11 h. ago Trump and Putin agree temporary halt on energy infrastructure strikes as Zelenskyy welcomes proposal – live

Trump hails ‘productive’ call with Russian president as Putin issues long list of conditions; Ukraine’s president reacts to Trump-Putin callSpeaking for the Greens, who are expected to back the CDU/CSU and the SPD today after a political deal struck late last week, Britta Haßelmann offered her support for the proposal – even as she sharply criticised Merz’s change of heart on this issue in recent weeks.Rejecting Merz’s comments about the new, challenging global circumstances, he said “the conditions are no different than they were on 1 January or in October last year,” after Trump was elected. Continue reading...

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13 h. ago Trump and Putin agree to seek limited ceasefire on energy infrastructure after leaders hold call on Ukraine – Europe live

Vladimir Putin issues long list of conditions and demands that require ‘further consideration’Speaking for the Greens, who are expected to back the CDU/CSU and the SPD today after a political deal struck late last week, Britta Haßelmann offered her support for the proposal – even as she sharply criticised Merz’s change of heart on this issue in recent weeks.Rejecting Merz’s comments about the new, challenging global circumstances, he said “the conditions are no different than they were on 1 January or in October last year,” after Trump was elected. Continue reading...

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16 h. ago Germany passes huge spending package amid Ukraine fears as White House says Trump

US and Russian presidents speak on phone as Bundestag votes to release a €500bn infrastructure fund to boost German defenceTrump and Putin to hold high-stakes call on UkraineSpeaking for the Greens, who are expected to back the CDU/CSU and the SPD today after a political deal struck late last week, Britta Haßelmann offered her support for the proposal – even as she sharply criticised Merz’s change of heart on this issue in recent weeks.Rejecting Merz’s comments about the new, challenging global circumstances, he said “the conditions are no different than they were on 1 January or in October last year,” after Trump was elected. Continue reading...

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16 h. ago John Legend announces 20th anniversary tour including Manchester Co

Legend will be visiting over 40 cities across the UK, Europe, and North America

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16 h. ago John Legend Has Announced A UK Tour Including A Huge London Date

John Legend Has Announced A UK Tour Including A Huge London Date  Secret London

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19 h. ago How to get presale tickets for Stevie Wonder Love, Light and Song UK 2025 tour including Manchester date

He will visit Manchester, Birmingham, and Cardiff on his UK tour

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19 h. ago Jodie Comer to reprise Prima Facie role ‘one last time’ for a tour

Suzie Miller’s award-winning monologue hits the road next year, with the Killing Eve actor playing a barrister who defends men of rape and is assaulted herself Jodie Comer is to reprise her Olivier and Tony award-winning performance in Prima Facie “one last time” on tour next year, including a visit to her hometown of Liverpool.The monologue, written by Suzie Miller, stars Comer as a barrister who defends men of rape and is assaulted herself. The Killing Eve actor made her West End debut in 2022 in the show, which sold out and then broke box-office records when it played in cinemas for NT Live. Comer took it to Broadway in 2023 and also recorded an audiobook adaptation by Miller, who spent 15 years as a lawyer. Continue reading...

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20 h. ago How to get presale tickets for Will Smith Based On a True Story UK tour 2025 including Manchester date

Will Smith will visit five UK cities this summer

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21 h. ago Trump and Putin to hold call on US plans for Ukraine ceasefire – Europe live

US and Russian presidents will speak on phone today as Ukraine says it hopes to achieve peace but will not recognise occupied territories as RussianBerlin correspondentWe’ve seen a fiery start to the Bundestag debate ahead of a historic vote to change two articles of the constitution and establish a 500 billion Euro fund for infrastructure, in Germany’s outgoing parliament. Continue reading...

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22 h. ago Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin to hold call discussing Trump’s plans for ceasefire in Ukraine – Europe live

US and Russian presidents will speak on the phone as Ukraine says it hopes to achieve peace but will not recognised occupied territories as RussianWe have just heard from the Kremlin on the exact timing of the Putin-Trump phone call, with officials saying it is scheduled for 1pm to 3pm GMT (2pm to 4pm CET).“There is a large number of issues from the normalisation of our relations and the Ukrainian issue, all of which the two presidents will discuss,” Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said, quoted by AFP. Continue reading...

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31 h. ago Charles and Camilla to meet Pope during state visit, Buckingham Palace confirms

The tour from April 7 to 10 will include two state visits, to Rome and Ravenna in Italy, and to the Holy See in the Vatican.

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38 h. ago Film star Will Smith announces UK tour including Manchester gig

Will Smith is heading to the UK this Summertime

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43 h. ago Jack Draper, 23, WINS his maiden Masters title at Indian Wells with dominant victory over Holger Rune

Twenty-four hours after a seismic semi-final victory against defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, the 23-year-old from London backed it up by taking home the biggest title of his life.

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46 h. ago Stevie Wonder announces UK 2025 tour including Manchester Co

It is one of only three outdoor dates for the legendary singer in the UK in 2025

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56 h. ago Jack Draper, 23, WINS his maiden ATP title at Indian Wells with dominant victory over Holger Rune

Twenty-four hours after a seismic semi-final victory against defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, the 23-year-old from London backed it up by taking home the biggest title of his life.

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3 d. ago Steve Borthwick backs Maro Itoje for British & Irish Lions captaincy after Six Nations step up

England coach hopes a number of his players are included on Australia tour after Wales rout finishes impressive campaign

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3 d. ago European football: Bayern extend lead despite Hollerbach’s late sting

Union Berlin hold Bayern Munich to 1-1 drawSané opens scoring before Hollerbach punishes errorA moment of uncertainty from the goalkeeper Jonas Urbig allowed Benedict Hollerbach to score a late goal as Union Berlin secured a 1-1 home draw on Saturday with Bayern Munich, who still extended their lead atop the Bundesliga standings to nine points.Bayern, chasing a record-extending 34th league title, climbed to 62 points. Champions Bayer Leverkusen, who are in second place, have a game in hand and travel to face Stuttgart on Sunday. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago European football: Mbappé’s quickfire brace takes Real Madrid top of La Liga

Milan enjoy thrilling 2-1 comeback against ComoBayern held to a 1-1 draw away to Union BerlinKylian Mbappé scored twice to help Real Madrid fight back to beat Villarreal 2-1 and move top of La Liga overnight.The hosts opened the scoring in the seventh minute when Álex Baena’s corner was deflected by Aurélien Tchouaméni, allowing Juan Foyth to score from close range. Real Madrid levelled 10 minutes later when Mbappé pounced on Brahim Díaz’s blocked shot and the ball landed at his feet for a close-range finish. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Yeah Yeah Yeahs announce "very special" 2025 theatre tour – including two shows at London's Royal Albert Hall

Yeah Yeah Yeahs announce "very special" 2025 theatre tour – including two shows at London's Royal Albert Hall  NME

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6 d. ago London Marathon expected to take record for biggest in the world from New York

London Marathon expected to take record for biggest in the world from New York  The Independent

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