34 m. ago Starmer hails Labour victory after surprise win in Hamilton byelection for Scottish parliament – UK politics live

PM congratulates Davy Russell but Reform also performed strongly, gaining third place with 26% of the voteScottish Labour win pivotal Holyrood byelectionHere is an extract from the full statement John Swinney, the SNP leader and Scottish first minister, issued after the byelection result was announced. He said it showed the need for the SNP to offer “a vision of hope and optimism”.Labour won by an absolute landslide in this area less than a year ago - we came much closer tonight but the people of Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse have made clear that we still have work to do. Over the next few days we will take time to consider the result fully. When I became leader of the SNP last year I made clear my intention to bring the party together and focus more than ever on standing up for the people of Scotland. During this campaign we heard a lot of anger about the cost of living - and it is clearer than ever that Westminster control is making Scotland poorer, whether that is the damage ...

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37 m. ago Covid new variant symptoms include subtle sign in your cough

New Covid variant NB.1.8.1 is one of six added to the World Health Organization's watch-list in the last few weeks, and 13 cases have been in England since January

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40 m. ago Transfer window updates, World Cup qualifying and more: football news – live

Men’s transfer interactive | Women’s transfer interactiveRead the latest edition of Football Daily | And mail BarryWomen’s Euro 2025: A glitzy, celeb-speckled Euro squad launch helped the feelgood factor around England’s Lionesses a month ahead of this summer’s Euros but there are still questions over squad harmony, strength in depth and player welfare. Words: Suzanne Wrack.Nations League semi-final: Down 5-1 after 67 minutes at the Stuttgart Arena, France scored three goals to reduce their deficit but it was Spain who advanced to Sunday’s final against Portugal. Sid Lowe reports Continue reading...

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51 m. ago David Beckham to finally get knighthood as King Charles forgives explosive leaked emails

The former England captain is finally set to become a Sir after years of waiting for the honour

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54 m. ago London's Knight Club brings chess and chatter to a new generation | World News

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66 m. ago Walking wounded told not to go to A&E as Labour plots £450m shake

Some 40 new same day emergency care and urgent treatment centres will be established across England to treat and discharge patients the same day as part of the Government's new plan.

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66 m. ago David Beckham to be made knight in King Charles’s birthday list

Former footballer will take title of sir and wife Victoria will become Lady BeckhamDavid Beckham will be awarded a knighthood next week as part of King Charles’s birthday celebrations, according to reports.Beckham has been in line for a knighthood for more than a decade after playing more than 100 times for England and becoming well known for his charity work, much of which is focused on improving the lives of underprivileged children. Continue reading...

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72 m. ago JoJo Siwa admits 'real' reason she fell for Chris Hughes as she plans tribute to new beau

The pair have officially confirmed their romance, months after meeting in the Celebrity Big Brother house

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84 m. ago Why England's goalkeepers will suffer for the loss of Mary Earps' experience in Switzerland

Former Lioness Carly Telford retains 'huge respect' for her fellow goalkeeper but admits Earps' absence is a 'huge loss'

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87 m. ago Keely Hodgkinson urging government to back London 2029 World Championships bid

The Leigh star, who memorably grabbed Olympic 800m glory in Paris last summer, is among the signatories in a powerful open letter calling on ministers to bring the World Athletics Championships to London in 2029

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1 hour ago Billy Joel attempted suicide twice and fell into coma after affair with best friend's wife

In his new documentary, Billy Joel: And So It Goes, the iconic musician recounts a dark chapter of his early life marked by heartbreak, betrayal, and two suicide attempts

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1 hour ago Jack Grealish: Manchester City set to suffer £60m losses in bid to offload winger after Club World Cup snub

The £100m star fell out of favour this season but is courting significant Premier League interest

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2 h. ago Today's rugby news as Welsh players fear for their jobs amid dispute and Wales play England

The latest rugby news from Wales and around the world

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2 h. ago David Beckham knighthood decision made as Manchester United icon finally set for honour

The iconic former Man United and England midfielder is set to be awarded a knighthood in the King's Birthday Honours list next week.

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2 h. ago David Beckham 'finally awarded a knighthood' after years of being snubbed

England legend David’s fashion designer wife Victoria set to be known as Lady Beckham

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2 h. ago 'Killer' dad's former army squadmate reveals how they were 'betrayed' amid manhunt over daughters' murders

A former soldier who served with triple murder suspect Travis Decker has shared how his fellow squadmates feel 'betrayed' by the accusations that he killed his three young daughters.

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3 h. ago Why Liam Delap could be the perfect player to finally end dreaded Chelsea number curse

Liam Delap could be the perfect player to lift Chelsea's 'curse' at Stamford Bridge and bring joy back to the number 9 shirt for so many fans, says Tom Phillips

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3 h. ago The Reckoning review – shattering stories of invasion in Ukraine

Arcola theatre, LondonThe horrific reality of Russia’s invasion is recounted during the preparation of a Ukrainian salad in Anastasiia Kosidii and Josephine Burton’s playDuring the violent chaos following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, a woman whose husband is missing receives a phone call from his number. Brief relief implodes when the speaker is not him but a stranger revealing that this device has been found beside a corpse covered by a tarpaulin.This is one of numerous shattering anecdotes in a play by Dash Arts, based on work by The Reckoning Project, which collects verbatim testimony from conflict victims with the aim of bringing prosecutions for war crimes.At the Arcola theatre, London, until 28 June Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Helen Goh’s recipe for pavlova with raspberries, lychees and elderflower cream | The sweet spot

Fruit and floral flavours with marshmallowy meringue make for a sensational melt-in-the-mouth dessertInspired by Pierre Hermé’s iconic ispahan macarons, where rose, lychee and raspberry create an exquisite flavour combination, this dessert reinterprets the trio in a crisp and marshmallowy pavlova. Instead of rose, I’ve used elderflower to infuse the cream, gently bringing together the delicate sweetness of lychee and the tart brightness of raspberries. Garnish with fresh elderflowers (if you can find any) and some coulis for a beautiful centrepiece. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Thomas Tuchel needs to solve Harry Kane problem Gareth Southgate never managed

England face Andorra on Friday night in World Cup qualifying. The Three Lions should score plenty, but goals may still be an issue for Thomas Tuchel

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