14 h. ago 'I wanted to leave Arsenal after just three months – I begged my agent to help me move'

Willian has enjoyed several Premier League stints across the years, most notably swapping Chelsea for Arsenal in a controversial transfer he quickly came to regret

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26 h. ago Survivors of airstrike on alleged drug boat in Caribbean held on US navy ship, officials say

It’s unclear whether survivors will be treated as prisoners of war or criminal defendants by US militaryThe US has seized survivors of a military strike on a suspected drug-carrying vessel in the Caribbean, the first since Donald Trump began launching deadly attacks in the region last month, according to officials in Washington.Thursday’s attack is believed to be at least the sixth strike in the waters off Venezuela since early September, and the first to result in survivors who were picked up by the US military. It was not immediately clear what would be done with the survivors, who the officials said were being held on a US navy vessel. Continue reading...

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37 h. ago Chess: Ukraine soldier grandmaster wins gold medal at European team championships

Igor Kovalenko, 36, the world No 48 with a Fide rating of 2669, has been a frontline soldier for three years and only began playing again a month agoUkraine was the most successful nation at this week’s European team championships, winning gold in the open event and silver in the women’s. It also sparked one of the most memorable results of recent years, as Igor Kovalenko, a serving army soldier who played no chess for three years, won the individual gold on fourth board with 6.5/8, the best percentage of the entire tournament.Kovalenko’s games included a key win against Serbia’s 2024 European individual champion, Aleksander Indjic, and a draw with Gawain Maroroa Jones in the final round when the Englishman was in pole position for third board gold. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Mikel Arteta warned £50m Arsenal star could ask for transfer due to squad role

Arsenal's squad depth could leave some stars considering their futures after the Gunners' summer signings increased competition for places under head coach Mikel Arteta

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5 d. ago Bridget Phillipson 'delaying trans guidance to avoid damaging her Labour deputy leader campaign'

At the beginning of last month, Ms Phillipson received guidance from the Equality and Human Rights Commission on the Supreme Court ruling on transgender rights.

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8 d. ago Palestinians displaced to southern Gaza begin journey home as ceasefire comes into effect

Thousands walk north along coastal road after Israel-Hamas agreement puts stop to fighting for first time in six monthsGaza ceasefire deal – live updatesThousands of displaced Palestinians have begun to return home from southern Gaza after a ceasefire came into effect and Israeli troops withdrew to an agreed-upon redeployment line – the first time that fighting has stopped in the devastated territory since March.The Israeli military said the ceasefire agreement, which was approved by the Israeli cabinet on Thursday night and begins the first phase of a US-drafted plan to end the war in Gaza, had been activated at noon local time (0900 GMT) on Friday. Continue reading...

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9 d. ago Future of beloved Channel 4 show The Piano revealed as judge speaks out

Channel 4 show The Piano is set to return for a fourths series in 2026. Filming on new episodes is due to begin within months with Claudia Winkleman returning as host

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9 d. ago Is Tim Cook stepping down? Apple CEO's 65th birthday sparks rumours of a huge shakeup

With Apple CEO Tim Cook's 65th birthday less than a month away, rumours have begun to swirl that the long-time leader might be preparing to step down.

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9 d. ago Kirsty Gallacher reveals she will begin radiotherapy next month after being diagnosed with benign ear tumour

The Gold radio presenter, 49, took to her Instagram story to share a gruesome image of a needle which had been inserted into her arm.

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2 w. ago UK travellers face new rule from October 12 when visiting 29 countries

The European Union's (EU) new Entry/Exit System (EES) will begin next month, which will change requirements for British citizens travelling to the Schengen area

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2 w. ago Diddy FUMBLES as he speaks in public for first time in 13 months and begs his mother's forgiveness through tears

LIVE UPDATES: Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces sentencing today for crimes prosecutors say deserve more than a decade behind bars as the pleads for 'mercy' and a swift release.

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2 w. ago Parking wardens to patrol streets in West Dunbartonshire this month as enforcement begins

West Dunbartonshire Council has taken over the responsibility of parking enforcement from Police Scotland.

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2 w. ago Saliba says Arsenal have to ‘prove we are ready to win’ after signing new contract

Defender confirms new five-year deal at club‘My choice is to stay here and win everything’William Saliba has said he will not consider leaving Arsenal until he wins a major trophy and admitted it was time for the players to back up their talk by delivering tangible success.It was confirmed on Tuesday that the France defender has signed a new five-year contract, despite strong interest from Real Madrid. Saliba has won only the Community Shield with Arsenal since joining in 2019 from Saint-Étienne, spending two and a half of his first three seasons on loan back in Ligue 1 before establishing himself as first choice under Mikel Arteta. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Strictly's Amy Dowden attends monthly chemotherapy appointment following cancer battle as she begs fans to 'be kind' after her controversial pairing with Thomas Skinner

The dancer, 35 was diagnosed with disease in May 2023 and underwent treatment including a mastectomy before being given the all clear by doctors in February 2024.

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2 w. ago Major banks including Halifax and NatWest to shut 97 branches in October starting in DAYS – is your local going?

FOUR high street banks are to shut 97 branches next month in another blow to Britain's high streets. The closures from Natwest, Halifax, Lloyds Bank, and Bank of Scotland follow the cull of hundreds of branches nationwide already this year. Starting at the beginning of next month, 27 Halifax branches, 23 NatWest branches, and 32...

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3 w. ago Spurs turn down takeover bid from tech entrepreneur Brooklyn Earick

Spurs ‘unequivocally reject’ US-based consortiumBid is third expression of interest since Levy exitTottenham have “unequivocally rejected” takeover interest from a United States-based consortium led by the tech entrepreneur Brooklyn Earick. The club have undergone significant changes at boardroom level this year, the most dramatic being Daniel Levy’s departure as chair at the beginning of the month.Levy was moved aside by the Lewis family, the ultimate owners, who have put a leadership team in place featuring Vinai Venkatesham as the chief executive and Peter Charrington as nonexecutive chair. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago The four questions Brits have to answer to go on holiday from October under new EU rules

The EU's Entry/Exit system is finally set to begin next month, with the first passengers heading through UK stations such as St Pancras and arriving in EU airports having to submit their details

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3 w. ago M&S shoppers all spot 'revolting' detail about store's new Halloween crisps

With Halloween approaching next month, supermarkets have begun launching ‘spooky’ themed food and drinks, and a new savoury snack from M\&S has sparked mixed views among shoppers

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3 w. ago Jamie Carragher warns Mikel Arteta leaving Arsenal like Liverpool side with 'handbrake on'

Arsenal were held to a 1-1 draw by Manchester City and Jamie Carragher has been left unimpressed by Mikel Arteta's side despite the Gunners salvaging a point thanks to an injury-time equaliser

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4 w. ago Thousands rally to back Birmingham's striking bin workers who have turned the city's streets into a rat

Mounds of litter have lined Birmingham's streets since members of the Unite union began their now-months-long war with council chiefs, causing an influx of maggots and rodents.

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