1 hour ago Trump’s nominee for Bureau of Labor Statistics was Jan 6 ‘bystander’ outside Capitol, says White House

E.J. Antoni, tapped by President Trump to serve as the nation’s top economic data official, appears in Capitol Police surveillance footage from January 6, 2021

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2 h. ago Why Liverpool have chosen Parma sensation Giovanni Leoni as Virgil van Dijk’s successor

The imposing 18-year-old is set to join Liverpool after an impressive season in Serie A

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2 h. ago Hugo Ekitike 'confronted manager behind the scenes' in incident that speaks volumes

Hugo Ekitike made an instant impact for Liverpool in the Community Shield, but those that have worked with the striker know that his performance came from the French striker's unwavering self-belief

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2 h. ago Ibiza Final Boss frenzy reaches new heights as fan gets outrageous tattoo

Jack Kay, the Brit dubbed the 'Ibiza Bob' is living his best life on the White Isle after finding viral fame - and one fan has taken their obsession to new heights

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3 h. ago World's richest tennis player makes retirement admission as she speaks out on future

Jessica Pegula has announced that she will not follow the trend of elite tennis stars playing into their 40s, with Coco Gauff just about convincing her to carry on until the 2028 Olympics

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3 h. ago ‘I have to believe I deserve to be here’: ‘Tesco TikToker’ Hannah Lowther on her path to West End stardom

The up-and-coming musical theatre star’s online audience of 1.2 million has been crucial in scoring her major roles. Her career is part of a shift in the industry towards performers with social media clout – but not everyone is happyIf you’re on TikTok, you’ll probably recognise Hannah Lowther. Known affectionately as the “Tesco TikToker”, she found viral fame during lockdown by filming herself singing and dancing in the aisles of the supermarket during her shifts there.“I got 10,000 views on a video and I thought: OK, that’s it, I’m famous, and I just never let it go,” the 27-year-old laughs. Since then, Lowther has built an audience of 1.2 million followers and leveraged her social media presence into a starry stage career, landing roles in West End musicals including Heathers and Six. “At the back of my mind, I was thinking: You know what? Maybe this could help me one day.” Continue reading...

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4 h. ago Inside Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie's designer wardrobes as their style evolution continues

Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie have shown an increasing love for designer labels in recent years, as they have both showcased impressive style transformations.

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5 h. ago Play inspired by real life prisoners performed in Greenock jail on break from Fringe run

The play was taken to Greenock prison

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5 h. ago Scottish Government Made in Scotland funding 'not enough' to cover costs for showcase performers

Made in Scotland offers grants to a selection of Scottish work to be performed at the Fringe.

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6 h. ago Sticky end? The British pudding faces extinction, English Heritage warns

Not just boiled or steamed desserts in danger, charity finds, households also rarely make fruit pies and crumblesAt the end of the 17th century a French travel writer who crossed the Channel was clearly impressed by the sweet, comforting treats offered to him, declaring with relish: “Ah! What an excellent thing is an English pudding!”More than three centuries on, English Heritage has sounded the alarm that the good old British pudding is facing extinction. Continue reading...

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7 h. ago Australia’s Molly Picklum and Jack Robinson dominate Teahupo’o swell to win Tahiti Pro titles

Picklum scores three eight-point rides to beat American Caitlin SimmersBoth Australians lock in WSL finals spots for Fiji later this monthAustralian surfers Molly Picklum and Jack Robinson have dominated the waves at Teahupo’o to take out the Tahiti Pro titles.Picklum out-pointed American rival Caitlin Simmers to win the women’s competition in a statement result before her Fiji world title charge. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago Katy Perry dons £24,000 orange Hermes Kelly bag barely large enough to hold her mobile phone

Dressed in a black and white figure-hugging Yael bustier maxi dress, Katy Perry accessorised with small heels and sparkling jewellery.

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10 h. ago Trump revokes Biden order promoting competition in the US economy

Move further unwinds initiative to crack down on anti-competitive practices in agriculture, drugs and laborDonald Trump on Wednesday revoked a 2021 executive order on promoting competition in the US economy issued by Joe Biden, the White House said.The move by the Republican US president further unwinds a signature initiative by his predecessor, a Democrat, to crack down on anti-competitive practices in sectors from agriculture to drugs and labor. Continue reading...

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11 h. ago Inheritance tax will apply to pension pots... even if workers die before retirement as Rachel Reeves tries to fill financial black hole

The Chancellor announced last year that retirement savings will be subject to the levy from April 2027.

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12 h. ago 'Amazing' Tefal blender that left shoppers 'genuinely impressed' down by 43%

The Tefal Blendforce II Blender, now £39.99, offers power, versatility, and a sleek 2L glass jug for everyday cooking.

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12 h. ago Suspect who fired 180 shots at CDC and motivated by ‘vaccine misinformation’ is pictured

Gunman Patrick Joseph White expressed discontent with the COVID-19 vaccinations in writings he made before the shooting, authorities said.

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13 h. ago Transfer roundup: Liverpool close on £26m Leoni deal to boost Slot’s defence

Calvert-Lewin undergoing medical at LeedsBournemouth sign Diakité from Lille for £30mLiverpool are close to signing Parma’s teenage centre-back Giovanni Leoni for an initial fee of £26m. The 18-year-old was a target for several Italian and Premier League clubs after impressing for Parma last season but Liverpool look to have beaten off the competition as they attempt to increase Arne Slot’s defensive options.Manchester United were among the Premier League clubs to register interest in the defender. Inter had hoped to reunite Leoni with the former Parma coach Cristian Chivu but were unable to match the financial offer from Liverpool. Continue reading...

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13 h. ago BBC Destination X fans slam 'boring' challenge with one glaring 'fake' detail

Destination X viewers were left less than impressed after spotting a 'fake' detail

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13 h. ago Dillian Whyte retirement rumour spreads just days before Moses Itauma fight

The heavyweight veteran returns to the ring this weekend and many feel as if he is entering the twilight stages of his career as he prepares to take on Moses Itauma

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14 h. ago ‘Petty or racist’: Ex White House photographer rips Trump for ‘hiding’ Obama portrait and bucking tradition

Pete Souza, who served under Obama and former president Ronald Reagan, said that breaking a longstanding tradition of where presidential portraits are hung was ‘pretty petty’

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