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McIlroy admits concerns as Scheffler regains winning feeling at St Jude
Rory McIlroy says "he felt lost" as he toils to a 66th-place finish - 25 strokes behind champion Scottie Scheffler - at the St Jude Championship in Memphis.
August 16, 2026Raw images, no filters: Why MySpace fans want it back as relaunch hinted
Fans and creators say a revived MySpace must feel personal, not algorithm-driven.
August 9, 2026Price fight now likely to be held in 2027 - Shields
Pound-for-pound star Claressa Shields says a fight with Wales' Lauren Price is now likely to take place in 2027.
August 7, 2026Argentina mark World Cup win over England with National Football Teams Day
The Argentine Football Association announces 15 July as National Football Teams Day to mark Argentina's 2026 World Cup semi-final victory over England.
August 6, 2026Father of teen school shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison
"It is clear you failed as a parent," the judge told Colin Gray, who was found guilty earlier this year on charges stemming from the deadly 2024 school attack.
July 30, 2026Infantino's 'time is up' with Fifa - La Liga boss
La Liga president Javier Tebas calls for Fifa president Gianni Infantino to quit, and claims the governing body is "destroying the football industry".
July 21, 2026Has Saka shown Tuchel he's too good to leave out?
Bukayo Saka’s World Cup hat-trick against France reignited the selection debate and Thomas Tuchel’s decision to leave him out of the semi-final.
July 19, 2026A bit 'blah' or a worthy host? Is MetLife right World Cup final choice?
North America correspondent Nada Tawfik explores the decision to award the World Cup final to MetLife Stadium amid competition from rival venues.
July 18, 2026False nines or firing forwards - England's potential life after Kane
Are England facing the prospect of using a false nine up front once record scorer Harry Kane calls time on his international career?
July 18, 2026Prince William tells England to 'hold heads high'
The Prince of Wales says England has "inspired us all" as he offers his commiserations over the loss to Argentina.
July 16, 2026Atlanta police prepare for Argentina-England World Cup semi-final - Reuters
Atlanta police prepare for Argentina-England World Cup semi-final Reuters
July 15, 2026World Cup final half-time to last up to 25 minutes
The half-time break in Sunday's World Cup final is expected to last between 20 and 25 minutes.
July 14, 2026Atlanta beefs up security ahead of England-Argentina World Cup semi-final - Reuters
Atlanta beefs up security ahead of England-Argentina World Cup semi-final Reuters
July 14, 2026Increased security for England v Argentina tie in Atlanta
Authorities say there will be increased security measures in place for Wednesday's World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina in Atlanta.
July 14, 2026BBC to show England's World Cup semi-final
England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina or Switzerland will be broadcast live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
July 11, 2026England set for open-air Miami heat - but do Norway hold the edge?
England will head into unknown territory at this World Cup when they face Norway in Miami - playing in searing temperatures.
July 11, 2026Egypt fume at 'injustice' and make Messi favouritism claims after exit
BBC Sport unpicks a game that will go down in World Cup history for featuring a team who were two goals down so late on, but who went on to win without needing extra time.
July 7, 2026Plane hit by firework while landing in Chicago
The plane had 52 passengers and six crew onboard. No injuries were reported.
July 5, 2026England fighting history as well as Mexican nation in Azteca cauldron
England will be battling against history as well as entire nation when the face Mexico in the World Cup last 16 at The Azteca, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
July 5, 2026Why England won't fear Mexico or the Azteca - Shearer
Former England captain Alan Shearer explains why Thomas Tuchel's team will not be worried about the difficult conditions when they play Mexico at the Azteca Stadium.
July 4, 2026Gordon was 'already celebrating' before Kane had scored the winner
Anthony Gordon praises England's "togetherness" in their 2-1 victory over DR Congo in their round of 32 match in Atlanta.
July 1, 2026'That was a rocket' - Kane scores winner for England
A "rocket" of a strike from Harry Kane gives England a late lead against DR Congo in Atlanta.
July 1, 2026Dangerous heatwave to hit US ahead of holiday weekend
North America will bake in extreme temperatures amid celebrations for the United States' 250th birthday.
June 30, 2026Could a heatwave make World Cup matches 'unsafe' this week?
Temperatures are expected to soar across parts of the US and Canada this week which could bring significant health impacts to some World Cup matches.
June 29, 2026Shields to fight Scott before potential Price bout
Undisputed heavyweight champion Claressa Shields will drop down to middleweight to fight WBC and WBA champion Kaye Scott on 15 August at State Farm Arena, Atlanta.
June 24, 2026Promotion and relegation in revamped 2028 PGA Tour
Promotion and relegation will be a key element of a revamped PGA Tour from 2028.
June 23, 2026Lil Nas X says he's 'feeling better' after rehab and bipolar diagnosis
The Old Town Road star was arrested last year for attacking police officers and later entered rehab.
June 18, 2026Fans boo, players adapt - the view on World Cup hydration breaks
Supporters are booing them, coaches are using them, players are adapting to them - mid-half hydration breaks are affecting everyone at the World Cup in different ways.
June 18, 2026'Daylight robbery but worth it' - what fans are spending on World Cup
Fans in the US, Canada and Mexico are spending big on tickets, transport and accommodation - is it worth it?
