72 m. ago US set to be host to biggest sporting events with guests it doesn’t want | Emma John

Donald Trump is closing the borders even though the World Cup and 2028 Olympics will take place in his countryCall it big, beautiful timing. On Tuesday, Fifa announced it had taken an office in Trump Tower. On Wednesday, Donald Trump announced he would attend the Club World Cup final. And who could begrudge the US president a little sporting entertainment after the week he has had? Those Nobel peace prize applications don’t write themselves.Trump’s attendance at a tournament that we can be 95% sure he doesn’t understand is, doubtless, a huge coup and political victory for football. This is a sport that only a decade ago was openly considered un-American, scrawled into the rightwing commentator’s list of pet peeves between meteorologists and Judy Blume. Ann Coulter described soccer’s growing popularity as a “sign of the nation’s moral decay”. Glenn Beck likened it to Obamacare: “It doesn’t matter how you try to sell it to us, it doesn’t matter how many celebrities you get we want not...

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73 m. ago Man Utd transfer news: Bryan Mbeumo deal urgency as talks continue over £60m

Manchester United have completed their third signing of the transfer window, but Ruben Amorim's overhaul hasn't even touched the sides as work still continues on a deal for Brentford star Bryan Mbeumo

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75 m. ago Wimbledon in pictures: Behind the scenes at the All England Club

A photographer’s life following the Championships in SW19.

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76 m. ago Ted Lasso star Hannah Waddingham signs up for Celebrity Gogglebox in huge coup

EXCLUSIVE: Hannah Waddingham is the latest star to sign up for Celebrity Gogglebox and the Ted Lasso and Game of Thrones actress will be on the show alongside musician Tim Minchin

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85 m. ago Rory McIlroy makes honest admission after spending time with Erica Stoll in new home

Rory McIlroy's form since completing the career Grand Slam has been inconsistent, but the Northern Irishman has seemingly been given a new lease of life

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1 hour ago Neighbours wraps filming after 40 years as cast share emotional goodbye to Ramsay Street

Neighbours is coming to an end after Amazon decided not to renew the soap, with the cast and crew sharing their thanks as they filmed their final scenes at Nunawading studios

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1 hour ago GPs to stop signing people off work as 'not fit' under new government pilot scheme

Under the new pilot scheme being trialled across 15 locations, GPs will be given money to employ dedicated teams to help people find a job rather than signing them off as 'not fit'

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2 h. ago Neighbours wraps filming after 40 years as cast members speak out on emotional goodbye

It's an end of an era as Neighbours cast members film their final scenes of the Australian soap opera as cast member break their silence on the show ending after four decades

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2 h. ago Gabby Logan opens up on 'constant arguments' with rugby star husband Kenny Logan

BBC presenter Gabby Logan has shared a fresh look into her life at home with Kenny Logan as she revealed that there are "constant arguments"

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2 h. ago Roman Kemp ‘ruins’ Gogglebox secrets including ‘tiny TVs’ and instructions from producers

The One Show star Roman Kemp has appeared on Celebrity Gogglebox with his dad Martin Kemp since 2019, but he has now lifted the lid on what goes on behind the scenes

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2 h. ago Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim to miss out on ace he 'really likes' as Tottenham take revenge

Tottenham are closing in on their third signing of the summer with Nottingham Forest playmaker Morgan Gibbs-White, who was admired by Manchester United, set to arrive in a £60m deal

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2 h. ago Arsenal chief Andrea Berta's stance on transfers after snubbing big

Arsenal have stepped things up in the transfer market in recent weeks and are now closing in on a fourth summer signing after striking a deal for Chelsea winger Noni Madueke

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3 h. ago Noni Madueke: Arsenal reach agreement with Chelsea to sign £52m forward

Gunners are closing in on their fourth signing of the summer transfer window

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3 h. ago How the 'constant danger' of royal life made Princess Diana learn how to use a gun and take courses on handling potential terrorist attacks

A life in the spotlight comes with its drawbacks - many of which the Royal Family are all too aware of. The royals have faced attempted kidnappings, home invasions and even assasination plots.

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3 h. ago 'I joined Chelsea in £150m spending spree – Todd Boehly’s tactic risks a big backfire'

Chelsea have invested heavily in one particular part of the pitch since Todd Boehly took over in 2022, and one former Blues star believes it could leave the squad out of balance

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3 h. ago Gabby Logan says 'there's constant arguments' in honest family confession

BBC presenter Gabby Logan shared an insight into her family life as she revealed how she has "constant arguments" with one family member

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3 h. ago Carolina Wilga: police rule out foul play in search for missing German backpacker in remote Western Australia

WA police believe backpacker walked away from her vehicle after it suffered mechanical issues in remote bushland north-east of PerthFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWestern Australia police are ruling out foul play as they continue searching for missing German backpacker Carolina Wilga, saying they believe she may have walked into inhospitable bush after her van broke down.Police on Thursday found Wilga’s abandoned Mitsubishi van about 150km from Beacon in the Karroun Hill area, which has been described as remote and inhospitable country.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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3 h. ago 'I hope you hear the sound of my brother colliding with your car for the rest of your life'

'There are no winners in this situation; just heartache for all those left behind, including your own family'

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3 h. ago GPs won't write sicknotes to sign you off work under new rules

People who ask their GP for time off work for illness will instead be sent to therapy, coaching or the gym

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4 h. ago My mental health is bad – and it makes me scared to become a mother

Having a baby can be a bigger risk for those with anxiety and depression. Lydia Spencer-Elliott asks the experts if pregnancy is still a good idea – and how women can keep themselves safe

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