4 h. ago Liev Schreiber, 58, taken to hospital where he is undergoing a 'battery of tests'

The ex-partner of Naomi Watts spent the night at the hospital under doctor's orders and on Monday went through a 'battery of tests' according to TMZ .

Science

5 h. ago Hitting it big twice: NJ couple wins $3M in lottery, months after $1M win

The couple beat 1 in 2 trillion odds to win two million dollar jackpots in less than six months

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5 h. ago Government to ban resale of tickets above face value amid tout crackdown

Ministers are expected to unveil plans to tackle sites that offer tickets at several times their original face value

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6 h. ago Jarrod Bowen ready to rival Phil Foden and Cole Palmer for World Cup spot

Bowen is trying to give England manager Thomas Tuchel a selection headache for next summer

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9 h. ago 14 best mattresses, tried and tested by The Independent’s sleep expert

I’ve spent years testing mattresses from Simba, Nectar and more

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9 h. ago Bazball faces its ultimate test as England eye golden Ashes chance

Tourists have a clearly defined identity and optimism, but still need to compete in a manner that earns Australia’s respectWhen Rob Key named Brendon McCullum as England’s head coach in 2022, his quote in the official press release told supporters to “buckle up and get ready for the ride”. Now, with this hot-ticket Ashes series a few days from setting off in sun‑drenched Perth, the mix of fear and excitement among them has arguably never been greater.The difference being that rollercoasters tend to stay on the rails, whereas England tours of Australia often career off them. No one is quite certain which way this one will play out, other than a broad agreement that Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood missing the first Test (at least) presents Ben Stokes and his tourists a golden opportunity. Continue reading...

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9 h. ago Tuchel knows perfection is an illusion but England have reasons to dream | David Hytner

The team’s qualifying record is impressive but not as important as their burgeoning confidence and momentum“Right now, I could say that everything played out perfectly,” Thomas Tuchel says, as he reflects on having led England through qualifying to the World Cup finals: phase one of the mission complete. It does not feel incongruous for the head coach to talk about perfection – partly because he is constantly chasing it and also because, well, the results have been perfect.When Tuchel’s team beat Albania 2-0 in Tirana on Sunday, it meant they topped their group with eight wins out of eight and with eight clean sheets. Never before has a European nation gone through World Cup qualification, playing at least six ties, without conceding. Spain will emulate them if they beat Turkey at home and keep a clean sheet in their sixth and final qualifier on Tuesday night. The only thing is that Tuchel knows perfection is unattainable – particularly in international football. Continue reading...

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9 h. ago UK asylum reforms spark backlash within Labour Party, support from rivals

The British government plans to tighten its asylum system, sparking resistance within its own party

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9 h. ago Bournemouth brace for Antoine Semenyo bids as release clause revealed amid links to rivals

Tottenham considered summer move for forward

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10 h. ago Poland railway explosion on key Ukraine aid route slammed as 'act of sabotage'

Polish police have launched an investigation into the blast as Prime Minister Donald Tusk pointed the finger at 'foreign services' while others warned of 'hybrid attacks' by Russia

Events

10 h. ago England face wait over fitness of Ollie Lawrence for Argentina Test

Centre limped off during statement win over All BlacksFreddie Steward could also miss out with head injuryEngland are waiting on the fitness of Ollie Lawrence before their final autumn match with Argentina on Sunday. Lawrence played a major role in the win against the All Blacks on Satur­day, but limped off in the ­closing stages and could be forced to sit out the game at Twickenham. The 26-year-old centre will be assessed when England reconvene on Tuesday after an extra day off.England may also be without ­Freddie Steward, who was withdrawn midway through the first half against New Zealand with a head injury, as they prepare for 11th ­successive win and a clean sweep of their autumn fixtures. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago David Watson is Aberdeen transfer target as second attempt fast tracked with rivals circling amid new deal plans

The Dons tried to sign Watson from Kilmarnock last summer but Scotland Under 21 star's contract is up at the end of this season

Economics

11 h. ago Are YOU at risk from odourless gas that creeps into your home and gives you lung cancer? Some areas of the UK are more at risk

Unless buildings are specifically tested for this gas, it can go undetected because it is odourless. Yet only 7 per cent of households in higher-risk areas have ever tested their homes for it.

Society

11 h. ago England sweating over fitness of Ollie Lawrence for Argentina match

Centre limped off during statement win over All BlacksFreddie Steward could also miss out with head injuryEngland are sweating on the fitness of Ollie Lawrence before their final autumn clash with Argentina this weekend, the Guardian understands.Lawrence starred on Saturday in the statement victory against the All Blacks but limped off in the closing stages and could be forced to sit out the match against the Pumas on Sunday. The 26-year-old centre will be assessed when England reconvene on Tuesday after an extra day off but if Lawrence is ruled out it would be a blow for Steve Borthwick. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Scotland dealt injury blow ahead of decisive World Cup qualifier against Denmark

Scotland can book their place at next summer’s World Cup if they beat Denmark on Tuesday

Economics

12 h. ago Labour MP calls asylum plans ‘dystopian’ as government accused of ‘performative cruelty’ by rival parties – UK politics live

Nadia Whittome says government has sunk so low it is being praised by Tommy Robinson as SNP and Plaid Cymru criticise plansMomentum, the leftwing Labour group, has also denounced the government’s asylum plans. In a statement it says:The home secretary’s new immigration plans are divisive and xenophobic.Scapegoating migrants will not fix our public services or end austerity.Draconian, unworkable and potentially illegal anti-asylum policies only feed Reform’s support.The government has learnt nothing from the period since the general election.Some of the legal changes being proposed are truly frightening:Abolishing the right to a family life would ultimately affect many more people than asylum-seekers. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Florida gun owners can now open carry in the original stand your ground state – why this has experts worried

Open carry increases the visibility – and perceived legitimacy – of guns in everyday life

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12 h. ago ‘Better and cheaper’: the case for prostate cancer screening among black men

Decision over routine PSA testing is due at end of this month, though some feel the supporting data is unclearJunior Hemans was having a routine health check in 2014 when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, at the age of 51. He knew there was an increased risk of the disease in black men so asked to have a prostate specific antigen (PSA) test, which was not initially included.“And when I went, they said I had a raised PSA level for my age,” Hemans said. “[The diagnosis] was a shock because I had no symptoms.” Continue reading...

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13 h. ago Plane and car crash testing are designed only with men in mind. When will women be included?

Using a more accurate ‘average’ female dummy is not yet a legal requirement for car or plane testing

Events

13 h. ago Best dehumidifiers for tackling damp at home, tried and tested

Dry out your damp basement or bathroom with one of the best dehumidifiers

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