38 m. ago Tearful Ronnie O'Sullivan 'damaged' as devastating phone call left him screaming

'The Rocket' has had remarkable success after an incredibly difficult time growing up

Events

50 m. ago Snooker news with Mark Williams to undergo surgery as Steve Davis issues warning on BBC

The latest news and views from the World Snooker Championship as Ronnie O'Sullivan prepares to make his long-awaited return to action against bitter rival Ali Carter

Events

58 m. ago Jack Draper backs Sinner as return from ban nears: ‘He doesn’t deserve any hate’

British No 1 says friend is ‘a really genuine, nice person’Italian will return to action after three-month ban in MayJack Draper believes it has been important to stand up for his friend Jannik Sinner and that the Italian is undeserving of any hate as he prepares to return from his three-month anti-doping ban next month.“When people ask about him, or anyone, I’ll tell the truth,” said Draper. “I think Jannik is a really, really genuine, nice person. And on top of that, he’s obviously an unbelievable player. In this situation, I’m sure that he would have absolutely zero idea of anything. That’s just the way life goes – sometimes there’s mistakes. Continue reading...

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59 m. ago The US government is coming for Google and Meta – but what will happen next?

Google suffered another defeat last week in its clash with the justice department, while Meta hasn’t been able to wriggle its way out of antitrust cases eitherHello, and welcome to TechScape. This week, Google and Meta take legal beatings while Microsoft faces a “tipping point” over Gaza.Doge unemployment ‘fraud’ discoveries are old finds from Biden era, experts sayDoge tried to embed staffers in criminal justice non-profit, says group Doge cuts spark questions as employees supporting Musk space launches sparedTrump adviser Peter Navarro says ‘we’re great’ after Elon Musk calls him ‘moron’ Continue reading...

Politics

59 m. ago JD Vance says his wife Usha has received ‘celebrity’ treatment in India

Family members tell The Independent they are ‘very happy’ to see America’s Second Lady return to embrace her Indian roots

Politics

65 m. ago Zhao Xintong has 'intimidating' trait that proves he can win World Snooker Championship

The Cyclone blew away Jak Jones on his return to the Crucible after serving a 20 month betting ban

Politics

68 m. ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Chris McCausland halts Dianne Buswell comments as she 'takes it all back'

They were heard talking on a new episode of their podcast following their Strictly Come Dancing success

Politics

69 m. ago Former SNP frontbencher and Nicola Sturgeon ally confirms bid to run for Holyrood

Alison Thewliss is hoping for a return to frontline politics at next year’s Holyrood election.

Politics

84 m. ago Call of Duty finally brings back jetpacks this week but not as you remember them

Call of Duty is riding a wave of goodwill at the moment, and it's poised to reintroduce the series' controversial jetpacks starting tomorrow — but only in one very specific game

Sport

1 hour ago New Chelsea star's agent confirms 'world class' £49m talent won't play in Club World Cup

Chelsea will be one of two Premier League representatives in this summer's Club World Cup - along with Manchester City - but won't be able to call on one new boy for the tournament

Economics

1 hour ago Leeds hero could return as Elland Road supremo outlines Premier League plans

Leeds chairman Paraag Marathe has outlined their ambitions for the Premier League and one former hero could be returning to the club as they prepare to return to the top-flight, with eyes on staying there

Politics

1 hour ago Simone Biles reveals impact of Paris Olympics success: ‘My body collapsed’

The 28-year-old said she is yet to decide whether to compete in Los Angeles in 2028

Politics

2 h. ago ‘Were they just voting on vibes?’: Oscars’ new compulsory viewing rule sparks backlash

The announcement that members must watch all films nominated in a category in order to vote for the winner, is met with disbelief that it wasn’t already the caseA new rule introduced by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to ensure voters have seen all the films in a category before they cast their ballots has provoked disquiet online, with many expressing surprise it wasn’t already a requirement.A raft of measures were announced by the Oscars governing body on Monday, including the stipulation that “Academy members must now watch all nominated films in each category to be eligible to vote in the final round for the Oscars”. Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago Ronnie O’Sullivan rival Ali Carter almost gave up snooker to become commercial pilot

Ronnie O'Sullivan is set to make his long-awaited return to snooker at the World Championship on Tuesday, where he will face Ali Carter in the first round

Politics

2 h. ago Coronation Street spoilers confirm Gary Windass' future on ITV soap

Coronation Street spoilers for next week see the return of a 'missing' character, leaving fans delighted

Politics

2 h. ago Community councils need education on rules they are operating under, says councillor

Councillor Andy Doig believes recent events suggest certain aspects of the regulations are not widely understood.

Politics

2 h. ago Leeds and Burnley return to the Premier League: Football Weekly

Max Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, George Elek and Sanny Rudravajhala as Leeds and Burnley confirm their return to the Premier League over a busy Easter weekend in the EFLRate, review, share on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Audioboom, Mixcloud, Acast and Stitcher, and join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter and email.On the podcast today; the panel briefly summarise Nottingham Forest’s huge win over Spurs that propelled them back into the Champions League qualification spots before moving on to the Championship and Leeds and Burnley being promoted back into the Premier League. Continue reading...

Politics

2 h. ago Man City 'set for October trial' vs Premier League over latest rule change challenge

Manchester City are reportedly set to take the Premier League to trial over Associated Party Transaction rules.

Politics

3 h. ago Tyrique George accelerates shock breakthrough as Chelsea face huge summer decisions

Academy graduate has an extended chance to prove his worth as Blues ponder winger shake-up

Events

3 h. ago Youth accused of Leo Ross murder appears before crown court judge ahead of trial

The 15-year-old, who cannot be identified, was not asked to enter any pleas during a nine-minute appearance before the Recorder of Birmingham.

Events