3 d. ago Emma Raducanu dumped OUT of US Open as British star is swept aside by Elena Rybakina in brutal reality check

Emma Raducanu was routed from the US Open by Elena Rybakina, and on this evidence the gap between the best of Britain and the best in the world is as wide as Central Park

Politics

9 d. ago Time for a reality check: Britain cannot be a big player on the world stage unless we speak more languages | Sophia Smith Galer

For all the talk of addressing the problem, things have got worse. Which is criminal when there is so much we could doLots of people told me to not study languages – including my own (monolingual) dad. “You’re never going to be as fluent as a native speaker,” I remember him saying when I was deciding on my university degree. “Why bother?”A little more than a decade later, I’ve collected a wealth of experiences. I’ve staffed Sotheby’s Madrid reception desk, I’ve taught theatre and English to Syrian children excluded from mainstream schools in Beirut. I’ve given a speech on sustainable development goals for Arab audiences at the UN, and I’ve trained journalists in Ecuador’s most dangerous city. I’ve dated men I’ve wanted to, swatted off men who I didn’t, sung songs, cooked recipes, all in languages that are not my native tongue. And most important of all? I’ve changed my dad’s mind.Sophia Smith Galer is a journalist and content creator. Her second book, How To Kill a Language, will be...

Sport

9 d. ago Newcastle's Alexander Isak transfer hope is 'divorced from reality' as reality check issued

Newcastle striker Alexander Isak is attempting to push through a big money move to Liverpool and Reds legend Jamie Carragher has shared his thoughts on the situation

Politics

1 week ago Nick Faldo savages Bryson DeChambeau and piles pressure on Scottie Scheffler for Ryder Cup

Team USA has named six players for the 2025 Ryder Cup thus far but Sky Sports pundit Sir Nick Faldo has issued a reality check to two of their biggest stars ahead of the competition

Events

2 w. ago Rasmus Hojlund set for instant Man United transfer reality check after brutal Arsenal decision

Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund is unlikely to be part of Ruben Amorim's plans this season after struggling badly for much of his time at Old Trafford so far

Sport

2 w. ago Man Utd target Carlos Baleba gets reality check as Rio Ferdinand disagrees with Roy Keane

Manchester United's interest in Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba has left former team-mates Rio Ferdinand and Roy Keane at odds on whether they should pursue a transfer

Events

2 w. ago Referees chief slams the door on David Coote: Disgraced official given brutal reality check after derogatory Jurgen Klopp comments and white powder scandal saw him SACKED

MIKE KEEGAN: David Coote was sacked last year after making derogatory comments about Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp - and the city - in a leaked video.

Politics

2 w. ago Boss at major German car maker calls for 'reality check' on EV switch

The CEO said the industry risks collapsing if the EU does not reconsider the proposed ban on sales of new petrol and diesel cars over the next decade.

Politics

2 w. ago Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac handed popularity reality check as fans don't hold back

A new poll shows most Premier League fans don't want Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac owning their clubs, despite Wrexham continuing to thrive under their celebrity stewardship

Politics

3 w. ago Alexander Isak dealt fresh reality check as Liverpool transfer hits new hurdle

Newcastle have been told that they need to sign two new strikers if they are to let Alexander Isak leave - further denting his hopes of securing a transfer to Liverpool

Economics

3 w. ago Liverpool given reality check after summer transfers and tragedy | John Brewin

Despite goals from two new signings, Liverpool’s Community Shield defeat asks fresh questions of Arne SlotWembley was supposed to be a case of the men who weren’t there. It ended up posing questions of the team asked to defend the Premier League title.Alexander Isak may become a Liverpool player. That will be decided soon enough by the transfer market; a game of charades is being played before money eventually dictates its conclusion. Continue reading...

Politics

3 w. ago Spartans defeat good for East Kilbride, says boss as 'reality check' dished out

Mick Kennedy is taking the positives after his side lost at home on their SPFL debut, and now head to Elgin today looking for a win

Politics

3 w. ago Dire Cardiff City player ratings as duo completely off it in Port Vale reality check

Here is how the Bluebirds players rated in the clash with the Valiants

Sport

3 w. ago Harvey Elliott provides reality check for Chelsea as Liverpool bosses take note of £60m deal

RB Leipzig are in talks to sign Liverpool's Harvey Elliott as a replacement for Xavi Simons, who may move to Chelsea for £60m, though the Reds will be taking the Dutchman's price tag into account

Economics