23 h. ago Australia get too clever and pay the price for batting order jumble | Geoff Lemon

Failure of top three meant holders did not have enough runs when South Africa benefited from pitch flattening outAt a little before 1pm on a Saturday afternoon in London, a group of Australian cricketers stood around blinking in the sunlight, looking confused, like they had just popped up from a green tube in an unexpectedly bright part of the Koopa Kingdom. Less than a day earlier they had been right on top, happily on their way to a second consecutive World Test Championship title. In less than three sessions of stubbornness and brilliance, South Africa had taken that away.Sport is about creating an arena for the unexpected and some get hung up on the idea that acknowledging differences between participants is a form of disrespect. But the resource disparity should have made this contest one-sided. It was a triumph over politics and economics as much as over a rival group of players. Continue reading...

Economics

31 h. ago Voices: If the BBC licence fee is scrapped, Doctor Who should disappear behind a paywall

Radical new plans to overhaul BBC funding could link the price of your house with how much you pay for your TV licence. I’ve got an even better idea, says Clair Woodward

Events

33 h. ago 'I never have to pay full price for my McDonald's thanks to this one easy trick'

Maccies fans have discovered a secret trick to bagging yourself a discounted meal so you can tuck into your Big Mac meal while saving the pennies - and it couldn't be easier

Economics

49 h. ago How Iran’s military can wreak cold, bloody revenge on Israel

Israel’s attack on Iran was an existential defence but we will all pay the price, says world affairs editor Sam Kiley

Events

3 d. ago Police leaders say they will struggle to fulfil Labour’s promise to recruit 13,000 officers

Projected £1.2bn police funding shortfall expected to grow after spending review outlined fall in Home Office spending powerPolice forces will struggle to fulfil Keir Starmer’s promise to recruit an additional 13,000 officers and the public will “pay the price”, police leaders have warned, after the chancellor outlined a decline in Home Office spending power on Wednesday.The National Police Chiefs’ Council said it would be incredibly difficult to deliver the prime minister’s election pledge within the lifetime of this parliament, with a projected £1.2bn shortfall in police funding expected to grow. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Crowning glory: Here’s the blueprint for your most fabulous summer hair yet

Depending on your destination - and of course the forecast - summer can spell challenging times for our hair. From humidity, to harmful UV rays, drying chlorine and sea water, the hurdles keep on coming. Still, with some expert advice and a little extra time and care there needn’t be a price to pay for your time in the sun. Here’s what to bear in mind:

Politics

4 d. ago Warnings that police £1.2bn funding shortfall will continue to grow

Police leaders have reacted with dismay to the funding plan set out by the chancellor on Wednesday, as one said ‘the public will pay the price’.

Events

7 d. ago Man City may have to revisit Manchester United plan despite Chelsea millions

Chelsea's interest in Jamie Gittens could see them pay Manchester City more millions, but is that a big enough price for the Blues?

Sport

8 d. ago Katie Price fails to pay £12,500 a month debt after bankruptcy agreement

The former glamour model was declared bankrupt twice in the last six years

Economics

9 d. ago If Trump cuts funding to NPR and PBS, rural America will pay a devastating price

Much of the country has little access to local news, with public media filling the void – and serving as a lifelineWhen Hurricane Helene walloped North Carolina last fall, residents were hit by a second threat at the same time: the dire need for accurate information.The loss of electric power amid the widespread flooding meant that people – especially those in isolated areas – were deprived of basic news. They needed to know about everything from road closures to the whereabouts of their family and friends to sources of drinkable water.Margaret Sullivan is a Guardian US columnist writing on media, politics and culture Continue reading...

Economics

1 week ago Companies that spinelessly follow Trump's cuts to DEI will pay a heavy price | Miriam González Durántez

Going along with the US’s perverse programme is not just a moral failure – it directly contravenes EU and British lawOrganising a women’s networking event in the US has become an act of defiance. Companies with equality-driven agendas risk losing government contracts. Some are receiving McCarthy-like letters asking them to confirm that they have no diversity policies. Activities designed to support women, including healthcare research, are being threatened, and companies are backtracking on former commitments. Women’s networking events, the gathering of diversity data and targeted training are being questioned. And some companies are requesting that charities focused on women and girls consider changes to their programmes in order to navigate the current climate. The one I founded, Inspiring Girls, has already been asked to “include men as role models”.This anti-diversity wave isn’t just a social backlash to the many excesses of wokeness – it is politically orchestrated and driven. ...

Politics

1 week ago Scots would pay price for Nigel Farage's proposed funding shakeup

The Reform UK's plan to scrap the Barnett Formula would lead to cuts to public services in Scotland, says Record View.

Economics

2 w. ago The double council tax loophole that will cost councils £334million

Second home owners dodging the double council tax bill is set to cost local authorities £334million.

Economics

3 w. ago Alejandro Garnacho 'can only leave Man Utd' if clubs pay Viktor Gyokeres' price tag

Alejandro Garnacho's future at Manchester United is in peril after the winger questioned Ruben Amorim's decision to only give him 20 minutes of action in their Europa League final defeat to Tottenham

Economics

3 w. ago Energy bills calculator: See how much you will now pay as new price cap announced

Ofgem has confirmed a new price cap

Economics

3 w. ago Scots set to pay £500 more on energy bills this year despite new Ofgem price cap

Ofgem has announced the price cap will fall from £1,849 to £1,720 on July 1.

Economics

3 w. ago ANDREW GRIFFITH: Whether it's a bigger bill at the checkout, pricier pints or more expensive mortgages, we all pay the price of Labour's economic vandalism

The chickens are coming home to roost. Yesterday's surge in inflation was the predictable outcome of Labour's war on business.

Economics

3 w. ago Why Europa League glory for Tottenham may not be enough for Ange Postecoglou

A first trophy since 2008 is within reach for Spurs — but their manager could yet pay the price for their domestic failings

Politics

3 w. ago Matheus Cunha transfer price rockets as Ruben Amorim's Manchester United calls pay off

The very latest Man Utd transfer news as key figures at Old Trafford continue to pursue Matheus Cunha.

Economics

3 w. ago Trump Treasury secretary admits Americans will pay ‘some’ tariff price hikes

Treasury official says he spoke with Walmart leadership after chain was targeted by Trump’s angry diatribe

Economics