51 m. ago Billy Joel shares first message with fans since brain disorder diagnosis

Legendary singer was absent from Wednesday premiere of his documentary, ‘Billy Joel: And So It Goes,’ at Tribeca Film Festival

Science

1 hour ago Chess: Carlsen targets last classical hurrah at Stavanger after defeat against Gukesh

The world No 1 can still win the event in Norway but he says: ‘It’s a long time since I enjoyed a classical tournament’Magnus Carlsen’s shock loss to Gukesh Dommaraju was the world No 1’s first classical defeat by a classical world champion since he lost to Vishy Anand 15 years ago at the 2010 London Classic. It spoilt what should have been a winning position for him at Stavanger, where he was poised to break clear of the field. There are now suggestions that this will be Carlsen’s farewell appearance in classical. He told Take Take Take: “It’s a long time since I enjoyed a classical tournament.”Meanwhile, though, Carlsen could go out on a high on Friday afternoon when he and Gukesh fight for first prize in the final round at Stavanger (4pm start), with Hikaru Nakamura and Fabiano Caruana also still in contention. Continue reading...

Events

16 h. ago Coronation Street trio supported as they issue 'six year' update with 'unrecognisable' snap

Jack P Shepherd, Ben Price and Colson Smith has been flooded with messages from fans as they marked an anniversary

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16 h. ago Vasiliy Lomachenko retires from boxing aged 37 after glittering career

Lomachenko retires with 18-3 pro record and 12 KOsTwo-time Olympic gold medalist ends storied careerUkrainian star thanks fans in emotional farewell videoVasiliy Lomachenko, a three-division world champion, two-time Olympic gold medalist and arguably the greatest amateur boxer in history, announced his retirement from the sport at the age of 37.“I’m grateful for every victory and every defeat both in the ring and in life,” the Ukrainian said in a video on Instagram Thursday morning. “I’m thankful that as my career comes to an end, I’ve gained clarity about the direction a person must take in order to achieve true victory, not just in the ring.“ Continue reading...

Sport

18 h. ago Rising Man Utd star explains why he had to leave Arsenal after Mikel Arteta criticism

Ayden Heaven decided to leave Arsenal for Manchester United earlier this year and he has revealed his main motivation was to secure more regular game time - while also being convinced by Ruben Amorim that the defender would be a good fit for his style of play

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18 h. ago Pulp sends 'important message' to fans heading to UK gigs as 'extended' set teased

Pulp frontman Jarvis Cocker has taken to Instagram to share the "important message" ahead of the tour starting

Politics

20 h. ago Ivan Toney makes brutal Bruno Fernandes point after Manchester United transfer snub

The latest Man Utd transfer news after Portugal star Bruno Fernandes opted to stay put amid Al-Hilal interest.

Sport

21 h. ago Michael Beale has message for Rangers fans as he addresses Russell Martin appointment and Steven Gerrard situation

Beale backs new arrival to bring ‘excitement and optimism’

Politics

25 h. ago Man Utd star Bruno Fernandes gets brutal response after snubbing Saudi transfer

Ivan Toney has questioned whether Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has even 'seen the Saudi Pro League' after snubbing a huge offer to join Al-Hilal this summer

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40 h. ago Footballer, 35, collapses on pitch and dies just hours after sending profound message to fans about 'life'

Witnesses describe the 'tears and chaos' which followed Pittau's collapse 41 minutes into Don Orione's trip to Club Union in the second phase of the Chaco federation tournament.

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41 h. ago EFL icon opens up on tournament that has seen the rise of Adam Wharton and Man Utd starlet

EXCLUSIVE EFL icon Adebayo Akinfenwas has opened up about the Utilita Kids Cup that has seen the rise of Adam Wharton and Man Utd youngster Harry Amass

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47 h. ago Footballer, 35, collapses and dies on pitch after sending now chilling message to fans

Enzo Pittau collapsed on the pitch before suffering a fatal cardiac arrest just before half-time, with his club issuing a statement on the death of the father of a young daughter

Events

48 h. ago Lizzie Deignan ‘incredibly emotional’ ahead of Tour of Britain farewell

The Yorkshirewoman announced in November that this would be her final season as a professional.

Politics

49 h. ago Man Utd star offered unlikely escape route after making Ruben Amorim feelings clear

Manchester United look set to cash in on a few of their stars this summer to generate funds and one of Erik ten Hag’s more successful signings could even be shown the exit door over the coming months

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63 h. ago ‘I messaged Bruno Fernandes after Man Utd star made call to reject Saudi – I’ve been fretting’

Bruno Fernandes could well remain at Old Trafford this summer after rejecting a mega-money deal with Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal - and Rio Ferdinand was quick to get in touch with the Man Utd star

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69 h. ago Gary Neville delighted ‘star player’ Bruno Fernandes is set to stay at Man Utd

The 30-year-old Portugal international has been the subject of speculation linking him with a £100million switch to Al Hilal.

Sport

2 d. ago Cancer survivor wins the lottery for a remarkable fourth time

A Canadian man is in shock after winning the lottery jackpot for the fourth time

Events

3 d. ago Bryan Mbeumo makes decision on next club as Man Utd and Arsenal battle for £50m star

Manchester United look set to land another forward after completing a deal for Matheus Cunha - with Bryan Mbeumo interested in a move to Old Trafford from Brentford this summer

Economics

3 d. ago Man Utd star could join Bruno Fernandes in Saudi transfer but reaction might be different

Andre Onana could be set to follow Bruno Fernandes out of Manchester United this summer with the goalkeeper reportedly in advanced talks over a move to Saudi Arabia

Politics

3 d. ago Man Utd get transfer formula as Ruben Amorim sent 'start from the bottom' advice

EXCLUSIVE: Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is under pressure but has received the backing of a club legend who has told him how to start rebuilding the fallen giants

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