Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of Brazil's jailed former president, is presenting a strong challenge to Lula, 80, who is seeking a fourth term in office.

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Voters in Brazil to choose between Lula and Bolsonaro's son

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Atlanta United v Chicago Fire

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Philadelphia Union v New England

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DC United v Cincinnati

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Orlando City v New York City

Scotland editor James Cook finds out what life is like on board a ship in an untapped oil field awaiting its fate.

The Petrojarl Rosebank, a floating production, storage and offloading vessel (FPSO) moored above the Rosebank oil field in the North Atlantic

Rosebank: Life on the oil field at the centre of a political storm

Konsa hasn't been overshadowed at Arsenal - Keown 

Everton fan Sarah Halpin reacts to her side's 'disappointing' 2-0 defeat to Arsenal.

Everton fan reacts to 'disappointing' defeat to Arsenal

The chart is full is full of old music and classic songs are dominating streaming services. But why?

Zara Larsson performs onstage during the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival at T-Mobile Arena on September 18, 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada

Why the charts are full of old songs - and so are your playlists

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How one man became the unsung hero of the internet during a cyber-security scramble

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América de Cali v Cúcuta Deportivo

The survivor of a notorious knife murder speaks of his guilt over the way the attack unfolded and the failure to catch the killers.

An old photograph shows a man looking at the camera with his arm around another man, who is looking at a baby held to his left hand side. Both men have short dark hair and are wearing dark clothing. They are in a room with blue wallpaper, which has white polkadot patterns. 

'An IRA boss wanted me dead - my best mate was killed beside me'

The ultra-Orthodox community is resisting being drafted into the Israeli army. But will they now bring down the Netanyahu government?

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The bitter row over military service that could shape Israel's future

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Have Spurs finally turned a corner?

The meticulously-planned visit takes in three countries in nine days - but is not without jeopardy.

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Why the King's Caribbean tour could be 'biggest risk of his reign'

For Bu and Tyapa, the five-year journey from Russia to the Irish countryside was anything but straightforward.

Tyapa (left) and Bu (right) are two large brown bears which are pictured in very small enclosures 

From Russian cages to Irish sanctuary: The five-year rescue journey of Bu and Tyapa

Ukraine needs another satellite internet service, but a decent alternative to Elon Musk's network doesn't exist - yet.

A man, with at least three blankets around him and a drink in his hand, sits on a chair on the side of a street. Next to him is a small picnic table with a starlink terminal on it.

Why is Ukraine so reliant on Starlink and can Europe plug the gap?

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O'Higgins v Cobresal

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León v Toluca

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'No doubt it was a red card' - Keown

More than a million people flocked to Busan to catch a glimpse of the female dusky shark they called Bukangi.

A view of a shark nicknamed "Bukangi" swimming in a canal while visitors watch during an operation to guide it out of the canal at the North Port in Busan, South Korea, October 21, 2026. 

A shark went astray and captured Korea's heart - will she finally make it back to sea?

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Is Emery Villa's best ever manager?

Chelsea fan Savage Dan reacts to defeat by Tottenham and the impact of missing players.

'I feel sick' - Chelsea fan reacts to Spurs defeat

Match of the Day pundit Martin Keown looks at the red card shown to Cole Palmer during Chelsea's 2-0 defeat to Tottenham, with the former Arsenal defender agreeing with the decision and suggesting Palmer was lucky not to receive a straight red for an early incident. 

Should Palmer have been sent off earlier than he was?

Match of the Day pundits Martin Keown and Steph Houghton look at the impact Aston Villa forward Nicolas Jackson had with his two goals in their 2-1 victory over Manchester City, with Keown describing him as a "special talent". 

Nicolas Jackson celebrating a goal for Aston Villa 

How 'special talent' Jackson inspired Villa to victory over Man City

The latest on claims agianst the father of the Duchess of Sussex and comments from the PM on EU free movement feature on Sunday's front pages.

The Sunday Mirrror and Sunday Times newspaper headlines: 'Cops didn't share letter' and 'Burnham open to EU free movement'

'Cops didn't share letter' and Burnham 'open' to EU free movement

Alexander Volkanovski strengthens his claim as the greatest featherweight of all time as he defeated Movsar Evloev inside two rounds at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi.

