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Deans poised for O'Connor gamble new
Australia coach Robbie Deans is expected to take one of the biggest gambles of his career by selecting James O'Connor at fly-half for Saturday's first Test against the British and Irish Lions.
Pardew: I'm staying new
Alan Pardew has insisted he will remain as Newcastle boss despite the turmoil currently engulfing the club.
Fortune: United are different now new
Former Manchester United star Quinton Fortune has claimed Jose Mourinho should be more worried about the explosive second weekend showdown at Old Trafford than new Red Devils boss David Moyes.
Spurs confirm Baldini role new
Tottenham have confirmed the appointment of former England assistant manager Franco Baldini as technical director at the Barclays Premier League club.
North fitness boost for Lions new
British and Irish Lions wing George North has been passed fit to face Australia in Saturday's opening Test at Suncorp Stadium.
Moyes era begins in Swansea
Barclays Premier League champions Manchester United will start the 2013-14 season at League Cup winners Swansea.
Llambias resigns from Newcastle
Derek Llambias has resigned from his post as managing director at Newcastle, the club have announced.
North available for first Test
British and Irish Lions winger George North has been passed fit for Saturday's first Test against Australia after recovering from his hamstring problem.
Hooper inspired by Brumbies win
Australia openside Michael Hooper insists the Wallabies will draw inspiration from the British and Irish Lions' first defeat of their 2013 tour.
Reality check for Lions - Gatland
Warren Gatland admitted the British and Irish Lions had been given "a reality check" after they lost their unbeaten Australia tour record.
Defeat 'hurts like hell' - Parling
British and Irish Lions lock Geoff Parling admitted the first tour defeat Down Under "hurts like hell" after Warren Gatland's side were edged out by the Brumbies at Canberra Stadium.
Carroll passes West Ham medical
Andy Carroll is on the brink of joining West Ham permanently after passing a medical with the Barclays Premier League club.
Carroll to undergo West Ham medical
Andy Carroll will have a medical with West Ham on Wednesday as he moves closer to a permanent move from Liverpool, Hammers chairman David Gold has confirmed.
Pennant pens new Stoke deal
Stoke have confirmed that winger Jermaine Pennant has signed a new one-year deal with the club.
Dawn delivers in thriller
Dawn Approach got his career back on track with victory in a thrilling finish to the St James's Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot.
Scrum will be key - Cuttitta
Scotland's stretched scrum resources have been backed to come through what could be the hardest test of their summer tour to South Africa with flying colours this weekend.
O'Brien sounds War cry
Declaration Of War swept to victory for the Aidan O'Brien team in the opening Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot.
Villa complete Helenius move
Aston Villa have completed the signing of striker Nicklas Helenius from Aalborg.
Torres: Mourinho has plans for me
Fernando Torres has reiterated his commitment to Chelsea and is hoping he has a role to play under "demanding" new Blues coach Jose Mourinho.
Reds bid for Alberto not enough
Sevilla appear to be holding out for a better price for midfielder Luis Alberto, despite sporting director Ramon Verdejo admitting Liverpool have made a "very good" offer.
In Pictures: The G8 summit
Gerry forces Sammy into Mexican wave
Voice of Pomeroy pops home
Rapturous reception for Andrea
One Summer's Day 2013
We want you to get snapping!
Obama death bid fears - aircraft carriers on standby
In Pictures: Ulster Nightlife
Pubs, clubs and parties
In Pictures: The 'Big IF' concert in Botanic Gardens
Thousands turn out in the rain
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Dissident republican risk 'severe' new
The threat from dissident republicans remains severe, Justice Minister Alan Shatter has said.
Republic of Ireland 'prostituted to Obamas' says Irish politician Clare Daly new
Taoiseach Enda Kenny has slammed Independent TD Clare Daly after she accused him of 'prostituting' the Republic of Ireland to US president Barack Obama.
Health chief Superman video slammed new
A health chief has been criticised by anti-cuts campaigners after he appeared in an online video cavorting around an NHS building dressed as Superman.
Latest Sport
Deans poised for O'Connor gamble new
Australia coach Robbie Deans is expected to take one of the biggest gambles of his career by selecting James O'Connor at fly-half for Saturday's first Test against the British and Irish Lions.
Premier League fixture list unveiled: Manchester United face Swansea on opening day as Jose Mourinho's Chelsea play Hull new
Barclays Premier League champions Manchester United will start the 2013-14 season at League Cup winners Swansea.
Pardew: I'm staying new
Alan Pardew has insisted he will remain as Newcastle boss despite the turmoil currently engulfing the club.
Latest Showbiz
Walliams: I flirted with Cameron new
David Walliams has said he fell into one of his Little Britain character on a recent visit to Downing Street.
Liv Tyler ready for The Leftovers new
Liv Tyler is set to star opposite Justin Theroux in US pilot The Leftovers, according to reports.
Starr 'hopes name will be cleared' new
Freddie Starr's lawyer has said the comedian is hopeful he will soon be able to clear his name after being investigated for alleged sexual offences.
