3 h. ago Will Smith gives bizarre take on how that Chris Rock Oscars slap impacted his career as he reflects on authenticity and imperfection

The actor, 56, reflected on the incident - where he struck Chris, 60, on stage over a joke about his wife Jada Pinkett Smith's shaved head, which was due to her alopecia diagnosis.

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4 h. ago Luigi Mangione’s defense claims ‘bias’ after diary entries reveal possible motive for killing of United Healthcare CEO

Mangione faces a terrorism charge in New York, and federal prosecutors are seeking the death penalty

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7 h. ago Stereophonics Kelly Jones says band 'wasted years' after mistake over their fans

Stereophonics have reflected on their successful career as they rock the headline act at the iconic Isle of Wight Festival – but admit there was one thing they wished they realised sooner

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8 h. ago Flamengo stun Chelsea with comeback victory at Club World Cup as Jackson sees red

Group D: Flamengo 3-1 ChelseaBruno Henrique 62, Danilo 65, Wallace Yan 83; Neto 13After all the hype about Cole Palmer taking the No 10 shirt, it was hard to understand why Enzo Maresca seemed so determined to shackle his best player as Chelsea’s hopes of reaching the knockout phase of the Club World Cup as winners of Group D were dented by a second-half implosion in which Nicolas Jackson picked up a rash red card for the second time in his past four appearances.How Flamengo made light of the financial gap. The leaders of the Brazilian league were better and more motivated than their English opponents. Chelsea were dire, with Maresca’s tactics weirdly reactive. The Italian compromised Palmer by moving him to the right and defeat leaves Chelsea, who collapsed after taking an early lead, at risk of facing Bayern Munich if they reach the last 16. Continue reading...

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9 h. ago Liverpool newcomer Florian Wirtz motivated to build on Leverkusen achievements

The Germany international insists he is ‘not coming to have fun’ after his £100million move.

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10 h. ago Daniel Brocklebank's blunt admission as he reflects on ITV Coronation Street exit

EXCLUSIVE: Daniel Brocklebank has opened up about his upcoming exit from Coronation Street after 11 years, as well as hinting at 'cloak and dagger' ITV soap crossover with Emmerdale

Events

11 h. ago Brisbane cops issue update on hunt for thug who poured scalding coffee on baby

Baby Luka was at the park with his mum and her pals when the evil brute attacked.

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11 h. ago Royal Ascot favourite’s defeat ‘brings the pain back’ for social media star turned owner

The social media influencer, owner of controversially demoted Classic ‘winner Shes Perfect’, claimed performance of filly awarded the prize at Ascot proved stewards made wrong decision

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12 h. ago Only people with razor sharp vision can spot hidden wedding rings in 43 seconds

A mind-boggling brainteaser, created by Socially Powerful, challenges the nation to spot the three hidden wedding rings in this classic Vegas-style slot machine scene

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12 h. ago Fries with everything: fans swelter on Headingley’s Test return as Jaiswal tucks in

Queues for water refills and ice creams surpassed even those for beer at a sun-baked ground offering unseasonably hot sustenanceAfter two years without a Test here, 23 in which India’s red-ball side had visited only once, seven months since the last tickets for the first three days were snapped up and six in which the sum total of England’s action in this format had been a low-key three-day win over Zimbabwe, it is fair to say that Leeds was ready for this. Or at least, in classic Yorkshire fashion, that it would be ready in its own sweet time.Play started with the stands barely half-full and television commentators feeling they had to remind viewers the day was actually a sellout. That much was swiftly evident, but as India’s batters settled in for the long haul there was no need for anyone to hurry. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Tears and prayers as MPs reflect on the journey to a historic assisted dying vote

At the end there was high tension on both sides of a debate that for some was deeply personalAssisted dying set to become law in England and Wales after bill passed by MPsWhen Kim Leadbeater walked out of the chamber of the House of Commons into parliament’s central lobby, she was embraced by some campaigners who did not even know if they would be alive when the vote came.“Overwhelmingly the sense is relief,” she said. Her close colleague the Labour MP Lizzi Collinge was near to tears. For the Conservative Kit Malthouse, standing nearby, it was the culmination of a decade of campaigning within his own party. More than 20 of his colleagues – more than he expected – backed the bill. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Lions star Henry Pollock's bench press, squat and bronco numbers leave coach in awe

Henry Pollock is potentially the breakout star of this Lions tour and makes his debut from the bench against Argentina

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13 h. ago Kevin Prendergast dead: Tributes paid to legendary trainer, 92, after his death

Kevin Prendergast, member of a famous racing dynasty, trained Classic winners in Ireland and Britain, and sent out his last runner just seven days ago

Events

13 h. ago ‘I’ve never been so obsessed with a band’: readers’ best albums of 2025 so far

Bad Bunny blasting bigotry against Puerto Ricans, Davido’s uplifting vibes and a blast from trip-hop’s past. Here’s what has caught your ear this year• Read the Guardian’s best albums of the year so farConstellations for the Lonely is a fabulous return for Doves: textured, layered and, as ever, occupying a space and sound all their own. From the futuristic reflection of Renegade to the soulful Cold Dreaming to the thought provoking A Drop in the Ocean, and the devastating realisation of loss in Last Year’s Man ... This is a band confronting the past, to channel hope and find redemption by coming through challenges that can only be overcome through genuine friendship. Steven, Wolverhampton Continue reading...

Culture

14 h. ago This divisive 90s shoe trend is back for summer – and this is the pair to wear

Flip flops have officially been given the fashion seal of approval. From smooth leather iterations to jelly styles and classic Havaianas’, the sandal style is just as likely to be seen in the city as they are at the beach this season.

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15 h. ago Sean Baker reflects on becoming a 'weird spokesperson' for theatergoing

Sean Baker used his acceptance speech for best director at this year's Academy Awards to make a pitch for seeing movies in cinemas

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15 h. ago Brisbane police issue update on hunt for thug who poured scalding coffee on baby

WARNING - DISTRESSING CONTENT: Baby Luka was with his mum when a complete stranger poured boiling hot coffee over him, sparking public outrage and a worldwide manhunt

Events

16 h. ago Edinburgh Powerleague clubs kick off campaign to celebrate women and girls in football

Powerleague, the original and premier provider of commercial small-sided football in the UK, has launched She’s Got Game, a new campaign designed to celebrate, support and showcase women and girls in football across Edinburgh.

Sport

17 h. ago UK grocery watchdog investigating Amazon over alleged supplier payment delays; company insolvencies jump – business live

Groceries Code Adjudicator calls on suppliers to share their experiences of working with AmazonThe number of companies collapsing across England and Wales jumped last month, in a sign of the economic pressures hitting firms.There were 2,238 company insolvences in England and Wales during the month, which is 8% higher than in April and 15% more than in May 2024.“This latest rise in corporate insolvencies reflects the harsh reality many businesses face: fragile demand is not keeping pace with rising costs. Even the increasingly-likely prospect of rate cuts in August won’t do much to fix this – insolvency levels will remain elevated for the foreseeable future.“Sectors like hospitality are having a particularly challenging time in this environment, in no small part due to the impact on labour costs of April’s National Insurance and minimum wage increases. These businesses are now approaching what are some of their peak months and will be hoping for strong trading to bolster their resili...

Economics

17 h. ago Meet Hannah Hampton, the England goalkeeper following Mary Earps: ‘I have to live up to her legacy’

From the brink of quitting football, Hampton has proved everyone wrong to cement her place as England’s No 1 for Euro 2025

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