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Martin O’Neill has defended Celtic supporters, accepted an apology was necessary and stressed that allegations of assaults on Hearts players have not been proven while Police Scotland investigates

Montpellier are favourites for the 22 May 2026 final, but Ulster’s back three, a robust pack and strategic kicking mean Bilbao could produce a close game

A circulating video of detained flotilla participants has prompted strong reactions from EU leaders and accelerated calls for concrete action.

An appeals court has held Air France and Airbus criminally responsible for the 2009 AF447 crash, ordering symbolic fines while highlighting failures in sensor design and pilot preparation

John Swinney appealed for responsible celebration after weekend disorder as officials weigh fan zones and enforcement options

A lorry collision with a bridge near Haymarket halted services and forced inspections, leaving Edinburgh and Glasgow passengers to find alternate routes

Netflix subscribers face a major content purge in May 2026, led by Schitt’s Creek and several high-profile movies

Aston Villa secured European silverware with a dominant win, Southampton had an appeal rejected over spying, and voices from around football urged recognition and response

Fresh ONS figures are expected to show a further decline in net migration, reflecting visa rule changes and rising departures; public perception appears out of step with the data

Prince William joined Villa fans in Istanbul as Aston Villa dismantled Freiburg 3-0 to claim a long-awaited Europa League triumph

Sussex Police have named the three women who died off Brighton beach, while their father issues a moving tribute and emergency services continue an inquiry

A postponed decision over a proposed memorial to Mark Ashton has prompted councillors to warn of a dangerous precedent and demand clarity about the reasons for the deferral

A concise look at Connacht’s transition from promise to contender, the URC’s updated touring model and the opening-round fixture plan

A person was struck by a train near Stevenage, emergency services attended and lines reopened, but significant delays to multiple operators are expected during the afternoon and evening

Southampton admitted to multiple breaches of EFL rules over unauthorised observation of training, leading to expulsion from the play-off final and a four-point penalty

Antonio Conte’s reported exit from Napoli may leave Scott McTominay and Billy Gilmour preparing for a significant club-level change

A temporary water supply disruption forced the Princess of Wales Hospital emergency department to stop accepting patients on May 19, 2026; find out what happened and what measures were taken

Belfast councillors have deferred a recommendation so Friends of Friars Bush and Cairde na Cille CIC can negotiate shared access to a historic burial ground

A Shrewsbury woman who said she could barely walk was shown on camera taking part in demanding exercise classes and completing 10k races, prompting an investigation and a prison term

A Laurens man says he passed the Professor exam but was rejected after a background check and is now suing Nintendo and Pokémon Company International

Manchester City head to the Vitality Stadium knowing only a win will preserve their Premier League ambitions while Bournemouth aim to confirm European football

A threatening email claimed explosives and armed attacks at several Antrim schools, prompting police inquiries and extra patrols

Ancelotti’s squad announcement on 18 May 2026 includes Neymar and a mix of experienced internationals and young forwards, while a number of Europe-based strikers miss out

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