37 h. ago Taylor Swift's new album title is a lie... and everything you need to know

She owned the world's biggest stage, she reclaimed her music, she got the guy... now Taylor Swift is ready to tell you what it really cost - your ultimate guide to the year's most anticipated album

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4 d. ago Lowry steps out of McIlroy’s shadow to play leading man on biggest stage

Irish golfer represents everything that makes Europe so successful as a team and could well be a future captainIt is not easy being Shane Lowry. Such a close friendship with Rory McIlroy means not only is sporting comparison inevitable but questions towards Lowry are routinely framed with the Northern Irishman in mind. What does Rory think, what would Rory say. Lowry takes it all in good spirit – the vast majority of the time – when he would be entitled to roll his eyes. That also applies to the rogue depiction of the hard-drinking Irishman who has a natural talent for his sport that removes a need for hard work. There are few more dedicated or serious performers than Lowry. He cares almost too much.McIlroy’s outstanding achievements in golf do not extend to what Lowry produced on Sunday. A stirring comeback from the USA had left Europe in serious danger of letting the Ryder Cup slip through a dozen pairs of hands. It was left to Lowry and a 6ft putt on the final green at Bethpage B...

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4 d. ago Lowry steps out of McIlroy’s shadow to play leading man on biggest stage | Ewan Murray

Irish golfer represents everything that makes Europe so successful as a team and could well be a future captainIt is not easy being Shane Lowry. Such a close friendship with Rory McIlroy means not only is sporting comparison inevitable but questions towards Lowry are routinely framed with the Northern Irishman in mind. What does Rory think, what would Rory say. Lowry takes it all in good spirit – the vast majority of the time – when he would be entitled to roll his eyes. That also applies to the rogue depiction of the hard-drinking Irishman who has a natural talent for his sport that removes a need for hard work. There are few more dedicated or serious performers than Lowry. He cares almost too much.McIlroy’s outstanding achievements in golf do not extend to what Lowry produced on Sunday. A stirring comeback from the USA had left Europe in serious danger of letting the Ryder Cup slip through a dozen pairs of hands. It was left to Lowry and a 6ft putt on the final green at Bethpage B...

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4 d. ago Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny to headline 2026 Super Bowl half

Latin trap and reggaeton artist to lead NFL half-time celebration on 8 February, following Kendrick Lamar’s record-breaking 2025 showBad Bunny will headline the NFL’s biggest stage next year: the Super Bowl half-time show in northern California.The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Sunday that the Grammy-winning artist will lead the halftime festivities from Levi’s Stadium on 8 February in Santa Clara, in the San Francisco Bay Area. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Paul Roberts, One Direction and Harry Styles choreographer, dies aged 52

Choreographer worked with some of the world’s biggest music stars, as well as on critically acclaimed TV and stage shows

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7 d. ago England seek World Cup redemption in Twickenham finale against Canada

Defeat to New Zealand three years ago still hurts but Ellie Kildunne can inspire Red Roses to glory in sellout finalThe unmistakable earworm of ­Dappy’s 2011 hit No Regrets boomed out of the speakers as England stepped on to the turf to train at Twickenham on the eve of Saturday’s Rugby World Cup final. It’s fair to say, though, that the Red Roses do have a few regrets, six of them stemming from World Cup final losses.The most recent was three years ago when they fell to defeat at the hands of New Zealand at Eden Park. This time they are hosting the final against Canada at their own iconic stadium and the question remains: can they finally do away with their World Cup demons or will they once again crumble on the biggest stage? Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Liverpool dealt devastating Giovanni Leoni injury update as defender ruled out ‘for a year’

The 18-year-old suffered an ACL injury on his Liverpool debut and will be sidelined for a ‘year’, Arne Slot said

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8 d. ago Giovanni Leoni set for several months out as Liverpool defender suspects serious knee injury

Leoni earned adulation from Liverpool fans on his debut before suffering the desperately unfortunate injury

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8 d. ago Keanu Baccus on track to make a splash at World Cup, says St Mirren boss Stephen Robinson

The midfielder represented the Socceroos at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and has been tipped to star on the biggest stage once again.

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8 d. ago Alexander Isak and Florian Wirtz react to devastating Giovanni Leoni injury update

Giovanni Leoni suffered a potentially serious knee injury on his Liverpool debut in the Carabao Cup clash against Southampton, and has received an influx of support from Reds players

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9 d. ago Arne Slot has already named the two players who can replace Liverpool star after injury setback

Giovanni Leoni suffered a serious injury on his Liverpool debut against Southampton, and he's set to be ruled out for a while, prompting Arne Slot to consider his options at centre-back

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9 d. ago Liverpool star handed Champions League lifeline as new UEFA rule gives green light

Giovanni Leoni suffered a serious knee injury on his Liverpool debut, ruling him out for a prolonged period, and now the Reds can use a new UEFA rule to replace him in their Champions League squad with his fellow Italian, Federico Chiesa

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9 d. ago Arne Slot facing Liverpool selection headache after serious injury exposes squad flaw

Liverpool manager Arne Slot has been handed a conundrum after summer signing Giovanni Leoni suffered a potentially season-ending injury on his debut, leaving him short in central defence

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9 d. ago Behind the scenes at the Ryder Cup 2025: How DP World keeps golf’s biggest stage running

When the action begins at the Ryder Cup, it will mark not only the start of one of the world’s most iconic sporting events but also one of the most logistically complex.

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9 d. ago Behind the scenes at the Ryder Cup 2025: How DP World supports golf’s biggest stage

When the action begins at the Ryder Cup, it will mark not only the start of one of the world’s most iconic sporting events but also one of the most logistically complex.

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1 week ago Liverpool fear young defender Giovanni Leoni suffered serious injury on debut

Leoni was carted off during the Carabao Cup win over Southampton and the initial prognosis looks bleak

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1 week ago Doctor shares five cancer warning signs you should never ignore

Doctor Yousuf Zafar, who has more than 20 years experience working as an oncologist, has shared the major cancer warning signs as he urges people to visit a professional if they start to experience any of them

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1 week ago Manchester United vs Chelsea LIVE: Premier League result, latest updates and reaction after important win

The biggest Premier League fixture of the day took centre stage at Old Trafford

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1 week ago Manchester United vs Chelsea LIVE: Premier League latest score, match stream and goal updates

The biggest Premier League fixture of the day takes centre stage at Old Trafford

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1 week ago Robert Sanchez sent off as Chelsea experience horror start against Man Utd

Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez has been sent off just five minutes in the Premier League clash at Old Trafford against Manchester United after fouling Bryan Mbeumo

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