Alexander Volkanovski celebrates winning at UFC 333 

Volkanovski stops Evloev for record ninth title win

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Chapecoense v Fluminense

American Cameron Laird introduced pumpkin-picking to her husband John's farm 28 years ago.

Rows of orange, yellow and green pumpkins lie in rows infront of a large "pumpkins" sign and a Halloween skeleton prop.

The Californian whose pumpkin patch dream took root in Fife

Maisie Symonds and Manuela Vanegas celebrating Brighton goal 

'It doesn't get better than that' - Symonds' stunning strike

Maisie Symonds scores a 'goal of the season' contender to help Brighton beat West Ham 3-0, securing just their second league win of the season in the Women's Super League. 

Maisie Symonds celebrating goal against West Ham

Symonds scores screamer as Brighton beat West Ham 

Hull City midfielder Darko Gyabi smiling in the sunshine

More Than a Game: Hull City's Gyabi visits local school project

Kimi Antonelli secures pole position for the United States Grand Prix on the weekend on which he can potentially clinch his first world title.

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Antonelli takes US pole on weekend he can win title

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San Lorenzo v Newell's Old Boys

Voters in Sunday's election are choosing between two very different candidates, as Americas correspondent Ione Wells reports from Rio de Janeiro.

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Who are the candidates in Brazil's presidential election?

Spurs fan Kish Patel reflects on his side's 2-0 away win over Chelsea.

'That is how De Zerbi wants to play' - Spurs fan on Chelsea win

Britain's Dalton Smith defends his WBC light-welterweight world title with a split-decision victory over Alberto Puello in a triumphant homecoming in Sheffield.

Dalton Smith celebrates his WBC title defence win over Alberto Puello

Britain's Smith retains title in split-decision win over Puello

Michael Carrick says it is possible to manage Manchester United effectively as he clings on to his job with Bournemouth visiting Old Trafford on Sunday.

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Man Utd not an unmanageable club - Carrick

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Palmeiras v RB Bragantino

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New York RB v Inter Miami

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Vasco da Gama v Corinthians

Tottenham end Saturday's Premier League action in 12th place, their highest league position since 2 January. Are they finally on their way back?

Tottenham players celebrate beating Chelsea

The candid meeting that 'changed' Spurs - are they finally on way back?

"This election is our last best chance to at least rein in some of the foolishness of this administration," Obama said.

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Obama attacks Trump as he campaigns for Democrats ahead of midterm elections

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Littler into Euros last eight, holder Van Veen out

Fulham fan John Charles says his side deserved their late win over Coventry and praises Alvaro Arbeloa's decision-making. 

Fulham fan left ‘absolutely buzzing’ after win over Coventry

Britain's Hannah Klugman will face Elsa Jacquemot of France in Sunday's Lexus Wrexham Open singles final.

Klugman to face Jacquemot in Wrexham Open final

Laura Aikman was revealed at the start of the 2024 Christmas show as Smithy's bride-to-be Sonia.

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Gavin and Stacey star revealed finale secret to Strictly friend

Graham Anthony says his mum Margaret Owen was asking for help "and sometimes screaming in pain".

Margaret Owen is led down in a hospital bed, with a breathing tube under her nose. She has short silver hair and her eyes are shut. 

My 93-year-old mother waited 10 hours on the floor for an ambulance

Brighton defender Luka Vuskovic is being looked at by high-profile clubs, Liverpool do not intend to bring Trent Alexander-Arnold back, AC Milan are targeting Manchester United's Leny Yoro, plus more. 

Liverpool among clubs keen on Vuskovic - Sunday's gossip

Ospreys do the double over Dragons in the United Rugby Championship in their winning return to St Helen's.

Morgan Morris celebrates an Ospreys try against Dragons

Ospreys thump Dragons on return to St Helen's

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'No way!' - This incredible stat shocks our Final Score pundits

Halloween event organiser has explained why she believes she was right to cancel her popular event.

Barbara, a woman with her hair back wears a coat in front of a marquee with fairy lights.

'Cancelling event was a hard decision but it was right'

West Ham Josh Birdi reacts to his side's 3-2 defeat to Southampton.

'Papering over cracks' - West Ham fan reacts to 3-2 defeat

Andy Robertson as his post-match interview 

'We believe in ourselves' - Have Spurs turned a corner?

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Talleres de Córdoba v Defensa y Justicia

Derek McInnes demanded a response from his Rangers team after the disappointment of two dropped points at Dundee - and they delivered in emphatic style against St Johnstone.

