4 h. ago Refugee's comments on Gary Lineker after he let him stay at his house spoke volumes

Refugee and law student Rasheed Baluch received a warm welcome at the home of departing Match of the Day host Gary Lineker in 2021, and has since shared insights about the true character of the ex-England star

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7 h. ago Liverpool’s European glory in Istanbul was a great day shared with great people

Twenty years on from being at that win over Milan, I still cherish the company I kept as much as the comeback I witnessedWe can tell ourselves something different but, the truth is, getting old is rubbish. There are various reasons for this but the main one is loss. The loss of vigour, the loss of mobility the loss of hair. Most of all, though, it’s the loss of people.There are loved ones – friends as well as family – who pass, and then there are those who you share a special moment with and never see again. And so it is that this piece is for David, his dad and his mate. The trio I knew for only a day but which happens to be one of the greatest days of my life. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Liverpool’s European glory in Istanbul was a great day shared with great people | Sachin Nakrani

Twenty years on from being at that win over Milan, I still cherish the company I kept as much as the comeback I witnessedWe can tell ourselves something different but, the truth is, getting old is rubbish. There are various reasons for this but the main one is loss. The loss of vigour, the loss of mobility the loss of hair. Most of all, though, it’s the loss of people.There are loved ones – friends as well as family – who pass, and then there are those who you share a special moment with and never see again. And so it is that this piece is for David, his dad and his mate. The trio I knew for only a day but which happens to be one of the greatest days of my life. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Gary Lineker's real reason for quitting BBC and next big move

As Gary Lineker steps back from his Match of the Day duties after two decades, an expert shares what we can expect next for the pundit, following his 'tug-of-war' with the BBC

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8 h. ago Celebs share how they'll remember loved ones this Celebration Day

Lindsey Burrow, wife of rugby league legend Rob Burrow, planted wildflowers today at the National Trust’s Quarry Bank to mark Celebration Day this Monday (May 26).

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25 h. ago Nathaniel Parker performs Anthem for Doomed Youth Poem by Wilfred Owen – video

The actor reads a poem in memory of Derek Jarman, who was the first director to cast him in a film - as Wilfred Owen in War Requiem. The film is part of a series to mark Celebration Day 2025 – a new annual moment, held on the last bank holiday Monday of May, to honour and celebrate those who have shaped our lives but are no longer with us. Directed by Oliver Parker at Abbey Road Studios, curated by Allie Esiri and published exclusively by the Guardian. On Celebration Day, join in by sharing your memories using #ShareYourStar• ‘He lived inside poetry’: Toby Jones and Helena Bonham Carter perform poems in memory of lost loved ones• Susan Wokoma performs What If This Road by Sheenagh Pugh – video Continue reading...

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32 h. ago Who Mark Chapman supports and how he'll hide true feelings hosting Match of the Day

Mark Chapman was already set to share Match of the Day presenting duties next season and could possibly fill the vacant position of hosting coverage of the 2026 World Cup after Gary Lineker's exit

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49 h. ago Susan Wokoma performs What If This Road by Sheenagh Pugh – video

The Enola Holmes actor shares a poem in memory of her mother. The film is part of a series to mark Celebration Day 2025 – a new annual moment, held on the last bank holiday Monday of May, to honour and celebrate those who have shaped our lives but are no longer with us. Directed by Oliver Parker at Abbey Road Studios, curated by Allie Esiri and published exclusively by the Guardian. On Celebration Day, join in by sharing your memories using #ShareYourStar• ‘He lived inside poetry’: Toby Jones and Helena Bonham Carter perform poems in memory of lost loved ones• Stephen Mangan performs I See You Dancing, Father by Brendan Kennelly – video Continue reading...

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55 h. ago Jerzy Dudek: ‘Carra said to do the spaghetti legs like Grobbelaar but I needed to study my book’

Liverpool’s penalty shootout hero in the 2005 Champions League final against Milan reflects on the ‘Miracle of Istanbul’ and how it changed his lifeTwenty years on from that double save, those spaghetti legs and the miracle of Liverpool’s fifth European Cup triumph and Turkey has not lost the capacity to make a champion out of Jerzy Dudek. “I won the Turkish Open golf last week and it reminded me a bit of Istanbul,” the former Liverpool goalkeeper says. “It is my favourite place, my lucky place, and it stays with me all the time. If I go on holiday to Turkey I always go with a big smile.”Sunday promises to have the same effect on everyone associated with Liverpool. The presentation of the Premier League trophy to Arne Slot’s champions at Anfield coincides with the 20th anniversary of the “Miracle of Istanbul”, when Liverpool overcame a 3-0 half-time deficit to defeat Milan on penalties in the Champions League final. Not that any Liverpool fan needs reminding of the details. The sigh...

