46 m. ago Billie Shepherd reveals devastating Lyme disease diagnosis that left her bed bound as she becomes latest celeb to open up about battle with the condition

The TV personality, 35, opened up about her 'really tough' battle with the condition that saw her struggling through periods of agonising pain and extreme fatigue.

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59 m. ago Buildup to Premier League, EFL, La Liga action and more – matchday live

Latest news before weekend action begins Get in touch! Share your thoughts with BarryMeanwhile in the EFL: Hillsborough stages its first match of the season when Sheffield Wednesday welcome Stoke City this afternoon and more fan protests are expected from the locals as they implore their owner Dejphon Chansiri to sell his beleaguered club for a reasonable asking price before it goes out of business.Ipswich Town will host Southampton at Portman Road, with Kieran McKenna’s side hoping to get their first win of the season on the board after securing an extremely fortuitous draw agasinst Birmingham City on the opening day of the season, before losing to lowly Bromley on penalties in the League Cup. Southampton, by contrast, are looking for their third consecutive win under Will Still, having already beaten Wrexham in the Championship and seeing off Northampton in the League Cup.Aston Villa v Newcastle United (12.30pm BST)Brighton v Fulham (3pm)Sunderland v West Ham (3pm)Tottenham Hotspu...

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2 h. ago Chelsea now believe in their process but need to stay humble for title tilt

Board are not demanding a Premier League win but silencing talk will be impossible if Club World Cup winners make fast startOff we go again. Just over a month has passed since Chelsea stunned Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup final, Cole Palmer leading the destruction of the European champions. But there is no chance of life at Stamford Bridge slowing down. It has been another breathless summer and, while the vibe is as positive as it has ever been under the ownership of Clearlake Capital and Todd Boehly, there is also the unavoidable question of whether a relentless schedule is going to catch up with the new world champions further down the line.A compressed pre-season, limited to friendlies against Bayer Leverkusen and Milan last weekend, may pose complications for Enzo Maresca in the long run. Chelsea had a lucrative time in the US, earning an estimated £85m in prize money, but the riches on offer from Fifa’s expanded tournament come with potential costs. The unknown is h...

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2 h. ago CHRISTOPHER BUCKTIN: Superman star joins Trump team notorious for human rights abuses

A former Superman star is ditching his cape to play sidekick to Donald Trump's most notorious goon squad, Christopher Bucktin writes, turning his legacy into a publicity stunt

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2 h. ago West Ham: Niclas Fullkrug fitness key as Graham Potter bids to build solid foundations

Whether Fullkrug and Callum Wilson can stay injury-free is likely to be crucial as Hammers gear up for tough-looking start to new season

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3 h. ago Liverpool transfer news: Arne Slot and Eddie Howe both drop major Alexander Isak hint as deal close

Liverpool got their Premier League season underway with a 4-2 win over Bournemouth, but Arne Slot has stated his desire to make more signings before the deadline

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4 h. ago How to watch Wolves vs Manchester City: TV channel and live stream for Premier League today

Guardiola begins quest to win back the Premier League with a new-look team

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4 h. ago Here is why I'm worried Rangers will sack Russell Martin and go for Derek McInnes – Ryan Stevenson

Martin has endured a tough start to life at Ibrox while McInnes is flying at Hearts

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4 h. ago East Kilbride boss expects 'fully motivated' Stranraer as Kilby seek first SPFL home win

The Blues visit looking for their first league win and Mick Kennedy expects a real test

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4 h. ago St Johnstone v Motherwell: Askou dreams of cup final place, but faces tough tie in Perth

St Johnstone knocked Motherwell out of the Scottish Cup in January

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5 h. ago Saturday’s briefing: Alleged racist abuse of Antoine Semenyo mars Liverpool win

The Premier League will launch a full investigation after the game was briefly halted in the first half.

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10 h. ago Arne Slot makes heartbreaking Diogo Jota admission after Liverpool's win over Bournemouth

On Friday, Liverpool played their first Premier League game since the death of Diogo Jota, who tragically died in a car crash alongside his brother earlier this summer

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10 h. ago Liverpool: Arne Slot pays fresh tribute to Diogo Jota after Reds win Premier League opener

A minute’s silence was observed in the striker’s memory ahead of kick-off

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10 h. ago Bournemouth captain ‘shocked’ and ‘angry’ after Antoine Semenyo reports racist abuse in Liverpool match at Anfield

Liverpool’s opening win over Bournemouth was marred by an incident of racist abuse which brought the game to a halt

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11 h. ago Hugo Ekitike lights up Liverpool win over Bournemouth on a night marked by grief and marred by racist abuse

Liverpool 4-2 Bournemouth: Tributes were paid to Diogo Jota on a poignant evening at Anfield, but the game had to be halted after Antoine Semenyo reported receiving racist abuse from a spectator

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11 h. ago Jamie Carragher fumes despite Liverpool win and points finger at star who was 'shocking'

Liverpool got their Premier League title defence off to a winning start by beating Bournemouth 4-2 but Jamie Carragher wasn't happy with his former club's lack of control

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11 h. ago Three years after his death, cricketer Shane Warne's legacy lives on with heart health checks

Cricketer Shane Warne’s legacy lives on more than three years after the death of the great spin bowler from a heart attack at the age of 52

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11 h. ago Mo Salah breaks down in front of Kop as Diogo Jota saluted after Liverpool win

Liverpool paid tribute to the late Diogo Jota as they began their Premier League title defence against Bournemouth and Mohamed Salah was emotional after the final whistle

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11 h. ago Chiesa and Salah’s late show earns Liverpool dramatic win against Bournemouth

The opening night of the new Premier League season contained tearful tributes, high drama, allegations of racist abuse and another reminder that, when it comes to indefatigable spirit and the will-to-win, Liverpool have few rivals.Bournemouth forward Antoine Semenyo, who reported being racially abused by a Liverpool fan during the first half at Anfield, appeared to have delivered a point for Andoni Iraoli’s side when hauling the visitors back from two goals down. An 88th minute volley from Liverpool substitute Federico Chiesa, however, plus a stoppage time strike from Mohamed Salah conjured a rescue act for Arne Slot’s champions. Salah was in tears after the final whistle as he stood in front of the Kop and absorbed a tribute to Diogo Jota. Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Champions Liverpool start with a win but Antoine Semenyo incident mars opener

The Reds squandered a two-goal lead on an emotional night at Anfield.

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