12 h. ago England winger Abby Dow relishing World Cup opener in Sunderland

England open the tournament at the Stadium of Light on Friday night with a clash against the United States in Pool A.

Politics

28 h. ago Texas House has enough lawmakers present to pass gerrymandered congressional map – US politics live

Quorum in state House also paves way for redistricting battle across the country to continueTrump pledges to scrap mail ballots before 2026 midtermsNewsmax and Dominion settle for $67m in defamation suit over US election liesAn aid group that coordinates medical care in the United States for badly injured children from Gaza has said it is “distressed” by the US state department’s decision to stop issuing visitor visas for Palestinians after a far-right influencer complained directly to the secretary of state about their work.Laura Loomer, who has previously described herself as a “proud Islamophobe”, told the New York Times that she had spoken to Marco Rubio on Friday night to warn the secretary of state of what she called the threat posed by “Islamic invaders”. Continue reading...

Society

29 h. ago If a visitor demands fish and chips, go to Rock & Sole Plaice

If a visitor demands fish and chips, go to Rock & Sole Plaice - Review - London  The Infatuation

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31 h. ago Women’s Rugby World Cup’s brutal reality: Samoa players fundraising costs

Guardian survey of team finances reveals mixed picture for playersEngland contracts range from £39,000 to £48,000 plus match feesThe Women’s Rugby World Cup will make a glitzy start on Friday night in front of a global TV audience, but a Guardian survey of the 16 competing nations has discovered the brutal financial reality for many athletes taking part.Half of the 32-strong Samoa squad are raising funds to cover the costs of their mortgages and household bills while taking part in the tournament in England, according to one of their players, Nina Foaese, a 36-year-old mother of three. Continue reading...

Sport

32 h. ago Bart left his house to pick up fish and chips for his Friday night tea

The 86-year-old died after 'reckless' Dylan Green crashed into him on an e-bike

Politics

35 h. ago American visits UK town and can't believe how much better one thing is

The American travelled to Yorkshire in search of England's best fish and chip dinner

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55 h. ago Fish and chip shops 'could vanish' due to Nigel Farage's net zero opposition

Labour MP Bill Esterson, chair of the Energy Security and Net Zero Select Committee, accused Reform UK of ignoring the dangers of climate change and its impact on prices

Politics

57 h. ago Scenic seaside Scottish town with stunning panoramic views and 'best fish and chips'

Troon, a coastal town in South Ayrshire, is known for its sandy beaches, scenic esplanade, lively harbour, and fresh seafood

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3 d. ago Fans of Sex and the City's Mr Big actor Chris Noth say he was 'lucky to have been killed off'

The final episode of ' And Just Like That ' - which aired in the UK on Friday night - marked the end of the Sex and the City universe after 27 years.

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3 d. ago Arne Slot says Liverpool fans’ tributes show Diogo Jota’s family how deeply he’s loved

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot said the fans’ tribute to Diogo Jota at Anfield on Friday night would show the late player’s family how deeply he is loved.

Society

3 d. ago Thomas Partey protests notable by absence on Villarreal debut against Oviedo

Midfielder comes off bench in 82nd minute in La LigaPartey, 32, has denied rape and sexual assault chargesThomas Partey was greeted with some whistles, a little applause and no major protest as he made his competitive debut for Villarreal. The 32-year-old former Arsenal midfielder has been released on bail, charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault, which he denies, and his signing had drawn complaints from supporters in Spain but on his first La Liga appearance at the Estadio de la Cerámica on Friday night there was mostly indifference.Partey was introduced in the 82nd minute, alongside Alfonso Pedraza, with Santi Comesaña and Nicolas Pépé making way. As the two players entered the pitch, with Villarreal already 2-0 up against Real Oviedo and the game drifting to a conclusion, some whistles could be heard among the clapping. Partey touched the ball 13 times, and the first four or five of those were met more clearly with whistles, although they soon faded. The...

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3 d. ago Omaze's 'luxurious' £2.5m New Forest smart home can be won for £10

The winner of Omaze's latest Million Pound House Draw will pick up the keys to a fully-furnished four-bedroom property in the New Forest, complete with a sauna pod and yoga studio

Economics

3 d. ago Picturesque seaside town boasting 10 fish and chip shops will have direct train to London

Trains from London are planned to stop in this beautiful seaside town in the north of England, marking the destination's first and only direct rail connection to the capital

Politics

4 d. ago Coronation Street's Carl set for downfall amid Abi affair after surprise threat

Carl Webster could be set for a major downfall after an unexpected character declared she 'didn't trust him' following a dramatic series of events on Friday night's Corrie episode

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4 d. ago Live Euromillions results for Friday, August 15: The winning numbers from £201m draw and Thunderball

The winning Euromillions numbers and Thunderball for Friday night's draw are here

Economics

4 d. ago Drunken couple told packed plane they were 'joining the mile high club' before romping loudly in the toilets

Appalled passengers onboard an EasyJet flight bound for Alicante from Luton on Friday night said that it was clear from the sounds coming from the toilets that the couple were fulfilling their X-rated vow.

Politics

4 d. ago Friday night pub quiz: Test your general knowledge with these 20 questions

See how you fared in this week's leaderboard

Politics

4 d. ago Liverpool star withdraws from Prem opener squad as exit close in major Alexander Isak domino

Liverpool's season gets underway at Anfield on Friday night, but one star is absent from the squad as he closes in on a transfer to their opponents Bournemouth, potentially paving the way for Alexander Isak

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4 d. ago Inside AD Ceuta as the Spanish club in Africa prepares for its first game in La Liga 2

EXCLUSIVE AD Ceuta will make history on Friday night when they become the first club from the African mainland to play a professional game in Europe in the modern era

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4 d. ago Diogo Jota's family to travel to Anfield for first Prem game since his tragic death

Diogo Jota and his brother, Andre Silva, tragically died in a car accident over the summer and the Liverpool striker's family will be in attendance at Anfield on Friday night

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