9 h. ago Winter Olympics venues still not completed ahead of next month’s Games

The opening ceremony for the Winter Olympics is just 16 days away and some venues are still yet to be completed

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10 h. ago Nova Twins on Independent Venue Week: 'We cut out teeth on this scene"

Nova Twins talk to us about returning to the Amersham Arms in New Cross as part of next week’s Independent Venue Week

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3 d. ago At 45, Venus Williams sets record at Australian Open but falls in the 1st round

Venus Williams became the oldest player ever in the Australian Open women's singles draw on Sunday and went ever-so-close to underscoring it with a win

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4 d. ago Venus Williams set to break age record at the Australian Open on Sunday

Venus Williams was 17 when she first played the Australian Open in 1998

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4 d. ago Yay for me! Venus Williams set for a record at the Australian Open

Venus Williams is set to make history at the Australian Open as the oldest player to contest the women's singles draw

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5 d. ago Chinese EVs are making inroads in North America. That worries industry experts

China’s rapid development of electric vehicles had competitors concerned even before Canada this week agreed to cut its tariffs on EVs in exchange for concessions on Canadian farm products

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8 d. ago Venus Williams loses in 1st round of Australian Open tuneup event in Hobart

Venus Williams has lost 6-4, 6-3 to Tatjana Maria in the first round at the Hobart International, the week ahead of her appearance at the Australian Open

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1 week ago How to dress for work without spending a fortune – or sacrificing personal style

Also: advice to reduce screen time, how to maximize your toaster oven, the best gloves and at-home fitness staples This piece was originally published in the Filter US newsletter on buying fewer, better things. Sign up here to get early access to itEach week we cut through the noise to bring you smart, practical recommendations on how to live better – from what is worth buying to the tools, habits and ideas that actually last.At this time last year, I was a full-time student, throwing on the requisite leggings and an oversized sweatshirt for evening classes and late-night library sessions. This year, I’ve joined countless others in office life, zipping in and out of conference rooms and hopping on video calls for interviews and meetings. I love any excuse to shop, but many office-friendly pieces, including pricey blazers and crisp button-downs, are far outside my price range.The 27 best fashion gifts in the US – curated by our favorite stylists and creatorsEight winter clothing esse...

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2 w. ago Venus Williams loses in Auckland but shows she's still competitive at 45

Venus Williams has lost her first singles match of 2026 to fifth-seeded Magda Linette at the WTA Tour tournament in Auckland, New Zealand

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2 w. ago Parents given answer after 125,000 people demand school week is cut to four days

The Government was forced to respond to a debate on a four-day school week after more than 125,000 people signed a petition calling for ministers to introduce one

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2 w. ago Ruben Amorim hints at Manchester United transfer issues with cryptic response

Ruben Amorim cut a dejected figure when talking about Man Utd transfers this week and has suggested it will be a quiet month at Old Trafford.

Sport

2 w. ago A look back at some of the deadliest venue fires in the last 100 years

These catastrophic events underscore the persistent dangers associated with crowded venues

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2 w. ago Venus Williams set to break record with Australian Open wild card at age of 45

The seven-time Grand Slam champion has not competed in Melbourne since 2021 but will compete in the main draw

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