4 d. ago Lyon win appeal against relegation as Palace’s European place put in major doubt

Outgoing Palace shareholder John Textor has an interest in French club Lyon, who qualified for the same competition.

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4 d. ago Wimbledon 2025: Sinner, Djokovic, Andreeva and Swiatek in quarter

Updates from Wednesday’s last-eight matches in SW19Email Daniel | [Tuesday’s lead story link]Mac reckons Shelton will, at some point win a major. I’d probably have lent no, but I guess given how good he already is, at 22, by the time he’s 25 he’ll be a helluva player. Other hand, he’ll not be the only one improving in that time – he’s a year younger than Sinner and ages with Alcaraz; he’ll be hoping they’re closer to the finished article than he is, an entirely fair supposition.Back in the dubs, at 5-5 in the third, it’s mingingly tense; lovely stuff. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Lionel Messi decision defended by Inter Miami boss amid bizarre criticism

Lionel Messi starred in Inter Miami's win over Montreal as they return to action in Major League soccer but Javier Mascherano saw a choice questioned on Saturday evening

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8 d. ago Ryanair to shakeup free cabin bag size after major EU ruling

In a major win for Brits travelling abroad this year, Ryanair has confirmed it's changing its infamous cabin bag allowance following a huge EU ruling - here's everything you need to know

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1 week ago Pep Guardiola's next Man City transfer project is obvious after £288million transformation

Manchester City have reduced the average age of their squad dramatically in the past year or so but there is one position that needs some forward planning.

Economics

1 week ago Labour welfare rebellion: Who are the key MPs opposing Starmer’s benefit cuts?

Sir Keir Starmer’s concessions will likely be enough to win the vote, but the prime minister still faces a major rebellion on Tuesday

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1 week ago BORIS BECKER's guide to Wimbledon: Why Emma Raducanu can now win a major again, Jack Draper is one of the favourites... and the SEVEN stars who will carry a new generation alongside him

INSIGHT - BORIS BECKER: I feel for her because I know what she has gone through. It is very difficult to handle the trappings of fame and fortune.

Events

2 w. ago England Women’s Euros squad 2025: Guide to every Lionesses player

Seven England players will be heading to their first major tournament as the Lionesses look to win Euro 2025 in Switzerland

Sport

2 w. ago Lions hit with major injury scare during statement Force win

The British & Irish Lions claimed their first victory on Australian soil by overwhelming Western Force 54-7 but a possible injury crisis is brewing at scrum-half after Tomos Williams was forced off

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2 w. ago An oral history of England’s Euro 2022 triumph: ‘It was an out

Those who played and witnessed firsthand the Lionesses’ success at a rapturous Wembley share their memoriesOn 31 July 2022 the Lionesses made history, Chloe Kelly’s goal in extra time earning a 2-1 win over Germany to secure a first major title at Euro 2022. The home Euros had swung the nation behind the team and women’s football has not looked back. What did the day of the final look like? Ahead of the Lionesses beginning their title defence, this is the inside story of English women’s football’s greatest day.Waking up on the morning of the final, there was an eerie air of calm and confidence in the England camp. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago No 10 climbs down over welfare bill in move to win over Labour rebels

Compromises include exempting those currently receiving disability benefits and increasing health element of universal credit in line with inflationDowning Street has announced major changes to the welfare bill in an attempt to win the support of more than Labour 120 rebels who had threatened to vote against it next week and hand Keir Starmer a damaging first defeat as prime minister.Liz Kendall, the work and pensions secretary, wrote to Labour MPs on Thursday night to lay out the concessions, which were thrashed out over 24 hours of negotiations between senior rebels and government officials. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Nigel Farage's Reform would win most seats at general election including five new London MPs, major poll suggests

Nigel Farage’s party would take seats from Labour and the Conservatives in outer London, the YouGov survey suggests

Politics

2 w. ago Mamdani’s defeat of Cuomo offers Democrats a path out of the wilderness

Mamdani signifies a generational change and rebuke to a party establishment grown complacent and hypocriticalThe party was on its knees. It failed to beat Donald Trump, a twice impeached convicted felon, and lost both chambers of Congress. Since November, Democrats have been searching for a path out of the wilderness. On Tuesday, they found one.But instead of celebrating Zohran Mamdani’s apparent victory in the New York mayoral primary election, the first major Democratic contest since Trump’s win, many in the party establishment went into panic mode. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Taylor Fritz: ‘My happiness revolves around results – I’d think about it forever if I don’t win a slam’

The American accepts Wimbledon might be the best chance for him to win an elusive major title at 27, and says being ‘a bit delusional’ has helped him in elite tennis“That’s the only reason I really want to be playing,” Taylor Fritz says of his quest to win a grand slam tournament as he counts down the days to Wimbledon. Fritz, the world No 5, made the US Open final last year but he believes Wimbledon offers him the best opportunity to claim that elusive prize. He is 27 and, with each passing year, the pressure of his ambition grows.Asked if he would feel an emptiness at the end of his career if he doesn’t win a slam, Fritz admits the truth: “I probably would. I’d probably think about it forever if I don’t do it.” Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Shocking pictures show city's oldest mill reduced to smouldering ruin after major fire

A ferocious blaze tore through the Hotspur Press building on Monday night resulting in a smoke-filled city centre, road closures and the evacuation of 180 people from their homes

Events

2 w. ago Armed by America: how Europe’s militaries depend on the US – a visual analysis

The EU wants independence on defence but it is buying thousands of weapons from the US each yearEuropean leaders will meet with Donald Trump at a Nato summit on Tuesday, as the alliance prepares to approve a significant boost to defence spending. A new target for every member to spend 5% of GDP – more than double Nato’s current benchmark – marks a major win for the US president, who has long railed against America footing the bill for Europe’s security.That concern is now increasingly mutual. European governments are pursuing an unprecedented push for military independence, amid fears the US is no longer a reliable ally. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Amazon’s new UK warehouses to hire thousands as Starmer hails ‘win’ for Britain

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer hailed the expansion plans as a ‘major win’ and a vote of confidence in the UK.

Events

2 w. ago Thousands of jobs to be created at Amazon’s new UK warehouses

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer lauded the expansion plans as a "major win" for the UK economy.

Society

3 w. ago Man City vs Wydad AC LIVE: Club World Cup match stream, result and latest updates

City reduced to ten men late on but job was already done

Society

3 w. ago How many games will Rico Lewis miss at Club World Cup? Man City defender sent off vs Wydad AC

Manchester City were reduced to 10 men late on in their 2-0 victory

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