15 h. ago How DID tennis's worst ever player get into a £22,000 professional tournament? Mystery surrounds 21

Hajar Abdelkader lasted just 37 minutes against Germany's Lorena Schaedel as she fell to defeat 6-0, 6-0, winning just three points in her ITF W35 first-round match in Nairobi.

Economics

17 h. ago How DID tennis's worst ever player get into a £22,000 tournament? Mystery surrounds 21

Hajar Abdelkader lasted just 37 minutes against Germany's Lorena Schaedel as she fell to defeat 6-0, 6-0, winning just three points in her ITF W35 first-round match in Nairobi.

Economics

46 h. ago Scottish golfers start 2026 campaign in top US amateur event

Tartan trio teeing up in Jones Cup Invitational at Sea Island in Georgia

Politics

3 d. ago ‘Women have to fight for what they want’: UK campaigner’s 60

Diane Munday helped secure legal terminations in 1967 and, aged 94, is still calling for wider reproductive rightsWhen the 1967 Abortion Act cleared parliament, marking one of the most significant steps forward for women’s rights in history, Diane Munday was among the campaigners raising a glass of champagne on the terrace of the House of Commons.“I’m only drinking a half a glass,” she told her colleagues at the time, “because the job is only half done.” Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Migrants are at the heart of our art, our music, our whole history. That’s what the right won’t admit to you | Rowan Williams

From Britain’s medieval buildings to western pop and contemporary art, these creations showcase our interwoven storiesWe are repeatedly sold a painfully two-dimensional picture of the motivations of those seeking shelter in Britain. According to this picture, migrants are eager to experience the benefits of our society, but they are also out to undermine it, because they come from cultures whose values are dramatically different from our own. Think of the ongoing “grooming gangs” scandal: an undeniably appalling series of events, institutional failures and victim-blaming that has been transformed into a narrative that suggests any “alien” is likely to be a sexual predator, since their predatory behaviour is a direct consequence of their religious and cultural background.So often, all we are allowed to know about asylum seekers is that they are asking – with irritating persistence – for a place in our social fabric, as if they have no world of their own, no cultural hinterland, no re...

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6 d. ago Legendary Willie Mullins and Rich Ricci horse dies ‘in horrible turn of events’ – their second sad loss in a month

A LEGENDARY Willie Mullins and Rich Ricci horse has died in a 'horrible turn of events' - the iconic duo's second sad loss in a month. The death of former Champion Bumper and Supreme Novices' Hurdle superstar Champagne Fever was confirmed by new owner Harriet Colderick. Champagne Fever, who passed away aged 18, was a...

Events

6 d. ago BBC loses rights to two historic sport events as Wimbledon moves to new TV channel in 2026

The corporation has lost coverage of two major sporting events with rival broadcasters securing the rights

Culture

7 d. ago England given clear World Cup verdict as expert 2026 sport predictions made

The New Year is here and Mirror Sport's writers are looking ahead to the big upcoming events, including the World Cup, Masters and Winter Olympics, while giving their predictions

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7 d. ago BBC loses rights to two iconic events with Wimbledon on new TV channel in 2026

The BBC's dwindling roster of sporting events will be even thinner in 2026

Politics

7 d. ago 26 for 2026: unmissable sporting events over the next 12 months

This year features a football World Cup, a Winter Olympics, a Commonwealth Games and a historic Test match Jannik Sinner will be aiming to become only the second man in the Open era, after Novak Djokovic, to win three consecutive Australian Open singles titles, while in the women’s draw Madison Keys will be seeking to defend the title she landed via a shock victory over Aryna Sabalenka in last year’s final. Elsewhere, Roger Federer is scheduled to return to Melbourne Park for the first time since retiring from tennis in 2022 as part of a Battle of the World No 1s match, alongside Andre Agassi, Patrick Rafter and Lleyton Hewitt. “It still makes me smile when I think about all the moments I’ve had here,” said the Swiss legend. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Sport's top moments of 2025 from Luke Littler to Ryder Cup win – and one just pointless

With 2025 at a close, it's been an incredible year for sport as the top competitions and events played out in dramatic fashion around the world, and here the Daily Star Sport looks back at an incredible year

Politics

1 week ago Inflatable frogs and ice scrapers: nine innovative ways Americans protested against Trump in 2025

Historically, when organizers have used tactical innovation, movement activity has peakedFederal agents in military fatigues carrying assault rifles in major cities. Huge cuts to healthcare, science and the US’s largest anti-hunger program. Immigrants dragged from cars and courthouse hallways. Rising authoritarianism, corruption and anti-democratic behavior. These are just some of the reasons pushback against the Trump administration is growing with each passing day.While traditional marches such as the massive No Kings protests are a critical part of any resistance movement, sociologist Doug McAdam has shown how tactical innovation – the introduction of creative or novel protest methods – was a key part of the success of the civil rights movement in the US. Historically, when organizers established new tactics, movement activity peaked. Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago Ruben Amorim's dilemma is obvious as Man Utd fans make feelings crystal clear

Manchester United will remember 2025 as one of the worst in the club's modern history and right at the end, Ruben Amorim was presented with a problem that could derail their Champions League challenge

Politics

1 week ago Most popular sporting events in UK revealed with one event dominating ticket sales

Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn's two 2025 boxing matches have been named the most in-demand sporting events among British fans, with boxing and rugby dominating ticket sales

Sport

2 w. ago LONDON CALLING (1995) – PART II: The team that could, could move: Wimbledon considers switch to Dublin

LONDON CALLING (1995) – PART II: The team that could, could move: Wimbledon considers switch to Dublin  Front Row Soccer

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2 w. ago BBC loses rights to iconic sporting event for first time in 72 years in fresh blow

The BBC will not broadcast the legendary event for the first time since 1954 after the corporation lost the rights

Politics

2 w. ago Scottish golfer shares lead in final DP World Tour event in 2025

Scott Jamieson signs for eight birdies to set pace in AfrAsia Bank Mauritius Open

Sport

3 w. ago Alex Pereira seemingly rules himself out of UFC White House event: ‘A no

The UFC plans to host fights on the South Lawn on 14 June

Events

3 w. ago John Cena's final match: WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event results as 23

John Cena wrestled his final WWE match in Washington, D.C. at Saturday Night’s Main Event

Politics

3 w. ago John Cena's final match: UK start time for WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event, live stream, card and results today

John Cena wrestles his final WWE match in Washington, D.C. tonight

Sport