Hundreds of racing pigeons released in Guernsey

This was the moment a large-scale pigeon race started at L'Ancresse Bay in Guernsey on Saturday morning.

Hundreds of homing pigeons flew around the bay before heading off across the Channel to various locations in the UK.

Large-scale pigeon racing resumed in Guernsey in 2025 after new aviation safety procedures were approved.

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Video filmed by the BBC showed dozens of people walking out, some carrying signs expressing concern about the company's controversial work with the US government.

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Swiss police deployed a water cannon and fired tear gas to disperse anti-G7 protesters after clashes.

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British armed forces boarded a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel.

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'The greatest day of my life' - Knicks fans celebrate in San Antonio

New York's basketball team won the NBA championship for the first time in over 50 years after beating the Spurs in Texas.

US & Canada

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The Royal Air Force has flown 31 aircraft over London to mark King Charles III's official birthday.

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The King and Royal Family attend the Trooping the Colour parade to mark the sovereign's official birthday.

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George Furbank being hugged at Franklin's Gardens

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Henry Pollock praises George Furbank, who scores two tries in his last Northampton Saints home game.

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A BBC Verify border surrounds the Fifa World Cup trophy and a serious looking host to the right of frame.

The costs and challenges facing the 2026 World Cup

The World Cup officially kicked off this week - but alongside the football, there are questions around heat, cost, the environmental impact and travel restrictions.

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Two World Cup mascots breaking into an iron gate with a metal pole.

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Peruvian police officers disguised themselves as 2026 World Cup mascots to break into the home of a suspected drug dealer - and football fan.

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Football fans gathered at a FIFA World Cup watch party at Niagara Falls for the Canadian and USA teams' opening matches.

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