7 h. ago 'Things will get better' in 2026, promises Starmer as he fights to stay PM with Labour facing election blows

The Government saw its popularity fall further in 2025 as Nigel Farage’s Reform UK surged

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12 h. ago From World Cup to Winter Olympics plus Wimbledon and The Masters: your ultimate guide to the 2026 sporting calendar

IF YOU thought the sporting calendar couldn't get more packed, 2026 will prove you wrong.  The new year promises a global itinerary that reads like a dream for the dedicated travelling fan.  From the slopes of the Italian Dolomites to the heat of Mexico City, the world’s biggest stages are set. The year kicks off...

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16 h. ago From the World Cup to the return of Michaela Coel, 2026 promises to excite and bring joy

A very Long Wave-coded book, a landmark Nigerian film and more Black art, culture and sport on its way in the next 12 months• Don’t get The Long Wave delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereThe week between Christmas and New Year is a unique time. You’re free to not worry about what day of the week it is, or think too heavily on anything beyond your current state. But as we reach the new year, it is equally fun to think about the things we hope will bring some much-needed collective joy in the year ahead.This week, our colleagues from across the diaspora have shared the Black cultural events that they are looking forward to in 2026, from books and TV shows to Ghana beating England at the World Cup. Continue reading...

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19 h. ago AI Nostradamus predicts Prince Harry’s return, Trump betrayal & doom for England at World Cup in NINE 2026 prophecies

STARING into the swirling mists of an uncertain future, our AI-powered version of legendary mystic Nostradamus has handed over his decrees for 2026. With raging wars, global unrest, terrifying new technologies and a World Cup heartbreak - here is what The Sun's cyborg savant thinks is in store for the world in the New Year....

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43 h. ago Insider's Choice: Scottish debut novels to look out for in 2026

There are some highly promising literary debuts lined up for 2026, writes Vikki Reilly

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3 d. ago Let's promise to have decency and honesty in politics in 2026

There is a lot to look forward to in Scottish politics in 2026.

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1 week ago Ryan Giggs highlights 'irreplaceable' Man Utd star despite past issues with club

Ryan Giggs believes Ruben Amorim could yet find a silver lining in losing three key players to the Africa Cup of Nations as the Manchester United icon also highlighted the return of three players

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1 week ago Emmerdale's Lucy Pargeter issues 'soon' promise in 2026 tease for Chas Dingle

EXCLUSIVE: Chas Dingle is in for a change of pace as Emmerdale approaches 2026

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2 w. ago 'Right now, we're the big brother': Jack Dempsey on Glasgow v Edinburgh and his 'strange' friend

No 8 relishing 1872 Cup return after two-year absence

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2 w. ago Pep Guardiola makes transfer stance clear as Man City boss apologises

Manchester City return to Carabao Cup action this evening when they face Brentford in the quarter-finals at the Etihad Stadium

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2 w. ago Man City injury latest and return dates as Blues dealt blow ahead of Carabao Cup tie

Manchester City injury and return dates as Jeremy Doku faces spell on sidelines

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2 w. ago ‘No issues to resolve’: Slot claims Salah matter over but talks expected during Afcon

Liverpool manager: ‘There’s nothing for me to talk about’Slot refuses to divulge details of talks with SalahArne Slot claimed he had no outstanding issues with Mohamed Salah and would see the Egypt international after the Africa Cup of Nations following the forward’s positive return for Liverpool against Brighton.Salah was reintroduced to the Liverpool side as a 26th-minute substitute having been omitted from the Champions League win at Inter over the incendiary interview he gave at Elland Road last Saturday. Slot refused to divulge details of the conversation that led to Salah being restored to the squad on Friday but insisted that, as far as he was concerned, the matter was resolved. Talks are expected, however, between the Liverpool hierarchy and Salah’s representative while the forward is away on Afcon duty. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Katie Price and Kerry Katona's 'double wedding and babies' as pair vow to settle down

Best friends Kerry Katona and Katie Price have made a secret festive promise which will see wedding bells in 2026 as they have vowed to be bridesmaids at one another’s weddings

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2 w. ago Katie Price and Kerry Katona's 'double wedding and babies' as pair make pledge to settle down

EXCLUSIVE: Best friends Kerry Katona and Katie Price have made a secret festive promise which will see wedding bells in 2026 as they have vowed to be bridesmaids at one another's weddings

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3 w. ago Everything you need to know about Scotland's World Cup opponents and the deja vu

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will mark Scotland's return to the big stage after 28 years and we have the lowdown on all three Group C opponents: Haiti, Morocco and Brazil.

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3 w. ago Thomas Tuchel keeps his cool amid cringe, confusion and drama of World Cup draw | David Hytner

England manager happy to ‘focus on what we can influence’ after a draw that will live long in the memory and not for the right reasons At the end of an extraordinary day in the US capital and a World Cup draw that lurched between the ridiculous and the sublime (with a greater emphasis on the former, if the truth be told), Thomas Tuchel and England now know. Croatia in Toronto or Dallas. Ghana in Boston or Toronto. Panama in New Jersey or Philadelphia. And that is just the group games.With the excitement running wild and, well, England being England, their determination to bring it home to the fore, it was not long before the permutations were being scrutinised. It could be Mexico at the Azteca in the last 16 – the scene of the Hand of God in 1986. It could be Brazil in Miami in the quarter-finals. Tuchel pulled a face as if to say: “Wow.” There had been a lot to process. And that is before we talk about the Honourable Donald J Trump and his Fifa peace prize glory. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Scotland handed daunting World Cup 2026 draw against BRAZIL but minnows offer hope of getting out of group

SCOTLAND have discovered their group stage fate for next year's World Cup. The Tartan Army will return to football's biggest stage in North America next summer after topping their qualification group following a dramatic win over Denmark at Hampden last month. It will be 28 years next summer since Scotland last featured in the World...

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3 w. ago Edinburgh Rugby make bold selection calls and position switch for Champions Cup return

Everitt gives youth its chance as French cracks Toulon come to town

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3 w. ago 'They have got a chance': Scarlets backed to hit ground running on Champions Cup return

After an impressive domestic campaign last term, Scarlets are back in the top competition and open their account at home to free-scoring Bristol Bears

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3 w. ago World Cup draw buildup, Slot wants ‘top four’ return for Liverpool, and more – football live

⚽ All the latest updates heading into the weekend’s action⚽ Premier League: 10 things to look out for | Email DavidBack to domestic matters and last night’s Premier League clash at Old Trafford. Despite looking absolutely woeful against Liverpool, West Ham managed to nick a point with a late equaliser against Manchester United. Ruben Amorim was pretty miffed it’s fair to say.Ashes news. Quick plug for our other live blog. It was looking a bit grim for England but then two quick wickets! What a catch by Will Jacks! Rob Smyth has the details. Continue reading...

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