12 h. ago ‘Pay up’: Rory McIlroy delivers Ryder Cup warning to LIV pair Hatton and Rahm

LIV rebels are appealing against DP World Tour sanctionsForthright McIlroy wants duo to show their commitmentRory McIlroy has challenged Tyrrell Hatton and Jon Rahm to demonstrate their commitment to the Ryder Cup cause by settling fines for their LIV Golf participation.McIlroy pointed towards motivation used by Europe during victory at Bethpage last September after it emerged the United States players were paid to play in the Ryder Cup. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Shane Lowry chips into water at 72nd hole to blow lead as Elvira wins in Dubai

Nacho Elvira takes advantage for Dubai Invitational titleRory McIlroy finishes in tie for third after final-day dramaShane Lowry blew a one-shot lead on the last hole as Nacho Elvira recovered to claim victory in a dramatic finish to the Dubai Invitational.Lowry, who had started the final round in a tie for second, two strokes behind the Spaniard, barged into the lead after a birdie on the 15th and appeared to have the title at his mercy. But the Irishman found both bunker and water on the 18th, finishing with a double bogey that shattered his hopes and allowed Elvira, who had struggled early in the round, to duly par the 18th for victory. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Dubai Invitational golfer recorded one of worst ever scores as huge questions hang over event

The DP World Tour's Dubai Invitational returns in 2026 with Tommy Fleetwood defending his title against Rory McIlroy

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6 d. ago Rory McIlroy's strong start to 2026 with new irons as Connor Syme also shines in Dubai

World No 2 sets pace in Dubai Invitational after putting cavity-back irons in his bag instead of blades

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8 d. ago German church’s televised ‘slime Jesus’ infuriates the faithful

Christmas Eve live broadcast showed holy child portrayed by female performance artist writhing in sticky rice paperA Roman Catholic diocese in Germany has expressed regret over a televised Christmas Eve mass featuring a portrayal of the newborn Christ by an adult woman covered in sticky rice paper that was described by some critics as “Slime Jesus”.The broadcast on ARD television from St Mary’s in Stuttgart showed a manger in which a female performance actor was huddled up in a foetal position and covered with sticky rice paper. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago German church’s televised ‘slime Jesus’ provokes fury on right

Christmas Eve live broadcast showed holy child portrayed by female performance artist writhing in sticky rice paperA Roman Catholic diocese in Germany has expressed regret over a televised Christmas Eve mass featuring a portrayal of the newborn Christ by an adult woman covered in sticky rice paper that was described by some critics as “slime Jesus”.The broadcast on ARD television from St Mary’s in Stuttgart showed a manger in which a female performance actor was huddled up in a foetal position and covered with sticky rice paper. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Pixel Artworks Transforms London Eye For New Year’s Eve With Hologauze Illusions

Pixel Artworks Transforms London Eye For New Year’s Eve With Hologauze Illusions  Live Design Online

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2 w. ago Fireworks dazzled Rio's sky, and more top photos this week in Latin America and the Caribbean

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2 w. ago Moment CNN anchors say Meghan's jam is 'something to say goodbye to' in the New Year on US television

Viewers were split over whether the mention of Meghan's jam by Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen on their 'New Year's Eve Live' show in Times Square was high-praise or a huge burn.

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2 w. ago Eric Adams issues scathing response to Andy Cohen after Bravo host blasts him during live New Year’s Eve rant

Cohen was appearing live on CNN from Times Square to watch 2025 when he launched into his rant while holding a shot glass

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2 w. ago Eric Adams issues blunt response to Andy Cohen after Bravo host blasts him during live New Year’s Eve rant

Cohen was appearing live on CNN from Times Square to watch 2025 when he launched into his rant while holding a shot glass

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2 w. ago Anderson Cooper had a hilarious response every time Andy Cohen mentioned hit series Heated Rivalry during NYE coverage

Duo returned to host CNN’s live New Year’s Eve coverage

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2 w. ago New Year Eve's fireworks in photos as London dazzles and world celebrates 2026

London's spectacular fireworks show crowned a series of frenzied New Year's celebrations across Britain's major towns and cities - while dazzling displays were seen around the world

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2 w. ago New Year's Eve LIVE: New York marks 2026 with colourful confetti and fireworks

New Year's Eve LIVE: New York marks 2026 with colourful confetti and fireworks  Daily Express

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2 w. ago New Year’s Eve celebrations around the world – as it happened

This blog is now closedSydney is the self-appointed “world capital of new year’s eve” and arguably rightly so. As always, eyes will be on the Opera House at 13:00 GMT when fireworks will light up the sky in spectacular fashion. But there are also huge crowds out in Melbourne to see off the year in style.Thousands of people are expected to descend on Melbourne this evening to celebrate NYE. There will be two 7 minute firework displays and light shows tonight, first a family one at 9.30pm for young children, and the main one at the stroke of midnight. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago New Year's Eve live: New year arrives in New York City as the world continues to usher in 2026

New Year's Eve live: New year arrives in New York City as the world continues to usher in 2026  BBC

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2 w. ago New Year’s Eve live: US begins to enter 2026 as clock strikes midnight on east coast

Join our live coverage as we cross the globe to enter the new yearSydney is the self-appointed “world capital of new year’s eve” and arguably rightly so. As always, eyes will be on the Opera House at 13:00 GMT when fireworks will light up the sky in spectacular fashion. But there are also huge crowds out in Melbourne to see off the year in style.Thousands of people are expected to descend on Melbourne this evening to celebrate NYE. There will be two 7 minute firework displays and light shows tonight, first a family one at 9.30pm for young children, and the main one at the stroke of midnight. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Thousands pack into bitter cold Times Square to celebrate New Year's Eve as parties take place across America

LIVEBLOG: Follow New Year's Eve celebrations across the globe as nations around the world throw parties to toast the final hours of the year before ushering in 2026.

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2 w. ago New Year's Eve live: New year fireworks in London, Paris and Rio as crowds gather in New York

New Year's Eve live: New year fireworks in London, Paris and Rio as crowds gather in New York  BBC

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2 w. ago New Year's Eve WATCH LIVE: London fireworks ring in 2026 after major controversy

New Year's Eve WATCH LIVE: London fireworks ring in 2026 after major controversy  The Mirror

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