Friday · August 21, 2026 Vol. I · No. 232
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Finnish Foreign Ministry summons Russian envoy over Il-20 alleged border violation MFA raises concern over illegal actions of foreign law enforcement agencies in Russia Brazilian politician sees Ukraine conflict leading to EU’s decline Rivalry between US, China poses threats to Brazil’s sovereignty — politician Interplanetary spacecraft capture a coronal mass ejection component hidden from Earth Oil tankers wait up to 30 days to load at Venezuelan ports — Reuters Forest service detects emerald ash borer in 5 additional counties Italian defense contractor opens company in Ukraine — news outlet Finnish Foreign Ministry summons Russian envoy over Il-20 alleged border violation MFA raises concern over illegal actions of foreign law enforcement agencies in Russia Brazilian politician sees Ukraine conflict leading to EU’s decline Rivalry between US, China poses threats to Brazil’s sovereignty — politician Interplanetary spacecraft capture a coronal mass ejection component hidden from Earth Oil tankers wait up to 30 days to load at Venezuelan ports — Reuters Forest service detects emerald ash borer in 5 additional counties Italian defense contractor opens company in Ukraine — news outlet

Sports

Sports · Boxing

Oleksandr Usyk vacates heavyweight title belts but insists he is not retiring

Ukrainian will give up three world heavyweight titles‘I’m not leaving the sport … I still have my last dance’The world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has announced he will re…

Sports · NFL

Parents of ex-NFL star Doug Martin allege excessive police force led to wrongful death

Two-time All-Pro running back for Bucs died at 36Martin was experiencing mental health crisis, family sayLawsuit filed against Oakland police, ambulance unitA lawsuit filed by Dou…

Sports · European soccer

Rice back in England training but James misses out again

Declan Rice returns to England training on Friday, but Reece James again misses out and remains a doubt to face Panama.

Sports · European soccer

Is an outsider right about reasons for Scottish football's ills?

From undervalued broadcasting deals to unfulfilled potential, Ian Wright says he feels sorry for Scottish football fans - but is the former England striker right?

Sports · European soccer

FAW chief expects Bellamy to remain Wales boss

Football Association of Wales chief executive Noel Mooney expects Craig Bellamy to stay on as Wales head coach after the collapse of his proposed move to Burnley.

Sports · European soccer

Graham agrees permanent deal with Ipswich Women

Ipswich Town Women sign forward Kit Graham on a two-year contract following a successful loan from Tottenham last season.

Sports · European soccer

Arsenal explore moves for Newcastle's Guimaraes & Tonali

Arsenal have held exploratory talks over potential moves for Newcastle pair Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali.

Sports · European soccer

World Cup quiz: Who are England's top appearance-makers?

Test your knowledge of the players who have featured at least 10 times for England at World Cups.

Sports · European soccer

Why has Trump stayed away from the World Cup?

Why has Donald Trump stayed away from the World Cup? And will he appear before the final?

Sports · European soccer

Where has it gone wrong for Bielsa's struggling Uruguay?

With Uruguay possibly on the brink of elimination from the 2026 World Cup, BBC Sport looks at what has gone wrong for them under colourful coach Marcelo Bielsa.

Sports · European soccer

Striker Mullin leaves Wrexham by mutual consent

Striker Paul Mullin leaves Wrexham by mutual consent, ending a memorable spell at the north Wales club.

Sports · Boxing

Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis and Xander Zayas put promise to test in Brooklyn clash

Two of boxing’s ascendant stars have been tabbed for greatness since they were teenagers. On Saturday night at Barclays Center, one will claim the signature win both have been cha…

Sports · NHL

Ranking No. 1 NHL Draft picks since 2000: How Gavin McKenna compares to Sidney Crosby, Connor McDavid

The Maple Leafs are widely expected to take McKenna with Friday night's No. 1 overall pick

Sports · European soccer

Brentford in talks to hold Shakhtar's Champions League matches

Brentford could play host to Champions League matches next season, despite not qualifying for the competition

Sports · European soccer

Pattinson signs new deal with London City Lionesses

London City Lionesses has announced England defender Poppy Pattinson has extended her contract until summer 2029.

Sports · European basketball

EuroCup confirms 32-team field for 2026-27 season, two Rome clubs among participants

The competition will feature four groups of eight teams, with the playoffs expanding to a best-of-three format from the Round of 16 through the Finals The post EuroCup confirms 32…

Sports · European soccer

Has VAR become a lottery at the World Cup?

After a week of strange decisions many supporters have been left scratching their heads with VAR.

Sports · European soccer

How Oyarzabal shows Spain are more than just Yamal - Azpilicueta

Former Spain captain Cesar Azpilicueta explains why La Roja head coach Luis de la Fuente has the team and squad he needs for success in the next month.

Sports · European soccer

Start Rashford? Bring O'Reilly back? Pick your England XI to face Panama

Who should start for England against Panama in their final World Cup group game? It's time to put yourself in Thomas Tuchel's shoes.

Sports · European soccer

Wales boss Bellamy has 'burned bridges' - Roberts

Wales head coach Craig Bellamy faces tensions in his relationships with bosses, players and fans after a move to Burnley collapsed.

Sports · European soccer

How are the TV picks decided for the World Cup's round of 32?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the complexities behind television selections for the 2026 World Cup's round of 32 fixtures

Sports · European soccer

Hart explains how goalkeepers are struggling with World Cup ball

Former England goalkeeper Joe Hart answers your questions about the Trionda World Cup ball and how it might be affecting goalkeepers at the tournament.

Sports · European soccer

Brentford in talks to sign Burnley's Anthony

Jaidon Anthony could swap Burnley for Brentford, as the Bees open talks to sign the forward.

Sports · European soccer

What do numbers tell us about Scotland's World Cup attacking intent?

BBC Scotland crunches the numbers behind Steve Clarke's blunt attack and looks at the potential deeper issues.