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Chad le Clos reveals his apartment in South Africa was destroyed by a fatal fire in a "heartbreaking tragedy" - the night after he became the most decorated athlete in Commonwealth Games history.

Chad le Clos reveals his apartment in South Africa was destroyed by a fatal fire in a "heartbreaking tragedy" - the night after he became the most decorated athlete in Commonwealth Games history.

Egyptian authorities say the alleged scam involved fabricated scenes in court as part of a plot to defraud people.

Police Scotland said it had received reports of various athletes "unaccounted for" in the aftermath of the Games, which concluded on Sunday.

Head coach Bubista leaves Cape Verde after reaching the last 32 at the World Cup while Ivory Coast reappoint two-time Afcon winner Herve Renard.

Cameroon's president has been absent for two months while his team denies rumours about his health.

Relatives describe the mother as "the family's pride and joy".

It sent rocks and earth crashing on to those praying at an overnight service, the authorities say.

Nigerian Richard Itoro is one of tens of thousands who have abandoned their lives in South Africa.

Cyrille Tchatchet II is "very proud and honoured" to represent England and take home a silver medal.

Manchester City forward Antoine Semenyo hails new manager Enzo Maresca's style of play as "music to my ears" after showcasing early signs of his role under the Italian.

Australia finish the 2026 Commonwealth Games with 70 golds and 171 medals overall, while England finish a distant second in the standings.

Uganda discharged its last Ebola patient from hospital roughly two weeks ago.

Asisat Oshoala scores the only goal as Nigeria beat Zambia at Wafcon 2026 to revive the West Africans' hopes of reaching the 2027 Women's World Cup.

Brentford confirmed the signing of Mali midfielder Mamadou Sangare from Lens for a club record fee.

Dozens, many from Tigray, are awaiting execution - some called the BBC to tell their stories.

The grandson of former Ugandan dictator Idi Amin has caused controversy at the Commonwealth Games after being disqualified for headbutting his opponent.

An estimated 60,000 migrants from Morocco have crossed into Ceuta, with dozens dying during the journey.

Nigerians urged Tyla to cancel her concert in Lagos over anti-migrant protests in South Africa.

Claims made by boxer Aziz Abdul that racism was behind his disqualification at the Commonwealth Games are rejected.