All news for 2024-02-29

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NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal shows his class with latest act of kindness
NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal has sent 20 pairs of size 23 shoes to a 16 year old boy who has been struggling to find footwear that fits, as he dreams of becoming an athlete
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Death row killer Ivan Cantu's last words as he makes desperate plea of innocence
Ivan Cantu became the second person to be executed in the US this year on Wednesday evening, put to death for murdering his cousin and his cousin's girlfriend over 20 years ago.
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Cristiano Ronaldo banned by Saudi FA after vulgar response to Leo Messi chants
Al-Nassr will be without Cristiano Ronaldo for their next match against Al-Hazm, after their star striker was punished for his actions during their late win over Al-Shabab
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Prem and Champions League winner unrecognisable eight years after China move
Ramires left Chelsea as a Premier League and a Champions League winner before moving to China but the now retired Brazilian cuts a very different look from his playing days
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LeBron James has strict pregame routine and once 'snapped' when it was disrupted
LeBron James' former teammates have given fans new insight into the Los Angeles Lakers superstar's pregame routines, with the four-time NBA MVP known for his superstitions
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Death row inmate Ivan Cantu denied last meal because of an absurd last order
Ivan Cantu was denied a special last meal of his choosing before he was executed in Texas for murder and theft, although he claimed he was innocent all the way up to his death
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Caleb Williams breaks silence on NFL Draft and if he wants to play for Bears
Caleb Williams has been linked with the Chicago Bears ever since they secured the No. 1 pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, but rumours have suggested that he might not want to play for the team
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Death row killer Ivan Cantu, backed by Kim Kardashian, executed in Texas
Death row killer Ivan Cantu, who was convicted in 2001 for the 2000 murders of his cousin and his cousin's girlfriend in Texas, was put to death on Wednesday despite pushes from Kim Kardashian to stay the execution
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Bruno Fernandes hands Man Utd major injury worry ahead of Manchester derby
Bruno Fernandes starred to help Manchester United defeat Nottingham Forest and progress to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup, though the win may have come at a cost to the midfielder
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6 LIV Golf stars told they're only players who could return straight to PGA Tour
There is no way instant back to the PGA Tour for all but six professionals currently over at LIV Golf, as Webb Simpson has issued a warning before it's too late
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Inside Meghan Markle’s ‘struggles’ with her £120k engagement ring
Meghan Markle has openly had her issues with the engagement ring that Prince Harry designed for her encrusted with diamonds from Princess Diana's own personal collection that she then redesigned
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Richard Lewis' final TV appearance just days before death saw him discuss will
Curb Your Enthusiasm star Richard Lewis made his final appearance on the show before his death on February 18 as he joked with co-star Larry David and told him he was his 'best friend' and he was leaving him money in his will
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Taylor Swift gave special gifts to Kelce's teammates but head coach missed out
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid has revealed that Taylor Swift sent homemade Pop-Tarts to the team's offensive linemen, but him and the coaching staff missed out
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'Tidal wave' of pensioner poverty with half of over 50s terrified of retiring
A 67-year-old pensioner told The Mirror how he was “scared” about the future and had been forced to take a job as a taxi driver after he was surviving on just £6 a month