80 m. ago Carlo Ancelotti sets record straight on Jude Bellingham after Thomas Tuchel controversy

Former Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has been speaking about his experience of managing Jude Bellingham with Los Blancos, after Thomas Tuchel criticised his attitude

Politics

88 m. ago Arsenal star sent warning over World Cup spot by Thomas Tuchel as clubs eye transfer

Myles Lewis-Skelly was left out of Thomas Tuchel's latest squad and the England manager has a message for the Arsenal star after starting just four games this season

Events

1 hour ago Putin's humiliation as Russia's first AI bot dramatically falls during on

Russia's first AI powered anthropomorphic android waddled onto the stage at its presentation and managed a wave before crashing face down on the stage

Politics

1 hour ago Swansea City manager search LIVE: Updates as Hellberg emerges as early contender

Swansea are searching for a successor to Alan Sheehan, who as sacked on Tuesday

Society

1 hour ago Craig Bellamy ignores Celtic rumours by issuing statement of intent for ‘massive’ Euro 2028

The UK and Ireland-hosted tournament has its official launch in London on Wednesday

Politics

2 h. ago British & Irish Lions plan ban on R360 players to stop Red Roses jumping ship

Eight of 12 tier-one unions already plan to ban rebelsLions hope to sway stars lured by league’s salary offersThe British & Irish Lions are planning to follow the example of the biggest unions by banning players who join R360 in a move designed primarily to prevent an exodus of England’s Red Roses stars to the rebel league.Eight of the 12 tier-one unions, led by England and New Zealand, announced last month that they would not select R360 players, and the Guardian has learned that the Lions will follow suit. Ireland, Scotland, France, Italy, New Zealand, Australia and South Africa also came out in support of a ban, but Wales and Argentina did not due to smaller player pools and weaker domestic leagues. Continue reading...

Sport

2 h. ago 'I was kidnapped by serial killer who idolised Ted Bundy but I outsmarted him by doing one thing'

Kara Robinson Chamberlain was just 15 when she was kidnapped by serial killer Richard Evonitz, who had murdered three young girls - but she managed to outsmart him and escape

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2 h. ago Teen captured by Ted Bundy obsessed serial killer escaped after spotting key detail

Kara Robinson Chamberlain was just 15 when she was kidnapped by serial killer Richard Evonitz, who had murdered three young girls - but she managed to outsmart him and escape

Events

4 h. ago Pep Guardiola doubled down in crisis to produce Man City masterstroke

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has overseen a transition to a younger squad but they have a wise old head leading them

Events

5 h. ago Country diary: The strange sight of cattle on sand dunes | Rob Schofield

Sefton, Merseyside: These longhorns will be here till spring, roaming (almost) free, disturbing the ground, creating a foothold for native wildlifeThey’re huddled at the entrance to their enclosure: a quartet of broad‑backed ruminants contemplating their winter lodgings. They arrived yesterday, when the dunes were under siege from wind and rain. But these are hardy cattle and there are plenty of hollows in which to shelter. This group might be here until April – there’s no rush to explore.The council’s Green Sefton service has two winter-grazing enclosures over more than 228 hectares of the Ainsdale and Birkdale Sandhills nature reserve. English longhorns, on loan from the Lancashire Wildlife Trust, are used for conservation grazing to help manage the sand dune grassland and dune slack habitats. At other times of the year, herpetologists might encounter sand lizards, great-crested newts and natterjack toads. Today I’m visiting to view the cattle up close, to understand this pro...

Politics

7 h. ago Full steam ahead for NHS bonfire of bureaucrats as Streeting finds £1billion for redundancy payments

The health secretary will use the money to axe layers of management across NHS England, the Department of Health and Social Care and local care boards.

Economics

12 h. ago ‘Fearless’ Alex Scott determined to take chance with Tuchel’s England

He may no longer be the ‘Guernsey Grealish’ but deeper role at Bournemouth has earned midfielder a first senior call-upThere was a time, as Alex Scott made his name at Bristol City, when he was known affectionately as the “Guernsey Grealish”. It was the hairstyle, the low socks, the sense of adventure about his midfield play. As Scott puts it, the club’s manager, Nigel Pearson, gave him “a lot of freedom to go out and almost do what I wanted”.It changed after he made his £25m move to Bournemouth in the summer of 2023; there was a greater need for tactical discipline, for defensive responsibility. He became more of a No 8. So, less like an early years Jack Grealish, who is now on loan at Everton from Manchester City. Continue reading...

Politics

12 h. ago Wilfried Nancy next Celtic manager betting suspended as surge for Frenchman sees bookies shut up shop

The Columbus Crew boss is thought to be high on the shortlist to replace Brendan Rodgers and one bookmaker has seen enough

Economics

13 h. ago Next Celtic manager betting SUSPENDED after rush of interest in new frontrunner

THE race to be the next manager of Celtic is OVER - at least according to one bookmakers. That's because gambling firm Coral have taken the step of SUSPENDING their market on the next manager of the Hoops - after a flood of bets on one man. And that man is Columbus Crew boss Wilfried...

Politics

14 h. ago New Celtic manager might not matter as January transfer question may already have been answered by Brendan Rodgers

Keith Jackson suspects there's a plan in place and whoever Dermot Desmond picks for the Parkhead hotseat won't change it

Politics

14 h. ago Four savvy tips to extend the lifespan of appliances in your home – from dishwashers to tumble dryers

ENERGY bills are rising but you can help keep costs in check by taking extra special care of your appliances. Regular cleaning, care and attention can save money and extend the lifespan of appliances in the home, according to Matthew Glynn, product marketing manager at manufacturer Hisense. He added: “Your appliances won’t need to work...

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15 h. ago Advantage England? Emma Raducanu gives tips to squad for All Blacks clash

Tennis star visits training camp to share experiencesSteve Borthwick’s side take on New Zealand on SaturdayEngland’s preparations for their crunch clash with the All Blacks on Saturday have been boosted by some words of wisdom from the former US Open tennis champion Emma Raducanu, who visited their Bagshot training base on Tuesday.Raducanu took to the training field with Steve Borthwick’s squad, taking part in lineout practice and kicking drills with Marcus Smith before sharing insights with the captain, Maro Itoje. Borthwick also invited the Brighton manager, Fabian Hürzeler, to address the squad this week. Continue reading...

Politics

16 h. ago Getting played by Republicans is nothing new for Schumer — and why Democrats are saying it’s time for Senate leader to go

New York-native minority leader’s inability to manage expectations or secure votes from Republicans has left him looking impotent and adrift at a time when Democratic voters want their leaders itching for a fight, Eric Garcia writes.

Politics

17 h. ago Former Man United boss Erik ten Hag turns down management return after 'talks'

Erik ten Hag held talks about a return to management last week - but the ex-Manchester United head coach has since turned down the opportunity to return to a former club

Politics

17 h. ago How to get brand new Football Manager 26 for £27 using Argos checkout trick

The latest iteration of the management sim brings some exciting improvements over Football Manager 24, including a brand new Match Day experience that makes the games much more enjoyable to watch.

Economics