21 h. ago James Trafford change speaks volumes as Man City dream of huge £13m bargain

James Trafford is back at Manchester City and he returns far closer to his goal after some excellent performances for Bolton and Burnley

Economics

7 d. ago Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks to Trump on sanctions against Russia and drones in ‘productive’ call – Europe live

Ukrainian president says ‘President Trump’s determination can change a lot’ as leaders speak about Russia increasing severity of strikesOn Ukraine, the EU spokespeople were asked about the bloc’s expectations as to Donald Trump’s deadline for Russia to end its invasion on Ukraine by Friday.The commission’s foreign policy spokesperson, Anitta Hipper, said:“Russia is not interested in peace. Ukraine is, the EU is. Nobody wants peace more than Ukraine and the EU. We welcome any pressure, and in particular US pressure on Russia to accept a ceasefire through any means necessary.”“I believe that for what we have been able to verify there has been some improvement compared to the situation before this agreement was reached. Is this sufficient? Absolutely not. Continue reading...

Politics

9 d. ago Arsenal setting big rule change because of Viktor Gyokeres speaks volumes about striker

Arsenal finally settled on Viktor Gyokeres as their new No.9 following a lengthy transfer saga, but the Swede's arrival has forced Mikel Arteta into a change of tactics

Events

9 d. ago Man City see 'explosive' opportunity open up in transfer market

Manchester City have brought James Trafford back to the club and his success can bring more long-term rewards for the squad

Events

1 week ago AraabMuzik: Electronic Dream 2 review – the return of a maximalist MPC wizard

(Genre Defying Entertainment/D Production)This sequel retains the original’s generation-defining mix of dread and debauchery, although it is overshadowed by recent bolder versions of the soundCould there be a better time for AraabMuzik – the Rhode Island MPC wizard also known as Abraham Orellana – to return with a sequel to Electronic Dream, his generation-defining 2011 debut? The original album was confounding and exhilarating in equal measure, thanks to its canny fusion of EDM rave-up synths and blown-out hip-hop beats. Alongside the rise of producers such as Clams Casino, it spoke to a post-financial crisis millennial generation finding much-needed euphoria in electronic maximalism. Now, gen Z-beloved artists such as Bladee and Nettspend are reviving an even bigger, bolder version of that sound, and finding huge cult audiencesBut perhaps that’s why Electronic Dream 2 – while engrossing and atmospheric, capturing AraabMuzik’s trademark fusion of dread and debauchery – almost feels...

Politics

3 w. ago Football transfer rumours: McAtee to West Ham? Real Madrid keen on Saliba?

Today’s fluff is feeling freshThere can be little more affirming for a player than being deemed not good enough by Pep Guardiola. Over the last few years, James Trafford, Morgan Rogers, Roméo Lavia, Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Douglas Luiz and Cole Palmer have all been allowed to leave Manchester City before proving their former manager wrong, and James McAtee could become the latest addition to that list. His price has been set at £35m; both West Ham and Eintracht Frankfurt are interested.Across Manchester, the opposite is so: rather than leave to get good, players arrive to get bad. Bryan Mbeumo is the latest to jeopardise his prospects and reputation and, with his medical complete, his transfer from Brentford will soon be finalised. But to leave requisite appalling mess prior to getting sacked during the November international break, Ruben Amorim needs more, and a centre-forward is next on his list. He still fancies ruining Viktor Gyökeres, for whom Arsenal have been unable to do a de...

Sport

3 w. ago Newcastle United transfer news: Yoane Wissa, James Trafford, Randal Kolo Muani and more

Eddie Howe’s Newcastle United have work to do ahead of their return to the Champions League

Politics

3 w. ago Comedian and podcaster Rob Auton announces tour ahead of bringing debut story to Edinburgh Fringe

Multi-award-winning comedian, writer, podcaster, and actor Rob Auton (The Change, Marching Powder, Starstruck) announces a brand new tour with CAN: The Story of a Man Called CAN — his first-ever narrative story, centred on a man who was once the world’s leading motivational speaker until something changed. The show debuts in Edinburgh for the full month this August and tours the UK from 2026.

Politics

4 w. ago Coronation Street fans 'confused' by Lily Platt change they 'weren't told' as star speaks out

Those watching the ITV soap were quick to comment as the young character was suddenly being played by a new actress

Politics