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Strikers finding form as Rangers bounce back

Brian Barry-Murphy said it was imnportant his players understood what the day meant to supporters and all those impacted.

Cardiff City players link arms as they observe a minute's silence

Cardiff's Aberfan inspiration after emotional tribute

Demonstrations against war and rising living costs took place in several Italian cities.

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Rome protesters blasted by police water cannon

Europe correspondent Nick Beake reports from Paris where mostly peaceful protests turned into unrest after nightfall.

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Fireworks and tear gas as protesters and riot police clash in Paris

BBC Final Score pundit Sam Parkin looks at the weekend's talking points in the EFL, including Huddersfield's fine form and QPR's big win over Swansea.

Huddersfield on top, but difficult days for Derby - Sam Parkin's EFL takeaways 

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Internacional v Botafogo

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Mirassol v São Paulo

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Vitória v Athletico Paranaense

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Gil Vicente v Porto

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Columbus Crew v Toronto

Officials have so far managed to avoid a repeat of last weekend's rioting and looting as hundreds of thousands took part in demonstrations.

People clash with police officers as objects burn at a barricade during a demonstration against the high cost of living in Bordeaux, France.

Almost 1,000 arrested as clashes follow another day of mass protests across France

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso admitted he was disappointed by his side's performance, saying they "could have played better" following their 2-0 defeat by Tottenham at Stamford Bridge. 

'We could have played better' - Alonso disappointed after defeat

Leinster fight back to secure a bonus-point win over Munster in a bruising United Rugby Championship derby at Aviva Stadium. 

Leinster fight back to beat Munster in URC derby

Britain's Dalton Smith retains the WBC light-welterweight title in an absorbing, high-class split-decision win over Alberto Puello.

Britain's Smith defends title in absorbing split-decision win v Puello - recap

Scotland grab a stunning 24-23 victory over Ireland's hurlers in a cliffhanging shinty-hurling international in Cork.

Scotland men beat Ireland in dramatic shinty-hurling international

The road barrier requires repairs and diversions are in place in both directions.

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A11 closed after truck overturns

Tottenham claim just their second victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in 36 years, winning 2-0 as the hosts finish with 10 men after a red card for Cole Palmer. 

Mathys Tel celebrating his goal against Chelsea 

Spurs clinch rare Stamford Bridge win as Palmer sent off

BBC Sport NI looks at title favourites Coleraine's fine start to the Irish Premiership season after the table-topping Bannsiders sweep aside 10-man Crusaders at Seaview.

Brilliant Bannsiders return to summit with big win

Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi describes his side's 2-0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge as "the best since he arrived at the club", adding the win was special given it was against their local rivals. 

Roberto De Zerbi at his post-match interview 

'Best performance since I arrived' - De Zerbi praises Spurs after win

Coventry City fan Conna Chahal on his side's 1-0 home defeat to Fulham.

'This is the saddest I've been after a game this season'

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta says he has been collecting evidence of other managers leaving the technical area during games.

'I have images' - Arteta accuses other managers of leaving technical area

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ADO Den Haag v Heerenveen

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Atletico Madrid v Deportivo de A Coruña

Goals from Ezri Konsa, his first for the club, and Gabriel Magalhaes helped Arsenal beat Everton 2-0 at the Emirates to move level on points with league leaders Manchester City. 

Gabriel celebrating his goal for Arsenal against Everton 

Arsenal beat Everton to go level on points with leaders Man City

Nicolas Jackson scores twice as Aston Villa beat Manchester City 2-1 at Villa Park to end their 100% start to the Premier League season. 

Jackson scores twice as Aston Villa end Man City's perfect start

Fulham's Oscar Bobb scores in the 80th minute against Coventry to earn back-to-back victories in the Premier League.




Oscar Bobb and Calvin Bassey celebrating a goal for Fulham 

Bobb's late strike secures Fulham win at Coventry

Barnet condemn racial abuse targeted at Isiah Noel-Williams after the midfielder was sent off in their 1-1 draw with Oldham.

Barnet condemn racial abuse of Noel-Williams

Kone provides spectacular assist on Leipzig debut

The first ever Fifa Under-15 World Cup and festival is being played in Baku, Azerbaijan. Laura Scott explains how the tournament works.

24 October 2026