37 m. ago Japan boxing authorities toughen up safety measures after deaths of two fighters in two days

The Japan Boxing Commission will crack down on rapid dehydration to ‘make weight’, which experts say makes the brain susceptible to bleedingBoxing authorities in Japan will introduce stricter safety measures after the sport was left in shock by the deaths this month of two boxers competing in the same event.Officials from the Japan Boxing Commission (JBC) told reporters this week the changes would include pre-bout urine tests, tougher rules on rapid weight loss and improvements in ringside medical services. Continue reading...

Sport

45 m. ago The Swiss lived in splendid isolation for years. Trump’s tariffs have shattered that complacency | Joseph de Weck

The shockwaves sent by the US president could finally push Switzerland closer to the EUGrowing up in Zurich often felt like being removed from the world. It shouldn’t be that way: after all, Switzerland is at the heart of Europe. Riding on the cosy Zurich trams, one hears all the world’s languages; and the airport offers more direct intercontinental flights than Berlin. And yet, coming of age in Switzerland is like sitting in an aquarium looking at the world through a thick bulletproof window.That glass was shattered last week when Donald Trump announced 39% tariffs on Swiss exports. The US is the most important destination for Swiss products: 18.6% of all its exports go there. If Trump maintains the tariffs, sales to the US “will be effectively annihilated”, said Switzerland’s industry lobbying group. The rightwing Swiss business minister, Guy Parmelin, announced a furlough programme to shield the economy from “mass layoffs”. The tabloid newspaper Blick captured the mood with a sta...

Politics

2 h. ago Overgrown home in disrepair put on sale for £450,000 because of the views

The three-bedroom house has been empty for years and is in a state of disrepair but it is still on the market for more than double the average price in the city

Economics

5 h. ago Revealed: The area where parents would pay £81,000 MORE to buy a home near a good school

Parents are willing to pay tens of thousands of pounds extra to live in the catchment area of a top state school, as private school fees hike intensifies competition.

Economics

6 h. ago Neighbour shocked by Karen Matthews' comments prior to Shannon's kidnapping revelation

A new two-part documentary looking at the Shannon Matthews kidnapping case is available on Prime Video.

Events

7 h. ago Sam Long heroics help Bromley shock Ipswich on penalties in Carabao Cup

This remains a new world for Bromley. Recent entrants to the Football League, this home meeting with Ipswich was just their second Carabao Cup contest – now they have their first victory, delivered on penalties against a side who were in the top tier just three months ago.After Ben Johnson cancelled out Deji Elerewe’s first-half opener for Bromley, the night went to sudden death and belonged to Sam Long. He saved Ipswich’s first penalty, low to his right off George Hirst, and was required for another, denying Ali Al-Hamadi. Marcus Ifill provided the final blow, a memorable moment for a club not short of them in recent years. Continue reading...

Events

7 h. ago Blue Apron is getting a relaunch and ditching its subscription at

Blue Apron is no longer requiring households to have a subscription and is allowing customers to buy meals à la carte

Politics

8 h. ago EastEnders' George faces 'worst nightmare' as Kojo arrested following shock drug twist

Spoilers for next week's EastEnders reveal trouble for Kojo as his brother George finds him in a bad state after taking drugs - only for him to later be arrested by Jack Branning

Events

9 h. ago Emmerdale Mike's true identity as vile plan for Vinny revealed in distressing scenes

It was a shock night in Emmerdale tonight as Mike's true identity and vile plan for Vinny Dingle was revealed as he exposed his true colours before attacking him for money

Politics

10 h. ago Katie Price shares 'not the enemy' message amid 'rift' with Princess Andre

Katie did not feature in her daughter's new ITV documentary series

Politics

10 h. ago Drone deliveries poised to change the way people get their groceries

Delivery drones can now bring ice cream and other items quickly to customers’ doors, with US retailers planning to expand drone deliveries to more cities soon.

Events

10 h. ago Starbucks bans printers and desktops after Korean customers turn cafes into offices

The move is aimed at a group of people known as ‘cagongjok’

Economics

11 h. ago Princess Andre’s childhood pain prompts apology from mum's ex Kieran Hayler

The teenager had said she saw things ‘that kids should never see’ after her mother was left heartbroken following marriage breakdown

Politics

11 h. ago Bryan Kohberger is already complaining in prison as maximum security inmates torment him 24/7

According to an insider, Bryan Kohberger is being driven 'crazy' by his other inmates inside the notorious Idaho Maximum Security Institution in Kuna.

Events

11 h. ago Cristiano Ronaldo put Tottenham transfer target above Lamine Yamal in shock vote

As Manchester City ponder the future of one of their young stars who has been linked to Tottenham Hotspur, Cristiano Ronaldo's view on the matter has already been made clear

Events

11 h. ago United Airlines flight canceled after female passenger had 'biohazard' diarrhea that destroyed bathroom

A woman shared the shocking story of how she single-handedly canceled a flight by wreaking havoc on the plane's bathroom for an hour and a half straight.

Politics

11 h. ago Ninja sale shoppers have hours left to snap up £8 gadget that keeps drinks cold for 24 hours

The 530ml bottle usually costs £29.99 while the larger 700ml capacity is £34.99 at full price

Economics

12 h. ago Shocking moment shoplifter who attacked Co Op staff is put in a choke hold by 'have

The 52-year-old man - named locality as James - was attempting to steal food and alcohol from the Co-Op in Torpoint, Cornwall on August 6 when workers tried to intervene.

Events

12 h. ago Man accused of sexually assaulting young girl and taking 'upskirting' photo

IT expert Kerry Price denies a total of 15 offences

Events

13 h. ago Pair of high profile monks arrested as femme fatale sex scandal takes dark turn

In a case that has shocked the south east Asian country, apparently pious monks have been secretly siphoning of money and playing for 'sugar daddy' for the operation's ringleader.

Events