The government says the "tough decision" to reduce its contributions by 60% was due to the pandemic.

Poetic Flare wins the 2,000 Guineas at Newmarket, edging out Master Of The Seas by a short head.

Violence flares in some countries where rallies to mark Labour Day are held despite Covid-19 rules.

Shaun Murphy produces a stirring fightback to draw level with Kyren Wilson at 12-12 in the World Championship semi-finals.

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Chelsea and Fulham.

A 64-year-old is detained after police discover pistols and bows and arrows on his private jet.

Dukakis was a celebrated stage actress before winning fame on screen in 80s hits like Moonstruck.

Everton boss Carlo Ancelotti says his side missed a big opportunity to stay in the fight for a finish in the European places with defeat to Aston Villa.

Bath's hopes of reaching the European Challenge Cup final are dashed after a 19-10 defeat by Montpellier at The Rec.

Fulham boss Scott Parker accepts he may be "living in cuckoo land" and stay in the Premier League - but do the statistics back him up?

Everton enter race for Aguero, Salah says no talks with Liverpool over new deal, Ramos still hoping for two-year Real Madrid contract, plus more.

Ireland's Katie Taylor retains her world titles in a thrilling contest against Great Britain's Natasha Jonas.

BBC Scotland takes a look at how Rangers have turned the Old Firm derby tide against Celtic.

Valtteri Bottas adds a new dynamic to the unfolding narrative of the 2021 Formula 1 season.

England scrum-half Ben Youngs withdraws from contention for the British and Irish Lions tour of South Africa because of family reasons.

A rancorous election in the Spanish capital highlights the country's deeply divided politics.

Arina hopes to formally adopt her friend Nina, whom she looked after during the Covid pandemic.

Johannesburg's inner city residents have been given access to a zero waste mobile grocery store.

In 2016, single women in the country were given the same rights as couples to access fertility treatments.

With the cost of living spiralling, even maamoul is beyond the reach of many families.

Joseph Parker recovers from being knocked down in the opening 10 seconds to out-point Derek Chisora.