15 h. ago How Donald Trump's last football draw infuriated Sir Alex Ferguson: The story behind future President pulling out the balls for 1991 Rumbelows Cup, despite knowing 'NOTHING' about soccer

Back in 1991, Trump was called upon to help with the draw with the fifth round of the Rumbelows Cup - English Football's League Cup , then sponsored by an electronics company.

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35 h. ago Lloyds Bank pushes for AI and blockchain to transform UK homebuying

Charlie Nunn says system of tokenised deposits has potential to spark change as dramatic as invention of smartphone

Economics

56 h. ago BBC criticised for plan to cover some World Cup 2026 games remotely

To cut costs at the event hosted across the US, Canada and Mexico, smaller games may be covered from ManchesterThe BBC has repeatedly faced denunciations over the hordes of staff it takes to major events, from the Glastonbury festival to the Olympics. However, the broadcaster is now facing criticism over a plan to cover some games at next summer’s World Cup remotely to keep down costs.The 2026 tournament will be the biggest ever, hosted across three countries, different timezones and including an expanded 48-team lineup. To keep a handle on costs, the BBC is considering asking TV commentators and pundits to cover some lower-demand games from its base in Salford, Manchester. Continue reading...

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2 d. ago Premier League clubs face tax hikes after stadiums hit in Budget

Arsenal and Manchester United are among those facing much higher bills after being impacted by business rates revaluations alongside the Budget.

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3 d. ago Fans step back in time for dinner with Charles Dickens in spectacular festive performance

Megastar author Charles Dickens was his era’s equivalent of Beyoncé – now fans can 'meet' him in live show A Christmas Carol Experience

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4 d. ago Reading and Leeds 2026 headliners spark disappointment over one major change

Reading and Leeds Festival have announced their headliners for next year's shows but some fans have expressed their disappointment at the line-up as they notice one major change

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5 d. ago Princess Aiko's popularity sparks calls to change Japan's male

Princess Aiko's increasing popularity is sparking discussions about changing Japan's male-only succession law

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6 d. ago Wrexham AFC receives £18m from government despite Hollywood backing

Welsh government grants used to fund football club even though it is owned by wealthy movie stars Wrexham AFC has risen meteorically through the English football leagues thanks to the deep pockets of Hollywood movie star owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Yet the club has also had £18m in help from other, unwitting backers: Welsh taxpayers.The club has received almost £18m in nonrepayable grants from the Welsh government via the local council, according to UK government state aid disclosures – far in excess of the direct aid listed for any other football club in Britain. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago ITV to hold major advantage over BBC for World Cup 2026 after shock broadcasting decision

ITV will reportedly have staff at all of their 2026 World Cup games - while the BBC are covering some from their Salford HQ. A selection of BBC pundits and even commentators will be forced to operate out of a studio in Blighty as part of a decision geared towards cutting costs and minimising environmental...

Events

7 d. ago Michelle Heaton reveals she was punched to the ground by crazed fan in terrifying incident

Singer Michelle Heaton opens up about her new stage-show channelling the girlband era, scary fan encounters and what it was really like to do Celebrity Masterchef

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7 d. ago Argentinian football plunged into chaos as new champions crowned under bizarre new rule and entire team banned

A FOOTBALL row has erupted in Argentina with several figures banned following an on-pitch protest in response to a bizarre new rule which saw new champions crowned. Rosario Central's first league title since 1987 has sparked huge backlash. Rivals are unhappy after a rule change midway through the season allowed their success. Rosario were crowned...

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9 d. ago Could all six English clubs qualify for Champions League knockouts after latest wobble?

With all six Premier league clubs still in with a chance of the top eight in the league phase, could every English side qualify for the Champions League knockout rounds automatically?

Sport

1 week ago I'm A Celeb star Kelly Brook sparks concern as fans notice a change in her appearance

The latest series of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! is off to a dramatic start, with plenty of famous contestants trying their best to adapt to jungle life

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1 week ago I'm A Celebrity's Kelly Brook sparks concern as fans spot change in appearance

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! viewers noticed a change to Kelly Brook's appearance as she chatted with fellow contestants in camp

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2 w. ago I'm A Celeb's Lisa Riley sparks worry as fans noticed change in her appearance

Fans of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! have taken to social media to express their concern over Lisa Riley after noticing a change in her appearance

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2 w. ago I'm A Celeb's Lisa Riley sparks concern as viewers point out change in her appearance

The current series of I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! is off with a bang and has seen plenty of well-known faces taking on Bushtucker trials

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2 w. ago Eurovision changes rules after Israel's victory in the public vote sparked fury

Some participating countries raised concerns after Israel received the most public votes and finished second back in May.

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2 w. ago I'm A Celebrity's Lisa Riley sparks concern among viewers as they notice a surprising change in her appearance

Lisa Riley sparked concern among I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! Viewers on Thursday evening after they noticed a surprising change in her appearance.

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2 w. ago TNT Sports to lose Champions League rights as rival broadcaster makes major move

TNT Sports is reportedly set to lose the rights to the Champions League with American broadcaster Paramount+ set to take over the screening of the action in the UK

Sport

2 w. ago Nomad eSIM brings global connectivity to Premier League pitchside

Nomad eSIM, the leading global eSIM provider, today announced a significant expansion of its sports marketing presence with LED perimeter advertising across multiple English Premier League stadiums for the 2025/26 season.

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