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How could a goalkeeper save Rashford's penalty? - MOTD analysis
Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart shares his perspective on the approaches a keeper can take to save a stuttering penalty run-up, following Marcus Rashford's composed finish for Aston Villa in the FA Cup against Preston North End.

Teenager Mensik denies Djokovic 100th title in Miami
Czech teenager Jakub Mensik beats childhood idol Novak Djokovic to win the Miami Open, having come close to withdrawing hours before his first-round match with a knee injury.

Global shares slide as Trump tariffs loom
The US president suggests the new import taxes he is set to announce this week will hit all countries.

Musk gives away $1m cheques ahead of Wisconsin's Supreme Court election
The state's attorney general tried to block the giveaway arguing it was an illegal bid to buy votes.

Record number of illegal sewage spills in Windermere last year
Campaigners identified 140 illegal spill days into the beauty spot in 2024

They met for 30 seconds - she then stalked him for four years
Victims tell BBC Panorama how a prolific stalker posted thousands of abusive messages about them on social media.

Cripps, Bont and Petracca better watch out; the kids are coming for them
It’s young talent time in the AFL, with a host of up-and-coming players making their mark. By season’s end, it’s possible one or more of them will have usurped the league’s modern greats.

Sport’s new top cop warns of integrity risk from cocaine and criminal links
Former AFP chief forensic scientist Sarah Benson has also prioritised rebuilding trust in the global anti-doping system and the safeguarding of children in sport.

Slater's hopes for Turbo after injury
Billy Slater believes Anthony Seibold would be proud of Manly after losing Tom Trbojevic and still managing a win.

They got it wrong: NRL admits four players should have been sin binned for high contact
But the governing body says the lack of action is not a new precedent for the game.

Seven ejected after brawl in Pistons-Timberwolves
Five players and two coaches are ejected after a brawl during the Minnesota Timberwolves' win against the Detroit Pistons.

Fear & Gibson - the best friends who keep rivals close
How an initially "terrible" first practice in Canada evolved into the creation of Britain's most successful ice dancers since Torvill and Dean.

Woman, 32, completes solo Canadian island traverse
Camilla Hempleman-Adams covered 150 miles on foot, in freezing conditions, during her two-week trek.

Protests postponed after pharmacy funding boost
Community pharmacies have delayed protest action after the government agreed a new funding package.

Germany decides to leave history in the past and prepare for war
Russian aggression and US isolationism push a once hesitant Germany to invest heavily in defence.

Primark boss quits after complaint about behaviour
Paul Marchant leaves after an allegation about his behaviour towards a woman "in a social environment".

Jakub Mensik speaks about idol Djokovic after maiden ATP title
ATP youngster Mensik bested Djokovic in dominant fashion to win his maiden title in Miami.

‘Heartbroken’: Lyon calls out Kuhnemann treatment as Green provides injury update
Australia’s champion spinner said he felt for Matt Kuhnemann after his bowling action was questioned.

Andrew Krakouer dead at 42
Former Richmond and Collingwood player Andrew Krakouer is dead at 42, having reportedly suffered a heart attack.

Billy’s HUGE CALL on the Bulldogs: Billy Slater Podcast Ep06
Billy Slater breaks down all the big talking points from the weekend of footy, starting with how teams had to adapt in wild weather. He shares his thoughts on Turbo’s injury, DCE’s future, and why he’s so impressed with the Bulldogs. Plus, he dives into every match-up from the Sea Eagles vs Eels to the Broncos vs Dolphins, and wraps up with listener questions and the coveted Billy M Awards.