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Keenum stars on return in Bears win over the Eagles

BBC Sport | 9/29/2026, 11:01:19 AM

The Chicago Bears put 27 points past the Philadelphia Eagles as they secured a 27-7 victory in game week three, as veteran quarterback Case Keenum makes his first appearance since 2023.

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BBC Sport

'I'm better than that other guy' - Alonso on why he's staying in F1

Fernando Alonso commits to staying in Formula 1 with Aston Martin for at least one more year. - and explains why to BBC Sport.

9/29/2026, 11:00:06 AM

Africanews

Morocco detains Tangier mayor over alleged electoral fraud

The mayor of Tangier, Mounir Limouri, was placed in police custody on Monday over alleged electoral fraud in the recent parliamentary elections.

9/29/2026, 10:56:07 AM

BBC Sport

Rank the biggest scandals in Test cricket history

As memories of sandpapergate are rekindled by Australia's upcoming tour of South Africa, rank the biggest scandals in Test cricket's history.

9/29/2026, 10:48:31 AM

BBC Sport

Could Potter be England's next breakthrough star?

Everyone is talking about Lexi Potter, the uncapped midfielder named in Sarina Wiegman's England squad for their World Cup qualifiers. Here is why.

9/29/2026, 10:42:03 AM

Africanews

FIFA accuses UEFA of harassing Infantino ahead of presidential election

FIFA lawyers claimed UEFA is harassing Gianni Infantino, in a court filing urging a Florida judge to deny the European soccer body’s request for evidence discovery about a World Cup private investor plan that has rocked the sport.

9/29/2026, 10:34:17 AM

Africanews

Cameroon: Families demand justice as femicide rate continues to rise

Anger is growing in Cameroon over rising gender-based violence that has seen at least 56 women killed since the start of the year. In response to the outcry, a bill to make femicide a separate crime from murder will be considered during parliament's November session.

9/29/2026, 10:24:21 AM

BBC Sport

Top 14 award winner Willis reiterates desire to play Test rugby

Jack Willis, who last played for England at the 2023 Rugby World Cup, retains his award as the best player in France.

9/29/2026, 10:12:22 AM

BBC Sport

Ferrari back Vasseur amid speculation over future

Ferrari back Frederic Vasseur as their F1 team principal after former Red Bull boss Christian Horner says he would be interested in joining.

9/29/2026, 10:03:57 AM

BBC Sport

Toone and Kelly miss out on Lionesses squad

Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone misses out on selection for England's Women's World Cup qualifying matches this month.

9/29/2026, 10:00:40 AM

Africanews

Exiled Guinea-Bissau President Embalo signals return amid political tension

Guinea-Bissau's exiled former president Umaro Sissoco Embalo, who was ousted in a November coup, told AFP on Monday he will return and run for president in an election due on December 6.

9/29/2026, 9:43:45 AM

BBC Sport

Life bright for Gilmour after baseball and World Cup heartache

Scotland midfielder Billy Gilmour opens up on the pain of missing out of this summer's World Cup.

9/29/2026, 9:42:29 AM

BBC Sport

Taylor to come out of retirement and reunite with Lewis

Phil Taylor will come out of retirement to play in the Modus Super Series alongside Adrian Lewis in November.

9/29/2026, 9:31:46 AM

Africanews

UN experts say US deportations to third countries cause 'cascade' of rights abuses

More than 20 United Nations experts on Monday warned against US deportations to third countries, saying the policy is "triggering a cascade of human rights violations".

9/29/2026, 9:31:36 AM

BBC Sport

Szoboszlai's Hungary latest to draw blank in Belfast

Northern Ireland's return to the second-tier of the Nations League has brought back-to-back clean sheets.

9/29/2026, 9:28:37 AM

BBC Sport

'Period of deception' - Pochettino on Man City verdict

Former Tottenham and Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino says it is "impossible to turn back time" after Manchester City being found guilty of financial breaches.

9/29/2026, 9:13:10 AM

Africanews

Grey expands African payout network as cross-border payments demand grows

The broader ambition is clear: as African consumers and businesses increasingly operate across borders, fintech companies are betting that the next stage of growth will depend less on isolated national payment systems and more on how effectively those systems can connect.

9/29/2026, 9:05:41 AM

BBC Sport

Wales without seven players for World Cup play-off

Ceri Holland is one of seven players who will miss out through injury when a depleted Wales squad take on Albania in their Women's World Cup play-off semi-final next month.

9/29/2026, 9:00:03 AM

BBC Sport

Barney's Bears - the Warwickshire captain who commands respect

How Shropshire lad Ed Barnard skippered Warwickshire to a title triumph in his first season as a county captain.

9/29/2026, 8:57:23 AM

BBC Sport

Aston Villa sack boss Arroyo after winless WSL start

Aston Villa manager Natalia Arroyo is sacked following two defeats and two draws in their opening four matches of the Women's Super League season.

9/29/2026, 8:35:47 AM

BBC Sport

Ex-England captain Dallaglio to sell World Cup winner's medal

Former England captain Lawrence Dallaglio is set to sell his 2003 Rugby World Cup winner's medal after being declared bankrupt.

9/29/2026, 8:28:54 AM

Africanews

Three Egyptian nationals jailed for 10 years over Italian researcher's abduction

Three Egyptian security officials were sentenced to 10 years in jail in Rome on Monday for the 2016 abduction of an Italian researcher. The ruling marked a significant milestone in a case that has tested relations between Italy and Egypt.

9/29/2026, 8:24:30 AM

Africanews

Nearly 300 migrant workers awarded compensation in Milan Consulate labour case

Nearly 300 workers identified so far will receive on average 50,000 euros ($57,000), with some receiving up to 90,000 euros ($102,000) in unpaid wages and damages for emotional distress, said Luca Stanzione,

9/29/2026, 8:12:04 AM

BBC Sport

Fifa accuses Uefa of 'misinformation campaign'

Uefa's suggestions that Fifa president Gianni Infantino "violated any law or ethical principle are categorically without merit" says world football's governing body.

9/29/2026, 7:22:33 AM