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3 d. ago Stephen Mangan performs I See You Dancing, Father by Brendan Kennelly – video

The actor reads a poem in memory of his father: "I like to think of the younger, happier man." The film is part of a series to mark Celebration Day 2025 – a new annual moment, held on the last bank holiday Monday of May, to honour and celebrate those who have shaped our lives but are no longer with us. Directed by Oliver Parker at Abbey Road Studios, curated by Allie Esiri and published exclusively by the Guardian. On Celebration Day, join in by sharing your memories using #ShareYourStar• ‘He lived inside poetry’: Toby Jones and Helena Bonham Carter perform poems in memory of lost loved ones• Helena Bonham Carter performs Don’t Let That Horse by Lawrence Ferlinghetti – video Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Amy Childs reveals she's 'never been in so much pain and can't get out of bed' as she's struck down with mystery illness after shocking two stone weight loss

Amy Childs has revealed what she typically eats in a day as she shared her recent dinner plate on Instagram following her dramatic two stone weight loss.

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3 d. ago Truth behind Bonnie Blue's 'arrest' – all the clues from police car to 'huge coincidence'

Bonnie Blue who shot to global infamy when she slept with 1,057 men in a single day has apparently been 'arrested' as her sister shared footage of the adult star being searched by a 'cop'

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4 d. ago ‘He lived inside poetry’: Toby Jones and Helena Bonham Carter perform poems in memory of lost loved ones

Actors including Asa Butterfield, Stephen Mangan and Susan Wokoma share poems as part of ‘Celebration Day’, a new annual moment dedicated to commemorating family and friends• Helena Bonham Carter performs Don’t Let That Horse by Lawrence Ferlinghetti – video• Tell us about a poem that reminds you of someone you’ve lostHelena Bonham Carter, Toby Jones and Asa Butterfield are among actors performing poems in memory of family members and friends who have died, to mark Celebration Day later this month.The initiative, conceived in 2022 by high-profile figures including Stephen Fry, Prue Leith, film director Oliver Parker and writer and poetry curator Allie Esiri, sets aside a day in the calendar each year to celebrate the lives of lost loved ones, inspired by celebrations such as Mexico’s Day of the Dead. The first Celebration Day was held on 26 June 2022, and now it runs on the last bank holiday Monday in May, which this year will be 26 May. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Louise Thompson shares health update as she discusses 'invisible diseases' and thanks NHS staff for 'giving her more time' in tribute to medics

The former Made in Chelsea star, 30, took to Instagram on Tuesday to share a post commemorating World IBD Day, which raises awareness for bowel diseases.

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6 d. ago Alan Shearer's message to Gary Lineker says it all after MOTD host confirms BBC exit

Regular Match of the Day panelist has shared a studio with Gary Lineker on countless occasions and has shared a message of support ahead of the presenter's Match of the Day farewell

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6 d. ago Gary Lineker shares 'difficult' verdict on final Match of the Day show as BBC exit sealed

Gary Lineker's departure from the BBC and Match of the Day has now been confirmed off the back of his controversial social media post, and the pundit has shared fears about his final episode

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7 d. ago Gary Lineker returns to the BBC for the first time since 'anti

The post featured a pro-Palestine video featuring an anti-Jewish rat slur, with the Match of the Day presenter insisting he would 'never knowingly share anything anti-Semitic'.

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8 d. ago Green Brigade to defy Celtic tifo 'ban' as ultras share cryptic outside help Trophy Day display hint

The ultras group posted an image from within Celtic Park and hinted that they'll have outside help in putting on display

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1 week ago Pam Bondi sold millions of dollars worth of Trump media shares on ‘Liberation Day’ – before the stock tanked

It remains unclear whether the attorney general knew ahead of time of any information relating to the tariffs

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1 week ago Diddy's longtime nemesis 50 Cent escalates feud with disturbing reaction to Cassie Ventura's trial testimony

The rapper 50 Cent to his years-long feud with Sean 'Diddy' Combs to a new level this week when he shared a disturbing post inspired by the second day of testimony at his federal trial.

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