92 minutes ago An architectural marvel? The Elizabeth line is the definition of failing upwards

Four years late and massively over budget, of course the Lizzie line is winning awards, writes Helen Coffey – our expectations have become so low when it comes to public transport in the UK, we’ll give anything a prize

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1 hour ago John Stones emerges as Pep Guardiola's Man City undroppable after Wolves winner

WOLVES 1-2 MAN CITY: Pep Guardiola's side snatched a victory late on against Wolves on Sunday afternoon but were indebted to John Stones for his vital contribution at Molineux

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2 hours ago In One Ear by Simon Raymonde review – life with the magical, mysterious Cocteau Twins

The bassist with the singular 80s band reflects on his contribution to their timeless music – and his years as boss of record label Bella Union – in a diplomatic but chatty memoirOf the many bewitching bands to come out of the 1980s, Cocteau Twins were perhaps the most singular. A Scottish-London trio comprising Elizabeth Fraser, Robin Guthrie and Simon Raymonde, their enigmatic appeal was heightened by the fact that Fraser appeared to be singing in a language all her own, while the music – often gossamer-light and celestial – sounded like it should be pouring down cathedral walls. Each song’s title was poetry in itself: For Phoebe Still a Baby, The Itchy Glowbo Blow, Sugar Hiccup.In bassist Raymonde’s memoir, he attempts, decades late, to disassemble their mysterious allure by confirmi...

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2 hours ago ‘I have plenty of rhythm when I rap, but not so much when I have sex’: Professor Green’s honest playlist

The rapper is an ‘indie grunge boy’ at heart who belts out Nirvana at karaoke. But why does he blame his nan for his early taste in music?The first song I fell in love withIncredible by M-Beat featuring General Levy. I grew up on a housing estate in Clapton. East London was notorious for its jungle scene. The older kids would go raving and come back on a Saturday morning, pulling faces.The first single I bought I hate telling this story. Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka-Dot Bikini by Timmy Mallett [as Bombalurina], from Woolworths in Hackney. I grew up with my grandmother and she made me listen to Jason Donovan, Kylie Minogue and Engelbert Humperdinck. So I blame my nan, because it was her money. Continue reading...

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2 hours ago Heartbreaking memo sent to royal staff moments after late Queen passed away

The memo has become part of a new biography of King Charles III, Charles III: New King, New Court, written by Robert Hardman and serialised in the Daily Mail - it tells of the final moments of the late Queen before her passing

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3 hours ago I love the NHS: it saved my life, but the operation to rescue it must be led by the people and its staff | Wes Streeting

My treatment showed me the brilliance and failings of our health service. But it is in crisis and government can’t tackle that aloneWhen I was diagnosed with kidney cancer, in 2021, the NHS saved my life. I felt this Rolls-Royce machine kick into gear, as I was treated by a world-class surgeon equipped with a robot and looked after by a group of incredibly caring nurses. I saw the best of the NHS. Continue reading...

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3 hours ago Seven heartbreaking words sum up late Queen's final moments before passing away

Sir Edward’s memo regarding the Queen's death on 8 September 2022 provides a touching account of the monarch's final moments in before she slipped away after tirelessly serving the nation

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3 hours ago Philippe Clement is Rangers manager by default but this cannot continue for ever – Keith Jackson

The Ibrox boss missed a huge chance to cut the gap down on Celtic and Aberdeen at the top but failed

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4 hours ago People are 'today years old' after discovering secret about Casper the Friendly Ghost

Casper the Friendly Ghost is a fictional character we all know and love from our childhoods. But now people learned a secret about the spirit and it's sent everyone online into a meltdown

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