80 m. ago Strictly stars 'most likely to win' as secret dancing skills exposed

it's one thing to sign up for the BBC ballroom show, but another to shine on the dancefloor - and some of the 15 contestants have distinct advantages

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3 h. ago Buildup to Premier League, EFL, La Liga action and more – matchday live

Latest news before weekend action begins Get in touch! Share your thoughts with BarryMeanwhile in the EFL: Hillsborough stages its first match of the season when Sheffield Wednesday welcome Stoke City this afternoon and more fan protests are expected from the locals as they implore their owner Dejphon Chansiri to sell his beleaguered club for a reasonable asking price before it goes out of business.Ipswich Town will host Southampton at Portman Road, with Kieran McKenna’s side hoping to get their first win of the season on the board after securing an extremely fortuitous draw agasinst Birmingham City on the opening day of the season, before losing to lowly Bromley on penalties in the League Cup. Southampton, by contrast, are looking for their third consecutive win under Will Still, having already beaten Wrexham in the Championship and seeing off Northampton in the League Cup.Aston Villa v Newcastle United (12.30pm BST)Brighton v Fulham (3pm)Sunderland v West Ham (3pm)Tottenham Hotspu...

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4 h. ago Chelsea now believe in their process but need to stay humble for title tilt

Board are not demanding a Premier League win but silencing talk will be impossible if Club World Cup winners make fast startOff we go again. Just over a month has passed since Chelsea stunned Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup final, Cole Palmer leading the destruction of the European champions. But there is no chance of life at Stamford Bridge slowing down. It has been another breathless summer and, while the vibe is as positive as it has ever been under the ownership of Clearlake Capital and Todd Boehly, there is also the unavoidable question of whether a relentless schedule is going to catch up with the new world champions further down the line.A compressed pre-season, limited to friendlies against Bayer Leverkusen and Milan last weekend, may pose complications for Enzo Maresca in the long run. Chelsea had a lucrative time in the US, earning an estimated £85m in prize money, but the riches on offer from Fifa’s expanded tournament come with potential costs. The unknown is h...

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6 h. ago Liverpool transfer news: Arne Slot and Eddie Howe both drop major Alexander Isak hint as deal close

Liverpool got their Premier League season underway with a 4-2 win over Bournemouth, but Arne Slot has stated his desire to make more signings before the deadline

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6 h. ago How to watch Wolves vs Manchester City: TV channel and live stream for Premier League today

Guardiola begins quest to win back the Premier League with a new-look team

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6 h. ago East Kilbride boss expects 'fully motivated' Stranraer as Kilby seek first SPFL home win

The Blues visit looking for their first league win and Mick Kennedy expects a real test

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7 h. ago Trump's aggressive push to take over DC policing may be a template for an approach in other cities

The left sees President Donald Trump’s attempted takeover of law enforcement in Washington as part of multifront march to autocracy

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8 h. ago Saturday’s briefing: Alleged racist abuse of Antoine Semenyo mars Liverpool win

The Premier League will launch a full investigation after the game was briefly halted in the first half.

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12 h. ago Fuzzy hats and a ban on swearing: the New Zealand town that bonds over curling

Scottish goldminers first brought the sport to Central Otago and the traditions live on as farmers sweep stones and catch up on the iceOn a July evening in Alexandra, a small town in New Zealand’s South Island, the temperature is a chilly 3C. While most of the town is in quiet darkness, at Ice Inline Molyneux Park, the lights are on and the banter is abundant. It’s a social curling night, and the shouts of “sweeeep!” can be heard from the car park. Players from teams with names such as the “Plonkers”, “Too Dam Cold” and “Doome and Broom” gather on the outdoor ice rink, sweeping furiously as 11kg curling stones move across the ice.L-R: A collection of enamel badges from curling competitions and tournaments. Curling stones ready to be put away after a Thursday night social curling game in Alexandra. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Arne Slot makes heartbreaking Diogo Jota admission after Liverpool's win over Bournemouth

On Friday, Liverpool played their first Premier League game since the death of Diogo Jota, who tragically died in a car crash alongside his brother earlier this summer

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12 h. ago Liverpool: Arne Slot pays fresh tribute to Diogo Jota after Reds win Premier League opener

A minute’s silence was observed in the striker’s memory ahead of kick-off

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13 h. ago Bournemouth captain ‘shocked’ and ‘angry’ after Antoine Semenyo reports racist abuse in Liverpool match at Anfield

Liverpool’s opening win over Bournemouth was marred by an incident of racist abuse which brought the game to a halt

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13 h. ago Aggressive insults, grabbing all the headlines – Gavin Newsom is trying to be a Democratic version of Trump. Will voters buy it?

Republicans got behind Trump because ‘at least he fights.’ Will Democrats do the same? asks Eric Garcia

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13 h. ago Hugo Ekitike lights up Liverpool win over Bournemouth on a night marked by grief and marred by racist abuse

Liverpool 4-2 Bournemouth: Tributes were paid to Diogo Jota on a poignant evening at Anfield, but the game had to be halted after Antoine Semenyo reported receiving racist abuse from a spectator

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13 h. ago Jamie Carragher fumes despite Liverpool win and points finger at star who was 'shocking'

Liverpool got their Premier League title defence off to a winning start by beating Bournemouth 4-2 but Jamie Carragher wasn't happy with his former club's lack of control

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14 h. ago Stephen Robinson eyes 'great things' after signing new St Mirren contract

The Buddies boss vows to push the Paisley club forward after putting pen to paper on a deal to keep him and assistant manager Brian Kerr at the SMiSA Stadium until 2028.

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14 h. ago Mo Salah breaks down in front of Kop as Diogo Jota saluted after Liverpool win

Liverpool paid tribute to the late Diogo Jota as they began their Premier League title defence against Bournemouth and Mohamed Salah was emotional after the final whistle

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14 h. ago Chiesa and Salah’s late show earns Liverpool dramatic win against Bournemouth

The opening night of the new Premier League season contained tearful tributes, high drama, allegations of racist abuse and another reminder that, when it comes to indefatigable spirit and the will-to-win, Liverpool have few rivals.Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo, who reported being racially abused by a Liverpool fan during the first half at Anfield, appeared to have delivered a point for Andoni Iraoli’s side when hauling the visitors back from two goals down. An 88th minute volley from Liverpool substitute Federico Chiesa, however, plus a stoppage time strike from Mohamed Salah conjured a rescue act for Arne Slot’s champions. Salah was in tears after the final whistle as he stood in front of the Kop and absorbed a tribute to Diogo Jota. Continue reading...

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14 h. ago Champions Liverpool start with a win but Antoine Semenyo incident mars opener

The Reds squandered a two-goal lead on an emotional night at Anfield.

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14 h. ago Liverpool vs Bournemouth LIVE: Premier League result, latest updates and reaction after dramatic Reds win

Champions take on Cherries in curtain-raiser

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