June 16, 2026Uruguay held to 1-1 draw by Saudi Arabia in World Cup opener - Reuters
Uruguay held to 1-1 draw by Saudi Arabia in World Cup opener Reuters
June 16, 2026Cape Verde frustrate Spain on stunning World Cup debut as Vozinha stars - Reuters
Cape Verde frustrate Spain on stunning World Cup debut as Vozinha stars Reuters
June 15, 20262,500 passes since Spain's last World Cup goal - key stats as Cape Verde earn point
Veteran goalkeeper Vozinha stars and Spain reach 2,500 passes since their last World Cup goal - the key stats as debutants Cape Verde secure a memorable point in Atlanta.
June 15, 2026The costs and challenges facing the 2026 World Cup
The World Cup officially kicked off this week - but alongside the football, there are questions around heat, cost, the environmental impact and travel restrictions.
June 13, 2026South Africa trolled by African fans in wake of World Cup loss
The taunting reflects anger from parts of the continent over reports of xenophobia in South Africa.
June 12, 2026Health experts to screen US wastewater for disease outbreaks during World Cup - Reuters
Health experts to screen US wastewater for disease outbreaks during World Cup Reuters
June 8, 2026US adds Atlanta area airport for Ebola screening, CDC says - Reuters
US adds Atlanta area airport for Ebola screening, CDC says Reuters
May 23, 2026Georgia Democrat David Scott, 80, dies after casting final House vote
The veteran lawmaker's death was confirmed a day after he cast his final vote on the floor of the US House.
April 22, 2026Trump-backed Republican Clay Fuller wins election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene
He will serve out the rest of Marjorie Taylor Greene's term, which ends in January 2027.
April 8, 2026Georgia holds run-off election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene
Greene left Congress earlier this year after a dramatic split with US President Donald Trump.
April 7, 2026Rapper Gucci Mane kidnapped and robbed by fellow artist, prosecutors say
Officials say the hip-hop star was forced to sign papers releasing a rapper known as Pooh Shiesty from his record contract.
April 3, 2026Major US airports return to normal as TSA workers get paid - Reuters
Major US airports return to normal as TSA workers get paid Reuters
March 30, 2026Houston airport wait times reach over four hours amid US travel chaos
Nearly 40% of the security staff at the George Bush airport did not show up - the highest such rate in the country, US media report.
March 26, 2026'Helpful' and 'scary': Travellers react to ICE agents at airports
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been deployed to US airports to assist TSA during the partial government shutdown.
March 24, 2026ICE agents deploy to major US airports as security queues stretch for hours
Hundreds of ICE agents have been deployed to 14 airports, in cities including New York, Atlanta and Houston.
March 23, 2026US says airport delays will worsen as shutdown continues - Reuters
US says airport delays will worsen as shutdown continues Reuters
March 20, 2026Trump says presidents 'should not have learning disabilities' as he mocks Newsom's dyslexia
The National Center for Learning Disabilities said it was "disturbed" by the president's remarks.
March 17, 2026US airline CEOs urge Congress to end shutdown and pay airport workers
Travellers faced long queues at some airports at the weekend, after transport security workers missed their first full paycheck on Friday.
March 16, 2026Charges dropped against Georgia teens whose teacher died during toilet paper prank
The teacher's family had asked for charges, including one of homicide, to be dropped "to prevent a separate tragedy from occuring" over the prank turned fatal.
March 14, 2026Trump says it is not appropriate for Iran to be in soccer World Cup - Reuters
Trump says it is not appropriate for Iran to be in soccer World Cup Reuters
March 12, 2026Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options - Reuters
Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options Reuters
March 12, 2026Georgia race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene heads to a runoff
Republican Clay Fuller is projected to face Democrat Shawn Harris in the 7 April runoff election.
March 11, 2026Strip club collaboration with Hawks cancelled by NBA
The NBA cancels plans by the Atlanta Hawks to hold a promotional collaboration with a strip club at one of their games next week.
March 9, 2026US airport security lines worsen as missed paycheck looms for screeners - Reuters
US airport security lines worsen as missed paycheck looms for screeners Reuters
March 9, 2026Runners to be given prize money after being led off course
Three athletes who were led off course when leading the US half marathon championship will receive compensation after ultimately finishing well outside the top three.
March 4, 2026Guilty verdict for US father of teenage school shooter
Prosecutors say Colin Gray, 55, could have prevented his son from killing four people at a high school in Georgia in 2024.
March 3, 2026US debuts suicide drone in Iran after fast-tracked Pentagon procurement - Reuters
US debuts suicide drone in Iran after fast-tracked Pentagon procurement Reuters
March 3, 2026Delta orders 34 more Airbus A321neo jets in fleet renewal push - Reuters
Delta orders 34 more Airbus A321neo jets in fleet renewal push Reuters
February 27, 2026Golden age? Americans doubt Trump's claim of booming economy as midterms near, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds - Reuters
Golden age? Americans doubt Trump's claim of booming economy as midterms near, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds Reuters
February 27, 2026Trump, facing headwinds at home and abroad, to address State of the Union - Reuters
Trump, facing headwinds at home and abroad, to address State of the Union Reuters
February 24, 2026US CDC's Ralph Abraham becomes second top official to leave this month - Reuters
US CDC's Ralph Abraham becomes second top official to leave this month Reuters
February 23, 2026Court allows Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments in schools to take effect - Reuters
Court allows Louisiana law requiring Ten Commandments in schools to take effect Reuters
February 20, 2026OpenAI expects compute spend of around $600 billion through 2030, source says - Reuters
OpenAI expects compute spend of around $600 billion through 2030, source says Reuters
February 20, 2026'Hard to keep lights on' - Business owners cautiously welcome tariff ruling
A toy importer says the Supreme Court decision was a rebuff to "insane fluctuations" in duties.
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