65 m. ago Wimbledon 2025 prize money: Record amount on offer for men and women's champions

The men's and women's singles finals take place at Wimbledon this weekend and there is record prize money on offer at the All England Club after a seven per cent increase

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67 m. ago Royal fans think Prince William suffered an awkward moment during a state banquet for Emmanuel Macron

A clip from the Royal State Banquet for Emmanuel Macron has revealed how Prince William tried to recover from a blunder during the glittering Windsor Castle reception.

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69 m. ago Andre Agassi tells Taylor Fritz's coach to fine him for actions in Carlos Alcaraz match

Taylor Fritz irked BBC commentator and tennis legend Andre Agassi during his Wimbledon semi-final clash with Carlos Alcaraz after attempting a bold shot in the second set

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70 m. ago Will Poulter wears wonky trousers and odd socks as Benedict Cumberbatch, Rami Malek and an uncharacterstically cap

Hollywood's leading actors made sure to put on a stylish display as they joined Anna Wintour in leading the stars for the men's singles semi-finals at day 12 of Wimbledon.

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84 m. ago Trans youth fight for care as California clinics cave to Trump: ‘How can this happen here?’

These teens say gender-affirming care saved their lives – now they’re protesting as two leading US hospitals halt their treatmentsEli, a 16-year-old Los Angeles student, is spending his summer juggling an internship at a natural history museum, a research project, a physics class and cheer practice – and getting ready to apply for college.But in recent weeks, he has been forced to handle a more urgent matter: figuring out how he is going to access vital medical treatments targeted by the Trump administration. Continue reading...

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84 m. ago The diplomacy of art: Bayeux tapestry loan shows cultural gifts still matter

History is full of examples of artworks being used to express things diplomats would be forbidden to sayThis week’s masterclass in the renewal of the entente cordiale was based on a genuine desire by two countries to reconnect. But in addition it served as a reminder that diplomacy is not only an art, but art itself has always been an essential tool of diplomacy. So the extended loan of the Bayeux tapestry, exchanged with treasures from Sutton Hoo, is not just a gesture of trust but marks a return to the roots of diplomacy, and its cultural lure.Doubtless security experts will remember the summit’s declarations of new nuclear co-operation while pollsters will eye “the one in, one out” migrant deal to see if it actually turns the political tide in the Channel. But the popular legacy will be the queues forming at the British Museum from September 2026 when the tapestry goes on display, and in Rouen and Caen when the treasures from Sutton Hoo are viewed by the French in what is already...

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84 m. ago Doge wants to replace our institutions with a tech utopia. It won’t work | Mike Pepi

Silicon Valley’s final dream is a world without institutions. But what works for a startup doesn’t work for democracyElon Musk has stepped away from Doge with very little “efficiency” to show for it. While it may have been more of a showpiece than real policy, this brutal and short experiment in Silicon Valley governance reveals a long-simmering battle between digital utopians and the institutional infrastructures critical to functioning democracies.Doge’s website dubiously claims $190bn in savings. The receipts show that they are less about efficiency than they are aimed at effective dissolution, a fate met by USAID, the federal agency responsible for distributing foreign assistance. Continue reading...

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85 m. ago Leonardo DiCaprio fans can't get over his real age as he looks so suave at Wimbledon

Leonardo DiCaprio has been keenly watching Taylor Fritz and Carlos Alcaraz during their Singles Semi-Final match at Wimbledon – and fans have been swooning over the actor

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1 hour ago Women's Euro 2025: How to watch England vs Wales, TV details, who could Lionesses play next, prize money

Here is everything you need to know about the Women’s Euros 2025 final group games - including how to watch England vs Wales.

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1 hour ago Shocking moment £80m superyacht bursts into flames while docked in St Tropez

A 41-metre superyacht called Sea Lady ll was filmed engulfed in fire in the harbour of Saint Tropez on the French Riviera with huge flames seen rising into the sky

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1 hour ago Women's Euro 2025: How to watch England vs Wales, TV details, who will Lionesses play next, prize money

Here is everything you need to know about the Women’s Euros 2025 final group games - including how to watch England vs Wales.

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1 hour ago Emily Kam Kngwarray at Tate Modern: 'helps broaden understanding of Indigenous cultures'

Kngwarray’s first major solo museum exhibition in Europe is a revelatory joy with an important role to play

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2 h. ago Novak Djokovic's huge net worth, wife's Jannik Sinner message, Wimbledon farewell stance

Novak Djokovic is preparing for a Wimbledon semi-final against Jannik Sinner as he looks to become an eight-time champion at SW19, and the 38-year-old tennis icon has been clear about his future

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2 h. ago Will Poulter wears wonky trousers and odd socks as Benedict Cumberbatch sports a moustache alongside Rami Malek as Hollywood's leading actors attend starry day 12 at Wimbledon

Hollywood's leading actors made sure to put on a stylish display as they joined Anna Wintour in leading the stars for the men's singles semi-finals at day 12 of Wimbledon.

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2 h. ago Alice Capsey admits England have no quick fix to their current struggles

England are 3-1 down in the five-match T20 series against India going into Saturday’s final match at Edgbaston.

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2 h. ago Who's in the Royal Box at Wimbledon? Benedict Cumberbatch, Rami Malek and Anna Wintour among famous names at Centre Court on Day 12

Royal Box hosts star names from fashion and Hollywood for men’s semi-finals

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2 h. ago Carlos Alcaraz's thoughts clear after Aryna Sabalenka's anger at unwritten rule drama

Carlos Alcaraz took on Taylor Fritz for a place in the Wimbledon final on Friday afternoon, less than 24 hours after Centre Court saw some controversy involving Aryna Sabalenka

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2 h. ago Catwalk v Centre Court: SW19 becomes hot spot for celebrities and brands

Fashion firms make the most of marketing dream as actors, musicians and footballers turn out at WimbledonOn Saturday, all eyes will be on United States’ Amanda Anisimova as she takes on Poland’s Iga Świątek in the Wimbledon women’s finals.But this week there has been another rally taking place off grass. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago Clare Balding and BBC stars pick sides as angry Wimbledon player demands apology

After Aryna Sabalenka highlighted her frustration with Amanda Anisimova's antics during their Wimbledon semi-final clash, Clare Balding has offered her honest thoughts on the controversy

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2 h. ago Wimbledon star Grigor Dimitrov posts emotional message from hospital after heartbreaking exit

Grigor Dimitrov was forced to retire through injury when he was in a golden position to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals after hurting his pectoral muscle against Jannik Sinner

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