65 m. ago Naive defending singled out as St Mirren B lose KDM Evolution Trophy opener at Dumbarton

The Buddies fielded some first-team fringe players in the 4-2 defeat to the League Two outfit.

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1 hour ago How Pete Hegseth’s zeal to bring religiosity to the Pentagon is dividing the military

Former Fox and Friends host’s ultra-conservative Christian nationalism causing ‘frustration’ within ranks, say expertsWhile secretary of defense Pete Hegseth’s links to an extremist church and crusader tattoos caused a stir during his confirmation hearings, the former Fox & Friends host is now openly bringing his ultra-conservative brand of christianity to the Pentagon.Veterans tell the Guardian that Hegseth’s religiosity – rubbing off in new recruitment ads and official US Department of Defense social media activities – is dividing the ranks and doing untold damage to the future of the US military. Continue reading...

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1 hour ago Why Manchester United would allow defender to join Sheffield Wednesday

Man United's promising defender Harry Amass is closing in on a loan departure in the summer transfer window.

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1 hour ago Burghley Horse Trials course designer promises different feel as course reversed for first time in eight years

Premier course designer Derek di Grazia is excited by the newly-reversed course at the Defender Burghley Horse Trials as it changes direction for the first time in eight years.

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1 hour ago Forget everything else, Du Plessis vs Chimaev is the true fight of the year

At UFC 319, the awkward yet seemingly insurmountable Dricus Du Plessis defends the middleweight belt against the frightening force of Khamzat Chimaev

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2 h. ago UEFA claim their 'Stop killing children' Super Cup banner is NOT political after sparking Israeli anger with gesture days after Mohamed Salah criticised their tribute to 'Palestinian Pele'

UEFA have defended their 'Stop killing children, stop killing civilians' banner displayed prior to the UEFA Super Cup - insisting that it was not a political message as they come under-fire.

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2 h. ago Princess Beatrice and Eugenie facing 'horrid time' after lurid Prince Andrew claims

A royal expert has revealed how the York sisters would be “utterly mortified” in light of the new claims against their father, and why they haven’t defended his actions

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2 h. ago CNN pundit and fitness guru accused of ‘historical revisionism’ by Democrat lawmaker while defending Trump’s Smithsonian overhaul

‘He’s not whitewashing slavery, and you cannot tie Imperialism and racism and slavery to just one race,’ fitness guru Jilian Michaels told CNN

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4 h. ago 10 best maternity and nursing bras for support during and after the baby bump

The best lace, multi-way and supportive styles during pregnancy and breastfeeding postpartum

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4 h. ago Arne Slot confirms next Liverpool transfer is agreed as he offers Marc Guehi response

Liverpool manager Arne Slot says that a deal has been agreed to sign Parma defender Giovanni Leoni, while he also offered an update on the pursuit of Marc Guehi

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5 h. ago Liverpool transfer news: Arne Slot '24 hours away' from next signing as Reds offered huge update

Liverpool are wrapping up a stunning summer transfer window with Arne Slot's side still in the market for two defenders after splashing over 300million on five signings

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5 h. ago Transfer news live: Liverpool agree fee for defender, Man Utd target Baleba, Isak’s Newcastle future

Follow all the latest transfer rumours, gossip and signings

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6 h. ago Tottenham issue statement as Spurs star subjected to vile racist abuse after Super Cup

Tottenham have come out and leapt to the defender of Mathys Tel after he was subjected to racist abuse following the Super Cup loss as the club took aim at "cowards hiding behind anonymous usernames"

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6 h. ago Carlos Baleba to Man United transfer twist as huge Adam Wharton decision 'made'

Our opinion on the latest Manchester United transfer news, including updates on Carlos Baleba and Adam Wharton

Politics

7 h. ago Nicola Sturgeon’s immense political talent is undeniable. The nationalism was the problem | Martin Kettle

Many of her admirers gloss over her desire to break up the UK as Scotland’s first minister. But in her open and touching memoir, it plays a starring roleNicola Sturgeon was – and still is – important, talented, personable and, to many, inspirational. She was also extremely lucky and often wrong, sometimes seriously so. There are examples of all these qualities in her newly published memoir, Frankly. Sturgeosceptics should concede at once that it contains much that is fascinating, especially about her relations with her charismatic mentor turned vengeful enemy Alex Salmond. Starry-eyed Sturgies should equally admit she made several deep and lasting errors that have left behind a divided nationalist party and movement.The book is more open and touching about private issues than most political memoirs, although Sturgeon deploys these qualities selectively. Many of the intimate reflections are about being a woman in politics. Other memoirs by female politicians – including those of Marg...

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15 h. ago Transfer roundup: Liverpool close on £26m Leoni deal to boost Slot’s defence

Calvert-Lewin undergoing medical at LeedsBournemouth sign Diakité from Lille for £30mLiverpool are close to signing Parma’s teenage centre-back Giovanni Leoni for an initial fee of £26m. The 18-year-old was a target for several Italian and Premier League clubs after impressing for Parma last season but Liverpool look to have beaten off the competition as they attempt to increase Arne Slot’s defensive options.Manchester United were among the Premier League clubs to register interest in the defender. Inter had hoped to reunite Leoni with the former Parma coach Cristian Chivu but were unable to match the financial offer from Liverpool. Continue reading...

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16 h. ago Liverpool's plan for Giovanni Leoni as Reds to beat two Premier League rivals to teen star

Liverpool are set to secure another transfer in the coming days as they near a full agreement for Parma's teenage star Giovanni Leoni to add to Arne Slot's first team squad

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17 h. ago Bride who passed out 'singles sheet' at wedding defends divisive tactic after it's branded as 'humiliating'

When Jessica Branda tied the knot, she wanted a way for her single friends to mingle and possibly find love with one another so she passed out a paper listing all the single attendees.

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18 h. ago 'Controversial' animated movie has Netflix viewers divided on if it 'goes too far'

The film features a stacked cast that includes Idris Elba and Kathryn Hahn

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18 h. ago Policing must strike a balance between transparency and justice

Editorial: No democratic society should concede the principle of the right to a fair trial, one uncontaminated by misreporting that might influence a jury. But new guidance that permits police to share a suspect’s ethnicity and nationality with the public will enable the force to defend itself against often baseless allegations of ‘two-tier’ policing

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