9 h. ago Freddie Mercury's final gift to his secret love child REVEALED after new book uncovers life secrets

A book is set to lift the lid on the private life of Queen icon Freddie Mercury, revealing that he had a secret love child who he cherished and adored until his death

Society

2 w. ago When and where is the Europa League final? As Man Utd and Spurs book their spot

Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur have booked their spot in the Europa League final as both teams navigated semi-finals clashes with Athletic Bilbao and Bodo/Glimt

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2 w. ago Tottenham book Europa League final against Man Utd after impressive victory at Bodo/Glimt

Ange Postecoglou watched Spurs produce a masterful defensive display in the first half before they struck twice in the second period

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2 w. ago Bodo/Glimt v Tottenham LIVE: Spurs overcome Arctic challenge to book place in Europa League final

Bodo/Glimt 0-2 Tottenham (agg 1-5): Spurs overcome the Arctic expedition to book their place in the Europa League final in Bilbao

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2 w. ago Ruben Amorim made one key decision as Man Utd book their Europa League final spot

Mason Mount was on another planet on Thursday evening as he bagged a brace and dragged Ruben Amorim's side to the Europa League final later this month

Sport

2 w. ago How to watch Chelsea vs Djurgarden: TV channel, live stream, second leg kick

Everything you need to know about following Chelsea's second leg against Djurgarden as Enzo Maresca's aim to book a place in the final of the Europa Conference League

Sport

2 w. ago ‘We’re not here to slander Sondheim!’ Inside the master’s wild final musical, completed at last

Here We Are, a satirical mashup of two surrealist movie masterpieces, was finished after musicals maestro Stephen Sondheim died – outraging some fans. As the show hits Britain, its stars and creators reveal their thrills and fearsThere’s an edge of febrile hilarity in the National Theatre rehearsal room. The company of Here We Are, Stephen Sondheim’s final musical, are off-book and getting the first act on its feet. But hitting your cues in a show as intricate as this is tough, whoever you are.Jane Krakowski fluffs an entrance and tries not to corpse. Martha Plimpton raises a glass a second after everyone else, and a cast-mate blows a raspberry from the sidelines. Jesse Tyler Ferguson is convinced it’s not him who is a beat off. “Do it exactly like Rory does,” suggests director Joe Mantello, and Rory Kinnear responds mock-haughtily: “That’s just a general note.” Continue reading...

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2 w. ago PSG vs Arsenal LIVE: Champions League result, match stream and latest updates today

Gunners fail in comeback mission as Paris Saint-Germain book final date with Inter Milan in Munich

Sport

2 w. ago Mark Williams beats Judd Trump to set up tantalising final with Zhao Xintong

Welshman hits four centuries in 17-14 win over world No 1Williams: ‘I can’t believe I’m in another final’Mark Williams produced a vintage performance to beat the world No 1, Judd Trump, and book his place in the final of the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield.Williams, 50, who is bidding to win his fourth title and become the oldest champion in tournament history, rolled back the years as he compiled four centuries and 10 breaks over 50 in a 17-14 victory at the Crucible. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Outlander fans think Jamie's fate is sealed as Diana Gabaldon reveals final book name

The author of the books unveiled the name of her last novel and gave an explanation.

Sport

3 w. ago Outlander author issues stark Jamie Fraser warning as she confirms title of final book

Outlander author Diana Gabaldon has announced the title of the series' final book, but there's some disappointing news for fans of the time-travelling romantic drama

Events

3 w. ago Arsenal book their spot in the Champions League final – Women’s Football Weekly

Faye Carruthers is joined by Sophie Downey, Ameé Ruszkai and Marva Kreel to discuss Arsenal’s win, Chelsea’s loss and latest action across the WSL and the ChampionshipOn this week’s Guardian Women’s Football Weekly, Faye is joined by Sophie Downey, Ameé Ruszkai and Marva Kreel. The panel discuss Arsenal’s 4-1 second-leg victory over Lyon, the north London side knocking out the eight-time European champions and securing their place in the final. However, it won’t be a full English affair after Chelsea’s dreams were dashed by a rampant Barcelona.The panel review the latest action across the Women’s Super League and the Championship as the season nears its conclusion and relegation spots are confirmed. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Philip Pullman announces The Rose Field, the final part of Lyra’s story

The acclaimed writer of His Dark Materials says the third volume in The Book of Dust series will portray a ‘dangerous, breathtaking quest’Philip Pullman has revealed he will tell the final part of Lyra Silvertongue’s story in The Rose Field, which will come out this autumn.It has been six years since a book about Lyra has been published – and 30 since readers first encountered her in Northern Lights, the first in Pullman’s His Dark Materials children’s fantasy trilogy. The bestselling novels, which have since been adapted into a TV series by the BBC, take place across a multiverse and feature “dæmons” – physical manifestations of a person’s soul that take the form of animals. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Sir Philip Pullman announces finale to The Book Of Dust trilogy

Welsh actor Michael Sheen narrated the first two volumes of The Book Of Dust and will return to narrate the final book.

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3 w. ago Arsenal trio stage stunning comeback against Lyon to book WCL final place

Arsenal reached their first Women’s Champions League final since 2007 with an impressive comeback victory in France. They defeated Lyon 4-1 at the Groupama Stadium thanks to an own goal from Christiane Endler and strikes from Mariona Caldentey, Alessia Russo and Caitlin Foord.On a beautifully balmy day in the south east of France, there was a discernible buzz around the Groupama Stadium. The local bars were awash with fans, enjoying the afternoon sun in nervous anticipation for the match ahead. Among them, the several hundred travelling Arsenal fans, decked out in their customary red and white, seemed in a jubilant if wary mood as they contemplated their side’s chances. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Slegers ‘so proud’ as Arsenal book WCL final place after stunning comeback

Arsenal stunned Lyon to reach their first Women’s Champions League final since 2007, as Renée Slegers’s side produced a mature display full of desire, resilience and attacking brilliance to secure an impressive comeback in France. They beat the last season’s runners-up 4-1 thanks to an own goal from Christiane Endler and strikes from Mariona Caldentey, Alessia Russo and Caitlin Foord.The final in May will be the first of Slegers’s fledgling management career. The 36-year-old was delighted with her team’s success as they reached a European final at her first attempt. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Rico Lewis helps Man City make £100m statement to defy critics again

Manchester City beat Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup semi-finals to book their place in a third successive FA Cup Final

Economics

3 w. ago Man City book FA Cup final date with Crystal Palace after beating Nottingham Forest

NOTTINGHAM FOREST 0-2 MANCHESTER CITY: Rico Lewis opened the scoring in the second minute before Josko Gvardiol doubled the lead in the second period to secure victory at Wembley

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3 w. ago Man City vs Nottingham Forest live early team news plus kick

Manchester City take on Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley, looking to book a third successive cup final appearance.

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3 w. ago Man City vs Nottingham Forest live team news as huge Lewis call made amid Grealish decision

Manchester City take on Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley, looking to book a third successive cup final appearance.

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