, pointed church spire made of dark stone, rising prominently above the surrounding buildings. The church beneath the spire is constructed from similar stone and includes a clock face that is visible on the tower.

Council votes to undeclare climate emergency

England fans arrive in Dallas for the country's World Cup opener.

'It's ace': England fans in Dallas

Bowler Sonny Baker lifts the mood around English cricket on day one of the second Test against New Zealand by staying true to himself after previous horror debuts.

England fast bowler Sonny Baker celebrates taking a wicket

A Sonny day after dark week for English cricket

Alvin Junior Mak explains the inspiration behind the stylish suits he designed for DR Congo's World Cup team.

A group of players of the Democratic Republic of Congo display their outfits designed by Alvin Junior Mak 

The designer behind DR Congo's World Cup suit: 'I wanted to change people's views on Africa'

Vozinha's mum has been granted a visa to travel to the US ahead of Cape Verde's next game against Uruguay.

Vozinha hugging someone after the match against Spain with tears in his eyes.

Cape Verde goalkeeper set to be reunited with his mum

DR Congo come from behind to hold Portugal to a 1-1 draw in their Group K match at the Houston Stadium in the Fifa World Cup.

DR Congo earn World Cup point against Portugal

Fatima hits back-to-back sixes to reach 50 in style

Officers targeted 11 addresses across Aberdeen on Monday and Tuesday and discovered eight cannabis cultivations.

Eight charged after police recover more than £1.3m of cannabis 

David Hunter, who suffocated his wife in 2021, dies in Cyprus aged 78.

David Hunter looking to the right of the camera. He has white, short hair and a white beard. He has a slightly furrowed brow and his mouth is partially open.

Former miner who killed terminally ill wife dies

The 14-paragraph memo includes an end to fighting, an agreement that Iran will never have a nuclear weapon, and a $300bn redevelopment package for Iran.

Trump is seen speaking. He is wearing a blue suit and a tie with the American flag as a pin on it 

What's in the US-Iran agreement that's now in effect

Unite says ICTS HBS security members had unanimously backed action.

Aberdeen airport security staff back strike action in pay row

British tennis stalwart Dan Evans will have to go through qualifying to make the main draw of the men's singles at Wimbledon after missing out on a wildcard.

Dan Evans leaves the court after losing to Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon 2025

Evans misses out on Wimbledon singles wildcard

The fixtures for the 2026-27 Scottish Premiership season are released on Thursday at 12:00 BST - and you can see them on the BBC Sport website and app as soon as they are announced.

Celtic Interim Manager Martin O'Neill and Callum McGregor lift the league title during a William Hill Premiership match between Celtic and Heart of Midlothian at Celtic Park, on May 16, 2026, in Glasgow, Scotland

Scottish Premiership fixture release - all you need to know

Day one recap: Baker and Bethell star but Test remains balanced

Derek McInnes is the latest man to fill the Ibrox hotseat - here are the key issues for Rangers and their new manager.

Derek McInnes will lead Rangers next season after switching from Hearts

What are key issues for Rangers and new manager McInnes?

England & Croatia teams arrive at Dallas Stadium

Diezani Alison-Madueke had been accused of receiving bribes from oil tycoons but was found not guilty by a jury at Southwark Crown Court.

Headshot of Diezani Alison-Madueke looking off-camera wearing a grey brimmed hat with a blue scarf and grey coat.

Ex-Nigeria oil minister cleared in UK bribery trial

Mohammed Azim denies murdering Lily Whitehouse in Oldbury in November.

A man sitting in the back of a police car in a black hoodie. He has a black beard and short black hair

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